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It’ll drive you insane: Jen Sidwell adds colour to the Rocky Horror Picture Show song The Time Warp during a Ponoka Composite High School dress rehearsal for the school’s Broadway Cabaret March 4. Scenes from Cats, A Chorus Line, Les Miserables, Cabaret and Rocky Horror Picture Show are in the playbill. Show times are 7 p.m.

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Town considers options for new RCMP building

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

the building while Ponoka paid for 45 per cent. The provincial sheriffs paid the town a portion of the latter to rent space for their staff.

The construction cost per square metre is estimated at $4,000; if town councillors decide to build a bigger building Ponoka would not receive extra funds, Watson added.

The town is also considering upgrading the existing building rather than building a new one.

“That’s one of the alternatives being looked at because we anticipate it coming in at half the cost of the new one,” explained Watson.

A consultant is looking into the feasibility of updating the current detachment as the building requires complete upgrading to serve the community for the next 20 years. The town is also considering where to place officers should refurbishing be approved.

Watson believes prisoners would still be placed in cells at the current detachment if council decided to upgrade the building.

Once the results of the studies come back, councillors will be able to make a decision.

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Ponoka’s RCMP building is outdated and too small to accomodate officers who cover three different areas.

Those areas are municipal police, highway patrol and the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit but paying for a new police building is estimated to cost taxpayers $5.3 million. The cost does not include landscaping, parking lot development and services.

However a portion of that cost will go to the RCMP over a period of 20 years, explained CAO Brad Watson.

Because the integrated traffic unit uses the existing building, the province pays a portion of costs for the space as well. This arrangement would continue if a new building were constructed.

K-Division Northwest Region Project Management uses a formula to determine the needs and costs of the building. The RCMP will contribute toward a building of 1,336 square metres or 14,381 square feet with a certain portion being paid by the RCMP and highway patrol.

Based on the previous agreement with the town, RCMP highway patrol paid for approximately 55 per cent of

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The Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit will continue to use the current RCMP building if a new one is built.

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RCMP seek input on performances

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The Ponoka RCMP are seeking public input for a performance plan.

Staff Sgt. Cameron Chisholm said the purpose is to find out what residents feel are important aspects of community safety. “We want to make sure the policing we do reflects the issues of the community.”

Police are working with the Town of Ponoka and using the town’s website: www.ponoka.ca to host a survey until March 19. Residents can pick four priorities and supply comments or feedback to police. The items on the list include: • Traffic (stop signs, speed, loud vehicles) • Impaired driving • Drug Enforcement for marijuana and cocaine • Crime and social disorder relating to the nighttime economy • Theft from motor vehicles • Vandalism • Public drunkenness • Youth engagement (positive interaction with youth) • Community engagement (crime prevention/community policing) • Domestic violence • Assaults • Sexual assaults • Organized crime (gangs) “Those are the common issues that the

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Chisholm does not expect to tackle every issue but feels addressing the larger problems will resolve the secondary issues. “If everything’s a priority, nothing’s a priority.”

Police use crime trends and feedback from different groups including councillors and residents. Chisholm also gets information from his officers as they deal with the community on a daily basis. This tool helps police track if there is progress.

“It’s intelligence led policing,” stated Chisholm.

Other detachments might be able to use some of the findings from this performance plan and on a provincial and national level, the RCMP might see trends in an area and provide training to those detachments.

Ponoka RCMP will take information from the survey to craft a plan sometime in April. Each priority issue will have an objective and within that some initiatives.

“We welcome public feedback as to what the issues are not only on the poll but throughout the year,” said Chisholm.

Survey forms will also be made available at Ponoka Town Hall.

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Taxpayers association thinks long-term

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

stated Gulka. “If you don’t get a response, let us know.”

She suggested if taxpayers have a concern to put a formal complaint through to town administration, this helps councillors follow up to see if the problems were resolved.

The association did say community groups need to collaborate more as they have common goals. Director Cohoe suggested if more committees come together a common goal might be found. “They seem to have no direction in town.”

Kinnaird agreed and suggested a multi-use building might be a possible solution to everyone’s needs.

“Nobody’s progressing.”

Coun. Bonnett agreed but feels there is a wall stopping that forward movement. “The vision’s there, the dollars aren’t.”

The provincial budget will have more information on municipal grants but he does not think there will be large grants this year. “We don’t have $10 or $12 million to start something like that.”

Kinnaird feels groups such as the Gymnastics Club would put their money into a larger pot to help pay for a multi-use building. A five-year plan would give people time to get something built. paired driving, drug enforcement for marijuana and No decisions were cocaine, theft from motor vehicle, domestic violence made at the meeting but and youth are among the items RCMP Staff Sgt. Cam- MacKenzie looks forward eron Chisholm has listed as possible areas of focus for to future discussions with police, explained town CAO Brad Watson. Organized town and county taxpaycrime, assaults and sexual assaults are also listed. ers.

A survey will go on the Ponoka.ca website and in print for about two weeks. “In order to get public input.”

Water leak in washroom A water leak in the lines in the ceiling of the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex created some damage to the drywall recently. An insurance adjustor was in to assess the damage and provide a quote on repairs, explained Wes Amendt, director of community services.

Snow removal applauded Coun. Rick Bonnett congratulated Mike Lewis, director of operations and property services, for a job well done with snow removal. “You guys are doing a great job.”

He compared Fort McMurray’s snow removal and feels Ponoka is doing a better job. “Their snow removal plan there is atrocious.”

A group in town wants stakeholders to come together to have a voice with Ponoka County and the Town of Ponoka.

The first 2013 meeting of the Ponoka County and Town Taxpayers Association was held Feb. 27 with residents and town councillors in attendance.

President Robert MacKenzie gave attendees a chance to raise their concerns and hear comments from councillors Rick Bonnett and Loanna Gulka.

There are seven directors in the association including MacKenzie; secretary Betty Lee, Audrey Cohoe, J.R. Lee, Peter Kinnaird, not in attendance were Ian Nicol and Ashley Plamondon.

There were some suggestions to councillors and MacKenzie was pleased to see town representatives. He feels it is a good start to the relationship between the Ponoka County and organizations.

Town Taxpayers AsThe town councillors are eager to work with the sociation president group.

Robert MacKenzie.

“Any time we can hear the concerns, it’s a benefit,”

PAECS request remains tabled

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

The Ponoka Ag Event Centre Society (PAECS) request for $50,000 from the Town of Ponoka remains tabled.

CAO Brad Watson spoke with PAECS president Terry Jones who requested extra time to bring more information together, Watson told councillors during their regular meeting Feb. 26.

Coun. Doug Gill, who represents the town on PAECS, was away during a planned March 4 PAECS meeting and had Coun. Izak van der Westhuizen or Coun. Loanna Gulka attend the meeting on his behalf.

“You probably won’t have a vote but you can bring information back.”

Since former manager Chas Lambert was fired, president Terry Jones and vice-president Sherry Gummow have been managing the affairs of the building, said Gill.

Coun. Rick Bonnett wanted to know what the board’s direction is now. Gill replied PAECS is working on updating a manager’s job description. He believes the current job description is sufficient but feels any changes made by PAECS will give councillors more information.

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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.

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

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Ladies quilt to fill Alberta, world needs

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said Rausch.

Along with donations they always What started in 1972 with just two women has evolved into 16 women welcome volunteer support. “You coming together to create 80 quilts to don’t have to know how to quilt and be donated to organizations through- sew, you only need to know how to tie out Ponoka and Red Deer. knots and use a needle,” said Rausch.

The Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid “We feel good,” said Woitt, referhas been quilting since January to pro- ring to why she’d been a part of the duce the quilts. “Every year we quilt,” quilting project for so many years. said co-ordinator Doreen Rausch.

“I’ve had people ask me, why do you This year’s quilts are being do- do it? They won’t appreciate it anynated to the Champion’s Centre, the how. I say I’ve done my part now it’s Rising Sun Club House, Stepping up to the good Lord and other people Stones, the Ponoka Fire Department, Victim Services, Ponoka’s to make sure they get to where they Wheelchair Van Society, Bibles for have to go.”

Woitt says she, Rausch and the Missions, the Ronald McDonald House in Red Deer, Central Alberta other women of the Ladies Aid will Lilli Makus works to add decoration to one of Woman’s Emergency Shelter in Red continue making their quilts as long 80 quilts made by the Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid. Photo by Amelia Naismith Deer, and Mulhurst Lutheran Camp. as there’s a need.

Hilda Woitt, one of the original quilters, began quilting for the project with renewed vigour nine years ago after her husband died.

“It was the best thing I ever did.”

Not only are quilts donated locally in Alberta but also ship them internationally through Lutheran Missions.

“It’s our mission,” explained Rausch.

“I say my quilts go all over the world and I stay home,” added Woitt.

The Ladies Aid uses mostly donated fabrics to make their quilts and bought almost no materials themselves. “It’s just nice to be using things that would other- Lillian Raugust (left), Hilda Woitt (center) and Maria Hetze talk and visit while quilting with the wise go into landfills,” other women of the Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid. Photo by Amelia Naismith

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Excuses, excuses when it comes to sins I came across this quote the other day by John Henry Newman: “No one sins without making some excuse to himself for sinning.”

Somehow when I read that, my mind drifted back to a hockey game I played long ago. We were in first place having lost only three of 25 games. Our opponent that night was the last place team in the league who had won only two games. We played with great zest and peppered their goalie with over 80 shots on net. Sadly

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we scored only twice and had warned me better. they scored three times. I You would have done the couldn’t believe that we same thing. I just lost my had just lost to this team. temper. They deserved it.

As we sat in the dressing I don’t care what anyone room, each of us was givthinks, and on we go. We ing our excuse as to how must not miss Newman’s we lost. Our coach quikey point. No one sins etly listened then when without making some all the excuses were given excuse to himself for sinhe said, “When you lose, ning. you always have an exThe worst lies are cuse.” the ones we tell ourPastor Matt Sealy When you sin, you selves. Our excuses keep Church of the Open Bible always have an exus chained to bad habits, cuse. When God asked addictive behavior, sinful guilty Adam if he had patterns, and they lead to eaten the forbidden fruit, he offered this stupid mistakes and keep us locked into classic answer: “The woman whom you a downward spiral of denial and covergave to be with me, she gave me fruit of up. When you sin, you always have an the tree, and I ate (Genesis 3:12).” The excuse. You’ll never get better until you woman – that’s Eve. You gave to be with stop making excuses. You need God’s me – that’s God. Here we have the Origi- help. We all need God’s help. nal Sin followed by the Original Excuse.

In John 8:32 Jesus spoke words that And we haven’t stopped making have given hope to millions, “You will excuses since. We’re victims. We were know the truth, and the truth will set you tired. The kids were driving me nuts. I free.” was caught by surprise. I didn’t think May we let God speak His truth to anyone would see me. I thought I delet- our hearts and clear away the cobwebs ed those files. We didn’t have a choice. of self-deceit. May we be willing to face She made me do it. He told me it was our own excuses so that we might be set OK. I didn’t think it was wrong. If you free.

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Reflections of Ponoka Remembering the area’s districts first Negro family the Thompsons

By Sandy Alsopp and Mike Rainone One of the little known but enjoyable tasks for Sandy Alsopp and her summer staff and volunteers at the Fort Ostell Museum is to assist people with the extensive research that will hopefully result in them being able to trace all or part of their colorful family histories in and around the Ponoka district.

Many hours of browsing through old newspapers, books, and photos are required but it can be a great adventure, with many good results, as well as finding countless other amazing stories and artifacts of the long and exciting history and growth of our town and county.

One such request came into the museum this winter and after several months of research, phone calls and letters, an interesting story has come to light about one of our earliest homesteading families. February marked the celebration of Black History Month in Alberta and information had been found about the Thompson family, the first Negro family to settle in our district. Edmond and Hattie Thompson and their little girl, Latechange, arrived here in 1904 and as former slaves from the Kentucky or Louisiana area, they had made the gruelling and dangerous trip to the promise land of Alberta with the assistance of the Underground Railroad, and what a trip that must have been.

Starting back in the early 1800s this secret railway would assist thousands of fugitive slaves to escape to the north and to Canada, with many brave volunteers assisting them along the way in their goal to reach friendly communities and begin a new life of freedom.

Edmond paid the required $10 homestead fees and moved his little family onto a lush quarter section in the Magic District east of Ponoka. As well as having to cultivate 10 to 15 acres each year for three years to maintain clear title, each homesteader was challenged with many other daily tasks, which included the construction of buildings and fences, tending to livestock, planting and harvesting of crops and garden, and chores, while facing the year-round elements and challenges of this new home on the prairies.

The land that the Thompson family settled on had an abundance of trees, which was great for hunting game but also gave Edmond the opportunity to cut and gather huge piles of firewood, which were loaded up and sold around the quickly growing Village of Ponoka. Among the favourite memories of the family was when Latechange was enrolled at the tiny Magic School in 1905 and enjoyed many happy hours of learning and play with girls and boys from the district. The quaint little wooden school was located in the heart of the newly settled Wood River district next to a beautiful parkland lake, which was later called Nelson Lake and remains to this day.

It was during the harsh winter of 1907 that Edmond Thompson had faithfully delivered his wagonload of

Photo courtesy of the Fort Ostell Museum

Shown here is the 1905 class at the tiny one room Magic School, which was located east of Ponoka on the shores of Nelson Lake. Pictured in the back row are: Minard Nelson, Will James, Alice Hughes, Miss Sinclair, Alice James, Ruth James, Annie Hughes, Ervie James, Alvin Peterson and Ella Dalton; in the middle row are: Floy Bullock, Sarah Peterson, Inga Peterson and Latechange Thompson; and up front are: Roy Bullock, Debs Nelson and Deforest Nelson. wood to town but tragically on the way home he encountered a severe blizzard and froze to death. Unable to manage the farm on her own, Hattie had to give up their precious first homestead and moved into Ponoka with her daughter.

Hattie took in laundry to provide the necessities of life for her and her daughter and according to the Canada Census of 1916 they both continued to carry on this task to serve the public for many years in the rapidly growing Town of Ponoka. Latechange later contacted tuberculosis and as was the custom in those early years, patients with this highly contagious disease were admitted into isolation at the Insane Asylum near Ponoka. In 1918 at the age of 24, Latechange died just shortly after giving birth to a daughter, Nellie, who resided for many years in Ponoka with her great-grandmother Hattie. In 1936 they both moved to Edmonton to secure better employment and where the always determined, gritty, and car-

ing Hattie Thompson would live until her death in 1966 at the amazing age of 108 years.

From as far back as the 1880s Negro families began to settle in many communities stretching from western Alberta to the Thunder Bay area, eager to share their heritage and skills with this lush newfound land. Through many ongoing generations they have continued to make countless contributions to all facets of our growth and successes. I vividly recall going to school in the 1950s with Donnie Mays, who was a super athlete, and was raised in a big family that lived along the Battle River.

Alberta’s black pioneer heritage The first significant black migration into Alberta took place in 1879 with the arrival of the Exodusters from Oklahoma, then in 1910 several families settled in the area. An invitation from the Canadian government offered all American settlers inexpensive land and a more tolerant environment in which to live. Our history books claim that between 1900-01 700

new settler families had arrived in the Ponoka area, including 37 Canadians, 409 Americans, and settlers from other foreign countries.

By 1903 the bustling Village of Ponoka had reached a population of 525, and would become Alberta’s newest town in 1904.

John Ware was an ambitious Negro gentleman who arrived in Alberta from Texas in 1882 and would later become one of Alberta’s earliest cowboys. Ware was credited with introducing the rugged breed of Longhorn cattle to the area, and his knowledge and skill with livestock have long been commemorated by the preservation of his first homestead near Brooks, where several natural sites have been named in his honour. Breton is also the home of the only black history museum in Alberta, and features many stories, photos and artifacts highlighting the late 19th century migration of Negro families into what would become Alberta.

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Photo courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

If one looks closely at this 1930s photo of the north side of Chipman Avenue, you will see that a few of those great old buildings are still standing today. This bustling Ponoka dirt street, complete with wooden sidewalks and angle parking had a little bit of everything to serve the public, including three hotels, livery stables, pool hall, furniture store, flower and gift shop, cafes, a garage, the popular Elks Hall, and lots of fires over the early years.

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Opinion “Grillosconi” wins but not Italians The winner of the recent election in Italy was a mythical beast called “Grillosconi.” That is bad news for Italy, for the single European currency, the euro, and even for the future of the European Union. Not that “Grillosconi” will ever form a coherent government in Italy. The problem is that he — or rather, they — will prevent anybody else from doing that either.

The newer part of this hybrid beast is Beppe Grillo, a former stand-up comedian who is essentially an anti-politician. His blog boils with bile against Italy’s entire political class, and his public appearances are angry, arm-waving rants against the whole system.

Raging against Italy’s privileged, corrupt and dysfunctional political class is a perfectly reasonable thing to do, but Grillo’s Five Star Movement, which in just a few years grew from nothing to take a quarter of the national vote in last Sunday’s election, has nothing useful to put in its place. Just “throw the bums out,” and the democratic power of the internet will solve all of Italy’s problems.

The older part of the beast is Silvio Berlusconi, the former cruise ship crooner and billionaire media magnate (he’s the richest man in Italy) whose cynical populism has dominated Italian politics for the past 20 years. For more than half of that time he has been the prime minister, and even when he’s out of power he dominates the political stage.

Berlusconi is 76 now but he still manages to generate constant sex scandals. (His “bunga bunga” parties are notorious, and he currently faces charges in connection with an underage prostitute.) He has been fighting charges or appealing against convictions for corruption for all of that time, and keeps changing the

Gwynne Dyer Guest Columnist

criminal law to avoid doing jail time. Yet a large number of Italians go on voting for him.

Their devotion is even more inexplicable when you recall that Italy has been in steady economic decline for most of Berlusconi’s two decades as the country’s dominant political figure. The Italian economy is smaller than it was 12 years ago, over one-third of the under-25s are unemployed, and the state auditor estimates that 60 billion euros is stolen from the national budget by corrupt politicians every year.

So 29 per cent of Italians voted for Silvio Berlusconi’s party in the election and 25 per cent voted for Beppe Grillo’s. More than half of Italy’s voters preferred some part of the “Grillosconi” monster to more serious politicians who talked about fixing the economy, tackling the budget deficit, fighting organized crime, and reforming the country’s badly broken legal system.

One number says it all: there are about 70,000 Italian public officials who are given cars with chauffeurs. (In Britain, the number is 300.) Why so many Italians put up with this kind of thing defies understanding. But so does the fact that so many of those who are infuriated by it turn to a clown like Grillo, who offers salvation in the form of a web-based direct democracy. The crisis will therefore continue indefinitely.

Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose column is published in 45 countries.

Feigning austerity, budget sets table for tax hikes With the province’s budget about to come down on March 7, it’s time to read the entrails of what Albertans can expect this year, and next. Since it became apparent in September that the government’s election commitments were worth as much as Nortel stock, the Tories have dropped many hints and have been busily spinning away at public opinion. Combined with the hard numbers, the government’s hints allow at least some prediction of what to expect.

For all the bleating from the government about its invented “revenue problem,” public opinion will likely keep real tax hikes at bay — this time. Premier Alison Redford made clear during the election last spring that she would balance the budget by the end of 2013 without raising taxes. She is already likely to break this balanced budget commitment.

Breaking her no new taxes pledge would require a titanic spin effort to convince Albertans of its necessity.

And that is where things become interesting.

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If the government is ultimately intent on raising taxes, it will have to at least feign austerity first. Without at least pretending to cut the fat, few in the public would buy into a plan to raise taxes.

For this, expect short-term, modest spending restraint, but no cuts. A few examples shed light on the government’s mood. MLAs have already agreed to a pay freeze. And Finance Minister Doug Horner has announced bureaucratic managers will see a 10 per cent reduction in numbers over three years. This is easily attainable through modest attrition. This comes at a time when the average bureaucrat is costing taxpayers $102,000 a year in wages and benefits alone.

After increasing spending by 25 per cent over the last decade (after accounting for inflation and population growth), spending is still expected to increase in 2013, albeit at a slower pace. There has been precious little noise coming from the government in the way of an actual spending cut.

Shirking its promise to balance the bud-

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get, the government has weaseled its way into only balancing the “operating budget,” that is, the day-to-day expenses of the government, and not including infrastructure spending. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) calculates that even this incredibly modest goal might not be met, as the government could run an operating deficit $270 million or more. The government has said until it’s blue in the face that this will not happen however, making the prospect of actually doing so quite embarrassing. To avoid this, the government may shift some money off of the operating books and onto the capital books. The only thing that would change is politics.

This of course won’t change the real deficit. The CTF estimates that the cash deficit (which includes borrowing) could be somewhere between $5 and $5.5 billion this

upcoming year.

The Sustainability Fund will most certainly be entirely depleted between this budget and next. Finance Minister Doug Horner has denied this, meaning that he has only one option: finance the government’s operations with debt. Once that debt exceeds the cash left in the Sustainability Fund, the result will be the same as the Sustainability Fund running dry.

By this time next year, Alberta will be a debtor province again.

To put one’s tinfoil hat on, this may be to set the table for tax hikes in 2014. No government in Alberta (that doesn’t have a political death wish) would raise taxes without carefully tilling the ground in advance.

After feigning spending austerity in this budget, the government may feel it has social license to go cap in hand to taxpayers next year.

Without actual spending cuts in 2013, it will be easy to predict that there will be tax hikes in 2014.

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Smoking affects everyone, heavier bans needed Dear Editor: I am writing this letter in response to your editorial on the recently passed Red Deer City bylaw related to smokefree parks, playgrounds and recreational areas.

On Jan. 1, 2008 the Tobacco Reduction Act in Alberta became law, prohibiting indoor smoking in all public places and workplaces such as restaurants, bars, hospitals, businesses and schools. However, municipalities still have the authority to pass stronger bylaws if they choose to. Across Canada and around the world, policies are being enacted to restrict or ban smoking in outdoor environments where the public may gather, especially spaces frequented by children such as parks, areas around playgrounds, sports fields and public events. These policies are consistent with other outdoor smoking restrictions such as smoke-free policies for school properties. In Alberta, several cities have been moving in this direction including Edmonton, St. Albert and Lethbridge.

Some people believe that exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke outdoors poses no health risk because the smoke quickly dissipates. Scientific research indicates otherwise. Tobacco smoke pollution outdoors is determined by the density and distribution of smokers as well as wind direction and speed. Being within a few feet of a person who uses cigarettes outdoors may expose an individual to second-hand tobacco smoke levels equal to those measured in homes and bars where smoking is permitted.

When there is a breeze, cigarette smoke will spread in various directions, and will expose non-smokers downwind.

Generally the smoke from a single cigarette can be detected between seven to 10 metres (25 to 30 feet) away.

This measurement easily encompasses the area/distance between people at a crowded beach, park or playground.

Smoke-free polices also help challenge the perception tobacco use is normal adult behaviour and help limit child/youth exposure to adult smoking

behaviour. Limiting this exposure reinforces the message smoking is not normal and decreases the likelihood youths will initiate this habit. Since the majority of smokers start before the age of 18, this measure may support reductions in youths uptake of tobacco use and improve overall public health.

(The Alberta 15 to 19 years smoking rate rose five per cent in 2010 to 17 per cent).

Besides the air, there are other environmental impacts. Composed of cellulose acetate, a form of plastic, cigarette butts can persist in the environment for years. The plastic package wrapper and cigarette butts do not biodegrade; they only break down into smaller components that contaminate ecosystems for decades. The Great Canadian Shore Cleanup reports that in 2011, tobacco related litter accounted for 46.6 per cent of all litter collected.

Cigarette filters topped the list as the number 1 littered item in the nation.

Tobacco litter is also a health hazard for children and wildlife. In the US, more than 8,000 potential toxic exposures are reported every year due to the ingestion of tobacco products by children. In addition, fish, birds and small animals often swallow discarded butts, resulting in nicotine poisoning, malnutrition, starvation and even death. The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association (ARPA) supports restricting smoking in select outdoor areas. The association passed a resolution in November 2010 that indicates ARPA’s support for policy measures that create smoke-free parks and playgrounds in Alberta.

Children’s lungs are especially sensitive to exposure to second-hand smoke, even outdoors. I support the enhanced bylaw Red Deer has passed and look forward to playing with my grandchildren in their smoke free parks and playgrounds.

Barb Olsen, RR3 Ponoka

Store subjected to misrepresentation Dear Editor: I would like to take a moment and respond to the letter in the paper titled, Woman mistreated in stores, business lost from racial profiling as I am one of the staff referenced in this letter.

I cannot comment on the lady’s experience in the small gas station/convenience store but I sure can address her experience in the store I work in.

First the accusation of racial profiling: Wow. I remember this incident but until this letter I could not have told you what color her skin is. I was completely shocked and dismayed to think that anyone would accuse me of racial profiling. I am also disgusted to think that someone would be so quick to label a person a racist just because things did not go in their favor. I feel discriminated against for being labelled a racist for simply doing my job. The only racial profiling being done was by the guy who submitted the first letter.

The second thing I would like to address is the coupon. We had very clear and explicit instructions from our head office to not accept any coupons that did not have the receipt attached.

In fact, the day before this incident we were questioned by head office about the number of coupons we were accepting and once again they made it very clear that the receipt must be attached (no coupons were accepted without receipts). Unfortunately the coupon did not have any restrictions printed on it regarding this but we were mandated by head office to follow their instructions.

I explained this to the lady in a polite manner that it was unfortunately out of my control.

Although I sympathize with this lady regarding the coupon incident I will not apologize for doing my job. At this point I feel that I am owed an apology as this is a serious accusation.

Sherry Macaulay

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Earth Hour 2013 Uniting People to Protect the Planet Saturday, March 23, 8:30 PM

Motor Oil Recycling Looking for a location to recycle your used motor oil? Check with our local lube shops. Some of them may be willing to take small quantities of used motor oil.

Economic Development Board Opening The Economic Development Board with the Town of Ponoka is looking for additional membership. Come join a volunteer board of local business people who work towards helping our community thrive. The board meets the first Wednesday of every month.

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EVENTS AND RECREATION New Wines in the New Year A Wine Tasting Event. Come learn the basics of wine tasting, as well as sample 4 red and 4 white wines on March 15th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at Ponoka Jubilee Library. Cost is $25/person, and space is limited to 25 participants. Come to the Library to purchase your tickets, cash or cheque only or call 403-7833843 for more information. All participants must be 18+.

Donate your pennies to the Library Are you overwhelmed with excess pennies? If so, the Ponoka Jubilee Library will be glad to help alleviate this penny burden from your shoulders. We are collecting pennies as donations to help support the library and literacy within our community. Thank you to all those who have dropped off pennies in the past.

Aquaplex Update: Tim Horton’s FREE PUBLIC swim starting March 23 thru March 28th CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY-March 29th.

Please note children under the age of 7, need to be within arm’s length of an adult, 18+ at ALL times. .

Public Skating: Monday -Friday: 12 noon -1:30 pm • Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm **Last day for public skating is March 24.**

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

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Business Hours Bylaw On-line Poll Town Council would like your comments and feedback on the proposed Business Hours Bylaw.

Please check the Town’s website at www.ponoka.ca to complete the online poll/survey by March 15, 2013. Copies of the poll/survey are also available at the Town Office for pickup.

Next Town Council Meetings March 12 & March 26, 2013 @ 7 pm Visit our website @ www.ponoka.ca for copy of the agenda.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: We could learn a lot from crayons. Some are sharp, some are pretty and some are dull. Some have weird names and all are different colors, but they all have to live in the same box. ~ Unknown

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Book fair affair Notice of Changes to 2013 AgriStability Growing Forward 2 Information Sessions As part of a comprehensive suite of risk management programs, AgriStability provides effective whole-farm coverage for farming operations that experience severe margin declines resulting from increasing input costs, declining revenues and losses in inventory.

Strong with the force: Quaid McKinney takes a moment to read during the Ponoka Elementary School Book Fair March 4.

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) will be hosting information sessions across Alberta to discuss the important upcoming changes to the AgriStability Program as a result of the new Growing Forward 2 Agreement.

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Producer Information Sessions in your area: Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2013 - 1:30-3:30 pm 2nd Floor Provincial Building, Conference Room 5110 49 Ave, Ponoka And join us for coffee and doughnuts at our District Office Open House from 1:00-4:00 pm!

For more information visit www.AFSC.ca/GF2 or call 1-877-899-AFSC (2372).

Avid reader: Leah Nicholson has a gander at some of the school’s selections.

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Library tests wine tasting

By Amelia Naismith Ponoka Jubilee Library is opening its doors after hours for the first introductory wine tasting affair.

The tasting will be under the direction of new librarian David Tremblay on March 15 from 7 to 9 p.m.

“Our programmer Jackie had the idea,” said Tremblay. Wine tasting is already a popular program at Rimbey’s library and he feels it will receive the same warm reception in Ponoka.

Before heavy advertising began for the event more approximately half the tickets were already sold. Tremblay feels that’s a positive indicator that the event will be well attended.

“We’re hoping to sell out to cover the cost of the event. I hope it is (successful),” he added.

If the wine tasting event meets the library’s standard of success Tremblay says there’s a good chance similar functions would be held in the future.

Jay Cottell, who does wine tasting instructional presentations, will be the presenter. The event will include an introductory to wine tasting presentation, a power point presentation on how to taste wines, an informational package handed out, 8 different wines to taste and there will be snacks.

Tickets are available at the library and for more information call 403-7833843.

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Mysteries author visits Diamond Willow

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

miracle, it actually worked,” stated Wilson.

Murder on the Canadian was his first published story, now translated into other languages such as Spanish and Japanese. Wilson’s books have also been translated into Norwegian, Portuguese, French and Italian.

Students should work closely with their teachers to develop their writing skills before they send books to a publisher, advised Wilson.

The 72-year-old author has been writing for the last 43 years and is about to publish a story called Santa Beiber, a fictional story of a teen who has a chance encounter with pop singer Justin Beiber.

Since the book is a work of fiction and says so at the beginning it is legal to write the story, explained Wilson.

Throughout his presentation Wilson asked the students questions about his talk and passed out autographed postcards for those who got the questions right.

Wilson lives in Victoria, B.C. and enjoys his experiences in Canadian communities including Nunavut, NWT.

Having penned more than 22 books, writer Eric Wilson has a wealth of knowledge for would-be authors.

He gave students at Diamond Willow Middle School some handy tips for a well-written story. Wilson writes mystery books for young readers not unlike the Hardy Boys mysteries. As a young boy, Wilson enjoyed reading the books. “I loved those stories so much, I set up a detective agency in my house.”

But when Hardy Boys books came to Canada there were inaccuracies such as describing Vancouver as a sleepy fishing village. Wilson wanted to portray Canada and the many different areas of the country. For that reason he stays in a place sometimes for two months to get a taste for that area.

“It usually takes me eight months to write my books,” he stated.

Stories are more realistic when using actual places and life experiences but the characters usually come Author Eric Wilson speaks with students at Diamond Willow Middle School March 4 on being a from his imagination. “Think about writer.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye things that have happened in your own life.”

There are times people inspire him enough to become a character in his mysteries. Wilson writes ideas down to use in future stories.

“Everywhere I go I carry a notebook with me.”

MARCH 20, 2013 The key to a successful story comes This supplement with planning. Wilson features the latest in: sent five books over a five-year period to a Farming • Livestock publisher before anyTechnology • Seed & Feed thing was published. He Crops • Equipment was used to reading rejection letters that said, & BUSINESS DIRECTORY “Mr. Wilson, we don’t EIGHTH PAGE $115 like your story. We From the Ponoka Stampede to the beautiful Battle River don’t want to publish it. valley, Ponoka offers many attractions to tourists and visitors.

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Education minister rejected, board disappointed

By Amelia Naismith

focus on actual teaching, said Henderson Minister of Education Jeff Johnson’s most recent She feels there are provincewide agreement proposal was rejected by so many initiatives being teachers, and the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA), introduced, such as new Feb. 26 after it failed to address their two biggest contechnology in the classcerns. room, that teachers are so ATA president Carol Henderson received a letter busy learning and planfrom the minister and said its contents, and the conning nothing is being taken tents of the four-year agreement, did nothing to assure away from the classroom. teachers the government was prepared to offer the sup“Fifty-six hours a port they wanted. week is not sustainable and “We saw the veiled threats of possible rollbacks,” young teachers are leaving said Henderson, referencing the letter. because they want balance The letter stated the provincial government would in their lives,” Henderson not pull the rug out from under teachers if they agreed added. to the terms of the deal. However, teachers wanted to Putting those three know classroom conditions would improve. aspects together is the Classroom sizes, student issues and teacher workWolf Creek School reason the minister’s proloads have not been addressed by Johnson.

“I’m not hearing from teachers that we want salary Board Chairperson, posal was rejected, said Henderson. “That’s what increases, they’re talking about the kids,” said Hender- Trudy Bratland we really needed to have son. and it just wasn’t there.

In schools across the province, special needs stuTeachers just needed hope and there was no hope in that dents and English language students aren’t receiving the attention they need from teachers because teachers letter.”

Johnson wanted stability to come from the agreearen’t receiving support from the government, said Henment and Henderson says if it was accepted the derson “They have kids brought into classrooms that are government would have received the stability while already too large,” said Henderson. Classroom sizes are teachers were still left without assurance.

With the offer cast off, Henderson says collective past capacity and are expected to get worse.

Along with not having the time to give students they bargaining is on the table. “Our historic roots are local attention they require, teachers hardly have the time to bargaining . . . The five-year agreement was a exception.”

“They’re (teachers) just feeling it’s time to sit down with local people,” from the Rimbey Women’s

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she added. School boards need to look at what they’re asking of their teachers and prioritize.

Henderson plans to get 62 local collective agreements, and while some individual teachers don’t agree with ATA and there may be labour action, the intent of local collective bargaining is to represent teachers, students and parents.

“We do speak for teachers, make no mistake,” said Henderson. “The minister and I do agree on the workload. He knows it’s an issue and I know it is.”

Over the past two and a half years ATA has come close to reaching an agreement with the government but this newest proposal is something they simply couldn’t accept, said Henderson.

“Our teachers are just so concerned about the students . . . What he’s (Johnson) not really understanding is that teachers are more concerned about the state of the classrooms.”

The proposal made by Johnson offered a three-year salary freeze followed by a two-per-cent raise in the fourth year, and lump sum in the third and fourth years, each equaling one-per-cent raise

in their salaries.

However, the lump sum payments wouldn’t be added to the salary grid.

ATA was prepared to play the government’s financial game if their concerns were alleviated. On Nov. 30 ATA proposed to freeze salary grids for two years and providing for increases of one per cent in the third year and three per cent in the fourth year.

Johnson rejected their offer.

In a news release Johnson stated he was disappointed ATA rejected his fair offer.

Wolf Creek school board is unhappy with the new trajectory of the situation.

“We’re very disappointed that the ATA didn’t accept the ministers proposal.

We’re were all hoping we could all come to the table and have four years of collective agreement,” said board chairperson Trudy Bratland.

Now the school board will start making headway through local bargaining.

However, until the provincial budget is released on March 7 Bratland says they can’t make many plans. “We’re all waiting to hear what the budget brings.”

St. A top-ranking school

By Amelia Naismith St. Augustine School is among the 20 elementary schools in Alberta that have shown the fastest improvement in academic performance of the last five years, according the annual Fraser Institute report.

The 2013 report card ranked 659 public, private, separate, charter and francophone elementary schools on nine academic indicators using data from the annual Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs).

A news release with the complete list of schools was distributed Feb. 25 but St. Augustine’s principal, Curt Baron, wasn’t made aware of the school’s achievement

until Feb. 28.

Although the report was news to him Baron feels, based on the staff and students as the school, the school’s standing isn’t a surprise.

“I’m new here, so kudos to last year’s principal and the staff, and kudos really goes to the kids.”

Baron says it’s rewarding to have the affirmation the report gives, however, he says the Fraser Institute only represents a small snap shot of the school and the activities going on inside the school are more important than being recognized.

“It’s not something I check. It doesn’t reflect everything,” said Baron.

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Women’s Day Victim Services ready to help women in need

By Amelia Naismith International Women’s Day 2013 is March 8 and this year’s theme is Working Together: Engaging Men to End Violence Against Women, a philosophy parallel with the work Ponoka Victim Services does yearround.

“We work with a wide variety of people of course, but woman are always a high percentage,” said Kristi Motley, executive director.

“The rights of individuals are very important. This day focuses on women’s rights and celebrates women. But in general everyone’s rights are monumental. No person, whether they’re man or woman, black or white, is more important,’ she added.

Each month Ponoka Victim Services receives between 15 and 30 calls. Motley says more than 50 per

cent are related to violence and family disputes.

Within the last six to 12 months Motley has seen an increase of domestic violence and family disputes.

However, she feels this phenomenon isn’t unique to Ponoka. “I’m honestly not sure why, and like I said I don’t think it’s just our community.”

Ponoka Victim Services helps victims of violence work through their situations, including helping them understand and go through the court system. “We can actually attend court with them. We also make them aware of what their rights are as a victim,” said Motley.

She says victims’ rights include restitution and financial compensation from the Victims of Crime Fund, “incase of injury or death.”

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Victim Services also has other resources available for the community, including anti-bullying and drunk driving resources.

“Maybe if we give them the opportunity and the knowledge and the self-confidence they’ll hopefully avoid those situations,” said Motley.

However, she knows that isn’t always possible.

While one day isn’t more important then any others in Victim Services’ line of work, awareness days such as International Women’s Day have their purpose.

“I think all these awareness days, whether you live in a larger centre or a smaller centre, are important because it makes you stop for a moment.

They make us stop and think,” said Motley.

Canadian girls subject to violence On the eve of International Women’s Day, a new report, Beyond Appearances: Brief on the Main Issues Facing Girls in Canada, uncovers the real story of girls’ lives in Canada. The never before compiled information reveals that girls still face many hurdles despite gains in education and legal equality.

• Violence persists in many forms, including widespread experiences of sexual harassment, dating violence, and racism.

• Teen girls’ mental health should be a national concern. Self-harm, depressive symptoms, low self-esteem and attempted suicide are far higher than for teen boys.

• Girls are not all on an equal playing field – those belonging to Indigenous, immigrant, rural and racialized communities face specific barriers and challenges.

Solutions exist — including policies that take girls into account, and programs that provide girls with safe spaces to build confidence, find mentors and take action on what matters to them. By start-

ing early to support girls in fulfilling their potential and alleviating challenges, Canada will be closer to reducing the gender gap. Girls Action Foundation is a leader in girls’ empowerment programs and steward of a network of some 300 independent girl-serving organizations across Canada.

What it means to be a girl: The Canadian context Despite advances over the years, girls in Canada face pressures — new and old — that limit their potential. Canadian statistics and research findings prove that the real-life challenges of girls have not been addressed.

Canada’s nearly 3.6 million girls are important contributors to our country’s well-being and overall success. Girls already contribute to the quality of life in their families, schools and communities.

Girls will soon grow into women whose leadership, choices, work, and care for family will have a significant impact on Canadian society. By starting early to support girls to fulfill their potential, Canada will be closer to reducing the gender gap.

Today’s girls receive conflicting Join Canadians from coast to coast as we messages. They are supposed to be both reflect on the impacts of violence against liberated and tradiwomen and commit to helping END IT. tional, a contradiction that produces tension in their daily lives.

Many girls in Canada grow up being told: “You can be anything you want to be.” While education and career opportunities have improved greatly over the past decades, gender stereotypes persist and young people in Canada still face considerable pressure to conform to traditional male and female roles. Girls today also feel increasing pressure to do everything • Bay 6, 4502 50 Street and please everyone.

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Women from all over enjoyed finding their inner rhythm during the HealthRHYTHMS Heart Songs workshop.

Relax: The Taoist Tai Chi Society out of Red Deer demonstrates one set at the Rimbey Women’s Conference.

Photos by Amelia Naismith

Women’s conference highlights diversity

By Amelia Naismith Rimbey’s 27th annual Women’s Conference presented a diverse selection of sessions and seminars this year, perfectly matching the theme of Exploring Our Diversity.

Brenda Verheire, chairperson of the Rimbey Women’s Committee, says this year, as it’s been in the past, the conference was a success in both attendance and reception.

“All together, with the vendors, we had about 164 women. We usually have right around that number. I would call is a definite success,” said Verheire.

This year’s theme of diversity started out with wanting to bring an ethnic vibe to the conference. The drumming circle, keynote speaker Noreen Olson and some of the different cooking and food sessions echoed that.

In the past the event has had a prob-

lem with guests being cold, and they’ve had to loan out every shawl provided.

Verheire was relieved that didn’t happen this year. “Nobody was cold this year, that was a wonderful thing for us. It’s a worry, we don’t want somebody cold all day long.”

During the conference the women in attendance fill out evaluations on the conference, that’s how Verheire knows it was a success. “Summarizing those gives us a total picture — it was a success.”

Based on the evaluations she says one of the highlights this year was the food. This year the conference used a new cater, Starkist Catering, out of Rimbey. “We were totally pleased with them.”

Verheire plans on sticking to the idea of using Rimbey caters for next year’s conference.

Another highlight was the present-

Violence against women affects us all.

Everyone - men and women - need to work together for a solution.

ers, most of which were closely related to the theme.

“We love every part of our conference, but I think the drumming circle was a highlight with the women,” said Verheire .

“They like interactive sessions like that.” Verheire was asked if the HealthRHYTHMS Heart Songs session could be brought back another year.

Maybe the biggest highlight was the fact that the

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Violence is not just a women’s issue: men have key roles to play in making our country safe for everyone.

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The conference, which has become a tradition in Rimbey, is something that’s looked forward to year round. “They come to it and go home feeling great.

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As a bachelor I would definitely not survive Last week I was suddenly cast into the role of chief cook and bottle washer for a few days, and on a scale of 1 to 10 I will definitely not be winning any Mr. Housewife awards. First of all I will be the first to admit that I am not and likely never will be a very good cook, but finally at the age of 70 I have become quite talented at vacuuming, turning on and cleaning out the dishwasher, quick dusting, and all those other around the house chores that we hubbies are expected to share.

On the other hand, without the great culinary talents of my beloved wife, which I guess yours truly has taken for granted over the past 30 years, I have always been somewhat of a klutz in and around our kitchen.

So when this latest crisis occurred, next to toast and peanut butter, cheese and crackers, bananas and TV dinners I became a fast food junkie, while somehow managing to show up at the hospital in time to devour what my best lady didn’t finish on her tray. I did, however, manage to keep our condo quite tidy, even though I had to make only one side of the bed, and was always up early in the morning actually preparing my own breakfast, while trying to remember what I had to do on my own before spending the rest of the day at the hospital.

My idea of cooking alone would be to use the four food groups, including canned, boxed, bagged and frozen. To show you how bad a chef I really am, one night I tried cooking a surprise supper with wine, which didn’t go so well because after five glasses I forgot why I was in the kitchen.

Needless to say, I am so thankful she is now back home, and will be the first to realize and appreciate with all my heart just how precious our significant other partners, along with a loving and supportive family

and friends are to all of us, both in the good times or when a crisis occurs.

The Hammer has also promised, once again, to try and pay more attention to meals instead of just sitting down at the table when they are ready, as well as to learn more Mike Rainone about her and his banking, and to not depend Hammertime so much on fridge notes and honey do lists when it comes to planning each day, together.

Now let’s have a little fun • An elderly gentleman had suffered from serious hearing problems for a number of years, and finally, with today’s new technology, he was able to visit a doctor who fitted him with a fine set of inconspicuous hearing aids that thankfully allowed him to have 100 per cent hearing once again.

When the happy old gent returned for his regular checkup a month later, the doctor explained that his hearing was absolutely perfect, and insisted that his family must be extremely pleased that he could hear again. The gentleman replied with a mischievous grin, “Oh, I haven’t told my family just yet. I just sit around and listen to their conversations, and by the way, I have changed my will three times..”

• The best answer to suit the occasion. “I’m not saying that you are stupid....I’m just saying that you’ve got bad luck when it comes to thinking. No you’re not

fat, you are just a little husky.”

• Do we have too many new gadgets in this day and age?

- I recently saw a very distraught young lady weeping beside her car. “Do you need some help?” I asked. “I knew I should have replaced the battery in this remote door unlocker, and now I can’t get into my car,” she tearfully replied. After I politely asked her for her remote control, I quietly opened her car manually with the key, which were attached to the same ring along with assorted other gadgets. Then trying to ignore her very embarrassed stare, I suggested that she drive over to the store and buy some new batteries.

- As we get older our joints and arthritis symptoms are usually a lot more accurate than most of those meteorologists from Environment Canada, and our investments in health insurance are finally beginning to pay off.

4904 - 50th St. • The good folks down at Embarrass, Minn., (popuPh. 403-783-3639 lation 600) are a hardy bunch and never complain about the winter weather forecasts or listen to the groundhog, PLAYING no matter what. A few weeks ago in nearby Babbit the March temperature registered -38 degrees F with a bitter wind 8-14 chill. The old-timers will also remind everyone that on Feb. 2, 1966 the temperature at Embarrass reached a record -62 degrees F, the thermometer up in the old SCREEN #1 town tower broke, and they had to install a new one that would register -80 degrees F. Never mind, it will soon be time to put on our shorts and fire up the barbecue, so forget about the Ides of March and go ahead and have a great week, all of you!

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WCPS conference aids teachers’ evolution Submitted

with students with behavioural and/or developmental difficulties; • New technologies and procedures to improve classroom and office activities; • First aid and non-violent crisis intervention training; and • Personal growth and renewal.

“It has been said that one measure of an organization’s commitment to excellence can be determined by the ability and willingness of the members of that organization to learn,” commented Larry Jacobs, superintendent of schools. “We are proud that WCPS is an exemplary learning organization where personnel throughout the organization are committed to improvement, a commitment that was most obvious over the two days.”

Wolf Creek Public Schools hosted its 15th annual Support Staff Conference at École Secondaire Lacombe Composite High School. While teachers and administrators attended the Central Alberta Teachers’ Convention in Red Deer, Feb. 21 and 22, more than 250 support staff also took full advantage of the two days to learn, share, and grow both professionally and personally.

The conference attracted 200 educational assistants, librarians, administrative assistants, division office personnel, and other support staff from WCPS, as well as 50 staff from surrounding school jurisdictions.

“Over the past 15 years, we’ve had a widerange of sessions at the Support Staff Conference.

This year, we reviewed all of our past sessions, surveyed our staff and put together an incredibly strong line-up of speakers,” said WCPS assistant superintendent Gerry Varty. “Over the two days, we heard atcatered by the Ladies Auxiliary tendees remark over and over again that the conference will help them to return to their work with new skills, knowledge and energy.”

From 11:30 am - 7:00 pm.

The conference consisted of 46 sessions, Have a home-baked Irish meal. ONLY $6.50! including two keynote Raise a glass in honor of Ireland’s patron saint! addresses, five two(Other snacks and refreshments will be available) day sessions, and 39 half-day sessions. An EVENING ENTERTAINMENT exceptional variety of DROP IN FOR A MINUTE OR AN HOUR! topics were available for participants to choose “Sure and we’ll be powerful glad to see you!” from in the following areas: Royal Canadian Legion Hwy 2A South, Ponoka • New ideas for aiding students in reaching their full potential; • Strategies for working

“A PIE AND A PINT FOR ST. PATRICK” An all day celebration on Saturday, March 16 at the Legion

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CARNIVAL PERFORMANCES 11 am & 3 pm

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Have to mention we had a great turn out of dancers and musicians/singers at our last jam. Just great! Lot’s of smiling faces. Come on out and join the fun. Our gospel evening was also a success with the featured group, “Generations.” Just delightful! The “New Song” band will be playing March 17th. More about that later. Memberships only $10.00.

ACTIVITIES Monday: Billiards 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. 50 cents a game – honour system Monday: Bridge 1:15 p.m. Winners not known \Monday: WHIST; 1:30 p.m. - Ann Neff , Lil Raugust – Tuesday and Thursday: Exercise class 9:30 a.m. - Come join our group.

Tuesday: Shuffleboard 7:00 p.m. - Lillian Raugust, Lucille Vold Wednesday Partner Bridge 7:00 p.m - Winners not known Wednesday: Sewing Guild 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday: Cribbage 1:30 p.m - James Gramlich, Fred Broska Thursday: Floor Curling 1:30 p.m. - Harry White, Brian Burby, Barb Burby Thursday: Weaving 1:00 p.m..

Thursday: Partner Bridge 1:15 p.m. - J. Reynolds, S. Drake, M. Martin Friday: “500” 1:00 p.m. - Jimmy Rawji, Margaret Martin To rent our facility contact Dorothy @ (403) 783-3027 or George @ (403) 783-3514.

Alcohol beverages may be served after you obtain a permit and accept all responsibility.

Have a great week. Don’t forget Saturday’s jam and dance.

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Helping students find balance and direction in the online world Technology is becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives.

This makes the concept of “digital citizenship� more and more important. Digital citizenship is essentially a term referring to the proper use of technology along with appropriate behaviour when online.

Educational communities are greatly impacted by the use of technology and the need for appropriate online behaviour. Digital citizenship is important for all those involved in the education of students – parents,

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staff and school administrators. We must work closely together to ensure that technology is used responsibly to enhance the learning journey of our students. The knowledge gained in this reliable manner will enrich our school communities and assist our students to socialize properly and grow as future citizens.

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activities; and to be very aware of not revealing personal information to people they do not know.

There are many excellent resources available to help educators and parents understand and support this digital generation. MediaSmarts, a Canadian not-for-profit charitable organization for digital and media literacy, has an interactive online resource called “Parenting the Digital Generation� that can be found at http://mediasmarts.ca/tutorial/ parenting-digital-generation. Alberta Education also offers a variety of materials for parents, teens and younger children that can be found at http:// humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/14838.html Today’s technology has given our children access to unprecedented resources and potentially significant power and Fraser report lists top schools our role is to listen, guide and learn from Continued from page 10 them as we explore this According to their press release, the Fraser amazing resource toInstitute feels their reports are a “go-to� resource gether. to help parents and educators prioritize academic Maria Lentz machallenges within the school. ria.lentz@starcatholic. “Our report shows that all schools are capable of improvement, regardless of the personal ab.ca is the Ponoka or family challenges their students might face. If trustee on the STAR educators want to help students learn and improve, Catholic Schools Divithey should be talking to these schools,� said Peter sion Board. Learn more www.starcatholic.

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We need to encourage young people to treat others with respect in the face of online anonymity; view online theft of licensed content as illegal as any other type of theft; maintain balance in their lives between the time they spend on both online and offline

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Fender bender while drunk

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

a 23-year-old man from Hobbema with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, Mounties were conducting a patrol in the alleyway of 55 Avenue in Ponoka Feb. 26 at 4:30 p.m. as it is known as an area where drug deals are conducted. A 29-yearold man from Ponoka walked up to the Hobbema man when police approached. The suspect fled the scene and threw a box of cigarettes away.

Upon investigating the Mountie found 14 bags of drugs — 11 bags with crack and three with cocaine.

Both weighed 0.3 grams.

Impaired senior An enhanced Check Stop March 2 found one man with blood-alcohol levels of .12 and .11 March 2 at 7 p.m. Officers held the stop on Highway 53 and 38 Street. A 74-year-old man was charged with impaired driving.

If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

A 25-year-old Wetaskiwin man faces charges of impaired driving after his Honda Civic rear-ended a Ford F150 March 2 at 11:40 a.m.

The Honda was on Highway 2A near 48 Avenue when it collided with the pickup. Upon arrival police could smell liquor on the Wetaskiwin man and he provided breath samples of .11 and .11.

There were no injuries in the collision.

Theft of liquor Police have charged a 20-yearold man from Ponoka for the theft of a bottle of vodka March 2 at 6 p.m. from a liquor store on Highway 2A. One customer allegedly saw the man grab the bottle and then informed staff who asked the man to stop but he left the building.

Mounties found the man at his home and charged him with theft and breach of conditions.

Drug deal stopped Police have arrested and charged

Close call: Emergency crews responded to a collision six kilometres north of Ponoka on Baker Road on Feb. 26. A southbound pickup and northbound sedan had a near head-on collision but only the driver’s side tires connected with minor injuries to the occupants. Fog and icy road conditions are believed to have been a factor.

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Then on the second day, horse and rider tackled the same obstacles but this time saddled and being ridden. This is where they had to learn to trust and bond with each other even more. There is no secret so close as that between horse and his/ her rider.

Horses and riders processed everything quite well, Well enough to have an obstacle challenge at the end of the day for points. Each participant was allowed three minutes to cover as many obstacles they could, gathering points along the way. It was nice to see the clubs interact with each other and create friendships to last a lifetime.

“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit and fire.” — Sharon Ralls Lemon

The Ponoka 4-H Renegade Riders and the Tees 4H Wranglers recently put on a “From The Ground Equine Workshop” at the Calnash Ag Event Centre.

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Snow, Euroddlar causes ag turmoil around world

Brennan Taylor FarmLead Breakfast Brief

Much of last week was categorized by winter storms around the U.S. and on the weekend, it apparently was the Canadian Prairies’ turn.

That being said, the wet/snowy weather is welcome in places like Iowa where 90 per cent of the state is still considered in a severe drought situation. One foot of snow equals about an inch of rain and with some places short 20 inches of moisture, you get the picture. In Canada, many farmers (especially in southern Manitoba) remember a few wet springs over the last couple of years and the more snow we get, the more concern builds for a wet repeat.

All in all, Chicago wheat continues to hover

around the $7/bushel mark, basically on par with corn now. US farmers are expected to plant less spring wheat, including durum, as a result of a better profit margin on corn and soybeans. With that in mind, should this recent string of wet/ snowy weather help replenish the ground, farmers may be more inclined to plow up their winter wheat crops and re-plant it with something more profitable. In the Prairies, the expectation is for more wheat and less canola to be planted as there are better margins in the former.

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Canada. It’s estimated that Canada will have 15 million tonnes of wheat to export in 2013 and less than half of that will be bought by the top-paying countries (i.e. China, US and Europe). More or less, that means there’s eight million tonnes of wheat that has to be sold into markets that will see increased competition as a result of better production from countries that experienced a drought last year (i.e. Russia, the Ukraine and Australia).

Specifically, in Europe, wheat export are running four million tonnes ahead of last year’s pace but big player France seems to just be walking as they’re actually behind last year’s pace.

Should French wheat ending stocks be revised higher and North American prices increase, international buyers may head back to Europe for cheaper grain. Adding to this is the fact that the Eurodollar is expected to depreciate further due to political and economic stress. I like to call this the “European Gongshow” because there seems to be problems popping up everywhere.

Case in point, Italy’s most recent elections were basically a wash as no government was formed and another election will have to take place in a few months. Interesting fact about Italy’s political system: since the end of the Second World War II, Italy has had 62 governments formed. Canada’s currently on number 22. More simply put, the devaluation of the euro (some analysts have estimated a drop to $1.20 USD from previous January highs near $1.37) makes it harder for European buyers to purchase North American grains as their currency is worth less.

On the flipside, international buyers would then have more purchasing power when converting their currencies into the euro and buying grains from there.

Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, Sask., where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time working in finance before starting FarmLead. com, a risk-free, transparent online grain marketplace. His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email (b.turner@ farmlead.com) or phone (1-855-332-7653).

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As president of the Alberta Cattle Breeders Association, Finseth is a point man for the 113th annual Calgary Bull Sale, the oldest continuous consignment bull sale on the planet, which will be held on March 6 and 7 at Stampede Park.

Last year, the Calgary Bull Sale — a barometer for the Canadian cattle industry — saw a dramatic jump in both average and total sales. And Finseth feels the livestock business in Canada is “on the verge of taking off.� “These are exciting times in the seedstock industry. We’re quite excited to be a part of it,� says Finseth. “All the regional bull sales that have gone on this spring, so far in February, have been fairly steady to slightly higher (compared to last year’s results). “Livestock production is a long-term investment.

The stock that producers select today . . . that impact will be felt down the road two or three years,� adds Finseth. “And we’re also seeing a lot more of our younger generation taking agriculture programs at colleges and universities, with the intent of coming home and taking over the ranch. Eight, nine, 10 years ago, that just wasn’t happening as much. “There’s a sense now that there’s money to be made in agriculture again.�

In spite of last fall’s XL Foods beef recall, market prices for calves and fat cattle have stabilized and essentially held their ground since last spring. Canada’s cattle and calf herd fell to 13.5 million in 2012, according to Statistics Canada, but had the slowest rate of decline in seven years.

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For the second year, the Calgary Bull Sale will also hold a Commercial Replacement Heifer Pen Show and Sale, sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health, as an acknowledgement of the eventual rebound and growth of the Canadian herd. “There’s a definite demand for high-grade replacement heifers,� says Finseth. “In two or three years, replacement females are going to be a very hot commodity.�

The show portion of the 2013 Calgary Bull Sale will begin on March 6 in the Victoria Pavilion — as Angus lots go on display at 11 a.m., and the Herefords take centre stage at 1 p.m. The replacement heifers show and sale will be held immediately after the Hereford show, at about 6 p.m., in the North Barn of the Agriculture Building.

Ranch horse demonstrations will be held March 7 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the North Barn. And from there,

the action begins in earnest as the gavel starts falling in the Pavilion — beginning with the Angus sale at 11 a.m., and followed from there by the Gelbvieh and Hereford breeds. Proceedings will wind up with the sale of ranch horses at about 6 p.m. in the Pavilion.

Once again, potential buyers can watch, listen, and bid online through Direct Livestock Marketing Systems (www.dlms.ca).

Potential buyers should contact Mark Shologan in advance via telephone at 780.699.5082 or e-mail at mshologan@dlms.ca Sale specimens can also be viewed on the Calgary Bull Sale’s website. For a lot-by-lot catalogue, a complete list of consignors, and more, visit calgarybullsale.com  Yearling bulls will be ribeye, marble and backfat scanned and published, while two-year-old bulls will be backfat scanned and published.  A free shuttle service will run to and from the Best Western Plus Calgary Centre Inn and the Holiday Inn Macleod Trail on March 6 and 7, with shuttle times posted at both hotels and the Calgary Bull Sale’s show office.

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On Wednesday, February 27, 2013- 2597 head of cattle went through our rings & 303 on the Canadian Satellite sale - TOTAL 2900

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

73.00-79.00 60.00-71.00 50.00-69.00 70.00-85.00 60.00-98.00 80.00-100.00

Good Bred Cows 900.00-1350.00 Older Bred Cows Good Bred Heifers: 1000.00-1400.00 Cow/calf pairs (younger) NONE Cow/Calf pairs (older) none

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 MILK COWS Baby Calves Dairy Type: Baby Calves Beef Type:

112.00-119.00 115.00-123.00 119.00-129.00 128.00-136.00 138.00-153.00 150.00-165.00 160.00-175.00 165.00-185.00

Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers

100.00-114.00 110.00-119.00 112.00-121.00 119.00-126.00 128.00-140.00 135.00-144.00 135.00-150.00 140.00-160.00

up to 145.00 85.00-109.00 NONE 30.00-125.00 125.00-340.00

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Tamara Steer rocks out as part of the hillbilly entertainment.

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Curling ladies rock the rocks

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Diane Stephanson watches as her team makes their way down the ice during Ponoka’s Ladies’ Bonspiel.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

Ponoka and area ladies let go of their inhibitions and came out to curl with their guns a-blazing and guitars strapped across their backs, as their hillbilly personalities took over.

This year’s ladies’ bonspiel, which ran March 1 and 2, boasted the theme I Live West of the 5th.

Organizer Joanne Seefried says the bonspiel always has a lot of ladies dressing up to participate.

“You always try to come up with something the girls can participate in, that doesn’t cost $100, something they can throw together.”

The woman were judged on their costumes, and to persuade the judges on who deserved the prize a little fake bull castrating, backwoods jokes and raunchy songs were thrown around the room.

“We have a saying . . . at night, what happens at the ladies’ bonspiel stays at the ladies bonspiel,” said Seefried.

Seefried says men will come and watch the curling but even they aren’t brave enough to stay after supper.

However, it wasn’t all fun and games and despite the ladies’ goofy appearances they took to the ice for serious curling competition.

“I think we had a very successful weekend,” said Seefried. “We had some good, bad and ugly in curling.”

The total cash payout of the bonspiel was more than $1,100.

Bonspiel results: First: Sharyn Pahl team - Lacombe Second: Pam Baron team - Ponoka Third - Mary Linnell team - Penhold Fourth - Wendy Peavoy team - Ponoka Hot Shot results: Subway Fresh First: Kristen Gordon team - Ponoka Try Our Second: Sharyn Pahl team – Lacombe Teams who were voted to deserve extra recognition for their participation in the themed dress contest were Team Gordon, Team MacMillan and Team Seefried.

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Chris David is the host of “The Hunting Chronicles.” Aside from his TV show, David has been an active and successful outfitter in the Hinton area for more than 12 years. He has been fortunate enough to harvest numerous Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young animals.

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Some of the other features that you should be sure and take in are the Trigger X Kid’s Fishing Pond, The Honda Junior Red Rider Club, the AHEIA hands on displays and simulators, and the Alberta Birds of Prey presentations, and the Retriever Dog Trial demonstrations.

There is so much to see and do, you will want to spend the whole day at the show.

Gold medals for Ponoka pair: What do these two 5-pin bowlers have in common, other than they are sweethearts? They were the best scratch bowlers in their age category at the Alberta 55 plus Winter Games held in Calgary Feb. 13 to 16.

Eric Andersen bowled a total score of 1,318 in six games, which was 79 pins over his nearest rival. Linda Seitz bowled a total score of 1,287 in six games, which was 175 pins over her nearest rival.

She bowled a 316 game, which brought a standing ovation in the bowling alley. That was the highest single game score of the entire Games. Both bowl at Leisure Lanes in Ponoka.

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Skater meets long track championship goal

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Maddison Pearman competes at the World Junior Long Track Championships in Italy.

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Speed skater Maddison Pearman has returned from the World Junior Long Track Championships ranked 18th in the world.

The competition was in Collalbo, Italy from Feb. 10 to 25 part of the World Cup Skating season, and then the junior World Cup championships. “It was awesome, I had a lot fun.”

She competed on an outdoor rink in Calalbo in the 500 m, 1,000 m, 1,500 m and 3,000 m races. Weather

had some effect on her speed but that was expected as the ice is softer than in Calgary where she trains.

The championships were the first world challenge for the 17-year-old skater, despite some nervousness, Pearman found the other skaters were friendly.

“It was good to get to know everyone a bit more on the last day,” she said. “It’s really cool to get to meet other skaters from around the world.”

She was nervous at the beginning and only skated the 1,500 m and

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3,000 m during the first week. The goal was to become more comfortable with the track and the pressure of competing at such a high level. There were other girls who have competed internationally before who seemed more relaxed, added Pearman.

The skater tried not to let a fall in the first 1,500 metre race affect her but it took a few days before she was able to shake it off. Her focus during the championships was mostly one her fall and general performance but Pearman was able to bounce back. “I had to realize that was a different day, a different weekend, I could totally skate better and on the next few days I skated really well.”

Pearman credits her coach and mother, Shawna, with helping her feel more confident.

Skating for Canada has given her the desire to continue training and to also strive to be a better skater. Having the pressure to skate well is another experience she has learned from. Canada was one of 20 countries represented at the junior world championships and Pearman’s goal was to place in the top 25 ranking.

Nine Canadian skaters competed with four getting sick while in Collalbo and another skater getting an injury, which created a challenge for the Canadian junior team but Pearman feels they skated well.

She will compete in one more tournament next weekend in Calgary to close out the season.

Ponoka Fish and Game to make a difference Submitted by Robert Green

A event winners Kevin Waldern rink: Lead Barb Secretan, 2nd John Malterer, 3rd Audrey Lance & Skip Kevin Waldern

A event runner up Clayton Morrow Rink: Skip Clayton Morrow, 3rd Kristen Gordon, Lead Tamara Steer & 2nd Curtis McKelvie

B event winners Rick Bishop rink: B event runner up Jim Short rink: Lead Sandi Dixon, 2nd Tim Dixon, Skip Jim Short, Lead Donna Stewart, 3rd Lynda Bishop & Skip Rick Bishop 2nd John Crawford & 3rd Darlene Short

C event winners Classic Granite rink: Skip Ron Wolfram, Lead Margo Moench, 2nd Dale Moench & 3rd Debbie Wolfram

C event runner up Steve Pederson rink: Skip Steve Pederson, Lead Brianna Krinbill & 2nd Kyle Kalin (missing is 3rd Maureen Hollingsworth)

It has been a year since we wrote the news of the Ponoka Fish and Game Association so we will now catch you up on what has been going on.

Last year we ran all of our usual events including our children’s camp in July with 30 kids. Everyone had a great time and learning experience they will remember for a long time. I see people we had in kid’s camp years before and they always ask if we still have camps.

That tells me they had a good time and made a lot of memories.

We held our Rifleman’s Rodeo on the Labour Day weekend, and the horn measuring in December. We finished the year with 598 members.

We started 2013 with our annual banquet in February. More than 300 people enjoyed the great food and fun events for the night. We will be running all of our events as usual this year. Trap shooting and archery will start as soon as the snow melts. All events are listed on our calendars so when you buy your membership you will get one of the calendars.

We had representatives at the recent Alberta Fish and Game Conference (AFGA). Here are a few of the things we learned: A transmission line for electricity takes as much space to build as a four-lane highway.

There are more proposed lines than the one we are dealing with through our part of the province. How many acres of habitat are we going to lose with the others that are going to be built?

There are 65 species of fish in Alberta and several are in danger because of loss of habitat. Artic Grayling is one such fish because of the loss of riparian area along the banks of the streams.

The Alberta Fish and Game Association is the oldest conservation organization in Alberta. The AFGA now has 40,000 acres of wildlife habitat property that has been purchased and donated to the AFGA All the local clubs have donated a lot of money over the years to help with this project. Many people have donated some land they want to see preserved for the future generations.

Lots of industries have worked with the organization to purchase parcels of land. The clubs donated $98,358 dollars toward the next land purchase in 2013.

Anyone who would like to help out in this endeavor for the future generations, can contact the Alberta Fish and Game Association at afga.org

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(Mary) Mae Jensen Feb. 21, 1924 - Feb. 27, 2013 On February 27, 2013 Mae Jensen of Ponoka, Alberta passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 89 years.

She is survived by her son Jerry Jensen and his wife Barb of Ponoka, AB and their children Ronnie, Danny, Nancy, Nyel, Archael and Renne; her daughter Fern Jensen of Edmonton, AB; her son Ted Jensen of Ponoka, AB and his children Rebecca, Emily, Samantha and Chloe; her daughter Laurel Jensen of Airdrie, AB; her niece Linda Krofta of Nanoose, BC; her nephew Mike Paulson; her sister-in-law Patsy Krofta of Parksville, BC; and many great-grandchildren.

Mae was predeceased by her loving husband of 49 years Chris Jensen; her brothers James Krofta, Ervan Krofta and Charlie Krofta; her sister Blanche Ritter and her husband Ray Ritter; and her parents Annie and James Krofta.

Mae was born in Ponoka, Alberta and lived and worked in the area her whole life. She led a very active life being involved in the community and enjoyed horseback riding, softball, skiing, playing cards and her accordion.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Ponoka with the Interment following at the Forest Home Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Mae are gratefully accepted to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta.

To express condolences to Mae’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com Arrangements Entrusted To PONOKA FUNERAL HOME ~ A Wombold Family Funeral Home ~

Card Of Thanks

The family of Britt-Marie Olson would like to thank everyone for their kindness, gifts of food and flowers, and support following our loss. Special thanks to Dr. Halse for his care over the years, and to the staff at the Ponoka Hospital. Thanks to Pastor Tim Graff, Sheila van Allstyne, and Sven and Sue Gustafsson for the lovely service, and to the LCW for the tasty lunch.

Special thanks to Marlon and Sheila of Ponoka Funeral Home for their kindness and compassion. In lieu of thank you notes, a donation will be made to the PGH ladies auxiliary.

Lynn MacDonald On February 23, 2013 Lynn MacDonald of Ponoka passed away at the age of 66 years.

Lynn will be lovingly remembered by her son Mike of Ponoka as well as many relatives and close friends. A Celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Ponoka on Saturday, March 9, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Come & Go). Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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

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Obituaries

Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Bell (nee Wapman) Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Bell passed away Tuesday, February 19th, 2013 in Ponoka, AB at the age of 72. Predeceased by her parents Dmytro and Maria Wapman; and first husband, Philip R. (Bill) Greenwood. Survived by her daughters, Stacy Greenwood (Jon Kent) and Lisa Greenwood (Gary Rowe) and grandchildren, Aiden Kent and Richard McCurrach. In addition to her children and grandchildren, Liz is also survived by her siblings, Walter (Audrey) Wapman, Olga (Harry - dec.) Ruzycki, Steffania (Don - dec.) Reimer, and Emily (Dennis) Lank as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families. A Graveside Service, led by Pastor Jerry Preheim, was held Monday, February 25th, 2013 at the Forest Home Cemetery. The service and internment was followed by a luncheon given by the community of the Church of the Open Bible. The family wishes to thank everyone in the Ponoka community who provided unwaivering support and assistance during a difficult time. For those who wish to do so, donations may be made in Liz’s memory to an animal charity of their choice.

To express condolences to the family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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AG EQUIPMENT Darcy Zimmer - Sales North of Hwy 53 Phone: 403-588-8420 Ferdinand Harkema - Sales South of Hwy 53 Cell: 403-785-7149 Rick Cline - Store/Sales Manager Cell: 403-588-1957

PONOKA JOHN DEERE SALES & SERVICE

24 Hour Emergency Call 403-783-3337 Home Page: www.agroequipment.com

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

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

Al York

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Meetings

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Arts & Crafts Shows ..................50 Class Registrations....................51 Coming Events ..........................52 Lost ............................................54 Found ........................................56 Companions ..............................58 Personals...................................60 Bingos........................................64 Fitness & Sports ........................66 Happy Ads .................................70

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Coming Events

BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS

Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m.

Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info.

403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday night meetings at the Anglican Church Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone 403-783-0719 for info.

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

Cell: (403) 783-0593 Bus: (403) 843-3700

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Fax: (403) 843-3430

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BUYERS

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

A & J AUTOMOTIVE A & J AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 6701 - 46 Ave. 6701 46 Ave. Ponoka, AB - T4J 1J8 Ponoka, T4J 1J8 (403)AB783-8755 (403) 783-8755 Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator

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BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits.

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

Phone 780-621-3953.

Fax 780-621-3959.

PRESSURE CONTROL SPECIALIST

Nexus Engineering is currently seeking a mechanical individual for their shop to perform testing of all BOP’s and Pressure Control Equipment. Duties include heavy lifting, manual labour, operating forklift and overtime as necessary.

We offer a competitive wage, benefits and RRSP plan.

Experience is not mandatory, but a definite asset.

Email resume to: resume @nexusengineering.ca

Employment #700 - #920

Mentors

AUTO SALES

Oilfield

STAMP SHOW - Edmonton Stamp Club.

March 22 - 24, West Edmonton Mall, 3rd floor above Europa Boulevard.

Stamps for sale, exhibits, Jr Table. Free admission, free evaluations; www.

Edmontonstampclub.com

SMART shoppers read the Classifieds. 1-877-223-3311.

THE CENTRAL ALBERTA MANUFACTURERS 2ND ANNUAL SPRING GALA. The Central Alberta Rural Manufacturers Association (CARMA) is hosting our Spring Gala on Wednesday, March 13th at the Sheraton Hotel in Red Deer.

This Event is a Celebration of Manufacturing in Central Alberta and promises to be a highly entertaining and enjoyable evening.

The event is open to all Central Alberta Manufacturers, Supply Chain Companies and Supporting Agencies.

For event details go to www.carmagroup.ca, phone CARMA at 403.347.2276 or E-mail: scott@carmagroup.ca This event is being sponsored by the Central Alberta Manufacturers Cluster Project, which is a partnership between the Central Alberta Rural Manufacturers Association (CARMA) and Community Futures.

The Central Alberta Manufacturers Cluster Project is funded by the Community Futures Rural Diversification Initiative.

Community Futures is supported by Western Economic Diversification, Canada.

The project is also part funded by Rural Alberta’s Development Fund, whose funding is provided by the Government of Alberta

Oilfield

800

BOW RIVER Gas Co-op seeking a Journeyman GasFitter. Permanent full-time. $27. - $32./hour, full benefits, Natural Gas Distribution experience an asset. Apply to Richard Thorne: rick.t@bowrivergas.ca 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.

LOOKING FOR

Oilfield Maintenance Labourer /Swamper Must have safety tickets.

No experience necessary.

Will train. Fax resume to 403-746-5131 or email smittysoilfield@gmail.com Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season.

Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers.

Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers.

Email: resumes @newcartcontracting.com.

Fax 1-403-729-2396.

Email all safety and trade tickets NOW HIRING! Journeyperson, 30 Millwrights, 50 Pipefitters, 20 Welders, with industrial experience for a large project in Vanscoy, SK. Wages $34 - $40/hour, plus retention & completion bonuses, 14/7 shift rotation, paid benefits, RRSP’s. Travel & living out allowance (for eligible candidates). Successful candidates must complete a pre-access A&D test & CSTS 09 training.

Apply with current resume and references to: jobs@monad.ca or www.monad.ca or fax 1-888-398-0725 or in person at 9744 - 45 Ave., Edmonton, AB, T6E 5C5.

Caregivers/ Aides

710

Catholic Social Services is offering the opportunity for an individual or a couple to provide full time care and support in their own home for an adult with a developmental disability.

Your are provided with - Remuneration for the care you provide.

- Orientation, Training and continuing education.

- Support and guidance from professionals.

- 24 hour crisis support.

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a part of the Support Home Program please contact Dana or Helen at 403-352-5535.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Sunrise Village Ponoka is a supportive living facility for seniors.

We are currently seeking

RESIDENT AIDES

to assist in giving our residents a secure and caring home through providing high quality personal care and assistance with daily living. If you are a certified Health Care Aide and would like

PRODUCTION TESTING PERSONNEL REQ’D RETIREMENT & SAVINGS PLAN BENEFITS COMPETITIVE WAGES

Immediate Positions Available Experienced Day Supervisors Night Supervisors Must be able to provide truck Please send resume to 403-340-0886 or email: pnieman@ cathedralenergyservices.com website: www. cathedralenergyservices. com Your application will be kept strictly confidential.

TANKMASTER RENTALS requires CLASS 1 BED TRUCK Operators for Central Alberta. Competitive wages and benefits. m.morton@tankmaster.ca or fax 403-340-8818

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

RAMADA INN & SUITES req’s.

ROOM ATTENDANTS. Exp. preferred. Also BREAKFAST ROOM ATTENDANTS, early morning shifts, flexibility req’d. Only serious inquiries apply.

Rate $13.50/hr.

Drop off resume at: 6853 - 66 St. Red Deer or fax 403-342-4433

SMART shoppers read the Classifieds. 1-877-223-3311.

To become part of our team please submit your resume/application to: Cindy Osmond, Administrator Sunrise Village 4004 – 40 Street Close , Ponoka, Alberta Email: cosmond@sunrisevillages.com www.sunrisevillages.com Thank you to all those applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Clerical

720 Town of Ponoka Employment Opportunity

FULL TIME ACCOUNTING CLERK The Town of Ponoka invites applications for a full time accounting clerk. The position will be responsible for accounts payable, front counter, cash receipts, dog licensing and other duties. An extensive background in one or several of the following areas is required: general accounting, accounts receivable, payables, cash, taxes, utilities, payroll and dealing with the public. Experience with financial software such as Diamond and Microsoft Office is an asset.

Our ideal candidate will have qualifications/experience that includes: • the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a public office environment • excellent public relations, communication and computer skills • two years of accounting or business administration training at a postsecondary education institution and/or equivalent related experience • training in computer operations is required The Town offers a competitive salary along with an attractive benefits package.

The competition closes on March 15th, 2013 Please forward a resume including salary and references, in confidence to: Director of Corporate Services 5102 – 48 Avenue Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1P7 Phone: 403-783-4431 Fax: 403-783-6745 Email: hr@ponoka.org We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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850

Trades

3RD/4TH YEAR, Journeyman Automotive Technician required.

Competitive wages.

Full benefits. Incentive programs, pension plan.

Wolverine Ford, High Level, Alberta.

Fax 780-926-4204 or email dave@wolverineford.com Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!

AGGRESSIVE BUSINESS NEEDS: Production Assistant to successful business owner, some travel required. Class 1 Driver; Semi retired Mechanic; gravel Crusher Operators, possible experience Foreman.

Competitive wages.

Work area: East Central Alberta. Email: fitzcons@telus.net Fax 780-842-5556

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Trades

850

AGRICULTURAL MECHANIC WANTED: Central Alberta equipment dealership. Heavy Duty ticket accepted but not required. Excellent benefits and wage to the right candidate. A great place to work and a friendly environment.

Call 403-302-7710 or fax resume to 403-347-3740.

BAKOS NDT is hiring qualified CGSB Technicians in Whitecourt, Edmonton and Grande Prairie. Benefit package, signing bonus and profit sharing available. Email: admin@bakosndt.com or call 1-888-763-5575 FAST TRACK to Parts and Materials Technician. New 34 week program at GPRC Fairview Campus. Fall, 2013. Write 1st and 2nd year apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

850

Trades

GO TO YOUR next job interview with 2nd Year Heavy Duty Mechanic skills. GPRC, Fairview campus - Heavy Equipment Certificate program. Hands-on training, safety courses, opportunity to write 1st and 2nd HET apprenticeship exams. Gain 600 hours credit. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION

Trades

850

Trades

850

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates.

Job board! Funding options.

Sign up online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

PARTS PERSON REQUIRED FOR NORTHERN ALBERTA DEALERSHIP. Ford experience an asset.

Valid drivers licence required. Full benefits package. Fax resume to 780-926-4204 or email: ron@wolverineford.com

SMART shoppers read the Classifieds. 1-877-223-3311.

JOB HUNTING? Read the Classifieds. 1-877-223-3311.

Trades

850

requires

F/T Safety Officer

to help implement & maintain safety programs.

Fax resume to: 403-343-1248 or email admin@shunda.ca

HOW can you make your phone ring & make some quick cash? Place your ad here. . .

DANDY PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES • PARTS PERSON (Experience Preferred)

• SHEET METAL FABRICATOR • PANEL SHOP ELECTRICIAN

Full Benefit Package & Production Bonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern Working Environment.

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.

Oilfield

800

Oilfield

800

Oilfield

800

Health and Safety Advisor

Required for busy Oilfield Service Company

This is a full time position located at our Millet, Alberta office, however this largely a field-based role. This position is responsible for providing front-line safety support to our operators throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan

Accountabilities include: • Responsible for training and implementation of procedures, ensuring compliance with legislative and company policies/procedures.

• Provide consultations in risk/hazard assessment, job planning and accident/incident investigations • Participate in the development of health and safety performance measures, interpret results and coach staff on how to improve performance • Create effective two-way communication between Operations, Business Partners and Field Supervisors, to promote Health and Safety best practices • Conduct incident investigations, report on findings, follow-up as required, submitting recommendations to address causes

Qualifications: • • • • • •

Strong understanding of HS&E regulatory requirements Knowledge of oilfield industry Must have all relevant Health & Safety Courses/ mandatory industry certifications Proven leadership skills Willing to travel Good computer skills

We provide: • Competitive salary • Health/Dental Benefits • Phone

• Incentive Program • Vehicle • Lap Top

Please apply to: jbshop@jbwater.com or on our website: www.jbwater.com

850

PUT POWER INTO your career! As a Fairview Power Engineer.

On-campus boiler lab.

4th Class-Part A 3rd Class.

Affordable residences.

GPRC Fairview Campus.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

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

READ THE CLASSIFIEDS & find just what you’re looking for. 1-877-223-3311

VETERINARY SERVICES

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic Dr. Murray Jacobson Dr. Clayton West Dr. Ashley Shannon

Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4:30 pm

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

T4J 1M1

CUSTOM TUB GRINDING • Different screens for bedding & feed • 600 HP truck driven for fast grinding • Minimum Charge 2 HRS @ $220/HR

Electrical Enclosure & Power Division

720

PONOKA OFFICE ASSISTANT

Trades

Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd.

Tornado Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial Painters, Electrical Technicians; Welders (Journeyman or Apprentice); and Labourers. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward resume to hr@ petrofield.com or Fax 403 742-5544

Fax: 780-352-2249

Email: acdandy@acdandy.com

Trades

850

Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for the following position:

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

Calnash Trucking in Ponoka requires a journeyman 3rd or 4th year apprentice heavy duty mechanic. Must be self-motivated with good written and communication skills.

Competitive wages and benefits.

Please submit resume by: Fax: 403-783-3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com

Truckers/ Drivers

860 Viterra - Ponoka is looking for a

TEMPORARY SEASONAL OPERATIONS WORKER - TRUCK DRIVER for our facility.

Main responsibilities will include transport and delivery of products to our farm customers. Regular and ongoing direct contact with customers in the deliveryt of high quality service is vital to this role.

Candidates must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Agricultural experience and a Class 3 driver’s license would be considered assets.

To apply, please submit your resume via e-mail

robert.loesch@viterra.com or fax to 403-483-5961.

Closing date for applications is March 8, 2013.

CALL LEEN VOGELAAR 403-704-0919

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

Your water well solution for over 30 years • Specializing in water wells with PVC casing • Government grants in effect for farmers • New pumps & pressure system installation • Same day service - on most pump & pressure system repairs

Call Cliff today for a free estimate (403) 350-0106 WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

Darcy’s Drilling Services • water wells drilled & serviced • new pump & pressure system installations • all types of pump repairs • well shocking Darcy Schmidt Ph: (403) 783-2220 Fax: (403) 783-8828 Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com

WATER WELL SERVICE

ECKLUND

Water Well Service • Install & Service Pumps • Shock Wells • Pressure Systems Serviced & Installed Home: (403) 783-3712 Cell: (403) 704-3413

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860

Trades

WETASKIWIN READY MIX

Now Hiring

CONCRETE MIXER DRIVERS Minimum Class 3 with air.

Please apply in person with current driver abstract & resume 5410 - 50 Street, Wetaskiwin or email dmarkevich@wetaskiwinrm.com

850

UNITED HOMES CANADA - Southern Alberta’s premier home dealer for 40+ years, need home set up contractors.

Drywall/flooring/trim installation prerequisite.

WCB and bondable; ron @unitedhomescanada.com www. unitedhomescanada.com

Truckers/ Drivers

860

CLASS 1 drivers req’d to pull flat deck, exc. wages, safety bonuses, benefits.

We run the 4 western provinces. Please contact 1-877-787-2501 for more info or fax resume and abstract to 403-784-2330

880

Misc.

Help Are you interested in working in the RAIL industry?

SWITCHING CONDUCTORS/OPERATORS Cando, an employee-owned company supplying specialized rail services across Canada, is currently seeking Switching Conductors/Operators for its railcar switching services in the Edmonton area. Duties include: ǵ performing yard switching in a safe and efficient manner ǵ building trains according SO008140 toO instructions and SO 0 81 00 8140 400requirements ǵ switching and inspection of railcars ǵ minor repair and regular maintenance to company locomotives Other requirements are good team work skills, customer service skills, being physically fit for the job, good reading skills, technology and computer skills that relate to the job and ability to work a rotating shift schedule.

Casual, shift work with 0-44 hours/week. Opportunities to work full time. candoltd.com SUBMIT RESUME Fax: 780-418-2365 Email: jason.smith@candoltd.com

If you are interested in becoming part of the great team at Home Hardware, drop off application at 6410 36 Street or email resume to: hrwetaskiwin@homehardware.ca (Microsoft Products Only)

PONOKA CHRYSLER JEEP Employment Opportunity Would you like a change in career, or a new employer?

Due to an increase in volume we find ourselves in need of a

Exp. driver to haul Canadian Tire trailers in Alberta, B.C. & Sask.

Mountain driving exp. an asset. F/T position, home weekends. Forward a resume & current driver’s abstract to Brian Dick Transport Ltd. Box 8014 Westaskiwin, AB T9A 3S6 Contact Brian Dick 780-361-7924

Misc.

Help

860

EXPERIENCED TRUCK DRIVER required for hauling heavy equipment.

Rates negotiable & benefits available.

Fax resume 780-778-2444 SEMI RETIRED? Want to see the country?

We are looking for 1 ton and 3 ton O/O to transport RVs throughout North America. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.

880

Calnash Trucking Ag Event Centre Requires mature, reliable, self starting individuals for part-time employment for the following positions:

Cooks, front line concession personnel, event set up & parking attendants This is a year round opportunity, with more hours available during the summer; some week-ends are required. Ideal for retired individuals or someone looking to fill some spare time, while earning extra income.

We offer flexibility, a friendly working atmosphere and attractive wages.

E-mail resumes to: manager@paecs.com or drop off a resume between 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Mon- Fri. Calnash Trucking Ag Event Centre 3611 – Hwy #2A, Ponoka, AB

Truckers/ Drivers

We offer: up to date work practices, computer equipment, and exceptional training. We foster a team environment, with monthly bonuses, and above average wage compensation.

Please apply now!

Reply in confidence by email: cpateman@ponokachrysler.com Craig Pateman Service Manager Fax: 403-783-8140

DENTISTRY

RIMBEYDENTALCARE

P/T CLASS 1 Truck Driver req’d to haul feed with B-Train Tanker to our farm in Ponoka. 2--3 days per wk, approx. 8-10 hrs. per day flexible hrs. Must have clean driving record Fax resume (403)783-5239 or email: vandepolfarms@yahoo.ca Phone 403-704-0257

Business Opportunities

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

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

870

BE PART OF GLOBAL HANGOUT AND MAKE PART-TIME INCOME; www.globalhangout.com/ gmnardelli or for more info call Mario 780-444-1810

Misc.

Help

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

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

ESTABLISHED LANDSCAPE COMPANY in central Alberta.

Profitable turnkey operation with equipment & training available. $900,000 revenues, $230,000 cash flow; shop/office/yard available.

Email: landscapeco.4sale @gmail.com

4037835225 • 4037835235 5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5

DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARR DR. JEFF BARR • DR. GREG EDWARDS - General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations “WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

880

EYE CARE Drs. Heimdahl & ZoBell

SWAMPERS

Fax Resume to: 780-387-7496 Or, email to: jbshop@jbwater.com

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society (KFA) has an immediate opening for a person interested in Community Theatre to promote KFA in the community, to develop (event) advertising strategies, fund raising opportunities, and community involvement.

Must be energetic, self-motivated, organized and possess above average communication skills. Basic computer skills with an understanding of website maintenance and social media are requirements.

This is a part time position with flexible hours operating out of the Ponoka United Church Building.

Please submit your resume with references to: blackelk@telusplanet.net or mail to 5823 61 St. Close, Ponoka, AB T4J 1L3

by March 30, 2013.

Please submit resumes to 6526 - 44 Ave Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 or Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com $100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work!

Competitive, energetic, honesty a must; PropertyStarsJobs.com BARRHEAD & DISTRICTS Co-op Home Center is recruiting Assistant Home Center Manager. Apply with resume to the Home Center Barrhead; Attention: Don Graham; hcmanager@telus.net LOOKING FOR SOMEONE FLEXIBLE to do cleaning, lawn and odd jobs at the Sunnyside area of Gull Lake.

Please contact me at cheryl.galavan@century21.ca P/T CARPENTER’S HELPER/ labourer, Ponoka area, training provided wage negotiable dependant on experience 403-391-8385 REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284

Positions Wanted

CUSTOMER SERVICE ADVISOR If you have great people skills, computer skills, and a mechanical aptitude we will teach you the rest.

860

in Ponoka, has immediate opening for

• Maintenance of Well-site Trailers • Knowledge of plumbing and carpentry for minor repairs

hrwetaskiwin@homehardware.ca hrwetaskiwin@homehardware.ca

Home Hardware, a part of Canada for over 40 years and now with over 1,000 stores across Canada. We offer long term secure employment with competitive wages, medical and dental coverage, and a company pension.

CLASS 1 DRIVER

Truckers/ Drivers

Handyman

Lumber Building Materials Product Assistant

This position will be responsible for handling Dealer inquiries about product, sourcing and pricing. Liaison between Home Hardware Dealers and Vendors.

860

Requires:

Our Wetaskiwin Distribution Centre currently has the following opportunity...

• Previous experience working with Building Materials in a retail or wholesale capacity.

• Experience with Word and Excel.

• Advertising and Marketing experience is an asset.

Truckers/ Drivers

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NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 HEATING

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL • Heating • Ventilation • Air Conditioning Systems • Custom Metal Fabrication PHONE: 403-783-7443 FAX: 403-783-7454 5210 - 50th Street Ponoka, AB 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

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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

BOTTLE DEPOT

PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT Open Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm

Closed Sundays & Holidays We Now Recycle Milk Cartons for Deposit

3, 5520 Hwy 2A (Across from Husky)

403-783-6875 CONSTRUCTION

880

Misc.

Help

SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill.

Cut lumber any dimension.

In stock ready to ship.

Free info & DVD; www.NorwoodSawmills.com /400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php SWAN HILLS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB looking for “working” golf course Groundskeeper/ Superintendent.

9 holes, grass greens, staff of 2 - 4.

April to October.

Please send resume or qualifications to: swanhillsgolf@hotmail.com

+ A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!

CALL:

1-877-223-3311 To Place Your Ad Now! Employment Training

SALES & SERVICE

900

YOUR NEW CAREER is as close as your computer.

Online Actively Aging Fitness Practitioner Certificate. Work with older adult fitness programs, coach master athletes.

GPRC Grande Prairie, Alberta. 1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca

Cleaning

1070

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Accounting .......................... 1010 Acupuncture........................1020 Advocate/Mediation ............1025 Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027 Automotive ..........................1029 Bands & DJ s ......................1030 Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040 Bookkeeping .......................1050 Cabinet Makers...................1054 Child Care/Caregivers.........1060 Carpentry............................1062 Car Rentals .........................1064 Cat Work .............................1065 Cleaning .............................1070 Clerical................................1080 Construction .......................1085 Consulting...........................1090 Contractors ......................... 1100 Computer Services ..............1110 Drafting & Design................ 1120 Eavestroughing ................... 1130 Educational ......................... 1140 Electrical ............................. 1150 Entertainment ..................... 1160 Escorts................................ 1165 Farm Equipment ................. 1168 Financial ............................. 1170 Fireplaces ........................... 1175 Flooring............................... 1180 Food/Catering ..................... 1190 Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193 Glass Shops ....................... 1196 Mobile Glass Shops............ 1197 Handyman Services ...........1200 Health Care......................... 1210 Income Tax .........................1220 Insurance ............................ 1130 Landscaping .......................1240 Land Mapping .....................1250 Legal Services ....................1260 Limousine Services ............1270 Massage Therapy ...............1280 Mechanical .........................1285 Misc. Services ....................1290 Moving & Storage ...............1300 Oilfield .................................1305 Painters/Decorators ............ 1310 Personal Services ............... 1315 Pet Services ....................... 1318 Photography .......................1320 Plumbing & Heating ............1330 Printing................................1335 Rental - Equipment .............1340 Rental - Misc .......................1350 Repair Service ....................1360 Roofing ...............................1370 Snow Removal....................1380 Travel ..................................1385 Upholstery ..........................1390 Well Drilling ........................1400 Welding ............................... 1410 Window Cleaning ................1420 Yard Care ............................1430

1170

Financial

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.

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Cleaning

Personal Home Cleaning

NOW

Motorcycles & ATV’s 403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635

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

Darci Mitchell 403-783-2662 Misc.

Services

1290

Misc.

Services

1290

New Appliances Needed?

New, dependable, affordable Inglis & Whirlpool household appliances.

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

1170

DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple.

1-877-486-2161.

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30% or cut debts 70% thru Settlements.

Avoid bankruptcy!

Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500.

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE

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

Berni's Refrigeration and Appliance Service We deliver & install your purchases.

403-783-4880

Misc.

Services

1290

Legal Services

1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

(24 hour record check).

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery?

Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com Gryphon Protection Services,Civil Process and Enforcement Division: Provides time and costeffective document & process service in all areas of Alberta. We’re The New Choice & Standard contact us today! 587.273.2200 or www.gryphonprotection. com IS YOUR CRIMINAL record limiting your future?

Want it gone?

Have it removed today!

Canada’s #1 record removal providers since 1989. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); www.

RemoveYourRecord.com

Misc.

Services

1290

IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial.

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346 NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds.

Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228

Misc.

Services

1290

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

NEW BABY Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service

At Your House?

It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon hostess.

She will bring congratulations and gifts for the family and the NEW BABY!

WHATEVER YOU’RE SELLING...

WE HAVE THE PAPER YOU NEED!

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

GARBAGE COLLECTION

This space could be yours for $

Financial

3912 - 66 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 www.wcmltd.ca

Ph: 403.783.3501 Fax: 403.783.3531 wcmltd@telus.net

GUITAR LESSONS

Guitar Lessons Absolute Beginners to Advanced

Rock Pop Blues Jazz

Call Brian 403 704 5608 Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca

NEWSPAPER ROLL ENDS 50¢ PER POUND

Great For covering Tables, Art Work, Clean Packing Paper, Painting, Playschool, Banners, and Lots More.

VARIETY OF SIZES Personal Services

1315

Unplanned pregnancy may be difficult to face.

We care. For confidential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.)

DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try!

1-877-297-9883.

Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984.

Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies.

1-877-804-5381. (18+).

TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca

CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311

Misc.

Services

1290

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 Over 18 Years Experience SPECIALIZING IN DANGEROUS TREES COMPLETE REMOVAL & CLEANUP

households weekly

For just

$30 per week

• Topping • Dropping • Slashing • Stump Grinding & Tree Disposal • Tree Chipping

this space could be yours!

•• Free Estimates •• Fully Insured ••

403-783-3311

403•396•7623

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Pet Services

1318

CLINKERS KENNELS * Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm; Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.

403-783-6272

www.clinkerskennels.ca

Rental Misc

1350

Need RV or Self Storage?

8’ X 10’ mini storage units available for rent.

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

First Call Towing

783-3636 Septic Service

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Auctions

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940

1530

1 HOME QTR & 18 Parcels of Farmland - Davidson, Saskatchewan.

Sorgaard Ranches Ltd - 2290+/- title acres.

3 bedroom bungalow, 30 X 50 ft. garage, selling at the Saskatoon Auction March 19/13.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers: 1-800-491-4494; rbauction.com 7TH ANNUAL COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION & SPEED SHOW, March 15 - 17/13, Red Deer Westerner Park.

Featuring Big Schwag & indoor car show!

Exhibitor space available.

Consign your car; estate today.

1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A ANTIQUE SALE 1 SUN. OF THE MONTH AT 1 P.M. 403-782-5693 Check website for full listing www.bigstrapperauctions.net

BY AUCTION: 14 quarters of grazing lease land West of Edmonton. March 14/13.

Stewart Auctions, Vermilion, Alberta.

For more info, call 1-800-269-8580; stewartauctions.com Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

HOW can you make your phone ring and make some MEIER GUN AUCTION. quick cash?

Saturday, March 9, 11 a.m., Place your ad here . . .

6016 - 72A Ave., Phone 1-877-223-3311 Edmonton.

1410

Over 150 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, miscellaneous.

Call to consign 780-440-1860

Welding

1410

One’s Family Collection Auction

Sunday March 10- 10 a.m.

Bowden Lions Hall, Bowden AB

• B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING • SHOP/PORTABLE • CNC PLASMA CUTTING • ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING

MAIN: (403) 783-7591 FAX: (403) 783-8178 Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

Toys: John Deere tractors, Tonka’s, Die cast cars, Art, Prints, Long box phones, Glassware, Pump engines, Cream separators, Pot belly stoves, Lanterns, Oil lamps, Furniture, Gramophone, Lots of Collectibles & Antiques.. Just too much to mention.

Sale is subject to additions and deletions. Check the web for full listing and pictures.

Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca WILD ROSE ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE AUCTION SALE. Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 9 a.m., Woodbend Community Hall 26002 TWP RD 514, Spruce Grove, Alberta.

Well Drilling

1400

RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide) Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

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View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

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BIG BUILDING SALE. “This is a clearance sale you don’t want to miss!�

20x20 $3,985, 25x24 $4,595, 30x36 $6,859, 35x48 $11,200, 40x52 $13,100, 47x76 $18,265.

One end wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices!

36� Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft.

40 Year Warranty.

ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254 STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Firewood

st

Septic System Design & Installation & Skid Steer Services AOWMA Certified Call Miller Services Ltd. at 403-588-7971 or albertanhb@live.com

Welding

Building Supplies

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

1700

90% OFF!!! 6 Week Weight Loss Challenge 2 options to choose from!

Register online www.losebig.net/rdultrafit Call 403-506-9139 Coupon: rdwlc-cr-13 Expiry: 06/13

Music Lessons

1780

HOW TO PLAY POPULAR PIANO. New home study course.

Fast, easy method.

Guaranteed. Any age.

No experience required.

For Free lesson and infopack call 1-800-667-0050 ext. 100 Tired of Standing?

Find something to sit on in Classifieds

Pets & Supplies

1810

LEARN TO TREAT and Care for Large and Small Animals. Animal Health Technology GPRC Fairview Campus.

On campus residences and farm. Fairview, Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

Dogs

1840

PURE BRED GERMAN SHEPHERD 11 month old female.

She’s a smart dog & loves other dogs. Asking $500 obo.

Call or text 403-704-9713.

SMALL friendly dogs to give away. Cockapoo mix, 1-5 yrs old. 780-216-1840 or 780-907-5933

Wanted To Buy

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210

Livestock

2100

1660 32 ForBULLS Sale

LOGS

Health & Beauty

Grain, Feed Hay

1930

TAMARACK

Lil Mule Logging Inc. is now buying standing Tamarack. Minimum 10 acres. 403-318-4346

Black Angus Registered Yearlings

2190

FOR SALE: Alfalfas, Clovers, Grasses plus Hay, Pasture, Reclamation and Lawn Mixtures. Early order discounts - Book now!

No charge custom blending.

Call 1-800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds.com HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed.

Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup�

Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252 ROUND hay bales, $20 $40. We deliver. Self unloading. No Sunday calls Please. 403-843-6380

Seed Grain

2200

CERTIFIED seed for sale: Busby barley, Sundre barley, Ponoka barley, Jordan oats, Guaranteed, fully tested. Greg Jones, Magic Seed Farm 403-704-6277 or 403-783-6495

PLUMBING SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs�

Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345

PLUMBING

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

This space could be yours for $

Ph Jim

(780)

387-6050 or Bert

(780)

352-5064

FOR SALE Quality yearling Shorthorn bulls Red & Roan Quiet halter broke.

Majestic Shorthorns Jennifer Orom 403-704-6121 BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN, ERSKINE, AB. 40, two year old virgin bulls for sale at the farm.

Fully guaranteed.

Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825, Terry 403-740-5037 Ricky 403-740-5711. email bardale@xplornet.com MEL’S MAINES & JANELL SHORTHORNS - Purebred red, red/white, and black maine and shorthorn yearling bulls available. - Mel Barkley 403-740-4958 PROSPECT HILL SHORTHORN BULLS 2 yr. olds & Yearlings.

Reds, Roans & White prospecthillshorthorns.ca 780-877-2444 RITCHIE BROS Unreserved Auction.

Oyen, Alberta, March 23 at Noon. Red & Black Angus 230 mature cows, 25 replacement heifers, 12 mature bulls.

Bobby Miller: 403-358-1393 or rbauction.com SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963

Poultry

2130

ORDER NOW For Pick Up on April 18-20. 19 weeks old Isa Brown laying hens.

Linden, AB 403-546-3130

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For Rent #3000 - #3200

Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

LittleJONS’ Hand Wash Stations Handicap Units Trailer Units New Solar Powered Units with Running Water

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

Bi-level House with detached garage; 2 bedrooms & bath on main oor and 2 bedrooms and full bath in basement; 5 appliances and blinds. No pets please.

References required. $1100/month plus $1100 deposit.

Ph: 403-783-4563

2 bdrm house with single garage N/S, N/P $750/mnth plus DD Available April 1 403-588-0597

Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm

5110 -50 Street Box 4414 Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1R7

Book On-Line Serving Central Today!

Alberta

403.783.8322

www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

$

30

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311

Advertise your business here for just $30 per week.

Reaching 6000 households per week

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

3 BDRM. country home, 5 kms. E. of Ponoka, avail.

Apr. 1, n/s, outdoor pets only, large lot, $1400/mo, $1400 d.d. 403-783-6889 3 BDRM. Duplex, 4 appls., rent $850 + utils. avail.

Mar. 15, 403-783-3860 PONOKA 5 BDRM. DUPLEX, fully developed, 2 bath, 403-704-1221

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

PONOKA 3 bedroom main floor in 4plex. Good location 403-704-1221.

Suites

3060

2 bdrm bsmt suite $800/mth plus D.D. All utilities included N/S, N/P Available Immediately

403-704-1692 * RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street.

403-357-0287

Houses/ Duplexes

PONOKA NEWS Page 31

3060

Suites

TRIPLEX SUITES FOR RENT North end of Ponoka.

All utilities included except cable and phone. Free wireless internet and laundry. N/S, N/P. • Main floor (3 bdrms) $1150 per month.

Available immediately.

• Self contained basement suite (1 bdrm) $525 per month.

Available April 1.

Ph 403-783-3796

** FOR RENT ** WOODRIDGE 2 bdrm. apartments $725/mo.

Includes heat & water.

No pets. non smokers Avail. immed.

Contact Sandra Lyon at First Choice Realty (Ponoka) Ltd. 403-783-8881

+ A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!

CALL:

1-877-223-3311

3020

GREIG HOLDINGS INC. PROPERTIES FOR RENT COMMERCIAL 3000 sq ft commercial building downtown. Good retail/office space on Chipman Ave. For sale or lease.

RESIDENTIAL

Houses For Sale

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190

Whatever You’re Selling...

We Have The Paper You Need!

CLASSIFIEDS 1-877-223-3311 Condos/ Townhouses

4020

4090

Manufactured Homes

3 BDRM. house for sale at CROSS COUNTRY HOMES. the end of a quiet close.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

AMENDING LAND USE BYLAW NO. 013-97 Ponoka Town Council has received a request to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 013-97 as follows: To reclassify Lots 2, 3, 5, & 6, Block 5, Plan VIIA from Direct Control (DC) District to High Density Residential (R4) District.

2 bdrm suite above Commercial Bldg c/w fridge, stove, heat and water. $650.00/mo.

Available March 15.

2 bdrm suite in Lancaster c/w fridge, stove, heat and water. $700/mo.

Available April 1.

• All residences are no smoking and no pets damage/security deposit same as rent unless stated otherwise.

Applications and references required for all properties. Working people preferred.

Contact Ernie Anderson at Greig Holdings Inc. @ 403-783-8580 Bay 6, 5012 50 Street, Ponoka, Alberta Houses For Sale

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Outlined area to be reclassified from Direct Control (DC) District to High Density(R4) District.

Anyone being affected or claiming to be affected by this Bylaw may be heard by Council at the Public Hearing scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013 in the Town Hall Council Chambers, 510248 Ave., Ponoka, Alberta. Information regarding these proposed changes can be picked up at the Town Office during regular business hours.

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Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Showtime at PCHS

The perfect host: Sam Hubert is the host of the evening introducing each scene during a PCHS dress rehearsal March 4 for their show Broadway Cabaret.

Taking a stab: County Paris (Clinton Rodney) tries to attack Romeo (Sam Quinn) after finding out Juliet is dead in a scene from Shakespeare’s play.

Duets in action: Tyler Lewis sings a duet with Miranda Johnson from a play called Taylor the Latte Boy. Broadway Cabaret shows March 8, 9 and March 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. at the United Church .Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Moody scene: Eponine (Emily Jacobs) weeps in the rain realizing she will never get the love of her life. Taken from a scene from Les Miserables. Students perform scenes from Cats, A Chorus Line, Cabaret and Rocky Horror Picture Show throughout the Broadway Cabaret.