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Alberta joins provinces in debt, again

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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The provincial government presented its 2013 budget last week to mixed reception. After warnings from Premier Alison Redford there would be a $6 billion shortfall in oil revenues people braced themselves for the worst.

Despite the deficit, the government has $15 billion planned for infrastructure projects over the next three years, including with $5.2 billion this year. The purpose is to prepare for population growth over the next 17 years, said Minister of Finance Doug Horner during the presentation of the budget in the Alberta Legislature March 7. “This tremendous growth will have a significant impact on our province, on our public infrastructure, and on the way we as a government work to meet the needs of this much larger population.”

The Alberta government is borrowing $4.3 billion to help pay for the operational deficit of $451 million and to pay for capital projects amounting to $5.2 billion.

“That is one messy document,” said Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox. “If I ever released something like that to the shareholders of the company I used to work for I would have been fired.”

One of the ways the budget has been presented to taxpayers is with separate capital, operating and savings budgets. This separation makes it difficult to determine where cuts and revenue streams are in the ministries, added Fox. “They’re not being clear and transparent with us.”

Some of the line items in the budget are unclear as to where funds are actually going and Fox feels taxpayers have a right to know where money is spent.

“We have to remember these are Albertans’ tax dollars not the government’s money to do with as they wish,” he stated.

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Crunching budget numbers Continued from page 1 MLA Rod Fox is now vice-chairman on the standing committee for Alberta’s Economic Future. “I’m very excited to be sitting on this committee.”

Understanding the budget There is no operating expense increase forecast for 2012-13 and the province intends to cut spending on government salaries.

“Our government has shown leadership on this issue. Last month, we introduced a three-year wage freeze for all government managers,” Horner said during his speech. “We’re also planning to reduce the size of management by 10 per cent over the same three years, that’s almost 500 positions.”

It takes some time to understand this budget as there

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is an entire website dedicated to the budget. Each government department has its own business plan with an operational and capital budget.

For example Alberta Health Services (AHS), which is just under half of the $38 billion operating budget, received an increase of three per cent — almost $500 million — which amounts to $17.1 billion.

“This is lower than the 4.5-per-cent increase the health sector was expecting, but we believe AHS can provide better outcomes for better value by using its resources more effectively. AHS is also receiving $393 million for operating costs of new health facilities,” said Horner.

AHS board chair Stephen Lockwood and president and CEO Dr. Chris Eagle responded in a press release by saying they are looking at how to increase efficiency; $170 million in savings has been identified for this fiscal year. “We will identify additional savings for our 2013-14 budget.”

How this budget affects Ponoka The Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) has not changed for municipalities however with $846 million set aside — in the Municipal Affairs capital budget — for towns and counties to fund large projects such as recreation, roads, sidewalks and water.

Some municipal funding will be based on collaboration. “We will be shifting money into grants that encourage municipal collaboration,” said Horner.

Funds for the Regional Collaboration Program (RCP) have increased Doug Horner, president of the treasury board and minister of finance, to $28 million from $9 presents the 2013-2014 Alberta budget March 8 at the Legislature.

Photo courtesy of the Government of Alberta million last year but the Subway Fresh Alberta Emergency Management Agency saw a drop to $45.5 million in 2012-13 ing the summer and Ponoka budgeted $6,800 in STEP Try Our funds to hire these students. funding from $109 million last year.

“We have to find that for our budget or else we don’t Mayor Larry Henkelman is unsure how the changes will unfold but feels positive about the continuation of hire students, which is bad because it’s always good to the MSI funding. “All municipalities should be happy hire students in a town,” he added.

He believes students will still be hired but councilthey (Alberta government) maintained it.” lors must decide where to find the funds to pay for their Some of the shift of funds goes to the RCP and he believes it is a benefit for municipalities such as Ponoka services.

The pension boards are also reviewing four public County and the Town of Ponoka who work with each sector plans: the Local Authorities Pension Plan, the other.

“I think that’s a good thing…But until you see what Public Service Pension Plan, the Management Employees Pension Plan and the Special Forces Pension Plan. they’re going to do, we don’t know,” he added.

This review may affect Ponoka as some town employAnother area affecting Ponoka is the decision to ees are under the Local Authorities Pension Plan. suspend the Summer Temporary Employment Program The Government of Alberta changes its reporting (STEP). Summer students are hired to maintain the Because the government has changed how financial parks and recreational areas and other public works dur- statements are presented, taxpayers, opposition party

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and interest groups have had to learn the new system.

One thing they agree on is the government is taking $2 billion from the Sustainability Fund (now the Contingency Account) and this is the sixth consecutive deficit budget.

The Wildrose party says there is going to be a cash shortfall of $5.5 billion. Wildrose leader Danielle Smith calls it a “debt budget.” The official opposition released a financial recovery plan stating areas the Progressive Conservative government could save money. The document also states the current government has a “spending problem.” It shows record revenues for the province last year but spending has increased.

The 24-page document calls the Carbon Capture Storage grant program “an indefensible example of corporate welfare.” Stating that $2 billion has been spent in grant programs to corporations.

Saving for the future A new Fiscal Management Act requires the government set aside money in good times or bad, said Horner in his speech. “Our forecast total revenue in 2013-14 is $38.6 billion, that’s a reduction from our original forecast of $44 billion. Before we do anything else with it, we are putting $297 million into the Heritage Savings Trust Fund, our long-term savings account.”

The act also sets borrowing limits.

The Contingency Account is meant to act as a fiscal shock absorber to help during an operational deficit.

Once the account reaches $5 billion for the first time, funds will be transferred to the heritage savings account.

Horner concluded by saying the Alberta government is adjusting to current realities and there are decisions that will not be popular with Albertans but the goal is to deliver the best outcomes. He has set a plan to have $44 billion in net assets by 2016. The Wildrose party says there will be a debt of $16.9 billion by the next election.

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Provincial education budget gives to boards and takes

By Amelia Naismith Wolf Creek Public Schools took some blows with cuts in the provincial budget, but some areas, where they expected more cuts, where left untouched.

“I do believe it’s as balanced as it could be,” said superintendant Larry Jacobs. “Three very powerful areas for us were maintained.”

The class size allocation budget was left untouched at just over $3 million, as was the transition budget at $1.07 million. Jacobs also said there was a two-per-cent increase to the class allocation budget.

The Inclusive Education Initiative, something education mister Jeff Johnson helped carry, was also left untouched. “They’ve recognized we can’t do business the way we do without that money,” said Wolf Creek board chairperson Trudy Bratland.

The entire division will receive approximately $5 million for the initiative.

However, the important Alberta Initiative for School Improvement (AISI) fund was wiped out. “They cut and they cut it immediately (April 1),” said Jacobs.

Wolf Creek was set to receive $497,000 in AISI funds and now they’ll be digging to find $220,000 to cover the remainder of the school year.

The fuel subsidy budget was also cut. “They took away what protected us from the variation in fuel prices,” he said. The fuel contingency grant is a loss of

County hardly feels budgets’ effects

By Amelia Naismith

$300,000 for transportation services.

Bratland says these two areas were the biggest hits the division took.

“We’re still trying to figure out the implications to the school board,” she said, referring to the provincial budget.

“That (AISI funding) has driven what we call our vision in Wolf Creek schools,” she added.

The AISI money was used by the division to fund substitute teachers when teachers took time away from school to work on the vision of excellence in learning and teaching practices — professional development.

Cuts were also made to maintenance and operations.

On March 19 trustees will begin determining how to manage the changes in their budget and prioritize what’s “critically important.”

“We won’t know what the impact is until we go ahead with local collective bargaining with the school board,” said Jacobs.

He feels working to stretch the new budget to cover what’s important could be a challenge because “the budget is not set up to be flexible.”

While Jacobs hopes the cuts won’t lead to layoffs he can’t guarantee it won’t happen. It will depend on the outcomes of local collective bargaining.

“There could be some adjustments in the numbers of FTEs (full time equivalent) and support staff. We’re hoping that we’ll be able to keep all our teachers and support staff.”

Bratland says Wolf Creek’s total revenue loss from the cuts is $1.4 million. “Overall we were expecting worse,” she said.

However, Alberta Teacher’s Association president Carol Henderson isn’t as complacent with the new budget.

“I think it’s a disaster for Alberta students . . . I don’t say that lightly.”

‘The government did not keep its promise on sustainable predictable funding,” she added.

Henderson says Alberta can expect 1,100 new students next year, some coming from non-English or warring countries, and there’s no new money for more teachers.

She feels with funds already lacking for special needs and English language students, the budget is unacceptable.

“The supports are extremely inadequate,” said Henderson.

Several years ago classrooms were given target sizes to meet and Henderson says when boards where putting money toward that goal class sizes went down.

Kindergarten to Grade 3 target limit was 17 stu-

The morning after the Alberta Government released the budget, Ponoka County CAO Charlie Cutforth still hadn’t been able to gain access to specific information telling him how the budget would affect the county.

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dents; grades four to nine was 24 students and high school was 28 students.

“In the last two years, if you talk to teachers or parents, the class size initiative is all but gone,” said Henderson.

AISI funding was also used for early literacy programs, day cares for at-risk students and special needs support.

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She added without the extra support school boards are going to struggle to maintain their programs; she isn’t hopeful.

Across Alberta, school boards are going to be collectively short $297 million.

“It looks bleak. I hope they look at the revenue side of their budget and reconsider.”

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

CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE Pastor Jerry Preheim 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. • churchoftheopenbible@telus.net

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

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

NEW COVENANT BAPTIST REFORMED CHURCH Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St. Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Everyone Welcome! www.baptistreformedponoka.org

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

Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org

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

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PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

Martyrs attract negative stigmatism As I write this, we have entered the season of Lent in the Christian year. Many Churches use the Lenten pilgrimage, others do not.

Lent has traditionally been seen as a time of penitence, confession, forgiveness and renewal as the believer James Strachan contemplates the sufThe United Church ferings and death of of Canada Jesus. not a member of An alternative way The Ponoka of approaching Lent Ministerial Association is to understand it as a time to contemplate and embrace the truth that faith is most clearly demonstrated and lived by the sacrificing of one’s life. The formal name for this dramatic demonstration of faith is “martyr,” which comes form the Greek word martys, meaning “a witness.”

A martyr is a person who witnesses to his/her faith in a dramatic and visible manner. In the early years of Christianity, martyr was associated with those who were killed for their faith, when Christianity was an illegal religion in the Roman Empire.

In our day, people use “martyr’ often in a negative sense, referring to someone who is melodramatic about their troubles: “Oh, he’s just being a martyr about it…”

I think it’s possible to reclaim the word martyr and the idea of sacrificing one’s life in a positive way for our time. The sacrifice of life can be accomplished in many ways that do not involve death. A woman who steps away from a career for a decade or two to raise children

has “sacrificed her life” to that enterprise. At the end of the time, her body shows the effects of motherhood, her career has been set back, and her energy depleted by the labor of motherhood, from start to finish.

One of my favorite charities is “Medecins sans Frontieres” — Doctors Without Borders. These are (mostly) young physicians who undertake to practice medicine in war zones, amongst starving refugees, or in areas of chronic poverty. They live in tents, practice in makeshift clinics, and are paid minimally and infrequently. They literally “give” their lives and their skill in situations where no one else will go. They are “martyrs” — witnesses to their faith.

“Wait a minute,” some will say, “they can’t be called Christian martyrs. They don’t necessarily do this for Jesus!” I would respectfully challenge that assumption. Wasn’t it Jesus himself who said, “If you have done it to even the least my brothers (and sisters), you have done it to me”? I don’t think he said anything about being baptized and confirmed, or even being a Christian believer.

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5113 - 52 Ave., Ponoka, T4J 1H6 403-783-4048

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the detriment of their own careers are, according to Jesus, “doing it to me.”

So think abut your own life for a moment. Are there ways in which you “sacrifice your life” for other people, or another cause? Anytime a human being labors for something other than their own gain or wellbeing, they may well be sacrificing their life in a way that honors Christ.

And ponder your own future, the next steps in your life journey. Is there some way there, some call upon you, in which you may choose to sacrifice your life? It could be anything from rearing children to rescuing abused animals, from supporting a group of refugee children to working to change laws that oppress those at the bottom of the human pile. People who do these things, and many other enterprises, may properly be called “martyrs,” because a significant chunk of their lives is “spent” – given – sacrificed for others (and Jesus would say, “for me.”)

This Lent, reflect on your life as it has been, and as you’d like it to be in future. Choose your ‘witness,’ make your sacrifice, become a martyr.

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The Walk of the Cross starts with prayers in front of Ponoka United Church March 29 at 12:30 p.m.

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By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye One of the ways Christians can remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ at Easter is through a physical act.

For the last 17 years Dan Helm has organized a Walk of the Cross to symbolically retrace the last steps of Christ with physical and spiritual reminders. A large wooden cross, heavy enough that more than one person must carry it, is used throughout the walk.

A personal issue at the time was used as a motivator for Helm. “For me I was dealing with a personal crisis. What I wanted was to do something spiritual and physical.”

Often spirituality is regarded as a gentle act for people but life is not gentle, he added. “To do worship in that context is an appropriate thing to do, especially in that context.”

Starting with prayers in front of the United Church March 29 at 12:30 p.m., the walk proceeds through the downtown area of Ponoka and ends at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church. Participants will stop at different points along the route to say prayers and take the opportunity to carry the cross.

Helm sees this as a way to bring all Christians together, he feels prayer, scripture, music and fellowship is something they all do and walking the across is an inclusive eperience.

“There’s a deep kind of blessing that comes with carrying the cross,” explained Helm. “Personally it’s to remember — we don’t really celebrate Good Friday — and we commemorate Jesus’ death.”

There are 14 stops along the way with the same format: an announcement, scripture reading, a moment of contemplation, a prayer and then a song. Participants are of all ages with 60 to 100 people who attend. Helm advises people to dress appropriately for the weather.

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Reflections of Ponoka Remembering the tales and characters of our colorful past

By Mike Rainone for the News When I visit the Fort Ostell Museum each week, I love to browse through the rooms full of the treasures of our proud and colorful past, as well as flip through the tattered old pictures and pages of history books and newspapers that vividly introduce us to the great stories and characters, as well as the countless challenges, hardships, and successes that were the humble beginnings of our heritage. It is always a real treat to be able to pass on some of these delightful gems of our past to our readers each week in the Reflections/Remember When? feature page in your Ponoka News.

William (Billy) Basilek Young Billy grew up in the north end of Ponoka through the 1930s and 40s, living with his mother and grandparents. His grandfather was a machinist. As a youngster going to school Billy learned to make just about anything with his hands, and always had a great sense of adventure — quite often on the mischievous side.

In his early teens Billy became a total radio nut and somehow managed to create his own shortwave radio and transmitter unit out of discarded parts that he found around town. There were two exciting versions of an airplane episode that the ingenious young Basilek became involved in during the early part of the Second World War, probably around 1941. While transmitting out of his backyard from his homemade transmitter, Billy actually talked down an American military aircraft into a forced landing in Walter Larsen’s pasture land just north of town, while the other version claimed that the downed plane was a Harvard trainer from the Penhold Airbase.

Fortunately, Billy was only a juvenile when this incident occurred, or he may have been charged with hindering the war effort. Instead, the authorities confiscated all his radio and transmitter equipment and despite a severe reprimand from the home front, Billy continued his fun-spree of electronic inventions and gadgets. When he was old enough, Basilek joined the Canadian Merchant Navy as a radio technician (of course), and eventu-

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Billy Basilek was raised in Ponoka in the 1930s and 40s, and as a young lad would amaze the community with his adventurous spirit and skills with electronics.

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Many of us who grew up here in the late 1940s and 50s will vividly remember the roar of those noisy yellow Harvard airplanes as they flew around central Alberta on training runs out of the Penhold Air Base. Those of us who were members of the Royal Canadian Legion #65 Ponoka Air Cadet squadron actually got to go down to Penhold and get up close and personal with these powerful aircraft and their pilots. More than 17,000 Harvards were put into service between 1934 and into the 1950s, with the last being retired by the African Air force in 1995.

ally became a wireless technician first class. He would survive two of his ships being torpedoed by the enemy, then after the war Billy moved to Vancouver and operated a successful salvage yard for many years.

The Hollycoff family Countless tales have been told about the many colorful Russian families, some related to royalty, who immigrated to Alberta and settled on their homesteads northwest of Ponoka in the early 1900s. The Hollycoffs were an industrious family, with the husband working as an accomplished blacksmith in Ponoka, while his wife, said to be a big and strong woman, took care of most everything else around the farm.

Midwifery was also among her many accomplishments, and she was in attendance when Margaret Slater was born in a little partially floored loghouse belonging to Jack Baar. Mrs. Hollycoff, who also tended to a family of four, was also in demand as a yanker of teeth for those folks who could not stand the aching any longer. The family also made their own charcoal down on the homestead, placing good sound wood in a shallow pit with enough dry material to make the kind of fire they wanted, then throwing soil over the pit to extinguish the flames, but retaining the heat so that the charcoal could be removed in a few days.

This charcoal was excellent for blacksmith fires, and was sold in both Lacombe and Ponoka. The Hollycoffs sold their farm to Hans Baker in 1903, then moved to town and later left the district.

Peter Nash Early Ponoka residents always remembered a smallish and delightful Englishman, who faithfully pushed a wooden cart around town on Sundays, while serving as the street cleaner, and being paid a couple of hundred dollars a year by the town council.

Peter Nash always kept the bustling town clean and tidy and would always be seen on many occasions appearing at ladies’ community tea and bake sales. He always showed up just as each event was closing, and the kindly ladies, feeling sorry for the poor little gentleman, were pleased to give him all their left over sandwiches and cakes to take to this tiny house. The popular Mr. Nash died in December 1962, and a local policeman and representative of an Edmonton trust company went through his neat one room residence in the north end of town for the purposes of taking inventory and locating a last will and testament.

During the process they would find many years of magazines and while checking each and every one of them, discovered they contained one or more stock or share certificates, all registered in Mr. Nash’s name. Then down in the basement hidden in a pile of potatoes were located numerous match boxes, each containing coins and bills wedged inside.

Yes, Peter’s original will was also located in that house, hidden among his pristine cowboy record collection. Everyone in the community was pleased to learn, that contrary to local opinion, the kindly and diminutive Englishman was not a destitute person and Peter Nash had left his $500,000 estate to the University of Alberta, earmarked for medical research.

Watch Reflections for more stories and tributes to our community and districts through the years, and if you have ideas and photos please give me a call at 403-341-5750, or leave a message at the Ponoka News. Thank you for all your kindly assistance and support.

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Opinion When is a deficit not a deficit?

With the release of its 2013-14 budget estimates, the provincial government is requiring Albertans to accept and understand a new financial language.

Buried in the numbing obfuscation of its budget, the Progressive Conservative governGeorge Brown ment pledges to have Off the Record an operational deficit of $451 million, borrow $4.3 billion for infrastructure, and end the year with a cash adjusted deficit of $6.3 billion.

Depending on whose estimates you believe.

The Wildrose says the deficit is projected at $5.5 billion; the Liberals estimate it to be $5.9 billion; the NDP sets the shortfall at $6 billion; but the Canadian Taxpayers Federation is the most generous of all, pegging the deficit at $6.7 billion.

The reason no one can give you a straight answer on the budget deficit or surplus — remember them? — is because the government has made every attempt to cloud its position in financial gobbledygook. You can’t make an apples to apples comparison of the deficits the Stelmach government racked up and the litany of losses now being accumulated by Premier Alison Redford. It’s like apples and rutabagas. Or imperial and metric.

There is no “bottom line.” By applying this new accounting logic, the PCs could rewrite history and convince Albertans Ed Stelmach didn’t post a succession of deficits over his term. Not that they would want to grant him that concession.

The government won’t accept responsibility for the $6-billion mess we’re in so its new tack is to change the way it accounts for its overspending.

A Kobayashi Muru for accountants, if you will; they’ve redefined the accounting process. So to try to convince us it is being responsible, the government has designed a three-budget shell game.

There is an operational budget with an estimated $451-million deficit; a capital budget that borrows $4.3 billion to help fund $5.2 billion in construction projects; and a savings budget created by raiding the Sustainability Fund.

It’s a tough budget: tough on students and teachers, tough on municipalities, tough on social services, and tough on seniors and the unemployed. It will also be a tough budget for the premieress to sell.

The government is making some late attempts to deal with the spending side of its budget but there is still no real evidence of a plan to deal with Alberta’s unsustainable over-reliance on energy revenue. This government plans to borrow $12.7 billion before the next election to help pay for its $17-billion capital plan. That might be an easier sell than continuing to chip away at the operational or soft side where the government pays teachers, doctors and nurses, civil service staff. There is no new money in the budget to accommodate new wage settlements.

Albertans and their government live in a land of make-believe where we want schools and hospitals in every community, streets paved with provincial black gold, and our purchases unencumbered by a sales tax.

Future generations will be grateful if we just found a means to pay our own way.

What will happen to Venezuela after Hugo Chavez’ death?

“The graveyards are full of indispensable men,” said Georges Clemenceau, prime minster of France during the First World War, and promptly died to prove his point. He was duly replaced, and France was just fine without him. Same goes for Hugo Chavez and Venezuela.

“Comandante Presidente” Chavez’s death March 5 came as no surprise. He was clearly coming home to die when he returned from his last bout of surgery in Cuba in December and since then everybody in politics in Venezuela has been pondering their postChavez strategies. But none of them really knows what will happen in the election that will be held by the end of April, let alone what happens afterward.

Venezuela never stopped being a democracy despite 14 years of Chavez’s rule. He was elected president four times, the first three with increasing majorities, but the last time, in 2012, he fell back sharply, only defeating his rival by 54 per cent to 44.

That is not a wide enough margin to guarantee that his appointed successor, Nicolas Maduro, will win the next election. If his United Socialist Party

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of Venezuela (PSUV) were to lose that election, it would not be a tragedy.

Chavez was an unnecessarily polarizing politician and a truly awful administrator but he has actually achieved what he went into politics for.

Twenty years ago Venezuelan politics was a corrupt game fought out between two factions of a narrow elite. Now the task of using the country’s oil wealth to improve the lives of the poor majority is central to all political debate in the country.

In last year’s election, the Venezuelan opposition parties united behind a presidential candidate, Enrique Capriles, whose political platform was basically “Chavismo” without the demagoguery. In previous elections, the opposition had railed against Chavez’s “socialism,” and lost by a wide margin.

Capriles promised to retain most of Chavez’s social welfare policies and lost very narrowly.

Venezuela today has the fairest distribution of wealth in the Americas, with the obvious exception of Canada.

Venezuela’s “Gini co-efficient,” which measures the wealth gap between the rich and the poor, is 0.39, whereas the United States is 0.45 and Brazil, even after 10 years of reforming leftwing governments, is still 0.52. (A lower score means less inequality of income. Canada’s score, for the record, is 0.32.)

For all of Chavez’s ranting about class struggle and his admiration for Cuba’s Fidel Castro, this was not achieved in Venezuela by taking money from the rich and giving it to the poor. It was accomplished by spending the oil revenue differently. He changed the political psychology of the country, and it now has the potential to be a Saudi Arabia with democracy.

That is not a bad thing to be, and the Venezuelan opposition has finally grasped that fact. It remains for Chavez’s own party to understand that it has actually won the war. A spell in opposition might help it to come to terms with its proper role in the new Venezuelan political consensus: no longer an embattled “revolutionary” movement, but the more radical alternative in a more or less egalitarian democracy.

This will be hard for the PSUV to do, because the people around Chavez are still addicted to the rhetoric of “struggle” against the forces of evil that they see on every side. But the journey has begun, and it will probably get there in the end.

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

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Rich lock up their share Dear Editor: Imagine this for a second: There are three super-rich people living in Ponoka. Their collective and individual riches are so large it is impossible to get your head around the enormity of their wealth.

McQuaig and Brooks (I’ll refer to them later) have suggested a way to do this: think of getting a dollar every second. After one minute you have $60 dollars; after 12 days you have a million dollars — something we might never come close to. At the rate of a dollar a second it would take close to 34 years to become a billionaire. The enormity of the wealth of a billionaire is beyond any idea we can conceive of in the real world 99 per cent of us live in.

Now imagine these three people having control of our financial institutions. They’re not interested in investing in anything productive; things we consume or use, grocery products, or appliances, or homes or new technologies or vehicles. Their primary objective is nothing other than creating wealth, creating more money. They do this because being astronomically wealthy (and here astronomical is an appropriate word) is an end in itself. Because they have so much power and only want to make more money without investing, things happen in our community.

Because these three super-rich

people essentially control most financial institutions, there’s really no investment in local industry or local enterprises. No jobs are created, and local businesses that rely on local, regional and provincial customers see a dramatic drop in sales.

This is what was happening to our world before the 1929 stock market crash and again in the 2007 financial collapse. So say Linda McQuaig and Neil Brooks authors of The Trouble with Billionaires from which the above example is used. With their enormous economic power and political influence, the super-rich can determine the success or failure of our economies. When we talk about financial regulation it seems not only good sense but also an ethical responsibility.

It is not about limiting free enterprise but limiting the self-interest of the super rich, whose influence can disrupt stable communities, create job losses and in the 21st century can foster economies with great inequality. All of us benefit from stable economies, where economic and social needs are met without significant disruption.

A stable economy is really for the 99 per cent who often have modest ambitions but who are embedded in communities, where they desire safety, functioning and effective institutions, and an inclusion of all its citizens.

George Jason

Legislative assembly resumes, mixed future for Alberta With the legislature community. back is session as of Another milestone March 5, it will be an that I was pleased to interesting time ahead. attend was the grand I look forward to the opening of the Sunny coming weeks and will 94 radio station in be speaking often and Lacombe. The new loloudly in representing cation will serve both the constituents of LaSunny 94 and the comcombe Ponoka. munity well.

The budget was preThe Leader’s Prayer sented on March 7 and Rod Fox Breakfast in Lacombe there is no doubt there MLA Feb. 21 was an opporwill be cutbacks and tax tunity to share thoughts increases as the PC govand prayers with the ernment scrambles to put together the pieces of the disaster leaders of this community.

In the area of education, I was they have caused by disregarding the warnings of both the Official Opposi- pleased to attend a meeting with the tion and experts across the province Wolf Creek Public School Board, about impending financial disaster. along with Joe Anglin, MLA for RimAs your elected Wildrose MLA, I will bey-RockyMountain House-Sundre to work hard to ensure your voices are discuss educational issues and chalheard. lenges in this area. And, finally this February was a busy month in month, I was able to attend an educathis constituency. It was my pleasure tional tour of the Centennial Centre to attend the grand opening of Royal for Mental Health and Brain Injury in Oaks Manor in Lacombe — another Ponoka. step forward for supplying affordable With the legislature in session, I homes for our Alberta seniors. I also will be in Edmonton for a great deal attending the Alberta Economic Summit held in Calgary. At this meeting, of time, but as your elected Wildrose the idea of a sales tax was strongly MLA, I will be available to meet with touted, and again, I will speak for you constituents by appointment in my office located at #101 4892 46 Street, against this type of tax.

It was a pleasure to attend the Lacombe, AB T4L 2B4. Please feel Town of Blackfalds council meeting free to contact the office to address to present Mike Elder with the Alberta concerns or to make appointments.

Emergency Services Medal in honour You can phone 403 782 7725 or email of his many years of service to the Lacombe.ponoka@assembly.ab.ca

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Public Input Requested The Ponoka RCMP are seeking input from the public on policing priorities for their annual performance plan. A very short survey can be completed online on the Town of Ponoka website: www.ponoka.ca

Earth Hour 2013

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

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. For more information or to express your interest, please contact Sarah Olson, Economic Development Officer with the Town of Ponoka (403) 783-0116 or e-mail Sarah.Olson@ponoka.org.

Waste Transfer Station Hours

Tuesday through Saturday – 10 am to 4 pm There is a minimum tipping fee of $7.50 per visit.

There is no charge for compostable materials (grass clippings, garden waste, leaves, branches) or tires. Call 403-783-8328 for more information.

Did you know...?

Dutch Elm Trees should NOT be pruned past the end of March.

Pruning them later in the spring or summer makes them more susceptible to being infected with Dutch Elm Disease. Symptoms of the disease first appear in June or early July. Leaves wilt, yellow and turn brown in the summer, often on one side of the tree. This is followed by dieback of branches and eventual death of the tree.

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 403-783-3843 for more information. All participants must be 18+.

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.**

Ice Arena Complex Closure The winter operations of the Ice Arena and Curling Rink facilities at the Ponoka Culture & Recreation Complex will shut down for the season on Sunday, March 24. The management and staff would like to thank all ice user groups for your patronage, and we look forward to serving you again next season.

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.

Did you know...?

Building and Development Permits are required when constructing a new residence, garage, garden shed, deck, demolishing an existing development or when making structural changes to your home. Also, the Town Office issues Electrical, Gas & Plumbing permits for work within the Town. Stop by the office or call 403-783-0119 if you are unsure about permit requirements. We would be happy to assist you.

Next Town Council Meetings

March 26, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Visit our website @ www.ponoka.ca for copy of the agenda.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

Lucky stars above you, sunshine on your way; Many friends to love you, joy in work and play; Laughter to outweigh each care, in your heart a song; And gladness waiting everywhere, all your whole life long! ~ Irish Blessing

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Book shows ways superachievers learn the art of wow go, The Art of Doing is a know that happiness and success are tied tight toquirky little thing. gether.

Authors Camille As for advice, from Sweeney and Josh game show winner Ken Gosfield say in their Jennings: “… enjoy the introduction they encrazy experience…” and joyed finding and follow your bliss. interviewing their su“Instill the ‘WOW’,” perachievers, which says Zappos’ Tony is abundantly clear in Terri Hsieh. every bubbly chapter. I From 30 Rock’s Alec Schlichenmeyer also thought their format Baldwin and Robert The Bookworm was fun: a short bio, folCarlock: “Good ideas lowed by advice, then come from anywhere, trivia about the person even from bad ideas.” and their industry, all in just a few pagBe a contrarian and grow old ungracefully. Know your values and es per chapter.

That makes this book a bit on the focus on them. Love what you do.

Seek out role models at every stage lighter (but informational) side and, of your life. Be “a madman” when it despite that there are some off-the-wall comes to detail. Remember you truly industries represented here, I think are what you eat. Work hard and de- you’ll find it useful in many ways.

This is the perfect book for those vote yourself to what you’re passionate about. Reward talented people for risk- days when you wonder what it would be like to have a different job, because taking and don’t let them leave.

Challenge yourself and your brain. it gives you a peek, then a boost. So when you need exactly that, The Art of Be likeable.

As business/motivational books Doing is the book to reach for.

The Art of Doing by Camille Sweeney and Josh Gosfield c.2013, Plume $16/$17 Canada 272 pages You’ll attain your goals someday — and that’s the day you’ll set more goals. It’s the best way you know how to operate and, looking back, you’ve been doing things that way for most of your life: set a goal, knock it down, and pounce for the next one.

You know what success looks like from your office chair, but what’s it like in other industries? In the new book The Art of Doing by Camille Sweeney and Josh Gosfield, you’ll find out.

In your field of work, you know what it takes to get to the next level, then to the top. You assume it’s the same in a lot of places but what does it take to become a successful race car driver? How does one become a great major league ball player, a crossword puzzle creator, or a successful author?

Sweeney and Gosfield call those people “superachievers” and after “months of research and over 100 hours of conversations,” they noticed, despite the lack of similarity in jobs, that superachievers have 10 strategies in common.

Superachievers, the authors say, show dedication.

They’re smart in their persistence. They know their community, they listen, and they know the power of story. They’re willing to test their theories, they never let their emotions run away from them, they’re patient, and they’re willing to evolve. Finally, they

Small business confidence strong

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2013

From the Ponoka Stampede to the beautiful Battle River valley, Ponoka offers many attractions to tourists and visitors.

The Ponoka News will be publishing a 2013 Ponoka Visitors’ Guide in May. Presented in pony-tabloid format with a full colour glossy cover, the 2013 Ponoka Visitors’ Guide will provide essential information for visitors and tourists who come to our community.

With a distribution of 10,000 copies, the 2013 Ponoka Visitors’ Guide will be circulated to visitor information centres throughout Alberta, hotels, motels, bed and breakfast facilities in the Ponoka area, as well as restaurants and retail shops.

Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to promote your products and services.

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The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has released the results of its latest Business Barometer survey that shows the positive outlook among Alberta’s small business owners held steady in February by registering 71 points. The province’s entrepreneurs remain the most confident in Canada about the economy and their future success.

“Alberta’s entrepreneurs are showing great resiliency in the face of increasing economic uncertainly across our province and around the globe. It’s not at all a stretch to say the positive perspective among business owners continues to have a stabilizing effect within our economy,” says Richard Truscott, Alberta director for CFIB. Thirty-two per cent of the province’s independent business owners in February said they are planning to hire full-time staff, 65 per cent stated the size of their work force would remain steady, and only three per cent predicted a decline.

The shortage of qualified employees continues to be the top business constraint for independent businesses in Alberta. Forty-five per cent of entrepreneurs surveyed said the shortage of skilled labour was a

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The national Business Barometer index was up another half point in February to 66.2. Alberta (71.0) was home to the most optimistic entrepreneurs in the country for the second month in a row, followed by Saskatchewan (69.8), Newfoundland (67.0), Ontario and Nova Scotia (tied at 65.3), and British Columbia (64.9). Optimism was lowest in Quebec (64.6), Manitoba (63.4), New Brunswick (62.2), and PEI (54.1).

About the Business Barometer: Measured on a scale between 0 and 100, an index level above 50 means owners expecting their businesses’ performance to be stronger in the next year outnumber those expecting weaker performance. According to past results, index levels normally range between 65 and 75 when the economy is growing.

The February 2013 findings are based on 974 responses, collected from a stratified random sample of CFIB members, to a controlled-access web survey.

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Chess and Checkers Tournament

Decisions, decisions: Kaiden Thomson plans his attack while Erica Wilson moves at Diamond Willow Middle School March 5. The school held a chess and checkers tournament recently with Thomson and Wilson playing in the B finals.

Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Chess action at DWMS The winners of the Diamond Willow Middle School chess and checkers tournament are in.

Librarian Maureen Bell hosted the annual tournament with winners in three categories: Chess A winner, Justin Hyink. B - Kaiden Thomson. C -

Battle manoeuvres: Thomas Crawford plans his next move during the A finals against Justin Hyink.

Cassandra Moulton. A runner-up, Thomas Crawford. B - Erica Wilson. C - Nic Smith.

Checkers A winner, Travis Hyink. B - Jonatan Spitzer. C - Emma Holmes. A runner-up, Tayton Swampy. B - Dravon Saddleback and C - Arriana Gibson.

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Alberta cherishes mental health leaders The Lieutenant Governor’s Circle on Mental Health and Addiction is welcoming nominations for the 2013 True Awards.

The awards celebrate individual Albertans and organizations who are leading the way in work to deliver mental health programs and services, reduce stigma and encourage recovery.

“The True Awards honour exemplary Albertans who have dedicated themselves to fostering a better public understanding of mental illness and addiction and to serving all those who suffer,” said Lt.-Gov. Donald S. Ethell. “There is extraordinary work taking place across our province in the area of mental health. By sharing these success stories we can honour the heroes among us while encouraging others to follow their example.”

Anyone can submit a nomination for a True Award. The nomination deadline is May 1. The award ceremony will take place in late September. Award criteria, nomination forms and an overview of previous award recipients is at https://www. mhpa.ab.ca/LGCircle/Pages/index.html.

The five True Award categories are: True Grit - presented to an individual who has made use of mental health and addiction services and inspired others to get help in their recovery or dedicated themselves to the issue.

True Compassion - presented to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to the delivery of mental health and addiction programs and services.

True Leadership - presented to an organization, business or individual who is providing exceptional leadership in improving mental health and addiction programs or services.

True Service - presented to a public body that has shown itself to be of excellence in the delivery of mental health an addiction services.

True Imagination - presented to an individual or organization that has initiated innovative approaches in mental health and addiction services.

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This Week at the Outreach...

Thursday, March 14: Night School: Mrs. Cooke & Mr. Halbert Monday, March 18: School closes at 3:00 pm Tuesday, March 19: Night School: Mrs. K. & Mr. MacEachern

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Municipal development plan almost complete

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Two years in the making, Ponoka’s municipal development plan (MDP) is almost complete.

Every community larger than 3,500 people is required to provide a MDP, explained committee chairman Coun. Izak van der Westhuizen.

The process is also fairly lengthy as the plan provides short- and long-term directions for the Town of Ponoka. The MDP steering committee is reviewing the plan and wants public input from residents in March.

“It’ll probably be twofold,” said van der Westuizen.

One way is through a public feedback at Coffee with Council meetings as well as being available for review at Ponoka Town Hall. The other is advertising in the newspaper to inform residents of the draft.

“It gives you some information about population trends and projections,” explained van der Westhuizen.

There are 13 sections in the MDP: • Introduction and purpose of the MDP. • Population trends and projections.

• Economic base looks at the different economies in town.

• Residential land use, such as the types of homes and forecast for housing.

• Commercial land use downtown and highway commercial business.

• Industrial land use in the northwest and southwest industrial parks.

• Recreation, parks, schools and culture.

• Transportation, untilities and environmental services such as sewage treatment and storm sewers.

• Institutional buildings such as government use and

churches.

• Health, safety and protective services, which includes senior citizen accommodation.

• Regional planning and co-operation.

• Implementation for plans and bylaws and finance capabilities and budget.

• Results of key person interviews.

The document is more than 50 pages and will set the tone for the Ponoka for future years; an up-to-date MDP also helps with funding and is “looked at favourably when it comes to provincial granting.”

A consulting firm will review the plan to ensure there are no errors in the document. Councillors decided not to spend the money on a consultant; van der Westhuizen feels it could cost $70,000 to $80,000.

“Council just felt the cost of re-inventing the wheel was definitely more than what we will get value out of and who better to ask than the people that live in the community?” he said. “We hope to spend a fraction of that.”

The steering committee comprises town staff, councillors and some residents who have used the 1997 plan

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Helping hand: Nicole Berg gives her daughter Gillian a helping hand March 10 at the Scott Seaman’s Outdoor Rink on a warm sunny day.

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as a template. Planning and development officer Betty Jurykoski takes decisions from those meetings and updates the document to keep it current.

He feels it is advisable to have a consulting company draft a new MDP if there is a dramatic change in the demographics of the town. “Dramatic as in, unexpected substantial growth or if you had significant change...as a result of annexation.”

The town has annexed some land for development but there has not yet been significant growth there.

With three council members involved in the planning, van der Westhuizen feels the MDP should be completed before the election in October. “You can’t really carry this through an election.”

The biggest challenge has been ensuring those on the committee can meet at a regular time. “They are all busy with their day-to-day stuff.”

Members are committed however and van der Westhuizen appreciates their commitment. Jurykoski and secretary Heather Walker have put in countless hours with this project. “They should be commended.”

The review of the MDP is almost complete and residents should see more information in March.

Ponoka Drop-In Activities 5015 – 46 Avenue

The Central Alberta best jam and dance will take place as usual Saturday, March 16th starting at 1:00 pm. Cost $2.00 at the door. Come on out and join the fun. Our Gospel evening will feature. The New Song band and will be playing March 17th.

Cost $5.00 at the door. If you have a few moments Wednesday mornings, why not drop in and watch the ladies designing and working on their quilts. Really nice work taking place. 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. J.Reynolds, J. Rawji \Monday: WHIST; 1:30 p.m. Alfred Raugust, Leo Belanger Tuesday and Thursday: Exercise class 9:30 a.m. Come join our group.

Tuesday: Shuffleboard 7:00 p.m. Lillian Raugust, Lucille Vold, Alfred Raugust, Bill Vold Wednesday Partner Bridge 7:00 p.m.- Annie & Pat Wednesday: Sewing Guild 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday: Cribbage 1:30 p.m. Poul Thomson, Eric Ostergaard Thursday: Floor Curling 1:30 p.m. - Jim Alfred, A. Raugust Thursday: Weaving 1:00 p.m..

Thursday: Partner Bridge 1:15 p.m. - M.Hysmans, J. Reynolds 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

The Alberta government is making it easier for businesses to find information about services and regulations that affect them.

“We heard quite clearly from the Red Tape Review Task Force that more needs to be done to support small business growth in Alberta,” said Thomas Lukaszuk, deputy premier and minister of enterprise and advanced education. “Business owners have said that easy access to timely, relevant information is important for their success.”

A new landing page accessible with one click from the main Government of Alberta webpage consolidates information on business services, such as: • The Business Link - offering free to low-cost business seminars for business startups, helping entrepreneurs grow their business; • Productivity Alberta - offering tools and services to help companies become stronger by showing them how they can increase their productivity and profitability; • Rural Alberta Business Centres - where advisors provide one-stop access to information services that support the development, growth and success of small businesses in rural communities; • BizPaL - an online permit and licence service providing a complete list of permits and licences from all levels of government; and, • Alberta Innovates Connector - offering free, personalized services connecting innovators and entrepreneurs to resources, people and organizations.

The landing page also provides a link to a new webpage listing all 1100 government regulations.

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Scammers ‘love’ depth of pockets, not hearts

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Whether by phone or email, fraudsters are out there ready to prey on their unwitting victims.

March is Fraud Prevention Month and agencies in Alberta are working to educate would-be victims of the different signs that there is attempt at fraud.

Better Business Bureau of Central and Northern Alberta (BBB) is providing four typical scams during the month for people to read on; for March 4 to 11 romance scams are being highlighted.

Les Jaster, executive manager for the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce, said usually scams against loved ones require money quickly. “If it has to happen right away.”

This should be a sign for the victim that maybe they should make a few phone calls before acquiescing to the request.

“I’d make a phone call to be darn sure. And anytime you need to be wiring money somewhere that is a double red flag,” Jaster added. “It’s a very sketchy paper trail.”

Scammers will target singles of any age and will use social networking, classifieds and dating websites to get a victim. They will even create fake profiles and “fall in love” quickly with the goal of getting money from a victim.

Tips to prevent fraud For businesses wanting to protect themselves and their clients Jaster has always used “know your client,” as a guide. A quick phone call to that client can help alleviate possible future complications. “Just confirm it.”

Chamber president Jim Hamilton uses an old saying as a guide. “If it appears to good to be true, it usually is. So do some homework.”

Scammers usually email or fax their victims claiming there is a lot of money awaiting them and all a person needs to do is supply some personal information; usually credit card number and social insurance numbers.

“People don’t give you something for nothing,” Hamilton advised.

Staff should be trained to monitor debit/credit pin pads to ensure there is no tampering. This helps protect consumers’ personal information and helps prevent stolen identities as well. Hamilton recom-

mends victims contact their bank representative right away to see if there has been any suspicious activity on their accounts. “If the bank thinks it’s justified then call the RCMP.” With the design of new Canadian currency vendors are also able to detect counterfeit bills easier.

They are responsible for the fake money they receive and are not compensated for the loss.

“I understand why they (Royal Canadian Mint) did it…I think their logic behind it is very good,” added Hamilton.

Taking responsibility for a situation is important.

“Do the due diligence yourself.”

Watch for the warning signs, suggests RCMP Const. Justin Auld. Victims often neglect to notice those signs and end up with lost money that is difficult to return.

Advertisements on Internet sites such as Kijiji can also cause issues. Auld used the example of someone advertising an apartment for rent in locations such as Fort McMurray. A person from Ponoka may not have time to travel and see the apartment and will pay a deposit on a property that does not exist. He advises to meet with the seller. “If possible a public transaction, face to face is preferable.”

The BBB is offering tips on dealing with these other types of fraud: • Counterfeit cards or skimming: Scammers use camouflaged card readers to take information of the magnetic stripe of debit and credit cards. They are able to use the information to make purchases or even cash.

• Identity theft: Imposters acquire a person’s private information to impersonate someone. They will use the information to acquire credit, merchandise or services or will take over a person’s existing account.

• Online investment fraud: Information from the Canadian Securities Administrators states individuals can make a realistic online investment company with little effort. Once money is given to these companies it is almost impossible to get back. More information on investment fraud can be found at www.securitiesadministrators.ca/. Click on investor tools.

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre also has information to help: http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/english/home.html

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Alberta Health takes responsibility of EMS

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Ambulance services are going to change in Alberta after a report found issues in its delivery.

The Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness, which is now Alberta Health, directed the Health Quality Council of Alberta (HQCA) in February 2012 to review how emergency medical services (EMS) operates.

There are 343 pages in the report showing five areas issues were found and five recommendations to deal with them.

The findings: Alberta Health Services (AHS) took over responsibility of managing EMS in 2009 and services were restructured to have a more centralized system. This gave standardized practices for patients. The problem was a lack of understanding of the area.

When EMS was consolidated so was the EMS dispatch system but the transition was put on hold because of concerns raised by some EMS stakeholders.

The result is a pathwork of dispatch centres including three AHS call centres — one being contracted — with different standards.

Some systems include fire and EMS. Usually the fire chief in that area decides on deployment of both fire crews and paramedics. The report states one of the challenges is that services are not meeting AHS standards and separating the costs of both services is difficult.

One size does not fit all. Many participants of the study felt this way about service delivery in different areas; urban, rural and remote areas have different needs.

The review was unable to show limitations in EMS delivery as information is not reliable. A standard data system is not used, which gives a wide variablity of data. Users of the system such as municipalities and patients have limited information.

Ponoka’s director of protective services, Ted Dillon, was reluctant to discuss the report as he is unsure how recommendations will be implemented. Police, fire and EMS work together in an incident and he does not how the three will communicate with each other. “We are the safety system.”

Ponoka’s EMS and fire receive dispatches from a call centre in Rocky Mountain House and this could have an effect on costs for the town. The Rocky dispatch centre might not operate based on HQCA recommendations.

Elisabeth Ballermanm, president of the Health Sciences Association of Alberta, said there are areas the report failed to address in a press release.

“EMS is the ‘canary in the mineshaft’ of health care. The problems in EMS are often symptoms of problems elsewhere in the system. The shortages of long-term care and acute-care beds in Alberta mean our emergency crews are stuck in hospital emergency rooms for hours because there are no staff to take over the care of the patients and no beds to which patients can be admitted,” said Ballermann.

Recommendations and required actions: The Government of Alberta should implement standards for the Public Safety Answering Point System (911) and also analyze an appropriate number of call centres.

There should be two EMS dispatch centres under AHS for a reliable system. Within that change management plan should be used to assist in the transition. Public safety agencies should also have a structure where they can communicate and transfer information with each other easily.

Different areas such as urban, rural and remote should have their own definitions of service and training.

Ambulance locations that allow for the most efficient care and transfer of patients should be planned. For hospital or inter-facility transfers a system is needed to determine what resources should be used.

A single source of EMS data for Alberta Health and AHS is needed. Data should be linked with other healthcare databases. This will help AHS identify important service information.

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Since the report was released the Alberta government has announced it will implement the recommendations with a submitted plan by March 31.

Health minister Fred Horne said in a press release some patients were not getting EMS service. “That’s why I asked the HQCA to review the system, top to bottom, and why we will begin acting on its recommendations immediately to improve ground ambulance service across the province.”

Guardian Ambulance has the contract for AHS in Ponoka but representatives would not comment.

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Erratic speeder of a dually Chevy Silverado to come A 29-year-old woman faces a off its axle and smash into the rear mandatory court appearance after window of a Ford F350 March 4. The travelling at 165 km/h on Highway 2 Silverado was southbound on High- near Ponoka. She was driving a black way 2 north of Ponoka at 1 p.m. There Volkswagen and flashing her headwere no injuries. lights at other motorists so she could Causing a disturbance pass. The driver was also charged with A 45-year-old man was charged speeding. with causing a disturbance March 7 Sleepy driver at 7 p.m. after trying to break into a The driver of a Honda Civic was residence in Ponoka. It is believed the charged with speeding March 9 at man was holding a stick while trying 6:30 p.m. on Highway 2 southbound to gain entry and Mounties who at- just north of Ponoka. The vehicle was being driven in excess of 146 km/h when he was pulled over. A 40-yearold man from Calgary admitted to being tired and was charged with speeding. He was then escorted to a Ponoka hotel to get some rest.

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Barrel racing series continues at ag event centre There were 93 barrel racers, six in the youth and one in the peewee, March 10 during the Don Laing Trailer Series Barrel Racing at the ag event centre.

The top five best times of the day were: • Janice Waltze with 17.636 seconds.

• Wendy Young, 17.940.

• Cheryl Daines, 17.951.

• Kaylee Blair, 18.026.

• Tracy Beckman, 18.104.

The top five riders in the series are: • Dena Millard with 150 points.

• Coby Auclair, 95.

• Kayley Blair, Hootie.

Four riders are tied in fourth with 70 points: Sasha Schuffelmaier, Tracey Dawson, Callie Lamb, Kayley Blair with two horses, Lickety and Famous.

• Lacey Stanton and Karen Gibson are tied for fifth with 60 points.

The next Don Laing Series Barrel racing is March 20.

Making each turn count: Steph Mather on Bucky turns the second barrel with a time of 18.398 seconds.

The magic of the arc: Cheryl Daines on Flame makes the turn with a time of 17.951 during barrel racing at the ag event centre March 10.

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After 16 years as owners of Ponoka/Rimbey Ford, we have decided to hand the keys over to new ownership. After careful consideration and discussion with our children Brett and Morgan in the fall of 2012, we decided to sell our businesses, Ponoka/Rimbey Ford.

We would like to thank all of our customers that we have served and gotten to know over the past 16 years, many of you were not only loyal customers, but good friends!

Words alone cannot express our gratitude and respect that we have for our incredible staff! All of you are like family to us and we are going to miss our “Ponoka/Rimbey Ford family”! Your hard work, commitment and dedication helped us build a successful business. We had lots of fun and laughs

together as we worked and played together; many wonderful memories have been etched in our hearts! We are SO grateful for the love and support you have shown us during our recent personal tragedy, the loss of our son Brett.

Thank you to all our fellow business associates in both communities! It has truly been an honour and privilege to be business owners in such incredible communities!

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Please help us welcome new business owners, Del and Charlene Bouck, to Ponoka/Rimbey Ford!!

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Introducing the new owners Firstly, let us begin by extending our thanks to Jody and Brenda Wiese, for this wonderful opportunity that is before us. We are very excited to become part of the great communities of Ponoka and Rimbey. We look forward to working with the incredible staff, and serving new customers, past and present, and meeting new friends along the way, thus establishing many long term relationships.

As an introduction to ourselves, we have two married children and four grandchildren, and family in both Wetaskiwin and Ponoka. Del was born and raised in Camrose, and we then spent many years of our married life in Red Deer, and then in the Pigeon Lake area, so we are thrilled to return to some familiar roots back in Central Alberta.

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Spring months means busy 4-Hers’ schedules

By Kyiera Heltman Silver Valley 4-H Riders For the Silver Valley 4-H Riders, the last few months have been full of fun and quite educational, from our monthly executive meetings to fun days and fundraisers. The following is what we have been up to the past few months.

All the way back to November, we had our first ride at the Ponoka ag event centre, which I may add, is a blessing and such an amazing facility to have in our community. We had a vital clinic and we learned how to take our horses vitals. We learned how to take

their temperature, respiration and pulse; we checked the circulatory system and measured their height. We also did a skin pinch, which is a really quick, simple dehydration test. To do this simple test you take and pinch a piece of skin on the horse’s neck and if the hair doesn’t go back to normal within three seconds that means that the horse is dehydrated.

In December we had a mini Christmas party also hosted at the ag event centre. We participated in a Secret Santa gift exchange and then we rode.

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We love to cheer for our rock stars For the first few changed just a little from its humble beginnings weeks going into Mushy in Scotland on a frozen March many of us have outdoor pond, complete been shuffling around with corn brooms and our sofas, grabbing kilts, which must have snacks and watching been a wee bit chilly and some really great curling cheeky on a windy day. on television. First it was I fondly remember the Canadian juniors, learning how to curl so then the Scotties TournaMike Rainone many years ago at the ment of Hearts, and of Hammertime old Provincial Mencourse the Tim Hortons tal Hospital rink, did a Brier, which was held little jam can curling on last week at a rambunctious Rexall Place in Edmonton. While the Battle River, played in the Ponoka some fanatics likely watched the games Composite High School League, then at work on their IPhones or whatever, as an adult joined teams as a member many of us from the retired crowd of the long-standing Ponoka Curling tuned in at home, then most of us likely Club. The games were always invigostayed up past our bedtimes to take in rating, except for all the blisters from sweeping, but my favourite “granite the evening draws.

International curling at all levels memories� came from taking part in has become a huge spectator sport and bonspiels, which featured keen comthese talented rock stars of all ages petition and camaraderie, as well as all have quickly become instant celebrities the “extra end� socializing in the room and proud ambassadors of their prov- at the top of the stairs. Hopefully the ince and their nations. Our junior men’s same love of the game will continue and women’s teams did very well at the to generate lots of fall and winter fun world championships in Sochi, Rus- and participation at all our friendly losia, while at the Scotties, a young and cal curling rinks, big or small, town or sassy foursome from Ontario, skipped country, for curlers of all ages. As well

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Some questions get the greatest and wildest responses We all like to think that we can answer most of the questions that are thrown our way, but then again here are some of wild, ridiculous, but quite often brilliant answers that came back in response to actual quick quiz. • How is dew formed? The sun shines down on the leaves and makes them perspire. • What guarantees may a mortgage company insist on? If you are buying a house they will insist that you are well endowed. • What happens to your body as you age? When you get old, so do your bowels and then you get intercon-

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Premature death. • Give the meaning of the term “Caesarean sectionâ€?

The caesarean section is a district in Rome, which was led by the Emperor Julius Seizure. • What is a fibula? (A small lie). What is a terminal illness? (When you get sick at the airport!). Name the four seasons. (Salt, pepper, mustard and vinegar) • How are the main 20 parts of the body categorized?

The body is consisted into three parts, the branium, the borax and the abdominal cavity. The branium contains the brain, the borax contains the heart and lungs, and the abdominal cavity contains the five bowels: AEIO and U. Let’s hope that Mushy March goes away just in time to hide all those Easter goodies, but whatever the forecast, just go ahead and have a great week, all of you!

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The next Carrie Underwood is rising as her own star.

Amy Cunningham is as talented as the country superstar and may even have more depth in her well of talent.

Cunningham was born in Brampton, Ont. and released her first album, To the Stars We’ll Return, in July 2011. Before that she co-fronted a popular campus band at Brock University in St. Catherine’s.

In Between, Cunningham’s latest album, mixes country-pop catchy melodies with throwback style acoustic sounds and soul.

Many people jokingly – and sometimes not – stereotype country music as shrines to love, lost love, lost dogs and alcohol. However, if Amy keeps on her current path she’ll be a frontrunner in changing that misconception, thanks to her powerful yet sometimes quirky songs.

Trees is easily the best song on an album where each song has the legs to stand on its own. The heady guitar creates a mesmerizing track to which Cunningham’s edgy country ability is able to grab a hold of your eardrums and not let go.

The beats are dark enough to add seriousness and depth to the metaphorical lyrics. Trees is also the first single off In Between.

However, not every song on the album takes itself too seriously. Festival Song, the albums bonus track, is upbeat and catchy; accompanied by her signature acoustic flavour.

In the name of a diverse album, Cunningham also includes several spectacularly crafted love songs.

With real attempts to explore and capture the elements of love, rather than only cover the romance elements, Cunningham has created something she can stand behind and be proud of.

Her voice has a smooth range and the ability to change notes without falling flat or being pitchy. The music comes from deep inside her, creating a beautiful clear natural voice. It’s easy to tell she tries hard and works hard at her music without overdoing anything.

Amy Cunningham is a Canadian name to watch out for, thanks to her incredible talent and success at blending genres.

Artist sets music to the imagination In her newest album, Scorpion Moon, Canadianborn artist Sora takes her listeners on a journey across fields and mountains, to an impassioned world born of her imagination.

Her album is unlike anything out in mainstream music today, and still vastly different from alternative music; so different it’s practically genreless.

Sora, born and raised in Calgary, toured with a youth orchestra and fiddling group during her childhood.

Sora’s voice is rich full of kings and queens, battles, stories and fervor. Although her songs don’t mention medieval qualities, they are deep and smoky with the substance and sound you would find in such a story.

Her vocals have great range and each song keeps a good rhythm without needing the lyrics to rhyme in convenient places, something that’s being taken for granted lately.

Over and over, in each song Sora displays an unparalleled talent for storytelling.

The tracks are mystical sounding, accompanied by perfectly matching arrangements match the moods of the songs. Harps add mysticality. And in other tracks, such as Hireath, drums are used to add a little edge and elements of tension and danger.

However, no song has just one atmosphere; Sora manages to weave different Broncs Theatre/Ponoka Composite High School moods and atmospheres, just like in actual stories.

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Sora’s tracks also feature unique lyrics, and in this case unique is not a polite term for weird. With the popular musical world perforated with love songs filled with babies shorties girls and cowboys, yes, even the wonderful country genre is not immune to the patterned formula. march 15, 16 • 7:00 pm • united church Sora has managed to slip back to a time of epic stories and ballads without Your favorite songs and scenes from Broadway’s Best! losing a sharpened, modern • $10 Adults • $8 Students & Seniors • $5 Children Under 12 edge.

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Farm & Ranch Bison show popular in growing industry 33RD ANNUAL SPRING MACHINERY CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

By Amelia Naismith Ponoka is set to welcome upwards of 150 bison industry professionals in the third annual Wildrose Bison Convention Show and Sale since the event took a seven-year hiatus.

After hosting 11 annual conventions before the break, the committee had become tired and there was no one able to step up to the plate at the time, explained Linda Sautner, office manager with Bison Producers of Alberta (BPA).

Then, devastation hit in the form of BSE, the mad cow disease outbreak. The United States government closed its border to all ruminants, including bison, although Sautner says there were never any Albertan bison affected. “It really devastated a lot of different industries,� said Sautner. “We had a lot of producers leave the industry.�

Saunter also recalls many of those who stayed with bison had to find second jobs to make ends meet.

However, the convention was started three years ago by Marvin Moore of BPA, and the industry is making a comeback with a force.

Bison meat has become so popular that Alberta’s producers are now struggling to meet demand.

For the last three years the convention has attracted more than 150 patrons. “We’re really excited about this opportunity. It seems to grow a little bit more each year,� said Sautner.

She feels the convention is important for both stakeholders and producers to network and advance the industry through new technology. This year a session is offered on social media marketing tips.

The convention begins March 15 at 1 p.m. at Ponoka’s Royal

April 12, 2013 • Rimbey, Alberta Including a complete listings for the • Estate of Jack Hansen • Estate of Don Bowness • Farm Dispersal for Don Jordan Selling equipment to all four Western provinces and the Northern USA. Listings are now being accepted for the Spring Machinery Consignment Auction.

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The annual Wildrose bison sale will take place at Vold Jones and Vold Auction Mart, March 16.

Viewing starts at 10 a.m. and the auction begins at noon.

File photo Canadian Legion. The afternoon will hold a number of lectures and learning sessions as well as a banquet dinner, followed by the Wildrose Show awards presentation.

The BPA’s annual general meeting, which is open to the public, will start at 8:30 a.m. on March 16.

The auction portion of the convention will take place at the Vold Jones and Vold Auction Mart, starting at noon.

Sautner says there are at least 49 show and judging animals registered for the sale. Afterwards, non-registered animals will also be sold.

When the convention restarted, Sautner says they looked for a central location with an auction mart that could handle the bison. “Vold Jones and Vold is one of the better ones.�

For more information regarding the 2013 Wildrose Bison Convention Show and Sale visit the Bison Centre’s website at www.bisoncentre.com/, or call 780-955-1995.

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Spring status quo sees setbacks and success This past week in the ag markets was characterized by the USDA world agricultural supply and demand estimates (WASDE) report on March 8.

Truth be told, the stocks and acreage USDA report on March 28 is the more significant of the two grain market reports put out by the government agency this month. The WASDE report left things mostly unchanged domestically in the U.S. for corn and soybeans while wheat was bearish as ending stocks were raised 25 million bushels to 716 million bushels. With ending stocks unchanged for corn and soybeans at 632 million bushels and 125M bushels respectively, it’s clear that the USDA feels comfortable with the status quo this spring.

Let’s be clear on one thing though: U.S. soybean exports and crush demand has been anything but the status quo. More specifically, the USDA is suggesting the torrid pace soybeans are being used up or sold internationally will slow as South American supplies come online. However, as we’ve pointed out repeatedly in the daily FarmLead Breakfast Brief, the logistical nightmares in Brazil continue. Case in point, a few recent reports tell us it now takes nine days to get a load of the soybean crop from main-producing region Mato Grosso to ports in the southeast (it was six days just two years ago). The reasons for this include the shortage of trucks, the doubling of freight costs, and rail

options being more expensive in terms of time and money.

From a global perspective, oilseed production is expected to increase slightly this year, according to the USDA report on Friday. This bodes well for China, which wants their Brennan Taylor soybeans and they want FarmLead Breakfast Brief them now (think Veruca Salt from the older film version of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory). The Asian supernation has crushing capacity for 136 million tonnes but only did about 61 million tonnes last year, meaning they quickly could become the largest producer

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of soymeal in Southeast Asia (a market responsible for about 20 per cent of global soymeal trade).

With higher worldwide production of soybeans and a record canola crop of 15.5 million tonnes being predicted by the Canadian government, fall 2013 contracts are trading at $2+ per bushel discounts to the current front-month lots.

As for wheat, both ABARES (the Aussie version of the USDA) and the UN’s Food & Agriculture Organization expect worldwide production to increase by more than 4.3 per cent this year. However, as Kansas State University “wheat expert” Jim Shroyer points out, it’s been so dry for so long that in places such as western Kansas, it would take eight feet of snow to bring soil conditions back to normal. From a macro perspective, lower production out of the US could potentially push more foreign buyers to competing lands where production is solid (i.e. Australia, Russia, Europe, and the True North strong and free…that’s Canada if you don’t know your anthem).

Keeping it close to home, a lot of areas within the Canadian Prairies have received more snowfall than normal. That’s great for snowmobiling and all but it could potentially push a lot of seeding intentions back a couple weeks, let alone days, due to a wet landscape (post-thaw). All in all, it’s that time of year to bring out the rubber boots again and it may be for more than a few weeks.

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 (1855-332-7653).

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112.00-119.00 117.00-125.00 120.00-130.00 126.00-137.00 135.00-150.00 150.00-167.00 160.00-177.00 170.00-185.00

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Rd Bales 36.00-44.00 1.75- 5.00 Rd Bales NONE 1.25-2.25 Rd Bales NONE NONE BISON SHOW & SALE - MARCH 15 & 16, 2013 SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2013 - 6TH ANNUAL TEXAS LONGHORN SALE FOLLOWED BY AN ALL BREED HORSE SALE Vold Jones & Vold Auction Co. Ltd. | Foothills Livestock Auction | Dawson Creek Auction Vold Jones & Vold Co. Ltd. © 2006 4410-Hwy 2A, Ponoka Alberta, Canada, T4J 1J8

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Raab believes no one else has done the same in freestyle wrestling in Alberta.

She competed in high school provincials in Edmonton March 8 and 9 and pinned all four of her competitors. “I was nervous but it wasn’t so bad.”

Wrestler Her biggest concern was to Kelsey Raab perform well amid the competition.

“Everyone’s gunning for me at this level,” she added.

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The goal of a wrestler is to earn points during the best of three rounds unless they pin their opponents. If a wrestler pins their opponent then they win that match and Raab was able to pin one contestant in under 30 seconds. The finals match offered the most challenge but Raab was able to shift her weight to win. “The last one I got a good catch…

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Last year Raab won the wrestling banner for her school as a one-person team and was a mere two points away from this year’s banner. One more person on the team and Raab would have earned the banner.

A training regimen of five or six days a week for almost three hours each time continues as Raab is preparing for a new level of competition. She is heading to junior/senior nationals, is the college level of competition, on March 19 in Fredericton N.B. and then to cadet juvenile nationals in Saskatoon, Sask. April 3.

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Childs’ games equal health What did you want to be when you grew up?

Did you want to be a couch potato? Overweight? A junk food addict?

Probably not.

Me neither.

It seems none of us adults living in the big people’s world with jobs and bills and responsibilities ever wanted to grow up and live in a world ruled by stress, high blood pressure, heart attacks and just, overall, being in really bad physical shape.

But, according to statistics, which are sometimes, but not always, correct, being overweight, physically inactive and eating crap, which ironically all fit together like a big puzzle, are huge issues.

And, another missing piece to the giant jigsaw, is, of course, having an ungrateful heart and lungs.

And, as a final piece is the worry of bad things happening, really bad things, like a heart attack or stroke.

It appears being overweight, not active and eating crap is like an invisible ball and chain hooked to lots of people. And, instead of taking the initiative to get free of it, some of us decide to lay the blame somewhere else.

I, personally, kind of like the idea of blaming someone else for my lifestyle as I lay on the couch, crunching my way through a bag of chips and listlessly pressing the remote.

In fact, at our house the other day, a crisis occurred. We could not find the remote.

It was a sad day; a very sad day And as I hung my head in despair I knew I should go walk around the block so my heart and lungs would thank me for it, but I simply couldn’t.

I was too depressed.

Seriously, a recent survey I read shows that lots of people are stressed out about being overweight and inactive.

Weird how the two are connected.

Anyway, a collective SOS call went out to the universe about this little problem that was immediately picked up by this mysterious force and tossed it back to the powers that

Strength in defense: Broncs PCHS Grade 9 player Logan Abrassart holds his ground against a Father Lacombe High School player March 5. The Broncs lost 57-39 in the finals Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye against Bluffton.

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be. And, quicker than the demise of the penny, the powers that be went into action.

And formed a committee!

There’s your answer.

And, of course, some seed money was handed over to the committee so the deprived age group, who apparently has nothing to do, can quit being part of the “gap” in recreation.

It may or may not work. For Treena Mielke some reason the old saying, “You On The Other Side can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink,” comes to mind, but time will tell.

For me, as a kid, and now as a big kid, I have learned that, unfortunate as it may seem, the shortest route to a healthy lifestyle lies right inside my own head.

I was fortunate enough to grow up as one of those poor, underprivileged kids who lived on the wrong side of the tracks. As such a kid, I learned that as long as I had my brothers to hang out with, a tin can could become a football, a front yard a baseball stadium, and an unplanted garden a broad jump pit.

In short, I learned there’s nothing like a little imagination to pick up the slack if I wanted to remove my derriere from the chesterfield.

And, because I am convinced there is no age limit on imagination or choice, I’ve decided that fact still holds true.

So I’m going to quit looking for my remote.

And go for a walk!

Wind up Spiel and Awards Banquet Saturday March 23 Play two - 4 end games 1st draw at 1:00 pm

Entry fee is only $15 plus bring a $15 door prize per curler Enter in a group of 2 or 4 Everyone welcome!

Members, non-members, children, spouses or co-workers Supper at 6:30pm If you don’t wish to curl & just want to come enjoy the meal $10 member and $20 non-member

Call Kristen 403-783-2370 or sign up at the curling rink on the bulletin board by Tuesday, March 19

The Ponoka Curling Club would like to thank everyone who contributed to a very successful

PONOKA MINOR SOCCER ASSOCIATION

OUTDOOR

REGISTRATION

2013

Late registration forms available at the Ponoka Aquaplex Call 403-783-3311

www. ponokanews.com

THERE IS A LATE REGISTRATION FEE OF $20/PLAYER

REGISTRATION ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 31, 2013 Call Michelle at 403-783-4773 • www.ponokasoccer.ca

Ladies Bonspiel Thank you to our corporate sponsors: • Classic Granite Works • Crawford Agencies • Don Pederson Construction • Ponoka Chrysler Jeep • Ponoka Coop Oils • Ponoka Fertilizer

• Rowland Parker & Associates LLP • Sommer Home Hardware Building Centre • McKelvie Feed Lot • Quality Paint • United Cycle

Also a big THANK YOU to Darlene Short & ATB Financial, Chad Jones & The Liquor Store, Carol & Flowers for You & our home teams that donated some awesome door prizes!

Many thanks to all who have been involved with coordinating this event!

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ELLIOTT (nee Swinton) Shirley Aileen On March 4, 2013 Shirley Aileen Elliott of Beaumont (formerly of Qualicum Beach and Ponoka) passed away peacefully at the age of 87 years, after a long and fulfilling life. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Alistair “Al”; sisters, Catherine Alexa and Phyllis; brothers, Robert, John (Jack), Liulf, Alan, and Alastair; stepson, David; and son-in-law, Donald. Left to cherish Shirley’s memory are her children: Douglas (Fumiko), Judy White, Joan (Ken) Miller, and Jocelyn Kew; grandchildren: Erin, Cole (special friend Tessa), Christine, Logan (Ty), and Mica; great grandson, Bentley; her step-children: Nell (Ken) Liddle, Gord (Myrna), Craig (Shelley) Elliott, and their families; sisters: Margaret (Audrey) Constance, and Lorna; as well as many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

A Celebration of Shirley’s Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 15, 2013, at Glenwood Funeral Home, south of Wye Road on Range Road 232, Sherwood Park, Alberta. Cremation has taken place.

If desired, donations in memory of Shirley may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 10985 - 124 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 0H9 or to the Place Beausejour Art & Patio Committee, c/o Joyce Bowerman or Doris McLean Jacobi.

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EDNA STEWART On March 5, 2013 Mrs. Edna Stewart of Ponoka passed away at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre at the age of 92 years. Edna is survived by her son George; daughter Carol (Henry) Fleck; daughter-in-law Fay; ten grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Henry (2000); sons Dale (1992) and Wayne (2010); her parents Olaf and Sigrid Massing; sister Signe Scheelar; brother Osmar Massing; brothers-in-law Howard Scheelar and Glen Stewart; and sisters-in-law Myrtle Stewart and Edith Massing. A Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2013 at the Ponoka United Church with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Ponoka United Church or the Ponoka Senior’s Drop-In Centre. To express condolences to Edna’s family, please visit: www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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Elling “Glen” Glenwood Conner January 31, 1940 - March 8, 2013

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Brooke Lynn and Tyler William Hansen Born February 4, 2013 Tired parents are Bryan and Jennifer Hansen

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Wish to thank the Haying in the 30’s Cancer Support Society for their donation.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Glen Conner, on Friday, March 8, 2013 at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary, Alberta. Glen was born and raised in the Red Deer area near Pine Lake. He attended Acadia University, the University of Alberta and the School of Nursing at Alberta Hospital Ponoka. Glen met Sandy Conner (Middleton) through friends and the two were later married on July 31, 1963. They settled in Ponoka where Glen worked at Alberta Hospital as a registered psychiatric nurse and later a nursing instructor.

As the family grew, Glen and Sandy moved to a farm near Mecca Glenn School east of Ponoka where Glen worked hard building their home, grain farming and raising cattle in addition to working at the hospital. He loved camping and being in the outdoors, whether on the farm or in the mountains. Glen is survived by his daughter Janelle (Paul) Hastie, granddaughters Madison and Kiegan; son Brent (Andrea) Conner, granddaughters Sandra, Lauren and Viola; special cousin Corrine (Sunny) Sundberg. He was predeceased by his wife Sandy, mother Dorothy and father Elling. On Thursday, March 14, 2013 a Celebration of Glen’s Life will be held at the Ponoka Funeral Home, 5115 50th Avenue, Ponoka, Alberta at 1:00 p.m. Following the Service you are invited to join the family at the Royal Canadian Legion, 3911 Highway 2A, Ponoka at 2:30 p.m. The family would like to thank the staff at Southwood Care Center and the doctors, nurses and the palliative care team at the Rockyview General Hospital. Donations in Glen’s memory are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. To express condolences to Glen’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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Meetings

ALATEEN

Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m.

Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info.

403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371

Births

Blair & Bree are thrilled to announce the arrival of

Kierra Lee March 1, 2013 Weighing 6 lbs., 1 oz, 19.5�

Proud grandparents are Stan & Shawna Wagner and Dennis & Monica Rodgers all of Ponoka.

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Coming Events What’s Happening #50 - # 70

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

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

BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the

PONOKA WHEELCHAIR VAN SOCIETY Monday, March 25, 7pm Senior’s Drop In Centre

Everyone Welcome

Mentors make a

difference 403-783-3112

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

Live the best life in Camrose.

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Arts, culture, recreation & inspiration.

Outstanding lifestyle, amazing business opportunities.

LQIR#FDPURVH FD ‡ ‡ FDPURVH FD Caregivers/ Aides

Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 ALCOHOLICS Legal ..................................780 ANONYMOUS Monday night meetings Medical ..............................790 at the Anglican Church Oilfield ................................800 Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 403-783-0719 for info.

Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Personals Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 DO YOU KNOW A GREAT Volunteers Wanted ............890 VOLUNTEER? Positions Wanted ..............895 The Alberta Weekly Employment Training ........900 Newspapers Association Career Planning ................920

(AWNA) and Direct Energy are now accepting nominations for the Alberta Volunteer Citizen of the Year award to recognize someone who goes above and beyond to help others in the community.

Nominations are open to all residents served by AWNA newspapers. As a reward for giving so much, the winner will get a $1000 cash prize from Direct Energy and a $5000 donation to their community organization of choice.

Visit: directenergy.com/vcoy or awna.com.

Nominations close Sunday, March 31, 2013

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710 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 certiďŹ ed Health Care Aide and would like 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

Clerical

720 ARNETT & BURGESS

is now accepting applications for the following position: RECEPTION/ TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT Bashaw OfďŹ ce Excellent computer skills required, ability to deal with the public, clients and employees. Must be energetic, self motivated, excellent communication skills, and organized.

Please submit resumes via Fax: 1-780-384-2402 Email: hr@abpipeliners.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Oilfield

Oilfield

800

VAC & STEAM Truck Operator. Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Benefits, Camp Work, Experience an Asset. Email/Fax Resume: 780-458-8701, bryksent@telus.net

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

Branch Manager (Fox Creek)

Alstar Oilfield is looking for a highly motivated individual to lead our Fox Creek operation. Alstar has been serving the oil and gas construction industry since 1969.

If you have‌..

5 + years Managing in Oilfield Construction Strong Computer Skills Excellent People Skills Working Knowledge of Pipefitting and Welding Procedures The Desire to be Part of a Growing Company Please email your resume to hr@alstaroilfield.com Please Quote Job # 72252 on Resume For detailed job description and pay range, please email hr@alstaroilfield.com or visit our Career Section at www.alstaroilfield.com

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

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

SALES & SERVICE

720 Town of Ponoka Employment Opportunity

FULL TIME ACCOUNTING CLERK

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

GARBAGE COLLECTION

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 ďŹ nancial software such as Diamond and Microsoft OďŹƒce is an asset.

Our ideal candidate will have qualiďŹ cations/experience that includes: • the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a public oďŹƒce 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 oers a competitive salary along with an attractive beneďŹ ts package.

The competition closes on March 15th, 2013 Please forward a resume including salary and references, in conďŹ dence 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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Oilfield

800

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 LOCATED in Drayton Valley.

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.

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Oilfield

800

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.

Clerical

850

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

Professionals

810

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION requires

F/T Safety Officer

to help implement & maintain safety programs.

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

PRODUCTION TESTING PERSONNEL REQ’D

Trades

Trades

850

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, possibly experienced Foreman. Competitive wages. Work area: East Central Alberta.

Email: fitzcons@telus.net.

Fax 780-842-5556.

EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ Caterpillar Mechanic training. GPRC Fairview Campus. High school diploma, mechanical aptitude required. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning.

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

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 HEAVY DUTY/Field Mechanic - RS Line, a steady growing Powerline Construction Company, is seeking skilled Heavy Duty/Automotive Field Mechanics located throughout Central Alberta.

Top wages, room and board, meal and clothing allowance with an excellent benefit package provided. Please apply to Loni: latkinson@rsline.ca or fax 780-960-3543.

850

Trades

PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta.

Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

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

Trades

850

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

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 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.

720

860

Restaurant/ Hotel

760

820

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 We change daily to serve you better.

TIRED OF SEMI Truck Driving? Haul RVs from USA to Western Canada!

1 ton and 3 ton trucks required. 1-866-736-6483; www.speedwaymoving systems.com

Oilfield

PONOKA is looking for Full-Time Staff Wages negotiable and benefits Drop off resume at 6707 Hwy. 53 or fax: Attn: Ron 403-783-3625

800 Health and Safety Advisor

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

Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds

MORGAN CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL LTD. - Looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators & Heavy Equipment Mechanics for work in oilfield & heavy civil construction projects.

Competitive wages, full benefits & opportunity for year round work.

Email resume: careers@mcel.ca.

Fax 780-960-8930 or apply in person: 702 Acheson Road, Acheson, Alberta

Truckers/ Drivers

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:

requires a

FULL TIME / PART TIME STYLISTS - Experienced (licensed) with clientele preferred - Must be willing to work every other Saturday as well as every other Wednesday until 8:00 pm

Interested applicants please fax resume to 403-783-3457 Closing date April 17, 2013 Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Janitorial

770

• 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

Trades

850 Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for the following position:

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

CASUAL CLEANING POSITIONS

PONOKA OFFICE ASSISTANT Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for an Office Assistant. In this position you will be responsible for general office duties, data entry, computer skills with knowledge in excel/word, and accounts payable/ receivable. Must be energetic, self motivated, above average communication skills, and organized.

We offer training, excellent remuneration and benefit Package.

Please submit your resume with references to “Ponoka Office Assistant” hr@calnashtrucking.com or mail/drop off to 6526 – 44 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

St. Thomas Aquinas RCSRD No. 38 is hiring casual cleaning staff for our schools in Beaumont, Drayton Valley, Lacombe, Leduc, Ponoka and Wetaskiwin. The salary will be $15.97 per hour.

Successful applicants must be prepared to supply a recent Criminal Record Check (including a vulnerable sector check) and a Child Welfare Intervention Check.

To apply for this position, please email a detailed resume to careers@starcatholic.ab.ca.

For more information on STAR Catholic School Division and our schools, please visit www.starcatholic.ab.ca.

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

Heavy Duty/Field Mechanic RS Line Contr. Co. Ltd is looking to hire Heavy Duty/Field Mechanics to be located throughout SO008246 Central Alberta. Successful candidates will have: s Journeyman Light Duty/Heavy Duty Mechanic background s Field experience with Industry machinery (trucks, cranes, diggers, etc) s Strong technical problem-solving, analytical, and trouble-shooting skills

Top wages, room and board, meal, clothing and living out allowance along with an excellent benefits package. Please fax your resume attn. Loni to (780)960-3543 or email: latkinson@rsline.ca

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

850

Trades

DANDY PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Electrical Enclosure & Power Division

• PARTS PERSON (Experience Preferred)

• SHEET METAL FABRICATOR • PANEL SHOP ELECTRICIAN

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

Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd. Fax: 780-352-2249

Email: acdandy@acdandy.com Truckers/ Drivers

860

Seasonal Staff Required Fertilizer retail location looking for Class 3 & 5 drivers with clean abstract and yard staff during our busy season. Competitive wages, overtime paid and great work environment.

Call, fax, email or drop off your resume.

3903 67th Street • Ponoka, AB • T4J 1J8

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Misc.

Help

880

in Ponoka, has immediate opening for

880

HIGH LEVEL SUPER A is currently recruiting for: Full-time Meat Cutter.

Applicants must possess the people skills and work ethic required to maintain positive relations with employees and customers.

A minimum of two years retail meat cutting experience would be an asset. The successful candidate must have completed Gr. 12 (or equivalency) and must be able to provide a clean security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities to meet our expectations, forward your resume in confidence to: High Level Super A, 10300 - 103 Ave., High Level, AB, T0H 1Z0.

Fax 780-926-4620. Email: calvin.missal@tgp.ca

Misc.

Help

SWAMPERS

Misc.

Help

hr@calnashtrucking.com

880

INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php 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

REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284

880

MOTORCYCLE

$100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work!

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CAREERS

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

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www.brandtjobs.com w b dj b

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

MOTHERS & OTHERS Access to Computer?

Work @ Home!!!

P/T-F/T $500-$5000/month Around family or job!

Sherry 1-888-645-6644

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

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Growing Powersports Dealer Needs the Right Individuals:

*Service Manager *Apprentice Mechanic

Build Your Career With us

STEWARDSHIP & TENURES SO006826 Various Locations

Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development?

We want to hear from you.

Apply online today and build your career with us!

www.tolko.com

Move the World With Us

Apply in confidence to corner of Hwy 616 & 780 3.5km East of Mulhurst Ph: 780-389-3344 Email: Admin@TrikeZone.com

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Phone 403-783-1890 Fax 403-783-3487 Email grant.mccormick@cpsagu.ca

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880 BUS DRIVER required

RIMBEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

is looking to hire a bus driver for

ONE OF OUR BUS ROUTES.

Please inquire to Cal @ 403-357-3291 or email clv@telus.net

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Calnash 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 are looking for that special person to fill a key role in our store. You will need to be an outgoing self motivated person capable of working closely with others.

You will be responsible for: • Basic office duties • Customer service and deliveries.

• Drivers license is required.

Please apply with resume to: 16701 Hwy. 53 Or email ddougherty@napacanada.com

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

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

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!

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

Reply in confidence by email:

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

cpateman@ponokachrysler.com Craig Pateman Service Manager Fax: 403-783-8140

At Canadian Pacific, our employees are using state-ofthe-art technologies to ensure we are operating a safe and reliable railway through the communities in which we live, work and play. Be a part of our team.

We are currently recruiting: 13032MC1 Seasonal Labourers - Alberta Work Equipment Maintainers - Alberta We offer: t (SFBU XBHFT CFOFöUT BOE QFOTJPO QMBO t &NQMPZFF EJTDPVOUT PO USBWFM WFIJDMFT NPSF t 0QQPSUVOJUJFT GPS DBSFFS BEWBODFNFOU t " TBGFUZ GPDVTFE XPSL FOWJSPONFOU t &EVDBUJPO BOE USBJOJOH QSPHSBNT t 1IZTJDBM XFMMOFTT TVCTJEZ t 0VUEPPS XPSL If you are someone who is dedicated, with a desire to work outdoors, has a flexible schedule and wants to make a difference, please apply by: Sunday, March 17, 2013, at www.cpr.ca.

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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 exible 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.

WOLF CREEK GOLF RESORT ANNUAL JOB FAIR

For the 2013 Golf Season

Saturday, March 30 • 10:00am - 2:00pm The following positions are available:

GOLF SHOP • Golf Shop Sales Associate • Outside Services - Landing, Carts & Range • Player Assistants & Starters GROUNDS CREW • General Laborers Semi retired/retired physically ďŹ t individuals Full & Part-Time Seasonal Sta High School Students - 2 nights/wk + weekends Full time when school is out

BEVERAGE STAFF • Banquet Sta • Breakfast Servers • Lounge Servers • Snack Den Attendants & Beverage Carts CULINARY STAFF • Apprentice Chef • Breakfast Cook • Line Cooks • Dishwashers

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

Legal Services

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

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

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346

Cleaning

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION • OďŹƒce Assistant

NEW TO YOUR COMMUNITY ?

Our Hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful community information.

Be sure to call

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Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca

Personal Services

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Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face.

We care. For conďŹ dential 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+).

Cleaning

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

Pet Services

* 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

Darci Mitchell 403-783-2662 Positions Wanted

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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

+ A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!

CALL:

1-877-223-3311 To Place Your Ad Now! Misc.

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Auctions

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990

Antiques & Art

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ELIZABETH’S Antique & Collectible Sale. Alberta Aviation Museum, 11410 Kingsway Ave., Edmonton, AB. March 15-16, 2013.

Friday 2-8 P.M. & Saturday 10-4 P.M. Over 140 Tables!

Auctions

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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 75 QUARTERS LAND, Oyen, Alberta - Ritchie Bros Unreserved Auction.

1HQ, 30 Parcels Farmland, 6 Parcels Grazing Lease, $21,000 Surface Lease Revenue.

Jerry Hodge 780-706-6652 rbauction.com/realestate.

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 DELTA OILFIELD CONTROLS (Rocky) Ltd. Tuesday, March 19, 10 a.m., MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds, Alberta.

Selling picker & PU service trucks, trencher, shop, construction & specialty tools, new residential & oilfield electrical & instrumentation stock, misc.; www. montgomeryauctions.com.

1-800-371-6963

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

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

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

SIMPLE!

It’s simple to run a Garage Sale Ad in the Classified section and make quick cash.

Phone Classifieds 1-877-223-3311.

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COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 3rd Annual Edmonton Motor Show Classic Car Auction. April 19 - 21.

Edmonton Expo Centre.

Over 75,000 spectators.

Consign today.

1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com UNRESERVED AUCTION. New surplus, siding, windows/doors, truck, tampers, furniture, tools, hardware, and more. 10 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 1235 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, Alberta. Scribner Auction 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet.com

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

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Used appliances available Six month warranty

Berni's Refrigeration

and Appliance Service We deliver and install your purchases.

403-783-4880 Welding

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Welding

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

FAX: (403) 783-8178

•• Free Estimates •• Fully Insured ••

Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net

403•396•7623 Well Drilling

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Well Drilling

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Well Drilling

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RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)

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ANTIQUE SALE 1st SUN. OF THE MONTH AT 1 P.M. 403-782-5693 Check website for full listing

Auctions

MAIN: (403) 783-7591

Requires:

Handyman

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A

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

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

NOW

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

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CLINKERS KENNELS

Personal Home Cleaning

Please attend in person to the Main Clubhouse with resume

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Personal Services

Rental Misc

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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

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Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

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View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

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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

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Auctions

AUCTION SALE

Antique & Collectible Sunday March 17 10 a.m.

Olds Air Cadet Hall-52nd street Olds AB

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

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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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

Rail King Trains, Houses, Buildings, CN & CP trains, American flyer train set, Lionel trains, Coins, Hockey cards, Glassware, Crocks, Calgary stampede p o s t e r s , W e s t e r n A r t , Firewood Comic books, Jewelry, Furniture, Collectibles. Just too much to mention. Sale LOGS is subject to additions & Semi loads of pine, spruce, deletions. tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Check the Web for full Lil Mule Logging listing and pictures.

403-318-4346

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Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531

www.auctionsales.ca

CALL LEEN VOGELAAR 403-704-0919

Building Supplies

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.

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Building Supplies

LOOKING FOR a shop?

Post Frame Buildings.

AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices.

For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email ryan.afab@gmail.com.

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

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

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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

The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311 NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! Newly Patented!

“Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator. Eliminates: Shock Chlorination; iron bacteria; smell; bacterial breeding in water wells.

Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. Visit our 29 inventions; www.1800bigiron.com

Pets & Supplies

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

On campus residences & farm. Fairview, Alberta.

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

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LLB Angus 27TH ANNUAL

BULL & FEMALE SALE MARCH 10, MARCH 16,2012 2013 at the farm, Erskine AB

Offering over 700 head of Quality Angus Cattle Canada’s Largest Angus Production Sale

150 yearling bulls • 150 yearling bulls two year old bulls • 100 bulls

fall two-year-old born yearling bulls

120 yearling heifers • 150 yearling heifers commercial heifers • 300 commercial heifers LEE & LAURA BROWN Box 217, Erskine, Alberta T0C 1G0 Phone: 403-742-4226 Fax: 403-742-2962 llbangus@xplornet.com catalogue online www.llbangus.com

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Dogs

SMALL friendly dogs to give away. Cockapoo mix, 1-5 yrs old. ......GONE!!!....

Wanted To Buy

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TAMARACK

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

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

32 BULLS For Sale

Black Angus Registered Yearlings Ph Jim

(780)

387-6050 or Bert

(780)

352-5064

2 YEAROLD SIMMENTAL BULLS. April/May born coming two year old bulls. Full bloods and reds. Very quiet bulls.

Fully guaranteed. We keep them until they are needed and deliver them.

For more info call Norman Simmentals.

Chris (403)883-2397 or Rod (403)883-2482.

Located 4.5 miles east of Donalda on hwy 53 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 ENGLISH RIDER Development Program - Level 1 & 2. Instructor - Certified Equine Canada Coach. Theory and hands-on. June 26 deadline.

GPRC Fairview, Alberta.

July 6, 12, 13, 14.

1-866-378-9675; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview INTRODUCTION to Equine Hoof Anatomy and Trimming. Theory and hands-on with specimen hooves. April 6, 7, 13, 14.

March 20 deadline.

GPRC Fairview, Alberta.

1-866-378-9675; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211

Livestock

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DENTISTRY

RIMBEYDENTALCARE

MEL’S MAINES & JANELL SHORTHORNS - Purebred red, red/white, and black maine and shorthorn yrlg bulls available. - Mel Barkley 403-740-4958

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

Family Friendly Dentistry

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

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

DENTAL CARE

SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963

BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

4037835225 • 4037835235

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Poultry

5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5

DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARR DR. JEFF BARR • DR. GREG EDWARDS

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

Linden, AB 403-546-3130

- General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations

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“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

Whatever You’re Selling...

W H Th CLASSIFIEDS 1-877-223-3311 Grain, Feed Hay

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ROUND STRAW BALES FOR SALE! Barley & Oat Straw available – Can Deliver –

403-783-2745 DEALERS WANTED: Hannas Seeds need agents to sell alfalfas, clovers and grasses plus hay, pasture, turf, native and reclamation mixtures.

Contact Esther 1-800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds.com

EASY! The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311 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

DO YOU WANT YOUR AD TO BE READ BY 100,000 Potential Buyers???

TRY

Classified Advertising SERVING CENTRAL ALBERTA RURAL REGION

CALL 1-877-223-3311

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

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

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5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

ADVANCED EYE HEALTH & VISION EXAMS CONSULTATION & REFERRAL SERVICES DESIGNER EYE WEAR & CONTACT LENSES INSURED MEDICAL EYECARE SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES

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

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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Grain, Feed Hay

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ROUND hay bales for sale.

We deliver. Self unloading. No Sunday calls Please. 403-843-6380

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service 3912 - 66 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 www.wcmltd.ca

Ph: 403.783.3501 Fax: 403.783.3531 wcmltd@telus.net

GUITAR LESSONS

Guitar Lessons Absolute Beginners to Advanced

Rock‘Pop ‘Blues ‘Jazz ‘

Call Brian 403 704 5608 CHILD SAFETY FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTION 3rd Wednesday of the month By appointment only To register or for more information call Christine at 403.783.3987 or email christine_swift@cooperators.ca

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

VETERINARY SERVICES

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200 8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call Dr. Bill Frischke • Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Emily Ames

PAINTING (1997) Residential & Commercial • Interior & Exterior • Wallpaper hanging • Free Estimates

Serving Ponoka & Central Alberta for the past 35 years.

Jerry Witvoet Jr. Ponoka, AB (403) 783-6335 Cell: (403) 783-1523

Reaching 6000 households weekly

For just

$30 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

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

Houses/ Duplexes

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Houses For Sale

4020

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

3 BDRM. house in Ba- PONOKA 4 BDRM. 1 1/2 shaw, 1360 sq.ft., 2 car b a t h , 5 appls, det. garage, $1000/mo. $187,000 403-963-0204 $1000 d.d., no utils., avail.

April 1, call 403-348-3058 FARM house S.W. of Rimbey, 3 bedrooms, 5 appliances, utilities incld’d, n/s, no pets. $1100. + d.d.

403-843-2733, 704-9502 PONOKA 3 bdrm. small house on large treed lot, rent $900, 4 appls., quiet working mature tenants only 403-704-1645 403-704-6509

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

5326 47 AVE.

Unit #306 - 2 bdrm. condo, w/solid hardwood flooring, downtown R.D. Underground parking. Needs Condos/ bathroom updated & Townhouses painting. Price range between $160,000 PONOKA: newer 2 bdrm. $170,000. 403-815-0429 townhouse, 1-1/2 bath, 5 or 540-6066 to view. appls., avail. April 1.

Call 403-783-8699

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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

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

2 bdrm house with single garage N/S, N/P $750/mnth plus DD Available April 1 403-588-0597 3 BDRM. Duplex, 4 appls., rent $850 + utils. avail.

Mar. 15, 403-783-3860

Houses/ Duplexes

Suites

3060

4090

Manufactured Homes

THINKING OF SELLING? We need your 1990 or PONOKA: 2 bedroom newer manufactured or apartment, $690, blinds, modular home (to be moved). heat, water, fridge, stove.

Adult building, no children, For free evaluation contact Terry at 1-877-347-0417 no pets. (403)783-5434 or terry * RIVERSIDE APTS. * @grandviewmodular.com.

Newly renovated TWO ONLY! 1 & 2 bedroom units in SRI 3 bedroom/2 bath, Ponoka: 3724-45 Street.

20’ X 76’ Promotional 403-357-0287 Homes. $10,000 less than market value! Free delivery Rooms (100 miles), skirting, over-range microwave.

For Rent Bonus: $1,000 Brick Certificate. Call now!

Dynamic, 1-877-341-4422; Looking for a mature www.dynamicmodular.ca

3090

employed female to share main oor of my home.

Please call Kay 403-704-2213

VOLUME PURCHASE on our new Alaskan Series! 1520 sq. ft. $129,900 until March 30.

Includes Arctic insulation package and stainless steel appliances. Toll free 1-855-463-0084; www.jandelhomes.com

Out Of Town Property 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

4170

ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton.

Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15% May 17-31, 2013.

Suitable for cabin/house, RV or investment.

1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com.

OKANAGAN REAL ESTATE ALL PROPERTIES “Best Buys�, fastest & easiest way to check it all at no cost to you.

Check out our website: 2percentokanagan.com

Call Bill Conroy or Keith Acheson @ 403-346-6655

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Call Mark Hansen 10 am-5 pm Mon-Fri @ 403 343 0824 or email gmarkhansen@shaw.ca

The above is a selection of choices please visit our website www.advantagecommercial.ca

PROPERTIES FOR RENT COMMERCIAL

3000 sq ft commercial building downtown. Good retail/office space on Chipman Ave. For sale or lease.

Welcome Home!

RESIDENTIAL

The right place to find the right person for the job.

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

BUSINESS AVAILABLE IN ALBERTA

Independent Pizza- steady family bus, 75% takeout/delivery estimate net $172144 DQ Grill & Chill 6DOHV XS QHZO\ XSJUDGHG 5HQR FDVK ÀRZ XS WR Quiznos- sales growth potential could net $255000 low rent, can open 2nd location 30 yr Established Glass Shop- Auto, builders, residential, commercial, 2 owners with 2 staff Full Service Laundromat FRPPHUFLDO VDOHV RYHU H[SHFWDWLRQV KLW D SUR¿W RI

GREIG HOLDINGS INC.

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

4140

Motorcycle repair shop – sales in excess of $400,000.00 and growing Manufacturing operation – covers for boats, trucks price $82,000.

Liquor Store – land, buildings & eq. northern Alberta Restaurant – no franchise fees, full service sales 1.4 M Crane & Picker operation – well established, owner’s wishes to retire sales 800,000.

3020

2 bdrm house c/w fridge, stove, washer, dryer. $800.00/mo. Available immediately

Businesses For Sale

403.783.3311

Celebrating the birth of your child? Share your happy news with family & friends with a special announcement in the classifieds.

1.877.223.3311

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

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PLUMBING SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs” Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345

PLUMBING

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm

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

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

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

Book On-Line Serving Central Today!

Alberta

403.783.8322

Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300

Motorcycles

5080

THE ONE, THE ONLY authorized Harley-Davidson technician training program in all of Canada.

You’ll work on all types of HD bikes. Quality instruction & state-of-the-art training aids.

GPRC Fairview Campus, Fairview Alberta.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview REV UP YOUR ENGINE. Now gain 1st and 2nd year Apprenticeship Motorcycle Mechanic skills.

GPRC Fairview campus.

Hands-on training - street, off-road, dual sport bikes.

Write AB MCM exams gain 320 hours credit.

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

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

The Montana First Nation is now inviting tenders for the following lands located on Colchester Holdings a division of the Montana First Nation. The bidding for Tenders will close on March 22, 2013. The selections will be made on March 27, 2013. If you are the successful bidder we will contact you after the date stated above.

PASTURE/FARM SW 26-43-24-W4 SW 35-43-24-W4 NW 8-43-24-W4 NE 32-42-26-W4 NW 26-43-24-W4 SE 26-43-24-W4 NW 8-43-24-W4 E 22-43-25-W4 NE 23-43-25-W4 NE 9-43-24-W4 NW 9-43-24-W4 NW 8-43-24-W4 For more information contact: Suzanne Life Consultation & Lands Manager 780-585-3744 Ext. 268 suzannelife@montanafirstnation.com

Public Notice #6000

Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050

Public Notices

6010

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS ESTATE OF ELIZABETH ANN BELL who died on February 19, 2013.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by April 19, 2013, with: SIRRS LLP Barristers & Solicitors at Box 4546, 5034 - 49th Ave, Ponoka, AB T4J 1S1 and provide details of your claim.

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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

109 acres 63 acres 160 acres 181 acres 160 acres 153 acres 160 acres 226 acres 160 acres 160 acres 160 acres 160 acres

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

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

Rimbey, AB

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

6010

Public Notices

INVITATION TO TENDER TOWN OF PONOKA 2012 CAPITAL PROJECTS (RE-TENDER MARCH 2013) 50 AVENUE BETWEEN 60 STREET AND 63 STREET Sealed tenders marked “Town of Ponoka - 2012 Capital Projects (Re-Tender March 2013) - 50 Avenue Between 60 Street and 63 Street” will be received at the office of The Town of Ponoka, 5102 - 48 Ave., Ponoka, Alberta, up to 2:00 PM, Local Time, Tuesday, March 26, 2013. Bids received and not conforming to the foregoing will be returned to the Bidder(s) without consideration.

The work consists of the following approximate quantities:

www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

$

Transportation #5000-5300

AG EQUIPMENT

6010

Public Notices

•

40

lineal meters of PVC water main (10m - 200mm, 30m - 150mm)

•

3

water valves (3-150mm, 1-200mm)

•

30

lineal meters of PVC sanitary sewer (10m - 200mm, 30m - 150mm)

•

20

lineal meters of 375mm PVC storm main

•

2,800 cubic metres of earthwork

•

6,000 tonnes total of compacted granular material

•

600 lineal meters curb and gutter, monolithic sidewalk curb and gutter,

•

800 tonnes asphaltic hot mix

approaches

Contract documents will be available for viewing and pickup at the offices of Descon Engineering Services Ltd., Suite 207, 8716 - 48 Ave., Edmonton, AB, T6E 5L1 on or after Tuesday, March 05, 2013, upon receipt of a $50.00 non-refundable reproduction fee in the form of cash or check made payable to Descon Engineering Services Ltd. Contract documents will be available for viewing at the Calgary and Red Deer Construction Association Offices.

Tenders must be accompanied by a Certified Cheque or Bid Bond in the amount of 10% of the Bid Price; as well as a Consent of Surety for a Performance Bond, and a Materials and Labour Payment Bond, each in the amount of 50% of the tender price, payable to The Town of Ponoka; and a copy of Current Safety Certificate or Temporary Letter of Certification. Bids received via facsimile machine will not be accepted.

AUTO SALES

BUYERS

RANDY MOHL

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

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

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

The successful Tenderer shall be the Prime Contractor for the project pursuant to the applicable construction safety legislation.

If the Owner decides to accept a Tender and award a Contract, the selection of a successful Tenderer will be based on but not limited to price, completion date and qualification/experience of the Tenderer and sub- contractors.

Technical inquiries are to be directed to Brandon Pang at Descon Engineering Services Ltd. (Phone: 780.465.8089). A pre-tender site meeting is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at the Town Office.

The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted.

DESCON ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD. Suite 207, 8716 - 48 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E 5L1 Mr. Brandon Pang Phone: 780.465.8089 Facsimile: 780.465.5654 e-mail: brandon@descon.ab.ca

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST

$30

PER WEEK. REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK.

‡‡

Vehicles shown with some added accessories.

2013 F-150 XLT SUPER CAB 5.0L 4x4 OWN FOR ONLY

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“ WITH BEST-IN-CLASS POWER, PAYLOAD & TOWING

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IN MANUFACTURER REBATES

8 500 + 1 000 ,

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*

OR OWN FOR ONLY

,

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APR

FINANCED BI-WEEKLY FOR 72 MONTHS WITH $3,000 DOWN OR EQUIVALENT TRADE. OFFERS INCLUDE $5,500 MANUFACTURER REBATE AND $1,700 FREIGHT AND AIR TAX.

PLUS

$ 29 999 $ 199 @ 4.99%

CREW CAB MODELS

$

,

ON MOST NEW 2012/2013 TRUCKS OR CHOOSE A $750 CASH ALTERNATIVE

TOWARDS FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES

2013 SUPER DUTY ALSO AVAILABLE ON

WESTERN EDITION PACKAGE INCLUDES: • REVERSE CAMERA • TAILGATE STEP • SYNC®††† • FOGLAMPS • BLACK PLATFORM RUNNING BOARDS • 18" BRIGHT MACHINED ALUMINUM WHEELS • PLUS REMOTE START

TOWARDS FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES

ON MOST NEW 2012/2013 SUPER DUTY MODELS.

Make your truck your own during the Built Ford Tough Event.

Only at your Alberta Ford store or at albertaford.ca.

$

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UP TO

$

,

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APR

FINANCED BI-WEEKLY FOR 72 MONTHS WITH $3,200 DOWN OR EQUIVALENT TRADE.

OR LEASE FOR ONLY

398 @2.99% ±

APR

FOR 36 MONTHS WITH $600 DOWN OR EQUIVALENT TRADE. OFFERS INCLUDE $8,500 MANUFACTURER REBATE AND $1,700 FREIGHT AND AIR TAX.

WHY GO WITH THE COMPETITION’S 84 OR 96 MONTH PURCHASE PLAN, WHEN YOU COULD BE LEASING YOUR THIRD BRAND NEW FORD F-150 IN THE SAME AMOUNT OF TIME?

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ANSWER.”

AND

RECYCLE YOUR RIDE AND GET

IN ADDITIONAL INCENTIVES TOWARDS MOST NEW 2012/2013 MODELS. SUPER DUTY AMOUNT SHOWN.

3 000 ▼

,

WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. ‡Until April 30, 2013, receive $250 /$500/ $750 /$1,000 /$1,250 /$1,500 /$2,000 /$2,500/ $3,750/ $4,500 /$5,500 /$7,000 /$7,500 /$8,000 /$8,500 Manufacturer Rebates with the purchase or lease of a new 2013 Explorer Base / Edge SE/ Focus (excluding S, ST and BEV), Fiesta (excluding S), Escape (excluding S)/ Flex SE, Explorer (excluding Base), E-Series, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 value leader/ Focus S, Fiesta S/ Mustang V6 Coupe, Taurus SE/ Transit Connect (excluding Electric), F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs/Edge AWD (excluding SE)/ Edge FWD (excluding SE)/Mustang V6 Premium/ Mustang GT, F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Gas Engine/ F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) non 5.0L/ F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) 5.0L, F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cab) Diesel Engine /F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non 5.0L/ F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew 5.0L - all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. †Offer valid from March 1, 2013 to April 30, 2013 (the “Program Period”). Receive CAD$1,000 towards select Ford Custom truck accessories, excluding factory-installed accessories/options (“Accessories”), with the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford F-150 (excluding Raptor) or Super Duty (each an “Eligible Vehicle”) delivered or factory ordered during the Program Period (the “Offer”). Offer is subject to vehicle and Accessory availability. Offer is not redeemable for cash and can only be applied towards eligible Accessories. Any unused portions of the Offer are forfeited. Total Accessories may exceed CAD$1,000. Only one (1) Offer may be applied toward the purchase or lease of an eligible vehicle. Customer’s choosing to forego the Offer will qualify for CAD$750 in customer cash to be applied to the purchase, finance or lease price of an Eligible Vehicle (taxes payable before customer cash is deducted). This Offer is not combinable with CPA, GPC, Daily Rental Allowances, the Commercial Upfit Program, or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled at any time without notice. Some conditions apply. Offer available to residents of Canada only. See Dealer for details. *Purchase a new 2013 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-250 XLT Super Cab 4x4 Western Edition package with power seats for $29,999/$41,999. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate of $8,500/$5,500 has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax $1,700 but exclude optional features, administration and registration fees (administration fees may vary by dealer), fuel fill charge and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ††Until April 30, 2013, receive 4.99%/5.99% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a new 2013 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-250 XLT Super Cab 4x4 Western Edition package with power seats for a maximum of 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $431/$646 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $199/$298 with a down payment of $3,200/$3,000 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $4,266.97/$7,523.22 or APR of 4.99%/5.99% and total to be repaid is $31,065.97/$46,522.22. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $8,500/$5,500 and freight and air tax of $1,700 but exclude optional features, administration and registration fees (administration fees may vary by dealer), fuel fill charge and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. ±Until April 30, 2013, lease a new 2013 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with 5.0L engine and get 2.99% annual percentage rate (APR) financing for up to 36 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $29,999 at 2.99% APR for up to 36 months with $600 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $398, total lease obligation is $14,928 and optional buyout is $17,136. Offer includes Manufacturer Rebate of $8,500. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Manufacturer Rebate is deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,700 but exclude optional features, administration and registration fees (administration fees may vary by dealer), fuel fill charge and all applicable taxes. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions of 80,000 km over 48 months apply. A charge of 16 cents per km over mileage restrictions applies, plus applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ▼Program in effect from January 15, 2013 to April 1, 2013 (the “Program Period”). To qualify, customer must turn in a 2006 model year or older vehicle that is in running condition (able to start and move and without missing parts) and has been properly registered/plated or insured for the last 3 months (the “Criteria”). Eligible customers will receive [$500]/[$1,000]/[$2,500]/[$3,000] towards the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford [C-Max, Fusion Hybrid & Energi]/[Fusion (excluding S, Hybrid & Energi), Taurus (excluding SE), Mustang (excluding Value Leader), Escape (excluding S), Transit Connect (excluding EV), Edge (excluding SE), Flex (excluding SE), Explorer (excluding base)]/[F-150 (excluding Regular Cab 4x2 XL), Expedition, E-Series]/[F250-550] – all Fiesta, Focus, Raptor, GT500, BOSS 302, Transit Connect EV, Medium Truck, Value Leader and Lincoln models excluded (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Taxes payable before Rebate amount is deducted. To qualify: (i) customer must, at the time of the Eligible Vehicle sale, provide the Dealer with (a) sufficient proof of Criteria, and (b) signed original ownership transferring customer vehicle to the Authorized Recycler; and (ii) Eligible Vehicle must be purchased, leased, or factory ordered during the Program Period. Offer only available to residents of Canada and payable in Canadian dollars. Offer is transferable only to persons domiciled with the owner of the recycled vehicle. Offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Offer not available on any vehicle receiving CPA, GPC, Commercial Connection or Daily Rental Rebates and the Commercial Fleet Rebate Program (CFIP). Customers eligible for CFIP are not eligible for this offer. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2013 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8 6-speed automatic transmission: [15.0L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.6L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, and driving habits. **F-150: When properly equipped. Max. towing of 11,300 lbs with 3.5L EcoBoost 4x2 and 4x4 and 6.2L 2 valve V8 4x2 engines. Max. payloads of 3,120 lbs/3,100 lbs with 5.0L Ti-VCT V8/3.5L V6 EcoBoost 4x2 engines. Max. horsepower of 411 and max. torque of 434 on F-150 6.2L V8 engine. Class is Full–Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs GVWR vs. 2012/2013 competitors. ‡‡F-Series is the best-selling line of pickup trucks in Canada for 47 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association statistical sales report, December 2012. †††Some mobile phones and some digital media players may not be fully compatible – check www.syncmyride.com for a listing of mobile phones, media players, and features supported.

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford recommends that drivers use caution when using mobile phones, even with voice commands. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, not essential to driving when it is safe to do so and in compliance with applicable laws. SYNC is optional on most new Ford vehicles. ©2013 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2013 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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