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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

County undecided about funding Rimbey library and racetrack

By Amelia Naismith

bey library manager Jean Keetch made a presentation to council requesting Further decisions among Ponoka $275,000 for the library’s expansion.

County councillors on funding Rim“We have been short of space for bey’s Municipal Library have been some time,” said Keetch. “The biggest shelved for a later date. concern for me as a manager is safety.

County council has approved She says last summer 165 children its 2013 budget but has not decided came to the library for the summer whether to fund Rimbey’s library and reading program and that the library is racetrack projects. lacking shelf space, mobility space for At the March 12 meeting, Rim- those with walkers or wheelchairs, and it’s too noisy.

The Rimbey Municipal Library also doesn’t meet power resources supply standards due to the lack of space.

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Zero per cent of our soft seating contains access to power, so we have extension cords running around on the floor. As a library manager that terrifies me,” said Keetch.

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Each year the county provides the library with $150,000 and council wants to make clear that should they decide not to provide expansion funding it isn’t due to lack of generosity or support for what each councillor feels is a wonderful asset to Rimbey — with exceptional funding.

“I think we have shown some generosity and support,” said Ponoka County CAO Charlie Cutforth.

One of the reasons council decided to delay their decision is because the library’s expansion and the sale of the Rimbey Town Office for $1 created a division situation within the town that has not yet been settled.

Last year the town decided to sell their portion of the building to the library board for $1 and relocate the town office to the Provincial Building at the west end of town.

This action created a flood of letter to the editors in the Rimbey Review with two main positions; some people are for the action and feel the library’s expansion is a benefit to the town.

Others are against the action because the town office would no longer be centrally located.

The situation became even more heated and took a political turn when MLA Joe Anglin also began writing letters against the action.

Town resident Reuben Geibelhaus began a petition that gained several hundred signatures. The petition is calling for the sale of the building to be delayed and a referendum held.

“The town’s intention was to get us a bigger space,” said Keetch.

According to Keetch there are three empty buildings in Rimbey the library could have moved to. Two don’t come close to meeting the space requirements, and while the Co-op Mall came closest but it would have cost $60,000 annually, which was too costly an

option.

If the library moved to another location Keetch says it will cost approximately $36,000 just to move the Internet (Supernet) connection to meet library needs.

The town initially wanted to sell its half the building to the library board because of leasing liabilities, said Keetch. However, now it is unknown if the library will buy the building or lease it from the town.

Rimbey-area Coun. Keith Beebe wanted to know why the library couldn’t hold its programs in the upper auditorium of Rimbey’s Community Centre, which he says is used approximately eight hours per week.

However, Keetch says she would need to double her staff and that her programs need books. “The reason we have programs in the library is not to give kids something to do . . . The reason we have programming in the library is to support literacy.”

Cutforth says most libraries in rural towns are pressed for space and Rimbey’s library isn’t unique in that sense. He also acknowledged the county has been generous in their contributions to other recreational projects and organizations. However, he added the county was made aware of those requests two to three years in advance.

This year the county has delegated $1.2 million in capital contribution requests within the county.

Council feels not every want and need can be financially supported on demand. “Our money is tight this year, it’s going to be hard to come by,” said Coun.

Gawney Hinkley.

“I’m sorry but I do believe we have come past the stage of want and have come to the stage of need,” said Keetch.

Racetrack decision idling Council discussed the idea of holding a special meeting to further explore the idea of supElectronic Hearing Tests will be given at the porting the library and the racetrack, and if they DROP IN CENTRE • 5015 - 46 Avenue Ponoka, AB decide to give support, to Thursday, March 28 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. what extent. (last Thursday morning of each month) Coun. McLauchlin Beltone’s Hearing Aid Practitioners will conduct the tests. said council needs to make it clear they support It is recommended for anyone who had trouble hearing or understanding the idea of both projects conversation clearly to have a Hearing Assessment to determine if there is a but they need more dehearing loss which may be helped. tails on the raceway the D.V.A. Taps Cards Accepted library’s expansion, and Authorized Hearing Aid Service Provider for WCB Alberta how both requests could Seniors Benefit Provider affect county finances.

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“I think it needs to be made clear to the public, the county’s commitment will be closed Good Friday, March 29th. for the community component of that MSI grant has been fulfilled now Early deadline for the Wednesday, April 3rd for the entire length of publication will be Thursday, March 28th at 5 pm the program,” said Cutforth. The county is not required to use any more The office will re-open Monday, of that funding for anything besides municipal April 1st at 8:30 a.m. projects.

Cutforth recommended the approval of the budget but “the actual contributions to those who aren’t specifically already approved be withheld until they come back, we need more information. But the budget itself, these numbers won’t change.”

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Airport requests money and membership

By Amelia Naismith Ponoka County council has been requested to renew its membership in Ponoka’s Airport Commission and resume returning tax revenue generated by the hangers, which is approximately $7,000.

The county used to return the revenue to the airport but stopped more than one year ago.

“My opinion is we should keep the taxes and the membership is something we don’t need,” said Coun.

Gawney Hinkley.

Hinkley doesn’t feel any changes have been made at the airport and the county doesn’t need to involve themselves. “Nothing has changed except the trees are gone and the wind blows strong.”

Council decided to hold off on a membership and returning the tax money decision until the airport commission steps forward to present more information on changes made at the airport.

Master drainage plan Based on newfound interest, Ponoka County councillors have decided to partake in the Wolf Creek Drainage Basin master drainage plan.

Council initially was uninterested because there was no section in the plan guaranteeing the channel running thought the county would be properly cleaned.

However, a section was added to the plan, prompting council’s participation.

The total cost of the two-year project is $235,000.

In cost-sharing efforts, council will pay 10 per cent of that amount.

Without their participation Ponoka County CAO Charlie Cutforth said it would be a challenge for the county to have the channel cleaned another way. “If we don’t contribute chances of us getting support from Alberta Environment and Fisheries and Oceans is nil.”

The channel running through the county needs to be cleaned because in the past water has backed up into the golf course and residential areas.

Community hall premiums County council will now pay the interest premiums of the 14 community halls within the county.

In the past the county paid the premiums but later billed the halls.

This new procedure will cost the county between $24,000 and $25,000.

“Typically, other than gravel or the odd bit of snowplowing, all of those community halls operate on their own,” said Cutforth. He added county donations to the halls has been minimal.

“What happened to, because of the budget came down, they were all using community spirit grants

. . . they’re all gone,” said Coun Paul McLauchlin.

Without the government grants some halls are struggling to pay insurance and utility costs, which have increased.

Without the premium support some of the halls and organizations stand to dissolve, and those who were receiving provincial government support become the county’s responsibility.

Cutforth feels paying the insurance premiums to help the halls and organizations stay active is more mutually beneficial in the long run.

Ferrybank Cemetery At the request of Ferrybank Cemetery, county councillors agreed to pay half the cost of a new lawnmower for the grounds.

The county’s contribution is $2,750 and the total cost of the ride-on mower is $5,475.

The man who used to cut the grass with his own machine no longer lives in the community.

Council recognized if the cemetery is going to be kept in as good of shape as it currently is a lawnmower is a necessity.

Miss Teen Ponoka County contribution Ponoka’s pageant star, Ann-Marie Rogers Cooper, is attending the Miss Teen World competition in Toronto this summer and the county is donating $1,000 to support her.

Cutforth recommended the amount to keep a balance with local wrestler Kelsey Raab.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

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.

The Christian & Missionary Alliance

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

Corner of Hwy 53 & Hwy 2A (former Crossroads Restaurant)

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am.

5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

Phone: 403-783-4087

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

SONRISE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

Pastors and popes, it’s relationshiphood Jesus was Jewish (not I was having my Christian), our “foundweekly “Bob Hepp Special” with the good er,” Martin Luther, was a Roman Catholic folks at the Rising priest and never did like Sun Club House last the label “Lutheran.”

Wednesday when the Second, I consider TV went on and the the people of the Rowhite smoke signaling another papal election man Catholic Church blew across the screen. my brothers and sisters in Christ. We all belong There we sat captivatPastor Tim Graff to the “catholic” (unied, waiting for the “new guy” to make his debut. versal) Church; what I had to leave before we commonly refer to the pomp and ceremony concluded as the “body of Christ.” When they but that didn’t stop me from check- suffer we suffer and when they reing in later to find out who the chosen joice we are called to rejoice with one was (Cardinal Jorge Mario Ber- them. gogli of Argentina).

Third, I know what it’s like to be Now why should I be interested the runner-up and I know what it’s like to be chosen as a leader in the in this election?

First, I’m not a Roman Catholic, church. In October of 2011 I began but being a Lutheran (some call us ministry at Trinity as their interim “Evangelical Catholics”) we share pastor. I was the “fill-in” guy una common ancestry. In fact, just as til they got a “real” pastor. On Jan.

Lent: Giving up is good for you While most understand Lent to be a 40-day period leading up to Easter, during which spiritual participants give up something in their lives – anything from chocolate to alcohol to social media – it is also traditionally a time for almsgiving, or giving to the poor and needy.

“One of the most striking characteristics of the practice is that it’s a universally celebrated tradition; it’s an ecumenical principle that is interpreted in most world religions, and secular people often participate, too,” says Vassula Ryden, an internationally known speaker and author of the new book, Heaven is Real But So is Hell, www.TLIG. org.

Self-denial and charity are two sides of the same coin, says Ryden, a former model and tennis pro who

gave up a privileged lifestyle as the wife of a diplomat to serve the world’s disadvantaged populations.

She has founded more than two dozen charity houses in the poorest regions of the globe.

Ryden discusses the value of Lent and how the practice is a benefit to the world: • A matter of balance: All resources on Earth are finite, like a giant pizza with only so many slices.

Residents of first-world countries maintain a lifestyle of heavy consumption, consuming a much larger share of the earth’s resources, including water, electricity, gas, and food. Living a more moderate lifestyle during Lent can help firstworld consumers better understand how the rest of the world lives.

• The individual as a resource: A

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

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ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Chris Gnanaprakasam, S.A.C. Mass Times: 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 9:00 a.m. Sunday

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ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Alexandra Meek-Sharman (on leave) Ven. Michael Sung, Priest in Charge Voc. Deacon - Rev. Doreen Scott

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TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141

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27, 2013 I was called to be the “real” deal and on Sunday, April 7 at 7 p.m. you are invited to my installation as pastor (not quite the papal ceremony).

Being a pastor (the word actually means “shepherd’) is tough stuff. Pope Francis, Father Chris, Father Mike, Reverend Beatrix, Pastors Paul, Norm, Rob, Jerry, William, Dave, Fred, Mitch, Dana, Tom, Len, Jonathan, Matt, Ricky, Marty and I are all called to follow the Good Shepherd who next week we will remember sacrificed his life on the cross that we might all experience God’s amazing love.

That’s a hard act to follow for us as pastors and it is the very reason why there is only one Good Shepherd. The rest of us are simply understudies, constantly practicing how to live and share the costly grace of the Good Shepherd.

This week I invite you to join me in praying for Pope Francis and all pastors, priests and ministers that they will be shining reflections of the Good Shepherd.

I would also remind you that behind the titles and garb are sinful and ordinary people like Jorge Mario Bergogli and Timothy Brian Graff, people like you, who have been redeemed by our Saviour.

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person who decides to give up drinking or some other indulgence throughout Lent’s six-week period, can experience exponential benefits. The devotee can save money, save time, and improve his/her health. That extra time and money can be invested in activities that enrich one’s life, or offered to a charity.

• Scientific evidence: In recent years, science has confirmed that humans are hard-wired for helping our fellow human being. Studies by neuroscientists with the National Institute of Health have found that the mere thought of giving money to charity ignites the part of the brain associated with pleasure. Additionally, researchers in the psychology department at Hebrew University in Jerusalem found evidence that people have a genetic predisposition for giving.

• Spiritual doctrines espouse selflessness: Every major religion teaches giving. In the Bible, in Corinthians 9:7, Paul exclaims: “Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” Buddha said: “If you knew the power of generosity, you would not let a single meal go by without sharing it.”

And, in the Qu’ran, “zakat” means the practice of giving alms and is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. While all of the above are according to one’s own spiritual tradition, devotees of traditions like Lent are ultimately following a basic human need.

“Most people know when they like something a little too much,” says Ryden. “Lent is the opportunity to address our vices and focus on what should matter most to us all – our own well-being and that of our fellow men Subway Fresh and women.”

Vassula Ryden is Try Our the founder of True Life in God, an international ministry that funds charitable projects around the world, including 25 Beth Myriam houses that serve the poor.

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Reflections of Ponoka

Our first pioneers built Ponoka from the wilderness

By Mike Rainone and Dr. John Graham When our first hardy settlers arrived from many distant locations at Siding 14 in Ponoka late in the 19th century they received a warm welcome at the large brown Canadian Pacific Railway station, then looked out upon a few dirt streets and wooden buildings, all completely surrounded by lush forests in all directions.

The station had been built in 1892-93 while surveyors were marking the path and countless work crews were busy laying the steel tracks for the historical first Edmonton to Calgary railway.

In many ways that rugged train depot was the heart of the growing village and districts of Ponoka. The massive steamdriven trains rumbled into the station daily from north and south, bringing countless new settler families, visitors and the vital supplies that would be delivered by dray to new sites where our first homes and businesses were established. Freight cars full of furniture, livestock, and other precious household belongings were loaded onto waiting horse drawn wagons and transported out into the rural districts, where numerous homesteads and farms were being carved out of the vast virgin countryside.

By 1895 the Ponoka station was a beehive of activity, serving as the home of our first agent, Mr. T.J. West and his family, as well as a dozen men from the railway section crew, and a caretaker who looked after the big windmill that pumped water from the Battle River dam (now a provincial historical site) up to the tall wooden tower beside the track. When the line got busier as many as three or four trains a day were welcomed at the station, where they unloaded their precious cargo, as well as filling up with water and wood for their trip to Edmonton in the

north, or to Red Deer and Calgary to the south. These were the humble beginnings of the rapid settlement of our town and surrounding districts in the early 20th century, which through the years has been complemented and carried on for many decades by the ongoing generations and the countless newcomers, all who have continued to bring success and growth to the Ponoka district.

The W.L. Steele and W.R. Courtright families William L. Steele, at age 10, and his brother, George, 12, first arrived in Canada from London, England as orphans in 1878.

They were part of a group of 53 children organized by Annie MacPherson Homes, and were all sent to farms in the Galt, Ont. area. Will was not well treated, and both brothers would soon relocate to Exeter, Neb., where Will later met and married Clara Courtright, a teacher.

Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Courtright and their son Leonard, 16, immigrated to Ponoka in the fall of 1899. They were also accompanied by three daughters and their families, including the W.N. Shafts, who homesteaded in the Seafield district until 1913, Ina Henton in Paradise Valley, and later Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Steele. The Courtrights set up one of the first lumber and implement businesses on Chipman Avenue at the turn of the century, and built the first frame home in the Village of Ponoka on Donald Avenue. W.R. Courtright, who was a member of Ponoka’s first town council in 1904, later purchased the Deering Machinery and Wawanesa Insurance Agencies in partnership with Leonard.

After his father’s death in 1909, Leonard B. Courtright carried on the family’s

proud business tradition by expanding into the hardware business, and erecting a fine new building, which he operated until 1920, sold to the Marshall Wells chain and left Ponoka for the last time.

Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Steele decided to come to Ponoka to join the in-laws in February 1900, and homesteaded on a farm that was later owned by George Rees. In 1909 they moved into town to take over the lumber and implement business established by his late father-in-law, W.R. Courtright. The following year he purchased the palatial McKinnell home on Donald (51st) Avenue, which would remain as the family residence for almost 50 years.

With the Town of Ponoka and surrounding districts enjoying a great building boom in those early 1900s, Steele operated his successful W.L. Steele Lumber and implement business for many years, later expanding into Donald

Remember when

This classic winter photo of Walter and Jack Hoar taken in the early 1900s represents the only means of transportation available at that time to take a cow into town for the weekly Ponoka auction. The long and often challenging trek required lots of warm clothes but when the business was done it was time to pick up supplies for the farm, and maybe even a treat. The Ponoka News is pleased to salute our agricultural community, both then and now.

Photos courtesy of Dr. John Graham

Ponoka’s first lumber and implement business was established by W.R. Courtright in 1900 on Chipman Avenue, which was taken over in 1909 by son-in-law William L. Steele and operated during the town’s building boom until 1922.

This palatial home, complete with white picket fence and wooden sidewalks, was the first frame house built in the Village of Ponoka by W.R. Courtright in 1899. The dwelling was located on Donald Avenue (51st), and remained in the family for over a half a century.

Avenue, but being forced to sell to the Revelstoke Sawmill Company due to ill health in 1922. The Chipman Avenue portion was sold in 1926 and became the popular Club Cafe, while one of the lots over on Donald Avenue was sold to the Ponoka Co-operative Association in the 1940s for the location of a new shopping centre.

Mr. and Mrs. Steele were able to enjoy their retirement years, and with the help of their son cleared part of the half section of land next to his original homestead. In 1924 he was able to travel back to London, England to establish contact with his family members and then returned to Ponoka area where he lived until his death in 1947, while his wife Clara died in 1958. The five children of William and Clara Steele were: Mrs. Melvin Graham of Ponoka, Ethel (Mrs. George Biddle) of Victoria, B.C., Mrs. W.F. Roberts (Ruth) of Calgary, and sons Donald E. Steele of Winnipeg, and W.E. Steele of Edmonton. Mrs. Graham had a step-daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Milner of Victoria, B.C. , a son, John in Vernon, B.C., and a son, Allan in Ponoka.

In future editions of Reflections and Remember When in your Ponoka News we will continue to salute our early pioneer families, individuals, entrepreneurs, and business owners. If you have a story idea or photos for this feature page please phone Mike at 403-341-5750 or leave a message at the Ponoka News office down on historical old Chipman Avenue.

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Opinion Plans to draw rural MDs may be failing How do we get more doctors to practice in rural communities? This has been a long standing challenge in Canada — getting physicians to work where we need them — especially in provinces with large rural populations.

Policy makers have created and implemented some promising solutions, but until recently, there has been little evidence on whether or not the solutions are working.

Unfortunately, new research indicates that some programs aimed at retaining doctors in rural areas across the country may not be as successful as we’d hoped.

Return for service programs are seen as a key tool in addressing physician shortages, so much so that both the Conservatives and the Liberals promised a return for service program during the last federal election, and the current federal government is rolling out their own program later this year.

In a study published recently in Healthcare Policy, my colleagues and I found that most medical trainees who take return for service agreements in Newfoundland and Labrador complete their service commitments in full.

Moreover, return for service physicians stayed in these underserved communities for the long term (up to 10 years after their required service). We also found that return for service physicians were less likely to leave these communities than their counterparts who did not hold similar agreements.

Sounds pretty good, right?

Except that we also discovered that most physicians who choose to take return for service agreements wanted to work in these underserved communities in the first place.

Rather than finding new physicians who were uninterested in working in rural Canada, in Newfoundland and Labrador, these agreements appear to be encouraging already interested physicians to stay the course.

Our study also uncovered another important finding: of the 20 per cent of physicians who defaulted on some or all of their return for service contract obligations, more than half were international medical graduates (IMGs) — physicians who graduated from a medical school outside of Canada.

Why might this be the case? IMGs are obligated to take a return for service agreement to obtain a residency

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position in Canada, which is a necessary step for full licensure. In other words, their return for service commitments aren’t really as “optional,” as with Canadian graduates. Results from our study suggest that few of these physicians go on to complete their service commitment or pay back their funding.

Using international medical graduates to fill physician shortages in rural communities is nothing new. In fact, many IMGs start their careers in Canada working under special licenses that allow them to work only in underserved areas. However, requiring IMGs to take return-for-service agreements will likely do little to stop the revolving door of short-stay physicians in rural communities. It is a stop-gap, not a solution.

In 2013, the federal government will introduce its own “return-for-service program” to encourage physicians and nurses to work in underserved communities. Physicians can qualify for the program’s financial incentive ($8,000 student loan remission each year for up to five years) if they work in “eligible” communities, defined in the federal program generally as a rural community with a population of 50,000 or less that is not near a large urban center.

Unlike provincial programs, the federal government’s program does not require physicians to co-ordinate their “return” community with provincial planners so eligible communities may not necessarily be considered underserved from the local perspective.

Without meaningful follow up studies, the new federal program, like similarly structured provincial and territorial programs, may look good on paper but fail to retain doctors in underserviced areas over the long-term.

Problems with physician shortages in rural regions in Canada have existed for a long time. Isn’t it about time we had a better idea about what actually works?

Maria Mathews is an advisor with EvidenceNetwork.ca and a Professor of Health Policy/Health Care Delivery at Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Lessons learned from Iraq?

Why did George W. Bush choose March 19, 2003 to invade Iraq, rather than some day in May or July or never? Because he was afraid that further delay would give United Nations arms inspectors time to refute the accusation (his sole pretext for making an unprovoked attack on an independent country) that Saddam Hussein’s regime was working on nuclear weapons.

The US president couldn’t say that, so instead his administration’s spokesmen mumbled about the need to get the war over and done with before the summer heat made fighting impossible. Yet American soldiers proved perfectly capable of operating in that summer heat during the ensuing seven years of fighting, in which over 4,000 of them were killed.

That was nothing compared to the number of Iraqi deaths. An estimated 121,000 Iraqi civilians have died in the military and political struggles of the past 10 years, and Iraq’s infrastructure has still not recovered to its prewar level. More than a million Iraqis still live in internal exile, unable to return to the homes from which they were “cleansed” during the Sunni-Shia sectarian war of 2006-2007, and another million have fled the country for good.

The war certainly didn’t help Iraq, and from the perspective of American grand strategy its main result has been to weaken the US position in the Gulf region and strengthen that of its perceived opponent, Iran. Why on earth did it invade in the first place?

The strategist Edward Luttwak once suggested that the real reason was that the invasion of Afghanistan in 2001 had been too easy. After 9/11 the American people really wanted to punish somebody and Afghanistan had not provided enough catharsis.

So another invasion was an emotional necessity, and (given the American public’s ignorance about the Middle East) almost any Arab country would do.

Gwynne Dyer Guest Columnist

There was certainly a parallel desire among the neo-conservatives in the Bush White House to restore American power to unchallenged dominance after what they saw as the fecklessness of Bill Clinton’s administrations in the 1990s. That required a short and successful war that would put everyone else in awe and fear of American military might — but, once again, any weak and unpopular country would have done. Why Iraq?

The closest we can come to a rational answer is the argument, common in Washington a decade ago, that permanent military bases in Iraq would give America strategic control of the entire Gulf region.

The role of those bases would not be to ensure prompt delivery of the region’s oil to the United States at a low price: only 11 per cent of US oil imports come from there. The bases would instead enable the United States to block Gulf exports of oil to China if the United States found itself in a confrontation with that country. (Geo-strategic arguments are often frivolous.)

None of these explanations can justify what was done, and we haven’t even gone into the damage done to international law by this blatantly criminal act. But can we at least conclude that the world, or even just the United Nations, has learned a lesson from all this?

Probably yes for the United States, at least until memories fade. (Give it 10 more years.) Not so much for the rest of the world, but then most other countries are less prone to invade faraway places anyway.

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

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Are you being heard?

Dear Editor: The purpose of any taxpayers’ association is to make sure that you, the taxpayer, is being heard by those you have elected to represent you.

Bear in mind that most often taxpayers’ associations function at the municipal level only, in other words, dealing with town and county. You, the taxpayers, are also responsible for paying federal and provincial taxes and electing federal and provincial governments. You also have the responsibility of holding your appointees to account.

It’s your tax dollar. It’s your responsibility to ensure that dollar is spent wisely.

If and when the people you have entrusted to represent you fail to meet their obligation and commitment to you, the taxpayer, then you had better

Historian pride Dear Editor: Once again I’ve spent some very enjoyable time reading Mike Rainone’s column. His stories about past events and the colourful people that lived them are always informative and most entertaining.

In my mind he has become the town historian, and if our local Herodotus hasn’t considered the idea of producing a book I think he should.

Kevin Ferguson

make your voice heard.

Due to the economic downturn we are experiencing, much of what has to be accomplished in the next two to three years will have to come from you, the grassroots. If any advancement is to take place at the local level it will have to come from you — the new pioneers. By your efforts: determination, dedication, volunteerism, foresight, vision, resilience and persistence Ponoka can and will grow. Are you up to the challenge?

The Ponoka County and Town Taxpayers Association (PCTTA) is a volunteer organization of concerned citizens who are willing to dedicate their time and effort to a cause that will afford you, the taxpayers, with an opportunity to ensure your voice will be heard. We will speak on your behalf.

The PCTTA is a duly constituted nonprofit organization registered under the provincial charities act and is open to all taxpaying members of the community.

Meetings will be held monthly throughout the 2013 on the last Wednesday of the month at the Ponoka County office on Highway 2A south. The next meeting is March 27 at 7 p.m.

We will be there to represent you.

Are you up for the challenge?

Robert Mackenzie, president

Town Times

Come visitCome us visit us: 5102 -48 Avenue; Ponoka, AB T4J 1P7 Phone: 403-783-4431 Fax: 403-783-6745 Email: town@ponoka.org Or Check us out Online: www.ponoka.ca

NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Summer Student Laborers Parks and Public Works Departments. Visit www.ponoka.ca for more information on this position. Submit your resume to: Town of Ponoka; 5102 - 48 Avenue, Ponoka, AB. T4J 1P7 or email to HR@ponoka.org.

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.

Report a Pot Hole / Sidewalk Repair Have you noticed a pot hole on your street or back lane or have a sidewalk that is in need of repair? Please visit our website: www.ponoka.ca and fill out the Community Feedback Form, or call the Town Office at 403-783-4431 with the location, so we can add it to the repair list.

Thank you for your assistance.

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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.

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TRADE FAIR April 19 & 20 If you can: - sing - dance - play a musical instrument - or have any other type of talent please contact:

Judy Dick, Ponoka News 403-783-3311 or Les Jaster, Ponoka & District Chamber of Commerce 403-783-3888

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.**

Complex Closure The ice arena and curling facilities at the Ponoka Culture & Recreation Complex are scheduled to close for the season at the end of the operational day on Sunday, March 24th. The management and staff of the facility thank all users for their patronage and cooperation over the past season. See ya next Fall!

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

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Next Town Council Meeting March 26, 2013 at 7:00 pm.

Visit our website @ www.ponoka.ca for copy of the agenda.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.

~ Charles Dickens

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Is four storeys too tall?

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A group of developers is going back to the drawing board after town council denied their property rezoning request.

The Knights of Columbus, operating under the name of the Ponoka Columbus Club, applied to rezone four properties on 52 Avenue near 51 Street to high density residential (R4) from direct control. Lots 2, 3, 5 and 6 are intended for the first phase to develop two, four-storey senior housing residences with underground parking.

Karen Williams, one resident on the same street, was in favour of the proposal during a public hearing March 12 but had worries over the size of the proposed building. “I think it’s an awesome idea what they’re trying to do with those houses. My concern is the height of the building, the four storeys.”

She wondered if town council could restrict the height. An R4 district does not have any height restrictions, explained Mayor Larry Henkelman.

The Ponoka Columbus Club stated in a letter they were considering a four-storey building similar to Tamarack Court across from the United Church but smaller in size.

If council decided to rezone the lots to R4 then a future developer could conceivably build six-storey building, said Coun. John Jacobs. He wondered if there was another option.

“Do we even have to rezone? Can we not leave it as direct control and issue a building permit?” asked Jacobs.

The only other larger building on that block is the St. Augustine Catholic Church; houses make up the rest of the properties.

Coun. Rick Bonnett wondered what the state of the infrastructure is in the area. “Is there sufficient sewer line to take everything away there?”

Despite the age of the pipes Mike Lewis, director of operations and property services feels the size of the pipes could handle the extra use. “My concern would be the material not the shape and size of it.”

A letter from Lorna Rost also stated her support of the project but she also asked councillors to consider the height. “I contemplated this for some time and believe that progress for the town is important.”

She feels a seniors’ building would be a benefit to the community but believes four-storey buildings would look like a skyscrapers amid single-family residences, especially for lot 4 in the middle, which is privately owned.

“I also am reminded of the movie Up when I envision the proposed development,” Rost added.

There were no representatives of the club at the public hearing but one member, Fred Calkins, said in an interview the first stage is to build just west of lot 4.

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This is a view of the properties along 52 Avenue looking west that the Ponoka Columbus Club requested be rezoned to high density residential.

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Drop-In Centre TAKE NOTE! The pot luck and general meeting will not be held on March 29th, in respect for Good Friday. It has been rescheduled for one week earlier, Friday, March 22 starting at 5:30 P.M. Cost has been reduced to $2.00 a person to reflect the pot luck nature of our meal. Please bring a dish, whether meat based, vegetable or deserts. Also, bring your own dishes and flatware. At $2.00 a plate and a bit of your time, you will be kept aware of how the Drop-In Centre is doing and perhaps where long term planning will be taking us. Bring a friend or two if you can so they can see what we are about. Of course they are not allowed to vote.

The usual Saturday jam session scheduled for March 30th has been cancelled.

We are still looking for new members. The Drop-In Centre was meant to provide a service to seniors in the town and county of Ponoka.

We also accept memberships from more distant folks if they wish to take part in our activities. Our group starts at age 55. You may not think that as being a senior age unless you are a golfer. But we would like to have more with their youthful senior enthusiasm and thoughts.

I am only wondering! …. Why does our town have signs at both ends of 46th Avenue pointing to the direction of the Kinsmen Recreation Centre, plus a sign on the corner of 54th Street with the addition of a pictogram directing you to the covered swimming facility. Last time I checked, the Drop -In Centre is on that very same Avenue and are also providing a service and entertainment to Ponoka people and visitors. We have only been here since 1986. Perhaps that is why we were overlooked or perhaps it’s because the town never holds any functions here?

You may be getting tired of me extolling the great entertainment provided on Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Yes I am referring to the Central Alberta Jam and Dance. We have some of the best musicians in Central Alberta playing and singing for our entertainment and dancing pleasure.

Any age participants are allowed in, as this is a family style event. So no, you do not have to be over 55 to attend, just need to have the urge to listen or participate. Musicians who want to be heard and keep their skills up to scratch are also invited. They are what makes it go. Cost is $2.00 at the door and also provides a half time snack and coffee/tea.

I cannot stop without a word about our Gospel Music Night every third Sunday evening at 7 pm. The best Country and Southern Gospel sounds in the area. We are very proud of this venture as it is singing and playing again of local bands. They are a pleasure to listen to “Make Their Joyous Sound unto Your Lord”. Again there is a cost of $5.00 a person. We also invite the recreation therapists at the Senior Centers and Hospitals to consider our music and song as a help to some of your residents.

Don’t forget to inquire if you wish to rent our facilities. Contact Dorothy to arrange at (403)783-3027 or George at (403) 783-3514.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

PONOKA NEWS Page 9

Another overseas scam strikes Ponoka

By Amelia Naismith A 58-year old Ponoka resident has lost approximately $9,000 in a scam.

It seems the resident met a man on a website who claimed to live in Canada but worked overseas. The scammer asked for money because their paycheck was frozen, due to its large amount.

After the money was sent to the UK the scammer requested a second amount, claiming their passport had been seized by authorities.

The Ponoka resident was also contacted by an individual claiming to be the scammer’s lawyer.

Fireman complaint On March 13 the RCMP received a complaint of a 31-year old man driving

aggressively.

The volunteer firefighter was using a green emergency strobe light but upon investigation it was discovered there was no fire emergency taking place at that time.

It was determined to be misuse and the man has been co-operative with the investigation.

911 call A raspy, female voice called for 911 assistance March 14 at 11 a.m. and would only say she needed help, then put down the phone. She wouldn’t answer any other questions.

Police entered the residence through the basement window and found the 68-year old woman laying in bed, unresponsive and in medical distress.

Direct control effects Continued from page 8 They are only in the beginning stages and he does not know how a three- storey building would affect their plans.

“We’ve only done some preliminary costing so what the affect that would have I am not sure,” explained Calkins.

He hopes to speak with the town and then the club’s planning committee will make a decision.

If the town maintains direct control that does not mean the deal is “dead in the water,” explained Betty Jurykoski, director of planning and development.

Under direct control councillors have the final say on major decisions such as

how high a building is permitted to be constructed.

If the plans fit within town policies, the building code and the municipal development plan, she is able to make decisions without having council make the determination.

“It it’s a building code issue, I can deal with that,” said Jurykoski.

Coun. Bonnett made a motion to approve second reading on the plan but have administration discuss the potential of a three-storey building before final reading. The motion was defeated and council decided to keep the lots under direct control.

She was taken to hospital shortly after.

Youths lose nerve On March 14 at 9:30 p.m. four or five young men, suspected to be underage, entered a Ponoka liquor store.

One wore a face mask and another was carrying a piece of wood.

RCMP believe they may have been there to shoplift but lost their nerve without attempting anything.

The clerk may have recognized one of the males and asked how his mother was doing.

Distracted driving RCMP received complaint of a distracted driver at 5:30 p.m. on March 16.

The driver is believed to have been speeding northbound to the Leduc area while texting and smoking a bong at the same time.

No license plate was recorded and the vehicle was never located.

Heavily intoxicated fighter A 21-year old man was kicked out of a Ponoka bar for fighting Saturday night and the owner called the police after the drunk repeatedly attempted to re-enter.

Once RCMP arrived on scene they were told the suspect had gotten into a taxi and was headed across the river.

The taxi was contacted and the suspect was found at his apartment by trails left in the snow.

Police found him very intoxicated and when they asked him to spell his name he used both letters and numbers.

The man was also under house arrest at the time of the incident. He’s been charged with assault and breaching conditional sentence order.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Town lagoon receiving improvements over two years

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Ponoka’s lagoon treatment system is receiving improvement after town councillors approved spending $489,649 for additional aeration.

The project brings aeration treatment to storage cell 3 and three solar powered aerators in storage cells 1 and 2. Ammonia and nitrogen are used to treat the cells but effluent treatment can be inefficient in the winter months as fluids freeze up.

Aeration stops freezing in the cells and treated effluent can be re-

leased in the spring, Mike Lewis, director of operations and property services told councillors March 12.

“We were able to get two different types of treatment for the same amount of money and at the end of it al the solar powered aerators are ours, we don’t rent them.”

Lewis originally requested $225,000 for the first stage of the project in 2013 and $300,000 for the second stage in 2014 plus environmental fees.

He feels the benefit is not necessarily in the cost, which is relatively

close to the same as budgeted but more in “the fact that we’re going to be able to drop cells early and the water’s going to be good.”

Air compressor systems are already running and the difference is the installation of additional airlines in cell 3.

Funds of $280,000 will be used from the 2013 capital budget and $250,000 will be used in 2014.

Engineering fees are expected to cost $50,000.

Nelson Environmental was awarded the aeration treatment project and H2O Logic was awarded the installation of the solar powered aerators.

Snow removal Coun. Rick Bonnett asked why snow has been removed near the North Bridge after being placed there originally. He was questioned about the process by a resident.

Lewis said Alberta Environment does not allow snow to be stored within 200 metres of the river in case of waste or garbage flowing into the

river from melting snow. He wanted to clear the roadways in a timely fashion. “I opted to move snow from the there with the intent of moving it later.”

CAO Brad Watson said the town is looking to work with the province. “Our intent is to get a waiver to put virgin snow there.”

Snow without salt, dirt and garbage might be allowed to be stored at that location without later removal as long as it meets criteria.

Snow is currently being stored west of the CoOp Oils location.

Wine and cheese evening: (Right) Ken Robinson admires a dark wine during a wine tasting session at the Ponoka Jubilee Library, March 15.

(Bottom right) Anne-Marie Opsteen enjoys several wines at the library, complete with commentary and discussion — but no whining.

Christina McMeekin: I just started at Ponoka Outreach in January. The staff and students have all been so welcoming to me. I immediately felt like part of the family. I am teaching math and science to students in grades 8 to 10. I have enjoyed my first few months here and look forward to working with such great people!

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A team of 500+ world-class scientists, researchers, engineers, technicians, business experts and others are on the job, working to diversify Alberta’s economy.

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Every year, Tech Futures helps enhance the possibilities for more than 3,000 entrepreneurs, large and small businesses, industries and government agencies in Alberta. It melds practical problem solving with scientific exploration and invention.

It expands and nurtures the entrepreneurial ‘frontier’ spirit so much a part of who we are and what we do in Alberta. Its goals are ambitious, its work exciting.

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Tech Futures is continually looking to recruit bright, creative people who enjoy problem-solving and trouble-shooting their way through complex challenges. It actively encourages employees to think ‘outside the box’ and challenge the status quo.

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AITF’s biofibres lab, is one such employee. Heslinga wondered if the biofibres he works with every day might be applied in a novel way. To make a guitar.

He began by applying numerous colours of dye to some paper-thin strands of wood. Resin and pressure were then added to the strands to create a rainbow-coloured block of biofibre. Later, Heslinga cut it into the shape of a Fender Stratocaster electric guitar. He then installed the hardware and electronics salvaged from another guitar.

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“This experience opened our eyes to different cultures and gave us the opportunity to build friendships with students from around the world – global citizens who take an active role in international affairs.”

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By Amelia Naismith By the end of 2013 technology will still be advancing and doubling every three years. It is the duty of schools to prepare their students to enter and succeed in this rapidly changing world.

Technology and societal trend projections are calculated according to Moore’s Law and International Technology Roadmap for Semiconductors.

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WCPS works at teaching students about the conveniences and pitfalls of the digital world.

Jacobs says schools are looking at how to create powerful learning environments and “how to move forward with dealing with new problems and new events.�

The Internet creates a vast vat of knowledge for students to access and schools divisions want to focus students’ use of the newly gained knowledge to become critical thinkers.

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Jacobs says teachers would take these worksheets as a sign the students understood the lesson. Schools now realize students need to be engaged on different levels and teachers are gravitating toward using real world problems and examples as teaching methods.

However, one challenge the Internet leaves schools is making students realize not everything there is well prepared or factual. “It’s a mile wide and an inch deep,� explained Jacobs, who wants WCPS students to approach the Internet with a philosophy to be discriminatory on commentary.

But, the easy access to the Internet renders it a powerful learning opportunity for students.

Some teachers have taken to putting their lessons online and students can even watch virtual dissections with added commentary. With the Internet

students don’t have to depend solely on classroom time for learning.

Jacobs says students are reaching out and becoming their own society on the Internet. This allows them to interact with each other in an even more transparent way, through blogs or forums, on an ongoing educational basis.

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College holds open house for community benefits

By Amelia Naismith

Teacher Linda Zerbe and students Cara-lyn Rain (centre) and Ayla Buffalo look over school work during Maskwacis Cultural College’s open house, March 15. Photo by Amelia Naismith

The doors are always open to the community.

Hobbema’s Maskwacis Cultural College’s annual open house stems from that philosophy.

“Instead of being separate from the community we’re saying we’re yours, we belong to the Four Bands,” said Carla Wells-Listener, dean of academic affairs.

The college held an professional development survey asking what local organizations wanted to see at the college. Some responses included proposal writing, business communication courses, leadership and team building and more cultural aspects in the programming.

To invite the community into the school the college is holding a birdhouse building workshop that will also include lessons on the birds from a Plains Cree perspective. It will be held May 17 at the college. For more information contact Willis Littlepoplar at the Maskwacis College Library.

Another workshop is called Splash of Colour and will take March 27 at 11:30 a.m.

The open house serves to showcase to the community what the school’s accomplished over the year and allows for more transparency between the programs for the students.

“I think it helps us realize we accomplish these things,” she explained.

Wells-Listener also wanted to use the open house, March 16, to present renovations and new programs the school has.

One is the men’s literacy program, which starts the beginning of April. “(It’s) for men that have been Choosing the right path begins with quality local education right here at out of school for a long time,” said Wells-Listener.

Wells-Listener says the school is in between two home. Education truly is the key to unlocking opportunity in the modern educational systems, the traditional Plains Cree and the western system. She wants to use the program economy. to have the two systems blend, rather than watching them clash.

The school also offers programs in early childhood development and social work.

This June the school will celebrate and honour close to 100 graduates. “This is a big number for us.

Usually we have 50 to 60,” said Wells-Listener.

The college’s library was also a highlight of the open house.

The library houses more than 40,000 books, in• Diamond Willow Middle School • Ponoka Elementary School cluding more than 2,000 in a prized indigenous law • Ponoka Outreach School • Ponoka Composite High School library.

There are adult literacy and parenting books as • Crestomere School • Mecca Glen School well as a treaties archive. “People talk about treaties but how many people know the details,” said librar• Centennial Centre Patients’ School • Wolf Creek Home Education ian Manisha Khetarpal.

The library also boasts a vast collection of grey literature, which is not mass-produced literature and is used to develop literacy programs.

Even with the renovations Wells-Listener wants to be out of the college’s current location and in a new building within two to three years.

The new college is estimated to cost $23 million and is going to be environmentally friendly. It will also feature a theatre, gym and museum and universiPonoka Christian School ty-sized classrooms.

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Helpful hints when choosing post-secondary school

While high school seniors are busy choosing prom dates and graduation wardrobes, high school juniors are generally on the hunt for colleges.

Scheduling tours and visiting post-secondary school fairs can help students narrow down their choices.

High school seniors may be preparing for prom or getting ready to receive their diplomas, but high school juniors may be spending their time investigating colleges.

Test scores and applications factor heavily into where a student will go to college, but students must also find a school where they feel comfortable.

Choosing the right college can help a person start off on the right foot. Here are some helpful hints for students when researching colleges.

• Brand-name schools aren’t the be-all, end-all.

While the well-known universities, may garner a lot of attention, there are many other lesser-known schools that will provide a quality education.

• Think about school size. Students who thrive regardless of class size may not have to worry as much about the size of a school. Those who like an intimate setting and more one-on-one interaction may want to gear their searches to schools that have a smaller population.

• Factor in costs. Part of the decision-making process will involve the costs of going to school. Although some students defer paying for college by taking out loans, keeping the bigger picture in mind — especially the loan payments that will await students upon graduation — can help steer school choices.

• Be honest with yourself. Students should be honest when assessing their academic history and abilities.

Some schools have very stringent acceptance policies and will only accept students who fit a certain academic profile. If a grade point average falls sig-

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nificantly below a school’s requirement, applying to that school and paying the application fee might not be in a student’s best interest.

• Seek out personal referrals. Students can reach out to alumna of certain schools and get their perspective on a given school. They can then schedule tours at some of the schools that seem the best fits and judge for themselves if the school are right for them.

• Think about personal and academic interests.

Some school decisions are made simply by the programs offered. For a student who has a very specific degree in mind, there may be a limited number of schools that specialize in that course of study. However, a liberal arts major can select among a much greater number of options. Also, students should think beyond academics to the athletics or afterclass activities offered.

• Consider a school’s proximity to home.

Some students want to be close to home, and others want to be as far away as possible. If getting away from home to broaden your horizons is important, then keep in mind the cost of travel on holidays and during (NC) Good grades breaks. are not just a result of healthy study habits.

A healthy lifestyle, including getting a good night’s sleep, can play a large part in grades.

Studies show that sleep-deprived students scored an average of seven points lower than well-rested students on standardized tests.

They also show that even a short reduction in sleep time—as little as 15 minutes—can have detrimental impact on academic performance.

According to Dr. Nick Whitehead, founder and CEO of Oxford Learning, there are cognitive repercussions from a poor night’s sleep.

“It’s not just an issue of kids being sleepy or tired in the classroom. A poor night’s sleep means that the brain isn’t moving the information it learned during the day into long-term memory, which means kids are forgetting what they are learning,” he says.

According to Dr. Whitehead, while kids are learning in class, different brain areas absorb and temporarily hold the information they are learning, but during sleep that information is processed and relocated to permanent storage areas.

“While parents might think that taking naps is the opposite of learning, sleep can actually help students improve how they learn.”

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Students, staff stage annual Outreach talent show Submitted Every participant and audience member walked away a winner.

The Ponoka Outreach School’s annual talent show featured an excellent range of performances ranging from great rock ‘n’ roll to digital video to make-up artistry.

As usual, the staff opened the show.

Their wacky dance performance of Pants on the Ground proved yet again that the Outreach staff will definitely go the distance, and do so at any cost. The low-pants, hip-hop extravaganza clearly demonstrated there are few people who can make that fashion choice work but many who will give it a try. In any case, it was hilarious.

The students’ performances included a great showcase musical talent. Grade 12 student Breanne Hetherington’s soulful singing was truly inspiring, as was Travis Cattleman’s, also a Grade 12 pupil.

Sharlene Morris, in Grade 10, really enjoyed the talent show. “I thought Breanne’s singing was very well performed.

She hit all the right notes, and it was really expressive in that it showed her feelings about the music. I think the talent shows are good for the Outreach. They let the students participate in fun activities like any other high school.”

Grade 12 student Ben Rabbit was also back from last year’s show but this time he rocked the house with his guitar, accompanied by teacher John MacEachern

on bass. Their rendition of Crazy Train was incredible. Ben, who later claimed he was nervous, looked totally relaxed and played the entire song flawlessly from memory, including an awesome guitar solo. Of course, the crowd went wild.

“It was pretty good,” stated Chris Arnold, Grade 12. “I really liked Ben and Mr. MacEachern’s cover of Crazy Train.

The teachers’ rap thing was pretty funny. I think it’s good to try and showcase people’s skills to give them a chance to express themselves.”

“I’m always amazed by our students’ talent,” said Shelagh Hagemann, assistant principal. “Most of them are totally selftaught, yet demonstrate really impressive skills. The whole event was very fun and we all had a lot of laughs. I’m very thankful to the staff and students who put so much effort into making the talent show a great success.”

The talent on display was not restricted to music. Bianca Jenkins wowed the audience with a startling make-up demonstration in which she had transformed into a zombie. As well, Mackenzie Wolf and Molly Applegarth did a demonstration of sign-language. Molly also showed off her talent as a photographer. A really hilarious and equally original entry was Andrea Mackinaw’s presentation of a group of short digital videos.

“I think participation is important and encourages others to participate,” said Bianca Jenkins, a Grade 12 student.

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Outreach School staff opened the annual talent show with their wacky dance performance of Pants on the Ground.

Grade 12 student Ben Rabbit and teacher John MacEachern on bass rocked the house with their rendition of Crazy Train.

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However, there was a $405,000 increase in county’s school requisition, meaning a $30 increase for most taxpayers.

While there were some grants lost due to provincial cuts, the county’s budget proposes a surplus of approximately $1 million. However, this money is being put in reserve for cash flow purposes and cannot be used for community donations.

Most taxpayers within Ponoka County won’t see an increase on their property taxes this year.

“There is effectively no change in people’s municipal property taxes,” said county CAO Charlie Cutforth. “We’re not looking to increase anybody’s individual tax bill.”

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The surplus is a result of the county postponing one of its projects budgeted for last year. “Surplus came out because we did not proceed with the paving of the Bluffton landfill access road,” said Cutforth.

It was decided before the road could be paved its base needed upgrading.

Rather than take the surplus out of reserve for paving, council just decided to budget the project for this year.

The loss of the Summer Temporary Employment Program grant, which gave the county an annual $7,600, was a change to the county’s revenue.

This is also the last year of the Gas Rebate Program, in which each municipal government is given back a percentage of the money the province collects from fuel sales.

With the program ending, the county, as of 2014, will no longer receive $481,000.

“We will either have to find some other way of finding the revenue or cut some of our expenditures,” said Cutforth. Ponoka County has just over $30 million in expenditures.

Cutforth says the county hasn’t made any cutbacks in the services they provide and both the towns of Ponoka and Rimbey will see an 11-per-cent increase in annual recreational contributions.

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Earth Hour will be held Saturday, March 23 between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. in Ponoka, explained local organizer Maurice Mazurat. Earth Hour aims to encourage an interconnected global community to share the opportunities and challenges of creating a sustainable world.

Earth Hour encourages individuals, businesses and governments to show leadership on environmental solutions through their actions, to use Earth Hour as a platform to showcase to the world what measures they are taking to reduce their environmental impact. Earth Hour asks everyone to take personal accountability for their impact on the planet and make behavioural changes to facilitate a sustainable lifestyle.

Taking the first step is as easy as turning off your lights. By switching off your lights for Earth Hour you are acknowledging and celebrating your commitment to do something more for the planet that goes beyond the hour.

“On behalf of the Ponoka Pride Green Team, I would like to invite everyone to take part in this event this year,” Mazurat said. “In the past there has been support in the community and we hope to expand on it as well as other environmental projects, we are currently looking at. Use your light switch to vote for environmental change.

If you wish to support Earth Hour contact Maurice Mazurat, cmaz7@shaw.ca or text 1-403-783-0703.

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Laundered money and murder mystery must-read All I Did Was Shoot My Man by Walter Mosley c.2012, New American Library $15/$16 Canada 327 pages The dirty glasses haven’t quite made it to the kitchen yet.

They’re still communing with last week’s newspaper in the living room, while dust bunnies dance with cookie crumbs strewn on the carpet. Forgotten toys lie everywhere and your sweatshirt is right where you left it, balled up as a pillow on the sofa.

So you made a mess. It’s called “living,” you’re not ashamed, and you’ll deal with it later. But in the novel All I Did Was Shoot My Man by Walter Mosley, another mess needs cleaning up soon — or somebody dies.

Zella Grisham always said she was innocent.

Yes, it was her storage unit that had held some of the $58 million stolen from a capital holding firm nine years ago. Yes, she’d shot her boyfriend three times for cheating on her with her best friend, but the heist? No, Zella always Terri claimed she didn’t have Schlichenmeyer anything to do with that.

The Bookworm Leonard T. McGill believed her. He believed her because it was he who set her up to take the fall for grand larceny.

It was a scam that McGill had pulled before without problem but this time, it looked like there was trouble.

With Zella out of prison, there were people who wanted to talk with her, a lot of people who figured that she knew where the rest of the cash was. They figured McGill did, too, because he was suddenly involved with Zella and he was not known for being squeaky clean.

What they didn’t know — and neither did Zella — was that McGill was also the one who sprung her from prison.

But in the midst of sorting out the mess, and while trying to keep Zella protected from thugs, McGill’s biggest nemesis warned him that he wasn’t safe. Three other men suspected of planning the heist were all dead, and it appeared that someone wanted McGill to join them. That notion was underscored when two professional gunmen broke into his house in the middle of the night with assassination on their minds.

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Now out in paperback, All I Did Was Shoot My Man is the latest in the McGill series but it can be read as a standalone novel. If you’re a fan of noir, you’ll want it — because missing this book would be a dirty shame.

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Student develops electronic Cree learning books Submitted During her Cree language classes at the University of Alberta, Caylie Gnyra had to translate sentences posted by her instructor, Dorothy Thunder.

Struck by the whimsy of one of the lines, Gnyra, who graduated in 2010 from the U of A faculty of native studies, adopted it for a class project that has since turned into an online tool for Cree language teachers across Alberta.

What Colour Are Your Little Ducks?/ Tân’sesinâkosiwak kisîsîpimisiwâwak became the title of an electronic book Gnyra created for a class project, and that has inspired more e-books that have just gone online free of charge at www.littlecreebooks.com With some funding through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada via the faculty of native studies, Gnyra designed the cheery, colourful book to introduce young learners to a string of characters and their rainbow-hued pet ducks.

The book has Plains Cree text written in Standard Roman Orthography — the letters used when writing in English — and syllabics, as well as their English translations.

Gnyra wanted to develop material that could be used for little cost in Cree classrooms throughout the province, viewed on SMART Boards for group reading, printed off for individual use, or even viewed on tablets and smartphones at home.

She has since created two more such books: one

Cree is a very pretty language to the ear and it has a lot of humorous or thought-provoking aspects.

– Caylie Gnyra about the seasons, written for a Grade 1 reading level, and one about the daily activities of a young bear, for kindergarten children. Both are designed to mesh with the province’s established Cree language education curriculum. Gnyra hopes that instructors of other Algonquian languages will adapt the books to reflect the grammar and vocabulary of those languages, which are closely related to Cree.

Though she is not aboriginal and is still learning to speak and write Cree herself, Gnyra is enchanted by the cultural nuances of the language and feels deeply committed to helping preserve it.

“Cree is a very pretty language to the ear and it has a lot of humorous or thought-provoking aspects.

Learning it helps me recognize how culture really is embedded in all languages, including English.”

A self-described introvert, Gnyra also appreciates the many ways that Cree culture values and facilitates introspection. “North American culture tends to promote and validate extroversion, so I think one of the reasons I am so interested in spending time learning about Cree culture and language is that I feel like that very integral part of me is valued.”

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“While many Canadians are concerned about inequality, injustice and related social issues in other countries, a lot of us just don’t know the details of the difficult history we share with our indigenous neighbours or we don’t quite know where to start in terms of improving Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal relations,” she said.

After earning a degree in English from The King’s University College, Gnyra worked with various Aboriginal communities and organizations through a provincial leadership program, with the Native Cultural Arts Museum in northern Alberta and with indigenous youth in South America.

“I learned a lot about my own position and assumptions, as well as about relations between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, and I wanted to gain more historic context for what I had seen and experienced and heard people talk about.”

Gnyra enrolled in the U of A’s two-year after-degree program in native studies, then postponed her graduation for a year to participate in a student internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C., and take a third year of Cree language classes at the U of A. After graduating, Gnyra went on to take a master’s degree in museum studies in Toronto, where she did some work for the newly established Canadian Language Museum. In keeping with her advocacy for the Cree language, she asked for and received permission to prepare a related exhibit, which she hopes will be ready for 2015, after she consults with Cree elders, speakers and learners.

“An exhibit like this provides an opportunity to share some of the fascinating, humorous and unique aspects of this language. I hope it encourages people to Subway Fresh take an interest in learning the language, whether it is their heritage language or not, and ultimately support greater understanding between Aboriginal and nonTry Our Aboriginal people.”

Meanwhile, Gnyra hopes to add at least five more e-books to the lineup of her Cree readers, one each for grades 2 through 6. She envisions the Little Cree Books site as a resource dedicated to the unique grammatical rules that make sense when learning Cree.

She also hopes to attract Cree and non-Cree contributors to the project who can share their ideas, artwork and writing.

As she moves forward, Gnyra is grateful for her time at the U of A. “More than anywhere else I’ve studied, my native studies degree and my elective classes in other faculties at the U of A fostered a love of learning for The Rimbey Nursery School me. It has boosted my self-esteem and well-being to is currently taking applications for a find something that I felt I could really invest in, and Teacher’s Assistant- 4 days a week just run with it, with the support of my faculty.”

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A little girl went to her bedroom and pulled a glass jelly jar out from its hiding place in the closet.

She pulled the change out on the floor, and counted it, three times, because the total had to be exactly perfect, and there was no chance for mistakes. Carefully placing the few coins back in the jar and twisting on the cap, she put on her warm coat, slipped out the back door and quickly walked the six blocks to the drugstore with the big Red Indian Chief sign on the front door.

Once there this determined little lady waited patiently for the pharmacist to give her some attention, but he was too busy at this particular moment. Tess twisted her feet to make a scuffing noise, but nothing happened, then she cleared her throat with the most disgusting and noisy sound that she could muster!

That was no good either, so she finally pulled a quarter from her jar and tapped it on the glass counter, and that did it! “And what do you want?” the pharmacist asked in a rather annoyed tone of voice.

“I’m talking with my brother from Chicago whom I haven’t seen in ages,” he said without even waiting for a reply to his question.

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“He’s really, really sick, and I want to buy a miracle!”

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“His name is Andrew and he has something bad growing inside his head and my Daddy said that only a miracle can save him now, so how much will this miracle cost?” she asked with panic in her voice.

“We don’t sell miracles here, little girl. I’m sorry but I can’t help you,’ the pharmacist said, softening his voice a little.

“Listen,” Tess replied with tears in her eyes. “I have the money to pay for it, and if it isn’t enough I will get the rest, so please tell me how much a miracle costs.”

The pharmacist’s brother, a well dressed man, quietly stooped down and asked the desperate little girl, “What kind of a miracle does your little brother need?”

“I don’t know,” Tess replied with her eyes welling up once again. “I just know that he’s really sick and Mommy says that he needs an operation, but my Daddy can’t pay for it, so I want to use all of my money.” “‘How much do you have?” asked the kindly man from Chicago. “One dollar and 11 cents,” she replied in a barely audible voice. “And it’s all the money that I have, but I can somehow get some more if I need to.”

‘Well what a coincidence that is,” the man from Chicago replied with a smile. “A dollar and 11 cents is the exact price of a miracle for little brothers.” He carefully took her money from the jar in one hand, and with the other hand he grasped her mitten and said, “Take me to where you live. I want to see your brother and meet your parents, and then let’s see if I have the miracle that you need and have wished for so hard.”

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Talent show displays school spirit Continued from page 15 “When others participate I get a chance to see other people’s unique talents, and it’s always surprising what those talents are.�

Bianca has been accepted to study make-up artistry for film and television at Vancouver Film School. “I’ve participated in the talent show doing theatrical make-up for the past two years because like to give insight to others about what my goals are for the future.�

Teacher Shelia Cooke did a great job organizing and emceeing the event. Like everyone else, she had a great time: “My favorite part about the talent show was the look on the kids’ faces when the teacher’s came out with their pants on the

ground. I want to congratulate all the students that participated and were willing to put themselves out there to celebrate with each other how great our students are.� “We’re very fortunate to have such great kids,� said principal Scott Lewis. “They bring a positive attitude with them to school every day, so I’m never surprised to see them participate in such a great event. Their willingness to take the risk of sharing their talents with the entire school is really indicative of the supportive spirit of our school. Ponoka Outreach is a welcoming, happy school, and that fact is immediately obvious to anyone who spends any amount of time here.�

Overall, it was fun, well-attended event that clearly showed, yet again, that Outreach students have excellent school spirit.

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Pie and a Pint: Norm Nelson, Barb Johnston and Dale Johnston enjoy some green beer and welcome in St. Patrick’s Day at the Legion on March 16.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

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Fox wants condo changes Wildrose Service Alberta Critic Rod Fox is calling for immediate changes to the Condominium Property Act to prevent sudden and unaffordable special assessments being levied against residents of townhouse-style condo developments.

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Other “managed property� — walls, roofs, foundations, driveways, decks, doors and windows — cannot be funded out of reserve funds and must be paid for out of special assessments, the judge ruled. “The legislation allows for an unfair distinction to be made between the two types of condos and it’s resulting in tremendous financial hardship for some Albertans,� Fox said. “I am calling on the PC government to revisit the legislation and make it apply fairly across the board to reduce the impact these costly special assessments have on Alberta homeowners.�

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Livestock genetics international pursuits funded

By Amelia Naismith More funding is being given to directly impact Canadian livestock producers.

The Canadian Livestock Genetics Association (CLGA) recently received a grant of more than $1 million from the provincial government to expanding international marketing.

The announcement was made by Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins, on behalf of Agricultural Minister Gerry Ritz, at Morsan Farms southeast of Ponoka.

“We’re proud to support this forward thinking sector. We’re working hard to ensure science-based trade with our customers around the world, regaining access for our world class livestock genetics in the Middle East, Russia, Ukraine and other key markets,” said Calkins.

Activities to accomplish Canadian growth worldwide include attending trade meetings, trade missions, holding training and educational seminars, working to develop new markets and undertaking market assessments for emerging markets.

“Our government knows that trade creates jobs, economic growth and keeps our economy strong. In April we will be launching Canada’s new agricultural policy framework, Growing Forward 2,” said Calkins The new program, which is now accepting applications, will help producers gain and maintain access to national and international markets.

Calkins said Growing Forward 2 represents more than $3 billion in federal provincial and territorial initiatives for market development innovation and competition.

“That includes a 50-per-cent increase in cost shared investments,” he added.

The Government of Canada’s first Growing Forward program comes to an close at the end of this year’s budgetary cycle. Part of Growing Forward 2 is to double the investment in market access, research and market diversification.

Calkins feels, with the investment the CLGA will continue to open markets and provide not only live animals but Canadian genetics embryos and semen a solid international market base, bringing more revenue back to Canadian producers.

Canada has a good standing on the international market and a lot of work has gone into improving Canada in international eyes since the BSE (Mad Cow Disease) situation of 2003, but there’s still more work to be done.

“We’re in the middle of negotiations with countries like India. We’re got a foreign investment protection agreement with China and of course we’re engaged in the Trans-Pacific partnership and the Canada-Europe agreement, that’s getting closer and closer to becoming a reality,” said Calkins.

Canada has entered into other free trade agreements with Jordan, Columbia, Peru and the European Free Trade Association (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Nor-

On behalf of Agricultural Minister Gerry Ritz, Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins announced on March 15 the Canadian Livestock Genetics Association as receiving more than $1 million in funding.

Photo by Amelia Naismith way and Switzerland).

Negotiations have been concluded but are not in force with Honduras and Panama.

There are ongoing negotiations also underway with: Andean Community Countries, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Central America Four (CA4), the Dominican Republic, the European Union (Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement CETA), Japan, Korea, Morocco, Singapore and Turkey.

“The direct effort will be . . . the trickle-down effect in revenue, stemming from more markets and broader customer base,” said Calkins.

CLGA executive director Rick McRonald also knows the government’s investment will directly benefit Canadian producers.

He says the market for embryos and semen is strong but the market for live animals is weaker, and there are many reasons for that.

Because live animals markets are not operated on a “day-to-day” basis the market opportunities may wax and wane over a period of years.

“You have to be ready when that market’s open and you have to have technical access,” said McRonald. That’s what this new investment is working to craft.

New owners at Ford dealerships

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The Ford dealerships in Ponoka and Rimbey are going to have new owners. Expect to see Legacy Ford Ponoka and Legacy Ford Rimbey signs coming up soon.

New owners Del and Charlene Bouck have purchased Ponoka Ford and Rimbey Ford from Jody and Brenda Wiese, documents were signed recently to finalize the deal.

Bouck said the purchase has been in the works for the last year. He and his wife own a Chrysler dealership in Fort McMurray but his wife has family in Ponoka and Wetaskiwin. Bouck is excited to come to Ponoka and get to know the community. “We’re really thankful that Jody and Brenda thought to sell us the dealerships and we’re excited to just serve people.”

Education has been at the forefront of Bouck’s life, he used to be a pastor with the Alliance Church in Red Deer. After being a pastor he decided to teach.

“After that I went on to be a teacher and princi-

pal with Edmonton Public Schools for 16 years,” he added.

Now he has a bachelor of religious education, a master’s degree in education and a PhD in leadership and administration. “That’s where I was sought after and got into the corporate world…Ultimately that’s what led me into this world.”

Bouck grew up in a business family and was always interested in owning his own company. He looks forward to being closer to family.

“My wife just can’t wait to get there, that’s why we wanted to get a dealership there also,” he added.

Their focus is on carrying more inventory at the dealerships as well as vehicle accessories. “I have a personal interest in accessories, we’re looking forward to doing some fun things with accessories.”

Bouck was born and raised in Camrose and is eager to meet residents but is in the process of looking for a new home. “We’re looking forward to getting to know people and being a part of that community.”

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Old motor oil myths now debunked

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When it comes to taking care of their vehicles, many motorists prefer to be overly cautious.

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Motor oil, and when to change that oil, has long been a point of contention. Many drivers grew up being told that motor oil should be changed every 3,000 miles. However, that myth has been debunked for many of today’s vehicles, which should come with suggested intervals between oil changes. According to Edmunds.com, in 2010 the average interval for oil changes was 7,800 miles. In addition to changing a car’s motor oil less frequently, there are other things drivers should know about motor oil.

• Oil does not necessarily need to be changed before a long trip. Taking a trip? While it’s good to have your car examined before embarking, if the recommended oil change interval is not up, then you do not need to preemptively change your oil.

Such a change is likely unnecessary and will not improve the performance of your vehicle during the trip.

• Black oil does not necessitate a change. Conventional wisdom once suggested if the oil on the dipstick is black then it needs to be changed. But nowadays automotive professionals are noting that black oil is doing its job and different additives might be changing the oil’s color, which means the oil doesn’t need to be changed.

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• Consider an earlier oil change after buying a new vehicle. Sometimes a new vehicle will need an oil change after its first 3,000 miles.

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Spring road trip tips

Spring is a season of rebirth for many people, who welcome the warm weather with open arms, especially those who just endured a harsh winter.

Spending time outdoors when the weather warms up is a popular pastime for many people each spring.

Road trips taken by college kids or high schoolers hitting the road for spring break or professionals and parents packing up the car for a weekend getaway have become synonymous with spring. A road trip is a great way to get outdoors and make the most of a warm day, but there are a few tricks of the trade drivers can employ to ensure their road trips are as enjoyable as possible.

• Give your car a good wash. Drivers who live in areas with heavy snowfall should give their vehicles a thorough cleaning before hitting the road for a spring road trip. Salt and sand can build up on a vehicle over the course of a snowy winter, so a power washing will help remove excess salt, sand or dirt and help the car run more smoothly.

• Get the vehicle a tune-up. A tune-up, including an oil change, should be part of your pre-trip planning. Make sure winter hasn’t caused any damage to the vehicle’s body and ask your mechanic to perform a thorough inspection of the vehicle’s suspension and brakes. If any problems arise, address them before embarking on your road trip.

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These elevated levels will not necessarily be harmful, but some auto manufacturers recommend a shorter initial interval just to be safe. Honda, however, includes an anti-wear additive in their break-in oil and advises against changing their oil early.

Consult your owner’s manual to determine if it’s best to change your oil after the initial 3,000 miles or to let it go until the recommended interval.

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Fixing a chip now DIY repair (MS) It takes mere seconds for a pebble or road debris to damage a windshield.

What starts out as a small bull’s-eye or chip in the glass can quickly grow into a crack that compromises the safety of drivers and their passengers.

Fixing the damage before it escalates into a safety issue used to require an expensive trip to the repair shop. However, now most drivers can tackle dings and chips from the comfort of their own driveways.

An unattended chip in the windshield could get worse with time, because constant vibration in the vehicle and changes in temperature can cause the chip to expand and spread. Eventually, you may be left with a larger, unsightly crack stretching across the glass, and what started as a inexpensive repair job has now turned into a costly windshield replacement.

Glass repairs may or may not be covered by your insurance. Repair bills for damaged windshields can range from $75 to several hundred dollars. Many drivers are unaware that windshield repair does not have to be a difficult or expensive venture. With doit-yourself kits, repairing chips can now be done in mere minutes for right around $10.

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In addition to quickly repairing a ding in the windshield, there are other windshield maintenance tips to follow.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Farm & Ranch Bison industry climbing trade market hills

By Amelia Naismith Since the Canadian BSE (Mad Cow Disease) scare the bison industry has strengthened, but it still has many hurdles to overcome, and many more accomplishments to achieve.

Canadian Bison Association (CBA) executive director Terry Kremeniuk says trade negotiations are ongoing between Canada and Europe for international economic partnerships.

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Kremeniuk doesn’t believe the industry will receive their wish of no quota, but he says that’s something they can live with.

The bison industry is also working to develop new markets with China and Mexico.

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“It would be great for Alberta if all the other provinces would agree to Alberta standards. Of course the other provinces aren’t prepared to do that so I expect it’ll be a while before there’s a trade agreement with respect to meat processes at provincial plants,” he added.

Other trade challenges don’t relate to actual countries. Six or seven years ago a committee on the status of endangered animals recognized plains bison being classified as threatened.

“And if the bison was classified as threatened that could have implications on trade,” said Kremeniuk.

In 2004 and 2005 CBA was able to work with the federal government and the plains bison was not specified as a threatened endangered species.

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He said Mexico has 105 million people, 25 per cent of the population is wealthy and eight per cent is “very wealthy.”

“So, if we can push a certain product in that area and contribute to the profitability of the costs that’s what we want to do. We don’t want to be hung out to dry if the US markets close their boarders.”

Dealing with the United States presents its own challenges, said Kremeniuk. “There are always trade irritants we have to keep on top of.”

One issue is wildlife services inspections, which Kremeniuk feels required additional costs, effort and appointments.

He says with cutbacks within the United States inspections will no longer take place on weekends and people will have to move their animals only during business hours.

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John Pilon (right) stands with his two children, Josiah and Moriah, and their three woodland bison calves.

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Producer conserves at-risk species

Two bison face another early spring snowstorm at the 2013 Wildrose Bison Convention, Show and Sale.

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By Amelia Naismith

help accommodate their research.

The University of Calgary has no off-campus A Ponoka County woodland bison producer has farm and needed a location for their own research. teamed up with the University of Calgary and the Pilon is allowing their research to commence at his University of Saskatchewan in the name of conserown operation, for their use as a handling location. vation.

Once the universities have refined their conserJohn Pilon breeds purebred woodland bison, the larger framed sub-species of the North American Bi- vation techniques in controlled environments, the techniques will be taken to wood bison’s natural son.

Woodland bison are indigenous to northern areas habitat to employ conservation techniques on wild and Pilon says raising the animal in central Alberta is populations.

Pilon also had three calves compete in the 2013 rare. “Most of our market is in Manitoba.”

The other sub-species of the North American Bi- Wildrose Bison Convention, show and sale. One of son is the plains bison, which have more muscle and the calves took bronze. mature faster.

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“The market is all about meat,” said Pilon.

Pilon is passionate about the woodland bison, an endangered species. “Our biggest interest is conservation.”

A University of Alberta advanced reproduction team working with Environment Canada National Wood Bison Recovery Team recently visited Pilon’s farm as part of the conservation efforts.

“The whole goal is to (save) the genetics of the diseased population to re-introduce a diseasefree population,” said Come Prepared Pilon.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

M. Bovis pathogen information vague in bison breeds

By Amelia Naismith Is it the bison or is it the bug?

Much is still unknown about how the pathogen disease M. Bovis affects bison, which is in a way very different from its effects on cattle. And because of the nature of the bison, learning opportunities are challenging.

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At the 2013 Wildrose Bison Convention, Show and Sale, Dr. Claire Windeyer of the University of Calgary spoke on the differences the bacteria has on cattle and bison.

“It’s been a pathogen we’ve known about for a long time in cattle, so we know more about it there,” explained Windeyer.

M. Bovis is a bacteria with no cell wall, making it more difficult to treat medicinally or naturally with the immune system.

It can cause respiratory disease, infections of the middle ear, mastitis, arthritis and pink eye.

Within dairy cows udder to udder transmissions occur. Calves can also become infected with M. Bovis through milk and milk supplements.

Within bison the bacteria can also cause abortions.

It colonizes on mucal surfaces, such as the nose, udder and reproductive tract. The bacteria can persist in these areas and producers end up with asymptomatic carriers, which can then introduce the bacteria to the herd.

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Windeyer said M. Bovis is a major cause of mortality in feedlots. “One study reported 28 per cent of their mortalities were M. Bovis and 46 per cent of the M. Bovis pneumonias may have arthritis.”

It’s been found non-stressed cattle calves show low numbers of the bacteria but once stressed there may be high levels, even if there are no clinical signs.

According to Windeyer 90 per cent of dairy calves in a herd with M. Bovis issues also have the disease. “If it’s there it’s spreading.”

Because it lacks a cell wall, the image of M. Bovis is consistently changing to the body and antibiotics. Windeyer named several antibiotics that may have an effect on the disease and Draxxin was the only one labeled for Canada.

“I obviously don’t need to tell bison producers there isn’t much labelled for bison,” she added. “In terms of mastitis, people have kind of given up on treating

them and just recommending helming if you have mastitis.”

With cattle, early detection and treatment is recommended, but with bison that presents challenges.

Windeyer says it’s harder to get a sense of clinical cases because bison herds aren’t managed and checked like cattle. Also common diagnostic tests for cattle don’t work as well on bison and they are able to hide their symptoms until the disease is quite advanced.

Since bison are such herd animals, Windeyer feels nose to nose transmission of M. Bovis is a key way the disease spreads through a herd.

What is unknown about M. Bovis in bison is how common or widespread it is.

“We don’t really understand why the presentation in the disease is so different. So why is this killing 20 per cent of mature cows out on grass, no stress.

When in cattle, typically we’re looking at young animals in stress.

The disconnect between the two species prompts her biggest question: Is the bison or is it the bug?

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Space bison: Judy Wilkinson sells some of her company’s, Trails End Buffalo Stix, at the 2013 Wildrose Bison Convention, Show and Sale.

The jerky is now at the International Space Station with Commander Chris Hadfield. The jerky will also be going to the Junos this year.

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Blindman River bridge work resumes

East Ponoka 4-H Beef members thank AltaLink for their support of the club. Back row: Shania Kjenner, Julianna Harvey, Tawni Kjenner, Virginia Harvey, Jenna Hodnefield, Fallon Jenkins.

Front row: Nils Simons, Megan Bolton, Nadia Simons, Tasha Kjenner and Anton Hodnefield.

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4-H advances on Achievement Day Submitted by Tasha Kjenner East Ponoka 4H Beef Club

ner took first place in the senior public speaking and advances to the West Central Regional Public Speaking event to be held in Camrose later in the month.

Along with our many speaking events we are also busy working with our steer projects in preparation for our Achievement Day Show and Sale in May. Hope to see you there.

Our 4H Club started up in October and we have been busy since then. Our club has 11 members and our leader is Monica Harvey. We had our weigh-in at VJV Auction Mart.

In November we attended the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, worked the coat check for the Firemen’s Ball and spent a day collecting tires and batteries for fundraising.

In December we had our mid-season calf tour to check on everyone’s progress with their steers. Our Christmas party was at the Regional 4-H Fun Day at Battle Lake 4-H 2% Liquid Strychnine Concentrate (LSC) Centre in January. In Available for Richardson’s Ground Squirrel (RGS) February we received (AKA - Gopher) control. our new coats celebrating 100 years of 4-H in ONE DAY ONLY - FINAL PROGRAM Canada.

DISTRIBUTION On Feb. 10 we had Friday, April 12, 2013 our club level public speaking event at MecApplicants must pre-book their order by 12:00 Noon, ca Glen School. Our Friday, April 5, 2013. On Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 9:00 judges were Al Libby, am applicants must attend a short training session and sign Tim Rowland, Lorrie a user agreement before receiving the product. No product Jess, Leanne Walton, Ashley Shannon and can be used or stored past April 11, 2015. There is a minimum Holly Riske. Advancpurchase of 6 bottles at a cost of $7.50/bottle non-refundable. ing to the next level of You must be a bonaďŹ de farmer ($10,000.00/year farm public speaking were income) and have a farm fuel number with treatment Shania Kjenner and area zoned AG. This product is only available to Ponoka Virginia Harvey (seCounty producers for use on lands within the County. niors), Megan Bolton and Tawni Kjenner (inThis product is available ONLY for severe infestations of RGS. termediates) and Nadia DeďŹ nition of a “severe infestationâ€?: Simons and Anton 1 hole per 4 strides walking in 100 m or 20% crop damage Hodnefield (juniors). in 100 m strip of cropland.

The second level, East Zone Public Contact Agriculture Services for Pre Booking at Speaking, was held 403-783-3336. If you do not have a severe infestation or on Feb. 24 at Mecca do not ďŹ t the deďŹ nition of an agricultural producer check Glen School. Advancwith your local farm supply store to see what alternative ing from our club were products are available to you. Payment must be made prior to Shania Kjenner and Virreceiving the product (Cash, Cheque, Interac. No exceptions ginia Harvey (seniors) or invoicing). Distribution will be done at the County ofďŹ ce and Megan Bolton and in Ponoka on Friday, April 12th, 2013 at 9:00 am. County Tawni Kjenner (interAddress: 4205 Highway 2A Ponoka. mediates).

Ponoka 4-H disShayne Steffen trict public speaking Manager of Agriculture Services was held on March 10 at Crestomere School. Shania Kjen-

Ponoka County

Travellers may experience minor delays from dawn to dusk over the next month on Highway 20 six kilometres north of Rimbey as rehabilitation work resumes on the Blindman River bridge.

Construction began March 18.

As some of the work will require short-term lane closures, traffic lights will be installed at both ends of the bridge to direct motorists.

Lane width restrictions of 4.5 metres will be enforced during lane closures.

Other parts of the rehabilitation work will not impact free-flow traffic within the construction zone but appropriate signage will be erected as different aspects of the work are underway.

Varying speed limit reductions will be in place through the construction zone, depending on the type and location of the work being done on any given day. Most work is expected to take place from Mon-

day to Friday but there may also be occasional weekend construction.

Motorists are asked to pay special attention to all signage throughout the construction period.

Work on the bridge began in 2012 and was suspended when winter hit. The rehabilitation, expected to cost $1.18 million, was undertaken as part of the regular maintenance program and will substantially extend the service life and enhance user safety for this important piece of infrastructure. Motorists are reminded to obey all traffic signs and flag persons in a construction. Fines for speeding are doubled in construction zones when workers are present.

Up-to-date road information, including traffic delays, is a click or a call away. Call 5-1-1 toll-free, visit 511 Alberta or follow us on Twitter @511Alberta to get on the road to safer travel.

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Dreams Wishes &

Left: Program assistants Morgan Blanchard and Clara McDowell, skate to the hit song Call Me Maybe.

Right: Keyana Rawji, Azalea Thompson and Kyra Sheppard of the Synchronized Skating Beginner 1 Team perform to Splish Splash.

Ponoka Timed Event

CHAMPIONSHIP & DANCE March 29, 7:00 pm At the Calnash Ag Event Centre Graduating skater Rachel Rarick performed in her last carnival. A highlight of her time with Skate Ponoka was skating at an NHL game in Anaheim, Calif.

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Saturday, March 23, 8 am Rimbey Prov. Bldg.

5025-55 St. Non-restricted course and exam $120 Restricted Firearms exam available $80 Combined $180

To register call Guy 780-461-7686

Come watch the top 15 Tie Down Ropers • Steer Wrestlers Barrel Racers • Team Ropers In the sudden death short go.

Beer Gardens and Rodeo Dance to follow.

NO MINORS

Tickets for the exciting night are just $10 and include entrance to the dance.

Tickets will be available at the front door.

(Children 10 and younger are free)

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Champions: The Ponoka Moose Bantam boys of Justin Hyink, Robert Wareham, Ryan Falkiner, Josh Vold, Jayden Hagemann, Jordan Feldberg, Connor Hoffmann, Lewis McDowell, Rylee deJonge, Justin Hall, Logan Abrassart, Braeden Korchinski, Daniel Huchkowski, Noah Spelrem, Levi Robinson, Pierce Clemmer, Jarret Henderson and Alex Mercer and their coaches: Pete Hall, Joe Henderson, Bernd Feldberg, Tim Falkiner and Curtis Huchkowski celebrate their Tier 2 league championship title.

The boys beat Eckville 4-3 in a tight game that was tied until the last three minutes of the game. Coach Hall says half the players on the team had never won a championship before and this is a huge feather in their helmets.

Submitted photo

PONOKA MINOR SOCCER ASSOCIATION

OUTDOOR

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2013

Late registration forms available at the Ponoka Aquaplex THERE IS A LATE REGISTRATION FEE OF $20/PLAYER

Alberta 55 plus Summer Games

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

Ponoka Community Golf Club

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NOTICE TO MEMBERS This is to remind all members of the Ponoka Community Golf Club that the deadline for payment of 2013 dues is April 1st, 2013.

After that date all adult categories will increase $100.

The Club also advises that the Pro Shop will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 30th and Sunday, March 31st to facilitate payment of dues.

We have a limited number of memberships. Be sure to get in to avoid disappointment.

FOR MORE INFO PHONE 403-783-4626

Your local Tim Hortons is happy to bring you Tim Hortons Free Swim – complimentary swimming time at your local pool. For a schedule of times and locations, drop by your local Tim Hortons restaurant in Ponoka.

© Tim Hortons, 2010

Want to enjoy a new experience? Well, if you are 55 years old and like to compete, we have the games for you.

The Alberta 55 plus Summer Games are being held in Westlock/ Barrhead July 25 to 28. These games attract more than 1,000 Albertans from all corners of the province. But to get there you have to qualify by competing in and winning a zone playoff which are beginning April 3. Activities include athletics, bocce, contract bridge, cribbage (doubles and singles), cycling, floor curling, floor shuffleboard, golf, horseshoes, military whist, pool 8-ball, slo-pitch, swimming, tennis, creative writing and arts and crafts.

Don’t hesitate, check out www.alberta55plus.ca or call Dennis or Eileen Ensminger at 403-7836156.

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FINK Jeanie Louisa Fink passed away Monday, March 11, 2013 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband Jerry and daughter; Peggy (Larry Stevens) sons Ben (Alyson) Lennard, Greg, and Jim (Adrienne). Jeanie had nine grandchildren; Jennifer, Ryan, Adam, Amanda, Megan, Andrea, Logan, Warren and Colin and five great grandchildren. Jeanie was born in Mirror, Alberta and moved to Ponoka with her parents Betty and George Wiggins. Jeanie and Jerry were married on July 11, 1953 and she passed away just a few months short of their sixtieth wedding anniversary.

Jeanie’s hobbies included reading, gardening, needlepoint and knitting. Jeanie loved their family farm being the focal point for family and friends. Jeanie loved living in the country with the apple orchard, flowers and garden, but she also enjoyed working in town. She had great memories of working at the Ponoka News and Advertiser and talked so fondly of the editor, Dorothy Wright. As well, she enjoyed her time at the Ponoka Golf Club first at the trailer and then later cooking at the new club house.

For many years Jeanie together with Jerry managed Great Bear Trophy Lodge. They had many wonderful experiences and loved meeting people from all over the world. The family would like to thank the Ponoka Home Care and especially Shawna.

Jeanie was a wonderful inspiration to her friends, children and grandchildren and will be missed more than we can say.

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The family of Edna Stewart would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support in our loss.

Thank you for the cards, phone calls, visits, gifts of food and flowers and support at the hospital. Special thanks to the staff of Rimoka Lodge, Ponoka Hospital, RD Hospital, ambulance drivers, Dr. Izak and Dr. Joe for all the wonderful care. Love to the FCSS staff for your compassionate, loving care while Mom was at home ind in Rimoka.

Our deepest gratitude to Marlon and Sheila of Ponoka Funeral Home for your love and encouragement.

Thanks to Rev. Beatrix for visits and the service and the United Church ladies for a wonderful lunch.

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REEVES Ernest (Ernie) May 18 1920 March 12 2013

In memory of Art Walcheske May 10, 1934 March 24, 2004 Gone but not forgotten

Peacefully on March 12 2013, Mr. Ernest (Ernie) Reeves passed away at the age of 92 years. Ernest is survived by his loving wife Mary, his son Ryan (Carol) Reeves, his brothers, Samuel Reeves and Wilbert (Martha ) Reeves, his sister Velma Cheasley, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

We can’t have the old days back when we were all together Although you can’t be here with us, we’re truly not apart.

There’s not a day goes by that your name is not remembered The year’s may wipe out many things But not the memories of those happy days.

Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure Loving you always, forgetting you never.

He is predeceased by his parents Louis and Mary Reeves, his first wife Elizabeth, his sisters Alice Cards and Mabel Daley.

The service will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, 4910 Northmount Dr, Wetaskiwin, AB, on Friday, March 22, 2013. A public viewing will be held at 10:00 am and the service will follow at 11:00 am.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Peace Hills Lodge, Wetaskiwin Hospital and the Louise Jensen Care Center in Camrose for their compassionate care.

Love always, your wife and family Phyllis Walcheske

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Robert Alexander Saruk Aug. 17, 1939 - Feb. 13, 2013 Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us everyday ...

Unseen, unheard but always near still loved and still missed ...

On February 13, 2013 Robert Saruk passed away at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre from Cancer. He had a long career as an Electrician, working at the Alberta Hospital for 35 plus years. He was always happy to help others, doing odd jobs for them - the many of all trades. He was also a volunteer firefighter for Ponoka many years ago. He loved doing what he did. Robert leaves behind his wife Sonia Saruk, of 50 years; three children, Terry, Sherry and Darren who reside in Ponoka and one granddaughter Naomi of Vancouver, BC. Thank you to everyone who came to pay their last respects to a great man, husband, father and friend. A special thank you to Ponoka Funeral Home. He will be sadly missed. To express condolences to Robert’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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Noah William Vaudry This past year has been the most amazing experience of our life.

We love watching you grow and learn new things each day.

We are so proud of you!!

Love, Mom & Dad

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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BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS

ANTIQUE SHOW - Western Canada’s longest running collectors show - Antiques, collectibles, and pop culture. 38th Annual Wild Rose Antique Collectors Show & Sale. Sellers from across Canada. Special collectors displays. Antique evaluations by Canadian Antiques Roadshow appraiser Frank Hall - $12 per item. Good Friday, Mar. 29, 9 - 5 p.m.; Sat., Mar. 30, 10 - 5 p.m.

Edmonton Expo Centre, Edmonton. 780-437-9722; www. wildroseantiquecollectors.ca

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the

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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.

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Thursday, March 28 2pm Refreshments & Desserts Door prizes, draws & more!

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ALATEEN

Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m.

Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info.

403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371

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

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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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DO YOU KNOW A GREAT VOLUNTEER? The Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association (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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has an immediate opening for a full time legal assistant with particular experience in corporate organization and filings and wills and estates. Salary and benefits are negotiable and will be commensurate with experience. We will only reply to those applicants meeting our criteria. Please email your resume to kbeattie@scblaw.ca.

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Call 1-888-539-2911 for more information and to speak with an advisor; www.gprc.ab.ca.

CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL Gas Co-op Ltd. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator.

Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required.

Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net.

Fax 780-864-2044.

Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.

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Looking for a mature, caring, responsible and experienced nanny to care for our toddler. Must be a nanny with at least three years experience in nannying, or child care. Will be required to work Tuesday - Thursday from 7:30am – 5:30pm.

You will need a current First Aid certificate, and a current driver’s license. A Certificate in Child Care will also be highly regarded.

Please email a detailed current resume to danandj@xplornet.com

Hair Stylists

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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

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

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

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

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

Phone 780-621-3953.

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THE TAMARACK INN requires an experienced Bar Manager with Protect and ProServe.

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JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free.

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HELP WANTED: AG Mechanic/Service Manager required on farm/feedlot operation in south central Alberta.

Mechanic licence an asset but not required.

Competitive wages and benefits. Housing available. Please fax resume to 403-546-2445.

Email: careers @klassenagriventures.ca or phone 403-312-3577

Trades

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ABEL CORPORATION is seeking an EDGE BANDER OPERATOR for full time permanent employment.

Applicants will require a minimum of three years exp. with compatible edge equipment and must have a reliable means of transportation. This position offers a competitive industry wage and full benefits after six months of employment.

Please email resumes to projects@abelcorp.ca or fax 403-782-2729 care of Sean.

Resumes should indicate specific equipment applicants have operated including make and model.

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

Weekly start dates.

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1-866-399-3853.

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.

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850

As the Marketing/Sales Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to assist in leasing targets, generating community interest, and representing our service and products to the community. Our focus is to create marketing strategies that represent what we are and what we have to offer.

BOBCAT SERVICE 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

Truckers/ Drivers

860

ATTENTION SEMI OPERATORS! Are you looking to downsize?

Haul RVs from USA to western Canada! 5-6 day round trip. Looking for 1 ton O/O. 1-866-736-6483; www. speedwaymovingsystems.com

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

Please email your resume along with a cover letter by March 31, 2013 to:

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.

Lori Malick, Operations Manager, Continuum Health Care Box 4237, 4905C 50 Ave, Olds AB T4H 1P8 Email: lmalick@continuumhealthcare.ca Thank you for your interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

Look to us for all of your weeklys news and upcoming events.

Sur-B Enterprises Ltd. • 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

Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for the following position:

is hiring for the following position:

new to town?

BOBCAT SERVICES

850

TEMPORARY PARTTIME MARKETING/SALES COORDINATOR

The ideal candidate will be creative self-starter with strong communication skills and a degree or certificate in marketing/communication or equivalent experience.

Must be well organized, out-going and enjoy working with seniors. Proficient with computers and experience in sales and marketing would be an asset. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

850

Truckers/ Drivers

860

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

SALES & SERVICE

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

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

You have a valid Class 1 drivers licence, a clean drivers abstract, 3 - 5 years driving experience. Mountain experience an asset.

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

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

403.783.3311 hrwetaskiwin@homehardware.ca

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DENTISTRY

RIMBEYDENTALCARE DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

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

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

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC

Truckers/ Drivers

DRIVERS WANTED. Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No rail experience needed!

Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation & benefits package. Skills needed Ability to travel 3 months at a time, valid licence with air brake endorsement.

Compensation based on prior driving experience.

Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver.

Do not fill in city or state

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

PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

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

“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

EYE CARE

Truckers/ Drivers

860

EXPERIENCED TRUCK DRIVER required for hauling heavy equipment.

Rates negotiable & benefits available. Fax resume 780-778-2444.

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

Drs. Heimdahl & ZoBell WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA

-

•

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

DANDY PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Electrical Enclosure & Power Division (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.

• Heating • Ventilation • Air Conditioning Systems • Custom Metal Fabrication

870

DO BUSINESS in Yukon!

1,831 sq. ft. prime ground floor retail space on the Main Street in Whitehorse, Yukon, next to Starbuck’s.

For floorplan/photos, call 1-867-333-9966.

ESTABLISHED, TURN KEY Acrylic & Gel Nail business for sale. All equipment & supplies to go with. Drayton Valley, Alberta. 780-542-6668.

BUS DRIVER

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

required

RIMBEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts

is looking to hire a bus driver for Please inquire to Cal @ 403-357-3291 or email clv@telus.net

E S T. 1 9 3 6

Ponoka Community Golf Club

LINE COOKS PREP COOKS DISHWASHERS Drop resume off at the Ponoka Community Golf Club Attn: Loanna Gulka Or Email rob@ponokagolf.com Or fax 403-783-5144

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.

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

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

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

requires

PART TIME HELP 2 or 3 days per week Hours: 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Apply with resume to: Hammy’s Spirits Bay 5, 4502 50 Street

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

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

Now accepting applications for the upcoming season for:

Book On-Line Serving Central Today!

Alberta

403.783.8322

www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

$

30

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

PHONE: 403-783-7443 FAX: 403-783-7454 5210 - 50th Street Ponoka, AB

403-783-3311

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

PLUMBING

880

Misc.

Help

Fax: 780-352-2249

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

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL

Business Opportunities

ONE OF OUR BUS ROUTES.

Call 403-783-3311 HEATING

870

80% COMMISSION TRAVELONLY has 500 agents across Canada.

Business opportunities with low investment, unlimited income potential, generous tax/travel benefits. Run your travel company, full-time, part-time from home.

Register for free seminar; www.mytravelonly.ca.

1-800-608-1117 ext. 2020.

CLASSIFIEDS Sell it Best! To place your ad phone 1-877223-3311

• PARTS PERSON 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168

Business Opportunities

850

Trades

DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARR DR. JEFF BARR • DR. GREG EDWARDS - General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations

860

Is Currently Looking to hire

Is Currently Looking to hire

TRUCK DRIVERS

BOBCAT OPERATORS

Offering High Paced Work with Competitive Wages & Local Job Sites. Applicant Must Have A Valid Class 1 License.

Offering High Paced Work with Competitive Wages and Local Job Sites. Applicant Must Have A Valid Class 3 License with Air.

Experience in Aggregate Hauling and Knowledge of the Area Would Be an Asset.

A Positive Attitude Is A Must.

Experience in Fine Grading and Finishing is a Must. Knowledge of the Area Would Be an Asset. A Positive Attitude Is A Must.

Please Submit Resume with Driver’s Abstract in person to: 5913 Len Thompson Drive Lacombe, AB T4L 0E8 E-mail: db-front@telus.net or by Fax: 403-782-7786 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Please Submit Resume with Driver’s Abstract in person to: 5913 Len Thompson Drive Lacombe, AB T4L 0E8 E-mail: db-front@telus.net or by Fax: 403-782-7786 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Advertise your business here for just $30 per week.

Reaching 6000 households per week

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

PONOKA NEWS Page 37

VETERINARY SERVICES

Misc.

Help

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

880

Misc.

Help

WOLF CREEK GOLF RESORT

$100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work!

Competitive, energetic, honesty a must; PropertyStarsJobs.com.

For the 2013 Golf Season

**NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS!** Meadowlands Golf Club in Sylvan Lake is hiring!

- Food and Beverage - Kitchen - ProShop - Back shop - Maintenance - Marshals E-mail resume to info@ meadowlandssylvanlake.com

ANNUAL JOB FAIR

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 fit individuals Full & Part-Time Seasonal Staff High School Students - 2 nights/wk + weekends Full time when school is out

BEVERAGE STAFF • Banquet Staff • Breakfast Servers • Lounge Servers • Snack Den Attendants & Beverage Carts

CALL LEEN VOGELAAR 403-704-0919

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

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

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

CULINARY STAFF • Apprentice Chef • Breakfast Cook • Line Cooks • Dishwashers OFFICE ADMINISTRATION • Office Assistant

Positions Wanted

Please attend in person to the Main Clubhouse with resume

JANITOR LOOKING FOR WORK 403-783-5719

Misc.

Help

880

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

ECKLUND Water Well Service

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

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

Financial

1170

DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.

Legal Services

1260

DENIED CANADA Pension Plan Disability Benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help.

Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca IS YOUR CRIMINAL record limiting your future?

Want it gone?

Have it removed today!

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

RemoveYourRecord.com

Misc.

Services

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

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346

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

DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca 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.

880

Misc.

Help

MOTORCYCLE

CAREERS

Growing Powersports Dealer Needs the Right Individuals:

*Service Manager *Apprentice Mechanic corner of Hwy 616 & 780 3.5km East of Mulhurst Ph: 780-389-3344 Email: Admin@TrikeZone.com

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

Positions Wanted

895

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!

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

1290

CCCN_REWARDS_5

12345

Being a new parent isn’t easy . . .

1290

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

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Misc.

Services

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

Apply in confidence to

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

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

GRANDE PRAIRIE Regional College has Collaborative degree programs in Nursing, Computing and Education that you can complete right on its Grande Prairie campus. We offer a great college experience - small class sizes, excellent instructors that care about you and your future, small town atmosphere with city amenities. You can also start on your chosen degree in Engineering, Fine Arts, Music, Arts, Science, Business or Commerce - a great transition from high school to university.

Call 1-888-539-2911 for more information and to speak with an advisor; www.gprc.ab.ca

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

Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com

WATER WELL SERVICE

900

895

17 yrs experience

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

880

Employment Training

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

Personal Services

1315

Unplanned pregnancy may be difficult to face.

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

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

1-877-297-9883.

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

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

Meet local single ladies.

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

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

+

A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!

CALL:

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

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HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Pet Services

1318

CLINKERS KENNELS 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

* 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

1350

Rental Misc

Need RV or Self Storage?

First Call Towing

FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTION

783-3636

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

Bookkeeping

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

For just

$30 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

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.

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

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.

1050

Bookkeeping

1050

Now accepting new clients in the Ponoka, Lacombe, Rimbey & Bashaw area.

Over 15 years experience covering all aspects of bookkeeping.

– Strictly ConďŹ dential – Reliable – EfďŹ cient – CALL LEAH 403.783.8498 OR 403.396.9089

1290

Misc.

Services

1290

OUR SPECIALITY

Repair of any cooling or refrigeration system as well as large household appliances.

Berni's Refrigeration and Appliance Service

403-783-4880 Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

1530

HUGE RECEIVERSHIP AUCTION. Emerald Metal Fabricators. Complete tank fabricating facility.

Tuesday, March 26, 10 a.m., Tofield, Alberta.

Foothills Equipment Liquidation, 780-922-6248; www.foothillsauctions.com.

Bidspotter online bidding available.

Building Supplies

1550

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

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

One end wall included.

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

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

40 Year Warranty.

ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254.

STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

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

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

EquipmentMisc.

1620

NEW COMPLETE KUBOTA ENGINES. 4 cyl., 40 & 50 hp., V1903’s $5200. & V2003’s Turbo’s $5800. Originally for Thomas Skidsteers.

Phone 780-222-9394.

Firewood

1660

LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

Misc. for Sale

1760

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.

Travel Packages

1900

Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

Wanted To Buy

1930

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

FOR SALE One 3yr old purebred red Simmental bull $3,000

Call 403-783-5740

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

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

Fully guaranteed.

Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825, Terry 403-740-5037 Ricky 403-740-5711. email bardale@xplornet.com

Welding

1410

Livestock

2100

32 BULLS For Sale

Black Angus Registered Yearlings Ph Jim

(780)

387-6050 or Bert

(780)

352-5064

Well Drilling

12345 7ITHIN MILES OF %DMONTON

7ATER 7ELL $RILLING 2ED $EER #ALGARY .EW 'OVERNMENT WATER WELL GRANT STARTS !PRIL 4IME 0AYMENT 0LAN / ! # FOR WATER WELLS AND WATER TREATMENT

")' )2/.

View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

www.1800bigiron.com

2130

FARM FRESH CHICKENS

Available every week Hormone free 403-373-1946 or 403-963-4272

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

ROUND STRAW BALES FOR SALE! Barley & Oat Straw

2200

Poultry

2130

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

Linden, AB 403-546-3130

Welding

1410

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

1400

)RON &ILTERS s 3OFTENERS s $ISTILLERS s 2EVERSE /SMOSIS h+ONTINUOUS 3HOKv #HLORINATOR 0ATENTED 7HOLE (OUSE 2EVERSE /SMOSIS 3YSTEM

Poultry

KLIMEC FARMS available (15) 2 year old and – Can Deliver – yearling registered Black Angus bulls.

403-783-2745 Semen tested.

Phone 403-783-0229 FOR SALE: LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Alfalfas, Clovers, Grasses Red and black two year plus Hay, Pasture, olds and yearlings. Semen Reclamation and Lawn tested. Combest Limousin Mixtures. Early order Farm. (403)742-5211 discounts - Book now!

No charge custom MEL’S MAINES & JANELL blending.

SHORTHORNS Call 1-800-661-1529 or - Purebred red, red/white, & black maine & shorthorn esther@hannasseeds.com yrlg bulls available.

HEATED CANOLA - Mel Barkley 403-740-4958 buying Green, Heated or PUREBRED red and black Springthrashed Canola.

Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year Buying: oats, barley, olds. Semen tested wheat & peas for feed. and delivered.

Buying damaged or Vicwin farms offgrade grain.

403-784-3517, “On Farm Pickup�

403-318-7363.

Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

RITCHIE BROS UNRESERVED AUCTION. Oyen, Alberta, March 23 at ROUND hay bales for sale.

We deliver. Self unloadNoon. Red & Black Angus ing. No Sunday calls 230 mature cows, Please. 403-843-6380 25 replacement heifers, 12 mature bulls.

Bobby Miller: Seed 403-358-1393 or rbauction.com Grain SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, CERTIFIED seed for sale: Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Busby barley, Sundre Bulls, yearlings and 2 year barley, Ponoka barley, olds, polled and horned, Jordan oats, Guaranteed, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, fully tested. Greg Jones, muscled. 780-913-7963.

Magic Seed Farm VERMILLIONAIRES 27TH 403-704-6277 or CHAROLAIS Bull Sale.

403-783-6495 April 6, 2013, 1 p.m.

Nilsson Bros. Livestock Vermilion. 80 - 2 year olds 15 Yearlings, white & red factor horned & polled.

All bulls tie broke, semen tested. Don Good 780-853-2220; Brian Chrisp 780-853-3315

GRIZZLY BEAR TOUR. Experience a one day fly and cruise west coast grizzly adventure to Khutzeymateen, BC this July. Calgary and Edmonton departures.

1-866-460-1415; www. classiccanadiantours.com

RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)

Reaching 6000 households weekly

1530

Auctions

PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

Misc.

Services

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990

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

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

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

CHILD SAFETY

Auctions

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

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

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

3 BDRM. Duplex, 4 appls., rent $850 + utils. avail. immed., 403-783-3860

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

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Houses/ Duplexes

3020

Suites

3060

GREIG HOLDINGS INC.

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

Downtown Ponoka

RESIDENTIAL

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

403-357-0654

PROPERTIES FOR RENT

2 bdrm house c/w fridge, stove, washer, dryer. $800.00/mo. Available immediately 2 bdrm apartment in Lancaster c/w fridge, stove. $700/mo plus power, Available April 1, 2013 2 bdrm apartment in Commercial Bldg. c/w fridge, stove. $650. /mo plus power, Available April 1, 2013 • All residences are no smoking and no pets damage/security deposit same as rent unless stated otherwise.

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

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

CAUGHT YOU LOOKING!!

That’s How Easy It Is To Sell In CLASSIFIEDS.

PHONE 1-877-223-3311 Condos/ Townhouses

4040

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

PONOKA: newer 2 bdrm. townhouse, 1-1/2 bath, 5 appls., avail. April 1.

Call 403-783-8699

Suites

1 bdrm suite N/S, N/P

Pasture

3180

75 ACRES. Good grass, tame hay. Medicine Lake, North West of Rimbey.

403-352-0776, 843-2511 Please leave msg.

3060

2 BDRM BASEMENT SUITE all utilities included N/S, N/P $800/mo. $800 DD 403-704-1692 * RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street.

403-357-0287

Real Estate #4000 - #4190 Houses For Sale

4020

2 bdrm, 3 bath 1300 sq ft ½ duplex in gated community “The Fountains” Red Deer Near Red Deer Golf & Country Club 403-506-9491

Acreages

4050

Out Of Town Property

4170

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

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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:

CENTRAL AB ACREAGE Exc. Location. Less than 2 miles from Alix. Beautiful bungalow w/many upgrades incl. underfloor heat in bsmt. & on demand hot water system. 5 yr. old, 5 bdrm. home on 36+/- acres of cultivated land & has a lease revenue of approx $3100. $495,000.

Call George, 780-608-6555 Listing # S-37, Linview Realty

4090

Manufactured Homes

THINKING OF SELLING? We need your 1990 or newer manufactured or modular home (to be moved).

For free evaluation contact Terry at 1-877-347-0417 or terry @grandviewmodular.com 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

4170

86 ACRES Aspen forest and meadows. Southwest of Cardston near Police Outpost Provincial Park.

Utilities to property.

Asking $345,000. See www.eightysixacres.blogspot for photos. 403-345-3344.

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

SIRRS LLP Barristers & Solicitors at Box 4546, 5034 - 49th Ave, Ponoka, AB T4J 1S1 and provide details of your claim.

WHAT CAN THE CLASSIFIEDS DO FOR YOU???

Coming Events Obituaries Memorials Pets Lost/Found Classes Vacation Homes Personals Fitness Arts/Crafts Realtors Babysitters Condos Volunteers Career Planning Legal Aid Tutors Oilfield Announcements Trades Vehicles Public Notices Rentals Acreages Motorcycles Business Opportunities Cottages Livestock Grain/Feed/Hay Tractors Pasture land Campers/RVs Extra Income Security Registrations Meetings Repairs Farmers Markets Trade Fairs Rodeos & MUCH MORE!

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

TENDERS WANTED

For Janitorial Services for the Usona Hall For further information and tenders contact:

Kevin at 780-352-5011 or Email usonaag@gmail.com Tenders must be received by Friday, April 5, 2013

ADVERTISING WORKS!!!

Advertise your business or service in the

CLASSIFIEDS

TODAY! Check out your options with the

Tenders wanted for

Lawn Maintenance

at the Usona Hall for the 2013 season.

Further information and tenders can be directed to: Kevin Cummings, 780-352-5011 Box 2, Site 6, R.R. 1, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1W8. usonaag@gmail.com

Tenders must be received by April 5, 2013.

403.783.3311

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

COLOURING CONTEST

HAPPY EASTER!

Age (14 & under):

Bring your entry to

____________ Phone: _________________ Name: ____________________ __________________________ Entry deadline Sunday, March 31, 2013

4814 50 St., Ponoka 403-783-8721 Mon-Fri 10am - 6pm Sat 9am - 6pm Sun 12pm - 5pm LOCALLY OWNED

Enter to

WIN: 22” LED TV

DRAW HELD ON EASTER MONDAY! (April 1, 2013)