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Residents have choice as Gill joins race for mayor

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye And then there were two.

Coun. Doug Gill has entered the race to be mayor of Ponoka.

His goal is to give Ponoka residents a chance to have their voices heard. “It’s think it’s time for a change in leadership and I really felt Ponoka deserves a choice.”

Coun. Rick Bonnett will also seek election as mayor. The last time there was a run for mayor was nine years ago as Mayor Larry Henkelman won the position by acclamation for two terms. Now retired, Gill believes he has the time and energy to take on the top seat for council.

He feels town staff must be built up so they are able to conduct their work in an efficient manner. Employees need to be confident they are doing their jobs well.

“The staff, the administration is doing an excellent job and again it’s a different approach to leadership but they need to know they’re supported by council,” stated Gill.

As mayor his job is to work with administration to plan policy, administration’s job is to ensure those policies are implemented. Keeping those lines separate is important to Gill.

With downtown revitalization there are three groups Gill sees as helping; town council, business owners and then the

Coun. Doug Gill

“Ponoka’s a really wonderful community but what I think we need to do is change the way we think about our community,” Coun. Doug Gill residents. Council should work with organizations in the community to help draw people to downtown but he suggests residents should be willing to make their way to the downtown area as well.

“I think if we draw together and work with our chamber of commerce, it doesn’t have to be a wholesale change. It can be a block that we start with,” explained Gill.

“Ponoka’s a really wonderful community but what I think we need to do is change the way we think about our community,” he added.

Gill sees change coming from within and suggests a person must change their perception of the town before change can happen. “There’s so much positive happening here.”

Making Ponoka more welcoming to businesses is a challenge but can be done by beautifying the downtown area, working with government grants and trying to work closely with business owners. Getting more business into town can be done without offering tax concessions, which Gill feels might open the door to other par-

ties seeking those same breaks. “One thing we have to be mindful of is we are representing all the citizens, all the citizens of Ponoka will benefit.”

“Business retention is something we really need to pay attention to. We’re talking about bringing the new ones, what are we doing with the old ones?” Gill asked.

He feels staff at the Town of Ponoka are working diligently to get their jobs done and suggests if they enjoy their work, this reflects well on the rest. Gill wants to ensure employees have proper staffing and have the proper tools to complete their jobs.

Celebrating the positive aspects of the town is one way to get community engagement. Gill believes residents and council forget to remember accomplishments. A new hotel and a recent video on Global were a few that he mentioned.

“We keep looking at barriers to why we are not growing and I think we need to embrace those as, what a wonderful community we live in.”

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The last time councillors’ remuneration was changed was six years ago and Mayor Larry Henkelman asked the remuneration committee to consider the wording in the town’s policy. “Sometimes the way it’s written is not very clear.”

“You could go to 10 or 15 different parades…Right now there’s no remuneration,” added Henkelman.

For example, when representing the Town of Ponoka in a parade in or outside of Ponoka, councillors do not get paid. But a clause trying to clarify the eligibility of a claim state: was a councillor appointed to attend, were minutes taken and did they vote, did they leave work to attend and if they were not elected would they attend the function.

These questions will be looked at and council wants to have this ready for the next council, to be elected in

October, added Henkelman.

Events such as the Victim Services Gala may not fall under the policy but he feels councillors have an obligation to attend. “If you don’t show up people don’t think you’re interested.”

The mayor receives $804.27 bi-weekly and councillors receive $452.27 bi-weekly; this honorarium covers two regular meetings a month, meetings with residents and staying up to date on current municipal issues.

Councillors do receive an honorarium for attending meetings, conventions and seminars when representing the town and will be reimbursed for their travel. For special meetings such as the business hours bylaw public meeting councillors are paid $80 and the mayor is paid $90, or $30 per hour, whichever is greater for both.

Other committee meetings based on two hours will pay those councillors who attend, $60 per meeting.

Henkelman’s other concern was that councillors could attend a two-hour function but will not get paid for the time. They sometimes leave paying commitments to attend an event related to council, he said.

The committee will look at these questions and will seek feedback from other municipalities to compare remuneration rates.

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Promise of no service cuts haunts Rimoka

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A promise by former chairman Joe Anglin to make no changes to Reid Manor services has left the current Rimoka Housing Foundation board in the hot seat.

Anglin, now a Wildrose MLA, made the statement Feb. 17, 2012 after residents were told that meals, laundry and food were going to be discontinued.

But changes have now been made by the board; a higher than expected vacancy rate at Reid Manor has left a deficit with municipalities footing the bill. The Town of Ponoka, the Town of Rimbey and Ponoka County share the costs and the deficit has created a need for change.

Residents at the manor received a letter from Bethany Group, who manages the building, slipped under their doors stating the night security person was being removed effective Sept. 1. The letter also stated new residents into the building would not be offered the service package effective June 1. Residents have the option of opting out of those services.

The future of these services was discussed in a meeting June 19. The dining room of Reid Manor was full of residents, their children or guardians, the Rimoka board and representatives of Bethany Group. Even Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox was in attendance.

Rimoka chairman Paul McLauchlin said the meeting’s purpose was to have as much dialogue with residents as possible.

Residents concerned over the changes Brenda Verheire’s mother lives at the manor and she wondered what would happen in the case of an emergency after hours. “If there is a fire or emergency, how does the emergency staff get into the building and into an apartment?”

Denis Beesley, president and CEO of Bethany Group, said the manor has an emergency lock box outside for emergency personnel. Reid Manor is the only self-contained building managed by Bethany Group that has a nighttime staff person. Concern over the loss of this employee was disconcerting to some.

Navigating the stairs in the middle of the night may not be possible for some residents, added Ross Dewald, whose mother lives at the manor. “I think it rather important perhaps to have somebody help them down the stairs.”

Removing the night staff caused confusion among people in the room as many of them thought that person is actually provided security; their job is mainly to sleep at the manor and provide assistance if needed.

In the case of an emergency, that person may not be able to deal with all the residents at once, replied Beesley. Removing night staff will save municipalities approximately $30,000 a year but some wonder whether the savings is worth the risk.

“People who are needing the services of an elevator and are not able to navigate the stairs. It is always a concern,” Beesley added.

There is a liability issue for Bethany Group though. They can have nighttime staff but that person is not allowed to provide first aid or other care. The person would be able to get someone a drink or guide them down the stairs but they generally call the guardians or 911 in an emergency.

The building is also equipped with fire alarms and is not unlike other self-contained buildings aside from the nighttime staff person.

Opening the lines of communication Joyce Carothers, whose mother lives at the manor, feels the promise made by Anglin, has affected the board’s credibility. “They voted that now they’re going to change it. How can you renege on those promises made at that time?”

Rimoka’s issues appear to be changing demand and rising costs, explained McLauchlin. On the one hand they must now deal with a promise made by Anglin but must also subsidize the cost of services.

Leaving the level of food service the same is possible but someone must pay for the difference.

“It’s kind of honouring those historic promises that were made, honouring the residents and being fiscally responsible…So you can see we’re balancing all of these,” said McLauchlin.

Carothers feels the services offered at Reid Manor are something that should be promoted rather than

clawed back. She sees these same services as a solution for the future of the building.

For some the real concern is assurance of stability. Carol Haley suggested service costs should be provided to residents and their guardians so they may consider the consequences. “I don’t want to spend the next year wondering if there’s going to be food service here.”

She did not know Rimoka was subsidizing food costs and suggests if Bethany or Rimoka had better communicated those details she would have been able to make a decision on how to ensure food can be paid for.

“If the rules are changing, we need to know,” she stated. “If it’s about the price, then you have to be honest with us.”

“You’ve got people now looking at other places, including me,” added Haley.

Ponoka Coun. John Jacobs assured those in attendance the board was listening to their concerns but also added his own. Money to pay for these services comes from rent, the municipalities and the Government of Alberta and it has become increasingly difficult to balance the budget. “Every year I see less money coming from the province…The money has to come from somewhere. We either have to raise rent or cut services.”

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Denis Beesley, CEO and president of the Bethany Group, speaks with residents at Reid Manor June 19 over planned changes for the building.

Members of the Rimoka Housing Foundation speaks with residents at Reid Manor June 19 over planned changes for the building.

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

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

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

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

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

Everyone Welcome! www.baptistreformedponoka.org

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

Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org

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

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Cowboys invited to church service Submitted Inspirational gospel music will mix with the aroma of fresh pancakes Sunday, June 30 at the annual Cowboy Church Service.

The service at the main grandstand on the Stampede Grounds begins at 8 a.m. Breakfast is served until 11 a.m.

Entertainment will be provided by central Alberta bands Gospel 792 and The NewSong Band.

Gospel 792 hails from the Crestomere area. Their common thread is Meadowbrook church on Secondary Highway 792 near Gull

Lake, thus, the name Gospel 792.

While representing Meadowbrook Church, they are also an independent group ministering where the Lord calls them. They have been together as Gospel 792 for about eight years. In the past their ministry has found them taking cowboy church to rodeos and church functions throughout Alberta as well as ministry in music at seniors’ homes and for different church groups at camp picnics, ban-

quets, fundraisers and jamborees.

They love to go wherever God calls them to sing.

The NewSong Band from Red Deer has developed its own musical style that could be described as a melodic combination of traditional, southern gospel and ’50s and ’60s classic rock/country. They strive to present an overall concert agenda that brings joy, comfort and entertainment to audiences of all ages.

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On March 5 I suffered a hemorrhagic stroke in the visual cortex of my brain.

It did not cripple me, nor leave me blind. It dramatically reduced my short-term memory (what did you say your name was?) and removed my ability to James Strachan read. A page of printThe United Church ed or written text was of Canada simply “word salad” to not a member of me. I could see it, but The Ponoka Ministerial I couldn’t comprehend Association it. I asked my son, an elementary school teacher, if he had an effective program for someone learning to read. “Sure, Dad,” he replied. “It’s called practice, practice, practice.” Following that advice, I am now able to read almost as well as I could previously.

This experience got me thinking about the practice of reading the Bible. I know many of you read your Bible almost every day. I also know that even more of you never open your Bibles. Why is it that so many people do not read the founding and guiding documents of our common faith?

I know some people don’t read it because they’ve tried by starting at the beginning — Genesis — and have given up. But Genesis isn’t the beginning, so it’s the wrong place to start. Others don’t read scripture because the words are unfamiliar, even meaningless — almost “word salad” to them. Others don’t read scripture because they

feel like they don’t have the time.

It’s hard work in the beginning.

Let me suggest to you that you begin to follow my son’s advice to me: “practice, practice, practice.”

Start at the beginning of the story of the Hebrew people — the Book of Exodus. Or start with the stories of Jesus’ life and ministry — the gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke.

Read and write down your questions. Ask them of your pastor and if you don’t have a pastor, ask them of me. I’d be glad to talk to anyone about what the words of the Bible mean.

Many Christians “believe in the Bible” as though it is an article of faith. My own view is that the Bible is the gathered witness of a people of faith who struggle to understand and follow the God who has chosen them. Each book of the Bible emerged from the faith journey of a particular time and serves as inspired guides and instructions for those who desire to be part of God’s chosen and directed people.

Another hurdle to be cleared by those attempting to read the Bible is reading it in the language of another age. Many Christian denominations maintain that only the King James Version of the Bible is legitimate.

But the KJV was translated and written in 1611 — more than 400 years

ago. Its language and structure is totally foreign to the contemporary ear. While its language is beautiful, it is also foreign to the modern mind.

There are many more contemporary translations, most of them more accurate than the KJV, because of the intense Biblical research that has been going on over the past 100 years. The New International Version, the New Revised Standard Version, the Contemporary English Bible, the Message Bible — any of these will sound more familiar to our ears and will likely make a good deal more sense than a 400-year-old translation.

However you attempt to read the Bible, remember my son’s advice: “practice, practice, practice.” Keep on reading until the stories and the events begin to hang together for you. Reading scripture in language you can understand can be an exciting and inspiring experience. Don’t let your Bible gather dust because you tried it once and couldn’t understand it or were confused by the language. Scripture nurtures faith, and faith opens the Bible to greater understanding and deeper commitment.

As my mother used to say about food that was new to me: “Try it; you might like it.”

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Reflections of Ponoka A salute to our homegrown Ponoka Stampede legends

By Mike Rainone for the News As you sit back this week with family and friends to cheer on the thrills and spills of the 77th annual Ponoka Stampede and casually pause to admire our magnificent surrounding countryside you may not realize that many of our earliest rodeo and wagon racing legends were born or raised in this area many exciting decades ago.

From those rough and tumble early prairie traditions of riding and roping and wrestling the rankest of stock, and from racing the cook wagons to the next camp, stars were born and young generations followed with great gusto to make professional rodeo and chuckwagon racing among the most thrilling and popular spectator sports in the world.

Half a century as a chuckwagon superstar Tom Dorchester was born and grew up in the Angus Ridge district, lived for a short time in the Sunset district west of Bluffton and then spent most of his married life at Westerose. Always a daring young lad, Tom took part in his first horse race in Wetaskiwin at the age of 11 and won, which likely sparked a lifelong desire to ride and race horses.

As well as competing in chariot races, flat horses and Roman racing in district competitions in the early years, Dorchester started racing cart teams in 1933, then in 1939 he ran

his first chuckwagon race in Rimbey.

Tom Dorchester’s first chuckwagon milestone came in 1944 at the Calgary Stampede where he out rode for the eventual champion Theo Thage rig; by 1949 he was quickly making his mark as a red hot rookie with his own wagon.

For close to six colorful and exciting decades Tom competed every summer on dusty tracks in Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and throughout the United States. Along the way with his wife, Joy, and growing family in full support, Tom Dorchester raced his way to over 60 chuckwagon victories, including five central Alberta championships, four world championships, a North American championship in 1976, and so many others. The sport also had its up and downs for the Dorchester chuckwagon crew, including countless mishaps and injuries but because of his sheer grit, great skills, and love for the sport, the legendary Tommy Dorchester would compete with the best for nearly six decades.

Always a daunting but colorful figure on the track or behind the scenes, Dorchester contributed so much to his favourite sport and was rewarded not only with many wins but with countless awards and honours from his peers and his avid fans.

These included Chuckwagon Person of the Year, Pioneer of the Rodeo

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A jam-packed crowd takes in the nightly chuckwagon and pony wagon racing at the Ponoka Stampede. Inset photos show legendary chuckwagon drivers Ralph Vigen, far left, and Tommy Dorchester, who were born and raised in this area and captured many championship buckles at our local showdown over the years.

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Eddie Watrin, shown here riding Black Nitre at a 1930s Calgary Stampede, was an early legendary cowboy who won $40 at his first championship in the 1920 Blackie Stampede. he won day money after riding the great bucking horse Midnight at the 1925 Edmonton Rodeo.

The feisty Watrin rode broncs until 1945, then retired to the Iola district and enjoyed an active life visiting district rodeos well into the 1970s.

Award, the first chuck wagon driver to be inducted into the Canadian Cowboy Hall of Fame in 1984, a life membership in 1986 for 50 years of competing at the Ponoka Stampede.

His last race was at the 1981 Calgary Stampede, after which he retired at the age of 70,and passed his reins, his horses, and his chuckwagon passions onto his sons and grandsons, who have proudly carried on the Dorchester tradition to this very day!

Vigen family came to Alberta in 1919 Alfred, Ernest and Gilbert Vigen, along with Clifford Pickett and Johnny Baumgard, left Dry Forks, Mont. in September 1919 with 60 head of cattle and 40 horses bound for Alberta Canada, where they hoped to claim a new homestead and eventually bring their families to the fertile new promised land. The gruelling trip took 35 days, sleeping under the wagons, outrunning the snow storms and steadily moving the tandem wagons with triple boxes full of settlers’ supplies and effects.

After arriving, Alfred Vigen traded his horses to Phil Becker for a quarter of land in the Iola area and then returned to Montana for the winter and returned in the spring by train with his wife Signa and family, as well as two box cars full of furniture, household equipment and milk cows.

After settling in on the farm, they would raise their seven children, Roy, Ernest, Clifford, Vivian, Erma, Ray and Ralph. After completing school, Ralph started driving truck for his father, hauling lumber from the family owned Bear’s Hill Saw Mill.

Ralph joined the army in 1942 and after being discharged in 1945, he and his brother went into the trucking business, hauling for Etter and McDougal until 1948 when he moved to Grande Prairie. He was later joined by Ray and established a lucrative lumber and log hauling business.

Ralph, who married and eventually welcomed six children to the fold, would begin his illustrious career in chuckwagon racing in 1951 as an out-rider for Jack Lauder, then in 1955 he would run his first race with his own outfit at Hand Hills.

The diminutive Vigen’s success on the chuckwagon oval became well known throughout the fast growing professional chuckwagon circuit, and would win five world championships, three Calgary Stampede titles, and an amazing eight number 1 finishes at the Ponoka Stampede, where he also suffered a serious leg injury in 1964.

Ralph sold his outfit to Slim Helme in 1969 but would jump back in the wagon box to help out ailing buddy Tom Dorchester in 1970, then drove two of Max Sutherland’s teams, and would mentor an up and coming young out-rider by the name of Kelly Sutherland.

The spirit and successes of Ralph Vigen’s long and outstanding chuckwagon racing career are still proudly represented on the track by family members Mike and Chanse, who you can cheer on, and even make a wager with all the rest every night at 6:30 p.m. from June 26 on at the Ponoka Stampede.

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Opinion Ponoka News wins national and provincial awards The outstanding work of Ponoka News staff has been recognized with national and provincial newspaper awards.

A spot news photograph taken in 2012 by reporter-photographer Jeff Heyden-Kaye was judged to be the best in its circulation category in the Canadian Community Newspapers Association (CCNA) annual competition.

The judge commented that the photo is a “haunting composition of a firefighter walking through the aftermath of a shed fire.”

“It’s an honour to receive national recognition for my work and I consider myself lucky to be doing something I love. But behind the scenes of any photojournalist is a keen-eyed editor,” HeydenKaye said. “I have to thank editor George Brown for guiding me these last two years. This is just the beginning.”

Brown wrote the best editorial of 2012 among 124 Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association (AWNA) members with his “Bylaw to keep Indians out won’t solve problems.” The editorial criticizes town council’s plans to enact a bylaw further restricting when liquor stores and bars can sell alcohol.

“This make-no-apologies editorial is a massive dose of common sense,” writes the judges.

“This highly controversial editorial takes aim and squarely points the finger at the problem facing the community.”

“It’s encouraging the judges understand the

Telus representative Chris Gerritsen presents Ponoka News editor George Brown with his award for writing the best editorial among community newspapers in Alberta. need for strong editorials that come out and challenge community leaders to be accountable,” Brown said accepting the award. “While the bylaw was eventually passed, I hope the dialogue the editorial generated caused councillors to seriously

Ponoka News reporter-photographer Jeff Heyden-Kaye with his CCNA award for the best sport news photo in the newspaper’s circulation class. consider the consequences and the message this bylaw sends.”

The Ponoka News also won third place in its class for the look and content of its editorial pages.

Special sections created by the

News’ sales and editorial team also won awards. The 2012 agriculture week supplement placed second and the Christmas greetings section won third place among all Alberta community newspapers.

Mandela has made magic work in South Africa As I write this, Nelson Mandela is still with us.

But this is his fourth hospitalization in six months, and the prognosis for 94-year-old men with persistent lung infections is not good. How will South Africa do without him?

Wrong question, actually. In practice, South Africa has been doing without him for more than a decade already — but psychologically, it is just now getting to grips with the reality that he will soon be gone entirely.

For all its many faults and failures, post-apartheid South Africa is a miracle that few expected to happen. Although Mandela retired from the presidency in 1999, he is still seen as the man who made the magic work, and somehow the guarantor that it will go on working. A great many people fear his death will remove that safety net.

Just in the past few weeks, however, the tone of the discussion has begun to change. On hearing that Nelson Mandela had been admitted to hospital yet again, Andrew Mlangeni, one of his dearest friends and once a fellow-prisoner on Robben Island, said simply: “It’s time to let him go. The family must release him, so that God may have his own way with him...Once the family releases him, the people of

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South Africa will follow.”

That one comment opened the floodgates, for it had a strong resonance in traditional African culture, which holds that a very sick person cannot die until his family “releases” him. They have to give him “permission” to die, by reassuring him that his loved ones will be fine when he’s gone. So South Africans must now accept they can get along without Nelson Mandela, and then he will be free to go.

It’s not that everybody really believes in this tradition, but it frames the conversation in more positive way. People can argue about whether South Africa is doing as well as it should but they can at least agree that Mandela got the country safely through the most dangerous phase of the transition, and that they can carry on with the job of building a just and democratic society without him.

Except for President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe, of course. Mugabe has always resented the fact Nelson Mugabe is revered as the father of his

nation while he himself is seen as a vicious tyrant who has ruined his country. So he used a recent interview on South African television to accuse Mandela of having failed in his duty to South Africa’s black majority: he had been too soft on the whites.

“Mandela has gone a bit too far in doing good to the non-black communities, really in some cases at the expense of blacks,” the Zimbabwean dictator said. “That’s being too saintly, too good, too much of a saint.”

Nonsense. What Nelson Mandela and his white negotiating partner, F.W. De Klerk, were trying to avoid in the early 1990s was a South African civil war that would have killed millions and lasted for a very long time.

The 20 per cent white minority was heavily armed, and they had nowhere else to go. Their families, for the most part, had lived in South Africa for at least a century.

Therefore, a settlement that gave

South Africa a peaceful, democratic future had to be one in which the whites still had a future. So you either make the kind of deal that Mandela and De Klerk made, in which nobody loses too much, or you submit to a future that would make the current civil war in Syria look like a tea party.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, talking about Mandela’s inevitable death, said recently: “The best memorial to Nelson Mandela would be a democracy that was really up and running: a democracy in which every single person in South Africa knew that they mattered.”

That is still some distance away, but Mandela has laid the foundations.

He was the right man for the job: a saint who also understood realpolitik.

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

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Hat’s off to Ponoka’s Stampede Association Dear Editor: By the time you read this, the first few days of the largest single event that occurs in Ponoka every year — the Ponoka Stampede — will already be history. Our population will have tripled or quadrupled due to the people who come and camp at the Stampede campground, or at any available site that will allow them to pitch their tent, park their camper or set up their trailers. Restaurants will have lines out the door, hotels will have “No Vacancy” signs, the cash registers will be ringing at gas bars, drive-thrus and lots of other businesses in town.

Yes, there’s likely to be a street blocked off here or there to ensure drivers can safely manoeuvre the increased volume of traffic — and there may well be an increase in the number of people who choose to spend a night visiting the local constabulary because they overindulged.

Unfortunately there will also be lots of Ponokaites grumbling about the event, about the members of the Ponoka Stampede Association board, and possibly even leaving town to escape the busyness that comes to Ponoka along with the event.

I’m not proud of it but I have to admit that when we moved here in 1991, and first listened to the local grumbling about the PSA, I bought into some of the negativity that is unfortunately attached to this worldclass event. I’m here to say that I’ve since learned that the Ponoka Stampede is produced by one of the most dedicated volunteer, non-profit groups that I’ve ever been privileged to meet. Do I agree with everything they do? No, but I definitely admire their 77-year old vision to produce the best possible Stampede that they can — every year. I’m glad that for seven to 10 days our population increases from 6,773 to close to 20,000, affording Ponoka businesses the opportunity to showcase their product and customer service

to a buying public that graces our streets only once a year. I’m glad that local groups such as our Air Cadets, 4-H groups, churches, Guides, Scouts, Lions, youth organizations — and others that I know I’m forgetting — have the opportunity to earn much needed funds for their respective programs by selling programs, 50/50 tickets, concession items in the stands, providing security, etc.

In addition to those groups working at the grounds, the PSA donates to numerous other charitable and nonprofit organizations throughout the year, without any fanfare. I’m glad that 10,000 to 12,000 people visit Ponoka daily who likely otherwise, would not visit our fair town.

As a business owner, I frequently hear “the Stampede does nothing for my business.” My question to you is: “What are you doing to bring the Stampede visitor to your door?” It’s not PSA board members’ responsibility to take their visitor by the hand and lead them to your business.

Do you advertise in their Stampede program? Do you advertise in the Ponoka News Stampede supplement? Do you sponsor an event at the Stampede? Do you offer the Stampede visitor a good reason to come to your business? If you’re not doing any of these, why aren’t you?

You have to get your name in front of the people who come to Ponoka; if they don’t visit you during Stampede, they at least have heard your name, and may come back — just to come to your business.

I know that not all of your readers will agree with me and that’s OK. I’m glad to live in a free country where we can agree to disagree. As for me, I’m saying thank you to the dedicated volunteers who make up the board of the Ponoka Stampede, plus their more than 700 volunteers, as they execute this exciting event that can only be found in my hometown — the Ponoka Stampede.

Sherry Gummow

Applause for Mike Lewis Dear Editor: Ponoka’s director of operations, Mike Lewis, has faced some negative publicity these last two weeks regarding his decision to contract a Lacombe company to plant trees along 50th Street, but I think he deserves praise.

He got a time-sensitive job done, he did make some effort to contract locally without success and he’s succeeded in improving the appearance of one of our main retail areas. Our downtown shopping district, as well as other areas, can only benefit from projects like this. Tidy and beautifully planted neighbourhoods offer

a draw for new people and business looking to move to Ponoka.

Furthermore, a business based in Lacombe could be considered local. It’s certainly within reasonable distance to our town and many Lacombe residents do business in Ponoka. Why do we always focus on the negative? Perhaps this is part of why Ponoka’s business community is struggling.

Let’s commend Mr. Lewis for doing something positive for our town and perhaps local businesses can work to accommodate more similar projects in the future.

Alexandra West

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS TOWN HALL CLOSED Friday, June 28, 2013 from 10:00 am - 1:00pm & Monday, July 1, 2013.

Payments or correspondence may be left in the drop box at the front door.

LAST CALL: PROPERTY TAX REMINDER The deadline for written Property Assessment Appeals is June 28, 2013. Remember you can only appeal your assessment - not the tax amount. Call 403-783-0127 for more information.

Taxes Are Due on July 2, 2013 Avoid late penalties and pay on time!

Alberta Dutch Elm Disease Public Awareness Week June 22- June 28 With your help we can keep Alberta DED free.

Please be aware of the following main points: • Do not store elm firewood at any time.

• Do not transport elm firewood within or into Alberta.

• Do not prune elms between April 1 to September 30.

• Report all DED symptoms to your municipality or the Provincial DED hotline • 1-877-837-ELMS.

EVENTS AND RECREATION Summer Reading Program at Ponoka Jubilee Library Come have fun this summer making crafts, playing games and winning prizes!

Register your child (ages 5-12) at the Ponoka library this month. Program runs July 2nd to August 15th.

Fee is $5 a child, $10 for a family of 4 children or $15 for a family of 5 or more children for the whole summer! Registration times: June 17th – 21st and 24th – 28th 10am – 5:30pm.

For more information contact Paige Mueller at (403) 783-3843 or by email at pmueller@prl.ab.ca

Family Lego Club Ponoka Jubilee Library invites children and adults to take part in our Family Lego Club. Come and build whatever your imagination can come up with. Friday June 28th, 3:30pm – 5:00pm Ages 4+, all younger children must be accompanied or supervised by older sibling or guardian.

Canada Day Celebrations The Town of Ponoka, Klaglahachie and the Hamilton’s IGA present – 2013 Canada Day Celebrations! Monday, July 1, 2013. Hamilton’s IGA BBQ and Entertainment from 11am -5 pm. The Klaglahachie have family and children’s activities and entertainment from 1pm -7pm, in the Parking lot of the United Church. Canada Day Cakes will be available at both locations as well as at the Aquaplex!

Volunteers Needed!

Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society is looking for Volunteers to help during the Canada Day Children’s Festival. Please call Marion at 403-783-2202 or Emma at 403-783-4462 for more information.

Logo Concept Contest Are you creative and want to contribute to your local library? Ponoka Jubilee library is having a LOGO CONCEPT CONTEST! First prize is an eReader and a free library membership for a year. Contest is open to all ages and closes on June 30th. For entry forms and information about the contest go to www.ponokalibrary.prl.ab.ca or stop by Ponoka Jubilee library.

Aquaplex Update Registrations for summer swim lessons are in full swing. Check out the schedule on our website – www.ponoka.ca

Ponoka Stampede Parade Friday, June 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.

Theme: Salute to Big Brothers & Big Sisters

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Be A Responsible Pet Owner With summer upon us, more residents will be out enjoying the days with their pets. Please keep in mind to always pick up after your dog, regardless of where they decide to do their business.

It is not the responsibility of other residents to clean up after your pet. Please help keep Ponoka clean and safe for all. Thank you for your cooperation.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

“Courage is being scared - but saddling up anyway.”

~John Wayne

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– A New Municipal Development Plan For The Town of Ponoka – A Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is a community’s primary land use policy statement. It sets out goals, objectives and high level policies to guide and coordinate future urban growth decisions for the next decade.

Ponoka’s present MDP was adopted in 1997 and needs to be updated. Over the past few months, a group of Town officials and community leaders have been working on this. A draft is now available for public discussion.

The Town will host an Open House at which interested people may discuss the draft plan, ask questions, and suggest improvements. This will be held at the Kinsmen Community Centre located at 5009 – 46 Avenue, Ponoka starting at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday 3 July. We will start with a short presentation, followed by questions and discussion. Complete copies (including maps) will be available at the Open House, or can be picked up in advance at the Town office, or downloaded from the municipal website.

What follows is a very brief summary of the proposed plan.

Downtown

Utilities

The Town’s goal is to maintain downtown as the primary retail and commercial district for Ponoka and the surrounding region. Development should be pedestrian-oriented and distinct from vehicle-oriented development along major highways.

All new developments must connect to the municipal sewer system. There may be a few temporary exceptions considered where sewer service is not yet available.

Downtown should become a mixed-use, multi-functional activity area containing retail, office, institutional, high density residential, recreation, cultural, and entertainment.

The 2007 Freidman Report and the 2001 Ponoka Main Street Demonstration Project will guide the planning process.

Any new municipal office buildings will be located downtown unless operational requirements dictate another location.

Recent studies show that there is ample parking downtown, so the Town will consider relaxing parking requirements for new developments.

Economic Development and Tourism Growth prospects have been identified in the oil and gas, health care, value added agriculture and food processing, transportation, tourism, and retirement sectors. To achieve this, the town will, among other things, • Expand the existing industrial parks and establish a new industrial park on the north side of Highway 53 west of the cemetery.

• Market Ponoka as a place to live for people working at major industrial projects.

• Work with the Stampede Association to continue to upgrade the grounds and facilities, and to market the Stampede Grounds to host more events.

The RCMP contract will be renewed.

More land will be designated for future commercial development along highways and other major roads.

Design standards will ensure commercial developments improve the visual quality along the highways and enhance the marketability of these commercial establishments.

Highway commercial sites will use service roads or shared accesses when possible instead of every business having its own entrance.

New development should provide a full range of housing types and needs, densities, sizes, tenure, prices, and rents.

Higher density housing will be directed to places close to major community facilities, schools, recreation, and commercial areas, along arterial and collector roadways, and where there will be no conflicts over on-street parking Ponoka needs more places where people can place a manufactured home on a rental stall. These might be supplied by expanding existing parks, or by creating new ones in appropriate areas.

There is also a need for manufactured home subdivisions where the residents own the lot on which their unit stands. These will be serviced and built to the same standard as conventional residential subdivisions.

Developers are invited to suggest sites.

The Town will consider development and marketing of land it currently owns, but does not plan to acquire new property for residential development. Council believes this is best left to the private sector.

However, if the private sector is unable to meet local housing needs, the Town will ensure an adequate supply of lots.

Group homes and special care facilities are needed to accommodate people who formerly lived in institutions such as the Michener Centre. Location criteria would be similar to those of other multi-family developments.

The old hospital site is seen as a good location for comprehensive development and/or conversion of the building to a multiple residential or institutional use.

The Town will continue to work with Alberta Health Services to ensure a full range of quality health care is available within the community.

Highway Commercial Development

• Make a good first impression through improved signage and landscaping along main highway entrances and key intersections.

The Town will adopt an area structure plan before any large new area is approved for development. The MDP sets out a list of requirements and design criteria for these plans. Plans will be subject to public consultation before they are adopted.

Health, Safety and Protective Services

Fire protection will continue to be provided by a volunteer fire department supervised by permanent staff. An agreement with the County will continue to provide regional fire fighting capability.

The Highway 2A and Highway 53 Functional Plans developed by Alberta Transportation will govern all development along the highways.

Residential Areas

The Town will encourage developers to use “green” storm water management, which minimizes snow melt and storm water runoff. In order to improve the economics of this for developers, the Town may consider reducing its drainage off-site levies where runoff is reduced.

Businesses that require larger land areas and storage space will be encouraged to move to a light industrial park or highway location.

• Make it easier for people to set up home businesses and bed and breakfast operations, provided they do not reduce the enjoyment of nearby properties.

• Maintain and expand the Centennial Centre (the old AHP). In addition to direct employment, there are spin-off opportunities such as a “Ronald McDonald House” type of facility, housing for workers who now commute and for students enrolled in the Grant MacEwan Psychiatric Nursing Program.

All new developments requiring water must connect to the municipal system. There may be a few temporary exceptions considered where water service is not yet available.

Industrial Development New industrial lots will be created in four locations: the Froman industrial park, the South-West light industrial park, the North-East heavy industrial park and a new highway commercial and light industrial park west of the cemetery.

The development potential of the Highway 2/53 intersection will be discussed with Ponoka County.

All industrial areas will have direct access to truck routes so industrial traffic will not pass through the downtown or residential neighbourhoods.

Recreation, Parks, Schools and Culture The Town’s goal is to protect and enhance the natural environment and ensure that land and facilities are available to meet the recreational, social, cultural, and educational needs of the community.

The Battle River valley will continue to be developed as a linear trail and park system to conserve the natural features and cultural heritage. It will offer year round opportunities for recreation, environmental protection, and education. Additional river valley land will be obtained by purchase, donation, or as municipal reserve where possible.

As much as possible, all parks and open spaces will be connected to the Town’s walkway system. In the long term, the Town’s goal is to connect local trails to a regional system and the Trans-Canada trail network.

A Community For All Ages The goal is to create a community in which people of all ages and abilities can live in comfort, by removing barriers that prevent people from fully participating in ordinary everyday activities.

The Town will promote mixed use development and diversified housing for all ages and physical capabilities allowing residents to “age in place”.

Mixed land use will bring people with special needs closer to amenities.

Walkability in the community will be accomplished through trail development and improvements, connectivity from the downtown to the Battle River Valley trail system and other neighbourhoods, signage, curb cuts, street lighting, and frequent inclusion of benches and rest areas.

Streets will have sidewalks on at least one side of the road.

Pedestrian areas will be built to create pleasant micro-climate environments – landscaping and tree planting that addresses low temperatures and blowing winds in winter and provide shade in the summer. These environments also soften the urban image and act as a noise buffers

Regional Planning and Co-operation Good relations with Ponoka County are a high priority.

The Town will negotiate a new intermunicipal development plan to update the informal 1998 agreement concerning land use in the urban fringe. The urban fringe policies set out in the County’s 2008 MDP are an excellent start.

Existing partnerships with regard to land use planning, economic development and tourism, recreation, transportation, municipal services, and infrastructure will be continued.

Implementation The Land Use Bylaw will be reviewed and updated.

Parks will be planned in co-operation with the school authorities to avoid duplication.

Area structure plans will be adopted to guide any large scale new development. These plans may be prepared by landowners, developers, or the Town, but need to be adopted by council following public input.

The Town will continue the Recreational/ Cultural Agreement with the County.

In co-operation with merchants and landowners, the Town will prepare a redevelopment plan for the downtown area.

The Town will provide land for schools in new subdivisions if the school board demonstrates a need for a new school site.

The Town will consider a plan for the possible relocation of museums to the downtown and undertake a new Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan.

Maintenance takes priority. The Town will give priority to maintaining and upgrading existing facilities rather than constructing new facilities.

Transportation The future roads plan will be updated to include newly annexed land.

The Town will identify areas where secondary suites might be allowed, and how nearby properties can be protected from any adverse impacts.

Dangerous goods will be limited to a few marked roads, and kept out of downtown and residential areas. The routes will be discussed with the public before they are posted.

The Town encourages renewal and redevelopment of older residential areas. This will normally increase the density of population, while safeguarding the interests of neighbours.

The Town will build a system of pedestrian and bike trails as part of the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Master Plan. This system will connect the river valley trail system to other centres of activity.

The 2012 Master Servicing Study and North West Storm Water Management Plan will be legally adopted.

A five year rolling capital budget will identify specific capital projects, their priority, timing, cost estimates, and source of funding.

The MDP sets out principles to help the Town’s long range financial security.

The MDP also sets out a system of priorities for tax-supported capital expenditures.

A series of benchmarks will be adopted to monitor the plan and update it if necessary.

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

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School board advances sexual orientation, gender identity safety

By Amelia Naismith Wolf Creek Public School division is taking further steps to ensure the well being of gay, lesbian, transgender and cross-dressing students and staff with a new procedure.

Although it’s still a work in progress, Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity procedure is nearing the end of its draft stages.

“I’d like to see it operation by fall,” superintendant Larry Jacobs told trustees.

The procedure is a mix of different procedures from Vancouver’s school division and an Edmonton public school’s division. Jacobs blended the models to create one that would fit Wolf Creek schools and was more “user friendly.”

“Some of the language in the original two was a little but clunky and it was spoken to from a very big jurisdictional perspective. We don’t have the kinds of tools they get, or the kinds of programming,” Jacobs explained.

Since reformatting the models, Jacobs released the draft to WCPS staff for comment; he’s discovered the policies surrounding gender-segregated activities still need work.

The procedure reads: “To the greatest extent possible, schools should reduce or eliminate the practice

of segregating students by gender (with the exception of already established single gender-based alternative programs). In the classroom activities or school programs where students are segregated by gender, all students should be given the option to be included in the group that corresponds with their consistently asserted gender identity.”

A staff member asked Jacobs if the section included sports, “Because the concern from a lot of people is does that now mean you could have, quote, a man playing on a women’s team, when they refer to it as a medical gender man playing on a women’s team,” said Jacobs.

Jacobs says rewording is still needed to make the draft’s phrasing clear. “And I can just clarify, maybe sports teams are the exception.”

Except for comments on wording, WCPS staff hasn’t negatively viewed the procedure.

“It’s not being negatively portrayed . . . I think a lot of people feel it could be cumbersome to implement, especially in smaller rural schools. Because you’ll notice they’re talking about separate spaces and that can be a challenge in some of these schools.

But I don’t think anybody is against the concept,” said Jacobs.

The policy is relevant and will directly affect students within the division, as Jacobs says there have

Hypocrisy in federal government Dear Editor: In the June 12 edition of the Ponoka News, our cherubic MP, Blaine Calkins, placed his name and picture over an article trumpeting the “Harper Government’s” passion for greater transparency in Crown corporations.

As usual, the focus was on the CBC, accused of all kinds of waste and the hiding of its salaries and benefits.

All of this, Calkins bellowed, “should be available to the Canadian public on demand!”

This would be completely amusing, if it weren’t so hypocritical. Calkins self-righteously lauds the government’s passion and concern in other, while manifesting the exact opposite of transparency in its own actions.

This is the government, you will recall, that buries dozens of bills — many dealing with environmental concerns — in the murky depths of its regular “omni-

U.S. Gov’t violates security boundaries?

Dear Editor: It comes across like a plot for a thriller: high levels of intrigue, international ramifications, secret government programs and secrets revealed, and protagonist Edward Snowden being hunted down by the legal resources of the USA superpower.

Even while Albertans empathize with our southern neighbours in the flood-damaged south, the distraction of this international caper has become an emotional and intellectual teaser. Real flesh and blood, non-fictional fare that pits an apparent conscience driven whistleblower with the most powerful nation in the world: a David and Goliath situation that seems more like a real life version of the Bourne Conspiracy.

Does a government have the right to spy on its citizens by secretly collecting data so that it can protect against, external and internal threats?

It a complicated discussion and it might take years to clarify. But in the meantime, you could be Subway Fresh caught up is this drama, Try Our if you want: a perfect real life lesson for a civics or a social studies class, except that students are in the midst of exams and Now available h my guess is they do not for any sandwic want unsolicited distracor salad tions.

George Jason.

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bus bills” so that most measures are passed without ever reaching the light of day or parliamentary debate.

This is also the government which, through its prime minister, is negotiating a touted Free Trade Agreement with the European Union in complete secrecy, one of whose provisions grants the right of European multinational companies to sue Canadian government departments over policies that restrict its profit taking.

Laws, for example, like environmental protection laws.

Calkins writes about transparency but his government generally practices obfuscation. Obfuscation means, “to hide or confuse…to darken.” I can’t imagine a darker government than our present one, nor a more cheerful looking “shill” than Calkins. A shill, by the way, is defined as “a slick promoter…one who persuades people that black is white!”

James Strachan

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been cross-dressing stuAppropriate consedents who considered quences will be in effect themselves the opposite across the division and sex. doesn’t exclude staff Along with ensurmembers behaving in a ing students, staff and discriminatory manner. family members of all However, consexual orientation and sequences such as gender identities feel suspensions aren’t besafe and welcome within ing taken out of the the schools, and all of division’s vocabulary. their needs — including Instead its suspension changing room — are powers are growing. met, the procedure ad“We have the authority dresses consequences to suspend students for for discriminatory comthings they’ve done over ments and actions, both the weekend if it’s going physical and digital, Superintendant to affect school Monday such as email or Facemorning,” said Jacobs.

Larry Jacobs book.

He feels students Jacobs says it isn’t and parents alike believe enough to punish students with acts such as suspension, if something transgresses off school the consequences, such as apologies grounds, outside of school hours it and letters written to the affected fam- can’t be touched by the school, but ily, need to be remedial and teach the Jacobs says if it’s going to affect the offender how to appropriately inter- school’s environment and health the act with gay, lesbian, transgender and school can inject itself into the situation. cross-dressing students and staff.

“So many people believe once “It could be a number of things to make whole the person again,” said Ja- they’re at home they’re safe, they can say anything they want,” said Jacobs. cobs.

RACE AGAINST HUNGER Community Food Drive Come on down to Hamilton’s IGA on Friday, June 28, from 1 – 4 p.m., to meet and greet WPCA drivers while they bag your groceries in support of the Ponoka Food Bank.

Encana will match cash contributions dollar-for-dollar and food donations at $2 per pound of food (up to $10,000). Thank you for your generous support!

We will pick up your paper, clean tins, glass, No. 1-5 plastic and cardboard.

We also pick up cardboard from local businesses.

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By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

ployment counsellor with the Ponoka and District If you’re looking for a job, chances are you Employment Service Centre, to speak on its benhave walked into the Ponoka Employment Cen- efits. Benoit and Norma Gauthier provide special tre but not many businesses take advantage of this training to those who need it. “The services that we provide are targeting both the job seekers and connection to the workforce.

To educate businesses the Ponoka and District the labour force in the area, and the employers.”

By a show of hands most chamber members in Chamber of Commerce invited Tom Benoit, emattendance do not use the centre to find staff but Benoit sees this as an opportunity to drive interest.

Because the centre is under contract with the Alberta Government, they are required to provide a certain level of service. “We don’t just help people looking for a job.”

For those who are looking for a job the centre does skill development to get clients ready for an interview. “We are also able to offer what are called exposure courses.”

These courses give jobseekers specific certificate training such as H2S and transportation of dangerous goods. Certificates are generally related to the trades.

“And then we get into the actual job search,” he stated.

Staff research job openings for an area and post it on their jobs board. He finds employers use Kijiji quite frequently to post a job opening. As more people use smartphones they will also search websites easy to access through mobile applications.

“At present day in the job search market, Kijiji is one of the first sites that people go to,” said Employment counsellor Tom Benoit Benoit.

He finds many people come to view the job board and some of those searchers already have a job but are looking to advance their careers.

Counsellors help put resumes together and track leads.

Applicants have access to a telephone and fax in to get their information to potential employers.

“We are able to provide some job maintenance services.”

Benoit can also assist workers who are Pancake Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. having trouble in a Ponoka UFA Petroleum agency, 6520 46 Ave workplace; employees can work with counselWPCA drivers will be on-site to lors to find a solution.

This is where they serve the meal and sign autographs. can also help employers with wording for ads and even retention ideas.

“We’re available to come up with ideas to do training courses,” said Benoit. “A little bit of investment in skill training and development can go a long way towards improving the productivity of your company.”

He suggests emPonoka UFA Farm & Ponoka UFA Petroleum ployees happiness and Ranch Supply 403-783-8848 satisfaction makes a Agent: Aaron & Tegan Heck 403-783-4811 better work environManager: Kevin Burgess ment. Benoit has been approached by Sarah Olson, economic development officer for the Town of Ponoka, to brainstorm ideas © 2013 UFA Co-operative Ltd. All rights reserved.

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Canada Day Activities

Monday, July 1, 2013 8 am – 11 am

Pancake Breakfast at Gemini Corp 4100 67 St

10 am – 6:30 pm Art Show at Arena Complex 4310 54 St 11 am – 5 pm

BBQ and entertainment at Hamilton’s IGA

1 pm – 7 pm

Children’s Childrren’s Festival Fest at KKlaglahachie laglahachie SSquare 5020 52 Ave.

pm 2 pm m–4p m

Family Swim m at a the Aquaplex 5315 46 Ave pm Public Swim at the 4 pm – 6 p m Publ Aquaplex 5315 46 Ave.

Ponoka UFA Community Appreciation Event June 27, 2013

Come on out and celebrate the Ponoka Stampede.

PRIZES TO BE WON! Supporting your community for generations.

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Hamilton’s

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Stampede brings entertainment for the entire family

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye With floods affecting many southern Alberta rodeos the Ponoka Stampede appears to be on the lucky list.

Stampede president Joe Dodds is always eager for the kickoff and this year has started with a bang. The association has taken on the Jace Harty Memorial Bull Riding event for the first time and with a full campground

appeared to be well received.

Dodds is grateful that rain and flooding was not a worry for Ponoka.

“We’re lucky and let’s hope it stays that way.”

At the midway most people would have by now seen the obstacle course on the Stampede hill. Dodds says Dodge will showcase some of its trucks and people will get the chance

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The Remuda Award-winning committee also brings the best stock from Western Canada, including from the Calgary Stampede. There is such a demand for the animals that cowboys from around

the world can’t wait to try their hand on a bucking bronc or bull.

Although the association has not made any set plans, Dodds says they will work with the Calgary Stampede, which is slated for July 5 to 14, as they deal with the effects of flooding of their grounds.

The Stampede Association may have to keep Calgary’s stock for some time until they are ready, “because we’re all family.”

For Ponoka, expect to see the Alberta Mounted Shooters Association compete in their finals with fast riding, quick draw action on the last morning at the Calnash Ag Event Centre June 27. Country singer Wynonna Judd will entertain crowds the same evening. This is also the day cowboys can raise awareness of breast cancer by being “Tough Enough to Wear Pink,” a program started by Wrangler.

The Stampede parade salutes Big Brothers Big Sisters who are celebrating 100 years in Canada.

Mentors and clients will walk in the parade to raise awareness of the program. Beth Reitz, executive director for Ponoka’s branch, has a goal for 100 mentors for 2013.

A shiny Allan Cup will also dazzle parade-goers.

The Bentley Generals, winners of the cup, have been named honorary parade marshals.

The ladies only Chicks for Charity fundraiser is Star of CBC’s Heartland, Amber Marshall is set for June 29 at the Stagecoach Saloon. Last year coming to the Chicks for Charity fundraiser the group raised $20,000 for the Central Alberta June 29 and will join in the fun at the Rodeo Women’s Emergency Shelter, the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre obstetrical program and Big BrothChallenge.

Photo by Shawn Turner ers Big Sisters. Star of CBC’s Heartland, Amber Marshall, is also coming to support the breakfast. She plans to arrive at 10 a.m. and then make her way to the Rodeo Challenge at 11 a.m. Marshall has copies of her Life & Style magazine to hand out along with her 2013 calendar.

Ash Cooper’s commissioned painting of Canadian Saddle Bronc Champion Rod Hay is up for grabs June 30 at 4 p.m. Art buffs will have a chance to place top bid for the painting during the Art Auction at the Stagecoach Saloon.

There are a total of 21 pieces for sale and funds as Honorary Parade Marshalls at the will pay for hosting the event and support the 77th Annual Tom Butterfield Scholarship.

Canada Day brings Friday, June 28th 10:00 am recognition to members of the Ponoka Legion who will parade into the grandstands. The Tim Hortons Family Festival and the Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society will have entertainment and fun times for children.

It’s also the last day of the Stampede. The best chuckwagon racers, who start June 26, will compete for the high stakes $50,000 Dash for Cash and the best rodeo competitors will compete for saddles and bragging rights.

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Business change reduces town commodities

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A new store is coming to Ponoka although it may not be in the form most people would think. Extra Foods is changing to No Frills in the fall.

This means changes are coming to what is offered at the store. Ponoka News was unable to speak with a Loblaw Companies Limited representative, the company did respond to email queries.

“It’s unfortunate that we’re losing the clothing side of the business.

It appears the economic development committee has their work cut out for them,” said Les Jaster, manager of the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce.

For those who are used to buying the Joe brand clothing they will have to go elsewhere.

This has left some people upset.

Rob McArthur tweeted his disappointment at the change. “Now going to have to drive to #RedDeer for stuff like bulk foods. All the good stuff #PresidentsChoice makes are unavailable at #NoFrills.”

He feels consumers who enjoy the one-stop-shop are going to lose out of that option.

There are other retail stores in Ponoka but most have a niche market such as western wear, hunting clothes or lingerie and parents may have a challenge outfitting the entire family. The No Frills mandate is to offer

TELUS investing $200,000 in Ponoka Telus is spending $200,000 in Ponoka this year to expand and enhance wireless service for area residents and businesses. By the end of this year, Telus will have invested $500,000 in new technology and infrastructure in Ponoka since 2011.

“Telus’ $200,000 investment means people and businesses right here in Ponoka will have access to enhanced wireless services,” said Fred Weinheimer, general manager of customer solutions delivery. “The demand for advanced communications services is exploding in Ponoka, and Telus is committed to bringing the latest technology to the community.”

This investment is part of $2 billion in infrastructure upgrades across Alberta through 2014.

Telus’ $200,000 investment in 2013 will enhance its 4G and 4G LTE wireless network in Ponoka.

low prices to consumers, said Elaine Quan, senior manager public relations, in an email. “No Frills stores focus on low prices, great value and a commitment to the community.”

There may be changes to the management as well, Loblaws had a job posting available for a new store manager, which has since expired. Current manager Audrey Cohoe was able to apply for the position but she will most likely compete with other applicants from across Canada. Cohoe was unable to comment as all staff have been instructed to send media inquiries to the company.

Currently the company employs 60 to 70 full and part-time staff, which Quan said would be similar for No Frills. The difference is No Frills is a franchise of Loblaw’s and the new owner has to hire the staff, explained Quan.

Jim Hamilton, owner of Hamilton’s IGA, the only other grocery store in Ponoka, declined to comment on the decision.

At the bottom of every Extra Foods receipt is a customer service number.

Consumers can use these to provide feedback to the company: www.storeopinion.ca or 1-877-234-2322.

Extra Foods is changing formats and will become a No Frills in the fall. Some of the changes with the new format will take away clothing lines.

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Ponoka RCMP work with OnStar to nab car thieves

By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Police investigated an incident at McDonald’s June 21 at 8:30 a.m. where a man and a woman had slept the night in the café and harassed some customers.

The couple had since left and while police were taking a statement from employees a 2011 GMC Sierra was stolen from the Extra Foods parking lot.

It appears the same people who were at the restaurant had taken the truck after seeing it running with the keys in the ignition. With the help of OnStar police were able to find the truck and turn it off on Secondary Highway 815.

As a result, a 22-year-old woman from Edmonton and a 21-year-old man from Saskatchewan were arrested. The man claimed to be tired of walking everywhere. The plates from the truck were taken off and sandbags and a golf club set were thrown out. The man was charged with theft of a truck under $5,000 and not having a licence. The woman was charged with theft under $5,000 and resisting and obstructing an officer. Police say they admitted to using crystal meth.

Caught watching pornography A 51-year-old man faces charges of committing indecent acts and possession of a controlled substance after being found pleasuring himself in his 1991 GMC Sonoma June 23 at 3 a.m. He was found masturbating to pornography on his laptop and smoking crystal meth and claimed to have used the wireless Internet signal from a hotel.

Copper thieves nabbed Police pulled over a 2006 Pontiac Vibe June 22 at 1:30 a.m. northbound on Highway 2A because it was being driven too slowly. The occupants of the vehicle were hauling approximately 500 pounds of copper pipe sticking out of the back of the car and were unable to provide a reasonable explanation as to why it was there.

One person claimed they were taking it to his father in Red Deer but could not say why they were driving north to Hobbema. A subsequent phone call to the father showed he had no idea the pipes were coming to him. Further investigation found the pipes were taken from the construction site at the Ponoka Composite High School.

Three men aged 19, 22 and 24 from Red Deer were arrested and charged with theft over $5,000.

Man runs over puppy

By Amelia Naismith Police were called to help with an abandoned If you see a fully puppy June 19 at 12 p.m. Witnesses claim a man loaded fire truck inching in a white vehicle dropped off two puppies on 54 through downtown don’t Street and then drove over one puppy, killing it, but be alarmed. missed the other. There are no further details on the Last year 25 Curves for Women members incident. pulled a truck down Hit and run Police are looking for a Caucasian man with Chipman Avenue in the name of charity; this year blonde hair after an alleged hit and run June 20 at 1 they’re challenging other a.m. at the four-way stop near 7-11. He was driving

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businesses to follow in their steps.

“This year we thought we’d raise money for the Search and Rescue Dogs (Association of Alberta).

They need money, they’re good for everybody,” said Curves fitness instructor Theresa Abt. Abt believes if businesses put together teams with their employees and willing customers and everybody donates just $5 the proceeds will quickly add up.

Each group will be required to pull the truck down Chipman Avenue, to a certain point while being timed. The truck will then be backed up and other teams will attempt to beat each other’s times.

“The bottom line is it’s fun,” said Abt. “When there’s a challenge people like to go.”

The event is also aiming to bring fun and excitement downtown during Stampede Week.

Curves’ fire truck challenge is taking place June 27 at 11 a.m.

a blue dually extended cab pickup and apparently collided with a driver of a Dodge Caravan.

Motorcycle theft A Yamaha 80 motorcycle went missing from an unlocked garage on 63 Avenue and 50 A Street overnight June 19. Police are looking for suspects.

Man assaulted A 29-year-old man received an unwelcome assault June 25 at 5 p.m. after calling a 26-year-old man a “F-ing hillbilly.” The 26-year-old man became upset and allegedly assaulted the 29-year-old.

The suspect was charged with assault causing bodily harm.

Shoplifter detained Staff at a downtown store detained a 43-year-old native woman after she tried to take clothing from the store June 21 at 1:30 p.m. She was hiding the clothing in her coat but was found and stopped by staff. She was arrested for shoplifting.

If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

With the help of On Star police apprehended two suspects who allegedly made off with a truck June 21.

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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Construction delays hinder school’s transition After a five-week delay in procedure and construction there is a firm possibility Ponoka Composite High School (PCHS) won’t be ready to house all students by September.

In the spring of 2011 Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) was informed $12 million was available to modernize both the high school, which is set to become a grades 7 to 12 school, and Diamond Willow Middle School (DWMS), which will be a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school by the fall of 2014.

WCPS employed architects to examine the schools, taking into account the modernizations wanted, and estimate what the projects would cost.

The number came in at just under the fixed $12 million and the Alberta Government, as well as an independent cost analyst, felt the bids would be higher than what the funding would allow.

WCPS wanted to reallocate funds from another budget line and add it to the $12 million to ensure the modernization projects would be covered. However, the money couldn’t be transferred without approval from Alberta Education.

“They took about five weeks to get back to us,” explained superintendant Larry Jacobs.

“When the tenders went out and the bids came in we found we didn’t need that money,” he added.

Because of the delays, Shunda Consulting and Construction Management Ltd can’t ensure they’ll have the high school finished in six weeks before classes start up again.

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courses will be transferred to restricted areas of DWMS until construction is complete. Jacobs says it will be classes such as humanities, which doesn’t require standard structured learning environments, rather than hold back the middle school students until everyone can accommodated.

“We recognized right out of the gate that utilizing Diamond Willow was not the best option,” said Jacobs.

Sections of the middle school have been boarded off for modernizations but access to the common area, library and gymnasium have been granted as the high school needs them.

By Amelia Naismith Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) have finally gathered enough funds to hire a school resource officer (SRO) for Ponoka.

Initially WCPS wanted to split the cost three ways between themselves, Ponoka County and the Town of Ponoka. WCPS was willing to pay $65,000, a majority of the town and county. But without the town’s support they would pay $90,000 over the next three years.

The town twice denied supporting the venture.

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The remaining $20,000 needed to support the SRO was brought forth from First Nations, Métis, Inuit funding (FNMI). It took an additional six months to find the extra funding needed.

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Transition programs for students attending what is soon to be the former high school will be in place for fall, says Jacobs.

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Outlaw musicians changed the course of country music The first time you heard that song, you were stunned.

You wanted to turn around and listen to it again.

Was the singer following you around? Did the writer peek into your heart? Because every word, every note exactly mirrored how you felt, the hurts you lived, the struggle you endured.

To get that feeling, you just know that the songwriter had to go through that same pain. And in the new book Outlaw: Waylon, Willie, Kris, and the Renegades of Nashville by Michael Streissguth, you’ll see that each struggle was worth it.

Music executives and critics visiting Nashville in the 1960s were nothing but critical: the city had a ban on booze sold by the glass, rock and roll shows were

attended by police, hillbillies were everywhere and so was segregation — though Nashville did have a reputation for being progressive on race.

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Though Willie told Waylon the city would break his heart, Waylon quickly landed a gig at a club and was “king” in short order. He had a good reputation for music, money — and pills.

He also had a stubborn streak, much to Chet Atkins’ chagrin when Waylon signed on at RCA. In the summer of ’65, Captain Kris Kristofferson, on his way to teach British literature at West Point, stopped at Nashville to meet with a music publisher. Kristofferson grew up in Brownsville, Texas, listening to the Grand Ole Opry show and dreaming of joining Hank Williams onstage. He wrote songs like Hank, from college to his Rhodes Scholar days, to his stint with the military.

A few days after arriving in town, he resigned his commission at West Point.

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Rural school acquires cutting-edge technology

By Amelia Naismith Mecca Glen School is going to be among the leading ranks of Alberta’s schools, blending academic environment and technology in the classroom.

Mecca Glen is part of an extended Chromebook pilot program and is receiving 80 Chromebooks next fall.

Chromebooks are smaller versions of laptops that can start up in seconds and are connected to Google Chrome.

Greg Esteves, technology integration director for Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS), says Wolf Creek was looking for proposals from schools that were in a “state of readiness” with the abilities and skills to use the technology effectively.

“Do you have a core set of skills with an ability to imagine learning in a different environment?” Esteves asked rhetorically.

Teachers at schools that are a part of the pilot project are required to attend a technology convention each fall.

“It’s not just about the technology, it’s not just about the Chromebooks,” he added.

Mecca Glen principal Al Libby has determined approximate grade configurations for next year and believes he’ll have about 75 students from grades 4 to 9; which is why he asked for 80 Chromebooks.

With the older students given complete access to the Chromebooks for most of each school day — where all

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core subjects can be accessed and taught on — the schools two computer labs, which house 30 computers each, will open up to the younger grades.

Mecca Glen has one computer for every 2.5 students, says Libby, which is a better ratio than most schools have. “But we’re still fighting for the computer labs.”

Teachers at Mecca Glen will be given about one hour per week in oneon-one instructional time with the school’s technology coach, Richard Zandberg, to learn more Principal about the Chromebooks and how their uses can be absorbed and advance learning in the classroom.

Libby teaches his Grade 3 math class solely from a computer lab and already has developed many uses for the technology the Chromebooks will make available, with positive results.

This year Libby had three students who greatly struggled in math and he had serious qualms on whether they’d be able to pass the Provincial Achievement Test (PAT). One passed with a mark in the mid50s and another with a mark in the 60s.

Only one student failed the test. The student has serious medical and learning challenges and the day before the PAT was spent in the hospital.

This year, by using the engaging technology tools one-third of the Grade 3 math students hit the provincial standard of excellence. In previous years, before the school wasn’t a part of the 21st Centuary Learning (U21C) initiative, no students from the Grade 3 level achieved a standard of excellence.

“Results like that aren’t an accident,” said Esteves.

Mecca Glen became a part of the U21C initiative almost two years ago, when the project started, which was before Libby Al Libby was principal at the school.

The first year the Wolf Creek Public School (WCPS) board offered a $300,000 grant, which was split between the original schools of the project.

The second year, Mecca Glen received a $150,000, which they had to match. Schools within the division had to team up, mentor each other and submit a proposal; Mecca Glen submitted theirs with Alix MAC. “It isn’t easy, you can’t just say we’re going to turn Mecca Glen into a U21C school,” said Esteves.

When the school joined the initiative it appointed one of its teachers as the technology coach.

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Principal’s website expands learning opportunities Continued from page 20 having trouble. It’s a much better use Zandberg now spends 20 per cent of teachers’ time.” of his time working with the teachers Since Mecca Glen entered U21C to support them as they bring newer, two years ago, Zandberg says he’s notechnology-based learning strategies ticed the students are more engaged into their classrooms. and excited by what they’re learning.

Libby joined Mecca Glen one This is why Libby is particularly year ago from Rocky Mountain eager for the Chromebooks. He feels House. “I was lost. I was basically a the last two years have been focused conventional teacher.” on teachers and the technology with However, Libby was able to only isolated pockets for student opchoose his own tech goal and decided portunity. “Now we’re going to be he wanted to build his own website moving the technology into the hands for Mecca Glen, in conjunction with of the students.” the WCPS site.

“It’s to leverage it for learning, Libby wanted his website to be a and that’s the really powerful part,” place for students and parents to go and keep up with the school’s news added Zandberg.

“People think this is a little county (http://alibbymg.wordpress.com/). “I in the middle of a farming community had no idea it was going to become a primary teaching tool, rather than a with conventional classrooms,” said Libby. place to go and get up to date.”

Although students will now spend On his front page Libby created menus leading to additional pages for more time using technology classes Mecca Glen’s staff are prepared to the classes he taught.

Libby’s students no longer need to balance the Chromebooks with more take their textbooks home because the traditional methods for many reasons, whole book has been uploaded onto including student safety. the website; practice sheets and class “It’s a much smaller machine than assignments are also there. “This is a laptop,” said Libby, explaining that really where I started to expand as a the technology won’t be used in exteacher.” cess to the point of straining students’ On his site Libby added a forum eyes. area for comments and questions, to As well as recesses students will which he responds and posts. Parents continue with gym classes and 30 set who subscribe to the website will be minutes of physical activity a day. “A notified whenever Libby posts, which good teacher will know how to balhe says is an easy way to keep parance hands-on group work, it’s all ents informed of test dates so they can about balance,” said Libby. better help the students study.

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Rimoka wants feedback from Reid Manor residents Continued from page 3 He does not know where else they can get money to help cover costs.

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He feels if people have the option for food or no food the vacancy rate would decrease.

“I think it’s beneficial to discuss these kinds of things with those it’s affecting,” added Lloyd. “I’m glad you’re going to do that.”

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Beesley feels the issue with the nighttime staff has created an expectation from residents in a building that is meant to be self-contained. “I actually think we have residents in there who come in with the expectations, ‘I need that, or I may need it at some time,’ and then you change the rules on them.”

Rimbey Coun. Gayle Rondeel wants residents to have the opportunity to see all the financial details involved with the services. “Break it down for them.”

She feels residents will be able to decide what services they want, which will also help the situation.

Dave Buist, director of client services, suggested there are residents who also may need a different type of care than what is provided at Reid Manor.

“If we were a straight self-contained facility bringing residents in under that mandate, probably 75 per cent of them wouldn’t be in.”

McLauchlin agrees with residents and the guardians who want more information and the Bethany Group will provide those details to them. The board has also agreed to meet again July 17 to discuss feedback from residents.

“They need to be given that information…And based on that information they may be able to instruct us,” he said.

Ponoka Mayor Larry Henkelman suggested the board make a decision on these issues rather than drag it out. “We have to decide where we are headed with this building.”

The board decided to uphold the decision to remove the nighttime staff.

They also decided to keep food services but effective September 2014 the service package will be charged at full cost.

Using Reid Manor as a new model Beesley believes the lodges were started some time in the 1950s in Alberta. The purpose was to provide a mid- to low-income housing solution for seniors and worked relatively well at the time. But mandates for lodges have not changed much since they were developed.

However seniors’ needs have changed over the years. “They want space. They want choice. They want options.”

This is one of the reasons lodges and self-contained building are seeing vacancies.

The Alberta Urban Municipalities Association and the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties is working with the province to change these mandates and models. Making these changes takes time however as they will need to be sustainable for the next 20 to 30 years, said Beesley. “Reid Manor could be that type of model.”

Reid Manor as a self-contained building A decision approximately 10 years ago by the Rimoka Housing Foundation to fill a need in services has come back to haunt the present board. Ponoka had Golden Leisure Lodge and Reid Manor and the lodge had a waiting list. To deal with the wait, directors decided to offer

food at Reid Manor, Beesley explained in an interview. “It was a good decision at the time because it (Rimoka) was responding to the needs of the community.”

There were not many other options for Ponoka seniors then but now the town also has the private Sunrise Village.

Reid Manor is unlike any other self-contained seniors’ building in the province; residents have access to extra services such as laundry, cleaning and food. The latter now something residents have come to rely on. Buist said in an email he does not know of any other stand alone residences such as the manor that offers such services.

“We are aware of some that are physically attached to lodges that provide some of the services (but probably not all of them, i.e. perhaps only one meal per day).”

Food has become a staple at Reid Manor and residents have come to rely on the service but it is subsidized as residents pay a fixed amount. Reid Manor and the Golden Leisure Lodge have seen a vacancy for a longer period of time than administrators are used to seeing. This has left a shortfall in income and anything extra is paid for by the Rimoka Housing Foundation.

Offering food services has forced the responsibility of dealing with those services at the on Rimoka manor, which is not their mandate. The real manager is the Bethany Group.

“They’re between a rock and a hard place,” said Beesley.

Food costs range from $6 to $7 per person per day but labour and preparation are not figured in that cost. Beesley suggested if Reid Manor were attached to Golden Leisure Lodge with a tunnel, the costs would be much less to provide the service.

Fallout from last year’s announcement In January 2012, Bethany Group announced residents would see changes to their laundry, meal and cleaning services but that was rescinded after an outcry from family and residents.

At that point the Alberta Government stated Reid Manor needed to become a licenced building as food was being served, said Beesley. Bethany has to follow a safety regulations in Reid Manor but this has added extra costs as well.

“Now we actually have a set of rules,” he said.

Providing an on-site person to sleep and be around for residents is another challenge. “It’s a seven-days-a-week operation and people get sick.”

Although there is no actual cost model he believes the amount is around $30,000 a year.

Rimoka does have the option of requesting Reid Manor become a lodge but Beesley does not advise this action.

If the Alberta Government were to grant that request Rimoka would become responsible for the building and liability.

“The cost to the local taxpayer is just going to be out of site,” he explained.

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Bob Holt (right) performs in Cowboy Poetry at the Ponoka Legion, June 23. He was accompanied by Hugh Kelly and Joanna Lietz (not shown).

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By Amelia Naismith For the past four years, Ponoka has been treated to a dose of the cowboy country classics before the Stampede even starts.

Cowboy Poetry is always held the weekend before the Ponoka Stampede. “A lot of people come to Ponoka before the Stampede starts and there’s nothing for them to do,” explained organizer Reg Rust.

June 22 saw 12 singers and poets from across North America fill the Ponoka Legion, including recording artists Rod Erickson and Nashville singer Randy Smith.

“We love entertainment and we realize entertainment should go beyond your own town,” said Rust.

Cowboy Poetry embodied a simple yet captivating scene of pure enjoyment, set to a soundtrack of old style country music, with lots of clapping, toe-tapping and wistful smiles.

“One of the aims of the Alberta Cowboy Poetry Association is to keep the old things alive, said performer Hazel Rust.

Rather than sing, Hazel rust took the music out of old country songs and turned them into a dramatic poetry. She also performed some of her own humorous poems.

Other performers included Bob Holt and Jim Beaudion. Beaudion has performed across the nation and filled the hall with deep, woeful country crooning, acoustic guitar and old-time country ambience.

Beaudion played to the crowd songs from country legends such as hank Williams, Hank Snow, Ronny Robbins and Marty Robbins. “He was one of my idols growing up,” he said of Snow.

“I was raised on that. I like the old cowboy music best,” he added.

However, it isn’t only the country greats Beaudion looks up to; he’s also a great fan of singers such as Elvis and Johnny Cash. “I grew up at a real good time for music.”

Beaudion began performing at cowboy events and jams eight years ago. Before, he stuck to parties, campfires and his home. “I just love doing it. I got a real good backup band, they make the music easy for me,” he said, referring to Joanna and Merv Leitz and Ralph Rounce.

He was also grateful to the organizers of the Cowboy Poetry event.

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He suggests actions Residents, town speak a great deal to havcouncil and Town of ing a healthy town. One Ponoka staff are working member, Peter Oakes, is together to build momenworking in the industrial tum for economic growth. area to ensure lots are The key factor appears to presentable and clean. be acceptance of a com“To make the industrial mon goal. park look more than an Much of the work of industrial park.�

Ponoka’s economic deThe challenge he facvelopment board (EDB) es is trying to get people is trying to bring new together for a voluntary businesses to Ponoka. committee but despite the EDB chair Chairman Gary Colyn difficulties, the people on Gary Colyn said they are compiling a the board have a desire to list of vacant buildings in see the town flourish. “If town to come up with an inventory for anything, to get feedback to the town as prospective companies. “To make these far as what the business community has businesses and empty buildings fill up on their mind.� with businesses.�

Much of the work of the EDB is He wants to create a welcoming following up with reports presented to commercial environment. There have the Town of Ponoka such as the recent been some discussions among the EDB Ponoka Recreation Advisory Commembers over comments published in mittee’s recreation survey, which is the Ponoka News and the board is work- available on the town website. Counciling to create a positive atmosphere. lors Izak van der Westhuizen and Rick “Really, the paper is not respon- Bonnett also sit on the board. sible for the community being positive.

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Based on community feedback, Colyn feels employees are stretched thin with their work. He suggests the town can become more successful if operated like a business. “With community in mind,� he added.

Colyn does feel the town is working on fostering positive attitudes within the community and wants to “keep it rolling.�

For Olson’s part, she has been working on wayfinding signage and $30,000 has been allotted this year. “It’s an incremental plan.�

She has been working with a committee to prioritize which areas of the town people should be directed to. The starting point is the Highway 2A and Highway 53 intersection. From there signs will direct motorists to spots such as the recreation buildings, the Stampede

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New banners are currently in the proofing stages and Olson is working to ensure they capture the eyes of passersby. “We want it to be very easy to see and read.� “I’m excited that they will add a splash of colour and they will add a bit more vibrancy to the streetscape.�

Approximately 80 banners of different sizes will go up around Ponoka, some downtown and the larger ones going along the two highway intersections. Billboard placement is also in the works for the town along Highway 2. Olson is working with property owners to rent land.

She also worked with Family and Community Support Services to install some benches downtown. “I think that’s a great thing for the community.�

The town has also been able to take advantage of a $1,500 grant to add some more elements to the tractor park across from Siding 14. “We’re working on a heritage sign of Ponoka and various elements of our history.�

With the different plans for this year, Olson said there are many solutions for small towns to revitalize the business community. Ponoka is not the only community struggling to compete against the larger centres’ shopping amenities but she feels the town can make some changes.

A downtown revitalization webinar offers ways to make empty stores more inviting with murals on the windows or advertisements of other stores’ offerings. “I think we have to get creative in our solutions,� stated Olson.

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Mecca Glen, basketball champions

By Amelia Naismith For the second year in a row Mecca Glen School managed to defeat all competitors and claim the title of CWAJHAA basketball champions.

Coach Adam Troitsky says it wasn’t the winning for a second year that made the championship so special; it was how much hard work was put into the season and how badly the boys wanted it.

“They’re a special group of players,” said Troitsky. “The real exciting stuff — winning the championship is whatever — the real exciting stuff is watching them succeed.”

Troitsky says what he’ll remember most from the season is watching the boys’ faces when they realized what they accomplished.

Although the two-time win is a feat new to Mecca Glen Troitsky says it isn’t that uncommon for small school of their size, who want it bad enough, to win successive championships.

The intense game was played in early spring against Bluffton. “It was very close,”

said Troitsky, who gives all the credit to the boys.

Twice before, Troitsky has taken Mecca Glen players to Lakeland College, his alma mater and an accomplished basketball school, to train for a weekend with one of the college’s coaches. He feels the trips increases the boys’ excitement for the game and shows them that if they play hard basketball can take them beyond high school.

Troitsky also coaches the girls’ team at the school. “The girls’ team did very well; we just haven’t got over that hump of winning a championship.”

In the last two years, between the boys and girls team, Mecca Glen has won five basketball banners.

Principal Al Libby joined the school only one year ago but already knew about Troitsky, whom he says is known all over central Alberta. “When I took the job out here I heard about him before I heard about anybody, before I heard about the principal I was getting the job from.”

Libby says in the four years Troitsky’s been at Mecca Glen he’s turned the place

Back row: Gavin Hindley, Kelly Cook, Cody Kroening, Nic Roy, Nils Simons, Blake Waldron, Jaden Sandin, Evert Fillinger, Garrick Hindley, Donaven Blonke and coach Adam Troitsky. Front row: Cory Fillinger and Carter Makofk. into a basketball school. “When it comes to basketball there’s just a fire.”

Libby also says the coach’s passion for the game spills over into his classroom and the students love him as a teacher too.

This year seven of the eight Grade 9 boys played on the team. They’re remaining teammate attended every game and taped

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Although Troitsky says the double win isn’t as rare as it was made out to be, Libby was impressed his school was able to beat the larger school that were able to hold tryout and choose their players from a much larger pool.

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By Amelia Naismith Every penny raised at the Ponoka Ride for Sight event held last weekend stays in Alberta to fund blindness and vision impairment research.

The thousands of dollars raised is given to the Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB), which in turn supports research at the University of Calgary and University of Alberta.

Dr. Bill Stell, a professor of the medicine at the University of Calgary, attended the event in Ponoka as a volunteer.

“My research is concerned with vision and blindness and the prevention of blindness,” said Stell. He’s primarily focused on training grad and undergrad students as scientists looking ahead to improve the future of blindness vision repair.

The students of Stell’s lab are supported by the FFB through the Eyegeye Research Training Fund, which aids in scholarships and the cost of research.

The program the students are involved in is mainly concerned with how to replace lost functions within the eye so that adaptations within organ can be made to restore sight.

Dr. Carol Schuurmans is another researcher at the University of Calgary and heads the second research route the money funds.

Schuurmans is a developmental biologist and her interest falls to retina development. Her research deals with strategies to replace dead rod and cone photoreceptors with stem cells, said Stell.

Schuurmans is given a share of two large grants supported by the FFB to fund her research; the Canadian Institutes for Health Research grant and the Brain Canada grant.

Stell also briefly touched on the research of Dr. Ian MacDonald, Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Alberta, whose research involves gene therapy and the degenerate disease choroideremia. The disease is a mutation of the gene, causing it not to make

Ride for Sight funds multitude of research

On June 22 more than 100 bikers paraded down 50th Street during the Ride for Sight charity fundraiser.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

the right instruction or create the protein needed.

Stell says a new procedure focused on the disease is making headway. “It’s been tested in animals that have the equivalent of a human blindness disease for not more than 20 years . . . It’s really at the crest of the incoming wave.”

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Riders from across province bike for the cause

By Amelia Naismith From burly, leather-clad bikers to Ponoka’s own mayor, people with hearts of gold from across the province gathered in Ponoka for another Ride for Sight celebration, June 21 to 23.

The central Alberta stop on the charity fundraiser’s schedule wasn’t always held in Ponoka. Area co-ordinator Dave Lashchyshyn says for a time it

Candis Senkoe participates in Ride for Sight because of her boyfriend’s visual disabilities.

was held at the Stony Plain Casino.

However, the location took away the fun family atmosphere the organizers wanted and a change was made.

Riders from as far as Fort McMurray and Lethbridge congregated at the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex with their minimum $50 fundraising efforts. “Over the years people have come a long way to get here,” said Lashchyshyn.

All the money raised at Alberta Ride for Sight events stays in Alberta and funds blindness and vision research at the University of Calgary and University of Alberta.

Lashchyshyn says on average $90,000 to $100,000 is raised each year. “Usually somebody that’s taking part they, or someone they know, have a vision impairment.”

Candis Senkoe rode in from Grand Prairie with her boyfriend to partake in the event. It was Senkoe’s boyfriend who introduced her to Ride for Sight. “He’s got vision problems so it’s a big thing for him,” she explained.

“It’s a cause that’s important to him so it’s important to me too,” Senkoe added.

Although her eyes aren’t troubled, the message of Ride for Sight still hits close to home. Senkoe’s mother is mostly blind and needs glasses. “I swear if there was something they could do to help she’d jump right on.”

Progressive research also saved her cousins’ sight.

Keith Andison came from Edmonton for his 21st time being a part of Ride for Sight. “There was a bunch of us and we heard of Ride for Sight going to Rimbey,” he said, referring to 21 years ago. “(It was) just basically on a whim.”

This year Andison raised $1,090, slightly less than last year’s $1,250.

“This is the fourth year in a row over $1,000.”

“The ride is something to do and it’s a worthwhile cause too,” he added.

Also eager to involve themselves in the Ride for Sight festivities were stunt riders Jeff Fehr and Reagan Sieg.

“I think it’s awesome, it’s cool.

How could it not be?” said Sieg. “For us it’s nice to be included in things like this.”

Sieg and Fehr put on several highflying stunt show at Ride for Sight over the weekend for the gathering crowds. “This is another (event) we do for a good cause that we definitely like being a part of,” said Fehr.

Sieg and Fehr grew up knowing each other from the track and have been performing together in one fashion or another for years. “When I was a kid, Reagan was one of those guys you looked up to,” said Fehr.

“I was a back-flipper and he was my manager. We pretty much do ev-

erything together,” he added.

While Sieg likes the adrenaline of performing “Everything but hitting the ground when you’re not on your motorcycle in an attraction;” Fehr prefers the conquering feeling that comes with the stunts.

‘To be honest I have a lot of fear. It’s about making the bike do things it was not meant to do,” said Fehr.

This year Keith Andison raised $1,090 for blindness and visual impairment research.

When the pavement was open Shawn Ogilvie impressed his audience with high speeds and trick riding.

Stunt biking team Reagan Sieg and Jeff Fehr wowed the crowds with several High Flyers shows.

Despite cloud cover, scores of people came to admire the bikes and mingle with Ride for Sight bikers from across Alberta last weekend.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

Photos by Amelia Naismith

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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Retired teachers celebrate 50 years

George Dashkewyteh participated in the golf tournament June 19 to celebrate 50 years of the Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association. He will also represent Alberta in the Golf Masters in Italy.

By Amelia Naismith Rather than hosting their annual memorial golf tournament, the Alberta Retired Teacher’s Association is using time on the green to celebrate the association’s 50th anniversary.

The tournament celebrated the association’s anniversary as well as the support it provides retired teachers across the province.

“We’ve progressed every year.

We have a benefit plan second to none. We own our benefit plan for retired teachers,” said vice-president Juanita Knight with a laugh.

“We have a whole year of celebrations and a golf tournament is one of them,” said Knight. A crib and bridge tournament is being held in September and a bonspiel was held during curling season.

Knight says retired teachers, as well as friends and family travelled from as far as Lethbridge, Vermillion and Edmonton to attend the Ponoka-based tournament, June 19.

The shotgun-start, Texas scramble tournament featured three par hole prizes. “Everybody wins a prize today,” said Knight.

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Daniel Mulloy, executive director of Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association, takes June 19 to golf with many of the retired teachers across the province in a tournament celebratPhotos by Amelia Naismith ing the association’s 50th anniversary

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Golfers enter tourney as host players Back row: Deena Duke (Asst Coach), Kim Rose, Daria Leidenius, Emily Blanchette, Erika Sieweke, Tess Pearman, MacKenzy Hatala, Shaye Leidenius, Tawni Kjenner, Coach Lonny Behm Front row:Hailey Boser, Jessica Feldberg, Anastasia Clarke, Chloe Jensen, Ally Wynnychuk, Mallory Rausch, Sam Duke, Sky Rogalski, Nikki Smith, Allecia Verheire Photo by Tamara Clarke

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By Amelia Naismith Two Grade 10 golf enthusiasts are the host club players at this year’s Junior Girls Golf Championship, July 2 to 5 at the Ponoka Golf Club.

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Leidenius and her twin sister Daria are looking forward to playing highly competitive golfers from across the province on their home turf. “Getting out there and playing with different people you don’t see at other tournaments,” said Shaye.

However, with the amped competition comes the nerves and both girls are feeling the pressure.

“Knowing it’s a bigger tournament, better players are going to want to come,” said Shaye.

Aside from doing well, both girls have also placed personal goals for the championships. “I’m hoping to be more consistent in my game,” explained Daria.

Shaye Leidenius recently changed her swing to achieve more power and consistency, and she’d hoping the changes will come together on both her long and short game.

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Old timers take the stage at Stampede

Boyd Mahon and Rocky Monteneau compete in the Ponoka Stampede Old Timers Team Roping event on June 23. The Ponoka Stampede Old Timers Team Roping and Results included 133 teams competing for $10,500 in prize money and buckles. This year the Ponoka Stampede Association added $800 to each of the three categories. 40+ - Doug Wilkinson and Stacy Cornett - $796/man; 50+ - Doug Wilkinson and Don Depaoli - $724/man; 60+ - Don Strandquist and Brien Mouly - $556/man.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

Something for everyone at Stampede

By Amelia Naismith

Stock contractor Wayne Vold also took to the podium June 24 to talk about the weight the Ponoka While much of the Stampede is spent with cowboys Stampede holds in the rodeo world and the pride it in the dirt — or in the air — cowgirls whipping around brings to the community. barrels and audience members hanging off their seats, Last December the Ponoka Stampede became the the Ponoka Stampede Association Board still spends first Canadian rodeo to receive the prestigious PRCA an afternoon inside, at the Wolf Creek Golf Resort, celRemuda Award at the Nation Finals Rodeo. “The best ebrating the hard work of the sponsors, volunteers and part is it’s voted on by the cowboys,” said Vold. the competitors.

Attending the event to add their support and conDr. Lynn Phillips of Enid, Okla. travels from the gratulations were Ponoka County Reeve Gordon United States each year to announce at the Stampede.

Svenningsen and Mayor Larry Henkelman.

“This is my favorite rodeo to do.”

The Ponoka Stampede is among the five largest Both welcomed the contestants once again to rodeos in the world for payouts and the Jace Harty MePonoka and wished them luck for the week. Henkelman morial PBR event is the largest single bull event in the also touched upon this year’s special parade theme; Big world, attracting competitors from across Canada, the Bull rider Zane Lam- Brothers Big Sisters centennial year. “As they do make United States and Australia. a difference in every child’s life they touch.”

Along with having the memorial kickoff at the bert will compete in A number of competitors and rodeo royalty also Stampede this year, there are a number of other addi- both the Jace Harty attended the event, including Miss Rodeo Canada Giltions and special events to make one of the top rodeos Memorial and the lian Shields, Miss Ponoka Stampede Shelby Simmonds, bigger and better. bull riding event at chuckwagon driver Jason Glass, top professional bull Over one year ago Ponoka-based artist Inge Syb- the Stampede. rider in the world, Kody Lostroh; and one of Ponoka’s randi was contracted to create a huge mural, consisting Photo by Amelia Naismith newest home-based competitors, Zane Lambert. of several panels, depicting the history of rodeo.

Lambert has been competing at the Stampede for The entirety of the project was unveiled June 25 in a private recepfive or six years but moved to the community only last year. tion at the Calnash Ag Event Centre Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame.

This year he’ll compete at the Stampede as well as the Jace Harty The art show and auction has also been expanded this year with the Memorial, which he was looking forward to. “It’s just the highest payhelp of talented artist Ash Cooper.

Cooper created a watercolor of retired saddle bronc rider Rod Hay; ing (single) event of the year.”

“When you add that much money you get tons of contestants,” he the original piece is up for auction. Replicas of the painting are also added. Lambert says the Ponoka Stampede Association added $40,000 being sold.

“So those are some things to look forward to,” said announcer Les to the memorial.

While nerves almost always present themselves, Lambert isn’t McIntyre.

In addition to celebrating the people of the Stampede, this year also afraid. “I think it’s more competing nerves, not necessarily nerves for focused on the animals. Nine contractors, some veteran and some new, fear.”

Aside from doing well, Lambert also sets his own goals for comare bringing their top stock to the Stampede.

While the winning cowboys and girls are bathed in glory, payouts peting; each year he tries to put forth the best rides of his career.

“There’s also goals against the bulls.” and buckles, the best animals also receive prizes.

Lambert likes to draw the bulls that have bested him in the past for The top saddle bronc and bareback horses receive beautiful bridles and the rankest bull receives a statue. another go round to see who comes out on top.

Wayne Vold congratulated the Ponoka Stampede on its Remuda Award.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

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JONES, Margaret Porter (nee Fawcett) It is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing of a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and sister on June 20, 2013. She left this physical world peacefully in her own home, surrounded by her family and supported by her community and strong faith.

Margie is survived by her loving husband Hugh of 56 years; her children; Mark (Stacey), Gregory (Theresa), Christina (Kelli), Dylan (Robin), and Rhondda (Darrell); her precious grandchildren and great grandchildren; her siblings Ann (Bob), Louis(Ted), Ervin (Bernice), Clark (Diane); and her large extended family which includes many special cousins, nieces, and nephews. Margie has many close friends, including prior colleagues and classmates, who have been very dear to her as well. Margie was born August 30th, 1932 in Consort, Alberta and was the eldest of 5 children. She grew up on a pioneer farm under the loving care of her parents, George and Janet Fawcett. After completing high school in Consort, Margie moved to Calgary in 1950 to attend Mount Royal College. She always knew she was destined to become a nurse and graduated in September 1954 from Nursing at the University of Alberta Hospital. Public Health was her passion and she received this diploma from UAH in 1956 which would set the tone for her entire career. She married Hugh in the Ponoka United Church Dec.30, 1957 and was thrilled to have five children. Shortly after marrying, she began her career with the Wetoka Health Unit. Margie juggled working, raising a farm family, and participated in extensive community and church activities. She was an extremely caring person and has provided a helping hand to many-we are all better people for knowing this special lady. The family would like to extend a huge thank you to many people for your kindness throughout this journey - the entire list is too long to include here: Dr. Gregory Chan and staff, Home Care Nurses Sandy Woodfin and Betty Golley, the a.m. Home Care Ladies, Rev. Ross Smillie, Jamil Rawji and staff, Marlon Wombold and Ponoka Funeral Home, her many friends and relatives. A funeral service will take place at the Ponoka United Church, 5020-52 Ave, on Friday, June 28, 2013 at 4:00 pm. A luncheon will follow after the service at the Ponoka Senior’s Drop in Centre. Memorial donations in Margie’s name may be made to Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Ponoka - Respite Fund or a charity of your choice in her name. To express condolences to Margie’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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O n J u n e 4 , 2 0 1 3 M r. E v i o n Pritchard of Ponoka passed away at the age of 83 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Marlene; son Terry (Sandra); grandchildren Jenna (Jordan), Corey (Kayla) and Kent; great-grandsons Ethan and Joshua; his sisters and brother Catherine Hull, Arvon (Rose) Pritchard and Gwen Plested; sister-in-law Joy Pritchard; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents Hugh and Annie Pritchard; brothers Robert and Emyr; and brothers-in-law Norman Hull and Ernie Plested. A Private Family Funeral Service was held. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the ALS Society or any charity of your choice. To express condolences to Evion’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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KRAFT Jean, Tim, Laurie and Extended Family would like to thank Ponoka Hospital and Staff, Dr. Issac and Dr. Joe during our loss of our dearly beloved Vern.

We would also like to thank our Pallbearers and Honorary Pallbearers and all donations made to charities of choice in Vern’s name and for the love and support from all during his recent passing.

Jean, Tim, Laurie & Family

Obituaries

Nellie Martin On June 16, 2013 Mrs. Nellie Martin of Ponoka passed away at the age of 97 years. She leaves to mourn her two daughters Yvonne (George) Matejka and families and Barbara (Dale) Johnston and families; her son Randie (Elsie) Martin and family; daughter-in-law Catherine (Jim) Hastie and family; son-in-law Barney Wilson and family; her sister Lillian Thomson of British Columbia; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Bob in 1991; son Douglas in 1972; and daughter Twila in 2009. A Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka United Church at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2013. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society or Ponoka F.C.S.S..

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Congratulations to our daughter

Barbara Winzeler for successfully completing her degree as a registered dietitian with distinction from the University of Alberta.

We are proud of you and wish you all the best in your career.

We love you, Mom & Dad, Regula & Florian

Proud parents James and Tina Dykstra are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter

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THE WORKS Canada Day Celebrations are fast approaching.

Visit Churchill Square, Edmonton, for a day of art, design, music, food and fireworks!

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Over 2,000,000 hours St. John Ambulance volunteers provide Canadians with more than 2 million hours of community service each year.

Payton Lilly Dykstra Born May 31st, 2013

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Engagements

Celebrations

Look Whose Turning 50!!

Come help us celebrate Codyanne Bowie’s 50th with a Hawaiian themed extravaganza.

Todd and Karen Hummelle and Doug and Allison Harbridge are very pleased to announce the engagement of their children,

All takes place at Lake Pofianga July 6th, 2013.

Pot luck supper at 5 p.m. and camping is welcomed.

Shanoa Leah and Jordan Douglas.

Please contact Callyanne for more information 403-963-3164

Anniversaries

Ron and Helen HAGEMANN Would like to invite you to come and share in the celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Place - Moose Hall, July 6th, 2 - 5 pm.

No gifts please.

Happy 60th Anniversary Don & Myrt Graham

Wedding ceremony will take place in Ponoka on August 24, 2013.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

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Celebrating the birth of your child?

Share your happy news with family & friends with a special announcement in the Classifieds “Announcement” section.

June 27, 2013

DONALDA SCHOOL IS 100 YEARS OLD! To celebrate, we are planning a weekend of fun and visiting on June 29/30 for anyone who attended, taught at, or drove bus for Donalda School in the last 100 years!

Go to “Donalda School Website” for a full schedule of events and a peek at some old pictures!

Register for supper at djmassey@xplornet.com HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

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

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F/T LIVE IN FEMALE Caregiver/Companion for elderly woman west of Rimbey, AB. Non-smoking.

Valid Drivers. Criminal check and references req’d. $1845 - $336 room & board. Email ndsmith1@mac.com.

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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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F/T LIVE-IN Nanny for young children in Ponoka. $450/week. 2 years exp. needed. Private accommodations provided.

Please reply to Rhonda rday78@yahoo.com

Oilfield

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AN ALBERTA OILFIELD construction company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided.

Drug testing required.

Call 780-723-5051, Edson, Alberta.

JOURNEYMAN HD CVIP MECHANIC

We are currently seeking motivated hardworking personnel to join our busy oilfield trucking division.

Top wages. Email or fax resumes to 403-782-0913 kelly@downtons.com

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LOCAL SERVICE CO. REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets.

Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475 LOOKING FOR

Winch Truck/ Picker Operator.

MORGAN CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL LTD. - Looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators, Foreman and Project Managers for work in oilfield & heavy civil construction projects.

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

Please apply online at www.mcel.ca under the career section 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.

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

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

Phone 780-621-3953.

Fax 780-621-3959.

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JANITORIAL CONTRACT KEYERA RIMBEY GAS PLANT Tenders are requested for the janitorial contract at the Rimbey Gas Plant beginning August 1, 2013.

Detailed specification packages may be obtained at the Rimbey Gas Plant or by phoning the plant, 403-843-7100. Bids should be submitted to: Keyera Rimbey Gas Plant PO Box 530 Rimbey, Alberta T0C 2J0 Attention: Tracy McKane All bids should be clearly marked: BID - JANITORIAL CONTRACT and must be received at the plant no later than June 30, 2013.

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Professionals

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LPN MANAGER

PRODUCTION TESTING PERSONNEL REQ’D

Must have safety tickets.

Fax resume to 403-746-5131 or email smittysoilfield@gmail.com

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EXPERIENCED OILFIED TRACKHOE Operators & LABOURERS REQ’D. Must have all safety tickets.

Competitive wages.

Call 403-502-1091

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CORNER BISTRO in Rimbey is Hiring - Full Time Cook/ Kitchen Help.

Monday to Friday and Weekends Off. Apply in person with resume between the hours of 8 - 11 and 2 - 4.

4817 51 Street Unit D. Food Safety Certificate required.

Must be able to Provide own work truck Leadership and Supervisory skills- mentor and train crew Strong Computer Skills Operate 5000psi 10,000 psi (sweet and Sour wells) Collect Data - pressure, rates, temperatures Assist in Rig in and Rig out of equipment Tr a v e l t o a n d f r o m HOW can you make your locations across Western phone ring & make some Canada quick cash? Place your ad here. . .

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website: www.cathedralenergyservices.com Methods to Apply: HRCanada@ cathedralenergyservices.com pnieman@ cathedralenergyservices.com Your application will be kept strictly confidential.

Professionals

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GM CONTROLLER. Alberta dealership.

GM accounting experience preferred. Excellent computer and administrative skills.

Email resume to: tim@buistmotors.com or in person to Buist Motor Products, Rimbey.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER required by newspaper group. Job involves designing newspaper advertising, classified ads, page layout and commercial printing on a MacIntosh computer system.

Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat a must. If you have good typing skills, a flair for design as well as a good work ethic and an ability to work under the pressure of deadlines, this is the career for you. We offer an excellent salary including a group benefits plan.

The job is located in Kindersley, SK. Send your resume with salary expectations and examples of your work to: Stewart Crump, Publisher, Box 1150, Kindersley, SK, S0L 1S0 or fax your resume to 306-463-6505 or email to: hr.jamac@gmail.com

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Restaurant/ Hotel

Trades

850

DO YOU LIKE WORKING with animals? Do you want to be part of a successful team? Red Willow Pork Farm is now accepting applications for SWINE TECHNICIANS, offering competitive wages, a very good health plan, quarterly bonuses and quarterly free pork incentive. Fax resume with references to 403-574-2334 or email rwp@xplornet.com INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.

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OPENINGS in Alberta areas for Highway Maintenance Class 1 or 3 Operators.

Full-time and part-time positions available.

Fax resume to Carillion Canada at 780-449-0574 or email: mcroft@carillionalberta.ca.

Positions to start Oct. 15, 2013.

Please state what position you are interested in.

820

OPENING SOON IN PONOKA!

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NOW HIRING FRONT DESK All shifts

Drop resume’s at Motel’s Front Desk Attn: Malcolm or Lavette or send to mpu2@hotmail.com Sales & Distributors

830

BASHAW SPORTS CENTRE Location: Bashaw, Alberta Has an opening for a Full Time employee in a high volume Sporting Goods Store.

Bashaw Sports is looking for a person with: ✓ Excellent customer service skills ✓ Retail Sales Experience ✓ Valid Firearms License ✓ Good working knowledge of firearms, ammunition and general sporting good items.

We offer competitive hourly compensation, flexible hours, and good working conditions.

Please fax your resume in confidence to: Bashaw Sports @ 780 372-4447 We appreciate all who take the time to apply and thank you for your application, but only those being considered for an interview will be notified.

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Trades

850

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

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC To Work in Bashaw AB Shop, this position is responsible for the Mechanical Maintenance, repairs, servicing, inspections and rigging up of A&Bs on highway trailer and truck fleet. The Majority of this position’s duties will be involved with trailer repairs.

Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial Painters, Electrical Technicians; 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

Start Date: ASAP Compensation: Competitive wage, full benefits Qualifications: Alberta on Highway Heavy Duty Equipment Technician. Journeyman Certificate Condition of Employment: Valid Drivers License

Fax resume: 780-372-4238 Email: hr@abpipeliners.com

850

Trades

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Trades

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THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE for suitable candidates at our Rocky Mountain House facility.

PSV Shop Coordinator; Shipper-Receiver; API/PSV Technicians; Field Operators/Helpers.

Only those individuals with valve repair or related industry experience will be considered. Send resume in confidence to: Fax 403-845-3826.

Email: rick.kerr @rockymtnvalve.com.

850

Trades

is looking for a

Due to an increase in volume we require another technician to add to our team.

You will work in a high pace work environment with up-to-date equipment, training, high volume of quality work and flexible team.

We offer above average wages and benefits package with matching RRSP plan in place.

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

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880 LABOURERS

Opportunity: Join our team in Ponoka immediately and experience long term employment with a growing company with opportunity for growth and advancement in the Agriculture sector.

Duties: This is a full time, permanent position based in Ponoka, AB. The successful applicant will join our service team in providing service of dairy equipment throughout Central Alberta.

Qualifications: We will provide on the job training along with industry and product specific training in an on-going basis. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and computer systems will be an asset, but not required.

Rewards: Dependent on experience. We do carry Group Health Plans and Group RRSP Applications: Please fax your resume to 403-328-2759 or email to nancyv@chinookdairy.com or warrenwinkelaar@hotmail.com Chinook Dairy Service Ltd. 4508 65 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 P (403) 783-2577

WATER WELL DRILLERS HELPER

with class 3, air. All safety tickets required.

Meal and Accommodation provided when out of town.

Fax resume with drivers abstract: 403-748-3015

Truckers/ Drivers

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BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction Call 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 CallJim JimAshbough Ashbough 783-2764ororCell: Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 403-783-5283 Cell: 403-588-0597 Jack Surbey 783-5283orCell: 588-0597

Truckers/ Drivers

860

Full Training provided Newer vehicle required Ponoka, Rimbey & Wetaskiwin areas STREET WISE DRIVING SCHOOL

403-783-8030

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

RONCO OILFIELD HAULING Sylvan Lake. Openings for winch tractor, bed truck drivers and swamper’s.

Top wages and benefits.

Email resume tom@ roncooilfieldhauling.ca or fax. 403-887-4892

Business Opportunities

for local excavation company in Lacombe & area, offering competitive wages and benefits.

Valid driver’s license required and must be over 16 years of age.

This position will include work on physically demanding job sites and extended hours.

Only those who are able to meet these prerequisite’s need apply. Submit resume: Email: lloyd@dbbobcat.com or Fax: 403.782.7786

Service/Installation Technician

WATER WELL DRILLING COMPANY IN BENTLEY REQ’S EXPERIENCED

DRIVING INSTRUCTORS

Qualified 3rd Year or Journeyman Automotive Technician

Sales experience required.

850

WANTED

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INNISFAIL TRUCK RANCH

Trades

870

ESTABLISHED IN 2000, Taxi and Courier Company for sale. 6 vehicles, established contracts.

Call 780-939-2729 between 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. for info.

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can earn $100,000.+ per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories.

Full details. Call now.

1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.

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

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GARBAGE COLLECTION

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC WORKS  OPERATOR I TEMPORARY The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for an Operator I (Public Works) – temporary.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include: Operate and perform routine maintenance on light mobile equipment engaged in Public Works.

Clean and maintain facilities to an acceptable public use standard.

Perform routine building maintenance duties.

Work effectively with the public.

The ability to work flexible hours and in varied weather conditions is necessary. A valid Class 3 Operators License with air brake endorsement is required. The successful candidate will also be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please contact Mike Lewis, Director of Operations and Property Services at 403-783-0146. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to: Town of Ponoka Attention: Director, Operations & Property Services 5102 - 48 Avenue; PONOKA, AB. T4J 1P7 Fax: 403-783-4086 Phone: 403-783-0146 Email: mike.lewis@ponoka.org

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

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RIMBEYDENTALCARE is currently seeking a

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

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

FULL TIME AUTO DETAILER Great career opportunity with room for advancement based on ambition May lead to apprenticeship Please apply in person to: 6403 - 44 Ave Ponoka, AB or send via email at qpaint@telus.net

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC

DANDY DANDY

PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

4037835225 • 4037835235 DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARR DR. JEFF BARR • DR. GREG EDWARDS

PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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

• PARTS PERSON

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

“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

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

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5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

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

8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM

(Experience Preferred)

• SHEET METAL FABRICATOR • PANEL SHOP ELECTRICIAN

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

• Residential • Commercial • Agricultural OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY Ph: 587-786-3142 780-352-4301 Email: dmarkevich@wetaskiwinrm.com

Robin Esau

Ph: 403-782-7722 Fax: 403-782-7499

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

Midwest Propane Rimbey, AB. Call: 403 843-8430, Fax: 403 843-8460 or by email to: ken@midwestpropane.ca

TOYOTA TOYOTA City City

WW e teat as sk ki iwwii nn The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!

• Product Advisor

Email: acdandy@acdandy.com

Please submit your resume to:

Isolation Equipment Services Inc. an expanding Oil Service Company is willing to train the right candidates as valve technicians and/or shop assistants in its fast and mechanical environment.

•

• • •

robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com

Please apply with resume to:

We’re waiting to hear from you!

VALVE TECHNICIAN/ SHOP ASSISTANTS

•

Assembling and repairing control valves/frac heads Calibration, testing and troubleshooting of valves as well as measurement and valve related instruments Disassembly, cleanup and evaluation of parts Signing and documenting date compliance sheets Pressure testing processes with experience, will train Forklift/Loader experience, will train

Benefits: • • • •

Excellent hourly wage Lucrative Safety Bonus and Christmas Bonus Excellent benefit plan Retirement plan Fax or email your resume and driver’s abstract to:

Fax: (403) 347-3406 Email: l.enzie@isolationequipment.com or drop by #239-37428 RR #273 Clearview Industrial, Red Deer County

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Must supply driver’s abstract.

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MAKE MONEY AND SAVE LIVES. We are offering exclusive rights in your area, 100% guaranteed return of investment. Don’t pay until you see your business up and running. Voted top vending program in North America. Absolutely no selling involved; www. locationfirstvending.com Call 1-855-933-3555 for more information today.

Oilfield Safety Certificates required.

Fax: 780-352-2249

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“Committed to your comfort”

Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant

Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package and excellent pay plan.

Duties include but not limited to the following:

HEATING

Gasfitter

To operate in central Alberta.

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

CONCRETE SERVICES

WETASKIWIN READY MIX

is currently seeking

Electrical Enclosure & Power Division

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday

Business Opportunities

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MIDWEST PROPANE

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

Family Friendly Dentistry

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4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1V3 Fax: 780-352-5750 toyotaab@telusplanet.net

TOYOTA City

Wetaskiwin

The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!

• Assistant Service Manager • Service Receptionist Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package and excellent pay plan.

We’re waiting to hear from you!

Please submit your resume to: 4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1V3 Fax: 780-352-5750 toyotaab@telusplanet.net

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Academic Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

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

Employment Training

900

MASSAGE CAREER. Train full-time or part-time at our highly regarded, progressive school.

Small classes, individual attention, confident graduates!

1-877-646-1018; www.albertainstitute ofmassage.com

FALL START

C o m m u n i t y S u p p o r t OVER 90% EMPLOYMENT rate for CanScribe Worker graduates! Medical • Women in Trades Transcriptionists are in • Math and Science in demand and CanSrcribe the Trades graduates get jobs.

• GED classes days/ Payments under $100 per evening month, 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com; Gov’t of Alberta Funding admissions@canscribe.com may be available.

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403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca Attention Students SUMMER HELP flex. sched., $14.50 base-appt, cust. sales/service, no experience necessary, conditions apply, will train, visit summeropenings.ca Call 403-755-6711 APPLY TODAY! CASH DAILY FOR OUTDOOR WORK! Guys ‘n Gals 16 years and up!

No experience necessary; www.PropertyStarsJobs.com GROWING family owned & operated Repair Shop/Parts store seeking

JOURNEYMAN AUTO TECH

w/gas & diesel experience.

We perform regular repairs and performance installs for our customers. Competitive wages & excellent benefits offered. Please contact Matt/Kathy @ PitStop Rimbey 403-843-7224 INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php

REFLEXOLOGY PROGRAM, fun and relaxed learning.

Register now limited space.

Starting September 21 & 22, 2013.

Certificate on completion.

403-340-1330

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Financial

1170

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & debt free in half the time!

Avoid bankruptcy!

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

BBB rated A+

Legal Services

1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

(24 hour record check).

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery?

Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com

LARGE hog farm in Gatsby area is interested in hiring students to help out with extra jobs this summer. May lead to a permanent arrangement. If you are able to follow instructions well, like being around animals and want to be part of a successful team please contact us at 403-574-2331 or rwp@xplornet.com

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

Serving central Alberta.

403-318-4346

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ADVERTISING TRAFFIC COORDINATOR Edmonton, Alberta Community newspapers are thriving in a media environment where words like “community” and “hyper-local” are proving to be the keys to advertising success.

The Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association is committed to providing advertisers with unsurpassed service and up-to-date information on each of the community newspapers served.

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We are seeking an Advertising Traffic Coordinator, a support role to the Advertising Director. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing existing clients including market research, helping clients determine needs and providing proposals reflecting the suggested course of action, while ensuring accuracy of client bookings.

Attention to detail, organizational skills, problem solving, teamwork and a personable disposition are necessary for a successful candidate.

Please submit your resume, references, and salary expectations by e-mail: info@awna.com or fax 780-430-5380 No phone calls please.

The position is available immediately.

Please visit our website for more information at www.awna.com

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DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate!

Calling features & unlimited long distance available.

Call Phone 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.

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

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NEW BABY

It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon hostess.

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

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+).

Pet Services

1318

* Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required

403-783-6272

www.clinkerskennels.ca

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Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face.

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

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AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

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

Services

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New Appliances Needed?

New, dependable, affordable Inglis & Whirlpool household appliances.

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

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

For Doug Sherries, Dianna Levagood, Guest consigners

First Call Towing

783-3636

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

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BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A

Refrigeration and Appliance Service We deliver & install your purchases.

NO ANTIQUE SALES FOR THE SUMMER

403-783-4880

403-782-5693 Check website for full listing

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

1530

Auction Sale at Westcott Hall

Auctions

Berni's

Auctions

Need RV or Self Storage?

CLINKERS KENNELS

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.

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

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

At Your House?

Personal Services

Personal Services

PONOKA NEWS Page 37

SUNDAY JULY 7, TIME: 10 A.M.

South of Didsbury A.B. Hwy 2A to the Westcott Road, then west approx.

14 km to Westcott Hall.

Watch for Signs Yard & Garden items, White lawn tractor w/ bagger, John Deere 116 lawn tractor, Massey Ferguson lawn tractor, BD 18� lawn Hog electric mulching mower, Honda lawnmower, Husqvarna rototiller, Hand & power tools, Fender Malibu guitar with case/stand, Dulcimer w/case (purchased in Dollywood Tennessee), Collectibles, Glassware, China, Household items, Furniture, Just too much to mention.

Check web for full listing.

PILGRIM AUCTION 403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca

BY AUCTION: NE-4-53-11-W4, 105 acres +/- of hayland.

July 16/13. Stewart Auctions, Vermilion, Alberta.

For more info, call 1-800-269-8580; www.stewartauctions.com SUNDAY, JULY 7, 2013, 9:30 a.m.

Antique tractor, and Collectible Auction for John Dutchak, St. Michael, Alberta.

Approx. 100 km NE Edmonton. For complete listings and photos visit www.andruchawauctions.ca

Welding

1400

UNRESERVED FARM ESTATE AUCTION. Tractors, equipment, trucks, trailers, gasoline wagon, harness, Jeep, tools, antiques. 10 a.m., Saturday, July 6, Wainwright, Alberta.

Scribner Auction 780-842-5666. Details: www.scribnernet.com.

Building Supplies

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")' )2/.

View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

www.1800bigiron.com

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METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices!

Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib/ LOW-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty.

Available at Participating Distributors.

Call 1-888-263-8254.

STEEL BUILDING - DIY Summer Sale!

Bonus days extra 5% off.

20x20 $3,998.

25x24 $4,620.

30x34 $6,656.

32x42 $8,488.

40x54 $13,385.

One end wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

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

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

Firewood

1660

Garden Supplies

1680

GORGEOUS SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $45, machine planted, fertilized, mulched.

Minimum order 20.

Delivery charge: $75 - $100.

Quality guaranteed.

Crystal Springs 403-820-0961

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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

ROOFING & SIDING

1830

Cats

Phone/Fax

TO GIVE AWAY

403-782-4771

to loving homes 5 black kittens, house raised & litter trained

Cellular

403-350-6571

Sterling Smith

403-704-3769 Travel Packages

To Buy

Welding

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

1900

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

Calgary and Edmonton departures.

TELL it all! Tell it well! Make 1-866-460-1415; www. your ads sell for you by giving classiccanadiantours.com. full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly Wanted ad taker.

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CONCRETE

Specializing in: - Curbs/Sidewalks - Drive ways - Basement Floors - Stamped Concrete - Exposed Concrete

Leo Cabral

Serving Ponoka & Area Ph: 403-783-6428 Cell: 403-783-1905

TAMARACK

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

This space could be yours for $ PER WEEK

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

• 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

Auctions

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

Call 403-783-3311 VETERINARY SERVICES

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

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

1530

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www.bigstrapperauctions.net

Well Drilling

1410

Auctions

Reaching 6000 households weekly SO009053

For just

$30 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

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

PLUMBING

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

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

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

Tractors

2030

1997 CASE TRACTOR MX-120. Front wheel assist, power shift, shuttle shift. Excellent condition, all updates including tires.

Winter housed heated garage. $49,000. OBO. Call 780-524-3029.

Livestock

2100

9 BULLS For Sale

Black Angus Registered Yearlings Ph Jim

(780)

387-6050 or Bert

(780)

352-5064

Red Poll Bulls Yearlings & Two year olds Semen tested

403-783-5951

Yearlings & 2 Year Olds Semen Tested MATEJKA FARMS Mark†403-783-6389 Ponoka, AB

PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

LittleJONS’

LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211

Serving Central Today!

Alberta Book On-Line

RED ANGUS Simmental cross Yearling & 2 year old Bulls. Priced for the commercial cattleman.

Guaranteed breeders.

FREE DELIVERY 403-783-2745 or Cell 403-783-1936

403.783.8322

www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

30

$

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311 TREE SALES & SERVICE

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain.

“On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

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Ponoka- located 1.5 Miles North of High School Phone (403) 783-5072 Cell: (403) 704-5384 www.brtrees.com

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

CALL CALLCLASSIFIEDS 309-3300

1-877-223-3311

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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

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2 BDRM HOUSE DOWNTOWN Fenced yard, N/S, N/P $800/mo + DD & utilities Available July 1 403-783-6397 Leave Message PONOKA 5 BDRM. DUPLEX, fully developed, 2 bath, 403-704-1221

PONOKA 1 bachelor suite, heat & water incl’d, power is extra, next to firehall. Laundry on site. Rent $500 d.d. same avail. immed. 403-392-7450 PONOKA Avail. July 1st.

Large 2 bdrm. main level suite. Large covered deck.

4 appls. Reno’d. No pets, N/S, non-drinker.

Quiet worker, rental only.

403-704-1645

1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street.

403-357-0287

Industrial

3130

2 ACRE LOT on pavement in Whitecourt’s prime industrial subdivision.

Blueprints for 16,000 sq. ft. drive through shop (8 bays) and 3400 sq. ft. of office space ready to go or will build to suit.

Call Blake 780-778-0451

Pasture

3180

PASTURE FOR RENT ¼ section near corner of Hwy 53 & Parkland Beach Rd

403-348-7089

PONOKA: Close to downtown, 1 bdrm., 1 bath, fully furnished or unfurnished house, 5 appls., double garage, N/S, no pets. $800 rent/dd + utilities. Avail. immed. 403-783-4993

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

2 bdrm in 4-plex with shared laundry N/S, N/P $800/mo incl. utilities $800 DD

403-704-3349 FOR RENT IN PONOKA 3 BEDROOM in very quiet 4-PLEX. Close to downtown. Seniors preferred. 4 appliances 403-783-5493

Condos/ Townhouses

Houses For Sale

4020

FURNISHED BACHELOR SUITE FOR RENT IN PONOKA TV & utils. incld. $650/mo.

403-963-0204

Wanted to Rent * RIVERSIDE APTS. * #3250 - #3390 Newly renovated

BULLS FOR SALE RED & BLACK ANGUS Houses/ HEREFORD Duplexes

KLIMEC FARMS (22) 2 year old registered Black Angus bulls.

Semen tested.

Phone 403-783-0229

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

Suites

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

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

VETERINARY SERVICES

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

2 BDRM., 1046 sq. ft.

1960 bungalow, full bsmt. w/dble det. 22x24, garage, 50x120 Westpark lot, NEW: laminate flooring, roof (house & garage), hot water tank & dishwasher.

5 appls. Ready to move in. $254,900. 1-250-756-6686

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

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Cottages/Resort Property

4130

ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE of Edmonton.

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Mortgages Bought/Sold

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2007 SEABREEZE 34’, gas, 2 slides, 38,000 kms, very clean, very good cond., $65,000 403-843-6077 783-1484(c)

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS ESTATE OF ALLAN GERALD McLAREN who died on May 26, 2013

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by JULY 25, 2013 with

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Box 4546 5034 - 49th Ave. Ponoka, AB T4J 1S1 and provide details of your claim.

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of HARALD EUGEN SCHRAG, also known as HAROLD EUGEN SCHRAG who died on January 6, 2012

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim

by July 29, 2013 with Nancy A. Bergstrom at Chapman Riebeek LLP, 300, 4808 Ross Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1X5 and provide details of your claim.

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