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Vol. 66, No. 18 | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2014 | 403-783-3311 | EDITORIAL@PONOKANEWS.COM

Ponoka youth shaves head for cancer research Sam Evans raised over $1000 for the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta.

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Reflections of Ponoka Barb Greshner is honoured for her community service to the Fort Ostell Museum

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Fun in the sun Ponoka Outreach School students and staff enjoy the sun and warm weather during the annual Road Hockey Rumble, April 24.

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Council denies funding request from Klaglahachie society

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

“This employer was a pleasure to deal with from the start of negotiations,” said AUPE negotiator Ken Cutrell. “The town is very supportive of its employees and grateful of the work staff do for the community.

That’s reflected in this agreement.”

The AUPE says the agreement will keep pace with the Alberta Average Weekly Earnings for the next three years.

The agreement also includes improvements to vacation, named holidays and shift premium.

“I can’t comment on other municipalities as to their agreements with their employees. I feel the deal we made is fair for all parties involved and shows that the town (council and administration) values our employees,” said Coun. Loanna Gulka.

“For me this was my first time sitting on the negotiating committee and it was a positive experience working with our local union representatives and Ken Cuttell from the AUPE.” Rezoning applications to council Town councillors heard two rezoning applications during a public hearing April 22.

The first was a request to close the lane behind the First Baptist Church. The church owns the property and has been maintaining it for some years. Council heard the request but no decisions were made as the Minister of Transportation must see the application. If approved by the minister, the request will return to town councillors for second and/ or third readings.

The second request came from Denver and Christie Polson to rezone their property on 4007 39 Street to R1A district from R1 district. The proposal is to subdivide their property into four lots with three facing 38 Street and one facing 39 Street.

Darlene Pfahl, a resident on 3912 39 Street, was concerned about the proposed lot sizes. She feels they will be too small for the neighbour-

Town councillors have denied a request from the Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society (KFAS) for $15,000 to help pay for elevated seating at the United Church, where the society’s plays are held.

The request came to council during its regular meeting April 22.

A letter from KFAS to councillors states the money would be part of a $100,000 Canadian Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) grant request. KFAS said they would contribute $25,000 with the rest of the funds coming from the CFEP grant.

Acting CAO Betty Quinlan told councillors there is no money budgeted for this request. “We don’t typically have pools of funds for this type of thing.”

Coun. Marc Yaworski agreed.

“We don’t have any money for this unfortunately.”

Coun. Loanna Gulka suggests groups should submit their requests for financial support during the town’s budget deliberations. This would give councillors a chance to consider where to put tax dollars.

“We will endeavour to try to create some kind of funding program along with criteria,” added Quinlan.

Ponoka County was asked to provide the same amount and approved the request on condition the Town of Ponoka also provide funding. County council will review the request in an upcoming meeting, said CAO Charlie Cutforth. KFAS has a 20year long-term lease with the United Church, which can be renewed or extended.

Town ratifies collective agreement with AUPE A new collective agreement was ratified with the Town of Ponoka and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) last week.

Members of the AUPE Local 118/004 will receive a three-year deal that will see a seven per cent wage increase for the first year, which includes a three per cent market adjustment and a four per cent wage increase.

Senior Year two will see Support a three per cent wage increase and year three Program will see a three and a half per cent wage Providing a variety of services to seniors increase. AUPE repreand chronically ill adults. Enabling clients sentatives say they are to remain at home for as long and safely as pleased with the anpossible while maintaining their independence. nouncement. A press release from the union • Personal care • Nutrition • Exercise states the Town of • Crafts • Companionship • Light Housekeeping Ponoka joins the City Will Price Match Any Other Agency of Cold Lake in what For more information they call a “positive call Angela 403-963-3052 trend in bargaining Check us out www.ponokalive.ca with provincial employees.”

rates.

“What we found was there was a varying degree of how other municipalities handle it,” explained Quinlan.

However, no real estate agencies have been approached for feedback.

The proposal shows five per cent commission for the first $100,000 in sales, three per cent on the next $400,000 and one per cent on any amount remaining above $500,000.

Coun. Sandra Lyon, a real estate agent, provided some feedback. She said she is not able to represent the town because of her role as councillor and did not feel there was conflict of interest in providing her opinion.

She suggested administration consider raising the commission to six per cent, rather than five per cent, for the first $100,000. This amount is generally the market rate, she explained but otherwise feels the general proposal is equitable.

“As far as what’s laid out there, then this is fair,” said Lyon.

No decisions were made as administration will speak with other realtors for feedback.

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“I don’t see this as in keeping with the area,” said Pfahl.

Betty Jurykoski, planning and development officer for the Town of Ponoka, said the proposed lots are 16.6 metres, or 54.4 feet in width, which would be higher than the 40 foot minimum for R1A district. She feels the area of this proposal will be a benefit to the town in the long-term.

“There’s a lot of land up there with huge potential for families,” said Jurykoski.

“Usually development will drive development,” she added.

Councillors approved second reading on the request but tabled the decision for the next council meeting of May 13.

Town realtor commission rates considered Administration has been directed to speak with real estate agents on the Town of Ponoka’s commission rates.

They were presented with a proposal to adjust commission rates to realtors selling town land.

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Proposal for old hospital property moves forward

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Plans to develop the land the old hospital sits on are slowly moving forward and residents are eager to see the results.

There is little doubt the five-acre property is a beautiful piece of land.

The lush grass and trees help create an area that makes it ideal for future development.

The owners appear to be intent on putting that perception to good use.

The land was rezoned last year to accommodate a proposed adult condominium project that will see four phases, says Cory Hansen, owner of CDH Interactive Design.

He hosted an open house April 23 at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre on behalf of owner, Erick Schmidt. This open house is a first step, says Hansen, in receiving feedback from the

public on what they would like to see before construction begins.

There are four phases to the project: • Phases 1 and 2 comprise two 32-unit adult condominiums on the west side of the property • Phase3 would be the construction of duplexes on the north side of the property • Phase 4 deals with the existing hospital Many attendees were curious about the last stage. Indeed, Hansen said the first question from most people was, “Are you going to tear down the old hospital?”

No decisions have been made on what to do with the old hospital yet, he explained, but planners are keeping their options open. Some ideas for the building could be to demolish it. Or, if there is enough demand, it could be rehabilitated or repurposed

“What we don’t want to do is something residents don’t want.”

Cory Hansen owner of CDH Interactive Design

for assisted living.

In either case, an inspection may be needed on the old hospital as there may be hazardous materials in the building that could cause health concerns with demolition or rehabilitation.

This all depends on the success of the proposed condominium project, added Hansen. He feels the first two phases will set the course for the second half of the project. “I think there’s a really strong demand in Ponoka for this type of development.”

Attendees were provided with a survey to see what they think an ideal four-story condominium will look like. Hansen says the questionnaire will help planners put together potential floor plans for bachelor suites, one bedroom and two bedroom condominiums.

“What we don’t want to do is something residents don’t want,” said Hansen.

A second open house will be organized with prices and floor plans for potential buyers on the first condominium unit. Hansen said they would like to have 40 per cent purchased before development begins and if all goes well, the foundation will be finished before winter.

One attendee wanted to know more about how the interior would look before making a decision.

“If you give me some more plans, I’ll have an opinion,” said Thelma, who declined to provide her last name.

“The inside is where I’m going to live,” she added.

Another attendee, who said he was a concerned citizen, feels a project like this would be a welcome addition to the Town of Ponoka. He recently sold his house to buy a condo in town but none were available and he said Legacy Place has a waiting list. He had to rent an apartment before something became available.

The questionnaire also showed some of the planned features and amenities of the proposal such as underground parking, cable TV and highspeed Internet and security access to the lobby.

This proposal shows a four-phase plan for development on the old hospital land.

Vandalism and theft at gas plant

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Police are looking for culprits involved in a theft at a gas plant last week south of Ponoka.

It is believed that suspects entered a small gas plant and took some electronic equipment and poured diesel fuel around the site, contaminating the ground.

Youth charged with mischief Officers were called to assist a worker at a group home April 24 at 7:20 p.m. after a youth allegedly started damaging items in a room.

Police say the youth threw items and damaged a window frame in the home. The youth was charged with mischief and breach of conditions. The culprit was released with additional conditions.

Crack cocaine found in vehicle Police stopped a driver April 25 at 10:30 p.m. on suspicion of being impaired. The driver turned out not to be actually impaired, but the occupants of the vehicle did have two grams of crack cocaine in their possession and the car they were driving was unregistered.

Police charged a 27-year-old man from Mascwacis with possession of a controlled substance.

Impaired driver from Grande Prairie Police have charged a 42-year-old Grande Prairie man with impaired driving after providing two bloodalcohol samples of .13.

The man was stopped April 26 at 2:30 a.m. after driving over a curb in the downtown area. He was driving a 2004 white GMC Sierra.

Obscene fraudster One Ponoka resident was in for a shock last week after a man, pretending to be a telemarketer, started making obscene sexual comments to the victim.

The culprit asks people if they want their credit card rate reduced and how much a person owes on the card.

When victims don’t respond the man then starts making obscene comments over the phone.

Police also have received complaints of suspects claiming to be from Canada Revenue Agency. They tell victims that a credit card payment over the phone will save them from arrest.

Both cases are considered fraudulent and people are advised not to provide their personal information.

Police took 65 calls for service last week with a variety of issue such as traffic complaints, mental health concerns, threats and threats of suicide.

If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477.

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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 Erin Dirsten - Fac. Youth & Family Min. 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! phone: 403-783-6962 • www.baptistreformedponoka.org

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

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

The Christian & Missionary Alliance

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

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

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am.

5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

Phone: 403-783-4087

King James Bible and gender stereotypes in Christianity As I was trolling through Facebook, I came across news of the poor health of Fred Phelps of the Westboro Baptist Church in Kansas. That’s the church that pickets the funerals of soldiers being buried with the message that they die because “God hates Fags.” That got me thinking about how much magazine and newspaper space is taken up in the US with hateful rhetoric about the gay community and the desired denial of their human rights. Since the right of gays to marry in Canada is permitted, I wondered about how this whole issue would generate hostility in our country. I’m sure there are many people in our region of the country who have very negative feelings about the gay community on religious grounds, which raised for me a couple of the extremely profound ironies in the history of the Christian Church.

Let me begin with Acts 8: 27-40, which is the story of the Apostle Philip’s conversion of the Ethiopian eunuch, a high official in the court of Queen Candace of Ethiopia. Eunuchs were those who had been castrated in their youth, so they could be attendants to a King’s harem without danger of meddling with the ladies. Some, like this man, proved very trustworthy, and rose to higher rank.

Nevertheless, eunuchs were considered of low social standing, somewhat like Samaritans. Being incapable of normal human and sexual relations with females, sometimes eunuchs developed a-sexual but couple relationships with other men.

This would have made such eunuchs, technically, homosexual!

Acts tells us that the eunuch in Acts was baptized on the spot, and “went on his way rejoicing.” Without doubt he spread

the gospel story to others in which we know as The King Africa. Just imagine, at least James Version. one of the “missionaries” to As he matured through the African continent may the traps and intrigues of have been a joyous gay man! palace life, James came to Then there is the situknow the love of women. ation of King James VI of He married his wife, Anne Scotland, later James I of all of Denmark, by proxy, Britain. Poor James. Queen when she was 14, in 1589.

Elizabeth jailed his mother, He lived a long life and a Mary Queen of Scots, and productive reign, dying on the boy never saw his mother March 27, 1625. His son, again, and was made king at Charles I, succeeded him. the age of 13 months. From He was later executed by James Strachan that age until he was sixteen, Parliament when England The United Church people paid to be his mindbecame a republic, briefly. of Canada ers brought him up. He had Not a member of The union of James and not a single human friend The Ponoka Anne produced a numbers of playmate, only servants.

Ministerial of heirs, or “pretenders to He grew up not knowing Association the throne,” all of whom anything of human care or love. The first non-servant were involved in intrigue relative he met was a male for the next years. The most cousin from France, Esme Stuart, who famous of these was the “Bonnie Prince happened to be gay, so James moved eas- Charlie” of Scottish legend and battle. ily into the gay lifestyle, being first loved My point in recounting all this history by a man. It was the first time a non-ser- is simply to remind those of you who vant had shown him love and care. What can think of homosexual union only in else did he know? History records that terms of abomination to remember that over the next few years he had two other it is quite possible that a good portion of named male lovers, George Villiers and Africa may have been evangelized by a Robert Carr. homosexual eunuch!

James had a passion for scripture.

Even more significant, each time you From an early age he read scripture daily, pick up your revered King James Bible, and once he was King, he assembled a remember that it came into being because team of eight translators to produce a Bible in the language of the people – which of the scriptural passion of a King who was 17th century English. Before the end spend a good deal of his youth in homoof his reign, King James saw to it that ev- sexual relationships. If God saw fit to use ery household in the country possessed these men, and many others like them, in a copy of what was then called “The the furtherance of His will, who are we Authorized Version, 1611” – the Bible to so denounce it as an evil abomination?

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

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

403-783-6012 • www.sonriseponoka.com

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

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At STAR Catholic Schools, we are committed to the success of our students at all grade levels and see each student as a wonderfully complex and unique individual, created by God. As unique individuals, each of us has our own set of special gifts and skills, and while some are inherent from the day we are born, others are developed and nurtured throughout our lifetimes, and the early educational journey is a vital part of that development process.

5113 - 52 Ave., Ponoka, T4J 1H6 403-783-4048 stachurch@shaw.ca

ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Donna Willer Rev. Jessie Pei, Rev. Doreen Scott 5120 - 49 Ave. Ponoka

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TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141 Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Pastor Tim Graff • trinityponoka.ca

ZION CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Fred Knip 9 miles east on Hwy 53 (403) 782-9877 Jr. Church during service for children Sunday Service 9:30 am

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While the formative years in a student’s education are vital to their learning journey, and the middle school years can be critical for their emotional, physical, spiritual development, the high school years can be particularly important. A student’s high school learning experience is based on a foundation of skills and experience they brought with them from earlier grades, and it lays the critical groundwork for their future success in the workforce or their post-secondary education.

As students enter high school, they are also given more and more opportunities to expand their learning journey. They become more able to focus on their unique areas of interest and can begin to channel those interests into a career or post-secondary education path that suits them best. Educators play a vital role in that process, as they listen to their students and work alongside them to help them set and achieve their goals.

We’re proud that high school students in our Division continue to exceed the provincial high school completion rates and we have seen student drop-out rates that are 33 to 50 per cent lower than provincial averages. Among our FNMI students, our drop-out rates are more than 21 per cent lower than the provincial average.

Our on-site high school counselors are available to provide support to students in a wide range of areas, from personal, spiritual or emotional issues, to helping them choose and prepare for their career goals. High school counselors are also invaluable resources for connecting students and their families to additional information or services from outside organizations. In addition, high school students can participate in work experience programs during high school that not only give them class credit, but also the opportunity to learn valuable work skills.

For some students, they may have the desire to complete their high school education, but their life circumstances prevent them from attending school full time in a traditional setting. STAR Catholic School Division also operates an Outreach School in Leduc that offers high school students the opportunity to complete the Alberta Education high school curriculum in a more flexible delivery model. For more information on the STAR Outreach School, visit www. or.starcatholic.ab.ca.

Just as every student is unique, we recognize that their learning journeys are also unique and our teachers and staff are ready to meet them where they’re at and help them achieve success.

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Reflections of Ponoka

Dedicated to the proud history of

Ponoka

BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

I had the pleasure of getting to know Barb Greshner in the early 1990’s, when as a member of Ponoka Town Council, we worked together with an energetic group of volunteers from town and districts to oversee and promote an exciting Main Street project. The purpose of the community effort was to identify landmarks and sights of our long and colorful history, and to put together the plans and funding to enhance and restore them back to their original identity for all of our present and future generations to share and enjoy.

Photographs and historical information was kindly provided by the Fort Ostell Museum, the Provincial Archives of Alberta, and the Glenbow Archives. I will never forget the overwhelming enthusiasm and co-operation of committee members Doug Nelson, Dave Spink, Merle McMillan, Earl Roberts, Bob Taylor, Barb Greshner, co-ordinator

Frazer Shaw, Town Council, and all those citizens, clubs, and businesses who quickly got involved in this unique community historical concept. Over just a few years the project achieved the revitalization and recognition of many of the great landmarks and events of our long and colorful heritage, including Siding 14, the Railway Depot, the C.P.R. dam, grain elevators, Royal and Leland Hotels, Imperial and Commerce Banks Thomson’s Grocery, Lux and Stephens and Maple Leaf Garages, Capital Theatre, Allan’s Furniture, Jack’s Men’s Wear, Brody’s, Ponoka Radio Electric, the Algar Building, Ponoka Meat Market, Robert’s Implements, Ponoka Herald, Rest Room, Ponoka Cold Storage, Medical Arts Building, Bird Drug Company, Green’s Gents Furnishers, Thirsk 5 cents to $1.00, Club Cafe, Bill’s Billiard Hall, Sweet Block, Cash Foods, Ranks Drugs, Treasury Branch, old Town Hall and

Remember When...

Photo courtesy of Gordon H. Nelson

This amazing photo depicts the ongoing spirit and support that Ponoka and district citizens have and always will have for ‘their teams’ and for so many special events and causes in and around our community. When the Ponoka Stampeders won the Western Canada Intermediate ‘A’ Hockey Championship in Port Arthur in 1956, thousands of fans were on hand to welcome them at the C.P.R. Station. The hoopla included a parade of tractors with the players mounted on the front, then a big party at the old arena. Star goaltender Eric Patterson is leading the way.

Photo courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

Craig Robinson, Chairman of the Ponoka and District Museum Board presents a commemorative clock to Barb Greshner in appreciation for the hundreds of hours, dedication, and community effort that she has given to the Fort Ostell Museum for many years.

County Office, Field’s Motors, Fort Ostell, Baptist Church, Bowker Funeral Home, Dairy Pool, old General Hospital, Provincial Mental Hospital, Red Brick School, VJV Auction, Ponoka Stampede, the make-over back to the original Chipman Avenue, and on and on.

Museum Board salutes Barb Greshner.

During their regular meeting last week, the Ponoka and District Museum Board honoured Mrs. Barb Greshner for her many years of dedication and volunteer efforts to the Fort Ostell Museum and her community.

Barb Greshner has spent most of her very active life in and around Ponoka, and after completing her schooling, she enrolled as a student nurse in the R.N./Psychiatric nursing program at the Provincial Mental Hospital and graduated in 1958. The same year she would marry George Greshner, the congenial co-owner of Ponoka Sheet Metal, and together they raised their family of four (Cam-Michael-Tim-and Julie), worked very hard, and became very much involved in the community. Barb Greshner’s 34-year career as a care-giver, teacher, and mentor spanned several decades, beginning on the busy wards at the P.M.H., followed by service in the Community Health program, then back to the front of the class at the Alberta Hospital School of Nursing. Along the way, she was proudly able to achieve her Bachelor of Science and Master’s Degree in Adult Education.

Following her retirement from Nursing in 1992, Barb Greshner enjoyed quality time with her family and grandchild, but longed to stay busy, and would become a dedicated volunteer in many facets of the community. In 2003 she accepted the Manager role at the Fort Ostell Museum, looking forward to carrying on her passion for the preservation and promotion of the proud and colorful history of the Town and County of Ponoka. Working closely with the board and staff, Barb encouraged many renovations to the present museum building in the Lion’s Centennial Park, as well as securing countless new artifacts, historical displays, an annual summer student employment program, and many special events for the year

round pleasure of everyone, from the youngest school class to our founding seniors. A milestone of her 10-year leadership tenure at the Fort Ostell Museum would be the lobbying of M.L.A. Halvor Jonson to secure the return of the cherished 100- year old Provincial Mental Hospital museum collection spearheaded by Mike Rainone Sr. to its present and permanent home at our museum.

As an ongoing advocate of our community history and a proud Ponokan, Barb Greshner was also thrilled to serve as the co-chair with Myra Raugust on the 2004 Ponoka Centennial Committee, as well as assisting with the promotion and celebration of the gala 100th Anniversary of the Alberta Hospital (Centennial Centre) in 2011. Personally, I am so thankful that Barb, Sandy Alsopp, and museum staff have always encouraged and assisted me with all the material and preparation of the Reflections and Remember When section each week in your Ponoka News.

Present Museum Manager Sandy Allsopp has worked at the Fort Ostell for the past 10 years, during which she was delighted to have learned a great deal from Barb, as well as quickly realizing that her enthusiasm and dedication is a joy and a rush to share each and every day. Thanks to the strong annual support of the Town of Ponoka and County of Ponoka the Fort Ostell Museum, which was established in 1967, has grown steadily. The current Board of Directors includes: Craig Robinson, Wendla Crowhurst, Marilyn Hoffman, Sharon Chapman, Jerry Siemens, Linda Hansen, Terri Underhill, and Sandy Allsopp.

Even though she may have retired, there is absolutely no doubt that Barb Greshner will avidly continue to be a welcome visitor to her favourite Fort Ostell Museum, where she will continue to pursue new projects and strive to encourage others to preserve, promote, and appreciate the long, proud, and colorful history and pioneers of our great community. Thanks for the memories.

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Opinion The retirement conundrum for non-elite available for Crown There is a lot of controversy surroundcorporations and ing the Canadian labor federally-regulatmarket these days. ed workers that are The most widely generally in the transreported and discussed portation, banking and topic is the use, or mistelecommunications use, of the temporary sectors. foreign workers proWhy? gram by McDonald’s The target benefit of Canada.

Mustafa Eric plan also would not Editor Although labeled apply to the federal “bullshit” by John public service or to Betts, the CEO of provincially regulated McDonalds Canada, private pension plans. in a conference call with his franWhy? chisees, the discussion has served a “We are not picking and choosgood purpose by raising awareness ing for Canadians. We want the on employment practices undertakdefined-benefit plan there as a en by some companies in favor of choice,” Kevin Sorenson, Minister of temporary workers versus the local workforce even if they sometimes State for Finance, was quoted as saypay higher wages to the former than ing in announcing the new scheme.

Isn’t this limiting the choice if the latter.

The key here is the commitment this new option is available only for a that an employer takes on when a certain section of the workforce and company hires workforce: The social not for all working population? security premiums the employers Why are government-employed pay have always been seen as the people (at both federal and provinpain in the neck and hiring tempo- cial levels) practically classified and rary labour without their roots in the treated as “elite” when it comes to country is a good way of getting rid pension schemes? of that obligation.

With all due respect to public But when it comes to social secu- servants, one cannot help asking if rity, Canada has a much bigger case the labour of an entry level clerk, or of injustice, that between the public a mid-level manager for that matter, servants and private sector employ- in private sector is less valuable than ees. that of the same level public servant?

The Harper government rolled Because the former is left at the out some new proposals last week to mercy of the market fluctuations introduce a third option regarding the and investment brokers who manage pension schemes for private sector, which is basically designed to ensure the pension funds of the employer that the losses should be shared by while the latter has been guaranteed the employers and employees if the a steady and secure pension backed pension funds fail to perform well in by the federal (provincial) budget the financial markets. It is apparently funded by all taxpayers.

Not that this federal government meant to be a middle-of-the-road opwill really care about it, but rational tion between defined-benefit plans, generally favoured by workers, and people should give it some thought defined-contribution plans, which to generate ideas to address this “pension apartheid” in this country are favoured by employers.

The new alternative, called if we are serious about preventing “the flexible option”, will only be mounting poverty among seniors.

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Conference Board of Canada’s ideas for changing supply management are ill conceived and self-serving

BY JAN SLOMP

The Conference Board of Canada (CBoC) embraces the mantra that “all growth is good.” Their plan to change supply management for growth is a prescription for weakening, if not eliminating, the three pillars of supply management for dairy production in Canada – production controls, import tariffs and farmers’ cost of production pricing -- in order to produce more milk, lower its price and increase exports.

The CBoC claims to be an independent think tank, but is affiliated with the New York-based Conference Board, run by and for US-based multinational corporations. While pretending to serve the public it advocates for a suite of policies – including dismantling dairy supply management – that promote corporate interests at the expense of the values and aspirations of Canadian people.

Let’s do a quick review of why we have dairy supply management, and how it works.

In the 1960s, dairy processors were using erratic milk hauling practices to depress farm-gate prices paid to farmers. Farmers were faced with delivering milk at whatever price they could get or lose it all.

Ontario and Quebec farmers protested and demanded government action. In 1969, a new system had the government regulate farm-gate prices based on farmers’ cost of production in return for farmers producing a constant flow of high quality milk along with a system of discipline (quotas) to prevent over-production.

Its success led to rapid adoption in all provinces.

Since then, provincial milk marketing boards have successfully managed procurement, marketing, quotas, quality control and government regulation. To ensure supply and demand are synchronized, Canada restricts dairy imports via WTO-compliant tariffs.

Thus, Canada’s dairy sector produces primarily for the domestic market.

Canada’s dairy supply management operates smoothly, efficiently and sustainably without government subsidies in contrast to other Canadian agricultural sectors where Agri-Stability payments are often needed to support farm incomes and overcome depressed commodity prices.

The CBoC now promotes increasing dairy production beyond Canadian needs in order to export. continued on page 19

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Pumping up consumerism is wrong Dear Editor, The new banners in downtown Ponoka suggesting that we “shop to your heart’s content” are a poor, misguided choice by our town officials.

The definition of the phrase “to your heart’s content” is to do something until you attain complete inner satisfaction. The scientific studies are abundantly clear: the more we shop, the more dissatisfied we become.

Materialism causes rampant unhappiness, insecurity, narcissism, deteriorating relationships and unprecedented levels of physical, financial and emotion-

al stress. Not only do we personally suffer the ill-effects of the frenzy of consumerism, the entire planet suffers from the irresponsible resource use.

Walk along the river to your heart’s content.

Enjoy nature to your heart’s content.

Hug your children to your heart’s content.

Share time with your friends to your heart’s content.

Shop to your heart’s discontent.

Regards, Marita Lewis

Small increase in school fees

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Despite no funding increase to operating grants and only small increases to other grant areas, Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) board of trustees are raising school instructional material fees by only one dollar.

Trustees Barb Walker and Lorrie Jess were opposed to the raising the fee. Walker felt parents and students

shouldn’t be paying the fee at all and Jess felt they should stay as they were. “I think this is high enough for parents.”

While there was no increase in the fee last year, Jess and Walker both took into account the fact there are also other fees set by the schools parents must pay. continued on page 18

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Ponoka Jubilee Library requires a Summer Reading Program Coordinator to oversee a themed program that encourages reading in school aged children. Beginning in June, this 14-week student position offers 35 hours a week; occasional clerical duties may also be assigned. Some postsecondary education in a related field is an asset. Enthusiasm, ability to interact positively with children, good organizational and computer skills must all be demonstrated. Visit ponokalibrary.prl.ab.ca and go to Job Opportunities under About Us for a full job description. Please forward resumes and cover letter by May 01, 2014 to: DavidTremblay; Ponoka Jubilee Library; Box 4160; Ponoka, Alberta, T4J 1R6 E-mail: dtremblay@prl.ab.ca

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The City of Red Deer uses a surface water supply, (the Red Deer River) as a source of drinking water for those communities on the Red Deer Regional Water Line. All surface water supplies such as this are susceptible to high turbidity and high organic loading during the annual spring snowmelt and runoff.

These conditions can give the raw water a disagreeable odor and taste. The treatment process removes most of these tastes and odors; however enough may remain after treatment to be noticeable to the consumer. The treated water at the tap is still completely safe to drink.

STREET SWEEPING

The Town’s sweeper is once again out cleaning away the winter residue from the streets. We ask your assistance in removing vehicles from the street when the sweeper is in your area. Unfortunately, due to unpredictable weather, we are unable to provide exact locations and time schedules. Please drive with care and consideration, obeying all traffic laws.

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SUMMER SIPS: Ponoka Jubilee Library is hosting another in their series of fabulous Wine Tastings. On Saturday May 10th at 7:00 pm, come down to the Library to sample eight white wines, accompanied by a selection of fine cheese, meat and fruit. Get prepared for a hot summer by discovering new white wines to savour in the sun! Tickets are $30/person and space is very limited, so be sure to come down to Ponoka Jubilee Library to purchase your tickets. Tickets are over 90% sold!

FLOWER ARRANGING CLASS: On Saturday June 21st, Ponoka Jubilee Library is hosting a Flower Arranging Class! From 12:00-3:00 you will be learning how to build your own mixed vase arrangement; personalizing it to make it really special to you. Cost is $65.00/person and includes a full flower bouquet, arrangement instructions & items needed for arranging. Space is VERY limited, so please come to the Library to sign up today! Don’t allow a beautiful bouquet of flowers to ever look awful again!

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May 19th STAT Holiday hours Family Swim 2-4pm, Public Swim 4-6pm May 16th PD Day swims 1-3pm *April 26th there will be no Public or Family swim.* Start training for the Tri Services Triathlon held June 15th!

Are You An Artist? The Aquaplex is searching for a local artist to design a mural for the vacant wall above the whirl pool. The design should incorporate the town`s ideals, and spirit. Deadline for a design is July 31st. Drop off at the pool.

Coaching Clinic This 6 hour course will provide extra insight into the Canadian Sport 4 Life model highlighting the importance of developing athletes assets and fundamental movement skills; why coaches are teachers and our athletes are not little adults; an advanced understanding that Champions are different, how we can benefit from stress in our lives; and an understanding on how to support your athletes with mental skills like focus, imagery, relaxation, self-talk and training and incorporating them into practices and games.

Doug Swanson, proprietor of FIRST Place for Human Performance, has a wealth of experience having worked with Hockey Canada, WHL & AJHL clubs, sport academies, instructed at Red Deer College and a multitude of other sports.

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Race for Kids fundraiser promises new challenges

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE If you are up for a friendly competition that will benefit Ponoka’s youths, then the Boys and Girls Club of Wolf Creek may have just the thing you are looking for.

This is the second year of the Capital One Race For Kids and is sure to be a fun day, says fundraising co-ordinator Nicole Owen. Set for May 31, the race is intended to bring a fun opportunity of collaboration to groups of four.

Teams that enter the Race for Kids challenge will compete in 10 new contests similar to A Minute to Win It and Amazing Race. Each time a team completes a challenge they will move forward in a race designed to challenge their mental and physical prowess.

Getting details of the challenge has proved a bit of, well, a challenge. “They’re all top secret,” said Owen mysteriously.

People are getting excited to take part in the race and 15 teams have already signed up to compete.

Owen said the more that join, the better it is for the organization and she encourages those interested

to give her a call. The Boys and Girls Club of Wolf Creek, which is part of the Ponoka Youth Centre, will use the money raised directly to support local programming.

“It’s just a totally different way to get the community involved,” explained Owen.

Last year, the challenge raised $18,000 and this year, Owen says they are going for a bigger goal.

They want to raise $25,000, part of which will come from teams who need to raise a minimum of $400 per team and are encouraged to campaign for more.

“Our teams went above and beyond the $400 (last year),” explained Owen.

She says checkpoint sponsors helped increase the amount raised. Teams eager to raise top dollars will be in for a treat: the most money raised by a team will receive four tickets to anywhere that WestJet flies.

Owen said the St. Augustine team won last year and went on a trip to Mexico. She is pleased to see both new and returning teams to the race.

Clubs across Canada will be joining in on the fun with Ponoka being one of six Alberta clubs taking part. Dress for the weather because the race will proceed rain or shine.

Check Ponoka’s Boys and Girls Club site for the race: www.raceforkids.ca/ponoka

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Sam Evans gets his head shaved April 23 after raising $1,625 for the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta.

He had been growing his hair since last August.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Since last August, a 10-year-old Ponoka boy has been growing his hair in an effort to raise funds for cancer research and his hard work paid off with $1,625 raised.

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to go to the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta and he asked friends and family for pledges. To show his resolve, Evans shaved his head April 23 at Andy’s Barbershop.

“I just like to help people,” said Evans.

Having long hair was not easy as Evans said he did not like it, but he felt the small discomfort was worth it for the cause.

Support for Evans has been strong. Those who pledged became quite involved and one person offered Evans $25 and another $125 for his father, Brent to shave his head.

Despite not being able to convince his father, Evans’ effort made

both of his parents proud.

“I’m very proud of him because he did this all of his own accord,” said his mother, Julie.

“How can you be more proud?” Brent added.

This is Evan’s second fundraising project.

When he was seven, he set up a lemonade stand to end up raising $754 for a charity, said Mrs Evans. His hard work earned him a free head shave and a $20 donation from the barbershop’s owner, Andy Hamdon.

Now all Evans has to do is adjust his lacrosse helmet to fit over his newly shaved head.

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Packed house at Kinsmen live auction fundraiser

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Participants at the third annual live auction fundraiser, hosted by the Kinsmen Club of Ponoka, had their wallets open to support the group’s community efforts April 26.

The group’s live auction was held at the Kinsmen Community Centre and is intended as a means to raise money for the club’s newest project, a toboggan hill.

In an effort to drive interest, the club made a decision last year to invite to the auction those businesses and individuals who have donated to their cause. President Ken Groot said organizers felt that donors needed to be recognized for their efforts with a prime rib dinner.

Keeping things light after the dinner was a fast-talking, smooth auctioneer who delivered each of the 45 live auction items with a style that excited buyers. Those less eager to throw their hand in the air to make a bid could show their support with one of the other 60 silent auction items. Groot said he was pleased with the community support for the Kinsmen.

“The money that we raise is going to go into the community.”

Ken Groot, President of the Kinsmen Club of Ponoka

“The money that we raise is going to go into the community,” he explained.

The club is working on a toboggan hill this year with a location in the Southwest Industrial Park south of Ponoka County’s transfer site.

Groot says the Kinsmen have approximately $50,000 saved for the project plus the amount raised from the live auction, yet to be announced.

Groot says he is unsure how much the actual project will cost because of equipment costs needed to bring in the approximately 20,000 cubic yards of material that will make up the hill.

There were two fun moments during the live auction: first was a tricky bid for a $100 bill. The winning bidder got to keep the money while the second highest bidder had to pay the top offer. After some quick

bidding action, it was determined Jim Hamilton had accidentally placed the highest and second highest bid.

Another exciting auction moment was when buyers kept giving back a Texas mickey, donated

by Arbutus Nurseries to be re-auctioned. Groot said they raised $500 after the mickey went back three times.

Cheque to Ponoka Cub Scouts A $5,000 to the Ponoka Cub Scouts became $10,000 when the Kinsmen Club matched the amount. The initial $5,000 was donated from Andy Low of John Low Agencies for the Scouts.

Groot says their goal is to ensure money raised goes into what is needed. “We get that money and we give it right back to the community.”

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Satinwood School closing its doors its proximity to Clive and Lacombe schools, which have the ability to accept the students.

With the school now closing, approximately $185,600 that was going to the school can now be diverted and split between the schools students will begin attending in the fall.

Board chair Trudy Bratland, trustees Bob Huff and Barb Walker, Lacombe and Blackfalds trustees, and Ponoka trustee Lorrie Jess voted in favour of closing the school.

Satinwood’s trustee Donna Peterson and Bentley-Eckville trustee Pam Hansen wanted to delay the decision to give the Satinwood community more time to save the future of the school.

In cases of school closures, a decision has to be made within a year of the closure process being activated.

However, in exceptional cases, the Minister of Education can grant a board an extension if he deems trustees didn’t have enough time or information to fully review the situation and make the most educated choice possible. Peterson wanted to attempt to gain an extension, delay the board’s decision, and keep the

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A small, rural school located near Blackfalds and Clive, Satinwood is attended by only 39 students and its population has been on the decline since 1996.

This year the board of trustees saw triple grading; in the next five to six years, had the school remained open, numbers were expected to drop to 30.

Due to the steadily dwindling student body, the majority of council no longer saw keeping the school open as a feasible option.

Because of the small number of students, it costs WCPS almost $14,000 per student to provide education at Satinwood. Average cost in the division ranges between $6,000 and $9,000.

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school open one more year.

“It’s a high performing school with great parental involvement,” said Peterson.

The majority of the trustees didn’t meet her request with favour. Nor was it liked by secretarytreasurer Joe Henderson and superintendant Larry Jacobs, who told the board delaying their decision would rob them of any choice. “If you do decide to keep the school open, he (Education Minister Jeff Johnson) will force you to keep it open for a number of years.”

Walker believed requesting the extension from the minister was only delaying the inevitable and making the emotional process more difficult for the students, teachers and parents of the school.

Despite having enacted the closure process last fall, and the school’s community approached the board with three major proposals to bring more students to the school in that time, Hansen felt they should be given more time. “I think they need a little time to come up with an idea.”

“There could be more to come. I’ve seen a lot of passion from this community. I’d like to give it another chance,” said Peterson.

Peterson and Hanson both mentioned the subdivision slated to be developed near the school in the future. They believe there’s a chance it will attract the families needed to increase the school’s population.

“There is a proposed housing development that could come to fruition, the Nova Plant is expand-

ing by 40 per cent, and you’d think there would be some spinoff from that,” said Peterson.

However, Jacobs says the school would need a minimum of 50 more students to make it viable again.

“If we need 50 to 55 students, where are they going to come from?” Huff asked.

He feels relying on the subdivision in any way isn’t a responsible choice for the board because it is only conceptual at this point in time.

“I think we have to give them the opportunity to let the young people come,” said Hansen.

Bratland says Satinwood has been brainstorming since 2011. “How much more time do we invest in the viability of the school? How much money would it take at the expense of our other students?”

She says she’s seen rural subdivisions built before, near Mirror and Bluffton, and they’ve mainly attracted seniors. “I have to think with my head, not my heart.”

In the past the Satinwood School community proposed to attempt to attract students residing in the WCPS division but are attending schools outside the division.

Jacobs said the idea never held enough appeal to make a significant change in the school’s population. It also concerned other WCPS schools that felt Satinwood’s idea would lure their students away from those schools.

“It was students in the Blackfalds and greater Lacombe area taking advantage of transportation to Red Deer,” said Jacobs.

Satinwood community also proposed to have students in homeschooling programs register with the school, so it could obtain the registration fees, but still allow the students to continue their home schooling. The idea was looked at with interest until it was discovered if the students registered with WCPS they would have to strictly follow the Alberta curriculum, something they currently don’t have to; with that all interest fell.

Had the proposal worked, Satinwood would have gained the registration of approximately 600 students.

“The registration fees would flow back to Satinwood, something in the neighbourhood of $60,000,” said Jacobs.

The third idea was to simply expand Satinwood’s catchment area. However, that’s been a route the board has historically avoided because of the affects it would have on the grade numbers in other nearby schools.

The decision to close the school was made and met with heavy hearts, as Satinwood School community members and a portion of the trustee board wept as the decision became final,

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Chamber trade fair brings in thousands to Ponoka

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Last weekend brought thousands of eager visitors to the “Colour Our World Green” themed trade fair at the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex. There were no booths left for vendors and attendees had their fair share of local music and gymnastics entertainment.

Les Jaster, executive director of the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce said he enjoyed seeing the many options at the trade fair.

“I’m really pleased with the entire package we have this year.”

He said the quality of vendors enhanced the fair for attendees and the Market Square, which was a new idea, was a welcome addition to the large variety of offerings.

“We ventured out into the dark and I think we’ve found a path,” said Jaster.

He hopes to expand on ideas for both the main trade fair floor and the Market Square for next year. He says planners enjoyed the added energy of the market on the small ice surface.

“We like that type of market, because it’s an instant sales market,” he explained.

While attendance was down compared to the previous year, Jaster said he is always looking at how to improve the fair. Demand from vendors and attendees to join has become so great that Jaster intends to hire an assistant for A Market Square on the small ice surface brought shoppers to the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce trade fair last the month leading up to the fair. weekend. Here Ella Irwin takes a look at jewelry from Retro Rox. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye “Planning starts on Monday,” he said.

Thoughts from Celebrate vendors For his first time at the Ponoka trade fair, Darryl Hogenson of Sunday, Papa D’s Popcorn, said he enjoyed the environMay 12 E S T. 1 9 3 6 ment in Ponoka. He enjoyed the open concept of the floor plan, which allowed customers to weave in and out of different booths.

He compared Ponoka to Lacombe stating the latter’s floor plan was designed th for people to follow a course from beginning to end. “I like the setup here better.”

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Foodgrains Bank raises thousands at annual auction Eyes on as the group has raised over $585,000, exclud“The cow prices are really high,” said DoornBY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Cows sold for top dollar last week at the VJV Auction mart during a Foodgrains Bank auction intended to bring food to people in developing nations.

The auction is an exciting time for organizers

ing matching grants, since its inception. Ponoka chapter volunteer Peter Doornenbal was pleased with the sale prices during the auction as the first heifer sold for $4,000. Other heifers were sold by weight, and one 1,730-pound cow sold for 92 cents per pound.

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But the real excitement of the day came over a pair of young alpacas that had buyers chomping at the bit to buy. Traditionally these alpacas are donated back to the Foodgrains Bank to give buyers another chance to bid.

“What I like about it is 97 per cent of the money earned goes where it’s supposed to go.”

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They were sold three times before the winning bidder decided they wanted to keep them. Bidders appeared to revel in waiting at the last minute before throwing a yell of “Yes” to keep bids going up.

Arnie Tenbrinke is a volunteer with the Foodgrains Bank who enjoyed the fun of the auction; he even bid against his wife on a wheel of Dutch cheese. One of the reasons Tenbrinke has put in hours with the agency is because of the recipients.

“What I like about it is 97 per cent of the money earned goes where it’s supposed to go,” said Tenbrinke.

Money and grains that have been donated are intended to feed people in the developing nations where food is hard to come by, he explained. The non-profit group also takes advantage of a 4-1 matching federal grant under Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada.

Alpacas stand at the ready during a Canadian For every dollar earned the federal government Foodgrains Bank auction last week at the VJV contributes an additional four dollars.

Auction Mart. The fundraiser brought in $51,285.

Tenbrinke said one thing about the Foodgrains Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Bank that inspired him join 13 years ago is CALNASH AG EVENT CENTRE to that the organization is MAY strict on where money CALENDAR gets spent. The intent is to ensure little is wasted on administration costs.

“That’s what intrigued me the most about it,” Tenbrinke said.

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On April 5, we had our club’s winter project day where we made stall signs with our name and our horse’s name on it. On April 20, we had a club ride and Easter egg hunt.

Everyone that showed up had a great time. The Easter egg hunt was the big hit of the day with the cleavers. Thanks to Kate for supplying the candy and to myself for supplying the plastic eggs.

On April 25, our club performed their community service at Rimoka again this year. The residents enjoyed being served ice-cream sundaes and coffee by the club members. They really liked our new show shirts, and especially liked seeing the little cleaver members helping out.

Some of our club members are getting ready to show off their skills and horses at the upcoming West Central Regional Horse Show, which is held at the Westerner Grounds in Red Deer from May 30 to June 1. This can be pretty hectic and nerve wrecking for some, including the parents. There is always a big sigh of relief when this horseshow is done and over.

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Farm sprayers see growth in use on family farm

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Farmers had a full day of sprayer education at the Calnash Ag Event Centre April 22 during a Cervus Equipment sprayer clinic.

Attendees were invited to get a taste of new technology available to farmers and were shown care and maintenance tips to keeping a sprayer running well.

Perhaps even “This is just the more interesting was a presenbeginning of the tation by Tom ever-growing Wolf, a leading expert in spray technology,” nozzle techJason Riseley, Integrated sonology. Wolf’s lutions specialist with Cervus excitement of Equipment. spray nozzles is akin to a kid in a toy store: In an interview with Ponoka News, he was able to give a brief explanation of the importance of spray nozzles and sprayers.

“It’s (sprayer) the most heavily used piece of equipment on the farm,” said Wolf.

Sprayers used to be the least used piece of equipment, partly over the cost. A new sprayer can cost upwards of $400,000. But Wolf said farmers now use sprayers for fertilizer, pesticide, fungicide and other applications and will cover a farmer’s field three or four times in year.

Spray nozzles are an important factor to a sprayer, said Wolf; important enough that manufacturers such as John Deere do not manufacture a sprayer with nozzles built in. They leave that to the farmer to decide because of different variables.

This is where Wolf steps in. Much of his research has advanced technology in spray nozzles and he says a set of nozzles will determine what happens with a chemical.

He says outfitting a sprayer with three sets of nozzles will cost a farmer $2,000 — a bargain compared to the rest of the machine — and if done right, will increase a farmer’s production.

“Without the right nozzle on this unit, it is useless,” Wolf stated.

He provided attendees with tips on the best boom height, ideal times to spray and what nozzles work better with what chemicals.

Technology improves farm practices Speaking on sprayer technology was Jason Riseley, integrated solutions specialist with Cervus Equipment.

In the last six months, new technology has been developed that allows a farmer to monitor a sprayer’s operation from the comfort of his home.

Riseley says technology through a company called JDLink is designed for larger farm operations where the farmer is more of a manager of equipment and operators.

Farmers can closely monitor all parts of the sprayer from their computer or on a mobile Android or iOS device. Plus, equipment issues are transmitted to a dealership through JDLink.

“It’s another tool they can use to manage their operators,” explained Riseley.

Another innovation with this technology and newer sprayers is the ability to transfer data wirelessly, directly to equipment.

Currently, if a farmer wants to load field boundaries, set auto track A/B lines or even add field prescriptions, they must enter the information into a computer and then transfer it with a USB flash drive.

This new technology removes that step and Riseley suggest this will be of additional benefit to a farmer who needs a new prescription — data that applies input rates to a field — can now call an agronomist who can set the rates, and then apply the data wirelessly.

“This is just the beginning of the ever-growing

Brian Roberts, representing Deer Star Systems, shows farmers maintenance tricks with a John Deere farm sprayer April 22 at the ag event centre.

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Farmers were also shown new John Deere sprayer models that have increased capacity and a longer wheelbase to balance the weight of the sprayer tank.

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Ponoka students gifted with opera excursion

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

High school students of Ponoka Secondary Campus (PSC), St. Augustine Catholic School and the Ponoka Outreach School recently attended the opera Madame Butterfly in Edmonton, through a Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) initiative focused on providing more arts and cultural opportunities to youths.

Last spring FCSS sent surveys out into the community in hopes of gaining a greater understanding of what people wanted for Ponoka and what they felt was lacking; respondents indicated that high school youth wanted more access to arts and culture.

FCSS board member Lauraine Weir says FCSS paid the $300 to bus the students to Edmonton while they each paid the $15 ticket price to attend the opera’s dress rehearsal. “They open up the auditorium for dress rehearsals to students.”

“Not only did students get to experience something fantastic, we got to do it reasonably,” said PSC student Rebecca Wesner.

Weir pitched the idea to PSC vice-principal Kathy McTaggart and from there the project was a go. “I thought it was a great experience for the kids, something they don’t get to do,” said McTaggart. continued on page 17

Josiah Thompson (left) and Rebecca Wesner (right) along with other students from Ponoka visit backstage with some of the performers of the opera Madame Butterfly.

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Donetsk is not Sarajevo

BY GWYNNE DYER

With due apologies to God, Voltaire and the Ukrainians, I must point out that if Ukraine did not exist, it would not be necessary to invent it. It is not a great power, it has no resources the world cannot do without, and it is not a “vital strategic interest” to anybody except the Ukrainians themselves. Not even to the Russians, although they are acting at the moment as though it were.

Bosnia was nobody’s vital strategic interest either. It isn’t now, and it wasn’t a hundred years ago. But Bismarck warned in 1898 that if there was ever another major war in Europe, it would come out of “some damned silly thing in the Balkans,” and an assassination in Sarajevo in 1914 fulfilled his prophecy to the letter.

Some things have changed since then, however. The next world war will not come out of Ukraine (which is only slightly north-east of the Balkans) no matter what happens in the next few weeks and months. Russia might invade Ukraine, there might even be a new Cold War for a while, but there will be no fighting in Europe beyond Ukraine’s borders.

Indeed, apart from the Balkans there has been no full-scale war in Europe for the past 69 years, and there was never the slightest risk that the fighting in the 1990s would spread beyond the borders of former Yugoslavia. Indeed, there was probably never a single day during the 45 years of the Cold War when either side seriously considered attacking the other.

The reason was simple: they knew what would happen next, even if neither side used the thousands of nuclear weapons at its disposal. Twice in thirty years, in 1914-18 and 1939-45, a major war using modern weapons had been fought over almost all of Europe’s territory.

On the first occasion, they lost a generation of young men. The second time, most countries from Germany eastwards lost around ten percent of their populations killed – and most of the casualties that time were civilians. Half of the continent’s great historic cities were reduced to ruins even without the help of nuclear weapons. It was a very expensive education, but the Europeans did finally learn their lesson: don’t do this any more.

That is why, even as Russian tanks drive right

Russia might invade Ukraine, there might even be a new Cold War for a while, but there will be no fighting in Europe beyond Ukraine’s borders up to Ukraine’s eastern borders and the Ukrainian army prepares to die in a fight it knows it would lose, nobody else in Europe is getting ready for war. If the Russians want part or all of Ukraine, they can have it – and pay the long-term price for taking it, which would be very high. But nothing in Europe is worth blowing all of Europe up for.

Do not be alarmed by the fact that troops and planes from as far away as the United States and Canada are currently being sent to NATO countries that have borders with Russia. The numbers are militarily insignificant. Their purpose is simply to remind the Russians that the alliance will protect its own members should Moscow ever decide that it has also a right to “protect” Russianspeakers in Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia.

Moscow does not actually need to be reminded of that. It has seized Crimea, and is toying with the idea of seizing more of Ukraine, precisely because that country does not fall under the NATO umbrella. And it does not belong to NATO because NATO didn’t want to take military responsibility for its defence.

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incompetent, the country as a result is even poorer than it was in Soviet times – and the population in the eastern part of Ukraine is terrified of getting tangled up with the West because it inhabits an industrial museum whose products are only saleable in Russia. What eastern Ukrainians really fear for is their jobs, not their right to speak Russian.

All this was clear twenty years ago, and that’s when NATO decided that Ukraine’s independence would have to depend on Russia’s goodwill, not on NATO’s tanks. And for twenty years Russia more or less respected Ukraine’s independence, while seeking, naturally enough, to ensure that its governments were friendly.

The collapse of the status quo is partly the European Union’s fault, for demanding that Ukraine choose

between closer trade and travel ties with the EU and full membership in Russia’s “Eurasian Union”. It is even more the fault of Moscow: President Vladimir Putin has been both emotional and opportunistic.

He’s scaring people, which is never a good idea.

But if he does take more or even all of Ukraine, the West will not fight him. It will just take in all the Ukrainian refugees, strengthen its eastern defences, and begin the slow process of bringing down Putin by crippling the Russian economy. That would take years, but nobody would forget about Ukraine. It is a UN member, and even China has stopped supporting the Russian position. Remember East Timor.

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

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A 1969 photo of Lorraine Way before she moved to Ponoka to work at the Alberta Hospital — now the Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury.

Nursing educator receives prestigious lifetime award

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Dedication to the field of nursing and educating future nurses has earned Lorrain Way, long time Ponoka resident, a prestigious lifetime award.

Lorraine Way received the Lifetime Achievement Award of the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) for her contributions to the nursing field.

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There were 10 nominees on the list and Way had a mix of emotions when she found out about the award. “I feel very honoured, absolutely thrilled and very

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Somehow Way managed to follow her two loves of helping people and teaching them. Way received her diploma in 1969 in general nursing in Regina, Sask. and then her diploma in advanced psychiatric nursing in 1970.

In an effort to improve her nursing skills, Way traveled to the Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury, then the Alberta Hospital, in what was supposed to be a month, but she ended up staying for many years.

This is where she managed to be a nurse and teach at the same time.

“I had this sense of looking after people, or teaching people,” said Way. She taught nurses at the Alberta Hospital School of Nursing implementing education services. “I love teaching.

I always have,” she stated.

Ponoka County resident Lorraine Way has just It was not until 1977 been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement that Way saw the benefit of Award of the College and Association of Regisnurses standing together for a tered Nurses of Alberta.

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Students at opera

Grateful kids: Grant Jorgenson of Jorgenson Homes presents a $2,000 cheque to the Ponoka Youth Centre to help with the centre’s programs. Here youths thank Jorgenson for the donation.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

and pulley system used to move everycontinued from page 14 Wesner, Josiah Thompson and thing around and how every piece of Courtney Chesterman, all PSC stu- the opera had to be no taller than eight dents, fell in love with their first opera feet to fit in trucks; later they are glued experience and, by their next day of back together. “It was really intricate,” classes, were already convincing those said Wesner. who didn’t attend to make the trip to The three students agree in expethe opera if given the opportunity. riencing the opera, the biggest benefit “It was amazing,” said Chester- to them was the exposure to a different man, who, among others, got teary medium of art than they’re accustomed and emotionally invested in the tragic to. story.

“That’s kind of how it is with art.

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Is your green thumb getting itchy?

It is that fresh and fabulous time of the season when most of us who have ever caught the bug to get down and dirty in our flower beds, gardens, and yards are really in our glory. Although I am now confined to the deck of our condo to keep my green thumb skills in gear, we have already planned to start a few minitomato plants, will add some potted flowers, and can then just sit back in the sunshine with a cool drink and watch them grow. The sure sign that spring has now officially arrived is when that stubborn quack grass starts growing everywhere, the trees are budding, and most everyone is out and about in a joyful mood and wearing a whole lot less clothes than they were in March.

We just returned from Victoria, where we had a great visit with dad and Jean, who are now all settled into their bright and comfortable care home. This was our first April trip out to the island, and we were totally overwhelmed by the thousands of flowers and trees that are currently

in full technicolor bloom, complete with lots of birds, bees, and bugs, as well as far too many noisy seagulls.

Everyone will now be dashing off to the garden centres and greenhouses to stock up on the natural goodies, which, after lots of primping and pruning, will slowly transform their little piece of backyard heaven into a green and colorful paradise. No matter what you may choose, please remember that your yard and garden is all yours.....to enjoy and do with what you wish, while always trying to stay in synch with the neighbours.

Always warm up for your spring sport.

This week the ball, soccer, and tennis players, along with the golfers, and all the rest will be heading out into the green fields to warm up for their exciting spring season of fun with your chosen team, buddies, and families. April can still produce some chilly weather, especially in the evenings, so please try to dress accordingly and limber up slowly so that you don’t throw out an arm,

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Conference Board of Canada’s ideas for changing supply management continued from page 6 beef sectors which have not only failed to grow, but have There is definitely capacity in Canada to produce a seen a steady decline punctuated by several crises over lot more milk. But what kind of export markets could we the past fifteen years, because farmers cannot recover the pursue, what kind of programs would be required to ob- cost of production. tain those markets and what net benefits would there be The CBoC suggests that an export-oriented dairy for various players in the system? system with lower farm gate prices would result in lower Only a small portion of the world’s milk production prices for consumers. In reality, retailers charge what the crosses borders because it is a bulky perishable product. market will bear --New Zealand consumers pay among Most exports depend on subsidies, often obscured as indithe highest prices for dairy in spite of their farmers’ low rect production supports to comply with trade agreements. cost of production.

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Riders with the American Saddlebred Association of Alberta put on their best faces during the group’s Spring Fling last weekend at the ag event centre.

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With a bounce in their step, some of the best-trained horses strutted their stuff during the American Saddlebred Association of Alberta’s (ASAA) Spring Fling last weekend.

For the last three years, the ASAA has brought riders to Ponoka to host competitions that showcase skilled riders and highly trained horses. There are three breeds of horses that are judged at their competitions; Arabian, Morgan and the American Saddlebred, explained Raylene McWade, ASAA treasurer. She says they host three competitions a year at the ag event centre.

“Our mission statement is that we are promoters of our breed,” explained McWade.

She said the oldest breed in North America is the American Saddlebred horse, which was first developed in

1891. McWade says the Saddlebred was originally bred for plantation work in the southern United States. Owners were pleased with its strength and good looks.

“They pulled a wagon on Sunday and could still be fancy enough to go into local shows,” she said.

Judging is an important aspect of the sport as officials must appraise the differences between the three breeds and appreciate how a Morgan fares next to an Arabian. Judges look at traits such as how a horse rides, its temperament and its gait.

These are some of what a judge considers, but McWade said there are also equitation challenges, which puts the focus entirely on the rider.

At these times, a rider must show strong form, suitability to a horse and horsemanship. Having three different breeds at the show has been a means for riders to learn from each other, explained McWade.

“They pulled a wagon on Sunday and could still be fancy enough to go into local shows.”

Raylene McWade, treasurer of the American Saddlebred Association of Alberta

The club has members who will be representing Canada in July at the International Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup in Ashville North Carolina. McWade said their club represents all but one of the riders on the team.

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On Sunday the Locos traveled to Innisfail for an afternoon tilt against the Yetti. They again played well coming away with a 10-8 victory.

Dustin Bell continued his stellar performance in the Innisfail game again with another tally of six goals and three assists to finish the game with nine points. He was followed by Tucker Dougherty with six points, two goals and four assists, and by Braeden Grant with two goals. Trevor Anderson, Brennon Elder, Josh Person, Carson Barnes and Willem Court had one assist each.

The Locos open their home season this coming weekend with games on Saturday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m. against the Okotoks Ice and Sunday, May 4 at 5:00 p.m. with a return match against the Innisfail Yetti. Both games will be played at the Ponoka arena.

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

St. A ends club volleyball season with strong finish

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Club volleyball has finished at St. Augustine Catholic School but not without a fight from two girls teams.

The U15 and U16 Warriors hosted their annual wind-up tournament last weekend with the U15s playing on Saturday and the U16s on Sunday. Coach for the U16 Warriors, Darren Josephison, said that while the teams did not make it to provincials, this was a great opportunity to keep the fighting spirit of the game.

“We were looking for them to play competitive

games,” he said.

The U15 Warriors won in the consolation game and Josephison’s U16s won in their division but that could have gone in a different direction. “There were four teams that were the same as us.”

He said his team played well all day Sunday, which helped them in the overall competition.

“You have to play well at the latter part of the tournament,” explained Josephison.

Coach Kara Schmidt’s U15 Warriors played against four other teams on Saturday and Josephison’s U16 Warriors played against five other teams.

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Junior high students scooped quite a number of gold medals at last Thursday’s (April 24) Wolf Creek North badminton tournament in Lacombe, with promises of more success coming in this week’s zone competition.

Cameron Walsh grabbed the gold in Grade 9 boys singles and Josh Vold took the silver in the same category, securing the top two places for PSC. In the same age group, Justin Hyink and Scott Kebel got the gold in the boys doubles category, with DJ Horne and Max McKinnon clinching the silver.

In Grade 9 mixed doubles, Tess Pearman and Jayden Hagemann claimed victory to wear the gold medals while Sarah Willier did the same in the girls singles In Grade 8 categories Sean Rowland brought home a silver in boys singles while in Grade 7 boys doubles

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Also in Grade 7 with fourth place finishes were Amy Schultz and Morgan Blanchard in girls doubles and Shayla Ennis in girls singles.

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Coaching class aims at developing lasting teaching methods

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Sports coaches are in for an informative coaching class set for May 4 at the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex. For more details call Tamara at the Aquaplex at 403-783-0131.

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determine a player’s overall experience.

“If they shut down, then we have killed the relationship and now we can’t grow,” he stated.

In a sense, the coach creates a team’s culture and Swanson says teachers need to consider what they want their legacy to be.

“I don’t care if you were a losing coach. Were you an activator and generator for the players? Because that’s the end of the story,” stated Swanson.

He says there are four questions that coaches will look at during the class: • Are you focused on the task at hand?

• Can you see the execution of the task?

• Are you using activating words?

• Are you relaxed enough to deal with the stress that’s going to come with that activity?

The class works on coaches teaching athletes of all ages and Swanson uses the Canadian Sport 4 Life model in the program.

It starts at 9:30 a.m. at the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex and costs $10, lunch included. To register call Tamara at the Aquaplex at 403-783-0131. Swanson will provide a list of useful reading materials to coaches.

The course is hosted by the Alberta Sport Development Centre, which provides development for young athletes. Athletes can apply to the centre for support in developing their skills. Call 403-3423231 for more information.

The Buccaneers update in attendance were also able to buy season tickets (half price!) as well as enter into a draw for the The Bucs entered a booth into the Ponoka Bucs Bucket of Booze (which was won by Krista Trade Fair this past weekend. The guys were look- Simanton of Ponoka). ing for potential recruits, new sponsors/partners, On May 10, the team is hosting the first annual and spreading the word for the 2014 season. Those Bucs Day. On this day, the fellas continue their annual “Team up to Tackle Hunger” food drive in the morning in Lacombe (the Bucs have consistently A household name for over raised approximately 3000 pounds of food 40 years. each year).

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Sometimes a coach becomes more than just an instructor, he or she becomes a teacher, a guide and mentor to young athletes with lessons that may shape the rest of their life.

Doug Swanson, a coach and teacher with a wealth of experience developing young athletes, will be instructing a six-hour class May 4 in Ponoka on techniques to hone a coach’s mental ability.

A desire to win changes the coach. “That often times creates a very different human being and yet if we change the focus, we’d probably win more games,” explained Swanson.

His coaching class, called “Getting to FIRST, a Coach’s Guide to Developing Mental Skills” sounds technical, but Swanson wants to show coaches the importance of what he calls “activating” a player.

“I think that you’re (coaches) the crucial element in this puzzle of helping athletes be performers,” said Swanson.

He feels every coach has a story where they have tried to activate a player but used deactivating strategies. “I have made some of those mistakes, too.”

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Jack Dawson Jack was born December 15, 1922 in a log house on the family farm 7 miles east of Bashaw, the youngest of 7 children.

His parents were Robert William and Hannah (Trayer) Dawson. He attended Rockling Bay School until 1933, age 9, then attended Big Timber School for 3 months where “he got a different education because those boys were bigger than he was”. From Big Timber, he transferred back to Rockling Bay School and then on to Bashaw for his High School. In Grade 11, applied to serve in the Air Force.

In April 1941, Jack was called to service. starting in Calgary for training in aero engine mechanics, then in August 1941 to Edmonton to learn how to march, then to St Thomas Ontario for a 3 month engine course. He was posted to a station in Manitoba for training of flight crews as bomb aimers and machine gun operators.

Jack put in for overseas on February 8, 1943 and was transferred to Halifax where he and 7000 other troops boarded the ship to cross the Atlantic. Six days later, they arrived in Scotland after seeing the beautiful White Cliffs of Dover along their way. A train ride to southern England later, the troops were dispersed throughout England. Jack was stationed with G crew 428 squadron , Canadian Bomber Command, one of 12 such Canadian stations.

Jack loaded bombs on the huge Canadian built Lancaster Bombers. They held up to 8 tons of bombs each and 2154 gallons of high octane gasoline. The area that Jack was posted to was approx 400 acres of land filled with planes, each valued at $1 million.

The planes usually bombed at night and when they returned to the station, used only minimal landing lights. Many times, Jack rode a bicycle, holding a flashlight to guide the Lancaster bomber planes to their designated location. Pay for Jack in the services was $1.30 per day.

Jack was quoted as saying “I wouldn’t have missed serving in the Air Force for anything” Jack was discharged from the service on September 25, 1945. After his discharge, Jack hauled gas, working for Ray Whitney at a service station for a while. He hauled cream for one season, working for the Hameister Brothers then on to work as a grain buyer for 5 years at Dorenlee. He married Mavis Hansen on August 20, 1946. Children Robin 1947 and Bob 1948 were born in Camrose while Jack and Mavis were living at Dorenlee.

When Jack and Mavis were at the Dorenlee elevators, they rented an acreage at Dorenlee from Albert Pierson and raised cattle, had a team of horses and some machinery.

They purchased one quarter of land called the “Marshall place”, where son Bob now lives. In 1957 Lori was born and in 1958 the family purchased another quarter of land from Charlie Gabrielson and moved to the farm site that Jack and Mavis would continue to live at until their farm sale in 1993. (The farm sale was on the same day as grandson Shelby was born). With the purchase of two more quarters of land , the farm was complete. In 1960, son Lindsay was born.

Jacks pride and joy were his Hereford cattle and his John Deere farm equipment.

Retirement for Jack did not mean slowing down, however. He was always busy working in the yard or going for long daily walks right up until 2 or 3 years ago. His macular degeneration did not slow him down either, he learned how to cope with his vision loss and one would have never guessed he had vision problems.

Jack passed away on April 15, 2014 in Bashaw at the age of 91 years. Jack will be lovingly remembered by his wife Mavis; children Robin Scott (Warren) of Kelowna, Robert “Bob” Dawson of Bashaw, Lori Elliott (Don) of Ponoka, and J. Lindsay Dawson of Meeting Creek; grandchildren Debora Jarvis (Steve), Darren Scott (Cori), Shane Dawson (Nicole), Jackie Seide (Danny), Christopher Riddle, Tiffany Riddle, Laurissa Bolduc (John), Amanda Dawson, and Shelby Dawson; and great-grandchildren Matthew, Kaitlin, Haleigh, Samuel, Joshua, Kylar, Vanessa, Joel, Claire, Liam, and Amelia. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Hannah Dawson and six siblings.

A Funeral Service was held at the Bashaw United Church on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014 with the Interment Service following at the Bashaw Cemetery. Memorial Donations are gratefully accepted to the Alzheimers Society of Alberta, the C.N.I.B. or any charity of your choice.

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

Arrangements Entrusted to BASHAW FUNERAL HOME ~ A Wombold Family Funeral Home ~

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Michael Saley Michael Saley was born on October 3, 1937 in Mirror, Alberta and passed away on April 23, 2014 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital at the age of 76 years.

He will be lovingly remembered by his soul mate Elaine; son Michael (Maria) of Calgary; special “daughter” Sandra Foster of Red Deer; brother-in-law Dr. James Wright (Elaine); nieces Dr. Tamara Wright, Michelle and Lisa; as well as very dear friends. He was predeceased by his brother Ken and daughter Teresa. A Funeral Service will be held at the Ponoka Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2, 2014. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Ponoka Fish and Game Association.

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

Arrangements Entrusted To PONOKA FUNERAL HOME ~ A Wombold Family Funeral Home ~

HEER Lyle Barry Sept. 28, 1951-Apr. 17, 2014 On April 17 Lyle lost his battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. Lyle will be forever remembered by his common-law wife Della and her son Jamie Drews (Shelley); his mom Mary; his brother John; uncle Gus; and his cousins. He was predeceased by his father John and brother Jerry. Lyle had a love for old cars and trucks which he took apart and then put back together running. He also loved sledding in the mountains in BC. Lyle also drove water truck for many years for oil rigs and making ice roads. Lyle will be missed by many of his friends of which he had plenty and will be fondly remembered by them as well. Lyle’s family would like to say thank you to Dr. Chan and the Hospital Staff in Ponoka for all the care that they gave Lyle and his loved ones. Thank you again. To express condolences to Lyle’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements Entrusted to PONOKA FUNERAL HOME ~ A Wombold Family Funeral Home ~

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McFARLANE Robert 1949 - 2014 Bob McFarlane of Gleniffer Lake Resort, Red Deer County, AB, formerly of Olds and Ponoka, AB, passed away suddenly at home April 20, 2014 at the age of 65 years. Born in Glasgow, Scotland to Robert and Agnes (Wallace) McFarlane, Bob was the dearly loved husband of Margaret (Jardine) McFarlane, and beloved Dad of R. David McFarlan (Jodie) of Vancouver, BC, and Debbie McFarlane of Olds, AB. Much-loved Grandpa of Ella and Phoebe. Dearest son-in-law of Helen Jardine, formerly of Ponoka, AB and now of Villa Marie in Red Deer, AB. Bob is also survived by three sisters, Jean (Graham) Reed of Red Deer; Isabelle (Kirby) Ward of Blackfalds; and Betty (Melvin) Reid of Edmonton, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Bob was a First-class Power Engineer and when he retired, was Plant Superintendent at Harmattan Gas Plant. He was an avid golfer and excellent woodworker. He loved to make wooden toys, games and puzzles for his beautiful granddaughters. At Bob’s request, there will be no funeral service. Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to the wonderful organization that provides support and accommodation for his daughter Debbie and many other developmentally disabled persons, Accredited Supports to the Community, P. O. Box 3940, Olds, AB. T4H 1P6, or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.Heartland FuneralServices.com.

HEARTLAND FUNERAL SERVICES, LTD., Innisfail, AB, entrusted with arrangements.

Phone: 403-227-0006.

Feb. 4, 1922 - Apr. 21, 2014 Rose Stang passed away peacefully at the Ponoka Hospital at the age of 92. Rose was born to Anton and Philomena Rissling in Macklin, Saskatchewan. She was the youngest of five children. Rose married Elmer Stang in 1946 and they farmed in the Ferrybank and Usona districts until 1990 when they retired to Ponoka. Rose is survived by her children Donna (Bob) Smith, Brent† (Debi) and Margo Stang (Gordon), grandchildren Rhonda (Dale) Girard, Colleen (Kevin) Halwa, Tara Smith, Ben Stang and Veronica Stang, and great-grandchildren Emily and Dryden Girard, and Nicholas and Kennedy Halwa. She was predeceased by her husband Elmer in 2004, sisters Ludwina (William) Schlosser, Margaret (Mike) Leibel, and Mary (John) Kudel, brother Mike (Kay) Rissling, and grandson Samuel Stang. A Prayer Vigil will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Ponoka on Monday, May 5, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Ponoka on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the Forest Home Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta or to a charity of your choice.

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

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PONOKA Farmer’s Market First market of the Season!

Wednesday, May 7 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Ponoka Arena Curling Rink

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POKER RALLY Sunday, May 4 at Scott School Weather permitting Breakfast: 9 - 11 am Registration: 10 am

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FERNE’S FASHIONS A unique clothing store on Hwy 795 north of Falun on the way to Pigeon Lake. In business since 1998 expanded to a 2000 sq. ft. store. Offering many clothing lines from casual to dress wear. Most made in Canada and US. Reg/Plus sizes. New spring/summer styles and colors arriving daily. For a fun personal shopping experience come and see us!

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Annual General Meeting Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at 7:30 pm At Ponoka County Office • •

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All members and newcomers are welcome Support the PRCWA Help keep our area crime free Membership fees are due Contact for info: Marj at 403-783-6966

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SUMMER STUDENT POSITION Recreation Therapy Aide/Housekeeping/Maintenance Preference to Students in or entering a post-secondary Recreation program.

Full Time (40 hrs/week) Approx. May 1-August 31, 2014 Apply in writing to: Angela Fillinger or Tosha Serle Ph: 403-783-4764 Fax: 403-783-6420 recreation@northcottcarecentre.com Applicants selected for interview only shall be contacted.

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

• New/Used Sales Manager • Assistant Sales Manager Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package.

We offer salary plus commission.

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

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RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUAL TO PROVIDE COMPANIONSHIP TO AN ELDERLY GENTLEMAN.

Duties to include some housekeeping, cooking and transportation needs.

Applicant must provide up to date criminal records check and current drivers abstract.

Interested persons can call 403-877-6079, please leave message if no answer or email gweb2@telus.net

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BODY CONNECTIONS - †HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER IS HIRING! Are u professional, motivated and interested in wholistic health &†love social media!† We are looking for a self motivated, friendly, outgoing receptionist!† 403-843-6768 body_connections @hotmail.com

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LINE LOCATOR ASSISTANT First Aid, H2S and PSTS, valid driver’s licence req’d.

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CAMERON BAY HOLDINGS INC. o/a McDonald’s in Red Deer Gasoline Alley East and West is now hiring F/T & P/T Food Service Supervisors.

Wages are $12.50 to $13.50/hr, depending on experience and availability. Candidates must be able to work a variety of shifts and have 3 to 5 yrs. previous experience in fast food and supervisor exp. Must be able to supervise crew of up to 20 people at one time. Part time applications will be accepted from Canadians and Permanent Residents currently living in Canada.

Apply in person at 37479 or 37428 Hwy 2, Red Deer, or email resume to: cbay22@telus.net or fax to 403-783-4251.

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CAMERON Bay Holdings DO YOU LIKE WORKING GM DEALER REQUIRES CUSTOM MUFFLER Inc. operating as with animals? Do you want 3rd/4th/Journeyman Techs.

Looking for apprentice or MCDONALD’S to be part of a successful GM/Diesel experience an journeyman mechanic.

RESTAURANTS, team? Red Willow Pork asset. Competitive wages, Pipe bending skills would in Central Farm is now accepting full benefits. be a great asset. Wages Alberta, is now hiring applications for SWINE Email resume to: depend on exp. Going donheeg2003@yahoo.ca FULL TIME TECHNICIANS, offering concern shop. Fax Food Counter Attendants. competitive wages, a very or fax to 780-645-3564. resume to:403-346-9909 PART TIME Attention: Don. or drop off at 2410 50 Ave. good health plan, quarterly applications will be bonuses and quarterly free No phone calls please.

Phone 403-346-7911 accepted from Canadian pork incentive. Fax resume Smyl Motors, St. Paul, Alberta. and Permanent Residents with references to DAIRY equipment supplier currently living in Canada.

1-855-499-3953 or email Something for Everyone looking for a detail oriented Basic duties include rwp@cciwireless.ca Everyday in Classifieds PARTS PERSON/ making food and serving LABOURER customers. All stores are Strong computer skills and We want to 24 hours, except Stettler, clean Class 5 req. which has extended late hear from you!

Competitive wage and night hours and applicants benefi ts package. Email must be willing to work resume: lindsay@ flexible shifts, including prolineinc.ca evening, weekends and nights shifts. Students, stay home moms, retired persons, we offer part time flexibility to fit your lifestyle, Professionals as well as scholarship programs for students.

Wages range from $10.25 to 11.00 per hour and we will train. Benefits are included and we offer opportunities for advancement. Apply in person at any of the following locations: Ponoka ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER 4419 Hwy 2A; Lacombe Ponoka is an attractive and progressive community where people of all ages enjoy a balance 5510 Hwy 2A, Red Deer Gasoline Alley at 37479 between the rural and urban lifestyles. Boasting one of Alberta’s lowest utility and tax Hwy 2 and 37428 Hwy 2 structures, Ponoka offers competitive infrastructure, excellent transportation route access, and Stettler at 4721A 70th a skilled workforce, along with affordable residential, farm, industrial and commercial Street or on line at properties. Nestled in the picturesque Battle River Valley and directly off the Queen Elizabeth cbay22@telus.net or fax resume to 403-783-4251 II Highway, the community of Ponoka is home to approximately 7,000 residents and employs about 80 staff on an operating budget of $15 million.

TOO MUCH STUFF? The Economic Development Officer ensures that the approved Economic Development Let Classifieds help you sell it.

Business Plan is implemented within the specified resources and budget process. The EDO will also be directly involved in the Town’s marketing, tourism, and promotion.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of the CAO and closely with the Chair Sales & and members of the Ponoka Economic Development Board on the economic development, Distributors tourism and marketing for the Town of Ponoka. The EDO responsibilities include:

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HOME BUILDING CENTRE, Red Deer - Seeking experienced salespeople (contractor desk); also Project Estimator.

Building supplies knowledge a must.

Wage commensurate with experience. Email resume: rob@executivehbc.com.

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Business Retention, Expansion, and Attraction Tourism Development and Marketing Development of Marketing Strategies for the Town Administration for the Economic Development Board

The position requires frequent attendance at meetings of Council, the Economic Development Board, as well as the various committees of the EDB. The successful applicant for this out of scope position will have a University Degree in Business, Marketing or Economic Development with at least 5 years’ experience in Marketing and/or Economic Development. Equivalencies may be considered.The individual must have strong verbal and written communication skills, experience in team building and facilitation, as well as strong research, planning, and coordination skills.

A competitive salary and benefit package is available for the right individual.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, references and salary expectations in confidence by email to hr@ponoka.org.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. For more information on the position and on the community of Ponoka please visit www.ponoka.ca.

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Ponoka is an attractive and progressive community where people of all ages enjoy a balance between the rural and urban lifestyles. Boasting one of Alberta’s lowest utility and tax structures, Ponoka offers competitive infrastructure, excellent transportation route access, a skilled workforce, along with affordable residential, farm, industrial and commercial properties. Nestled in the picturesque Battle River Valley and directly off the Queen Elizabeth II Highway, the community of Ponoka is home to approximately 7,000 residents and employs about 80 staff on an operating budget of $15 million.

Ponoka Town Council is looking for a dynamic and vibrant individual to lead Ponoka into the future. Ideally, we are seeking a visionary individual with the skills to develop and implement a plan to improve existing services and position the Town for the growth of the future.

The successful candidate will work closely with Council and lead the senior management team to implement policy, develop short and long range plans, develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders and ensure the organization is managed effectively.

Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proven track record of moving organizations forward are essential to the position. Post-secondary education in a relevant field and 10 years of senior management experience is required. A National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration Program (NACLAA) designation is an asset. Equivalencies may be considered.

You will be a proven leader or executive with broad experience in the public or private sector. Strong change management skills will be equally useful to help the organization achieve improved service delivery and organizational effectiveness.

A competitive salary and benefit package is available for the right individual.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, references and salary expectations in confidence by email to hr@ponoka.org.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. For more information on the position and on the community of Ponoka please visit www.ponoka.ca.

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EVRAZ Red Deer is accepting applications for JOURNEYMAN RED SEAL MILLWRIGHTS & ELECTRICIANS to work at our pipe making facility in Red Deer, Alberta.

Individuals must be at least 18 years of age, safety conscious, able to work overtime and shift work, and able to perform some heavy lifting.

All selected applicants will be required to attend and pass a medical/physical assessment, as well as drug and alcohol screening arranged by EVRAZ Red Deer.

Wages range from $32.68 to $35.40/hr. In addition; employees are eligible for shift premiums, performance, attendance and safety bonuses. Evraz offers an excellent benefit and pension package.

Applications may be completed in person at the Security office; 27251 Township Road 391, Red Deer, AB, or resumes can be emailed to reddeerhr@evrazna.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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SHOP/PARTS PERSON

Full-Time Pay for Part-Time Work!

Qualification Desired:

Class 2 Operators License with a satisfactory Drivers Abstract and Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check.

The responsibilities will include ordering and organizing parts, data entry, record keeping and general shop duties. Reporting directly to the operations manager, the individual will have excellent communication skills, organized and general computer knowledge. Some training will be provided, but must have some general trucking and parts background.

Excellent wages and company benefits

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NOW HIRING

Please submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 E-mail: hr@calnashtrucking.com (Attn: Shop/Parts Person)

We offer:

• Well maintained buses with automatic transmissions • Bus compounds in Ponoka and Wetaskiwin

Boston Pizza PONOKA is looking for motivated and energetic people to work in a fast-paced and fun environment! So whether you’re looking to build a career in the restaurant business or in search of a flexible schedule, we’ve got the right opportunity for you!

IN PONOKA requires an immediate

School Bus Drivers Regular Routes and Spare Driver Positions Available

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CALNASH TRUCKING LTD

Required Immediately IN Ponoka, has immediate openings for SWAMPERS Please submit resumes to 6526 - 44 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 or Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com MAINTENANCE PERSON Large swine facility requires maintenance person. Someone capable of plumbing, welding, minor electrical & groundskeeping will be given consideration. Exp. in all areas is not necessary, but a general pride of the overall appearance & operation of the facility is mandatory. Excellent wage & benefit plan to the successful candidate.

Fax resume with references to 1-855-499-3953 or email rwp@cciwireless.ca SERVICE DEPARTMENT Personnel required.

Busy expanding Chrysler dealership 40 minutes from Edmonton looking for individuals to fill the following positions: (2) Journeyman Automotive Service Technicians.

Flat rate system; wages commensurate with training level and experience; Chrysler experience preferred but not essential; apprentices considered and (1) Accessory Installation Technician. Installation of all types of factory and/or aftermarket accessories on new vehicles, proficient with electrical systems, wages to commensurate with experience. Apply in person or in writing to: Brown’s Chrysler Ltd., 10447 - 104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4.

1-888-349-5566. Fax 1-780-349-6493. Attention: Dale Marshall or email: dfm@brownschrysler.com.

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COOKS (full & part time) SERVERS MANAGERS HOSTESSES DISHWASHERS DELIVERY DRIVERS

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No Phone calls please.

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Please apply in person with a resume in hand or apply online at bostonpizza.com Attention Natalie Reglin or Dany Nalewaja

Now Hiring

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• CONCRETE MIXER DRIVERS

Minimum Class 3 with air.

• CONCRETE PUMP OPERATOR

NOW HIRING IMMEDIATELY! Full & Part-time Staff Wages negotiable and benefits available.

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

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Manager, Business Services Wetaskiwin, Alberta – If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to further your business career by working for a fast growing family owned business, this job is tailored just for you! Responsible for providing general business services within Magnum Mechanical Systems Ltd. including internal business development and services, leading the company’s human resources and safety programs, responsible for processing the company’s bi-weekly payroll, and providing ongoing support to the Service Team, you continuously look for opportunities to make internal business improvements, processes and best practices to enhance the company’s effectiveness and help achieve the company’s business goals and priorities.

Qualifications: Related business degree or diploma. 7 – 10 years of progressively responsible business experience. Must have some work experience in processing payroll. Equivalencies will be considered.

CUTTINGEDGE TIRE RECYCLING LP IN PONOKA COUNTY

is expanding its operations and is now hiring

SUPERVISORS AND MACHINE / EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Experience in fabrication and manufacturing will be considered a strong asset.

Sungold Specialty Meats Ltd. Located in Innisfail Alberta is currently recruiting for the following positions:

• Labourers • • Meat Butchers/Cutters •

Please submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of Barb Ganske, Controller via Email: barb.ganske@magnummechanical.ca or by mail to: Magnum Mechanical Systems Ltd. Attention: Barb Ganske, Controller P.O. Box 6544, Wetaskiwin, AB, T9A 2G2 Closing Date for this Competition is: Friday, May 16, 2014.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for Magnum Mechanical Systems Ltd, however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are looking for team players, willing and able to work in both slaughter and fabrication depts.

We offer full-time, year round employment, competitive wages and employee health benefits.

Previous experience in the food industry, meat processing an asset but not necessary. We provide on the job training.

If interested, please contact: Michael Haworth mhaworth@cuttingedgerubber.com Tel: 780-455-9350 ext. 2 Cell: 780-499-2029 Fax: 780-452-5666

Competitive wages starting @ $14.25/hr with the potential to earn $19.50/hr plus performance related bonus potential.

Steady year round employment and job rotation.

Full benefits program including registered pension plan.

For more information or to apply you can: Visit our website @ www.sungoldmeats.com Fax: 403-227-1661 Attn: Ashley Ford HR Coordinator In person @ 4312-51 Street Innisfail, Alberta T4G-1A3 Email: ashley.ford@sungoldmeats.com

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MÉTIS CANADIAN YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM 12345

Rupertsland Institute in partnership with Katimavik are seeking 4 male & 4 female Métis youth interested in volunteering, leadership and learning to learn, travel,enhance your leadership skills and earn a wage!

Application Deadline: June 1, 2014.

Call: 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca

Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

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STENHOUSE ACADEMIC Express CONSTRUCTION ADULT EDUCATION is looking for experienced AND TRAINING Heavy Equipment Operators and Class 1 Truck Drivers SPRING START for upcoming summer projects. Must have all • GED Preparation oilfield related tickets.

PETROFIELD Industries, Darrel 780-837-0617. the Leader in manufacturing Would you like to take the Bryan 780-837-0476.

Hydrovac trucks, is accepting GED in your community? resumes for the following Email: stenhouseconstruction @hotmail.com. positions: • Red Deer * General Labourers • Rocky Mtn. House * Industrial Painters • Rimbey Business * Sandblasters • Hanna * Material Handler Opportunities • Drumheller * Automotive Electrical • Innisfail Technician GET FREE • Paintearth * Journeyman Welder / VENDING MACHINES. • Drayton Valley Apprentice Can earn $100,000. + per * 2nd Yr Welder with year. All cash-retire Gov’t of Alberta Funding Aluminum experience in just 3 years. Protected may be available. territories. Full details call Visit our website at: now 1-866-668-6629.

403-340-1930 www.tornadotrucks.com Website: www.tcvend.com www.academicexpress.ca for more details. Our Company has an enthusiastic fast paced Misc. working environment, with advancement possibilities Help for the motivated person, and offers an excellent Gull Lake benefit package. fax 403-742-5544 Golf Course Family owned and e-mail: hr@petrofield.com Hiring Seasonal operated since 1974, Trail Appliances is one of Employees SHUNDA the leading independent (May – Sept.) appliance retailers in CONSTRUCTION Part Full Time.

Western Canada.

Requires Full Time Trail offers excellent Carpenters For either clubhouse training & a competitive & 2nd to 4th Yr. staff or course compensation & benefit plan.

Apprentices We are currently looking to maintenance staff.

Competitive Wages expand our workforce at & Benefits. our Red Deer location Must be 18 years of Fax resumes & ref’s to: 2823 Bremner Ave. age or older.

403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca Service Coordinator

870

880

Truckers/ Drivers

860

FREIGHTLAND CARRIERS, a tri-axle air ride flatdeck carrier is looking for Owner/Operators to run Alberta only or 4 Western Provinces. Average gross $18 - 20,000/month.

1-800-917-9021.

Email: ed@freightland.ca.

Drop Resume off at Gull Lake Golf Course.

Contract Sales Administrator

Contact Eamon or Carla McCann 403-843-3322

Customer Service Representative-P/T

FULL-TIME TRUCK DRIVER-TRACK HOE AND CAT OPERATORS WANTED. Experience in operating equipment, loading & unloading all types of equipment. Competitive wages & benefits.

Must have all tickets.

Resident of Whitecourt an asset. Please fax resume to 780-778-2444.

Trail is always looking FULL TIME CUSTOMER for people who want SERVICE CASHIER opportunities to grow, take Wanted for fast paced initiative and work well Convenience Store, within a team environment.

Gas Bar. If you are looking for a $11.00/hr starting, challenging and rewarding shift work including days, career with Trail Appliances, afternoons, evenings and please submit your resume weekends. Must be 18 yrs and cover letter stating the or older and has own position you are applying transportation, for to: reddeerjobs some computer experience @trail-appliances.com preferred. Health Benefits or by fax: (403)342-7168. after 90 days.

We thank all interested Apply within or by email at applicants; only those burntlkstore@telus.net. chosen for an interview NO PHONE CALLS please. will be contacted. Security BURNT LAKE checks will be conducted GENERAL STORE, on successful candidates.

HWY 11 WEST Red Deer.

Misc.

Services

Misc.

Services

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Squeezthee MOST out of your advertising dollars Place your ad in this newspaper and12345 province wide $ with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...

995 plus GST/HST

Value Ad Network

Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association toll free 1-800-282-6903 x228 email andrea@awna.com or visit this community newspaper

“Doors Open” April 28 12345

Extend the reach of your print ad.

Introducing career ads online

Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235

Misc.

Help

880

INTERESTED IN THE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER BUSINESS? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you.

Post your resume online.

FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284 RIVER FLY FISHING GUIDE. Avid fly fisher, jet and drift boats experience an asset.

Remote lodge in BC. Email resume and references to: tsylos@tsylos.com.

Employment Training

900

EMPLOYERS CAN’T FIND the work-at-home Medical Transcriptionists they need in Canada! Get the training you need to fill these positions. Visit CareerStep.ca/MT to start training for your work-at-home career today!

LEARN FROM HOME. Earn from home.

Huge demand for CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates.

Start your online learning today with CanScribe Career College; www.canscribe.com.

1-800-466-1535; info@canscribe.com.

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Services

Business Services #1000 - #1430

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.

Misc.

Services

1290

DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service.

No one refused!

Low monthly rate!

Calling features and 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.

1290

NEW BABY

At Your House?

It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon hostess.

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

Personal Services

1315

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

AG EQUIPMENT

Unplanned pregnancy may be difficult to face.

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

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

1-877-297-9883.

Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies.

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

Pet Services

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

1318

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

Al York

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

Rimbey, AB

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

403-783-6272

Personal Services

1315

TOP REAL PSYCHICS Live. Accurate readings 24/7. Call now 1-877-342-3036; Mobile dial: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca

Misc.

Services

YOUR PAPER!

850

RECYCLE

Trades

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www.clinkerskennels.ca

GET YOUR BUSINESS OUT THERE

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Services

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New Appliances Needed?

New, dependable, affordable Inglis & Whirlpool household appliances.

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

403-783-4880 TRIPLE CLICKS W3 WAVES 3 JOIN THE WAVE TODAY AND RECEIVE: 5 FREE Monthly TCredits! (a $59.40 annual value)

SKIDSTEER SERVICES

SHERBA SKIDSTEER SERVICES • Snow Removal • Commercial & Residential • General Bobcat Service Reliable | Efficient | Great Service

587-729-0299

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

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

50 FREE Monthly Member Rewards Points!

FREE Song-of-the-Month download!

Win $100’s in our weekly cash drawings!

Earn unlimited additional TCredits!

Exclusive member specials and more!

Join today at TripleClicks.com/w3 Benefits subject to change

Free Stuff Every Month

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30

PER WEEK

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BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

Rental Misc

1350

BOBCAT SERVICE

Need RV or Self Storage?

• Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction

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

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

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

OVERHEAD DOORS

Travel

1385

Travel

1385

CRIMINAL RECORD? Pardon Services Canada.

Established 1989.

Confidential, fast & affordable. A+BBB rating.

RCMP accredited.

Employment & travel freedom. Free consultation 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); RemoveYourRecord.com.

Yard Care

First Call Towing

1430

THE ROTOTILLER GUY Garden Rototilling & Yard Prep. 403-597-3957 We change daily to serve you better.

783-3636 5407 - 36 Ave., Wetaskiwin. (708)

387-5553

Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!

Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

www.doorsondemand.ca

1370

Roofing

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

Roofing

1370

ROY’S ROOFING & SIDING • RooÀng • Siding • SofÀt • Fascia • Windows • Doors

403-740-6081 BOTTLE DEPOT

Welding

PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT

1410

Welding

1410

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 SALES & SERVICE

• 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

Motorcycles & ATV’s Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm

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

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

30

$

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

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

Auctions

1530

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A NEXT ANTIQUE SALE Sun. May 4, 1 pm WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listing

Well Drilling

1400

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View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

www.1800bigiron.com

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DENTISTRY

RIMBEYDENTALCARE

COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 7th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 9 - 10, Indoors Convention Center Grey Eagle Casino.

Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve.

All makes & models welcome.

Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com.

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

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

MEIER-2 DAY CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK AUCTION. Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 11 a.m. both days.

6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton.

Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

UNRESERVED CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Sat., May 3, 9 a.m., Redwater.

Selling tractors, combines, tillage; 2 heavy harrows; grain cart; 3 winch trucks; 25 flat deck trailers; D7G Cat; 3 backhoes; 5 Hi-way trucks; 5 forklifts; 2 gravel trucks; 60� tree spade truck; 10 RV’s; 25 pick-ups; 15 new Kubota Diesels; 20 golf carts, quads, boats, huge amount of good misc, approx., 2500 lots.

View online: www.prodaniukauctions.com WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Consignment Auction.

May 3, 10 a.m. in Cheadle, Alberta.

Farm equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, RVs, etc.

Consign now!

Phone 403-669-1109; www.wheatlandauctions.com

Building Supplies

1550

CONCRETE forming equipment Dura-Form 4’ x 2’, 5’x2’, 7’x2’, 8’ x 2’, lots of inside corners and fillers, most of forms are in cages. To view call Randy 403-843-1099 cell 587-679-2334. For pics and detailed equipt. list email: thepelletiers@ xplornet.ca METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices!

Largest colour selection in Western Canada.

Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations.

40 Year Warranty.

Call 1-888-263-8254.

STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

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

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

Firewood

1660

LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

Garden Supplies

1680

BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $35 each.

Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee: $75 - $125/order.

Quality guaranteed.

403-820-0961

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

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC

PUBLIC AUCTION. City of Cold Lake: Equipment, trucks, Bobcat, shop items, etc.

1515 - 16 St., Cold Lake, Alberta.

May 3, Saturday, 11 a.m.

Scribner Auction, 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet.com.

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

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

Auctions

PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

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

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

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

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•

5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

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

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

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

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 HEATING

“Committed to your comfort�

Robin Esau

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

robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Garden Supplies

1680

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30).

Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries.

Free shipping.

Replacement guarantee.

1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.

Household Appliances

Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

1760

EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com.

Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. SAWMILLS from only $4,397.

Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.

Auctions

1930

WANTED: Old tube audio equipment. 40 years or older. Amplifiers, stereo, recording and theatre sound equipment.

Hammond organs. Any condition, no floor model consoles. Call toll free 1-800-947-0393.

1710

18’ FRIDGE, Inglis, $300; Stove, Inglis self clean; $275; Dishwasher, Roper $100. Washer & dryer, Sears front loader, SOLD. All white & 3.5 yrs. old.

403-783-8060

Misc. for Sale

Wanted To Buy

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Agricultural #2000 - #2290

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

Farm Equipment

2010

40’ BOURGAULT, 5710 AIR DRILL, 9.8 spacing, 4” steel packers, good cond.

780-877-2339, 877-2326

Farm Equipment

2010

2100

FASTER IN THE FIELD! Get more work done faster and save on fuel.

Chip Tuning Safely gives you 15% more power. AG equipment, semis.

1-888-920-1351; Dieselservices.com.

BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN, ERSKINE, AB. 40, two year old virgin bulls for sale at the farm.

Fully guaranteed.

Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825, Terry 403-740-5037 Ricky 403-740-5711. email bardale@xplornet.com BLACK ANGUS YEARLING BULLS ALSO HERD SIRES, TOMBOY & JACK .

Quiet disposition, quality genetics & semen tested.

Vaccinated. George Lane 403-885-5732 or FLEXI-COIL 6000 AIR Ross Lane 403-860-2973 DRILL, 40’, 3450 TBH tank, FOR SALE. double shoot, 7.5” spacing, Simmeron Simmentals, rubber packer wheels. All fullblood full Fleckvieh new discs, bearings, air hoses - 2 yrs ago. Shedded yearling bulls, polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, & unused for 2 seasons. very quiet, muscled. $60,000 obo. 403-784-3633 Website: or 403-304-2266 simmeronranch.ca.

Start your career!

Martin 780-913-7963.

See Help Wanted PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered.

Livestock Vicwin Farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.

REGISTERED Yearling Red and Black Angus For Sale Bulls. Various bw’s, born Jan./Feb. quiet, semen Registered Yearlings tested & delivered. $2500.

Also: Unregistered Yearling Red Angus Heifer Bulls, born Apr. light bw’s, quiet & semen tested $1800.

Darrell & Lorraine Davidson, Lougheed 780-888-1374, (780) 780-888-1087 Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds

2100

20 Bulls Black Angus Call Jim

387-6050

Horses

1530

2140

Houses/ Duplexes

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

3020

GREIG HOLDINGS INC

PROPERTIES FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL 3 bdrm apartment above Commercial Bldg. c/w fridge, stove. $950 /mo plus power. N/S N/P Available immediately 2 bedroom smaller house c/w fridge and stove, washer and dryer, $800.00/mo plus utilities. N/S Available immediately.

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

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

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES 3000 sq ft retail type property on Chipman Ave. 1200 sq ft office building on 50th Street 1200 retail space on 50th Street

Contact Ernie Anderson at GREIG HOLDINGS INC. @ 403-783-8580 Bay 6, 5012 50 Street, Ponoka, Alberta Suites

3060

for Charles Donald

Saturday, May 10 • 10am - 5pm Sunday, May 11 • 10am - 4pm Acreage equipment, lawn & garden supplies, wide variety of tools and contractor supplies. Original artwork and other misc. items.

Cash Only 255004 Township Rd 432 Directions: Hwy 53W, North on Cementary Road, corner of 1st intersection

1760

WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR? ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING.

12345 Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace.

Steel containers from 8' to 53'.

20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.

780 440 4037 | SEACAN.COM

Grain, Feed Hay

3912 - 66 St, Ponoka www.wcmltd.ca

403.783.3501 wcmltd@telus.net

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 VETERINARY SERVICES

Bovine Veterinary Services On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services Ultrasound-aided ReproducƟve Programs CETA CerƟĮed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer

Phone 403-391-1684 Dr. Bruce Wine

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2190

FORAGE SEED FOR SALE. Organic and conventional.

Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free delivery!

Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-863-2900.

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 LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE, Come see us at: 4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED! 403-782-3333 Dealer of Masterfeeds

Seed Grain

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair

Herd Health

WE BUY HORSES: broke, un-broke, or unwanted.

Jerry Dodds 403-783-0303

ESTATE SALE

Misc. for Sale

Livestock

2200

BRIGHT’S SEED FOR SALE Wheat-Cert. Harvest HRS/Foremost CPS Barley-Cert. Copeland/ Cowboy/Coalition Oats-Seed Oats. Call 780-855-2240/780-678-6329 CERTIFIED SEED FOR SALE. Busby Barley, Stride Oats, Jordan Oats.

Guaranteed, fully tested.

MAGIC SEED FARM Greg Jones 403-783-6495 or 403-704-6277 WHEAT HRS: CDC GO, Park. Wheat winter: Norstar. Barley: Sundre.

Canola: Early One. Oat: AC Mustang. Other kinds and varieties avail.

Grasses and forages.

Lyster Farms LTD Stettler, AB. 403-742-4456

DELUXE 2 BR SUITES FOR RENT 4205 - 64 St., Ponoka, AB Includes: Fridge, Stove, Fireplace, Air Conditioning, Window Coverings, Oak Cabinetry with Corian Countertops, Balcony, High Security Card Locks, All Utilities except Telephone.

Quiet Adult Complex, Age 40+, No Pets, Special Spring Rental Rates!

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 VETERINARY SERVICES

Call ERNIE at 780-335-6767

Suites

3060

Bright main level suite

For rent in Ponoka near the Centennial Centre • Available June • Completely private 850 sq ft with1 bdrm, 1 bath suite . Living room & kitchen/dining room • Washer/dryer and Internet included • Adequate parking • $875/month, plus DD & utilities • No pets • Ideal for student or couple

Call 780-898-7290

Reached a Milestone?

1.877.223.3311

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. Patricia Kelly

Reaching 6000 households weekly

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

Garage Space

Seed Grain

3150

COMMERCIAL

BAYS

FOR RENT 34’Lx16’W with 16’ high ceiling. Suitable for Truckers, Farmers, Boaters, Contractors, or Anyone needing Secure, Heated Storage.

SPECIAL SPRING RATES! Call ERNIE at 780-335-6767

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

LittleJONS’

BUYING OR SELLING? Try

Classifieds!

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

Serving Central Today!

Alberta Book On-Line

403.783.8322

www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

30

$

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311 TREE SERVICE

BEST PRICE TREE SERVICE

403.783.3311 Rooms For Rent

• Topping • Dropping • Slashing • Stump Grinding & Tree Disposal • Tree Chipping FREE Estimates | Fully Insured

403.396.7623

3020

MAIN floor of newer house in Ponoka, 2 bdrms, 2 bath, laundry/storage in bsmt., includes appls, curtains, parking, shed, firepit, yard care and snow shovelling by owner, n/s, small pets, avail. May 23, $1400/mo. share utils., $700 DD 403-704-1714 ask for Chris

3060

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

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

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

T4J 1M1

* RIVERSIDE APTS. *

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

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

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

403-357-0287

THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS FOR

$30

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

Houses For Sale

4020

5 BDRM house in Big Valley. Newly reno’d, spacious, on dble. lot. Full bsmt., two baths, single garage, large jetted tub downstairs. 403-710-4085 for viewing, or e-mail uprights@hotmail.com

3090

Available Immediately!

• Furnished bedroom in Ponoka near Centennial Centre • Would have use of TV, kitchen & kitchen supplies • Looking for clean, responsible person – may be ideal for student or someone working in area • $600/mnth plus DD, long term or month-tomonth • Internet & utilities included • Adequate parking • No pets, No smoking

Call 780-898-7290 Misc.

Automotive

VETERINARY SERVICES

PER WEEK.

CALL 4037833311 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST

$

30

PER WEEK.

REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK. WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

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

5240

Close to Coronation Park & Trail System 1484 sq.ft. 1/2 Duplex Fenced back yard on creek Lovely area near walking paths, all amenities.

Hardwood floors, newly developed basement.

3 bdrms. up, 2 in bsmt.

Must sell, Buy now and move soon! $349,900 Agent selected.

403-396-5516 or 403-314-4318 Mon-Wed.

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

EXCLUSIVE LUXURY RIVERFRONT CONDOS FOR SALE in Downtown Red Deer.

Call Renee at 403-314-1687 for Inquiries.

OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

SPECIALIZING IN DANGEROUS TREES COMPLETE REMOVAL & CLEANUP

Houses/ Duplexes

Suites

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

Call 403-783-3311 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

SEED Barley & Seed Oats for Sale. 2 Row & 6 row high yielding varieties available. Suitable for grain or silage. High germination & vigour. Seed treating available. On Farm scale.

Larry Trautman, 403-843-2733, Mark Trautman 403-843-3474

4205 - 64 St., Ponoka, AB

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

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

2200

Manufactured Homes

4090

12345

SHOWHOME SALE. Substantial savings to be had! Need room for whole new display!

Visit Grandview Modular Red Deer to see the quality and craftsmanship that set us apart.

1-855-347-0417; www.grandviewmodular.com; terry @grandviewmodular.com.

Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com

WATER WELL SERVICE

ECKLUND Water Well Service

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

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Cottages/Resort Property

4130

DON’T MISS OUT! 62 acres, endless possibilities.

5500 sq. ft. house.

1500 ft. of lake-shore; www. lakeoftheprairieshome.ca; www. lakeoftheprairiesproperty.ca.

Jackie 1-306-744-2399, 1-306-744-7432. Watch online for open house.

ELINOR LAKE RESORT. Lots selling at 25% off listed price, or 5% down on a rent to own lot with no interest over 5 years.

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

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5050

Trucks

1995 GMC Cheyenne 1500, located in Bashaw.

240,000 km. $3250 obo.

Call 403-318-5799

2 trucks for sale!

2007 Red Chev Silverado LTZ Crew Cab Fully loaded, leather, DVD, heated seats 204,000k $13,000 obo 2010 Silver GMC SLT Crew Cab Fully loaded, leather, heated seats, 6.3 litre motor 197,000k $19,000 obo Call 403-704-5409

Financial #4400 - #4430

Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430

Money To Loan

4430

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

BBB rated A+.

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Bad credit? Bills?

Unemployed? Need money?

We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify.

Pioneer Acceptance Corp.

Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.

Fifth Wheels

5110

2006 KEYSTONE Copper Canyon 29’. Sleeps 4, slide-out $20,000 obo.

Call 403-784-3633

Tires, Parts Acces.

5180

WRECKING AUTO-TRUCKS. Parts to fit over 500 trucks.

Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports.

We ship anywhere.

Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff. Trucks up to 3 tons.

North-East Recyclers 780-875-0270 (Lloydminster).

Public Notices

6010

Alberta Alberta Highway Highway Services Services Will commence our

2014 Roadside Spraying Program starting May 15 thru Sept. 30 on provincial highways in the County of Wetaskiwin, Brazeau County, Ponoka County, Lacombe County, Clearwater County, Red Deer County, Mountainview County, Kneehill County & the M.D. of Rockyview.

Public Notices

6010

NOTICE Must clean out units due to non-payment of rent.

Lisa Foster: Mel Fuson: Units 7 & 8, owing $767.50

Kayla Hebert: Unit†11, owing 382.50 - PAID

Devon Hoy: Advertising and Auctioning costs evenly divided between the 4 units.

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

Public Notices

Contact 403-843-3691 or 403-783-1150 AUCTION TBA, Storage†War Style†

6010

TENDERS WANTED Transportation #5000-5300

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

Antique & Classic Autos

5020

1948 PLYMOUTH CONVERTIBLE, 392 Hemi, 700R4, 9” - Ford. Black with red leather interior, including trunk. Power top, 19,000 kms, many upgrades.

Drive anywhere. $55,000.

Chuck 403-350-1777; cgrote@shaw.ca.

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

Kevin at 780-352-5011 or Email usonaag@gmail.com Tenders must be received by Friday, May 30, 2014 Public Notices

6010

Ponoka County

PUBLIC NOTICE

Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU

The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Frances Anderegg(Witchell) & Frena Hamilton to amend Land Use ByLaw 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt SW 13-44-26-W4 (approximately 12.45 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area.

Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.

A copy of the proposed by-law may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours.

Unit 9, owing $989 - PAID

Unit B, owing $1172

Public Notice #6000

Public Notices

6010 Tenders wanted for

Lawn Maintenance

at the Usona Hall for the 2014 season.

Further information and tenders can be directed to: Kevin Cummings, 780-352-5011 or email usonaag@gmail.com

Tenders must be received by Friday, May 30, 2014.

PONOKA NEWS

Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1 V9 Phone: 403-783-3333 Fax: 403-783-6965

E-mail: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com

Ponoka County

PUBLIC NOTICE

Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU

The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by David & Shirley Mikalson to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Nl/2 NW 26-42-25-W4 (approximately 80.0 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential Hobby Farm and Watershed Protection to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area into 3 parcels CHR and 1 parcel WP. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.

A copy of the proposed by-law may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours.

ADVERTISING WORKS!!!

Advertise your business or service in the

CLASSIFIEDS

TODAY! Check out your options with the

Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1 V9 Phone: 403-783-3333 Fax: 403-783-6965 E-mail: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com

403.783.3311

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

2011 KIA SOUL SPORT 2006 GMC CANYON L0238 XCAB 4X4

2011 KIA FORTE EX L0278

L0310

$

10900 OR $99 BW

$

2008 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER

2012 FORD FUSION SE

$

$

2008 FORD F150 KING RANCH CREW CAB

2011 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD

$

$

2010 FORD EDGE SPORT AWD

2011 FORD F350 CREW CAB LARIAT

T0517A

17850 OR $174 BW

2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA JLX L0309

2009 DODGE AVENGER SXT L0242

11995 OR $158 BW $13900 OR $117 BW $13950 OR $117 BW $13980 OR $117 BW

L0297

2008 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX L0289A

2010 FORD F150 XTR 2012 FORD ESCAPE L0303 LIMITED T0459A

17990 OR $117 BW $19900 OR $192 BW $20995 OR $173 BW $23990 OR $198 BW

T0141A

2012 FORD F150 XTR SUPER CAB T0261A

2009 BUICK ENCLAVE 2011 FORD FLEX SEL P0312 CXL AWD T0422A

L0306

24985 OR $206 BW

24990 OR $206 BW $24995 OR $206 BW $25990 OR $213 BW $27995 OR $229 BW

L0277

T0543A

$

$

28997 OR $269 BW

2013 FORD EXPLORER LIMITED L0279

2011 FORD F150 KING RANCH CREW CAB T0523A

2011 FORD F350 CREW CAB LARIAT T0492A

34995 OR $286 BW $35995 OR $294 BW $39995 OR $325 BW $43995 OR $358 BW

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