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Jovial Scotchman loved to spread the good news Story on page 5

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Business owners take part in the Economic Development Board Business Café Aug. 27 at the Ponoka Rising Sun Clubhouse.

This was a chance for downtown business owners to bring ideas to the board.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Downtown businesses work together for growth HOUSEHOLD TOXIC WASTE ROUNDUP

One idea to help with staffing and pay for overhead is to use a business Downtown business owners came together in model similar to a doctor’s office. Each a collaborative effort on Aug. 27 at the Rising Sun doctor is a separate business and they Clubhouse to discuss different ideas on how to bring share those costs. Colyn said the idea “Ultimately, if you customers to the downtown area. came from Stephen Novak, new ecowant your business More than 30 people, town councillors and memnomic development officer for the Town bers of the Economic Development Board (EDB) met to be successful, it is of Ponoka. for the second Business Café, hosted by the board.

Novak found the dialogue to be the business owner’s positive and constructive. “The more In four groups, participants discussed three topics: what is important to them, what the town needs to people that are working towards a comresponsibility.” address and what works for businesses. The one that Gary Colyn, EDB chairperson mon goal the better.” stood out as the most important was creating a strong He feels the gathering helped busisense of pride. ness owners realize their issues are Determining who is responsible similar to each other. Suggestions from “(To) create a reason to enjoy and be proud of for bringing shoppers to the downtown the meeting will also help the EDB plan Ponoka,” said Gary Co- area was a topic of debate. Colyn said their focus for the year. many people feel different groups such lyn, EDB chairperson.

“We try and mould our economic He said many busi- as town planners help but “ultimately, if development policy to fit the issues of ness owners feel that you want your business to be successful, the businesses that we deal with,” he sense of pride will ensure it is the business owner’s responsibility.” added.

What do most business owners like? “A lot of people like the fact that it’s a small town feel.”

Despite the small Tine Roelofsen town feel of Ponoka, large events such as the Ponoka Stampede, and the Calnash Ag Event Centre bring many peoPonoka ple to town. Novak said Alberta Hospital attendees discussed ways of taking advantage of that influx of people and 4 way stop Twp 424 bringing them to their 0.5 km stores. Ø Highway 2A Colyn said the EDB’s B goal is to reach every Bobtail Nursery business in town and to host these types of cathree to four times a 403.704.4008 www.bobtailnursery.ca fes year.

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Boy taken to hospital after accident with pickup

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

One boy was lucky to receive non-life threatening injuries Aug. 26 at 5:45 p.m. after a truck ran into him while riding his bike.

Emergency crews were called to the intersection of Highway 53 and Highway 2A to find one tire on the bike bent by a blue Ford F150. Police say the eastbound truck was attempting to turn north on Highway 2A and was obeying the traffic signals when the seven-year-old boy entered the intersection against the light on his bike.

As the truck was travelling at slow speeds, the boy fell four or five feet from the vehicle and suffered a fractured pelvis. He was taken to the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton for treatment. The matter is under investigation.

Woman missing over 30 days One woman has been missing for more than 30 days and police are appealing to public for information that could help in locating her.

Police say Lisa Danielle Bullerwell was last seen in Red Deer June 24 and is known to be traveling to Grande Prairie and Fort McMurray. She is a 30-year-old Caucasian woman with brown hair and brown eyes. Please contact Ponoka RCMP with any information regarding her whereabouts.

Police and emergency crews responded to a call of a boy on his bike hit by a pickup Aug. 26 at 5:45 p.m. It is believed the boy had entered the road against the light and received non-life threatening injuries.

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Police are looking for 30-year-old Lisa Danielle Bullerwell. She was last seen in Red Deer June 24 and is known to travel to Grande Prairie and Fort McMurray.

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Narrow misses for erratic driver One Lacombe man is lucky to be alive after a near head on collision last week.

An off-duty RCMP officer witnessed the man drive erratically northbound on Highway 2A Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. He called police after seeing the driver narrowly miss a head on collision with a semitractor after swerving into oncoming traffic.

Ponoka RCMP stopped the vehicle in town after the driver failed to stop at two intersections.

Officers say there was an odor of liquor coming from the man and there were liquor bottles in

the vehicle. He provided a blood-alcohol sample at the detachment but the levels did not exceed legal limits.

The man did admit to taking Xanax before driving. He provided a urine sample and results are pending.

Man found with brass knuckles Refusing to dump out beer and being found with brass knuckles did not help a Ponoka man last week.

Police found the man outside near a downtown bar drinking beer from an open bottle last week.

When asked to dump it out, the 31-year-old man refused and was subsequently arrested. A search of his person found a pair of brass knuckles. He was charged with obstructing a police officer and unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon.

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Crack cocaine and cash were among the items seized Aug. 27 as a result of a search warrant on the Ermineskin town site in Maskwacis.

Members of the RCMP community response unit, general duty members and police dog services assisted in the search warrant at 11 Wolfe Avenue.

Two men were charged as a result of the search. Levi Cattleman

was charged with possession of controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, proceeds of crime and breach charges for weapons offences and Ritchie Headman was charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime.

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

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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 Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org

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

The Christian & Missionary Alliance

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

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Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

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

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am.

5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

Phone: 403-783-4087

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

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

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

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Stop, feel and appreciate blessed moments We recently returned from our prairie vacation to Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

Manitoba was full of family celebrations and friends—wonderfully nourishing and refreshing. Saskatchewan was for sightseeing, exploring, and hiking. We ended up our time in a little place called Val Marie: population 97 (swelling to 130 in the summer.) The reason for that increase in numbers is Grasslands National Park, new this century. Parks staff and researchers from the Calgary Zoo are busy there every summer. The zoo staff has been studying the prairie dogs for years.

The reintroduced bison are thriving.

Unfortunately the rattlesnakes suffered significant losses this winter. Heavy June rains damaged some of the park trails.

It was not our first time to this prairie gem. We went a couple of years ago and fell under the enchantment of this exquisite national park and the incredibly hardy, creative, and cooperative souls of the village. They work hard to keep their community alive and thriving. Once upon a time they had a hospital. Now a health nurse comes every six weeks. The railroad tracks were torn out, but this spring the tiny community raised $60,000 to refurbish their grain elevator, which is a protected building. The have a United

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Church, but it is only used once or twice a year now. They used to have a bank, but no more. They even lost their gas station and had to travel 35 miles to buy gas. Not too long ago there was jubilation in the village when a company installed a cardlock for gasoline and diesel.

One of the marvels of the area is that they are the darkest dark sky preserve in Canada—a stargazer’s paradise. One night I was looking up and began thinking about how far away the multitude of stars were, how long it had taken the

Man seeks to make restitution after theft of TV

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The theft of a television from the Ponoka Sears store in May has forced one Red Deer man to change his life around.

Cody Morrow pleaded guilty to the theft of the TV during Ponoka Court Aug. 29 and has already started paying back the company. Crown prosecutor Stephen Hill asked for strict punishment stating Morrow had a long record.

“Mr. Morrow is a recidivist,” said Hill.

Defense counsellor Rick Wyrozub asked Judge James Glass consider that Morrow had already paid $100 of the $440 TV and intended to pay the remainder that same day.

Wyrozub said issues with drug addictions have caused Morrow problems with breaking the law but he is seeking help from a doctor in Red Deer and is receiving support using a methadone treatment program.

“I’m taking a chance on you sir.”

Judge James Glass.

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light I was seeing to make it’s way to our planet. As trite as it sounds, the magnitude of it all took my breath away. The words of Psalm 8 came to mind: When I look at your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars that you have established; what are human beings that you are mindful of them, mortals that you care for them?

There are times when the only response to creation and the Creator is wonder. How often do we allow ourselves to be caught up in the mystery and beauty of the heavens and earth? To marvel at the wonder of it all? When do we stop, enjoy and rejoice? Only on our vacations (if we’re lucky enough to get such a thing?) I hope not. Yet, also on this holiday, sitting on our balcony, looking over the gentle curve of hills in the park, relishing the warm, soft breeze and sunshine, I said to James, This is a blessed moment.

My hope and wish for myself and for you is that you stop and notice the blessed moments in your life as we move now into the increasing frenzy that is September. Find—make—the space for wonder and awe to come to consciousness. Be grateful to the One from whom we all come and to whom we all return.

“I think he’s making a real effort to stay away from drugs,” said Wyrozub.

He added the 41-year-old has kept out of trouble for the last 15 months and has not been able to work for some time.

Wyrozub asked the judge to consider probation for Morrow.

Judge Glass noted Morrow has been working at cleaning up his life. “It’s clear to this court he’s making some steps, significant steps to his rehabilitation.”

Morrow was given a two-year probation with strict restrictions including keeping the peace, reporting to a probation officer and adhering to a curfew.

“I’m taking a chance on you sir,” stated Judge Glass.

“You fall back in your old ways and you’re going to go to jail for a long time and you won’t be given a second chance,” he added.

Sylvan Lake man pays fines from drug charges One Sylvan Lake man was sentenced in Ponoka court to pay $1,900 in fines plus a victim surcharge after being in possession of drugs.

Sheldon Brooks pleaded guilty to possession of marijuana, cannabis resin and cocaine during Ponoka court.

Police originally conducted a traffic stop May 17 after seeing Brooks travel at speeds in excess of 161 km/h.

Crown prosecutor Hill explained the events of the night from the police report stating Brooks was stopped at 3:30 a.m. near Blackfalds. A smell of liquor from Brooks and a bag of marijuana in the back seat of the vehicle resulted in his arrest.

He failed in the test with the roadside screening device, but when taken back to the detachment there was not enough blood-alcohol in Brooks to show .08 levels. The police report did say Brooks had a graduated driver’s licence and he was suspended from driving for 30 days and his car towed because of it.

Duty council Dave Paull said Brooks is a pipefitter and uses his car to get to work. He asked for six months to pay the fines, $800 of which stem from speeding.

Judge Glass allowed for the six months to pay the fines.

Man pays fines for breach of conditions Having two Alberta driver’s licences in his possession did not help Mitchell Vanson when police found him asleep in his vehicle over the summer.

Officers found Vanson with the vehicle running and a jerry can in the passenger’s seat, explained Hill to the court.

Vanson admitted to the officer that he had drugs in his possession and produced a black container with drug paraphernalia consistent with the use of meth amphetamines.

He also had two driver’s licences plus several knives and a hatchet, which he was on conditions not to possess. The 18-year-old man of no fixed address paid a $200 fine and victim surcharge for breaching conditions and $230 for possession of more than one licence.

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Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Reflections of Ponoka The jovial Scotchman who loved to spread the good news

BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

I have always had a very special love for the newspaper business, and consider myself lucky to have had the great opportunity of working for both the Ponoka Herald and the Ponoka News weekly newspapers for close to 50 years. Ponoka and districts have a colorful and longstanding history when it comes to putting out perky and friendly newspapers, and I am pleased to be able to share with you the story of one of our earliest publishers who quickly became a popular and colorful character as well as a staunch supporter of the community and districts for many years.

George and Jessie Gordon It was partly owing to his wife’s illhealth as well as to satisfy his own craving for a change that George Gordon made up his mind to leave his homeland of Scotland and venture into Canada in 1904. The always ambitious Gordon, who had completed his apprenticeship in printing at the Northern Chronicle Inverness Courier, would marry hometown girl Jessie Fraser in 1904. Red Deer was his first stopping point in Canada, and after gaining employment with the News for just a week, he heard about the fledgling Ponoka Her-

ald, which was on the market for a new owner.

Arriving in the bustling village 40 miles to the north, George Gordon had practically no cash in his pocket, but he passionately resolved to acquire the local newspaper which had been publishing weekly since August 27, 1900 under the direction of editor W.D. Pitcairn, and was printed in Lacombe. With kindly help from some Ponoka businessmen who were anxious to see the local weekly newspaper run on a satisfactory basis, Mr. Gordon was able to purchase the Herald from the Village Clerk Eugene Rhian in 1904.

The first plant was located on 50 Avenue where the Ponoka Restroom building now stands, and a new press, equipment and staff were quickly put into place. In 1905, Mr. Gordon was joined by his wife and two small children (Helena (Nell) and John), they lived above the printing office for many years, but settled in what would be their lifetime home on the northwest corner of 51 and 52 street, then later welcomed another daughter Marjorie.

By the time he was 20, the plucky Scotsman had honed his skills in the newspaper and printing business by vigorously becoming involved in a literary and

debating society, and improved his intellects by reading and debating with other young men. The popular proprietor of the Ponoka Herald also became a prominent figure and unofficial jester of the Alberta and Eastern British Columbia Press Association.

When George Gordon took over the Herald, it was in poor shape with very little circulation, yet he quickly adjusted himself to the circumstances and slowly turned it into a fairly good paper with a generous amount of advertising patronage and a weekly circulation of a 1,000 copies. He started out publishing many high-tone educative features, but soon found out from the fine local citizens of all nationalities and personalities that as the publisher of their newspaper, he needed to make himself friendly and sociable and make the pa-

Remember When...

Photo courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

Shown here is a special copy of the front page of the first edition of the Ponoka Herald weekly newspaper, which hit the streets of the growing little village on Monday, August 27, 1900. Please notice the unique advertisements introducing new businesses and opportunities available in the busy and friendly community 114 years ago. The first subscription rates of the Herald were $1 a year and the popular newspaper served the community until its closure in the late 1990’s!

Most copies are available to view at our Fort Ostell Museum in the Lion’s Centennial Park.

Photos courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

George and Jessie Gordon

per more ‘newsy’ by publishing all the news and even the most trivial happenings of the town and districts. George never missed a social gathering, travelled around the community and out into the country to make ‘jollies’ and try to stay on friendly terms with everyone, and his favourite saying was ‘right you are’. ‘Scotty’, as he was affectionately known by so many in these parts, was also blessed with a wonderful sense of humour. On a trip out into the country with the good Doctor, George was dressed in a fine suit and spent a pleasant half hour with the host of the farm. Upon his departure the farmer asked, “Are you Mr. Gordon the Methodist Minister?” Quite surprised, he quickly replied, ‘No. I’m Mr. Gordon the printer’s devil.’

As a result of his congenial approach, Mr. Gordon was much sought after and his newspaper was much in favour and read by everyone, young and old. He was called on to act as the Secretary of the Ponoka Board of Trade and performed those duties for six years, was elected to town council and later became the mayor, and then sought the Conservative nomination for the Ponoka riding, but lost out after a spirited fight. George also loved to preside and speak at countless concerts, dinners, and functions in and around the community, and never turned down an invitation. In his spare time, his favourite pastimes included travelling, golfing, curling, duck shooting at Battle Lake east of town, joining his friends at the shooting lodge they owned together or cultivating and raising all sorts of things on his two acres on the outskirts of town.

In 1938, George Gordon sold his beloved Ponoka Herald to his son John, who would carry on the family tradition until 1953. While he and wife Jessie continued to be involved in many community activities, George continued his career as the local Postmaster, which he had taken on in 1914 and would serve for 26 years. After a very active, dedicated, and exciting life, he passed away in 1949 and Mrs. Gordon died in 1964, while their family of son John and daughters Nell and Marjorie pursued careers, married and raised their families, and continued to stay very much involved in their favourite home town of Ponoka. Meanwhile, the Ponoka Herald would always hit the streets early every week for many decades under the direction of publishers that included Keith Leonard, Ernie Jamison, Ken McLean, Adviser Publications and Brian Borley, and yours truly was so honoured to have been a small part of it along the way. Sincere thanks to Lois and Gordon Galbraith for sending me this great material about a dedicated early Ponoka gentleman who loved to share his love, his skills, and his humour with his family, his newspaper and his community with a powerful passion each and every day.

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Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Opinion

What the rejection of an inquiry tells us Premiers of Canada’s provinces and territories concluded last week their annual gathering, which took place in Charlottetown this year, with an appeal to the federal government for more funding to be made available to provinces for healthcare and infrastructure investments and for a national inquiry to be set up to into the murder and disappearance of First Nations women throughout the country.

A stonewalling Prime Minister Stephen Harper rejected both demands.

The reason for the rejection of the first demand is rather understandable: 2015 is an election year and some reserve funds will certainly come in handy to finance the Tory campaign; ads and commercials will have to printed and aired; some flashy investment decisions promising a lot of job creation will need to be announced with pinky pictures of prosperous years under another Stephen Harper tenure being beamed all through the media. So a politician could be, maybe not forgiven, but understood if he decides to allocate a few extra hundreds of millions dollars to a forthcoming election campaign instead of addressing some fundamental social and economic problems; after all, they might be looked after sometime following the election win, maybe.

But the refusal of the prime minister to support the call of premiers and the national leaders of First Nations organi-

zations to open an inquiry into the crimes targeting the First Nations women is neither understandable, nor defensible.

Mr. Harper says the statistics show that the number of crimes targeting First Nations women is not different from those targeting non-First Nations women.

“It is not a social phenomenon,” he says.

Mustafa Eric Editor According to the prime minister, it is up to RCMP to solve those crimes and it should stay that way.

One would expect a concerned head of government to say: “Yes, by all means, let’s go ahead with a national inquiry, and while we are at that, let’s also investigate crimes targeting non-First Nations women, too. They are all our people and we should dig deep into the causes of these murders and disappearances to ensure that the female citizens of this country, whatever their ethnic origin or background, can feel themselves safe and secure.”

So why doesn’t Mr. Harper come up with such a state-

ment?

There may be a long list of answers to that question.

But what could be said in general is probably that Mr. Harper would not want to be seen as liberal a politician as someone who could defend such a position.

As one can clearly deduce from the statements of not only the prime minister, but also of his long time political ally and Minister of Justice Peter MacKay that the governing Conservative Party is, true to their name, so conservative that they still might not have brought themselves to the 21st century thinking that gender is secondary to being a human.

After his flat out rejection of the demand for a national inquiry into the fate of the murdered or missing First Nations women, one cannot help thinking how sincere Mr. Harper was when he officially apologized to First Nations back in 2008 for the residential schools tragedy. Was it only a ploy to lure First Nations to give the green light for more resource exploitation in their reserves?

But a more interesting question is how the women of this country will vote next year when Mr. Harper and his Conservatives will seek another term in office.

Is the promised entertainment “Keeping it Real”?

Dear Editor, For the past three consecutive weeks, I have travelled to Centennial Park to take in the entertainment that has been advertised in the “Town Times” column of your paper.

Unfortunately, the groups that were booked to entertain for these weeks, were all “no shows”. While we had a brief thunderstorm roll through this evening prior to 7 pm, the skies cleared nicely in time to allow a performance, and weather was not a factor in the previous weeks.

I am not sure where the responsibility for these events lie, but it is truly disappointing to arrange a park outing with friends, only to find that a walk and singing to myself, is the entertainment.

In contrast, during July I attended a Wednesday night Concert in the Park in Lacombe, which turned out to be a fabulous evening with great music, a concession stand and several merchandise vendors. While I try hard to support our town, I have to admit that my money was left in the hands of Lacombe vendors to enjoy.

While our summer is just about gone and similar events are probably curtailed until next year, let’s see Ponoka if we can up the anti next year and make this a fun, weekly summer attraction.

Keepin it Real Ponoka Sharon Liddle

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Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Fall can be our most fabulous season As proud Alberwho can’t always get tans, we have always outside during the chilly shown a whole weather. There will also lot of grit despite be those who will retreat swaying, freezing, inside with sweats and frying, mopping up, sneakers to continue their digging out and digaggressive or passive ging in while trying exercise sessions, while to be prepared and other hardy souls will managing to survive still head outside into the whatever our gloribrisk but totally fresh air ous seasons may for a quick run, jog, or send our way. Whatwalk. Whatever the case, ever part of the year dress warm, keep happy Mike Rainone we look forward to and share your energy and Hammertime the most, we will enthusiasm with others. In always somehow the meantime, this is not manage to roll out yet the panic time to rush of bed in the morning, try to be ca- out and winterize our cars or oversually optimistic and look forward haul the snow-blowers and please to the daily weather forecast, and don’t stress yet about the grand old then plan or re-plan our daily ac- Farmer’s Almanac winter weather tivities accordingly while striving forecast. Just go right ahead and to have a little fun along the way book lots more tee-times at the golf whether at work or play. For those of courses, spend a few weekends in us who have been around our great the now much quieter campgrounds province for a while, we all know and resorts, and just enjoy the that we have developed an everyday amazing aura of fall, with no worry upbeat approach to the weather, in- about what is ahead for us, because, sisting no matter how bad it may be after all, we are a hardy bunch, and right now, just relax and wait a few what will be will be as it has for hours, because it will eventually decades of all seasons in our beloved and occasionally unpredictable change.

Now that we are out and about Alberta.

Some silly but true proverbs. preparing to raise the curtain on the magnificent colors and smells of fall, *A fine is a tax for doing wrong, and we will all hope that it will be a bit a tax is a fine for doing well. of a balmy ‘Indian Summer’ that *It is said that if you lined up all the will maybe last into late October and cars in the world end-to-end some possibly beyond. Fall is that exhila- idiot from Alberta would probably rating time for parents and hopefully try to pass them. the children as we send them off to *God gave us toes for the purpose school; the grain dust in the air, the of finding furniture in the dark. We amazing sun-sets and Northern should know that God won’t give us Lights are an awesome sight and more than we can handle, but there a great time to celebrate what ev- will be some times we may wish that eryone is wishing to be a bountiful he didn’t trust us quite that much. harvest. Many of us will rush out and *Give a man a fish and he will eat buy a new colder weather wardrobe for a day, but teach a man how to fish while others will prepare for the new and he will sit in a boat and drink set of fall/winter sports and other in- beer all day. door/outdoor activities. These might *Some people actually think that include raking and rolling in the a balanced diet is a cookie in each leaves, hockey, figure skating, swim hand, or a donut washed down by a lessons and hot-tub, curling, skiing, diet pop. sledding, school sports, road or pond *Always learn from the mistakes of hockey, and whatever might catch others. Trust me, you can’t live long your fancy. Some of us will likely enough to make them all yourself. transform into ‘home-bodies’, enjoy- Believe me, I’ve tried. ing all the new T.V. shows, digging *It is our health that is our real out the winter games and hobbies, wealth, and not just many pieces of helping the kids with their home- gold and silver. In the end it is not so work, relaxing with lots of good much what we gather, but what we books and hosting coffee sessions scatter that tells what kind of life we with friends along with countless have lived.

Although I might be really hours curling up in front of the fire.

Other opportunities throughout chicken to get doused with a bucket the fall and winter could include of ice water, I really admire all of being volunteers for all sorts of those who have taken the plunge and organizations and special events, raised mega millions of dollars for being a welcome fan and supporter vital ALS research in Canada and the at games and functions, as well as United States, and just keep on chaldressing warm and going out to lenging.

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September 2nd was the first day of school. Please remember to drive with care and caution in school zones. Keep our kids safe!

EVENTS AND RECREATION Community Information & Registration Night Wednesday, September 3, 2014 5 - 8 pm Kinsmen Community Centre Hosted by The Town of Ponoka Community Services Department. All local organizations are welcome to participate.

Limited number of tables available & there is a minimal charge for each table. For more information and/or to reserve a spot, contact Melodie at 403-783-4431.

Ponoka Downhill Derby When: September 6, 2014 Where: 42 Street & 43 Avenue Wanted: Downhill Derby Drivers. We have cars but need kids! If this is something you would like to try and are between the ages 6 and 16, please call Karen at 403-704-6903 or 403-783-6122 and she will get you into a car. For more information go to: www.ponokalive.ca

Rotary Park Playground Grand Opening & BBQ September 8 –3712 – 45 Street @ 6pm

Aquaplex & Recreation Update: • The pool will be closed September 2 – 21, 2014 for annual shutdown. Lacombe will honour your passes during this time.

• The Splash Park will close for the season on September 3, 2014 Arena ice bookings will be available as of September 5, contact Tamara at 403-783-0131 for availability and booking information.

Request for Proposal – Arena Concession The Town of Ponoka is seeking a Concessionaire to provide services on a year round basis with the main operation taking place from September 1 – March 31. The concession service is also to be made available to other activities that are scheduled in the Ponoka Culture & Recreation Complex during the off season. For more information, contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services at 403-783-0118 or email wes.amendt@ponoka.org.

Upcoming Community Events Household Toxic Round Up & Community Paper Shred Saturday, September 13th, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fire Hall. Check your kitchen, bathroom, laundry, basement, garden shed and garage for all your products and chemicals that you may not need anymore. Paper Cuts will be at the Fire Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. accepting personal documents that the residents would like properly destroyed. There is no charge for this service.

Nominate a Property for FREE Utilities The Pride in Your Property Contest is open to Town residents and businesses. Here’s your chance to nominate yourself, a business, or someone you know for having a well-kept property. Prizes are awarded to Residential and Business properties as follows: • Best Kept Residential - $500 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit • Best Kept Commercial/Industrial - $500 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit • Most Improved Residential - $750 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit • Most Improved Commercial/Industrial - $750 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit Entry forms are available at www.ponoka.ca, or pick up at the Town Office. Reward yourself or someone you know for their hard work and enter today! Deadline for entries is September 15th!

The Town Of Ponoka is holding a Surplus Equipment Sale. Items will be available for viewing at the Public Works yard from September 23-26. Please visit the Town’s website or contact Public Works at 403-783-0148 for more info.

Library Events STORY TIME: Ponoka Jubilee Library would like to invite children ages 3-6 to join us for Story Time! STARTING MONDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH, on every Monday and Friday until the end of May, the children will be introduced to the library and reading through a new story, and use their creativity to put together a unique craft. There are different programs offered on Monday and Friday, so feel free to come to every one! Programs run Mondays at 2:00 pm and Fridays at 11:00 am. We ask that parents stay with their children, and younger children are more than welcome to accompany their older siblings. No registration or payment required.

BOOK CLUB: After the summer off, the Ponoka Jubilee Library Book Club is back in the swing of things! The September meeting will be on Sunday Sept. 7th at 2:00 pm, and the group will be discussing ‘Cutting for Stone’ by Abraham Verghese. Anyone who wants to join the Book Club is welcome, and copies of the book are available at the library. Regular Book Club meetings are at the Library on the first Sunday of the month at 2:00 pm, unless changed due to a holiday. Check out our Facebook events to see the complete list of our upcoming books!

FAMILY LEGO CLUB: Ponoka Jubilee Library invites children & adults to take part in our Family Lego Club. Come build whatever your imagination can come up with! All Lego will be provided by the library, and the masterpieces will be put on display for all to see. UPCOMING MEETINGS: Friday Sept. 5 & Thursday Sept. 18, from 3:30pm - 5:00pm.

REGULAR MEETINGS: Every second week, alternating between Thursday and Friday. Ages 4+, all younger children must be accompanied or supervised by older sibling or guardian. No Lego bricks will come into or leave the library.

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The Pudding Man

By Ian Ferguson

What do Leif Erikson, Ponoka Farmer’s Market and traditional Icelandic rice pudding have in common? The answer can be found simply by asking Larry Jonsson (a.k.a. The Pudding Man).

Larry is a retired man who has found his passion at the age of 73. Originally from Barrhead, Jonsson lives in Ponoka making pudding to sell at various farmers’ markets and stores throughout Alberta.

This is not, however, any ordinary pudding, this is traditional Icelandic rice pudding, and very good pudding at that. When Larry started out making the pudding, he never dreamed it would be this popular, “My wife dared me to sell some at the farmer’s market one year, and neither she nor I expected to sell as much as we did,â€? said Jonsson. “I had 19 quarts of pudding all sold in 2 ½ hours,â€? he explained, “and well, that was the start.â€?

Since then, Jonsson’s Icelandic rice pudding has been in high demand. Larry’s pudding will be sold in the coming months at The Green Pantry in Lacombe, and more shops in Red Deer and Camrose also showed interest. However, buckets of sales requires buckets of pudding, many buckets of pudding. To provide pudding for a single farmer’s market Larry must make 20L of pudding to meet the demand. In four farmer’s markets, 80L of pudding is sold. “I’m busier now that I’ve retired than I was working!� laughed Jonsson.

In order to provide enough product, Larry cooks three to four days a week, often having two cookers on at all times when at home. Each cooker holds up to three gallons of pudding and must be checked on at regular intervals, stirring occasionally. He has three refrigerators reserved entirely for his pudding, while sometimes needing to borrow space in his neighbor’s fridge as well. Preparation for each batch takes around seven hours because pudding has to be cooked at a very low heat. Larry usually starts a batch at 1 a.m., so it is ready by the morning. With business expanding for him at an alarming rate, Jonsson finds himself cooking even more frequently. “My wife just shakes her head and wonders how I keep this going,� chuckled The Pudding Man. Larry explained that Icelandic rice pudding is gluten-free and does not use eggs or salt, which are unusual traits for pudding. His recipe, however, is top secret for obvious reasons. This type of pudding originated in Norway around 870 CE and was brought along with settlers who moved to Iceland,

The Pudding Man stands with pride at the Ponoka Farmer’s Market, where his famous Icelandic Rice Pudding is currently being sold. The Ponoka Farmer’s Market ends for the season at the start of October.

Photo by Ian Ferguson

where Jonsson’s ancestors were from. The recipe was passed down in his family until it reached him, where Larry put his own special twist on it to make the pudding we can enjoy today. continued on page 10

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continued from page 9 After doing a bit of family research, Larry Jonsson discovered that he was a direct descendant of the famous Leif Erikson.

“I almost fell over, I was so shocked,” described Jonsson.

Leif Erikson was a Norse explorer around 986 CE and is credited as the first European to land in North America. He settled in Newfoundland over 500 years before Christopher Columbus landed in the early Americas. Icelandic rice pudding is traditionally served at Christmas time and it is probable that Leif Ericson ate a similar pudding to the one Larry serves today.

“I also do Christmas orders”, added Jonsson.

“It gets pretty busy in that season…I usually have orders for 12 litres of pudding at a time before Christmas.”

Larry has multiple flavors for

his pudding including almond, vanilla, coconut, maple, maple/vanilla, maple/vanilla/raisin, and of course the original. Jonsson also elaborated on how precise measurements must be in order to reach a good flavor and consistency throughout all of the batches. He has had many years of cooking pudding experience and assures that many more are to follow.

Larry spoke with a smile, “It’s just something I love doing. What more could you ask for?”

Ponoka Farmer’s Market will be open every Wednesday until the end of September, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located at the Ponoka Recreation Complex, 54 St just off of Highway 53. There are plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as many crafts and clothing to purchase. But if your taste buds are itching for an Icelandic treat, just walk inside and ask for “The Pudding Man”.

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Truth behind the numbers As we close the month of August, the harvest itch was replaced in most areas with a frustration as most of the U.S. Midwest and Canadian Prairies got hit with some untimely, heavy rains. Also, some increasing geopolitical risk premium is looking to get built into the market around the September Long Weekend as there are a growing number of reports of Russia increasing its military presence at and even inside the Ukrainian border. There’s increasing buzz in the market about the sudden

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next year likely won’t happen. That get into the fields to cut down those being said, the earliest of Plant 2015 crops that are ready. Early indicasurveys from Farm Futures suggests tions are that green lentil prices and U.S. farmers will increase their soypea prices could see a climb over bean acres by 2.6 per cent in 2015 the next couple weeks but red lento a 2nd consecutive record area of tils won’t match the move and if you 86.6 million acres, while dropping have the quality that’s been sought corn acre again by 1.25 per cent to for wheat, you will likely be able to 90.5 million acres. earn a premium. Already, reports are The recent rains were seen as growing of disease issues across the positive for both sides of the cornearliest harvested winter and spring belt with Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, wheat crops, suggesting that knowBrennan Turner and Nebraska all getting a drink that ing what quality you have this year Farm Lead was overdue. After their crop tour will be important (one of the realast week, ProFarmer pegged their sons that FarmLead partnered with overall US corn yield at 169.3 bu/ S.G.S. so you could order grain tests ac (U.S.D.A. at 169.3 in the last W.A.S.D.E.) and from directly from the FarmLead.com website!). total production at 14.093 billion bushels (14.032 The numbers will be critical this year, in terms of billion). As for soybeans, the group says 45.35 bu/ potentially getting a bounce in market prices and ac will come off, on average, from American fields also getting the best price for your grain if you’re (U.S.D.A. at 45.4 bu/ac), creating an output of looking to sell some.

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Alberta Pulse Growers impels breeders’ rights

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As Bill C-18 pushes along, more and more support is getting behind the idea of international agricultural seed development and stronger protection of plant breeders’ rights.

The Alberta Pulse Growers (APG) Commission is joining with Partners in Innovation, a coalition of farmer and industry organizations, to throw its support behind the Plant Breeders Rights Act and urge the Canadian Government to amend the bill to comply with UPOV’91’s standards.

“Industry innovation and additional investment that may result from the amendments to the Plant Breeders’ Rights Act will make our sector stronger.”

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UPOV’91 is an international convention for the protection of plants developed during the 1960s.

“Industry innovation and additional investment that may result from the amendments to the Plant Breeders’ Rights Act will make our sector stronger.” said APG Chair Richard Krikke in a

news release made public Aug. 18.

“They came up with a convention to protect plant breeders’ rights,” said APG director D’Arcy Hilgartner. Plant breeders’ rights work similar to copyright laws and ensure a seed variety is not propagated illegally.

With the protection in place breeders can confidently develop varieties without fear. A larger variety leads to more opportunities for better crop yield and disease resistance. “We need more variety to meet those never ending needs,” said Hilgartner.

He feels by complying with UPOV’91 an international agricultural harmony can be reached.

“We support these amendments because we see an need.”

While public and private breeders in Canada will be protected under law a farmer’s privilege portion will also be written into the legislation, allowing them to propagate seed for their own use.

“Most farmers by new seed every year because they want the latest and greatest,” said Hilgartner.

Since the bill’s inception the National Farmers Union has been fighting the amendments, stating opening up the Canadian boarders to international varieties will give favour to large corporations with seeds that cannot withstand Canada’s factors.

“I don’t agree with their concerns . . . I guess I just don’t see it,” said Hilgartner.

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Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Ukraine: A Game of Chicken

Sex, lies and physician supply Why female doctors are not to blame

lose, and it wouldn’t take forty years It is quite possible for soldiers to cross a frontier “by accident on this time either. an unmarked section,” and that is Today’s Russia has only half the By Lindsay Hedden Doctoral Candidate studies and was published in HuMorris Barer Expert Advisor man Resources for Health, suggests how Moscow explains the capture population of the old Soviet Union, Among the many reasons offered that the story is more complicated of a group of Russian paratroopers and it is no longer a major industrial on Ukrainian territory last weekpower. Without its oil and gas ex- for why many Canadians are in- than a simple difference in work end. Poor lambs, they just wandered ports, its citizens would be as poor creasingly facing difficulties finding hours. across the border by mistake. When Although female physicians do as Ukrainians. If NATO started to a family physician to call their own is the fact that the workforce has be- work somewhat fewer hours than they get home, they’ll have to be take the “Russian threat” really sericome increasingly female. sent on a refresher course in crossously and re-armed itself accordingly, male physicians - and indeed work The argument usually goes country navigation.

Russia simply couldn’t keep up milidifferently in general - there is no something like this: female family The flaw in this story is that tarily – and even trying would wreck strong evidence that this difference practitioners work fewer hours, take the ten captured Russian soldiers, its fragile economy. In the end, that time out to raise families and have has or will have any significant effrom the 331st Regiment of the 98th would probably bring Putin down. shorter careers. And because the pro- fect on the overall effective supply of Gwynne Dyer Guards Airborne Division, were Putin presumably understands this portion of family practitioners who family practitioners in Canada. caught in a group of unmarked veThink at some level, but his pride, and his Rather, the dominant trends are male continues to decline - about hicles TWENTY KILOMETRES desire to restore Russian power, won’t Globally affecting overall supply into the fore60 per cent of new medical students inside Ukraine. That’s a third of the let him just accept defeat. So the curseeable future are the recent rapid are female - we can look forward to way from the Russian border to the rent escalation is best seen as his next increase in medical school capacity the problem of accessing care getting besieged rebel city of Donetsk, and move in a game of chicken: can he frighten the in the country, and the fact that both it’s really hard to explain away as a navigational West into making a deal that saves his face and worse. male and female family doctors are This argument turns out to be error. turns Ukraine back into a political and economic simple, compelling, and for the most increasingly focused on attaining a Besides, there is plenty of other evidence dependency of Russia? The answer is: probably healthy work-life balance, while still part, wrong. (though no other video interviews with captured not. providing high-quality and accesThe number of female family Russian troops) to show that there is now a threeUkraine’s president, Petro Poroshenko, certain- doctors in Canada has been increas- sible care for their patients. pronged Russian offensive underway in eastern ly does not intend to go back to the old days. When continued on page 16 Ukraine. There are probably fewer than a thou- he called a parliamentary election last week, he was ing steadily since the late 1950s, and women have outnumsand Russian regular army troops on Ukrainian effectively declaring that Ukraine will continue to territory at the moment, but their purpose is clear- be a sovereign and centralised state, not the neu- bered men in Canadian ly to stop the collapse of the pro-Russian rebels tered and decentralised state that Moscow wants medical schools since 1999.

Importantly, and reverse the momentum in the ground war.

– and that it will keep its options open on joining the proportion of feLast week the Ukrainian forces finally cut the the European Union and even NATO (though neimale medical students last remaining road from Russia to the besieged ther of those options is currently on offer). choosing to specialize city of Luhansk, shortly after a large convoy of The problem with games of chicken is that in family medicine has Russian trucks violated Ukrainian sovereignty and each player must demonstrate his willingness to drove up that road to deliver “humanitarian” aid go all the way, even though going all the way is also been increasing to the city. The rebel forces have now launched a crazy. The first one to give way to an attack of over that same period.

But does the rhetoCONTRACTING INC counter-offensive to reopen the road, and Russian sanity loses. The only way to avoid a disastrous ric of ‘the part-time self-propelled artillery units have entered Ukraine smash-up and still not lose is for both players to go female family doctor’ commercial | residential in the Krasnodon area to support their attacks. sane at exactly the same time. That is what diplo- truly match reality? Our Another Russian force, including tanks, macy is for, but so far it isn’t working. parking lots | asphalt paving recent systematic recrossed the border on 24 August fifty km. south Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist view, which examined of Donetsk, the capital of the other rebel prov- whose articles on world affairs are published in a wealth of existing ince, and is trying to open a corridor to that city. 45 countries.

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Jacquie Corkery walks 30-year graduates through a tour of Ponoka Secondary Campus Aug. 30. There were two high school reunions over the weekend.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Blast from the past for two high school reunion groups

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Changes at Ponoka Secondary Campus were a hot topic for two high school reunion groups last weekend.

Graduates of the former Ponoka Composite High School had a chance to reminisce about the good old days during a tour of the school and a get together for each group; the first was the 30-year high school graduates and the second was the 40-year graduates group.

Tammy Henkelman helped organize the event for the 30-year group.

She felt this was a good opportunity to bring old classmates together.

Approximately 100 graduates responded and enjoyed time for a reunion at the Stagecoach Saloon over the weekend.

Gunnar DeBruijn graduated in 1985. He works in Texas and travelled back for the reunion. “It’s a lot more open than it used to be.”

He enjoyed seeing the new technologies in the school and the use of Google Chrome Books.

“It’s cool how things progress,” said DeBruijn.

Another graduate was Bonnie Longjohn. She enjoyed seeing old classmates.

“Some I haven’t seen in 30 years,” she stated.

This high school reunion brought graduates from 1983 to 1985 and LongJohn said it was a joy to see most of the changes at the school.

“The library’s a little shocking.

It’s a sign of the times,” she said.

40-year graduates recall their high school years It took some time and use of the social media website Facebook for planners to bring together 40-year graduates of the Ponoka Composite High School. Debbie Hycha helped co-ordinate the event and she said the entire weekend was a good opportunity to catch up.

“We had 71 that we fed. We seemed to get good reviews that everyone was happy,” said Hycha.

Seeing the changes at the Campus was an enjoyable part of their tour and the open concept was refreshing for her. This is the third reunion for this group and about half of the graduates attended last weekend.

Members of the group can be found all around the world. They had greetings from Denmark, South Africa, the United States, New Zealand and Nepal.

Linda Shantz helped co-ordinate the weekend and she enjoyed meeting with the planning committee and talking about their days in at the high school. She said planners discussed reaching out to each other every year with the hopes of a reunion every five years.

The 40-year group spent time at the Ponoka Legion after their high school tour and Hycha said they hosted a fun “Amazing Race” game where attendees tried to find old landmarks.

PONOKA NEWS 15

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

New fitness park slated for September

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Fitness buffs may be pleased to hear that Town of Ponoka planners have ordered the pieces for an outdoor fitness park and construction is set to start right away.

Space has been cleared and equipment has arrived for the new Ponoka Fitness Park to be located near the Scout Hall.

Last year, town councillors and administration outlined recreation priorities for residents and building this fitness park was one of them, explained Wes Amendt, director of community services. “It is part of our playground development plan.”

He said the town hired the services of The Playground Guys, a company in Olds, specializing in playground and outdoor fitness equipment.

A total of $20,000 for equipment and installation comprise the cost for the outdoor fitness package and Amendt said the town is using extra rubber compound mats for the flooring of the outdoor gym.

Recently the town installed rubber compound sidewalks near the old hospital and there was enough remaining to use on this new park.

There are seven units that target different muscles in the body: • A Sit-up Bench for abs.

• A Pilates Flexor for abs.

• Press-Pull Hercules unit for chest and back work.

• Air Walker for legs and glutes.

• Rowing Trainer for back exercises.

• Quad Leg Press for arms and back work.

• Elliptical Trainer for legs and shoulder training.

Amendt is excited to complete the project and believes the landscaping and other work will be completed in the spring. Town planners had decided on the company in the early spring but Amendt says there was a 10 to 12 week delivery time once ordered, which is why the equipment was not brought in sooner.

He looks forward to seeing its completion. “It’s one of those things that I can check off the list that people are asking for.”

This equipment is designed to be out in the elements, added Amendt. He says the materials are similar to that of a playground and are meant to be outside 365 days a year.

Equipment was chosen to suit the needs of resi-

This illustration gives an idea of how the new outdoor fitness park will look. Completion is set for September sometime and the park is located near the Scout Hall.

Illustration courtesy of the Town of Ponoka

dents and Amendt says people of all ages can access the fitness park. Installation is set for the week of Sept.

8 and Amendt hopes construction will be complete by mid to late September.

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Sex, lies . . . continued from page 13 In practice, this means that we will have more family doctors, and that they will, on average, be working fewer hours than their older counterparts in the years to come.

In fact, one recent Canadian study found that the number of hours of direct patient care provided by male physicians has been declining, and that this trend has had a far more substantial impact on overall effective supply than the difference in work hours and patterns between males and females.

It also turns out that hours of work is an overly simplistic and misleading indicator of service delivery volume or quality anyway. Several studies have found that female

physicians spend more time with each of their patients, and deal with more problems in a single appointment. They also write fewer prescriptions for medications, while being more likely to provide patients with counseling and to refer them on to specialists or for laboratory tests.

We did find one cause for concern.

Our analysis found that female physicians are less likely to provide care in settings other than the office (home, hospital or long-term care), or outside of regular office hours. This could increase the reliance on already-stretched emergency departments and walk-in clinics as a source of primary healthcare.

Female physicians in general, and female family practitioners specifically, continue to maintain a different set of unpaid work and family responsibilities than their male counterparts. One recent study found that female family doctors who have children work more than 90 hours per week if unwaged household responsibilities are included. This was considerably more than the fewer than 70 hours worked by male family doctors who have children. Another study reported that the reduction in work time caused by having children under the age of 18 is twice as large for women as is it is for men. Female family physicians are also more likely to be involved in the care of elder family members.

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Six per cent not a vote of confidence in leadership hopefuls Tiny fraction of small business owners say their priorities are being adequately addressed by candidates in race for premier The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released last week new survey results that shows only six per cent of entrepreneurs feel small business priorities have been reflected in the race to become the new provincial Progressive Conservative (PC) leader and Alberta’s next premier.

“Alberta’s entrepreneurs have been hoping for a meaningful debate

about small business issues and policies during the leadership race, but clearly most of them now believe there has been precious little. Sadly, the leadership hopefuls appear to have become sidetracked by bickering about mis-use of government aircraft, the appropriateness of paid party memberships, and excessive roaming charges on cell phone bills”, says CFIB Alberta Director, Richard

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Entrepreneurs were asked: Are your small business priorities being reflected in the Alberta Progressive Conservative (PC) leadership race?

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Academic program offered at Youth Centre

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The students of Ponoka are being given more academic and personal support than ever thanks to a new Ponoka Youth Centre program determined to brighten youths’ futures.

Rogers Raising the Grade, along with 40 Boys and Girls Clubs across Canada, has aimed to increase academic skills and graduation rates by giving students in grades 8 to 12 the encouragement and tools needed.

Program co-ordinator Leah Cline says a new technology centre for the program has been set up within the Youth Centre with computers full of software and websites linked from Rogers’ main program portal.

The centre was completed mid-August. “It’s brand new for us this year,” said Cline.

A specialized website has the capacity to help students set academic goals, track post-secondary schools’ program requirements and employment rates. It can also help students decide what courses they need to take to foster their interests and advance their career paths.

“Then there’s badges they can earn to show future employers,” said Cline.

Ponoka’s program is looking for 20 interested students as well as mentors and tutors willing to commit Mondays and Thursdays after school.

“It’s student driven,” said Cline. “We have weekly themes, but it’s very interest driven.”

“It’s a place to get additional help and support but also a place to discover your interest and what they can do with them,” said Beth Reitz, executive director.

Along with in-house support, the students will also take field trips to postsecondary institutions, job sites and listen to guest speakers.

Cline says mentoring is not an academic role within the program, but they are there to support the students in their pursuits.

While tutors will be brought in for the program, Cline says volunteer tutors are also welcomed.

“Anyone who feels proficient enough in any of the subjects.”

Information and orientation nights for volunteers are being held Sept. 11 and 17 respectively. Both are at the Youth Centre from 4 to 5 p.m.

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Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Ponoka golfers help raise money for charity

Ponoka charity golfers with gold medalist curler ladies: (l-r)Elaine Lysons, Kaitlyn Lawes, Melodie Woods, Jennifer Jones, Craig Woods, Jill Officer, Don Lysons, Dawn Askin.

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Our very own business persons from Ponoka, Melodie and Craig Woods of World Financial Group (WFG) and Don and Elaine Lysons of Property Guys attended a charity golf classic on Aug. 26 at Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria.

The monies raised at this event goes to the WFG Charitable Trust and this year amounted to an amazing $313,000 for this one-day event. This money is then used to match community fundraising efforts all across Canada. Ponoka has already received some of this money to support our local Kidsport chapter.

Some of the other charities supported in 2013/2014 are: Alberta Cancer Foundation, BC Cancer Foundation, BC Children’s Hospital, Boys and Girls Clubs, Society of Edmonton and & Area, Canadian Cancer Society, Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Food for the Hungry, Canada, Ft McMurray Family Crisis Society, Heart and StroKe Foundation, International China Concern, Kelowna Schizophrenia Society, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Kidsport Ponoka, Love Global, Movember Canada, ALS Lou`s Gehrigs`s Disease, Rowan House Emergency Shelter, The Jessica Charitable Foundation, The Children`s Wish Foundation, Mustcular Dystrophy Canada, Norwood School, Parkinsons Society Maritime Region, The West Island Association for the Intellectually Handicapped, Ronald McDonald House BC, The Epilepsy Assoc. of Nova Scotia, Tim Horton`s Children`s Foundation.

The celebrities at the event were the gold med-

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alist curlers sponsored by WFG- Jennifer Jones, Kaitlyn Lawes, Jill Officer, and Dawn Askin; and Pinball Clemins. It was an amazing event that brought us all together for an amazing cause and it was a privilege to bring our community interests to this event. I look forward to helping more community efforts through applying for these matching grants support by the WFG Charitable Trust.

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High school rodeo celebrates 25 years of work

The Battle River High School Rodeo is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and helped develop many young cowboys into professional rodeo athletes.

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Members of the Battle River High School Rodeo Association (BRHRA) can give themselves a pat on the back when they celebrate their 25th anniversary.

Countless high school rodeo athletes have kept a strong tradition of high school rodeo in Ponoka, which had its humble beginning from Gail Bresee and Larry Schaber who wanted to see kids stay in the area for local high school rodeos.

“When it first started, we noticed a real need,” reminisced Bresee.

Not having their own rodeos in central Alberta, many kids would travel to the United States for an opportunity to compete.

She said once they decided to move forward with the BRHRA and hosting their first rodeo, two groups were instrumental in getting things up and running. The Ponoka Stampede and Exhibition Association and the Ponoka Agricultural Society donated a sum of money for that first, memorable rodeo, explained Bresee.

Since then the Stampede Association has allowed the group to meet at the Stampede offices and host the rodeo in the Stampede Grounds. Not once has the BRHRA had to pay to use the grounds either, explained Bresee. She is grateful for their ongoing support and feels both groups knew that this was an investment in Ponoka’s young rodeo athletes.

One reason for their continued

operation has been the kids taking ownership of the program. Bresee says they operate the BRHRA in a similar format to the 4-H clubs. An adult leader helps guide the group through meetings and organizing rodeos but it is the young athletes who have taken responsibility and put together fundraising.

“As long as they’re helping financially, they feel really good about it,” said Bresee.

She feels hosting the rodeo also gives them a better understanding of what it takes to get the stock and contractors to these events. Like most athletic programs, the rodeo athletes must also be a student in good standing. “(In) Alberta high school rodeo, you have to be in school and you have to have grades or you can’t compete.”

Keeping their programs going was possible through working at the Bingo Hall for many years, which helped start their scholarship program. The association works to ensure its members have a chance to head to nationals in the United States and offers financial assistance to those that make it.

Bresee said there are countless individuals who have helped ensure the BRHRA continues in a strong tradition. Many of the young athletes who started out with the group have moved on to become professional rodeo athletes.

This year’s BRHSA rodeo weekend is set for Sept. 13 and 14.

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For the rest of your life, you’ll always regret it “To This Day” by eryone like you, can say Shane Koyczan “We Made It.” c.2014, Annick Press From its beginnings $19.95 U.S. & Canada as a poem written from 70 pages author Shane KoycWith two bigger zan’s experiences, to boys standing over him, a song, then to a video the look on his face created with the help was a look of sadness, of 86 animators, “To like he never expected This Day” is filled with anything different. Like some of the most powhe’d been waiting for it. erful words you may And you’ll regret forevever read. er that you never stuck Terri up for him, because you Told from the point Schlichenmeyer of view of a maturewere scared.

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“Nature is larger and bigger than all of us. It’s crazy to think that man can dominate nature.”

Anselme Selosse issued this profound statement while explaining his winemaking philosophy one recent morning at his small property in Avize, a village in Champagne’s Côte des Blancs.

“Wines must show the characteristics of the place,” he continued. “Illuminating the vineyard is my obsession.”

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This concept -- the notion of terroir -- is hardly unique. Winemakers across the world wax poetically about how “wine is made in the vineyard.”

When Selosse took over his father’s winery in 1974, however, such talking points weren’t yet clichéd. In Champagne, especially, few producers cared about such things.

There were exceptions, of course. But most of the large producers that dominated the region sought simply to deliver a consistent product each year. They purchased grapes from thousands of growers across Champagne and paid by the ton.

So growers sought to “dominate nature,” maximizing yields by utilizing fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.

The results were predictably atrocious, but it didn’t matter. For most producers and virtually every consumer, Champagne wasn’t about wine; it was about luxury.

So Selosse’s philosophy wasn’t just unusual, it was downright revolutionary.

Selosse learned to care about the quality of the fruit underneath a wine in Burgundy, where he was inspired by the legendary vignerons at Domaine Coche-Dury, Domaine Leflaive, and Domaine des Comtes Lafon.

Shortly after taking over his father’s vineyard holdings, Selosse began moving towards organic farming, obsessing over his land, and managing yields with a focus on quality. He started to push ripeness to its physiological extreme, a difficult feat in France’s northernmost wine region.

In the cellar, Selosse chose to focus on his vin clair -- the still wine that’s created before secondary fermentation -- because “[it] shows that all the flavors are there; bubbles are just an accessory.”

Although soft-spoken, Selosse speaks with the fervor of a firebrand preacher, the charm of a practiced storyteller, and the passion of a zealous philosopher.

As we chatted in his cellar, Selosse talked at great length about the microorganisms that live in a vineyard’s soil -- and the unique characteristics they bring to his wines.

To illustrate this theme, he pointed towards the ceiling, where the hindquarters of several pigs were hanging, slowly curing. For Selosse, the difference between Prosciutto di Parma, Jamon Iberico, and Jambon de Bayonne can be explained entirely by the flora, fauna, and fungi the pigs feed on in different regions of the world. He quickly extended the argument to cheese, milk, and saké.

A moment later, Selosse pulled out a cigarette lighter, found a piece of paper, and lit it on fire.

Within seconds, he was left with a small pile of ash. Since all living things resolve to little more than carbon, he said, the identity of everything we consume is found in the ground.

“Nowhere else in the world can you make wines with the flavors we have here,” he explained, bringing it all back to Champagne.

Scientific? Perhaps not. But with wines that are so extraordinarily expressive, I’m a believer.

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A game to remember for local golfer

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

On Monday, Aug. 25, Ponoka golfer Jared Nicolls had the game of a lifetime during the McLennan Ross Junior Golf Tour at the Wolf Creek Golf Resort.

This was one game for the history books for Nicolls, who not only scored a career first hole-in-one but also sunk a long downhill 66-foot putt that clinched the number one spot of the tournament.

Nicolls finished with a score of 69, one under the 70-par course but winning the tournament did not seem to be in the cards for the avid golfer. Nicolls was a few strokes behind long-time friend AJ Armstrong and winning was going to take some definite concentration. He started the day in sixth place.

“He was ahead of me by two shots most of the day,” said Nicolls.

The first big break was the holein-one on the Hole 7, the 16th hole played that day. “I aimed it right in the middle of the green with a 50 de-

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gree wedge,” he said explaining how he configured the shot.

Heavy winds helped bring the ball closer to the flag and with two bounces, it made it. This tied the game between Armstrong and Nicolls. With two more holes to play the pressure was on to do well, but Armstrong was not about to give up.

On Hole 8 — the 17th hole played — Armstrong birdied the hole while Nicolls made par, this tied the score with only one hole left. Nicolls said Armstrong played a safer game on the last hole making a shorter hit.

Nicolls on the other hand made a risky drive that put him in the rough.

“I’m in the rough from the bottom of the hill from 94-yards,” stated Nicolls.

Making matters worse, Armstrong’s second hit put his ball eight or nine feet from the hole while Nicolls’s second shot put him on the green 66 feet away. Admitting to usually getting nervous in such circumstances, Nicolls nevertheless tried to stay calm under the

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Ponoka golfer Jared Nicolls celebrates his win during the McLennan Ross Junior Golf Tournament at the Wolf Creek Golf Course Aug. 25. Nicolls won the tournament by one stroke.

Photo courtesy of Jared Nicolls

pressure.

He sunk the ball all the way down the long green. “This putt was straight downhill with lots of left and right breaks.”

Armstrong missed the putt that would tie the game and Nicolls ended up with the win. He also earned himself the Order of Merit trophy for the

tour.

The summer golf season has been a good one for Nicolls, who won four of the five tournaments he took part. He has been speaking with different universities and hopes to earn himself an athletic scholarship.

Junior Broncs power through first loss against Lacombe

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The first football game of the season for the junior Broncs may not have finished with an ideal point spread, but head coach Scott MacGregor knows he has an uphill battle.

The final score against the Lacombe Raiders Aug. 30 was 64-6 with Ponoka scoring their only touchdown in the fourth quarter. Broncs’ number 9 Sean Rowland made a huge kick return that rejuvenated the spirits of the young team.

Fans could tell the Broncs were in for a tough game as the Raiders had more than 30 players on their bench while Ponoka had under 20. The coach’s focus is for his team to play as best as possible.

“They’re only allowed 12 men on the field and so are we. It’s just a matter of getting a few more guys,” said MacGregor.

“I don’t worry much about the other team…I just focus on my team and try to adjust and try to have success,” he added.

Once school starts, he expects his roster to fill up. MacGregor did not let the large point difference stop him from taking opportunities during half time to drill

some key lessons for players.

There were moments of clarity for the team who generally had trouble driving the ball down the field. Rowland’s touchdown and some key defensive plays showed that the team is capable of making plays. MacGregor said with more training, the junior Broncs will be able to hone their skills.

“That’ll all come too as we get more guys and as we get more aware of what their assignment is in each position.”

This is the second year of football for this young team and MacGregor’s goal is to develop the team’s unity. “It’s very rewarding coaching these guys because they give so much effort and so much heart.”

MacGregor is pleased to once again be sponsored by Cervus Equipment and he says Hamilton’s IGA has donated food to the team to sell during games. Cody Baird is the defensive co-ordinator and Alain Bussiere has recently stepped up as offensive co-ordinator.

The junior Broncs’ next game is Saturday, Sept. 6, with a start time yet to be announced.

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The junior Broncs football player take down a Lacombe Raiders player during the first bantam game of the season Aug. 30. The Broncs lost 64-6.

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Alberta cowboy inducted into U.S. hall of fame

Alberta cowboy Bob Robinson has just been inducted into the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Rodeo Hall of Fame in Oklahoma, OK and is heading to the ceremony in September.

Photo courtesy of the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

When old time cowboy Bob Robinson heard he was nominated as an inductee into the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum Rodeo Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City, OK, he felt proud and excited.

The Millet resident has had a long and illustrious career as a cowboy including winning the average at the National Finals Rodeo in 1962, all around champion in Edmonton in 1956 and saddlebronc champion at the Calgary Stampede the same year plus more champion buckles than is possible to put in one article.

That same year, Robinson earned the title of Canadian Champion Saddlebronc Rider.

Robinson started out as a bareback rider and steer wrestler but found a strong desire to be a saddlebronc rider and bull rider. Robinson said he jumped into competitive bull riding when bulls were newly introduced to the sport.

Prior to riding bulls, cowboys would ride steers, explained Robinson. “Bulls are a little bigger, stronger and faster.”

Not only was Robinson heavily involved in

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the competitive rodeo circuit from the 1950s to the late 1960s, he was instrumental in negotiating a 10-year contract with Northlands in Edmonton in 2004 bringing $1 million in prize money to the Canadian Finals Rodeo. The agreement with Northlands was to add $200,000 every year in prize money.

Being a cowboy is in Robinson’s blood. His father was involved in the rodeo circuit in the 1920s and ’30s and even after returning from the Second World War, his father would compete.

Robinson is now 83-years-old and the cowboy has continued competing in milder roping events and only recently took a break. “I was roping up to this year.”

“I decided I’d retire and see if I can’t get into any shape,” he added.

Recognition in Canada occurred in 1997 when Robinson was inducted into the Canadian Professional Rodeo Hall of Fame. There can be no doubt as to Robinson’s love for the sport. Over the period of 1991 to 1998, Robinson won four titles as heeler in the Canadian Senior Pro Rodeo Association.

He also served as president of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association, the Canadian Rodeo Cowboys Association and the Canadian Senior Pro Rodeo Association.

Robinson is heading to the induction ceremony Sept. 26 and 27 at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.

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On his off time, he can be found at the Ponoka Industrial Airport working with OmniProcative, but his schedule is usually full training for the Olympics.

Carsen Campbell has been training for the Olympics full time for the last four years and entered the world of biathlon (cross-country skiing and shooting) eight years ago.

With his training Campbell is aiming for the 2018 and 2022 Olympics. “I’m on the development team. I’m one of the Canadian biathlon athletes that have potential,” he said.

He is one of six males on the team.

Campbell has named attending the Olympics as one of his life goals. “I’d be super, super happy,” he said.

Spending 20 to 30 hours per week training, along with recovery time, Campbell says it can take up a whole day and is more time consuming than a full time job. “Pretty much 100 per cent of your time goes into training.”

“I really enjoy training fill time,” he added However, one of Campbell’s biggest obstacles is the financial constraint. Biathlon is not well funded in Canada and athletes use a lot of their own money to sustain their athletic careers.

To keep himself going, Campbell relies on some of the money he makes from gigs as a professional bagpiper. “It’s a pretty fun way to make money,” he says.

Campbell’s mother pushed him into lessons, which he took from age 11 to 17.

For a few years, he played in a competitive band across North America and Scotland but had to quit when he began training full time.

He began his winter sport activities as a young child playing hockey, but his mother felt it was more appropriate for him to get involved in skiing instead. Not completely convinced at first, Campbell has completely immersed himself in biathlon.

For the last three years, Campbell has competed at the World Junior Championships, where he has one more year of eligibility. His best performance there earned him 14th place.

Campbell has also attended the International Biathlon Union (IBU) in Italy, Germany and Austria.

Next year, in February, the IBU will be held in Canmore — where he trains — consisting of five races over the course of two weeks.

Campbell says some of the toughest teams come out of Russia, Norway and Germany, and he looks forward to competing against them without the hindrance of jet lag.

“It’s incredibly stiff. It’s really tough,” said Campbell, referring to the competition level.

Next year, a World Cup is also being held in Canmore and Campbell is also working to get there.

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What’s Happening

Employment

Services Directory

Items Buy/Sell

Agriculture

Rental & Real Estate

Vehicles

Public Notice

50-70

700-920

1010-1430

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3000-4310

5010-5240

6010

5019A Chipman Ave. Box 4217 Ponoka, AB T4J 1R6

EMAIL: classifieds@ponokanews.com

Celebrations

Meetings

80th Birthday Party

Hugh Jones CREASEY (Jackson) Glenna Jean May 26 1928 - Aug. 25 2014

Glenna Jean Creasey passed away peacefully at the Lacombe Hospital at the age of 86 years after a courageous battle with cancer. A loving and devoted mother, she is survived by her children; Gerald Creasey and Dominique Cayouette and Grant and Wendy Creasey, all of Lacombe. Barry Creasey from Hinton and Judy Gillis of Red Deer. Her grandson Mathew and Stephanie Gillis of Lacombe and their sons Reid, Lane, and Evan. Her granddaughter Jenni and Warren Jones and their son’s Levi and Torrin. Glenna was the youngest of three children and was predeceased by her sister Beulah Grant in 1995 and brother Gerald Jackson in 2010. The entire family thanks Dr. Ken Smit and the Lacombe Hospital Nursing Staff for the comforting care received. Their professional and compassionate care during a difficult time is a shining example of excellence in healthcare. Thank You! A memorial of Glenna’s life will be held at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel 6120 Highway 2A, Lacombe, AB on Tuesday September 2, at 1:00 p.m. Condolences may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of arrangements.

Phone: 403.782.3366 or 403.843.3388 “A Caring Family, Caring for Families”

Card Of Thanks

Sept. 7 at the Ponoka Seniors Drop In Centre 2 - 5 p.m.

No gifts please Just the company of family and friends

Celebrations

Reached a Milestone?

Share it!

What’s Happening #50 - # 70

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

Coming Events

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BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS

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AL-ANON WEEKLY MEETING FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF ALCOHOLICS. Tuesdays 8 p.m.

Neighborhood Place 5115 - 49 Ave., Ponoka For more info 403-783-4557

ALATEEN

Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m.

Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info.

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

THURSDAY AA Meetings at 8:30 p.m. in the Catholic Church basement.

52 Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka.

403-783-4347 403-783-3442 Start your career!

See Help Wanted

LOOK WHO’S 50!

Love Jen and kids and all your family

1.887.223.3311

Show Your Appreciation!

Mentors make a

difference 403-783-3112

YOUR PAPER!

Obituaries

FAX: 403-783-6300

RECYCLE

Announcements

CALL TOLL FREE:

ADPACK ALL IN 1

TO ADVERTISE YOUR SALE HERE — CALL 309-3300 A special Thank You to everyone who came and shared in our 50th Anniversary celebration. For all the good wishes, cards and gifts - THANK YOU! We are truly blessed to have so many dear friends.

Also thank you to our precious children and grandchildren for all their hard work that made it happen.

We thank God for all of you Carol & Carl Jensen

www.ponokanews.com

Ponoka

GARAGE SALE Friday, Sept. 5 • 10am – 5pm Saturday, Sept. 6 • 9am – 4pm

With a Classified Thank You Ad in the

5715 – 51 Ave. behind Centennial Park Pictures, frames, tools, household, small freezer

ANNOUNCEMENTS!

Buying or Selling your home?

Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds

1.877.223.3311

You can sell your guitar for a song... or put it in CLASSIFIEDS and we’ll sell it for you!

Ponoka

MOVING SALE Saturday, Sept. 6 9 am – 2 pm

Antiques, couches, coffee tables, entertainment center, bedroom suites, desks, toys, lamps, home décor, crystal, teacher resources & books, etc.

4 km west on Hwy 53 Last house on south side of Hwy 53 before the overpass. Follow signs.

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AG EQUIPMENT

Oilfield

Al York

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

Rimbey, AB

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

Caregivers/Aides ................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 Volunteers Wanted ............890 Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 Career Planning ................920

Must have safety tickets.

No experience necessary.

Will train. Fax resume to 403-746-5131 or email smittysoilfield@gmail.com Looking for a place to live?

Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS

LOOKING FOR

OPERATOR

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Caregivers/ Aides

for Stiff Boom Picker/Crane.

Valid drivers licence w/clean abstract required.

Possibility of apprenticeship available.

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

ZUBAR Production Services is currently taking resumes for experienced Production Testing Personnel Email resume to: rdzubaroffice@telus.net or fax to (403)346-9420.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

HOOF TRIMMING

Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in the lives of others?

W3 GOAT DYNASTY

Northcott Lodge Nursing Home in Ponoka, Alberta is currently seeking a full time LPN (maternity leave) to work in our 73 bed long term care facility.

SHANE & DARLA WILLIAMS

403-704-0058 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

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

All interested applicants are welcome to submit their resume to: Fax: 403-783-6420 Email: tserle@northcottcarecentre.com www.qualicarehealthservices.com

Restaurant/ Hotel

TANKMASTER RENTALS req’s Exp’d Class 1 Fluid Haulers for Central Alberta. Oilfield tickets req’d. Competitive wages and benefits. admin@tankmaster.ca or fax 403-340-8818 Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

HOUSEKEEPER F/T needed at Ponoka Stampeder Inn, Rate of pay dependent on experience, at least $11.75/hr.

Resumes dropped at front desk or email: stampederinn@gmail.com Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

850

Trades

Experienced Roofers and Siders Needed F/T work. Competitive wages. Call or email resume. 403-846-7201 allan@primoroofing.com

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

HOOF TRIMMING • Equipped for various small hoofed animals • Portable electronic tilt table • Reliable & efficient • Practicing Animal Biosecurity/ Herd Health

Clerical

720

LOOKING FOR

Oilfield Maintenance Labourer /Swamper

790

Medical

800

Oilfield

AN ALBERTA OILFIELD company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided.

Drug testing required.

780-723-5051.

Employment #700 - #920

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

800

Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT

Professionals

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

We offer training, excellent remuneration and benefit package.

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

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

403.783.3311

810 Excellent opportunity with ground breaking technology!

Diamond Laser Cladding (DLC), formed from a partnership between Manluk Industries and Stream-Flo Industries, was recently established to offer proprietary cladding technology to the oil and gas industry. Using an advanced computer guided laser welding process and diamond pellets, DLC provides specialized diamond-cladding solutions uniquely suited to down-hole drilling components and other applications. DLC’s initial facility is located in Wetaskiwin, Alberta.

Operations Manager

820

Operations Manager - will provide effective leadership to all DLC operational activities, including strategic planning, best practices/continuous improvement, production scheduling, supervision, customer service, quality and safety, as well as general oversight of sales activities. The Operations Manager will ensure that DLC operations meet business and budgetary goals and objectives as established by DLC Directors. This position is based in Wetaskiwin, Alberta.

is now looking for energetic upbeat friendly people for all shifts FT AND PT AVAILABLE Apply at Ponoka Subway #5 4800 Hwy 2A Email: rdsubwaycareers.com or online at mysubwaycareer.com

FT/PT SERVERS Must be over 18yrs

FT/PT LINE COOKS Min 2 years experience Apply in person to 4405 Hwy 2A

Preferred candidates will possess leadership experience in a manufacturing/production environment, with a solid understanding of production planning & scheduling. Familiarity with quality programs, previous experience in oilfield equipment manufacturing and/or cladding activities, and post-secondary education in mechanical engineering or technology are assets.

Account Manager Account Manager - will provide effective leadership to DLC sales activities, focusing on Western Canada, including sales and marketing, customer relations, bids and proposals, quotations, sales forecasting and sales reporting. This position can be based in Edmonton, the Wetaskiwin region, Red Deer or Calgary.

Preferred candidates will possess five years B2B sales experience in the oil and gas equipment, manufacturing and/or service industry, a proven track record for initiating and establishing effective customer relationships, and the ability to understand technical elements of the business. Applicants must be able to travel on a regular basis.

DLC offers prospective employees a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit program, as well as the opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial environment.

Apply to DLC as follows: E-Mail: HR@DLCCLAD.COM Mail: DLC Cladding, 4020 - 48 Street, Wetaskiwin, Alberta, T9A 2V4 We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.

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Trades

850

FULL TIME LICENSED MECHANIC OR APPRENTICE REQUIRED FOR BUSY AUTOMOTIVE SHOP Monday to Friday/No weekends Drop off resume at 5503 - 54 Street or fax: 403-783-6220

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Trades

850

SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION

MAVERICK Supply

Requires Full Time

Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

INSIDE SALES PERSON Required for Ponoka Oilfield Supply Store

Q Endorsement preferred.

Competitive Wages & Benefits.

Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca

Duties to include: Inside Sales, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Heavy Lifting Involved, Clerical Duties, Deliveries, Operating Forklift, Shipping & Receiving

Tired of Standing?

Find something to sit on in Classifieds

Please Send Resume to: Email: rick.davies@meridianvalve.ca Fax: (403) 843 - 3775 In Person: 5618 – 44th St, Rimbey

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880

CUTTINGEDGE TIRE RECYCLING LP

TIRE REPAIR PERSON

Required for maintenance and repair of truck and trailer fleet. Experience is an asset, but will train right candidate.

Excellent wages and company benefits.

Please submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com (Re: Tire Person)

in Ponoka County is currently recruiting for the following positions:

860

Required Immediately School Bus Drivers Full-Time Pay for Part-Time Work!

Regular Routes and Spare Driver Positions Available

To apply, or for more information, please contact: Michael Haworth mhaworth@cuttingedgerubber.com 780-455-9350 ext 3 (office) 780-499-2029 (cell) 780-452-5666 (fax)

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880

Have a rewarding career with a company you’ll be excited to represent. Big Country Energy Services Inc. is a premier pipeline and facilities construction company servicing western Canada and we’re currently looking to build our business with a dedicated team, who will prosper with us and share our focus of dynamic customer service. We’re currently accepting resumes for the following positions from anyone who has experience in our industry and shares our vision of a safe, responsible workplace:

Parts Runner Big Country Energy Services is proud to lead the charge on creating a drug and alcohol free work environment; pre-employment testing is required. If you are looking to be part of an innovative team who offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits and an excellent work environment, please submit your resume, copies of oilfield tickets and current driver’s abstract to:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #66 Ponoka Big Country Energy Services Inc.

PARTTIME HELP WANTED IN THE DOMINION LOUNGE Resumes may be dropped off at the Legion or mail: Royal Canadian Legion Branch #66 Ponoka 3911 Hwy 2A, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8

TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.

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6709 44 Avenue Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: (403) 783-4670

ENERGY SERVICES INC. a MasTec company

880

LOOKING FOR HARVEST HELP on a grain farm south of Ponoka Clean Class 1 or 3 license required Experience and asset, but can train the right person

Email: Dharris@bces.com

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

BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Gradingor&Cell: Construction Call Jim Ashbough 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 Jack 403-783-5283 or Cell: 403-588-0597 Call JimSurbey Ashbough 783-2764 or Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 783-5283 Cell: 588-0597

OVERHEAD DOORS

403-350-8515 www.doorsondemand.ca ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

FALL START •

Community Support Worker Program

•

GED Preparation Would you like to take the GED in your community?

• • • • • • • • • •

Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Castor Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Lacombe Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

Big on Career Satisfaction.

Call Hobbema Transport at 403-783-5259 or 780-585-2424

870

GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years.

Protected territories.

Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.

GROUNDS CREW

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

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

Business Opportunities

NIGHTSHIFT MACHINE OPERATORS

Qualification Desired:

We offer:

CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS

HEAVY EQUIPMENT & MACHINE OPERATORS

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

860

TRENCHUK LIVESTOCK HAULING requires Class 1 Drivers. Alberta wide work, competitive wages. Call Michael at 780-656-0053, Smoky Lake

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.

Truckers/ Drivers

Truckers/ Drivers

403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca EXPERIENCE is an asset.

We offer free recruitment services for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll free 1-855-286-0306.

F/T INSTALLER/REPAIR TECH. needed in Calgary.

Travel involved, expenses covered. Valid Class 5 license, weekends off.

Mechanical ability an asset. Please email resume to michelle@equipmentpro .ca or fax 403-279-8214

403-963-5000 TAXI SERVICES New Town Taxi & Delivery Ponoka’s preferred Taxi & Delivery Service • Low Flat Rates • Book ahead for off hour trips • Airport service • Ponoka • Edmonton • Red Deer • Calgary

403-963-2034 BOTTLE DEPOT

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

Closed Sundays & Holidays We Now Recycle Milk Cartons for Deposit

3, 5520 Hwy 2A (Across from Husky)

403-783-6875 SALES & SERVICE

LOCAL Government inspected meat packing plant NW of Bashaw looking for F/T or P/T help.

Willing to train. Meat Cutter/Butcher. Contact Rick 780-372-2178 TRENCHUK CATTLE CO. in Smoky Lake, Alberta is currently hiring a Herd Health Person & Pencheckers $22-30/hour.

Also General Labourers $20-23/hour depending on experience or ability. Fax resume to 780-656-3962 or call Willy 780-656-0052.

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

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DENTISTRY

Misc.

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Employment Training

880

RIMBEYDENTALCARE

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.

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

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

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

900

Sunrise Village, Seniors Supportive Living has the following position available:

• CASUAL COOK • DIETARY AIDE • CASUAL/PART TIME HEALTH CARE AIDES Email or fax your resume to: Loretta Nickerson, Administrator, Sunrise Village 4004-40th Street Close, Ponoka, Alberta, T4J 0A3 Email: lnickerson@sunrisevillages.com Phone: 403-783-3373 Fax: 403-783-3324 www.sunrisevillages.com

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

Looking for a new pet?

Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.

MEDICAL BILLING trainees needed! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work!

1-888-627-0297.

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

Employment Training

900

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

Work from Home!

EYE CARE

There is a huge demand for CanScribe Career College Medical Transcription graduates.

Enroll today!

Drs. Heimdahl, ZoBell & Kallal

info@canscribe.com 1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com

“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS�

403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA

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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

BOBCAT SERVICES

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MOST out of your advertising dollars with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...

Large & Small Jobs

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Let us amplify your message!

THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average).

Covers: hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. Apply today! 1-844-453-5372.

RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME & leg cramps? Fast relief in one hour. Sleep at night.

Proven for over 32 years; www.allcalm.com. Mon-Fri, 8-4 EST. 1-800-765-8660.

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OUR SPECIALITY

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

Berni's Refrigeration 403-783-4880

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Being a new parent isn’t easy . . .

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

Painters/ Decorators

Welding

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Welding

1410

F.J.B. PAINTING fjbpainting@hotmail.com

Quality First Always • Free Quotes

Add this feature to your next career ad booking

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

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+).

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Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

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

1400

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CLINKERS KENNELS

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

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Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face.

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

Pet Services

“Committed to your comfort�

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INT • EXT RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL 403-307-4691

Personal Services

and Appliance Service

HEATING

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plus GST/HST

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

403-783-0663

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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GET YOUR 1210 BUSINESS OUT THERE

VITAMIX Blenders Summer Sale. Free shipping anywhere in Canada. Mention this ad and receive a free pure milk nut bag. Call Hometech, Regina, SK, 1-888-692-6724 or www.hometechcanada.ca.

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000.

Calgary 403-228-1300/ 1-800-347-2540.

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Value Ad Network

ANYT ANYTHING & EVER EVERYTHING

robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com

Health Care

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BRUCE’S BOBCAT

Robin Esau

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Legal Services

• 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

HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm; Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.

403-783-6272

www.clinkerskennels.ca

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Need RV or Self Storage?

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

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

First Call Towing

783-3636

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

4-MAJOR OILFIELD Service Companies Dispersal.

Tues., Sept. 9, 9 a.m., MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds, Alberta. Picker trucks, pickups, snowcats, skid steer & attachments, man lifts, zoom booms, forklifts, Dodge 3500 w/blade, breathing trailers, safety equipment, standby emergency units, IHC 4300 ambulance, enclosed & equipment trailers, Ind. Plant & NG compression tools & parts, Mech. Ser. Body, ATV’s, JD 5093E tractor, JD 630 disc bine, & more.

Internet bidding at bidspotter.com or www.montgomeryauctions.com 1-800-371-6963.

AUCTION SALE Saturday September 6 at 10 a.m.

Roy/Jeanne Thiessen & Bob Hamper # 54 Valarosa Crossing **Didsbury A.B.** Snap on Tools & tool boxes, Hand & Power tools, Yard & garden, Tractors, Household, Collectibles, Check the web for full listing & pictures…

Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com

Auctions

1530

AUCTION SALE. Sept. 6 & 7. Large 2-Day Collector Car, quality antiques, acreage tools. Approx. 3 miles out of Spruce Grove, Alberta. Details at: www.spectrumauctioneering.com 780-960-3370 / 780-903-9393.

COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 7th Annual Red Deer Fall Finale.

September 19 - 20, Westerner Park. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 103; egauctions.com.

MEIER Classic Car & Truck Auction. Saturday, September 20, 11 a.m.

6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

RITCHIE BROS Unreserved Auction.

October 30. Highway commercial property, 2.04 acres in Stettler. Two heated metal buildings, chain link fenced. Visit: rbauction.com/realestate for details.

UNRESERVED AUCTION. Oct. 23, 9 a.m. Bill Armstrong Trucking Ltd., Thorhild, Alberta.

780-398-2294.

Cat D6C-LGP, standard, winch; Cat D7HXR High Drive; 2 Cat D8H-46A’s, P. shifts; Finley Hi-Way Hydrascreen; 2 Ardco 4x4’s; 1994 - 870 Galion (Komatsu) grader; 1984 4500 Volvo loader; quantity of Cat attachments; 20 pick-up trucks & more.

View online: www.prodaniukauctions.com WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Huge Fall Consignment Auction. Sept. 6 in Cheadle, Alberta. Farm equipment, construction equipment, vehicles, RVs, tools and much more!

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

Building Supplies

1550

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. .

Misc. for Sale

A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers. Used 40’ & 40’ Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40’-53’ long.

Agricultural Specials in stock now. Self unloading delivery. Phone #2000 - #2290 toll free 1-866-528-7108; Farm Equipment ..............2010 www.rtccontainer.com.

Haying Equipment ............2020 EVERY WATER WELL on Tractors ............................2030 earth should have the Combines & Headers ......2040 patented “Kontinuous Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Shok” Chlorinator from Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Big Iron Drilling! Why? Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Save thousands of lives Farm Custom Work ..........2080 every year.

Farm Auctions ..................2090 www.1-800bigiron.com.

Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. Livestock ..........................2100 Classifieds...costs so little Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Saves you so much!

Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Music Horse Boarding ................2150 Lessons Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 PIANO LESSONS Pasture Wanted ................2180 For all ages.

Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Recently moved Seed Grain ......................2200 to Ponoka area.

Grade 10 Royal Conservatory Seeding & Tillage ............2210 & BA Music.

25 years experience.

Limited space available.

Farm Call Carol 403-783-4478 Equipment

1780

2010

Travel Packages

1900

FOY SPA RV Resort has more winter fun for less!

Hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment, Canadian friends in southern California; foyspa.com or 1-888-800-0772 Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds

Wanted To Buy

1930

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.

We change daily to serve you better.

1720

FOR SALE

Dining room table with 6 chairs & full size hutch.

Like new.

403-783-3514 Misc. for Sale

FOR Sale: 1995 Hesston Swather 14 ft. Hayheader rebuilt, 1810 hours. $25,000 o.b.o. Good shape. Hesston 10 wheel hay rake. $2500. 1976 Chev 3 ton 366, 5 speed hoist, runs. $1100. Case IH 8370 haybine, needs welding. $1800. Phone 403-742-8810.

Horses

2140

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

Jerry Dodds 403-783-0303

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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

Buying damaged or offgrade grain.

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

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

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

Household Furnishings

Houses/ Duplexes

1760

WITH CLASSIFIEDS 1-877-223-3311

YOUR PAPER!

1350

RECYCLE

Rental Misc

PONOKA NEWS 29

For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

Houses/ Duplexes

3020

RECENTLY RENO’D 3 BDRM DUPLEX Plus laundry $1150/mo. incl. utilities 403-597-0687

3020

AVAILABLE FOR RENT September 1

2 bdrm house, 4 appliances, Single car garage

$995/mnth plus utilities Call Bob 403-704-0644 GULL LAKE: completely reno’d upper 3 bdrm., dble garage, 2 full baths, fireplace. $1400/mo. Avail immed. Credit checks.

1-403-282-9701

Suites

3060

GULL LAKE: bsmt. suite, completely reno’d, 1 bdrm., 1 1/2 baths, bight & cheery sep. furnace. $1000./mo.

Credit checks.

1-403-282-9701 PONOKA, 2 bdrm. suite w/ balcony in Riverside.

Fridge, stove, shared laundry. $750.. rent/dd. gas & water incl’d.

Absolutely N/S, no pets, Avail. Sept. 15 SOLD

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

403-357-0287

ADVERTISE!

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.

Sprayer for Hire LICENSED: FUNGICIDES, FOLIAR FERTILIZERS, IN CROP & PASTURES

This space could be yours for $

30

PER WEEK

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Bovine Veterinary Services Ultrasound-aided ReproducƟve Programs CETA CerƟĮed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer Herd Health

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CONCRETE SERVICES

Specializing in: - Residential - Commercial - Agricultural - Stamped Concrete - Exposed Concrete

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

VETERINARY SERVICES

403-704-4333 Suites

3060 Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200

DELUXE 2 BR SUITES FOR RENT 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!

780 440 4037 | SEACAN.COM

403.783.3501 wcmltd@telus.net

2080

4205 - 64 St., Ponoka, AB

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3912 - 66 St, Ponoka www.wcmltd.ca

Phone 403-391-1684 403.783.3311

1760

WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR? ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING.

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair

On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services

Business getting nowhere?

WINTER leases avail. on house, cottage and cabins in Buck Lake area 780-388-2209

Farm Custom Work

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Call ERNIE at 780-335-6767

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 • Dr. Jasmine Hardy

Reaching 6000 households weekly

For just

$30 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

30 PONOKA NEWS

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

VETERINARY SERVICES

Manufactured Homes

4090

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

THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS FOR

$30

PER WEEK.

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

RED Deer Mobile Home in Waskasoo Estates. Lots of renovations inside and out.

1216 sq ft. 3 bed, 2 bath.

Detached oversized garage. View more info on mls.ca: CA0044188.

Price: $139, 900. Call Tammy King Worth Metro Realty 403-304-0649.

This paper is

100%

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4020

CALL 403ďšş783ďšş3311 PLUMBING

FOR SALE

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING • JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER REQUIRED We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts 5110 -50 Street Box 4414 Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1R7

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

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

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

WATER WELL SERVICE

ECKLUND

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

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

Manufactured Homes

4090

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; Automotive Services ........5010 terry@ Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 grandviewmodular.com Cars ..................................5030 SINGLE WIDE SUV’s................................5040 SHOWHOMES now reduced! Craigs Homes, a Trucks ..............................5050 proud supplier of Moduline Heavy Trucks....................5060 Manufactured Homes, is Vans/Buses ......................5070 wanting to make way for Motorcycles ......................5080 the new homes coming out Campers ..........................5090 for 2015. Come and check Motorhomes......................5100 out some sweet deals. An 5th Wheels........................5110 example is our 20 X 76 Canberra, 1520 sq. ft., 3 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 bedroom, 2 bathroom is now at $115,900. Regular Utility Trailers ....................5140 price $118,900. Call Marg ATV’s ................................5150 at 1-855-380-2266.

Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Mortgages Accessories ......................5180 Bought/Sold Auto Wreckers ..................5190 BANK SAID NO? Bank on Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 us! Equity Mortgages for Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 purchases, debt Recreational Vehicle consolidation, Rental ..............................5220 foreclosures, renovations.

Trailer Rental ....................5230 Bruised credit, Misc. Automotive ..............5240 self-employed, RV’s ..................................5300 unemployed ok.

Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca.

587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage.

Transportation #5000-5300

4190

Cars

Seniors duplex built in 2008. Completely upgraded with new rugs and paint. Â Shows like new! Approximately 1100 square feet. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer, window coverings included. Â California landscaped. Â Centrally located in quiet neighbourhood in Ponoka. $240,000.00 Please call (403) 783-0058 for further details.

Houses For Sale

4020

Financial #4400 - #4430 Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430

Money To Loan

4430

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

GET BACK on track!

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.

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

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

5050

FORD, CHEVY, Dodge, Toyota & more. Vehicles from $47/week with bad credit or no credit.

Bankruptcy ok. $0 down options. Cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans.

1-800-591-5127.

Apply online at www.CanadaDrives.ca.

Motorcycles

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

Public Notices

5080

2006 Honda Goldwing Trike w/Lehman Monarch 2 trike kit.

This unit is loaded with all options plus lots of extra chrome. 49,500 kms bike was triked in 2011.

Also have 2012 Lea-sure lite cargo/camper trailer w/many options.

Will sell together or separate.

Asking $33,000. for Trike and $4500 for trailer.

Call (403)318-4653

6010

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

Mel Schlacter: Eckville Owes $746.30 plus advertising costs Unit #N Contact 403-843-3691 or 403-783-1150

Public Notices

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6010 TOWN OF PONOKA REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Ponoka Culture & Recreation Complex Concession Operator Introduction The Town of Ponoka invites submissions for the exclusive operation of the Concession at the Ponoka Culture & Recreation Complex.

Proposal Details The Town of Ponoka is seeking a Concessionaire to provide services on a year round basis with the main operation taking place from September 1/14 – March 31/15. The concession service is also to be made available to other activities that are scheduled in the Ponoka Culture & Recreation Complex during the off season. Detailed Expectations of Service provision are available at the Ponoka Town OfďŹ ce.

Proposal Submission Requirements Submission should include: QualiďŹ cations, CertiďŹ cation, Experience, References and Expectations of Service Communication Contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services at 403-783-0118 for more information.

Site Visit A site visit can be arranged. Contact either Wes Amendt or Kelsey Hycha (Complex Operator) at 403-785-7404 to arrange your site visit.

Proposal Closing Proposals will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been found. Faxed or electronic mail submissions will be accepted.

Town of Ponoka 5102 – 48 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1P7 Fax #: 403-783-6745 Email: wes.amendt@ponoka.org Attention: Director of Community Services The Town of Ponoka reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received. The lowest proposal submission is not necessarily accepted.

Misc.

Automotive

5240 APPLY TODAY! DRIVE TODAY! ODAY! ODAY

D O CFinancing AUT ream atcher

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100,000 Potential Buyers???

Classified Advertising

NOTICE

5030

WANTED: 1964 to 1971 Dodge D100 shortbox, Fargo shortbox or Sweptline shortbox, will pay up to $4000. depending on condition. Call Glenn 780-963- 0595 or e-mail glennmck@telus.net

Trucks

Public Notice #6000

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PONOKA NEWS 31

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

Bamford nominated in seven categories for 2014 CCMA Gord Bamford was the CCMA’s most decorated artist in 2013, amassing five of seven awards.

Last fall he kicked off the launch of his 6th studio album “Country Junkie” with a nation-wide tour with Reba, and earned a 2014 JUNO nomination for Country Album of the Year.

The GOLD certified lead single ‘When Your Lips Are So Close’ only took eight weeks to hit number one on the Country chart in the BDS era, making Bamford only the seventh Canadian artist to reach this milestone.

Bamford’s “Christmas in Canada” CD also certified PLATINUM in 2014.

Bamford is nominated in seven categories for 2014: CCMA Fans’Choice, Single of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Record Producer(s) of the Year, Album Design of the Year, and Country Music Program or Special of the Year for Gord Bamford:Christmas in Canada (CMT).

You can vote for Gord for the coveted Fan’s Choice Award at gordbamford.com click the vote now button and place your vote once per day from any electronic device.

The deadline for Fan’s Choice voting is Friday, September 5, 2015 at 3:00pm MST. The winning artist will be announced on the live TV broadcast on Sunday, September 7, 2014.

Bamford’s philanthropic efforts are just as important as his music career. Bamford has proven his fundraising prowess when he established the Gord Bamford Charitable Foundation in 2008, generating nearly $2 million since that time.

Says the humble country star: “It’s something that I’m very proud of, and it’s something that I will continue as long as I can do it.

“As long as my music takes me down this path that continues to raise monies for great causes, I’ll be the first guy at the plate.”

As long as my music takes me down this path that continues to raise monies for great causes, I’ll be the first guy at the plate.

Gord Bamford

KIDS ACTIVITY • SPOT & CIRCLE THE DIFFERENCES!

USED INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE Over 200 pre-owned to choose from

32 PONOKA NEWS

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014

All credit apps accepted • 3 month/5k warranty included • All inspected & carproof verified 2013 DODGE DART 7K

14,991 or

$

L0343

124 BW

$

2011 FORD EDGE SEL

AWD LEATHER, ROOF, FULL LOAD T0687A

L0303

25,991 or

$

2010 FORD F150 XLT CREW CAB

18,991 or

$

213 BW

$

156 BW

$

2012 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT OUTDOORSMAN $ $

T0537A

27,991 or

229 BW

L0372A

2011 FORD TAURUS $ $

16,991 or

139 BW

2012 DODGE JOURNEY RT L0364

ROOF, LEATHER 30K

25,991 or

$

231 BW

$

2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500 HD 4X4 $ $

L0332

19,910 or

164 BW

2011 DODGE CARAVAN

16,991 or

$

L0153A

28,991 or

139 BW

$

2013 FORD FUSION

P0369

28,991 or

$

T0121A

237 BW L0296

2010 FORD F15 CREW CAB XTR

21,991 or

$

237 BW

$

179 BW

$

2011 FORD F150 XLT 4X4 ECOBOOST 69K $ $

29,991 or

245 BW

2012 KIA SORENTO

AUTO, LEATHER 37K

16,991 or

$

L0359

139 BW

$

L0360

30,991 or

$

253 BW

$

22,991 or

L0393

T0416A

L0171

LEATHER 25K Z71

32,991 or

$

269 BW

$

44,991 or

$

322 BW

$

2011 FORD F150 XTR

188 BW

2012 GMC SIERRA SLT

179 BW

$

AWD, ROOF, NAV LEATHER LOADED 11K

2011 FORD F150 S/CAB FX4 $ $

T0388A

21,991 or

2014 LINCOLN MKX

AWD LOADED, LEATHER 9K L0356

AWD 57K

$

2013 BUICK ENCORE

AWD LEATHER, ROOF, NAV 24K

2010 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT $ $

L0351

2012 MAZDA 3

STOW AND GO

62K

27,991 or

$

229 BW

$

2011 GMC SIERRA DENALI LOADED, LIKE NEW 50K

L0300

34,991 or

$

285 BW

$

* All pmts based on either 72/84mths 5.99% oac eg l0343 interest paid over term $3168 total pmts $19439. 3/5k warranty on select models that qualify

“Let your Legacy start here.”

YOUR LEGACY TEAM

Mark Schreiner Pat Boardman Trevor Feragen Bob Mass Sales Consultant Sales Consultant Sales Consultant Sales Manager