Ponoka News, April 22, 2015

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Kayley Blair takes first and second place in barrel race.

Story on page 30

The first station was built to accommodate Station Master Mr. T. J. West.

Story on page 5

Trade Fair Baby Pierce McKeeman makes his way to his mother, Chelsea, Saturday, April 18 at the trade fair. The baby crawl race was one of the many events over the weekend. Please see our story on page 15.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Ponoka residents to see 3.2 per cent tax hike

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Town of Ponoka residents will see a 3.2 per cent tax increase this year after town council approved the full budget for 2015.

Council approved the changes Tuesday, April 14 during their regular meet-

ing with a municipal tax increase of $449,107.

A homeowner will see an increase in their taxes of $63 per $300,000 of assessment on their homes, explained Betty Quinlan, director of corporate services.

Commercial taxes in-

crease by 2.4 per cent showing the same increase of $63 per $300,000 of property assessment. Residential mill rates were increased to 9.33 per cent for 2015, up from 9.17 per cent in 2014.

Assessment increased by $45.1 million — $17.8

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million in new assessment and $27.3 million to adjust for inflation.

Commercial mill rates were increased to 12.48 for 2015 compared to 12.21 in 2014.

Changes to the interim budget: • Staffing changes transferring a new waterworks position to cover for a new manager of operations position and additional funding for a staff position in community services $82,200; • Additional funding for

maintenance of fire equipment - $12,800.

• Revenues show the RCMP school resource officer is paid through Ponoka County $100,000, relieving the town budget of the expense; • Computer hardware upgrades for technology projects - $10,000; • $70,000 was transferred from fleet replacement to accommodate future changes to town hall and the visitor information centre.

Changes to town hall are

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intended to make it more “people friendly” CAO Rachel Kunz told councillors.

Coun. Teri Underhill said she had a hard time agreeing to the $70,000 improvements at the administration building and visitors centre when council was eager to have a grant program available for residents and groups.

Quinlan said the money transferred was from provincial grants and could not necessarily be used for a grant program. “There isn’t actually any operating funding available,” she added.

Coun. Carla Prediger wants to see a more detailed budget, similar to the one used during budget deliberations, once the assessment numbers come in. “I would like to see that much detail.”

That much detail is something Mayor Rick Bonnett felt was an unrealistic expectation. “I don’t know what to say about that,” he remarked.

Coun. Loanna Gulka added she had no issue with the presentation considering the changes show a difference of just over $200,000.

Quinlan said with council passing the budget, the town clerk has two weeks to get 3,500 notices out to give residents 60 days notice.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Police investigate armed robbery at restaurant

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Police are looking for two suspects involved in an armed robbery at the restaurant at the Riverside Motor Inn. The incident occurred Sunday, April 19 at 11 p.m. when two Caucasian men wearing masks entered the restaurant armed with a shotgun, a knife and bear spray.

One of the culprits used the bear spray against an employee and an undisclosed amount of cash was taken.

Witnesses believe the men are approximately 25-years-old.

Man submerges vehicle An Edmonton man had to answer some tough questions when police found him on top of his pickup in the middle of a slough.

Emergency crews were called to the scene of a Ford F150 that was driven off Highway 2 near Ponoka Tuesday, April 14 at 11:30 p.m. Members of the Ponoka Fire Department had to use their ice water suits to rescue the 30-year-old man.

He received a ticket for failing to stay in the centre lane.

Driver flees scene of collision Police are investigating a rollover on Highway 2A near the Western Budget Motel Saturday, April 18 at 5 p.m.

Witnesses state a driver of a 2002 Chevy Trailblazer collided with a Kia Forte where it subsequently rolled on its roof. There was a baby in the vehicle (Kia Forte) at the time. The event set off a chain reaction with a Ford F350 and utility trailer colliding with one of the two vehicles.

The Trailblazer also rolled and ended in the east ditch where the driver jumped out of the vehicle and fled the scene. Police were able to determine the identity of the driver, who had warrants out for his arrest on another charge.

It is believed there were minor injuries from the incident. A small section of the road was closed for some time while a collision analyst collected evidence. The matter is

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under investigation and police are unsure if there are drugs or alcohol involved.

Shotgun stolen from vehicle Police are investigating a break in to a 2002 Mazda Protégé where a JC Higgins pump action shotgun was taken some time between April 12 and 13.

There were no witnesses at this time.

Woman stopped for speeding, twice A member of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit had to give a driver a second ticket for speeding when she sped off after he gave her the first ticket.

The officer pulled over a 52-year-old Blackfalds woman April 15 for driving 149 km/h on Highway 2 near Ponoka. She asked him to write his ticket quickly as she was late for a plane trip.

Upon receiving the ticket she sped off in her 2004 Toyota Rav4 leading the officer to stop her again speeding at

155 km/h. She faces a mandatory court appearance for her actions.

Speedster clocked at 118 km/h in town Sheriffs with the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit moved quickly to stop a motorist clocked at 118 km/h in town.

The driver, a 27-year-old man from Ponoka, was eastbound on Highway 53 on his way out of town when officers pulled him over in his 2008 GMC Sierra.

Abusive man arrested Speeding at 170 km/h on Highway 2 was the first mistake a 40-year-old man from Cochrane made last week.

Officers stopped the male driver in a Lincoln Navigator southbound on Highway 2 just north of Ponoka April 18 at midnight. The officer could smell an odor of liquor and when asked to provide a breath sample, he refused.

Police say the man became belligerent and verbally abusive to officers. He was

arrested and taken to the detachment where the verbal abuse continued, say police.

Charges are pending.

Break in at golf course Police are investigating a break in at the Ponoka Community Golf Club overnight of April 17. Culprits broke into several buildings and hot wired a cart and drove

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There are no suspects at this time.

Ponoka RCMP and the Integrated Traffic Unit took 77 calls for service last week.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Religion

Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship

Chaos or clarity?

CHURCH DIRECTORY

Pastor Tom Cnossen

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. & James Crosina - Fac. of Community Life

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

Hobbema Fellowship Church Member of the Ponoka Ministerial Association

My wife and I love going to the Stampede every summer, and last year we went on a day where it had been raining most of the morning. What sticks in my mind as one of the funniest things I have ever seen was the wild horse race at the end of the rodeo. It was absolutely hilarious watching the team of three cowboys out there in the mud

trying to catch, saddle and ride a bronc. The word that comes to mind is “chaos”, not even organized chaos, just plain chaos.

In this case, this kind of chaos was very entertaining. Nothing really was at stake, except for maybe a little pride down in the arena. It was fun seeing the cowboys slipping and sliding and landing face first in the mud. It was fun watching a lassoed horse pull a cowboy like a water skier.

In this case, chaos was fun. But most of the time it isn’t.

I am thinking of the chaos of confusion that these days is often being

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

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

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

ponokaunited@shaw.ca

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.

Shelagh Hagemann My new role this year is First Nations, Metis and Inuit Student Success Coordinator for Wolk Creek Public Schools.

In this position, I provide guidance to students and families, support culturally responsive programming and work closely with educators.

½ mile south of Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury

403-783-6012 • www.sonriseponoka.com

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

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

ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Donna Willer Rev. Marty Tuer, Honourary Assistant 5120 - 49 Ave. Ponoka

403-783-4329

Sunday Service: Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. www.stmarysanglicanponoka.com

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

Friday, April 24 In lieu day — no school for students Monday, April 27 All students welcome to attend Wednesday, April 29 Night school — All staff present

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created on the Internet.

This, along with the fact that people are spending more and more time online, with many believing what is being said out there, believing without discernment.

This is especially true when it comes to spiritual things. As a pastor for almost thirty years, I have seen a growth in spiritual confusion, and a lot of it is coming, I believe, from an overload of information and misinformation.

There are actually websites out there whose only purpose is to print lies and innuendos. Sometimes these are called satirical websites, but a lot of people cannot tell the difference between fact and fiction or someone’s opinion. And it isn’t just innocent either. Lies are lies and they lead to the kind of confusion that cause people to abandon the true faith.

Paul writes about this in 1st Timothy 4:1 where he warns: “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons.”

When we think of deceiving spirits and demons we shouldn’t be thinking about hideous little gnome-like creatures. An

author I read wrote that, “… a better picture of the Devil might have been a wise-looking elderly gentleman dressed in the finest religious robes.” Or it could be just a guy trying to make some money by putting out online lies that people will read, and maybe believe.

The thing is, in order to be discerning in the days we are living in, we must be students of truth.

According to Jesus, it is God’s Word that is truth.

Not human thoughts or experiences or things we read online, God’s Word.

Jesus told Pontius Pilate, “Everyone on the side of truth listens to Me.” (John 18:37) I am an outdoorsman, and there are times when I have needed to trust something more reliable than my own feelings.

That is why I carry a compass and a map when I go out. That is why I understand a little bit about the positions of the stars at night. I know that gravity pulls water downhill in the mountains, and usually I can follow a creek to a river, and roads are usually near rivers.

God’s word, the Bible, clears up the confusion, but like a compass and a map, it only does its job if it is believed and followed.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church is hosting the

Wilderness Ranch Traveling Show Tuesday, April 28 5:30pm Hot Dogs & Ice Cream 7:00pm Concert

Fun for the whole family!

All are welcome!

403-783-4141 5501-54 Ave (church by the Pond)

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Reflections of Ponoka An early stroll down Railway Street in Ponoka

BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

When the Canadian Pacific Edmonton/Calgary railway line reached Siding 14 in Ponoka in the early 1890s, the first station was built to accommodate Station Master Mr. T.J. West, as well as the section crew and the caretaker every day looked after windmill that was used to pump water from the Battle River to the tower. As the noisy steam passenger and freight trains began to rumble into the tiny village night and day, that big brown station and long wooden platform had become ‘the hub’ of a community that would soon begin to grow by leaps and bounds.

Along the dirt street running north and south adjacent to the busy tracks many new businesses and structures began to emerge to serve the arrival of countless pioneer families looking forward to making a new home in the village or out in the fertile rolling country districts surrounding it. When the J.S. Slaters and their two sons Dick and John arrived here at the turn of the century, there were just five log buildings and an immigration tent on the street across from the train station.

These humble beginnings of our community included: F.E. Algar’s Dry Goods Store at the corner of 50 street and 51 Avenue, which was established in 1896, burnt down several times, but always rebuilt and operated by the family for 49 years; Cook Myer’s Boarding House at the corner of 50 Street and 50 Avenue, which catered to the first CPR crews as well as pioneer families waiting

for their farm homes to be completed; a log church, a log school, and the first log home, which was the residence of the first school teacher Mr. Yoeman. The Slater family were superb horsemen, and would later operate the dray, which picked up supplies and mail from the trains and delivered them around the town.

The first major milestone for the bustling village came when Ponoka officially became a town of the NWT in 1904, the population quickly exploded to over 700, and a torrid ‘building boom’ was underway in all areas. Each and every day, the CPR trains would bring new families from Canada, the United States and throughout the world to the threshold of their new found home, and while workers helped to unload the freight cars full of the settler’s precious belongings, excited visitors would tour the new town or venture out into the country in horse-drawn wag-

Photo courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

An early 1920s photo of Railway Street Ponoka shows from left to right: The Skinner and Wilkinson Ford Garage, the first Tin Shop owned by Roy Webster, the Massey Harris dealership, a big crowd lined up for a show at the Empress Theatre, Murray and Stewart Hardware, the Royal Hotel, the Bank of Commerce and many more.

ons and buggies to view the lush rolling land as well as the countless opportunities that would soon be available for them around every corner.

Other ‘firsts’ along Railway Street were: The blacksmith shop owned by Peter Horn, who rode his horse four miles into town to work every morning and returned home late in the evening, and that is when the movie theatre (the Empress) was opened to the public upstairs to show slides and host social functions. When the desperate need for lumber arose in the Ponoka area, a man named Folger from Pigeon Lake encouraged the building of a sawmill, which was completed by Truman and Block just across the river from the train station, then was carried on by hardy souls such as Mr. Leowen and Charlie Malcher, who rode his bicycle from Wetakiwin every day to work.

W.J. Milne was believed to be Ponoka’s first official photog-

rapher, who set up shop in a small building on Railway Street and took hundreds of photos of local citizens and events, many of which can still be seen in our history books or at the Fort Ostell Museum.

Hogs were first raised in the Ponoka area in 1898, and when the rural families had more porkers than they could handle, they would organize butchering bees and bring them into town to barter, trade, or sell for 4 cents a pound. By 1905, there were enough hogs in the country to make shipping practical, with the first stock yards set up on the south end of Railway Street next to the tracks, which thrived over the years. Alexander and Tugman set up our first elevator in the same area, which was taken over by Pioneer Elevator in 1906, burnt down in 1909, but folks would eventually see eight tall elevators set up along the tracks over the next six decades. W.R. Courtwright would likely become

Ponoka’s very first ‘business entrepreneur’, establishing an implement dealership, a lumber yard, a hardware store and insurance agency as well as serving on the first town council. On February 17, 1903 the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce extended its western expansion by opening Ponoka’s first major financial institution in a frame building across the street from the Royal Hotel, and have continued to operate and improve that facility for Ponoka and district customers for the past 112 years.

One would be reminisce if they did not mention Ponoka’s first three palatial and very posh hotels, the Royal, the Leland and the Alberta Temperance, who served thousands of early citizens and visitors to our community for many exciting and colorful decades and generations, with both the Royal and the Leland still offering the same fine hospitality to this day. If

you take a stroll down Railway Street (50 Street) today, you will see that it has changed a lot over the years, with many new businesses, buildings, and amenities added, but gone forever are the wooden sidewalks and the infamous ‘elevator row.’ A few of those original buildings and landmarks still remain, while many others have been restored to honour our proud heritage as well as those hardy generations of families, individuals and groups built the legacy and success that we all enjoy today.

Of course. throughout those exciting decades, our town has expanded in every direction, currently serving a population of 6773, while the County of Ponoka districts have enjoyed a steady growth which has now reached 8856, and both the town and the county have strived to work and co-operate together in a perfect balance of rural and urban living.

Remember When...

Photo from Fort Ostell Museum

The first MacLeod’s store in Ponoka was opened in 1941.

Following the completion of the mega Ponoka Plaza strip mall at 5015 Railway Street in 1968, MacLeod’s moved into the large bay at the north end, and many of us will remember Les Martin as one of the first managers in the new location, which operated until the sale of the chain in the 1990s.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Opinion

Sale of CWB and where Canadian farming is headed

Mustafa Eric

Editor

Last week saw the announcements of the sale of two distinctly Canadian assets: Canadian Wheat Board and Cirque du Soleil.

The latter is a privately owned company and its sale was a decision made by its owner. While it represented lots of things Canadian, the change over its control doesn’t mean much in terms of the country’s overall economy.

But the sale of the Canadian Wheat Board marks the completion of the destruction of a truly functional and exemplary

Canadian institution by its own government for purely ideological purposes.

The Harper government dismantled the CWB on grounds that the organization’s single desk marketing was against the free market principles and that farmers should have the freedom to market their grain for themselves.

Well, what happened after the single desk marketing was abolished was made very clear in a statement of facts in February last year, coming soon after the bumper harvest of the 2013 fall: In 2008, when the CWB did the marketing for and coordinated the transport of the grain of the prairie farmers, of the $10.61 per bushel price of wheat at the Vancouver port, 94 per cent went to the farmers’ pockets. In 2009, the percentage was 93, and in 2010 it was 90.

In 2014, of the $11.38 per bushel port price of wheat, farmers got only 41 per cent as their share.

More than half of the value of the grain exported to out-

side world went to inflate the bank accounts of grain traders and railway companies.

That is, more than half of the value of the sweat and labour of the grain farmers was taken away from them, and this is a continuing saga, which will ultimately turn prairie farmers into cheap labourers on their own land.

And this is not the only thing that was lost with the disempowerment of CWB: Valuable scientific research, which helped to maintain Canadian wheat and barley above average standards internationally and kept Canadian grain exports in high regard is no more.

The group, which purchased the majority share of the CWB is owned by, very interestingly, by Saudi and US interests.

Saudis, having lived on and ruled a desert land for centuries know extremely well the meaning of food security. By purchasing the majority stake of the CWB with their American partners, and with it, the

power of determining the price of the grain produced

by Canadian farmers, they have practically took over the monopoly, which was stripped off the CWB. Now, there is again a monopoly, but this time it is controlled

by US and Saudi interests and it will work against Canadian farmers who will no longer be able to have a say in how their product is priced and marketed. Those who don’t want to sell their grain to the new foreigncontrolled CWB will again be left at the mercy of other grain traders.

Only we can elect the right MLA Dear Editor, Election day, May 5, is not that far off, a matter of weeks. As the polls have shown, this is a sharply contested election.

What parties currently promise and what they will ultimately deliver over the four years of a majority mandate is sheer speculation. But what is known or can be known at close range are the candidates in our

riding. It is worth scrutinizing them, talking to them, knowing where they stand on issues of value to us in the Lacombe/Ponoka constituency.

In many ways, the political party’s heavy weights will plot the party's direction.

How will our future MLA represent our constituency or at some point even challenge a questionable

and largely big city drift in fiscal, social and development policy?

We are a rural constituency for most part that enjoy our way of life and the familiarity of our neighbours.

Traditionally governments have marketed big schemes and big economic projects. We do not want our MLA swallowed up by broad government strat-

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egies that have limited impact on ordinary citizens.

It is a complicated political world out there.

Hopefully, our new MLA is equipped to meet this important but challenging role. Only we, as voters, can assure that we have a competent representative that will represent us intelligently, effectively and compassionately.

George Jason

From whatever angle one looks at it, it is a loselose equation for Canadian farmer.

In the media there is a lot of cheer and applause, for the final undoing of the CWB as a great Canadian institution.

But there is little realization that this is just another step on the way to the doomsday scenario that National Farmers Union warned about recently: Canada is coming under an existential threat in terms of its food sovereignty.

Without a doubt, with

the disempowerment and sale of the CWB and the passing of Bill C-18 into law, Stephen Harper and his minister of agriculture and his government as a whole may take pride in what they have accomplished as they don’t hide their preference for serving corporate interests over the interests of the Canadian farmers.

The question is whether the Canadian farmers have realized what they have done by voting for Mr. Harper and keeping him at the head of the government for three terms.

Candidate’s sign stolen Dear Editor, Recently my “DOUG HART” election sign was stolen off my lawn in the dark of night. I understand a similar thing is happening in other parts of Ponoka.

I have wondered if they might have been taken by disillusioned and frustrated members of other parties, embarrassed over their own candidates or their party’s election promises. Perhaps they wish to support Doug in a surreptitious manner, as well as obtain a keepsake of his campaign.

It would be so much easier if they just called me to ask for a sign. I would gladly deliver and mount the sign in the light of day, thus saving them any blame or embarrassment.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Council wants more information on recreation study

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

A proposal to spend $78,000 on a recreation and culture master plan was delayed until town councillors can get more information on it.

Administration presented the request for the funds to commission the study Tuesday, April 14 during council’s regular meeting, stating that three proposals were reviewed and one was presented as the recommended option, that of McElhanney Consulting Services and BR2 Architecture.

Wes Amendt, director of community services for the Town of Ponoka, said the master plan will be a guiding document for the future of recreation and culture in town.

Coun. Teri Underhill wondered if this study would actually be used. She referred to a recreation study conducted in 2007 that no action was taken on. “We have done study after study after study.”

“I feel like we’re spinning our wheels,” she added.

Amendt said the town has not had a full culture and recreation plan since 1996 and this new one would provide realistic costing and details that will set the future of recreation in Ponoka.

He added the council of the day decided against any action on the 2007 study.

Mayor Rick Bonnett agreed with Underhill. “What’s this community going to do if we get that and put it on the shelf?”

CAO Rachel Kunz said council was presented with a request from administration in January to seek submissions and council at the time had no issue with it.

Coun. Carla Prediger made the motion for administration to present the full proposal from the company before making a decision.

The proposal is expected to be presented at the next council meeting.

Public hearing for offsite levies bylaw A public hearing date has been set Tuesday, May 26 at council chambers for the town’s proposed offsite levies bylaw.

Developers or residents who want to provide input will be allowed to do so at that time.

Council also approved a review of the town’s land use bylaw. The bylaw was written 18 years ago and has been amended over the years. Council requested that the new director of planning and Parkland Community Planning Services draft a new bylaw together.

It is expected to take approximately six to eight months to draft.

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Canada Day “Largest Human Canadian Flag” Record attempt, July 1st. & Ponoka Day in the Park , August 29th.

For more information please contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services (403) 783-0118 or email wes. amendt@ponoka.org

Trailer Parking on Streets Trailers (holiday or otherwise) may not be parked on the road unless it is attached to a motor vehicle by which it is carried, drawn or propelled. When attached to a motor vehicle, a trailer is deemed part of the motor vehicle.

The penalty for failing to comply with the Bylaww is a $60 fine. In addition, no person shall park a vehicle or holiday trailer on a highway for any continuous period in excess of 72 hours or it is deemed ‘abandoned’. Abandoned vehicles are subject to a tow and a $230 fine.

Alberta Elm Tree Pruning Ban April 1st – September 30th Keep our Elms disease free! This ban is to help keep Alberta free of Dutch Elm Disease. Beetles are active during the ban period, and can be attracted to the scent of the fresh wound and attack or infest a healthy tree. For more information: www.stpoded.org

Day of Mourning On April 28th, people across Canada stop to remember workers killed, injured or disabled at work.

With deep sadness we confirm 169 workers in Alberta died as a result of workplace injury or illness in 2014. Their loss is felt by everyone. Please take a moment to honour their memory.

Job Opportunities: -Volunteer Fire Fighters -Fire Chief -Transfer Station Attendant For more information please visit the Town website and apply to hr@ponoka.org

Janitorial Services Ponoka Fire Hall • The Town of Ponoka invites written proposals for the supply of janitorial services for the Town owned Ponoka Fire Hall. Complete proposal packages will be available to all interested contractors at the Ponoka Town Office (5102-48 Ave).

• For more information contact West Amendt, Director of Community Services at 403-783-4431 • Proposals must be submitted in writing to Wes Amendt no later than 2:00 pm on Friday, May 1st, 2015. Email to: wes.amendt@ponoka.org. Faxed and electronic mail submissions will be accepted.

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PSC Broncs News Mackenzy Hatala & Mr. Haines I am very privileged to have been taught by Mr. Haines for his last 3 years at PSC. Mr. Haines means a lot to all the students at PSC because no matter what kind of problem we come to him with, either personal or academic, he always has sound advice or a solution. As well, he has positively impacted the life of many students at our school and for this we are forever grateful.

Haines began teaching and coaching at PSC 25 years ago, and throughout this time it grew stronger. He has taken his basketball team to provincials 11 times, and came out with 4 medals (2 Gold, 2 Bronze). He has helped countless students excel on exams and diplomas. He will miss the quality time spent with students in the gym and classroom. In his retirement he plans to substitute but later wants to opt out of teaching and see where life takes him and his family. Mr. Haines believes that his passion for life has stayed strong during his teaching career.

As a result, he has had a very positive influence myself and on the community.

In the gym, Haines has the following quote beside his picture, “Loyalty above all else… except for honor.” I believe that Haines has shown students the importance of this by living his life by those powerful words. He is a man who is has hugely influenced my life for the better. I would personally like to thank Haines for every lesson he taught me and other students about chemistry as well as whom we are individuals.

This Week At PSC April 22 - April 29 April 22, 23 – Club Basketball Tryouts @7pm April 23 – Chrestomere/Mecca Tours @1pm April 23, 24, 25 – Dracula @7pm Please visit our website for all upcoming events and exciting news!

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Library News SUMMER READING PROGRAM COORDINATOR: We’re hiring! Ponoka Jubilee Library requires a Summer Reading Program Coordinator to oversee a ‘Play!’ themed program that encourages reading in school-aged children throughout the Summer months. Running from June 8-August 28, this 12 week position is 35 hours/ week, Monday–Friday, focusing on the planning, advertising, preparing and developing of the twice weekly programs for children ages 5–12, with occasional clerical duties being assigned. Applicants must be a postsecondary student, study in a related field is an asset. Applicant must have enthusiasm, the ability to interact positively with children, and good organizational and computer skills. For a full job description go to www. ponokalibrary.prl.ab.ca. Send resumes with cover letter, as attachments to Jaclyn Berry, Library Manager at jberry@prl.ab.ca. Application deadline: May 1, 2015.

WAKE UP YOUR GARDEN: Ponoka Jubilee Library is partnering with Tine Roelofsen from Bobtail Nursery to present ‘Wake Up Your Garden’. On Thursday May 7th from 6:30 pm–7:45 pm, come discuss what garden chores need to be done in May. The program includes clean-up, fertilization, pruning, planting of lawns, flower beds, trees, roses and vegetables. Please contact the Library at 403-783-3843 to let us know you plan to attend. No fee.

Aquaplex: Aqua Zumba starting Wednesday April 22nd 8:30-9:30am.

No Swim lessons April 25th. April 25th swim meet from 12–3pm, Public swim 3:30–5pm.

Open regular hours Sunday April 26th.

Tennis Courts are now open. Bookings and passes can be purchased at the Aquaplex.

Looking for a Tennis partner to two? Call 403.783.0131 to have your name added to a list!

PONOKA FCSS Upcoming Events...

For more information or to register please contact Shelly Van Eaton 403.783.4462 Lunch & Learn with Money Mentors (sponsored by Ponoka FCSS) April 23rd 12-1pm at Ponoka FCSS Boardroom - Enrich Your Kids (adults only at course please) Spring is finally here, and the Town is reminding those who operate seasonal businesses i.e. grass cutting, landscaping etc. that a business license is required to operate within Town limits.

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO DID YOU KNOW...???

Your civic address must be displayed on your property, both on the front and back. Civic addresses are used by our public works department as well as emergency services to locate your property. Not displaying your civic address could result in delays for these services in assisting you.

Next Town Council Meetings April 28th & May 12th @ 7:00 pm

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Mayor seeks to hold school tax requisition from the province

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

A motion by Mayor Rick Bonnett to withhold the school tax requisition from the province resulted in a split vote among town councilors and, consequently, it was defeated.

Bonnett made the motion after relinquishing the chairperson position temporarily to deputy mayor Carla Prediger Tuesday, April 15 during the council meeting. Bonnett is

opposed to collecting tax money for school divisions without the town being able to have a portion of it.

“If we pass this motion, what kind of liability are we placing the town in?”

Tim Falkiner, Town Councillor

With Coun. Sandra Lyon away, the vote came

down to six councillors with Councillors Marc Yaworski, Teri Underhill and Bonnett in favour of withholding the funds.

Councillors Tim Falkiner, Carla Prediger — acting as deputy mayor — and Loanna Gulka were against it.

In the case of a split vote, the request is always defeated.

During the same meeting, council approved the 2015 budget, which shows school tax requisitions at

$1.9 million for the Alberta School Foundation Fund and $193,000 for the St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic school division.

“In the constitution, it was said that it is a provincial matter. The province has decided to bring it down to the municipalities … I would at least like 10 per cent,” stated Bonnett, referring to education funds.

He takes issue with council being a tax collector for the province and suggests that revenue could be put to use by the town for other matters.

Coun. Loanna Gulka was against the motion.

“I think we’re walking a very fine line by acting without legal consult before we do something,” said Gulka. She requested that the names of votes for and against the motion be recorded.

Coun. Teri Underhill felt the risk was worth it. “If you want to affect change and you want to be able to have more control . . . perhaps you have to step outside of the box and take

a risk,” she remarked.

CAO Rachel Kunz offered only one piece of advice. She referred to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and said council would be breaking rules in the act. Kunz added she is required to notify council of that fact.

Coun. Tim Falkiner asked what position this would put the town in. “If we pass this motion, what kind of liability are we placing the town in,” he questioned.

Mosquitoes on the beach Council has no say in how the province mandates a municipality’s function, explained Jim Lightbody, professor of political science at the University of Alberta.

He took a pragmatic look at Bonnett’s motion and likened it to a person (the province) being on the beach and having to deal with mosquitoes (the municipality).

In the Canadian Constitution, section 92, Exclusive Powers of Provincial Leg-

islatures states: In each Province the Legislature may exclusively make Laws in relation to Matters coming within the Classes of Subjects…

“They are what the province says they are,” said Lightbody. “There’s no debate.”

He says if council is able to garner strong public support, especially during an election period, candidates might listen. “MLAs, especially rural MLAs, are very sensitive to the voters,” he said.

If council passed the motion to hold the money, the province could take it from grant funds, or a deputy minister might speak directly with the CAO to bring council in line.

He says this is not necessarily an extreme case, but it isn’t unheard of for the province to dismantle a council and it has happened in recent years, said Lightbody.

“They (council) do not have a strong bargaining position without public support,” he concluded.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

School boards battle new provincial budget PC government hits back saying “school boards are not school banks”

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) and the St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic School Division (STAR) joined 17 other school boards across Alberta on Monday, April 20 to ask the provincial government to reconsider its budget and take into account how Albertan school divisions will be impacted by budget cuts.

STAR board chair John Tomkinson is hoping the Government of Alberta will reconsider its position and work with school boards on a collaborative approach to sustain student success, a press release issued April 20 stated.

“For the future of an equal, adequate, and sustainable education system that serves all children, now is the time for all concerned about our children’s future to speak out,” said Tomkinson in the release.

“This election campaign we are asking everyone concerned about education in Alberta to discuss this issue with the candidates in your

area and send a clear message to the Government that our kids should be a priority,” he added.

A press statement released jointly by the school boards states, “According to provincial projections, there will be 12,000 additional students in Alberta next year and approximately 36,000 over the next three years. According to the provincial fiscal plan, this growth in student population is not, and will not, be funded.”

The Progressive Conservative Party of Alberta also released a press statement on April 20, in response to the school boards’ request.

“Statements made by Alberta school boards today with respect to provincial funding for non-teaching operations do not provide the full picture to Alberta parents,” the statement read.

It continued, Alberta school boards have a combined total of more than $460 million in their savings accounts. “The PC government’s expectation is for boards to make full use

of their reserve accounts, if need be, in the coming year in order to transition. These reserves are funding that was paid by the taxpayer and meant to serve the needs of students.”

The provincial budget is looking for school boards to find 2.7 per cent in administrative and non-teacher cost savings. The press release states all teacher positions remain protected.

“This year, my department reduced its operating budget by nine per cent and directed these savings to the front lines.

I’ve been clear all along that school boards will be permitted to use their reserve funds if needed to meet front-line service needs in the coming fiscal year while they find savings in non-teacher costs – that is what this money is there for. These are school boards, not school banks,” Minister of Education Gordon Banks says in the release.

WCPS superintendent Larry Jacobs could not be reached for comments before press time.

Dear 4-H Supporter: With spring just around the corner, so to is the 2015 edition of the Ponoka 4-H Beef Show & Sale.

The 4-H members have been hard at work feeding, training and caring for their Beef 2015 projects. Along with their record keeping responsibilities, the recent public speaking competitions they have all participated in, and their commitment to local volunteerism in our community, they have had a busy winter. Their reward and recognition is quickly approaching with the achievement day show and sale scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, 2015.

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As you are probably aware, there has been a positive increase in the beef industry, which may reflect higher beef pricing at the 4-H sales across the province. This too will increase the excitement and commitment of these future agricultural enthusiasts.

We expect to see higher 4-H pricing this year, but please keep in mind of the higher recovery prices you will receive if you choose to re-sell your purchases. Further to this, if you choose to butcher your purchase, your savings may be even greater than previous years when comparing to retail pricing.

The 4-H community values your support and we look forward to seeing you at the show and sale May 5th, 2015. If you need any more information or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mark Matejka at (403)783-6389 or Keith Kjenner at (403)350-7015.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Pilots look at future of the Ponoka airport at open house

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Pilots had an opportunity to discuss the future of the Ponoka Industrial Airport during an open house last week that considered growth at the facility.

The event was held Thursday, April 16 at the Kinsmen Community Centre by MMM Group, the consulting firm hired by the Town of Ponoka and Ponoka County, to receive feedback from pilots on the property.

The most important aspect of the effort is to set an area structure plan and a land-use bylaw that will help the Town of Ponoka with its goals for the airport, explained consultant Philip Van Manen.

He told pilots and leaseholders that development and

expansion will help bring interest and buyers, which will help pay for improvements.

“If we don’t have enough commitment, we don’t have enough to do any of this,” said Van Manen.

He added that there is a small amount of revenue at the airport and while there is an annual deficit – the 2015 budget forecast a deficit of $8,800 – Van Manen said there are some airports in the province in worse shape.

If development does grow, there are 10 to 11 acres that could be developed to help expand the airport. Van Manen suggests this growth could come in the next 10 to 15 years if there is enough interest.

He added many nearby airports are at full capacity and Ponoka is in a position

of growth. There is also one other strength at Ponoka’s airport: “There’s an economic advantage to this airport. We have a CANPASS (Canadian Passenger Accelerated Service System) facility,” said Van

Manen.

CANPASS allows streamlined customs and immigration clearance for low-risk, frequent travellers. Ponoka is an approved airport of entry for private and corporate permit holders and could be used to garner growth.

“There’s a nice niche market for this airport,” he said.

Van Manen added the additional land development will come at a cost. Infrastructure for services such as sewer, water and gas would need to be constructed and with the

Battle River close by, that could create some extra costs.

He suggests it is a necessary step.

“The only way to cover that (cost) is potentially to sell some lots,” said Van Manen.

There are some risks, however, to selling lots to users who may not have any plans for the near future. Van Manen says there needs to be guidelines for buyers that ensures progress and development.

If those rules are not in place, the town could face a

struggle if developers wanted to build and a land owner had no desire to do so. “Future development is not just about aviation,” added Van Manen.

He suggests the Town of Ponoka, Ponoka County, the Ponoka Flying Club and the Ponoka Airport Commission have an opportunity to align their service offerings to see growth at the airport.

An economic impact study was not conducted on the airport as it was not part of MMM Group’s mandate, said Van Manen.

Kids’ aviation program takes flight

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

MMM Group consultant Philip Van Manen shows pilots some a plan that will set the stage for the future of the Ponoka airport, Thursday April 16.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Kids aged 8 to 17 interested in learning about what it takes to fly are going to have a first-hand opportunity with an aviation program called COPA (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association) for Kids.

Town council received a letter Tuesday, April 14 during their regular meeting from Perry Wilson, a pilot with the Ponoka Flying Club, requesting permission to hold the event at the Ponoka Industrial Airport.

“We view the event as a good opportunity to educate children about aviation and answer

their questions about careers in the field,” explained Wilson in the letter.

The flying program is set for Saturday, May 23 and Wilson said they expect to fly out 80 kids on a first come (register)-first served basis.

Mayor Rick Bonnett supported the idea.

“I think it’s a great program to get as many kids out,” said Bonnett.

Support from council for the flying program was unanimous.

To find out more about the program and for registration check the website: www.copaforkids.org. Interested parents can also email: trishmross@gmail.com.

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Back Cover: $1135 Inside Front: $885 $885 With a distribution of 10,000 copies, the 2015 Inside Back: Ponoka Visitor’s Guide will be circulated to visitor Cover Deadline: information centres throughout Alberta, as well as April 24, 2015 at 12 NOON local hotels, motels, bed & breakfast facilities and retail shops.

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DISPLAY ADS Business Card: $105 1 ⁄4 Pg (31⁄4”x5”): $180 1 ⁄2 Pg (63⁄4”x5”): $325 $605 Full Pg (101⁄4”x5”): Advertising Deadline: April 24, 2015 at 12 NOON All ads include full colour.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

“Fast Eddy” running across Canada, twice

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Running a marathon and a half a day is Eddy “Fast Eddy” Dostaler, who has made it a priority to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and breast cancer.

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but running across the country is something Dostaler realized is not a new idea. He wants to make an impact and was inspired by his professor, Dr. Tom Owen, at Thompson Rivers University, in B.C. who wanted Dostaler to do something to benefit breast cancer.

“He always advocated breast cancer,” said Dostaler.

Thompson died of health complications and when Dostaler found out about his passing, he decided to honour the late professor’s suggestion and added cancer awareness to Alzheimer’s and is now running for both, which is how the “There and Back” campaign started, a campaign to run across Canada twice.

The first phase in the across-the-nation run started March 1 in Victoria, B.C. and Dostaler said he prefers to run at night as it is cooler and he gets to enjoy the landscape around him. Since he is running by himself, Dostaler gets some help with website updates and requests for donations, but being on the road is also being at his office.

While running, he will update Facebook or Twitter as well to keep people updated.

“It’s something I promised people,” said Dostaler about his goals.

What does he do to keep focused on the task? “Music.

I listen to everything.”

Dostaler listens to a wide variety of music while running but he also listens to motivational talks and quotes.

He says this helps him stay focussed. When the wind and rain comes down, Dostaler says he will put on his music to help him push forward.

He added that support received so far is an inspiration for him and he uses that to keep on moving.

“I was raised in life where all you had was your name and your word. I gave my word that I will do my best and that’s what I’m going to do,” he added.

To keep up with Dostaler’s location and to donate, check the website at www. fasteddycanada.com. He has already garnered interest from photographers, schools, towns and other runners. “I’m trying to make this as big as possible,” he said.

Some people have taken time to run along with him and Dostaler said he intends to do a specific 24-hour run in each province to raise further awareness. He runs approximately 65 kilometres a day.

PONOKA NEWS 13

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Thousands raised during Kinsmen live auction Auctioneer and Kinsmen member Darrel Johnston takes bids Saturday, April 18 during the Kinsmen Club’s fundraising live auction. The event raised more than $30,000 to improve the toboggan hill named the Tom Hamilton Memorial Hill in the Southwest Industrial Park.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The Ponoka Kinsmen live auction fundraising supper has always been a big money raising event, but this year’s had special significance as money brought in is going to benefit the Tom Hamilton Memorial Hill, located in the Southwest Industrial Park.

After the untimely death of Tom Hamilton, himself a member of the Ponoka Kinsmen and advocate for the toboggan hill, the Kinsmen decided to name the hill after him. The fundraiser, held Saturday, April 18 at the

Kinsmen Community Centre, became a small celebration of Hamilton’s efforts and it showed in the donations.

Kinsmen president Ken Groot was impressed with the turnout and donations this year. Not only did people make large donations they were also ready to place their bids on items.

The toboggan hill project was started last fall and after this fundraiser the club will be able to expand greatly on the hill, said Groot. Besides adding more material and grass, he says they intend to add a variety of paths for sleds.

“Once we get that all done, we’re going to put a light pole on the top and then we’re going to put ‘Tom Hamilton Memorial Hill’ on the top there too. The light will always be on up there,” explained Groot.

“It only made sense that we did something like that,” he added.

Interest was quite intense and the live auction brought in more than $30,000. Final numbers were not available at production time.

As part of the evening, Hamilton’s wife Amanda also made a special donation to three groups. She presented three $2,500 cheques: first was to Robson Valley Search and Rescue, the second and third to the Lacombe and Ponoka Parent Link Centres, respectively.

Amanda said the money was from the Kinsmen Club and she was still collecting other donations received over recent weeks. She is grateful for the support the community has provided.

“I have the entire community that grew up with him … Everybody’s grieving with me,” said Amanda.

Support has been so strong that the Kinsmen’s Go Fund Me online campaign has also brought in $7,760 in pledges.

Hamilton’s father Jim was proud to be a part of the fundraising experience.

He had the high bid for advertising space on the back

of the Kinsmen phone book.

Jim said he intends to use it to put a picture of his son on there. Jim added naming the toboggan hill after Hamilton will be important for his children, who will never get to know him.

While the Kinsmen club has a relatively small number

of members, support from the community has always been strong. Groot says anyone interested in joining can find that the Kinsmen’s main goal is to benefit the community.

Fundraising is one part of their goal, but he said it is also an opportunity to have fun together as a team.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

PSC students take part in 30-hour famine

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Students at Ponoka Secondary Campus worked on their detachment during a recent 30-hour famine.

This year’s famine was held Friday, April 10 to 11 and students could only have water or juice over the 30 hours. Grade 10 student Kassidy McCurdy said numbers were down from recent years,

but those individuals taking part raised close to $6,000 to go to World Vision Youth Canada.

The association’s goal is to deal with four key projects related to children and poverty: hunger, child protection, a focus on children and a movie called Girl Rising; a global campaign to educate girls.

McCurdy said completing the famine gave her and many

students a strong sense of accomplishment and belonging to helping a worldwide issue.

Taking on the famine was an eye opener.

“You don’t actually understand the struggle,” said McCurdy.

Grade 9 social studies teacher Brady Teeling was proud of the students’ efforts.

It helped them get some perspective on what it means to

go without food. He feels they all had a sense of achievement.

Students started the famine at 8 a.m. and did not have lunch with classmates, said McCurdy. She added that lunchtime was a challenge.

While friends were eating, she and fellow fasters had to watch on.

As the day turned to night, students had a chance to so-

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Some went to bed early and others stayed up late.

At 2 p.m. on Saturday,

lunch was served. Teeling said you could hear a pin drop while students bit into their sandwiches. For McCurdy there was one big lesson, which was “to be grateful for the food you get,” she said.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Chamber trade fair proves a big draw for crowds

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Participation at the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce’s superhero-themed trade fair proved a fun experience for the whole family and numbers were up from last year.

The event was held Friday, April 17 and 18 at the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex giving children and parents tons of entertainment, said chamber executive director Les Jaster. He enjoyed walking the aisles and seeing vendors being busy.

“I’m really enjoying the entertainment on the small ice surface as well as the movies over in the IGA movie theatre,” added Jaster.

Increased interest from corporate sponsorship, adding the movie theatre – a new idea that proved fun for kids – and some of the other events were areas he felt were a positive for the trade fair this year. Jaster said about half the vendors were new and he was pleased to see them happy with the turnout.

One area he feels needs development is the sports activities. On the small ice surface there was an area for youth to try out their curling, basketball, football and golfing skills. This was a first for the chamber and was intended to entice youths to attend.

“Our biggest challenge was the 13 to 19 year old demographic,” said Jaster.

“Not sure we hit the mark this year, but now we know what not to do next year.”

He suggests without trying new ideas, planners won’t be able to know what works and what does not.

Besides the large ice surface being full of vendors, the trade fair also had the Market Square with home vendors and a variety of specialty baked items and treats could be bought. Jaster’s goal for the future is to see more than 100 main booths sold.

“I’d love to attract the 13

to 19 demographic. I would like to have more trade fair booths on the small ice surface,” he said.

This trade fair tends to bring in thousands of people and Jaster suggested one reason he feels it is popular is because of the entertainment throughout the weekend and the special annual theme, this year’s being the superhero theme.

The trade fair brought a large variety of vendors, from home improvement companies to car dealerships to local associations and sports teams. In the Market Square, vendors could be found selling homemade treats, crafts and jewelry.

There was an estimated 2,300 people that visited the trade fair over the course of the weekend.

Cervus Equipment welcomes hundreds at inaugural open house

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Interest in Cervus Equipment’s open house Saturday, April 18 proved great with an estimated 1,000 people coming through its doors.

Free lunch and entertainment such as a bouncy castle and John Deere pedal race track for the kids were just some of the reasons to check out the dealership’s newly inaugurated location across from the Calnash Ag Event Centre.

Customers could see first-hand the large servicing bays, which are intended to service large farm equipment.

It was also a time for customers and their families to be appreciated, said branch manager Rick Cline.

"It's family day today. We know the importance of family. In agriculture, it’s everywhere.”

He was pleased to see such interest from the community. In preparation for the open house, 750 burgers plus hotdogs, cake and juice were ordered for lunch and it didn’t’ take long for those to be eaten up.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Adult learning obstacles tackled by community groups

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

In an ongoing effort to keep the focus on the need for adult learning, the County of Ponoka Literacy Society held a dialogue session on Tuesday, April 14 to gauge how the community wanted to progress with adult learning.

“Community dialogues are a valuable first step toward increasing and enhancing access to lifelong learning and continuing education in our community,” said co-ordinator Dorothy Houghton.

A series of questions regarding the concept of adult learning in the community was posed to those who attended, and the attendees were broken into small groups to discuss each issue.

Groups in attendance included: retired teachers, IODE, the Knights of Columbus, Parkland Reform Church, the Royal Canadian Legion, Ponoka Jubilee Library, St. Mary’s Anglican Church, the Ponoka Seniors Drop In Centre, Family and Community Support Services, County of Ponoka Literacy Society, the Early Childhood Coalition, Community Learning Network and members of the general public.

The idea to hold a session on the topic was proposed by the Government of Alberta under the ministry of Innovation and

Advanced Education via the Community Learning Network.

“They do the funding,” Houghton explained. “They felt there was a need to have this discussion.”

“Through this project, we want to help foster and support a ‘culture of collaborations’ so solutions to addressing the need of adult learning in Alberta can be tailored to each community’s needs and (be) supported by the community as a whole,” she added.

Topics discussed during the event include what adult learning needs should be addressed in Ponoka and what are the barriers adult learners in the community face.

As for the community’s needs, multicultural events, computer literacy, numeracy, communication skills, product knowledge and more comprehensive workplace training, financial literacy and issues for seniors were all concepts named that need to be addressed in order to enhance adult learning.

Challenges thought to be present in the community include awareness of programs offered, costs and financial issues, physical access, timing of the programs in relation to a person’s schedule, community attitude, transportation, childcare and fear and embarrassment were all named.

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increase adult learning in communities is nothing new and Houghton says it has been on the radar in Ponoka for more than a decade. She has been with the County of Ponoka Literacy Society for approximately 15 years.

“But started way before then,” she stressed.

In recent years, the efforts that are being put into adult learning have improved the situation. “In the last few years, many of the English language learners have their permanent residence card and some, their citizenship card,” said Houghton.

Adults investing in programs such as the society’s English Language Learning and Adult Basic Education — both of which are free programs — are finding employment and building

the foundation needed for a successful life in the community.

“There’s lots of success stories,” said Houghton.

While adult learning benefits the learners

directly, it also benefits communities as a whole with less unemployment, assimilation and a bettereducated population, says Houghton.

“And that’s what it’s all

about,” she added.

For those looking to contribute to adult learning, the County of Ponoka Literacy Society is in need of more volunteers to work with the learners.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Spring HOME & GARDEN Trees face winter damage, new plant varieties gain in popularity

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

As winter’s icy grip on the province fades and spring becomes stronger it is time for those with the green thumb and all the gardening fans to begin prepping their gardens and flowerbeds.

Country Garden and Greenhouse owner Carmen Sim says while it was a fairly mild winter as to what can be expected in Alberta, it is still too early to know how the winter weather will affect plants and gardens in the coming months.

She feels the plants most at risk of negative side effects are the trees.

“That cold snap we had in January, the chance of winter kill on trees could be quite high.”

The trees are in danger of frost cracking because; prior to the cold spell the warmer weather would have had the trees thinking it was spring. “Any available moisture within the trees starts to swell,” said Sim. The water would have frozen solid and the cells of the tree burst.

“It will crack halfway up but the roots are still viable,” said Sim. Once a tree is damaged by frost cracking there is no way to save it, despite still having roots. “The stem

of the tree won’t re-grow,” said Sim. She says anything below the frost crack has a chance to continue growing but the tree will never be the same as it once was.

“That’s the hard part of Alberta . . . there’s nothing you can to, whether it’s (the tree) hardy to this area or not,” said Sim. However, trees that are less susceptible to frost cracking include juniper, silver leaf and Russian olive.

Black knot is another issue tree growers need to keep an eye on this spring, as is birch leaf minor. “It’s a bug that gets into your tree. It can be controlled

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Gardening trends When it comes to trends in gardening, Sim says raised flowerbeds remain popular, as they are easier to work in and more decorative.“Raised flower beds work well for perennials.”

There is also a new rose on the market called the never alone rose. “They’re beautiful.” said Sim. “They’re hardy to this area,” she added. continued on page 23

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

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Spring is the perfect time for pests to exit their hiding spots and become more visible. To prepare for this says Sinia, establish an integrated pest management (IPM) approach toward pest control. IPM incorporates proactive techniques such as exclusion, sanitation and home maintenance to help keep pests out of your home.

The following tips – motivated by SPRING – will help to keep your home pest-free: • Screen and Seal: Inspect for potential entry points. Structural deterioration may have occurred during the harsh winter conditions so those spots may have to be screened or sealed. Install or repair window screens and seal any cracks and crevices with steel mesh and caulking to prevent easy access to the inside.

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• Inspection: As temperatures increase above 15 degrees Celsius, inspect your home for spring pests such as spiders, ants, centipedes and cockroaches. If you have any sightings of these pests, you could have a larger infestation. Immediately contact your pest management provider.

• Nix clutter: Nix the clutter that has built up over the winter months. Old cardboard boxes, containers and unused equipment piled up in basements and garages can create harbourage for pests. Consider replacing all cardboard boxes with plastic storage bins. Pay attention to clothes piled in closets and storage rooms as these areas are a common hiding spot.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

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in favour of the vacation at home, a staycation.

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Spring HOME & GARDEN Staycation in your outdoor space continued from page 20 “This year’s biggest shift in outdoor spaces is towards creating an all-inclusive atmosphere so that the backyard is a seamless getaway,” says Jardim. “Why not redirect some of your hard-earned travel dollars to create a retreat you can enjoy for years?”

Here are Jardim’s tips for achieving your outdoor oasis: Set the mood: Com-

fortable outdoor furniture – daybeds, sectionals and even recliners – are key to creating a great space. “From relaxing after a long day, to lingering with family and friends long after a meal is over, comfort should be a top priority,” explains Jardim. “Start with neutral pieces that will act as the base and add pops of colour and pattern with décor accessories. Accent pieces can

without worrying about wind blowing them out.

Extend your stay: Don’t let the elements stop you from enjoying your outdoor space.

With the right shelter – a gazebo, pergola, or heavy-duty umbrella – you can add ambi-

ence and architectural interest while increasing your time outdoors, rain or shine.

“Fire pits are also great for adding that cozy feeling to your backyard,” Jardim points out. “Just be sure to check your bylaws. A fire pit

can extend that precious patio time and keep you warm in your outdoor space early in the spring and late into the fall.”

With a few simple additions, your very own private oasis becomes attainable.

show off your style and make it easy to keep up with trends.”

To really capture that vacation feeling you can set the mood with lighting. For example, Lowe’s has LED lights and solar powered chandeliers, says Jardim, that are easy to install and can help keep a garden party going late into the night. Flameless candles can also set the perfect ambience for any soiree,

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Spring HOME & GARDEN BBQs and outside entertaining a new trend for homeowners

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With spring upon us many homeowners are looking at ways to entertain at home and many are looking at the best barbecue for the job.

One of the things Gary Colyn, owner of Ponoka’s Home Hardware, feels will see growth this year is barbecue sales. “Barbecues are getting bigger and fancier,” Colyn said.

He feels home owners are enjoying home entertaining more than ever and barbecues such as wood pellet stoves have become quite popular. Colyn suggests homeowners are finding ways to improve amenities such as their decks and other outside areas.

“Lots of people are planning on staying in their home longer,” said Colyn.

He added that many owners want to customize their homes to suit their

needs. The trend for bigger and better barbecues appears to be continuing into this year. “I know we ran out of certain items real quick last year.”

He is already receiving questions on some of the units offered at the store.

Whatever the project, Colyn suggests people want to be outside working on projects that improve the aesthetics of their front or backyard. He expects people will want to be outside as much as possible when the weather is ideal.

With warmer weather, Colyn said homeowners should also take a look at their eavestroughs. While he recommends clearing out the eaves every fall and spring, twigs and leaves still get stuck over the winter.

Colyn says unplugging the eaves will ensure proper drainage of water and prevent it from pouring down the sides of the home.

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Sim says because of its immunity, other varieties of columnar aspen are being taken off the market. “So it will be the only columnar tree for years to come.”

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A new columnar aspen, called the prairie skyrise, is also becoming a popular choice for residential land-

ing vegetable in gardens, Sim says that is a good way for people to make healthy eating choices and be more self-sustainable.

Good items to plant are beans, sunburst squash, carrots, which when plated in flowerbeds help to loosen the soil, and lettuce.

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I guess I passed my 72,000 mile check-up

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In those days of our lives when we are young and busy, we likely felt that we were indestructible, and even though we did suffer through those miserable childhood diseases such as measles, mumps, chicken pox and all the rest, our beloved mothers always got us through it with some horrible tasting medicines, lots of grandmother’s old fashioned soup and a whole lot of love and pampering. As we got older, we toughened up even more, brushing off the aches and pains and cuts and bruises because we didn’t want to miss anything, and it had to be something really serious to get us to the doctor’s office, the ER, or even into the hospital to get our tonsils out or to patch up a broken arm.

When we got married and tried to settle down, all of us, men and women, were usually too busy with work and family and social life to pay enough attention to our health and welfare. Our wives or mates likely insisted that we should quit moaning and complaining and go and make an appointment at the Medical Centre, but then again we will now likely admit that it was ‘a man thing’, or was it just plain stubbornness and pride. Of course, like so many others, yours truly fell into that wild and carefree category for quite a few years, but then again as I got older and grayer and I began to sag and suffer just a little bit more, especially after overdoing it, I managed to get up enough courage and some common sense to go and get a complete medical check-up from top to bottom each and every year. continued on page 28

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Active period for East Ponoka 4-H beef Club SUBMITTED BY DAKOTAH NICHOLS EAST PONOKA CLUB REPORTER

The East Ponoka 4-H has had a busy past few months starting with the Jan. 3 calf tour.

The tour was an exciting time to see everyone’s progress on their steers and see how much of a difference the steers were showing since weigh-in of Oct 13, 2014.

In February, we held our 4-H public speaking on the Feb. 1 2015 at Calumet Hall. We would like to recognize all of the judges, Herman Simons, Lorrene Thiessen, Claudia

Jensen, Ron Labrie, Patti Wynnychuk and Joyce Bussard for giving up their time to judge and give us feed back on our speeches.

Starting with the junior category, judges placed Colby Padgham first for presenting his speech about “To hunt or not to hunt” and Isaac McCaughey second with his speech called “I hate it” about how much he doesn’t like school but then gave many examples on how school is helpful in life.

Intermediate judges placed Megan Bolton first on giving her speech about the quest for perfection, and Tasha Kjenner second for

VJV MARKET REPORT MARKET REPORT APRIL 15, 2015

On Wednesday, April 15, 2015 - 1618 head of cattle went through our rings TOTAL - 1618

SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 cows D3 - D4 cows Good Holstein cows Medium Holstein cows Heiferettes Bologna Bulls

145.00 -158.00 130.00-145.00 115.00-140.00 105.00-120.00 160.00-180.00 150.00-180.00

her speech on the significance of holidays and Riley Deleeuw third for a speech on agriculture.

As for the senior judges, they placed Tawni Kjenner first for giving an interesting speech about the power of hydration, and Virginia Harvey second for presenting about the experience of the Broncs world tour. The top two speakers for each age group, moved on to speak at the East Zones competition Feb. 22. This year was the first year in the East Ponoka Beef Club public speaking we had someone give a presentation. Julianna Harvey

decided to change that, and gave a presentation on cuts of beef, which was something new and interesting to see.

Also on Feb. 20, the club attended the Calgary Flames 4-H Western night where they gave four lucky 4-H members the chance to meet Curtis Glencross after the game and a few lucky members got to ride on the Zamboni but unfortunately not from our club.

Lastly on March 15, we held a meeting where we discussed planning for our upcoming show and sale, making sure everyone’s steers are growing and doing well.

Local 4-H Beef clubs raise funds for Ponoka General Hospital

Feeder bulls 165.00-200.00 Good Bred Cows 2000.00-2700.00 Older Bred Cows N/A Good Bred Heifers: NONE Cow/calf pairs (younger) 2600.00-3300.00 Cow/Calf pairs (older) N/A

STOCKERS AND FEEDERS Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus:

210.00-225.00 220.00-244.00 240.00-265.00 275.00-300.00 300.00-330.00 320.00-340.00 330.00-370.00 350.00-390.00

Dairy Steers Baby Calves Dairy Type: Baby Calves Beef Type: Hay: Sq Bales Straw: Sq. Bales Greenfeed: Sq. Bales

190.00-225.00 N/A 300.00-625.00 2.00-6.25 NONE

Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers

N/A 205.00-220.00 230.00-250.00 250.00-275.00 260.00-288.00 290.00-325.00 320.00-365.00 330.00-377.00

Rd Bales Rd Bales Rd Bales

60.00-100.00 NONE

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35TH ANNUAL SUMMER MACHINERY CONSIGNMENT AUCTION FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2015 • RIMBEY, ALBERTA

Bolt the charity steer SUBMITTED

NOTICE:

Selling equipment to all four Western provinces and the Northern USA. Listings are now being accepted for the Summer Machinery Consignment Auction.

All items must be listed by Tuesday, May 19, 2015 to be included on our Sales Posters, Newspaper, Radio Advertising, Web Page and extensive mailing lists.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO CONSIGN CALL:

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The Rimbey Gas Plant will be taken offline from April 24 to May 13, 2015 to complete a major turnaround of the facility. Turnaround is a time when the gas plant is taken completely offline and all equipment is drained, depressured, cleaned and thoroughly inspected. All reasonable efforts will be taken to minimize the amount of gas flared while depressuring the plant and raw gas gathering systems.

Each fall East Ponoka, West Ponoka and Central Ponoka 4-H Beef clubs purchase a steer to be fed throughout the winter and raffled off for charity at their annual show and sale. Each club takes a turn in raising the charity steer and this year "Bolt", the charity steer, a French Charolais/Polled Hereford Cross was raised by the Central Ponoka 4-H

Beef Club at the Winter farm.

All three clubs will be selling raffle tickets at $5 each and there are only 1800 tickets available for sale. The draw will take place at our annual show and sale at the Calnash Ag Event Centre barn on Tuesday, May 5 at approximately 5:30 p.m.

If you are the lucky winner of this finished steer, you will have the choice of having it butchered, cut and wrapped for your freezer (at your cost) or it will be taken to VJV Auction Market and you will receive fair market value for the sale of the steer. (approximately $2,600).

This year's proceeds will go to the Ponoka and District Health Foundation to purchase special medical equipment for the Ponoka General Hospital.

Tickets are available from any 4-H Beef member or leader. You can also call Erin Fleck at 403-704-4552 and make arrangements to buy tickets as well.

On behalf of all of our 4-H Beef clubs, we sincerely thank the community for its support and we hope to see you at our show and sale May 4 and 5 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre barn.

During the turnaround there will be workers, equipment and services on site, over and above that required for normal plant operations. This will result in extra traffic in and around the plant for this time period.

Keyera Corp. and its’ partners in the Rimbey Gas Plant appreciate your cooperation and support as we continue to maintain and update the facility with new technologies. For any concerns please call, Murray Loyek at 403-843-7146 or Bob Morrish at 403-843-7113.

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Musical entertainment: Gil Risling sang Hey Good Lookin’ and Lovesick Blues in the style of Hank Williams during the Louisiana Hayride Show’s 5th Anniversary Celebration Tour, held at the Ponoka Moose Lodge Friday, April 17. William Brookefield accompanied on the keyboard and Mike Melnichuk (not pictured) was on the stand-up bass.

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Mike Stretch (left) president of the Ponoka Stampede Association recently presented a $1000 cheque to Vern Dick, a member of the Wheelchair Van Society. This donation will be used to help ½nance the purchase of two new vans.

UNRESERVIED FARM SALE FOR JOHN FAWCETT MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2015 • BLUFFTON, ALBERTA • 10:30am Directions: 6 miles north of Rimbey on Hwy #20 to Secondary Hwy #607 (Wilson Creek Road), turn west for 4 miles to Rge Rd 33, turn north for 1 1/8 miles on the west side of the road, down a long driveway. (435010 Rge Rd 33) TRACTORS

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Hi-Hog Squeeze & Palpation Cage WW Cattle Squeeze 7 - Hi-Hog 10' HD Panels c/w 4' Walking Thru Gates 3 - Hi-Hog 12' HD Panels Hi-Hog Slide In Stock Racks c/w Tarp 3 - 16' Calf Shelters Calf Tipping Table Wooden Loading Chute c/w On Skids & Adjustable Height 3 - 30' Silage Feed Bunks 10' Plastic Feed Trough Various Rd Bale Feeders Calf Sled MISCELLANEOUS DSP Gooseneck Ball Hitch c/w Sliding Mtds 20.8x38 Clamps On Duals Homemade Dune Buggy - Not Running Shop Supplies Various Shop Tools Various Vet Supplies Assorted Scrap Iron TRUCKS & TRAILER 1976 Chev C50 S/A Grain Truck c/w 14' Wooden Box & Hoist, V8, 5 Spd & 58,600 Kms 1950's Dodge S/A Grain Truck c/w 12' Wood Box & Hoist, 6 Cyl, 4 Spd 1994 Chev 3/4 Ton 4x4 Reg Cab Truck c/w V8 & Gas 1981 Chev 3/4 Ton 4x4 Truck - Not Running

1970's Chev 3/4 Ton 2wd Truck Not Running

2001 Norbert 16' T/A Gooseneck Stock Trailer c/w Ball Type Hitch & Matted Floor ANTIQUES JD D 2wd Tractor on Steel - Will Run 2 - MH 55 2wd Tractors - Not Running IHC Parts Tractor on Steel Cockshutt 10' Press Drill Cockshutt Breaking Plow IHC Breaking Plow 3 pth Breaking Plow 4' 3 pth Disc 2 - Old Tillers Drag Disc Cockshutt End Wheel Drill Cockshutt Side Delivery Rake Dump Rake Hay Sweep w/ Push Off JD Semi Mtd. 6' Sickle Mower Sq Bale Stook Retriever 2 - JD 25 Combines - For Parts S/A Manure Spreader on Steel Various Old Tractor Parts Old Swathers, Sq Balers & Binders for Parts

Owner’s Phone Number: (403) 843-6485 Terms & Conditions: Cash, Cheque or Debit Card, G.S.T. will apply on some items, ALL ITEMS MUST BE PAID FOR ON SALE DAY. Listings are subject to additions & deletions Lunch will be available

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UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE & FARM SALE FOR THE ESTATE OF GLEN FAWCETT SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2015 • BLUFFTON, ALBERTA • 10:00 AM Directions: North of Rimbey on Hwy 20, 6 Miles to Secondary Hwy #607, West 7.8 Kms to Rge Rd 34, North 2 Kms on the West Side of the Road (County Sign - 45030 RRD 34) Real Estate: Selling at 12:00 Noon Legal: SE 32-43-3 W5M Selling: 160 Acres M/L with 3 Surface Oil Leases, Fences & Cross Fence as well as a 3 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bathroom 16’x72’ Mobile Home with Carpet & Linoleum, Fridge, Electric Stove, Dishwasher, New Hot Water Tank, Washer & Dryer. Plus a 40’x60’ Quonset w/ an Overhead Door & Cement Floor in 1/2 the Building, a 16’x25’ Wood Working Shop w/ a Wooden Floor that is Approx. 5 Years Old. In addition there are Support Buildings including a Calving Barn, Cattle Shed, Garden Shed & a Fuel Shed.

2 Water Wells w/ a Submersible Pump.

Oil Revenue: $9,850.00 Directions: From the Bluffton Rock on Hwy #20, 5 Miles West to the Paved Road to Rge Rd 40, 1 Mile North on the East Side Legal: NW 6-44-3 W5M Selling: 160 Acres M/L of Pasture with 2 Surface Oil Leases, 2 Dugouts with a Creek running from the North to the South, 4 Wire Perimeter Fence w/ a Old Yard Site in the NW Corner, Access on the East Side by an Oil Well Road & Some Cross Fences.

Oil Revenue: $5,375.00 Open Houses: April 19th & April 25th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Real Estate Transaction are being Handled by Morrison Realty - (403) 783-0556 Real Estate Terms & Conditions: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Possession on or before June 9, 2015. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED by June 9, 2015 the Deposit will be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages.

All measurement are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.

Plus Selling: a Case IH 7110 2wd Tractor c/w Only 2967 Hrs & Duals, Case 1390 2wd Tractor c/w FEL & 3 pth, Norbert 20’ Stock Trailer, Kello 176 8’ Disc, Ezee-On 1490 16’ Disc, Assorted Trucks, Seeding & Tillage, Harvesting Equipment, Cattle Handling & Many Other Items.

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72,000 mile check-up continued from page 25 Maybe before I was scared or just too lazy to set aside those vitally important few hours to check in with my doctor, but after having a health scare a couple of years ago, I vowed that I owed it to myself and my family to take care of myself, and I sincerely hope that each and every one of you feel exactly the same about that very important and special person that is YOU. It only takes a small part of your day to sit down with your doctor to answer a few personal questions, and then follow up with the usual blood tests and what other simple procedures are required, which involve very little pain and a whole lot of gain and vital information going into the future.

Nowadays, the results usually come back the same day, and early detection of any symptoms or health problems will hopefully lead to immediate attention, treatment, a cure and the saving and revitalization of many a life for young and old.

Along the way each and every one of us has likely picked up just a few bad habits or cravings or behavior when it comes to our diets and our day-to-day lifestyles? Most of us are always quite passionate when it comes to worrying about and taking care of everyone else, which is wonderful, but it is never too late to take a little time each day to become our own best friend by striving to eat sensibly, to get enough sleep and exercise, and to ‘be happy’ and share a little fun and relax time with others. Here in Alberta, Canada, we are blessed with thousands of medical professionals and facilities which are prepared on a 24-7 basis to give us all the vital treatment, care, and attention that we need.

Please become aware of the warning signs of illness and don’t hesitate to reach out whenever there is a medical need or emergency for you and yours, and for roundthe-clock information just pick up the phone and call Alberta Health Link toll free at 1-866-408-5465.

Now let’s have some fun. *Scientists have discovered that seniors have no reason to be concerned because we often think we are losing our memory. Studies

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show that over the years we have accumulated so much information in our brain that it sometimes requires a little more time for us to come up with all the answers. *When I got my bill for the operation I found out

why surgeons wear masks in the operating room. *The new lady at the clinic is a very kind and understanding doctor. If you can’t afford the operation she touches up the x-rays. *Surgeons are often

asked to cut meat at a dinner party. One brash young host did all the carving himself in front of a gallery of interested doctors, suggesting to them that he would make a pretty good surgeon. The wise veteran physician qui-

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etly replied.... ‘Anyone can take them apart Harry, now let’s see you put them back together again.’ *Bill: The fines just tripled the other day and my wife got a speeding ticket.

Ray: That’s nothing; my

wife is so bad that the cops give her a season ticket.

As well as enjoying spring, watch for all the election signs and red-hot campaign hype and promises, then go ahead and have a great week, all of you.

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ELECTION 2015 Alberta New Democrats, Doug Hart After 44 years of Conservative governments which have mismanaged our public finances, created chaos in the health system and failed to invest in necessary infrastructure, Albertans are ready for change. The Alberta New Democrats are prepared to govern and I am proud to be on their team.

While the Conservatives propose 59 new taxes and levies, including a health care tax, and the Wildrose Party will cut public services and slash jobs, the Alberta New Democrats have a plan for made-in-Alberta jobs and a progressive income tax and royalty review in order to bring the budget back into balance by 2017. We will protect the health care services and education supports that are important for you and your family.

Rachel Notley and the

New Democrats have steadfastly maintained we need fair taxes that require corporations to pay reasonable tax rates on profits over $500 million, resource royalty rates need to be reviewed to reflect international standards, and that the 10 per cent flat income tax be replaced with a progressive income tax, with those earning more than $125,000 paying a little more. We propose an expansion of continuing care beds for seniors, protecting the sanctity of the publically funded and administered health system, and will demand predictable, sustainable, and adequate funding for schools and post-secondary Institutions. Proposals to provide job creation tax credits for small business, returning funding for diabetic monitoring supplies, and a transparent process for prioritizing public infrastruc-

ture projects are among our leadership proposals.

Locally, I would fight for landowners’ property rights and would resist carbon capture legislation, expand public continuing care beds, and diversify the economy through value-added agriculture and agribusiness, and renewable energy pursuits.

I also have a plan to strengthen the Municipal Sustainability Infrastructure funding for rural communities.

During a 40-year career as nurse, college instructor and college administrator and from decades of service on several national and provincial boards, I have learned the importance of public service and policy governance.

The role of the elected official is to take the wishes and needs of the electorate forward, and to pursue the

greatest good, collaboratively and collectively.

I understand that decisions should be made because they are right, not because they are popular, and that all good ideas be considered, no matter their political origin. I am socially liberal, and fiscally conservative.

My hope from this unnecessary election is that there will evolve a greater accountability to the voter, that promises to the voter will be kept, and that politicians come to understand their role is to serve the public through longterm policy development, not short-term budget cycles.

In my fourth campaign as candidate for the same political party, I hope people realize that my convictions and commitments run deep, and I look forward to your support on May 5.

Alberta Party, Tony Jeglum Tony Jeglum is a fifth generation farmer in Central Alberta. He has also worked in the oil and gas industry and, at one time, was the sole employee of the Alberta Party.

Immediately following high school, Tony studied History and Political Science at Red Deer College. This breadth of experience gives Tony a unique perspective on Alberta’s two largest industries as well as Alberta’s political environment. Tony has a long history of community in-

volvement and volunteerism.

Before the 2012 election, Tony spent four months knocking on doors and witnessed an incredible level of political disengagement and distrust of any politician. He was once convinced our political system was too corrupt to be salvaged, but hopes the involvement of new voters open to exploring political options will bring new democratic life to a stagnant environment.

Recognising a need to

move Alberta away from the stalemate status quo, Tony joined the Alberta Party in 2011. Tony is passionate about ensuring Alberta’s resource revenues benefit not just his generation, but also his grandchildren’s. Regular and dramatic healthcare reorganizations have disrupted the management of our healthcare system. Delayed construction of new schools and hospitals has fallen behind population growth. We need a government that will

get Alberta off of the resource revenue rollercoaster so we can attend to the essentials of government services regardless of the price of a barrel of oil. We must ensure that every dollar the government spends is done prudently, and we must stabilize our revenue stream. To expose our basic services to such volatility is not simply poor planning; it is irresponsible. We can do better; we deserve better, and Tony is excited to be a part of it.

Wildrose to recover Alberta advantage “Thought leadership” is critical to success for Alberta.

Wildrose has been, and will continue to be a cultivar of new ideas that will recover the Alberta advantage.

Ron Orr Wildrose Candidate Fiscal prudence: The only party with a detailed plan to balance the budget by 2017 without raising taxes is Wildrose.

Alberta does not have a revenue problem. We have a spending problem.

We are facing the largest tax increase and debt in our history: only Wildrose will prevent it.

We will NOT reduce charitable tax credits, freeze school funding, terminate diabetes funding, cut front line nurses or teachers.

We will end corporate handouts, untendered government contracts, excessive MLA pay and perks. We will reduce government managerial ranks by 33%, government travel, advertising and conference budgets by 50%.

Spending reductions will result in 2.2 billion saved this year and 3.5 billion saved in 2017-18.

We will re-grow the heritage savings fund to 200 billion in 20 years.

Healthcare: Wildrose will reduce excessive health care management expenses, by 50% in order to strengthen direct nursing care and hospital staff.

We are committed to Universal Public Health Insurance and the Canada Health Act. But will believe that local decision makers know best, and care most, about delivering health care.

We will foster a culture of patient choice, accountability by providers and competition within a publicly funded health insurance system.

Alberta has the second lowest home health care spending in Canada; we will expand home health care.

We will scrap the Seniors Drug Plan which places onerous premiums on seniors.

We will encourage pri-

mary health care - disease prevention and health enhancement.

Education: Wildrose believes in education that fosters creativity and choice. A good education is the key to success in life and society.

We support broad diversity in education: public, catholic, private, charter, distance and home.

We respect individuality with an option for schools to opt into a competency based learning and assessment model.

We will restore the funding now frozen in the budget.

We will build schools long promised but not built.

Democracy: Political process in Alberta is broken.

Democracy that is accountable to voters must be restored.

Wildrose is committed to open and transparent government.

We will institute a Freedom of Information Act which eliminates unreasonable financial barriers to information.

We will implement MLA recall, and citizen initiated ref-

erenda, legislation.

We will keep fixed dates for elections.

We will introduce whistle blower legislation for protection of all government employs.

Rural sustainability: Wildrose is a rural community builder. Small communities need stable funding. We will provide that with 10/10 funding to be used as local municipalities choose.

Agriculture is one of our most a stable, renewable industries. We will review agricultural regulation.

Our rights to property, fresh air and clean water will be protected. We will repeal Bills 19. 24, 36, & 50.

We are committed to giving producers full marketing freedom. We will assist in creating supportive international trade agreement.

I will represent all members of Lacombe-Ponoka with equality and integrity. Exercise your right to vote on May 5 for a bright Alberta future.

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Liberal party throws support behind Doug Hart Lacombe-Ponoka Constituency Association of Alberta Liberal party has announced that they would not be fielding a candidate in the riding in the May 5 provincial election and would instead support the NDP candidate Doug Hart “to give a strong option to voters.”

Outgoing constituency president Vern Dick told Ponoka News they had searched for a candidate to represent the Liberal Party in the provincial election, but that they could not find somebody to muster enough support.

“Prentice called the

election at a time when Wildrose and Liberals were not prepared,” said Dick.

As a result, when the Liberal Party was not able to field a candidate in the riding, the constituency association consulted the Liberal Party provincial leadership and asked for advice.

“They are aware that there was not enough support for a Liberal Party candidate and they told us to make our own decision as the constituency association,” Dick added.

He said their choice was to support Hart’s candidacy in order to enhance his chances of winning.

PC Party, Peter Dewitt Alberta is at a turning point. A collapse in oil prices and a $7 billion deficit have highlighted problems in the way our public finances are run. We have been using energy dollars to pay for our day-to-day expenses. This approach is unpredictable and frankly unsustainable. We need to take immediate action to put Alberta back on track.

My name is Peter DeWit and I am running to become the next MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka. I was born and raised on a farm, and I understand the value of hard work, honesty and persistence. I also know what it takes to build a successful business. My family and I live on an acreage close to Gull Lake. Besides running my own consulting company, I also teach at the Donald School of Business in Red Deer.

Our local constituency needs to be represented within the Alberta Government by a person who understands agriculture and business – someone who can be trusted and someone who can get things done.

This election is about choosing Alberta’s future. Which party has a realistic plan to bring Alberta back on track? Our Premier, Jim Prentice, has laid out a plan that contains five action points.

Cut government waste and focus on the front lines The PC government has taken immediate action to reduce government expenditures including cutting the salaries of MLAs, selling the government planes and implementing a hiring freeze with the exception of frontline positions. We are also looking to review all agencies, boards and commissions so that we can fix the ones that aren’t working and eliminate the ones that are no longer necessary.

Invest in schools, hospitals and roads The PC Plan will invest over $15 billion in schools, hospitals and infrastructure over the next five years. Now is not the time to postpone these important and much needed projects. Construction costs are lower now and the increased economic activity will help prevent Alberta from entering a recession.

Protect Alberta jobs We need to protect Alberta jobs. With many businesses already feeling the squeeze brought on by a drop in oil prices, it is particularly important to preserve as much incentive for businesses to remain open in Alberta as we can. One way the PC Plan achieves this is by maintaining Alberta’s low rate of corporate taxes.

Diversify our economy Our local economy already has a good mix of industrial, service and agricultural sectors. However, we need to develop new opportunities in the areas of agriculture, energy and environmental technologies in order to become less susceptible to the fluctuations in natural resource revenues.

Double our savings in the Heritage Fund Alberta’s energy resources are the birthright of all Albertans – present and future. We will invest oil revenues in the Heritage Fund, doubling the size of the fund by 2024-2025. This will ensure that future generations will continue to benefit from our natural resources.

Alberta’s economy is facing some real difficulties, but Jim Prentice and his team have a plan to successfully navigate these challenges. This is why on election day, I’m asking you to vote for me as your next MLA. On May 5, choose Alberta’s future; choose Peter DeWit!

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Sports

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Warriors club volleyball busy over last two weekends Warriors’ Hannah Morin smashes the ball Saturday, April 18 during a Warriors Club Volleyball tournament.

The team won the bronze medal game against Rimbey.

Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Club volleyball teams had a chance to gain more experience before provincials during the Warriors Club Volleyball tournaments Saturday,

April 11 and Saturday, April 18.

The events were hosted at St. Augustine Catholic School with U13 and U14 teams competing the first weekend and the U15/16 teams the

next, explained coach Darren Josephison. “It’s a tune up. A lot of these teams are going to provincials next weekend.”

The U15/16 Warriors played a strong day winning the bronze medal game against Rimbey. “It was really their most successful tournament, and day of the year.”

The teams that played in the finals, Blackgold Gold from Leduc – who won – and the Red Deer Queens, were the only teams that defeated the Warriors, said Josephison.

The Warriors are heading to provincials over the May 2 and 3 weekend and Josephison said they are the lowest ranked team. He feels they will be able to take some of the momentum from the tournament and push to do better at provincials.

“We have a chance perhaps for a win and to get a medal in division 4,” said Josephison.

This is the first time in many years the Warriors have had three teams: U13/14, U15/16 and U17/18. The older team is also heading to provincials May 2 and 3 and Josephison said they are

in a similar position as the U15/16 team being ranked low.

However, there is quite a bit of development at these age levels, says Josephison, and he feels the experience players get now will benefit them in regular season volleyball.

“It’s just all about playing some games and touching the volleyball and getting experience,” he said.

Results from the U13/14 tournament: U13s Leduc’s Blackgold defeated Delia Novas in championship final.

Camrose’s Battle River defeated Central Rage from Ponoka in the third place match.

U14s St. Albert SAS defeated Strathmore 2-0 in the championship final. The Delia Novas defeated Sherwood Park in the third place match.

Sherwood Park Blue defeated Battle River Camrose in consolation final and the Ponoka Warriors lost their consolation third place match to FOG Edmonton.

After becoming the first cowboy to complete a qualifying ride for the short go with 81 points, Ponoka’s Tyler Pankewitz scored 87 points in his short-go ride to become the champion in the 21st annual Byemoor Bulla-rama on Friday, April 17.

Photo by Mustafa Eric

Barrel racer takes first and second place in Don Laing series

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The Don Laing Trailer Barrel Race Series finished last week with one rider taking the first and second place spots.

Kayley Blair was so determined to win the grand prize of a year’s lease to a Don Laing three horse trailer that she brought four horses with her over the four months of racing.

She was presented with the trailer Wednesday, April 15 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre on the last day of the series.

Blair did so well that

she won the top two spots in the series with two different horses.

The bi-weekly race started Jan. 11 and Blair took the three-hour trek from Minburn each race to ensure she could continue a high average in the series. She missed only one day in the series.

Blair’s winning horse, Famous, helped her earn 220 points overall. Lickety was the second place horse earning her 170 points.

Blair also rode Hootie and Bobby in the series.

“The first horse I won with this trailer, Famous,

I’ve owned him for 13 years. I’ve owned him since he was two years old,” said Blair proudly.

The 16-year-old horse has been a true competitor for her. Lickety has been with her for four years now.

Winning the lease to the trailer was a goal Blair set for herself when the series first got started three years ago. Then she placed second. Last year Blair took some time with family and a new son. This year she was ready.

“I came with a vengeance to get the trailer,”

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Her points were good enough in February that as long as she placed in the jackpots in March, that first place position would be solidified. She has one piece of advice for aspiring professional barrel racers: “Hard work pays off.”

“I set a goal back in November to have my horses ready to rock and roll in January for this series,” she explained.

Blair says she competes in as many pro rodeos as possible in the summer and she intends to put the trailer to good use.

Kayley Blair poses with her top two placing horses Wednesday, April 15 after winning a year lease of a trailer from the Don Laing Barrel Racing Series. Here she poses with sponsor Inger Laing (middle), her son and husband Scott.

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Hockey Ladies: Ponoka’s ladies’ hockey team Silverados took part in the Vegas Tournament hosted by Canadian Hockey Enterprises between April 9 and 11 and lost the gold medal to Nova Scotia’s Captain Finest team with a 3-2 score in overtime. Goals for Silverado in the final was scored by Jaycee Bachelder and Anita Blain. Ƭ In this contributed photo, the finalists pose together to keep a memory of their game with the Silverados in red jerseys.

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Clyde Cordelle tries out some batting Saturday, April 18 during a Baseball Alberta camp in Ponoka.

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Young baseball athletes fine-tune their skills for the future is growth.

By the time kids get to the peewee stage, they know whether they want to continue or try something different, he explained.

With improved program development, Baseball Alberta hopes to keep players for longer.

“That’s one way that a lot of associations and a lot

is strong in Alberta. “We’re in a good position throughout.”

He says the association puts on its own programs but also incorporates others mandated by Baseball Canada. “From the grassroots area, there’s good programs in place to get the kids started.”

With players looking

to become a high calibre baseball athlete, there are also academies they can take part in. Bromley said there are two or three players from Alberta who are on the Canadian 19 and under team and he is pleased with that growth.

He said the goal is to give every player a chance to improve.

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BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Young players with Ponoka Minor Ball were able to improve on core baseball skills during a training camp Saturday, April 18 at the Ponoka Christian School.

Sheen Bromley, baseball coach and technical director with Baseball Alberta, came to Ponoka to help kids aged 7 to 14 with four key skills: running, throwing, fielding and batting.

He hosted two clinics, one for ages 7 to 9 and the other for ages 10 to 14.

While players’ skills are more advanced at the older ages, Bromley said his coaching relates to the four aspects of the game, just at different levels. “We do basically the same stuff just at a little more advanced level.”

“Even the Blue Jays work on those all the time,” he added.

His goal is to develop baseball in Alberta from the grassroots level. “In this case, it’s about coming out and getting a kick-start to the season.”

Bromley says the goal

of coaches can judge their own success, is look at how many kids come back again next year and want to keep playing,” explained Bromley.

Minor baseball outlook for Alberta Bromley says the association is seeing growth across the province and he feels the future of baseball

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Laurie has been part of the Association for 13 plus seasons, has volunteered at many levels of hockey, sat on the board for 5 plus years and has worn different “position” hats.

Laurie is being recognized for the care and attention that is put forth towards the Lacoka program and is a great person to work with, very open and a wealth of knowledge. When needed or asked to attend Hockey Alberta, North Central and Rocky Mountain Female meetings, she was always able to accommodate and make sure PMHA was well represented. Worked diligently with 2 different hockey leagues to make sure the teams all played at the level they were suited for.

Laurie also took on the role of Chairperson of the Host committee of one of the 2 great Provincials hosted this season. This position started back in April of 2014 and she has worked many thankless hours that made it successful with the help of many of others.

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Seniors recognized for their volunteer efforts

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Volunteers at both of Ponoka’s hospitals were treated to an afternoon tea complete with cake and cookies for their dedication to helping the community.

The event was organized by volunteer co-ordinators Janice Mackie, from the Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury and Leanne Brusegard, from the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre, Friday, April 17 at

the Drop-in Centre.

Mackie told attendees that there were two specific awards being handed out that day to individuals or groups who went over and above the call of duty. She said that even though certain in-

Members of Kountry Krafters were awarded the Rita Scott Volunteer Award Friday, April 17 at the Drop In Centre for their efforts over the years. (l-r) Here Helen Hagemann, Linda Cunningham, Ray Scott (Rita’s son), Vera Arnold and Eileen Lee pose. Missing is Shirley Campbell.

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dividuals received the award, all the volunteers were being recognized with the afternoon tea. “You are appreciated,” stated Mackie.

Rita Scott Volunteer Award This year’s recipient of the Rita Scott Volunteer Award is a group called the Kountry Krafters. It was presented by Rita’s son Ray, who said his mother was always volunteering her time.

He presented the award to the entire group: Linda Cunningham, Eileen Lee, Verna Arnold, Helen Hagemann and Shirley Campbell who was unable to attend.

Ray said he started the award to keep his mother’s memory alive and intended it for individuals or groups. The Kountry Krafters volunteered more than 22,000 hours in the last 27 years and made many donations to groups such as women’s shelters and Ronald McDonald House.

Morna Chorney Heart and Soul Award Presenting this year’s Morna Chorney Heart and

Ponoka native wins runner up in national writing contest

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

A former Ponoka resident was recently named runner up in the 2015 CBC Short Story Prize / Prix de nouvelle Radio-Canada for his gritty short story, Uncle Ray’s Tattoos.

Tom McMillan, 31, grew up in Ponoka and now works in communications for a health care organization in Ottawa.

McMillan said in an interview that he got the idea for the story several years ago after reading a story about a son who witnessed

his father in a fight and began to feel like a man after getting into a fight of his own.

“The story stuck with me and I wanted to try taking the idea in the opposite direction. Everything else just slowly fell into place from there,” said McMillan.

McMillan won a Toronto Star writing contest in 2012 with another realistic story centered on an astronaut. “I think that both stories deal with identity and relationships, which is something that seems to come up a lot in my writing,” he said.

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“We want to make sure that each year our important recognition goes on,” said Mackie.

The musical group Freda’s Fiddlers was also given certificates of appreciation.

After 10 years of playing music at different events, the group is retiring. “We can’t tell you how much this has meant,” said Mackie.

Central Zone volunteer stats: • There are 2,746 registered volunteers in the central zone, along with 180 community groups and 28 auxiliaries.

• Volunteers, community groups and auxiliaries contributed more than 158,576 hours of service in 2014.

Provincial stats: • There are 15,007 volunteers, auxiliary members and community groups.

• In the past year, volunteers collectively logged just short of one million hours.

STAR request for wider busing service by WCPS declined

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Cheque to STARS: Donations after the death of Elaine Finkbeiner to STARS Air Ambulance poured in and Finkbeiner’s daughter Dusty was able to make a large donation of $10,300 to the air ambulance. Another $375 was donated the Lacoka girls’ hockey team. Here (l-r) Michelle and Brock Auclair, Dusty and Macy Auclair pose with the cheque in front of a STARS helicopter Tuesday, April 14.

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Soul award was Chorney’s grandson Carlen Cire.

While many of her family members were in attendance, he presented the award to Betty Cook for volunteering many years to benefit associations such as the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society and tax clinics to name just a few.

“For well over 40 years, this volunteer has worn a whole lot of hats. As with most volunteers this person does not believe in hours kept, or recognition, only whether or not important needs were filled,” said Cire.

Cook has recorded 1,641 hours of service with Family and Community Support Services and more than 1,350 hours with Alberta Health Services, added Cire.

Mackie told attendees that volunteers don’t look for recognition but she added that events such as the recognition tea are important reminders of the work they do. She encouraged them to look for those volunteers who deserve the recognition and

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The Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) board of trustees has decided to renew the division’s transportation agreements with the St. Aquinas Roman (STAR) Catholic Division for another five years, minus one addition STAR was hoping to make to the urban Lacombe busing agreement. The decision came during the board’s Wednesday, April 1 meeting.

WCPS will only bus students in certain areas to certain schools and STAR was looking to have the attendance areas broken down so that more students would be able to attend STAR schools.

“We’re not interested in providing a service to somebody else’s kids that we won’t provide to our own,” said WCPS secretary-treasurer Joe Henderson.

For the most part, he and the board trustees feel the school division’s agreements with STAR have been working fine.

However, they cannot agree to the new request.

“If we can’t do it for ours, we can’t do it for theirs,” said trustee Bob Huff.

An arrangement area example would be Mecca Glen School. Students inside the arrangement area are bused to that school until they age out and move to schools in town.

This process keeps the populations in schools balanced.

“We’re not going to honor your wish list,” said Henderson.

Clarification Following the publication of the article on Hope Trimble-Willis’ fight against cancer on page 12 of the April 15 edition of the Ponoka News, a community member contacted the Ronald McDonald House Charities wanting to know why the family was ineligible to stay in the Edmonton house as Kristy Willis, Hope’s moth-

er, was originally informed by the Stollery Children’s Hospital. As a result of this initiative, it was understood that this is not the case and should Trimble-Willis be re-admitted to the hospital, the family will be placed on a waiting list for the house, because as of Thursday, April 16 it was at its maximum number of occupants.

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Emile Cartier On April 15, 2015 Mr. Emile Cartier passed away peacefully in Red Deer at the age of 87 years. Emile was born on September 2, 1927 in Millet, the fourth of nine children born to Art and Mary Cartier. Emile married Joyce Dyvig on November 16, 1948 in Winfield. Emile lived his life in the areas of Millet, Winfield, Ponoka, Lacombe and Red Deer. He enjoyed farming, pony chariot racing, camping, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. Emile will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his wife of 66 years, Joyce; his son Larry (Fran) Cartier of Westerose, granddaughter Christiane Karsten (Steve Flowers) and greatgrandchildren Jonah and Jesse Karsten, and granddaughter Carolyn (Tim) Munstermann and greatgrandchildren Phoenix and Nova; his son Dale (Brenda) Cartier of Leduc, grandson Derek (Tammy) and greatgrandchildren Kjel and Kate, and granddaughter Richelle (Murray) Klak and great-grandchildren Trey, Peyton and Averi; his son Randy Cartier of Leduc County and grandchildren Brittany and Brandon; his daughter Cheryl (Scott) Grant of Ponoka and grandchildren Nicholas and Makena; his daughter Shelley (Shane) Archibald of Ponoka and granddaughters Courtney and Ceyana; his sisters Agnes Abbott, Phyllis Kluczney and Shirley (Donny) Laczo; his in-laws Del (Vivian) Dyvig and Enid Cartier; as well as many other relatives and friends.

Emile was predeceased by his son Lyle Cartier; daughter-in-law Pat Cartier; his parents Art and Mary Cartier; his father-in-law and mother-in-law Bert and Ann Dyvig; brothers Alfred & his wife Clarice, Leo & his wife Joan, Tom & his wife Helen, Wilfred, and Dan; brothersin-law Edward Abbott and Walter Kluczney; and nieces Yvonne Rhine and Dianne Hengel. A Service to Celebrate Emile’s Life will be held at the Stagecoach Saloon (Ponoka Stampede Grounds) at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2015. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Lung Association (www.ab.lung.ca) or any charity of your choice. To express condolences to Emile’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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NAGRIBIANKO Ronald Thomas Born June 4, 1960 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, left the physical world April 13, 2015 in Red Deer, Alberta. He is survived by his wife, Karen and their son, Austyn, and their dog, Aspyn. His mother, Judy; his twin brother Don (Marina); brother Keith; in-laws Lou and Lil; sister-in-law Kim (Jim), nephews Kyle, Justin, niece, Sara; brother-in-law, Kevin (Tracey), and nephews Mason and Kass. He is predeceased in death by his father Moose and Karen and Ron’s first dog, Teaka Tawney. Celebration of his life will be held on Friday, April 24, 2015 at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Ponoka at 1:00 p.m. Thank you to those whom assisted him while he was in hospital in Ponoka, Red Deer and Edmonton.

Flowers are gratefully declined. A donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association.

VAN EATON Donald Ellsworth May 20, 1927 - Apr.2, 2015 It is with heartfelt sadness that the family of Donald Van Eaton announce his passing at the Lacombe Community Health Care Centre on Sunday, April 12, 2015 at the age of 87 years. Donald is lovingly survived by his wife Jean and his family. He will be missed by his many dear friends and all who knew him.

A funeral service for Donald was held at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel & Crematorium on Friday, April 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations in Donald’s memory can be made to the Hearth & Stroke Foundation of Alberta #202 - 5913 - 50 Ave. Red Deer, Alberta T4N 4C4.

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Russell Kraft Nov. 1, 1947 -Apr. 20, 2010 Words are few, thoughts are deep Memories of you we will always keep Always remembered and forever in our hearts.

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In Loving Remembrance WILLIAM (BILL) BOWIE October 25, 1939 - April 25th, 2010 You were a very SPECIAL MAN And you were loved so very much, And you brought so much happiness To the many hearts you touched.

You were always kind and caring And so understanding too, And if help was ever needed It so freely came from you.

You were a gift to all of us And you brought joy to everyone, And life has never been the same Ever since you have been gone.

Love from, Marie Dan & Sandy Kim & Allan Luke & Carley & Families

Tell it to the World in the Classified Announcements

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announcements Card Of Thanks

Anniversaries

The Asker Ladies Aid would like to express our thanks to the community for the unbelievable support at our fundraiser for Deryl and Pat Spelrem on April 11.

Special thanks to the many generous donors to our auction, and to all the buyers.

Auctioneer Albern Bergstrom deserves a very special thank you too! To the many who attended, sent donations, ate our pies, bought our baked goods and helped in so many ways.

Wedding Anniversary 29 April 2015.

With best wishes from friends and family.

The family of Don VanEaton would like to sincerely thank relatives, friends and neighbors for cards, food, flowers, phone calls and memorial donations during our time of loss. Thank you to Pastor Shealagh McClelland D.M. for your kind words and prayers. Thank you to Sandi Coulter from Wilson’s Funeral Chapel for all the help and comfort you gave us, and to all the staff who helped with the funeral service. Thank you so much to everyone attending the celebration of Don VanEaton’s life. Words can never express what it means to all of us.

Jean Van Eaton & Family.

A Classified Wedding Announcement Does it Best!

309 3300 309-3300

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What’s Happening #50 - # 70

Coming Events

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SORRY the Scott School Spring Poker Rally is cancelled Hope to see you all in the fall!

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

Neighborhood Place 5110 - 49 Ave., Ponoka For more info 403-783-4557

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PONOKA Farmer’s Market First market of the Season!

Wednesday, May 6 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Ponoka Arena Curling Rink Lunch Menu Breakfast Sandwiches

FREE COFFEE MAY 6 For tables or more information call

403-783-6776

GET YOUR BUSINESS OUT THERE

CALL 1.877.223.3311 TO ADVERTISE

Farm Work

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THANK YOU From the VAN EATON FAMILY

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

Meetings

Mentors

Buying or Selling your home?

Check out Homes for Sale in Classifieds

We would like to express our sincere thanks for the kindness and support we received following the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Bill Baron. To those who called, sent cards and flowers, I want you to know it was all very much appreciated. To Pastor Mark Schultz whose kind heart and soft message gave us peace. Our thanks to Kim Siebold, the pianist. To Sheila at the Wombold Funeral Home in Ponoka for her guidance and attention to detail, both with the service and burial. Thanks to Bob Ronnie and company for the family supper. To Dan and Greg Baron for the great eulogy. Also thanks to the Rimbey Zion Lutheran Church ladies for the lovely lunch.

Elizabeth Baron and family.

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Meetings

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

52 Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka.

403-783-4347 403-783-3442

403-783-3112

BARON

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

BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS

CONGRATULATIONS

Gordon and Verna Schalin

God’s blessings to you all.

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Coming Events

Ponoka Ag Event Centre Society

AGM Monday, April 27 @ 7 pm at the Calnash Ag Events Centre 3611 Hwy 2A, Ponoka

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

Neighborhood Place 5110 - 49 Ave., Ponoka For more info 403-783-4557

ALATEEN

Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m.

Neighborhood Place 5110 - 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info.

403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371

Clerical

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Book Your FREE No Obligation Consultation Disclaimer: *Enrollment fee required. Offer expires 5/31/15 and requires joining same day as first visit for a minimum 12-month recurring billing contract.

Enrollment fee and monthly fees vary by location. Valid for new Curves members only. Not valid with any other offer or discount. Valid at participating locations only. No cash value. **Curves Fitness members on average lose 5 lbs. over a 20-week period.

5016 50 Street

FEEDLOT in Central Alberta seeking F/T employee for feed truck operator and machinery maintenance. Send resume to fax: 403 638-3908 or e-mail to: dthengs@hotmail.com

Medical

790

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today.

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

Oilfield

800

LOOKING FOR

Oilfield Maintenance Labourer

Must have safety tickets.

No experience necessary.

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

Business Opportunities

870

SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext.

400OT.

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Fitness & Sports

755

403-783-3537

720 Assistant Oþce Manager

Reporting Relationship: Report to the F.C.S.S. Executive Director HOURS: Part-Time (0.4FTE) This position is approximately 2 (two) days per week with the possibility of increased hours for administrative staff vacation and training relief. Responsibilities will be shared with the existing Office Manager and full training will be provided.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Grade 12 diploma with a preference in post- secondary or equivalent human service experience • Proficient in word processing and spelling/grammar skills • Computer experience required with knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel, Quick Books and PowerPoint • Ability to communicate effectively with all staff and the public • Must be able to maintain confidentiality and respect for all clients • Adaptable to an ever-changing work environment RESPONSIBILITIES Administrative: 1. Maintains archives for bookkeeping records, (dating, labeling and destruction) in adherence with FCSS policies.

2. Completes daily office functions such as phone calls, emails, faxing, and regular mail.

3. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Managerial: 4. Administration of benefits program for all employees.

5. Purchases/orders stationary/office equipment, janitorial supplies and other items as requested by staff.

6. Ensures seasonal cleaning is completed and equipment is maintained and monitored for necessary repairs and upkeep.

Financial: 7. Assists with payroll duties.

8. Monitors and balances Petty Cash as required.

9. Inputs billing data into QuickBooks for Home Support, Lifeline and Meals on Wheels clients for client invoicing.

10. Maintains accounts payable for Ponoka F.C.S.S. and all related programs and funds.

11. Maintains accounts receivable for Ponoka F.C.S.S. including receipts and bank deposits.

Submit resumes by April 27/15 at 12:00 noon to the attention of: Shannon Boyce-Campbell, Executive Director P.O. Box 4004 5006 – 52 Avenue, Ponoka, AB Phone: (403)783-4462 / Fax: (403)783-4483 shannon@ponokafcss.net Thank you to all that apply; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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LANDSCAPE HELPER

required at Meridian Beach, Gull Lake mid-May to September You will work with our landscape crew.

Some experience with landscaping required.

Email resume to norval1@shaw.ca Or phone 1-403-988-6906

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

CLASSIFIEDS

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

850

Trades

Employment Training

WANTED!!

Motorcycle Technician

Required for busy Trike and Bike shop.

Must be a team player and be able to think outside the box. Resume required: Phone: 780-389-3344 Fax: 780-389-3318 sales@trikezone.com

Truckers/ Drivers

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860 WETASKIWIN READY MIX

We’re Growing & Extremely Busy!

Now Hiring • MIXER DRIVERS Minimum Class 3 with air.

Please apply with resume & current drivers abstract

MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & doctor’s offices need certified medical office & administrative staff! No experience needed! We can get you trained! Local placement assistance available when training is completed. Call for program details!

1-888-627-0297.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career!

Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS

or Fax (780) 352-1607

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Hammy’s SPIRIT S requires

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

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

Employment Training

900

AG EQUIPMENT

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

TRY

Classified Advertising

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

SERVING CENTRAL ALBERTA RURAL REGION

CALL 1-877-223-3311 Al York

860

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

Rimbey, AB

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

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES 12345

WHATEVER YOU’RE SELLING...

WE HAVE THE PAPER YOU NEED!

5410 - 50 Street, Wetaskiwin or email dmarkevich@wrmconcrete.com

900

Professionals

810

SUMMER READING PROGRAM COORDINATOR Ponoka Jubilee Library requires a Summer Reading Program Coordinator to oversee a ‘Play!’ themed program that encourages reading in school-aged children throughout the Summer months.

Beginning in June, this 12 week posiƟon is 35 hours/week, focusing on the planning, adverƟsing, preparing and developing of the twice weekly programs for children ages 5-12, with occasional clerical duƟes being assigned.

Applicant must be a post-secondary student, study in a related Įeld is an asset. Applicant must have enthusiasm, the ability to interact posiƟvely with children, and good organizaƟonal and computer skills.

Go to www.ponokalibrary.prl.ab.ca for a full job descripƟon. Please email resumes with cover leƩer, as aƩachments to Jaclyn Berry, Library Manager at jberry@prl.ab.ca.

Closing date: May 1, 2015 We thank all those who apply, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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GENERAL MANAGER For Canadian owned, well established property development and management company.

The Candidate: Will perform and establish effective operations, targets, and readiness for full operation of property division, with limited supervision and full responsibility.

Qualifications: In building maintenance, marketing, leasing, acquisitions, and analysis for Western Canada operations.

Location: Based in Wetaskiwin. Travel required.

Apply in full confidence to: Sherwood Properties Ph: 780-352-7350 • Fax: 780-352-2249 4024 - 49 Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2K1 Email: hb@acdandy.com SHERWOOD PROPERTIES (Wetaskiwin) LTD. “PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPERS & MANAGERS’’

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Each week the PONOKA NEWS reaches residents where they live, work

Craig Fenske

and farm. In town our papers are delivered door to door by reliable carriers and WE COULD USE MORE HELP.

CUSTOM SPRAYING

If you are interested in a LOCAL ROUTE please contact

Licensed pesticide applicator Competitive rates

SUSAN WHITECOTTON at 403-783-3311

403-704-0660

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PLUMBING SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs�

Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345

BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction Call Jim Ashbough 403-783-2764 or Cell:783-2764 587-729-0092 Call Jim Ashbough or Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 783-5283 Cell: 588-0597

OVERHEAD DOORS

Employment Training

900

920

Career Planning

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1-866-399-3853. Marine Engineering Officers required for various civilian positions with the Department of National Defence in Victoria and Nanoose Bay, BC. Online applications only through the Public Service Commission of Canada website, Reference# DND14J-008698-000051, Business Services Selection Process# #1000 - #1430 14-DND-EA-ESQ-386803, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications listed and complete the application.

Landscaping ***http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/index-eng.htm.

Le ministère de la DÊfense REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of nationale recherche des hardy trees, shrubs, & agents de la mÊcanique navale pour combler divers berries for shelterbelts or landscaping.

Full boxes as postes civils Ă Victoria et low as $0.99/tree. Free Nanoose Bay en Colomshipping. Replacement bie-Britannique. Nous guarantee. acceptons uniquement les 1-866-873-3846 or candidatures posĂŠes en www.treetime.ca. ligne au site Internet de la Commission de la fonction publique du Canada, numĂŠro de rĂŠfĂŠrence DND14J-008698-000051, Legal numĂŠro du processus de Services sĂŠlection 14-DND-EAESQ-386803, Flotte auxiliaire des forces armĂŠes CRIMINAL RECORD? canadiennes. Les postuThink: Canadian pardon. lants doivent remplir le U.S. travel waiver. formulaire de demande et Divorce? Simple. Fast. possĂŠder toutes les qualifiInexpensive. Debt cations essentielles recovery? Alberta ĂŠnumĂŠrĂŠes. ***http://jobscollection to $25,000. emplois.gc.ca/indexCalgary 403-228-1300/ fra.htm 1-800-347-2540.

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403-963-5000 LANDSCAPING TREES

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CANADA BENEFIT GROUP. Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000. from the Canadian Government.

Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit .ca/free-assessment.

Livestock for Sale 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.

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Services

1290

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)

F/T 32–40 hr/wk with full beneďŹ ts.

The hours are 7:00AM – 3:00PM, 4 or 5 days a week. Work 2 out of 3 Saturdays and Sundays.

Duties are to assist the Bakers.

Frying donuts, dropping cookies and muffins, panning bread, and general cleanup of bakery.

. . . at your house?

CALL NOW TO FIND OUT MORE

It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon hostess.

1290

Refrigeration and Appliance Service

783-4880

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

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

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

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1290

Let us amplify your message!

Personal Services

Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face.

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

HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Problems with mobility? The Disability Tax Credit. $2, 000 yearly tax credit. $20,000 lump sum refund.

For assistance call 1-844-453-5372.

Pet Services

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

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

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

403-783-6272

www.clinkerskennels.ca

Rental Misc

Apply with resume to: Customer Service 4502 50 Street

1350

Need RV or Self Storage?

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

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

995 plus GST/HST

Roofing

1370

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254.

Yard Care

1430

THE ROTOTILLER GUY Garden Rototilling & Yard Prep. 403-597-3957

Value Ad Network

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

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)

Approximately 18 hrs/wk Evening and weekends Successful candidate will be expected to fill shelves with stock and assist customers with carry-out service.

1318

783-3636

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Hamilton’s F/T Grocery Clerk

1315

First Call Towing

12345

Apply with resume to: Customer Service 4502 50 Street

SALES & SERVICE

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

A Population Explosion

Whatever You’re Selling...

We Have The Paper You Need!

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Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm

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Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

Berni's

880

403-783-6875

Motorcycles & ATV’s

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We can deal with your refrigeration problems quickly, efficiently and reasonably

F/T Baker’s Helper Ponoka- located 1.5 Miles North of High School Phone (403) 783-5072 Cell: (403) 704-5384 www.brtrees.com

1290

Attention: Farmers

Hamilton’s Specializing in Colorado Blue & Green Spruce. Also offering a variety of caliber deciduous trees. Schubert, Royalty, Mountain Ash, Weeping Birch, Norland Apple, Green/Black Ash and many more.

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Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990

Auctions

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AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm.

Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Apr.5 Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listings www.bigstrapperauctions.net

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

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

DENTISTRY

RIMBEYDENTALCARE DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

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

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

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

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

DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARR • DR. JEFF BARR DR. GREG EDWARDS • DR. STELIAN LISMAN DR. DAVE CHORKWA

- General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations “WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

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

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5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

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

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

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Auctions

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FARM AUCTION. Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m.

Machinery, trucks, trailers, shelters, tools, antiques, variety, tractors, and more!

South of Amisk, Alberta.

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

MEIER SPRING Classic Car & Truck Auction.

Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 11 a.m. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

MEIER UNRESERVED Closeout Auction for Kitter Enterprises. Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m., 11020 201 St., Edmonton. Case 9060 Excavator, Samsung SL150 wheel loader, Thomas 173 skid steer, Cat 955 crawler loader, sea cans, roll off bins, industrial & shop tools.

For more details phone 780-440-1860.

EquipmentMisc.

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A-CHEAP, lowest prices, steel shipping containers.

Used 20’ & 40’ Seacans insulated 40 HC DMG $2450. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

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.

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

BOBCAT SERVICES

BRUCE’S BOBCAT Large & Small Jobs ANYTHING ANYT & EVER EVERYTHING

403-783-0663 HEATING

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

Livestock

2100

BULLS FOR SALE • Red and Black Angus • Hereford

1410

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.

12 Bulls

SQUARE hay bales, horse hay quality, 90% meadow brome, 10% alfalfa, no rain, plus second-cut alfalfa. 403-741-4353

MATEJKA FARMS

For Sale

Registered Yearlings

Black Angus Call Jim (780)

387-6050

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

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

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

Fully guaranteed.

Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825, Terry 403-740-5037 Ricky 403-740-5711. email bardale@xplornet.com RED and black Angus bulls, semen tested and delivery can be arranged.

E & L Ranching in Bowden, Eric @ 403 391-2259. Evenings @ 403 224-2396

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

1st cut timothy/alfalfa round hay bales No rain Can deliver

403-704-0158 1ST. cut hay for sale, Phone 403-782-3149 or 403-350-8800

Welding

1410

2200

Seed Grain

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

Larry Trautman, 403-843-2733, Mark Trautman 403-704-3157

For Rent #3000 - #3200

3020

Houses/ Duplexes

FOR RENT

Small 2 bdrm bungalow Stove, fridge, washer, dryer Single car garage Available Immediately Call Bob 403-704-0644

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com

2 bdrm condo 1 ½ bath $900/mnth plus D.D. plus utilities N/S, N/P

403-783-1301

3050

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

Farm Custom Work • 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

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

RIMBEY: 2 bdrm., bright & open, incld’s heat & water , off-street parking, storage & onsite laundry, no pets. 403-843-4894

Suites

3060

Large 2 BDRM bsmt. suite in PONOKA incld’s util’s, washer/dryer, no pets, non partier, N/S. Working tenant only. Avail immed.

403-704-1645

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair

3912 - 66 St, Ponoka www.wcmltd.ca

403.783.3501 wcmltd@telus.net

ROOFING

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

403-357-0287

Houses/ Duplexes

3260

3 BEDROOM DUPLEX IN PONOKA c/w fridge, stove, washer & dryer No Pets, Non smoking $1050.00/month $1050.00 Security Deposit Available beginning of April, 2015 Phone (403) 704-6903

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

403-740-6081 VETERINARY SERVICES

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

Phone 403-391-1684

3 BEDROOM DUPLEX IN PONOKA c/w fridge, stove, washer & dryer No Pets, Non smoking $950.00/month $950.00 Security Deposit Available April 1, 2015 Phone (403) 704-6903

Available May 1

3 BEDROOM IN 4-PLEX, IN PONOKA. 4 appliances. Close to swimming pool & seniors drop-in Centre, very quiet, mature tenants only 403-783-5493

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• Yearlings & 2 Yr Olds

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VETERINARY SERVICES

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SILVERWOOD LUXURY Modular Log Homes. Show Home 311 - 36 Ave. SE, Calgary. Discover how we can design, build & finish your custom log home in weeks. 1-855-598-4120; www.silverwoodloghomes.ca.

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Reaching 6000 households weekly

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$30 per week Professional service for all your cattle hauling needs Alberta Wide Hauling ~ Competitive Rates

Call Mike at 780-656-0053

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

VETERINARY SERVICES

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

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

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

T4J 1M1

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Manufactured Homes

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Kitchen specials starting at $138,500. Upgrades include full backsplash, stainless steel appliances & more. For more information call United Homes Canada 1-800-461-7632 or visit our site at www. unitedhomescanada.com.

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RV CONSIGNMENTS

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Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 8:00 am - 5 pm

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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

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Reclassify approximately 14.5 acres of the SW 25-44-27-W4 from Agricultural District to Country Residential Hobby Farm District to allow for subdivision of the rezoned area (1 new parcel to be created).

12 UNIT MOTEL, net year income $70,000. 5 unit apartment, net yearly income $21,000. Pub, VLT’s, off sales, restaurant, net yearly income $220,000.

Mortgage not included.

780-507-7999.

Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.

Commercial Property

Businesses For Sale

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

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

Rimbey Gas Plant JANITORIAL CONTRACT Tenders are requested for the janitorial contract at the Keyera Rimbey Gas Plant beginning August 1, 2015.

Detailed specification packages may be obtained from the Keyera Rimbey Gas Plant Administration Office or by phoning 403-843-7100.

Please submit bids too: Keyera Rimbey Gas Plant Box 530 Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0 Attention: Tracy Brown Re: BID - JANITORIAL CONTRACT Bids must be received no later than June 30, 2015.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Janitorial Services • Ponoka Fire Hall

The Town of Ponoka invites written proposals for the supply of janitorial services for the Town Owned Ponoka Fire Hall.

Complete proposal packages will be available to all interested contractors at the Ponoka Town Office (5102 – 48 Avenue).

For more information contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services at 403-783-4431.

Proposals must be submitted in writing to the undersigned no later than 2:00 pm on Friday, May 1, 2015.

Faxed or electronic mail submissions will be accepted.

Wes Amendt Director of Community Services Town of Ponoka 5102-48 Avenue Ponoka, AB T4J 1P7 Fax #: 403-783-6745 Email: wes.amendt@ponoka.org

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STEEL BUILDINGS “Spring Sales with Hot Savings!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca.

Public Notices

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Shawn & Lori Gartner to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:

Buildings For Sale

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts

Ponoka County

Open House! Saturday April 25th, 11 am - 5 pm. #53, Poplar Grove [6205 54 St. Ponoka]. Tired of renting? Own a new 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1520 square foot modular in Poplar Grove Village!

Immediate occupancy available. Just $867/mth mortgage payment! Toll free 855.463.0084, online at www.jandelhomes.com or email us sales@ jandelhomes.com

HIGH CASH PRODUCING vending machines. $1.00 vend = .70 profit. All on location in your area.

Selling due to illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 for details.

PLUMBING • JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER REQUIRED

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

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Mortgages Bought/Sold

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Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca.

587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage

Remembrance themed play a hit at Ponoka’s Royal Canadian Legion

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of Hilda Parent who died on February 16, 2015 If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by May 22, 2015 with Case Closed Law Office at Box 4490, #4, 5034 – 50 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1S1 and provide details of your claim.

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

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It was a full house for Ponoka’s first viewing of the veterans inspired play Jake’s Gift, which was held at the Ponoka Royal Canadian Legion on Friday, April 17.

The heart wrenching play is about a veteran who goes back to Juno Beach for its 60th anniversary to visit his brother’s grave and there he befriends a young girl who lives in the area.

Written and acted solely by Julia Mackey, the Ponoka performance was the second show in a 10-show tour that is taking Mackey and director Dirk van Stralen around the province.

Mackey says whenever she has the chance to perform Jake’s Gift in a Legion building, it just creates that much more of an experience for herself and the audience because of the connection between the two.

“We had such a great time. The response in Ponoka was amazing,” said Mackey.

She added that the audience’s reaction to the play was quite emotional.

Following her show, Mackey likes to host a reception so she can interact with those who came to see the play. In the stories they share with her, Mackey feels most people who connect with the play do so because they have a ‘Jake’ in their lives or they have been to Normandy.

During the reception, Mackey was able to meet Ponoka Secondary Campus teacher and Broncs World Tour founder Ron Labrie. “It was amazing to hear his story,” Mackey said of her conversation with Labrie.

“We’re going to keep in touch,” she added.

In having so many people express their connection to the play, Mackey says it just goes to show how universal its themes are. “It’s just a good reminder to me on what a common story this is in Canada.

Now that she is also performing internationally, Mackey says people across the world are able to relate to Jake’s Gift.

Mackey has performed the play in the United States and England, as well as on Juno Beach during its 70th anniversary. “It was an amazing full circle experience,” she recalled.

Mackey first dreamed up Jake more than a decade ago during a workshop in Vancouver. Each participant was required to create a character and a story from a mask. “The mask I chose to work with looked like an old man,” she explained.

From the mask, Mackey created the lives of three brothers who lived on the Canadian prairies and enlisted with the Canadian Armed Forces.

“I really didn’t feel done with Jake’s story and I needed to flush it out,” said Mackey.

On the news, she heard about the upcoming 60th anniversary of Juno Beach and managed to get herself there.

She interviewed as many veterans as she could and from their stories and her imagination, she created Jake’s Gift.

During each performance of the play, Jake’s Gift button packages are sold with the proceeds donated to the Royal Canadian Legion. The play was able to raise $125 for Ponoka’s Legion.

Also donated to the Legion was a Fallen Heroes print.

The artwork comes from the Fallen Heroes Foundation, which raises money to create plaques for each of Canada’s fallen soldiers.

After the founder of Fallen Heroes saw Jake’s Gift, it has become practice to donate a print because of the similarities between the two works of art. Fallen Heroes depicts a veteran and a young girl standing side by side at a soldier’s grave. “The two things were completed separately of each other,” Mackey said.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Celebrating Moms Everywhere We celebrate Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May, originally created to thank mothers for everything they do for their families. The meaning behind this special day has remained unchanged over the years and gifts, flowers, cards, dinners, brunches and lots of affection are showered on mothers everywhere

Publishes: May 6 Deadline: May 1

St. Augustine Catholic School

Grad 2015 Show support to the 2015 St. Augustine grad class this year and congratulate them on all of their efforts and success.

Publishes: May 27 Deadline: May 22 - Noon

Ponoka Secondary Campus

Best Wishes Class of 2015!

This section will show support to the grads and congratulate them on their efforts and success.

Publishes: June 3 Deadline: May 22 Noon

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

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10 AM - 11 PM 7 Days A Week

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2/$2500

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OR

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ALBERTA PURE VODKA PET

$

FAMILIA CAMARENA TEQUILA SILVER

PALM BAY ASSORTED FLAVOURS

750ML

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00

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