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Print by Gaile Gallup features former Bull Riding Champion John Dodds of Ponoka.

Story on page 5

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Gym club land remains source of controversy between town and county

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Issues over the presence of Ponoka Gymnastics and Trampoline Club building on property without a title has the Town of Ponoka and Ponoka County squaring off over who is at fault.

Most recently, town council was given two options by administration during their regular meeting Tuesday, May 12 to either: 1 – Offer the land the new building sits on as a lease or 2 – Transfer the title to the club with an agreement in place and a price of $160,000 paid to the town when the land is sold.

Coun. Loanna Gulka, who was in attendance by phone, was uncomfortable

moving forward with any decision as Coun. Marc Yaworski and Coun. Teri Underhill and CAO Rachel Kunz and Betty Quinlan, director of corporate services, were not in attendance.

“I just have a concern that we don’t have a CAO and we don’t have an acting CAO present,” said Gulka.

Coun. Carla Prediger made the motion to approve the first option but all discussion on the matter was halted as Coun. Sandra Lyon requested the motion be tabled to have more time.

Lyon, Coun. Tim Falkiner and Gulka voted in favour of tabling the motion while Prediger and Mayor Rick Bonnett voted against it.

Ponoka County Coun.

Mark Matejka was in the gallery during the meeting and he voiced his displeasure with the wording in the preamble, which states: “Ponoka County did not transfer the parcel in the county to the Town of Ponoka.”

On May 27 2014, town councillors approved a land exchange with Ponoka County in exchange of two acres being granted to the gym club. During that same meeting town council requested a memorandum of understanding be made with the gym club before construction took place.

It appears no action was taken on either of those motions and the gym club started construction of their building without a title. Matejka’s is-

Dr. Bill Frischke

sue was with the statement that the county did not transfer the parcel.

“We signed it. We delivered it here (Town Hall) and our staff are taking a hit for it,” said Matejka.

He requested the town make a formal apology to the county over the error in the public document. Indeed, an email in April from the town to the county, there was a request for the legal description as town staff were unable to locate it.

Ponoka County staff confirmed the legal land number and the town replied it had found the transfer documents executed by the county. The county had sent the title to the town some time in the fall of 2014.

“It was not our mistake,” said Matejka.

Coun. Falkiner said the some of the blame for the

dispute falls to the gym club who moved ahead with construction without the title.

“The gymnastics board has a responsibility as well as

us,” said Falkiner.

The request will come back to town council at its next regular meeting, Tuesday, May 26.

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Medical condition of former Ponoka Mayor Larry Henkelman, who was injured in a motorcycle accident, is said to be improving and if X-ray results turn out positively, he is expected to be able to return home soon. As of Friday, May 15, he was still in hospital reported to be recovering from the incident.

Details about the circumstances of the accident have still not been released.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Youth sentenced for life in Brett Wiese murder

A 17-year-old girl involved in the stabbing of Ponoka’s Brett Wiese has been sentenced as an adult. Wiese died as a result of the incident.

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BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The 17-year-old girl that stabbed Brett Wiese in the back two years ago has been

sentenced to life in prison Tuesday, May 15.

The now 19-year-old Jazlyn Radke has been sentenced as an adult despite the fact that she was legally a minor at the time of the crime. She is eligible for parole after seven years.

Wiese was 20 the day he died at a house party in Calgary. Radke had returned to the home with a group of friends after initially being kicked out.

Wiese attempted to break up an altercation where he was subsequently stabbed several times by a man and in the back

by Radke.

It was the stab in the back that killed Wiese.

The defence council’s request to sentence Radke as a youth was declined

by Queen’s Bench Justice Charlene Anderson. She said Radke was the group leader of

the events that transpired that evening and that a youth sentence would not be enough to hold the accused accountable.

For Brenda, Wiese’s mother, while there is some closure for the family, it will not get her son back.

“What went through my heart was a piece of relief,” said Brenda.

She and her family has sat through one trial and must now prepare for a second trial involving Mitchell Harkes this fall, the other accused in the incident of stabbing Wiese several times that night.

Brenda said they barely sat down when Anderson passed her judgment but for the next hour, Anderson explained the reasoning behind her decision. Part of that involved research in other cases, psychological evaluations and other factors.

“For us to close the door

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on this trial … that is a relief for us,” stated Wiese.

She said the family has spent over 40 days in court, partly due to the fact that they wanted Radke sentenced as an adult. Had Radke been sentenced as a youth, Brenda said her record would have been cleared after five years.

“This one has been particularly grueling because she is a youth,” she explained.

The family can now go back to honouring and remembering Wiese. Brenda said the Ponoka community has been a source of strength for the family and she is grateful to many residents for their support.

Indeed, Brenda says Anderson took into account the impact of the loss of Wiese’s life and how the community has rallied behind the family.

“We were very proud that she (Anderson) took the time to acknowledge Ponoka.”

She added that she is proud her children have been able to be part of living in a small community. “They’ve (members of the community) got our back and they have really supported us.”

Had Radke been sentenced as a youth her name would not be allowed to be released under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The defence has appealed Anderson’s decision to sentence Radke as an adult.

Jason Van Rassel and Kevin Martin contributed to this report.

Mandatory court for speeder in construction zone

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Travelling at 143 km/h in a construction zone has landed a Red Deer motorist a mandatory court appearance.

On Thursday, May 7, members of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit pulled over the 42-year-old driver of a black 2007 Acura after it was clocked at 143 km/h hour near Menaik Road in a posted construction zone of 80 km/h. Speed fines are double in construction zones but travelling over 50 km/h means a mandatory court appearance for offenders.

Another motorist faces a court appearance after travelling at 174 km/h in a 110 km/h zone on Highway 2 near Menaik Road.

Officers stopped the 19-year-old female driver from Calgary Friday, May 15 in a blue Chevy Cobalt.

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Lowery arrested and released Police arrested accused child-lurer Daniel Lowery in Airdrie Thursday, May 14 after he failed to show up for his trial May 12.

Lowery was later released on a $3,000 no cash recognizance with numerous conditions. He faces a court appearance Friday, May 29 regarding his case.

Man passed out on rubbing alcohol Police needed help carrying an individual to an ambulance after finding him passed out from drinking almost three quarters of a bottle of rubbing alcohol.

The 52-year-old Maskwacis man was taken to the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre May 15 for treatment.

Three days later the same man was arrested by police for attempting to steal a bottle of rubbing alcohol from a downtown store.

Youth found with knife in room Police have charged a 16-year-old youth with two counts of failing to comply with conditions after finding a knife in his room.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Religion

Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship

Christ is in our daily lives

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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

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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

James Strachan The United Church of Canada not a member of The Ponoka Ministerial Association

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

Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

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

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am.

5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

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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

There are many Christian churches that invite their members to have a “personal relationship with Christ”, or to “invite Christ into your life”. Christian faith, in these terms, involves a deep and personal connection with the founder of the faith in the present day. On the one hand, this is a challenging invitation; on the other hand, it’s a warm and personal one. Many

people attempt to respond to it fully. Others, of course, find it a bit overwhelming and unrealistic.

Despite the warmth and intensity of that invitation… or that demand, depending on how you hear it…it isn’t all that easy to recognize the Christ with whom you are encouraged to relate.

Certainly the friends and followers of Jesus had a very difficult time recognizing him when he reappeared to them after God raised him from the dead.

Mary of Magdala – likely the woman closest to Jesus after his mother was looking for him in the garden near the tomb. She questioned him as if he was a gardener until he spoke.

Toward the end of the day on which some of the disciples discovered that Jesus was no longer in his tomb, two of the larger disciple group were walking sadly home to their town of Emmaus, when they were joined on their journey by a stranger, who apparently knew nothing of all the excitement in Jerusalem that weekend. They talked, the stranger reminding them of the scriptural predictions of how the Messiah would die.

They hadn’t a clue to whom they were talking until he

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broke the loaf of bread at the dinner table.

Thomas, one of his close friends, refused to believe the man before him was Jesus until he could touch the wounds in his hands and side. Talk about being ‘visionless’! Jesus even gave his friends and followers advice on how to catch fish from their boat until they saw him cooking fish for them on the beach.

Let’s face it, it is difficult to ‘have a relationship with Christ’ if you don’t recognize him, if you can’t “see” him when he’s standing in front of you. And virtually all of the people who knew him best didn’t recognize him when they stood or walked in his presence.

That fact got me thinking. Could it be that many of us, many times, are in the presence of the Christ, even in relationship with him, without being aware of it? Sounds bizarre, doesn’t it? But it’s what happened to them, the followers and friends…the disciples.

That brought to mind something written in the Gospel of Thomas – written about the same time as the Gospel of John, but not included in the New Testament because Bishop Athanasius rejected it. It was all “sayings”, and was not “orthodox” enough for his liking. In any case, it was Christian literature, and in it, Thomas has Jesus saying, “Don’t seek to be Christians…seek to be Christs.”

What if the reason we don’t recognize the Christ in our lives today is because Christ comes in the form of

many other people? Your brother-in-law, for example. Or your pastor! (Yes, even pastors can be Christs, though they are usually imperfect. But then, so is your brother-in-law.)

Christ might come in the person ahead of you in the line at IGA, or talking to you at Tim Horton’s, or talking to you over coffee after church Maybe all have beginning relationships with the Christ that we don’t pursue because we don’t recognize him?

What would “the Christ” look like? Well, not only like a Middle Eastern peasant of 2000 years ago.

He might wear a ball cap, or a hoodie, or limp with a bad hip, or have a French accent. It could be anyone.

And that’s the point of the stories of Jesus’ resurrection appearances. He could have been anyone: a gardener, an uninformed traveller on the road or on a horse, a guy who’s good with a barbecue, even?

So keep your eyes open… and your heart. You may have encountered the Christ many times without knowing it. John Wesley, the founder of Methodism in Britain, went into a strange church one evening, and of that visit, he later wrote, “My heart was strangely warmed…” He had met the Christ, and it changed not only his life, but the history of the Protestant churches.

When your heart is “strangely warmed,” look back. The person that carried that blessing to you may have been the Christ in one of his many guises in our world.

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

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Reflections of Ponoka

Ponoka Stampede salutes the cowboys and the artists

BY MIKE RAINONE AND INGE SYBRANDI FOR THE NEWS

One of the powerful limited edition prints that will be featured at the annual Art Auction and Art Show during the 2015 79th annual Ponoka Stampede from June 24 to July 1 will be a magnificent action photo of perennial CPRA champion Ponoka born Bull rider John Dodds in a rugged 8 second confrontation with Harvey Northcott’s bull Confusion. Exquisitely

prepared by renowned Alberta western artist Gaile Gallup, the limited edition print is a perfect complement to the ‘working cowboy’ and all of the skilled contestants of the vastly popular rodeo world over the years, as well as to those amazing artists who vividly portray every thrilling move of both the contestant and the stock in a split second span.

A salute to the great career of John Dodds John Dodds was born in 1948 in Ponoka, Alberta and grew up on the family farm just south of town. He began his rodeo career at the age of nine in the boy’s steer riding, immediately demonstrating his natural skill for it, and was a quick study. In the following years, keen competition

would allow John to hone his skills, toughen his mentality and sharpen his strong determination to become a top competitor in the rodeo arena.

He carried these attributes at his core for the rest of his very active life.

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John Dodds was a member of a well-known Ponoka district farm family who fell in love with the sport of rodeo at a very early age, and from 1965 to 1982, enjoyed an illustrious career while competing in the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association circuit in both the bull riding and bareback riding events. A well deserved and colorful tribute to this very talented, congenial and dedicated local cowboy appears on this year’s 2015 Ponoka Stampede poster in the form of a picture of one of his countless thrilling challenges against the rodeo world’s top bulls, which was magnificently completed by Alberta artist Gaile Gallup.

Protective Association (now Canadian Professional Rodeo Association) in 1965 and went on to compete in both the bull riding and the bareback riding events. During his performances, his unique riding skills could all too often make it look too easy because he was blessed with the natural ability to adjust himself to how different bulls moved, understood these powerful animals well, and used that to his advantage. John also owned the great gift of consistency, and was able to handle the ongoing pressures of the many different circumstances and experiences of being a highly respected professional bull rider.

‘Spook’, as he was fondly known throughout the rodeo circuit, completely dedicated himself to rodeo, as it had become his full time occupation.

He competed all year round throughout Canada and the United States, and enjoyed with a passion the travelling and being able to meet so many new people along the way. John went down the road from rodeo to rodeo, mostly with his fellow colleagues, as they excelled competing against each other, occasionally finding a little trouble, and ultimately raised their families together.

During his lucrative and colorful career, John Dodds won four Canadian bull riding

titles in 1969,1971, 1972 and 1977 and qualified for the Canadian Finals Rodeo six times in bull riding and once in the bareback riding event in the 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1980 and 1982 editions of the competition. The congenial Ponoka cowboy also qualified for the National Finals Rodeo in 1971, 1972 and 1977 and by 1982, he had managed to stake his claim to some of the best bullriding performances and skills in Canadian rodeo history. It was that very same year that he would make the tough but definite decision to end his exciting 15 year career, and in a nonchalant interview plainly stated, ‘I wasn’t cravin’ ‘em anymore.’

Following his retirement, John became one of the original members of the Pro Rodeo Official Judging team which was started by the CPRA in 1983, as well as becoming a popular rodeo school instructor who liked to stress to his young students the right mental attitude, how to handle different circumstances, and always challenged them to bring out the best in themselves in order to make a good ride. At most rodeos, he was always ready to help out competitors at the bucking chutes, and one of the most consistently mentioned and enjoyed character traits of John Dodds was the lighthearted view he had on life,

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This powerful limited edition print by Gaile Gallup features former multi-Canadian Professional Rodeo Association Bull Riding Champion John Dodds of Ponoka challenging Harvey Northcott’s Confusion.

Copies of this colorful action print along with the works of many other talented western artists will be available during the 2015 Ponoka Stampede at the Art Show from June 26 to June 29 at the Complex, as well as at the exciting Art Auction on June 28 at 4 p.m. in the Stagecoach Saloon.

his great sense of humour, and his passion for having just plain fun and being a life-long ambassador of the popular and exciting sport of rodeo.

John’s bull riding career peaked around the end of the time period sometimes referred to as ‘the golden age of rodeo’, when cowboys in the movies, on TV, and in the arena were a dominant part of culture in Canada and the U.S. and had reached an almost iconic status. Like so many other colorful and free spirited rodeo stars, John Dodds left his permanent mark on rodeo history, and proudly added to his legend in his later career as a stunt performer and wrangler in such movie

classic as Lonesome Dove, Days of Heaven, Legends of the Fall, The Edge and on and on. Considered the epitome of a real cowboy, he was honored as Cowboy of the Year by the Canadian Professional Association in 1984, was inducted into the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame in 1999, and will always be remembered for his amazing rodeo skills and a great love for life, which he never hesitated to share with family, friends, fans and everyone else who were lucky enough to watch him ride or to make his acquaintance. The Dodds family and so many others have carried on the proud traditions of rodeo and the Ponoka Stampede for over 80 decades.

Gaile Gallup the artist Raised in the foothills around Longview, Alberta, a small town situated in the heart of ranching country, Gaile Gallup has a passion to portray the lifestyle of the working cowboy, a way of life frequently romanticized by artists. Referring to the colorful subjects of his many works, Gaile expressed the fact that these are real people doing real things, and as a rancher himself, he draws from his own hands on experiences during his work day of branding,

doctoring, and moving cattle to create his images and works of art.

Gallup refers to his style ‘impressionism combined with realism, adding that this is what comes most natural to him as he loved working with oil, charcoal, pen and ink, as is witnessed in the many prestigious art shows at which he has shown thoughout Canada and the United States. Adding to his inspiration are his experiences wrangling on several movie sets, which is where

he crossed paths years ago with John Dodds, and vividly described him as a very congenial man, tough mentally, proficient in the work at hand and possessed with an incredibly positive attitude and a great sense of humour.

The amazing skills of the professional bull rider and the western artist have certainly been combined in the superb creation of this year’s featured limited edition print that will be available at the 2015 Ponoka Stampede.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Opinion

An in-depth look at the election outcome

Mustafa Eric

Editor

With the dust of the provincial election having more or less settled, a polling organization has conducted a survey on the reasons for the fundamental shift in the balance of political forces and announced some results that should be some good food for thought for both winners and losers.

As the details below will clearly set out, it looks like Albertans wanted a change “from PC” and not necessarily “to NDP”.

One hopes that NDP leadership under Notley will realize that this is a oneoff chance that they have to make good use of if they would like to remain relevant in the provincial politics in the long run.

The survey conducted among randomly selected 1000 Albertans by a com-

pany called Abacus Data has produced the following assessment of the election results in broad strokes: • The vast majority (91 per cent) said the result had nothing to do with preferring a female premier. Only 9 per cent overall and only 10 per cent among women, said it was about electing a woman.

• Overwhelmingly, those surveyed say the result was more about a desire for change (93 per cent) rather than a preference for the NDP (7 per cent). NDP voters were as likely as everyone else to say it was more about change.

• Two thirds (67 per cent) say the leaders’ debate mattered; only 34 per cent felt it was not that important. To underscore just how critical it was, those who voted NDP were 9 points more likely to say the debate mattered.

• More felt the result was about “cooling on Jim Prentice” (63 per cent), than “warming to Rachel Notley” (37 per cent). NDP voters were 14 points more likely to say it was about warming to Rachel Notley, while Wildrose voters were 14 points more likely to say it was about cooling towards Jim Prentice.

• More say this election was about anger (62 per cent) than about “hope” (38 per cent).

Wildrose voters were more likely than others to say it was about anger, while NDP voters were more likely to say it was about hope.

• Most say the election had more to do with leadership (58 per cent) than the economy (42 per cent). Given the economic pressures faced by Alberta in recent months, this is well worth noting.

• The provincial budget was a prominent back-

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drop for the election call, and almost half (44 per cent) said the result was about the budget. More (56 per cent) said the election was about other things.

• The election was almost equally seen as an expression of “mood” (52 per cent) as it was a choice made around “issues and policy” (48 per cent). NDP supporters were far more inclined to see it as an issues-based result, while PC and Wildrose voters said it was about mood.

• Finally, Albertans are

equally divided on whether the result was about the province becoming united (51 per cent) or being divided (49 per cent). Perhaps, given the nature of the result, what is most remarkable is that so many people saw the result as having a unifying element or at least being about a shared feeling.

It goes without saying that social scientists, political parties, lobbyists and even big corporations will continue to analyze the results of one of the most fascinating elections of re-

cent times in the country for a considerable time to come. Some will try extrapolate the outcome to the forthcoming national elections.

Regardless of how these assessments end up, there is one major achievement that Albertans can be proud of after this election: They have showed that they would not be taken for granted and put the politicians on their toes with a big time reminder that the seats they occupy do not belong to them and that they are on borrowed time only to do some good for the people.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

County learns field house a long way off

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Ponoka County councillors heard from the chairman of the Ponoka Recreation Committee firsthand that the multiplex field house the town is striving for may not even be plausible in the next decade.

Chairman Peter Hall briefed the county councillors during their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 12 saying while the field house is one of the biggest wants of the community, it would take a long time to realize.

In 2007 the Town of Ponoka released a needs analysis study to the community.

“And it was a really, really good study,” said Hall.

In 2011, and a year and a half ago, the study was updated and on the top of the wish list was the field house.

“That needs assessment took me totally by surprise in 2007,” said county CAO Charlie Cutforth. He says about 186 county residents responded to the survey and the biggest want that seemed to be coming out of the county was also a field house.

Hall says as the town moves forward with the field house, a plan is imperative.

In the next three to four months an architect firm will be brought in. “They’ll give us an understanding of some options,” he explained.

From there, the rec committee will have sufficient information to take back to the county and present a game plan.

Hall feels even the idea of a field house could bring all the recreational organizations in the community together to take a more “holistic” approach at their operations. In working together, rather than always competing for the same dollar, Hall believes it could save everybody money in the long run. “It has to become a partnership,” he said.

“Barry (Neath, the former chairman) used to speak, we need to get a heart in our town. Somewhere along the way we lost the heart and I’d like to put it back in,” said Hall.

He told councillors expecting and construction by the next election is an impossibility. “But we need a plan,” he stressed.

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Canada Day “Human Canadian Flag” Attempt on July 1st **** Ponoka Day in the Park, August 29th **** For more information please contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services (403) 783-0118 or e-mail wes.amendt@ponoka.org

Spring Clean-Up The Annual Town of Ponoka Spring Clean-Up is scheduled to begin May 19 and will continue until completed. Pick up is restricted to compostable materials (e.g. landscaping waste such as leaves & grass clippings) and small amounts of tree branches that are no longer than 3 feet. Materials not picked up include: rocks, construction material, wood, household waste, and pet excrement. Preference is to have all materials in a pile and not bagged. Make sure your yard waste is set out adjacent to your normal household garbage pickup location. If yard collection is not completed that week - it will continue the following week. The Town will only make one trip per street/avenue. ***Please do not throw grass, leaves and compost materials into the garbage*** PONOKA RECREATION COMMITTEE VACANCY (Senior & Youth) The Ponoka Recreation Committee is seeking applications for an enthusiastic and community-minded individuals to join the Recreation Committee as the Senior’s and Youth Representatives. Any persons interested in serving on the Recreation Committee are requested to submit a completed Board Application Form to the Town of Ponoka. For more information please contact Wes Amendt at 403-783-0118 or Wes.Amendt@ponoka.org Board Application Forms are available at: Town Office: 5102 - 48 Avenue, Ponoka • Town’s website: www.ponoka.ca

“NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK” May 17 – 23rd “Proclaimed as Public Works Week” in Ponoka Appreciating all the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, engineers and administrators who are responsible for building, operating and maintaining the public works systems that serve the citizens of Ponoka.

Job Opportunities:

-Volunteer Fire Fighters -Manager of Operations For more information please visit the Town website and apply to hr@ponoka.org

EVENTS AND RECREATION Nominate a Property for FREE Utilities The Pride in Your Property Contest is open to Town residents and businesses. Here’s your chance to nominate yourself, a business, or someone you know for having a well-kept property. Prizes are awarded to Residential and Business properties as follows: Best Kept Residential - 1st Prize $500 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit 2nd Prize - $250.00 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit Most Improved Prize of $500 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit Best Kept Commercial/Industrial – 1st Prize $500 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit 2nd Prize - $250.00 Town of Ponoka Utility Credit Entry forms are available at www.ponoka.ca, or pick up at the Town Office.

Reward yourself or someone you know for their hard work and enter today! Deadline for entries is July 31st !

Public Information Awareness Night Automated External Defibrillators have recently been installed around town. Come out to the Kinsmen Center on May 26 from 7 – 9 for a Public Information Awareness Night.

Library News CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE: Ponoka Jubilee Library is hosting a Non-restricted Canadian Firearms Safety Course on Sunday May 24th from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm. You must pre-register, cost is $120.00/person. Space is limited. Go to www.albertafirearmscourse.com for more information, or contact the Library at 403-783-3843.

COMMUNITY GARDEN: The Community Garden located behind Ponoka Jubilee Library/Town Hall is getting prepped for another season! If anyone has any plants they are willing to donate to be planted in the garden please contact Jaclyn Berry at 403-783-3843 or jberry@prl.ab.ca. Thank you.

GO FUND ME: Did you enjoy receiving your Free Library Membership this year and want to see it continue next year? In order for that to happen Ponoka Jubilee Library needs to raise funds! To donate money quickly and easily, go to GoFundMe.com/tfkcb8. Thank you.

Ponoka Adult Learning Adult Cooking Class on Wednesday May 20 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, at the Ponoka United Church. Preparation of two meals and one dessert. Cost $10 per participant.

Race for Kids 2015 June 6th at 2:30 pm - The Ponoka Youth Centre/Boys and Girls Club of Wolf Creek is having their 3rd annual Race for Kids fundraiser where 20 teams of 4 adult’s race around town and complete 10 fun and crazy checkpoints!

To participate in this event, please go to www.raceforkids.ca and create a team, or call 403-783-3112!

Aquaplex: Renovations to the Tennis Courts will begin on May 22. Courts will be CLOSED for two weeks.

Looking for a Tennis partner to two? Call (403) 783-0131 to have your name added to a list!

Are you a good artist or have some great ideas and would like to see that put into art? The Aquaplex is looking for someone to help design a mural for the blank wall space over the whirl pool. The top 5 will then be selected and voted on by you the public and painted by a professional artist. Have the designs water related and of course appropriate. You can tie in the town theme and logo, or go a who different route.

Submit by July 2nd to the Aquaplex front desk. Thank you!

Ponoka Youth Centre 2015 Summer Program (July 6 - August 28): Registration starts May 4th, contact (403) 783-3112 or visit www.ponokayouthcentre.com.

Brand New Field Trips! Launchpad Trampoline Park, PC Cooking School, Bowden Sun Maze, Devonian Botanical Garden, Bowling, Swimming, Theme Days and much more.

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm $25.00 – $40.00 a day, Youth ages 6-13 RACE FOR THE KIDS: Fundraiser on June 6, 2015. Support your local youth programs. Enter a team of 4, raise money & compete for great prizes!!! Anyone who can walk can be involved there are 10 locations in the town of Ponoka to start from. For more information please contact 403-783-3112 or visit www.raceforkids.ca to register online.

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Next Town Council Meetings May 26th @ 7:00 pm

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “Today…give a stranger one of your smiles; it might be the only sunshine he or she sees all day”

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Auxiliary constable recognized for 30 years of volunteering and the detachment,” said Chisholm.

He said auxiliary officers have background knowledge of their towns and can provide important information to new Mounties. He also praised Piel’s dedication.

“To put in 30 years of volunteer service in the community is outstanding. That’s a huge dedication he’s put forth,” said Chisholm.

“I’m hoping it doesn’t mean I have to quit now,” joked Piel, who says he intends to continue volunteering at the detachment.

Ponoka Auxiliary Const. Dave Piel (left) poses with Insp. Dave Elliot Friday, May 15 after receiving a framed print in recognition of 30 years of volunteering with Ponoka RCMP. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Insp. David Elliot, operations support officer for central Alberta district, was in attendance and he is impressed with Piel and his commitment to Ponoka. A Mountie that Elliot works with remembers working with Piel 26 years ago.

Elliot said auxiliary officers are able to provide important help to RCMP members and they can assist whenever needed.

Staff Sgt. Cameron Chisholm said the auxiliary officers — more than 400 in Alberta — are an important part of a local detachment.

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For the last 30 years Ponoka resident Dave Piel has volunteered his time as an auxiliary constable to help out the Ponoka RCMP. Peil was recognized at the detachment for his longstanding efforts Friday, May 15 with many staff and Mounties showing their appreciation.

He was presented with a large framed image of a Mountie on a horse and for Peil, the gift was a wonderful gesture. In the 30 years of volunteering as an auxiliary officer, Piel said he has seen his fair share of cases.

“Pretty much anything imaginable, you name it, I’ve been involved with it,” said Piel.

He has assisted investigations of homicides, kidnapping, and says despite the seriousness of some cases, he would do it all over again in a heartbeat.

Piel started out working days when he was off from his regular job and he later on decided to work nights

and weekends when more events occurred. He has also helped out with tri-services (military network involving army and air force) alongside other community events involving the Ponoka RCMP. “Basically you’re sworn in as a peace officer and under the members’ direction, you have the authorities to do everything that they do,” said Piel.

He had to undergo training and testing before he could be a volunteer with the RCMP. Piel’s wife Lorna said she is proud of his dedication to the detachment. “He has such a need and want to support the RCMP,” said Lorna.

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A 4-H THANK-YOU TO THE 2015 BUYERS

Pictures are generously sponsored by PONOKA CO-OP OILS & VERMILION ENERGY Grateful acknowledgement to photographer Naomi McKinney Grand Champion Steer

Reserve Champion Steer

Central Club Champion Steer

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Tyson Matejka

Patrice Stalder

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Madison Fleck

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Brenden Gustafson

Colby Padgham

Isaac McCaughey

Brandon Shaw

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Dylan Giles

Tawni Kjenner

Emily Hagemann

Riley Deleeuw

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Buyer: Central Powertrain

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Lindsey Gartner

Dakotah Nichols

Matt Klimec

Nathan Giles

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

A 4-H THANK-YOU TO THE 2015 BUYERS

Colter Bresee

Wyatt Williams

Chase Fleck

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Simon Stalder

Julianna Harvey

Wyatt McAllister

Tasha Kjenner

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Megan Bolton Buyer: Hamilton’s IGA

Virginia Harvey

Jace Jacklin

Tade Tonneson

Dylan Shaw

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Buyer: Crawford Agencies

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Jake Sheppard

Sam McCaughey

Hunter Nichols

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Ponoka & District 4H 2015 Cleavers

Kally Wills

Carter Gustafson

Kormac Bresee

Jestin Jacklin

Jessy Sheppard

Addison McKinney

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING the 4-H SHOW AND SALE WE the members of Ponoka 4-H Beef would like especially to thank the following Show and Sale Sponsors whose contributions have made out Achievement Day possible:

Abt Cattle Company Accu Publishing Adam’s Chevrolet Buick GMC AFSC Battle River Insurance-Co-operators Bob Ronnie Catering Cervus Equipment - John Deere Dan Skeels and Dean Edge Deb Stevens - Remax Don Laing Trailer

G&S Meats Ltd. Jones Boys Saddlery Ponoka Ag Society Ponoka Chamber of Commerce Ponoka County Ponoka News Ponoka Vet Clinic RBC Financial Scissor Wizard Hair Design

Servus Credit Union Sturgeon Signs Town and Country Supplies Triple 7 Ranches UFA Vermilion Energy VJV Auction Wedin’s Team Corporate Will’s Welding Windamar Enterprise Ltd.

Extra special thank-you’s this year go out to

Ponoka Co-op Oils Ltd. sponsorship provides for the Ag Event Centre rental, club banners, a cash prize for champion cow/calf, and the buyers’ thank you ad.

Servus Credit Union Ponoka graciously purchased cattle blowers for each club this year.

The 4-H members also have sponsors that generously donate to the clubs at our Awards Night. We would be pleased to acknowledge and invite them to join us June th at the Legion at  p.m. RSVP to Laverne Klimec --.

PONOKA NEWS 13

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Wolf Creek Academy campus coming to Ponoka

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Lacombe’s Wolf Creek Academy (WCA) is moving a portion of its resources, in the new school year, for the

creation of a Ponoka campus.

The expansion will be housed in the Brick School — the former Ponoka Elementary School — along with the Ponoka Outreach School,

although there will be no connection between the two.

A press statement released

by Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) states, “There are a number of students who live

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potential. Based on the needs of this student population, we realize that we need to expand WCA program into Ponoka.”

WCA is not a traditional school, students have to be

placed in the program as a result of collaboration between their original school and the WCPS Inclusive Learning team. WCA is in place to lend additional needed supports to specific students who require time to focus on behavior and social/ emotional support programming, says the press statement.

“Students who need specialized programming that is more intensive than our regular schools provide attend Wolf Creek Academy for a period of time,” said Amber Hester, assistant superintendent of Inclusive Learning Services, in an interview with Ponoka News.

“Students can remain in the program for a few months or a few years depending on the needs of the student,” she added.

The statement also says, “It is also important to realize there has been a reduction of funds supporting WCA so this is not an expansion of the program only a reallocation of some of its resources to another community.”

“The reduction is about 15 per cent of the program’s overall budget,” said Hester.

“The reduction of the funds for the program was part of the complete budgeting process that we went through once we received our overall WCPS budget a few weeks ago.

WE examined all areas of our school system and Wolf Creek Academy was included in that process,” she added.

On Ponoka site, there will be a teacher with a 1.5 full time equivalency alongside school social worker support and educational assistant support.

Some staffing times are also being reduced. “Admin time had been reduced from 1.0 to 0.5.

The secretarial reduction has not been finalized. Teaching staff is the same as last year, they are just split between two locations . . . educational assistant fulltime equivalency (EA FTE) is reduced by two,” said Hester.

“The secretarial support will remain at the Lacombe site. Administration, teacher secretarial, and EA FTE have been reduced from the current year’s allocation but we are confident that we can provide an excellent program at both sites,” said the press release.

WCPS was concerned, because Ponoka students attending WCA had to be transported there and back, they were not having the same opportunities as other students to engage in other part of school culture.

However, having a program in their community alleviates this concern.

The Ponoka campus will service grades 8 to 12, depending on the needs of the students enrolled and has one classroom with a maximum capacity of 10 students.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Future doctors to offer AED information to public Two medical students doing their internship at the Ponoka Hospital will be offering to share with the community their knowledge of AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) and how the equipment can save lives at a barbeque on Tuesday, May 26 at the Kinsmen Community Centre.

Alyson Kolk and Gregory Sawisky say they will be conducting demonstrations to show how the equipment can be used by anybody without prior medical training. The two interns say this will be their way of saying goodbye to Ponoka at the end of their term.

“Several new AED’s were installed in several schools this year and we wanted to help raise awareness about these units in town,” said Kolk.

AEDs are located in most major public buildings in town including the arena, community centre, the Ag Centre and most schools.

The community event will take place from 6 – 8 p.m. with free burgers for the first 50 visitors.

The devices contain two pads that are attached to a person’s chest and automatically

detect the presence or absence of a heartbeat.

If a life-saving shock needs to be administered, the device will do that automatically with an electronic voice guiding the user on what to do.

“We wanted to offer people a hands-on opportunity to try using one of the training modules so they know just how simple AEDs are,” said Sawisky.

Each unit contains illustrations on where to place the pads and will walk someone through the steps required to help save a life.

AEDs are typically located in prominent locations in buildings, mainly near major entrances or gymnasiums. They do not require special permission to use.

“Everything is automatic. If a person collapses but doesn’t need an electric shock the unit will not give one,” Sawisky said adding “We want people to feel comfortable knowing they can use one if they witness a medical emergency even if they are unsure.”

“AED’s can be used by anyone. You don’t need special training to use them,” Kolk said.

For more information contact Sawisky at 587-785-7851

Police briefs continued from page 3 Youths charged in stabbing Maskwacis RCMP charged two 17-year-old boys with attempted murder after a stabbing incident May 16 on the Samson Cree Nation.

Police were called to the scene of a serious assault at approximately 4:30 p.m. where a 20-year-old man and a 24-year-old man were stabbed after an altercation.

Both youths have been charged with attempted murder of the 20-year-old victim and aggravated assault on the 24-year-old victim as well as being in possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace and break and enter to commit an indictable offence.

One youth has also been

charged with six counts of breach of probation. Both youths have been remanded in custody and will appear in youth court May 20.

Both victims are said to be in the stable condition at an Edmonton hospital.

Ponoka woman involved in collision with stolen vehicle Stettler RCMP have charged a 28-year-old Ponoka woman with possession of stolen property over $5,000 after she was involved in a collision May 9.

The woman was a passenger in a stolen 2008 Toyota Yaris when it collided with a 2008 Ford Focus near Stettler.

Driving the Yaris was a 26-year-old Stettler man who also faces charges of driving while uninsured, driving with-

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Stolen property recovered in Boyle An arrest of three suspects in a rural location near Boyle garnered a number of stolen items from Ponoka, Athabasca and Cold Lake areas.

Police say one of the items recovered from Ponoka was a Kubota generator reported stolen from a Ponoka gravel pit Nov. 28 2014. Police have charged three individuals with break-and-enter and theft.

Ponoka RCMP and the Integrated Traffic Unit handled 87 calls for service last week.

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

Money for Big Brothers: Members of the Dutch community recently celebrated the birthday of Willlem-Alexander Claus George Ferdinand, the Dutch king. Money left over from the celebration, called Oranjefeest, was donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ponoka. Each year the group picks a worthy cause to donate to.

The donation to BBBS this year was just over $2,000. Here (l-r) Morgen Chernick, program director for BBBS and donors Maaycke Verbruggen and Nieske Schuur pose with the youths at the youth centre.

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JUNE 19, 2015 • 12:00 NOON Selling In Conjunction with the 35th Annual Summer Machinery Consignment Sale Selling Unreserved for Eon Hildebrand Land Located at View Mar Estates - 4 Miles North of Rimbey on Hwy #20 to Twp Rd 432 (Medicine Lake Road), West 3 Miles to Rge Rd 31, North 1 Mile County Sign: 1843302 Legal Description: Part of the SE 23-43-3 W5M - Lot 6, Blk 2, Plan 8123182

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2015 Taxes: $749.08 Open Houses: May 31st & June 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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Selling Unreserved for Dorothy Dahms Land Located at 4625 52nd Ave, Rimbey, Alberta Legal Description: Plan 506HW, Block 15, Lot 18 Location: 4625 52nd Ave, Rimbey, Alberta Selling at 50’x120’ Lot with an Older Mobile Home c/w Addition, Deck, Stove & Fridge, Plus a Storage Shed Zoned: R2 2015 Taxes: $819.79 Viewing by Appointment Only For More Information: Allen Dahms (403) 843-6155 All measurement are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

County puts $120,000 into new Internet technologies

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Ponoka County Council has agreed to pay an additional $120,000 to Missing Link, the Internet service company that provides service to the hard-to-reach locations of Ponoka County, to increase penetration through treed areas.

“We’re running into issues in some areas with trees and other frequencies,” said Phil Swanson of Missing Link at Ponoka County Council’s Tuesday, May 12 meeting.

“This new equipment is LTE. It has pretty good tree penetration, it’s proven, it’s been out for a few years now,” he added.

Swanson says one of the biggest benefits this will provide Missing Link is the ability to operate on a licensed frequency, which will cut out the issue of having to compete on a frequency.

To continue implementing its agreement with the county, Missing Link needs about $120,000 to get this new technology up and running in the way it wants.

Ponoka County Council agreed to write an amendment to the agreement with Missing Link to provide the $120,000 for the purchase of the towers specified in the agreement.

The money will come out of reserves as a capital expense, with a repayment plan.

“It’s not a loan,” said county CAO Charlie Cutforth.

“We’re just simply paying for the rest of the towers that will be installed,” he added.

Repayment will come as Missing Link buys the towers back from Ponoka County.

Council felt comfortable with this arrangement because Missing Link, having already repaid required sums under its contractual obligations, has no debt with the county

79th Annual Ponoka Stampede Parade

Air Cadets to move to former elementary school

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Rather than building a completely new structure for the Ponoka Air Cadets squadron, the organization is instead moving into the now former Ponoka Elementary School, widely referred to as the pink building, Commanding officer Cpt. Tracey Fiedler says 65 Squadron Ponoka is planning on being out of its

current building on June 30 and settling right away into the new one.

“We kind of had three different paths we went down. The final outcome is we found a new building to lease,” said Fiedler.

“There was just a lot to consider and cost was a big part of it,” she added.

The biggest benefit the former school offers the Air Cadets is much needed extra space. With a gym

on hand, Fiedler says the cadets can increase activities, such as sports nights.

“It just provides so much more opportunity,” Fiedler explained.

“It just gives up more room to grow,” she added; and pointing out to the fact that the squadron is growing at a fast rate.

“Two years ago we had 29 (cadets),” said Fiedler.

The squadron now boasts 55 cadets.

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STAMPEDE PARADE ENTRY FORM

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Ponoka Youth Centre would like to thank the following sponsors for their support to the 2015 Summer Program!

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Ponoka FCSS invites anyone interested in planting and looking after a garden to call for details soon!

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silver sponsors: Big Country Energy Services Inc. Central Office Supplies Ltd. Diversified Financial Concepts Classic Granite Works Ponoka Professional Pharmacy Ponoka License & Registry Hamilton’s IGA Kinette Club of Ponoka Ponoka Cabinet Makers

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bronze sponsors: Ponoka Fertilizer Ltd.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Mecca Glen students jump to keep hearts pumping

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Students at Mecca Glen School once again showed

their commitment to good causes by raising funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation with a Jump Rope for

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The event was held Tuesday, May 12 at the school and was the culmination of several weeks of fundraising for the foundation, says organizer and Grade 2/3 teacher, Lorraine Stevenson.

While the final dollar amount was not available at press time, Stevenson said the community really comes together for the project and they usually raise more than $2,000.

She says the goal is to have students become global

citizens with the fundraiser, and to keep them active and moving. During the Jump Rope for Heart event, students skipped ropes, played Double-Dutch, basketball, twirled hula-hoops and even tried out a few large team rope efforts.

“It works really well with our curriculum,” said Stevenson.

Students then did as many skips as possible and kept track of the number.

Stevenson said it has become a fun day for students

to get outside and be active.

Teachers joined in on the fun and played alongside students.

Stevenson said parents are a big support for the program and while many of the pledges were made online, the parent community still helps out in other areas.

Jump Rope for Heart statistics The Heart and Stroke Foundation has invested nearly $3 million in research on the topic of children and youth physical activity in the

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Where your dollar goes For every dollar that is spent with the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 54 cents goes to the mission: of that 23 cents is spent on research, which funds almost 1,500 researchers across Canada.

And 31 cents goes to health promotion such as risk assessment and advocacy.

As for the rest, 39 cents is invested in fundraising and managing a large number of programs. Seven cents goes to administration costs.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

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BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Servus Credit Union in Ponoka celebrated a onestop banking-shop Tuesday, May 12 with a pancake breakfast for the community.

When several credit unions in Alberta were merged into the Servus Credit Union in 2008, much of their services were a mash up of the different branches, says Ponoka branch manager Dennis Jones.

“Last May we got the new system that unified all the banking systems,” said Jones.

Branches across the province celebrated the accomplishment with different community events and Ponoka’s was a pancake breakfast with free Frisbees and gifts.

Jones said the accomplishment is something that took several years to achieve.

“Not only did we have to look between ourselves, but we had to look at the market . . . now it’s all harmonized,” said Jones.

He said the community events are a way to give back to the community and thank customers for their loyalty. “It’s nice to be part of an organization that lets you give back to the community,” he added.

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18 PONOKA NEWS

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

A new adventure in spring cleaning

Mike Rainone Hammertime

Boy was I in for a surprise: Yours truly, like so many others, I am sure, was under the impression that as we got older and eased into retirement, we should be able to get out of some of those annual spring cleaning chores, and maybe have just a little bit more R and R time. When

we were kids, we raked and dug and helped clean up the yard for a meagre allowance, which, instead of saving in the piggy bank, we usually rushed out and spent on treats and junk. Then when we were teens, we got a paper route or rode our bikes around the community looking for odd jobs, and even rather reluctantly, agreed to help our parents for a few hours in order to round up a little extra cash to spend on a date, and maybe even enough ‘brownie points’ to get the car on Friday night.

As adults, spring cleaning chores became a way of life and as soon as the snow cleared, we had to clean out the garage, the yard, the BBQ, paint the fence, summerize the vehicles and on and on. Of course, there are always the fun things to look forward to in the sunshine and longer days, including getting the boat, camper and the rest of the family and boy toys ready for camp-

ing, holidays , fishing and all the rest of the summer fun. It’s great in the evenings or weekends to take the kids to their ball or soccer practises and games, as long as there is a little time left over for a few rounds of golf or to take a cruise in our fancy bikes, ATVs, rag-tops and all the rest.

When I retired a few years ago and we moved into a condo, I really missed hanging around the yard and creating more work, but that didn’t last very long and I enjoyed the extra leisure time going for long walks and drives, attended lots more barbecues and spoiled the grandchildren even more. Of course, while my wife was still working I did agree to perform the weekly chores such as vacuuming, dusting, windows, cleaning the cars and all the rest, but always found lots of excuses to run an errand so that I could have coffee with the boys, watch an afternoon game on television or even

grab a nap. Whatever the case, no matter how long we have all been married, we have learned way back that our beloved wives or partners will always come up with a ‘secret spring cleaning bucket list’ that they dreamed up over the cold winter.

This year my wife retired, and we have really been looking forward to more quality time together, doing a little travelling as well as some enjoying of the other leisure adventures or hobbies that all of us yearned for but didn’t always have enough time for on our busy schedules when we were raising kids and working. After returning from a short but sweet ‘we are retired’ holiday, my wife suddenly suggested quite vigorously that NOW was the opportunity for US to give our 11-year-old condo a complete spring cleaning and spruce-up.

Before this much mellowed 72 year old senior could utter ‘where do we

start?’ we were dashing downtown to purchase a handy-dandy new carpet and floor cleaner that was on sale for ONLY one more week.

Even before reading the instructions on this new gadget, the next plan of attack, which came as a shock but really made sense, was that we should clean out all of the rooms, one at a time, before we tackled the floors. My blood pressure rose just a little when my beloved spouse informed me that with her new Ipad, she would like to get rid of ALL of her 30-plus years’ collection of 800plus books, as well as some of the other toys, trinkets and what we believed were inseparable treasures that both of us have been saving (or hoarding) in closets, cupboards, drawers and corners since we got here.

After loading up way too many boxes of heavy books to pass along to family and good friends

and making far too many trips to the big garbage bin downstairs, the condo looked quite barren, but we were finally ready to start washing the floor, one room at a time. While moving the furniture around, we both discovered that some of it was getting quite old and tired and needed to be replaced, and so began the next chapter of our spring cleaning adventure.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

50th Arabian horse show promises fun for the family

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Planners of the 50th anniversary of the Aurora Arabian Horse Association (AAHA) are pulling all the stops to make a fun, family oriented day.

The show itself is set for Friday May 29 to May 31 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre with Saturday’s event being open to the public, says Lorie Fisher, in charge of marketing and communication for the AAHA. Fisher said starting at 11 a.m. special guests will speak to attendees and get the day rolling. The event is free to the public and Fisher said they want to give people an idea of what makes the Arabian horse such a well-liked breed. “It’s just going to be a really fun, family focused event.”

She says Arabians are bred to be part of the family and ancient Bedouin tribes would treat them as such.

The 50th anniversary celebration will not only have a photo booth and other activities for families, but it will also include a trick horse, tours and opportunities to learn more

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about the breed that is considered one of the more beautiful equine stocks.

“We feel the Arabian horse is a family focused horse,” said Fisher.

“A lot of the horses out there come from the original Arabian breed,” she added.

One of the qualities of the breed that Fisher cherishes is that it is considered quite versatile and can handle many

equine disciplines.

“If you look at the horses, you will see that they are engaged in jumping … they’re involved in almost every discipline that’s out there,” explained Fisher.

She said there will be an indoor and outdoor ring with horses and the AAHA welcomes the public to come check out their 50th anniversary celebration.

Friday, May 22 In lieu day—no school for students Monday, May 25 All students welcome to attend Wednesday, May 27 Night school– All staff present Thursday, May 28 Graduation!

This painting depicts a mare and her pony in an Arab tent, reflecting the place of horse as a part of a family.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Library prepares community garden for the season

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Plans are already underway to spruce up the Ponoka Jubilee Library community garden.

Youths with the Ponoka Youth Centre (PYC) put on their leadership hats and helped library manager Jackie Berry paint the flower and

plant beds at the library’s community garden Tuesday, May 12.

The group is part of the Torch Club leadership group at the youth centre that is looking at ways to develop leaders and at the same time give back to the community, said Doris Reich, program co-ordinator with after school

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Tanea Podmoroff with the Ponoka Youth Centre helps paint the planters Tuesday, May 12 at the Ponoka Jubilee Library Community Garden. Planting will occur Wednesday, May 27 and is open to anyone wishing to help. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

program at the PYC. “One of the goals for the torch club is to be involved in community work of some kind,” said Reich.

Working with the library is a match that both Berry and Reich feel works as they both have a strong community focus.

“We just want something that is a nice place for people to come visit,” said Berry.

“We’re hoping to get some

benches or a picnic table or something so people can come sit back here and enjoy it.”

Berry says the Keystone Group, another leadership club at the youth centre, will help the community and library with planting Wednesday, May 27. She said everyone in the community is invited to join in on the fun and anyone with extra seeds is asked to donate them to

the library.

Reich said she hopes to have youths with the Keystone group working collaboratively with members of the community. “They’ve got to learn from someone.”

“Really, we want this to become something that everybody can enjoy,” added Berry.

“If anybody has any plants or seeds that are willing to donate, we are more than happy to take them,” she concluded.

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Proposals in Bill C-48, an act aimed at amending the Canada Grain Act, could create challenges for grain producers seeking help from the Canadian Grain Commission, says the National Farmer’s Union (NFU).

The proposed changes adjust the wording of the CGC’s mandate that Terry Boehm, chair of the NFU Seed and Trade Committee, states would hurt producers in the event of a dispute over grain.

He said in a press release that, “it would allow government to end the bond security system that now pays farmers if a licensed grain company defaults and it would create room for political interference.”

Boehm adds that Bill C-48 would introduce a government run insurance-based payment protection system, which would not be as reliable as the current bond system and would make feed mill licensing more complex.

Elwin Hermanson, chief commissioner of the CGC, feels there are some inaccuracies in the NFU statement.

Changes to Bill C-48 clarify the role of the CGC, explained Hermanson. He feels it has become outdated. He added there is little change to feed mills licensing. “We have no power over the feed mills.”

The NFU is concerned that proposed changes to the mandate stating the CGC should act “in the interests of Canadians and grain producers,” would remove the commission’s obligation to protect farmer’s interests. Hermanson said that is still true now but the CGC needs to be free to make decisions.

“In fact, we have a lot of roles for stakeholders where we have to be an unbiased, arms length regulator and we can’t favour anyone,” said Hermanson.

He said when looking at grain, the CGC will grade it as accurately as possible. “The outcome could benefit either the producer or the buyer.” continued on page 21

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continued from page 20 Proposed changes would create more protection to producers than the CGC has in place now, he added.

Proposed changes to Canada’s wheat classes Another concern expressed by the NFU is the proposal to add a wheat class that has a lowerprotein milling wheat class.

The proposed addition of a lower-protein wheat class is similar to American Dark North Spring Wheat, which Scott suggests would make differentiating U.S. and Canadian wheat problematic in the export market.

Hermanson said the CGC proposed to “tighten up” the qualifications of Canadian Western Red Spring (CWRS) and the Canadian Prairie Spring Red (CPSR) class of wheat to ensure quality control.

“The gluten strength, particularly the CWRS, had become too low for customers,” explained Hermanson.

Consultations with stakeholders showed near unanimous agreement in pushing to strengthen the protein in those grain classes, added Hermanson. The CGC has suggested a new permanent class that is similar to new, low protein wheat varieties.

“If we don’t create a class it would have no home other than feed,” he suggested.

Hermanson says yield does tend to be higher for these lower protein varieties and some producers may decide to go that route. However, the price per ton would not be as high as the CWRS variety of grain.

There are already interim registrations of some wheat varieties, he added, referring to recent decisions by the Prairie Grain Development Committee. The CGC does not control what the committee does, said Hermanson.

He added that there is still some discussion over whether the proposed wheat class addition will need to be identity preserved, which tracks and segregates grains.

If there is no new class then that would not need to occur and Hermanson says the CGC is open to stakeholder feedback.

The NFU’s concern is that this new grain class will affect Canada’s grain reputation in the export market.

“Canada’s comparative advantage in wheat exports has been quality, namely high protein levels,” stated Scott.

Hermanson said during public consultations the CGC received more than 40 official submissions from a variety of groups such as farmers and processors.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Got 2 Dance has had a successful season Dancers with Got2Dance Productions perform on stage recently. The group has won acclaim in different areas this season.

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Dancers with the Got 2 Dance (G2D) Productions have had a strong season of dancing and awards.

In April and May the dancers took part in three festivals, says co-owner Gjenna Saretsky: • Sparkle Dance Festival, Camrose; • For the Love of Dance, Fort Saskatchewan; • The Great Canadian Dance Challenge, Calgary; Saretsky said dancers won numerous awards

with 12 high-gold medals, 66 gold, 10 high-silver, 14 silver, 57 awards and six onstage scholarships.

“We, of course, want our students to reach their highest potential of dance training that we can provide, but more importantly, our main goal and focus at G2D is to create an atmosphere for the kids where they can come and be surrounded by their friends doing something that they love,” explained Saretsky.

The philosophy seems to be working. G2D had some memorable awards this year, said Saretsky, including being one of the five most entertaining groups in Fort Saskatchewan, top choreography and top level

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group award in Camrose, and one dancer, Stefanie Hatala won the top soloist award for 13 years and over in Camrose.

“Competitive dancers spend more hours in the studio each week and are required to take both ballet and jazz in order to branch into additional disciplines like lyrical, modern or tap.

We are lucky to have such a talented group of dancers to work with,” explained Saretsky.

Next year, G2D will be offering more class options and Saretsky says some of the their dancers are travelling to Disneyland in California to perform in the Disneyland parade in July.

Saretsky says she and co-owner Anne-Alisa Wiancko choreograph and instruct dancers alongside Becca Chelmyk. G2D offers a variety of dance disciplines.

“We want our dance studio to feel like a family where lasting memories are made and our kids learn the values of teamwork, commitment and hard work,” said Saretsky.

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Pilots prepare for kids’ aviation program

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Youths interested in flying are gearing up for a fun aviation event that gets kids involved in the fine and technical aspects of soaring through the skies.

Called COPA (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association) for Kids, the event is set for Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and there are still a few open spots left to register, said organizer Perry Wilson.

“We’re going to have six (planes) and most of them will be able to handle three kids at a time,” explained Wilson.

He said the event is open for kids aged eight to 13 and participants will get a bird’s eye view of the area but will also learn important technical details about aviation. Organizers can have up to 80 applicants. “They’re going to learn from the pilot,” said Wilson.

The goal is to give kids a taste of adventure and if they find some interest in aviation, he hopes they will pursue lessons. “Maybe some of these kids will be interested in pursuing a career in aviation, so this will just give them a little bit of incentive to follow that passion.”

This is Wilson’s second time hosting a COPA for Kids event and he said kids were quite excited about the experience the first time around. He said participants will learn about some of the important aspects of what makes a plane work and will receive a certificate for the event.

He feels this will also give kids an idea of the Ponoka Industrial Airport and when they see a plain active, they will have a better understanding of the infrastructure.

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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Pilot Perry Wilson poses in front of two of the six planes that will be used for the COPA for Kids aviation event that is set for Saturday, May 23. The Ponoka Flying Club is taking reservations for a free flight for kids interested in aviation.

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Sports Victoria Day victory for FC Storm

BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ponoka’s representative in the Battle River Men’s Soccer League FC Storm managed to come out with a 3-2 win from their first home game of the season against Camrose on Monday, May 18 despite having been left with only nine men on the field after controversial officiating led to heightened tensions and ejection of two Storm players.

Camrose struck in just the second minute of the game through a free kick and it took the hosts about 10 minutes to reel from the shock and start to control the midfield. 15 minutes into the first half, Eric Eischeid scored from within the 18-yard box and 10 minutes later he added another goal to the scorecard from a corner kick. The visitors equalized in another 10 minutes through a swift counter-attack and that was when the tensions began to build up.

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Eric Eischeid’s (#6) second goal finds the back of the Camrose net in the first half of the Storm’s first home game of the season on Monday, May 18.

Photo by Mustafa Eric

awarding the ball to the visitors in positions which appeared unjustified, Storm captain Brad Normandeaux disputed both calls and was shown a yellow card in each case and was ejected about eight minutes before half-

time at 2-2.

After the halftime break, Storm returned to the game with a determination to control the midfield and managed to hold the visitors at bay although Camrose did find a few shots at

the Ponoka net. Midway through the second half, Jason Duddy of Storm was brought down in midfield with a hard foul and when he kicked the opponent out of anger, he was shown the red card.

Despite the declining odds of winning the game with nine men, Storm continued to fight for the ball and both the players and the bench breathed a sigh of relief when Storm’s Gurjit Sandhu scored with a 25-

yard shot 15 minutes from the end of regulation.

Camrose put in a great effort to equalize but failed to penetrate the defensive line of the hosts and the game ended with the score of 3-2 for the hosts.

U14 Bandits tie season’s first home game

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Denver Hillareguy takes a swing during the Bandits home game on Thursday, May 14 against Sylvan Lake.

The teams tied 12-12.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

Ponoka’s U14 girls’ fastball team Bandits tied their first home game of the season 12-12 against Sylvan Lake, Thursday, May 14.

The girls battled the chilly weather and their opponents by cheering each other on and, with the help of coach Lucas Willier, playing smart.

“The score really isn’t why we’re here,” said Willier.

This year his team is made up entirely of girls who have never played at the peewee level before. He is more focused on building the girls’ skills and knowledge of the game.

“I’m sure everybody learned something,” said Willier.

Ponoka came out swinging against the evenly matched Sylvan Lake team. “We came out with a strong first period,” said Willier.

“Our bats were strong,” he added.

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One of his main directions to players was to keep the ball low and drive it along the ground. This allows the girls to make the bases without the fear of a pop fly catch.

However, as Sylvan Lake picked up the pace, the Bandits defense slacked off a bit, says Willier. “And that’s where we gave them a tie.”

This year the Ponoka U14 is offering a one-of-kind opportunity to the girls who play peewee level in the league: the Heart and Hustle Award.

At each home game, one girl from each team is awarded, and it’s the opposing team who chooses the recipient.

For the Bandits, Perjsa Potts was the recipient of the Heart and Hustle Award in Thursday’s game.

Ponoka’s Boston Pizza sponsors the award. “Boston Pizza really stepped up,” said Willier.

The team’s next home game is Thursday, May 21 agaisnt Sylvan Lake’s second U14 team.

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Mixed results in minor soccer

BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ponoka’s U16 boys and U12 girls continued on their league journey last week with the boys suffering their first loss of the season in a tight game and the girls repeating last week’s result.

U16 boys’ Storm first travelled to Wetaskiwin on Tuesday, May 12 and returned with a 3-0 win after a game, which saw the Ponoka boys recover from a sluggish first half only in the second part of the game.

“We were flat and lacking energy in the first half.

But we still kept possession most of the half,” said coach Gurjit Sandhu.

He praised goalie Justin Hyink for a great save 10 minutes from the end of first half, keeping the score goalless until the point the Storm woke up and started to score.

“The second half we came out energized and dominated start to finish,” said Sandhu. Lewis McDowell scored twice and Dravin Louis added one.

In their second game of

the week on Thursday, May 14, U16 boys hosted Lacombe, one of the strongest contenders for the league title this year.

Although Ponoka boys started the game well and secured an early lead through Lewis McDowell, the visitors used their size advantage and began to play more physical and found two goals until the end of the first half going into the second with a 2-1 lead.

“The second half we played a little better, we were more composed on the ball,” said Sandhu.

Thanks to better execution, Storm equalized early in the second half but Lacombe came back to take a 3-2 lead and as Ponoka boys struggled to equalize once again, the holes in the defensive setup allowed Lacombe to expand their lead to 4-2 with a score from a swift counter-attack. The absence of Robert Wareham in the Storm defence was felt. Just three minutes from time, Lewis McDowell scored once again to complete his hat-trick, but it was not enough to save

the game.

“The game showed us what we need to work on after having a few less challenging games earlier in the season,” said Sandhu. “Great learning curve for us.”

As for U12 girls, they returned from their second trip to Stettler in as many weeks with an 8-0 loss.

Alex Mercer of U16 Storm thwarts a Lacombe attack as Jaden Hageman and Rian van der Westhuizen follow the position closely during Ponoka’s home game on Thursday, May 14.

Photo by Mustafa Eric

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EDWARDS Connor Lawrence Owner / Farmer: Greybanks Ranch Three Hills, Alberta for 40 years

On April 19, 2015 Mr. Larry Edwards passed away at the ate of 89 years. Larry will be lovingly remembered by his wife Bernice; children Glenn (Kelly) Edwards, Barb (Neil) Jardine, Hal (Bernita) Edwards, Bob Edwards, Michael (Anne) Gardner, Bruce (Christa) Gardner, and Janice Gardner (Fernando Silva); grandchildren Elizabeth, Michael, Jane, Anna, Doug, Carson, Christopher, Megan, and Mateo; and his brother Art (Laura) Edwards. A Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka First Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24th with the Interment Service following on Saturday, April 25th at the Three Hills Cemetery. To express condolences to Larry’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

Accomplishments: • Bachelor of Science, Professional Agrologist (B.Sc., P.Ag) • WW2 - Commissioned Officer, Canadian Air Force • Nuffield Scholar (Agriculture) Great Britain (1960) • Olds College, Board of Governors - Vice Chairman (6 years) • President - Alberta & Canadian Associated Milk Foundations • Farmer - dairy, beef, grain • Horseman - raised, trained, rode, and showed American Saddlebred Horses since 1943; recipient of Award both in Canada and U.S.A. for ASH Associations for promoting the breed • Volunteer - 8 1/2 years at the Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury (7 1/2 years with his beloved Boxer dog) Memorial donations may be made to: David Thompson Health Trust (specify “Senior Mental Health Program CCMHBI in Memory of Larry Edwards).

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Elgie Arthur Schirrmacher, age 82, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at the Ponoka Hospital & Care Centre. He was born on January 10, 1933 in Lac La Biche, Alberta to Ernie and Bernice Schirrmacher. He met his wife Yvette in 1961 and they had four children. They settled in the Ponoka area and eventually retired to town. Elgie loved music and played with his band The Cowboys, enjoying his time entertaining at parades, volunteer events and senior centres. Elgie was predeceased by his parents Ernie and Bernice and his sister Leola Thomas.

He is survived by his loving wife Yvette; his children Suzanne, Kurt (Shelly), Roxanne (Tim), and Troy; and his grandchildren Meagan, Coltyn, and Jordan. The family would like to extend the sincerest thank you to the staff at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre for their exceptional care. Special thanks to the Acute Care Unit for their compassion to Elgie and the family throughout this difficult time. A Funeral Service was held at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ponoka at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2015. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta.

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HIP OR KNEE Replacement? COPD or arthritic conditions? The Disability Tax Credit. $1, 500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average) Apply today!

1-844-453-5372.

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Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.

Pet Services

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Repair Service

• Siding • RooÀng • Fascia • SofÀt • Windows • Sheds

403-783-6272

Repair Service

1360

403-506-4834 (cell) • 403-782-9833

Ultrasound-aided ReproducƟve Programs

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CETA CerƟĮed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer Herd Health

Phone 403-391-1684 ʹͶ

Dr. Bruce Wine

TREE MULCHING Hillbilly Tree Mulching Ltd. • FENCE LINES • CUT LINES • POWER LINES • PIPELINES • BRUSH & BUSH • STUMPS

880

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First Call Towing • 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

783-3636 Roofing

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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.

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Auctions

UPCOMING ONSITE AUCTIONS SUNDAY, MAY 24 – 12 NOON

SUNDAY, JUNE 7 – 12 NOON

1.403.318.0498 1.403.358.0452

VETERINARY SERVICES

Hwy 53 W to Parkland Beach Rd., south to Parkland Beach, west to RR15, south 1.5km.

Watch for signs Western Star picker truck and all kinds of tools - Cash or cheque only Regular sales every Wednesday at Moose Hall Ponoka Presented by

8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call

• Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma • Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Jasmine Hardy

TREE SERVICE

BEST PRICE TREE SERVICE OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

SPECIALIZING IN DANGEROUS TREES COMPLETE REMOVAL & CLEANUP

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

403.396.7623

FARMLAND. 154.19+/- title acres w/2210 sq. ft. custom-built home & equestrian facilities in Falun, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 10 in Edmonton. Jerry Hodge 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

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.

Firewood

1660

LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location.

Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

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BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 feet, $35 each. Machine planting: $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee $75 - $125/order.

Quality guaranteed.

403-820-0961.

Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210

NO BUYERS PREMIUM

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS Linda Dunbrack 403-304-4791 (cell)

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

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Riding mower, many household items and tools! tools! tools!

Can do trees up to 15” wide

Auctions

Garden Supplies

5222 – 51 AVE. Ponoka

MULCHING TO SUIT ALL NEEDS

Doug Casey

Misc.

Help

Rental Misc

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

Also RV storage.

Secure compound.

Call Keith at

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.

• HEAVY EQUIPMENT • TRUCK AND TRAILER • HYDRAULICS • AGRICULTURE

Bovine Veterinary Services

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

MOBILE HEAVY DUTY REPAIRS

VETERINARY SERVICES

Welding

Need RV or Self Storage?

Derek Berg Mechanical Services

403-740-6081

On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services

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CLINKERS KENNELS

www.clinkerskennels.ca

ROY’S ROOFING & SIDING

Welding

To view items: www.bigstrapperauctions.net

Farm Equipment

2010

FUTURE steel building, ready to be erected, 26’ x 25’ x 19’, located in Central AB, great for farm or small acreage, must sell, reduced $11,000 403-485-2532

Livestock

2100

AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm.

BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN, Moose Hall 2 miles south ERSKINE, AB. of Ponoka on 2A. 40, two year old virgin bulls UPCOMING SALES for sale at the farm.

LOCATION AUCTION Fully guaranteed.

5222-51 St. Ponoka, AB Call Carole Barclay at Sun. May 24, 12 noon 403-742-4825, Sun. June 7, 12 noon Terry 403-740-5037 West of Ponoka Hyw. 53 Ricky 403-740-5711. email Parkland Beach south. bardale@xplornet.com Watch for signs.

BLACK LIMOUSIN Bull, Check website for full listings long yearling, semen www.bigstrapperauctions.net tested, Sires, Kajo Responder Dam Greenwood Gypsy stock, reg’d.

403-540-5951 COLLECTOR CAR FOR SALE. Simmeron AUCTION. 8th Annual Simmentals, fullblood full Calgary Collector Car AucFleckvieh bulls, yearlings tion June 12-14, Indoors and 2 year olds, polled Convention Center Grey and horned, A.I. bloodEagle Casino. All makes & models welcome. Consign lines, very quiet, muscled.

780-913-7963; www. today 1-8880296-0528 ext. simmeronranch.ca.

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Livestock

SHORTHORN bulls for sale, reds, roans and whites, 2 yr. old yearlings.

Semen tested and delivery within 100 miles. www. prospecthillshorthorns.com Les & Shelley Peterson 780-877-2444.

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

FOR SALE

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

403-704-0158

2140

Horses

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

Jerry Dodds 403-783-0303

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

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

Misc.

Services

1290

Grain, Feed Hay

Misc.

Services

1290

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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

Misc.

Services

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Well Drilling

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Auctions

For Rent #3000 - #3200

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

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

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Well Drilling

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4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

Suites

Let us amplify your message!

Well Drilling

Seed Grain

3050

SEED GRAIN WHEAT SEED for sale. Oats and RIMBEY: QUIET 2 bdrm., CERT. HARVEST, wheat. No Sun. calls. building, new paint & floorREDWATER, FOREMOST 403-704-4333 843-4506 ing, corner kitchen, laundry BARLEY CERT. & storage on site, heat & COPELAND, COWBOY, water included.

COALITION SEED,OATS 403-704-6949 SEED, FAVA BEANS PH. 780-855-2240, CEL, 780-678-6329

Seed Grain HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

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

Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup� Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

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

Houses/ Duplexes

FOR RENT ½ DUPLEX • 2 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 4 Appliances

403-783-2918 AVAILABLE JUNE 1 2 bedroom house for rent near Ponoka. Fridge, stove, water & sewer. N/P, N/S. Suitable for mature tenant, no children. Require references.

$1200/Month plus dd

403-783-4554

3 BEDROOM HOUSE

FOR RENT

Attached single garage.

Fenced yard.

References required.

CALL EVENINGS 403-783-8727 MATURE couple. 1 bdrm. house, 2 bath, in Rimbey, 4 appls, no pets, n/s, ref’s req’d, $500/mo. DD $500 780-465-7107

Home Staging

1530

MAJOR ANNUAL SPRING R.V. SALE R.V.’S, BOATS, QUADS, MOTORBIKES, CARS, TRUCKS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

SATURDAY MAY 23, 2015 @ 10:00 A.M. SHARP VIEWING FRIDAY MAY 22, 2015 FROM 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM

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PREVIEW OF RV’S FOR SALE: 2014 FORD MUSTANG GT COUPE PREMIUM • 2013 SKYLINE NOMAD JOEY WEEKENDER 196 • 2013 JAYCO EAGLE 334RBTS • 2011 SKYLINE NOMAD • 2011 HONDA CBR 600RR • 2007 SKYLINE LAYTON • 2006 BENNINGTON 1850 GL PONTOON BOAT • 2005 SKIDOO SUMMIT HIGHMARK • 2004 BOMBARD ZODIAC RIGID EXPLORER 730DB • 2003 ARGO CONQUEST • 2002 TRAILTECH SM3 • 1999 ARCTIC CAT MOUNTAIN CAT 580 • 1997 FLEETWOOD BOUNDER • 1994 CAMPION ALLANTE 160 2H59234 • 1986 VANGUARD STARFIRE LXT BOAT • 1981 VANGUARD VANDURA MV225SCC • *MORE VEHICLES ARRIVING DAILY! SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS*

CONSIGN TODAY! VISIT www.auctions.ca FOR INFORMATION

GARY HANNA AUCTIONS 780.440.1075 • 11303-YELLOWHEAD TRAIL NW, EDMONTON, AB

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• BACHELOR SUITE available June 1 • ONE BEDROOM SUITE available June 1 UTILITIES INCLUDED Phone 403-790-6011 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 PONOKA newly reno’d 2 bdrm. 1 1/2 bath, clean quiet building, no pets, balcony $695/mo. plus utils, avail. Apr. 1, 403-348-6594

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

403-357-0287

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Manufactured Homes

ONLY TWO HOMES left for our Spring Blowout.

Fantastic pricing. Call us for the details. Marg at Craigs Home Sales in Lethbridge wants to help get you into one of our clearance homes or find one to suit your needs.

1-855-380-2266.

THE HEART of Every Home is in its Kitchen.

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.

Buildings For Sale

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LOOKING FOR a shop?

Post Frame Buildings.

AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan.afab@gmail.com.

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.

VETERINARY SERVICES

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

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

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

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LEAKY BASEMENT? Derek Wallace 587-340-2830 1-800-587-7325 www.edmontonwisecracks.com

“Professional cost effective solutions for wet basements�

Serving Ponoka & Area F R E E E S T I M AT E S

PLUMBING

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING • JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER REQUIRED

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

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

Houses For Sale

We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts

Public Notice #6000

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

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

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

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

DO YOUR PART

RECYCLE

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICE

YOUR

PAPER!

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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.

4090

Manufactured Homes

1980 14’ x 68’ SAFEWAY Canadiana, 2 bdrm., fridge, stove, washer, dryer, in the Rimbey mobile park. Immd. possession. $35,000. 1-780-465-7107

4015 4419-50 Avenue Mirror, AB This home has 4 bedroom, main floor laundry, and large family room with walk out to a great back yard space. Open concept kitchen and dinning room, looks into a living room that features a woodburning fireplace. This is a great family home.

Open house

May 23, 2-5 p.m.

Marie Muddle 403-443-1450 Michelle Simpson 403-318-1594

• Water wells drilled • Water wells serviced 403-783-2220 WEBSITE@DARCYSDRILLING.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

IRRIGATION

Ponoka Irrigation Supplies & Service * NEW INSTALL * REPAIR * MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS * SALES & SUPPLIES TO ALL MODELS

403-783-1944 aspartxrick@gmail.com

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

0% IS BACK! 0% FINANCING ON ALL NEW F250 & F350 FOR 72 MONTHS

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PUSH, PULL OR DRAG YOUR CLUNKER IN FOR UP TO

$2500 OFF 2015 FORD F350 XLT CREW, DIESEL T0640

2015 FORD F250 XLT WESTERN EDITION 6.2L T0845

MSRP $66889

MSRP $53574

LEGACY MARKDOWN

$46994

LEGACY MARKDOWN

2014 FORD F350 KING RANCH CREW, DIESEL, FULL LOAD,

$51900

2015 FORD F350 LARIAT CREW, DIESEL T0674

DEALER DEMO

T0469

MSRP $82619

$62900

MSRP $76629

OR $369 BW @ 84MTHS

OR $313 BW @ 84MTHS

LEGACY MARKDOWN

2015 FORD F350 LARIAT DIESEL T0695

LEGACY MARKDOWN

OR $430 BW @ 84MTHS

2015 FORD F350 LARIAT PLATINUM DUALLY, DIESEL T0899

MSRP $78859

LEGACY MARKDOWN

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$63022

OR $440 BW @ 84MTHS

OR $449 BW @ 84MTHS

$61089

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If the Legacy Markdown isn’t on it ... you probably paid too much!

2015 F150 SUPERCAB XLT 4X4 5.0L T1064 | MSRP $48769

2015 F150 SUPERCREW XTR PKG 3.5L T0915 | MSRP $50819

2015 F150 SUPERCREW XTR PKG MAX TOW | T1065 | MSRP $54909

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2015 F150 SUPERCREW LARIAT ECO BOOST MAX TOW | T1158 MSRP $64099

2015 F150 SUPERCREW PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY PKG 5.0L | T1003 MSRP $72899

2015 F150 SUPERCREW PLATINUM ECO BOOST MAX TOW LOADED | T1149 MSRP $73639

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