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Along with burgers, smokies and dessert, attendees could visit with the information vendors, face painting was available and a short speech about Fort McMurray relief aid was made.

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Millet Food Bank acting as donation hub

BY STU SALKELD THE PIPESTONE FLYER Those in the Millet, County of Wetaskiwin or Leduc County area who wish to help victims of the horrifying Fort McMurray wildfire can drop donations off right at a local service provider.

The Millet Food Bank has stepped forward to volunteer as a collection hub for certain donations for victims of what could be one of the costliest and most destructive natural disasters in Canadian history.

Food bank executive director Debbie Herman said the food bank is accepting cash donations, food donations and other supplies.

She said the best option to help people who’ve lost their homes and possessions is to simply donate cash. “They are encouraging money right now at this time,” said Herman May 5.

Herman said Millet is also accepting food donations, which are in great demand, and other supplies like baby supplies and

toiletries.

On May 7 Alberta Food Banks launched an emergency food drive so people can easily donate the food needed to support the vic-

tims of the Fort McMurray wildfire.

Visit www.FeedAlberta. com to purchase food you want to donate and it will be delivered on your be-

half directly to the food banks that are providing support to the displaced Fort McMurray residents.

Since the evacuation of Fort McMurray on Tuesday

afternoon, Alberta Food Banks, with the Calgary and Edmonton food banks, has been working closely with members of its provincial network to support

the tens of thousands of displaced residents.

Alberta Food Banks is using Amp Your Good’s online food drive system which enables people to donate food items specifically requested by food banks. The emergency food drive is designed to gather large quantities of fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of non-perishable staples.

The provincial association is currently coordinating food shipments to food banks in several Alberta communities helping fire evacuees – Lac La Biche, Athabasca and Boyle – but is also poised to assist food banks in St. Albert, Leduc, and Parkland County, where they are awaiting the potential arrival of more evacuees.

Herman said those interested in donating can contact her by calling 780387-2214 or emailing milletfoodbank@gmail.com.

The food bank is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for dropoffs.

Edmonton vs LC Regional Infrastructure Funding

BY AMELIA NAISMITH THE PIPESTONE FLYER Misleading comments made by Edmonton mayor Don Iveson April 25 regarding Leduc County’s commitments to regional infrastructure funding have already been smoothed over by the two mayors of the municipalities.

Iveson’s comments as reported by the Edmonton Metro insinuated Leduc County was not contributing to regional infrastructure, leading the county to release its own statement on May 2 saying the comments made were indeed misleading and Leduc County reconfirmed its commitment to supporting regional transportation infrastructure.

“I think his comments were taken a little bit out of context,” said Leduc County mayor John Whaley. “I’ve talked with him since then and that is correct.”

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as a base point. “Which is as far from the truth as you can get, and he knows that,” said Whaley.

The May 2 press release states, “By solely focusing on the 41st Avenue interchange project, one only sees a mere snapshot of the larger regional transportation infrastructure network…An interchange is but one piece — albeit an important piece — of the puzzle, and Leduc County is committed to supporting the whole regional transportation network, through complementary and connecting road infrastructure projects.”

When the 41st Avenue interchange project started with Edmonton’s previous mayor it was classified as provincial infrastructure. Leduc County uses funds put in off-site levies to fund development. “Those off-site levies cannot be used for provincial infrastructure.”

However, Leduc County remains active by funding complimentary infrastructure that connects and compliments the areas surrounding the 41st Avenue interchange. “We spent hundreds of thousands of dollars, but that was on the road network,” said Whaley.

Ewing Trail, a section of road that connects the 41st Avenue interchange to Nisku Spine Road leading south into Leduc, was originally planned as a two-lane road while the 41st Avenue interchange and Nisku Spine Road were both four-lane. In order to ensure Ewing Trail would also be four lanes Leduc County contributed $100,000 to the project based on estimates given by the City of Edmonton.

“Otherwise the intersection would fail,” said Whaley.

Late last year Leduc County opened the first phase of Nisku Spine Road. It is estimated to cost $73 million while the entire project is $220 million.

“Leduc County has planned for and contributed to these regional infrastructure projects, as we believe this road infrastructure is critical to efficiently moving people, goods and services throughout the entire region — regardless of municipal borders,” said Whaley in the press statement.

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Letters to the Editor Policy The Pipestone Flyer welcomes letters to the Editor, especially those dealing with topical or local issues.

Letters should be a maximum of 500 words in length and must include the writer’s name, address and phone number. Address and phone number will not be printed and will be used solely for contacting the writer if clarification or follow up is required. This newspaper reserves the right to edit letters for length, legal considerations or to reject letters of inappropriate nature. Deadline is noon the Friday prior to the upcoming issue date.

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Best ways to help Fort McMurray

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The disaster in Fort McMurray is encouraging an outpouring of concern and offers to help from people across the province and country. People want to help but aren’t being realistic about how to help.

For instance, donating a truckload of bottled water is generous, but how’s it going to get to Fort McMurray? Who’s going to pay for the fuel? Who’s going to unload it when it gets there? Where’s it going to be stored until needed? With damage to the airport and the road system, large loads of goods will have to sit on

roadsides or in warehouses until logistics allow delivery.

The best way to help for now is to donate to the Canadian Red Cross, a reputable organization that provides tax deductible receipts for donations and has a transparent organization. Go online at www. redcross.ca.fort-mcmurray-fires and click the Fort McMurray wildfire link or call 1-800-418-1111.

Readers can also go through The Pipestone Flyer’s parent company Black Press. You can donate as little as $5 by clicking on the donate button at Black Press Supports Fort McMurray Relief Efforts at www.blackpress4good. com/blackpress4fortmac.

The management and staff of The Pipestone Flyer extend heartfelt support for all those affected by the catastrophic fires, and all those risking their lives fighting the wildfires.

Firesmart is the smart plan Anyone watching TV coverage of the Fort McMurray wildfires certainly feels

two things quickly: first, empathy for those who’ve lost their homes and businesses, and, secondly, the feeling of “What would I do if that was me?”

For years the provincial government has championed the Firesmart philosophy and programs, fairly simple, easy ways that government and landowners can prevent or lessen the effects of wildfires in communities.

Firesmart principles are important for any region in Alberta, including the counties of Leduc and Wetaskiwin. Wildfires like the one in Fort McMurray could happen here.

Firesmart involves some simple questions, like “Is your property located in or next to a forested area?

Does your land have large dry grasslands nearby?

Is it practical to evacuate your animals should the need arise?”

Some immediate factors a home or farm owner should consider include roofs that resist fire, a spark arrester on your chimney, keep your gutters

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Not happy about untaxed property Dear editor, As a County of Wetaskiwin taxpayer for 37 years I had concerns with a problem that I read about in the newspaper. The Dickau family spoke to council and asked to be rebated taxes paid on a tower on their property, while many others had never been taxed. How could they miss this for 19 years? Each one of those towers should have had a development permit, so the county had a record that they were there.

Who was watching the dog, so to speak?

Who was in charge? There is a huge staff in the county office, but this escaped everybody’s notice?

We owe a lot to Mrs. Dickau to point this out. I really appreciate her guts for getting up in front of those guys. I’d like to thank Councilor Lyle Seely and supported

by Keith Johnson, Larry McKeever and the reeve (Kathy Rooyakkers) to make the mo-

tion to reimburse the taxpayer.

There is an awful lax bunch of accounting and assessing in the county. What is wrong with this system that took 19 years for it to come forward?

I don’t agree with the comment that $5,200 was not very much money. To me that was a huge mistake. To recommend that it not be rebated to the taxpayer too was wrong.

It was also mentioned that taxpayers are responsible for checking everything on their tax bill. I guess you have to check everything, but that makes you lose a great bit of confidence in the county. The whole issue stinks.

I’d like to see a general audit of every single department there.

From a very concerned taxpayer,

Clarence Claerhout, County of Wetaskiwin

clean, ensure vents are operating properly, side your home with fire resistant material, consider double-pane windows, use fire rated doors, sheath the bottom of decks and remember fences and boardwalks create a path for fire to reach your home.

More info about Firesmart is available online at http://wildfire. alberta.ca/fire-smart/ documents/FireSmartHomeOwnersManualJun2015.pdf, or at most provincial government offices.

Childish insults If you’re like the writer of this editorial, you no doubt have as little contact with “social media” as possible. In all fairness to people who can’t get enough Facebook, Twitter and Instagram as possible, it just seems like those media are used to brag, insult or gossip about people.

Should readers be surprised, then, that people like former Lethbridge NDP candidate Tom Moffatt and videogame TV nerd Blake Siefken made insensitive and offensive

comments on Twitter July 5 about the Fort McMurray fire. Moffatt, who works for taxpayers as an employee of the Town of Taber, and Siefken, a grown man who makes a living off videogames, made comments to the effect that global warming is causing the wildfire, global warming is caused by the oil and gas industry and Fort McMurray is the oil and gas industry headquarters and, lastly, that everyone in Fort McMurray is getting what they had coming to them. Apparently, before global warming occurred there were never any forest fires.

Literally within minutes Moffat and Siefken were backtracking like crazy, making cardboard apologies and stating for the record something to the effect, “ My offensive comments were never intended to give offense. Sorry.”

Please, all you Tom Moffatts and Blake Siefkens out there, if you cannot say anything nice or supportive, say nothing at all.

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Opinion They want your info, and they want it NOW A few years back former Prime Minister Stephen Harper seemed obsessed with getting rid of the mandatory long census form or, at least, relegating it to an optional or volunteer form. In essence, the long form is a detailed, probing, invasive set of questions from Stats Canada for individual Canadian citizens to answer, the purpose of which was never exactly clear. In the past, the long form was mandatory; if you were one of the 30 per cent of Canadians who received it, you were required to fill it out. Or else.

Harper seemed to take a page from the libertarian handbook…that is, the more you try to force people to do something, the more they resist.

In 2012 Harper was quoted by the Canadian Press as saying, “This has detailed personal information that is being sought by the government. I know some Canadians will have some reluctance to provide that and I know some people think the appropriate way to deal with that is through prosecuting those individuals with fines and jail terms. This government will not do that. In this day and age, that is not an appropriate way to get

the public’s co-operation.” like phoning Hollywood Harper’s government Justin and telling him to didn’t eliminate the long shove his census and his form. They simply changed attitude right up Stats the status of it from, “Fill Canada’s inbox. this out or your governI’m a citizen and taxpayer ment will throw you in jail” of this country and I will to “Please fill this out if you be treated with respect. The have time, it will help your fact that I got unsolicited country.” mail that said “YOU’LL DO This past week Liberal THIS OR ELSE” really helps Prime Minister Justin critics of the federal governTrudeau’s government ment and the civil servant

BY STU SALKELD brought back the mandatoculture. It reinforces what THE PIPESTONE FLYER ry long form census, coma lot of critics say about the plete with fines and jail time for Canadian federal government, especially a federal citizens who want their privacy. I don’t government based in eastern Canada, far think it’s difficult to tell what the feds away from Alberta and its citizens. have in store for us judging by the census Stats Canada swears up and down the form I got in the mail this past week. Right information in the long census is urgently on the front of the envelope is the state- required, and it asks questions like “How far do you drive to work everyday?” Maybe ment, “Complete the census-it’s the law.”

Apparently the wags and bureaucrats that’s important, maybe it’s not. Personally, who felt the long census was vitally im- I feel it should be optional; I shouldn’t portant neglected to attend the “good morally be forced to answer these private manners” class in Ottawa. Have you ever questions. It should be my choice. of the word “Please?” You know, after Here’s a sample question: “What were reading that statement on the front I felt the ethnic or cultural origins of this per-

son’s ancestors? An ancestor is usually more distant than a grandparent. For example, Canadian, English, Chinese, French, East Indian, Italian, German, Scottish, Cree, Mi’kmaq, Salish, Métis, Inuit, Filipino, Irish, Dutch, Ukrainian, Polish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Korean, Jamaican, Greek, Iranian, Lebanese, Mexican, Somali, Colombian, etc.” What about the Norwegians? Sheesh, just no respect at all.

Fear not, I’m a law-abiding citizen and I will fill out my census and mail it back to Ottawa using Canada Post. Canada Post is obligated to ensure my mail is delivered without fail. It’s the law.

The funny thing about this entire “long census form” manufactroversy is that after it became mandatory again May 2, we’re told that Stats Canada’s website crashed from the number of people clicking on.

If there’s that much interest, I seriously doubt whether being mandatory or not would make any difference.

Stu Salkeld is the new editor of The Pipestone Flyer and writes a regular column for the paper.

Sometimes council needs less haste Liquid Transloading Inc. has gained approval of Leduc County council to rezone land from agriculture to industrial agriculture resource to expand, and the neighbours who live in the area are not happy. But they have more to be concerned about than a re-zoning at council’s April 12 and 26 meetings.

Resident’s concerns about Liquid Transloading expanding operations include noise pollution, odors, industrial and fire emergencies, property values and quality of life.

Once the rezoning was given third reading it was easy to see the residents who had spoken so vehemently against the action were angry and dismayed it passed. Deputy mayor Tanni Doblanko and Coun. Rick Smith were not in favor of giving three readings to the rezoning but their peers were.

As soon as council finished hearing Liquid Transloading’s application it should have been tabled for later or defeated with a chance of an appeal at a later date. Why? According to Doblanko, Liquid Transloading’s presentation was incomplete. During the public hearing held April 12, the applicant stated one of the

passed the first and second goals of the rezoning and readings and therefore was expansion was to cut down not allowed to be a part the amount of noise resiof the April 26 meeting. dents were experiencing, Smith, in light of the petiespecially at night. During tion and the city’s informathe same presentation the tion, wanted to rescind the applicant stated Liquid second reading and reopen Transloading does not conthe public hearing. This trol when CP Rail drops off also would have allowed rail cars at his site.

Whaley to be a part of proHe also said it would be a cess, giving the matter the minimum of three to four clout of a full council. That years before a shunter could

BY AMELIA NAISMITH idea was defeated by the be purchased to help elimiTHE PIPESTONE FLYER majority. nate some of the noise.

How can council make an educated It’s baffling how the councillors who voted in favor of the rezoning can walk decision of this magnitude if some admit away feeling they did their due diligence not all their questions had been anon a matter so adversely affecting the swered?

The purpose of a public hearing for lives of so many who live in the area when it was revealed to them they had a rezoning is to decide whether or not not yet heard all of the pertinent informa- the proposed use is truly best for the land. Leduc County is in the middle cretion relating to the matter.

Rules state no new information can be ating a draft agricultural strategic plan brought to council once a public hearing and still pushed the rezoning for Liquid is closed. However, council had a chance Transloading through. Within the Leduc to reopen the hearing but the majority County Planning For Our Future Municipal Development Plan Update What We voted against it.

Mayor John Whaley was not present for Heard Report: Phase Two it states under the original public hearing when council the agriculture section, “Preservation of

agriculture is a top priority. Residents would like to minimize subdivision and fragmentation of rural lands and direct new growth to hamlets and locales where infrastructure already exists. Within this topic area, cost of land is the number one issue with conflict with non-agricultural residents a close second. Residents are also extremely concerned about wanting to preserve valuable agricultural land.”

The industrial section reads, “Residents recognize the need for industrial uses to maintain the tax base but feel it needs to be directed to areas of existing development or business parks.” Approving this recent rezoning application flies in the face of those ideals.

In this situation some councillors didn’t appear to take advantage of opportunities and options presented to them that could have painted the entire picture of this application.

Again and again Doblanko and Smith stated approving the rezoning at this time was not the best decision. Residents are going to have to hope those two councilors were wrong.

Amelia Naismith is the new reporter for The Pipestone Flyer. She writes a regular column for the paper.

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Leduc County rejects Wetaskiwin County solar power project adds support to participation Wetaskiwin Air Show

BY AMELIA NAISMITH THE PIPESTONE FLYER Leduc County council declined an opportunity to partake in the Alberta Municipal Solar Program (AMSP) at its April 26 council meeting.

The county’s options, other than declining, were to invest $347,900 in a solar system and apply for a $55,470 grant from the AMSP program or invest $141,900 in a solar system and then apply to receive a $22,624 grant from the AMSP program. Both options have a payback timeline of approximately nine years.

Mayor John Whaley and Coun. Rick Smith voted in favour of option two but it was denied with a majority vote.

Whaley says he voted in favor of the investment

Councilor Glen Belozer so the county could pilot a project and see in real time how it would work for the municipality. “Leduc County is not into solar yet and I think it’s about time we pilot something,” said Smith.

Coun. Glen Belozer was not convinced the solar panels would be able to withstand Alberta weath-

er, such as hail. He also questioned how snow would affect them and Garret Broadbent, director of agricultural services, says they would not even be swept free of snow because they generated less power in the winter anyway.

“Just because everybody’s doing it and getting on board doesn’t mean we should get on board,” said Coun. Tanni Doblanko, who explained she cannot justify spending tax dollars on something with such a long payback period.

“I appreciate this is the flavor of the day,” she added.

Coun. Audrey Kelto feels council should hold off because one of the third largest tax bases in the county is coal mining. “I would like to be the last one on board.”

The services are: participating in the air show Emergency Response Team by appointing Wetaskiwin County is Mike Zajac, county diproviding a variety of rector of emergency services in kind as a way services, as the county to support the re-estabrepresentative; provide lished Wetaskiwin Air a loader on standby at Show. the county administraThe air show has been tion building for rescue on hiatus since 2012 but services; provide a water this year is being held truck and operator; open mid-week on a July 20 an emergency co-ordito try to re-build the air nation centre at the show in a smaller setcounty administration ting.

Coun. Larry McKeever building; provide assis“I would like to see tance from the commuit succeed,” said Coun.

Larry McKeever, at council’s April 26 nity peace officer, based on their availability. meeting.

As it has in the past, the Wetaskiwin The services will be in effect both July Air Show Society is relying heavily on 19 and 20 — during the show and the community support and sponsorship previous day for the private practice run. to get the event off the ground. In past The county also approved setting up years the county has given financial temporary road closures for the show support as well as services but this to keep people from watching the show year the organization is providing a in dangerous areas or private land. series of services at no cost to the “We’ve dealt with this before,” said Wetaskiwin Air Show Society.

CAO Frank Coutney.

BY AMELIA NAISMITH THE PIPESTONE FLYER

Community Calendar PROVIDED COURTESY OF THE LEDUC WETASKIWIN PIPESTONE FLYER

CURRENT COMMUNITY EVENTS

May 17, 2016 at 7:00 pm

June 5, 2016 at 10:30 am

June 25, 2016 at 10:00 am

Wetaskiwin Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church’s (Rolly View) annual Cemetery Service.

Glory Daze/Show and Shine /Garage Sale/Food & Fun

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 5410 – 36 Ave, Wetaskiwin. Call 780.352.3858 or 780.352.2150 for more information

Also, 120th anniversary celebration luncheon after service.

Everyone welcome.

At the Rolly View Hall. Proceeds to Mulhurst Church Camp.

Everyone Welcome. Phone Fay at 780.986.6386 or Helen at 780.986.8314.

ONGOING COMMUNITY EVENTS Mondays • Millet Ag Meeting, 2nd Monday @ 7:30pm @ Millet Agriplex. Info: 780-352-5578.

• Millet Lions Club Meeting, 1st & 3rd Monday @ 7pm @ Millet Lions Hall.

• Wetaskiwin Council Meeting, 2nd & 4th Monday @ 4pm @ City Hall 3rd floor.

• Millet & District Arts & Crafts quilting from 1 – 3pm.

• Millet & District Historical Society monthly meeting last Monday @ 1pm.

• Town Square monthly meeting 4th Monday @ 7pm. Info: 780-387-4554.

• Wetaskiwin Quilters Group meets Mondays.

Info: 780-352-7436 or 780-352-9901.

• Adult Floor Curling 1 – 3:30pm Millet Community Hall. Call Pat @ 780-387-5306.

Tuesdays • Millet Fish & Game 1st Tuesday @ 7pm @ Fish & Game Hall.

• Millet & District Arts & Crafts monthly meeting 4th Tues. @ 7:15pm.

• Millet & District Arts & Crafts @ 7pm for multi crafts.

• Communities in Bloom monthly meeting 2nd Tues @ 7:30pm. Info: 780-387-5766.

• Senior Citizens of Millet & District Cribbage 2nd Tues from 1-3pm.

• Millet Public Library board meeting 2nd Tues. Info: 780-387-5222.

• Summer Reading Club:July 8-August 12: @ Millet Public Library: 780-387-5222.

• Burnt Wood 06 Metis local monthly meeting every 3rd Tuesday in the basement of the Moose Lodge. Info: 361-6019 or 312-7443.

• Rhyming Tots 9:30am - 10:30am at The Early Eduction & Family Wellness Centre.

1:30pm - 2:30pm at Parent Link.

Phone 780-352-7257 for more information.

Wednesdays • Calmar Legion Bingo Night at 7:00pm.

Children welcome but must be supervised.

• Preschool & toddler story time @ 10:30am @ Millet Public Library.

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch #229 Monthly Meeting 2nd Wed @ 7pm.

Info: 780-387-5335.

• Senior Citizens of Millet & District monthly Potluck & Meeting last Wed @ noon.

Info: 780-387-4028.

• Devon Music Jam & Dance.

Every 4th Wednesday at 7pm.

Devon Pioneer 73 Club.

For more info: 780-987-2093.

Thursdays • Lego club @ 3:30pm @ Millet Public Library.

• Millet & District Arts & Crafts Weaving from 9:30 - 11:30am.

• Millet Public Library Friends Meeting 3rd Thurs. Info: 780-387-5222.

Fridays • Millet Lions Club Meeting Open House every Friday @ 7pm @ Millet Lions Club.

• Make & Take Crafts @ 12:30pm @ Millet Public Library.

Saturdays • Make & Take Crafts @ 12:30pm @ Millet Public Library.

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch #229 Open House from 4pm – 11pm.

Note: This space is reserved for registered, non-profit charities and non-profit community events. We will publish these events for at least the 2 publication weeks prior to the event, it submitted in time and if space allows. This space is NOT for advertising paid events.

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Grass fire season has arrived SUBMITTED BY NICOLE JOHNSON-MINDE MASKWACIS ERMINESKIN FIRST NATION EDITOR (From the April Ermineskin newsletter) Ermineskin Fire and Disaster Services reported that a huge increase in fires were a concern in the last three weeks this April.

In result of little snow this past winter; it is an early start to the “grass fire season” and dry record breaking weather conditions are a factor for the high demand of their firefighting expertise. Startling news about a fire that broke out near Kisipatnahk School had Ermineskin fire crew extinguishing shifty flames on April 18. Prior to the fire Monday, the crew of 16 firefighters had managed to put out a garbage blaze that went out of control in Pigeon Lake.

“We got the call at 11:26 a.m. regarding the Forty Acres in Louis Bull,” Richard Coyote, Deputy of Disaster Services told. “It seems to have been intentionally set but no one saw the individual. It was discovered to have been set in the middle of a field.

There were six houses in that section. It jumped the road and that’s when it entered into Louis Bull, almost reaching the school, causing an evacuation,” he explained.

Although the Ermineskin fire crew have the capability to put out fires like this one, the windy conditions made it impossible to catch a shifty fire.

Supports from Ponoka and Wetaskiwin were called to assist with the fire in Louis

On left is the aftermath of a grass fire in Louis Bull that left fields full of ashes and small hot spots April 19. On right is Ermineskin Fire and Disaster Crew.

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Bull. All pumper trucks had to be utilized.

“It gets pretty tiring,” Richard expressed, sharing that within two days the crew had been out fighting for approximately 12 hours. “Staying hydrated and working as a team works for us. We had the trucks running the water lines, putting out the fires, and others that put out hot spots.”

Grass fires are a scare when they come close to flaring up a home.

Ermineskin Fire and Disaster Services have the largest fire crew in Maskwacis who are on-

call at their fire hall.

“We always have someone here 24 hours to answer the calls during grass fire season.” Richard went on. “In 2013 in the same location, we put out a fire like this where we had to evacuate.” He remembered sharing experiences about past fires in Maskwacis like the Four Nation fires in 2009, and a big Pigeon Lake fire in 2011. Currently the hardworking crew has 16 permanent staff and volunteers on call.

Summer months haven’t arrived yet and a Four Nation Fire Ban was already issued following the

recent grass fires.

“Usually in the spring we average about 200 calls but just within these three weeks, there were already 130.” Richard exclaimed.

“But, it is our job, and saving homes is most important. I highly commend the staff here. They do their jobs professionally and the best they can,” he acknowledged.

Overall we are lucky to have the services provided by the fire crew, they definitely should be proud. They have proven their purpose by working long hours to protect our homes, schools and the

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In tough economic times, keep in touch with your bank

BY STU SALKELD THE PIPESTONE FLYER As the plunge in oil prices continues with no end in sight, many Wetaskiwin and Leduc county residents who work in the oil patch face serious financial questions.

As first line and second line oil patch employers face tough choices, many in this region are going to lose their jobs or face serious cuts to their hours, if they haven’t already been forced into these situations.

It’s probably little consolation for those to be told “This isn’t going to last forever.

The oil patch will recover.” But keep in mind financial difficulties have financial options connected to them; some options are obvious, some less so.

The Pipestone Flyer contacted two financial institutions which have large rural customers bases, Encompass Credit Union in Wetaskiwin and Servus Credit Union in Leduc, and asked what advice they have for oil patch families facing severe financial difficulties amidst job reductions or job losses.

Servus Credit Union Assistant Branch Manager in Leduc Tracy Northrup said the slumping oil patch is obviously causing problems for some clients and members. “We’re seeing it on a daily basis,” said Northrup by phone Apr. 27.

“We truly do care. We want to help people with their financial stresses.”

Northrup said those who work in jobs directly or indirectly affected by the oil slump can see their expenses remain

the same, while their income drops if their hours are cut. “I can’t stress enough how important it is for them to stay in contact with their financial advisor,” said Northrup.

“We have great working relationships with our external partners, like CMHC, so they’re willing to work with us with mortgage payments,” she said, noting staff can also help clients with a financial plan to adapt to the slump.

Northrup said clients could also consider restructuring their debt load to make it a bit more manageable. She noted that many people carry more than one credit card, so it’s a good idea to keep in touch with credit card companies if you know your work hours are being cut.

She also suggested employees check their benefits or health plans, many of which have resources available to help people with financial stress until the economy turns around.

“We’re going to come out of this,” she said. “We just don’t know when.”

Encompass Credit Union Robert Camp, VP Operations with Encompass Credit Union understands that homeowners can experience temporary financial difficulties as the result of an unexpected life event he stated in a press release.

“We help provide solutions that can suit their particular financial situation,” said Camp. “The first key to providing meaningful solutions is to communicate with us at as early a stage as possible. Secondly, have a plan that is well thought out. You know your situation the best.”

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Servus Credit Union states, when facing financial uncertainty, clients should remain in close contact with their financial institution.

Photo by Stu Salkeld

Encompass Credit Union states the first key to providing meaningful solutions is to communicate with the financial institution at as early a stage as possible.

Photo by Stu Salkeld

when you are faced with the loss of a job due to layoff, sickness or just plain bad luck, should be to one of our lending professionals. Early intervention and not avoiding creditors are keys to successfully navigating through these difficult times.

Some of the options that we might consider for you, depending on your particular situation are: Restructure existing debt to suit your budget, sell unnecessary excess assets to reduce debt, if applicable/possible seek alternate employment or job training, supplement your income through a second job, consider offering additional collateral to existing debt to reduce interest costs and defer or skip a payment.

“Losing your job, dealing with family or health issues and not being able to meet your commitments is a stressful time,” said Camp.

“If you happen to be one of those individuals who have recently been negative-

ly affected in some way by the current economy, then the sooner you call a lending professional and work with them the sooner you can work out an action plan together. This can help restore peace of mind and save you money,” said Camp.

Camp explains it can feel like you are alone as you face this economic future.

But, you’re not. Financial institutions like Encompass Credit Union offer proactive alternatives available to all individuals with mortgage debt, and recommends considering loss of employment insurance and or disability insurance. “These insurance solutions can help protect your home in times when those unexpected life events happen,” said Camp.

“Remember the economy is always changing, but our goal is to restore peace of mind and cost effective alternatives to help you navigate through the present economic dilemma,” said Camp.

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The Millet Minor Ball teams proudly displayed their new uniforms May 7.

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Millet Minor ball shows off new uniforms, runs bottle drive May 7 SUBMITTED BY MILLET MINOR BALL This past Saturday, May 7th, players, coaches and families of Millet Minor Baseball gathered at the ball fields in Millet.

Initially for team pictures with our brand new uniforms but then followed by their second annual bottle drive in the town of Millet. With the Fort McMurray fire disaster, the MMB board decided that 50 per cent of the bottle drive would go to the Fort McMurray Oil Giants minor baseball association of Fort McMurray. Baseball Alberta is also going to match our contribution.

It was so awesome to see our kids working so hard to help kids that won’t be able to play ball this year and have lost everything.

Everyone really worked hard and pitched in.

Millet Minor Baseball would like to thank the following for helping us achieve our goal of getting new uniforms. It had been many years and we often heard parents say they wore the same uniforms that their children were wearing. It was definitely

time.

The following are sponsors and donations we received in our 2015 season: McConnell Building Movers, Dee’s Pink Steel, Millet Liquor Store ‘n’ More, Evolution Sporting Goods, World Financial Group, Millet Ag Society, Millet Lions Club, Town of Millet, Fair Game Ball Team, SPN Amp’t Ball

Team, Falun Bottle Depot, Millet Legion, residents of Millet who graciously donated their bottles and all the coaches, players, and parents and all who volunteered their time.

Come out and watch our players shine in their new uniforms MondayThursday at the Millet ball diamonds.

After getting their new uniforms, the Millet Minor Ball teams held a bottle drive May 7.

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Residents chow down on barbecued burgers at the County of Wetaskiwin’s open house on May 6.

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Falun 4-H East Beef Club update

BY MONTANA HARDEN CLUB REPORTER Spring is upon us, and the Falun 4-H East Beef members have sprung into action.

With public speaking finished, members have focused their attention onto their 4-H projects. Last week, members took part in their mini show.

This gave young and older members the chance to really see where they were with their animals. We would like to thank Richardson Pioneer for sponsoring this event, as well as Bobbi Gayle for being a mentor to the members and showing them techniques in clipping as well as in leading their animals.

Now that mini show has ended, members are making

sure to put even more effort into their projects to ensure a successful year at show and sale day. However, show and sale day could not be successful without all of the buyers and sponsors at our events.

Our club is very thankful for our generous buyers and hope to see new and old faces at our show and sale day on May 9.

However, before May 9, members are busy at work with events such as highway clean-up, an annual event that everyone is familiar with.

Shortly before show and sale members of the Falun 4-H East Beef club will be cleaning the ditches of Highway 13.

As the motto goes, members must learn to do by doing.

What better way to learn about how to preserve our environment than taking the steps to do so such as keeping our world clean? It might only be one section of a highway but with so many clubs involved it really does make an impact on our club, our community and our country.

Following this event the club will be setting up the barns for the show and sale.

The season has come so fast and members could not have done it without their parents and Club Leaders. We all hope to see you on May 9 to come support a great club and perhaps even purchase some top quality beef.

Last week, members took part in their mini show. This gave young and older members the chance to really see where they were with their animals.

Rosebrier 4-H Beef Club report SUBMITTED BY LANE BOEVE CLUB REPORTER The past few months have flown by, maybe because of our early spring.

Just a little update….. spring has been busy for all of our members getting their 4-H projects ready for our upcoming big day.

On April 17, all the members went out to the Gussie feedlot to participate in our Mini Royal. You are probably wondering what is Mini Royal…well it is an afternoon where all our members bring their projects (steers and/ or heifers) and do a practice run for the Show and Sale. This year we asked two

4-H alumni members, Ashley Berkholtz and Rachelle Lambrecht so they could give us some advice and tips on showing our projects. They showed us how to groom and trim up our projects as well as how to show our projects in the ring. They gave us lots of great tips. It was nice to see everyone’s projects and

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see how much they have all grown since our calf tour which was held on March 20.

Once we were all done, the Gussie family provided us all with cookies and juice. It was a very hot day and we all had lots fun and learned lots.

Our big day is coming up on May 9 at the Wetaskiwin Ag Grounds. Everyone is welcome to attend and see what the show and sale is all about. We thank all of our parents, sponsors, and buyers for always making our show and sale day such a success.

Winfield and District 4-H Beef Club SUBMITTED BY NICOLE GROENEVELD CLUB REPORTER It’s show time!

Everyone is getting ready and practicing up for the annual show and sale. Our first mini show of the year was in April and everyone’s calves looked nice and fat. We also had a clipping demonstration to follow the mini show. Our next mini show is May 7, and we will also have a

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We have been selling Panago Pizza coupons for $10 each. If you would like to support the Winfield Beef Club you can contact one of the members to buy a coupon. The show and sale date is May 15, a Sunday, and May the16, a Monday, at the new Rimbey Agriplex arena.

If you want come and watch our show, we will be showing both Monday and Sunday. On Sunday, the showing starts at 12 noon, on Monday showing starts at 9 a.m. If you would like to perhaps buy a calf you can come to our sale on May 16. Supper is at 5 p.m. and the sale is at 7 p.m.

Hope to see you there!

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE FOLLOWING DEVELOPMENT PERMIT(S) FOR THE PROPOSED USE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH BY-LAW 95/54, LAND USE BY-LAW OF THE COUNTY OF WETASKIWIN NO. 10.

Development Permit # D16/089 MOVED IN USED TWO STOREY (1980) DWELLING: SE 5-46-22-W4M. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 1.3 (a) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

Development Permit #D16/030 GRAVEL STOCKPILE AND PROCESSING: NE 1-45-28-W4M. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 1.3 (l) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

Development Permit #D16/088 10’ x 12’ Storage Shed: NW 11-46-1-W5M Plan 0120899 Lot 1. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 9.3 (k) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

Development Permit #D16/092 8’ x 40’ SEA CAN: SW 27-46-6-W5M Plan 7822965 Block 2 Lot 11. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 6.6 (a) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

Development Permit #D16/051 Recreational Vehicle Use, Two (2) Detached Decks, and 10’ x 20’ Shed: SW 25-45-1-W5M Plan 1424259 Block 2 Lot 32. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 9.3 (a) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

Development Permit #D16/090 Recreational Vehicle Use, Detached Addition, Deck and Shed (12’x 10’): SW 25-45-1-W5M Plan 1424259 Block 4 Lot 31. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 9.3 (a) & 9.5 (c) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

Development Permit #D16/098 Recreational Vehicle Use, Detached Add-on Rooms (14’ x 30’ & 10’ x 10’), Detached Deck (44’ x 10’) and Shed (10’ x20’): SW 25-45-1-W5M Plan 1424259 Block 4 Lot 5. This is a discretionary use as specified by Section 9.3 (a) & 9.5 (c) of Schedule B, Land Use By-law 94/54, amended by By-Law 15/10.

THE ABOVE NOTED PERMIT(S) SHALL NOT COME INTO EFFECT UNTIL AFTER FOURTEEN (14) DAYS FROM THE FIRST DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION. Any person wishing to review the above application(s) or permit(s) may do so at the County Office during normal business hours.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 686 OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT, ANY PERSONS CLAIMING TO BE AFFECTED BY THIS DECISION MAY SERVE WRITTEN NOTICE OF APPEAL, ALONG WITH PRESCRIBED FEE OF $150.00 TO: FRANK COUTNEY, SECRETARY TO THE DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD COUNTY OF WETASKIWIN NO. 10 P.O. BOX 6960 WETASKIWIN, ALBERTA T9A 2G5 WITHIN FOURTEEN DAYS OF THE FIRST DATE OF THIS NOTICE.

CLEAN BURNABLE WOOD: • Gwynne, Mulhurst Bay, Lakedell, Winfield, Buck Lake Clean Burnable Materials: trees, untreated wood (does not include stumps) E-WASTE: • All transfer stations Televisions - Any Size; Computer Equipment (Computer Monitors - LCD & CRT, CPU’s, Servers, Keyboards, Mouse, Cables, Speakers, Printer/Printer Combinations, Laptop & Notebook Computers).

PAINT: • All transfer stations Interior & Exterior Latex & Alkyd (Oil Based) paints, Porch, Floor & Deck Paints; Interior & Exterior Varnishes & Urethanes, Primers, Undercoats & Water Repellent Sealers, Enamels, Wood Finishing Oils & Stain, Non-Catalyzed & Non-Nitrocellulose Lacquers, Shella, Rust & Decorative Metal Paints, Concrete & Driveway (non-tar based) Paints, Deck & Floor Paints, Fence & Barn Paints, Empty Paint Cans & Pails, Paint Aerosols, Marine Paint (Must not Contain Pesticides). NOTE: Paint must be in original containers.

PAPER: Newspaper Bins: • Millet, Mulhurst Bay, Lakedell West Buck Lake Newspaper and Newspaper flyers only Mixed Paper Bins: • Millet, Mulhurst Bay, Lakedell, West Buck Lake Boxboard (pop & cereal boxes), brown papers and envelopes, catalogs and magazines, construction paper, hardcover, paperback and phone books, wrapping paper, sorted office papers, computer, copier and bonded paper, shredded, white and colored paper, stick or glossy paper, pamphlets.

INVITATION TO TENDER County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Administration Office Building Construction of an Addition/Renovation The County of Wetaskiwin is inviting all interested General Contractors to submit a tender for the work related to the construction of 2,500 sq. ft. of new office space and 1,500 sq. ft. of existing space to be renovated.

Interested Contractors can review drawings and specifications at the County office or have a digital copy of drawings and specifications sent upon request.

Tenders must be submitted in hard copy, sealed and clearly marked with the name of the tender on the outside of the envelope no later than 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2016.

The deadline for any questions or clarifications to be received by email only is 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2016 to the office of PGA Architects, Ltd. office@pgaarch.com.

For further inquiries please contact: Stephen Majek, C.A.F. Director of Agricultural Services 780-361-6226 – Direct | 780-387-6137 – Cell 780-429-0198 – Edmonton Direct | 1-800-661-4125 – Toll Free smajek@county.wetaskiwin.ab.ca County of Wetaskiwin PO Box 6960, Wetaskiwin AB T9A 2G5 It is the Tenderer’s responsibility to perform site visits, review all Contracts and Tender Documents, and discuss scope and constructability issues. Claims for errors or omissions as a result of the Tenderer’s failure in this regard will not be entertained.

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PESTICIDE CHEMICAL CONTAINERS: • Hilgartner, Gwynne, Peace Hills, Mulhurst Bay, Lakedell, Winfield, Buck Lake SCRAP METAL: • Gwynne, Mulhurst Bay, Lakedell, Buck Lake Machinery parts, other large metal objects TIRES: • Gwynne, Mulhurst Bay, Lakedell, Winfield, Buck Lake Passenger vehicles only with the rims removed USED MOTOR OIL: • Peace Hills NewAlta – 469-0392 (9405 50th Street, Edmonton)

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INVITATION TO TENDER. Crown Grazing Lease for sale by tender (SW, NW & NE 30-85-21-W5 and SE & SW 25-85-22-W5, 154 AUMs, 838.3 acres, 20 km north of Peace River on Highway 743). Detailed terms of tender available by emailing dfrank@peacelaw.com.

Deliver tenders marked “WILLIBAR FARMS TENDER” with 5% of tender before Noon, June 10, 2016 to Messner Gelineau, Box 6750, 9913 - 100 Ave., Peace River, AB, T8S 1S5. Closing June 30, 2016. Further information call 780-618-2186.

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DEVELOPMENT OFFICER SUMMER VILLAGES OFFICE AT PIGEON LAKE ALBERTA The Summer Villages Of¿ce is located in MaMe-o Beach at the south-east end of Pigeon Lake.

Our municipal of¿ce provides services for seven beautiful Summer Villages: Argentia Beach, Crystal Springs, Golden Days, Grandview, MaMe-O Beach, Norris Beach and Poplar Bay. The Summer Villages Of¿ce is seeking a motivated, positive individual to ¿ll the part time position of Development Of¿cer.

The Development Of¿cer is responsible for all aspects of development within our seven Summer Villages including the review and issuing of development permits in alignment with the Land Use Bylaws, preparing Compliance Business certi¿cates, reviewing planning documents and Opportunities other related duties.

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Business Opportunities

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20 UNIT MOTEL $750,000. More than just a retirement business. In the heart of Radium Hot Springs. Would consider diesel pusher on trade.

Call Bill 403-947-2427.

CONTROL YOUR FINANCIAL future selling Watkins products. Watkins has provided stability & high income for its associates for over 145 years. Join for less than $50.

1-800-279-6104. Email: watkinse@telusplanet.net.

HIGH PROFIT high cash producing loonie vending machines. All on locations - Turnkey operation, perfect home based business.

Full details call now!

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

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JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free.

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

LIKE to camp? Canyon Creek Golf & Camping, 14 km northeast of Rocky, is looking for a mature, responsible Campground Host. Pls. phone 1-403-845-5001 for details.

PIGEON LAKE POULTRY PROCESSING now hiring laborers, seasonal/F/T, $17./hr. Please contact office at 780-682-3883

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Fencing

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ACRE FENCING Supply & Install CHAIN LINK Residential, Industrial & Commercial.

42 years experience.

Located in Leduc Serving All of Alberta.

780-986-0267

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Fencing

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Services 1290

FENCE WAREHOUSE SUPPLY ONLY Chain link, Wood and Barbed Wire.

Buy Direct From the Manufacturer James @ 780-803-6491, Scott @ 780-668-8940.

Financial

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GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills?

Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.

Start your career!

See Help Wanted

Legal Services

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.

Divorce? Simple. Fast.

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

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

EASY ALBERTA DIVORCE. Free Consultation 1-800-320-2477; www.canadianlegal.org.

CCA Award #1 Paralegal.

A+ BBB Reputation.

26 Years Experience.

Open Mon. - Sat

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Services

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

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

Health Care

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Roofing

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Personal Services

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HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Restrictions in walking/dressing? $2,500 yearly tax credit. $20,000 lump sum cheque.

Disability Tax Credit.

Expert Help: 1-844-453-5372.

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Roofing

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CHESTER’S Custom Fencing.

Barbed Wire, Treated Rails, Planks. Free Estimates.

Phone (780) 360-1061.

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 32+ colours available at over 55 Distributors.

40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254.

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

Health Care

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Would you like to keep your teeth for the rest of your life?

And replace the teeth you are missing?

Dr. Mahoney is committed to non-extraction dentistry. He and his staff will help you restore your teeth & show you how to maintain a healthy mouth for a lifetime.

Roofing

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& SIDING

780.908.7838 WWW.AAROOFING.CA • SHINGLES • SIDING • SOFFIT • FACIA FREE ESTIMATES SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

WCB & LIABILITY INSURANCE VISA / M/C & FINANCING NOW AVAILABLE SOME CONDITIONS APPLY

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Welding

Welding

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FERRYBANK WELDING FOR SALE

• CALF SHELTERS • FENCE LINE • HORSE SHELTERS FEEDERS • CORRAL PANELS • FREE STANDING • SILAGE FEEDERS WINDBREAKERS Levi 403-963-1252 Joey 403-588-4212

Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY Auctions

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

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MAJOR ANNUAL SPRING R.V. REPOSSESSED & CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SALE selling all manner of RVs: trailers, boats, quads, motorcycles and miscellaneous items

SATURDAY, MAY 14TH, 2016 Sale at 10:00 am VIEWING: FRIDAY MAY 13th, 2016 FROM 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM

Call today for info on consigning your RV units

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11303 Yellowhead Trail NW, Edmonton • 780-440-1075

Check our Website for Photos & Listings @ www.auctions.ca Major Unreserved Bankruptcy Public Auction Sale as awarded by MNP Ltd: Complete Dispersal Of Rainbow

International Restoration Of Alberta 12842-141 Street, Edmonton, AB

12345May 17th, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm VIEWING: Tuesday, and Sale Day from 9:00 am to Sale Time.

Visit www.auctions.ca For More Info,Photos And Listings

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INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY & SHOP - Strathmore, Alberta. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Edmonton. 2+/- title acres industrial property & 8000 sq. ft. shop. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

LAKE FRONT RESIDENCE - Pigeon Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Edmonton. 1313 +/- sq. ft., 1 1/2 storey home - 0.2 +/title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

MEIER AUCTION SALE for Park Auto & Diesel Repair. Saturday, May 14, 11 a.m. 52323 Range Road 225 Sherwood Park. $300,000 of Snap-On Tools & Equipment. For details phone 780-440-1860.

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GARY HANNA AUCTIONS LTD. (780-440-1075) 11303 Yellowhead Trail NW, Edmonton

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The Crossing Resort NOW HIRING 12345

Located on The Icefield Parkway 12345in Banff National Park, Alberta, The Crossing is now hiring for the following positions: Service Station Attendants, Servers, Bartenders, Cooks, Dishwashers, Housekeepers, Cashiers and Maintenance personnel. Room and board provided at a minimal cost.

Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace.

To apply and for further information please visit our web site: www. thecrossingresort.com and apply online or send your resume to info@thecrossingresort.com.

780 440 4037 | SEACAN.COM

Steel containers from 8' - 53'. 20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.

Garden Supplies

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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

Misc. for Sale

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POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation.

Call John at 403-998-7907; jcameron@ advancebuildings.com.

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee.

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

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

400OT

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A-STEEL SHIPPING CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’ & 53’. 40’ insulated reefers/freezers.

Modifications possible windows, doors, walls, as office, living work-shop, etc., 40’ flatrack/bridge.

1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

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 BRIAN’S FIREWOOD Livestock ..........................2100 split, dry, full cord includes Livestock - Exotic..............2110 delivery. Birch $500, Sheep ..............................2120 Spruce $350, Poplar Poultry ..............................2130 $300 780-233-5932 Horses ..............................2140 780-985-2285 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 LOGS Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Semi loads of pine, spruce, Pasture Wanted ................2180 tamarack, poplar, birch.

Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Price depends on location Seed Grain ......................2200 of delivery. Lil Mule Seeding & Tillage ............2210

Firewood

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Logging 403-318-4346

Wednesday, May 18 , 2016, 10:00 am sharp

RING 1, STARTS AT 10AM: Selling office furniture, wood working tools, hand & power tools. RING 2, STARTS AT 10:30AM: Selling restoration equipment, cleaning equipment and inventory, approximately 20 trucks from 2006 – 2015, a 20ft seacan, and a Clark electric forklift

5116-51 Ave., Wetaskiwin 352-5113

31 FULLY SERVICED LAKE LOTS - Murray Lake, Saskatchewan.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 27 in Saskatoon. Lots range from 0.28 +/- to 0.35 +/- acres. Brennan LeBlanc: 306-280-4878; rbauction.com/realestate.

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Suites

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Now Renting In Millet

MILLET MANOR One bedroom Condo-Style apartments with 5 appliances in downtown Millet.

Individual parking stalls for each unit and plenty of visitor parking available. Each unit has it’s own outside entrance. This style of condo/apartment will probably appeal to individuals over 50.

For more information and viewing call

Don at 387-5463 or Case at 929-5902

14 PIPESTONE FLYER Livestock

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FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh bulls, yearlings and 1-2 year old polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled.

780-913-7963; www.simmeronranch.ca.

Grain, Feed Hay

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BRIGHT SEED WHEAT BARLEY CERT. HARVEST-HRS CERT.COPELAND-MALT CERT. REDWATER-HRS CERT. COWBOY-SILAGE CERT.FOREMOST-CPS CERT. COALITION-FEED FABA BEANSPEAS-CERT. LIMERICK FLAX-CERT. SOREL SEED OATS CALL DAVE HM.780-855-2240, CEL. 780-678-6329 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.

Farms/ Land

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

PASTURE & hay land. 400 - 8000 acres year round water. Management available. Central Sask.

Natural springs excellent water. Grazing available.

Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k - $2.6m. Doug Rue 306-716-2671; saskfarms@shaw.ca.

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Public Notices

INVITATION TO TENDER

County of Wetaskiwin No. 10

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Plans may be obtained from the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 office in Wetaskiwin, Alberta or from the office of the engineer, WSP, at 7710 Edgar Industrial Court, Red Deer, Alberta on or after May 3, 2016.

The Alberta Utilities Commission expects to receive an application from FortisAlberta Inc. to enter into a franchise agreement with the Summer Village of Argentia Beach, following the submission deadline indicated below.

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

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

Application summary:

Financial #4400 - #4430

Tenders

Public Notice #6000

Notice of application to be filed for approval of an electric franchise agreement between the Summer Village of Argentia Beach and FortisAlberta Inc.

The franchise agreement will subject to further renewal, allow FortisAlberta Inc. the exclusive right to deliver electricity to the residents of Summer Village of Argentia Beach for approximately 10 years with two five-year extensions from the effective date of the franchise agreement.

The franchise fee rate rider percentage will be set at 0 per cent effective January 1, 2017. The average monthly franchise fee for an average residential customer is forecast to be $0. The franchise fee is calculated based on distribution charges. An average residential customer uses about 7,500 kilowatt hours per year.

Deposit: $50.00 payable to WSP (Non-refundable) Tenders will be received by the undersigned until 2:00 p.m. on May 17, 2016.

At the office of: County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 243019A Hwy 13 (2.4 km West of Hwy 2A) Wetaskiwin, AB, T9A 2G5 Phone: 780-352-3321 Fax: 780-352-3486 For the following work: Contract: 161-05988

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You may send your objections, concerns about, or support for the application in writing to FortisAlberta Inc. or Summer Village of Argentia Beach on or before May 26, 2016 at:

NEED A LOAN? Own property? Have bad credit?

We can help! Call toll free 1-866-405-1228; www.firstandsecond mortgages.ca.

FortisAlberta Inc., Rick Burden, 100 Chippewa Road, Sherwood Park, AB, T8A 4H4, phone: 780-4648325; email: Rick.Burden@fortisalberta.com

Grading, Subgrade Excavation, Ditching and Other Work

Summer Village of Argentia Beach, Denise Thompson, 603 2nd Avenue, Ma-Me-O Beach, AB, T0C 1X0, phone: 780-586-2494; email: information@svofficepl.com

BATTLE LAKE TRAIL

Any submissions received, unless you request otherwise, will be part of the application submitted and will become part of the public record.

For more information on franchises or to receive a copy of the franchise agreement please contact either FortisAlberta Inc. or Summer Village of Argentia Beach at the addresses listed above.

Transportation #5000-5300 Motorcycles

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Schedule “A” From: Range Road 31 To: West of Range Road 30 km 0.000 to km 0.520 (0.52 km)

For more information about the AUC or its approval process associated with franchise applications, please contact the AUC directly at 780-427-4903 or at consumer-relations@auc.ab.ca.

Schedule “B” From: Range Road 24 To: Range Road 23 km 0.000 to km 1.800 (1.80 km)

The Alberta Utilities Commission is an independent, quasi-judicial regulatory body responsible for making decisions about utility-related applications.

Approximate Quantities:

Issued on May 12, 2016

Common Excavation Borrow Excavation Gravel Surfacing Granular Fill – Des. 6 Cl. 80 Granular Base Course – Des. 2 Cl. 20

For more information:

Alberta Utilities Commission Douglas A. Larder, QC, General Counsel

1,480 2,530 1,250 2,200 1,800

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Note: This contract is a Contractor’s Supply of Aggregate with No Option and has a completion date of October 31, 2016.

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5 BDRM, 3 bathroom, walkout at 5 Regal Close in Lacombe. Many extras like air conditioning, custom steam-room, heated garage, many recent updates including new shingles and eavestroughs. Lots of trees.

Well maintained. Asking $425 000. Please call for more info. 403-782-2031

Public Notices

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5 PARCELS OF FARMLAND near Hondo, Alberta. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction on June 9. Over 475 acres of Farmland & Grazing Lease. Contact Cody Rude: 780-722-9777; rbauction.com/realestate.

Money To Loan

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

Thursday, May 12, 2016

2008 SUZUKI C109, 1800 CC No shortage of power ALL the Bells & Whistles!!

44,600 kms.

MINT CONDITION Never laid down.

$7600. o.b.o.

(403)318-4653

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of Rudolph Lange who died on June 24, 2015.

If you have a claim against this estate you must file your claim by June 3, 2016 and provide details of your claim.

To McDonald Street Law Office Michael David Klause Barrister & Solicitor 4408 51 St. Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1K5 If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

Notice of application to be filed for approval of an electric franchise agreement between the Summer Village of Golden Days and FortisAlberta Inc. Application summary: The Alberta Utilities Commission expects to receive an application from FortisAlberta Inc. to enter into a franchise agreement with the Summer Village of Golden Days, following the submission deadline indicated below.

The franchise agreement will subject to further renewal, allow FortisAlberta Inc. the exclusive right to deliver electricity to the residents of Summer Village of Golden Days for approximately 10 years with two five-year extensions from the effective date of the franchise agreement.

The franchise fee rate rider percentage will be set at 0 per cent effective January 1, 2017. The average monthly franchise fee for an average residential customer is forecast to be $0. The franchise fee is calculated based on distribution charges. An average residential customer uses about 7,500 kilowatt hours per year.

You may send your objections, concerns about, or support for the application in writing to FortisAlberta Inc. or Summer Village of Golden Days on or before May 26, 2016 at:

Tenders must be accompanied by a certified cheque or bid bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total sum tendered. If tender documents are obtained from COOLNet, it is the Bidder’s responsibility to ensure that addenda have been received prior to tender closing.

Lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. If further information is required, please contact Mr. Brian Anderson, Assistant Director of Public Works of the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10, at 780361-6244.

For technical or engineering information, please contact Mr. Nathan MacLeod, C.E.T., Area Manager, WSP, at 780-672-2468 or 780-7812227.

FortisAlberta Inc., Rick Burden, 100 Chippewa Road, Sherwood Park, AB, T8A 4H4, phone: 780-4648325; email: Rick.Burden@fortisalberta.com Summer Village of Argentia Beach, Denise Thompson, 603 2nd Avenue, Ma-Me-O Beach, AB, T0C 1X0, phone: 780-586-2494; email: information@svofficepl.com Any submissions received, unless you request otherwise, will be part of the application submitted and will become part of the public record.

For more information on franchises or to receive a copy of the franchise agreement please contact either FortisAlberta Inc. or Summer Village of Golden Days at the addresses listed above.

For more information: For more information about the AUC or its approval process associated with franchise applications, please contact the AUC directly at 780-427-4903 or at consumer-relations@auc.ab.ca.

The Alberta Utilities Commission is an independent, quasi-judicial regulatory body responsible for making decisions about utility-related applications.

Issued on May 12, 2016.

Alberta Utilities Commission Douglas A. Larder, QC, General Counsel

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Thursday, May 12, 2016

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Tooth fairy dance

Calmar-based childrens entertainer Mary Lambert performs a song about a famous Ontario moose named Fred while performing at Millet Elementary School. May 3.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

THE PEOPLE OF FORT McMURRAY NEED OUR HELP.

Alongside childrens entertainer Mary Lambert, Millet Elementary School’s Randy Jevne dances the Tooth Fairy ballet for a performance at the school, May 3.

Photo by Amelia Naismith

Photo by Amelia Naismith

BUSINESS Directory HIGH CALIBER

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Millet Elementary School’s Randy Jevne and childrens entertainer Mary Lambert high-five a successful Tooth Fairy dance while performing at the school on May 3.

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FRANK VANDE KRAATS www.vandekraatslandscaping.com Cell: (780) 387-6336

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PROTECTION Mark Brown

General Manager

Bullet Liner Wetaskiwin Ltd. 4810 - 51 Ave Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1H8

Ph: 780-361-0307

Fax: 780-361-0320

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We offer General Family Dentistry as well as:

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Don’t Drink & Drive!

Restaurant 780.980.9669 www.zambellis.com 6210 – 50 Street, Leduc Don’t Drink & Drive

Wetaskiwin Ready Mix

780.352.5513

DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE Impaired driving frequently asked questions If you’re thinking of drinking and driving, you may want to stop and ask yourself these questions first (with some accurate answers provided by the Government of Alberta): 1. What do recent legislative changes include?

These changes will introduce progressive administrative penalties for drivers with blood alcohol levels of .05 or greater, tougher penalties for drivers over .08 and a stronger zero tolerance policy for new drivers.

2. What are the administrative penalties for drivers with a blood alcohol level .05 to.08?

Drivers caught with a blood alcohol concentration of .05 or greater are already subject to a 24-hour suspension. Under Alberta’s new rules, these drivers would get: A roadside sanction of a three day licence suspension and three day vehicle seizure for the first offence.

A roadside sanction of a 15 day suspension and seven day vehicle seizure for the second offence plus a mandatory remedial course and may be referred to the Alberta Transportation Safety Board by the Registrar. A roadside sanction of a 30 day suspension and seven day vehicle seizure for third and subsequent offences plus a mandatory review by the Alberta Transportation Safety Board and a remedial course 3. How are these changes tougher on drivers who are caught driving over .08?

Drivers who are over .08 will continue to face criminal charges. As an added penalty and to keep our roads safer, their licences will now be suspended immediately until their charges are resolved. The use of ignition interlock devices will also be expanded. For example, a first conviction will net a full year with the interlock, up from a discretionary six months. A second conviction will require three years of interlock and a third conviction will require five years of interlock.

4. What is the purpose of these changes?

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780-352-6048 Have a safe and happy long weekend

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5014 – 50 Street, Millet

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CO-OP LIQUOR STORE 4708 - 50 Ave., Leduc

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780.980.5139

BUCK LAKE HARDWARE

Brian & Linda Dickau

780-388-2450

The fact is we have a problem in Alberta: impaired drivers are causing death on our roads.

In 2012, 78 people were killed and 1,268 people were injured in alcohol-related collisions on Alberta roads. There is also solid scientific evidence that driving with a blood alcohol level of .05 significantly increases the risk of being involved in a collision.

5. Do the changes include fines or demerits? If not, why not?

There will be no fines or demerits. Research shows that fines are not an effective deterrent for impaired driving. The changes involve immediate consequences, preventive measures and education.

6. Can I still have a drink with dinner?

Everyone must exercise personal responsibility when drinking. If you feel your ability to drive is affected, you should not drive. The intent is not to penalize those who chose an alcoholic drink at dinner. The penalties are aimed at drivers who have consumed alcohol and it is affecting their driving. No one should drive a vehicle if they personally feel their ability is impaired, regardless of how much they have consumed.

7. Why not target drivers who are severely impaired and who repeatedly drink and drive?

Impaired driving is a serious offence with serious consequences. This is why Alberta will continue to treat drivers who are over .08 as criminals, to be prosecuted under the federal Criminal Code. The changes will also introduce the toughest penalties for these drivers, for example, by seizing their vehicles and suspending their licences until their criminal charges are resolved. Tougher administrative penalties for drivers at .05 or greater will serve as an early intervention, giving some drivers the help they need to avoid future criminal charges.

This ultimately amounts to an overall reduction in the number of drivers over .08.

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