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University student attacked in hate crime By Amelia Naismith An openly gay University of Alberta student who grew up in Ponoka was attacked in a gay hate crime on July 19 during daylight hours. Chevi Rabbit, 26, was walking from his dorm at the university to a nearby Subway for snacks when a car pulled up beside him and its occupants shouted homosexual slurs. “They were basically yelling ‘you f**ing faggot’,” Rabbit said. “Everybody could hear. My ears were red.” “I just said thank you, I didn’t know what else to do.” When Rabbit turned away one man jumped from the car and pinned him to the ground with a headlock. Several people from the heavily populated area rushed to Rabbit’s aid and the men fled the scene in a silver Acura with a spoiler. The man also took Rabbit’s IPhone when he left. Rabbit is thankful witnesses interceded the attacked. Rabbit was treated for a cut on his hand, minor scrapes and bruises as well as cuts on his chest.
Rabbit is now commuting from Ponoka to Edmonton because he feels safer that way. Until police press charges in a case labeled a gay hate crime Rabbit will continue to commute. He’s sure that with so many witnesses to the attack charges will be laid. “I’ve never encountered anything like that. I grew up in Ponoka,” Rabbit said. “I have a very accepting family and a fabulous group of friends. Sometimes I forget how gay I am.” Rabbit helped to organized a march and rally that will take place Aug. 2 in Edmonton. The march will begin at 6 p.m. at the scene of the crime, 110 Street and 84 Avenue. The march will proceed through the campus. Those who attend are encouraged to wear purple and march holding the hand of someone
of the same sex. Rabbit will walk with actress Ashley Callingbull, who’s an advocate for social equality. The march will end at the Alberta Legislature Building where the rally will commence. Speakers include Alberta Deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszul, Marc Powers, the openly gay NDP candidate for Calgary-Klein, and Rabbit. Rabbit wants the rally to create awareness of hate crimes and other discriminatory differences as well as hopefully make Edmonton a safer place for everyone. “I’m not going to change who I am. I’m still going to be Chevi Rabbit.” On Facebook there is a group called NOH8 Taking Back Greater Edmonton with more information about the rally.
Chevi Rabbit, who grew up in Ponoka, was attacked in what Edmonton police are calling a gay hate crime. Submitted photo
Problem take-off: A Red Deer ultralight pilot walked away with minor injuries Tuesday morning when his plane crashed into a barley field while taking off at Ponoka Industrial Airport. Ponoka RCMP, firefighters and EMS personnel attended the scene. Police say the 57-year-old pilot may have experienced mechanical trouble. Transportation Safety Board officials have been called in to investigate. Photo by George Brown
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RCMP check car seats for occupant safety By Amelia Naismith Four out of five children are not correctly buckled into their car seat when riding in a vehicle, says the Safety Council of Canada. On July 26 Ponoka’s police detachment had a car seat check stop set up at the fire hall. “It’s always a very important part of our mandate,” said Const. Maria Myers, referring to occupant restraint safety. Myers and Sheriff Sgt. Nathan Kardish were checking car seats to see if it was installed in the vehicle properly, certified in Canada, the correct seat for the child and the expiry date. “Very rarely do we find one that’s done properly,” said Myers. Car seats need to be secured properly for the safety of all occupants of the vehicle. Since Jan. 1 the Ponoka RCMP Integrated Traffic Unit has laid 20 charges relating to child occupant restraint offences. Myers said people wanting a car seat checked can phone the detachment any time, trained officers are
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Sheriff sergeant Nathan Kardish and constable Maria Myers check car seat safety at a safety check stop. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Woman assaulted in downtown Ponoka bar By Amelia Naismith A woman from Hobbema was assaulted in a downtown Ponoka bar during evening hours on July 19. Another woman punched the woman three times in the face. The incident is under investigation. Shop theft Between July 20 and 24 there was a break and enter to a rural Ponoka shop. An air compressor, chainsaw, floor jack and mitre saw were taken. Cash taken from vehicle Cash was stolen from a wallet left in side a vehicle along the 6100 block of 51 Street. A man head his car alarm, when he went outside he observed another man on a bike riding away from his car. The theft took place July 23 between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Motorcycle accident On July 23 at 4:45 p.m. a motorcycle went down along Highway 2. The rear wheel of the bike locked up but the driver was able to control it into the ditch. The 46-year-old driver from Three Hills suffered minor scrapes and bruises. EMS attended the scene. Quad stolen Police have a suspect in a rural residential break and enter that took place
July 25 during daylight hours. A 2008 Yamaha Grizzly quad was taken. Driver tries to evade police On July 26 at 12:30 a.m. police attempted to pull over a 1996 Dodge Caravan. The vehicle tried to evade police and hid in a back alley. Once the vehicle was found the woman in the passenger seat tried to convince officers that she wasn’t the one who’d been driving. However, an officer recognized her as the driver. There was open alcohol in the vehicle and the driver failed a roadside test but after a second test it was determined there were no grounds to charge impaired driving. The driver was given a 24-hour suspension. The vehicle was towed and seized for three days. Impaired driver Police pulled over an impaired driver on July 28 at 12:05 a.m., on 49 Avenue and 50 Street. The driver, a 39-year-old man from Hobbema, was charged with impaired driving. House fire On July 28 at 4:22 a.m. police received a call that there was smoke coming from a house where the neighbors believed people where inside.
Ponoka’s Fire Department responded to a fire in a Lilydale barn east of town, on July 26. The smoldering fire inside the wall of the barn that started due to conduction heat from a generator, according to fire chief Ted Dillion. Photo by Amelia Naismith The house was on the 5400 block of 57 Street. When police attended thick smoke was coming from the house and there was no response from inside. Police forced their way into the house.
Edmonton men CANCELLATION face drug charges OF AUCTION Continued from Page 2 Soon after, a search was conducted of the vehicle which yielded 155 grams of cocaine, a small amount of marijuana, and a homemade device believed to be used as a weapon, designed in the form of a wrecking ball on a chain. A separate but similar incident took place on July 18 involving two different people, when an RCMP traffic officer stopped a speeding vehicle east of Lake Louise. The rental vehicle was occupied by two men from Edmonton. A subsequent search of the vehicle yielded approximately 25.5 lbs of cannabis, and more than $3,000 in Canadian cash. The two Edmonton males now face drug-related charges. “Albertans expect to live in a place free of crime and violence, and illegal drugs pose a real threat to that safety,” said Supt. Howard Eaton, officer-in-charge of traffic services for Alberta. “We are, and will remain vigilant at getting drugs and illegal activity out of our province.” If you have any information about criminal activity or suspicious activity, contact your nearest RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide your information through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS) or go online to www.tipsubmit.com.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PONOKA Sr. Pastor Paul Spate 5109 - 57 Ave. Ponoka www.fbcponoka.org 403-783-5533 Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m.
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Guitar legends teach in Wetaskiwin Submitted Something special is awaiting guitarists within reach of Ponoka. Lifegate Community Church in Wetaskiwin is hosting a world class guitar camp Aug. 16 to 19. This year, the lineup of celebrity instructors is sure to please beginners to the most advanced players. One of the most notable adds this year is Caleb Quaye. A founding member of the original Elton John band, Quaye has played with the likes of Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones. Eric Clapton once proclaimed Caleb Quaye as the best guitarist in the world. Caleb now tours the world teaching as a musicianary. Joining Quaye will be Doug Doppler (Guitar Hero), Ben Kasica (Skillet) and Daniel Martin (Connect the Frets). “If people in the area have ever considered taking up the guitar or to simply sharpen ones skills this is a time to start,” says Tom Cameron, program director. “Rarely do musicians of this calibre ever come to this area. These men are some of the best guitar players in the world, right here to teach us at our doorstep.” “Camp is one of those formative experiences that kids take with them through life,” says Doppler. “It’s simply awesome to see dozens of players come together around something they all love.” Doppler is renowned in his own right, as a session player and clinician from southern California. Doug’s wife, Melissa, an Australian-born singer, will also share with the campers her experience as a member of the famous Hillsong Worship team. Ben Kasica, 27, from Kenosha, Wisc., is no stranger to fame either. Kasica was an overnight suc-
This past Sunday was my grandfather’s 80th birthday. An awful lot of planning went into this occasion. What kind of cake will he want? What day works for the entire family? Looking back, this was rather funny considering he couldn’t care less about becoming an octogenarian. While visiting him and my grandmother at their farm a week before, he admitted his feelings about the upcoming event. “Being 80 is nothing to celebrate! I’m just disappointed that I’m not dead yet!” Well. That kind of attitude is a bit difficult to plan a party around. What do you give to a man who is in his 80th year of life? My Papa doesn’t bother with hobbies such as golf, the lawnmower works just fine, and he has enough plaid shirts to last him another 80 years. After growing
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cess at the age of 16. That is when he went from playing at his home church to performing in front of huge audiences as lead guitarist for the band Skillet. Over the course of 10 years, Kasica has toured the world many times and has played before over 3 million people. Daniel Martin from Connect the Frets is a performer and music educator from Calgary. A producer and recording engineer, Martin continues to work with high profile artists such as famed Canadian actor Tom Jackson. Martin has been a professional guitarist
for over 20 years and is a highly sought after speaker for guitar clubs, churches and motivational groups in Canada as well as the USA. Guitar Camp runs over the course of four days with nearly 40 hours of training, concerts and seminars for kids, youth and adults, ages 12 and up. As a service to the community, Lifegate Community Church is subsidizing the expense of this project keeping the registration fee at a modest $175. To learn more or register for Guitar Camp, visit www.guitarchurch.com.
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up in the Great Depression, he has a strong appreciation for whatever food you put in front of him — not exactly a picky eater when it comes to supper or birthday cake. So here I was, stumped on how to show this darling guy how special he is to me, and to our whole family. Papa’s seen a lot, met a lot of people, and has an amazing brain, so we constructed a book of our memories with him — notes from his daughters and granddaughters, his weird figures of speech, the dogs he’s had, the nicknames he gave to strange people from town. All of his Papa-isms recorded by his loved ones. I’m not going to ever forget the look on his face while he read it. As for me, the eldest grandchild, I made him a scrapbook, full of pictures of us hanging out, from when I was brand new and onward into my childhood. Reading Beatrix Potter stories, swinging from the big maple tree in the yard, and strolling through sunflowers and wheat fields; we were always busy having adventures. Our friendship — best friendship, that is — is captured. As cliché as it sounds (death to clichés) the best part for him I’m sure was having his entire family there with him. We had a hot dog roast outside in the sunshine and enjoyed the cake my little sister had made for us. It sounds cheesy, disgustingly sugar sweet when it’s typed out, but I swear that’s exactly how it happened. It honestly was that good. Continued on page 7
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Reflections of Ponoka The apron is a symbol of the labour of love By Mike Rainone for the News As children, we surely remember tugging on our mother’s apron strings to get her attention, or searching through those deep pockets to find an extra treat or a Kleenex. For centuries, aprons of all sizes, shapes, and colors, have been the delightful symbol for mothers and daughters of the joys and toils of the daily household chores and culinary magic that bind each and every family together. Whether we would like to admit it or not, most husbands and sons have also “tied one on” to help out around the kitchen on a few occasions, and especially around the barbecue. The history books tell us that in the early days, women of high society absolutely refused to put on an apron, but going into the 1950s all of those popular television family shows portrayed the ladies as homemakers and good mothers, who were never without their stylish and always amazingly clean and sparkling aprons. On the other hand, aprons were not just designed for the fair sex. You need only to visit the shop of a cobbler or blacksmith to witness them honing their skills in their long and sturdy aprons, while also enjoying the tantalizing smells of leather and smoke. Of course there will always be those old reliable carpenter’s aprons every dad and craftsman possesses, proudly strap around their waists, and always stuff with many nifty gadgets for the job within its nifty compartments. While all sorts of aprons are now required to be worn on the job sites for protection and identification, brightly colored aprons or bibs with neat logos will always be popular for selling bingo cards, beer tickets, and handing out all sorts of other paraphernalia. Most of us who are now chasing the second half of a century will readily admit our fondest memories of aprons were quite likely related to those worn around the house from morning to early evening by our precious mothers, grandmothers, and pesky sisters. I received a neat article recently outlining the history of aprons, that certainly made me feel good and maybe just a little bit melancholy, so I thought I would pass it on to you all. • I don’t think that our present generation of kids really know what an apron is and how important and helpful it has and can still be in bringing up a family, and being well organized around the house as well as outside. • The principal use of Grandma’s old apron was to protect the dress underneath, because she only had a few of those. It was also because it was much easier to wash out the aprons instead of the dresses and the aprons used far less and much cheaper ma-
terial to make. But along with that, the old reliable apron also served as a potholder for removing hot pans from the oven. • Aprons were also perfect for drying children’s tears and on occasion were even used for cleaning out dirty ears or wiping runny noses. The many compartments in a ladies’ apron also had to contain the vital items to take care of a sudden cut, a smudge, or a spill or whatever catastrophe may occur. • Out in the chicken coop the apron was used for carrying eggs, coddling fussy chicks and sometimes half-hatched eggs to be rushed inside and finished in the warming oven. If the ladies were in the garden their aprons were stuffed with all sorts of vegetables and after the peas were shelled, to carry out the hulls to feed the animals. In the fall of the year the apron was perfect for bringing in apples that had fallen off the trees or to store other sweet goodies during berry picking. • When company came those aprons were ideal hiding places for shy kids, as well as for rushing around the house and dusting in a matter of seconds, after which it was tossed into the wash box, then mother did a quick hair fluff, and no more primping was needed. We were also given strict instructions never to dare to place the following items in mother’s apron:garbage, gum, partly eaten candy, used Kleenex, or assorted pets such as frogs, hamsters or bugs. • When dinner was ready Grandma would walk out onto the porch and wave her apron to let the men folk know to come in from the field, and if it was a really cold day she would wrap it around her arms to keep warm. Those big old aprons also wiped many a perspiring brow as they bent over a hot wood stove. They were also good for bringing in chips and kindling wood into the kitchen or living room to keep that crackling fire going. • Dear old Grandma used to set her hot baked apple pies on the window sill to cool, while her granddaughters now set theirs on the window sill to thaw. They would also likely go crazy now worrying about how many germs might be on that apron but I don’t think we ever caught anything from that well used apron, only love and a whole lot of warmth and closeness when it was needed the most. It will likely be a long time before someone invents something that will replace that great all purpose “old time apron” but they are still a big part of each and every household, and all one need to do is to tie one on, just to serve the role and feel the magic.
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Shown here are some of the early aprons, full, fancy, and flowered, with deep pockets.
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The Ponoka Agriculture Society has been hosting community fairs since 1904, and that proud tradition continues to this day, with the 2012 family participation event set for Aug. 10 to 11 at the Ponoka Ag Event Centre. By August of 1921 the two-day fair would include some 1,200 exhibits of livestock, agriculture, horticulture, and homemaking from both town and county residents. The enthusiasm and participation will surely continue this summer when the fair theme will be “Cultivating our Youth.” For many years the event was hosted at the Ponoka Elks Hall on Chipman Avenue, and this classic late 1940s or early 50s photo features some of the division winners, including A.H. Erickson, Frank Sutton, Mrs. Elmer Pendleton and Mrs. F.E. Finkle.
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Opinion Council should support athletes I enjoy the Olympics and I try to overcome my natural cynicism and skepticism to embrace the Olympic ideals. Nevermind that few of any nation’s athletes are true “amateurs” anymore. Last weekend I spent the better part of two George Brown hours rolling around in Off the Record the mud under my house to diagnose and repair a problem with the TV cable running out to the gazebo where I plan to watch our Canadian athletes compete in HD on the London stage; gin and tonicing them on the victory. Maybe it’s because I won a gold medal in cursing while under the house in the luge position that I’m disappointed town council made no effort at all to support Ponoka’s aspiring Olympic athletes. You want to promote Ponoka’s name around the world? How about having two Canadian Olympic athletes list their hometowns as Ponoka, Alta.? Did
the world know where Caroline, Alta. was before Kurt Browning turned a quad in world championship figure skating? Google world champion skeleton racer Mellisa Hollingsworth and the Town of Eckville’s corporate website is at the top of the list. Alas, town council lacks the imagination to see the benefit of providing a pittance toward the development of wresting sensation Kelsey Raab or sprint dynamo Isatu Fofanah. I find it hard to believe that the taxpayers they say they are protecting by withholding any financial support would share their miserly decision. In addition to her own fundraising efforts, Raab was asking town and county councils for some financial support in her effort to compete at the Cadet Wrestling World Championships in Azerbaijan later this month. Ponoka County council, some of whom might remember listening to the original Greek Olympics on radio, donated $1,000 to help defray Raab’s expenses. Businesses in Ponoka, including Ponoka News, are also proud financial supporters of our elite athletes. Town council will gladly suck up the deficit
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to build and annually maintain the arena, curling rink, swimming pools, ball diamonds, soccer pitches and walking trails but can’t find a few thousands dollars to support Ponoka’s elite athletes who excel outside of the usual school and community sports programs? This is a no-brainer and exactly what town council displayed when they denied Raab’s request. Why not establish a policy that council will support elite athletes, establish benchmark criteria the applicants have to
meet, set deadlines when requests have to be in to council and have a committee consider the applications in the fall for winter sports and in the spring for summer sports. Call it the Mayor’s Champions Fund. Some years it might not get spent at all but let the fund build every year with a certain percentage of the mill rate, say one-tenth of a mill. Council says it supports in principle helping youths achieve their goals. It’s time to put that into practice.
Help your community. Invest close to home Canadians may not have to face some of the dangers others in the world are dealing with directly, but there’s still good reason to be nervous. After all, Bernie Madoff drained the accounts of his Canadian holders — including some of our most prominent institutions. If the shenanigans at Jon Corzine’s MF Global or at PFGBest that defrauded customers of their assets didn’t hurt most of us, that’s only because we weren’t dealing with those firms. Repeated stories of “flash crashes” and high-frequency trading by computers causing retail customers to lose money to the players who can afford such techniques haven’t helped. There’s a growing perception that at least some of the international markets are rigged against ordinary investors. So far the banks, insurance companies and brokerages most Canadians know and use have been not only sound, but honestly run — something it’s getting harder to say elsewhere. Still, there’s many Canadians who are nervous, both about the quality of the firms whose shares and bonds are in their pension funds, their mutual funds and their own investment accounts, and about the intermediaries in the financial system that those fund managers and brokers depend on. With the recent mortgage rule changes introduced, too, real estate markets look less enticing. What’s a Canadian with money to invest to do? One idea that’s been popular in parts of the United States would make a lot of sense here —investing in your own community.
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Here’s how it works. Most public institutions are strapped Bruce A. Stewart for cash. A school, for instance, Troy Media that was built in the 1960s or Guest Columnist early 1970s probably still has its original heating, ventilation and cooling system (HVAC). The school board has no money to replace it, but if they did, they’d make significant savings on the cost of operating the new system. So the investor comes and does a deal with the school board. They’ll invest their capital in the new HVAC system. The school board will pay them back over 40 years (the life of the replacement) plus interest. In effect, this acts like a bond. The school has the new system and lower operating costs. The board didn’t have to front the money. The investor, meanwhile, knows that as a public body their money is safe, as is the return. Do it in your 50s, and have a retirement income stream. It doesn’t have to be a school, of course. Charities that own their own building could use the same approach: any public service that has almost all its money tied up in operating expenses and aging physical assets is a good place to invest. Another place to invest is with local entrepreneurs. You could go to your community association to meet some of your local merchants — their business improvement area group is usually tied in there — or you could do what was done in Prince Edward Island this year.
There, the crowd-funding website Kickstarter was used to fund several projects on the island. Although Kickstarter amasses small investments from anywhere on the globe to any project you choose to apply your funds to on the planet, the locals used it simply to handle the money. Their mantra was “Islanders investing in Islanders” and given that a Kickstarter investment can be small, on the order of a few dollars, it’s a path open to children and those without much money just as much as those with hundreds of thousands to spend. Why did the people leading this use Kickstarter? To deal with the investor laws that most of our provinces have: An entrepreneur looking for investors typically can only deal with “qualified investors” — people of proven high liquid net worth — unless they are personal friends or family members. The value of investing locally isn’t just in having a better community. You’re able to keep an eye on things. (An angel investor I know — one of those high net worth types — won’t invest in anything, no matter how good, if it’s more than 30 minutes from his front door. He wants to know what’s happening, and he knows that if it’s not close, he’ll not keep a good eye on it.) We’re very used to the idea that our money has to go into the markets. We’re also aware that there aren’t always enough things in the Canadian markets alone to excite us. If you’re worried about what’s happening in other countries, you can protect yourself and your assets by putting them to work where you live. Troy Media columnist Bruce A. Stewart is a Torontobased management consultant.
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Hanging branches annoy walker Dear Editor: I have recently taken up walking as a means of maintaining my health to a greater degree than I had been. I walk the trails and the streets of Riverside. I have found on some of the streets, 39th Avenue for example, that tree branches have taken over the street and I am forced to walk on the grass. No big deal I suppose, unless I walk into the branches with my head down. There aught to be a bylaw in our town concerning overhanging
branches. I’m sorry, there is one? Well I’ll be darned. If we have a bylaw then we should hire a bylaw enforcement officer as they do in the cities. We do have a bylaw officer? My heavens. I wonder if his job description covers wayward branches that imperil pedestrians and bikers. It was nice to see the town cut back some of the branches on our trails. Now homeowners should do their part. Leo Belanger
80th birthday success Continued from page 4 Rather than shower him with gifts, it was like we honoured him instead, which is what he deserves. Eighty years, in my opinion, is an immense accomplishment; one that deserves to be celebrated. So cheers to my Papa, the man of the hour, every hour. Love you, you old fart.
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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Public Notice Please take note that the siren at the Fire Hall will be tested at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 15, 2012.
TOWN OFFICE CLOSED The Town Office will be closed on Monday, August 6, 2012 for the civic holiday. Payments or correspondence may be left in the drop box at the front door.
If You Have Not Paid Your Property Taxes, They Are Now Overdue & Penalties Have Been Applied! A Penalty of 10% of current taxes will be applied on all Town of Ponoka unpaid Property Taxes (due June 30, 2012). Outstanding amounts after August 31, 2012 will result in another Penalty of 3% of current taxes. If on January 1, 2013 taxes are still unpaid, a Penalty of 15% will be applied to the total amount owed.
FCSS Survey In the coming month a Ponoka & Area Service & Facility Survey from Ponoka Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) will be sent with your utility bill. Please return the filled out survey to the FCSS office or Town office during office hours or use the afterhours drop box, by August 31 and get entered for a grand prize draw. Everyone who participates will get free ice cream vouchers for their household!!
EVENTS AND RECREATION Register for the Black Elk Hockey Camp! There is still time to register for the upcoming Black Elk Hockey Camp. Day camps run from August 18 – 24, and specialty camps from August 24 – 27. For more information on Black Elk Hockey Camps, phone Michelle Turnbull at 1-888-338-2686 or visit www.blackelkhockeycamp.com
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RY O T IS H F O N IO T A R B E L E 3 DAY C ! Y IT N U M M O C D N A 2 AUGUST 10 TO 1 Many great events to enjoy such as:
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“Hello Dollies” Dessert Theatre at the Bailey Theatre
Crafters, artisans, horticulture, quilting, genealogy exhibits and demonstrations – plus Morley Riske and his Swing Band
The Museum’s High Tea celebrating Heritage Weekend and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee will be held on Saturday, August 4, 2012. From 1 - 5 pm. Cost: $5.00 per person - includes High Tea and Museum Tour.
August 14 at 7:00 pm
Sample yummy specialties from our 12 participating restaurants
Under the Big Top at the Centennial Museum
High Tea at Fort Ostell Museum
COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Next Town Council Meeting
Taste of Downtown Camrose
* This excellent theatre production is brought together by the Boomtown Trail, Camrose Railway Station and the Camrose Founders Days Committee. * Delicious, decadent desserts await you, catered by the Lefse House. * 3 historical performing characters * Tickets $20/person call 780-672-3099 for information
Monday, August 6th Family Swim 2-4pm; Public Swim 4-6pm. Splash Fest 2012 - August 10th 1-4 pm Tickets now on sale! The Aquaplex will be closed Sept. 3rd to Sept. 16th for our annual shut down.
Curfew Bylaw Firebox Family Festival at the Camrose Railway Station Museum & Park Free train rides on the Mirror Lake Express, games, crafts, try the telegraph, children’s show at 1:00pm featuring MR RAYZ: MUSIC FOR KIDZ
Tours: Nature meets History Exploration Tour, Old Sparling, Graveyard, Augustana Campus, Bailey Theatre Plus: Ghostwalk, community Church service, heritage clothing fashion show, Promenade and more!
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No child under the age of 16 years, shall be in a public place during the curfew period of time between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, or while acting in the interests of an employer or voluntary organization, or while returning home as soon as reasonably practical from an organized recreation or other event which has been supervised by an adult. Any minor who contravenes this bylaw, may be warned to go home by a Peace Officer. If after the warning, the minor refuses or fails to go home, he/she either may be taken to his/her home or a shelter by the Peace Officer or held until the parent/ guardian comes to pick the child up. The offender and parent/guardian who breaches any of the provisions of this bylaw shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable upon conviction to a specified penalty of $100.00 in the case of the first offence and to a specified penalty of $200.00 in the case of a second or subsequent offence. For a complete copy of the Curfew Bylaw, visit www.ponoka.org or the Town Hall.
DID YOU KNOW…? Boulevard and sidewalk grass cutting and weed control are the responsibility of the property owner, this includes areas downtown. Business owners are responsible for pulling and/or spraying weeds along their storefronts as well as the rear of their property. Thank you for your cooperation.
WELCOME TO NEW BUSINESSES The Town of Ponoka welcomes to our Business Community: Angel Massage Therapy & Aesthetics
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“THERE’S NO LIMIT TO HOW MUCH YOU’LL KNOW, DEPENDING HOW FAR BEYOND ZEBRA YOU GO.” ~ DR. SEUSS
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Rodeo legend honored with lifetime achievement By Amelia Naismith The Dreamcatcher Foundation is honouring a Samson Cree man for his work in rodeo, various industries, and for his efforts in helping First Nations communities. Carter Yellowbird will receive the Lifetime Achievement award at the Dreamcatcher Foundation’s award night. The ceremony will take place in Hamilton, Ont. on Oct. 11. “It’s probably the biggest thing that’s ever happened to me,” Yellowbird said. “It’s a great honour for me to be acknowledged at such a prestigious event.” Yellowbird’s final project for his master’s degree in business administration centres on retention strategies for the First Nations with regards to working in an industry. “How can industry understand First Nations better? The work force is unique,” Yellowbird said. “We need to create a conscience with First Nations.” Yellowbird is using his consulting business to teach cultural sensitivity and protocol with First Nations to industry businesses. He also wants to teach First Nations what industry is about, as well as how to deal with unemployment, constructive criticism and adaptation skills. Into his early 20s Yellowbird only had a Grade 9 education. He graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in Native Studies in 2003 and a master’s in June of this year. “Education is the best insurance anybody can get,” Yellowbird said. As a teenager Yellowbird left home and headed to
“If you can’t look past the reserve your opportunities are limited. Those are strong words but I stand by them.”
California to rodeo. “At 16 years old I saw a lot of my friends passing away. It really affected me emotionally. My MBA is an honour to all my friends that passed away at a young age.” Yellowbird is believed to be the first Cree to compete in calf roping at the Calgary Stampede in 1991. He also competed again in 1992. “Every time I rodeod it was in the back of my mind that education is important.” Yellowbird knew he loved to rodeo but that he couldn’t do it forever. For him it was a hobby. “I kind of flirted with school for a couple of years.” Yellowbird encourages people to go to school and pursue an education no matter what. “I’ve taken a lot of chances in my life. There’s nothing wrong with leaving the reserve,” Yellowbird said. “If you can’t look past the reserve your opportunities are limited. Those are strong words but I stand by them.” Yellowbird is also in the first term of a three-year presidency of the Canadian Indian Rodeo Cowboy Association (CIRCA). During his term Yellowbird wants to market opportunities in Western Canada for CIRCA and push it as far east as possible. Yellowbird says cowboys spend huge amounts of money in rodeo and UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE by upping cash prize GREG & BARBARA CHALMERS amounts he wants to take some of the financial burLand Located in the Gull Lake Subdivision den off them. Sale Conducted in Rimbey, Alberta Time: 12:00 Noon “It’s my way of givSelling in Conjunction with the ing back for what rodeo’s given me.” PRE-HARVEST MACHINERY CONSIGNMENT SALE Throughout his life Friday, August 10, 2012 Yellowbird also worked as a stunt man in movies Selling a 2.67 Acre Lake View Lot such as Dreamcatcher and the Little House on the Prairie series. From 1995 to 1997 Yellowbird lived in Paris and worked as a part of the Buffalo Bill Wild West Show. “The shock of moving away from home was one of the most Legal Description: challenging times of my life,” Yellowbird said. Lot 9, Block 2, Plan 1022971 He also managed to being part of SW 9-42-28 W4M bring the Buffalo Bill Includes Power, Gas & Telephone at auditions to Hobbema the Property Line with Future Plans and has recruited over 50 for Pavement. Also Located Across people for the show. the Road from a Future Golf Course However, Yellowbird is no longer affiliated with 2012 Taxes: $388.50 the show and spends more Land Located: South of Crestomere of his time working with on the Lincoln Road to TWR 422, chiefs of First Nations to West on TWR 422 to Rge Rd 284, present his retention stratSouth on Rge Rd 284 Approx. 1 Mile, egy. Then East into the Subdivision on the “First Nations want South Side to work, if given the chance.” All measurements are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.
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Carter Yellowbird will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award from the Dreamcatcher Foundation on Oct. 11. Submitted photo
Fresher food provided for long-term care centres Albertans living in long-term care centres operated by Alberta will soon enjoy fresher food that better meets their dietary needs and preferences. Health Minister Fred Horne is directing Alberta Health Services (AHS) to discontinue the practice of preparing meals offsite and reheating, and bring back on-site food preparation services in the long-term care homes it operates. The changes will be in effect by December. “We’ve heard what residents and their families have said about the quality of food in our long-term care facilities and today, we are taking action to improve that,” said Horne. “We have to remember that these facilities are home to the people who live there, and in many cases, the last home they will ever live in. They deserve to live in comfort and dignity and enjoy food that is not only nutritious, but looks and tastes home-cooked and satisfies cultural food preferences.” AHS will be required to prepare meals within the residences that improve the taste and appearance over the food currently served, while at the same time design meals that better reflect flexibility and choice for residents. Horne’s announcement was welcomed by the president of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees.
“I want to congratulate Minister Horne for doing the right thing for Alberta’s seniors,” said Guy Smith. “Residents of these facilities deserve fresh, nutritious meals and we’re glad the minister acknowledges that.” In 2010 AHS began shutting down full-service kitchens in 73 small health-care and seniors residences, mostly in small-town and rural Alberta. Freshly prepared food was replaced with heat and serve meals that were sometimes prepared out of province. Across the province, residents and their families complained the bland, unappealing meals were terrible, in many cases inedible. Kitchen staff, all AUPE members, were demoralized by the changeover. Wildrose Seniors Critic Kerry Towle said the announcement is a victory for seniors and their families across Alberta who have endured years of being served such poor quality food. AHS will consult with residents, families and staff to develop and present a plan of action to Horne by October, with full implementation of on-site and locally-based meal preparation by December. The directive applies to all long-term care centres operated by AHS across the province, home to approximately 2,700 residents.
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Twins research environment for University By Amelia Naismith Twin sisters from Ponoka are working with University of Alberta research teams to further biological and psychological research on birds and earthworms Kathryn and Victoria Wyering are taking part in the University of Alberta summer research Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science and Technology (WISEST) program. The sisters, who finished Grade 11 this year, were chosen to join 58 other Grade 11 students from across Canada to take part in WISEST. Kathryn is working with the biological sciences research team, studying earthworms and the endangered Ferruginous Hawk. Victoria is studying the patterns of birdsong with the psychology department. Applicants for the program were chosen based on specific factors. The students had to have above 85 per cent in all school subjects. There was also an essay and an application. “I hoped me and my sister would get in because it sounded like a good opportunity,” said Kathryn. Because of Kathryn’s love of biology in school, the program matched her with the biological sciences research team. Kathryn and the team are using video surveillance to monitor the nests of the hawks. One thing they’re looking at is prey delivery. “You get to actually see the hawks grow up,” said Kathryn. The research team is also studying earthworms, which, according to Kathryn, are invasive to Alberta. The team is trying to find out how many anglers use the worms as bait and informing people not to release the worms into soil or water. Victoria has spent her summer with the program measuring the calls of ravens. “We’re measuring the actual call to see if ravens all over the world have similar dialects,” Victoria said. “It’s pretty cool.” The research team is using stored audio clips of raven calls collected from Sweden and Austria to compare against their own. In her application, Victoria said she liked biology and animals but she isn’t as sure about the paths of science and her future as Kathryn. “I didn’t know about what I was going into,” Victoria said. “It’s been a good opportunity to see the U of A a lot more,” said Kathryn. After graduating she’s thinking of returning to the university to take agriculture and animal sciences and nutrition.
Victoria Wyering, a soon-to-be Grade 12 student from Ponoka, is spending the summer at the University of Alberta studying raven dialect. Submitted photo
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Kathryn Wyering is attending the Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science and Technology (WISEST) program at the University of Alberta. Submitted Photo
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Ponoka fair rebranded and shorter By Amelia Naismith The Ponoka agricultural fair may have a new name this year, and lots of other changes, but it hasn’t forgot its history. “One hundred years ago they where the fair in town,” said Ponoka Ag Society President Sherry Gummow. “But you have to change things up.” The rebranded Ponoka Community Fair will be held indoors at the Ponoka Ag Event Centre. It will also be held over just one day, Aug. 11, instead of two. “We’re trying to focus it all in one day,” said Gummow. “It’s going to be a tight schedule, but if it doesn’t work we’ll just change it back.” This changes the dynamics of the fair, says Gummow. Plus the weather and mud won’t be a concern this year. One of the fair’s newest attractions is the greased pig races. “It’s something for the kids to due,” said Gummow. The mutton busting will be held for the second year, with only the first 12 competitors accepted. While they aren’t new, Gummow is glad the agility dogs are back to entertain the crowds. “People really like them.” One of the biggest changes to the fair is its name, which was changed when the fair got rebranded. Gummow says the term county wasn’t inclusive enough since the fair attracted people from town too. Along with the name being changed from county to community, divisions within the fair broadened to appear more welcoming to both county and town residents. A senior’s tea will take place for the horticulture and hobby show Friday, Aug. 10 at the Ag Event Centre from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A community supper will also be held. Tickets are available at VJV and Busted Ladies Lingerie for $20. Community church will be held at the curling rink Aug. 12 at 10 a.m.
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Museum to host high tea By Amelia Naismith
Paving a trail: A Border Paving crew lays down asphalt on the walking trail along the 50th Street extension out to Ponoka Christian School.
Heritage weekend in Ponoka will involve a high tea to honor Queen Elizabeth II. Fort Ostell Museum is hosting high tea on Aug. 4. “We always do a tea honoring a group of immigrants to our area,” said manager Sandy Allsopp. Although the museum has honoured the British before, the museum wanted to take this opportunity to honour the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Allsopp encourages visitors to dress up in their high tea finest, or at least hats. And for those without, there’s always the hats at the museum. “When we do high tea typically the ladies all dress up,” Allsopp said. A tour of the museum is included and artifacts of the jubilee will be displayed. “It’s a really, really good deal for $5,” said Allsopp. High tea in cities such as Victoria or Banff cost around $50. “It’s the annual celebration for Heritage Weekend. We have it advertised and people just show up.” It is a rare feat the Queen is celebrating a Diamond Jubilee. When she was born, Elizabeth was third in line for the crown and was never expected to become queen. Only three other monarchs have celebrated a Diamond Jubilee during the Queen’s reign. They are: the former Sultan of Johor, who celebrated his in 1955, the late Emperor Hirohito of Japan celebrated his in 1986, and King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand celebrated his Diamond Jubilee in 2006.
Caitlin McLaren, summer student at the Fort Ostell Museum, demonstrates how ladies would have dressed for high tea in the past. Photo by Amelia Naismith
The Queen, at 85, is the oldest monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee, according to the official Diamond Jubilee website.
Cariboo account provides laughs and more laughs By Amelia Naismith
We couldn’t have done it without you! Your support of the Race Against Hunger during this year’s Ponoka Stampede will help the Ponoka Food Bank provide needed assistance to people in the community. Encana and the World Professional Chuckwagon Association knows that supporting the needs of the community is just as important to you as it is to us. With Encana’s match and your donations, over $20,000 and 901 pounds of food was collected for the Ponoka Food Bank. We salute the following corporate sponsors: Abacus Datagraphics Battle River Insurance D.I.T. Holdings Shawna and Foss Irwin Ponoka County RTS Services Sommer Hardware W. Pidhirney Welding Wedin Consulting
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Thank you to everyone who supported our Race Against Hunger!
In a world filled with teenage vampires and modified comic book heroes Never Shoot a Stampede Queen, the debut novel from Mark Leiren-Young, a former newspaper reporter in the Cariboo, is a refreshing pagetuner, and nearly impossible to stop thinking about even once put down. It’s refreshing because it’s real, and I don’t just mean it was set in real life, it’s more than that. It’s real emotions; real consequences happen to real characters, who make real mistakes that can’t always be fixed by the end of the chapter with a heart-to-heart and a hug. Most of all, it’s real hard to believe one man experienced all he did over the course of only a year. The tales Leiren-Young tells are riveting; it’s like a movie in your head. The factual novel follows Leiren-Young during his one and only year reporting for the Williams Lake Tribune of Williams Lake, B.C. Never Shoot a Stampede Queen was named after one of Leiren-Young’s reporting escapades for the Tribune. Although the book was published in 2008, it’s set in the 1980s. Leiren-Young spent many years collecting his stories and after revising them many times finally published them, after a lot of prodding from friends. Leiren-Young eventually moved back to the Cariboo with his wife. His book opens in a courtroom, the judge is arguing with the defendant, who happens to have a bomb strapped to his chest. Right from page one the pace never slows down. Unlike other factual books this one isn’t littered with dates or boring details. It just flows from one crazy, engulfing tale to the next. Leiren-Young uses unabashed honesty, sometimes at his own expense; to paint the small town of Williams Lake exactly how small towns are; crazy like a big city but dangerously more intimate. He takes you on a journey through the backwoods of British Columbia where the environmentalists really are mental, revenge includes a lead pipe or a gun, the dead of winter can actually kill, and everyone in the town accepts that’s just the way life is. This book made me laugh. It made me happy, sad, angry, and wishful. And because of all that it made itself
memorable. Looking at the book, sitting there on my desk I want to pick it up and read it again, even though it was finished hardly an hour ago. I want to run around, sticking a copy in every mailbox. I want to drive down to Hollywood to have it made into a movie, just so I have another fix of it. But only after directors swear not to ruin it or change a thing on pain of death. And I want to have I love Never Shoot a Stampede Queen tattooed on my bicep because the book was just that good, plain and simple. I could fill a newspaper on the psychology, ins and outs, pros and cons of this book but that would hardly scratch the surface of why it’s so great. It’s like ice cream on a hot day, satisfying and good, but no one can truly put their finger on why.
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Are the Olympic Games becoming too expensive? I don’t know about all of you but I will not be glued to the television set watching the London Summer Olympics for the next two weeks, but I will of course cheer frantically for our Canadian team, and will likely tune in on the finals. But then again, in this great weather we all need to get outside and enjoy our own “Olympic” activities, such as going to the beach, camping, fishing and all those other games that we can play at our own pace, with absolutely no stress, and where everyone is a winner. Like many others I did watch that long, but magnificent opening ceremony for the 2012 Summer Olympics, but I can’t help but wonder if that financially challenged nation can really afford to host one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events? While the Chinese invested $40 billion to host the last summer competition, the British had to survive on a budget of less than $15 billion, with $40 million set aside for that patriotic opening extravaganza. Whatever the case, both the Winter and Summer Olympics are the supreme showcases for international athletes to proudly compete and represent their nations against the best of the best in both the amateur and professional ranks of the major sports. Hopefully, long after the excitement of the games
has settled, the legacy that has been left behind will benefit the economy and progress for all areas of those host nations long into their future. Bottom line, the efforts and pride of all of those participating athletes Mike Rainone is wonderful to see, Hammertime but if the price tag or the politics becomes too much to stage these sports spectaculars, what will the future be for the world’s most friendly and peaceful games? The law versus the ice cream man I was really shocked last week when I read an article announcing that some areas of our vibrant and free nation are currently waging a war against the traditional and extremely popular travelling ice cream vendors. Apparently some municipalities are actually preparing restrictions to limit the noise levels of the neat music and jingles that these frozen treat vendors make to attract their excited and happy neighbourhood customers. Others are pushing bylaws that would allow
Become a literacy gold medalist The London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games offer an excellent opportunity for parents and children to cheer on their favourite athletes while practicing literacy skills. 1. Find out where the Olympic flame has travelled by looking at a map. You can practice your numeracy skills by calculating the distance travelled. A detailed map can be found at: http://www.london2012.com/torch-relay/route/ 2. Write a note of congratulations and send it to your favourite Canadian athlete. 3. Keep track of the number of gold, silver and bronze medals won by Canadian athletes. Use cool stickers to mark your tally. 4. Find out more about London, England. Read up on famous Brits like Shakespeare and Henry VIII. 5. Research the sports being played. Identify one that you are least familiar with and read up on its rules. 6. Sing the Canadian national anthem in English and French to cheer on the teams.
7. Research information about your favourite athlete. Find out where they grew up, how they train, what their favourite food is, etc. 8. Look up Olympic-inspired trivia. (Did you know Clara Hughes is the only Canadian athlete to win a medal at both the summer and winter Olympic Games?) 9. Learn the history of the Olympic Games, such as its origins and past and future host cities. Locate those host cities on a map. 10. During timed events, calculate the difference between the top athletes’ performances to improve your numeracy skills.
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most of the street vendors to sell their goodies only in commercial areas or complexes, and not on the streets, where they claim that it is unsafe for the children to run across the road to catch up to the treat trucks. As if our courts are not completely full and backed up with many more important cases, a judge of the Ontario Supreme Court recently took a long time to write a 60-page report ruling against an appeal of ice cream vendors to have the mobility rights of pursuing their livelihoods. On the other hand, Toronto, one of the largest and busiest cities in Canada, has absolutely no problem with street vendors, and actually openly encourages their service to the public. In Kelowna, B.C. city council moved to ban all music from ice cream vendors but after thousands of angry emails and letters from the public, they rescinded and allowed them to go on their merry way, only having to tune it down a little when they were parked. As kids, and later as parents some years ago in Ponoka, we will never forget the exciting arrival on a hot summer day of the Dickie Dee ice
cream bike or other cool and sweet treat vendors into our neighbourhood or at countless community events. Call me old-fashioned if you want, but I do say bah humbug to those who would dare to pick on any of those hardy street vendors, who have faithfully plied their trade with a cheerful personal touch for so many years, while making many friends and customers along the way, wherever they appear in communities, large or small. See you at the fair Hopefully everyone has swung into summer and are busy getting their entries ready for the Ponoka Agricultural Society on Aug. 10 and 11 at the Ponoka Ag Event Centre. Along with the many divisions of home, hobby and horticultural competitions for all ages, the 2012 event will also offer special treats and fun for the whole family. Pick up a fair information booklet around town; entries will be accepted on Thursday, Aug. 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Friday, Aug. 10 from 8 until 11 a.m. Then just get out there and have a great week, all of you!
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ALERT Green Teams turn up heat on grow ops With summer in full swing, the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team’s (ALERT) Green Teams are reminding everyone to be on the lookout for rural and outdoor marijuana grow operations. ALERT Green Teams, integrated teams made up of Calgary Police Service, Edmonton Police Service and RCMP members, investigate and dismantle marihuana grow operations in rural and urban Alberta. Between April 1, 2011 and March 31, 2012, ALERT seized more than 57,000 marijuana plants, valued at nearly $69 mil-
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where they feel their activity is more concealed and may go unnoticed. This is why it’s so important to be on the lookout.� Signs of a rural or outdoor marijuana grow operation include: • lime green vegetation concealed from roads or hidden within other crops; • residents who appear to be living in the area temporarily; • construction materials or the construction of temporary structures; • isolated greenhouse structures; • pumps, generators or other equipment
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Going to the fair brings out the kid in all of us Most days I am a responsible adult milk and checking labels for fat condoing my best to follow a strict regime tent. of diet, exercise and not too much TV. And then hesitantly, in a lady like But for one brief magical moment delicate way, I carefully detached a in time, that all changed. I turned into tiny bit of the pink fluff with my fina kid again. gers and let it dissolve in my mouth. Why? That was it. I was done. I went to the fair. As the candy dissolved, so did my Despite the fact the cute little girl thoughts. Before I knew it, I was cramat the ticket booth looked at me long ming handfuls of the sticky, sweet suff and hard, no doubt trying to decide if into my mouth and then licking my I could be her grandma and charge me sticky fingers like there was no tomoraccordingly, I felt like a kid from the row. time my sparkly sandals hit the dirt of And that was not the end of it. midway. Before the night was over I had The fair, with its potpourri of rides consumed copious quantities of fudge, and screams and laughter and rows almost a whole bag of those little melt of games of chance, is a delightful in your mouth donuts, a good portion assault to the senses. For one thing of an elephant’s ear and a huge hamthere are the people; lots and lots of people spillDeb Stevens ing out of the midway, Associate Broker filling the stands at the real estate central alberta 403-704-3152 6000 - 48 Ave., Ponoka pony chucks, screaming in delirious excitement QUALITY CUSTOM BUILT as they ride on a five• 1.5 Storey w/ stunning view RICE minute crest of terror. • 90 x 156 Lot NEW P • 1896 sq ft – 4 b/r – 3 baths There are the food • Custom Oak Kitchen booths offering food at • Vaulted Wood Ceilings ridiculous prices that re• Hardwood Flooring sponsible adults such as One Owner $ Home! 349,000 I with an ounce of selfdiscipline should avert PERFECT FAMILY HOME their eyes from. • 1328 sq. ft. bi-level RICE • 4 bdrms/3 baths I didn’t, of course. I NEW P • Custom Kitchen looked. I bought. I ate. • Master w/ensuite, jetted tub And then there are • Finished basement • Fenced and landscaped back yard the booths offering priz$ es that dangled in front 314,900 of poor unsuspecting fair-goers such as I like eye candy. LISA SMITH And, of course, there Associate are the fortune tellers real estate central alberta 6000 - 48 Ave., Ponoka 403-704-0646 who could tell you in 10 minutes and so many NEW LISTINGS THIS WEEK! dollars where your life was headed and in 20 WARM & INVITING 1/2 DUPLEX minutes tell you how to - 1036 sq. ft. get there. And there was - 2 bdrm & 2 bath the cheap jewelry, so - Open concept w/vaulted ceilings - Main floor laundry dazzling and beautiful, - Central air it had me digging in my - Must be seen! - Centrally located purse to see if I had any change left over from the food booths I had already frequented. “Stay away from that fair,” my brother ALL SEASON RENO’D CABIN warned me every year - On Red Deer Lake it came to town. “You’ll - 2 bdrms & 1 bath - Updated kitchen, bath, paint, just be throwing away electrical, plumbing, & flooring your money.” throughout - Private, multi-tiered deck I loved my brother. - Landscaped & shed Always have. Always will. But, sometimes, I found it best to give him a hug, blow him a kiss and then simply ignore WELL KEPT BUNGALOW him. “Want some cotton - Neat & tidy 1200+ sq. ft. candy?” my sister asked, - 4 bdrms & 2 baths - Fresh paint & original hardwood holding aloft her puff of flooring pink delight. - Hot water tank & furnace are newer & in excellent condition I thought about sal- Fully fenced yard w/ hot tub ads and fish for supper. I thought about B vitamins and green tea and pumpkin flax and skim
burger and an order of greasy fries. Of course, to appease my guilt, I washed it all down with a Diet Coke. But as I waddled back to the truck, half a packet of those sugar donuts clutched in my sticky fingers, I was absolutely, positively happy. A little sick, perhaps, but happy. And now I’m back. Salads. Exercise. Working hard. Working out. It’s all good. But, I’m glad; so glad, that one
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summer’s night not so long ago, I regressed very badly and and ate cotton candy and a whole bunch of other really bad stuff and allowed myself the absolute delight of laughing hysterically with my sister over nothing very much at all. Shared laughter, cotton candy, a star-studded night in summer. For me, it’s not a bucket list thing. But maybe it should be. I don’t think it gets much better!
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This family home located in newer section of Lucas Heights is less than 1 year old, finished up and down with attached garage, attractive floor plan and many nice features. Priced to sell $305,000.00
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6.96 Acres on pavement SW of Ponoka. 2/3 treed with your choice of ideal building sites. Priced to sell $129.900.
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Tribute bands set to rock Loonstock Missed Led Zeppelin in their heyday? Couldn’t afford a ticket for the last KISS farewell tour. You still have a chance to see some of the best classic rock music performed at a fraction of arenatour prices. Wetaskiwin will host the first Loonstock Music Festival Aug. 4 at the Loon’s Golf & RV Resort from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.. Acts include award-winning tribute bands paying homage to AC/DC (Thunderstruck), Led Zeppelin (The Led Zeppelin Show), KISS (IKONS) and Bon Jovi (Blaze of Glory). Loonstock was conceived by Wetaskiwin businessman Larry Moussa, and Glen Jevne with the James Theatre. Moussa said the genesis for Loonstock was seeing The Led Zeppelin Show perform at the James Theatre. “I was impressed with The Led Zeppelin Show
and I thought they would be a great cornerstone for a concert,” he recalled. “We also want to promote and showcase some of Alberta’s new talent.” Others on the bill include Connie Gogo, For One More Day, and Mad Shadow, which is the members of The Led Zeppelin Show playing their own music. Tickets are $99 per person or $129 for VIP seating. Each pass to Loonstock, includes nine holes of golf at the Loon’s, a $20 value, good for a future round of nine. The number of VIP tickets has been capped at 150, and it includes reserved bleacher seating. Moussa said Loonstock will be held on 80 acres and feature a professional stage, and room for 150 campers in RVs and tents. The gates open the day before Loonstock. Loonstock can be seen as an alternative to the Big Valley Jamboree just down the road in Cam-
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rose. Moussa expects about 1,000 people to attend the inaugural Loonstock but there is plenty of room for more. The tribute bands will sell tickets but Moussa said the emerging Alberta talent is sure to please concert-goers. For ticket information, call the hotline at 780352-3300, or 1-888-928-7499.
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CFSA picks members Ponoka resident Charlene Burns has been reappointed to the Central Alberta Child and Family Services Authority (CFSA) The new board co-chairs are: Christine Moore from Red Deer County, who has served as a board member for one year; and Jason Sansregret from Consort, who has served more than four years. The other board members are: - Patricia-Jo Churchill (Innisfail) - Roxanne Stillings (Consort) - Lorraine White (Louis Bull - Hobbema) - Alice Berger (Drayton Valley) - Lori McCrea (Lacombe) - John (Jack) Ramsden (Three Hills) - Grace Higgins (Red Deer) The 10-member board of the Central Alberta CFSA supports the efforts of the CFSA by providing strategic direction, monitoring and assessing regional activities, providing governance support, and connecting central Alberta communities to all facets of the organization. Central Albertans benefit by having board members bring a variety of community perspectives and experiences to the governance table. Members discuss the work of the CFSA in the community and appreciate input from central Albertans. As an agent of the Crown, the Central Alberta CFSA is an integral part of the ministry of Human Services. The board of the Central Alberta CFSA is appointed by the minister and is accountable to the minister.
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Music greats get together for stories and songs By Treena Mielke Two country music greats will get together this summer to provide their audience with a delightful mix of stories and songs. Country star and Bentley native Dick Damron, and Grand Ol Opry star George Hamilton IV will be at the Bentley Ag Centre Aug. 16 at 7 p.m. Damron, who has returned from Mexico to spend his summer at his home near Bentley, said he and Hamilton have a history together. “We go back quite a ways.” He recalled a time in 1979 when he was touring in Europe and the theatre where he was to perform burned down the night before his performance. “When we received that news, we made plans to take in the George Hamilton IV concert in Oxford. George, being the gentleman that he is, left passes at the box office and provided Gordon Davies (my tour manager) and me with the best seats in the house.” Chuckling, Damron recalled that George introduced him to the audience and then performed Countryfied, telling the audience that Dick had written the song for him and that his current tour was so hot the venues were burning down before he could play them. A song performed by Hamilton that night, attributed to Scottish singer Moira Anderson, sparked an idea for Damron that later evolved into the song “If London Were a Lady.”
He recalled writing the words to the song, which he says is one of the prettiest songs he would ever write. “A couple of days after George’s concert, I was in London waiting for a few hours to fly to Chicago and on to Nashville to record. I had been walking along an almost-deserted street. It was foggy and a drizzling rain had me soaked and chilled to the bone. A few doors down, I discovered a small pub. I entered, ordered a cup of coffee and removed my rainsoaked jacket. By the time the waiter returned with my coffee, I had taken a paper napkin from the dispenser and began to write.” Since his first record release of Gonna Have a Party in 1958, his first chart record, ‘That’s What I Call Living: in 1961 and his first number 1 recording of “Hitch Hikin’” on RCA in 1964, Dick Damron has written more than 500 songs and recorded more than 30 CDs, cassettes and vinyl albums. The International Country Music Hall of Famer, has performed in thousands of venues around the world and won almost every country music award in Canada. He is the recipient of five Texas Awards and was twice named Foreign Artist of the Year in Europe. His autobiography, The Legend and The Legacy, was published in 1998. He has also written the novels Rock A Bye Baby Blues and Pacific Coast Radio. He is working on a book entitled The Last Days Of a Crazy Old Man
in Mexico. Damron, who has experienced health issues in the last few years, said he is surprised his creativity remains strong. “I am amazed the creativity still lives inside of me,” he said. “But, now when I’m out of gas; I’m out of gas.” As much as Damron has become a legend in his own right in the country music world, he downplays his own accomplishments and encourages the public to come and listen to Hamilton 1V, whom he views as an extremely talented musician. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to see someone like that. He’s absolutely a wonderful person and as humble as can be.” George Hamilton IV’s impressive record includes being the first country artist to go behind the Iron Curtain where he gave concerts in Prague and Moscow. Throughout the ‘70s and ‘80s he hosted his own national television series in Britain and Canada which was later syndicated to New Zealand, South Africa and Hong Kong. He received the Gospel Music Association’s Dove Award in 1988 and was nominated again 2004, 2005 and 2007 for his countrygospel recordings. George Hamilton IV recorded his first hit single ‘A Rose and A Baby Ruth’ in 1956 and by early 1957 it was a certified million-selling gold record. Country hists like Before This Country music singer Dick Damron will join Day Ends, Three Steps forces with George Hamilton IV to provide to the Phone, ruck Drivin music and stories at the Bentley Agricultural Man, and his signature Centre later this summer. File Photo song Abilene earned his induction to the Sidewalk of The Stars at the Country music Hall of Fame. As well as performing in Bentley, Damron and George Hamilton IV will play at the Edmonton Century Casino Aug. 17 and at the Red Deer Central Music Festival Aug. 19.
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Water diviner discovers the H2O jackpot By Amelia Naismith For 77 years, water tracing has been the most important part of one man’s life. Perry Rhine lives in Alix and he is a full-time water tracer. “I call it water tracing, some call it water witching but I don’t call it that,” he said. Since he was 10 years old Rhine has been able to find water veins running under the ground. He started out using a forked branch but has used many different tools over the years. Rhine’s father traded a team of horses for hav-
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ing a well dug. The man who dug the well brought in a water tracer to tell him where to dig. It was at that moment Rhine found his calling in life. He says he can tell how many gallons per minute run through the vein and how deep the vein is. “It’s the most interesting thing I’ve done in my life, and the most important,” Rhine said. “I know more about the water than anyone in North America.” Since he started Rhine has spent more than $40,000 of his own money tracing water. Once he finds an author, Rhine wants
to publish a book about the water he’s found. “I know the location of millions of gallons of water.” Since the Ponoka Stampede Rhine has been to Saskatchewan to find water for three different people. Soon he’ll go back on a new job. “I went clean across Saskatchewan.” Four or five years ago Rhine discovered what he believes to be a large vein running under the Ponoka Stampede Grounds with several smaller veins running adjacent to it. He calculated the vein runs at 430 gallons per minute and is 105 feet underground.
Rhine says he talked to the Stampede senator Shorty Jones about the vein. “They never called me to go show it to them. I don’t know why they never called me,” Rhine said. Jones has no recollection of meeting Rhine. Since Rhine is more than 80 years old he’s been looking for a protégé. However, he says not anybody can just find water. Many people are just finding iron in the ground. Rhine claims it has the same effect on his instruments. “It’s something in my body.”
MARKET REPORT JULY 25, 2012 On Wednesday, July 25, 2012- 892 head of cattle went through our rings & 140 head on the Canadian Satellite sale - TOTAL -1032
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Athletes perform well at Summer Games By Amelia Naismith Brothers from Bentley who competed in the Alberta Summer Games both won medals. Kolton Hueppelheuser won silver in the octathalon but didn’t do as well in this other events. “It was fairly easy but in octathalon the guy in first kept kicking my butt,” Hueppelheuser said. There were only three athletes in the event, which surprised Hueppelheuser. Although he placed only fourth in triple jump Hueppelheuser beat his personal record. “It was a lot of fun, and now it’s time to sleep.” Hueppelsheuser’s brother, Tyson, won bronze in the U15 4x110-m rely. Tyson went to the Games with a lot of confidence in his triple jump and placed sixth in the event. For the entire Summer Games zone
4, which includes Bentley, Rimbey and Ponoka, brought in 12 gold, 20 silver and 28 bronze medals. Softball get silver The zone 4 softball team took home silver from the Games. Ponoka player Carmen Lomas loved playing in Lethbridge and bonded with her teammates. “I had a great time,” Lomas said. In the first and second games Lomas’s team won 11-0, in the third game they won 9-3. “The only game we lost was the gold medal game,” Lomas said. The final score was 5-4. Lomas says the Games went well despite the hot weather and lack of wind to cool the players. “I would definitely go again if I had the opportunity,” Lomas said.
It’s in the hole!: John Jones attempts to sink his ball while his brother Jack looks on. Photo by Amelia Naismith
Cenalta teaches hunting skills Submitted Cenalta Youth Conservation Academy, which is affiliated with the Alberta Fish and Game Association, and focuses its energies on Conservation Education Today For Tomorrow; held another successful camp from July 15 to 20 with 37 youth attending at the Second Chain Lakes Site. Students were kept busy, learning about firearms safety, hunter education, archery, canoeing, orienteering, fire starting, and fly tying. Once the students passed the firearm course they were able to participate on the range using .22-calibre small bore rifles, shotguns, and black powder. On the lake, the youths worked on canoeing skills, and had fun doing T rescues. Some of the students were fortunate enough to watch a flyfishing demonstration with one instructor actually catching a small fish in the busy docking area of the lake. A fish and wildlife officer came out to do a presentation, detailing his responsibilities; he went through some wildlife identification, and rules and regulations about fish and wildlife. The students were kept interested with the encounters that he and others had been involved in. He brought along a set of big horn sheep and mountain goat horns to show. The students asked lots of questions. Could
there be some future wildlife officers among this group? During camp, the youths went out on a nature walk to spot different types of plants; some being edible, some poisonous, and some having medicinal properties. That same evening, the group played a game of hunter’s education bingo, where they made their own bingo card and then played them for a chance to win one of the many prizes that were available. Little did they know we were actually using this technique to help them review for their test they were to write the next morning. The last night of camp consisted of our firestarting competition, where this year the junior instructors were defeated by one of the youth groups (better luck next year), a game of water balloon dodgeball was played, and the evening ended with stories by the campfire. Camp closure day, consisted of the campers and their parents enjoying a lunch together and presentations; 37 students went home with their Firearms Safety Certificate, 36 went home with their Hunter’s Education Certificate (1 had previously completed the course), Ducks Unlimited cap, Cenalta T-shirt, information on the Youth Pheasant Program, and a kit the Alberta Hunters Education Instructors Association (AHEIA) put together for all of them.
Practice run: Erik Moonias works on his moves at the Ponoka skate park. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Olympic champion seen as a saint
Swinging in the sun: Bruce Martin (left) and Rob Armitage spend an afternoon at Ponoka Community Golf Club. Photo by Amelia Naismith
It’s the Olympics again. The London Olympics are in full swing, and for some of us that is great news, but for others, maybe not so much. No matter what we think of this worldwide sporting event, I think few of us can resist a true story of an Olympic hero. Each Olympics, has its heroes. Those men and women, by raw talent and extreme training, not only excel, but super-excel in their sport. For us in Canada, we’ve had many. The latest is of course Sid, (The kid) Crosby, in our own Vancouver Olympics. In the 1924 Paris Games, Eric Liddell, of Great Britain, was one of those. You might say that he would be compared to Michael Phelps, or Usain Bolt. It wasn’t how often he won but rather how he did it. He was spectacular! But that isn’t the whole story: Eric won the gold medal in the 440-yard race while setting a world record. He was a shoe-in for a gold medal at the Olympics. But not in the 440, which he won. He hadn’t even tried out for that one. His event was the 100-yard dash. He was touted by all the experts and British media types of his day to win the 100-yard dash, and might have been called “The fastest man on Earth.” Eric was born in China in 1902, the son of missionary parents. He was educated in Great Britain. From an early age, Eric had two things which were of utmost importance in his young life, the Gospel, taught at his mother’s knee, and sports. By age 15 he had won the coveted Blackheath Cup as the best all around athlete in his school, and was captain of both the cricket and rugby teams. While in university in Edinburgh, he was gaining tremendous notoriety as the fastest runner in Scotland and in the UK. The newspapers were all ablaze with his exploits, and he was proclaimed to
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be a potential gold medalist at the upcoming Olympics in Paris. Arriving in Paris, he was dismayed to see that the heats for his specialty were to be run on Sunday. This wouldn’t be a problem for most of us, but his principles, learned from his parents, forbid such a thing. He turned down Pastor Jerry Preheim the probable gold medal Church of the Open Bible A member of the in the 100-yard race for Ponoka Ministerial a long shot at the podiAssociation um in the 440. Wikipedia quotes onlookers of that day as saying, “He was dead last coming into the last lap (each lap was 220 yards) and then he threw back his head and passed his entire competition.” No matter what you might think of his decision on that fateful day we all have to admit that it took tremendous courage to stand up for his principles and to do what he did. We all should wish for that kind of courage. Two years later, he left for China to be a missionary, and teach sports and science in a school over there. Then in 1937 the Japanese invaded his adopted homeland. In 1941 he sent his wife and children to Canada to live with her family. In 1943 he was interned in a Japanese war camp. Two years later, just months before the end of the war, Eric died of a brain tumor and was buried in China. These events can be seen in the Oscar-winning movie Chariots of Fire. Sally Magnusson, who saw the movie and got to wondering what this man was really like, relates, in the biography, The Flying Scotsman, the core of his life: “It was about knowing Jesus Christ and letting the fruit of His Spirit flow through him to others.” Sally, in her investigation, knocked on doors of some whom had known Eric. When the door opened, Sally introduced herself and what she was doing. At the mention of Eric Liddell’s name she heard remarks like, “Kindest man I’ve ever met.” Isn’t kindness a fruit of the Spirit? From the forward Sally wrote in her book, “I thought I had found something when I happened on a disillusioning eyewitness account of the behavior of some of the missionaries in a Japanese internment camp where Liddell spent the last months of his life. I read of tempers lost and heavy moralizing, of exclusiveness and selfishness. That author scarcely had good words for anyone, but least of all for the Protestant Christians. Then I turned the page and found this: “It is rare indeed when anyone has the good fortune to meet a saint, but he comes as close to it as anyone.” Of course, he was talking about Eric Liddell.
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ANNA BAUER 1924 - 2012 Anna (Krompaski) Bauer was born on March 17, 1924 in Legnava, Czechoslovakia and passed away on July 23, 2012 in Red Deer, Alberta at the age of 88 years. Anna was the only child in the family. She worked at many farms in her early years earning $8.00 a month. After living in Dawson Creek, B.C. she came back to Ponoka and worked at the Alberta Hospital as well as helping her parents on the farm. On April 16, 1946 she married Private Peter Bauer after he had been discharged from the Canadian Artillery in WW II. Anna and Peter lived on the farm for a short while before moving to Ponoka. Peter had joined the C.P.R. Anna and Peter raised three children: Helen, Michael and Stephen. Shortly after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, Peter passed away. Anna remained busy and loved spending time with her family. She never forgot her Lord Jesus from where she drew her strength through many difficult times. In 1994, she moved to Rimoka Lodge. There she kept herself busy doing all kinds of crafts. She earned many awards in the Red Deer and Ponoka Fairs. Anna moved to the Red Deer Hospice on June 4, 2012. She was very much ready to meet her Lord and her family is sure the door was wide open. She will be lovingly remembered by her son Stephen (Jane) Bauer; grandchildren: Richard (Melanie) Bauer and Shena Bauer, Laurie (Chris) Crandlemire, Kevan (Jennifer) Winship, Andrea Bauer and Mark (Jennifer) Bauer; great-grandchildren: Matthew Crandlemire, Kristopher, Peter, Travis, Dylan and Adam Winship, and Alexander Wilson; her daughter-in-law Sylvia Bauer; as well as numerous friends. She was predeceased by her parents Mike and Anna Krompaski, her husband Peter Bauer, her daughter Helen Smith and her son Michael Bauer. A Funeral Service was held on Sunday, July 29, 2012 at 3:00 p.m at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Ponoka. Interment followed in the Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta. To express condolences to Anna’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.
DUCKWORTH Thomas “Blair” July 9, 1968 - July 18, 2012 With great sadness, Blair has passed away. He leaves to mourn his mom Ruth. His sisters: Joanne ( Tim) of Drayton Valley; Linda (Cliff) of Berrymore; Dorothy ( Darryl) of Berrymore; Donna ( Andy) of Warburg; his brother, Albert ( Margaret) of Berrymore; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Blair was predeceased by his Dad Tom in 2002. Cremation has already taken place. A family memorial will be held at a later date.
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Publication date: WED. AUG. 8 FRI. AUG. 10 Deadline is: Fri. August 3 at NOON Sylvan Lake News & Eckville Echo Publication date: THUR. AUG. 9 Deadline is: Fri. August 3 at 5 p.m. Bashaw Publication date: TUES.AUG. 7 Deadline is: Thur. August 2 at NOON Castor - Regular deadline Have a safe & happy holiday CLASSIFIEDS 403-309-3300 classifieds@reddeeradvocate.com www.wegotads.ca
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AL-ANON Weekly meeting Tuesdays, 8 p.m. at the Neighbourhood Place, 5115-49 Ave. For more info 403-783-4557
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Thurs. Aug. 16th, 7 p.m. Bentley Ag Centre Advance tickets $20 at the Monkey Top $25 at the door. BENTLEY THURS. AUG. 16 EDMONTON CENTURY CASINO AUG. 17 RED DEER CENTRAL MUSIC FEST AUG. 19 dickdamron.com
Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 pm Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more information 403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday night meetings at the Anglican Church Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone 403-783-0719 for info. THURSDAY AA Meetings at 8:30 p.m. in the Catholic Church basement. 52 Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka. Open meetings first Thursday of the month, Everyone Welcome. 403-783-4347 or 403-783-2493
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No evenings - no weekends! Please email resume to conceptdentalreddeer@ gmail.com or drop off resume to Concept Dental (Suite101 5018 45 ST. Attn Kelli.
WA N T E D R D A I I M o n . Thurs. for General dental practice in Rimbey. Previous exp. preferred. Please fax resume to 403-843-2607
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Farm workers needed for harvest season. Experienced combine (case 8010), grain cart and class 1 semi drivers needed for harvest in south eastern alberta in the Foremost area. Room, board and meals included. Call Richard at 403-647-7391. FULL-TIME EQUIPMENT OPERATOR needed on mixed farm and feedlot near Westlock. Successful candidate will need to be able to operate most farm equipment and farm trucks. Must have a valid and clean Class 3 drivers licence. Cattle experience an asset. Fax resume and driver abstract to 780-349-5414 or email to: rob@jubileefarms.ca. PERSON REQUIRED for full-time cattle position on Westlock area mixed farm and feedlot. Must have animal health training or appropriate feedlot experience. Farm equipment and computer knowledge is an asset. Fax resume to 780-349-5414 or email to: rob@jubileefarms.ca.
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SULLY CHAPMAN BEATTIE LLP has an immediate opening for a well organized, fast working, legal assistant with experience in Residential and Commercial Real Estate Conveyancing. Corporate Experience would be an asset. Salary and benefits are negotiable and will be commensurate with experience. Please email your resume to kbeattie@scblaw.ca Please Note: We will only reply to those candidates meeting our criteria.
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3BOYS TANK and Vac (Fox Creek, Alberta) is currently seeking a Dispatcher. This position requires a self-motivated team player that possesses great interpersonal communication skills. 3Boys offers competitive wages, bonus & benefits programs. Fax resume to 780-622-2878 or email to: dosac@telus.net. EXPERIENCED WATER and Vacuum Haulers required. H2S, PST, First Aid. Above average day rate and cushy benefits plan. Fax 403-934-3487. Email: reception @mjswaterhauling.ca
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Little Treasures Family Day Home
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IS looking to fill the following positions in the: HINTON AND FOX CREEK LOCATION * Oilfield Construction Supervisors * Oilfield Construction Lead Hands * Stainless and Carbon Welders * B-Pressure Welders * Pipefitters * Experienced Pipeline Equipment Operators * Experienced oilfield labourers * Industrial Painters * 7-30 tonne Picker Truck Operator with Class 1 H2S Alive ( Enform), St. John (Red Cross) standard first aid) & in-house drug and alcohol tests are required. Please submit resume to hr@alstaroc.com or Fax to 780-865-5829 Quote job #61971 on resume
PILE BASE CONTRACTORS, Drayton Valley, is currently looking for: Piling Rig Operators, Bed Truck, Winch Tractor Operators. Experience an asset; will train if necessary. Oilfield tickets required. We offer competitive wages and benefits package. Fax resume to 780-542-6201.
ROAD TRAIN OILFIELD TRANSPORT LTD
is looking for journeyman picker operator.Top wages and benefits. Safety tickets required. Fax or drop off resume 403-346-6128. No phone calls.
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SWAMPERS
for busy oilfield trucking company. Top wages Fax resume to: 403-346-6128, Attn: Pierre No phone calls please!
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is looking for providers. Do you want to stay home with your own children? Make a little money on the side? Family day home might be a good option for you Flexible hours, great training, and a wonderful team to work with We offer good wages, government incentives and added bonuses If you are loving caring and enjoy working with children give Little Treasures a call. Call Crystal @ 403-783-8043
Job Opportunities for the Samsom Cree Nation
ECD LEVELS 2 & 3 We are looking for 3 skilled Childcare Workers with ECD Levels 2&3. For more information or to apply please contact the SCN Personnel Department at 780-585-3793 ext. 179 or the SCN Daycare Centre at 780-585-3930
F/T Receptionist/Secretary We are looking for someone to join our team in Ponoka
The successful candidate should have a pleasant phone manner, good customer service skills, computer literate and the ability to multi task in busy office environment. Accounting skills would be an asset. Please drop off resume Attn: Steve or email to:
swolbeck@adamsgm.com No phone calls please
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 35 hours/week Required Qualifications: - Minimum Grade 12 diploma (Sec. Ed. in relevant field preferred) - Exceptional people skills - Excellent organizational abilities - Proficient computer knowledge (including Word & Excel) - Previous administration experience - Ability to make a 1 year commitment Resumes will be accepted until August 17, 2012 Position commences Tuesday, September 4, 2012 Please apply to: Ponoka Youth Centre/Big Brothers Big Sisters Box 4115/#4, 5004 – 54 Street, Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5 Phone: 403-783-3112 Fax: 403-783-3108 Email: beth@ponokayouthcentre.com
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Attention Toyota Product Advisors Is looking to fill the following position
FLEET MANAGER
The successful candidate will have: * Good Computer Skills with MS Office * Managerial Experience * Mechanical Knowledge is an asset * Excellent Organizational and People Skills Relocation to either our Hinton or Fox Creek office will be mandatory Must pass an in-house Drug and Alcohol Test. Please submit resumes to hr@alstaroc.com or fax to 780 865 5829 QUOTE JOB # 61974 ON RESUME
Is looking to fill the following position in our Hinton location:
DISPATCH The successful candidate will have: * Oilfield/Pipeline crew dispatch experience (an asset) * Ability to pay attention to Detail * Excellent Organizational and People Skills * Problem Solving Skills * Good Computer Skills with MS Office * Managerial Experience, will be an asset Must pass an in-house Drug and Alcohol Test. Please submit resumes to hr@alstaroc.com or fax to 780 865 5829 QUOTE JOB # 61973 ON RESUME
PRODUCTION TESTING PERSONNEL REQ’D BONUS INCENTIVE PROGRAM, BENEFITS!!
Join Our Fast GrowinTeam!! QUALIFIED DAY AND NIGHT SUPERVISORS
(Must be able to Provide own work truck)
FIELD OPERATORS Valid 1st Aid, H2S, Drivers License required!! Please contact Murray McGeachy or Kevin Becker by Fax: (403) 340-0886 or email mmcgeachy@ cathedralenergyservices.com kbecker@ cathedralenergyservices.com website: www. cathedralenergyservices. com Your application will be kept strictly confidential.
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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: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php.
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ALSTAR is a long standing and quickly growing Gas & Oilfield Construction Company and is looking to fill the following position:
Human Resources Coordinator
Successful candidate will be required to relocate to Hinton, Alberta For complete Job Description & Application Form, please go to our website www.alstaroilfield.com Please Quote Job #61972 CITY OF YELLOWKNIFE Assistant Superintendent, Solid Waste Facility. The City of Yellowknife is seeking an individual to assume the position of Assistant Superintendent, Solid Waste Facility. For more information on this position, including the required qualifications, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’s webpage at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at 867-920-5659. Submit resume in confidence no later than August 10, 2012, quoting competition #902-105M to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, YK, NT, X1A 2N4. Fax 867-669-3471 or email: hr@yellowknife.ca.
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Alpine Toyota has an immediate opening for a Toyota Product Advisor. Our dealership is situated in Cranbrook B.C. the major business & recreation hub for the entire East Kootenay. We are currently looking for a Product Advisor with a track-record of success who is interested in working in a positive team environment. We offer on-going training, a generous compensation plan and an engaged group of Team Leaders to help our Product Advisors achieve their goals. For the right applicant relocation expenses and a guaranteed income will be considered. If you love selling Toyota products and the quality of life that can be found in the East Kootenay’s sounds interesting, please forward your resume in confidence to our Sales Team Leader by email: kdunsire@alpinetoyota or by phone at 250-489-4010. If you present the qualities and values we are looking for we will contact successful applicants for an interview.
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TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is now accepting resumes for the logging season: Heavy Duty Hoe, Dozers, Bunchers, Skidders, & Process Operators. Fax resume 780-778-2428.
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AN ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. Are you ready for the next challenge? We are currently seeking talented and innovative teamplayers who are passionate about construction for the Red Deer, Central Alberta Cancer Centre project. Experienced Construction Labourers and Carpenters (Apprentice to Journeyperson) wanted. Resumes may be submitted on our website, www.sodcl.com, or can be sent by fax or postal mail to: Attention: Tracy Brown Stuart Olson Contracting Inc. 1560 Hastings Cres. SE Calgary, AB T2G 4E1 Fax: 403-720-8674 HD MECHANIC. Journeymen/3rd Year Apprentices. Exp - Oilfield Trucks/Trailers. Great Pay, Benefits! Fax Resume: 780-826-4152. hrdept@breckels.com
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Busy Automotive shop requires a FULL-TIME AUTO TECHNICIAN Wages and benefits commensurate with experience/skill Apply with resume to : J&EMotors . 4201-49 Street Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1H1 Fax780-352-5385
MANAGEMENT Trainee Required Westcan Fabricating Ltd is a fast growing oil and gas fabricating company based out of Ponoka AB.
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edium size accounting Àrm located in Ponoka, Alberta, which provides professional services to agriculture, small business, government organizations, and professionals, is currently seeking a senior level accountant to join our team. You would provide a variety of professional services to our clients, including audit and assurance and general taxation matters.
The successful candidate will have: *2 years Post-Secondary Education in either Business/Oil & Gas Technology *Good Computer Skills with MS Office; *Detailed Orientated individual who can deal with multi-tasking and changing priorities and staff on a daily basis. *Experience working in fabricating oil and gas production equipment an asset. Competitive wages with benefit packages available. Interested candidates please send resume to admin@westcanfab.ca Of fax to 403-775-4014
Applicants should have at least 3 years experience in public practice and preferably have obtained an accounting designation. We will consider applicants nearing completion of their accounting designation programs with public practice experience. ProÀciency in Caseware and other accounting and tax related software would be an asset.
VAC & STEAM TRUCK OPERATOR. Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Camp Work, Experience an Asset. Email/Fax Resume: 780-473-3996, bryksent@telus.net.
Interested applicants please email or fax your resume and cover letter in conÀdence to Tim Rowland at 403-783-6170 or resume@ rowlandparker.com. We would like to thank all candidates who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are a Àrm that provides opportunities for learning and growth with increasing levels of responsibility commensurate with your skills and experience. We offer competitive compensation and beneÀts plans.
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JOURNEYMAN H.D. mechanic based out of our red deer location. Successful applicant will be required to pass mandatory drug screening. Fax resume with current driver abstract 403-346-6721 QUALITY PAINT & COLLISION REPAIR 2009 LTD. is currently seeking * JOURNEYMAN AUTOBODY TECH as well as a DETAILER. May lead to apprenticeship Please apply in person at 6403 44 Ave. Ponoka or send via email: qpaint@telus.net. Top wages paid to qualified candidate.
AG EQUIPMENT Darcy Zimmer - Sales North of Hwy 53 Phone: 403-588-8420 Ferdinand Harkema - Sales South of Hwy 53 Cell: 403-785-7149 Rick Cline - Store/Sales Manager Cell: 403-588-1957
PONOKA JOHN DEERE SALES & SERVICE
24 Hour Emergency Call 403-783-3337 Home Page: www.agroequipment.com
Hwy. 53 Ponoka Toll Free 877-783-3338 Ph. 403-783-3337 E-Mail: admin-ponoka@agroequipment.com
Rimbey Implements Ltd.
Al York
General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593
Required Exp’d Fabricator For a Ponoka Manufacturing Shop. Knowledge of ASME code bolt up, basic instrumentation and a commitment to excellence are prerequisites.
Bus: (403) 843-3700
Rimbey, AB
Fax: (403) 843-3430
ANIMAL SERVICES
Competitive wages with benefit packages available. Interested candidates please send resume to admin@westcanfab.ca Of fax to 403-775-4014
V C P PA I N T I N G r e q ’ s painters & workers with acrylic stucco exp. Call 403-340-9486 between 8 am - 4 pm. or fax 403--342-4985 or email vcppainting@xplornet.com TRUE POWER ELECTRIC Requires
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DANDY PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES A.C. DANDY PRODUCTS is a Rapidly Expanding Electrical Enclosure & Power Distribution Equipment Manufacturer in Wetaskiwin, Alberta
POSITIONS ARE: • Electricians • Panel shop Manager (Must have electrical journeyman designation)
• Executive Assistant • Electrical Project Managers and Designers • Warehouse Personnel • Truck Driver/General Labourer Full Benefit Package & Production Bonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern Working Environment. Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd.
Fax: 780-352-2249
Email: acdandy@acdandy.com
QUALIFIED 3rd and 4th yr. JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS
AUTO SALES
BUYERS
Residential exp. only Competitive wages & benefits. Fax resume to: 403-314-5599
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BUSY CENTRAL AB company req’s exp’d. Class 1 drivers to pull decks. Assigned truck, exc. wages and benefits pkg. Paid extras. Family orientated. Resume and abstract fax to 403-784-2330 or call 1-877-787-2501 Mon,. - Fri,. 8 a m to 6 pm
CLASS 3 driver with air endorsement required for our red deer location. Successful applicant will be required to pass mandatory drug screening. Fax resume with current driver abstract to 403-346-6721.
RANDY MOHL
403-783-8008 Phone 783-8008 BUY - SELL - CONSIGN 5704 - Hwy 2A North, Ponoka, AB T4J 1M1
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
A & J AUTOMOTIVE A & J AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 6701 - 46 Ave. 6701 46 Ave. Ponoka, AB - T4J 1J8 Ponoka, T4J 1J8 (403)AB783-8755 (403) 783-8755 Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator
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Business Opportunities
All set-up and ready to go for you! Call 403-352-3030 For more details BE YOUR OWN BOSS and make money by the loads! Open a MAYTAG equipped LAUNDRY store. We’ll help you get started. Commercial Laundry Distributors 1-800-663-2646.
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BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.
BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction Call 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 CallJim JimAshbough Ashbough 783-2764ororCell: Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 403-783-5283 Cell: 403-588-0597 Jack Surbey 783-5283orCell: 588-0597
CONCRETE
Over 30 years experience Specializing in: - Curbs/Sidewalks - Drive ways - Basement Floors - Stamped Concrete - Exposed Concrete
Free Estimates
Leo Cabral
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NOTICE TO MOMS
What if we told you there was a great home business with... R No large investment R No any inventory R No delivery of products R No repeat sales presentations R No pressuring customers to purchase R No billings or collections R No complicated paperwork and absolutely NO RISK Logon to http://ustartnow.momsmakemore.com
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AIR BRAKE COURSE IN STETTLER
Friday August 17 or BAWLF August 2 or 23 Pre-registration req’d. limited seats avail. Presented by C.A.M Driver Education, Gov’t licensed and bonded since 1993. For more information or registration call 1-877-672-2131 BARRHEAD CO-OP is hiring an Assistant Home Centre Manager, Project Estimator & Truck Driver with Class 3. Knowledge of construction and agriculture required. Meat Cutter for Grocery also wanted. For more info & resume submission go to: www.barrheaddistrictscoop.ca FULL-TIME BAKER REQUIRED at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta. 40 hours per week. Benefits. Fax resume to 1-403-556-8652.
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TREE SALES & SERVICE
Ponoka- located 1.5 Miles North of High School Phone (403) 783-5072 Cell: (403) 704-5384 www.brtrees.com
CONSTRUCTION
DANDY PARTS DEPT. MANAGER Electrical Cabinet & Equipment Manufacturer Requires A Talented & Energetic Manager for Electrical Parts Purchasing, Sales & Inventory Control In A Modern Manufacturing Facility Wetaskiwin, AB
Must Have Experience & Be Self Motivated (Male or Female) Apply To: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd. Fax: 780-352-2249 Email: acdandy@acdandy.com
Required Immediately Journeyman Automotive / Heavy Duty Technician Duties: School Bus Maintenance and Repairs.
School Bus Drivers SALES & SERVICE
Full-Time Pay for Part-Time Work! Regular Routes and Spare Driver Positions Available
Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm
403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635
GARBAGE COLLECTION
Do you currently work part-time or are you semi-retired and bored? • Use some of your spare time to make extra cash! Are you a stay-at-home parent with small kids? • Take them along with you! Car seats are available! Qualification Desired: Class 2 Operators License with a satisfactory Drivers Abstract and Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check WE WILL TRAIN SUITABLE CANDIDATES. We offer: • Well maintained buses with automatic transmissions • Bus compounds in Ponoka and Wetaskiwin • No experience - no problem. We will train you for a Class 2 License.
Call Hobbema Transport at 403-783-5259, 780-585-2424, 403-783-1462 or 403-783-9720
HOBBEMA TRANSPORT, PONOKA, AB Serving Ponoka, Hobbema, Pigeon Lake and Wetaskiwin Areas
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The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for the position of Utility Operator I – Water Works. To be effective in this position, applicants should have a working knowledge and understanding of: • water treatment and distribution • waste water collection and treatment • water and sewer line construction and maintenance • operation and maintenance of applicable construction equipment, and • customer service • may act as a Lead Hand to Operator I and/or laborers as required. The successful applicant will possess the following skills and abilities: • operate and maintain a wide variety of equipment used in water treatment and distribution and in waste water collection and processing • perform basic applicable mathematical calculations and to apply established procedures • follow written and/or oral direction effectively • establish and maintain a high degree of public confidence and public relations • take accurate readings and to keep accurate records • complete additional post secondary educational courses A valid Class 3 Operators License with air brake endorsement is required with a minimum of one year experience in the field of water and sewer utilities preferred. Basic operation of a backhoe and/ or other construction equipment is preferred. Completion of Grade Twelve is required, and completion of, or work on, Alberta Environment Operators’ Certificate programs is desirable. Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to: Town of Ponoka Attention: Michael Lewis, Director of Operations & Property Services 5102 - 48 Avenue; PONOKA, AB. T4J 1P7 Fax: 403-783-6745: Phone 403-783-4431 Email: michael.lewis@ponoka.org This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The Town of Ponoka thanks all applicants in advance, however, only those being considered will be contacted.
TOWN OF PONOKA Employment Opportunity Utility Operator II – Water Works The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for the position of Utility Operator II – Water Works. Reporting to the Water Works Foreman, the responsibilities of this position include: • water treatment and distribution • waste water collection and treatment • water and sewer line construction and maintenance • operation and maintenance of applicable construction equipment • customer service. The successful applicant will possess the following skills and abilities: • read, interpret, and analyze blueprints and associated specification documents, and development plans • operate and maintain a wide variety of equipment used in water treatment and distribution and in waste water collection and processing • perform detailed applicable mathematical calculations and apply to established procedures • trouble shoot system problems and recommend cost effective solutions • follow written and/or oral direction effectively • establish and maintain a high degree of public confidence and public relations • take accurate readings and to keep accurate records • complete additional post secondary educational courses A minimum of two years directly related experience in the field of water and sewer utilities is preferred. Completion of Grade 12 is required as well completion of, or complete within a six month period, Alberta Environment Operators’ Certificate programs in Waste Water Treatment both I and ll; Waste Water Collection ll; Water Distribution ll. Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to: Town of Ponoka Attention: Michael Lewis, Director of Operations & Property Services 5102 - 48 Avenue; PONOKA, AB. T4J 1P7 Fax: 403-783-6745: Phone 403-783-4431 Email: michael.lewis@ponoka.org This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The Town of Ponoka thanks all applicants in advance, however, only those being considered will be contacted.
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REQUIRED Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284
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BUS DRIVER
required RIMBEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL is looking to hire a bus driver for our North Country bus route. Please inquire to Cal @ 403-357-3291 or email clv@telus.net
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RIMBEY AUCTION MART
Looking for YARD HELP CATTLE PENNERS CATTLE SORTERS Must be physically fit & self motivated. Call or drop off resume at the market 403-843-2439
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is currently looking for energetic and motivated people. We are looking for experienced people to ďŹ ll the following positions: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS - Track Hoe, Dozer, Loader Operators PIPELAYERS HORIZONTAL DRILLERS STEERING HAND/LOCATORS TO ASSIST THE DRILLERS LABOURERS TRUCK DRIVERS Wage will depend on experience. We work a 12 hour day and work in shifts of 10-4 or 11-3. Overtime after 10 hours daily. Applicant must hold a valid driver’s license and provide a drivers abstract. Safety Training would be an asset - CSTS, Ground Disturbance II, Standard First Aid, H2S Alive. All work is local to Camrose, AB and surrounding areas. Will pay travel from the shop.
NOW HIRING Laborers & Carpenters Bridge Work Ponoka & Rimbey Area Email: info@alberco.com or fax resume: 780-459-7185
Now accepting resumes for
Individuals who want to grow with our business Qualifications:
RECEPTIONIST/ SALES ADMINISTRATOR
Applicant must possess the following: • Superior organization and time management, as well as exceptional verbal, written and telephone communication skills. • Strong experience with computer based communications and analysis including internet, e-mail and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). • Some accounting experience is a plus. How to apply: In person: submit resume to Pat Boardman Fax: 403-783-5504 E-mail: ponokafordfinance@gmail.com
Big Country is a premier pipeline and Facility construction company servicing western Canada, and one of Canada’s “50 Best Managed Companies�. Big Country is proud to lead the charge on creating a drug and alcohol free work environment; preemployment drug and alcohol screening is required. We’re currently accepting resumes for the following positions from anyone who has experience in our industry and shares our vision of a safe, responsible workplace:
Shop Hand – Full Time For our Ponoka shop This is a year round position
Please submit your resume, copies of tickets and current driver’s abstract to: Big Country Energy Services LP Attention: Human Resources 6709 44 Ave Ponoka, Alberta Phone (403) 783-4660 Fax: (403) 783-4670 Email: HR-Ponoka@bcpl.ca
- Mature, reliable, self motivated - Clean drivers abstract - Willing to work out of town - Oilfield Safety Tickets an asset
Please drop off resume & drivers abstract in person to 3601 - 48 St, Wetaskiwin 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 - 4:30 pm or Fax (780) 361-2355 only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
We’re growing! Wayside Inn Wetaskiwin, AB
OFFERING: • Group Benefits Package • RRSP Program with Employer matched contributions • Discounted Meals • Discounted Travel Accommodations • Competitive Wages
WE REQUIRE: • Part-time Accounting Assistant • Full & Part-time O’Brian’s Servers • Full time Experienced Line Cooks $11-14/hr depending on experience Please apply by email ks.bwway@telus.net or at the front desk 4103 56 Street Wetaskiwin, AB
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DENTISTRY
RIMBEYDENTALCARE
HIGH LEVEL SUPER A is currently recruiting for: Full-time Meat Cutter. Applicants must possess the people skills and work ethic required to maintain positive relations with employees and customers. Applicants must have a minimum of two years retail meat cutting experience. The successful candidate must have completed Grade 12 (or equivalency) and must be able to provide a clean security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities to meet our expectations, forward your resume in confidence to: High Level Super A, 10300 - 103 Ave., High Level, AB, T0H 1Z0. Fax 780-926-4620. Email: calvin.missal@tgp.ca.
DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS
Family Friendly Dentistry Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0
BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY
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IF YOU’RE INTERESTED in real estate, then take Appraisal and Assessment, a specialized two-year business major at Lakeland College’s campus in Lloydminster, Alberta. Your training includes assessment principles, computerized mass appraisal valuation of properties, farmland evaluation and property analysis. Start September; www.lakelandcollege.ca. 1-800-661-6490, ext. 5429 MASSAGE CAREER. Train at our highly regarded, progressive school and graduate with confidence! Excellence in education, guaranteed! 403-346-1018; www. albertainstituteofmassage.com MEDICAL OFFICE TRAINEES NEEDED! Hospitals & Doctors need certified staff! No Experience? Local job training & placement is available; 1-888-748-4126. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 for at-home jobs. Start training today. Graduates are in demand! Enroll now. Take advantage of low monthly payments. 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com; admissions@canscribe.com WELL-PAID/ LOW-STRESS CAREER IN MASSAGE THERAPY. Train without giving up your day job. How? Check out www.mhvicarsschool.com or call 1-866-491-0574 for a free career information package
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DENTAL CARE
NOW HIRING: Retail Departmen Managers. Cabela’s Edmonton retail is seeking experienced Retail Department Managers for both Hardlines and Softlines. To apply, please visit www.cabelas.ca/careers.
Employment Training
Please fax your resume Attention Wendy: 780-6792-8523 or email your resume to Wendyrumsey-smith@nuedgeconstruction.com
Ponoka Ford is now accepting resumes for the position of
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EYE CARE Drs. Heimdahl & ZoBell 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA
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ADVANCED EYE HEALTH & VISION EXAMS CONSULTATION & REFERRAL SERVICES DESIGNER EYE WEAR & CONTACT LENSES INSURED MEDICAL EYECARE SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES
NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM
MASSAGE THERAPIST
403-783-5091 Bay #6, 5103-48 Avenue, Ponoka with Tina Kobi Massage
HEATING
RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL • Heating • Ventilation • Air Conditioning Systems • Custom Metal Fabrication • Hearth Products PHONE: 403-783-7443 FAX: 403-783-7454 5210 - 50th Street Ponoka, AB 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
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Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service 3912 - 66 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 www.wcmltd.ca
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Accounting .......................... 1010 Acupuncture........................1020 Advocate/Mediation ............1025 Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027 Automotive ..........................1029 Bands & DJ s ......................1030 Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040 Bookkeeping .......................1050 Cabinet Makers...................1054 Child Care/Caregivers .........1060 Carpentry............................1062 Car Rentals .........................1064 Cat Work .............................1065 Cleaning .............................1070 Clerical................................1080 Construction .......................1085 Consulting...........................1090 Contractors ......................... 1100 Computer Services ..............1110 Drafting & Design................ 1120 Eavestroughing ................... 1130 Educational ......................... 1140 Electrical ............................. 1150 Entertainment ..................... 1160 Escorts................................ 1165 Farm Equipment ................. 1168 Financial ............................. 1170 Fireplaces ........................... 1175 Flooring............................... 1180 Food/Catering ..................... 1190 Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193 Glass Shops ....................... 1196 Mobile Glass Shops............ 1197 Handyman Services ...........1200 Health Care......................... 1210 Income Tax .........................1220 Insurance ............................ 1130 Landscaping .......................1240 Land Mapping .....................1250 Legal Services ....................1260 Limousine Services ............1270 Massage Therapy ...............1280 Mechanical .........................1285 Misc. Services ....................1290 Moving & Storage ...............1300 Oilfield .................................1305 Painters/Decorators ............ 1310 Personal Services ............... 1315 Pet Services ....................... 1318 Photography .......................1320 Plumbing & Heating ............1330 Printing................................1335 Rental - Equipment .............1340 Rental - Misc .......................1350 Repair Service ....................1360 Roofing ...............................1370 Snow Removal....................1380 Travel ..................................1385 Upholstery ..........................1390 Well Drilling ........................1400 Welding ............................... 1410 Window Cleaning ................1420 Yard Care ............................1430
Contractors
VETERINARY SERVICES
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearch.com
8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call Dr. Bill Frischke • Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Emily Ames
PAINTING
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Misc. Services
NEW TO YOUR COMMUNITY ?
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Serving Ponoka & Central Alberta for the past 35 years. Jerry Witvoet Jr. Ponoka, AB (403) 783-6335 Cell: (403) 783-1523
Reaching 6000 households weekly
For just
$28 per week this space could be yours!
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BOXES? MOVING? SUPPLIES? 403-986-1315
www. .ca
HOME PHONE RECONNECT. Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid long distance specials! Feature package specials! Referral program! Don’t be without a home phone. Call to connect! 1-866-287-1348.
(1997) Residential & Commercial • Interior & Exterior • Wallpaper hanging • Free Estimates
Moving & Storage
GPRC Fairview Campus. Extensive study of beekeeping, queen rearing, and honey business. Paid work experience. Affordable on-campus residences. Starts January 7, 2013. Call Lin. 1-780-835-6630; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.
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Personal Services
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Rental Misc
DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).
8’ X 10’ mini storage units available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound. Call Keith at
RELEASE FAT, fit in clothes, balance blood sugars, heart healthy. Diabetic/Celiac friendly. More energy. Better sleep. For information 1-888-614-5556 ext. 1.
First Call Towing
783-3636
SLIMDOWN FOR SUMMER! Lose up to 20 lbs in just 8 weeks. Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176.
Roofing
Misc. Services
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Welding
1410
403-783-6272
www.clinkerskennels.ca
Welding
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• 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
Used appliances available Six month warranty
Berni's Refrigeration
and Appliance Service We deliver and install your purchases.
403-783-4880
Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net
Well Drilling
1400
Well Drilling
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ROOFING SERVICES. Shingle re-roofing and take-off preferred contractor. Kits Solar & Roofing Inc. is a local premier provider of home exterior products and services, committed to the highest standards of quality, and exceptional customer service. Roofing, Eavestroughing, Siding, Soffit and Fascia. Ph: 403-506-9319, Request a free quote at www.KitsRoofing.com. 4836 45A Street Lacombe, Alberta.
TRUE ADVICE! True clarity! True Psychics! 1-877-342-3036 or 1-900-528-6258 or mobile #4486. (18+) $3.19/minute; www.truepsychics.ca.
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.
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DO YOU NEED TO BORROW MONEY - NOW? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.
IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial. Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346
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Taylor’s Painting & Weatherproofing
Financial
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Misc. Services
Our Hostess Personal will bring gifts Services and greetings, Unplanned Pet Services pregnancy may be along with difďŹ cult to face. CLINKERS helpful We care. For conďŹ dential help call community KENNELS 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.) * Quality Boarding for information. COMMERCIAL your dogs & cats BEEKEEPING *Proof vaccinations and Be sure to call CERTIFICATE PROGRAM. advanceofbookings required
Services: Duradek vinyl decking, int/ext. painting. Now servicing Stettler and Central AB. 403-831-5942
Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200
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Auctions
BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS 4625-46 Street, Lacombe, south of Tim Horton’s. We buy for cash SALES WED. @6 pm. ANTIQUE SALE 1st SUN. OF THE MONTH AT 1 P.M. 403-782-5693 www.bigstrapperauctions.net
ONLINE ONLY HORSE, FARM & ACREAGE EQUIPMENT AUCTION. Kathy Helmig of Rosalind, Alberta. Opens: Tues., August 7. Closes: Mon., August 12. Featuring: Post pounder: Wheatheart high & heavy hitter; Carriages, sleighs & buggies; Box & tie stalls; equine recreational equipment; livestock equipment; tack; skid steer & attachments; cabin & other out buildings; lawn & garden tractor & equipment. Plus: Other farm equipment 3 pth equipment; trailers; shop equipment; antiques & collectibles; miscellaneous. Consignments from Guest Consignors. For complete listing & more info, call 1-800-667-2075 or check out www.hodginsauctioneers.com Hodgins Auctioneers Inc. AB PL#180827.
Building Supplies 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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Well Drilling
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RURAL WATER TREATMENT
)RON &ILTERS s 3OFTENERS s $ISTILLERS Tell them Danny s 2EVERSE /SMOSIS s +ONTINUOUS 3HOK #HLORINATOR Hooper sent you
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LOW COST REUSED Building Materials. Oak walnut doors $50. School lockers $75. Pallet racking. Concrete Lego blocks $50. Vinyl siding. Hockey rink glass. Sustainabuild 780-737-7840. METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36� Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254. STEEL BUILDING - Huge clearance sale! 20x24 $4,658. 25x28 $5,295. 30x40 $7,790. 32x54 $10,600. 40x58 $14,895. 47x78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca
Farmers' Market
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U-PICK Saskatoons! Ready now, $10 per icecream pail. Located 10 km south of Ponoka in Morning Meadows. Call for directions 403-704-1044 403-348-1686
Garden Supplies
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COMMERCIAL BEEKEEPING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM. GPRC Fairview Campus. Extensive study of beekeeping, queen rearing, and honey business. Paid work experience. Affordable on-campus residences. Starts January 7, 2013. Call Lin. 1-780-835-6630; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
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Misc. for Sale
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NEW LOG HOME
Professionally built, 825 sq. ft. or 1300 sq. ft with loft. 12x20 guest cabin also avail. 403-843-6366
Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012
Misc. for Sale
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NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! Newly Patented! “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator. No mess: Effective year round eliminating bacterial growth, smell and slime. Inexpensive. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com.
Pets & Supplies
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Black & white, 8 month old, male pot bellied pig. Is halter trained & can be used for breeding 403-783-2191
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Houses/ Duplexes
2 BEDROOM HOUSE FOR RENT IN PONOKA $1000/month + D.D. References required. No pets, no smoking. Available Aug. 15. 403-783-4738 or cell 403-597-5761. 3 bedroom farm house, 1 Ω baths. Newly renovated NW of Ponoka, close to hwy 2. $1000/month, utilities & SD. Available immediately. Phone 403 783 2276
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Farm Equipment
2010
42’ EZEEON deep tillage, 4 bar harrows, 36’ Bourgault 8810 cultivagtor, 4 bar harrows, with auto rate NH3 KIT, 4 1300 BUSHEL Westeel bins, on floors, 403-350-0744 Eckville, AB FIELD ready 2170 Gehl haybine 9’ cutting bar SOLD SOLD SOLD
Grain, Feed Hay
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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.
For Rent #3000 - #3200 Houses/ Duplexes
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2 BEDROOM close to downtown Ponoka. Main floor laundry. Close to schools and shopping. $750.00 per month, $750.00 D.D. N/S & no pets, Available mid July. Call Mary at 403-783-6609
Start your career! See Help Wanted
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2 BDRM. in Rimbey, blinds, fridge, stove, on site laundry, all utils. incld. except power $750/mo + d.d. 403-843-4894
Suites
Agricultural #2000 - #2290
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PONOKA 1 bdrm. apt. heat & water included, power is extra, next to firehall. Laundry on site. Rent $500+ DD avail. immed. 403-392-7450 PONOKA: 2 bedroom apartment, blinds, heat, water, fridge, stove. Adult building, no children, no pets. (403)783-2786
* RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street. 403-357-0287
VERY large 1 BDRM. apartment in Ponoka $750/mo. inclds. all utils. plus laundry facilities. Avail. Aug. 1. 403-993-3441
Mobile Lot
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EMPTY LOT FOR RENT RIMBEY TOWN MOBILE HOME PARK Call Betty 403-843-3944
Houses/ Duplexes
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Rooms
Houses For Sale
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Mature non-smoking female seeking shared accommodation or room & board in or around Ponoka. Beginning Sept 1 Contact Darla
780-968-2043
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
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Houses For Sale
LANCASTER BI-LEVEL 1236 sq. ft. walkout with attached insulated 24x24 garage, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, vaulted ceilings, maple cabinets with tile back splash, 5 appliances incl, backyard landscaped, gas fireplace, in floor heating, Duradeck on upper deck, central vac, laminate throughout! $444,900. 403-872-1806, 340-6744
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GREIG HOLDINGS INC. PROPERTIES FOR RENT COMMERCIAL
3000 sq ft commercial building downtown good retail/office space, on Chipman Ave. for sale or lease.
RESIDENTIAL
2 bdrm in Lancaster Place c/w fridge, stove – $700/mo, plus pwr. 2 bdrm upstairs in commercial bldg downtown, c/w fridge, stove - $650/mo, plus pwr. 1 bdrm in a 5 plex, c/w fridge & stove $550/mo, plus pwr. • All residences are no smoking and no pets damage/security deposit same as rent unless stated otherwise. Applications and references required for all properties. Working people preferred.
Contact Ernie Anderson at Greig Holdings Inc. @ 403-783-8580 Bay 6, 5012 50 Street, Ponoka, Alberta
5 ONLY! Customized “Promo” 20’ X 76’ 4 bedroom/2 bath SRI Homes. Lowest prices! Loaded with options. September delivery (included). Bonus = skirting package, 6 appliances; www.dynamicmodular.ca; 1-877-341-4422. JANDEL HOMES. Chef’s kitchen plans, 5 different models, 1520 square foot, up to $19,000 in options. Priced from $139,900. Summer delivery still available. www.jandelhomes.com.
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PLUMBING
Cottages/Resort Property
FULLY SERVICED Lake Lots for sale. Starting at $69,900. Elinor Lake Resort, 2.5 hours North East of Edmonton. 1-877-623-3990; www.elinorlakeresort.com.
Lots For Sale
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2 Lots For Sale Usona Area $149,900 Call 403-843-2363
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SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs” Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345
PLUMBING
PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING
Cottages/Resort Property
Parkvale adult duplex
Prime location, quiet close, next to walking trails/market, 1208 sq. ft. bungalow, open design, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, single garage, lg. pie lot, immed. poss.$268,000, 403-342-8937 after 6 Open House Sat. & Sun. July 28 & 29 1-5, 4610-42 St. Cres
Acreages
HAND CRAFTED log homes, log accents and milled log replacement components. M&H Wood Specialties Ltd. 780-459-5700; www.mhwood.com.
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Manufactured Homes
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We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts 5110 -50 Street Box 4414 Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1R7
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4020
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4050
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LAKE FRONT PROPERTY -†2300 sqft home on 10 acres $449,000. 10 min from Ponoka. Fishing, swimming & boating at your back door. See welist.com #47984.† MLS C3526876. Call 403-519-6773† Email: brettie@platinum.ca
PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS
LittleJONS’ Hand Wash Stations Handicap Units Trailer Units New Solar Powered Units with Running Water
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Farms/ Land
147.7 ACRES of excellent Farm Land near Breton, AB, approx. 107 acres in hay, direct seeded in 2011, 40 acres of pasture land, dugout, corrals, new cross fences, $249,000 c/w this years hay crop 403-993-3441
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Manufactured Homes
$1.5 MILLION INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE! 16’ X 76’, 20’ X 76’, 22’ X 76’ modulars. Must go by August 31. Call or come visit. Grandview Modular 1-877-945-1272. 142 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie.
Lots For Sale
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Manufactured Homes
403.783.8322
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WHY RENT…WHEN YOU CAN OWN! On a choice lot in Poplar Grove Village
BRAND NEW
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Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION Confined Feeding Operations Cornelis deWith has filed application RA12016 with the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) to obtain approval to expand a confined feeding operation on the NE 05-43-22 W4 in Ponoka County of Alberta. The application is to expand from a 100 milking cow dairy to a 175 milking cow dairy (associated replacements and dries also allowed on site). Proposed construction includes a new milking facility (70 ft. x 116 ft.) and a liquid manure storage pit (125 ft. x 20 ft.).
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Filing a Statement of Concern Any person who is directly affected by these applications may submit a statement of concern to the NRCB. The statement of concern must be received by the NRCB on or before August 29, 2012. Submissions should be made to the NRCB address provided below. A copy of the statement of concern will be sent to the applicant for review and comment. Statements submitted regarding the application are public records. Your statement of concern should include your name, the legal land description of your residence or landholdings, mailing address, phone number, fax number (if applicable) and a detailed summary about how you would be directly affected by this application. Failure to submit a statement of concern may affect your rights to apply for an NRCB review.
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A complete copy of the application and supporting documents submitted to the NRCB under Agricultural Operation Practices Act may be viewed during regular business hours at the Red Deer office of the NRCB until August 22, 2012. If you require further information, please contact the approval officer listed below. Scott Cunningham, Approval Officer #303, 4920 - 51 Street Red Deer AB T4N 6K8 T (403) 340-5795 F (403) 340-5599 Call Toll Free 310.0000
The closing date for submissions: August 29, 2012 Dated at Red Deer, AB, July 25, 2012 www.nrcb.gov.ab.ca
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Ponoka County
Ponoka County
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU
Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU
The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Steven and Karlee Prins to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:
The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Don and Althea Lewis to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:
Reclassify Pt SW 04-42-27-W4 (approximately 8.4 acre total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future multi-lot subdivision of the rezoned area.
Reclassify Pt NW 03-43-24-W4 (approximately 3.0 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area.
Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.
Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.
A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours.
A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours.
Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 - Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965
Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 - Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965
e-mail: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com
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PUBLIC NOTICE Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by J.W Rodenburg to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt SW 10-43-26-W4 (approximately 18.0 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 - Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 e-mail: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com
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32nd Annual Pre-Harvest Machinery Consignment Sale
Friday,
August 10, 2012 Rimbey, Alberta
Time: 9:00 a.m. Listings Includes Completely
Miscellaneous:...............................9:00 a.m. Machinery:.............................................9:30 a.m. Lumber:....................................................10:00 a.m. Real Estate:..................................12:00 Noon Cars, Trucks & RV’s:...........1:00 p.m.
Unreserved Dispersal of Glen & Reo Wright Construction Ltd. & A Farm Dispersal for Annie Polushin
Location: Just East of Rimbey, off of Hwy 20
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Listings are Subject to Additions and Deletions FCC Financing is Available
Construction Equipment
Haying & Silage Equipment
Cattle Handling & Feeding Equipment
Komatsu D85 LGP Crawler c/w P/S, Winch, Cab, Air, Heat, Major Work Order & Hyd. Straight Blade. Komatsu D85 LGP Crawler c/w P/S, Winch, Cab, Heat & Angle Blade, Cat D6M LGP Crawler c/w P/S, Cab, Air, Heat, 3 Shank Ripper, 6 Way Blade, New Trans, Totally Rebuilt in the Last 5 Years, Work Orders Cat D5H Series II LGP Crawler c/w 6 Way Blade, Winch, Cab, Heat, Canopy, Positive Air Engine Shut Off, Rear Window Guard, Winch Fairlead, Radio, Recent Engine Work, More Info Available at Office, JD 450G Crawler c/w 6 Way Dozer, Rear Winch, Wide Pad, Canopy & Runs Good, Cat 140H Grader c/w Cab, Air, Heater, P/S, Wing & New Trans, Galion 201 Grader c/w IHC Motor, 12’ Moldboard, 2’ Extensions, 4’ Scarifire, Runs Nice, Works Good, Front Mtd. Quick Attach for Grader w/ Dozer & Plow, 8’ Flail Mower c/w Belly Mtd or Rear Mtd for a Grader, 966 Log Grapple
JD 567 Rd Baler c/w Net Wrap, JD 456 Rd Baler, MF 2656 Rd Baler c/w Net Wrap, Case IH 8465 Rd Baler, NH 855 Rd Baler, Vicon RP1510 Rd Baler, JD 1360 Discbine, JD 1209 9’ MoCo c/w Excellent Condition, Newly Painted, Wobble Box Replaced 3 Years Ago w/ Only 150 Acres Cut, Badger BN1005 9’ Haybine, NH 495 Haybine, New Idea 5114 14’ Hydroswing Haybine, Vicon 8 Wheel 3 pth V Rake, NH 1033 Sq Bale Wagon - Good Working Order, NH 1010 Sq Bale Wagon, NH 900 Silage Cutter, Jiffy 600 Hi-Dump, Richardton 7 Ton Hi-Dump, NH 455 7’ Sickle Mower c/w Pull Behind Crimper, 30’ Bale Elevator c/w Transport & Electric Motor, 20’ Bale Elevator c/w Electric Motor
NH 359 Mixer Mill c/w Bale Feeder, NH 358 Mixer Mill c/w Intake Auger & Bale Feeder, JD 700 Mixer Tank c/w 20” Roller Mill, Hay Buster 256 Bale Shredder, Oswalt 320 Feed Wagon c/w Scales, Renn 24” Grain Roller c/w 2 Augers, Schuler Feed Wagon, Westward 3 pth Bale Unroller, Hi-Hog Loading Chute, Creep Feeder, Free Standing Gates & Wind Breaks, Large Assortment of Stand Up Panels
Skid Steer & Attachments 2009 Cat 247BII Skid Steer c/w Enclosed Heated Cab w/ Air, Hyd. Quick Connect, 1500 Hrs, 60 Hp & 2,200 Lbs Lift, 2006 Cat 287B Skid Steer c/w Enclosed Heated Cab w/ Air, Hyd. Quick Connect, 1700 Hrs, 85 Hp & 3,6000 Lbs Lift, 2004 Volvo MC80 Skid Steer c/w Enclosed Heated Cab w/ Air, 80 Hp & 2,200 Lbs Lift, Bobcat 763 Skid Steer c/w Enclosed Heated Cab w/ Air, New Rubber, 2200 Hrs, 60 Hp & 2,000 Lbs Lift, Bobcat 914 Backhoe Attachment, Kirchner Rock Bucket, JD 66” Grapple Tooth Bucket, Pallet Forks for Skid Steer/ Forklift, HLA Bale Spear Attach, Bale Hugger Attach, Wheatheart Auger Head, Bobcat Mower, Bobcat Dozer, Assortment of Skid Steer Attachments Including Pallet Forks, Bale Spear, Universal Plate, Auger Drive & Bits, Root Grapple, Bucket Grapple & Bale Hugger
Tractors JD 6410 FWA Tractor c/w JD 640SL FEL, Grapple, 4x4 Power Quad Trans, Air Ride Seat, 3 pth, AC & Heat, JD 4250 FWA Tractor c/w Front Weights, 15 Spd PS, 3 pth, AC, Heat, Clamp On Duals, Good Solid Tractor, Never had a FEL, JD 2950 FWA Tractor c/w 3 pth, JD 360 FEL w/ New Bucket, JD 2750 FWA Tractor c/w 3 pth, JD 245 FEL & Grapple, JD 4520 2wd Tractor c/w Cab, JD 158 FEL, Joystick & Grapple, JD 4240 2wd Tractor c/w Only 4850 Hrs, 20.8x38 Rubber & Dual Hyd, JD 3140 2wd Tractor c/w 3 pth, FEL, Bucket, Grapple & Canopy, JD AR 1/3 Sized 2wd Tractor c/w 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 IHC Single Cyl Engine w/ 1/3 Sized JD PT Swather, 1945 JD D 2wd Tractor - Restored, 1947 JD D 2wd Tractor - Original, Running Order, Like New NH T1520 FWA Tractor c/w NH 110 FEL, 3 pth, 35 Hp & Only 82 Hrs, AC 7000 2wd Tractor c/w Leon FEL & 5900 Hrs, Case 830 2wd Tractor c/w Only 4142 Hrs & 2nd Owner, Belarus 825 FWA Tractor c/w Leon 636 FEL, Runs Good & Everything Works, White 2-105 2wd Tractor c/w Duals, Good Drive Train & Motor
Seeding & Tillage Degelman 50’ Heavy Harrow Draw Bar c/w Valmar 2420 Granular Applicator Kit & 2000 Lift Hyd Arm, Summers 60’ Harrow Packer Bar c/w Auto Fold & Excellent Working Order, JD 1600 40’ DT Cult c/w Harrows, JD 1010 36’ Cult c/w Knock On Shovels & Harrows, JD 1010 33’ Vibrashank Cult, CCIL 200 25’ Vibrashank Cult c/w Mtd. Harrows, AC 24’ Vibrashank Cult, Morris CP519 23’ DT Cult c/w 3 Bar Mtd. Harrows, Cockshutt #246 12’ Cult c/w 2 Sections of Wilrich Mtd Harrows, IHC 10’ Disc, MF 10’ DT Cult, Ezee-On 18’ Disc, Case 16’ Field Disc c/w Recent New Bearings, JD 14’ DT Disc, Krause 12’ Disc, JD 975 5 Bottom Reversible Plow c/w 3 pth, Trip Beam, JD 3600 6 Bottom Plow c/w All New Bushings & Shears, Excellent Shape, JD 3600 5 Bottom Plow, JD 100 5 Bottom Plow c/w 14” Shears, JD 5 Bottom Plow, IHC 700 7x16 Bottom Plow c/w Hyd Cyl, IHC 5 Bottom Plow, David Brown 3 Bottom 3 pth Plow c/w 14” Shears & Coulters, Cockshutt Breaking Plow, Farmking 50’ Diamond Harrows c/w Draw Bar, IHC 15’ Tine Harrows c/w Draw Bar, 7 - Sections of 4’ Inland Tine Harrows, Flexicoil 1610 Air Cart, Melroe 204 24’ Seed Drill
Harvest Equipment 2 - 2006 NH CX840 Sp Combines c/w 1300 & 1700 Hrs, Swath Master P/U, Moisture & Yield Monitors, Field Ready, Claas Dominator 76 Sp Combine c/w Mercedes Turbo Diesel Engine, Only 1 Owner, 1843 Hrs, Grain Loss/Performance Monitor & Very Good Shape, JD 9500 Sp Combine c/w 914 Header, Chopper & Dual Range Cylinder, JD 7720 Sp Combine c/w Hydrostatic & Long Auger, JD 7721 Titan II PTO Combine c/w Field Ready & Excellent Shape, JD 6601 PTO Combine, MF 860 Sp Combine c/w V8, Hydro, Melroe 388 P/U & Straw Chopper, MF 750 Sp Combine c/w Rebuilt Feeder House, New Concaves & Rub Bars, Partially Restored, Needs Back Beater Replaced, P/U Table, MF 510 Western Special Sp Combine c/w New Rub Bars & Good Working Condition, Case IH 1482 Sp Combine c/w Reverser & Melroe 388 P/U, Case IH 1482 Sp Combine c/w Renn P/U & For Parts, IHC 1480 Sp Combine c/w New Engine, Rub Bars, Concaves & Feeder Chains in the Last 400 Hrs, MF 220 18’ Sp Swather c/w U2 Reel, JD 590 25’ PT Swather, JD 580 18’ PT Swather c/w Completely Rebuilt 2011, New Knife, Bearing, Canvases & Guards, IHC 75 PT Swather, Honey Bee SP51 25’ Straight Cut Header c/w P/U Reel & Mtds for Case 88 Series Combines, MF 1859 20’ Straight Cut Header c/w Batt Reel & Good Knife, MF Straight Cut Header, Vers 18’ Swather Header for Bi-Di c/w P/U & Batt Reel, Westfield 10”x52’ Swing Auger, Brandt 8”x52’ PTO Super Charged Grain Auger, 2005 Sakundiak 8”x50’ Grain Auger c/w Kohler 27 Hp Engine, Transport & Drag Auger, Westfield 7”x35’ Grain Auger c/w Honda 13 Hp Motor, Allied 7”x35’ Grain Auger c/w Good Running Motor, 8” PTO Grain Auger, Berger 10” x 52’ Swing Auger, Labtrontics 919 Grain Moisture Tester c/w Fully Complete & Ohaus Triple Beam Scale, 2 - Twister 2300 Bu Hopper Bottom Grain Bins c/w Aeration
Other Equipment Leon 425 T/A Manure Spreader, 16’ Strong Box Steel Grain Box c/w 3 Pce End Gate, Nordic Hoist & Pump, NH 66” Rototiller c/w 3 pth & Like New 2 - New Muratori M24-105 3pth Rototiller, Carro 72” 3 pth Rototiller c/w Original Teeth, 6’ 3 pth Rototiller, Bushog 20’ Batwing Mower, Bushog 15’ Batwing Mower, Land Pride RCR1860 Mower c/w PTO Drive & Rear Wheel, JD 8’ 3 pth Mower, Coil Tubing Straightener, Flexicoil Trail Type Post Pounder c/w PTO Drive, Leon 707 FEL, Leon FEL c/w Grapple & Fits JD 4020, FEL c/w Cockshutt 40 Mtds, Bale Fork, Bucket, Push Blade & Controls, Allied FEL - Fits Case 830, JD FEL & Grapple, JD Pallet Forks for FEL, Kirchner Bale Fork Attachment for JD FEL, MC 375 Continuous Grain Dryer c/w Propane & Blower, Kongskilde 500 Grain Vac, Patu 65 Wood Chipper c/w Chips 6.5” Material or 9” Slabs, 5 Ton Fertilizer Spreader, Trailer Dolly Converter, 2 - New Agri Ease 3 pth 4’ Box Blade, New Agri Ease 8’ 3 pth Blade, Farmking 8’ 3 pth Rear Blade, Leon Front Mtd. Blade, 1000 Gal Anhydrous Tank on Wheels
All Items Must Be in The Sales Yard by Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.!!!!!!! 3 Rings Will Sell Simultaneously
Trucks 1996 Mack Hi-Way Truck c/w 427 EZ Engine, 18 Spd & Large Bunk, 1996 Ford F800 S/A Grain Truck c/w Cummins Diesel, 5&2, 17’ Grain Box, Nordic Hoist, Roll Tarp & Only 49,000 Original Kms, 1977 Ford L7000 S/A Grain Truck c/w 18’ Box & Hoist, Roll Tarp, Cat 3208 Engine, 5&2 Spd Trans, Newer Tires, 1987 GMC Kodiak S/A Grain Truck c/w 16’x60” Steel Box w/ Silage End Gate, 8.2 Detroit, 10 Spd Trans, $2,000.00 Work Orders, New Front Tires & Newer Rear Tires, 1979 GMC 7000 T/A Grain Truck c/w 20’ Steel Box & Hoist, 454 Gas, 13 Spd, Totally Restored, New Tires, Hoist, Wheel Bearings & Springs, Hitch & New Tail Gate, 1975 Chev C6500 T/A Grain Truck c/w 18’ Steel Box & Hoist, Roll Tarp, Gas, 5&4 Trans, 1994 Ford L8000 T/A Gravel Truck c/w 8.3 Ltr Cummins, 10 Spd w/ Deep Reduction, Fresh July 2012 Safety, 1979 Ford 700 3 Ton Louisville c/w Only 29,400 Kms, 16’ Box & Hoist, 1975 Western Star Bale Truck c/w Hauls 17 Rd Bales, Self-Loading/ Unloading, 671, 13 Spd Fuller & 38 Rears
Trailers 1998 Merritt 53’ Tri-Axle Cattle Pot c/w Air Ride, Nose Decking, New Certification till August 2013, Locally Owned, 1996 Barrett 53’ Tri-Axle Liner c/w Hog Rails, Load King 53’ Tri-Axle Hi-Boy Trailer, Theurer Atlantic 48’ Tri-Axle Trailer c/w Alum, Hyd, Slated Walking Floor & Roll Tarp, 2012 Kaufman 52’ Step Deck TriAxle Trailer c/w Spring Ride, Beaver Tails & Ramps, 2012 Kaufman 22’ T/A Tilt Deck Trailer, 2010 Load Trail 20’ Tri-Axle Gooseneck Dump Trailer, 2009 Rainbow 35’ Tri-Axle Dually Trailer c/w Fold Up Ramps, 1990 Shopbuilt 20’ Flat Deck Dually Trailer c/w Ramp & Pintle Hitch, Sprayer Trailer c/w Chemical Mixer, 16’ T/A Stock Trailer, 16’ T/A Car Hauler
Miscellaneous Homesteader V92 Outdoor Wood Burning Boiler c/w Only 2 Years Old & 300,000 BTU, 3 - 18’ Bi-Parting Ornamental Driveway Gates - 80” High, 6 - New 3” Gas Water Pumps c/w 6.5 Hp Engine, 6 - New Courtney Berg Headache Racks for 1 Tons, Shur Weight Cattle Scale c/w 3000 Lbs Cap, 70 - 2’x30” Cement Sidewalk Blocks, 2 - 18.4x38 Tires & Rim w/ Fluid, 4 - New Recap 11R24.5 Truck Tires, 800 65 R32 Combine Tire, 8 - Floatation Tires, 4 - Lifts of Insulated Panels, 2 - Saddle Stands, Halters & Shanks, Light Harness, Wire Stretcher, Leaf Blower & Tree Pruner, Cummins Power Plant, 15’x46” Water Tank, Assortment of Used Tin & Ridge Cab in Various Colours, 3 - Carpenters Compressors, 2 - Cut Off Saws, Delco Steamers/ Washer, Industrial Shampooer, Oval Fuel Tank & Stand, Antique Rake Teeth, Steel Wheels off a Rake, Aromatic HD Air Compressor, Assort of Barrels & Tote Tanks, 12’ I Beam, A Quantity of Sucker Rod, 2 7/8” & 2 3/8” Pipe, 35 Jts of 3 1/2” Pipe, Many Many More Items too Numerous to Mention
Cars, Trucks, RV’s, Lawn & Garden Equipment Selling at 1:00 p.m. Kubota 4wd Diesel RTV c/w AC, Heat, Radio & Hyd. Dump, 2007 Travelaire 25’ Genesis 5th Wheel T/A Holiday Trailer c/w Hitch, Solar Panels, Fully Self Contained, 1 Slide Out w/ Dinette, Awning & Dual Pane Thermal Windows, 2006 Dodge 3500 1 Ton
Mega Cab 4x4 Truck c/w 5.9 Ltr Cummins, Auto, Air, Tilt, Cruise & 152,000 Kms, 2000 Dodge 1 Ton Flat Deck Diesel Truck, 1999 Dodge 1/2 Ton Truck, 1998 Dodge 1/2 Ton Truck, 1989 Dodge 1/2 Ton Truck c/w 318 & Auto, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited c/w 5.2 Ltr, Auto, Air, Tilt & Cruise, 2009 Ford 1 Ton Truck c/w Gas, 2001 Ford 1 Ton Flat Deck Diesel Truck, 1999 Ford 3/4 Ton Truck, 1999 Ford 1/2 Ton Truck, 1997 Ford 1 Ton 2wd Dually Truck c/w 12’ Flat Deck, 7.3 Ltr Diesel, 5 Spd, Good Condition, Insurance Inspection Done & Only 197,000 Kms, 1997 Ford F250 Powerstroke Diesel Ext Cab Truck c/w Loaded, Air, Power Locks & Windows, Wood Box Liner, 240,000 Kms, New Tires & Really Nice Unit, 1997 Ford Crew Cab 3/4 Ton Truck c/w 460 Engine, 1995 Ford F350 1 Ton Dually Truck c/w Rebuilt Trans, Auto, 137,000 Original Kms, New Battery/Oil Filters & Belts. Inspection Done July 3/2012, 1988 Ford F350 Lariat Crew Cab Dually Truck c/w 460 Gas Engine, 2 Stage Lift Kit, 10 Ply Tires w/ Spare, Wired for Receiver & 5th Wheel, Power Windows/Locks, 2004 Chev 3/4 Ton 4x4 Service Truck c/w V8 & Auto, 2003 Chev Cavalier c/w Runs & Auto, 1999 Chev Malibu c/w 215,000 Kms, 1999 Chev Malibu c/w 3.1 Ltr & 220,000 Kms, 1993 GMC 60 Passenger School Bus c/w All Seats Removed, Good Shape & Propane, 1989 Kustom Coach 25’ 5th Wheel Holiday Trailer c/w Very Nice Interior, Everything Works & Fully Self Contained, 1977 Dodge Winnebago 23’ S/A Motorhome c/w Full Tow Package w/ Lights, 360, Auto, Fully Self Contained, Awning & Runs Nice, 1984 Trav-L-Mate 8.5’ Truck Camper c/w 3 Way Fridge, 3 Burner Stove, Forced Air Heater, Bathroom, Water Tank, Everything Works, No Leaks, Sleeps 4, Jacks & Stands, 8’x10’ Garden Shed, 4’x8’ Utility Trailer, Dock, Plus Many Many More Items
Lumber Selling at 10:00 a.m. 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12 8’ to 20’ Lengths of Spruce & Fir, All grades Including Construction. Approx. 250,000 FBM Buildings 2 - New 30’x40’x15’ High Ceiling Farm Storage Building c/w Commercial Fabric & Pull Up Door, New 30’ x 40’ High Ceiling Shelter, 2 - New 16’x22’ Marquee Even Tents c/w 320 Sq Ft, 1 Zipper Door, 7 Windows, HD Frame & Fabrics, 2 - New 20’x40’ 4 Sided Commercial Party Tents c/w Doors, Windows & 4 Side Walls, 1978 Glendale 23’x48’ Modular Home c/w Natural Gas Stove, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Hot Water Heater, Furnace, 3 Bedroom, Currently on a Partial Basement. To Be Sold By Proxy. For Directions Please Contact the Office. Machinery Terms & Conditions: Cash & Cheque, G.S.T. Will Apply on Some Items, All Items Must Be Paid For On Sale Day.
Real Estate Selling at 12:00 Noon Unreserved Real Estate Greg & Barbara Chalmers Gull Lake Subdivision, Located: South of Crestomere on the Lincoln Road to TWR 422, West on TWR 422 to Rge Rd 284, South on Rge Rd 284 Approx. 1 Mile, Then East into the Subdivision on the South Side Selling a 2.67 Acre Lake View Lot- Legal Description: Lot 9, Block 2, Plan 1022971 being part of SW 9-4228 W4M - Includes Power, Gas & Telephone at the Property Line with Future Plans for Pavement. Also Located Across the Road from a Future Golf Course 2012 Taxes: $388.50 All measurement are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.
Real Estate Transaction are being Handled by Morrison Realty (403) 783-0556 Real Estate Terms & Conditions: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Possession on or before September 10, 2012. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED by September 10, 2012 the Deposit will be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages.
Sale Conducted by:
Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. Rimbey, Alberta License No. 165690 (403) 843-2747 Sale Site E-mail: abolson@telusplanet.net Homepage: allenolsonauction.com