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Volunteer recognized with provincial award By Treena Mielke

Alberta Culture Minister Heather Klimchuk and Premier Alison Redford presented Samantha Sperber (centre) of Crestomere with the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award in Edmonton Dec. 5. Photo submitted

To Samantha Sperber of Crestomere, volunteering is as natural as breathing. She loves to help out and does not her university course load or a part-time job detract her from doing so. Sperber, a 21-year-old Grant MacEwan University fourth-year bachelor of science student, was one of six recipients recognized Dec. 5 in Edmonton with the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award. She is grateful to be recognized for the work she does. “It’s really humbling,” she said. “I don’t volunteer to get awards, but I am thankful for the recognition and it motivates me to do more. And when I get awards, it motivates other youth as well.” Sperber, who was nominated by Richard Lewis, a professor at Grant MacEwan, University, is a youth leader whose volunteer activities are many and varied. She was a delegate at the Alberta Culture Forum, the Premier’s Council for Economic Strategy and is a member of the Youth Secretariat of Human Services.

A farm girl at heart, being raised in the rural area near Crestomere, she is an avid supporter and promoter of the agricultural industry, attending conferences to speak to industry leaders about the importance of youth in agriculture. She is also a participant in the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association Young Leaders development program. As a Canadian representative at the Five Nations Beef Alliance Young Ranchers Program she has had the opportunity to talk to young ranchers from all over the world about the Canadian cattle industry. Sperber, who was recently accepted into optometry school, is the vice-president of the Pre-Optometry Club at MacEwan University and a co-founder the STARE program that collects used eyeglasses for people in developing countries. The Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards Progam is an integral part of the Government ofAlberta’scommitment to our province’s voluntary sector. Volunteer recognition programs help set a standard for service, encourage a sustained commitment to civic participation and inspire others to make volunteering a central part of their lives.

Wetaskiwin mayor, RCMP say liquor bylaw works By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Putting together a clear understanding of how the City of Wetaskiwin’s liquor store hours has been of benefit is a challenge when police say it has helped and yet liquor store owners say it has hurt their business. Ponoka councillors passed a first reading of the same bylaw to seek feedback from the community last week and some of the questions people posed was how can Wetaskiwin be compared to Ponoka.

Speaking for Wetaskiwin RCMP, Cpl. Christian Delisle feels there has been a drop in liquor related crimes since the bylaw was passed in 2009. He said law enforcers spent much of their time dealing with liquor related offences later in the evening. “It was too many vagrancies with drunks that triggered the idea…we wanted to tackle that.” He believes it is a turning point in Wetaskiwin. “It did improve, we see a lot less fights a night,” stated Delisle.

Sunday, Dec. 16 1-5 pm Ponoka Moose Lodge (3 km South of Ponoka on Hwy 2A)

A tragic ﬁre destroyed the family home which Charlie built in 1968. After Charlie moved away, Bonnie returned to her roots. Also lost in the ﬁre were Bonnie’s two pet cats, the garage and nearby vehicles sustained heat damage. Please join the Loyal Order of Moose members to visit with the Bowie family for a lunch and tea and reminisce about the past. For more information contact: Fred Radtke 403-783-8587 or Harry Lagroix 403-783-2635

Police statistics for Wetaskiwin from 2009 were not available at press time but information from Jan. 1 to Aug. 31, 2011 show some details. There were 680 liquor related crimes, up from 627 in 2010 for the same period and 64 counts of impaired driving, up from 52. It should be noted that liquor related crimes could be anything do with the liquor act, drinking activities or provincial laws and do not show what type of activity they relate to. Before the bylaw was enacted, most liquor stores were open until 1 a.m. and some were open until 2 a.m. explained Bobby Jobin, Budget Beer and Spirits manager. His store used to be open until midnight and until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Conditions were not ideal to sell after 1 a.m. as most of the customers at that time were not in a condition to buy any, he said. Sales dropped after the bylaw was passed however to about 20 to 25 per cent less than previous years. “It affected us big time.” The store went from seven full-time staff to six members and only one of them is full- time. “The sales have leveled off but are down compared to previous years,” explained Jobin. When the bylaw was discussed, Jobin attended

city council sessions to voice his concerns and he remembers other store owners having heated debates with councillors over the proposal. Since the bylaw was passed, Jobin has heard of instances of bootlegging occurring within the city. “They said they were trying to cut back on crime and street vagrancy,” he explained. He believes that it has not changed much in that time however but has affected other businesses negatively as well such as gas stations and convenience stores. Grab and dashes still occur, he stated, and he believes people are travelling either to Millet, Leduc or Ponoka to buy liquor. Despite liquor store hours being restricted, two more liquor stores have opened in Wetaskiwin, explained Mayor Bill Elliot. The bylaw was initially proposed by a coalition of businesses and community members. At the time there were people in support, who felt it would reduce crime, and those who opposed the bylaw, mostly that suggested it would hurt their business. He believes the addition of two liquor stores is contrary to what those who were opposed to the bylaw claimed. “It seems to me that even the family violence unit noticed a drop in direct referrals,” said Elliot. The hope of the bylaw was that Mounties would be freed up from NOTICE - WE’RE BACK IN THE COUNTY vagrancy issues and alcohol-related crimes BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS and would be able to deal with their regular Is relocating to the Ponoka Moose Hall duties, he said. Since (2 miles south of Ponoka on Hwy 2A) that time Elliot has been approached by one company to look at the bylaw again. th Wednesday, Jan. 16 • 6 PM “We’ve had one (weekly sales will resume pawnshop owner who would like to revisit every Wednesday) that,” said Elliot. Wetaskiwin was the first municipality to creFor more information call ate a liquor sales bylaw in Alberta, said Elliot and he has received www.bigstrapperauctions.net interest from other councils over their decision. He believes the bylaw is positive for the community.

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Momentum in Ponoka’s growth and development projects By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

compile it, she explained. Labour statistics are not yet available. However the town does have 18 housing starts to date for 2012 making up $4.3 million of the $15.7 million in building permits; the difference comes from commercial and industrial permits. Olson looks forward to next year. “I’m just excited for the amount of development interest we’ve had in the community. We’ve had a lot of interest from developers and people looking into the community, both internally and externally.” She feels the opening of the ag event centre, the 75th anniversary of the Ponoka Stampede and other developments such as the splash park and the Summer Send Off are helping make Ponoka a desirable location. “It’s important to note that it’s an upward trend.” The ag centre is a building Olson feels has helped lead the way for Ponoka. “Some of the interest that’s come into our community already, people have mentioned the ag event centre, so they’ve heard about it.” Events she feels have promoted Ponoka include a film crew with Women’s Pro Rodeo Today that filmed a three-part series during the Ponoka Stampede; it helped showcased the town in the United States, said Olson. “A total of 545,000 viewers across three episodes.” The group follows women’s barrel racing and felt the town was ideal for their program. Another program unveiled Ponoka’s “Keep it Real” brand, the new website www.ponoka.ca was launched and the Nominate Your Neighbour campaign was held. Olson believes these different experiences have helped Ponoka and its development. “I feel like everyone’s working really well together.” Expect to see new banners for downtown showcasing the brand and

Looking back at the year gives everyone a chance to reflect and consider possibilities for the future. Reflecting on those accomplishments is something Sarah Olson, economic development officer for the Town of Ponoka, feels is an integral part of her job. The town hosted a social gathering at the ag event centre Dec. 5 to show businesspeople some of the highlights of 2012 and to consider what the next year will bring and, “to thank the economic development board.” “I think it’s a good opportunity to also invite people out who are interested in economic development and have people share ideas and collaborate on what’s worked well in the past and what can we potentially do in the future,” she This 2011 population age structure graph for Ponoka helps planners plan for community needs. explained. Illustration courtesy of the Town of Ponoka She feels there is a benefit to reviewa business and community guide and a promotional ing the past year as it is easy to forget video produced by Global TV. Also way-finding sigdifferent campaigns. nage for visitors will be developed, which will point An exchange program with to downtown and the visitors centre; eventually Olson Crossfield called First Impressions expects to see pedestrian signs pointing to the river valCommunity Exchange (FICE) had repley trails and other amenities. YO U M AY Q UA L I F Y F O R resentatives from each town toured the other municipality and gave feedback of DENTURES THROUGH their experiences. Information was exTHE SENIOR BENEFITS changed in the spring. There were five PROGRAM. areas they feel needed to be addressed: • An industrial park cleanup initiative. CA L L T O DAY • Enhancing downtown appeal. F O R I N F O R M AT I O N • A need for public transportation and alternative housing. • Create a draw for young families and professionals. • Better leverage of tourism opportunities. D E N T U R E C L I N I C She feels there are some benefits to the program. “I think FICE was just a really good way of having, as the name suggests, a first impression of our community from an outsider perspective…It had good benchmarking for a community that had some similarities to ours,” she stated. It also gave her some ideas for mov5101 - 49th Ave • 403-783-3771 ing forward. A recent community statistics report from CELEBRATING OVER PHONE: PHONE: 403-783-4911 403-783-4911 EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS TRAVEL Census Canada has given FAX: 403-783-5222 THATOF TAKES FAX: 403-783-5222 YOU PLACES EXCELLENCE! the town information of dirtvl@telusplanet.net EST.1961 1961 dirtvl@telusplanet.net EST. the different groups of www.direct-travel.ca www.direct-travel.ca & CRUISE CENTRE residents; the number A PROUD COMMUNITY SUPPORTER of men and women at a certain age and how *KAHLA’S PICK OF THE WEEK* UROPE REAT UYS many children live in Punta Cana Princess town help planners idenAll Suites Resort & Spa tify community needs. Olson suggested if there Theresa was a high population of Top 3 reasons to stay at Punta Cana Princess All Suites Resort & Spa children in the commu1. Rest on the famous Bavaro Beach, one of the best beaches in nity then more homes and Punta Cana. 2. The tranquil and romantic atmosphere creates the ideal setting family services would befor a wedding, honeymoon, or couples retreat. needed. 2009 Ramona 3. Stay at 1,EUROPEAN Play at 3 program lets you enhance your vacation “If you have more with exchange privileges at the Caribe Club Princess and MOTORCOACH TOURS in your aging population Tropical Princess. Enjoy additional restaurants and facilities with then you’re going to have free transportation via the resort shuttle. more people looking towards senior’s living, MAGICAL RIVER CRUISES condominium units… Kerry health care needs in EUROPE’S ForON that person who wants toWATERWAYS Travel the World, sit on the community change a beach or Cruise the blue waters of the Caribbean. based on your population structure,” said Olson. “Basically it helps idenDiane tify a lot of community needs when you look at ANY AMOUNT, that and how the municiANY DESTINATION pality addresses them.” There is still 2011 Kahla information that has not Follow us on Facebook been released by Census Canada as it takes time to LOCATED IN THE LOW PROFESSIONAL BUILDING

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Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH DIRECTORY Associated Gospel Churches of Canada

CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE

Pastor Jerry Preheim 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

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.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

NEW COVENANT BAPTIST REFORMED CHURCH

Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St. Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome! www.baptistreformedponoka.org

PARKLAND REFORMED CHURCH South on 2A, West on Spruce Road 403-783-1888 Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org

PONOKA ALLIANCE CHURCH

4215 - 46 St. Pastor Norm Dibben 403-783-3958 Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. A loving, gentle, caring people - welcome you!

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur 403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m. Corner of Hwy 53 & Hwy 2A (former Crossroads Restaurant)

PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am. 5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

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

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

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

5113 - 52 Ave., Ponoka, T4J 1H6 403-783-4048

ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Alexandra Meek-Sharman (on leave) Ven. Michael Sung, Priest in Charge Voc. Deacon - Rev. Doreen Scott

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

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

ZION CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Fred Knip 9 miles east on Hwy 53 (403) 782-9877 Jr. Church during service for children Sunday Service 10:30 am

Winter coats helps those in need By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye It’s winter, which means it’s cold outside, and people who can’t afford their own coats can be secure in the knowledge the Neighbourhood Place has used coats for those who need them. The coats are available “to make sure that no one spends the winter without a coat, especially the little ones,” explained Keith Williams, executive director for Neighborhood Place. People have been donating their gently used coats, hats and gloves to the program for the last 10 or 11 years, he said. “As soon as the weather gets cold they start feeling it.” Sometimes a person Keith Williams, executive director of Neighborhood Place, organizes gently used coats for folks will trade a coat that is too who can’t afford their own. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye small and other times a women who buy an infant snow suit each As more come in Williams hangs them up on the pair of gloves is all that is needed. Williams has seen people make year in the hopes of keeping a baby warm coat racks and gets them ready for whoever needs somedonations of their own hand-knitted during the winter season. Racks donated thing to keep warm. He finds kids’ winter clothing is in gloves or hats. He credits Ponoka resi- by Liquidation World are used to display more demand than those for an adult but one thing he is the coats up and he has already had sev- certain of: “The appreciation of people receiving a coat dents for making it possible. “It never ceases to amaze me the eral people needing a coat. Coats keep is endless.” Williams is accepting coats throughout the winter generosity of the people of this town,” he coming in and sometimes rotate over the stated. “I’m kind of proud of Ponoka in season but he does run out of some sizes. months and anything that is not used this year is saved that regard.” “I’m always short of the men’s winter for next winter. He had one example of two elderly coats.” Call Williams at 403-704-1146 for more details.

God loves the world and all that is in it I was watching a football game a few Sundays ago and my team was about to kick a critical field goal. All eyes were fixed on the kicker, and the goal posts, when suddenly, out of nowhere, this guy behind the end zone flashes this big fluorescent yellow sign with “John 3:16” emblazoned on it. We used to see more of this guy, and he is still around. The guy with the sign — that sign. I always wondered how he got into the stadium and how in our intolerant, “tolerant” society we haven’t seen laws banning his kind. Nowadays, well-meaning lawyers are making sure the public

isn’t exposed to the danger of a manger scene on city properties but somehow this guy gets into the game and flashes his sign in a packed stadium and on national TV. In a way, I really admire him. He is so politically incorrect he warms my heart because he is saying to the world that no matter what, the message of this simple verse is still out there and we can’t make it go away. And that verse haunts us, when we read it. It was spoken by Jesus to a man who should have had all the answers to life but hadn’t found them yet. This is the

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one verse of scripture that really summarizes God’s plan for mankind since the beginning of time. It’s the one scripture I would want with me if I was alone and abandoned on a desert island because it gives me hope. It speaks of a loving God who is in relationship with the world He creatPastor Tom ed: “For God so loved the Cnossen world…” To love shouts relationship. We can say Hobbema that we love our IPads or Fellowship Church our cars or our cows, but Member of the Ponoka really, love in a better sense is between people, Ministerial Association and in its best sense is between God and the crown of His creation. God loves unconditionally. It is a choice He makes in spite of the way we offend Him. A loving God is a giving God. “…that He gave His one and only Son…” Unlike Santa who gives to good boys and girls, God loves us, even while are still sinners. And it was a costly gift. At Christmas we love thinking about the cute story — the manger, the angels, the shepherds and wise men, Joseph and Mary and of course the Baby Jesus, all wrapped up in soft blankets. Yet we often don’t think of the sacrifice. Jesus came to suffer and die — He came to pay for our sins. He died so that we can live; this is the greatest gift exchange that ever happened at Christmas! Yes, He came to give life. “…that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.” Jesus called it “life to the full”. In this verse He calls it “eternal life” which speaks of both quality and quantity all at the same time. What Jesus was saying is that God’s plan of rescue and restoration, a plan He set in motion as soon as sin and evil marred and scarred His beloved world, is available and abundant and attainable. The simple message of God, at Christmas is, “Trust me, I’ve done it all for you.” That sign says it all…

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Reﬂections of Ponoka

A salute to our early community clubs and organizations By Mike Rainone for the News The energetic growth and success of each and every community over the years has and always will depend on the determined efforts of thousands of individuals, families, businesses, organizations, and clubs, who all work together to provide the ongoing benefits, facilities and services that we enjoy each and every day. Going way back to when Ponoka became a town in 1904, many clubs and groups of hardy volunteers have been formed to encourage the promotion and participation in countless activities and events for all ages and all walks of life in our town and county. The weekly Reflections and Remember When section in your Ponoka News salutes these many community and district clubs and organizations of yesterday and today, outlining their goals and the outstanding achievements of their members. We will of course be looking for your assistance and ideas to acquire information and photos along the way. The Ponoka Gun Club During our early settlement, one of the main tools of survival for our pioneers was a trusty rifle that enabled them to hunt and choose from forests full of the wild game that would feed their large families and supply many other year round needs. Most of these hardy settlers, both men and women, were required to become excellent marksmen, simply because their very existence depended on it. Along with all the hard work that was required to secure their homesteads, plant their crops, raise their livestock, and establish their livelihoods through ever changing weather

conditions and rugged terrain, these families would always find time for social gatherings, such as weekend picnics and games. It was here that friendly competitions of sharpshooting and skeet shooting begun, and in the early 1900s the Ponoka Gun Club was formed. In 1913 the local team of Charles Segerstrom, Bert Pendleton, Martin Bednar, Bill Kennedy, R.K. Allan, and Fred Lee put our town on the map by winning the Alberta championship. The longstanding tradition of a keen eye and good competition and sportsmanship continued for many decades, with the Ponoka Gun Club meeting every Wednesday at the Stampede grounds. Some of the ardent members of that group were Ralph Vold, Hec Labrie, George Kneller, Charles Palechek, Hong Mah Poy, Ron Spence, Blair Vold, Bert Mullard, Roy Clark, Doug Nelson, Neil Wilkins, Alf Mattern, Lloyd Stephenson and Ryan Vold. While the annual hunting season will always be a challenging sporting event for many, The Ponoka Fish and Game Association has maintained a long-standing natural range for rifle and bow competitors at pristine Lake Pofianga northwest of Ponoka. As well as hosting their popular Rifleman’s Rodeo every fall, they also sponsor their traditional horn measuring event, as well as conducting regular hunter training and safety clinics and outdoor survival and environment camps and clinics every year youth and family members. Ponoka BPOE Elks Throughout its long and active history, the Ponoka Elks Lodge has an enviable record of community services, which have been avidly performed by hundreds of members

Remember when

Photos courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

The Ponoka Gun Club captured the championship of the Alberta rifle marksmanship competition in 1913 and are shown here with their great array of trophies and prizes. Team members are: Charles Segerstrom, Bert Pendleton, Martin Bednar, Bill Kennedy, R.K. Allan and Fred Lee.

A milestone event for the first Ponoka BPOE Lodge #102 was the laying of the cornerstone for their first and popular Elks Hall on June 1928 before a massive crowd at the west end of Chipman Avenue.

Photo courtesy of Glenbow Archives

They have always claimed our early Alberta winters could be harsh and this great 1950s photo of a Greyhound Lines bus bound for Lethbridge is a vivid example. It was buried under 15-foot drifts somewhere along the highway in the Crownest Pass. While the passengers were all rescued, it took a couple of weeks to dig out everything that was stuck along the way.

since BPOE Lodge #102 received its charter with 119 members way back in 1925. Mr. D. Bush was the first Exalted Ruler of the Elks, and an exciting milestone for the club came in 1928 when the sod was turned for their first Elks Hall on Chipman Avenue, which would serve as a popular community centre for countless social events, bingos and fundraisers until 1966 when it was sold to Mr. Lou Gorman. Along way the Elks Lodge has always been dedicated to the betterment of Ponoka and some of the countless causes they have supported in partnership with the Ladies of the Royal Purple include: the Red Cross, Canadian National Institute for the Blind, the Purple Cross Fund for Crippled Children, and annual May Community Kiddies’ Day, sponsorship of local minor hockey and other sports teams and events. Today the Ponoka Elks Lodge continues to carry on the proud traditions of the Alberta Elks Lodges Association, whose member clubs contribute $3 million annually for the benefit and progress of the communities they serve. Our Elks’ Lodge meets every second Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in their new hall at 5901 Highway 2A Ponoka, and new members are always welcome.

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Opinion Dead, dead, dead: Middle East peace It’s as if the world’s leaders were earnestly warning us that global warming will cause the extinction of the dinosaurs. They’ve actually been dead for a long time already. So has the Middle East “peace process.” As soon as Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu announced Israel will build 3,000 homes on “East One” (E-1), the last piece of land connecting East Jerusalem with the West Bank that is not already covered with Jewish settlements, the ritual condemnations started to flow. Even US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said “these activities set back the cause of a negotiated peace,” and others went a lot further. In almost all the media coverage, the Israeli announcement is explained as an angry response for the United Nations General Assembly’s vote last month granting the Palestinian Authority permanent observer status at the UN. As if Netanyahu were an impulsive man who had just lost his temper, not a wily strategist who thinks longterm. Building in the “E-1” area, which covers most of the space between the Jewish settlements that ring East Jerusalem and the huge Jewish settlement of Maale Adumim in the Palestinian West Bank, is definitely a game-changer. It effectively separates the West Bank from East Jerusalem, the city that the Palestinians see as the capital of their future state. It also almost cuts the West Bank in two. But it’s not a new idea. The Israeli government declared its intention to build on this land 14 years ago, when Netanyahu was prime minister for the first time. The plan was frozen in response to outraged protests from practically all of Israel’s allies, but it was never abandoned. Now a pretext has arisen, and Netanyahu has seized it. And you can’t kill the “two-state solution.” To Netanyahu’s considerable satisfaction, it is already dead.

Gwynne Dyer Guest Columnist

Creating two independent states, Israeli and Palestinian, separated by the “green line” that was Israel’s border until it conquered the West Bank and the Gaza Strip in the 1967 war, was the goal of the 1993 Oslo Accords. That’s what the “peace process” was all about, but it was really doomed when Yitzhak Rabin, the prime minister signed the Oslo deal, was assassinated by a rightwing Jewish fanatic in 1995. Netanyahu was elected prime minister after Rabin’s death, and spent the next three years stalling on the transfers of land and political authority to the Palestinian Authority that were required by the Oslo Accords. Meanwhile, he supported a vastly expanded program of Jewish settlement in the West Bank that would ultimately make a Palestinian state impossible. The number of Jews living in the West Bank has doubled in the past 12 years, and they now account for onefifth of the population there. Jewish settlements, roads reserved for Jewish settlers, and Israeli military bases now cover 40 per cent of the West Bank’s territory. But to retain US support, Netanyahu still has to pretend that he is really interested in a two-state solution. That’s why he had to wait for the right excuse before building on “E-1” and sealing East Jerusalem off from the West Bank. But he always intended to kill off the “peace process,” and in practice he succeeded long ago. Why do his Western allies in the United States and elsewhere put up with this charade? Because they cannot think of anything else to do. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Wildrose contributes to debates A productive fall sitting of the Alberta Legislature wrapped up last week. After about six weeks of busy legislative work, MLAs have returned to their constituencies for a break until February. I’m happy to report the Wildrose Official Opposition led the way in the legislature on debating bills and proposing positive changes to government legislation. Of the total 93 hours of debate, Wildrose MLAs spoke for 57 hours, compared to only 14 hours for the PC government. Wildrose contributed more than 100 constructive amendments and improvements to legislation. While it is disappointing to see the PC government ignore Albertans’ desire to see parties work together, the fall session provided the Official Opposition the opportunity to prove our mettle and work to build a better Alberta, often with the co-operation of the other opposition parties. In Bill 2, the Responsible Energy Development Act, the government voted down numerous amendments brought forward by the Wildrose to protect landowner rights. The new act is yet another jab at landowners, and will not achieve its goals of streamlining development. In Bill 7, the Election Accountability Amendment Act, the PCs outlawed the public from ever knowing which prohibited corporations made illegal donations past three years, and rejected Wildrose amendments to fix the bill. As written, Bill 7 fails to provide any deterrent to the PC party for accepting illegal donations, so we are likely to continue to hear about this kind of law breaking as it surfaces for years to come. The PCs also rejected Wildrose amendments brought forward to protect people who blow the whistle on wrongdoing in government. Instead, they

passed the flawed Bill 4, which puts whistleblowers in serious risk. The act permits the government appointed commissioner to quash allegations so they never see the light of day. One success for the Official Opposition was seeing the new Education Act pass this Rod Fox session, which finally MLA Lacombe-Ponoka took into consideration the concerns of faithbased educators and home school families. The new Education Act reinstates the primacy of parents in education, a victory for home school families and faith-based educators. In other constituency happenings, I am happy to extend congratulations to the City of Lacombe and the Lacombe Historical Society for winning the 2012 Heritage Awards, recognizing their contribution to the preservation of history in the area. On a personal note, I would like to express my sincere best wishes to you all for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. It is a time of year to reflect on family and friends, and enjoy the season for its true meaning, As the MLA for Lacombe Ponoka, I look forward to your feedback. Contact my office at #101 4892 46 Street,Lacombe, AB T4L 2B4 or phone 403 782 7725. You can also like my Facebook page for up-to-date news from the Legislature and in the constituency.

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Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012

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Alberta liquor lessons for Ontario considered Ontario’s Progressive Conserva- to plan their day around going to the tive opposition leader, Tim Hudak, is LCBO or to The Beer Store (often to proposing to take a page from Alberta both if they would like to purchase both in reforming his a bottle of wine province’s liquor and a case of beer regime. In short, on the same day). Derek Fildebrandt ending the govHighly restricted ernment decreed hours and few Alberta CTF Director monopoly in favor locations mean Guest Columnist of at least some that going to the degree of private liquor store is not competition modeled on Alberta. the casual stop at the corner that it is in This is a very good idea. Alberta. Still, there are voices in Alberta, Think of the carbon emissions like the Parkland Institute, that plead saved in Alberta by not having to drive for a return to the post-prohibition era all around town just to stock up your of government monopoly. fridge before a dinner party. Prohibition came to both Alberta The end of the government monopand Ontario in 1916 and was imposed oly also meant the end of government nationally using the War Measures Act guiding our tastes. In 1993, there were in 1918. 2,200 different products available in Alberta repealed its unenforceable Alberta government liquor stores. Toprohibition laws in 1924 and Ontario day there are 18,046 products available did the same in 1927, but like most in Alberta, an 820 per cent increase. provinces, their governments retained The newfound convenience and the zeal of the temperance movement choice alone are enough to justify Aland severely curtailed the freedom to berta’s new path. buy, sell and consume alcohol. The Government revenues haven’t idea behind giving the government a suffered either. In 1993, government monopoly was to continue the pater- revenue from the sale of alcohol was nalistic, prohibition-inspired policies $405 million, or $625 million when without driving the activity entirely un- adjusted for inflation in today’s dollars. derground. This compares with the $687 million This persisted in the form of the the province collected last year. Alberta Liquor Control Board (ALCB) To be sure, Alberta could collect and the Liquor Control Board of On- more money in alcohol taxes but they tario (LCBO). could also collect less. Interestingly, Fast-forward 70 years to the Klein while Quebec is the most taxed jurisRevolution in 1993. To Premier Klein, diction in North America, its people the idea of the government running a balk at the idea of high alcohol taxes. liquor monopoly belonged in the ash They may accept government confisheap of history. He ordered the total cating half their income but they won’t privatization of Alberta’s state liquor let bureaucrats tax their beer. With a monopoly and the results have been al- massive tax differential, you could buy most universally positive. some premium beers in that province The convenience for Albertans for half the price of neighbouring highlooking for a cold one has drastically tax Ontario. improved. At the end of its days in More importantly than price, selec1993, the ALCB operated 208 stores. tion and convenience is where Albertans As of 2012, there are 1,313 private li- are treated at least somewhat like adults quor stores in Alberta, a 613 per cent when it comes to alcohol, especially increase. Alberta’s stores are open lon- relative to Ontarians. Alberta’s alcohol ger and for more days of the year than regime is far from perfect and there are Ontario’s strictly unionized stores. many lessons that we can learn from This may come as a shock to Al- other jurisdictions, but in the meantime, bertans, but Ontarians literally need Ontario can take a lesson from us.

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS USE HOLIDAY CANDLES WITH CARE Candles are a nice home decoration but they are also responsible for many home fires. Make sure all of your holiday candles are in a sturdy holder away from anything that can burn. Consider using fire-safe alternatives such as battery operated decorative candles in the home.

TOWN HALL CLOSURE The Town Office will be closed at 12 noon on Friday, December 14.

Business Licenses Are Now Due! The 2013 Business License Renewal Notices have been sent out and are due no later than the close of business on January 31, 2013. Inquiries can be made to 403.783.0117 or 403.783.0119.

Did You Know…? It is not an acceptable practice to dump household garbage at the Recycle Depot. The Public Works Department removes 136 kilograms (300 lbs.) of household garbage items from the bins at the Recycle Depot such as frying pans; car parts; used cat litter; paint & aerosol cans on a weekly basis. Any person dumping their household garbage at the recycle depot will be subject to fine. The penalty ranges from $50 - $250. Please contact the Town Office @ 403.783.4431 if you witness illegal dumping at the recycle depot.

2013 DOG LICENSES AVAILABLE DECEMBER 17TH $25.00 Per Dog until January 31st, then the cost increases to $40.00. All dogs over the age of three months must be licensed. As per Bylaw 114-01, owners will be fined $50 for dogs caught not wearing a current dog tag. Thank you for being a responsible dog owner.

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Liquor sales bylaw better late than never for natives Dear Editor: When it comes to Albertans and alcohol there is one thing that comes to my mind that seems to tell the story of the relationship that the average Albertan has with this product. I have noted throughout the ups and downs of the economy, Albertans will faithfully find some reason to drink. When the economy is bad it seems that Albertans drink out of depression that results from being unemployed. When the economy is good then Albertans drink because they have money to spend. All of which makes you wonder where the money to spend on alcohol comes from during the lean times? Like the editor, I too have marvelled at the unrelenting growth in the number of outlets in Ponoka that you can buy booze from. Ponoka has gone from a town that used to be serviced by one Alberta Liquor Control Board retail outlet to a town that will soon have at least six retail outlets plus approximately seven restaurants that serve alcohol. All of which makes me wonder if the rate of growth in alcohol outlets hasn’t actually exceeded the rate of growth in the town’s population? If it has, which is something that I suspect is true, based upon the town’s official published population

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growth statics, then we are indeed in a sad situation. As I look upon the ever-growing number of businesses that sell liquor it really makes me wonder if the members of our community think that alcohol consumption is the foundation of a sound economic plan? Is it possible we actually believe that we as a community can gamble and drink, sniff, smoke or inject ourselves to social stability and economic prosperity? Here we live in a town that failed to be able to support three grocery stores where you could buy the necessities needed to sustain life but amazingly enough the same town can support more than 13 businesses that sell a non-nutritional liquid that is the number 1 substance abuse product in our nation. As a young child, I was raised in a community where liquor outlets of all kinds were more plentiful than grocery stores. These retail outlets usually occupy the most prized of retail locations, the corner lot. I can attest to the fact the easy availability of alcohol was of no benefit to the community. Our community

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suffered heavily in terms of such social ills as: violent crime, family breakdown, lack of quality school performance on the part of the youth, family violence, underage pregnancy and sexual abuse. In his commentary, the editor asked the question, what right does the town council have to regulate the ability of its residents to have access to alcoholic beverages? I for one think that the town council has every right to act in the broader interest of its residents who do not want to be confronted by inebriated people, as happened to me this summer, as they go about their lives. I would respond to that question by saying that the town council has correctly come to realize, maybe too late, that the easy availability of alcohol and drugs is not conducive to Ponoka being a safe community. I say that the realization is too late because the town has already approved the operation of these businesses. But it is better late than never. That the town stands to receive those who no longer feel locked out of Wetaskiwin is not irrational. Just as a clamp down on prostitution ends up merely shift-

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ing the activity from one neighborhood to another, so it is likely to happen here as a result of what the Wetaskiwin council has enacted. The editor brings up the issue of whether the ordinance changes by Ponoka and Wetaskiwin town councils are racially motivated. First of all I would like to say that the existence of a law and the predominant racial composition of those who seem to be the violators of the law does not mean that the law is racially motivated. The law is not targeting natives per se but it is instead targeting certain undesired activities that arise from consumption of the product. As an example we know that the diabetes rate among Native Americans is higher than the general population. Does this then make it racist for the government to devote more resources to education and prevention about diabetes to a population group that is literally eating itself to death? The truth about alcoholism and the native population is just as dark. According to a study in the United States that was conducted by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “one out of 10 Native American deaths are alcohol related” (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/ id/26439767/ns/health-addictions/t/native-american-deaths-alcohol-related/) Hobbema itself is a dry reserve and it is dry for the very same reasons the councils of both Wetaskiwin and Ponoka are citing as their need to do something about their liberal-alcohol access policies. The sad thing is that even though the Hobbema reserve is officially dry it has not been able to stop widespread alcohol abuse by its residents. If the reserve is indeed dry then this means that all of the reserve’s alcohol is actually coming from the same nearby communities that are now trying to limit access to alcohol from off the reserve. Maybe the fault has been ours all along for not working in concert with native leaders to support their efforts to curb alcoholism in their community. Maybe these changes to the hours of operation for alcohol retail establishments will have some beneficial effect on the Hobbema community itself and on the lives of alcohol dependent natives, and non-natives living in Ponoka. In a way you could see this as the white communities finally co-operating with Hobbema on this critical issue. In the end, I believe that it is better to be proactive rather than to just sit back and wait for things to happen. Liquor store owners are not willing to police themselves and those who consume their product are obviously too weak to do anything about their own behaviour. Ironically the truth is that those reduced retail hours may present the only opportunity for sobriety, however brief, that some may have that day. Julian Ross Hudson

Seeking sidewalk clearing resolution Dear Editor: There is a problem of clearing sidewalks where they are crossed by lanes. Ponoka CAO Brad Watson’s solution seems to be to give the responsibility to the lane-adjacent landowners. Due to the heavy lane traffic in the downtown compacting snow into ice, this is unreasonable — especially when the public works department, when clearing walks, lifts the blade and drives across the lance, compounding the problem. As with noxious weeds along lanes, the works department does absolutely no inspection. Council must regain some control. Harry and Eleanor White

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Family works through stress of losing their home to fire By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A home fire is not something anybody expects and for one family the loss of a home and two pets has not been easy. The fire started in the evening of Nov. 28 southeast of Morningside and Bonnie Longjohn had just awakened from a nap. “I lay down on the couch to watch TV and fell asleep and then for whatever reason, woke up,” said Mrs. Longjohn. All that is left of the building is the foundation as the fire continued through most of the night and firefighters were on site until 9 a.m. Lacombe Fire Chief Ed VanDelden said it was a cold night and the department took turns fighting the blaze to stay warm. There were some challenges for them as snow melted from the heat and then froze further away from the home but they continued fighting the fire. “It was so cold, they took shifts and they were just amazing,” said Mrs. Longjohn of firefighters’ efforts. Mrs. Longjohn has been the caretaker of the home for many years as her father and stepmother, Charlie and Jane Bowie, live in a trailer at the Ponoka Moose Lodge. She said there are many heirlooms and memories from the home. “Dad built the house himself, he started it in ’63,” said Mrs. Longjohn. The home itself was moved to its present location in 1959. “The next year we started building bigger, much bigger,” said Mr. Bowie. It took three fire departments to try and contain the blaze; the Lacombe Fire Department received the call the home was on fire and they requested the assistance of the Clive Fire Department and a tanker truck from the Ponoka Fire Department. The home was 1,800 square feet plus the basement and over the years housed many hockey players and other people who needed a place to stay. In 1979 Mr. Bowie started to billet hockey players for a Hobbema junior

A hockey team and would drive them daily to games and practices while raising three of his own children and two stepchildren. “Lots of people did it in the community,” said Mrs. Longjohn. “But even before that and I can remember this growing up. There’s different times that people would come and live with us.” One of the significant memories for Mrs. Longjohn is when their babysitter moved in with them for four years and another year when a family lost their home to a fire. “He had a family come and stay that had a fire, I remember that one…they just stayed with dad until they could get a house to move back onto where their site was. They even had a baby while they were out there.” A pool table was one of many different items including Mr. Bowie’s and his great-uncle’s uniform. Also a table that has been within the family for several generations and was 150 years old, was lost. All of their family photos were lost to the blaze as well. Mr. Bowie said there is no way to put a value on their belongings. “You can’t.” Mrs. Bowie received a call from Mrs. Longjohn that the house was on fire. Mrs. Bowie also called 911 to give the location of the home. “I was so glad I was there to answer the phone.” The garage located close to the home was the first place Mrs. Longjohn noticed the flames. “I could see the yellow glow and realized it was fully on fire.” She took the four dogs out of the home and realized the house itself was also ablaze. Things happened quickly for her at that point, Mrs. Longjohn moved a van close to the home but did not see it had started to melt on one side from the heat. She then moved a pickup truck and placed the dogs in there to keep them safe. Her goal was to keep the animals safe and out of the way of firefighters. She then remembers receiving a call from a 911

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The Longjohns and the Bowies speak about the challenges faced after losing their home to a fire recently. Here are Courtney and mother Bonnie-Jean Longjohn and Mrs. Longjohn’s father Charlie Bowie and his wife Jane Dec. 8. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye dispatcher asking if there was anyone in the house. The dispatcher made her promise not to go back in as there were still two cats in there. “So I did, and you can’t make a promise and break it, so didn’t go back in the house,” she stated. Despite losing her two cats to the fire, Mrs. Longjohn feels a person’s life is too important. “If there’s any message that I would want to say. It’s not worth going back in for. Not anything’s worth it.” She mentioned several times her concern over the loss of their personal treasures but Mrs. Longjohn said her father has the right perspective. “Quietly, in the manner that he has, ‘Well you’re the treasure.’ It puts it right where it really is.” The cause of the fire is still under investigation but Mr. Bowie is grateful to their insurance company for their assistance. “Co-operators has been real good to us.” The family has received help from friends and family over the past weeks and a benefit social gathering has been organized by friends, Fred Radtke and Harry Lagroix. It will be held Dec. 16 from 1 to

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5 p.m. at the Ponoka Moose Lodge. Mrs. Longjohn has been staying with them for the time being but has a friend who has given her a place to stay until such time as a new home can be built. Mrs. Bowie feels there has been much generosity from people. “The very first day, it was like a steady stream of stuff coming in. Personal stuff like clothing and cosmetics and money to buy what she needed. It was just constant that first day.” Mrs. Longjohn’s daughter, Courtney, feels despite losing everything to the fire, it has brought the family closer together. For more information on the benefit, contact Radtke at 403-783-8587 or Lagroix at 403-7832635.

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Holiday Train returns to Ponoka entertaining hundreds

Warming the spirit: Kobe Osmond enjoys some hot chocolate before the CP Rail Holiday Train Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye arrived in Ponoka Dec. 10.

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All I want for Christmas: Children of all ages, including the child in us all, lit up as the 2012 Holiday Train rolled into Ponoka. Photo by Amelia Naismith

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Liquor sales to hit record high over holidays

Sales of wine, beer and spirits are on track to hit a record high this holiday season and on an annual basis, according to BMO Capital Markets Economics. The pickup comes as the economy continues to improve and wine and beer producers continue to make new inroads with consumers. “Over the first nine months of 2012, Canadian consumers spent almost half a billion dollars more on alcohol than they did over the same period last year — an increase of 3.6 per cent. If this healthy growth holds up through the holiday season, that would set the stage for record retail sales of more than $19 billion in 2012,” said Aaron Goertzen, an economist with BMO Capital Markets.

Sales of wine, beer, and spirits typically surge in December over 40 per cent above the monthly average — making it the highest volume sales month. By comparison, the retail sector is up 15 to 20 per cent from holiday shopping. “Last December, the average Canadian adult spent just over $85 on alcohol; with around one-third of wine sales originating from domestic wineries, this represents a boon to Canadian producers,” said Goertzen. The increase comes from higher volume as Canadians serve more liquor at dinner and parties over the holidays, and buy more expensive premium brands for festive occasions and gifts. Spending $85 represents the equivalent of

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purchasing approximately 1.2 bottles of spirits, 2.6 bottles of wine and 27 bottles of beer. Quebecers show the most pronounced holiday bump in alcohol sales, which rise around 65 per cent above average in December. The preference for wine in Quebec means that wineries should benefit. Ontarians also demonstrate a greater penchant for alcohol during December — much to the benefit of Ontario vintners, who have a strong presence on store shelves in the province. As for British Columbia, while its holiday bump of 30 per cent is somewhat lower than the national average of around 40 per cent, the province has an affinity for wine; Canadian wine accounts for nearly 50 per cent of wine purchased in B.C. “Canadian wineries produce fine wines exhibiting unique and desirable characteristics that begin in Canadian vineyards with high quality fruit,” said David Rinneard, national manager of agriculture with BMO Bank of Montreal. “We anticipate that Canadian wineries will continue to reassert their position in Canada and showcase their quality products in other parts of the world. “Despite some market challenges, our breweries have a long tradition of sourcing quality ingredients,

including barley, wheat and hops produced here by Canadian farmers,” said Rinneard. “While there has been a rise in the price of many commodities, consumers can be confident that the Canadian food products that go into the making of their favourite beer continue to be among the best tasting, safest and highest quality in the world.” Outlook for Canada’s Wine and Beer Sectors • The Canadian wine industry grew an average of more than 11 per cent per year between 1995 and 2004 • Canadian adults in 2011 purchased an average of 22 bottles of wine, up from 13 bottles in 1995. One-third of wine consumed in Canada is produced by domestic wineries. The industry will continue to benefit as Canada’s population ages, and the adoption of bolder brands and marketing will likely reach younger consumers • Sophisticated consumers are willing to buy more premium wines, providing an opportunity to produce higher-value products Challenges Brewing in Big Beer Business • Between 1995 and 2011, as wine rose from to 30 per cent of Canadians’ total alcohol consumption, beer fell from 53 to 45 per cent • Traditional brewers face intensifying competition from wine and craft brewers. Since the 1990s, imports have tripled their market share in both Canada and the U.S., and domestic craft brewers have doubled production since 2003. • Potential opportunities for growth include the virtually untapped female demographic, underscoring the importance of product specialization and Branding that targets women — including low-calorie options and lighter flavoured beerbased beverages. Men account for approximately 80 per cent of beer sales

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Christmas is a time to enjoy and be thankful for the merry aspects of life, and look forward to a fruitful new year. But Christmas can also be a time to look back and reflect what once brought joy. Each year Ponoka’s United and Anglican churches team up to host Blue Christmas. “We do it Dec. 21, the longest night of the year, to give those who are grieving or have lost someone some quiet time,” said Rev. Beatrix Schriner of the United Church. “It’s really a time for people to take time apart and reflect,” she added. Those who attend the joint service will be given the opportunity to light a candle in memory of past loved ones. However, Schriner says the service is not only for people grieving loss, but also for anyone suffering around the holidays. “It’s for anyone having a tough time while the rest of the world is merry.” Although it’s a Christian service, Schriner believes the message is good for people of any denomination. The service begins at 7 p.m. at Ponoka Anglican Church.

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Community Christmas will bring cheer By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The spirit of giving seems to be most amplified during the holiday season and some people who do not have family or friends close by can enjoy some fellowship during Ponoka’s Community Christmas. The date and location have not changed: hosted at the Kinsmen Community Centre on Christmas Day. This year Bob Hepp is going to host the dinner as founder Sherry Mitchell has decided to step down from organizing the event. Hepp is no stranger to the Community Christmas — he has catered it for the last 15 to 20 years. A few changes have been made to the program but his goal is, “for people to come and have Christmas they normally wouldn’t have on their own…All are welcome.” Doors open at 10 a.m. for hot chocolate and coffee and then a buffet lunch from 12 to 1 p.m. Entertainment and games have been organized by volunteers for the day as well. Hepp has seen many attendees who are members of the Rising Sun Club House attend the Community Christmas and he feels with it, those without family

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might not otherwise celebrate the day. “It’s important,” he stated. Many people have already volunteered their time for the day and Hepp suggests anyone who wants to donate their time call him. Even if volunteer posts are filled, he feels people can help out by coming and having a meal with someone they don’t know and enjoy each other’s company. For him the day is about being with others and keeping the spirit of Community Christmas alive. “It’s not about Bob Hepp, it’s about Community Christmas.” People will be able to take a plate of food home if there are leftovers and the rest gets donated to the Ponoka Rising Sun Clubhouse, which is something Hepp has done every year. The day is one for “a meal with friendship or fellowship.” He credits the people of Ponoka and Mitchell for making the day a welcoming Christmas Day. “The people do it, that’s who make Community Christmas.” If you have donations or would like to volunteer please call Bob Hepp at 403-783-6165.

Food for the cause: Gwen Jansen hands Keenan Haines bags of food for the Ponoka Composite High School Stuff-a-Bus campaign. The program is in its 31st year and food and donations go towards Santa’s Anonymous. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Greetings of the Season

I would like to express my gratitude to the ratepayers of Division 3 for your continued support. It has been my pleasure to represent you and hear your concerns/ideas. I would like to wish all the ratepayers of Ponoka County and especially Division 3 a very Merry Christmas and may the New Year bring you all your wishes!

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Dear community of Ponoka: As many of you know, I have retired from Ponoka Community Christmas. I encourage each of you to care, love one another, support each other and participate with Ponoka Community Christmas. Embrace change, life is full of change and this is good. Perhaps you can reach out to others at the dinner and encourage others to come home with you and continue the day. Let’s not leave out anyone or send anyone home to sit alone. Reach out in love (as I know Ponoka has lots of). Be kind to one another and do not wait for someone to let you know they are going home alone, listen to each other and meet the needs of one another. Throughout the year I hope you will continue listening to your community’s heartbeat and spend time with your family, friends and community. Invite someone to your home or out for coffee, spend heart time with one another. Take a few minutes in the grocery store to greet the person beside you in line and enquire how they are. Who knows it may add a thread of hope or drop of joy in their life and it may just enlighten and lift yours as well. Thank you Ponoka for all your love and support throughout the years. It was an honour to have been a small part of your community. Sherry Mitchell

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Ponoka library requests expanded budget By Amelia Naismith

then take books out,” said Ravnsborg. Approximately 1,000 books are moved in and out each month. “Which may not sound like a lot, but it’s a tremendous amount of work,” Ravnsborg added. If the library doesn’t receive enough money to keep a balanced budget, Ravnsborg said they’ll either run at a deficit or cut their hours. The library is open Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cutforth advised council approved the request and matched the numbers with Rimbey’s library, since both town and county people belong to the libraries. “It’s a total of $13,000, and we just incorporate it into our 2013 budget,” said Cutforth. His suggestion was approved by the council.

The Ponoka Jubilee Library is requesting a $35,290 contribution from Ponoka County for 2013. This request is a $6,520 increase over the requisition for 2012. “As you can see our request for funds is up this year,” Nick Ravnsborg, the library board’s treasurer, told county council. Ravnsborg said one the reasons for the budget increase was the loss of the former librarian at the end of August and the recent hiring of new librarian David Tremblay. When the librarian position opened up the library received 15 responses, which surprised Ravnsborg. “Of our applicants we interviewed 13. Almost all of them had their masters,” said Ravnsborg. Eleven of the applicants had master’s, which isn’t mandatory for a position in a town the size of Ponoka. “Now of those, six of them had salary expectations that were disgusting,” he added. Six applicants wanted a salary of over $70,000. “Being the good, con- Submitted by Ponoka Victim Services servative board we are, we “Human rights defender is a title each and every one hired one of the ones who of us can earn. It is not a role that requires a professional wanted over $50,000.” qualification. What it depends on is regard for our fellow Ravnsborg feels the human beings, an understanding that we are all entitled library got a good librar- to the full range of human rights and a commitment to ian with Tremblay, and seeing that ideal become a reality.” at a good rate. However, Navi Pillay, UN High Commissioner for Human a budget increase is still Rights required. He also told Some human rights defenders are famous but most council that the library are not. They are active in every part of the world, workis having to increase the ing alone and in groups, in local communities, in national salaries of casual staff to politics and internationally. stay competitive with othThey are of all ages and have diverse backgrounds er libraries in the central and occupations. Alberta region, and keep Many are highly qualified people who have special those people in Ponoka. skills as lawyers, journalists, doctors, architects or teachThe library will also ers: many others have little or no education but they all request more money from have in common the fundamental conviction that human the Town of Ponoka than rights must be protected and promoted. they normally would. Everyone can advance and speak up for human rights “Times are changing I’m no matter who they are or where they are from. Each one afraid,” said Ravnsborg. of us has the potential to make a difference. When asked by CounHuman Rights Day (Dec. 10,) presents an opportuty CAO Charlie Cutforth, nity, every year, to celebrate human rights, highlight a Ravnsborg told council specific issue, and advocate for the full enjoyment of all the library’s membership human rights by everyone everywhere. remains static. “We’ve This year, the spotlight is on the rights of all people got about 4,000 members, — women, youth, minorities, persons with disabilities, which is really kind of a indigenous people, the poor and marginalized — to make misleading thing because their voices heard in public life and be included in politimost of our memberships cal decision-making. are family memberships,” said Ravnsborg. Because of the family memberships, where mulPONOKA RISING tiple people are included SUN CLUBHOUSE under one membership Ravnsborg wasn’t able to provide a definite number for council. He said the fast growing interlibrary system is also placing pressure on the library. For per month The system allows library users to order books they can’t find at their own We will pick up your paper, clean tins, library from other libraries glass, No. 1-5 plastic and cardboard. in the central Alberta ParkWe also pick up cardboard from local businesses. land region. “They send books to the provincial For more information on these programs please call building and our people pick them up every day Weekdays and bring them back, and

Getting into the spirit of giving: Marlene Perry of the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society (l) accepts $500 cash from June Santee representing the Legacy Place Coffee Group. They saved their pennies over the last year and a half. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Money for good: Marlene Perry of the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society accepts a $1,000 cheque Dec. 4 from Verlea Mack of the Battle River Chapter 42, Order of the Eastern Star. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Safety should be a holiday tradition too Celebrants and shoppers annually spend billions of dollars during the Christmas holidays. With so much money exchanging hands, it is imperative for shoppers and revellers to use caution to avoid incidents that can put a damper on such a festive time of year. Though many people who look forward to the holiday season for all the right reasons, there are some who see this time of year as a prime opportunity to prey on the generosity or distraction Christmas brings. Thieves know that the holidays can be hectic, and they use this to their advantage, knowing full well people tend to store high-priced items in their

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Suspended driver caught while driving disqualified By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A woman driving a black Jeep Patriot had her vehicle seized for 30 days Nov. 29 at midnight after a sheriff recognized the vehicle as one belonging to someone who had a suspended Ontario licence. She was eastbound on Highway 53 when she was stopped. She did however produce a valid Alberta licence, which was given to her in error. Her suspension from previously driving while impaired did not allow her to legally drive. She was charged with driving while disqualified and her vehicle was seized for 30 days. Alberta Transportation has also been notified of the incident.

Three times the legal limit It was a near miss for a 44-yearold man from Hobbema after his 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix hit the ditch Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. There were four passengers in the vehicle with minor injuries but the driver faces impaired charges after testing with blood-alcohol levels of .25 and .23. Open liquor in vehicle The driver of a black Infiniti had some tough questions to answer Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. after passing two emergency vehicles. He was travelling southbound on Highway 2 north of Ponoka when the car hit the ditch. Upon inspection police found an open bottle of wine behind the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seat, however a roadside blood-alcohol check showed he was

not drunk. He was charged with driving at an unreasonable speed and transporting liquor with easy access to its occupants. Speeding with hash A 46-year-old man from Saskatchewan faces charges of speeding and possession of a controlled substance Dec 6 at 3 p.m. on Highway 2 southbound near the Highway 2A exit. He was travelling 137 km/h in a 110 km/h zone when stopped and Mounties report they could smell marijuana coming from the vehicle. An investigation showed some quantities of marijuana and hash in the vehicle. A 38-year-old female passenger from Red Deer also faces charges of possession. Youth assault Ponoka RCMP responded to a complaint of assault Dec 6 at 2:15 p.m. on a girl at the Ponoka Composite High School. She was assaulted by another girl and there is

a history of bullying between them. Video footage of the incident has been obtained by police. Person pays for stolen items Video surveillance from a downtown drugstore helped catch a 28-year-old woman Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. stealing some cosmetics from the store. Police were able to stop the woman after she left the store and the owners did not want to press charges as long as she either paid for or returned the items. She paid for the damaged and stolen items and was advised she was not welcome to return. Chrome rims stolen Some time between Dec. 1 in the morning and Dec. 8 in the morning, a set of chrome rims was taken from the back of a pickup truck. The truck had a box cover and the theft occurred on the 5000 block of 56 Street. They are valued at $230. If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Artist explores post-war Dutch immigration story Submitted The King’s University College in Edmonton has announced the opening of Immigrant, an exhibition of 20 new oil paintings and one installation piece by Burlington, Ont. artist Rosemary Sloot. The exhibit explores the post-war emigration of the Dutch to Canada. In telling her own family’s story, Sloot is telling the story of every Dutch immigrant, and in telling of the post-war experience, the story of many immigrants. “My efforts as artist-chronicler have resulted in a series of intimate works that are narrative by intent and reveal themselves readily while they recover personal history and speak to common universal themes of loss, uprootedness, family and individual identity,

sacrifice, persistence, hope and faith,” Sloot says of the Immigrant exhibition in her artist’s statement. In his article for the May/June issue of Dutch, The Magazine, Tom Bijvoet writes of the exhibition: “In her highly accomplished at times almost photographically realistic style, Ms. Sloot’s paintings bring the emotions of the immigrant and his burden across in their most raw and tactile form. “Those who attend the show would be advised to stop by each painting and look at it with an eye for its layered detail and its symbolism. Each one, like Burden of the Immigrant, carries a huge amount of meaning, of story, for each one of us, although our stories may differ in the details. For this exhibition Ms. Sloot has created a collection of works

that should be recognized as a significant addition to the representation of a quintessential Canadian experience — are we not all immigrants?” Immigration was curated by George Wade at the Burlington Art Centre. Rosemary Sloot is a senior visual artist living and working in London, Ont.. She was born in Simcoe, Ont., two months after her parents landed in Canada. They had just emmigrated from The Netherlands. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, and with a master’s from

the University of Alberta, both in painting. Rosemary Sloot has an exhibition history of 34 years. Her works are included in a number of major corporate collections in Canada and in private collections in Canada, the USA, Australia and The Netherlands among others. The gallery is located in the Atrium of The King’s University College at 9125-50 St., Edmonton. The public is welcome. Immigrant is on display at The King’s University College Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. until Jan. 15. Admission is free.

HayEast support program gaining momentum By Treena Mielke The Bluffton 4-H Beef Club is reaching out past Alberta borders to help drought-stricken farmers in Ontario. The club has raised $1,000 to support HayEast 2012, a program underway to help address the urgent need for hay on many eastern Canadian farms. Assistant club leader Andrea Falt said the money is to go toward transportation costs. “It’s a very stressful time for them (the farmers) and the least we can do is try and help them out,” said Falt. “Transportation costs for the hay are astronomical.” She noted in 2002 farmers from the East pitched in to send much needed hay to their counterparts in Western Canada who were suffering from a critical feed shortage. This year it’s pay back time. Falt and Rimbey-area farmer Dan Skeels, who

is also an assistant leader with the Bluffton 4-H Club, are appealing to farmers to donate at least a few hay bales to the HayEast program. “We are appealing to local farmers to band together and donate as much hay as they can. Even 10 bales can make a difference. It’s all about farmers helping farmers,” said Falt. The hay shortage in Ontario is due to a late frost followed by a severe drought that prevented hay fields from recovering. The province has identified 19 regions that have been drastically affected by this summer’s drought. Farmers in these regions have requested more than 70,000 bales of hay to sustain livestock through the winter. HayEast 2012 is a partnership involving farm organizations across Canada. The program is similar to the HayWest program of 2002 when thousands of eastern Canadian farmers sent forages to western Canada to help drought stricken farmers. “We remember what that hay meant to farmers here,” said Falt.

Norm Hall, president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan and HayEast 2012 organizer said the biggest challenge of the program is the cost of transportation. However, HayEast received a major boost in November when the Ontario and federal governments committed, on a cost-shared basis, an immediate $500,000 to start moving the thousands of bales of hay that have been pledged by farmers across Alberta and Saskatchewan. They have also agreed to match individual and corporate cash donations made to HayEast up to $2.5 million. To date more than 30 truckloads of hay have been delivered and dozens more are on their way. The target for Western Canada is 50,000 bales.

Falt said the location where the hay is delivered in Ontario is determined by a lottery. Farmers who wish to take part in the program may contact Andrea Falt at 1-780-586-2820 or Dan Skeels at 403-843-4756. Donations to the HayEast 2012 program can be made at any Scotiabank branch across Canada using account number 203620149616. Cheques made payable to HayEast may be mailed to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture office, Ontario AgriCentre, 100 Stone Road West, Suite 206 Guelph, ON NIG 5L3. Charitable receipts will be issued for donations. For more information about the HayEast program check out the website at www.hayeast2012.com

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On Wednesday, December 5, 2012- 3485 head of cattle went through our rings & 837 on the Canadian Satellite sale - TOTAL 4862

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67.00-73.00 57.00-66.00 50.00-58.00 70.00-78.00 65.00-77.00 70.00-85.00

Good Bred Cows 1100.00-1550.00 Older Bred Cows 1050.00-1200.00 Good Bred Heifers: 1350.00-1725.00 Cow/calf pairs (younger) 1200.00-1650.00 Cow/Calf pairs (older) 1100.00-1350.00

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114.00-120.00 130.00-135.00 130.00-137.00 132.00-140.00 137.00-144.50 143.00-166.00 160.00-179.00 178.00-192.00

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cluded speakers, resolution debates and elections. “This was a very good and productive AGM. Our delegates were attentive and active through the presentations, discussions, elections and resolutions debate,” said Rich Smith, executive director. Speakers covered a wide range of topics and did an excellent job of defining the challenges and highlighting the opportunities for the year to come. The delegates heard interesting and informative presentations from Cargill, JBS, and the Land Use Secretariat. AdFarm reviewed the Alberta Beef: Famous Taste campaign and updates from partner organizations were given.

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The 2013 executive was elected. Doug Sawyer (Pine Lake) was reelected chair, Greg Bowie (Ponoka) moved to vice-chair and John Buckley (Cochrane) has joined the executive team as finance chair. ABP also welcomes the newlyelected 2013 board of directors: Cecilie Fleming (Granum), Brian Chomlak (Beauvallon), Rick McKnight (Jarvie), Howard Bekkering (Vauxhall), Bob Lowe(Nanton), Brian Edge (Cochrane), Judy Fenton (Irma), Rob Somerville (Endiang), Chris Simpson (Bentley), John Bland (Strathmore), Larry Delver (Calgary), Mark Francis (Taber) and Roland Cailliau (Valleyview).

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Continued from page 25 However, the arrangements of Stealth Cat, both instrumental and lyrical, are annoying and over-thought. The more their album was listened to the better it became. This is definitely one band that will permanently be added to the Ipod. The Georgia Guidestones is an up-and-coming band that looks to have a long career ahead of them.

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Entertainment Alternative band rocks debut release By Amelia Naismith

Ponoka zombies want you: CJ Hutchinson (right) poses with his zombies to drive some interest for a feature film called Supertramp vs the Zombies he plans on shooting in May. Hutchinson is looking for local talent and hundreds of local extras to help with his production. Pictured are Sandra Goldspink, Kyle Koehler, Linnaea Koehler and Nicole Grinnell. Photo submitted

Vocals take album to next level By Amelia Naismith contain a lot of overly smooth jazzy popular by Al Green, is now slightly more modern and conjures up wine and roses, close dancing and Restless, the third album from blues. eternity. The singer’s voice, the main atNova Scotia-based, rhythm and blues The album would be perfect if its pretraction of Lonesome, is strong and band, The Working Class Band, explores a cross-section of genres that lively and practically dances with the impression wasn’t so confusing. Together the names Working Class takes listeners from the salty beaches albums upbeat tempos. and Restless sound more Another vocalist, featured in of the Caribbean to exquisite balllike an album up John Light of Day, has a lilting reggae room galas. The album feeds listeners soul, voice, making that song the most Cougar Mellencamp’s alley, or riding down blues, R & B and reggae, running compelling on the album. a lonesome highway Great saxophone and other inthem through the musical library alongside county strumental solos supplement another while still managing to leave them relaxed with their heads on straight, layer and a horn section in most of singer George Strait. Restless is an album of quite a feat when your mashing so the tracks adds a classy element. Following along the path of lovers and jilted lovers much difference onto one album. classy, the album’s second best song, fighting it out in satin The band is composed of Hugh Clark, vocals/guitar; Jamie Sparks, the twisting love ballad Let’s Stay dresses and three-piece Together, the Motown classic made suits. vocals/bass; Phil Clark vocals/saxophone, keyboard; Hilton Reddick, lead guitar; Brian Steeves, drums and Mike Robinson, trombone/keyboard. Winner of the “Jam” 50/50 was Linda Tomlinson, Lacombe. Two door prizes donated One of the singer’s by Liisa’s Flower World were won by Anna Dewald and Leo Belanger. Thank you to our musicians and dancers for your participation. pipes out smooth, even The Christmas Dinner/General Meeting on Friday November 30th was well attended. vocals tempered with a Some changes were made to the executive and directors. I will have them for you next hard edge that surfaces week. The Pacemakers from Red Deer provided our after dinner entertainment. to provide grit and Next Gospel Music night December 16th @ 7:00 pm will feature the Parkland Men’s Chorus. Members are from a lot of our Central Alberta towns. Cost is $5.00 at the door and depth to the album that includes coﬀee and a snack. There will be additional musical “acts.” would have otherwise Gospel Music is played and sung every 3rd. Friday evening of the month.

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If folk music, jazz and Stevie Nicks were melded into one musical entity it would be a replica of the band The Georgia Guidestones. The band’s official biography says the group was named after the stone monument anonymously erected in rural Georgia, 1980. “The monument lays out 10 principles to guide society into the future, and the band’s roots are likewise both prescient and timeless,” reads the bio. The eclectic group, composed of musician/producer Kevin Sharp and vocalist Erin Brookhouse, also has alternative rock undertones running discretely throughout the self-titled, debut album. Following a definitive strategy, Sharp writes the lyrics for his female counterpart, who pierces each song with her compelling voice. It’s enigmatic and evocative, and matches the mysterious melodies of the album perfectly. The lyrics are also unique and stand out with a fresh vibe amid the mainstream music scene, flooded with similar sounding songs and messages. Goddess and Wednesdays Dream (Thursdays Love), easily the most memorable songs on the album, hint of smoky underground lounges and resonate with Brookhouse’s seductive voice. Tracking Time Part 1 starts out very different from the rest of the album, with a raw, intimate, acoustic feel. The song melds into the album’s final track, Tracking Time Part 2, a strong ballad that follows suit to the bands soft-spoken yet powerful vibe. Continued on page 24

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Youths learn leadership roles in the community By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye One way to develop leaders is to give them the opportunity to find ways to become involved in the community — one group of youths is growing by teamwork. The Torch Club was recently started at Ponoka’s Boys and Girls Club of Wolf Creek and is headed by Stephanie Voysey, out of school care program co-ordinator. It has been hosted by Boys and Girls programs across Canada and started here in September. Youths aged nine to 11 years old come together every Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. and they use five core philosophies in how they operate: leadership, healthy choices, teamwork, learning for life and service to the club and community. “Basically everything that we do centres around those five core areas,” said Voysey. She feels the eight youths who have started the project have been able to learn the value of leadership and working for the community. “It’s been phenomenal.” Club members have canvassed community groups and businesses to introduce themselves and to offer their services should they be needed. “The museum asked us to decorate cookies two weeks ago for their cookie walk. So we were able to go over there one evening and spent our meeting just decorating their cookies for them, which was really awesome,” she explained. “The kids are so excited about any opportunities they have to help in the community” She posed the idea to Torch Club members they

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might do some fundraising during December and they jumped at the opportunity with different ways this could be tackled. “We had to limit it down that was feasible top us,” said Voysey. The youths are raising food and funds for the Ponoka Food Bank until Dec. 14. Those who do donate will have their names entered in a draw for a free School’s Out Days for their child. They are also selling hot chocolate at the Youth Centre from 5 Members of the Torch Club hold up boxes used to save food for the Ponoka Food Bank. Pictured to 5:30 p.m. for 50 cents are (top) Savannah Wirchenko, Shanelle Remanda, Kaylee Dodds, Dani Martin. (Bottom) Tyrell Dec. 10 to 14. Proceeds Griffiths and Eathan Louis. Not pictured is Natasha Kym. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye will help the program grow further, she said. Voysey feels the Torch Club helps develop these with each other to get the job done. nity’s awareness of the Torch Club. youth in different ways. “There’s a lot of little leaders.” Voysey high hopes for the group and One member, Shanelle Remanda, They also plan and develop other programs at the enjoys the work involved. “I love that we believes they have the ability to grow in youth centre. have an opportunity to plan the events the program and become future leaders. “Seeing them in front of their peers leading the and just be part of them.” There is another group for older youths games, they do great,” stated Voysey. There was some nervousness meet- called Keystone and they range from 12 The youths have also learned the value of compro- ing with Ponoka businesses but she feels to 17 years old. They meet Wednesday mise as they each have many ideas to see the club move it had a positive effect on the commu- afternoons from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. forward. With those different ideas they learn to work

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Quick pass: An Ermineskin Eagles player makes a pass against Kara Casper of the St. Augustine Queens during an Ermineskin Junior/Senior High School basketball tournament Dec. 7 and 8. The Queens won silver in the tournament.

High-reaching lay up: An Ermineskin Eagles player makes a layup against the St. Augustine Queens Ceanna Prediger and Hannah Stretch.

Don’t let go. PCHS Broncs’ senior girls Kendyl Stretch drives a layup against École Secondaire Notre Dame High School Cougars Dec. 4. The girls won 58-54 in overtime. Stretch scored 10 Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye points in the game. The senior boys lost 82-55.

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Pools Sharks give strong start to season By Amelia Naismith The Ponoka Pool Sharks trumped themselves at their Cookie Classic Swim Meet, the clubs third meet of the season and first home meet, held Dec 8 and 9. Coach Bobbie-Jo Christensen said 75 per cent of club swimmers beat their previous best times. “That’s a huge success. With the amount of best times we’re having I’d say we’re having success.” The Pool Sharks have 15 new swimmers who were competing for the first time at the Cookie Classic. Coach Christensen feels the swimmers’ first two meets also went well. “(There were) lots of best times, lots of qualifying swims.” A number of swimmers also achieved A and B standard times, provincially-set standards for swimmers to achieve to get to a provincial meet. The Cookie Classic was the Pool Sharks’ last meet before Christmas break. When they come back they’ll be preparing for provincials. “I think I have a club high going to provincials,” said Coach Christensen, referring to the 11 to 12 swimmers who’ve made the times. Provincial championships are in Calgary. Senior youths will also compete in Lethbridge and regionals will be held in Edmonton. Christensen says age groupers are swimmers up to 15 years old and anyone older than that is a senior swimmer. Ponoka Pool Sharks aren’t planning on stopping at provincials, already a number of the swimmers have their eye on nationals. “Those are huge meets,” said Coach Christensen. “There can be 1,800 swimmers on deck.” Mckenna Christensen went to nationals last year and she’s hoping to make it again. “It was fun, there was lots of different people there,” she said. “It was a different swim meet because there was people from all across Canada.” Christensen, who placed between 10th and 20th for her breaststroke and 200 metre races, said meets that big are stressful but she’s still there to have fun. “A meet like this is less stressful,” she said, referring to the Cookie Classic. “It’s mostly for little kids and you just have to swim for your best time.” Two other Pool Sharks, Lanny Wildcat and Blake Shimp, also hope to make nationals this year. “Nationals is a big deal,” said Shimp. “Nationals is my goal but I don’t think I’m going to get it,” Wildcat added. He says he’s working hard to get there but still has a ways to go. Both boys are improving their times and can finish their 400 m races between four and five minutes. “We’re here to have fun but it’s also stressful when we get to do our swims,” said Shimp.

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Hyrum Day swims in the Boys 400 SC metre freestyle.

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Faith Hair emerges out of the water during the first length of her Girls 200 SC metre freestyle race.

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Ultimate rodeo challenge coming to town By Amelia Naismith July and the Ponoka Stampede may be a part of the week recognized as a Cowboy Christmas, but this year, for the first time, the Ponoka Broncs Rodeo Academy is gearing up for an event to showcase cowboys around Christmastime. The Broncs Academy is presenting a family dance and movie night as a kickoff to three more days focusing on rodeo family fun: the Ponoka Rodeo Masters Ultimate Cowboy and Cowgirl Championship. “The kickoff is kind of a chance for families to get out,” said Scott MacGregor, one of the event’s co-ordinators and a teacher at Ponoka Composite High School. The family dance and movie will take place Dec. 28 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre. Call PCHS for ticket details; 403-783-4411. On Dec. 29 the ag event centre will host a rough stock futurity and derby, “which will feature the best young stock and riders from around,” said Scott

Wyzykoski, organizer with the Rodeo Masters. The Ultimate Cowgirl Championship will take place on Dec. 30. Fifteen cowgirls will compete in seven events: barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying, breakaway roping, team roping, cow riding and chute dogging. Dec. 31 boasts the Ultimate Cowboy Championship. Wyzykoski said 15 professional cowboys will entertain crowds by competing in all six rodeo events: team roping at 1 p.m. and bareback riding, saddle bronc, bull riding, calf roping and steer wrestling for the 7 p.m. performance. A bareback and bronc riding school will also be held during the day, Dec. 29 and 30. There will be six instructors, three for each event, as well as a classroom portion and equipment check, said Wyzykoski. “They’ll be riding something called a spur board,” he said. “They’ll get on at least one bucking horse too, if they want.” “It’s open to absolutely anyone. There will also be some professional cowboys there as well,”

The Grinches are trying to steal Hockeyville I don’t know about the rest of you but I am getting tired of listening to all those day-to-day excuses and tough talk that is being tossed around by those extremely wealthy players, league executives and owners who are still trying to settle yet another National Hockey League Mike Rainone lockout that has gone on Hammertime far too long and achieved absolutely nothing. As we now roll on into the spirit of Christmas, this ongoing spat to grab more power and money from the hockey pot of gold, it now kind of reminds us of the age old festive saga of the “Grinch Who Stole Christmas.” You know how the story goes....the mean and greedy old Grinch is looking down from his cold old mountain home upon the happy town of Whoville, and finally decides on one dark night to sneak down and spoil their Christmas celebrations by stealing all their gifts, trees, decorations, food, goodies and cash to buy more gifts. After the terrible deed has been done, the lonely old Grinch gazes down upon the town and discovers that the Whoville folks are still happy, even though they have lost most of their Christmas cheer. It was then he sadly realized Christmas was not always about gifts and trees and decorations and money but about sharing their love, their friendship and whatever they possessed with each other. At that point the Grinch’s tiny little heart grew to three times its size, he packed everything that he had stolen on to his sled, and took it all back to the good people of Whoville. They welcomed him with open arms, and for the rest of his life he became a jolly, faithful, and sharing friend to all.....similar to dear old Ebenezer Scrooge, who saw three ghosts one lonely night before Christmas and they thoroughly convinced him that instead of being a miserable and tight old man, that he should share his wealth with others, and enjoy the rest of his life full of peace and joy. How long are these now very grumpy National Hockey League masterminds going to keep stealing the thrill of watching the exciting sport of hockey from the good old fans of Hockeyville? Who knows, their hearts may also grow Subway Fresh a whole lot bigger if they all back off and compro- Limited Time Only mise just a little more and then give our game back in the new year to the faithful fans who have always idolized them — at least until now. Please don’t get the idea yours truly is being

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some sort of a humbugger this week. In all the hustle and bustle of Christmas there will always be a few bad habits, no-nos, and meltdowns that only you and I can prevent to make it a joyous time for everyone. I thought I’d toss some of them out there to all of you. • The RCMP are claiming that during their Check Stops over this holiday season they have found that one out of every 30 people they pulled over had been drinking or were impaired, and many are still not paying attention to the rules of sense and safety on the road. Never mind that they have been legislated to hand out much bigger fines or even the seizure of the culprit’s vehicle on the spot, just think of the horrific consequences that may occur if a drunk or careless driver causes a collision. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the annual office party, attending all the many festive functions, or having a few with the gang, but we should always make sure that we all have a designated driver or a place to stay if we have had too many. It only takes one silly mistake to ruin the rest of your life, or someone else’s. • This of course is a busy and stressful time of the year, and we all know that there will be long lineups, no parking spots, a shortage of what we might be looking for, and not enough time to get it all done by Dec. 24. Many of you who started planning ahead at the 2011 Boxing Day or summer sales have already got it all done, but for those who haven’t, many stores will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week until around 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. I don’t have enough patience anymore to join the festive mayhem, so I usually disappear and find a quiet coffee shop, or head outside and get a big blast of fresh air. • If we have to phone our banker or whatever, we may likely get put on hold, but please be patient, because they are getting blitzed with calls, a few very rude and grumpy, which is ignorant. If we are trying to manoeuvre our carts and our kids down those packed shopping isles and someone is parked in the middle visiting, simply relax and say, “Merry Christmas. Excuse Me,” while those overwhelmed cashiers and clerks really appreciate it when customers offer a smile and a thank you. Continued on page 31

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Wyzykoski added. Tickets for the school are $50. The proceeds from the family night and the rodeo events are going to support the Broncs Rodeo Academy. Students will also volunteer throughout the event. “We are giving our students the opportunity to give back to their community,” said MacGregor. However, MacGregor says the sole purpose and focus of this fundraiser isn’t just to raise money for the academy. “We’re not there to . . . I

guess gouge the community for more money, especially after Christmas.” MacGregor wants the focus of all four nights to be family fun and a way to maintain the Broncs Rodeo Academy in Ponoka. With Ponoka’s great rodeo past and inevitable future, MacGregor believes Ponoka is the perfect place for the academy. “We just want to celebrate. We believe in community events, this is a family event,” he added. “Our ultimate goal is to make this a family event.”

Ponoka curling results Fuhrhop 475 Classic Granite 425 Baron 365 Lambert 305 Pool B Pederson 305 Broderson 270 Sherrer 255 Agro Ponoka 235 Pool C Olson 190 Ponoka Ford 165 Riske 165 Morrow 125

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Lions bus on light tour

Continued from page 30 Whatever the case, have fun preparing for the rest of the jolly way, and please keep your great outside Christmas lights and displays on from 6 p.m. onward during the evenings of Dec. 21 and 22, because that is when the Ponoka Lions Bus will be treating the residents of Rimoka and Sunshine Village on a tour of the community. Thanks for being such a good sport and a friendly shopper over the holidays, and have a great week, all of you!

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PREDIGER Big brother Braden is proud to announce the birth of Taylor Mariah, born September 1, 2012. Parents Darren and Alyssa Prediger.

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BRACHMANN The family of Otto Brachmann would like to thank all our family, friends, and neighbors for their kind words, love, support, and prayers during our time of sorrow. Thank you for the generous gifts of baking, flowers, and cards. Our deepest gratitude to Pastor Al Lewis and the Zion Lutheran Church Ladies of Rimbey for the wonderful service and lunch. Thank you to the County of Ponoka and the Wolf Creek School Division for your generosity. Heartfelt appreciation to the Emergency Teams that responded so quickly and kindly to our call for help. And last but not least to Marlon and the Wombald Family Funeral home for all your compassion and care you showed to us during this difficult time. God Bless you all,

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Zelda Dawn Bieber was born on October 9, 1949 in Edmonton to parents Elsie and Edwin Bailey and passed away on November 28, 2012 in Ponoka at the age of 63 years. Zelda loved gardening and life on the farm where she lived with her husband, Ralph, for 33 years. Above all she had a never ending love for h e r f a m i l y. S h e w i l l b e forever missed but never forgotten by all, but especially her husband Ralph. Zelda is lovingly survived by her husband of 27 years, Ralph; her sons Greg (Tina) Hennig, Darren (Vicki) Hennig and Don (Dena) Hennig; her grandchildren Taylor, Emma, Tristan, Jonah, Leah-Mae and Karsten Hennig; her sister Heather (Don) Barber; and her brothers Bernie (Linda) Bailey and Robert (Rochelle) Bailey. She was predeceased by her first husband Jim Hennig; her parents Elsie and Edwin Bailey; and her siblings Glynis Phipps, Darwin Bailey and Farren Bailey. A Celebration of Zelda’s Life was held on Monday, December 3, 2012 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Hall. Donations in Zelda’s memory are gratefully accepted to Alberta Cancer Foundation (Lung Cancer Research). Zelda’s family would like to thank the community of family and friends for their support through this difficult time. To express condolences to Zelda’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com

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KROENING Sadie Dewar Kroening (Wallace / Rentz) passed away peacefully at the age of 89, surrounded by family on December 8, 2012. Sadie was born October 11, 1923 in Glasgow, Scotland and was one of thirteen children born to James and Jane Wallace. Sadie arrived in Canada as a War Bride on May 12, 1946. She married her first husband Elmer Rentz on December 27, 1945 and they settled in Ponoka. They had two children, Marlynn and Gordon. Sadie was married to Elmer for 21 years before he passed away in May of 1966. In July 1970 Sadie married Withold Kroening who had two children, Charlene (Bunny) and Gerry.They quickly became a close family of 6. Sadie enjoyed her many grandchildren: Cory Griffiths, Marcia Steer (Griffiths), Christy MacDonald (Kennedy), Cathy Jarmain (Kennedy), Bethany Rentz, Amy Rentz, Sarah Rentz, Kelly Rentz, Brant Kroening and Cassandra Kroening. Sadie was also a great grandmother to Jessie and Julie Steer and Matthew MacDonald. Sadie was predeceased by her husband, Withold Kroening who passed away earlier this year in February of 2012. Sadie is survived by her children: Charlene Griffiths (Terry), Marlynn Kennedy (Craig), Gordon Rentz (Sandra) and Gerry Kroening. Sadie will be fondly remembered by all of her family and many friends. A celebration of Sadie’s life will be held at Ponoka United Church (5020- 52nd Avenue, Ponoka Alberta) at 1:00 p.m. Friday December 14, 2012. We invite family and friends to attend a tea at the United Church Hall following the service. If family and friends so desire, tributes can be made to the Alberta Heart and Stoke Foundation of Alberta (Telephone: 403-264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca) or the Palliative Unit of the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre (5800-57Avenue, Ponoka Alberta). To express condolences to Sadie’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements Entrusted To

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TUES. DEC. 25 Deadline is Wed. Dec. 19 @ NOON TUES. JAN. 1 Deadline is Thurs. Dec. 27 @ NOON Happy Holidays from the Classified Staff

Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m. Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info. 403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371

Personals

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+).

Employment #700 - #920 Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 Volunteers Wanted ............890 Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 Career Planning ................920

CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311

Clerical

720

Oilfield

800

EXP. LINE LOCATOR, H2S PSTS, 1st aid reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Min. 3 yrs. exp. Resume by fax 403-227-1398 or email info@accutechcanada.ca LOCAL SERVICE CO. REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets. Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475

PRODUCTION TESTING PERSONNEL REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D RETIREMENT & SAVINGS PLAN BENEFITS

Join Our Fast Growing Team!! 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 Jamie Rempel by Fax: (403) 340-0886 or email mmcgeachy@ cathedralenergyservices.com jrempel@ cathedralenergyservices.com

ADMINISTRATOR We are seeking a career orientated individual to join our administrative team in our Rimbey branch.

website: www. cathedralenergyservices. com Your application will be kept strictly confidential.

Responsibilities Include: * Data Entry - Invoicing * Monthly Statements * Reconciling month end reporting * Provide operational support to the organization * Special projects and other duties as assigned

Professionals

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BUSY OILFIELD CONTRACTOR is seeking experienced Office Manager(s). Two different aspects of the job may be applied for: Core aspect: responsible for office administration; human resources; labour standards; inhouse computer system; accounting; payroll; job costing; financial reporting and statements; year end audit; supervise staff of five; work with safety staff and other supervisors. Secondary aspect: work closely with owners regarding business development opportunities; work with all levels of government regarding permits, land development, etc.; develop business plans for operational and financial planning. Please submit resume indicating which job aspect(s) you are applying for. Include three work related references and salary expectations. Attention: Felix Schroder, Schroder Oilfield Services, Box 777, Wabasca, AB, T0G 2K0. Fax 780-891-3150. Email: felix.schroder@ schroderoilfield.com.

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

MCDONALDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Restaurants in Ponoka, Lacombe, Gasoline Alley (East and West) and Stettler are now hiring full time TEAM LEADERS (Food Service Supervisors). Starting wage is between $11.05 to $13.00 per hour, depending upon previous experience and/or equivilent education. All restaurants are 24 hours so applicants must be wlling to work flexible shifts, weekend, evenings and late nights. We offer benefits and opportunities for further advancement. Apply in person, or on line at cbay22@telus.net or fax resume to 403-783-4251.

Sales & Distributors

Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

BOBCAT SERVICE â&#x20AC;˘ Snow Removal â&#x20AC;˘ Driveways & Parking Lots â&#x20AC;˘ Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 â&#x20AC;˘ Corral Cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ 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

ADVERTISE WITH US! Reaching 6000 households weekly

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403-783-3311 CONSTRUCTION

SALES & SERVICE

830

SUCCESSFUL PROMOTIONAL company seeking Manager with strong managerial and sales qualifications. Located in Bonnyville, Alberta. Call Gerald 1-866-826-1949. Email: gerald55@telus.net.

ALCOHOLICS TANKMASTER RENTALS ANONYMOUS requires CLASS 1 BED Monday night meetings Education/Skills Required: TRUCK and TANK TRUCK at the Anglican Church * Completion of postOperators for Central Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone secondary school The easy way to find a Alberta. Competitive * One or more years of 403-783-0719 for info. buyer for items you want to wages and benefits. experience an asset; but is with a Classified m.morton@tankmaster.ca sell We change daily not required as we are want ad. Phone 1-877-223or fax 403-340-8818 willing to train the right 3311 to serve you better. applicant THURSDAY AA Meetings * Excellent knowledge of Caregivers/ at 8:30 p.m. in the Catholic Windows, MS Office Church basement. 52 products (Word, Excel Aides Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka. and Outlook) Open meetings first * Basic accounting skills Thursday of the month, * Basic knowledge and Everyone Welcome. familiarity with the Oilfield 403-783-4347 or Industry 403-783-2493 * Excellent Data Entry Skills * Ability to prioritize and Coming successfully complete Events tasks while working in a fast-paced environment * Strong communication skills, both written and CASUAL AND FULL TIME verbal *Team player with strong POSITIONS interpersonal skills and a professional attitude Preference to Certified Applicants * Friendly, personable and Norquest Training available on site able to build working relationships Apply in person to:

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Motorcycles & ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635

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

GARBAGE COLLECTION

710

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We offer a competitive compensation and great benefits. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team and strive in an entrepreneurial, fun environment please email your resume to: haustin@calgasinc.com .

Director of Care 4209-48 Ave. Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1P4 lross@northcottcarecentre.com 403-783-4764 At this time only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.

850

Trades

Career opportunity, apprentice to be a licensed glass worker. Permanent full-time position, installing residential and commercial windows and doors, automotive glass, glass cutting and fabrication. Drivers license a must. Apply in person to Heartland Glass, Stettler or fax resume to 403-742-2678.

Professionals

Trades

850

CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL Gas Co-op Ltd. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required. Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net. Fax 780-864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.

810

Now accepting applications for a

Bachelor of Science and/or Chemical Technologist Al York

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

Rimbey, AB

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

To perform research and development of new products, corrosion integrity & routine oil and water analysis. Computer Skills are essential. We offer competitive wages, full benefits & RRSP. Email your resume in confidence to: info@contactchemicals.ca

Trades

850

AN ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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. ATTENTION ROOFERS and Siding Installers. Epic Roofing & Exteriors Ltd., an industry leader, is a Calgary based company looking to hire skilled professional siding installers, roofers, foreman, lead hands and fully equipped crews to work this coming winter. We offer full-time work for those who qualify. Apply now while there are still openings. Contact Donavan Aspin, Roofing Division Manager, 587-228-0473 or Contact Will Letkeman, Exteriors Division Manager, 403-615-3565. LARGE commercial . project, drywall, , steel stud, t-bar, taping , long term work. Benefits, 403-588-4614, 588-4615

Professionals

810

MASKWACIS EMPLOYMENT CENTER SOCIETY (MECS) Job Title:

AUTO SALES

BUYERS

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

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST

$28

PER WEEK. REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK.

Manager

Under the supervision of the MECS Board, the Manager’s primary role is to oversee the operations of the Maskwacis Employment Center Society. Other duties include; staff recruitment, development and supervision; serving as a liaison with employers, the 4 First Nations Human Resource and Social Development departments, and with government and other partners. Duties: x Define standards that are consistent with the organization’s mission, culture, environment, strategy and structure. x Build positive working relationships with other First Nations organizations, government agencies, and industry partners. x Work cooperatively with other community agencies to promote awareness of First Nation employment issues and support First Nations employment and career development. x Provide First Nation cultural awareness to potential employers. x Maintain up-to-date information on other organizations providing career and employment related programs and services, agencies providing support services for client referral. x Submit quarterly activity reports to the MECS Board. x Network with the public and other organizations by attending meetings, conferences, career/job fairs and business mixers. x Working in coordination with other partners (AE&I, INAC, etc) and staff on industry needs and interests in the area of employment. x Ensuring that wages and salaries are set according to established job specifications and classifications. x Forecasting the organization’s needs and helping management develop policies and procedures. x Administer policies and programs of the organization. x Ensure compliance with federal and provincial legislation relating to employment, programs, and services of the organization. x Arrange for, and in some cases, deliver training programs for employees. x Work with board and staff to develop strategies and programs that address the organizations needs and strategic plans. x Organizational and financial management of the Center. Qualifications: x Post Secondary Degree in a field related to human resource management (e.g. Business administration, commerce, industrial relations or a related social science). x Minimum of 3 years management experience. x Good analytical and problem solving skills. x Sensitivity and the ability to keep employee and client information confidential. x Excellent oral and written communication skills. x Strong interpersonal & leadership skills. x The ability to understand a variety of viewpoints. x Excellent organizational and time management skills. x Reliable transportation with Class 5 Drivers license to travel when needed. Job Type:

Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Closing Date: December 14, 2012 If you have any questions please contact: Heather Buffalo, Phone: (780)-585-3305 or Email: heatherb@samsoncree.com. To apply please submit a resume and cover letter to: Lisa Smallboy Fax: (780)-585-4456 or Email: lisa@maskwacisemployment.ca.

Trades

850

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Apply online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853. MORGAN CONSTRUCTION & Environmental Ltd. - Looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators, Foremen & Labourers for work in oilfield & heavy civil construction projects. Competitive wages, full benefits & opportunity for year round work. Email resume: careers@mcel.ca. Fax 780-960-8930 or apply in person: 702 Acheson Road, Acheson, Alberta.

Trades

850

PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@ pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE. TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is accepting resumes for experienced Heavy Duty Operators, Buncher, Hoe, Processor Dozer, Skidder, Delimber for immediate employment. Fax resume 780-778-2428.

Start your career! See Help Wanted NORTHERN ALBERTA clearing contractor seeks experienced Buncher and Skidder Operators for work in Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided; jobs@commandequipment.com. Fax 780-488-3002

Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds

Sales & Distributors

TANKMASTER RENTALS req’s FULL TIME

APPRENTICE MECHANIC

Send resume to m.morton@tankmaster.ca or fax 403-340-8818

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

Trades

850

Tornado Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial Painters, Electrical Technicians; Welders (Journeyman or Apprentice); and Labourers. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward resume to hr@ petrofield.com or Fax 403 742-1905

Truckers/ Drivers

860

PIZZA D’ORO

DRIVER WANTED WITH OWN VEHICLE

830

Drop off resume #7, 5103 48 Ave

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES POSITION Knowledge of clothing and accessories an asset. Good working atmosphere. Will train the right individual. Full time position. Benefit package and competitive wages.

Please send your resume to: Hi-Line Polaris Suzuki 4723-39th Avenue, Wetaskiwin, Alberta, T9A 2J4 780-352-7887 • fax 780-352-1883 email: harleyl@hilinecnh.com

Trades

EQUAL TRANSPORT, Edson, Alberta. Class 1 Drivers Needed. Top wages paid! H2S certified, off road experience required. Company paid benefits & bonuses. Fluids hauling experience preferred. Send resume & drivers abstract in confidence to: Email: edson@equaltransport.ca. Fax 780-728-0068.

850

STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. is one of Canada’s Best 50 Managed Companies. We are an industry leading Electrical & Instrumentation Contractor that prides itself in having committed and dedicated employees.

We are currently hiring for the position of:

JOURNEYMAN INSTRUMENTATION MECHANIC (Red Deer Area) The ideal candidate will have the following: • Journeymen Instrumentation Mechanic • Experience with Maintenance and/or plant facility work • CSTS • A team player • Excellent communication skills

STUDON offers a competitive salary, and an opportunity to apply your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. Please forward your resume to the address below. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates interviewed will be contacted. Please note: This job posting closes on December 17th, 2012 STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. ATTN: Leanne Colby Fax # 403-342-6505 Email lcolby@studon.com

“People Pride & Service”

Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012

Truckers/ Drivers

860

MORGAN CONSTRUCTION & Environmental Ltd. - Looking for experienced Low Bed Truck Drivers. Must have at least five years experience hauling heavy equipment, clean Class 1 driver’s licence, ability to drive a winch tractor, & experience pulling up to 40 wheels. Competitive wages, full benefits & opportunity for year round work. Email resume: careers@mcel.ca. Fax 780-960-8930 or apply in person: 702 Acheson Road, Acheson, Alberta. NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959. REQUIRED FOR AN ALBERTA trucking company: One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled days off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051. ROADEX SERVICES requires O/O 1 tons for our RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our RV and general freight deck division to haul throughout North America. Paid by direct deposit, benefits and company fuel cards. Border crossing required with valid passport and clean criminal record. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com. SEEKING CLASS 1 Drivers with off-road fluid hauling experience. Will relocate. Year round work. Above average wage, appealing benefit packages offered. Trophy Buck Oilfield Services, Whitecourt, Alberta. Email resume: info@trophybuck.ca. Fax 780-706-2389. VAC & STEAM Truck Operator. Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Camp Work, Experience an Asset. Email/Fax Resume: 780-458-8701, bryksent@telus.net.

READ THE CLASSIFIEDS & find just what you’re looking for. 1-877-223-3311

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in Ponoka, has immediate opening for

SWAMPERS Please submit resumes to 6526 - 44 Ave Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 or Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com

Truckers/ Drivers

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CARRIERS REQUIRED to deliver the Central AB Life, one day a week in Rimbey & Bentley Please call Debbie for details 314-4307

860

DRIVER WANTED

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PUBLIC WORKS – OPERATOR II (TEMPORARY) The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for a Temporary Operator II (Public Works). The term of this position is for a six-month period. Duties and responsibilities of this position include: • Operate and maintain a wide variety of moderately heavy mobile public works equipment engaged in construction and maintenance of roads, water and sewer systems and waste management activities. • Operate and maintain a wide variety of small mobile equipment. • Clean and maintain facilities to an acceptable public use standard. • Perform routine building maintenance duties. • Work eﬀectively with the public. The ability to work ﬂexible hours and in varied weather conditions is necessary. A valid Class 3 Operators License with air brake endorsement is required. The successful candidate will also be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract. To obtain a copy of the position description, please contact Mike Lewis, Director of Operations and Property Services at (403)783-0146. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to:

Phone: 403.704.6898 Misc. Help

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DANDY PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Electrical Enclosure & Power Division

POSITIONS ARE: • Electricians/Engineers • Panel shop Manager

TOWN OF PONOKA ATTENTION: DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS & PROPERTY SERVICES 5102 - 48 AVENUE; PONOKA, AB. T4J 1P7 FAX: 403-783-4086: PHONE 403-783-0146 EMAIL: mike.lewis@ponoka.org

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Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service 3912 - 66 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 www.wcmltd.ca

Ph: 403.783.3501 Fax: 403.783.3531 wcmltd@telus.net

GUITAR LESSONS

Guitar Lessons Absolute Beginners to Advanced

Rock Pop Blues Jazz

Call Brian 403 704 5608 CHILD SAFETY FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTION 3rd Wednesday of the month

By appointment only To register or for more information call Christine at 403.783.3987 or email christine_swift@cooperators.ca

3 Certified Inspectors on Staff Battle River Insurance Ltd. The Co-operators 5103 48 Ave, Bay #3 Ponoka, AB

VETERINARY SERVICES

Carrier Team!

(Must have electrical journeyman designation)

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

• Executive Assistant • Electrical Project Managers • Sheet Metal Fabricator

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

Full Benefit Package & Production Bonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern Working Environment. Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd.

EXERCISE, EARN MONEY, AND WIN PRIZES!

Fax: 780-352-2249

Email: acdandy@acdandy.com Calnash Trucking has an immediate opening for the following position:

DISPATCHER

Responsibilities include coordinating equipment and personnel for rig moves and service work. Computer skills and knowledge of the trucking industry, drilling rigs and oilﬁeld equipment, transportation rules and regulations would be an asset. Will train right candidate. COMPETITIVE WAGES & BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDED

Submit resume to: Calnash Trucking Ltd. 6526 - 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403.783.3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please

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Each week the Ponoka News reaches residents where they live, work and farm. In town our papers are delivered door to door by reliable carriers and we could use more help.

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RIMBEYDENTALCARE DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

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SUNRISE VILLAGE Supportive Living has the following positions available:

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Email or fax your resume to: Cindy Osmond, Administrator, Sunrise Village, 4004- 40th Street Close Ponoka, Alberta, T4J 0A3. Email: cosmond@ sunrisevillages.com Phone: 403-783-3373 Fax: (403) 783-3324 www.sunrisevillages.com

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Bringing you Gifts & Greetings

Business Services #1000 - #1430

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

Cleaning

1070

The Most Famous Basket in the World

If you have just moved into a new home, or have a new baby, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to call your Welcome Wagon hostess.

Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca 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 DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30% or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500. CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311

Cleaning

1070

PHILCAN JANITORIAL SERVICES We offer cleaning services for home, commercial, ofďŹ ce, large or small One time, weekly or monthly Including ďŹ&#x201A;oor stripping, waxing, scrubbing and polishing Contract or subcontract We are based here in Ponoka

Please call 403-790-6226 or 403-872-4855 email: arielfajardo1729@yahoo.ca

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Misc. Services

1290

IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial. Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346 NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $259. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228. SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php. TELL it all! Tell it well! Make your ads sell for you by giving full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly ad taker.

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Entertainment

PONOKA NEWS Page 37

Personal Services

1315

CLINKERS KENNELS

GET 50% OFF - Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% off. Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven results! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176.

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

403-783-6272

Whatever Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Rental Selling... Misc We Have The Paper You Need! Need RV or Self CLASSIFIEDS Storage? 1-877-223-3311

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TRUE PSYCHICS! 4 Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; http:// www.truepsychics.ca.

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Entertainment

LIGHTS & SOUND SYSTEM EV & JBL SPEAKERS â&#x20AC;˘ DISCO LIGHTS LASERS â&#x20AC;˘ FOG MACHINE STROBE LIGHT â&#x20AC;˘ BLACK LIGHT For Birthday parties, weddings, school dances, anniversaries, family reunions, company parties and more!

Call Abe at 403-790-1801

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Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face. We care. For conďŹ dential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.)

DJ Service

Misc. Services

Pet Services

Misc. Services

1290

New Appliances Needed?

8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mini storage units available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound. Call Keith at

We deliver & install your purchases.

403-783-4880 Well Drilling

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Well Drilling

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Resuming weekly sales Jan. 16, 2012 at the Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on Hyw. 2A Items sold off the floor after Dec. 19 BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS 4625-46 Street, Lacombe, south of Tim Hortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. We buy for cash SALES WED. @6 pm.

1700

Regressions, Meditation Workshops. Call Shelley @ 403-884-2547 www.positivelyhealing hypnosis.com

Household Appliances

1530

BEER MAKING SUPPLIES - GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT - two 8 1/2 litre party pigs and party pig pressure pouches, two plastic beer vats, Beer Kit and all other beer making supplies you n e e d . Va l u e a t a b o u t $ 3 0 0 . P h o n e 403-883-2381. Leave message if no answer.

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- Acreages Health & - Driveways Beauty - Commercial lots HYPNOSIS, Past Life PHONE Kyle 403-391-1738 Kevin 780-361-3752

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1710

FULL size fridge $350; 30â&#x20AC;? range $275; HD washer $275; all cycle dryer $175; built in dishwasher $175, all in good cond, can deliver 403-341-9660

Welding

1410

litter trained, 7 weeks old Call 403-783-3552 after 5pm

AQUARIUM

60 gal. tank with black storage cabinet. Complete with: Cichlids, all accessories, decorations and food. New Fluval 405 filter, canopy with lights, & heater all replaced within the last year. Great Christmas Present!! Cost for everything if buying new would be over $1400. Asking $500. 403-346-7778 or 403-506-7117 Red Deer

Sporting Goods

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AS SEEN ON T.V. Quigley-Ford custom long range rifle scopes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Field & Streamâ&#x20AC;? Best of the Best 2010. $50. discount with this advertisement. Offer expires 31-03-13; www.quigleyfordscopes.com 705-351-2333.

Welding

1410

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03 7E ALSO SELL 3OFTENERS 0URIlERS FOR 4OWN #ITY WATER

Livestock

2100

ANGUS heifers bred to Angus bulls, Apr. 1 calving 403-742-5594

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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On Farm Pickupâ&#x20AC;? Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. ROUND wild Hay Bales for Sale $20.00 each no rain good condition 403-843-6064 Jack

For Rent #3000 - #3200

Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net

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

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

T4J 1M1

CUSTOM TUB GRINDING â&#x20AC;˘ Different screens for bedding & feed â&#x20AC;˘ 600 HP truck driven for fast grinding â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum Charge 2 HRS @ $220/HR

CALL LEEN VOGELAAR 403-704-0919

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

Your water well solution for over 30 years â&#x20AC;˘ Specializing in water wells with PVC casing â&#x20AC;˘ Government grants in effect for farmers â&#x20AC;˘ New pumps & pressure system installation â&#x20AC;˘ Same day service - on most pump & pressure system repairs

Call Cliff today for a free estimate (403) 350-0106 WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES

â&#x20AC;˘ water wells drilled & serviced â&#x20AC;˘ new pump & pressure system installations â&#x20AC;˘ all types of pump repairs â&#x20AC;˘ well shocking Darcy Schmidt Ph: (403) 783-2220 Fax: (403) 783-8828 Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com

FARMHOUSE FOR RENT

WATER WELL SERVICE

2 Â˝ miles south on MacDonald Road No pets, no smokers Utilities included $1100/mth plus D.D.

3020

3 bdrm duplex suite ready to rent after total renovation w/washer/dryer, patio for BBQ, 2 parking stalls. Easy access to Hwy 53 & Centennial Centre

403-963-0937

FAX: (403) 783-8178

Dr. Murray Jacobson Dr. Clayton West Dr. Ashley Shannon

3010

Acreages/ Farms

780-997-0505

MAIN: (403) 783-7591

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic

Darcyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drilling Services

3 bdrm 1 bath duplex with four appliances. Newer laminate flooring, very clean. Town utilities incl. $850/month plus D.D. N/S, N/P Available Dec 1

â&#x20AC;˘ B-PRESSURE â&#x20AC;˘ PIPELINE â&#x20AC;˘ OILFIELD â&#x20AC;˘ ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING â&#x20AC;˘ SHOP/PORTABLE â&#x20AC;˘ CNC PLASMA CUTTING â&#x20AC;˘ ALUMINUM â&#x20AC;˘ SHEARING & FORMING

VETERINARY SERVICES

Agricultural #2000 - #2290

Houses/ Duplexes

")' )2/. #HECK OUR WEBSITE FOR LOCAL REPS AND PHONE NUMBERS

SNOWBIRDS! Parksville/Qualicum, Vancouver Island, 600 sq. ft., one bedroom, one bathroom, fully furnished new cottage in forest setting. $975/month, utilities included. Available January 1, 2013. 250-248-9899 or mawilsonis@shaw.ca.

403-783-4279

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RURAL WATER TREATMENT

1900

HAWAII ON THE MAINLAND, healthy low-cost living can be yours. Modern Arenal Maleku Condominiums, 24/7 secured Community, Costa Rica â&#x20AC;&#x153;friendliest country on earthâ&#x20AC;?! 1-780-952-0709; www.CanTico.ca.

Grain, Feed Hay

MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, December 22, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 200 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, miscellaneous. Call to consign 780-440-1860.

Well Drilling

Travel Packages

1550

SNOW REMOVAL

Snow Removal

Misc. for Sale

WINE MAKING SUPPLIES - G R E AT C H R I S T M A S GIFT - includes two 23 litre glass carboys, one 23 litre ANTIQUE SALE st 1 SUN. OF THE MONTH plastic carboy, 12.5 litre glass carboy, 2 plastic 23 AT 1 P.M. liter tubs, mini jet wine fil403-782-5693 www.bigstrapperauctions.net ter, bottle holders, glass wine jugs and bottles and all other wine making supplies. Value about $400. Building O B O . P h o n e Supplies 403-883-2381. Leave message if no answer BIG BUILDING SALE â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a clearance you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss!â&#x20AC;? 20x20 Pets & $3,985, 25x24 $4,595, Supplies 30x36 $6,859, 35x48 $11,200, 40x52 $13,100, 47x76 $18,265. One end wall included. Pioneer TO GIVE AWAY Steel 1-800-668-5422; 2 kitties, www.pioneersteel.ca.

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36â&#x20AC;? Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTAWIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254.

783-3636

Auctions

and Appliance Service

Last sale at this location DEC. 19

1380

First Call Towing

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990

Refrigeration

1530

LAMINATED POST BUILDINGS Farm and Commercial. Prairie Post Frame serving Alberta. For pricing Calgary South, Barrie 403-506-7845; barrier@ prairiepostframe.ca. Calgary North, Howard 403-586-7678; howard@ prairiepostframe.ca.

New, dependable, affordable Inglis & Whirlpool household appliances.

Berni's

Auctions

2 BDRMS 1/2 duplex Ponoka, single att. garage, prefer mature tenant, $800/mo. + utils., $800 d.d., no pets, n/s, avail. Jan. 1. Call Mary 403-783-6609

ECKLUND

Water Well Service

â&#x20AC;˘ Install & Service Pumps â&#x20AC;˘ Shock Wells â&#x20AC;˘ Pressure Systems Serviced & Installed Home: (403) 783-3712 Cell: (403) 704-3413

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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PLUMBING SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs” Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345

PLUMBING

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm

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

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

This space could be yours for $

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

LittleJONS’ Hand Wash Stations Handicap Units Trailer Units New Solar Powered Units with Running Water

Book On-Line Serving Central Today! Alberta

403.783.8322

www.littlejons.ca

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311 TRAVEL

3020

Houses/ Duplexes

3 BDRM. Duplex, 4 appls., rent $850 + utils. avail. Dec.1/15, 403-783-3860

Condos/ Townhouses

3030

Suites

3060

Large 3 bdrm basement suite with large windows, close to downtown. Water & heat included. No pets.

Condos/ Townhouses

Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 403-783-6241 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 ** FOR RENT ** Acreages Wanted ............4060 WOODRIDGE 2 bdrm. Farms/Land ......................4070 apartments $725/mo. Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Includes heat & water. Manufactured Manufactured/ No pets. non smokers Homes Avail. immed. Mobile Homes ..................4090 Contact Sandra Lyon Income Property ..............4100 at First Choice Realty RIMBEY 2 BDRM. Commercial Property ......4110 $750/mo,+ elec/.gas Lora (Ponoka) Ltd. 403-783-8881 Industrial Property ............4120 403-704-5992 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 PONOKA. immed. avail. Businesses for Sale..........4140 spacious 2 bdrm. bsmt. Buildings for Sale ............4150 suite, w/4 appls., newly 4 Plexes/ Lots for Sale ....................4160 painted, separate entrance, Out of Town Property ......4170 6 Plexes no pets, quiet, n/s people Investment Opportunities ..4180 only, 403-704-1645 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190 AVAIL. immed. in Ponoka

Available immediately

3040

3050

PONOKA: 2 bedroom apartment, blinds, heat, water, fridge, stove. Adult building, no children, no pets. (403)783-5434

RIMBEY 2 bdrm. 1 1/2 baths, 2 levels with balcony, brand new flooring, 4 appls, inclds. heat/water, 403-843-4894

* RIVERSIDE APTS. *

Suites

3060

PONOKA 1 bdrm. apt. heat & water included, power is extra, next to firehall. Laundry on site. Rent $500+ DD avail. immed. 403-392-7450

Houses/ Duplexes

Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street. 403-357-0287

NEWSPAPER ROLL ENDS 50¢ PER POUND

Great For covering Tables, Art Work, Clean Packing Paper, Painting, Playschool, Banners, and Lots More.

VARIETY OF SIZES

3020

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

3 bdrm condo c/w attached garage, fridge, stove and dishwasher. $1150/mo. Available Jan. 1/13

Houses For Sale

4020

OWN YOUR OWN HOME IN PONOKA, 4 bdrm., 2 bath, needs no work, garage & shed, 4 newer appliances $1400.00 month incl’s mortgage payment, taxes, insurance small down payment, Call Ray 780-372-4163

Condos/ Townhouses

4040

4090

Manufactured Homes

ARDON HOMES Winter Clearance. All homes priced to move and ready for quick possession. Visit Ardon Homes north of Sherwood Park. 780-801-1166; www.ardonhomes.com.

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

NEWER 3 BDRM. condo, 5 appls., close to school., $1000/mo. PONOKA 403-348-3971 or 783-0663

2 bdrm. spacious downstairs suite in 4 plex. 4 apps., N/S, NO PETS, $675 rent & d.d., Call 403-704-1706 Vicki or Mel

4040

BRAND NEW

townhouse in Clearview Ridge, $245,500 Walk to Clearview Market Square. 2 bdrm. 2.5 bath 1091 sq. ft., 6 appls. included, 2 parking stalls. Call 403-392-8999 email: 1504.30carleton@ gmail.com

Acreages

4050

Overlook Battle River Valley

3.9 acres, 7 miles W of Ponoka, with electricity. $180,000 403-783-6645

Farms/ Land

CROSS COUNTRY HOMES. 20 X 76 Show Home now open and priced below $120,000. All Show Homes ready for quick possession. Visit us in Acheson. 780-470-8000; www.crosscountryhomes.com UNITED HOMES CANADA has a wide variety of stock units that must go! Visit our Heated display gallery today! 148 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie. 1-800-461-7632; www.unitedhome scanada.com.

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. HOMEOWNER? Need Money. Bank said no? Apply online; www.homeloansalberta.com call toll free: 1-866-488-8337. MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Public Notice #6000

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

4070

6010

Public Notices

PONOKA, Crestomere, close to school, store, Financial beautiful rolling land, trees, 80 acre parcel, fenced #4400 - #4430 $205,000. 403-398-5357 Investments ......................4410 SAVE $$$$ prepay your Classified ad. 1-877-2233311.

4430

Money To Loan

Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

Estate of Norma Irene Connell who died on September 17, 2012 If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by January 20, 2013 with Evelyn Start, Executor at 5028-58 St, Lacombe, AB T4L 1K7 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

• 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 Houses For Sale

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Whatever your show... Advertise it here!

1-877-223-3311

JULIE’S TRAVEL Julie Evans 403-783-4954 403-704-3584

“Certiﬁed to sell travel with knowledge you can trust”

email: juliestravel@telus.net www.juliestravel.ca

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WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. †Until December 13, 2012, receive 0% APR purchase financing on new 2013 Ford [Fusion Hybrid]/ [Fusion (excluding Hybrid), Explorer (excluding Base), Expedition, F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs)]/[Mustang V6 Premium and GT (excluding GT500 and BOSS302), Edge (excluding SE), Escape (excluding S)]/[Focus (excluding S, ST and BEV), Fiesta (excluding S), Taurus (excluding SE), F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2 value leader), F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew (excluding Raptor)], models for a maximum of [36]/ [48]/ [60]/ [72] months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: $30,000 purchase financed at 0% APR for 36/ 48/ 60/ 72 months, monthly payment is $833.33/ $625.00/ $500.00/ $416.67, cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $30,000. Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price. *Purchase a new 2013 Focus SE Sedan/2013 Escape SE FWD with 2.0L EcoBoost engine/2013 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with 5.0L engine for $18,999/$29,499/$36,499. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate of $750/$0/$2,500 has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax $1,650/$1,650/$1,700 but exclude optional features, administration and registration fees (administration fees may vary by dealer), fuel fill charge and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Until December 13, 2012, receive 0%/1.49%/0% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a new 2013 Focus SE Sedan/2013 Escape SE FWD with 2.0L EcoBoost engine/2013 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with 5.0L engine for a maximum of 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $250/$401/$481 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $115/$185/$222 with a down payment of $1,000/$1,900/$1,900 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $0/$1,269.17/$0 or APR of 0%/1.49%/0% and total to be repaid is $17,999/$28,868.17/$34,599. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $750/$0/$2,500 and freight and air tax of $1,650/$1,650/$1,700 but exclude optional features, administration and registration fees (administration fees may vary by dealer), fuel fill charge and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. ▲Offer only valid from December 1, 2012 to January 31, 2013 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with a Costco membership on or before November 30, 2012. Use this $1,000CDN Costco member offer towards the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford vehicle (excluding Fiesta, Focus, Fusion HEV & Energi, C-Max, Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV & Medium Truck) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered and/or factory-ordered from your participating Ford/Lincoln dealer within the Offer Period. Offer is only valid at participating dealers, is subject to vehicle availability, and may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Only one (1) offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford Motor Company of Canada at either the time of factory order (if ordered within the Offer Period) or delivery, but not both. Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Applicable taxes calculated before $1,000CDN offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ††When properly equipped. Max. towing of 11,300 lbs with 3.5L EcoBoost 4x2 and 4x4 and 6.2L 2 valve V8 4x2 engines. Max. payload of 3,120 lbs with 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs GVWR vs. 2012/2013 competitors. †††Max. horsepower of 411 and max. torque of 434 on F-150 6.2L V8 engine. Class is Full–Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs GVWR vs. 2012/2013 comparable competitor engines. ©2012 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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