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WINTER PERSISTS — A tow crew removes a Chevrolet pickup truck that landed on its roof after the driver lost control on a slippery Highway 12 just east of 70 Street in Stettler during a snowstorm late Monday afternoon. Stettler RCMP reported that the driver wasn’t injured and no charges would be laid.
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Education Minister Jeff Johnson (left), Stettler Outreach School principal Roe Desrosiers and Clearview School Division chairman Ken Checkel chat with students Riel Kirkness and Stephen Teasdale during the minister’s visit to Stettler on Monday. He commended the board for making plans to consult with school communities.
Education minister visits Stettler for meeting with Clearview board RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Education Minister Jeff Johnson visited Stettler on Monday for a brief meeting with Clearview School Division leaders fighting to save small schools. Uncertain about the impact of next week’s provincial budget, the Clearview board still had unanswered questions after Monday’s meeting. “We’ll know a lot more after the provincial budget than we do today,” said board chairman Ken Checkel. While the meeting was set long before a deficit budget was projected, the session focused on sustainable schools and negotiations with the Alberta
Teachers’ Association. “We also talked about viability of rural schools and funding for rural schools and capital projects,” Johnson said after the one-hour meeting. He commended the board for making plans to consult with communities as it considers ways to make schools sustainable, despite decreasing enrolments. Earlier this school year, Clearview trustees considered closing schools in Donalda, Byemoor and Brownfield, but a motion to explore that option was later defeated. Instead, the board has elected to visit all school communities in the district to assess the viability of each. “Those are tough challenges,” Johnson said. “The main lenses the boards have to look at is how do we provide the best programs and opportunities for students, and that may mean that from time to time, schools close
or schools need to be consolidated or amalgamated and those are very difficult decisions for boards and for communities and that needs to be made at the local level. “I’m encouraged they are going to the communities and talking to people and they’re going to talk about the viability of schools and how we deliver the best programming, and then that will drive decisions out of that. And we’ll try and help them out if we can.” As the school board heads out on the road show, Checkel said it will be vital to have the provincial funding figures available to show the accurate picture about sustainability of schools. “Every year, we have a small decline in (the number of) students, so we need to make small cuts in services.” With provincial funding based on enrolment and 50 per cent of the
division’s budget set for teachers, he said balancing that equation continues to be a growing challenge for rural school divisions like Clearview. “It’s getting harder and harder to keep our operations going, financially. Primarily, we live in an area with declining enrolment and most of the provincial funding formula is based on enrolment.” Checkel noted that the provincial budget and ATA negotiations will have a huge impact on Clearview schools. “When we have to make budget cuts, that translates into staff cuts,” he said. “Over the past few years, we have been cushioning the cut by dipping into our reserves. “It would have to be five per cent of our budget total in reserves for this.” Checkel said the education minister is also working on a plan to support divisions with fluctuation in staffing.
A Clearview School Division bus driver was charged while two students sustained minor injuries after the bus collided with a pickup truck just northwest of Gadsby last Friday afternoon. “Whenever one of our buses is involved with a crash, we investigate it and deal with it appropriately,” said Clearview superintendent John Bailey. “We take it very seriously and we work with police.” He said 13 students were on board. Stettler RCMP reported that two of them were taken to the Stettler hospital by ambulance with minor injuries after the 3:15 p.m. collision. Police charged a 60-year-old Botha man, the driver of the school bus, with failing to yield properly before proceeding into the intersection. He wasn’t injured, RCMP reported. Bailey said the school board would determine the employment status of the driver, but declined further comment “for confidentiality reasons.” The Stettler man, 45, who was driving the pickup suffered minor injuries and was treated on the scene and released, police said. The crash caused “minor damage” to the rear of the school bus, Bailey said. “The school bus was northbound on Range Road 39-2 when it came to the intersection of Range Road 39-2 and Township Road 17-4,” said Stettler RCMP Const. William Lewadniuk. “The school bus slowed down as it came to a yield sign and then proceeded through the intersection and collided with a pickup
truck travelling westbound on the township road.” Firefighters disconnected the batteries in both vehicles “and both were cleared to leave the scene as neither vehicle posed a fire hazard,” said Amanda Spensley of the Stettler Regional Fire Department “Investigation revealed that weather was not a factor at the time of the collision,” said Const. Lewadniuk. Snowmobiling fatality At about 4:40 p.m. Saturday, members of the Killam/Forestburg RCMP detachment, along with fire crews and Emergency Medical Services, responded to a single-vehicle snowmobile collision in a field adjacent to Township Road 450, north of Sedgewick. Sheldon Kobsar, 54, of Sedgewick died as a result of the collision, RCMP reported. “He had been wearing a helmet at the time. Investigation revealed that Kobsar had been operating the snowmobile eastbound in the field when he hit a snowdrift and rolled. Speed and alcohol do not appear to have been factors in this collision.” Stettler chimney fire Last Saturday, Stettler Regional Fire Department responded to a minor chimney fire in a garage on 51 Avenue in Stettler. “When firefighters arrived at 4:15 p.m., they discovered a chimney in a detached garage had suffered fire damage, but no flames were showing at the time,” Spensley said. “Water was sprayed down the chimney as a precautionary measure, as damage was minimal to the structure and no one was injured. “Cause of the fire is under investigation.”
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Sonia Lafleur (left), Tina Wilson and Alex Ashton of Goodsense Healthcare show their colourful side at the Heartland Youth Centre’s Bowl for Kids last Friday night. The annual fundraiser brought in more than $10,000.
Youth centre bowls over with $10,000-plus event R ICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Colours and designs clashed at Heartland Youth Centre’s 22nd annual Lloyd’s Bowl for Kids last Friday at Heartland Bowl with a Clash Bash theme. It was all in the name of a good cause. “We netted just over $10,000, which was our goal,” said Winnie Bissett, who last week marked 24 years as the youth centre’s executive-director. This year’s figure was just below the $12,000 mark recorded last year. Along with the youth participation, 20 teams of supporters participated in the event named in
memory of the late Lloyd Smith. He was the top fundraiser for 17 consecutive years, raising $71,795 before he died in January 2011 at age 82. “We always have strong support from the community,” Bissett said. “All the teams had great spirit by getting involved and dressing up.” She said many participants consider the bowling night more than an opportunity to raise money. “It’s a fun social event with work colleagues, and they see it more as a fun time than a fundraiser.” The youth centre hosts its annual Awesome Auction on June 1. Last year, that event raised more than $80,000.
“That’s our big fundraiser,” Bissett said. Heartland Youth Centre is built on and operates under the Kids at Hope philosophy: “All children are capable of success — NO EXCEPTIONS.” The centre’s programs serve children from ages six to 18 in the Stettler region with Big Sisters, Big Brothers, and Girls and Boys Clubs of Stettler. Now with 300 members, the Heartland club offers after-school instruction, mentors and programs such as Kid Power, Weird Science, Art Attack, Teen Leadership, Boys Fit, Girls Fit, Kids in the Kitchen, Zone Club, Spark Club, Torch Club and Keystone Club. For more information, phone the youth centre at 403-742-5437.
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Break, enter and theft at Big Valley curling rink SGT. DUNCAN BABCHUK Stettler RCMP Below is a summary of most calls for Stettler RCMP service over a oneweek period. Calls that have the SUI designation attached are “still under investigation.” Anyone with information regarding unsolved crimes or incidents is asked to call Stettler RCMP at 403-7423382 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Monday, Feb. 11 5:02 a.m. — Report of a suspicious red cooler dropped off on the front step of a 57 Street residence. When the investigator contacted the complainant, she advised that her father had dropped off the cooler and that it contained meat. 7:46 a.m. — Report of a dead deer in the driving lanes at the Highway 11 and Highway 21 intersection. Carillion highway maintenance was contacted. 10:09 a.m. — Request to check the well-being of a 45-year-old woman residing on Range Road 19-3. The female had left a “goodbye message” via telephone the previous night and hadn’t been heard from since. Investigators attended the home to find the 45-year-old sleeping heavily in the bedroom. It took several attempts to wake the woman, who advised that she took 40 prescription pills, along with four glasses of wine. She was transported to the Stettler hospital for medical treatment. The pill bottles and suicide note were also turned over to police. 2:53 p.m. — Receipt of an anonymous call reporting a man stumbling toward a grey Dodge truck behind the downtown flower shop. A licence plate was provided and the registered owner was on record not to consume alcohol. The truck was located at the owner’s residence, but the owner couldn’t be contacted. 3:28 p.m. — Complaint from a 45-year-old man who gave his landlady signed cheques, and the amounts filled in were higher than authorized. The man reported that the cheques were for rent and utilities, but the owner raised the rent without notifying him. The caller was advised to take the issue to civil court, if he wished. He was also warned about giving people signed blank cheques. 8:07 p.m. — An anonymous call reported a 27-year-old male at a Second Avenue South residence in Big Valley. A patrol was made for the wanted male, but he wasn’t located. Tuesday, Feb. 12 11:09 a.m. — Request for assistance to check on the well-being of a 70-yearold man at a 58 Street residence. The man was found at his residence in a confused state. He was transported to the hospital. 5:52 p.m. — Complaint of harassing phone calls at a 50A Avenue residence. The 46-year-old male caller advised that he had a no-contact order in place against a 53-year-old woman, but she continues to call him. A warning was issued to the woman. 7:50 p.m. — Complaint of an adult male lying on the picnic table with a 14-yearold female. They were also reported to have been groping each other. Investigators attended and arrested a 20-year-old man from Stettler for sexual interference and sexual assault. 10:21 p.m. — Report of a cleaning crew inside the CIBC and they were advising that a purple light was flashing outside of the bank to indicate the same.
10:34 p.m. — Complaint of a domestic disturbance at a 51 Avenue apartment. A 24-year-old man was reported to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs and was throwing things inside the residence. The man also ripped two phones out of the wall in an attempt to prevent the 17-year-old female complainant from calling for help. When investigators attended, the male had escaped from the apartment. An arrest warrant was obtained and the man was arrested later the next morning, as he jumped from a balcony. He faces one charge of assault and one charge of mischief. Court is scheduled for March 14. Wednesday, Feb. 13 9:22 a.m. — Commercial false alarm at the Erskine curling rink. The cleaning staff had set off the alarm. 10:03 a.m. — Residential false alarm at Buffalo Lake Meadows. 11:09 a.m. — Complaint of a break, enter and theft from the Big Valley curling rink. Perpetrator(s) gained entry to the building by kicking in the north door and then proceeded into the upper lounge area. Several bottles of liquor were stolen. Investigators are looking for a 27-year-old man from Big Valley. 11:45 a.m. — Request to check on the well-being of a 50-year-old woman who resides at a 61 Street home. An investigator attended to find the woman crying. She advised that she had attempted suicide by asphyxiation. The woman was transported to the Stettler hospital for medical treatment. Family and Child Services were contacted to assist with the children. 1:42 p.m. — Report of a traffic hazard one kilometre north of Tervita Road on Highway 56. The female caller advised that snow had built up deeply on the little bridge and she momentarily lost control of her vehicle. Carillion highway maintenance was contacted. 1:51 p.m. — A 911 call requested traffic control eight kilometres south on Highway 56. The caller advised that EMS was on the scene and there were two semi-trucks blocking the highway. One of the truck drivers was suffering from a medical emergency. The highway was later cleared. 5:12 p.m. — Complaint from a 40-year-old woman from southern Ontario that her 17-year-old daughter and her 19-year-old boyfriend had been kicked out of the house they were staying at and now had no place to go. They had attempted to contact Social Services, but were unable to obtain help. The pair was scheduled to wait in front of Apple Drugs, but wasn’t located in the area. 5:16 p.m. — Complaint of a light Pontiac Sunfire in the ditch on Highway 12 near the Erskine overpass. The registered owner was a 17-year-old female from Gadsby. No driver was present and the vehicle wasn’t damaged. Road conditions were icy at the time. 5:26 p.m. — Report of a single-vehicle collision with a deer on Highway 56 south. The 45-year-old male driver of a 2011 Dodge Ram was from Mayfield, P.E.I. 8:32 p.m. — Complaint of a young male and a female hauling suitcases into the Scotiabank and appearing to set up camp for the evening. An investigator attended to find the 17- and 19-year-olds that were previously reported as homeless. The male advised that they were waiting for an uncle to arrive from Calgary. They were both removed from the bank lobby and dropped off at Tim Hortons to continue their wait.
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Thursday, Feb. 14 10:30 a.m. — Complaint from a 28-year-old woman that the box cover on her Chevrolet pickup was damaged outside a 40 Avenue apartment unit. 2:02 p.m. — Complaint of a $149 gas-and-dash at the Esso station. The lone male occupant, operating a white Ford F-250, drove westbound after filling the truck. The licence plate was covered with duct tape and the driver wasn’t known to the station owners. Video surveillance showed the heavier-set driver was wearing track pants with a white stripe, white shoes and a dark hoodie on his head. 6 p.m. — Driving complaint about a Super Bee truck and trailer going eastbound on Highway 12 west. The caller reported that the truck had been swerving on the road for the past 12 kilometres. A patrol located the truck and trailer parked near the Peavey Mart. The 69-year-old driver from Tees was advised of the complaint and it was noted that he didn’t show any signs of impairment. He stated that he drives close to the fog line and he’s noticed that the highway isn’t level, causing the trailers to sway. The driver stated he doesn’t drink and that he was on his way to Hardisty. The complainant was updated. Friday, Feb. 15 3:39 a.m. — Commercial alarm at the Heartland Youth Centre on 47 Street. An investigator attended and met with a keyholder. It was confirmed that a break and enter had occurred through the northfacing Scout doors. Two other doors inside the building were damaged, but it didn’t appear that any property had been stolen. It was noted that a previous break and enter had taken place after a fundraiser. Police were advised that money is no longer left at the facility after hours. SUI 8:41 a.m. — Complaint of a swerving semi-truck near the Erskine bridge on Highway 12 west. The truck was in the oncoming lane before the driver quickly pulled onto the proper side of the roadway. The vehicle wasn’t positively indentified. 1:15 p.m. — A 50-yearold man from Stettler reported that a blue minivan was following his vehicle closely and it came very close to causing a collision. The suspect vehicle then cut off the complainant twice, before the driver spun tires and took off. A registered owner from Erskine has been identified. Charges are pending. 8:11 p.m. — A 911 call reported large speakers were broadcasting sounds of animals that seemed to be in pain. The location was identified as a residence on Third Avenue south in Big Valley. Patrols were conducted, but no noise was heard and the male resident wasn’t home. SUI Saturday, Feb. 16 2:10 a.m. — A 911 call reported an assault and robbery at the Town Pump. Three males punched and kicked a 29-year-old man from Red Deer in the face and stole his wallet and cellphone. The victim received large cuts that required medical treatment. The wallet contained more than $1,000 that was won on VLTs and from playing pool. A 22-yearold man from 49 Street and a 33-year-old man from Emmerson Acres were arrested and charged with assault causing bodily harm. Both males are scheduled to attend Stettler Provincial Court on March 28. 4:07 a.m. — A 911 call
reported a domestic assault at a 50 Avenue residence. A 46-year-old man was arrested for punching his 55-year-old common-law wife. The man’s scheduled court date is March 28. 9:30 a.m. — Complaint from a 30-year-old man in rural Stettler that he paid a plumbing company $4,500 to complete a job at a residence on Range Road 21-0, and the company went out of business. The complainant later reported that he rectified the issue with the contractor and there was no longer a problem. 5:12 p.m. — Complaint of a 20-year-old man renewing contact with a 14-year-old girl. The male was arrested and charged with failing to comply with conditions of his previous release documents. He was advised that should such behaviour continue, police would seek a custody order. The man was released on further conditions. Sunday, Feb. 17 12:55 a.m. — A 911 hang-up at a 53 Street residence. Investigators attended to find 40-year-old and 38-year-old brothers fighting. Both men were intoxicated and the 40-yearold had thrown a chair at his brother. The injured 38-year-old didn’t wish to provide a statement, because he didn’t want his brother charged. The 40-year-old left the residence for the rest of the night. 2:48 a.m. — A 911 call requested assistance for EMS with an intoxicated 15-year-old male who might have been combative. Investigators attended the hospital to find that the teenager had already been admitted and was co-operative with staff. The teen drank too much at a party. 8:58 a.m. — Report of a parked vehicle being entered overnight. There was no damage to the Chevrolet Impala, but a first-aid kit, a roadside emergency kit and a DS adapter were reported stolen. The car was left unlocked. 12:50 p.m. — Complaint of a break and enter to the Railside Design and Goodsense Health Care businesses on 48 Avenue and 50 Street. A pry bar was used to gain entry and the phone lines were cut in an attempt to disable the alarm systems. SUI 9:32 p.m. — Investigators attended a 51 Avenue apartment after a report of a 31-year-old woman arguing with her 54-year-old mother. Both parties were advised to avoid contact until matters cooled down.. Monday, Feb. 18 12:21 p.m. — Complaint of a semi truck, with a green stripe, towing a silver trailer, blaring the horn as it drove by Highway 12 at the Erskine Colony. It was the second occurrence that day. It was determined that the truck was from the Gadsby Colony, so Gadsby representatives were contacted. 1:45 p.m. — A 911 call reported an argument between a 21-year-old woman and her 20-year-old boyfriend. Investigators attended the 58 Street Close residence to find a 52-inch TV broken, because the man had thrown an object at it. The TV belonged to both arguing parties and there was no physical violence, so no charges were laid. 5:18 p.m. — A 29-yearold woman from Blackfalds was issued a speeding ticket for driving her Dodge Charger at 136 kilometres in a 70-kilometre zone, through Nevis. 6:39 p.m. — A 24-yearold male from Ingram Close in Red Deer was issued a speeding ticket for driving 170 kilometres in a 100-kilometre zone, near Nevis.
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Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Promoting Stettler in the tradition of Carl Stettler
‘Conversations’ don’t necessarily include listening The new political buzzword with the provincial government is “conversation.” It’s a word hatched by Premier Alison Redford, who seems to mention it at every opportunity. In the past, we had round-table discussions, town-hall meetings, public consultations, commissions of enquiry, fact-finding tours — we even had kitchen-table talks — but now it’s “conversations” with our government. Of course, the new name for the same thing doesn’t mean the government will be actually be “listening.” Civil servants, ever mindful of the political predilections of their ruling masters, were quick to pick up on the latest catchphrase. That’s why a recent government initiative is being called, “A conversation on water.” It’s going to involve the public directly at 20 venues across the province, and online participation by means of a workbook you can submit. The government wants to converse with the public about four major water issues. The big one of concern to agriculture is water management. That’s the one that covers irrigation, and it’s the elephant in the room. Whether by accident or design, the irrigation elephant is not specifically mentioned in the online workbook or the initiative overview — though some small reference is made to agricultural usage. Much is made of water conservation, clean water, access, pollution and fracking concerns — all noble causes. But I’m not so sure that citizens in favour of all that would like to see more of that water go to irrigatedproduction agriculture. I believe the average urbanite is more prepared to pay a price for watching more water flow down a river, rather than watch it go through an irrigation pivot. Therein lies the problem for agriculture and it does not bode well for any future water development for more irrigation in this province. I expect that standing still and being ignored by other water users would be the best outcome that could be achieved for the industry. Irrigation faces formidable foes, particularly from environmental groups like Ecojustice (the greenwashed name for the U.S.based Sierra Legal Defence Fund) and the WaterKeeper groups (also U.S.-based). Such groups tend to be anti-development and antiagriculture. Those organizations employ lawyers and lobbyists to pursue their intentions, and they have a
long history of being successful. You can be assured that their employees will be making presentations at the venues and directly to government politicians. If irrigation or agriculture is mentioned by those antagonists, it will surely not be positive. I should mention that the irrigation industry does understand their political situation and the need to lobby for their side and promote the positive aspects of irrigation. The Alberta Irrigation Projects Association did engage in a PR campaign last year, but it was perhaps a little premature and only a modest effort. In reading between the lines of government water policy and guidelines, I perceive that future expansion of irrigation is just not going to happen. That would require more damns and reservoirs, and that is going nowhere. For significant expansion, it would require a transfer of water between north and south water basins. The Alberta government is already opposed to such an idea, no matter what the economic benefits. A research project by the Alberta Water Council on basin transfer recommended a complex decisionmaking process that would effectively derail the idea. The study didn’t address the positive aspects of such a transfer — that being many millions in ag production. The study told the government what it wanted to hear and the transfer concept is effectively dead. Interestingly, the transfer study didn’t include anyone from agriculture, nor any significant consultation with the industry. That’s just another example where the elephant is by accident or design ignored. One notes that the Alberta Water Council, out of 24 members, has only five members that have any connection to agriculture (remember that ag uses more than 60 per cent of the allocated water). One could appreciate the quandary the irrigation industry is in — does it aggressively promote its value to society and play a significant role in the Water Conversations. Perhaps that would alert a naive public as to the actual use of most of the allocated water in Alberta. Then again, maybe it would be best to leave a sleeping dog lie and let the government do what it does best with “conversations.”
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‘Blessed are those persecuted’ The most persecuted group of people on earth is Christians! Some have suggested that is merely Christian propaganda, so for the sake of validation, I’ve decided to quote from a non-Christian source. The source is Anthony Brown, European news correspondent for The Times, who describes himself as a “godless atheist.” Brown writes, “Christianity is going back to its roots as the religion of the persecuted. There are now more than 300 million Christians who are either threatened with violence or legally discriminated against simply because of their faith … more than any other religion. In nations around the world, they are subjected to legalized discrimination, violence, imprisonment, relocation and forced conversion. Even in supposedly Christian Europe, Christianity has become the most mocked religion, its followers treated with public suspicion and derision.” Brown (while denying Christ) admits that he is somewhat mystified as to why a movement with such longevity and wide acceptance would experience such harassment. The Bible, however, is not silent on this topic. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus made it clear that persecution will come and He stated, “God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.” (Matthew 5:10) A little later in Matthew 10:36, He adds that resistance may emanate from a person’s own family members. Paul further elaborates in 2 Timothy 3:12. He says “… everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” Peter, dealing with actuality and attitude, writes, “… don’t be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as
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though something strange were happening … If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, ... rejoice ... you are blessed.” (1 Peter 4:12-14) In the next verse, Peter adds an admonition explaining that appropriate retribution for bad behaviour shouldn’t be confused with persecution for legitimate faith. Christians should never be accused as, “... a murderer or thief ... or even as a busybody. (Vs. 15) The most remarkable thing is how those who have been persecuted have dealt with their difficulties. In ancient days, Emperor Valens threatened Eusebuis with confiscation of his property, torture, banishment and even death. He replied, “He need not fear confiscation, who has nothing to lose; nor banishment, to whom heaven is his country; nor torments, when his body can be destroyed at one blow; nor death, which is the only way to set him at liberty from sin and sorrow.” In modern times, I receive prayer requests from people in lands of intense persecution. They never ask for deliverance from persecution. They simply ask for prayer that they will remain faithful to Christ and present a loving, consistent, Christian testimony. “Blessed are those who are persecuted …”
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1988 … Stettler junior high opens 2008 — Five years ago — Adrianne Shepherd was named “Caring Kid” of the year by the central Alberta chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada. — Stettler town council gave the green light to an 18-unit affordable-housing site east of the Stettler mall. — Kelly Hicks was elected for a two-year term as president of the Stettler Board of Trade and Community Development. — With the birth of Leland Bignell the family is celebrating five generations, including mother Kayla Bignell, grandfather Dwayne Bignell, greatgrandfather Kendall Bignell and great-great-grandmother Gertie Bignell. — Erskine hosted the CARA curling bonspiel. Winners were: A event — Taylor Eno, Coronation; B event — Ryan Dahmer, Halkirk; C event — Alison Dahmer, Halkirk. 1998 — 15 years ago — NHL legend Bobby Hull made public appearances in Big Valley and Stettler to promote the Palliser Trail and the East Central Alberta Heritage
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Society. — Stettler businessman Gordon (Mac) Wallin died in a Calgary hospital from injuries sustained in a traffic accident at the intersection of highways 11 and 21. — Thieves stole more than $50,000 in computer equipment from the Byemoor community hall and $900 in liquor from the Byemoor curling rink. — New author and Rochon Sands resident Sally Krueger penned her first book, “The Promise of Rain.” — Stettler’s Audrey Connor was part of the Alberta championship masters’ division rink skipped by sister Shirley Innis. — Stettler Novice Hearts were gold-medal winners at the Western Canadian precision-skating finals. — Jeremy Verhoeven, a 15-year-old swimmer from Stettler, advanced to the
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Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Wildrose seniors’ critic hears Stettler concerns RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Local seniors expressed various concerns about health care and long-term care as Wildrose Opposition seniors’ critic Kerry Towle stopped in Stettler on Tuesday morning. Towle is on a two-week tour of the province. Closing long-term-care beds in Stettler Hospital and Care Centre and the transfer to the new Points West Living support-living complex in Stettler were key issues at Tuesday’s gathering. The open discussion involved about 30 people, mostly from Stettler and Consort. With the provincial budget coming next Thursday, Towle urged residents to write to Health Minister Fred Horne to express their concerns about health-care services in the community and new facilities for seniors. “You need a letter-writing campaign and write letters to the editor in your local newspaper,” said Towle, who also encouraged them to send the letters to DrumhellerStettler MLA Rick Strankman. “Rick and I will work closely together,” said Towle, a former employee of David Thompson Health Region, which encompassed the Stettler area. She admitted that the new provincial budget will also have a huge impact on seniors’ care. Towle and many seniors agreed that funding cuts could “severely” hurt seniors. “We don’t know what will happen until the provincial budget,” she said. “My fear is that it will mean cuts off the backs of seniors.” By involving seniors and their families, and working together with the Wildrose Opposition, issues can be resolved, she said. One of those issues was the quality of food at the Stettler hospital. “We got food changes as a result of a public campaign,” Towle said. “Opposition gives a voice and you can make a difference.” Local residents echoed issues voiced in other communities.
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Wildrose Opposition seniors’ critic Kerry Towle speaks to seniors in Stettler on Tuesday morning as part of her provincial tour. “The concerns I’m hearing here in Stettler are the same I hear all over Alberta,” Towle said. With senior couples often separated in different communities, those at the meeting agreed more decisions need to be make at the community level. “You need to go back to local decision-making,” Towle said. “We don’t need a super-board. We want local boards, not regional boards.
“Too much money is spent at the top and not enough at the frontlines for patients and seniors.” Towle said it should be determined what the new Stettler supportive-living facility is required to provide in services and how that will affect residents and staff. During the first week of her tour, she discovered that seniors support Bill 208: the Seniors’ Ad-
vocate Act, which would create a permanent position for an advocate to work on seniors’ behalf. The position would be independent and report to the legislature to hold the government accountable for the services seniors receive. “Seniors and family members need to be able to speak up about the service they receive from Alberta Health Services and the government,” Towle said.
Community Gardens plots second site for Stettlerites RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter With spring just around the corner, the Stettler Community Gardens project has grown into a second site. At its regular meeting last week, Stettler town council confirmed the a second plot at 60 Street and 41 Avenue, just behind the compost bins east of the Kinsmen Tot Lot. The Heartland Beautification Committee recommended the new site.
“With involvement of the schools, it has created a respect for the gardens,” said Mayor Dick Richards. “That’s an ugly area, and the garden will certainly enhance it,” said Coun. Al Campbell. Located on 46 Avenue at 56A Street, the original 5,000- square-foot garden was planted in 2010 and expanded to 12,000 square feet last year to maximize the space. “The new site cannot be used for anything else, because of a nearby gas line,” said Coun. Steve Wildeboer. “It has better soil to start with.”
He noted that committee chairman Rob Spencer is applying for grant funding to develop the gardens. Recommended by Lee Penner, director of parks and leisure services for the town, the site is considered a prime location for various reasons. The new garden is near compost bins for gardeners to clean up their gardens, it’s located in a heavily-populated area within walking distance of many residents, and it has “good sunlight and visibility” for showcasing the gardens and preventing vandalism in the area, advocates say.
‘Urgency should increase’ proportionate to deficit This past Friday, Alberta’s premier openly admitted on the Rutherford show what the entire Alberta Official Opposition has been saying for the better part of three years — that the Alberta government has an out-of-control spending problem. The premier asked herself this question openly on the air: “Do we have a spending problem?” The answer, according to her, was: “I think we do have a spending problem, and that’s one of the reasons we’ve undertaken the results-based budgeting process, which I think will actually have both short-term and long-term impacts.” The Results-Based Budgeting report to Albertans put out last year doesn’t seem to share the same reasoning that our premier suddenly feels is contributing to the unnecessary deficit we’re currently staring down the barrel of. In the report, the only reference to why ResultsBased Budgeting was im-
From the Legislature MLA Report by Rick Strankman plemented is mentioned in the introduction on Page 2, which says: “Resultsbased budgeting is not about reducing budgets to meet an arbitrary spending reduction target.” In conjunction with the admission of some spending issues, she has also backed away from the notion that the discounted price of Alberta bitumen is responsible for revenue shortfalls, as the premier carefully explained in her television address just last month. Provincial projections for the fiscal year ending March 31 are being projected in the $4-billion neighbourhood, which is a far cry from the projection of an $880-million deficit. The most confusing thing
about this conversation was the premier’s lack of any urgency to the matter, saying, “It’s not a question they need to answer right now.” I do not share that sentiment. If we shouldn’t worry about this now, then when would be a good time? It’s my feeling that, as the province continues to bleed red ink, the urgency should increase at the same rate the deficit does. A sound long-term financial plan must be implemented that acknowledges spending limitation and prioritizes projects according to need. The Wildrose 10-Year Debt-Free Capital Plan encompasses the financial restraint required to create
a sustainable and effective funding for critical infrastructure and social programs. The most common question I hear these days is, “What should we cut?” Unfortunately, there’s no easy one-word answer that will solve all of Alberta’s financial issues. Regrettably, there just is no magic bullet. As this government navigates its way through these treacherous financial waters, I hope to encourage it to make cuts in the area of management and administration, rather than frontline essential workers. The current financial crisis could be something we come away from a little smarter and with a new way of looking at our priorities. Until this government more clearly understands what the difference between a need and want are, it will ultimately repeat those very same mistakes that have landed us into a financial deficit.
“Meeting with seniors across northern Alberta has been a pleasure, and the generosity of dropin centres and lodges has been tremendous. It’s clear there are great staff members who truly care about their clients and residents.” Towle wraps up the tour this Saturday in Cochrane and Red Deer, and plans to produce a report with recommendations for the Progressive Conservative government.
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Seniors support plans for new social centre RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Seniors have endorsed conceptual drawings for a new spacious and versatile seniors’ social centre that’s part of a major upgrade planned for the Stettler Recreation Centre. “I saw genuine, constructive interest, because we had a good turnout with more than 80 people,” said Town of Stettler Coun. Malcolm Fischer, who chairs the committee with the County of Stettler and seniors’ users groups. “It’s good to create the best for everyone at the most economical cost.” Presented during a community forum in the new home in the conference room upstairs Tuesday afternoon, seniors approved architect John Hall’s drawings “to create a warm and inviting space in a room,” with an opportunity to make the room versatile and functional. “It will be open and bright and makes best use of the space available,” said County of Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon, a senior. Under the plan, the entryway would feature glass walls with a small social area on the left, a pool room in the current storage area, a serving kitchen, a wooden floor for dancing and floor games, a raised ceiling to help improve sound acoustics, and a portable stage. Both the town and county and the architect invite further suggestions in the coming months.
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During a public presentation Tuesday, architect John Hall (left) and Stettler Coun. Malcolm Fischer show off conceptual drawings for the new seniors’ centre at the Stettler Recreation Centre. “The more ideas we get, the more we can incorporate,” Hall said. Ventilation and sound acoustics, parking and an elevator seemed to be the main concerns expressed as the project progresses. The SRC project calls for 32 more parking spaces for the west side of the building and 43 on the east side, currently a grassy berm. After costs have been determined and plans finalized by the town and county councils, the seniors’ centre could be opened for the coming Christmas. “This part could be completed this fall,” said Fischer, who agreed with the architect’s timeline. User groups supported the plans. “I think you will get more seniors coming here, because it will be more open and more inviting,” said Elaine Williams, active in bridge events that include tournaments that draw about 100 people.
“It has a lot of room and won’t cost a lot of money,” said Don Vallet, who was one of the seniors who toured other seniors’ centres last year. “It will certainly help bring seniors’ groups together,” said Stettler’s Fern Borgel, area director for Stettler for Alberta 55-Plus Games. Both of those seniors were happy that the facility could be open before Christmas. The larger space would provide ample room to host large events such as cribbage tournaments and dances, while two adjoining smaller rooms would allow for work spaces such as quilting and a pool room. While the room will become a seniors’ centre, it will also be available to other groups for various events and activities, Fischer said. By locating the seniors centre into that location, seniors will benefit from “the SRC advantage,” said Lee Penner, the town’s director of parks and leisure services.
Stettler hall rates rise in effort to cut deficit RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
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A checklist for users has also been introduced to help users when they clean up, to try to ensure the hall is well-maintained, he said. Campground fees increase Fees for campers at Lions Campground were also increased for the coming season to bring them more comparable to provincial rates. For full-service sites, the rate per vehicle jumps to $28 per night from $25, $180 per week from $160 and $680 per month from $650.
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Gillespie merits medal for community contributions RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter All aboard an Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions train, founder and owner Don Gillespie was honoured last week with a Queen’s Jubilee medal as a community builder. “I’ve always been surrounded by good people, and I think it’s a matter of trusting people and communicating,” Gillespie said after he received a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson. The medals have been presented nationwide for dedicated community service. “I guess rewards are good, but there are many other people who deserve it,” said Gillespie, the town’s male citizen of the year in 1983. The Town of Stettler nominated Gillespie. “Don is a true community builder,” said Coun. Leona Thorogood, who outlined his accomplishments during the presentation. One of 60,000 recipients, Gillespie was congratulated in a letter from the national head of state.
“I thank you for your dedicated service to your peers, to your community and to Canada,” said Governor General David Johnston. “The contributions you have made to our nation are most commendable and deserve our praise and admiration.” Gillespie was the owner of G&H Foods for more than 25 years. He was active in downtown business events and promotions such as the Night Before the Night Before, and a strong supporter of the 1991 Alberta Summer Games in Stettler. “Though a huge community supporter, he is a very private man and very seldom allows the spotlight to shine on him,” Thorogood said. “Don has an energy level that is second to none and is always looking for new and innovative ways to make this community a better place.” Municipal leaders lauded his service. “We are all benefactors of what Don has done for this community,” said Stettler Mayor Dick Richards. “Don went far and above his job and is a good
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Don Gillespie (second from right) receives a Queen’s Jubilee medal last week from Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson (right), County of Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon (left) and Stettler Mayor Dick Richards.
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Stettler Public Library chair Jane Skocdopole thanks Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson for a $250,000 grant for upgrades to the Stettler Recreation Centre. Joining them for the presentation last week were Stettler Mayor Dick Richards (left) and County of Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon.
Federal grant boosts library expansion plans RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Major funding has been booked to expand the growing Stettler Public Library and more parking spaces at the Stettler Recreation Centre. A $250,000 grant from the new federal Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIP) for the Town of Stettler, in partnership with the County
of Stettler, was announced at the Stettler Recreation Centre library last week by Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson. “Both the town and the county worked together to make this happen,” Sorenson said. “It was a good, unified effort of support from both municipalities. The town and the county work well together.” Under that phase of the overall project, estimated
at $1.5 million, to upgrade the SRC, the funding will expand the library space by one-third and add 35 parking spaces on the west side of the facility to accommodate the new seniors’ social centre planned for the conference room upstairs. The centre was requested by seniors during community planning sessions last spring. Work on the revamped library is scheduled to start in September, with the
parking lot set for November to wrap up the project. “This upgrade will bring much-improved access and utility to the Stettler Public Library,” said Jane Skocdopole, who chairs the board. Last year, 63,836 visits were recorded at the library. “We plan to have as much glass as possible so that the people of Stettler and area know where their library is and that they
have a right to access it.,” Skocdopole said. “We can offer more services to the community. We will create access to a few quiet places … Gather more people together to discuss issues and ideas, more room for computers so that the library will become even more boundless.” The MP said the federal government strongly supports libraries. “Facilities like Stettler
Public Library are the foundation of our communities — bringing families and residents together,” Sorenson said. “In addition to enhancing the quality of life in our communities, they also generate economic activity and jobs. “Here in Stettler, the public library is an important community resource, serving as a hub for learning and cultural activity.” Locals government leaders agree with that account. “Residents of the Town of Stettler are pleased the federal government is supporting the Stettler Public Library in the Stettler Recreation Centre to receive funding from the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund,” Mayor Dick Richards said in a news release. “Our municipality acts to deliver effective, efficient and affordable services to the community, and this CIIF investment will directly benefit individuals and families who live, work, vacation and farm in Stettler.” With many of the users from outside the town from neighbouring municipalities, the county is also appreciative of an expanded library. “Stettler Public Library is an important hub in our community,” said County of Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon. “We are so thrilled to work together with the Town of Stettler to make sure the facility continues to provide valuable services to our residents.” It’s just the start of numerous projects planned to upgrade the SRC, built 20 years with an arena, and now valued at about $23 million. Those include a new ice plant estimated at $367,500, parking behind the arena for $200,000, new energy-efficient lighting for $180,000, new barn-rubber flooring for dressing rooms for $125,000, new puck boards for $75,000, lowemissivity ceilings for $75,000, new automatic sliding doors at the main exterior entrance and upgrading the computer system for $50,000. Overall costs are expected to rise further as actual costs have yet to be determined to build a spiral staircase, drywall replacement, repairs to the roof above the vestibule, new rooftop heating units, new opening arena boards to make it more efficient to reconfigure the main arena for various functions, and improved drainage on the north side of the building. Planners say a stairwell in the lobby would further help to connect people to the two floors, because some people don’t realize the facility has an upper floor.
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is bound for the world Rotary curling championship. Neil Connor and his rink of Brian Sribney, Rene Bernard and Collin Georget won that right, though they lost 4-3 in the final of the Alberta championship last weekend in Stettler. That loss came against a team that included his mother, Audrey Connor, as skip. Because the senior Connor and her team of Gilbert Ellis, Ron Senft and Larry Mulgrove aren’t Rotarians, they’re ineligible for further Rotary play. “My only loss in the bonspiel was Team Mommy,” Neil Connor said. “I feel good for her. I’m glad it was a close game. “That was certainly fun
— being fortunate enough to advance to Scotland — and a privilege.” N e i l C o n n o r ’s t e a m now prepares to compete in Perth, Scotland, from March 30 to April 4. With limited entries in the Stettler bonspiel, the senior Connor team was actually recruited by the junior Connor to complete the draw. Back in 2010, Connor won the world Rotary championship with Trevor Leinweber, Rene Bernard and Brian Sribney. Stettler will battle with two other teams from Canada, three from the U.S., three from Scotland and one from England. “If the teams are similar in skill to what we played three years ago, then I think we have a chance to
win it again,” said Connor, whose late father, Ted, was a longtime Rotarian. The Stettler provincials attracted teams from all over Alberta and northeastern British Columbia. “It was a fantastic event of fellowship and community,” said Georget, who chaired the organizing committee. “This was a great opportunity for the Stettler community, businesses and the Rotary club to showcase the fantastic region we live in. “We got tremendous accolades from all visiting teams on how Stettler served as hosts.” The weekend included a trip aboard Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions to Big Valley for the banquet Saturday night.
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Blues capture midget A crown, drop zone game to Provost The midget A Stettler Legion Blues finished their regular season in style last weekend with a pair of decisive shutout victories. Stettler blanked the Ponoka Wolves 5-0 on Friday after posting an 8-0 home victory over the Innisfail Flyers on Thursday. The Blues compiled a 20-4-4 record to finish atop the Tier 1 division in the North Central Minor Hockey Association. They were 10 points ahead of the runner-up Rimbey Renegades. Stefan du Toit scored two goals in the Stettler win at Ponoka, while Brogan Cassidy and J a c q u e s d u To i t e a c h added a goal and two assists. Justin McKenzie picked up one of each. Jordan McCallum made 24 saves for the shutout. His teammates registered 58 shots against Ponoka goalie Taylor Schnell. A t h o m e T h u r s d a y, Devon Woelk blocked all 12 shots he faced as Stettler dumped Innisfail. Logan Davidson tallied twice as the Blues mounted a 51-shot attack. Stettler also got goals from Brogan Cassidy, Micah Croker, Kieran Rost, David Hanton, Parker Cassidy and Jacques du Toit. PROVINCIAL PROGRESS: In the first g a m e o f a t wo - g a m e , total-goal provincial playdown series, Stettler lost 2-1 to the host Provost Blades on Sunday. Stefan du Toit, with an assist from Brett Rider, scored for Stettler. Provost’s Curtis Fleck scored the opening goal and assisted on Ryan Wa l z ’s w i n n e r, w h i c h was the lone third-period marker. The Blues outshot the Blades 28-20, with Woelk in net. Game 2 of the zone final goes this weekend in Stettler, though both teams are already guaranteed berths in the provincial midget B championship, set for March 21-24 at Provost. The deciding game in the zone championship series is scheduled for 4:45 p.m. Sunday in the Blue Arena at the Stettler Recreation Centre.
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The bantam A Stettler Storm were crowned Zone 7 champions on the weekend. The Storm host the provincial championship March 14-17 at the Stettler Recreation Centre. In the back row (from left) are assistant coach Malcolm Starling, head coach Rory Rost, Quade Cassidy, Cole Pedersen, Cayden Spady, Drew Cassidy, Brendan Pederson, Mark Bengert, Jordan Lee, Matt Sylvester, Paul du Toit, Ethan Rost and assistant coaches Craig Spady and Les Ternes. In the front row (from left) are Tye Mulgrove, Jeff Ternes, Brett Coleman, Euan Hanton, Ben Bauman, Brendon Bardwell, Todd Starling and Jackson Zimmermann.
Stettler nets Zone 7 championship The host Stettler Storm are going into the bantam A hockey provincials through the front door. Already guaranteed the host berth in the March 14-17 provincial championship, the Storm didn’t rest on their laurels last weekend as they won the Zone 7 title. Stettler blanked Sherwood Park 5-0 on Saturday to take their two-game, total-goal series 5-4. “It was nice to see the boys rewarded with something for all their hard work,” Stettler coach Rory Rost said after the Storm captured the Zone 7 banner. “We were shut out for the first four periods of the series, but stayed on our game plan. We
assured the boys that if they were able to get the first goal, they may come in bunches, and when we finally broke the seal, we ended up scoring five goals in the second period.” The Storm outshot Sherwood Park 50-20 in the Game 2 victory and 34-14 in the Game 1 loss. Both finalists earned a berth in the 10-team provincial tournament. On Sunday, the pennant-winning Storm wrapped up their regular season with a 9-3 victory over Red Deer Frontier in North Central Minor Hockey Association action at Red Deer. The Storm fashioned a 16-2-2 record to finish atop the Tier 1 league.
In the provincial-qualifying game at Sherwood Park, Ben Bauman posted the shutout and Stettler captain Matt Sylvester scored three goals and assisted on another. Ethan Rost and Jordan Lee each scored a goal and Quade Cassidy picked up three assists. In the regular-season finale at Red Deer, Sylvester collected five points, including three goals. Brendon Bardwell added two goals and an assist, while Cassidy had a goal and three helpers. Brendan Pederson, Jeff Ternes and Jackson Zimmermann scored the other Stettler goals. Bauman made 23 saves as Stettler fired 52 shots at Nolan MacGregor.
FIELD SET: The stage has been set for the provincial championship tournament in midMarch at the Stettler Recreation Centre. Stettler is in Pool A with L l o y d m i n s t e r, W h i t e c o u r t , Beaumont and Edmonton. Pool B is made up of Sherwood Park, Grande Prairie, Okotoks, Olds and Calgary. In preliminary play, Stettler faces Edmonton at 6:45 p.m. on March 14, Beaumont at 11:45 a.m. and Lloydminster at 8 p.m. on March 15, and Whitecourt at 4:45 p.m. on March 16. The playoffs are scheduled for March 17, with the semifinals at 9 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., and the final at 3 p.m. JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
HERITAGE NIGHT — Trochu native Mike Winther (15) of the Prince Albert Raiders and Red Deer Rebels defenceman Mathew Dumba battle alongside Red Deer goaltender Patrik Bartosak during the Rebels’ 4-2 victory in Western Hockey League action Saturday night at the Centrium. The Rebels wore vintage Red Deer Rustlers jerseys in a tribute to the former junior A franchise. With three weeks left in the regular season, Red Deer and Prince Albert are on track to face each other in the playoffs. Contributed photo
GOLDEN GIRLS — The Castor Raiders club volleyball team won the under-17 girls’ championship Sunday in a Killam tournament. The girls are from Castor, Stettler, Daysland, Killam, Forestburg and Coronation. In the back row (from left) are coach Steve Enright, Camryn Stenson, Taryn Fletcher, Haley Grice, Rkaelyn Helmig, Haley Ortman, Cassidy Gardiner and Abby Tizzard. In the middle row are Jenna Wuzinski, Jamie Ternes and Brooke Lindmark. In front are Thecla Wiart, Kennidy Fisher and Toni-Lyn Ganser. Earlier this month, Castor earned consolation gold in a Premier 1 tournament at Calgary.
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Stettler earns first-round bye The midget female Stettler Storm wrapped up their North Central Minor Hockey Association regular season over the weekend with a forfeit victory over Sylvan Lake and a 5-0 win over the Lacoka Rockets. Jennifer Hallett scored two goals, including the winner, to lead the Storm. Stettler’s other goals came from Jayden Hogg, Kelsie Litke and Jessie Anderson, who has 27 goals and 57 points this season. Lindsey McKinnon and Sommer Bauman shared the shutout, facing a total of 23 shots. The Storm finished first overall in their North Central division with a perfect 16-0 record, scoring a league-leading 170 goals
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SWANSON Gladys Marion Sept. 12, 1931 - Feb. 23, 2013 Please join the family of Gladys Swanson as we celebrate her life and mourn her passing. A fun-loving woman of gentleness, humour and integrity she played a major role in shaping the lives of those she touched. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and their descendants have been blessed with the gifts of her presence and influence. Her love and dedication to family was true and honest. Her genuine energy was infectious and she was always sharing her wit and love of life with humour through jokes and cartoons.
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It is with deep sadness the family of Constance Elizabeth Wilford announce her passing in Lethbridge on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the age of 80 years. The Funeral Service was held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Aldeen McKay officiating. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com. Connie leaves to mourn her loss, her husband of sixty one years, Dennis Wilford and their daughters Karen (Daryl) Dunsmore of Taber, Shelley Barnard of Kelowna, British Columbia, Sandra (Glenn) Becker of Cochrane and Kim (Carey) Sulz of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia; six grandchildren Alyson Dunsmore, Melissa (David) Russell, Shannon Barnard, Meaghan Barnard, Elliott Sulz, Hannah Sulz and one great granddaughter Emily Russell. She is also survived by three sisters Marie Garrison, Bernice Meredith and Enid Burnett; two brothers Gordon Currie, and Arthur (Onagh) Currie; three sisters-in-law Susan Currie, Ruth Currie, Beverly James and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Anna and Daniel Currie; two brothers Ewart Currie and James Currie; granddaughter Pamela Barnard and great grandson Aiden Russell; sister-in-law Rose Currie and two brothers-in-law Bruce Garrison and Bill Meredith. Connie was born in Baldur, Manitoba on February 25, 1932. Until recently, she enjoyed staying active through golfing and curling and was a keen follower of current events. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over fifty years. Connie looked forward to spending time with her extended family. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought her tremendous joy. She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Connie’s name may be made directly to the St. Michael’s Foundation (Palliative Care), 1400 - 9 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4V5. Arrangements in care of SOUTHLAND FUNERAL CHAPEL, TABER, ALBERTA. Telephone: 1-888-223-0116.
We wish to thank everyone for the food, flowers, cards, their time and kind words. Rev. Ross Helgeton, Larry & Lois Robinson, Myrna & Doug Brown. All our family and friends. Christin, Lori, Lea-anne. Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium, Panda Flowers, The Hide-away Hair Salon. Your thoughtfulness is very appreciated. Thank you so much. Elaine, Dora, Sharpe families & Devnich families
Obituaries
Wednesday, April12 6, Tuesday, March 7:00 pm 7 p.m. Meeting Creek Donalda Senior Community Center Drop-In Centre Guestcorner Speaker: (Kitty from TO CRIME Bashaw RCMP post offi ce) IN YOUR Topic is: Fraud Prevention NEIGHBOURHOOD! Guest speaker presentation Everyone welcome and report from Bashaw RCMP to attend. Everyone welcome 5 Year Memberships Due Now $10. to attend. (This adds you to our fanout list)
For more info call 780-372-3562
PLEASE READ YOUR AD Advertisers should read their ad the FIRST DAY IT APPEARS and report any errors in time for the next publication. The Stettler Independent is responsible for only the first incorrect insertion. RATES: Word Ads - 1st Week 25 Words 1-25 $16.00 each week after $14.00 additional words .26 cents ea. (5% gst must be added ) DEADLINE:. MONDAYS @ NOON Classified Hotline 1-877-223-3311
My heartfelt gratitude and thanks for the care and attention given to me by my family and friends since my fall My sincere thanks to everyone for their prayers, hospital and home visits, phone calls, the food so graciously given and all the love and concern shown by so many. I feel truly blessed. Thank You Evelyn Strandquist
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to work at the Lodge two days per week, preferred days are Thursday and Friday approximately 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Written applications will be received to March 15, 2013. If interested and wanting further details stop at the Lodge or call 403-882-3244 and ask for Sylvia, Marcy or Brenda Kneller. A copy of the required contract is available for your information.
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BOW RIVER GAS CO-OP SEEKING A JOURNEYMAN GASFITTER. Permanent full-time. $27. - $32./hour, full benefits, Natural Gas Distribution experience an asset. Apply to Richard Thorne: rick.t@bowrivergas.ca NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season. Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes @newcartcontracting.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets.
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Variety Showcase r e l t t e t S presents JESSE PETERS TRIO March 3rd, 2013 Shows @ 2:00pm & 7:30 pm Performing Arts Center “Canadian crooner & pianist. Energy,innovation & range. Original & classic tunes. Hot jazz edged soul. Engages & captivates audiences.” www.jessepetersmusic.com
Affordable, Unbeatable Family Entertainment
The Stettler
Classifieds
is hiring in Wimborne for a part-time aide role. This role involves working with a special needs child in their home. RESPONSIBILITIES: develop activities targeting goals, working with family, OT, PT, SLP, Psychologist & Behaviour Consultant, documenting progress, meeting participation. If you love working with children & feel you can meet the demands of this role, e-mail: laurab @kidsuncomplicated.com
Tickets @ Pfeiffer House of Music & door Adults $20, Students $10
Card Of Thanks
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will be held at St. George’s Anglican Church
Bashaw Rural Crime Watch Card Of Thanks
Caregivers/ Aides
LICENSED HAIR DRESSER
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Connie Wilford 1932 - 2013
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CASTOR PAINTEARTH LODGE is seeking a
A service to celebrate the life of Gladys Swanson will be held at the Brennen Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, March 1, 2013 at 1:00 PM. with Pastor Julian Price officiating. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Gladys, memorial contributions may be made to the Stettler Health Services Foundation - Heritage House, the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or to a charity of your choice in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and arrangements. 403.742.3315 Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com.
Public Notice
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WINTERS Lance Thomas Lance passed peacefully on Feb. 8, 2013 at the Foothills Hospital at the age of 59. He will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his wife Karen, daughter Angela Winters, two sons, Jason Winters and Nicholas Winters, five grandchildren, two brothers, Vance and Perry, and his sister Alesa Winters. Lance was born in Stettler and grew up in the Donalda area, where his parents Alfred and Jewell Winters farmed. Lance worked on the oil rigs before starting his own trucking company. He married and moved to Sylvan Lake, and continued to truck his remaining years. He loved his family and his job where he had many experiences and met many friends. Many will remember his handle “Casper” and his driven nature. At his request, there will be no funeral service. There will be a memorial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Arthritis Society.
2013-14 Season Announced
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Alstar Oilfield is looking for a highly motivated individual to lead our Fox Creek operation. Alstar has been serving the oil and gas construction industry since 1969. If you have….. 5 + years Managing in Oilfield Construction Strong Computer Skills Excellent People Skills Working Knowledge of Pipefitting and Welding Procedures The Desire to be Part of a Growing Company Please email your resume to hr@alstaroilfield.com Please Quote Job # 68939 on Resume For detailed job description and pay range, please email hr@alstaroilfield.com or visit our Career Section at www.alstaroilfield.com 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. EXPANDING PIPELINE COMPANY in central Alberta requires Class 1 Winch Truck Operators and Heavy Equipment Technicians experienced in truck, trailer and off road equipment repair. Fax resume to 403-507-2766. Attention: Phil Dunn.
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JOURNEYMAN HD mechanic required for oilfield construction company. Duties will include servicing, maintenance and overhaul of our equipment. The job will be predominately shop work, but with a portion of your time spent in the field. A mechanic’s truck will be supplied for you. The job is based in Edson, Alberta. Call Lloyd at 780-723-5051
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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. WANTED - Water & Vacuum Truck Operators. Class 3 w/Q-endorsement, H2S, First Aid, PST, CSTS. Mechanically inclined. Day-rate benefits. Fax 403-934-3487. Email: reception @mjswaterhauling.com
Professionals
wish kitchen & gift Bridal Registry Marci Ackerman & Cole Spady dance May 25 Melissa Derksen & Jamie Hamilton June 22 Amanda Manz & Michael Buck August 24
MCDONALD’S RESTAURANTS of Ponoka, and Stettler are now hiring full time Food Counter Attendants. Ponoka is 24 hours and Stettler has extended late night hours and therefore applicants must be willing to work flexiable shifts, including evening, weekends and nights shifts. Wages range from $10.45 to 11.00 per hour and we will train. Benefits are included and we offer opportunities for advancement. Apply in person at the store or on line at cbay22.telus.net.
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JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php
Oilfield
Restaurant/ Hotel
Main Street, Stettler
HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT REQUIRES 1 (ONE) HOME SUPPORT AIDE TO FILL AN OPENING IN OUR HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES REQUIREMENTS: ± Valid drivers license ± Police check required ± Flexible to work various hours ± In good mental and physical health ± Is caring and sensitive to the needs of each individual and their families ± Dependability and punctuality are a must SKILL REQUIREMENTS: ± Has training or experience working with the elderly, disabled or ill people ± Has the ability to communicate well with others and utilize good inter-personal skills ± Has ability to organize/plan work schedule DAYS & HOURS OF WORK: ± Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (10 – 15 hours per week) ± A flexible work schedule, to suit your personal needs, can be worked out STARTING WAGE: ± Depending on experience/qualifications $14.00/hr ± Mileage and travel time is paid for County clients
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STRUCTURAL WELDER CWB Certification preferred.
STRUCTURAL WELDER with CWB Welder Supervisor certification Profit Sharing Plan & Group Benefits resume@capemfg.ca
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.
New Holland dealer in Stettler is now accepting applications for Agricultural Technicians or Journeyman/Heavy Duty mechanics with ag experience. We offer year round employment, hourly salary from $25 to $32.50 depending on qualifications, excellent benefits and a positive, friendly team oriented work environment. If you are looking for a rewarding career with a successful growing organization, then forward your resume to: Bill’s Farm Supplies, Attn: Tracey, Box 1325, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0, fax 403-742-1282, email to: billfarm@telusplanet.net
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Restaurant Manager. All levels of experience are welcome. This job will require work in inventory management, scheduling sales projection, human resource management and financial management. As an A&W employee you receive: • An opportunity to advance and grow within CMJ Foods Ltd. • Food discounts • Competitive pay (annual salary 42,000/year paid weekly, opportunity for quarterly bonuses) • A great working climate • Health Benefits (eligible after six months) Apply now at aw.ca. We look forward to hearing from you!
The Team at A&W
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Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd. is seeking qualified candidates to fill Floorhand, Derrickhand and Driller positions. These positions are locally based. Applicants must have all necessary valid tickets for the position applied for. Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary & benefits package along with a steady work schedule. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-258-3197 Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Clerical
Receptionist with strong computer and excellent communication skills required for entry level position at a local Insurance Brokerage. Must have an outgoing personality and be customer-service oriented. Preference will be given to licensed insurance brokers. Please send resume to Box 1150, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Casual or P/T Drivers for the Mirror, AB. area. Class 4 license required. Please contact Chris at 780-264-1651
Business Opportunities
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GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can earn $100,000.+ per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details. Call now. 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.
DRIVERS WANTED. Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No rail experience needed! Misc. Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks Help vacation & benefits package. Skills needed $100 - $400 CASH DAILY Ability to travel 3 months at for landscaping work! a time, valid licence with Competitive, energetic, air brake endorsement. honesty a must; Compensation based on PropertyStarsJobs.com. prior driving experience. Apply at ACADEMIC Express www.sperryrail.com Adult Education under careers, and Training keyword Driver. Do not fill in city or state. • GED classes evening and days
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Math and Science in the trades Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be avail. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca
Stettler Ag is looking for self-starters to transport and deliver anhydrous ammonia to our farm customers during our spring fertilizer application season and to assist with other duties at our facilities.
Established Manufacturing Company is looking for an experienced
Buyer/Purchaser
as well as an experienced
A Valid 1A or 3A license and relevant experience are beneficial but not required as we are willing to train. Given favorable weather conditions, these term positions are expected to being early Spring 2013. Viterra offers a competitive wage and safe handling training. To apply, please submit your resume via e-mail to gavin.wakefield@viterra.com or fax to 403742-0114. When submitting your application, please also attach a copy of your five year driver’s abstract. The closing date for application is March 8, 2013.
Shipper/Receiver.
Both positions are 40hr/week . Wage would be commensurate with experience/skills. Excellent Benefit Package. Send Resume to: wehaveworkforu @gmail.com LACRETE GOLF COURSE requires a Greenskeeper for 2013. Position term: April 10 to October 15. Send resume to: mreagle79@hotmail.com or call 780-285-2349. WANTED: MEAT CUTTER / KILL FLOOR PERSON Will train. Apply in person at FORESTBURG MEAT PROCESSING or fax resume to: 780-582-6320
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Red Deer Co-op Limited Is recruiting for an
RELIEF BULK PETROLEUM DRIVER / INSIDE SALES CLERK @ STETTLER Reporting to the location’s Bulk Petroleum Manager, this full-time position is responsible for customer service and processing inside sales using a cash register, delivery of oil products to customers and delivery of bulk fuel to customers on a relief basis. Candidates for this position must have a valid Class 3 Driver’s license, customer service experience and knowledge of petroleum products. Red Deer Co-op offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for personal growth. If you match these qualifications, and are interested in working for a true community builder, please submit a resume or application to: Human Resources Manager Red Deer Co-op Limited 5118 - 47 Avenue Red Deer, AB T4N 3P7 Fax: (403) 341-5811 E-mail: c.krogman@reddeercoop.com Successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
PIPELINE AND FACILITY SERVICES
We are now seeking a full-time employee for the following position in the Stettler branch:
is currently looking to hire a
Journeyman Mechanic Heavy Equipment experience would be an asset. and also
B Pressure Welders Please fax resume to 403-742-3908 or email watsonwelding@xplornet.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
is currently seeking applications for full time positions of:
Experienced Class 1 Gravel Truck Driver
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Truckers/ Drivers
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ONE TON DIESEL TRUCK - Are you an Owner? Put it to work! Haul RVs throughout North America. 1-866-736-6483; www. speedwaymovingsystems.com
Truckers/ Drivers
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Cheryl Smith, F.C.S.S. Office 4720 – 50 Street, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Phone: 403-742-6568
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 403 742-5544
Truckers/ Drivers
Truckers/ Drivers
CLASS 1 PICKER OPERATOR REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY! Living accommodations and potential business opportunity available for the right candidate. Please fax resume, drivers abstract and boom ticket to 780-778-2918. Must be willing to relocate to Whitecourt, Alberta. For further information contact David at 780-778-0422.
“B” PRESSURE WELDERS
Please apply with resume: In person or by fax to
Fax: 403-742-1391
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is looking for:
Service Rig
Trades
Trades
Cape Manufacturing Ltd.
Our location at Stettler is now hiring a
403.742.8484
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Trades
A&W is a Canadian success story with over 700 franchised restaurants across Canada. Canalta Food Services Ltd. is a major A&W franchisee, owning and operating 30 restaurants across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
View registries online www.wishkitchen.com
Caregivers/ Aides
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A Man’s ring was found APPROXIMATELY TWO YEARS AGO in the Walmart parking lot. If this is your ring, please call the Stettler Independent office with a description and pay for this ad.
Personals
MANAGER INVENTORY & LOGISTICS
Restaurant/ Hotel
Predator Drilling is Western Canada’s premiere drilling operator. Predator is a leading service provider in Oil Sands Delineation, Preset Drilling, Shallow Horizontal Oil and Gas well drilling. Predator’s culture of excellence is based around our Core Values: Accountability, Safety, Teamwork and Performance Excellence. Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Manager Inventory & Logistics is Stettler Pizza is accepting responsible for the applications for a Food day-to-day management of Counter Attendant. May SAFETY the Shipping & Receiving involve some cooking. PROFESSIONAL Department, Warehousing Training will be provided. Alstar is looking for a of Predator Equipment, The position is permanent, Safety Professional to help Asset Management, Fleet full time, 40 hour work expand our safety program and maintaining all week, with day, evening through projects and auditing. inventory and assets in and weekend shifts. StartMinimum requirements NAV database. ing Wage is $11.35 plus include: other benefits. Resumes * CRSP Required Knowledge, can be dropped off to * 5 + years’ experience in Skills and Abilities: 6116- 50 Ave Stettler, AB Oil & Gas as a Safety or email to akhan_87@ Professional • Strong verbal and writhotmail.com. For more * Strong Safety program ten communication information please call development - skills & skills. 403 975 0286 experience • Excellent judgment and * Excellent computer skills a genuine concern for * Internal and external safety. auditing experience • Strong problem solving * Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Trades skills • Ability to be on call, * Attention to detail; must travel when required, BAKOS NDT be very organized work weekends and is hiring qualified CGSB * Requires little supervision; overtime. Technicians in Whitecourt, works well in a team • Must possess knowledge Edmonton and Grande environment of oilfield equipment. Prairie. Benefit package, signing bonus and profit Weekends Off Education and Experience: sharing available. Email: admin@bakosndt.com or RELOCATION TO • Must have previous call 1-888-763-5575. HINTON MANDATORY Inventory Management & Procurement experiPYRAMID H2S Alive, First Aid and an ence CORPORATION In-House Drug & Alcohol • Valid driver’s license IS NOW HIRING! test are pre-requisites. • Experience with budgeting, Instrument Technicians cost controls and and Electricians for various Please submit email to strategic planning. sites across Alberta. hr@alstaroc.com or fax to Send resume to: 780- 865- 5829 Please apply directly to hr@pyramidcorporation.com abutler@ or fax 780-955-HIRE PLEASE QUOTE JOB predatordrilling.com # 68792 ON RESUME www.predatordrilling.com
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The successful candidate should have: – A clean Class 1 Driver’s License – Gravel truck experience (an asset, but not necessary) – A good knowledge of the County of Stettler – Willingness to work overtime and some weekends
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator The successful candidate should have: – Knowledge of Lease Construction and Clean up – Ability to take direction well, and work alone – Willingness to work overtime and some weekends – Multiple machine experience an asset, but not necessary We are looking for a long-term employment relationship. We offer year round employment, late model and well maintained equipment, competitive wages with overtime compensation, and a safe, positive working environment. If you are interested in becoming part of a successful team, that takes great pride in their employees, work and equipment, please email your resume to northstartrucking@hotmail.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
EYE SPY… SPY… EYE
Look for your name in the Classifieds (stating you’re a winner) and come to the Stettler Independent to claim your prize, compliments of KFC!
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PROJECT PURCHASER
As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for sharing the daily operations of maintaining “customer” service for our production and engineering departments in a timely manner. Responsibilities would include but not limited to: Product sourcing, quoting, purchasing and job costing • Receiving of goods and sorting to respective projects • Inventory control and maintenance • Computer data input • Supplying direction to assembly parts runner • Necessary Qualifications: • Proven organizational skills and detail to inventory • Ability to perform in a busy environment and prioritize tasks • Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and general understanding of computers • Ability to work in a team atmosphere The following qualifications would be an asset: • Ability to review drawings for procurement or planning purposes • Experience with SyteLine or other accounting packages • Forklift and/or crane operation Benefits Include: • Competitive wages • Excellent benefits (health, dental, life insurance, disability etc.) • Participation in company RRSP plan with company match We are willing to train the right candidate.
If you are interested in a career with an established Energy Services company please apply in person at 7201-50 Ave., Stettler, Alberta or please fax your resume to 1.403.742.6901 or email your resume to mbowles@vortexservices.ca For more information on Vortex Production Services, please visit our website at: www.vortexservices.ca We thank all applicants and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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BUILD YOUR FUTURE
Prism Integrated Solutions Inc. in Forestburg
www.agroequipment.com/careers
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Building Maintenance/Carpenter
Yard Person / Shipper-Receiver
Foam panel building experience will be an asset. Applicant needs to be reliable, selfmotivated, and have the attention to detail we require for our finished product. Excellent wage and competitive benefits package offered to the successful candidate.
We’re looking for someone who: Ͳ ŽŶƐŝƐƚĞŶƚůLJ ĚĞŵŽŶƐƚƌĂƚĞƐ ĞdžĐĞƉƟŽŶĂů ĐƵƐƚŽŵĞƌ ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŵŵƵŶŝĐĂƟŽŶ ƐŬŝůůƐ Ͳ ,ĂƐ ƚŚĞ ĂďŝůŝƚLJ ƚŽ ƐĂĨĞůLJ ŵŽǀĞ ĂŐƌŝĐƵůƚƵƌĂů ĞƋƵŝƉŵĞŶƚ ǁŝƚŚŝŶ ŽƵƌ ƐŚŽƉ ĂŶĚ LJĂƌĚ Ͳ /Ɛ ĞĂŐĞƌ ƚŽ ǁĂƐŚ ĂŶĚ ĚĞƚĂŝů ŽƵƌ ĐƵƐƚŽŵĞƌ ĂŶĚͬŽƌ ĚĞĂůĞƌͲŽǁŶĞĚ ĞƋƵŝƉŵĞŶƚ Ͳ ,ĂƐ ƚŚĞ ĂďŝůŝƚLJ ƚŽ ƚĂŬĞ ŝŶŝƟĂƟǀĞ ĂŶĚ ǁŽƌŬ ǁŝƚŚŝŶ ƟŵĞ ĐŽŶƐƚƌĂŝŶƚƐ Ͳ /Ɛ ƐĂĨĞƚLJ ŽƌŝĞŶƚĞĚ͕ ŚŝŐŚůLJ ŽƌŐĂŶŝnjĞĚ ĂŶĚ ƚŚƌŝǀĞƐ ŝŶ Ă ĨĂƐƚ ƉĂĐĞĚ ƚĞĂŵ ĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ Ͳ ĂŶ ǁŽƌŬ ƵŶĚĞƌ ŵŝŶŝŵƵŵ ƐƵƉĞƌǀŝƐŝŽŶ
E-mail resumes to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net or fax to 780-582-3922
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75 QUARTERS LAND, Oyen, Alberta - Ritchie Bros Unreserved Auction. 1HQ, 30 Parcels Farmland, 6 Parcels Grazing Lease, $21,000 Surface Lease Revenue. Jerry Hodge 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate
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1 HOME QTR & 18 Parcels of Farmland - Davidson, Saskatchewan. Sorgaard Ranches Ltd - 2290+/- title acres. 3 bedroom bungalow, 30 X 50 ft. garage, selling at the Saskatoon Auction March 19/13. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers: 1-800-491-4494; rbauction.com
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7th ANNUAL COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION & SPEED SHOW March 15 - 17/13, Red Deer Westerner Park. Featuring Big Schwag & indoor car show! Exhibitor space available. Consign your car; estate today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com BY AUCTION: 14 quarters of grazing lease land West of Edmonton. March 14/13. Stewart Auctions, Vermilion, Alberta. For more info, call 1-800-269-8580; stewartauctions.com
Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler, are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.
Kitchen layout improves efficiency
Candor Realty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Snowden
Karen Cannady
4908 - 51 Street
The kitchen is arguably the most-used room in the house during waking hours. Having a kitchen that is laid out in an
efficient manner can improve productivity and make for a more enjoyable experience. Designers often stress having
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This is a great family home with many upgrades - siding, fascia, soffits, etc. Five bedroom home, fenced yard, oversized lot. Only two blocks to school. $207,000.
ON A TIGHT BUDGET and just starting out? You can own this two bedroom home for $5000 down and payments of $625/month including taxes. Good investment. Only $99,500.
MOVE RIGHT IN. Cozy, spacious and clean home. Three bedrooms, den and solarium. Nicely landscaped, large single garage ideal for truck and work shop. $169,000.
BEAUTIFULLY TREED ACREAGE (4.92 Acres) 5 miles from Stettler with well maintained double wide, 2260 sq. ft., workshop and 24’ x 38’ barn. Great hobby farm. $260,000.
Take over present soup and sandwich business or start your own. There are also two suites upstairs. Great main street location. Come and check it out. $349,000.
WOW! What an investment. Only one block from Main Street. Five offices, three presently leased, potential income of $3200 or more. Great opportunity. Priced to sell at $235,000.
Locally owned & operated
Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings
Carrie Resch Mortgage Professional Tel: 403-742-0740 Cell:780-305-1375 Fax:403-742-1408 Email: cresch@dominionlending.ca Web: www.carrieresch.ca Proud To Be Serving Stettler and Area
1st Choice Realty
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Dominion Lending Centres Parkland | Independently Owned & Operated
an effective work triangle in the kitchen. The phrase “kitchen work triangle” started with the Building Research Council (formerly the Small Homes Council) at the University of Illinois. The idea came from studies of space usage and the search for efficient kitchen designs. What the triangle essentially means is positioning three key items of the kitchen for efficiency. The stove, sink and refrigerator represent the three main points of the triangle. Having these items spaced accordingly can make work easier. Having them too close together can create a cramped, ineffective room. The placement of the triangle points alone does not make a successful layout. According to the University of Missouri Extension, the triangle space should also be measuredaccordingly. Put 4 to 7 feet between the refrigerator and sink, 4 to 6 feet between the sink and stove and 4 to 9 feet between the stove and refrigerator, with the ideal size resulting in a work triangle where the three sides total between 15 and 22 feet.
“Each office independently owned & operated”
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JAMES DADENSKY
NEW G LISTIN
Specializing In
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NETWORK REALTY CORP.
ANDY BIRCH
Independently Owned and Operated
Associate
Bus.: 403-742-3069 1-888-742-6685 5002 - 50th Ave., Stettler
www.royallepage.ca/andybirch
Beautiful fully developed bungalow built in 2005. Open spacious floor plan. Clean home. $389,500. Don’t wait!
A home with character on double lot right downtown. Perfect for displaying your antiques. Many improvements. $289,900.
So close to daycare and the schools. 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. Huge yard. Only $159,000. Don’t miss this one!
The right advice can make you money!
New Duplexes offering everything on one level! 2 bdrms, 1 bath, bright & spacious open floor concept, single attached garage. Conveniently located with a short walk to post office, banks, medical clinic & main street! #CA311201, CA311202. $249,000.
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Check out the garage! 24 x 28 ft. heated. Lots of upgrades to the home. Very nice. Asking only $239,000.
Spacious & affordable. Modular on full basement. Many upgrades. Mortgage payments the same as most rent. $169,000 list price.
Over 26 Years of Experience
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The work’s all done. Just move right in. Bungalow by the schools. Fully developed. Double garage. Paved RV pad. $287,000. Call now!
Immaculate 2 bedroom half duplex. Open concept design, main floor laundry, smoke/pet free home. Basement to be finished the way you want. #CA0003777. $204,900.
Close to Schools and a short walk to downtown! Charming 2 storey home features 4 bdrms, 2 baths, open floor plan, hardwood flooring, fireplace, oversized single garage with RV parking. #CA319920. $218,900.
2 Storey Executive Home - Unique home on large lot, 5 bdrms, 5 baths, 2 garages. Spacious private backyard with meticulous landscaping. A Must See! #CA321406.
Country living with In town Benefits! 107 acres with a 3 bdrm bungalow, garage, shop/ shed. Hay, pasture lease revenue. Hop, skip & a jump to Big Valley! #CA315451. $399,500.
Scenic acreage near the river valley 3.46 Acres near Donalda. Property has full services. Peace and quiet and a view of the rolling countryside. #CA0005983. $89,900.
4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER
CENTRAL
Doug Roberts Broker/Owner
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
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Jill Fisher Associate Broker/Owner
Apryl Cassidy Manager/Owner
Brian Lynn Associate Broker
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3 bdrm home on double lot with nicely landscaped yard. $184,000. Call Wade.
Cozy bi-level. Built in 2004. Detached garage. Fenced, and ready for a new family. $312,500. Call Atie.
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CA0004754
1.38 acres with newer home, walking distance of Stettler center. $475,000. Call Garry.
Garry Rushton Associate
Edna Stuart Associate Broker
Atie Turnbull Associate
Call Sales Associate today for FREE or enquiries. Calla aCentral Central "Team" "Team" Sales Associate today for FREE adviceadvice or enquiries.
Built in 2007, 1200 sq. ft. home, fenced with over sized dble. garage. Priced to sell @ $195,000. Call Wade.
5.54 acres, ready for your dream home, fully fenced. $115,000. Call Atie.
Norma Leslie Associate Broker
Quiet living in this 3 bedrm 1900 sq. ft. bungalow with 12 lots in Gadsby. All for $119,000. Call Garry.
CA0006865
3 bdrm townhouse. Nice interior with modern feature and appliances. $205,000. Call Jill.
159 acres, with newer home, shop, and a beautiful view! $1,100,000. Call Garry.
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1 ½ miles town 5 acres with home and buildings. $449,000. Call Doug.
Kyle Ramstad Associate
Wade Stormoen Associate
Ross Scheerschmidt Associate
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Perfect family home ½ blk from Rec Center on a corner lot with garage. Recent renos. $275,000. Call Ross.
3 bdrms, 2 baths. Close to downtown. New shingles. Very tidy. $258,000. Call Ross.
4 bdrms, 2 baths, totally redone inside. Come take a look $259,500. Call Jill.
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CA0006068
5 bdrms, 3 baths, with many updates. $279,000. Call Edna.
3 bdrm 2 bath mobile on its own lot. Great starter. $92,000. Call Edna
Just move in 5 bdrm split level Built in 2005. $272,000. Call Jill.
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Land is located in the high traffic area of Highway #56 north edge of town. The land has been recently filled and leveled with ground matting in place. Call Doug.
2 acreages ready for your new home. $119,000 each. Call Brian.
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca
Build your dream home and shop. 88 acres (3 miles) north of Stettler. $214,900.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
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Auctions
MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, March 9, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, miscellaneous. Call to consign 780-440-1860
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Auctions
RITCHIE BROS Unreserved Auction. Edmonton, March 8. Two Parcels of Farmland located at Grassland, Alberta. For more info contact Jerry Hodge, 780-706-6652 or visit: rbauction.com/realestate
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Building Supplies
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36� Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254.
Building Supplies
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STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www. crownsteelbuildings.ca
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Firewood
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Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Business and Services Directory 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
Accounting
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Thorogood Pinches
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Certified General Accountants 4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)
Chapman and Co. Professional Accountants LLP Guy Chapman, CA Chris Annand, CA Kendra Walgenbach, CA Naomi Roth, CGA P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
Cabinet Makers
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Glass Shops
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HEARTLAND GLASS
BOB HOLOWENKO TEL: 403-742-6277 Res: 403-742-2409 No. 5 Kunstman Komplex
Box 685, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Contractors
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• Locks repinned & installed • Windshields repaired & installed • Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors • All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628
C.R. GLASS
Buzz Andersen Serving Stettler area over 35 years
403-742-1330 Drafting & Design
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4607 - 59 St., Stettler
GALEN WIEBE
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN 5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686 galen@railsidedesign.com
Eavestroughing
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FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD. 5�Continuous Eaves “Gutter Clean� Leaf Protection
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PERFORMANCE Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage
Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street, tree ee et et, t, Stettler AB AB
403-742-4533
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Dr. Patricia Ross Dr. P.G. Wilson Dr. D.A. Heimdahl OPTOMETRISTS Ponoka, Alta. 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 Coronation Office 403-578-3221 Hanna Office 403-854-3003 www.4YourEyesOnly.ca
Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON Comprehensive eye health and vision exams Top quality frames, lenses and contacts Treatment of eye disease, injuries and surgical co-management
403-742-4431 Toll free 1-877-742-4431 e-mail: gkdpca@gkdpca.com website:
“If It’s Electrical We Do It�
All types of Electrical Installation & Maintenance
403-742-5111 Serving Stettler & Area since 1978
www.gkdpca.com
Automotive
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JT AUTO BODY LTD. “Serving Stettler & area for 37 yearsâ€? • Complete auto body repair & painting Call Curt or Rob
Phone 403-742-2869 4606 - 40 St., Stettler
www.northstarpaintandbody.com
Financial
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One block East of Scotia Bank
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
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Phone 403-742-1681
EASY!
The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311
Phone 403-742-2529
Stettler Furnace Cleaning
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11 10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
$48/case Shop Stettler & Save! 403-742-2395
Livestock
Majestic Shorthorns Jennifer Orom
RED ANGUS
BULLS
403-704-6121
Heifer Bulls Cow Bulls
Performance & EPD data available A.I. Sires
PIRO RED ANGUS P & R Zoller (403) 742-0336
Poultry
SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963.
Fax 403-742-2522
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Lori R. Reule LL. B. Stettler Professional Building
Horse/Stock Trailers
4819 51 Street
Grain, Feed Hay
403-742-3411
Gary Grant Barrister and Solicitor 4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
ROUND hay bales, $20 $40. We deliver. Self unloading. No Sunday calls Please. 403-843-6380
Gary G. Grant Phone: 403-742-4437 CLASS ACTION Claim Support - Vioxx, others. The Nurses at The Optio Group will help prove your claim and get you the money you deserve. 1-855-939-0499; Claims @TheOptioGroup.ca; www.TheOptioGroup.ca.
Misc. Services
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Plumbing & Heating
Farm Custom Work
Ph.
403-742-5237
Misc. Services
Condos/ Townhouses
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Marketing of Hay and Straw Will load own truck
David Unruh Cell 403-323-6787 Home 403-742-4673
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STETTLER, AVAILABLE IMMED. Newly renovated, great location, 3 bdrm townhouse, 6 appliances, 1.5 baths, 1135 sq. ft. Starting $875/S.D. + utilities. Call 403-741-4044 or 1-877-356-2956.
Bale Hauling & Swathing
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Stettler
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THREE bedroom home on acreage near Stettler. Available April 1. For more information phone 403-742-6210 lve. msg.
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• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning & Pumps • 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize
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TRUE PSYCHICS! 4 Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca
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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup� Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252
NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.
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+).
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HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings, spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring. Pick up & delivery avail. HORSE SHOE TRAILER MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA 403-884-2173 403-430-0504
DEALERS WANTED: Hannas Seeds need agents to sell alfalfas, clovers and grasses plus hay, pasture, turf, native and reclamation mixtures. Contact Esther 1-800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds.com
Facilities Maintenance Coordinator- Building Operator
Personal Services
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ORDER NOW For Pick Up on April 18-20. 19 weeks old Isa Brown laying hens. Linden, AB 403-546-3130
MEL’S MAINES & JANELL SHORTHORNS - Purebred red, red/white, and black maine and shorthorn yearling bulls available. Mel Barkley 403-740-4958
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Misc. Help
Quality yearling Shorthorn bulls Red & Roan Quiet halter broke.
2100
IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial. Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346
Suites
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SUITES FOR RENT IN STETTLER. Barb @ 403-741-9325
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FREE VIDEO AND TRAINING www.LucrativeBusinessIdea.com
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6602 -- 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box Box 1270, 1270, 6602 Stettler, AB AB T0C Stettler, T0C2L0 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE PUBLIC PUBLIC NOTICE
SEASONAL OPERATORS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required for each position: Grader Operator(s): • Class 3 license with Q Endorsement • Previous experience as a Grader Operator or similar skills and experience in road construction • Effective communications skills in dealing with the general public • Mechanically inclined and demonstrate responsibility to maintain their grader (eg. fuel, changing blades, greasing) Wage $24.16-$35.40 per hour, depending upon experience Truck Driver(s): • Class 1 license with Q Endorsement for gravel & plow trucks. • Class 3 license and Q Endorsement for the water/fuel trucks. • Effective communications skills in dealing with the general public Wage $23.41-$29.72 per hour, depending upon experience
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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
SO008124 Combine that with a very unique way of making 100% commissions on what you sell, using the techniques you learn‌ and you have a VERY unique way to accomplish magnificent things in 2013 and beyond.
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
Furnace Cleaning
Office Supplies
2100
FOR SALE
403-742-3007
There's no more profitable skill to learn right now than the ability to generate site traffic and leads online.
For the above positions, please respond in conďŹ dence to Dennis Nelson, Director of Public Works
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660. Auto Body Repairs Accessories & Graphics Restoration/Sandblasting Box Liners
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How To Earn While You Learn...
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com
4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta
Misc. Services
Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson
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Management
LAW OFFICE
ourlaw2@telus.net
Chiropractor Call Barry Harvey
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
Barristers and Solicitors Advocates 2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982
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Misc. for Sale
Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.
Dr. E. LYNES
403-742-8838
Misc. Services
ANDERSON
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teachers to our school. Laura McTaggart is working with Miss. Watts in Grade 4. Sarah Sadegian is working with Mrs. Fox in Grade 5 and Kobi Olineck is working with Mrs. Starling in Grade 3. Sarah and Laura come to us from the University of Alberta and Kobi is from the CUC in Lacombe. All three women are doing their nine-week advanced placement. We are glad to have them here at SES!
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We had a short week last week at Stettler Elementary School, due to the Family Day holiday on Feb. 18. The 2SG class performed four fairytale plays for parents on Friday. The students have been working very hard, but it has been lots of fun, too! They were very excited to do their performances. The book club is planning on a whole school literacy activity over the next few weeks. The book club will introduce their activity and Mrs. van Ringen’s class has been very busy learning about rocks and minerals. They had a very “hands-on” week as they learned about igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Students put on their “geologist” hats as they
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Luncheon adds flavour Meeting set to plan to community meeting 2014 homecoming The Botha Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 4, instead of Monday for this month only. They are usually held the first Monday of each month, but the committee has decided for the Month of March, it will be Tuesday instead. Hopefully this does not cause anyone any inconvenience. These meeting start at 11:30 a.m., with a Pot Luck luncheon, so please bring one of your favourite dishes with you to share. The meeting starts right after the luncheon, so hopefully everyone can join them at both. All seniors are welcome to attend. Tuesday (March 4th) come out to the Botha Senior Centre at 7:15 p.m. to try out your luck. Early Bird Bingo starts than and seeing the Jackpot and Loonie Pot are both up for grabs, who knows you could be the next big winner. That following Friday- March 9th,come on out to the Botha Hall at 7:30p.m. for another great time. The “Grassroot” Band will be the entertaining band for the evening. There will be a Pooled lunch so please bring buns/sandwiches or pastry with you to share. Quilting takes place again Monday, March 11, at 9 a.m. at the Botha Senior
Centre. So grab your quilting items with you and come on out for a great day with your friends and neighbours. Seeing March is upon us now, get out as much as possible to the Botha Ice Arena. The doors are open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. So before it warms up to much and spring is here, make sure to get out and enjoy the last few days it’s open. I would like to wish my husband (Walter Bellair) a Happy Birthday for Monday, March 4. Please remember the Dog Bylaw here in Botha, and keep your dog under control at all times. With any concerns please get in touch with the Village Office, or phone the Bylaw Officer at 1-866-340-2388. Let’s keep the Village of Botha looking nice and clean.
Eastern Star Order turns 100 On Feb. 12, 1913, the Victoria Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star was instituted. On Feb. 12 of this year, we reached a great milestone of 100 years of service in the Town of Stettler and community. At our January meeting, a brother and sister were installed as our top officers. Gwen Lee as Worthy Ma-
tron and William Kirtley as Worthy Patron, along with other officers. Ethel Williams, our 70-year member, remains very active. She was again installed in an office. We are celebrating our 100th anniversary on April 28 at the Stettler Community Hall. We will be welcoming
members from many of our sister chapters in Alberta, beginning at 1 p.m. with entertainment, followed by a banquet at 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from Lillian Kirtley at 403-742-4037 or Clarice Schulz at 403-3414351, or any member. Come and help us celebrate. — Submitted
With Big Valley due to mark its 100th birthday in 2014, it’s time to begin mapping out plans to celebrate this milestone. The first meeting of the Big Valley Homecoming/Centennial Committee will take place at the Legion Hall on Thursday, March 14, at 2 p.m. Anyone interested in taking part in the planning of this celebration is invited to attend. If you can’t make this meeting but would still like to take part or if you would like more information, please call Jan at 403-876-2381. Come on out and bring along your ideas. We hope to see a lot of interested people there! The Big Valley Senior’s Drop In Centre will be holding their Pot Luck and meeting on Tuesday, March 5, at noon. Military Whist is scheduled for Friday, March 8, and 22 at 7:00 p.m. Floor curling and Bingo take place every Friday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. while Crib is every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. This month a Floor Curling Tournament (Alberta 55) is planned for Wednesday, March 27, beginning at 10 a.m. Always popular in Big Valley, the Drop In Pancake suppers are scheduled for Monday, March 4 and 18. The Big Valley United Church will be changing
the service time to 7 p.m. beginning Sunday, March 3 through to Sunday, June 30. The Big Valley Legion has scheduled a meeting for Monday, March 4, beginning at 1 p.m. at the Legion Hall. Come on out for a terrific night of entertainment at the 2013 “Horseshoe Cup” on Saturday, March 16, at the Big Valley Agriplex. In case you don’t know, this is a charity hockey game between the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) Cowboys and the World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) Wagon Drivers. The Horseshoe Cup has become a very popular annual event and never fails to draw great crowds from all over. The CPRA Cowgirls will be playing the WPCA Wagon Girls at 4:30 p.m. followed by the “Horseshoe Cup” at 7:00 p.m. A cabaret and auction will follow at the Big Valley Jubilee Hall. The auction will include items
Quilting days come apart at the seams It is with a sad heart that the community of Rumsey sends their condolences to the Richmond family with the passing of Leonard Richmond. The funeral will be held at the Rumsey Hall on Thursday, March 28, at 2 p.m. The annual quilting days at the Drop-in have been cancelled this year due to lack of interest. This was a worthwhile endeavour because every quilt that was sewn on these days were then used for emergency situations in the community like a house fire or accident with the majority of the quilts sent over to Red Deer to the womens’ shelter, Grace House for men and Ronald MacDonald House. At this point the ladies in charge are hoping to revive it next year so please get in contact with Lorraine Foesier or Helen Steen if you want to take part. Well, the Mixed Doubles Bonspiel has concluded and the following teams were declared the best: 1st in the 1st – Phil McBride and his sister, Gail. 2nd in the 1st – Alan Hampton and Jackie Watts, 1st in the 2nd – Marcus Herd and Jorden Ferguson, 2nd in the 2nd – Deena Smyth and Mike, 1st in the 3rd – Bradley Nelson and Katie
Erskine boys junior champs on home court The Erskine boys came out victorious after hosting a junior high boys’ basketball tournament on the weekend. Five teams showed up, playing a round of three games each. Erskine, the round-robin winner, was declared the tournament champion. Congratulations, boys.
Primrose, 2nd in the 3rd – Mike Steen and Bonny Nelson. 28 teams competed in this bonspiel attending from Drumheller, Trochu, Olds, Red Deer and Rumsey. The young men’s High School Curling Team, as well as the Mixed, will be curling in Bonnyville to compete for Provincials this weekend, March 1 and 2. The men’s team consists of Bradley Nelson, Matt McNaughton, Marcus Herd and Garrett Holowath. The Mixed team consists of Evan Hampton, Caitlyn Wolf, Lowell Nelson and Jorden Ferguson. The young ladies team has chosen to forfeit their opportunity to go to Provincial Curling because of a conflict with basketball where they will be competing for Zones level at Rolling Hills. The Junior High boys’ team will be going to Carbon for their Zones competition. Julie Primroses’ Red Deer College Curling Team competed for Provincials in Olds and secured a Bronze. There was an All-Star competition at the College Provincials and Julie was chosen for an All-Star award for her position of 2nd at the college level. Way to go!! It is great to see so many former Rumsey Junior curlers competing at this
higher level. The Mixed Bonspiel will be next on the books. It is scheduled for March 4 to the 9 and the people in charge of booking your teams are Brooks and Jackie Watts at 403368-2357. Get your team entered early because if there is enough interest, the draw masters will be planning to start on Sunday, March 3. If you have been watching the Scotties Curling Tournament, you may have heard about a backdoor connection to Rumsey. Carol Wilkins friend, Sandy Pederson, has two nieces; skip – Jill Shumay and 3rd – Kara Johnston from Maidstone, Saskatchewan, curling in this top-notch bonspiel. They have been doing very well. Helen Steen called in with lots of news. The St. Mary’s Birthday Parties are humming along with February being hosted by Lois Kiemele, Linda Helmer and Helen Steen. The residents celebrating their birthday for the month of February were Bernie Boyden, Elmer Wik, Bessie Fraser, Phyllis Simpson and Bell Tindal. The ladies would like to thank their extra help; Pat Hatt, Pat Holowath, Jean Primrose and, the Haul-all
from the Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Shane Doan and many more. All proceeds from the night’s games, auction and cabaret will go to the Cowboy Benevolent Fund. Don’t miss your favourite rodeo and wagon stars battle it out for a great cause. Tickets available at the door. The Big Valley Inn had 12 players out for crib this week. Len Shaw took first place, Eileen Green took second and Dorothy Annable placed third. Trudy Spence won the booby as well as the 50/50 draw and Stan Nattestad won the regular draw. Everyone had a good time and we look forward to having Margaret Levesque and Ernie Petrussia joining us next week after their long and warm vacation. At the Drop In Centre, 13 players came out for crib on Sunday, Feb. 24. First went to Connie Whiteside, second to Earl Ortman, and third to Ron Milton. This week the booby went to Donna Clark.
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guy, Ernie Goddard. Linda Helmer has volunteered to take over the job of coordinator and Jean Richmond has volunteered to host February of next year. This means that there is now a hostess for each month of the year and they welcome any help on the third Monday of each month from the community. Helen Steen will be hosting the Birthday Party for the month of March on the 18th from 2 to 4 p.m. She will welcome any extra hands for the serving, come and enjoy the music of Marion Stickle. Jim Nelson celebrated his 85th birthday this past weekend. I would like to extend wishes of good health from all the Rumsey Community. Quote for the week: “Always remember that you are unique; just like everyone else.”
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Erskine United Church’s new start time for Sunday starts next week at 11 a.m. and continues through June. Everyone is welcome to attend. The Erskine women’s bonspiel started this past Monday, with the ladies curling all week and wrapping it up with a Karaoke Saturday night. The Erskine School book fair is on for only one more week and ends March 5, so take some time to go over to the school and check out the books being sold.
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A surprise 40th anniversary party was held Saturday February 16 for Dale and Eldon Van Straten at the Botha Community Hall. The family were able to successfully keep it a surprise and Dale and Eldon enjoyed an evening of dancing and visiting. From farther away were cousins DeLoyce and Bob Burns, Dale’s aunt Pearl Shearer and friend Ken all from Red Deer as well as Dale’\s uncle Alvin and Rose Shearer of Medicine Hat. Alvin and Rose stayed overnight Saturday with Percy and Paulette then over to Dale and Eldon’s Sunday/Monday. I’m happy to report no serious injuries occurred on Friday when one of our county buses collided with a truck a few miles west of us, between Botha and Gadsby. Two children were taken to hospital with nonlife threatening injuries. There was a good number of players at the Bank Building in Gadsby on Saturday night for bingo. And ... congratulations to Connie Anderson who took home the $127 loonie pot. The next bingo will be March 16 and will be a cash and ham bingo. The loonie pot will start at $50 plus what comes in that night. Hope to see you there. The Gadsby District Hobby Club is looking for contractors to work on the north wall of the Bank Building. Please contact either Velvet at 403 574 0000 or Paulette at 403 574 2442 Our annual May garage sale is in the planning stage. Anyone wishing to join in, please contact myself at 403 574 2442. It is held at the Botha Community Hall. Set up is May first, sale runs May 2,3, and 4. Word has come of the passing of Eldon Norton. His wife Margaret (Baker) was born and raised in Gadsby. Eldon was seventy years of age and had been on dialysis for some time. We send our sympathies to Margaret and family.
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Several residents have returned from warmer climates. Ray and Rene Blackmore are home from Peurto Vallarta, as are Don and Elsie Yates. We hope they brought the warm sunshine with them. Get well wishes to Bryce Mailer who is home and doing much better. To Dale Nichols in Red Deer hospital; and Barb Carey who is in hospital in Edmonton. As well as Diane Stewart in Calgary.
The Halkirk Hall now boasts a newer, more modern console and bingo board. Special thanks to the Alliance Ag Society, which hadn’t held bingos in that community for the past three years. Dale and Melody Kent, along with John and Judy deMos, met up with Ken and Ann Clough, who gave them a demo on how to use the new machine. It was installed at the last bingo. The Elks have just put in a new sound system and are in the process of improving the lighting. So, if your looking for something to do, stop in for the next bingo on March 7th. The Valley ski club celebrated their 65th anniversary on the family day weekend, with many fun filled events over the three days. Dennis Cordel and his helpers Ron and Deirdre Muncy were in charge of the fireworks. Our community, especially the school students, are fortunate to live so close to this excellent facility. The Jr. high students had a great time skiing at Lake Louise on Weds. and Thurs. Chaperones were Mr. M. Courtney, Laura Gamroth, Nathan Neufeld and Berrnita Muncy. The group stayed
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The Halkirk boys from Mother Teresa Catholic School were silver-medallists in the five-team Erskine junior high basketball tournament last Saturday. In the back row (from left) are Simon Muncy, Liam Grice, coach Sheldon Grice, Payden Williams and McGuire Kent. In front are Brennen Grice, Eric Williams and Lief Neufeld. at Canmore. Congrats to our Jr. high basketball teams who played so well this weekend. The girls took first at a tournament in the Teresetta school. The boys placed
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second, losing by a mere 4 points, in the Erskine school tourney. Both teams will play at the CARA playoffs in Stettler next Saturday. We send Get well wishes to Keith Stewart who is a
Congratulations to Kyle and Janelle (nee Derr) Sorensen, who were married on Feb. 16 in Stettler. The newlyweds will make their home near Stettler. Rocky and Louanne Dahmer enjoyed a winter holiday in St. Maartens, an island in the Caribbean,where they visited with Louannes cousin and family, recent residents of the Island. Kathy Muncy recently returned from holidays in the Southern U.S. She spent a week with Keith, Abbi and the grandchildren in Midland, Texas, and then stopped in Yuma for a week’s holiday with friends. It was quite cool in both cities. Coming up: Week of Mar. 4 – Mens and Ladies Curling bonspiels – phone J.D or Sandra at 884-2250 with entrees; March 16 is the senior crib tournament — phone Jacquie or Paul at 884-2565.
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