Stettler in hot pursuit of more firefighters RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
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Stettler Deputy Fire Chief Etienne Brugman said more firefighters are needed “to help divide the workload.”
Stettler Regional Fire Department needs volunteer firefighters to bolster the crews of fire stations in the county. “We need a minimum 15 firefighters per station,” Chief Mark Dennis said. “We are already recruiting for all stations, especially Donalda.” Firefighters are also needed for the main Stettler hall and stations in Big Valley and Byemoor. “This something we will continue to do every year in order to maintain adequate levels of firefighters and service,” Dennis said. Regional fire officials are seeking volunteers, male and female, aged 18 years and older, to join the force. “We need a higher number of firefighters to help divide the workload,” Deputy Fire Chief Etienne Brugman said. “We have some volunteer firefighters
who have served for 10 to 15 years and may want to move on.” If a sufficient number of new firefighters isn’t recruited, it will put more work on the current volunteers, Brugman said. While it takes about one year to train a new firefighter, the transition also helps the veterans, who are trained regularly. The first year introduces new volunteers to roles, techniques and theory about the various situations firefighters face at calls, Brugman said. Firefighters extinguish fires, extricate victims from motor vehicles, handle dangerous goods, conduct rescues from confined areas, high angles and water, and operate equipment and vehicles. Regular training is presented three times a month at the Stettler fire station, with monthly sessions at the other locations. All firefighters are invited to any training session in the department. For more information, phone the Town of Stettler at 403-742-8305 or the County of Stettler at 403-742-4441.
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Independent reporter After months of debate and discussion about the 2013-14 budget, Clearview trustees approved the second draft of the spring projection budget. At its board meeting last Tuesday, trustees voted 4-3 in favour of the second of two options presented by administration for consideration. The proposed budget will be discussed with the principals before being posted on the website for public feedback from April 30 to May 15. Because staffing is a site-based decision, principals would determine what staff reductions might be necessary, said Clearview chairman Ken Checkel. He said some schools have made staff reductions in the past few years to make adjustment to declining enrolments, while other schools still need to do so. The budget talks go back before the board for final approval before being sent to the provincial government May 31. Busing agreement The Clearview board met with their East Central Catholic Schools counterparts in a closed-session discussion on an agreement to amalgamate the two transportation systems. Checkel said the meeting was “positive.” He said his board had a few more questions that needed answers and the senior administration of the two boards would work on those. “There is a commitment on both sides to figure out something — it doesn’t make sense to run two bus systems in the same area,” Checkel said. He said the goal was to have an agreement in place
School recognition Clearview recognized the Byemoor School’s Heritage Fair as part of its “celebration presentation” program that showcases “good things happening” in Clearview schools. Byemoor principal Corey van Zandbergen showed a slide presentation to the board of the projects of the April 11 fair. Students researched and made displays showcasing Canadian heritage. Some topics included Sir Frederick Banting’s discovery of insulin, women’s hockey, the Halifax explosion, Canadian involvement in the Korean war, cattle breeds in Canada and Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump. Van Zandbergen said the fair is sanctioned by the Canadian Historical Society and Heritage Canada. The Byemoor students will take their projects to the Central Alberta Heritage Fair at the Red Deer Museum on Saturday.
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BEFORE AND AFTER — Stettler high school students Carly Armstrong (left) and Dacia Gramlick show their versatility en route to scoring the highest mark in musical theatre last week at the 45th annual Stettler Music Festival at the Stettler Performing Arts Centre. For more music festival coverage, see pages A2 and A7.
Education Week The board discussed Education Week, which is this coming week, as an opportunity to endorse public education, highlight education partnerships and recognize contributions made by students, staff and volunteers. Community meetings The board continues its Clearview tour tonight with a “community consultation meeting” in the Stettler Elementary School drama/music classroom. An Erskine meeting is scheduled for this Thursday night. Last night, the board gathered with Big Valley residents. The series wraps up in Stettler on May 13.
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Schubert Hernando won the highest mark in piano last week during the 45th annual Stettler Music Festival.
Music festival showcases Stettler’s youthful talent RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Top performers in the 45th annual Stettler Music Festival were centre-stage during the grand concert last Tuesday at Stettler Performing Arts Centre. “Once again, we have many performers who are going to represent us at the provincial festival,” said society president Philippa Brysiuk. “We had another wonderful festival this year. “Stettler is truly blessed to have such fantastic teachers to produce this calibre of entertainment. Without them and our dedicated vol-
unteers, we wouldn’t have a festival, and I am proud to be a small part of this.” More than 700 entries from all over central Alberta performed in the festival in a variety of disciplines that included vocal, piano, band, speech arts, musical theatre, dance and school chorus. Those include: Musical theatre — Chloe Shingoose, Meghan LaRose, Jaycee Davidson and Dacia Gramlick. Vocal — Emma Werbowesky, Joseph Brigley, Meghan LaRose, Gracenotes choir, Rhapsody Girls and Tiny Tenors, the Tiny Gracenotes and the
Gracenotes ensemble. Speech — Meghan LaRose, Stettler Elementary School Grade 2DB/2AH class, Big Valley grades 3 and 4. Piano — Kaylee Somerville, Shayla Schultz, Jennifer Taylor and Schubert Hernando. A two-hour grand concert spotlighted the festival award winners: Stettler Elementary School grades 2DB/2SG: school chorus adjudicators’ choice. Dacia Gramlick and Carly Armstrong: musical theatre highest mark. Meghan LaRose: speech adjudicators’ choice.
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Stettler volunteers ‘cast a beautiful shadow’ LES STULBERG Independent reporter Stettler joined communities across the nation last week in recognizing the contributions of volunteers. Mayor Dick Richards was on hand at a luncheon Thursday at the Stettler Legion Hall to proclaim April 21 to 27 as Volunteer Week. “This is what makes Stettler such a special place, is its volunteers,” Richards said. He thanked the volunteers and urged fellow citizens to recognize “the crucial role volunteers play in the community.” Stettler Hospital and Care Centre volunteer resources coordinator Gail Benjamin said her group has partnered with the Stettler FCSS — represented by Stephanie Hadley — for the past four years to organize the event to formally thank local volunteers. Longtime hospital volunteer Betty Carlson was among those saluted for volunteer acts. Eleven community volunteers or groups received the Shining Star Award — to acknowledge “outstanding volunteerism in Stettler and district.” Carlson, an active hospital volunteer for 35 years, believes volunteering is rewarding. “I enjoyed every minute of it,” Carlson said. “You get so much out of volunteering — more than you put in.” Carlson helped with breast screening, flu shots and
blood-donor clinics, along with the music festival and meals on wheels. She said helping others “brings great satisfaction” and a “thank you or smile of appreciation” was reward enough. Others receiving the award were Claire Brown, Pauline Christian, John DeMos, Stan Eichhorn, Dorothy Hebert, Maggie Mackenzie, Norma Nims, Kyla Steinwand, the Superfluity council and Pat Woods. Hadley said each has made an outstanding contribution to the community. The award, in its third year, is sponsored by the Stettler FCSS. The Superfluity group showcases volunteerism at its finest. The organization and its main street thrift shop supports multiple community causes. It’s operated entirely by volunteers. The afternoon recognition featured “Volunteer Olympics,” a skills competition that showed “volunteering can be fun.” Stettler FCCS and Heartland Youth Centre volunteers each won two events, while Alberta Health Services volunteers captured one event. Stettler is “rich in resources and rich in volunteer resources,” said Red Deer’s Lynn Gray, manager of volunteer resources for Alberta Health Services’ central zone. “Volunteers cast a beautiful shadow.”
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that, given current economic and population realities, the current educational programming could not be maintained at those sites in the future,” said Diane Hutchinson, the board’s communications co-ordinator. “Both schools were projecting grades 1 to 9 enrolments in the low 40s next year.” “These were not easy decisions, or decisions that anyone on the board made lightly,” board chairman Doug Bowie said in a news release.
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By Cameron Kennedy Black Press Alberta’s addiction to cheap coal-fired power generation is killing us. That’s the conclusion of a recent report by an environmental think-tank, the Pembina Institute. It teamed with the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, the Alberta and N.W.T. Lung Association and the Asthma Society of Canada on the report, which is based on mathematical models. The report estimates that between 2008 and 2031, there will be more than 3,000 premature deaths from health problems related to coal-fired electricity. It also suggests there will be more than 2,000 hospital admissions, nearly 10,000 visits to emergency wards, and more than 100,000 instances of asthma sufferers having to restrict their activities. That means lost workdays and less productivity from people with respiratory ailments. Tim Weis, the author of the report, admits those figures account for a small fraction of overall hospital and emergency visits, but “that doesn’t diminish the fact that those are real people going to real hospitals.” He estimates that the cost of coal-fired power generation is about $300 million annually. In short, Albertans are subsidizing the cost of coalfired power generation with their very lives. The coalition wants to put a stop to that. It’s calling on the province to develop a comprehensive renewable energy policy and adopt stricter standards for greenhouse gas emissions. Of course, industry disputes Weis’s findings. Don Wharton, vice-president of sustainability for TransAlta utilities, points to a 2006 study conducted by the University of Alberta and the provincial government that examined air quality and health status in a 100-km radius of the province’s largest coal-fired plants. That study suggested there was no indication of significant human health effects associated with the industry. Which report are Albertans to believe? Weis is quick to point out that his research did not conclude there is an acute emergency, only that there is a hidden, potentially deadly, long-term cost associated with coal-fired power generation. And that cost is higher in Alberta than anywhere else in the country because this province’s six coal-fired power plants burn more coal than the rest of the country combined. It is also difficult to believe that the emissions from those plants are having little to no impact on human health. Loaded with sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, mercury, lead, cancerous heavy metals and arsenic, the emissions cast a thick toxic cloud over the province’s environmental legacy. If Albertans want to break their addiction to coal-fired power generation, they will need the help of provincial and federal governments. Reducing emissions from coal-fired plants should be their first priority. Even better would be to replace Alberta’s generating capacity with natural gas-fueled generators or wind-powered facilities. Natural gas-fired plants, for example, emit no mercury, lead or heavy metals, while wind-powered facilities produce no emission whatsoever. Wharton questions whether the health savings are worth the cost of reducing emissions or pursuing cleaner sources of electricity. After all, going down that road is expensive and would raise the price of power 30 to 40 per cent, he warns. That seems like a small price to pay to stop 3,000 premature deaths, reduce the province’s health-care costs and improve the quality of life for thousands of other who have asthma or other respiratory ailments. Coal-fire power generation is among the cheapest sources of electricity. Fortunately, it is no longer the only way to generate electricity. Phasing out coal-fire power generations as quickly as possible should be one of our top priorities to save not only the planet from toxic greenhouse gas emissions, but also ourselves.
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‘Stop Canada’s rape culture’ Too dramatic? Inaccurate? “Stop India’s Rape Culture!” was the caption in The Daily Californian on Feb. 5, 2013. The article described the brutal rape of a 23-year-old student by six men in Delhi, India, on Dec. 16, 2012. I hadn’t heard the phrase “rape culture” before. I remember feeling relieved that I live in a country that could not be described in that way. But then I began reading and researching and I discovered that according to most feminists and many sociologists, rape culture is used to describe Canada. Rape culture is a term used to describe a society in which rape and sexual violence have become or are becoming commonplace. Rape culture exists/grows where prevalent attitudes, norms, practices, entertainment and media increasingly normalize, excuse, tolerate, or even condone rape. Those who are addressing this phenomenon aren’t suggesting that every Canadian is in approval of or engaged in such behavior. What they are saying is that there are observable facts and events in our society that indicate that the trends are not only existent, but escalating. An incident, in Atlantic Canada in 2011, involving 15-year-old Rehtaeh Parsons, is one that is considered by many as a clear example of rape culture. One headline boldly stated, “Rape Culture Claims Another Victim: Teen Ends Life After Photo Of Her Alleged Gang Rape Goes Viral.” Rehtaeh went with her friend to a house party where she was reportedly raped by four teenage boys. Someone took a photograph of Rehtaeh being raped and it was posted and widely distributed online. Subsequently, Rehtaeh received a barrage of texts saying, “Will you have sex with me?” and “You’re such a slut.” An investigation
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1998 — 15 years ago — Declining student population has caused Clearview School Division staff reductions for the second year in a row. — Bar Harbour United Church Camp was vandalized — the destruction estimated at $2,000. — Stettler playwright Michelle Miazga, studying theatre at Red Deer College, had two of her plays chosen by the Alberta New Playwright competition. — Const. Marco Lou was welcomed as the newest member of the Stettler RCMP detachment. — Kelsey Gorjans won the Kristin and Terra Mailer Memorial Award at the Stettler Figure Skating Club’s awards night. — Alix-MAC School’s high school band planned a final fundraiser before heading to Disneyland to perform. — Two Stettler residents, Maggie Darby and Alf Tigner, celebrated their 90th birthday.
— Stettler AGT employee Bess Shepherd received an award to acknowledge her “alert response and actions on the job,” which led to saving a man’s life. — Sylvia Peters of Stettler was elected president of the Liberal party’s Crowfoot riding association. — Alberta Sport Council presented Erskine School with a $2,500 cheque, towards a new gymnastics balance beam. — Sales were down to 59 head at the Stettler Bull Sale, but sale average was up to $2,319. — Ralph and Tillie Tucker celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at the Endiang Hall.
1988 — 25 years ago — Alberta Education Minister Nancy Betkowski opened the new Stettler junior high school at a ribboncutting ceremony.
1978 — 35 years ago — CNR approved the donation of its station building in Stettler to the Stettler Town and Country Museum.
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This past Sunday, April 28 was National Day of Mourning which was established to remember those who have died from injuries or diseases acquired through their workplace. I was shocked to hear that last year, 145 Albertans died from workplace injuries. This solemn day of mourning began in 1984 and was first known as Workers’ Memorial Day which was originally started by the Canadian Union of Public Employees and has been recognized nationally since 1991. Today more than 80 countries observe April 28 as National Day of Mourning. My colleague and Wildrose Caucus Employment, Immigration and Enterprise Critic Gary Bikman, stood in the house this past week and delivered a very heart felt members statement in recognition of this solemn day. He spoke of a personal experience in which he lost an employee in a work place accident, an employee that was also a good friend as well. He talked about how stories of work place accidents are still far too common and completely avoidable. The Cardston Taber Warner MLA also reminded us that safety has to be a collaborative effort that includes participation from government as well as employers and employees alike. Nothing can erase the undue pain and hardship that families of Albertans killed in the workplace live with every day. These stories are still far too common and completely avoidable. Government’s role in workplace safety was also outlined; “There are many reasons why accidents happen – most of them have to do with pressure; pressure to get the job done. But that can never be an excuse. Alberta
From the Legislature MLA Report by Rick Strankman workplaces must continue to strive toward a more transparent and accountable culture of safety. This can’t just be an attitude for the front-line workers, however. This has to be a culture that exists from the top down. The Wildrose caucus supports measures to make companies more accountable for their safety records, but this needs to be a collaborative effort. We owe it to the families of Alberta workers to take measures to ensure transparency and accountability on workplace safety. We would also encourage all Albertans to use this National Day of Mourning to remember those we’ve lost in workplace accidents, this year, and in previous years, and to think about what they can do to protect one another on the job. Please work safely. Drumheller-Stettler MLA Rick Strankman can be reached via email at drumheller.stettler@assembly. ab.ca or by phone: Stettler 403-742-4284, Drumheller 403-823-8181, Hanna 403-854-4333.
Crop and livestock producers anxious during ‘annual hope’ At press time, one could sense the anxiety level of crop producers. The reason being that springtime is slow to arrive. It’s of particular concern in southern Alberta — the home of many specialty crops that need to be seeded early into a warming soil. Growers of sugar beets, potatoes, beans, corn and a host of vegetables are getting worried not just with the late spring but the possibility of late frosts in May. The other side of the coin is that with a later start it will take an exceptional summer to avoid a late harvest and the spectre of early September frosts. One can cite that this is just the risk of cold climate farming, but this has not been the trend in the last few years. One of the benefits of global warming, at least in this part of the country, has been earlier springs. Even an advancement of a week is critical as it allows for better and more timely land preparation. That helps the agronomics of a crop-growing plan and has a significant impact on better yields at harvest. To add to the late spring woe, there has been steady snow and rainfall in most areas. Moisture is always welcome, but in the springtime it can add days of delay due to wet fields. Over the years
at least with some crops, wet fields are becoming of increasing concern because of the immense size of machinery. Depending on the situation big rigs can cause significant rutting or soil compaction on wet soils. One could anticipate that with weather and moisture delays, the seeding of many crops could be delayed well into late May. That’s no big deal in northern parts of the province where growers are used to seeding in late May and even early June, but it’s a bad start for specialized crops. On the other hand a wet spring is usually good news for pasture and hay crops, which makes livestock producers happy campers. There is good news for irrigation farming, the snowpack in the mountains seems to be average and if there is a regular runoff, reservoirs will be full for most of the year. An ace in the hole for the industry have been the technology leaps that has seen water appli-
cation efficiency increase by up to 20 per cent. Add into that canal replacement with pipelines, and water shortages are becoming less of a threat even if the snowpack is down. Its one of those little publicized environmental success stories that the public doesn’t hear much about. It has a down side being that progress is used against the industry by green lobby groups as an indication that major irrigation infrastructure does not need to be further developed and expanded. There is also anxiety brewing in the livestock industry. The cattle feedlot and beef packing industry have seen significant per head losses for some time now with some lots empty due to financial distress. With losses of around $100 per head only the well financed will survive. Luckily we have very sophisticated operators well versed with risk management techniques to survive this round. One does fear for cow/calf
operators who will surely end up paying for a good chunk of those losses come this fall. The only thing that may save them from that marketing correction is that the cow herd continues to decline and affects the feeder calf supply. But if there are fewer feedlot buyers and continued border restrictions that may not help them, either. One of the causes of feedlot financial distress has been the high price of feedgrains over the past year. There was hope for this year being that there were indications that corn seeding would increase significantly in the U.S. midwest. More corn would put pressure on feedgrain prices in Alberta as feedlot operators have shown no hesitation in bringing trainloads of corn into Alberta when the price is right. But lower feedgrain prices might be illusion being the late spring is also occurring in the U.S. upper midwest where new corn acreage was being planned. So there you have it — almost universal anxiety for the ag industry this spring. But then a good summer, timely rains and late frosts could change the crop and livestock situation to everyone’s benefit. I guess that’s the annual hope of agriculture.
Canada tries to stand up to terrorism Our prayers continue for the Boston Marathon victims, survivors, their families and loved ones. On the heels of this tragic event, we learn of an alleged terrorist plot supported by al-Qaeda in Iran to attack Via Rail passenger trains here in Canada. Public Safety Minister Vic Toews maintains those incidents demonstrate the need for stronger anti-terrorism laws in Canada. On Monday, after the attack in Boston, our Conservative government proceeded with Bill S-7, the Combatting Terrorism Act as the Order of the Day in the House of Commons. This is one of the same legislative acts that I worked on early in my tenure as your member of Parliament when I served as Official Opposition Senior Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Critic. Shortly after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, I helped write and supported the passage of the same provisions in Bill S-7. Those special measures expired in 2007. Our government prepared Bill S-7 with those
same measures and we have kept it on the Order Paper in Parliament, ready to re-instate. Bill S-7 provides for investigative hearings and preventive arrest when terrorist activity in Canada is suspected or occurs. It prohibits people from leaving or attempting to leave Canada to commit terrorist acts. As well, it can require someone to testify before a judge at an investigative hearing or be imprisoned for refusing. Whenever a terrorist act occurs, we need to take immediate action to protect Canadians by, for example, identifying and pursuing the perpetrators and learning if there are more assaults planned or underway. Such questions need to be answered as soon
as possible. Bill S-7 provides the authority to deal with an act of terrorism in Canada in a timely manner and provides Canada’s lawenforcement agencies the tools they need. Our House of Commons Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security conducted the review and clause-byclause study of Bill S-7 late last fall. As chair, I reported S-7 back to the House in December 2012 — without amendments — after weeks of public hearings and expert witness testimony. Justice Minister Rob Nicholson told our committee, “It is important to note that individuals have the right to counsel throughout the process outlined in S-7. Statements made by an individual won’t be used
against him or her in subsequent criminal proceedings. The two exceptions are, of course, if there was perjury or if the individual was contradicting the facts they’d already given.” This allows persons who might have crucial knowledge concerning an act of terrorism to come forward and either prevent a terrorist act, or provide timely information to apprehend the perpetrators, or prevent further terrorist acts. Our committee heard that the provisions in Bill S-7 have never been used by Canada. Good government requires the right decisions to be made at the right time. It would be unfortunate to pass Bill S-7 into law after a terrorist attack in Canada. I support Bill S-7 being part of the law in Canada, and I pray that we never need to use it. Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson can be reached at 4945-50 St., Camrose, AB, T4V 1P9, phone 780-6084600, toll-free 1-800-6654358, fax 780-608-4603, or email Kevin.Sorenson. C1@parl.gc.ca.
After reading last week’s Richard Froese opinion column, I am saddened that he felt the need to attack a whole community because of our small school and the budget cuts facing Alberta Education. There are several factual errors in the column that I think need pointed out: 1. Byemoor School will not have three junior high students. In fact, there are six. Please inform (Patty) Dittrick as she is quoted twice in this week’s paper with this incorrect statistic. 2. We don’t have orchards in Byemoor. We grow beef cattle and grains and oilseeds, which equates to food on your table, Mr. Froese. 3. Although this seems very cut and dried from a monetary standpoint, it’s not, at all; Small schools also receive funding through something called “small schools through necessity.” Therefore, our budget is not based solely on number of students. There are other factors as well, something Froese neglected to mention. 4. I agree that the trustees should look at the broader picture and do what’s right for the entire division, not just their own area. Take note Stettler trustees — it’s not just all about you. On the flip side, if we don’t protect what is ours, the schoolyard bully will try and take it away. If it is such a good idea to consolidate the schools, sure, lets do it … let’s send all the primary school kids from Stettler to Byemoor — a mere three hours on a bus a day for a six-year-old shouldn’t be that big of deal, right Mr. Froese? That’s what you are asking of the kids from Byemoor to do if you want our school closed to save a few bucks-but the shoe on the other foot doesn’t fit so well does it? I rode that three-hour jaunt on a bus to Stettler every day for high school — I don’t wish that on anyone younger. Maureen Mappin-Smith Byemoor
Two-hour bus ride not recommended Dear Editor: I ask whether columnist Richard Froese has ever been to Byemoor? Does he really expect a Grade 1 kid to have a twohour bus ride to school, each way. These are six-year old kids. Even until Grade 6, I think expecting kids to travel two hours each way to school is insane. If you would like your kids to have smaller classes, maybe you should consider sending some Stettler
kids on a two-hour bus ride to fill the school to its full potential. Really, what’s the difference? This school doesn’t have teachers for a mere three students, as the grades are often combined. For instance, the grades 1, 2 and 3 students might have one class, or maybe just the 5-6 students have a class together. Some grades have no kids, at all. Quinton Baird Byemoor
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Clayton Bellamy (left), Alee with sister Lauren Adamoski, Bobby Wills and Tenille perform at the songwriters’ circle at Bashaw’s Small Town Saturday Night festivities.
Bashaw tunes in for small-town bash RICHARD FROESE AND LES STULBERG Independent reporters Bashaw was in the musical spotlight Saturday as hundreds gathered in the winning community for Small Town Saturday Night celebrations. By Saturday afternoon, all 1,000 tickets were sold for the nighttime main-event country music concert, which featured Chad Brownlee in the Bashaw Arena, said organizer Jackie Northey. “This is an amazing gift from Big Valley Jamboree and Travel Alberta,” said Ben Wilson, also a member of the Bashaw committee. “It shows how united we are as a community and how much people have connections to Bashaw.” Organizers of the provincial contest echoed those sentiments. “Congratulations on your very impressive entry,” said Larry Werner of the Big Valley Jamboree, which ran the
contest with Travel Alberta. Highlighted in the contest video entry, cast members from Bashaw’s Beauty and the Beast production entertained during an afternoon of family entertainment at the Bashaw School grounds. An afternoon mini-concert drew more than 350 people to the Bashaw Community Centre. “The moment our team viewed the video, we knew that Bashaw set the bar very high and was in the competition to win it,” Werner said. Money raised was allocated for Bashaw School’s new arts-infusion program. “It’s amazing how the community has supported this school program, with all their donations,” said Mikayla Allan, a Grade 10 student. Town leaders credited the Bashaw region or its great support. “Isn’t this a most wonderful day,” Mayor Penny Shantz said. “This is Bashaw in all its community spirit.” The mayor of a neighbouring community also commended the
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female stars Alee and Tenille. All four are home-grown Alberta entertainers with a talent for song writing. They shared their creative craft in an intimate small-town setting that gave participants a one-on-one feeling. “This is like one big awesome living room and you’re the reason we are here,” Tenille said before one of her songs. The foursome encouraged the audience participation and had them clapping, singing, laughing at times and for one of Wills’ songs, he told the audience to “get your woo-woo on” and sing along. The stars spoke with the crowd, sharing the stories behind the songs and the reallife experiences that inspired them to write the lyrics. Love and heartache, leaving home, kids, trucks, fear and dreams, prayer and inspiration, respect — and even crows — made their way into the country songs the artists wrote. “If you can live it, it can be a country song,” seemed to be the rule.
Movie night to fight abuse RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter “Grease” is the word as the popular movie hits the screen at Jewel Theatre in Stettler to raise funds for the Association of Communities Against Abuse. The show is set for Monday at 7 p.m. “We are asking everyone to come dressed up in the fashions of the 1950s,” said treasurer Noreen Woolsey. “This is an evening
where we want to get more people aware about this organization.” ACAA provides services to help children and adults in abuse situations and covers a large region, north to Wainwright and Camrose, south to Drumheller and east to the Saskatchewan border. The association serves children and adults who have been sexually abused, although mostly children, Woolsey said. “We are getting more parents who are sending
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Buffalo Lake growth plan hearing Saturday RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
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Veronica Weber (right) of Castor receives the Stettler Music Award of Excellence on Tuesday night from Rhonda Sylvester, the vice-president of Stettler and District Music Festival Society. For more than 40 years, Weber has instructed generations of piano students in Castor and Stettler and elsewhere in east-central Alberta.
Weber scores musical excellence honours RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter After inspiring piano students from Castor to Stettler and beyond for more than 40 years, piano teacher Veronica Weber of Castor was honoured with the Stettler Music Award of Excellence on Tuesday night. “She is an extraordinary artist, pianist, accompanist, teacher, and community volunteer,” said Rhonda Sylvester, the vice-president of Stettler and District Music Festival Society. Each year, the group presents the award at the grand concert that concludes the Stettler music festival. Surprised when her name was called, Weber said she was grateful to receive such distinction. “I feel endeared to the community of Stettler,” Weber said. “It’s like a home away from home.” Music has been a bi part of Weber’s life from the time she grew up in Castor. “Family and school
always fostered an appreciation for music,” said Weber, who travelled to Eisenstaadt, Austria, for a piano workshop last year. “I truly love opportunities to encourage and teach young people and bring out the best in them.” As a student at the University of Alberta, Weber was under the tutelage of renowned music teacher Sandra Munn. “I firmly believe that music is a part of everyone, and it’s a universal form of communication,” Weber said. Shewas described as a “person who has played an enthusiastic role not only in our own community of Stettler, but in several surrounding communities,” Sylvester said. Since she began teaching piano in 1976, Weber has expanded her repertoire of students in Castor, Stettler, Alliance, Coronation, Forestburg and Consort. “With Veronica’s direction and leadership, these students have strongly integrated themselves in their communities by performing at seniors’ lodges,
extended-care facilities, local churches, studio recitals and music festivals,” said Sylvester, who also nominated Weber. Weber began teaching piano and theory in local schools in the early 1980s and continues to teach in the Castor schools of Gus Wetter and Theresetta Catholic, along with Coronation School. In her home community, Weber serves as pianist at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and has been active with Castor Little Theatre for 31 years as the designer of posters and playbills. She has also been a pianist for live theatre in Stettler for Heartland Arts Troupe Society productions of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Fiddler on the Roof, Music Men, My Fair Lady, Cinderella, Pets, and Nunsense 1 and 2. Beyond the Castorarea communities, Weber has served as adjudicator in Hanna and Three Hills and at the provincial musical festival. She’s also a member of the Alberta Piano Teachers’
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Final stages of a growth plan for south shores of Buffalo Lake will be presented and discussed at a public hearing this Saturday in Erskine School. Property owners will be invited to express views on the Buffalo Lake South Shore Inter-municipal Development Plan during the hearing at Erskine School at 10 a.m. “The plan proposes a small-lot area adjacent to the lakeshore and lots would be limited to one-quarter acre,” said Johan van der Bank, director of planning and development for the County of Stettler. This IDP is part of the Buffalo Lake Inter-municipal Development Plan that was adopted in 2010 by the County of Stettler, Summer Village of Rochon Sands and the Summer Village of White Sands to guide future growth within the Buffalo Lake South Shore growth node plan that is drawing to conclusion. With the potential to develop 2,377 new residential lots on the south, he said that figure could be very high considering than an annual average of 12 lots have been developed in the last 35 years. “We are wrapping it up now,” van der Bank said. Initiated in February 2012, the plan covers aspects such as the natural environment, future development (land uses, development density, lot sizes), servicing (roads, water supply and sewage disposal), and public access to the lake. All development must have communal water and sewer systems, van der Bank said. After the hearing, the planning committee will review public comments and the document and present it to the councils in June for second and final reading with the amendments. For further information, contact van der Bank by phone at 403-742-4441.
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Stettler’s Eastern Star chapter marks 100 years LES STULBERG Independent reporter
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Stettler’s Eastern Star chapter received a plaque and visit from the Alberta Grand Chapter officers on the group’s 100-year celebration Sunday. From left are Al Smith, Worthy Grand Patron of Alberta; Beth Tripp, Worthy Grand Matron of Alberta; Bill Kirtley, Worthy Patron of Victoria Chapter No. 14; and Gwen Lee, Worthy Matron of Victoria Chapter No. 14.
A century-old organization, Victoria Chapter No. 14 of the Order of the Eastern Star, marked its centennial Sunday in Stettler with a celebration at the community hall. Worthy Matron Gwen Lee said the chapter is believed to be the oldest fraternity in Stettler. Lee, along with Worthy Patron Bill Kirtley, welcomed the crowd. Town councillor Malcolm Fischer and county reeve Wayne Nixon brought greetings on behalf of the town and county. “The Eastern Star does worthy things for others without drawing attention to themselves,” Fischer said. Worthy Grand Patron of Alberta, Al Smith of Edmonton, and Beth Tripp, Worthy Grand Matron of Alberta from the Lacombe chapter, delivered congratulatory messages from the Grand Chapter of Alberta. They presented the Stettler chapter with its 100-year plaque. Victoria Chapter’s longest member, 92-year-old Ethel Williams, has been a member for 71 years. She is the group’s historian and delivered a nostalgic history of the organization’s 100 years. The Victoria Chapter No. 14 was organized Feb. 12, 1913. There were 12 chapters already organized in Alberta at that time. Chapter No. 13 wasn’t used, as it was deemed unlucky. Meetings were originally held at the Masonic Hall, located opposite where the Royal Hotel stands today, until fire de-
stroyed that building in 1927. In 1923, the Victoria Chapter hosted the Grand Chapter of Alberta in Stettler. The Grand Ball was held at Carder’s Hall, located above Stettler’s cigar factory. In 1923, the chapter had 121 members. Today, it has 46 and holds its meetings at the Apollo Lodge No. 27. Tripp said Alberta chapters have donated more than half a million dollars to Alzheimer’s research
and supported children’s charities and scholarships. During a memorial segment of the program, the chapter remembered 22 members who have died since the Victoria Chapter celebrated its 90th anniversary. The program included a comic re-enactment of the 1913 organization being instituted by the Lacombe chapter. The Visions, a country gospel quartet from Red Deer, provided the entertainment.
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Ethel Williams, 92, is the longest member of Stettler’s Eastern Star chapter. The group’s historian is a 71-year member.
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‘All guns blazing’ for young thespians There are plenty of activities coming up in the community for your entertainment pleasure. The Chevelles are coming to the Byemoor hall for a Saturday performance, featuring hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s to dance the night away. Tickets are sold in advance only and available from Rhonda Maginn at 403-579-2228. The proceeds will go to support the Byemoor School, Endmoor Minor Hockey Association and the Sullivan Lake West Agricultural Society. Byemoor Dance School, under the direction of Krissy Jack, presents its spring dance recital Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Byemoor hall. Come out and support the talented young dancers. The Byemoor 4-H Drama Club is busy preparing for its production, “Blazing Guns at Roaring Gulch,” to be presented June 6 at the Byemoor hall. The club members were in costume at the Bull-a-rama, as they looked after the 50-50 draw. Be sure to mark your calendar as not to miss these young thespians. Dee Green was accompanied by her sister Cheryl for a Vancouver visit with
their brothers. There will be a work bee at the Endiang cemetery on Monday at 6:30 p.m. All help for the spring cleanup would be appreciated. One team from the Endmoor floor curling club participated in the Stettler bonspiel last Monday. B.J. Smith and Ruth Ratcliffe are home from a week spent in Japan. Their café in Endiang was closed during that week. B.J. Smith and Stettler’s Fred Bozek played invitational exhibition hockey in Japan with an Edmonton oldtimers’ team. B.J. said the Japanese were tremendous hosts and he and Ruth found the experience interesting. The Alberta team played three games, all in different parts of Tokyo, a city of eight million people. The Albertans won one, lost one and tied one. B.J. said he was “amazed” with how quiet and clean Tokyo is. Jones. The prize was a gift basket from Outlawbuckers Rodeo. Congratulations Memphis. The bulls and cowboys put on a good show.
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Byemoor 4-H Drama Club members gear up to present their comedy, “Blazing Guns at Roaring Gulch,” in June. In front is Hunter Maginn. In the middle row (from left) are Jacob Buchwitz, Jayna Weatherly, Samantha Buchwitz, Rowan Andres, Emily Andres, Hallee Weatherly and Maddie Buchwitz. At back are Dakota Newsome and Bill Hawkins. A dance, with music from Daly Up and Dance, wrapped up the night.
Summer break in the cards for Big Valley crib players The Big Valley Inn crib players held their season finale last Sunday, with a good turnout of 14 players. Welcome back to Len Shaw, after his accident. First prize went to Margaret Levesque, second prize went to Lawrence Wilkie and Stan Nattestad won third. Ernie Petrussa took the booby, while Wilkie won the regular draw and Nattestad won the 50/50. End-of-season prizes were awarded. Most skunks went to Caroline Pound, second to Trudy Spence and third to Petrussa. Perfect attendance for all 27 games of the season went to Joanne Murphy. All players went home with prizes. Thanks to Shaw for our crib boards and to John Rinehart for the box of new playing cards to replace the old, worn ones. Special thanks to Pat, Tomassina and the staff of the Big Valley Inn for all their hard work throughout the season and especially for the suppers they provided. Pat and Tomassina presented Margaret Levesque and Trudy Spence with gift certificates for all their hard work during the season. Levesque thanks Spence and Dorothy Annabel for their help throughout the season while she was away, and Gladys Groat for the bookkeeping briefcase. Levesque announced she would retire from keeping the crib scores and asked that everyone support Spence and Annabel, who will continue the tradition. Many thanks to Levesque for all her hard work during the past seasons, organizing the weekly events, keeping track of scores and awarding prizes each week. Big Valley crib tournaments are tentatively scheduled to resume on Oct. 6. Watch for the announcements. Remember
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We are pleased to welcome Albert Wessa and his wife from Red Deer to the community. They purchased Lois Ballinger’s house in Endiang and are in the process of moving in. Members of the Byemoor 4-H Drama Club are selling hanging flower or tomato baskets for $25, available in time for Mothers’ Day. This is the last
that everyone is welcome. Don’t forget the annual Elks/Royal Purple “Walk for Children” takes place this Saturday at the Big Valley Arena. Registration is from 10 a.m. to 12:30, with the walk beginning at 1 p.m. For more information, call Teresa at 403-741-4143. May birthday wishes go out to Sandra Schell – 2, Don Kent – 2, Alana Stefanik – 4, Peggy Stewart – 4, Bobbi Kargaard – 6, Shelley Burnstad – 6, Joy Walker – 7, Dale Johnston – 7, Erika Stefanik – 8, Trudy Spence – 8, Hudson Stewart – 8, Wayne Garrison – 9, Marilee Colp – 10, Tennille Daychief – 10, Bentley Stewart – 10, Les Knapp – 12, Chantel Dubitz – 15, Eldon Stewart – 15, Teresa Greig – 16, Abigail Webster – 17, Len Waters – 17, Rose Authenac – 20, Rilynn Stewart – 20, Deanna Skocdopole – 25, Pat Parkin – 26, Dallas Gordon – 26, Tim Burnstad – 27, Otto Nicklom – 28, Barry Bolton – 28, and Madison Tizzard – 30. Happy anniversary to Don and Margaret Lane – 1, Quintin and Amanda Baird – 4, Art and Ann Tizzard – 4, Kyle and Natasha Eddy – 5, Wayne and Holly Skocdopole – 7, Sandi and Anita Davie – 8, Rick and Carmen Tizzard – 9, Bob and Sue Boswell – 12, John and Marian Rinehart – 20, Wilf and Dorothy Dressler – 22, and Russell and Alice Faye Watts.
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Congratulations to Jimilee Chostner on being selected for the Award of Distinction at the East Central Alberta leaders’ recognition day at Galahad. Jimilee has had a long history with 4-H, first as a member and then as a leader. The Chevelles will perform music from the 60s, 70s and 80s at the Byemoor hall on May 4.
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Pancakes and more on plate Helping Hands gains help for Mother’s Day breakfast from playschool fundraiser Joshua Morris is celebrating his birthday this Saturday. Happy Birthday, Joshua. On Friday, May 10, come out at 7:30 p.m. to the Botha Hall for a fantastic evening. The Ralph and Friends Band will be entertaining the group that night. Bingo happens again on Tuesday, May 7, so make sure you come out that evening to the Botha Senior Centre and try out your luck. Bring out your quilting items on Monday May 13, for another great day of creativity. This starts at 9 a.m. and held at the Botha Senior Centre. Everyone is more than welcome to come out for fun and visiting. Mother’s Day is coming up soon, May 12, and the Botha Community would like to see everyone bring their Mom out for a great Mother’s Day breakfast. This is held at the Botha Hall starting at 9 a.m. This year they will be serving pancakes, sausages, ham, bacon, eggs, hash brown casseroles, fruit, coffee, tea and juice. If you haven’t registered your child yet for kindergarten or Playschool for the coming school year (2013-14), drop by the Botha School and do so, so all is ready to go for the fall season. The campgrounds will be opening soon. The snow is disappearing quickly now, which is great after the long winter we had. A special event is happening in the near future. The Soccer Program will be beginning soon so keep your eyes out for this event. Registration forms will be appearing soon. For more information, contact Marsha Mailer at 403- 742-2559 or Lorraine Hankins at 403-742-1155. The 4-H Show and Sale will be taking place at the Stettler Agriplex on Monday, May 20, and Tuesday, May 21. Come out and support our 4-H members from around
our community. They do hard work and really deserve to have the support. This weekend — Friday through Sunday — come out to the Botha Hall starting at 9 a.m. daily and come and see what you would like to purchase at the Mult- Family Garage Sale. There is something there for everyone. At the sale for instance, there will be furniture, books, sports equipment, household items and toys — all for very reasonable prices. With May here now, so does graduation, which arrives shortly on May 25. Be sure to support the grads. The next Botha community meeting will be held at the Botha Hall on May 13, starting at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend to see what’s happening around the community. New members are always welcome. For more information, call Hankins at 403742-1155. Also on Monday, May 6, starting at 11:30 a.m., Botha meetings at the Botha Senior Centre. It starts with a pot-luck luncheon (so bring your favourite dish to share), and the meeting follows right after the luncheon. It’s hoped that all local seniors can attend. The community extends thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed the arena for skating this year. We hope to see you again next winter.
John deMos was awarded a Shining Star award at the volunteer appreciation tea in Stettler on Thursday for achieving 10 years as a volunteer with FCSS preparing tax returns for seniors and low income residents. John also volunteers with the Halkirk Elks and Halkirk Seniors. Congratulations, John! The Helping Hands playschool committee held a successful fundraiser on Friday at the Hall. There were many prizes won by the large crowd, all donated by community supporters of the Mother Teresa Catholic School. There were three major prizes – A portable BBQ was won by JD Johnson; A toy Case tractor was won by Cathy Potter and an autographed Shane Doan hockey stick was won by Corrie Reynolds. A big thank-you to all who attended. Our badminton players were at tournaments in Consort or Veteran on Monday. Congrats to Simon Muncy who placed 1st in 16 and under boys’ singles. Playing 14 and under doubles were Krista Barthel and Taegan McGillivray; Tiana Gamroth and Madelyn Schauer; Leif Neufeld and Liam Grice. Several players also played at Gus Wetter on Wednesday. The Elks Spring district meeting was held in Halkirk on April 24. Alberta Elk president John Christie from Trochu attended. District lodges presented reports and discussed coming events.
Lunch was served. We send special greetings out to Vera Airey, who will celebrate her 93rd birthday on May 3. Clint and Lauren (Potter) Saruga and their one-yearold daughter, Jailyn have purchased the former Jim and Bette Hronek home quarter northeast of town. They moved in late fall. In the same area Greg and Candace (Potter) Boxma have built a new home and settled on the Boxma farm. Greg and Candace have two daughters, Jessica is 4 and Ava is 2. Lauren and Candace are cousins. We welcome these two young couples to our community. The “ Chick “ Relay for Life team will hold a bake sale at the Elks annual Mothers Day breakfast. They would appreciate it if you would stop by to support them as they support a cure for cancer. Lowell and Janette Berry had all their family home at the weekend to attend the memorial service for Lowell’s sister Ida Bailey in Stettler on Saturday. There were many former Halkirkites in attendance. Jack and Shirley Haeberle from the Edmonton area along with Paul and Beth Thibault
from Red Deer called on Roy Haeberle at the weekend. Dawn Elsasser, along with her daughters Megan and Brittany and friend Connie Bargholz, spent a week at the Mayan Riviera helping Dawn to celebrate her 50th birthday. George and Margret Rowland are home, having spent their winter in Arizona. The temperate was hitting 100 F when they left, so its taking them awhile to acclimatize. They stopped in Lethbridge to visit with Scott, Heather and 10 mon. old Amina as well as with Tracey and Kent. Rick and Lisa Kent returned from Mazatlan last weekend, spending a week there. Justin Perry from Calgary spent the weekend with his parents Dana and Verna, who just returned from a couple of months holidaying South of the border. There was a full house enjoying the Magic show at the Gus Wetter school late Thursday night. Coming events: May 2 – Halkirk hall board bingo at 7:30 p.m.; May 12 – Halkirk Elks pancakes and all the trimmings breakfast at the hall from 9 to 11 a.m.
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Heartland Beautification Committee and community gardens chair Rob Spencer and committee member Grace Fix promote projects at the Stettler trade show last month.
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Independent reporter Now that the weather has warmed up for spring, Stettler has planted the seed to further beautify the town. Plans include garden and mural contests and expanded community gardens and a new orchard. “We have some great initiatives this year, which run in the areas of beautification, environment and heritage conservation,” said Rob Spencer, who chairs Heartland Beautification Committee and Stettler Community Gardens. Expanded community gardens An additional community garden at 41 Avenue and 60 Street east of the Tot Lot will be planted this month, with $17,900 in seed funding from TD Friends of the Environment Fund. Those steps were also taken to enhance the community and chances to win Communities in Bloom at the national and international levels for the second year. Communities in Bloom Judges are scheduled to tour the town July 26 and 27. Stettler will face challenges from: Municipality of Jasper Community of Fogo, N.L. Town of Antigonish, N.S. Lakeside Chautauqua, Lakeside, Ohio Stanghow, Redcar and Cleveland, UK Tenby Town, Pembrokeshire, UK Village of Abbey-
Garden contests “We are doing the garden contest to raise the profile of gardening and highlight the beauty that folks accomplish through their efforts,” Spencer said. “It gives a chance for us and community residents and neighbours to recognize effort and beauty.” Awards will be presented for the best residential flower garden, residential in-ground flower garden and residential edible garden, with submissions for entries accepted from June 1 to Aug. 31. Top winners in each category will receive $100 Heart of Alberta dollars for Stettler and qualify for a further contest with Communities in Bloom. Mural contest Winners of the mural contest are expected to be announced soon for small murals in West Stettler Park, Lakeside Cemetery and the dog park after voting ended earlier this week. “One of the main reasons for this contest is to encourage involvement from the community and to collect material from talented folks,” Spencer said. “It fits with our heritage conservation committee work at the same time and it will have themed material that we can use to put on the backs of the new information signs around town, adding colour, visual value and removing the empty space that might attract graffiti.” That is in direct response to a Communities
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bushes throughout it. “So, I thought we might expand that space to make it a more official community orchard, putting in some more mulched pathways off of the other space, and fill the rest with a wide range of fruit bushes and trees.” Signs and benches will go in, as well, while each type of tree will be marked and a sign describing other landscape.
Jenn & Jim MacDougall are thrilled to announce the birth of their son, Cooper, a brother to Griffin. Cooper Douglas MacDougall arrived at 9:50 am on Friday, April 5, 2013, weighing in at 7lb. 5.5oz. Proud grandparents are Bob & Jonni Hegberg and Doug & Kathy MacDougall.
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Donalda residents to gather for village’s spring cleanup By Darlene Tantrum Donalda & District Museum The Skybo Community will host the Boss Hill Poker Rally on Saturday, with proceeds going to the Donalda School 100-years reunion. The centennial is being celebrated June 29 and 30. Spring cleanup in the village is set for Saturday, beginning with a meeting at the Lamp at 10 a.m., weather-permitting. Bring your gloves, pruning shears and a rake. Lunch at the Drop-In Centre is on the agenda. An emergency preparedness information meeting will be held at the Donalda Firehall on Wednesday, May 8, from 3 to 7 p.m. It’s a time to come and check out the firehall, and see whether you’re prepared if there were an emergency. Donalda School will hold its annual “Dessert Theatre” on May 9, 10 and 11, starting at 7 p.m. each day. For more information and to obtain tickets, call 403883-2395.
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The Donalda Coulee Friendship Club will hold a “Mother’s Day” Strawberry Pancake Breakfast, Music Jam, and Birdhouse Auction on May 12, starting at 10 a.m., with an auction at noon, and music to follow. Donalda Community Promotions is hosting the spring Drive-In Movie on May 11, starting at 9:30 p.m. The concession opens at 7:30 p.m. Birthday wishes go out to Clayton Klatt, Darren Hebbes, Michael Schmitt, Jerry Crumly, Barb Nattestad, Bryan Wasyliw, Chris Puckett, Mackenzie Fuller, Rae Leene Klatt, Wendy Meston, Belle Nelson, Chase Thomas, Jo Lea Laye, Lionel Clement, Jackson Rider, Kaylon Clement, Luke Broemeling and anyone else celebrating a birthday this week.
By Paulette Heer Gadsby/Westwoods News Some events are winding down to ready for summer, while others are just beginning. The Gadsby Ball Association had a good turnout for the meeting last Friday, with several new volunteers in place. The new executive includes president Amy Kobi, vice-president Jordan Hoopfer, secretary Ken Glasier and treasurer Richelle Atterbury. Coaches have been drafted and Monday nights, starting May 13, from 6:30 to 7 p.m., there will be free fun nights for kids ages 3 to 10. It involves a bit of learning and lots of fun. Anyone wishing to sign up for the season is asked to call 403-742-8637 or 403-323-0404. The Red Eye tournament will be held from July 12 to 14 in Gadsby. Get your team’s name in early for a great weekend. This weekend, several families from the Gadsby and Botha areas are hosting a three-day garage sale at the Botha hall, starting Thursday at 9 a.m. Everything from furniture, sports equipment, tools and games — just to name a few — are on sale. Look for the ad in the garage sale listing. Free coffee and cookies for all. Gloria and Stan Diegel attended the “Raw Talent” wind-up dance recital at Botha on Friday night. They enjoyed watching granddaughters Bridget, Kassandra and Jasmine. The week before, Sophie Diegel’s group re-
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Chase tracks zone gold, provincial berth JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor No one could catch Taylor Chase of Stettler at the high school zone badminton championships Saturday in Red Deer. Chase was unbeaten en route to winning the intermediate boys’ singles division at Hunting Hills High School. Chase, a Grade 11 student, represents William E. Hay Composite High School of Stettler, where he also plays with the town’s junior badminton club. His club expertise was evident Saturday as he finished off opponents in short order and punched his ticket to this weekend’s provincial high school championships in
Calgary. “Taylor took no prisoners — he played smart and placed his shots well,” said William E. Hay coach Chris Langford. “He did not lose a game all day. “I am very happy for him. He has taken his training with the junior badminton club much more seriously and he is seeing the payoff.” Chase, 16, emerged from his four-man pool and went on to post semifinal and final victories over Wainwright and Tofield opponents, respectively. “I didn’t really know many of the players, to be honest,” he said of the central Alberta field. “I played pretty well, I thought, throughout the day.” JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Taylor Chase, a Grade 11 student at William E. Hay Composite High School in Stettler, was undefeated Saturday as he won the intermediate boys’ singles crown at the zone badminton championships at Hunting Hills in Red Deer.
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Taylor Chase, 16, of Stettler has qualified for this weekend’s provincial high school badminton championships in Calgary. He won the intermediate boys’ singles division at the zone tournament last Saturday in Red Deer.
Langford said Chase didn’t give up more than 12 points a game in each of his three round-robin matches. In the semifinals, Chase beat Provost’s Curtis Fleck, a St. Thomas Aquinas student whom Chase had defeated a week earlier in the area championship at Wainwright. In the gold-medal match, Chase outdid another club player, Ben Schmidt, 21-16, 21-14. “He’s at about the same level as a lot of the club players,” Chase said. “I think I just played better than normal. He was a little more tired, so I guess that helped me a little bit.” Chase fine-tuned his game this winter playing with the competitive Stettler junior club. “It’s nice to play against guys like John (Langford) at club,” he said. “John is the kind of player that really exploits your weaknesses, so I think this year, we started putting a lot more time into practice. He really helps to make you work on what you’re bad at. That really helped to (minimize) those errors. “The last couple of years, it was always just (a case of) me making unforced errors. Even Mrs. Langford said that that was probably my weakest area. So I think I just try to cut down on
those now, as much as I can. I found that the other guys were making the mistakes more often this weekend, so that helped a lot.” The club competitors began their season in early September, while the high school season is only about a month old. “Not so much the Highway 12 and the area (competitions), but toward zones, you start to see a couple of more club faces here and there,” Chase said. “But a lot of the club players won’t do the school tournaments. I don’t know if they find it too easy, or what it is.” Chase, who has been playing badminton for about five years, is the lone Stettler representative bound for the Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association championships, which are set for Friday and Saturday at Bishop O’Byrne and Henry Wise Wood schools. Chase also plays competitive soccer, and his Stettler under-18 team kicks off its season this Saturday with the Sunbreaker soccer tournament in Camrose. If he’s no longer in medal contention Saturday afternoon at the badminton provincials, Chase plans to make the trip to Camrose to join his soccer teammates. In the winter months, Chase is a Stettler minor
hockey on-ice official. He used to play minor hockey. While he’s the lone Wildcat at this week’s badminton provincials, Chase believes more Stettler candidates are on board in the next few years. “Next year, with John (Langford) and Kyle (Poapst) and Ryland (Stefanik) all moving up to high school, we’ll hopefully get a couple of more faces going,” he said. Stettler’s badminton community showed its support for Chase and company on the high school stage. “I’d like to thank the parents and families who came to support the athletes,” said coach Langford. “Although badminton is considered an individual sport, all of the players end up training together, and contributing to each other’s success. It felt great to hear a big group clapping to acknowledge Taylor’s first-place finish.”
Stettler contingent ‘plays with heart’ at zone playoffs JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor Taylor Chase’s golden performance highlighted the Stettler results at the high school zone badminton championships Saturday in Red Deer. Nine competitors from William E. Hay Composite High School qualified for the zone tournament at Hunting Hills. Stettler twins Destiny and Kayleigh Croker took home the junior girls’ doubles bronze medal, complementing Chase’s gold-medal effort in the intermediate boys’ singles category.
The Croker girls won all of their three round-robin matches. “In the playoff rounds, Kayleigh and Destiny lost a match to a focused team from Chauvin, but did find their A game to win the bronze medal against a team from Wetaskiwin,” said William E. Hay coach Chris Langford. Along with Chase, the Wildcats’ singles competitors at the zones were juniors Alyssa Acera and Adam Pitzel. “Adam had a slow start and would have been able to have more success had his day gone longer,” Langford said. “His fitness serves him well, but you need the early wins, too.
“Alyssa gained experience for when she will return next year.” The Stettler field included the senior mixed doubles tandem of Naoko Miyazawa and Nicholas Baharally, and the intermediate boys’ doubles pairing of Jordan Bauman and Aeroll Acera. “Jordan and Aeroll narrowly missed out advancing to playoffs, but had other teams worried when they were playing their best,” Langford said. “Naoko and Nicholas almost pulled off major comeback wins. In Wainwright (at the area championships), they had been down 20-16 in a third critical match, but came back to win and earn their spot
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at the zones. “At Hunting Hills, they were down 20-14 and dug deep to finish a 22-20 (decision). Unfortunately, the win was not theirs.” First- or second-place finishes at the area competition qualified students for the zone championships. “Zones competition is that much tougher than areas,” Langford said. “Typically, the players who make it to zones are good all-around athletes — they are fast, fit, strong, smart and competitive. “Our (Stettler) contingent deserved to be there and played with heart during the round-robin qualifying matches.”
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Stettler twins Kayleigh (left) and Destiny Croker teamed up to win the bronze medal in the junior girls’ doubles division at the central Alberta zone high school badminton championships Saturday at Hunting Hills High School in Red Deer. In the third-place match, the Crokers beat their Wetaskiwin opponents 21-11 in the deciding game.
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Jillian Schaffner and Tyler Erion, representing Gus Wetter School of Castor, reached the bronze-medal match at the zone high school badminton championships Saturday in Red Deer. In the junior mixed doubles bronzec u t medal match, they lost i A on er to Lacombe 22-20 in the Phone (403) 742-2368 third and deciding game. n c e 19 5 3
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A pair of teams represented Gus Wetter School of Castor at the zone high school badminton championships last Saturday at Hunting Hills High School in Red Deer. One of those teams, the junior mixed doubles tandem of Tyler Erion and Jillian Schaffner, went all the way to the bronzemedal match before losing to Lacombe’s Christine Suominen and Cody Knight. “Tyler and Jillian made it to the bronze-medal match, and it went to the third game, but they were unable to defeat the Lacombe team,” said
Gus Wetter badminton coach Greg Muhlbeier. “And that concluded another great senior badminton year.” In an eventful battle for third place, Erion and Schaffner lost and won 21-19, respectively, before dropping the deciding game 22-20. Gus Wetter was also represented in the senior mixed doubles category, as Tanya Gilchrist and Clay Renschler returned to the zone championships. “Tanya and Clay played hard, but were unable to advance into the semifinals,” Muhlbeier said. Overall, it was another active season for Gus Wetter, he said. “This year, once again, there was great interest
in playing on the senior badminton team, as 28 students participated and attended our Monday and Wednesday practices.” From the season-opening Highway 12 tournament, 11 Gus Wetter students advanced to the area championship April 19 at Wainwright. In singles and doubles play, the area placements for those students were: First — Maisie Freerksen and Taryn Fletcher; Clay Renschler and Tanya Gilchrist. Second — Tyler Erion and Jillian Schaffner; Toby Clements and Thecla Wiart. Third — Justin Slemp; Brittany Steinwand and Alyssa Ball.
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Chiefs repeat as national midget champions Big Valley’s Hermus, Delburne’s Davidson taste Telus Cup glory SAULT STE. MARIE, Ont. — They came into the weeklong Telus Cup tournament as the defending champions. And they left Sunday as the national champions. The Red Deer Optimist Chiefs successfully defended their 2012 national championship by defeating the Ottawa Junior 67’s 5-0 in the final Sunday afternoon. Rory Davidson of Delburne is one of just three players who were members of both national-championship teams, joining captain Quinn Brown and goaltender Matt Zentner. For the second straight year, a Big Valley boy is part of Red Deer’s championship mix. Logan Hermus played defence with the Chiefs, whose lineup last season included Ty Mappin. In a game broadcast nationally on TSN, Red Deer dominated Ottawa to take the title against the team the Chiefs had tied 2-2 on Friday morning. But this time around, the Chiefs were able to solve Ottawa goaltender Simon Hofley, while Zentner was perfect between the posts as he made 27 saves for the shutout. “To get the shutout makes it special, but the only thing that matters is that we won,” Zentner said. “I don’t even know what to say.” The Chiefs took the lead with three minutes remaining in the first period when Chase Thudium found a rebound at the left side of the goal and scored on the power play. “It was exciting,” Thudium said. “I almost missed it, but I got a second chance. It was a big goal. It was huge. Everybody was nervous off the start, and we knew whoever scored that first goal was going to have a good chance at winning. So it was definitely a big one.” Red Deer started to pull away in the second period. Trey DeGraaf scored on a wrap-around three minutes into the period, and just more than a minute later, Ryker Leer skated in on a partial breakaway and fired a shot that beat Hofley over the blocker. With five minutes remaining in the second period, Chris Gerrie took a pass on a three-on-one break and made it 4-0 when his shot deflected in off Hofley’s glove.
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After blanking the Ottawa Junior 67’s 5-0 in Sunday’s final at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., the Pacific region-champion Red Deer Optimist Chiefs celebrate their second straight Telus Cup title as the Canadian midget hockey champions. After two periods, Red Deer outshot Ottawa 4119. Ian McLellan added the final goal with six minutes remaining in the third period on a quick shot from the slot that found the top right corner. Chiefs coach Doug Quinn emphasized the importance of converting opportunities into goals to build a comfortable lead in the second period. “We’ve always had a hard time scoring goals,” Quinn said. “We usually get enough shots, but it was nice to get a couple goals there and get a little
bit of a cushion. I really didn’t relax until probably the last five minutes.” Quinn said his team showed character in battling adversity all season, including being nearly eliminated in the roundrobin portion of the Telus Cup. “When their backs were against the wall, they just seemed to step up and come together,” he said. “It’s a really special group. This group just came together and just wore teams out. We had depth, a lot of speed and I thought that even in today’s game, we weren’t tiring out.”
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Looking back on the tournament, Zentner said there were times when things became stressful. He said he couldn’t describe the feeling of being a national champion — twice. “It’s been surreal,” he said. “It went by so fast, but it’s been hard at times. Sometimes it feels like you can’t get a break, and when you do you’re on top of the world, and that’s how it feels right now.” TOURNEY NOTES:
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General assignment ‘perfect’ for Colliton In hopes of return to NHL, Blackie boy wins Allan Cup JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor Last spring, Jeremy Colliton’s concussion complications relegated the former NHL forward to spectator status as his Bridgeport Sound Tigers suffered their own headache in the opening round of the American Hockey League playoffs. They lost all three of their playoff games to finish an abbreviated season for Colliton, who was a “glorified assistant coach” for Bridgeport’s aborted run. “I had some concussion issues last year and I just never got better,” Colliton said April 20 after winning the Canadian senior championship with the Bentley Generals. Including four games in the weeklong Allan Cup tournament at Red Deer Arena, Colliton played 15 games with the Generals since being given the doctor’s green light in February to resume action. The Blackie native had been idle since last season, which was derailed because of two concussions he incurred with the Sound Tigers, the AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders. “It just took a long time to come around,” he said. “I still want to play. “It turned out that I wasn’t ready (this season) for the European transfer deadline. I had been talking to Bentley all year, and they called me just as I was starting to feel better. ‘Come out.’ So I did. It’s been a great opportunity. “It was perfect for me, because I literally got cleared by the doctor and I played two days later — the beginning of February.” As he showed when the Generals staved off the pesky Clarenville Caribous of Newfoundland 3-0 in the national senior final, Colliton can still play the game well. After all, he’s still relatively young at age 28, and he has seven years of pro experience. Both finalists were loaded with skilled players who have played at the pro, major junior and university levels. And even if the Allan Cup seems like a long way from the NHL, the smell of champagne drifting from the Bentley dressing room long after Saturday’s game would suggest championships taste the same across the board. “Anytime you can win a national championship, that’s pretty awesome,” said Colliton, who won world junior gold and silver medals during his two terms as Sidney Crosby’s teammate with Team Canada. “It’s important. People don’t give this (senior)
level of hockey the respect it deserves. It’s not easy. There are lots of guys who’ve played a ton of pro games who come here (and are challenged). It’s tough. It’s small rinks and not a lot of space and you’ve got to battle. You’ve got to grind, and you’ve got to respect the level it is and the league and the players, because they lay it on the line. “Just like today in the final, we had to grind for 60 minutes to win. We knew that’s what we had to do, and because we did, we get to be champions.” The Generals were crowned champions in front of about 2,000 fans who packed the storied Red Deer rink for the nationally televised final Saturday evening. The partisan crowd was filled with friends and family members, including Colliton’s wife and their 10-monthold son, Ben. “His first year, we win a championship, so we’ll keep that going,” Colliton said with a smile. Likewise, he hopes to keep his hockey career going. Not only did his senior stint produce a national title, it also gave Colliton a test run of sorts in his recovery from concussions. While sitting out last season, “I had symptoms the whole time,” he said. “It just never went away. (Even the experts) don’t know much about concussions, but for me, I’m just so grateful that it’s cleared up and I’ve played 15 games now and I’ve had some good, hard collisions and everything is good. So I’m excited to carry on. “I’m going to play (pro) next year. I don’t know where, but I’ll be going somewhere. I’m still pretty young for a hockey player. Guys are playing till they’re 40. I’m 28, so I’ve got a lot of years left.” Colliton was a secondround draft pick of the Islanders in 2003. Including 57 NHL games, he played in New York’s organization before and after a Swedish stint four seasons ago. His teammates this winter in Bentley included former NHL players Travis Brigley, Trent Hunter and Darren Van Impe. The Generals’ lineup also featured Colliton’s acquaintances from his younger hockey days in Alberta. “My wife is from the Strathmore-Carsland area,” said the former Prince Albert Raiders’ captain. “She’s cousins with (Generals defenceman Brett) Thurston, so that helped. Growing up, I’d been around those guys, so we all knew each other, played against each other. “That made it an easy transition. To walk right into a new dressing room in February, it’s not always
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Jeremy Colliton holds his 10-month-old son, Ben, as the Bentley Generals celebrate their Allan Cup national senior hockey championship April 20 at the Red Deer Arena. Colliton, a former New York Islander, joined Bentley this winter after playing pro for the previous seven seasons. The 28-year-old forward is from Blackie.
easy, but it’s a great group of guys and we just wanted to win. “This is excellent hockey. I knew half the (Bentley) guys already and made some great friends that I
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in a tournament, game by game, you just do whatever it takes to win,” he said in echoing the playoff slogan posted on Bentley’s dressing-room door. “It doesn’t matter who gets the goals. It’s like playoffs. A lot of times, the top guys cancel out,
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and it’s the guys who grind who score. You’ve got to be willing to do everything. You’ve got to be willing to kill penalties and pay the price and be physical. We had four lines of guys who were willing to do that, so it makes all the difference.” The Generals and Caribous each posted two victories to win their respective three-team pools, and went on to score semifinal victories. Bentley edged the Kenora (Ont.) Thistles 3-2, while Clarenville topped the Rosetown (Sask.) Redwings 6-2. The legendary Allan Cup has been awarded since 1909. Bentley won the national crown in 2009 and reached the final in 2010 and 2011. Clarenville won the 2011 title.
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A train passes through Alix last week as remnants of a lingering winter cover the ground. This weekend, the community hosts its annual Ice-Breaker Bull Ridin’ Classic.
Alix hopes to draw Albertans to new fun centre By Harley Richards Black Press Moonwalker Fun Centre provided countless hours of entertainment to children before the Red Deer play space closed four years ago. The Village of Alix is hoping those youngsters, and their parents, have long memories. The municipality is reassembling the sprawling, multi-level play structure that was the heart of Moonwalker’s operations — this time inside a new multi-purpose building in Alix. It bought the equipment from the previous owners in hopes of creating an attraction that would bring visitors to Alix and help fund local recreational programs. This vision is expected to become a re-
ality in June, when Moonwalkers will be reborn in a newly constructed building. “Everything’s coming together,” said CoraLee Brookes, Alix’s recreation coordinator and the person who will manage the play facility. “We have inventoried every piece and cleaned it and started to refurbish what needed to be refurbished.” Sharing 3,500 square feet of space with the play structure will be arcade games, a new toddlers’ area and a sitting area for adults. The needs of babies have also been considered. “We’ll have extra saucers and those kinds of things that the parents can pull up to their tables,” Brookes said. There will also be rooms for private parties, and birthday packages prepared
with help from local businesses like restaurants, she said. The new facility is already generating excitement among Alix’s younger demographic, Brookes said, but she expects it to draw users from throughout Central Alberta. That should help acquaint visitors with other amenities the community has to offer, including a lake and beach, a new playground and a “fabulous golf course.” In addition to the economic spinoffs from out-of-towners coming to Alix, Moonwalkers should also produce money for local programs. That will come from the $10 admission fee, which applies to children over two. “Fifty per cent of those are going to be
put back into the village recreation program,” said Brookes. Occupying space in the same building as Moonwalkers will be a business incubator, where startup ventures can establish themselves in a low-cost setting. A café has already laid claim to one of the three bays earmarked for this use, and Brookes expects it to help satisfy the food and refreshment needs of Moonwalkers customers. The building on Railway Avenue will also serve as the home for Alix’s Family and Community Support Services office, its recreation department, its emergency services centre and the local food bank. The village will lease the building from a private developer who constructed it as a public-private partnership (P3).
Lacombe Express hit the streets last week By Harley Richards Black Press Residents of Lacombe and Blackfalds found some fresh reading material on their doorsteps last Thursday. That’s when the inaugural issue of the Lacombe Express hit the two communities, with carriers delivering them directly to households there. The newspaper is published by Black Press, which also produces the Stettler Independent, Red Deer Advocate, the Red Deer Express and a halfdozen other community newspapers in Central Alberta. Red Deer Express publisher Tracey Scheveers, who will also serve as publisher of the Lacombe Express, said the new paper will be modelled after its Red Deer namesake. “It will have a very similar look and feel, only Blackfalds- and Lacombebased.” But, she added, the Lacombe Express will adopt its own personality, based
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citing and refreshing to launch a new paper. “It should instill some confidence in people that the community newspaper is still viable.” She added that Lacombe and Blackfalds are terrific markets to step into, with both communities enjoying rapid residential and commercial growth. They’re currently served by The Lacombe Globe, which is published by Sun Media Corp., but Scheveers thinks
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KUNST Norman Charles 1921 - 2013 It is with great sadness that the family of Norman Charles Kunst announces his passing in Edmonton, Alberta on Thursday, April 18, 2013, at the age of 91 years. Norm was born in Maryborough, Queensland, Australia on October 21, 1921 to Charles and Ellen Kunst. As a young man, Norm worked for the Queensland Railway. In 1941, he joined the RAAF and came to Canada with the British Commonwealth Flight Training Plan where he trained as a pilot. By 1943, Norm was a flight instructor in Calgary, Alberta where he met the love of his life, Jeanette Elizabeth Brennan of Stettler, Alberta. They were married in Stettler on July 12,1943. Their first daughter, Marion Elaine, was born in Calgary before Norm was deployed to England where he flew sorties with a Mosquito Squadron. Following the war, Norm returned to Australia with Jeanette and Marion. While living there, he apprenticed as a carpenter. Evelyn Lucille, their second daughter, was born while they were there. After three years, the young family returned to Canada and settled in Stettler, Alberta. There he worked as a carpenter and formed his own business, Norm Kunst Construction. While in Stettler the family expanded with the births of Marsha Ellen and John Norman “Jack”. In 1965, Norm accepted an appointment with the Apprenticeship Branch of the Alberta Government where he remained until his retirement in 1986. After his retirement, Norm retained his interest in carpentry, planes, trains and automobiles. His vehicles sparkled! The main centre of Norm’s life was his wife and family. He loved any opportunity to have the family together.
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Obituaries SIVACOE Arthur Feb. 16, 1929 - April 23, 2013 Arthur William Sivacoe passed away peacefully at the age of 84 after a short battle with cancer. Art was predeceased by Rita, his loving wife of 60 years. He is survived by his son Richard (Birdeen) and daughter Rachel (Amos) Avitan; sisters Irene (Ernie) Kerbes and Millie (Ferdie) Nicklom; brother Clifford; grandsons Aaron (Laurel and great grand-daughter Savanna) Sivacoe and Brad Sivacoe; many nieces, nephews and cousins from western Canada and the U.S.A. Art was born in Stettler and grew up on his parent’s farm in the Fenn-Big Valley area. He began his working career on seismic, doodlebugging throughout the western provinces, responsible for seismic recordings for Western Geophysical. With his family growing up he switched careers to remain in a more permanent location. Through work and home study he became a Lead Operator at the HBOG Sylvan Lake Gas Plant His motto in training others was always, “you’ve got to do it right the first time.” After retirement his passion for big band swing music blossomed when he learned to play the banjo and joined the Red Deer Golden Music Makers where he went on to become their president, organizing their many “playouts” throughout the province. Art never did fully recover from Rita’s passing and we pray they will be re-united soon. A celebration of Art’s life will be held at the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Opportunity to pay last respects will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 with the service beginning at 10:00. In lieu of flowers, friends are encouraged to make a memorial tribute to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Red Deer Hospice. STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. 403-742-3422
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Norm is survived by his loving wife of almost 70 years, Jeanette; his four children, Marion Neumeyer, Evelyn McCourt (Dave), Marsha Fernandez (Ron Olchowy) and Jack Kunst (Eunice); nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Norm was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law in Australia, Merv and Coral Kunst; his son-in-law, Arthur Neumeyer and his grandson, Rodrigo Fernandez.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Norm’s memory may be made to the Parkinson Alberta Society, #102, 5636 Burbank Crescent SE, Calgary, AB, T2H 1Z6. For condolences, please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com
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is currently hiring an individual who is interested in training as a STEAM-LOCOMOTIVE LIGHT-UP AND SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a degree of mechanical aptitude and be interested in learning new skills. Please drop off a resume or pick up application at 4611-47 Ave., Stettler. Alternatively resumes can be mailed to P.O. Box 1600, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0. For additional information call Bob at 403-742-2811 ASSISTANT PARTS MANAGER. Busy GM dealership in High River, south of Calgary. Minimum 4 years experience a must. Excellent benefits, salary, bonus. Send resume: doug @highcountrychev.com. Fax 403-652-3880
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CLUB CAFE looking for mature experienced waiters/waitresses, full or part-time, kitchen helper/ dishwasher, cook. Salary depending on experience. Contact Marie Roberts 403-742-3950 to arrange interview.
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EXPERIENCED repair person req’d for local truck company. Work involves all aspects of heavy truck and trailer repair and dismanteling. Must be physically fit. HD Mechanic or equivelant experience We offer competitive wages, benefits weekends off. Fax resume to 1-855-784-2330 or call FILLED!
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FULL-TIME CERTIFIED HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC The County of Stettler is seeking a Full-Time Heavy Duty Mechanic, to work in a positive and friendly atmosphere. Applicants should be familiar with varieties of on and off-road equipment; including but not limited to half-tons, gravel trucks, trailers, road construction and various other vehicles. The requirements for this position are listed below: • self-motivated, positive attitude with the ability to comprehend, work and communicate effectively with others • open-mindedness to learning new tasks • supply own tools and toolbox • sitting, kneeling, lifting, walking, and laying for extended periods of time • work independently • the ability to withstand related deadlines and pressures • general computer skills, reading text, written communication, CVIP experience The salary for this full time position is commensurate with experience and is supplemented by a comprehensive beneďŹ t package. Apprentices will be considered. Please respond in conďŹ dence to Kerry George, Shop Foreman For the above noted position; please submit resume, including 3 professional (job related) references, along with current 5-year driver’s abstract. Candidates selected will provide a criminal record check prior to commencement of work. Resumes and supporting documents may be mailed or hand-delivered to: County of Stettler No. 6 6602-44 Avenue, PO Box 1270 STETTLER, Alberta T0C 2L0 or emailed to: kgeorge@stettlercounty.ca (word or PDF format) We thank all for their interest in the County of Stettler No. 6, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Reporting to the Superintendent/CEO, the Associate Superintendent, Business and Finance is responsible for the overall management of the Division’s business and financial affairs as well as Maintenance, Facilities, Transportation and Central Office support staff. As the ideal candidate, you will have an undergraduate degree in management, commerce or a related field and a professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CPA or CGA) as well as five to ten years of experience with at least three years at a senior management level, preferably in an educational environment. A CSBO designation is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. In addition, you will have a clear pattern of ongoing professional and personal development to support a senior executive role in education. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current criminal record check and child intervention check prior to employment commencing. Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume quoting competition number, along with three professional references, that have agreed to be contacted, to Clearview Public Schools (Clearview School Division No. 71), Attn: D. Larsen, 5031-50 Street, PO Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be forwarded to (403)742-1388. Applications may also be sent electronically to: dlarsen@clearview.ab.ca. Visit our website at http://www.clearview.ab.ca/ This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified; however applications received prior to May 10, 2013 are assured of careful consideration.
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TORNADO Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial Painters, Electrical Technicians; 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
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To apply, forward your resume to: FUTURE AG INC. Attn: Rob Box 1510 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Fax 403-742-5626 INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853 LEVEL 2 WATER and Waste Water Operator required for Elinor Lake Resort. Call 780-623-3993
Phoenix Oilfield Rentals Ltd. is a progressive well funded and growing company with an excellent reputation for reliable equipment as well as safe and professional work standards. Phoenix is currently seeking a field/shop apprentice mechanic for our Red Deer branch. Phoenix also has branches in Grande Prairie and Ft. Nelson serving Alberta and B.C. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required. The ability to multi task in a fast paced environment, proven ability to organize tasks and manage time, willingness to learn and strong interaction skills as well as First Aid and H2S tickets would be an asset. Knowledge of gensets and pumps would be an advantage. This fulltime permanent position would begin immediately, competitive wage depending on experience with benefit package after 3 months. e-mail resumes and copy of tickets to: humanresources@ phoenixrentals.ca or fax to:(780) 986-0763 PYRAMID CORPORATION IS NOW HIRING! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE
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We invite applications for the position of Associate Superintendent, Business and Finance. Clearview Public Schools (Clearview School Division No. 71), headquartered in Stettler, Alberta, is a dynamic school jurisdiction serving the diverse educational needs of approximately 2,500 rural and urban students in 22 distinctive and unique school communities (including Outreach Schools and 8 Hutterite Colonies). The Jurisdiction’s Board of Trustees takes pride in the success of their students, a very comprehensive range of successful educational programs, a qualified and committed staff and interactive parent communities. Annual expenditures are approximately $32 million.
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JOURNEYMAN WELDERS “Bâ€? PRESSURE WELDERS & LABORERS REQUIRED FOR RURAL LOCATION NE OF STETTLER, ALBERTA Tornado Combustion Technologies Inc. offers fulltime employment in a stable position supporting the fabrication of technical products sold worldwide. We invite you to join our team of highly skilled tradesmen, who work in a goal-oriented, team atmosphere. Salary, proďŹ t-sharing incentive and beneďŹ ts package.
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Class 1 Drivers for transporting Dangerous Goods Experience driving Super B, Tridem, and Body-Job units is an asset. We offer top industry wages, group benefits package, company RRSPs as well as scheduled days off.
Arnett & Burgess is now accepting applications for the following:
CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER
Clean abstract. Must have experience moving heavy equipment that is related to pipeline construction. Benefits available. Please fax resumes to 780-372-4238 Or email to: jobs@abpipeliners.com
Please send resumes: Fax: 403-742-4181 Email: jobs@crudeservices.ca Call: 403-742-4189
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HERBAL Magic Franchise FOR SALE in Stettler Canada’s Largest Weight loss Company. Excellent business opportunity to work under the Herbal Magic Franchise framework. Processes, policies and procedures are already in place to ensure your success. A detailed list of all assets included in the sale will be provided to prospective buyers. (Does not include building) Please contact Shantel for inquires: shantelbaker@telus.net MATCO TOOLS is looking for franchisees in your area. Professional products with a complete business system available to support you in becoming your own boss. Home based business; training & support programs. More information call 778-387-4666; www.gomatco.com
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SANDBLASTER REQ’D PLAY AND WORK No exp. necessary, will in prime recreation area. train. Health plan. Sobeys Sylvan Lake is Call 403-742-7833 hiring Assistant Department Managers in Bakery, Meat, Produce and Grocery. FOR fast results: Classified Apply today at Want Ads. Phone 1-877www.sobeyscareers.ca 223-3311.
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Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.
The Summer Village of Rochon Sands requires Full Time and Part Time staff in our public works department and in the Provincial Park.
Community Support Worker
403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca Attention Students SUMMER WORK flexible schedule, $16 baseappointment, customer sales/service, no experience necessary, conditions apply, Will Train, Call 403-755-6711 www.summeropenings.ca
We have openings in: • Out-Side Maintenance • Reservations Office • Children’s Programming • Park Operator
HIRING ON SITE MANAGER in Bruderheim for all inclusive apartments. Call DMG Asset Management and Realty Ltd. 780-992-2005.
(Narrows Recreation Area)
JOHN’S VENDING LTD. of Donalda is looking for a
ROUTE PERSON
Must have a valid drivers license and be able to do some heavy lifting. 100 LBS. plus. The day starts in Donalda & ends in Donalda. No experience necessary. Phone 403-883-2223 ask for Danny or fax resume to 403-883-2246 or email jvldonalda@gmail.com
Excellent working conditions – flexible hours – competitive salaries. Must have a valid driver’s license, be able to work unsupervised and enjoy working with the public. Please send resume to: info@rochonsands.net
The Summer Village of Rochon Sands #1 Hall Street Rochon Sands, AB T0C 3B0
403-742-4717
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.
Key steps to gain approval for mortgage Real estate professionals say the market is rebounding, and many would-be home buyers are eagerly awaiting their opportunities to purchase their own homes. Fresh data indicates that the inventory of properties is quickly drying up and soon the market is poised to point in the sellers’ favor. No matter how many affordable homes are available, if a buyer cannot get approved for a mortgage, then his or her chances of owning a home are slim. In the wake of a tumultuous economy, many lenders tightened restrictions on mortgage lending. And even though the economy has rebounded, many lenders have continued to follow strict guidelines before lending money. In order to secure a mortgage with a good interest rate, buyers must take control of their financial situations and fix problems that could lead to loan rejection. Many things can impact a mortgage application. Here are the ways to overcome liabilities and improve your standing with prospective lenders. • Know your credit rating. Your credit rating is a score that lenders rely on when deciding whether or not to approve your mortgage application. The higher the credit rating, the more attractive you look to prospective lenders. But the lower your
score is, the more difficulty you will have getting a loan. Should you get a loan with a low score, you may have to pay a higher interest rate than someone with better credit. Prior to making any big financial decisions, such as applying for a mortgage, it is vital to find out your credit score. You can request a free copy of your credit report, which includes your credit score, once a year from the three major credit reporting agencies in the United States and Canada: TransUnion, Experian and Equifax. You also can pay for your credit report. • Address any issues on your report. Once you know your score, you can take steps to address any issues on the report. Pay down revolving consumer debts, such as credit card balances and auto loans. Report any errors on your credit report so they can be adjusted. Pay bills on time and address any notices of collections before they make it onto your permanent record. If you will be applying for a loan soon, avoid opening any other credit accounts for the time being. • Maintain steady employment. Having a job is often vital to getting a mortgage. Lenders tend to look for long-term financial stability, which is best illustrated by maintaining steady employment. Jumping from job to job may be a red flag to
Candor Realty Ltd. 4908 - 51 Street
ANDY BIRCH
NETWORK REALTY CORP.
Bus.: 403-742-3069 1-888-742-6685 5002 - 50th Ave., Stettler
www.royallepage.ca/andybirch
SOLD
3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW in Grandview with double attached garage. Beautiful landscaped yard and 2 solariums for summer entertaining. $265,000.
Family Friendly Neighbourhood! Recently upgraded 3 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow located in a quiet neighbourhood, near a playground for your children! So much to appreciate with this home! #CA0012549. $262,000.
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Over 26 Years of Experience
Diamond Award Recipient
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5 BEDROOM BUNGALOW with many recent upgrades. Large fenced yard and detached garage. Close to schools. $199,900.
* Residential * Commercial * Farms * Acreages * Lake Properties
Independently Owned and Operated
Associate
Karen Cannady
NEW
STUNNING ACREAGE less than 5 minutes from Stettler. Approx. 1700 sq. ft. of living space in this 6 bdrm. home that has everything you could ever want. $470,000.
Specializing In
ROYAL LEPAGE
Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Snowden
lenders, so it’s better to make a switch after you have been approved for a loan. • Save, save, save. Having more money in the bank lowers your loan-to-value ratio, or LTV. This will make you appear less risky to lenders. Individuals who have saved for a considerable down payment on a home are also seen in a better light. • Make sure you have a credit history. Some people are too cautious with their credit and think closing accounts or avoiding credit entirely will make them more attractive to lenders. But this can backfire. Lenders will want to see a strong credit history that indicates your ability to pay your debts on time. • Get a cosigner. If you are uncertain about your ability to secure a loan on your own, then consider a cosigner to make you more attractive to prospective lenders. The cosigner helps guarantee the lender that your mortgage payments will be made. People looking to buy a home in the near future must make themselves attractive to mortgage lenders, many of whom are still reluctant to approve loans for candidates without strong financial backgrounds.
Absolutely Indescribable. Immaculate 2 storey split. Executive home boasts dream kitchen, relaxing atrium, hot tub room, FP, 2 garages, 4 bdrms, 4 bath. All on a private ¼ section. Surface lease re. 90 acres cult. Pasture. 3 miles from Stettler. Your future home awaits you! #CA0012453.
Building & Land For Sale Bring your cooking skills and start your own business! Located in a high traffic area, 70 seat capacity. #CA0006161.
Calling All Investors - 8,800 sq. ft. of building space with 6100 sq. ft. presently leased. Great office space, storage yard with chain link fencing. Invest today for your future. #CA0007120.
Building & Lot Only. Attention Investors ~ Great investment opportunity showing good returns. Prime location almost 31,000 sq. ft. incl. parking lot. #CA0006728.
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RAISED BUNGALOW with 2 bedrooms on main and a 2 bedroom basement suite. Dbl. attached garage and close to schools. $284,000.
Locally owned & operated
4 BEDROOM FAMILY BUNGALOW. Fenced yard and double detached garage. Ideal starter home for a young family. $189,900.
ACREAGE! This well maintained 4 bedroom mobile sits on 4.92 acres. Barn, large workshop and only 5 miles from Stettler. $260,000.
Brand New 3 bdrm, 2 bath home situated on its own lot. Featuring vaulted ceiling, new appliances, spacious master bdrm. Very Affordable! A Must See! #CA0012421. $179,000.
Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings
4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER
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Doug Roberts Broker/Owner
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
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Jill Fisher Associate/Owner
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160 acres with home, outbuildings, and corrals. 20 minutes from Stettler. $420,000. Call Garry.
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Mobile w/ addition on a 63 x 110 lot. Priced to sell at $119,000. Call Atie.
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4 bdrm home, on mature street. Close to downtown. $339,000. Call Edna.
Brian Lynn Associate Broker
Norma Leslie Associate Broker
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.
Space and elegance. 1736 sq ft home. Unique floor plan, with extra garage in back. $575,000. Call Jill.
3 bdrm 2 bath Mobile Home on its own lot in the quiet community of Botha. $265,000. Call Edna.
Apryl Cassidy Manager/Owner
Remodeled 3 Bdrm one level home on large lot with single garage. $252,900. Call Doug.
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4 level split 2400 sq. ft. finished. In Grandview. $284,000. Call Edna.
CA0010788 CA0002485
CA0006865 CA0003042
3 bdrm townhouse. Nice interior with modern feature and appliances. $205,000. Call Jill.
NEW
CA0012577 CA0005181
Kyle Ramstad Associate
Ross Scheerschmidt Associate
CALL 403-742-3344 CALL 403-742-3344(24 (24hrs.) hrs.)
CA0010285 CA327291
Beautiful 3 bdrm 2 storey home with wrap around deck at Braseth Beach. $419,000. Call Garry.
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Wade Stormoen Associate
CA0001500 ice CA0009658 NReewduPcred
9.12 acres with a home 15 min all pavement south of Stettler. $419,000. Call Wade.
CA0012450 CA319970
CA327345 CA0010729
Newer Bungalow with 3 bdrms located at Pelican Point. Many extras a must see. $469,000. Call Kyle.
Lake front home at Buffalo View Estates. 2560 finished sq. ft. Call Brian for a personal viewing today.
Hillside bungalow located in Rochon Sands Est. 3000 sq. ft. private and treed. $599,000. Call Brian.
Well cared for with separate suite in basement. Dble garage. $229,000. Call Doug.
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CA0011238 CA0003465
Paved driveway leading to this beautiful home at Pelican Point. Triple car garage, mature trees. $464,000. Call Kyle.
12 acres at the lake. Breathtaking view, private with beautiful home. $649,000. Call Kyle.
Built in 2007, 1200 sq. ft. home ,fenced with oversized dble garage. Priced to sell @ $195,000. Call Wade.
1700 sq. ft. 2 storey family home. Large kitchen formal dining or living room. $335,000. Call Doug for details.
Lakefront property at beautiful Scenic Sands. 2 storey home, with plenty of extra room for all the guests. $525,000. Call Brian or Ross.
CA0012877
CA0007821
2008 SRI 20’ x 76’ mobile home located in the quiet community of Botha. Perfect starter home. $179,000. Call Atie.
Well kept and modern 5 bdrms, 3 baths. In Parkdale. $279,000. Call Edna.
CA327291
3 bdr, 4 level split plenty of room for the family. $249,000. Call Jill.
NEW
CA0012394
23.7 acres 1 mile from Stettler. With 2 homes, and oversized garage. $395,000. Call Doug.
CA0011512
5 Bdrm 2 bath home with recent upgrades. $189,000. Call Doug.
NEW
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca
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REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY - Labourer for water well drilling firm, located S.E. of St. Paul, Alberta. Variable shifts. Must have Class 3 drivers licence, drivers abstract required. Fax resume to 780-645-2880 or 780-645-1114
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SOBEYS GROCERY STORE NOW HIRING MEAT WRAPPERS. Full-time & part-time hours available. Please fax resume to: 780-875-2103. Mail or drop off at: 4227 - 45 Ave., Lloydminster, AB, T9V 2E9
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Stettler Seed Cleaning Plant is looking for a self-motivated energetic individual for their plant. Mechanical aptitude required. Some farm knowledge a must. Computer skills an asset. Must have good ‘People Skills’ as dealing with a diverse group. This is a great opportunity for long term employment in a great community. Salary negotiable. Benefits after 90 days. Email resume to bobanderson67@hotmail.com or apply in person
Erskine Grill
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MEAT MANAGER, Jasper Super A. Jasper Super A is looking for an experienced Retail Meat Manager. As Meat Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of the managing the department, including cutting meat. You must have working knowledge of gross margins, expense controls and human resources management. The successful candidate must have Grade 12 (or equivalent) and be able to provide a “clear� security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities please forward your resume to our Head Office, The Grocery People Ltd. (TGP) in confidence to: Human Resources, The Grocery People Ltd., 14505 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB, T5L 3C4. Fax 780-447-5781. Email: humanresources@tgp.ca
Trail Appliances has always offered excellence in sales, delivery, customer service, and after-sales support. The Company is currently looking to fill the following positions at our Red Deer locations.â€
Contract Sales Administrator
requires
Part time Customer Service Rep
Full Time Counter Service Attendant
$11.50/hour Varied Shifts Grill is open 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 7 days a week. Interested candidates please call Zina at 403-742-5151 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB
Appliance Delivery Driver Trail offers excellent training and a competitive compensation and benefit package. Start your career with a well known and respected company, become a member of the successful Trail team by applying in person to: Chris Sturdy in person at 2823 Bremner Avenue Delivery Driver applicants apply to Colin Parsons at #6 4622 61 St. Riverside Industrial District. Security checks will be conducted on successful candidates.
Starting wages: $28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers $24.75/hr - Tilesetters 40-50 hours per week
Training for life First Aid Training teaches how to respond confidently when injuries occur.
Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certiďŹ cation. Please send qualiďŹ ed resumes only to jensenjobs@email.com or fax to 403-876-2554
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INSIDE SALES INSIDE SALES POSITION PART-TIME POSITION 24 toJOB 32 hours a week DUTIES: ➤ Customer Service ➤Service Inventory Control ³ Customer ➤ Cycle³ Stocking Counting Shelves ➤ Purchasing ➤ Merchandising ➤ Good Communication Skills ³ Housekeeping ➤ Outgoing Personality & Self Starter ³ Good Communication Skills ➤ Knowledge of Building Materials would be an asset ³ Outgoing Personality & Self Starter ³ Group ts Group BenefiBenefi ts Available PLEASE DROP OFF RESUME TO LES SCHWARTZ PLEASE CONTACT LESSTETTLER AT 403-742-3385 5002 - 51 AVENUE, PHONEOFF - 403-742-3385 FAX - 403-742-2246 DROP RESUME TO LES SCHWARTZ
available in Embroidery Department.
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Experience an asset but not mandatory. As a Merit Contractors Association Member, we offer a full beneÀt package and RRSP Contribution Plan including Employer RRSP Contributions. Drop off resumes in person to 4706 - 44 Avenue, Stettler.
Jacquie Mvula,
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Chapman and Co.
• Carpet • Upholstry Cleaning Cleaning • Window Washing 403-742-6970
Professional Accountants LLP
403-742-6970 403-740-9782
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P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
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Serving Stettler area over 35 years
4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
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4912 - 51 Street Stettler, AB Open Mon. - Sat.
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403-742-5237
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Randy Long
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LAWN & GARDEN CARE
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5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
403-742-2520
Phone 403-742-2529
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Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON
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EquipmentHeavy
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FOR SALE: Full line of logging equipment ready for work. Timberjack feller buncher, Timberjack buncher, John Deere excavator, John Deere delimbers, Timberjack skidders, Timberjack skidder, 530b wheel skidders, Caterpillar Cat 16 ft. blade and attachments. Kamatsu PC 300 log loader, 4 log trailers with Jeeps. Call Bill or Glen 780-482-5273
Firewood
LOGS
Auctions
1530
Garden Supplies
1680
COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca
COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 6th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 10 - 11, Grey Eagle Casino. Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve. All makes & models welcome. Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGautions.com
SPRUCE TREE SALE! Starting at $69. - 6 ft. Larger sizes available, 50 tree minimum order. Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call 1-778-436-8776 or email: mk1786@telus.net
ESTATE AUCTION For Edna Jensen Sun. May 5--10 a.m. Location: 5051- 56 St. Innisfail AB
WHITE SPRUCE TREES for sale. 4 - 6 foot $35 each. 6 - 8 foot $45 each. Delivered and planted. Delivery extra. 403-305-8201.
Household items, Antique & Collectibles, Hand & Power tools, Wood working tools, Generator, Yard & garden items, Nilus Leclers weaving machine, Treadle machines, Doll Collection, Walking Dolls, Old time Western records, Stamp collection, Lots of misc. household items. Dress for the weather as we are outside in the yard.. For full listing and pictures.. Check the web
PILGRIM AUCTION SERVICE 403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca MEIER - 2 DAY CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK AUCTION. Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 11 a.m. Both days. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. 150 Classics. Consign today, call 780-440-1860 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.
Building Supplies
Stereos TV's, VCRs
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36” Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254 STEEL BUILDING - Blowout Clearance Sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6, 860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca
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SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT
Office Supplies
1800
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11 10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
$48/case
Shop Stettler & Save!
1550
BUILDING FOR SALE. Two unclaimed steel buildings. Must be sold. One is 40x80. Great savings! Hurry, these won’t last. Go direct. Rocket Steel Canada. 1-877-218-2661.
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THIS WEEK’S EYE SPY WINNER IS Nicole Verhoeven Please come into the Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
Misc. for Sale
403-742-2395
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment
2010
AFFORDABLE HAY SHEDS protect your hay from the weather with a strong hay shed. Best service & prices with Alberta-based Integrity Post Structures. Start building sooner than you think? Free quote now at 1-866-974-7678; www. IntegrityPostStructures.com
STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, MF 5465 tractor, fwd, 100 60x150, 80x100, hp, 650 hrs. like new sell for balance owed! 403-347-5431 Call 1-800-457-2206; www. crownsteelbuildings.ca
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Misc. Help
BOOK YOUR FARM building now protect your equipment with an affordable building. New concrete post only available from Integrity Post Structures. Get started now with a free quote to build now! www.IntegrityPost Structures.com 1-866-974-7678
2100
Livestock
1660 RED ANGUS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Business Services #1000 - #1430
2010
Farm Equipment
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Grain, Feed Hay
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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252
Seed Grain
2200
CERTIFIED MORGAN OAT SEED 99% germ. Call Echo Ridge Seeds 403-883-2503
Heifer Bulls Cow Bulls
Performance & EPD data available A.I. Sires
PIRO RED ANGUS P & R Zoller (403) 742-0336 BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN, ERSKINE, AB. 40, two year old virgin bulls for sale at the farm. Fully guaranteed. Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825, Terry 403-740-5037 Ricky 403-740-5711. email bardale@xplornet.com LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211 MEL’S MAINES & JANELL SHORTHORNS - Purebred red, red/white, and black maine and shorthorn yrlg bulls available. - Mel Barkley 403-740-4958 PROSPECT HILL SHORTHORN BULLS 2 yr. olds & Yearlings Also heifers for sale. prospecthillshorthorns.ca 780-877-2444 PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363. RED SIMMENTAL POLLED YEARLING BULLS from AI Sires. Ron Vanlanduyt, Botha, 403-742-4201. SIMMENTAL BULLS FOR SALE. Virgin 2 year olds. April/May born bulls, not left overs from last year. Semen tested and fully guaranteed. Quiet dispositions. Call Chris (403)883-2397 or cell(403)740-6267. Rod (403)883-2482 Email norman5@live.ca Located 4.5 miles east of Donalda
For Rent #3000 - #3200
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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
Pasture/Land Wanted
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SUPERVISED PASTURE WANTED for 100-300 Yearlings. 780-608-0159 WANTED PASTURE for cow/calf pairs, 403-742-4703, 403-740-4799
Grain, Feed Hay
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ROUND hay bales. Cheap Free delivery. Self unloading. No Sunday calls Please. 403-843-6380
Public Notices
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STETTLER 5 bdrm. 2 bath house w/large family room, garage, fenced yard, ref’s & SD req’d. 403-742-4162
Suites
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L A R G E One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005 One bedroom very clean basement suite in a quiet house, downtown Stettler. $750/mo., $700 with lease, includes all utilities and shared laundry. No animals and no smoking. Available immediately. 403-883-2436.
WANTED
14’ or 16’ wide mobile home to move into park. 1-780-465-7107
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Community Support Services ADULTS/CHILDREN ANONYMOUS
PUBLIC NOTICE On or before May 1, 2013 the Development Officer for the Village of Alix approved the following application: Jody Widman to make tenant improvements for a restaurant at: Lot 11, Block 5, Plan 122-3447 Unit 4 - 5008 - 50 Avenue, Alix Dated at Alix, Alberta this 1st day of May 2013. Development Officer, Village of Alix Appeals may be submitted to the Village Office, 4849 - 50 Street, Alix T0C 0B0 by May 15, 2013
LANDS FOR SALE BY TENDER MARLENE CONIBEAR hereby offers for sale by tender the following property subject to the reservations, exceptions and encumbrances contained in the existing certificate of title but clear of financial liens and encumbrances:
Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. For more info Kira & Ian FCSS, 403-742-2339
THE NORTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY FIVE (25) TOWNSHIP FORTY ONE (41) RANGE TWENTY (20) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 1.00 HECTARES (2.48 ACRES) MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD, AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 2118MC.
403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271
AL-ANON 403-742-0990
ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-2337
BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION 403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE (formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance) Brenda 403-742-3067
COCAINE ANONYMOUS Pager toll-free (20 sec. response time) 1-403-357-6266
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME The sale of the Land is subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned: 1. Surface lease to be assigned to the buyer but rental shall not be adjusted for the current rental period. 2. 2013 hay crop shall belong to the buyer. 3. Possession shall be granted on June 20, 2013. 4. Buyer to be responsible for all costs associated with registration. Tender price shall be excluding G.S.T. 5. Tenders will be received by the lawyer noted below up to but not after 12:00 o’clock noon on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Tenders should be forwarded to Landman Reule Law Office at 4819 - 51 Street, Box 1630, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 in a sealed envelope marked “Conibear Tenders”. A certified cheque or bank draft equal to 10% of the purchase price must accompany the tender. 6. The balance of the purchase price to be paid by solicitor’s trust cheque or certified funds on or before June 20, 2013. 7. Property taxes to be adjusted as of possession date. 8. Vendor makes no warranties or representations about the property’s size/measurement, condition or environmental status. 9. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4059
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HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT
STETTLER MINI STORAGE
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Storage Space
Household, furniture, business records, etc. Various sizes. Protected by security alarm and fenced and lighted perimeter. Owner: Reg and Darlene Hunter 403-740-9283 or 403-742-3153
MINI STORAGE
10X12’ With 5x7 doors. For quads, snowmobiles, furniture, etc. Phone: (403)742-9729 DYMY Oilfield Services
STETTLER & AREA ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY (STABIS) For more information phone 403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICT FOOD BANK SOCIETY Kathy Willis - 403-742-4567 Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745 4820 - 51 Street
STETTLER CITIZENS ON PATROL
403-742-5858
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM
4020
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS
403-742-2337
Farms/ Land
4070
LAND PARCEL Sale by Tender SW 17-28-29W1 RM of Shell River, MB. 80 acres hay/pasture/bush for farm/recreation acreage. Highest or any Tender not necessarily accepted. Closes 05/17/2013. 204-937-7054 (Roy)
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By Owner ~IMPRESSIVE Modified Bi-level on Close in Sylvan Lake. This BEAUTIFUL home is 1342 sq. ft. on upper floor. It has 4 bdrms. and 3 Full bath. RV Pad, many upgrades and much more. $530,000.00 Email: mka8clr8@gmail.com or call 403-887-1715.
6602 - 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box 1270, 6602 Stettler, AB AB T0C Stettler, T0C2L0 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277
403-742-6568
RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org
Houses For Sale
County of Stettler No. County No. 6 6
403-742-2337
STETTLER READ & WRITE OFFICE 403-742-2999
T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Grace – 403-742-0681 Vivian – 403-742-3935
VICTIM SERVICE 403-741-7841 CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND? CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTRE Residents of Stettler and the surrounding area now have access to this free and confidential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government services, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.
2% LIQUID STRYCHNINE CONCENTRATE AVAILABLE 2% Liquid Strychnine Concentrate for the control of severe damage (30% crop loss) from Richardson Ground Squirrels is now available to the County of Stettler ratepayers from your Agricultural Service Board. Full Case (24 bottles) Half Case (12 bottles) Quarter Case (6 bottles)
For any questions or concerns please call Quinton Beaumont at the Stettler County Office at 403-742-4441. DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVED Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications for a discretionary use in accordance with the County of Stettler No. 6 Land Use Bylaw No. 1443-10 was approved by the Development Authority: 1.
Buffalo Lake South Shore Intermunicipal Development Plan
• Meat Cutter • Baker • Produce Clerk • Deli Clerks • Front Lead Supervisor Please Apply Within
Notice is hereby given in accordance with Sections 606 and 692 of the Municipal Government Act that the bylaws to adopt the proposed Buffalo Lake South Shore Intermunicipal Development Plan have been given first reading by the Councils of the County of Stettler No. 6 (Bylaw No. 1496-12), the Summer Village of Rochon Sands (Bylaw No. 214-12) and the Summer Village of White Sands (Bylaw No. 139-12). A joint public hearing by the three Councils has been scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the Erskine School gymnasium, at 2 Prospect Avenue, Erskine, AB. Plan Area landowners and the general public are invited to attend the joint public hearing to address their comments verbally to the three municipal Councils, or to observe the proceedings.
Part Time Meat/Grocery Clerk STETTLER IS NOW HIRING Full and Part Time Positions
Full Time Produce Manager • Meat Cutter • Baker • Produce Clerk • Deli Clerks • Front Lead Supervisor Please Apply Within
Farm Custom Work
2080
Bale Hauling & Swathing Marketing of Hay and Straw Will load own truck
David Unruh Cell 403-323-6787 Home 403-742-4673
The proposed Buffalo Lake South Shore Intermunicipal Development Plan is a requirement of the Buffalo Lake Inter-municipal Development Plan that was adopted by five municipalities in 2010. It addresses aspects such as the natural environment, future development (land uses, development density, lot sizes), servicing (roads, water supply and sewage disposal), and public access to the lake. The draft plan is available for review on the County’s website at www. stettlercounty.ca. If you do not have internet access, please contact Jacinta Donovan (at 403-742-4441 or jdonovan@stettlercounty.ca) at the County of Stettler No. 6 Planning and Development Department to arrange for a printed copy (the document is too large to be sent by email). If you wish to make a verbal presentation at the joint public hearing, it would be appreciated if you would contact Jacinta to be added to the speaker list, and forward a copy of your presentation to her prior to the joint public hearing, so that we can prepare to answer any questions that you may have or address new ideas that you may present. If you have questions regarding the draft plan and the planning process, please do not hesitate to contact Johan van der Bank at the County of Stettler No. 6 (at 403-742-4441 or jvanderbank@stettlercounty.ca), who in this particular project represents all three municipalities represented on the Planning Committee.
No: Legal Description: Rural Address: Applicant/Owner: Proposed Development:
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Please note: As of April 30, 2% LSC will be sold on Tuesdays mornings ONLY (8:30 - 12:30).
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SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963
Horse/Stock Trailers
4090
Manufactured Homes
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DP 13008 Lot 1, Plan 9921838 (Part of NE 34-37-21 W4) 37558 Rge Rd 21-2 Rodney & Klara Van Straten Second Detached Dwelling on a 6.87 acre parcel DP 13009 Lot 1, Plan 0120488 (Part of NE 36-37-18 W4) 18034 Twp Rd 38-0 Shaun Derr Darlene Derr Manufactured Home in the Country Residential-Agricultural (CRA) District DP 13012 Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 0728800 (Part of SE 18-41-19 W4) 19530 Twp Rd 41-2 Darcy Dux Ancillary Building 40’ x 48’ (1920 ft2) DP 13018 Lot 15, Block 1, Plan 0521511 (Buffalo Lake Meadows) 318, 40345 Rge Rd 21-1 Tracy & Jody Graff Detached Dwelling (1017 ft2) & Ancillary Building (624 ft2) with a variance to provide for the placement of the Ancillary Building in the front yard of the parcel
For further information please contact the Planning & Development Department at the County of Stettler No. 6, (403) 742-4441. Any person claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal by giving notice in writing to the Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, County of Stettler No. 6, P.O. Box 1270, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 not later than May 15, 2013. The notice must contain the reason for the appeal. Jacinta Donovan, Development Officer
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
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Cottages/Resort Property
ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton. Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15% May 17-31, 2013. Suitable for cabin/house, RV or investment. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com
RAYMOND SHORES GULL LAKE, 2012 Park model home, on professionally landscaped lot. Fully furnished. Too many extras to list. 403-350-5524 for details.
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Mortgages Bought/Sold
Motorhomes
4190
BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage
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Financial #4400 - #4430
Estate of
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
SVEND ERIK MIKKELSEN NIELSEN
2013 WINNEBAGO Tour 42QD, Immaculate, Used one season, 11,000 kms, Fully equipped,
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who died on MARCH 26, 2013 If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by June 15, 2013 and provide details of your claim with ANDERSON LAW OFFICE at Bay 5, 5002 51 Ave. BOX 190 Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0
DONT MISS THIS DEAL $299,900. Call 403-318-4248.
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660
Auto Wreckers
5190
SCRAP FARM MACHINERY & VEHICLES. Yard clean-up of metals. We pay cash for large amounts. Call 780-918-9000
If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
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Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300
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On or before May 1, 2013 the Development Officer for the Village of Alix approved the following application: Allan Fleischacker to construct a shed at: Lot 18 & 19, Block D, Plan 2441A1 4839 Lake Street, Alix
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Dated at Alix, Alberta this 1st day of May 2013. Development Officer, Village of Alix Appeals may be submitted to the Village Office, 4849 - 50 Street, Alix T0C 0B0 by May 15, 2013
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On or before April 24, 2013 the Municipal Planning Commission for the Village of Alix approved the following application: Steve & Tina Vince to replace an existing manufactured home with a new manufactured home at: Lot 32, Block 24, Plan 5257TR 4516 - 47 Street, Alix
CALL CALL 309-3300 CLASSIFIEDS
Dated at Alix, Alberta this 24th day of April 2013. Development Officer, Village of Alix
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2008 DODGE Ram 3500 m e g a c a b d u a l l y S LT 137,000 kms, 6 spd. auto, immaculate, orig. owner, have all service records $29,000 403-740-5354
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2704-2013 Lot 10 & 11, Block 7, Plan 7722740 3814 & 3816 - 47 Avenue 1705266 AB Ltd. Industrial Shop 2705-2013 Lot 2, Plan 8220910 6502 - 44 Avenue Stettler Town & Country Museum Pole Shed/Shop
You may appeal this decision by serving written notice of appeal to the Secretary of the Stettler Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, P.O. Box 280, Stettler, Alberta prior to 4:30 p.m. May 15, 2013. For further information, please phone 403-742-8305. Leann Graham Planning & Development Services
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL ZONE
From voice to drama, students step up for festival The Stettler Elementary School’s Show Choir celebrated another great year of music making on Monday with their “Awards and Ice Cream Sundae Party.” Eighteen students received an engraved trophy for their dedicated participation in Show Choir for all of grades 4 and 5. All students received a certificate. The year ended with 56 enthusiastic choir members. Thanks to all the parents who contributed ingredients for ice cream and the staff for pitching in musically. Mrs. Ecklund’s Grade 3 class is studying animal life cycles in science. For their first animal project, they’re watching the live streaming video of the Edmonton Journal goose cam. Edmonton Journal photographer Bruce Edwards has run the goose cam for the past six years and on April 1, the Canada goose, nicknamed Patience, and her mate returned to a bale stack outside of Edmonton. They have laid five eggs in their nest and the goslings will hatch in about a month. The students in 3GE will be making daily observation notes and drawings as they learn about the life cycle of the Canada goose. The Choral Speech section of the festival took place April 18. Stettler Elementary has a Choral Speech Club for grades 4 and 5. That begins in January and the students spend two recesses a week practising. The club is under the di-
Elementary News By Katy Syson
rection of Mrs. Donna BoydStadelmann and Mrs. Sonya Geddes. The club was thrilled to have Mr. Devon McMann help this year. The Grade 4s prepared “Horton Hatches the Egg” by Dr. Suess as a Choric Drama. This is a poem that has props, costumes and characters. The Grade 5s chose a group scene, a duologue or a solo piece to present. The adjudicator praised all the groups for being well- prepared and presenting entertaining scenes. On April 23 and 24, the Choral Speech Club presented its scenes at a Dinner Theatre, where the rest of the school came out to watch. Two groups received special recognition from the Stettler and District Music Festival Association. Kyla Hansel, Daylan Kuefler and Ryan Shirley performed “50 Below Zero,” by Robert Munsch at the grand concert on Tuesday evening. The 2AH (Annette Hunter’s class) and 2DB (Donna BoydStadelmann’s class) were also in the festival and received a provincial recommendation. Those two classes will be travelling to Edmonton at the end of May to represent the Stettler and District Music Festival at the Alberta Provincial Speech Festival. They will
present “Mrs. Stein” by Bill Dodds and “Windy Nights” by Robert Louis Stevenson. Congratulations to all the students involved in Choral Speech at Stettler Elementary School. The kindergarten kids had a wonderful day building birdhouses alongside their moms and dads, grandpas, and a couple uncles, too. The birdhouse-building was done in the high school shop under the instruction of Mr. Gord Goodrich. It took place on Tuesday and Thursday night. The children and their family members enjoyed cookies and juice for snack. It was a lot of fun for everyone who attended. Mrs. Sylvester’s class enjoyed visiting the residents at Heritage House and Pine Ridge a few weeks ago. The students were able to entertain the residents with their music festival piece “Princess Pat.” The students then read a story to each resident. Lastly, the students were able to ask the seniors some questions about when they were children. The answers were a wonderful start to the students’ new social unit, “Changes in My World.” Thanks for having us! Last Wednesday was administrative assistance day. In honour of that, the staff at SES would like to say a huge thank-you to Mrs. Leila Ternes and Ms. Patti Sawula for all their hard work throughout the year. These ladies make our office a warm and inviting place, as well as keep our building running smooth and efficiently.
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Seth Baird, along with his father Nick Baird and grandfather Dennis Baird, build birdhouses as part of one of Seth’s school projects at Stettler Elementary.
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