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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE — Alliance Church youth group members join other churches and community volunteers last Saturday in cleaning ditches alongside Highway 12 east of Stettler. It was part of the annual province-wide spring cleanup. The remnants of a long winter filled many garbage bags.
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Hill plans to clear out of his Clearview school desk L ES S TULBERG Independent reporter After serving for three years as the Clearview School Division secretary- treasurer, Lewis Hill is leaving in July to work in his home province of British Columbia. Hill has accepted the position of secretarytreasurer with School District No. 22 at Vernon, effective Aug. 1. “It’s always been a desire to move back to B.C.,” Hill said Monday. “Most of the family is on the west coast. “When the opportunity presented itself to move to the Okanagan, we decided to take a look at it. “My wife and I always thought the Okanagan would be a nice place to retire. We just landed there a little sooner.” Hill and his wife, Cindy, have three grown daughters, all of whom live in Alberta — in Red Deer, Lacombe and Edmonton. He came to Stettler after a five-year stint as chief financial officer with the Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills. “I appreciated Lewis being with us,” said Clearview chairman Ken Checkel. “Secretary-treasurer positions are hard to fill. We were happy to find Lewis. “I appreciated his work and his sense of humour. I wish him well.” The Vernon school division serves 20 schools with a student population of 8,000 students, about three and a half times that of Clearview, Hill said. He said he expects his new school district will deal with similar challenges as those facing
LEWIS HILL Clearview, regarding the declining enrolment. Hill said that 15 years ago, Vernon had 11,000 students and has seen a steady decline since. “There are a lot of similarities, only on a larger scale,” he said. Hill ranked a highlight of his time in the Clearview central office was the opportunities he and superintendent John Bailey had to visit schools. “Sometimes we lose focus why we are here,” he said. “Interacting with the kids has been a highlight. It’s been great. It helped me get my mind focused. “Hutterite colonies were a new education for me. I never experienced being a part of that group before.” The Clearview division has a “phenomenal staff,” Hill said. “I haven’t worked with a better group of people. “The principals, staff and everybody are very concerned about the students. They are a great staff.”
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During a meeting last week with the Clearview School Division, parents and residents crowd a room at Stettler Elementary School to discuss planned teacher cuts. The final community meeting is set for Monday in Stettler.
Stettler parents question proposed cuts to schools RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Parents of Stettler students packed a classroom last week to question Clearview School Division proposals to cut teachers. “Stettler schools haven’t cut teachers in many years,” even as enrolment declined, countered superintendent John Bailey. Bailey was among those who addressed the latest “community consultation” session, which attracted about 100 people to the Stettler Elementary School music/drama room last Wednesday. As the board continues to draft a budget for 2013-14, the latest document proposes that Clearview cut 7.5 teaching positions, with 6.650 of those from the Stettler campus alone. That would see William E. Hay Composite High School lose 3.7 teachers, Stettler Elementary School trim two and Stettler Middle School shave .950 positions as a way to decrease the $1-million deficit and cope with reduced funding from the provincial government and declining enrolment in the division. Other cuts of under 1.0 teachers are proposed for Botha, Byemoor and Donalda.
“Everyone is sharing in the cuts,” said Bailey, who noted that the central office has trimmed operations to essential staff and servcies. Some parents believe Stettler would suffer the most. “This will decimate our schools,” said parent Cheryl Van Dusen, who drew applause from the crowd. “I do not want to see too many cuts.” At least one trustee, however, contended that the quality of education wouldn’t change with fewer teachers. “Are students getting good and broad education here?” asked trustee Karen Holloway of Castor. “I think they do and I don’t think it will be less next year. It’s not that we’re against Stettler. We are concerned about Stettler as much as the whole division.” Trustees representing rural schools in Stettler echoed they support and value schools at the Stettler campus. “We have to work together to stand together as communities and schools,” said Ken Checkel, who chairs the board and represents the Coronation area. While the issue has created some rift between Stettler and rural schools, a retired Stettler teacher also earned applause as she urged everyone to work together.
“We don’t want to pit one community against another,” Barbara Goodwin said. “We are all one staff and one community. The bottom line is students.” With class sizes projected to increase slightly, one high school student wasn’t concerned about more students in the classroom. “I don’t think larger classes will be a problem,” said Cassidy Munholland, a Grade 10 student at William E. Hay Composite High School. “The flex program helps and there are options for students.” Saving administrative costs, Clearview has also suggested an option to reconfigure the Stettler campus from elementary school (kindergarten to Grade 5), middle school (6 to 8) and William E. Hay Composite High School (9 to 12), to either K to 12 or elementary (K-6) and high school (7 to 12), though the board hasn’t discussed that option any further. Even with low enrolment numbers, Clearview is committed to keeping all schools open for the coming year under the current grade structures, Bailey said. Clearview hosts the final community meeting this Monday, with a second session in Stettler at the William E. Hay Composite High School cafeteria.
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Among the 14 students from William E. Hay Composite High School who completed a three-week exchange trip to Germany were Morgan Sorensen (left), Nicholas Baharally, Grace Chapman and Autumn Woelk.
High school students taste sampling of German culture LES STULBERG Independent reporter “Mind opening,” “experience of a lifetime” and “unforgettable” were some of the terms used to describe the Stettler-Germany educational culture exchange. Grace Chapman rated her trip to Germany a 10 out of 10. “It was one of my favourite trips that I have ever done,” she said. Chapman enjoyed experiencing the day-to-day life of the German culture that the exchange provided, rather than just doing the tourist-type things that most travel involves. Chapman was among 14 students from William E. Hay Composite High School that participated in the three-week exchange with the northern Germany school, Gymnasium Sanitz. Other students from Stettler were Nicholas Baharally, Kennidy Fisher, Katherine Fraser, Taylor Marko, Aislinn Reule, Trent Sanders, Dakota Schwarzenberger, Hannah Shepherd, Morgan Sorensen, Amy Stratulate, Morgan VanDusen, Autumn Woelk and Haileigh Yome. Principal Norbert Baharally accompanied the
group as the education supervisor. It was the fourth exchange between the two schools — the German students were in Stettler in September. The popular exchange program involves grades 10 and 11 students. The Stettler students said they experienced a language barrier, as some of the host parents didn’t speak English and school classes were taught in German. They said they picked up basic German words and phrases. While in school, they attended English, art and drama classes and spent time in the English room. Nicholas Baharally said that before they left Stettler, each student prepared a Canadian presentation to give at the German school. He said the exchange coincided with Easter and spring break, which afforded the Stettler students considerable time for tours and time with their German host families. The Stettler students were intrigued by the differences between the cultures. The train system impressed Chapman, as she and two other Stettler students rode the train to school.
Autumn Woelk didn’t share the same sentiments. She said daily schedules had to be based around public transportation. The girls described a shopping trip to the German girls’ favourite store that took an hour and required eight train changes. Morgan Sorensen said he thought the exchange was “really good,” and visiting Berlin was the highlight for him. He was impressed with how a modern city like Berlin combined culture and integrated its history and older buildings. Woelk said wartime buildings were refurbished, or those destroyed in the war were rebuilt as close to the original buildings as possible. The group spent four days in Berlin and took in a tour of the city, watched a musical show, visited Madame Tussaud’s museum, toured the Canadian Embassy and visited historical sites and castles. The Stettler students also visited a concentration camp at Sachsenhausen — a sombre experience. “You could still see blood stains on the floor,” Chapman said. “It was hard to imagine — standing where those terrible things happened,” Woelk said.
The students said the weather wasn’t favourable during the visit, as Germany experienced an unseasonably cold spring. “It was so cold, a lot colder than Canada,” Woelk said. Chapman said that two years before, when her sister was in Germany on the exchange, they were able to wear swimsuits and sun tan. The students shared some thoughts on their visit to Germany. “The friendships made — during the three weeks we were there and the three weeks the German students were here — was the highlight of the exchange for me,” Baharally said. “I love Europe,” Chapman said. “I want to live there when I am older.” She also said she would like to go back and visit the people she met. Sorensen said he would like to visit West Germany someday, after visiting the east side. “I had a really good time, but I would like to see Germany in the summertime,” Woelk said. “It was a great experience,” Baharally said. “I would do it again and recommend it to anyone. “It’s an exposure to a different culture in a different part of the world.”
William E. Hay students show their theatrical side Students are thrilled to see the summer weather finally here. The Wildcat badminton season is coming to an end and the tennis and track and field athletes are readying for a great season. The fine arts board would like to congratulate everyone who participated in
the One Act Play Festival. William E. Hay students, once again, demonstrated outstanding skills with the six plays that were entered in the festival. The play “Country Gothic,” co-directed by Tara Kruk and Shayla Neitz, received an award for best technical production, while “Tick Talk,” directed by Courtney Wingie, received best-ensemble honours. Congratulations to Andrew Somerville, Meghan LaRose, Shea Heatherington, Austin Vegter, Tara Kruk and Shayla Neitz for receiving excellence in acting awards at the festival. Thanks to the cosmetology students and Ms. Kneeland for their efforts in organizing hair and make-up. It’s that time of year
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again — the student union elections are underway. Those elections will take place on Thursday, May 23, during Flex time. Twenty-four of the SADD students and their friends enjoyed a night of games and movies at their first wake-a-thon. The students raised money for their organization by collecting pledges for every hour they stayed awake. The SADD group extends thanks to the businesses that sponsored them and the support they
received through monetary donations. Congratulations to Shea Dahl and Nathan Spencer for winning the Town of Stettler mural contest. Shea’s design will be displayed at the dog park and Nathan’s will be going to West Stettler Park. Each winner receives $150 Stettler Dollars prize money. Well done! The student union will host a Haitian Education barbecue fundraiser Thursday during lunch. For $5, you can buy a hamburger, pop and chips. Please help them support that worthy cause. That’s it for this week. Check the Independent next week for more news from William E. Hay Composite High School.
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Buffalo Lake residents support growth plan RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter Buffalo Lake residents have endorsed a plan to continue growth in the region’s prime resort area, with a focus on small lots near the lakeshore. A Buffalo Lake South Shore Intermunicipal Development Plan draft was supported during a public hearing last Saturday at Erskine School. Many of about 35 residents at the hearting expressed support for the plan that supplements 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. “Most of our concerns have been addressed,” said Kath Rothwell, president of Scenic Sands Community Association, one of the two verbal del-
egations. “I am pleased with the consultation.” Over the past several months, the committee made changes that responded to many concerns, said Johan van der Bank, director of planning and development for the County of Stettler. “We support the document with other ideas that make it stronger,” said Craig Teal, planning consultant for property owner Independent Print. With roads required by major developments, he suggested that the IDP include a clause that would assist developers to recover costs that benefit other lands. Alberta Transportation recommends improvements to highways 835 and 601, though no funding or plans have been set, the planning director said. “The planning committee will endeavour to determine which road upgrades and improvements will be provincially funded and what grant
funding opportunities may be available and a trigger point for road upgrades so that off-site levies can be charged,” van der Bank said. With the current pace of growth steady, he further said the plan requires water and sanitary services would be communal, economical and viable. With the suggestions, the committee plans to make any reasonable changes for councils to adopt the plan in by the end of July. “The committee has been unified to move forward,” said Rochon Sands Mayor Wayne Miller, a member of the committee. “We are committed to maintain and develop the lake with good stewardship.” “The main thing is that the lake is for all property owners and users,” said White Sands Mayor Lorne Thurston. Buffalo Lake south shore has potential to develop 2,377 new residential lots on the south, though an annual average of 12 lots have been developed in the past 35 years.
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Multiple grass fires keep firefighters busy By Amanda Spensley Stettler Fire and Rescue On Sunday, Stettler Regional Fire Department Station 1 was called to a structure fire and grassfire at 8:40 a.m., north of Gadsby. A small pump house had started fire, causing the grass surrounding it to also ignite. Although the pump house was a total loss, the quick actions of homeowners managed to stop the fire from spreading into nearby fields. About one acre of grass was burnt, and fire crews extinguished small spot fires and doused the perimiter of the fire. No injuries were reported and the cause was deemed to be an electrical problem. Also on Sunday, Station 1 was called to assist Stettler EMS with establishing a landing zone for the STARS helicopter at about 5 p.m.
Fire crews arrived to the residence north of Stettler, but a decision was made to transport the patient by ground ambulance for a STARS landing at the Stettler Hospital. Last Wednesday, stations 1 and 2 responded to a grass fire at about 4:30 p.m. Fire crews arrived north of Big Valley to extinguish a grass fire in a field caused by a mower blade hitting a rock, causing sparks. No structures were threatened and no injuries were reported. On Saturday, April 27, stations 1 and 3 responded to a grass fire. At 2:40 p.m., fire crews were called to a field fire east of Donalda, just off Highway 53. Due to high winds at the time, the fire quickly spread and crews worked into the night extinguishing the blaze. Some hay bales were lost due to the fire, but no structures were damaged. No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.
Also on April 27, stations 1and 3 responded to a grass fire at 7 p.m. While fire crews were extinguishing the previous grass fire, a 911 call stated a farmyard and residence were being threatened by a fast-moving grass fire. Quick work by homeowners and fire crews stopped the fire from doing extensive damage to the property. Fire crews returned to the first fire to finish extinguishing it. On Sunday, April 28, stations 1 and 2 responded to a structure fire. At about 1:30 p.m., fire crews were called to a garage fire south of Stettler on Range Road 19-1. Fuel tanks near the structure were on fire and it was threatening the nearby residence. Crews worked to get the blaze under control and although the garage was a loss, as well as the items inside, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire wasn’t immediately known.
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By Mark Milke Troy Media In a recent debate within the pages of the National Post that many Albertans might have missed, two economists, Rhys Kesselman from Simon Fraser University and Jack Mintz from the University of Calgary, sparred over the most desirable tax mix for Alberta. Kesselman wanted Alberta’s single-income tax rate replaced with cascading tax brackets, and structured to ensure higher overall taxes. Mintz advocated a sales tax, but with the caveat that it be revenue neutral, suggesting some other tax should be lowered in exchange. The tax tussle reminded me of a quip by Jean Baptiste Colbert, the Minister of Finance under Louis XIV: “The art of taxation consists in plucking the goose as to obtain the largest amount of feathers with the least possible amount of hissing.” An Alberta sales tax is indeed preferable to other taxes. Properly designed, consumption taxes are more efficient and less damaging to the economy. Problem is, all this tax talk is cemented in the notion Alberta is short of revenue, or at the least, must find a more “stable” tax source. But the fact is, Alberta’s red-ink budgets have much more to do with real per-capita program spending being near historic highs, which probably explains why so many Albertans “hiss” at the notion of a sales tax. To understand why the spending side of the government ledger deserves more attention, let’s look at some statistics about Alberta’s program spending — ones that take into account Alberta’s population growth and inflation rate. Back in 2005-06, at the height of Alberta’s last energy boom (when resource revenues hit their peak), program spending in Alberta came to $9,465 per person. That increased to $10,377 per person by 2011-12. (I have deliberately excluded the year just ended, 2012-13. Alberta’s last provincial budget completely changed how it accounts for spending and revenues, making historical comparisons difficult.) But neither of those years set the record. In 1985-86, per-person program spending peaked at $11,905, but then declined to $6,733 by 1996-97. In other words, by 2005, Alberta’s government was already spending closer to the all-time high than to the alltime low. If the Alberta government had based its program spending solely on inflation and population growth, it would have spent a cumulative total of $18.2 billion less between 2005 and 2012. Albertans would have seen balanced budgets in every single year, including during the recession. Granted, Alberta’s own-source revenues are volatile and down from their highs in the past decade. But the point is that, had spending been better managed, Alberta’s budgets would have been in surplus. Who, except the financially reckless, spends up to the limit of their income every year? My point is simple: the precise amount of revenues flowing into Alberta’s coffers every year is less important than if the province spends more prudently. There’s precedent for such prudence. At the end of the 1990s, Alberta suffered a 37 per cent drop in resource revenues in just one year (between the 1997 and 1998 fiscal years). But the province stayed in the black because it better managed its growth in spending. But since at least 2005, the province has budgeted and spent as if exceptional years were the norm, leading to unwise decisions. Some examples: The province signed a contract with teachers between 2007 and 2012 that awarded raises double the inflation rate, indicative of its general approach to the public sector. — The province also took over billions in unfunded liabilities for the Teachers’ Pension Plan. — In addition, public-sector compensation in Alberta is on average 10 per cent higher than in the private sector. Add to that spending on corporate welfare (the province spent $1.3-billion in carbon capture over several years) and a clear picture of fiscal profligacy develops. Over the years, polls repeatedly show Albertans opposed to a sales tax, I suspect because, while many Albertans might not understand the economic intricacies of various taxes, they quite clearly and intuitively get it: Alberta has a serious spending problem and the politicians have barely begun to address it. And that is why, whenever talk turns to tax reform, even on justifiable grounds of efficiency and proposed as revenue neutral, Albertans react much like Colbert’s plucked goose. They suspect that unless one tax ends in exchange for a sales tax, they will simply see more of their feathers plucked by a high-spending provincial government. Troy Media columnist Mark Milke is a senior fellow with the Fraser Institute.
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A mother’s love and influence not only touching, but powerful It’s generally accepted that a mother’s love and devotion is second only to that of God’s. Perhaps the following account will demonstrate that. After the 2011 earthquake in Japan, rescuers came across a demolished house. They could see a woman’s body inside in a very unusual position. She was on her knees with her body arched upward, but leaning forward with both arms outstretched in front of her. Heavy debris had crushed her and she appeared to be dead. The team leader reached through the rubble and, touching her stiff, cold body, confirmed his suspicions … she had expired. As the workers began to leave, the leader, haunted by the woman’s strange posture, decided to go back and take a closer look. He knelt down and reached under the corpse to ascertain why she was in such an unusual position. To his amazement, he felt a small, warm body! The entire team immediately went to work carefully removing the piles of debris from around the dead woman. They reached in and removed a three-month-old boy, wrapped in a baby blanket, from under his mother’s dead body. The woman, making the ultimate sacrifice, had positioned her body to make a life-saving cover over her son. The boy was sleeping peacefully as the rescue workers brought him out. The medical examination that followed revealed that he needed a bath, but he was not harmed or injured in any way. But there is more … As the blanket that the boy was wrapped in was opened, a cellphone was discovered. A text message on the screen, left by his mother, said, “Son … if you survive, you must remember that I love you!”
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Tears came to the eyes of each of the rescue workers and medical staff, as the phone was passed from worker to worker. The love of mothers is illustrated in the Scripture repeatedly. Jochabed hiding Moses in the bulrushes (Exodus 2); Hanna praying for her son Samuel (1 Samuel 1); Lois and Eunice setting a godly example for Timothy (2 Timothy 1:5); even Salome promoting her sons, James and John (Matthew 20:21). A mother’s love and influence is not only touching, but powerful. Skeptic, Robert Ingersoll, had successfully won a public debate against faith in God. Later, a college student challenged his fellow student, saying , “Ingersoll knocked the props out from under Christianity, didn’t he?” The other said, “No, he didn’t. Ingersoll did not explain my mother’s life, and until he can explain my mother’s life, I will stand by my mother’s God.” “The love of a mother is never exhausted. It never changes — it never tires — it endures … a mother’s love still lives on.” Washington Irving Happy Mother’s Day! Pastor Ross Helgeton is senior pastor at Erskine Evangelical Free Church.
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‘Big Valley Jamboree’ moves to Camrose 2003 — 10 years ago — Len Schofer, 77, recorded the first holein-one of the spring golf season. — Frank Bird celebrated his 99th birthday with a family supper at Halkirk. — Heartland Beautification Committee plans to construct a water spray park at West Stettler Park. — Erskine Curling Club made plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary. — The Stettler HireA-Student office opened, with co-ordinator Joey Stadelmann at the helm. — Stettler FCSS renovated its office and added 1,600 square feet of office space. — A Stettler man was fined $575 for spear fishing on Buffalo Lake. 1993 — 20 years ago — The Stettler high school Reach team won the provincial title and advanced to the nationals in Toronto. The Stettler team placed second nationally.
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— Stettler Swim Club brought home 28 medals, including 12 gold, from the Chinook invitational swim meet in Calgary. — The community of Big Valley was “shocked” to learn “the Big Valley Jamboree” was being moved to Camrose. — The Nevis hall received a facelift. New doors were added and the wood siding was replaced with aluminum siding. — Alix seniors toured the Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills. 2083 — 30 years ago — Allan Chykerda was judged to be the most promising performer in the Stettler Music Festival.
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— Westwoods Recreation and Agricultural Society received it provincial charter, presented by MLA Graham Harle, at a community celebration. — County of Stettler councillors voted to install water and sewer in Byemoor. — The Stettler County Fair board announced the RCMP musical ride was coming to town. — The Endmoor DropIn Centre was officially opened, with its oldest member, Bud Brooker, cutting the ribbon. — In hockey news, Warren Chayer was named the Stettler Legion midgets’ most valuable player and Tim Phillips was deemed the most dedicated player. — Red Willow district pioneer Grace Morgenson celebrated her 90th birthday. — Byemoor elementary school and Waverly junior high school won the Whizz Kids contest during education week.
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Portion of power bill goes toward towers not needed Alberta electricity consumers continue to be punished by the Alberta government’s mismanagement, with the construction of new transmission lines costing more than double the cost of buried lines in other jurisdictions, according to my colleague, Wildrose utilities critic Joe Anglin, the MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre. Recently, the Blackstone Power Cable from Quebec to New York, which consists of two five-inch diameter cable lines that will be buried underground and underwater over 531 kilometres, was approved at a cost of $2.2 billion (roughly $4.1 million US per kilometre). Transmission lines recently approved by the Alberta government cabinet without an independent needs assessment, such as the 66-kilometre Heartland Transmission Line that’s set to cost more than $600 million and will not be built underground (roughly $9.9 million Cdn per kilometre). “These transmission lines will raise the cost of power bills for almost every Albertan in this province, yet this government continues to have no price controls on these lines,” Anglin said. “This government continues to bill Alberta for its mismanagement, as the cost of our above-ground transmission lines are more than double the cost of buried lines in other jurisdictions. Simply, this just doesn’t add up.” The Wildrose believes the transmission lines approved under the former Bill 50, which are set to cost over $16 billion, should be approved through an independent needsbased assessment process and diversifying Alberta’s electricity market through cleaner and greener natural gas and hydro strategies. “These transmission lines have been a boondoggle from the very beginning,” Anglin said. “Not once have Alberta consumers had a chance to receive a full public evaluation of their electricity needs, and now they are stuck on the hook for billions of dollars added to their power bills. The Alberta government isn’t building Alberta’s future; it’s billing Albertans for its incompetence.” As we enter into the summer months, at long last, we will naturally consume less electricity. Your bill, however,
From the Legislature MLA Report by Rick Strankman will not go down accordingly. Take, for instance, a bill of $140 for one month’s electricity. Taking into account the current rate of transmission, distribution, rate riders, local access fees and finally administration fees, they’re responsible for about 70 per cent of the total bill. With the lion’s share of the bill being consumed by fees that will not change, you are left with $40 in usage to find any saving. Remember that your usage will now be half the electricity you actually used in the colder winter months. It all adds up to a saving of $20, which is less than 15 per cent for a 50 per cent reduction in usage. These fees and charges are designed to pay for the infrastructure to build lines we don’t need and you as a consumer have been required to pay for these projects without an independent-needs assessment. Responsible infrastructure development can only be done with independent and transparent needs assessments. As the Official Opposition Wildrose caucus, we’re committed to pressuring this government to justify the majority of your power bill. When travelling through the Drumheller-Stettler constituency, if you happen to catch a glimpse of the giant electrical towers, think back to what portion of your electrical bill goes to pay those towers that we do not need. Rick Strankman is the MLA for Drumheller-Stettler. Email drumheller.stettler@assembly.ab.ca Twitter: @RickStrankman Website: RickStrankman.ca.
Better to have part of the cake than no cake, at all A recent decision by the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) to create a new classification for mozzarella cheese might open the way to further loosen iron-clad tariffs against specialty cheese imports. The CDC decision creates a new class and price structure for mozzarella used by fresh pizza-makers. The idea is that this will see lower prices for restaurants and see the market for this cheese expand to the benefit of everyone, including dairy producers — at least that’s the hope. There is more to the story, of course. The CDC decision is supported by the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association (CRFA). That’s important because this group has for many years been waging a holy war against dairy supply management (SM) as the root of all evil. Their interests were purely mercenary, of course. They wanted lower cheese prices for their members and cited cheaper prices in the cheese market in the U.S., which wasn’t controlled by SM. The relentless CRFA lobby against SM over the years has become uncomfortable for the dairy industry, particularly as SM has come under scrutiny in connection to trade agreement discussions. Rumours of the feds giving up SM at the negotiating table continue to circulate and damaging price allegations by SM foes like CRFA don’t help the dairy industry’s position. It would seem that political realities might have caused the Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) to moderate their rigid SM position. What this decision seems to have done is caused the CFRA to pull back its vociferous antiSM lobby and made the DFC look more reasonable — a political perception they surely needed. The DFC should continue this type of approach by softening its high tariffs position on imports of specialty cheeses in general. It would serve them well with public opinion and in the media arena,
and with politicians of every stripe that are not friends of SM. High tariffs are generally used to keep out imported products that can displace the same, but more expensive, domestically produced products. But that’s gone awry with cheese imports and it annoys the cheese-consuming public and media. The fact is specialty cheeses produced in specific regions in the world cannot be reproduced identically in Canada. Yes, they can come very close — but the subtle nature of yeasts and enzymes are very site specific and affect cheese flavour and texture. That’s why specialty cheeses are sold by brand names in many cases. Of course, there’s no guarantee that this potential price reduction for commercial mozzarella
cheese will see a lower price for pizzas in restaurants. In fact, most expect that if there’s an adjustment, it will be minor at best and be used only for special sales or features. The reality is that retailers and restaurateurs only reduce prices for competitive reasons. They will probably surmise that most consumers will not be aware that cheese prices will have been reduced and they should expect lower pizza prices. Consumers, in most cases, are just happy that prices have not gone up and really don’t expect lower prices, having been accustomed to inflation a long time ago. Spokespeople for the DFC are trying to rationalize this price reduction with the usual “demand will increase” song and dance and everyone will benefit. There is no indi-
cation that will actually occur, unless you reduce pizza costs by say 50 per cent. I would suggest that most folks don’t go out for a pizza just because it’s suddenly a dollar cheaper. This price reduction is going to come out of the pockets of dairy producers, and I would suggest it’s wishful thinking that cost will ever be returned. Instead, I would suggest that the anticipated $27-million loss to producers is the political price to get the CFRA off the their anti-supply management lobby. Perhaps that will be worth the price to producers. I would also suggest that dairy producers would do well to further derail the political and media onslaught against SM by taking a proactive approach to mitigating tariffs on specialty cheese imports. It would be one less hammer opponents have in attacking supply management. The mozzarella decision is a good start, but the process needs to continue. As the saying goes … better to have part of the cake than no cake, at all.
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Garden club plants seeds to honour Storch family We enjoyed beautiful weather last weekend. Who got their first sunburn? Please remember that conditions are dry and both counties, Stettler and Starland, have issued full fire bans, so be careful and watchful around our community. Lance (and Kendra) Kiemele is Rumsey’s volunteer fire chief, so contact him at 403-3683820 if you see smoke! The Rumsey Fire Department is hosting its annual Mother’s
Day breakfast this Sunday from 9 to 11 a.m. Come in and enjoy a sausage, eggs and pancake delight with the moms in your world. The Rumsey Garden Club had its meeting last week. For this year’s show, they plan to add a heritage section in memory of Mary and George Storch. That will include classical flowers, such as Sweet Peas, Colandulas, Bachelor Buttons, Cosmos and any others of a heritage variety. There will also be
a vegetable section to exhibit such vegetables as squash varieties, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and any other that qualify. Each entry must have heritage validation, such as the seed package or plant label. There will also be a new niche category called “Shades of Emerald” and an “Arrangement of Lilies” entry. This year will be the garden club’s 69th anniversary and the show is set for Aug. 28.
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Library teams up with children to plant for Halloween harvest Thank goodness spring is finally here and with it the beginning of warm-weather activities. On Friday, May 17, the Big Valley Library will host its first outdoor children’s activity of the season. Boys and girls five years and older are invited to come out to the library park from 2:30 to 4 p.m. to help us plant some pumpkins for Halloween. There will be hotdogs and drinks and a plant to take home. Parents are asked to note that permission slips must be signed for the gardening activity. Children under five are welcome if accompanied by an adult. For more information, call the library at 403-8762642. On Thursday, May 23, Mrs. Sorensen’s Grade 3-4 class, assisted by the 1-2 class, will have a bottle drive to help raise money for year-end field-trip costs. If you would like to support the students, drop bottles off at the school or the bottle depot anytime during the week of the 23rd. Students will also collect bottles door to door around Big Valley on Thursday morning. Bottles can be left on your front step, or you could wait for a smiling face to knock on you door. The students thank you for your kind donations and generosity. The golf season is about to begin and Big Valley women’s golf wants you on board. Young, seasoned, new, or experienced, we are all about having fun and enjoying a night out. Come out for an organizational meeting tonight at 7 o’clock at the clubhouse. For more information, call Amanda at 403-876-2692 or Sandra at 403-876-2810. The April meetings of the Royal Purple and Elks were combined with the dual installation of new leaders in both lodges. Outgoing as the honoured Royal Lady was Myra Greig, with Jennie Houle taking the reins for the ladies.
The Elks’ outgoing Exalted Ruler was John Palmer. Dustin Houston now assumes the position. Both the outgoing leaders were justifiably honoured by all present for their strong efforts on behalf of their lodges. The Hanna Patrol Team, led by Archie Williamson, assisted in the installation. Bro. Lloyd Duncan and D.D. Lady Teresa Greig led the ceremony. Congratulations to the new chairpersons and thanks for stepping up to the plate. Disbursements were made to two youths following their dreams in sports; one playing hockey in Europe and the other heading out to represent Canada in the Pan American Games in Columbia. A donation was also made to the Friends of the Kerbes Pond to defray power costs for the aeration system. Dates have been set for the Elks annual golf tournaments. On Sunday, May 26, the Elmer Kerbes Memorial tournament takes place, while the Inter-lodge tournament is scheduled for Saturday, July 6. These are always fun days and well worth attending. The club draw was won by David Webster and the first 200 club draws for the new season saw Joy Kobi, Camrin Lang, Mark Anderson and Vern Thuro as the big winners.
Multi-community garage sales prove popular, with one hiccup We seem to have jumped from winter to summer, with temperatures reaching plus-25 Sunday and Monday. It was a good weekend to hold a garage sale, and the eight Gadsby and Botha families had a successful three days at the Botha community hall — with one exception. Would the person who took the six Nintendo games please return them in an unmarked envelope to the Botha post office, in care of Lorraine Hankins? No further inquiry would then be necessary, and no charges would be laid. Sadie and Sophie Diegel had a busy five days in Sherwood Park at the dance competition. Both girls and their groups were awarded three gold medals and one silver. Way to go! Congratulations to Ryan and Leila Botting on the birth of their baby boy, Dustin Stanley, eight pounds and three ounces,
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April 30 at Provost. A brother for Bentley. Proud grandparents are Mary Lou and Stan Botting of Provost and Laura and Biff Blue of the Hardisty area, as well as great-grandparents Bill and Joyce Hansel of Gadsby. Jared Nichols of Drayton Valley, along with sister Denise Jacobson, drove Dale and Wilda Nichols to Calgary last Monday for consultation with a heart specialist. Corina Derr and Denise Jacobson and the Big Knife 4-H Beef Club attended the minishow day in Donalda last weekend, and then they
went on to Big Valley for a beef council meeting for all the leaders. The Nichols and Jacobson boys played in a soccer tournament at Camrose last weekend. Both teams took second place. Austin Jacobson and the Red Deer Generals won their hockey game Sunday. Shane Jacobson took Dale Nichols to the game, so there was a proud father and grandfather cheering him on. Members of Heritage Place Society (church building) were busy last week at the casino in Red Deer. Meanwhile, the
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Dahmer touches down in Germany on 20th birthday Harold and Velma Chick celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a family gathering and dinner Saturday at the Halkirk hall. More than 100 friends and family came from Fox Creek, Okotoks, Medicine Hat, and other places in southern Alberta and southern Saskatchewan, as well as central Alberta. The afternoon was spent visiting and reminiscing. Congratulations. Circle Square Ranch hosted a bridal shower Saturday afternoon to honour bride-elect Brittany Mabbott before her June 15 wedding to Daniel Kaiser. Supporting the bride was her mom, Andrea, her grandmother, Lorna Killiam from Calgary, and Melva Mabbott from Red Deer, her sister and maid of honour, Tessa, Daniel’s mom, Ruth Kaiser from Breton, and two of her future sister-in-laws, Mandy and Stephanie. Crystal (Doan) Stewart acted as the master of ceremonies. The bride received a ton of good wishes. Alison Dahmer left last Thursday for Kassels in central Germany, where she’s enrolled in a sixweek, second-year German language course at the university. Ali is staying with a host family and has a 30-minute train ride to classes. Happy birthday to Alison, who celebrated her 20th birthday Friday in Germany. Anne Neilson returned last weekend from her annual spring holiday in the Vancouver area. The weather was warm, the leaves were on the trees and the flowers were in bloom. She visited with her daughter, Brenda, and son Mike. Keith Stewart is able to
be home between the treatments that he’s receiving at the Tom Baker hospital in Calgary. We send our best wishes out to him. Halkirk Senior Centre hosted a plus-55 crib tournament last Saturday, with 24 people attending. There was a junior high dance at the Halkirk school last Friday, with about 70 kids from three schools attending. Mark June 15 on your calendar. That day has been picked for a villagewide garage sale. There are already several families throughout the village planning to take part. Hopefully, more will decide to participate and make it worthwhile for buyers to come out and see what’s available. The Halkirk Education Support Foundation has an Alberta Opera group coming to our school Friday to put on the play “Sleeping Beauty.” It will be at the school at 10 a.m. and they will be using students from the school to help with the acting. Everyone is invited to attend this fun time. The Halkirk Elks will once again salute local mothers by cooking pancakes with all the trimmings at their annual breakfast Sunday in the hall, commencing at 9 a.m. The Chick family Relay for Life team will have a bake table at the breakfast. Stop by and support them as they raise money in support of the fight against cancer.
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Drive-in movie in the coulees Pancake breakfast with mom special treat on busy community calendar for Mother’s Day Darlene Tantrum Donalda correspondent
The weather seems to be shaping up for Mother’s Day, as we’ve gone from winter straight to summer. The farmers are frantically getting the fields ready for planting. Mother’s Day Pancake breakfast begins at 9 a.m. and goes until noon at the IOOF Hall on Sunday. It’s a great way to begin Mother’s Day, by treating Mom to breakfast. At Erskine School, language arts PATs begin next week and continue in June. Last Thursday night, Erskine’s “community consultation meeting” was held as residents met with Clearview School Division trustees and administration. The community was told how the provincial government funds the Clearview budget, what funds the government cut this year, and how money is allocated.
Questions ranged from transportation to flex Fridays. Erskine School participated in the Stettler community garage sale to raise money for the student union. Students raised more than $300. Thanks goes out to all who donated household items for the sale. Erskine United Church held its annual spring supper, with great food and entertainment in the mix.
It’s a busy week in Donalda, beginning today with an emergency preparedness information seminar at the fire hall from 3 to 7 p.m. It’s a drop-in seminar. From Thursday through Saturday, the Donalda School stages its annual dessert theatre. It’s always a sellout. For tickets, call 403-883-2280. On Saturday, Community Promotions will host the drive-in in the coulees, featuring “parental guidance.” Come and enjoy a bit of nostalgia. Concession opens at 7:30 p.m., with the movie at dusk. Also on Saturday, the Donalda Ag Society presents a “cowboy challenge clinic.” For more informa-
tion, call Brian at 403-8832799. On Sunday, the Donalda Coulee Friendship will host a Mother’s Day strawberry pancake breakfast and music jam. It also features a live auction of birdhouses and feeders. It all starts at 10 a.m., with an auction at noon. Over the Hill Trail Riders will host a one-day Poker Rally on Sunday, leaving from the “Skybo School” registration from 10 a.m. till noon. Bring your own lunch. For more information, call John at 403-574-2197. On Wednesday, May 15, come and enjoy an evening of Bingo at the DropIn Centre. It begins at 7:30 p.m. Thanks goes out to all who came out last Saturday to help clean up the
village gardens. A wonderful lunch was served by the Donalda Coulee Friendship Club. Birthday greetings go out to Chris Norman, Hunter Hartum, Arne Norman, Cheryl Thomson, Ella Bailey, Maison Ruby, Tara Helfer, Curtis Fuller, Shae Burlock, Travis Mueller, Lyrah Thomson, Candice Erickson, Joseph Weibel, Rebecca Broemeling, Barrett Norman, Charlene Dahl, Cori Fuller, Kailey Baker, Katelyn Dietrich, Kyle Meston, Shirley Erickson, Tara Salmon and anyone else celebrating a birthday this week.
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There’s disappointing news for anglers who enjoy fishing at Boehlke Pond near Endiang. Dead trout have washed up along the shoreline of the pond. Perhaps the winter was just too long for the oxygen supply. People reported successful ice fishing during the winter, and it was said oxygen levels were normal at that time. The water level of the pond is high, so hopefully it will be restocked. A pair of winter activities in the community has finished for the season. The Endmoor Floor Curling Club had a windup pot-luck dinner at the Endiang Hall on Monday, with about 30 people attending. Members invited former members who have moved away to neighbouring communities. An afternoon of floor curling wrapped up the season, which will resume in October. Crib season has concluded at the Endmoor Drop-In Centre in Byemoor. About 20 people attended the potluck supper Tuesday evening. Trophy winners for the season were: first — Lawrence Wilkie; second — Thelma Keast; third — Mickey Tucker. The new season begins in October. A bridal shower is planned for Delaine Green, bride-elect of Jonathan Bennett, at the Byemoor hall June 1 at 1 p.m. Women in the community are asked to bring lunch. Ken and Eleanor Schultz helped at the spring rummage sale in Hanna from Thursday to Saturday. The event raises a considerable amount of money for equipment for the hospital and long-
Stettler Women’s Conference Committee would like to thank the sponsors of the Stettler Women’s Conference on April 26.
Stettler Chiropractic and Laser Centre Notice of Closure Please be advised that Dr. MacDonald will be closing his satellite chiropractic practice in Stettler on June 21st, 2013. All patient files and accounts will be transferred to his Red Deer office at Trinity Chiropractic. Dr. MacDonald will continue to see Stettler patients at “Trinity Chiropractic” located in the Old Brew Plaza at: 119, 5301 – 43rd Street, Red Deer, AB Phone: 403-346-4336 Email: trinityw@telus.net Dr. MacDonald would like to thank you for your patronage, friendship and kindness over the past eight years. We look forward to continuing to serve you in Red Deer.
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term-care facility. We welcome Brent and Jody Gromley and their two children to the community. They moved from Innisfail to work for the Jones family and live on the Adam Jones yard. Their son, Branden, goes to school in Byemoor and their older child attends high school in Stettler. We hope the Gromleys enjoy our community. Jodi Johnson and her daughter, Ashley Keith, celebrated their birthdays Sunday with a social at the Endiang Hall. Happy Big 4-O to Jodi and Happy Sweet 16 to Ashley. Hope you enjoyed your day. Byemoor School students entered their projects in the Heritage Fair at the Red Deer Museum last Saturday. Participating were Sydney Jack, Hunter Maginn, Avery Smyth and Rachel and Ryan Yates. Congratulations on a job well done. Byemoor students also participated in the CARA badminton playoffs in Stettler. Although they didn’t win, they gained valuable experience. We wish a happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. Hope you have a fantastic and relaxing day.
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Chickens lay eggs to bring farm life to Stettler Elementary On Wednesday and Thursday of last week, Kate and Jack Verhoeven were kind enough to bring animals from their farm to show Stettler Elementary School students. The play-school, prekindergarten and kindergarten classes were able to tour their trailer with Tara the pony, a Nubian goat, baby lambs that are six weeks old, and various chickens. Two chickens even laid eggs while they were parked in the SES entryway. It was a wonderful opportunity for our students
and we wish to thank Kate, who stayed all day, and Jack Verhoeven for bringing a little bit of farm life to Stettler Elementary. Kindergarten teachers would like to remind their moms about the Mother’s Day tea on Friday. Times are as follows: KSN and KDB — 9 a.m.; KGB and KKT — 11:15 a.m. Students in KDB are very excited to start using the Smart Table. The Smart Table is the world’s first multi-touch, multi-user table for primary education. With the Smart
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Big Valley, Erskine schools like the status quo L ES S TULBERG Independent reporter It was Stettler’s neighbouring communities of Big Valley and Erskine turn to meet with school trustees and administration as Clearview continued its touring “community consultation meetings” last week. Crowds weren’t big, likely because little change is expected in staffing at either school as Clearview School Division tries to balance its budget largely through staff reductions. About 40 community members attended the Big Valley meeting Tuesday, while attendance was somewhat lighter Thursday in Erskine, at about 25. Alberta Education’s Doug Coffin, Zone 4 director of field services, attended the Erskine meeting. It was the first in the Clearview tour to have representation from the province. Coffin was at the meeting as an observer and didn’t address the crowd. He said he was listening to the
discussion and looking to “take something back” to Alberta Education. Superintendent John Bailey explained the division’s financial history and the reason it came to have almost a $1-million deficit. He said reserves were intentionally spent down to keep as many teachers in front of students for as long as possible. It was deemed high reserves would send a message to the province that the school board was in a position to receive less than full funding. With reserves expected to fall to $1.6 million by the end of the current school year, Bailey said it couldn’t drop any further as the division needs to maintain at least five per cent of his annual $32-million budget in reserve for emergencies and to cover one month of expenditures. Bailey pointed out the division has 265 fewer student this year than in 2003-04, but only six fewer teachers. Because staffing accounts for about 75 per cent of the total budget, few options other than staff reductions are available to balance the budget, he said.
Big Valley principal Corry Raugust said there would be no change in staffing. Big Valley plans to retain its 5.5 full-timeequivalent teachers. Enrolment was projected to be 75 students for 2013-14 — a slight drop. Administration and trustees fielded a number of questions and heard comments from those attending. Parents made it clear they didn’t want a reconfiguration that would see their grades 7 to 9 students sent to Stettler. Questions included several related to transportation and flex-Fridays, and how much money could be saved. It was suggested provincial education officials should be in attendance at community meetings to understand the need to come up with a revamped funding formula to address declining enrolments in rural Alberta. At the Erskine meeting, principal Deb Spiller said Erskine School was “in good financial shape,” and as expected, would be able to retain its 8.5 teachers. “That’s good news,” she said. The school projects an increase in
enrolment next year of five students, bringing the total to 120 students. Spiller said Erskine School reserves were spent on programming and equipment to get the reserve closer to board recommendation. Clearview chairman Ken Checkel explained funding allocation to the schools as a board decision with input from principals. The board redistributes the base amount of $6,561.68 per student from the province and the various grants — small schools by necessity and class-size initiative — to the schools in a made-in-Clearview formula. In the question-and-answer session, parents wanted to see greater efficiencies in the $3-million transportation budget and expressed an interest in flex-Fridays. There’s one meeting left in the “community consultation” process — a second meeting in Stettler, to accommodate Stettler’s larger population, this coming Monday, May 13. Coffin said the intention is to have two zone representatives from Alberta education at the Stettler meeting.
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Ten gift ideas for 10 styles of mother If you’d like to branch out and be a bit more creative with your Mother’s Day gift this year, here are gift ideas for 10 different types of mother. 1. The food-loving mom: a gift basket that showcases local artisanal food products, such as cheeses, breads, and wines. 2. The philanthropic mom: a gift made in her name to a charitable cause close to her heart. 3. The Zen mom: a soothing object such as a coffee table fountain, meditation pillow, or a bonsai. 4. The travelling mom: a book all about her dream destination. 5. The busy mom: a homemade gift certificate offering to do a chore of her choice. 6. The sporty mom: a yearly membership at a sports club or a pass for the hiking trails in a federal or provincial park in her area. 7. The fashionista mom: a trendy accessory that she wouldn’t dare to buy on her own. 8. The mom who loves to pamper herself: a basket of beauty products, such as a home spa kit, makeup, or a skin care system. 9. The green mom: a domestic composter to help her reduce the amount of garbage she sends to the dump. 10. The cocooning mom: a cozy dressing gown or a good book to read in the late spring sun.
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JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor Sporting a throwback jersey last week, Logan Hermus reflected on his national midget AAA hockey championship and what it would mean to his late father, Ken. “He was always supportive of me,” the 17-year-old defenceman from Big Valley said as the Red Deer Optimist Chiefs gathered last Thursday at Red Deer Arena to celebrate the franchise’s second straight Telus Cup title. “I’m so blessed to have him looking over me, and doing this for him, I know he’d be proud. “In minor hockey, he was always there to support me, driving me to the rink. He wasn’t much of a hockey player, but I know he loved watching me play. It’s good to have this experience.” Hermus and the Chiefs blanked the Ottawa Junior 67’s 5-0 in the gold-medal game April 28 at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., the site of the weeklong national tournament. The previous day, Red Deer beat the Saskatoon Contacts 5-1 in a semifinal date that carried special significance for Hermus. “My dad passed away six years ago to the day of the semifinal,” he said. “It was tough, but he was a tremendous motivator for me while I was down there (in Ontario). “I just want to say that I’m blessed to do it for him, in his honour, to win the Telus Cup.” Hermus was just 11 when his father died, but he has memories of him to last a lifetime. “I just remember times like playing catch out in the yard, and just little things like that that I won’t ever forget,” he said. “I’m doing this for him and I’m really proud. “I was thinking about him a lot (during the Telus Cup) and I couldn’t get him off my mind. I was really happy that we won that.” His mother, Carol, and his grandparents made the trip to Sault Ste. Marie, sporting Red Deer colours in support of Hermus and the Chiefs. “It was probably one of the most amazing hockey experiences I’ve had in my life,” Hermus said after the Chiefs posed for Telus Cup photos in their home arena. “The host committee was excellent — they treated us like professionals — and I will probably never forget that experience. “We kind of had some hiccups in the round-robin, but we figured it out and we got to the semifinals and we managed to play our
best hockey in the last two games and we just steamrolled the last two teams. We didn’t let up.” There was no let up, too, in the support from back home. Even before the gold-medal game was televised nationally, Red Deer fans were in tune with the Chiefs’ progress in the Soo. “My mom told me I had tremendous support from her friends and family back home, and I had lots of texts from people in Stettler,” said Hermus, a prospect of the Western Hockey League’s Moose Jaw Warriors. “I really appreciate the support — people watching the (final) game and texting me and congratulating me. It means a lot, and I’m really proud to call Stettler and Big Valley my home. I couldn’t have done it without the people back in Big Valley and the Big Valley Arena and Stettler Minor Hockey (Association). I really appreciate what people have done for me.” It’s the second straight season a Big Valley boy has played with the nationalchampion Chiefs. Ty Mappin, now of the WHL’s Everett Silvertips, skated with Red Deer last season when the club was more commonly known as the Optimist Rebels. “At the beginning of the season, some of the older guys said that if we worked hard and we listened to what our coach had to say, and come to practice every time with 100 per cent effort, we could get another one of those (national) banners,” Hermus said. “At the time, I didn’t believe that was possible, but with all the hard work we put in, it really paid off. We deserved it.” Hermus didn’t log major minutes during the Telus Cup, but he tried to make the most of his opportunities on defence. “When I got my minutes, I made use of them and made sure I helped the team and gave guys a bit of a rest,” he said. “It was a good experience and it was great to be along for the ride and help the guys out, and be a part of it. “It’s been a tremendous experience this season. I’ve learned so many new things and just become a better player. I’m going to take that forward with me when I go and try out for my (junior) camps. I think that’s going to be greatly beneficial to me.” Hermus, who’s eligible to return to midget next season, is bound for Moose Jaw’s spring camp on the final weekend of May. He plans to return to Moose Jaw for the main camp in August. He might also try out with a junior A team.
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Big Valley native Logan Hermus, a 17-year-old defenceman, won the Telus Cup national midget AAA hockey championship with the Red Deer Optimist Chiefs. Red Deer shut out the Ottawa Junior 67’s 5-0 in the April 28 final at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. It marks the second straight year that Red Deer has won the Canadian crown.
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Last Thursday night at Red Deer Arena, the score-clock replicated the Red Deer Optimist Chiefs’ 5-0 win over the Ottawa Junior 67’s in the Telus Cup national midget hockey final April 28 at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
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The Stettler under-16 boys earned the silver medal Sunday in the Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament. In the back row (from left) are David Wiebe, Tanner Steinwand, Owen Moir, Tom Gustavson, Tim Ascah, John Langford, Daniel Bennett, Trey Nichols and coach Mitch Finkbiner. In the front row (from left) are Adam Pitzel, Nathan Hataley, Trey Stranquist, Reece Nichols, Scott Verhoeven, Eric Pitzel, Will Roberts and Rylee Jacobson (in the foreground).
Under-16 boys net silver medal at Camrose Stettler’s under-16 boys broke the ice last weekend with a silver-medal performance in the season-opening Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament. Stettler lost 6-1 to Lacombe in Sunday’s goldmedal game, after posting two shutout victories Saturday — 1-0 over Rocky Mountain House and 4-0 over Sylvan Lake. “Overall, it was a great way to start the season for this young under-16 team,” said Stettler coach Mitch Finkbiner, who has four second-year players and 13 rookies.
Scott Verhoeven scored the lone goal for Stettler, which trailed 3-0 at halftime. Rylee Jacobson was the Stettler keeper. In Saturday’s opener, Jacobson provided solid goaltending as Stettler blanked Rocky on an early goal from Verhoeven. Eric Pitzel tallied a pair of goals in Stettler’s win over Sylvan Lake. Verhoeven — on a nice pass from Tanner Steinwand — and John Langford netted the other goals.
Langford and Jacobson shared that shutout, as Jacobson blocked a penalty shot in the second half. “The second game was fast-paced,” Finkbiner said. “We were able to shut down the Sylvan Lake midfield and use the open space to our advantage.” Verhoeven’s goal early in the first half got Stettler off on the right foot. In league play this week, Stettler was scheduled to host Wetaskiwin on Tuesday night before meeting Rocky Mountain House on Thursday night at Lacombe.
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Taylor Chase, 16, of William E. Hay Composite High School was the lone Stettler representative at last weekend’s provincial high school badminton championships in Calgary. Chase was involved in a string of tight matches Friday and Saturday. placed third in round-robin play with a 1-2 record. Chase defeated Canmore’s Graeme Shea 21-14, 24-22, but lost a couple of tight matches Friday night and Saturday morning to Nico Labbe (22-20, 22-20) and Shublam Patel (21-18, 21-17), respectively. “Taylor’s final two opponents went on to win the gold and silver medals in the intermediate
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mate John Langford, son of Chris. “This was really the first season I started putting more time into badminton, and it paid off,” Chase said. Soon after he was eliminated from playoff contention Saturday, Chase headed to Camrose, where he joined his Stettler under-18 soccer teammates for a season-opening tournament. The school badminton season wraps up this weekend for students in Grade 9 and under, as Red Deer hosts the CWAJHAA championships.
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GETTING THEIR KICKS — Braden Deagle and the Stettler under-18 boys go up against Rocky Mountain House during the seasonopening Camrose soccer tournament last Saturday. Stettler won that game 4-0, after posting a 3-0 win over Sylvan Lake. In Sunday’s final, a short-staffed Stettler squad lost 4-0 to Lacombe.
Contributed photo by Loray Photography
The Stettler under-16 girls opened their season with a silver-medal performance in the Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament on the weekend. They had a 2-1 record.
Silver lining for under-16 girls The Stettler under-16 girls won the silver medal at the Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament on the weekend. “This was the opening tournament of the season and the Stettler girls opened it up with a very strong showing,” said coach Brad Newton. “They dominated the first two games with a 6-0 score in both games.” In the final, Stettler lost to Rocky Mountain House in the dying minutes. “The third game was very even, as the Stettler girls overcame a flu bug and injuries,” Newton said. “They played with heart and did very well. “It was an even game till the last few minutes, when Rocky Mountain House
got a shot in and scored. “The girls never gave up, but ran out of time and proudly took the silver. The coaching staff is very impressed with the team and we’re looking forward to a strong season.” Last season. Newton coached the Stettler under-18 boys to a provincial championship. At the Camrose tournament this past weekend, both under-16 teams and the under-18 boys were among the Stettler clubs who won silver medals — and reported results to the Independent. Other teams are invited to do so by emailing editor@stettlerindependent. com or phoning 403-740-4426.
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MRS. JUNE MARY SANDBERG 1926 - 2013 Mrs. June Sandberg passed away following a struggle with liver cancer in Drumheller, Alberta surrounded by her children on May 2, 2013 at the age of 86 years. June is survived by her loving children Bruce (Val) Sandberg, Ingrid (Keith) Saffran, Blaine Sandberg (Kim Welton), Penny Brockhurst, Chris Sandberg, Karen (Bob) Fisher, Connie Sandberg, Nancy (Gary) Huffman, Dean Sandberg (Christina Faulkner) and Dan Sandberg. 30 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, brother Bob Pearson, sisters Elsie Griesheimer, Leslie McMunn and Rita Ness, as well as many other relatives and dear friends. June Mary Pearson was born on June 4, 1926 at Bashaw, Alberta. June grew up on a farm South of Bashaw the second daughter born to Reginald and Hazel Pearson. She had many fun filled days with her 5 sisters and 2 brothers. School was a long walk into town and was sometimes difficult for her. Her first jobs were grading eggs and then as an operator at the telephone office in Bashaw. As an young woman, June met Alf Sandberg and on June 14, 1949, June and Alf were married. Together they raised their large family of 10 children in Bashaw and in later years Calgary, Alberta. The family loved to picnic, swim and have family outings. June’s family was her pride and joy and she never tired of them, spending as much time together as possible. June served faithfully in the Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Bashaw and later in her church calling, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Her kindness and unfailing service to her family was unprecedented and will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her. A funeral service for the late Mrs. June Sandberg was held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 5901 40th Avenue, Stettler, Alberta on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of June, memorial contributions may be made to the Humanitarian Fund of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services who have been entrusted with the care and arrangements, 403.742.3315. Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com
WEBER My heartfelt thanks for the ‘Award of Excellence’ presented to me at the Stettler Music Festival Grand Concert. Considering the volunteer and artistic talent so prevalent in Stettler and district I am humbled by this honour. I cherish the good times we have shared, and I look forward to continuing to help in whatever way I can to keep Stettler a musical happening place. ~With deepest thanks and gratitude, Veronica Weber
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I would like to thank all those who voted over the last month to allow me to serve on the Alberta Funeral Service Regulatory Board for a three year commitment. It is a real privilege and pleasure to be able to represent the interests of the profession of funeral service in such remarkable towns that we serve. To those that have sent best wishes, I thank you; it means so much to me for the confidence that you have placed on me. Please keep in touch, if I can help you with any concerns you may have. I look forward to remaining in our communities to further serve families along with the compassionate staff of Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium. With thanks Verna Rock
SMITH (nee Coons) Hazel Marie Smith was born July 7, 1924 in Hanna, Alberta. She was raised in the Craigmyle area until she was about six; where she loved to be outdoors with the horses and dog. Hazel along with Grandma and Grandpa Ludlow, uncle Austin and her sister June moved to Bluffton, Alberta where she took her schooling at Bluff Center. When she was fifteen she went to work at the lumber mill camp as a cook. Her day was a very long day as she cooked three meals a day for approximately fifty men. Her day began at five AM and ended when clean up was done after supper. When she was eighteen she moved to Vancouver and worked in a rooming house, cooking and cleaning. She enjoyed it there and loved the beautiful scenery but being a small town girl she eventually moved back to live in the Stettler area where she met and married the love of her life Dewey Smith. To this union four children were born: Albert, Marge, Cheryl and Susan. Hazel was an excellent homemaker and there was nothing she enjoyed more than her family. Hazel enjoyed crocheting, gardening and sewing. She made each of her children, grandchildren and even most of the great grandchildren stuffed carousel horses. She was very involved in the Erskine United Church and the UCW. She loved to floor curl and in 19?? she was part of the team that included her husband Dewey, Don Volker and Bruce Johnston that won the gold medal in the Seniors Games in Grand Prairie. In recent times she enjoyed playing cards every night with her friends in Heart Haven. Hazel passed away peacefully on April 29, 2013 at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton surrounded by her family. Hazel was predeceased by her husband Dewy, her sisters Rose, Nonie, Maysie, Gail and June, her brothers Jim and Gordon. She leaves to mourn, her loving family: Albert (Lynn) Smith of Bentley, Marjorie (Hans) Bauman of Erskine, Cheryl Smith of Stettler and Susan Daigle of Stettler; ten grandchildren: Trevor Smith, Troy (Lori) Smith, Tyler (Irene) Smith, Tim (Jacey) Smith, Darren (Rebecca) Bauman, Kevin (Dana) Bauman, Georgia (Greg) Copeland, Adam (Kim) Hymers, Tamara (Johnny) Castuciano and Chantelle Daigle; seventeen great grandchildren; one great great grandson; sisters Jeanine (Ed) Shaw and Dorothy (Carey) Marchand; brother Norman Coons; sisters in law Nellie Wells and Marge Shannon; brother in law Archie Smith (Gertie Savage); numerous nieces, nephews, other family and many dear friends. A celebration of Hazel’s life was held on Saturday, May 4, 2013 in the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home with Reverend Ross Helgeton officiating. Hazel was laid to rest at the Erskine Cemetery, Erskine, Alberta with her husband Dewey. Memorial donations may be made in memory to Erskine United Church or a charity of your choice c/o Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium, Box 1780, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0, 403-742-3422, who were entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. To send or view condolences to the family, please visit www.stettlerfuneralhome.com
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May 14 at Stettler Board of Trade 7:30 p.m. Everyone Welcome
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THE STETTLER HEALTH SERVICES gratefully acknowledges the generosity of the following donors Agnes Rushton Alan & Carolyne Willis Anne King Barbara Nattestad Baltimore Financial Services Ltd. Blanche McKay Bryce & Verna Mailer Calvin & Wendy Blauel Charlie & Jeanne Usher Dale & Debbie Simon Darlene Brandon Dave & Brenda McLellan Dawn McKay Delores & Julius Duris Dennis & Judy Becklund Diane & Fred Buller Don & Joanne Vallett Doris Johnson Dorothy & Earl Baltimore Doug & Theresa Tempest Douglas & Mavis Smith Edgar & Pauline Scheerschmidt Elpha & Ron Senft Evelyn Wason Fern Lindstrom Frances Hallett Herbert & Gerda Mueller Ina Schiffner Jackie & Murray Anderson Jean Lindstrom Jean Chapman John & Bonnie Ireland John & Ella Kisser Karl & Trudy Sideritsch Lyle & Betty Smith Marleen McNeill Neil & Deneen Brown Noreen Woolsey Norma & Deryl Norman Oris Rider Family Pat Lattery Phyllis & Lloyd Clark Robert & Jonni Hegberg Ron & Marilyn Potter Stan & Dorothy Anderson Teresa Kowalchuk Ward Krejci William & Debbie Hegberg William & Eva Snodgrass
24TH ANNUAL RED DEER ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE. May 11 & 12. Sat., 10 - 6 & Sun., 10 - 5. Westerner Exposition Grounds. Over 350 sales tables. Canadiana furniture and collectibles. Carswell’s 403-343-1614 DINE & DANCE May 16 Stettler Legion Hall Dance to a live band: Old Tyme Aires Hawaiian Night Cocktails: 5 p.m. Supper: 6 p.m. Dance: 7-10 p.m. Catered by: Gobbles Food Express Tickets $17.50/person, Dance only $10/person Available at the door Sponsored by: Stettler Seniors Social Society Everyone Welcome Young & Old!
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Mother’s Day Strawberry Pancake Breakfast 10 a.m., Birdhouse Auction noon and Music Jam to follow. Sunday, May 12 at the Donalda Drop-In Centre.
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Willow Canyon Drive-In Movie “Parental Guidance”, a family comedy, on the big outdoor screen, Saturday, May 11 at dusk (approx. 9:30 p.m.) Enjoy this unique experience in the Donalda Coulees. Concession open. Phone 403-883-2100 for more information.
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SPOTTED Valley Ranch (Bashaw) requires 2 Farm workers to: Plant, harvest & tend to crops; Operate/maintain equipment; Feed & tend to animals; Cleaning; Detect crop/ livestock health problems; Examine produce quality & prepare for market. Requirements: Experience an asset, driver’s licence, Basic farm knowledge. $12.27/hr. (40hrs/wk). E-mail: jobappanswers@ outlook.com
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AN ALBERTA OILFIELD construction company is hiring dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction 780-723-5051 CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL GAS CO-OP LTD. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required. Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net. Fax 780-864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.
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NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season. Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes @newcartcontracting.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets. NOW LOCATED IN DRAYTON VALLEY. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959
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Red Willow Community Hall Sunday, May 12 9–11 a.m.
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RETAIL SALES - STETTLER We are looking to ďŹ ll a position at our Stettler location. Retail experience would be an asset. Must have a motivated personality & ability to multi-task. A desire to provide exceptional customer service as well as exceptional interpersonal skills are a must.
Please email resumes to troy.authon@altawide.com or fax to 403-742-8200. Attn: Troy Auton or drop off at the store at 6810 - 50 Avenue, Stettler. While we welcome all applicants, preference will be be given to those with retail sales & cashier experience.
Oilfield
Annual General Meeting Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:30 PM. Stettler Hospital Conference Room
Supper provided Come to the AGM, find out what we do, and how you can help sustain the operation of Victim Services. Board members are needed to help with program govenance. Front line advocates are needed to provide direct services to victims. Application packages can be picked up at Stettler detachment and will also be available at the AGM.
Company paid benefit plan and RRSP. Please send resumes to: resume@ nexusengineering.ca
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Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain relationships and further expand existing accounts • Support stock levels at customer’s locations • Prospect new accounts and develop into established customers • Assess customer sales volume, product interests • Manage customer requests and quotes • Demonstrate an understanding of company products and services Job Requirements: • 2+ years in a ďŹ eld sales position • No fear or prospecting/drop-in in person sales calls • A good reference for your skill abilities • Clear communication skills and professional • Willingness and desire to learn • Good time management skills • Self starter and minimal supervision • Previous sales in industrial, safety, automotive supplies an asset • Valid driver’s license We offer: • Competitive wages based on qualiďŹ ations • BeneďŹ t package offered after three months employment Send Resume in conďŹ dence to ben@bountyonsite.com
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16 WEEKS TO WELDER 1st Year Apprentice! GPRC Grande Prairie and Fairview Campuses. 12 weeks theory, 4 weeks practicum. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
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CLARK BUILDERS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRES SUPERINTENDENTS for the Regina & Saskatoon areas. 5 - 10 years Commercial Construction Experience. Contact us at: 1-877-416-6815. Email: careers @clarkbuilders.com. Fax 1-888-403-3051 EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ Caterpillar Mechanic training. GPRC Fairview Campus. High school diploma, mechanical aptitude required. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca EXP’D CARPENTER or Labourer Needed. Must have own transportation. Phone 403-742-7765 or email resume jp-contracting@ hotmail.com FAST TRACK to Parts and Materials Technician. 34 week program at GPRC Fairview Campus. Fall, 2014. Write 1st and 2nd year apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca LABOURERS AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS (hoe, dozer, grader) needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces. Apply to: resumes@gcsenergy.ca or fax to 780-888-2100. More info at www.gcsenergy.ca LEVEL 2 WATER and Waste Water Operator required for Elinor Lake Resort. Call 780-623-3993.
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Family Literacy Coordinator - .5 position Stettler Adult Learning Council is seeking a Coordinator for the Family Literacy Program. This position involves all aspects of program coordination as well as promotion, evaluation and supervision of facilitators. Candidates should have: • Knowledge of early childhood development with a relevant postsecondary degree or diploma or equivalent experience • Good organizational and administrative skills • Solid communication, team building and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently • Good computer skills, proficient with MS Office • Class 5 Driver’s License, reliable vehicle
is looking for:
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WE OFFER: • Steady employment • Good compensation • Flexible hours • No evening or Sunday work
resume@capemfg.ca CLARK BUILDERS REQUIRES OUT OF TOWN SURVEYORS. Must have commercial construction experience. Contact us at: 1-877-416-6815. Email: careers @clarkbuilders.com. Fax 1-888-403-3051
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Free Flower for the first 50 Mothers HEARTLAND VICTIM SERVICES
Duties will include: * Design of equipment using 3D CAD * Shop Testing of Prototypes * Support to manufacturing for existing products
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Nexus Engineering requires a full time permanent MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER. This position will involve the design and product development of Coil Tubing Pressure Control Equipment.
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering * Eligibility for registration with APEGA * Strong mechanical A&W is a Canadian success aptitude and interest in story with over 700 franchised working with equipment restaurants across Canada. * Solidworks experience Canalta Food Services Ltd. an asset * Creativity and attention is a major A&W franchisee, owning and operating to detail required. 30 restaurants across Alberta and Saskatchewan. * 3 - 5 yrs. exp. preferred.
Honouring VICTORIA CHAPTER #14 ORDER of the EASTERN STAR 100th Anniversary 1913-2013 Saturday, May 11 2 - 4 p.m. Stettler United Church
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Job qualifications:
As an A&W employee you receive: • An opportunity to advance and grow within CMJ Foods Ltd. • Food discounts • Competitive pay (annual salary 42,000/year paid weekly, opportunity for quarterly bonuses) • A great working climate • Health BeneďŹ ts (eligible after six months)
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Service Rig Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd. is seeking qualified candidates to fill Floorhand, Derrickhand and Driller positions. These positions are locally based. Applicants must have all necessary valid tickets for the position applied for. Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary & benefits package along with a steady work schedule. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-258-3197 Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
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Are you interested in working in the RAIL industry? SWITCHING CONDUCTORS/OPERATORS Cando, an employee-owned company supplying specialized rail services across Canada, is currently seeking Switching Conductors/Operators for its railcar switching services in the Edmonton area. Duties include: Çľ performing yard switching in a safe and efficient manner Çľ building trains according SO008140 to instructions and requirements Çľ switching and inspection of railcars Çľ minor repair and regular maintenance to company locomotives Other requirements are good team work skills, customer service skills, being physically fit for the job, good reading skills, technology and computer skills that relate to the job and ability to work a rotating shift schedule. Casual, shift work with 0-44 hours/week. Opportunities to work full time. candoltd.com SUBMIT RESUME Fax: 780-418-2365 Email: jason.smith@candoltd.com
Allied Vessel Fabrication is a young aggressive company looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If you enjoy a fast paced, positive work environment, pride yourself on having an eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and consider yourself reliable please send your resume - Allied manufactures oil & gas production equipment from our facility in Stettler, AB. We are now accepting resumes for:
Welder; structural skids. Experienced, Journeyman or Apprentice. Allied Fabrication offers competitive wages, a health & wellness program, access to overtime hours, and the opportunity to advance your career. Please send resumes to: Fax: 1-888-526-0274 or Email: careers@alliedfab.com
PHONE 403-741-7841 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
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TORNADO Combustion Technologies Inc.
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Maverick OilÀeld Services is the leading provider of Oil & Gas Construction and Transportation Services. Delivering safe, eŋcient, innovative quality solutions with our highly skilled team. Maverick Oilfield Services Ltd. is seeking a Journeyman or registered apprentice Heavy Boom truck operator for its operations for lifting, moving oilfield equipment, materials, over dimensional loads, etc. within Company service and cost objectives.
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MILLWRIGHT/MACHINIST in just 16 weeks. GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Gain entry level skills in one or both trades. Write 1st year AIT exams. Hands-on experience with millwright and machinist equipment. Call 780-539-2911 gprc.ab.ca
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MILLWRIGHT AND MACHINIST Combination. 16 week course gives entry level skills. Write 1st year millwright and/or machinist apprenticeship exam. GPRC Grande Prairie Campus, 1-888-539-2934; www.gprc.ab.ca.
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PUT POWER INTO YOUR CAREER! As a Fairview Power Engineer. On-campus boiler lab. 4th and 3rd Class. Affordable residences. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
Prism Integrated Solutions Inc.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
LINE LOCATING ASSISTANT REQUIRED
Varied duties, be willing to train, but must have farm background. Send resumes to kevin@ centrallinelocating.com Fax 403-747-3535 Office: 403-747-3017
850
Trades
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.
CRUDE SERVICES INC.
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is now hiring
Class 1 Drivers for transporting Dangerous Goods Experience driving Super B, Tridem, and Body-Job units is an asset.
860
Truckers/ Drivers
We offer top industry wages, group benefits package, company RRSPs as well as scheduled days off.
Is looking to fill the following positions: • Journeyman / Apprentice Welders • Service and Vent Assembly Tech • QC / Safety Manager - Experience a must • Shop Labor Hands
860
Truckers/ Drivers
in Forestburg
To Work in Bashaw AB Shop, this position is responsible for the Mechanical Maintenance, repairs, servicing, inspections and rigging up of A&Bs on highway trailer and truck fleet. The Majority of this position’s duties will be involved with trailer repairs.
Fax resume: 780-372-4238 Email: jobs@abpipeliners.com
850
Trades
WORKERS FOR gravel crushing operation in east central Alberta. Skilled or will train. Experienced foreman also needed. Email: fitzcons@telus.net. Fax 780-842-5556. Phone 780-842-5227.
850
Start Date: ASAP Compensation: Competitive wage, full benefits Qualifications: Alberta on Highway Heavy Duty Equipment Technician. Journeyman Certificate Condition of Employment: Valid Drivers License
850
Trades
850
Trades
Trades
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS
SAND & GRAVEL
Seeking Full Time CLASS 1 Driver
Please send resumes: Fax: 403-742-4181 Email: jobs@crudeservices.ca Call: 403-742-4189
Home every night, based close to Stettler. Safety tickets required. Benefits available. Send resume to:
Fax: 403-742-8834 Email: info@jmtltd.ca For more information contact Crystal at 403-742-9587
Wages based on experience. Competitive benefit package.
Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
E-mail resumes to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net
Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY
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
Helping You Make Informed Decisions Serving Stettler and Central Alberta
Stettler’s Best Read Real Estate Section Reaches Buyers and Sellers Where They Live, Work and Farm
~ Properties Listed from $45,000 to 1,000,000 ~ ACREAGES AND LAND Farm w/Residence - Buffalo Lake area, 145 acres, Barns, outbuildings, spacious two-story. 5 Acres, Bare Land - Stettler area, come build your dream home. 24 Acres, Bare Land -Big Valley area, nicely treed, close to paved road. 5 Acres, Bare Land - 5 minutes to Stettler. - An independent Acreage w/Residence - Erskine area, barn/ triple car garage rolling hills. member broker shelter, Bare Lot – Red Willow, Main Street, Build your country dream home. COMMERCIAL Hair Salon/Spa, Castor - well maintained, established, recent upgrades. Commercial Property - Erskine area, 1- 40x40 shop and 1- 64x68 shop. ALIX, BIG VALLEY, CASTOR, CORONATION, HALKIRK, PELICAN POINT Cozy home – Coronation, all on one level, three lots, large master bedroom. Bungalow – Castor, scenic lot, peaceful view of aeration fountain. Gwen Lee Lynn Engel Heritage Home – Big Valley, large family room, gsells4u@telus.net lynneng@telus.net ample garage, large back yard.
landmark realty
Candor Realty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Snowden
Karen Cannady
4908 - 51 Street
SOLD
3 BDRM, 2 BATH MOBILE on its own lot with cozy family room addition, solarium for summer use and detached garage. $169,000.
IDEAL HOME for your growing family. Open concept with 4 bedrooms/ 3 baths and 2,958 sq. ft. of living space. “A Must See”. $320,000.
IF YOU ARE JUST STARTING OUT don’t overlook this well maintained 3 bedroom bungalow with finished bsmt., nice deck and large fenced yard. $169,900.
REDUCED
BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED 1.5 storey home. New windows, insulation, wiring, bathrooms and so much more. Lovely landscaped yard. $159,900.
Locally owned & operated
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Affordable Bungalow – Halkirk, on two lots, affordable, covered porch. Bungalow – Big Valley, located on two lots, main floor laundry, fenced yard. Bungalow – Halkirk, newer, large mature lot, all on one floor. Single Wide Mobile – Alix, many upgrades, chain link fence, mature yard. Bi-Level – Halkirk, Move in ready, completely finished, 40x40 Garage. Lakefront/Pelican Point – Yr/Rnd, 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Att. Garage STETTLER Excellent Family Home – Stettler, vaulted living room ceiling, hardwood floors, gas fireplace. Completely Finished Home – Stettler, open concept, engineered flooring, main floor laundry. Move in ready Home – Stettler, freshly painted, easy care flooring, 2 new bathrooms. Condo – Stettler, Great lighting, extra wide hallways and doorways, no stairs, gas fireplace. Bungalow – Stettler – Vaulted ceilings, laminate flooring, low maintenance/landscaped yard. Tri-Plex Unit – Stettler, Like new, move in ready, open concept, walk in closet.
www.suttonlandmarkrealty.com 5010 - 50 Street, Stettler
403-742-4080
COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES * BUSY RESTAURANT on main street with 2 store fronts and 2 revenue suites.
GREAT LOCATION close to schools and downtown. Four bedroom home, large covered deck and a dream garage with front and back access. $284,000.
1st Choice Realty
403-742-6747
* SIX OFFICE PROFESSIONAL BUILDING one block off main street.
4913 - 51 Street
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Independently Owned and Operated
Associate
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Over 26 Years of Experience
5002 - 50th Ave., Stettler
Diamond Award Recipient
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.
Historic home with original character on double lot. 2 Blocks off Main Street. Many upgrades. $289,900.
Huge beautiful home in quiet cul-de-sac. Large well landscaped yard with mature trees. Asking $465,000.
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Specializing In
ROYAL LEPAGE
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.
New flooring and fresh paint. Clean home with double garage. Close to schools. Paved RV pad Only $287,000. Call now!
Chances are we'll sell your home, why not call us first!
Close to Schools and a short walk to downtown! Charming 2 storey home features 4 bdrms, 2 baths, open floor plan, hardwood flooring, fireplace, oversized single garage with RV parking. #CA319920. $218,900.
Unusual Find! 22 Acres, drilled well, scenic. #CA0009771. $79,900.
NEW
New Price
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.
2 Adjoining lots between Main Street and schools. Zoned R2. Many possibilities. $199,900 list price.
1/2 Section - Grass, 3 dugouts, power, drilled wells. Located near Gadsby. #CA0009805.
Immaculate 2 bedroom half duplex. Open concept design, main floor laundry, smoke/pet free home. Basement to be finished the way you want. #CA0003777. $199,000.
Affordable! Large family home. Fully developed. Big garage. Great location. A must see at $239,500. Don't wait!
Seniors! Total independence. No stairs. Spacious home. Beautiful kitchen. Walk uptown. $219,500. Nice!
4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER
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CENTRAL
Doug Roberts Broker/Owner
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
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CA0005834 CA0013494
Well maintained home and garage with basement suite - on large lot 50x 140, well treed, convenient to all amenities. $149,000. Call Atie.
CA0004983 CA0004854
3 bdrms, 2 baths, Close to downtown. New shingles, very tidy. $258,000. Call Ross.
CA0011872
Jill Fisher Associate/Owner
Apryl Cassidy Manager/Owner
Brian Lynn Associate Broker
Norma Leslie Associate Broker
Garry Rushton Associate
Edna Stuart Associate Broker
Atie Turnbull Associate
Kyle Ramstad Associate
Call Sales Associate today for FREE or enquiries. Calla aCentral Central "Team" "Team" Sales Associate today for FREE adviceadvice or enquiries.
CA0012886 CA0006068 NEW
CA0006156 CA0013168 NEW
Perfect location, perfect size, perfect price. Newer close to everything. $220,000. Call Edna.
Wade Stormoen Associate
Ross Scheerschmidt Associate
CALL 403-742-3344 CALL 403-742-3344(24 (24hrs.) hrs.) CA0001500 CA323835
CA0012812 CA0003042
CA0012070 CA327291
New cabin, priced to sell at $249,000. Located in Buffalo Sands. Call Brian.
Immaculate 4 bdrm 2 bath home, only 3 years old. $350,000. Call Doug.
Very affordable home or increase your portfolio as a rental property. $159,000. Call Jill.
CA0002140 CA0006627
CA0002485 CA0012118
CA0012074 CA0005181
CA0011017 CA319970
CA327345 CA0006873
3 bdrm home on double lot with nicely landscaped yard. $184,000. Call Wade.
3 Bdrm 2 bath home in adult living area. 1400 sq. ft all on one level with attached garage. $310,000. Call Doug.
Cutest starter home around. Many new upgrades, including double garage. $145,000. Call Jill.
Small affordable home in Big Valley newer siding shingles and windows. $69,000. Call Ross.
Cozy bi-level. Built 2004. Detached garage. Fenced, and ready for a new family. $312,500. Call Atie.
CA322327 CA0000133
CA008898 CA322327
CA0012243 CA0001726
CA0006068 CA0004983
CA0012237 CA0003465
Year round home ready to move into. So many beautiful features that one must certainly see it to believe it. $725,000. Call Brian.
BEAUTIFUL bungalow in GRANDVIEW! Many upgrades, new shingles & eavestroughs. $289,000. Call Doug.
1998 mobile on own lot, unique floor plan. Priced to sell @ $159,900. Call Edna.
3 bdrm modular home with nicely landscaped yard in Erskine. $139,000. Call Ross or Wade.
d CA0002485 Reduce
CA0001379
CA0001271
3 bdrm townhouse. Nice interior with modern feature and appliances. $199,900. Call Jill
4 bdrm 2 bath well built home on 1.45 acres. Nice rec room with hot tub & entertainment area. $420,000. Call Doug.
3 bdrm 2 bath mobile on its own lot. Great starter. $92,000. Call Edna.
NEW
CA0004259
Back secluded lot at Scenic Sands small cabin with bunks. Treed and ready for your summer retreat plans. $149,000.
Just move in 5 bdrm split level Built in 2005. $272,000. Call Jill.
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159 acres, with newer home, shop, and a beautiful view! $1,100,000. Call Garry.
3 bdrm 2 bath mobile home on a quiet cul-de-sac, close to school, shopping & golfing. First time buyers, come have a look! $110,000. Call Garry.
CA0009433
CA324317
1/2 bdrm home 2 blks from Main St Large fenced lot single garage. $187,000. Call Doug.
Beautiful Acreage, to build your own Home. 5.78 Acres in Jewel Estates. Price Reduced to $69,900. Call Wade.
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Truckers/ Drivers
860
Trades
850
Arnett & Burgess is now accepting applications for the following: NGC is a leading service provider, responding to customer’s needs in the Natural Gas compression industry, supplying quality We have immediate openings for the following:
Clean abstract. Must have experience moving heavy equipment that is related to pipeline construction. BeneďŹ ts available. Please fax resumes to 780-372-4238 Or email to: jobs@abpipeliners.com
FIELD SERVICE TECH (STETTLER) Duties include the following: •
Misc. Help
880
BUSINESS DIRECTORY Business Services #1000 - #1430
CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER
•
is currently looking for a full time
FOAM APPLICATOR/ LABOURER H2S Alive, WHMIS, First Aid Required No experience necesssary. Will provide on the job training. Competitive wages
Fax resume to 403-742-5425
Rally Rentals Help Wanted Full-time Customer Service Personnel • Must have mechanical knowledge • Work independently • Possess excellent communication skills Submit resume for review to: rallyrentals@telus.net or drop off at 5504 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
Develop customer relationships and deliver exceptional customer service. Perform customer maintenance and service work in the Natural Gas Industry.
Candidate must be highly organized, possess excellent verbal communication skills and be able to function as part of a team. This position may require extended hours of work, and possible weekends, must have a valid class 5 driver’s license, the successful candidate will be required to supply a current drivers abstract, prior to employment Experience with Cat, White, Waukesha, Ariel, would be an Asset. The successful candidate will be expected to follow our Core Values Our Core Values are: “Integrity�, “Respect�, “Dependability� “Striving to Improve� If you are interested in joining our company, please reply with your resume to: NGC Compression Solutions Mail: PO Box 1654, Stettler, AB T0C 2L1 Fax: (403) 742-5803 Email: dave.mclean@ngc-ltd.com Please note that only those being requested for interviews will be contacted
is currently seeking
GasďŹ tter / Crane Truck Operator
To operate in central Alberta. Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant OilďŹ eld Safety CertiďŹ cates required.
Please apply with resume to:
Midwest Propane Rimbey, AB. Call: 403 843-8430, Fax: 403 843-8460 or by email to: ken@midwestpropane.ca
Automotive
Accounting .......................... 1010 Acupuncture........................1020 Advocate/Mediation ............1025 Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027 Automotive ..........................1029 Bands & DJ s ......................1030 Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040 Bookkeeping .......................1050 Cabinet Makers...................1054 Child Care/Caregivers .........1060 Carpentry............................1062 Car Rentals .........................1064 Cat Work .............................1065 Cleaning .............................1070 Clerical................................1080 Construction .......................1085 Consulting...........................1090 Contractors ......................... 1100 Computer Services ..............1110 Drafting & Design................ 1120 Eavestroughing ................... 1130 Educational ......................... 1140 Electrical ............................. 1150 Entertainment ..................... 1160 Escorts................................ 1165 Farm Equipment ................. 1168 Financial ............................. 1170 Fireplaces ........................... 1175 Flooring............................... 1180 Food/Catering ..................... 1190 Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193 Glass Shops ....................... 1196 Mobile Glass Shops............ 1197 Handyman Services ...........1200 Health Care......................... 1210 Income Tax .........................1220 Insurance ............................ 1130 Landscaping .......................1240 Land Mapping .....................1250 Legal Services ....................1260 Limousine Services ............1270 Massage Therapy ...............1280 Mechanical .........................1285 Misc. Services ....................1290 Moving & Storage ...............1300 Oilfield .................................1305 Painters/Decorators ............ 1310 Personal Services ............... 1315 Pet Services ....................... 1318 Photography .......................1320 Plumbing & Heating ............1330 Printing................................1335 Rental - Equipment .............1340 Rental - Misc .......................1350 Repair Service ....................1360 Roofing ...............................1370 Snow Removal....................1380 Travel ..................................1385 Upholstery ..........................1390 Well Drilling ........................1400 Welding ............................... 1410 Window Cleaning ................1420 Yard Care ............................1430
Accounting
880
Bounty Onsite Inc. Stettler is currently seeking a positive, energetic individual to ďŹ ll the position of Purchasing and Inventory Control (Parts Person). The Purchasing and Inventory Control will be responsible for keeping records of parts and inventory received. Basic duties: • Responsible for the purchasing, procurement, shipping, receiving and maintenance of inventory. • Maintain inventory control records, monthly reports. • Ensure everything required for the operation is acquired at the right time with the best price requirements and rush orders (hot shots) are expedited accordingly. • Prepare requisition orders to replenish parts, supplies, monitoring core returns and warranties. • Monitor accuracy of all inventory levels, recommending any necessary changes to management and resolving any inventory discrepancies in a timely manner. • Implement an inventory management system. • Coordinated the movements of goods from vendors and returns. • Responsible for time to time supplier evaluation. QualiďŹ ed candidates should have or a combination of the following: • Trade CertiďŹ cate related to Parts/Inventory • Ability to utilize multiple computer programs, including Microsoft Suite and database software • 2+ Years experience in a parts position • Knowledge of OilďŹ eld, Industrial, Safety, Automotive products • Clean Driver’s Abstract/Valid Class 5 License • Ability to operate forklift in a safe and responsible manner
JT AUTO BODY LTD.
Welcome Home! Celebrating the birth of your child? Share your happy news with family & friends with a special announcement in the Classifieds “Announcement� section.
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Caregivers
1060
DAY HOME I have 3 avail. spots, ages 1 to 4 years old. Please contact me thru e-mail with your name & phone number and I’ll contact you. sandra.berg@gmx.com
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Cleaning
K K Keen een Klean lean • Carpet Cleaning • Carpet • Upholstry Cleaning Cleaning • Window Washing 403-742-6970
Guy Chapman, CA Chris Annand, CA Kendra Walgenbach, CA Naomi Roth, CGA
1100
-Residential -Commercial -Farm Buildings -Renovations
P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
Buzz Andersen Serving Stettler area over 35 years
Thorogood Pinches
403-742-1330 Drafting & Design
Certified General Accountants 4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
1120
All types of Electrical Installation & Maintenance
1170
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Furnace Cleaning
1193
Stettler Furnace Cleaning Qualified and Reputable
1196
• Locks repinned & installed • Windshields repaired & installed • Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors • All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628
C.R. GLASS
LTD.
“Your Service Specialistsâ€? • Residential • Commercial • Automotive Needs
403-742-4431 Toll free 1-877-742-4431 e-mail: gkdpca@gkdpca.com website:
RAILSIDE DESIGN GALEN WIEBE
www.gkdpca.com
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN
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5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686 galen@railsidedesign.com
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Whatever You’re Selling... We Have The Paper You Need! CLASSIFIEDS 1-877-223-3311
AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
Quality Collision Repair and Professional Service‌ Guaranteed! Find out more about us at: www.brennanautobody.com
CALL NOW TO FIND OUT MORE
Phone: 403-742-3555 4109 - 48 Avenue, Stettler
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Construction
1085
1210
Serving Central Alberta for 50 years
780-372-3854 www.bashawconcrete.com
1100
sales@bashawconcrete.com
Contractors
1100
1260
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE
IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial. Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346
Proctor Picker Service Ltd. Oilfield, Construction, SECOR Certification
(780) 608-4468
Stettler Professional Building
DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).
LL. B.
4819 51 Street
403-742-3411
Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.
TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca
Plumbing & Heating
Fax 403-742-2522 ourlaw2@telus.net
BRYON D. BALTIMORE of McCuaig Desrochers
Gary G. Grant Law Office Phone: 403-742-4437 CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com
Dr. Patricia Ross Dr. P.G. Wilson Dr. D.A. Heimdahl Misc. OPTOMETRISTS
Services
• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning & Pumps • 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize
Stettler Ph.
Open Monday to Friday 9:00a.m to 4:00p.m. (Closed over lunch & on holidays)
Comprehensive eye health and vision exams Top quality frames, lenses and contacts Treatment of eye disease, injuries and surgical co-management
Phone 403-742-2683 New patients welcome
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403-742-5237
Yard Care
1430
Colour enhanced whole tree woodchip mulch. Variety of earth tone colours. www.mulchpeople.ca
403-740-3610
BRIAN HALLETT LAWN & GARDEN CARE Town & Country Big or Small ‌WE DO IT ALL! Phone: 403-742-5830 Please leave a message if no answer
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Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
RUBBER DUCK YARD CARE
3R
Management
403-742-3007
M.S., R.Aud 4806 – 51 Ave., Stettler, AB 403-742-EARS(3277)
1330
Phone 403-742-2529
Stettler, Alberta Box 1796 Phone 403-742-2998
Jacquie Mvula,
1315
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
Optometrist
Ponoka, Alta. 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 Coronation Office 403-578-3221 Hanna Office 403-854-3003 www.4YourEyesOnly.ca
• 28 Ton Picker • Trailer • Spreader Bar • Manbasket proctorpicker@hotmail.com
Personal Services
4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Misc. Services
1305
Oilfield
Lori R. Reule
Dr. KERRY WONG
Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON
CSA Approved Septic Tanks Since 1988
Legal Services
2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982
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4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
One block East of Scotia Bank
Barristers and Solicitors Advocates
Randy Long
i S Monrafting
Phone: 403-742-6612 Cell: 780-935-0540 Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca
4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta
LAW OFFICE
HEARTLAND GLASS
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CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
Chiropractor
ANDERSON
403-742-3418 Glass Shops
Ph 403-741-4483 Fax 403-742-4560 trufence@live.ca
Bus.: 403-742-2553 Res.: 403-742-0370
House Plan Design (Beside A & W) Small Commercial Shop Drawings Health As Builts g Care r e b l
Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson
Verle Klassen
4912 - 51 Street Stettler, AB Open Mon. - Sat.
4607 - 59 St., Stettler
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“Contact us for all your fencing needs�
-Gitzel Krejci Building
403-742-2520
403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)
Good Fences Make Good Neighbours!
Chiropractor
“If It’s Electrical We Do It�
Financial
1290
Tru-Fence
Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage
DR. D.G. BECKLUND
403-742-6970 403-740-9782
Contractors
PERFORMANCE
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
TEL: 403-742-6277 No. 5. 4707 - 42 Street Stettler, AB
Professional Accountants LLP
Contractors
1150
Serving Stettler & Area since 1978
1010
Ready Mix Concrete Concrete Blocks Septic Tanks Water Cisterns Block Forms Gravel Sand
*27 years experience*
403-742-5111
Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street, tree ee et, ett, Stettler A AB B
Construction
403-742-8838
Call Curt or Rob
Cabinet Makers
Misc. Services
Dr. E. LYNES
“Serving Stettler & area for 37 yearsâ€? • Complete auto body repair & painting
4606 - 40 St., Stettler
1210
403-742-4533
Electrical
Phone 403-742-2869
Health Care
“Keeping people in Motion...�
Call Barry Harvey
Only qualiďŹ ed applicants will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide references. Please send Resume in conďŹ dence to ben@bountyonsite.com
FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD.
Phone 403-742-1681
Ph:403-742-5979 Fax:403-742-3656
Automotive
1130
Auto Body Repairs Accessories & Graphics Restoration/Sandblasting Box Liners
&
Misc. Help
Eavestroughing
5�Continuous Eaves “Gutter Clean� Leaf Protection
Chapman and Co. 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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info@leschert.net
MIDWEST PROPANE
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Painters/ Decorators
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For personalized services call Lana Gross ~ 403-740-3595
Painters/ Decorators
1310
Custom window coverings and more
Bev’s Valances Beverley Plett
bevplett@hotmail.com THREE HILLS
403.443.5192
Fax 403.443.2407 Cell 403.443.0664
STETTLER
403.742.1965
Home Consultations • Shades & Blinds • Soft Treatments • Fabrics & Hardware
Misc. Services
1290
Misc. Services
1290
RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide) 1-877-223-3311 CLASSIFIEDS
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F. T. S.
Farla Technical Services
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Trades
SECURITAS CANADA Hiring Immediate FT & Casual
EMR/EMT Security Positions Securitas Canada is looking for qualified Security Staff for a Petro-Chemical plant outside of Red Deer. Qualification: Security/Emergency Dispatcher: *EMR/EMT- ACP registered *Valid license (Class 4) * Provincial Security License * Bondable *Good interpersonal skills *Good communication skills *Computer knowledge, previous emergency experience, previous security experience, client interaction experience an asset WHY SECURITAS: *Extended Health and Dental plan *Above average wages *Fully Paid uniform *All training time paid *Dedicated quality group. *Room to learn and grow. How to apply: Fax: 403-314-8475 Email: Dillicj@Novachem.com Fax: 403-314-8475 Integrity - Vigilance Helpfulness Securitas Canada celebrates diversity and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups; namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Truckers/ Drivers
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CENTRAL ALBERTA TAXI SERVICE in Stettler, AB, is currently accepting resumes for FULL-TIME/PART-TIME CAB DRIVERS. Class 2 or 4 license and drivers abstract. Send resume and abstract to stas3435@xplornet.com Fax 403-742-1149, Phone 403-741-5404
Business Opportunities
870
Business Opportunities
Misc. Help
870
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
Misc. Help
$100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work! Must be competitive & energetic. Honesty is a must! Please visit us at: www.PropertyStarsJobs.com 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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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 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB Starting wages: $28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers $24.75/hr - Tilesetters 40-50 hours per week 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
Help Wanted The Summer Village of Rochon Sands requires Full Time and Part Time staff in our public works department and in the Provincial Park.
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
(Narrows Recreation Area) Excellent working conditions – exible 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
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Employment Training
880
ACADEMIC Express Adult Education and Training
Spring Start
GED classes days/evening
Fall Start
Community Support Worker Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca
C & W Contracting
We have openings in: • Out-Side Maintenance • Reservations OfďŹ ce • Children’s Programming • Park Operator
880
Misc. Help
ATTENTION Students SUMMER WORK flexible. schedules., $16 base-appt, customer sales/service, no exp necessary, conditions apply, will train, 403-755-6711 www. summeropenings.ca
BARBER SHOP BUSINESS FOR SALE in Whitehorse, Yukon. Excellent opportunity. Includes all equipment, in good location, leased premises. Contact Murd for details. 867-667-6873 or 867-667-7467
Misc. Help
880
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EARN HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS AND A WAGE THIS SUMMER
Metis Environmental Career Camp Gain career experience in the environmental ďŹ eld. MĂŠtis Youth Participants (15 – 18) will receive 12345 certiďŹ cation in standard ďŹ rst aid, wilderness ďŹ rst aid, H2S alive, WHIMIS/TDG, GPS, and canoe, Alberta High School credits and earn a wage! Program Runs July 22nd - August 23rd, 2013 Application Deadline - June 21st, 2013 Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
MÉTIS YOUTH SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAM SO008392
If you’re a MÊtis youth between 15 – 30 years old, and going back to school this fall, MÊtis Training to Employment Services can give you the assistance you need to land that summer job where you can gain employable skills and the pay cheque you deserve.
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
is now looking for labourers, operators, & foreman for road jobs starting soon. Please direct inquiries/email resumes to: admincswcon@ xplornet.com. GENERAL Laborer, fencing exp. preferred. Email resume to: info@envyoilfield.com
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 SANDBLASTER REQ’D No exp. necessary, will train. Health plan. Call 403-742-7833 SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php. 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
Employment Training
900
COMPUTING CAREER = GREAT CAREER. Computer technology programs at GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Novice to expert. Circuit design and robotics lab, data communications and networking lab. 1-888-539-4772; www.gprc.ab.ca GET AHEAD OF THE CROWD. Office Administration certificate program specializing in Bookkeeping, Dental Office or Oil and Gas. GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. 780-539-2911; gprc.ab.ca LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN CHILD CARE? Early Learning and Child Care certificate. Full-time, part-time, online studies. Qualify as Child Development Worker through Alberta Children and Youth Services. GPRC Grande Prairie campus. Call 780-539-2911; gprc.ab.ca. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR WORK-AT-HOME. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com WANT TO WORK WITH CHILDREN needing assistance in developmental, behavioural and/or learning tasks. Educational Assistant program at GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Call 780-539-2911; www.gprc.ab.ca.
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Auctions
ONLINE AUCTION May 22 - 29, 2013. Mobile Home Park in Provost, Alberta. 2.24 acres, 21 spaces, +/-47,000. annual lease revenue. Kramer Auctions Ltd. 306-445-5000; www.kramerauctions.com
Building Supplies
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 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 BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
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.
Garden Supplies
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Misc. for Sale
1760
NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! Newly Patented! “Kontinuous Shok� Chlorinator. Eliminates: Shock Chlorination; iron bacteria; smell; bacterial breeding in water wells. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. Visit our 29 inventions; www.1800bigiron.com
Office Supplies
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
Misc. for Sale
1760
COLEMAN Powermate tool set $250; Quanty new and used harness - saddle parts, 3 guitars 780-879-2385 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
BULLS Heifer Bulls Cow Bulls
10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
$48/case Shop Stettler & Save! 403-742-2395
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LEARN TO TREAT AND CARE FOR LARGE AND SMALL ANIMALS. Animal Health Technology - GPRC Fairview Campus. On campus residences and farm. Fairview, Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
Agricultural #2000 - #2290
GORGEOUS SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $45, machine planted, fertilized, mulched. Minimum order 20. Delivery charge: $75 - $100. Quality guaranteed. Crystal Springs 403-820-0961
2100
1800 RED ANGUS
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11
Pets & Supplies
2010
50 FT. BLANCHARD HARROW PACKER; 2 compartment drill fill with hydraulic augers; 30 ft. Case IHC 4900 vibra tiller mounted harrows; Peerless 510 roller mill. Shedded. 780-836-2780; 780-986-2709.
Livestock
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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.
Farm Equipment
Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
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 PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363. 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
2170
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 RESTORED WOOD WHEELED WAGONS 403-783-2330 evenings, 403-704-9109
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Auctions
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75 QUARTERS LAND, Oyen, Alberta - Ritchie Bros Unreserved Auction. 1HQ, 30 Parcels Farmland, 6 Parcels Grazing Lease, $37,300 Surface Lease Revenue. Jerry Hodge 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate
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
2190
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 CERTIFIED seed for sale: Busby barley, Sundre barley, Jordan oats, Guaranteed, fully tested. Greg Jones, Magic Seed Farm 403-704-6277 or 403-783-6495 COMMON SEED OATS. 98% germination. Forage variety. $5.50/bu. Phone Glen Lepard 403-740-2872.
Public Notices
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Community Support Services ADULTS/CHILDREN ANONYMOUS Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. For more info Kira & Ian FCSS, 403-742-2339
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 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 (formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance) Brenda 403-742-3067
Bale Hauling & Swathing Marketing of Hay and Straw Will load own truck
David Unruh Cell 403-323-6787 Home 403-742-4673
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])
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT 403-742-6568
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Hot Line 403-342-1444
MAJOR ANNUAL SPRING R.V. SALE
R.V.’S, BOATS, QUADS, MOTORBIKES, CARS & TRUCKS
SATURDAY MAY 11TH 2013 @ 10:00 A.M. SHARP VIEWING FRIDAY MAY 10, 2013 FROM 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM
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**CONSIGN YOUR R.V.’S NOW!**
VISIT www.auctions.ca FOR INFORMATION. PHOTOS AND LISTINGS ON-LINE BY MAY 9TH
GARY HANNA AUCTIONS 780.440.1075 11303-YELLOWHEAD TRAIL, EDMONTON Commercial Property
4110
Liquor Store – northern Alberta includes land & buildings, price $330,000.00. Restaurant – full restaurant and lounge, sales over 1.4 M, price $545,000.00. Retail Business – Sales over 2.4M, price $950,000.00 plus inventory. Wholesale Business – Cremation Urns – land & building sales $160K, price $349,900. Crane & Picker operation – sales $800,000, eTuipment appraisal on ¿le, price $525,000.00. Lake Resort/Convenience Store/Residence (Liquor Vendor) – Sales $150K - Asking $749,900.00.
Call Bill Conroy or Keith Acheson @ 403-346-6655 Email:bill@advantagecommercial.ca or keithacheson@advantagecommercial.ca
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+igh Pro¿le Service/Retail all turnkey systems Sales past expectations, 1st yr net C Flow S553994 low rent or buy the real estate-owner retiring Conf. *lass Shop Full service Glass installation, warranty, repairs, or new operation has 2.5 staff - 2 owners can pro¿t $93930 cash down $113100. Winks Convenience brand new, buy under cost, new owner returning to India, 2 owners, 2 PT staff can operate, sales expect pro¿t - $111,900. Seasonal )un net $82682 working May 15-Sept 30 set up inÀatable gym eTuip any group family-school can operate from any C Alta location. 0echanic Light $uto Retiring as 1 mechanic earn $80000 plus net $129 280 with 1 Journey 1 appr Est 12 yrs custom built 4 bays Can own with $85K DP.
1ew Listings $bove Contact Mark +ansenÂśs home ofÂżce: 10 am-6 pm Mon-Thurs @ 403 343 0824 or email gmarkhansen@shaw.ca The above is a selection of choices please visit our website www.advantagecommercial.ca
Public Notices
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 RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org
BUSINESS AVAILABLE IN ALBERTA
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
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BRIGANTIA PLACE
Farm Custom Work
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Auctions
Pasture/Land Wanted
STETTLER HANDIBUS 403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM 403-742-2337
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS 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
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VICTIM SERVICE 403-741-7841
MOVING AUCTION Sun. May 12, 10 a.m. Olds Air Cadet Hall 52nd Street Olds AB Coins, Coin sets, Collectibles, Thompson forge & tools, Snap on Tools, Blue point tools, Tool boxes, Car manuals, Shop items, Yard & garden, Rototiller, Snowblower, Lawnmower, Porter cable 135 PSI upright air compressor, Household items, Dresser, Furniture, Lots of misc. items Just too much to mention. Check the web for full listing. Sale is subject to additions and deletion Lunch available. See U all out at the sale.
PILGRIM AUCTION SERVICE 403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311
PUBLIC NOTICE
CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND?
On or before May 1, 2013 the Development Officer for the Village of Alix approved the following application:
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.
Allan Fleischacker to construct a shed at: Lot 18 & 19, Block D, Plan 2441A1 4839 Lake Street, 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
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
Just Dial - 403-742-1155
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Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Suites
3060
4090
L A R G E
For Rent #3000 - #3200
Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390
Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
HOUSE WANTED IN STETTLER Low Income Senior wanting 2-3 bdrm. apt. or house for rent or will house sit. Definitely no pets, N/S. Req’d end of June or July. Call 403-346-3708 SMALL 2 bedroom house, White Sands, AB., N/S, utils. incld, $900/mo. + DD Avail. Immed. 403-742-3539 STETTLER 5 bdrm. 2 bath house w/large family room, garage, fenced yard, ref’s & SD req’d. 403-742-4162
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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. ONE SMALL BEDROOM APARTMENT AND ONE BACHELOR SUITE for rent in Stettler. Phone 403-742-5575.
Industrial
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Real Estate #4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Houses For Sale
PROPERTY in Alliance, AB. Mobile home, 2 lots, fully fenced, mature trees, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, large addition, fully upgraded, heated workshop $95,000 780-879-2385
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
UNITED HOMES CANADA offers widest range of quality home styles from Triple M Housing! RTM, modular starting at $108,000. 1-800-461-7632; www. unitedhomescanada.com. 148 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie
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Cottages/Resort Property
THIS WEEK’S EYE SPY WINNER IS Larry Rueffler Please come into the Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
STETTLER MINI STORAGE
4090
Manufactured Homes
MINI STORAGE
10X12’ With 5x7 doors. For quads, snowmobiles, furniture, etc. Phone: (403)742-9729 DYMY Oilfield Services
FINAL CLEARANCE! Remaining SRI 2011 Singlewide Modulars. Must go immediately! Price too low to print! Call for details, floorplans, etc. Bonus free delivery (100 miles), skirting. New stock arriving. 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.ca
GOLF, SKI, HIKE, WATER SPORTS, etc. WHITEFISH, MT. Townhouse in Mountain Park subdivision. Over 3700 sq.ft., 4 bedrooms & 3.5 baths. Features include 22’ vaulted ceiling in Great Room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood floors, Dacor stainless steel appliances, in-floor radiant heat, walk-out lower level & more. Slate spa shower & large walk-in closets with built-in cabinetry. House is fully wired for surround sound, security smart home. $599,900 For more information call 403-396-5516.
RAYMOND SHORES
6010 County of Stettler Stettler County of No. 6 6 County of Stettler Stettler No. County of No. 66No.
44Box Ave., Box 1270, 1270, -- 44 Ave., Box 6602 6602 - 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box 1270, 6602 -6602 1270, Stettler, AB T0C Stettler, AB T0C2L0 2L0 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277
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2%LIQUID LIQUIDSTRYCHNINE STRYCHNINE 2% CONCENTRATE AVAILABLE CONCENTRATE AVAILABLE 2% Liquid LiquidStrychnine Strychnine Concentrate 2% Concentrate for for thecontrol controlof of severe damage the severe damage (30% (30% crop 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)
Mortgages Bought/Sold
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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HOUSE FOR SALE IN BIG VALLEY 2 lots. 1600 sq ft dev, 4 bdrms, 2 baths, dbl detached 24x24 garage -220 wired, RV parking at rear, lrg shed, mature trees. Asking $185,000.00. Ph:403-876-2426 (kijiji ad #453927200).
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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
Out Of Town Property
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Cars
2010 TOYOTA Venza AWD V6, 34483 km, black, $13,200, sade@netscape.com
GULL LAKE, 2012 Park model home, on professionally landscaped lot. Fully furnished. Too many extras to list. 403-350-5524 for details.
Lots For Sale
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15 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS, Vulcan, Alberta. Ritchie Bros Auctioneers. Selling by Unreserved Auction, July 18 from Lethbridge. 25 Bareland Condo Units as 8 lots + 7 single lots. Simon Wallan 780-831-8529; Greg Cripps - Re/Max 403-391-2648; rbauction.com/realestate
Financial #4400 - #4430
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
Money To Loan
4430
DO YOU NEED TO BORROW MONEY - NOW? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161. MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.
Transportation #5000-5300
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
Motorcycles
5080 Buy it.
REV UP YOUR ENGINE. Learn 1st and 2nd year Apprenticeship Motorcycle Mechanic skills. GPRC Fairview campus. Work on 2 and 4 stroke engines. Receive 320 hours credit towards MCM apprentice. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
5050
Trucks
2008 DODGE Ram 3500 m e g a c a b d u a l l y S LT Public Notice 137,000 kms, 6 spd. auto, #6000 immaculate, orig. owner, have all service records Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050 $29,000 403-740-5354
Motorcycles
2000 sq. ft. shop for lease. Great location with drivethru bay and fenced yard on corner lot in Stettler’s industrial section. Please call 403-350-1353 or 403-742-7765
Storage Space
4170
Manufactured Homes
5080
THE ONE, THE ONLY Authorized Harley-Davidson Technician Training Program in Canada. Work on all types of HD bikes. Quality instruction and state-of-the-art training aids. GPRC Fairview Campus, Fairview Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
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6010 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: 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. 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.
BECAUSE ALBERTANS LOVE THEIR INDEPENDENCE
$168.00 $84.00 $42.00
Please note: As of April 30, 2% LSC will be sold on Tuesdays mornings ONLY (8:30 - 12:30). 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 have been approved as permitted uses in accordance with the County of Stettler No. 6’s Land Use Bylaw No. 1443-10: 1.
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No: Legal Description: Rural Address: Applicant Owner: Proposed Development: No: Legal Description: Rural Address: Applicant/Owner: Proposed Development: No: Legal Description: Rural Address: Applicant/Owner: Proposed Development:
13011 SW 18-40-19 W4 40207 Rge Rd 20-0 Jody Land Nancy & Darius Land Detached Dwelling 13013 NE 25-35-19 W4 Not Assigned Matt Elines
Because that’s our way, EasyMax® by ENMAX Energy is our power. You get a guaranteed rate* for up to five years, and you’re never locked in. You can change or cancel with one month’s notice†. Hundreds of thousands of Albertans trust us to power their lives, and you can too.
Detached Dwelling 13014 SW 18-35-18 W4 Not Assigned Lloyd Duncan Detached Dwelling
No: Legal Description: Rural Address: Applicant: Owner: Proposed Development:
13015 NW 17-42-17 W4 42301 Rge Rd 17-5 Willowbrook Homes Inc. Steve Arnett
No: Legal Description:
13016 Lot 2, Blk 1, Plan 9821794 Part of NE 22-39-19 W4 102, 39368 Rge Rd 19-2 David & Mary Hunter
Rural Address: Applicant/Owner: Proposed Development:
13012KE0 13022KE0 13042KE0 13051KE0
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FLEXIBILITY Change between guaranteed and variable rates monthly†, with no penalty.
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Call 310-2010 or visit EASYMAX.ca ENMAX ENERGY FOR ELECTRICITY, NATURAL GAS AND SOLAR
Detached Dwelling
Relocation of Detached Dwelling
Jacinta Donovan, Development Officer
* Some conditions, admin, other fees and taxes beyond the electricity rate also apply. †You can switch between fixed and floating rates once per month either online or by contacting ENMAX Energy at 310-2010. If you change plans, your new rate will become effective immediately. You can only change to rates which are available at that time you elect to switch, and you will not be able to switch back to a rate which you previously had if it is no longer available. ‡Some conditions apply. No cash value. Subject to the EasyMax Terms and Conditions. When you purchase gas and electricity together from ENMAX Energy, you will earn EasyMax Rewards Dollars accruing at the rate posted on enmax.com from time to time, which amount will be applied to your bill from ENMAX Energy at the frequency you request or toward other option(s) that will be available from time to time. If you have not chosen one of the available methods to apply your EasyMax Rewards Dollars, the EasyMax Rewards will be credited yearly on your EasyMax bill. If or when the EasyMax Rewards program is cancelled, you may receive less than 100 EasyMax Rewards Dollars that year. Full details are available at enmax.com/easymaxtandc or by calling 310-2010 (toll free in Alberta). ® and ™ ENMAX Corporation.
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ON NOW AT YOUR ALBERTA CHEVROLET DEALERS. AlbertaChevrolet.com 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. ‡/††/*Offers apply to the purchase of a 2013 Cruze LS 1SA (R7A), 2013 Equinox LS FWD (R7A), 2013 Silverado EXT 4X4 (R7C) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,550/$1,600). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in Alberta Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. GMCL, RBC Royal Bank, TD Auto Financing Services or Scotiabank may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ‡0%/0.99% purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 84 months on new or demonstrator 2013 Cruze LS 1SA/2013 Equinox LS FWD/2013 Silverado EXT 4X4. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0%/0.99%, the monthly payment is $119/$123 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0/$354, total obligation is $10,000/$10,354. 0% finance offer is unconditionally interest-free. 0.99% finance offer biweekly payments based on a purchase price of $29,495 on 2013 Chevrolet Silverado EXT 4X4 with $3,299 down, equipped as described. †† $7,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on the 2013 Silverado EXT 4X4 (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GM dealer for details. $1,500/$2,000 non-stackable cash credits is a manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ext Cab/ Silverado 1500 Crew. Non-Stackable Cash Credits are available only when consumers opt for the cash purchase of a new or demonstrator model. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing such discounts and incentives which will result in a higher effective interest rate. See dealer for details. Offer ends May 31, 2013. † Valid at participating GM dealerships in Canada only. Retail customers only. Offer ranges from 750 to 3,000 AIR MILES® reward miles, depending on model purchased. No cash value. Offer may not be combined with certain other AIR MILES promotions or offers. See your participating GM dealer for details. Offer expires July 2, 2013. Please allow 4–6 weeks after the Offer end date for reward miles to be deposited to your AIR MILES® Collector Account. To ensure that reward miles are deposited in the preferred balance, Collector should ensure his/ her balance preferences (AIR MILES® Cash balance and AIR MILES® Dream balance) are set as desired prior to completing the eligible purchase transaction. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this Offer for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. ®™Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Inc. and General Motors of Canada Limited. ^Whichever comes first. ^^Based on latest competitive data available. ~OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery) wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Subscription Service Agreement required. Visit onstar.ca for OnStar’s Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations. Additional information can be found in the OnStar Owner’s Guide. +©The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.*^ For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. *† Comparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Middle/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available, and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. **Offer only valid from April 2, 2013 to July 2, 2013 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing (during the Program Period) a Chevrolet Aveo, Cobalt, Cavalier, Optra, Saturn Ion, Astra, S-Series will receive a $1,000 credit towards the purchase, lease or factory order of an eligible new 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, or Cruze. Retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing (during the Program Period) a Chevrolet Equinox, Tracker or Saturn Vue will receive a $1,000 credit towards the purchase, lease or factory order of an eligible new 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details.
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SPORTS
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$149
$89
AT
BIWEEKLY
9,000
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COMBINED CASH CREDITS ON CASH PURCHASES. 2.51% EFFECTIVE RATE
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BIWEEKLY
$144
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$1,000
TO GUARANTEE OUR QUALITY, WE BACK IT
160,000 KM/5 YEAR
Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.
POWERTRAIN WARRANTY
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Rush visit Erskine, Stettler
Two members of the National Lacrosse League’s Edmonton Rush, John Lintz and Jeremy Thompson, spent last Wednesday instructing at Erskine School. Photos by JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
During an evening clinic with Stettler minor lacrosse teams last Wednesday, Jeremy Thompson (left) of the Edmonton Rush signs an autograph for Danny Schwarzenberger of the Stettler bantams, while John Lintz of the Rush poses for a photo between Stetter midgets Austin Rosland and Ty McCann. Photos by JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
PLUS
+
OR
ON SELECT MODELS
FOR A LIMITED TIME
2013 SILVERADO EXT 4X4 CHEYENNE
FINANCE FOR 84 MONTHS AT
EARN
99%
FINANCING
0.
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AIR MILES® REWARD MILES †
$
LTZ EXT MODEL WITH CHROME ACCESSORIES SHOWN
2013 CRUZE LS 1SA
FINANCE FOR 84 MONTHS AT
0
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PLUS, ELIGIBLE RETURNING CUSTOMERS MAY RECEIVE UP TO AN EXTRA
LTZ MODEL SHOWN
2013 EQUINOX LS FWD
FINANCE FOR 84 MONTHS AT
FINANCING
0%
+
PLUS, ELIGIBLE RETURNING CUSTOMERS MAY RECEIVE UP TO AN EXTRA
**
LTZ MODEL SHOWN
VEHICLE PRICING IS NOW EASIER TO UNDERSTAND BECAUSE ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE FREIGHT, PDI AND MANDATORY GOVERNMENT LEVIES
ALBERTACHEVROLET.COM
1,000
WITH $3,299 DOWN. INCLUDES $7,500†† CASH CREDITS BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $29,495*.
OR
25 MPG HIGHWAY
11.2 L/100 KM HWY | 15.9 L/100 KM CITY
13051MS1
EARN
AIR MILES® REWARD MILES †
1,000
DOWN
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BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $16,280*
52 MPG HIGHWAY
5.4 L/100 KM HWY | 8.2 L/100 KM CITY
EARN
AIR MILES® REWARD MILES †
1,000
*^
WITH $2,399 DOWN BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $28,595*
46 MPG HIGHWAY
6.1L/100 KM HWY | 9.2 L/100 KM CITY