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Additional construction project for county By Amelia Naismith Ponoka County council is adding another construction project to its fall program, pending available funding. “I think our budget is pretty much committed, depending on the season we’ve got lots of miles to do,” said CAO Charlie Cutforth. Coun. Keith Beebe is hoping to be able to push paving of Range Road 34 from Highway 53 to Township Road 423. The project would cost around $200,000, including fencing, pipeline crossings and agreements. “I think it’s a good plan. We put it on the books we can start moving forward on it,” said Coun. Paul McLauchlin. Cutforth said council could use reserves or Municipal Sustainability Initiative funding for the construction, but neither option was favoured. Reeve Gordon Svenningsen especially didn’t want to commit the MSI money because the future of the funding program is uncertain. Well drilling and gas program uncertainty After an extension of the well drilling tax program for 2013, there is no assurance that the program will continue into 2014.
“And that for the last couple years has been about $600,000, so it’s substantial,” said Cutforth. The gas tax rebate grant program has also come to an end. That money will no longer be available to counties unless it’s replaced with a new program, which Cutforth doesn’t expect to happen. Rimbey Regional Synergy Group Although council decided against Rimbey Synergy Group’s request to appoint a councillor as a representative to the group, with advance notification, they will attend more meetings. “I’m not sure, I mean that’s typically between landowners and industry. But it’s up to council,” said Cutforth. Svenningsen agreed, saying he’s also told synergy groups the meetings are between landowners and energy companies, “But they still would like the county to come and just to see the exchanges, what’s going on.” McLauchlin chairs the Battle Lake Synergy Group and he said sometimes the county of Wetaskiwin attends. ‘They just get pelted. I mean, it’s good to know what’s going on. It does provide the opportunity, it’s a valuable exercise but I think that you’re better to look for events.”
Businesses concerned with contractor hired by the town By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The Town of Ponoka’s decision to use an out-of-town company has left some businesses wondering why they weren’t consulted. Wolf’s Botanical out of Lacombe County was recently hired to plant a variety of lilacs, flowers and crabapples on 50 Street across from the bowling alley. The project is part of the downtown beautification project organized by the recreation committee, and Mike Lewis, director of property services, was given a few week’s notice to get the plants in the ground. Some of the questions posed to Lewis by businesspeople were if he followed town policy in tendering. Lewis defends his decision and explained how he came to use the Lacombe company. “It wasn’t that I didn’t try to stay local.” The size of this project required a company with special tree augers available on short notice. Lewis spoke with Betty Jurykoski, planning and development officer for the town, and she referred him to Above or Below Landscaping and Irrigation. “They told me this project was way too big for them.” However the company then referred Lewis to greenhouses in the area that might be able to handle planting the 94 plants on the street. Part of the project included planting trees further north on 50 Street. Lewis received the same response from those companies and decided to go outside the town and county boundaries.
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Lewis could have tendered the project but he says a two-week timeline for job completion would have taken him past the deadline date. He wanted the trees planted now to give the roots a chance to establish themselves rather than wait until the fall. Lewis was also told to plant as soon as possible. Tendering would have taken more than three weeks. “For me the best time is now so we get the best chance of survival.” The budget for this project was $27,000 and Lewis received a call back from Wolf’s within two days of requesting a quote. The company responded with a cost of $21,800 to handle both projects. Trees planted near Ponoka Christian School on 50 Street were bought by the town but Wolf’s planted them. Policy for the town when tendering projects is for the timely acquisition of goods and services at the lowest cost, CAO Brad Watson said in an email. “It is normal practice to obtain three competitive quotations for the supply of goods and services unless circumstances warrant otherwise.” In this case Lewis was given a short deadline to complete a task, which was one of the reasons he didn’t tender the job. Local companies he spoke with said they could not take on a job of this size was another factor in going elsewhere. Lewis could have bought the plants from local stores but he did not have the manpower and tools to do the job. “If it’s possible I always keep the money where I work. At times that’s not always possible.”
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trail basis,” said trustee Lorrie Jess. Jess also felt the request was slightly irrelevant because in the fall of 2014 the province is reducing instructional hours to 907, province wide. Trustee Bob Huff wants the school to provide a report at the end of the trial on how having an additional PD Day positively supported the school. Trustee Karin Engen didn’t feel the reports or supporting the request was the best course of action. “I think having a school out there running differently from the rest of our schools is inconsistent. I also think it’s inconsistent to have four of our schools when we’re not having the rest of our schools report.” Continued on page 8
Ponoka Outreach School This Week at the Outreach… Wednesday, June 12: * English 30 Diploma Exam Part A Thursday, June 13: * Social 30 Diploma Exam Part A Night School - Mrs. Cooke and Mr. Halbert Monday, June 17: * English 30 Diploma Exam Part B School closes at 3:00 pm Tuesday, June 18: * Social 30 Diploma Exam Part B Night school - Mrs. K and Mr. MacEachern * Please note that Ponoka Outreach School will be closed on these mornings. Only Diploma exam writers may attend. Senior High students may attend after 12:30 if they can arrange a ride to school.
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Disqualified driver loses ’69 Mustang for 30 days By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A 30-year-old man from Drayton Valley faces a charge of possession of a controlled substance after he was caught speeding at 131km/h on Highway 2 near Highway 53. The man was driving a 1969 Ford Mustang June 6 at 1 a.m. when he was pulled over. There was the odour of marijuana in the vehicle and a bag of the drugs was found. The man had a suspended licence and his vehicle was seized for 30 days. He received a ticket for speeding and was charged with driving while disqualified. Impaired downtown driver A Mountie observed the driver of a 2001 Chevy Malibu leave an angled parking spot illegally June 6 at 11:50 p.m. The 23-year-old woman had pulled out of the parking spot on Chipman Avenue and subsequent blood alcohol samples provided resulted in .11 and .10 levels. Insufficient breath samples A 30-year-old woman from Ponoka has been charged with refusing a breath sample after failing to adequately breathe air into a breath tester. The woman was stopped westbound on Bobtail Road after failing to stop at a four-way stop. She was shown several times by the Mountie how to provide a sample but continued to breathe inadequately. GDL licence removed A 27-year-old woman from Hobbema has lost her licence for 30-days after a supplied breath sample resulted in a caution on the screening device. A graduated driver’s licence requires the operator to have no alcohol in their system. The woman was stopped on Highway 2A and Highway 53 and her vehicle was seized for seven days. Speeder with marijuana Officers stopped a 21-year-old woman from Calgary for travelling at 128 km/h on Highway 2 on June 8 at 9:45 p.m. An odour of marijuana was emanating from the vehicle and a search yielded 1.6 grams of the drug. A 24-year-old male passenger and the driver were charged with possession of a controlled substance. The woman also received a ticket for speeding. If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH DIRECTORY Associated Gospel Churches of Canada
CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE Pastor Jerry Preheim • Pastor Matt Sealy 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. • churchoftheopenbible@telus.net
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PONOKA Sr. Pastor Paul Spate 5109 - 57 Ave. Ponoka www.fbcponoka.org 403-783-5533 Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
NEW COVENANT BAPTIST REFORMED CHURCH Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St. Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome! www.baptistreformedponoka.org
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PARKLAND REFORMED CHURCH South on 2A, West on Spruce Road 403-783-1888 Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon www.parklandurc.org
PONOKA ALLIANCE CHURCH 4215 - 46 St. Pastor Norm Dibben 403-783-3958 Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. The Christian & Missionary Alliance
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ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Chris Gnanaprakasam, S.A.C. Mass Times: 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 9:00 a.m. Sunday
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A couple of months ago I bought an audio book titled, Not a Fan. The book contrasted sports and fandom with followers of Jesus. The comparison goes like this: A fan may go to all the games, know all the stats for the team and even know all about the players but he is never in the game. He never breaks a sweat or takes a hard hit in the open field. The truth is, a fan can seem totally committed and passionate about his team but when the going gets tough a fan tends to show his true colors. When I first started following NFL football, I picked the Seattle Seahawks as my team of choice. I was a fan. I started watching games, learning the stats and cheering for “my team.” Well, as the next few years went by my fandom was put to the test and the truth was, I didn’t like the Seahawks enough to watch them lose. I got tired of it and decided I had wasted enough time cheering for that team. The reality is, I was simply a fair-weather fan of the Seattle Seahawks. When the forecast looked good, I stood by my team but when the going got tough and the games were less optimistic, I was done. For some of us following Jesus is a lot like that. We are good with calling ourselves “Christians” or religious when it seems to fit with our lifestyle and our circumstances, but a
little adversity in our lives is all it takes to rethink the whole belief. Kyle Idleman, the author of Not a Fan writes, “The dictionary definition defines a fan as ‘an enthusiastic admirer.’ Fans want to be close enough to Jesus to get all the benefits but not so close that it requires sacrifice.” Ready for my moment of confession: I have to admit that at times in my life I live like I am simply a fan of Jesus, not a completely committed follower. After reading this book I felt a conviction to give up an area of entertainment in my life as a sacrifice for God. It was nothing life altering, just to limit some of my media consumption. I struggled with it even though I knew the value for my family if I made the change. A fan says, “Is this convenient for me?” A follower says, “Is this obedient to God.” In Luke 9:23 Jesus says to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” In a culture that regularly communicates to our desires and motivates selfishness, this message seems so backward. The reality is, those who find themselves willing to deny themselves and follow Jesus do not look back in regret and disappointment. Jesus is the only thing that goes beyond our possessions, our relationships, even our very lives and lasts for eternity. Even though it isn’t always easy, I am happy to say that I am not content to be a fan of Jesus. I want to be a completely committed follower of Him.
Correction: The caption for the Mighty Heave image on page 29 states the Race for Kids fundraiser money was going to the Big Brothers Big Sisters. The correct information should state the money is going to the Ponoka Youth Centre. Another correction is for two captions on the incorrect image on page 39. The top right and bottom right image captions should be switched. We apologize for the error.
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Reflections of Ponoka
Our graduation days are never to be forgotten By Mike Rainone for the News This is that most glorious time of the year for the welcome arrival of spring as well as for the most gala celebration of graduation days. Thousands of young students have joined together for decades with classmates, families, and friends to enjoy their successes of achieving the first phases of education and will now proudly look forward to the excitement of the future. While Ponoka schools are handing out those coveted high school diplomas, the still vibrant Ponoka Brick School Grade 12 class of 1948 is having fun making plans to host their 65th reunion in August here in the community where they grew up. Organizers of the weekend reunion festivities, which will feature a delightful Hawaiian theme, are pleased that 18 of the 29 members of the 1948 Ponoka High School grad class have already confirmed their attendance for the event. The commencement exercises for the PHS class of 48 was held on June 11, 1948 at a well decorated Ponoka Elks Hall on Chipman Avenue. Highlights of the magic evening included Invocation by Rev. F.A. Peako, chairman’s remarks from principal Howard L. Larson, greetings from school superintendant H.R. Ross, and the address to the graduands by the Honorable Ivan Casey. Jean Gordon was the class historian, Flora Park was the valedictorian, and special presentations to the class were made by teachers Miss McPhie, Miss Hanna and Mr. Galvin. Vocal selections were pro-
vided by Miss Willda Stagg and Harold Brulhart and following the recessional, a gala dance was held until the wee hours. A time to share the memories Attending class of 1948 grads and their partners will be treated to a busy but casual weekend in Ponoka, with lots of time set aside for special meals, socializing, singing, photos, and sharing nostalgia and special memories of those glorious days of learning more than 60 years ago. Tours will visit the Fort Ostell Museum, the Centennial Centre, and of course the hallowed halls of the now historic Brick School. The Aloha party atmosphere, at a pace that everyone can keep up to, will feature colorful and cool Hawaiian costumes and special prizes, as well as pineapple bowling, Aloha bingo, and all the snappy moves to go along with the action of a real good time among old classmates and long-time friends. Here are some of the special memories that some of those 1948 grads shared with this old Ponoka News freelance writer, who by the way started Grade 1 at the Brick School only a few years after this fun bunch graduated. • Don Macleod: Coming from a small town school like Tees in the Forties, I had never been in such a large school like Ponoka. While somewhat concerned about going to school, we were unpacking when a nice young lady came over and introduced herself. She was a student at Ponoka High School and offered to accompany me to school as well as to introduce me to the principal and some of the students. This helped
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The Ponoka High School graduating class of 1948 shown. Back row: Merville Erven, John Graham, Harold Gordonier, Roger Wheeler, Roy Vold, Darrell Maulsby, Don MacLeod and Bert Swanson. Middle row: Barbara Hinkley (Patterson), Jean Conell, Elaine Dittberner (Janigan), Thelma McClaflin, Pearl Raycraft (James) , Jean Gordon (Sparks), Lois Liddell (Stefannson), Joyce Bednar (Hagemann), Jo Fink (Brault) and Helen Eastes (Jantzie). Front row: Flora Park (Stowell), Bertha Santee (Courser), Shirley Schell (Palamarchuck), Alice Davis, Wilma MacDonald (Livingston), June Kroening (Whitman), Mary Nelson, Evelyn Harris (Rodney), Verna Cerveny (Raycraft) and Jessie Curtis (Vieaux).
me to overcome my fear of going to such a large school. Who was she? I don’t remember. And so I was introduced to a really terrific group of students, the class of 1948. To her, and all of you, thanks for being a part of my life. • Verna Cerveny (Raycraft): The arts being more my forte than the sciences, I found classes that involved lab work beyond my comprehension and consequently my attention was centred on keeping my lab partner amused. One day after making the colleague disturb the class with a loud giggle, Mr. Galvin, the teacher uttered, “Verna, if your experiments were as effervescent as your personality, you’d receive much higher marks!” Chemistry classes were held in the basement of the Brick School, physed included tumbling and acrobatics in the hallway, and there were always lots of Photo submitted scrub games and other The biggest milestone in the long and colorful history of our Ponoka school system came in activities out in the 1929 with the completion of the majestic Brick School. This modern 12-room edifice, still playground. in full use today, was completed at a construction price of $60,000. In the beginning the • Harold Gordanier: local school board faced much criticism from ratepayers who termed the structure a white Back in the high school elephant with far too many rooms that would never be used. days of World War II
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and the post-war years, we kids didn’t have modern arenas for hockey so we made do with outdoor natural ice rinks. Nor did we have fancy heated indoor swimming pools, so my buddies and I decided that the Battle River was a great place to swim. We found a private area and named it the “Bad Boys Beautiful Bare Bums Bathing Beach.” It is too bad that the teens of today don’t have the privileges that the class of 1948 did. Those were the days when everybody knew everyone and there was lots of respect for each other and our teachers! • Joyce Bednar (Hageman): “My mother made my grad dress out of a parachute and it looked great!” Many of the country kids started out their education adventure in those tiny one-room schools, and come rain or shine we either had to walk to school, or could maybe ride our horses, double or triple style. Some of those great old teachers were Mrs. Larsen, Walter Kaasa, Don Hoare, Jean Martin and Miss Grant, who read us romance stories about Grier Garson! At the time of their graduation ,many of the men of the community and district were just coming back from the war. In those days many women couldn’t work after they got married, there was no maternity leave, so they were mostly stay-at-home moms, and lots of part-time employment. There were also no computers but everyone had to eventually adjust quickly, and live through the changes. Those wishing more information on the Ponoka High School Class of 1948 65th Reunion are urged to contact Verna Raycraft at 403-7835396 in Ponoka. Welcome grads, and have a great time back in the old stomping grounds of your youth.
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Opinion 3D gun blueprints just the beginning The story so far: Cody Wilson, who describes himself as a “cryptoanarchist,” had a bright idea last year. No government could ever oppress its people again, reasoned the 25-year-old law student at the University of Texas, if everybody in the world could manufacture their own guns at home. Well, not literally everybody but at least everybody with $8,000 to buy a 3D printer on e-Bay, or access to one of the 3D printing shops that are springing up in major cities. So Wilson designed a gun made entirely of high-density ABS plastic that could be printed out on a standard 3D machine. He printed and tested it, and recently he made the blueprints available online. 3D printers are the Next Big Thing, and in five or 10 years they may be as common as mobile phones. A great many people are clearly looking forward to that happy day, because in the first week after Wilson uploaded the blueprints for his gun, 100,000 people downloaded them. Wilson truly believes that governments would behave better if everybody had a gun. He even calls his plastic pistol the “Liberator”. And predictably, the US government mobilized to destroy his little enterprise. The Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance at the State Department wrote Wilson’s company, Defense Distributed, demanding that his designs for a 3D gun be “removed from public access” until he proves he has not broken the laws governing the shipment of weapons overseas. But the genie is well and truly out of the bottle. There have been not only 100,000 downloads from Wilson’s own site; it has also been uploaded onto Pirate Bay, and downloads from that site are going through the roof. So what does all this mean? It doesn’t mean terrorists are more
Gwynne Dyer Guest Columnist dangerous; they have never had any trouble in getting their hands on weapons a lot more lethal than a single-shot pistol. It does mean people can now make weapons that will not be detected by this generation of airport metal detectors, so it may soon take even longer to get on the plane. But that was going to happen pretty soon anyway. What Cody Wilson has actually done is give us a useful wake-up call about the huge economic and security implications of this new technology. The 3D printers will get better and cheaper, and they will be able to produce much more impressive weapons. Forget about banning assault weapons; people will be able to make them at home. More importantly, they will also be able to 3D-print almost any other massproduced item whose components are less than a metre long. This has serious implications for retailers of such items — the Wal-Marts of the world — but also for entire countries whose economy depends heavily on manufacturing and exporting items of this sort. Even the cheapest labour is probably more expensive than 3D printing. So “outsourcing” will go out of fashion but the impact of 3D printing on traditional employment patterns in the developed countries will be just as severe. Cars will continue to be built on (highly automated) assembly lines but most of the companies in the supply chain will collapse as the car manufacturers start printing the parts themselves as and when they need them. Here comes the future again. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.
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PCHS teachers show dedication Dear Editor: This past weekend my wife and I were proud parents of one of the students who graduated from Ponoka Comp and I felt I should write this letter. First, congratulations to all the graduates; yes you have made it and standing on the outside it gives me great hope for our future watching all these young men and women interacting with one another as a group with no thought given to race, gender or sexual orientation. These young men and women are the future and I must say the future looks full of promise and hope. The recognition part of this letter is to recognize a group of people who have demonstrated a passion and dedication to their chosen profession above and beyond what is generally expected. The teachers at the comp have educated and also been a part of the students’ lives, they have laughed and cried and been there for our children throughout the school years. I believe this was made obvious by the commencement ceremony, seeing the teachers in attendance and hearing the dif-
ferent speeches it was quite obvious these people are passionate about what they do and one can only hope the next generation of teachers have the dedication as these teachers do. Thank you for dedication, commitment and passion. You are all shining examples of what the next generation should strive to achieve. Thank you to all the volunteers who worked so hard to make this weekend the event that it was. The whole program, from my point of view ran flawlessly and that does not happen with out a huge behind the scenes effort. Your selflessness needs to be recognized and this parent thanks you. The last thank you I would like to give is to all the volunteers who organized, staffed, and hosted the safe grad event my son attended. Words cannot express my gratitude, as he came home safe and sound. I personally experienced loss during my own graduation celebrations as a result of drinking and driving, so thank you for keeping my son safe and getting him home, Andy and Wendy Clarke
Calkins stigmatizing mentally ill people Dear Editor: By playing politics with mental illness, Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins and the Conservative Party are not only stigmatizing those living with mental health issues, they are making our streets less safe. First, some context. Our justice system provides a third option for those who, at the time of the act, were too sick to understand what they did was wrong — people who are deemed “not criminally responsible.” These individuals are incarcerated in a jail with psychiatric services. Before they can rejoin society their case is considered by special board that is better equipped than a regular court to determine their treatment and the level of danger they pose. The Conservatives are trying to mislead the public into thinking this system is broken. In fact, the government’s own research shows that its success rate is high — offenders have drastically lower rates of re-offending than in mainstream correction systems. Yet under the Conservatives’ Bill C-54, one serious offence would brand someone as liable to repeat-offend or
present a greater risk to society — based on no evidence and going against decades of science and myth busting about mental illness. This will force them into mainstream prison, from which they will almost certainly emerge far more dangerous and likely to re-offend. The Conservatives argue that Bill C-54 is about the rights of victims. If these changes were only about advancing the rights of victims, the Liberal party would support them. But Bill C-54 goes well beyond that and stigmatizes the mentally ill, and offends basic Charter protections that will ultimately weaken the rights of every Canadian. We simply cannot support that. This damaging stigma will make it harder to get people into treatment — yet treatment is most effective preventative measure for the few people with mental illness who commit serious offences. By voting for C-54, Mr. Calkins is playing on the politics of fear to perpetuate myths and stereotypes about mental illness. That is wrong — and will make us less safe. Bob Rae, MP Liberal Party of Canada
People in power need accountability Dear Editor: As we watch the shenanigans in Ottawa around irregularities in senators’ billing practices and more closer to home watch the PC government significantly attempt to change supports for disabled people, it might be worth pondering the corrupting potential of power and privilege. The Magna Carta, the American Bill of Rights, human rights as declared during the French Revolution and the UN Declaration of Human Rights, were all created to limit the power of the so-called executive branch. The
initiators of these iconic documents understood that without clear and public declarations people in power have the opportunity to run roughshod over their citizens. How the electorate challenges the Canadian and provincial governments is not an optional exercise. It means, I believe, continuous awareness and involvement. Governments in democratic countries are there to follow our agenda not theirs. They have a duty to consult on a range of issues. That’s why they were elected in the first place. George Jason
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EVENTS AND RECREATION Ponoka Youth Triathlon Plus Ponoka Youth Triathlon Plus - Sunday June 16. Check in at 10am Race Starts at 11am. Come out and cheer on the participants!
Summer Reading Program at Ponoka Jubilee Library Come have fun this summer making crafts, playing games and winning prizes! Register your child (ages 5-12) at the Ponoka library this month. Program runs July 2nd to August 15th. Fee is $5 a child, $10 for a family of 4 children or $15 for a family of 5 or more children for the whole summer! Registration times: June 17th – 21st and 24th – 28th 10am – 5:30pm. For more information contact Paige Mueller at (403) 783-3843 or by email at pmueller@prl.ab.ca
Canada Day Celebrations The Town of Ponoka, Klaglahachie and the Hamilton’s IGA present – 2013 Canada Day Celebrations! Monday, July 1, 2013. Hamilton’s IGA BBQ and Entertainment from 11am -5 pm The Klaglahachie have family and children’s activities and entertainment from 1pm -7pm, in the Parking lot of the United Church. Canada Day Cakes will be available at both locations as well as at the Aquaplex!
Logo Concept Contest Are you creative and want to contribute to your local library? Ponoka Jubilee library is having a LOGO CONCEPT CONTEST! First prize is an eReader and a free library membership for a year. Contest is open to all ages and closes on June 30th. For entry forms and information about the contest go to www.ponokalibrary.prl.ab.ca or stop by Ponoka Jubilee library.
Aquaplex Update • EFFECTIVE JUNE 1ST: Proper swim wear must be worn in the pool. Street clothes are not allowed, swim attire ONLY. • Registrations for summer swim lessons are in full swing. Check out the schedule on our website – www.ponoka. ca • The Splash Park Grand Opening for the Splash Park is scheduled for Saturday, June 15th.
COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Next Town Council Meetings June 24 (Monday) at 7:00 pm Visit our website: www.ponoka.ca for a copy of the agenda.
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Research project tracks hypertension in Canadians A landmark research study that tracked 3.5 million Canadians with high blood pressure for up to 12 years has found that men, the elderly and people living in low-income or rural areas generally have poorer health outcomes than other segments of the population. Anyone who lives with untreated high blood pressure faces increased risks from heart attack, heart failure and stroke but now researchers have pinpointed the specific segments of the population at greatest risk of those health outcomes. “Because the study is so large, and is based on health records from six provinces, it offers an accurate portrait of what is happening to Canadians with hypertension,” says Dr. Hude Quan, the lead author of the paper, and a member of the Libin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta, which is supported by Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the University of Calgary. “Until now we haven’t had benchmark information on the overall state of the population but these findings will enable us to determine in the future whether our prevention and treatment approaches in addressing hypertension are having an impact,” says Dr. Quan, who is also a U of C professor and co-chair of the Quality Improvement Committee of the AHS Cardiovascular Health & Stroke Strategic Clinical Network. High blood pressure or hypertension — sometimes called a silent killer because it has no warning signs or symptoms — is a condition of increased force against the walls of the arteries as blood flows through them. If left untreated, it can seriously affect
cardiovascular function, and lead to heart attack, heart failure and stroke. Risk factors include age, family history, obesity, high salt intake, high fat intake, physical inactivity, smoking, alcohol intake, stress and diabetes. The study, published this month by the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, found the mortality rate among hypertensive Canadians from all causes was 22.4 per 1,000 person years, meaning about 22 deaths would be expected among 1,000 hypertensive persons observed for one year. Researchers speculate health outcomes could be poorer for the elderly due to what are called co-morbidities or additional diseases or health conditions. Hypertensive men may fare worse than women because of negative lifestyle factors, such as smoking or alcohol consumption, and it’s well established that low-income populations generally have poorer overall health than those in higher socio-economic groups. Dr. Norman Campbell, one of the study’s coauthors and a member of the Libin Cardiovascular Institute, says one of the interesting findings in the paper is the apparent “sad reversal” that’s taken place among the rural population. “A generation ago it was the people who worked on farms who would be the healthiest, but now, with increased mechanization and poorer diets, they’re among the unhealthiest,” he says. “Although treatment and control of hypertension in Canada has improved over the last decade, at least one in five Canadians has high blood pressure,” says Dr. Campbell, who is also a U of C professor. “Global-
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ly, almost one in three has hypertension and it’s the leading cause of disability worldwide.” Dr. Blair O’Neill, clinical co-director of the AHS Cardiovascular Health & Stroke Strategic Clinical Network, welcomes the findings. “The important thing is what we do with this data,” he says. “One focus of the clinical networks is to foster research that positively impacts patients. Studies like these will help inform the design of new programs to help improve the quality of health care in Alberta.” Strategic Clinical Networks, comprising health care professionals, researchers, community leaders and policy makers, are focused on specific areas of health and are working to en-
hance the patient journey, improve outcomes and standardize care delivery across the province. Of the 3.5 million people included in the research study, 29.4 per cent were younger than 50, 35.6 per cent were aged 50 to 64, and 35 per cent were 65 or older. Males made up 48.2 per cent of the sample. Gurmit Kaur Sarpal, a 63-year-old Calgarian, knows full well the importance of making lifestyle changes to help bring hypertension under control. Diagnosed with high blood pressure 20 years ago, Sarpal realized she had to do something to deal with the stress and depression she felt. She enrolled in an eight-week Better Choices, Better Health program offered by AHS, which teaches about the healthy benefits of lifestyle choices like diet, exercise and meditation. “I’m still on low doses of medication for high blood pressure, but I now have a much greater sense of well-being,” she says. “I’m eating better and I exercise at least twice a week.” The study included anonymized data from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Ontario. The paper is a product of the HOST group, or the Hypertension Outcome and Surveillance Team, which is composed of researchers from across Canada. The Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Libin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta and Hypertension Canada supported the project.
Continued from page 2 Engen wanted the reduction universal across the division. “I think we as trustees deserve to know if there’s any utility to this. We are expected to know what’s happening out there,’ said Huff, explaining his push for the reports. Due to some busing schedules of Wolf Creek’s rural schools they have many more PD Days than schools in Lacombe. Outlying schools such as Bluffton, which only goes to Grade 9, due to busing, have longer days by approximately 20 minutes, says secretary-treasurer Joe Henderson. “It’s just a differential. When you have to get kids to two schools and they’re a distance apart one has to start
earlier,” said Henderson “I think this helps level the playing field because the rural schools do have more,” said trustee Donna Peters. Trustee Barb Walker said if the reduction affected the entire division the numbers would still be uneven, since every school would gain an additional day. Despite superintendent Larry Jacob’s comments that creating the exception for Lacombe’s four schools would be more difficult than a divisionwide decision, the board opted to do just that. “Next year, the following year, we’re going to have to deal with the hours anyway so I think we should support the request,” said Jess.
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Outreach students overcome adversity for academics By Amelia Naismith There was such a large graduating class this year at Ponoka Outreach School the awards night had to be held separately. ‘This is the first time for me since I’ve been principal that we’ve had to split of the grad and awards night,” said principal Scott Lewis. The awards were held June 5 at the Ponoka Legion and a comfortable, informal barbecue supper complemented the evening. There were 19 recipients this year, an average number for the school. “The awards are pretty steady. The part that’s unusual is to have the awards separate. I think we might do it again, even if we don’t have to,” said Lewis. While Lewis already missing his graduated students, he’s proud of how much they’ve achieved. “(There’s) lots of kids who overcome great challenges and land on their feet.”
Lewis says many of the recipients had to deal with family and transportation issues, pregnancies, and academic and credit deficiencies. Recent graduate Bianca Jenkins came to the Outreach School partway through grade 11 with only six credits to her name. A year and a half later she graduated with more than the required amount of 100. “She’s a poster child for what you can do in terms of accelerating,” said Lewis. People often think their schools are only for kids who need more time, but that isn’t the case. Other award winners overcame huge learning deficit problems. “Without naming names they were in Grade 10 but literally reading at a Grade 3 level,” said Lewis. “They just make me feel encouraged about youth.” Lewis is also proud and thanks the community for their support of the outreach students through the awards and work experience opportunities.
Bianca Jenkins received the fine arts scholarship, which was presented by Jaelene Skaley of Sunny 94 at the Ponoka Outreach School awards night, June 5. Photos by Amelia Naismith
Nikki Mackinaw (left) and Shaniah Applegarth (right) are awarded the most positive contribution of school environment award by assistant principal Shelagh Hagemann.
Judy Dick, manager of Ponoka News, presents Sarah Wallace with the humanities award.
Ponoka Outreach School assistant principal Shelagh Hagemann presents Gary Soosay with the perseverance and dedication award.
Christine Cardinal is presented the determination and tenacity award by teacher Carolyn Ramey at the Ponoka Outreach School’s award night.
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Congratulations to the PCHS Graduating Class of 2 0 1 3 Technology a barrier to life, Rawlinson advises grads
By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Technology has become such a part of our lives that we almost couldn’t imagine how to function without it. But Ian Rawlinson, principal of Ponoka Composite High School (PCHS), suggested to the graduating class of 2013 that maybe it is time to put down the technology and live life. He spoke to graduates during the commencement ceremony June 7. He referred to Y2K worries that technology would be unable to manage the change in century and many people were worried of the outcome. “I don’t know what we were thinking or why that would happen.” Graduates entered the school system 13 years ago to deal with advances in technology and Rawlinson considered what people have learned since then. Since 2000, reality television and wireless technology has grown and in some ways Rawlinson feels this same wireless technology has put an end to some things. “You embrace it, you love it, many of you even sleep with it,” he joked. “I’m here to tell you we are wrong.” Twitter used to be a funny twitch but now it’s used to express opinions in 140 characters or less. People do not have the patience to continue any longer and discussing problems comes in 140 characters or less. This has created an environment of people who have shorter attention spans and less personal interaction. “I didn’t give an anniversary or birthday wish online. I offered them a hug,” stated Rawlinson.
Separating the work life and personal life was much easier but now people have access to email and texts related to work. He believes technology has allowed people to be close to each other but has created a different form of alienation. Devices such as the IPad and IPod miss one important piece. “We.” Being able to Tweet and Instagram in front of people who may just want to get to know a person have become almost too much. “It’s taking over aspects of our lives. It is destroying relationships,” said Rawlinson. His wish for graduates is for them to learn something from the principles of kindness and friendship and to reverse some of the negative effects of technology; he suggests they turn off the cellphone and post everything on Facebook later so that graduation can be remembered. “A part of me wishes technology would have died on that fateful day of 2000,” stated Rawlinson. “Remember it’s people and relationships who make us who we are.” Words of wisdom from the valedictorian Valedictorian Presley Waknuk remembers coming into high school and getting used to the changes in her life. Eventually students who came from different schools started to become friends and they all were part of PCHS. Life’s responsibilities took over and students had to manage the many aspects of their lives. “We had the responsibility of balancing homework, extracurricular activities, a job and a social life.” Sometimes students found themselves wishing for the more simple life of elementary school. She
PCHS principal Ian Rawlinson congratulates valedictorian Presley Waknuk before she speaks to graduates during the commencement ceremony June 7. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye congratulated all the graduates for their work, which culminated in their graduation day. Not only did students work through all their responsibilities but they had to contend with a high school under construction. She believes the lessons they learned at PCHS will help guide their
decisions after high school. Whether graduates enter the job market or attend a post-secondary school these lessons will be with them. “Just like when we were children we should continue to listen to our hearts,” suggested Waknuk. “We will be rewarded with true happiness.”
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PCHS grads encouraged to face life’s challenges By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye With life experience comes wisdom and dignitaries at the Ponoka Composite High School (PCHS) graduation gave their fair share of it to grads. Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox praised students making a large first step in their lives. “Today you’ve not reached the destination in your lives. You’ve completed just one journey, many more lie before you.” “I wish you all the successes in where your future may take you,” added Fox. Life events have a way of changing people’s plans but school trustee Lorrie Jess suggests students keep living life to the fullest. “I’ve learned that life happens and our dreams don’t always come to fruition.” She spoke of a passion for gardening and a dream to open a greenhouse but she would never dream of owning a bookstore at the age of 25. Six months after she took over the bookstore Jess became a paraplegic and although she never thought this would occur, “life just continued to happen.” Despite the incident she was able to have three kids and watch them grow up. “Never did I dream that I would be a widow, a single mom and a suicide survivor at the age of 41. Life just kind of happened,” stated Jess. “I do have big pie-in-the-sky dreams to start walking but I don’t stop living life waiting for this to happen.” She said changes in technology is
forcing her to close her bookstore but she knows life will continue on and suggests students live life to the fullest. Life has a way of changing a person’s dreams and she feels the best thing to do is move forward. “Don’t forget to experience whatever may come your way and let life happen,” added Jess. There are 49 First Nations students from Montana, Ermineskin, Samson, Louis Bull and Pigeon Lake graduating this year and some of them are from Ponoka Composite High School, says Samson Chief Marvin Yellowbird. “There is no greater reward than to witness students graduating from Grade 12 and continuing onward into various fields of choice.” He believes education and hard work will help students do well in life and he suggests that no matter which field they decide to delve into, they should always remember where they came from. Technology is a tool that has allowed communication between youths to become almost instantaneous. Twitter, Facebook and texting are means to get information out faster and more effectively than ever and because of this technology there are many opportunities and careers available to graduates. “I ask you to be proud of whoever you are and whatever door opens for you, kick it wide open and say, ‘I’m here,’” advised Yellowbird. “Don’t forget to thank your parents and be safe.”
School trustee Lorrie Jess speaks to students about life’s challenges.
Samson Cree Chief Marvin Yellowbird congratulated First Nations students for their accomplishments.
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Hard work pays off for PCHS grads with awards By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye As grads take on a new chapter in their lives their accomplishments must be celebrated. Grade 12 students at the Ponoka Composite High School (PCHS) celebrated their last year of high school June 7 among parents, friends and family. This evening many students were also recognized for accomplishments above and beyond everyday school work and these are some of the highlights. Vice-principal Ron Rarick was proud to present the awards and thanked the sponsors for their support. “It’s not possible without the great sponsors in our community.” Principal Ian Rawlinson had two students he wanted to pick this year for the Principal’s Award and rather than choose between the two, Rawlinson decided on both. “I debated and debated and debated.” The decision came at the last minute to award Brianna Green and Matthew Korchinski. Rawlinson enjoys having some freedom in the decision. “It’s also the toughest thing I have to do.” Green was chosen because she is “someone who is all about the we, and not about the me.” “She’s the first to be seen when someone is down and out,” he added. “She is kind, considerate and works extremely hard.” Korchinski was added moments before the graduation ceremony because Rawlinson sees himself in Korchinski. “He always takes responsibility for his actions even if his actions were completely inappropriate,” Rawlinson joked. “I think this kid is a super kid and he has an awesome future ahead of him.” A new scholarship this year is in honour of Brett Wiese, a lover of sports such as golf and hockey. Parents Brenda and Jody Wiese presented the $2,500 scholarship over a three-year period to Nicholas Grant for strong academic excellence and a passion for sports. The Wieses received much support from the community and PCHS after the death of Brett, said Mrs. Wiese. Much of that support came in the form of donations for a scholarship fund. “We felt that this is very important to present this to a student who most closely represents Brett. Somebody who is passionate of sports, specifically golf and hockey, and somebody who loves to learn and loves to have fun.” There were 49 First Nations graduates at PCHS this year and a special $500 award from Peace Hills Insurance went to Logan Nepoose for his dedication to PCHS and for pursuing a post-secondary education. Shirley Petterson presented the Russell Petterson Memorial Award to Morena Stamm, Petterson is the daughter-in-law of former principal Russell Petterson. Mr. Petterson was the first principal of the high school under the name of PCHS and a highlight of his career was moving into the school from the old location. “He loved the building. He loved the staff, all of the students that he had to deal with over the years.” Stamm was presented with this award for attending post-secondary education and for contributions to the school in music, art, science or math. Rodeo is a part of many students’ lives in Ponoka and two students received special recognition in the form of the Tom Butterfield Creating Cowboys Schol-
arship. Students who receive this award are recognized for pursuing either a trade or post-secondary education and who stay involved with rodeo. Tamara Bonnett and Jordan Pritchard were recognized with $500 and Ponoka Stampede director Gary Harbin spoke of the importance of a strong character and living by the Code of the West. “Live each day with courage, take pride in your work, always finish what you started, do what has to be done. Be tough but be fair, when you make a promise, keep it.” Commencement award winners: • Lori Matheson for the Schmidt Kelm Award, $500 • Karlee Sieweke, Birchland Dental Clinic Scholarship, $500 • Shania Kjenner and Stephanie Rowland, Mitchell Family Bursary Award, $500 • Shania Kjenner, Mecca Glen Parent Council Scholarship, $500 • Blake Hinkley, Will’s Welding Scholarship, gifts valued at $500. • Rachel Rarick, Ponoka Kinette Award, $500 • Douglas Wilton, Masonic Higher Education Bursary, $2,000 • Cassidy Corkery and Douglas Wilton, Mrs. Juliea Ness Scholarship, $750 • Douglas Wilton, Riverside Legacy Scholarship, $500 • Cassidy Corkery, Calumet Synergy Association Scholarship Excellence Award, $500 • Stephanie Rowland, Corkery Student Leadership Award, $500 • Morena Stamm, Friends of Crestomere Scholarship, $500 • Morenna Stamm, Russell Petterson Memorial Award, $500 • Morena Stamm, Sunny ’94 Scholarship, $625 • Irene Ha, Ponoka Lions Club Award – most improved student $500 • Lauren Sieben, Ponoka Lions Club Award – general proficiency award, $500 • Paige Bonnett, Pat Radke Memorial Scholarship, $500 • Tamara Bonnett and Jordan Pritchard, Tom Butterfield Creating Cowboys Scholarship, $500 • Jordan Pritchard, Glen Armitage Memorial Scholarship, $2,500 • Jagger Chalmers, Ryan Kinley Memorial Scholarship, $500 • Blake Hinkley and Travis Wedlund for welding, Colton Gervais and Cole Pritchard for electrician and Josh Simons for auto technician, Registered Apprenticeship Program, $1000 scholarship • Lori Matheson for equine and Kornelius Spek for dairy, Green Certificate Program, certificate • Nicholas Grant, Almita Scholarship, $500 • Nicholas Grant, Brett Wiese Memorial Scholarship, $2,500 scholarship over three years • Logan Nepoose, Peace Hills Insurance Award, $500 • Madison Czapp, Iris Zipse Memorial Scholarship, $450 • Morgan Wiese, Jo-Ann Social Fund Citizenship Scholarship, $200 • Morgan Wiese, Rotary International, $1,000 • Presley Waknuk, Rollie Comeau and Bryan Martin Academic Scholarship, $500 • Presley Waknuk, Valedictorian Award, $500 • PCHS Principal’s Award, Brianna Green and Matthew Korchinski, $500
Nick Grant, Doug Wilton, Cole Hogarth, Keegan McCloud, Dez Robinson and Mathew Lanz are dressed and ready for the banquet.
Sianna Beaubien gets her certificate during the commencements June 7 and can’t contain her joy.
PCHS graduates celebrate the tossing of the caps in style.
Shayla Loeffler and Kendra Joyes have some fun with the photo booths before the PCHS graduates banquet June 8.
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Seniors gain health tips at Rejuvenation event By Amelia Naismith The Rejuvenate conference had Ponoka’s seniors feeling so good they turned their drumming circle session into a dance celebration. Rejuvenation was held at the Ponoka Drop-in Centre June 5 and focused on improving the well being of seniors through three informative and interactive sessions. Rhythm fitness was instructed by Tamera de Ryck and included many toe-tapping and Bollywood beats perfect to stretch out the muscles. The drumming circle was led by Jamie Gone, drum circle facilitator of rhythm, and the seniors were given the chance to relax their minds and lose themselves in drumming. The most stationary was called Putting the Fun Back into Food and was led by Shannon BoyceCampbell, executive director of FCSS. Boyce-Campbell wanted to dispel or prove some of the myths that follow aging and eating and have the seniors evaluate their own lives when it comes to eating healthy and eating happy. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult but it seems seniors, despite the wisdom their years have brought, fall into some of the bad habits the rest of us have. The conference discovered one of the challenges of eating healthy stems from loneliness. There’s a social connection to food and full-bal-
anced meals aren’t always made by those living alone because it’s seen as too much work. “One thing about food is we have control over it, we think we don’t but we do,” said BoyceCampbell. “We eat out to much. That’s what I find as seniors,” said Muriel Eagle. Boyce-Campbell explained eating out is the one time people lose control of their own food and what’s put into it. However, eating out helps appease the social need that follows. Digestive problems and depression also play into how and what seniors eat. Boyce-Campbell said for those looking to eat healthier, a partner is a good way to go about it. Being accountable to someone other than yourself is a strong motivator. “To make change happen we need to have the motivation and we need to have the triggers to keep us going.” Playing on the social aspects, the whole convention was a social outing for those attending, said FCSS program co-ordinator Emma Curran. Curran grew up in Ponoka and returned after six years of university to leap into her position with FCSS in May. “Overall I think it was enjoyable for those who attended,” said Curran. “This is my hometown and not only that I’ve always been drawn to non-profit. I want to develop this town as much as possible.” Frieda Jess (left) and Janice Mackie do a little Bollywood exercise dancing from their chairs.
Irene Wegmann played the accordion during the snack bar break.
Many types of drums, as well as other instruments, were used during the drumming circle led by Jamie Gone of Circles of Rhythm.
Muriel Eagle, who was visiting from Yellowknife, attended the Rejuvenate Conference and participated in the rhythm fitness session. Photos by Amelia Naismith
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When analyzing the role of men in the household, it’s clear that those roles have changed over the years. Data from the American Time Use Survey and the Pew Research Center reveals that in 2011 men were spending far more time performing household duties than they were in 1965. Men spent 10 hours per week on chores in 2011, which is more than double the amount of time (four hours) they devoted to household duties in 1965. Despite that more active role at home, many men still feel they are not spending enough time with their children. The Pew survey, which examined more than 2,500 adults, found that 46 per cent of fathers felt they weren’t spending enough time as they wanted to with their kids. Professional commitments keep many men from spending ample time with their kids, and while it many not be realistic for most fathers to walk away from their careers, there are steps men can take to make more time for their families. • Don’t overextend yourself at the office. Much is made of how today’s youngsters have more hectic schedules than those of yesteryear. But it’s
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Ponoka baby born on Highway 2, healthy and strong By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The well known rock song Life is a Highway by Tom Cochrane may be an appropriate song for newborn baby Pieter Boyes to sing on his future birthdays since he was born on Highway 2. Baby Pieter was born May 28 at 2:40 a.m. with a healthy weight of 8 pounds 1 ounce and 20 inches long. But what is perhaps more remarkable is Pieter was born on Highway 2 at a truck pullout just south of Leduc. Parents Christina Struik and Graham Boyes had a moment’s notice once they realized labour had begun. Struik had some abdominal pains the days leading up to the birth. “I just thought I’m in a lot of pain, I can’t sleep again.” “The whole thing was two and a half hours from start to finish,” says Boyes. About 1 a.m. Struik woke up because of contractions; she woke Boyes up at 2 a.m. so they could drive to Edmonton where their midwife, Tamar Quist, lives. “I was just in pain. I said, ‘Graham, I think we need to go,’” explained Struik. Active labour began as soon as she got out of bed. Contractions were three minutes apart. A quiet, yet organized urgency filled the house while they grabbed a few belongings but Boyes had already planned for the possibility they would need to leave in a rush. “We left quickly,” stated Struik. Northbound on Highway 2, contractions ramped up. “All of a sudden her contractions went from three minutes apart to zero minutes apart,” ex-
plained Boyes. There was no need for Struik to time the contractions, the pain was enough of an indication that the baby was ready to be born. “He (Boyes) could tell because I was yelling every time there was a contraction.” At this point Boyes was looking for a safe place to pull over and he picked the truck pullout. Midwife Quist knew they were on their way and over the cellphone had to give Boyes a crash course in delivering a baby. He had read some material on delivering a baby so was not entirely unprepared but “reading a PDF on the Internet does not really make one a professional.” Pulling over was a relief to Struik whose main concern was the safety and health of her baby. “At that point I really wanted to push the baby out.” Everything was thrown out of the van to accommodate Struik and she held on to the back of the seats while giving birth. Boyes believes the baby was born in 10 minutes once they pulled over. “It was extremely fast.” He was instructed to rub the baby’s back and tickle his feet to help get him breathing and there was nothing else to do but continue on to Edmonton. Once they arrived in Edmonton Quist jumped in the van to ensure Pieter’s vitals were healthy and then clamped the umbilical cord. The best part for Struik was the drive to the hotel room they had booked for the birth. “It was totally dark, you just have this little baby cooing sound. And it was a clear night so you could see the moon and the stars. It was very peaceful,” explained Struik.
Pieter Boyes was born in the early morning hours of May 28 on Highway 2 at a rest stop. Here brother Wes, father Graham and mother Christina tell the story of him being born in the back of the van. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kay
Stress of giving birth on the highway was lessened by the knowledge baby Pieter was healthy. An ultrasound a few weeks earlier showed the baby was growing healthy and there were no issues but the experience still gave Boyes a rush of energy. “There was a lot of adrenaline in this. I’ve been bungee jumping, this was more of an adrenaline rush.” Despite the screaming no truck drivers woke up. The family opted to use a midwife but had a challenge finding one who was close and who did not already have a full schedule. Boyes feels practicing as a midwife in British Columbia or Ontario is easier than in Alberta because of the courses of care offered. Provincial healthcare coverage is more readily available for midwives in those provinces. “What we’re seeing is a lot of really skilled, really qualified midwives are moving to other provinces because it’s easier for them to find work there.” Applications were sent to eight
midwife practices, three were full, four did not reply and Quist was the only one who contacted the family. “I was really close to resorting to bribery,” joked Boyes. He hopes issues can be improved because he sees some benefit to taxpayers as well. Having a birth at home costs nothing to the taxpayer and he believes midwives are able to direct all their focus on the mother and baby. “It’s safer than the do-it-yourself route, which is what we did but were not planning to do,” added Boyes. Pieter would have been a breach baby but Quist gave them certain exercises to get the baby to be in an optimal birth position. “We might not have known that.” The other benefit of a midwife is the amount of time they spend with patients. Parents spent more time with Quist than they ever have with doctors for their first baby. “We were very well taken care of,” added Boyes.
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The joys of being a dad, grandpa and husband are countless For those of us who have reached our Golden Years, we love to fondly look back, share and reminisce about the good times and great acquaintances of our youth but then again, there would eventually be that exciting, sometimes scary occasion where we all had to grow up and get on with the rest of our lives. Some of my most cherished memories now come from the overwhelming joys and challenges along the way. I’m also striving hard to be a good father, grandfather, and hopefully a good and gracious husband. We just recently returned from a rainy but warm trip to British Columbia, where we had a wonderful visit with my dad (94), my step-mom Jean (90), and my
brother Peter and his family. Through the good times and the bad, happiness and joy, work and play, family adventures should always be the best years of our life, to always be shared and celebrated at every possible occasion. This coming Sunday, June 16, is one of those special events, as we honour Father’s Day in whatever way we may wish, among family and friends. Believe it or not, on Dad’s Day there are more collect phone calls than any other day of the year, so if they can’t make it back home, encourage them to call, or email, or tweet, or Skype, or whatever to keep that long distance love connection going strong. As they all sit down this Sunday to
celebrate with us good old boys at a backyard barbecue, the lake, cabin, or nice restaurant, we will likely share stories about the trials, tribulations and of course the countless triumphs we have survived and mostly enjoyed in those memorable chapters and exciting challenges of marriage, raising a family and retirement. As husbands and parents we have obviously had our ups and downs along the way as far helping to bring up the kids, as well as keeping the spark and the trust in the marriage. After 47 years of mostly wedded bliss, four children and four grandchildren I most probably made quite a few mistakes along the way but I will forever cherish the memories and have so many
great people to thank for getting me through the tough turns in the road, while always encouraging me to seek the best of times. As all of us from the male gender quickly realized this partner/ child raising adventure Mike Rainone won’t always be wine Hammertime and roses but the results and fruits of our efforts will hopefully last for a lifetime. Just for some good old fun, here are some of compromises and rules that I think the guys have set while trying to be a great husband and father, and may quite likely cost me a week on the couch and a few disgruntled phone calls or emails. • Men are not mind readers, and if something we said can be interpreted two ways, and one makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one. Yes and no are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question. If we ask what is wrong and you say “Nothing,” then we will act like nothing is wrong. • Christopher Columbus did not need directions and neither do we. Also, we have tried to learn to work the toilet seat for years but sometimes we forget. We don’t mind giving back rubs but how about after meals because then we have more energy. • You can either ask us to do something or tell how us you want it done but not both please. If you ask a question to which you don’t want an answer, expect an answer that you don’t want to hear. How tough is it to discipline our kids when we recall what we were like when we were them? • You have too many clothes and shoes but when we have to go somewhere absolutely anything you wear looks just great. • One of my dear wife’s favourite statements is: “Whenever possible, please say whatever you have to say during the commercials.” Our manly comeback is, “Always try to remember that our Sunday sports are like the full moon or the changing of the tides, so please let it be.” • Ask us whatever you want but let’s be clear on this one: Subtle hints do not work, strong hints do not work and obvious hints do not work — so just come right out and say it. An ode to the man of the house Sometimes we appear gruff and tough, and our whiskers get really rough; But underneath we have a big, but often soft heart, and gentle hands; And above all, will always have a great love and pride for our one and only little family. Walk, ride, or run — get out and enjoy the summer sun, and have a great week, all of you!
Free up weekends Continued from page 14 Technology has made it possible to stay connected to your work even when you aren’t in the office, so you can always get things done at home after dinner with your family while the kids are doing their homework. • Stop working on weekends. Men who travel often for business or those who simply cannot get away from the office on weeknights should reserve their weekends for time with the family. Don’t take your work home with you on the weekend and don’t check your email until you go back to work on Monday. Work-related distractions, such as checking your email on your smartphone, can take away from the time you have with your family.
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Changes coming to Ponoka’s fire and EMS dispatch By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye The fire and ambulance dispatch centre for Ponoka is closing this year. These changes come after a report from the Health Quality Council of Alberta (HQCA) recommended only two EMS centres for the entire province. Fire Chief Ted Dillon received notice from the Rocky Mountain House dispatch centre that Oct. 14 is the last day they expect to be open and he must now look at other options. Red Deer and Black Diamond have 911 call centres and Dillon has already met with Red Deer deputy fire chiefs to discuss services.
“Red Deer already does Rimbey, Lacombe and everybody around us.” Although a decision has not yet been made, Dillon says this will cost Ponoka more for the services because the Rocky dispatch centre takes the Telus 911 assignment to handle calls. “We were very fortunate to have Rocky do it for that. The other providers are all charging per capita charge,” added Dillon. He has not received the full details from Red Deer yet so is unable to say what those costs would actually be and town councillors will also have to make a decision on where Po-
noka’s dispatch service will be. The Innisfail and Rocky Mountain House fire departments also need to make a decision where they will have their dispatch centres but there are not too many options. Handling 911 calls is not an easy task. Call takers at these dispatch centre take special fire, police and EMS training and must be able to handle many different callers. They need to understand and determine the severity of a call. “There’s a lot of questions that have to be asked.” One of the benefits of using the Red Deer centre is they may have a better understanding
of the area but all dispatchers have maps of the specific areas they are in. Since Ponoka County changed its addressing system it has helped firefighters and dispatchers get to a location but Dillon always asks for directions in the event a road has become closed or impassible. “Because GPSs don’t know when roads are closed,” explained Dillon. He still needs to meet with Red Deer emergency dispatch centre and town councillors will have to make a decision on where Ponoka will have its dispatch centre. Ponoka has been using the Rocky centre since 2007.
Councillors attend FCM conference in Vancouver By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Networking is a staple practice for businesses but the idea also translates for town councillors. The Town of Ponoka is a member of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and these groups help advocate the needs of municipalities. Councillors attended the annual FCM conference in Vancouver, B.C. from May 31 to June 3 to see what the big issues were for towns and cities and also to meet with other councillors from across Canada. “You don’t get a lot of times where you can actually sit down and network with other municipalities,” says Coun. Rick Bonnett. Despite the costs to fly and stay for the
time of the conference, there is a benefit to being able to speak with other mayors and councillors over issues they are dealing with. The conference also offers education sessions and tours of the local area where ideas worked; in this case Coun. John Jacobs, who advocates for a strong trail system in Ponoka, saw the depth of the trail system in Vancouver. “I’ve learned an awful lot about trails,” added Jacobs. Although Prime Minister Stephen Harper has not been to any of the FCM conferences, opposition leaders have taken the time to speak with attendees. Liberal leader Justin Trudeau spoke with Jacobs, which he feels may benefit the town should Trudeau become prime minister. “The networking to me is by far the best.”
Putting a value on the benefits of networking is difficult and the former council’s policy was to let every councillor at least one opportunity to go to a conference. This council has decided if the venue is reasonably close, all can attend. Many issues came up that Bonnett found helpful. The issue of senators and their accountability was discussed and so was how the federal government plans to provide money to municipalities. “Everything this year has been on infrastructure and the gas tax,” explained Bonnett. “It was all dollars, dollars, dollars.” Harper did speak with attendees through a video but Bonnett is disappointed he has never been there in person. “That’s the one thing that disappoints me, there’s not as much
federal politicians there.” Jacobs tries to attend as many sessions as possible and agrees there is a challenge in placing value on networking but says seeing the trail system and what worked was educational. “You learn from others.” He sees the conference as a perk of being a councillor. “Politics is a lot about political alliances,” added Jacobs. Being a member of the FCM also provides Ponoka with a chance to vote on resolutions and membership is a $320 fee plus less than 11 cents per capita, which cost Ponoka $1,228.26 this year. Mayor Larry Henkelman was on vacation and unable to comment and Coun. Loanna Gulka was the only one who did not attend.
77th Annual Ponoka Stampede Parade Friday, June 28 beginning at 10 a.m. 2013 Theme: “Big Brothers Big Sisters” JUDGING AT 9:00 A.M. SHARP PONOKA STAMPEDE PARADE CATEGORIES
PONOKA STAMPEDE PARADE GUIDELINES 1. Entries should be at the Arena marshalling area before 9:00 a.m. to be judged. Entries should be totally assembled and participants ready to be judged. 2. The Parade Committee reserves the right to refuse access to the Parade to any entry deemed unsuitable, or dangerous. 3. An ambulance and tow truck will be on standby in case of any emergency. 4. Entries must not deviate from the established parade route unless directed by a police officer or parade official. 5. No smoking or alcoholic beverages are allowed on parade entries. 6. Items such as candy, balloons, etc. may be given out to spectators by “Walkers” who accompany the float and hand out treats from a safe distance by using small bags or pails. There is to be NO THROWING OF CANDY from floats for safety’s sake. 7. All entries should be 80% decorated and decorations securely fastened. 8. Any individuals under 16 driving quads or garden tractors are only to drive on the parade route. 9. Along the parade route you may encounter travelling parade marshals who have the authority to ask you to slow down, speed up, etc. YOUR COOPERATION IS APPRECIATED TO HELP MAKE THE PARADE SAFE FOR EVERYONE! The 3-mile long Ponoka Stampede Parade is making plans for the 77th Annual Parade. We would like you to be a part of this exciting event at the famous Ponoka Stampede. Your entry would add greatly to the quality and variety of our wellknown parade. Please fill out the attached entry form and plan on having a great time at both the parade and the Ponoka Stampede.
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ATB Financial Outlaw RoundUp joins KidSport Submitted ATB Financial has been supporting Alberta community charities and events for 75 years. In 2012 alone that means $1.3 million was contributed back to Alberta. In Ponoka, our tradition is no different. Over the last four years the Ponoka branch is proud to have raised more than $67 000 for community programs, including the Ponoka Youth Centre, Victim Services, the splashpark project and the Ponoka Composite High School Broncs athletics program, through the created jail and bail, ATB Financial Outlaw RoundUp. This year we are celebrating our fifth annual RoundUp in support of the new Ponoka Chapter of KidSport. KidSport is a national nonprofit organization that believes no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sports. KidSport provides support to children to remove financial barriers that prevent them from participating in sport. By providing this opportunity, KidSport encourages early physical activity habits that will increase the probability that kids remain active in adulthood; promotes self-esteem, teamwork, commitment to goals, and responsibility that will benefit them throughout their lifetime. The ATB Financial Outlaw RoundUp will be held in conjunction with the Ponoka News’ Stampede Breakfast on Wednesday, June 26 from 8 to 11 a.m. on Chipman Avenue in the heart of Ponoka. So when you get the call to bust a bandit out of the hoosegow, dig deep so that, together, we can help as many kids as possible. Wrangle up your rustlers to come down, have some breakfast and join in the excitement and fun while we arrest local outlaws to give all kids a chance to play with KidSport Ponoka and ATB Financial.
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Better prospects for alternative births reached A three-year agreement between Alberta Health Services and the Alberta Association of Midwives will improve access to maternity services for all Albertans and provide birthing alternatives for expecting families. “Expanding options for Albertans to access care supports a better health care system for all. Midwifery is a great example of how we’re doing that,” said Health Minister Fred Horne. “I’m delighted to see this agreement signed, and I look forward to the continued growth of midwifery in Alberta.” A memorandum of understanding between the two groups was negotiated and will remain in effect until March 31, 2015. It will ensure continued funding and support for Alberta’s growing number of midwives. “Midwives play a crucial role in our health care system, providing primary care and support at one of the most important times in people’s lives,” said Dr. Chris Eagle, president and CEO of Alberta Health Services (AHS). “This agreement will allow midwives to continue their dedicated care for patients, while ensuring that Albertans get the very best care possible.”
For Albertans, the agreement will maintain publicly-funded access to midwifery services. It will also lead to the formation of a provincial midwifery database that will enable AHS to use the data for planning purposes and improving access. The Alberta Association of Midwives (AAM) negotiated on behalf of its members and midwifery practices across the province. “I would really like to thank the minister of health and AHS for having this vision for midwifery in Alberta,” said AAM president JoanMargaret Laine. “Establishing this agreement with AHS has been a major milestone in 2013 and will allow for planned and regulated growth of midwifery in our province.” Since 1998, midwives have been regulated professionals under the Health Disciplines Act in Alberta. On April 1, 2009, midwifery services became publicly funded as a strategy to improve access to maternity services across Alberta. In 2010, all funding for midwifery services has been provided solely through AHS. Since 2008, there has been a 17-per-cent increase in the number of midwives each year with more than 70 practising registered midwives in Alberta today. Midwives provide service through a ‘Course of Care’ model that encompasses antepartum care; labour; birth support and care to women with low-risk pregnancies, and postpartum care to women and infants. There are more than 70 midwives registered in Alberta. Their services are covered for all residents of Alberta and no referral is required. To find a midwife near you, go to www. alberta-midwives.ca.
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Camp Day raises millions By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Darryl Dirsten with Guardian Ambulance helps Tim Hortons employee Marloes Thijssen pass out coffee June 5. $4,767 was raised.
“To see underprivileged kids so happy…It’s great to give back.”
More than $11 million was raised during Tim Hortons Camp Day fundraiser June 5. Ponoka’s restaurant raised $4,767 in donations from customers, and owners and brothers Darryl and Wayne Marsden couldn’t be happier. Every year people from the community help by serving drinks or asking for donations of $1 for the Rent-a-Tent or $5 for the Rent-a-Cabin stickers. Money from those donations helps kids who can’t afford to go to camp. Kyle McGarva bought three cabins for the cause. “It helps kids get out and socialize with other kids.” One Tim Hortons employee was able to take part in a camp when he was younger. Mark Dixson was in Grade 8 at the time and lived in Saskatchewan. “I know what it feels like for Camp Day.” “It was my first time on a plane. Heck, it was the first time I got to go camping,” he added. “I cherish it.” Volunteering her time to help was Jen Bomak from Servus Credit Union. She feels spending the time to help is worthwhile. “It supports a good cause.” Being able to give back to the community with this program is important to Darrell Marsden. He had a chance to tour Tim Hortons Onondaga Farms in St. George, Ont. and the joy on kids’ faces has left him with a lasting memory. “To see underprivileged kids so happy…It’s great to give back.” “When I was there they had 20 First Nations kids with diabetes,” added Darrell. Every single penny from the fundraiser goes to the Tim Hortons Children’s Foundation, which
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Darrell Marsden helps send more than 15,000 kids to one of six camps around the country. Businesses also donated gift items to help raise funds. Draws for the prizes were held throughout the day. Despite not making their goal of $7,000 the Tim Hortons restaurant kept volunteers busy pouring coffees and filling out stickers. Wayne Marsden is grateful to customers for their support of the program. “Deep pockets, they’re willing to help.” “Thanks to the Town of Ponoka, businesses and community for another successful year,” added Wayne. A monster truck was on hand to give people rides in the Tim Hortons parking lot as well. The main goal is to give disadvantaged children aspirations of a better future, said Dave Newnham, vice-president and executive director, Tim Horton Children’s Foundation in a press release. “None of this would be possible without the support of our loyal guests and dedication of our Tim Hortons restaurant owners and team members. Thank you to everyone who bought a coffee and made a donation to help make this year’s Camp Day a great success.” Camps offer thee types of programs: a summer camp for kids aged nine to 12, a camp throughout the year working with schools and youths aged eight to 18 and a youth leadership program with five stages that works on leadership skills.
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Fab Beatles story will make children want to dance Ants are cool: they run all over, really fast, like they don’t know where they’re going. Some of them even carry things that seem heavy — if you’re an ant, that is. You like watching bugs, beetles, and butterflies, though you know that they make some people squirm
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Parents must educate their children on technology advances Technology has behead start. From using come deeply integrated interactive whiteboards with how we live our and wireless Internet aclives. It’s difficult to cess in our schools, to imagine a time when integrating tablets and we didn’t rely on email, smartphones into our cellphones, social media content delivery system, and other tools to stay we have a responsibilconnected with those ity to provide learning who are important to us environments that are in all areas of our lives. engaging and interacThe power of today’s tive, while maintaining technology is astoundthe integrity of our curing and it continues to riculum. Maria Lentz improve almost daily in Technology has the size, speed, capacity and almost every potential to hinder the learning process way imaginable. as easily as facilitating it. With this in Today’s children can’t conceive mind, we need to ensure we encourof a time when there was no Internet, age the proper and responsible use of when phones were tied to our homes technology in our schools. Using curor when mail was written by hand and rent technology, where appropriate, sent with a stamp on it. For many of to most effectively deliver classroom us, we can still remember a time when content is our ultimate goal. The cellphones were as big as bricks, STAR Catholic board has established computers were slow and cumber- guidelines for the appropriate use of some and email was an impersonal technology in our schools and our adfad that wouldn’t likely last. The term ministrators are also being proactive “state of the art” changes almost daily and the tools we use to teach Jane Wierzba must be aligned with 403-358-8770 real estate central alberta Buying or Selling, that change wherever it 6000 • 48 Ave, Ponoka call Jane! makes sense, while being mindful that change for its own sake isn’t alNew ListingsThis Week ways the best choice. It’s our role as parents and educators to not Luxury At It’s Finest only ensure the technology our students bring with them to school is a help not a hindrance but also to ensure we keep pace with technology to ensure we provide 21st century learning - 1617 sq ft w/ 5 bdrms & finished basement environments. Research 3 baths - Professionally landscaped - 11 Ft & 9 ft ceilings w/ w/ sprinkler system has shown young peoopen floor plan & all ple learn best when the upgrades content delivery format $ - High-end home w/ fully 599,000 is familiar to them, and by bringing technolWhy Rent? ogy into the classroom they already use in their social lives, we’re helping to give them a
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Native caravan journey incites treaty fires By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A journey across Western Canada is lighting the hearts of First Nations people. Grand Chief Derek Nepinak of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, started a Treaty Freedom Caravan June 6 at Stone Fort, Lower Fort Garry, Man. where the original Treaty 1 was first signed. He wants to raise awareness among First Nations communities on Treaty lands. “Treaty fires need to be lit in our communities once again,” he said of the mission. Coals will be passed on to each community along the motorcycle tour with the hope that all the places visited light the fire on June 21, which marks the beginning of the summer solstice. Nepinak believes there are misconceptions over treaty rights and First Nations people must express their rights to provincial and federal governments. The caravan made its way through the Hobbema June 10 and was greeted with open arms. Travelling by motorcycles with rain and wind has taken its toll on the riders. Doug Thomas is a rider with the caravan who has battled the elements with the other riders. “It was a trial of our physical endurance.” Joan Jack is another rider who struggled to keep her motorcycle straight while a hard westerly wind blew at her on the way to Hobbema. Despite struggling, Jack has enjoyed the physical challenge. “It’s very energizing because it’s ceremonial. The weather has been very powerful.” Rain or shine, the caravan has continued on its journey, meeting First Nations people in Winnipeg, Man., southeast Saskatchewan and into Lethbridge. A press package from the caravan states treaty agreeTreaty riders Joan Jack, Larron Northwest, Nadine McDougall, Chief Derrick Nepinak, Doug Thomas and Norman Bone ments were signed to move into the future “hand in hand in prosperity.” arrived in Hobbema June 10 as part of their Treaty Freedom Caravan to raise awareness of their treaty rights. They intend to complete the trip back where they Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye started before the summer solstice to light the treaty fire at the same time as other First Nations communities on the route. Helping organize the trip is Sheila North Wilson who believes treaty communities must fight for what the treaties stand for. “There’s a misconception of what treaty The Race for Kids raised $17,000.00 for Ponoka Youth Centre and the rights are.” Boys and Girls Clubs of Wolf Creek. It wouldn’t have been possible without the support and generous The communities they have come across donations from the following people, businesses and organizations! have reached out to - Nicole Maxwell - Reynolds Museum - No This Way support the caravan’s - Joziena Meyer endeavour by paying for Sears Ponoka Ponoka Elementary - Jorgenson Homes food, gas and contribut- Sheila McArthur Shakers Fun Centre School #1 - Easyhome Ltd. ing funds to the trip. - Andrew Heinrichs - SOL Yoga - Ponoka Elementary - Penn West “People have been - Christina Heinrichs - VIA Rail School #2 receptive,” stated Wilson. - Capital One - Joni Jeanson - Tim Hortons - Rockin’ Every Age Members of the cara- Ponoka Dental Centre - Kristi Motley Twisted Label van spent most of the Servus Misfi ts - Direct Energy - Maggie Andrews afternoon in Hobbema - The Wildflower Grill - St. Augustine School - Staples at the Ermineskin Elder - Susan Chantal - WestJet - WestJet Centre and then at the - Rachel Froehler - Wolf Creek Golf Resort - Servus Ermineskin Arena. They - Allen Patterson - Marion Cowan held a pipe ceremony for - Alberta Construction Equipment - Heather Patterson - Stephanie Dobson attendees and Nepinak - Subway - Jonah Martens - Susan Whitecotton spoke to people about - Boston Pizza - Kim McClaflin - Paul Spate - Arbutus Nursery their goals and his vision.
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Weaving pieces of a disappearing narrative Pirjo Raits Sooke News Mirror To speak of things that happened in residential schools only brings them back into focus and many who were sent to these places rarely talk about their experiences. Hearing his father’s stories for the first time affected Carey Newman in a very different way. His father, Victor, had always protected his children from the reality that was residential school and told only the funny stories. But when the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada held a community event in Victoria, B.C. Victor finally opened the door into his past. “One of the things that seemed to touch him was when he started to talk about when he was first taken and they shaved off his hair,” said Carey. It was, in many ways, “taking the Indian out of the child.” The emerging stories deeply affected the younger Newman and led to the idea of a project where reconciliation was the theme. Both Newmans are well-known Kwagiulth artists and master carvers with a wide body of private and public work. “I thought of a blanket and I realized it should include the idea of reconciliation, parts of buildings, parts of churches, government buildings and other related structures,” said Newman. The sole purpose of the “Witness Blanket” is to stand in eternal witness to the effect of the Indian residential school era. As the children sent to these schools were “broken,” so are the places they were sent to. The crumbling buildings of authority mirror the loss of language, pride and family for those sent to the residential schools. A blanket is a universal symbol of protection and for First Nations people it identifies who they are and where they are from. They wear them for ceremony and give them as gifts. “Blankets protect our young and comfort our elders,” states the project’s website. Newman wants to “weave” a blanket from those stories and pieces of residential school history. He sees a largescale art installation that will stand as a national monument to recognize the atrocities of the residential school era while honouring the children and symbolize ongoing reconciliation. From the 19th century until the last school closed in 1996, 150,000 aboriginal, Inuit and Metis children attended these schools across Canada. The goal of the project is to collect 2,500 pieces of history for the Witness Blanket. Those pieces can be shingles, bricks, mortar, wood, photos, writings or any fragment that speaks
of the time and place of residential schools. A team of six, including Newman, will travel on gathering trips to different parts of Canada. “We would certainly like to see widespread participation and have the public engage all across the country, all ages and backgrounds,” said Newman. “It is open to anybody who has connection or wants to participate in any way.” Newman said people can contribute items that may have kept from those days and this can include stories of what happened. They are building a virtual version of the blanket, an exact replica. People will be able to click on an image and interact in a different way that with the physical blanket. “With the blanket I can hopefully make a powerful legacy but I can’t put all (the stories) into it. This will be another dimension crossing the boundaries between art and digital media,” said Newman. “It means anyone can visit the blanket.” The stories, which won’t be part of the Witness Blanket itself, will be there for posterity; stories like the ones Carey got to hear from his father. Victor got kicked out of residential school in Mission when the guys got together to get into the wine cellar. The smallest of the group was sent in through a window and pulled out some holy wine. They went into a field and under an apple tree they polished off the wine. When they were found out, he’s not sure how many others were kicked out of residential school. That’s one of humourous stories Carey’s father tells. “That’s a lighthearted impression of dad at residential school,” said Newman. “He had his own rebellious way of dealing with it.” The others weren’t so funny. Newman said Victor spent a long time protecting his children from it. “He recorded his story for me, some of them for the first time. I heard
Carey Newman ponders the base for the Witness Blanket. things I never got to hear or feel — all the negative and bad things I knew were out there.” He did a research paper in college on residential schools and his father never wanted to talk about it and he never did until recently. Carey wants to find that apple tree and find a piece of it to put into the blanket. The story of having his dad’s hair shaved off has touched the Newman clan and both of Carey’s sisters, Ellen and Marion, agreed to grow their hair for a year and the braids will be on the last part of the blanket. The Witness Blanket project is funded through the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and Aboriginal and Northern Development Canada. Part of the funding was set aside by a court ruling to do with reconciliation, said Newman. For people interested in being a part of the Witness Blanket, they can log onto the website at: www.witnessblanket.ca on Facebook or email info@witnessblanket.ca. The team will travel to every province and territory at least once.
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“This is truly a national project in scope,” said Newman. With a strong belief in the importance of tradition, Carey is active within his culture, a role for which he has been given the traditional name Ha-yalthkingeme. Under the influence and support of his father and mother, Carey developed his artistic ability and cultural knowledge from an early age. His father Victor, his great-great-grandfather Charlie James, and his great-aunt Ellen Neel, all renowned wood carvers, each contribute to the artistry in his blood. In 2008 both Newmans travelled with the Spirit Pole across British Columbia. People were invited to carve on the pole, which now resides in Duncan, B.C. Carey created four large panels for the 2010 Olympic games.
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June significant for crop growth
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Crops continue to corn also has negative emerge and develop connotation for wheat across the Prairies as as the two are seen we get into mid-June, as substitutes in the a significant month for feed market. Case in growth in the fields. point, recent internaSome areas have been tional sales have North hit by heavy storms that American grain anyhave put an early negawhere from $20-$50/ tive feeling on some tonne more expensive fields but most are in than the likes of the Brennan Taylor good condition and FarmLead Breakfast Brief Black Sea (aka Russia) growing with the steady or South America. sunshine and timely A recent joint rains. Every inch of rain or extra report from the UN’s Food and couple of points on the thermom- Agricultural Organization and the eter makes a difference but how Organization for Economic Co-opinvestors view it has been consis- eration and Development suggests tently different. the Asian Supernation will be able Take for example, the production to sustain a 98 per cent self-suffiestimate for American corn. In the ciency rate for grain production/ lead-up to the June 12 USDA world consumption over the next 10 years. agricultural supply and demand However, with China’s pig populaestimate report (aka the WASDE), tion expected to rise to almost 550 there is a one billion-bushel differ- million head over the next decade, ence. While the wet weather might feed imports will continue to rehave push acres and corresponding main ultra-important. yields/production lower, one should On this note, China recently apremember there is 40 million more proved three new soybean GMO acres of corn being planted in the varieties, and one for corn in Arworld in 2013/14 versus last year. gentina’s production line. This is Combine this with an expected ex- significant because it signals to the tra 45 million tonnes of wheat being market while China is concerned produced by the largest 10 export- about “safe” food, they’re also ers this year (versus 2012/13), more concerned about making sure they grain on a global level is said to be- can get enough to sustain their docome available. mestic demand. Let’s keep in mind Specifically, in addition to the though, however, that about 88 per crops here in the Prairies, produc- cent of U.S. corn and 94 per cent tion out of major growing areas in of U.S. soybeans produced in 2012 Europe and the Black Sea regions were genetically modified (per the is looking good. This in mind, more USDA). As such, Harvard developthan a few in the market believe the ment specialist, Calestrous Juma, new crop contracts in North Amer- says “as the world’s food challenges ica are over-priced and the market increase, so must humanity enlarge is due for a downside correction. its toolbox to include genetic modiBasically, the bearish sentiment for fication and other technologies…” The debate will definitely continue. VJV MARKET REPORT Brennan Turner is MARKET REPORT JUNE 5, 2013 originally from Foam On Wednesday, June 5, 2013- 2560 head of cattle went through our rings Lake, Sask., where his & 870 head on the Canadian Satellite sale - TOTAL- 3440 family started farming SLAUGHTER CATTLE the land in the 1920s. D1 - D2 cows 75.00-84.00 Good Bred Cows 1100.00-1250.00 D3 - D4 cows 64.00-73.00 Older Bred Cows After completing his Holstein cows 50.00-70.00 Good Bred Heifers: NONE Cow/calf pairs degree in economics Heiferettes 65.00-90.00 (younger) 1500.00-1750.00 Bologna Bulls 80.00-97.00 from Yale University Cow/Calf pairs (older) 1300.00-1400.00 Feeder bulls 80.00-100.00 and then playing some STOCKERS AND FEEDERS pro hockey, Mr. Turner Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: 108.00-119.00 Heifers 100.00-111.00 spent some time workGood Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: 114.00-121.00 Heifers 105.00-113.00 Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: 118.00-132.00 Heifers 115.00-125.00 ing in finance before Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: 134.00-146.00 Heifers 122.00-132.00 starting FarmLead. Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: 140.00-154.00 Heifers 124.00-136.00 Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: 145.00-160.00 Heifers 132.00-142.00 com, a risk-free, transGood Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: 145.00-160.00 Heifers 135.00-145.00 parent online grain Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus: 150.00-175.00 Heifers 135.00-150.00 Replacement hfrs up to 145.00 marketplace. His Dairy Steers 78.00-89.00 weekly column is a MILK COWS NONE summary of his free, Baby Calves Dairy Type: 25.00-190.00 Baby Calves Beef Type: 1 175.00-355.00 daily market note, Rd Bales NONE Hay: Sq Bales 2.50-9.75 the FarmLead BreakRd Bales NONE Straw: Sq. Bales NONE fast Brief. He can be Rd Bales NONE Greenfeed: Sq. Bales. NONE reached via email Vold Jones & Vold Auction Co. Ltd. | Foothills Livestock Auction | (b.turner@farmlead. Dawson Creek Auction com) or phone (1-855Vold Jones & Vold Co. Ltd. © 2006 4410-Hwy 2A, Ponoka Alberta, Canada, T4J 1J8 332-7653).
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Keely Bonnett (left) and Walker Galloway have their act down when it comes to catching steers and used a similar run during last year’s Alberta High School Rodeo Finals. Photos by Amelia Naismith
Kennedy Smith of Rimbey races her tall white horse around the barrels during the second performance of the Alberta High School Rodeo Finals, which ran June 7 to 9.
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“Hopefully I just get one caught and make a good run. Hopefully things fall into place,” Bonnett said Saturday afternoon. “Haven’t been roping as good as I usually am,” he added. “He’s (Galloway) roping good but I haven’t been doing what I should. He’s turning good steers.” Galloway, Grade 10, competed only in team roping and won’t be attending nationals this year. Graduate Nick Smith, who competed in team roping and steer wrestling, also won’t be attending nationals for his last year of high school rodeo. Steer wrestling, his last event and his last run, did not turn out as he’d hoped. Team roping also didn’t go as planned. His heeler, Quentin Branden, was able to catch a leg but over the course of the weekend penalties were added to their times, as did broken barriers. “I liked nothing about the weekend — it sucked,” said Smith. However, he looks back on his high school career with fond memories, even some of the rougher ones. Bluffton’s only bull rider to compete this weekend, Cawl Braithwaite, was also immensely dissatisfied with how his weekend went. “This was the worst weekend I’ve had in a very long time,” he volunteered. However bareback rider Cole Nicholson of Bluffton tied for first and second place and will also be attending nationals.
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Two of Ponoka’s four high school provincial finalists roped and rode hard enough to earn their seat in Rock Springs, Wyo. national high school rodeo finals. Keely Bonnet placed third provincially in tie down roping and won the buckle as the average champion of the weekend’s finals. Jenny Massing placed fourth in the goat tying competition. “I don’t think people realize how tough the sport of rodeo is. Threetenths of a second can determine whether you go to nationals or stay. It’s almost no time but it’s everything,” said Massing. Massing did well the first day but her goat was wilier during the Saturday competition. Between rain showers and bad luck of the draws national dreams were slipping away. Although she was discouraged, Massing wasn’t going to let anything rain on her parade and by Saturday afternoon she was already planning on how she would refocus for Sunday. “Tomorrow’s another day,” she said. Bonnett was pleased with his tie down roping abilities and the Grade 11 cowboy also competed in team roping with header Walker Galloway. Come Saturday afternoon Galloway and Bonnett were sitting in fifth place and needed to place in the top 4 to make nationals. However, their run just didn’t come together in a way they needed; a no time was scored.
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Nick Smith (left) hurries to shake out another loop.
Joy of rodeo provincials tinged with sadness By Amelia Naismith Although the Alberta High School Rodeo provincials have been held in Ponoka since 2004 this year’s was one of many firsts. The June 8 rodeo performance ended between 4 and 4:30 p.m., the earliest in the memory of Dee-Ann Bonnett, Alberta High School Rodeo Association’s chairperson. It rained most of June 7 but only sprinkled June 8 and 9. Bonnett says the weather was a huge factor in how early the rodeo ended. “It’s going real smooth. So far it’s just going seamlessly. It seems every year it gets bigger and better,” said Bonnett, Saturday evening. “It’s great, it brings a lot of business to our town,” she added. This year Ponoka had only four competitors representing the town and a few from Rimbey and Bluffton. Bonnett says last year’s graduating class was larger than normal, which could contribute to the slightly lower than average number of competitors, this year 160 cowboys and girls competed for buckles and the chance to make it to nationals in Rock Springs, Wyo.. This year 86 competitors are graduating and Bonnett says that is more what they’re used to. “They’re ready for the next level. They’re looking forward to the next venture,” said Bonnett. Cowboy prom was held June 8 and included a hypnotist this year. However, any member of the
association could attend, not only those graduating. The prom included a banquet, grand march and awards. “There’s lots of kids in rodeo that do alternative schooling. For some kids it’s the only grad they have,” said Bonnett. Although there were fewer riders and ropers the quantity didn’t affect the quality this year. “The fierce competition has definitely been some of the highlights. The province has some pretty tough competition,” said Bonnett. This year also saw many more great rides between the bareback and saddle bronc events and more hang-ups in bull riding. The stock this year, especially the bulls, were ranker than what’s usually ridden at the high school level. Each year there are two competitions held during the same rodeo; points gathered by the competitors over the course of the weekend stand alone, and from that the average points champions — the buckle winners — are determined. Those points are also added to the ones accumulated over the course of the year and the top four continue to nationals. This year’s rodeo was also tinged with sadness. Thursday evening, before the finals officially started Friday morning, a horse colicked and died of a twisted intestine. “It was very sad, it was a big loss for everybody,” said Bonnett. She says even injuries are uncommon at high school rodeos. Although Bonnett didn’t know the fam-
ily well she knows the cowboy had been working with his horse for the past two years and the entire rodeo
community grieves a loss like that. “They definitely lost a member of their family.”
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Jenny Massing of Ponoka races her horse out of the alley and tries to close the gap between her and bovine.
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Bucs force the Vandals to walk the plank The Central Alberta Buccaneers “Keetch really stood out on the have improved their record to 2-0 defense” said Hand. “He was able after overwhelming the Lloydminto generate consistent pressure on ster Vandals, 62-7. The Bucs are the QB.” Mike Clarkson, Dave tied with the Calgary Wolfpack for Henderson, and David Hodgess first in the Alberta Football League. also recorded numerous tackles and The 2012 national champions sacks. travelled with a light roster to LaNext week’s game against the combe’s MEGlobal Athletic Park Edmonton Army is cancelled. The June 8 to take on the Bucs. Army forfeited their 2013 season Todd Lewis Starting off strong, the Bucs put due to lack of players. As a result, Bucs Banter up 17 points in the first quarter alone. the Bucs have a bye week to prepare The absence of starting quarterback for the Calgary Gators. The two Byron Stearns was alleviated by the teams kickoff June 22 in Lacombe’s MEGlobal stellar performance of backup Andrew Stannix. Athletic Park. Stannix picked on the inexperienced Vandal secondary and threw for more than 200 yards. Matt Merkely, Josh Sorenson and Richard Snyder each scored a touchdown via a Stannix pass. Special teams also greatly contributed to the Buccaneers’ offense, scoring two kick return touchdowns, a field goal, and a field goal return touchdown by Tylor Johnson. The defense also contributed to the scoreboard with a safety. The Buccaneers’ defense continued its dominance on the field and “asserted its will on the [Vandals] offense,” said defensive co-ordinator, Devon Hand. The Vandal QB had little time to pass and was sacked numerous times. Ian Keetch Corban Knip, Corey Pusey, and Devon Mapwas in the backfield all game and broke the AFL pin contribute to a special teams tackle. record for the number of sacks in a season.
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The U6 Timbits outdoor soccer teams get together every Wednesday night at 6 p.m. at the Ponoka hospital soccer fields, for little games against one another. There is a mini-tournament planned for June 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. The U8 outdoor soccer teams are doing awesome so far this season. There are six teams in total, with 11 co-ed players on each team. This mix of players is melding extremely well and showing the true workings of teamwork. One of the U8 teams is located at Mecca Glen, so on a rotation, all teams have an away game, which is a big deal for these young teams. The U10 outdoor soccer teams have five teams playing this season, with 10 to 11 players on each team. Their season is going well and the kids seem to be having a lot of fun. Ponoka Storm travelling competitive teams - U12 girls team has played six
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Jenny Massing closes in on her goat during the goat tying competition. Massing placed fourth in the province and will attend nationals for goat tying.
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Track & field zone championship results The Wolf Creek track and field meet included schools from across the division and was held June 4 in Ponoka.
Boys’ long jump Grade 7 2 Brayden Gunsch, Diamond Willow
Girls’ 100 m dash Grade 7 1 Kennedy Hackett, St. Augustine
Boys’ triple jump Grade 7 2 Kris Malterer, Diamond Willow
Girls’ triple jump Grade 7 3 Kennedy Hackett, St. Augustine
Girls’ triple jump Grade 8 1 Skye Whitford, Diamond Willow 2 Hailey Rausch, St. Augustine Boys’ triple jump Grade 8 2 Lewis McDowell, Diamond Willow 3 Airon Balatbat, St. Augustine
Girls’ javelin Grade 7 3 Dakotah Nichols, Mecca Glen
Girls’ discus throw Grade 8 1 Sarah Morin, Crestomere
Girls’ 200 m dash Grade 7 3 Bailey Scott, Crestomere
Boys’ javelin throw Grade 7 3 Dylan Soosay, Diamond Willow
Boys’ discus throw Grade 8 1 Levi Robinson, Diamond Willow 2 Hector Ibarra, Diamond Willow
Boys’ 200 m dash Grade 7 3 Joel McLeod, Diamond Willow
Girls’ shot put Grade 7 3 Sydney Pylypow, Diamond Willow
Girls’ 400 m dash Grade 7 3 Katelyn Korchinski, Diamond Willow
Girls’ 100 m dash Grade 8 2 Sarah Morin, Crestomere
Boys’ 400 m dash Grade 7 1 Joel McLeod, Diamond Willow
Boys’ 200 m dash Grade 8 3 Kieren McGinnis, St. Augustine
Boys’ 800 m run Grade 7 2 Logan Ellis, Iron Ridge 3 Owen Feregan, Diamond Willow
Girls’ 400 m dash Grade 8 2 Skye Whitford, Diamond Willow 3 Tess Pearman, Diamond Willow
Boys’ 100 m dash Grade 7 3 Nic Klebanowski, Crestomere
Boys’ 1500 m run Grade 7 3 Taylor Bull, Diamond Willow Girls’ 55 m hurdles Grade 7 1 Kennedy Hackett, St. Augustine Girls’ high jump Grade 7 1 Hannah Morin, Crestomere Boys’ high jump Grade 7 2 Noah Pylypow, Diamond Willow 3 Dylan Soosay, Diamond Willow 3 Austin Skini, St. Augustine Girls’ long jump Grade 7 2 Kiana Weed, Diamond Willow
Girls’ 800 m run Grade 8 3 Tess Pearman, Diamond Willow
Boys’ high jump Grade 9 2 Jarret Henderson, St. Augustine Boys’ long jump Grade 9 1 Jeremie Key, St. Augustine 2 Zach Key, St. Augustine Girls’ long jump Grade 9 1 Carmen Lomas, St. Augustine Boys’ triple jump Grade 9 3 Zach Key, St. Augustine Boys’ Shot Put Grade 9 2 Jeremie Key, St. Augustine
Girls’ javelin throw Grade 8 3 Lauren Bussiere, St. Augustine Boys’ shot put Grade 8 1 Hector Ibarra, Diamond Willow
Girls’ 4x100 m relay Grade 8 3 Diamond Willow ‘A’
Boys’ 100 m dash Grade 9 1 Jeremie Key, St. Augustine 2 Zach Key, St. Augustine 3 Sean Mielke, Ponoka Comp
Girls 4x100 m Relay Grade 9 3 St. Augustine A
Girls’ 100 m dash Grade 9 3 Carmen Lomas, St. Augustine
Boys’ 4x100 m relay Grade 9 2 Ponoka Comp A
Combined Team Scores - JJ 1 St. Augustine Combined Team Scores - JJJ 2 Diamond Willow Diamond Willow 3 Ponoka Comp
Girls’ 1500 m run Grade 8 3 Skye Whitford, Diamond Willow
Boys’ 200 m dash Grade 9 1 Jeremie Key, St. Augustine 2 Sean Mielke Ponoka Comp
Girls’ high jump Grade 8 3 Iris Hesselink, St. Augustine
Girls’ 400 m dash Grade 9 2 Samira Rowland, Ponoka Comp
Male - individual score – Grade 7 3 Joel McLeod, Diamond Willow
Boys’ high jump Grade 8 2 Airon Balatbat, St. Augustine
Boys’ 800 m run Grade 9 2 Zane Fessler, Ponoka Comp 3 Douglas Burton, Ponoka Comp
Female - individual score - Grade 8 3 Sarah Morin, Crestomere
Girls’ long jump Grade 8 2 Sarah Morin, Crestomere 3 Tess Pearman, Diamond Willow
Boys’ 55 m hurdles Grade 9 2 Jeremie Key, St. Augustine
Female - individual score - Grade 7 1 Kennedy Hackett, St. Augustine
Male - individual score - Grade 9 1 Jeremie Key, St. Augustine 3 Zach Key, St. Augustine
Carmen Lomas (right) and Delaney Brachmann compete in the girls 4x100 meter race. Brachmann ran for the St. Augustine team but attends Ponoka Composite High School. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Pictured are Lions Club President Vance Adams (left) and Vice President Darryl Adams Ponoka Lions Club would like to thank the following for the local sponsorship of the first PURINA WALK FOR DOG GUIDES in Ponoka. Without the help of these sponsors this event would not have been made possible. Also, a thank you to everyone for donations to the dogs and walkers. - Randy Hammond Livestock Trucking - Ponoka Vet Clinic - Central Vet Clinic - Bruce’s Tru Hardware - Tim Horton’s - Ponoka News - Country Groomer
- Legacy Ford - Hi-Pro Feeds - Sommer Home Hardware Building Centre - UFA - Carole Tyndall - Town of Ponoka
Anyone in need of a service dog please let any Lions member know so they may assist with this need.
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announcements Vernon Kraft was born on July 31, 1927 in Ponoka, Alberta and passed away on June 7, 2013 at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre at the age of 85 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Jean; daughter Laurie and son Tim; step-son Robert (Joy) Kilpatrick; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; son-in-law Brian Pellerin (Danielle); two sisters, two brothers; special friends Judy and Gerry Shaver, Ron Robinson and Donna Bunny; as well as numerous other friends and relatives. He was predeceased by his wife Anna Mae and his half-brother George Kraft. A Funeral Service will be held at the Ponoka Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Asker Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Asker Cemetery Fund. Condolences to Vernon’s family may be made by visiting www.womboldfuneralhomes.com Arrangements entrusted to PONOKA FUNERAL HOME
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On May 26, 2013 Al McLaren of Ponoka passed away at the age of 75 years. Al is lovingly survived by his daughter Kimberley (Robert) Mayhew, grandson Shaun (Alissa) McLaren, grandson Josh Mayhew and granddaughter Emily Mayhew (Jeremy Lawton); his son Mark McLaren (Darci Mitchell), grandson Mathew (Haley) McLaren and great-grandson Mathew, and grandson Adam McLaren; his brothers Gordon (Fran) McLaren of Sherwood Park, Brian (Gail) McLaren of Ponoka and Stan McLaren of Ponoka; his sisters Sheila Harper of Ponoka and Gail (Bob) Pilgrim of Williams Lake, B.C. as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Judy McLaren (2006); granddaughter Kayla McLaren (2004); parents John and Catherine McLaren; brother Art McLaren; brother-in-law Ted Harper; sister-in-law Diane McLaren; and infant brother Kenneth McLaren. A Funeral Service was held at the First Baptist Church, Ponoka on Friday, May 31 at 2:00 p.m. with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to “A Better World - Neighbours” or Wolf Creek Youth Unlimited (Ponoka). To express condolences to Al’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com. Dad, you lived your life quietly with integrity and faithfulness. We are proud to have called you Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle and Friend. Goodbye ... for now.
GOODWIN The family of the late Ann Goodwin sincerely thanks all our relatives and friends for your compassion and support to us over the past few weeks. The cards and condolences and gifts of food were gratefully received. These gestures of support were sincerely appreciated. Thanks to Donna Alm for a sincere and sensitive service. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Peace Lutheran ELW for lunch and coffee. The doctors and staff of the Claresholm General Hospital and the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre were most excellent with their care. The family appreciates the donations to the Claresholm Food Bank and Claresholm Palliative Care in Ann’s name. We are grateful to you all. ~Tom, Sean & Tina, Tim & Arlie and the Goodwin families of Ponoka.
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Merle (Pete) Lockridge June 14, 1926 - June 11, 2002 In loving memory of a dear husband, dad and grandpa The hands of time will not turn back To when we were together But in the memories we cherish You’ll be with us forever Loving and missing you always Your family
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McAuley (nee Grogan) Mary Magdalen February 4, 1931 - June 1, 2013 On June 1, 2013 our dearest mother Mary passed away at the age of 82. She passed peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital I.C.U. due to complications after surgery. She was born in Birmingham, England to Martin and Winnifred Grogan. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Shane McAuley, Kevin McAuley and Traceyann Braithwaite (Don); grandchildren Shaun McAuley, Kieran McAuley, Ryan McAuley, Shannon McAuley, Alana McAuley, Jennelle Braithwaite, Taylor Braithwaite, Austin Braithwaite, Clinton Braithwaite and Justin Braithwaite; great-grandson Rylan Braithwaite; her sister Ann Fogerty of England; dearest friends Rollande Doyer of London, Ontario, Trudy Verhappen, Helen Lindsay and Olga Puthala of Red Deer; as well as many other relatives and friends. Our mother was our rock and passionate about life. She was always ready and available to lend a hand, ear or hug when needed. Mom had a strong faith and many called her a prayer warrior. Mom loved her life and as children growing up we learned that each day is a gift, to take on challenges, love with all your heart and never give up. “Where there is a will, there is a way” was her favorite saying or “out of all bad comes good”. She changed many lives with her special way. Mary married Francis Patrick McAuley in 1951 and was predeceased by him in 2005. We children always believed our parents were soul mates. In times of stress the McAuley clan used prayer, laughter, food, family, and more food Nothing was ever decided on an empty stomach. Mary would not want us to mourn but to celebrate her life as family and friends together. A Prayer Vigil was held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 7, 2013 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Ponoka where a Funeral Mass was celebrated at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2013. She was laid to rest beside her beloved Francis at the Zion Church Cemetery, east of Ponoka. To express condolences to Mary’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.
Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m. Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info. 403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday night meetings at the Anglican Church Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone 403-783-0719 for info. THURSDAY AA Meetings at 8:30 p.m. in the Catholic Church basement. 52 Street & 52 Ave. Ponoka. Open meetings first Thursday of the month, Everyone Welcome. 403-783-4347 or 403-783-2493
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THE WORKS ART AND DESIGN FESTIVAL: Starting June 20, on Churchill Square in Edmonton. Experience 13 days of music, art and visual spectacle!
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– GARAGE SALE – Saturday, June 15 | 9 AM - 1 PM at Golden Leisure Lodge (Rimoka) 5608 - 57 Avenue Plants, furniture, odds & ends of all sorts.
Employment #700 - #920 Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 Volunteers Wanted ............890 Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 Career Planning ................920
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East Ponoka 4-H Beef Club is collecting used tires, oil ¿lters and batteries on Saturday, June 15th
is currently accepting resumes for FINISHING DOZER AND HOE OPERATORS for the Hinton, AB area. Starting at $33.00/hr. Safety tickets an asset. Fax resume & drivers abstract to 780-865-9710
CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season. Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes @newcartcontracting.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets
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WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch. To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the office. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net. Mail: H&E Oilfield Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7. For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com.
Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds 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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EXPERIENCED EQUIPMENT OPERATORS required for oilfield construction company. Knowledge of oilfield lease, road building. Competitive salary, benefits. Safety tickets, drivers abstract required. Fax resume 780-778-2444 WELL ESTABLISHED COMPANY is hiring Drivers and Equipment Operators in Whitecourt, Alberta. Full-time positions with excellent salary & benefits. Clean drivers abstract. Email resume: t.o.s@hotmail.ca LOOKING FOR
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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.
DONALDA SCHOOL IS 100 YEARS OLD! To celebrate, we are planning a weekend of fun and visiting on June 29/30 for anyone who attended, taught at, or drove bus for Donalda School in the last 100 years! Go to “Donalda School Website” for a full schedule of events and a peek at some old pictures! Register for supper at djmassey@xplornet.com HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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.
Maskwacis Health Services (MHS), Counselling & Support Services, has (2) Part Time contract positions for a Mental Health Therapist / Psychologist. If you meet these requirements we encourage you to apply. Purpose: To provide short term crisis intervention mental health counselling in order to enhance the psychological, emotional and social well-being of the Four Nations of Hobbema community members. QUALIFICATIONS . Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social Work and related experience . Must be a registered member, in good standing, with the applicable college or professional association. . Provide services in a culturally sensitive manner . Effective organizational skills, oral & written communication skills, listening & observation skills . Proficient in Microsoft Office programs; including Word, Access & Excel . Knowledge of the 4 Nations Community and its resources . Ability to speak & understand Cree language & Knowledge of the culture & traditions an asset . Valid class (5) driver’s license TYPICAL DUTIES . One to One counselling . Family & group counselling . Community debriefing . Document client information . Work in conjunction with other internal & external agencies, therapist & departments to ensure best quality care & services for the members of the Four Nations community. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: . Diplomas & Certificates . Criminal Records Check . Child Intervention Clearance (CWIS) . Copy of Valid Driver’s License . Driver’s Abstract Salary: Based on education & years of experience CLOSING DATE: Friday, June 28, 2013 @ 4:00 PM Please forward your Resume with supporting documents to: PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT Maskwacis Health Services Box 100, Hobbema, AB T0C 1N0 Phone: (780) 585-3830 ext. 444 Fax: (780) 585-2203 Email: l.ward@maskwacishealth.ca We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Incomplete submissions will be screened out.
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GM Controller Central Alberta Dealership. Extensive experience in all aspects of accounting. GM accounting experience preferred. Excellent computer and administrative skills. Email resume to tim@buistmotors.com or in person to Buist Motor Products, Rimbey Looking for a new pet? Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.
JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php.
We are looking for a caring professionals who are leaders and want to work in Supportive Housing. Qualifications: Recreation diploma an asset. Wages: Based on qualifications and years of experience. Submit resumes: Email: jobs@ connectingcare.ca Only successful applicants will be notified. WE ARE ALSO LOOKING FOR HEALTH CARE AIDS! COMPETATIVE WAGES. COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
Restaurant/ Hotel
Trades
AUTOMATED TANK MANUFACTURING INC. is looking for an experience Spray/Foam Painter. $35. - $45/hour depending on experience. Profit sharing bonus, full insurance package 100% paid by company, long term employment. Good working environment. Also looking for a Spray/Foam Labourer. Call Cindy for an appointment or send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca. 780-846-2231 (Office); 780-846-2241 (Fax). FULL-TIME AUTOMOTIVE Parts Counterperson required at NAPA, Vermilion, Alberta. Duties: Counter sales/inv control, order, receiving, merchandising. Requirements: 4 years auto/heavy duty parts supply/sales, managerial experience an asset. Computer literate and valid driver’s licence. Send resume: gtomiak@napacanada.com
Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
Sales & Distributors
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FARM EQUIPMENT DEALERSHIP looking for experienced Service Manager. Located one hour away from Edmonton, Alberta. Competitive salary with bonus structure. Send resume to: salconsultplacement @gmail.com
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Community Futures East Parkland is looking for an energetic and passionate Business Professional to join our team in supporting ‘small business growth’ in the East Parkland region. The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of business financial statements and small business operations; superior analytical and internet research skills to assist with client business plans and ideas; have good facilitation skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; be a positive team player; and have a strong desire to learn. Experience with ‘not for profit’ Boards is an asset. Community Futures East Parkland is a not-for-profit organization, based out of Mirror, under the leadership of a Board of Directors representing the municipalities we serve; extending from Alder Flats in the west to Castor in the east, Millet in the north to Elnora in the south. Please submit your resume by June 14, 2013. Community Futures East Parkland Box 250, Mirror, AB, T0B 3C0 Fax: (403) 788-2199 info@eastparkland.com eastparkland.albertacf.com
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FERUS REQUIRES A Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our growing team to service Ferus expanding fleet of tractor & trailer units at our Blackfalds & Grande Prairie bases. Requirements: Good working knowledge of heavy duty truck & trailer repairs, a CVIP inspection licence (or ability to obtain one), potential for overtime and on call work. Ferus offers: Competitive base salary & bonus incentive plan, shift rotation with accommodations provided or relocation allowance, excellent benefits package. Please email your resume to: humanresources @ferus.com or fax 1-888-879-6125. Reference: Ad # GP-0613-HDMJ. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.
Sales & Distributors
The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!
• Product Advisor Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package. This is a salary position. We’re waiting to hear from you! Please submit your resume to: 4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1V3 Fax: 780-352-5750 toyotaab@telusplanet.net
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WILL’S WELDING
6506-44 Ave Ponoka Industrial Park
403-783-3733 Is looking for
2 OR 3RD YEAR APPRENTICES or JOURNEYMEN WELDERS ND
to join our team. We offer a great wage, competitive benefits, rewarding work and a strong commitment to safety. APPLY IN PERSON WITH RESUME TO: 6506 - 44 Avenue Ponoka Industrial Park
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wanting to earn extra cash for the summer? Jones Boys Saddlery & Western Wear requires staffing for Stampede Week June 25 - July 2 as well as the Ponoka Stampede Souvenir Booth at the grounds June 26 - July 2
Call Terry Jones if interested
403-783-0963
830
Wetaskiwin
Trades
BUSINESS ANALYST (F/T)
Trades
TOYOTA City
820
CORNER Bistro in Rimbey is Hiring - Full Time Cook/ Kitchen Help. Monday to Friday and Weekends Off. Apply in person with resume between the hours of 8 - 11 and 2 - 4. 4817 51 Street Unit D. Food Safety Certificate required.
850
Trades
Trades
850
Samson Management Ltd. is a for profit organization that is currently comprised of an auto repair shop, pharmacy, retail gas bar, fast food, grocery, arts & crafts and real estate holdings. Our division of Maskepetoon Automotive Service Center is currently looking for a
Journeyman Technician • Offer competitive wages, benefits and pension plan. • Full time position available. • Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm. • Has a five (5) technician bays, oil change bay, tire bay, and parts inventory section • Great relationship with local businesses, and surrounding communities (vendors) • Position Requirements: • Journeyman Automotive Technician Certification • Valid Driver’s License • Commercial Inspection and Out of Province Inspection certification an asset • Ability to work on all makes and models • We are an independent automotive repair shop meeting the needs of people in our First Nations Community of Hobbema and surrounding areas.
Interested persons are requested to submit a resume by mail, email, personally, or fax to the attention of Stephen Wagner at: Samson Management Ltd. Box 539, Hobbema, Alberta T0C 1N0 swagner@smlcorp.com Telephone: (780) 585-2468 (ext. 228) Fax: (780) 585-2393
The right place to find the right person for the job.
403.783.3311
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
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Trades
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Must be able to work on Off Road Equipment, Highway Trucks & Trailers and have some experience with hydraulic systems. Forward your resume’ to Tyler
Trades
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC 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. Start Date: ASAP Compensation: Competitive wage, full benefits Qualifications: Alberta on Highway Heavy Duty Equipment Technician. Journeyman Certificate Condition of Employment: Valid Drivers License
Box 6004, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2E8 Fax: (780)352-0896 or email: tyler@centraloilfield.ca
Previous experience in the automotive industry is a must. We offer paid training, competitive play plan with benefits, and a great working environment. Please send resumes to: hr@adamsgm.com
Trades
Looking to hire
CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER
Clean abstract. Must have experience moving heavy equipment that is related to pipeline construction. Benefits available. Please fax resumes to 780-372-4238 Or email to: hr@abpipeliners.com
Truckers/ Drivers
860
This position involves all internal reconditioning of Innisfail & Sylvan Truck Ranch vehicles for resale. No retail work. We have a great shop, with great equipment. If you want to work great hours and earn an excellent income with an excellent benefits package, apply now. To apply, contact Wayne or Daryl at 403-227-4456 for an interview. Or send your resume to wkarach@truckranch.ca
PILOT TRUCK DRIVER
Submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com (Re: Pilot Truck Driver) Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.
Truckers/ Drivers
860
With heavy equipment & gravel hauling experience.
• Experienced Heavy Equipment Operators
Inland Concrete Ltd Requires
DRIVERS Please fax resume to: 403-782-3134 ATTN: Leonard
or for more information call Leonard 403-588-2834
is now
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
08/05/13 9:36 AM
and
F/T cashiers Please drop off resumes in person or fax
To obtain a copy of the position description, please contact Mike Lewis, Director of Operations and Property Services at 403-783-0146. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
403-783-8273
Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to: Town of Ponoka Attention: Director, Operations & Property Services 5102 - 48 Avenue; PONOKA, AB. T4J 1P7 Fax: 403-783-4086: Phone 403-783-0146 Email: mike.lewis@ponoka.org
Academic Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
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Community newspapers are thriving in a media environment where words like “community” and “hyper-local” are proving to be the keys to advertising success.
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We are seeking an Advertising Traffic Coordinator, a support role to the Advertising Director. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing existing clients including market research, helping clients determine needs and providing proposals reflecting the suggested course of action, while ensuring accuracy of client bookings.
Please forward your resume by Fax: (780)352-0896 or email: tkobsar@centraloilfield.ca
HIRING
P/T
The ability to work flexible hours and in varied weather conditions is necessary. A valid Class 3 Operators License with air brake endorsement is required. The successful candidate will also be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract.
The Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association is committed to providing advertisers with unsurpassed service and up-to-date information on each of the community newspapers served.
For their Ponoka & Lacombe locations Class 1 or Class 3 required No experience required. Will train suitable candidates.
STA M P E D E
Duties and responsibilities of this position include: • Operate and maintain a wide variety of moderately heavy mobile public works equipment engaged in construction and maintenance of roads, water and sewer systems and waste management activities. • Operate and maintain a wide variety of small mobile equipment. • Clean and maintain facilities to an acceptable public use standard. • Perform routine building maintenance duties. • Work effectively with the public.
Misc. Help
880
Misc. Help
The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for a permanent full-time Operator II (Public Works).
• Class 1 Truck Drivers
870
MAKE FAST CASH - Start your own business. Driveway Sealing Systems, lawn aerating units. Possible payback in 2 weeks. For more information call today toll free 1-800-465-0024. Visit: www.protectasphalt.com.
PUBLIC WORKS OPERATOR II
Offering competitive wages and benefits on local job sites in Lacombe & area.
Please submit resume with Driver’s abstract to: Email: lloyd@dbbobcat.com or fax: 403-782-7786
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
850
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Calnash Trucking has an opening for a Pilot Truck Driver. Responsibilities include understanding of permit requirements. Safe and efficient piloting for oversized loads. Ability to meet all industry regulatory requirements, and assist drivers in various capacities. Must have valid class 5 driver license. Experience is an asset but willing to train right candidate. Excellent wages and company benefits.
Only those who have the above prerequisites will be interviewed.
850
Trades
Whatever You’re Selling... We Have The Paper You Need! CLASSIFIEDS 1-877-223-3311
860
BOBCAT OPERATORS
with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in fine grading and finishing. Applicant must have a valid Class 3 license with air.
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.
850
Trades
JOURNEYMAN AUTO TECHNICIAN TO START IMMEDIATELY
850
Trades
850
Business Opportunities
Arnett & Burgess is now accepting applications for the following:
LUBE BAY MANAGER We are looking to hire a Lube Bay Manager at our Ponoka Location. Our dealership has an emphasis on outstanding customer service. If you are a great leader, with superb communication skills, we want to hear from you.
JOURNEYMAN H.D. MECHANIC req’d immed. for very busy heavy equip. sales lot in Innisfail. Wage range $25. - $35/hr depending on exp. Fax resume to 403-227-5701 or email: bouvier9@telus.net
Trades
Fax resume: 780-372-4238 Email: hr@abpipeliners.com Truckers/ Drivers
PONOKA LOCATION
850
Attention to detail, organizational skills, problem solving, teamwork and a personable disposition are necessary for a successful candidate.
Please submit your resume, references, and salary expectations by e-mail: info@awna.com or fax 780-430-5380 No phone calls please. The position is available immediately. Please visit our website for more information at www.awna.com
FALL START
Community Support Worker Women in Trades Math and Science in the Trades GED classes days/ evening Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca
CASH DAILY for outdoor work! Guys ‘n Gals 16 years and up! No experience necessary; www. PropertyStarsJobs.com
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AG EQUIPMENT
Misc. Help
Darcy Zimmer - Sales North of Hwy 53 Phone: 403-588-8420 Ferdinand Harkema - Sales South of Hwy 53 Cell: 403-785-7149 Rick Cline - Store/Sales Manager Cell: 403-588-1957
PONOKA JOHN DEERE SALES & SERVICE
880
Misc. Help
DANDY DANDY
FULL-TIME MEAT CUTTER REQUIRED at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta. 40 hours per week. Benefits. Fax resume to 1-403-556-8652 or email: sbyc125olds@sobeys.com
PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
24 Hour Emergency Call 403-783-3337
Electrical Enclosure & Power Division
Hwy. 53 Ponoka Toll Free 877-783-3338 Ph. 403-783-3337 E-Mail: admin-ponoka@agroequipment.com
• PARTS PERSON
Rimbey Implements Ltd.
• SHEET METAL FABRICATOR • PANEL SHOP ELECTRICIAN
Home Page: www.agroequipment.com
(Experience Preferred)
Full Benefit Package & Production Bonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern Working Environment. Al York
General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593 Bus: (403) 843-3700
Rimbey, AB
Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd.
Fax: (403) 843-3430
ANIMAL SERVICES
Fax: 780-352-2249
Email: acdandy@acdandy.com Misc. Help
880 Is looking to hire full time
AUTO DISMANTLERS
880
INOW HIRING! Earn extra cash - Men & Women in demand for simple work. Part-time/full-time. Can be done from home. Acceptance guaranteed No experience required, all welcome! www.AlbertaJobLinks.com. REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284
Misc. Help
Employment Training
900
OVER 90% EMPLOYMENT rate for CanScribe graduates! Medical Transcriptionists are in demand and CanSrcribe graduates get jobs. Payments under $100 per month, 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com; admissions@canscribe.com TAKE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT, Early Learning and Child Care, or Child and Youth Care at Lakeland College’s Vermilion campus or start with online courses. Call Joelene for details. 1-800-661-6490, ext. 8579; www.lakelandcollege.ca
CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311
880 Immediate Opening for
EAVESTROUGH WORKER Seasonal / Part-time Ideal for summer student
BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.
BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction Call 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 CallJim JimAshbough Ashbough 783-2764ororCell: Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 403-783-5283 Cell: 403-588-0597 Jack Surbey 783-5283orCell: 588-0597
BOTTLE DEPOT
PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT Open Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Closed Sundays & Holidays We Now Recycle Milk Cartons for Deposit
3, 5520 Hwy 2A (Across from Husky)
403-783-6875 CONSTRUCTION
• Must have valid driver’s license • Physically fit/must be able to work from ladders • Mechanically inclined • Good work ethics • Safety conscious
Please submit resume to:
To join our team
AUTO SALES
BUYERS
• Must have automotive experience. •Applicant must have a positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges. We offer competitive wages and excellent benefit plan. To apply please send resumé to tpgadbois@lkqcorp.com or deliver to 430054 Don Laing Business Park, RR261, Lot 2. Ponoka
3912 – 66 Street, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Email: wcmltd@telus.net | Fax: 403-783-3531
MIDWEST PROPANE
SALES & SERVICE
is currently seeking
PARTTIME/CASUAL RANDY MOHL 403-783-8008 Phone 783-8008
BUY - SELL - CONSIGN 5704 - Hwy 2A North, Ponoka, AB T4J 1M1
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
A & J AUTOMOTIVE A & J AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 6701 - 46 Ave. 6701 46 Ave. Ponoka, AB - T4J 1J8 Ponoka, T4J 1J8 (403)AB783-8755 (403) 783-8755 Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST
$30
PER WEEK. REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK.
BAR STEWARD required for Ponoka Legion. Must be over 18yrs old. Honest, reliable, hard working individuals need only apply.
Drop resume off at Legion or fax to 403-783-4666
TOYOTA City
Gasfitter
To operate in central Alberta. Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant Oilfield Safety Certificates 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
Motorcycles & ATV’s Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm
403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635
GARBAGE COLLECTION
Wetaskiwin
The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!
• Service Advisor • Technician Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package and excellent pay plan. We’re waiting to hear from you! Please submit your resume to: 4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1V3 Fax: 780-352-5750 toyotaab@telusplanet.net
TIRE REPAIR PERSON
Required for maintenance and repair of truck and trailer fleet. Experience is an asset, but will train right candidate. Excellent wages and company benefits. Please submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com (Re: Tire Person) Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.
HEAVY CONSTRUCTION Our goal is to be a service to you.
R.R. #2 R.R.ton, #2 AB Bluff TOCton, OMO Bluff AB
TOC OMO
Serving ServingCentral CentralAlberta Alberta
IfIf you you need need aa cat, cat, hoe, hoe, logger, logger, mulcher, mulcher, grader or truck, grader or truck, call call us. us.
Ph: Ph:403-704-4477 403-704-4477
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
DENTISTRY
RIMBEYDENTALCARE DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS
Family Friendly Dentistry Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0
Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607
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HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING
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Misc. Help
ALLOWANCE NOT CUTTING IT? Join the PONOKA NEWS
Business Services #1000 - #1430
Cleaning
Carrier Team!
Need help with house cleaning, spring cleaning or just weekly keep-up. LET ME HELP! Ph: 403-913-5548
DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY
Financial
5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5
EYE CARE Drs. Heimdahl & ZoBell 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA
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ADVANCED EYE HEALTH & VISION EXAMS CONSULTATION & REFERRAL SERVICES DESIGNER EYE WEAR & CONTACT LENSES INSURED MEDICAL EYECARE SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES
NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM
CONCRETE SERVICES
WETASKIWIN READY MIX • Residential • Commercial • Agricultural OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY Ph: 587-786-3142 780-352-4301 Email: dmarkevich@wetaskiwinrm.com
HEATING
EXERCISE, EARN MONEY, AND WIN PRIZES!
Legal Services
Reliable carriers are automatically entered into a monthly draw.
Win an additional $50 Keep up the good work and your name will be entered to win a
$400 Gift CertiďŹ cate Each week the Ponoka News reaches residents where they live, work and farm. In town our papers are delivered door to door by reliable carriers and we could use more help.
If you are interested in a local route please contact Susan Whitecotton at 403-783-3311
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Health Care
Health Care
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Ph: 403-782-7722 Fax: 403-782-7499
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Health Care
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com
Misc. Services
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Well Drilling
1400
Well Drilling
1400
Well Drilling
1400
RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide) Tell them Danny Hooper sent you
Phone/Fax
LET US WELCOME YOU! Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful information about your new community.
www.1800bigiron.com
403.783.3311
CONCRETE
Specializing in: - Curbs/Sidewalks - Drive ways - Basement Floors - Stamped Concrete - Exposed Concrete
Leo Cabral
Serving Ponoka & Area Ph: 403-783-6428 Cell: 403-783-1905
This space could be yours for $
VETERINARY SERVICES
Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200 8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call Dr. Bill Frischke • Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Emily Ames
2ED $EER #ALGARY .EW 'OVERNMENT WATER WELL GRANT STARTS !PRIL
View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at
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5,500 STROKES OCCUR IN ALBERTA EVERY YEAR.
robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com
Advertise your business in the Business Directory!
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“Committed to your comfort�
Robin Esau
Ph: 403.783.3501 Fax: 403.783.3531 wcmltd@telus.net
ROOFING & SIDING
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References Available.
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- General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations
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Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service
Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.
Reaching 6000 households weekly
For just
$30 per week this space could be yours!
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PLUMBING
Caregivers
SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs” Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7 PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345
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Caregivers
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With over 14 years of child care experience, this smoke free structured day home will put your mind at ease. I look forward to having the opportunity to learn with your child. Available openings: full and part time Monday to Friday 6:00 am to 5:00 pm. Summer children and fall children welcome.
PLUMBING
PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5 pm
5110 -50 Street Box 4414 Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1R7
Contact Denita 403-704-1061.
Misc. Services
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Misc. Services
1290
OUR SPECIALITY
Repair of any cooling or refrigeration system as well as large household appliances.
30
PER WEEK
Call 403-783-3311 PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS
Berni's Refrigeration and Appliance Service
403-783-4880 Welding
1410
Welding
1410
LittleJONS’
Reaching 6000 households weekly for just
Pet Services
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CLINKERS KENNELS * Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required
Rental Misc • B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING • SHOP/PORTABLE • CNC PLASMA CUTTING • ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING
30
MAIN: (403) 783-7591 FAX: (403) 783-8178
PER WEEK
This space could be yours!
Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net
403-783-3311 Auctions
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Arnold’s Lawn Care Spring Cleanup Grass Cutting Hedge Trimming Pruning
1350
Need RV or Self Storage? 8’ X 10’ mini storage units available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound. Call Keith at
First Call Towing
783-3636
Reasonable Rates
403.783.6060
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Misc. for Sale
FOR SALE
• Roland Electric Piano w/case • 2 speakers w/ stands • Violins • Mixing board • Auto harp/case • Electric lawn mower (like new) • Black stove (built in, like new)
403-783-2268
1930
Wanted To Buy
TAMARACK
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
Auctions
BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm. Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A ANTIQUE SALE 1st SUN. OF THE MONTH AT 1 P.M. 403-782-5693 Check website for full listing www.bigstrapperauctions.net
HUGE UNRESERVED Coca-Cola Memorabilia Auction! Amazing collection, no buyer’s fee! 10 a.m., Saturday, June 15 at 1235 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, Alberta. Scribner Auction 780-842-5666. Details at: www.scribnernet.com UNRESERVED AUCTION SALE. Pat & Peggy Hickey, Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m., Longview, Alberta. Farm, ranch equipment, household, antiques. Visit www.theauctioncompany.ca
Building Supplies
1550
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib/ LOW-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. Available at Participating Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254. STEEL BUILDING - DIY Summer Sale! Bonus days extra 5% off. 20x20 $3,998. 25x24 $4,620. 30x34 $6,656. 32x42 $8,488. 40x54 $13,385. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca
Garden Supplies
Lil Mule Logging Inc. is now buying standing Tamarack. Minimum 10 acres. 403-318-4346
1530
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
SO008906
Ponoka- located 1.5 Miles North of High School Phone (403) 783-5072 Cell: (403) 704-5384 www.brtrees.com
TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca
403-783-6272
$
TREE SALES & SERVICE
MYSTICAL VISIONS. PALM. TAROT PSYCHIC 35 yrs experience across Canada. Love, Work, Money, etc. GUARANTEED RESULTS. MysticalVisions@hotmail.ca ca Call. 403 304-8235
1430
Yard Care
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+).
www.clinkerskennels.ca
Serving Central Today! Alberta Book On-Line www.littlejons.ca
Unplanned pregnancy may be difficult to face. We care. For confidential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.)
HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm; Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.
Hand Wash Stations Handicap Units Trailer Units New Solar Powered Units with Running Water
403.783.8322
1315
CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311
JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489
This space could be yours for $
Personal Services
1680
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.
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Livestock
2100
Red Poll Bulls Yearlings & Two year olds Semen tested
403-783-5951
Livestock
2100
BLACK ANGUS YEARLING BULLS
Quiet disposition, quality genetics and semen tested Vaccinated.. Also 2 yr. old avail. George Lane 403-885-5732 or Ross Lane 403-860-2973
BULLS FOR SALE RED & BLACK ANGUS HEREFORD Yearlings & 2 Year Olds Semen Tested MATEJKA FARMS Mark†403-783-6389 Ponoka, AB KLIMEC FARMS (22) 2 year old registered Black Angus bulls. Semen tested. Phone 403-783-0229 LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211 RED ANGUS Simmental cross Yearling & 2 year old Bulls. Priced for the commercial cattleman. Guaranteed breeders. FREE DELIVERY 403-783-2745 or Cell 403-783-1936
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.
12 BULLS For Sale
Black Angus Registered Yearlings Ph Jim (780)
387-6050 or Bert
(780)
352-5064
Houses/ Duplexes
For Rent #3000 - #3200 Houses/ Duplexes
3020
PONOKA, 3 bdrm., 1/2 duplex, 4 appliances, no pets. Rent / DD $900. 403-346-3943, 358-9179
3020
GREIG HOLDINGS INC. PROPERTIES FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL
2 bdrm apartment in Lancaster c/w fridge, stove, $700/mo plus power. Available June 15, 2013 2 bdrm apartment above Commercial Bldg. c/w fridge, stove, $650 /mo plus power. Available immediately. • All residences are no smoking and no pets damage/security deposit same as rent unless stated otherwise. Applications and references required for all properties. Working people preferred.
Contact Ernie Anderson at
Greig Holdings Inc. @ 403-783-8580 Bay 6, 5012 50 Street, Ponoka, Alberta
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
3050
APARTMENT IN 4-PLEX IN PONOKA 3 Large bedroom. 1.5 bath, heat & 4 appliances included. Avail. July 1st. Rent $950. 403-783-3860 FOR RENT IN PONOKA 3 BEDROOM in very quiet 4-PLEX. Close to downtown. Seniors preferred. 4 appliances 403-783-5493
Suites
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Pasture
3180
PASTURE FOR RENT
near Ponoka Suitable for 20 head of horses
Call 403-302-4653
3060
One bedroom suite for rent in downtown Ponoka. N/S, N/P Available July 1
403-783-5025 PONOKA Avail. July 1st. Large 2 bdrm. main level suite. Large covered deck. 4 appls. Reno’d. No pets, N/S, non-drinker. Quiet worker, rental only. 403-704-1645
* RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street. 403-357-0287
4090
Manufactured Homes
Real Estate #4000 - #4190 Houses For Sale
4090
Manufactured Homes
4160
Lots For Sale
$99,999! 20’ X 76’ SRI best 4 bedroom plan ever! Free delivery (100 miles), skirting. Limited run of 10 (Aug./Sept. delivery) Don’t miss out. Call now! 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.ca. GRANDVIEW MODULAR HOMES NOW OPEN IN RED DEER! Showcasing high-end homes from Grandeur Housing and Palm Harbor Homes. Inquire about opening specials; www. grandviewmodular.com. 1-855-347-0417. 7925B - 50 Ave., Red Deer
4020
HOUSE to be moved NW of Ponoka, 1 1/2 storey, M O B I L E t o b e m o v e d . built in 1953, steel roof 1998 Moduline 16x76. 3 403-783-2484 bdrm., 2 bath, 7 appls. New flooring, skylight. RENOVATED inside and $65,000 obo. 403-506-9128 outside 1216 sq. ft. home with garage, large lot, 5 OUR BEST SELLING bdrms, 2 bath, hardwood, Anchorage plan is only bsmt. finished, possible $129,900! 20’ X 76’ with rent to own arctic insulation package, $282,000 403-783-6241 oval soaker tub and stainless steel appliances. Central Alberta’s Largest July delivery still available; www.jandelhomes.com Car Lot in Classifieds
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.
LOVE GOLF?
Walk-out view lot (.40 acres) overlooking pond, backing W. at Wolf Creek Village. Power, municipal water & sewer to be connected. 10 yr. Golf membership avail. valued $30,000. Controls in place to protect your investment. 403-782-4599
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
Motorhomes
5100
2005 SAFARI 30’
2007 SPORTSMAN
B
LX, 3254, 3 slides, clean, dual pane, fireplace, lots of extras. $28,900. trades considered. 403-598-0682
Acreages
4050
EAUTIFULLY decorated 1533 sq. ft. bungalow on 5.19 acres. Vaulted ceiling, open floor plan, 3 bedroom/2 bath. Huge east and west decks. Ideally set up for horses with electric waterer, stalls/tack room and outdoor sheds. $389,000. Visit home at www.yourcentralalbertarealtor.com. Call Garry Raabis Royal Lepage Patrician 403-340-6789
Public Notices
Public Notice #6000
6010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS
Perfect for Travel, V10, 43,000 km, 2 Slides, New Tires,$42,900.OBO (780)461-4453, (403)350-1007
5110
VETERINARY SERVICES
Ponoka Veterinary Clinic Dr. Murray Jacobson Dr. Clayton West Dr. Ashley Shannon
Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4:30 pm
24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348
5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB
Public Notices
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.
WRECKING TRUCKS all makes, all models. Dodge, GMC, Ford, Imports. Lots of 4X4 stuff, diesel, gas. Trucks up to 3 tons. We ship anywhere. Call 306-821-0260, Bill (Lloydminster) reply text, email, call; blackdog2010doc @hotmail.com. We ship same day bus, dhl, transport.
Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
Financial #4400 - #4430
4430
5180
Transportation #5000-5300
Fifth Wheels
Money To Loan
Tires, Parts Acces.
ESTATE OF ERLING PAULSON WHO DIED ON FEBRUARY 28, 2013 If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by July 15, 2013 and provide details of your claim with Tyler H. Lypkie Lypkie Henderson Barristers and Solicitors at
812, 5241 Calgary Trail Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5G8
If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
EASY!
The easy way to find a buyer for items you want to sell is with a Classified want ad. Phone 1-877-2233311
6010
T4J 1M1
THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS FOR
$30
PER WEEK. CALL 4037833311 WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES
Your water well solution for over 30 years • Specializing in water wells with PVC casing • Government grants in effect for farmers • New pumps & pressure system installation • Same day service - on most pump & pressure system repairs
Call Cliff today for a free estimate (403) 350-0106 WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICES
Darcy’s Drilling Services • water wells drilled & serviced • new pump & pressure system installations • all types of pump repairs • well shocking Darcy Schmidt Ph: (403) 783-2220 Fax: (403) 783-8828 Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com
WATER WELL SERVICE
ECKLUND Water Well Service PUBLIC NOTICE 2013 ASSESSMENT/TAX NOTICES 2013 combined assessment/tax notices have been prepared and mailed to all property owners in the Town of Ponoka. The assessment and taxroll is open for inspection during business hours ( ( 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Monday through Friday until July 2, 2013. Pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, all assessed persons are deemed to have received their assessment/tax notices as a result of the publication of this notice. If you have not received your 2013 assessment/tax notice, please contact the Town Office in person or by calling 783-0127. Dated at Ponoka, Alberta this 21st day of May A.D. 2013.
• Install & Service Pumps • Shock Wells • Pressure Systems Serviced & Installed Home: (403) 783-3712 Cell: (403) 704-3413
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LEGACY FORD PONOKA LEGACY USED AUTO OUTLET CENTRE
OVER 100 USED TO CHOOSE FROM JUST A SELECT FEW
2006 DODGE RAM SRT 10
2010 TOYOTA TUNDRA SR5
2009 TOYOTA TACOMA
Stk.# L0104 leather, roof
Stk.# L0047 low K’s
Stk.# L0103 auto,V8
Stk.# L0107 Only 58K
Sale Price $9,995
Sale Price $25,995
Sale Price $29,995
Sale Price $25,995
2007 FORD F150 XLT 4X4
2010 FORD F150 LARIAT
2009 FORD F150 LARIAT
2008 LINCOLN LT
Stk.# T0130A
Stk.# L0090 leather
Stk.# T0093A leather, roof
Stk.# T0139A loaded, extra clean
Sale Price $17,995
Sale Price $31,995
Sale Price $25,995
Sale Price $22,995
2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE Z71
NEW VEHICLE AND TRUCK CENTRE 2013 FIESTA HATCH SE
2013 FOCUS 5 DR HATCH SE
Stk #C0084. bright blue candy, sync, moonroof, winter pkg., etc
Stk #C0012. SE sport pkg., 2.0L, sony my touch, winter pkg., etc.
MSRP $22,024 Sale Price $18,602 $99
B/W
MSRP $26,359 Sale Price $24,900 $159
B/W
2013 FOCUS TITANIUM HATCH BACK Stk #C0123. Performance Blue, 2.0L, nav., my touch, moonroof, etc.
MSRP $31,149 Sale Price $29,900 $189
B/W
2014 MUSTANG COUPE GT
2013 MUSTANG COUPE
2013 TAURUS FWD SEL
Stk #C0086. premium race red, 5.0L V8, 6 spd. manual, 19” wheels
Stk #C0010. premium, 3.7L V6 sync, auto aftermarket louvers
Stk #C0011. 3.5L V6, auto, power moonroof
MSRP $45,089 Sale Price $40,456 $259
B/W
MSRP $34,499 Sale Price $27,900 $179
B/W
MSRP $38,199 Sale Price $30,347 $195
B/W
EXPEDITION LIMITED MAX
2013 F150 S/CAB XTR
2013 F150 XTR SUPER CREW 4X4
Stk #T0108. white platinum, loaded, beauty
Stk #T0013. 5.0L, auto, great pkg.
Stk #T0032. max tow/loaded
MSRP $70,849
Sale Price $61,400 $389
B/W
2013 FUSION SE Stk #C0005. oxford white, 18” sport wheels, spoiler tech pkg., etc.
MSRP $44,719
Sale Price $31,999 $199
B/W
Sale Price $33,995 $210
B/W
2013 FORD EDGE SEL
2013 F350 XLT CREW CAB
Stk #T0002. kodiac brown, Canadian comfort pkg., my touch, loaded, etc.
Stk #T0038. 6.2L V8, 172” great work horse
MSRP $43,349
MSRP $30,449 Sale Price $28,800 $185
B/W
MSRP $46,259
Sale Price $38,300 $244
B/W
MSRP $54,789
Sale Price $42,995 $289
B/W
GET READY FOR SUMMER SERVICE SPECIALS! $59.95 Oil and Filter Change and Tire Rotation on all gas cars and trucks. Includes oil filter and up to 6 liters 5w20 oil, 51 multi-point inspection.
$99.95 Oil and Filter Change on All Diesel Light Trucks. Includes oil filter and up to 14 liters 10w30 diesel oil and 51 multi-point inspection.
10% DISCOUNT on all Fluid Flushes, Discount on Parts and Labor.
GET READY FOR SUMMER PARTS SPECIALS WITH PURCHASE OF A PAIR OF WIPER BLADES, GET A
FREE JUG OF WASHER FLUID Come see us for all your RV essential parts, from toilet paper, sewer hoses to generators. If we don’t stock it, we can get it!
*Some vehicles not exactly as illustrated. All payments based on longest term possible 60-96 mth, 0 down, 5.99% oac. GST extra.
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