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Town staff explain plans to improve downtown atmosphere By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Family dance: Father and daughter team Peter and Jayla Kinnard enjoy a dance together during the Ponoka Elementary School dance June 14. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
After controversy was sparked by the Town of Ponoka using a Lacombe company to install trees along 50 Street, town staff stepped forward to explain the purpose behind the project. Mike Lewis, director of operations and property services for the town, received complaints over the action and was publicly reprimanded by councillors during a regular meeting June 11. “I’ve got a problem, if we’ve got how many nurseries and people locally. My opinion is that they should get first shot on that,” stated Coun. Loanna Gulka. “They should at least get to bid on it,” added Coun. Rick Bonnett. “If nobody else has an opportunity to do it. We’ve made one phone call then we farmed it out to the community…I have a problem with that,” Gulka said. “Our belief of council is to try and do it locally where possible,” said Coun. John Jacobs. Lewis has since tendered his resignation. Beautifying the downtown was inspired by a 2007 Avi Friedman report that a previous council commissioned. The report laid out plans on how to make the area more welcome and increase the town’s population. Since the report was released there has been little action to follow through with Friedman’s plans. Sarah Olson, economic development officer, has been trying toimplement the report and present webinars made available to the business community. The webinars offer tips on how small towns can help grow their downtown areas. One of the things suggested was to plant trees downtown. Having similar businesses close together also benefits the area. “Something that they’ve identified is clustering,” explained Olson. This is possible but needs businesses to buy-in. Olson has fielded inquiries from businesspeople who were eager to set up shop in town but pulled out after hearing negative feedback on the town. “I know of at least two businesses that investigated moving here that have heard negative comments
from the local business population.” There was positive feedback as well but when other businesses speak negatively about the town, her job becomes tougher. “If they hear too much negative (comments), they are going to move elsewhere. It’s self-inflicted,” said Olson. If similar businesses are close together in a shopping district, consumers tend to feel they are getting a good deal on products. There appears to be an assumption the Town is responsible for bringing business to the community. Its job is to create an environment where businesses have an opportunity to thrive in town. Continued on page 2
Sherry Gummow, owner of Busted Ladies Lingerie, poses in front of her downtown store. She feels businesspeople are responsible to make their company successful. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
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Operations dir. Mikes Lewis resigns position
By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Less than one year after being hired, Mike Lewis, Ponoka’s director of operations and property services, has handed in his resignation. Although he would only say the decision was for personal reasons, Lewis wanted to tell residents what his priorities were when he first took on the role. He was hired to take on two jobs after the town consolidated the property services and engineering development departments into one last year. His first goal was to see sewage treatment sorted out. “The number 1 priority right now is sewage treatment. I made a promise that we would never Due to the Canada Day holiday, the appear in front of Alberta Environment or EnvironPonoka News will have an early ment Canada ever again,” deadline for the July 3rd issue. stated Lewis. With increased treatment capacity at the Display & Classified Advertising lagoons he has noticed a Deadline - Thursday, June 27 @ 5:00 pm great improvement in the treatment quality. Lewis has a second phase that The Ponoka News will be closed he has shown for the Monday, July 1 2014 budget to install pipes and valves, which will give the town more control over how the
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fluid in the lagoons flow. If next year’s project goes through then the only thing staff will have to do is monitor the conditions. Another area of importance for Lewis was the condition of roads in Ponoka. He has received many complaints over the surface of the roads and has started a pavement management system. Pavement is costly so Lewis hired a company to test the ride quality index and the structural integrity index. “We scored very low on ride quality index.” However the structural integrity of the roads is in much better shape than he expected, which he is grateful for as the road layers below the pavement are even more expensive than pavement. He has put money into the 2013 budget to start road management in town. If followed, Lewis feels road crews will be able to monitor and manage the roads. Keeping parks mowed was another area Lewis wanted to improve. He purchased a flail mower, which uses a farm-type tractor to push a mower that will span 20 feet when open. The other mowers the town uses are six feet wide and leave a wake of chopped grass “It should improve on the looks.” The flail mower spins a drum and discharges the grass evenly. He believes this is more pleasing to look at and the
machine is also safer for employees. They can park on the shoulder and lower the mower arm and cut the grass in a ditch without fear of tipping over. “They’re much safer for some of our projects,” explained Lewis. A major project Lewis wanted to undertake was to take his AutoCad skills to update the town’s base maps. These maps show all of Ponoka’s underground services and he believes they have not been changed for five years. Updated maps would help when fixing a water main. “Cause if I had ripped up the same block fixing holes in the same water main, five times now? Let’s cut to the chase and fix all of it,” Lewis gave as an example. He also wishes he had the opportunity to update water and sewer bylaws. Lewis supplied the operations foreman his number and if he can offer advise then he will.
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Continued from page 1 “We will do everything we can to bring them on board,” added Betty Jurykoski, planning and development officer. The webinars gave town staff new ideas to make downtown more attractive but with negative feedback on a project such as the tree installation, this can be somewhat disheartening. “We got a tremendous amount of information just as employees of the town from those webinars,” explained Jurykoski. Some councillors attended these sessions and so did businesspeople Sherry Gummow, InTHEME: ger Laing and Marlene Quiring. Gummow has changed the appearance of her store, Busted Ladies Lingerie, from these information sessions. One of the suggestions from the webinars stated a block or area in downtown should be used •Best Window Display •Best Dressed Staff as an anchor point. Gummow’s building will see •Best Exterior Display •Best Comedy Display its centennial next year. “I •Best Interior •Closest to the Theme have people come to just look at the building.” •Best Overall She feels the job of a retailer is to provide customer service but the Entries must be submitted by information presented Friday, June 21, 2013 states business owners should not worry about Random Judging June 24 to 27 being the best but rather different from the pack. “It’s not the town’s Entry Form responsibility to make a business successful,” Business Name: ______________________________ Gummow stated. Advertising is also Street Address: ______________________________ important. Next to her Phone: _____________________________________ employees, promotion is her biggest expense Businesses will be judged in all categories and it seems to be workfor trophies and Ponoka Stampede ing. People travel hours rodeo tickets to shop at her store. This was proven as Gummow Please submit entry forms to: had two people calling Greg Gordon from Red Deer who were eager to shop at her store Box 4336 Ponoka, AB T4J 1R7 and because she was open or fax 403-783-5858 after 5 p.m. on Friday, they were also able to make purchases.
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Ponoka heroes dedicate decades to fighting the blaze By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Firefighting has a certain allure and almost every young boy and girl has at one point in their life dreamed of riding in a fire truck with lights blazing and horns blaring to rescue a person or put out a fire. Five Ponoka firefighters have received recognition for years of service taking on fires, accidents and other emergencies. For the most part they were reluctant to speak about the job they do but Ponoka News spoke with them to get a small taste of why they do what they do. The Fire Services Exemplary Medal was presented to firefighters Ted Dillon, Dale Morrow, Bill Crawford, Kelsey Hycha and Keith Stebner recently and all have more than 20 years of under their belts. Fire Chief Ted Dillon started out as a voluntary firefighter 26 years ago in Fort Mcleod to “help the community out and I think it’s a valuable thing.” Dillon found firefighting as his opportunity to support Ponoka; he found himself more at home in this environment rather than a service club. The job comes with its ups and downs, usually when dealing with death or a serious collision but “it can be extremely rewarding.” He remembers when the department rescued a cat and dog from a burning home and the expression on the children’s faces when they saw the animals. “It makes you feel good,” said Dillon. “I’m living the dream.” While he appreciates the medal, Dillon is more proud of his volunteer firefighters who dedicate their personal time. “They’re the ones that deserve it more so than me.” With 28 years of service, deputy fire chief Dale Morrow has been around the longest and for him the benefit is in saving lives and property. “It’s always rewarding. An accident is no different than a house fire.” There are times where firefighters come on a difficult situation but they all try to deal with the stress in different ways. He suggests each person handles events differently. “Everybody has a look at those tough time in a different fashion… You have to get through it,” explained Morrow. Fire captain Bill Crawford gets an adrenaline rush every time he hears the emergency page on his radio. “I like the action.” He recalls a recent fire in town where the crew went into a burning home and rescued a woman. This is one reason he enjoys the job so much. “It was great to be there. You’re part of a team that’s helping people,” said Crawford. To be prepared, Crawford has a chair beside his bed with a set of clothes ready to go and as soon as he hears the page, Crawford is getting in his clothes and on the way to a call. Knowing what he knows now, Crawford would do it all again in a heartbeat. Deputy fire chief Kelsey Hycha and firefighter Keith Stebner have served as volunteers for 23 years. Hycha remembers chasing after volunteer firefighters when he was younger and the image stayed with him. “I always thought that would be my thing.” The job is demanding and he enjoys working
Left: Firefighter Keith Stebner poses with his Fire Services Exemplary Medal. Above: Firefighter Kelsey Hycha, Ted Dillon, Dale Morrow and Bill Crawford received the Fire Services Exemplary Medal recently. Photos by Donna Noble
with modern tools to try and problem solve through each situation. Hycha is also proud to have attended the majority of calls over the year. Although Stebner has not been able to attend as many calls as he would like recently, the camaraderie is one part of the job he enjoys. “I do the best job I can when I make it.” He does not belong to other clubs in town and feels this is his way of contributing to the community. He ended up staying longer than expected too. For Stebner being a firefighter is about getting the job done and he praised all the firefighters for their work.
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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
PARKLAND REFORMED CHURCH South on 2A, West on Spruce Road 403-783-1888 Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. 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
PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur
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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner
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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH PASTOR DAVE BEAUDOIN 6230-57 Ave. Ph. 403-783-6404 Saturdays 9:30 - 12 Noon dsjjb@xplornet.com ponokaadventist.ca
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Helm nominated for volunteer award By Treena Mielke A volunteer often seen behind the scenes helping out whenever and wherever she can, was a nominee for the Women of Excellence awards. Melodie Helm was one of 19 women nominated, and 10 ladies were recognized in 11 categories at the sixth annual awards gala held at the Sheraton Centre in Red Deer, June 12. Helm said it was an honor and a surprise to be nominated, adding she enjoyed the ceremony and listening to the speeches of the winners. “The ladies spoke so eloquently and the meal was wonderful.” Helm, who moved to Ponoka 23 years ago with husband Dan, said the community was a wonderful place to raise her two children. Now a grandma, she is pleased to be living in Ponoka. “There is lots of things going on and lots of good people who live here. We chose to live in a small town and I’m glad we did.” Three years ago, inspired by a friend who needed cornea transplants, Helm began the bionic golf tournament held at Gull Lake Par 3 Golf Course with her friend, Murray McRae. Proceeds of the tournament go
I have a book on my shelf that I just haven’t gotten to yet. I should read it. I’d say it’s very much work related. The title is, The Red Letter Revolution with the disconcerting subtitle, What if Jesus really meant what he said? Here are some samples of what he said: 12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. (John 15.1213) 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your William Delleman neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you: Pastor of Sonrise Christian Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute Reformed Church you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heavMember of the Ponoka en. (Matthew 5.43-44) Ministerial Association 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against BFM Thrift Store me? Up to seven times?” 5006 - 50 Street 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven Celebrating Five Years in Ponoka! times, but 77 times. Matthew 18.21-22) Thank you to all our customers and to everyone There are many who has donated household items to our store. more, but I think you can see a pattern. How people treat each other
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to HOPE (Human Organ Procurement and Exchange Program). Helm said such a program is important in Alberta, which has a low number of organ donors. As well as getting the golf tournament off the ground, Helm has given back to her community in many ways. She has received national recognition from Welcome Wagon and in 2005, received the Rita Scott Volunteer Award in recognition of her spirit of volunteerism. Her award of excellence bio states she is often not the project head, the president or the person whose name is in the lights, but she is the person who works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the job is done. The winners of the community building award were Robin Armitage and Shirley Challoner, both from Red Deer. Other nominees in that category included Shannon Nivens and Michelle Weinberger. The Red Deer & District Community Foundation Women of Excellence awards recognize women who display leadership qualities, provide inspiration and demonstrate vision and excellence in the category in which she is nominated.
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matters a great deal to Jesus, to God. And, in my experience, many people both in and outside of the church have ignored these words and tried to explain them away. The one about loving enemies is just stupid. The one about forgiveness is an invitation for abuse. Besides, some say, the Book those quotes come from is unreliable. It’s old and how can anyone be sure it’s actually inspired by God anyway? I had a conversation recently with someone who wanted to know what a good person is and they said it must be someone who is peaceful, helpful, generous, loving, caring, compassionate, considerate, and open without conditions, or prejudice. That sounds nice, but in the course of the conversation it was clear that all those nice attitudes depended on shifting moods or situations. The person I was speaking with could act that way toward those people they liked at the time. But that could change and it didn’t matter. People come and go, but self-interest is eternal. I wonder though, if Jesus meant what he said, then that can’t be true, can it? As Canadians we’re known as nice, tolerant people, easy going, non-confrontational. It seems too many Christians aim for the same standard. I read the words quoted earlier and wonder, maybe others do as well, if that standard is high enough. If Jesus really meant what he said, then honouring commitments people make to each other matters — even when troubles come. Suffering for the sake of others or accepting personal inconvenience for the good of others matters. Then having a strong determination to see conflict through to a peaceful resolution that involves forgiveness even reconciliation matters. Because all of those attitudes define the kind of lives that impact the world for good. I guess, I haven’t read the book because I’m already aware of my own responsibility and find it challenging. The subtitle asks a question, did Jesus really did mean what he said? We all have to answer the question sometime and we’ll know our answer by the quality of the lives that answer produces.
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Reections of Ponoka These Ponoka boys were farmers , hunters and cowboys By Jerry Fink and Mike Rainone for the News This delightful story was written by long-time district gentleman Jerry Fink for the Sept. 28, 1955 edition of the Ponoka Herald, and features some of our always ambitious district lads, as they strived to combine hard work and a busy family life with some great fun and sport. Since it was too wet to harvest, Bud and Brian Butterfield, George Fink, and I decided to try our luck at some goat and sheep hunting last week. We left the Ponoka district on Friday, Septe. 16 and drove to Windy Point, located 24 miles southwest of Nordegg, arriving at 3 a.m. Saturday, and slept a few precious hours. As soon as the dawn broke we drove the six miles to the Cline River, where we cooked breakfast and each made a pack, consisting of a bed roll, food for two days, extra clothes and cooking and camping utensils. Heavily laden, we soon found it necessary to ford a waste-deep icy cold river before we could even begin the treacherous trail into the hunting country. After climbing six rugged miles we stopped to make a camp at noon where we ate our dinner. Later we climbed the nearest
peak and scanned the surrounding hills carefully with our binoculars. Brian finally spotted a goat far below him, and losing no time he fired and it was a good shot. While Brian scrambled down to skin that one, Bud and I saw two more climbing a distant mountain, which we set out after but to reach the spot proved to be a hazardous five-hour trek. On the way down we caught a fleeting glimpse of a big black bear, debating as to whether we should shoot him and scare our quarry or pass him up. We decided to continue on the trail of our goats. It would be a tough but steady three-hour climb before we finally found them feeding along a narrow ledge on a sheer precipitous cliff about 350 yards away. We each shot twice before we actually got the range, and on Bud’s third shot one goat would hurtle out into space and fall into a canyon a good 600 or 700 feet below. My next shot took down my trophy goat. Our good luck has now presented us with a serious problem as to how we were going to get our game out of that deep and rocky canyon. After a great deal of precarious scrambling we descended to the bottom, where we skinned the goats and secured the heads with horns, which measured 8.5 and nine inches respectively. (The
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In this 1955 photo Brian Butterfield, Bud Butterfield, and George Fink pose with the mountain sheep and goats they managed to catch up to on a rough and vigorous three day hunting trip into the Rocky Mountains near Nordegg.
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This early 1940s Pleasant Hill School class are all smiles and dressed in their best for the photographer. Shown in the back row are: Leslie Trout, Joyce Sweet, Max Sweet, Leonard Ochs, Leo Sweet, Rex Sweet, unknown; then featured in the middle row is: Walter Sweet, Audrey Wheeler, Elsie Sweet, Joyce Bednar, Teacher Miss Mary Kolebaba, Ronald Trout, Richard (Tuff) Sweet and Ruth Ochs. In the front row are: Norman Schnell, Lorraine Ochs, Jimmy McGarvey, Ross Sweet, Virginia Schnell, Donna McGarvey, Leah Schnell and Alice Sweet.
world record Rocky Mountain goat head at that time was 11.75 inches). We followed the canyon out and reached open country near dark, then trudged back toward camp following a creek, and were very thankful that Brian and Uncle George had arrived there before dark, and fired a shot to direct us in about 11 p.m. Wonder upon wonders, Uncle George had been fortunate enough to get a shot at still another goat after he and Brian had glassed a large vicinity and picked out three animals. George left Brian and walked all afternoon before he eventually came upon a goat standing on a cliff overlooking a creek some distance below. It would be quite a thrill for him to finally get his prize goat after so many years of big game hunting. We spent all day Sunday packing out our equipment and getting back to the car, then left for home on Monday, stopping at Morningside to show Bud Harris our heads. Bud has hunted goats for a good many years and had told us where to go to seek out the elusive game. It is interesting to note that for these ardent hunters from Ponoka and districts, a license in those days for deer, elk, and moose was $5 a season. Like countless other hardy pioneers of that era from around Ponoka and districts, these young men and their wives and families vigorously pursued their dreams, worked hard on their farms, ranches, and chosen businesses and profes-
sions, while never being afraid to enjoy many other activities and adventures at both the local and provincial level. Jerry and George Fink established their homes, farms, and families in the Hazel Hill district, with Jerry Fink also dedicating many years of service to the long-standing Ponoka Fish and Game Association, including the formation of the pristine Lake Pofianga nature preserve just northwest of town. Brian and Bud Butterfield, and brother Tom forged a partnership in a joint 2,000head feedlot and family farm operation that has successfully carried on for many decades and generations. In those early years all three of those rambunctious boys also had rodeoing in their veins from a very young age, which along with the ongoing businesses success has always been proudly carried on by their sons and daughters and grandchildren. Along the way, Bud would win the Canadian Steer Wrestling Championship in 1956-58-59-60-62 and 1963, while Brian captured the same title in 1953-55-61 and 1965, as well as the All Round Championship in 1958 for top combined points in both the steer wrestling and bareback events And that same exciting tradition and desire to compete will always carry on.
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Opinion For those old enough to recall Like so many of you out there, as a senior citizen, I feel that I have done quite well adjusting to all the amazing and modern changes that have occurred throughout our lives. When an old friend recently sent me Mike Rainone an email asking how Hammertime old I was feeling today, I realized with joy that we have managed to survive, and I look forward to passing on some of those great 20th century turnarounds and neat comparisons to all of you. • One of my grandchildren asked me recently what my favourite fast food was when I was growing up. I pondered for a moment, then explained that we didn’t have any fast food when I was a kid — all the food was slow. Then looking puzzled he inquired, “Where did you eat then?” “It was a place called home,” I replied, “where mom cooked every day, and when dad got home from work, we sat down together around the dining room table and if I didn’t like what she put on my plate, I was allowed to sit there until I did like it.” I forget to tell him that we also had to have permission to leave the table. • I have so much respect for our new generation, who have really had to “adjust” a whole lot more than we did when we were growing up. Was ours not a much more laid back and scheduled existence, where there were no curfews or being grounded, just be home on time, do your chores and homework, and don’t tell lies or else you know what the consequences will be? We never got bored, because we played outside for countless hours during all seasons, created our own adventures, and made as many friends as we could. • My parents never drove us to school but I had a balloon-tired bicycle that weighted about 50 pounds and only had one speed (slow). Many of us had to get up early to catch the school bus, took our lunch every day, and had to eat it in the classroom. We didn’t have a television set in our house until we reached our teens, it was black and white, went off the air at midnight after playing the national anthem and a poem about God. Movie stars kissed with their mouths shut and smoked a lot on
screen but there were no movie ratings because all of the flicks were responsibly produced for everyone to enjoy viewing, without profanity or too much violence. • I never did have the privilege of having a telephone in my room; the only one in the house was on a party line, which was always busy, but great to listen in on all the gossip. Pizzas were not delivered to our home, but milk was (in glass bottles), while just about every boy in the neighbourhood delivered newspapers starting at 6 a.m. six days a week for a nickel a paper. How many of these do you remember? • Headlight dimmer switches on the floor and ignition switches on the dashboard. • Your first car was likely an old clunker or a handme-down, but it was your greatest possession, and we had to take care of it until we could afford to buy our own “dream wheels.” • Pant leg clips for bicycles without chainguards, skinny dipping, catching gophers for five cents a tail, and digging up worms to go fishing with dad. • Soldering irons that you heated on a gas burner and those big wooden Eddy matches. • Using hand signals for cars without turn signals. • Candy cigarettes, although most of us did try to sneak a puff once in awhile? • Coffee shops with table-side juke boxes, and sharing a Coke or milkshake with four straws. • They used to have newsreels before the movies at the Capitol Theatre, popcorn and a pop was 25 cents, they had a balcony, and your first date was usually Dutch treat. Ponoka also had a drive-in theatre at the north end of town, where you could stuff everyone in the car on Thursdays nights for only a dollar. • Back then we also had peashooters, Howdy Doody, hi-fis, metal ice-trays, blue flashbulbs, cork popguns, Studebakers and clothes with holes that really felt comfortable. I somehow have to realize that I am getting older but when I share some of these memories, I savour them as some of the best, if not-so-innocent parts of my active life. I really love to pass on some of the old stories, history and pictures, not only to those who grew up in my era, but to our younger generation, who might not believe everything that we say, but will sit and listen for a while, as long as we offer them a treat after we finish spinning those yarns. Start planning for summer, because it’s really here, and have a great week, all of you!
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Busy time in constituency The month of June anniversary celebration has kicked off the sumof the Ponoka Legion mer break with lots of on June 1. Many memgood news items. ories shared, photos It has been a plealook at and stories told sure to attend all the on that special occagraduation ceremonies sion. Congratulations within the Lacombeto the Ponoka Legion. Ponoka constituency. Congratulations This is a great milealso to the Lakeside stone in the lives of Social Workers Ladies young people as they Rod Fox Club on their 90th anclose on segment of MLA Lacombe-Ponoka niversary June 12. The their journey to adultcommunity spirit is hood and begin on the definitely alive and next phase. Congratulations to all the well as this group of community grads. volunteers goes ahead into the next Another milestone to mention century! is the official opening of the Nova So, the good news and celebraChemicals expansion at the Joffre tions continue all summer long. I site. June 7 saw the official launch of look forward to seeing many of you the expansion which will see approximately $1 billion invested into the at the various community events site. This expansion will be a huge throughout the summer months. The economic driver for the area and will break from the legislature sessions be an immense asset for the prov- allows me the opportunity to meet ince. The creation of new jobs both with you in person. If you have any concerns or during the construction phase and at wish to meet with me over the sumcompletion will benefit this area,. And, speaking of more mile- mer, please contact the constituency stones, Seniors’ Week in Alberta office at 403 782 7725 or email: Lasaluted all the pioneer initiative and combe.ponoka@assembly.ab.ca hard work that our senior’s have The office is located in Lacombe at made to help develop our province #101 4892 46 Street and July/August and area. Thank you to all seniors; it Hours will be: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. was your spirit that forged the strong Tuesday through Friday (closed for lunch). June hours continue at 9 a.m. province we have today. And, even more milestones to to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday celebrate this month include the 85th (closed for lunch).
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New bylaw mixes messages, discontent pours over into election time Dear Editor: On May 28, with a vote of 4-3, the Town of Ponoka enacted bylaw 31312 that states all liquor stores and off sale counters must now close at 10 p.m. The only exception to this law is during Stampede Week. The reason for this law or should I say, the reason our town council finally settled on, was for the safety of our citizens. When a bylaw is enacted it becomes law immediately. For some unknown reason the town has decided not to enforce this bylaw until after the Ponoka Stampede. If it is really for safety, why is there a delay in enforcement? Labour standards do not come into play as the town administrator states. Obviously it really has nothing to do with our safety, if it really did, then May 29 would have seen the town bylaw enforcement officer and the RCMP checking everyone to make sure the bylaw was being followed. Instead we have our town administrator saying: “So it doesn’t mess with people and the Alberta Labour standards.” Look at it this way. If this safety bylaw were enforced, up to June 24 alcohol would be available for off sales until only 10 p.m.; then for one week it’s available to 2:50 a.m. and again on July 2 it is back to forcing all liquor outlets to close again at 10 p.m. What town council is saying is we do
not want to upset the Stampede applecart, so we are willing forgo safety, at the expense of our citizens. Why, because it is one of the few economic engines this town has. The town must believe limiting liquor sales during Stampede would be bad for business, yet for many small businesses that keep the engine running for the entire year, this isn’t the case. The last I looked, the name on the sign said Ponoka, not Nirvana Too many years and too many bad decisions for reasons we are not privy to, have made this town what it is today. The empty storefronts, all the houses on the market that have the reduced banner across the real estate agents’ signs. It is time for us, all of us who call Ponoka home, to take notice of what we have allowed to happen. We can’t lay blame squarely on the town fathers; we have to take some of that responsibility for where we are. Each and every one of us has an investment in Ponoka whether it be physical, financial or emotional. It is time for us to stand up for what we believe is right. Open a dialogue with town leaders. People complain, but don’t speak up. It is election time in a few short months. Make your voice heard. Get involved and make your vote count. It is time to turn the tide and take our community in a new direction. Mark Yaworski
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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS REMINDER The deadline for written Property Assessment Appeals is June 28, 2013. Remember you can only appeal your assessment - not the tax amount. Call 403-783-0127 for more information.
Taxes Are Due on July 2, 2013 Avoid late penalties and pay on time!
Waste Transfer Station Hours Tuesday through Saturday - 10 am to 6 pm. Excluding Statutory Holidays. There is a minimum tipping fee of $7.50 per visit. There is no charge for compostable materials (grass clippings, garden waste, leaves, branches) or tires. Call 403-783-8328 for more information.
EVENTS AND RECREATION 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
Crafters Club If you are a CRAFTER of any type PONOKA JUBILEE LIBRARY would like you to come out for Crafters Club! Bring a craft and socialize at the library!
Family Lego Club Ponoka Jubilee Library invites children and adults to take part in our Family Lego Club. Come and build whatever your imagination can come up with. Friday June 28th, 3:30pm – 5:00pm Ages 4+, all younger children must be accompanied or supervised by older sibling or guardian.
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!
Volunteers Needed! Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society is looking for Volunteers to help during the Canada Day Children’s Festival. Please call Marion at 403-783-2202 or Emma at 403-783-4462 for more information.
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 Registrations for summer swim lessons are in full swing. Check out the schedule on our website – www.ponoka.ca
Ponoka Stampede Parade Friday, June 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Theme: Salute to Big Brothers & Big Sisters
COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Next Town Council Meetings Susan Whitecotton, Circulation Supervisor, presents Anna and Jarred with a $50 cheque recognizing excellent service in delivering the newspaper for the month of May.
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK: Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time. ~John Lubbock
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Road state harms town image Dear Editor: I’ve been a resident of this town for the majority of my life. I grew up being able to ride my bike around my neighbourhood, got to watch my sister be on our residential streets with roller blades. I remember being able to walk safely along the side of the road, without risk of being in the way of traffic. These are things that, as I drive around my hometown, I can’t see my own daughter being able to do. The condition of our streets is pitiful. I’m
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embarrassed, as I navigate the war-zone that has become my hometown. Rolling, broken pavement with large protrusions dot our arteries and residential roads. Has Ponoka become a town where, only if you own a jacked-up truck, you are able to get around without risking damage to your vehicle? Take the entrances to 7-Eleven as a prime example. How many years has the pavement on the west approaches been sunken below the curbing far enough to pose a serious risk of damage to the nose of your car? I know I speak for a large number of my fellow citizens when I say the tens of thousands of dollars invested in our vehicles are not light burdens to carry. These are things of value to us and the idea investing further thousands in repairs, because our town can’t figure it out, makes me sick. How about, instead of focusing so much of our attention on the five-day wrecking ball that greets our town every summer, we start paying attention to the condition of our home. Or risk having visitors come to live the rodeo spirit, and leaving with a foul taste over the upkeep and condition of its host. Soon, there might not be a way to distinguish our roads from our neighbours to the north. I’d like to see my daughter grow up with the same beautiful small town that I did. Our kids shouldn’t have to deal with sinkholes that would cause them to be in harm’s way to avoid it. Get it together, Ponoka. Ken Varty
Michener Centre plea receives no support from Ponoka town council By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye As Michener Centre’s closing dates comes closer, the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) opposes the decision. Its members have been seeking support of their opposition from neighbouring communities and Ponoka was one. “It’s a political decision,” explained CAO Brad Watson. Jason Heistad, an AUPE vicepresident, told council May 28 there are no plans to deal with residents after the closure of the Michener Centre. But Watson disagrees. He has seen documentation dealing with the closure and how it will be handled. Mayor Larry Henkelman was reminded of the time the Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury was governed by its own board. There was a request from one member to move the centre to Edmonton. There became a possibility Ponoka would lose the centre but the community and council at the time campaigned to keep the building. Coun. RickBonnett does not re-
member seeing any support from neighbouring towns. “I’d have to say this is outside of our realm of what’s happening in our community,” he added. Although the town did not campaign for support from other areas there was still a challenge to keep the building. “They were trying to attract the facility out of the Town of Ponoka,” added Mayor Larry Henkelman. Strong support from MLA Halvar Johnson was provided and the building stayed. He also feels some of these buildings that provide a certain level of service but who have vacancies may be better off closed because of the costs to taxpayers. Henkelman believes patients will still see care. “They’re still going to be looked after.” Watson suggests organizers in Alberta Health Services did not provide their plan, which started in 2003, in a sufficient manner to the Province of Alberta. “They’ve acknowledged that.” The request was defeated 4-3.
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Graduates, chiefs celebrate accomplishments in Hobbema By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
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After 39 years of dedication the Muskwachees Cultural College (MCC) will be able to call itself a university. Graduates of the college received the news from executive director Patricia Goodwill-Littlechild during the 35th graduating class June 15 at the Ermineskin Junior/Senior High School. “Now we can grant the degree in (indigenous) social work in Muskwachees…Now will we not only be a college, we will be a university.” She praised the more than 80 graduates who dedicated their time to complete their education but urged them to remember their Cree culture and language. Goodwill-Littlechild asked how many graduates could speak the language fluently and when a handful raised their hands she provided these words. “We must be Cree inside (and) out because our language and culture can’t be learned anywhere else in the world,” stated Goodwill-Littlechild. This occasion instilled pride in Samson Chief Marvin Yellowbird upon seeing so many graduates. “I personally commend the faculty and staff at MCC.” He also thanked graduates’ families for pushing students to complete their studies and he reminded them to remember their heritage. “Always
remember were you started and where you came from.” The honour of speaking with the graduates fell upon representatives of the Four Bands in Hobbema. Montana Chief Bradley Rabbit suggested graduates were fulfilling the hopes of their ancestors. “Their wishes for our future generations are a true picture of what we’re seeing today.” He has seen the ups and downs of the college over the years but the work of the graduates made “our education system a reality.” For some, this is the first step in their higher education and Ermineskin Chief Craig Mackinaw believes the next step is a good one. “I encourage all of you to do the best that you can.” Representing the Louis Bull Tribe was Coun. Wayne Moonias who has seen growth in the number of graduates over the years. “Education I support wholeheartedly because us from poverty.” Graduates received diplomas in early childhood development for levels 1 and 2, Plains Cree syllabics – instructional, professional development, teaching assistant certificate, certificate in university/college preparation; Cree language instructors training program, diplomas in adult education, university studies and social work.
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located on the wash arms as well as a dryer on exit. Fishing options include tri foam conditioner, high pressure wax and Turtle Was Ice/Rainex. Self-Serve Wand Wash - Six large bays offering optional high pressure undercarriage wash. Other options include Bugg Off, presoak, tri foam conditioner, tri foam brush, vacuum on both sides of vehicles with no hoses touching the floor, high pressure soap and spot free medium pressure rinse. Commercial Truck and RV Bays - The bays have 18 foot by 18 foot doors, 120 feet long with two wash stations in each bay. One bay has a catwalk suitable for washing the tops of units. All options available in the self-serve wand wash are also available in the commercial truck bays. Self-Serve Pet Wash - The self-service pet wash provides facilities for pet owners to wash their pets without the mess of doing it at home. The pet wash has easy access from the front of the building and a full line of pet care products will be available for purchase.
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Ermineskin Chief Craig Makinaw listens to an elder pray during the college’s graduation ceremony. Muskwachees Cultural College graduates prepare for a day of celebration June 15 at the Ermineskin Junior/Senior High School. Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
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Come on out and celebrate the Ponoka Stampede. PRIZES TO BE WON!
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Councillors were asked to reduce the tax roll from the Masons’ Britannia Lodge for their property on 5115 60 Avenue. The request was for the town to remove $1,149 from their taxes but they would pay the school tax assessment, explained Murdoch
Cameron, treasurer of the lodge. Lodges in surrounding municipalities receive tax breaks and he asked councillors to do the same for Ponoka’s lodge. With an aging membership, many of whom are 55 years of age or older and on a fixed income, Cameron does not feel they will see any increase in their $150
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membership fees anytime soon. He feels they are getting the name of Ponoka to other communities with the Shriners Ponoka Fire Truck Unit; 40 to 45 members are in the Ponoka Stampede parade. “So we’re giving you some exposure.” Operation costs for the building are approximately $12,000 a year and the group just had to pay $10,000 to replace the cemetery mausoleum, said Cameron. He did not provide any other financials. “We’re managing to hang on at this time.” The group also provides scholarships every other year to graduates but is mainly a fraternity rather than a service club. Mayor Larry Henkelman excused himself from the decision stating a conflict of interest as he is a member of the lodge. Deputy mayor John Jacobs took over the meeting. He thanked the group for their work in the Ponoka but was worried agreeing to the tax forgiveness might set a precedent. Coun. Loanna Gulka agreed and how they should proceed if other groups approached council. “I feel for you but it really sets a precedent.” Cameron had a question to Gulka over her comment. “How can other communities do it?” Costs keep rising for clubs and fraternities and he feels the town should assist with costs otherwise they will disappear. Jacobs suggested budget requests for clubs should be discussed during budget deliberations. “Maybe that’s something we can discuss in the future.” Coun. Doug Gill suggested speaking with the municipalities that are helping the lodges. “I think it would be prudent on our part to contact these communities.” The last time the lodge received a tax reduction was in 2005, a request in 2010 was denied. “Someone else would have to pay for the break and council didn’t want to go into deficit,” explained Jacobs. Council is waiting to hear what other municipalities are paying before making a decision.
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Communication request confuses town council By Jeffrey HeydenKaye A request to support communication with the town and Canada Post over changes to the Ponoka post office has left some councillors confused. Councillors were asked to speak with Canada Post at their May 28 meeting over fears the post office would be closed. No decision was made as CAO Brad Watson did not believe the post office was going to be closed, yet at their June 11 meeting councillors were asked to direct administration to remain in contact with a Canada Post representative. “I don’t understand the request for decision,” said Coun. Izak van der Westhuizen. Mayor Larry Henkelman believes keeping up communication is a positive action. “It makes everyone aware of the possibilities.” The main reason the item was on the agenda is that it came as a request from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) at the last meeting, explained Watson. Continued on page 17
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By Jeffrey HeydenKaye Ponoka has been put on the map by students from Ponoka Composite High School. They attended the Skills Canada Nationals competition in Vancouver, B.C. with teacher Dick Unruh, June 5 to 8, and despite some nervousness, three walked away with medals. Winning the gold medal in carpentry was Josiah Pilon, silver medals were awarded to Jen Sidwell for tree grafting and Dustin Sejdl for cabinetmaking. For Pilon the pressure was on. “I was kind of nervous. You’re representing Alberta, not just your school.” He competed against 12 other carpenters and focused on his plans to get through the challenge, which consisted of seven hours the first day and five hours in the second. The framing was the toughest so he finished that on the first day. Nobody completed the task but his was closer to completion than any other person’s and his craftsmanship was of high calibre too. Sidwell’s tree grafting presentation was on taking the branch of a younger tree and grafting it onto an older one. “I showed how to do four grafting methods.” She felt the pressures of the national level of competition, and after seeing how other competitors did, felt sure she would not place at all. “There was some really good demonstrating,” explained Sidwell. “Honestly when I did my demo, I thought I blew it.” Winning the silver medal was a complete shock. With competitions such as this, Unruh provided this advice, “Expect the unexpected.” Sejdl had 13 hours to build a coffee table with a sliding drawer that opened up on both sides. He was going at a steady pace and arrived at the machines needed for the job first, but lost time
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Teen Driver caught speeding almost twice highway limit By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Speeding operations The Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit conducted a speed and aggressive driving operation June 12 and issued 65 tickets. The most significant tickets were two speeders: The first was a 17-year-old boy from Lacombe who was southbound at 5 a.m. near Morninside on Highway 2 at 204 km/h. He slowed down to 194 km/h and was driving a 1997 BMW. He told officers he was late for work. The boy was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. The second significant stop of the operation was from a 53-year-old woman from Beaumont south-
bound at 5:30 a.m. on Highway 2 near Matejka Road. She was travelling at 163 km/h and received a summons to appear in Ponoka traffic court. Two rollovers in a day Emergency responders dealt with two rollovers June 15. The first was at 4 p.m. southbound on Highway 2 near Ponoka. A 66-year-old man from Edmonton was believed to have been tired when his Honda CRV collided with a guardrail, lost control and hit the opposite side guardrail before rolling over. He received minor injuries and received a 24-hour-suspension and a charge of careless driving. The second rollover occurred at 10 p.m. Highway 2 northbound near Secondary Highway 611. The 57-year-old female driver from Calgary and her Hon-
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Town and county connect for gym Continued from page 12 “If for nothing else, it’s on the record that we’ve done what we can do,” suggested Coun. Loanna Gulka. She feels even though council has no control over Canada Post they did show their support. “It’s a tangible action.” Councillors approved the request. County request for the gym club Councillors approved a request by Ponoka County to connect town services to the planned Ponoka Gymnastics and Trampoline Club property, which is on county land. A portion of county land was donated to the gym club in the Southwest Industrial Park but the Town of Ponoka’s policy is not to install services outside of its boundaries. The letter states if services are an issue then the county has resolved to support an application for annexation of the land. Henkelman has an issue with allowing the services since the club’s property is on county land and annexation may not be approved. “I just do not feel we should be breaking the town policy on services outside the Town of Ponoka.” Henkelman feels annexation first is a more prudent decision. “Who’s paying for it is my concern,” added Coun. John Jacobs. Coun. Rick Bonnett suggests the request is only
to allow the services to be installed, not for the actual costs. “If they’re looking to build something and it’s a hook up to (town services), it’s a win-win for us down the road,” said Bonnett. He feels the gym club brings town and county residents together as a community. Service installation is estimated at $125,275 but falls on the club to pay. New mini golf operator Wes Amendt, director of community services, announced a new operator has been found for the mini golf, in Centennial Park. “They’re in there today. The water is connected.” He feels the opening of the splash park will help drive business to the mini golf. Van der Westhuizen asked how the contract will work with the operator. The operator will look at a monthly rent contract for the mini golf and is willing to share her financials with the town, he explained. “Ultimately we’re happy that someone stepped forward.” Amendt did not release the name as contracts had not yet been signed. Protective services The Ponoka Fire Department had to go back to 2008 to find a busier time of year. This year they had 83 calls from January to the end of May compared to 92 in 2008. The years of 2012 and 2011 had 72 and 70 calls.
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Ponoka Fish and Game keeps active for future generations Submitted by Red Green The snow is gone at last. The grass is doing really well, as we have had quite a bit of rain — and hail. Our summer programs are now in progress at the club. Archery, trap and Rifle shooting are now going on, on a regular basis. The bird house building and spring clean up has come and gone, everything went well. Our Kids Camp is July 15 to July 18. Anyone wishing to register can call Leonard at 403-588-2834 or 403-7831858 for more information. We need volunteers to help out at camp. Anyone who can help out, please go to ponokafishandgame.ca for more information. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Big game draws were out June 4 so don’t forget to send them in. Alberta Fish and Game Association, of which we are all members, of is still buying habitat land as it becomes available and affordable. The fish and game clubs and many businesses donate
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level 3 child care certificate and CPR. She enjoys the summer experiSpaces for the summer program ence kids have and being able to at the Ponoka Youth Centre are fillprovide a fun environment for them. ing up fast. The summer program runs July 2 to “A lot of our field trip days fill up Aug. 23 with Monday, Wednesday quite fast,” says Morgen Chernick, and Friday in town, and Tuesday and program director for the centre. Thursday for field trips. But they are ready for the sumNew on the list for trips this mer and have new field trips planned year is a stop at Reptile World in as well as activities in town. Up to Drumheller and Telus Spark Science 42 kids can come on a field trip with Centre in Calgary. Also the West Edfour to five supervisors for the trip monton Mall Adventure Challenge and there is always at least one staff member who is trained with first aid, will give kids a chance to spend their summer energy. In town the splash park, aquaplex and Leisure Lanes Bowling are on the itinerary. “Book now to avoid disappointment,” CherThis Week at the Outreach… nick advised. The program is for Thursday, June 20 kids aged six to 13 and a *Biology 30 Diploma Exam family subsidy is availNight school—Mrs. Cooke and Mr. able to eligible families. Halbert Forms for subsidy can be found at the Youth Monday, June 24 Centre. There will be *Chem 30 Diploma Exam eight staff working with School closes at 3:00 pm the youth centre over the summer.
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4-H Awards 4-Hers celebrate end of show season By Amelia Naismith
mediate record book With the stress of show season over Tawni Kjenner – 1st intermediate show— for most — 4-Hers can enjoy their manship awards and extra free time until SeptemSenior Awards: ber rolls around. June 11 was 4-H awards night for the Fallon Jenkins – club champion steer three Ponoka districts and every young Shania Kjenner – leadership award cattleman and woman walked away with Virginia Harvey – club champion heifer awards and big smile. “The night is enjoyable because I Interclub Awards: guess the stress of the show and sale isn’t Grand Champion Steer – Simon Stalder here. They get to relax and enjoy their la- Reserve Grand Champion Steer – Tyson bors,” said Erin Fleck, leader of Central Matejka Ponoka 4-H beef. Monica Harvey, East Ponoka beef Grand Champion Heifer – Virginia Harleader, says the night is also a way for vey the clubs to thank their sponsors. “Many sponsors are multi-generational. They’ve Reserve Grand Champion Heifer – Lisa been leaders or sponsors their whole Winter lives, their children went through 4-H.” Grand Champion Cow/Calf – Virginia “It’s just a chance for families and Harvey kids to conclude our year,” said Harvey. Awards handed out that night in- Senior Showmanship – Tyson Matejka cluded achievement awards, attendance Intermediate Showmanship – Emily awards and efficiency awards. Gartner While many of the awards aren’t surprises and were announced at the Junior Showmanship – Kelli-Rai Sieben show and sale early last month, Harvey Senior Grooming – Lisa Winter says each of the leaders are proud of the Intermediate Grooming – Emily Gartner clubs because the youths are willing to work hard with their animals and carry Junior Grooming – Kelli-Rai Sieben Awards of Excellence on tradition. “It’s the connection to the animals Platinum: Jessica Sperber, that most of our kids really like and the connection to working with other kids. Amanda Klimec, That kind of epitomizes 4-H,” said Har- Samantha Sperber, vey. Brandi-Lynn McClaflin and Note: Not all awards are listed Samantha Stretch. Central Club Junior Awards: Gold: Katie McClaflin, Dylan Giles – 1st junior judging Madison Fleck – 1st central zone public Kaitlin Malterer, speaking Silver: Twani Kjenner, Intermediate Awards: Chase Fleck – 1st intermediate public Helena Winter, speaking Lindsey Gartner and Jesse Stretch – 1st intermediate judging Matthew Klimec. Kris Malterer – 1st intermediate record Bronze: Megan Bolton, book Julianna Harvey, Emily Gartner – Angus Breed Award Senior Awards: Lisa Winter, Samantha Stretch – Simmental Breed Dale Winter Jr., Award Kris Malterer and Hannah Stretch – 1st senior judging Helena Winter – 1st senior presentations Chase Fleck. Kaitlin Malterer – 1st central zone public speakNEED A ing Lisa Winter – 1st in senior presentations Check status of Government East Club Grants/Assistance each worth Junior Awards: $5000 or more Anton Hodnefield – Charolais and Simmental CHECK BIG IRON’S SPECIAL DISCOUNT PACKAGE Breed Awards Worth more than: $5000 Nadia Simons – 1st junior PLUS FREE “KONTINUOS SHOK” CHLORINATOR judging 10 YR. TIME PAYMENT PLAN O.A.C t NO DOWN PAYMENT Intermediate Awards: Jenna Honefield – 1st intermediate judging Julianna Harvey – 1st intermediate grooming Megan Bolton – 1st intermediate public speaking Nils Simons – reserve View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions champions steer online at www.1800bigiron.com Tasha Kjenner – 1st inter-
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Tyson Matejka received the Senior Efficiency Award, among many others. Photo by Amelia Naismith
Shania Kjenner, president of the East Ponoka beef club and recent graduate, hugs club leader Monica Harvey in appreciation for all the hard work the year required. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Lindsey Gartner and the other members of the three Ponoka 4-H beef clubs thank their sponsors during the awards and banquet night, June 12. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Increased numbers at triathlon By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Holly Reeves speeds by on her bike during the Youth Triathlon June 16. Reeves was part of the team category. Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
The rain did a good job of masking the sweat on racers’ brows during this year’s TriServices Youth Triathlon. More than 80 athletes competed this year and they pushed themselves to the limit to get the race done June 16. Competitors started in their age groups first swimming laps at the aquaplex, then they followed a set bike route and then completed the race on foot. Families and friends came to cheer their racers on and some even made the triathlon part of Father’s Day activities. RCMP Staff Sgt., Cameron Chisholm, was pleased to see a slight increase in last year’s competitors. This year teams and adults had the chance to compete, which appeared to add to the excitement of the morning. With 21 adults joining the triathlon, the designated route was busy with people in bright triathlon tshirts. “There’s a lot of happy people running,” said Chisholm. But for him the real purpose is to get kids involved in a healthy lifestyle. “That’s the core, is the youth.” Bringing the community together is something not only Chisholm enjoyed seeing but also Fire Chief Ted Dillon. He
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Youth swimmers kept a strong pace during the first portion of the Youth Triathlon.
Connor Stiles works hard to stay ahead of other bikers on the second leg of the triathlon. Photos by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Youth Triathlon winners • Ages 6 and 7 boys: gold, Nate Sluggett; silver, Carter Blanchard; bronze, Nate Stiles. Girls: gold, Quinn Cabay; silver Ella Hunter; bronze, Addison McKinney, and Pyper Roos. • Boys 8 and 9: gold Josh David; silver Liam Carr and James Rutberg. Girls: Kate Hollingsworth, Janaya Rawji and Taylor Sheppard. • Boys 10 and 11: gold, Clayton Wandler; silver, Jan Harm Bakker and bronze, Jordan Crawford. Girls: gold, Makayla Sheppard; silver, Emily David and bronze, Elise Holtz. • Boys 12 and 13: gold, Noah Hackett; silver, Brayden Riguidel and bronze, Kaiden Kinnaird. Girls: gold, Kennedy Hackett; silver, Jessica Mathieu and bronze, Morgan Blanchard. • Boys 14 and 15: gold, DJ Horne. Girls: gold, Lisa van der Westhuizen; silver, Kristen Riguidel and bronze, Taylor Mathieu. • Girls 16 to 18: gold, Bronwyn Reeves. • Men: gold, Schalk Greyling; silver, Matthew Rowland and bronze, Ron Allin. Women: gold, Heidi Cabay; silver, Minette van der Westhuizen and bronze, Lenni Taekema. • Teams: Gold: Letye Vorster, Lydia and Tarina du Toit. Silver: Samuel Neath, Jaxson and Lily Overacker. Bronze: Holly and Amber Reeves and Madison Kohut.
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Academic importance instilled in athletes By Amelia Naismith Here in Ponoka, the high school works hard to create the fiercest competitors and supports student’s academics. They encourage both attributes in their students, as well as the humility it takes to further expand their potential. Jerel Peters, area director for Youth Unlimited, opened his short speech at the Ponoka Composite High School’s (PCHS) athletic awards night with with, “real winners have learned to do their best and never quit.” Real winners also recognize the support around them from coaches, parents and peers, and don’t hold back respect and appreciation for their hard work. Students from different team bestowed upon their coaches and others tied to the teams with thank s as well as memories of the past season. During a cross-country race the team woke up to -7 degrees c weather and falling snow. “We discovered there’s no such thing as bad weather, only soft people,” said runner Sarah Green. PCHS athletes have to remain in good academic standing. For some, classes can be a storm and like the racers they have to survive it. Physical education teacher Scott MacGregor says the school personalizes the definition of good standing for each student. “If a 90 per cent student falls to an eight per cent you know you need to have a talk.” Two awards were given to athletes in each grade. The Athlete of the Year Award is determined purely on athletic performance and the Bronc of the Year Award is determined according to the student’s spirit and participation. Recipients: Grade 9 Female Athlete of the Year: Delaney Brachmann Male Athlete of the Year: Ashton Soosay Female Bronc of the Year: Lisa van der Westhuizen Male Bronc of the Year: Darcy Hooger Grade 10 Female Athlete of the Year: Cassius Louis
Male Athlete of the Year: Cole Nelson Female Bronc of the Year: Daria and Shaye Leidenuis Male Bronc of the Year: Keenan Haines Grade 11 Female Athlete of the Year: Maddison Pearman Male Athlete of the Year: Jared Nicolls Female Bronc of the Year: Sarah Green Male Bronc of the Year: Davis Labrie Grade 12 Female Athlete of the Year: Kelsey Rabb Male Athlete of the Year: Kenton Rodney Female Bronc of the Year: Amy Lank Male Bronc of the Year: Nick Grant PSC also uses a points system, which are awarded by the student’s teacher, to track the correlation between academics and athletic extracurriculars. MacGregor feels coaches are another teacher for the students and help build character, which translates to their studies. Recipients: PA 30 PA2 60 Paige Bonnett Cassidy Corkney Kendra Ems Kendra Joyes Brianna Green Karlee Sieweke Daria Leidenus Morgan Wiese Shaye Leidenus Ethan Cire Maddison Pearman Davis Labrie Jared Nicholls Stephanie Rowland Josh Prediger Lauren Sieben Brandt Siebel Nick Grant PA3 90 Keenan Haines Jared Nicholls Carson Louis Kenton Rodney Chadler McLaren PA4 120 Cole Nelson Amy Lank Austin Nagribianko Logan Squires Doug Wilton
Davis Labrie is Ponoka Secondary Campus’ Grade 11 male Bronc of the year. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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POLUSHIN Annie Schofield (Diggle) Polushin of Rimbey, Alberta died peacefully at the age of 92 years on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at the Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre ~ Area Three, where she had resided for the past year and a half. Annie was born in Red Deer, Alberta on March 29, 1921. She was the firstborn to Joe and Ellen Diggle, and an older sister to Peggie and Harry. Annie was raised on the family farm in the Forshee District and attended the Chapel School, the Rimbey High School, and the Calgary Normal School where she trained to be a teacher. One of her early teaching postings was to the Homeglen School where she soon caught the eye of one of the local bachelors, Mike Polushin. Annie accepted his marriage proposal upon his return from overseas duty. They were married at the Anglican Church of the Epiphany in Rimbey on July 17, 1946, and set out to build a family and a farm nearby. Annie will be remembered for her great love of learning, her unfailing capacity for teaching, her monumental interest in the world around her, her unflagging Christian faith, and her unsurpassable grace, integrity and good humour.
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Lillian (Lil) Clark April 17, 1916 - June 12, 2013 Lil, formerly of Ponoka, Alberta, passed away at Powell River, BC. She was predeceased by an infant son in 1950 and by her husband Al in 1989. She will be lovingly remembered by her son Richard, (Ann Katrin) of Powell River, her daughter Fran Kain, (Tim) of White Rock, BC, five grand children and five great grand children. Lil was born in Edmonton and moved with Al to Ponoka in 1946 when Al became the agent for Northwestern Utilities Gas Company. In 2008 Lil moved to Powell River to be near family. Lil was the first president of the Ponoka Kinette Club; she was active in curling, golf, and many community activities. One of her favorite places was the cottage at Ma-Me-O Beach where she spent many days from her teenage years to her senior years. The family would like to thank the care staff at Olive Devauld Care Facility in Powell River for providing such professional, respectful, and loving care to our mom over the past few years. A celebration of life will be held in Powell River at a later date.
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Annie and Mike raised six children: Connie (Edwin), Mary (Kris), Beth (Hugh), Murray, Margie, and Mark (Deborah). Annie will ever be loved and missed by her children, as well as her grandchildren: Kevin, Darren, Trish, Grant, Vicki, Nicola, Danica, Michael, Philip, Jane, and Angus; and her ten great grandchildren. She will also ever be loved by her sister, Peggie Gibbons; her sisters-in-law, Lorna Diggle and Aileen Polushin; in addition to many nieces, nephews and friends. Annie was predeceased by her parents; her beloved husband, Mike, and her brother, Harry.
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A Public Memorial Service in Annie’s Honour was held at the Rimbey Christian Reformed Church, Rimbey on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with the Reverend David Holmes of the Rimbey Anglican Church of the Epiphany officiating. Interment followed in the West Haven Cemetery, Rimbey. If friends desire, memorial tributes in Annie’s Memory may be made directly to the Anglican Church of the Epiphany ~ Memorial Fund, Box 199, Rimbey, Alberta T0C 2J0; or to the David Thompson Health Trust, c/o Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre, Box 440, Rimbey, Alberta T0C 2J0. Condolences to the Family may also be expressed by email to: special_reflections@telusplanet.net
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TELL it all! Tell it well! Make your ads sell for you by giving full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly ad taker.
Farm Work
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GARAGE SALE DIRECTORY
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Oilfield
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.
ATTENTION Experienced Hydrovac Operators Skocdopole Construction Ltd. Is now accepting resumes for experienced Hydrovac Operators. Valid Class 3 drivers license with air and Drivers abstract a must. Applicable oil field tickets would be an asset. Fax resumes to 403-947-2188 or e-mail to hr@skocdopole.com
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 LOCAL SERVICE CO. REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets. Fax resume w/drivers abstract to 403-886-4475 NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes @newcartcontracting.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets. NOW LOCATED IN DRAYTON VALLEY. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959.
Restaurant/ Hotel
JOURNEYMAN HD CVIP MECHANIC
We are currently seeking motivated hardworking personnel to join our busy oilfield trucking division. Top wages. Email or fax resumes to 403-782-0913 kelly@downtons.com SKILLED TRAINING = jobs in oil/gas/mining! High Velocity Equipment Training College trains on Rock Truck, Loader, Excavator and more. Ministry licensed, safety tickets, Employment Counsellor. 94.8% of grads employed at $70K/year. 1-866-963-4766.
SKOCDOPOLE Construction Ltd is now accepting resumes for
Experienced Horizontal Directional Drill Locators/Operators
All oilfield tickets, valid class 1 drivers license and drivers abstract a must .Experience on Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch models an asset. Position is available immediately. Top wages and incentives for the right candidates. Fax resumes to 403-947-2188 or e-mail to hr@skocdopole.com
TUNDRA PETROLEUM
is recruiting for a FIELD HAND/COIL TUBING OPERATOR Positions. The job involves working with Down Hole Capillary Tubing at well sites, driving truck, and shop/yard work. Preferred Requirements: Coiled Tubing Experience Class 1 with Air with clean drivers abstract. Crane & Hoist (Wellhead boom) Well Service BOP Current H2S, PST Tundra offers competitive salaries and works off of a industry leading job bonus structure. 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
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OPENING SOON IN PONOKA!
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WANTED CLASS 1A DRIVERS with winch experience
RIG MOVING EXPERIENCE A DEFINITE ASSET SO008915 Full Time Position primarily in the Kindersley, Saskatchewan area. We offer Competitive Wages, a Safe Work Environment and Employee Benefit Plan. TRAINING CERTIFICATES APPLICANTS NEED TO PROVIDE A Driver Abstract & Resume To be supplied. Wages Negotiated with Experience We will also provide training in-house. TO APPLY : GOOD TO GO TRUCKING – ATTENTION RON WILLS
FAX t OFFICE PHONE: (306) 463-1454 MAIL: P.O.Box 1855, Kindersley, SK S0L 1S0
“A Home Away From Home�
NOW HIRING FRONT DESK All shifts
Drop resume’s at Motel’s Front Desk Attn: Malcolm or Lavette or send to mpu2@hotmail.com
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ADVERTISING TRAFFIC COORDINATOR, Edmonton, Alberta. Community newspapers are thriving in a media environment where words like “community” and “hyper-local” are proving to be the keys to advertising success. 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. 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. Attention to detail, organizational skills, problem solving, teamwork and personable disposition are necessary for the successful candidate. Please submit your resume, references and salary expectations by email: info@awna.com or fax 780-430-5380. No phone calls please. This position is available immediately. Please visit our website for more information at www.awna.com
Trades
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DO YOU LIKE WORKING with animals? Do you want to be part of a successful team? Red Willow Pork Farm is now accepting applications for SWINE TECHNICIANS, offering competitive wages, a very good health plan, quarterly bonuses and quarterly free pork incentive. Fax resume with references to 403-574-2334 or email rwp@xplornet.com EXPERIENCED repair person req’d for local truck company. Work involves all aspects of heavy truck and trailer repair and dismanteling. Must be physically fit. HD Mechanic or equivelant experience We offer competitive wages, benefits weekends off. Fax resume to 1-855-784-2330 or call FILLED! F/T SATELLITE INSTALLERS - Good hours, home every night, $4000-$6000/mo. Contractor must have truck or van. Tools, supplies & ladders required. Training provided, no experience needed. Apply to: satjobs@shaw.ca 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.
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Trades
GPRC is now hiring Instructors for the following positions: Steamfitter/ Pipefitter (Fairview Campus); Welding Instructor (Fairview Campus); Power Engineering Instructor (Fairview/Grande Prairie Campus). No teaching experience? No problem because we train you to become an Instructor! For more information on these positions visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca/careers NEEDED. Heavy Equipment Technicians & Maintenance personnel for expanding pipeline company in Olds, Alberta for work in shop and jobsites throughout Western Canada. Fax resume to 403-556-7582 or email: pdunn @parklandpipeline.com Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds
Sales & Distributors
Trades
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Trades
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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. Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial Painters, Electrical Technicians; and Labourers. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward resume to hr@ petrofield.com or Fax 403 742-5544
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WATER WELL DRILLING COMPANY IN BENTLEY REQ’S EXPERIENCED
Wetaskiwin
The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!
• Product Advisor
with class 3, air. All safety tickets required. Meal and Accommodation provided when out of town. Fax resume with drivers abstract: 403-748-3015
Truckers/ Drivers
860
TRUCK DRIVER w/ Class 3 & air endorsements. Send resume & clean driver’s abstract to: mpcanpak@xplornet.com
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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 850
JOURNEYMAN AUTO TECHNICIAN TO START IMMEDIATELY
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TOYOTA City
WATER WELL DRILLERS HELPER
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wanting to earn extra cash for the summer?
Trades
Sales & Distributors
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
BASHAW SPORTS CENTRE Location: Bashaw, Alberta Has an opening for a Full Time employee in a high volume Sporting Goods Store. Bashaw Sports is looking for a person with: ✓ Excellent customer service skills ✓ Retail Sales Experience ✓ Valid Firearms License ✓ Good working knowledge of firearms, ammunition and general sporting good items. We offer competitive hourly compensation, flexible hours, and good working conditions.
Please fax your resume in confidence to: Bashaw Sports @ 780 372-4447 We appreciate all who take the time to apply and thank you for your application, but only those being considered for an interview will be notified.
Trades
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WILL’S WELDING 6506-44 Ave Ponoka Industrial Park
Trades
850 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
Fax resume: 780-372-4238 Email: hr@abpipeliners.com
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
Box 6004, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2E8 Fax: (780)352-0896 or email: tyler@centraloilfield.ca
LUBE BAY MANAGER PONOKA LOCATION
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. 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
403-783-3733 Is looking for ND
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
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2 OR 3RD YEAR APPRENTICES or JOURNEYMEN WELDERS 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
is looking for a
Qualified 3rd Year or Journeyman Automotive Technician
Due to an increase in volume we require another technician to add to our team. You will work in a high pace work environment with up-to-date equipment, training, high volume of quality work and flexible team. We offer above average wages and benefits package with matching RRSP plan in place. Reply in confidence by email: cpateman@ponokachrysler.com Or fax: Attn: Craig Pateman Service Manager 403-783-8140
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AG EQUIPMENT Darcy Zimmer - Sales North of Hwy 53 Phone: 403-588-8420 Ferdinand Harkema - Sales South of Hwy 53 Cell: 403-785-7149 Rick Cline - Store/Sales Manager Cell: 403-588-1957
PONOKA JOHN DEERE SALES & SERVICE
24 Hour Emergency Call 403-783-3337 Home Page: www.agroequipment.com
Hwy. 53 Ponoka Toll Free 877-783-3338 Ph. 403-783-3337 E-Mail: admin-ponoka@agroequipment.com
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General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593 Bus: (403) 843-3700
Rimbey, AB
Fax: (403) 843-3430
ANIMAL SERVICES
Service/Installation Technician Opportunity: Join our team in Ponoka immediately and experience long term employment with a growing company with opportunity for growth and advancement in the Agriculture sector.
Rewards: Dependent on experience. We do carry Group Health Plans and Group RRSP
AUTO SALES
BUYERS
Applications: Please fax your resume to 403-328-2759 or email to nancyv@chinookdairy.com or warrenwinkelaar@hotmail.com Chinook Dairy Service Ltd. 4508 65 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 P (403) 783-2577
403-783-8008 Phone 783-8008 BUY - SELL - CONSIGN 5704 - Hwy 2A North, Ponoka, AB T4J 1M1
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
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
Journeyman Technician
RANDY MOHL
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
BOBCAT SERVICES
• 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
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WANTED
Full Training provided Newer vehicle required Ponoka, Rimbey & Wetaskiwin areas STREET WISE DRIVING SCHOOL
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
PILOT TRUCK DRIVER 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. 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.
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Duties: This is a full time, permanent position based in Ponoka, AB. The successful applicant will join our service team in providing service of dairy equipment throughout Central Alberta. Qualifications: We will provide on the job training along with industry and product specific training in an on-going basis. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and computer systems will be an asset, but not required.
Truckers/ Drivers
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS
403-783-8030
Rimbey Implements Ltd.
Al York
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC WORKS OPERATOR II The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for a permanent full-time Operator II (Public Works). Duties and responsibilities of this position include: • Operate and maintain a wide variety of moderately heavy mobile public works equipment engaged in construction and maintenance of roads, water and sewer systems and waste management activities. • Operate and maintain a wide variety of small mobile equipment. • Clean and maintain facilities to an acceptable public use standard. • Perform routine building maintenance duties. • Work effectively with the public. The ability to work flexible hours and in varied weather conditions is necessary. A valid Class 3 Operators License with air brake endorsement is required. The successful candidate will also be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract. To obtain a copy of the position description, please contact Mike Lewis, Director of Operations and Property Services at 403-783-0146. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to: 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
Truckers/ Drivers
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC WORKS OPERATOR I TEMPORARY The Town of Ponoka is currently seeking applications for an Operator I (Public Works) – temporary.
Duties and responsibilities of this position include: Operate and perform routine maintenance on light mobile equipment engaged in Public Works. Clean and maintain facilities to an acceptable public use standard. Perform routine building maintenance duties. Work effectively with the public. The ability to work flexible hours and in varied weather conditions is necessary. A valid Class 3 Operators License with air brake endorsement is required. The successful candidate will also be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract. To obtain a copy of the position description, please contact Mike Lewis, Director of Operations and Property Services at 403-783-0146. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are asked to submit their resumes to: 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
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Truckers/ Drivers
860 Arnett & Burgess is now accepting applications for the following:
CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER
Clean abstract. Must have experience moving heavy equipment that is related to pipeline construction. Benefits available. Please fax resumes to 780-372-4238 Or email to: hr@abpipeliners.com
• Class 1 Truck Drivers With heavy equipment & gravel hauling experience.
• Experienced Heavy Equipment Operators
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880 LABOURERS
for local excavation company in Lacombe & area, offering competitive wages and benefits. Valid driver’s license required and must be over 16 years of age. This position will include work on physically demanding job sites and extended hours. Only those who are able to meet these prerequisite’s need apply. Submit resume: Email: lloyd@dbbobcat.com or Fax: 403.782.7786
TOYOTA City
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.
Please forward your resume by Fax: (780)352-0896 or email: tkobsar@centraloilfield.ca
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DANDY DANDY PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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 Misc. Help
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Hamilton’s requires a
• PARTS PERSON
PART TIME GROCERY CLERK
• SHEET METAL FABRICATOR • PANEL SHOP ELECTRICIAN
Full Benefit Package & Production Bonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern Working Environment.
12 hr/ wk. Successful candidate will be expected to run till, light stocking of shelves.
Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd.
Apply with resume to: Customer Service 4502 - 50 Street
Fax: 780-352-2249
Email: acdandy@acdandy.com
MIDWEST PROPANE is currently seeking
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Gasfitter
To operate in central Alberta. Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant Oilfield Safety Certificates required. Is looking to hire full time
AUTO DISMANTLERS To join our team
• 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
Please apply with resume to:
Midwest Propane Rimbey, AB. Call: 403 843-8430, Fax: 403 843-8460 or by email to: ken@midwestpropane.ca
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CLASS 1 drivers req’d for flat deck work. Steady year round work. Benefits, exc. wages and safety bonuses. Successful candidates must be hard working, must know your load securement and love driving as you will be traveling throughout BC, AB, SK & MB. Please fax resumes and drivers abstract to 1-855-784-2330 OPENINGS IN ALBERTA areas for Highway Maintenance Class 1 or 3 Operators. Full-time and part-time positions available. Fax resume to Carillion Canada at 780-449-0574 or email: mcroft@carillionalberta.ca. Positions to start Oct. 15, 2013. Please state what position you are interested in.
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Business Opportunities
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ATTENTION ALL NETWORK MARKETERS drink coffee - Lose weight - Make a fortune! Canadian launch. Get positioned now! Call Lori at 1-877-682-1391
Misc. Help
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Academic Express
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STA M P E D E
is now
HIRING
P/T and
F/T cashiers
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
Please drop
3, 5520 Hwy 2A (Across from Husky)
off resumes in
403-783-6875
person or fax
CONSTRUCTION
403-783-8273
ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
• • • •
Electrical Enclosure & Power Division (Experience Preferred)
Truckers/ Drivers
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 Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much! LARGE hog farm in Gatsby area is interested in hiring students to help out with extra jobs this summer. May lead to a permanent arrangement. If you are able to follow instructions well, like being around animals and want to be part of a successful team please contact us at 403-574-2331 or rwp@xplornet.com
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CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS
CASH DAILY FOR OUTDOOR WORK! Guys ‘n Gals 16 years and up! No experience necessary; www.PropertyStarsJobs.com NOW 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
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SALES & SERVICE
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
TOYOTA City
Wetaskiwin
The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!
• Assistant Service Manager • Service Receptionist Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package and excellent pay plan. We’re waiting to hear from you!
HEAVY CONSTRUCTION Our goal is to be a service to you.
R.R. #2 R.R.ton, #2 AB Bluff TOCton, OMO Bluff AB
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Please submit your resume to:
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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
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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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4037835225 • 4037835235 5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5
DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARR DR. JEFF BARR • DR. GREG EDWARDS - General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations “WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTSâ€?
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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
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8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM
• Residential • Commercial • Agricultural OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY Ph: 587-786-3142 780-352-4301 Email: dmarkevich@wetaskiwinrm.com
ALMITA IS GROWING – GROW WITH US! Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to utilize your skills in a modern and innovative company? Almita Piling is looking for highly organized and effective Administrative Professionals and Class 1 QualiďŹ ed Laborers to join our team. Project Administrator Customer Order Administrator Class 1 Qualified Field Laborers
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References Available.
Legal Services
1260
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
1290
A Population Explosion
1290
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.
Personal Services
1315
Personal Services
1315
Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face. We care. For conďŹ dential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.)
MYSTICAL VISIONS. PALM. TAROT PSYCHIC 35 yrs experience across Canada. Love, Work, Money, etc. GUARANTEED RESULTS. MysticalVisions@hotmail.ca ca Call. 403 304-8235
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+).
Misc. Services
Misc. Services
1290
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Attention: Farmers We can deal with your refrigeration problems quickly, efficiently and reasonably
Berni's . . . at your house? It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon hostess.
Refrigeration and Appliance Service
783-4880 1410
Welding
1410
Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features & unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca
Winch Truck Drivers
“Committed to your comfort�
Ph: 403-782-7722 Fax: 403-782-7499
Need help with house cleaning, spring cleaning or just weekly keep-up. LET ME HELP! Ph: 403-913-5548
Misc. Services
Canada’s Leader in the Design, Manufacturing & Installation of Screw Piles
HEATING
Robin Esau
1070
She will bring congratulations and gifts for the family Welding and the NEW BABY!
CONCRETE SERVICES
WETASKIWIN READY MIX
Cleaning
For full job details, please see our website www.almita.com/careers. To apply, please send a current resume to resumes@almita.com or call 403-704-2640 for more info.
Employment Training
MÉTIS YOUTH SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAM SO008392
If you’re a MÊtis youth between 15 – 30 years old, and going back to school this fall, MÊtis Training to Employment Services can give you the assistance you need to land that summer job where you can gain employable skills and the pay cheque you deserve.
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
MAIN: (403) 783-7591
IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles and industrial. Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346
Well Drilling
900
• B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING • SHOP/PORTABLE • CNC PLASMA CUTTING • ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING
1400
FAX: (403) 783-8178 Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net
Well Drilling
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Well Drilling
1400
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Personal Services
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TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca.
Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair 24hr Emergency Service 3912 - 66 St Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 www.wcmltd.ca
Ph: 403.783.3501 Fax: 403.783.3531 wcmltd@telus.net
ROOFING & SIDING
Pet Services
1318
CLINKERS KENNELS
Yard Care
1430
Auctions
Arnold’s Lawn Care Spring Cleanup Grass Cutting Hedge Trimming Pruning
Reasonable Rates
403.783.6060
* Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required 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.
Phone/Fax
403-782-4771
403-783-6272
www.clinkerskennels.ca
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
Cellular
403-350-6571
Sterling Smith
Auctions
CONCRETE Rental Misc
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
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NO ANTIQUE SALES FOR THE SUMMER
8’ X 10’ mini storage units available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound. Call Keith at
403-782-5693 Check website for full listing
783-3636
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BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm. Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A
Need RV or Self Storage?
First Call Towing
This space could be yours for $
1530
Auctions
www.bigstrapperauctions.net
UNRESERVED COLLECTOR TRACTOR, VEHICLE, ANTIQUE & EQUIPMENT AUCTION. Sat., June 22, 9 a.m., Redwater, Alberta. 1 mile east & 2 1/2 north. Approximately 90 old tractors; 6 cross motor tractors; vehicles, signage, full house. View full listings online www.prodaniukauctions.
1530
Auction Sale for Helen Doering & the Estate of Gary Doering,
Saturday June 22/13 Time 10 a.m. Location: 1.5 miles east of the Olds overpass on Hwy 27 Watch for signs. Collector car: 1955 T-bird convertible, (great condition, running with soft & hard tops), Collectibles, Gramophone, Long box phone, Oil lamps, China, Glassware, Ornate furniture-harvest table, dressers, wardrobe, washstand, Guitars, Banjos, Windmill w/ dempster horse counter weight, Leblond regal lathe (19�-6 ft. bed & 5 ft. working), Storage trailers, Household items, Shop items, Hand & power tools, Yard & Garden items, Just too much to mention. Check the web for full listing & pictures‌ Sale is subject to additions and deletions.. 5% admin fee applies. Lunch available. See U all out at the sale.. Dress for the weather PILGRIM AUCTION SERVICE 403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca
NEWSPAPER ROLL ENDS 50¢ PER POUND
Great For covering Tables, Art Work, Clean Packing Paper, Painting, Playschool, Banners, and Lots More.
VARIETY OF SIZES SASK LIVE AUCTIONS July 13, 2013. 1 p.m. - year round home Turtle Lake. 4 p.m. - year round home Murray Lake. 7 p.m. - lakeview cabin Jackfish Lake. Kramer Auctions Ltd., 306-445-5000; www.kramerauctions.com.
Building Supplies
1550
LOOKING FOR A SHOP? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan.afab@gmail.com
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PLUMBING SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD. JAMES AVERY “Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needsâ€? 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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JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489
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1530
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Firewood
1660
LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Garden Supplies
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
Misc. for Sale
1760
EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON
Travel Packages
1900
GRIZZLY BEAR TOUR. Experience a one day fly and cruise west coast grizzly adventure to Khutzeymateen, BC this July. Calgary and Edmonton departures. 1-866-460-1415; www. classiccanadiantours.com
Wanted To Buy
1930
TAMARACK
Lil Mule Logging Inc. is now buying standing Tamarack. Minimum 10 acres. 403-318-4346
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Livestock
9 BULLS For Sale
Black Angus Registered Yearlings Ph Jim (780)
387-6050
(780)
352-5064
or Bert ANGUS BULLS. Large selection of 2 year olds and yearlings. Performance info available, fully guaranteed. Please call 403-742-4226. You can sell your guitar for a song... or put it in CLASSIFIEDS and we’ll sell it for you!
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 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 Celebrate your life with a Classified ANNOUNCEMENT
Grain, Feed Hay
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Tractors
2030
1997 CASE TRACTOR MX-120. Front wheel assist, power shift, shuttle shift. Excellent condition, all updates including tires. Winter housed heated garage. $49,000. OBO. Call 780-524-3029.
Livestock
2100
Red Poll Bulls Yearlings & Two year olds Semen tested
403-783-5951
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
Houses/ Duplexes
Houses/ Duplexes
2100 For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
3 BEDROOM DUPLEX 4 appliances N/P, N/S
403-704-7060 2 BDRM HOUSE DOWNTOWN Fenced yard, N/S, N/P $800/mo + DD & utilities Available July 1 403-783-6397 Leave Message PONOKA, 3 bdrm., 1/2 duplex, 4 appliances, no pets. Rent / DD $900. **RENTED**
3020
PONOKA: Close to downtown, 1 bdrm., 1 bath, fully furnished house, 5 appls., double garage, N/S, no pets. $800 rent/dd + utilities. Avail. immed. 403-783-4993
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
3050
2 bdrm in 4-plex with shared laundry N/S, N/P $800/mo incl. utilities $800 DD
403-704-3349 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
3060
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
Cottage/ Seasonal
3070
2 RECREATIONAL
PROPERTIES IN B.C. Each sleep 15 people. 1st (shown above) is on Norbury Lake near Ft. Steele 2nd is on Mountain-Side Golf Course in Fairmont. 403-340-8838
3020
GREIG HOLDINGS INC. PROPERTIES FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL 2 bdrm apartment in Lancaster c/w fridge, stove, $700/mo plus power. Available Immediately. 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
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Houses For Sale
A HALF DUPLEX HOME located @ 4624-46A Ave. Close, Sylvan Lake, AB. The 980 sq. ft. main flr. living rm, dinette, kitchen w/oak cabinetry, 1 avrg size bdrm., a master bdrm. & 4 piece main bath. Recent updates incl. 3 windows, appls, roof, toilet & flooring. Full height concrete bsmt. is partly dev. w/family rm, spare rm, mechanical rm, & 1 complete bdrm. & 3 piece bath. 1-403-887-2693
Financial #4400 - #4430 Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
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Condos/ Townhouses HOME FOR SALE IN ALIX. 4927 55 street. Built in 2007, 1345 square feet. Finished basement. Fully landscaped and fenced yard. Very low maintenance! Asking $367,500. For more information please call 403-740-6979.
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. Looking for a place to live? Take a tour through the CLASSIFIEDS
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Money To Loan
4430
AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS
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4040
Brand new Victoria condos from a trusted developer 12345
Manufactured Homes
4090
GRANDVIEW MODULAR Red Deer - Official Grand Opening! Over $300,000 in savings opportunities. Celebrate with us Saturday, July 6 at 7925B - 50 Ave., Red Deer. 1-855-347-0417; www.grandviewmodular.com NEW & PREOWNED Modular homes for immediate delivery! Take advantage of our Moduline Showhome sell off and receive a $1500 gift card. Offerextended until June 30! www.craigshomesales.com or call 1-855-380-2266 ONE ONLY! 2011 SRI - deluxe ensuite 20’ X 76’ (1520 s.f.), 3 bedroom/2 bath. Liquidating at invoice! Save $12,000. Call now - won’t last! www.dynamicmodular.ca; 1-877-341-4422. OUR BEST SELLING Anchorage plan is only $129,900! 20’ X 76’ with arctic insulation package, oval soaker tub & stainless steel appliances. July delivery still available; www.jandelhomes.com.
Cottages/Resort Property
4130
ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE of Edmonton. All fully serviced lake lots reduced by 25% until July 31, 2013. Suitable for RV/cabin/house or investment. Unserviced lots available for lease. Call 1-800-623-3990; www.elinorlakeresort.com.
Lots For Sale
4160
15 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS, Vulcan, Alberta. Ritchie Bros Auctioneers. Selling by Unreserved Auction, July 18 from Lethbridge. 25 Bareland Condo Units as 8 lots + 7 single lots. Simon Wallan 780-831-8529; Greg Cripps - Re/Max 403-391-2648; rbauction.com/realestate
Mortgages Bought/Sold
4190
BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, Houses foreclosures, renovations. For Sale Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: HOUSE to be moved NW www.albertalending.ca. of Ponoka, 1 1/2 storey, 587-437-8437, built in 1953, steel roof Belmor Mortgage 403-783-2484
4020
Money To Loan
4020
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Manufactured Homes
4090
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Public Notices
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
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
Transportation #5000-5300
Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300
Motorhomes
5100
2007 SEABREEZE 34’, gas, 2 slides, 38,000 kms, very clean, very good cond., $69,900 403-843-6077
Tires, Parts Acces.
5180
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.
6010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of HARALD EUGEN SCHRAG, also known as HAROLD EUGEN SCHRAG who died on January 6, 2012
If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by July 29, 2013 with Nancy A. Bergstrom at Chapman Riebeek LLP, 300, 4808 Ross Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1X5 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
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After approximately three months of construction, the trail seven boardwalk is complete; giving easy access to part of the JJ Collett Natural Area that’s almost been cut off since 2008. Photo by Amelia Naismith
Boardwalk protects wetlands By Amelia Naismith JJ Collett Natural Area recently finished a new boardwalk, giving access to a section of the trails that, due to flooded lowlands, hasn’t been easily accessible since 2008. Society vice-president Roger Stawart says now people can easily get to the northwestern part of trail seven without damaging the environment. “It’s a pretty valuable ecosystem and we didn’t want it trampled.” The area is covered with standing water year round and grows several types of trees, flowers and a herb called horse tail; which dates back to prehistoric times where they grew the to the size of modern day trees. Construction of the boardwalk began in March when the screw pilings were put in and erection of the actual structure started early May. Stawart says the project wasn’t always easy because of Alberta’s weather and it was president Jack Surbey who make it possible.
“He conducted us all the way through the job. We would not have done this without Jack Surbey.” At times the wood materials had to be pulled through a foot of standing water just to get to the construction site; once Surbey took his truck in there and almost couldn’t get it out again. The construction workers, many of whom were volunteers, were sometimes working in knee-deep water and hip-waders. “It’s really a completion of trail 7,” said Stawart, referring to the northwestern part of the trail. He feels trail 7, and several other parts of the natural area have something special to offer, especially with their sand dune topography. “Sand dune topography is really topography . . . left over from the ice age.” Later in the summer JJ Collett Natural Area members are planning to have a grand opening for the boardwalk.
Public Notice #6000
Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
Email: darcysdrillingservices@hotmail.com
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Public Notices
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS ESTATE OF ALLAN GERALD McLAREN who died on May 26, 2013
If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by JULY 25, 2013 with
Box 4546 5034 - 49th Ave. Ponoka, AB T4J 1S1 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
This year Encana, represented by Don Letwinetz, (right)donated $6,000 to the JJ Collett Natural Area to keep the science education program running. Accepting the cheque is society president Jack Surbey. During presentation day, June 12, a Grade 6 science class from Blackfalds was visiting the area. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013
OPEN 10 AM - 11 PM 7 Days A Week
Hammy’s SPIRITS 14 DAY SPECIALS!
14 DAY SPECIALS!
CAROLANS FINEST IRISH CREAM
J & B RARE SCOTCH
1.14L
25.49 EACH
$
750 ml.
22.99 EACH
$
BREWHOUSE PILSENER OR BREWHOUSE LIGHT
APOTHIC RED
12.49 EACH
$
PALM BAY ASSORTED FLAVOURS 355 ml. 6 pk. cans
8
$ .99
750 ml.
10.99 EACH
$
355 ml. 12 pk. can
MIKE’S HARD LEMONADE ASSORTED FLAVOURS
EACH
330 ml. 4 pk. bottles
CAPTAIN MORGAN SILVER SPICED RUM 750 ml.
19
$
.99
EACH
BAREFOOT ASSORTED VARIETIES 750 ml.
2 FOR 15 $
.00
OR
7
$ .99
$ .00 2 FOR 15 $ .99 OR 7 EACH
EACH
**OFFICIAL BRANDS OF THE PONOKA STAMPEDE** *ALBERTA PREMIUM WHISKY
*ALBERTA PURE VODKA
.99
1.14L
17.99 EACH $ 26.99 EACH $
750 m.
17 EACH $ 26.99 EACH $
*BUDWEISER 355 ml. 15 pk. can
23.99 EACH
$
750 ml.
Bay #5, 4502 - 50th St. • 403-783-2333
1.14L
Prices in effect Wednesday, June 19 to Tuesday July 2, 2013 Prices do not include GST or deposit. We reserve the right to limit quantities