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Scrooge steals Christmas toys, gifts FCSS hamper lifted from Stettler Wal-Mart LISA JOY Independent reporter
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LIGHTING UP THE TOWN — A Stettler staple, the Christmas tree on main street, was lit Friday night during the Moonlight Madness activities downtown and the 16th annual Festival of Lights Stettler hospital fundraiser. For more photos and a story from the Christmas-themed festival, see pages A6 and A7.
The Grinch won’t steal Christmas for needy children, if Stettler and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) has its way. Last week, culprits stole a donation box full of toys, which was inside Stettler Wal-Mart. Sgt. Duncan Babchuk of the Stettler RCMP said the incident was reported last Thursday and is believed to have occurred last week between Tuesday and Friday. RCMP are waiting on video surveillance at Wal-Mart to help identify the person(s) responsible. “We’re hoping something comes out of that,” Sgt. Babchuk said. Theft of food or gifts from hampers is a regular occurrence in many communities, he said. “It’s unfortunate. It’s a charitable organization and it is an important time of year for the hamper society.” “It is disheartening,” said Janelle Robinson, president of Stettler Christmas Hamper Society, which has operated in town for 33 years and has never had any thefts. “We got Scrooged.” But, Robinson said, FCSS doesn’t want the theft to deter people from donating. The hamper society has spoken with the managers of the stores where all the other hampers are located and security has been increased at all locations. “They are keeping a better eye on them,” Robinson said. Donations of items can be made until Dec. 19 at Canadian Tire, Peavey Mart, Dairy Queen, FCSS office, Party Maxx, Wal-Mart and Savage Value Drug Mart. Monetary donations, to enable the FCSS hamper society to purchase specific items, can be made at the FCSS office and Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson. The FCSS lacks items for teenagers, such as hoodies, clothes and personal hygiene products. The group is also in need of toys and cold-weather clothing for all ages. “We make sure they have gifts and that they have clothes to do them for the year, and enough food so they can have a wonderful holiday,” Robinson said. Continued on Page A10
Wild winter weather takes Stettler by storm ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter
Stettler and the rest of Alberta were hit with another premature snowstorm Monday and Tuesday. The Weather Network warned that 20-plus centimetres of snow was reported in the Stettler area and that blizzard conditions persisted Tuesday. Calgary and Edmonton received 10 to 15 centimetres, while Red Deer got at least 20 in an early winter blast. Sgt. Duncan Babchuk of the Stettler RCMP said Tuesday that road conditions are treacherous and that most school buses weren’t running. William E. Hay Composite High School principal Norbert Baharally said the buses don’t run in temperatures of -40 degrees, with the windchill. If that’s the case overnight, buses might not run for the next few days. Vice-principal Kate Syson estimated that 100 students managed to make it to the high school, out of 530. Sgt. Babchuk also reported that there have been minor fender-benders, and the RCMP responded to a car that
hit a power pole on Range Road 17-5. The driver didn’t stay with his vehicle, but he was later located and found to be OK, Sgt. Babchuk said. “People aren’t getting out here. We haven’t had as much traffic reported as we normally do.” Police advise residents to make sure their vehicles are in good condition and to carry an emergency kit. “A T-shirt and light jacket are not adequate for these weather conditions,” said Sgt. Babchuk, who added that if anyone gets stuck in snow, they might be there for awhile, so dress warmly. The Town of Stettler said on its Facebook page Tuesday that it hoped to have “Priority 1 streets” cleared that day. That area includes 46, 57, and 71 streets, among others, as well as 44, 47, and 50 avenues. The downtown area was scheduled to be cleared as early as this morning. The town’s bulletin also said that it can take up to about two weeks to clear the streets of snow. The snowfall is expected to diminish the rest of the week, though temperatures are slated to remain between -25 and -31, with the windchill.
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT ARTS AND CULTURE BOOK REVIEW
Guide for canoeists goes with the flow in Alberta badlands Alberta has long been known for the outdoors, and now if anyone was ever thinking of embarking on a canoe trip, consider taking the incredibly thorough “Prairie Paddling: Discovering Alberta’s Badlands by Canoe” as a guide. The book, by Arie Vandervelden, covers the best places to canoe in the Alberta badlands. Not only does it give lengthy descriptions of what exactly people can expect on each canoeing route, but it’s also peppered with personal stories, canoeing tips and historical anecdotes. I’m serious when I say that this is the only guide an Alberta canoeist will ever need. Vandervelden has included all the information you could possibly require during a canoe trip: each section includes maps and information on what travellers are likely to encounter, and most include websites or phone numbers for the local campgrounds. It was obvious that an incredible amount of research went into the book, and canoeing enthusiasts will likely be excited by the release of the book. I, for one, learned that the proper term for people who canoe is “canoeists” and not “canoers.” I also now have the urge to go out and canoe, despite the fact that I haven’t been canoeing for eight years. Vandervelden has an accessible and conversational style, which is good for people like me who aren’t great at following written guides. But he also doesn’t make it so simple so as to be condescending. He’s like a friendly guide sitting beside the reader, giving helpful hints, encouragement and personal stories for entertainment. Easily my favourite parts of the book were the historical anecdotes. Alberta is rich with history that doesn’t get mentioned that often, so I liked the idea of promoting it. My favourite historical anecdote was the section on Happy Jack, the solitary, drunk cowboy who hated Nellie McClung and would use a gun inside his house. There are some issues with punctuation, but nothing major, and sometimes the level of detail gets monotonous, but overall the book is a solid, thorough guide to everything one would want to know about Prairie paddling. — Robin Tarnowetzki, Stettler Independent
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Prairie paddling worth chronicling for Stettler native and her husband ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter
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Stettler native Diana (Dennis) Vandervelden and her husband, Arie Vandervelden, love canoeing in the badlands. They love it so much that Arie decided to write a definitive guide to canoeing pretty much anywhere on Alberta’s Prairie rivers. In an email interview with the Stettler Independent, the Vanderveldens — now living in the Netherlands — discuss their favourite trips, a scary situation, and how Arie decided to propose to Diana. SI: Diana, did you grow up in Stettler? Diana: I was and born and raised in Stettler. I left to attend the University of Alberta after high school. My first experience with canoeing was at Bar Harbour Camp at Buffalo Lake. I think I was probably 9 or 10 at the time. It was fun, but I think we spent more time getting each other wet than paddling. I did do more canoeing years later in high school on a three-day trip down the Red Deer River. I was more serious on that trip, as we had to paddle so many clicks down the river to the next camping spot. Growing up in Stettler instilled in me a love of wideopen spaces and the Prairie country. I have travelled the world, but I can honestly say that going out canoeing on the Red Deer River is one of my favourite things to do! SI: How long have you been in the Netherlands? Arie: We have been here for a year now, getting some experience working abroad. So we missed the big flood of 2013! We’re back to the planning stage, looking at maps, air photos, and trip reports. We’re currently planning our next canoe runs! We hope to be back in a year or two. SI: How did the two of you meet? Arie: We met at a party. A friend of ours had rented a swimming pool. There were no canoes involved! SI: How long have you two been canoeing together? Arie: Shortly after we met we went on our first canoe run together. We had an incredible time. The season was coming to an end, and we couldn’t wait for the next season to begin! Diana: Shortly after Arie and I met in 2006, we went on our first canoe trip together. Arie re-introduced me to canoeing after a long absence. I had forgotten how beautiful it is out on the river and the sense of connecting to nature. It is such a wonderful feeling! It certainly wooed me, as a year later we were engaged.
SI: What was the best canoe trip you went on? Arie: We got engaged while camping along the Red Deer River, on the first day of a four-day trip. It was very romantic! We also spent part of our honeymoon canoeing on the Red Deer (River). SI: What were you planning to do if Diana said no when you proposed? Arie: I thought my odds were pretty good that she would say yes! SI: What was your favourite moment on one of your trips? Arie: A nice, hot summer day, no wind, and perfect reflections of the badlands in the water. Just floating along, watching the scenery go by. It doesn’t get much better than that. SI: What was your least favourite? Arie: While researching the book, we pushed through the mid-summer mosquito season. A few times, we got eaten alive. Avoiding mosquitoes is a key to an enjoyable trip. Our book has lots more tips to increase your chances of an enjoyable trip. SI: Can you think of any time when you were unprepared for a situation you faced? Arie: For the most part, Prairie canoeing is easy and relaxing. However, we have encountered some wicked prairie storms. We got caught in the storm of Aug. 1, 2009, while camping on a sandbar in the middle of the river in a remote area. The same storm ... caused the stage collapse at (the) Big Valley (Jamboree). It was absolutely terrifying! We relate the story in the book (Page 26). SI: Arie, what made you want to write this book? Arie: I’ve been thinking of doing this for years. There are plenty of guidebooks for the mountains, but very few for the Prairies. This is undeserved because the Prairie river valleys are absolutely beautiful. If more people appreciate the recreational opportunities and superb scenery, then there’s a better chance that the next generation will be able to enjoy them as much as we do. For more information about “Prairie Paddling,” readers can visit badlandspublishing.com. Books are available for sale at the Stettler Regional Board of Trade and Community Development office in Stettler. reporter@stettlerindependent.com
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Hotel on Nov. 12, and the Fas Gas in September and October. The brothers were apprehended Nov. 14 at about 10 p.m. in a room at a Stettler motel. Const. Clayton Delowski of the Stettler RCMP said the robberies appear to be drug-related. Chase Donovan, who is accused of robbing the Fas Gas on Sept. 30, escaped with about $3,000 in cash and lottery tickets, the court heard. He’s also charged with the Oct. 11 robbery at Fas Gas and the Nov. 12 robbery at Royal Hotel, where about $200 was stolen. He faces seven charges — two counts of theft under $5,000, robbery with a firearm,
three counts of disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence, and assault. Cruise Donovan is charged in connection with the Oct. 11 and Nov. 12 robberies. He faces two counts of robbery, two counts of disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence, and aggravated assault. The brothers were arrested on an outstanding warrant from Drumheller on charges of armed robbery at the Mac’s store on Nov. 6. There was also an outstanding warrant in Edmonton for Cruise Donovan for urinating/defecating in public. reporter1@stettlerindependent.com
Man fined, loses driver’s licence for hitting another man with van LISA JOY Independent reporter A man angry over a $50 debt owed to him lost his driver’s licence for a year after taking a run in his van at the debtor. Perry Woodrow Smith, 41, pleaded guilty in Stettler provincial court last Thursday to dangerous driving for an April 27 incident near a store in Mirror. Crown prosecutor Murray MacPherson told the court that
Smith had agreed to meet the man he claimed owed him money and became enraged when he was only given $50 of $100 owed him. The man, after giving Smith $50, walked away, heard Smith start up his van and “bear down on him,” striking his elbow with the mirror of the van. MacPherson said Smith didn’t intend to hurt the man and only wanted to “scare him.” MacPherson read out Smith’s criminal record, which included four years in prison for robbery and weapons offences, as well as 12
months for assault. Smith’s defence admitted his client has “somewhat of a checkered past,” and said that, in this incident, there were no injuries and his client “shows some remorse.” Judge D. Plosz told Smith that taking a run at someone in a vehicle isn’t the way to solve problems. “What you did was potentially dangerous. A motor vehicle can be a weapon.” Smith was also fined $1,000. reporter1@stettlerindependent.com
Court briefs LISA JOY Independent reporter Among those who appeared in Stettler provincial court last week: • William Robert Kullman, pleaded not guilty to failing to comply with an undertaking, and reappears in Stettler provincial court Jan. 9 to set a trial. He also has matters to answer to in Red Deer provincial court Dec. 13. • Darby Hugh O’Neill, charged with break and enter and theft over $5,000, will appear in court Jan. 9 for election and plea. • Geoffrey W. Sinasac is expected back in court Dec. 12 to enter a plea to charges of driving while over .08. • Robert Glenn Wocknitz will be back in court Dec. 12 to enter a plea to an indictable charge of break and enter. • Jeffrey Allen Harpell appeared via CCT from the Calgary Remand
Centre on numerous charges, including possession of stolen property, uttering forged documents, public mischief, two counts of fail to attend court, and two counts of failing to comply with conditions. He also has criminal matters stemming out of Medicine Hat and Hanna. He was released on $5,000 no-cash deposit bail and will reside in Grand Prairie and is slated to appear in Medicine Hat court Dec. 9. • Mark William Gole pleaded not guilty to driving while over .08 and a trial was set for March 27 in Stettler circuit court. • Joseph William Dugas, charged with driving while over .08 and impaired driving, was ordered to appear in court Dec. 12 to enter a plea. • Douglas Neil Humphrey, charged with assault, reappears Dec. 12 in court to enter a plea. • Michael W. White, charged with two counts of failing to comply with conditions, will enter a plea Dec. 12.
• Robert James Fleming, facing nine charges. including two counts of unlawful harassment, two counts of intimidation, threat of injury, breach of probation, failing to comply, mischief, and fail to wear a seatbelt, is slated to reappear Dec. 12 to enter a plea and election. • Elizabeth Joan Severin was fined $230 for driving an unregistered vehicle and $136 for speeding. • Randy Lee Schofer was fined $115 for careless driving for falling asleep at the wheel and hit the ditch. • Jeremy C. Groening, charged with two counts of assault and two counts of uttering threats, was released on his own recognizance and a trial was set for March 27. • David Nelson Byrt pleaded not guilty to possession of a controlled substance and a trial was scheduled for April 8. • Mackenzie Schell was fined $115 for transporting open liquor.
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‘This is Third World politics at its finest’ Dear Editor: In a letter to the editor (Allegations ‘a drive-by smear,’ Stettler Independent, Nov. 20), former MLA Jack Hayden suggests taxpayers in the province should wink, or perhaps benignly smile, when we learn about county or municipal employees who, while at work, use their taxpayerfunded time and the resources of local government to engage in activities on behalf of a political party. Mr. Hayden further suggests that to inquire about such behavior is a “witch hunt,” and that bad judgment by local officials in that regard should be overlooked because who “hasn’t taken a personal call or sent a personal email or text during working hours?” Mr. Hayden fails to mention that it was not a single phone call or text message that was
talked about in the newspaper column about which he is now critical (‘This is corruption’ in County of Stettler, Derek Fildebrandt, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Stettler Independent, Nov. 13). Nor is it a single email or text message being discussed when it is suggested that the serious nature of the situation merits an inquiry. There are more than 100 pages of emails in question, and Mr. Hayden himself was cc’d on repeatedly, indicating that he knew partisan political activities were being co-ordinated and/or facilitated from within the county office. Surely, Mr. Hayden doesn’t object to the rights of taxpayers to know what’s been going on. And surely he recognizes that if county officials won’t be forthcoming, a formal Freedom of Information request is appropriate.
Mr. Hayden also overlooks mentioning the many tens of thousands of taxpayers’ dollars that, over time, were transferred from local governments and provincial government agencies to the Alberta PC Party. This is Third World politics at its finest. Yet Mr. Hayden’s solution is to sweep the whole thing under the nearest carpet. In effect, he then tries to draw a kind of parallel between this sort of political gutterball “fundraising” and the virtue of raising money for Special Olympics. The two are clearly unalike and unrelated. The point is, that the way public officials do things does matter. And whether Mr. Hayden likes it or not, municipal or county employees using taxpayer-funded resources and
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Memo to Redford: ‘It’s about doing the right thing’ Shortly after the 2012 provincial election, Premier Alison Redford gave a mandate letter to each member of her cabinet team to set a common vision for the Government of Alberta. Associate ministers also received mandate letters that contained the following statement: “Albertans have given this government a clear mandate — change how government works to better reflect their needs and the realities of the province in today’s world. Delivering that change will require listening to Albertans, increasing transparency and accountability.” On Monday, Nov. 25, Karen Kleiss, an Alberta Legislature reporter for the Edmonton Journal, released a report after a four-year court battle worth millions of dollars forced the Alberta government to release documents involving children who have died while in government care. The information uncovered through the Freedom of Information (FOIP) request exposed that since 1999, the Alberta government failed to report 89 deaths of children in provincial care, and then barred parents from speaking publicly about those deaths. Since this information has come to light, all opposition parties have repeatedly requested a full public inquiry into these tragic deaths. During question period in the legislature this past week, Danielle Smith, the leader of the Wildrose Official Opposition, directed
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eight questions toward the Human Services Minister Dave Hancock, and the premier, asking specifically whether they would commit to holding a full public inquiry into the 89 unreported deaths of children in government care. The minister and the premier both took turns refusing to answer the questions; in essence, they would not commit to holding a full public inquiry. After almost 100 questions posed on this subject in the house last week and the subsequent answers, it appears that the words “transparency” and “accountability” have virtually no meaning to the minister of human services and to the premier. When pressed in the media about the unreported deaths that were only exposed through legal means, the minister replied, “There are thousands of success stories of children in care.”
Originally, the human services minister was quoted as saying that the number of unreported deaths in the system was “not significant.” Officials in the premier’s office even called public outrage over the deaths “dribble.” The Wildrose Official Opposition health-care critic and former government minister in charge of child services, Heather Forsyth, MLA for Calgary Fish Creek, stood in the house on Wednesday and delivered a very powerful member’s statement. “As the former minister, I can honestly say with absolute certainty that nothing short of a full public inquiry will fix this,” Forsyth said. “I don’t say that lightly. I know I will be called to testify, and I know I will do it without hesitation.” It appears that my colleague Heather clearly understands what transparency and accountability are, and more importantly, the integrity that those virtues involve. Most importantly, we need to find out where our system fails and where improvements can be made to prevent such tragedies from happening. To quote my honorable and esteemed colleague Heather once again, “This isn’t about politics. It’s about doing the right thing.” Rick Strankman of the Wildrose Party is the MLA for the Drumheller-Stettler riding.
Prairie folk can attest that Torontonians really don’t know what cold is all about The hardest thing about moving from Toronto back to the Prairies, hands-down, is the cold. My friend once told me that Toronto got extreme temperatures — hot and cold. The hot part is correct; this past summer, I was unfortunate enough to experience a heat wave with temperatures upwards of 41 degrees. At the time, I was working in a hot kitchen with an ineffectual air conditioner for double the fun. After years of hearing my Toronto friends complain when it gets to -10, I have come to the conclusion that people in Toronto don’t know what cold is. I spent four years in Toronto. I think the coldest it got was -25, and that was an anomaly. I would come home to Saskatchewan in December for Christmas to find that I had lost my tolerance to cold. I would spend the first week of my vacation indoors, only leaving when I had to, because I just couldn’t handle it anymore.
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Independent reporter When I went home for Christmas last year, some family members and I decided to go ice fishing and skidooing at my grandparents’ cabin. The cabin’s only source of heat is a fireplace and it has no indoor plumbing. Do you know what it’s like to use an outhouse when it’s -25 degrees? I do. I knew it was going to be cold out there, so I wore leggings, jeans, ski pants, a sweater, a hoodie, two
coats, mittens, earmuffs, a tuque and two pairs of socks. It was the first time I had been warm in the outdoors since I got home. In my second year at Ryerson, everyone predicted a terrible blizzard. It was allegedly going to be the storm of the century. I walked out of my apartment that day to see what seemed to me to be a normal winter snowfall. In my class of more than 100, fewer than 10 managed to make it to the university. When I arrived in Stettler last month, it was -14. My friend told me that he was shocked when he looked up the temperature for central Alberta, even though he knew it was going to be cold. I refrained from telling him that was actually not that bad. When it was -32 in Stettler, I had to tell that same friend to stop telling me the temperature in Toronto, because it was painful to hear. He can talk to me when Toronto is in the middle of a sweltering heat wave and I don’t have to worry about fainting when I step outside.
Time to embrace universal labelling A report from the State of Washington noted that a referendum on the labelling of food products containing GM ingredients was defeated, albeit by a somewhat narrow margin. Millions of dollars were spent by both sides in the campaign to convince voters of the benefits — or not — of GM labelling. The battle has raged across the U.S. for years, with the no side winning, but by slowly decreasing margins. The rationale for or not to GM labelling has been well-documented, but it has boiled down to ideology and ulterior motives, with the consumer/voter probably more confused than enlightened. The maddening reality to this issue is that no matter which side wins or loses, it has nothing to do with food safety — no human health will be affected. I would suggest that two trends have developed and that perhaps the issue is becoming irrelevant to consumers/voters — time has a habit of creating that inevitability. The inconvenient reality for the pro-GM labelling side has been that as time goes by, the majority of manufactured food products either have some GM ingredients or are exposed to them at some point in the manufacturing or consumption process. That reality would mean that if GM labelling became mandatory, it would have to be almost universally applied to most food products that are available today. I suspect most folks don’t read product labels, and if GM contents were included, those that did read them would become blind to the wording, being it
would be everywhere. Sort of like the universal wording “vitamin enriched” — does anyone care or notice those words. The other reality is that with so many GM products being made available, finding a product without them would be difficult and more costly — neither of which appeals to the vast majority of consumers. That would negate the underlying intent of the pro folks who presume consumers would rush out to find non-GM food products once they were shocked to do so by the mere sight of a GM food label. Like organic, fairtrade, and free range labels that only motivates a minority that has the money to spend on lifestyle foods. I live in a very large working-class area of Calgary, where the food business is dominated by giant big box chains. The lifestyle food sections are miniscule — consumers here buy on price and volume and most wouldn’t know if they tripped over it — nor would they care. What is curious is that there are a few food products that actually have the label, “Does not contain GM ingredients.” One would assume that such “does not” labelling would be a compromise — considering that consumers who are phobic about GM would want to go out of their way to find such
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labelled products. That may be common sense, but that’s not the real goal of the zealous groups who lobby so vociferously for GM labels on almost everything. That’s why you don’t see them encouraging consumers to look for the non-GM label. In much of Europe, GM products are not available because timid governments are afraid of the anti-GM lobby, who have been successful at implying that GM foods are akin to toxic waste. Those same lobby groups that want GM labelling here would fight such labelling in Europe, if such food products were available, being it would give consumers over there a choice. Most marketers and lobby groups would know that the consumer votes with their wallets, and European consumers would surely buy cheaper GM food products if they were available. I give full credit to the science companies that have battled for the no label side. Such help was needed in the early days — otherwise, we would have ended up with the GM paranoia situation that has developed in Europe. I am suggesting that maybe the time has come for the no side to change their tactics — that being embrace universal GM food labelling. I suspect it will have little impact on consumer buying practices. For the pro labelling side, such a step might actually not be all that helpful, as it would dry up their campaign and fundraising business from this issue. A classic case of, “Be careful what you wish for.”
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A horse-drawn hayride was one of the attractions Friday afternoon as children’s activities were featured during the 16th annual Festival of Lights in Stettler.
Festive spirit highlights Festival of Lights LISA JOY Independent reporter It’s starting to feel a lot like Christmas, and folks can credit Stettler Health Services Foundation’s Festival of Lights for helping get people into the holiday spirit. The 16th annual fundraiser ran last week with events to appeal to almost everyone, from scrumptious desserts at a sellout dessert night to an autographed photo of Johnny Depp, which sold
for $1,000. Many hard-working volunteers pulled together to make the week a success. “Everybody is tired after the week but they are tired in a good way,” said Sue Peterson, chair of the foundation. “They all worked hard and are very pleased with the support from the community and very proud of the community for coming out and supporting a good cause.” Organizers are still tallying up how much was raised and how many people attended the week-
long fun. “We have no idea yet,” said Peterson. “Not everyone has paid for their items yet and bills haven’t been paid. It will be at least another week or so before we know. “The events were well attended, everybody enjoyed themselves. We had good positive feedback from each event.” The Christmas Spirit evening held Wednesday, which featured sample drinks and hors d’oeuvres, and music, was a hit with people already asking to buy tickets for next year.
“People just loved it.” Peterson said plans are already in the works for the 17th annual Festival of Lights. “We are excited for next year, as we always try to tweak the events so that we can appeal to everybody, which is difficult to do. We listen to suggestions and come up with suggestions of our own. “ The Festival of Lights, as well as a charity golf tournament and marathon this summer, are aimed at raising $300,000 to $500,000 for the hospital’s operating room, emergency room, and labour and
birthing rooms. “The idea being that we can keep people in our community for the health care that they need,” Peterson said. “It’s just better for our community. It’s going to be a very expensive project, so it will take more than one year by the hospital foundation to reach our goal.” Anyone wishing to donate to the hospital foundation can do so at stettlerhospitalfoundation. com, by calling 403-742-7400, by emailing info@stettlerhealthfoundation.com or by regular mail to Bag 500, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0.
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Children and those young at heart lined up for the children’s games last Friday at the weeklong Festival of Lights, a Stettler hospital foundation fundraising celebration.
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Bartenders – Gert Bakker, Chad Whiteside, Dean Savage, Kale Gist, Chad Holden Drivers – Cal Nixon, Chad Whiteside Special thanks to all the Ladies who ventured out into the wonderful snowstorm that the weekend brought and so generously supported our fundraisings efforts. Our sincere apologies if anyone was missed.
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ENDIANG-BYEMOOR NEWS By Les and Rosemary Stulberg Byemoor Curling Club has announced the ice is in and the square draw is set to begin Thursday. Regular square draw curling is scheduled for every Thursday at 7 p.m. The club welcomes any new curlers wishing to join. The curling club is hosting a one-day bonspiel Sunday. It will be a two-person “tough man” bonspiel. For more information, contact Eugene Nixon at 403-579-2460. Congratulations to longtime Byemoor
resident Thelma Keast on the celebration of her 93rd birthday. A social was held in her honour on Saturday afternoon at the seniors’ centre in Irricana, which is where daughter and son-in-law Dona and Ron Nicholas live. Irene Brooker and Shirley Lumsden provided the musical entertainment. We send best wishes for many more happy birthdays to Thelma, who continues to be an active senior in our community. She regularly participates in floor curling, cards and bowling. A team of Endmoor floor curlers participated in the Stettler bonspiel a couple
of weeks ago. Ken and Eleanor Schultz, Mickey Tucker and Bennie Kobi enjoyed the ’spiel with a win, a tie and a loss. The Endiang Community Hall is missing a few items, which include an electric roaster, plastic tubs with lids and other containers. From time to time, folks take things home in hall containers and forget to bring them back. The club reminds those who might have hall items to return them as soon as possible, so they may be used for future events. Items may be dropped off at Doris Schilling’s residence in Endiang.
HALKIRK HERALD By Rose Koenraadt and Dorothy Anderson About 150 revellers attended the Christmas in the Village on Sunday. The morning began with the Elks cooking pancakes and all the trimmings, and a visit with Santa and treat bags for all the youngsters, followed by a Christmas bazaar at the school. There were 26 tables full with Christmas gifts and goodies, plus a special section for children only to shop.
The weather was great and it was a fun way to start the holiday season. Rae-Anne Cordel and a friend, Allison, were accepted to be extras on the season finale of Heartland, filmed in High River on Nov. 27. They were on set for five hours and had to do a lot of synchronized cheering. They were pleased to meet three of the main characters — Amy, Kaleb and Ty. The cast and crew were super nice and helped them through the process. The
show is scheduled to be aired in April, 2014. Word has been received on the passing of Marie Kaczanowski of Daysland on Nov. 15. Services were held at the Evergreen funeral chapel in Edmonton on Nov. 22. The Kaczanowskis had moved to Killiam from Halkirk in 1969, with Marie moving to Daysland three years ago. Their story is on Page 371 of Home Fires. Congratulations to firsttime grandma Dianne En-
DONALDA DIARY gel-Kimmel, on the arrival of a six-pound, 14-ounce granddaughter, Emree Marilyn Janet, born on Nov. 26 in Olds to Mackenzie Kimmel and Tyler Hobbs. It’s the ninth great-grandchild for Louie and Fern Engel. Congratulations to all. COMING EVENTS: Dec. 12 and Dec. 19 – ham and turkey bingo at the hall, just in time for the holidays; Dec. 17 – Mother Teresa students Christmas program at the school at 7 p.m.
ERSKINE ENQUIRER By Cheri Neitz The Erskine school council meeting is set for Jan. 22 at 3 p.m. There is no December meeting. The Erskine outdoor skating rink is now open. Larry and crew have been working hard to get the ice in great shape. The rink is open every night to 10 p.m., so just look for the lights in the evenings and you’ll know the skating rink is up and
running. However, when the recreation board believes the weather is too cold for skating, the rink is closed. It’s important that the facility is treated with respect, so everyone can enjoy it. This coming Sunday is the United Church’s Evening of Song at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and listen to musical performances, participate in song, and enjoy refreshments.
The junior high students headed to Edmonton today to the Citadel Theatre to watch the performance of a Christmas Carol. The junior high is also putting together a spoof of the Christmas Carol, called “Hum Bug,” and will perform that on Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. The school’s elementary Christmas concert is on Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. and all are welcome to attend. Parents are asked to bring
two dozen treats to sell after the concert. Erskine School hosts Steve Harmer on Thursday. He performs Motivational Magic, which offers encouragement and hope to students in a presentation called “Respect.” Donalda School will join Erskine students at 10 a.m. The event is sponsored by the “Be Brave Against Bullying” organization out of Bashaw.
BIG VALLEY BULLETIN By Linda Stillinger At the November meeting of the Elks, plans were finalized for all events to be held during the busy month of December. The ever-popular annual turkey bingos will be held tonight in Rumsey and then on Wednesday, Dec. 11, in Big Valley. There’ll be turkeys, door prizes, hamper draws and goodies galore. Bingos start at 7:30 p.m. and the tie-breaks this year will be Royal Purple cakes, so head out to the respective halls and enjoy the evening fun. The Elks’ Christmas meeting and supper will be next Tuesday, Dec. 10. Disbursements were made to the Rumsey and Big Valley children’s Christmas parties. The club draw was won
by Bill Smillie, who in turn donated his portion to the Elks’ Children’s Fund. Club 200 winners were Allan Jacobsen, Bill Kirtley Jr., Allan Webster and Emmy Briggs. The Elks will be assisting the Royal Purple Ladies on their New Year’s Eve Casino Night, which will be held at the Big Valley Jubilee Hall on Tuesday, Dec. 31. The evening will include cocktails, dinner prepared by the lovely ladies of the Royal Purple, followed by a “fun casino.” It’s a great way to bring in 2014. For more information, contact any Royal Purple member or call Jenni at 403-876-2558. Twelve people were out for crib at the Big Valley Inn on Sunday. First place went to Donna D’Aoust. Margaret Levesque
and Stan Nattestad tied for second place, but after the draw, Stan took home second and Margaret took third. The booby went to Len Shaw. Caroline Pound won the regular draw and the 50/50. The next crib tournament is on Sunday, Dec. 8. See you all there. Don’t forget to register for Big Valley’s annual Children’s Christmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 15. As usual, everyone is welcome to attend the popular annual event, though gifts are arranged only for children 10 and under. For more information, or to register, please call Brenda at 876-2680. The annual Live Nativity, which is hosted by the Big Valley Evangelical Free Church, takes place on Sunday, Dec. 15. Come and join the
Several folks enjoyed the entertainment at the Byemoor Hotel on Saturday evening. Entertaining were Marty Brooker and Terri Simpson, as well as Ron Carothers. Congratulations to the Thunder peewee hockey team on posting an 8-5 win against the West Country team in Dickson on the weekend. Keep up the good work, guys. Keep in mind Santa Claus Day in Byemoor is coming up Saturday and starts at 11 a.m. There will be tables of crafts, gifts and baking for your Christmas shopping. The 4-H club will be selling Christmas trees and taking photos with Santa.
Bethlehem Walk around the village of Big Valley at 4 p.m., then hear the Christmas Story retold at the Live Nativity. There will be hayrides for everyone. Hotdogs, hot chocolate and Christmas goodies will follow. Big Valley Drop-In Centre will hold its annual Member’s Christmas dinner on Sunday, Dec. 8, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Military Whist is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. Wednesday night crib will be at 7 p.m. on Dec. 4, 11, and 18, and Sunday crib will be on Dec. 15, 22 and 29 at 1 p.m. The annual general meeting of the Big Valley Agricultural Society will be held at the Big Valley Jubilee Hall on Monday, Dec. 9, at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting.
By Darlene Tantrum The village is bustling with activities in hopes of achieving another awesome Village Christmas on Saturday. It begins at 11 a.m. on Main Street in Donalda. The trees are decorated with care to be presented and auctioned as fundraising fare for the Donalda Community Arts Society. It’s a live auction. The trees can be previewed by calling the museum at 403-883-2100 or Darlene at 403-883-2253 to set up a time. The gallery will be open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Just a drive-by is inspiration matching the season. The trees are lit from 5 to 9 p.m. daily. A lot of work and thought has been put into the event. Thanks to those that participated. The event starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. at the hall, with a country market that’s sold out. The kids can go to the Drop- In
Centre to do shopping at Santa’s Shopping Centre. Everything is $1, only for the kids. The gifts will be wrapped and ready to go under the tree. The parent council will have lunch available in the hall basement. The Parade of Lights will be at 5 p.m. After the parade, it’s time to get inside the art gallery for the auction, hot chocolate, apple cider and cookies. The finale will be the fireworks at the Lamp Park. Birthday wishes go out to Chad Ramstad, Jayden Knodel (Klatt), Joel Shepherd, Sharon Wasyliw, Kirby Massey, Kyle VanHaga, Lawrence Clarke, Nicole Bergstrom, Parker VanHaga, Sara Erickson, Emily Cartier, Garnett Schoettler, Tracy Dietrich, Sarah Andres, Lexi Dietrich, Brayden Benjamin Hofer, Samson Bailey and anyone else celebrating a birthday this week. Happy Birthday!
RUMSEY RECORD By Patty Steen The first Elks turkey bingo is this evening in Rumsey and the second bingo will be held in Big Valley on Dec. 11. Each will begin at 7:30. The Elks support a lot of local clubs, youth groups and charitable organizations, so don’t forget to go out for a fun night and support them, as well. Another fun event coming up is the local Christmas concert. Sandy McNaughton sent me a note asking to spread the word. The Rumsey community Christmas concert is set for Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sandy invites all local children to come to the practices on Dec 1, 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. to practise their talents. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the show and share in some Christmas spirit with Santa, who is guaranteed to visit. Donna Sengaus hosted at the Trochu St. Mary’s Lodge last Monday for the birthday party. There were three celebrants: Lorrane Robertson, Reban Maers and Veronica Voytechek.
There were no birthdays from upstairs or extended care. The next birthday club will be on Dec. 16 and Linda Helmer will be hosting. Anyone is welcome to join in this worthwhile event, so if you have a bit of free time, just call Linda Helmer. The Rumsey Ag Society hosts its annual general meeting on Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. The meeting is open to all community members, so mark it on your calendar. The Rumsey Ag Society does a wide variety of things in the community, so it’s important to support them in any way you can. If you can give a few hours throughout the year, just let a member know and they will let you know what’s going on and where you might like to help. The Rumsey Drop-In Centre hosts a community Christmas dinner for all on Wednesday, Dec. 18, starting at noon at the Drop-In. It will be a pot-luck, so bring your favourite dish to be shared by all. There’s a Christmas carol sing-a-long afterward and card games to enjoy for the afternoon.
GADSBY/WESTWOODS GAZETTE By Paulette Heer Santa arrives Saturday at 2 p.m. for the 17th annual Santa Day in Gadsby at the Bank Building. The lineup includes sleigh rides, (parents ... be sure to dress your children warm), free hot chocolate, hotdogs, coffee for the adults, candy bags and door prizes. It’s for the young and young at heart. Everyone is welcome.
There will be a turkey and ham bingo in the evening. Doors open at 6:30. Early bird begins at 7:30 p.m. The loonie pot continues to grow. Best wishes to Kyle Bigney and Leigha as they start a life-changing adventure. They left Sunday for a six-month holiday in New Zealand. Then it’s on to Australia on a work visa for up to five years. Kyle, we expect a great accent when you return.
Congratulations to Terry Burks, who was presented the “Wildcat Pride” spirit award and plaque at William E. Hay Composite High School last week. Two thumbs up, Terry! Frank and Eleanor Dahlgren helped great grandson Luke Hronek celebrate his fourth birthday at Dad and Mom Darcy and Tammy Hroneks’ place on the weekend with 19 family members present.
Supper and birthday cake, presents and fun made for a memorable day. Happy Birthday to Joyce Hansel on Dec. 1 and Bill Hansel on Dec. 3. Daughter Sue took them to brunch on Sunday. After that, Bill and Joyce were invited over to brother Joe and Maxine Hansels’ place. Joining them there for an afternoon of cards and birthday cake were Gordie and Shirley Reynolds.
BOTHA BOOSTER By Louise Bellair The next Bingo evening is Tuesday, Dec. 10, starting at 7:15, at the Botha Senior Centre. It’s Turkey Bingo time, so there are 15 turkeys to be given away that evening. It will be the last Bingo of 2013, and the game resumes on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Sympathy goes out to the family of Ivan Storek, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Ivan will truly be missed in our little community. On a happier note, make sure you come out on Friday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m. to hear and dance to the music from the Country Gold North Band. It’s a Christmas dance
that evening, so all are invited to wear something in the festive-season colours. The dance committee will host a turkey supper that evening for everyone to enjoy. They will supply the turkey, stuffing and buns, so everyone is asked to bring salads and/or Christmas goodies for all to enjoy. That will be the last dance of this year. The dances resume Friday, Jan. 10. They’re for all to enjoy, as there’s no age limit, so everyone can come out for a great time. There will be no New Year’s dance this year, so for more information on the dance schedule, contact Doug or Bernadette Haustein at 403-742-3994. At the Botha School, they have really been busy with their regular school work,
and now are getting ready for Christmas activities, such as practising for their Christmas concert, set for Dec. 18. Please bring a donation for the food bank to this special concert. From Dec. 23 to Jan. 6, students will be on their Christmas break. For the Botha Seniors’ Centre, there’s no monthly meeting this month due to Christmas. The next meeting will be held on Jan. 6, starting at 11:30 a.m. with a potluck, with the meeting to follow after. All seniors are welcome to attend. The committee wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Anyone who would like driveways cleared is invited to call the village office or Chris Phiffle at 403-742-2558.
Stop by the Seniors’ Centre each Wednesday at 10 a.m. and join them for a refreshing cup of coffee. Starting at 1 p.m., make sure you come back for a friendly game of carpet bowling. Every Thursday, return to the Senior Centre at 1 p.m. for a friendly game of floor curling. Come out to the Seniors’ Centre again on Monday, Dec. 9, at 9:30 a.m. and join the quilting days. The Botha 4-H club members plan to drive around on Saturday, Dec. 14, collecting used tires for their fundraiser, so please help them out. Anyone who has tires that they would like to donate to this special club is asked to contact a 4-H member and they will gladly stop by and collect them.
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HEALTHY HABITS — Last Friday, staff and students from Erskine School, Byemoor School, Gus Wetter School in Castor and William E. Hay Composite High School in Stettler, along with Alberta Health Services health promotion facilitator Stacie Pederson, attended the Healthy Active School Symposium at Our Lady of Mount Pleasant School in Camrose. “The event was organized by Ever Active Schools, whose goal is to engage and empower student leadership to create a healthy school environment,” said HEaRT project co-ordinator Devon McMann. “There were representatives from many different schools and school divisions. Attendees had the opportunity to attend different health and wellness sessions led by students. The SADD group from William E. Hay was one of the presenters and the PLAY group from Erskine School presented on how to have students lead games on the playground. Both groups did an exceptional job and were very well-received.”
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WILDCAT CORNER By Chase Rosland William E. Hay Composite High School A chess club has been formed at William E. Hay Composite High School. The school’s Be the Change Club has begun to make an impact in its efforts “to make the world a better place.” The William E. Hay science fair is running this week. Tuesday was the designated day for Grade 9 students. Today, the Grade 10 students show their stuff. On Thursday, the Grade 11 students take the science spotlight. The school’s science department invites family members and friends of all Grade 12 science students to the Performing Arts Centre on Thursday for the Grade 12 science fair. Refreshments will be available at 6:45 p.m., with a keynote speaker and student presentations to follow.
Grade 12 students gave their portfolio presentations last week. “Portfolios are a collection of best work, certificates and achievements, and a showcase of interests and hobbies that our students collect over their four years while at William E. Hay,” said vice-principal Kate Syson. “The students did a great job of representing themselves and showing off all their hard work accumulated in their portfolios. “Our Grade 12s presented to panels made up of tradespeople, health-care professionals, accountants and a variety of other career choices.” Rhonda Brown of the Clearview School Division is the portfolio co-ordinator at William E. Hay. “We would like to thank Rhonda Brown for all her hard work in organizing (the presentations) last week,” Syson said. “It was a great experience for everyone involved.”
With Christmas coming soon, candygram sales have begun. On Tuesday, Nov. 26, our student union president, Maddie Kuefler, and Mrs. Bromley sold candygrams at the Festival of Trees. They also sold them at the treelighting ceremony, which took place Friday on Stettler’s main street. Candygrams will be on sale at the school on Dec. 16, 17 and 18 for all of the staff and students to purchase. They’ll be delivered before everyone leaves for vacation. Another way you can get into the spirit of Christmas is by going to the Night of the Bands on Monday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Centre. It will feature the band classes from SMS, as well as the high school band. It doesn’t cost anything to get in and a food donation is accepted at the door for the local food bank. Come out and enjoy some beautiful Christmas music presented by the talented band students of Stettler Middle School and William E. Hay Composite High School. Bullying Awareness Week took place last week. The Y-CAT and the Girls’ Group members participated in Operation Beautiful. The mission of Operation Beautiful was to anonymously post positive and motivating notes in public places for other people to find. The boys and girls posted sticky notes all over the school last Wednesday to remind everyone that they are beautiful, and to help curtail negative self-talk.
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Mrs. Ruddell’s 8D science class got to walk through a large model of a human vein, which was made from garbage bags and red-and-white balloons. The 8D class cut up the garbage bags and blew up the balloons and assembled the human vein in the doorway of her classroom. The class had a lot of fun making it and walking through it as they entered and exited the classroom. Thanks to Karen Sernecky and Malcom Fischer for coming to the school to talk to all of the Grade 6 students about their roles and responsibilities as councillors for the Town of Stettler. Mr. Nixon’s Grade 6 social studies class took part in a mock class election, as did Mrs. Erickson’s Grade 6 class. Cartoon characters were chosen as the candidates and the students would put together a campaign to support the character they were responsible for promoting. The cartoon characters nominated for the classroom representative were Gunther, The Incredible Hulk, Mr. Miniature, Popeye and The Creeper. The election results were very close, but the character candidate that won the election was The Incredible Hulk. The campaign speeches and the persuasion tactics used by the students were very creative and entertaining. Basketball season is underway. Our boys’ and girls’ teams already have two tournaments planned this month. Stettler Middle School hosts a tournament this Saturday, and the second tourney is in Drumheller on Dec. 14. Come out and cheer on the student-athletes.
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Rally underlines impact of distance education ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter Teachers and supporters from all over the province gathered in Edmonton on Saturday to protest the Alberta government’s cuts to distance-education programs. More than 200 people assembled in front of the provincial legislature as part of the “Get on the Bus” rally, and speakers talked about the importance of distance education within Alberta. “I think for the people there, the rally was successful because the message was sent of how important the ADLC (Alberta Distance Learning Centre) is,” said Corey Van Zandbergen, local president of the Alberta Teachers’ Association Local for the Clearview School Division. “I think the rally went well. The speakers were very informative and it served to raise the visibility of the
issue in the public eye.” Another local representative was equally optimistic about the impact of the rally. “We have received tremendous outpouring of support from parents, students, and educators across the province,” said Dustin Blumhagen, a distance education teacher who grew up in Galahad and lived in Stettler until this summer. Blumhagen, who now works in Calgary, added that organizers are encouraging supporters to write to their MLAs. Rally organizers are discussing the next step. “I believe that we have already had an impact and that we will continue to make our voice heard as we move forward,” Blumhagen said. The Alberta government cut 56 per cent of the distance-education program’s funding in the spring, which took effect in September of this year. According to Van Zandbergen, about 10 per cent
of Alberta’s students take at least one distanceeducation course for various reasons — whether it be wanting to take more classes, physical isolation, or just not wanting to attend class in a classroom. But the cuts affect how well the ADLC can serve students, and the effect is felt most in rural schools, its proponents say. “When it comes to the people at the rally, the atmosphere was one of determined disappointment — disappointed that we are having to discuss cutbacks to a successful, cost-effective program, but determined that this fight will not be given up on easily,” said Van Zandbergen. “We will continue to work hard to make the facts available to the public, while supporting other groups who are facing similar challenges …,” Blumhagen said. “The rally was just the beginning.” reporter@stettlerindependent.com
Hamper drive shows Stettler ‘a caring community’ Continued from front page The Stettler Kinette Club is also busy with a pajama fundraiser to provide new pajamas in the hampers for children. Last year, 121 hampers were delivered to help the less fortunate in Stettler and area. “Stettler is such a caring community,” Robinson said. “The true heart of our town shows up and is visible at this time of year.” The deadline to apply for a hamper is Friday. Applications are down this year and Robinson urges anyone in need to go to the FCSS office, located at 4720 — 50 St., in Stettler. “The ladies there are wonderful and will help (with the forms),” Robinson said. reporter1@ stettlerindependent.com
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TRUCK STUCK — Mirroring a scene repeated through two days of snowstorms this week, a semi-truck got stuck in the snow at about 2:20 p.m. Tuesday while attempting to turn into the alley behind Bagshaw Electric in Stettler. By 2:45 p.m., the truck was out of the snowbank and back on the road, with help from the bylaw officer. Cold temperatures, plenty of snow and treacherous road conditions made it a stormy week in Stettler.
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With signs and decorations adorning a Stettler property, Santa Claus is sure to visit the above house on Christmas Eve. LEFT: Ton Vanderburg clears snow outside the Stettler branch of the Royal Canadian Legion on Tuesday. RIGHT: Bob Richardson blows snow during Tuesday’s blizzard.
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Lightning suffer third loss in four games CHASE ROSLAND Independent reporter Since rattling off an 11-game winning streak, the Stettler Lightning have lost three of their past four games in the Heritage Junior Hockey League. One night after spanking the winless Ponoka Stampeders 8-4 at home Friday, the Lightning fell 8-2 to the host Coaldale Copperheads. Stettler also lost a 5-3 decision to the Blackfalds Wranglers at home last Tuesday. Lightning coach and general manager Doug Smith said Saturday’s six-goal defeat at Coaldale could even have been worse. “Coaldale had four goals in the first period before we set in as a team,” he said. “We weren’t clicking as a team.
“Our goalie covered up our mistakes. It could have been a lot worse.” Adam Ternes scored a goal and assisted on the other Stettler goal, which came from his twin Scott. Jeff Skaley made 31 saves for the Lightning, who historically have had their struggles in Coaldale. “That is a rink that we never had played well in,” Smith said. “The corners are a lot sharper than we’re used to.” On Friday, the Lightning (12-6) handed the Ponoka its 15th loss in as many games this season. It was a breakthrough game for veteran Reese Anneliger, who scored three goals and two assists. Adam Ternes, Derek Muhlbach and Dylan Houston each added a goal and had two assists. Dylan Muhlbach scored a goal and set up another. Wyat Haustein had the other Stettler goal and Simon Thieleman
stopped 27 shoots. “For the first part, we played more of an individualistic game,” Smith said. “We didn’t play a team game. “But we got back to our system, get-
ting the puck to the net and wearing them down.” Three nights earlier, Blackfalds needed an empty-net goal to solidify its win at Stettler in a battle of North Division heavyweights. Houston tallied twice for Stettler. Adam Ternes had the other Lightning goal and Wyat Haustein picked up two assists. Thieleman blocked 37 shots. The Lightning remain two points ahead of the Wranglers (11-5) atop the North. “We met our goal,” Smith said of the first two months of the season. “Now we have to make a stand against the top teams. Every win and every loss is big.” The Lightning’s next game is this Saturday in Cochrane. “I hope we have a good turnaround on the road,” Smith said. “We’ll make some adjustments this week and get set to get back in the groove.”
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Stephen Zuk (left) of the Stettler Wildcats takes a shot from the free-throw line during the Rocky Mountain House senior boys’ high school basketball tournament last weekend. RIGHT: Braden Deagle and Nicholas Baharally of the Wildcats defend at the season-opening tournament. The Stettler boys finished fourth.
Wildcats back on the hardcourt CHASE ROSLAND Independent reporter
The Stettler Wildcats senior boys’ and girls’ teams played in a season-opening basketball tournament at Rocky Mountain House on the weekend. GIRLS The senior girls won 41-31 over Rimbey in the consolation final. “It’s a great group of girls to work with,” said senior girls’ coach Charisse McDonald. “They all bring something unique to add to the character of the team.” Dacia Gramlick and Jamie Ternes both had high-scoring games, with 16 and 11 points, respectively. Ternes was named the player of the game.
Stettler’s first game was a 44-37 loss to Whitecourt. “It was our first game of the year with only one practice, so we were pretty rough,” McDonald said. “But we worked better together as the tournament progressed.” High scorers in that game were Gramlick and Carly Armstrong. Gramlick was chodenplayer of the game. “It will take some time to get used to playing together,” McDonald said. “And to have the three new players find their niche.” The girls won their next game 43-31. “They showed an incredible amount of heart, playing with only seven players,” McDonald said. Ternes was named player of the game, with 13 points. Morgan Van Dusen had 14 points in the game. Gramlick also earned the player-of-thetournament honours.
BOYS The Wildcat senior boys placed fourth after a 72-59 loss to Whitecourt . “We had a great effort by everyone,” said Stettler coach Joe Thibeau. “With a minute left, we found ourselves down by seven. Whitecourt slowed the play and controlled the tempo for the last minute and ended up winning. “Aeroll Acera was named player of the game.” The Wildcats won their first game, topping Olds 55-52. “It seems every year at this tournament, we face Olds in our first game,” Thibeau said. “Stephen Zuk hit a key three-pointer within the last minute and Andrew Kim nailed a 15-foot jumper with 10 seconds left to put us ahead by three. “Braden Deagle was named the player of
the game.” The Wildcat boys’ second game was a 69-63 loss against Lloydminster. “Braden Deagle and Stephen Zuk had great games,” Thibeau reported. “Braden dropped six three-pointers in the last two quarters and came out with a 26-point game. He was named player of the game for a second time.” Deagle, a Grade 12 student, was chosen as the tournament MVP. Tuesday’s senior boys’ and girls’ home games against the HJ Cody Lakers of Sylvan Lake were postponed due to the heavy snowstorm that struck most of Alberta early this week. The Wildcat JV boys have a scheduled home game today against the Notre Dame Cougars of Red Deer. reporter2@stettlerindependent.com
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The Stettler Wildcats were the consolation champions in the Rocky Mountain House senior girls’ high school basketball tournament last weekend. In the back row (from left) are Allie Hiemstra, Carly Armstrong, Kelsey Hallett, Morgan Van Dusen, Jamie Ternes and assistant coach Brittaney Code. In the front row are Brooke Torgerson, Dacia Gramlick, head coach Charisse McDonald, Brooke Clark and Aislin Reule. Stettler defeated Rimbey 41-31 in the consolation final.
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Stettler Legion Blues captain Kieran Rost goes to the net against the Whitecourt Wolverines in midget A action last Saturday at the Stettler Recreation Centre. The Blues rallied from a 4-1 deficit and won 8-6.
Blues win twice at home in busy midget A weekend Keeping pace with three games in as many games, the Stettler Legion Blues hit their stride on the weekend. The midget A Blues scored backto-back wins on home ice — 5-2 over the Barrhead Steelers on Sunday and 8-6 over the Whitecourt Wolverines on Saturday — after falling 2-0 to the host Ponoka Wolves on Friday. Although the 5-6 Blues are one game under .500, they knocked off the North Division keaders in Barrhead, which on Saturday defeated league-leading Innisfail 3-1 to hand the Flyers their first loss in 11 games this season in the North Central Minor Hockey Association. Stettler sandwiched a pair of Barrhead power-play goals with five straight goals for a potentially breakthrough victory. “It was probably the strongest game we played this year, with some big hits and a more consistent effort,” said Neil McCallum, the Blues’ assistant coach and co-manager. “Our scoring was spread around and it proved to our team
we are a team to be reckoned with.” Chase Cooke of Castor scored a pair of Stettler goals, while singles went to Zack Werbowesky, Ethan Rost and Quade Cassidy. Jordan McCallum made 32 saves for the Blues, who fired a combined 31 shots at a pair of Barrhead goalies, Logan Branden and Dylen Starman. Stettler outlasted Whitecourt in Saturday’s high-scoring contest. “I’m not sure if we underestimated their 0-10 recrod, but midway through the second period, we were trailing 4-1,” said coach McCallum. “After a timeout, we rallied with five straight goals to end the second (with a 6-4 lead). It was a sloppy 8-6 win, but it was a win.” Rookie Matt Sylvester potted a goal and two assists for Stettler, which also got goals from Cooke, Werbowesky Drew Cassidy, Quade Cassidy, Kieran Rost, Cody Ball and Ethan Rost. McCallum blocked 22 shots in the Stettler net.
Logan Emery had a hat trick for Whitecourt. Friday night at Ponoka, Wolves goalie Leeland Averill made 34 saves to shut out the Blues. McCallum registered 21 saves for Stettler in a busy weekend between the pipes, Kellyn Pritchard and Jordan Wombald each picked up a goal and an assist for host Ponoka. “It was a penalty-filled affair in which we ended up coming out on the short side of a 2-0 game,” coach McCallum said. “Our failure to score on two 5-on-3 chances was our undoing, and Ponoka scored on a power play and buried a 2-on-1 late in the third period. “The positive we took from the game is that we didn’t let the bigger and rougher Ponoka team push us around.” This weekend, the Blues face a tough test when they travel to Innisfail on Saturday for an 8 p.m. date with the highpowered Flyers.
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The Stettler Storm celebrate a goal against Edson in bantam A play last Saturday night at the Stettler Recreation Centre. Goals from Tye Mulgrove and Talon Conner gave Stettler a 2-0 first-period lead, but Edson fought back with two third-period goals to earn a 2-2 tie. Davin Nattestad made 23 saves for Stettler.
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Kirsty White of Big Valley took a long but rewarding road to the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, where she competed at Rexall Place last month in barrel-racing.
White tenacious in pursuit of CFR dream LY N D A T H U R S T O N Independent contributor Many athletes are willing to work hard to accomplish their goals, but few would be willing to commit two decades to the task like Big Valley barrel-racer Kirsty White, who just put her first-ever Canadian Finals Rodeo in the books. Bubbling with gratitude, White said on the Saturday afternoon of the CFR: “This is such a relief. You know I think I have been mailed the CFR contestants package seven times in my career, but when the numbers came in, I was always short. Last year, I missed the finals by just $19 and it was heartbreaking.” White’s story is a lesson in tenacity that is not for the faint of heart. Born and raised in the remote interior of British Colum-
bia, White was the daughter of champion all-around Cowgirl Diane White, who tragically lost her life in a roping accident when Kirsty, the youngest of two girls, was just 13 years old. In spite, or because of, Kirsty has gone on to forge her way in the rough and tumble rodeo life by becoming self sufficient and self made. The diminutive 48-year-old puts out more manpower per square inch of her body than anyone I know. Training eight to 10 horses a year for outside customers, White also raises and trains several futurity horses each season and competes at the professional level. The workload is physically demanding and to top it off, White shoes horses to supplement her income and proudly states that she wouldn’t let anyone else shoe the sev-
en-year-old mare Racy that White ran at the CFR. The partnership between White and her horses is always a 50/50 deal, but Kirsty talks about Racy with a special fondness. “You know I sold other good horses that could’ve taken me to the Finals, but it was a business decision,” she said. “Maybe this was meant to be because Racy has taught me so much. She’s not an easy horse to ride, she’s young and explosive, but I feel I have her trust and she is willing to let me guide her.” White has been careful not to pressure the mare, who was ranked third in Canada after the futurity stats were in. “I basically chose not to derby her and gave her time off. Now she will be 8 next spring. We are going to test the waters at some of the winter PRCA rodeos. I am really
excited because as she gets more mature, she is going to smooth out and just get better and better. She is very efficient in her turns and the rest will take care of itself.” For White, it has been a long journey to this place where she has felt vindicated. “I had a horse in ’92 called ‘Sprint to the Mint’ and in June of that year, I was ranked fifth in Canada. That horse developed colic and we couldn’t save her.” White has won plenty of awards in her 20-year career, despite her cat and mouse chase with the CFR. In 2012, she was honored by the Canadian Professional barrel racers with
the Cowgirl of the Year Award. “Rodeo takes so much focus and commitment. Women are nurturers, and as a single mom and woman on my own, I am so thankful for my family and really wonderful friends. My sister Allison, my dad Doug and son Dane make this all so special. Canadian champion Rayel Robinson (now Little) has also been a person I owe much to, for all I’ve learned.” White is optimistic about her rodeo future. “I love the Big Valley, Stettler area. This community has so many champions in it, you can thrive here.” Kirsty will winter in
Arizona like many other Alberta rodeo competitors in order to keep on top of her game and get as much training time in as possible. Looking back on her first CFR, White couldn’t be more pleased with her horse Racy. “She let me partner with her and the final round told the story.” A winning time of 14.627 was Racey’s best of the week. The smile on Kirsty’s face said it all as she took home a go-round buckle and $23,817. With her trailer loaded to head to Arizona, White said “rodeo is all about being in the moment, but then isn’t that all we really have?”
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Gracenotes Choir of Stettler performs at the old Castor hospital last weekend.
The donation is funded from the Smile Cookie Campaign at Stettler Tim Hortons and assists children programs in Stettler and area. This years donation is $280.00 greater than last year and is being split between Heartland Youth Centre, Food Bank, Association for Communities Against Abuse (ACAA), and FCSS Family Counselling.
WAY TO GO, STETTLER!
One free ride included with each ticket. Tickets are available at the Handibus Office 4720 - 50 Street (FCSS building)
For further information call 403-742-5858 Please remember to have your Christmas lights on for our light tours that will run from December 16-19.
2nd Annual BRCU Christmas Collection This year we will be collecting for the Stettler Christmas Hamper Society with donations of Toys, Cash and food. Suggested donations of need are gifts for teens, cash to purchase Christmas meals and food items donated will be delivered to the Food Bank. Donations will be accepted November 25 – December 18 Each contribution gets an entry for a draw for Dinner & a Movie on behalf of Stettler BRCU Staff
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BOHME Arthur Siegfried Feb. 21, 1931 - Nov. 26, 2013 Arthur Bohme, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed from this life to the next on November 26, 2013 at the age of 82 years. Arthur is survived by his loving wife Florence; children Richard, David (Phyllis), Cynthia (Dale), Yvonne (Desmond), Stuart and Carmen (Robert); sisters Frances, Thelma and Laura (Allan - passed); 10 grandchildren and 1 greatgrandchild. Arthur is predeceased by his parents, Siegfried and Martha Bohme, and his brother Wilfred. A Memorial Service was held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Parish, Spruce Grove, AB. Condolences: www.serenity.ca SERENITY FUNERAL SERVICE Leduc 780-980-3688
GERTIE BIGNELL Aug. 11, 1917 - Dec. 8, 2008 Sunshine passes, shadows fall, Love’s remembrance outlasts all; And though the years be many or few, They are filled with remembrance of you. Love your family!
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Jesus took your hand, led you home to the promised land. No more suffering, heartache and pain, this life on earth was not in vain. We miss your presence in our lives. The laughter you brought so free. The family ties you held so dear That brought us closer year by year. Till we meet again.
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JAMES “JIM” ROBERT BATEMAN Dec. 11, 1954 to Dec. 5, 2007 If tears could build a stairway, and memories could make a lane. We’d walk the path to heaven, and bring you home again. In Loving Memory Dad Love Ross & Leann
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THE family of MARY MUHLBACH invites you to help us celebrate Mary’s 85th birthday on December 7 at the Dieppe Room, Stettler Legion. Join us between 2-4:30 p.m. to help us celebrate this special occasion. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Annual Santa Day in Gadsby, Bank Building December 7, 2-4 p.m. Sleigh rides, free hot dogs and hot chocolate, visit with Santa. Candy bags, door prizes, for young and old alike! Everyone welcome! 7:30 p.m. Turkey and Ham Bingo, Loonie Pot and Cash Early Bird and Bonanzas. Doors open 6:30 p.m.
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All are invited to a shower for MELISSA BARKLEY future bride of DILLON GIST, Saturday, December 7 at 2:30 p.m at the Stettler Ramada Hotel.
Sunday, Dec. 15 SANTA Claus is Coming to the Red Willow Hall Sat., Dec 7, 1 - 3 pm. 1 pm Horse & Sleigh rides- weather permitting (Crafts as an alternate). 2 pm Santa arrives Enjoy Hot Chocolate & Cookies. Kids receive a Christmas Treat Bag!
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Red Willow Agricultural Society
Annual General Meeting Monday, December 9 Red Willow Community Hall 7 p.m. - Annual Meeting Please join with the present Board at this meeting to discuss the future of the Ag Society organization itself, as well as the future of Hall and Ball Park/ Campground in Red Willow. Your input is urgently needed. Everyone in the community, hamlet, surrounding area, and former community members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Seasonal goodies and refreshments will be provided.
POINTS WEST LIVING Please join Celene in celebrating the arrival of TAMSEN OPAL RAJEWSKI for her baby shower on Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 pm at the Stettler Canalta. Celene is registered at Babies ‘R’ Us Contact: 403-742-1928
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JAIDEN ROBBINS Sept 11-Dec 4,2008 Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings in heaven where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy.
Friday, Dec. 13, 2 to 5 p.m. Donation of $2 or a non-perishable food item for Stettler Food Bank entitles you to tea and a special Christmas Dessert.
~Loved Forever Dad, Mom & Brielle
4501 - 70 Street, Stettler SURPRISE Birthday Party for JOHN MCLEOD Sunday Dec. 15, Lacombe Memorial Centre 2 - 5 pm 5214 50 Ave, Lacombe Please drop in for coffee and cake and to wish John a Happy 65th Birthday. No gifts please! The Stettler
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Stettler Rifle & Pistol Club 2014 Memberships are available at Guns ’n Games Source for Sports New This Year: ORIENTATION DATES: Wed., Dec. 11 – 7 p.m. - Indoor Range Wed., Jan. 15/14 – 7 p.m. - Indoor Range
Saturday, Dec. 7 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Byemoor Hall 2 p.m. Pictures with Santa 11 a.m. Purchase your Christmas tree from 4-H Beef Club Great gift ideas and Christmas baking. Raffle draws. Concession Booth Available. Tables available for $10.00 each. For booking a table phone Doreen at 403-579-2460
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My sincere thanks to friends, neighbours and family for acts of kindness and concern shown through cards, phone calls, visits, and gifts of food. Also grateful for the many offers of help. Special thanks to my family for taking over and organizing everything. Cathy and Jim for arranging the memorial and eulogy. Steve and Amber for music and brochures. Jonathan for slide presentation. Ralph for setting up tables, etc. Ray and Dian - MC & poems. Teresa’s Catering for lunch. ~Betty Sideritsch
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F/T FEED TRUCK OPERATOR for large expanding feed lot in Sundre. Fax resume to 403-638-3908 or call 403-556-9588 or email: feedlot@hotmail.ca
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Prism Integrated Solutions Inc. in Forestburg
Is looking to ďŹ ll the following positions: Journeyman & Apprentice Welders Assembly Sta Sandblaster
$2500 Bonus Every 100 days
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Night Foremen, Day & Night Operators Must have H2S, First Aid, valid driver’s license. Pre-employment Drug screening Competitive Wages. Benefit Package Please submit resume with references to: apply@wespro.ca or by fax to (403) 783-8004 Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted
Experience preferred but will train the right person
Experienced QC Manager For welding and assembly inspections and data collecting
Wages based on experience. Competitive beneďŹ t package.
E-mail resumes to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net
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
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BOOKKEEPER REQUIRED FOR WHITECOURT, ALBERTA COMPANY. Full-time, competitive salary, benefits. Complete knowledge of accounts receivable, invoicing, accounts payable, entering & paying bills, payroll & benefits. Fax resume 780-778-2444.
HOME BUILDING CENTRE, RED DEER. Building supplies Estimator/ Salesperson for mostly residential construction. Building supplies experience essential. Family-owned business for 40 years. Call Rob 403-343-6422. Email: rob@executivehbc.com.
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RAMADA INN & SUITES REQUIRES ROOM ATTENDANTS. Exp. preferred. Only serious inquiries apply. Rate $13.50/hr. Drop off resume at: 6853 - 66 St. Red Deer or fax 403-342-4433
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IRON WING HOLDINGS LTD. now accepting resumes for Journeyman Mechanic and Class 1 Tank Truck Drivers. Send resume: Attention: Laurier Laprise. Email: laurier.l@ironwing.ca or fax 780-396-0078.
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JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN(S) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
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PACIFIC NORTHERN GAS LTD.
a subsidiary of AltaGas Ltd., owns and operates natural gas transmission and distribution systems. Utilityman II is responsible for the installation and maintenance of customer gas utility services. The position is located in our Dawson Creek, BC office. •
QUALIFICATIONS: Grade 12 or equivalent education Valid driver’s license, class 1 or class 3 with air Minimum of three years experience in the installation of plastic and/or steel natural gas piping distribution systems. PE fusion Distribution line locating (underground) Backhoe, bobcat, excavator and plow experience Directional drilling experience asset.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN • DODGE AND RV is now accepting resumes for the following positions: • Product Advisors, Inventory Control Manager, Service Advisor. Please send resume to: salesmanager@rmdrv.com • • TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta • is now taking resumes for 2013 - 2014 logging season. Experienced buncher/ • skidder/limber/process operators required. Please fax resume to This position is within the 780-778-2428. bargaining unit (IBEW) with a current hourly rate of $35.69. 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.
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Service Rig Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd. is seeking qualified candidates to fill Floorhand, Derrickhand and Driller positions. These positions are locally based. Applicants must have all necessary valid tickets for the position applied for. Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary & benefits package along with a steady work schedule. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-258-3197 Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
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Pacific Northern Gas offers a comprehensive defined benefit pension and benefits package in addition to work/life balance and opportunities for career growth. Email resumes in confidence to the Human Resources Department; careers@png.ca
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PETROFIELD Industries, the Leader in manufacturing Hydrovac trucks, is accepting resumes for the following positions: * General Labourers * Industrial Painters * Sandblasters * Material Handler * Automotive Electrical Technician * Journeyman Welder / Apprentice * 2nd Yr Welder with Aluminum experience * Production Manager Visit our website at: www.tornadotrucks.com for more details. Our Company has an enthusiastic fast paced working environment, with advancement possibilities for the motivated person, and offers an excellent benefit package. fax 403-742-5544 e-mail: hr@petrofield.com
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Allied young aggressive aggressive company company looking looking for for like-minded like-minded Allied Fabrication Fabrication is is aa young individuals you enjoy enjoy aa fast fast paced, paced,positive positivework workenvironment, environment, individuals to to join join our our team. team. IfIf you pride for details, details, aa strong strong work work ethic, ethic, and and consider consider pride yourself yourself on on having having an an eye eye for yourself reliableplease please send send your your resume. resume. Allied Allied manufactures manufactures oil oil & & gas gas production production yurself reliable equipment gaining aa reputation reputation as as aa equipment from from our our facility facility in in Stettler, Stettler, AB. AB. We We are are quickly quickly gaining high high quality, quality,dependable, dependable,competitive competitivesupplier. supplier. We are now accepting resumes for: We are now accepting resumes for:
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Competition No. 5566 Clearview Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Accountant at the Central Office in Stettler. This is a full time CUPE (7 hours/day, Monday - Friday) position. This is a temporary position for one year with the possibility of permanency. The anticipated start date is February 2014, or as negotiated. Full details regarding this position and how to apply can be found on the Apply to Education website at www.applytoeducation.com. Deadline for all submissions is noon on December 20, 2013. We appreciate all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
TOWN OF STETTLER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CLERK (Full Time, Maternity Leave, 15 Month Term) The Town of Stettler is seeking an individual who is interested in filling a full time, maternity leave 15 month term position as a Planning and Development Clerk. Reporting to the Planning & Development Officer essential duties and responsibilities will include: o o o
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Clerical support for the Planning & Development department. Clerical Support for the Operational Services department as required. Respond to inquiries for information from developers, contractors and general public on Land Use Bylaw regulations, applications for development and building permits. Assist Development Officer in the review of development applications and ensures that the notice of decisions are placed in the local newspaper. Assist the Development Officer in processing of subdivision applications. Assist with Development Agreements and tracking of the same. On a monthly basis prepare information reports on inspections, orders and permits, record keeping, and monthly reporting to other agencies. In coordination with the Development Officer administer the terms and settlement of Town land sales. Secretary to the Municipal Planning Commission and Subdivision Development Appeal Board: prepare agendas, attend meetings and record minutes. Maintains Business Licensing System. Assists with front counter and telephone reception duties. This job description is not a definitive enumeration of its scope, but represents a general overview of what can be expected in this type of work. The incumbent may be required to perform duties that, although not directly related, are recognized by the Town of Stettler as a component of the position.
The ideal candidate will have the following: o o o o o o o
Minimum grade 12 with post-secondary education Effective communication and organizational skills The ability to work with the public in an effective and pleasant manner Be self motivated Familiarity with Land Titles procedures Competent in MS Office AutoCAD experience an asset
Interested applicants should forward a resume in confidence and three references by 1:00 p.m., Monday December 16, 2013 to: Leann Graham Planning and Development Services 5031-50 Street, Box 280 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 P: 403-742-8305 F: 403-742-1404 lgraham@stettler.net
Major Work Area: Repair, Overhaul, Maintenance, Service, Recondition, CVIP Type of Equipment Repair: Heavy Trucks and Trailers SpeciďŹ c Skills: Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions, Determine extent of repair required, Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, test repaired equipment for proper performance, Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work, instruct apprentices, order parts and maintain inventory, keep maintenance reports and documentation.
Truckers/ Drivers
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(Accounting Technician)
for our Stettler, AB shop
We offer competitive wages, group health beneďŹ ts and group RSP. Please call 403-742-4747 or email jobs@unitedtank.ca
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ACCOUNTANT
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Central Alberta Co-op Ltd.
Arnett & Burgess is now accepting applications for the following:
is a diverse co-operative retailing organization with over 65,000 members in the Central Alberta area. We are currently recruiting for:
Ag Sales Representatives for Stettler and Innisfail In joining Central Alberta Co-op Ltd., you become part of one of the most diverse retail businesses in the Central Alberta area. As one of the area’s largest locally owned businesses, our operations encompass ďŹ ve grocery stores, Home & Garden Centre, three Agro Centres, two Home & Agro Centres, six Gas Bars, four Liquor Stores and a Petroleum Bulk Sales Division. Central Alberta Co-op employs over 600 employees who are dedicated to providing the best possible customer service. Central Alberta Co-op is looking for two highly motivated, self-starting Sales Representatives whose goal is to develop and grow the customer base within their retail area and to market agri-product services. This position is responsible to: • Manage a deďŹ ned client base within a deďŹ ned area to meet and exceed area sales, ďŹ nancial and operating targets. • Pro-actively become involved in the business decision-making process of speciďŹ ed customers, helping to make farm production and marketing decisions. • Develop and maintain effective relationships with current and potential future customers. • Provide timely service, marketing options, agro information and advice to current and potential customers. • Co-ordinate the movement of farm supplies and related administrative requirements in conjunction with customers and operations staff. • Participate in market area promotional activities. • Contact producers on farm based customer strategies in order to increase awareness of customer’s/business needs. Requires: • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) • Agricultural background • Strong knowledge of agriculture and ability to provide cost effective services for growers. • Competency in Microsoft OfďŹ ce (Work, Excel) and Outlook • Will require extended hours in peak season • Geographical knowledge of retails’ sales area Central Alberta Co-op offers: • Competitive salary, excellent beneďŹ ts including Extended Health and Vision Care, Dental, Long Term Disability, Group and Dependent Life Insurance, Pension, and Personal Development opportunities. Human Resources Manager Central Alberta Co-op Ltd 5118 - 47 Avenue Red Deer, AB T4N 3P7 Fax: (403) 341-5811
E-mail: c.krogman@centralab.coop We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER Must have experience moving heavy equipment that is related to pipeline construction. Clean abstract. Competitive wage. Benefits available. Please fax resumes to 780-372-4238 Or email to: jobs@abpipeliners.com Misc. Help
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Erskine Grill 18006 Alberta Ltd.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Manager $13.50/hour Counter Service $11.50/hour
Both are full time positions that require working shifts between the hours of 5a.m – 9p.m. 7 days a week.
Contact Zina: 4 Lake Road, Erskine T0C 1G0 403-742-5151
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB Starting wages: $28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers $24.75/hr - Tilesetters 40-50 hours per week Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certiďŹ cation. Please send qualiďŹ ed resumes only to jensenjobs@email.com or fax to 403-876-2554
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TURNKEY BUSINESS and building for sale. 4600 sq. ft. Mostly antiques, used paperback books, new digital photo lab and specialty coffee shop. Main Street Barrhead. 780-674-5508. HOW CAN YOU MAKE YOUR PHONE RING? & Make Some Quick Cash? Place your ad HERE...
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SWAMPERS F/T needed immediately for a fast growing waste & recycling company. Heavy lifting involved (driver’s helper) position. SORTERS for recycling also required. Reliability essential. Own transportation required. Please email resumes to canpak@xplornet.ca
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INTERESTED IN THE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER BUSINESS? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php. READ THE CLASSIFIEDS & find just what you’re looking for. 1-877-223-3311
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Academic Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
WINTER START GED PREPARATION Jan. 14 or Feb. 10 STARTS Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca
860 Doug’s Tank Truck Service EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Pressure Truck Operator
No Frills Gas Bar requires dependable, reliable, part-time person, evenings & weekends, must be 18 & over, confident to work alone. Drop off resume at Gas Bar, 5101A-47 Ave., Stettler.
Hot Oil Operator/ Tank Truck Driver - Class 1 or 3
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Service Wise We Specialize
Is seeking a full-time energetic laborer with a possibility of apprenticeship. BeneÀts and competitive wages. Please drop off a resume at 4706 - 44 Ave. in Stettler Employment Training
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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
Horse/Stock
Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940
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STEEL BUILDING. “The Big Year End Clear Out!” 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca.
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SPLIT FIREWOOD Trailers Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
880
1550
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254.
Firewood
All oilfield tickets & driver’s abstract required. Will train right individual.
Fax resume & references to 403-742-0303 or email dougtank@telus.net
Building Supplies
1530
MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, December 21, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - Handguns, rifles, shotguns, wildlife mounts, hunting and fishing equipment. To consign 780-440-1860. CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311
Dried, Shedded, on Pallets Pick up in yard or UFA Bulk Fuel Delivery Available Volume Discounts. 403-876-2422 403-740-3285 Distributor for
Blaze King Stoves
LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
SEASONED SPLIT PINE
Birch now avail. Call 403-323-0744
Misc. for Sale
Grain, Feed Hay
ROUND hay bales. Cheap Free delivery. Self unloading. No Sunday calls Please. 403-843-6380
For Rent #3000 - #3200
WANTED. Hannas Seeds seeking distributors for forage, turf, native and reclamation seed. Good commissions. Contact Dave at 1-800-661-1529 or dave@hannasseeds.com
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
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Acreages/ Farms
Farm Custom Work
2190
Fully renovated 1300 sq. ft. three bedroom home with attached garage and a detached heated two-car garage on acreage in town.
Call 403-742-2368
2080 Manufactured Homes
Bale Hauling & Swathing Marketing of Hay and Straw Will load own truck
3040
LARGE 2 bdrm. trailer for rent or rent to own in Stettler, beside schools & close to downtown. Avail. Immed. 403-742-8789.
David Unruh Cell 403-323-6787 Home 403-742-4673
1800
3010
Home For Rent
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.
1760
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11
2190
HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings, spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring. Pick up & delivery avail. HORSE SHOE TRAILER MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA 403-884-2173 403-430-0504
HEAVY DUTY TOW STRAPS. 403-323-7702
Office Supplies
2170
Grain, Feed Hay
Farm Custom Work
2080
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Improvements could lower home value Home improvements are ty p i ca l l y m a d e t o improve the functionality and look of a home, but renovations also can increase the value of a home. Certain changes to a home can make it more attractive to prospective buyers, while other renovations may make a home less appealing. You may want to avoid the following projects: • Bedroom and garage conversions: Changing a room’s traditional function often turns off buyers. For example, turning a garage into a home gym might seem like a great idea for you, but it may not be so appealing to prospective buyers.
• Stylized colours on trims and rooms: Painting over unappealing colours is a project many homeowners can handle. However, some may be discouraged by a home that has too many bright colours or textures on the walls and trims. Buyers often want homes that are move-in ready, meaning they can get settled in before undertaking large projects. • Outdoor hot tubs and indoor spa tubs: Many people find soaking in a bubbling brew of hot water quite inviting. But buyers often do not want to inherit a used hot tub. Although hot tubs are cleaned and maintained with sanitizing chemicals,
some people may view them as unsanitary. • Removing closets: Closet space is often high on buyers’ priority lists. • Too many features: In an effort to “keep up with the Joneses,” some homeowners will overimprove their home to the point that it outshines all others on the street. There is a case for having nice things, but homeowners may struggle to sell a home that is disproportionate to other homes in the area. These suggestions are merely guidelines and should not replace the advice of a reputable real estate agent when marketing a home. — Metro
Stettler’s Best Read Real Estate Section Reaches Buyers and Sellers Where They Live, Work and Farm Candor Realty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Snowden
MEADOWLANDS HOME with lots of room for the whole family. 6 bdrms, large kitchen / dining area, beautiful hardwood, main floor laundry and finished basement. $499,000.
BUSINESS FOR SALE. Well established business located on main street Stettler. Provides an important service to many Stettler and area businesses. $49,000.
20 ACRE PARCEL just minutes from town. 4 bdrm / 3 bath home that is totally finished from top to bottom. Perfect family acreage. $649,900.
IDEAL STARTER HOME! 3 bdrm, 1.5 storey and just one block from school. All appliances are included. Single heated garage. $169,900.
BEAUTIFUL MEADOWLANDS HOME with 5 bdrms / 3 baths. Nice open, oak kitchen/ dining area, finished bsmt and sits on a lovely landscaped corner lot. $359,500.
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JAMES DADENSKY TAKE ME HOME COUNTRY ROAD. Beautifully landscaped, spacious, peaceful 4 bedroom/2 bathroom acreage just a short distance from town. Lots of kitchen cupboards, cozy fireplace, hardwood flooring, heated garage/workshop. A “Must See”. #CA0024078. $349,000.
NEW In town acreage. Good home. Shop. Storage. Possible home based business. Highway exposure. $299,000.
Rent now build later. 3 Bedroom home across from schools. 50 x 120 Ft. lot. Zoned R2. $119,000.
Very private well treed acreage. One mile from town. Large home. Fully developed. Double garage. $499,000.
Chances are we’ll sell your home. Why not call us first!
FAMILIES WELCOME HERE! Excellent family home with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, double attached garage, 2 fireplaces. Located in quiet cul-de-sac. Extra large lot, fenced and landscaped. Great Value. #CA0026195. $349,000.
A great opportunity waits in this ‘high traffic’ good location area. Just bring your cooking skills and start your own business. 70 seat capacity. #CA0022544.
NEW
EQUESTRIAN opportunity! Large indoor heated riding arena and horse barn. 40x60 quonset. 103 acres on the edge of town. Lease revenue. Ideal as a large acreage or horse business. Don’t wait! #CA0025826. $825,000.
“Priceless Unbelievable View”. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home all located on a private & scenic ¼ section with a breathtaking view of the river valley. 36’ x 48’ barn, 16’ x 40’ shop, dbl detached garage, various outbuildings. #CA0016473. $775,000.
Reduced
Attention: Truckers, Welders, Mechanics — New 1800 sq. ft. excellent shop to do your own work, situated on 1 acre lot in Erskine. Great place to build your dream home with shop/garage already in place. Quick possession. #CA0025709. $239,900.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013
3060
L A R G E One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005 LARGE 2 BEDROOM DOWNSTAIRS SUITE overlooking Alix Lake, washer/dryer usage, gas stove/fridge, oak cupboards, utilities incl., $900/month, 1 month d.d. Phone 403-304-0146, 403-747-3806.
Financial #4400 - #4430
Public Notice #6000
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
Money To Loan
4430
Public Notices
NOTICE To Creditors And Claimants
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Estate of
Jacques Joseph DUPONT
If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by January 13, 2014 and provide details of your claim with LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Barrister & Solicitor at Box 1630 4819 - 51 Street Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS
MINI STORAGE
10X12’ With 5x7 doors. For quads, snowmobiles, furniture, etc. Phone: (403)742-9729 DYMY Oilfield Services
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
Manufactured Homes
4090
SHOWHOME SPECTACULAR! We want you to own a wonderful former showhome at a fantastic price. 1672 sq. ft., too many features to list! $169,000. Ready for immediate delivery; www. unitedhomescanada.com. 148 Eastlake Blvd., Airdrie. 1-800-461-7632.
Commercial Property
4110
42,000 sq ft Office/ Residential Building, Red Deer, AB Built in 2011. 21 separately titled units consisting of 16 executive condos and 4 commercial suites, Zero Tenant Vacancy, 10 year triple net leases in place, expiring 2021. Assumable mortgage. Price - $8,400,000.00 Accepting Offers Christine@ andersonbuildersgroup. com
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
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.
NOTICE
to Creditors and Claimants Estate of
RUBY LILLIAN WOODFORD who died on August 8, 2013.
at P.O. Box 430 4910-51 Street Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 Phone: 403-742-4437 Fax: 403-742-1455 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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Thorogood Pinches
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Certified General Accountants 4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)
Drafting & Design
1120
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Phone: 403-742-6612 Cell: 780-935-0540 Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca
RAILSIDE DESIGN GALEN WIEBE
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN 5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686
galen@railsidedesign.com
Eavestroughing
1130
FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD.
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5�Continuous Eaves “Gutter Clean� Leaf Protection
4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
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Automotive
Call Barry Harvey
403-742-8838 *27 years experience*
Electrical
1029
1150
CALL:
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4050
Close to Stettler - 4 parcels of land Parcel A – 5.44 acres - 1500 sq’ bungalow (5 bedrooms/3 bathrooms) with a dbl. att. garage – $425,000. Parcel B – 14.26 acres - 2 houses, 2 heated shops, multi-purpose barn & other buildings – $525,000. Parcel C – 9.8 acres – 1500 sq’ house (5 bedrooms/ 3 bathrooms with a dble. att. garage & a major barn complex – $750,000. Parcel E – 408.5 acres of very productive farm land with some crop storage facilities – $1,430,000. For further information contact Andries Steegstra - ROYAL LEPAGE - Lifestyles 403-391-6260
3130
All types of Electrical Installation & Maintenance
403-742-5111 Serving Stettler & Area since 1978
Furnace Cleaning
1193
Stettler Furnace Cleaning Qualified and Reputable
Auto Body Repairs Accessories & Graphics Restoration/Sandblasting Box Liners
Phone 403-742-1681
JT AUTO BODY LTD. “Serving Stettler & area for 37 yearsâ€? • Complete auto body repair & painting Call Curt or Rob
Phone 403-742-2869 4606 - 40 St., Stettler
Cabinet Makers
1054
403-742-3418 Glass Shops
• 6200 sq. ft. shop with offices • 1.5 acres • Lease a 54 x 30 ft. bay • Or a 54 x 70 bay • Or the whole shop • Large overhead doors • Great access and location • Excellent for trucking or manufacturing • Room for expansion • Ready spring of 2014
Please contact 403-742-1330
OPTOMETRISTS Ponoka, Alta. 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 Coronation Office 403-578-3221 Hanna Office 403-854-3003 www.4YourEyesOnly.ca
Jacquie Mvula,
M.S., R.Aud 4806 – 51 Ave., Stettler, AB 403-742-EARS(3277) Open Monday to Friday 9:00a.m to 4:00p.m. (Closed over lunch & on holidays)
PERFORMANCE Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage
• Locks repinned & installed • Windshields repaired & installed • Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors • All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628
C.R. GLASS
LTD.
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403-742-4533
2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982
• Residential • Commercial • Automotive Needs 4607 - 59 St., Stettler (Beside A & W)
TEL: 403-742-6277 No. 5. 4707 - 42 Street Stettler, AB
Cleaning
1070
K K Keen een Klean lean • Carpet Cleaning • Carpet • Upholstry Cleaning Cleaning • Window Washing 403-742-6970
403-742-6970 403-740-9782
LOOKING FOR HOUSE CLEANING JOBS IN THE STETTLER AND BIG VALLEY AREA. Weekly & Bi weekly appointments available. Contact Terri at 403-876-2222
Health Care
1210
Chiropractor
4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta One block East of Scotia Bank
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
• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning & Pumps • 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize
3R
Stettler
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403-742-3007
403-742-5237
RECYCLE
YOUR
Ironman Scrap Metal Recovery picking up scrap again! Farm machinery, vehicles & industrial. Serving
PAPER!
Central AB. 403-318-4346
1310
R n S Painting For All Your Painting Needs
Painters/ Decorators
1310
1310
Custom window coverings and more
Legal Services
1260
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Lori R. Reule
Bev’s Valances Beverley Plett
bevplett@hotmail.com
LL. B.
THREE HILLS
Stettler Professional Building
403.443.5192
Fax 403.443.2407 Cell 403.443.0664
STETTLER
403.742.1965
Home Consultations • Shades & Blinds • Soft Treatments • Fabrics & Hardware
4819 51 Street
LAW OFFICE
Misc. Services
1290
Misc. Services
1290
IU’S TILE & STONE LIVSales and Installation Ceramic, Porcelain, Slate and Travertine Tile Natural and Manufactured Stone Kitchen, Bathroom, Fireplace Custom Showers and More‌
Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.
Liviu Oprea Cell: 403-740-9317 Email: mobiletile@telus.net
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB Phone 403-742-2529 Fax 403-742-2522 ourlaw2@telus.net
Gary G. Grant Law Office 4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Phone: 403-742-4437
1290
J & L Garages, Doors & More Jonathan & Elizabeth
Overhead Door; Supply, Install and Repair • Quality customer service • Competitive pricing • Family owned www.jandigarages.ca jandigarages@gmail.com Call Jon at 403-415-4294 Serving Alix, Alberta and surrounding area
RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)
Optometrist
Chiropractor
1330
1290
• Quality Work Comprehensive eye • Quality Paint health and vision exams • Drywall Repair Top quality frames, Interior - Exterior lenses and contacts Free Estimates Treatment of eye 403-741-5970 disease, injuries and surgical co-management Painters/
Dr. KERRY WONG
DR. D.G. BECKLUND
Plumbing & Heating
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
Painters/ Decorators
Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON
Misc. Services
Stettler, Alberta Box 1796 Phone 403-742-2998
TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca.
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Randy Long
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+).
Barristers and Solicitors Advocates
Misc. Services
1315
DO YOUR PART
1196 ANDERSON
HEARTLAND GLASS
Personal Services
1260
of McCuaig Desrochers
Dr. Patricia Ross Dr. P.G. Wilson Dr. D.A. Heimdahl
403-742-3411
403-742-2520
NEW SHOP FOR LEASE
Legal Services
BRYON D. BALTIMORE
“If It’s Electrical We Do It�
AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
LIFESTYLES
1210
Phone 403-742-2683 Decorators New patients welcome
1-877-223-3311 To Place Your Ad Now!
Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY
Health Care
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4190
BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage
Industrial
1010
Professional Accountants LLP
Box 190, Bay 5, 5002 51 Ave. Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0
5180
WRECKING AUTO-TRUCKS. Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports. We ship anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff. (Lloydminster). Reply 780-875-0270. North-East Recyclers truck up to 3 tons.
Accounting
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
at
5140
Tires, Parts Acces.
Business Services #1000 - #1430
Chapman and Co.
Barrister & Solicitor
THIS WEEK’S EYE SPY WINNER IS Duncan Babchuk Please come into the Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
Contractors
Brenda Anderson
5030
Acreages Mortgages Bought/Sold
If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by January 27, 2014 with
If you have a claim against this estate, you Cars must file your claim by January 13, 2014†and 2 0 0 4 M A Z D A 6 S p o r t , provide details of your loaded, hwy. kms., new claim with clutch, brakes, rotors, fuel Gary G. Grant pump, drive belt etc. Like Law Office new. $8000. 587-877-0122
Utility Trailers
403-309-3300 1-877-223-3311
Estate of
who died on September 26, 2013.
Transportation #5000-5300
today
October 18, 2013
CHRESTEN MELGAARD JENSEN (CHRIS JENSEN)
STETTLER MINI STORAGE
TO ADVE ADVERTISE ERTISE E YOU Y YOUR OU UR BUS BUSINESS SIINES NESS OR S SERVICE ER HERE CALL CLASSIFIEDS
who died on
3160
Household, furniture, business records, etc. Various sizes. Protected by security alarm and fenced and lighted perimeter. Owner: Reg and Darlene Hunter 403-740-9283 or 403-742-3153
6010
Business and Services Directory
403-415-4294
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Ukraine and the European Union Ukraine’s President Viktor Yanukovych had much explaining to do at the summit meeting of the European Union in Vilnius, Lithuania last Thursday. After six years of negotiation on an EU-Ukraine trade pact and political association agreement which was finally due to be signed at Vilnius, he had to explain why he wasn’t going to sign it after all. “The economic situation in Ukraine is very hard, and we have big difficulties with Moscow,” says Yanukovych in a private conversation with Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel that was broadcast by Lithuanian television. “I would like you to hear me. I was alone for three and a half years (since his election in 2010) in very unequal conditions with Russia... one to one.” So Ukraine is putting the deal on hold indefinitely – and the EU promptly accused Yanukovych of being gutless. “If you blink in front of Russia, you always end up in trouble,” said the EU’s Commissioner for Enlargement, Stefan Fule. “Yanukovych blinked too soon.” At least 10,000 outraged Ukrainians who had reached the same conclusion came out on the streets of Kiev in protest on the following day. It was starting to look like a rerun of the “Orange Revolution” that had forced Yanukovych out of power after he won a fraudulent election in 2004, so early Saturday morning the riot police attacked the protesters and drove them from the square. But on Sunday the demonstrators were back on Independence Square 100,000 strong, and Yanukovych had to issue a public apology for the attack. We’ve been here before, haven’t we? The big Russian bully threatens some ex-Soviet country that is now looking west, and the craven local ruler gives in. Pro-democracy demonstrators come out in the streets, and peace, justice and pro-Western policies triumph. Except this time, it’s not like that. The big Russian bully bit is still true. Moscow has already seen three of its former possessions in Europe – Lithuania, Latvia
and Estonia – join the European Union. It sees the future of the remaining six – Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan – as a zero-sum game between Russia and the EU, and it plays hard ball. Of those six, Azerbaijan and Belarus are dictatorships that have no desire or possibility of making a deal with the EU under their current rulers. The other four have been pursuing trade and association deals (which might eventually lead to EU membership), and Moscow has been trying hard to frighten them out of it and instead force them to join its “Eurasian Union”, an embryonic customs union that bears a curious resemblance to the old Soviet Union . After secret discussions with Russia in September, Armenia cancelled its association deal with the EU (which was due to be initialled at Vilnius), and joined the Eurasian Union instead. It’s just too dependent on trade with Russia. Georgia initialled its deal with the EU in Vilnius because it had nothing to lose: since its war with Russia in 2008 it has no trade with its giant neighbour anyway. Moldova came under extreme pressure when Moscow stopped importing Moldovan wines, the country’s most valuable export, but the Moldovans just sucked it up and initialled the EU deal anyway. The big issue, however, was always Ukraine. Russia has been turning the screws on Ukraine hard, because with 45 million people and a serious industrial base it is the most important of the ex-Soviet states. Ukraine’s trade in 2012 was almost equally split between Russia and the EU, but over the past year RussianUkrainian trade has fallen by a quarter. “That’s a huge blow to our economy and we can’t ignore it,” Ukraine’s
energy minister, Eduard Stavitsky, told the BBC. Stavitsky had asked repeatedly about getting compensation from the EU for the trade with Russia that Ukraine was losing as a punishment for its dalliance with “the West” – but “all we got were declarations that Ukraine would profit from a deal with the EU in the medium to long term.” Unfortunately, politicians have to live in the short term, and Yanukovych’s problem (and Ukraine’s) is that the country is divided down the middle. His supporters are mostly Russianspeakers who live in the heavily industrialised eastern half of the country – and those are the people who will really suffer if Russia cuts off its trade with Ukraine. Yanukovych would not have spent three and a half years negotiating a deal with the EU if he had no intention of ever going through with it. Why bother? He was trying to cut a deal that would satisfy the aspirations of pro-EU voters, especially in the nationalist, Ukrainian-speaking west of the country, without destroying the livelihood of his own supporters in the east. Either the EU didn’t understand his dilemma, or it didn’t care. It demanded that he choose between east and west, and made no offer to compensate Ukraine for its big shortterm losses if it signed a deal with the EU. So Yanukovych has put the whole thing on indefinite hold, but that doesn’t mean he’ll throw in his lot with the “Eurasian Union” instead. If he can ride out the demos that are currently rocking Kiev, then in the longer term he will probably make a cautious return to talks with the EU. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.
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Black swans deliver message of hope LORI WELBOURNE Independent columnist
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Scott Pfeiffer, president-elect of the Rotary Club of Stettler, presents librarian Mary Zazelenchuk with a $20,000 donation for the Stettler Public Library expansion last Friday. At right is Town of Stettler Coun. Darcy Bachman.
STETTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY REPORT Submitted by Crystal Friars A massive thank you from the library to the Rotary Club of Stettler! The Rotary Club donated $20,000 this week to the library renovation and expansion project. The funds are going towards a cozy seating and media area. So when you’re warming your hands by the beautiful fireplace on those chilly February days, think of the Rotary Club. Speaking of February, that’s when we expect to be open again in the Stettler Recreation Centre. In the meantime, you can always visit us at our temporary location across from Wells Furniture. Our annual craft extravaganza, Craftapalooza, is back on Saturday December 7 from 1 to 4 pm at the Stettler Public Library. Bring the kids for an afternoon of Christmas crafts, hot chocolate and cookies! It’s book club week again at the library. Readers’ Circle meets on Thursday December 5 at 7:30 pm and Between the Covers meets on Friday December 6 at 6:00 pm. Copies of books for each of our book clubs (“The Paris Wife” for Readers’ Circle and “Silver Linings Playbook” for Between the Covers) are available at the Stettler Public Library. Between the Covers book club includes delicious food! Why cook on a Friday night when you could hang out, talk books, and eat delicious things? The teen book club, Spine Crackers, is back on Tuesday December 17 at 5:00 pm when they will discuss “The Book Thief” in time for a discussion about the book and the movie! Did you know that you can now download magazines to your tablet or computer with your library membership? Zinio is a magazine service that contains over 100 popular magazines such as Canadian
Living, National Geographic, Hello, and more. They’re never overdue and they don’t have to be returned. Just register with Zinio using your library card and you’re good to go! Are your kids looking for something to do? Why not come to Something Cool after School on Wednesdays from 4 to 5 pm at the Library. An hour full of crafts, games, and an all-around good time! “Just Joking with Jennifer” is a fantastic program at the library. Happening on Tuesdays at 6:00pm, kids meet at the library for an hour filled with jokes, riddles, and games. Over the past three weeks, we have been having fun with activities such as funny-face competitions, make your own joke games, charades, and more. Preschoolers and their adults are invited to join Read and Rhyme Playtime on Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 am at the Stettler Recreation Centre in the upstairs meeting room. Join Kim as she leads you in songs, rhymes, stories and an all-around great time. Tutoring is back on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 pm to help people of any age with homework issues. Elaine will work with you map out math and science learning strategies. The Stettler Public Library will close at 5 pm on Thursday December 12 for staff holiday celebrations. The Library will close at 2 pm on Christmas Eve (December 24) and on New Year’s Eve (December 31). The library will be closed on December 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 and January 1. Regular hours will resume on January 2, 2014. Keep an eye out on the library’s website (spl.prl.ab.ca) and on our Facebook page (facebook.com/StettlerPublicLibrary) for events and updates.
For the last few years, every time I talked to my friend Kay Brown, I could see pain in her eyes. The physical suffering she had endured since her whiplash injury 17 years prior had become too much for her to manage, and the quality of her life was deteriorating at the same rate as the bone alignment of her diseased spine. As much as she wanted to distract herself with the company of friends, the agony she was in made her withdraw once it became all-consuming. Having normal conversations felt next to impossible. “I’d be talking to someone, already feeling terrible, and suddenly I’d get a jolt of unbearable pain that I wouldn’t be able to hide,” she explained. It became easier for her to just stay home than to try to be social. After years of being told nothing could be done, a surgeon named Dr. Kim in Houston, Texas, said the words she’d been praying to hear: he could fix her. “I sat across from that nice Asian doctor with his cute Texas accent and listened to him tell me that he could immediately eliminate 75 per cent of my pain with an operation he could do in his sleep,” she said. “He claimed the other 25
per cent would diminish over time. I was in shock.” Her friends and family were overjoyed at the news, and Kay was hopeful, but she couldn’t wrap her head around the staggering cost. “A one night stay in the hospital would be $80,000,” she said. “I couldn’t imagine coming up with that kind of money on top of the surgery and travel expenses.” Loved ones urged her to get the operation and figure out the finances later. Her new friends whom she had just met at the hotel in Houston, managed to get the hospital charges decreased. Now $30,000 would be required upfront, and an additional $20,000 afterward. Within one day some friends back home completely astonished her by coming up with the hefty loan for the down payment. Overwhelmed with emotion, Kay laid down on a lounge chair at the hotel. “When I opened my eyes a couple minutes later, three black swans were beside me,” she said. “They stayed with me for 40 minutes. It felt magical - like some kind of omen. At first, I didn’t want to Google the meaning of it, just in case it meant the kiss of death or something.” According to the Internet, the black beauties symbolized an epic event. That felt right to Kay. She
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went ahead and had the operation, and it was a huge success. Talking face to face with my friend is a different experience now. Her eyes still well up easily, not from shooting pain or despair, but from the love and support extended to her by her friends and family, and even complete strangers during her time of need. Her physical and mental transformation has come at a high price though, and her friends are now trying to help her pay the debt back. “Kay’s a hard working single mother of three daughters, and a respected business owner in our community,” said Dr. Dave Manns, her friend and chiropractor. “This woman has a heart of gold. I just hope that we can help her the way she would try to help any of us if the roles were reversed.” A fundraising event for her is being held on Saturday, December 7th at the Holiday Inn in West Kelowna. Auction items and cash donations are being gratefully accepted, and there are a few tickets left for sale. It is sure to be an epic event. The black swans from Texas confirmed it. To donate or read more information: CashMobForKay.com Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be reached at LoriWelbourne.com
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