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NO. 1 IN ALBERTA — The Stettler Storm defeated the Red Deer Chiefs 4-2 on Sunday in the gold-medal game at the provincial bantam A hockey championship in Grande Prairie. In the back row (from left) are manager Greg Switenky, head coach Ryan Robbins, Daniel Schwarzenberger, Carter Cooke, Brett Coleman, Brayden MacDonell, Paul du Toit, Euan Hanton, Brenden Tucker, Ryan Mielke, Dawson Beck, Cole Pedersen, Rylee Jacobson and assistant coaches Mike Tucker and Trevor Speakman. In the front row (from left) are Tye Mulgrove, Talon Conner, Jackson Zimmermann (standing) and James Switenky. In the foreground is Davin Nattestad. Stettler posted a 5-1 record in the three-day tournament and qualified for the final with a 3-2 semifinal win over St. Albert. For a story and more photos, see Page B3.
Police stop semi driver on DUI suspicion STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter
A Byemoor-area man has had his licence suspended after Stettler police caught him driving a semi truck while he appeared to be impaired Saturday night, RCMP reported this week. Police responded to multiple reports of an erratic driver in a transport truck at about 10:30 p.m. on Highway 12, near the Boston Pizza. They located the vehicle, driven by a 60-year-old man, as it was being driven erratically and in the wrong lane of traffic, police said. When police pulled over the driver, he refused to provide a breathalyzer sample to determine his inebriation, which carries a charge with penalties the same as if he had registered a blood-alcohol level over the legal limit, said Const. Bill Lewadniuk. He said that long-haul transport drivers are often the safest on Canada’s roads and police rarely have to stop those vehicles, except for “every few months.” The vehicle itself was seized for seven days, and due to changes in the traffic laws, the driver’s licence is suspended until the matter makes it through court. Lewadniuk said that under the old system, people who were caught while driving impaired had an automatic 30day suspension. The offenders would then delay the court dates, knowing they would not fare well before a judge and would continue to delay it so they would not lose their licence, the officer said. Under the new law, that tactic doesn’t necessarily work, he said.
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Cruising downtown on the weekend, Stettler police were busy with highway violations, including a suspected drunk driver. The transport wasn’t the only impaired charge laid last weekend in Stettler. Another driver ended up with a three-day suspension for having a blood-alcohol reading in the warning range. The vehicle is impounded for those days. Police responded to a call in Big Valley
where a man allegedly bashed the door handle off a residence door with a sledge hammer. The accused fled the scene, but returned the next day, and Const. Carter Boytinck responded to the complaint. The accused was located driving while disqualified and
without insurance, earning a 30-day vehicle impound and a court date. Stettler RCMP are focusing on vehicle restraints this month, with planned checks scheduled for the rest of March. They plan to check for seatbelt, child-seat and booster-seat compliance.
Internet shortage frustrates Stettler-area residents ROBIN TARNOWETZKI Independent reporter The investigation into solving Stettler’s Internet shortage continues, with town meetings with Telus and Shaw set for early April. “I would like to take the gloves off and be very critical,” said Darrin Bosomworth of Artemis Computers. Representatives from Telus don’t want anyone other than the town officials at that meeting. Bosomworth, who has been dealing with the Internet problem for the past year, would prefer to have someone better-versed in the technical side at the meeting, but he believes the town is prepared. “We’ve told them as much as I feel they need to know,” Bosomworth said. “I think, basically, the best information we can get will be what happens in these conversations with Shaw and Telus.” Affected businesses are growing increasingly irritated
with the Internet shortage. “The Internet is definitely slower than it is in town,” said Jen Henderson, who works in administration for Brennan Auto Body Repair Ltd. The biggest issue for her is that if the Internet cuts out, the debit machine defaults to the phone line, which is much slower. Brad Wohlgemuth of Auto Trust said that the business has experienced Internet problems since it opened six years ago, but that it’s become worse in the past three years. The software that the business uses requires a continuous Internet connection, which isn’t possible in that location. Within that software, users sometime have to wait 15 to 30 seconds between clicks, which Wohlgemuth said is “very time-consuming.” Henderson isn’t satisfied with how the town is handling the problem. “It almost seems like it’s swept under the rug,” she said. “Until somebody complains about it, they’re willing to do nothing.
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“Earlier, they (the town) didn’t seem to realize the scope of the problem and so not much happened.” Henderson added that the town seems to understand the issue and how much it affects people. There are at least two problems to solve: geographic and capacity issues. The fastest expanding parts of town — in particular, the east-ndustrial area — don’t have the infrastructure for reliable Internet service. As well, Stettler’s Internet providers — Shaw, Telus, and Xplornet — have more customers than their systems can sustain. The capacity issue is relatively easy to resolve, and both Telus and Shaw have committed to working on that prong of the problem. “Since the town and county have been involved, Telus and Shaw have been very open and forthcoming,” said Andrew Brysiuk, the director of technology with the County of Stettler. Continued on Page A2
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Submitted by Terri Mason The Canadian Cowboys’ Association has honoured one of the Stettler region’s matriarchs of rodeo. At the CCA’s annual convention last week, Elda Weatherly was presented with the coveted Gold Card membership. Elda Judita Turcato was born on the eve of the Second World War, and it has been a lifetime of explosive action ever since. She grew up on the family farm near Taber, but it wasn’t long before her interest in rodeo grew beyond sitting in the stands. She chose to get involved and started the critically important job of running the stopwatch for each event. Her precision made her a popular choice by both the contestants and the organizers, and it was also that accuracy and attention to detail that ushered her into university, where she earned her degree as a registered nurse. It was no surprise that she met her future husband, Stan Weatherly at a rodeo, back in the day when he competed as a steer wrestler and calf roper on the pro circuit. By 1963, they tied the knot. Already used to being around “hell-raisers,” they started their family and also began raising rough stock. In 1971, the couple formed their multi-award winning rodeo stock contracting business, Big Country Rodeo. Their growing success wasn’t a fluke, as Elda and
Stan spent endless hours planning their second-to-none rodeo productions that took them across the country from Falkland, B.C., to St. Tite, Que. Elda Weatherly has always been an integral part of the business, and there’s no business that needs a nurse more than rodeo. She enjoys travelling with her family on the rodeo trail, doing double and triple duty as the rodeo secretary or timer, the chief cook and face-washer. Plus, she has doctored everything from stock to contestants, kids to the crew. But more than the awards, perhaps the hardest to attain is the steadfast reputation of integrity and honesty earned by both Elda and her late husband. There aren’t too many contractors that have a “handshake” deal on a rodeo they’ve been producing for more than a quarter century. Today, with the great help of family and friends, the Weatherlys have been producing rodeos for more than 40 years. Testament to their ongoing success is a stunning collection of stock awards gracing the walls of Elda’s Botha home — a tribute to Big Country’s concentrated breeding program of four-legged superstars. Far from retired, Elda continues to criss-cross the country in Big Country stockliners. She’s an accomplished and trusted CCA rodeo secretary, perhaps the world’s happiest grandmother, and after all those years, is still cooking for the entire crew.
Capacity issues on agenda for next three to six months Continued from front page Based on Telus and Shaw’s estimates, Brysiuk expects to see the capacity issue resolved within three to six months. Aubrey Brown, the executivedirector of the Stettler Regional Board of Trade and Community Development, said that Shaw has decided to start a process called “node-splitting.” When a system is over capacity, the Internet provider can split the node and put some of customers on a second node. That is designed to improve congestion and is supposed to speed up the Internet service. Bosomworth said that Shaw has been promising the node-split “for some time,” but failing to deliver. Brown didn’t have a definite
timeline for when the split might be completed. The geographical issue is more difficult, because there’s a higher cost involved in improving the infrastructure. Neither Telus nor Shaw has committed anything firm to resolving the problems, town advocates say. Representatives from the town and county, among others, met with representatives from Axia to discuss bringing fiber to the premises (FTTP). FTTP is a system of fiberoptic cables that extend right to homes and businesses, and the main advantage is that FTTP is a lot faster than what Stettler has now. “We’re really excited for the possibility,” Brysiuk said. “It would bring an incredible level of
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Setting the record straight on health care Dear Editor: I have been tempted for several months now, to do a write-up of actions that are taken behind the scenes in our emergency room in Stettler. I was prompted, in a way, to do so after reading a recent letter to the editor of the Stettler Independent. In response to the letter, I want to quote one of my favourite writers, Mark Twain, “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It is what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” First, let us start with a bit of background information, and I have to mention that this is all my own personal experience and opinion. We are seven physicians working in a rotation of 24/7, year in, and year out. It doesn’t sound too bad if you say it fast, but believe me, it is taxing! During a typical weekday, approximately 48 to 65 patients will be served in the ER. An ER shift starts at 7 or 8 a.m., and will continue for 24 hours. The next day, after the 24-hour shift, is a normal work day at the clinic. Starting at 7:30 a.m. doing rounds, and ending around 5 and 6 o’clock in the afternoon, taking into consideration the paperwork that piled up at the clinic during the emergency room shift. My math teacher would be proud of me for calculating that this is a 34-36 hour workday. It is a very frequent occurrence not to get any sleep. Due to the workload we are experiencing in Stettler, we cannot afford to take the next day off like it is done in other cities and towns in Alberta. Please forgive me if my smile doesn’t extend as far as it usually does, after typically missing lunch, and sometimes supper on my oncall day, adding severe sleep deprivation to the concoction. I further have to ask for forgiveness if I have
to perform a caesarean section while doing an ER shift, deliver a baby, perform a resuscitation on a patient in acute care, because it will take me away from the emergency room. This yet again, is not an uncommon occurrence as many of the young moms with newborns will testify to. I want to throw out an invitation to notify me of any other occupation the same gruelling schedule. Pilots, bus drivers, etc., are prevented by law to work extended hours. It always amuses me that emergency care workers are often exempt from these laws. Furthermore, I will have to add that the emergency room physician is not only responsible for the emergency room, but for acute care with 32 beds, long-term care with 100 beds, and frequently for labour and delivery, epidurals, anaesthetics etc. As frustrating as it sometimes may be to patients waiting in the emergency room, I remain dedicated to my task at hand, which is NOT limited to the emergency room. When an ER physician is absent, he/she is more likely than not, busy in the hospital somewhere else or perhaps there is a slim chance that he/she may be having lunch. It is therefore impossible for this ER to be physically manned by a physician for 24 hours on-site. Next look at other hospitals, specifically Red Deer, since it was brought up in the letter written to the editor. I looked at the statistics compiled by Alberta Health Services throughout all healthcare facilities in the central zone. Stettler emergency room, despite the fact that it’s in the so-called small community in rural Alberta, consistently sees 27% of the volume that is going through Red Deer emergency room. Thus, for every patient seen in the Stettler emergency room, 3.6 patients will be seen in Red Deer.
This, despite the fact that Stettler has a population of 5500 people versus Red Deer with a population of 100,000 people. Interesting, isn’t it? The conclusion I have come to, is that the geographic area we are drawing is populated by 26,000 people, which correlates well with what businesses are experiencing. A second factor, is the shortages of physicians. Let’s look at the math again. Stettler has seven physicians working covering the ER 24/7 as an added service to the public, but first of all are family docs, doubling up obstetricians, anaesthesiologists and hospitalists. Red Deer has twenty dedicated ER docs, doing only ER shifts. Now let’s have a look at Drumheller , a town with a population of almost one-third more than Stettler. We have seen almost 2700 patients more than Drumheller in the 2012-13 year. If we had seen 990 patients more, a proverbial drop in the bucket, we would’ve seen exactly the same number of patients the Camrose emergency room have seen. Camrose is a city. Enough said. I guess I’m trying to convey that we are desperately short of physicians, and it’s not for lack of trying, it’s a province wide phenomenon. It remains exceedingly challenging to recruit physicians for rural areas, especially with the irregular and extended hours that rural physicians have to contend with. It prevents family orientated physicians, in most cases, from going to small rural hospitals. Now let’s go closer to home. When I first came to Stettler almost 12 years ago, we consulted approximately 4,000 to 5,000 patients a year in the ER. The emergency room was adequate for that. One RN and one LPN were allocated specifically
to the emergency room. Let’s turn the clock 11 years forward. We still have only one RN and one LPN on duty in the ER. We remain at seven physicians. Three and a half times the volume of 11 years ago are going through the emergency room. It doesn’t take rocket science to do this math. We are precariously balancing this act. Hats off to our staff sharing this workload with us. Despite the circumstances and volumes we have to contend with, patients are waiting half the time they do in Red Deer ER, contrary to belief. We, however, have to content with the “McDonald’s phenomenom,” where the “drive in, drive out” expectation is prevalent in the Western culture. I remember my dad saying to me, after I started attending medical school. “Phil,” he said, “remember that people believe the best doctor is in the neighbouring town.” My dad is profoundly wise. Another fact I would like to bring to light, is that all patients presenting to the emergency room, are triaged. Serious cases are seen first, and not so serious, are seen last. The vast majority of complaints we have received, relate to wait times. Could there perhaps be a reason why you are waiting “too long”? I believe in order to keep the emergency room efficient, we have to limit walk-ins, and keep the emergency room for what it is intended to be-for emergencies. I do realize that non-urgent cases need to be seen as well, but this is an unfortunate circumstance that we are working on continuously to resolve. Anybody have a family member with a medical degree, who is willing to work in Stettler? And, no, ma’am, nobody was handsomely paid for the care you didn’t receive.
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‘My job to ensure tax dollars aren’t abused’ During the week of March 10, I addressed some very disturbing expenses within the provincial Tourism Ministry, submitted by the Travel Alberta executive leadership team. As the critic for Tourism Parks and Recreation, it was my responsibility to address this situation with the Minister of Tourism in the Legislature. The questioning of the Tourism Minster took place over three days of session, from March 10 to March 12. The questionable expenses included inquiries into the following: An $8,800 flight to Singapore and Tokyo, first class, in June 2013. The purpose of the flight was to negotiate a contract with the current CFO. The government policy allows for business class, not executive class. A $2,000 dinner in the private dining room at the Hardware Grill in December 2013. A $900 dinner in February 2013 with Parks Canada. $295 was spent on alcohol. An $839 dinner at Grizzly House in Banff. In attendance was the CEO’s wife. The cost was not economical and included families of employees. It was labelled, “a team dinner.” In July 2013, the CEO expensed a $150 tuxedo rental as a hospitality expense to attend the Banff Center’s Mid-
From the Legislature MLA Report by Rick Strankman summer ball. The person in question earns $240,000/yr in base salary plus $150,000 in benefits. In response to my questions on the first day, the Minister attempted to outline the entire Tourism industry and its value to Alberta in an attempt to justify the luxurious expense claims by the CEO. On the second day of questions to the Minister, he was asked why someone who is paid $390,000 a year needs us to rent him a suit. Help me out here, we pay bureaucrats exorbitant wages, and they’re telling us that taxpayers should dress them as well. Why? Again the Minister went into a diatribe about the Tourism industry’s value to Alberta avoiding the issue completely.
After two straight days of frustrating non-answers provided by the Minister, I decided to drive my point home to him about how inappropriate and wrong these expense claims really are. To that end, I donned a rented Tuxedo for $130 that I paid for myself. Judging from the responses provided by the Minister, it appears the mentality of the Alberta government is that they are indeed entitled to their entitlements. In a letter addressed to the Auditor General, I have requested that these expenses be investigated to determine their legitimacy. In the letter, I expressed that my fear is the expense policy enacted by the Government of Alberta, is not misunderstood, but being deliberately misinterpreted. I hope the Auditor’s office can get to the bottom of these expenses and reassure Albertans that their tax dollars are being used economically and prudently. As the representative in the Alberta Legislature for the riding of Drumheller Stettler and the Wildrose Official Opposition critic for Tourism Parks and Recreation, I feel it is not only my job, but my duty to advocate on behalf of every Albertan to ensure that your hard-earned tax dollars are not abused. Rick Strankman is the MLA for Drumheller-Stettler.
Korean trade agreement only hits the reset button Government PR spin surrounding the Canada/South Korea free trade agreement seems to imply that agriculture exports from Canada to South Korea are going to skyrocket by the millions of dollars. News releases trot out data touting all the potential sales now that tariff barriers are being reduced or eliminated. But like most issues that have political agendas and vested interests there is more to the story, and more so with agriculture which is the most politicized industry in world trade. Every free trade agreement seems to agonize over agriculture sensitivities. The reality is that every country that favours free trade also protects some sector of its domestic agricultural production from foreign imports and competition. Although that may seem hypocritical to free market purists, agriculture and food are fraught with domestic political aspects, economic realities and cultural/historical considerations. Most of those factors trump free trade principles and are frustratingly impossible to resolve. The underlying issue with agriculture is food security, and that’s hard to negotiate away. The most political is clearly beef products. In the recent Canada/European Union (EU) free trade understanding, the Europeans maintained their ban on hormone-added beef
and merely increased its beef import quotas, that’s not free trade. They agreed to consider simplifying their complex beef import permit process which acted as a non-tariff barrier to beef imports from North America. In exchange for that paltry trade crumb, Canada will allow an increase in quota for more high-end EU cheese imports. There is potential for more beef exports to the EU as access becomes easier, but that opportunity won’t be restricted to just Canadian beef. For Canadian beef exports, the new agreement basically offers what was already contained in the USA/ South Korea Free Trade Agreement. That would be a 10 year tariff reduction schedule, the only difference being the Americans are two years ahead of Canada. That means Canadian beef exports will be at a tariff disadvantage to American beef until the schedule is completed. Only a devalued Canadian loonie can level that situation. In the end,
all the deal will do is restore the share Canada had of the Korean beef trade it had before the American/ Korean free trade agreement. Any increases will be incremental and due more to hard fought competition by Canadian exporters. Another misleading aspect of free trade agreements is that they open up vast new markets for Canadian agriculture exports. That would be true if those vast new markets were not already being served by other suppliers that are competitors to Canadian agriculture products. What both recent agreements actually do is allow Canadian agriculture and food exporters the privilege of competing for markets against other foreign marketers on a more or less level playing field. That provides for more potential exports, but does not guarantee the hundreds of millions in increased sales as government Ministers like to tout. South Korea already had free trade agreements with the USA, Australia and the EU. One can expect that all of those agreements will basically treat every country equally — that being allowing them all to compete fairly with each other to supply the South Korean market with food products. The much promoted Canada/EU understanding is far behind the recent Korean agreement; it’s yet to be ratified by EU member countries and
faces further excruciating negotiations over the details. In the end no one expects the Canadian agreement to be any different from the pending USA/EU trade agreement when it comes to more agricultural exports to the EU. You can also expect that traditional food suppliers to the EU like Australia, New Zealand, Brazil and Argentina will all be demanding their own free trade agreements with the EU to protect their traditional market shares. What may happen in the long run is that cheaper beef imports will increase the market for all exporters to Korea including Canada. Free trade agreements are a positive development in world trade as they strive to level the field for exporting countries. But that doesn’t always apply to the agriculture and food trade where domestic considerations can overrule common sense and science. It hampers both imports and exports and it usually affects the price consumers pay for food. Canada plays that game in protecting our dairy and poultry industries by controlling the supply and prices. Trade liberalization is a slow process for agriculture and food, the unknown is whether an increasing world population with more money to spend will expedite that process through more demand for food products.
Alberta stands to gain from Canadian-Korean trade deal Again, many constituents are talking about the prospects of a new international trade agreement for Canada — this time with Korea. Alberta stands to benefit significantly from preferred access to the South Korean market. South Korea is already Alberta’s fifth-largest export destination, with exports from 2010 to 2012 worth an annual average of approximately $628.2 million. The Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement will provide Canadian businesses and workers with unprecedented access to Korea, which has an annual GDP of $1.1 trillion and a population of 50 million people. This is Canada’s first free trade agreement with an Asian market and it is forecast to create thousands of new jobs in Canada and provide Canadian businesses and workers with a gateway to Asia, enhancing our global competitiveness. It will also level the playing field for Canadian companies competing with Korea’s other trading partners, including the United States and the European Union, who already have free trade agreements with Korea. Our riding is strongly based in agriculture and we are one of the chief benefactors of free trade agreements, including the one with Europe that our Conservative government reached last November. The Canada-Korea FTA
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Stettler police officer bound for RCMP musical ride STACEY LAVALLIE Independent reporter
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Const. Sarah MacQuarrie of the Stettler RCMP detachment sits on her horse during her six-week entry course for the RCMP musical ride. Her audition took place last November and December. She leaves Stettler at the end of May for the second part of the training program.
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Stettler Middle School students gather outside the school last Wednesday during a flag-lowering ceremony that commemorated Canada’s role in the Afghanistan mission.
Students pause to remember before school break By Caitlin Forseth and Kalysta Miller Stettler Middle School We would like to start off by sending a big thank you to Atco Electric for their donation of a couple microwaves for our students to use at lunch. In celebration of Middle Level Education month, SMS is putting on a few fun events. It started with a student appreciation breakfast being hosted by all staff on Tuesday, March 11. The staff was at school early to flip pancakes and ham, and offer fruit and juice boxes for students to eat before starting their regular day. A special thank-you goes out to all staff members for putting on a delicious breakfast. When you enter our school, you will be met with a banner that starts with “I’m lucky to be working in the Stettler Middle School because…” and shamrocks placed underneath it with statements that finish the above sentence.
Everyone on staff filled out the shamrocks. In conclusion to our celebrations at the school for Middle Level Education month, we are hosting the first Middle School Appreciation Open House for everyone today at SMS. Everyone is invited to come in an walk around our school, check out student work on display, meet with staff, check out the classes, and maybe even visit with school board members. The school board is hosting their meeting today in our school from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the art room. Some classes will be able to sit in and watch the meeting in progress. We hope to see a lot of people in our school today. The Little Caesars pizza fundraiser has come to an end. The students raised over $1400, which will go to our students’ union to be used to fund things l i ke ex t r a - c u r r i c u l a r a c t iv i t i e s a n d dances. The kits are getting delivered
to the school tomorrow to be picked up between 12:10 and 12:50 p.m. For the past month, SMS has welcomed a student teacher studying at the University of Alberta to become a teacher. She is in her last year of the program and is joining us to get experience in the classroom. She has been working in P.E. and social studies classes and will be with us until the end of April. This past Wednesday, our school Reach teams headed to Ponoka for their last tournament of the season. Our students did very well with one team tying for third place and the other team coming in fourth. Congratulations to both teams on a successful season and thanks to Miss Damberger and Mrs. Hawkins for being devoted coaches. Also on Wednesday, we lowered our flag at 9 a.m., while the grades 7 and 8 band members played Oh Canada. It was in recognition of the last Canadian troops left in Afghanistan coming
home for good. All students and staff were outside during this historic event. This past week, Ms. Foster’s grade seven science classes built their final exam project with only thirty marshmallows and thirty toothpicks. Their structures will be tested to see how many textbooks it can hold and to see if one of them can beat the school record from last year of thirteen science textbooks. Can’t wait to hear the results! Starting in April, Mr. Peters will be running a hunter’s education course for any SMS students who want to participate. The fee will be $90 and if you would like more information, please contact Mr. Peters at the school. On Friday, we will be having our next afternoon school dance as a way to kick off spring break. Students have the choice of dancing in the gym or going to the library to play games. We wish everyone a fun and relaxing spring break!
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Elementary entries advance to regional science fair By Bonnie Lynn Stettler Elementary School SES teachers are back from a very successful teachers’ convention in Edmonton on March 6 and 7. Some of the Grade 1 teachers learned a new writing technique using story mats, and their classes have been busy writing and illustrating amazing stories about leprechauns. Congratulations to all Grade 5 students that created science fair projects and presented them to the public on Feb. 28. There were many interesting and informative investigations completed. Nine high-quality projects have now been chosen to represent SES at the Centeral Alberta Regional Science Fair on April 11 and 12 at the Bower Mall in Red Deer. Those qualifying entries are (in
no particular order): Faith Shuckburgh — “5 Seconds to a Stomachache” Nicholas Deaver — “Sports Drinks - Are They Worth It?” Emma Werbowesky/Elisa Collard — “Who Wants Popcorn?” Chloe Strohschein/Jaden Norman — “H2O Effects” Hannah Moon/Cassidy UnKauf — “Tsunamis” Jenna Vowles/Hayley Ripley —“Brawny Bridges” Kyla Johnston/Carly Jones —“Melting Ice!” Katie Satre/Rylee Frank — “Cool Mint” Shay Anderson/Reece Kranzler — “Machines vs. Sports” Grade 3 classrooms are participating in Scholastic Book Club’s “Classrooms Care” project. Each SES grade three classroom will try to read 100 books between now and the end of May. For every
classroom that meets the challenge, Scholastic will donate 100 books to disadvantaged children across the country. Happy reading, Grade 3 students. Kindergarten classes brought in leprechaun traps that they made at home with their parents. Their designs were successful as they attracted leprechauns who sprung the traps and then disappeared. A photo with a leprechaun stuck in the trap was left behind, as well as a treat. Sneaky little guys! Just a reminder that report cards came home Monday and parentteacher interviews (if requested by either the teacher or the parent) will be on Thursday, March 20. Spring break will be during the week of March 24-28. Enjoy the time with your family and friends, and we will see everyone back at school on Monday, March 31.
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The Members will consider the passing of a Special Resolution. The Special Resolution Motion is provided below: BE IT RESOLVED THAT Having been presented with the Amalgamation Agreement for the amalgamation of the Battle River Credit Union Ltd. and the Caisse Horizon Credit Union Ltd. and upon hearing the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the Battle River Credit Union Ltd. that it is in the best interest of the Battle River Credit Union Ltd. to enter into the Amalgamation Agreement and to continue operations as the amalgamated credit union*, the members approve the Amalgamation Agreement. Summary of the Amalgamation Agreement:
The board of directors of both Battle River and Horizon have completed the necessary due diligence and they are recommending that the members of Battle River and Horizon approve the Amalgamation Agreement. The proposed new credit union will create a +$800 million credit union serving the needs of 23,000 members through seventeen full-service locations. The new credit union will operate under a new name that will be identified in March 2014 and will take effect May 1, 2014. The proposed merger has the unanimous support of the Boards of Directors of both Battle River and Horizon credit unions. The shared future vision is a credit union that is operationally competitive and differentiated through its service levels and support for community. The members of Battle River and Horizon will immediately benefit from a larger and more diverse credit union that is able to offer a broader range of products and services including access to specialized resources, wealth and advisory services and greater depth in the area of agricultural lending. Horizon’s staff and members will benefit from a larger and more robust management team that will provide executive leadership to the credit union’s various functions and business lines.
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The new credit union will have the capacity to increase its support for risk management and administrative functions to ensure that the assets of members are even better protected in the future than they are today. Finally, the merger will create new economies of scale that will drive enhanced profitability and the ability to invest in expanded services and/or returns for the members. The amalgamated credit union will have seventeen branches located throughout north central and north west Alberta, comprised of the current eleven Battle River branches and the current six Horizon branches (the “Amalco*”). Consistent with prudent business practices all business areas of Amalco will be assessed for viability on an ongoing basis. Should Amalco discover that any one business area is not contributing to the corporate goals and strategy, the Board may elect to discontinue this business area of the Amalco operations. The Amalgamation Agreement also includes the bylaws for the Amalco. The bylaws are available at your local branch. The board of directors of Battle River and Horizon have recommended the bylaws for the Amalco for member approval. The board of directors of the Amalco will continue to be elected from Battle River and Horizon service areas, and represent all regions. The Board will initially consist of 12 members. The Members of both Battle River and Horizon will become members of the Amalco with all of the rights and privileges they currently enjoy. The Amalco will continue to operate under the existing management structure. The head office for the Amalco will be located in Camrose, Alberta and the current CEO of Horizon will take on the position of Vice President North. Battle River is currently the highest ranking credit union in the province in terms of capital levels. Horizon has a strong foundation of loyal members and talented staff and the communities Horizon serves present growth opportunities for the future. Horizon lacks the economies of scale and resources that will be necessary to adequately invest in the future, given the increasingly competitive market. The combined assets of Battle River and Horizon will result in a $800 million credit union which will be the second highest ranked credit union in terms of capital levels, serving over 25,000 members. The transition cost to complete the amalgamation, including professional fees, amalgamation of internal systems, branding, signage, and related cost is estimated to be $1,000,000.00. Currently members of Battle River each hold one share at par value of $1 per share and Horizon members hold 25 shares at a par value of $1 per share. Following the amalgamation there will be a mandatory redemption of 24 shares for each Horizon member. The total cost of this redemption will be approximately $120,000.00.
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Stettler Public Library By Crystal Friars Stettler Public Library We are home at the Stettler Recreation Centre and we are happy to be back! Come on in and check out our new and wonderful space. Our entire collection is back on the shelves and available for you to peruse at your leisure. The Stettler Public Library is back to its pre-renovation hours at the Stettler Recreation Centre. These hours are: Monday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 am to 6 p.m.; Sunday closed. As the new front entry to the SRC is not yet complete, there is no outside book drop at the Recreation Centre. Because of that, please return your items to the library during open hours. Take a look at what is coming up at the library now that things are back to normal! The Stettler Public Library will be at the Stettler Trade Show between Friday, April 11 and Sunday, April 13. Stop by and talk with library staff and board members to discuss what is in store for the Library in the future. This is a great time to give us your feedback about our services and programs. The Stettler Friends of the Library will be hosting a book sale the same weekend as
the trade show, but it will not run as long. The hours for the book sale are 10 am to 8 pm on Friday, April 11, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. The book sale will be held upstairs in the Studio Room at the Stettler Recreation Centre. If you have books that you would like to donate for our book sale, we will happily accept them. For March break, the Stettler Public Library is going to celebrate the wonders of gaming with Video Game Days. Try out online games, Xbox One, Playstation 4 and Nintendo WiiU. Watch our website (spl.prl.ab.ca) and check our Facebook page for updates on the gaming fun! Put these dates on your calendar and watch for additional information: Saturday, April 12 in the afternoon — Calfskit (children’s improv group from Red Deer). Tuesday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. — William Boulton, author of “I Miss Me” speaks about his experiences and his book. Saturday, May 3 at 7 p.m. — Bubbles & Bling Ladies’ Night. Thursday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. — Ray McGinnis “Writing Through Grief and Loss” workshop.
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Stettler figure skaters rehearse their routine last week as they prepare for this Sunday’s season-ending carnival performance at the Stettler Recreation Centre.
Stettler skaters to step into showtime spotlight By Robin Tarnowetzki Stettler Independent The Stettler Figure Skating Club is gearing up to have its annual year-end carnival this Sunday, and the students will skate to songs from Wicked. Coach Cindy Savage said there will be theatre and lipsyncing in this year’s performance. “It will be run like a production, like a Broadway musical,” Savage said. “It will run from start to finish — and there will be no stopping in the middle.”
Sixty students from age three to 17 will bring 20 different scenes to life for the audience. Tickets are $10 and children five and under are free. The skaters come from Stettler and area, including Forestburg, Big Valley and Erskine. “It’s just a big chance to showcase the kids’ talents and their ability, things they worked on the entire year,” Savage said. The show will feature group performances, solos and duets. She said the club had a successful year, with competitions in Airdrie and St. Albert, among others. The last
competition of the year is in Olds the week after carnival, which will wrap up the skating year. Savage said she expects to get a good turnout, and that each carnival is bigger than the last. “I’ve been with the club since 2000, and every year, the carnival gets stronger and stronger,” she said. Savage said the year went well as far as competitions go, but the highlight of her year is planning the carnival. “It’s definitely one of my favourite times of year,” she said. “I enjoy working with the kids and the parents, and it’s nice to see everybody pull through as a community and as a group.”
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PUCK PURSUIT Stettler’s Kuefler makes his mark in minor hockey JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor
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Daylan Kuefler, 12, of the Stettler Storm peewee A team was the second-leading scorer in the North Central Minor Hockey Association this season. Kuefler scored 47 goals and 77 points in 22 regular-season games.
Daylan Kuefler is a boy for all seasons, with one sport or another occupying his childhood year-round. Kuefler, who just turned 12 last month, is the top scorer with the Stettler peewee A hockey team bound for the provincial championship this weekend in Red Deer. “I’m just starting badminton this year, and I play basketball, soccer, spring hockey, and volleyball,” he said. “I try to play all our school sports, if it doesn’t interfere with hockey. “Oh, and golf. I play golf, too. I golfed 80 or 90 rounds two years in a row now.” Kuefler’s love of hockey is always in the forefront, whether he’s playing mini-sticks with friends in the basement, or winning a provincial championship on the ice, as he did last year as an under-ager with the Stettler Storm peewee A club, also known as the DQ Blizzards. “That’s the one I want to excel at, as I get older,” he said of hockey. “Once I get a little bit older, I want to play, like, AA or AAA, or something like that, and then just try to excel at hockey.” Kuefler, a five-foot-two, 100-pound centre, is already excelling at hockey. Playing against mostly older players, he was the second-best scorer in the North Central Minor Hockey Association this season, with 47 goals and 77 points in 22 games. He finished nine points behind league scoring champion Braden Streich, who had 56 goals and 86 points in 21 games with the Thunderstars. Kuefler was also a scoring threat last season as the youngest player with the Stettler team that won the provincial title in dramatic fashion last March at Hinton. He believes that this year’s Stettler team is a worthy opponent because the lineup is loaded with talented and hardworking players who thrive on optimism. “I think we’ll do pretty good,” Kuefler said. “I think we have a chance of winning again this year, because we’ve got a really strong team. Last year (winning provincial gold) was a thing you’ll remember forever. It was really cool. To do it again would be even cooler. Winning provincials and playoffs would be crazy.” Continued on Page B2
William E. Hay goes round the clock for kids JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor
William E. Hay Composite High School students, teachers and alumni collaborated on the weekend for a 24hour charity basketball game. The student-led fundraiser for KidSport began after school Friday and lasted through 3 p.m. Saturday in the school gym — and netted about $2,700. Two Grade 9 students — junior varsity basketball teammates Jordan Lane and Alex Leblanc — went the extra mile and remained at the school for the full 24 hours. Along with their friends and teammates, they camped out between oncourt sessions. “At first, I thought I was just going to come out for a couple of hours and play with some of my friends from Grade 9, but they convinced me to stay a little longer,” Leblanc said Saturday. “A lot longer, actually, because I stayed for the whole 24 hours. “It was pretty fun. A good time. I guess I never stayed overnight in school before. Usually, you wouldn’t want to spend your Saturday at school, but it was a lot of fun.” Leblanc credited Lane for suggesting early Saturday morning that they become gym rats for the duration. “I tried to sleep here (in the gym) for a little bit, but couldn’t fall asleep, so I went into one of the teacher’s rooms and she had a couch in there, so I just slept on the couch for a little bit,” Leblanc re-
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Will Roberts (left), Alex Leblanc and Jordan Lane take a break Saturday afternoon after playing in the 24-hour basketball game at the William E. Hay school gym.
counted after the final buzzer. “I guess I had an hour nap and then came out and played more basketball. “When I woke up, most of my friends had gone home, and I asked Jordan if we were going to leave, but he said, ‘No, we might as well just stay for the whole thing if we were already here for this long.’ ”
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With the competitive basketball season finishing a week earlier, Lane jumped at the opportunity to play more hoops. “I didn’t really have anything else to do, and I was, like, ‘Hey, this looks like fun,’ ” he said. “I wasn’t planning on playing 24 hours, but I was, like, ‘I don’t want to
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go home now.’ And that happened every two-hour shift. “You played two hours, and then a new game would start as more people came. At one point, we had a five-on-five game where one team got up to 180 points.” Lane, 14, managed to squeeze in a few hours of sleep in a makeshift bed. “I built a fort out of the mats,” he said. “Me and (Grade 10 student) Kyle Poapst built a fort and we slept in there. I got a two-hour nap, so it was pretty good. That was around 4 o’clock in the morning. “We woke up and I saw they were playing basketball, so I was, like, ‘I’ll see if I can get in the game,’ because this is the last basketball I have (this season), actual competition.” Lane planned to rest Saturday night before heading to Edmonton on Sunday for a Battle River Shock midget football practice. Leblanc also banked on an extended makeup sleep overnight Saturday. “Oh, hopefully, a really good long sleep, maybe sleep in a little bit (Sunday) morning,” he said with a smile. Nick Baharally, a senior varsity player and one of the charity game organizers, watched with gratitude Saturday afternoon as Lane and Leblanc completed their marathon effort. “Some of them didn’t leave the gym, or the school, at all, which was pretty impressive,” Baharally said. “We didn’t really expect that from anyone, but it’s awesome that they came and they stayed.” Continued on Page B2
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‘It’s kind of all about Phoenix’ — Kuefler Continued from Page B1 Stettler faced a tough test in the best-of-three North Central league final against the Bentley Bruins. Kuefler scored two goals and set up another Monday night as host Stettler won 4-2 to take the series 2-1. That series gave Stettler a warmup of sorts for the provincial tournament, which begins Friday at Kinsmen Twin Arenas in Red Deer. Even with his lofty statistics, Kuefler doesn’t take offence for granted, knowing that opponents are trying to thwart Stettler’s multiple scoring sources. “It’s a challenge, for sure,” he said. “You’ve just got to keep fighting through it. It’s never easy.” Stettler Minor Hockey Association president Jason Hegberg is in his second year as the peewee A head coach. His assistants — Neil Heck, Kyle Shingoose and Mike Kuefler (Daylan’s father) — all have sons on the team. “They’re all really good coaches,” Daylan Kuefler said. “And Jason Hegberg doesn’t even have any kids on our team, so he puts a lot of time into it for us. “He is the best coach I’ve ever had.” Hegberg has major junior, Canadian university and minor-pro playing experience, so when he speaks, the kids listen. And the lessons aren’t all about hockey. “He encourages us to be confident about the team and how the game is going,” Kuefler said. “Just always have a positive attitude and it will take us a little bit farther. “Off the ice, he said, ‘Don’t be like those kids that are running around the rink and doing all that stuff.’ Even in a different arena, like at tournaments,
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he said, ‘You’re representing Stettler, so you have to be good. Be nice people.’ ” Kuefler’s hockey role models run the gamut from Danton Davis, a Sherwood Park midget AAA player formerly of Stettler, to NHL veteran Shane Doan, the Halkirk native who captains the Phoenix Coyotes. Doan, who scored his 350th career NHL goal last Saturday as Phoenix beat the Calgary Flames 3-2, celebrated another milestone last week when he played in his 1,300th NHL game. “My dad played hockey with (Doan) when they were younger, so I got to meet him a couple of times,” Kuefler said. “I thought that was really cool, too, so I was, like, ‘I want to be just like him.’ ” It’s no coincidence that Doan is Kuefler’s favourite NHL player and the Coyotes are his favourite team. “It’s kind of all about Phoenix,” said a smiling Kuefler, who has a giant Doan photograph decorating a wall in his basement. Not far away is his ministicks central room, where his teammates often show up to play. “You go through a lot of jeans,” he said. When the weather turns favourable, road hockey becomes the order of the day. Teammates and friends are one and the same. “Hockey is somewhere you can meet a whole bunch of friends, and it’s really a lot of fun,” Kuefler said. “It was really cool (playing with older players). I have friends that are younger than me, and older than me, so I even got to meet older friends, too, and it was cool.” Kuefler’s hockey-minded family includes his mother Sherri, the manager of the peewee A team, and sister Maddie, who plays with the Stettler bantam girls.
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Kuefler is a Grade 6 student at Stettler Middle School. He wears an A as an assistant captain with the Stettler peewees. The captain is Rhett Shingoose and the other assistants are Alex DeYoung and Austin Jacobson. In an exhibition game this season against Lacombe, Kuefler collected 11 points. “I think I had five goals in that game,” he said. Kuefler netted four goals in a playoff-opening victory over Blackfalds. He has nine goals and 12 points in five playoff games. “It’s great to see a young guy have such a drive for the game,” Hegberg said. “He loves having the puck on his stick. He loves to score goals. He’s got lots of skill. “But just like anybody else, he has a lot of things that he’s got to work on. You know what he can do, so you’ve got to focus on the things that maybe he’s not doing well and try to push him harder to work on those things. But overall, he’s been a pleasure to coach over the last few years — same with everybody else.” In the regular season, Shingoose finished fourth in league scoring, with 35 goals and 60 points in 22 games. Isaac Lee, Beau Cooper, DeYoung and Jackson Squires were among the Stettler players who finished in the top 15 in NCMHA scoring. Along with many other Canadians, Kuefler woke up at 5 a.m. on Feb. 23 to watch Canada win Olympic gold at Sochi, Russia. “It was pretty cool,” he said. “For early morning practices, (waking up is) not as bad, because I’ve got to get up and go play hockey. So it’s not as bad as when I have to wake up for school. Then, it’s like, argh.”
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Baharally reported that 41 students, teachers and Wildcat alumni participated in the inaugural event. “That’s pretty good, to get 41 people to commit to coming out all sorts of hours of the day, it was good to see,” he said. “Some of them gave their whole weekend.” Baharally and fellow student organizer Brooke Torgerson are part of the school’s athletic board, which staged the fundraiser. “We decided we wanted to do something to give back to the community, and the idea of a 24-hour basketball game came up,” said Torgerson, a member of the senior girls’ varsity team. “So then we had to decide who we wanted to give the money, from the proceeds. We bounced back and forth (in considering) a few groups. At first, we thought FCSS, but then we decided something more sport-
related would be better, so we approached KidSport and went about it that way. “I think about $2,700 was raised, so that surpassed our goal of $2,000.” Baharally and Torgerson graduate this year, but they hope other students and teachers will pick up the ball and continue the fundraiser next year. “It was nice to see that people participated as much as they did and that we had that big of a turnout for our first year of doing it — in a long time, anyway,” Torgerson said. “We had a lot of teacher support behind us, too, which was nice. When we first approached teachers, they were all for it.” At least half-a-dozen teachers participated in the game. Among them was junior varsity basketball coach Adam McRae, who played for more than 10 hours in two sessions Friday and another Saturday.
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six hours himself over three two-hour sessions. “It was good that the teachers were supportive of it and wanted to come out. Teachers, too, that don’t even really have anything to do with athletics in our school were here at 5 o’clock in the morning, 3 o’clock in the morning, which was nice to see.” In similar fashion, students who don’t play with school basketball teams also participated in the game. Will Roberts, a Grade 10 student who represented William E. Hay at the high school archery provincials Friday in Edmonton, was on the basketball court for the countdown Saturday. “I got here around 11 (a.m.) and played the last four hours,” said Roberts, 15. “It felt pretty good. All the other guys were pretty tired, but what can I expect — they’ve been here for 24 hours.” Roberts, who also plays hockey, volleyball and soccer, said he was happy to support KidSport and would like to participate in such a fundraiser in future years. “Yeah, definitely, I’d like to do it again,” he said. “I’d try to stay for the whole 24 hours next time.”
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He said the event was not only a worthy fundraiser, but also helpful for relations between teachers and students. “They get to see us in a different light, maybe, kind of us without our teacher hat on,” McRae said. “We try, anyway, with our TA program to get to know them individually, but that’s kind of us getting to know them. I think they get a better chance to get to know us in this scenario, for better or worse maybe (smiles). Perhaps we’re a little too competitive, sometimes.” McRae commended the students, including Baharally and Torgerson, for showing leadership in organizing the charity game. “I think it was student-led, for the most part,” he said. “I kind of ran with it a little bit, from the staff perspective, because I love basketball, but they were the ones pushing it the whole way.” Baharally appreciated that even teachers from outside the school’s athletic department supported the cause, as did alumni. “From 9 to 11 on Friday night, we had a lot of the Wildcat alumni come from the men’s league, so that was some good basketball,” said Baharally, who played for
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PROVINCIAL BANTAM A HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP
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The Stettler Storm team that won the provincial bantam A hockey championship Sunday at Grande Prairie included 11 players who were also provincial champions last season — six as bantams and five as peewees. The “bantam” contingent (left) is Jackson Zimmermann, Euan Hanton, Tye Mulgrove, Paul du Toit, Cole Pedersen and Brett Coleman. The “peewee” group is Dawson Beck, James Switenky, Talon Conner, Brenden Tucker and goalie Davin Nattestad.
Stettler repeats as Alberta champion JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor For the second straight season, the Stettler Storm have won the provincial bantam A hockey championship. While the Storm won last year’s title on home ice, this season’s Stettler representatives grabbed gold more than six hours from home. The latest edition of the Storm rebounded from an early 2-0 deficit to defeat the Red Deer Chiefs 4-2 in the gold-medal game Sunday at Grande Prairie. The come-from-behind effort typified the Storm season, said Ryan Robbins, the team’s first-year head coach. “Kind of like all year, we were resilient to never give up, and kept plugging away,” he said. “Through the final game, we were always playing well. It was just a matter of getting a couple of breaks. We started to put a couple of pucks in the net in the second and third (periods).” Euan Hanton, Ryan Mielke and Rylee Jacobson scored second-period goals for Stettler, and Jackson Zimmermann added an insurance marker in the third. Jacobson’s two-point game included the winning goal with less than five minutes left in the second period. Davin Nattestad blocked 26 shots in the Stettler net. The Storm fired 48 shots at Chiefs goalie Eric Johnson. Kobe Williams netted both Red Deer goals in the first period. While the Storm faced a familiar opponent in Red Deer, they anticipated that another North Central team — the Edson Warriors — would have reached the final. Edson was the lone team to beat Stettler (4-2 on Saturday) in round-robin play at the provincials. “We were kind of banking on Edson being (in the final), but Red Deer beat them quite handily (7-3) in the semifinals, so it
was one of those things where you had to get ready for anybody,” Robbins said. “Edson had beat us in the round-robin and we had trouble with them this year, so it was kind of a break that way.” Stettler, which edged the St. Albert Wolfpack 3-2 in the other semifinal, had a 5-1 record overall. The Storm left nothing to chance in the playoff games, outshooting Red Deer and St. Albert 48-28 and 36-16, respectively. “Everybody was pulling their weight and nobody was holding us down, that’s for sure,” Robbins said. “It was really good. “It’s pretty tough to win championships when you’ve only got a few guys going — and we had everybody going. It was pretty easy for us to coach when they were all going like that.” The Storm played without injured forward James Switenky, who supported the team from the sidelines all weekend and dressed for the final game. They lost another forward, Daniel Schwarzenberger, late in the second period of the gold-medal game when he was ejected for boarding. Stettler was the toast of the 10-team tournament. The Storm lineup included 11 players from two of Stettler’s three provincial championship teams from last season — the bantam A and peewee A clubs. That winning pedigree was a factor on the weekend, Robbins said. “Oh, I think it helped quite a bit. That’s all they remembered — was winning last year — and they wanted to repeat. It’s pretty tough to go two years in a row and to repeat at provincials. It was quite a feat for the boys. “(Last year) was pretty fresh in their memory, and they were pretty excited to do it back-to-back. It was really good.” Storm captain Brett Coleman and assistant captains Paul du Toit, Euan Hanton and Tye Mulgrove were members of both bantam A championship teams, as were Zimmermann and Cole Pedersen. “The assistant captains and the captain helped everyone along, had lots to say in
the dressing room to prep everybody up for the games, and also led on the ice,” Robbins said. “They led the way for us and everybody else jumped on board and followed.” First-year bantams Nattestad, Switenky, Dawson Beck, Talon Conner and Brenden Tucker also mined provincial gold last season with the Stettler peewee A team. This year’s bantam A team bounced back in Grande Prairie after losing to Maskwacis 2-1 in their North Central Minor Hockey Association best-of-three semifinal just a few days earlier. In the other Stettler bantam A games at the provincials, it was: Stettler 3 St. Albert 2 In Stettler’s semifinal victory, Zimmermann scored two third-period goals, including the winner with 2:11 left. Tucker had the other Stettler goal and Coleman contributed two assists. Nattestad tended goal, as he did for all of Stettler’s games. Stettler 8 Calgary (NW) 2 Mulgrove and Conner each collected two goals and an assist, while Brayden MacDonell tallied twice and Mielke had a goal and two assists, and Zimmermann added one of each. Edson 4 Stettler 2 The Storm got goals from Mulgrove and Hanton, who made it a 2-2 game early in the third period. Edson’s Kale Holmes responded twice in the final 10 minutes to complete his hat trick. Stettler 8 La Crete 1 Mielke fired three goals for Stettler, while singles went to Hanton, Tucker, Mulgrove, Coleman and Beck. Stettler 6 Okotoks 2 Mulgrove and Conner each netted two goals in the Storm’s opening win Friday. Jacobson and Tucker also scored.
PRONVINCIAL ROUNDUP Along with the Alberta bantam A champion Storm, two other Stettler Minor Hockey Association teams participated in their respective provincials last weekend. The bantam B Storm were winless in three games at Westlock, while the atom A Storm posted a 1-2 record at Devon. BANTAM B At Westlock Hinton 6; Stettler 2 — Garrett Hogg, Tristen Bryce. Maskwacis 14; Stettler 4 — Brayden Smith, Erik Rost, Chase Dolliver, Kameron Bainbridge. Okotoks 5; Stettler 2 — Brayden Smith 2. Gold-medal game Vegreville 4 Olds 2 ——————— ATOM A At Devon Bonnyville 9; Stettler 6 — Marcus Laisnez 4, Shay Anderson, Brier Devnich. Kneehill 6; Stettler 5 — Shay Anderson 3, Reece Kranzler, Chance Morbeck. Stettler 7 — Shay Anderson 2, Marcus Laisnez 2, Brier Devnich, Reece Kranzler, Jacob Cottam; Rimbey 5. Gold-medal game Bonnyville 9 Foothills 0
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Stettler Storm captain Brett Coleman accepts the championship plaque from a tournament organizer Sunday after the Storm defeated the Red Deer Chiefs 4-2 in the gold-medal game at the provincial bantam A hockey championship in Grande Prairie. Stettler’s loyal fans included Brooklyn, Alyssa and Brooke.
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Lightning fall to playoff-tested Wranglers Smith to leave head-coaching post to make way for ‘a different voice’ J OHN M AC N EIL Independent editor The Stettler Lightning exceeded expectations in the 2013-14 season, but that performance seemed of little consolation as their season ended last week. “I kind of figured some of our lack of playoff experience maybe hurt us in the second round,” retiring coach Doug Smith said after the Lightning lost 4-1 to the host Blackfalds Wranglers last Thursday. Blackfalds also won 4-1 in the best-of-seven North Division final in the Heritage Junior Hockey League. “In the first round (in a 4-1 series win against the Mountainview Colts), we seemed to come back quite quickly from a down moment in the hockey game and score a goal or whatever to get us back up again, but in the Blackfalds series, you noticed that it’s not only better teams later in the playoffs, but it’s harder to get that ground back again,” Smith said. “It just felt like we never got that little bump that we needed. In games where we got that bump and got the goal to get us back in the game, we just couldn’t get that second one to give us a little breathing room.” After losing the series-opener 3-2 on home ice, Blackfalds posted four straight victories — 3-0, 4-3 (in overtime), 2-1 and 4-1. The Wranglers advance to face the Okotoks Bisons in a battle of the regular-season division champions. Okotoks defeated the High River Flyers 3-2 on the road Monday night to take the South Division final 4-2. “They had a group that had been there before,” Smith said of the Wranglers. “I thought, as a whole unit, we did quite well. Our top-end scoring got a little tougher (to accomplish). It disappeared a little bit, and that maybe hurt a bit. But (the Wranglers) seemed to get scoring from their third and fourth lines, as well, and we didn’t get much from the bottom end, either. But those players played well — they hardly got scored on. “Power-play wise, we were doing good things to get the spots, but just weren’t getting rewarded for it when we got there. Credit to Blackfalds to be able to deny us those chances when we did get in the right spots.” Lightning workhorse Simon Thieleman provided exceptional goaltending, but the veteran from Castor could only take care of business at one end of the rink. “Simon had a terrific year — I thought he had a terrific playoff,” Smith said. “We just couldn’t give him that support to help him out with a goal when we needed it.” Along with the departing Smith, the Lightn i n g w i l l l o s e g r a d u a t i n g f o r w a r d s Ky l e r O’Connor and Landon Potter and fifth-year defenceman Cam Wright. “As for every other player, it depends on the summertime and where the jobs take them,” Smith said. The 20th-anniversary edition of the Lightning came within two points of winning the Northern Division pennant, which also went to Blackfalds. Stettler’s lineup was loaded with hometown players and included Castor natives who played parts of their minor hockey in Stettler. “Some of the younger guys that joined the hockey club this year, they were strong contributors throughout the playoffs,” Smith said. “That showed we weren’t really relying on two lines. We could run four lines most games and they could all hold their own. “That’s nice looking forward — that the base is there defensively. And, age-wise, we only lose one D-man on the back end in Cam. That’s a nice place to start from next year.” Including a couple of long winning streaks, Stettler won 24 of its 36 games in the regular
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Scott Ternes is one of the young guns eligible to return to the Heritage Junior Hockey League’s Stettler Lightning next season, though he and others are expected to have opportunities to play at a higher level.
season, renewing interest in junior B hockey in town. “ I t t r u l y wa s a h o m e - g r ow n t e a m ,” s a i d Smith, the team’s head coach for the past five seasons and a 30-year coaching veteran. “I hope that the local kids coming out of midget that are around, give it a try. It’s very competitive hockey, but it’s quite rewarding when they do get into the system and get used to it. It’s a fun way to play.” It was that much more fun this season as the Lightning enjoyed their first playoff appearance since 2010. “As I told the guys, the biggest regret that I had was that I didn’t get that group into the playoffs last year,” Smith said. “That would have really helped for this year, when it was our year to really make a run at it. They would have had that playoff experience from the previous year to kind of fall back on and say, ‘OK, that’s what playoffs look like and it has to be played this way.’ “Even my older guys didn’t have a lot of playoff experience. The whole group was one that hadn’t won a whole lot, even through minor hockey, so it was a new step for them.” As seasons change, Smith will miss the personal connections he’s made with young men in guiding Stettler’s showcase team. “It was a terrific group to be associated with,” he said. “Some of the guys, I’ve been with for four years, five years in Cam’s case. They’ve seen a lot of hockey games. Cam and those guys are pushing 150 to 160 games at our level. “There are lots of pluses for going forward.” In accordance with the plans he announced last summer, Smith, 58, intends to retire as coach this spring. He’s still the general manager and expects to remain involved in the organization in one capacity or another. “For behind the bench, for sure, this is it,” he said. “I’ll still help with the off-ice stuff,
HERITAGE JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE Stettler Lightning vs. Blackfalds Wranglers Best-of-seven Northern Division final (Blackfalds wins series 4-1) Game 5 Thursday at Blackfalds Wranglers 4 — Bryce Marshall, Wally Samson, Jordan Jakubow, Bryce Boguski (Thomas Isaman, 24 saves); Lightning 1 — Landon Potter (Simon Thieleman, 20 saves). Game 4 Tuesday at Stettler Wranglers 2 — Dalen Kolybaba, Bryce Marshall (Thomas Isaman, 25 saves); Lightning 1 — Dylan Houston (Simon Thieleman, 32 saves). ————— Okotoks Bisons vs. High River Flyers Best-of-seven Southern Division final (Okotoks wins series 4-2) Game 6 Monday at High River Bisons 3 — Brooker Pretty Youngman, Kevan Mikkelsen, Phil Dillon (Brayden Engel, 30 saves); Flyers 2 — Ryan Midtdal, Matt Pronchuk (Tyler Fornwald, 29 saves). Game 5 Sunday at Okotoks B i s o n s 5 — Z a k J o h n s , J o s h H a l e y, L u k e L o o m e r, P h i l D i l l o n , Mark McLeod (Brayden Engel, 27 saves); Flyers 3 — Kaleb Burnett, Mitchel Gallangher, Keaton Lackten (Tyler Fornwald, 23 saves).
because there’s a lot of that work to do in the summertime. “But I really do feel it’s time for a new voice. Although the game hasn’t changed a whole lot — and hopefully a guy has adapted a little bit in the last 30 years — but a different voice, a different point of view, is always good to have in any organization.” The search begins immediately for a new coach, Smith said. “Hopefully, we’ll get it done fairly soon, so by June-ish type of thing, somebody is in place so they can start talking to players.” With the Heritage league fate of the winless Ponoka Stampeders in doubt, players might become available to Stettler. “It may benefit Stettler a little bit, with some of the kids that are between the Ponoka and Bashaw area,” Smith said. “We used to get players fairly regularly from that area. “And kids east of Castor, we haven’t had too many of them the last little while. So hopefully those kinds of things come about.” One of the big roster questions for Stettler next season might revolve around the high-scoring line of Dylan Houston and twins Adam and Scott Ternes. They graduate from high school this spring, and opportunities at the junior A and college levels potentially await them. “I’ve fielded a few inquiries about them, so I’ve passed those on,” Smith said. “It’s hard to say (what might happen). If they end up at Red Deer College, they would probably still participate (in junior B) and go from there. If they do happen to be around, that’ll be a real plus going forward. “That gives (the Lightning) a legitimate first line — as good as anybody’s first line. And still very young, at 18 years old. “They definitely have the talent that I hope gets explored, but that’s up to them ... and wherever life leads them after that.”
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The Stettler Storm celebrate Monday night at the Stettler Recreation Centre after beating the Bentley Bruins 4-2 to win the North Central league peewee A final 2-1.
Stettler nets North Central peewee A banner JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor The Stettler Storm rallied from a 1-0 series deficit to beat the Bentley Bruins 2-1 in the best-of-three North Central Minor Hockey Association peewee A final. Stettler posted a 4-2 victory in the deciding game Monday night at the Stettler Recreation Centre. The Storm, also known as the DQ Blizzards, won 5-3 on Sunday at Rimbey, after Bentley took the opener 5-4 in Stettler a week ago. “We have had a really good year,” said Storm coach Jason Hegberg. “We’ve outscored other teams by quite a bit, but we were always close with Bentley. We knew they were a good hockey team. “They beat us in the first game of the playoff series …
we just weren’t executing. Sunday wasn’t a real great game by either team, but we came out on top and gave ourselves another chance to win the title. “Our boys played really today. Give Bentley credit, though. They played outstanding. They never quit.” The Bruins, who pressed late in Monday’s game while on a 5-on-3 power play, gave Stettler a worthy test as the Storm readied for the peewee A provincials, which run Friday through Sunday in Red Deer. “I just told the guys that this (competitiveness) is a good thing for us, because every game from now on in is going to be tight,” said Hegberg, whose club won the provincial peewee A title last season. “You’re going to have to work your butt off until the end. Everybody wants to win, but you’ve got to focus on what your coaches are telling you and play your systems. If you do that and work hard, you should get the results you want.”
In the final game of the league championship series, Daylan Kuefler scored two goals and an assist for Stettler. Jackson Squires and Rhett Shingoose also scored for the Storm and Alex DeYoung added two assists. Stettler goaltender Wade Smith held the fort, especially during Bentley’s late push on an extended power play. “Wade, our goaltender, he’s the backbone,” Hegberg said. “Any 5-on-3, the goalie has got to stand on his head, and he made some outstanding saves for us. “He’s our only goalie, so it was nice to see him step up and play real good hockey.” Smith made 38 saves, while the Bruins’ Geran Christiansen blocked 43 shots. In Sunday’s game, Beau Cooper led Stettler with two goals and two assists, while DeYoung had three helpers. Kuefler, Shingoose and Isaac Lee each scored a goal. The provincial final is scheduled for 4 p.m. Sunday.
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BJORNSON Haldor Johannes (Hal) Hal Bjornson passed away peacefully on March 7, 2014 at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta. Born February 10, 1920, in Crestview, Manitoba, the eldest of seven children of Helga (Egilson) and Johann Björnsson, Swan River Valley homesteaders of Icelandic ancestry. Typical of many growing up on Depressionera Prairie farms, he left school after grade 8 to help support his family. During WWII, Hal enlisted and served as a Light AntiAircraft Artillery Gunner, initially with Americans defending the Aleutians in Alaska, and then with Allies liberating France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. After WWII, Hal pursued a retail management career at Macleods hardware stores that spanned 38 years, starting in Swan River, Manitoba; then in Humbolt, Sk. and Stettler, AB; and finally retiring as store manager in Red Deer, Alberta. In Stettler, he met Minnie Rankin; they married in 1955 and celebrated 50 years of marriage before her passing in 2005. Hal and Minnie moved to Red Deer in 1963, where they raised their family. Hal was a successful businessman and generous volunteer, supportive of Gaetz Memorial United Church, the Masonic Lodge, the Waskasoo Kiwanis Club and the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal in Red Deer. Hal’s love of being in front of people brought him back to retail management at Ben Moss Jewellery store and Eaton’s, and then at Red Deer General Hospital and later at Foothills Hospital. Predeceased by beloved wife, Minnie; sister, Dorothy; and brothers, Jonas, Kristin, Lawrence and John. Survived by son Bruce, his wife Alison, and their children Ian and Lindsay; daughter Brenda, her children Kayleigh and Jordan, and their father, Alvin Szott; and daughter Charlotte, her son, Justin and her fiancé Darcy Dunkle; brother, Elmer and his wife Ruby; several nieces and nephews and extended family. Also survived by “adopted family” Hugo and Sirley Moreno and their children Camilla, Valentina and Sarah, who became part of Dad`s life as “Grandpa”; caregivers and friends, Marineth Villostas, Raquel Otis and Hilmer Moreno, whose kind, gentle and loving care was deeply appreciated, enabling continued enjoyment of life in his Calgary condominium. We are deeply indebted for the kind, caring nurses on Unit 100 and 111 at Foothills Hospital. Our “Dad” and “Grandpa” was a wonderful, optimistic, loving man who had a sincere interest in everyone he met. His life represented the best in humanity, where everyone was important and valued. These words reflect Dad’s life: “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Dad was a good man, who touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A memorial service was held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Saturday, March 15th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Hal requested donations in his name to the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, 2 Overlea Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario, M4H 1P4, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 202, 5913-50 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 4C4. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com.
SCHULTZ Mrs. Alma Schultz (nee Norman) a former resident of the Donalda area, passed away in Burnaby, British Columbia on March 11, 2014 at the age of 96 years. A funeral service will be held at the Brennen Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. As an expression of sympathy an in loving memory of Alma, memorial contributions may be made to a local charity of your choice in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. 403.742.3315. Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com
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Obituaries BORGEL Shirley Eleanor (Smitten) 1927 - 2014 Mrs. Shirley (Smitten) Borgel passed away surrounded by the deep and devoted love of her family on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at the age of 86 years. Shirley was born in Edmonton to parents Fred and Gladys Lee. She often spoke of her wonderful childhood with such admiration and respect for her parents especially her father. Shirley’s never ending love for her family was so very evident in everything she did, always thinking of others before herself. She would make a point of making everyone she met feel special and would often greet you with a warm and heartfelt “Hello Lovie” which was always accompanied by her beautiful smile and a warm touch. Although Shirley suffered much loss in her life with the sudden death of her first husband Morrie and then her grandson Dean, her second husband Clarence, two of her children; Bob and Colleen and her son-in-law Poffy, and finally the severe strokes that stole her ability to walk and live independently, she held strong and true, and was forever tending to her beloved family. Shirley’s family was her world and never could you find a Mother or grandmother who loved and took genuine interest in every single thing each of her children, step-children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren did. Shirley was truly a beautiful person and we all feel that a part of us went with her the day she slipped away. Left to miss her dearly are her much loved family Linda Poffenroth of Calgary, Dianne (John) Clark of Stettler and Mark Smitten (Sylvie Tremblay) of Erskine; step-children Ken (Darlene) Borgel or Killam, Lyle (Connie) Borgel of Devon, Pat (John) Wiedman of Phoenix and Wade (Sandy) Borgel of Vernon. Shirley is also survived by her sister and very best friend Nola (Tom) Ough, grandchildren Kim (Craig) Grover, Brad (Amanda) Clark, Shannon (Darryl) Matchem, Ryan Clark (Tanya Shirtliffe), Kelsi (Gerry) Del Frari, Erin (Shane) Quintilio, Tim (Lisa) Bell, Jeff (Janene) Smitten and Cody Smitten; great-grandchildren Kylie, Jayden, Mackenzie, Avrey and Brinley, Kolbi and Reese, Kayla, Brooklynn, Kaylee and Halle, Carter and Cooper, Jordyn, Abby and Fynlee and Alli. She was predeceased by her parents Fred and Gladys Lee, her first husband Morrie Smitten, brother Ken, sister Kay, second husband Clarence, grandson Dean, son Bob, son-in-law Bob (Poffy) and by her daughter Colleen. A memorial service to commemorate the life of Shirley (Smitten) Borgel will be held at the Brennen Funeral Home Chapel on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. with her friend Pastor Ross Helgeton officiating. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Shirley, memorial contributions may be made to the Liver Foundation, the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Recreation Department at Heritage House Long Term Care in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. 403.742.3315. Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com
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Obituaries MORAVEC Dale passed away on Friday, March 7, 2014, after a brief battle with cancer. He was 65, born August 9, 1948 in Edmonton. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Rhonda; daughter Jennifer (Ray); son Jay (Debbie) and 2 precious grandchildren Jen and Brett. Dale was predeceased by his father Cecil and mother Frances. He also leaves to mourn his sisters Valorie (Bill), Laura (Jim) and brother Richard (Joanne), as well as his loving family of in-laws. Dale worked as a radio communications technician all over the world, but especially enjoyed his time in Canada’s north. The north provided many Dale with many friends and memories that remained closed to his heart. He retired to the “cabin” at Buffalo Lake, and found a community to be proud of, where he could devote his time and energies to various projects. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Drummond and the compassionate staff at the Stettler Hospital who were so wonderful in their care of Dale. And we cannot say enough good things about the staff at Stettler Home Care especially Lucille, Deb and Lisa. The support from this group of ladies was remarkable - our family was lucky to have this care available to them. As per Dale’s request there will be no formal funeral; as an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to SHSF - Palliative Care, STARS or a charity of your own choice. STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and arrangements.
KEMPF Ethel “Bernice” passed away on March 11, 2014 at Heritage House in Stettler at the age of 93 years. Bernice was born March 27, 1920 at Gadsby, Alberta to Alexander and Margaret Cruickshank. On November 21, 1946 she married Edwin Kempf and they farmed in the Botha area. To this union were born three loving daughters: Sandra, Linda and Sharon. Bernice was predeceased by her husband Edwin and daughter Linda McDonald; her sisters and brothers in law Mamie (Bonner) Stewert, Jessie (John) Kleen, Jean (Ernie) Raddis and her brother and sister in law Earl (Elsie) Cruickshank. She leaves to mourn her daughters Sandra Hosler of Calgary and Sharon Kempf of Botha, son in law Charlie McDonald of Botha; two grandsons Shawn Hosler (Angie and her children Zack and Emma) of Port Coquitlam and Brian (Christie) Hosler of Calgary; great grandson Kash Edwin Hosler; nieces, nephews and other family, as well as many special friends. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home with Pastor Karl Faltin officiating. Evelyn Strandquist presented her gift of music and Janie and Stephen Rock gave a loving tribute of Janie’s great aunts life. Family and friends gathered in the Heartland Reception Centre for a time of fellowship and a luncheon by Teresa’s Catering. The family wish to thank the nursing and care staff of Heritage House for their dedicated care over the years; and to Dean and all the staff of Stettler Funeral Home for making a difficult task a little easier. Memorial donations may be made to the SHSF - Heritage House or a charity of your own choice c/o Stettler Funeral Home, Box 1780, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0. Sympathies may be viewed or sent to the family by signing the guestbook at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com. STETTLER FUNERAL HOME 403-742-3422, entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements.
YARBROUGH Doris Elene Doris Elene Tagtmeyer was born on February 28, 1936 in Three Hills, Alberta to parents Helen and Richard Tagtmeyer. Doris passed away peacefully on March 7, 2014 at the age of 78 years in the Bentley Care Centre, Bentley, Alberta. Doris is survived by husband Lorne Yarbrough; daughters Debbie (Wayne) Bragg and Michelle Yarbrough (Ed); grandchildren: Mike Bragg, Christine Bragg (Dave Wilson), Kristal Cunningham, Kyle (Heather) Cunningham, Kalinda Cunningham, Mark (Nicole) Cochrane and Kaylee Cochrane (Allan Waugh); great grandchildren: David Jamez Wilson and Brooke Cochrane; brother Jim Tagtmeyer; sisters: Arlene Litvak, Merlyn (Tag) Sutherland and Laurel Richards; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends. Doris was predeceased by her mother Helen Doris Tagtmeyer (Morgan); father Richard William Tagtmeyer; daughter Dawn Cochrane and sister Betty Clarke. A celebration of Doris’ life was held on Sunday, March 16, 2014 in the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home, Stettler, Alberta with Reverend Greg Rathjen officiating with special memories shared by Barry Richards. Donations in memory of Doris gratefully accepted to Bentley Care Centre or Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation c/o STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM Box 1780, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0, 403-742-3422, who were entrusted with the care and arrangements.
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announcements
In Memoriam
Employment #700 - #920 Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 Volunteers Wanted ............890 Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 Career Planning ................920
In loving memory of
Barbara Diegel March 18, 2013 We think about you always, We talk about you still, You have never been forgotten, Barb And you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk and guide us thorough our lives Love Marvin, Steve, Cal, Shannon and families
CAMERON FORSYTH 1946-2007 You have been gone 7 years It isn’t getting any easier to have you gone. We miss you and love you Joey. Love Charlie, Margaret & Linda
Ruth Lillian Kirkpatrick March 19, 2009 It has been five years since you slipped away to a far better place. We continue to live and love our family as you would have wanted. We selfishly wish we could walk in the back door and receive the hug that reminded us that all was right with the world and that we were safe. Yes it seems like an eternity but not a day goes by without something reminding us of you. And we smile. We miss you terribly and take comfort in knowing that we will see you again. We will endure. Love Ralph, Boys and families
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BURMAC MECHANICAL requires a RECEPTIONIST, Permanent F/T, room for advancement. Benefits available. Apply in person preferred 6118 50 Ave, Stettler or fax resume to: 403-742-1609
Just had a baby? Tell everyone with a Milestone Announcement
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Farm Work
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
HELP REQUIRED Must be highly motivated, mature, able to work on your own. Bondable. License. Monday to Friday after 4:30 p.m. Fax resume to 403-742-1414 or phone 403-742-1191 Professionals
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PRODUCTION TESTING EXPERIENCED SUPERVISORS and TESTERS Day & Night Must have tickets. Top paid wages. Based out of Devon, AB. Email resume to: kathy@dragonsbreathpt.ca
Restaurant/ Hotel
Rushton Agencies Ltd.
Personal Lines Insurance Broker Training and education will be provided to the successful applicant who demonstrates strong Customer Service and the ability to multi-task in an Office environment. If you have been looking for a career that will provide competitive compensation and skills training, now is your chance to apply. Resumes can be submitted by fax to 403-742-0344 or by email to lou@rushtonltd.com. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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CAMERON BAY HOLDINGS INC. O/A MCDONALD’S in Ponoka is now hiring F/T & P/T Food Service Supervisors. Wages are 11.50 to 13.50 p/h, depending on experience and availability. Restaurant is 24 hours so candidates must be able to work a variety of shifts and have 3 to 5 yrs. previous experience in fast food and supervisor exp. Part time applications will be accepted from Canadians and Permanent Residents currently living in Canada. Apply in person at 4419 Hwy 2A, Ponoka, T4J 1J8 or email resume to cbay22@telus.net or fax to 403-783-4251.
You’re at home here.
Central Alberta Co-op Ltd
Stettler The Attfield family heartily thank all of you for your patience, understanding and kindnesses towards Gordon enabling him to meet his endeavors to help and be with others in a fulfilling and meaningful way wherever he lived. Many of you were extra special, words could never express how much that meant to us. When sickness came upon him he didn’t fret but knew you would understand that he was no longer able to do what he enjoyed so much. His wish was to have a very simple service and burial, again thanks to all for your deeds, large and small, helping with the services, the lunches, your every expression of sympathy, donations given and kind words you shared in memory of him. His last months were spent in the Palliative Care Unit in the St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose receiving care for progressive, terminal cancer. Last but not least - Burgar Funeral Home in Camrose treated us with such compassion, we’re grateful for all your excellent help at this difficult time. We feel blessed to have had Gordon lent to us and how he shared his wonderful friends and acquaintances, thanks be to each and every one of you.
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Coming Events
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Arts & Crafts Shows ..................50 Class Registrations....................51 Coming Events ..........................52 Lost ............................................54 Found ........................................56 Companions ..............................58 Personals...................................60 Bingos........................................64 Fitness & Sports ........................66 Happy Ads .................................70
LEARN THE LATEST about Celiac Disease and a Gluten-Free diet at the Canadian Celiac Association National Conference, May 30 - June 1, 2014, Calgary. Visit the gluten-free market. Everyone welcome. Register at www.calgaryceliac.ca; 403-237-0304
Notice of Annual General Meeting for the Stettler Figure Skating Club, April 2rd at 7:00 p.m., Hospital Board Room.
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EVERYONE WELCOME!!
Reached a Milestone?
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Join us to celebrate the arrival of
MOVING GARAGE SALE, Saturday, March 22, 10-4 p.m., Sunday, March 23, 2-6 p.m. Household, patio furniture, tools, 4101-61 ST. CLOSE. Phone 403-742-3720.
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Coming Events
You are cordially invited to attend the
60th Anniversary Celebration
Date: Sunday, April 6, 2014 Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Place: Innisfail Alliance Church Come and go Tea/Coffee Presentation of Best Wishes at 3 p.m. Your presence is our gift. For more information please call Yvonne 403-746-2798
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son of Tanya and Cody Cassidy, at a
Baby Shower Saturday, Mar 29th
HEARTLAND YOUTH CENTER
2-4pm, Stettler Canalta Hotel. All are welcome!
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Variety Sho Stettler presents wcase
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION NIGHT Monday, March 31 - 7 p.m. at HYC Everyone welcome!
Personals
ROBERT POST
Sunday, March 30 2:00 & 7:30pm at the PAC
An uproariously funny show!
Actor, Mime, Puppeteer, www.gordiemackeeman.com Juggler, Ventriloquist and Stand-up Comic Tickets @ Pfeiffer House of Music & door Adults $20, Students $10 Affordable, Unbeatable Family Entertainment
2014 - 2015 Season Ticket applications available
www.stettlershowcase.com
is a diverse co-operative retailing organization with over 65,000 members in the Central Alberta area. We are currently recruiting for: Agro Sales Representative @ Stettler This Sales position is responsible to: • Develop, maintain and grow effective business relationships with current and potential future customers within the geographic area. • Assist customers to make farm production and marketing decisions. • Maintain a database of customer profiles. • Participate in market area promotional activities. Must have valid clean Class 5 Driver’s License, working knowledge of current agronomic products and good geographical knowledge of Stettler area. Competitive salary, excellent benefits. To apply, contact: Gavin Wakefield Stettler Agro Manager Box 1029, Stettler AB T0C 2L0 Email: g.wakefield@centralab.coop Phone: 403-742-4036 Central Alberta Co-op Ltd. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Oilfield
Alf & Isabel Beauchamp
Meetings
Clyde William
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800 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
OIL & GAS OPERATOR Bearspaw currently has a position in our Stettler field operations for an intermediate oil and gas operator. Applicants must have experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic or Journeyman Instrument Mechanic and possess strong mechanical skills, be quick learners, motivated and hard working and live or be willing to relocate within a 20 minute commute to workplace location. This position offers a challenging work environment, attractive benefits with competitive pay and significant room for promotion. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: kwolokoff@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-252-9719 Mail: Suite 5309 333 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
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 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
Bridal Registry March 29 June 28 May 31 August 23 August 23
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ATTENTION SEMI OPERATORS! Are you looking to downsize? Haul RVs from USA to Western Canada! Looking for 1 ton and 3 ton O/O. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com. BUSY LIVESTOCK Hauling Company requires Class 1 Drivers. Alberta wide work. Competitive wages, includes some shop duties. Call Michael at 780-656-0053. Class 1 truck driver Must have clean abstract and experience driving with super-B trailers. Call 403550-3525 e-mail abstract and resume to kkin2010@ live .ca SIGNING BONUS! Hiring long haul semi owner operators to haul RVs and general freight. Paid 85% of invoiced amount with open invoice policy. Benefits, co fuel cards and subsidized insurance. Must have ability to cross border. Call 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.
Business Opportunities
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FOR SALE Beautiful Floral Shop. 47 years in business. Central Alberta. Small business of the year twice. Excellent reputation. Owner will help during transition. 1-800-397-8843. Owner retiring. GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com. HOME BASED OILPATCH service business for sale. Make money even through spring break-up! Well established, complete. Training provided. Serious inquiries only please. 780-518-7237 for details.
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Apprentice Welders -- Journeyman Welders - Labourers - Apprentice Welders - Purchaser
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY, apprentice to be a licensed glass worker. Permanent full-time position, installing residential and commercial windows and doors, automotive glass, glass cutting and fabrication. Drivers license a must. Apply in person to Heartland Glass, Stettler or fax resume to 403-742-2678.
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Garage Sales
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GPRC, Fairview Campus, Alberta needs Power Engineering Instructors. No teaching experience, no problem. Please contact Brian Carreau at 780-835-6631 and/or visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca.
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Allied Fabrication competitive wages, a health your & wellness to to overtime hours,offers and the opportunity to advance career;program, division access manageovertime hours, will andbecome the opportunity your to career; ment positions availabletoasadvance we continue grow.division management positions will become available as we continue to grow. Please send resumes to:
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Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions is currently hiring both full and part-time staff for a variety of positions including Summer Career development. Applicants must be willing to work weekends, be outgoing and like working with people. If you are looking for exciting and challenging work where you will meet guests from all over the world, Alberta Prairie may have the right job for you. Please drop off a resume or pickup an application at 4611-47 Ave., Stettler or mail resume to P.O. Box 1600, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0. For additional information call Bob at 403-742-2811.
General Labourer with forklift experience, Full time starting in April in Halkirk Area Send resumes to: fparr@cdnhumaliteintl.com or fax to (403)883-2251 or (780)488-4814 INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.
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Trades
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS/REAL ESTATE
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TKS CONTROLS LTD.
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4605 - 41 St., Stettler
www.tkscontrols.ca
We are currently seeking applications for full time positions of:
Pipefitter Journeyperson & Apprentices (all years)
Instrument Tech Tube bender for fabrication division
Electrician Journeyperson & Apprentices (3rd & 4th years) • Company Truck • Full Benefits • Bonuses • Paid Tuition/Books
Email resume to Roxann@tkscontrols.ca For more information call: 403-740-4071
Tankstore Ltd.
is currently accepting resumes
Experienced Structural Welder *Strong Work Ethic *Pride In The Finished Product *Competitive Wages *Benefit Package PLEASE EMAIL YOUR RESUME: codees@tankstore.ca
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LANDSCAPING SALES & Service opportunities! Up to $400 cash daily! Full-time & part-time outdoors. Spring/summer work. Seeking honest, hardworking staff; www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
NOW HIRING 2 PROCESS CONTROL OPERATORS
located at 19543 Twp 440 Edberg AB.
Duties include monitoring/controlling feed production equipment to manufacture animal feed. Permanent full-time position, 40hrs/wk at $19.50/hr, health and disability beneÀts. Day or night shift. Must speak, read and write English. High-school diploma required, with knowledge of computer and mechanical systems. No previous experience necessary, will train. Mail resume to Apex Nutri-Solutions Inc. Box 173 Edberg AB T0B 1J0 or fax to 780-877-2173 PUT YOUR EXPERIENCE to work - The job service for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Free for candidates. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll free 1-855-286-0306. W. CHARLOT GRAINS (Stratford, ON) is hiring an Assistant Operations Manager to manage and maintain its farm’s resources (equipment and labour). Apply by email hr@ppghr.com or online at www.ppghr.com. UP TO $400 cash daily full-time & part-time outdoors. Spring/summer work. Seeking honest, hardworking staff; PropertyStarsJobs.com.
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Wanted: Carpenter/ Carpenter’s Helper Locally Owned
We are seeking:
APEX NUTRI-SOLUTIONS INC.
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*Sales and Service members *Journeyman Automotive Mechanics OK TIRE’s newest store in STETTLER is looking for full and part time employees. OK TIRE has excellent benefit packages and is an equal opportunity employer. If you are looking to work in a dynamic, fast paced, customer orientated environment then please fax or mail your resume to: Stettler OK TIRE Box 1597, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Fax: 403-742-1938
Doug’s Tank Truck Service EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Pressure Truck Operator Hot Oil Operator/ Tank Truck Driver - Class 1 or 3 All oilfield tickets & driver’s abstract required. Will train right individual.
B & B CONSTRUCTION has openings for fulltime carpenters and helpers. Would be willing to apprentice. Please email buzzandersen@xplornet.com or fax 403-742-1340
CHEVROLET BUICK GMC
Service Adviser needed for GM Dealership • Basic Computer Knowledge • Customer Service Skills • Competitive Wages • Full Time • Great Career Opportunity
Please contact Jim MacDougall at Stettler GM In person, Fax 403-742-1988 or email jimmacdougall@stettlergm.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB
Fax resume & references to 403-742-0303 or email dougtank@telus.net
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Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
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 certification. Please send qualified resumes only to jensenjobs@email.com or fax to 403-876-2554
Ensign is looking for Assistant Drillers, Drillers, Night Tour SO008549 Pushes, and Rig Managers for our Australian Division. Recruiter’s will be in Nisku March 31- April 9th to conduct interviews. If you want to hear more about our International opportunities please contact our Global group and apply online at ensignjobs.com. Call 1-888-367-4460.
We are currently looking for Operations Support staff in our Stettler location. This is a seasonal position. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: • Possess a valid Class 3 Driver’s License with air brake endorsement
Paintearth Gas Coop Ltd. is accepting applications for the following “SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT” position.
• Provide a valid driver’s abstract • Agricultural background an asset • Previous blending, floating, tender truck experience preferred • TDG/WHMIS training required (course provided) • Candidate must work well with others in a team environment
STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We are an industry leading Electrical & Instrumentation Contractor that prides itself in having committed and dedicated employees.
• Provide a high level of customer service • Ability to work long hours in season • All candidates are required to pass mandatory drug & alcohol testing • Strong organizational and time management skills
We are currently hiring for the position of:
• Ability to read county maps accurately
Full Time Permanent Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanics 4 Day/40 Hour Work Week Petrochemical Facility in the Red Deer Area
• Will be required to maintain records of product delivery and inventory management
The ideal candidate will require the following for this position: • Specific experience in preventative maintenance and building checks • Work experience on advanced controls; electric, pneumatic, DDS systems • Compressor and heat pump change outs • Well organized with good time management skills • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Computer literate
SUMMER STUDENT OPPORTUNITY
Interested applicants Interested applicants should should fax faxtheir theirresume resumeininconfi confidence dencetoto 403-742-8511 or 403-742-8511 or call call Glen Glen at at 403-741-9581. 403-742-8540. Only interview candidates will be contacted.
Office assistant May 1 - 15 thru to August 31 Applicant must be returning to full time post secondary education to be eligible for this position. Position entails a 40 hour week, all applicants must have a valid driver license and basic computer skills. The successful applicant must provide a driver’s license abstract. Submit resumes to the attention of the “General Manager” Paintearth Gas Co-op Ltd. at paintgas@cciwireless.ca or mail to Box 5, Castor, AB T0C 0X0. Any questions, please contact Allen Dietz at Paintearth Gas Coop Ltd. deadline of receiving applications will be March 31, 2014.
Starting at $40.24/hour
Buy it.
STUDON offers a competitive salary, and an opportunity to apply your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment.
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Please forward your resume to the address below. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates interviewed will be contacted.
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STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. ATTN: Leanne Colby Fax # 403-342-6505 Email: lcolby@studon.com “People Pride & Service”
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1 Full-time Position in our Shipping Receiving Department • and Monday to Friday
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Production oriented ••Monday to Friday Basic Computer • •Computer skillsand required multi-tasking skills required • Company benefi t plan
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Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler, are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.
Candor Realty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-4424
1st Choice Realty
Fran Snowden
403-742-6747
SOLD
4913 - 51 Street
“Each office independently owned & operated”
View Stettler area listings at www.stettlerhomes.com JUST LISTED
Judicial sale! 1.45 Acres with 1700 sq. ft. fully developed home. Walk out basement. Large garage. $490,000 Listed price.
Renovated character home. 40 x 28 Ft. Heated garage/shop. Huge treed yard. Absolutely beautiful. $247,900. Don’t wait!
JAMES DADENSKY JUST LISTED
Clean bungalow with garage. Across from green area. Nicely landscaped yard. Perfect for mature couple. $329,000.
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Locally owned & operated
4908 - 51 Street
Karen Cannady
MEADOWLANDS HOME with 5 bdrms / 3 baths. Large open kitchen and dining area, finished bsmt. and media room. Sits on landscaped corner lot. $349,500.
GREAT STARTER HOME close to school and downtown. 1.5 storey, 3 bdrms and all appliances are included. Also a double detached garage. REDUCED TO $164,900.
ENJOY LIFE AT THE LAKE! This year round home at Rochon Sands has 5 bdrms and is totally finished with 1464 sq. ft. of living space. Only 4 years old. $549,000.
OLDER HOME close to main street on a corner lot. 3 bdrms / 2 baths and original wood trim. Double detached garage. Lots of character and potential here! $198,500.
Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings
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PHARMASAVE
in Stettler is offering a supervised approach to weight loss and weight management. Our pharmacy provides a medical based program that works using meal replacements, whole foods and one-on-one coaching of clients on how to lose weight and keep it off. Working in a pharmacy setting, the Wellness Coach will: *Meet the need of our clients by providing all program services and tools via weekly one-on-one coaching sessions to follow the Ideal Protein protocol. *Serve as the main resource for educating clients on how to overcome challenges of weight loss and maintain a healthy lifestyle. *Support, motivate and educate clients on the Ideal Protein Diet Plan, healthy eating habits and the science of weight loss. * Must be able to work independently and in along with our pharmacy team. * The candidate must be friendly and outgoing with a strong level of empathy and professionalism who wants to make a difference in people’s lives. Comprehensive training will be provided. Please email your resume and cover letter to RX336@forewest.ca
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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. No Simulators . In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.
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START NOW! Complete Ministry approved diplomas in months! Business, health care and more! Contact Academy of Learning College 1-855-354-JOBS (5627) or www.academyoflearning.com. We change lives
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COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 7th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 9 - 10, Indoors Convention Center Grey Eagle Casino. Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve. All makes & models welcome. Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com. COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 4th Annual Edmonton Motor Show Classic Car Auction. April 11 - 13. Edmonton Expo Centre. 35 estate collector car collection selling no reserve to the highest bidder! Over 75,000 spectators. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com.. CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877223-3311
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FOOD EQUIPMENT UNRESERVED AUCTION. DISPERSAL. Saturday, Complete Dispersal of March 29, 10 a.m., MAS Ye Old Bank Antiques, Sales Centre, Blackfalds. furniture, advertising, tins, 5000 sq. ft. of new & artwork, store display refurbished commercial items, collectibles. 10 a.m., refrigeration, meat/deli, Saturday, March 22, pizza, bakery & coffee Kitscoty, Alberta. equipment, SS tables & 780-842-5666; sinks, mixers, small www.scribnernet.com. appliances, tables, shelving, large quantity of small wares & much more. See www.montgomeryauctions.com. 1-800-371-6963. HOW can you make your phone ring and make some quick cash? Place your ad here . . . Phone 1-877-223-3311
Contractors
Business Services #1000 - #1430
• Child Development Worker (former Level 2)
Returning to the ďŹ eld? Staff Attraction Incentive worth $5000 in your pocket! Willing to train for a career in child care? Relief positions available. Interested candidates are invited to submit applications to: Lisa LaFleur or Marci Albers Box 568 Bashaw, AB T0B 0H0 Fax: (780) 372-3951 or Email: bdssdc@gmail.com Call 780-372-2053 for more information or to discuss your opportunity to join our team.
County of of Stettler Stettler No. County No. 6 6
6602 -- 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box Box 1270, 1270, 6602 Stettler, AB AB T0C Stettler, T0C2L0 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE
SCRAPER OPERATOR The County of Stettler is looking for a Scraper Operator for the 2014 Road Construction season. Candidates must have: • Class 5 license • Previous experience with road construction equipment would be an asset. Wage $24.16-$35.40 per hour, depending upon experience Please submit resume, along with current 5-year driver’s abstract. Candidates selected will provide a criminal record check prior to commencement of work. Resumes and supporting documents may be mailed or handdelivered to: County of Stettler No. 6 6602-44 Avenue, PO Box 1270 STETTLER, Alberta T0C 2L0 ATTN: Randy Grams, Assistant Director of Public Works This position may remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all for their interest in the County of Stettler, but only those selected for interview will be contacted.
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If you are an energetic individual interested in joining a dynamic work environment we are looking for You! The successful candidate will have a desire to exceed customer expectations & have the strength to work in a physically demanding job. Your efforts will be rewarded not only with competitive wages/beneďŹ ts but with a company proďŹ t sharing plan which recognizes individual and team contributions Please apply within with references and ask for Travis at: 403-742-3311 or email travis_randell@kaltire.com Kal Tire, Stettler 5002 - 48 Street
Visitor Information Centre Summer Student Position Work in Stettler this summer!
Professional Accountants LLP Guy Chapman, CA Chris Annand, CA Kendra Walgenbach, CA Naomi Roth, CGA P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
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TAX & ACCOUNTING SERVICES LTD. 4819 - 51 Street Stettler, AB
403-742-3141 Thorogood Pinches
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Certified General Accountants 4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)
Contact Stacey Benjamin at 6606 – 50 Avenue or email: s.benjamin@stettlerboardoftrade.com
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Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
To learn more, or to apply, go to: www.techmationelectric.com Or email Tammy Dungen directly with resume at tdungen@techmationelectric.com
Committed to Quality, Safety & Service! www.techmationelectric.com
Drafting & Design
1120
RAILSIDE DESIGN
LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan.afab@gmail.com. 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.
403-742-4431 Toll free 1-877-742-4431 e-mail: gkdpca@gkdpca.com website:
www.gkdpca.com
Automotive
1029
5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686 galen@railsidedesign.com
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Phone: 403-742-6612 Cell: 780-935-0540 Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca
Eavestroughing
1130
403-742-8838 *27 years experience*
Electrical
1150
“If It’s Electrical We Do It�
All types of Electrical Installation & Maintenance
403-742-5111
cageelectric@shaw.ca
403-741-5523
Phone: 403-742-3555 4109 - 48 Avenue, Stettler
Furnace 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
1193
Stettler Furnace Cleaning Qualified and Reputable
403-742-4533
Jacquie Mvula, M.S., R.Aud 4806 – 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
DR. D.G. BECKLUND -Gitzel Krejci Building
4912 - 51 Street Stettler, AB Open Mon. - Sat.
1550
Building Supplies
SPLIT FIREWOOD
STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Dried, Shedded, on Pallets Pick up in yard or UFA Bulk Fuel Delivery Available Volume Discounts. 403-876-2422 403-740-3285
1660
Firewood
1660
Firewood
Distributor for
Blaze King Stoves
LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
SEASONED FIREWOOD
Call 403-323-0744
Glass Shops
1196
HEARTLAND GLASS
• Locks repinned & installed • Windshields repaired & installed • Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors • All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628
C.R. GLASS
LTD.
“Your Service Specialists�
Randy Long • Residential • Commercial • Automotive Needs
403-742-2520 4607 - 59 St., Stettler (Beside A & W)
Legal Services
Bus.: 403-742-2553 Res.: 403-742-0370
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of McCuaig Desrochers
Barristers and Solicitors Advocates 2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982
Personal Services
1315
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+). TOP REAL PSYCHICS Live. Accurate readings 24/7. Call now 1-877-342-3036; Mobile dial: # 4486; www.truepsychics.ca
CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www. accesslegalresearch.com.
Misc. Services
1290
Misc. Services
1290
Plumbing & Heating
1330
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
3R
Management
• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning & Pumps • 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize
ATTENTION HOME BUILDERS! No Warranty = No Building Permit. Contact Blanket Home Warranty for details. 1-888-925-2653; www.blanketltd.ca.
Dr. E. LYNES Chiropractor
4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta
Stettler Ph.
Phone 403-742-2683 New patients welcome
1260
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE
1430
RUBBER DUCK YARD CARE
FUNDING AVAILABLE for Alberta Culture Days events. Shine a spotlight on your community’s vibrant local culture this September. Deadline to apply is April 28; www.AlbertaCultureDays.ca.
Comprehensive eye health and vision exams Top quality frames, lenses and contacts Treatment of eye Painters/ disease, injuries and Decorators surgical co-management
403-742-5237
Yard Care
DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca.
One block East of Scotia Bank
• Power Rake • Aerate • Lawns ~ cut & trimmed For personalized services call Lana Gross ~ 403-740-3595
1310
Painters/ Decorators
1310
Custom window coverings and more
Bev’s Valances Beverley Plett
bevplett@hotmail.com
Lori R. Reule
THREE HILLS
403.443.5192
LL. B.
Fax 403.443.2407 Cell 403.443.0664
STETTLER
403.742.1965
Home Consultations • Shades & Blinds • Soft Treatments • Fabrics & Hardware
4819 51 Street
403-742-3411
ANDERSON
Misc. Services
Phone 403-742-2529 Fax 403-742-2522
Phone: 403-742-4437
1290
1290
Liviu Oprea Cell: 403-740-9317 Email: mobiletile@telus.net
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Misc. Services
Ceramic, Porcelain, Slate and Travertine Tile Natural and Manufactured Stone Kitchen, Bathroom, Fireplace Custom Showers and More‌
Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.
ourlaw2@telus.net
1290
IU’S TILE & STONE V I L Sales and Installation
LAW OFFICE
Misc. Services
1260
403-742-3007
Gary G. Grant Law Office
403-742-3418
4606 - 40 St., Stettler
Cleaning
“Keeping people in Motion...�
Stettler Professional Building
Serving Stettler & Area since 1978
Find out more about us at: www.brennanautobody.com
TEL: 403-742-6277
Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage
Legal Services
Owner: Lou MacDougall Master Electrician
No. 5. 4707 - 42 Street Stettler, AB
PERFORMANCE
Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON
Quality Collision Repair and Professional Service‌ Guaranteed!
1054
Stettler, Alberta Box 1796 Phone 403-742-2998
“Gutter Clean� Leaf Protection
Electrical Contractor
Cabinet Makers
Optometrist
FINISHING TOUCH 403-742-5810 or EXTERIORS LTD. 403-742-6443 5�Continuous Eaves
AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
Phone 403-742-2869
Dr. KERRY WONG
Chiropractor House Plan Design Small Commercial Shop Drawings As Builts rg
CAGE ELECTRIC LTD.
Call Curt or Rob
1210
Health Care
GALEN WIEBE
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN
4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
14032TT1 14033TT0
• Safety conscious and customer service attitude • Valid Safety Tickets, H2S Alive, First Aid • Valid Driver’s License
Serving Stettler area over 35 years
Call Barry Harvey
“Serving Stettler & area for yearsâ€? • Complete auto body repair & painting
We require: • Journeyman Instrumentation Technician
Buzz Andersen
info@leschert.net
JT AUTO BODY LTD.
is one of Western Canada’s leading Electrical & Instrumentation companies focusing on the energy sector. Techmation is recognized as “Best in Class� and we are committed to Quality, Safety and Service.
-Residential -Commercial -Farm Buildings -Renovations
Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street, tree ee et, ett, Stettler A AB B
Applicants should be friendly, knowledgeable of the region and willing to meet and greet tourists and visitors in the Visitor Information Centre and at regional tourist attractions. Basic knowledge of social media, photography and Microsoft would be helpful. 35 Hours a week Including Saturdays. Post-secondary students with a valid driver’s license are encouraged to apply.
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Chapman and Co. 403-742-1330
Ph:403-742-5979 Fax:403-742-3656
Full & Part Time Sales & Service
1550
Building Supplies
Business and Services Directory
• Child Development Supervisor (former Level 3) • Child Development Assistant (former Level 1) or equivalency workers.
1530
Auctions
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403-415-4294
Wednesday, Mar. 19, 2014
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
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COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.
Misc. for Sale
1760
EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. SAWMILLS from only $4,897. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.
Office Supplies
1800
Horse/Stock Trailers
2170
HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings, spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring. Pick up & delivery avail. HORSE SHOE TRAILER MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA 403-884-2173 403-430-0504
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE, Come see us at: 4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab Pet Food, Horse, Poultry ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED! 403-782-3333
403-742-2395 Travel Packages
1900
GRIZZLY BEAR TOUR. Experience a one day Áy and cruise adventure to Khutzeymateen, BC this summer. Calgary and Edmonton departures. 1-866-460-1415; www.classiccanadiantours.com
Wanted To Buy
1930
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork & transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Tractors
2030
JOHN DEERE 9400 Tractor with or w/o 16’ 6 way blade. 403-502-1091
Livestock
2100
Laverndene Acres Yearling Red Angus Bulls for Sale
Lavern Wideman Castor, AB 403-882-2185
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
FLATLAND RANCH has on offer yearling and 2 year old Gelbvieh Bulls. We have been selling reputable bulls for 15 years Chuck 403-854-6270 FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh yearling bulls, polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled. Website: simmeronranch.ca. Martin 780-913-7963.
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
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
NEW MODULAR Housing Dealership! Advertising lowest prices in the prairies for Shelter Home Systems (SRI). Grand opening special now on. Call 1-855-358-0808; www. westerncanadianmodular.com UNITED HOMES CANADA has a selection of pre-owned homes available now! 1-800-461-7632; www.unitedhomescanada.com 1991 Triple E 16 X 76, $39,000.; 1997 SRI 16 X 76, $42,000.; 2002 SRI 20 X 76, $120,000. Call today to arrange viewing.
Money To Loan
Suites
4430
DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161. DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500. BBB rated A+.
5110
Fifth Wheels
2007 SPORTSMAN
LX, 3254, 3 slides,thermo windows, Àreplace, lots of extras. MINT $27,900. trades cons. 403-598-0682
Tires, Parts Acces. Transportation #5000-5300 Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300
Antique & Classic Autos
WRECKING AUTO-TRUCKS. Parts to Àt over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports. We ship anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff. Trucks up to 3 tons. North-East Recyclers 780-875-0270 (Lloydminster). WANTED MOTOR ONLY. International 446, 4 barrel gas truck motor only. In running order or rebuildable. Phone 1-800-244-4766, 24 hours.
Public Notice #6000 Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
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MINI STORAGE
10X12’ With 5x7 doors. For quads, snowmobiles, furniture, etc. Phone: (403)742-9729 DYMY OilÀeld 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
Condos/ Townhouses
PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.
EXCLUSIVE LUXURY RIVERFRONT CONDOS FOR SALE in Downtown Red Deer. Call Renee at 403-314-1687 for Inquiries.
4040
3200
2200 ACRES GRAZING LEASE IN 1 BLOCK
800 improved located in special area 3
403-350-9625
403-742-0990
ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-2337
BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION 403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE
COCAINE ANONYMOUS Pager toll-free (20 sec. response time) 1-403-357-6266
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT 403-742-6568
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Hot Line 403-342-1444
STETTLER & AREA ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY (STABIS) For more information phone 403-742-6456
Kathy Elaine Willis -Williams 403-742-4567 403-742-2745 Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745 4820 - 51 Street
STETTLER CITIZENS ON PATROL RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org
STETTLER HANDIBUS 403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM 403-742-2337
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS
5030
Cars
403-742-2337
STETTLER READ & WRITE OFFICE 403-742-2999
T.O.P.S.
One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005
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Lifestyle columnist
AL-ANON
STETTLER & DISTRICT FOOD BANK SOCIETY
L A R G E
Storage Space
L ORI WELBOURNE
403-742-4271; 403-742-1887 403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271
403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
AN EXCELLENT CHOICE WHERE YOUR AD REACHES RURAL READERS
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(Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Grace – 403-742-0681 Vivian – 403-742-3935
VICTIM SERVICE 403-741-7841 CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND?
Public Notices
6010 The County of Stettler is accepting proposals from qualified Contractors to assist in road maintenance grading activities from May 1, 2014 to October 31, 2014.
Maintenance activities under the Agreement will include: • Spreading of gravel during road gravelling program (new gravel supply) • Leveling structural fill (pit run) prior to placement of gravel during road gravelling program • Maintenance blading of existing gravel surfaces • Subgrade preparation (rip and re-shape gravel roads – various depths) • Rip and re-shape cement stabilized roads with chipseal surface. Full proposal details can be found on the Alberta Purchasing Connection website www.purchasingconnection.ca, County of Stettler website - www.stettlercounty.ca, or picked up at the County of Stettler No. 6 Administrative Office during regular office hours. The proposal closing date is Friday, March 28, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. local time.
Are you interested in identifying environmental risks on your farm or providing a healthy landscape for the next generation? These are just two reasons for completing an Environmental Farm Plan (EFP). If you are looking to access some Growing Forward 2 funds, a completed EFP is a prerequisite for some of the programs. You can complete the EFP binder or now there is an online web book. Please call Kevin at (780) 672-4765 or email kmacdonald@county.camrose.ab.ca or admin@battleriverresearch.com for more information or if you want to start your EFP. www.albertaefp.com is also a great resource.
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Brenda 403-742-3067
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BEST RENTAL VALUE IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. 1 Bedroom, $800/mo. 2 Bedroom, $100/mo. D.D. $200. Avail. immediately Kimberly 403-690-5828
Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. For more info Kira & Ian FCSS, 403-742-2339
780-672-1035
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ADULTS/CHILDREN ANONYMOUS
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance)
1962 FORD GALAXY, 40,000 original miles, original cond. 403-502-1091
1-877-223-3311 To Place Your Ad Now!
6010 Community Support Services
Public Notices
(formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
5020
A Star Makes Your Ad A Winner!
5180
4050
3050
BRAND NEW 4-PLEX in Stettler. 1500 sq.ft. per unit. 3 bdrm. Avail. March 1st. 403-350-8574
LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211
Misc. For Rent
GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.
Wanted to Rent Acreages #3250 - #3390
4 TWO YEAR OLD RED ANGUS SIMMENTAL CROSS BULLS. Can deliver. 780-682-2644 BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN, ERSKINE, AB. 40, two year old virgin bulls for sale at the farm. Fully guaranteed. Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825, Terry 403-740-5037 Ricky 403-740-5711. email bardale@xplornet.com
CROSS COUNTRY HOMES Spring Clearance. All show homes priced to move and ready for quick possession. 20 X 76 homes starting at $113,000., double wides from $88 sq. ft.! Visit us in Acheson or call 780-470-8000; www.crosscountryhomes.com
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
For Rent #3000 - #3200
4430
Money To Loan
Financial #4400 - #4430
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Shop Stettler & Save!
4090
Manufactured Homes
WANTED: Hay land to put up on shares. 403-742-4337
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11
$48/case
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
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CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTRE Residents of Stettler and the surrounding area now have access to this free and confidential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government services, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.
Just Dial - 403-742-1155
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My 13-year-old son came home from school a couple o f w e e k s a g o a n d a s ke d t o d o s o m e t h i n g h e ’s n eve r a s ke d t o do before: make dinner. “I want to make pancakes for you and Daisy,” he said. “From scratch.” Wow. Even I have never made pancakes from scratch before. “Why would you want to do that?” I asked, perplexed. “ I t ’s f o r s c h o o l ,” h e s a i d . “We have to do it for home-ec class, and then our parents have to mark us.” Ah, OK. Now that made sense. Looking at the recipe provide d , I c o u l d s e e t h a t i t w a s n ’t j u s t f o r p a n c a k e s bu t f o r s y rup as well. Homemade syrup? Goodness. Obviously, a trip to the groc e r y s t o r e wo u l d b e n e c e s s a r y before the adventures could begin. I mean, really, who has white corn syrup, cream of tartar and maple flavouring in their pantry? We l l , m a y b e l o t s o f p e o p l e do. But not us. After getting home from the store and putting out all the ingredients on the counter, my son started to cook. And I, of course, started taking pictures. “ N o , M o m ,” h e o b j e c t e d . “ I don’t have a shirt on.” “You never do,” I responded, since he never does when he’s at home. “Why don’t you wear this apron?” He looked at it like I was a crazy person. “Why would I wear an apron?” he said. “Aren’t those for protecting clothes?” He let me take a few pictures after I assured him I wouldn’t post them on the Internet or sell them to the tabloids, and then I happily became his sous chef for the next messy hour. His recipe called for a lot more ingredients than the Aunt J e m i m a p a n c a k e m i x I ’d n o rmally use, so it took longer than e i t h e r o n e o f u s ex p e c t e d , bu t we had fun. A lot of fun. Because Dad was out, it was my job to taste the results. Not being a fan of this starchy breakfast meal since I was very young, I didn’t think I was the best to judge his creation. I took one bite of his blueb e r r y, w h o l e w h e a t p a n c a k e s with butter and homemade syru p a n d g ave i t a n e n t h u s i a s t i c t h u m b s u p . T h ey w e r e a l i t t l e thick and I could taste the baking powder, but I could tell they were edible. I didn’t imagine Sam and Daisy would eat much more than I did. I was wrong. The entire stack of them were devoured in record time. “Those were the best!” Sam said, proud to make such a delicious dinner for us. “I should do that for breakfast with chocolate chips instead of berries.” Since our house usually becomes sleepover central on the weekends, and pancakes are a favourite with the kids, I t h o u g h t t h a t wo u l d b e a m u c h better plan than the decadent breakfast feast my husband made for everyone recently. A f t e r g e t t i n g a c r av i n g a n d g o i n g o u t e a r l y t o bu y t h e i n g r e d i e n t s , Pa u l c a m e h o m e o n a Saturday morning to surprise us with something more exciting than the typical scrambled eggs, French toast or pancakes the gang usually eats. He decided to make us eggs Benedict and asparagus. Paul’s an excellent cook with a natural flair for creating tasty dishes and presenting them in a beautiful way like a nice restaurant would. His talents were lost on the children. “ I t ’s k i n d o f d i s g u s t i n g ,” Daisy said poking at the Hollandaise sauce and stabbing an asparagus spear with her fork. “No offence.” The other kids weren’t quite t h a t h o n e s t , a n d g av e i t a t r y with the tiniest bites imaginable, yet none of them could go the distance, and Aunt Jemima was called in to save the day. At least Sam will be able to do the saving now. I’d better get some chocolate chips.
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT COMMENTARY
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Afghanistan: mission not accomplished G WYNNE D YER World affairs columnist
Britain’s Prime Minister David Cameron rambled a bit on his visit to Afghanistan last December, but ended up sounding just as deluded as US President George W Bush had been when he proclaimed “Mission accomplished” six weeks after the invasion of Iraq. British troops were sent to Afghanistan, Cameron said, “so it doesn’t become a haven for terror. That is the mission...and I think we will have accomplished that mission.” Prime Minister Stephen Harper was equally upbeat when addressing Canadian troops just before they pulled out in 2011. Afghanistan no longer represents a “geostrategic risk to the world (and) is no longer a source of global terrorism,” he said. Both men are technically correct, since Afghanistan never was a “geostrategic risk to the world” or “a haven for terror,” but they must both know that the whole war was really a pointless waste of lives. Obviously, neither man can afford to say that the soldiers who died in obedience to the orders of their government (448 British troops, 158 Canadians) died in vain, but Barack Obama has found a better way to address the dilemma: he just doesn’t offer any as-
sessment of the campaign’s success. “I never doubted Obama’s support for the troops, only his support for their mission,” wrote former Defence Secretary Robert Gates, and he was right. So was Obama, in the sense that he realised the mission, whatever its purpose (the definitions kept changing), was neither doable nor worth doing. But in fact he did support it, at least to the extent of not pulling the plug on it — and 1,685 of the 2,315 American soldiers killed in Afghanistan died on his watch. Could do better. Now there’s another “election” coming up in Afghanistan (on April 5), and at least three-quarters of the remaining foreign troops (perhaps all of them) will be gone from the country by the end of this year, and the whole thing is getting ready to fall apart. This will pose no threat to the rest of the world, but it’s going to be deeply embarrassing for the Western leaders who nailed their flags to this particular mast. The election is to replace President Hamid Karzai, who has served two full terms and cannot run again. I’ll be at least as crooked as the last one in 2009: 20.7 million voters cards have already been distributed in a country where only 13.5 million people are over the age of 18. Karzai is so confident of remaining the power behind the throne that he is building his “retirement” residence next to the presidential palace, but he’s probably wrong.
His confidence is based on his skill as a manipulator of tribal politics. Indeed, his insistence that the US hand over control of Bagram jail, and his subsequent release of 72 hard-core Taliban prisoners, was designed to rebuild ties with the prisoners’ families and clans before the election. But it is that same Taliban organisation that will probably make all Karzai’s plans and plots irrelevant. It’s not that the Taliban will sweep back to power all over Afghanistan once Western troops leave. They really only controlled the Pashtun-majority areas of the east and south and the area around the capital even when they were “in power” in 1996-2001, while the Tajiks, Uzbeks and Hazaras of the “Northern Alliance” ruled the rest. That pattern is likely to reappear, with the Taliban and the northern warlords pushing politicians like Karzai aside — probably not at once, when most or all of the Western troops go home at the end of this year, but a while later, when the flow of aid (which accounts for 97 per cent of Afghan government spending) finally stops. The U.S.-backed government of South Vietnam did not collapse when American troops went home in 1973, but two years later, when Congress cut the aid to Saigon. The Soviet-backed government of Afghanistan did not collapse when Soviet troops withdrew in 1989, but three years later, after the Soviet Union col-
lapsed and Russia cut the aid. It will happen that way again. The new part-Taliban Afghanistan that emerges will be no more a source of international terrorism than the old part-Taliban Afghanistan was. It was Osama bin Laden and his merry men, mostly Arabs and a few Pakistanis, who plotted and carried out the 9/11 attacks, not the Taliban. True, bin Laden et al. were guests on Afghan soil at the time, but it is highly unlikely that they told the Taliban about the attacks in advance. After all, they were probably going to get their hosts’ country invaded by the United States; best not to bring it up. And there have been no international terrorist attacks coming out of Afghanistan in the past eight years, although the Taliban already control a fair chunk of the country. The election will unfold as Karzai wishes, and his preferred candidate (exactly who is still not clear) will probably emerge as the new president, but this truly is a case of rearranging the deck-chairs on the Titanic. The second long foreign occupation of Afghanistan in half a century is drawing to a close, and Afghanistan’s own politics and history are about to resume. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.
78th Annual Ponoka Stampede Parade
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Wednesday, March 19, 2014
NORTH CENTRAL CHAMPIONS — The atom B Stettler Storm won the North Central Minor Hockey Association atom Tier 3 championship after posting a pair of weekend wins over the Sundre Huskies — 6-3 on Sunday at Stettler and 3-2 on Friday at Sundre — to sweep the best-of-three final. Stettler earlier eliminated Ponoka and Innisfail. Douglas MacPherson and Yannick Zondag each scored two goals in Sunday’s victory, and Quin Hansel and Zac Bryson also scored for the Storm. Bret Hymers contributed three assists and Storm goalie Raden Baskey made 26 saves. Bryson, with two, and MacPherson netted the Stettler goals in Friday’s win and Baskey registered 20 stops. Contributed photo
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