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Highway fire: Rimbey fire department had a fire, which threatened to engulf a Precision Well Servicing coil tubing rig, under control is less than an hour last Wednesday. Fire Chief John Weisgerber said the fire may have been caused by a tire blow out which caused friction somewhere on the rig, which, in turn, ignited the flames. Firemen responded to several calls about the rig which was engulfed in flames at around 6:30 p.m. April 9. The rig was southbound on Highway 20 north of Rimbey when the firemen responded. “We had it all under control in about 45 minutes,” said Weisgerber, “but the rig sustained heavy damage.”There was no injuries in the fire and the truck pulling the rig was not on fire.Traffic was stopped on Highway 20 while firemen fought the blaze. RCMP and emergency crews were also on the scene. APN Photo
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RCMP respond to over 40 calls The Rimbey RCMP detachment during the investigation while the responded to over 40 calls for service search ensued. Not surprisingly, the this week. Highlights of the week in- man was located by police whoopclude impaired driving, drugs, theft, ing it up at a local motel. After break and enter and other serious getting his last paycheck, the missmatters. ing man went on a bender in RimImpaired driver bey. The 46-year-old man, a resident Rimbey Mounties made another of Wetaskiwin, was arrested for misarrest for impaired driving. Just after chief and causing a disturbance wearmidnight on April 6, officers patrol- ing nothing but a smile while doing ling Highway 20 near town stopped the best Captain Morgan stance he a Ford F150 travelling at a high rate could muster. On top of being highly of speed. After partaking in some intoxicated he was in possession of spirits at a local community event, methamphetamine. The accused has the driver exhibited the usual signs been remanded in jail facing multiple of being intoxicated. As well as charges. He was also wanted in other being drunk and behind the wheel, jurisdictions for several outstanding police located illegal drugs in the veChild find: Patricia Jones, assistant co-ordinator of Rimbey and District Victim Services finger- hicle. The driver, a 21-year-old man, warrants for his arrest. prints Molly Service, five, while her two-year-old sister, Ellie plays in the background. Child Find a resident of Ponoka, was charged Break and enter Police are investigating a break was held at the library, Friday as part of Victims of Crime Awareness Week. with impaired driving and possesand enter which occurred in the ruTreena Mielke Photo sion of illegal drugs. The passenger, ral area near Range Road 40 north of also 21-years old and from Ponoka, Highway 53. It appears that while has been charged with unlawful possession of drugs. Both will appear the owners were out of the commuin Rimbey court to deal with their nity someone not only broke into their home...they squatted in it for a charges. while too. Not unlike Goldilocks and Missing worker charged On April 6, police were notified the Three Bears, the culprit(s) were by an oil servicing company that sleeping in their beds too! Police are By Treena Mielke Rimoka board chairman Paul McLaughlin one of their workers had gone miss- actively following up on leads at this ing from their work site. Police re- time as the investigation continues in An announcement from the Province regard- agreed. “It’s so close,” he said. “We are definitely sponded and immediately began an this matter. ing funding for a new lodge for Rimbey could be moving forward, but we are stewards of the proj- investigation into his just weeks away. disappearance. OffiMayor Rick Pankiw, councillors Matt Jay- ect only and we respect the channels of communi- cers entered the misscox, Jack Webb and Einar Olsen, Ponoka County cation. It is inevitable that the province will make ing person on the Councillor Nancy Hartford and Dennis Beesley, the announcement, even though it is a team effort. Canada wide computer Ponoka County has made an offer to purchase system in the event he CEO of Bethany met with residents of Parkland I would like to thank all our wonderful land from developer Stan Cummings to be used showed up elsewhere Manor Friday to assure them funding for a new neighbours and friends who were very kind by Rimoka housing to seniors’ complex looks promising. and thoughtful to our family in the loss of “The funding for a new lodge is very close and build a seniors’ lodge RIMBEY HIGH SCHOOL my husband Marshall. Very special thanks we are sure we will have an announcement very south of Highway 53. to Kelly and Bill Hansen who let me stay at PROUDLY PRESENTS shortly,” said Mayor their place and take me wherever I needed Pankiw. By Tim Kelly 130 to go. Also special thanks to Jeff and Elaine The mayor, howLocations & g! in Barkman, and Rod and Ann Mayner who ow Gr ever, emphasized a looked after our house while I stayed at Franchise Opportunity! formal announcement my sons home, and to all the people who Enter the exciting world of outdoor advertising! Magnetsigns about the funding is the world’s largest portable sign rental network, with a sent cards of condolences, and to all the needs to come from wide range of changeable outdoor advertising products people who visited Marshall while he was the government, not the that ŵt into any complex city marketplace. Rimoka board. in hospital and inquired about his health. This is an established franchise being offered for sale “It is the governYour kindness will always be appreciated. and comes as a turn key operation. Investment range ment that holds the varies and ŵnancial information will be made available Also to all the Dr’s and Nurses at Ponoka for qualiŵed buyers. purse strings. It would General Hospital for all the care they gave We are looking for a self-starting individual with a vision of be disrespectful for us to Marshall. To Wilson’s Funeral Chapel at owning your own business, if this is you, then ŵnd out more: to make an announceMay 9th and 10th, 2014 Rimbey for all their kindness. Peter Lougheed Community Center ment about the exact Call 1-800-219-8977 Ext 2 $ Dinner Theatre 35 • Dinner 6:30, Play 7:30 level of funding withor visit www.magnetsigns.com - Sadie Lewis and Family. Tickets Available at the School out their permission.”
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She gave me some of my happiest Friendships! times in my life, thus far. Some are ordinary and some can It almost seemed as though cause more bad times than good. No we needed each other to live. I matter what, friends help shape us. was a parachute wrapped around They can teach us both good and bad her tight as we jumped head first lessons, and they can open us up to new into the friendship that would forand exciting things. With that said there ever change our lives. is always one friend you always end up Sadly the friendship we going back to even if they drive you inshared took a frightening turn for sane some days. Taylor Snell the worst. Some of the similariThat is the one friend you will alWork Experience ties we shared were lack of selfways be there for and whom will always esteem and other negative issues. be there for you. I have one of those. We Buried underneath, hidden from have had our ups and downs but no matour nearest and dearest, were these hurt and beaten ter what I will always keep her in my heart. This article will be the story of that relation- down girls. We felt as though nothing or no one ship, and how I have learned so much from my could make us happy except for one another. We were drifting away from reality. It was us friend’s beautiful mind, but, at times, blurred thoughts. Also how I continue to help her in the against the world. We helped each other through struggles each of us face today, and how she has our issues for awhile but soon my friend hit the breaking point and there was no more help I could helped me. In the beginning I remember being very un- give her to drain out the pain. She turned her back on everything she promsure about pursuing a friendship with her, but this girl’s contagious smile and her unique way of put- ised me and most importantly, herself. Growing ting her self out there was impossible to avoid. We numb and dark, without realizing it, our friendship were in the same small school and it was hard to was falling apart. We were both hanging on by a not have a relationship of some sort with every thread. We made plans to run away, to be our own student. I decided to talk to her one day at school. Surprised, I found out how many similarities we people and live in peace. At first I couldn’t agree shared. She liked this band, so did I, and silly with my friend more. Running from all that things came to light like our appreciation for deli- seemed bad at the time, sounded ideal. When evcious cheesy potatoes. Just those little similarities erything started to turn bad, really bad, I began to pushed us to keep talking and soon enough we realize there was no way we could run. There was were joined at the hip! Our time together was fun no money, no real place to run to, and I couldn’t and we took on every day with a ton of love and leave my family behind, even though feelings of uniqueness. We were always doing something. anger and frustration were brewing up inside me.
My friend was indulging in negative behaviours including self abuse and I knew I had to tell her, “no” and walk away. I wasn’t giving up on our friendship but I knew that’s what needed to be said and done in order for us to heal; mentally and physically. Saying no to my best friend was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done but I wasn’t sad because I knew I would be able to call her my friend again one day. Now, two years later we are beginning to repair our relationship. Many things have changed. I have matured substantially, and, for the most part, I’m a very happy young lady. When it comes to my friend, she still struggles with many things. It makes me upset to see this girl I love so much going through hard times. Even though she is in a weird and somewhat scary part of her life, she is one of the strongest people I know. I am so privileged to have an amazing and strong person like her in my life. I will always be there for her. I would literally give her the shirt off my back, only asking a simple smile in return. Now that we are both on good terms and speaking again, I have noticed that we are both very sorry for the things said and done. We both apologized to each other and moved on. That’s what a real friendship should be like. Live and learn, forgive and forget, understand the other person and hope they understand you. Most of all respect your friend and be there for him or her, no matter what. I’m ending this article with one of my favorite quotes about friendship. “True friends are those who came into your life, saw the most negative part of you, but are not ready to leave you, no matter how contagious you are to them.” - Michael bassey Johnson
One in six Canadian children has a vision problem When I was five years old, I dropped out of kindergarten. The teacher used to get cross with me for not doing things correctly, such as passing the scissors, handles first, after a demonstration of how to do so at circle time, and I couldn’t handle the stress. My mother said I did not have to go to school anymore — at least for the remainder of the year. What wasn’t discovered until a full grade later, thanks to a kindly Grade one teacher who thought I was capable of more than I was doing academically, was that I had serious vision impairment — a myopia of -10 diopters, no less. In layman’s terms, I was severely near-sighted. Turns out, I wasn’t being difficult when I was passing scissors incorrectly. I couldn’t see them properly. Without glasses, I couldn’t see much at all. No wonder school was a struggle. Here we are, many decades later, and despite multiple recommendations from professional health organizations including the Canadian Association of Optometrists, the National Coalition for Vision Health and the Canadian Pediatric Society, there remains no standard routine vision testing or eye exam programs for school-age children and youth across the country. Some patchwork programs exist in some provinces, in some cities or for specific income groups in some communities across the country, but many children, older kids and new Canadians are falling through the cracks. There are kids struggling in school, just as I was, when a pair of glasses might easily solve the problem. There’s only one word for this: unconscionable. When vision impairment goes unchecked it becomes a kind of invisible disability, affecting literacy, numeracy and skill development. It can also contribute to social exclusion, as a child may hold herself back from play with peers, made difficult because of poor sight. Or, as in my own
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case, it can even lead to educational exclusion — when academic struggles are wrongly attributed to another cause, such as bad behaviour or cognitive ability. According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists, one in six children has a vision problem that makes it difficult to learn and read. At present, in many regions across the country, a child’s vision impairment may never be detected or is caught only as a result of attentive educators and caregivers who may suspect a problem. Only 14 per cent of children in Canada under the age of six receive professional eye care. But even when vision impairment is suspected, there remain many barriers to adequate health services, including lack of medical insurance coverage, lack of accessible transportation for appointments, the costs of taking time off work to ferry children to appointments, and the out-of-pocket costs for prescription glasses or other aids. Many new immigrant families may have further struggles navigating the health care system due to linguistic and cultural barriers. The good news is that there are organizations tackling this issue and making a difference, but they can’t do it on their own – nor should they. For example, the non-profit Toronto Foundation for Student Success (TFSS) launched an initiative in 2007 called the Gift of Sight and Sound, with support from corporate donors and partner non-profit organizations. They screen nearly 10,000 students every year for both vision and hearing problems in the early grades in inner city Toronto. The screening takes place directly in the
school, and if potential problems are detected, children receive full exams by an optometrist. If prescription glasses are required, they are provided free of charge on-site. One in four of the students they have examined so far have had potential vision problems, and four of every five students that attended the subsequent optometry clinic received glasses. Last year, 2,900 children in the Toronto schools received glasses; if the funding had been available for secondary school programming, the estimated numbers of glasses needed was expected to be similar. The success of Alberta’s Eye See . . . Eye Learn program, which tests kids before they enter grade one, is another excellent model that could be replicated across the country. The bottom line: thousands of children in Canada are struggling needlessly, as I once did, when something as simple as a routine eye exam and corrective lenses could benefit them enormously. The Canadian Association of Optometrists has called for a national Children’s Vision Initiative to ensure that all Canadian children have a comprehensive eye exam before they enter the school system. It’s time other health providers echoed this call, and our politicians heed it. Comprehensive eye health needs to be part of our accessible and affordable healthcare system. To do otherwise would lack real vision. Dr. Elizabeth Lee Ford-Jones is an expert advisor with EvidenceNetwork.ca, a paediatrician specializing in social paediatrics and project Investigator at SickKids and professor in the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Toronto. The above represent the opinions of Dr. Lee Ford-Jones and not necessarily the official positions of either The Hospital for Sick Children or the University of Toronto. (www.troymedia.com)
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Ten-year-old Darienn Levie was busy helping her grandma, Laine Dahms, chairman of the volunteer dinner committee during the dinner held last Monday at the Peter Lougheed Community Centre. Treena Mielke Photo
Volunteer dinner fun evening for all By Treena Mielke Paul McLaughlin was relatively new to the area when he got his first taste of volunteerism. The Ponoka County Reeve, who spoke at a volunteer appreciation night dinner held April 7 at Peter Lougheed Community Centre, recalled being called to a hall board meeting several years ago. He attended the meeting, but the only other person in attendance when he arrived had to leave, so he left him with the hall keys. “That’s how I got on the hall board,” McLaughlin said with a chuckle. Mayor Rick Pankiw quoted author Erma Brombeck when he summed up the work of volunteers. “Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience and just plain loving one another,” the author said. “She couldn’t have said it better,” said Pankiw. “It seems in this day and age every organization is stretched to its max. There never seems to be enough hours in a day, days in a week and weeks in a month to meet the ongoing demands of society.” Volunteers are a critical component to the success of any organization, he added, no matter what it is. “Even something as simple as giving your neighbor a helping hand,
your patience, compassion, kindness and endless giving of yourself, makes the lives of so many people easier.” Pankiw compared volunteerism to the ultimate exercise in democracy. “When you volunteer you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.” The price of volunteerism can’t be measured in dollars and cents, he added. “Volunteers don’t get paid, not because you’re worthless, but because you’re priceless.” Laine Dahms, chairperson of the volunteer appreciation night committee said she was pleased with the turnout noting the committee had worked hard to put it all together. “They are a very special group of people. We have sliced and diced and peeled, chopped and shredded,” she said with a laugh. Lynn Gray from Alberta health Services was also in attendance at the dinner and Shalaine Hancik accompanied by Dick Hancik and Maurice Paul provided entertainment. Members of the volunteer appreciation night committee are Mary Busch, Irene Steeves, Laine Dahms, Dan Donald, Cheryl Jones, Anita Goetz, Peggy Makofka, Pat Muddle, Katherine Winters, Nancy Adams, Pam and Bill Scott, Peter Strenstrom, Shirley Winter, Delores Green and Alvin Goetz.
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Painting Ukranian Easter eggs can be a fun and relaxing craft
Dawn Nawrot, has taught classes in the art of painting Ukrainian Easter eggs in Rimbey. The age old craft can be a family affair and is relaxing, fun and enjoyable. Treena Mielke Photo
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By Treena Mielke mouths and lids, candle or spirit lamp, steel tableSomeone cracking eggs into a sizzling frying spoons, pencil, tissues, toothpicks and clear gloss pan to prepare breakfast might not be thinking of varnish. Dyes may be purchased, but Nawrot said they the unbroken shell as a perfect canvas for a beautiful can also be created using such ingredients as beet piece of meaningful art. leaves, tea, coffee, flowers, carrots and onions But maybe they should. Having a room full of ladies in a class learning The art of painting Easter eggs is a craft that not how to paint Ukrainian only results in intricate “It’s mindless and yet it’s not.” Easter eggs is interesting, colorful designs each with said Nawrot. their own unique symbol“You need to concentrate are all intent on ism, it gives the person and all the other stresses stay doing“They their own thing and doing the work hours of out there.” it is quiet and then finally quiet, relaxed pleasure. Dawn Nawrot, art instructor it is interesting to watch Dawn Nawrot, who Rimbey Art Club their faces light up when has taught classes in the art of painting Ukrainian they see what they have Easter eggs in Rimbey, created.” said creating the finished product can be a form of Nawrot has also taught the craft to youngsters meditation. and she has given them free rein to create their own “It’s mindless and yet it’s not,” she said. “You story, using flowers, animals or other symbols of need to concentrate and all the other stresses stay out their own choosing. there.” She gestures away from the egg she is workShe encourages the children to be creative and ing on to make her point. not worry about staying in the lines. Nawrot, who has delightful baskets filled with Nawot has practiced Ukrainian Easter egg paintan assortment of painted Easter eggs on her kitchen ing on larger eggs such as goose eggs and plans to table, learned the craft as a young girl. Although her decorate a goose egg. heritage is not Ukrainian she grew up in a UkraiAlthough she says she can decorate a regular nian community and many of her friends learned the sized egg in an hour, she expects doing the larger practice from their grandmothers. eggs will take much longer. As she watched her friends create beautiful eggs, “That will probably keep me busy for a whole Nawrot’s own natural artistic talent soon showed itevening.” self and she began to paint her own eggs. After she Decorating Easter eggs is only form of artwork married and had a family, she taught her own chilfor the Rimbey artist, who is a member of the art dren how to paint the eggs and soon it became a famclub and works mostly with pastels and watercolors. ily tradition. Information on the Internet stated a pysanka is a Ukrainian Easter egg, decorated using a wax-resist (batik) method. The word comes from the verb pysanka, meaning to write, as the designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax. Decorating pysanky or Ukrainian eggs is a craft which has been handed down through the generations of Ukrainian and Russian heritage. Ancient pre-Christian people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. During the spring festivals, they used coloured decorated eggs to welcome the sun and to help the sun’s rebirth into power and warmth, ensuring fertility to the fields and rivers. These were celebrations signifying triumph of life over death and of spring over winter. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs came to symbolize the Resurrection and the spiritual rebirth of man. Legend has it that as long as pysanky are decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world. Rooster and chicken eggs were thought to keep away evil spirits. Early pysanky designs depict man’s close relationship with the earth through the Ukrainian egg symbols such as wheat and trees. Many of these symbols are still used today. Debbie Hug and Lucy Hug took the egg decoEquipment needed to make the Ukrainian Eas- rating course at the Rimbey Art Club. ter egg (pysanka), a kistky (writing tool), beeswax, Photo submitted egg dyes, white vinegar, pint-sized jars with wide
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Looking back: Volunteers Garrett Jones and Bill Scott look at some pictures of past volunteer events during the volunteer dinner held last Monday at the Peter Lougheed Community Centre. Treena Mielke Photo
Sportball, new activity for preschoolers, offered in Bentley By June Norvila
They (the pair) learn to listen quietly to another. “We coordinated it locally,” said Barb A new activity for pre-schoolers with instructions and a demonstration while an attending, participating parent/guard- switching very quickly between activi- Carson, Bentley Community Services Manager. “It is encouraging to see not ian has been taking place on Mondays in ties. The non-competitive sports program only mothers, but also some fathers, the gymnasium of the Bentley Commuis based on skills used in basketball, footcome with the kids,” she said. nity Church. It has been offered in other places to It is called Sportball. The name ball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, golf, Sportball may be deceiving as it is a lot and tennis and is presented in an age ap- members of the Lacombe County Early propriate way. Childhood Development Coalition inmore than what the name implies. Many different kinds of simple, inexcluding Eckville, Clive, Lacombe, Alix, The six-week free-of-charge-program pensive, age appropriate equipment are and Blackfalds. that ends after Easter was brought into Sportball has franchises throughout Bentley by Bentley Community Services incorporated. In this pre-school class with funding provided by the Lacombe there were different kinds and sizes of North America, all with certified SportCounty Early Childhood Development balls, hula-hoops, beanbags, cones, piec- ball coaches. This one is based in Red es of cloth and more. Deer and can offer activities for other Coalition. It has proven so popular and well reevents and also camps for children up to The program offers an organized hour of active play and exercise that encour- ceived in Bentley (there were 12 on the the age of twelve. ages the registered adult/child partner- waiting list although it was sugWinÀeld Pre-Kindergarten ship to engage in activities that are not gested it might be different if only fun, but help in the development of there had been a charge) that it Has a teaching position available for the balance, strength, co-ordination, stamina, is being considered to offer an2014/2015 school year. and timing in the young child while de- other session again possibly in veloping confidence, self-esteem and the fall. It is a salaried position on In Bentley a father even took teamwork, and at the same time helps Tuesday and Thursday mornings. teach the adult how to engage in active time off from work to come with We are looking for someone with: play with that child with the hopes it will his son when the mother was Level2- Child Development Worker not feeling well. Another facarry over to home. Valid First Aid and CPR certiÀcate. In this particular session twelve chil- ther had a younger one strapped dren (the defined limit) ages 2-5, and to his chest while participating Please forward your resume to: their adult partner, learn through creative with a slightly older one while Lisa at grover-mom@hotmail.com instruction and positive encouragement. the mother participated with yet
Fun activity for a parent and child partnership has been offered in the six-week long sportball program in Bentley coordinated by Bentley Community Services with funding from the Lacombe County Early Childhood Development Coalition. Photo by June Norvila
Rimbey Elementary School
Kindergarten Registration RES is now accepting registrations for the 2014-2015 school term. Children must be 5 years of age by December 31, 2014 to attend. Please register at the RES Office. An original birth certificate is required at the time of registration. Early intervention programs for 3 – 5 year olds are available.
Please contact the RES Office at (403) 843-3751 for more information.
Kindergarten Open House Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Former drug addict speaks out about horrific journey By Treena Mielke
who loved her? “I suppose it all started with my best friend,” No one would identify the confident, pretty said Jenni. “I loved her, but her troubled life was a young woman who faced her audience with a lovely terrible influence on me.” smile and a calm demeanor as a former drug addict. Jenni recalled the first night she tried speed. And certainly no one would ever guess the gen“One night we were sitting in a pickup in front tle, sweet lady who sat beside her was a mom who of the bar and she made me what we called a parahad to face the grim reality that her daughter was, chute. She tore the corner off a Kleenex, sprinkled indeed, addicted to crystal methamphetamine. Jenni Highmoor and her mother Vernita came some of the speed onto it, then twisted the top off to Neighborhood Place last Thursday to share their so it looked like a stork package and gave it to me story, a story which they hoped that in the telling to drop like a pill.” However, this method was inconvenient and might help even one person avoid the hell that lies on the other side of a magic drug called crystal soon Jenni found herself ‘ripping rails with the rest of them.’ meth. At this point in her drug use, Jenni said she was Jenni grew up in Rimbey. She was a happy teen; unaware that speed was crystal meth. She said she popular, fun to be with, and, by her own admission, would not have used it had she known, mostly bea girl with a bit of a wild side. “I was a very spirited girl who was active in a cause of the stigma attached to the name. “Speed, however, had been used since the’70s, variety of sports and maintained honors through so I didn’t think it could be all that bad.” high school. My siblings and I were fortunate Jenni’s life did not immediately spiral out of enough to have a stay at home mom, who dedicated her existence to ensuring we had healthy and nor- control after she started using speed, and when she became pregnant during her second year in college, mal childhoods.” “Jennifer was somewhat headstrong, but she she quit taking drugs completely. When her son was born she devoted herself had been an honors student, very involved in sports, to being the best mom ever. When the relationstudent council, yearbook – she didn’t fit what I beship with her little guy’s dad began to unravel, she lieved to be the picture of someone who would use moved home, bringing her son with her. drugs,” her mom added. She then began working for Rimbey EMS and So why did a beautiful young girl such as Jenalso began taking EMT schooling. ni end up in the merciless clutches of a drug that About that time she hit it off with a new guy. threatened to destroy her life and the lives of those As it turned out her new guy was into speed. Buck Lake Senior’s would like to thank the Soon, she was doing the drug, also. following businesses for their generous “I began doing a litdonations to our Silent Auction tle speed here and there Buck Lake Rimbey when I needed to wake up, but didn’t want to.” BJ Petroleum Buist Motors As it turned out this Buck Lake Grocery Craft & Chat decision turned out to Buck Lake Hardware Eckrim be the beginning of a Dd Liquor Barn Home Hardware D Murray Grading Tirecraft very bad journey. Kaycee Optimization Jeweller Next Door Before long, Jenni, Production Solution Mandys overwhelmed with Keyera Energy Management Massage Centre the responsibilities L&B Maintenance Monteray Jack’s Restaurant of working, going to Leo’s Place Collision & Paint MNP school and caring for Mallo Environmental Pharmasave her ill grandma, began Mallo-D Lane Llamas Rimbey Co-op to rely more and more Pressure Services Inc. Stationery Stories & Sounds Jennifer Highmoor and her mother Vernita Carlson spoke about Jenon the drug. Peggy’s Bed & Breakfast Value Drug Mart When her grandma nifer’s drug addiction as a teenager, and how she overcame it, to a UFA Petroleum Agency Whitgan Creations West Country Leisure died, the pain became group at Neighborhood Place in Rimbey last Thursday. The talk was Winfield Andy & Laura Anderson unbearable. part of Victim Services Crime Awareness Week. Treena Mielke Photo Carol & Ed Badger Country Stitches “This was when the Vera & Ruby Brzus Gordann Trucking addiction began to take hold. I couldn’t stand to be Del & Al Caskey Good Hair Days by Judy idle for fear of my inner demons catching up, so I THE FOOT INSTITUTE Coral Hayes Ester Lambert pushed on. 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LookTherapy, Biomechanics, Dr. Mike Motyer, ing back she seemed a little scattered at times, but & Foot Surgery Alder Flats Legion DPM she was a very busy lady and mom. Yes, it someMoore’s Agri-Trade Ltd Dr.Dr.Motyer Motyer Piece Makers Quilting Club times crossed my mind, but I pretty much justified willwillsee Ponderosa Gift’s & Tack seepatients patients at: at: the behaviors with something that made sense to Raven Meadows Golf Resort me.” Seely’s General Ltd. However, one day in June, 2007, Jenni came to Twilight Hair Salon 4956 Highway 2ARed Lacombe 4705 - 48 Ave. Deer her mom and told her she had been using speed, but Gloria Batch she was done with it. Jean Sargeant EXPANDED HOURS “I believed her. I’m sure she believed it, herVelma Capaniuk self.” Bernice Johnson ForFor appointment call appointment call But the non-use lasted only a month or so, and Village of Breton County of Wetaskiwin then there was that fateful time when she decided to MP Claine Calkins do it just one more time. www.footinstitute.com www.footinstitute.com Continued on Page 12
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Helping out: Patricia Jones, assistant co-ordinator for Rimbey Victim Services presents $200 and $500 cheques to Taylor Snell from West Country Outreach Leadership Team. The money is to go towards the breakfast and lunch program at the school as well as the September guest speaker. Also pictured from the leadership team are Cassidy Low, Akeesha Sapach and Jakie Shippy. Victim Services receives their funding to help out with such programs from the Department of Justice of Canada. Treena Mielke Photo
Possibility of starting incubator program in Rimbey still being explored, interest seems low By Treena Mielke The town has earmarked $50,000 for a program designed to help boost economic development in Rimbey, but the mayor is not sure if there is enough interest to make the program viable. The Rimbey Chamber of Commerce executive is exploring the possibility of starting an incubator program here. This project involves providing a large commercial space, dividing it into smaller areas and allowing small businesses to set up shop there. Businesses would be charged rent at market value, have access to mentoring services and receive promotional suggestions and encouragement. However, council will not fork over the money until the chamber of commerce has a business plan in place. Pankiw also would like to see more interest shown in the project. He said the majority of those in attendance at a meeting regarding the incubator program held last week were from the chamber, the town and the county. “I would have liked to see more business people there,” he said. “I have listened to this presentation before and so far I have not seen interest from the public. Maybe it’s not something that will work here which is too bad. I’ve seen the one in Rocky and I know
that one is a total success.” Chamber president Jackie Stratton said the chamber is working on the business plan, but needs to get the go-ahead from its members before proceeding further. “If the majority of our members vote ‘yes’, we will steam ahead,” she said. Stratton said the incubator program encompasses new and existing businesses. “It would be for the expansion and retention of existing businesses whether they be on Main Street or a home based business or agricultural. And it would not be tailored exclusively to entrepreneurs. We want to make it doable and accessible for everyone,” she said. Michelle Andrishak, manager of the incubator program in Rocky Mountain House spoke at last week’s meeting. Terry Vaughan, community development officer for Culture, Alberta, also gave a presentation and will present a report to the chamber at a later date. Some of the businesses in Rocky Mountain House who participated in the incubator program were Pure Healthy Essential Oils, That Game Store, KES Graphic Designs, Cougar Ridge Bookkeeping, Coldwell Banker Realty and Deep Reflections, a registered psychologist. For more information about the incubator program contact Jackie Stratton at 403-843-2727 or Carrie Vaartstra at 403-843-2944.
Search for CAO narrows By Treena Mielke The search for a new Chief Administrative Officer to take over the helm of the Town of Rimbey was narrowed down to final candidates last week. Mayor Rick Pankiw said 37 candidates applied for the position and three were shortlisted. Interviews were held last Wednesday. The HR Group from Sherwood Park
was hired as headhunters to help find a suitable candidate for the position. Although it cost the town $12,000 plus expenses to hire the company, Pankiw said it was money well spent. “We tried to do it ourselves and ended up at a stalemate. Going through headhunters cleared any muddy waters and gave us the chance to move on.” The mayor expects to make an announcement as to whom the new CAO will be later this month.
COUNTY SIMPLIFIES PERMITTING PROCESS County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Council has provided direction, through the Strategic and Business Planning process, for the sole sourcing of a Safety Codes Agency for building, electrical, gas and plumbing permit disciplines to ensure continuity of permit and inspection services and safe homes and buildings for residents. Currently these permits are obtained through contacting one of several provincially accredited agencies, some of which do not offer all disciplines. In accordance with the County of Wetaskiwin Land Use Bylaw all development requires a development permit issued by the County. Once a development permit is approved by the County in accordance with the Provincial Safety Codes Act, the developer must obtain a building permit and all applicable permits for utilities from an Accredited Safety Codes Inspection Officer. For many years the Alberta Safety Codes Council has encouraged municipalities to have a single source for issuing provincial permits and for compliance monitoring to ensure continuity and safe homes and buildings. Several municipalities throughout Alberta provide a single source, with a direct relationship and agreement with a Provincially Accredited Safety Codes Inspection Agency. Over the next several months, County staff will be working through the process to attain the services of a single Accredited Safety Codes Agency and receive accreditation through the Alberta Municipal Safety Codes Council. Accreditation is when a municipality secures a direct relationship and agreement with a single accredited safety codes agency or has their own safety codes officers to perform the services necessary under the Safety Codes Act. The steps in the process will include keeping residents and landowners informed by providing information and updates on the County website, the Pipestone Flyer newspaper, resident newsletters, trade shows, and open houses. There will also be a tendering process after which a tentative contract will be awarded to the safety codes agency that can provide the best service for residents and landowners. Concurrently, the County will make application for accreditation with the Alberta Safety Codes Council (note: the Safety Codes Council requires a tentative agreement with an accredited safety codes agency prior to submission of an application for accreditation). It is anticipated that accreditation will be received by the fall of this year. “Benefits of a single source Agency will include a one-stop service for residents, landowners, developers and builders and access to onsite safety codes information,” states Reeve Kathy Rooyakkers. “The increased continuity of permit and inspection services will bring about a closer and more consistent relationship between the municipality, the agency and residents, landowners, developers and builders, and will allow the municipality and landowners easier and quicker access to permit documentation that does not exist today.” In the meantime, all residents, landowners, developers and builders will continue to obtain provincial permits through one of several accredited agencies currently providing service in the area. Once the County of Wetaskiwin has attained accreditation, all new permits will then be obtained either at the County Office or directly from the single source Safety Codes Agency. Any permits started with a separate Agency prior to the commencement of the single source agency will continue through the process with those agencies. To view a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and access a link to Alberta Safety Codes Council website, please visit the County of Wetaskiwin website www.county.wetaskiwin.ab.ca in the What’s New section or contact Director of Planning & Economic Development, David Blades via email dblades@county.wetaskiwin.ab.ca or phone 780-361-6235. PIPESTONE FLYER: DATE(S) OF PUBLICATION: DATE SUBMITTED: CONTACT PERSON: PROJECT CODE:
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Area farmers face some challenges as they prepare for the upcoming growing season Lower Commodity Prices and Tighter Margins Expected This Year As the April 30 crop insurance deadline approaches and farmers in Ponoka County prepare
to seed their crops, an Alberta crop market analyst says grain growers will be facing some challenges this year. Prices on most commodities, including wheat, canola, and barley, have dropped roughly 40 per cent from the near-record prices Alberta farmers enjoyed last spring, says Charlie Pearson, a provincial crop market analyst with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD). Meanwhile input costs to grow a crop, such as fertilizer, seed, herbicides, and fungicides, haven’t dropped proportionately – creating a cost-price squeeze that is forcing farmers to really sharpen their With commodity prices down roughly 40 per cent from this time last pencils as they prepare year on many crops, Nancy Smith with AFSC advises farmers to re- for the growing season, view and ask questions about their crop insurance before the April 30 says Pearson. deadline to ensure they understand the options and coverage choices A review of crop available this year. Photo submitted costs between January
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2013 and 2014 shows fertilizer prices fell 10 to 15 per cent, but have now climbed back to last year’s February levels due in part to seasonal demand, notes Jason Wood, a production crop economist with ARD. Diesel fuel has increased 13 per cent, but producers will be pleased to hear most seed costs and chemical prices have held steady, says Wood, noting treated canola seed varieties have increased 2 to 14 per cent. “Margins will be a lot tighter than the last few years. Farmers will have to assess every input they use to ensure it gives them the best bang for their buck,” says Pearson. He points out today’s lower grain and oilseed prices are due to a general decline in world prices and huge, record grain yields harvested in Alberta and across Western Canada last fall. Another issue facing farmers this year is the backlog of grain waiting to be shipped by rail for export to international markets. “It’s creating cash flow challenges for farmers, and keeping grain and oilseed prices lower in Western Canada than other parts of the world where grain supplies are still relatively tight and demand is strong,” Pearson explains, adding he doesn’t expect commodity prices to move much in Alberta this year. April 30 Crop Insurance Deadline “Farmers are preparing to manage their way through the challenges this year, and as always good risk management will be important,” says Nancy Smith, with Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) – the provincial Crown corporation that administers crop insurance across Alberta on behalf of the provincial and federal governments. She reminds farmers of the upcoming April 30 crop insurance deadline. “Most producers will invest $200 to $300 or more per acre into their crops over the growing season, and they don’t want to risk losing that to a hailstorm or some other unexpected weather event,” says Smith. She explains that’s why more than 75 per cent of Alberta farmers insured about 15 million acres of annual crops across the province last year. About $295 million was paid out on crop insurance claims for the 2013 crop year across Alberta, including Ponoka County, says Smith. The lion’s share of payouts last year – roughly $219 million – was triggered under the Hail Endorsement (HE) rider, an option 90 per cent of producers choose because hail is such a major weather risk in Alberta. Despite more than 3,700 HE claims, actual losses under the production guarantee that crop insurance provides were only $36 million – among the lowest ever, says Smith. She explains crop insurance allows farmers to insure up to 80 per cent of their average production on most crops. “If yields fall below that, a claim is triggered. Even many farmers with hail damage harvested above av-
erage yields last fall because growing conditions were ideal across much of the province. Unfortunately the prices weren’t there for farmers in the fall,” says Smith. $38.8 Million Paid on SPE Claims The Spring Price Endorsement (SPE) rider on crop insurance triggered $38.8 million in claims when commodity prices on many crops fell up to 25 per cent last fall. The SPE compensates farmers when crop prices fall 10 per cent or more between spring and fall, explains Smith. Other perils that triggered claims included excess moisture, which led to unseeded acres in some areas. Low commodity prices and tighter margins have Blakely Ballhorn scrutinizing input costs and looking for efficiencies on his mixed grain and cattle operation near Wetaskiwin. Ballhorn is glad he pre-bought fertilizer last fall when the price was lower, but rising diesel fuel and labour costs have him concerned. “There is security in knowing I’m covering some of my input costs with crop insurance,” he says. Ballhorn says not getting adequate rainfall and the threat of hail are the biggest risks on his operation every growing season. “We grew a record crop and avoided hail last year, but our fields were hit hard for two consecutive years before that. My land is in a pretty tight block, so when a storm hits, it affects a large portion of our farm and could really wipe us out. That’s why crop insurance and the hail rider are so important,” he says. Increased Straight Hail Coverage Changes to crop insurance this year include increased Straight Hail coverage, which producers can Auto-Elect with their policy by April 30. “Previously we capped Straight Hail coverage at $150/acre for most crops. We’ve now increased coverage to $225/acre for dryland cereals, and $325/acre for dryland canola and chickpeas. For irrigated crops, coverage has increased to $400/acre for cereals, and $425/acre for canola and chickpeas,” says Smith. Farmers who Auto-Elect Straight Hail also receive a two per cent premium discount. Smith encourages producers to review and ask questions about their crop insurance to ensure they understand the options and coverage choices available this year. “For example with lower commodity prices, crop insurance premiums and dollar coverages will come down because the value of the crops being insured is less. Producers may want to review their coverage level and endorsements because premium costs per acre in most cases are now lower,” she explains, adding that about 60 per cent of crop insurance premiums are subsidized by government. For more information about crop insurance, producers can contact their local AFSC Branch or the AFSC Call Centre at 1-877899-AFSC (2372) before the April 30 deadline.
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Bentley couple now ADVERTISING forced to travel REACHES YOUR CUSTOMERS to Wetaskiwin for Call us at dialysis treatment 403-843-4909 Paul Norvila receives unwelcome birthday gift By Treena Mielke have been warned about bad roads in For 11 years Paul Norvila and his winter around Rocky. Our other opwife June have made regular trips to tion was not to go at all.” Norvila notes the change in locathe Red Deer Hospital from Bentley tion to receive dialysis means limitso Paul could have life saving dialying access to her husband’s nephrolsis treatments. Last Friday, in the space of ogist, dietician and social worker as an unexpected phone call, that all well as displacing familiar staff and friends. changed. “Family and friends can no lon“We got a call Friday morning from the Northern Alberta Renal ger pop in to visit him so he can keep Program (NARP) to go to Wetaski- in touch with what is happening. Our win, Saturday. We pleaded for at least own family doctor from Sylvan Lake one last dialysis run in Red Deer to at may not even have hospital privilegleast say goodbye to friends and staff es there or our neurologist either. In an earlier statement, Deb Gorand were finally granted that,” said don, vice president and chief health June Norvila. However, Tuesday, Paul’s birth- operations officer for Northern Alday, the couple traveled to Wetaski- berta said when dialysis is at capacity in Red Deer patients may be asked win for the lifesaving treatment. “He spent his birthday in a to travel to access the care they need. “If patients do need to travel for strange place with unfamiliar people and staff, far from home, hooked to dialysis service, we do all we can to a machine for four hours instead of limit the distance they have to travel. Meanwhile The Rimbey and Diswith familiar faces sharing in the birthday cupcakes I had planned to trict Dialysis Support Group contintake to Red Deer dialysis to share in ues to lobby to bring a satellite dialya happier time and have congrats and sis unit to Rimbey. However, Gordon said dialysis hugs and smiles all over,” said June, later. is not a treatment that is easily or The Norvilas are understandably quickly expanded to other communiupset about the new travel arrange- ties. ments which almost triples the distance and doubles the time on the road to an hour and a half one way (providWestern Herbs ed road conditions are for Eastern Meridians & Five Element Theory good). “We had been ofRimbey AB fered Rocky, which is 3 4 hour workshop about five miles closer June 3, 2014 @ 5:30 pm than Wetaskiwin, but as the driver I am more Register Today familiar with the roads 403-843-6768 • www.bodyconnectionsab.com to Wetaskiwin and we
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Drug addiction can happen to anyone, anytime Continued from Page 8 Things went from bad to worse and by the end of August she had developed a drug-induced psychosis. “I became delusional. I couldn’t sleep at all and I
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Directory Directory Dir D irectory ir ctory tory ory ry y Grace Lutheran Church Bentley - ELCIC
Worship 11:15 a.m. 4th Sunday of the month 5 p.m. Reverend David Holmes 403-843-2502 5 miles west, 1.5 miles south, 1 mile west of Bentley
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Rimbey New Life Fellowship Sunday 10:30 a.m. Children’s Church 11:30 a.m. Midweek Service - Wednesday 7 p.m. Ladies Meeting Friday 2 p.m. Pastor Reg Darnell 403-843-3336 (Office) 403-782-2694 (Home) 5038 - 49 Ave.
Church of the Nazarene, Rimbey Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. (on Radio 93.3 FM) 5214-51 Street, Phone: 403-843-2029 Pastor Grant Rainey
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY 5211 52 St., Rimbey
Service & Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. 4th Sunday Family Service: 11:00 a.m. Reverend David Holmes: 403-843-2502
Stuart Adams: 403-843-6164 or Arlene Edwards: 403-843-6077 www.churchofepiphany.ca
Th e Rimbey Seventh-Day Adventist Church Saturdays
Evangelical Missionary Church 1/2 mile East of Hoadley on Highway #611
Sabbath School at 9:45 a.m. Worship Service at 11:00 a.m.
Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
Pastor David Beaudoin 403-783-2499
Pastor: Rev. Barry Klassen 403-843-6461
Zion Lutheran Church Lutheran Church Canada Divine Service at 10:30 4521 - 54th Ave. Rimbey Pastor Mark Schultz Office - 403-843-2767 Home - 403-843-2240
Rimbey Christian Reformed Church 5506-51 Ave Service at 10:00 a.m.
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Rimbey Alliance Church 4620 - 54th Avenue, Rimbey 403-843-3727 10:30 a.m. Worship Service with Children’s Church Last Sunday of the month, service held at Parkland Manor at 10:00 am
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Saturday Evening: Sunday Morning: Sylvan Lake - 5:00 p.m. Rimbey - 9:00 a.m. Sylvan Lake -11:00 a.m. Last Sunday of every month: Sylvan Lake 9:00 a.m. Rimbey 11:00 a.m. Parish Priest: Father Gabriel Udeh Administration Offi ce: 403-843-2126; Aft er Hours Emergency Cell: 403-963-0954
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was in and out of reality.” Jenni’s mom took her Red Deer Emergency and she spend some time in the psychiatric ward at the hospital there before being transferred to Centennial Centre in Ponoka. It was a long road of recovery, but with the support of family and well-trained caring medical staff, she completed a rehabilitation program and moved home.
It was not an easy time. “At one point early on in her hospital stay, she crushed her anti-psychotic meds and tried to snort them,” her mom recalled. After moving home Jenni fell into a deep depression. Her son’s father had gained sole custody of him, she had lost her job, her home, her boyfriend and many of her friends. “These were the darkest days of my life.
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Rimbey Junior/ Senior high students go to Costa Rica to enjoy some scuba diving Submitted Over the March break,19 students and four supervisors from Rimbey Jr/Sr High School travelled to Costa Rica to do some scuba diving. This is the fifth such trip organized at the school, to allow our students to do some open water diving to complete their open water diving certification. Students began the program last summer when they started working on a large Marine Biology project. After completing this overt the summer, they then began attending the scuba sessions at the pool in Ponoka in the fall, where they learned 20 standardized scuba diving skills. Once in Costa Rica, they were then tested on these skills in the open ocean, and performed very well, with all 19 students becoming certified. Of the 19 students, 13 passed their open water diver certification and six were repeat customers who
received their advanced open water diver certification. In addition to the diving, our students took part in some local excursions, travelling to a Volcano where they did some horseback riding, had a mud bath in the hot springs, played on a 500 metre long waterslide, and did some zip lining in the rainforest canopy. A day of shopping in Liberia was an interesting experience, as very few local speak English.
Some snorkeling at our resort rounded out the week. Lots of very interesting wildlife was observed, including huge toads, butterflies, numerous bird species, wild howler monkeys and whitefaced monkeys and much more. Temperatures did not vary much from the 37ºC all week. All in all, a great trip and experience. We look forward to organizing another group of students for our next program in the 2015-16 school year.
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Budget 2014 increases spaces for postsecondary students Post-secondary students in Alberta will enjoy “The University greater access to high-demand programs with a of Calgary is pleased $32.5 million increase in provincial funding. that the Government The additional funding in Budget 2014 will of Alberta is providing add 2,000 new spaces to the Campus Alberta sys- target enrolment fundtem to increase access to high-demand programs ing to post-secondary such as engineering, environmental science and institutions. We thank occupational therapy in the upcoming year. the government and ap“Alberta has one of the best post-secondary plaud them for invest- Author visits school: Ellen Schwartz, an award winning author for the 2012-2013 Rocky Mounsystems in Canada but we can always do more to ing in students and the tain Book Club, spoke students at Rimbey Christian School recently. The author talked about increase access for students and foster collabora- quality of their educa- how she came up with her book ideas and how a couple of her books are based upon the life tion between institutions. That’s why we are creat- tional experience. Cal- of one of her ancestors. The grade 4/5 class has read some of her books this year. Ellen ing more spaces so students can get the learning gary is one of the fast- Schwartz is an Award Winning Author for the 2012-2013 Rocky Mountain Book Club. opportunities they want to pursue their dreams est growing cities in Photo submitted and increasing funding to create new programs Canada, and this fundand stimulate collaboration in the Campus Alberta ing will help us address system.” increasing student deDave Hancock, Premier and Minister of Inno- mand and create access vation and Advanced Education in education, engineer“The delivery of the four-year Bachelor of Ening, law, social work, vironmental Science degree in collaboration with and graduate programs Mount Royal University will benefit both students in priority areas.” and employers in Wood Buffalo. We know that Elizabeth Cannon, environmental science is a critical need in this president and viceregion, and that by providing education locally, we can respond to the need in a manner that also chancellor, University directly contributes to the health, well-being and of Calgary Highlights of the sustainability of our community.” increased funding: Dr. Kevin Nagel, President and CEO, Keyano $11.3 million will College “I applaud the additional investment from the be invested in additiongovernment, which will increase spaces for post- al access for high-desecondary students at the University of Alberta mand engineering, enand across the province. This funding will help us gineering technology, address enrolment pressures in programs where and power engineering we have some of the highest demand, such as in programs at six postSilver medalists: Bluffton girls basketball team won the 1J CWAJHAA silver medal. In the back Engineering, as well as produce graduates who secondary institutions. are coach Carmen Hopper, Megan Thebeau, Brock Clark, Stephanie Matson, Loni Mounkes, This will create acwill be instrumental to driving Alberta’s future cess for almost 1,200 Alida Granson, Alison Walker and assistant coach Kara Cech. In the front are Shaelyn Boyes, prosperity.” Photo submitted Indira Samarasekera, president and vice-chan- more students in 2014- Hanna Falt and Meghann Smawley. 15 and increase to cellor, University of Alberta “In the fall of 2013, Olds College consolidat- 2,700 students in these ed our fashion programs at the Fashion Institute high demand programs by 2017-18. at Olds College located in the new Bow Valley An additional $12.3 million in new or expandCollege South Campus (BVC). 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It is with a profound sense of loss that the family of Violet G. Bend, of Winfield, Alberta, announces her passing at the Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre on April 4, 2014 at the age of 95 years. Violet was born in Wellington County, Ontario. She attended school at No. 2 Stamford and then Stamford Collegiate and Vocational Institute in Niagara Falls. At the start of World War II, Violet went to work at Fleet Aircraft in Fort Erie, Ontario where a friend introduced her to Manning Bend, a young gentleman who had come to Ontario with the R.C.A.F. Two years later on July 22, 1944, they were united in marriage. Following the war they farmed on the east side of Pigeon Lake, Alberta and raised four sons; selling the farm in 1966 and buying a home at Westerose. For many years they did mission work in Jamaica until Manning’s death in 1998. Violet moved into the West Pine Lodge in Winfield in 2001, and resided there until she was hospitalized in February, 2014. Violet will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her sons, Jim (Shirley) of Winfield; Doug (Donna) of Crescent Spur, B.C.; Jon (Phyllis) also of Winfield; and Bob (Sophie) of St. Albert; as well as ten grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. She is also survived by her younger brother, John Miller of Niagara Falls, Ontario; in addition to many other family members and treasured friends. Violet was predeceased by her beloved husband, Manning. A Public Funeral Service in Honour of Violet’s Life was held at the Lakedell Agricultural Complex, near Pigeon Lake on Friday, April 11, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor David Larson officiating. Interment followed in the Lakedell Community Cemetery, Westerose. If friends desire, memorial tributes in Violet’s Memory may be made directly to Violet’s home church for over 65 years, the Westerose Gospel Church, Box 179, R.R. 2, Westerose, Alberta T0C 2V0; or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences to the Family may also be expressed by e-mail to: special_reflections@telusplanet.net Service and Burial Arrangements for the Late Violet G. Bend entrusted to the care of
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SCHWINGEL George A. Schwingel of Bluffton, Alberta passed away peacefully at the Centennial Centre, Ponoka on Monday, April 7, 2014 at the age of 85 years. George will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his beloved wife, Wanda; his son, Herb (Donna) Schwingel of Bluffton; as well as three grandchildren: Stefanie Schwingel, Angela (Gary) Bennett, and Kyla Schwingel (Clayton Cross); and three great grandchildren: Tyra, Kayla, and Mia. He will also be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his sister, Martha (Alfonce) Pixa of Germany; in addition to numerous nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by his parents; three brothers: Ben, Hubert, and Paul; and two sisters: Agnes Koppenstein, and Anna Dienter. A Public Memorial Service in Honour of George’s Life was held at the Hoadley Community Hall, Hoadley on Monday, April 14, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with the Reverend Deborah Laing officiating. Cremation took place at the Central Alberta Crematorium, Red Deer. Interment will take place at a later date in the Hoadley Cemetery, Hoadley. If friends desire, memorial tributes in George’s Memory may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, # 202, 5913 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 4C4; or to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences to the Family may also be expressed by email to: special_reflections@telusplanet.net
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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
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GULL LAKE GOLF COURSE Junior League Meeting and Registration Saturday April 26th at 10am at Gull Lake Golf Course
403-843-3322
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BENTLEY COMMUNITY HALL
At Bentley Community Hall
Everyone Welcome! ANTIQUE SHOW - Western Canada’s longest running collectors show Antiques, collectibles, and pop culture. 39th Annual Wild Rose Antique Collectors Show & Sale. Sellers from across Canada. Special collectors displays. Antique evaluations by Canadian Antiques Roadshow Appraiser Gale Pirie - $12 per item. Good Friday, Apr. 18, 9 - 5 p.m.; Sat., Apr 19, 9 - 4 p.m. Edmonton Expo Centre, Edmonton. 780-437-9722; www. wildroseantiquecollectors.ca
Easter Holiday Hours & Deadlines OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY Friday, April 18th Bashaw Star deadline for Wed. April 23rd paper is Wed. April 16th @ noon Rimbey Review deadline for Tues. April 22nd paper is Wed. April 16th @ noon Stettler & Weekender regular deadline Castor Advance regular deadline Ponoka News regular deadline Classifieds 403-309-3300 Have a safe & Happy Holiday
TO ADVERTISE YOUR SALE HERE — CALL 309-3300 Rimbey
MOVING SALE EVERYTHING MUST GO Furniture, canning jars, too many things to mention.
#2 433020 on RR 31 (top of the hill)
APRIL 18 & 19 Coming Events
Tell EVERYONE about your upcoming garage sale! CALL TODAY!
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YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS INFORMATION NIGHT!
Coming Events
Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m. Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info. 403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371
Oilfield
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Employment #700 - #920 Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 Miscellaneous ....................880 Volunteers Wanted ............890 Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 Career Planning ................920
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CELEBRATIONS HAPPEN EVERY DAY IN CLASSIFIEDS
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AL-ANON WEEKLY MEETING FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF ALCOHOLICS. Tuesdays 8 p.m. Neighborhood Place 5115 - 49 Ave., Ponoka For more info 403-783-4557 TOO MUCH STUFF? Let Classifieds help you sell it.
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Extend the reach of your print ad. Introducing career ads online
Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235
DISPATCHER If you are organized and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this role may be for you. The successful applicant will have the following: • Strong Computer Skills • Good written & verbal communication • Prefer Dispatch Experience
FERNE’S FASHIONS A unique clothing store on Hwy 795 north of Falun on the way to Pigeon Lake. In business since 1998 exClerical panded to a 2000 sq. ft. store. Offering many clothing lines from casual to dress wear. Most made in BODY CONNECTIONS - †HEALTH AND Canada and US. Reg/Plus sizes. New spring/summer WELLNESS CENTER styles and colors arriving IS HIRING! daily. For a fun personal Are u professional, motivated shopping experience come and interested in wholistic and see us! health &†love social media!† Phone 780-352-0933 We are looking for a for info/directions. self motivated, friendly, outgoing receptionist!† LEARN TO EARN $25 403-843-6768 - $50/hour+. Window body_connections Painting Workshop! @hotmail.com “Hidden Career”. Insider secrets revealed! Edmonton, May 2, 3, 4. 10 spots only! Info and registration; www.windowjeannie.com. 780-266-1122.
Meetings LET US HELP YOU LEARN HOW TOO.... @ Body Connections. 4909 49 street | 7:30 pm | April 22, 2014 Must R.S.V.P FREE event 403 843 6768 body_connections@hotmail.com
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Meetings
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Oilfield
Oilfield
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ALATEEN
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday April 23, 2014 @ 7:00pm
CLASSIFIEDS
FABRICATION COORDINATOR
Alstar has immediate positions available for:
Alstar is looking for a self-starter who is motivated and organized to fill this NEW position.
Experienced Low Bed drivers with off - road and winch tractor experience Experienced 45 Ton Boom Truck Operators
Competitive Rates and Full Benefits The job includes: Wages range from • Coordinating & Dispatching $40.00 to $55.00 per hour (Labour & Equipment) depending on position • Monitor Work Schedule and experience • Competitive Rates & Full Benefits • 8 / 6 Shift Alstar Oilfield is looking for highly motivated individuals Alstar Oilfield is looking for to join our Team in Hinton. highly motivated individuals Alstar has been serving to join our Team in Hinton. the oil & gas construction Alstar has been serving industry since 1969. the oil & gas construction industry since 1969. If you have a Desire to be Part of a Growing Company If you have a Desire to be Please apply on our Career Part of a Growing Company Section on our website Please apply on our Career www.alstaroilfield.com Section on our website www.alstaroilfield.com “Committed to enriching the lives of our workforce, while “Committed to enriching the Providing quality energy lives of our workforce, while construction solutions” Providing quality energy construction solutions”
GET YOUR BUSINESS Experienced Oilfield Construction Lead Hands Experienced Oilfield Construction Labourers Experienced Oilfield Project Foreman Journeyman Mechanic (Preferred Heavy Duty) Alstar Oilfield is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our Team in Hinton. Alstar has been serving the oil & gas construction industry since 1969. If you have a Desire to be Part of a Growing Company Please apply on our Career Section on our website www.alstaroilfield.com “Committed to enriching the lives of our workforce, while Providing quality energy construction solutions”
Teachers/ Tutors
DRIVERS / OPERATORS
840
Rimbey Nursery School currently has a position available for a
OUT THERE CALL NOW! 403.843.4909 rimbeyreview.com
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The successful applicant will have the following: General Knowledge of Welding & Construction Able to Interpret ISO Metric drawings, P&IDs & Engineered Structural Drawings Strong Computer Skills Able to Adapt to Changing Environments Quality Assurance Experience an Asset
Professionals
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JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/ for-job-seekers.
Trades
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ALLMAR INC., A leader in the architectural openings industry for over 50 years is seeking an Experienced Full Time
ESTIMATOR
to join our Sales Team. Must have minimum 3 years’ experience in estimating. Prior work in • sales and the construction industry an asset. We offer $19 -20/hr. In this NEW role you will: In-house training and • Coordinate & Schedule career advancement Work Flow/Shop Loading opportunities. • Coordinate Fabrication Applicants please send Activity resume to: hr@allmar.com • Manage Inventory • Ensure Timelines are CUSTOM MUFFLER being kept Looking for apprentice or journeyman mechanic. Wage will range from Pipe bending skills would $65,000 - $80,000 be a great asset. Wages per annum depending on depend on exp. Going experience, with Full Benefits. concern shop. Fax This will be a resume to:403-346-9909 Monday to Friday Shift or drop off at 2410 50 Ave. Phone 403-346-7911 Alstar Oilfield is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our Team in Hinton. Alstar has been serving the oil and gas construction industry since 1969. • •
If you have a Desire to be Part of a Growing Company Please apply on our Career Section on our website www.alstaroilfield.com “Committed to enriching the lives of our workforce, while Providing quality energy construction solutions”
IN Ponoka, has immediate openings for SWAMPERS Please submit resumes to 6526 - 44 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 or Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com
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Gabriel Construction is a General Contractor specializing in Water/Waste Water Treatment Plant Construction and Underground Utilities, located in Cremona, Alberta We have JOB OPPORTUNITIES for:
PROJECT MANAGER • SITE SUPERINTENDENTS • PROJECT COORDINATOR SO008915 SHOP YARD WORKER • ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT • TRUCK DRIVER Your passion for the construction industry, work ethic and strong commitment to safety will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In addition, you will enjoy comprehensive health benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in the construction industry. Furthermore, you will enjoy being part of a working environment that promotes personal and professional growth in an atmosphere of trust, respect, collaboration and safety. If you believe you have what it takes to work with construction professionals. Apply Today!
Please forward your resume to: shawn@gabrielconstruction.ca Fax :(306) 757-6764
Truckers/ Drivers
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TEACHER starting fall of 2014 Applicants must have a strong commitment to the philosophy of “learn through play”. Candidates must have Early Childhood Development level II. The successful candidate will be knowledgable about fundraising and have the ability to work well under board management. Please apply to: Rimbey Nursery School Society aimeeheilemann@gmail.com P.O. Box 1581 Rimbey AB. T0C 2J0 Fax - 403-843-3511. Closing date: May 10, 2014 Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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CLASSIFIEDS Trades
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PETROFIELD Industries, the Leader in manufacturing Hydrovac trucks, is accepting resumes for the following positions: * General Labourers * Industrial Painters * Sandblasters * Material Handler * Automotive Electrical Technician * Journeyman Welder / Apprentice * 2nd Yr Welder with Aluminum experience 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 Something for Everyone Everyday in Classifieds Tired of Standing? Find something to sit on in Classifieds
Business Opportunities
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Truckers/ Drivers
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FREIGHTLAND CARRIERS, a tri-axle air ride flatdeck carrier is looking for Owner/Operators to run Alberta only or 4 Western Provinces. Average gross $18 - 20,000/month. 1-800-917-9021. Classifieds Your place to SELL Your place to BUY Looking for a new pet? Check out Classifieds to find the purrfect pet.
Misc. Help
Business Opportunities
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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. Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much! We change daily to serve you better.
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Buist Motor Products Requires A
WASH BAY ATTENDANT IMMEDIATELY This position is mainly for detailing and the cleaning of interiors and exteriors of vehicles. If interested and would like to see a more detailed description what the job entails visit our web site at buistmotors.com or our dealership in Rimbey. Contact Murray - 403-843-2244
Misc. Help
880
plus GST/HST
Value Ad Network
Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association toll free 1-800-282-6903 x228 email andrea@awna.com or visit this community newspaper
Misc. Help
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Town of Bentley Summer Opportunity
Campground Caretaker & Security The Town of Bentley Invites proposals from qualified individuals to perform the duties and responsibilities of contracted Campground Caretaker & Security Services for the Bentley Municipal Campground for the 2014 camping season. For inquiries or more information, please contact: Elizabeth Smart Chief Administrative Officer Town of Bentley 4918 – 50th Avenue 403-748-4044 Email: liz.bentley@telus.net Website: www.townofbentley.ca
Drop Resume off at Gull Lake Golf Course. Contact Eamon or Carla McCann 403-843-3322
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REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY
ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LIVE IN CAREGIVER for an elderly couple in Rimbey, Alberta. Must be experienced and have appropriate certiďŹ cates in care giving or nursing. References required.
Misc. Help
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Place your ad in this newspaper and12345 province wide $
995
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Send resume to Heinz Stalder via email or fax: heinzstalder@rimbeyimplements.ca 403-843-3430
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with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...
For either clubhouse staff or course maintenance staff.
Must be self-motivated team player able to work well with others.
SEASONAL STAFF REQUIRED
at Fertilizer Retail Location for Class 3 & 5 drivers with clean abstract, application equipment operators and yard staff during our busy season. Competitive wages, overtime paid and great work environment. Call, fax, email or drop off your resume: 4801 - 52nd Street Bentley, AB T0C 0J0 Phone: 403-748-3991 Fax: 403-748-4440 Email: bill.brown@cpsagu.ca
SPRING START •
GED Preparation Would you like to take the GED in your community?
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Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Hanna Drumheller Innisfail Paintearth Drayton Valley
 Agricultural background an asset Call, Fax email or drop off your resume: 4801 52nd Ave Bentley, AB T0C 0J0 Phone: 403-748-3991 Fax: 403-748-4440 Email: bill.brown@cpsagu.ca
Licensed Mobile Mobile Butchering Licensed Butchering Custom Cutting Cutting &&Wrapping Custom Wrapping Beef,Pork Pork and Beef, andWild WildGame Game
Paul Taylor
843-4383 Legal Services
miles EE & & 1.5 1.5 22 miles miles N of Hoadley AB.
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Pardon Services Canada. Established 1989. Confidential, fast & affordable. A+BBB rating. RCMP accredited. Employment & travel freedom. Free consultation 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); RemoveYourRecord.com. 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
403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca FULL TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE CASHIER Wanted for fast paced Convenience Store, Gas Bar. $11.00/hr starting, shift work including days, afternoons, evenings and weekends. Must be 18 yrs or older and own transportation with some computer experience. Apply within or by email at burntlkstore@telus.net. NO PHONE CALLS please. BURNT LAKE GENERAL STORE, HWY 11 WEST Start your career! See Help Wanted
REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284
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MacDonald Old Kennels Animal services for Ponoka County
Dog Shelter Boarding Dogs for adoption Dogs to surrender www.pawsandclawsanimalrescue.ca click courtesy adoptions
Phone (403) 783-7447 Septic Service
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SilverStar Septic Service for your septic tank service & port-a-potti rentals Home 403-843-2840 Cell 403-704-5224
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“When Ralph’s Done Brushing You Don’t Feel Rolled� Journey man painter, serving the area for 25 years
403-843-4172 Personal Services
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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.
Business getting nowhere?
ADVERTISE! 403.843.4909
Business Services #1000 - #1430
Well Drilling
Pet Services
RALPH’S PAINTING
Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.
Full Time positions to start immediately.
 QualiďŹ cations of the position include: •  Excellent keyboarding skills • Ability to work effectively, independently and as part of a team • Excellent telephone and communication skills • 3-5 years previous customer service experience • Strong organizational, planning and time management skills • Conducts themselves in a professional manner
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Painters/ Decorators
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE  SpeciďŹ c responsibilities would include: •  Tracks customer orders • Processes weigh tickets • Maintains company and customer records • Other duties as assigned.
Butchering
JKC MEATS MEATS JKC
Hiring Seasonal Employees (May – Sept.) Part - Full Time.
Requires a heavyduty/ag apprentice or Journeyman mechanic.
Call Lance at 780 655 4501 for more details.
Squeezthee MOST out of your advertising dollars
Gull Lake Golf Course
Central Alberta Agricultural Dealership
Misc. Help
880
Misc. Help
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Well Drilling
1400
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
Auctions
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BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm. Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A NEXT ANTIQUE SALE Sun. May 4, 1 pm WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listing www.bigstrapperauctions.net
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. MEIER-2 DAY CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK AUCTION. Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 11 a.m. both days. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.
Well Drilling
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RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide) Tell them Danny Hooper sent you
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CLASSIFIEDS
RIMBEY BUSINESS DIRECTORY Action Autobody
RIMBEYDENTALCARE DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS
Rimbey Windshields - Heavy Equipment Glass Residential & Commercial Mobile • Pickup & Delivery • In Shop Owner: Jamin Sargeant
403-843-4527
Rimbey Implements Ltd. Al York General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593 5410 - 43 Street Bus: (403) 843-3700 Fax: (403) 843-3430 Rimbey, AB
Sandy McLary, CTC/ACC Certified Travel & Cruise Consultant
403-843-3475
“We’re in the Business of Making You Look Good� 3 kms North & 3 kms East of Rimbey on Hwy #53
Owner Carey Anderson
403.843.3030
One Block West Of Superstore
Home Farm & Ranch Memorials
Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0
Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607
Red Deer, AB
Janice Cameron DD
Comfortable, natural looking smiles. We offer Direct Billing to insurance companies.
Home Farm & Ranch Memorials
403.343.1672 1.800.909.9927
memorials@wallahsigns.com
Family Friendly Dentistry
www.wallahsigns.com 76599F7-E2
MOBILE - to your door GLASS SERVICE
Located in Rimbey Area
403-704-6615 (local call) or book online @
Email: countrysidedentures@cciwireless.ca
THIS COULD BE YOUR BUSINESS CARD
$30.00+ GST PER WEEK
smclary@TPI.ca a EARN DOLLARS FOR REFERRALS
Based on a 12 week commitment. Does not include the $2.25 per week web surcharge.
www.sandymclary.com • Toll T ll Free F 11-866-984-3475 86
780-388-0216
Call Michele or Connie or more details
403.843-4909
Alder Flats • Buck Lake
"LUFFTON 6ETERINARY 3ERVICES -IXED !NIMAL 0RACTICE
www.blufftonvetservices.com $R 0AT "URRAGE " 3C $6$R !NDREA &ALT " 3C $6$R 3TACEY 7HITE $6 !SSOCIATES 0 / "OX -AIN 3TREET "LUFFTON !" 4 # -
Nail Art Available
Garden Sheds, Garages, SofďŹ t, Fascia, Siding, Drywall, Taping, Renovations. P.O. Box 1501, Rimbey, AB. TOC 2JO RES. (403) 843-4499 CELL (403) 588-4014
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No Sunday Calls
ROOFING SIDING x STONE
ASPENWORKS MECHANICAL
If you choose us as your contractor we will:
Plumbing Gasfitting Hot Water & Forced Air Heating Water Analysis & Treatment Systems
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Listen to your needs and concerns Provide high quality products Show attention to detail Carefully clean up, leaving your yard the way we found it • Provide you with the best warranty in the business
Outdoor Wood or Coal Boilers High Efficiency Wood Gasification Boilers Doug Madu 5034 45 Avenue Box 2040, (403) 843-2635 Rimbey, AB., TOC 2J0 Cell (403) 350-5901 email: rgcourse@gmail.com
HOMEWARD BOUND KENNELS BOARDING & GROOMING RR#1 Lockhart Road Rimbey, Alberta T0C 2J0
Ph: 843-7794 Cell: 704-5039 dbfranklin@telus.net
STEAM & HOT WATER WASHING • Frozen culverts, water & sewer lines • Enviro containment Pad • Two & Three inch water pumps • Steam & Water Pressure Washer Available for Agriculture & OilďŹ eld in Rimbey & Area Call 403-783-0350 pietercanada@gmail.com
We are manufacturer certiďŹ ed and have over 20 years experience. We work all seasons of the year.
Call Al for a free estimate:
403-887-7706
www.primorooďŹ ng.com
& EXTERIORS
CLASSIFIEDS Auctions
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ESTATE AUCTION. Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m., Range Road 13, Stony Plain. North of Yellowhead. 2 rings selling huge antique radio & record collection. Over 5000 records. 300 radios & phonographs. Tractors, skidsteer, 3 pt. attachments. Machine shop, RV & quad. A complete ceramic baking facility. A must view at www.foothillsauctions.com or 780-922-6090. SPRING EQUIPMENT Consignment Auction. Sat., April 26, 9 a.m., MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds. Farm equipment dispersal, tractors, farm machinery, cars, trucks, equipment trailers, RV’s, livestock equipment, lumber, lawn & garden, trees, tools & much more. See: www. montgomeryauctions.com or call 1-800-371-6963. UNRESERVED AUCTION. Terarosa antiques, furniture, advertising, tins, gas pump, Harley Davidson motorcycle, collectibles and more. 10 a.m., Saturday April 19; www.scribnernet.com or 780-842-5666. Location: Marsden, Saskatchewan. WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Consignment Auction. May 3, 10 a.m. in Cheadle, Alberta. Farm equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, RVs, etc. Consign now! Phone 403-669-1109; www.wheatlandauctions.com
Building Supplies
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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. 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
Garden Supplies
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BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $35 each. Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee: $75 - $125/order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961. 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
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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.
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Travel Packages
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OIL SANDS DAY TOURS. Departures from Calgary and Edmonton this June. Return airfare, guided refinery tour, historic discovery center and reclamation area visit. 1-866-460-1415; www. classiccanadiantours.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
Farm Equipment
2010
40’ BOURGAULT, 5710 AIR DRILL, 9.8 spacing, 4” steel packers, good cond. 780-877-2339, 877-2326 FASTER IN THE FIELD! Get more work done faster and save on fuel. Chip Tuning Safely gives you 15% more power. AG equipment, semis. 1-888-920-1351; Dieselservices.com.
Livestock
2100
BLACK ANGUS YEARLING BULLS ALSO HERD SIRES, TOMBOY & JACK . Quiet disposition, quality genetics & semen tested. Vaccinated. George Lane 403-885-5732 or Ross Lane 403-860-2973
Storage Space
Livestock
2100
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 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. LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211 PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363. REGISTERED Yearling Red and Black Angus Bulls. Various bw’s, born Jan./Feb. quiet, semen tested & delivered. $2500. Also: Unregistered Yearling Red Angus Heifer Bulls, born Apr. light bw’s, quiet & semen tested $1800. Darrell & Lorraine Davidson, Lougheed 780-888-1374, 780-888-1087
Horses
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WE BUY HORSES: broke, un-broke, or unwanted. Jerry Dodds 403-783-0303
Grain, Feed Hay
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LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE, Come see us at: 4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED! 403-782-3333 Dealer of Masterfeeds
Grain, Feed Hay
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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.
Seed Grain
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BRIGHT’S SEED FOR SALE Wheat-Cert. Harvest HRS/Foremost CPS Barley-Cert. Copeland/ Cowboy/Coalition Oats-Seed Oats. Call 780-855-2240/780-678-6329 CERTIFIED SEED FOR SALE. Busby Barley, Stride Oats, Jordan Oats. Guaranteed, fully tested. MAGIC SEED FARM Greg Jones 403-783-6495 or 403-704-6277
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Manufactured Homes
For Rent #3000 - #3200 Houses/ Duplexes
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2 BEDROOM HOUSE/GARAGE No Basement Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer included $550 per month $500 DD Available April 15th Phone 403-843-2453
4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes
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AVAIL. APRIL 1ST IN PONOKA SEED Barley & Seed Oats 2 bdrm. spacious downstairs suite in 4 plex. 4 appls., for Sale. 2 Row & 6 row N/S, NO PETS, high yielding varieties $675 rent & d.d., available. Suitable for grain 403-704-1706 or silage. High germination Vicki or Mel & vigour. Seed treating available. On Farm scale. Larry Trautman, 403-843-2733, Mark Trautman Suites 403-843-3474
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WHEAT HRS: CDC GO, Park. Wheat winter: Norstar. Barley: Sundre. Canola: Early One. Oat: AC Mustang. Other kinds and varieties avail. Grasses and forages. Lyster Farms LTD Stettler, AB. 403-742-4456
Seeding & Tillage
2210
FORAGE SEED FOR SALE. Organic and conventional. Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-863-2900.
3160
FURNISHED BACHELOR SUITE FOR RENT IN PONOKA. TV & utils. incld. $550/mo. 403-963-0204 PONOKA AVAILABLE APRIL 30 Large 2 bdrm main level & large basement suite. Includes 4 appliances, separate entrance & large yard. Quiet working tenants only. 403-704-1645
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Houses For Sale
4020
INNISFAIL: New DUPLEX large single att. garage, 2200 sq. ft., 1.5 lots, walkout, infloor heat, air cond., 2 large decks, fully dev. up/down & landscaped, high eff. furnace & water heater. Room for shop. $324,900, No GST. 403-396-3203
Condos/ Townhouses
4040
Acreages
4050
BUY OR SELL, CALL CORDELL AT MAXWELL
50 or more cow/ calf pairs. Rimbey or Eckville area.
12345 Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace. Steel containers from 8' - 53'. 20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.
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3320
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Money To Loan
4430
Sentinel Self Storage is looking for a couple to live & operate our storage facilities in the following cities: Edmonton, Fort McMurray and Calgary Job Expectations Include: • Outstanding Salesmanship • Excellent Communication Skills, both verbal and written • Candidates must consent to a Credit & Criminal Record Check
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Base and Commissions -80k (Edm/Calg)-140k (Fort Mc) per year, benefits, free storage, corporate apparel, contests and prizes. No single applicants will be considered Please email BOTH resumes to Karen – kbodoano@ sentinel.ca – and indicate in the subject line which city/cities you are interested in.
ELINOR LAKE RESORT. Lots selling at 25% off listed price, or 5% down on a rent to own lot with no interest over 5 years. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com.
Lots For Sale
4160
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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
Tires, Parts Acces.
5180
WRECKING AUTO-TRUCKS. LOT FOR SALE IN PONOKA Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, 50x170, zoned R4 imports. We ship anywhere. (Multi-family residential). Located in Riverside, close Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 to walking trails. $105,000. stuff. Trucks up to 3 tons. North-East Recyclers 403-782-4773 or 302-4679 780-875-0270 (Lloydminster).
Financial #4400 - #4430
Money To Loan
3380
403-598-0267 403-227-5788
4130
Cottages/Resort Property
Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street. 403-357-0287
PASTURE WANTED
THINKING OF NEW HOME FOR SPRING? Think Craig’s Home Sales. We have one 2013 left in our yard, at a discount price, come on down. Call Marg 1-855-380-2266
EXCLUSIVE LUXURY RIVERFRONT CONDOS FOR SALE in Downtown Red Deer. Call Renee at 403-314-1687 for Inquiries.
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COMMUNITY
ON NOW AT YOUR ALBERTA GMC DEALERS. AlbertaGMC.com 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. * Offers apply to the lease of a new or demonstrator 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4x4 (1SA/G80/B30/K05), 2014 GMC Terrain FWD (3SA/K05), 2014 GMC Acadia FWD (3SA/K05). Freight ($1,695/$1,600/$1,600) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in Alberta GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. †* The Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) comprises professional journalists, writers and photographers specializing in cars and trucks. They provide unbiased opinions of new vehicles to help consumers make better purchases that are right for them. For more information visit www.ajac.ca. ^ 2014 Sierra 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2013 Fuel Consumption Guide for WardsAuto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest available information at the time of posting. **When equipped with available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Light-Duty Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. † Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. + Whichever comes first. See dealer for conditions and limited warranty details. ‡‡ Offer valid from April 1, 2014 to April 30, 2014 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing a 1999 or newer eligible vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months, will receive a $750 Spring Bonus credit towards the lease, purchase or finance of an eligible new 2013/2014 GMC model delivered during the Program Period. Retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing a 1999 or newer eligible pickup truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months, will receive a $1000 Spring Bonus credit towards the lease or finance of an eligible 2013/2014 GMC Sierra; or a $2000 Spring Bonus credit towards the cash purchase of an eligible 2013/2014 GMC Sierra. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $750/$1000/$2000 credit includes HST/GST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership for the previous consecutive six months. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details. ‡ 0%/0%/0% for 36/48/24 month lease available on 2014 Sierra 1500 Double Cab/2014 Terrain/2014 Acadia. 0.9% for 48 month lease available on 2014 Acadia. Sample lease payments based on 36-month lease of 2014 Sierra Double Cab 4x4 (1SA/G80/B30/K05) on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: Sierra Double Cab 4x4 (1SA/G80/B30/K05) including Freight and Air Tax is $30,545 at 0% APR, $1,095 Down payment, Bi-Weekly payment is $139 for 36 months. Total obligation is $11,935, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,610. ¥¥ 0% Purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 48/72/72 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Sierra 1500/2014 Terrain/2014 Acadia. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $208 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. ¥ $4,250 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the purchase, finance and lease offers of 2014 Sierra 1500 Double/Crew Cabs, and is applicable to retail customers only. $500 package credits for non-PDU models. Other credits available on select Sierra models. Offer ends April 30, 2014. ++ Retail and basic fleet customers who purchase or lease an eligible GMC delivered from dealer stock between March 1, 2014 and April 30, 2014 will receive one 40¢ savings per litre fuel card (fuel savings card) upon payment of an additional $.01. Cards valid as of 72 hours after delivery. Fuel savings card valid for 800 litres of fuel purchased from participating Petro-Canada retail locations (and other approved North Atlantic Petroleum locations in Newfoundland) and not redeemable for cash except where required by law. GM is not responsible for cards that are lost, stolen or damaged. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer and/or the program for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business™ Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under license. Cards are property of Suncor Energy. To protect your card balance, register online at www.petro-canada.ca/preferred today. †† The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who purchase, lease or finance a new eligible 2014 MY GMC with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 KMs, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. ‡* Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Comparison based on 2013 Wards segmentation: Large/Cross Utility Vehicles and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles.
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ENDS APRIL 30TH †*
BEST NEW PICKUP
†*
CASH PRICE FROM
LEASE FROM
2014 TERRAIN
$
149 0%
‡
BI-WEEKLY LEASE
$
BEST
MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT V8 IN A PICKUP
EFFICIENCY
$
BI-WEEKLY
139 0% 36 AT
WITH $1,095 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $30,545*. 14042MB0, 14042MN0, OFFER INCLUDES $1,000 SPRING BONUS‡‡ FOR ELIGIBLE OWNERS.
%
0 UP TO
MONTHS‡ LEASING ON SELECT MODELS
$
• A CONSUMERS DIGEST BEST BUY FOR 5 YEARS IN A ROW^^ • MULTI-FLEX™ SLIDING AND RECLINING REAR SEAT • STANDARD REAR VISION CAMERA
48
PLUS ELIGIBLE OWNERS RECEIVE
A SPRING BONUS UP TO
2,000 ‡‡
AT
48 MONTHS
WITH $2,850 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $29,775* (SLE-1 FWD MODEL). OFFER INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI
^^
^
40¢
BEST **
POWER
AVAILABLE 420 HP, 460 LB FT OF TORQUE
REDESIGNED 2014
OR
PLUS
%
0 UP TO
OFF/LITRE GAS CARD++
ON ALL 2014 MODELS
$
SLT-2 MODEL SHOWN
APRIL IS THE BEST TIME TO GET THE BEST TRUCKS
2
BI-WEEKLY LEASE
BEST
5 YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY+
COVERAGE
2014 SIERRA DOUBLE CAB 1500 4X4
INCLUDES $2,000 SPRING BONUS‡‡ ON CASH PURCHASES FOR ELIGIBLE OWNERS. LEASE EFFECTIVE RATE 1.32% FINANCE EFFECTIVE RATE 1.57%
29,595
OIL CHANGES
†
SIERRA 1500 (1SA MODEL )
*
‡
OR
FOR
MONTHS
OFFERS INCLUDE $4,750 IN CASH CREDITS¥, FREIGHT & PDI. MODEL INCLUDES AUTOMATIC REAR LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL AND BLOCK HEATER.
14042MS1
ALL-TERRAIN DOUBLE CAB SHOWN
MONTHS¥¥ PURCHASE FINANCING ON SELECT MODELS
72
YEARS/40,000 KM
COMPLIMENTARY
††
2014 ACADIA
169 0.9%
‡
AT
48 MONTHS
WITH $3,295 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $37,895* (SLE-1 FWD MODEL). OFFER INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI
SLT MODEL SHOWN
• A CONSUMERS DIGEST BEST BUY FOR 7 YEARS IN A ROW^^ • MORE MAXIMUM CARGO SPACE THAN ANY COMPETITOR IN ITS CLASS‡* • STANDARD REAR VISION CAMERA AND REAR PARK ASSIST SENSORS
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DOUBLE YOUR LOYALTY DISCOUNT UP TO $2000
LEGACY FORD IS DRIVING TO BE THE
EXCLUSIVELY AT LEGACY FORD 0% UP TO 72 MTHS.
C0418
C0417
2014 FORD FIESTA
T0346
2014 FORD FUSION
auto, comfort pKg
2014 Ford Escape
auto, moonroof
$
18,900 OR $116 BW
$
auto, fwd, rearview camera, synch
24,900 OR $163 BW
T0528
$
23,950 OR $256 BW
T0460
2014 FORD F150 S/CAB
T0360
2014 FORD F150 C/CAB
XLT, BRAKE CONTROL
2014 FORD F250 C/CAB
XTR, REMOTE START MANY XTRAS
$
28,900 OR $199 BW
$
XLT/WESTERN PCKG,TRAILER TOW
33,900 OR $236 BW
$
41,600 OR $288 BW
Service & Parts Specials PREMIUM TIRES
We will not be undersold on tires
- FULL RANGE OF BRAND NAME TIRES AND EXPERT KNOWLEDGE TO HELP YOU MAKE THE BEST CHOICE - CONVENIENT TIRE STORAGE AT PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
UP TO $120 IN TIRE MANUFACTURE MAIL-IN REBATES COMBINABLE WITH AN INSTANT FORD REBATE OF UP TO $100 ON SELECT TIRES
Brake Pads Or Shoes
With Lifetime Warranty
Never buy another set of Motorcraft brake pads or shoes! Includes: - Replacement of front or rear pads or shoes. - Service of calipers, mounts and sliders. - Inspection of rotors, hydraulic system and brake fluid levels. - Ford Protection Plan which offers replacement coverage on . - pads and shoes for as long as you own your vehicle.
Book your service appointment to have your summer tires installed. Add a 4 wheel alignment for only $49.95 or rock chip repair for $10.00 a chip.
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From
$
99
199.
“Let your Legacy start here.”
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ian ross
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- Motorcraft batteries up to 750 cranking amps for
$
99.95 $ 119.95
- 850 cranking amp for
For the do it themself guys, all filters, spark plugs 20% off
includes installation
ray jeffcott
Battery Special Continues
chris raugust
cam farrington
austin rallison
YOUR LEGACY TEAM
Vern McLeod Christine Jeffcott Rachel Dixon Sales Manager Sales Consultant Sales Consultant
* Payments based on 84mths, .99% for Fiesta, 2.99% for Fusion and Escape, 4.99% for trucks * all prices based on conquest or loyalty rebate being applied. BFT rebate also applied in lieu of parts products. e.g T0346 Escape total finance charge $2836