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4-H members celebrate awards night Chase Fleck holds his awards during the 4-H Club’s awards night

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2014 Ponoka Stampede salutes chuckwagon legend Story on page 5

Class of 2014 New Ponoka Secondary Campus graduates celebrate with a toss of the caps June 6. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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PC leader candidate Jim Prentice shakes hands with prospective voters June 4 at the Western Budget Motel. The former cabinet minister says he feels he can bring the Alberta PC Party back to the days of Peter Loughheed. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

PC candidate Jim Prentice stops in Ponoka BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Ponoka was one of many stops last week on the campaign trail of Jim Prentice, who announced his candidacy for leader of the Alberta Progressive Conservative Party (PC) May 21. The race for Alberta PC leadership, and Alberta premier, has only just begun with three candidates — including Prentice — vying for the province’s top political seat. He faces off against MLA Ric McIver and MLA Thomas Lukaszuk. Prentice hosted a meet-and-greet June 5 at the Western Budget Motel and told attendees his vision for Alberta if he were elected. He feels the PC party is not what it used to

be in the days of Peter Lougheed and Prentice wants to change things. “I wasn’t comfortable sitting back,” he said. Developing a broader market for Alberta’s products in the Asia-Pacific region is an area Prentice wants to see growth in; Alberta resources such as the oil sands, forestry and farming need to be sold worldwide, not just in the United States. He says Albertans want a focused agenda and he presented his five priorities if elected premier. • Fiscal responsibility: Prentice suggests the Alberta Government could spend less with a smaller cabinet. He says Alberta has the largest number of cabinet ministers in Canada and suggests restraint

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should start there. • Improved transparency: Prentice proposes that new rules of transparency should apply to provincial leaders, including the premier. He also feels there should be clarification on individuals who were once lobbyists if and when they are appointed to government positions. • Alberta a global powerhouse: The PC leader candidate feels Alberta’s nonrenewable resources need to be sold to other markets besides the United States. “We’ve become a satellite to the U.S. market.” Prentice did not say he was against selling to the U.S, but “We can’t have only one customer,” he stressed. • Environment: He feels Alberta could be do better with environmental protection. “If you’re in the energy business, you’re in the environment business,” Prentice declared. • Quality of life: While Prentice advocates fiscal restraint he does feel infrastructure is greatly inadequate in Alberta. He says Albertans want the best in education, energy and lifestyle, but that comes at a cost. Major infrastructure, such as roads, hospitals,

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schools and bridges are in need of expansion and repair said Prentice. He added Alberta is expected to grow quickly in the near future and he feels the province must be ready for the population increase. For every 100,000 people who move to Alberta, 15,000 kids need an education and that means more schools, he explained. Given the estimate of growth in population, Prentice touched on the importance of dealing with what he called an “incredible deficit of public infrastructure.” He suggests the best way to deal with this issue is to borrow money and likened it to getting a mortgage loan. “At the end of the day, we’re going to have to borrow money to build that infrastructure over the next five years,” said Prentice. He did not respond to questions of how the other two candidates are running their campaign, stating he is responsible only for his run and wanted to stay positive. One question related to using pipelines to transport oil sands products to the west coast. Prentice suggested the only way to see a pipeline project completed would be to include First Nations people in the discussion. “There’s no alternative to it.” The question of school funds being taken out of property taxes came up as well. One elderly man suggested that school tax requisitions have increased over the years but his retirement income has not. Prentice did not respond except to thank him for the comments. Former Ponoka Mayor Larry Henkelman and former Ponoka-Lacombe MLA Ray Prins were in attendance to promote Prentice’s campaign. Prentice is 57 years old and a former MP of Calgary Centre-North and was also Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development.

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Picking up the pieces Motorcyclists involved in collision on Highway 2 in fire aftermath BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

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serious questions for Peter, who is 56 and getting close to retirement. If there is anything he loves most, it is farming. Hennie says he does not have any real hobby because farming has been Peter’s passion all his life. He thought his life as a farmer was over the night of the fire, but the next day “I walked through the yard and I said, ‘No. I cannot go like that,’” Peter recollected the moment. “Instead of working to 65, I’m going to work to 70,” Peter joked. With help from friends and family, the Doornenbals have tried to keep their spirits up and they still manage to get in a few laughs. They also talk about things to help deal with the stress. “We talk a lot. To sort things out in your mind, too,” said Hennie. Advice from friends has varied from calling it quits to rebuilding, but one thing the Doornenbals have been most humbled by is the community support. Friends have come to visit at different times in the day, which has also given the couple a chance to take a break from picking up the pieces. Having security on site has also been a peace of mind. Hennie said knowing someone was in the yard watching over things gave her a chance to sleep; otherwise she would be worrying about the fire re-igniting. Peter has kept busy getting the utilities working again. The Doornenbals were without gas and water for two days. “I never thought I would be happy to do laundry,” Hennie added with a small laugh. Fourteen firefighters and four fire trucks attended the scene and crews were at the Doornenbals for approximately four hours to quell the blaze.

Officers arrested the man who is reported to be living in Canada illegally. Speeder caught with marijuana A speeder was ticketed with more than he bargained for after police caught him with marijuana and an open box of liquor. Officers charged a 32-year-old Ponoka man with speeding and having liquor in easy access to the driver after being stopped at 125 km/h in a 100km/h zone. He was stopped on Range Road 270 in a silver 1998 GMC Sierra. After some investigation, police found a joint of marijuana in the door of the vehicle. Ponoka RCMP and the Integrated Traffic Unit handled 67 calls relating to public drunkenness, traffic and complaint calls. If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Traffic is reported to have been busy on Highway 2 June 6 in at 8 p.m., which may have been a In the early morning hours of June factor in a motorcycle collision north of Ponoka. 2, farmers Peter and Hennie DoornA northbound motorcycle carrying two people enbal, who live west of Ponoka on is reported to have collided with a car, causing injuHighway 53, were confronted with ries to the riders and slowed down traffic for over an the unthinkable when their dairy barn hour on Highway 2 north of Ponoka. started to burn down. The 47-year-old male driver of the motorbike The first sign that there was probis reported to have received injuries to his back lem was when the power went out. and face and was sent to the Red Deer Hospital. A Hennie was still up and Peter was in bed. A backup generator kicked in 41-year-old female passenger of the motorcycle was and Peter decided to check and make taken to the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre. There sure everything in the barn was workwere no charges in the incident. ing properly. He walked into the barn Stopped at 177 km/h at about 1:15 a.m. and saw smoke Police moved fast to stop the driver of a 2013 throughout the building. Kia Optima who was travelling at speeds in excess “Then I knew something was terof 177 km/h. ribly wrong,” said Peter. As officers closed the distance on the vehicle, He ran back to the house to tell speeds varied from 161 km/h to 166 km/h. The drivHennie, who then called 911 at 1:19 er, an 18-year-old teenager from Sylvan Lake, was a.m. It didn’t take long for the Ponoka stopped on Highway 2 and faces a mandatory court Fire Department to arrive but flames appearance. had already fully engulfed the buildYO U M AY Q UA L I F Y F O R Domestic assault ing. A man looking for a fight had to answer to police DENTURES THROUGH After the 911 call was made, Peter after punching a woman in the face June 8 at 10 p.m. ran back to the barn in an attempt to THE SENIOR BENEFITS Police responded to the call of an assault on a save his cattle but the heat and flames PROGRAM. woman near the 5000 block of 60 Avenue. When were so strong there was not much officers arrived at the scene, the 39-year-old male he could do. There was an automatic CA L L T O DAY suspect resisted arrest and a struggle ensued. He was door in the barn and with the power F O R I N F O R M AT I O N eventually placed in handcuffs and when asked why out Peter was unable to open it quickly he resisted, the man said he wanted to pick a fight, enough. according to the police report. It is difficult for him to remember The man was charged with assault and resisting what he was thinking during the fire as arrest. everything happened so quickly. “You D E N T U R E C L I N I C U.S. citizen arrested with warrants just think, ‘What can I do?’” “You just don’t believe your eyes,” Travelling at a speed of 151 km/h may have been added Hennie. a bad idea for a 34-year-old Sherwood Park motorThe fire was so ferocious that even ist. three days later, smoke still smoldered Police stopped a 2012 BMW SUV for speeding in certain parts of the destroyed barn. June 7 at 1 a.m. northbound on Highway 2, and after Over 100 cattle perished in the blaze some investigation, found a grinder commonly used along with 60 young stock, leaving the for marijuana. There was no cannabis in the vehicle, Doornenbals with a depleted herd. He however, a 29-year-old male passenger from the 5101 - 49th Ave • 403-783-3771 said 13 cows were able United States had warrants for his arrest. to get out of the barn and are starting to recover. While the exact cause of the blaze is still under investigation, the Doornenbals are faced with an almost insurmountable task of UROPE REAT UYS picking up their lives and moving forward. Peter and Hennie have to deal with not only the barn clean up but also the proper disposal of the cattle. In order to protect EUROPEAN 2009 their home, the fire department contained the MOTORCOACH TOURS flames to only the barn and the Doornenbal’s home received some heat damage. FirefightMAGICAL RIVER CRUISES JARETT HILLABY ers also had to ensure ON EUROPE’S WATERWAYS that a diesel storage tank We wish you every success in the nearby was watered to challenges of the future. Congratulations! ensure it did not ignite. “That was really good. They kept that cool,” said Peter. He is grateful for their efforts at containing the fire. Theresa Ramona R Amber Diane Kahla Picking up the pieces The fire raised some

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Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH DIRECTORY Associated Gospel Churches of Canada

CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE Pastor Jerry Preheim • Pastor Matt Sealy 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. • churchoftheopenbible@telus.net

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Sr. Pastor Paul Spate Erin Dirsten - Fac. Youth & Family Min. 5109 - 57 Ave. Ponoka www.fbcponoka.org 403-783-5533 Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

NEW COVENANT BAPTIST REFORMED CHURCH Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St. Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome! phone: 403-783-6962 • www.baptistreformedponoka.org

PARKLAND REFORMED CHURCH South on 2A, West on Spruce Road 403-783-1888 Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. www.parklandurc.org

PONOKA ALLIANCE CHURCH 4215 - 46 St. Pastor Norm Dibben 403-783-3958 Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. The Christian & Missionary Alliance

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am. 5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH PASTOR DAVE BEAUDOIN 6230-57 Ave. Ph. 403-783-6404 Saturdays 9:30 - 12 Noon dsjjb@xplornet.com ponokaadventist.ca

SONRISE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Pastor W. Delleman Worship Service 10:30 a.m. ½ mile south of Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury

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ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Chris Gnanaprakasam, S.A.C. Mass Times: 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 9:00 a.m. Sunday

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TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141 Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Pastor Tim Graff • trinityponoka.ca

ZION CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Fred Knip 9 miles east on Hwy 53 403-782-9877 Jr. Church during service for children Sunday Service 9:30 am EFFECTIVE JULY 6 Sunday Service 10:30 am

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Couldn’t do it without community I love community. As a self-expressed extrovert, I get pretty excited about social connections. The introverts out there won’t get this, but if I have to spend a day on my own without people interaction … I feel like I am losing my mind. I am convinced that I would not have survived if I had to live a real life story similar to the Tom Hanks movie, “Castaway.” Wilson just wouldn’t be enough for my social need. This past year, I have been reminded regularly of how significant community is. I see it in the way our Ponoka community rallies behind causes and groups such as the new

soccer fields, 4H, various service groups, or even the recent “Race for Kids” with the Ponoka Youth Centre, and the Youth Unlimited Golf Tournament fundraiser. We truly have a supportive community, but there is something more in community that I really love. This year, I was able to be a part of a really amazing group of youth called “Life

360.” Every Tuesday, about 30 students would gather together with a handful of leaders and volunteers at the First Baptist Church, where we would eat supper together, meet in small groups, and take part in various community service projects. Almost every week I would ask the people at my table, “What would you be doing if you weren’t here eating supper with us?” While some highlighted meals they would be eating with families, others said, “watching TV”, “eating in Jerel Peters my room”, or “at the table by myself.” Central Alberta Youth We have a world of busy going on Unlimited/YFC around us all the time, and if we are not careful it can drive apart our places of community. In these “And let us not places, I have neglect our meet- found friendship, ing together, as support, encoursome people do, agement, and so much more, but but encourage be easy one another, espe- itto would just skip out cially now that the because of big deday of his return is mands or even a lack of desire. drawing near.” I am reminded Come d discover God’s d love l at this week of how I SonTreasure Island Vacation Bible School! need the community of faith in my life. Consider the words of Hebrews 10:25 (New Living Translation) which says, “And let us not neglect our SONRISE CRC, PONOKA meeting together, as some people do, but encour(SOUTH OF THE CENTENNIAL CENTRE) age one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” TH TH MONDAY JUNE 30 – FRIDAY JULY 4 I love our Ponoka community; I enjoy seeing 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM the way we can rally together to support one anCHILDREN AGES 3-12 WELCOME other, and I can’t imagine what I would do without For more info contact Woulien @ 403-783-6244 or Femke @ 403-704-0294 the support and connections of my community of faith in the Church. www.sonriseponoka.com If it has been a while since you’ve been there … maybe it’s time to give it another try.

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Reflections of Ponoka

2014 Ponoka Stampede salutes chuckwagon legend BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

The multi-colored poster of the 78th annual 2014 Ponoka Stampede is vividly highlighted by a magnificent original pencil drawing of former world and Ponoka Stampede chuckwagon racing champion Dallas Dorchester. This exciting action print is the work of renowned and self-taught Alberta based artist Bernie Brown, and will be featured among many others displayed at the Ponoka Stampede Western Art and Gift Show, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 daily June 28 to July 1 at the Arena Complex. As well as at the annual art auction on Monday, June 30 at 4:00 p.m. in the Stagecoach Saloon. Both are dedicated to the ongoing promotion of the art community, as well as for the viewing pleasure of the public. Local artist Inge Sybrandi, who designed and completed the spectacular western mural at our new Calnash Ag-Event Centre has been promoting the Stampede Art Show and Auction for the past four years, and is very excited about the upcoming 2014 family attraction. The popular art Show and auction, which has been hosted here for 25 years, encourages and attracts western artists and collectors from our local area, throughout

2014 marks 78 years for the Ponoka Stampede, and this year’s annual poster proudly honours Dallas Dorchester, one of most respected and successful drivers in the history of the World Professional Chuckwagon Association the province, and beyond. During the week of the Ponoka Stampede they are given the exciting opportunity to share their amazing skills and artifacts through displays of unique works of paintings, drawings, metals, and more that are all dedicated to our colorful western and native heritage and history. Visitors are welcome to browse through the many displays,

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This wonderful photo features the initial march of the North West Mounted Police from Manitoba to Fort Whoop-up in 1874 to defend and bring new laws to the western plains. The straggling column of 300 men and equipment took two grueling months to reach the junction of the Bow and Belly Rivers in Alberta. Some of these troops, under the direction of Captain Ostell built and defended the historic Fort Ostell near Ponoka during the Riel Rebellion.

enter the raffles and meet the artists, with most of the items for sale as a show-piece in your home or as that perfect gift. The exciting auction, under the direction of championship auctioneer Danny Skeels will give everyone the opportunity to bid on over 20 spectacular treasures from well-known western artists and collectors such as Bernie Brown, Donna King, Tammy Taylor, Suzan Sturgeon, Sandra Bingeman, Theresa Forsyth, Ruth Moore, Jeff Boyle, Roberta Murray, rodeo clown Ash Cooper, Henri Photo submitted deGroot, Katherine Former World Professional Chuck wagon Association driver, perennial Ellison McKenzie, champion, and promoter Dallas Dorchester and his team are featured in this amazing pencil drawing fashioned by Bernie Brown for the 2014 Jess Garcia, Milt AchPonoka Stampede. The theme of this year’s thrilling showdown from timichuk, Gina June 25 to July 1 is the ‘Year of the Horse’. MacDougal, Matt Robertson, Sonja Marinoske, Kim Penner, cessful showings and career earnings, as he strived Inge Sybrandi, and others. to promote and work very hard to improve upon Dedicated to the chuckwagon driver and the artist. 2014 marks 78 years for the Ponoka the reputation and integrity of the exciting sport Stampede, and this year’s annual poster proudly that was so very close to his heart. Dorchester was a founding member of the honours Dallas Dorchester, one of most respected and successful drivers in the history of the World World Professional Chuckwagon Association, and Professional Chuckwagon Association. When set an impressive example by consistently demonBernie Brown was chosen as our feature artist of strating his great respect for his horses, his family, the year for the local rodeo event, he was asked to his colleagues, and his fans. His genuine goodwill create a lasting image of the popular chuck wagon towards others, whether it be man or animal, will legend as he will always be remembered...a true cowboy and family man who passionately carried never be forgotten by those who had the privilege on the longstanding and proud tradition of his fa- to be around him. In 2006, Dallas Dorchester was ther and brothers as avid competitors, who played made an honorary lifetime member of the Ponoka an ongoing role in the promotion, colorful history, Stampede as well, receiving the WPCA Special and successes of our Ponoka Stampede. Bernie’s Tribute Award, and then later received the ancombination of artistic skills and familiarity with nual Pioneers of Rodeo Award from the Calgary chuckwagon racing has resulted in a meaningful Exhibition and Stampede as well as the George and commemorative piece developed from the spirit and inspiration of both the wagon driver Normand Lifetime Builder Award in 2007. In and the artist, who have enjoyed highly success- 2011, his amazing dedication to his family, career, ful careers in their chosen fields, and have left a and community was honoured by his induction lasting mark on generations of rodeo fans from into the Wetaskiwin Sports Hall of Fame. Seventy across North America. eight prints of Bernie Brown’s wonderful drawing Dallas Dorchester got his career start as an of Dallas Dorchester, his wagon, horses, and crew out rider at the age of 16, and would work himself into the wagon box in just three years. As a coming down the home stretch are on sale now and skilled outrider, his crew won the Calgary Stam- during the Ponoka Stampede. Also featured at the 2014 Art Show will be the pede Rangeland Derby three times, and he was named the World Champion outrider in 1977. Af- unique and exciting opportunity for artists of all ter taking up the reins, Dallas went on to capture ages and potential to join together and take part in the Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby Chuck daily workshops conducted by well known artist wagon title in 1984 and 1991, was the World Michael Downs of Red Deer. Groups of 15 will be Champion in 1984, and won the coveted chuck wagon championship of the Ponoka Stampede in accepted and for more information on this or the 1985. His vision for the success of chuckwagon Ponoka Stampede Art Show and Auction, please racing would always extend far beyond his suc- contact Inge Sybrandi at 403-704-5534.

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Opinion

How to read acts of violence There has been a lot news of violence on TV over the past week, including the more than 30-hour lockdown in Moncton, a shooting incident in Seattle and latest as of the writing, an incident in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday. Mustafa Eric So is it just that Editor we hear more of these violent shootings and killings because the communication technology has improved or is it simply the fact that these incidents have begun to spread? If it is the latter, what is the explanation? It is a fact that the wealthy and prosperous societies in the west have grown numb for a long time now to the news of violence coming from the Middle East, South Asia and Africa; the newsrooms of most broadcast media just mention those incidents in passing, paying lip service, as it were, to reports of violence in poorer regions of the world and print media, only if they need copy to fill some space. But when it comes to incidents closer to home, where they hurt most, we remain glued to TV screens for days to get as many details as possible from the armies of reporters assigned to provide coverage from as many angles as possible. Ironically, the violence in the poorer, less developed societies of those far-away lands has a much easier and plausible explanation: It is mostly desperation with a lot of brainwashing involved. Having lived in several of those less developed countries and witnessed the levels of poverty and misery that people have to endure throughout their lives, I can vouch that it is not very difficult to acknowledge the suitability of the circumstances

to breed anger, rage and, consequently, violence when people, particularly the young who have a lot of energy but nothing to look forward to resort to violence in the hope of changing the world and achieving martyrdom, a sacred stature in Islam. Of course, the naivety of the youth just facilitates the brainwashing by the old and shrewd to use the energy and innocence of the former to score against what they perceive to be the “decadence of the west”. But what about the west, itself? First an observation: We don’t hear of similar incidents taking place in western European countries, at least not in the frequency and intensity as in North America. Secondly, from a purely statistical standpoint, in North America, particular-

achieve a decent living standard within an embracing community, they will not develop the fury that might ultimately lead to violent outbursts. If that is the case, are we in North America, as one of the wealthiest societies in the world, failing our own people? The answers to such questions are not easy to find and it might take years of research and study to establish any behavioural patterns that might or might not link the perpetrators of the acts of violence in terms of their social/family backgrounds, levels of achievement or personal traits. But one thing is certain: it is probably time to start to look at these incidents against a wider social/economic/cultural background instead of just treating them as individual criminal acts of violence.

ly in Canada, these incidents have been on the rise over the last few years. So is it fair to conclude that it is not the exuberant consumerism of the west that leads to those personal breakdowns, which result in expression of exasperation through random killings and that they are just individual outbursts without a possible sociological explanation? But then the question is why these individual outbursts are increasing in number, even in Canada, a country, which has come to be known for the tolerance and compassion of its people. Are we unwittingly creating circumstances whereby we are letting people become desperate in their search for a better life? The conventional wisdom is that if people have hope, if they can realistically believe that they have a good chance to

Is our justice system really neutral? Dear Editor, Recently I attended a bail hearing. Like our political system, arguments are made and questions are raised in court by one side and then challenged with arguments and questions from the other side. That is the function of our centuries old court system. Both the crown prosecutor and the lawyer for the defense hopefully try to present the best case possible.

Like our parliamentary system though, sometimes arguments move from specific details to a hypothesis around which the facts are built. Some of those hypotheses might offer a helpful framework around which a case can be built. Sometimes, though, the hypothesis might infer some kind of stereotype or prejudice. The latter is what I believe happened in the bail hearing I attended.

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When a prosecutor infers that a defendant comes from an environment in which the incidence of violence is high and where gang activity is prevalent, something the defendant might have no control over, and argues that those are good reasons among others not to grant bail, does this suggest some kind of stereotyping or bias? For me, this suggests social or racial profiling a controversial method of select-

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Grants for seniors available from federal government BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Agencies have little time to take advantage of a federal grant program that is aimed at benefitting seniors. Mayor Rick Bonnett told councillors on May 27 about a Seniors New Horizons grant program that provides funding to communitybased projects following five specific criteria: • Promoting volunteerism among seniors and other generations. • Engaging seniors through mentoring others. • Expanding awareness of elder abuse. • Supporting social participation and inclusion of seniors. • Providing capital assistance for

new and existing projects. There is funding of $25,000 per year per community group but the deadline of July 4 is coming up fast, explained Bonnett. He feels groups such as Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) might be able to take advantage of it. He said he had received the notice from the office of Blaine Calkins May 27 and was hoping community groups could know about it. “We could certainly add it to our community contact list,” said Wes Amendt, director of community services. “We’ve gotta get on it right away,” added Betty Quinlan, assistance CAO for the Town of Ponoka.

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Part Time Employment Opportunity Ponoka Jubilee Library requires a student (age 15 or older) to fill the position of Page. This position offers 15 hours every two weeks (some evenings and Saturdays required). The duties include: shelving; shelf-reading; shifting books; assisting staff with special projects; and occasional library detective work. The position will start within the second last week of June. If you are interested in becoming the library’s newest team member please forward your resumes by June 13th to: David Tremblay, Ponoka Jubilee Library. Box 4160, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1R6, Email: dtremblay@prl.ab.ca

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EVENTS AND RECREATION Ponoka Triathlon Ponoka Triathlon - Sunday June 15. Check in at 10am at the Aquaplex, Race Starts at 11am. Come out and cheer on the participants!

Library Activities FLOWER ARRANGING CLASS: On Saturday June 21st, Ponoka Jubilee Library is hosting a Flower Arranging Class! From 12:00-3:00 you will be learning how to build your own mixed vase arrangement; personalizing it to make it really special to you. Cost is $65.00/person and includes a full flower bouquet, arrangement instructions & items needed for arranging. There are ONLY TWO spots left, so please come to the Library to sign up today! Bring your beautiful summer flowers indoors! COMMUNITY GARDEN: Ponoka Jubilee Library is starting a Community Garden and we need your help. It’s time to do some planting! On Friday June 13th, starting at 2:00 pm, we will be filling our garden beds with beautiful flowers and production crops. Anyone who would like to come help plant would be greatly appreciated; please wear proper gardening clothes & sunscreen, bring water to stay hydrated & bring your gardening tools. Also, if you have any extra plants or flowers you would like to donate to be planted please bring them by the Library at 5110 48 Avenue by Friday morning. We will be posting updates about the Community Garden on Facebook, so ‘Like’ us to stay up to date! Summer Reading Program at Ponoka Jubilee Library Come have fun this summer making crafts, playing games and winning prizes! Register your child (ages 5-12) at the Ponoka library this month. Program runs July 3rd to August 21th. Registration Dates are June 16th to June 27th. Fee is $5 a child, $10 for a family of 4 children or $15 for a family of 5 or more children for the whole summer! For more information contact Haley Amendt at (403) 783-3843 or by email at hamendt@prl.ab.ca

Aquaplex & Recreation Update: The Splash Park is scheduled to open on Monday, June 16th pending Alberta Health Services Water Test Results. Get your stampede Schedule - July 1st Canada Day Stat hours 2-4pm family swim, 4-6pm Public swim. Summer Schedule available. Are You An Artist? The Aquaplex is searching for a local artist to design a mural for the vacant wall above the whirl pool. The design should incorporate the town`s ideals, and spirit. Deadline for a design is July 31st. Drop oﬀ at the pool. Ponoka Recreation Facility Sponsorship Opportunity Are you interested in sponsoring on of the Town’s recreation facilities such as the Arena, Aquaplex, Sport Fields or Mini Golf? For more information on the exciting opportunity, contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services at 403-783-0118.

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COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Coffee With Council Thursday, June 12, 9 a.m. at Tim Horton’s. The first 50 coffees are free!!

Next Town Council Meetings June 23 (Monday) @ 7:00 pm Committee of the Whole – June 19 @ 7:00pm Visit our website: www.ponoka.ca for a copy of the agenda.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “You’re oﬀ to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so... get on your way!” ~ Dr. Seuss (Oh, the Places You’ll Go!)

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Success co-ordinator looks to improve FNMI education

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Wolf Creek Public Schools’ (WCPS) newly appointed FNMI (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) student success co-ordinator position has continued to rapidly evolve, despite the role not officially coming into effect until September, 2014. For an extended period of time, there have been concerns regarding FNMI students’ schooling and futures. From a seemingly apathetic attitude to“In order for us to help these ward education on the part of some of the students people they need more than to other priorities and cultural obstacles, success co-ordinator Shelagh Hagemann has her work cut just an Anglophone exam,” out for her, changing the mindset of the FNMI stutrustee Bob Huff dents, their community and of those outside the students may feel while writing that can lead to FNMI culture. “It’s really important that we look at what low scores. “In order for us to help these people works in our district . . . we have to look at our lo- they need more than just an Anglophone exam,” cation and our relationship with Maskwacis,” said said trustee Bob Huff. “The success of students can be based on PATs Hagemann. Hagemann gave a presentation to the WCPS and diplomas, but not of these alone. We need to board of trustees Wednesday, June 4, informing dig deeper,” said Hagemann. them of the huge amounts of work that needed to Part of her new role is to explore into the probbe embraced by the division as a whole. lem of a lack of communication between schools Within Alberta, 40 per cent of FNMI fami- and First Nations communities and the disengagelies have reported an annual income of less than ment of the students. She wonders if these issues $22,000 compared to the 22 per cent of other Al- may be some of the root causes of low FNMI atbertan families. Also, 40 to 50 per cent of FNMI youths under 14 years old come from single parent household as opposed to 12 per cent of the rest of the province. WCPS dropout rates are higher than the provincial three-year average. However, the number of students returning after those three years to complete their education is on the rise. “I have always said First Nations students do better on a four or five year plan,” said Hagemann. She added that those extra years don’t only apply to FNMI students; there are many youths who need to learn at a differPrice on the Midway $38.00 including GST. ent pace in order to find their own successes. Regarding Provincial Achievement Tests Registration for Town (PATs), WCPS First School Bus Nations students cur2014-15 School Year rently sit below the provincial level of acTown School Busing will be available in Lacombe, Ponoka and Blackfalds ceptable standard, and for the 2014-15 school year. Town students must re-register each year. it is the same with diRegistrations must be done online at website at: www.wolfcreek.ab.ca, click on the plomas. Busing link. “We have a low Payment for busing (under 2.4 kilometers from school) must be arranged prior to population of First Nastudents being able to ride a bus. Seats are available on a ¿rst-registered, ¿rsttions students writing,” served basis. Late registrations will be put on a waiting list. Rural students who said Hagemann, referare new to busing must also register online. ring to the PATs. Registration Deadline: is June 30TH, 2014 In 2009 no FNMI Installment Plan of three equal payments is available. students within the diPayment dates are August 1st 2014, September 1st 2014 and October vision wrote exams in 1st 2014 the higher math and Fees: science class streams. Grades 1 to 12 $ 425.00 per rider ($141.67/payment) However, in recent Kindergarten $ 212.50 per rider ($70.84/payment) Family Plan $ 850.00 3 or more (283.34/payment) years that number is ** Residence over 2.4 km from school - No fee also increasing. ** Bus passes sold for a full school year only Hagemann explained to the board Please visit our website or call the of¿ce at 403-785-0726 that the statistics used for any questions you may have. are slightly skewed be-

tendance. Hagemann also feels there are cultural obstacles that can lead to a lack of attendance. For some of the students cultural ceremonies and the Powwow circuit, which can take the students all over North America, sometimes take precedence over school. In First Nations culture, a death in the family can keep a student out of school for four days or more. With a week behind them and multiple classes to catch up on, the board said the pressure can be disheartening and students — not just FNMI youth — tend to give up and fall even further behind. As the FNMI student success co-ordinator, Hagemann had a few recommendations for superintendant

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cause they only apply to those students who have declared themselves as First Nations. While the numbers look “terrible” next to the province’s, Hagemann says the students are making headway. “Actually we’re having some success.” Hagemann and members of the board feel it is the style of the exams, and a cultural rift the FNMI

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Our favourite memories of dear old dad As another Father’s Day rolls around on Sunday, June 15, those of us who are lucky enough to be proud dads and grandpas will hopefully gather together with as many of our flock as possible, or sit around the kitchen table and chat on the phone or Skype or whatever with our loved ones who cannot make it for the age old occasion of pampering the papas. Wherever we may meet for the celebration, we will share the precious memories, try to keep up with the grandchildren, and then all sample some of the best delights from mom’s age old recipe book, cooked to perfection by our King of the neighbourhood barbecue circuit. Throughout our life, on any given day, we have always wondered where is dad today? Likely at work, but often at the golf course, at the bank cursing the ATM machine, on top of the house trying to hook up the dish before the game, under the car watching the oil drip, out with the boys, or at the hardware store bragging to a total stranger about his kids. No matter what age we are, and how busy we might be, we always look forward to a warm welcome from everyone, including the dog, when we arrive at home, as long as we aren’t late, or haven’t missed a pre-planned parental duty appointment. How great it has been over the years, and always should be, to share quality time together with family and friends, and here is a special tribute to dads and grandpas everywhere, who can just go ahead and give themselves a big pat on the back, and then sit back and have a cool one. We will be sending my 95-year-old dad in Victoria a

box full of his favourite treats *It doesn’t matter who our for Father’s Day, which I am father was, it matters who we sure he will share with Jean. remember he was. A tribute to our dad. *A man never stands as tall When we were just a tiny as when he kneels to help a kid child. Do you remember when *Every father should rememThe times you kissed my ber that one day his children bruises will follow his example inOr cleaned my soiled chin stead of his advice. You scrambled for the *There are three stages of a balls we hit (short-winded man’s life: He believes in Sanmore than not) ta Claus, he doesn’t believe in Santa Claus, and when he is Yet every time we’d play a Mike Rainone Santa Claus. game, you’d praise the ‘outs’ Hammertime *When a young lad asks his and the ‘hits’ we made father to help him find the It seems like only yesterleast common denominator in day, you wiped away our tears his math problem homework he will quickAnd late at night when we called your ly reply.....’Don’t tell me that it still hasn’t name, you chased away our fears been found...they were looking for it when Though time has changed your handI was a kid.’ some grip, your hug will always be the same *Dads, although occasionally gruff or Your hair may be now snowy white, grumpy, have big hands but soft hearts, give your gait is just a little slower now, and really good whisker rubs, will eventually thick glasses help your sight break down and let you use the car or unOh, as sons and daughters we thirst for derstand your friends or dates, might be late those precious years gone by but always make it to the game or the conWe long to once again be that growing cert, can build anything or fix toys if you boy or girl, reliving all of those precious ask nicely, and although not on television or memories of growing up with dad in the movies, are their children’s unsung, Great nations with some strange habits often shy, heroes on most occasions. *Once we have achieved grandpa status, we *Only in America do drugstores make the are referred to by the younger generation as sick walk all the way to be back of the store to get their prescriptions while the healthy ‘old and wrinkled super dads.’ *The greatest gift that fathers can give to people can buy cigarettes at the front *Only in America do people order double their children is to love their mother.

cheeseburgers, large fries, and a diet coke *Only in America do the banks leave both doors open but chain their pens to the counter *Only in America do we leave our cars worth thousands of dollars in the driveway because we have put a lot of our useless junk in the garage Whatever the case, this is still the greatest place in the world to live, so just go ahead and have a great week, all of you…

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78th Annual Ponoka Stampede Paradee Friday, June 27 beginning at 10 a.m. 2014 Theme: Salute to Year of the Horse JUDGING AT 9:00 A.M. SHARP PONOKA STAMPEDE PARADE CATEGORIES PONOKA STAMPEDE PARADE GUIDELINES 1. Entries should be at the Arena marshalling area before 9:00 a.m. to be judged. Entries should be totally assembled and participants ready to be judged. 2. The Parade Committee reserves the right to refuse access to the Parade to any entry deemed unsuitable, or dangerous. 3. An ambulance and tow truck will be on standby in case of any emergency. 4. Entries must not deviate from the established parade route unless directed by a police officer or parade official. 5. No smoking or alcoholic beverages are allowed on parade entries. 6. Items such as candy, balloons, etc. may be given out to spectators by “Walkers” who accompany the float and hand out treats from a safe distance by using small bags or pails. There is to be NO THROWING OF CANDY from floats for safety’s sake. 7. All entries should be 80% decorated and decorations securely fastened. 8. Any individuals under 16 driving quads or garden tractors are only to drive on the parade route. 9. Along the parade route you may encounter travelling parade marshals who have the authority to ask you to slow down, speed up, etc. YOUR COOPERATION IS APPRECIATED TO HELP MAKE THE PARADE SAFE FOR EVERYONE! The 3-mile long Ponoka Stampede Parade is making plans for the 78th Annual Parade. We would like you to be a part of this exciting event at the famous Ponoka Stampede. Your entry would add greatly to the quality and variety of our wellknown parade. Please fill out the attached entry form and plan on having a great time at both the parade and the Ponoka Stampede.

PARADE DIRECTOR - GREG GORDON Rodeo Office: Box 4336, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1R7 Ph. 403-783-3120 Fax 403-783-5858 Cell 403-704-3541 PARADE BEGINS AT 10 A.M. SHARP - RAIN OR SHINE Marshalling takes place in front of the arena complex (4410-54 St.)

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PROFESSIONAL: an entry built by a professional. NON-PROFESSIONAL: an entry built by volunteers to represent a business. NON-COMMERCIAL: an entry representing a community organization, built by volunteers. MOUNTED: any group or individual mounted on horses, mules, etc. 4-H: any 4-H group - beef, dairy, horse clubs, mechanics, etc. HEAVY HORSE HITCH: an entry featuring heavy horses. LIGHT HORSE HITCH: an entry such as horse & buggy, using regular horses to pull. OLD-TIME: any entry representing the past, (carts, buggies) non-motorized. ANTIQUE: any antique motorized vehicle. DECORATED CARS: cars of any age, 80% decorated. COMEDY & NOVELTY: an entry with humorous theme. SPORTS & RECREATION: any group from a sports or recreation activity or organization. CHILDREN’S: includes carts, decorated bikes, novelty items. BEST MARCHING BAND BEST NON-MARCHING BAND TOWNS, CITIES, VILLAGES: any entry representing a town, city , etc. COMPLIMENTARY: any entry which does not wish to be judged.

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PSC graduates and parents celebrate four years of accomplishments BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Ponoka Secondary Campus graduates watch on as speakers honour their accomplishments June 6 during the school’s graduation ceremony. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Parents, families and friends converged on the Curling Rink June 6 to celebrate the hard work and dedication of 120 students, who themed their graduation Time of Our Lives. It was also a night for principal Ian Rawlinson to speak to the graduates and jokingly challenge them on that theme. He pointed out the many changes students had to face over the course of the last four years. “You have endured four years of hard construction, you have had no gym, no shops and at times, no classrooms.” Changes were something PSC students have seen on a regular basis, from losing the sciences area and the gym to getting the Grades 7 and 8 classes, explained Rawlinson. “You have been part of a massive change; from classrooms to instructional spaces, from a high school to a junior/senior high; from PCHS (Ponoka Composite High School) to PSC; from the ‘Comp’ to the ‘Camp,’” he stated. Despite the big changes in their lives, Rawlinson feels students handled these last four years of tumultuous events well considering everything they had to deal with. continued on page 11

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Grads and parents celebrate

Montana First Nations Chief Brad Rabbit speaks to graduates and parents June 6 during Ponoka Secondary Campus’s graduation ceremony. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

continued from page 10 He sang a rousing rendition of Bob Dylan’s The Times They Are A-Changin’, and suggests the lyrics sum up what students need to do, which is to embrace the change or “get out of the way.” Innovators such as Apple Computers founder, Steve Jobs and Microsoft founder Bill Gates made significant changes that have affected the way students learn and Rawlinson suggested the graduates should be grateful for those changes. “If we have taught you one thing, it is hopefully how to move through life, living in constant change, and at times chaos,” he said. Valedictorian provides cheerful speech PSC valedictorian, Clinton Rodney, humourously surprised everyone with a photo selfie of himself and the crowd to start off his speech. Rodney took the time to first honour PSC teachers who “live to teach.” “They were always there to give extra help (and) congratulate on our achievements,” he said. Rodney took a lightThe Management & Staff at hearted approach to his Adams Chevrolet are excited to speech and told fun anecdotes about teachers but also mixed in some serious thoughts about Ponoka and growing up in this community. “We’re proud of our town and all that it has given us, even though it may not be the centre of the universe. I’m certain that these tools, gained through our PSC education, will allow us to overcome any impedance that we face in the future,” said Rodney. He used a wellknown quote by Dr. Seuss as an inspiration for him and for the graduates. “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer Sales Representative yourself any direction you choose.” Kelly is happy to be back in Ponoka! Rodney suggested graduates never underKelly invites family & friends to estimate themselves drop by and say hi! and their talents. “Be bold, but accept criticism, because the 403.783.4494 | 1-877-783-4494 only way to avoid it is to do nothing, say noth6305 - 44 Avenue ing, and be nothing,” www.adamsgm.com stated Rodney.

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Honours and awards for PSC graduating class

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Gospel Music Night - Sunday June 15 - 7pm “The NewSong Band” Season Finale! Admission $5.00 (at door) What is Pickleball? A racket sport similar to badminton & tennis. Join the Drop In group at the Scott Seaman Outdoor Rink (by the arena) Thursday evening at 7pm Monday Billiards 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday 50 cents per game. Honor system. Monday Bridge 1:00 p.m. - continues through summer Monday Whist 1:30 p.m. - continues through summer Tuesday and Thursday Exercise class 9:30 a.m. Last session June 12 until fall Tuesday Shuﬄeboard - See you in September Wednesday Sewing Guild 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday Cribbage 1:00 p.m. continues through summer Wednesday Duplicate Bridge 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Floor Curling - See you in September Thursday Weaving 1:00 p.m. Phone Betty @ 783-3029. Welcome-drop-in to see how it’s done Thursday Bridge 1:00 p.m. - continues through the summer Thursday Art Club – Noon to 4:00 p.m. Thursday Pickle Ball 7:00 p.m. Continues through the summer! Friday “500” 1:00 p.m. continues through summer Memberships still available. $10.00 person. To rent our facility contact Dorothy @ 403-783-3027 or George @ 403-783- 3514 or leave a message @ 403-783-5012. Rentals are increasing and we would like to invite our town administration, business groups, and general public (Wedding, funeral, and Birthday groups), to inquire about rentals services and prices early in their planning. We may ﬁt your bill!

There were 28 awards handed out during the Ponoka Secondary Campus graduation ceremonies June 6, which filled the Ponoka Curling Rink to capacity. Dignitaries such as Ponoka-Lacombe MLA Rod Fox; Jayson Lovell, assistant superintendent of people services; Montana First Nations Chief Brad Rabbit and Lorrie Jess, Wolf Creek Public Schools trustee congratulated students on their accomplishments. “I just want to extend congratulations to the graduating class of 2014,” said Rabbit. He and family members honoured the graduates with a song and some attendees stood up in respect of Rabbit’s singing. Jess said the graduating theme, Time of Our Lives, reminded her of when she was a student. At the time she did not feel she was actually having a good time, trudging to school to learn subjects that bored her. However, Jess said while high school was indeed a challenge, she found that life was full of surprises. “So graduates, trust me when I tell you the best is yet to come,” Jess said. One of the awards of the night was the Principal’s Award. Principal Ian Rawlinson said there are two graduates who he feels had an impact on him personally. The first was Tommy Malcolm. “The first is a student who is always asking us how he can help, what needs to be done, says good morning every day,” said Rawlinson. He feels Malcolm understands the importance of kindness and helping others. The other student who received the award is Emily Jeffries. “The second taught me to fight, that sometimes things are more important than school, work, careers and all the things we think are important, in essence, sometimes, are not.” There were 19 First Nations gradu-

ates this year. Full PSC graduates award list • Birchland Dental Clinic Scholarship: Ceyana Archibald, $500 for tuition • Mitchell Family Bursary Award: Brittany Miller and Austyn Nagribianko, $500 • Mecca Glen Parent Council Scholarship: Daniel Patrick, $500 • Brandon Scur Memorial Scholarship: Shane Epp, $500 • Will’s Welding Scholarship: Damon Dinsmore, $500 • Ponoka Kinette Award: Emily Jacobs, $500 • Mrs. Juliea Ness (Nee Despiegelaere) Scholarship: Kyi Metzger and Jaime Sweet, $750 (each) • Riverside Legacy Scholarship: Maddison Pearman, $500 • Corkery Student Leadership Award: Shelbey Merrill, $500 • Friends of Crestomere Scholarship: David Luce, $500 • Russell Peterson Memorial Award: Samuel Hubert, $500 • Sunny 94 Scholarship: Garrett Hall, $625 • Ponoka Lion’s Club Award most improved student: David Luce. $500 • Ponoka Lion’s Club Award general proficiency: Clinton Rodney. $500 • Tom Butterfield Creating Cowboys Scholarship: Keely Bonnett and Jennifer Massing, $500 (each) • Ryan Kinley Memorial Scholarship: Jared Davis, $500 • Registered Apprenticeship Program Awards: Damon Dinsmore (Will’s Welding), Kelsey Gartner (Alberta Flares), Cody Krenzler (Reflections on 66), Dustin Sejdl (Vleeming Construction), Ruger Dye (Fortis), Blade Christensen (Integra Tire), Nicholas Williams (TnT Electric and Controls), Jarett Perry (KJ’s Repair Service), Dustin Bell (Workman Electric), Chase Staldeker (JV Driver’s Fabrications) $1,000 each scholarship through Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board continued on page 14

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Legion commemorates 70th anniversary of D-Day

Members of the Ponoka Legion commemorated the 70th anniversary of D-Day June 6 at the Cenotaph near the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

To commemorate the 70th anniversary of D-Day, the Ponoka Legion hosted a ceremony June 6 at the Cenotaph by the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre. Dignitaries such as Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox, Mayor Rick Bonnett, Ponoka County Reeve Paul McLauchlin and county Coun. Bryce Liddle came to show their respect. D-Day; one of the most important milestones of the WWII in 1944 was the June 6 invasion of Normandy by Allied forces to gain a tactical advantage over German-occupied western Europe. Canadians’ involvement on D-Day Historians recognize the invasion as a major contribution to the Allied victory in the Second World War, but the operation came at a cost: more than 12,000 Allied soldiers died in the effort. Planning for the operation started almost a year earlier and required approximately 156,000 British, U.S. and Canadian troops for the first wave of attacks. The 3rd Canadian Infantry Division, a total of 14,000 soldiers, invaded Juno Beach in coordination with the Normandy invasion and lost 340 in the attack. Another 574 were wounded and historians have stated Juno Beach was one of the most fiercely defended beaches next to Omaha Beach. Albert Colquhoun, friend of Legion president Sybil Evans, was asked to speak on the events that transpired on that fateful day. Colquhoun said the soldiers’ task was not easy. “The Allies knew what was waiting for them and they knew it was not going to be pretty,” said Colquhoun . He provided recollections from soldiers involved, which painted a realistic picture of what they had to endure. Memoirs from Cliff Chadderton, a soldier with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles, discusses the overwhelming task they faced when training. Chadderton says: “The men of the infantry and tank regiments chosen for the invasion simply had to disregard what lay ahead. We just dug in, trained harder, determined to do what

some were saying would be impossible.” For Colquhoun, this was a testament of fortitude. “And if that attitude isn’t emblematic of Canadian resolve, then I don’t know what is,” he said. He read another memoire from Jim Wilkins of the First Battalion Queen’s Own Rifles B Company. Wilkins explained in grim detail what the first wave of soldiers endured when arriving at Juno Beach. “Soon we are only 500 yards from the beach and are ordered to get down. Minutes later the boat stops and begins to toss in the waves. The ramp goes down and without hesitation my section leader, Cpl. John Gibson, jumps out well over his waist in water. He only makes a few yards and is killed,” stated Wilkins. Colquhoun said despite the toll on soldiers’ lives, the Canadian troops were able gain tactical advantage on the beach. “The fighting they endured was fierce and frightening but the outcome was undeniable. This astonishing and brilliant assault had succeeded,” said Colquhoun. The Last Post and a moment of silence followed the ceremony at the cenotaph. Then Legion members closed the ceremony with refreshments at the Ponoka Legion branch. Mayor Bonnett feels remembering D-Day is vital. “It’s important for the fact that if they wouldn’t have done that in 1944, we wouldn’t be here now.” Reeve McLauchlin is proud of the Canadian forces and their dedication that day. “It’s a pivotal moment in World War II.” MLA Rod Fox suggests that freedom comes at a cost and he feels the Canadian forces were a big part of what made the invasion of Normandy a success. “The lessons of history teach us, guide us and make us stronger.” Sybil Evans, president of the Legion said this ceremony is something that keeps in line with the Legion’s goal to honour and remember Canadian soldiers. “Lest we forget.” She is pleased with community support. “I think as the years go by, it’s not taken for granted anymore,” said Evans.

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Community rallies together for Tim Hortons Camp Day BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

This year’s Tim Hortons Camp Day fundraiser brought in more than $5,200 that will enable two Ponoka youths to travel to a Tim Hortons Children’s Foundation youth camp. The proceeds “It’s not about from every coffee sold at Tim Hortons filling our pockacross the counets, it’s about try June 4 went towards the foundahelping the tion, which aims to kids.” provide children an opportunity to attend Wayne Marsden, co-owner Tim Hortons Ponoka. a summer camp. The fundraiser Tim Hortons staff member Irene Soosay smiles as she passes out a Camp earned $500 more than last year, which had co-owners and brothers Day coffee cup June 4 to customer Irene Baliant. The fundraising effort raised more than $5,000 in Ponoka. Wayne and Darrell Marsden excited. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye They knew things were going well when by 9:30 a.m. the store sold 2,500 coffees and they were already $15 ahead from the same time last year. Wayne was pleased to SANDRA FIRST CHOICE Jane Wierzba see such support from LYON REALTY 403-358-8770 the community. “The Broker/ real estate central alberta (PONOKA) LTD. Trusted Experience Owner town, they get behind 6000 • 48 Ave, Ponoka Call Jane what we’re doing.” TYLER Bay 6, 5103 - 48 Ave. Darrell has FESSLER Box 4325 Ponoka, AB T4J 1R7 toured a camp in Associate 403-783-8881 Ontario and was immediately impressed with the programs, beauty NEW LISTING • Bungalow w/ 3+2 and location available bdrms & 2 baths Large family home with all • Many major upgrades to youths. “It’s absoliving space on the main throughout lutely impressive.” floor. Large living room with • Newer deck & woodstove, 3bdrms + an Youths, who are oversized double office, as well as large family garage normally shy, tend room with woodburning • Located at end of to come out of their fireplace. Over 2100 sq.ft. no-thru road shells, added Wayne, all on an oversized lot • Steps from walking $ located in Riverside. who feels it is a good trails & green space opportunity for kids to $239,000 develop team-building skills. NEW LISTING • Upgraded bi-level w/ 3 “It’s not about fillbdrms & 2 baths ing our pockets, it’s Solid well maintained home • Great layout & about helping the kids,” finishes throughout with 4 bdrms, 2 baths, walk• Lots of natural light said Wayne. out bsmt, carport, large yard & fully finished The brothers invited backing onto soccer pitches basement individuals from the and walking trails. Located • Deck & large fenced community to come backyard in Riverside. $ • Definitely Worth help out and throughout A Look! the day police, victims $232,000 services staff and EMS HEARTLAND COUNTRY ESTATES workers came to help • Country living w/ out selling the Camp RIVERSIDE panoramic lake & Day donation cards. This home has had a complete countryside views RCMP Staff Sgt. Cammakeover! Completely open • Power, gas & phone D E concept. 5 bedrooms & 2 C @ property lines eron Chisholm and large baths. New kitchen & • Convenient weekly DU Mayor Rick Bonnett E appliances, windows, doors, garbage pickup R also took time to assist • Hwy is paved up to flooring and paint. Bathrooms subdivision have been remodeled. High during the fundraiser. • 4 towns in close efficiency furnace, hot water $ “We really couldn’t proximity tank, shingles, insulation, siding. • Gull Lake boat launch do it without the com& sandy beaches mins munity,” said Darrell. $299,000 from your door Last year the na• Build your Lake Dream $ TO VIEW ALL LISTINGS VISIT US ONLINE AT Home today! tional effort raised WWW.FIRSTCHOICEPONOKA.COM $11.8 million.

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Ermineskin High School recognizes award winners BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ermineskin Junior and Senior High School held its end of the year Awards Night on Thursday, May 29 at the school gym recognizing the achievements of students from all grades throughout the academic year. In a festive atmosphere, students were awarded with medals and certificates and they heard some words of wisdom from the guest speaker, Wilton Littlechild, the first ever First Nations member to have received a law degree in Alberta and former Wetaskiwin MP. Addressing the students, Littlechild appealed to them to be always grateful to others, including bus drivers who transport them to school everyday. He also called on them not to be afraid of dreaming and setting themselves high objectives. “No one else can set a limit on you other than yourself,” he said. Littlechild also advised the youth to be mindful of the four aspects of their presence on this world, physical, mental, cultural and spiritual and work with each of this four facets of their lives in balance. “But this is not easy,” he said, “in order to achieve that balance, you have to work hard.” He described this process of achieving the balance as “a formula for winning in life”. During the awards night, the following students of the Ermineskin Junior and Senior High

School were recognized for their achievements: Most Improved: Zariah Ward, Lacey Threefingers, Carly Littlechild-Morin Knowledge and Employability: Kean Buffalo JHTP, Preston Eagle, Brenden Makinaw, Dayton Buffalo-Greene, Wyatt Cutarm, Kobe Minde, Keyshawn Threefingers, Jamieson Smallboy-Crier Academic Awards: Grade 7 English Language Arts Erin Nicotine-Morin Social Studies Tristan Young Math Tashia Stoney Science Shalayna Eagle Junior High Transition Program English Language Arts Lorraine Redcrow Math Trey Omeasoo Grade 8 English Language Arts Maria Buffalo Social Studies Ezra Louis-Buffalo Math Kaedon Buffalo Science Zachary Louis Bruno Grade 9 English Language Arts Keyaren Young Social Studies Tae Buffalo Math Nimkees Bailey-Lee Science Tae Buffalo High School English Language Arts Emery Montour, Paris Smallboy, Karrie Littlechild Social Studies Skyler Okeymow, Shania Morin, Allie Young Math Dakota Ermineskin English Language Arts Courage Omeasoo Social Studies Kordell Saddleback Math Jaylene Roasting Science Vincent Buffalo Attendance Tristen Young (Grade 7), Shelisha Baptiste (Grade 7), Alanna Morin (Grade 7), Kaedon Buffalo (Grade 8), Raedon Buffalo (Grade 8), Kacie Roasting (Grade 8), Keasha Coyote (Grade 8), Tianna Threefingers (Grade 9), Alex OmeasooWhitebear (Grade 10), Paris Smallboy (Grade 11) Construction Nick Morin, James Montour Cosmetology Semester 1 Grade 11 – Paris Smallboy Grade 12 – Allie Young Semester 2 Grade 10 – Lexie Littlechild Grade 11 – Karrie Littlechild

Cree language program award winners Danika Saddleback, Cree Labelle, Mariah Buffalo, Flower Moonias and Paris Smallboy pose for cameras with their certificates. Photo by Mustafa Eric

Grade 12 – Summer Moonias Communication Technology Desiree Samson, Skyler Okeymow Foods Kane Moonias, Dakota Ermineskin, Emery Montour, Cherish Rain Recreation Leadership Samuel Buffalo Physical Education Grade 7 Girl: Danika Saddleback Grade 7 Boy: Mason Bull Grade 8 Girl: Annie Littlechild Grade 8 Boy: Brison Buffalo Grade 9 Girl: Taeleiha Buffalo-Larocque Grade 9 Boy: Daniel Makinaw High School Girl: Dakota Ermineskin High School Boy: Alex Omeasoo Cree Grade 7 Danika Saddle-

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Wilton Littlechild, former MP and Honorary Chief of the Mackwacis Cree addresses the students and their parents during the Ermineskin High School Awards night on Thursday, May 29. Photo by Mustafa Eric

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

PSC boys dominate Skills Canada Nationals BY AMELIA NAISMITH

After months of mental preparation and hard work, two Ponoka Secondary Campus (PSC) high school students took gold and silver at the Skills Canada Nationals competition in Toronto, held June 4 to 7.

“Once it’s all done, you kind of enjoy it after.” Gold medal winner Dustin Sejdl

Jacobson added that Sejdl has been contemplating continuing to mentor other cabinetmakers within the school to keep the Skills Canada program alive. Another mentor who showed up to support the boys’ journeys was former woods teacher Dietrich Unruh. Despite retiring last year, he would pop in every once in a while to lend extra support and help the new and green woods teacher, Jeff Bone, into position. The boys give great thanks to both their teachers for the aid that helped them earn their medals. Jacobson is hoping to get even more students to Skills Canada next year in the other categories it covers, including but not limited to photography, baking, job interviews and automotives. She feels the students just aren’t aware their skills are compatible with the competition.

Grade 12 student Dustin Sejdl won gold in cabinet making and Grade 11 student Josiah Pilon took silver for secondary carpentry. As it was the nationals, they were competing agaisnt the best peers Canada can offer. “(It was) stressful. It was a pretty big project to compete Josiah Pilon (left) and Dustin Sejdl show off their national level Skills Canada medals. in a small amount of time,” said PiPhoto by Amelia Naismith lon. Accompanying PSC staff member Melissa Jacobson says the level of competition the boys were up against was intense, and the 4209 Hwy 2A Ponoka 1959 Gaetz Ave. marking even more 403-783-3831 403-347-7202 so. Alongside being www.jonesboyswesternwear.com marked on their actual project, the boys were assessed on other areas, such as safety. “They were marked on 1,000 different things,” Jacobson said. Sejdl agrees with his schoolmate the competition was stressful, but that does not detract from the pleasure the event holds. “Once it’s all done, you kind of enjoy it after.” June 25 - July 1, 2014 Both boys made it to the national compe2 tickets - President Box tition last year, where Pilon won gold for the Wednesday, June 25 6:30 pm same category. “There was some other really Draw date is good guys out there,” Chuckwagons Father’s Day he said, referring to his th June 15 2014 silver medal. Proceeds go to facility improvements and Last year, Sejdl was 3,50 0 p operating expenses for Ponoka Ag Event Centre awarded silver at the FATHER’S DAY rin $50/Tic ted national level. “It’s a SALE Free Dodge ket really great feeling . . June 11 – 15 Ponoka Stampede Cattle Rafﬂe 2014 Truck Giveaway . It’s nice to finally be Receive a Ponoka Name: No. of Tickets: the best at it.” Stampede performance As a graduate, this Address: (at $50 each) ticket for Tuesday, was Sejdl’s last year June 24 @ 6:30, to compete at the high City: Thursday, June 26 @1:30, school level. However, Postal Code: Total Enclosed: Friday, June 27 @ 1:30 he has the option of or Monday, June 30 @ Phone: continuing in post-sec1:30 with a $75 Wrangler Open Mail to Box 4212, Ponoka, AB T4J 1R6 ondary. “As long as I’m purchase. able to, I will.” Sundays, Tickets can also be picked up at The Jones Boys License No. 375479 Offer subject to availability, “Even if I don’t 11 am - 5 pm Box 4336 no cash value. Saddlery and Western Wear (Ponoka, Red Deer) compete, I’ll probably Ponoka, AB. T4J 1R7 or any Stampede Director volunteer,” he added.

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Folk-rocker returns to Jolly Farmer BY AMELIA NAISMITH

The Jolly Farmer was rocking from its wooden floor to its ceiling beams Friday June 6 as a Drumheller-based folk-rock band provided an evening of entertainment. Joe Vickers and his accompanying musical friends, the HooDudes, who hail from Alberta’s “rad-lands,” filled the pub with the sounds of a standup bass, a mandolin and a guitar. Vickers has been making music for the last eight years, usually with his band Audio Rock Tree. However, three years ago, he decided to branch out and create some solo music. Whether playing solo or in a band, Vickers keeps to a similar style of music, a sound he has a great passion for. “At times it has an old-timey feel, but with a contemporary folk-rock feel,” he said in an interview. “I love folk music. Even at bare bone, we’re upright bass, mandolin and acoustic guitar,” he added, stating his musical influences range from bluegrass to rock. Vickers works hard to create songs that are story driven, as his goal is to impact listeners and take them on a quest. “And I guess my voice would also impact the way it sounds.” This isn’t the first time Vickers has graced the Jolly Farmer with his voice, he played there two years ago when the building was under different management.

Concert review As Vickers and the HooDudes struck the first cords to open the concert, it was apparent the patrons of the Jolly Farmer were interested. The establishment got quiet, with only the squeak of people bobbing in their chairs in time with the music. However, the quiet didn’t last as enthusiastic clapping followed each song and the listeners were encouraged to interact with the band. Vickers clear voice was a pleasure to listen to and both the lyrics and accompanying instruments kept a good rhythm. He would also add a catch in his voice to certain words, creating dimension to an otherwise smooth section. The band was engaging to watch as their animated body language, especially Vickers, provided a point of interest

Joe Vickers (centre) and the HooDudes played a number of rollicking songs in a concert at the Jolly Farmer, June 6. Photo by Amelia Naismith

and stage presence. The songs had a unique musical underlay, between the dominating acoustic guitar, the thrum of the bass and spice added with the mandolin. There was a good balance with a variety of songs, ranging from topics of miners pit ponies to the glory of winning

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The colour of spring clever and funny about Mother Nature has finally done it! the fact that spring is She has come along conspicuous, but only and coloured all the by its absence. white pages of winter, It was during this drawing from her own in-between season that amazing selection of my daughters and I all crayons to bring us a looked out our kitchen delightful potpourri of windows at our yards greens and blues and with something akin to purples and, in fact, evhorror. There, before ery colour and hue of our eyes lay a dismal the rainbow. scene; patches of dead And, even better, things like grass and she has refused to stay Treena Mielke leaves and left over in the lines, instead just On The stalks of flowers lay spilling colour everyOther Side all forlorn and rejected. where. Our yards cried of neIt’s a good thing, glect and winterkill. what has happened to We sigh, turn away and pick up our world. And it makes me, even the phone. as I head out the door, late, spilling “When is he coming?” we ask coffee on a freshly laundered white each other. blouse, climbing into a car that has He is a family friend. He has a obviously missed the car wash too greenhouse. He lives in Saskatchemany times, almost deliriously hap- wan, the land of the living skies. And py. he brings us ‘stuff’ every year. We The sights and sounds and smell don’t know the names of the stuff, of summer are intoxicating, are they we only know a few weeks after not? (even without a sip or two of the he leaves we all end up with flowbubbly stuff). ers in our gardens whose beautiful Of course, the shoulder season, blossoms rival the color of Mother that time after winter and before Nature’s crayons. spring which seemed to go on forHe is our mobile gardener and ever this year, is not so pleasant. without him it seems our green It’s that time when you look at the thumbs are broken and useless. calendar, sigh, and mutter something When he comes and digs and plants,

things grow like they are supposed to. When he leaves, our green thumbs are miraculously healed and we manage to water, weed and, as our gardens grow, puff out our chests and take all the credit. Don’t get me wrong. When he arrives, we try to be helpful. We go out there with him, trailing behind, usually, but not always, carrying a little shovel. We assume an intelligent look and do our best to converse. “Would you like some of that primula like your mom has,” he asked my youngest daughter. “Is that a disease?” she asked politely. I heard the conversation from inside the house and would have rolled on the floor in laughter, ex-

cept I had baby Jacob in my arms, and it probably wasn’t a good idea to roll at that time. He explained it was a perennial that produces brilliant early clusters of flowers and grows best in partially sunny conditions. “I would love some,” she said agreeably. Our gardens are planted now. Neat rows of little plants that are, even as I write this, burying their little roots deep into the freshly rototilled soil. I walk out the front door, glance at my weedless garden and offer a smile up to the sun. I love primula or whatever that stuff is called. It is the color of spring!

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PSC celebrates Broncs athletes’ hard work BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Young athletes at the Ponoka Secondary Campus (PSC) celebrated a year of accomplishments June 9 and thanked coaches for guiding them along the way in their sport. This was also a good time to recognize the school’s highest athletic awards, Bronc and Athlete of the Year for each grade. Athletic director Scotty MacGregor tried to describe what the honour means. “What does it mean to be a Bronc? Sometimes it’s hard to describe in words,” said MacGregor. He likened the two athletic awards to quotes from coaches painted on the new gym wall. MacGregor said there are currently 12 quotes from coaches but not one of them relate the individual coach, rather they describe lessons learned in their careers. “It’s not about the sport.”

MacGregor feels the Bronc and Athlete of the Year awards recognize perseverance, growth and becoming a better person. This year is also the first year PSC took on junior high school students, which changed the awards banquet format. He also thanked young athletes for their patience over the last year as they did not have their own gym where they could play home games. “It took a lot of patience for our athletes and I commend them in this regard.” Students from many of the different athletic programs at the school came to speak and recognize coaches for being leaders in their respective sport. Young athletes spoke on football, track and field, volleyball, basketball, cross country athletics, curling and badminton. Jared Nicolls spoke on the golf program led by teacher Ron Labrie. Despite the team not winning at

provincials, Labrie has helped build the program up. “I just hope that the golf program can continue to be as strong as it has in the past few years,” said Nicolls. MacGregor acknowledged Nicolls,

who played as a Bronc at four different provincials competitions: golf, badminton, basketball and volleyball. The latter was the only sport Nicolls did not compete in a provincials challenge. continued on page 23

Grade 12 senior girls Samantha Jensen and Maddison Pearman hold up their Bronc of the Year awar Athlete of the Year award, respectively. They, and other young athletes at Ponoka Secondary Campus celebrated a year of accomplishments June 9. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Good horsemanship: Hailey Wickens keeps control of her horse during an American Saddlebred Horse Association of Alberta show last weekend at the ag event centre. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

PSC celebrates Broncs athletes’ continued from page 22 Another area that regularly sees Broncs athletes in a provincial challenge is in badminton. MacGregor said coach Jim Lank has had a strong record with his team. “Jim’s been able to

send someone to provincials every year.” Team captain for the Broncs senior boys basketball team Brandt Seibel took some time to thank coach Blaine Haines for bringing the team up over the years. Seibel said a few years ago

the Broncs were not a strong team but Haines’s patience and desire to coach the young athletes brought them in contention for zones and provincials. Seibel said Haines’s approach was not so

much about winning but more developing the individuals on the team to become united. He feels this was a factor in earning the team a perfect regular season record. “The team, not the individual, is the champion,” concluded Seibel. MacGregor closed by saying coaches were consulted on students to be awarded. He said if the coach was a parent to the athlete then they removed themselves from the decision making process. Young athletes were awarded points for their athletic efforts. The points ranged from 30 to 120 at the highest. Broncs of the Year (girls then boys): Grade 7: Shayla Ennis, Owen Feragen Grade 8: Chloe Labrie, Sean Rowland Grade 9: Regan Corkery, Jayden Hageman Grade 10: Lisa van der Westhuizen, Darcy Hoogers Grade 11: Shaye Leidenus, Keenan Haines Grade 12: Samantha Jensen, Davis Labrie and Brandt Seibel Athletes of the year: Grades 7 and 8 did not have Athlete of Year awards this year. Grade 9: Tess Pearman, Cameron Walsh Grade 10: Samira Rowland, Ashton Soosay Grade 11: Daria Leidenus, Tavis Lee Grade 12: Maddison Pearman, Jared Nicolls

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Airborne fungi infecting trees throughout town BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Black Knot is affecting more and more trees in the Ponoka area and should be regarded as a serious flora problem. The disease is caused by the fungus Apiosporina morbosa and commonly affects Amur Cherry, Apricot, Black Cherry, Chokecherry, Dropmore Cherry, Flowering Almond, Japanese Plum, Korean Cherry, Mayday Tree, Mongolian Cherry, Nanking Cherry, Pin Cherry, Cultivated Plum, Wild Plum, Prunus Hybrids, Sand Cherry and Sour Cherry trees. Shayne Steffen, Ponoka County manager of agricultural services says infected trees should have their diseased limbs pruned and heavily infected trees need to be completely removed. The materials should be burned or buried in a landfill and any tools used for pruning or removal should be disinfected before using on another tree “I have seen the number of Black Knot infected trees growing in the Ponoka area. Some of the infections in the trees are high up so I would recommend using a professional certified arborist for removing

these high up branches,” said Steffen. According to the Alberta Government’s Agriculture and Rural Development website Black Knot reduces the aesthetic value of infected plants, spreads rapidly and may result in the death of the plant. As the airborne fungi spores land on the tree, a small olive green growth will appear on the tree and if not dealt with, will mature over a two to three year period into a large black, tar-like growth. The growths may rupture and release large amounts of spores into the environment. It may also continue to grow internally and eventually cause death. When pruning, if the branch is not removed beyond the internal infection the fungi can re-grow. There are other options to combat the disease, such as chemical control or buffer zones between plants, but they aren’t recommended. For more information on Black Knot visit http://www1.agric.gov. ab.ca/%24department/deptdocs.nsf/all/ faq7622.

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4-H members celebrate during their awards night BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Awards night for the 4-H Clubs of Ponoka brought all three clubs, east, west and central together at the Stagecoach Saloon June 8 for a night of rec-

“It’s just nice to see the progress that the kids make from year to year.” Joyce Winter, 4-H awards master of ceremonies

activities. The front stage was full of trophies, gifts, awards and plaques that slowly started to dwindle over the evening as members received their awards. Members’ accomplishments ranged from good record-book keeping to showmanship and strong judging. Other awards presented recognized good grooming, public speaking and planning and organization. Winter said the 4-H programs were known worldwide and that she would be chaperoning a member exchange trip to Finland with three Alberta 4-H members. Interclub trophy awards •Grand champion steer: Chase Fleck •Reserve grand champion steer: Colter Bresee •Grand champion carcass:

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Ponoka Secondary Campus’ junior track team took the championship banner at the June 3 meet. Submitted photo

Ponoka Storm U14 girls are the gold medallists of the Millet Classic Tournament over the weekend of June 7-8. The girls came through the round robin in first place, defeating hosts Millet 4-1 and Cold Lake 1-0 in Saturday matches. Sunday afternoon they faced Cold Lake again and came out on top 2-1. The winning team (back row) Bench Mom Sylvia Sen, Madison McLaren, Kianna Weed, Tasha Kjenner, Melanie Kebel, Ariana Ahtila, coach Greg Bendera, (front row) Bobbie Dykman, Hailey Pettersen, Emma Bendera, Ericka Geneblazo, Mina Shin, Leah Jensen, Nicole Lagarde.

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Markus Baitinger takes a flying shot at the Rimbey net to score his third goal on Thursday, June 5. Photo by Mustafa Eric

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U16 Storm blow like a hurricane BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ponoka’s U16 Storm continue to sweep their opponents with a dominating presence and efficient scoring in their league games, regardless of whether they play at home or on the road. The boys had two away games last week and returned with ever growing scoreboard numbers, gaining confidence for their weekend challenge in Camrose, where they will play at the Night Classic tournament against strong teams. The Storm played their first game on road in Rocky Mountain House on Tuesday, June 3 and defeated the hosts with a score of 8-1. The lead scorer was Markus Baitinger with five goals, with Jarret Henderson, Hector Ibarra and Robert Wareham adding one each to the tally. In the next game against Rimbey

on Thursday, June 5, the Storm was literally unstoppable after the first 15 minutes of the game and their goals came one after another in almost rhythmic fashion. Markus Baitinger and Jarret Henderson each scored four with Dillan Bouma adding two and Hector Ibarra and Cameron Walsh one each. “(In) these two games, we finally started putting the ball in the net and tried to emphasize passing the ball around more to create spaces,” said Gurjit Sandhu, head coach. “At times it looked excellent, the other team couldn’t even get a touch on the ball for long spells.” U16 Storm will have their skills and confidence levels subjected to a serious test over the weekend when they play against Whitecourt, Hinton and Provost in the round robin of the Night Classic tournament on Saturday, June 14.

Two wins and one loss for Locos teams BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Lacoka Locos lacrosse teams had mixed results in their recent games as lacrosse players fight to win and head into playoffs. The Midget B team won their June 8 game 10-1 against Stettler; the game was played in Lacombe. Locos Bantam team also won their Lacombe-based June 8 game against the Stettler’s Bantam team, 19-2. The junior team was defeated

by Red Deer 20-1 on June 7. Jordan Smyth scored the team’s one goal. Head coach Wes Amendt says the team lacked many players that game due to graduation, work and family commitments. “(We) only had eight runners, couldn’t match the full roster of the Red Deer squad.” Next action is for junior Locos is on Saturday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m. in Lacombe when Locoka team host the Medicine Hat Sun Devils and the next day they travel to Lethbridge to play against the Baracudas.

Ponoka Stampede Grounds Friday, June 13 1:30 pm Saturday, June 14 9:00 am Sunday, June 15 9:00 am

Cattle Cutting Calnash Ag Event Centre Thursday, June 12 5:30 pm Friday, June 13 7:00 pm Saturday, June 14 7:00 am

Cowboy & Cowgirl Prom Saturday, June 14 6:00pm at Stagecoach Saloon With inspirational guest speaker AMBERLEY SNYDER - “Count your blessings” Amberley was and still is a strong rodeo competitor even though she is in a wheelchair paralyzed from the waist down. Come hear her story!

“Come Cheer On the Rodeo Stars of the Future!”

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THANK YOU! The board of directors of the Ponoka Stampeder Jr. B hockey team would like to thank the following people for their support throughout the year.

Ponoka U14 Storm boys won silver medals at the Millet Classic tournament over the June 7-8 weekend when they lost 4-0 to Wetaskiwin in the final game. The U14 team: (front) Will Wareham, (middle row) Kyle Sluggett, Thomas Crawford, Kelsey Stretch, Hunter Busat, Braxton Weed, Marcelle Louis, Kaiden Kinnaird, Tyler Lagarde, Evan Neilson, (back row) Coach Wouter Opsteen, Sean Rowland, Campbell Kerr, Aidan Stiles, Shaun Pallin, Dylan O’Connor, Colby Podtirske, Kurtis Hulsman, Asst. Coaches Ryan Crawford and Tyson Klein. Submitted photo

To the following sponsors thank you so very much for your ﬁnancial support. You people make this team happen. PLATINUM SPONSORS • A&W • BOSTON PIZZA • BATTLE RIVER INSURANCE (THE COOPERATORS) • CANALTA HOTELS • GREIG HOLDINGS • WILL’S WELDING • SERVUS CREDIT UNION GOLD SPONSORS • Accu Publishing • Big Country • Bruce Harbin Welding • Calnash Trucking • Cameron Bay (MacDonald’s) • Hugh Porter Dental • Ponoka Plumbing • Sunny 94/Kraze • Thirsk Auto • Wedin’s Team and Corporate

Thank you to the following business supporters: • AFSC • Birchland Dental • Cervus (Agro John Deere) • Crawford Agencies • Instant Replay • Jiﬀy Lube (Lubexx) • John Low Agencies • Ponoka Bottle Depot/Capitol Theatre • Ponoka Chrysler Jeep Dodge • Ponoka Co-op Oils • Ponoka Professional Pharmacy • Randy Hammond Trucking • Royal Bank of Canada • Shoppers Drug Mart, Ponoka • Spelrem Auto • Wagner’s Auto Repair

Thank you Ponoka News for all the sporting news and pictures in the paper as well as the sponsorship of this ad. We are very grateful for the coverage you give us. Many thanks to: Brick - for the TV for our dressing room Subway - for all the subs for game day and away games Bob & Bonnie Ronnie - for the fabulous meals Boston Pizza for supporting Scoro and pizza giveaways Accu Publishing – for the memorial canvas for Damian Thank you to all the following volunteers that donated time to help: Gate - Bernie French, Carlee, Danielle and Justin and everyone that helped fill in. Public Announcer - Mike Dillon for announcing at the games. Off ice officials - Dan Moench, Raymond Davenport, Bob Sorenson, Ted Dillon & Charlie Patterson Special thanks to all the coaching staff and trainers for your countless hours of donated time: Coach- Mark Dobler. Assistant Coach - Dave Parent and Denny Pannenbecker. Manager- Willie Jones Training Staff- Deanna French, Krista Pannenbecker and Calvin David And last but most certainly not least to the players thank you for playing your hearts out as we rebuild this team. To the fans and parents a very BIG THANK YOU for all your support; we could have not made it through this very rough year without your support especially when the team lost one of their own players in a tragic car accident. Thank You Garry Gross for the very special pregame tribute to #17 Assistant Captain Damian Pannenbecker on January 15, 2014. OUR 2014-2015 SCHEDULE BEGINS IN SEPTEMBER 2014 AND WE HOPE TO SEE EVERYONE AS WE ARE PLANNING FOR A GREAT UP - COMING SEASON.

Buccaneers update: Major win SUBMITTED BY TODD LEWIS

The Bucs were able to (handily) beat their southern Alberta rival, the Calgary Wolfpack, last Saturday, June 7 at Lacombe’s MEGlobal Athletic Park. The game was fairly even in the first half, with a score of 10-7 for the Pack at halftime. The Bucs offense and defense really started to gel, however, and held the Pack to one touchdown while scoring four of their own. The final score was 39-17. #16 Josh Achtemichuk manned the offense as quarterback and threw for an estimated 220 yards, for 16/20, 3 TDs. Matt Merkely, #85, was his main target, who had over 100 reception yards and 2 TDs under his belt. And rookie runningback, Junior Riveria #2, had an outstanding game, managing to rush for over 80 yards while

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scoring a TD of his own. The Buccaneers defense was extremely solid as a unit, with multiple sacks recorded on the Pack QB, Daryl Leason. Game stats for the Bucs are as follows: Junior Rivera 106 yards rushing on 12 carries; 8.8 average; also 3 catches, 41 yards and a TD Matt Merkley: 6 catches 86 yards. 2 TDs (also 100 percent completion rate 11 yards passing) Josh A: 186 yards passing 4 TDs Defense gave up only 204 yards passing and 46 rushing; absolutely dominating performance against a guy who routinely throws for 400 plus. Offense had 351 total yards to the packs 250. The Bucs play again next Saturday, June 14, 6 p.m. at MEGlobal Athletic Park against Grande Prairie Drillers who have a 1-0 record. The team is also going on their annual “Team up to Tackle Hunger” food drive throughout Lacombe on June 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., before the game.

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Kellyn Pritchard of senior Broncs tries a passing play against Bisons of Ardrossan during the eight-team jamboree in Camrose on Saturday, June 7. Photo by Mustafa Eric

Broncs football takes summer break BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Both senior and junior Broncs football teams ended their spring preparation season last week after the senior Broncs tested their talents and skills in an eight-team jamboree in Camrose on Saturday, June 7. Alongside Camrose Trojans, there were teams from a wide area in central Alberta, but some teams failed to participate in the event due to unforeseen circumstances. Senior Broncs boys started their actionpacked day early in the morning and they competed with participating teams, taking turns in offense and defense trying 10 plays at a time with each team. “The jamboree was just what the boys needed,” said head coach Scott MacGregor. “The talent there was varied from provincial/ league champions to some of the weaker teams around the province.” He said the jamboree helped the coaches to pinpoint the areas where they would need to strengthen the team. “As coaches, we know where we need to improve. We are looking forward to the 2014 season in the fall,” said MacGregor. He said the highlights of the jamboree from the Broncs’ standpoint were that the offensive line greatly improved in the course of the day, the outside run was successful and the runningbacks had a depth and that Kellyn Pritchard swiftly fit into his new role as the quarterback of

the team with some great passes. In defense, Broncs did well in stopping the rushing game but blitzes were rarely picked up and there were some big hits from the defensive backs. According to MacGregor, senior Broncs need to improve in picking up blitzes, getting a better grip in reception and fewer fumbles and in tackling fundamentals. Senior Broncs will resume their practices in August with the football season beginning alongside the school year in September.

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Would like to sincerely Thank the residents of the Town of Ponoka for supporting their recent Bottle Drive.

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Scott Seaman’s Outdoor Arena • Ponoka Recreation & Culture Centre Shave Your Head For Cancer – 10 a.m Ball hockey tournament to follow BBQ & raffle draws WHY: Bob Sorensen is a local ﬁreﬁghter and has given his service and support to the community of Ponoka for the past 21 years. He has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer and this entire event was born out of the desire to support him as he battles through his treatments, and to show him that his dedication to the people in this community has not gone unnoticed. As per Bob’s request, all proceeds will be donated to the Alberta Cancer Society and Ponoka FCSS.

For info call Craig Sorensen at 403-783-1620 or 403-755-8498

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Cowgirls:

Emily (left) and Jenny Massing will both be competing at the Alberta High School Rodeo finals, June 13 to 15. Emily participates in breakaway roping while her sister is a breakaway roper and goat tying competitor for the event. This is Jenny’s last year on the high school circuit as she graduates this month. Submitted photo

Cowboys:

Walker Galloway (left) and Keely Bonnett are gearing up for the Alberta High School Rodeo finals, June 13 to 15. Galloway is the header of his and Bonnett’s roping team. Bonnett also competes in calf roping and steer wrestling. This is Bonnett’s last year on the high school circuit as he graduates this month. He also recently obtained his pro card. Submitted photo

Ponoka fast-pitch highlights SUBMITTED

The Ponoka Mites traveled to Sylvan Lake. The girls have been having fun and that they are loving the game and it shows with their continued improvement. Chloe Smith and Brooklyn Fredrickson have upped their play and the extra work that they put in is really showing on the diamond. The Crushers lost to Lacombe Matrix 16-7, but many highlights made for an exciting game. The Crushers had amazing hits from Cheyenne Avery, Tayli Yellowbird, Alexis Lavertu and a grand slam from Madison Arbeau. The Bandits rolled out another win 18-14 against Sylvan Lake: Six home runs lead the charge with one homer coming from strong closing pitcher Vanessa Henderson. With their offensive strength, the Bandits worked on infield defense plays that their age group normally don’t try. Catcher Camryn Willier routinely throws pick off plays to all three bases with runners on board. These unique plays will pay off strongly when the team travels to Okotoks on June 14. Coach Sarah Willier tells the girls “you learn from mistakes, so don’t be afraid to make them”.

Correction The softball story on page 38 of the May 28th edition incorrectly names the tournament as ‘slow-pitch’ but is actually a softball/fast-pitch tournament. We apologize for the confusion.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our cherished husband and dad, John (Jack) Llewellyn Walker on May 31, 2014 with his family by his side after a lengthy illness at Olds Long-term Care facility. Married to Donna for 48 years and proud father to Tracey (Nicole Laframboise); Holly (Alvin Melton) and Heather (Rob Lengyel). Jack will be forever kept in the heart of his grandson Rigby Forrest (son of Heather) and granddaughters Ryan Brooke; Ashton Michelle and Sawyer Dawn Walker-Melton along with his surviving sister Mae Gracey (Bob) of White Rock, BC. Jack was pre-deceased by his parents Clancy and Vera Walker; brothers Jim and Bill and sister Dorothy. Born in Angusville, MB on June 10, 1937 and raised in Grenfell, SK, Jack was a loyal Roughriders fan, avid curler, long-time member of the Elks Lodge and active member of the United Church where he shared his beautiful voice in the Church choir. In 1965, Jack moved to The Pas, MB as an Accountant with the TD bank where he met the love of his life Donna Rigby. He became Registrar of Keewatin Community College in 1966 to ‘94. He treasured his days of retirement with Donna, his girls, and grandkids at their Clearwater Lake cabin near The Pas. Jack & Donna settled in Olds, AB in 2004. A private graveside service will take place at the Grenfell, SK cemetery with a Memorial service to celebrate his life at Olds United Church in late July. “To the world he may be one person, but to us he was our world.” HEARTLAND

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HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC to work in private shop on farm. We have several semi trucks hauling farm products as well as farm tractors. Job would include maintenance on all equipment, as well as repairs as necessary, clutch, wheel seals, some welding, etc. This is a full-time year round position. 250-838-6630. leolorie@uniserve.com.

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Sales & Distributors

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Bashaw Sports Centre Has an opening for a Full Time employee in a high volume Sporting Goods Store: • Excellent customer service skills • Retail sales experience • Valid Firearms License • Good working knowledge of firearms, ammunition and general sporting good items. We offer competitive hourly compensation, flexible hours, and good working conditions. Please fax your resume in confidence to: Bashaw Sports at 780-372-4447

Al York

General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593 Bus: (403) 843-3700

Rimbey, AB

Fax: (403) 843-3430

ANIMAL SERVICES

810

HOOF TRIMMING

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: - Overseeing Staﬀ - Customer Service Skills - Opening and Closing Procedures - Handling Cash

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

W3 GOAT DYNASTY

HOOF TRIMMING • Equipped for various small hoofed animals • Portable electronic tilt table • Reliable & efficient • Practicing Animal Biosecurity/ Herd Health

Servus Credit Union is a member of the Platinum Club of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. We offer continued growth and career opportunities and reward employees for their efforts and achievements.

SHANE & DARIA WILLIAMS

We’re looking for the following to join our dynamic member

403-704-0058

service team in Ponoka:

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

Financial Advisor (full time)

A & J AUTOMOTIVE A & J AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

You play an integral role in the delivery of superior personalized service to our member-owners. By building trust, delivering customized financial solutions and identifying opportunities to refer

6701 - 46 Ave. 6701 46 Ave. Ponoka, AB - T4J 1J8 Ponoka, T4J 1J8 (403)AB783-8755 (403) 783-8755 Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator

or sell additional products and services, you help our members achieve financial stability and a good quality of life. Prior retail banking and credit assessment experience is required. Visit servus.ca for the full job description, qualifications and application details. Closing date: June 13, 2014. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for the position will be contacted.

This space could be yours for $

We appreciate all who take the time to apply and thank you for your application, but only those being considered for an interview will be notified.

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 Celebrate Your Marriage With a Milestone Announcement • 1.877.223.3311 Remember to share the news with your friends & family!

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BOBCAT SERVICES

Misc. Help

Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Grading & Construction

880

Great family atmosphere, excellent benefits package. We offer both commission and non commission based pay plans. Please submit your resume to: 4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1V3 Fax: 780-352-5750 toyotaab@telusplanet.net

Misc. Help

880

New Town Taxi & Delivery Ponoka’s preferred Taxi & Delivery Service • Low Flat Rates • Book ahead for off hour trips • Airport service • Ponoka • Edmonton • Red Deer • Calgary

403-963-2034 BOTTLE DEPOT

Are you looking for a winning team that you can grow and build your future with? If so, we want to get to know you better!

PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT

A LEADING MANUFACTURER OF DAIRY FEED IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A

Open Monday - Saturday

PRODUCTION/LABOURER EMPLOYEE

10 am - 5 pm We Now Recycle Milk Cartons for Deposit

FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE AND A CLASS 3 DRIVER’S LICENSE AN ASSET, BUT NOT NECESSARY

3, 5520 Hwy 2A (Across from Husky)

Email/Fax Resumes to: Megan.dutka@nutri-source.ca (403)-948-4493

Closed Sundays & Holidays

403-783-6875 SALES & SERVICE

Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm

403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635

Reaching 6000 households weekly for just

PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311

Misc. Help

880 CALNASH TRUCKING LTD

IN PONOKA requires an immediate

SHOP/PARTS PERSON The responsibilities will include ordering and organizing parts, data entry, record keeping and general shop duties. Reporting directly to the operations manager, the individual will have excellent communication skills, organized and general computer knowledge. Some training will be provided, but must have some general trucking and parts background. Excellent wages and company benefits Please submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 E-mail: hr@calnashtrucking.com (Attn: Shop/Parts Person) Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.

PONOKA STAMPEDE GRANDSTAND CLEAN-UP HELP REQUIRED

ATTENTION Kids • Adults• Sports Groups Individuals are required for clean-up before & after performances.

• Finisher • Night Welder • Turret Operator/Programmer Full Benefit Package & Production Bonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern Working Environment.

Fax or E-mail your resume in confidence to: A.C. Dandy Products Ltd. Fax: 780-352-2249

Email: acdandy@acdandy.com

Misc. Help

880

P/T CASHIERS WANTED For Saturday & Sunday day shift Must be honest & reliable Computer knowledge an asset References required Drop off resume to No Frills Gas Bar 5561 Hwy 53 ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

IF INTERESTED OR FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL RAY AT 403.341.9707 Misc. Help

Would you like to take the GED in your community? • • • • • • • • •

Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Castor Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284

Employment Training

900

MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work! 1-888-627-0297.

THERE IS STILL A HUGE DEMAND FOR CANSCRIBE MEDICAL • Community Support TRANSCRIPTION Worker Program GRADUATES. Medical Transcription is a • GED Preparation great work-from-home Would you like to take the career! Contact us today at www.canscribe.com. GED in your community? 1-800-466-1535; info@canscribe.com. • Red Deer • Rocky Mtn. House • Rimbey • Caroline • Castor • Sylvan Lake • Innisfail • Stettler • Ponoka

FALL START

403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca

• Outside Salesperson (Electrical experience an asset)

THE DISABILITY TAX CREDIT. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average). Covers: hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. Apply today! 1-844-453-5372.

Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

DANDY Electrical Enclosure & Power Division

880

Misc. Help

870

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.

June 18 & 19 before the Stampede and June 25-July 1.

PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Motorcycles & ATV’s

Business Opportunities

ARE YOU STUCK IN A BORING, DEAD END JOB? Are you are a person who enjoys a challenge, working hard, and the satisfaction of a job well done at the end of the day?

850

PCL ENERGY. Now hiring ACADEMIC Express Journeyperson Pipefitters ADULT EDUCATION ($40+/hour) and Scaffolders AND TRAINING ($38+/hour) for an industrial project in Vascoy, SK. LOA FALL START of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and • Community Support benefits. Send resume to: Worker Program pclenergyjobs@pcl.com. • GED Preparation

The wonderful staff of Toyota City Wetaskiwin is looking for YOU!

OVERHEAD DOORS

TAXI SERVICES

Trades

Wetaskiwin

• Product Advisor

403-963-5000

860

TOYOTA City

Call 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 CallJim JimAshbough Ashbough 783-2764ororCell: Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 403-783-5283 Cell: 403-588-0597 Jack Surbey 783-5283orCell: 588-0597

www.doorsondemand.ca

Truckers/ Drivers

INTERESTED IN THE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER BUSINESS? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.

880

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Interested candidates should submit resumes in confidence to kkernohan@envirotank.com or contact Ken Kernohan directly at 1-306-948-5262

Business Services #1000 - #1430

Legal Services

1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearch.com

Misc. Services

1290

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

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Misc. Services

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Pet Services

1318

Need RV or Self Storage?

CLINKERS KENNELS

8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mini storage units available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound. Call Keith at

* Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required

LET US WELCOME YOU! Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful information about your new community.

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Rental Misc

HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm; Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.

First Call Towing

www.clinkerskennels.ca

783-3636

403-783-6272

Landscaping

1240

Landscaping

1240

Kwik Kerb

Continuous decorative concrete borders Many colours, stamps and patterns. Landscape curb and edging for gardens, flower and rock beds

Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca Personal Services

1315

Unplanned pregnancy may be difďŹ cult to face. We care. For conďŹ dential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.) 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; http://www.truepsychics.ca

Misc. Services

1290

Check out our new continuous natural rock ďŹ nish Call for a free estimate 403-783-6115 or 403-352-5372 (cell) kwikkerb@platinum.ca â&#x20AC;˘ www.kwikkerbparkland.com

Misc. Services

1290

Misc. Services

1290

OUR SPECIALITY

Repair of any cooling or refrigeration system as well as large household appliances.

Berni's Refrigeration

Auctions

Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Stereos, VCRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940

Auctions

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ACREAGE AUCTION Big Toys for Big Boys June 15, 2014 - 10 a.m. East of Bowden A.B. #587, 3 miles John Deere & Kubota Tractors, 3 PTH equipment, Hand & power Tools, Tool boxes, ATV, Welding truck, Check the web for full listing & picturesâ&#x20AC;Ś PILGRIM AUCTION 403-556-5531 www.auctionsales.ca

Well Drilling

1400

and Appliance Service Tell them Danny Hooper sent you

Add this feature to your next career ad booking

Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235

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DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

Family Friendly Dentistry

WE BUY FOR CASH.

Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0

403-304-4791 Check website for full listing www.bigstrapperauctions.net

Building Supplies

1550

Welding

Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607

DENTAL CARE BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC

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.

PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

403ď&#x161;ş783ď&#x161;ş5225 â&#x20AC;˘ 403ď&#x161;ş783ď&#x161;ş5235 5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5

DR. HUGH PORTER â&#x20AC;˘ DR. RICK BARR DR. JEFF BARR â&#x20AC;˘ DR. GREG EDWARDS - General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers - Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings - Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTSâ&#x20AC;?

EYE CARE Drs. Heimdahl, ZoBell & Kallal 403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168 WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA

â&#x20AC;˘ B-PRESSURE â&#x20AC;˘ PIPELINE â&#x20AC;˘ OILFIELD â&#x20AC;˘ ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING â&#x20AC;˘ SHOP/PORTABLE â&#x20AC;˘ CNC PLASMA CUTTING â&#x20AC;˘ ALUMINUM â&#x20AC;˘ SHEARING & FORMING

MAIN: (403) 783-7591 FAX: (403) 783-8178 Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net

Well Drilling

1400

Well Drilling

1400

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")' )2/. View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

plus GST/HST

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Welding

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BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS SALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm. Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A

)RON &ILTERS s 3OFTENERS s $ISTILLERS s 2EVERSE /SMOSIS h+ONTINUOUS 3HOKv #HLORINATOR 0ATENTED 7HOLE (OUSE 2EVERSE /SMOSIS 3YSTEM

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5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

ADVANCED EYE HEALTH & VISION EXAMS CONSULTATION & REFERRAL SERVICES DESIGNER EYE WEAR & CONTACT LENSES INSURED MEDICAL EYECARE SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8AM - 12:30PM â&#x20AC;˘ 1PM - 5PM

This space could be yours for $

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 HEATING

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Committed to your comfortâ&#x20AC;?

Robin Esau

Ph: 403-782-7722 Fax: 403-782-7499

www.1800bigiron.com

Value Ad Network

Let us amplify your message!

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ACREAGE AUCTION. Big Toys for Big Boys. June 15/14, 10 a.m. East of Bowden, Alberta #587, 3 miles. Tractors, 3 PTH equipment, tools. Pilgrim Auction, 403-556-5531; www.auctionsales.ca.

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Auctions

1530 PUBLIC AUCTIONS

June 21, 2014 @ 11:00 a.m Â&#x2DC; Castor, AB - Klaus Farms Selling - full line of farm equipment, tractors, haying and feeding equipment, grain bins, ATVs, stock trailers, vehicles, cattle equipment.

12345 June 28, 2014 @ 11:00 a.m Â&#x2DC;4409- 50 Ave., Vegreville, AB Selling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2244 sq ft home on 33 acres in the Town of Vegreville c/w outbuildings, fenced and crossfenced. Antiques, horse drawn vehicles, buggies, 1904 Victoria Vis-Ă -vis sleigh,1890 horse drawn hearse, cutters , sleighs. Antique Tractors â&#x20AC;&#x201C; professionally restored 1949 Case LA, 1957 JD 430T. Cat 416C backhoe â&#x20AC;Ś and much more

Complete listing, please refer to www.prairieauction.com or contact 780-499-9832

robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com

Advertise your business in the Business Directory!

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HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Firewood

1660

LOGS

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair

3912 - 66 St, Ponoka www.wcmltd.ca

403.783.3501 wcmltd@telus.net

This space could be yours for $

PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311 VETERINARY SERVICES

Bovine Veterinary Services

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346

Garden Supplies

1680

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

Misc. for Sale

1760

EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. SAWMILLS from only $4,397. 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.

On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services Ultrasound-aided ReproducƟve Programs

Wanted To Buy

CETA CerƟĮed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer Herd Health

Phone 403-391-1684 ʹͶ

Dr. Bruce Wine

1930

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork & transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.

Livestock

2100

BLACK ANGUS BULLS (yearlings) Ideal for heifers Low birth weights Semen tested 403-783-3935

20 Bulls For Sale

Registered Yearlings

Black Angus Call Jim (780)

387-6050

Livestock

2100

KLIMEC FARMS 2 year old registered Black Angus bulls. Semen tested. Phone 403-783-0229 LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211 PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin Farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.

HOW CAN YOU MAKE YOUR PHONE RING? & Make Some Quick Cash? Place your ad HERE...

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Suites

DELUXE 2 BR SUITES FOR RENT Includes: Fridge, Stove, Fireplace, Air Conditioning, Window Coverings, Oak Cabinetry with Corian Countertops, Balcony, High Security Card Locks, All Utilities except Telephone.

Call ERNIE at 780-335-6767

Specializing in: - Residential - Commercial - Agricultural - Stamped Concrete - Exposed Concrete

Leo Cabral

Serving Ponoka & Area Ph: 403-783-6428 Cell: 403-783-1905

VETERINARY SERVICES

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200 8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call Dr. Bill Frischke • Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Patricia Kelly

Garage Agricultural Space #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

Livestock

3150

COMMERCIAL

BAYS

FOR RENT 4205 - 64 St., Ponoka, AB

34’Lx16’W with 16’ high ceiling. Suitable for Truckers, Farmers, Boaters, Contractors, or Anyone needing Secure, Heated Storage.

SPECIAL SPRING RATES!

2100

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.

Call ERNIE at 780-335-6767

Misc. for Sale

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Reaching 6000 households weekly

For just

$30 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

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FEED BARLEY. Paskal Cattle Company in Picture Butte area is looking for Feed Barley. Put more $ in your pocket. Sell direct to us. Please call Main Office for details. 403-732-5641. HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE, Come see us at: 4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED! 403-782-3333 Dealer of Masterfeeds

Seed Grain

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SEED Barley & Seed Oats for Sale. 2 Row & 6 row high yielding varieties available. Suitable for grain or silage. High germination & vigour. Seed treating available. On Farm scale. Larry Trautman, 403-843-2733, Mark Trautman 403-843-3474

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Suites

PONOKA: Upper 1 bdrm. suite, clean, bright, recent reno’s, 3 appls, shared laundry, pets/smoke free. Adult bldg. Must be employed, avail. July. 1, $775. mo. + 1 mo. d/d. 780-372-2294

* RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street. 403-357-0287

JOB HUNTING? Read the Classifieds. 1-877-223-3311.

Roommates Wanted

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ROOMMATE WANTED for executive home N/S, N/P, no drugs, no children Social drinker only Clean & responsible References required 403-790-6255 or 403-319-7948

Houses For Sale

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Businesses For Sale

4140

Pasture

3180

SOUTH of Alix, will hold 20 - 25 prs. 403-347-0021 or 403-340-4122

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

4205 - 64 St., Ponoka, AB

Quiet Adult Complex, Age 40+, No Pets, Special Spring Rental Rates!

CONCRETE SERVICES

Grain, Feed Hay

For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

Acreages/ Farms

3010

AVAILABLE JUNE 15 Smaller farmhouse w/4 appl.

w/att garage. Not suitable for children. Retired/semi retired preferred. Utilities incl, N/P $850/mo D.D. $600

403-783-2523

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.

780 440 4037 | SEACAN.COM

Suites

3060

DUPLEX in Ponoka, newly reno’d, 3 bdrm., $750. 403-963-0204 FURNISHED BACHELOR SUITE FOR RENT IN PONOKA. TV & utils. incld. $550/mo. 403-963-0204

FOR SALE

BEAUTIFUL FLORAL SHOP 47 years in business. Owner retiring. Located in Central Alberta. Voted small business of the year twice. Excellent reputation. Owner will help during transition.

Phone 1-800-397-8843 Two coolers • 5 work stations • Chevy Van • In-store Garage • All Stock & Fixtures Largest Flower Shop in the city doing majority of the wedding and funeral ﬂowers.

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Acreages

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Cottages/Resort Property

4090

Manufactured Homes

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Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Ronald, Patricia & Helen Hagemann to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt NW 7-42-25-W4 (approximately 5.0 acres total) from County Residential Hobby District to County Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 Email: PonokaCounty@ PonokaCounty.com

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PUBLIC NOTICE Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Delbert & Donna Merrill (Agent-Ken Merrill) to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt NE 18-42-25-W4 (approximately 5.0 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 9:50 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 Email: PonokaCounty@ PonokaCounty.com

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PUBLIC NOTICE Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by LBM Holdings to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt SW 10-43-26-W4 (approximately 18.5 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area into possible 2-9 acre parcels or 3-6 acre parcel. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 Email: PonokaCounty@ PonokaCounty.com

PUBLIC NOTICE TO OWNERS OF

THE VILLAGE OF ALIX, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

SECTION 251 - THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Alix, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to Borrowing By-law No. 413/14 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the said Village of Alix to borrow monies from the Alberta Capital Finance Authority by way of debenture issue, to pay for the cost of the following municipal purpose(s), namely the Design Preparation for the Water Distribution System and Upgrades to the Sewage Lagoon (within/outside) the limits of the said municipality; The total cost of the aforesaid project amounts to $545,000. After deducting from this cost the amount of $45,000 to be received by way of municipal reserves, the net amount to be borrowed on the credit and security of the municipality at large by the issue of debentures is $500,000.00. The debenture is to be repayable to the Alberta Capital Finance Authority in 40 equal consecutive semi annual installments of combined principal and interest, the semi annual interest not to exceed five per centum (5.0%), or the interest rate as fixed from time to time by the Alberta Capital Finance Authority; NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Village of Alix that, unless a petition of the owners for a vote on By-law No. 413/14 is demanded, as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the said Council may pass the said borrowing by-law. All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly. DATED at the Village of Alix, in the Province of Alberta, this 21st day of May, 2014. Village of Alix Per: Bonnie Cretzman Chief Administrative Officer INFORMATION FOR ELECTORS Pursuant to Section 1(i) of the Municipal Government Act an “elector” means: 1. A person who is eligible to vote in the election for a councillor under the Local Authorities Election Act. Pursuant to section 47(1) of the Local Authorities Election Act a person is eligible to vote in an election if he: a) is at least 18 years old, b) is a Canadian citizen, and c) has resided in Alberta for the 6 consecutive months immediately preceding election day and is resident in the area on election day. A poll may be demanded in the Village of Alix by electors equal in number to at least a) in the case of a municipality other than a summer village, by electors of the municipality equal in number to at least 10% of the population and b) in the case of a summer village, by 10% of the electors of the summer village in accordance with the provisions of section 223 of the Municipal Government Act and in accordance with the provisions of section 251 of the Municipal Government Act. The petition for a vote must be received by the Chief Administrative Officer within 15 days of the last publication of this notice and shall contain on each page “an accurate and identical statement of the purpose of the petition”. (Further requirements of the petition are provided in section 224 of the Municipal Government Act.) DATE of the last publication of this notice is the 11th day of June, 2014.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Jerry Dodds to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows: Reclassify Pt NE 14-42-26-W4 (approximately 6.5 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential Hobby to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 Email: PonokaCounty@ PonokaCounty.com

Ponoka County

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE LAND USE BY-LAW

Members of the Ponoka Pool Sharks and the Ponoka Gators pose during the Alberta Summer Games tryouts June 1 in Sylvan Lake. Photo submitted

Rare sighting: Sharks and Gators compete together SUBMITTED

In a rare occasion, swimmers from both of Ponoka swim clubs competed in the Alberta Summer Games zone trials Sunday June 1, in Sylvan Lake. Four members of the year-long swim club, Ponoka Pool Sharks, competed in the zone trials along with two members of the local summer swim club, the Ponoka Gators. McKenna Christensen, Lanny Wildcat, Nesha Soosay and Shannon Bendera represented the Sharks while Emily David and Paisley Wilson swam for the Gators. The zone trials hosted summer and winter clubs from all over Central Alberta. The top three swimmers from each age category and gender qualifying to compete in the five-day long competition in Airdrie at the end of July. Christensen and Wildcat finished all three of their races with first places ensuring qualification for the two athletes. Bendera and Soosay are still awaiting results after excellent performances in their

swims. Wilson and David, after only being in the water for a few weeks prior, pulled off some promising results and dropped time in all of their swims. Together, the Sharks and the Gators represent a growing sport in Ponoka. The combined total of swimmers now reaches 120 participants between the two clubs and represents a large portion of the pool space at the Aquaplex. The Pool Sharks train September to June each year and have a number of provincially and nationally ranked swimmers. The team has experienced steady growth under the direction of Head Coach Bobbie-Jo Christensen. The Ponoka Gators train May 1 until the middle of August and has a strong representation at both regional and provincial meets. The club has also experienced a terrific growth in the past few years. Both clubs accept new registrants at the beginning of their respective seasons.

Ponoka County Council intends to amend the Land Use By-Law to allow applications for medical marijuana production in Direct Control districts only. This would allow Council to regulate and control the use and development of land and buildings in any manner it considers necessary. The public would have the opportunity for input at Public Hearings. Also, as a result of the adoption of the Highway #2 Corridor Study, Council will consider amending the Prime Location Commercial district of the Land Use By-Law and adopting a new zoning for Residential Mixed Use. Before making a decision on the matter, Council will hold a public hearing at which any person may ask questions or state their opinion. This hearing will be held at 11:15 a.m. on June 17, 2014 in the Chambers of the Ponoka County Office, 4205 Highway #2A in Ponoka. The proposed by-laws may be viewed at the County Office or will be mailed, emailed or faxed to anyone who requests it. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 Email: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com

Ponoka U12 girls Thunder brought home a bronze medal from the Millet Classic Tournament over the June 7-8 weekend after defeating New Sarepta in the final. The champions are (back row)Â Coach Calvin David, Anike Deschamps, Eliyah Raine, Saffron Lewis, Emily David, Billie Menssa, Jasmin Johal, Shaelyn Goodwin, Asst Coach Brittney Feldberg and (front row)Â Elaine Hutniak, Kianna McLean, Zoe Pitre, Lezah McGinnis, EmmaGrace Leclerc Submitted photo

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