Independent the
Stettler SERVING THE
Heart
July 9, 2014 STETTLER, ALBERTA
VOLUME ONE-HUNDRED EIGHT NUMBER TWENTY EIGHT PM40011853 R08546
$
1.09 Plus GST
OF CENTRAL ALBERTA FOR 107 YEARS
Community
Stettler teacher moves on to Donalda School Story on P8
District County warns bertha army worm infestations on the rise Story on P12
Opinion
IS GLUTEN REALLY THAT BAD? The most recent fad diet scheme involves gluten-free food products. Hucksters on TV talk shows have painted gluten as being the new poison in the human diet.
Opinion on P6
Stacey Lavallie/Independent reporter
After years of fundraising, a dream becomes reality as people involved with the development of the Stettler Skate Park and patrons of the current Skate Park gather for the official groundbreaking ceremony. The park will hopefully be ready for use this fall. From left are Matthew Clark, Mike Lawlor, Brady Holden, Heidi Fraser, Emma Fraser, Cathy Dadensky, Jared Fraser, Sandy Clark and Stettler Mayor Dick Richards.
Dreams turn to reality as Skatepark fans break ground Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER It was a windy but bright summer day as people gathered at the site of the new Stettler Skate Park to officially break ground on the project. On Friday, July 4, members of the Stettler Skate Park Committee joined Town of Stettler Mayor Dick Richards, skateboarders and parents in breaking ground at the new site. “We’re extremely excited,” Mike Lawlor, chair of the Skate Park Committee said. “It’s been a long process to get here and its taken a lot of dedication from our group and everyone from the community (who have been) supporting us.” For the past several years, the committee has been fundraising for the park, which will replace
the few jumps and bars set up on the flat outdoor hockey rink across from the Stettler Recreation Centre. “It’s just bringing us into the new millennium,” Richards said. “It’s a real skate park as opposed to the flat surface.” Richards said the outdoor rink will be used for other sports, like ball hockey, during the summer months once its freed up from its use as the area’s skate park. Lawlor said construction will take roughly two months, possibly three, depending on weather and construction factors. “Hopefully by fall, we should have something rideable,” he said. “We’re going to do some sort of special opening celebration.” For Lawlor, who learned to ride on the make-
shift skate park in Stettler, seeing the new skate park becoming reality is thrilling. “I’m going to pull out my skateboard with my son and ride it all day and all night (when it’s finished),” he said. Though he said he’s excited to see construction of the park get underway, the mayor said people won’t find him boarding around the new park. “No way,” he said with a laugh. “My knees are too old.” Fundraising for the new park continues, as the committee was short the required fundraising goal to begin construction, and was only able to begin after the town loaned them the remaining money so construction could begin this fall rather than next year.
BUY ANY NEW OR USED VEHICLE and ENTER TO WIN
PAY YOU PAY WHAT WEELS ON ALL NEW MOD
www.stettlergm.com
Now is the time to buy tha BIG VALLEY JAMBOREE truck or SUV that you’ve b Tickets! for, with big savings on new GMC & Buick line ups. & Detailing Service
www.Stettlergm.com
403-742-3407
Page 2
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent COMMUNITY
SAME GREAT PAPER! BRAND NEW LOOK!
A GREEN TIP: “Line-dry your clothes” Sunshine is great for drying clothes: – it gets rid of dust mites – there’s no static cling caused by dryers; no need for chemical dryer sheets – it saves the clothes; lint from dryers is fabric wearing off your clothes – it saves energy and money – nothing smells as fresh as sun-dried sheets! Choose sunshine as your dryer.
No one can do everything. Everyone can do something. Sponsored by the
Heartland Beautification Committee
Subscribe Today!
403-742-2395
Canada Day -Alberta country band Domino performs for Stettler’s Canada Day celebration in West Stettler Park. Robin Tarnowetzki/Independent reporter
Tru-Fence
Good Fences Make Good Neighbours! • Oilfield • Commercial • Residential • Farm Fencing • Barbed Wire • Wood • Vinyl
• Chain Link • Page Wire • Rail Fence • Corrals • Fence Installation • Removal
Verle Klassen
Ph
403-741-4483 • Fax 403-742-4560 trufence@live.ca
Stettler celebrates 147 years of Canada Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER Over 500 attendees came out to West Stettler Park to celebrate Canada’s birthday last week, with Lee Penner, director of parks and leisure services, saying that this year had the best attendance they’ve had in a long time. The town celebrations included birthday cake and music by local band Domino, who entertained the
Canada Day is one of our favourite gigs to play because we’re home, all our friends and family come out, and it’s just a great way to celebrate our country, so this is definitely one of our favourite ones. LUANNE CARL crowd with lively songs and energy onstage that belied the heat. “We love playing in Stettler,” said Domino member Luanne Carl. “Canada Day is one of our favourite gigs to play because we’re home, all our friends and family come out, and it’s just a great way to celebrate our country, so this is definitely one of our favourite ones.” Penner said the town has had best success with local bands, and that Domino really likes having that gig. The day started with
a Canada Day Fun Run, where participants could choose to run for 10 km., 5 km., 2.5 km., or 1 km. and enjoy a pancake breakfast afterwards. A portion of every fee went toward the Stettler food bank. The museum also got in on the festivities, with free admission and activities for the kids as they learned about local history. The Stettler Scouts provided hot dogs at West Stettler Park, along with information about the organization, which needs volunteers. A concession
provided treats, including cotton candy. Kids at the event seemed to heed the Stettler Board of Trade’s challenge to climb Mount Stettler, where groups of children could be seen at the summit throughout the celebration. Domino played until 11 p.m., where the day was – of course – capped off with a beautiful fireworks display. Penner said he wouldn’t do anything different for the celebration next year. “We seem to get the best success with that,” he said.
STETTLER WEEKLY FORECAST
information provided by theweathernetwork.com
Wednesday July 9
Thursday July 10
Friday July 11
Saturday July 12
Sunday July 13
Monday July 14
Tuesday July 15
Sunny
Mainly Sunny
Cloudy Periods
Sunny
Sunny
Cloudy Periods
Mainly Sunny
High 28 Low 14
High 22 Low 12
High 23 Low 9
High 28 Low 12
High 30 Low 13
High 30 Low 15
High 29 Low 14
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 3
Independent NEWS
READ US TODAY! Crazy DazeCrazy Deals!
SAVE $600
All leather La-z boy
SAVE $700 Massage Chair
Wacky Women of
WELLS FURNITURE
403-742-3223 1-888-711-3223 Supplied RCMP
The driver and passenger in this transport walked away from a rollover on Sunday, July 6 north of Erskine. Both were out of the vehicle by the time emergency services arrived.
Main Street, Stettler
www.wellsfurniture.ca
Driver, passenger walk away from feed truck rollover Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The driver of a livestock feed truck and his passenger walked away from a rollover north of Erskine with only minor injuries, RCMP report. On Sunday, July 6 at 7:30 a.m., Stettler RCMP, EMS, and the Regional Fire Department responded to a 911 call to the rollover on highway 601. When crews arrived on scene the driver, a 23-year-old man from Springbrook, Alta., was outside of the vehicle and while bloody, only had suffered minor injuries. The fire department later released information stating there was a passenger in the vehicle who also escaped without injury. The truck was heading eastbound to Donalda with a load of liquid hog feed. The driver “reported that the pup trailer dragged the truck toward the ditch and the attempt to correct the movement was unsuccessful,” Stettler RCMP detachment commander Sgt. Duncan Babchuk reported. “The semi-truck rolled into the south ditch and dumped part of the non-hazardous load out of the top of the tanker.” EMS treated the driver on the scene. No other vehicles were involved and no charges were laid due to the mechanical malfunction of the vehicle.
Impaired boating can cost driver’s licence The Stettler RCMP is reminding boaters to ride the waves sober, as an impaired charge on the lake is no different than being caught drunk behind the wheel. Impaired charges can cost a person their licence for a few days to a few months, depending on impairment. “The biggest offense we’re seeing is that people have a cooler on the boat, and it has pop and it has water and it has alcohol,” Sgt. Babchuk said.
He noted that almost everyone the police stop on area lakes, using the RCMP boat shared between the Stettler and Bashaw detachments, is in compliance with equipment, such as having a bailing bucket, whistle, and life jacket for all riders. Alcohol is a consistent problem, though. Babchuk also noted that while there are no speed limits on lakes in Alberta, there are speed limits when approaching the shoreline. Once within 30 metres of shore, the speed limit is 10 km/h, the only exception being when boaters are dropping off water skiers, or are heading straight out from shore while towing a skier.
COMMUNITY CHURCHES CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST MENNONITE Sunday School – 10 a.m. Service – 10:45 a.m. 10 miles south on 56 and 2 miles east
Minister Keith Klassen - 403-742-4048 Minister Lorne Toews - 403-742-8824
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF ERSKINE 10:30 a.m. – Worship Service with Children's programming up to grade 6. Senior Pastor: Rev. Ross Helgeton Youth Pastor: James Choi
Sail the Mighty Mississippi! Some conditions apply. Contact us for more details. BOOK TODAY! p y j g
Stettler Travel 2010 Ltd.
403.742.1515
www.stettlertravel.com Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
STETTLER ALLIANCE CHURCH Morning Worship – 10:30 a.m. 6109 - 41 Ave., Stettler Pastor Scott Whitford Associate Pastor Brad Epp
403-742-5020
403-742-1135
ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH
STETTLER COMMUNITY CHURCH
Sunday Worship – 10 a.m. Nursery care available Midweek worship – 7:30 p.m., Thursdays
Sunday Services – 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m. www.stettlercommunitychurch.org
The Rev. Dr. Carolyn Langford, Incumbent 4817 - 51 St. 403-742-2149
Book Early and Save on 2015 cruises With American Queen Steamboat Company
Attend the church of your choice.
Pastor Will Brown 5717 - 50 Ave.
403-742-2210
STETTLER UNITED CHURCH ST. PETER - 51 Street 403-742-3387 LUTHERAN CHURCH 4820www.stettlerunitedchurch.org Sunday Worship Service – 10:30 a.m. Children's Church – 10:30 a.m.
5712 - 48 Ave.
403-742-3211
ADVERTISE YOUR CHURCH SERVICES HERE! CALL TODAY! 403-742-2395
Church service – 10:30 a.m. Nursery care, children & youth programs Everyone welcome! Minister Jan Richardson
WORD OF LIFE CENTER Sundays – 10:30 a.m. Pastors: Nathan & Beatrice Mullen 4832 - 50 Street (Main Street, Stettler)
403-742-0040
Page 4
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent COMMUNITY
Stettler Scouts looking for volunteers Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER The Stettler Scouts are struggling to continue to offer the program in Stettler due to the lack of desperately-needed volunteers. The organization offered hot dogs and information at this year’s Canada Day celebration in Stettler to raise awareness of their need. The ideal number of leaders is three per group (Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Scouts), and right now the organization has one leader for Stettler’s Beaver Scouts. Stettler Scouts would have had older age groups, but the lack of leadership wouldn’t allow it. “We had some kids that were interested, but we didn’t have the leaders to do it,” said Cathy Dadensky, who is involved with the Stettler Scouts. In addition to the ideal nine leaders, the organization needs four to six group committee members, who would deal with administrative tasks related to Scouts. The lack of leadership has been a problem for the last few years, but it wasn’t until four leaders stepped down at the beginning of the 2013 The Stettler Scouts offered free hot dogs and information to anyone interested in being a volunteer with the organization at Stettler’s Canada Day celebrations. year that the situation beRobin Tarnowetzki/Independent reporter came more urgent. “Kids in Scouts have fun “What do they want to do?” said area commissioner free online. Leaders don’t have to have a child in Scouts adventures,” Dadensky said. “It’s something that the kids Chuck Orlick. “That’s pretty much the limit of it. There or be alumni of Scouts – anyone who wants to work with who are not into sports or music can do. It gets them out- are very few things that we can’t do…anything’s fair game, children can undergo the training. doors, active.” pretty much.” “It’s lots of fun for adults and kids,” Dadensky said. Kids in Scouts have no real limit on what they can learn, Prospective leaders have to go through training, back“Adults always have a big smile at the end of the year,” and activities include camping, model building, snow shoe- ground checks, and interviews to make sure they’re safe Orlick added. ing, and rock climbing. to be with the kids. Almost all the training can be done for
Help the Elks celebrate 90 years in Stettler Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER
Stettler’s Elks are celebrating 90 years of helping out the community this year with a celebration in the park on Wednesday, July 16. The Elks were founded in September of 1912, and the Stettler lodge came into being 12 years later, and today has 50 members. “As the Stettler Community has grown, we have been there as inestimable benefit to the Stettler community,” said Rick
SUBSCRIPTION RATES
Stettler & Area Canada U.S.A.
Doell, a member of the Stettler lodge. In Stettler, the Elks have supported projects and organizations such as the skate park, the handibus, music festival, and Stettler Scouts. “We are always looking for projects to help out with,” Doell said. Provincially, the Elks became a founding donor of the Institute of Stuttering Treatment and Research and have since donated over $1.8 million to the institute’s
5040 $ 6683 $ 15000 $ 19000 $ 09 1 $
(100 km radius) .............
GST Included
..........................................................
GST Included
......................................... NO GST
Overseas ................................... NO GST
Single Copy Newsstand Price...................
ea.
research. Nationally, the Elks are working with the Canadian Association of SpeechLanguage Pathologists & Audiologists (CASLPA) to advocate for the implementation and/or enhancement of Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Programs across Canada. The celebration in the park will feature a free barbecue and entertainment by Lisa Leschert.
INDEPENDENT THE
STETTLER
Box 310, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 403-742-2395 FAX 403-742-8050 admin@stettlerindependent.com
SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL FORM
New
Renewal
Visa
Cheque
Name: Address: Telephone: VISA #:
Expiry Date:
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 5
Independent COMMUNITY
Citizens flock to hall to give Blood levels at critical lows Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER There was a hum of low discussion at the Stettler Community Centre as people gathered on Monday, July 7, to donate blood when Canada Blood Services held its clinic. The clinic sees busy service when it comes into Stettler on one of the first Mondays of each month, especially from the nearby Hutterite communities. Glenn Anderson drew closer to the blood-donation milestone of 25 donations by donating his 23rd unit of blood. He said he began donating blood after growing up watching his dad do the same. “Hopefully when my son turns 17 he’ll come and donate, too,” he said. Anderson said that he was proud of his father’s record of donation, which was more than 200 when the elder Anderson stopped donating. Across the room, Moe Miles hoped to avoid anyone noticing the donation milestone he had made, but the bright white blood-drop donation with a red 50 on it gave him away. He doesn’t remember when he started to donate. “It’s too bad I didn’t start sooner,” he said. “I think it’s badly needed, and I may need a transfer some day.” Blood supplies are currently at a five-
year low for this time of year, Canada Blood Services said in a press release asking for people to come in and donate the life-sustaining liquid. All blood types are needed, Canada Blood Services noted, especially types O and A. “Right now, we’re seeing lower inventory and probably the lowest inventory that we’ve seen at this time of year compared to the last five years,” said Kristina Guénette, director of communications for Canada Blood Services in Ottawa. Blood donation requires about an hour from start to finish. Once registered, donors will have a small finger-prick test to ensure their blood levels are high enough to safely donate. Once that’s complete, a brief questionnaire and talk with a nurse is mandatory before donating blood. Blood donation itself takes only a few minutes, but after donation people are asked to remain until on-site nurses are sure there will be no negative side effects, such as dizzy spells or fainting. People can donate blood roughly every eight weeks. The next clinic in Stettler is scheduled for August 11. Though walk-in donors are welcome, Canada Blood Services recommends people phone 1-888-2-DONATE to make an appointment.
Stacey Lavallie/ Independent reporter
Even after 50 donations, Stettler’s Moe Miles isn’t going to stop donating blood. He said he believes blood donations are badly needed, and by donating now, he’s helping others as he might someday need help himself.
ADVERTISING DEADLINE FRIDAY AT 5 P.M.
S INDEPENDENT
l na gio e R
TETTLER
weekender THE
Phone 403-742-2395 • Fax: 403-742-8050
Stettler goes Hollywood for Jersey Boys premiere Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER Hollywood is coming to Stettler on Friday, July 11 for the premiere of Jersey Boys. The movie, directed by Clint Eastwood, stars former Stettler resident Michael Lomenda. “It is a unique opportunity for our community to have one of our own starring in a movie directed by Clint Eastwood,” said organizer Don Lynn. “Every interview Michael does, he talks about this town as his home, and the people who have been the biggest influences in his life are local people.” The evening starts with a wine and cheese reception and red carpet at the Legion Hall, and the section of street between the hall and the Jewel Theatre will be roped off where attendees can enjoy vintage cars, Four Seasons music, and feeling glamorous. The movie begins at 7 p.m., and the first 200 women through the theatre door get a swag bag with Jersey Boys merchandise. Lynn and Doug Smith came up with the idea of having a Stettler premiere, but the idea was forgotten until a call from Warner Bros two weeks
ago. Lomenda was excited about the prospect of having a Stettler premiere, and it was because of him that Warner Bros got involved. “I’m A) really excited to bring back a movie that I’ve been working on and it’s something that I’m proud of, but B) just to reconnect with everybody who’s helped me get to where I am, that’s a super exciting thing,” Lomenda said. The event’s benefactors are the Stettler and District Music Festival Association and the performing arts programs at William E. Hay. “I also think this is a great opportunity for so many volunteers and business people in this community who continually donate time and/or money to all sorts of music, sports and social programs in Stettler,” Lynn said. “This is an chance to celebrate and
BAIRD DENTURE CLINIC LTD. 5021 - 50 Street
Complete, Immediate and Partial Dentures, Relines and Repairs For a complimentary evaluation call: Dennis Baird, D.D.
33 yearsBaird, experience Dennis D.D.
403-742-2351 By appointment only
• Complete Plumbing and Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning and Pumps • 24 Hour Service
4706 - 44 Ave., Stettler
403-742-5237
Phone
TA TALL PINE DRILLING LTD R E B L Over 40 Years of Drilling Experience A . WATER WELL DRILLING, PUMP & WATER TESTING, WELL SHOCKING, PRE-DRILL FOR PILES BACKHOE SERVICE 24 Hour Service ...for domestic, industrial & oilfield
recognize those contributions.” A limited number of tickets are available at Wells Furniture.
Alberta Government Grants available
BENTLEY 403-748-2955 RED DEER 403-343-6266
Fax: 403-748-3015 PO Box 700, Bentley, AB T0C 0J0 www.tallpinedrilling.com
Page 6
Established in 1906 The leading weekly newspaper of Central Alberta. Dedicated to the advancement of the wellbeing and the preservation of the heritage of the community, which includes Stettler and the County of Stettler.
Box 310, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Phone: 403-742-2395 Fax: 403-742-8050
News and Sports: editor@stettlerindependent.com
Advertising Sales: sales1@stettlerindependent.com
Published by the Stettler Independent Management (a division of Black Press Group Ltd.)
each Wednesday at our office: 4810 — 50 St., Stettler, Alberta.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
STAFF DIRECTORY Mustafa Eric Regional Editor
editor@stettlerindependent.com
Stacey Lavallie Reporter
reporter1@stettlerindependent.com
Robin Tarnowetzki Reporter
reporter@stettlerindependent.com
Kaysi Strome Sales Representative
sales1@stettlerindependent.com
Teela Lynn Sales Representative
sales2@stettlerindependent.com
Debbie Doell Classified Sales
ddoell@stettlerindependent.com
Karen Fischer Commercial/ Production
commercialsales@stettlerindependent.com Copyright Notice: All printed material, including photographs and stories, is the sole property of The Stettler Independent. No reproduction of this material is permitted without the permission of the publisher-editor.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent OPINION
A new page in the book Mustafa Eric If you are reading these lines, you have already noticed the change in your newspaper: Beginning with this edition, we will be coming out in a tabloid size and we are hoping that the new format will be more practical and easy to carry to allow you to read your newspaper in a multitude of environments in a more comfortable manner. We are aware that newspaper readers have stuck with their habit of receiving their information from the paper product rather than online, because it is, as stated, a habit. And the habit includes the familiarity of what one is holding in his hands, the familiarity of what to find on which page, where to go to look for a certain community column and where to find some information on a local hockey or soccer game. This new format will undoubtedly bring some changes in those patterns readers have got accustomed to, but we are hoping that the adjustment will be swift and the changes introduced will be more than worthy of the effort. The production team has put many hours of work into building the new shape of your paper and we are hoping that you will find pleasant and enjoyable the new visual enrichments in terms of colors and new fonts used in bringing you our content. Speaking of the content, the new format is only part of our efforts to upgrade the standards of The Independent in every possible way we can. It is interesting to note that despite national and big city newspapers losing ground to online information sources, community newspapers continue to remain at the focus of residents of smaller communities throughout Canada, and in a larger context, in North America. Media analysts say this is because of the unique nature
of the information provided by the community newspapers: It is only these small editorial teams of one or two reporters or editors that bring the news of the community to the community, continuing a tradition that has its roots way back in late 1800s when homesteaders started to build communities in the vast, pristine lands of North America. Community newspapers were born as result of the need of these early settlers and homesteaders for local information from the neighbouring farms and surrounding communities, both to establish bonds of neighbourly cooperation and to lend a hand of support if and when it is needed. In continuing to uphold the main tenets of this valuable tradition, the staff of The Independent will remain faithful to the
professional and ethical standards of journalism. We will continue to focus our reporting on what has been happening in the community and reflect the events in complete objectivity and with utmost attention to accuracy and timeliness. In performing our tasks, we will remain guided by the ethical standards accepted by the professional organizations in the province and in the country. To be able to serve the community with better and more enriched content, we, as always, will be open and willing to receiving your feedback and engagement in any way you see fit. We hope you will enjoy your paper in this new format at least as much as you did previously.
Diet trends affect market Those in the food processing and retailing business are on the front lines of consumer food whims. They are usually the first ones to feel the economic effects of consumer buying preferences and they try to respond by adjusting their marketing plans. One of those food whims involves fad diets, and their impact on agricultural commodities can be bigger than many might presume. It has to do with the power of media on a gullible public that wants instant gratification for the least effort. The diet promotion industry is probably the number one exploiter of that human predilection. In fact it probably generates billions of dollars through clever marketing schemes that prey on the foibles of human nature. The most recent fad diet scheme involves gluten-free food products. Hucksters on TV talk shows have painted gluten as being the new poison in the human diet. Instant health is claimed for those that buy anti-gluten books, CDs and food products. There may be a case for those that are indeed allergic in some way to gluten. But over two thousand years of gluten consumption and an ever expanding world population would indicate that the dangers of gluten may be exaggerated. But never underestimate the gullibility of consumers and their impact on food marketing. Recently grain milling organizations have reported that the amount of wheat being milled is either lower or static. They blame reduced demand from the baking industry, and they in turn blame reduced retailer and consumer demand. It comes down to the perception that bread and other bakery products are the source of all the bad gluten, and consumers are changing their food buying practices and eating habits. The conten-
Ahead of the heard WILL VERBOVEN tion is that consumer buying is being pushed by misleading anti-gluten promoters. Clearly there is some truth to that reality if bread and bakery sales are in the decline. The milling industry is concerned, but clings to the hope that this is just another fad diet that will run its course in a couple of years. In the meantime processors and marketers have been rushing new gluten-free products to market. Some marketing deception was bound to occur with marketers promoting products as being gluten-free even though they never had gluten in them in the first place – it seems all is fair in the advertising war. It reminds one of the bogus organic marketing advertising where products like tea, coffee and maple syrup are marketed as being organic. The naïve consumer of course would be unaware that the vast majority of those products were always grown without chemicals and fertilizers because it’s too costly to use them on a commercial scale. Another diet that affected commodity pricing was the Atkins diet, it promoted weight loss through the consumption of high levels of red
meat particularly beef. That diet for a number of years actually had an impact on increased demand and higher prices for beef. It took a few years but the impact of the Atkins diet on the beef has faded, no doubt to the disappointment of the entire cattle and beef industry. Be that as it may, even though fad diets have the ability to impact certain commodities, they are themselves affected by that old disciplinarian of the marketplace that being the threshold of price pain. Consumers it seems are willing to buy into diet fads and food trends until they feel the pain of high prices – at that point they vote with their wallet. The organic industry found that out in 2008/09 when the global economic downturn saw many consumers become much more concerned with their food expenditures and returned to buying less expensive regular food. Apparently the supposed health benefits of organic food wasn’t enough to stop many of those consumers from abandoning the cause. It shows that these types of niche foods can be on shaky economic and marketing ground with consumers. Although millers may be grinding less wheat because of the impact of a fad diet that hasn’t impacted the overall wheat market. That’s because consumers in most parts of the world aren’t concerned with gluten content, they are much more concerned with where their next meal comes from and at what cost. The same goes for organic food; one is less inclined to be concerned about how food is raised when impending starvation is a fact of life. Only in overfed North America and Europe can we indulge in these fad diets and food trend absurdities.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 7
Independent COMMUNITY
Stettler teacher moves on to Donalda School I think right now probably my biggest goal is to teach to the best of my ability…just listen to what the needs are of the community. MARK SIEMENS
Mark Siemens, formerly of William E. Hay, is the new principal at Donalda School. Contributed photo Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER Mark Siemens, a familiar face at William E. Hay for the past seven years, is moving on as principal at Donalda School this coming school year. “It’s actually a community I know pretty well; my wife is from Donalda and she went to Donalda School as a kid growing
up,” Siemens said. “So it’s a community we’re interested in being a part of…I’m interested in working in a small rural school. I think it has some interesting perks when you know the students really well and you can work with them over an extended period of time.” The Siemens family is also contemplating moving to Donalda.
Turn-Key Car Wash For Sale at Busy Highway Intersection in Killam Modern Truck and Car Wash with 3 big repair service bays. This is a great business opportunity in area. n an a oil patch p Contact Norman Hill, Broker.
$1,830,000 MLS# E1021877.
Ph. 780-449-5622 Cell 780-903-6199 www.hillrealty.ca.
While at William E. Hay, Siemens mostly taught science and math with a bit of phys. ed, and while being a principal requires a different skill set, he’s ready for the challenge. A new experience “There will definitely be a steep learning curve, but from what I’ve seen from emails I’ve gotten, the principals around the school division sound like they’re more than willing to help me out, and I’m sure the people at central office are feeling the same way, so I think there’s a lot of support around to help me through this transition,” he said. His new duties include dealing with fi-
nancials, working with parents, and trying to help the school realize its goals for the future. Right now he doesn’t have any changes in mind for Donalda School, and he just wants to steer the school in a good direction for the future. “I think right now probably my biggest goal is to teach to the best of my ability… just listen to what the needs are of the community and try to figure out what those are, and then adjust according to that,” he said. “I would say the biggest thing is I’m going to be just listening to find out what the interests and needs are of the community and go from there.” Though he’s going into a different position, Siemens likes Clearview and is happy to remain there. “I’ve always been impressed with how progressive the schools are,” he said. “William E. Hay was always trying to improve and there’s great support for the teachers from the principal and the rest of the administration at the high school, as well as the school division.” Siemens plans to take some time off for holidays, and hopes to be actively working in the school at the beginning of August. “There will definitely be a steep learning curve.” Mark Siemens, Donalda School Principal
TreatThyself! ...to a fun-filled night in Red Deer! Book a Regular Room at $140 in the Black Knight Inn in Red Deer and receive $25 BK Dollars to spend in the hotel. Imagine the fun you could have with $25, or $50 if you stay two nights... enjoy a memorable meal at Remington's Grill... or your favorite cocktail in JB's Lounge.
Imagine... what you could spend your $25 BK Dollars* on:
Breakfast in bed... Hello room service.
ith dinner... dinner or Wine with
Stay the Knight Black Knight Inn | 2929 - 50 Avenue | Red Deer, Alberta
For reservations, please call 1.800.661.8793 or book online: www.blackknightinn.ca
Or cocktails in JB's lounge. *$25 per room per night. Subject to availability
*Ask us about our Room and Round Golf Packages starting at only...
$119
*per person based on double occupancy
Page 8
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent COLUMNS
The good, the bad and the wet A conundrum. A quagmire. An imbroglio. Quite simply put, we’re in a bit of a predicament between some very wet conditions creating production concerns in Western Canada and northern U.S. states but also because we just got neutral-to-bearish reports from Statistics Canada on Friday, June 27 and the U.S.D.A. on Monday, June 30, 2014. It’s wet in a lot of areas across Western Canada thanks to the persistent rains the last few weeks. As we look to celebrate Canada Day amidst the rainfall, it’s pretty to look up into the sky at fireworks than it is to look into some of the fields out there, especially in southeastern Saskatchewan and southwestern Manitoba. In the latter alone, 25 rural municipalities have declared states of local emergency, including the city of Brandon where sewers are backing up. The same thing is happened around major oat-producing areas of Melville and Yorkton. Not only is it wet, but it’s been windy too, potentially hurting those crops that have survived the rains. However, the U.S.D.A.’s world agricultural supply and demand estimates released on the last day of June (and the trading month and trading quarter) created quite a stir as U.S. soybean acres were pegged at 84.8 million. This is up 11 per cent from 2013’s area well above the average trade guess of 82.15M acres. Further, this is a new record, surpassing the previous mark by more than 7.4 million acres! As for corn, pretrade estimates were for 91.725 million acres but the U.S.D.A. said that the figure is actually closer to 91.6 million acres. Accordingly, this is the lowest acreage number for U.S. corn since 2010 but still the fifth-largest amount of land since 1944. While total wheat acres were up slightly from a year ago, the market focused on the big acreage numbers for corn and soybeans and accordingly, the expected large production, leading to a fall in market prices across the board. On Friday, June 27, Statistics Canada came out with their acreage estimates for what Canadian farmers put in this spring and there weren’t too many surprises. As expected, pulse and soybean acres have increased considerably from last year and lower cash prices are
Ag Market Update BRENNAN TURNER leading to a more diversified and calculated approach to get a return on investment. Specifically, soybean acres are up a total of 23.5per cent to 5.58 million acres, lentils acreage is up by 35.4 per cent to 3.24 million, and peas saw an aggregate increase of 21 per cent to 3.975 million acres planted. Total wheat plantings were lower by 7.4 per cent to 24.1 million while canola land planted barely increased over last year to 20.23 million acres. Overall, harvested numbers will likely drop with the last few weeks of wet weather and other general issues. While I still expect some weather premium to get priced in over the next few weeks, there will definitely be some levels to take advantage of – hoping for the worst crop conditions isn’t the best risk management strategy for your grain sales. To growth, Brennan Turner President, FarmLead.com Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time working in finance before starting FarmLead.com, a risk-free, transparent online and now mobile grain marketplace (app available for iOS and Android). His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email (b.turner@ farmlead.com) or phone (1-855-332-7653).
New capacity created for faster transport of ag products Jeff Watson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, along with West Coast Reduction Ltd. President and CEO Barry Glotman, have marked completion of work to expand the rail unloading capacity of the West Coast Reduction facility at Port Metro Vancouver. The project will improve transportation of agricultural products, particularly canola oil, being exported from Western Canada to Asia-Pacific markets. The rail upgrades will increase the number of railcars that can be unloaded simultaneously, from 16 to 24. This will allow West Coast Reduction Ltd. to increase its canola handling capacity by an estimated 50 per cent, which represents an estimated additional $270 million in canola oil exported to Asia-Pacific markets. The project also involves upgrading the piping infrastructure to handle additional capacity. Quick Facts Phases 1 and 2 of the Rail Unloading Improvement Project involve upgrades to the rail lines and to the piping system between the rail lines and pump house. These are now complete. Phase 3, which involves upgrades to the piping system between the pump house and the marine vessel berths, will begin shortly. Construction is scheduled to be fully completed by March 2015. The total cost of the Rail Unloading Improvement project is approximately $11 million, with the Government of Canada contributing up to $2.8 million under the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Transportation Infrastructure Fund (APGCTIF), which is part of the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative (APGCI) and focuses on infrastructure projects. The balance of the project funding will be provided by West Coast Reduction Ltd. The APGCI aims to make Canada’s Asia-Pacific Gateway the best transportation network facilitating global supply chains between North America and Asia. To date, our Government has invested approximately $1.4 billion in APGCI infrastructure projects, in partnership with all four western provinces, municipalities and the private sector, for a total project value of approximately $3.5 billion. The Rail Unloading Improvement project will result in improved intermodal efficiency, economic development and enhanced trade.
Was it worth the trouble you’re in? In the Lord’s Prayer we say, “...lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.” It is one thing to say it...quite another to obey it. We must begin by distinguishing between temptation and sin. Temptation is an invitation to decision that leads to action. It can be difficult to tell when the line is crossed, but temptation is not sin - yielding to it is. Hebrews 4:15 says that Jesus was “...tempted in every way just as we are, yet without sin.” Sin always has serious repercussions. Drew Anderson, in the Reader’s Digest wrote, “While my wife and I were shopping at a mall kiosk, a shapely young woman in a short, form-fitting dress strolled by. My eyes followed her. Without looking up from the item she was examining, my wife asked, “Was it worth the trouble you’re in?” On a more serious note we should recognize that temptation often functions through what may be natural, legitimate, God-given desires that become unbalanced and/or abused. Hunger for example can lead to gluttony and obesity; sexual desire can lead to adultery and a whole array of other indiscretions. And temptation that is habitually yielded to will introduce
Faith & Reflection ROSS HELGETON 403-742-5020 • REV@XPLORNET.COM
patterns that are insidious, powerful and destructive. Take pornography for example. Yielding repetitively to the temptation of viewing pornographic materials become first a fascination and then an obsession. The obsession requires feeding, (typically overfeeding) which results in an addiction. Sometimes this drive or lust will be fulfilled with a twist resulting in perversion. This is particularly horrendous for Christians because it results in their becoming slaves to sin rather than servants of the Savior. What to do? First, remember that we have weaknesses; mine may be somewhat different than yours, but we all have them. Figuratively speaking, don’t spend a lot of
time looking at the forbidden fruit. There are many other trees in the garden that are pleasant to look at and good to eat. To run away rather than to stand and resist is sometimes the greatest act of courage. Genesis chapter 39 provides the account of how Joseph was tempted by Potiphar’s wife. Rather than staying and resisting he removed himself from the situation and the temptation. Be reminded that yielding will bring negative consequences. “Sensible people foresee trouble and hide from it, but gullible people go ahead and suffer the consequence” (Proverbs 22:3). Embrace the promises of God. “God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand...He will show you a way out...” (1 Corinthians 10:13). Finally, be glad that overcoming temptation brings spiritual maturation and strengthens character. “Fire tries Iron, and temptation tries a just man.” Thomas a Kempis Pastor Ross Helgeton Senior Pastor – Erskine Evangelical Free Church Phone: 403 – 742 – 5020 Email: revrh@telus.net
we should recognize that temptation often functions through what may be natural, legitimate, God-given desires that become unbalanced and/or abused. Hunger for example can lead to gluttony and obesity; sexual desire can lead to adultery and a whole array of other indiscretions.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent ADVERTISING
Page 9
Trades Job Fair -PDBM +PCT GPS -PDBM 1FPQMF Sat, July 12, 2014 10am-2pm Blackfalds Module Yard 5421 Blackfalds Indust Way WorleyParsonsCord Teamco is seeking all levels of: t $SBOF 0QFSBUPST t *SPOXPSLFST t -BCPVSFST
t 1JQFmUUFST t 8FMEFST t 8FMEFST )FMQFST
And more for our Blackfalds Module Yard and our Rimbey site projects.
Bring your resume & come meet our team! For more info visit : XXX XPSMFZQBSTPOTDPSE DPN
1PTJUJPOT XJUI 8PSMFZ1BSTPOT$PSE 5FBNDP 8PSMFZ1BSTPOT$PSE 5FBNDP JT B TVCTJEJBSZ UP WorleyParsonsCord and provides craft labour.
NEW LOOK ADVERTISE SAME DEPENDABILITY
TODAY!
CALL 403.742.2395 NOW!
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 10
Independent NEWS
Permit Figures numbers show town, county continue to grow show a mix of trends in both town and county growth Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER Investment in both the town and county of Stettler continue to rise compared to the year earlier, though numbers aren’t as high
as they were in 2008, prior to the recession. In the county, the value of residential permits from January to June of 2014 is estimated to be $6,340,000, slightly less than
Looking for ways to entertain the kids? Let them come get WEIRD and have some one-of-a-kind FUN at VBS!! And, it’s free! WHERE: Stettler Alliance Church – 6109-41st Ave WHEN: July 14-18, 9am to 12 All kids going into Grades 1-6 welcome *Please pre-register by calling 403-742-1135
the same period last year, though commercial permits have almost doubled in value, coming in at $1,076,000. The county tracks development permits, according to Johan van der Bank, since it doesn’t issue the building permits themselves. These permits are good for a year, and basically say the property is ready to be used in the fashion determined by the permit. Communication towers part of growth Agricultural, oil and gas buildings, so long as they are set back 150 feet from the road, do not require permits so the numbers involving those types of construction aren’t tracked, van der Bank noted. A “spate” of permits were issued for communication towers this year, van der Bank said. Big jump in commercial permits The town is about on par for last year as well, doing better in some fields than in others. Leann Graham, who handles the permits for the town, tracks building permits rather
than development permits. Last year, there were no industrial permits issued until July, she noted. This year, $355,000 worth of permits were handed out in that category. Commercial permits have more than doubled in the first half of 2014, bringing in projects estimated at $3,295,111 over last year’s $1,912,600. However, permits are down slightly in residential at $1,159,824 or roughly $600,000 less than this time last year. Institutional permits are valued at roughly $486,200, an increase over last year’s $198,480. Graham noted that permit activity for the town is up from last year, “primary due to the January permit for a multi-tenant building at the end of Main Street valued at just over $1.2 million,” she wrote in an email. She added that the numbers are lower than 2012, though, due to the Points West Living permit that year, which was valued at $8.6 million.
Stock Photo
RETAIL MANAGER STETTLER, ALBERTA MERCHANDISE MANAGER - A major retailer in Stettler Alberta is looking for a Merchandise Manager. If you are an energetic, career minded retailer, with a strong work ethic and Supervisory or Management experience you may suited for this exciting opportunity. This is a great store for you to hone your skills as a Manager and retailer working directly for the hands-on Owner in a positive work environment. This is a fast paced store in a growing market. The successful applicant must desire to further his/her skills and experience in order to obtain a more elevated managerial position. A strong preference will be given to an individual who is willing to relocate in future in order to grow his/her career.
KEY COMPETENCIES: • Organized • Strategic thinker • Strong analytical skills • Sense of urgency • Motivational abilities • Superior people skills • Reliable • Honest • Career driven • Willingness to relocate
EXPERIENCE: • 3 plus years in a Retail environment in a supervisory or Management capacity • Other business related experience an asset • References required • Attractive salary and bonus structure provided with benefits
EDUCATION: • College or University degree or diploma an asset Apply directly to The Stettler Independent 4810- 50 St. (Box 310) Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent NEWS
We’re Losing Control One of the richest corporations in the United States has made a bid to buy the electricity grid that serves 85% of Albertans
14071AA0
The pending sale of AltaLink to Berkshire Hathaway has serious consequences for the province we call home • Loss of control of our critical infrastructure • Regulation oversight stops at the border • Potential for more power exports If you think the Province and the Federal Government should conduct a policy review to determine who should own the infrastructure at the heart of Alberta’s prosperity, make your voice heard.
Contact your MLA, the Federal Minister of Industry at: minister.industry@ic.gc.ca or the Alberta Utilities Commission at: consumer-relations@auc.ab.ca
Page 11
Page 12
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent AGRICULTURE
County warns bertha army worm infestations on the rise
When agriculture staff from the County collected bertha army worm traps out in Erskine earlier this week, they made an alarming discovery of more than 250 moths per trap, a 400 per cent increase since the last collection. “These total counts (bring) the County of Stettler to the alert stage for bertha army worm,” Jay Byer, assistant director of agricultural services said in a press release. “These moths are busy laying eggs now.” The numbers mean that an outbreak of the worms, which will hatch from the eggs being laid now, could be exceptionally damaging. If the eggs hatch and an outbreak occurs when canola is podding, the county said the crop would sustain significant damage.
UFA Farm & Ranch Supply stores
While quantities last. Selection may vary by store. Valid from July 5 to 20, 2014.
JULY DEALS GREAT PREMIUM MULTI-PURPOSE PRICE BARN PAINT 18.9L 416794
OVER%
ACANA PET FOOD FREQUENT BUYER PROGRAM
20
OFF
$89.99
PREMIUM MULTI-PURPOSE BARN STAIN 18.9L White 1093307 /
MAIN STAGE – ENMAX CENTRIUM
Red 1093308 $109.99
BUY 12 BAGS
GET THE 13TH BAG
FREE
14071WW0 14065WW0
*
* Value will14071AU1 be equal to or less than the least expensive pet food purchases.
ROUNDUP® LAWN & GARDEN 1L 40805 $49.99
36.99
SALE $
15 20 20
$
SAVE
ON YOUR PURCHASE OF ANY FOOTWEAR* *Minimum purchase of regular price must be $99.99 or more. Salesperson please use coupon code CL143.
% OFF REGULAR PRICE
SELECT SEASONAL WORKWEAR, FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES *While quantities last. Assortment varies by store.
Great deals straight to your inbox. Sign up for our monthly e-flyer on UFA.com ©2014 UFA Co-operative Ltd. All rights reserved. 07/14-36707-5 AWNA
% OFF REGULAR PRICE
SELECT BRUSHES, ROLLERS & TRAYS
Page 13
Independent AGRICULTURE
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Get a handle on fusarium head blight As fusarium head blight continues to spread, growers are becoming more concerned about its increasing severity. Already well established in Manitoba and Eastern Saskatchewan, the disease is now spreading across Southern Alberta. According to 2020 Seed Labs Inc., counties in Southern Alberta have shown a high risk for developing FHB this year. As growers in Saskatchewan are aware, FHB is a devastating disease. In 2012, FHB cut grain yields by as much as 50 percent in parts of Saskatchewan. Growers can get a handle on FHB by following these tips: Weather Forecasts: Rainfall and moisture combined with warmer environment are breeding grounds for FHB. The disease is most likely to thrive when temperatures range from 25 °C to 30 °C and moisture is continuous for 48 hours or more. Seed System: Plant certified high-yield hybrid seed varieties. Selecting a system with a good herbicide package like Clearfield wheat not only helps result in high yields and profits, but can also lead to lower crop losses. Certified Seed: Bin-run seed may not be a bargain because it can lead to low quality grain. Certified seed is true to type, meaning the crop will be predictable in terms of yield, lodging, disease resistance, and maturity. Certified seed assures specified germination, contains uniform seed sizes, and provides consistency in planting, crop performance, seedling vigour, and minimal contamination from other crops or varieties. Planting Date: For FHB to thrive, the disease requires moisture during the flowering or head emergence stage. Staggering the planting period or planting varieties with different maturity stages can help reduce the risk of FHB.
opening florets. The window starts when 75 percent of the heads on the main stem are fully emerged and ends when more than 50 percent of the heads are in flower. Debbie Michielsen from Castor, Alberta, Meadowland tried a 2-pass system to protect her crop. “This year we sprayed Twinline on everything at flag leaf. Then we went in again at heading and sprayed Caramba. We saw a significant yield boost and grade improvement. Twinline alone was 14% over the untreated check and with Caramba it was 22% over the untreated check. We’re really excited about the two-pass system of Twinline followed by Caramba. We’re going to recommend it to all of our growers next year.”
STOCK PHOTO
Crop Rotation: Practice a rotation away from cereal crops for at least one year. Avoid seeding cereals into wheat or barley stubble and avoid planting next to fields that had known levels of FHB in the previous year. Fungicide Application: It is too late to apply fungicides once symptoms are observed. If disease pressure is high, try a two-pass system to increase yield potential at flag leaf and to protect again at heading from FHB and other late leaf diseases. For FHB, fungicides, like Caramba, must be applied at early flowering to protect the
Buy any item at regular price & receive the second of equal or lesser value at 50% off
EVENT! EVENT! July 4-12
Select Running Shoes up to
PRIZE DRAWS
Golf Shoes up to
60% OFF 50% OFF Men’s & Ladies’ Shoes & Accessories Main Street, Stettler
403-742-8668
Don’t miss out...
Tickets are limited
2014 PGA TOUR CANADA July 31- August 3 at Sirocco in Calgary All Inclusive
Free Reserved
VIP LOUNGE TICKETS
GALLERY TICKETS
Including Bus Transportation, Golf Shirt and special access $100/per person
Including Commemorative Golf Shirt
win! o t r e t En WITH PLAYPRO A t ticke $
10/per
Phone today for
RESERVATION
Sponsored by:
Celebrating 25 YEARS
Call 403-742-2001
N bus reeidd a e? RI
WATDCE AND H $ 25/ FOR pers
on
Local partner Stettler Golf and Country Club
Page 14
Independent DISTRICT
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson is pounding a spike into the rail on Canada Day as part of efforts to campaign for the rail line to Donalda to be restored in order to boost tourism in the area. A total of $650 in donations and $25 in sales of caps and key chains was raised on Canada Day. Contributed photo
Driver rolls SUV into pond, suffers life-threatening injuries Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER A 47-year-old man is still believed to be fighting for his life in the Royal Alexander Hospital in Edmonton after he rolled his SUV into a pond near Highway 56 on Canada Day. A bystander phoned 911. According to the police, the driver struck an approach on the east side of Highway 56 and rolled his SUV down an incline, through a fence and into a pond. “He should be glad he hit the water,” Sgt. Duncan Babchuk of Stettler RCMP said. The sergeant noted that speed was likely a factor, given the fact the vehicle travelled 150 yards and through a fence. The water absorbed some of the vehicle’s momentum, bringing it to a stop. The driver was not submerged as the vehicle landed on its tires in the pond, Babchuk said.
Firefighters had to use the Jaws of Life and cut off the vehicle’s door and peel back its roof to extricate the driver, who was then airlifted by STARS to the Royal Alexander Hospital in Edmonton with life-threatening injuries. According to police, there were also two pet dogs travelling inside the vehicle with the driver. One was dead on scene while the other survived. The cause of the collision, which happened on a straight stretch of highway, is unknown, as is the condition of the driver. Stettler RCMP cells host to Bashaw festival-goers Three Bashaw-area residents missed out on much of the Tail Creek Mud and Music Festival held last weekend, June 27-29, after being admitted to the Stettler hospital for drug overdoses. Once stabilized, the patients were placed in the RCMP detachments cells until they sobered up.
Fire crews and EMS as well as the Stettler RCM detachment attended the scene of the single vehicle crash on Highway 56 in the morning hours of Canada Day. The driver of the vehicle was airlifted to an Edmonton hospital by STARS with serious injuries. Contributed photo
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
????? Marketing Advice From:
Independent ADVERTISING
Ask the Pro’s Animal Advice From:
Kaysi Strome Stettler Independent
Returning your investment
Q:
As a business owner how can you create advertising content with “returns on investment” in mind?
A: Recently we completed a survey of our readers and have got excellent results geared toward every type of business. This survey has given us details on how much money the average household is prepared to spend at your business in the next 12 months. As well as how much in sales you need to recover your investment on your advertising campaign. We also can gear your campaign towards the top 5 products/ services our readers are looking for and we can work with any budget. Come in today and ask us for the results for your business.
Page 15
?????
Samantha Janzen D.V.M Stettler Vet Clinic
Mortgage advice from
Q: What are some common household hazards for pets? A: Grapes/Raisins: Some dogs, cats and ferrets can have a toxic reaction to grapes and raisins. As few as 4-5 grapes have
Q: I heard that recently CMHC changed mortgage rules and you can no longer buy a home with 5% downpayment? A: This is incorrect. The recent changes that the Canadian mortgage insurers (CMHC/Genworth/Canada Guaranty) made, were simply to increase the premium rates that they charge a borrower to insure a mortgage in which they have less than a 20% downpayment. You can still purchase a home which will be owner occupied with as little as 5% down. And for example, the premium increase only makes a difference of about $5/m in the mortgage payment on a $200,000 mortgage.
Tana Nixon, AMP The Mortgage Centre
caused the death of an 18 lb dog so we recommend never feeding grapes or raisins to your pets. The toxic reaction causes kidney failure with some clinical signs being lethargy, abdominal pain and drinking and urinating a lot within 3 days of ingestion. Lilies: Cats are especially sensitive to ingesting any part of the lily plant. It will cause acute irreversible kidney failure with some clinical signs being lethargy, abdominal pain and drinking and urinating a lot. Compost: Compost is toxic to pets when they eat it, causing clinical signs within 30 min to hours of eating. Clinical signs include hyperactivity, drooling and seizures. Tylenol: Cats are especially sensitive to Tylenol as they cannot metabolize it like people and the safety margin is also smaller in dogs compared to people. Toxicity can be severe anemia, vomiting, black stool (GI bleeding) and swelling of the face or paws. Chocolate and Coffee: Toxicity varies on how much and what type of chocolate or coffee the animal has eaten; as little as 1 oz of baking chocolate can cause severe reactions in a 25 lbs dog. Signs of toxicity range from vomiting, diarrhea and restlessness to seizures depending on the severity. Onions and Garlic: Onions and garlic are toxic to pets with garlic being about 5x more potent than onions. The toxicity causes anemia and GI upset with clinical signs of weakness, vomiting, drooling and pale gums.
Stettler Veterinary Clinic
4810 50 St. Stettler 403-742-2395
403-742-3338 4605 - 51 Ave, Stettler
nixon.t@mortgagecentre.com
5019 51 Ave. Stettler 403-742-3215
facebook.com/tananixon.stettlermortgages
Financial Advice From:
Peter Boys CAFA Boys Financial Services
What Options Are There For Mortage Renewal?
Q:
Our mortgage is renewing and we heard there’s a product that combines your mortgage, line of credit and chequing account all in one. What are the benefits of doing this and how do I find out more?
A:
First, the ability to pay off a mortgage years sooner can save thousands in interest. Second, you have access to a line of credit for emergency cash needs (ie. sickness or disability). Third, for seniors considering a reverse mortgage, it offers more flexibility with significantly lower cost. Finally, any time you carry a positive account balance, you get paid our current high interest savings account rate.
Why are golf courses 18 holes in length?
Q: Why are golf courses 18 holes in length? A: Prior to the mid 1760s, and even into the early 1900s. it was common to find courses with 12, 19, even 23 holes or any other number. In 1764 St. Andrews, in Scotland, converted from 22 to 18 holes simply because 18 holes were easier to maintain. Then, in 1858, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews issued new rules that 18 holes would be considered a match, unless otherwise stipulated. Other golf courses shortly followed suit, and 18 holes became the norm.
For information, visit: boysfin.ca & click the ManulifeOne link Boys Financial Services 403-742-6450 Protecting Our Client’s Health, Wealth & Lifestyles for 17 Years 4910A – 51st Street, Stettler
Q: I am a small business how can I afford a
health care plan that will fit my needs and those of my employees? A: Whatever the size of your business, it is important to find an EMPLOYEE Benefit Specialist to help you sort through the multitude of prices, and products. Your specialist will be able to assist with not only Small Business Coverage but coverage for Personal Health Care Plans as well. So whether you are an individual without adequate coverage, a contractor or group (of any size) –an employee benefit specialist can find the perfect fit tailored to meet your specific needs. Find someone who has spent the time and effort necessary helping people find their way through the maze of health care providers. This relationship should have them representing your best interests and finding the best coverage and price for you and your business. Let their experience benefit you! 4937 50 St. Stettler 1-888-898-1010 403-742-1423
With Jim MacDougall Service Manager, Stettler GM
Q: How does my vehicle automatically know
when to change my oil, does it physically know the oils condition? What are the benefits of doing this and how do I find out more? A:Vehicles now a days have on board computers that have a way to calculate your oil life based on individual driving habits. This calculation is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated on your dash can vary considerably. For the oil life systems to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed. So how does your vehicle know when to change oil? It knows with advanced computer software in the form of an algorithm. Does the vehicle know the physical condition of my engine oil? The answer is No, it definitely does not. That is why it is always best to have your vehicle serviced with a professionally qualified technician that understands your vehicle needs.
Stettler Golf & Country Club 4701 61 St. Stettler 403-742-2001
Health Care Advice from Amy Gilbert, Insurance Advisor Gilbert BeneÅt Consulting Health care to Åt your needs
Vehicle Maintenance
Stettler GM 403-742-3407 6115 - 50 Ave, Stettler
Accounting
Pharmacy
With Scott Savage of Savage Value Drug Mart
A:
The Singles virus comes from a re-infection from having chicken pox. If you’ve had chicken pox, the virus already lives inside you, and normally, your immune system can keep the virus suppressed, but as you age, your immune system weakens naturally, and the chicken pox virus has the possibility of re-infecting your body as shingles. If you’ve never had chicken pox, you would not contract shingles from someone who is infected- instead, you could possibly get chicken pox One of the first signs of shingles is a painful rash that is tender to touch, and is normally around the upper mid section, or sometimes on the face. It is important to see your physician or pharmacist as soon as possible, since the medication used for shingles only has a benefit if it is started within 3 days of the rash onset. The recommended prevention product for shingles is the Zostavax vaccine. It is a single dose injection; and studies have shown up to 50% prevention of shingles, and up to 67% reduction in the pain associated with shingles. The vaccine is recommended for patients over 50 and who’ve had chicken pox in the past. Contact your pharmacist today to get your shingles vaccine administered in store.
4718 - 50 St.
403-742-3367
With Scott St. Arnaud of Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson
Q: My employer gives me a T4 annually, what expenses can I deduct in calculating my total taxable income for the year? A: Many employees are allowed to write off a variety of expenses. The employer must fill out a form T2200 annually for an employee to be allowed to write off any employment expenses. Allowable employment expenses, if authorized by the employer as a requirement of the employees job, include but are not limited to vehicle expenses, cell phone, office space including the use of an in home office, meal and travel expenses and tools for apprentice mechanics and trades people. However, if the employee has received a tax free reimbursement of these expenses, at that point they are no longer deductible. GK D P
Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4912 - 51 Street, Stettler
403-742-4431
Page 16
Independent DISTRICT
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Donalda had great fun Thank you to all our volunteers who helped make the Donalda Show and Shine and the July 1 celebration a big success; withBY DARLENE TANTRUM out your help these 403-883-2100 events would not happen. Both events were well attended, Show and Shine started with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. and started to wind down at 3 p.m. with a parade through town, a wonderful day, weather was perfect. July 1 is always well attended with visitors from all around, this event started at 11 a.m. with a brunch at the church, parade at 4 p.m. and fireworks at 11:30 p.m., with local music being played at the stage in the park all afternoon, the band set up and played from 8:30 p.m. until fireworks. Steak supper was served at 6 p.m., bounce house were open for the kids all afternoon. A fun, fun day. Now to regroup and focus on our August events: the Donalda Ag Society will host our 33rd annual Bench Fair, on August 9; this event will be held at the community hall, opening at 9 a.m. with a pancake breakfast, exhibits close at 3 p.m., watch for signs as the museum will be conducting historical walking tours of the village. Bring your hiking shows and go for a walk in the coulees, as there is a hiking trail marked into the coulees so you can go and explore and enjoy nature at its finest. For information on the Bench Fair contact Terry at 403883-2259 or Sheila at 403-883-2118 Birthday wishes go out to Charlise Stewart, Chloe Dell, Larry Donalda, Tracy Crumly, Wyatt Fulton, Donna Norman, Gideon Longeagne, rae-Ann Foot, Dixie Massey, Luke Nixon, Adam Murphy, Anne Kotz, Jeanette Schoettler, Karl Sideritsch, Ranier Salmon, Josh Hillestad, Betty Roadhouse, Brett VandenBrink, Kerri Shepherd and anyone else celebrating a birthday this week. Happy Birthday!!
Donalda Diary
Stettler Funeral Home invites you to “Color Your Memories” in remembrance of all the friends and family we have lost. We will be paying tribute to those people through a community balloon release on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Come early to enjoy a hot dog and drink and receive as many balloons as you would like. Bring your family and friends. Mark Your Calendars! It will be a very special evening!! Take time to enjoy Lisa Leschert, Folk Singer in the park at 7:00 p.m.
Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium 403-742-3422
Proud to be locally owned and operated by Dean Ross, Verna Rock, Corinne Nattestad, Calvin Blauel, Sharon Kempf and Barry Haner
45th Anniversary Summer Sale On Now!
W’s 5 s r e il a r T s k Bun lacomberv.com
HIGHWAY 12 WEST 888-782-4544
Donalda’s traditional parade followed a shorter route this year but it was still enough for the kids to collect lots of candies. Mustafa Eric Independent editor
This paper is
% 0 0 1 le a Recycl b
ing 90 Yea t a r b rs le e C
The Stettler Elks Lodge #92 are celebrating 90 years of Service to the Stettler Area. We are hosting A Concert in the Park Event
July 16, 2014 at West Stettler Park. Free Barbecue starting at 6:00 p.m. Concert at 7:00 p.m. - Performance by Lisa Leschert Come out and join in the fun.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
News of medals and camping trips Simon Muncy left Monday, June 30, to play basketball in the United Kingdom. Last summer he had attended the NBC camp at Olds college, who every year selects a boys and girls team from Canada and the United States and they get to go to places like the United Kingdom, Italy or Germany. Simon plays on an Alberta team with 12 other players, accompanied by two coaches. They will play almost every day as well as tour the country. He will return July 11. What a wonderful opportunity. Congrats Simon. Last weekend Dave and Linda Chick, Doan and Sherry Jamieson as well as Allen and Laura Gamroth were in Leduc watching the Castor girls softball team play in provincials. Tiana Gamroth, Geri Slemp and Sydney
Halkirk Herald ROSE KOENRAADT & DOROTHY ANDERSON 403-884-2237/403-742-4494
Jordal were among the girls who came home with the bronze medal. This weekend Devon Johnson, Kiara Gamroth and Morgan Jordal were members of the Castor U12 team playing provincial ball in Calgary. JD Johnson, Ashley Duncan, Mel Shipton and Lisa Jordal are the coaches. The team has two girls from Coronation, one from Consort, two
from Erskine, two from Halkirk and the rest from Castor. They defeated Sedgewick in the finals to bring home gold. Congratulations to all the girls. Several ladies gathered at the home of Louanne Dahmer on Wednesday evening to honor Becky Breunig, bride elect of Lee Fowler. Assisting the bride with gift opening were Becky`s mom, Cathy from Red Deer and Lee`s mom, Clara. The lovely warm evening allowed the group to sit out on the deck. Michelle Barkley, bride – elect of Tanner Duncan was honored at a 1950s theme bridal shower at the Red Willow hall on Saturday afternoon. Tanner is the son of Murray and Linda, and the grandson of Dora Morasch and Jim Duncan. Belated birthday greetings to Mary Stewart, who celebrated her 75th milestone birthday at the end of June; Keith and Jody from Stettler and Ross and Pat from Red Deer gathered in Stettler to honor her on this special day. Kjerene Engel was the guest of honor at a surprise 60th birthday party at the Hotel Mac Donald in Edmonton on Sunday. Several family members were part of the celebrations. Happy birthday Kjerene!
Hunt for history book stories begins I hope you had a great Canada Day and have been enjoying the wonderful sunshine that we have all been experiencing this past week. I know the farmers will be grumbling about the need for a rain soon, but I think they are nearing the end of the spraying season so it will be good timing when it comes. First off the block, I will let you know that the Drop-in Wednesday’s seniors group have decided to not gather for the two months of summer and start up again on September 3. This is a fun group of people who meet every Wednesday to play bingo, cards, visit and have coffee and sweets each Wednesday afternoon starting at 2 p.m., so if you are interested in joining mark September 3 on your calendar. The Sports Days are quickly approaching, so if you are interested in getting a team entered or want to play slowpitch yourself and haven’t got a team, make sure to call Doug Hodge at 403-368-2152 or Derek Krywcun 403-368-3760 and they will get you signed up. There will be lots to do on those three days, July 18, 19, and 20; a great breakfast each morning, ball games all day each day, a delicious roast beef supper on Saturday night, dance starting at 9 p.m. There will be camping spaces available for everyone. Remember to please park your campers in consideration of the next guy. I would like to send out a congratulations from the Rumsey community to the Goddard Family for celebrating their 100th farm anniversary this past Sunday. It is a wonderful accomplishment to manage your business and passion so well for all these years. Well done and may you have the opportunity to celebrate again another 100 years. Dariel MacNaughton emailed me to say that the new history book addition has been decided to go ahead and now the group will be on the hunt for your story. There will be a pamphlet coming out in time for Sports Days to give
STETTLER TRANSIT MIX & CONCRETE PUMPING Commercial and Residential For All Your Concrete Needs Box 1534, Stettler, Alberta, T0C 2L0
403-742-2134
Page 17
Independent DISTRICT
stettlertransitmix@gmail.com
Rumsey Record BY PATTY STEEN 403-368-3820
ideas on what is needed, so look for it while you are in town on that weekend. The deadline for submission of your family stories will be January 1, 2015 and we all know how fast time goes by, so don’t delay. I would like to pass on that Angie Walker and Joe VanStraten are getting married on July 26, 2014 and they would love all of their family and friends there to celebrate with them. Please join in with them to celebrate their joyful union at the Rumsey Hall starting at 9 p.m. for dancing and fun. I know this will appear a little early but the pledge sheets are out for the STARS ride coming up this August 10 down at the TL Bar Ranch, so keep it in mind as that date gets closer. Bob Davidson of Peaches Portables gave me a call as well NEED A
WATER WELL??
Check status of 3 Government Grants/Assistance each worth $5000 or more CHECK BIGWINTER IRON’S VALUABLE DISCOUNT PACKAGE CHECK BIG IRON’S SPECIAL DISCOUNT PACKAGE SPECIAL DISCOUNT PACKAGE Worth more than: $5000
PLUS FREE “KONTINUOUS SHOK” CHLORINATOR
10TIME YR. TIME PAYMENT PLAN O.A.C t NO DOWN PAYMENT PAYMENT PLAN O.A.C • NO DOWN PAYMENT
RED DEER 403-346-7550 RED DEER 403-346-7550
Tell them Danny Hooper sent you
TOLL FREE 1-800-BIG-IRON
View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at www.1800bigiron.com
One hundred and seventy – five young basketball players took part in the 18th annual Camp Teckla held last week in Stettler. Jillian Schaffner was one of two who were recognised for having attended 12 camps. Woops – Steven and Kelsey Strandquist are the proud parents of a beautiful baby boy, Dominic William. Les and Cathy Kneeland attended the wedding celebrations of nephew Gerard Michielsen, son of Gary and Bev, to Jessica Shepherd on June 21 at the guest ranch in Kananaskis. The Kneelands continued on to tour Lake Louise, Banff and via the back roads to Nordegg. They got some great photos of a black bear, mama grizzly and her cubs, mountain sheep, a Pine Martin, a Columbia ground squirrel, and a Clarks nutcracker. Rocky, Louanne and Katelyn Dahmer visited with Ralph and Norma Stock who live near Gaull Lake, Sk. last week. They also camped at Elkwater in the Cypus Hills and drove across the border into Havre, Mt. Coming up: August 23 – Elks annual Bull-a- rama. Mark it on your calendar.
last week to let me know that the Chevelles will be performing in Delia this October 4, so if you are interested in getting tickets, give him a call at 403-823-0746. There will also be an opening act, an up and coming local band called the Suit Jacket Society. They will be on the stage at 7 p.m. with the Chevelles to follow at 9 p.m. Piece of trivia for this week: This Wednesday, July 9, is Nunavut Day which has been celebrated in the Northwest territories since the creation of a new territory called Nunavut in 1993. According to Wikipedia, Nunavut Day is a public holiday for the public service but many organizations and stores remain open throughout the day. Even the employees of the federal government of Canada must still work on that day. Doesn’t sound like much of a holiday; but they do celebrate with many cultural activities including community-wide breakfasts, traditional dancing, games, Nunavut history competitions and traditional food served in some communities. In 2010, Iqaluit Nunavut Day celebrations featured a barbecue of burgers made from muskox meat. I checked the weather report for this Wednesday up there and it sounds quite nice, a balmy plus 9 with some cloud cover, plus 10 for the next day and sunshine. So, if you ever find yourself up in Nunavut on July 9, make sure you take this event in, sounds like a lot of fun. Have a great week.
Bryan and Eileen McComish Of
Bryan’s Electric (Stettler) Inc. are pleased to announce they have partnered with
Brook and Nicole Doan And will be operating under
“Stettler Electric Inc.” We look forward to serving you in the future.
Bryan: 403-742-7818 Brook: 403-741-6476
Page 18
Independent DISTRICT
Program for kids’ activities still open for registration A special resident of Botha Area is celebrating his special day today- July 9. So I would like to wish Mr. John Hankins a very happy birthday, hope you have a great one John, and many more to come. Hey! Kids have you had a couple last few day of fun with the Botha Summer Playground Program, and ready for another great week of activities that are coming up. This Thursday, that is tomorrow, is an “in house” activity day long with Friday, July 11 being the same. However, on Thursday, besides in door activities, they will be playing ball, with either a water bottle or a baseball. Come join in the fun and see what it will be. Then on Friday, what will it be, a red fish, blue fish day? Come join in the fun and participate in the fun and find out. The following week, Tuesday will be arrrggh pirates’ day. So come and join in the fun and find out what they are planning by this. If you haven›t got your child registered already for this great program, please phone Jaimie Wahl at 403-742-5986 or email her at gdwidw@xplornet.com, to find out more information about this fantastic program taking place in the month of July. Don’t let your child miss out on any exciting upcoming events. It’s a great way to spend some of your summer months. The Botha Community would like to say farewell to Mr. Hammond (principal at the Botha School) and his family and wish them all the very best in their future. The Botha School is really going to miss him and would like to say a big thank you to him for all that he›s done while working at their school. But here›s a big welcome to Mr. Mike Flieger and his wife as they move to our little village and Mr. Flieger steps into Mr. Hammond position as the principal at the Botha School for the upcoming school year and hopefully longer. Darrell Cholach was added to the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, so a big “congratulations” goes out to him. He is a resident of the Botha area. The organizations that were formed at the early stages of the development of Botha was the Woman’s Institute (W.I.) and the 4-H club. The W.I. was the first of the two established in 1915 with about 35 members, which grew in numbers and by 1920, the number of membership had risen to 65. Meetings were held in the hall above the hardwood store, which was transferred over to the hall when the hall was completed. The W.I. ladies have always took an interest in this little community by starting some projects such as a traveling library, gathering and giving used clothes to the less fortunate in the southern part of this province. They also stressed health standards in the school by 1990; under the auspices of the W.I., Miss Corvoy, a R.N., gave a series of lectures on health in the hall. This organization helped in several occasions by giving scholarships to grade 9, 10 and 11 students, which, in turn, help the cancer campaign. They also gave treats at Christmas and on sports days, helped with the Boy Scouts and clubs, donated gifts also to Michener Center in Red Deer and also to the Ponoka Mental Hospital and Camrose Women’s Shelter. As we can all see, these women were
awfully busy and a very active and helpful group for a lot of people. From the Stettler Independent archives, it seems dress making demonstrations were put on by the W.I in 1927.Beginners were to start with something simple like bloomers, which was right on. Talking about the 4-H Club, Botha started a club in 1951,initially with nine LOUISE BELLAIR members. This little group was sponsored by the Alberta Government. Through their hard work, this small group received the Grand Champion Award and also some money from the government. They unfortunately had to wind up this little group due to lack of interest, but they never gave up and had to restart the organization three times, before it finally took off. The last one started up in 1984, and still continues today Enclosed are early pictures of the W.I and also the starting and final picture of the 4-H clubs. Doing anything next Tuesday, July 22, around 7:15 p.m.? Why not come out to the Botha Seniors’ Center and try and win some coin. The Bingo balls start falling then and numbers start getting called. Who knows you could be one of the winners taking it home with you. So come out and take in all the excitement, Hope to see you there.
Botha Booster
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Back from a tour to British Isles Gadsby/ Westwoods PAULETTE HEER 403-574-2442
With a “Good Golly Gosh” and a “Happy Day” Trafalgar bus tour, Fred and Velvet Entwisle, Percy and Paulette Heer and Dale van Straten toured Ireland and Scotland from June 20 to July 5; taking in Dublin, saw Riverdance; Killarney; kissed the Blarney Stone; toured the west coast of Ireland, up to Belfast, walked the Peace Bridge and took in the Titanic interpretive center; ferried over to Scotland; a boat trip on Loch Lomond; looked for “Nessie” at Loch Ness; toured a scotch whiskey brewery; over to the Isle of Sky; a stop in St Andrew, the birthplace of golf 600 years ago! Enjoyed the Three Scotch Tenors in Edinburgh and the march in of the Haggis. Yes most of us tasted it. And this, just to name a few. A recommended tour for all! Stan and Gloria Diegel along with Greg and Richelle Skocdopole and family drove down to Great Falls, Montana, to Helena and Court Lane enjoying a host of museums, a boat tour and shopping! Last day spent in Radium, B.C. on July 3. They enjoyed a great trip and were reluctant to come home. On Saturday, July 4, Arden and Deanne Diegel were host to a triple birthday party for Sadie, Eva and Ella with the whole Diegel family there as well as grandma Donna Beier. On Sunday, July 6, Isabella Diegel was baptised at Christ King Church in Stettler followed with a family dinner at parents Wade and Ybiett Diegel. Grandparents Stan and Gloria Diegel; aunts and uncles Arden and Deanne and family; Richelle and Greg and family were all there. Despite the flooding near Lethbridge, Bill and Joyce Hansel, along with Betty Stotz enjoyed a weekend wedding on June 21. The groom being Joyce and Betty›s cousin Eva Wilson›s grandson Edward McNicol and bride elect Megan were married at the Exhibition Park, Heritage Hall in Lethbridge, which, thankfully, was away from the flooding. They were pleasantly surprised when Megan’s grandma turned out to be Verna (Hoopfer) Herbert. Also at the wedding from the Gadsby/Stettler area were Myrt Hoopfer, daughters Gayle and Max McMillan; Betty Lou and Jim Muhlbach and their daughter Alison and Chris Norman; and Myrt’s son Dwayne and Anne Hoopfer. Bill and Joyce and Betty stayed with cousin Laura and Frank Johnson. Their daughter and husband Lori and Mike Yoeman live next door, and they spent time visiting with them as well. The monthly cash bingo at the Bank Building will be July 19. Doors open 6:30 p.m.; early bird 7 p.m. First place winner at the Heritage Place Jackpot cribbage tournament last Thursday was Margaret Lewis, with a perfect score. Second place went to Myrt Hoopfer and Yvonne Coleman captured the Booby Prize. Everyone is welcome to attend the next event on Thursday July 10 starting at 1:30 p.m. Single play for five games, coffee and snacks included.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 19
Independent COMMUNITY
Kinettes look to build new playground in community Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER Alison Baird of the Stettler Kinettes gave a presentation on Tuesday, July 2 to the Stettler town council about a proposed playground the Kinettes want to build at West Stettler Park. “We know that this location is key and that it will help to continue to grow the current area into larger family area,”said Alison Baird, playground committee fundraising chair, in a letter. “This playground will be a great addition for children and adults to use while using other amenities in the location. By having it at West Stettler Park, it will be close to the splash park, near the ball diamonds, soccer field, and right beside the big hill.” The Kinettes support various projects and initiatives in Stettler, including blood donor clinics and the promotion of education and awareness of cystic fibrosis. The Kinettes are looking to raise
This playground will be a great addition for children and adults to use while using other amenities in the location. ALISON BAIRD $175,000, and they have $35,000 right now. In addition to that, the Kinettes received 1$8,000 in donations from businesses, and the group hopes to raise $14,000 from their rummage sale in September. The Kinettes have planned more fundraisers for the 2014-2015 year, and hope to receive more local community support. “Our objective is that this playground can be used at anytime by the public but will also give our children another safe
New format brings new chance to win gifts & gift cards
place to play while other events are going on at the park and in its surrounding area,” Baird continued in the letter. The Kinettes are looking for donations or gifts in kind for the project. There are cash sponsorship categories ranging from bronze ($100 to $499) to diamond ($5,000 and over). Gifts in kind items include excavation and concrete. The Kinettes are planning a barbecue on August 27 at West Stettler Park, where attendees can see what the proposed playground will look like, as well as how much money they’ve raised and what they need. “I think it’s superb all the way around,” said Coun. Malcolm Fischer. New CAO Greg Switenky’s report included orientation of new assistant CAO Steven Gerlitz, orientation of Graham Scott, new CAO of the Summer Village of White Sands, orientation into his new role as CAO, and an ongoing look into Stettler’s internet deficiency.
Swing into summer with the Summer Fun, Food, Fuel & Fashion contest being held now at The Stettler Independent. As part of the fun to celebrate the new design of The Stettler Independent, we’re offering our readers a chance to win a prize package valued at $900. The Independent has partnered with our local businesses to offer a grand prize of a $200 Sean’s No Frills gift card, a $200 gift card for John’s on Main Street, a $250 Central Alberta Co-Op gas card and a Steel Wheel Stampede package valued at $250 – two rodeo passes, two Emerson drive passes and a Steel Wheel jacket. You can enter as often as you like, and a qualifier will be drawn each week until the final draw on Friday, Aug. 22. Draws will be made from fresh entries each week, so be sure to enter weekly! Entries can be dropped off at the Stettler Regional Board of Trade, Sean’s No Frills, the Co-Op gas bar, John’s and The Stettler Independent. Good luck!
Riderswanted This is the most fun you’ll have with your horse this summer! Come ride the Iron Horse Trail … 300 km of abandoned railway lines.
T S E T N O C
SHION EL & FA
D, FU N, FOO
FU
900
$ 00 Enter to win our package provided by: STEEL WHEEL • NO FRILLS • CENTRAL AB CO-OP • JOHN’S EL WHEEL STE
Sean’s
STE TT LER AB.
John’s Enter weekly
Central Alberta Co-op
Entry forms can be dropped off at the Stettler Regional Board of Trade, Sean’s No Frills, Co-op Gas bar, John’s & the Stettler Independent. This year’s Pink Trail: Lloydminster to Edmonton
Qualifiers drawn weekly
Ride for a day, a weekend, a week or the whole magnificent adventure. It’s going to be legendary ... again. August 9-31
WildPinkYonder.com (780) 363-0003
ENTRY FORM NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: EMAIL: 4810 – 50 St. (Box 310) Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Entry deadline is Friday August 22 at 5:00 p.m.. Winner will be notified Monday August 25.
Page 20
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent COMMUNITY
Canada Day Fun Run raises spirits, funds
Splashdown! -The Rotary Park splash pad was a busy place Monday afternoon as kids from Stettler, Alix, and from Manitoba ran through the warm jets of water under the warm summer sun. Savannah Carlson, 5, and her younger brother Landon race through the jets together while Maryann Parker, 6, trails behind in her hat. Parker and her family were in town visiting relatives and took advantage of the water, while another family, not pictured here, stopped at the nearby Dairy Queen and couldn’t resist a chance to play in the water.
Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The fifth annual Canada Day Fun Run was a success with roughly 150 people running for the fun of fitness and to raise money for the Stettler Food Bank. The run featured four routes, two for children and two for adults. Kids had the option of running a 1k or 2.5k run, and adults had the choice of a 5k or 10k run. All races started just outside William E. Hay Composite High School and finished at the same line from which runners departed. Participants came in all ages and sizes, some walking more than running, all dedicated to having fun and showing a dedication to fitness. Rebecca Clarke, who works with Performance Physiotherapy, Acupuncture and Massage, the company who organizes the fun run yearly since its inception, also
Stacey Lavallie/Independent reporter
40 mpg hwy
Ç
1,500
27,498
$
>>
IF YOU ARE A LICENSED TRADESMAN OR IF YOU CURRENTLY OWN ANY PICKUP TRUCK
Starting St Sta Star S t aarr tar ta from price for 2014 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited Quad Cab w/ E w/ EcoDiesel shown: $56,745.§
155
$
5:18 6:13 6:44
5K Run Results First: Skyler Hymers Second: Austin Jacobson Third: Riley Cornelssen
21:49 23:06 23:24
10K Run Results First: Gregory Jackson Second: Amber Brosoky Third: Chris Annand
46:00 46:14 46:43
PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $8,500 CONSUMER CASH*, $1,500 LOYALTY/ CONQUEST BONUS CASH» AND FREIGHT.
FINANCE FOR BI-WEEKLY‡ @
3.99
¥
NOW AV AVAIL AVAILABLE AILL ABL ABLEE
2014 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SXT 4X4
BONUS CASH
1K Run Results First: Grace McMullen Second: Monya Schnetler Third: Kyler Cornelssen
10:46 10:57 11:28
±
CANADA’S MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT TRUCK EVER $
SUB: Results
2.5K Run Results First: Tori Brower Second: Brett Hymers Third: Kate Bradford
CANADA’S BEST-SELLING, LONGEST-LASTING diesel PICKUP
••
GET AN ADDITIONAL
took part for the second time by running the 5k course. “It was really good, and a lot of fun,” she said. “Most people seemed to be really happy with it.” She said the bright, sunny day was perfectly suited for the run by being warm but not too hot. Three dollars from everyone’s entry fee was donated to the Stettler Food Bank, bringing in $450 for the organization. The event will be returning next year and will hopefully continue to grow.
great offers on a 2014 ram heavy duty
2014 ram 1500 up to
Page 21
Independent COMMUNITY
º
BEST-IN-CLASs towing NCE LEARA
14071UC0
ER C SUMM
E
VENT
5,300 LB
®
more than the closest competitor
º
% FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN
OFFER RU C K T M A R
S.C A
Wise customers read the fine print: *, », ‡, § The Trade In Trade Up Summer Clearance Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after July 2, 2014. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable able fees and taxes. Dealer trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2014 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. »$1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash is available to qualified customers on the retail purchase/lease of any 2013 Ram 2500/3500 models (excluding Cab & Chassis models) and 2014 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg Cab models) and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram pickup truck or any other manufacturer’s r’s pickup truck. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before July 2, 2014. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. Additional eligible customers include licensed tradesmen and those working towards Skilled Trade certification. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ‡3.99% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 model through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 with a Purchase Price of $27,498 (including applicable Consumer Cash and Loyalty/Conquest Bonus discounts) financed at 3.99% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $155 with a cost of borrowing of $4,643 and a total obligation of $32,141. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. &Based on 2014 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. 10.2 L/100 km (28 MPG) city and 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway on Ram 1500 4x2 model with 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 and 8-speed automatic. Ask your dealer for EnerGuide information. ••With as low as 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway. ±Best-selling based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian new vehicle registrations through October 2013 for large diesel pickups under 14,000 lb GVW. ¥Longevity based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian Vehicles In Operation data as of July 1, 2013, for model years 1994-2013 for all large pickups sold and available in Canada over the last 20 years. )Based on 3500/350 pickups. When properly equipped.
TM
The SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.
And they’re off ! Runners take off from the starting line outside William E. Hay Composite High School on July 1 during the annual Canada Day Fun Run. The annual run has four routes, a 1k, 2.5k, 5k and 10k run. Contributed photo
Domino drew a big crowd out to West Stettler Park to enjoy music and food for Canada Day. Robin Tarnowetzki/Independent
Page 20
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent COMMUNITY
Canada Day Fun Run raises spirits, funds
Splashdown! -The Rotary Park splash pad was a busy place Monday afternoon as kids from Stettler, Alix, and from Manitoba ran through the warm jets of water under the warm summer sun. Savannah Carlson, 5, and her younger brother Landon race through the jets together while Maryann Parker, 6, trails behind in her hat. Parker and her family were in town visiting relatives and took advantage of the water, while another family, not pictured here, stopped at the nearby Dairy Queen and couldn’t resist a chance to play in the water.
Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The fifth annual Canada Day Fun Run was a success with roughly 150 people running for the fun of fitness and to raise money for the Stettler Food Bank. The run featured four routes, two for children and two for adults. Kids had the option of running a 1k or 2.5k run, and adults had the choice of a 5k or 10k run. All races started just outside William E. Hay Composite High School and finished at the same line from which runners departed. Participants came in all ages and sizes, some walking more than running, all dedicated to having fun and showing a dedication to fitness. Rebecca Clarke, who works with Performance Physiotherapy, Acupuncture and Massage, the company who organizes the fun run yearly since its inception, also
Stacey Lavallie/Independent reporter
40 mpg hwy
Ç
1,500
27,498
$
>>
IF YOU ARE A LICENSED TRADESMAN OR IF YOU CURRENTLY OWN ANY PICKUP TRUCK
Starting St Sta Star S t aarr tar ta from price for 2014 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited Quad Cab w/ E w/ EcoDiesel shown: $56,745.§
155
$
5:18 6:13 6:44
5K Run Results First: Skyler Hymers Second: Austin Jacobson Third: Riley Cornelssen
21:49 23:06 23:24
10K Run Results First: Gregory Jackson Second: Amber Brosoky Third: Chris Annand
46:00 46:14 46:43
PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $8,500 CONSUMER CASH*, $1,500 LOYALTY/ CONQUEST BONUS CASH» AND FREIGHT.
FINANCE FOR BI-WEEKLY‡ @
3.99
¥
NOW AV AVAIL AVAILABLE AILL ABL ABLEE
2014 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SXT 4X4
BONUS CASH
1K Run Results First: Grace McMullen Second: Monya Schnetler Third: Kyler Cornelssen
10:46 10:57 11:28
±
CANADA’S MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT TRUCK EVER $
SUB: Results
2.5K Run Results First: Tori Brower Second: Brett Hymers Third: Kate Bradford
CANADA’S BEST-SELLING, LONGEST-LASTING diesel PICKUP
••
GET AN ADDITIONAL
took part for the second time by running the 5k course. “It was really good, and a lot of fun,” she said. “Most people seemed to be really happy with it.” She said the bright, sunny day was perfectly suited for the run by being warm but not too hot. Three dollars from everyone’s entry fee was donated to the Stettler Food Bank, bringing in $450 for the organization. The event will be returning next year and will hopefully continue to grow.
great offers on a 2014 ram heavy duty
2014 ram 1500 up to
Page 21
Independent COMMUNITY
º
BEST-IN-CLASs towing NCE LEARA
14071UC0
ER C SUMM
E
VENT
5,300 LB
®
more than the closest competitor
º
% FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN
OFFER RU C K T M A R
S.C A
Wise customers read the fine print: *, », ‡, § The Trade In Trade Up Summer Clearance Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after July 2, 2014. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable able fees and taxes. Dealer trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2014 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. »$1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash is available to qualified customers on the retail purchase/lease of any 2013 Ram 2500/3500 models (excluding Cab & Chassis models) and 2014 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg Cab models) and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram pickup truck or any other manufacturer’s r’s pickup truck. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before July 2, 2014. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. Additional eligible customers include licensed tradesmen and those working towards Skilled Trade certification. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ‡3.99% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 model through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 with a Purchase Price of $27,498 (including applicable Consumer Cash and Loyalty/Conquest Bonus discounts) financed at 3.99% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $155 with a cost of borrowing of $4,643 and a total obligation of $32,141. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. &Based on 2014 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. 10.2 L/100 km (28 MPG) city and 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway on Ram 1500 4x2 model with 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 and 8-speed automatic. Ask your dealer for EnerGuide information. ••With as low as 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway. ±Best-selling based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian new vehicle registrations through October 2013 for large diesel pickups under 14,000 lb GVW. ¥Longevity based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian Vehicles In Operation data as of July 1, 2013, for model years 1994-2013 for all large pickups sold and available in Canada over the last 20 years. )Based on 3500/350 pickups. When properly equipped.
TM
The SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.
And they’re off ! Runners take off from the starting line outside William E. Hay Composite High School on July 1 during the annual Canada Day Fun Run. The annual run has four routes, a 1k, 2.5k, 5k and 10k run. Contributed photo
Domino drew a big crowd out to West Stettler Park to enjoy music and food for Canada Day. Robin Tarnowetzki/Independent
Page 22
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent ADVERTISING
EMPLOYEE
RICK G.
†
Consumer Experience Manager
Ford of Canada
IT’S BACK YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY WITH UP TO
$
**
,
IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS (2014 F-150 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4 5.0L amount shown)
2014 F-150 XLT SUPER CAB 4X4 5.0L $4,598 $6,750
Employee Price Adjustment ‡
Delivery Allowance TOTAL PRICE ADJUSTMENTS SHARE OUR EMPLOYEE PRICE
11,348
$
**
30,901
$
*
Includes freight and air tax of $1,800
FEATURES: +$&A K. ),& =dghZedlZg ).& aW#÷ d[ IdgfjZ
14071MF0
2014 F-150 XLT SUPER CREW 4X4 5.0L $4,864 $6,250
Employee Price Adjustment Delivery Allowance TOTAL PRICE ADJUSTMENTS SHARE OUR EMPLOYEE PRICE
11,114
$
**
33,035
$
*
Includes freight and air tax of $1,800
FEATURES: ;aVi AdVY ;addg ǚaa#IZggV^c I^gZh :Vhn ;jZa 8VeaZhh ;jZa ;^aaZg ǚcY BjX] BdgZ
BUILD AND PRICE AT ALBERTAFORD.CA, HEAD TO YOUR ALBERTA FORD STORE AND DRIVE AWAY HAPPY. IT’S THAT SIMPLE.
albertaford.ca
WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at participating dealers. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). †Ford Employee Pricing (“Employee Pricing”) is available from July 1, 2014 to September 30, 2014 (the “Program Period”), on the purchase or lease of most new 2014/2015 Ford vehicles (excluding all chassis cab, stripped chassis, and cutaway body models, F-150 Raptor, F-650/F-750, Mustang Shelby GT500, 50th Anniversary Edition Mustang and all Lincoln models). Employee Pricing refers to A-Plan pricing ordinarily available to Ford of Canada employees (excluding any Unifor/CAW negotiated programs). The new vehicle must be delivered or factory-ordered during the Program Period from your participating Ford Dealer. Employee Pricing is not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance and A/X/Z/D/F-Plan programs. *Until September 30, 2014 purchase a new 2014 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 with 5.0L engine/F-150 XLT Super Crew 4x4 (300A package) for $30,901/$33,035 after total Ford Employee Price adjustment of $11,348/$11,114 is deducted. Total Ford Employee Price adjustment is a combination of Employee Price adjustment of $4,598/$4,864 and delivery allowance of $6,750/$6,250. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after total Ford Employee Price adjustment has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,800 but exclude optional features, administration and registration fees (administration fees may vary by dealer), fuel fill charge and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Until September 30, 2014, receive [$3,585/ $4,630]/ [$3,505/ $5,255]/ [$2,510/ $4,516]/ [$1,755/ $3,977]/ [$7,747/ $9,895]/ [$1,640/$4,275]/ [$735/$14,393/$14,911] / [$10,141/ $13,459]/ [$10,407/ $13,781]/[$1,280 /$1,809/ $2,175] / [$3,675/ $5,814] / [$1,370/ $3,457]/ [$1,870/ $4,344] / [$2,680/ $8,637]/ [$1,595/ $6,188]/ [$2,085/ $2,645] in total Ford Employee Price adjustments with the purchase or lease of a new 2014 C-Max [Hybrid SE/Energi SEL]/ E-Series [E-150 Commercial Cargo Van/ E-350 Super Duty XLT Extended Wagon]/ Edge [SE FWD/ Sport AWD]/ Escape [S FWD/ Titanium 4x4]/ Expedition [SSV 4x4/ Max Limited 4x4]/ Explorer [Base 4x4/ Sport 4x4]/ F-150 [Regular Cab XL 4x2 6.5’ box 126” WB/ Super Crew Platinum 4x4 5.0L 5.5’ box 145” WB/ Super Crew Limited 4x4 6.5’ box 157” WB] / F-250 [XL 4x2 SD Regular Cab 8’ box 137” WB/ Lariat 4x4 SD Crew Cab 8’ box 172”WB]/ F-350 [XL 4x2 SD Regular Cab 8’ box 137” WB SRW/ Lariat 4x4 SD Crew Cab 8’ box 172” WB DRW]/ Fiesta [S Auto/SE /Titanium]/ Flex [SE FWD/ Limited AWD]/ Focus [S auto Sedan/ Electric Base]/ Fusion [S FWD Sedan/ Energi Titanium]/ Mustang [V6 2 door coupe/ GT 2 door convertible]/ Taurus [SE FWD/ SHO AWD]/ Transit Connect [XL Cargo Van/ Titanium Wagon]. Total Ford Employee Price adjustments are a combination of Employee Price adjustment of [$2,085/ $3,130]/ [$3,505/ $5,255]/ [$1,760/ $3,766]/ [$1,255/ $2,977]/ [$4,747/ $6,895]/ [$1,640/$4,275] / [$735/ $7,643/$8,161] / [$3,891/ $7,209] /[$4,157/ $7,531]/ /[$530 /$1,059/ $1,425] /[$1,675/ $3,814] / [$620/ $2,957]/ [$1,120/ $3,594]/ [$1,180/ $4,387]/ [$1,595/ $4,188] / [$1,945/ $2,645]/ [$530/ $1,051] /[$1,675/ $3,814]and delivery allowance of [$1,500]/ [$0]/ [$750]/ [$500/$1,000]/ [$3,000]/ [$0]/ [$0/ $6,750/ $6,750]/ [$6,250]/ [$6,250]/ [$5,000] /[$750]/ [$2,000] / [$750/$500]/ [$750]/ [$1,500/ $4,250]/ [$0/ $2,000] / [$0] -- all chassis cab, stripped chassis, cutaway body, F-150 Raptor, Medium Truck, Mustang Boss 302 and Shelby GT500 excluded. Employee Price adjustments are not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance and A/X/Z/D/F-Plan programs. Delivery allowances are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ‡F-Series is the best-selling pickup truck in Canada for 48 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association statistical sales reports, up to December 2013. ©2014 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2014 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved. Available in most new Ford vehicles with 6-month pre-paid subscription
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
The Caliphate
Returns
“Listen to your caliph and obey him. Support your state, which grows every day,” said Abu Mohamed al-Adnani, announcing the rebirth of the Caliphate in the broad territory between Aleppo in northern Syria and Diyala province in eastern Iraq. It hasn’t actually grown much more in the past couple of weeks, but it certainly intends to go on expanding. The radical Sunni Muslim organisation that conquered almost half of Iraq in a whirlwind week at the beginning of June has changed its name. Before, it was ISIS, the Islamic State in Iraq and al-Sham (the old Ottoman province that used to include Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Israel). But now it wishes to be known simply as the “Islamic State” – for there can only be one such state, and it should include everywhere that Muslims have ever ruled. ISIS propagandists have even produced a map showing the ultimate borders that their Islamic State lays claim to. Spain and Portugal will be part of it, because they were ruled by Muslim conquerors during much of the Middle Ages. Iran, too (although something will have to be done about all those Shia Muslims). All of India except the southern tip should be under the rule of the Caliph, because Muslim invaders also ruled there as minorities for many centuries – and of course Serbia, Croatia and Hungary will be part of the Islamic State, for the Ottomans conquered all the Balkans up to there. Not to mention half of Africa, and Indonesia, and southwestern Siberia (which was once ruled by the Sibir Khanate for a century or so).
Think Globally GWYNNE DYER There’s no point in protesting that Muslims were never more than a small minority in many of these places, for the lads of ISIS believe that only Muslims – indeed, only Sunni Muslims – have rights. “The legality of all emirates, groups, states and organisations becomes null by the expansion of the Caliphate’s authority and the arrival of its troops to their areas,” alAdnani helpfully explained. So much for the fantasy. What’s the reality? A group of jihadis have seized a big chunk of eastern Syria and western Iraq, erased the border between them, and declared an Islamic State. As little as ten thousand strong only a month ago, they have been rapidly growing in numbers as ISIS’s success attracts new recruits – but they are obviously never going to reconquer India, Spain or Siberia. They aren’t going to make a dent in the two powerful states to the north of their Islamic State either. Iran, being overwhelmingly Shia, is immune to their charms and far too big to take by force. Turkey, although now governed by an Islamic party,
Abu Mohamed al-Adnani is still a modern, secular state that is much too strong to attack. To the west and east ISIS is already at war with regimes that are either very tough (Bashar al- Assad’s war-hardened dictatorship in western and central Syria) or very Shia (the south-eastern slice of Iraq, densely populated and with a large Shia majority). The Islamic State’s central position between its two enemies gives it a strategic advantage, but not a decisive one. To the south are desert frontiers with more promising territory. Jordan’s population is about two-thirds Palestinian, and even among the Bedouin tribes that are the mainstay of King Abdullah’s rule there was some enthusiasm for ISIS’s victory in Iraq. If Jordan fell, the Islamic State would reach right up to Israel’s borders, with incalculable consequences. Saudi Arabia would be a much tougher nut to crack, but the salafi reli-
Donation A Special
Thank You THANK YOU
Page 23
Independent COLUMNS
gious ideology that animates ISIS is very close to the fundamentalist Wahhabi version of Islam that is the Saudi state religion. That’s why the Saudis gave arms and money to ISIS jihadis in the early days of the Syrian civil war, although they have subsequently recognised the threat that the organisation poses to the Saudi state. But even if ISIS gets very lucky, it is unlikely to get farther than that. Egypt blocks its expansion to the west, although the Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis extremists who are active in the Sinai peninsula undoubtedly have some ties with it. Even its direct rivals in the Refound-The-Caliphate business – the original al-Qaeda, al-Shabab in north-east Africa, Boko Haram in northern Nigeria, and their lesser brethren – are unlikely to accept the ISIS leader as caliph. Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who now styles himself Caliph Ibrahim, has clearly been preparing himself for this moment for most of his adult life: he even chose the name of the first caliph, Abu Bakr, as his nom de guerre. His spokesman does not hide his soaring ambition: “We hereby clarify to the Muslims that with this declaration of Khilafah (caliphate), it is incumbent upon all Muslims to pledge allegiance to the Khalifah Ibrahim and support him.” They are not going to do that, and the sheer radicalism and intolerance of ISIS’s members make it unlikely that their project will survive unaltered for more than a year or so even in the territory that now makes up the “Islamic State”. Nevertheless, it is extraordinary that the 7th-century caliphate has reappeared even fleetingly in the modern world. Bush and Blair have a lot to answer for. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles on world affairs are published in 45 countries.
Donation
5
ourSupporters sponsors whoof the totothe furnishedththe prizes for
18 Annual
Camp 2008 CampTeckla Teckla 2014 • ATB Financial •A&W • Nichols Trucking • Dairy Queen • McDonalds • Talisman Energy • Subway • Stettler Rec Centre • Coaches, volunteers, family and friends who coach, compute, clip, cut & clean. ~ Camp Teckla 2014
Herb Gramlich accepts donation from Dean Hewlett of Dean's Machine
Kidsport wishes to thank Dean's Machine for their donation to the program.
Darrel Baltimore accepts donation from Rhonda Gillrie of Danceology
Kidsport wishes to thank Danceology for their donation to the program.
Page 24
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent COLUMNS
Summer activities in full swing at the library Submitted by Lindsey Gelech, Chelsey Ternes, Morgan Sorensen and Taigen Whiteside The summer reading program is finally in full swing and this week we have all sorts of fun activities planned. This week’s theme is Tremendous Technology, and it certainly shows. Just a reminder that all of our Tiny Tinkers (ages 5-7) and Energetic Engineers (ages 8-11) will have activities planned on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Tiny Tinkers from 10:30 a.m. to 12 and the Energetic Engineers from 2 p.m. to 3:30. Wednesdays are our Rochon Sands days for all ages from 10 a.m. to – noon. There are lots of exciting events in the planned. Come check it out. On Wednesday July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m., teens are welcome to visit the library for our awesome “Create Your Own Video Game” event. Participants will create a game of their own and then play it on wacky controllers made with the new tech-
nology toy Makey Makey. These awesome gadgets can make anything into buttons including bananas, paper clips, and even pencil drawings. From 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 11, for our family friendly event, Atco Electric will be coming to give a stupendous presentation on electric safety and circuits. There will also be other entertaining activities to make this event fun for everyone. For our movie matinee on Monday, July 14, starting at 2 p.m., we will be watching “Matilda”. Based on the classic story by Roald Dahl, this story is exciting, funny, and sure to entertain its audience. There will also be freshly popped popcorn. On Tuesday, July 22, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 pm, children ages 3-5 are invited to the Stettler Public Library for a Beach Party (without the sand). There will be songs, stories, finger play, and cool crafts. Parents are asked to stay and assist their child for this program.
Every Monday and Friday, the library is also hosting Reading Buddies (10 – 11 a.m.), followed immediately by Gargantuan Gardeners (11 a.m.– 12 p.m.). Have your kids come practice their reading skills or gain volunteer experience helping others. Also any foods that are grown in the garden are sent home with the participants to enjoy the products of their own work. Don’t forget about LEGO Club at the library. It’s happening every Saturday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Looking to achieve some fitness goals this summer? The Stettler Public Library wants to help you out by offering pedometer loans. Borrow a Uwalk Pedometer kit today to help you find your stride. And finally, are you at least 13 years old with an interest in libraries? The Stettler Public Library has something for you starting in August 2014. Check out the job description on the library website at spl.prl.ab.ca and apply by July 31.
39th Annual Tees “The Biggest Little Rodeo in Canada”
August 2 & 3 2014 – Noon Slack – August 1 at 5:00pm (free admission) Sanctioned by: Central Alberta Rodeo Association Sponsored by: The Tees Ag. Society
RODEO ENTRIES July 23, 2014 from 4:00-10:00pm Call: 403-747-2928 Money Added in Bareback and Saddlebronc with a Two Head Average
Added Event: Ladies Cow Riding
ADMISSION August 1 – No Charge August 2 & 3 - $10-Adults, $5-Ages 7-12, 6 & Under Free Nightly Entertainment in the Beer Gardens Friday – DJ – No Charge Saturday – Live Band “Mojave Iguanas” - $10 Cover Charge Sunday – Dueling Pianos “Rowdy Pianos” - $5 Cover Charge
SATURDAY & SUNDAY EVENING Saturday & Sunday Evening Quarter Mile Stock Horse Race Pony Express Race – We pay you to race!! To Enter Phone: 403-747-2928
Concessions on Site with Lots of Free Camping for the Whole Family
What and how to learn from mistakes Unable to accept what happened. To avoid accepting that something has changed, people will blame others. “When you blame others, you give up When people fail to take personal reyour power to change.” Robert Anthony sponsibility for failures and mistakes, the Why do some people blame others in- road to constructive change is blocked. stead of accepting responsibility for their Dr. Elliot Cohen wrote, “While people actions? If you have trouble accepting re- are not perfect they can learn from their sponsibility or are the object of someone’s mistakes—but only if they admit them unjustified blame, it may help you to un- and change their behavior in the future” derstand the dynamics behind this behav- (2012). iour. Some of the reasons people blame Life is about learning. Instead of lookothers: ing at mistakes They feel out of or failures as control. Unable to negative and handle the fear of shifting blame, being out of conlook at them as trol and helpless in opportunities to a situation, people learn new things will restore their or sharpen your sense of control by skills. When ROBERT ANTHONY blaming others. By a child starts blaming others the school, do you helpless person asexpect the child sumes the position of the accuser and feels to already know how to read and write? more in control. No, you expect the child to learn and Did not learn to take responsibility for eventually grow in his or her abilities. It actions. Some parents fail to teach their is the same with adults. You weren’t born children how to take responsibility for with the knowledge to have a successful their actions. When they grow up, they relationship, be a good employee, or raise blame others whenever something bad healthy children (for example). These are happens. things you learn and you will make misUnable to admit failure or mistakes. takes along the way. People that cannot accept they are imperIf you blame others to avoid responsifect will blame others to avoid responsibil- bility, give yourself a break and let go of ity. Being flawed or imperfect is interpret- your need to be perfect. Making mistakes ed as having no self-worth accompanied or failing says nothing negative about who by feelings of shame. you are. You are human and we all make mistakes. Learn from them. When you take responsibility for your life and accept that it is ok to be imperfect, you will find more peace and happiness and begin to grow mentally and spiritually. If you are the object of blame, refuse to accept the blame for situations you were not personally responsible for. Carrying other people’s responsibilities is a heavy load that can lead to We will haul anything! depression and anxiety. As well, by accepting the other COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL • RURAL person’s responsibility you Weekly Household & Business are robbing them of the ASK US opportunity to solve their T Garbage Pickup ABOU problems and learn from W E N OUR Serving the Town and County their mistakes. Instead, BINS! of Stettler region help the blamer accept their imperfections and provide Prompt, Dependable & support and encouragement Competitive to learn from mistakes. If you need help learning how to turn mistakes and failures into opportunities Cell 403-352-1121 to learn, contact the FCSS Stettler, AB office to see our Life Coach or one of our counsellors. Wendy Rhyason, STETTLER FCSS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
When you blame others, you give up your power to change.
3R MANAGEMENT
WASTE REMOVAL Made Easy
403-742-3007
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 25
Independent DISTRICT
RCMP was on hand to add color and meaning to the Canada Day celebrations at the Big Valley train station on July 1. Contributed photo
Great news of donations for good causes Big Valley Bulletin LINDA STILLINGER 403-876-2479
Big Valley took a brief pause from our hectic centennial/homecoming preparations to enjoy Canada Day. As usual, we shared our celebrations with visitors who arrived here on the Alberta Prairie Steam Train. Many thanks to the Rocky Mountain Rail Society for offering rides on their Speeder. Judging by the smiles on all the decorated faces, the face painting was a big hit with
all the children. RCMP officers and Royal Canadian Legion Flag Party put on an impressive show with their assembly on the station platform and the formal ceremonies went off without a hitch. Evening celebrations included a BBQ and games. Thanks so much to everyone who helped to make it a success; the Big Valley Inn for supplying all the hotdogs and buns, Bill Smillie for lending out the BBQ and extra supplies and Lori, Val and Dina for their volunteer time. Thanks to Mel and Jim, we rounded off the day with an awesome fireworks display out at the ball diamonds. Thanks to a generous $1500.00 donation from Shaman Energy, the
fencing around Big Valley’s Memorial Park has been undergoing a much needed upgrade just in time for our centennial/homecoming celebrations. The Big Valley Slo-Pitch League has received a $1,000.00 donation from CLAC as part of the union’s Building Communities Together program. The league was nominated by Chanse Stefanik, who is employed by ABB – Ber-Mac and is a member of Construction Workers Union, Local 63, affiliated with CLAC. “The Big Valley Slo-pitch league is responsible for ball programs within the village for both adults and children as well as for diamond maintenance,” says Chanse.
“We are in need of bases, as well as catchers’ equipment for the kids and line painter. This donation will go a long way to helping us meet those needs.” The Big Valley Fire Department would like to thank the Kastik family for their recent donation from their July 5 Kastik Cup golf tournament. The family works very hard to make this a fun and family oriented event and the department is grateful to except their donation in memory of Dave Kastik. Big Valley has a pretty little “pond” just to the west of the village. We don’t think the “pond” has an official name, but we’ve heard it called “Melnyck’s Pond” due to Bill
Melnyck’s farm lying on its southwestern side. There are stories of how Bill would walk across the dam to go to school here in Big Valley. The creek that feeds the pond is called “Mott Creek” after Charlie Mott, who was one of the first pioneers who settled in the area. According to an account by Edwin Adshead (another early pioneer), when he was young, before Big Valley even existed, Mott Creek was full of fish and he and his friends would go down with buckets to catch fish in the various swampy pools where they would be trapped as the water levels dropped. We wonder when the fish vanished---it would be nice to have them back.
Annual butterfly count nets 25 species Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER Though the sun was frequently hidden by clouds and there was a tiny bit of rain, the annual Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park butterfly count went well on Sunday, July 6, with 25 species of butterflies and skippers (which are thought of to be an evolutionary transition between moths and butterflies) being observed during the day. Organizer Charles Bird says he typically gets about 40 participants for the butterfly count, and this year that held true, with 41 participants from as far as Calgary and Edmonton. The purpose of the count is to document any changes in the butterfly population in the area, and of course, learn about the outdoors. “This year we had a long, cold spring and that means that we won’t see as many things as we usually do,” Bird said. “People may be a little disappointed – they won’t see the
diversity – but it’s nature.” Participants met in the upper parking lot of the park and received name tags, and some went looking for butterflies there – and found five different species. The official count began in 1999, though there were unofficial ones prior to that. Since then, it’s gained exposure until it became the significant event that it is today. “I’m really interested in butterflies and moths and in connection with that, I’ve done quite a bit of research here in this park,” Bird said. “I’ve been able to find over 500 species of moths and 50 or so species of butterflies.” The group moved down into the park itself just after 10 a.m. Most drove, but some hiked the steep, long trail. After that, participants scattered to find butterflies. They broke for lunch at noon, and discussed natural history topics. After lunch, the participants divided up into three groups (one of which was led by John Acorn, a.k.a. “Acorn the Nature Nut”)
to roam further for butterflies. Near the end of the day, the group examined the caught butterflies and identified them. “When we’re all done, we find the youngest person in the group, give the bottle to that person, take the lid off, and let the butterfly go,” Bird said. “So it’s catch and release, and the youngsters really have fun doing that.” Bird estimates that collectively, the group walked at least 10 km. in search of butterflies. Two species, Lycaena hyllus and Euphyes vestris have not been observed on previous counts. The capture of Euphyes vestris is only the second record of the species from Alberta. The first record occurred near Erskine in 1999. Another species, the Speyeria callippe, was recorded for only the second time at the Dry Island Buffalo Jump count. Butterflies weren’t the only things that were observed in the wild: wildflowers were in full bloom, including brown-eyed Susans, wild blue flax, and goats’ beard.
Tim Schowalter scans the grass for butterflies during the annual butterfly count at Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park on Sunday, July 6. Robin Tarnowetzki/Independent reporter
Page 26
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent DISTRICT
Riders flock to Endiang for annual gymkhana Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER While the Endiang gymkhana typically goes until 5 p.m., this year on Canada Day there were so many people entered in the many events that it didn’t end until 8 p.m, after nine hours. “We’ve never decreased our numbers,” said organizer Twyla Buchwitz. “We’ve always increased them.” The gymkhana is in its 11th year, and started in memory of Wade Buchwitz, who used to do gymkhana with his brothers. “Kids and adults, they come out and it’s just for fun,” said Buchwitz, who married one of Wade’s brothers. There is no age restriction in participating in the gymkhana – in fact, the youngest competitor was one year old. “We have a lot of people that have never been into a gymkhana or rodeo of any sort and they come to ours for their first experience,” she said. While there were prizes of halters to those who gained the most points during the events, there are many other benefits to participating in a gymkhana. “I’d say (participants get) pride in their
Mart
Stettl
uct er A ion
Si
n c e 19 5 3
We have a lot of people that have never been into a gymkhana or rodeo of any sort and they come to ours for their first experience, TWYLA BUCHWITZ horses and what they’ve accomplished. Fun. Hanging out with their friends, meeting new people,” Buchwitz said. Events included barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying, cattle penning, team roping, tandem bareback, musical buckets, and more. The Endiang Riding and Roping Arena grounds were full to the brim with trailers and horses – and of course, the danger of stepping in road apples was prevalent. Participants came from as far away as Calgary, Red Deer, and Consort. The night finished off with some fireworks to celebrate Canada Day.
SALE DATES Phone (403) 742-2368
Regular Sales ~ Tuesdays - 9 a.m. website: www.stettlerauction.ab.ca Box 1238, Stettler, AB
Note: Online bidding and viewing each sale at 11 a.m. see stettlerauction.ab.ca
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
NEXT CATTLE SALE LOOKING AHEAD Saturday, August 23, 2014
BOB BARNES - TEES, FARM AUCTION HEARTLAND BUSINESS PARK Highway #12 - east Stettler NOW SELLING Commercial Properties - Highway Frontage Fully Serviced - The work is done! Smaller lots available Price incentives to early buyers. Central Alberta’s gateway to the east Call Jim or Greg - 742-2368 for full details!
Mineral — Salt — Corral Panel Sales For all your needs phone 403-742-2368
Stettler Auction Mart (1990) Ltd. Lic. #00354 Auctioneers: Allen McMillan Dick Creasey Greg Johnson Scott Douglas Terry Silbernagel Office Administrator: Lona Benjamin Sales Reps: Greg Hayden - 403-740-9610; Jim Abel - 403-740-9609; Brad Lohr - 780-679-5500; Dick Creasey - 403-740-9434
Elizabeth Pivert competes in the pole bending portion of the gymkhana in Endiang on Canada Day. Robin Tarnowetzki/Independent reporter
Gymkhana was bigger this year The hamlet of Endiang was bustling for the 11th annual Wade Buchwitz Memorial Gymkhana on Canada Day. The event enjoyed perfect weather and the grounds of the Endiang Riding and Roping Club were packed with participants and spectators. It was a bigger gymkhana this year with more events. High-point awards were presented to Wyatt Elder — Tiny Mite; Denim Ross — Pee Wee; Mikenna and Madeline Schauer — Junior and Rocky Ross — Senior. Fireworks at dark were the grand finale to another successful gymkhana. Word was received of the passing of Carl Runions in Medicine Hat on July 2. He was 76. Many will remember Carl and his wife Audrey when they lived in the Birkhiem house in Byemoor. Our thoughts are with Carl’s family in their loss — wife Audrey, daughter Brenda and son Carl Jr. There was no funeral service by Carl’s request. Lane and Cash Buchwitz along with Bobbi’s brother Reid Olson joined in on the Olson family’s annual fishing trip in Saskatchewan in June. They enjoyed a very successful fishing excursion at Minnow Lake, which only has access by quad. The lake is in the Meadow Lake area. Congratulations to Jordan Wasdal and Kyle Smith on their marriage on Saturday in Byemoor. They were married in a pretty outdoor ceremony in the beautiful yard of the bride’s parents Kim and Murray Wasdal. Kyle is the son of Doug and Mavis
Byemoor/ Endiang News LES AND ROSEMARY STULBERG 403-579-2403
Smith. The couple’s many guests joined them for the reception and dance held in a huge tent set up by the community hall. We send best wishes to Kyle and Jordan a long and happy married life. The newlyweds reside in Lacombe. Cody and Dara Hallett had the good fortune of winning a set of four tickets to the Ponoka Stampede chuckwagon races last Saturday through an Agricultural Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) draw. Congratulations Cody and Dara. They were joined by friends from Red Deer. Several other folks from the district took in some of the Ponoka Stampede. We noticed at the Western Art Show held at the stampede there was a First Nations display that showed the Cree names of locations in central Alberta. It was interesting to note Sullivan Lake’s Cree name is Kakinokamak. In translation, Kakinokamak means a long lake. Cree territory came as far south as Sullivan Lake. Congratulations to Tim and Shawna (nee Rappel) Young of Strathmore on the early arrival of their son Jaxon Blair Young at the Peter Lougheed Hospital in Calgary on July 5. Jaxon
was a month early and weighed five pounds 12 ounces. Congratulations also to the grandparents Fred and Marilyn Rappel — Jaxon was born on their 34th wedding anniversary — and to great-grandma Gail Irion. Ken and Eleanor Schultz invite friends and neighbours to all or part of their 32nd annual campout and pancake breakfast on July 18-20. Camping goes all weekend and there are a campfire and fireworks on Saturday night. On Sunday is the pancake breakfast, 11th annual Great Endiang Balloon Race, Frisbee Golf Tournament and a potluck supper. All are welcome. On Saturday Les and Rosemary Stulberg hosted a family gathering to celebrate some family birthdays. Celebrating was Rosemary’s dad Bob Diprose — his 88th birthday — and her brother Terry Diprose — his 64th. Attending were Bob and Dorothy Diprose, Stettler; Don Diprose, Edmonton; Terry and Diane Diprose, Red Deer; Travis Stulberg, Tyler Stulberg and Samantha Huskinson, Stettler and Carol Stulberg, Endiang. There is still room for teams to enter in the Byemoor slo-pitch tournament Aug. 15-17. Contact Bobbi Buchwitz at 403-579-2432 or Raelynn Knowles at 403-579-2166 to enter. Canadian trivia — In 1986 Canadian scientist George Wong corrects previous figures for the speed of sound. Wong’s figure: 331.29 metres per second.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent SPORTS
The girls proved they earned their name, Softball With Attitude (SWATT), at the provincials July 5-6 in Calahoo, where they won gold in a 12-4 against the Elkford, B.C. girls. From left, Tamara Ball on Rachel Morbeck, Gracie Morbeck on Jaiden Stotz, Ally Walker, Raina Thomson on Rebecca Bridge, Brooke Mulgrove on Mikayla Torgerson, Jenny Munholland, and Emily Brown in the front. Contributed photo
Stettler man gets first hole in one Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER After thirty years of golfing and many times getting close, Dennis Becklund made his first hole in one at the Stettler Golf Course on Friday, June 27. “I’ve been very close,” he said. “I’ve been within a ball width actually, and then within the length of your shoe numerous times.” He was with his playing partner, Brian Rymal, when he hit the ball but couldn’t find it after. “I thought maybe I didn’t quite hit it hard enough – though it felt pretty good – and thought it might be in the sand,” he said. Becklund and Rymel searched for the ball and Rymel suggested checking the cup. “So I went up to the cup and it was in there,” he said. He added that he was pretty surprised to see it in there. This is the second hole in one at the Stettler Golf Course this season.
Page 27
Girls bring home gold from Calahoo Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The Stettler U14 girls’ softball team, the Stettler SWATT (softball with attitude), broke the provincial gold drought and brought home the first place prize after a series of wins in Calahoo this past weekend. The girls first had to advance through zone playoffs during the June 21-22, where they beat Red Deer and Coronation to advance to Calahoo. On Friday, the girls faced the team from Okotoks, and were strong at bat. They scored six runs in the first inning, with Mikayla Torgerson having a standup triple. After a few more innings the girls kept the Okotoks at bay, winning 13-6. Red Deer White was the next team played, again on Friday, and Stettler came out swinging to a 17-5 win. First up on Saturday was perfect game for Stettler, as they soundly defeated St. Albert 16-0. “Our girls had great hitting and base running,” coach Sheri Morbeck said. “We even watched Gracie Morbeck turn a walk into a home run her last at bat.” The last game of the round-robin part of the tournament had the Stettler SWATT facing Calgary SBR Intensity. The girls were quick on their toes, catching balls and getting them to the bases before the girls from Calgary and held them to a three run game, ending it 18-3 in their favour. With the round robins complete, only Stettler, Calahoo, Clive and Elkford remained – two of the four teams competing in finals being from the same zone. “Our girls have played Clive repeatedly over the years and always have great games against them,” Morbeck said. “This game was no exception.” After two innings, Clive led 2-0, but Stettler rallied with
Our girls have played Clive repeatedly over the years and always have great games against them. SHERI MORBECK Rachel Morbeck’s home run. In the fifth inning, Stettler pulled ahead with a 7-5 lead. Though Clive narrowed it down in the seventh inning it wasn’t enough to pull ahead, and Stettler went on to the gold medal match against Elkford with a 7-6 win. Even though Elkford is from B.C., the team plays in Alberta and is sanctioned as an Alberta team due to low sport participation in its area. Jaiden Stotz was pitcher for the team, and the girls started a bit slower, though it maintained its lead of 3-2. “A great catch in centre field by Emily Brown got us motivated,” Morbeck said. A few more hits and the Stettler team was ahead 5-3, but in the fourth inning the girls were on fire, scoring the maximum allowed runs per inning of seven. The game ended with a 12-4 victory for the SWATT. “It’s been a long, hard fight of three years to get this medal,” Morbeck said. “Most of these girls have suffered through the pain of losing a tie-breaker to Clive two years ago, and a disappointing fourth place finish last year.”
Page 28
Independent SPORTS
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Stettler and area kids attended Camp Teckla this summer to learn basketball skills. Robin Tarnowetzki Independent reporter
Camp Teckla enters 18th year Robin Tarnowetzki INDEPENDENT REPORTER About 175 Stettler and area kids attended the 18th annual Camp Teckla at the Stettler Schools Complex from June 30 to July 4.
UPCOMING EVENTS 3 Lady Open Scramble on Saturday July 12 10:00 a.m. Shotgun
Junior Open on Thursday July 24 10:00 a.m. shotgun--ages 8-17 welcome--Calgary Flame tickets will be given away as hole prizes
Men’s Cash Scramble Monday July 28 5:30 pm $160 / team--includes supper
Call Clubhouse at
403 742 2001 for more info and to register
Stettler’s Family Golf Course
The camp began as a memorial for Teckla Anderson, an avid basketball player who attended Halkirk School and then William E. Hay. After she was killed in a car accident in 1997, her grandparents decided to set up a basketball camp so that young athletes could benefit from sports, instead of just creating an individual scholarship in her memory. “Basketball was one of Teckla’s favourite sports,” said coach Leighann Doan Reimer. “I played basketball with her in Grade 9 and she was in Grade 12. We have a common interest and it was something that she loved to do.” The camp is for kids from grades 1 to 12. Grades 1 to 3 attend camp for 2 hours for three days, and grades 4 to 12 attend for half a day for five days. Participants in the camp learn the fundamentals of basketball, and get to implement those new skills during scrimmages. But the camp isn’t all about learning new skills. “They have fun, meet new people, hopefully they learn about a few things, but more importantly, they come and enjoy a week of being active, and take that further in life and continue to be active,” Doan Reimer said. For the younger kids, learning to dribble is one of the biggest skills they acquire alongside the basics of proper shooting technique. “I try to teach them a little bit about their shots,” she said. “When they get older they kind of know the basics of it so they don’t form bad habits right from a young age.” Doan Reimer said that she thinks it’s important to just get the kids out and push them to be competitive. “Anybody can do it, so just get out and run.”
Stettler plays host to Provincial Peewee playoffs Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The second half of the Peewee Boys’ baseball provincial playoffs roll into twon this weekend, with the games starting on Saturday, July 12 at 10 a.m. The first round of games took place in Fort Saskatchewan, with Stettler at plate against Elk Point on Saturday, whom they beat in five innings, and versus Whitecourt on Sunday, another win. Stettler then faced Fort Saskatchewan and came up empty-handed as the home team took the game. This weekend, Stettler will be host to teams from Whitecourt, Elk Point, Drayton Valley, Cochrane and the Northeast Zone.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent SPORTS
Page 29
Cody Cassidy competes in the Ponoka Stampede Showdown, July 1, where he finished off his week with a time of 13.70, putting him in third place. Photo by Amelia Naismith
Donalda steer wrestler’s season just got better By Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye A strong performance at the Ponoka Stampede has pushed steer wrestler Cody Cassidy forward in the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) standings. The Donalda steer wrestler finished first in the average in Ponoka and despite a 13.7 time in the finals showdown, Cassidy earned $9,300, which has changed his season for the better. “It wasn’t looking real good before last weekend, but it’s looking real good now,” stated Cassidy. Doing well at the Ponoka Stampede has given Cassidy an opportunity to try new things and take new opportunities. “It just takes the pressure off.” If he was lower in the standings, Cassidy says he would normally play it safe to try and see a steady increase in
earnings and points. Now, Cassidy says he can take risks and shoot for first at rodeo events. “It’s a different setup when you’re running down that long alleyway,” he explained. The trick is ensuring a steer is caught as early as possible because the rider and horse are travelling as fast as they can go to catch the steer. Cassidy says a good horse and hazer is important in getting the job done. His brother Curtis was hazing for him this year and Cassidy says they work together during CODY CASSIDY the Canadian rodeo season. Cassidy says he has approximately 25 rodeos to compete in still and he looks forward to what this year will bring him. Cassidy’s first year in Ponoka was in 2002 during his rookie year. He also won steer wrestling in Ponoka in 2008 and 2009.
It wasn’t looking real good before last weekend, but it’s looking real good now.
Buccaneers update Record improves to 2-2 with latest win Todd Lewis SUBMITTED The Bucs travelled to Lloydminster in order to take on the 0-3 Vandals. Bus-fatigue was apparently nonexistent for the Bucs as they kicked off strong against their Lloyd opponents. At halftime, the Bucs led 20-0. Despite their rocky start, the Vandals managed to mount a comeback. They narrowed the gap to 35-20 by the end of the game. With this win, the Bucs improve to 2-2, placing them in a three-way tie for third place in the AFL. Menawhile, the Bucs are running a football clinic for the kids attending Red Deer College Summer Camps. The fellas will set up various drills/activities with the goal of instilling basic skills and a love for football within the campers. This is the second year in a row the Bucs have helped out at the RDC Camps. The guys will be there from 12:30 to 4 p.m., Thursday, July 10, at the West Sport Field at RDC.
Page 30
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
REACH OVER 217,000 READERS With one of these great deals! 6 PACK
8 PACK
ADPACK
ALL IN 1
CLASSIFIEDS 1-877-223-3311 CALL TOLL FREE:
Obituaries LONG Phyllis Fay Phyllis Fay was born to Ellis and Fay Vetter on October 14th, 1926 at Veteran, Alberta. She grew up on the family farm a half mile north of Veteran. Phyllis was later joined with 2 sisters Dorothy in 1932 and Shirley in 1937. She attended Veteran School for her education. Phyllis was a member of the Veteran Sewing club and a very active member of the United Church for most of her life while living in Veteran. She attended Olds College on a couple of occasions during the summer months to further her education. On July 2nd, 1952, Phyllis married Arlos Long, whose family also resided in the Veteran area. Around that same time they purchased their own farm, just a short distance S.E. of the town, and started their own farming operation. On November 1st of 1953, they welcomed their first born into the family, Gordon. They also welcomed Wayne into the family on April 6th of 1956, and Ian on April 14th of 1958. Growing up on the family farm for the three boys was a never ending variety of outdoor adventures! Curling was always one of Phyllis’ favorite sports and was always involved in bonspiels throughout the area. Even though she was no longer able to participate, she never missed watching a game on TV! She used to complain that there was WAY too much hockey and not enough curling. Phyllis always loved her flowers and gardening. She would spend hour after hour with any spare time that presented itself making sure everything was perfect and of course the freezer was always full of vegetables for the winter. After retirement and selling their beloved farm, they had two very special extended tours in the newly purchased motor home. The first one was to Alaska with Arlos’ sister Esther. They all enjoyed each other’s company immensely and always relived the trip any time they got together! They second trip was by themselves across Canada to the east coast and made it all the way to St. John’s Newfoundland! The highlight of the trip for Phyllis was visiting “Ann of Green Gables.” With Arlos’ health failing, Phyllis was not as readily capable of caring for him; the decision was made to move to the Heart Haven Lodge in Stettler. In August of 2005, they had a farm sale, which was a very hard time for both of them as they had lived in the Veteran area all of their lives, and at their farm for 53 years! Heart Haven was a huge adjustment for them, but soon made numerous new friends, and they were always overwhelmed with the number of lifelong friends that would stop in to visit from Veteran and area. She immediately upon arriving took over care of one of the flower gardens at the Lodge. It brought such great satisfaction for her when she would show it to everyone that visited! In October of 2006, they were blessed with their first Great Granddaughter, Ava, who arrived just in time for Phyllis’ 80th birthday! This brought the biggest smile ever to Great Grandma, and in July of 2008, another Great Granddaughter arrived, Brooklyn. Phyllis truly treasured any time she got to spend with her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren! Most recently she became a Great Grandmother for the third time as Hartley was born in April. In December of 2010, Arlos passed away at the age of 96. This was obviously a very tough time for Phyllis. They had been married for 58 wonderful years and always said she regretted nothing. In January of 2013, Ian passed away. This was absolutely devastating for her, as it is for anyone to lose a child. Her mother told her the toughest thing to do in a lifetime is bury a child, as she buried Shirley before she passed, and now Phyllis knew it was true. Christmas and family were two very important things in Phyllis’ life. She travelled to Fort Saint John, B.C. with Karen, Wayne, Jason and Angie to spend Christmas 2013 with Tyler, Amanda, Ava and Brooklyn. Phyllis overall enjoyed reasonably good health until her sudden passing on June 30, 2014. I believe I can speak for everyone that knew her in saying she will be very deeply missed and always loved for the very special lady she was. Memorial service was held on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Mervyn Penfound officiating. Melanie Weekes presented her gift of music. Family friend Ron Allison gave the tribute and spoke of many wonderful occasions in Phyllis and Arlos life. Cremation has taken place and burial will be held in Veteran Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Veteran Cemetery. Family and friends gathered for a time of fellowship and a luncheon prepared and served by the Stettler UCW. Condolences may be viewed or sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com or www.parkviewfuneralchapels.com PARKVIEW/STETTLER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements.
In Memoriam DANNY IRWIN March 15, 1992 - July 12, 2009 Today is filled with memories and loving thoughts of you. All the words and thoughtful things that you would say and do. A day of remembrance, a passing year, a loving thought, a silent tear, a little prayer to keep in touch, we love you Dan and miss you so very much. Deep in our heart, your memory is kept, to love, to cherish and never forget. No length of time can dim the past, too many memories hold it fast. Today, tomorrow and our whole lives through, we will always love and remember you. Forever loved and deeply missed Mom, Dad, Missy and Jeff
In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY OF EILEEN GILBERT Passed away July 8, 2013 It has been a year since God quietly called you home. We miss your sense of humour and all the laughs we had with you. You were always so strong and supportive and loved us all unconditionally. You were a special mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. We think of you every day and cherish all our wonderful memories. Love your family
The Stettler
INDEPENDENT
Classifieds PLEASE READ YOUR AD Advertisers should read their ad the FIRST DAY IT APPEARS and report any errors in time for the next publication. The Stettler Independent is responsible for only the first incorrect insertion. RATES: Word Ads - 1st Week 25 Words 1-25 $16.32 each week after $14.28 additional words .27 cents ea. Garage Sale ads $21.85 addditional words .30 cents ea. (5% gst must be added )
stettlerindependent.com
Share It! 1.877.223.3311
Card Of Thanks
The family of Milly Howlett would like to thank everyone who brought goodies to the house, sent cards, flowers and made donations in Mom’s memory. A special thank you to Dr. Lockhat and the staff at both the Heritage House and Points West. The Howlett Family
Reached a Milestone?
DEADLINE:. MONDAYS @ NOON Classified Hotline 1-877-223-3311
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
In Memoriam
IN LOVING MEMORY
Angie Walker
June 8, 1937 - July 10, 2007
Joe Van Straten are getting married July 26, 2014
A Mother’s Love is Forever
We would love all of our family and friends there to celebrate with us. Please join us July 26, 2014 at 9 p.m. at the Rumsey Community Hall for dancing and fun.
As children, We can’t comprehend or fully realize The meaning of our mother’s love. How tender and wise, The patience and forgiveness that were part of every day. The unexpected “little things” she did in her own way. Years go by before we can Look back on life and see. Through older eyes and wiser hearts, Her love and loyalty. And yet it’s these and other special things. We hold so dear, For memories of her steadfast love, will keep her ever near.
Love you forever The Boettger Family
Coming Events
and
Elva Ann Knapp
In our thoughts you are always near. Still loved, still missed, still very dear. Happy memories we keep forever, Of days when we were all together. In Heaven you rest, No worries, no pain, But in our hearts, You’ll always remain.
52
Coming Events
In Memoriam
Glenn Howard Boettger July 8, 1996
52
Mary Barclay is celebrating her 75th birthday.
Please come join us for refreshments and laughter. July 13th from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Erskine Waverly Club Rooms. No gifts please.
Bridal Shower for Angela Alder on July 19th, 2 p.m., Canalta Hotel. Everyone welcome.
Clerical
Bridal shower for
Courtney Hudgeon
All children ages 5 - 12 are invited to attend Summer Vacation Bible School at Lakeview Church of God and Christ Mennonite. July 14 to July 18 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. For more information or directions call Tim Unruh 403-741-4235 Or Dennis Toews 403-740-9624
52
Coming Events
bride-elect of
Vance Brassard
What’s Happening #50 - # 70
Arts & Crafts Shows ..................50 Class Registrations....................51 Coming Events ..........................52 Lost ............................................54 Found ........................................56 Companions ..............................58 Personals...................................60 Bingos........................................64 Fitness & Sports ........................66 Happy Ads .................................70
Class Registrations
51
Gun Safety Instructor
Stettler Rifle & Pistol Club
2014 Memberships are available at Guns ’n Games Source for Sports New This Year: ORIENTATION DATES: Sat., July 19/14 - Orientation - 10 a.m. Outdoor Range Wed., August 13/14 - Orientation - 7 p.m. Indoor Range
Non-Restricted/ Restricted Courses/ Challenges Reasonable Rates Will Travel Stan Genert Donalda, AB 403-749-2517
on July 21, 7 p.m., Canalta. Courtney is registered at The Bay.
60
wish kitchen & gift
Bridal Registry Dustin Derrick & Heather Keith
August 23
Gift Certificates available at
WELLS FURNITURE.ca 403-742-3223
1-888-711-3223
790
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION IS AN IN-DEMAND CAREER IN CANADA! Employers have work-athome positions available. Get the online training you need from anemployertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
Bridal Registry Jamy Stewart & Chais McRae Lindsay Scott & Darcy Pollock Amber Creasey & Chris Hansel Hannah Miller & Brendan Aspenes Brooklyn Carl & Steven Levy Beth KueÀer & Kyle Gallant Alexi Hiller & Curtis Bauman Amanda Smith & Wayne Dolan Heather Keith & Dustin Derrick
July 9 July 12 August 2 August 2 August 9 August 15 August 23 August 23 August 23
View registries online www.wishkitchen.com
Main Street, Stettler
403.742.8484
TO ADVERTISE YOUR SALE HERE — CALL 309-3300
60
BURMAC MECHANICAL requires a RECEPTIONIST, To cover maternity leave. Competitive Wage, benefits available. Apply in person preferred 6118 50 Ave, Stettler or fax resume to: 403-742-1609
Medical Personals
720
$2500 Bonus Every 100 days IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Oil & Gas Well Testing Night Foremen, Experienced/ Inexperienced Junior Day/Night Operators Must have H2S, First Aid, valid driver’s license. Pre-employment Drug screening Competitive Wages. Benefit Package Please submit resume with references to: apply@wespro.ca or by fax to (403) 783-8004 Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted
3RD YEAR/ JOURNEYMAN STRUCTURAL WELDERS CWB CERTIFICATION (ALL POSITIONS) IS A DEFINITE ASSET
• • • • •
www.stettlergunclub.com
Personals
Employment #700 - #920
out our website: www. disabilitygroupcanada.com or call us today toll free 1-888-875-4787
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.
Stettler
Stettler
Stettler
GARAGE SALE at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 5712-48 Ave., next to Stettler Regional Daycare, July 12, 9-3 p.m. All proceeds go to Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Donations welcomed.
MOVING. YARD SALE: Household, lawn & garden tools, 5th wheel holiday trailer, split dry wood, etc. 8 miles north of Hwy 12 on #852 & 1 mile east & 1 mile north. 40078 17-1, Saturday, July 12, 10-9 p.m. 403-574-2215.
TWO GARAGE SALES, 4712-61 STREET & 4802-61 STREET Friday, July 11, 10-6 p.m., Saturday, July 12, 8-6 p.m.
EYE SPY… SPY… EYE Look for your name in the Classifieds (stating you’re a winner) and come to the Stettler Independent to claim your prize, compliments of KFC!
800
Oilfield
800
CJ-CSM Inspection Ltd.
60
52 Summer Vacation Bible School
Oilfield
Caregivers/Aides................710 Clerical ..............................720 Computer Personnel ..........730 Dental ................................740 Estheticians........................750 Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770 Legal ..................................780 Medical ..............................790 Oilfield ................................800 Professionals......................810 Restaurant/Hotel ................820 Sales & Distributors ..........830 Teachers/Tutors..................840 Personals Trades ................................850 Truckers/Drivers ................860 Business Opportunities......870 DISABILITY Miscellaneous ....................880 BENEFIT GROUP. Suffering from a disability? Volunteers Wanted ............890 The Canadian Government Positions Wanted ..............895 Employment Training ........900 wants to give you up to $40,000. For details check Career Planning ................920
Forever loved, Your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren
Coming Events
Page 31
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
Oilfield
Excellent compensation, based on experience Complete benefits package, after 3 month probation The ability to grow with an emerging company Full time work Monday to Friday, some OT available Signing bonus with a one year contract. Call Brad @ 1(306)491-6239 for more information. Please email all resumes or questions to carlene@furixenergy.com
AN ALBERTA OILFIELD company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 780-723-5051.
Is presently accepting applications for Tubing Inspector. Consideration will be given to those who have oilfield experience, as well as current H2S, WHMIS, and First Aid Certification. Applicants are requested to forward resumes to: CJ-CSM Inspection 114-172 Clearview Drive Red Deer County, AB T4E 0A1 They may also be faxed to 1-403-347-1774 or emailed to cmcclelland@ cj-csminspection.ca. *No Phone Inquiries Please* LOOKING for LOADER OPERATOR for project in BC - 2 weeks on 2 weeks off. Willing to train the right individual with good work ethic & positive attitude. Please email careers@GTChandler.com or Fax (403) 886 2223 SHALLOW WELL ENERPRISES LTD. An Oil & Gas well Production Testing Company, Alberta only REQUIRES
Night Operators & Operator Assistants.
Comparable industry wages & benefit plan. Must have tickets & driver’s license. Email resume Attn: Phil Prentice shallow.well.ent.ltd@ hotmail.ca
TREELINE WELL SERVICES
Has Opening for all positions! Immediately. All applicants must have current H2S, Class 5 with Q Endorsement, (No GDL licenses) and First Aid. We offer competitive wages & excellent benefits. Please include 2 work reference names and numbers. Please fax resume to: 403-264-6725 Or email to: tannis@treelinewell.com No phone calls please. www.treelinewell.com
800 Service Rig
Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd. is seeking qualified candidates to fill Floorhand, Derrickhand and Driller positions. These positions are locally based. Applicants must have all necessary valid tickets for the position applied for. Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary & benefits package along with a steady work schedule. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: hr@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-258-3197 Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Restaurant/ Hotel
820 FULL TIME HOUSEKEEPING POSITION Starting at $13.00/ hr. apply at the front desk with a resume, or email resume to gm@canaltastettler.com
Page 32 Professionals
810
JOURNALISTS, GRAPHIC ARTISTS, MARKETING AND MORE. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers.
Restaurant/ Hotel
820
CAMERON BAY HOLDINGS INC. o/a McDonald’s Restaurants in Red Deer, Alberta (Gasoline Alley East and West) requires a full time Restaurant Manager for each location. Wages are between $51,000.00 to $55,000.00. Managers are responsible for full operation of the restaurant, including but not limited to hiring and training of staff, running all programs, attending meetings, scheduling, ordering, ensuring safety standards are met, handling customers issues and must be able to work within budgets and understand profit and loss statements. Both Restaurants are 24 hours and person must be flexible in their working hours and be willing to work weekends. We offer benefits and bonus incentives. We require previous fast food managerial or McDonalds experience or equivalent education. Restaurants are located at 37479 and 37428 highway 2, Red Deer. Apply by sending resume to cbay22@telus.net or fax resume to 403-783-2975.
Trades
Trades
F/T SATELLITE INSTALLERS - Good hours, home every night, $4000-$6000/mo. Contractor must have truck or van. Tools, supplies & ladders required. Training provided, no experience needed. Apply to: satjobs@shaw.ca INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.
850
KPA PRESSURE SERVICES LTD. requires licenced heavy duty/automotive mechanic. Excellent remuneration and benefits package. Fax resume to 780-621-1818. Email kpapress@telusplanet.net or mail to Box 6357, Drayton Valley, AB, T7A 1R8. No phone calls please.
SHUNDA CONSTRUCTION Requires Full Time
Carpenters & Helpers
Competitive Wages & Benefits. Fax resumes & ref’s to: 403-343-1248 or email to: admin@shunda.ca
Truckers/ Drivers
850
Trades
Truckers/ Drivers
with Truck/Trailer Experience
We’re always interested in 3rd & 4th Year Apprentices
Call Reg 780.542.7171 • reg@unitedtruckltd.com • FAX: 780.542.2738
WELDERS
• Top Wages Based On Ability • No Shift Work, Nights,Weekends Or Stats • Well Equipped Shop • Good Benefits Package • RRSP Plan • Boots & Tool Allowance 780-542-7171 • 6210-50 Ave Drayton Valley
HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN /TRUCK MECHANIC Carillion Alberta is currently seeking a permanent full time Licensed Mechanic for the Stettler area. Being able to work independently is a major asset
Please email or fax your written applications to: Carillion Canada Inc. mcroft@carillion.ca Fax: 780-449-0574
PIDHERNEY’S
Truckers/ Drivers
Class 1 Drivers • Oilfield Tickets Preferred • Driver’s Abstract • Oilfield Experience Preferred • Competitive Wage • Benefit Package • RRSP Plan
Please reply by fax 403-845-5370 or E-mail: hr@pidherneys.com
Fax resume to: 403-742-6590 Email: stettler@terroco.com or drop off resume at Stettler office
870
850
Truckers/ Drivers
860 Industries Ltd. Hot Oiler Class 1 Operators Drivers
OILFIELD MANUFACTURING
has openings for PipeÀtter/Labourer & Apprenticeship Welder Experience an asset but not necessary.
Email resume to shelley@twistoilÀeld.com or fax 1-888-880-8752
Jen Express in Stettler is currently looking for
Experienced Driver Class one licence is preferred, with good communication skills and the ability to work well with a group. We offer competitive wages, and benefits. Serious inquiries only please. Contact us by fax 403 742-5415, or email Trevors@jenexpress.net. Thanks to all for applications but we will only contact those whom we deemed qualified. 6602 -- 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box Box 1270, 1270, 6602 Stettler, AB AB T0C Stettler, T0C2L0 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277
Industries Ltd.
Valid First Aid and H2S tickets required. We offer competitive wages, benefits package, and opportunities for advancement.
CAR & TRUCK WASH in Lacombe ($2.4 Mil). Truck Wash in Stony Plain ($3.9 Mil), Bonnyville ($5.1 Mil). Gas Station in Sherwood Park ($2.9 Mil). Sheryl, Discover RE, 403-701-2029, thecarwashgirl.com.
880
JOB OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE
Top wages and benefits based on experience Possible career advancement opportunities
Business Opportunities
Scheduled days off. Home every evening. H2S and First Aid certification would be an asset. Please fax resume to 403-742-2760 attention Steve or email to steve@parcelstrucking.com
County of of Stettler Stettler No. County No. 6 6
860
For work in Rocky Mountain House area, as well as out of town locations. Priority will be given to those candidates with experience.
•
• Class 1 Drivers & Class 3 Drivers • Pressure Truck Driver • Assistant Safety Administrator
Misc. Help
Carillion offers competitive wages and benefits. Carillion maintains a substance abuse policy.
•
HIRING
Apprentices and Journeymen for fabrication work Call Todd 780.542.7171 • todd@unitedtruckltd.com • FAX: 780.542.2738
Must have CVIP license
requires experienced DRIVERS CLASS 1 ,3 & LOWBOY, FOREMAN, OPERATORS AND LABOURERS
860
Is currently accepting resumes for
12345 HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
860
CLASS 3 DRIVERS w/airbrake endorsement needed immed. for waste & recycling. Email resume with a min. of 2 references to: canpak@xplornet.ca
850
BURMAC MECHANICAL requires a F/T PLUMBERS HELPER No experience required, will train. Benefits. Fax resume to 403-742-1609 or apply in person to 6118 50 Ave, Stettler
Trades
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
• Oilfield Tickets Preferred • Driver’s Abstract • Oilfield Experience Preferred • Competitive Wage • Benefit Package • RRSP Plan Fax resume to: 403-742-6590 Email: stettler@terroco.com or drop off resume at Stettler office
The County of Stettler No. 6 has an exciting career opportunity for an experienced professional who will bring innovative and effective administrative skills to the position of Accounts Receivable Clerk. Under the general supervision of the Director of Finance, the successful applicant will be responsible for entering accounts receivable for four different sets of books which include the County of Stettler, Stettler District Ambulance Association, Stettler Waste Management Authority, and Shirley McClellan Regional Water Services Commission. They will be responsible for entering, distributing and collection of invoices to the various departments and ensuring that the collection of receivables are done on a timely basis and perform any other related duties as required. Reporting to the Director of Finance, your duties will include: • All monthly invoicing for the County of Stettler No. 6, Ag. Services Board, County of Stettler Fire Department, Stettler Waste Management Authority and Stettler & District Ambulance Association and others as required. • All monthly utility billings. • Reconciliation of all A/R accounts, monthly penalties and preparation of monthly statements. • This position will also be responsible for extensive A/R collections. • Cash receipting. • Provide backup to Accounts Payable • Occasional support to the Tax Department. • Other duties as required. An ideal candidate would possess the following skills: • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; most notably Microsoft Word & Excel • Strong Organization Skills • Ability to prioritize deadlines • Works well under pressure Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35 hours/week) The County of Stettler offers a competitive salary and a generous employer paid benefits package. The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal records check. Please respond in confidence with your resume to: County of Stettler #6 Attention: Christa Cornelssen, CGA Box 1270 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Fax: 403.742.1277 Email: ccornelssen@stettlercounty.ca The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The County appreciates all applications however only those selected for interview will be contacted.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Misc. Help
Page 33
Independent CLASSIFIEDS Misc. Help
880
Business Opportunities
880
Let us amplify your message! 12345
OIL & GAS OPERATOR
Add this feature to your next career ad booking
Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235
Bearspaw currently has a position in our Stettler field operations for an intermediate oil and gas operator. Applicants must have experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic or Instrument Mechanic and possess strong mechanical skills, be quick learners, motivated and hard working and live or be willing to relocate within a 20 minute commute to workplace location. This position offers a challenging work environment, attractive benefits with competitive pay and significant room for promotion. Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources Email: kwolokoff@bearspawpet.com Fax: 403-252-9719 Mail: Suite 5309 333 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
COOKS, HOUSEKEEPING AIDES, KITCHEN AIDES DO YOU LOVE WORKING WITH SENIORS? HEART HAVEN, PARAGON PLACE AND WILLOW CREEK LODGES
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Human Resources at 403.742.9220 or fax in a resume to 403.742.9221 or email to hhaven1@telus.net Please submit your resume by 4:00 P.M. July 15, 2014. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Qualifications • Highly organized, achievement oriented with strong multi-tasking abilities. • Be able to work with little to no supervision. • Strong Administrative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Products. • Ability to communicate effectively with all employees within our organization • Working towards and/or completed a post-secondary level Occupational Health & Safety Program, NCSO, HSA or equivalent with up to date knowledge of Alberta OH&S Legislation, WCB, and Alberta COR. • Knowledge of ISNet and PICS. • Standard or advanced first aid certification. • WHMIS • CSTS-09 • Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a safe driving record. Working Conditions • Fast-paced, deadline driven • Travel required
JOURNEYMAN INSTRUMENTATION (Full-Time; Red Deer Area) This is position is full-time, and will consist of long-term work in a plant setting in the Red Deer Area. The ideal candidate will have the following: • Journeyman Instrumentation Mechanic • CSTS (Version 0.9) • Dedication to safety; reflected in practice and experience • Excellent communication & organizational skills • Strong focus on customer satisfaction • Team player This position is Monday – Thursday, 10 hour days
Ideal candidate would have working knowledge of construction in a related field although on the job training will be provided. JCF is one of the industry’s most experienced flooring contractors in Western Canada, this is an opportunity not to be missed. For more information on this posting and Jensen Contract Flooring please go to www.jcfgroup.ca Please send resume’s to jensen@jcfgroup.ca
an automotive parts distributor is looking for an experienced
Automotive Parts Person. Good knowledge of automotive parts and good communication skills would be an asset. Competitive wages and company benefits. Only serious persons should apply. Send resume to 403-742-5415 or ben@bountyonsite.com. We thank all applicants for their submissions, but only those deemed qualified will be contacted. No phone calls please.
THIS?
Don’t waste time sifting through garbage online. Find what you need from a trusted source.
Starting Rate: $43.06/hour STUDON offers a competitive salary, and an opportunity to apply your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. Please forward your resume to the address below. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates interviewed will be contacted. STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. ATTN: Jon Skene Fax # 403-342-6505 Email: jskene@studon.com
Misc. Help
880
NOW hiring Summer Help for HS Students and nonstudents aged 17+ in your local city/town throughout central Alberta. Flexible Schedules with $17 guaranteed base pay, cust. sales/service, no experience necessary, we will train, conditions apply. Visit www.summeropenings.ca/rda or call 403-755-6711 to APPLY NOW!
Misc. Help
880
THE SALMON ARM CURLING CENTRE in British Columbia is accepting applications for Head Ice Technician. Successful applicant starts mid August for 2014/2015 season. Preference Level 2 certification or better, with ice making experience. Position includes ice installation, care/maintenance throughout season and year-end removal, along with some facility care duties. Season normally runs from first week of September to March. A competitive wage based on experience is being offered. Send resumes/ questions directly to President, Salmon Arm Curling Centre, Darcy Seghers dsrenos@telus.net.
880
is currently looking for a full time
FOAM APPLICATOR/ LABOURER H2S Alive, WHMIS, First Aid Required No experience necesssary. Will provide on the job training. Competitive wages
Fax resume to 403-742-5425 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Bumper to Bumper Stettler STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We are an industry leading Electrical & Instrumentation Contractor that prides itself in having committed and dedicated employees. We are currently hiring for the position of:
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.
Jensen Contract Flooring Ltd. in Big Valley, AB is currently looking for a self-motivated NCSO certified safety professional. This is a full time, permanent position. The successful candidate will be required to maintain our existing safety program.
Are looking for Aides to help in the kitchen and with housekeeping for all shifts • The County of Stettler Housing Authority is a not-for-profit organization which provides affordable housing for seniors and families in Stettler, Alberta and the surrounding area. • We are seeking Housekeeping and Kitchen Aides to work in our seniors’ lodges. • The ideal candidate has previous experience and a genuine desire to work with seniors. • We are looking for someone who is a good team worker who is hard working with good organization and strong communication skills. • Must be able to produce a Criminal Record Check. • Hourly rate of $14.91 - 19.83 with benefits according to our CUPE Collective Agreement. • This is a rewarding position with the opportunity to help the seniors in our communities.
Misc. Help
870
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB Starting wages: $28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers $24.75/hr - Tilesetters 40-50 hours per week Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certification. Please send qualified resumes only to jensenjobs@email.com or fax to 403-876-2554
Clarke Insurance Service Inc. is looking for an energetic and motivated individual to join our growing Stettler office as a Part Time Receptionist. The person who will be most effective in this position is someone who: – Strong customer focus – Excellent verbal and written communications skills – Strong Computer Skills Requirements – Related Post-Secondary education would be an sset – Excellent verbal and written communication skills – Must be confident and reliable, motivated and goal oriented
403.742.2395
Please drop off your resume at 4840 - 50 Street, Stettler or email it to Lindsey@clarkeinsurance.ca
OR THIS?
Thank you in advance for applying, only those who are granted an interview will be contacted.
Page 34
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
Business and Services Directory Automotive
1029
1010
Chapman and Co.
GALEN WIEBE
AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
Quality Collision Repair and Professional Service‌ Guaranteed!
Professional Accountants LLP
Find out more about us at: www.brennanautobody.com
Guy Chapman, CA Chris Annand, CA Kendra Walgenbach, CA Naomi Roth, CGA
4109 - 48 Avenue, Stettler
P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
1120
RAILSIDE DESIGN
Business Services #1000 - #1430
Accounting
Drafting & Design
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN
PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686 galen@railsidedesign.com
Eavestroughing
1130
JT AUTO BODY LTD. FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD.
5�Continuous Eaves “Gutter Clean� Leaf Protection
4606 - 40 St., Stettler
1054
403-742-3141
Call Barry Harvey
403-742-8838 *27 years experience*
www.numeratax.com
Electrical
Thorogood Pinches
TEL: 403-742-6277
Certified General Accountants
No. 5. 4707 - 42 Street Stettler, AB
&
C.R. GLASS
LTD.
Randy Long • Residential • Commercial • Automotive Needs
403-742-2520 4607 - 59 St., Stettler (Beside A & W)
1210
Health Care
1150
Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage
Contractors
1100
“Keeping people in Motion...�
Box 1595, tree ee et et, t, 4907 - 50 Street, AB Stettler AB info@leschert.net
G K D P
Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
403-742-4431 Toll free 1-877-742-4431 e-mail: gkdpca@gkdpca.com website:
www.gkdpca.com
-Residential -Commercial -Farm Buildings -Renovations
403-742-5111 Serving Stettler & Area since 1978
Buzz Andersen Serving Stettler area over 35 years
403-742-1330 Drafting & Design
1120
Flooring
1180
RV FLOORING SPECIALIST
403-742-4533
1193
M raftin D
Phone: 403-742-6612 Cell: 780-935-0540 Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca
-Gitzel Krejci Building
4912 - 51 Street Stettler, AB Open Mon. - Sat.
Bus.: 403-742-2553 Res.: 403-742-0370
Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON Comprehensive eye health and vision exams Top quality frames, lenses and contacts Treatment of eye disease, injuries and surgical co-management
Phone 403-742-2683 New patients welcome
Dr. E. LYNES
Legal Services
1260
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Lori R. Reule LL. B.
Stettler Professional Building 4819 51 Street
Misc. Services
1290
Plumbing & Heating
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.
Tru-Fence “Contact us for all your fencing needs�
• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services • Commercial and Residential • Water Conditioning & Pumps • 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize
Verle Klassen
Ph 403-741-4483 • Fax 403-742-4560 trufence@live.ca
Stettler Ph.
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
3R
403-742-5237
Yard Care
1430
Management
403-742-3007
BRIAN HALLETT LAWN & GARDEN CARE Town & Country Big or Small ‌WE DO IT ALL!
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB Phone 403-742-2529
1330
Good Fences Make Good Neighbours!
403-742-3411
Fax 403-742-2522
Personal Services
1315
Phone: 403-742-5830
ourlaw2@telus.net
Please leave a message if no answer
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443 Legal Services
Open Monday to Friday 9:00a.m to 4:00p.m. (Closed over lunch & on holidays)
1260
Gary G. Grant Law Office 4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
BRYON D. BALTIMORE
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+).
RUBBER DUCK YARD CARE
Phone: 403-742-4437
of McCuaig Desrochers
Barristers and Solicitors Advocates
Hauck Optometry & Hearing 5014 - 50 St., Stettler 403-742-4504
Misc. Services
1290
2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982
Misc. Services
1290
CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540
Misc. Services
1290
RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)
20 YEARS EXPERIENCE BONDABLE. 403-596-7025
House Plan Design Small Commercial Furnace Cleaning Shop Drawings As Builts erg Stettler Furnace ahlvbice t S a r Cleaning onik g Se
Chiropractor
One block East of Scotia Bank
All types of Electrical Installation & Maintenance Ph:403-742-5979 Fax:403-742-3656
DR. D.G. BECKLUND
4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta
M.S., R.Aud 4806 – 51 Ave., Stettler, AB 403-742-EARS(3277)
“If It’s Electrical We Do It�
1210
Health Care
Chiropractor
Jacquie Mvula,
4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)
• Locks repinned & installed • Windshields repaired & installed • Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors • All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628
PERFORMANCE
Phone 403-742-2869
Cabinet Makers
HEARTLAND GLASS
“Your Service Specialists�
Call Curt or Rob
4819 - 51 Street Stettler, AB
1196
5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
Phone: 403-742-3555
“Serving Stettler & area for yearsâ€? • Complete auto body repair & painting
Glass Shops
Tell them Danny Hooper sent you
)RON &ILTERS s 3OFTENERS s $ISTILLERS s 2EVERSE /SMOSIS h+ONTINUOUS 3HOKv #HLORINATOR 0ATENTED 7HOLE (OUSE 2EVERSE /SMOSIS 3YSTEM
12345 7ITHIN MILES OF %DMONTON 7ATER 7ELL $RILLING 2ED $EER #ALGARY .EW 'OVERNMENT WATER WELL GRANT STARTS !PRIL 4IME 0AYMENT 0LAN / ! # FOR WATER WELLS AND WATER TREATMENT
")' )2/.
Qualified and Reputable
View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at
403-742-3418
www.1800bigiron.com
• Power Rake • Aerate • Lawns ~ cut & trimmed
TOP REAL PSYCHICS Live. Accurate readings 24/7. Call now 1-877-342-3036; Mobile dial: # 4486; http://www.truepsychics.ca
Painters/ Decorators
1310
For personalized services call Lana Gross ~ 403-740-3595
Painters/ Decorators
STETTLER FLOORING
& Paint
Shane Mercier Owner/Manager
#2 4707 42nd Street Stettler, AB
403-742-5813
Fax: 403-742-5816 shane@stettlerooring.com
1310
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Misc. Help
880
Misc. Help
880
W.A. GRAIN & PULSE ACADEMIC Express SOLUTIONS ADULT EDUCATION is a growing grain export AND TRAINING company looking for someone to fill a full time FALL START LABOURER POSITION at its Bashaw/Warden locations. Duties will • Community Support include but not limited to Worker Program shipping/receiving of product. If interested • GED Preparation forward resume by fax to 780-372-4190 Would you like to take the or by email Attn Rob: GED in your community? robert.mcdonald@wagrain.ca or Travis: • Red Deer travis.hillaby@wagrain.ca • Rocky Mtn. House • Rimbey SWAMPERS F/T • Caroline needed immediately for a • Castor fast growing waste & • Sylvan Lake recycling company. • Innisfail Heavy lifting involved • Stettler (driver’s helper) position. • Ponoka Reliability essential. Own transportation required. Gov’t of Alberta Funding Please email resumes to may be available. canpak@xplornet.ca 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca CHEETAH SANDBLASTING & PAINTING Requires Sandblasters & Painters, entry level $20/hr. Experienced $30/hr. plus Fax resume to 403-742-3887 or email: vgeorge@telusplanet.net
Misc. Help
Page 35
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
PUT YOUR EXPERIENCE to work - The job service for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Free for candidates. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll free 1-855-286-0306. SIX FIGURES. If you’re not making $30,000 per month call today. 1-800-600-3840 BioRIFx, Inc.
880 Klassen Construction Is seeking a
Carpenter’s Helper Willing to apprentice the right individual.
Call Darcy at 403-741-4688.
Misc. Help
Misc. Help
880
880
Stettler Rentals is seeking to fill the following full time positions:
OFFICE ASSISTANT: The successful applicant will preform a variety of tasks including- light duty bookkeeping, data entry, inventory management, telephone answering, filing and merchandising. Strong typing and computer skills are required.
• • ! " • # $ • % • & " " " " • ! • ' ( " • )* + , • - • )* . " " " / • ! && !
! "
!# $ "% &" % '( ) * $ "
YARD WORKER: The successful applicant will fulfill a variety of tasks including washing, cleaning, loading and unloading of equipment, light duty mechanical work, cutting steel, and assisting customers. Some heavy lifting required. To join our team please fax your resume to 403-742-8777 or email darryl@stettlerrentals.com
Employment Training
900
MÉTIS INTERPRETIVE ASSISTANCE GUIDE PROGRAM 12345
Interested in a career in Interpretive Guides / Group Leaders in Environment? We’re looking for MÊtis youth between 15–17 who attending school on a regular basis for this two week camp. Space is limited, so apply today! Application Deadline: August 1, Call: 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler, are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.
Candor Realty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Snowden
NEW RED WILLOW - Ideal home for young family just starting out. 4 bdrms, main floor laundry, 2 fireplaces and all on 6 lots. Â Very Affordable. $124,900.
Stettler’s Best Read Real Estate Section Reaches Buyers and Sellers Where They Live, Work and Farm
4908 - 51 Street OPEN HOUSE
Open House at 4210 - 62 St. Thursday, July 10, 5:30 to 7:00 Your Hostess: Karen Cannady
Karen Cannady
NEW
1.6 ACRES right in the village of Botha. Very spacious 4 bdrm home with nice hardwood floors. Â Close to school. Needs a little TLC. $229,000.
REDUCED
REDUCED
REDUCED
IMPRESSIVE 5 bdrm/3 bath home @ Scenic Sands. Â Wrap-around deck, walk-out basement and stunning outdoor features. $599,000.
WEST PARK ESTATES - 2 bdrm condo, open concept, main floor laundry and nice covered deck.Enjoy maintenance free living.$249,000.
4 BDRM. BUNGALOW close to shopping. Upgraded kitchen, but still needs some work and TLC. Dbl garage and fenced. Bring your ideas. $220,000.
MEADOWLANDS
DONALDA
MEADOWLANDS - 6 bdrms and over 4,000 sq. ft. of living space in this quality built home. Finished from top to bottom. $499,000.
GREAT FAMILY HOME with over 1,900 sq. ft. of living space with 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. Attached garage and large yard for the kids. $169,000
FULLY FINISHED
FULLY FINISHED FAMILY HOME with 3
bdrms/2 baths. Close to all amenities. Double detached garage and fenced yard. $237,500. Locally owned & operated
Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings
Page 36 Misc. Help
880
Dormitory Assistant - Golden Hills International Program GOLDEN HILLS SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 75 is accepting applications for the position of Dormitory Assistant in Drumheller, AB. The Dormitory Assistant will report to the Dormitory Supervisor and assist with the following: •
•
• •
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
Supervising dormitory students and enforcing dormitory rules, regulations and schedules Developing a rapport with students to meet their social and cultural needs Maintaining a positive dorm atmosphere for students Guiding evening and weekend activities
This position commences September 1, 2014, and can include accommodation and meals in addition to a monthly salary.
Building Supplies
1550
STEEL BUILDINGS. Summer meltdown sale! 20x20 $5,419. 25x26 $6,485. 30x30 $8,297. 32x34 $9,860. 40x48 $15,359. 47x68 $20,558. Front & back wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Auctions
Human Resources Department Golden Hills School Division No. 75 435A Highway No. 1 Strathmore, AB TP 1J4 Phone: 403-934-5121 Fax: 403-934-5124 or 403-934-5125 e-mail: humanresources@ghsd75.ca
Household Appliances
1570
WHITE 30” electric range $75; medium size frost free fridge $75; 10’ bottom kitchen cupboards $75, items in Stettler 403-340-2727
THIS WEEK’S EYE SPY WINNER IS Darlene Crocker Please come into the Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
Firewood
Office Supplies
1800
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11
10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
1660
Misc. for Sale
LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346 SEASONED SPLIT FIREWOOD 4.5 kms. West of Stettler Call 403-323-0744
1710
1760 $48/case
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
Shop Stettler & Save!
403-742-2395
1530 Agricultural #2000 - #2290
e Squeezthe MOST out of your advertising dollars Place your ad in this newspaper and12345 province wide $ with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...
The dormitory assistant will provide supervision primarily on evenings and weekends based on a schedule. The successful applicant should have good interpersonal skills and enjoy working with youth. Experience working with children is an asset. Criminal and Child Welfare checks will be required. Please submit resume to the undersigned on or before 12:00 p.m. on August 1, 2014.
Cameras & Accessories
995 plus GST/HST
Value Ad Network
Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association toll free 1-800-282-6903 x228 email andrea@awna.com or visit this community newspaper
Misc. Help
Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Horse/Stock Trailers
2170
HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings, spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring. Pick up & delivery avail. HORSE SHOE TRAILER MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA 403-884-2173 403-430-0504
Grain, Feed Hay
2190
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
Suites
For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
FOR RENT Moblie Home with large garden shed 3 Bedroom, close to downtown $950+Utilities No pets, no smoking
880
Stettler
House, 3 Bedroom with office and basement $1300+utilities No pets, no smoking
Call 403-741-9695 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.
We are searching for
All Positions
to join our team at our new Stettler location! We offer a competitive salary, flexible shifts, benefits to eligible employees and exciting opportunities for career advancement.
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
Building Supplies
Starting wage is based on previous experience. Candidates must be 18 years of age.
1550
METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254.
Please forward resumes/applications (MS Word format) to:
E: darcy.walker@sobeys.com Store: 4607 - 50th Street, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0
3060
2 BEDROOM SUITE IN ADULT BUILDING 30+. Very quiet & well maintained. No pets, no smoking, $795/mo., $795 d.d., includes heat, water, 1 parking stall. Available immediately Ken @ 403-350-9243. BEST RENTAL VALUE IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. 1 Bedroom, $800/mo. 2 Bedroom, $1100/mo. D.D. $200. Avail. immediately Kimberly 403-690-5828
Storage Space
3160
STETTLER MINI STORAGE Household, furniture, business records, etc. Various sizes. Protected by security alarm and fenced and lighted perimeter. Owner: Reg and Darlene Hunter 403-740-9283 or 403-742-3153
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Houses For Sale
4020
MAIN floor duplex for rent. Quiet neighbourhood in Grandview, 3 bedrooms, includes washer/dryer, $800/mo. + utilities + SD. 403-742-9885.
Condos/ Townhouses
3030
STETTLER, AVAILABLE AUG. 1ST Great location, 3 bdrm townhouse, 5 appliances, 1.5 baths, 1135 sq. ft. $900/mo./S.D. + utilities. Call 403-741-4044
Suites
3060
L A R G E One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005 1 BEDROOM SUITE FOR RENT. Quiet neighbourhood close to Rec Center. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, microwave. Separate entrance. Available immediately. $650/month plus damage deposit. Please call 403-742-8407
2000 SQ.FT. HOME
in a remarkable community in Sundre. Custom built kitchen w/fireplace, library, office/den. Backs onto park & creek. $378,000. Bareland condo. No snow shoveling or yard work., $100/mo. 43 yrs +. 403-638-4247
Manufactured Homes
4090
SHOWHOME SALE. Substantial savings to be had! Need room for whole new display! Visit Grandview Modular Red Deer to see the quality and craftsmanship that set us apart. 1-855-347-0417; www. grandviewmodular.com; terry @grandviewmodular.com TWO bedroom trailer for sale. Comes with an insulated porch, air conditioner, washer and dryer and household furniture (optional). Asking $16,000. In addition, one very large two bedroom trailer for sale. Asking $21,000. No Reasonable Offer Refused! Phone 403-742-8789.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
4130
Cottages/Resort Property
GULL LAKE COUNTRY HOMES AND LOTS FOR SALE. Lake view and treed acreages. Open House Saturday and Sunday 10-8. www.deerepark.ca 1-877-518-7275.
LAKE FRONT LOTS FOR SALE
PINE LAKE - ALBERTA Lots have been developed to house recreational vehicles or park model. SEASONAL LOT RENTALS “Cheapest in the area” $3000/seasonal 306-402-7776 www.sandycovepinelake.com
Businesses For Sale
4140
TURN-KEY CAR WASH for sale at busy highway intersection in Killam. Modern truck and car wash with 3 big repair service bays. This is a great business opportunity in an oil patch area. $1,830,000. MLS# E1021877. Norman Hill. 780-449-5622. Cell 780-903-6199. www.hillrealty.ca.
Money To Loan
4430
Motorhomes
5100
DO YOU NEED TO BORROW MONEY - NOW? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.
DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500 BBB rated A+
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com
6010
Public Notices
Transportation #5000-5300
2002 FORD Dynamax (B Plus) 25’, 25,000 mi. A1 cond., E450, V10, loaded, rear 3 pc bath, power bed slide-out. $31,500. 587-876-2308
Box 280 (5031 - 50 St.) Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 www.stettler.net
ADULTS/CHILDREN ANONYMOUS
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NOTICE
Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. For more info Kira & Ian FCSS, 403-742-2339
Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
1.
403-742-4271; 403-742-1887 403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271
AL-ANON
Public Notice #6000
Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP 403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
2.
403-742-2337
6010
Public Notices
BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION 403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance)
Estate of
COCAINE ANONYMOUS
PAUL TREMBLE ALSO KNOW AS PAUL ROBERT TREMBLE
Pager toll-free (20 sec. response time) 1-403-357-6266
who died on February 7, 2014
If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by August 18, 2014 with
Brenda Anderson at
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
Bay 5, 5002 51 Ave. Box 190, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
4020 Thursday, July 10 5:30pm - 7:00pm 4302 - 66 Street Meadowlands 2006 Starter Home Large Yard. MLS #CA0039260 Jill Fisher 4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED
403-742-3344
Brenda 403-742-3067
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS 403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT 403-742-6568
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
McDonald’s Fast Food Restaurant 2795-2014 Lot 4, Block 3, Plan 3175TR 6810 - 50 Avenue Lisa Brumm Cantilever Rack with Metal Backing
You may appeal this decision by serving written notice of appeal to the Secretary of the Stettler Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, P.O. Box 280, Stettler, Alberta prior to 4:30 p.m. July 23, 2014. For further information, please phone 403-742-8305. Leann Graham Planning & Development Services
Public Notices
6010
Hot Line 403-342-1444
STETTLER & AREA ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY (STABIS) For more information phone 403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICT FOOD BANK SOCIETY Kathy Elaine Willis -Williams 403-742-4567 403-742-2745 Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745 4820 - 51 Street
RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org
STETTLER HANDIBUS 403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM 403-742-2337
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS 403-742-2337
STETTLER READ & WRITE OFFICE 403-742-2999
NOTICE OF TENDER STETTLER AREA FARMLAND The following properties, located in the County of Stettler No. 6 (Stettler Area) are being offered for sale by tender: First Property: North East Quarter, Section 34 , Township 39, Range 20, W4 EXECPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 63.99 HECTARES (157.99 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 2014 Taxes $453.79 Second Property: North West Quarter, Section 34 , Township 39, Range 20, W4 EXECPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 63.59 HECTARES (157 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 2014 Taxes $521.07 7000 Bushels of Grain Storage. Third Property: South East Quarter, Section 34 , Township 39, Range 20, W4 EXECPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.80 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 2014 Taxes $502.95 Fourth Property: South West Quarter, Section 34 , Township 39, Range 20, W4 EXECPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.40 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 2014 Taxes $545.21 Third and Fourth Properties receive $3100 surface lease revenue annually between the two properties. Possession date upon completion of 2014 harvest.
(Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Grace – 403-742-0681 Vivian – 403-742-3935
Will favor Tenders for all four Quarters over and above single parcels. The Properties are offered for sale free and clear of all financial encumbrances.
VICTIM SERVICE
Tenders in sealed envelopes marked “Nichols – Section 34-39-20 W4” accompanied by a certified cheque made payable to Schnell Hardy Jones for ten percent (10%) of the amount of the tender to be in the hands of the Schnell Hardy Jones, Box 1240, 4902 51 Street, Stettler, in the province of Alberta, by twelve o’clock noon, on Friday, the 29th day of August, 2014.
403-741-7841 CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND?
12345
No: Legal Description: Municipal Address: Applicant: Proposed Development:
2794-2014 Lot 3, Block 3, Plan 3175TR 6710 - 50 Avenue IBI Group - Heather Sewell
403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
T.O.P.S.
5030
No: Legal Description: Municipal Address: Applicant: Proposed Development:
780-672-1035
STETTLER CITIZENS ON PATROL
OPEN HOUSE
6010
Community Support Services
(formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
4190
Cars
Public Notices
403-742-0990
Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 Mortgages SUV’s................................5040 Bought/Sold Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 DO YOU OWN Vans/Buses ......................5070 REAL ESTATE? Motorcycles ......................5080 I offer 1st & 2nd mortgages Campers ..........................5090 with no credit check. Motorhomes......................5100 Get approved today. 5th Wheels........................5110 Call 1-866-405-1228 Holiday Trailers ................5120 or email: info@ firstandsecondmortgages.ca Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Financial Recreational Vehicle #4400 - #4430 Rental ..............................5220 Investments ......................4410 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Money Wanted ................4420 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 Money to Loan ................4430 RV’s ..................................5300
Houses For Sale
Page 37
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTRE Residents of Stettler and the surrounding area now have access to this free and confidential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government services, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.
Just Dial - 403-742-1155
The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Schnell Hardy Jones within Thirty (30) days after the acceptance of tender. If the successful Tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of his tender, the deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. All tenders to be approved by Roger and Barb Nichols. Cheques of unsuccessful Tenderers will be returned. DATED at the Town of Stettler, in the Province of Alberta, this 2nd day of July, 2014.
WHAT CAN THE CLASSIFIEDS DO FOR YOU??? Coming Events Obituaries Memorials Pets Lost/Found Classes Vacation Homes Personals Fitness Arts/Crafts Realtors Babysitters Condos Volunteers Career Planning Legal Aid Tutors Oilfield Announcements Trades Vehicles Public Notices Rentals Acreages Motorcycles Business Opportunities Cottages Livestock Grain/Feed/Hay Tractors Pasture land Campers/RVs Extra Income Security Registrations Meetings Repairs Farmers Markets Trade Fairs Rodeos & MUCH MORE!
Page 38 Public Notices
Independent CLASSIFIEDS
6010 County of of Stettler Stettler No. County No. 6 6
6602 -- 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box Box 1270, 1270, 6602 Stettler, AB AB T0C Stettler, T0C2L0 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE PUBLIC PUBLIC NOTICE
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVED
PUBLIC HEARING
Take notice that the Council of the County of Stettler No. 6 will hold a Public Hearing to hear representation concerning the proposed Bylaws: BYLAW 1519-14, providing for the following amendments to the County of Stettler’s Land Use Bylaw: a) making minor changes to clarify wording in relation to Clustered Farm Dwellings, duties of the Development Officer, variance authority of the Municipal Planning Commission, development permit deemed approved for developments on behalf of or by a federal, provincial or municipal government, secondary suites, and the definitions of farm building, lot line (front, side and rear) and yard (front, side and rear, and a number of other matters; b) creating a Manufactured Home Park (MHP) District to accommodate existing manufactured home park development and provide for the establishment of new manufactured home park development; c) changing the names of Direct Control District 1, 3 and 4 respectively to the Country Residence Equestrian District, the Resort Residential District - Golfing Estate and the Highway Mixed Use District, and converting these districts from direct control into regular land use districts; d) deleting Direct Control District No. 2 and incorporating its content into the Resort Residential – Communally Serviced (RRCS) District; e) re-writing the regulations governing the use of a Recreational Vehicle as a dwelling unit in order to, as agreed, align these with the regulations in the land use bylaws of the Summer Village of White Sands and the Summer Village of Rochon Sands; and f) revising the regulations for Contractor’s Business – Home Based by introducing a non-home based option. BYLAW 1530-14, providing for the rezoning of a portion of Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1325408 (new lot numbers Lots __ Block__ Plan 142____) containing 1.51 acres, more or less, from ‘A’ Agricultural District to the ‘HR’ Hamlet Residential District; to rezone a portion of Lot 2REM Block 16 Plan 1122947 (new lot numbers Lots __ Block__ Plan 142____) containing 3.7 acres, more or less, from ‘A’ Agricultural District to the ‘HR’ Hamlet Residential District; to rezone a portion of Lot C Plan 2348EO (new lot numbers Lots __ Block__ Plan 142____) containing 10 acres, more or less, from ‘A’ Agricultural District to the ‘HR’ Hamlet Residential District; and to rezone a portion of Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1325408 (new lot number Lot__PUL Block__ Plan 142____) containing 1.51 acres, more or less, from ‘A’ Agricultural District to the ‘PS’ Public Services District. The public may inspect a copy of the amending bylaw at the County Administration Building during regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Public Hearing will be held Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 1:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as possible, in Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. Receipt of written submissions in support or opposing this bylaw must be submitted to the Development Officer, County of Stettler, Box 1270, Stettler, AB. T0C 2L0 by 4:30 on Tuesday, July 22, 2014. Dated: July 4, 2014 Jacinta Donovan Development Officer
PUBLIC NOTICE
Take notice that the County of Stettler No. 6 Council Meeting scheduled for July 9, 2014 has been rescheduled to July 23, 2014. The County of Stettler No. 6 Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 following the Municipal Planning Commission and the Agricultural Services Meetings, in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. Tim Fox, Chief Administrative Officer
This paper is
100Re%cyclable
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
DO YOUR
PART
RECYCLE
YOUR
PAPER!
It’s all in the wrist My grandfather used to say that handshakes were important and the way you delivered one said a lot about you. If Papa were alive today, I wonder what he would have said about Fred. After a few text exchanges, coordinating play dates between our kids, I met Fred in person. I smiled, told him I was happy to finally meet him and extended my hand. Instead of looking me in the eye or smiling in response he blurted out an agitated “Ya, hi,” grabbed my index finger, and awkwardly shook that a few times. At first I wondered if he was joking. I’ve received some questionable handshakes over the years, but no one had ever singled out just one of my fingers to shake before. He wasn’t joking though. He was either in a rush and accidentally zeroed in on the one digit, or he was in extreme need of a lesson on how to give a proper greeting. So, on the off-chance he reads this column and the latter is the truth, here’s some advice for you Fred: learn to give a better handshake. It’s so easy a kid can do it. My children were in preschool when I first taught them. “Offer your hand with your fingers together and straight, and your thumb high,” I coached them. “When the other person’s thumb is locked next to yours, grip their hand and shake once or twice.” The first time my son tried it he squeezed my hand so tight I let out a yelp. Impressive strength for a little kid, but it wasn’t how I wanted him to present himself in the future. This physical greeting should show confidence and enthusiasm, but it shouldn’t overpower the other person. It should
also be accompanied by eye contact and a smile, when appropriate. “What about this thing?” my daughter asked, referring to her left arm. “Do I just leave it hanging here like a monkey?” “Sure you can,” I replied. “Or you can touch the other person on their arm or do a double handshake cupping the shaking hands from underneath.” “Like this?” she asked, demonstrating the second option and looking like a mini politician. “Whatever feels comfortable,” I replied. “Just remember to look the other person in the eye and use their name if you know it. People like hearing their own name.” To illustrate what not to do, I showed them a few of the common bad handshakes I’ve been subjected to - such as the “dead fish” - where the person’s hand lies limply in yours. Or the “hanger-on” - who holds your hand too long. Or, as my son had already tried on me, the “bone crusher” who squeezes too tight. “A bad handshake is memorable,” I explained. “But for the wrong reasons. Make it a good one and you’ll make a good first impression.” My grandfather was a captain in the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II and a businessman in the logging industry after that. When he explained the importance of handshakes and how wars have ended and business deals have begun based on a great shake of the hand, I paid attention. And now my kids are paying attention. Finger Freddy should too. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Page 39
Independent COLUMNS
Harper shares concerns on property rights A sign the Calgary Stampede is underway are the number of breakfasts and BBQ’s that take place daily throughout the city. This past Saturday, the Prime Minster Stephen Harper’s Constituency Association Board held their annual Stampede BBQ at Heritage Park. The over 900 people in attendance were treated to a very enthusiastic and powerful address from the Prime Minister. Stephen Harper’s message at the annual Stampede BBQ was a clear one - success for those who are willing to achieve with integrity! Canada deserves better and with the necessary steps, not necessarily the easy or the most popular steps we-will get there. Harper referred to the track record of the failed Liberal promises, some of which the current government is still trying to help Canada recover from. His message was a clear illustration of the past record of failures left behind by the previous administra-
Rick Strankman MLA DRUMHELLER - STETTLER tion. Canada’s roll as an ‘economic beacon’ to the rest of the world has only come to fruition through sound policies and sensible fiscal management. The reminder that Canada is considered to have the most enviable middle - class standard of living in the world, was well received by the crowd; the vast majority of who fall into that very economic class. Leadership is a very important key to suc-
cess. Popularity and platforms are good for messages - although when hollow; positions of power are no place for these people. Mr. Harper cited many examples of failings; quoting their own words - showing yet again - the words of his opponents’ are hollow and meaningless, without the actions to back them up. A great many of us have had grave concerns over Property Rights in Alberta in which Prime Minister Harper has shown a strong position on; not only for Albertans, but for all Canadians. He spoke of policy changes that will ensure another Property Right: the right to possess legal firearms; which means ensuring that there will be no long-arm registry in perpetuity. Harper said, he and his team have taken steps to ensure that no backdoor bureaucratic deals will be made to sneak in legislation against firearm owners; especially farmers, ranchers, and long-arms owners.
When a strong, capable, and knowledgeable leader presents itself - all parties are able to recognize the power of government and common good, opposed to separation. It is always great to have the invite and know there are those in elected government working for the people who put them there. To quote Stephen Harper: “We have taken the necessary steps, not always the easier popular steps to get us there, and JustinTrudeau has nothing; absolutely nothing of substance to offer. Canada deserves better, Canada’s getting better.” Albertans deserve better and Alberta’s getting better under Stephen Harper’s guidance. A huge shout-out to our own Crowfoot MP, Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State for Finance, who acted as the Master of Ceremonies; you did a fantastic job and represented the riding admirably.
Charities punished by anti-spam law Sensible laws, which this is not, target bad behaviour, not render all behaviours bad until proven good By Derek James TROY MEDIA COLUMNIST Canada’s anti-spam law came into force on July 1, 2014. Everyone calls it “CASL” since its real name is an unwieldy 52 words long. Proponents have touted CASL as a giant leap for economic efficiency in e-commerce by making spam illegal. And CASL does list the promotion of “efficiency” as its purpose. But contrary to the good results this efficiency may bring, CASL could have a decimating effect on charities. Here’s how. Of all the prohibitions in CASL, the one most significant for charities is the prohibition on sending a so-called “commercial electronic message” (CEM) without the prior consent of the recipient. This includes all messages sent by text, sound, voice, or image to an email address, telephone account, and even instant messaging account. This is supposed to prevent spam. Effectively, what it does is make all non-personal electronic messages illegal, unless you can find an exemption somewhere in the CASL or its regulations. This is the inverse of what sensible legislation does. Sensible laws target bad behaviour, not render all behaviours bad until proven good. Also, a single email sent to a single recipient can run afoul of the law because there is nothing in CASL saying that spam must have multiple recipients, multiple iterations, or the like. The consequences of this prohibition will be particularly burdensome for charities. CASL contains no definition of “commercial”, instead defining a “commercial activity” as deeds performed with or without the expectation of profit - even though a dictionary will confirm that “commercial” is inherently tied to the expectation of profit. And as a result, we are left to ferret out for ourselves CASL’s idiosyncratic use
of “commercial”. This is an enormous source of confusion. Had CASL relied on the dictionary definition, charities could rest assured it does not apply to them since they are noncommercial by nature. And that would be a perfectly reasonable conclusion since CASL contains no definition of “commercial”. In fact, many charitable organizations have continued operations as normal unaware that CASL has hung over them the sword of Damocles. Simply put, CASL does apply to charities. During the government’s public consultations about CASL, some members of the charitable sector argued that compliance would be too onerous for small charities with limited resources.
It complicates fundraising. It restricts how volunteers are contacted. It makes volunteer board member training more complex since each now needs to understand the ins and outs of CASL. The government responded by including a fundraising exemption specifically for charities (sorry, non-profits, you’re not included). As a result, when the primary purpose of a CEM is fundraising, a registered charity may send it without the prior consent of recipients. Note that since charities have been granted a limited exemption, the intention must be for the rest of CASL to apply to charities. As it stands, the only other times that CASL permits charities to send CEMs is when recipients have previously provided
explicit consent or have implicitly consented by volunteering or donating within the last two years. All other CEMs are illegal, unless another of CASL’s convoluted exemptions applies. As someone who works in the charitable sector, I know that this will change the way that our work is done - and change it for the worse. Many of the electronic messages relied upon by charities will suddenly become illegal. Plus, with the possibility of a $10 million administrative monetary penalty for failure to comply, CASL will have a chilling effect on how charities contact the interested public by electronic means - this is the opposite of innovation. Effectively, CASL interferes with the institutional property of charities by making it illegal for them to contact people on their own email distribution lists. This is devastating since these lists are often the result of years of labour and form a large part of the value of an organization. CASL also interferes with the ability of individuals to express themselves freely and to associate with others. And we are meant to believe that this interference will somehow promote efficiency in e-commerce? Not in the charitable sector. Why has the government done this? It’s difficult to believe that charities are so greatly impeding the efficiency of e-commerce in Canada that a law is necessary. So why punish them? Why should CASL interfere with otherwise legitimate charitable activities? Likely it’s just sloppy legislation. What is most frustrating about this is that all the government needed to do was include a short provision exempting charities. It was just that simple. But then, common sense has never been the government’s forte. Derek James From is a Calgary-based lawyer practising constitutional law with the Canadian Constitution Foundation.
NE W !
ON NOW AT YOUR ALBERTA CHEVROLET DEALERS. AlbertaChevrolet.com 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase or lease of a new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LS (1SA), 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LT (1SA/MH8), 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD (1SA), 2014 Chevrolet Trax LS FWD (1SA/KPK) equipped as described. Freight ($1,600) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Alberta Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. See dealer for details. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on all eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1,500 credit available on eligible Chevrolet vehicles. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013/2014 model year Chevrolet car, SUV or crossover and 2015 model year Silverado HD, Suburban and Tahoe models delivered in Canada between July 1, 2014 and July 31, 2014. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. * Offer available to retail customers in Canada between July 1, 2014 and July 31, 2014. Applies to new 2014 Chevrolet models, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD Pickups and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban models, excluding Chevrolet Corvette, at participating dealers in Canada. Employee price excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer administration fee, fees associated with fi ling at movable property registry/PPSA fees, duties, and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. ‡ 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank or RBC Royal Bank for 84/36/36/60/60 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Cruze (excluding Diesel), Sonic, Malibu, Camaro (excluding Z28) and Equinox. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $119/$167/$278 for 84/60/36 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Limited time offer, which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ‡‡ 0.9%/2.9%/0.9% for 48 month lease available on all 2014 Cruze (excluding Diesel)/2014 Equinox /2014 Trax based on approved credit by GM Financial. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: 2014 Cruze 1LT lease pricing including Freight and Air Tax is $19,679 at 0.9% APR, with $600 down payment, bi-weekly payments are $99 for 48 months. Total obligation is $10,913 plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $9,284. † $500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the purchase, finance and lease offers on 2014 Equinox LS, and is applicable to retail customers only. An additional $1,350 manufacturer to dealer cash delivery credit has been applied to the cash purchase offer on 2014 Equinox LS. Other credits available on select models. Offer ends July 31, 2014. ¥ $1,500/$500 manufacturer to dealer lease cash available on 2014 Cruze LT/Equinox LS and has been applied to the offer. > Based on WardsAuto.com 2012 Upper Small segment, excluding Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. Standard 10 airbags, ABS, traction control and StabiliTrak. ~ Visit onstar.ca for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After complimentary trial period, an active OnStar service plan is required. *^ U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are a part of the National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. + The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. ¥¥ Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded all 2014 Equinox models the 2014 Top Safety Pick Award. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety also awarded Equinox LTZ/2LT models with standard/available Forward Collision Alert the 2014 Top Safety Pick Plus Award. ** Comparison based on 2013 Polk segmentation: Compact SUV and latest competitive data available and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ++ 2014 Chevrolet Equinox FWD equipped with standard 2.4L ECOTEC® I-4 engine. Comparison based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2014 Fuel Consumption Guide. ^^ Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.
Page 40
Independent ADVERTISING
EMPLOYEE
PRICING
YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY ON 2014 MODELS excludes Corvette
2014 CRUZE
$
16,882
CRUZE 1LS CRUZE 1LT AIR & AUTO
EMPLOYEE PRICE*
EMPLOYEE LEASE‡‡
INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI
¥¥
EMPLOYEE PRICE*
$
19,524
INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI
• 1.4 L TURBOCHARGED ENGINE • AIR CONDITIONING • BLUETOOTH® OR STEP UP TO
46 MPG HIGHWAY
6.1L/100 KM HWY | 9.2L/100 KM CITY
OR
$ $
SAFETY, EFFICIENCY AND INNOVATION ALL ROLLED INTO ONE: 1LT GIVES YOU MORE:
• BEST-IN-CLASS SAFETY WITH 10 AIRBAGS> • POWER WINDOWS & LOCKS WITH REMOTE ENTRY • SIRIUS XM RADIO™ • ONSTAR®~ • AIR CONDITIONING • 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION • BLUETOOTH® • CRUISE CONTROL
14071MP0, 14071MN0, 14071MS0
On All Equinox ¥¥
With Optional Forward Collision Alert available on 2LT; standard on LTZ models
LTZ MODEL SHOWN
PLUS
COMPLETE CARE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS RECEIVE
A SUMMER BONUS UP TO
2 $
1,500†† PLUS
+
PLUS
COMPLIMENTARY
YEARS/40,000 KM
OIL CHANGES
^^
HURRY, EMPLOYEE PRICING ENDS JULY 31ST ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS RECEIVE
A SUMMER BONUS UP TO
ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS RECEIVE
A SUMMER BONUS UP TO
5
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
SUMMER BONUS: ELIGIBLE OWNERS RECEIVE UP TO $1,500††
PLUS
%
0 84 FOR UP TO
MONTHS
PURCHASE FINANCING ON ‡ SELECT 2014 MODELS
EMPLOYEE PRICE*
$
24,951
- BEST-IN-CLASE REAR SEAT LEGROOM** - BETTER HWY FUEL ECONOMY THAN ESCAPE, RAV4 AND CRV++
$
OR EMPLOYEE LEASE‡‡
INCLUDES $1,850 CASH CREDIT†, FREIGHT & PDI LEASE EFFECTIVE RATE: 4.16%
P O W E RT R A I N
YEARS/160,000 KM
WARRANT Y
^
$
ONLY UNTIL JULY 31ST
*^
BI-WEEKLY FOR 48 MONTHS WITH $600 DOWN BASED ON LEASE PRICE OF $19,679 INCLUDES $1,500 LEASE CASH¥,, FREIGHT & PDI
99 AT 0 5-Star Safety Ratings
.9%
More Stars. Safer Cars.
52 MPG HIGHWAY 5.4 L/100 KM HWY | 8.2 L/100 KM CITY
$
1,500†† LTZ MODEL SHOWN
2014 EQUINOX LS FWD
BI-WEEKLY FOR 48 MONTHS WITH $2,600 DOWN BASED ON A LEASE PRICE OF $25,801 INCLUDES $500 CASH CREDIT†, $500 LEASE CASH¥, FREIGHT & PDI
139 AT 2.9%
FULLY LOADED WITHOUT UNLOADING YOUR WALLET
- 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - AIR CONDITIONING
2014 TRAX LS FWD ~
EMPLOYEE LEASE‡‡
99 AT 0.9%
BI-WEEKLY FOR 48 MONTHS WITH $2,350 DOWN OFFER INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI
FUN MEETS FUNCTIONAL
• STABILITRAK ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM
LTZ MODEL SHOWN
1,500††
50 MPG HIGHWAY
5.7L/100 KM HWY | 7.8 L/100 KM CITY
5
YEARS/160,000 KM
R O A D S I D E
ASSISTANCE ^
ALBERTACHEVROLET.COM