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Ponoka Kinette Club.... serving our community for 66 years Story on page 5

Playing and learning at once Serenity Casey enjoys some playtime Monday, Oct. 20 during the grand opening of the Parent Link Centre. Many parents, accompanied with their children enjoyed the official opening of the new space. Please see our story on page 10. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Council refuses to lobby feds on Canada Post changes BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Town councillors declined a request to send a letter to the federal government to reverse

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changes in Canada Post’s operations. The request came from the Canadian Union of Provincial Workers (CUPW) to councillors during their regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 14. It states recent changes have increased postage fees to users and proposed changes include eliminating door-to-door delivery in cities and closing or downsizing post offices. Only Councillors Teri Underhill and Tim Falkiner were in favour of the request to write the letter. Coun. Carla Prediger felt council’s job is not to advocate for an enterprise such as Canada Post. “I do not support this decision whatsoever,” Prediger said. Coun. Loanna Gulka did not feel the Town of Ponoka will face these issues as there are three

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places residents can get their post in town. One is the main post office and the other two are satellite locations at Rexal and Shoppers Drug Mart, the latter deals with rural package pick up and both offer postal services. Mayor Bonnett says he can’t remember the last time there was home delivery in Ponoka and feels this is an issue outside of the town’s scope and Canada Post must deal with it. “They’re their own corporation. They run themselves.” Falkiner disagreed. “This isn’t a big deal, writing a letter to the minister asking for support.” A second request from the union was to write to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to lobby the federal government to consult with the public about what kind of postal service they need before allowing Canada Post to make changes. Bonnett asked to amend the request to be sent to Canada Post rather than the federal government. Council voted in favour of the

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amended request six to one with Gulka voting against it. Home delivery was terminated Oct. 20. Signing and credit card authorization With Rachel Kunz as the new CAO for the Town of Ponoka, councillors approved a town credit card for her use. There were previously two credit cards with a limit of $30,000 to cover costs of items that require a credit card purchase and for events such as councillors and administration being sent to conferences. The other two holders of the town-authorized cards are the mayor and the director of corporate services. Councillors also approved Kunz and Sandra Lund, accounting officer for the Town of Ponoka, to be added as bank signing authorities for the town. With Betty Quinlan, Director of Corporate Services, they make up three signing authorities for the town of Ponoka.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Intoxicated man found hiding in bedroom closet BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Police responded to a call of an intoxicated man in a home screaming and throwing items around a house in Ponoka. The call came in Sunday, Oct. 19 at 2 a.m. that a drunken man was in a home and creating a scene. He was on conditions not to be within two blocks of the home, not to drink alcohol and not to be within contact of the person at the home. Police found the man hiding in the bedroom closet and he was charged with breach of conditions. Ponoka man attempts bribery One member of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit was surprised to receive an offer of $100 not to tow a suspect’s vehicle last week. The driver, a 21-year-old man from Ponoka, was stopped after having an expired registration on a Cadillac de Ville. The Cadillac had invalid insurance and when the officer said the vehicle would be towed, the Ponoka man offered $100. He was charged with offering a bribe. Vandalism to cars in Riverside area A night of spray painting on nine vehicles in the Riverside area has police investigating the incidents. The calls of spray paint on vehicles were reported to the police on the morning of Oct. 19. Suspects used orange and green spray paint in an area extending from 39 Avenue to 50 Avenue. Rimbey man arrested for impaired driving Members of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit pulled over a vehicle Thursday, Oct. 16 in Ponoka after noticing the brake lights weren’t working. The driver, a 27-year-old man from Rimbey, was found to have slurred speech and police say he appeared confused. He provided two blood-alcohol samples of .16 and .15. Driving suspension for Ponoka man Celebrating over 50 years of travel excellence! est. 1961

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Do you encourage people around you? Who doesn’t love to receive encouragement? Whether it comes in the form of a pat on the back, a congratulatory note, a surprise gift or a simple thank you; everyone appreciates encouragement. The Bible tells a story in which King David had gone on a campaign to do battle and secure his nation’s borders. When David and his soldiers returned to their homes, they discovered that some of their enemies had come in behind them and sacked their city. Now the city lay in ruins and their loved ones are taken Rob McArthur captive. In their grief, many of the Word of Life Church men who had loyally followed David for years, even spoke of stoning him. As the soldiers grieved, David stole away to spend time in prayer. From this time, the Bible tells us that David “encouraged himself in the Lord”. While the previous story is certainly inspirational, that a man would draw strength and encouragement from his relationship with God, I can’t help but think, was there not a single person who could be an encouragement to David? On perhaps the most discouraging day of his life, David had no one who could help lift him up. David had never isolated himself. He had been a national hero. Yet on this particular day there was no one there speaking encouragement to this man. The mandate for encouragement is on us. In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, the Apostle Paul writes, “therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” I have discovered that the

real difference between success and failure is found in encouragement. One of the things that I love about being a part of a life giving local church is that it is a place where we freely give and receive encouragement. Whether it is in a church, family, business or on a team, encouragement is everyone’s responsibility. It starts with simply being generous with your gestures; smiling, teaching your face to reflect what is in your heart. It continues through a flow of thanks, honor and practical emotional generosity. Another thing I have realized is that encouragement rarely grows where it is regulated. Fairness kills the natural flow of life giving honor and encouragement. In a culture of encouragement, people are celebrated in different ways, at different times and in a different measure. When you try too hard to be fair, you actually paralyze your ability to bless anyone for fear of offending someone. Fear should never stop you from extending yourself to another person. Lastly, challenge silence. Ask yourself, “why am I not being liberal with my encouragement?” We actually create space for strife, envy and jealousy to grow when we are silent. Even the most unlikeable person has good qualities. Sometimes you just have to dig deep in yourself to pull out the encouragement they need. Encouragement is for everyone. You can extend it to your family, your teachers, your community leaders. It can be done through a simple act of kindness – buying Timmys for the RCMP officer standing in line; helping your spouse with chores around the house; speaking positively about the community you live in; a phone call to tell someone you appreciate them. Simple. Practical. So ask yourself, how can I be an encouragement to someone today?

PONOKA NEWS 5

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Reflections of Ponoka Ponoka Kinette Club....serving our community for 66 years to integrate the patients into the normal stream of life by entertaining them at the homes of memFor more than a half a century, thousands of bers or during regular meetings. This wonderful energetic young ladies who joined Kinette Clubs and much appreciated project was later extended across Canada have been proudly working, vol- to the male wards, with the members providing unteering and fundraising together to fulfil the treats and entertainment once a month in the form exciting ongoing mandate of Kin-Canada to serve of card parties, pot luck suppers, Christmas partheir communities’ greatest needs. As part of the ties, bingos and on and on. In 1962, the Kinettes national organization, the Kinettes have worked extended their dedicated efforts to the apparel hand-in-hand with the local Kinsmen and K-40 shop at the hospital, where items were donated Clubs to complete countless amazing projects that and the ladies helped the patients to select various have provided a proud legacy and benefited gen- items of clothes, a kindly project that carried on erations of citizens of all ages in cities, towns and for 23 years. municipalities across our nation, and there is no In the spring of 1950, the club took charge of the doubt that their keen spirit and efforts will carry community Cancer Drive and Tag Day, canvasson long into the future. ing the Town of Ponoka in an annual Blitz Night The Ponoka Kinette Club was formed on No- that resulted in 21 years of continuous service and vember 8, 1948 with 25 charter members attending vital fundraising for the Canadian Cancer Socithe first meeting led by Lil Clark as the initial ety. The same year, they also canvassed Ponoka president. The first major project undertaken by and districts for the Manitoba flood relief as well the club was with the Female Ward at the Ponoka as the CNIB. Among the first major projects for Mental Hospital, where the main objective was the Ponoka Kinette Club was the completion and payment for the very popular first Tiny Tots Paddling Pool next to the Kinsmen Community Swimming Pool, as well as being extremely busy raising money to equip the kitchen cupboards and purchase drapes in the new Kinsmen Community Recreation Centre. Folks in and around Ponoka were very supportive and excited about ongoing Kinette fundraising family events such as rummage and soap sales, a fashion show, sewing contests and others that encouraged them to make kindly donations to the library, minor baseball, Guides and Brownies and the Hospital Auxiliary as well as purchasing items for the children’s ward at the Ponoka General Hospital, and providing hundreds of books and magazines for the hospital, Old Folk’s Home, and Nursing Home. Milestones over the years. As well as assisting the Kinsmen with many of their very successful year-round local projects over the years, the Ponoka Kinettes have completed many community milestones of their own, of which Photo submitted they can be very proud. This exiting recruitment advertisement for Army Nurses That long tradition of appeared in the 1960 Provincial Mental Hospital Class of giving carries on to this 1960 Yearbook. One can’t help but notice the uniform, day from an energetic the wages, and the great worldly opportunities that are group of busy, profesbeing offered to the new graduate nurses. sional women who also strive to balance BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

Remember When...

Photo courtesy of Fort Ostell Museum

Shown here are members of the 1969 Ponoka Kinette Club, including back row, left to right: Hilary Stiles, Lil Sommers, Marilyn Heatherington, and Bev Lyon; and then in the front row are: (L to R) Ruby Meyer, Sylvia Corkery, Joan Noble, Thea Treu, and Ellen Mickey. careers, families, school and other commitments. On occasional evening events, these illustrious ladies quite often outlasted their partners, but everyone always have lots of fun making it all happen. *In 1956, the Kinette Club co-sponsored a performance of the University Choir in Ponoka, co-sponsored the gala Centennial Ball in 1967, and hosted fall fashion shows in 1969, 1970 and 1971. Some of the club presidents over those early years included Jean Thomson, Mary Jones, Marg Elliot, Doris McKelvey, Ilona Carter, Ruth MacLeod, Midge Culham, Doreen Ross, Gwen Heartwell, Audrey McLean, Barbara Bowden, Doreen Twa, Rosemary Johnston, Dorothy Berg, Helen Nielson, Connie Nelson, Marg Mickey, Georgia Cuell, Irene Thomas, Ruby Meyer, Joan Noble, Sylvia Corkery and this list goes on. *In 1975-76, the proceeds of the first annual and very popular Kinette Skate-a-thon were donated to the new Kinsmen Community Swimming Pool, which also received an additional $45,000 from the ladies later in the year. *In 1979, the club petitioned the Ponoka Town Council for the goahead to build a new Scout Hall in the Riverside district. Proceeds from their casino and stag nights were earmarked for the Ponoka Museum Society as well as the proposed Scout Hall. Other projects on the burner in 1979 was a feasibility study for the construction of three new ball diamonds in the community, as well as the possibility of a tennis court. In 1983, the Kinette Clubs became full partners of the Canadian Association of Kin-Canada, which, in 1991, became officially known as the Kins-

men and Kinette Clubs of Canada. *One of the most ambitious recent projects of the Ponoka Kinette and Kinsmen Clubs from 2000 and on has been the extensive and ongoing renovations and additions to the busy Aquaplex Swimming Pool. The Ponoka Kinettes today. Our present very active Ponoka Kinette Club meets every second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ponoka Kinsmen Recreation Centre. They can be contacted at P.O. Box 4032, Ponoka, Alberta T4J-1R5 or email: ponokakinetteclub@hotmail.com or call co-presidents Kim Flaman (403-704-1456) or Christina York (403-783-3894). Their most recent community donations have benefited the school lunch program, Centennial Centre Christmas, the youth centre, the volunteer fire department, Ponoka Food Bank, Royal Canadian Legion, Santa’s Anonymous, Ponoka Community Christmas and the annual sponsorship of a graduation bursary at the Ponoka Composite High School. Ongoing projects include the Ponoka Splash Park, the new Firefighters Riverside playground, the garden makeover at the Ponoka General Hospital and Care Centre, fall cleaning at Ponoka Food Bank, a birthday celebration at Long Term Care and they always look forward to taking part (and singing) in the annual Kinsmen Carol Festival in December. Of course, there will always be plans for more exciting community projects going into the future, and we congratulate the Ponoka Kinettes for close to 70 years of faithful and dedicated service and contributions to our town and districts.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Opinion

What oil prices mean for us International markets have been in turmoil over the last two weeks with the prices of stocks, bonds and commodities fluctuating wildly, with the exception of one particular item: oil. The price of oil has been in a steady and consistent downtrend for some time and speculative theories on why this could be happening abound. There are those who say that the US and Saudi Arabia, world’s largest exporter of crude oil, are in collusion, waging a price war in order to put both economic and political pressure on the world’s two other major producers, Russia and Iran, with the hope that the leaders of those countries will bow to political pressures as they lose substantial oil revenues, become weak and lose the support of their internal powerbase. Then there are others who claim the US and Saudi Arabia are not in collusion but in collision because the House of Saud is furious with Washington’s efforts to mend fences with Tehran, allowing the Shia clerics in the Islamic Republic to exert more influence on

Canada has been a comtheir proxies in the whole modity economy for many region; so by reducing the decades with exports of price of oil, Riyadh is acraw materials and industually trying to take a few trial commodities always bites at the cherry: Expand contributing a lot more to its international market GDP than manufacturing, share, force the high-tech, agriculture or service sechigh-cost shale oil productors. tion in the US to shut down But with rapidly ris(this relates to Canada as Mustafa Eric ing oil prices over the last well) and put an end to the Editor several years encouraging rapprochement between huge investments in Althe Obama administration berta’s oil sands, it seems and the Tehran governit hasn’t taken much time for both the ment. There is yet another theory which federal and provincial governments to claims that there is nothing political fall into the trap of complacency and bet in what is going on in the oil markets all their stakes on a single horse, which and that the decline in price is simply may now be faltering. In addition to the declining price, a function of supply going way beyond the demand given the snail pace growth new oil reserves keep popping up as new of the global economy and the resulting drilling technologies are developed and new areas become available for exploradecrease in energy needs. Whatever the reason, the omens are tion. Just two weeks ago, Russia’s state not good for Canada, whose economy oil company announced the discovery has grown so dependent on oil over the of a huge oil reserve at the bottom of the Kara Sea in the Arctic with some last decade.

750 million barrels of recoverable light crude in addition to 340 billion cubic meters of natural gas. Although this may seem like news far and away with little to do with our everyday lives, everything about oil has the potential to impact our way of live, not only because of its importance as a strategic commodity, but also because how much our provincial and federal governments became dependent on the revenues from oil field royalties. If the price of oil per barrel goes below $75 for an extended period, much of the production in the oil sands will have to stop because of lack of profitability and the oil royalties may simply dry up. But there is another question that needs a proper answer: When the price of oil was hovering in 2010 in the same range as today, the price of the gas at the pump was fluctuating between 80 and 90 cents per liter. Why are we paying 20 cents more for it these days?

Who will protect non-smokers? Dear Editor, Discriminate – a verb -- quoting from The Oxford Dictionary , is used to make or see a distinction, especially on the basis of race, color, or sex --or what I have found can happen, if one is a nonsmoker. I consider Ponoka my home, I lived here during the 1940s, graduated from the Red Brick School, way back in 1948, and I retired here in 1999. Ponoka has three senior residences, Reid Manor, Legion Arms and Slater Place, with a total of 80 apartments. The problem for me is that seniors here do not have a smoke–free building or even a smoke–free portion of one of the rent subsidized buildings available to them. And, as a non-smoker, I wish to go into a smoke–free environment as I use bronchial inhalers due to asthma, brought about many years ago, by having to live and work in areas, which were

smoke filled. Question: Why can’t one of the three residences in Ponoka be declared smoke-free? Answer: Smokers have the “ RIGHT” to choose which building they wish to live in. When I asked “Could not the building with the fewest smokers allow only non-smokers to move in, as the smokers moved out, so eventually the building would then be smoke free?” I kept getting the same response - discrimination against smokers, they can go into whatever residence they choose. Excuse me, please – I feel that I should have the ‘RIGHT’ to have access to a safe, healthy, smoke-free apartment with subsidized rent. Enough has been written and proven that smoking is a serious health problem. . It is the smokers who burn holes in carpets and counter tops, start fires by

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either falling asleep while smoking or butting out where it is unsafe to do so. Smokers have a higher chance of getting breathing conditions and/or heart conditions – serious, costly healthy conditions. I am told that these are governmentowned buildings; some years ago, all government-owned buildings were made, through law, smoke free. I am told that the Rimoka Foundation has control of the seniors’ buildings, so why would the foundation not have declared one of the three be a smoke–free building from the beginning? Could it be yet another example of “no one wants to be accountable for taking a stand and/or making a decision” for a change that should have been an obvious move when the foundation was originally set up? Rumour has that the government is finally considering changing all seniors’

Mustafa Eric Regional Editor

Jeff Heyden-Kaye Reporter

homes to no-smoking. And just when might that be? Some nebulous, far away time in the future – long enough for many of the current non-smoking residents, currently in our Ponoka facilities, who have suffered for years from cigarette smoke, to pass away . There are many of us who demand that justice be served now, not years down the road. Declare one of the buildings smokefree now and let only non-smokers move in as the smokers move out. We know the current law states a smoker cannot be evicted, but there are ways to work within the law and bring justice about for everyone. Discrimination? Yes. Against whom? All seniors who have chosen not to smoke. J. Vieaux

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PONOKA NEWS 7

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

A beautiful reason to be thankful Dear Editor, I would like to take a moment to be thankful. We have so very, very much to be thankful for: where we live, our health, our families, those we are related to and those we are not! But right now I want to share a small thanksgiving story, a true story that happened to me, this last thanksgiving weekend. On Saturday, I was dashing around, doing the last minute things, one of which was getting the groceries I forgot the first trip around. As I went to use my interac, it wouldn’t function. I tried three times and the line up behind me grew. So I pulled out my charge card, a little flustered. The pin was not correct. I tried a different pin, still

not right. Totally at a loss, I told the teller to put my groceries aside, I would go home and get cash. That’s when an amazing thing happened: A total stranger, in my mind angel, said. “No, put it with mine.. I’ll get it.” I protested, I would be right back. But she very calmly said, “You are busy, it’s a busy time of year and you would have to go all the way home and come back. It’s thanksgiving. I will get this. Just pay it forward.” With a smile to melt your heart, we shared a hug and my already pretty awesome thanksgiving got ten times better. Thank you, who ever you are, and I will pay it forward. Shelley MacGregor

PSC Broncs News Success and Study Tips for Students By Skyler Okymow (Gr. 12) Ponoka P k Secondary S d Campus oӽers a variety of courses that are practical as well as academic. Everyone is expected to give their absolute best in the work they are assigned. Readiness is the key to achievement. With upcoming tests, exams and diplomas, it is important that the students should study so that they can hone their knowledge and skills before they face “the real world.” Students should attend school every day so that they can keep the weight oӽ their shoulders. That way, the students won·t have to stress out with what is needed to be completed. School can decide where your success can take you. Your choices determine your future. Studying plays a role in gaining knowledge and understanding the concept of a topic. Here are some tips that can be of use to you while you are preparing for tests, exams or diplomas: -Work in your comfort zone: Whether you rather work independently or cooperatively, do what beneӾts you the most in understanding a topic. -Don·t be afraid: If you struggle with something, ask for help from a reliable person. How will you do it right the Ӿrst time if you don·t yet understand what you·re doing? -Know the topic in your own words. If you can write what you know by yourself, it·s usually easier to grasp what is being said. -Create a schedule: Before giving yourself the freedom to do anything in general, be sure to keep track of what·s most important to you Ӿrst by maintaining a schedule. -Test your brain. You should get some brain exercise by quizzing yourself. The more you know, the better you will do. -Keep Trying: Failing brings a disappointing feeling towards yourself. If you think that your overall score wasn·t good enough for you; there·s always another chance to redeem yourself. The Secondary Campus oӽers a few options for you to get the help you desire The school has a MESST class which allows the student to work productively in their subject of choice. Every Wednesday evening oӽers homework and study time for students who prefer to stay in the premises. Tutorial help is included for both. Every Friday is known as ӿex Friday. Resiliency is the key to success. Trust me, it·s all worth it in the end.

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NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Water Meter Replacement - Book your appointment today! Please call 1-800-667-4387 to book your appointment before the deadline of the end of October. As a reminder, there is no danger of ﬁre and Health Canada does not consider the low radio frequencies a health risk. The new meters run on a lithium battery and run on the same radio frequency as a baby monitor. They are not electrical. Please contact the Town at 403-783-4431 with any questions or check the website for information and beneﬁts related to the Water Meter Replacement Program.

Request For Proposal (RFP) - REALTOR SERVICES The Town of Ponoka is seeking proposals for the provision of Realtor Services. The length of term will be determined through contract discussions with the successful realtor. Paper copies are available at the Town Oﬃce. For more information, contact Stephen Novak- Economic Development Oﬃcer at 403783-0116 or email stephen.novak@ponoka.org

Street Light Outages If you’ve noticed a street light is out in your neighborhood, please report it to the Town oﬃce during regular oﬃce hours of 9:00 am-4:30 pm at 403-783-0159.

Waste Transfer Station Hours Tuesday through Saturday – 10 am to 6 pm (Winter Hours Start Nov. 1) There is a minimum tipping fee of $8.00 per visit. There is no charge for compostable materials (grass clippings, garden waste, leaves, branches) or tires.

DID YOU KNOW…? The Fire Hall has now become a recycling location for used cell phones and portable rechargeable batteries and battery pack (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, Li-ion, or Pb). Each item must be placed in an individual plastic bag that is provided with the collection box. The collection box is located just inside the door of the Fire Hall. Please note that alkaline or lithium (non-rechargeable) batteries are not accepted. Thank you for your part in caring for our environment!

EVENTS AND RECREATION 1st Ponoka Scouts HALLOWEEN TOWN! Wednesday/Thursday October 29th & 30th from 6:00-8:00pm Friday October 31st from 6:00-9:00pm At the Scout Hall – Admission $2.00 *Anyone wishing to help out at the Haunted House please call 403-704-9615*

Aquaplex & Recreation Update: Parent fitness/tot swim lessons starting Tuesday November 4th until December 2nd. Mom or dad gets a fitness class, while the tot is in a preschool lesson. All year passes are 10% off in November! Aqua Zumba is Tuesday evenings 7:30-8:30pm *The Aquaplex will be closed November 11th * Call the pool for more information at 403-783-0131

Library News THE LIBRARY’S GOT GAME!

On Saturday, November 1st, from 1:00-6:00pm, Ponoka Jubilee Library is inciting all young adults (16+) to come to the Library for Xbox One and Wii gaming as well as pizza! The following games are available: Battleﬁeld 4, Call of Duty: Ghosts, LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, Forza Motorsport 5, Halo: Spartan Assault, Need for Speed: Rivals, and Titan Fall. Don’t miss out on this afternoon of epic battles and fun! Library Silent Auction - The library is holding a silent auction with a lot of great items. Come and get some early Christmas shopping done while supporting the library. To see the items in the auction you can visit the library’s website: ponokalibrary.prl.ab.ca . The auction runs from Tuesday October 14th till Saturday October 25th.

Public Skating Proudly sponsored by Ponoka Lions Monday-Thursday: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm **Shinny Hockey on Weekdays only**

COUNCIL UPDATES & BYLAW INFO Next Town Council Meetings October 28, 2014 @ 7 pm Visit our website @ www.ponoka.ca for copy of the agenda.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says, ‘I’m possible!’” –Audrey Hepburn

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

FINAL NOTICE

TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT - WATER METER REPLACEMENT The Town of Ponoka has mailed Final Notice letters to approximately 350 residents as a reminder to book your appointment for a new water meter. If you are one of these residents, please book an appointment by OCTOBER 23, 2014. It’s easy to book an appointment. Here’s how: 1. You can call 1-800-667-4387 to speak with someone and book your appointment, or 2. You can book online at www.ponokawatermeterappt.com from your computer, tablet or cell phone If booking online, enter the reference number on the letter you received from the Town. You will be able to see available appointments and select your preferred time slot. A conﬁrmation will be emailed to you. Appointments may be arranged at your convenience between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Installation takes approximately 30 minutes during which time your water will be shut off for a brief period. There is no charge for the new water meter or the installation. Bylaw 2-91 notes it is mandatory to allow water meter replacement by the Town or its representatives. Property owners or tenants who do not book an appointment may be subject to penalties.

We take pride in our Ponoka’s beautiful setting in the Battle River Valley. By installing a new meter, you are taking part in Ponoka’s water conservation program, which is part of Alberta’s Water for Life program. Here are other beneﬁts: You will have more accurate, equitable billing, helping you pay for only the amount of water you use • Accurate bills give you an opportunity to reduce your water waste and your water bills • Less water waste means less stress and repairs on our Town’s water infrastructure and will help ensure less water losses every year.

Reminder! There is no danger of ﬁre and Health Canada does not consider the low radio frequencies a health risk. These meters are not electrical – they are water meters that run on a lithium battery. There is NO DANGER OF FIRE. The new meters for the Town run on the same radio frequency as a baby monitor – they are a much lower frequency than microwaves and cell phones. Neptune Technology Group is the most experienced water meter installation company in Canada. An information sheet about the Water Meter Replacement Program was mailed with the Final Notice. If you have additional questions, please be sure to contact the Town at 403-783-4431. The Water Meter Replacement Program is nearly complete. Thank you to everyone who has had their water meter replaced, and to our remaining residents, we thank you in advance for your cooperation. Please book right away! The ﬁnal day to book your appointment is OCTOBER 23, 2014.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

No options for residents on water meter exchange program BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Town councillors voted down the request to give residents options on the wireless water meter system contracted to Neptune Technologies. The request was defeated by five votes to two during council’s regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 14. Councillors Loanna Gulka and Carla Prediger voted in favour of the proposed three options for residents. Council was presented with the following options on the proposed bylaw that was submitted to council for third reading: The first option was to use the new water meters as planned. The second option was to install a radio unit outside the home at a cost of $210. The final option was to install a pulsar remote outside the home for $210 plus residents would have to pay a $75 monthly inspection fee.

The costs associated with the last two options are complete cost-recovery, which means the town does not make or lose any money, explained Dave McPhee, director of operations and property services. Betty Quinlan, director of corporate services for the Town of Ponoka said she had spoken with the Town of Innisfail, which is also working on updating its water meters. She said town planners are not giving residents options. Coun. Gulka said she has heard some residents say those other options are too expensive. She suggests everyone has a choice. “If you choose those options, you choose the cost that is associated with that choice.” McPhee said switching the town-owned water meters is almost complete with 2,100 installed, 350 booked, 120 booked for the future and eight hard refusals. Prediger asked what the next step for those

Correction In the item headlined “Resident’s Claims on Water Meter Without Legal Basis” published in the Oct. 15 edition, the statement that the notice published in the classified ads section may have been lacking legal basis is withdrawn as the provisions which are reported as having been repealed were later inserted to the Section 35 of the latest version of the Canada Criminal Code and therefore, the content of those provisions remains valid. Barry Huddleston points out he refuses to make any comments regarding his claim of right as he claims his ad was a legal notice and not open for discussion due to its lawful nature, until and unless, proper time had passed. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused B. Huddleston.

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hard refusals is. McPhee replied the next step would be to see a lawyer. “If there’s still a hard refusal you have to direct it to legal,” he explained.

Coun. Marc Yaworski asked if the meters belong to the Town of Ponoka and McPhee confirmed they are.

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LITERARY AND POSTER CONTEST REMEMBRANCE Contestants are challenged to exercise their creativity in writing an essay/poem or submitting a poster on the theme of Remembrance. This is a contest to select the most suitable essays and posters submitted by students in the Canadian school system. Entries are invited from students in grade 4 to 12 inclusive. The entries will be judged at the local Legion Branch and then at the District level. The District winners in Junior, Intermediate and Senior categories then advance to the Provincial level. Provincial winners are submitted to Ottawa for judging at the National level. Winners of each level receive certiﬁcates and prizes are awarded on the recommendation of the Judges, whose decision is ﬁnal. Are you interested? Please contact the Legion at 403-783-4076 for further details.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Full house at Parent Link Centre grand opening BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The new space for the Parent Link Centre (PLC) found a warm welcome from young families and officials this week during its official grand opening. The new space at 5012 48 Avenue saw a full house Monday, Oct. 20 with parents, their children and town and provincial officials celebrating the move. Program coordinator Andrea Ramage said she was pleased to see the large space ready for its clients. She has a bright future planned for the space with programs that will be directed towards families and their children. “I would just love to see this as a real community centre and I’m already seeing that.” Response from different community groups has been positive, says Ramage and she feels many residents feel this new space is one they can settle into. All the same programs will continue to run but now they can also add and expand programs. “We’re really excited to do programs like Sportball; (it’s) about physical literacy and we’ve got room to do that sort of thing in here,” explained Ramage. With the new space, the layout is designed to allow for multiple programming at once. Parent sessions and children sessions can be held at the same time with little in-

“I’m just very excited for all these young families who have this resource.” Andrea Ramage, Ponoka Parent Link Centre program co-ordinator

terruption from either group. “I’m just very excited for all these young families who have this resource,” she added. Donnie Tafts, regional and family services co-ordinator with Lacombe FCSS, says she is “over the moon with joy” about the new space. The large windows help bring in natural light and being central in the community makes it an ideal spot for people to come to, said Tafts. “We’re in a space that’s big enough to accommodate all the families that want to come.” “We see a long-term relationship here in Ponoka. That is our vision,” she added. Also in attendance for the Ministry of Human Services was Jennifer Weber, senior manager for the early childhood development unit. Her department oversees programming at parent link centres across the province and she says there is a great demand across Alberta for this type of programming. “On a number of levels what I

think is absolutely significant in terms of, here vices, Lacombe and Ponoka FCSS and from the is something that is uniquely Albertan and is Ponoka Outreach School also attended the grand actually a leader in Canada in terms of initiaopening. tives for parents,” said Weber. She suggests that Parent Link Centres such as Ponoka’s offer parents and children a resource to improve ST. AUGUSTINE their lives. “You can see the connections JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH that are being made.” “It can break down social barriers,” she Please join us in celebration added. Mayor Rick of our 2013-2014 student achievements. Bonnett was also in attendance and he feels Saturday, October 25, 2014 this is a positive proAt 1:00 PM in the Secondary Gym. gram in the Town of Ponoka. “It’s always Everyone Welcome! exciting to see some! thing for the youth in Shine t h g i L the community.” Let Your R e p r e s e n t a t ive s of many different organizations including Ponoka RCMP, Alberta Health Ser-

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Beth Reitz, executive director of Ponoka’s Big Brothers Big Sisters, along with Morgen Chernick, program director (right), presents Boston Pizza owner/operator Natalie Reglin Thursday, Oct. 9 with a thank you gift after receiving $10,000 for programming from the Boston Pizza Foundation. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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who want to participate and PES finds students that need mentoring and BBBS takes care of the screening and matching. Boston Pizza owner Natalie Reglin is pleased Ponoka’s BBBS is able to take advantage of the grant and she looks forward to working with them on other projects in the future. “We’re excited about what the future holds,” she said. In a press release, the Boston Pizza Foundation has stated they have made a $300,000 commitment to support two programs in BBBS Canada. “Through our partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada, we are committed to providing kids with access to mentors and role models that inspire them to thrive, succeed and realize their individual goals,” said Cheryl Treliving, executive director of the Boston Pizza Foundation Future Prospects. For more information on becoming a mentor call 403-7833112.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

AEDs purchased for five WCPS schools

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We have all seen these heartbreaking headlines: A ball strikes a 14-year-old baseball player in the chest, sending his heart into a deadly irregular rhythm. Although he received CPR and the hospital is less than a mile away it takes 12 minutes of the boy to receive defibrillation. He dies . . . After being cleared by a basic physical, a young teacher suffers a sudden cardiac arrest while running a basketball practice. A defibrillator arrives too late to save her. An autopsy discovers an undiagnosed heart condition . . . These stories could have had a different ending had there been an AED onsite and easily accessible. Each year more than 45,000 Canadians suffer from sudden cardiac arrest. Research shows that early defibrillation is a vital step in survival. Although statistics on how often an AED is used in a public setting is not easily accessible due to lack of reported incidents we do know that use of an AED within the first three minutes of an arrest can increase an individual’s chance of survival by up to 75 per cent. Thanks to the Chicks for Charity and your generosity . . . we are proud to say that we will be able to install automatic defibrillators at five of the local Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS). Further to this we will be able to fund training of CPR and AED use to approximately 50 individuals.

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Chicks for Charity president Jane Wierzba (right) presents Jacquie Corkery (left), chair of the Ponoka Secondary Campus school council with a cheque to purchase automatic external deliberators for the school. Proceeds from the champagne breakfast, held every year during Ponoka Stampede Week, go to several organizations; $13,250 to the Ponoka General Hospital and the same amount was donated to the Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter for its Ponoka Outreach Photo by Amelia Naismith program.

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vtWednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Community garden gets winter-ready BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

were small sections of the community garden that were full of herbs, donated by greenhouses in the area, and were available to the gardeners. Sheila Lanz rented a plot in the community garden as she has no space on her own yard. She enjoyed the camaraderie as much as planting her own vegetables. Lanz says there

Ponoka’s Community Garden has closed for another year, but not before its members took some time to visit and take care of some much needed end of the season clean up. , Members of the community garden took time Saturday, Oct. 18 to make the space ready for next year. The plot is located near the start of the Diamond Willow Trail and is hosted by Ponoka’s Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) since 2011. Gardeners tended the weeds and emptied the large water tank in the centre of the space.

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Kerry Robideau FCSS program co-ordinator

Carol Martin gets some winter weeding done at the FCSS Community Garden Cleanup Saturday, Oct. 18.

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“It’s a great group of people that come and garden in here.”

Since 2011, FCSS has opened more than 40 plots for gardeners who need a place to plant their own fruits and vegetables, explained Kerry Robideau, program co-ordinator. She says some gardeners even rent more than one plot to take care of over the summer. “It’s a great group of people that come and garden in here.” The small group of gardeners are almost like a second family and many ended up chatting and visiting over the summer months while tending their space, she explained. “Everyone’s always willing to help,” Robideau added. Among the items grown were potatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, squash and other vegetables plus there

were times she visited with other gardeners almost more than the time it took to care for her plants. “I’ve met people that I never would have met.” A potluck was hosted after the end of the cleanup with everyone discussing ideas for next year.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

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Scott School Community ................ Allecia Verheire

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Dr. Mac & Olive Elofson Nursing Award ................................................................. Emily Jacobs

Calumet Synergy Association Scholarship Excellence Award .......................... Clinton Rodney

Dr. Mac & Olive Elofson Chemistry 30 Award .............................................................. Samuel Hubert

Ponoka Agricultural Society ..............Keely Bonnett

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16 PONOKA NEWS

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Legal marijuana operation in Maskwacis denied

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A request to develop land and construct a medical marijuana operation in Maskwacis, in a residential area, was turned down by Ponoka County Council at its Tuesday, Oct. 14 meeting. While Alberta Transportation had no issues with the location, there were plenty who did, including the councillors. Prior to the public hearing, adjacent landowners were notified, as well as the four bands. “Given the current drug related or gang related (issues), the problem that the community faces, and, of course, the negative perception about the community due to that,” said Azar Kamran, general manager of Samson Management Ltd opposed the application. He added that a medical marijuana operation will make it hard to attract other businesses to the area and could harm existing ones. Paul Johnson, Samson Cree Nation economic development officer, on behalf of the organization, spoke at the council meeting: “We are opposed wholeheartedly.” “I’m pretty sure there’s a better way of economic stimulus,” said Johnson, referring to the project presenter Howard Ng’s comment that the operation would bring job opportunities to the community. He also feels security would be an issue. “At this time, in our community, this is not a viable business that can make us be where we need to be. We’re trying to be healthy as Cree people in our community and having something like this is just going to detriment on what we’re trying to do,” said Lucy Johnson, a court worker for the Maskwacis Justice Society. When the news reached the community, Johnson says some youth planned to investigate the building. “Mr. Ng is a businessman in our community, he’s brought a lot of good things to our community, this is just not one that needs to be in there.” County Reeve Paul McLauchlin also felt this use of the land was not compatible with the community’s current situation and that it would affect perception. Ng was able to present his case to council and the Maskwacis community members at the public hearing before any decision was made. The operation was slated for development at the south end of Maskwacis, along Highway 2A and Ng wanted to have the land rezoned direct control. Ng proposed that his and his business partner’s operation would provide the marijuana to approved clients for medicinal purposes. “We believe there are many benefits from this project. To start, a new distribution business for the community, (an) increase in tax revenue for the county,” said Ng. Ng planned to build new infrastructure onsite and employ approximately 20 people: six full-time security guards, six lab assistants, two lab managers, two janitorial staff, a secretary and two accountants. Employment opportunities would also have come by the way of the construction of the production and shipping plant. “We’re also planning to make donations for drug awareness back to the community, provide scholarships for local schools, and we also think this could possibly be a publicly traded company on TSX. I think this will put the town of Maskwacis on the map and build a known and positive reputation for the town,” said Ng. One of the largest challenges the medical marijuana industry faces is security. Ng’s site was across from the local fire station and down the street from the RCMP detachment. However, county councillors did not agree with the benefits Ng stated and the proposal was unanimously rejected at first reading.

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18 PONOKA NEWS

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Ponoka business uses the Internet to reach clients BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

With the Internet being so accessible, small businesses in rural environments have been able to reach a larger customer base than ever before, using online catalogues. For the last three and a half years, Ponoka’s Twisted Label has been using the Internet to showcase many of the clothing brands they sell through an online database. Co-owner Michelle Auclair says she and Elaine Finkbeiner created their online brochure from the ground up. The goal with the online catalogue was to get customers in the larger cities to see what they had for sale. They needed to ensure a catalogue was available. “It’s just the way the industry’s going,” said Auclair. Being in a small town, business owners have had to think of innovative ways to get people to their store. Auclair says they try to carry clothing products that cannot be found in most stores such as Walmart or other brand name clothing stores.

“We have people coming from the cities that can’t find the variety of stuff we have.” Michelle Auclair, co-owner of Twisted Label

“We have people coming from the cities that can’t find the variety of stuff we have,” she stressed. “That’s where the gems are,” said Auclair of small town stores. To drive interest, they showcase products at venues where their customers are, such as the Canadian Finals Rodeo or the Alberta Barrel Racing Association Finals. Taking advantage of national sale days Since building the website, Auclair says not only out-of-town customers view the online catalogue, but Ponoka residents will access the site and call ahead before coming

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to the store. The business has been able to take advantage of big sale days such as Boxing Day and the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce’s Almost Midnight Madness. In previous years, the store would be closed on Boxing Day but shoppers would still be able to make orders. Auclair says they were not prepared in their first year for Almost Midnight Madness. They had lines going out the door. “It was insane,” she joked. The main goal is to offer what clients

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are looking for and Auclair says they usually only order one size run of a clothing style. The next step for Auclair and Finkbeiner is to enhance the services of the online catalogue. This will take some investment in equipment and software on their part but the process will be smoother, not only for them but for their customers. Auclair added that their local customers have been quite faithful. “We appreciate the loyalty of Ponoka,” she concluded.

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PONOKA NEWS 19

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Credit union leaders tell Ottawa “My Credit Union Matters” FROM CANADIAN NEWS WIRE

Credit union leaders have been on Parliament Hill urging MPs to make sure the next budget recognizes the vital role credit unions play in supporting small business, creating jobs and building communities. In the last two months, thousands of Canadians have contacted Finance Minister Joe Oliver telling him that credit unions need different – not preferential – treatment from Ottawa. Representatives from many of the country’s 317 credit unions plan to meet with MPs to reinforce that message. As one of the largest and most trusted lenders to small business, credit unions need the federal government to recognize credit unions’ structural differences and promote policies like a Capital Growth Tax Credit. This measure would allow co-operative financial institutions to grow retained earnings and produce an estimated $700 million in economic growth and job creation locally, while supporting more competition for consumers. “Credit unions are vital to the economy and are a fundamentally different kind of financial institution,” says Martha Durdin, president and CEO, Credit Union Central of Canada. “By working with us and our 5.3 million members, the government has the opportunity to promote more economic growth and more good local jobs.” Credit unions are the only financial institution in over 380 communities, responsible for billions in economic activity,

“Credit unions are vital to the economy and are a fundamentally different kind of financial institution. By working with us and our 5.3 million members, the government has the opportunity to promote more economic growth and more good local jobs.” Martha Durdin, president and CEO, Credit Union Central of Canada

and are among the leading lenders to small business. Credit unions are financial cooperatives, which means they don’t issue shares on capital markets like banks do, so that on average, nearly 80 per cent of credit union capital is retained earnings, compared with less than 45 per cent for shareholder-owned banks. In August, Credit Union Central of Canada launched the “My Credit Union Matters!™” campaign inviting Canadians to promote the Capital Growth Tax Credit proposal directly to the federal finance minister. Thousands of emails and hundreds of post cards have been sent from credit union

CELEBRATING 5 YEARS, Mona Ladouceur and Randy Bailer, owner/operators, opened Wy-Co Alcohol and Drug Testing in Ponoka in 2009. Since then Wy-Co has steadily gained recognition within Ponoka and surrounding areas.

members in all parts of Canada. For more information about the campaign, visit www.myCUmatters.ca and www.macaissejytiens.ca. About Credit Union Central of Canada (CUCC) Credit Union Central of Canada is the national trade association for the Canadian credit union system. Canada’s credit union system is a vital competitor in the fi-

nancial services industry. CUCC represents five provincial/regional Centrals and one Federation representing 317 credit unions with more than $165.6 billion in assets and serving over 5.3 million members, outside of Quebec. For more information about Canada’s credit union system visit www. cucentral.ca.

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For the outdoor enthusiast it’s like a dream come true. The yard is ﬁlled with ATV’s, trailers, and riding mowers in all shapes and sizes, from Honda & Suzuki to.

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The business is owned and operated by Robert and Irene Johansen. They have operated the business for over forty years. With all this experience they can ﬁnd any part you may need. Whether you are coming from Hwy 2A, turning east at TWP 424 or coming off of secondary Hwy 815 their location is convenient and well stocked no matter what your needs.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Town works to bring businesses together BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

There’s much to celebrate when it comes to Ponoka’s small businesses and while there may be challenges for every entrepre-

neur, there are also successes. Working closely with businesses is something Stephen Novak, economic development officer (EDO) for the Town of Ponoka, focuses on. He feels the majority

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“The biggest issue I think that we’re seeing is leakage to other markets.” Stephen Novak, EDO for the Town of Ponoka

of Ponoka businesses fall under the small business category and Novak suggests support from the town can come in a variety of ways. Way-finding signage to the downtown area or helping shape policies such as landuse bylaws or town bylaws are some of the ways Novak feels he can help. He uses the business cafes as a tool to hear feedback from businesses on what works and what doesn’t. One of the challenges small businesses face is operating in a rural area and competing with larger centres such as Red Deer and Edmonton. These cities have larger box stores making competing difficult for small rural shops, he added. “The biggest issue I think that we’re seeing is leakage to other markets,” said Novak. He says residents in small towns are more often travelling to larger centres to do their shopping. They are looking for better prices in the large cities, he added. Traditional shopping in the downtown area has changed over the years, says Novak, and businesses have to think of different ways to drive foot traffic to their front door. One idea received from a recent business café was that businesses could work together to cross-promote their stores. Alberta businesses also face competition with high salaries in the oil patch and Novak says attendees felt small town businesses might

Little Treasures Family Day Home offers quality childcare for your little treasures!! Our fun loving, and caring providers offer many new experiences for your little one such as ﬁeld trips to a variety of places (Telus World of Science, Lacombe Corn Maze, Blackfalds Splash Park, Cabin Fever and more).

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The Brick has become the place to shop. There is no need to drive out of town to ﬁnd new furniture, electronics, appliances or mattresses. The Brick offers the lowest price guaranteed, a selection large of household needs and excellent service. The Brick has been supportive of many local groups and charities. The splash park was been one of groups that received support. Being a local resident, Andrew is involved with the local Chamber of Commerce as

well as belonging to the Kinsmen Club. The Brick is open seven days a week and offers a large show room highlighting living room groupings, bedroom suites, and home theatres. The Brick also has a showroom for fridges, stoves, washers & dryers. Remember while you are browsing YOU CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Store!

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be able to pool their resources and share the cost of hiring an employee. “Access to employees is a big issue as well,” said Novak. While the business cafes are one way to reach Ponoka businesses, Novak says he welcomes a phone call or email as well. He wants to work closely with all Ponoka businesses. “I believe small businesses are the backbone of the economy,” Novak concluded.

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PONOKA NEWS 21

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Ponoka County rural businesses thriving BY AMELIA NAISMITH

While rural country may not be a major hotspot for businesses, the ones dotting Ponoka County have been operating longterm and successfully. CAO Charlie Cutforth says the county has 164 commercial and light industrial businesses on its tax roll. The business variety includes dog kennels, small mechanics and body shops, machinists, trucking operations, golf courses, meat processing shops and seed cleaning plants. “We don’t have a whole lot of retail,” said Cutforth referring to the few shops in Bluffton. “We also have a couple of commercial businesses in Maskwacis,” he added. A helicopter business operates primarily out of the Ponoka Industrial Airport and

rural veterinary clinics service the predominantly agricultural area. The county does not see many closures and a lot of the businesses that started supplemental to a farming operation have become primary. “I think they’re all doing well enough. They’ve all been in business for a long time,” said Cutforth. Excluding the Highway 2 corridor, Cutforth says the county has no real hotspots. “They’re scattered all over the place.” However, the Highway 2 corridor is beginning to attract businesses, with many being larger entities that require the ample road access the major highway provides. In Ponoka County, it is relatively easy to start a business. “They just come in and for $25 they get a development permit,” said Cutforth. Ponoka County is known for having some of the lowest taxes across the province and demands little after the initial development cost. “We try to keep things as simple as possible,” said Cutforth. “Commercial taxes are higher than residential taxes . . . it’s worked very well for us,” he added, explaining the lack of need for many different imposed fees. Ponoka County draws 75 per cent of its tax income from the oil and gas industry, 21 to 22 per cent is residential and the remaining is commercial and farmland. If the business is a discretionary use according to the land-use bylaw, the county will inform nearby landowners and a public hearing takes place. Businesses have been

turned away in the past due to infrastructure, road access or strong objections from the landowners, but it is not a habit. “We try to encourage businesses to come to the area,” said Cutforth. At the same time Ponoka County is a large supporter of the wellbeing of its two major towns, Ponoka and Rimbey, and new businesses coming in are also encouraged to speak with the towns to examine all options and locations. Cutforth says another reason this is a

practice of the county is because minimal county land is fully serviced to the standards a business would need. With its many communication towers, the county is also able to provide advanced Internet access to most areas and Cutforth says he has received calls from businesses looking to set up in the area inquiring about high-speed Internet access. “For the attraction of businesses, that’s an area most people don’t think about.”

PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT CAPITAL THEATRE Amarjit Singh Sandhu (Dave) headed west from his homeland choosing Calgary as his new home. With a strong Sikh community to help, Dave settled into a good job and on Christmas Day, 1985 married Lakhvinder Kaur Sandhu (Lucky). They were blessed with two children, Gurjit Singh Sandhu & Jagvir Kaur Sandhu. In July 2005 Dave & Lucky were able to purchase the Ponoka Bottle Depot and left Calgary for Ponoka.

From left: Sue, Ro, granddaughter, Mike (son) & Sohee (daughter-in-law) The Ro family moved to Canada in 2006 from South Korea. After a couple of years the family purchased the Husky station on the north side of Ponoka. Why Ponoka? Mike says it was a good opportunity for the family plus they liked the friendly atmosphere of Ponoka. They found the people in town very willing to help with any difﬁculty in the language differences. In fact people will pop their head in the door just to say “Hi Mike”. Not happy to just be pumping gas or offering the usual gas stations packaged food Mike decided to offer a made fresh daily menu. Mike is proud to offer donairs, fried chicken, milkshakes and rainbow slurpees! Every Friday chicken is only $1.75 per piece and you can order by phone. Take your taste buds to the Husky, enjoy the family friendly atmosphere, oh and don’t forget to order the Crispy Donair!

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In March 2007 they purchased the Ponoka Capitol Theatre. Both businesses are family run with his son & daughter responsible for the theatre and Dave and Lucky working at the bottle depot. Dave is proud of his son Gurjit and his soccer accomplishments – a four year college soccer scholarship, assistant coach to a Camrose University of AB Campus, team, coach for U16 Ponoka and in winter he plays on a men’s team in Red Deer. Dave’s daughter, Jagvit, is equally as busy with work and college. The movie theatre has recently been updated with new chairs, 3D movies and a digital projector. The theatre is also wheelchair accessible. Dave is very thankful to the community and shows it by his many donations to local youth groups, schools, sports organizations, and other charities. He has not forgotten about his homeland and sends donations to help needy children there. With Dave’s great love of life and all things in it and his strong belief in giving back whenever possible the family is a great addition to the community. Ponoka Bottle Depot • 403-783-6875 Capital Theatre • 403-783-3639

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“The calm before the storm.” In a 24/hour, seven days a week business like Keith Stebner’s no two days are alike. One day there may be a call for changing a tire, boosting a stalled vehicle or maybe even a tow, but a change in the weather brings a whole new twist to the day. From towing stranded drivers, attending accident services and more, those days keep Keith, his two full time employees and the two part-time employees going full speed! Keith has been at his current location in the Froman Business Park for 19 years. In addition to tow services he offers storage units for rent and a secure compound for RV storage. 6701-46 Ave, Ponoka Industrial Park 403-783-3636

Alberta small business confidence highest in year and a half Shortage of labour remains biggest challenge; 53 per cent identify it as a constraint According to the latest Business Barometer survey results released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), small business confidence jumped 2.1 points in September to 73.8, the highest level for the index in a year and a half. “The level of confidence among Alberta’s entrepreneurs is up by 4.4 points since July, including another two points this month. That’s clearly a healthy jump and certainly good news for our provincial economy,” says Richard Truscott, Director of Provincial Affairs for CFIB. There are a series of other positive signs in the September numbers compared to August. Entrepreneurs’ hiring intentions stayed virtually the same in September, with 34 per cent of respondents planning to add full-time staff, down just one point, while six per cent were expecting to cut back, unchanged from August. In terms of their view about the general state of the economy, 51 per cent of entrepreneurs characterized it as “good” in September, down six points after reaching a post-recession high in August. Only five per cent described it as “bad”, same as last month. Despite the drop, Alberta’s business owners maintain one of the most positive outlooks in the country on the general business environment. Labour shortages remain the biggest challenge for small business in Alberta. Fifty-three

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Central Office Supplies Ltd has been serving Ponoka and Central Alberta for over 20 years. A move in 1996 saw Central Office Supplies to its current location on Chipman Avenue. The move allowed for expansion and the ability to offer a full line of office supply supplies and equipment and expand art supplies. Currently a customer can have faxing, photocopying, color copying and laminating done. Any type of printing, whether cheques, invoices or business cards, to name a few, can also be done through Central Office Supplies. Customers can now order online plus get their order shipped directly to them. This service enables customers to receive items faster. Miller has been a member of the Ponoka Chamber of Commerce since opening his business. In addition he has been a strong supporter of various organizations in town.

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per cent of entrepreneurs surveyed in Alberta said the shortage of skilled labour was limiting their sales or production growth. “Alberta’s economy appears to be running at full tilt, but the shortage of qualified labour continues to hamstring the growth and success of smaller firms”, states Truscott. The national Business Barometer Index stayed virtually unchanged in September (65.6) compared to August (65.5). Across Canada, entrepreneurs in Newfoundland (74.2) were again the most optimistic about the economy and the future prospects for their business, followed by Alberta (73.8), British Columbia (70.9), Saskatchewan (68.2), Manitoba (65.8), Ontario (65.2), Nova Scotia (63.5) Quebec (60.5), New Brunswick (59.2), and PEI (53.8). About the Business Barometer: Measured on a scale of 0 and 100, an index level above 50 means owners expecting their businesses’ performance to be stronger in the next year outnumber those expecting weaker performance. According to past results, index levels normally range between 65 and 75 when the economy is growing at its potential. The September 2014 findings are based on 1,022 responses, collected from a stratified random sample of CFIB members, to a controlledaccess web survey. Findings are statistically accurate to +/- 3.1 per cent 19 times in 20.

Rowland, Parker & Associates LLP Chartered Accountants Our office was originally established in Ponoka in the 1950’s, and has undergone several name changes over the years, and in 1995 began operating under our current name of Rowland, Parker & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants. The office was located initially in the original CIBC building, moving to the old IGA building on 50th Ave around 1967, and then to our current location of 5013-49 Avenue in 1980. In 2010 we renovated and added additional space at this location to better serve our clients. Rowland Parker & Associates Chartered Accountants, LLP provides professional services to agriculture, small business, government organizations, and professionals. We currently have a staff of 25, and offer our services through a full time office here in Ponoka, and two part time offices in Bashaw and Wetaskiwin.

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Simple steps to self-motivation and more sales Every day of your life you are selling yourself, nothing happens until you’re successful at doing that. We’re all in the selling business whether we like it or not. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a lawyer or an accountant, a manager or a politician, an engineer or a doctor. We all spend a great deal of our time trying to persuade people to buy our product or service, accept our proposals or merely accept what we say. Before you get better at persuading or influencing other people you need to get better at self-motivation and selling yourself. Here are 10 simple steps to selfmotivation: 1. You must believe in the product Selling yourself is pretty much like selling anything. Firstly, you need to believe in what you’re selling. That means believing in “you.” It’s about lots of positive self-talk and the right attitude. The first thing people notice about you is your attitude. If you’re like most people then you’ll suffer from lack of confidence from time to time. It really all comes down to how you talk to yourself. The majority of people are more likely to talk to themselves negatively than positively - this is what holds them back in life. It isn’t just about a positive attitude; it’s about the right attitude - the quality of your thinking. Successful people have a constructive and optimistic way of looking at them-

selves and their work. They have an attitude of calm, confident, positive self-expectation. They feel good about themselves and believe that everything they do will lead to their inevitable success. If you’re in a sales job or a business owner or a manager then you need to continually work on your attitude. You need to listen to that little voice inside your head. Is it saying you’re on top, going for it and confident, or is it holding you back. If you’re hearing - “I can’t do this or that” or “They won’t want to buy at the moment” or “We’re too expensive” then you’d better change your self-talk or change your job. Start to believe in yourself and don’t let things that are out with your control effect your attitude. Avoid criticizing, condemning and complaining and start spreading a little happiness. Remember the saying of Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company - “If you believe you can do a thing, or if you believe you can’t, in either case you’re probably right.” 2. The packaging must grab attention Like any other product we buy, the way the product is packaged and presented will influence the customer’s decision to buy. Everything about you needs to look good and you must dress appropriately for the occasion. And don’t think that just because your customer dresses casually, that they expect you to dress the same way. The style

and color of the clothes you wear, your spectacles, shoes, briefcase, watch, the pen you use, all make a statement about you. 3. Smile No need to get carried away, you don’t need a big cheesy grin, just a pleasant open face that doesn’t frighten people away. 4. Use names Use the customers name as soon as you can but don’t over do it. Business is less formal nowadays however be careful of using first names initially. Make sure your customer knows yours and remembers it. You can do the old repeat trick -”My name is Bond, James Bond” or “My name is James, James Bond” continued on page 24

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Direct Travel and Cruise Centre is a full service travel agency, experienced in selling travel across the world. Direct Travel and Cruise Centre was established in 1961. Today with over 75 years of combined travel expertise Direct Travel and Cruise Centre is the major player in serving the Ponoka community with travel advice. Key components that contribute to the experience, knowledge, and education base of Direct Travel and Cruise Centre are: • Master Cruise Accredited travel agency from CLIA; Cruise Line International Association • Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Specialist • International River Cruise Specialist • Certiﬁed Travel Insurance Advisors • Member of Ensemble Travel Group –North American’s largest buying group with over 850 independent travel agencies in Canada and the USA • Member of IATA; International Air Transport Association • Member of ACTA; Association of Canadian Travel Agencies Direct Travel and Cruise Centre is a strong community supporter and volunteer for Ponoka’s many clubs and organizations. Our staff Theresa Turner, Ramona Joyes, Kahla Rakai, Amber Rakai and Diane Barnes is committed to excellence in customer satisfaction.

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5. Watch the other person What does their body language tell you? Are they comfortable with you or are they a bit nervous? Are they listening to you or are their eyes darting around the room. If they’re not comfortable and not listening then there’s no point telling them something important about your business. Far better to make some small talk and more importantly -get then to talk about themselves. It’s best to go on the assumption that in the first few minutes of meeting someone new, they won’t take in much of what you say. They’re too busy analyzing all the visual data they’re taking in.

6. Listen and look like you’re listening Many people, particularly men, listen but don’t show that they’re listening. The other person can only go on what they see, not what’s going on inside your head. If they see a blank expression then they’ll assume you’re “out to lunch.” The trick is to do all the active listening things such as nodding your head, the occasional “UHHUH” and the occasional question. 7. Be interested If you want to be INTERESTING then be INTERESTED. This really is the most important thing you can do to be successful at selling yourself. The majority of people are very concerned about their self-image. If they sense that you value them, that you feel that they’re important and worth listening to, then you effectively raise their self-image. If you can help people to like themselves then they’ll LOVE you. Don’t

fall into the trap of flattering the other person, because most people will see right through you and they won’t fall for it. Just show some genuine interest in the customer and their business and they’ll be much more receptive to what you say. 8. Talk positively Don’t say - “Isn’t it a horrible day” or “Business is pretty tough at present” or any thing else that pulls the conversation down. Say things like (and only the truth) “I like the design of this office” or “I’ve heard some good reports about your new product.” 9. Mirror the other person This doesn’t mean mimicking the other person, it just means you speaking and behaving in a manner that is similar to the customer. For example, if your customer speaks slowly or quietly, then you speak slowly or quietly. Remember people like people who are like themselves. 10. Warm and friendly If you look or sound stressed or aggressive then don’t be surprised if the other person gets defensive and less than willing to co-operate. If you look and sound warm and friendly, then you’re more likely to get a positive response. This isn’t about being all nicey-nicey. It’s about a pleasant open face or a warm tone over the telephone. Before we can get down to the process of selling our product, our service or our ideas then we need to be as sure as we can be - that the customer has bought us and that we have their full attention.

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Starting out in 1985 with one truck and working out of his home Will Dillen has expanded Will’s Welding to 15 employees with a commercial shop in Ponoka’s Industrial Park. They have been in their current location since 1986. In 1994 they started renting farm equipment through Flaman Rentals. Over the years they have become a retail outlet for nuts and bolts, trailer supplies, steel supplies and welding supplies. They service both the farming and commercial industries, from Calgary to Fort McMurray and places in between.

In 2006 they opened a new fabrication shop. In 2007 they incorporated their own line of equipment including chain & shear harrows up to 30 feet, land rollers with or without shear bar, up to 16 feet (for mole, gopher & badger mounds). These are built under “Wilpac Industries Ltd.” Will’s Welding supports many sports groups including Ponoka Jr. “B” hockey, minor hockey, and ﬁgure skating. Other community groups include Ponoka Youth Center, Ponoka Ag Society and the Ponoka Stampede to name a few more.

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Ponoka Veterinary Clinic

More than money:

How non-financial benefits can be a game-changer for your business What is the cost of losing a good employee? Entrepreneurs know it can be high. At Frima Studio, a fast-growing video game maker, the challenge of attracting and keeping talent got harder five years ago, when a pair of deep-pocketed multinational competitors opened offices nearby. “We couldn’t compete on salary, so we decided to create an attractive workplace one that was fun and inspiring,” says Nathalie McLaughlin, Frima’s Human Resources Di-

rector. Twice a year, Frima emulates the “Dragons’ Den” TV show and invites its employees to pitch innovative projects to a panel of judges. “If we judge a project to be solid enough and to have sufficient marketing potential, we will release its creators from a few of their usual tasks so that they can devote one day a week to the development of their amazing idea. A few months continued on page 26

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Ponoka Veterinary Clinic has been servicing the Ponoka Community since 1962. It has developed around the concept of providing high quality medicine and surgery with a family type atmosphere. We have seen many changes in the veterinary medicine over the years but have remained dedicated to providing a caring compassionate service. Paramount to our success is our team

of friendly and talented support staff, including three registered Animal Health Technologists, one Tech Assistant and an ofﬁce manager. We are proud to be part of the Ponoka Community and look forward to providing excellent veterinary services for all of your small and large animal needs. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal clientele for your loyal patronage.

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The locally owned and operated SEARS franchise has a new owner! As of October 1 Sharon Strickland took over the store from former owner/operators Jim & Shelia Raki. Sharon is a busy entrepreneur with a dry cleaning business in Westakiwin – Mountain Spring Cleaners – and several pickup/delivery stores in Leduc & Camrose. Sharon was looking to expand into Ponoka & the SEARS franchise was a perfect fit. Sharon would like to remind everyone that the store carries top major appliance brands, sleep sets, home appliances, home electronics, lawn and garden products. Any item found in sales flyers, the catalogue or on-line can be ordered and delivered to Ponoka. This saves you, the customer, time and money by picking up the item locally! Stop by and check out the special in store clearance items, flyer specials or place a catalogue order.

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Tim Corkery, owner, holds his license through Manulife Securities, one of the oldest and most reputable companies in Canada. He is also a member of the Deposit Broker Association. Tim offers ﬁnancial services, retirement services, investment services and life insurance. He is also able to offer insured GIC’s from many institutions at the best rates available. Other services he offers is group and individual health plans. For many years Tim has coached different teams in Ponoka including baseball, hockey and volleyball, as well as serving on various boards and committees. Debt reduction, income and guarantees are on the minds of many Canadians today. Please call Tim for any advice or help in planning your ﬁnancial needs.

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More than money... continued from page 25 later, we review the state of the project and decide if it’s worth pursuing, in which case we greenlight its production and marketing. This program is already starting to yield impressive results,” explains McLaughlin. The array of benefits designed to make Frima’s employees’ lives easier includes flexible work hours, as well as a week of

paid vacation time between the 25th of December and the New Year. The company offers employees gaming areas and an on-site gym. Twice a month, two massage therapists and a hair stylist also drop by. Frima isn’t alone in turning to creative ways to provide employees with non-monetary rewards. “Companies in all industries—not just high-tech—increasingly see non-financial compensation as vital to their growth,” says

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Nathalie Gélinas, Senior Vice President, Consulting, at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). In today’s challenging economy, it’s harder than ever for many entrepreneurs to find the resources to draw in and retain skilled employees, she adds. At the same time, boomers are quitting the labour market, leading to labour shortages in many fields. This means businesses are increasingly competing for good workers, but they have less money to do it with. The good news: non-financial benefits can be inexpensive and can even boost a company’s productivity, Gélinas says. “The cost is a lot smaller than what the employer gets back. Losing an employee is very costly. Human capital is the most important resource a business has,” she says. “The ultimate challenge is to mobilize employees. Salary alone will never mobilize or retain talent over the long-term. Businesses should be creative about finding ways to attract and engage talent.” At Frima, the employee-friendly workplace became a beacon for smart, enthusiastic workers who helped propel the company’s explosive growth. “The key to our success is our work culture,” McLaughlin says. “We listen to employees a lot. People always talk about the customer experience. We have developed the employee experience. It means people don’t want to leave.” Frima also has a performance reward system that awards points that employees can exchange for services, thus reinforcing the company’s commitment to helping

employees maintain work-family balance. Perks include tax preparation, lawn mowing, babysitting, movie/dinner combos and more. “Our office is completely different from anything else in the area. It’s really made a difference in attracting people,” McLaughlin says. Frima’s success shows that while pay is important, it isn’t what makes employees happy at work, Gélinas says. Employees want flexibility, trust and the chance to develop as part of a team, she adds. “We spend a lot of time listening to customers to serve them better. We also need to listen to employees.” How to compensate without cash Entrepreneurs should listen to employees to learn what benefits they value and work on non-financial compensation constantly until it becomes part of the company’s way of life, BDC’s Nathalie Gélinas says. Here are three types of non-financial compensation to consider. Flexibility. A flexible workplace is increasingly in demand. You can offer flexibility in terms of time (variable work hours) and space (opportunities to work outside the office). Trust. Employees like to have responsibility, work in a harmonious environment and be trusted to make decisions. At the same time, you should hold employees accountable via solid performance appraisals. Self-development. Entrepreneurs should think about how to help employees develop themselves. The result will be more a productive and motivated workforce.

PONOKA CO-OP OILS Colin & Patsy Mackenzie, owners

Ponoka Co-op Oils has been serving Ponoka and area since 1956. Over time Ponoka Co-op Oils has grown from retail fuel sales and bulk fuel delivery to include propane and a card lock. Clayton Morrow is the current manager and there is a staff of 12 full and part-time employees. When a customer pulls up to

the pumps they can enjoy a full service gas station with an oil check, windows washed and of course someone pumping gas – a rarity today. Ponoka Co-op Oils paid out $797,000 to members in 2014, up $63,000. Clayton and staff look forward to serving present and future customers.

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After 18 years in the city of Calgary it was time for Colin and Patsy Mackenzie to move closer to their sons and families. When an opportunity presented itself to become owners and operators of a No Frills store in Ponoka they jumped at the chance.

The Mackenzie’s are committed in providing a one-stop destination to meet your food and household needs through quality food, and drugstore services, along with the unique President’s Choice®, and no name® brands all great prices.

Friendly customers and great staff have helped the Mackenzie’s settle into Ponoka quickly - they can not believe it’s been a year already!

In addition you will ﬁnd No Frills carries a large line of ethnic food & gluten free products.

While food is at the heart of their store they also provide a wide, range of products and services to meet your everyday household demands.

Come on in to the new bright, sunny store from 9am to 9pm daily for all your grocery needs & say Hi to Colin, Patsy and their staff.

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Planning to fail: How mistakes can help your business Every entrepreneur feels it at some point: the fear of failure. Only half of new businesses make it to their fifth birthday, and that can cause entrepreneurs a lot of stress. However, experts say failure can actually lead to major accomplishments. In fact, failure has been a key ingredient

in some of the business world’s great success stories, says Michel Bergeron, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Public Affairs at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). “Canadian entrepreneurs and the public continued on page 28

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Open at 11:00 am Monday-Saturday “It feels like I never left” says John Mallis, owner/operator of John’s Place. Back for over a year and a half Mallis said his return to the restaurant has been an easy transition because he’s been welcomed back by so many friends. “It’s a family restaurant where everyone feels at home,” said the gregarious Mallis. “We have good food at a fair price.”

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The popular, tried and true lunch and supper menu includes a variety of tasty appetizers, hearty sandwiches and burgers, delicious entrées such as BBQ ribs, veal, steaks and pastas, and authentic Greek dishes such as roast lamb, spanakopita and souvlaki. There is also a children’s menu and a variety of pizzas to satisfy every member of the family. At John’s Place you’re part of the family.

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Want It? Need It? Rent It! Town & Country Supplies not only supply the farming community and oilfield businesses but can help with everyday items like lawn mowers or rental equipment. They can rent you just about anything from scissors lifts to nailers to bobcats to flooring tools. Visit their website www.town&countrysupplies.ca or call for a complete list available. The staff never say no to a request as they can always find what you need, get it or point you in the right direction. They make everyone feel at home and customers come to depend on them as a valuable resource.

They open early and stay late to make sure you get the parts, service or rental you need. Mike and the staff are also very involved in the community whether through sponsorships, donations, using their equipment for events around town or just volunteering their time. As a company they try to use, reuse and be aware of offering equipment that is green friendly. Come in and see what Mike, Nathan, Bob, Candice, Sam, Todd, Dallas, Tanya and Morgan can help you ﬁnd, ﬁx or enjoy a fresh cup of coffee.

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Heading into their 14th year of business, Ponoka’s only locally owned and purely independent Pharmacy strives to serve their customers’ needs in a timely and efﬁcient manner. New government approved services now allow their Pharmacists the ability to extend prescriptions and conduct medication reviews to ensure their customers are aware of what they are taking and what to expect from their medications at no cost to their patients.

their medications, to the success of the store.

The store has had many previous recognitions of their achievements including nominations and awards for ‘Medium size Business of the year’, ‘Customer Service of the Year’ and ‘Pharmacist of the Year’. Jamil credits the dedication and hard work of all of his staff members, including the assistants at the front of the store to the Pharmacists, who ensure proper instruction is given to patients about

Conveniently located beside the Family Health Clinic (Medical Doctor ofﬁce), Pharmacists – Jamil, Dwayne, Kim and Courtney are friendly, courteous and concerned for your care. Book your appointment today to discuss and understand all your medication needs with one of our knowledgeable and caring Pharmacists!

Now offering the injection of the Shingles vaccine; travel vaccine and advice; no charge injection of the Flu vaccine; and represcribing critical medications when your Physician is not available. In addition to all that the store offers an everyday 10% Seniors Discount without the hassle of a membership card; free delivery on prescriptions and a ‘nofee’ blister packaging compliance program.

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Planning to fail... continued from page 27

at large need to be more forgiving about failure. Failure–and learning from mistakes–is often an important milestone on the path to success,” Bergeron says. “We have to change our perception about failure in order to help business owners stay in the game.” Deborah Conroy of EY agrees. She points to the new BDC Entrepreneurial Resiliency Award, an initiative that

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experts that teamed up with BDC for this award. No business is too big or too small to confront roadblocks. Bergeron cites the example of Groupon, the giant deals website. The company got its start as a social media site called The Point, which was created to help people connect for social activism purposes. After a year of effort and US$1 million in operating costs, the start-up was going nowhere. “The founders shifted gears and turned their offering into the discount coupon service Groupon. They learned, adapted and made a fortune,” Bergeron says. Two years later, the shift in focus proved profitable: Groupon ballooned from a few dozen employees to 10,000 and was the fastest company in history to make US$1 billion in revenue. Bergeron advises entrepreneurs to adopt a “try, try again” philosophy. At its core: learning from mistakes and showing resilience, a new business approach that is growing in popularity in today’s rapidly changing economy, he says. Instead of the old model, which emphasized extensive planning before launching a new venture—by which time technology and markets may change substantially—the new approach favours a lean and nimble start-up. The idea is to engage customers early with a basic product, even if you haven’t worked out all the bugs. The second step: Learn quickly from customer feedback and missteps. Third: Constantly

Canadians slow to accept failure

How do entrepreneurs turn failure into success? “They have had a knack for seeing failure as an opportunity or challenge,” says BDC’s Michel Bergeron. “When solution ‘A’ didn’t work, they tried solution ‘B’ if they were still convinced there was a need. Or they decided to meet a different need and, in the process, found a new path. The setback helped them identify a weakness, and they fixed it.” Deborah Conroy of EY agrees. She cites a 2013 EY survey that found the following: Over one third of Canadian entrepreneurs (35%) said business failure is seen as a barrier to future business prospects. This is 9 percentage points higher than the average across the G-20 countries, which was 26%. Canadian entrepreneurs may be more worried about failure because of “higher expectations,” but they should also keep in mind Canada’s “many entrepreneurial upsides,” such as the low cost of starting a business, the survey authors noted.

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refine your efforts. And the final secret ingredient: Don’t give up. “I don’t think fear is all bad. It can be healthy and reasonable. It keeps entrepreneurs from making rash decisions,” Conroy says. “But it’s important to avoid excessive hesitation and waiting for the exact perfect moment. Trying, failing and trying again is much better than not trying at all.”

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Five tips to manage your cash flow Cash is king—it’s a common saying in the business world. But surprisingly few entrepreneurs take steps to manage their cash flow so they don’t wind up with an empty bank account and nothing to pay the bills. “One of the main causes of business failure is poor cash flow management,” says Susan Rohac, Senior Vice President, Financing and Consulting, at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). The good news: cash flow management is easy to improve with a few simple steps. “Getting control over your cash flow helps you prepare for slow periods, plan your financing and have peace of mind,” Rohac says. Follow these five steps to get a better handle on your cash flow. 1. Profitability check First, make sure your business is earning a reasonable profit. Even the greatest cash flow management won’t help if your fundamentals are out of whack. Analyze each product and service separately to see whether it’s pulling its weight. Make sure your products are appropriately priced, and work to eliminate inefficiencies. Instead of just chasing sales, chase profitable sales. In 2007, Mike Whittaker’s company Bonté Foods learned the consequences of poor cash flow the hard way after facing large cost overruns on two major projects. The company had to act quickly to

restore its cash position. It analyzed its profitability and realized it had to raise prices to better reflect costs. Bonté also unloaded lower-margin product lines and launched an efficiency drive while tightening cash flow management. The changes had a huge impact. Sales in Bonté’s meat division are up 36% since 2009, while gross profit is up almost 6%. “We learned to watch our cash very carefully,” Whittaker says. “You need to always be ahead of the curve on cash flow management.” 2. Do a cash flow projection Next, prepare a cash flow projection for the coming year. This is your early warning system for cash flow hiccups. Use an Excel spreadsheet or accounting software to plug in expected monthly cash inflows and outflows, including anticipated big-ticket purchases. Use the projection to anticipate slow periods and plan in advance what to do about them. “Through the year, check your actual cash position regularly—once a week or month—against your projection to see how you’re doing and deal promptly with any divergences,” advises Rohac. 3. Finance big buys instead of draining cash One of the most common cash flow mistakes is using cash to buy a major long-term asset, instead of getting financing. Even if

you feel flush right now, you may suddenly wind up short of cash if you experience a sudden revenue shortfall or rapid growth. Use your cash flow projection to plan your financing needs ahead of time, not in the midst of a crisis, when bankers may be wary to lend. Rohac also recommends matching the lifespan of a purchase with financing of similar duration. 4. Speed up cash inflows Getting money into your business more quickly can save you carrying costs on your line of credit. Some tips: send out in-

voices more quickly, ask customers to pay electronically and charge interest to slowpayers. 5. Raise cash quickly in a crunch Facing an unexpected cash flow crunch? You can raise cash quickly using various techniques: approach your bank for help; check your inventory and assets to see what you can sell off, even at a discount; ask suppliers or your landlord for extra time to pay bills; or offer your customers a big discount to earn some quick sales.\ continued on page 30

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Five tips continued from page 29 Many businesses ignore cash flow management: survey BDC’s Susan Rohac points out that managing finances is one of the main challenges for entrepreneurs, coming in second after marketing and sales. The findings of a BDC survey this year confirm her observation:

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More than four out of five entrepreneurs (82 per cent) say they’re the ones managing cash flow and financing in the company. However, many of the entrepreneurs don’t take basic steps to control their finances. Almost half say they don’t make cash flow projections and check them against actual results—a basic procedure of financial management.

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For some of us no age is a good age! Dr Leslie Gill, of Ponoka Dental Centre, recommends six months after the first tooth appears or by one year of age. Ponoka Dental Centre offers complete dental and hygiene services, which keep all the staff busy. Dentistry has seen many changes over the years. Gone are the days of x-rays and written files. Digital imagery and computers have streamlined some of the time consuming aspects of the business. Focus on a patient’s comfort during a procedure is something else that makes going to the dentist less stressful. All in all Dr Gill loves her work, the patients and staff and hopes to enjoy many more years in her profession.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Small business activity in Canada moderating but demographics show opportunity to expand export orientation: CIBC Strongest growth potential for small businesses are in Alberta and British Columbia FROM CANADIAN NEWS WIRE

Small business activity in Canada is lagging behind the economy as a whole, but has the potential to pick up and grow in the next five years, especially in Alberta and British Columbia which provide the greatest advantages for startups, finds a new report from CIBC World Markets. “Looking back at the recent history, we see that small business activity outperformed the broader economy in the earlier part of the recovery, but now at the more mature stage of the cycle, things are changing and small businesses are the ones lagging the economy as a whole,” says Benjamin Tal, Deputy Chief Economist, CIBC, who coauthored the report with CIBC Economists Andrew Grantham and Nick Exarhos. “Exports have been on the upswing, helped along the way by a meaningful drop in the Canadian dollar below parity. Just as small and medium enterprises are less responsive to a rise in the value of the loonie, they are just as insensitive to Canadian dollar weakness.” The report finds that since the recession, small businesses have been getting larger, with the number of firms with 2049 employees up close to 18 per cent, those with 10-19 employees up by 12.5

per cent and those with less than 10 employees up by 10.3 per cent. “While economic conditions have deteriorated for them recently, small businesses have been contributing a greater-than-normal share of hiring recently,” says Mr. Tal. “That’s partly because hiring in the rest of the economy has been muted, but small businesses have also been adding to their workforce at a greater rate than they have historically.” Small businesses activity in Canada is an important part of the economy, accounting for about 40 per cent of private-sector gross domestic product. Clearly, there are opportunities for small businesses to exploit, particularly given structural factors that favour the launching and growing of new endeavours. But increased export and import orientation points to greater complexity in doing business, putting increased pressure on small business in terms of price, quality, cost control, efficiency, marketing expertise, customer satisfaction and innovation, the report says. The report identifies Alberta as the most favorable place in Canada for a small business to flourish as it has the strongest projected growth, while also possessing good demographics and im-

migration trends. “Those latter characteristics offer a steady stream of future entrepreneurs and workers to drive operations in tomorrow’s small and medium enterprises,” says Mr.

Tal. “The province does lack an advantage in export orientation, with a concentration in Alberta’s outbound flows in larger, energy-focused firms.” continued on page 33

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Businesses breathe new life into youth awards program BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Two Ponoka businesses have breathed new life into the Leaders of Tomorrow program, which was on the verge of collapse. For the last 18 years, Encana Corporation has been the main sponsor of Ponoka’s Leaders of Tomorrow program, which aims to recognize Ponoka youths that volunteer their time to better Ponoka. Since Encana pulled its operations recently from Ponoka, the program’s future was uncertain, explained committee chairperson Leanne Brusegard. “We were looking at not being able to run it next year.” Rather than see the program end, two Ponoka businesses stepped up for a five year commitment to see the Leaders of Tomorrow continue; Rowland, Parker and Associates and Sirrs Law Group LLP joined forces and committed the money needed to see the program thrive. Brusegard was ecstatic when she heard the news. “We are so lucky.” “It’s a good cause and I’ve known a few kids that got it (Leaders of Tomorrow award). It was a very positive experience in their life,” said Gord Parker of Rowland, Parker and Associates. “We wanted some continuity with it for sure,” he added. Richard Gregory, of SIRRS Law Group, said both businesses have similar philosophies of giving back to the community and this seemed a perfect fit. For Miles Cymbaluk, also of SIRRS, the program hits close to home. His daughter was once a recipient of a similar award in Leduc. He said he had seen the benefits of the program. The Leaders of Tomorrow awards day is expected sometime in April, 2015.

The future of the Leaders of Tomorrow program looks bright after a five-year commitment from Rowland Parker and Associates and SIRRS Law Group LLC recently. Here Richard Gregory and Miles Cymbaluk of SIRRS Law Group pose with Leaders of Tomorrow committee members Karen David, Nathan McEntee and chairperson Leanne Brusegard next to Gord Parker and Tim Rowland. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

First Choice Auto & Truck Repair

Rexall is conveniently located beside Hamilton’s IGA at 4502 - 50 Street. Rexall is committed to providing top quality products with affordable prices. They are staffed with highly trained personnel who offer exceptional service. In the pharmacy you will ﬁnd two pharmacists, Greg and Sujin and two pharmaceutical technicians as well as a registered nurse on hand for ﬁtting compression stockings and ostomy supplies. Rexall carries a variety of beauty 4502 - 50 Street Fax: 403-783-6699

and cosmetics, vitamins and supplements, first aid supplies, skin and bath care, as well as all your pharmaceutical needs including cold, allergy and flu medications. Rexall also offers digital photo centre, home health care, free prescription delivery, medication reminders and health/wellness clinics, free medication reviews with careplans and flu vaccinations without an appointment. 403-783-5568 Email: 7223rx@rexall.ca

Since 1996 First Choice Auto & Truck Repair Ltd & Ponoka Towing have given the motorists of Ponoka and area quality service and security on the roads.

heavy-duty mechanic on site to repair heavy trucks and trailers. First Choice Auto is also a certiﬁed inspection station for commercial vehicles.

Murray Dux and his wife, Barb, employ seven people and two tow truck drivers. It is a family run business and they make you feel welcome whatever your needs may be.

Murray is a member of the Ponoka Fire Department. In addition the business sponsors local professional team roper, Brett Buss and the Central Ponoka 4-H Beef Club.

They provide quality repair service on all makes and models of vehicles. There is a qualiﬁed

Whatever your needs are it is nice to know Murray and his staff are there to help!

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Small business activity in Canada moderating continued from page 31 British Columbia and Ontario ranked second and third, respectively, with a three-way tie for fourth between Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Quebec. B.C.’s strong growth prospects, solid urban concentration and labour dynamics suggest that smaller enterprises can exploit emerging opportunities, says Mr. Tal. While small firms in Ontario are well integrated into larger firms’ manufacturing supply chains, the province isn’t aligned to industries that are poised to see the highest growth, he notes. “It will need to work on its weaker readings on debt management to give firms the capital they need to expand toward industries with brighter prospects,” Mr. Tal says. The provinces were scored on nine macro factors, with double weight added to expected economic growth given its importance: Economic growth - The extent to which the macro environment supports small and medium enterprise (SMEs) activity Urban/Rural Mix - The concentration of SMEs in large urban centres. Recent years have seen growth in SME formation in those areas outpace growth in rural areas. Labour Availability - The share of firms citing labour shortages as a source of restraint on their operations Net Exports Position - The balance of exports minus imports and a measure of sensitivity to the prospects of a weaker Canadian dollar

“It will need to work on its weaker readings on debt management to give firms the capital they need to expand toward industries with brighter prospects,” Benjamin Tal, Deputy Chief Economist, CIBC

Demographics - Growth in the 33-55 year-old age group. This age group has the highest propensity to become selfemployed and start a business. Net Migration - The contribution of new immigrants to growth in the labour force, with the motivation here that new immigrants have a higher tendency to become self-employed. Sectoral Mix - The extent to which the fastest-growing sectors in the economy are also SME-friendly. Outsourcing Activity - The propensity by large corporations to outsource core activity. Debt Position - A measure of dependence on financing and a proxy for sensitivity to higher interest rates.

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Ponoka Auto Detailing Centre can shampoo the interior and the motor making your vehicle like new! In the winter there is an in-door parking service available, something to take advantage of with the cold Alberta winters we experience. The self-serve wash bays are coin operated but you can use Interact or credit cards through the main ofﬁce. There are also ﬁve indoor wash bays. Stop by for all your car care needs and check out their competitive rates.

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With over 20 years experience there isn’t a vehicle too small or too large Don Elliott hasn’t cleaned. Whether it is a prized hot rod, commercial vehicle, work truck or a van taking kids to soccer Don can clean it inside and out! Located at #204, Bldg 2 6701Hwy 53 in the Froman Business Park Don is a really hands-on owner. He pays great attention to detail in his custom vehicle cleaning business. Vehicles are a major investment and Don recommends a good cleaning at least once a year. It will help prevent weather damage, provide beauty & protection inside and out and enhance resale value. Before the weather changes come and see Don to enjoy that new vehicle feeling again.

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Pixie Photo can custom frame artwork, pictures, needlepoint, memorabilia and more. They can print your pictures on paper, canvas or stretch canvas. Pixie Photo sells hand tooled leather albums, journals, satchels, and sketchbooks, plus tooled metal wall hangings from India. They have a large selection of picture frames, wall décor and of course picture frames.

(L to R) Amanda, Cara, Shalaine, Brianna, Courtney & Brittney Missing from photo Marilyn. Cara and Marilyn started their salon over nine years ago. Three years ago they moved to the larger, bright new location on the corner of 51 Street and 49 Avenue. The Cutting Edge is a full service salon. Along with hair care services they offer hair extensions, waxing, manicures, pedicures, makeup and make overs. The salon has introduced a new line of TIGI professional cosmetics.

For men they carry metal trucks, cars, nostalgic items and unique giftware.

The Cutting Edge carries the full line of L’ANZA Advanced Healing Collection of hair care products and colors that heals, seals and protects the hair.

Other services offered include passport photos, printing pictures from originals, negatives, slides plus restoration and dry-cleaning.

The Cutting Edge has in stock the wonderful new MIRACURL Profession Curl Machine. Stop in and see us for a demonstration. They also carry professional ﬂat irons, blow brushes etc.

Come in and see Rose and Gina – their service will spoil you!

The salon has a stand up tanning booth along with an excellent selection of tanning lotions.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

New-business owner sees victories after hard work BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Having opened one of Ponoka’s newest businesses over the summer, Mi Casa Imports owner Abby Yaworski has a fresh perspective of what it means to open an entirely new business in a small town. On her first trip to Mexico, Yaworski felt the over“It’s authenwhelming need to bring tic Mexican a taste of the imports. (For) festive country back to everything in Ponoka. “We here, we go dijust fell in love with Mexico, rectly to the arthe people, tisans and purthe foods, the chase them,” colours,” she Abby Yaworski said. Building an import business from the ground up was a learning experience for Yaworski, who says it came from three parts passion and one part learning technical knowledge. “It’s all passion and it’s all new.” It was also a lot of long days, researching the rules and regulations of importing. continued on page 35

Mi Casa opened in Ponoka in August and deals in importing authentic Mexican pieces to Ponoka.

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Morskate Manufacturing started in 1999 with building anything the customer wanted, the way they wanted it. Today this is still one of Morskate’s strongest points. Morskate Manufacturing has recently expanded their lot to four acres to better suit their needs for inventory. The business employs 20 people from drafting people to admin to labourers and of course welders.

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They are able to do waterjet cutting, welding (portable & shop), saw cutting, punching, drilling, bending ﬂat & pipe, machining and plasma cutting. They do jobs for agricultural, structural and residential. Tel: 403-783-6140 • Fax: 403-704-1708 paul@morskatemanufacturing.com • ben@morskatemanufacturing.com www.morskatemanufacturing.com

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New-business owner continued from page 34 For others looking to open small and unique businesses in Ponoka Yaworski had sound advice. “I think you just follow your dream. You do a lot of research and you have to work a lot.” Yaworski says the community has responded well to Mi Casa Imports and

after two months in business, she still has new people coming through the door every day. Rural towns can have a lot of competition with larger cities and shopping limitations within Ponoka have been an issue with the residents. Yaworski feels her business responds to some of that

need. Good advertising strategies are another tool to drive traffic to the store and Mi Casa could be seen in print advertising in its beginning and online at Facebook. A website is also under construction. In the future, Yaworski plans on developing an online store and digital catalogue for her

genuine Mexican pieces. “It’s authentic Mexican imports. (For) everything in here, we go directly to the artisans and purchase them,” said Yaworski. “I’ll keep it original and I’ll keep it new. Anything that’s in the store now, I won’t buy again,” she added.

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(L to R) Dale Lillemo, Dean Thompson, Lynn McArthur, Angie Lewis After the closure of a long standing other products and furnaces to meet our Ponoka heating and sheet metal customer’s need. business, Angie Lewis recognized the continued need for this type of business Angie credits the success of the business to serve the community she was born to her valuable staff who are dedicated, experienced, qualiﬁed, honest, reliable, and raised in. and hard working. This level of service In May 2010 Angie opened West results in customers contacting her in Central Mechanical Ltd, offering jobs praise of both the work and the manner to those left unemployed by the recent in which it was done. closure. The result was a new company starting with qualiﬁed, experienced staff Supporting Ponoka businesses is priority and whenever possible we choose to accustomed to working together. buy locally. West Central Mechanical Ltd has Central Mechanical truly continued to build from that point, West primarily offering sales and services appreciate and thank all of their for both residential and commercial customers for their patronage over the Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation last 4 ½ years and look forward to and Custom Sheet Metal work. In early continuing to serve all present and future 2012 the company expanded to include customers for many years to come. Continuous Eavestroughing. West Central Mechanical Ltd believes As a Lennox dealer West Central that Small Businesses Are The Roots Mechanical primarily sell Lennox of The Community And That Is What Is equipment, but handle a variety of Important!

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Ponoka County council has lifted the stop order placed upon a Sharphead Indian burial grounds provincial project. Members of council met with the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Maureen Kubinec, and the Minister of Municipal Affairs, Diana McQueen, on Thursday, Oct. 9 about the project and the lack of communication and partnership the provincial government had displayed. “It suffices to say we got their attention,” said county CAO Charlie Cutforth. Despite having lifted the stop order, council believes it needs to continue advocating on behalf of neighboring landowners. At the meeting with ministers, Cutforth requested a formal plan/response explaining expectations of the project, signage, fences, traffic volume and activity. “They were certainly committed to making sure the neighbours’ concerns were addressed,” said Cutforth. The council first issued the stop order on the project because the province had not applied to rezone the land in question and the project for the land did not meet the land-use bylaw of the county. “They did not correspond with that properly . . . they did not work as partners with us and I think they’re realizing that,” said Reeve Paul McLaughlin. “We need to advocate and I think we’re learning they’re not going to take care of this, we have to do

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Maskwacis youth killed, family mourns his loss BY PONOKA NEWS STAFF

Family members of Tyler Preston Soosay, 18, are mourning the loss of the young man who was found killed outside a home on the Samson Cree Nation reserve last week.

Police attended the scene Sunday, Oct. 12 and called in the major crimes unit to investigate the matter. As a result of the investigations, officers charged Soosay’s cousin, Walter Samuel Louis, 21, with second-degree murder and indignity to a dead body.

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PONOKA NEWS 39

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Cree chief awarded highest provincial honour, says owes success to balancing of life BY MUSTAFA ERIC

dealing with their problems, Chief Littlechild sounded optimistic. “While we continue to face challenges, as everyone does, we have made progress in many areas, in particular in business and education,” he said. “We have made strides also in continuing to heal from inter generational trauma. I am very encouraged in our efforts to continue building on the strengths of our people.” With respect to his expectations of development among Maskwacis communities, Littlechild said “So five years from now, I see continued progress in all elements of life because there is a new leadership that is returning to our community with holistic education.” He sounded equally sanguine about First Nations strengthening their cultural identity and better managing their lives and their resources. “Making progress in re-claiming what is right is an incremental process,” he continued. “Any effort to maintain cultural balance with economic resource

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Rezoning near Gull Lake tabled by county council

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A rezoning request has been tabled by Ponoka County council, allowing councillors the opportunity to gather more information and investigate the buyers/sellers market for the subdivisions around Gull Lake. Gregory Chalmers applied to rezone approximately 155 acres on the east side of the lake from agricultural to country residential for 10 to 12 five to 10 acre parcels. The land is marginal farmland, county CAO Charlie Cutforth told council. “You’re dealing with this purely on the basis of farmland versus country residential.” There were no objections from neighboring landowners, however; there is already substantial development in the area but no acreages of the size Chalmers plans on developing. “I guess that’s one caution,” said Cutforth, who feels flood“Wherever there ing the market with acreages was potential could lower view of the lake, their value. Council then that was mentioned anconsidered more other landowner attractive,” in the area who Charlie Cutforth has been having County CAO difficulty selling acreages. However, it is not up to council to limit the market. “It’s free enterprise,” said Coun. Mark Matejka. Along with acreages, Chalmers is also interested in developing a golf course in the area. Chalmers’ land is also outside of a region designated in an area concept plan that has been named a higher priority for development because of its view and proximity to Gull Lake. “As Gregory has pointed out in his application, this land falls just outside of the watershed area indentified,” said Cutforth. “Wherever there was potential view of the lake, then that was considered more attractive,” he added. Landowners within the plan’s catchment area were eligible to develop first. Matejka questioned whether it would fit council’s approval criteria if the land was not approaching a lake development area. Ponoka County’s municipal development plan states that, because the parcel is located on the east side of the lake, the area has the potential for multi-lot residences development. According to the county’s land use bylaw, land of low agricultural value clusters of rural, non-farm residential development may be developed away from incompatible land. “This parcel, while not in the east Gull Lake plan, is consistent with other subdivisions in the surrounding area,” said Cutforth. “I’m not suggesting that it’s a bad thing or an unreasonable use, that’s just a concern that we have to be aware of,” he added. Cutforth told council if they approved the application, they could set a precedent for other landowners in the area outside of the concept plan area.

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Quilt winner: A very happy Cheryl Almas poses with Antiqued II, the quilt raffled by the Catholic Women’s League (CWL) of Ponoka. The Ponoka CWL quilt raffle was drawn on Saturday, Oct. 5 with 3,000 raffle tickets sold out by September due to generous and giving friends in Ponoka! After receiving permission from Alberta Gaming for an earlier draw date (originally Dec. 7), Cheryl took home the 92 by 103 inch quilt. Proceeds from the quilt raffle will be used for the Ponoka CWL’s Thomas Collins’ Stewardship Award and other educational initiatives. Photo submitted

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Regional Viscosity While some were thinking of turkey and pumpkin pie ahead of the Canadian Thanksgiving long weekend, the grain market got a hold of the U.S.D.A.’s October W.A.S.D.E. report. The report pushed some volatility in trading and wheat and canola closed in the red for the week, despite their hot start and trend to the upside just days earlier. While pre-report expectations were some higher yield and production numbers for corn and soybeans, ending stocks for all the major crops came in under those forecasts. New average yield expectations from the USDA for corn came in at 174.2 bushels per acre (171.7 previously, 174.7 average trade guess) while it’s seen at 47.1 bpa for American soybean fields (46.6, 47.6). Offsetting the higher revised yields, harvested acres dropped to 83.1 million for corn and 83.4 million acres for soybeans. Overall, this translates to 14.475 billion bushels and 2014/15 ending stocks of 2.08 billion bushels for corn and soybean output of 3.93 billion bushels but record consumption has ending stocks dropping 25 million bushels from last month to 450 million bushels. As for wheat, increased feed, exports, and residual demand dropped 2014/15 ending stocks by BrennanTurner 44 million bushels to 654 Farmlead million. Globally, corn and soybean 2014/15 ending stocks barely moved higher but wheat stocks dropped by almost five million tonnes to 192.6 million as a result of lower production than previously expected here in Canada, as well as Australia, South America, and the Former Soviet Union areas. That being said, according to Russia’s Economic Development Ministry, Russia’s grain exports this marketing year could reach a record high of 32 million tonnes! The Ministry forecasts that production from their comrades could grow to as high as 108 million tonnes with average exports running 31-33 million tonnes a year, well above the previous record set in 2011/12 of 27 million tonnes. With production topping 100 milion tonnes this year, there’s clearly ample supply coming out of Eastern Europe but with current western economic sanctions in mind, Russia may be more inclined to keep more of their output for themselves. That being said, turmoil in Eastern Europe and devaluation of not only the Russian rouble, but also the Ukrainian hrvynia is making things financially difficult for both individual and corporate farms. One positive thing potentially farmers everywhere is that oil prices are at four-year lows as production has remained relatively high despite demand softening. With the

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STOCKERS AND FEEDERS Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus:

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Sports

Broncs improve their game despite another loss BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ponoka’s senior Broncs played their first playoff game against Stettler Wildcats on Wednesday, Oct 15 and had the lead for part of the first half of the game, proving a point to a team that shut them out only five days earlier on home ground. Broncs lost the game in the end with a score of 41-22, but it was a game that outgoing Grade 12 players in the team will be able to keep as a pleasant memory of their last year of high school football. The game clock showed just 1 min and 21 seconds when the roaring Broncs quarterback Kellyn Pritchard scored the first touchdown of the game with an 80-yard dash to the Wildcats end zone, ending the thirst of the Ponoka players and their bench for the big score, which lasted many games. DJ Horne’s successful conversion gave the visitors a 7-0 lead. Although Broncs defense held off the Wildcats in the next five minutes, the hosts were able to score their first touchdown in the 7th, bringing balance to the scoreboard after a successful convert. But the first quarter still ended with a Broncs lead when Dallon Perry intercepted the ball during a Wildcats pass play and found the Wildcats red zone

with a 60-yard rush in the final two seconds, but without a successful convert: 13-7. The second quarter started with both sides trying to maintain possession of the ball to extend their drives with quite a number of turnovers on both sides. The deadlock was broken by the Wildcats when the Stettler quarterback scored a touchdown in the 9th minute and with the convert complete, Wildcats took the lead: 14-13. Broncs quarterback Pritchard responded with a field goal two minutes later, only to give away the lead again within 40 seconds as a result of Wildcats touchdown. Convert was successful and the first half ended 21-16 for the hosts. Wildcats dominated the second half of the game with Broncs demonstrating a few flashes of brilliance in both offense and defense during the plays. The hosts scored three more touchdowns in the second half while Colton Mykat of Broncs added one more score to the Broncs’ tally just two seconds from the end of regulation, sealing the final score as 4122 as the convert attempt failed. Head coach Scott MacGregor said after the game that he was proud with the way Broncs played. “We were well prepared. I think we did very well in the first quarter avoiding penalties, but as the game went on we

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An attempt by the Wildcat blocker to stop a pass play by the Broncs fails as quarterback Kellyn Pritchard manages to hit his receiver during the playoff game in Stettler on Wednesday, Oct. 15. Photo by Mustafa Eric

lost a step, we had big penalties,” MacGregor said. “This is the same team which shut us out just last week. But this week, we put 22 points on the board and I am very happy with that.“ Senior Broncs will now play Wetaskiwin in a road game on Thursday, Oct.23 at 6 p.m. As for juinor Broncs, despite having lost 56-6 in

an away playoff game to Cochrane last Saturday, the Ponoka team still advanced to the next round as the Cochrane team was disqualified for having included over-age players in their roster. Junior Broncs are expected to play Olds next Saturday, Oct. 25.

Stampeders lose tight game in shoot-out BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ponoka Stampeders came to the very edge of the ever-elusive home ice win, but lost the opportunity in the shoot-out that decided the outcome of an intensely played game on Saturday, Oct. 18. Hosting Three Hills Thrashers, the Stampeders started the game testing their opponents, who took a little more than the first half of first period to impose their game plan on the hosts. As they began to move the puck more effectively, Thrashers scored their first goal in 15th minute of the first period, which ended with the 1-0 lead for the Three Hills side. As the second period started, the visitors continued to keep the puck in the Stampeders’ half of the rink, taking shot after shot at the Ponoka net. But in a quick break from the siege of the Three Hills side, Kyran Karol unexpectedly scored through a mid-range shot in the 9th minute. The equalizer fired up both teams with the visitors aiming to regain the lead while Stampeders tried to pull ahead. Although it was the Thrashers who scored first to break the deadlock, Ponoka boys took less than a minute to respond through Nate Higgins to end the second period with a 2-2 balance. The third period saw both teams play their heart out to score the winning point, but the deciding goal

never came. When the five-minute overtime also ended without any change on the scoreboard, it was left up to the individual skills of the players to determine the outcome. In the end, Three Hills converted three of their shots while Ponoka scored only once, leaving the visitors with the trophy of two points to take home. Earlier in the week, Stampeders also hosted Stettler Lightning on Wednesday, Oct. 15 and lost 4-2 in a game that saw tempers flare frequently, resulting in brawls and long columns of penalty on the game sheet, with at least one player from either or both teams in the penalty box throughout the game. Overall, players got penalized no less than 30 times either for roughing, slashing or interference in addition to fighting. During the game, the visitors opened scoring in 10th minute, Stampeders responded eight minutes later, followed by two Lightning scores in quick succession in the second period, one of them short-handed, and Ponoka boys responding with one to end the period 3-2 for the Stettler side. In the third period, there was no score and in the last 90 seconds, Stampeders coach pulled out the goalie in order to increase their chances of scoring the equalizer, but it was the Stettler side who scored into the empty net just 50 seconds from the end of regulation, ending the game at 4-2. Stampeders captain Cody Lemon said after the

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Stampeders’ Nate Higgins seeks an opportunity to score against the Three Hills Thrashers during their Saturday, Oct. 18 game at the Ponoka Cultural and Recreation Complex. Photo by Mustafa Eric

game that they knew their problem was the drought in their scoring. “We took 42 shots and scored only two goals,” he said. Asked what needs to improve in their game, “60 minutes,” responded Lemon.

“The whole team needs to play 60 minutes, we let off in the second period, and that’s why we lost tonight.” Stampeders next play Mountainview Colts away on Saturday, Oct. 25 and host Strathmore the next day.

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Barrel racers save earnings for Loaves and Fishes BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Barrel racers came together last weekend to compete in a fun jackpot but also to raise some money for Loaves and Fishes in Red Deer. Loaves and Fishes is a non-profit agency in Red Deer that provides program support to individuals suffering from mental health issues or other issues such as homelessness. The second annual Bolt 4 the Colt barrel racing jackpot was held Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre and brought barrel racers from around Alberta, explained organizer Lisa Gallais. Planners also had some fun with the event by hosting a men’s Calcutta barrel race where riders were auctioned off. There were three divisions in the men’s barrel race and this year saw more than 30 entries compared to last year at six. Gallais says they included a men’s category to add some fun to the barrel-racing jackpot. A portion of the Calcutta earnings went to Loaves and Fishes, explained Gallais, who says she wanted to support the organization that helped her mother before passing away. Gallais says some of the gents donated back their winnings to Loaves and Fishes. Also up for grabs at the jackpot was a horse. However, it wasn’t the fastest run that earned the filly. “Whoever has the most consistent run out of 25 girls who get to come back wins the horse,” Gallais explained. Kim Hummel won the horse with a difference of .005 in her two times during the short go. Justine Elliot won the youth division and raced the second fastest time of the day at 17.3 seconds. Steff Maher had the fastest time at 17.2 seconds, earning a halter for the fast time. Gallais says they expect to continue the Bolt 4 the Colt event next year.

Shannon Blakely takes a stab at the Bolt 4 the Colt barrel racing challenge Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014

Queens take home tournament with narrow win in the final BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

The sixth annual Turkeyburner volleyball tournament, hosted by the St. Augustine Catholic School Queens turned out to be a resounding success for the home team. The senior Queens hosted the tournament last weekend from Friday, Oct. 17 to Oct. 18. Their first game played against Daysland on Friday caused coach Darren Josephison some worry. During the round robin teams played two sets per match, the Queens won their first, but lost their second set against the Daysland Darls. “We made our serves, we made our hits. Daysland missed eight, nine serves in the first game and missed a bunch of hits. In the second game Daysland was almost perfect. They didn’t miss a serve and they didn’t miss any hits and we missed a number of hits and we missed a number of serves,” explained Josephison of the first match . He said the deficit in the second set became too great for the girls to regain their confidence. Josephison was concerned the loss would affect their overall standings in the pool. Despite the loss, the Queens rallied and played strong against their competitors. They played Rimbey in the semi-finals. Teams played best of three

sets in the playoffs but the Queens did not let Rimbey make it to a third set with two wins of 25-23 and 25-21. Their opponent in the finals was Delburne, a team that started the first set strong. The Queens lost the first set 23-25. Rather than lose confidence, the host team returned the favour defeating Delburne by the same point margin as the first set with a score of 25-23. Coming into the third set, the Queens, with a home court advantage, did not disappoint; they defeated Delburne 15-13 to a vocal crowd of Queens’ supporters. The Turkeyburner is held right after Thanksgiving and Josephison says there are usually 10 to 12 teams that compete and interest has always been strong. So far in the regular season the Queens are sitting in first place with a record of 7-1. Josephison says there are four teams, including the Queens that have a strong chance of making it to zones. “This Daysland team will be one of the three teams coming out of the east when we get to playoffs,” said Josephison. The Queens next regular season match is Monday, Oct. 27 starting at 5:30 p.m.

Carmen Lomas, of the St. Augustine Queens senior volleyball team commits to a solid return against the Daysland Darls Friday, Oct. 17 during the St. Augustine Catholic School Turkeyburner. The Queens won the tournament. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Doris M. Howell (nee Hickmore) Nov. 15, 1915 - Oct. 5, 2014 Doris was born on a homestead at Winnifred, Alberta. Her family moved to Ponoka, Alberta in 1925. She resided there until 1998, when she moved to Salt Spring Island, BC, and enjoyed her Brinkworthy home until 2012. She remained independent until failing health necessitated her move into Lady Minto Extended Care Unit. Doris worked for many years in Ponoka as a bookkeeper at the Central Alberta Dairy Pool, payroll officer for the County of Ponoka, and medical records supervisor at the Ponoka Medical Centre. She participated in many community and charity events, including fundraising for the Ponoka Seniors’ Centre. She was a member of the I.O.D.E., the Ponoka Sunshine Singers, and a founding member of the Ponoka Bell Ringers. Doris had a strong will, keen mind, and resourcefulness which got her through difficult times. An avid reader, she followed current events and politics with great interest; and had a particular fondness for Canadian history and understood the importance of knowing it. There was no excuse for not knowing what was going on in the world! Doris was skilled in many handcrafts including sewing, knitting, crocheting, weaving, and pottery. She learned china painting in her 70’s. Raising flowers, especially orchids, was another passion. She had a great love for animals. Bird-watching gave her hours of pleasure. She is survived by: daughters Lois (Ed) Peterson, Salt Spring Island, and Linda (Otto) Zerbe, Ponoka; five grandchildren Janine and Gavin Peterson; Stephen (Diana) Zerbe (Chad and Matthew);Lynette Hazelwood (Nathan and Nicholas; great-great grandson Jayden); Darren Zerbe (Brandon and Kaitlynn); sisters Helen McGillivray and Elsie Mather; many nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her husband David Howell (1963); parents Thomas and Elizabeth Hickmore; brothers William, Stanley, Ernest, Frederick; sisters Ivy Wills, Margaret Guertin. At Doris’ request, no funeral service will be held. Interment will be at Forest Home Cemetery, Ponoka.

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