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Vol. 66, No. 44 | WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29, 2014 | 403-783-3311 | EDITORIAL@PONOKANEWS.COM
Broncs start strong but can’t get ahead of Sabres Story on page 20
A salute to early Dakota families Story on page 5
A taste of culture Members of the Filipino community gave attendees of the 40th anniversary celebration of FCSS a taste of their culture Friday, Oct. 24 at the Stagecoach Saloon. Here Nicole Buhat shows her skills to the audience. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
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Town and county working together on airport study BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE AND AMELIA NAISMITH
An airport master plan for the Ponoka Industrial Airport is close to completion. Town and county councillors received an update on the Ponoka Airport Master Plan from MMM Group during their regular meetings Tuesday, Oct. 14. MMM Group is the consulting firm hired to conduct a master plan on the airport that will guide development steps in the area for the future. Michael MacLean first presented information on the project, which was initiated in August this year, to county councillors and then to town councillors and he says their focus was on the future of the airport. “One of the priorities for management and council was to review the long-term viability of the airport.” He said while Ponoka’s airport
does have the CANPASS service, which allows international flights from Ponoka, most of the activity is for general aviation. He added the land-use bylaws for the area are out of date and the airport’s finances are in the red. He wants to change this state of affairs at the airport. It is a significant asset that can contribute to development for both the town and county, said MacLean. “Until you have a governance plan, you don’t actually know what governance plan…will be best.” He suggests the airport must be sustainable and land around the airplane hangars has potential for development. “To develop an airport business plan: select a governance model that would implement that business plan and then two complimentary steps, prepare an area structure plan for the airport and prepare a land-use bylaw district,” said MMM Group land use planner Colton Kirsop. 4207 67 Street www.familymeats.com
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Stretching out south along Highway 2A, the encompassed area indicates the land affected by the new area structure plan being developed for the Ponoka Industrial Airport. Photo courtesy of MMM Group
As the airport is managed by the Town of Ponoka but is on Ponoka County land, MacLean says MMM Group’s focus has been on three major tasks: • Airport business plan • Airport governance model • Airport area structure plan and land-use bylaw
For the first task, planners held a stakeholder workshop and looked at options available to the two municipalities. The Airport Commission and Ponoka Flying Club were both consulted. The governance model required a review of comparable airports, a stakeholder workshop and the development of recommended model to councillors. For the last option, two public open houses are planned and both the area structure plans and the land-use bylaws will be updated. MMM Group expects to have a final document prepared for both councils in June next year. Town Coun. Loanna Gulka asked if both councils will be meeting together on this document. “At any point, is there a time planned where we will get together?” Gulka asked. MacLean replied that the Airport Commission has representatives from both municipalities and he feels those individuals will pass on important information to their respective councils. The area structure plan being developed by the MMM Group encompasses only a portion of the airport’s land and the land use district would only apply to the airport runway and not the treed part at the west side. “There may be a need to look at applying to a broader area. At this point, we understand that’s probably the most logical expansion area.” Once the land use bylaws for the area are finalized, Ponoka County will also have to amend its land-use bylaw. “It sounds like a great plan,” said county Reeve Paul McLauchlin. No decisions were made at either meeting.
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FCSS celebrates 40 years of programming BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
Most people who attended the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) 40th anniversary will remember a celebration of culture. The night was hosted Friday, Oct. 24 at the Stagecoach Saloon and featured entertainers from many different cultures that make up the area. It was a breath of fresh air to see performances — many of who volunteered their time — from members of the Filipino community, a hoop dancer from Maskwacis, belly dancers from Ponoka, a Scottish piper and musical performances from Jamie Woodfin. Executive director Shannon BoyceCampbell said organizers wanted to celebrate the diversity of the area and she suggested it was also a way to celebrate and acknowledge United Nations Day. “Our population base is changing and we need to celebrate that.” Ponoka’s program almost didn’t make it off the ground many years ago but dedication from a core group of volunteers helped ensure FCSS had a strong foundation. With the dedication of Margie Jones, some of the first volunteers say it would not have been possible without her leadership. Helen Hagemann helped Jones get things going. “We had a meeting and we said we can’t do it…Margie said let’s give it one more month.” Funding started to come in and the group earned some funds through newspaper recycling and they never looked back after that. Hagemann is pleased with changes since then. “It was a totally new concept,” she said. Barb Noel was on the board for a short time and she was pleased to see such a large turnout. “It’s great to see the community come together like this.” The celebration started with a performance from hoop dancer Jerry Saddleback Jr. with Kokimaw Nipawo Initiatives, who wowed attendees not only with his performance but also his recounting of how he learned the dance from his father. FCSS always changing Boyce-Campbell suggests the organization has been able to adapt to changing financial landscapes despite not seeing an increase in funding for some years. “What I think Ponoka
Loaded .22 calibre pistol confiscated at check stop BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
An enhanced check stop in Ponoka last weekend resulted in the arrest of one person with a loaded pistol in his vehicle. Police stopped the driver of a red 2009 Dodge Avenger on Friday, Oct. 24 in the evening on Highway 2A and 50 Street during the Check Stop. The driver, a 28-year-old man from Nova Scotia, was arrested for warrants in Banff and a search of the vehicle found a loaded .22 calibre pistol, brass knuckles and a small amount of marijuana. He received several weapons charges including unauthorized possession of a firearm.
The man was charged with failing to provide a breath sample, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, impaired driving and driving while unauthorized.
Short pursuit results in minor collision FCSS has done is push forward and In the early morning hours of Oct. 25, police quessaid ‘That’s great, but we’re going to tioned the driver of a black 2014 Dodge Ram who pulled do more,’” she explained. up quickly to an enhanced check stop, located on HighWhile some offices in the province way 2A and Secondary Highway 611. struggle, Ponoka’s agency has been When police asked the 31-year-old driver of no fixed able to take specific funding and bring address why he did that, the man claimed he did not see grass-roots programs to the commuthe vehicles. Police asked the man to step out of the truck nity. as they believed he was impaired and the driver sped off, “What I want to celebrate is the squealing his tires. Whitecourt driver resists arrest after unsung heroes of Ponoka,” said BoyceBefore a pursuit could be started, the driver hit the failing to stop Campbell, referring to the first board of ditch. He was arrested but refused to provide breath samCalls from concerned motorists helped nab a driver ples to officers. He was charged with obstructing a peace Ponoka FCSS. who was driving at a speed of 158 km/h on Highway 2 in officer, flight from police and refusing to provide a breath Representing Ponoka County was a Chevy Silverado. sample. Mark Matejka. He has been the county Witnesses state they saw the driver, a 35-year-old The man was remanded in custody. representative on the FCSS board of man from Whitecourt, driving in an erratic manner and Youth under investigation directors for the last year and says the narrowly missing other vehicles on Saturday, Oct. 25 at A youth on the Samson Cree Nation is under invesbiggest surprise for him was how much 9:40 p.m. FCSS is involved in the community. “I Members of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit were tigation after police found a .22 calibre revolver on the didn’t know how much they were de- able to catch up with the driver on Aspelund Road south Samson Town Site Wednesday, Oct. 22. Multiple rounds pended on by certain residents.” of Ponoka. While following, police say the driver sud- of ammunition were also found in the area. On the same day, police attended a home on the Some of the programs offered such denly stopped on the road, forcing police to swerve to Montana First Nation. A sawed off single shotgun and avoid hitting the Silverado. as home care assistance, lifeline, meals After activating the emergency lights, the culprit ammunition were found. Charges have yet to be laid as on wheels, cultural trips for youths, the community garden and a variety drove forward, hitting the police cruiser at a slow speed. the matter is under investigation. Ponoka RCMP and the Integrated Traffic Unit took of others are something he feels have a Two officers arrested the man, who is said to have refused to get out of the vehicle. Officers say the man had no seat- 82 calls for service last week. positive impact on Ponoka. If you have information on any crime call Ponoka Varieties from around the world belt on and had bloodshot eyes with drool coming out of RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800his mouth. enhanced the celebration of cultures at He had a suspended driver’s licence. 222-8477. the event. FCSS AGM FCSS also hosted its AGM before the celebration with the announcement that the board did see a deficit in 2014. The board’s older bylaws from 40 years ago were repealed and a new BY AMELIA NAISMITH rant. set of bylaws was adopted. BoyceMiller was arrested and released on a promise to Campbell said the main reason for the A man involved in an altercation at a Ponoka res- appear for the March 27, 2009 court date; he failed new bylaws was to stay up to date with existing laws. She says their biggest taurant in 2009 finally saw sentencing in provincial to attend. Following the incident, Miller moved to Monchallenge is retaining volunteers who court on Friday, Oct. 24. Judge J. Holmes sentenced Nathaniel Miller, 39, treal, where he remained until acquiring a job in have the time to help. Their involvement in Ponoka is to a $300 fine following his involvement in a distur- Grande Prairie recently. The court commended Miller on his action to relatively large with financial support bance that took place five years ago. On Feb. 6, 2009 Ponoka RCMP responded to start proceeding on the matter to finally reach a resoto the Youth Centre and other agencies. If grant funds were reduced, support to a complaint of a fight in a restaurant; by the time lution. police arrived, those inthose community projects would stop. “A social program is only recog- volved had left. PHONE: 403-783-4911 Celebrating Later that same day, nized when it’s needed,” she suggested. FAX: 403-783-5222 over 50 years of travel excellence! For the individual who is helped another call came in that est. 1961 dirtvl@telusplanet.net however, the benefits are great. She one of the individuals www.direct-travel.ca involved in the fight had & CRUISE CENTRE feels they should evaluate programs on returned to the restaua regular basis to UROPE REAT UYS ensure the needs of the community are YO U M AY Q UA L I F Y F O R met.
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Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship CHURCH DIRECTORY Associated Gospel Churches of Canada
CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE Pastor Jerry Preheim • Pastor Matt Sealy 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. • churchoftheopenbible@telus.net
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PONOKA
Sr. Pastor Paul Spate Erin Dirsten - Fac. Youth & Family Min. 5109 - 57 Ave. Ponoka www.fbcponoka.org 403-783-5533 Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
NEW COVENANT BAPTIST REFORMED CHURCH Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St. Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome! phone: 403-783-6962 • www.baptistreformedponoka.org
PARKLAND REFORMED CHURCH South on 2A, West on Spruce Road 403-783-1888 Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon 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
PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur
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A Story to Tell A good story grips our attention and draws us in. Think about it for a moment, what are some of the stories that you’ve been told that have shaped you; encouraged you; challenged you; motivated you? Do they tell of heartbreak or sadness? Are they stories of victory and celebration? They are likely diverse and infused with emotion. The use of story seems like a fading resource. Where once, it was a source of gleaning wisdom and life experience from older generations, I fear it is a lost art form. In reality, we likely aren’t opposed to hearing or sharing our stories, but I fear that we spend less and less time telling the stories that shape and make our lives. Psalm 71:14-15 says, “As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more. My mouth will tell of your righteous deeds, of your saving acts all day long—though I know not how to relate them all.”
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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH PASTOR DAVE BEAUDOIN 6230-57 Ave. Ph. 403-783-6404 Saturdays 9:30 - 12 Noon dsjjb@xplornet.com ponokaadventist.ca
SONRISE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Pastor W. Delleman Worship Service 10:30 a.m. ½ mile south of Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury
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ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Chris Gnanaprakasam, S.A.C. Mass Times: 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 9:00 a.m. Sunday
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TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141 Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Pastor Tim Graff • trinityponoka.ca
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knots of life? Taking time For me, God is so completely connected to my to think through my story is story. As I tell my story, I something I certainly don’t tell God’s story in my life. do enough of, mostly beI explain how my relationcause I am too busy trying ship with God was the to write the next chapter. catalyst to how I met my If I want to share my stowife, how we shared our ry, which I do, I need to take first kiss after she agreed time to let life sink in. Take to marry me, how I ended a cool fall evening walk or up in this crazy great job maybe sit on the couch with at Youth Unlimited working with youth in Ponoka, a cup of coffee, no distracand how God is the foundations … whatever method Jerel Peters tion for every big decision you choose, take some time I make. and consider your story. It’s a story I love to tell, Untie the knots, both the but strangely, it is a story that I need to joys and the complexities of your life. know better. I’ve been challenged by the Who are the primary characters in word “denouement” … which is used to your story? What is the theme? Where is express the conclusion or resolution of a God in your story? You have a story to plot. In its root word, it means, “to unknot”. tell, think it through, maybe even write it How often do you take time to untie the out, and share it with someone this week.
Marlene Pannenbecker is a role-model for moms everywhere. On Oct. 20, Pannenbecker was announced as the 2014 Mom of the Year Community Champion category winner in Walmart’s Mom of the Year contest. Pannenbecker said that she was surprised and very excited when she was informed about her winning. “When they initially called me, because I never expected it, I did a little scream and a dance,” said Pannenbecker. In July, when she was announced as a finalist, Pannenbecker said it was unlikely that she would win the contest as she thought she was too far behind the leader in votes to win. However, that was when Pannenbecker was unaware that there would be more than one first place winner announced. It actually wasn’t long after she was announced as a finalist that Pannenbecker was made aware she would be one of those winners. She was sworn to secrecy, with the exception of being able to tell her family and closest friends, until the announcement was made official this week. Initially, when she was first made aware of her nomination, Pannenbecker said she was actually a little embarrassed about it. She said she has kind of become used to the idea, but the whole experience is still a bit strange to her. “I think I’ve come to terms with it, my friends all tell me that I should embrace it, enjoy it and be happy about it, which I am,” said Pannenbecker. “It’s just not my nature to be in the spotlight, but I’m getting used to it. I’m not embarrassed by it, I’m more humbled.” As a result of the contest, Pannenbecker will receive $10,000 for herself
and $10,000 to go to the charity of her choice. Pannenbecker has chosen Dominican Feed the Kids to be the charity that will receive the donation. Dominican Feed the Kids is a charity that is close to Pannenbecker’s heart for a number of reasons. It is through her families’ work with Dominican Feed The Kids that she met her four adopted children from the Dominican Republic. The charity is run by Pannenbecker’s sister and brother-in-law. Not only is the donation to Dominican Feed the Kids important to Pannenbecker, it’s important to her family and especially her children. The four youngest of Pannenbeckers’ seven children were all adopted from the Dominican Republic. Pannenbecker said it has always been maintained in her family that her children’s roots are not forgotten. She has also instilled in her family the importance of giving back. “I think the one thing that I’m proudest of is the fact that all seven of our kids have hearts of gold, they would give to anyone,” said Pannenbecker. “That is their motto in life, “help others,” because we have been helped a lot and I’m proud of that part.” As such, Pannenbecker’s children were equally excited about the award and did not question at all where it was going, she said. Pannenbecker added that Dominican Feed the Kids has taken on an even more special meaning since the death of her son Damian, who was killed in a crash near Olds earlier this year at the young age of 19. Marlene said that her sister and Damian were very close and the charity always meant a lot to Damian. “It would mean a lot (to Damian) to know that the money we have won has gone back (to Dominican Feed the
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– Marlene Pannenbecker and her adopted daughter Suza share a moment together. Marlene was recently announced as 2014 Mom of the Year Community Champion category winner in Walmart’s Mom of the Year contest. Contributed photo
Kids),” said Marlene. Dominican Feed the Kids is of course not the only benefactor from Marlene’s award. In July, she said she was at a bit of a loss with what to do with her own $10,000 award should she win. Now that she has been announced a winner, Marlene’s friends have stepped up and helped her decide. As January will be a very difficult month for the Pannenbeckers with the anniversary of Damian’s death, Marlene’s friends have organized a “girls trip” to Mexico with Marlene and 15 of her friends during that month. Marlene said the vacation will be an interesting change as when she takes vacations herself with her family, they usually take working vacations and work with Dominican Feed the Kids.
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Reflections of Ponoka
A salute to early Dakota families BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS
It all started around 1900 when half a dozen families who were living in South Dakota grew tired of drought and failed crops and decided to venture into the lush and promise land of Alberta to establish their new homes. The Wings and the Olmsteads would live in a small shack in the Village of Ponoka while they broke the land and built their homesteads in the Ferrybank area, which they patiently created into a friendly new farming district, which they appropriately called ‘Dakota ‘ in memory of the rugged land from which they came. As new settlers moved into the district, it was necessary to build the first bridge near Ferrybank over the Battle River to make access to the area easier for the new influx of families. Two large trees were cut and fallen across the river, and were then covered with poles wide enough for wagons to cross. Stone piers had to be added in the spring to protect against floods, and this fine structure would serve Dakota for many years until the government erected a permanent steel structure. A lot of fine homes, barns and other early log buildings were constructed in the district under the direction of a colony of Nova Scotians out of Lacombe, who were master axmen.
The magnificent Dakota History Book now has a permanent home at the Fort Ostell Museum for the enjoyment of everyone, and the Reflections feature in the Ponoka News is pleased continue to honour some of those colorful early pioneer families. The Bresee family Edgar Bresee had come to the Ponoka area from South Dakota with his uncle Dave Wing in the spring of 1901, facing many hardships to get through the Battle River floods, but then homesteading the land where his son Douglas would later establish his farm. Edgar married Miss Clara Hoar in 1907, and together they would raise two children Douglas and Velma, who later became Mrs. Earnest McDowell. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bresee had come west in 1902 and built a home on their son Edgar’s homestead. Tragedy struck the family in 1906 while on their way to eastern Canada when Fred was knocked from the station platform in Calgary and killed by a train. His widow, the former Clarrissa Wing continued to live on the farm for a time, did a great deal of practical nursing in the community, and then spent her last years back in South Dakota. Clara and Edgar were very active in community organizations and projects such as the Dakota United
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Photos from Dakota History Book
Above: Clara and Edgar Bresee shown at their Dakota district farm in 1940. Across: Shown here in 1958 on the original family homestead are, right to left, Doug and Elsie Bresee with sons Keith, Garry, and Daryl.
Photo courtesy of Doug Wood
This great picture was taken in the early 1900s by W.J. Willness along 50 Street in Ponoka. In those colorful days of our past, transportation into town was by many forms, some slow and others just a little faster. In this case, the farmer hitched up his cows to the wagon for the long bumpy trip, then tied them up to the railing while the family went about their business. Please note the wooden sidewalks, the dirt road, and the first Ponoka Herald office.
Church, United Farmers of Alberta and the Ladies’ Aid. Edgar was an elder of the Dakota Church for many years, while Clara faithfully played the organ for 41 years until they retired to Ponoka in 1945. Douglas Bresee was born in 1912 in the house where he would eventually raise his family. After talking three years at the Olds School of Agriculture, he returned to the district in 1939 and married Elsie Toreson, who had come from Bawlff, Alberta to teach at the Dakota for six years. The couple were blessed with three sons, Keith, Garry, and Darryl, and the family became extremely active throughout the district in curling, 4-H work, the F.U.A. and the Dakota United Church. Following the family tradition, Doug also took on the role as a church elder, as well as serving as the secretary-treasurer of the Dakota Cemetery Association. Elsie loved to sing soprano in choirs and other groups on many occasions. The Bresee family farming tradition was proudly carried on with the raising of fine purebred Angus cattle, and then in 1959, they began breeding Charolais, thereby gradually increasing new blood into their herd,
for which they became very successful and well known throughout the industry. Upon completion of their formal education, Keith Bresee bought the Henry Kristensen farm in the Lundgren district, and continued to farm with his father. Garry became a supervisor for the Farm Credit Corporation of Prince Edward Island and Novia Scotia, with his head office in Charlottown. Daryll finished his schooling in Ponoka, went on to be a licensed automotive mechanic for Healy Motors in Edmonton and then returned home to farm with his father and Keith in the Dakota district. Keith and Daryl continued to live in the Dakota district, raising their families and remaining very active in the community, and have always encouraged the proud Bresee tradition of raising quality into the next generation.
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Opinion
How to deal with religious extremism There has been desperately poor tremendous outpour families. Then they of grief, a small demare not exactly the onstration of hatred kind of people who (in Cold Lake, AB) have nothing to look and a proper response forward to. So, why to that expression are they attracted to of hate after Canathe fight of people dian forces lost two who preach nothing of their members by martyrdom for a over the past week in religious cause? Mustafa Eric vicious attacks by apThese questions Editor parently religiously may take many years motivated assailants. of psycho-sociologiEmotions will cal, sociological and probably continue to run high un- behavioural studies to answer. til the sorrow over the loss of the But for the moment, there are two soldiers slowly withers away a few known factors that can help and life returns to normal for those us start to understand the mystery who loved them, when sober think- behind the appeal of the Islamic ing should replace the sentimental extremism. reactions and try to find answers to Most important of them is many questions that surround the the major difference between the senseless killings in Montreal and Christianity and Islam: The former Ottawa. went through a process of reforThe first of these questions is mation and the latter didn’t. Islam probably how religious extremism continues to be a religion with a can have such a strong appeal in claim to rule all aspects of the life Canada even when it is so distant an individual, leaving no room geographically? What is in the ide- for separation between the secuology or philosophy of Islam that lar and divine, while Christianity, can attract so blind and zealous after Reformation and the consecommitment from individuals who quent period of Enlightenment, can kill without any hesitation? has allowed the secular life to be Is it the religion, is it the indi- governed by scientific thought. vidual or is it those who interpret As a result of this variance in the Islam for heinous purposes to historical development of the two blame? religious traditions, blind faith still What is the profile of a religious dominates Islamic education pracextremist? Are they educated? tices where scientific thought is Some of them clearly are. Do they present only as far as the religious come from well to do families or guidelines set by clergy allow it. struggling households? At least in That is why girls are not allowed the case of Canadian suspects, as to go to schools in areas where rereported by the broadcast media, ligious organizations like Taliban not all of them are coming from rule the communities.
Malala Yousafzai, one of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize recipients will be accorded Honourary Citizenship of Canada as decided by a vote in the House of Commons, a fine gesture to recognize a young girl who defied the Taliban and promoted the right of girls in Pakistan to be educated and took a bullet because of her bravery. But it is only a gesture. If Canada and other members of the “free world” really want to do something meaningful to stop Islamic extremism and further loss of life, they should make a concerted effort to ensure that a generation of girls like Malala get educated properly and they can raise their
children without the dogmatic restrictions of religious thinking. Sending a few fighter jets or even ground troops to fight religious extremists might seem to produce results in the short term, and even that is seriously doubtful. The problem at hand has been brewing over the last four decades or so, it is not realistic to expect it to go away with a few bombing sorties in the space of a few months. It will be much wiser to look at the root causes and deal with them strategically.
Caution needed in putting blame for slain Canadian soldiers Dear Editor, After the murders of two Canadian soldiers at the hands of two men affiliated with or at least in sympathy with the ISIS cause, I have heard some disturbing comments at a coffee shop and on Facebook. These comments have made blanket references to Muslims in general
as connected to the violence in Syria and Iraq. These references seem as misplaced and as ludicrous as if I or anyone else would attribute the violence in hockey to all hockey players, perhaps even pinpointing to Wayne Gretsky as one of the greatest culprits. Most Canadians would be appalled at that characterization of hockey and Wayne
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Gretsky to the point where most would call me out as totally ignorant of hockey in general and of Wayne Gretsky’s hockey career in particular. The same ignorance is at play in the coffee shop and Facebook comments. To know hockey, its history, the composition of the league and the star players is to keep ongoing notice of the season’s
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progress, to listen to informed comment, perhaps to read newspapers and magazines. perhaps even to attend a hockey game once is a while. Ignorance is not bliss. It is potentially deeply harmful and distorts the lives of our neighbours who live non-violent and dignified lives most of us aspire to as well. George Jason.
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PONOKA NEWS 7
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014
What is the parent’s role in minor sports? I was really shocked last week few days. while watching the noon sports when They eventually had to call in the they featured a story about two minor local police to stop the football teams (ages heated brawl, which 9-10) in Seattle who will hopefully result in were recently banned charges to the culprits, from their league playbut so unfortunately in offs because of the wild the end it will be the antics of their parents during a game. While young players who will the young players of be devastated because both teams stood and the league officials watched from the field, ruled that they will not their moms and dads be allowed to compete and other fans were in the always exciting actually scuffling, playoffs. On the same shoving, screaming, sports clip, they also and even throwing Mike Rainone punches at each other showed an irate mothHammertime up in the stands. One er chasing a referee could only imagine around the ice during how embarrassed and a minor hockey game. So this brings upset these youngsters must have been to see THEIR parents acting up the question of what is the role of like idiots over what is supposed to parents, grandparents and fans when be just a game, and how quiet it will it comes to minor sports? be around a few supper tables for a continued on page 10
PSC Broncs News Student Recognition By Mr. Ron Rarick
We have just Ӿnished celebrating our awards day at Ponoka Secondary Campus. On our awards day we began with a Junior High Honours Breakfast in the morning before school with all of our junior high honour students and their families. It is a great event that brings us together for a great meal, great conversation, and recognizing great kids. This year we honoured over 60 kids and their parents. After school we hosted our senior high Awards BBQ. This is a broader event that recognizes students from grade 10 to 12 who have excelled in their courses and time at PSC. We have many wonderful sponsors who provide a vast array of awards ranging from $50 to our largest scholarship of $6000 for post-secondary study. In total our high school students vie for over $25,000 in scholarships at PSC each fall. This too was a great event with close to 200 people in attendance enjoying supper and the celebratory atmosphere of the day at Ponoka Secondary Campus. These 2 awards ceremonies are part of a larger recognition program at PSC. We have a Miss School MIss Out program that rewards students for good attendance with a variety of incentives. As well we have Broncs Brunch where we recognize students for simply being good responsible citizens by taking a bus load for dinner. Yet another is our Good News postcard campaign where teachers write a personal note thanking and celebrating our kids. It is crucial for schools to recognize excellence and eӽort and at PSC we continue to look for ways to give back to kids that oӽer so much to us on a daily basis. Next event is our Remembrance Day Ceremony at the school, which if you have never attended you should as our students do a stellar job of recognizing those who have served for Canada at home and abroad.
This Week At PSC
October 29 - November 4 Oct. 29 - School Council IXL Meeting @ 7pm Nov. 3 - Eng 30-2 Part A Diploma @ 9am Nov. 4 - Eng 30-2 Part B Diploma @9 am Please visit our website for all upcoming events and exciting news! www.psc@wolfcreek.ab.ca
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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*
35th Annual Fireman’s Christmas Ball Tickets are now on sale for the 35th Annual Fireman’s Ball being held on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at the Kinsmen Community Centre. Entertainment provided by Jamie Woodfin. To purchase tickets or for more information, please call 403.704.9022 or inquire with any firefighter.
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
Advertising Opportunities! Wall board and banner advertising space is available at the Arena. Contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Services for more information.
Library News THE LIBRARY’S GOT GAME! On Saturday, November 1st, from 1:00-6:00pm, Ponoka Jubilee Library is inviting 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!
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**
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MP Calkins recounts events of Ottawa shooting
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A typical day for Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins changed drastically last week in Ottawa after an armed man shot and killed a Canadian soldier and then stormed the parliament building. Calkins gave a synopsis of his morning on the day of the shooting during a conference call Friday, Oct. 24. While Calkins was making his way from one office to the parliament building, shooter Michael ZehafBibeau was on his way to the fateful shooting of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo, which led to a day of panic and concern in the capital city. Calkins was not far ahead of the shooter. “I didn’t know at the time but I was only a couple of minutes ahead of that individual (Zehaf-Bibeau),” said Calkins. While Calkins arrived at the parliament building, Cirillo had just been shot. Wetaskiwin MP had been in the Hall of Honour for about two minutes when people in the room heard a loud bang, which is not out of the ordinary, he explained. “But it just did not sound right to me.” It was at this time that police were actively engaging the shooter and shortly after that 58-year-old Sergeantat-Arms Kevin Vickers shot the culprit before he could make his way further into the parliament building. “I was shocked for the first few seconds,” said Calkins. “I was standing right there in the doorway.” The Prime Minister was subsequently secured in the Caucus Room and people barricaded the doors in an effort to stay protected or defend themselves. “I remember a very sobering moment when the sergeant-at-arms came in. You could see he was quite visibly shaken but still firm in his resolve,” said Calkins. Getting information out to family and friends was difficult as many people were using their cellphones but Calkins did get a few emails and texts out to family and staffers. The rest of the day involved waiting in secure areas while investigators ensured people were safe. Calkins said once he arrived at his apartment and spoke with family members, he slept like a baby. Dealing with the aftermath “I’m not going to let the events of that day affect me any differently than any other event in my life, that’s been a tough day,” said Calkins. He said this shooting was directed at the Canadian Armed Forces and suggests Canadians should be mindful of the challenges they face. “It’s too early to say if there’s going to be any longterm effects,” he said in relation to the future. There was some backlash in Alberta Oct. 24, with vandals in Cold Lake spray painting a local mosque with slogans like “Go home” and “Canada.” Not long after however, good Samaritans helped clean up the mess to counter the vandalism. Calkins says he feels most people have goodness in their hearts but there are some individuals who will pervert their beliefs. Vandalizing a mosque is not the answer to solving the actions of a few. “Remember that the men and women of the Canadian Forces represent the freedoms that we have. One of those freedoms are to worship as we please and we need to be ever mindful of that,” said Calkins. Calkins fielded other questions from reporters during the call and said he was grateful to be home with family.
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What is the parent’s role in minor sports? continued from page 7 All minor teams and participants from tots to teens, no matter what game they are playing, are always thrilled to have fans cheering for their efforts and should it really matter what the end result of the game or competition might be? Having been on both sides of the fence for many years as a player, a parent and a coach, I have a great deal of admiration and respect for the thousands of parents, families, and fans who avidly and faithfully come out to support and cheer for their kids and teams. Whether it be at the rink, the ball diamond, the sports field, the school gymnasium, the pool or wherever the game might be played, the participants are hopefully there to compete, but to also have fun, with the presence of the parents and fans a great inspiration for their best efforts. The most important role for those of us who are on the sidelines or in the stands should be to cheer and celebrate their successes, but we must also stress to our young charges that it is okay if they lose once in a while, as long as they have done their best, and have been taught to be good team mates and good sports, no matter what. I am so pleased to see that in all minor sports games and
events that the grand old tradition of shaking hands with the opposition when the final whistle blows is still going strong. For five days a week and most weekends of the season, parents and grandparents are also dedicated drivers at all hours of the day or night to games at home or on the road, and have become experts at patching up torn uniforms, tying skates, taping sticks and performing an ‘instant heal’ for cuts and bruises and aches and pains. There are also those countless parents and individuals in and around the community who willingly give of their time to volunteer as coaches, to keep score, to help raise funds to keep the programs going, and also quite often become keen sponsors. Without all these great people and sponsors behind our community teams and minor sports all year round, most of these activities would not be possible. Of course in many cases all fans do get a little excited during the game and occasionally ‘blow their cool’, but if the fuse burns a little too bright, this is the time to jump up and down and cheer a little louder, to head to the front lobby for a hot cup of coffee, or to go outside for a smoke. Then as we cool down
we need to remember that our children and their teammates idolize everything that we do as parents, or grandparents on a 24-7 basis, with a lot of love and just a little bit of discipline thrown in along the way to growing up. Then there are those referees, umpires and officials who spend the entire game on the field or on the ice to keep our games or event running smoothly, safely and within the rules. In the heat of every game, mistakes are made by both players and officials, but that is no reason for anyone to go ballistic and blame the results on everybody else. No matter what the scoreboard might say at the end of your sport, there will always be another day and another game to enjoy the opportunity of just being there as a part of the action and the thrills that are complimented by a complete team effort from the players, the parents, the fans and the community. Whatever the case, and whatever role you may play, you should all be congratulated for your ongoing ef-
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Ponoka’s crème de la crème BY AMELIA NAISMITH
The votes have been counted, the festivities are over and another batch of Ponoka’s best and brightest businesses have been celebrated at the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce Spooktacular 2014 Business Awards gala, held Friday Oct. 24. “This is our way of celebrating the businesses that have succeeded in Ponoka,” said chamber president Jim Hamilton. With the chamber members voting for most of the categories and more then 600
public votes for Customer Service Person of the Year, the event had a higher turnout than most governmental voting acts. “Some of these races were really close. In fact two races had a one-vote difference, so that was really exciting for us,” said Hamilton. Executive manager Les Jaster is also pleased with voting turnouts. “Public response was slightly better than last year, and last year was a big uptake from the year before.” The Chamber of Commerce Business
Awards night not only celebrates the crème of the crop in Ponoka, but also inspires the business to push themselves even harder for the community. “I think it will help the businesses decide if they want to go to the next level or not,” said Jaster. “Everybody here is a winner, it’s a great, great evening,” he added. The sell-out event pleased Hamilton, not only through the level of excellence of the winners but the support throughout Ponoka’s business community as a whole. “I think everybody had a fantastic time.”
Trevor Feragen was awarded the Customer Service Person of the Year award and while he has been nominated once before that, Friday was his night to shine. Feragen has lived in Ponoka most of his life and been employed at the Ford dealership in Ponoka for the last 10 years. “It’s a great feeling to be appreciated by our town,” said Feragen. His adage is to keep his service with customers honest and made sure thanks was given to the voters.
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Large Business of the Year - ATB Financial manager Roy Scabar (center right) and staff members receive the award from past winner Wayne Marsden of Tim Hortons (center left) and Chamber president Jim Hamilton (far right).
Small Business of the Year - Steel Magnolias: Theresa Jones (center) receives the award from past winner Grant Jorgenson of Jorgenson Homes.
Medium Business of the Year - Battle River Insurance-The Co-operators: Greg Braat accepts the award from past winner Nathan Fleming of Town and Country Supplies.
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honoured at business awards
Agricultural Business of the Year - Cervus Equipment: Rick Cline (center) accepts the award from Suzy Burge of Sunny 94 and Chamber president Jim Hamilton.
Awards: • Large Business of the Year – ATB Financial • Medium Business of the Year – Battle River Insurance-The Co-operators • Small Business of the Year – Steel Magnolias • Agricultural Business of the Year – Cervus Equipment • Industrial Business of the Year – Phase 3 Electric • Non-Profit Business of the Year – Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society • Business Person of the Year – Andrew Middleton, The Brick • Customer Service Person of the Year – Trevor Feragen, Legacy Ford Ponoka
Business Person of the Year - Andrew Middleton (center) of The Brick: receives his award from past winner Dennis Jones (right) of Servus Credit Union.
Customer Service Person of the Year - Trevor Feragen (center) of Legacy Ford Ponoka: Lorette (Ski) Thompson, past winner, presents the award.
Industrial Business of the Year - Phase 3 Electric: Bruce Ordze receives his award from Chamber president Jim Hamilton.
Non-profit Business of the Year – Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society: Richard McKelvie and members accept the award from Chamber president Jim Hamilton
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Festival of Trees brings funds to hospital foundation
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wish list of many items and she feels the Festival of Trees is going to get them closer to their goals. Co-chairperson of the Festival of Trees committee, Sherry Gummow, said they
intend to earmark the money raised for pediatric care. The festival is set for Nov. 13 to 15 and tickets can be purchased at Ponoka News, Jones Agencies and Busted Ladies Lingerie.
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Planners for Ponoka’s first Festival of Trees have planted all the seeds needed to make for an exciting first event. The event will bring valuable funds to the Ponoka and District Health Foundation, explained Joanne McMillan, chairperson of the foundation. She gave a brief introduction of the organization Tuesday, Oct. 21 at the Kinsmen Community Centre during a Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce luncheon. She says the foundation was officially registered in 2011 as a result of efforts by two Ponoka women — Juanita Knight and Dorothy Ungstad — who questioned why funds, donated to the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre, were put in a trust in Red Deer. They spoke with the Ministry of Health at that time and suggested those funds, which were initially designated for Ponoka, should stay in Ponoka. “It took about three years of dealing with Canada Revenue and Alberta Health Services to be a recognized charity,” McMillan explained. The foundation’s purpose is to provide assistance for services or equipment at the hospital and the health centre and McMillan said she is grateful to the Festival of Trees organizers for not only bringing funds to the foundation, but also for raising awareness of what they do. “We are extremely grateful to the committee to ask us to be recipients,” said McMillan. “This is a very community conscious group,” she added. Foundation helps secure new equipment McMillan says the foundation has worked with many different community groups and shared the cost of purchasing new, expensive equipment. The Ladies Auxiliary for the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre is one group that is probably the most active, raising funds for the foundation. The large group of volunteers sells gift items at the hospital and McMillan couldn’t be more proud of their efforts. “It’s astounding the money they have generated,” she said. With their help the foundation was able to purchase a new colonoscopy and gastroscopy unit. The Ponoka Kinettes also raised funds for the foun-
dation and helped purchase a Panda Warmer for newborns, which offers doctors an opportunity to check the vitals, weight and other information on the baby just after being born. McMillan says the group is looking at a
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Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014
PSC celebrates students’ hard Catholic school students celebrate work during awards night many accomplishments “I just like to celebrate the successes of our students and that’s what Proud parents had a chance to see we wanted our awards night to be,” said their children shine during a Ponoka Fessler. Secondary Campus (PSC) fall awards She works closely with students to celebration. direct them to careers they are interestThe event was held Tuesday, Oct. ed in and tries to find the right college 21 with large numbers of Grade 10, 11 or university for graduating students and 12 students receiving honours for and scholarships, if available. having an average score of 80 per cent “Not all these awards are based or higher. While many of the Grade 12 on marks. These awards are based on award recipients have already graduat- community involvement. Community ed and are in university or college, their volunteering is important,” said Fessler. names were still read out to attendees. Prinicipal Ian Rawlinson says he is A large group of students received proud of the number of students earning Alexander Rutherford Scholarships, themselves the Rutherford Scholarship which recognizes academic achieveand also in the increase in students’ ment at the senior high school level. scores in provincial exams. Wendy Fessler, the academic and ca“Just the work ethic of the kids in reer advisor at PSC says there are many this community and how they continue sponsors that help make the event posto face adversity,” stated Rawlinson. sible. He suggests there are times that students will set goals for themselves but may fail at what they intended, but what makes them stronger is how they deal with that adversity. “The thing is how you react to that failure; whether you step up and you refocus,” said Rawlinson. He said he is proud of the efforts of PSC students who have had to deal with monumental change in recent years. “One of our jobs is to make sure we give them the skills to know how to deal with it,” he added. Thousands of dollars in scholarships were handed out during the awards night with Caleb Froese being awarded the Glencoe ResourcEmily Jacobs accepts the Dr. Mac and es Ltd. Scholarship at Olive Elofson Nursing Award Tuesday, $6,000 over four years. Oct. 21 at Ponoka Secondary Campus Froese also was recogfrom vice-principal Ron Rarick. nized with the Governor Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye General’s Award. BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
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Students at St. Augustine Catholic School celebrated a year of academic and community service accomplishments Saturday, Oct. 18. Principal Curt Baron told attendees he was proud of the efforts, not only of students, but also of parents and family members helping youths accomplish their goals. “This was a culmination of many years of hard work.” “Your support of our school makes all of this possible,” he added. This is Baron’s third awards day since taking over at St. Augustine and he enjoys seeing such a large number of attendees. “It’s exciting to see the kids’ faces and their years of hard work have paid off,” said Baron. There were a large number of students recognized for accomplishments with the Rutherford
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Scholarships, academic excellence and in athletic achievements in all grades and there were also many individuals recognized for their efforts. Individuals also received awards from local associations such as the Ponoka Legion and the IODE as well as local businesses. He feels that while there is a strong showing of academic achievements, other awards relate to community service and leadership. “They’re really well-rounded kids and there’s citizenship. There’s all kinds of awards here today.” Baron said he is proud of the dedication of his students. “I think every year always gets a little better and hopefully a little bit bigger. We’re always looking for sponsors in the community,” he added. Also in attendance was superintendent Troy Davies of the St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Schools. He thanked students for their efforts in bringing the school to the forefront. “Today’s a chance to enjoy the spotlight.” School trustee Dan Svitich commended the students for their dedication and wished them continued success in their academic and community efforts. “These hard-working students have excelled 4904 - 50th St. in their studies,” said Ph. 403-783-3639 Svitich. Also in attendance PLAYING was former trustee Oct. 31- Nov. 6 Maria Lentz; LacombePonoka MLA Rod Fox, SCREEN #1 who presented the Premier’s Citizenship Award and Wetaskiwin 135 min MP Blaine Calkins, 2:00 PM who presented the GovSat & Sun 8:00 PM Daily ernor General’s Medal.
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Anastasia Johnson poses with Wetaskiwin MP Blaine Calkins Saturday, Oct. 25 during St. Augustine Catholic School’s student awards. She received the Governor General’s Award for achieving the highest academic average. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
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16 PONOKA NEWS
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014
Hundreds of bras donated highlighting women’s issues BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
Motorists and pedestrians had a somewhat distracting view last week as a colourful line of bras hung along the North Bridge. The event was organized by Sherry Gummow, who was inspired by the Bras Across the River, breast cancer awareness initiative. She received large boxes of donated bras and hung them on the bridge Wednesday, Oct. 22. Rather than focus on breast cancer, Gummow wanted to raise awareness of women’s issues and women who struggle with homelessness, not just in Alberta, but also right in Ponoka. It’s an issue that is close to Gummow’s heart. “Thirty-five years ago I needed help because of abuse in an alcoholic relationship. There wasn’t a women’s shelter in Red Deer at the time,” she said. She knows of women who have had to sleep under trees and in the foyers of banks in order to seek shelter from danger. Gummow says with the closest women’s shelters are in Maskwacis, Camrose, Red Deer and then Rocky Mountain House, women who need help in Ponoka have to find a ride to get where they’re going. “Homelessness could be for different reasons, it can be because we suffer from a mental illness. It can be by choice, it can be because you’ve been in a bad relationship and you’ve got nowhere to go,” said Gummow.
Representatives of two shelters attended the event and were grateful for the donations. Nora-Lee Rear, executive director of the Camrose shelter, and Donna Potts-Johnson, vice-president of the Ermineskin Women’s Shelter, took some time to speak about their experiences helping women in need. Potts-Johnson says many of the Ermineskin shelter’s clients deal with family violence and she says homeless for women aged 35 to 55-years-old is an issue they face on a regular basis. “I think we need a second phase for teaching women how to live,” she explained. There is a population of approximately 15,000 people in Maskwacis and Potts-Johnson says there are 400 families who are homeless. “We provide services for safety and also referrals for stepping away.” The biggest challenges faced by women’s shelters appear to be access to more funding. Rear feels the system makes it difficult for a woman to move forward. She says if a woman has to leave a violent relationship, Alberta Works and Human Services is the next line of defense preventing a woman from returning to that home. The problem Rear sees is in how much money a woman actually receives. “Alberta Works (money) is barely enough to pay the rent, let alone every-
thing else that comes with living on your own,” said Rear. “Many times a lot of our women end up returning simply for financial reasons.” That issue can become more serious for a woman who is also a mother. PottsJohnson added the funding for women’s shelters on the reserve compared to the cities is not equal. “It’s way less,” she said. Rear says the Camrose shelter received 400 women but received 900 calls from women who needed help last year. “It’s not a small issue, especially for the rural areas,” added Rear. She suggests communities such as Ponoka need to start looking at ways of helping find solutions to these issues. In an effort to help women with these issues, Gummow collects — year round — donated bras at her Busted Ladies Lingerie store and donates them to the Maskwacis and Camrose women’s shelters. She says until the end of October, every $50 spent at the store, a portion will go to purchasing items such as pajamas, underwear and socks. A study, commissioned by the Alberta Centre for Child, Family and Community Research, looked at 20 rural communities in Alberta and discusses some of the challenges communities face. More information on the study can be found at www. research4children.com.
Sherry Gummow, owner of Busted Ladies Lingerie helps hang up a long line of donated bras on the North Bridge Wednesday, Oct. 22 in an initiative to raise awareness of women’s issues and homeless women in Ponoka. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
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PONOKA NEWS 17
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014
Sharphead Nation remains find final resting place BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
Almost five decades ago the remains of First Nations people were dug up on a property south of Ponoka with their future remaining uncertain, until now. The remains, mostly youths and children and a few adults, found a resting place west of Ponoka on Highway 53 Saturday, Oct. 18 thanks to the dedicated effort from members of the Samson Cree Nation. From 1965 to 1966, the University of Alberta exhumed 25 sets of human remains from 24 graves on Matejka Farms south of Ponoka. Nobody at the time knew what to do with them. Eventually they were taken to the University of Alberta for safekeeping. Later in 2007, the partial remains of two other individuals and one complete set of another were found by the then Calgary Power (now AltaLink), which was replacing an electrical pole. Some research showed that those remains belonged to the Sharphead people, inhabitants of a reserve in the area in the 1800s. Returning these bodies to the land became a bureaucratic mess for the 15 descendant First Nations, who had been trying since 2007 to have them reburied, explained Beverly Crier, who works for Samson Cree Nation in the intergovernmental office. She focuses on the history, language and treaties of the Maskwacis Cree people. “Alberta Culture, with the assistance of Service Alberta, Aboriginal Relations – Aboriginal Consultation Office and the University of Alberta met with representatives of the respective First Nations over the years to rebury the remains at a new cemetery site,” said Crier. She says disease, drought and famine from approximately 1883 to 1893 caused the population to dwindle in the area and members of the nation dispersed and moved to other areas. Oral histories indicate there were some stories of attempt at genocide of the people SANDRA in the area, added Crier. FIRST CHOICE LYON REALTY During that 10-year Broker/ (PONOKA) LTD. Owner period, there were reports of more than 100 TYLER people buried, some of 403-783-8881 FESSLER them in a cemetery once Associate #3, 5012-48 Ave owned by a Methodist in the Wedin’s Prof. Bldg. mission. “The youngest was three-years-old.” NORTH END “Between that peOver 1200 sq ft. home riod, it was not a good with everything on one ED C time in this area,” added U level. 3 bedrooms and a D Crier. 5 pc. bath, open concept, RE No policies dealing double attached garage. with First Nations Located in the north end remains of Ponoka. Up until 1905, Alberta was part of the $229,000 Northwest Territories and there was no RIVERSIDE policy detailing how Large family home with to deal with human reD all living space on the E C mains, let alone those main floor. Large living U D that belonged to First room with woodstove, 3 E R bdrms + an office, as well Nations. Crier said her as large family room with biggest challenge in rewoodburning fireplace. patriation was proving Over 2100 sq.ft. all on an ownership. oversized lot. Crier says First Na$229,000 tions’ tradition is to TO VIEW ALL LISTINGS VISIT US ONLINE AT return the remains to WWW.FIRSTCHOICEPONOKA.COM where they belonged
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18 PONOKA NEWS
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014
Ponoka librarian says farewell to community
Rogers Raising the Grade receives great student feedback
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and say I’m proud of you for stepping forWhile Ponoka’s ward and realizing Rogers Raising the this opportunity.” Grade program has Canada-wide been up and runprogram co-ordinaning for a month, the tor Nivedita Lane Boys and Girls Club says every time she of Ponoka hosted an attends a launch parofficial launch party ty for the program, for mentors, parents, she sees its benefits. students and staff on “We’re really creatFriday, Oct. 24. ing a program that’s The program gives changing lives.” students access to caThe program reer information and focuses on two provides out of school streams; academic support to improve support and life-afgrades. ter-school skills. The A success out of Leah Cline, Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox and program equips the the gates, executive Beth Reitz celebrate the official launch party of Boys and Girls Clubs director Beth Reitz Rogers Raising the Grade after school program with computer labs Oct. 24. says the hope was for with a ribbon cutting on Friday, Photo by Amelia Naismith and software rang15 registered students ing from building in the first month and websites to coding, there are 22. With interviewing and resume writing. Lane feels it is only four mentors and the wish for one per stu- important for the program to teach students how to dent, that is where the program needs additional flourish in the predominantly digital age. support. Since starting the program, Alyssa Sinnott Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox was also in and her teachers have seen improvements in her attendance. “This will be a great addition to this schoolwork. “I’m starting to get my homework community. I want to say thank you to the students done and get 100 per cent on it,” she said. “I find Rogers will help a lot of kids’ dreams and expectations. You certainly get a lot of opportunities with this program,” she added. Fellow student Isaiah Bott also loves the support the program offers. “I joined the program for help in physics and math. You feel very at home in this environment.” BY AMELIA NAISMITH
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After two years of dedicated service, David Tremblay, manager of the Ponoka Jubilee Library is saying farewell and moving on to a new challenge. “I’ve really enjoyed working with a lot of the community members…I’ve really enjoyed my time here,” said Tremblay. He has accepted a position of librarian in Terrace, B.C. but says he will always have fond memories of his two years in Ponoka. A year after Tremblay’s arrival, circulation went up 14 per cent and then another seven per cent beyond that in his second. He feels his and the library’s staff’s efforts have helped put the library on the After two years at the Ponoka map. “Now it’s seen in a new light.” Jubilee Library, David TremInitiatives such as the community blay, library manager has announced he is leaving and garden and other ongoing projects may taking on a position in British see some change but he hopes to see Columbia. them continue. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye Plans for the future Some initiatives will have to followed up; Tremblay says the library was just awarded a $5,000 Telus community grant and the library board has just approved testing out free memberships for next year. Free membership is a trend that many municipalities have embraced, starting with the Town of Banff. Tremblay says the City of Edmonton has approved free memberships and the cities of Calgary and Camrose are heading in the same direction. “It’s going to be a project that’s an ongoing thing,” said Tremblay. While the board will have to look at seeking funding and support from the community to match the $12,000 in revenue usually earned from memberships, Tremblay suggests this will bring further benefits to the community. “I definitely hope that it continues,” he added. Another area Tremblay sees as a big potential for Ponoka is creating after school programs in the library for youths and other patrons to work on 3D printing and other creative technological programs. Tremblay says the Edmonton Public Library has a similar program called Makerspace but the only issue Ponoka faces is building size. “It’s quite a big trend in libraries these days,” he said. Jerry Siemens, chairperson of the library board of directors says he was saddened when he heard VJV MARKET REPORT the news but wishes Tremblay the best luck in the MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 22, 2014 future. “We can’t begin to describe his perforOn Wednesday, October22nd, 2014 - 5105 head of cattle went through our rings & 97 mance.” on the Canadian Satellite sale - TOTAL- 5202 “He helped educate us…We have a whole new SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1 - D2 cows 115.00-133.00 Good Bred Cows 1700.00-2000.00 outlook,” Siemens added. D3 - D4 cows 102.00-114.00 Older Bred Cows NONE He says Tremblay has volunteered to help in Holstein cows 90.00-110.00 Good Bred Heifers: NONE Heiferettes 128.00-153.00 Cow/calf pairs (younger) NONE the hiring process. Bologna Bulls 128.00-154.00 Cow/Calf pairs (older) NONE Feeder bulls 145.00-167.00 Tremblay’s last day is Nov. 19 and the library board has a farewell evening planned for WednesSTOCKERS AND FEEDERS day, Nov. 12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: 207.00-221.00 Heifers 195.00-212.00 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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Ukrainian flag presented to inspire WCPS BY AMELIA NAISMITH
A flag signed by dozens of Ukrainian educational staff members and students has been presented to the Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) board of trustees as a gift of inspiration to the division. The flag presentation during the board’s Tuesday, Oct. 21 meeting was made by Warren Kreway, who expressed appreciation of the division’s support system for older students, as he previously went back to school in Lacombe and graduated after a 47-year departure. “It’s awesome to be there and say thank you,” he said. In relation to his schooling, Kreway recently travelled to Ukraine with a team of five doctors on a medical mission and was able to study the country’s schools up close. “In Ukraine, we had 13 schools that we started, the purpose of these schools was to help them upgrade their education system,” said Kreway. He told the trustees a small story about one school of approximately
300 students with one outside bathroom. “It’s phenomenal what these kids go through to even obtain an education,” he told trustees. During his trip, he purchased the Ukrainian flag to be signed and brought to Canada as a way to build world connections; and as he presented the Ukrainian flag, he had the board of trustees and other WCPS staff sign a Canadian flag to take back to Ukraine in May 2015. “I thought it was an idea to make them aware that the rest of the world is looking at their flag and there is a glimmer of hope,” said Kreway. Kreway also wants the Ukrainian flag to be passed around the WCPS schools so they can gain a little more world perspective and further realize how accessible education is in Canada. “If we can help our students just a little bit to understand that, it would help them mature in their life skills,” said Kreway. He’s also challenging WCPS to step up with fundraisers and help the schools a world away.
Playtime: Ponoka Christian School students are happy users of the new playground equipment that was installed at the end of July, as the old structure was falling apart. Planning began October of last year and the playground was set up to be ready in time for the start of the school year by BDI Play Design, a company based out of Lethbridge. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Midget A aim to make a point to their coach in fundraiser BY MUSTAFA ERIC
Ponoka’s Fountain Tire Midget A team will play a mixed RCMP team as a fundraiser on Wednesday, Nov. 5 in order to support Kidsport in a repeat of last year’s game, which contributed some $600 to efforts to enable more kids to join teams sports. Jordan Wombold and Jarret Henderson of the Midget A team said they would have fun while also raising money for a good cause. The RCMP mixed team will include the Midget A team’s head coach Ryan Koehli alongside of-
Dallon Perry, of the Broncs football team, dodges some tackles to secure a touchdown against the Wetaskiwin Sabres during the last game of the season Thursday, Oct. 23 at Wetaskiwin. The Broncs lost 29-15. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Broncs start strong but can’t secure a win against the Sabres BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
The final game of the season for the Ponoka Broncs senior football team had a promising start against the Wetaskiwin Sabres last week, but things don’t always go as planned. The Broncs played their last game in Wetaskiwin Thursday, Oct. 23 with a large crowd of football fans from both towns cheering on their teams. Offensive and defensive lines appeared ready for the match against the Sabres; players blocked at the right times and Broncs’ quarterback Kellyn Pritchard completed several passes, which created trouble for the Sabres. “I just tried to hit the open receivers…my favourite target was probably 87 (Ashton Sandin). He’s usually open and he’s a really easy target to hit,” Kellyn Pritchard said after the game. “Everyone gave it their heart,” he added. The Broncs appeared ready for anything and took every chance they could to score. They were the first to put points on the scoreboard with a field goal in the first quarter. That, coupled with two forced turnovers in the Broncs’ favour put Ponoka in a 15-13 lead at the end of the first half. The Broncs appeared to have found momentum in their passing game as well as in their offensive and the defensive line. To counteract that, the Sabres made some line changes and used fast runners to convert plays into first downs during the second half. Ponoka was unable to adapt to changes made by the Sabres’ offensive line, explained head coach Scott MacGregor. “They actually switched quarterbacks and they used that big number 17 like a two-back instead,” he explained. He does feel the Broncs dominated ball possession percentage but they couldn’t make enough touchdowns to win.
“It was there for us to take,” stated MacGregor. He feels the players were able to keep their cool through most of the game and praised their efforts. He said team captains did a good job of rallying the team. “They really had a lot of passion for the game…they’ve always played like that.” Despite the winless season, the team also gained some life-lessons. “It’s about way more than just scoring points, it’s about building character and I’m very proud of our program,” he added. The five captains speak on their season “We may lose but it’s about family. We always stick together,” said co-captain Dallon Perry. He said they learned some valuable lessons over the season that he feels will benefit the team next year. “We put in new defense and offense (plays) this year.” Everyone was looking for a win, said co-captain Cameron Kirstein, who made several big plays for the Broncs, including catching a long pass with three Sabres clambering to prevent the catch. “I needed to make the plays for the team you know. I wanted to win this. We tried hard.” Ashton Soosay is another captain who suggests that despite a no-win season, the Broncs were able to improve greatly with each game. “We really had to come together as a team and all do our jobs. It’s not a one-man sport.” For co-captain Casey Cohoe, winning was paramount and players tried to keep that momentum in the second half. Co-captain Calvin Turner said there were some slip-ups in the second half that hurt the team. “We had a hell of a push there. There was a couple missed blocks but we just pushed them back for the entire time.” MacGregor says he looks forward to next season and seeing what his Grade 10 and 11 players will bring to the team.
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Stampeders lose to strong Strathcona BY AMELIA NAISMITH
A fast-paced game against the Strathcona Wheat Kings resulted in a loss for Stampeders, despite a heady effort from the Ponoka players. Assistant coach Blair Grant says the 7-1 loss at the Sunday, Oct. 26 game came from the boys straying from the game plan. “I thought we had a very good first 10 minutes of the first period. The boys stuck to our system,” said Grant. “It seems like our team, if we stay to our abilities, we can compete to any team,” he added. However, when the players lose their grip of the game plan, it costs them with points for the opposing team. For the Stampeders, the game did not fare better in the second period. “It was probably the weakest of the three,” said Grant.
“I thought the third period . . . probably was a fairly even period,” he added. Defensive errors were made but Stampeders goalie Eli Falls kept up well with the assault of shots he faced. Along with drifting from the game plan, Grant feels teamwork was also lacking. “I think that they get a mentality that they have to do it themselves. It’s our job as coaches to get them focused again.” “Our whole success lies on our speed, our ability to forecheck and our ability to play as a team,” he added. While the game was aggressive and penalties were enforced, Grant was unconcerned and says the team averages nine to 10 penalties per game. “I thought they did very well holding their tempers.” “I have to credit Strathcona, they were a very offensive team,” he added. In an effort to steal the puck, Brandon Duthie of Stampeders dives during the home game against Strathmore Wheat Kings on Sunday, Oct. 26. Photo by Amelia Naismith
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Losses more than wins in minor hockey BY AMELIA NAISMITH
Atom preseason Ponoka Quality Paint/McDonalds Atom team lost their Saturday, Oct. 25 away to Blackfalds 4-2. Scorers for Ponoka in the game were Kael Street during the first period and Braedan Broullette late in the third period. Maskwacis Atom players also played an away game on Oct. 25. They lost to the Wainright Atom A team 18-3. Klan Littlechild, Dayzel Bull and Alysik Buffalo scored the goals for Maskwacis team. Ponoka Calnash Trucking Atom team lost its Sunday, Oct. 26 home game to the Viking Atom team 12-3. Kevin Kammer scored two goals for the local boys and Raiden Rabbit brought the number up to three. Maskwacis Atom Hawks saw some tough luck in a home game against the Rimbey Atom A team, and were defeated 19-1. Klan Littlechild scored the team’s single goal with 26 seconds left in the last period. Midget Tier 1 regular season Ponoka Fountain Tire Wolves were defeated during their Friday, Oct. 24 home game against Stettler with a 7-1 loss. Matthew Klimec scored the team’s only goal. The Wolves narrowly lost again on Sunday Oct. 26 with 5-4 score to the Rocky ATB Royals. Jordan Wombold claimed the team’s first goal; Kellyn Pritchard scored the second and fourth goals while Tyson Matejka brought in the third.
Midget Tier 2 regular season Maskwacis Midget A Hawks tied the players Rimbey opponent in a 6-6 home game on Saturday, Oct. 25. Tristan Saddleback scored the first and last goal of the game and Tyrone Jr. Potts took the second and second last. The other goals were claimed by Chevazz Rabbit and Jacobi Omeasoo. Female Peewee Ponoka Peewee Female team won 5-2 agaisnt the Maskwacis Peewee Female Hawks on Saturday, Oct. 25. For Lacoka the scorers were Kristen Krzywy, Amanda Huchkowski with a hat trick and Hailey Huchkowski with one. On the Maskwacis team, Jayliese Swampy scored both goals. The Hawks also lost the following day’s game 1-0 to Camrose. Female Bantam Lacoka Warriors won their Saturday, Oct. 23 away game 11-0, dominating Warburg. Kelli Rai Seiben scored five times, Racheal Wood put two on the scoreboard and so did Megan Bailey, with remaining points coming from Jaymee Klinger, Katrina Fisher, Carmen Vogel and Zoe Lorenz-Boser. Maskwacis Female Bantam Hawks were defeated 21-0 during a home game against Stettler, Sunday Oct. 26. Female Midget Lacoka Midget Female team lost a Friday, Oct. 24 away game 2-0 to Stettler. Maskwacis Midget Female hawks also lost to Stettler on Sunday, Oct. 26 with a 21-1 score. Paris Smallboy scored the only goal for her team.
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Matthew Klimec of Ponoka Fountain Tire Midget A scores the sole point for the hosts during the game against Stettler Legion Blues on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex. Ponoka lost the game 7-1. Photo by Mustafa Eric
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Mecca Pride ends JV Broncs girls’ volleyball season on strong team lands first season win personal note BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
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Meagan Boulton spikes the ball back over the net during the Mecca Glen girls’ last volleyball game of the season, held Tuesday Oct. 21 agaisnt Bluffton. Photo by Amelia Naismith
It was a season of growth for Mecca Glen’s junior girls’ volleyball team. Mecca Glen Pride played their last league game on Tuesday, Oct. 21 and while they did not win any of the five sets they played against Bluffton, it was a hearty effort complete with high spirits. “It was a good game, we really improved,” said coach Amanda Nickerson. “Their serving has really improved and they’re working really good as a cohesive team,” she added. While the Bluffton Stingers had a tough offensive game, Nickerson feels her girls put up a strong defense, and a good number of powerful and well-placed serves kept the team on the board with one set a close 10-15 loss. With only three veterans on the team, as well as three Grade 6 players, Nickerson says the goal she set for the season was to see steady improvement in the girls’ skills. The older players stepped into the leadership roles to take control of the games. “The Grade 9s fostered the Grade 6’s confidence,” said Nickerson. “Their confidence has really improved,” she added.
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Rose Steblyk It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Rose Marie Steblyk on October 23, 2014 at the Ponoka Auxiliary Hospital at the age of 83. She is survived by her daughter Connie (Ron) Nagy; son Robert (Katherine) Steblyk; grandchildren Christopher (Sarah) Steblyk, Jeffrey (Jackie) Nagy, Stephen (Pam) Nagy, Jessica (Adam) Haisinger, Daelee (Shawn) Carrigan; great grandchildren Gavin and Morgan Nagy; siblings John (Liz) Lauer, Bernie Martin, Margaret (John) Stretch, Joe (Dale) Lauer, Garry Lauer; brother-in-law Bill (Diana) Steblyk; sistersin-law Nancy (John) Fournier and Betty Jenkins as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rose was predeceased by her husband John Steblyk; son Terry Steblyk; parents John and Anne Lauer; and brother Ralph Lauer. Rose was born in Saskatchewan and lived there until she was a young adult. She came to Ponoka and it was while she was working at the Club Cafe she met John. They soon married, raised their three children and called Ponoka their home. She was a typical stay at home mom whose cookie jar was never empty and her kitchen was always busy. For several years she worked part time in housekeeping at Rimoka followed by 25 years service at the Alberta Hospital Ponoka’s laundry department. Family was her priority and she took great pleasure and pride in her children’s and grandchildren’s lives. She was much loved and will be greatly missed. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ponoka Funeral Home. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted in her name to the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society. To express condolences to Rose’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements Entrusted To
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS NEEDED! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans THE RUSTY PELICAN is available. Income-tax now accepting resumes for receipts issued. F/T Exp’d Start training today. LINE COOKS Work from home! at all stations. www.canscribe.com; MUST HAVE: info@canscribe.com. • 2-3 yrs. post secondary 1-800-466-1535. education. Something for Everyone • 2-3 yrs. on-the-job exp. Everyday in Classifieds • Provide references The hourly rate will be Classifieds...costs so little $13.25 - $15. per hour Saves you so much! dependant on experience. Looking for a new pet? Mail to: 2079 50 AVE. Check out Classifieds to Red Deer, AB T4R 1Z4 find the purrfect pet. or Call 403-347-1414 or Fax to: 403-347-1161
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JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC required for oilfield trucking company. Will consider 3rd year apprentice or higher. Full-time position. Phone resume to: 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net. NEEDED IMMED. FOR manufacturing company in Blackfalds JOURNEYMAN WELDERS Competitive wages and benefits package. Email resume to: joel@prolineinc.ca
PETROFIELD Industries, the Leader in manufacturing Hydrovac trucks, is accepting resumes for the following positions: * Quality Control Manager Oilfield Sales & (You will have trade or technical education, Distributors Quality Control training/ AN ALBERTA OILFIELD THURSDAY AA Meetings / certification, company is hiring at 8:30 p.m. in the SALES ASSOCIATE coursework Project Management experienced dozer Catholic Church basement. REQUIRED Training. Fabricator/ welder and excavator operators, 52 Street & 52 Ave. For North/Central Alberta. experience, 3 - 5 years meals and lodging Ponoka. Opportunity for a mature QC experience and CWB provided. Drug testing 403-783-4347 person or couple in Supervisor Certification. required. 780-723-5051. 403-783-3442 wholesale fashion jewelry Class 3A Driver’s\Licence We change daily and giftware sales. an asset) to serve you better. * General Labourers • Great second career. * Industrial Painters Celebrate your life • Must be fit and love to * Sandblasters with a Classified travel. * Material Handler ANNOUNCEMENT • Work schedule approx. * 2nd Yr Welder with 8 months per year. Aluminum experience LOOKING FOR • A strong interest in Apprentice Picker ladies fashion an asset. Visit our website at: Employment Operator / Swamper www.tornadotrucks.com Reply to: #700 - #920 Competitive wages, for more details. Our order@klassenjlrs.com lots of hours. Company has an Caregivers/Aides................710 Terry, 306-652-2112 Send resume to: enthusiastic fast paced Clerical ..............................720 Check us out at: oilfieldcompany2001 working environment, with Computer Personnel ..........730 www.klassenjlrs.com @gmail.com advancement possibilities Dental ................................740 for the motivated person, Estheticians........................750 Central Alberta’s Largest and offers an excellent Car Lot in Classifieds Hair Stylists ........................760 benefit package. fax Janitorial ............................770 Trades 403-742-5544 Classifieds Legal ..................................780 e-mail: hr@petrofield.com Your place to SELL Medical ..............................790 Your place to BUY POST FRAME BUILDERS. EVRAZ Oilfield ................................800 Prairie Post Frame’s Professionals......................810 Red Deer Works Luke Willows Contracting premium buildings with is now accepting Restaurant/Hotel ................820 & Consulting Ltd. is competitive pricing has applications for Sales & Distributors ..........830 currently seeking: Grader resulted in an Teachers/Tutors..................840 Journeyman Operator, Laborers, unprecedented growth. Trades ................................850 Fencing Crews, Certified Millwrights, We are looking for additional Truckers/Drivers ................860 Pipefitter, (subcontract outstanding builders. Electricians, and Business Opportunities......870 option will be considered) Please contact Adam: Machinists. Experience is a must. Miscellaneous ....................880 Individuals must be safety adam@prairiepostframe.ca Prefer applicants to have Volunteers Wanted ............890 or 403-507-1996. conscious, physically fit, basic safety tickets (1st Positions Wanted ..............895 able to work overtime and VERY BUSY OKANAGAN Aid, H2S, TDG and Employment Training ........900 shift work. dealership requires WHMIS), and a valid drivCareer Planning ................920 immediately a Service ers license. Please forward Wages start at $40.00 per hour and offer an Manager. Must enjoy resumes by fax or email. excellent benefit and a fast-paced working pension package. SWAMPERS environment and have a Medical Please send resume to minimum of five-years & LABOURERS reddeerhr@evrazna.com automotive management for oilfield company MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION needed. Send resumes to: or deliver in person to experience including, parts, IS AN IN-DEMAND 27251 391 Township Road service, and warranty. oilfieldcompany2001 CAREER IN CANADA! This is a full-time position @gmail.com Employers have work-atINTERIOR which includes competitive home positions available. HEAVY EQUIPMENT ZUBAR Production wages and full benefit Get the online training you OPERATOR SCHOOL. package. Please reply in Services need from an employerIn-the-seat training. person, email or fax your is currently taking resumes trusted program. Visit: No simulators. Real world resume to: Hilltop Subaru, for experienced CareerStep.ca/MT or tasks. Weekly start dates. 4407 - 27 St., Vernon, BC. Production Testing 1-888-528-0809 to start Funding options. Weekly Attention: Dayna Kosmino; Personnel training for your work-atjob board! Sign up online! dckosmino Email resume to: home career today! iheschool.com. @hilltopsubaru.com. rdzubaroffice@telus.net 1-866-399-3853 Fax 250-542-1778. or fax to (403)346-9420.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday night meetings at the Anglican Church Ponoka 8:30 p.m. Phone 403-783-0719 for info.
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Sat, Nov. 1 & Sun, Nov. 2 9am - 5pm Mostly new items from a closing out sale: • Candles & candleholders • Shower curtains & liners • Hair accessories • Christmas ornaments • Stationary • Housewares • Electrical • Kids “birthday” candles, invitations, balloons, goodie bags
AL-ANON WEEKLY MEETING FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF ALCOHOLICS. Tuesdays 8 p.m. Neighborhood Place 5115 - 49 Ave., Ponoka For more info 403-783-4557
Weekly meetings Tuesdays @ 8 p.m. Neighborhood Place 5115 49 Ave. Ponoka For more info. 403-783-4557 or 403-783-8371
Publication date: WED. NOV. 12 FRI. NOV. 14 Deadline is: Fri. Nov. 7 @ Noon Sylvan Lake News & Eckville Echo Publication date: THURS. NOV. 13 Deadline is: Thurs. Nov. 6 @ 5 p.m.
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WILL’S WELDING Is looking for a
FULL TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT Duties include but not limited to: • Daily invoicing & filing • Bank deposits • A/R, A/P & payroll • Answering telephones & customer service • Cleaning, stocking & organizing front end • Flaman rental/contracts agreements • Cutting steel when required (will provide training) Experience with Simply Accounting and Microsoft Office is an asset and training is available Must be able to work in a cold/hot dusty environment. There is also a cat on premises. Please email resume to willswelding@telus.net
Wolf Creek Public Schools invites applications for the following position: Custodial Services Foreman Division Of¿ce Ponoka, AB For further speci¿cs on the above position, please visit Wolf Creek Public Schools’ website at www.wolfcreek. ab.ca, or contact the Division Of¿ce at 403-783-3473.
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ROADEX SERVICES requires O/O 3/4 tons, 1 tons and 3 tons for our RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our RV and general freight deck division. Paid by direct deposit, benefits and company fuel cards. Border crossing required with valid passport and clean criminal record. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.
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GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com. THE DISABILITY TAX CREDIT. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average). Covers: hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. Apply today! 1-844-453-5372.
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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR Division Office Ponoka, AB
AG EQUIPMENT
Rimbey Implements Ltd.
For further specifics on the above position, please visit Wolf Creek Public Schools’ website at www.wolfcreek.ab.ca, or contact the Division Office at 403-783-3473.
Restaurant/ Hotel
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TIM HORTONS
WETASKIWIN READY MIX
Now Hiring • MIXER DRIVERS Minimum Class 3 with air.
FOOD COUNTER ATTENDANT
5410 - 50 Street, Wetaskiwin or email
Apply in person or fill out application in store Trades
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4750 Hwy 2A, T4J 1K3 has openings for
$11 - $12/hr plus benefits
in Wetaskiwin
GET YOUR BUSINESS OUT THERE
Truckers/ Drivers
Please apply with resume & current drivers abstract
Full Time/Part Time/Shift Work Nights/Overnights/Early Mornings/Weekends No formal education required/No experience required
PEACE HILLS BINGO
Must be 18 years of age and available weekends Call 780-352-2137 ext. 3 or 5
Truckers/ Drivers
invites applications for the following position:
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ENTIRE MOKA HOUSE Coffee franchise consisting of 7 locations in Vancouver and Victoria for sale. Excellent ROE. Owner retiring. Asking $795,000. Contact Len at 604-569-3358. Email: len@mokahouse.com.
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Al York
General Manager Cell: (403) 783-0593 Bus: (403) 843-3700
Rimbey, AB
Fax: (403) 843-3430
ANIMAL SERVICES
dmarkevich@wetaskiwinrm.com
or Fax (780) 352-1607 Misc. Help
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ALLOWANCE NOT CUTTING IT? Join the PONOKA NEWS
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ACADEMIC Express ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING
WINTER START GED Preparation Would you like to take the GED in your community? • • • • • • • • • •
Red Deer Rocky Mtn. House Rimbey Caroline Castor Sylvan Lake Innisfail Stettler Ponoka Lacombe
Start your career! See Help Wanted
EXPERIENCED HOG FARM WORKERS NEEDED. All areas of the barn. Must have 2 yrs of previous experience. $18/hr or higher depending on exp. + benefits. F/T year round work. Resumes can be faxed to 403-748-4613 FULL-TIME MEAT CUTTER REQUIRED at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta. 40 hours per week. Benefits. Fax resume to 1-403-556-8652 or email: sby1148olds@sobeys.com
A & J AUTOMOTIVE A & J AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR
Excellent communication skills a must. Please email your resume to kimtomfg@telus.net. No phone calls please.
Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available. 403-340-1930 www.academicexpress.ca
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
Kimto Manufacturing in Wetaskiwin is looking for reliable third-year or journeyman welders to join our team!
EXERCISE, EARN MONEY, AND WIN PRIZES! Reliable carriers are automatically entered into a monthly draw.
TIRE REPAIR PERSON
Required for maintenance and repair of truck and trailer fleet. Experience is an asset, but will train right candidate. Excellent wages and company benefits.
FILLED Please submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com (Re: Tire Person)
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.
6701 - 46 Ave. 6701 46 Ave. Ponoka, AB - T4J 1J8 Ponoka, T4J 1J8 (403)AB783-8755 (403) 783-8755 Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator Al Dickhaut Owner/Operator
Win an additional $50 Keep up the good work and your name will be entered to win a
$400 Gift Certificate Each week the Ponoka News reaches residents where they live, work and farm. In town our papers are delivered door to door by reliable carriers and we could use more help.
If you are interested in a local route please contact Susan Whitecotton at 403-783-3311
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PLUMBING
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SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD.
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“Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs” Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning -24 HOUR SERVICE-
BOBCAT SERVICES Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.
BOBCAT SERVICE • Snow Removal • Driveways & Parking Lots • Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15 • Corral Cleaning • Gradingor&Cell: Construction Call Jim Ashbough 403-783-2764 403-588-0599 Jack 403-783-5283 or Cell: 403-588-0597 Call JimSurbey Ashbough 783-2764 or Cell: 588-0599 Jack Surbey 783-5283 Cell: 588-0597
OVERHEAD DOORS
requires a Have a rewarding career with a company you’ll be excited to represent. Big Country Energy Services is a premier pipeline and facilities construction company servicing western Canada and we’re currently looking to build our business with a dedicated team, who will prosper with us and share our focus of dynamic customer service. We’re currently accepting resumes for the following position from anyone who has experience in our industry and shares our vision of a safe, responsible workplace
PURCHASER/ PARTS PERSON Duties include Purchasing parts for mechanics and field crews. Relief Dispatching
403-963-5000
Part Time Cashier 12-16 hours per week. Evenings and Weekends. Successful candidate will be expected to run till, light stocking of shelves and being a store ambassador to customers.
Apply with resume to: Customer Service 4502 50 Street
Mon-Fri, with some weekend work, out of our Ponoka Office
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Reaching 6000
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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR: • Winch Tractor Driver • Bed Truck Driver • Picker Operator • Pilot Car Driver • Swamper For Local & Camp Work
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SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers. SHORT ON STAFF? Looking to hire quality individuals? Join us for an All-Inclusive career Expo in Jamaica. To get more information go to: www.abpros.ca/cex.
Employment Training
Is A Rapidly Expanding Electrical Enclosure & Power Distribution Product Manufacturer In Wetaskiwin
10 am - 5 pm
Closed Sundays & Holidays We Now Recycle Milk Cartons for Deposit
403-783-6875 SALES & SERVICE
LET’S GET YOU MOVING FORWARD. Input Capital infuses your farm with the capital you need to start calling your own shots. 844-715-7355; www.inputcapital.com
Motorcycles & ATV’s Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday: 9 am-3 pm
403-783-5185 1-800-662-7135 Fax: 403-783-4635
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• Executive Assistant • Turret Operator/Programmer • Finisher • Welders • Sheet Metal Fabricators
3, 5520 Hwy 2A (Across from Husky)
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A.C. DANDY PRODUCTS
Open Monday - Saturday
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REQUIRED Production Welder Painter Shop Laborer Polisher Full or Part Time Crestomere area BANDIT INDUSTRIES 403-783-4284
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Please submit applications to: Calnash Trucking 6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: 403-783-3011 Email: hr@calnashtrucking.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
households weekly
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MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work! 1-888-627-0297.
Big Country Energy Services is proud to lead the charge on creating a drug and alcohol free work environment; preemployment testing is required. If you are looking to be part of an innovative team who offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits and an excellent work environment, please submit your resume, copies of oilfield tickets and current driver’s abstract to: Big Country Energy Services Inc 6709 44 Avenue Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8 Fax: (403) 783-4670 Email: Dharris@bces.com
www.doorsondemand.ca
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Part Time Bakery Clerk 12-16 hours per week. Evenings and Weekends.
and Appliance Service
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DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS
Family Friendly Dentistry Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0
Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607
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Drs. Heimdahl, ZoBell & Kallal Painters/ Decorators
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• B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING • SHOP/PORTABLE • CNC PLASMA CUTTING • ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING
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NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM
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Massage therapists are needed throughout Alberta. At MH Vicars School, you’ll receive an exceptional education 12345 that meets Canada’s highest standards—without having to relocate. Choose monthly, weekly or weekend classes in Calgary or Edmonton.
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540.
Refrigeration
Apply with resume to: Customer Service 4502 50 Street Career Planning
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Berni's
Job duties to include but not limited to slicing and bagging fresh baked product, serving customers and general sanitation.
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CANADA BENEFIT GROUP. Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000. from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/ free-assessment
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HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING
Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair
3912 - 66 St, Ponoka www.wcmltd.ca
403.783.3501 wcmltd@telus.net
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CLINKERS KENNELS * Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm; Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon; Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.
403-783-6272
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Need RV or Self Storage?
Bovine Veterinary Services
8’ X 10’ mini storage units available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound. Call Keith at
On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services
First Call Towing
VETERINARY SERVICES
Ultrasound-aided ReproducƟve Programs
783-3636
CETA CerƟĮed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer Herd Health
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VETERINARY SERVICES
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Reaching 6000 households weekly
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Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940
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ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION. Sand Hills Community Centre, Sat., Nov. 8/14. Starts 10 a.m. sharp! For complete directions, listing & pictures: www. spectrumauctioneering.com Phone 780-960-3370 / 780-903-9393.
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ANTIQUE & WESTERN COLLECTIBLE AUCTION Sunday Nov. 2- 10 a.m. Bowden Lions Hall Bowden A.B. Tagged Deer & Antelope mounts, tanned Coyote Hides and tanned Wolf rug. Furniture, Glassware, Vintage kitchen misc. 303 lever action Savage rifle, Belt buckles, Western art, Advertising Medalta pitchers, Check web for full listing & pictures Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm. Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Nov. 2 Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listings www.bigstrapperauctions.net
UNRESERVED EQUIPMENT AUCTION. Saturday, November 1, 10 a.m. Trucks, skid steers, trailers, tools, and more! South of Provost, Alberta on Hwy 899. Scribner Auction; www.scribnernet.com. 780-842-5666.
Building Supplies
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2 LARGE STORAGE BUILDINGS AND ONE GARAGE, brand new. Heavily discounted, for immediate liquidation. (Negotiable delivery time). Direct from factory. Won’t last. Call for details 1-866-207-6547. A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers. Used 20’ & 40’ Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40’ HC. Winter Specials in stock now. Self unloading delivery. Phone toll free 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com. METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254. STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Firewood
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LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
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Houses/ Duplexes
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Dogs
HIGH QUALITY LABRADOODLES and GOLDEN DOODLE pups Long time Breeder, text 306-521-1371 www.furtettishfarm.ca
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
2140
Horses
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For Rent #3000 - #3200 Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390 Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
Houses/ Duplexes
3020
FOR RENT NOV. 1 2 bdrm partially furnished house Centrally located W/D, N/S, N/P $950/mo + D.D.
3020
3 BDRM. DUPLEX IN PONOKA, 4 appls., rent $900 + utils. Avail. Nov. 1. 403-783-3860
Suites
3060
1 bdrm bsmt suite 5 appliances NW of Ponoka N/S, N/P, horses OK $ 850/mnth plus D.D. plus phone
HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252
LARGE round wheat straw bales, $15. Small square wheat straw bales, $2, 403-350-3329
Houses For Sale
3 bdrm duplex Totally renovated Close to walking paths & Centennial Centre Parking $975/mnth plus D.D. plus utilities 403-963-0937
4020
FOR SALE
4 bdrm, 3 bath house with 5 appliances in Riverside Large deck, double detached garage Immediate possession, Only $240,000 Will trade for land or cattle Call 403-350-4262
1760
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feet. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer, window coverings included. California landscaped. Centrally located in quiet neighbourhood in Ponoka. $240,000.00 Please call (403) 783-0058 for further details.
upgraded with new rugs and paint. Shows like new! Approximately 1100 square
Available Dec 1 LARGE ROOM FOR RENT WITH WALK IN CLOSET East of Ponoka Separate entrance and bathroom, Shared Living, kitchen, and laundry, Space for pets and livestock , close proximity to riding arenas, indoor stabling can be arranged
Rent to be negotiated base $650 a month Prefer female. Contact Kelly at kcoriginal@hotmail.com
AVAILABLE NOV 1 2 BDRM DOWNSTAIRS SUITE Own private entrance N/P $ 800/mnth plus D.D. and utilities
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2190
3080
403-783-6662
403-396-0075 Grain, Feed Hay
Roommates Wanted
4020
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
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Manufactured Homes
20’ X 76’ MAPLEWOOD - 230. $111,000. This spacious floor plan offers great potential for your family with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 appliances & more. For more information call United Homes Canada 1-800-461-7632 or visit us at: www. unitedhomescanada.com
Mortgages Bought/Sold
4190
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Trucks
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Vans Buses
5070
VETERINARY SERVICES
6010
Ponoka Veterinary Clinic
Ponoka County 2009 MONTANA, V6, hwy driven, 1 owner, 74,000 kms., mech. insp., Car proof, all maint. records, $8500. **SOLD**
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Lesley and Kerry Grose to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:
Public Notice #6000
Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
6010
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Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
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Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4:30 pm
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Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU
403-350-4262
Public Notices
Money To Loan
Public Notices
Reclassify portion of S ½ of SE 11-42-24-W4 (approximately 5.0 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential District to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area. Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular office hours. Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Officer Ponoka County 4205 - Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 e-mail: PonokaCounty@PonokaCounty.com
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WCPS teachers learn conflict resolution tools BY AMELIA NAISMITH
A vast variety of topic sessions were available to participants at Wolf Creek Public Schools’ first Mental Health Symposium on Saturday, Oct. 25, including an in-depth look at the conflict cycle, which will help defuse and rectify negative situations. Rob Reid, principal of Wolf Creek Academy, was leading the session and says conflict in the classroom stems from the stress and perception of the affronted. “It’s really important to understand where our students are coming from,” said Reid. Negative behavior is related to the brain’s limbic system, where emotions and the body’s fight, flight or freeze response it stored. Reid says there are three types of stress: positive stress, which is tolerable and beneficial; tolerable stress, such as a competitive sports competition, and toxic stress. “It’s over some period of time . . . it really impacts.” Toxic stress in early childhood can impair brain circuits and result in smaller brain development. This can cause feelings of guilt, abandonment and inadequacy, classified as irrational thoughts. Common irrational thoughts of youth include: they must always do everything perfectly or they are a failure, everyone must like them or they are a “loser”, people who do something they do not like are bad people and must be punished and everyone must be fair to
them because they are entitled to that. Such beliefs are where stress and conflict can breed. “There’s advantages to irrational beliefs,” said Reid. “They allow people to feel secure, brings psychological order to a chaos and allows people to protect themselves from helplessness, confusion and anger.” Actions based on irrational thoughts can drive self-fulfilling prophecies and push youth to return to negative behavior because it results less frightening than the unknown. “What kids believe about themselves is more important in determining their behavior than any facts about them,” said Reid, who explained the conflict cycle can be used by teachers and administration for cognitive reconstruction to tap into a student’s perception. “Perception drives our thoughts, thoughts drive our feelings and feelings drive our behavior,” said Reid. People have seven defense mechanisms; rationalization, projection, displacement, sublimation, conversion and regression and it is not an event that triggers feelings but a person’s perception of the event. The conflict cycle, or a similar strategy, is a tool to break the pattern of negative behavior because it can sooth an offended perception. “They will not remember what we said, they will not remember what we did but they will remember how we made them feel,” Reid told those in attendance.
The Ponoka Ladies Auxiliary have joined forces with Shoppers Drug Mart, Rexall Drugs, Ponoka Professional Pharmacy, and Ponoka Dental Clinic to prepare toiletry packages for patients in need upon their admission to the Ponoka Health Care Centre. These items are no longer available through Alberta Health Services and include: shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, soap, hand lotion, body wash, toothpaste, tooth brush, dental floss, razors, combs, and manicure kits. Thanks to the generosity of Jamil Rawji, Peter Lok, Shirley Paul, and Dr. Leslie Gill patients stay in the hospital are a little more pleasant. Contributed photo
Parents are the best prevention for troubled youth BY AMELIA NAISMITH
At Wolf Creek Public Schools’ first ever Mental Health Symposium, the keynote speaker walked participants through the causes that lead to “troubled children” and what youth require to develop in a healthy, mature manner. Beth Hachkowski, a registered psychologist, told the crowd a bit about her journey in the field of diagnosing the symptoms of mental health issues, during the Saturday Oct. 25 event. When dealing with various issues Hachkowski’s work related to managing the symptoms in society. “We want children to realize their potential,” she said. Hachkowski says, throughout her career, she has faced the challenge of lack of a process with a youth patient, especially when a parental support system was not in place. “Parents have weakened and they’re losing confidence in being the best thing for their children.” According to Hachkowski, mental deficiencies can stem from arrested development delaying the maturity needed to develop feelings as a defense mechanism against vulnerable experiences. “The root of it all is sensitivities.” “The other question we have to ask
ourselves is: ‘Are our children’s brains equipping them to be in a wounding environment’,” she added. Hachkowski says 40 per cent of today’s youth are less likely to show empathy than previous generations, and social networking means unlimited access to a stimulating environment where parents cannot protect their children. Hachkowski also told the audience that today’s children are more receptive to a wounding environment due to the higher percentage rate of harder births and the affects it has on the development of the child. The keynote speaker’s presentation advised that children have four needs from a mental development standpoint the first being children’s need to feel taken care of until truly capable of taking care of themselves. “It is one thing to be taken care of, it’s a whole other thing to feel taken care of,” said Hachkowski. The second need stresses that children need a cocoon of warm, fulfilling attachment to mature. Thirdly, “children need a safe place to have their tears for what they need to adapt to.” Fourthly, children need shielding from the wounding world and Hachkowski says the best shield is a strong connection with caring adults.
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Test marks convoluted by Alberta Education, WCPS investigation finds BY AMELIA NAISMITH
Misleading government statistics regarding school performances in provincial achievement tests (PATs) have been investigated and debunked by Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) district transformation leader. Sean Lougheed presented his findings on the matter to the WCPS board of trustees on Tuesday, Oct. 21. Lougheed explained to the trustees that when the province releases its standings for PAT results, it is not comparing “apples to apples.” He believes in order to take an accurate reading for each student group (those who write the test completely, those who write a portion and those who do not write at all) the marks should only be compared against that of the same grouping. However, when Alberta Education compares a school division’s PAT marks to the provincial average, all the marks are calculated in one group. Lougheed found that with each PAT the division administered, there was a higher percentage of students among the WCPS roll who did not fully write the exam, for whatever reason, than the provincial average. This can immediately skewer results by more than 10 per cent for schools within the division. “They’re counted in and it hurts us,” said Lougheed. He added that the WCPS division has double the amount of students who are
not fully writing the tests as compared to the provincial average. When comparing only the marks of students who fully wrote the tests, the division-wide average sits only 0.1 per cent below the provincial average. “We’re doing well, we’re doing the same as the province,” said Lougheed. “This year when they (PAT marks) came in, I was quite pleased, as I’m sure you are, to see that overall in Wolf Creek we’re making some very, very strong gains,” said superintendant Larry Jacobs. However, Jacobs was concerned with the inconsistency between the division and provincial findings. “So Sean and I started a conversation; what is actually behind the marks?” As Lougheed followed the marks, he discovered two schools within the division — which he used as case studies for his presentation — which had only Grade 3 students to write the PATs, had no data released by the government. This strongly affected the school’s accountability survey. “Because only 30 per cent of the students in the province of Alberta wrote the Grade 3 PAT, they (Alberta Education) decided not to put that information into the pillar survey.” Lougheed continued his investigation and found more discrepancies in the numbers. Focusing on one specific school in the division, which was not named for the presentation, Lougheed says 66 students wrote a PAT.
“The province recorded us as 72.3 per cent . . . our actual average was 90.9,” said Lougheed, referring to students who achieved the acceptable level. In some of the division’s smaller schools, courses are cycled, that is taught every second year, due to a lack of resources, and in government calculations they are not withdrawn but counted as a zero instead. Lougheed felt it was important to present the information and explain that there is not a concern in the classroom to why the standings were so low. “Teachers are working extremely hard, I know what they’re doing with kids. This did not make sense to me,” said Lougheed. “The province of Alberta believes they want to show how every child that is at that grade level could or should
do on a PAT. They do not recognize the argument that Sean has just put in front of you,” Jacobs told the trustees. “They don’t care if students are not ready, they want a mark that represent what every child in this province should be able to do. Now, that philosophy is deeply flawed,” he added. A new testing system is being introduced, student learning assessment (SLA), which differs from PAT in the time of year it is written as well as its timeframe. PAT is a one-day test while SLA can be written over several days. Lougheed says with more students writing the test, provincial standings will better reflect the division’s marks.
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2005 FORD ESCAPE T0483B
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2011 DODGE CARAVAN SXT L0153A
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$
$
$
$
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2010 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT
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$
$
$
$
$
$
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2012 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT
2011 BUICK ENCLAVE CX AWD
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L0325
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L0090
24,910
26,910
27,910
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28,910
2010 FORD F350
L0398 - LARIAT KING RANCH NAV MOON ROOF
36,910
$
$
$
$
$
$
or $169 BW
or $199 BW
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2013 FORD F350
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$
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