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Stettler’s youngest firefighter, three-year-old Mason Proven, loses his hat as he crawls through a cardboard tunnel at Stettler’s Parent Link on Dec. 30.
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Located above the post office in downtown Stettler is a hidden treasure for parents and young children looking for fun activities and friend-making opportunities. The treasure is the free activity program known as Parent Link, which closed its 2014 year out with a “Messy Art” day where kids could paint with sparkles, sparkle-glue, markers and paints. The kids, however, were more interested in playing with the fabulous playsets and the costumes than working on the messy art, leaving parents to complete the projects as they drove around as firefighters and police officers, climbed moun-
tains, and crawled through deep, “dangerous” underground tunnels (also known as cardboard tubes). Vicki Callianteris was at the Messy Art day with her son, three-and-a-half year-old Mason Proven. Proven was determined to become everything he could be, starting out as a police officer, graduating to a firefighter, and closing off his career as a doctor. “Mason has been (here) two or three times now,” Callianteris said, explaining that her husband brought him by the first few times. “Now that we know about it, (we’ll be here more). We didn’t know about this at all.” According to Candice Magee, the parent link program assistant, it’s a common comment
from new guests at the play program. “We’ve been (above the post office) for six years and most people don’t even know we’re here,” she said. When parents find out, though, they tend to be longterm friends of the program, which offers free activities for parents and their toddlers. “Some days, I think the parents have more fun than the kids,” Magee said with a laugh. Tiffany Gopfrich was supervising her son, Liam, who was determined to become a master builder, building towers out of blocks. The four-year-old had to rebuild several times as firefighter Mason drove his car into the tower repeatedly. “We just found out about (parent link) recently ourselves,”
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Liam’s mom noted. The program has several different activities for January planned out, including the return of some regular programming and some unique opportunities. On Tuesdays between 10 a.m. and noon is Messy Art Tuesday, with Music and Movement following on Wednesday during the same time period. On Friday, again 10 a.m. to noon, is Mixed Up Fridays, featuring different themes. This Friday, Jan. 9, is bouncy day, where the upstairs toy area will be cleared out and bouncy houses inflated for kids to enjoy. Parent Link is found upstairs at the post office building. Access to the second floor is not through the doors leading to the post office, but by the doors by the outdoor message board.
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Cantus Choir performs delayed Christmas concert Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Stettler music lovers got a late dose of holiday cheer when the Cantus Choir presented its annual Christmas concert last weekend — about three weeks later than usual. The choir had scheduled its concert for Dec. 14, but had to postpone after director Gordon Moorlag slipped on the ice on his way to the gym, bruising his ribs and wrenching his knee. With their leader temporarily out of commission, the choir delayed the concert till the evening of Sunday, Jan. 4, when it was held at the Stettler Alliance Church, drawing an appreciative crowd of about 70 people. “People still came out four weeks later, so it’s good,” said Moorlag, explaining that the choir has developed “a dedicated audience” that knows what to expect from them. The concert went on with the same setlist that had been planned for December, ranging from hymns and Christmas standards to pop songs and an original composition by Moorlag. “It’s a bit of everything, which the choir likes, and I like, and the audience likes,” he explained. Neil Pinder served as the emcee for the evening, introducing the performances by the 18-member choir, and throwing in the occasional joke, like referring to Moorlag as a “benevolent dictator.” The choir opened with “Gratias Tibi Deus (Thanks
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Gordon Moorlag (top left) directs the Cantus Choir during a last-minute warm-up before its concert at Stettler Alliance Church on Sunday, Dec. 4. Be To God),” an original song written by Moorlag and developed around the Latin phrase. Other classical pieces featured included George Frederic Handel’s “Lascia Ch’io Pianga” and
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Joseph M. Martin’s “Morning of Promise.” Pop offerings included “Days of Wine and Roses” from the 1962 film of the same name, the Pretenders’ “I’ll Stand By You,” Gordon Lightfoot’s “Song for a Winter’s Night” and Michael W. Smith’s “All is Well.” The choir also performed the hymn “Precious Lord, Take My Hand,” as well as Christmas songs like “Born
in Bethlehem,” “The Huron Carol,” and “Gaudete,” dating back to the 16th century and repopularized by the folk group Steeleye Span in 1973. Close to half of the setlist was performed without instruments (a cappella); other songs were performed to recorded music, or with piano accompaniment by alto Betty Stokoe. Flautist Jenny Munholland accompanied the choir on “Song
of Mary.” After receiving a standing ovation, the choir concluded the concert with the encore “Deep Peace.” Moorlag said he was very pleased with the results, especially given that the choir had not had a full rehearsal since Dec. 7. They warmed up extensively prior to Sunday’s show, which served to “tweak the memory cells,” in Moorlag’s words. “We didn’t have to de-
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This window at William E. Hay Composite High School is but one of several damaged panes after a person decided to use the school as a target with an air rifle. The electronic sign in the school parking lot was also damaged.
RCMP seek public assistance in finding school vandals Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The Stettler RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in finding the person or persons responsible for vandalism to William E. Hay Composite High School over the Christmas holiday break.
During the break, the north windows of the high school office and the electric sign in the parking lot were used for target practice by someone using an air-rifle (bb gun or pellet gun). According to Const. Bill Lewadniuk, “there were a large number of pellet rounds shot on the property, and the school received a substantial
amount of damage.” RCMP noted an estimate for repairs hasn’t been completed at this time. If anyone has any information about this or any other crime, they’re encouraged to phone the Stettler RCMP detachment at 403-742-3382, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) if wishing to remain anonymous.
New Year’s Eve shattered by gunfire Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER The ‘pop pop pop’ people heard in Stettler shortly before 5 p.m. New Year’s eve wasn’t fireworks being set off early, but was instead gunfire, leaving one person seriously wounded and another on the lam. A 37-year-old Stettler man was airlifted by STARS to Foothills Hospital in Calgary with two nonlife-threatening gun-shot wounds, where he is now recovering from his serious injuries. RCMP identified the shooter as Darren James Bauer, 33, who was already being sought on a Canada-wide warrant for 12 offences, some of which were issued by RCMP in Vancouver, Rocky Mountain House and Red Deer. After the Dec. 31 shooting, a warrant was issued for attempted murder, as well. According to Stettler RCMP detachment com-
mander Sgt. Duncan Babchuk, Bauer and the victim were “chasing each other” through town before the chase led to a loud smashing collision on 58 Street and 50a Avenue, behind the hotel and Dairy Queen. There, Bauer shot the victim twice before fleeing the scene in a stolen blue Dodge quad-cab pick-up truck. Less than 24-hours later, though, Bauer was stopped by the Calgary Police Service in the truck, along with his girlfriend and kids. Though he was armed, he gave himself up peacefully and without incident. According to Babchuk, the investigation was handed to the Airdrie RCMP’s General Investigative Service (GIS) unit, otherwise known as a plainclothes unit, because of the outstanding Canada-wide warrants and because it was the nearest RCMP detachment to Calgary. The Calgary police handed off the case rather than deal with it
themselves because of the national aspect of the matters. At the time of arrest, Bauer was found to be in the possession of drugs and
firearms, including the firearm used in the shooting of the Stettler victim. Bauer next appears in provincial court in Red Deer on January 9.
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Couple offers up free Hawaii trip for Alberta’s giving-est person Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER Cody Borek considers himself a happy person, so as he went through a bookstore and saw a woman reading a “double dictionary thick” book on how to find happiness, he racked his brain for a way to help her find happiness. He couldn’t think of anything. At least, not until after he bought his books and found himself beside his brand-new vehicle in the parking lot. He and his wife, Eva, had just purchased it from Aspen Ford and it came with a free round-trip airfare for two to Hawaii with a five-day stay at a five-star hotel. It occurred to him that he didn’t really need a trip, so he broached the idea of giving it away with his wife, who came on board with the idea. The Boreks decided to give the trip away to someone in Alberta, a person nominated by others for their kind and giving nature. The person being nominated should be “a person who you feel lives as Christ would want them to live,” Borek said, but noted that religion won’t be a factor in picking a prize winner. Christ preached a message of being “loving, caring, forgiving, humble and selfless” people, Borek said. It’s those traits he’s looking for, not what god or faith people personally find faith in. “Do unto others as you would have done unto yourself,” Borek said. Before he could launch his giveaway, though, Borek had to get Aspen Ford on board. The trip, as given, was non-transferable, meaning Borek couldn’t actually give it away. After a
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July 9: Dreams turn to reality as skate park fans break ground On Friday, July 4, members of the Stettler Skate Park Committee joined Town of Stettler Mayor Dick Richards, skateboarders and parents in breaking ground at the new site. July 16: Fish-free weekend draws in families Several of the anglers had never lifted a fishing rod in their lives, but it didn’t stop them from taking advantage of the opportunity provided by the Kids Can Catch event held at West Stettler Park on Saturday, July 12. July 23: Alberta debt clock visits Stettler Every day, as Alberta’s debt climbs higher, Derek Fildebrandt sees his children’s future being eroded. Unwilling to be silent, he goes from town to town, bringing behind him the debt clock. Fildebrandt was in Stettler Tuesday, July 15, parked out front of the Town of Stettler office. July 30: Full house for RCMP musical ride On July 22, the Stettler Agricultural Society brought in the Musical Ride, which is touring Quebec and Alberta this year. Aug. 6: Jewel Theatre to lower curtain for final time The Jewel Theatre, located at the junction of 50 Avenue and 49 Street, is closing its doors on Aug. 15, as a result of a management decision to end the operation and sell the property. Aug. 13: Alberta Métis come together in annual meeting
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2014: A year in review continued from page 4 For the past five or so years, the school has been having recess before lunch, a project that lets kids run off some energy before eating. Sept. 10: Inaugural Boomtown Music Festival has strong start Ol’ MacDonald’s Resort north of Erskine was home this past weekend to the inaugural Boomtown Music Festival, a country-western/ bluegrass weekend of music performances. Sept. 17: Skating’s great at new Stettler park At three-and-a-half years old, Skyler Grams is just a beginner on the board, but he was as excited as anyone to try out Stettler’s new skate park. Skyler and his father, Chad, were part of the crowd of skaters that came by to check out the park at its unofficial opening in West Stettler Park on Saturday, Sept. 13. Sept. 24: A place of their own, at last First they got a new playground, and then they got to see their principal and viceprincipal get hit in the face with pies. Altogether, it was a great day for the 450 students of Stettler Elementary School. Oct. 1: A crack and a whack at Stettler PAC Stettler’s Kimberlee Stadelmann and the Accidental Humour Co. brought their latest creation to a hometown crowd last week at the Performing Arts Centre. Oct. 8: Food bank’s bare shelves filled to brim Sirens ringing and lights flashing, Stettler Regional Fire and Rescue prowled up and down Stettler’s streets collecting food for the annual fall food drive for the Stettler Food Bank. Oct. 15; Superintendent to review issues with Stettler schools The staff, students and parents of Stettler’s public schools will soon have the chance to have their say on the issues facing those schools and what could be done to address them. Oct. 22: Some pig! Principals pucker up in porcine prank Two staff members at Stettler Elementary School got up close and personal
with a young piglet last week to reward students for raising more than $15,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation. Oct. 29: Gala event kicks off $1-million campaign Each story was different, but the message was the same: it’s sometimes hard to appreciate what we’ve got until we really need it. The stories served to illustrate why a crowd of close to 200 had gathered for a gala event at the Stettler Community Hall on Saturday, Oct. 25. Nov. 5: Geddes family bringing movies back to town Stettler’s silver screen will soon be aglow once again, thanks to a local family that hopes to have the Jewel Theatre back up and running by the end of November. Nov. 12: Grade 11 class examines Canada at war The students’ projects were on display at William E. Hay Composite High School on Tuesday, Nov. 4, where they were viewed by their peers and other guests, including members of the local Royal Canadian Legion branch. Nov. 19: Taming the Dragons: Grade 2 Stettler student a hit on CBC-TV
show It took Mya Prehn mere minutes to win the hearts of the five investors on CBC’s Dragons’ Den. The seven-year-old Grade 2 student from Stettler — an entrepreneur in her spare time —became the youngest guest in the show’s history with her appearance, taped in March and aired on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Nov. 26: Kitchen fire closes Stettler restaurant The quick thinking of the owner of the White Goose Restaurant at the sight of smoke coming from the kitchen door saw firefighters on scene within minutes, likely saving the restaurant thousands of dollars in damages. Dec. 3: Festival of lights shines through cold, snowy weather When the heavy snow began to fall on Thursday, event organizers at Stettler’s annual Festival of Lights felt a twinge of worry — but despite the scary roads and cold weather, people still made it out to events on Thursday, Nov. 27. Dec. 10: Holiday checkstop raises more than $7K Members of the community opened their wallets
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Blessing turning into a curse This holiday season was marked by grim news occupying the print media headlines and top news on TV screens informing the audience of killings, stabbings, gun fights etc. The shooting incident in Stettler on New Year’s Eve was just a reminder that how fragile peaceful communities are because of the roaming criminal elements. It may not be very pleasant to know but, as the residents of this oil-rich province, we might want to be prepared for an extended wave of crime and violence in the weeks and months to come in a textbook case of how a blessing is transformed into a curse by the change of circumstances. What I have in mind is again, what else, the decline in the oil prices. As we entered the new year, the price of oil kept falling and many wise experts say the low prices are here to stay. We have yet to
hear officially any operation being suspended or shut down in the oil sands region, but the impact is already being felt with the news of at least partial layoffs in the Athabasca area. And that is where the biggest problem for our public safety is likely to emerge from. When one looks at the profile of the workforce manning the oil patch, it is easy to see many young people, many from outside the province, some of them being new immigrants, most of them single and without family responsibilities, some either high school or college dropouts, a majority of them without any additional skills that could make them employable in other sectors. And most of these young people, thanks to the relatively high wages paid by the oil companies, have developed expensive tastes and, one could assume, wasteful spending habits in the years they spent working
for the oil companies. Once they are laid off, it is safe to expect, at least some of them will be easy targets for recruitment by criminal gangs while others may jump on the opportunity voluntarily to be able to continue to put their hands on some big bucks so they can keep indulging in their spending habits. And there you have the makings of a new crime wave involving everything from drugs to human trafficking, theft to killings. We have already been receiving information of increased number of car thefts and robberies in the Red Deer area; while we have no definitive evidence to prove that the rise is directly linked to the increasing unemployment among the ranks of oil patch workforce, it would not be totally unreasonable to establish a link between the two trends. And one should not forget that the oil production in this prov-
ince is also supporting many other sectors from construction to transport to services. Once oil businesses go down, a lot of others will follow suit, thereby adding many more people to the ranks of those without a paycheck, potential recruits for or victims of crime. It is safe to bet that none of our provincial (or federal) politicians has ever thought of the potential harm that could come from any reversal of fortunes when they so enthusiastically jumped on the bandwagon of quick and easy money promised by oil. Our newly installed premier has already proven his recruitment skills by luring nine Wildrose MLAs to his own caucus. Shouldn’t we expect him to pull out a rabbit or two from his hat to find a solution to the unemployment problem by creating some recruitment miracles? – Mustafa Eric
Wildrose Party demise a serious loss for rural Alberta Property rights may now be Achilles heel Much commentary has been made about the loss of an effective opposition with the imploding of the Wildrose Party. Be that as it may, the demise of Wildrose is being most seriously felt in rural and small town Alberta. Its that part of the province that provided the party with most of its support and elected most of their MLAs. Many citizens in those areas were tired of always being taken for granted as “captive” PC party voters who had no political choice and could be conveniently ignored by the government. Voting Wildrose in past elections gave those voters new found power and sent a message to the PC government. But alas that voting power now seems fleeting as the Wildrose political momentum seems thwarted by the recent defections of many Wildrose MLAs to the governing PC party. There is a feeling of resignation with many voters, particularly in southern Alberta, that the PC government will now return to its “benign neglect” political strategy for rural areas. That approach will
almost be guaranteed if voters in those areas return to electing PC party MLAs in the next election. And who could blame the government for returning to that approach, with the crash in energy industry tax and royalty revenues, they have much bigger concerns to worry about – that’s just political reality. Part of the demise of Wildrose was due to an insightful political move by newly minted Premier Jim Prentice. Unlike the political brain trust that surrounded the previous Stelmach and Redford PC governments, he and his strategists figured out that the property rights issue was both the political club and the Achilles heel of the Wildrose Party policy platform. Even before the mass Wildrose defections he introduced Bill 1 as a step to deal with the most continuous issues caused by the government’s property and land stewardship legislation. Although some analysts have implied that Bill 1 merely pays lip service to any significant changes to the existing legislation and is mostly smoke and mirrors. One suspects that
Ahead of the heard WILL VERBOVEN had no Wildrose defections occurred and they stayed well ahead in the polls, the Premier would have introduced even more amending legislation to steal the property rights issue away from Wildrose. Perhaps some Wildrose MLAs suspected that was going to happen and saw the loss of that political stick as catastrophic. It would seem that was a political risk some were not willing to take. One may ponder as to where the property rights issue now stands. Defecting Wildrose MLAs claim that the Premier will be making further amendments more in line with Wildrose Party policy. From a cynical political perspective it would seem that the Prentice government doesn’t have to do
anything at all with the issue except to make idle promises during the election. With Bill 1 and the mass Wildrose defections they have politically neutered the issue. That will hurt the Wildrose Party the most with rural voters. A sure sign of the new reality would be the government dismantling the Alberta Property Rights Advocate office. That position was nothing more than a political pacifier to delude voters into thinking that government cared about their concerns with the issue. That office had a three year appointment and I expect it will soon conveniently disappear under the guise of general government cutbacks. That would be no loss, being it was a waste of tax payer dollars from the very beginning.
If the Wildrose Party wants to hang onto property rights as a major part of their policy platform for the next election they need to do a major revamping of their approach. Just stating that Wildrose would repeal all of the land and stewardship legislation is not enough as the PC government has somewhat thwarted that angle with Bill 1 even if it is a bit of a mirage. Wildrose would need a much more detailed property rights policy approach that voters can sink their teeth into - its an issue that needs some legislation - it can’t be wished away. What voters need is a real vision on the issue that makes them feel good and renews the support of the faithful. Maybe start by soliciting advice on the issue from major agricultural, commodity and rural organizations by meeting with their executive committees, followed up by public meetings in rural areas. If the Wildrose Party does not become more visible and proactive on the property rights issue they will surely lose control of it and they will likely disappear.
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All you could give me was this Bible? 2014 is history and 2015 lies before us; in fact a week is already gone! How should we approach the new year? Perhaps the following story will provide a helpful hint. A young man nearing graduation from college had admired a beautiful sports car in the showroom of a local car dealership. His father was wealthy, so he told him that the sports car was what he wanted for graduation. The young man watched for hints that his father might have purchased the car for him, but no visible sign appeared. On the day of his graduation his father called him into his office. He told him that he loved him and was pleased with his academic achievements. As he spoke, he simultaneously held out a beautifully wrapped gift box. Curious, confused and visibly disappointed, the young man opened the box and found a lovely, leather-bound Bible inside, with his name engraved in gold letters on the cover. Angrily, he shouted at his father, “With your wealth all you could give me was this Bible?” He tossed the Bible onto the corner of his father’s desk and stomped out. Years passed and the young man now had a successful business, a wonderful family and a beautiful home. However, it always bothered him how he had left his father and that he had not seen or talked with him since that graduation day. One day his father’s lawyer called him and told him that his father had
Faith & Reflection ROSS HELGETON 403-742-5020 • REVRH@TELUS.NET died and left everything to him. Arriving at his parent’s home, he went into his father’s office. To his surprise, the Bible still sat on the edge of the desk where he had dropped it years before. In tears, he opened the Bible and began to turn the pages. His father had carefully underlined Matthew 7:11 which says, “And if you, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more shall your Heavenly Father which is in Heaven, give to those who ask Him?” As he read those words, a car key dropped out from the back cover of the Bible. It had a tag identifying the sports car that he had so desired and a receipt with the date of his graduation, and the words “PAID IN FULL” on it. I would suggest that if you want to find, not only what you’re looking for in life, but also what you need for life, you might want to open your Bible during 2015. I’m reasonably certain that the keys for living, as well as the accounts paid in full, that you will find within its pages will astonish you. May your New Year be a blessed one!
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Library brimming with activity by Crystal Friars Stettler Public Library The staff has had our holiday cheer and now it is time to welcome in 2015 with a bang. The Stettler Public Library has some wonderful programs to keep your New Year’s resolution of visiting the library more often. Read and Rhyme is back after its Christmas break on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Kids between the ages up to 5, bring your big people and enjoy some songs, rhymes, stories and play. Tutoring Tuesdays is back from 5 to 8 p.m. to help with all those pesky homework questions. If you need help with a single concept or the whole subject has got you in knots, Tuesday is a night to come to the library for some help. Read and Rhyme at Botha School will be back on Thursday Jan. 15 at 10:30 a.m. (new time). It is the same great program as at the Stettler Public Library, just in a different location. Something Cool after School at Erskine School returns on Fridays at 2:30 p.m. It is a fun-filled hour of crafts, stories and so much more. Have you been wanting to join a book club,
but you don’t want to join when you haven’t read the book? Why not join our Readers’ Circle Book Club on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m.? It is the perfect time to join a new book club as we discuss our favorite reads from the past year. New members are always welcome. Duct tape is such a versatile tool for your creativity. So much so that we have designated a day to the stuff. Join us on
Saturday, Jan. 10 at 10:30 a.m. for Dazzling Duct Tape. Make duct tape wallets, bookmarks, and other awesome things at the library. This is for ages 7 and up. Also on Saturday, Jan. 10 starting at 1 p.m., it is Lacrosse Day at the library. Join us to learn more about the fastest game on two feet. continued on page 12
Our sweet Hailey is still looking for her forever home, after being in foster care for almost 2 years. Hailey has been with her current foster for a few months now and has been personality/ behaviour assessed. Hailey weighs about 60 lbs. and is a 2 year old Shepherd mix. Hailey is good with children of all ages - her foster family has three boys ages 3, 5 & 8! - and is great with other dogs and cats. Hailey has a more dominant personality and will need an owner with experience or she will show you who s boss! Hailey has excellent recall both on and off leash and is house/ kennel trained. Even though she loves going for walks and running outside, Hailey would not make a good outdoors only, farm/ acreage dog as she needs to be with people. Hailey is an extremely loyal, sweet and goofy girl. You will never meet a dog who is more loyal than she is. All she wants is to be with a family who will love her and she will love them back Hailey simply loves her people <3
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Truck route woes shared at council Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER A delegation of farmers from the County of Stettler came before the Stettler town council on Tuesday, Dec. 16 to plead for an examination of the new truck routes before it destroyed the viability of its seed cleaning plant. With the new changes to the truck route, farmers coming in from certain directions now have to circle through the town before reaching the plant, instead of being
able to head directly to it as before. As the group, which consisted of county councillor Dave Grover, farmer Bob Anderson and two others, prepared to begin their presentation, town Mayor Dick Richards explained to them that the delegation process did not mean there would be a solution to their issues at the meeting, but instead it could result in town staff being directed to look at the problem to find solutions. Then, citing an unspecified conflict of interest, Richards recused himself, and Deputy Mayor Al Campbell
took the mayor’s seat. The delegation explained the seed cleaning plant is run as a co-operative, and for the past several years had just scraped by. In the last year or two, though, it has managed to turn enough profit that the cooperative has been able to integrate some upgrades to the site. The concern expressed by the delegation is that the extra few miles through town on the truck route, especially with existing construction, will send farmers to seed cleaning plants in nearby communities like Bashaw or Coronation. When council pointed out that the trips to Coronation or Bashaw were longer than the additional twists on the Stettler truck route, Anderson and Grover explained that the drive to those plants was still a straight one, not requiring farmers to go through crowded town streets or deal with tight turns against oncoming traffic. Even if the stretch of road that was once a truck route wasn’t re-established as a truck route, if farmers with a destination of the plant could use the road, the cooperative would appreciate it, Anderson
noted. He also pointed out that the homes on the former truck route purchased the homes knowing the property was on truck routes, so to have the change to the route made potentially due to complaints was disconcerting. Anderson concluded his presentation with a warning for council. “If we lose this, we’ll never get it back,” he told council. “It’ll never happen again.” He noted that if the plant closes, the farmers that would be heading into Stettler to do business would be having to go elsewhere, which means less support for other facets of the town’s economy. Council heard out the party, at times inquiring about the current truck route and issues with the turns. Grover pointed out several turns against traffic where there were no slip-around or turning lanes, and where the turns were uncomfortably tight for bigger trucks that would be transporting the seed. Council decided to send the matter to staff for examination, but as warned by the mayor, no decision was made.
Stettler has the best Christmas spirit Dear Editor, Throughout the month of December, we ran a special draw in our store for a $500 Shopping Spree. On Dec. 23, we had a wonderful surprise when we contacted the winner. She asked us to re-gift her grand prize to
a family that was more in need than her own. What a great way to celebrate Christmas. We quickly made some enquiries, and found a family that would benefit from this generous gift. The original winner needs to know
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Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Stettler’s Bantam girls hockey team rang in the New Year with a 6-3 win over the Leduc Ritchie Bros. Bantam female Roughnecks. The home game, held on Sunday, Jan. 4, saw the Stettler girls pull ahead in the second period with two consecutive goals by Jamie Lee Spady. Spady scored a total of three goals in Sunday’s game. Kacee Ward, Madison Kuefler and Chelsey Devloo also scored. In other girls’ hockey, the female Atom team visited Innisfail to face the ATB Flyers on Jan. 3, shutting them out 3-0. Paige Simpson, Gabby Heck and Charlee Resch scored. The next day, they travelled to play the Sundre Atom B Huskies, again winning 3-0. Ashley Lang scored twice and Gabby Heck scored once, with all three goals scored in the third period. The Peewee girls visited the Four Nations Arena to play the Maskwacis Peewee female Hawks on Jan. 4, winning 9-0. Brooke Laisnez scored six goals, while Brittany Anderson, Mikayla Macey and Taylor Kobi scored the remaining three. On Jan. 3, the Stettler OK Tire Midget Storm visited the Endmoor Vipers, winning 6-1. Kierra Scollo and Grace Chapman each scored twice, while Geri Slemp and Ashley Sharpe scored one goal each. Atom hockey Stettler’s Atom A team hosted Wainwright Atom A on Jan. 2, squeaking in a 5-4 win. Scoring for the home team were Quinton Hansel (twice), Devon Kerik, Skylar Hymers and Riley Turre. The next day they visited Rimbey
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to play the Atom A team, losing 5-1. Bret Hymers scored the lone goal for Stettler. On Jan. 4 they travelled to face the Red Deer Sheraton team, losing 8-4. Quinton Hansel scored twice while Brady Petersen and Carter Zuk each contributed one goal. The Atom B and Atom C team had no scheduled games this past week. Peewee hockey The Peewee A team defeated the Lacombe Peewee A Rockets 5-0 at the Clive Arena on Jan. 3. Scoring for Stettler were Shay Anderson, Clay Kneeland, Noah Duff, Andrew Chapman and Marcus Laisnez. A Peewee B game against the Lacombe Peewee B1 Rockets on Jan. 2 was postponed. The next day, the team visited the Bentley Peewee Canucks, winning 7-2. Ty Dowling and Brier Devnich scored two goals each, while Colton Ansorger, Billy Praski and Nicholas Deaver scored one point apiece. Bantam hockey Stettler’s Bantam B team visited the Blackfalds Bulldogs bantam team on Jan. 3, winning 8-4. Isaac Lee scored three times, Riley Cornelssen scored twice, and Beau Cooper, Reese Smith and Kolby Ringdahl each scored once. The next day they visited the Hardisty Hughenden Bantam Jets, winning 4-3. Riley Warner, Delaney Anderson, Isaac Lee and Riley Cornelssen each scored for Stettler. The Bantam A team had no games scheduled this past week. Midget hockey Stettler’s Midget boys teams had no regular season games scheduled this past week.
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Chase Anderson (10) of the Stettler novice white team shoots during a tournament game against the Cochrane Flyers on Saturday, Jan. 3. The Stettler team won the game 12-6.
Novice teams face off for the fun of it Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER Twelve Novice hockey teams faced off in a fun tournament held at the Stettler Recreation Centre on Saturday, Jan. 3 and Sunday, Jan. 4. The tournament featured all four Stettler Storm Novice teams — white, black, blue and yellow — as well as the Blackfalds Bulldogs, Bow Valley Flames, Cochrane Flyers, Endmoor Thunder, Forestburg Thunderstars, Kneehill Chiefs, Mayerthorpe Mustangs and Red Deer Little Caesars. While the scores were kept in each game, nov-
ice director CJ Oprea explained that no winners were declared at the end of the tournament, as it was intended simply as a fun event to give the kids lots of time on the ice. “Some of the kids got their first goal,” she said, adding that each team got to play three games over the weekend. After each game, “Heart and Hustle” awards were presented to one player on each team, and a “Freezie shootout” was also held on the ice. The Stettler Minor Hockey Association has a total of 58 children enrolled in Novice hockey this year, divided over four teams.
Lightning lose 5-2 to Cubs in first game of 2015 Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER
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Krysta Froese (4) of the Stettler Bantam girls team shoots during a home game against the Leduc Ritchie Bros. Roughnecks on Sunday, Jan. 4.
Despite coach Doug Smith’s hopes to the contrary, the Stettler Lightning’s first game of the new year did not kick off a new streak for the team. The team began 2015 with a visit to the Medicine Hat Kinplex on Sunday, Jan. 4, losing 5-2 to the Medicine Hat Cubs. Smith said the team’s performance had good and bad sides, but acknowledged they were
struggling with “a little bit of rust in there.” “I think we moved the puck up well last night,” he added. “Our power play was terrific.” The team suffered with a slow start on Sunday, as the Cubs shut them out 3-0 in the first period. Smith said the team was light on the puck and slow to react. However, the Lightning showed a marked improvement in the second period. The defense blocked the Cubs completely and DJ Kistner scored an
unassisted goal two minutes in. Smith said the team played “really, really well” in that period but added they missed some clear opportunities to score. The third period, he said, was “back and forth,” as Medicine Hat racked up two more goals. Jake Schwarzenberger scored a power play goal for Stettler, assisted by Mark Dietz and Scott Ternes, with a minute and a half remaining, bringing the final score to 5-2 in the Cubs’ favour. continued on page 10
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Oil Kings suffer narrow losses to Satellites Joel van der Veen INDEPENDENT REPORTER After back-to-back losses to the Tofield Satellites this past weekend, the Big Valley Oil Kings will look for some “redemption” next time around, according to general manager Dustin Edwards. The Oil Kings hosted the league-leading Satellites on Saturday, Jan. 3, losing 2-1. The teams faced off again in Big Valley the following day, with Tofield winning 6-4. Edwards said the Kings couldn’t overcome the Satellites’ strengths, including their defense during penalty kills and their power play performance. “Their specialties really outdid ours,” he said. “I didn’t think they were that strong . . . We had a pretty full roster this weekend.” Satellites 2 Oil Kings 1 On Saturday’s game, both teams were held scoreless through the first period. Big Valley was first to score in the second period with a single goal by Luke Boyer. Tofield turned the tables near the midpoint of the third period with two consecutive goals, the second a power play goal, and Big Valley was unable to recover, losing 2-1. Satellites 6 Oil Kings 4 In Sunday’s game, Big Valley was again first to score, as
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Ben Starbuck (20) of the Big Valley Oil Kings heads for the net during a home game against the Tofield Satellites on Saturday, Jan. 3. Luke Boyer and Wyat Haustein each scored within the first 10 minutes. A goal by Tofield brought the score to 2-1 at the close of period one. Tofield came out in full force in the second period, scoring three consecutive goals and shutting out Big Valley. The Satellites scored again to open period three, giving them a commanding 5-2 lead, but the Oil Kings followed that up with a goal of their own, courtesy of Matt Kinnunen. Pat Turville scored for Big Valley in the final minute, bringing them within spitting distance, but ultimately they could not bridge the gap. An empty-net goal for Tofield with eight seconds on the clock gave the visiting team a 6-4 victory.
“We were all over (the goalie) and we just couldn’t get that last goal to tie her up,” said Edwards. The two losses give Big Valley a 3-4-0-2 record so far this season, putting them fourth out of five teams in the Battle River Hockey League. The Oil Kings will host the Daysland Northstars on Friday, Jan. 9, followed by an away game against Tofield on Saturday, Jan. 10. Edwards also noted that Saturday will mark the signing deadline for senior hockey teams, adding that the team is actively working to “recruit and sign a top-six forward by the weekend.”
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to “focus on one game at a time.” Several players were missing on Sunday owing to illness or injury, but Smith noted that forward Michael Neumeier has returned to the ice after suffering a concussion.
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Visited by Christmas Elf Linda Stillinger BIG VALLEY BULLETIN Happy New Year! Christmas has come and gone and once again I have been reminded of how very fortunate we are to live in a community where the people care so much about their village and their neighbours. During our eight years of residency in this amazing little village, my daughter and I have often found ourselves on the receiving end of “random acts of kindness.” From “snow angels” who anonymously do away with the snow from our front walk to the ladies who so faithfully deliver their delicious home baked goodies every year just before Christmas to the amazing handmade gifts we have been so privileged to receive, the spirit of caring and sharing that defines this community continues to amaze me. This year the “Christmas Elf” visited our home again. On the weekend before Christmas, we awoke to find four, very large, wonderfully wrapped boxes sitting on our back stoop. Bringing them into the house, we were astounded to discover a fully cooked, and still warm Christmas dinner. Containers overflowed with
turkey, dressing, gravy, fresh baked buns, handmade chocolates, blueberry cheesecake…each box opened to reveal amazing, mouthwatering goodies from the main course to desert, even beverages, much too numerous to list. We could have set our table and hosted a dinner for 10 hungry people. Included with this banquet were little notes with descriptions of recipes and words of encouragement for the Christmas season. Why we have been chosen to be the recipients of these marvelous gifts can only be attributed to the kind and generous hearts of the wonderful people of this community. There are no words to adequately express our heartfelt appreciation to our “Christmas Elf” for this marvelous feast. Big Valley is certainly a very special place filled with some amazing people and we feel incredibly privileged to be part of this astonishing little community. Seven players braved the frigid temperatures this past Sunday to come to the first Big Valley Inn Crib tournament of 2015. First place went to Stan Nattestad, second to Teresa Greig, third to Dorothy Annabel while Gloria Emblau took home the
booby. Dorothy Annabel won the regular draw and Caroline Pound won the 50/50. The next crib tournament will be next Sunday, Jan. 11. New comers as well as the regulars are always welcome to play. Crib starts at 1:00 p.m. The first Legion meeting for 2015 will be on Monday, Jan. 12 at the Big Valley Legion Hall beginning at 2:00 p.m. January birthday greetings go out to Takaleah Daychief – 1, Ross Annable – 1, Nicole Zoller – 1, Tom Fraser – 3, Jim Brenchley – 4, Marj Olive-Kilpatrick – 5, Lawrence Wilkie – 6, Art Tizzard – 8, Ariane Jensen – 8, Danny Webster – 11, Owen Jake Stewart – 11, Marguarite Kerbes – 12, Mike Noon-Ward – 12, Indianna Soboleski – 13, Don Saar – 15, Rod Miller – 17, Bill Kirtley Jr. – 17, Keelan Stefanik – 17, Reece Stefanik – 17, Thomas Cassidy Jr. – 17, Micah Toews – 19, Curt Watts – 22, Marian Rinehart – 25, Katherine Stillinger-Winegarden – 26, John Bolton – 26, Chad Kirtley – 27, Chase Skocdopole – 28, Austin Daychief – 28, Brady Duncan – 28, Ann Tizzard – 30, Devon Boulding – 31, Aaron Stewart – 31, and Adam Stewart – 31.
Council needs more parent attendance Pat Kelm ERSKINE ENQUIRER We certainly started off the new year with one of those January cold spells. Hopefully it will return to what they call ``normal`` temps soon. The Tailcreek Snowbirds raised $800, which they are donating to Bar Harbour Camp. It’s not too late to donate if you want to. This can be done at the Erskine Post Office. School is back in after a nice long time off. I’m sure the teachers were appreciative of the time off as well as the students. Jan. 9 is Switch a Shoe Dress Up Day when you can exchange a shoe with a friend. Jan. 16 is Crazy Hair Dress up Day. The parent council will hold their January meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 5 p.m. They are really in need of more parents to attend. The knitting club will hold their monthly meeting
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on Saturday, Jan. 17 at the seniors’ centre from l to 5 p.m. Don’t bring your knitting machines, but instead bring unfinished projects. They will be going out for supper after the meeting, the place to be decided at the meeting. Coming up in February will be the Family Day Funspiel on Monday, Feb. 16. Bring the whole family for a day of curling, games and prizes. You can call the Curling Rink at 742-5073 to register a rink. The Erskine Recreation Board will be hosting a Skating Party on Friday, Feb. 13. This is a fam-
ily event and will include skating, music, camp fire, hot dogs and hot chocolate. This is a fun time, so don’t forget to mark your calendars and bring out the family. The fun begins at 7 p.m. Don’t forget crib playing at the seniors’ centre on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. You don’t have to be a senior to come and enjoy card playing. To book the Waverly Club Rooms or the seniors’ centre, you can call me at 403-742-0604 or 403-7424561 or call those numbers if you have any news you would like put in the Stettler Independent.
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Many visits over holiday season Rose Koenraadt and Dorothy Anderson HALKIRK HERALD Peggy and Terry Vockeroth returned home from a visit with son Scott and Emily and their children Annika and Lyra for Christmas. Mike Neilson was home visiting with mom, Anne Neilson and Bert and Cindy Neison and family. Paul and Jacquie Dietrich returned home from a 10-day Caribbean cruise, which the children got them for their 30 year anniversary. Mel and Dale Kent visited with Mel’s family at her brother’s in Ardrossan, all
Mel’s siblings were there except two of them. Mel and Dale continued on to Greg and Laura’s in Lloydminister. Dale Berry visited with his daughters Christie Ruddell and Ellyn Schaffner and their families. Carlie and Aaron Stewart along with children Brooklynn and Cassidy and Keith Stewart were visitors with Mary Stewart. Brad and Erica Engel hosted supper for the family. Don and Kjerene, Doris and Dennis, Diane and Wayne and their families. Brad and Erica live in Leduc. Coming up is Bingo on Jan 8, Feb 7, Elks fish fry.
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Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP).‡‡ Until February 2, 2015, receive $500/ $750/ $1,000/ $1,250/$2,000/ $2,500/ $2,750 /$4,000/ $5,000/ $5,500/ $5,750/ $6,000/ $6,250/ $6,750/ $7,000/ $7,500/ $8,000/ $8,500/ $9,000/ $10,000/ $12,000/ $13,000 in Year End Clearout Cash (Delivery Allowances) with the purchase or lease of a new 2015 Fusion (excluding Hybrid)/ 2014 Focus BEV and 2015 Explorer, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 (Value Leader)/ 2014 Focus (excluding S-Manual and BEV) and 2015 Taurus (excluding SE), Expedition, Transit Connect/ 2015 CMAX/ 2015 E-Series Cutaway, Transit, F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs/ 2014 Focus S Manual, Edge, Mustang Shelby GT500/ 2014 F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 (Value Leader)/ 2015 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2)/ 2014 Fiesta and 2015 F-150 SuperCab and SuperCrew / 2014 Taurus SE, Explorer, Escape, F-150 SuperCrew 4x4 XLT 300A, F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs / 2014 Mustang V6 Coupe /2014 Fusion, Flex, F-150 SuperCrew 4x2 5.0L and 4x4/ 2014 Transit Connect/ 2014 E-Series/ 2015 F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Gas engine/ 2014 CMAX, Taurus (excluding SE) / 2014 Mustang V6 Premium/ 2014 Expedition and 2015 F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Diesel engine/ 2014 Mustang GT (excluding GT500)/ 2014 F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Gas engine /2014 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2), F-250 to F-450 (excluding Chassis Cabs) Diesel Engine/ 2014 F-150 SuperCab -- all stripped chassis, cutaway body, F-150 Raptor and Medium Truck models excluded. 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All purchase finance offers include freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. ^^^ Between January 3, 2015 and February 2, 2015, offer available on approved credit from Ford Credit on vehicles offering 0% APR purchase financing term contracts (2014 Ford Edge, 2015 Mustang, Flex, and Escape models for up to 60 months, and 2014 Focus, F-150 Super Crew 4x4, F-150 Super Crew 4x2 5.0L, 2015 Fiesta and Fusion models for up to 72 months). “Do not pay for 90 days” for monthly payment structures and “do not pay for 74 days” for bi-weekly payment structured. First month’s payment will be due, and monthly term payments will commence, 90 days after the contract date. 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Receive $500 towards 2014: Focus (excluding S and BEV), Edge, Flex, F-150 Super Crew 4x4, F-150 Super Crew 4x2 5.0L; and any 2015 models (excluding Focus, Fiesta, and Mustang Shelby GT500) - all stripped chassis, cutaway body, Raptor, and Medium Truck models excluded (each an “Eligible Model”) when you the purchase or lease and take delivery of the Eligible Model. Limit one (1) incentive redemption per Eligible Model sale. Offer is not raincheckable.‡F-Series is the best-selling pickup truck in Canada for 48 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association statistical sales report up to 2013 and R. L. Polk vehicle registrations data up to August 2014.©2014 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2014 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved. Available in most new Ford vehicles with 6-month pre-paid subscription
Library news continued from page 7 At 1 p.m., join us for a stick tying workshop with Dave Westwood and we’ll learn about the history of lacrosse and the rules of the game. We love the willy nilly silly old bear here at the Stettler Public Library and because of that Tuesday, Jan. 13 is Winnie the Pooh Day from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Read Winnie the Pooh books and make headbands, popcorn boxes, and honey popcorn. Did you get a new gadget for Christmas? If you need help with it, drop by the library on Thursday Jan. 15 at 1 p.m. for Tech Time for Seniors. Our teen book club Spine Crackers discusses “Going Bovine” by Libba Bray on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 5:30 p.m. There are always snacks and copies of the book are available at the Library. On Thursday, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. is Chicks with Sticks. Starting a new project for the new year? Join us at the library to work on your knitting, crocheting, sewing, or whatever else you have on the go! We are pleased to present Kids and Cash on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 10:30 a.m. Presented in conjunction with East Parkland Community Futures, this is a one-hour workshop for children ages 58 in which we ask: What is money? How do you make it? What can you do with it? Provide your kids with the vocabulary and tools necessary to make financial choices. You must pre-register at the library by calling 403742-2292. There is a lot more happening in the month of January, but I have run out of room. Keep an eye out for additional activities on our website (spl. prl.ab.ca) and on our Facebook page!
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announcements Obituaries KOWALCHUK William (Bill) Feb.13, 1924-Jan. 1, 2015 It is with great sadness that we must announce the passing of Bill Kowalchuk on January 1, 2015 at Three Hills, Alberta. Bill was born on February 13, 1924 in Ostrania, Ukraine. When he was five years old, he came to Canada with his mother, Mary, and sisters, Annie, Lena and Helen. His father, George, had come over the year before. They settled in the Athabasca area for several years. In the 1940’s, Bill moved to Rumsey with his family. On October 29, 1952, he married the love of his life, Jeanette Uttley, and they shared 62 wonderful years together. He loved being a farmer and being able to raise his family on the farm. His favorite times were when he got together with his family and friends. Bill was very active in the Rumsey community. He was one of the original members of the Rowley Grazing Association and he was involved with the UFA, 4H and Ag Society in Rumsey. He was a lifetime member of the Big Valley Elks. He liked to play ball and go curling. In his later years he took up golfing which he really loved. He was a member of the Trochu Golf Club for over thirty years. In 2000, Bill and Jeanette moved to Trochu. They were members of the Drop In where Bill enjoyed playing cards and visiting with his friends. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Jeanette, and his five chidren, Dorothy Gwynn, Bill (Becky) Kowalchuk, Marilyn (Harold) Kenzler, Kathy MacDermid (Gordan Friedley) and John (Paula) Kowalchuk, grandchildren, Heather, Erin, Lindsey (Travis), Travis, Jared,Ryan (Kelly), Daniel (Julia), David (Christine), Brandin (Stephanie), Amanda, Jayden, Kassidy and Kaley, great grandchildren Hayden, Alina, Bronson, Claire, Jack, Carson and Devin. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Mary Kowalchuk, his sisters, Annie Kapel, Lena Kashuba and Helen Kowalchuk, and his grandchildren, Brent Kenzler and Katherine, Christopher and Morgan Gwynn. The Funeral will be held on January 10th, 2015 at the Trochu Community Hall at 2 pm, a private family graveside service will be held at the Rumsey Cemetery prior to the funeral service in Trochu. Memorial donations may be made to the Trochu Seniors Drop In. Prairie Winds Funeral Home of Trochu is in charge of the arrangements.
Card Of Thanks KOSLOSKI The family of Mary Kosloski would like to thank everyone for the food, flowers, cards, phone calls and prayers during our time of loss. Also special thanks to Extended Care at Heritage House in Stettler for their excellent care of Mary. We appreciate all your loving kindness. Joyce and Dan Silbernagel Faye and Clair Pisko
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BAUER, Victor John July 20, 1923 - Dec. 30, 2014 Victor John Bauer passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at the age of 91 years. Victor is lovingly remembered by his family and all of his friends. A memorial service will be held at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel & Crematorium on Monday, January 12, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations in Victor’s memory can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #202 5913 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 4C4. Condolences may be made by visiting: www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca Wilson’s Funeral Chapel & Crematorium serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe & Rimbey in charge of arrangements. Phone: 403.782.3366 or 403.843.3388 “A Caring Family, Caring for Families”
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Hill William (Bill) Bill Hill passed away peacefully at the age of 91 in the Wetaskiwin hospital on December 27, 2014. Bill was predeceased by his wife Dorothy, son Roger, daughter Zanna, sister May and brother David. Left to morn is his twin sister Nan in England, sister Charlotte in Australia, sister-in-law Grace in England, son Barry (Colleen) Hill, daughter-inlaw Lorraine Hill of Calgary, son David (Brandy) Hill of Ridgetown, ON, son Andrew Hill, daughter Suzette Parker of Breton, close friend Carolyn Benoit of Wetaskiwin, 15 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Bill was born in Colinton, Scotland and immigrated with his wife and four boys to Canada in May of 1957 where he worked a short time for farmers then as a heavy duty mechanic. Bill was a fiery little Scotsman that never let too much grass grow under his feet as he moved often working for different companies. On Bill’s request there will be no funeral. The family will have a get together at a later date. His ashes will be returned to Scotland sometime in the future.
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Busy Beaver Daycare has openings for a Full Time & a Part Time Childcare Provider. We are looking for a caring individual who has an understanding of child development and loves working with children. All caregivers are required to have level one training, training can be obtained while you work at the center. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a level one, level two or level three in Early Childhood Development. Please forward resumes to: Busy Beaver Daycare Box 952 Castor, Alberta T0C 0X0 or Fax to 403-882-4143
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Campus Alberta Central has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Administrative Assistant to work 2 days per week with the possibility of additional hours in peak periods. The position is located at our Stettler Campus. To become part of this dynamic team, please forward a resume quoting competition #14156A by January 16, 2015. For further information on these or other employment opportunities, please visit our website at www.oldscollege.ca/employment
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Allied Fabrication is a young aggressive company looking for like-minded Allied is pleased to announce the opening of our new manufacturing facility in northeast individuals to join our team. If you enjoy a fast paced, positive work environment, Stettler. With our team’s safety, efficiency and success in mind it is well tooled with pride yourself on having an eye for details, a strong work ethic, and consider overhead bridge and station cranes, a separate paint bay, and comfortable lunch and yurself reliable please send your resume. Allied manufactures oil & gas production coffee area just to name a few. All of course in addition to an advanced HVAC system and equipment from our facility in Stettler, AB. We are quickly gaining a reputation as a bright, open workspaces. high quality, dependable, competitive supplier. We are now accepting resumes for: We are now accepting resumes for:
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Are you interested in pursuing an exciting career with Petrofield Industries at our Tornado Hydovac Trucks manufacturing production facility? We are centrally located in the family friendly community of Stettler, Alberta. We currently have an openings for: Service and Parts Manager Quality Assurance Team Leader Finisher Product Testing Assistant Purchaser Industrial Painters/Helpers Welders Helper General Labourers Construction Workers Our Company has a enthusiastic fast paced working environment, with advancement opportunities. Wage would be commensurate with experience/skills. For more information about these positions and our company, check out our website www. tornadotrucks.com. Resumes can be emailed to hr@petrofield.com or faxed to 403-742-5544.
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• Heavy Equipment Technicians (Apprentice or Journeyman) 12345 • Positions available in the shop and field • Resident position available in Bonnyville, Edson, Hinton. Apply online at www.brandtjobs.com. Enter “Edmonton” into the search field on the Job Opportunities page. Find out more about our exciting career opportunities at www.brandtjobs.com or by calling 306-791-8923. Brandt Tractor is the world’s largest privately held John Deere Construction and Forestry Equipment dealer and a Platinum member of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program.
Canadian Tire Stettler
Automotive Technician required We are looking for a Licensed Automotive Mechanic for our fast paced 3 bay Service Centre. The Licensed Automotive Technician plays a key role on the automotive service team. Working in a busy Service Centre, with state-of-the-art equipment and modern technical training, the technician’s ability to combine automotive expertise with good customer relations skills contribute to making Canadian Tire the most recognized leader in the automotive service industry. Suitable candidates will possess proven problem solving abilities, ability to take instruction, safe working practices and a passion for all aspects of the automotive trade. Minimum requirements are: - Energetic with strong work ethic - Red Seal Interprovincial license. - Valid driver’s license. - 2 years’ experience as a technician. This job brings with it a higher than average hourly rate (Up to $38) for experienced technicians, with beneÅts. If you are interested in this position and would like to join our team, please contact Allen Plant by phone at (403) 742-8319 ext 222 or 1-416-988-9809
FOR fast results: Classified Want Ads. Phone 1-877223-3311.
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Welcome to Trail Appliances, a family owned and operated company since 1974! Trail Appliances is one of the leading independent appliance retailers in Western Canada, We have an immediate opening for a full-time Plumber to work within Red Deer and surrounding areas based out of our location at 2823 Bremner Avenue.
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The Company is always looking for people who want opportunities to grow, take initiative and work well within a team environment. You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an aptitude for time management. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career as a Plumber, please submit your resume including cover letter and salary expectation to: reddeerjobs@ trail-appliances.com or by fax at (403) 342-7168. Security clearances will be conducted on successful applicants. We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Truckers/ Drivers
Misc. Help
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SWAMPERS F/T needed immediately for a fast growing waste & recycling company. Heavy lifting involved (driver’s helper) position. Reliability essential. Own transportation required. Please email resumes to canpak@xplornet.ca
Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990
5005-48 Street, Stettler is looking for a
SUPERVISOR
Wage based on experience/availability
We thank all candidates who submit applications, but will only contact those selected for interviews.
Visit our website www.Troyer.ca Business Opportunities
Auctions
Business for Sale! RAINBOW PHOTO LAB Be Your Own Boss! at an established business 4938 - 50 Street, Stettler Please inquire within or phone 403-742-1666 or 403-742-7715
880
Please send resume to rsilva2649@gmail.com Phone 403-742-2631
Firewood
The successful applicant must be self-managing, have strong organization skills, customer service experience and be capable of managing the overall performance of all operations. Golf experience is not necessary, but would be a considerable asset.
Dried, Shedded, on Pallets Pine & Tamarack Wood Pick up in yard or UFA Bulk Fuel Delivery Available Volume Discounts.
403-876-2422 Distributor for
Blaze King Stoves 403-740-3285 403-742-2647
Please email your cover letter with resume to both bashawgolfclub@hotmail.ca and to the President of the Board djonespfd26@hotmail.com no later than Friday, January 2, 2015.
Serving Stettler for 10 years
SEASONED SPLIT FIREWOOD 4.5 kms. West of Stettler Call 403-323-0744
To see more details about our club please visit our website at www.bashawgolf.com.
Add this feature to your next career ad booking
Then please forward your resume with current references to : jim@oktirestettler.com Fax to 403-742-1557, or drop of 4809 - 44 Avenue, Stettler, Alberta
has an immediate opening for the newly created posiƟon of
Manager – Producer RelaƟons and Field Procurement Based in Central/Southern Alberta the successful candidate will be willing to spend considerable Ɵme on the road developing relaƟonships, and uƟlizing their lamb and ag-business knowledge and experience to execute on the business requirements of the posiƟon. Salary and other terms of employment are negoƟable and include beneĮts. For a more in depth descripƟon of the opportunity go to our website at www.sungoldmeats.com under the careers tab. Provide your cover leƩer and resume to Dwayne Beaton, CEO by January 26, 2015 by: Email: dwayne.beaton@sungoldmeats.com Fax: (403) 227-1661
Mail: 4312 – 51 Street Innisfail, AB T4G 1A3
880
Misc. Help
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If you – Are a team player – Have a willingness to learn – Have a current drivers licence – Capable of working in a physically demanding job
SunGold Specialty Meats Ltd.
403-742-2395
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Farm Equipment
2010
Let us amplify your message!
If you HONESTLY believe you have what it takes to be part of our team we would like to hear from you. We offer the best wages in the industry, group benefits, and a great team environment.
LAMB INDUSTRY CAREER OPPORTUNITY
1660
SPLIT FIREWOOD
The club is prepared to offer a competitive compensation package in accordance with previous experience and education.
We thank everyone in advance for their interest in this opportunity. Please be aware that only the short listed candidates will be contacted for further consideration for this position.
Shop Stettler & Save!
www.bigstrapperauctions.net
for our 9 hole course that includes a newly renovated clubhouse and seasonal/day use campground.
OK Tire Stettler is currently accepting applications for a tire technician.
WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: 8.5 X 11
1530 $48/case
AUCTION Sales Wed. @ 6 pm. Antique sales 1st. Sun. of the month @ 1 pm. Feb. 1 Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A WE BUY FOR CASH. 403-304-4791 Check website for full listings
GENERAL MANAGER Owner Retiring
Misc. Help
$13.75 Per Hour
Bashaw Golf and Country Club in Central Alberta requires a
870
1800
10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
Apply online with resume and driver’s abstract at www.troyer.ca/employment or email careers@troyer.ca
860
CLASS 3 DRIVERS w/airbrake endorsement needed immed. for waste & recycling automated & roll off trucks. Email resume with a min. of 2 references to: canpak@xplornet.ca
Stettler Bottle Depot
Full Time/Part Time/Shift Work/Early Morning/Weekend Some high school education
The installation and service of water purification products Installation of dishwashers, water softeners, fridge water lines, water heaters and humidification products.
Medical & Dental benefit Program Flex days Stat holidays off Paid vacation time Employee & Family Assistance Program Referral Incentives Employee discounts Paid overtime
Springbank Service Station’s
Class 1 Driver
The Company provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit program including such things as: *
Office Supplies
This is an exceptional employment opportunity for a professional, self-motivated individual willing to work in a fast paced12345 environment where multi-tasking and teamwork are essential. Candidates possessing tank truck Super-B driving experience will be given additional consideration. Compensation package includes excellent wages and benefits.
The main duties of this position include, but are not limited to: *
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Misc. Help
Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned, energy services company serving Western Canada and is now accepting applications at our Edmonton office for the following position: JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER
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Independent CLASSIFIEDS
Call for more details 1-800-282-6903 ext 235 Farm Equipment
2010
Squeezthee MOST out of your advertising dollars Place your ad in this newspaper and12345 province wide $ with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...
995 plus GST/HST
FLEXI-COIL 6000 AIR DRILL, 40’, 3450 TBH tank, double shoot, 7.5” spacing, rubber packer wheels. All new discs, bearings, air hoses. Shedded & unused for 3 seasons. $60,000 obo. 403-784-3633 or 403-304-2266
Livestock
2100
SHORTHORN bulls for sale, reds, roans and whites. Semen tested and delivery within 100 miles. www.prospecthillshorthorns.com Les & Shelley Peterson, 780-877-2444.
Pasture/Land Wanted
2180
Wanted: Pasture to rent for 2015 & beyond. Call 403-741-2099.
Value Ad Network
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For Rent #3000 - #3200 Houses/ Duplexes
3020
1/2 duplex in Stettler, 2 bedrooms, 4 appliances, $600/mo. + utilities, $600 d.d., close to hospital. No smoking, no pets. Available immediately. 403-742-8190.
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CLASSIFIEDS
Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler, are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.
Candor Realty Ltd.
Stettler’s Best Read Real Estate Section Reaches Buyers and Sellers Where They Live, Work and Farm
Ph. 403-742-4424 Fran Karen Darien Snowden Cannady Chapman
4908 - 51 Street
BI-LEVEL
SOLD
REDUCED ANDY BIRCH
NEAT, CLEAN BI-LEVEL in Parkdale. Freshly painted, 3 bdrms and main floor laundry. Garden area, dbl garage and room for RV. $229,000.
NETWORK REALTY CORP.
STARTER HOME
GREAT STARTER
ACREAGE
IDEAL STARTER HOME with 3 bdrms/2 baths. Newer cabinets in kitchen and finished bsmt. Shingles and siding are only 2 yrs. old. Large fenced yard and 2 garages. $188,500. Locally owned & operated
GREAT 4-ACRE PARCEL only 2 blocks out of town. Open beam cedar ceiling, oak cabinets, 3 bedrooms, 2 lovely refinished bathrooms, deck and huge 42’ x 24’ heated garage. Only $439,000.
Bus.: 403-742-3069 1-888-742-6685
STUNNING 2 STOREY HOME.
With 4 bdrms/4 baths. Very unique, open concept, top of the line features, finished bsmt and very well maintained, inside and out. $475,000.
3 BDRM Bungalow on 75’ x 120’ lot. Ideal rental property or a great starter home for a young family. Partial unfinished bsmt. Priced right at $129,000.
Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings
* Residential * Commercial * Farms * Acreages * Lake Properties
Independently Owned and Operated
Associate
1700 sq. ft. bi-level with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Gleaming hardwood floors, granite counter tops, vaulted ceiling and stainless steel appliances and much more. $366,000.
Specializing In
ROYAL LEPAGE
5002 - 50th Ave., Stettler
www.royallepage.ca/andybirch
Over 26 Years of Experience
Diamond Award Recipient
NEW
LOOKING FOR LAND? 160 acres near Donalda. Has been continuously cropped. Approximately 141 acres cultivated. Tower lease revenue - $800 annually. Immediate possession. #CA0050973. $320,000.
Great opportunity for a starter home or retirees. Modest, comfortable bungalow with beautiful spacious back yard. Enjoy your privacy from your patio deck. Lots of space to build double car garage. #CA0048148. $125,000.
RECREATION QUARTER - ATTENTION: CONSERVATIONISTS AND NATURALISTS: Available immediately. Beautiful property with rolling hills, trees, water ponds and native grass located 2 ½ miles east of Buffalo Lake. #CA0050359. $280,000.
“Priceless Unbelievable View” 3 bdrm, 2 bath home all located on a private & scenic section with a breathtaking view of the river valley. 36’ x 48’ barn, 16’ x 40’ shop, dbl detached garage, various outbuildings. #CA0016473. $695,000
SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL for 15 acres. Services, 2 wells, indoor riding arena, heated shop, mature landscaping. Offers subject to subdivision approval. #CA0025826. $750,000.
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME – Scenic, private acreage near Buffalo Lake with no services. Immediate possession. Can be purchased with adjoining 153 acres - see MLS #CA0050358. $99,000.
4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER
ROYAL ROYAL LEPAGE
Call a Central “Team” Sales Associate today for FREE advice or enquiries.
403-742-3344 (24 hours)
CENTRAL
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
e CA0049197
CA0045270
2 bdrm 1 bath home in Alix features a two tiered deck and fully fenced backyard. Extra space for parking and RV storage. $149,000. Call Mike.
3 bdrm mobile located in Emmerson Acres featuring a large master suite, ensuite and walk in closet. $58,900. Call Doug.
CA0040023
CA0040344
CA0050076
CA0046341
Beautifully kept townhouse has a spacious kitchen and large shed in back. $176,000. Call Sherri.
Cozy 4 bdrm, 2 bath home with double detached garage. Large, completely fenced yard in a quiet neighborhood. $239,900. Call Sherri.
Perfect family home within walking distance to the schools. Many recent updates. Detached garage with heated flooring. RV parking pad. $268,900. Call Ross.
Great location! Close to schools. Lot is landscaped and spacious. Priced for quick sale! $119,000. Call Ross.
CA0050476
CA0048299
CA0048642 CA0030851
Modern 4 bdrm bi-level in Meadowlands. Open concept kitchen and dining area, granite countertops, slate flooring and oversized double car garage. $439,000. Call Garry.
Immaculate 2 bdrm home in Big Valley. Built in 2006, landscaped and well cared for. $265,900. Call Ross.
Beautiful older home with lots &lots of character. Located in the small & friendly community of Big Valley. $124,000. Call Edna.
ic New Pr
NEW
CA0050288
This 1008 sq. ft. home in Big Valley is just right for seniors! Double car detached garage, bright open kitchen and includes an adjacent lot, perfect for RV parking. $179,500. Call Doug or Mike.
NEW
CA0050406
Practically brand new home situated on a quiet block in Big Valley. Large open concept main floor. Spacious yard for the kids with a garage/shop in back. $299,900. Call Jill.
e CA0040647
CA0049064
Beautifully designed home with many extras! Double attached garage with under floor heat. Maintenance free deck. $366,500. Call Doug.
1400 sq. ft. home has 3 bdrms and 3 baths. Remodeled kitchen. Includes 2 horse barns, waterers and garage. $390,000. Call Garry.
ic New Pr
NEW
e CA0048737
CA0049681
Mobile home with large addition and many upgrades throughout. Fenced yard. Immediate possession available! $24,000. Call Atie.
Fabulous open concept family home. In-floor heat throughout. Double attached garage. Underground sprinklers, gated yard for RV parking and deck. $328,000. Call Sherri.
ic New Pr
ice CA0046056
New Pr
Build your dream home on 6.8 acres of untouched property near Erskine. $110,000. Call Jill.
NEW
CA0050192
Commercial property in Alix with 3000 sq. ft. of useable warehouse and office space. $380,000. Call Edna.
CA0049164
1.5 storey charming home with over sized double garage. Walking distance to downtown. Many upgrades throughout. $199,000. Call Sherri.
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca Doug Roberts
Jill Fisher
Apryl Cassidy
Brian Lynn
Garry Rushton
Edna Stuart
Atie Turnbull
Sherri Kuefler
Ross Scheerschmidt
Jason Olson
Mike Roberts
Broker/Owner
Associate Broker/Owner
Manager/Owner
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Condos/ Townhouses
3030
ALIX, 2 bdrm. 1 bath condo, 1210 sq. feet with balcony & 2 parking. Avail, immed. 403-341-9974
3060
Suites
L A R G E One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT No pets Phone Ellen Phone Linda or at Ernie 403-742-1568 at 403-742-5005
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Suites
BEST RENTAL VALUE IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. 1 Bedroom, $800/mo. 2 Bedroom, $1100/mo. plus D.D. Avail. immediately Kimberly 403-690-5828 Buffalo Lake/Rochon Sands, 20 min. from Stettler, AB. two bedroom walk-out suite, utils. incld., no pets, n/s, S/D, avail. now, 403-742-0024
Storage Space
3160
4110
Commercial Property
STETTLER MINI STORAGE Household, furniture, business records, etc. Various sizes. Protected by security alarm and fenced and lighted perimeter. Owner: Reg and Darlene Hunter 403-740-9283 or 403-742-3153
Real Estate #4000 - #4190
4110 3 SHOPS FOR RENTÂ Â
PRICE REDUCED ~Now willing to separate shop ~Sitting on 2 acre lot in total
Commercial BLDG. * 2300 sq. ft. * 1.9 ACRES *Corner Lot *Fenced Compound
Phone 403-740-5657
CLASSIFIEDS Sell it Best! To place your ad phone 1-877223-3311
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Commercial Property
1st and 2nd Shops- 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x90â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Duplex style construction, Metal Building, South and North sides identical. OfďŹ ce Space @1000sq ft with bathroom, Shop ďŹ&#x201A;oor 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 1750 sq ft, with bathroom, 14ft overhead doors, insulated, 2 walk in doorways, 3 phase power available, Huge parking lot, rent dependent on duration of lease. 3rd Shop- 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; -2400 sq ft
Metal building, insulated, infrared heat, single phase power. Small ofďŹ ce with mezzanine on top, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; shop door with electric door opener. Huge parking lot. Rent price dependent on duration of lease. Triple net. Separate living accommodations on site can be provided
Email or Call: dreinhart@telus.net 403-740-6630
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BUSINESS AND SERVICE DIRECTORY Accounting
Business Services #1000 - #1430
Accounting
1010
1010
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Gitzel Krejci Dand Peterson CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4912 - 51 Street P.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
4819 - 51 Street Stettler, AB
403-742-3141 www.numeratax.com
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403-742-4431 Toll free 1-877-742-4431 e-mail: gkdpca@gkdpca.com website:
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Automotive
1029
JT AUTO BODY LTD.
Drafting & Design
1120
RAILSIDE DESIGN GALEN WIEBE
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN 5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101 FAX: 866-305-5686 galen@railsidedesign.com
Eavestroughing
1130
403-742-5520 403-882-3740 (Castor)
5â&#x20AC;?Continuous Eaves â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gutter Cleanâ&#x20AC;? Leaf Protection
Call Curt or Rob
4606 - 40 St., Stettler
Ph:403-742-5979 Fax:403-742-3656
Professional Accountants LLP Guy Chapman, CA Chris Annand, CA Kendra Walgenbach, CA Naomi Roth, CGA P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438 e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
TELL it all! Tell it well! Make your ads sell for you by giving full description of goods or services offered. Include prices and terms. Phone 1-877-223-3311 for a friendly ad taker.
Call Barry Harvey
*27 years experience*
Training for life
Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street, tree ee et et, t, Stettler AB AB
Chapman and Co.
* 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.
AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
Quality Collision Repair and Professional Serviceâ&#x20AC;Ś Guaranteed! Find out more about us at: www.brennanautobody.com Phone: 403-742-3555 4109 - 48 Avenue, Stettler
Contractors
1100
-Residential -Commercial -Farm Buildings -Renovations
First Aid Training teaches how to respond confidently when injuries occur.
Misc. Services
1290
â&#x20AC;˘ Residential â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Automotive Needs
403-742-2520 4607 - 59 St., Stettler (Beside A & W)
Health Care
403-783-6272
Furnace Cleaning
1193
Cleaning
Glass Shops
403-742-8838
1196
1196
HEARTLAND GLASS
â&#x20AC;˘ Locks repinned & installed â&#x20AC;˘ Windshields repaired & installed â&#x20AC;˘ Residential & Commercial Windows & Doors â&#x20AC;˘ All your glass & screen needs Main St., Stettler Emergency 403-742-2665 403-742-3628
1210
403-742-1330
Dr. E. LYNES
Hauck Optometry & Hearing 5014 - 50 St., Stettler 403-742-4504
Stettler Eye Care Dr. R. TROY NELSON Comprehensive eye health and vision exams Top quality frames, lenses and contacts Treatment of eye disease, injuries and surgical co-management
1290
1260
ANDERSON
Chiropractor
LAW OFFICE
4719 - 49 St. Stettler, Alberta One block East of Scotia Bank
Brenda Anderson, B.Comm., LL.B.
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
Misc. Services
DR. D.G. BECKLUND
Fax 403-742-2522
Chiropractor
ourlaw2@telus.net
1290
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
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Management
403-742-3007 Plumbing & Heating
Phone 403-742-2529
4912 - 51 Street Stettler, AB Open Mon. - Sat.
1330
Misc. Services
1290
of McCuaig Desrochers
PERFORMANCE Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Massage â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keeping people in Motion...â&#x20AC;?
403-742-4533
1260
Gary G. Grant Law Office
Barristers and Solicitors Advocates 2401 Toronto Dominion Sq. Edmonton Centre Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1 Telephone: 780-426-4660 Fax: 780-426-0982
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE Lori R. Reule LL. B. Stettler Professional Building 4819 51 Street
4910 - 51 Street Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Phone: 403-742-4437
Misc. Services
1290
403-742-3411 Misc. Services
1290
â&#x20AC;˘ Complete Plumbing & Heating Services â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial and Residential â&#x20AC;˘ Water Conditioning & Pumps â&#x20AC;˘ 24 Hour Service Service Wise - We Specialize
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403-742-5237
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Misc. Services
1290
RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)
Big Rig Economy & Power â&#x20AC;˘ Full service to complete rebuilds â&#x20AC;˘ Custom performance tuning specialists. 12345 â&#x20AC;˘ 15% less fuel, 15% more horsepower.
BRYON D. BALTIMORE
Bus.: 403-742-2553 Res.: 403-742-0370
Phone 403-742-2683 Legal New patients welcome Services
CLASSIFIED Want Ads do 4806 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB more things for more people 403-742-EARS(3277) than any other form of Open Monday to Friday advertising. Phone 1-8779:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 223-3311 (Closed over lunch & on holidays)
Misc. Services
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-Gitzel Krejci Building
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1210
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Glass Shops
CLINKERS C.R. GLASS LTD. KENNELS Randy Long
403-742-3418
Phone 403-742-2869
info@leschert.net
1150
FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD. Stettler Furnace
Certified General Accountants 4814 - 49 Street, Stettler
Electrical
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Public Notices 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
Farms/Land Wanted
4080
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Public Notices
Community Support Services
Public Notice #6000
Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050
Public Notices
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Notice to Creditors And Claimants Estate of
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BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION 403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE (formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance) Brenda 403-742-3067
COCAINE ANONYMOUS Pager toll-free (20 sec. response time) 1-403-357-6266
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP
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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE The Town of Stettler will host a Public Open House on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the Meeting Room at the Stettler Recreation Centre. The Public Open House will be a come and go format and will introduce residents and business owners of the Town’s proposed Land Use Bylaw amendments. The amendments are of a housekeeping nature and intend to address some gaps discovered through the application of the existing bylaw as well as introduce some new or refined regulations. The Town of Stettler is interested in the public views on: • new environmental policies, • portable sign regulations, and • any of the other proposed amendments that may impact you. If you are unable to attend the Public Open House, please feel free to contact Leann Graham at the Town of Stettler office for a copy of the proposed Land Use Bylaw amendments. Leann Graham Planning and Development Services Town of Stettler 403-742-8305 lgraham@stettler.net
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HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICT 403-742-6568
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Hot Line 403-342-1444
STETTLER & AREA ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY (STABIS) For more information phone 403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICT FOOD BANK SOCIETY Kathy Elaine Willis -Williams 403-742-4567 403-742-2745 Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745 4820 - 51 Street
STETTLER CITIZENS ON PATROL RCMP office 403-742-3382 www.stettlercop.org
STETTLER HANDIBUS 403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM 403-742-2337
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR SUICIDE AWARENESS 403-742-2337
STETTLER READ & WRITE OFFICE 403-742-2999
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VICTIM SERVICE 403-741-7841 CONFUSED? GETTING THE RUN AROUND? CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTRE Residents of Stettler and the surrounding area now have access to this free and confidential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government services, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.
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Wednesday, January 7, 2015
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Good weather helps busy holiday season
Paulette Heer GADSBY/WESTWOODS NEWS A happy and healthy New Year to all! It’s been a busy Christmas season for families in the area. Fred Entwisle drove to Kimberley, B.C. to pick up Velvet’s mom and dad, Ben and Linda Nickerson bringing them back to Alberta for the holidays. Christmas Eve, they spent at Haley and Nick’s with Cooper and Rowyn. Christmas day Fred and Velvet had all the family home (this is the first time in 14 years that Ben and Linda have been with them for Christmas). Boxing Day saw everyone at Tom and Angela’s. Also there was Velvet’s stepdaughter Jocelyn and Dean Child and their family from Nanaimo, B.C. It’s been 16 years since they were together at Christmas. Dec. 27, Velvet took her parents home, staying to visit family, returning home Dec. 29. Wayne and Margery Glasier were hosts to Wayne’s sister Kay and Doug Hankinson from Wandering River. Ken and Alisa joined them. James and Janine were in Saskatchewan at Janine’s parents. Wayne and Margery; Doug and kay took a day trip to Lacombe to visit brother Harvey and Barb Glasier.
Percy and Paulette Heer enjoyed their family coming home. Christy and Curtis Wideman, Matthew, Clayton and Josie as well as John and Jewel Heer, Hannah and Bailey. Also out for the day was Paulette’s mom, Iona Berg. Bill and Joyce Hansel had a busy holiday. Christmas day, they had Sandy and Rod, Sue and Brad, Marylou and Stan, Jeff and Kathy and baby Brett. Dec. 27, they headed to Beaumont to celebrate with son Larry and Erika and all their family at granddaughter Lena and Brad’s. Marie Vance joined Bill and Joyce for New Year’s Day. Curtis and Corine Katy and Rider stopped in on way home as well. Frank and Eleanor Dahlgren had 30 family members home for Christmas Eve. There were six wee ones, who made the evening special; supper and gift opening for all. Boxing day, the Kobi and Hronek families came home. Then on Monday, daughter Brenda Laboucan and her four grandchildren came from Slave Lake, spending a few days to visit with family and friends. Barb and Vic Carey celebrated their Christmas on Dec. 28 when all the family could be home.
Hazel (Thomas) and Harold drove to New Norway to spend Christmas with Tamara and family. Roseanna and her family were there as well as Pat Mansfield. New Year’s, Hazel and Harold went out for supper to the Club Café in Stettler. Daughter Sue is in United Arab Emirates for a year of nursing. Way to go Sue. Jim and Ethel Baird had Lynne and Doug and son Dustin, Kyle from Fort Saskatchewan, Michael and Robin from Stettler. A very busy Christmas week for Stan and Gloria Diegel starting with Stan’s birthday, with family home; then on the Dec. 23, over to Richelle and Greg’s for movie night; Christmas Day at Gloria and Stan’s with Arden and Deanne and girls, Tasha and Aaron and family, Richelle and Greg and family; New Year’s Eve Arden and Deanne and family, Richelle and Greg all over to Stan and Gloria’s; New Year’s day Stan and Gloria, Arden and daughter Sadie, Richelle and Greg all headed to Tasha and Aaron’s. Percy and Paulette Heer spent two days in Medicine Hat. While there, they visited Percy’s uncle Alvin and Rose Shearer. The roads and weather were great throughout the holidays.
Village office will help with snow removal Louise Bellair BOTHA BOOSTER Welcome to 2015, with the New Year entering, so did Old Man Winter hit again with a lot of colder weather and a larger dump of snow. A belated birthday wish for Harriett Hudson who celebrated her birthday this past Saturday, Jan 3. Hope you had a great day. This coming Thursday, Jan. 8, Dorothy Reiter is celebrating her birthday, so hope you have a fantastic day, Dorothy. Quilting takes place this coming Monday, starting at 9:30 a.m., so they are hoping everyone can join them. Bingo evening happens again the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 20, so grab your Bingo Dabbers and come and join in the excitement of the evening. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the balls start rolling at 7:15 p.m. For your convenience, the Botha Transit Station is open Tuesdays from 1:30 p.m. to
5:30 p.m. and again Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 12 noon. Hopefully everyone’s schedules will work with these times. With snow removal, please contact the village office at 403-742-5079 any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday’s from 8 a.m.- 4p.m., and something will be set up for you. Floor curling takes place every Wednesday and Thursday afternoon at 1p.m. So please join them in this fun event. School is now back into full force, so please watch the children walking across the street to the school. Skating and skiing will be starting up very soon, so please keep your eyes open for this. For skating please call Shaun Derr at 403-742-4811, and get your yearly pass. Arena hours are from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Also for the rental of the hall, get a hold of Shaun Derr again and book the hall. Botha Hall has very reasonable rates for all occasions.
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Don’t forget to support girls’ hockey team Happy New Year! Another year has slipped away; we hope 2015 brings lots of good things your way. Local folks enjoyed mild weather throughout the holidays for their travels and basked in plus temperatures on New Year’s Day. That has quickly changed since, with snow and frigid temperatures. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Christmas service was well attended. As per tradition, Silent Night was sung by candlelight in both English and German. The Sorensen families held their annual Christmas celebration at the Endiang Hall on Dec. 27 with more than 60 family members enjoying the get-together. Members of the Walker family gathered on New Year’s Day at the Byemoor Hall for their annual celebration with about 70 attending. Get well wishes go out to Gordie Gallagher who has been in the Red Deer hospital since before Christmas. We hope you are on the mend and home soon, Gordie. Sympathy is extended to Rod and Lynnette
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LES AND ROSEMARY STULBERG 403-579-2403 Schellenberg and family on the passing of Lynnette’s brother Ron McCaskill on Dec. 22 while visiting in Stettler. He was 47. Besides his mother and siblings, Ron also leaves behind two young children. Our thoughts are with the Schellenberg and McCaskill families in their sad loss. Sympathy is also sent to the family of Linda Hoath who passed away in Drumheller on Dec. 31. She was 67. Linda lived in Byemoor with her husband Merritt in the former Mary Kobi residence. Their daughter Laurel also lives in Byemoor, in the former Birkheim house. Our thoughts are with Linda’s family at this time. Rob and Rhonda Maginn and
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their son Hunter spent time during the holidays in Saskatchewan at their cabin at Fishing Lake. They were joined by family members from Ontario and Saskatchewan. The hamlet of Endiang welcomed three new residents recently. Leaha Medland and Jason Paquette and their wee son William Michael have joined Leaha’s parents Marianne and Garnett McLearn’s household. Congratulations to Tyler Stulberg and Samantha Huskinson on their recent engagement. Get well wishes are sent to Ken Schultz who had surgery in the Red Deer hospital. We hope you are feeling better soon, Ken. Remember Byemoor will
be hosting the North Central Minor Hockey Association’s All-star Bantam Midget tournament at the Endmoor Arena on Jan. 10. Games are at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Be sure to come out and support our local players from the Endmoor Vipers girls’ hockey team. The Peewee boys’ hockey team played in Rimbey on Sunday, winning 8-0. Congratulations guys! Their next games are Jan. 10 in Big Valley at 3 p.m. against Eckville and on Jan. 11 in Byemoor at 3 p.m. against Alix. Big Valley was successful in its bid to host the Peewee “D” Provincial playoffs on Mar. 19-22. This is exciting news for several of our local boys who play Peewee hockey on the Big Valley host team. The Novice hockey team
Correction Last week’s Donalda column was erroneously marked as having been written by Darlene Tantrum. It was actually written by Ken Favrholdt. We apologize for the error.
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played in Drumheller on Dec. 27-28. They won all five of their games. The last game in the A final ended in a tie, and the locals lost in the shoot-out. The young players did very well. The Novice team played in Stettler on the weekend and won two out of their three games, defeating Cochrane and Red Deer, with a loss against Blackfalds. We send birthday greetings to Herb Gutsche, who celebrates his 89th birthday on Jan. 8. Congratulations Herb on this milestone and best wishes for many more. New Year’s humour — “May all your troubles last as long as your New Year’s resolutions.” “A New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.”
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