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Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER A motion made by councillor Dave Grover to declare the County of Stettler an agricultural disaster zone was not supported by county staff at the Wednesday, Aug. 12 meeting. Grover explained that pockets of dry conditions throughout the county has already hit cropgrowers hard and now are putting the county’s ranchers in jeopardy. With no pasture to graze on and hay crops weak from the dry conditions across the province, ranchers are looking at either having to liquidate herds or move them to greener pastures. Meanwhile, hay and feed is being brought in for drought areas, and Grover told council it was important the county get on the disaster list so

the ranchers could take advantage of programs to access the feed and deferred taxation programs. Quinton Beaumont, director of agricultural services for the county, noted that while there are dry conditions in some areas of the county, the conditions are nowhere near as dry as they were in 2002 or 2009, the last times the county declared an agricultural disaster. Beaumont was also wary of declaring an agricultural disaster because several areas in the county aren’t suffering from drought conditions. Dry, certainly, but not so dry that it would be a disaster “I don’t want us to be seen as the boy who cried wolf,” Beaumont said. In an interview with the Inde-

pendent after the meeting, Beaumont explained that a lot of the programs available to ranchers in an agricultural disaster are available any time, through speaking with financial managers. For example, a taxation deferral program offered by the provincial and federal governments to agricultural disaster zones can be arranged outside of the zones through applications, he said. The deferral would allow ranchers to liquidate their herds without having to pay taxes until the next year. That would leave them enough capital to buy new cattle in the spring. At the meeting, council agreed with Beaumont, not wanting to declare disaster at the first sign of trouble. However, they did want to make the province aware of

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the difficulties parts of the county were experiencing, and so decided to write a letter indicating the trouble. That would have much of the same effect as declaring a disaster, Beaumont said later. With the province aware, it will send people to monitor the situation. Dog Bylaw update passes first reading The County of Stettler had asked staff to review its dog control bylaw earlier this year after a resident’s dog was killed by two pit bulls running loose. Though the owners of the pit bulls were fined by a judge, the owner of the killed dog, Wanda Watson, said she felt the county’s bylaws weren’t strong enough. continued on page 7

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A public hearing of the councils of the municipalities involved in the Buffalo Lake Intermunicipal Development Plan was hijacked by lake residents unhappy with bylaw changes made by the County of Stettler earlier this year. The meeting, which brought the councillors from the Summer Villages of Rochon Sands and White Sands, Camrose and Lacombe counties, and the County of Stettler together at the IOOF Hall in Erskine, was a public hearing to go over proposed changes to the Buffalo Lake Intermunicipal Development Plan (BLIDP). The BLIDP was created in 1997, and saw the five communities come together to make a plan for the lake’s future. The goal was to preserve the lakeshore for public use while ensuring that green spaces along the shore were maintained. The plan was developed with a 30-year sunset – essentially, the plan would no longer be good after 30 years – but councils were obligated to review it every two years to ensure the plan met current standards set down by law. Anjah Howard of Camrose County explained the changes being proposed by the planners of the counties and summer villages. None of the changes were extreme, but were instead maintenance, she noted. Several of the changes

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involved renumbering and realigning sections of the plan, updating definitions, and clarifying ambiguous areas of the plan. One of the biggest changes involved changing the plan review from two years to four years. “It currently takes 12-16 months for us to complete a review,” Howard explained. “We’re always reviewing this plan.” Another change was the minimum amount of land between lots and the provincial right-of-way along the shoreline, which was set to six metres. The land will be zoned as environmental review. Howard and Johan van der Bank, planner for the County of Stettler, explained that this change applies to new developments going forward, and is not being retroactively imposed upon existing developments. Furthermore, the pair explained that the BLIDP sets out the minimum standards, and that each village and county can impose stricter bylaws if it so pleases – but cannot go below the standard set out in the BLIDP. For example, Camrose County requires a minimum of 30 metres from the provincial right of way to private lots, not six meters. After going over the changes to the BLIDP with the councillors and roughly 30 lake residents and users in attendance, Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon, who chaired the meeting, asked if there had been any written submissions. There were two, Howard said. The first came from Alberta Transportation, and commented on needing clarification on the proce-

dure for connecting to provincial roadways. The second came from a landowner on the lakeshore whose property was an oddity – zoned as agricultural land, even though the land is not farmable or can be grazed, and surrounded on all sides by Crown Land, the property is completely inaccessible by land. The owner asks for permission to keep his seasonal dock in the water rather than damage the shoreline by dragging the boat onto shore every time they leave the property. After the written submissions were read, Nixon explained the procedures for verbal submissions, making it clear that the submissions should be about the BLIDP and not be a debate. While some residents had questions that were in line with the BLIDP, including questions about how communities became part of the councils involved in the BLIDP, the majority of questions centered around changes made to the south shore of Buffalo Lake by the County of Stettler earlier this year through bylaw changes. Residents voiced concerns about the possibility of a fence being put up to block access to the lake by residents and remained fixated on that possibility, with speakers at times sounding on the verge of tears. Stettler County councillor James Nibourg stood to answer the fence comments. “I accept the blame for the fence comment,” he said, his voice clearly carrying through the hall. He noted that he was the one who made the fence comment originally, when the county was discussing the potential use pathways to

demarcate the private land from public land. “Someone said they didn’t want people coming onto their property, and I said ‘Well maybe we can build a fence,’” Nibourg said. “I never said there would be a fence.” The fence comment has taken on a life of its own, van der Bank said during an interview after the meeting. While councillors cannot rule out a fence at this juncture, it is for the same reason it cannot rule in a fence at this time, either: the public meeting for residents in the affected areas have not been held yet. So while yes, a fence is a possibility, it’s also equally a possibility it will not come to a fence, van der Bank noted. It all depends on feedback from the residents. Other residents wanted to know why the Old Bolin subdivision wasn’t represented at the long table of councillors, or part of the BLIDP, though it was clarified that as a community that’s part of the county of Stettler, the county represents the Old Bolin subdivision. Other complaints from residents included not receiving personal notices about the meeting, though public notices were placed in newspapers in Stettler, Camrose, Lacombe and elsewhere. Eventually, Nixon called the residents back to the subject at hand, the BLIDP, and after some questions about field bed issues, the meeting was adjourned. Councillors and residents mingled for a while, enjoying donuts, coffee, and a chance to chat over issues that concerned them, before the night came to a close.

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Truck stolen, vandalized, left on train tracks Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER An early morning track check by an employee of Alberta Prairie Railways may have averted a disaster when the employee found a stolen, vandalized and abandoned truck left on the train tracks near Highway 56 on Aug. 12. Stettler RCMP were called to the site shortly before 8 a.m. The vehicle, stolen from Tarpon Energy Services, was a white 2008 GMC pick-up truck that had been stolen sometime overnight. The person or persons who stole the truck “vandalized it and left it on the tracks,” Stettler RCMP detachment commander Cpl. Cameron Russell said. “We’re just lucky it was seen before a train came through,” he said. After the cursory investigation the truck was removed from the tracks, and investigation continues, Russell said. The police are speaking to witnesses and several persons of interest, but ask anyone who may have seen anything come forward with the information. Stolen vehicle stop leads to big drug bust Around 1 p.m. at Aug. 12, an RCMP constable pulled over an old grey 1982 GMC pickup truck at the corner of Highway 12 and 50 Street. After investigation, it was discovered the truck driven by a 27-year-old woman was stolen, the driver only had a learner’s permit, and that there was no insurance (by way of the vehicle being stolen). After arresting the woman on the charge of possession of stolen property, the vehicle was searched by the constable, who found a “considerable amount” of drugs and drug paraphernalia, primarily MDMA, or ecstasy, Russell said. Also amongst the ecstasy were quantities of heroin, cocaine and methamphetamine, he noted. An undisclosed amount of cash was also seized along with the drugs, paraphernalia and vehicle. The driver faces a charge each of possession of stolen property under $5,000, possession of narcotics with the

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Stolen firearm recovered in Red Deer Shortly before 11 a.m. on Aug. 10, Red Deer RCMP and police dog services arrested a 28-year-old Red Deer man who was unlawfully at large and was wanted on several warrants for breach of probation. According to Const. Derek Turner of the Red Deer RCMP, the suspect submitted to police without incident. During the arrest, a long barrel bolt-action rifle was found in the possession of the accused, a weapon later found to have been stolen from a Stettler residence during a break-in on Aug. 2. The accused is charged with one count of each of breach of probation order, possession of stolen property under $5,000, unlawful possession of a firearm, and careless use and storage of a firearm. RCMP ask anyone with information regarding these or any crimes to contact the Stettler RCMP at 403-742-3382. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com.

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NYT perception of Stephen Harper’s Canada The paper thinks PM has made Canada more ignorant The New York Times published a damning editorial this week on Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s nine and a half years in power and described the period as a time of “darkening” in Canada. (The article can be read at http:// www.nytimes.com/2015/08/16/ opinion/sunday/the-closing-ofthe-canadian-mind.html?_r=0 ) A day after the editorial appeared, I happened to be sitting in a restaurant next to a table where two seniors were having a discussion on the ongoing trial of suspended Senator Patrick Duffy and the broader issues of politics and election campaign. I could not help overhearing one senior telling the other that she saw nothing wrong in Stephen Harper’s former chief of staff Nigel Wright’s paying $90,000 from his own pocket so that Duffy could pay back taxpayer’s money. I couldn’t hear what the other senior said in response as I was not seated in a way facing her. And then I got involved in the conversation at my own table and didn’t

pay much attention to how that discussion at the next table developed and didn’t think about it until I watched the evening news bulletin on the CBC which was full of Duffy trial reporting and analysis. Is there really not anything wrong in Wright’s cutting a cheque for Duffy? The former chief of staff was reported to have made references to the Bible in justifying his payment to Duffy as charity and his way of keeping the payment a secret (until of course it was revealed). He insisted that the amount he paid to the suspended senator came from his personal bank account. Now there is a tricky question here: How much did Nigel Wright make as a senior government bureaucrat? Was he rich enough to throw away $90,000 just to help a senator save face? Even if he made, say, half a million dollars a year, why would he give up almost 20 per cent of his annual salary to someone who was becoming a serious nuisance

for his boss, the prime minister? Are we expected to be naïve enough to believe that Wright was not reimbursed or will not be reimbursed for this payment? As his cross examination by Duffy’s lawyer Donald Bayne is still continuing, we don’t know whether and how Wright will come up with answers to further questioning on the matter. But as the defence team for Duffy continues to dig in to the email traffic among the staff of the office of the prime minister, there is bound to be more revelations into who knew how much about the payment and whether Harper was a part of the coverup. Despite all the damaging details coming out of the trial, which, by the way, are all circumstantial, it is quite possible that the prime minister may come out of this trial without being found legally responsible for the mess that was created by the scandal of fraudulent expense claims. But isn’t there a wider context beyond the trial that all Canadi-

ans should be looking at when they ponder about their stance with regard to the current head of their federal government? If one makes up a list of the scandals stemming from the Senate, whose appointees will feature prominently on that list? Why did the most prominent cabinet ministers resign their posts one after another since the beginning of the year? Why are war veterans starting a nationwide campaign to have any person but Stephen Harper in office after the elections? Duffy trial, Nigel Wright’s cheque, all the emails that are being scrutinized and the repeated accusations and denials are all part of a culture of governance, that of Stephen Harper’s, described by the New York Times as “know nothing conservatism.” As Canadians prepare to vote for their next government, they might want to answer the question that makes up the punch line of the editorial: Do Canadians like their country as it is today? – Mustafa Eric

Not much for agriculture in federal election yet The federal election is only a few weeks old and promises are being pronounced by every political party. It’s all part of the usual process in campaigns to convince the innocent voter on the virtues of their parties. Most parties engage squadrons of strategists, pollsters, consultants and public relations spin artists to create a successful election campaign. Every issue, real or imagined, is scrutinized and agonized over as to its potential to sway votes. Every sector of the economy is examined to find ways for leaders to either cater to or rant about it depending on what the other parties are advocating. The usual suspects like energy, health, education, infrastructure, security all get painstaking attention from every political angle. But there is one sector of the economy that tends to escape attention from most political parties, and you guessed it, that would be agriculture. It’s not because it’s insignificant – the entire sector generates many billions of dollars and significant

employment. But it becomes insignificant when counting voters. With ever decreasing numbers of producers, there are fewer federal constituencies where the farmer/rancher vote can be decisive. The reality of the declining rural vote has been that the main parties have increasingly focused on urban connected issues and that’s just common sense from a political strategy. But I am sure those of us in the industry wished that ag would get some bit of attention. The problem is much of the political strategy brain trust of the federal parties are city folks with little background or understanding of the ag industry. Through no fault of their own I suspect most believe food magically appears at grocery stores every day. To aggravate such naiveté many would be susceptible to the duplicitous machinations of antiagriculture green lobby groups with their twisted perspectives and hidden agendas. That’s probably the most worrisome aspect of the political benign ne-

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glect of the ag industry by federal strategists. A perusal of what little ag policy that does exist in party platforms shows that most have some position on supply management. That’s not the result of some genuine interest in the topic by the parties, which can be mind-numbing for even the most politically astute voter. But is the result of intense lobbying by the poultry and dairy industries who have made sure the main parties are committed to their marketing system. The fact that all three main parties are formally committed to preserving supply management is a credit to the tenacity, skill and power of those industries’ lobbying machines. Although they are all committed to preserving the system as it presently consists, those commitments tend to vary

in depth between the parties. The NDP seems most dedicated, the Liberals somewhat weaker in support, with the Conservatives mediocre at best, if not suspect. One thing for sure, all leaders sooner or later will see themselves staged in rural looking costumes on some farm with cows or bales of hay in the background. They will then make the usual pronouncements on their steadfast support of the family farm. Some further verbal political fluff will be added about the safest and best food production in the world. Some may even delve into food security and the need to grow more of our own food. The Conservatives will have an edge in political agriculture bombast being they have an astute and longserving federal Ag Minister who knows the topic better than anyone. That’s a political advantage, but with so few farm voters it may not matter. The one party that does seem to have a much more specific policy platform

about agriculture would be the federal Green Party. Rather than address actual issues of concern with present day agricultural production and rural society, the Greens have the ultimate solution – return agriculture to the good old days. That would be a return to 18th century subsistence peasant farming. You know the good old days when farmers worked from dusk till dawn fighting weeds and brush with no herbicides, dealing with plagues of insects, fungi, molds, with no pesticides, sweating and straining behind horses because there were no fossil fuel burning and emissions spewing machinery, and dealing with horrendous livestock losses and diseases because there were no antibiotics or vaccines. One last note about the Green Party approach, it would see food production drop by 75 per cent - city voters would starve to death even those that voted Green. I guess its one of those inconvenient truths. More on the election and agriculture in a future column.

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County rejects call to declare ag disaster zone continued from front page With the case before the courts, the county could not address the bylaw. Once it was done, however, staff reviewed the bylaw, checking with legal counsel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our current bylaw has not been reviewed in six years,â&#x20AC;? John Bishop, director of protective services, explained. Council undertook the first reading of the bylaw at the meeting. It was noted by staff that the bylaw was found to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;more than adequateâ&#x20AC;? through scrutiny in court, but that the procedure for impounding and releasing vicious dogs back to their owners came into question. Minor changes to the bylaw also clarify what sort of behaviour is punishable by the bylaw. Changes (in bold) include: â&#x20AC;˘ The owner of a dog is guilty of breaking the bylaw if their dog chases or harasses any person, animal, bicycle or motor vehicle â&#x20AC;˘ The owner of a dog is guilty of breaking the bylaw if their dog attacks, injures or kills any person or animal â&#x20AC;˘ All impounded dogs, including vicious dogs, are kept for no less than seven days (which do not count Sundays and holidays). At the end of the seven day pe-

riod, an application for the redemption of the vicious dog by its owner will be considered by the bylaw enforcement officer. The first reading of the bylaw passed, but the second reading was scheduled to be heard in a public forum at 1 p.m. on Sept. 9. Written submissions in favour or against the bylaw will be received by the county until this date, and verbal submissions can be made at the meeting.

there would be a charge of a minimum of three hours. County staff located a second contractor, Old MacDonald Kennels in the Ponoka area. County staff solicited information from the Kennels, who indicated they would be willing to consider a contract. The company would provide the

County chooses new animal control services contractor The county received notice from Alberta Animal Services terminating its contract effective Aug. 1. The contract was to have been in effect from May 1, 2015 until April 30, 2016, and provided for a minimum of two one-hour patrols per month, and any further call-outs to be charged as special patrols at a rate of $100/hour. County received the notice of termination on June 15, citing the lack of costeffectiveness to make the two patrols per month. The company offered a revised contract, stipulating that no regular patrols would be made, but the company would respond to complaints as special call-outs. While the rate of $100/hr remained the same,

two patrols, and call-outs at a cost of $85/hr, with no minimum charge per callout. Though the kennel typically only holds impounded animals for three days, it was willing to hold the animals for the seven days required by the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bylaws. If the animals were not

claimed, the kennel would help adopt the animals out. It is also a no-kill shelter, which spays/neuters, microchips and vaccinates dogs and cats before they animals are adopted out. According to Bishop, who said he spoke with several of the municipalities that use the services of

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People wrapped up in themselves make a pretty small package I wrote a paper in college, attempting to establish and prove a biblical basis for purpose and meaning in life. I received a good mark, but I realized that it’s easier to define the meaning of life than it is to find meaning in life. The premise for my paper was built upon the 2 great commandments that Jesus gave. He said that we should love God with all of our hearts and love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 22:36 – 40). Life becomes purposeful and meaningful when focus is removed from oneself and placed upon the nature of our Heavenly Father and the needs of our fellow man. But does it work? 95-year-old Connie Vitolo says it does. Until recently, Connie didn’t care whether she lived or died. Her fail-

Faith & Reflection ROSS HELGETON 403-742-5020 • REVRH@TELUS.NET ing health required that she leave her own beloved home and move in with her daughter and she was not at all pleased. She prayed frequently and fervently that she would die. Anne, Connie’s daughter was praying with equal zeal. Concerned for her depressed mother, she prayed, “I’m putting it all in Your hands God and trusting You that you’re gonna help her.. to find her purpose here.” One day Anne found an ad looking for volunteers to make and send blankets to orphans in India. She prayed one more time and

then shared this need with her mother. Connie caught the vision and reengaged in something that she hadn’t done for years...crocheting blankets. She has spent the past year crocheting blankets for orphans halfway around the world. At last count, Connie had completed 12 blankets and has started on her 13th. In an interview with Christian Broadcast News in late July Anne said that God has answered her prayer and her mom knits joyfully all day long without getting tired. Connie’s prayer request to die has changed dramati-

cally. In the aforementioned CBN interview, she says that before starting a blanket, “I pray to Jesus, and I thank Him every day. When I start one I say, thank you Jesus, don’t let me die before I finish my blanket.” She says that she wishes she could hug the orphans, but knows that her blankets are embracing them. She adds “Jesus has a purpose for us all. But I never thought He had a purpose like this for me and I’m very happy...” Crawling into and curling up inside of our own smallness and misery will always drain meaning and dispel purpose from our lives. As someone has wisely stated, people wrapped up in themselves make a pretty small package. Relationship with the Heavenly Father and reaching out to others, as Jesus taught, is both invigorating and fulfilling. “The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me...” (Psalm 138:8).

Second Calgary Free-mo organizes the 12th Alberta set-up in Big Valley continued from page 4 In 2013, this group had a set-up which was 600 feet of track and that’s the largest free-mo set-up that has been in North America. “We hold the record for the largest North American free-mo setup,” said

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Garden show is up next Patty Steen RUMSEY RECORD That rain was most welcoming this past weekend as most farmers were starting to feel the crunch of the dry grass setting in once again after a week of very hot weather. I hope you were able to get a good amount. The Red Deer River Garden Club is gearing up for their annual big show in at the agriplex. It will all happen next week. On Tuesday, Aug. 25, you will be able to bring in your entries in the evening from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Then on Wednesday morning, you will have one last chance to bring in from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The judges will commence their work soon after and the exhibits will be open to the public by 4 p.m. Bring one item or 20, everything will be welcomed. There are books available at the Post Office and library and also with every Garden Club member. I am sure you will have something to enter from your flower garden or veggie garden. Also, keep in mind that the library will be running our photo contest. There will be 12 categories broken down month by month and we will be collecting donations for entry fees. I will

produce a limited amount of calendars this coming year as it was an expensive venture that didn’t produce much return; and the winning photos will be on display in the library year-round. Don’t miss out on the supper that will be open from 5 to 7 at the hall on the evening of Aug. 26 as part of the garden show events. The kids’ flower arranging will happen just after that, then awards will be handed out. School will be starting up the week after, but summer isn’t over by any means so enjoy the sunshine and have a good week. “Odd as I am sure it will appear to some, I can think of no better form of personal involvement in the cure of the environment than that of gardening. A person who is growing a garden, if he is growing it organically, is improving a piece of the world. He is producing something to eat, which makes him somewhat independent of the grocery business, but he is also enlarging, for himself, the meaning of food and the pleasure of eating. “ — Wendell Berry Have a great week.

Library Summer Reading Program wraps up By Kaylee Somerville Wow! What an amazing summer it has been here at the library. With only one day left to go, we are wrapping up for this year. It’s crazy how fast the summer goes by. We kicked off the program at the end of June with our Minecraft party. The following week, Lee and Sandy Paley joined us for our first family event with awesome songs. “Move it Move it” week brought us dance parties, movement themed activities, and bowling. “Super Spy” week was a blast, as we snuck around the library dodging lasers and decoding messages. “Earth and Space” week connected us with nature as we learned about bugs, the planets and celebrated Harry Potter’s birthday. During “Create” week we became ninjas. Tae-kwon do instructors joined us, and we learned about self-defense. Also that week we toured the Q 93.3 radio station. Superman, Spiderman, the Hulk and other characters became our focus for the first week of August. Our “Hero” week encompassed tons of superhero activities, and EMT workers joined us at our Hero party to teach us about their heroic careers. Last week for “Super-Science” we channeled our inner scientists by making goo, explosions, and 3D objects. Last Friday we were joined by the mobile planetarium from Waskasoo

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Environmental Educational Society and we learned about the stars and constellations. This week we have a “Games Galore” theme. We played Minute to Win It games and giant Jenga earlier this week, and today we will create an Etch-a-Sketch with an electronic Arduino controller. Our wind-up party is on Thursday, Aug. 20. We will be handing out prizes

and then walking over to the water park for some fun in the sun. Both age groups will have their own wrap up party. The program for ages six to eight is from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon and the one for ages nine to 12 is from 12:30 to 2 p.m. All summer we have been tracking participants’ reading with our “Reading Tree”. continued on page 10

Improvements in Erskine with water and walkway Pat Kelm ERSKINE ENQUIRER It’s hard to believe that school will begin in two weeks. As usual, the summer is going by very quickly. New for the seniors and in conjunction with the Erskine IOOF, jamming sessions will begin on Sunday, Sept. 13 from 1:30 to 4:30. Come out and enjoy the music and dancing. A donation to lunch would be appreciated. All ages are welcome and anyone with an instrument can come and take their turn at playing. The Volkers held a family reunion from Aug. 6 to 9 at the Volker campground in Erskine. There were 210 people in attendance from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and from California. The weather was perfect and all had a good time. Some of the activities were a bounce house for the children, plus games and a candy scramble. Also there was a very successful silent auction. A wonderful supper was served by Shelly Grover and her staff. Campfire and

sing-along went on in the evening with lots of visiting. Everyone was on their way home Sunday and Monday. The Free Evangelical Church welcomes new youth pastor, Emmett Aronson, to their church and our community. Speaking with Joe Gendre, Erskine has been awarded money by both the provincial government and the federal government, each putting in 1/3, for bringing water to Erskine. The county will be putting in the other third. This project costs 4 million dollars. It is to be noted that lines will be put throughout Erskine, but

no one has to take the water unless they want to. The Erskine School will be hooking up as they are having trouble with their well. Fire hydrants will also be placed around Erskine. Work has progressed very well on the walkway and it is almost ready for paving. It will be so nice for kids and people to be able to walk along it instead of on the lake road, which is getting more and more traffic. Don’t forget Floats and Flicks sponsored by the Erskine Recreation Board on Saturday, Sept. 12. I’ll have more details later this month.

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Stettler Public Library Summer Reading Program wraps up continued from page 9 We are proud to announce that we have read over 150 hours this summer. Tomorrow we will be randomly drawing a bird from the tree for the grand prize: a Nintendo 3DS. Also, remember that this Friday is our Read

and Rhyme event for ages up to five at the fire station. Please meet at the fire station at 10 to see the trucks, meet the firemen, sing some songs, and have a snack. Overall it has been an amazing summer. We would like to thank all the incred-

ible kids that we met over the summer; we have some fantastic and intelligent children in Stettler, folks. Also thanks to all of the special guests who joined us, and the staff at the library who put up with our shenanigans all summer. The theme for this year’s pro-

gram was “Play” and we did just that. Stay tuned in September for even more programs. Read and Rhyme will be continuing twice a week at 10:30. Keep an eye out for start dates. The COW Bus (Classroom on Wheels) will be in

Stettler on Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. On Friday, Oct. 30, our annual Monster Bash event will occur. This is a special giant fright-fest with performers, activities, crafts, and more. The library and the Jewel Theatre will also be partnering in the fall

to show films sponsored by TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival). Like the TIFF Film Circuit - Stettler Facebook page (www.facebook. com/stettlertiff) and check the library’s website for news on ticket sales, films, and dates for screenings.

Clearview Public Schools Master Calendar for the 2015-2016 School Year S 30 6 13 20 27

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Family Day Mon., Feb. 15, 2016 Professional Day Tues., Feb. 16, 2016 Teachers’ Convention Thurs. & Fri., Mar. 10 & 11, 2016 Good Friday Fri., Mar. 25, 2016 Spring Break (including Easter Monday) Mon. - Fri, Mar. 28 - Apr. 1, 2016 Optional Diploma Examinations Wed. - Thur., Apr. 6 - 14, 2016 Professional Day Mon., Apr. 25, 2016 Professional Day Thurs., May 19, 2016 Day acknowledging two evening Parent-Student Conferences Fri., May 20, 2016 Victoria Day Mon., May 23, 2016 Last Student Day Tues., June 28, 2016 Professional Days Wed. & Thurs., June 29 & 30, 2016

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403 883 2943. The Donalda Gallery for the Arts is currently displaying the exhibition â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Collectionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Kash Clouson, and other local artists. This exhibition will run until September long weekend. Please stop by and enjoy a

variety of works, mediums and processes. Also, there is no society meeting until September. The Donalda & District museum is open weekdays between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and noon to 4 p.m. over the weekends. If you are in-

terested in booking a group tour, please call us at 403 883 2100. Please stop on by for a visit and enjoy the many beautiful items we have on display. Birthday wishes this week go out to Joseph Seale, Sheri Tenney, Steven

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Blair Smith averages 25.8 seconds to secure top spot at the Stettler Calf Roping Jackpot Moush Sara John INDEPENDENT REPORTER

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Steve Theissen of Stettler tries to rope a calf at the Stettler Calf Roping Jackpot held on Wednesday, Aug.12. Theissen averaged 32.5 seconds after the third round.

New faces at Lightning bench Stacey Lavallie INDEPENDENT REPORTER Since announcing his retirement as head coach at the end of the 2013-2014 season, Stettler Lightning General Manager Doug Smith hasn’t been able to get free of the reins of the Junior B hockey team. This year is no different. “I’m really bad at (retiring),” Smith said with a laugh. This year, though, he’s managed to get a bit freer than the previous year, stepping out of the role of coach of any sort, stepping into the shadows to handle off-bench managerial work. Gavin Brandl, who coached alongside Smith last year and is a former Lightning player himself, will be joined by two of last year’s most solid players, Reese Anheliger and Mark Dietz. Both players have aged out of the junior league and have decided to stay with the team in a coaching capacity. “I’m quite excited about the younger voices at the bench,” Smith said of the new coaches and Brandl. “It’s a fresh new look.” There’s some hard decisions for the Lightning coming up as it firms up its roster for the 2015-16 season. With a large number of their overage players indicating they want to return, the coaches and Smith must narrow the number to four, the amount of overagers they’re allowed to keep on their team as per the league bylaws. There’s also some gaps to fill where players have aged out. Not only are top-scorers

Anheliger and Deitz out of the picture – as players at least – goalie Simon Thieleman is also gone. Thieleman, who played almost every game last season, made some incredible saves to keep the Lightning on the winning side of the tally, including a desperate flying leap across the net that somehow deflected a puck. “We definitely have some big skates to fill,” Smith said. However, the new coaches seem up to the task, Smith noted. “We’re getting a good response from the small towns (around Stettler),” he explained. “Towns like Forestburg, other junior hockey folk.” The Lightning have the first of its tryouts this weekend. Exhibition games start in September with the regular season starting in October, though before that, Smith noted there’s one more task to complete – rally up members for the board. “It’s getting to a point where it’s been hard filling some of the executive positions,” he explained. By the league bylaws, each team must have a board of executives. The board must, at its smallest, consist of six people, so its votes can be ratified. Currently, the Lightning board is down to three people, Smith said. People who are interested in joining the board can contact Smith. There’s one meeting a month, and Smith noted the board can be flexible for the schedules of its membership.

Averaging 25.8 seconds after the third round, Blair Smith of Wimborne secured top place at the Stettler Calf Roping Jackpot on Wednesday, Aug.12 at the small arena overlooking the Ewing Lake in Fenn. Riley Warren of Erskine came in second with 29.7 seconds after his third round, while Shane Smith came in a close third averaging at 29.8 seconds. Organized and hosted by Brandon and Kim Van Straten, the Stettler Calf Roping Jackpot is an event for all calf ropers in central Alberta. “This is a tie-down jackpot that we try and host every

couple of weeks, and we also have breakaway roping for the little kids,” said Brandon Van Straten. “Calf roping is an event that isn’t as common as team roping or barrel racing because of the difficulty in having the right size of cattle.” There were 17 participants at the jackpot. Each rider had to rope the calf in the shortest time. There are three rounds, with the result being calculated as an average of the three. If a rider is unable to rope the calf in one round, he still participates in the remaining rounds, but his average is not calculated. Only nine riders were able to successfully rope the calf in all three rounds.

Big Valley hosts its first annual Fun Tourney Moush Sara John INDEPENDENT REPORTER The Big Valley Golf Club hosted the town’s first annual golf tournament on Friday, Aug.14. There were 25 participants, who were charged an entry fee of $30, which included 18 holes of golf and barbecue, and prizes that would be drawn as raffles. Tee-off was at 1.30 p.m. Participants could enter either as individuals or as a team of four. “The community has been very supportive, with the town of Big Valley having a population of 365, and today being a working day, this is great support for the club,” said Teresa Greig, secretary of the Big Valley golf club. “There were 10 of us who got together and decided to take it over from the Big Valley Ag society, which does not have the manpower to run the club anymore, although they still own it.” John Paul, president of the Big Valley Golf Club along with Greig and members of the club will pool in their resources and focus on running the golf course independently. According to Greig, the funds raised would be used to “fix the greens, tee-boxes and put a fresh coat of paint in some places”.

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Denny Greiner of Big Valley takes aim as he participates in the first annual Big Valley golf tournament at the Big Valley Golf Course on Friday, August 14.

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Stacie Pederson of Half Sox plays against Moonshiners in the A-event final at the slo-pitch tournament on Sunday, Aug.16. Moonshiners defeated Half Sox as they went on to win the tournament.

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Linda Hall team from Stettler defeated Yishins, also a team of Stettler to win the C-event slo-pitch finals at Byemoor on Sunday, Aug.16. Moonshiners of Rumsey won the A-event of the slopitch tournament defeating

Half Sox of Big Valley in the finals. 32 teams participated in the tournament despite the torrential rains that hit the town of Byemoor on Saturday, Aug.15 when the first rounds were being played. Team members came from Byemoor, Big Valley, Stettler and neighbouring towns, but also cities as far

as Red Deer, Drumheller, Trochu, Craigmyle and Hanna. Each team had to have a maximum of six men and a minimum of four ladies on the field to start a game, and there was an hour and 15 minutes time limit on games. The pitched ball had to have an arc of at least six

feet, but no more than 12 from the ground. “The Byemoor slo-pitch ball tournament has been going on for more then three decades, with family and friends forming teams and playing to have fun,” said Bobbi Buchwitz, organizer of the slo-pitch tournament. “We had five new teams this year.

Saturday rain didn’t dampen weekend spirit The Byemoor Fair weekend with its 32-team slo-pitch tournament is over for another year. A downpour of over two inches of rain on Saturday made things challenging but did not dampen the spirits of the hardy ball players and parade-goers. The weather however did cause a lower attendance than usual for the Saturday events. A small parade went rain or shine, much to the delight of the young children who caught generous amounts of candy along the parade route. About 100 children enjoyed the Kids’ Carnival at the arena on Saturday afternoon, with plenty of activities to keep them busy and dry. For the Saturday ball players, dry was not an option, with most getting totally drenched and mud-plastered. They did persevere however and with some modified “one-pitch” rules the tournament went on despite the monsoon. Weather was much better for Sunday and the finals. It was a Rumsey team who captured the coveted top spot of the 32-team tournament — the Moonshiners won the A event over the Half Sox team from Big Valley. B event winner was the Benchwarmers team from Trochu over the Scrambled Eggs team from Hanna. In the C event it was the Linda Hall team from Stettler winning over another Stettler team, the Yishins. The D event saw the Hey Under the Influence team from Red Deer win over the Touch and Go team from Botha.

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During the weekend folks also enjoyed the pancake breakfasts, roast beef supper and the dance with music supplied by Sound Source of Red Deer. There was a sea of holiday trailers in Byemoor for the weekend, parked around the ball park and near the school. A huge “Hats off” and thank you goes out to all the organizers and volunteers who staged another successful fair weekend and to all who participated and supported the event. Not only were Endiang – Byemoor folks busy with the fair, many also attended one of the four weddings of interest to the Endmoor community on Saturday. Kay Dee Munns and Jeb Olsen were married at Medora, North Dakota. Kay Dee is the daughter of Bud and Rhonda Munns. Several folks from here traveled to the U.S. for the wedding, where the young couple will be making their home. Kayla Keessar and Jerad Wood were married in Stettler. Kayla is the daughter of Byron and Linda Wilkie and granddaughter of Clifford and Lynda Wilkie.

Daylon Brown and Jon Rairdan’s wedding was at Erksine/Stettler. Daylon is the daughter of Neil and Deneen Brown and granddaughter of Bob and Eileen Green. Mandi Dushanek and Sam Rietmann exchanged vows on the farm of the groom’s parents near Delburne. Mandi is a teacher at the Byemoor School. We send congratulations from the community to all the newlyweds and wish them all long and happy marriages. The weekend rainfall of more than two inches was the biggest rain this year for our community and should help quell the dry conditions. Even though it was too late for some crops, it is still beneficial and very much welcomed by the farming community. Albert Mappin and Eric Smith enjoyed a successful halibut fishing excursion to Anchorage, Alaska. They returned home Monday with their catch. Remember the 40th anniversary celebration for Jim and Maureen Wasdal is at the Endiang Hall on Aug. 22 at 8 p.m. Keep in mind the steak barbeque at the Byemoor Hotel goes on Aug. 28 from 4 to 8 p.m. Thought for the day — “A whale swims all day, only eats fish, drinks water, but is still fat. A rabbit runs and hops all day and only lives 15 years, while a tortoise doesn’t run and mostly does nothing, yet it lives for 150 years. And you tell me to exercise — I don’t think so.”

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN (Certified or qualified Apprentice) required, 12 minutes south of Calgary. Successful candidate will have a proven track record of quality workmanship and efficiency, and commitment to manufacturer training. Chrysler experience preferred. Brand new state of art service facility and shop equipment. Excellent compensation. Will consider transfer bonus. Fax resume: 403-938-8627 or email: info@ southridgechrysler.com. Southridge Chrysler, Okotoks, Alberta. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. In-the-seat training. No simulators. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Funding options. Weekly job board! Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.

810 Jensen Contract Flooring in Big Valley, AB is currently looking for a self-motivated professional. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Project Coordinator Specific Duties include: • Assure timely and accurate Purchasing and Inventory Control • Follow up on quoted prices • Preparation and submission of submittals • Assure timely delivery of material to site and labelling • Assist Project Managers with Schedule and Change Management reporting. • Assist Estimating with sourcing pricing • Perform other project related tasks as many be required from time to time. Qualifications • Experience will be considered an asset • Ability to interpret specifications and drawings is an asset. • Background in construction is an asset. • Highly organized, achievement oriented with strong multi-tasking abilities. • Be able to work with little to no supervision. • Strong Administrative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products. • Abilitiy to communicate effectively with all employees within our organization and our customers and vendors. Working Conditions • Fast-paced, deadline driven • Ample room for advancement within the company. • Opportunity to impact the project system of a small company. Ideal candidate would have working knowledge of construction in a related field, although on the job training will be provided. JCF is one of the industry’s most experienced flooring contractors in Western Canada, this an opportunity not to be missed. For more information on this posting and Jensen Contract Flooring please go to www.jcfgroup.ca Please send resumes to Jensen@jcfgroup.ca

Restaurant/ Hotel

820

NOW HIRING - ALL SHIFTS

7AM-3PM

3PM-11PM

11PM-7AM

Starting Wage - $13/hr Full Time or $12/hr Part Time (Dependant on availability and experience) Position: Store Front Counter Staff We offer: Night Shift Premium Health & Dental Beneﬁts Scholarship Program Team Tim Hortons’ Reward Program Free Uniforms Shift Flexability Shift Incentive and Rewards Ask for an application or talk to us today! Tim Hortons, 6608-50 Avenue, Stettler, AB T0C 2L2

Ph: 403-742-1755 or Email: rkd_patel@yahoo.com

Working Conditions • Fast-paced, deadline driven • Ample room for advancement within the company. • Opportunity to impact the accounting processes of a small company. Ideal candidate would have working knowledge of construction in a related field although on the job training will be provided. JCF is one of the industry’s most experienced flooring contractors in Western Canada, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

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GED Preparation

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FIRE EXTINGUISHER TECHNICIAN Will train, oilfield exp. an asset, clean, licensed, fit, and able to work alone. e-mail resume to consafe@telus.net

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NOW HIRING Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Stettler, a Division of Central Alberta Funeral Service Ltd. is offering an Apprentice Position.

Full Time, Dual License

Interested applicants must be willing to: - learn - take on-call duties - clerical work - hold a valid driver’s license All above positions require - physically fit a valid driver’s license. - Pass a criminal records Salary will depend on check experience. Benefits - other duties as defined package and full time Interested applicants hours offered. please email resumes to Please apply to: brennenf@telusplanet.net. admin@ allarounddoors.com

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Lydell Group Inc.

Clearview Public Schools Requires

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Competition #5629

We are looking for an energetic individual to join our dedicated team of bus drivers. We require a driver for the Grandview/Meadowlands bus route in Stettler for the 2015-2016 school year. Training will be provided if required. Applicants are required to complete an application form with the names of at least two references that have agreed to be contacted. Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume to Clearview Public Schools, Attn: D. Larsen, Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be sent to (403) 7421388. We also accept applications electronically at applications@clearview. ab.ca. Please quote the competition number on all applications submitted. This competition closes September 4, 2015 at 1:00 pm. We appreciate all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WANTED: CLASS 1 DRIVERS FOR LOG HAUL, PROCESSOR OPERATORS 12345 (HORNET,WARATAH, LOGMAX), FELLER BUNCHER OPERATORS, LOWBED EQUIPMENT HAULERS

ALBERTA PIG COMPANY is now accepting applications for EXPERIENCED SWINE HERDSPERSONS at our RED WILLOW PORK FARM Location near Gadsby, AB.

Based out of Drayton Valley Alberta. Competitive wages based on experience, beneﬁts, accommodation, & drives to airport provided. Good equipment.

Salary: $14.91 to $18.00 hourly for 42.5 hours per week Permanent Full-Time. Health, Dental and Retirement benefits. JOB REQUIREMENTS Language: English Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Equipment and Machinery Experience: Feeding and watering system Experience: Minimum 1 year Addtional Skills: Perform general farm duties; Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Area of Specialization: Swine Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Physically demanding Ability to Supervise: 1 to 2 people Work Location Information: Rural area; Staff accommodation available Specific Skills: Provide agricultural livestock services such as artificial insemination, disinfecting pens or barns, ensure farm safety and biosecurity procedures are followed, recognize and treat certain livestock health problems; maintain livestock performance records Personal Suitability: Team player APPLY TO ALBERTA PIG COMPANY by e-mail: dpossberg@sunhavenfarms.com

Fax: 780-542-6739 Email: info@lydellgroup.ca ALBERTA PIG COMPANY IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SWINE TECHNICIANS at our RED WILLOW PORK FARM location near Gadsby, AB. Salary: $10.88 to $13.00 hourly for 42.5 hours per week, Permanent Full-Time. Health, Dental and Retirement beneﬁts. JOB REQUIREMENTS Language: English Experience: Will train Speciﬁc Skills: Feed and tend animals; Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Physically demanding Work Location Information: Rural area; Staff accommodation available Automated Systems Experience: Feeding and watering system APPLY TO ALBERTA PIG COMPANY by e-mail: dpossberg@sunhavenfarms.com

County of of Stettler Stettler No. County No. 6 6

6602 -- 44 44 Ave., Ave., Box Box 1270, 1270, 6602 Stettler, AB AB T0C Stettler, T0C2L0 2L0 Phone: 742-4441 Fax: Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 742-1277 403-742-1277

Employment Opportunity PUBLIC PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE

HELP DESK TECHNICIAN The County of Stettler has an exciting career opportunity for an entry-level position bringing effective technical skills to the position of Help Desk Technician. Under the general supervision of the Director of Technology, this role will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, or software. The successful candidate will respond to queries, run diagnostic programs, isolate problems, and determine and implement solutions to end-user issues, prepare training materials and conduct in house training. Requirements - Oral and written communication skills - Working knowledge of help desk software, databases and remote control utilities - Advanced troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills - Working knowledge of fundamental operations of relevant software, hardware and other equipment, especially Windows 7-8.1 and Microsoft Office. - Related experience and/or training in troubleshooting and providing help desk support - Certifications would be considered an asset. For the complete job description please visit our website at www.StettlerCounty.ca. The County of Stettler offers a competitive salary and a generous employer paid benefits package. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found. The County appreciates all applications however only those selected for interview will be contacted. Please send cover letter and resumes to: Andrew Brysiuk Director of Technology Services, County of Stettler Box 1270, Stettler AB T0C 2L0 t: 403-742-4441 or f: 403-742-1277 email: abrysiuk@stettlercounty.ca or visit www.stettlercounty.ca

We are seeking an Assistant Store Manager for our Sobeys Liquor Stettler location. Reporting to the Store Manager, you will provide direction and support to store employees while demonstrating outstanding customer service. As the ideal candidate, you feel comfortable dealing directly with customers and will provide effective leadership to store employees. You will also enjoy sharing your product knowledge with store employees to ensure customers receive top-notch customer service when choosing from our wide selection. Knowledge and Skill Requirements: - Previous retail supervisory experience. - Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledge of computer systems - Knowledge of company programs, products, departments and standards is an asset. - Proserve Certification is an asset. - Must be available days, weekends and evenings up to Midnight. Please submit resume by: e-mail: swcbjobs@sobeys.com. fax: 403-742-0547 or: In person at the store.

Page 20 The Stettler Independent 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.

Stettler’s best read Real Estate Section reaches Buyers and Sellers where they Live, Work and Farm

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Candor Realty Ltd. Ph. 403-742-4424 Cheaper than rent. 3 bedroom townhouse. 2 bathrooms. Appliances. Updated furnace and hot water tank. Only $116,900.

Large 7 bedroom home on double lot 2 blocks from Main Street. Many updates. Original character. $289,000 Don’t wait!

Side by side duplex with fully developed walk out basements. Right down town. Very spacious. $329,000 Call today!

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READY AND WAITING. Excellent family home in a quiet new neighbourhood. 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, completely developed basement, maple kitchen cabinets, energy efficient furnace, tankless hot water heater, hardwood flooring & spacious backyard deck. Immediate possession. CA0066697. $369,900.

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - 3 bedroom/3 bathroom bungalow located 2 blocks from downtown and 2 blocks from school. Main floor laundry, basement has spacious family room, office & 3 piece bathroom. Large 24x28 attached heated garage. Immediate possession. Excellent location for retired couple or young family with school aged children. CA0061723. $244,900.

ATTENTION INVESTORS - 2 suites showing returns over 8%. Lots of improvements. Plenty of parking. 3 bedroom suite on main floor & 2 bedroom suite in basement. CA0063941. $175,900.

UNIQUE, SCENIC AND PRIVATE. Quiet property with spectacular hilltop views. 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, hardwood flooring, cedar shakes, fireplace, infloor water heating & forced air heating. Attached heated 2 car garage, detached garage/ shop with carport, metal clad building used as barn/ storage, RV parking. CA0053371. $739,900.

NEW

3 bdrm 1.5 storey with well matured landscaped yard. Fully fenced, surrounded by trees. $152,000. Call Jill.

CHEAPER THAN RENT this family home can be purchased for $9500 down & payments of $830.00 per month 5 bdrms 3 baths & a great fenced yard. “A MUST SEE” @ $189,900.

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ENTREPRENUERS. Here is an ideal location for your business. Acreage located on Hwy 56 only 3 miles North of town. 7 C-can storage units already in place & room for more includes lovely renovated home & double garage. $599,000.

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GREAT LOCATION/ GREAT PRICE for this charming 1.5 storey home. 3 bdrms, many upgrades, finshed bsmt, double garage and beautiful landscaping. $299,000.

MODERN 3 BDRM MOBILE on its own lot. Nice bright home, well maintained and all appliances included. Ideal home for young family just starting out. $173,000.

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3 bdrm home as been dramatically updated from top to bottom. New shingles, siding, windows, flooring, hot water tank-this is definitely move-in-ready home! A must see. $169,000. Call Jill.

Development property in a quiet area of Stettler. 5.68 acres with huge trees. A great opportunity! $519,900. Call Ross.

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Pride of ownership shows in this mobile. Complete with paved driveway, single detached garage, low maintenance yard, and partial y fenced yard. Perfect for a retirement, rental or starter home. $148,000. Call Sherri.

A beautiful bare lot at the Summer Vil age of White Sands! Great lake property, minutes from a nice sandy beach,close to a play ground and ready for you to build your vacation oasis! These 1/2 acre lots provide lots of room to develop to your liking. $85,000. Call Sherri.

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Private 2 yr old home. Year round on 1/2 acre landscaped lot. Complete with oversized garage & 5 min drive to beach. Don’t miss this one! $485,000. Call Sherri.

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4 bdrm home, with 2 detached garages. Fenced yard and a new deck. Great location within walking distance to schools. $259,000. Call Edna.

3.11 ACRES NEAR ERSKINE. Acreage presently used as a summer home with propane for heat and a generator for power. Several outbuildings and corrals. $198,500.

GREAT LOCATION! 1280 sq. ft. bungalow with 3 bdrm/ 2 bath. Mature landscaping & 2 garages. Nice starter that needs some updating. $169,900.

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5.3 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND only minutes from Stettler. Ready to build on with all utilities to the property line. New approach completed. $119,900.

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PRICELESS VIEW. Hilltop spectacular lake view in this private cul-de-sac is worth the price alone. Extra large lot with no developments – power and gas at property line. One of largest lots in this subdivision. Build your dream home and enjoy life at the lake. Priced to sell.CA#0066700. $135,000.

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ATTENTION: INVESTORS & FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS - Take a look at this affordable priced mobile home on lot. Heated garage, newer siding, re-shingled garage roof, air conditioning, 2 full baths, walk-in closet & all appliances. Renting at $1100 per month gets you a reasonable return in today’s market. You win either way – as rental investment or starter home. CA0062773. $159,900.

EXECUTIVE HOME @ SCENIC SANDS. Quality throughout this beautiful 2 storey home. Features 5 bdrms/ 3 baths, extensive landscaping, walk-out bsmt & wrap around deck. $575,000.

3.25 ACRES WITH 3 BDRM. HOME Open concept kitchen, dining & living room. Finished bsmt, wrap-around deck & heated insulated shop. $389,000.

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Older 5 bdrm bungalow, main floor laundry. With a little TLC, this would make a great family home. $160,000. Call Garry

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This is the affordable lake opportunity you have been waiting for! Beautiful lake property located in Scenic Sands community on Buffalo Lake. .57 acres nestled on a hil top surrounded by trees. Close to a Provincial Park with a panoramic view of Buffalo Lake.ONLY $209,000. Call Jil .

Perfect family home. 3 bdrms on main floor and one in the basement. Low maintenance yard with perennial bed in the back and bushes in the front. This home is ready for you to move in. $225,000. Call Edna.

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3 bdrm 2 storey Condo located in quiet area close to schools. All 3 rooms plus laundry are located on second level. Makes for the pefect family home. $164,500. Call Garry.

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4 bdrm exquisite home. Vaulted ceilings and open concept main floor. Covered deck to enjoy on those hot summer nights. $439,000. Call Garry.

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403-742-3344 (24 hours) To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca

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TWO story a/c house in downtown Stettler. Designated residential/commercial; run your business on the main floor (1,000 sq. ft.) and live upstairs (1,000 sq. ft.). Incl. parking, stove, fridge, dishwasher, shared laundry, water. No pets. Gas and ROUND hay bales. Hay, power extra. DD $1,000, rent $1,600/month. Avail. green feed and straw. Delivery avail. No Sunday now. Call or leave mescalls please 403-704-3509 sage at 780-877-0131.

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1-2 part time positions: 5-15 hours. Must be 16+ years Ideal candidates will be organized; have experience working with youth; and be positive role models. Training will be provided.

Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of the Summer Village of White Sands give notice that they have given First Reading to Land Use Bylaw 153-15.

Screening required. Positions will involve some evening and weekend work. Please apply by resume in person at 5002 - 47 Street.

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Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190

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The changes to Bylaw 153-15 from the current Bylaw 146-14 include: â&#x20AC;˘ Increasing front yard setbacks by 1.5m for buildings on lots larger than 929mÂ˛. This will allow for better visibility and sightlines where buildings appear too close to the road, and will allow for increased room for shallow utilities. â&#x20AC;˘ The wording for â&#x20AC;&#x153;lakesideâ&#x20AC;? lots meant that fences along roads for these parcels could be 6.5 ft. high. This has now been clariďŹ ed so on â&#x20AC;&#x153;lakesideâ&#x20AC;? parcels, the roadside maximum height is 4 ft., and the side and lakeside fences can be up to 6.5 ft. (just like all other lots in the village). â&#x20AC;˘ Bringing back an allowance for occasional exceptions to the limit of 2 RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s per lot. The proposal allows approval of up to 4 RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 3 times per year for up to 5 days at a time.

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Municipal Address: Applicant: Proposed Development:

The Public Hearing will be a part of a Special Meeting of Council for the Summer Village of White Sands. Â Copies of the proposed Bylaw are available at the Town of Stettler OfďŹ ce during ofďŹ ce hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or online at www.summervillageofwhitesands.ca.

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Anyone affected by this amendment may make written submissions before 12:00 p.m., Friday, August 28, 2015 to Graham Scott, CAO, Box 280, Stettler, ABÂ T0C 2L0 or gscott@stettler.net. The Public Hearing for the Bylaw 153-15 will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2015, at 9:00am in the White Sands Village Hall at 8 Front Street, White Sands, Alberta.

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The Big Valley Ag. Society is now accepting tenders for the position of Kitchen Caretaker for the 2015-2016 season. Interested applicants should submit their tenders to Box 7 Big Valley, AB T0J 0G0 by September 20, 2015. For questions, please call 403-740-5223. The Big Valley Ag. Society is now accepting tenders for the position of Arena Caretaker for the 2015-2016 season. Interested applicants should submit their tenders to Box 7 Big Valley, AB T0J 0G0 by September 20, 2015. For questions, please call 403-740-5223.

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Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300

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cooking for her family, started working part time at the Auction Mart for Ed Emmett. Many memorable recollections their children remember are where their dad, Art, brought a merry-go-round, which everyone (children and adult) enjoyed. These children also had a hockey area, which was set up on the station platform, ball games just west of the station platform and dug snow tunnels in the drifts along the snow fences. Children never lacked things to do. They were also involved in CGIT, Explorers, Cubs and Scout programs. Art and his wife enjoyed curling and especially dancing, attending most dances that were held at the Botha Hall. Ilene also was an assistant Cub leader for many years, and also a member of the UCW. In 1968, Art retired from the Coun-

try Shop and they moved to Stettler. Ilene started working in the nursing home until Art’s passing on June 11, 1983. Ilene remarried in October 1986 to Arnold Stewart, a former Botha resident and they moved to Bashaw. There is one special event coming up in the very near future. On Saturday, Aug. 29, from 2 to 5 p.m., there will be a special event at the Stettler Elevator. Supper will be from 4 to 5 p.m.,, so watch out for more information on this, and come out and learn more how elevators worked in them days. Stettler Elevator is one of the very few elevators left in Alberta, so make sure you keep this date in mind. Everyone is more than welcome to attend this special event. Gwenda and Robin Gravely had a very exciting time last weekend when they had all family show up and enjoy the weekend with them.

It is the Bull-a-Rama weekend Rose Koenraadt and Dorothy Anderson HALKIRK HERALD For 20 years, the Halkirk Elks’ Bull-aRama has been the pinnacle of the village’s social activities. The quality and variety of entertainment it offers continues to draw participants and spectators from far beyond the community’s boundaries. While we continue to feature perennial favourites like the bull and bronc riding, the mutton busting (ages four to six), the wild pony races (ages seven to 14) and the ladies’ races, each year we introduce new attractions to keep the show fresh and lively. This year, we are fea-

turing the Liberty Horse Act and the Wild Hearted trick riders. For the younger set ,there’s a kids boot race, face painting and the money pit. Over the years, we’ve drawn crowds as large as a thousand folk and the Elks are again gearing up for a large attendance, The Bull-a Rama’s ongoing success can be attributed to the professional level of competition, the generous support of sponsors and, let’s not forget, the hard work and many hours donated by volunteers. All our volunteers deserve a hearty thanks, with a special mention to Bob and Maxine Baird, whose expert advice and assistance have proven

invaluable over the years. While making a profit is not our primary goal, any surplus we do generate is distributed at the end of the year to worthy, usually local causes, such as the Halkirk school, the Valley ski club and other kid related activities. Historically we’ve been quite fortunate with the weather for this event. The gates open at 2 p.m. with the opening ceremonies at 3:30. Lets keep our fingers crossed and hope we are once again favoured with warm, sunny Alberta skies the coming weekend. A lively group of family and friends gathered at the hall on Sunday af-

ternoon to help Velma Chick celebrate her 85th birthday. The travelers came from far and wide throughout Alberta to visit and enjoy the bountiful buffet meal served by the family. Happy birthday, Velma! Jan and Rose Koenraadt attended a family gathering in Calgary on Sunday. Thirty plus family members from Rose’s mom’s side enjoyed a pot-luck dinner at a community club house. Coming up – Sept. 2 – start of a new school year; Sept. 3 –Bingo back at the hall at 7:30. Mark Oct. 17 on your calendar – it’s the Elks annual Oyster Fry and White elephant sale.

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Louise Bellair BOTHA BOOSTER A big congratulations goes out to Matt and Dorris Morris on their anniversary last Saturday, Aug 15, sorry about this being late. But I hope you had a fantastic day. Bingo tonight starting at 7:15 p.m. at the seniors’ centre. Make sure you come on out tonight as you could be the lucky one who wins the Jackpot, which hasn’t been won for a while, so it’s been growing. Let’s look at the last pioneer I can locate anything on who worked on the elevators here in Botha. Art and Ilene Rock and their six children moved to Botha on Oct. 1, 1961, and made their home in the CPR station house. Art worked as a mechanic at the Botha Garage from 1961-1964 and than worked at the Country Shop until he retired in 1973. Ilene, after years of

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Paulette Heer GADSBY/WESTWOODS NEWS Summer is slowly coming to an end, school is only a couple weeks away; and with this in mind, Gadsby Decoration Day is also a couple weeks away. Mark Sunday, Aug. 30 on your calendars and start the day with brunch at the Gadsby Church building provided by the Heritage Society. Doors open 11 a.m. till 1 p.m. Then it’s on to the cemetery for Decoration Day. The Legion service begins at 2 p.m.; coffee and donuts provided by the Omega Circle following the service. This is a day to remember our veterans, our loved ones that are gone but also to see long time friends of the community that have moved away but return home for the day. Congratulations to Tamara (Thomas) McPhearson who has just received

her degree in Bachelor of Human Sciences from the Athabasca University. The Big Knife 4H Beef Club is gearing up for the coming season. July 29 saw their awards night and banquet, held in Botha Hall which was well attended. All members received their achievement plaque. Grand Champion market steer went to Shayla Derr; Reserve to Keyonna Derr; Champion Commercial to Rylee Jacobson; Purebred female to Kathryn Dolliver; Club “rate of gain” to Alex Skocdopole and Champion Club Judging to MacKenzie Hankins. There were many other awards too numerous to list. Congratulations to all and best wishes for the coming season. The Beef Club also enjoyed a bus trip to Calaway Park this summer. The club took in the fun week in Olds with Junae Ventnor, Shayla Derr and McKenzie Hankins participating. These were all great times.

Bill and Joyce Hansel enjoyed a visit from granddaughter Karla and Dylan James and family from Drayton Valley who came on Saturday. They all headed into Stettler to the Waterpark to help McKenna Hansel celebrate her eighth birthday. Prior to this, on July 31, Grandson Devin Trennery and his girlfriend Heather popped in to Bill and Joyce’s. His mom Sandy Trennery came out and Uncle Larry Hansel were all there when Devin and Heather announced their engagement. A happy time indeed! This past Sunday, Aug. 16 they attended great grandson #13 Brett’s first birthday. This was held at Cadogan at his parents, Jeff and Kathy Botting. Happy birthday to Velvet Nickerson who was invited to Sandra Rowland’s for lunch, this turned into a surprise birthday lunch with Mary Ann Russell and Angela Rowland there as well.

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