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Drills for the Broncs before the season starts Story on page 23

The original Presbyterian Church built in Ponoka in 1903 Story on page 5

Day in the Park Town Coun. Marc Yaworski creates some trouble by splattering whipped cream on Coun. Loanna Gulka Friday, Aug. 28 during the Day in the Park event. Please see our story on page 15. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Town allowed to disregard FOIP requests on 38 Street BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Town of Ponoka administration no longer needs to respond to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) requests related to 38 Street controversy. The decision was made by Jill Clayton, information and privacy commissioner, and made public on Friday, Aug. 28, referring to 14 specific information requests made by four individuals on that particular matter. Although the names of the individuals in question were not provided, Bill Kuncio confirmed he and Nick Kohlman are two of

“I am … authorizing the Town to disregard any further requests relating to the ‘issues at hand’ from the respondents, which is any issue about the 38th Street Local Improvement.” Jill Clayton, FOIP Commissioner

the four mentioned in the privacy commissioner’s findings. Kohlman requested 14 pieces of information from town administration on Aug. 27, 2014. On Sept. 24, 2014, then acting CAO Betty Quinlan requested that Clayton authorize the town to disregard the requests, and

any further requests on 38 Street. Current CAO Rachel Kunz told council of Clayton’s letter Tuesday, Aug. 25 during a committee of the whole meeting. “Our submission was that the answer was not possible or the answer was given,” said Kunz.

In her findings, Clayton said the town responded to three requests from Kohlman, a fourth request was deemed a repetitive question once reworded and the 10 other requests were seen as already provided by the town. “I am granting the Town’s application and authorizing the Town to disregard the remaining ten of the respondents’ fourteen access requests contained in the August 25, 2014 letter,” explained Clayton. “I am also granting the Town’s application and authorizing the Town to disregard any further requests relating to the

‘issues at hand’ from the respondents, which is any issue about the 38th Street Local Improvement,” she added. The three issues that were addressed by the town were documents showing the Descon Engineering costs for 2007 and the total amount of payments for the project, documentation on the frontage of one property — which was not provided in the report — and cost of legal expenses for the project, which included appeals and FOIP requests. As for the rest, Clayton stated most of the requests are repetitious and of a systematic nature. She added

that the first respondent, Kohlman, had a goal to establish the truth on whether the town engaged in wrongdoing. She offered in the report that in 2002 the privacy commissioner at the time decided that was an improper use of the FOIP Act and she agreed. Clayton concluded by saying the town can disregard future applications from the respondents, or anyone acting on their behalf. Kuncio confirmed after this decision that he and Kohlman have little to no options left regarding 38 Street.

Residents wanted for input in town budget process BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

For the first time in many years, Town of Ponoka residents will be included in the budget process. Residents will be able to help influence and shape the future of Ponoka during a budget open house, set for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 at the Hudson Green NaRR1 Falun, AB T0C 1H0

ture and Activity Centre. This year planners are giving residents a voice in where they want to see money channelled, said Donna Brinkworth, communications officer with the Town of Ponoka. Last year, council opened the doors – also a first – to the budget deliberation process, which saw some interest from resi-

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“What we want to do with the budget is get a feeling of what matters most to people.” Donna Brinkworth Communications Officer, Town of Ponoka

“What we want to do with the budget is get a feeling of what matters most to people,” explained Brinkworth. She says no stone will be left unturned when looking at ideas for Ponoka’s future and determining where money should go.

“Every idea we get, we’re going to list it.” To help guide residents, a survey is being provided with areas of focus such as thinking of Ponoka as a place for young families, seniors, sports and recreation, business and industry and other areas such as infrastructure needs. “When we go forward with the budget we (will) have a sense of values,” said Brinkworth of the survey. Residents are asked to prioritize answers in the survey from one to five and there are spaces for additional comments. Another question asks: If you could spend $20,000,

or add $50 to everyone’s annual property taxes, what would you like to see this money spent on? “It will help shape the vision for Ponoka,” said Brinkworth. Other questions relate to what residents like about Ponoka and what they would like to see remain the same. Surveys will be made available online, at the workshop and drop boxes around the community. Brinkworth said once all the data is compiled, the information will be provided to the public to provide them with an idea of what is important to residents. The more people who take part in the open house

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and the survey, the better planners and councillors will be able to set a vision for Ponoka, added Brinkworth. Part of the open house will have councillors asking informal questions to residents. Brinkworth says this is a chance for council to listen to what matters most to residents. This first open house will be a framework for expanding to the town’s open budget deliberation process, said Brinkworth. She said council wants to continue to improve on engaging residents. Treats will be made available to attendees as well.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

RCMP deals with traffic offences Possession of cannabis/ marihuana The Sheriff’s department initiated a traffic stop on Aug. 28 west of Ponoka on Highway 53 for a ve-

hicle that was speeding. A strong odor of marihuana was emanating from the vehicle. RCMP were then called to the scene to assist in a vehicle search. A male

was charged with “possession for the purpose of trafficking.” A total of 47.49 grams of marihuana was seized from the vehicle.

Speeds in excess of 170 km/h Police pulled over a vehicle on Aug. 30 that was driving in excess of 170 km/h in a 110 km/h zone.

A 40-year-old male was charged with exceeding maximum speed limit established for highway. He is to appear in court November 12, 2015.

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Suspicious activity Police received a call on Aug. 24 in regards to two vehicles parked facing the wrong way on a street. A male and female were sitting on the curb. The hood and doors of the vehicles were wide open. Police attended and realized that one car had broken down and was being boosted by the second vehicle. When RCMP ran the plate, it came back as stolen. The 31- year-old male has been charged with possession of stolen property, and will appear in court Sept. 18. Causing disturbance Police responded to a call on Aug. 25 of an intoxicated female screaming and crying. A witness on the scene was reporting that female had a pipe, but had dropped it on the ground and was pounding on the witness’s vehicle with her hands. When police arrived, the female had left the scene and was located at the intersection of Hwy 2A and 48 Avenue. Female was topless. The 18-year-old female was arrested and lodged in cells until sober. Semi rollover on Highway 2 Ponoka and Innisfail Traffic Members responded to a 911 call on Highway 2 in the middle of the southbound lanes. A semi had rolled and was blocking both lanes of traffic. The highway was closed for approximately 45 minutes and traffic diverted. The semi, hauling rubber, had become top heavy as the vehicle was entering Highway 2 from Highway 53. Speed was also a factor in the accident. The 65-year-old driver of the truck was charged with “failing to drive in center of lane.”

Semi rollover on Highway 2: The southbound lanes of Highway 2 were closed for some time Wednesday, Aug. 26 near the Highway 53 exit after a semi tractor, loaded with recycled tires, rolled and dumped its load on the highway. There were no injuries but the driver was charged with failing to maintain the centre lane. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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Religion

How much are you eclipsed by possession?

Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship

CHURCH DIRECTORY Associated Gospel Churches of Canada

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PONOKA

Beatrix Schirner Ponoka United Church

Sr. Pastor Paul Spate

Erin Dirsten - Fac. Youth & Family Min. & James Crosina - Fac. of Community Life

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Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

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

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

PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur

403-783-5659

Sunday @ 10:30 a.m. Corner of Hwy 53 & Hwy 2A (former Crossroads Restaurant)

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PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Minister: Beatrix Schirner

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Sunday Service 10:00 am. 5020-52 Ave. Ponoka

Phone: 403-783-4087

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH PASTOR DAVE BEAUDOIN 6230-57 Ave. Ph. 403-783-6404 Saturdays 9:30 - 12 Noon dsjjb@xplornet.com ponokaadventist.ca

SONRISE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

Pastor W. Delleman Worship Service 10:30 a.m. ½ mile south of Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury

403-783-6012 • www.sonriseponoka.com

ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Shimit Abraham CFIC Mass Times: 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 9:00 a.m. Sunday

5113 - 52 Ave., Ponoka, T4J 1H6 403-783-4048 stachurch@shaw.ca

ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Rev. Donna Willer Rev. Marty Tuer, Honourary Assistant

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Sunday Service: Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. www.stmarysanglicanponoka.com

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141 Sunday Service: 10:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Pastor Tim Graff • trinityponoka.ca

ZION CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Fred Knip 9 miles east on Hwy 53 403-782-9877 Jr. Church during service for children Sunday Service 10:30 am

Lately I have found myself letting go of things. It started when we got home from vacation a couple of weeks ago. My desktop in my study was such a mess I couldn’t easily work at it. I dealt with each item until the surface was once again visible. Hallelujah! Now, I’ve done this many times in the past. What is dif-

ferent this time is the deep desire to keep it that way, cleared off before the end of each day. When I returned to my study at the church, I found myself doing the same thing. The recycling bin saw lots of use, and the surface of the desk reappeared. Hallelujah! The urge to purge paper is unabated, now focusing on the file cabinet. It is fascinating how such a simple activity gives rise to feelings of expansiveness and freedom. We are blessed to have a Thrift Shop in the church so that giving away no longer wanted items of clothing is made very simple. My closet has already donated some treasured pieces that haven’t seen the light of day for some time. My husband has been urging me to let go of more

books. That’s always the hardest for me. Ecclesiastes tells us that there is a time to keep, and a time to throw away. I know a man in our community who has been giving away one thing a day from his home for several years now. I stand in awe. There is much to laud decluttering and simplifying our lives. Not the least of which is the need to be free of the control that our possessions hold over us. Jesus had an encounter with a man who sought to live a life dedicated to God. He claimed that he followed the commandments and then some, but still wanted to know what else he could do. Jesus said, “If you want to give it all you’ve got, go sell your possessions; give everything to the poor. All

your wealth will then be in heaven. Then come follow me.” (Matthew 19:21) The man left, stricken, because he couldn’t let go of his possessions. The hold they had on him prevented him entering a new adventure in faith. John Philip Newell, a Celtic theologian, asks, “What do we need to let go of in order for new birth to happen?” Old ideas and judgmental thinking come to mind; prejudices that keep us stuck in rigidity. Attachment to certain ways of doing things sometimes interferes with the ability to see new opportunities. What in your life bogs you down? Where are you stuck? What is waiting to be birthed? What do you need to let go of in order for that newness to draw its first breath?

Edmonton man receives house arrest after flight from police BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

An Edmonton man received six months of house arrest at the Ponoka provincial court Friday, Aug. 28 after pleading guilty to fleeing from police. Events leading to the arrest on April 22 earlier this year involved evading police and travelling at speeds in excess of 170 km/h on Highway 53 before crashing into some trees. Crown prosecutor Steve Degen told the court that Morgan Lockwood was charged by police with several offenses including dangerous driving, failing to stop and having no insurance and valid licence. A high-risk takedown was initiated by officers, whereby it is reported that Lockwood and some passengers escaped from the vehicle before Lockwood returned. The rest were found with help from the police dog services. When Lockwood returned to the scene the officer told him to lie down but he did not comply with the requests. Degen said Lockwood told the officer to, “Just shoot me.” “He strikes me as an individual . . . that can be easily influenced by other people,” said Degen of his recommendation of six months of house arrest. He added part of the conditional order would be for Lockwood to find work or go back to school as well as be placed under community service hours. “He needs a little help and guidance,” added defense counsel Rick Wyrozub. When Judge G. Yake asked Lockwood for comments, he replied that it was the first time he had ever driven a vehicle. “I will never be doing stuff like that again.” “You’re very lucky to be alive,” added Yake. Among the many conditions of the house arrest, Lockwood must have no contact with the other individuals involved in the collision and he received a 12-month driving prohibition. Over $5,000 in fines for motorcyclist Travelling at speeds in excess of 175 km/h on Highway 2 on a motorcycle with no insurance or a proper licence landed Luke Bond, a Sherwood Park resident with fines of more than $5,000. Degen told the court that highway officers had to travel at 200 km/h on March 15 for some time to be able to catch up with Bond. Once caught up, Degen stated the officer witnessed

the 24-year-old Bond look back, speed ahead between two vehicles before changing his mind and pulling over. Bond pled guilty to four of the seven charges related to the events. Judge Yake suggested jail time would need to be considered. Defense counsel Greg Worobec replied that the early plea and quick change of mind to stop for police, and no criminal activity related to fleeing police may be cause for fines rather than jail time. “Mr. Bond sold the motorcycle shortly after this incident,” he added, referring to steps taken to change his life around. Yake ordered a one-year driving prohibition and warned Bond to ensure to pay his fines and not to drive until allowed. “It’s not unusual that you could go to jail if you’re convicted,” added Yake, regarding following the orders. Bond said he was prepared to pay the fine as soon as possible. Impaired driver receives fine and driving prohibition The decision to drive while impaired with a blood-alcohol level of .31 landed Lee Kopitoski with a $3,000 fine and a 12-month driving prohibition. Degen told the court that a concerned motorist called in a complaint July 24 of an erratic driver on Highway 2A north of Ponoka. Eventually the vehicle crashed into the railway tracks becoming stuck and needing to be moved. Upon arrival, police located Kopitoski when he subsequently failed the roadside blood-alcohol test. He admitted to police at the detachment that he is a functional alcoholic. Duty counsel David Paull said Kopitoski is “extremely remorseful and ashamed” for his actions. Since the incident, he lost his job as a third year apprentice plumber because he could not drive. “I regret what I’ve done and never again will I be that stupid,” added Kopitoski. Judge Yake warned that jail time is a distinct possibility with cases like this. “Your readings are astronomical.” After hearing that Kopitoski is taking steps to deal with his alcoholism, Yake added he was pleased to see those steps in action. He ordered the fine and the driving prohibition and gave Kopitoski six to eight months to pay the fine. He added that if Kopitoski makes the effort to pay the fine but cannot complete it, a request for an extension can be made to the judge before Feb. 26 next year.

PONOKA NEWS 5

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Reflections of Ponoka

Ponoka United Church has served our community since 1895 BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

In 1879, when the first white settlers began trickling into this Battle River area to establish their new farms, homes and businesses, they were happy to be able to hold occasional worship services in whatever locations they could find. The only building in the tiny Village of Ponoka in 1894 was the railway station, and it was there in 1895 that the first meeting was held and led by Reverend John Fernie, a lively Scotch Presbyterian from Lacombe for the purpose of beginning to satisfy the deep need of providing a permanent place to host family church services and Sunday school for the residents of the rapidly growing community and surrounding districts. With great faith in God, a committee was quickly appointed and plans were formulated for obtaining $1,000 for the purpose of erecting a new church and manse building. It was a fact, however, that the initial amount that they received was actually $60, from which they used the sum of $14.75 to purchase some village lots that many decades later became the sight of the Central Alberta Dairy Pool. The committee, with the help and enthusiasm of the congregation and local volunteers, went out and gathered many logs and erected a building 16 by 24 on their new land, with some of the best wood taken to Mr. Kennedy, who was the superintendent of the first Sunday School and taught the classes during services in the train station. The wood was fashioned into 25 fine pews, which were used for many decades in the primary department of the Ponoka United Church. In May of 1896, the first church in the Village of Ponoka was ready for occupancy, and proudly played host to the Presbyterians on Wednesday evenings, the Methodists on Sundays, and the Anglicans once a month. For the rest of the week, the building was used to conduct classes of the local school for a three month fee of $1, which was added to what little money they could gather to make the church more comfortable. In those early days of faithful worship, a collection was taken on alternate weeks, which averaged around 82 cents, and would not be quite enough to raise the minister’s yearly stipend to $20 as was requested. With a growing church congregation and support from the community and districts, the financial position improved by 1900 and on October 1, the Reverend John Mair would become the first ordained Presbyterian Minister in Ponoka with the promise of a yearly salary of $208. The rural pastoral charge of the Ponoka church was also later extended into the districts of Sylvan side and Eastside. By 1903, the grand old log church had completely outgrown its early calling, and the Presbyterians would build a new church on the site of the present Ponoka United Church. During those early years, many other churches sprung up and grew at a rapid pace in and around the community for the next two decades as more and more families reached out for faith and friendship, and to be blessed by countless other activities in those tiny but busy sanctuaries.

A real milestone for the church community came in 1925 when the Methodists and Presbyterians united across Canada, and here in Ponoka the Union Church of Ponoka was renamed the Ponoka United Church. In 1932, Hazel Hill became an additional preaching point, the pastoral charge was extended to the Zion Wood River church in 1939, and Interdenominational Sunday school was also offered for children of residents of the Ponoka Mental Hospital. Although the war years were quieter at the church, worship remained strong, and to justify the steady demand for a larger church and more facilities, the result from a great deal of faithful support was the opening of a brand new church on the present site on December 16, 1951. Some of the countless family activities that were added to the United Church congregation and extended out into the community included a Couples Club for Young Adults, the Triple M Club for Misses-Mr’s, and Misses, the Vacation Bible School, the United Church Teen Club and Hi-C group, Trail Rangers/Tuxes and Tyros, C.G.I.T. and Explorers for the girls, Mission Band, Cradle Roll and Baby Band, Bible Study sessions for adults, as well as the longstanding Sunday School classes, senior and youth choirs, United Church Women and Men’s Club, the Good Shepherds, who assisted the less fortunate in the community, and so much more. Ongoing renovations, improvements, additions, and maintenance took place through the busy ‘50s, but with the Church Board entering into the Sector Plan in 1959, a substantial increase occurred in both membership and financial backing, and on April 3, 1960, plans were approved to proceed with the construction of a new sanctuary and manse. A dedication service for the new manse took place on September 11, 1961, then the new sanctuary was completed and blessed by over 700 guests on September 6, 1963. During the celebration, proud recognition was extended to the countless pastors and generations of United Church families, volunteers, community and districts for their keen fellowship and support over an exciting and faithful span of those first glorious 70 years. In the years that followed, many more renovations have continued in all areas of the Ponoka United Church, as well

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The Ponoka United Church in 1943. It was the original Presbyterian Church built in our community in 1903.

as reaching out to the community by hosting many weekly events in the sanctuary, the Thrift Shop, and the spacious adjoining halls and facilities. Thousand of folks of all ages look forward to attending such annual community presentations as the Kinsmen Carol Festival, Gymanfa Ganu, coffee and fellowship for the residents of Northcott and Rimoka Lodges, and on and on.

A delightful new partnership In 2008, the Ponoka United Church entered into a wonderful partnership with the talented community and district-based Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society, and together over the years, they have worked as a strong team in sharing the building, while hosting many amazing theatrical musical and arts productions for the pleasure of

thousands of guests of all ages from near and far. Their latest efforts have resulted in a complete renovation to the sanctuary that features the addition of comfortable elevated seating and much more. Everyone is invited to attend the re-dedication of the United Church Sanctuary on Sunday-September 13,

2015 at 10 a.m. A lunch will follow from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as well as a program from 1 to 2 p.m. with an unique opportunity to meet and greet the church members as well as the congenial cast and crew of Klaglahanchie, who come from all age groups and walks of life and love to have lots of fun entertaining others.

Remember When...

Photo from PJHS Yearbook

In celebration of going back to school, we present this week Ponoka Junior High School 1961 Grade 7 class. Shown in the back row from left to right are Shirley Ronnie, Eric Lafoy, Vivian Bruns, Annie Lenz, Susan Edwards, Joan Trennery, and Gwen Parker; then in the middle row is Teacher Mrs. M. Astley, Gayle Paterson, Douglas Hart, Ursula Graumann, Carol Murray, Mina Bossenberry, Ronald Schimpf, and Allen Geary. Featured in the front row from left to right are Ronald Brown, Bruce Hinkley, Margaret Rees, Judith Schantz, Howard Quast, Douglass Moller, and Gerald Brachmann.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Opinion

Thoughts stemming from the refugee crisis

Mustafa Eric

Editor

We are living in an increasingly twisted world: The news of the controversy of a website designed to encourage people to cheat on their spouses takes precedence over the tragic news of hundreds of thousands of refugees fleeing

wars, oppression and misery in the Middle East and North Africa; a US president pays a visit to the Arctic ostensibly to promote policies against climate change just a few weeks after allowing a multinational oil company to drill for oil in that very Arctic Sea to produce more greenhouse gases responsible for the global warming; the more the US-led coalition conducts air strikes, the more the ISIS becomes entrenched in the territories it controls, now even to the point of minting their own money. Being facts of life, how are we supposed to look at those contradictions? Should we accept them as they come, make an effort to change them, ponder on these matters for a while and then forget all about them?

These questions stem from a phone call I received from a reader last week. The elderly lady at the other end of the line was asking whether the townsfolk could be invited to think about the miserable conditions of the hundreds of thousands of refugees making the news over the past few weeks, either with their deaths by drowning in the seas or by suffocating in a truck abandoned on a highway or with their immensely difficult journeys. She was even suggesting that the town leadership make an effort to have some of the refugees relocated in the town on a temporary basis just to relieve their suffering for a bit. I was having mixed feelings when I hung up the phone: I was torn between my respect for the concern the

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caller had felt for those people in search of safety, security and a decent life thousands of miles away from Canada and my cynical realism that said it would never happen, especially under the current circumstances with an economy in decline. Since the dawn of history, human kind has been not only been transforming Mother Nature, its only space to live, but doing that in an increasingly destructive manner? Why? Because humankind has turned the two of the most basic processes for survival, eating and reproduction, into sources of pleasure, the only species to do so. The urge to satisfy those pleasures has whipped up the aggressive nature of the human being and over mil-

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lennia we have just become slaves of our greed to have more of both food and sex. But greed has a habit of being contagious, greed for better and tastier food and sex has turned into greed for more of everything, clothing, accommodation, entertainment, and power; and we have created economic systems and went into global wars to quench the thirst for more of everything. And we still keep doing the same thing, creating conflicts for more power and control. Now well into the second decade of the 21st century, take a look, if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mind, at the frequency of our TV ads: Online dating sites and fast food chains are the most advertised businesses, an indication that commercial interest is still very high in making money by urging

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people to satisfy their two basic pleasures through the services offered by this or the other company. This is not to say that human species is the only destructive one when it comes to harming the nature; if, for example, the elephant population had not been checked by ivory poachers, most parts of Africa or Southeast Asia would have been trampled by elephant herds by now. But the process of natural selection would still be able to return the balance to the environment. The problem with what we have been doing is unique: We are harming our own kind and our habitat in such a way that there is no point of return. Do you see any light at the end of the tunnel that it might change?

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

County looks at sewage odor issues at Bluffton A review by Alberta Transportation suggested the MG 30 also helps keep aggregate in place, added Reeve Paul McLauchlin. Cutforth said the county will test the product in the spring of 2016. Road allowance request passes first step Council passed first reading of a road use allowance after hearing no

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Planners with Ponoka County are looking at ways to mitigate issues of sewage odors in Bluffton homes. Companies that collect sewage from county residents have been dumping effluent into a manhole, which sends the waste to be treated in the Bluffton sewage treatment facility. However, nearby owners have been complaining of a strong smell in their homes. To help look at solutions, the county hired ROHI Engineering to provide a cursory review and make recommendations to solve the issue. After looking at the potential options, two of which involved installing a new manhole, Reeve Paul McLauchlin suggested companies may have to restrict the times they dump the waste. The cost of installing a new manhole, including supplies, could be approximately $15,000 according to Randall Trites of ROHI Engineering.. CAO Charlie Cutforth added if that doesn’t work, the county may have to look into creating a permanent arrangement with the Town of Rimbey to dump the waste. Coun. Mark Matejka questioned why the county should be paying for the service when it is something from residents. Cutforth replied he feels it is a service that will be expected of the county by residents. County to meet with Town of Ponoka on fire services agreement A meeting between Ponoka County and the Town of Ponoka is set for Monday, Sept. 14 to negotiate a new fire services agreement. McLauchlin said he requested the meeting to be open to the public and to allow recording secretaries to be present. At the time of publication it was not known if those requests were answered. No show for tax penalty complaint Councillors with Ponoka County took no action on a complaint over a tax penalty after a no-show from the resident. Residents Corrine and Kevin Gross were scheduled to speak with county council Tuesday, Aug. 25 during the regular meeting to discuss the tax penalty of

opposition to a request by Dwayne Robins. The request is to close half a mile of Range Road 275 south of Township Road 445. Closing and leasing that area of undeveloped road requires approval from Alberta Transportation, which is why council only approved first reading. Cutforth expects an answer in the next few months.

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Just a good looking guy looking for a great home $183.57. CAO Charlie Cutforth said for the most part there are few tax penalties in the county and there are usually extenuating circumstances why taxes aren’t paid. “As a new purchaser, under normal circumstances I would take care of that,” said Cutforth. He said there were some issues with this account, which is why it was brought to council for decision. Initially the taxes of $1,835.65 were unpaid as the municipal address the county received from the family’s purchase of the home was incorrect, said Cutforth. Once the correct address was found, the Gross family did pay the taxes but protested the penalty. The tax penalty remains unchanged.

Menaik Road paving The county received a $1.5 million grant to pave five and a half miles of Menaik Road. Cutforth told council that amount will provide funding for approximately one to one and a half miles of the full project. “We need to come up with $4 million to $4.5 million.” A deadline is set for 2017 to use the grant money and Cutforth recommended the county start widening the road in the sprint to help prepare for the paving. Testing out new dust suppression County planners will be testing out a new dust abatement chemical called MG 30, which is also supposed to help stabilize soil, on Wooddale Road (seven miles) and Baker Road (five miles).

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Working with Alberta’s education budget a balancing act BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

While the new government has removed cuts in Alberta’s education, the price of a barrel of oil is still challenging planners, says Alberta’s assistant deputy education minister. Gene Williams spoke to teachers with Wolf Creek Public Schools Wednesday, Aug. 26 at Ponoka Secondary Campus about initiatives for education planners. He

said changes in the provincial leadership has been refreshing, but the focus is always on students. The push for stable funding in education is coming from Premier Rachel Notley and Education Minister David Eggen, explained Williams. Part of that drive includes emphasis on First Nations students, where Williams says there is a large gap in learning compared to non-aboriginal students. “We know we

Alberta Education’s assistant deputy minister Gene Williams speaks to WCPS teachers Wednesday, Aug. 26 at PSC during their pre-school year conference. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

need to provide supports on that in the fall.” Student population increases while the dollar drops As the price of a barrel of oil drops, the student population is doing the exact opposite. There are expected to be another 12,000 students enrolling in schools this year, which is going to increase costs of education. To deal with these challenges, Alberta Education is looking at money that school divisions across the province have been saving. “If you’re saving for a purpose, when does that money get used?” asked Williams. He added there is approximately $400 million saved by divisions across the province and he suggests planners want to know why the money is being saved. Students, said Williams, should be the focus behind whether that money is used. A question from the audience asked if money could be saved by the removal of the diploma exams. Williams answered the province needs a way to assess students’ education. He added that Student Learning Assessment tests such as those taken in grades 3, 6 and 9 help parents see where their children’s skills are and provides taxpayers a way to see those results. Teacher leader development The new government is not responding to recommendations from a Task Force for Teaching Excellence report. When the findings were released in

May, 2014, Alberta Education drew fire from several groups, including the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA). Williams said teacher leader development is still a priority for the province, but a new group of stakeholders, 25 in total, including teachers, the ATA, the Alberta School Boards Association, First Nations and superintendents, will be weighing in on how that could look. “Some of the things we’re talking about is the teacher quality standard,” explained Williams. He added planners are looking at all aspects of leadership development for teachers. Changes to diploma exam weighting School trustee Bob Huff asked how teachers can prepare students for post-secondary education considering changes to this year’s diploma exam weighting. Starting this school year, outcomes will be weighted more heavily on the exams written during the school year, 70 per cent, while the final exam will have a 30 per cent weight in the assessment of success. In previous years, the weighting was a 50/50 split. Williams answered that universities and colleges were consulted before making the decision and he said planners responded that there will be no change to how new students are evaluated. Williams took other questions from attendees and spoke on areas such as funding for rural schools and career and technology studies.

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BE A PART OF BUDGET PLANNING TO HELP SHAPE PONOKA’S FUTURE Come to the Budget Community Open House on September 9, 4:30 – 6:30, Hudson’s Green Centre B is for Budget. B is also for BE heard, BE informed and BE a part of it. For the first time, the Town of Ponoka is reaching out to its citizens, asking what matters the most to them. This valuable information will help make better, more informed decisions now and in the future. Because this is the first year we are asking for community involvement, we are taking the approach of ‘let’s learn about each other,’ says Betty Quinlan, Director of Corporate Services.“We are asking everyone to complete an online survey to tell us about the things they value about our hometown, and where their priorities lie. One question asks – If you had $20,000 what would you spend it on? It’s about finding out where the hearts and minds of the community are, and integrating that information into the nuts and bolts of budget planning.” This is an opportunity for people to understand and influence decisions about projects and spending that impact them directly, such as: taxes, lifestyle, infrastructure, property values, safety, aesthetics, social values and the environment,” adds Betty Quinlan. “The budget for 2016 will be tight, but it is important to all of us that the community knows they are being listened to and their views are valuable and respected.” What will people find at the Open House? “We hope people will come out to chat, ask questions and review information. We’ll have hard copies of the survey and sheets where we hope people will list ideas and share opinions,” says Betty Quinlan.“We’re also sharing information about the process and timelines. The Open House is aimed at creating a real working partnership with the community. Working together, we can make a real difference now and in the future. It’s exciting to take this step.”

This is a ﬁrst step, leading to even more robust engagement down the road. Last year the Town opened the doors up so people could sit in and listen to our deliberations. This year, we are gathering some valuable feedback about values and priorities. It is our chance to hear from citizens, and a chance for people to learn more about the process and how the town sets priorities and makes decisions. This is a foundation to even greater involvement in the future. The Budget Community Open House is September 9 from 4:30 – 6:30 at the Hudson’s Green Activity Centre. The survey will be posted online and paper copies will also be available with drop boxes at all Town facilities.

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HOMETOWN NEWS

The next meeting of Council will be on September 8 at 7:00 PM, Hudson’s Green Activity Centre.You are welcome to attend all Town Council meetings to listen to discussions and decisions. Agenda packages are posted on the website ‘Town Hall’ in advance of every Council meeting.

GET INVOLVED! BUDGET COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE – September 9 from 4:30 – 6:30, Hudson’s Green Activity Centre. Ask questions, talk to staff and Town Council, share your ideas, learn about the budget process. Be heard, Be informed, Be a part of the plan! See you there!

TOWN NOTICES Recycling Roundup September 12 – Come out from 9-4 to the Town’s Waste Transfer Site. For details visit the new website page: Working Together (link at the top of our home page on Ponoka.ca Paper shredding from 9 - 12 by donation to Ponoka FCSS. Kids are back at school – drive safely and obey all speed zone signs! Join the TOP Team – Town of Ponoka Employment – Current opportunities are posted on the website Electrical pole replacement program will continue in Riverside the month of September along with system upgrades throughout the Town. Aquaplex is closed for annual maintenance August 31 – September 13. Aquaplex pass holders can use the Kinsmen Centre in Lacombe at no charge during this time. Road alignment as part of the bridge replacement project is now underway. Check Facebook and the Website for updates.

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5-8 pm: Community Registration & Info Night at the Kinsmen Recreation Centre If you are interested in the Recreation Master Plan & Facility Development Study, you can speak to the consultants while you are signing up for community programs. Look for their display. … once you’ve registered, why not head over to another community open house 5 minutes away! …. 7-8:30 pm: Land Use Bylaw Community Review – Hudson’s Green Activity Centre We invite residents, business, and industry to learn more about it and how you can help shape this bylaw to meet our changing needs.This bylaw is about homes and neighbourhoods too – please come learn more. Coming soon: Check events information on the Town Calendar visit Ponoka.ca > homepage September 12: Down Hill Derby – registration closes September 4 September 18: U of A vs U of C Ladies Hockey Game at the arena

WEEKLY PROFILE Betty Quinlan, Director of Corporate Services Betty Quinlan celebrates 10 years with the Town of Ponoka this week! Betty is the Director of Corporate Services, overseeing the a team of staff responsible for the budget, town ﬁnances, audits, taxes, capital planning, grant applications, utility billing and information technology systems. Betty’s roots in Ponoka go back three generations. She is an avid quilter known for her beautiful craftsmanship, as well as an outdoors person. She loves traveling and ﬁshing with her husband Bill, outings with daughter Jennifer and being at home with her family, which of course includes the dogs and horses.

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Planners at Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) are looking at a six-year literacy plan that will include feedback from all stakeholders. A brief overview of the plan was presented by superintendent Larry Jacobs Wednesday, Aug. 26 during a conference for WCPS teachers. He said for change to take place, there needs to be three processes in place: • New demands or ideas pushing an organization forward; • New processes and tools pushing the organization to change; • A plan in place on how to move forward. For the first step, Jacobs said the ministerial order for a change in curriculum to Inspiring Education is leading the charge. Students, he added, are also learning differently and the new curriculum addresses that change. “If you look at our students now they are very focussed on learning with technology,” explained Jacobs. Teachers are also learning new techniques to drive that education, said Jacobs. The ones providing the building blocks to new processes and tools, the second driving force to change, are the teachers. Jacobs says processes are already being used at WCPS that have teachers providing input and ideas on teaching. Literacy is no longer being applied to a student being able to read. The skill is not only in students’ reading abilities but how they understand numbers, social behaviours, financial understanding and health. Jacobs suggests literacy and numeracy are closely intertwined and says some nations are changing how students learn in a 21st century learning environment. New Zealand is one example where planners are looking at “personalized learning” where education is built around the learner rather than the learner being required to fit into a specific system. To bring this six-year plan to fruition will require extensive collaboration within the division, said Jacobs, who sees four areas to help make that happen: • New programs for students • New assessment tools • New teaching tools • Monitoring and evaluation “We have to be very reflective in our processes,” said Jacobs. Teachers’ feedback will be vital for planners to know what works and what doesn’t. “The complexity of our vision demands that you have the opportunity to talk to us about that.” Jacobs said the next step would be to follow a set of goals and timelines to bring the plan to completion. He added that the WCPS board of trustees support the vision and wants to align its goals parallel to the division.

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Three members of the Ponoka’s Air Cadet Squadron 65 have received their pilot licenses after several months of intense training. Squadron commander Tracey Fiedler said all three had won scholarships after a very competitive process and two of them, F/Sgt Mitchell Pierce and F/Sgt Joel Paquet had received “power pilot” licenses and F/Sgt Daniel Theoret had received a glider pilot license. The scholarships are provided by the Air Cadets program in partnership with the Department of National Defense. In order to be accepted to the pilot training program, the three cadets attended four months of ground school training, followed by writing of several exams, completion of an application package for the scholarship and six weeks of preparation interviews

before the final interview by a special panel. Pierce said, having received his license, his immediate goal was to coach and train younger cadets by sharing his knowledge of flying, and ultimately, joining the Canadian Air Force as a pilot. Paquet said he was going to focus specifically on his goal of becoming a fighter jet pilot with the air force. He said it was his childhood dream and that he was introduced to the world of military aviation by his father way back when he was a kid. Theoret said having received his glider pilot would open a lot of possibilities for him, foremost among them that of receiving a power pilot license next year. He said his ultimate aim was to be able to get a commercial rating and fly planes for various purposes, including crop dusting.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

WATCH OUT … the kids are going back to school Although some may not agree with me, I believe that September and the colorful arrival of fall and the harvest are some of the most exciting times of the year, especially for our youthful generation as they head back to school. Not only does it mean new clothes and fancy footwear, more books and neat new school supplies for those rambunctious

boys and girls, it is also the first chapter of a great 10-month adventure into education, with lots of pupil perks, as well as weekends, holidays, and maybe even a few stormy days thrown in for good measure. As they head into those clean and cluttered hallowed halls of learning this week, all age groups from the shy first graders to the frisky teens can

now look forward to meeting their new teachers, lots of new friends and fresh faces, school sports and dances, and maybe even a crush or two of ‘puppy love’ along the way with the sweet little lass with the pony tail from your ‘home room’ or the cute guy with the Elvis sideburns and dimples on the football team. Of course, these 12 or so best years of our

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young lives will involve lots of classes and courses and hard work in the three R’s and way beyond into the electronic era, a little homework, tests followed by report cards and parent-teacher interviews, and so much more. But then again, the end result as long as the best effort is given is a bright future full of opportunities, new adventures, and some of the best that this great nation has to offer. Our vital role on the roads I sincerely hope that each and every one of us drive carefully and safely all around our community and out and about on our highways and byways all year round, but especially now in September as the kids from tots to teens (our future) are headed back to school. It is most important that we pay special attention every second that we spend behind wheel and in all locations where we travel. From this coming week and on into the next ten months or so, we will on many occasions come up upon a whole lot of excited children walking, running, or riding their bikes, skateboards, or whatever to and from school. There is no doubt that most of them

are usually always in a hurry and have visions of fun and games and lessons and friends and lockers full of treats and peanut butter sandwiches racing through their minds. Look at it this way, when you see them out there with their parents or buddies, rain or shine, let’s all think of them as our children or grandchildren, and treat them with the same great respect and loving care that we would expect for our own. Extra special precautions must always be taken in school zones, where strict speed limits are in effect as the volunteer crossing guards are escorting the children into or out of the school yard, and where dozens of yellow buses will be dropping off or picking up their precious young cargo for something like 250 days of the busy year ahead. If we all travelled carefully through these school or playground zones safely and at the posted speed limits as well as along the roads and at the crosswalks throughout our community and in the rural areas, then perhaps everyone may get the message, stay safely behind us, and not panic about being a few minutes late for work, an appointment, or whatever. By the way the fines for speeding

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in school zones have now increased way up to between $181.50 to $312.25 (possibly plus demerits) for driving from 10 to 50 kph over the speed limit, and even more in construction zones, for distracted, careless and impaired driving offenses and all the rest. RCMP have launched a tough and ongoing effort to try and stop the carnage, get the idiots off the road, and to hopefully protect the innocent as well as the vast majority of those who faithfully follow the rules to promote and preserve a happy and healthy family lifestyle.

Now let’s have a little fun at school • Mother to Johnny. ‘What is the first thing that you learned in class?’ Answer: ‘How to talk without moving my lips.’ Best excuse note for not attending school: Please excuse Ray from school today...he has very loose vowels. • ’Hey dad, I got a 100 percent in school today....40 per cent in math and 60 per cent in history.’ ‘My teacher says that I need to write more clearly, but if I do that she will find out that I can’t spell. • The rewards of school have resulted in many famous people. The Ice Cream man went to Sundae school,

the surfer went to Boarding School, and King Arthur went to Knight School. • Funniest answers from the Grade 5 and 6 Science question and answer test: What is your spinal column? The spinal column is a long bunch of bones where the head sits on top and we sit on the bottom. Joan of Arc was a famous lady for what reason? Joan of Arc was Noah’s wife. Good luck in the harvest, with hopes that we can bask in the fall sunshine at least until November, while in the meantime, in between time, just go ahead and have a great week, all of you.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

2015 election could have far reaching political consequences for Canada The vote could lead to deep uncertainty about how we'll even choose our Parliament in the future BY RAY PENNINGS TROY MEDIA COLUMNISTS

Election campaigns are supposed to highlight differences. Stark differences provide alternatives that can inform voter choices. As the grind of this 11-week federal election campaign unfolds, the policy proposals and attempts by the parties to define themselves - and each other - create the narrative that will inform voters’ final choices on Oct. 19. However, it is plausible that the most meaningful result of this campaign could be a significant change to how we conduct federal elections. Policies buried in the footnotes of the party’s platforms, and barely registering with the voting public, could fundamentally change the way Canadians choose their federal Parliament. Death of first-past-thepost? Both Tom Mulcair’s NDP party and Justin Trudeau’s Liberal party are on record that this will be the last federal election using the “first-past-the-post” rules that have been in place since 1867. Many have responded to these proposals with a yawn. Opposition parties have frequently proposed electoral reform, only to fail to follow through once in office (which, by definition, they achieved under the old rules). Five provinces have seriously attempted electoral reform in the past decade. None of these processes resulted in meaningful change. So it’s easy to dismiss the current proposals. Liberal activist Adam Goldenberg argued in Policy Options recently that Mulcair cannot be trusted to follow through on his promise, citing pressure from the grassroots members that caused Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley to drop a similar commitment before she became premier. Besides, he said, Mulcair has shown himself willing to put his party’s electoral prospects above his principals by refusing to support Green Party Leader Elizabeth May's inclusion in all the debates. Of course, only a month or so ago, NDP activist Jamey Heath opined that the Liberals are the obstacle to “our long overdue

realignment” by expecting that the pressure for change will ultimately come outside of the electoral process. Yet, suppose the firstpast-the-post system under which the Oct. 19 election is being fought creates the conditions for different political motivations. Would Trudeau’s confident rejection of a coalition with Mulcair’s NDP withstand the pressure to remove Prime Minister Stephen Harper from office if the opportunity presented itself? Campaigns make a difference, so it is hardly prudent to predict outcomes this far in advance. However, it is credible to posit a scenario in which the Conservatives win 140-or-so seats, the NDP around 120, and the Liberals around 70. History suggests a thirdplace party that formally enables a minority government to sustain power is rarely rewarded. Witness what happened to junior members of Liberal-NDP Accord in the 1987 Ontario election, or the ConservativeLiberal-Democratic Coalition in the 2015 British election. The enabling party tends to get very little of the credit and at least an equal share of the blame from voters. Even the unification of the Progressive Conservatives and Canadian Alliance in 2003 was made possible only by a degree of sacrificial diplomacy from Peter McKay who, in agreeing to unite the parties, effectively killed his own prime ministerial ambitions. Sacrifice being in notably short supply in contemporary politics, is Trudeau ready to risk his personal ambition to see systematic change achieved? The decision may not be Trudeau's to make. The Liberal brand is a historic and powerful brand within Canadian politics. Even though it has been in decline on the federal stage, it will not disappear easily. Established Canadian political brands have longevity that outlasts electoral misfortune. In 1993, the federal Progressive Conservatives went from majority government to two seats in the House of Commons, yet their brand remained such that MacKay’s surrender of it in

2003 was hotly contested. The Liberal establishment, which shows little love for its NDP counterparts after decades of sparring for centre-left votes, will surely not be keen to watch Trudeau help Mulcair become prime minister. Rep by pop could lead to snap election in 2017 But what if the election results let both Liberal and NDP operatives realistically game scenarios in which they win the next election under new rules? Surely, then, removing Harper and the despised Conservatives becomes the necessary pretext to facilitate their strategies. Imagine a Liberal-NDP deal in which Mulcair becomes the prime minister provided he agrees to pass a new election law within two years, after which this election for change would be re-fought. There is plenty to be pointed to within both party platforms as a mandate for this change. If you are concerned, Harper has turned the quick dash of a 37-day election campaign into an 11-week marathon of hope; prepare to have your patience tested further. Against the settled political outcome to which Canadians are accustomed, the 2015 vote could lead to deep uncertainty about how we'll even choose our Parliament, followed by a snap 2017 election that will leave us more unsettled still. The only sure thing is that the consequences will be far reaching for Canada. Ray Pennings is executive vice-president of Cardus, Canada’s leading Christian think tank.

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Voting as buying a car? Dear Editor, In close to a week or so, we’ll be at the middle point of the Federal election campaign. Other than the Duffy trial, I wonder if there has been any information sufficiently important enough, one way or the other, that has altered the minds of the electorate quite differently from the last time we voted for a federal MP. My news comes primarily from online news sources or the radio and occasionally a newspaper. TV news is not an option in our house. From what I’ve heard though, what happens on TV is the main source of election campaign information for the majority of Canadians. It is also the primary source, I’ve heard, from which people make their electoral decisions. Much of the big money goes into making political ads, to prompt people to vote one way or the other. An interesting statistic, I’ve heard, is that somewhere between 20 or 30 per cent of people are political hounds who keep up with political news in a serious way, perhaps daily. The rest of the electorate uses the TV persona of the leader or candidate as

a primary source from which they make their political decisions. Whatever the reasons from the different sources of election information, understanding this stuff is important. If you want to buy a car, for instance, you likely won’t rely exclusively on a glitzy TV ad. You might actually go to the dealership, talk to a sales representative and get specific information. The car you buy, you want to keep for a while. You might even want to scan consumer reports to get an idea of the pedigree of the model you’re interested in. It's a decision you want to think about for a while. There’ll be thousands of dollars tied up in your purchase, something you worked for a while to gain. Except that this car, the metaphor for the political vehicle of your choice, has to accommodate as many people as possible since all of us citizens have a right and duty to participate. That’s the tough part of this decision. You’ll vote for yourself but hopefully you’ll think of others as well. George Jason

Still searching for statesmanship Dear Editor, I found this in a 1942 mag-

azine that is now out of print. It seems to me that it is a perfect fit for our current elec-

tion campaign boondoggle. Larry Jordan Ponoka

Where are Canada's statesmen and stateswomen? One thing is sure and certain and that is they cannot be found in the ranks of party politics or else if they are there, they have never exhibited the qualifications of statesmanship. And it is certain that if these qualifications were there they would exhibit themselves and up to date there has been no exhibition of these qualifications in evidence. And so in our quest for statesmanship we must look away from the political parties if we are to find it as we feel sure that it does exist there. Therefore statesmanship is the same as good, efficient business management. And there is good business management in Canada. But such good management could not work either in harness with party politics or under the dictates of politics for it has been tried and failed. But statesmanship must be found and put in charge of the government of Canada if

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the nation is to progress and prosper and not stagnate and disintegrate. And so at the present time the Canadian people are stocktaking and looking around to see what we have got in men and women who are capable of giving Canada statesmanlike government; men and women who can and will put the welfare of the people of Canada ahead of party politics and their own selfish interests; men and women who are prepared to put Canada's national welfare ahead of their own personal consideration and give the leadership which the people are looking for and which at the present time is non-existing. But it is a grand thing to see the Canadian people taking stock for it is a healthy sign of a great national awakening to the fact that Canada was created to serve the Canadian people and not the people to

serve political Canada . There is abundance of everything in Canada to give abundance to every Canadian citizen, in return for their work and all that is required to bring this about is good business administration, or statesmanship, and so to have employment for all to earn their living by so as to have the people progressive and prosperous. Therefore we must get this latent business ability to the realm of government whose all-time job will be to see that individually and collectively the Canadian people are free from want, unemployment and poverty and no combination of persons no matter what the title they are working under that cannot do this has any right to hold office. We believe that statesmanship is available to the Canadian people in Canada and if we demand it and accept nothing else, we will find it

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Children and families enjoy Ponoka’s Day in the Park BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Centennial Park was full of children and families Friday, Aug. 28 with children’s activities, music and a movie to end the day. Called Day in the Park by organizers, the event also saw a fun tug of war contest between the Town of Ponoka and Ponoka County with the town winning the challenge and Reeve Paul McLauchlin managing to get dunked in water. The day also brought a pie-eating contest, again between the county and the town, and eventually by several youth volunteers who jumped at the opportunity to try to fill their tummies with pie. Co-organizer and town Coun. Teri Underhill was “ecstatic” with the turnout. Many kids were rewarded with gift bags with candy and water and popcorn as they competed in games. Underhill suggested if planners are willing to do the work to benefit the community, residents will show their support. Other

Kids enjoyed a fun day of games Friday, Aug. 28 at Centennial Park for the town’s Day in the Park event. Here the Town of Ponoka team, with Mayor Rick Bonnett in front, tries their hand at tug of war with the Ponoka County team. Reeve Paul McLauchlin ended up getting dunked in the pool. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

groups including Family and Community Support Services, the Economic Development Board, the Ponoka Jubilee Library and the Ponoka and area Early Childhood Development Mapping Project

volunteered their time to host games and support the day. The Ponoka Girl Guides helped host various games for kids.

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Thank you for making Day in the Park a Real Success! Thanks to everyone for attending our first Ponoka Day in the Park! A great day was enjoyed by all as we celebrated Ponoka together. A big thanks goes to our corporate sponsors, entertainers and community partners who contributed to making it a special day: Kid’s Activities: Central Veterinary Clinic, Subway, Word of Life Church, Ponoka Jubilee Library, and Fort Ostell Museum & Ponoka FCSS Our Great Entertainers: Dylan David Hart, Bear Street Productions and our Filipino community for the dancing and singing programs. Movie in the Park: Servus Credit Union & Capitol Theatre Tug-o-War and Pie Eating Challenge: Thanks to the Town of Ponoka and County Council members and others were great sports for these very fun events! This really added some extra fun to the day. Ponoka is truly a vibrant community with great heart. The Town had a vision for organizing a day where we could simply join together and have fun. Thanks for making it such a wonderful time. Day in the Park Planning Committee and Town of Ponoka staff

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Top: Ponoka’s Day in the Park event Friday, Aug. 20 brought residents from all over for the day with musical entertainment, games and other events including a movie in the park at the end of the day.

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NDP Rural Caucus co-chair Doug Hart opening the meeting of the agriculturefocused meeting of NDP MLAs and representatives of the stakeholder organizations at the ag event centre in Ponoka on Friday, Aug. 28. Photo by Mustafa Eric

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Doug Hart, co-chair of the rural caucus of Alberta’s governing NDP, was pleasantly surprised Friday morning, Aug. 28, when 13 MLAs turned up for a meeting in Ponoka on agricultural matters instead of the expected nine, an indication that the NDP leadership is making an effort to engage rural Alberta to ensure that they are seen as the party of all Albertans and not only of their urban voter base. Participants at the meeting included representatives of various rural and agricultural organizations with their focus areas ranging from rural infrastructure to food security to surface rights. The meeting was closed to the media after the opening session, which, according to Hart, was aimed at allowing the participants to speak freely and ask any questions they may need answers for without any other consid-

erations. Bruce Hinkley, former head of the NDP rural caucus and now the Wetaskiwin MLA at the provincial legislature, said during a break at the meeting that the event was conceived of as a platform to establish the communication lines between the stakeholders of rural Alberta and the NDP leadership. “This is going to lead to new policies to help to move on to making Alberta a better place,” Hinkley said. He added that they wanted to show to rural constituents that NDP did not have an agenda based on a rural-urban split and to make sure that they would have heard the voice of the rural stakeholders before embarking on generating long term policies. . Hinkley said while the meeting was not the beginning of a series of similar events, it was going to lead to increased networking

between rural and agricultural organizations and the NDP MLAs and more contacts and interaction at the bilateral level. The rural organizations represented at the meeting were National Farmers Union, Alberta Growing Food Security Network, AAMDC, Alberta Rural Electrification Alliance, Association of Agricultural Societies, Surface Rights Group, among others. Speaking at opening session, Ponoka County Reeve Paul McLauchlin singled out Internet as a particular area where rural Alberta needed help to improve agricultural practices. He said Youtube had changed the way the younger generation was getting information on farming practices and that better access to Internet had become a key for farming communities to keep up with the rapid changes in the agricultural world.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Ponoka-born man celebrates centennial birthday BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

More than 60 family and friends came to celebrate Gwernydd Reese’s 100th birthday held Sunday, Aug. 23 at the Golden Leisure Lodge. The trick, says Reese, is to have a love for dancing. “I love music. Once I heard music, my feet would tickle, eh.” Although he doesn’t dance as much as he used to, Reese was known to be a big dancer not too many years ago said his niece Ivy Wilson. There were usually three or four dancing partners who enjoyed cutting a rug with him. Reese’s father, who died when he was 11, was an organist, which added to Reese’s involvement with music in his life. Dancing wasn’t the only area of music

Reese would take part in. He is known to have been singing in many choirs in Ponoka over the years.

“I love music. Once I heard music, my feet would tickle, eh.” Gwernydd Reese

Reese was born east of Ponoka in the Welsh district and went to school at Climax School and Magic School, part of the Wood River district at the time. Friendship, said Reese, is something that has always kept him going in life and in the Ponoka area, which is one reason he lived at his original home for 60 years.

He was the middle of five children with twin siblings, Ogwen and Olwen, and Mwinwen and Emrys completing the list. Because of his age, Reese has a great nephew; a great, great niece and nephew and a great, great, great niece and nephew with some of them able to attend his birthday celebration. There are not many homes that Reese lived in; first was where he was born, second was a home in Riverside in Ponoka and his third and present home is at the Golden Leisure Lodge. Among the many presentations for the new centenarian were letters from Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Premier Rachel Notley and the Governor General of Canada and the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta.

In this archived photo from around 1919, Gwernydd Reese can be seen with his family (bottom left). Reese celebrated his 100th birthday Sunday Aug. 23 at Golden Leisure Lodge. Also in the photo are his parents John and Annie Reese, twins brother Ogwen and sister Olwen, and sister Mwinwen (seated middle) and brother Emrys (seated right). Photo submitted

Gwernydd Reese celebrated his 100th birthday with cake and family Sunday, Aug. 23 at the Golden Leisure Lodge. Reese was born in Ponoka in the Welsh district and has lived in only three homes over the years. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

BBBS sets goal of 100 mentors for Ponoka by year end BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

September is Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) month and to celebrate the occasion the group has set its sights on 100 mentors for Ponoka’s children. By the end of December, BBBS would like to see that number of matches for all of its mentoring programs, says program director Morgen Chernick. Those programs are: • In-school mentoring where a match will visit a little brother or sister for one hour a week; • Teen mentoring where students at Ponoka Secondary Campus in grades 10 to 12 will visit with a Ponoka Elemen-

tary School student one hour a week; • Community-based mentoring where a big brother or sister meets with their match after school hours for a few hours per week. At the time of the writing, Chernick said there were 17 kids looking for a match and she suggests the benefits to the children are worth the time. “It’s such a small commitment for such a huge change in the kids.” One teen mentor from last year suggested she felt she had as much fun as the little sister she visited week after week. Since BBBS started in 1988, Chernick has seen the program come full circle

where former little brothers and sisters are now becoming mentors to other children. She added that 100 per cent of students showed improvements in their behaviour and a more positive attitude to school. Chernick added their self-confidence and self-

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20 PONOKA NEWS

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

LEGO club resumes An “X”-cellent mystery the fun at Ponoka Jubilee library BY JACLYN BERRY

September has arrived and we love it. We can’t wait to see the beautiful fall colours appear in the river valley, and smell that fresh fall air. Just a note that the library is closed the Saturday, Sunday and Monday of the long weekend, have a great Labour Day everyone. This Friday, Sept. 4, Family Lego Club starts up again at the library. Lego club is a program for everyone; we love to

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see the parents get on the floor to build with the kids. For those who have never been to a Lego club in the past, the concept is pretty simple: we dump a pile of Lego on the floor in the back of the library, and you build whatever you want. Once the builder has decided their masterpiece is complete, staff will put it on display at the front of the library so everyone can see just how imaginative our Lego club participants are, and believe me, we get some very creative pieces put together. Then, when the next Lego club comes around, library staff break apart all the creations and we get to do it all over again. Lego club runs every second Friday from 3:30 to 5 p.m., and is a drop-in activity, so if you can’t make it until 4, or have to leave after 20 minutes, that’s just fine. We also have Duplo for the really little hands, feel free to ask for it if you need it. A couple things to note: all the Lego is supplied by the library, so please don’t bring any from home (we don’t want to accidentally mix yours in with ours), and as per regular library policy, all children under five must be actively watched while in the library, and children aged five to eight must have a parent or guardian in

the library while building. Hopefully, we have lots of people come take part in our Lego club, it’s always a fun time. We’re really looking forward to hosting Kate A. Boorman, a 2015 Alberta Readers’ Choice finalist for her book Winterkill, on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 12 p.m. Kate is originally from Rimbey, and so is happy to come support a local small town library in our goal of providing interesting and informative programming to our patrons. She will be coming to discuss her book, as well as answer questions from the audience, whether they are about her book or writing itself. Please come down to the library and help us support a fantastic Alberta writer. We have lots of other programming ideas in works, too. Watch for announcements about: menopause-from a nutrition and pharmacology standpoint; an afternoon to learn about teas and enjoy a tea party; a beer tasting; soy candle making; a talk on the benefits of crystals and minerals; and Christmas crafts for adults and children. Coming Soon: Nature of the Beast, the eleventh book in the Chief Inspector Gamache series by Louise Penny.

Terri Schlichenmeyer The Bookworm

The months spent with your ex are better forgotten. You don’t even like to think about them, in fact, and you rarely discuss them. That’s all in the past now, and best that it stay that way. Or is it? What if lessons learned from your ex back then can save the life of someone today? In the new book “X” by Sue Grafton, recovered memorabilia leads to an eXtra disturbing discovery. Ruthie Wolinsky was at a total loss. Recently widowed when her husband was murdered under shady circumstances, Ruthie was trying hard to clean up his paperwork and get rid of junk. She’d hired someone for the latter, but the former was trickier – made more so by the strange call from the IRS, asking for receipts from fifteen years ago.

Private investigator Kinsey Millhone had once worked with Ruthie’s late husband and though she was no fan of Pete Wolinsky, she adored Ruthie and agreed to help. As she waded through moldering boxes in search of old receipts, Kinsey remembered that Pete had been secretive so she wasn’t surprised to find a hidden envelope and an odd code. Pete had obviously been working on a case that he wanted kept quiet; that intrigued Kinsey, who hated unfinished messes. What else could she do but complete his case – especially since she’d been stiffed by a client who’d lied to her from the start? The woman said her name was Hallie Bettancourt and that she was looking for someone she’d put up for adoption years before. Bettancourt had paid in cash, but the $100 bills were counterfeit and so was her name. It hadn’t been a big job, but Kinsey wanted her money. The code Pete had fashioned was easily broken – Kinsey’s landlord, Henry, loved doing cryptograms – but the names it yielded didn’t make sense. How could a woman longdead be of any interest to

anyone today? And how did Pete end up with a few old pictures and a Bible from a lifetime ago? Better question: why did someone else want them enough to threaten Kinsey on her own turf? My very first thought while reading “X” came to me long before I’d even reached the middle of the first chapter: there’s a lot of filler in this novel. Readers – even those starting this series from here (and that’s okay, by the way) - don’t generally need a paragraph on the ingredients in bread or on making coffee. I point this out because the whodunits you’ll find in this latest installment from author Sue Grafton are classic Millhone, but the padding becomes a distraction after awhile. I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking that those pages could have been more mystery and less mud to slog through. And then again, you’ve read Grafton’s other twenty-four books (A through W and short stories). Can you stand to miss this one, the third-from-the-presumably-last? No… really, you know you can’t. This is the book mystery fans have been waiting for, and they may otherwise find “X” to be X-cellent.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

The global economy: A perfect storm?

Gwynne Dyer Think Globally

You know how it is with buses? You wait ages for one, far longer than seems reasonable â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and then three arrive all at once. Financial crises are a bit like that too. The financial crisis everybody in the business has really been waiting for is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;hard landingâ&#x20AC;? of the Chinese economy, now one of the two motors of the global economy. (The other is still the United States.) Everybody thought it was bound to come eventually â&#x20AC;&#x201C; well, everybody who was not too heavily invested in the Chinese market â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and it now appears to be here, although the Chinese government is still denying it. The second crisis, less widely anticipated, is a credit crunch that is sabotaging economic growth in almost all the developing countries except India. In many cases their currencies have fallen to historic lows against the dollar, making it harder for them to repay the dollars they borrowed. Moreover, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting harder for them to earn dollars from their exports because commodity prices have collapsed. And a third crisis is looming in the developed economies of Europe, North America and Japan, which can see another recession looming on the horizon before they have even fully recovered from the effects of the banking crash of 200708. And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to pull out of a new recession when your interest rates are still down near zero because of the last one. These crises are all arriving at once because they are all connected. When the huge misdeeds and mistakes of American and European banks caused the Great Recession of 2008, China avoided the low growth and high unemployment that hurt Western countries by flooding its economy with cheap credit. But that only postponed the pain, and between 2007 and 2014

total debt in China increased fourfold. The Chinese government is more terrified of mass unemployment than anything else. It believes, probably correctly, that the Communist regimeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s survival depends on delivering continuously rising living standards. So the Chinese economy went on booming for another six years, but the â&#x20AC;&#x153;solutionâ&#x20AC;? was fraudulent and now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s over. The huge amount of cheap credit sloshing around the Chinese economy mostly went into building unnecessary infrastructure, and above all into housing. That did preserve employment, but property values soared and and a huge â&#x20AC;&#x153;housing bubbleâ&#x20AC;? was created. There was nobody to buy all those houses and apartments, and there are now brand-new â&#x20AC;&#x153;ghost townsâ&#x20AC;? all over China, so property values are falling fast. Since the crash on the Chinese stock markets began last month, the government has done everything it could to stop it. It has dropped interest rates repeatedly, it has devalued the currency, it has ordered state institutions to invest more â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and nothing has worked. Chinese exports have fallen 8 percent in the past year, and even the regime admits that the economy is growing at the lowest rate in three decades. Nobody outside the regime knows for certain, but it may scarcely be growing at all. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;hard landingâ&#x20AC;? is now close to inevitable. Â Â Â Now for the second crisis. While Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artificial boom was rolling along, its appetite for commodities of every sort, from iron to soya beans, was insatiable, so commodity prices went up. The other â&#x20AC;&#x153;emerging market economiesâ&#x20AC;? grew fast by sell-

ing China the commodities it needed, they attracted large amounts of Western investment because of their rapid growth, and they borrowed freely because Western interest rates were at rock-bottom. The collapse of Chinese demand ends this party too. From Brazil to Turkey to South Africa to Indonesia, exports are falling, the value of the local currencies is tumbling, and foreign investors are fleeing. Capital flight from the 19 largest emerging market economies has reached almost one trillion dollars in the past 13 months, and the outflow is still accelerating. And the third crisis, in the West? The problems that caused the crash of 2007-08 have not really been addressed, just papered over. What limited growth there has been in Western economies is due almost entirely to absurdly low interest rates andâ&#x20AC;&#x153;quantitative easingâ&#x20AC;? (governments printing money). The average time between recessions in the West is seven to ten years, so one is due around now anyway. The likeliest trigger for that is a collapse of demand in China and in the other emerging economies, which is now practically certain. And when it hits the West, neither of the traditional tools for pulling out of a recession will be available. Interest rates are already near zero, and the money supply has already been expanded massively. It would be rash to talk about a long-lasting global depression in the style of the 1930s, because a lot has changed since then. But it is certainly safe to say that the global economy is heading into a perfect storm. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

Watching lumps Brennan Turner FarmLead The grains complex continues to deal with decent growing conditions, better than expected yields for the fields that are getting harvested, and especially recently, a tougher global markets environment, mainly thanks to China. The market volatility index is currently sitting at 6.5year highs - translation, market participants are pulling dollars out of markets and parking it in safe havens (i.e. bonds or cash) as both commodity and equity markets seem to be in a bit of a slump. Watching this thing roll over everyone isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t what you should be doing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the game (read: prices) have changed a bit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and now you need to adjust your gameplan accordingly. World harvests around the world continue to ramp up without too many major marketmoving headlines to watch for. In Australia, thanks to rains this year, are expecting some pretty decent crops, notably in chickpeas and wheat. With that being said, prices for chickpeas in the Land Down Undaa are at levels not seeing more than a couple times in the last 20 years. Accordingly, pulses continue to be our call as the crop that you should be looking to make some block sales on right now (10-20 per cent of production â&#x20AC;&#x201C; happy to discuss pricing with you. Around the rest of the world, some places that are seeing good yields are those that normal donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Such places include Iran and Algeria when it comes to their wheat crops. However, the downside to this is that these places, who are known as some of the biggest wheat buyers in the world, likely wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be in need of all that wheat that they have in the past, which is exactly why the wheat trade continues to be about demand, and not so much about supply (of which there is quite a bit). StatsCan came out with their July survey results of Canadian

production estimates and most numbers came in below expectations. Total Canadian wheat production was pegged at 24.6 million tonnes, a 16 per cent drop from 2014 and 13.7 per cent below the average output of the last five years. Going into the report, estimates for canola production ranged from 12.5 to 14.5 million tonnes, but the actual number from StatsCan came in at 13.3 million (-14 per cent from 2014, -11 per cent from 5-year average). Other big production declines include chickpeas (-30 per cent, -35 per cent), mustard (-45 per cent, -30 per cent), peas (-15 per cent, -10 per cent), durum (-14 per cent, -5 per cent), and winter wheat (-24 per cent, -33 per cent). On the flip side, barley production is up almost 3 per cent from last year to 7.3 million tonnes (still -11 per cent from 5-year average though) while oats and rye production are up 14 per cent and 18 per cent respectively from 2014. Rounding out the pulse crops, lentil production is seen 5 per cent higher than last year and 12 per cent higher than the five-year average. On that note, rains have sporadically slowed down swathing and combine activity but things are ramping up quickly. At this current time, the markets are still mostly speculating on final numbers but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll probably need to be closer to 50-60 per cent

harvested before any forecasts carry much weight. This in mind, these new lows are mostly secular in my opinion and we should see some rallying opportunities into the winter months. Selling into these rallies, as we have and will continue to recommend doing, is the best way to manage your risk. Further, knowing your cashflow needs from now til the end of February is what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll challenge you to focus on. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spin the wheel on your risk management and just looking at numbers and not understanding them, but rather avoid any slumps by proactively understanding your numbers. To growth, Brennan Turner President/CEO | FarmLead.com Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time working in finance before starting FarmLead. com, a risk-free, transparent online and now mobile grain marketplace (app available for iOS and Android). His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email (b.turner@ farmlead.com) or phone (1-855332-7653).

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PONOKA NEWS 23

Sports

Broncs’ coaches eager to showcase new recruits Broncs football players work on some drills Tuesday, Aug. 25 before the season gets started. Here Doug Burton tackles Ashton Soosay during a drill. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Practice sessions are already underway for the senior Broncs football team, which is seeing new players come up from the bantam program. Now in its third year as a 12-man football program, the senior Broncs are starting to see experienced players from the feeder program make their way into the senior team. “It’s kind of our first swarm of kids that have seen a lot of experience through the bantam program,” said co-coach Cody Baird. He suggests the experience those players gained with the bantam team will help them be leaders this year. “We focus on character first … lifting your brother is always our focus,” said Baird. There are approximately 40 players who went to spring camp and Baird says he feels most of those will be part of the team. He suggests with the more experienced players, coaches will be able to add some complexity to the game, which will bring some benefit to the team on the field. The large number of

players joining the bantam program is an area Baird intends to watch closely as he feels they will be a strong addition to the senior Broncs when they are old enough.

“It’s kind of our first swarm of kids that have seen a lot of experience through the bantam program.” Cody Baird

Baird is also the defensive co-ordinator for the team and Jamie Blinkhorn is the other co-coach while handling the offensive co-ordinator position. Baird said he has played football and worked alongside Blinkhorn with the Central Alberta Buccaneers for many years. He suggests the two will find balance together managing and coaching the team. “As far as coaching on the field goes, nothing changes,” he added. Blinkhorn is also excited to see the bantam players come up to the senior team. “We have a lot more experience mentally.” “It’s just going to be less teaching and more doing. More practical stuff for the

kids,” he added. Along with the co-coaches, special teams coach Darryl Feschuk will also be providing key teaching to receivers and defensive backs. Former players Dallon Perry and Roman Rains have also committed their time to help coach players, said Blinkhorn. Looking at quarterbacks for the year, Blinkhorn says coaches have a couple of strong candidate choices with DJ Horn being the top pick but added that Hector Ibarra shows strong potential for the position. Clayton Raugust is another quarterback candidate who was with the bantam team last year and Blinkhorn suggests this year will be an opportunity for the young player to hone his skills. The bantam program is creating options for coaches in a way that Blinkhorn, like Baird, feels is enabling coaches to start to put together strong defensive and offensive plays. “The more feeder programs, the better for the Broncs; so we’re definitely noticing that,” said Blinkhorn.

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both running and passing plays. The score was 14-17 at the half. The second half was a game of defensive attrition. The ball was punted often by both teams, causing a battle for field position. Eventually, the Bucs would drive close enough to the Stallion endzone for the field goal unit to take formation. They tied the game in the third at 17-17. With a minute left, Tylor Johnson would split the uprights for the game winning field goal, making the score 20-17 and, as a result, earning the Bucs a semi-finals berth. The Bucs got a helping hand from the audience during the game. Lead by Bucsannouncer, Kelly McCheyne, the bleachers were often chanting and cheering, urging the Bucs to victory. “Our fans always give us a little bit of an edge when it comes down to close games; they’re always cheering us on and giving us full support,” said Lawrence. “We have the whole community backing us and that’s relieving to know as we move forward in the playoffs,” said Bursuk. The Bucs are on the road in order to take on the #2 seeded Fort McMurray Monarchs. During regular season, the Monarchs handed the Bucs one of their two losses for the season. Defensive lineman Tony Dawson predicts the game will be a “dog fight. They are a great team. But if we come together as a unit, I like our chances.” If the Bucs are able to top the Monarchs, it will be the first time in franchise history for the pirates to advance to finals.

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Ranch rodeo tests real cattle farming skills Flewelling Livestock team comprising Brent Flewelling, Dan Dixon, Cody McBride and Geoff Hoar finish the cattle loading task just two seconds from the end of their allotted time during the ranch rodeo organized by the Ponoka Agricultural Society on Saturday, Aug. 29. Photo by Mustafa Eric

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Thirteen teams of four riders competed at the “Doing it in the dirt” ranch rodeo organized as part of the Ponoka Agricultural Fair activities on Saturday, Aug. 29, with competitors being required to demonstrate their skills in real life cattle farming practices from branding animals to saddling horses. The teams raced against time in the following competition categories: • Cattle doctoring, similar to team roping with the difference being the cattle has to be penned from among the herd before being roped; • Cattle sorting: Starting from an announced number, the herd should be sorted in sequential order; • Cattle branding: A team has to brand three calves after heeling them in a given amount of time; • Cattle loading: Each team has to load to a trailer two calves in sequential numbers, one of which is to be announced, in addition to two of their horses and close the latch with all riders getting into the vehicle within three minutes; • Wild saddle horse race: Two team members have to saddle a horse once it’s been roped by another team member. The competition took place with very strict judging and points were awarded only after all of the requirements of the competition rules were fulfilled. In cattle loading, for instance, out of the 13 teams only four could have official times as several teams were disallowed points for minor errors such as improperly closing the trailer’s latch. The top three teams at the end of a full day of competition were as follows: 1st – Flewelling Livestock – Brent Flewelling, Dan Dixon, Cody McBride and Geoff Hoar 2nd – R Bar Ranch – Will Mackinaw, Travis Jordon, Frank Gillard, Gary Toews 3rd – S O Ranch – Doug Cox, Rita Cox, Cody Cox and Megan Wills.

PONOKA NEWS 25

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Ranchers show off horsemanship at cowboy challenge BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Competitors of the Canadian Cowboy Challenge had a different set of hurdles to jump through last Sunday, Aug. 30 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre. The competition is unlike most rodeo events, which are usually more action-packed. Rather than hold on tightly to a bucking bronco, competitors must make their way through a course and navigate several challenges in a certain length of time with their horse. Co-organizer Verna Pohl said riders introduce their horse to new and strange obstacles that would normally be a difficulty for them. “The purpose of it is to gain your horse’s trust in you to know that you’re not going to put them into a dangerous situation.” Some of the obstacles on the course included a teeter totter, a noisy obstacle and a curtain for them to walk through. Riders had several minutes to go through the course and collect a Maple Leaf flag before the buzzer. “The teeter totter is probably one of the challenging ones because they step up

onto a ramp and it moves,” said Pohl. Depending on the division of competition, riders have different challenges for the teeter totter. The more experienced riders must walk on the ramp and then reverse off it while the newer competitors are directed to walk forward over the ramp. One obstacle, opening and closing a gate provides horses with a task they may normally have to be part of on a ranch or on the pasture. This is the second year of the challenge in Ponoka and Pohl’s hope is for riders to ride away with the satisfaction that their horse trusts them more. She said the Canadian Cowboy Challenge is held around the province and riders can take part in different events. There were several categories at the challenge: • Older than Dirt, 55 years and older • Shooting Sprouts, 10 years and under • Novice, 10 to 17 years • Non-pro, for riders that don’t receive money as trainers or other areas in the equine industry • Professionals

The results are as follows:

Results for Cowboy Challenge Shooting Sprouts 1st – Kash Stevens - Snap 2nd – Addison Mckinney - Champ Rookie 1st – Shannon Jorgensen - Talent 2nd – Alana Eaton - George Buckin Crazies 1st – Janet Goltz – Sugar 2nd – Janet Goltz – Jazzy

• Bucking Crazies, for the experienced rider but inexperienced horse For riders considering taking part

in a challenge, Pohl suggests they start with simple obstacles at home to get their horses used to the task and then

checking out a challenge. The event was hosted by the Ponoka Agricultural Society.

Greg Paranich, on Tulsa, takes on one of the obstacles at the Canadian Cowboy Challenge Sunday, Aug. 30 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Novice 1st – Shannon Jorgensen – Talent 2nd – Alana Eaton – George Non Pro 1st – Judy MacKenzie – Casey 2nd – Robert Barbour – Doc Older Than Dirt 1st – Lori Dyberg – Tazz 2nd – Judy Mackenzie – Casey Open 1st – Andrea Muhlbach – Page 2nd – Robert Barbour – Doc

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The family of Miles Hagemann wishes to express our sincere thanks to all those who kindly helped us through the loss of our loved one. The cards, flowers and donations were greatly appreciated. Thanks to Sheila Van Alstyne for helping us plan and get all the arrangements made and for her song. Many thanks to Fran Hare, Miles’ good friend from Red Deer, who helped us so very much and spoke so kindly. Thanks to the United Church women for serving the wonderful lunch.

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Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in Human Services or equivalent and one to three years’ experience working with at-risk youth. Other Requirements: Current, clear Criminal Record Check, Child Welfare Check (within six months), valid Driver’s License and Drivers Abstract. Willing to work shifts, evenings, weekends. Overnight positions also available. Salary Range & Benefits: $43,379.00 - $63,326.00 annually, employer paid health benefits and 100% RRSP equaling 3% of annual salary. Closing Date: Open until filled Email applications to Human Resources: opportunities@upcs.org We thank all applicants, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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St. Thomas Aquinas RCSRD No. 38 is seeking applicants for a part-time (6 hours per day/evenings) custodian based at Father Lacombe Catholic School in Lacombe, Alberta. The position will commence as soon as possible.

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Successful applicants must be prepared to supply a recent Criminal Record Check, (inclusive of vulnerable sector) and recent Alberta Children’s Services Intervention Record Check. Individuals who are interested should submit a detailed resume and Support Staff application form in conﬁdence showing related training, experience, and references to: Mr. Denis Cote, Father Lacombe Catholic School Denis.cote@starcatholic.ab.ca

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Support Staff application forms can be found on the STAR Catholic Website under support staff jobs. www.starcatholic.ab.ca. This competition will remain open until 4:00 pm September 4, 2015 The Successful candidate’s offer of employment will be conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Welfare Check. Only those applicants short listed for an interview will be contacted.

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CAMERON BAY HOLDINGS INC. o/a McDonalds’s in Ponoka and Red Deer (Gasoline Alley East and West) is now hiring full time and part time Food Service Supervisors. Wages are between $13.75 to $16.00 per hour, depending upon experience and qualifications. Candidates must be able to work a variety of shifts and have 3 to 5 years previous experience. Must be able to supervisor up to 20 crew. Part-time applications will be accepted from Canadians and Permanent Residents. Apply in person 4419 Hwy 2A, Ponoka, 37479 Hwy 2, Red Deer, and 37428 Hwy 2, Red Deer or email resume to cbay22@telus.net or fax to 403-783-4251.

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WETASKIWIN READY MIX • NEYASKWEYAK GROUP OF COMPANIES INC. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FINANCE CLERK Neyaskweyak Group of Companies Inc. (NGCI) is currently accepting applications for a highly motivated individual to fill a Finance Clerk position on a permanent full time basis. (70 hrs Bi-weekly) Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this position is responsible for accounting, and administrative services required to meet legislative requirements and supporting NGCI’s various operations. QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: • Proficient knowledge in computerized accounting programs (SAGE) • Proficient knowledge in accounts payable, accounts receivable and maintaining general ledgers • Proficient in counting large amounts of cash and daily balancing • Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information • Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial and employee files • Ability to be flexible regarding job requirements and assigned tasks POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Performing day to day processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to ensure that finances of NGCI are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner • Administer and maintain accounts payable files • Provide administrative support to the Finance office in order to ensure effective and efficient operations • Other duties as assigned SALARY: Dependent upon education and experience. DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 14, 2015 PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS/RESUMES, 3 REFERENCES AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TO: Maureen Ward, VP Operations Fax: (780) 585-3005 Or Email: Info@NGCInc.ca

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HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL LOTS in High River, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 2 parcels Paved street, zoned Direct Control/Highway Commercial Industrial. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

Auctions

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LAKE FRONT HOME at Jackfish Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 6400 +/- walkout bungalow, interior to be completed, 2.08 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

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UNDEVELOPED COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL LOTS at Baptiste Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, October 29 in Edmonton. 2.05+/- and 1.62+/- title acres, power & natural gas at property line. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

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8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM

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

2010

IH White Top 914 combine, 1 owner, shedded, and 8” x 45’ Brandt PTO auger. 403-741-4353

CONCRETE SERVICES

CABRAL CONCRETE Ponoka / Wetaskiwin, AB

Leo Cabral

Free Estimates

SPECIALIZING IN: ~ Curbs / Sidewalks ~ ~ Driveways ~ ~ Basement Floors ~ ~ Stamped Concrete ~ ~ Exposed Concrete ~

Ph: 403-783-6428 Cell: 403-783-1905

HEATING

“Committed to your comfort”

Robin Esau

Ph: 403-782-7722 Fax: 403-782-7499

RETIRING

Repair of any cooling or refrigeration system as well as large household appliances.

Refrigeration

DENTAL CARE

A-CHEAP, lowest prices, steel shipping containers. Used 20’ & 40’ Seacans insulated & 40’ freezers, DMG $2450. Wanted: Professional wood carver needed. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

Farm Equipment

1290

Berni's

Ph. (403) 843-2173 Fax: (403) 843-2607

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday

ACCREDITED BUSINESS

Welding

Box 1100 4905 50 St. Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

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.

www.clinkerskennels.ca

Family Friendly Dentistry

1620

PIANO LESSONS For all ages in Ponoka. 25 + yrs. exp. Grade 10 Royal Conservatory & BA Music. Call Carol 403-783-4478 to reserve your spot for Sept.

Services we offer: • RESIDENTIAL RE-ROOFING • NEW CONSTRUCTION • SOFFIT, FASCIA & SIDING • EAVESTROUGHS

403-783-6272

DR. STEVE CALDER BS C DDS

UPCOMING ESTATE AUCTIONS Wed. Sept. 16, at 6 pm. and Wed. Sept, 30 at 6 pm. both at The Moose Hall, 2 miles south of Ponoka on Hwy. 2A ~~~~~ TO BOOK YOUR SALE CALL Big Strapper Auction 403-782-5693 Check website for full listings

783-3636

1370

RIMBEYDENTALCARE

UNRESERVED Construction Equipment Auction. Sept. 15/15, 8 a.m. Motor Graders & Scrapers, Hyd. Excavators, skidsteers, wheel loaders, trucks, trailers, etc. For information call 403-269-6600 or canadianpublicauction. com.

EquipmentMisc.

First Call Towing

Roofing

DENTISTRY

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

* Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats *Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required

easy . . .

Heather Goodwin 403-704-3647 heathermccg@shaw.ca

1350

CLINKERS KENNELS

Quality First Always • Free Quotes

Misc. Services

Rental Misc

1530

Auctions

1978 Case 1270 tractor, good cond.; 2003 Hesston 956A Round Baler, net & twine, low bale count. Farm King 46’ x 8” grain auger, PTO driven. 780-941-2281, 994-0021

• B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL FABRICATION & PIPING • SHOP/PORTABLE • CNC PLASMA CUTTING • ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING

MAIN: (403) 783-7591 FAX: (403) 783-8178

Website: www.harbinwelding.com E-mail: bharbin@telus.net

Farm Custom Work

2080

WANTED: Looking for someone to feed 200 bred heifers for the winter. Please call 403-963-1334.

Pasture/Land Wanted

2180

WANTED: Grass for 2016 grazing season for cow calf pairs or yearlings. Phone 403-963-1334.

robin@KlesAir.com www.KlesMechanical.com

METAL RECYCLING & MORE SERVING FARMERS, INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL & THE GENERAL PUBLIC • Mobile Shears/ Magnets/Grapples • Mobile Flattener/Baler • Mobile Excavators/ Loaders • Scrap Metal Bin Service • Demolition & Decommissioning Hwy 12 East Lacombe • Earth Moving/ 403-357-4415 Excavating/Landscaping www.prometalscrap.com • Scrap Metal Depot

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HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Commercial - Residential Installations - Repair

3912 - 66 St, Ponoka www.wcmltd.ca

403.783.3501 wcmltd@telus.net

BOBCAT SERVICES

Grain, Feed Hay

2190

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. ROUND BALES - Hay, green feed, straw and bulk oats. Delivery available. No Sunday calls please. Phone 403-704-3509 or 403-704-4333.

PONOKA BOBCAT SERVICE A division of 1127730 Alberta Ltd.

• Tree stump grinding • Gravel pads • Dirt removal/spreading - Compact bobcat - Dump trailer - Stump grinder

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

WCB • Insured • Licensed Locally owned/operated

CALL BRIAN HEBERT

403-506-3377

VETERINARY SERVICES

Bovine Veterinary Services On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services Ultrasound-aided ReproducƟve Programs CETA CerƟĮed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer Herd Health

Phone 403-391-1684 ʹͶ

Dr. Bruce Wine

TREE MULCHING Hillbilly Tree Mulching Ltd. • FENCE LINES • CUT LINES • POWER LINES • PIPELINES • BRUSH & BUSH • STUMPS

Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Wanted to Rent #3250 - #3390

Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390

Houses/ Duplexes

MULCHING TO SUIT ALL NEEDS

Doug Casey

For Rent #3000 - #3200

Can do trees up to 15” wide

1.403.318.0498 1.403.358.0452

VETERINARY SERVICES

3020

NEWER 3 bdrm. townhouse, $1,295/mo. Phone 403-704-1221

4 Plexes/ 6 Plexes

3050

Apartment in a 4-plex in Ponoka 4 appliances Non-smoking, No pets $700/month not including utilities

8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday 24-hour Emergency Call

• Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma • Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Jasmine Hardy

Reaching 6000 households weekly

For just

$30 per week this space could be yours!

403-783-3311

3070

SNOWBIRDS! Parksville/Qualicum, Vancouver Island, 600 sq. ft., 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom fully furnished cottage in treed forest setting. $975/month, utilities included. Available October 2015 - Spring 2016. 250-248-9899 or andreamichaelwilson @shaw.ca.

Pasture

3180

PASTURE & HAY LAND. 400 - 8000 acres of year round water supply. Full operational with management available. Central Saskatchewan. Crossfenced & complete infrastructure. Natural springs excellent water. Shortly ready to locate cattle. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k - $2.6m. Call Doug Rue 306-716-2671.

RENTE

RIMBEY 2 bdrm., 1.5 bath, 2 levels with balcony, insuite laundry, inclds. heat and water. 403-843-4894 RIMBEY: In adult building, for mature person/couple, 2 bdrm., open kitchen/living room concept, onsite laundry, no pets, most utils. included. 403-843-4894

Suites

3060

PONOKA 2 bdrm. well maintained quiet adult building, no pets $860/mo. heat/water incld. avail. Oct. 1. Brian 403-348-6594

* RIVERSIDE APTS. * Newly renovated 1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street. 403-357-0287

4090

Manufactured Homes

GRANDVIEW MODULAR HOMES Now Offering 24 X 68 Homes. Starting from $157,900 including delivery (Conditions apply). Call one of our two locations for details: 403-945-1272 (Airdrie) or 403-347-0417 (Red Deer). SHOWHOME CLEARANCE. 20 X 76 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $129,800. 20 X 76 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $159,800. 22 X 76 - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, $162,800. Immediate delivery. Call 1-855-888-2254.

Financial #4400 - #4430

Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430

Real Estate #4000 - #4190

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

Houses For Sale

4020

Money To Loan

4430

CONSOLIDATE All loans with rates from 2.1% business or personal loan bankruptcy or bad credit ok. Call 438-992-5916 GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.

Public Notices

6010

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of Ewald Zerbe who died on November 25, 2014 If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by October 9, 2015 with Case Closed Law Office at Box 4490, #4, 5034 – 50 Avenue, Ponoka, AB T4J 1S1 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have. DO YOUR PART

RECYCLE

YOUR

PAPER!

VETERINARY SERVICES

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic Dr.Jacobson Murray•Jacobson • Dr. Murray Dr. Clayton West Dr. Clayton West • Dr. Nicole Macdonald • Dr. Katie Graves Dr. Ashley Shannon

Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4:30 pm

24 Hr. Emergency 403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB

T4J 1M1

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE FOR JUST

PER WEEK.

REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK.

PLUMBING

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING • JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER REQUIRED We now carry a complete line of Ritchie Stockwater parts 5110 -50 Street Box 4414 Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1R7

Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 7:30 8:00 am - 5 pm

JESSE ZINTER Office - 403-783-5489

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICE

Public Notice #6000

Public Notices ..................6010 Special Features ..............6050

3 BDRM. DUPLEX IN PONOKA, 4 appls., rent $900 + utils. Avail. Sept. 1 403-783-3860

SPACIOUS 2 BDRM

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka 403-783-5200

Cottage/ Seasonal

Public Notices FOR SALE BY OWNER

4301 - 54th Street 74’ X 148’ lot. Zoned R3. Close to pool, arena, schools, shopping. Walking distance to Seniors Drop In, IGA, No Frills. Currently has a rented 2 bedroom home. Ideal for future development. Asking $95,000.00 Call Mary @ 403-783-6609

4090

Manufactured Homes

REDUCED –MUST SEE–

Newly renovated older trailer. A steal at $25,000 Call to view 403-963-4749 CRAIG’S HOME SALES will pay the GST! Offer good till October 15. Call Marg in Lethbridge at 1-855-380-2266 for more details. DON’T OVERPAY! rtmihomes.com “Your Smart Housing Solution” Canada’s Largest provider of manufactured housing. Text or call (844-334-2960). In stock 16’/20’/22’ Homes on Sale Now!

6010 WANTED

Used honey extractor (2-4 frame or larger) Manual or power driven Contact Jean 403-783-5033 or email mrgnhill@telus.net

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of

GAIL LOUISE THOMPSON who died on JUNE 9, 2015

If you have a claim against this estate, you must ﬁle your claim by September 30, 2015 and provide details of your claim LEONIDAS S. ZIAKRIS CRUICKSHANK & HEMMINGSON Barrister & Solicitors 5025 – 51 Street Lacombe, Alberta T4L 2A3 Phone: 403-782-3391 Fax: 403-782-3961 If you do not ﬁle by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

• Water wells drilled • Water wells serviced 403-783-2220 WEBSITE@DARCYSDRILLING.COM

WATER WELL SERVICE

ECKLUND

Water Well Service

• Install & Service Pumps • Shock Wells • Pressure Systems Serviced & Installed Home: (403) 783-3712 Cell: (403) 704-3413

IRRIGATION

Ponoka Irrigation Supplies & Service * NEW INSTALL * REPAIR * MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS * SALES & SUPPLIES TO ALL MODELS

403-783-1944 aspartxrick@gmail.com

s d i K A C TI V I T I E S

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G ET S C RA MB L ED Unscramble the words to determine the phrase.

WHMOREKO GMNSASITEN

BOOKS CLASSROOM DESK EDUCATION GRADUATE LEARNING LESSONS MATH READING SCHOOL SEMESTER TEACHER

WORD FIND Just in time for school,

find the hidden words in the puzzle.

Answer: Homework assignment

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117

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36,988

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BW@84 MTHS

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BW@84 MTHS

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