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Once again, the lack of RCMP presence in the Village of Forestburg was a topic of conversation amongst council members during their regular meeting on Mon., Apr. 4. According to council members, school age “kids” are using the stretch of road between the crosswalk and Fas Gas on Hwy #55 in Forestburg as a “drag strip”, which deeply concerns CAO

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used as a party house for local kids. Council members once again voiced their concern about this ongoing problem and were trying to be optimistic about possible solutions, however none have yet to be passed.

Fire service agreement

The village’s fire service agreement with Flagstaff county remains an ongoing issue, as nothing has yet been done by the county to finalize the agreement.

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The Village of Forestburg took Flagstaff’s original fire agreement that they were presented and simply reversed it with a few additions and changes. Moffat said she took out the clauses with their staff members doing specific tasks, did a calculation based on the average number of fire calls since 2006 and came up with a fee of $22,000/ yr to charge the county for turning the fire service over to them. Turn to Dollar, Pg 3

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Bashaw council �� 2 Clive council �� 3 Alix council �� 3 Real Estate/Homes �� 4 Stettler news �� 5 Letters �� 6 Agriculture ��7-10 Obituaries �� 8 Classifieds/Careers �� 11 RCMP �� 12 East Central Outdoors �� 14 Sports �� 15

Debra Moffat. Councillor Dana Oberg said that local residents he has spoken with have “given up” contacting the RCMP about their concerns. Which Oberg understands to mean people have lost faith in their RCMP and that is a big problem. The drag strip is only the newest concern for the apparent lack of RCMP presence. Other issues in the past few months have included vandalism, theft and an abandoned home being

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Rick Strankman MLA, Drumheller Stettler Dating back to the 1800s Western Canada’s development and rich history revolved around transcontinental movement of goods. Our first Prime Minister, Sir John A. MacDonald, a conservative, knew this was the key to Canada’s future. Thus thousands of miles of steel rails mounted on wooden ties connected our nation and Canada flourished as access to markets was established. Following rail came highways increasing the movement of goods across our nation, increasing our economic growth even more. Then in the 1950s transcontinental pipelines added their economic power to that of road and rail boosting Canada’s Strankman wealth even further. Canadian’s have benefited greatly from innovations that create efficiencies in the movement of products that the builders of Canada’s rail system could not even have conceived. Those efficiencies have allowed every Canadian the ability to participate in the creation of sustainable wealth, most often without government subsidy or corporate welfare. These innovations have resulted in lower costs and constant improvement of safety and environmental records.

Most importantly these efficiencies have allowed Canadian businesses to remain competitive in the globalized economy. Unfortunately ongoing innovations that improve the safe and environmentally responsible movement of natural resources that make Alberta’s oil and gas competitive, have not been recognized in the past by Rachel Notley’s NDP government. To make matters worse, on April 10 at the NDP convention in Edmonton, delegates from across Canada voted in favour of the “Leap Manifesto” revealing their true intentions to “transform society.” The Leap Manifesto is a plan to shift swiftly away from fossil fuels and would stop any new infrastructure that would increase extrication of nonrenewable resources, including pipelines. Making a policy to stop pipeline development in Alberta’s largest revenue generating sector can most certainly be considered an attack on capitalism and Alberta, and most certainly will lead to continued nervousness among Alberta’s oil and gas investment community. In 1933 the founding members of the CCF (precursor to the NDP party) adopted the “Regina Manifesto” that stated allowing the open market system to determine prices was a “cancer,” and further stated that no

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CCF government would “rest content until it has eradicated capitalism and put into operation the full program of socialized planning.” In a recent television address, Notley told Albertans that her government would “take action to open new markets” that includes “building a modern and carefully-regulated pipeline to tidewater.” The Premier’s statement conflicts drastically with the manifesto ratified by her party. The proposed Energy East pipeline would ship Alberta’s oil to Canada’s large industrial centres in the east reducing Canada’s reliance on foreign oil from despot regimes that violate human rights and ignore environmental concerns and would also create jobs right across the country. Pipelines are the modern day railroads that will build not only Alberta’s economy but Canada’s and increase our resource and tax revenues substantially. The NDP have adopted yet another manifesto that is aimed at destroying capitalism, this time with Alberta’s oil and gas industry as a target. The words of the Premier that indicate an about-face on pipeline development from her pre-election stance are of little to no comfort to Albertans, considering the enormous obstacle her party has now erected to block the critical infrastructure needed to create jobs and generate the revenues Albertans and ten of thousands of Canadians rely on. The NDP are trying to force our nation to leap

Capital projects to be completed Lisa Joy

ECA Review reporter Bashaw passed its $3.9 million capital budget and will tap into unused grants available from 2014 and 2015 to complete projects. The town will access $93,426 from the Basic Municipal Transportation Grant, $101,122 from the Federal Gas Tax Fund, and $525,364 from Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) funding to complete several capital projects. The town earmarked all of its MSI funds towards future 54 Ave. Infrastructure replacement, which includes pavement and water/sewer lines. The total project is expected to cost $3.1 million and the town would have to debenture the $2.6 million shortfall if they went forward with the project this year. The town’s debt limit is $2.4 million and borrowing now

would put them over their debt limit by about $231,587. Council agreed to delay this project until after the school construction is done to avoid any damage to improvements. Council approving the project now, however, gives administration the ability to apply for available government grants. Once the town gets the funding they are required to use the funds within two years, unless other arrangements are made. Capital projects proceeding for 2016 will cost about $606,350 with a funding shortfall of $80,986. About $494,000 is budgeted for wastewater collection and treatment upgrades including lagoon cleaning, breathing air system, lagoon manhole rehabilitation and lagoon berm rehabilitation. About $45,000 will be spent on the water distribution system including upgrades to the transfer switch for the water

plant with it being upgraded to an automatic system to handle all pumps and controls. The main line water valve will be repaired at 50 St. and 50 Ave. The fire department will get $35,000 for specialized firefighting equipment. Parks, recreation and sports facilities will get $32,0000, including an estimated $26,000 for a coin billing mechanism for freshwater. Another $6,000 will be spent on tree shearing. Another $235,000 will be spent on upgrading an alley to handle truck traffic on an industrial lot access road. In other business, Camrose County, in a letter to the Town of Bashaw, turned down the town’s request to supply a quote to construct a laneway near Bashaw’s new Seed Cleaning Plant citing they don’t have the expertise and staff to complete the project as reasons.

The Daysland School full-day kindergarten program provides students with 475 hours of instruction using a balanced literacy approach to teaching reading and writing skills. Classes typically operate 2-3 days per week. A parent information meeting is being held in the school at 11:15 a.m., April 21, 2016. Registration packages are now available through the preschool and in the general office. A kindergarten orientation will be held for prospective students at Daysland School on Thursday, May 26 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information contact: Mr. Richard Payne, Principal @ 780-374-3676

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Clive tackles cats, curfews and chickens Lisa Joy

ECA Review reporter Village of Clive continues to debate bringing in a curfew, a cat bylaw and now allowing urban hens. At its last meeting Clive deferred making a decision on creating a cat bylaw and enacting a youth curfew and now, after two letters about urban hens, they added that to their list during their regular council meeting April 11. Council will send a survey to residents by mail, as well as offering an online survey, asking their opinion on the three issues. Mayor Anita Gillard expressed concern that making a youth curfew implies the village has a problem with youth but she added that having one gives law enforcement the ability to stop youth late at night and ask where they are going and what they are doing. “I think it’s good to have one because it backs up police and [Lacombe County bylaw],” she said. The village is considering a cat bylaw after a resident approached council last month asking for help dealing with unwanted cats using her yard as a litter box.

Surplus allocated

The Village of Clive had a $67,384 operating surplus from 2015 and put most of it towards future road repairs. Five thousand will go to the fire department, $5,000 to water and $5,000 to sewer and the remaining to road reserve funds. “To me that’s [road repairs] is one of the priorities,” said Clive Mayor Anita Gillard during council’s regular meeting April 11. Likewise, Coun. Marvin Wieler agreed. “That will be a big boost to the village doing that.” Future road repairs include in front of 4604 – 47 Ave., intersection of 52 Ave. and 47 St., road near 4902 – 49 Ave. and 5115 – 49 Ave. By 2019 Clive has to replace the fire department’s self-contained breathing apparatuses for an estimated $100,000, which will be cost shared by Lacombe County.

Renews contract with PCPS

Clive council unanimously voted in favour of renewing its contract with Parkland Community Planning Services (PPCS) next year for another three-year term. PCPS provides planning expertise to its 17 member municipalities who can’t

Dollar a year for firehall rental Cont’d from Pg 1 “Some years you win and some years you lose,” said Moffat with respect to that particular dollar amount. She went on to say that instead of exchanging money, the $22,000 would be charged to the county annually until they pay off the debt incurred by taking over the service, once a price was agreed upon for the cost of the equipment and so on. A dollar a year would be charged for the hall rental however the county would be responsible for all upgrades and costs. Forestburg council members are anxious to have this fire agreement finalized as many voiced concerns that by the time the county gets around to signing this current contract it will have reached its 2017 expiration date and the process will have to be repeated all over again. Council members agreed to send Flagstaff county a request to review the fire services agreement in hopes of helping move the process along.

New water treatment plant

The village’s new water treatment plant is in the final stages of completion said Moffat. Select Engineering’s report to council said that there are only a few items left to complete on the “to do” list, therefore discussions took place over when to hold a grand opening.

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Discussions also surrounded how to handle the late penalty fee for the continued delays on the part of the Temple Engineering, the company who handled the construction of the project. Although the water treatment plant’s construction came in on budget, a rarity in the “major construction project world”, the project was 180 days behind schedule. Select Engineering, the intermediary between Temple Engineering and the Village of Forestburg, recommended against charging Temple the penalty fine according to Moffat, stating that it would likely go to court and would end up costing the village more dollars than the fine itself. Councillor Dana Oberg questioned why concessions were put in contracts if they don’t actually hold up. Concern was also voiced for the potential draw backs of upsetting Temple. Would their efficiency and quality of work be a problem during the warranty period, should the village stand firm on the penalty fee. After a great deal of discussion, it was agreed that the penalty fine would be overlooked and the “hold back pay”, in the amount of $250,000 still owed to Temple, would be paid provided they complete the “punch list” by the end of May, and at which point the warranty period would start.

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Council brushes up on roles Lisa Joy

ECA Review reporter Council voted in favour of participating in Municipal Affairs workshops about the roles and responsibilities of municipal officials. Deputy Mayor Curt Peterson, during council’s regular meeting April 6, said new members of council would benefit from these sessions, adding he took them previously and they are informative. The courses outline the duties expected of councillors, the municipality and the chief administrative officer.

Renews contract with PCPS

Village of Alix renewed its contract with Parkland Community Planning Services (PCPS), which provides shared planning services to smaller municipalities. Several municipalities use PCPS of Red Deer to meet their planning service needs rather than paying for in-house planning staff. “We can’t afford it on our own,” said Alix Deputy Mayor Curt Peterson during the village’s regular meeting April 6. How much the village pays for the service under the new contract hasn’t been determined yet. PCPS, which

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Alix Coun. Gord Christensen, in his report to council, said there was a Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) meeting in Alix in March and Lloyd Dahl of Alix was given an award for his years of work and dedication to the Alix Nature Trail.

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Wind generation is not benign by Herman Schwenk We hear a lot lately about clean alternative energy from all the usual suspects. These include the environmental community, left wing politicians and most of the media. There are billions of dollars being spent on the promotion and installation of wind generators. All this to save the world from the ravaging damage of climate change “think global warming” caused by a catastrophic increase of C02 emissions!

a lease with a wind company. For example: you may think you are signing a lease for a small piece of land to put the tower on, similar to an oil well lease. The company may put an easement on the entire quarter section and use it as collateral to borrow capital for financing the project. That could prevent you from using the same land as collateral. Once you sign the lease you may not have the ability to influence where the structure is built. Another concern raised was the matter of term That [wind renewals. You may think that you have signed for a term company] could renewal of four to six years when in fact the small print prevent you from gives the company options of to 55 years. using the same land upMy advice is DO NOT sign a lease without having a as collateral. lawyer examine that lease in detail. That way if you do not like it, have it changed or The powers that be are hell don’t sign it. bent to impose the installaThere are complaints of tion of these monstrosities on several health issues related society with out underto the towers being too close standing what the real to residences. The swooshing consequences are on the of the blades, ringing of ears, health of people, farm anivertigo, sleeplessness and mals and wildlife. other stress related ailments Every time someone presrelated to being down wind ents some negative evidence from the turbines. of the effects of wind generaWhat you don’t see distors, governments pass cussed about wind turbines is legislation to cover up the evi- the effect on wildlife and farm dence as has happened in animals grazing around Ontario. The usual suspects them. It stands to reason that as I prefer to refer to them if they are having a negative will throw every road block affect on humans they would they can think of to stop a also affect animals. pipeline but not wind power! We know that the turbines Why does the installation are responsible for the of a wind farm not require an destruction of many birds environmental impact and bats. In southern Alberta assessment? there is a species of bat that If Premier Notley’s NDP may go extinct. What kills government was really honest them is the difference in air about changing the electric pressure from one side of the power mix in Alberta she turning blade to the other would insist on getting the that blows out their lungs. support of Albertans by The environmentalists passing legislation to have make a big noise over birds environmental impact assess- dying in the settling ponds ments before wind farms are that are part the oil sand approved and hold a referextraction process, in fact endum before closing some companies have been coal-fired generating stations. fined over these dead birds. The Consort Enterprise proThese same people are okay duced an excellent insert to with birds being killed by commemorate Canadian wind turbines. Agriculture Safety Week in My next column will be a their March 16 issue. In it was continuation of this topic. I a two page article on the subwill be receiving information ject of wind generation. The on extensive research that article had several warnings was done in Ontario and elsefrom a legal firm to be aware where on the negative effects of if you are intending to sign of wind generation.

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It’s time to grow up, shut up, shake hands with our federal government Dear Editor, I have to respond to recent opinions expressing that our federal government should not be spending as much as it is. In fact, now is a great time for governments to borrow because 1) interest rates are so low, 2) investing in infrastructure not only creates jobs, it creates the lasting value of the infrastructure, and 3) failing to stimulate the economy could lead to much more dangerous economic depression. Everybody knows that economies are cyclical: growth and recession follow each other like winter follows summer. Anybody with a bit of sense prepares for bad times by saving as much as they can when times are good so that they are ready for the inevitable downturn. Instead of pretending that the party would never end, the federal government should have raised taxes when times were good, when we could afford it. If the last government had done so, we would have had the savings to stimulate the

economy now. Instead, the last government failed to tax adequately and let the rich hide their money in tax havens, leaving us with reduced services and a deficit (while selling off Canadians’ assets to fake a surplus). So, the current government has few choices. Worrying too much about debt is a mistake. The real danger to Canada is protectionist policies emerging in our biggest market: the US. Three American presidential candidates - Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders - are all opposed to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and Trump and Sanders are adamantly opposed to free trade of any kind. Where does that leave us? It’s important to remember that free trade isn’t just about money. Since the Second World War, it’s primarily been a political tool used by the allies to avoid war in Europe and prop up “friends”. Never mind the national

debt: in this era of looming protectionism, we should be focussing on our relationship with our trading partners, particularly our neighbour to the south. It’s worth pointing out that Stephen Harper was never officially invited to the White House: not once. Justin Trudeau received an official invitation to the White House within months of being elected, and was honoured with a state dinner. Americans love Trudeau, the world loves Trudeau and they’re going to do business with him. The question is, will we? I hope Alberta’s leaders - in media and politics - stop making political hay out of talking trash. It is not helping. It’s time to grow up, shut up, slap on a smile, shake hands with our federal government and get down to the business of making deals that benefit Albertans. Nora Abercrombie CEO, Green Party of Canada for Battle River - Crowfoot

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Should unions have the right to dictate public policy? by Jordan Bateman, B.C. Director & Aaron Wudrick, Federal Director (This column originally appeared in the National Post on April 5, 2016) For more than a decade, the B.C. government and the BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) have been locked in an expensive (and messy) court battle. Hanging in the balance is the ability of elected officials to set public policy priorities. B.C.’s last New Democratic Party government agreed to a sweetheart deal with the BCTF — one of its key union allies — which included restrictions on class size and class composition, and cost taxpayers millions of dollars by forcing schools to hire more teachers. The NDP was swept out of power soon after, winning just two of 79 seats in 2001. Gordon Campbell and the B.C. Liberals took over, with a clear and resounding mandate to right the fiscal ship by controlling costs and cutting taxes. The new government and the BCTF started negotiating a new collective agreement, but it was clear they had very different priorities. Campbell believed class size and composition were a matter of government policy that should not be managed through collective agreements, but rather should be decided through consultation with the public. The BCTF disagreed.

Campbell broke this deadlock by legislating a new contract, which removed the aforementioned provisions. The union was enraged and took the government to court. Many years later, a court held that it was unconstitutional for the government to legislatively amend collective agreements in this way. The judge gave the two parties a year to renegotiate the contract. When a settlement still could not be reached, the government again introduced legislation and the BCTF again took it to court. This time, the BCTF hit the jackpot. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Susan Griffin effectively ruled that important terms in a contract between the B.C. government and a government union could not be modified without the consent of both parties, unless there were “exigent” or “urgent” circumstances. Fortunately, a year later, the B.C. Court of Appeal overturned this decision. It found that the trial judge erred in finding that the government could not legislate the terms of a collective agreement over the objections of a union, and said that the trial judge stepped too far into the political arena by passing judgment on the reasonableness of the government’s motivations. The BCCA noted — quite rightly — that the trial judge’s approach effectively provides “workers with a

presumptive constitutional veto” over education policy. The BCTF is now appealing to the Supreme Court of Canada. Our organization, the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF), plans to file an intervenor application, to stand up for the ability of duly elected governments to carry out their democratic mandate, and for the taxpayers, who, if the BCTF succeeds, would be stuck with the tab for union-friendly sweetheart deals negotiated by previous administrations. Yet the CTF will not be the only intervenor. You can bet the big government unions will all be lining up with the BCTF. We believe the nine other provincial governments should intervene to support the B.C. government in its efforts. If the B.C. government loses this case, anything granted by a unionfriendly government in a collective agreement could become nearly impossible to remove without the union’s permission. Imagine a future government on its political deathbed signing a 20-year contract with a friendly union, guaranteeing no teachers would have more than 12 students in their classes. If the BCTF is successful at the Supreme Court, any government in Canada could do just that and it would be binding for 20 years, even if voters overwhelmingly say they don’t want it.

Government looking for public input Cont’d from Pg 5 CAFF is a newly formed group looking to promote local filmmakers and projects. Councillors Sean Nolls and Malcolm Fischer with Mayor Dick Richards attended a March meeting with CAFF in Red Deer to learn more about the festival slated for October. According to Fisher, the group was impressed and surprised with Stettler’s range of local historic sites, cultural activities and the tech system at the high school.

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After reviewing 14 tenders for the 57 Street storm sewer improvements, council awarded the tender to Wally’s Backhoe Services for $200,177. Tagish Engineering will complete the engineering for up to $97,700. Total cost for the project is $292,877,

the majority of which will be funded from the Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) grant. The lowest three tenders, Wally’s, Urban Dirtworks and Carbon Earthworks, were chosen and then rated against several factors such as experience with this type of construction and past work performance, then given a score out of 100. Wally’s scored 81/100 against Urban’s 84 and Carbon’s 64.

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As part of its Climate Leadership Plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Alberta government is looking for public input on a provincial transit strategy for urban and rural public transportation. Rural transit is unlike urban transit stated Mayor Richards and there is no ‘cookie-cutter’ solution that fits all communities.

Richards emphasized the need for municipalities to stress to both federal and provincial levels of government the need to leave transit decisions with municipalities and fund those decisions effectively. A survey and downloadable workbook are available to the public on the Alberta Transportation website until April 29.

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The next phase of the Stettler Recreation Centre’s arena upgrades will go ahead after council received confirmation Stettler was awarded a $60,000 Intermunicipal Collaboration grant. The grant will cover costs for the 2016 pre-engineering and design part of the project as well as public consultation.

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Building and flying model airplanes, a proud accomplishment service will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home near Chestermere (1605 - 100 Street SE, Calgary) on April 19, 2016 at 2 p.m. If so desired, memorial donations in Bill’s name may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta (10531 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H 4K1) or to a charity of your choice. To express condolences, please visit: www.mountainviewmemorial.ca.

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Passed away, surrounded by her children Edna Adrienne Glasier was born April 8, 1930 in Coronation, Alberta. Edna passed away, surrounded by her children, on April 5, 2016 in the Coronation Hospital at the age of 85 years, three days prior to her 86th birthday. Predeceased Glasier by her husband Edward, Edna is survived by her four children, nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Children: Carol (Leigh) Funnell, Dwayne (Terry) Glasier, Judy (John) Bargholz and Bryan Glasier. Grandchildren: Jesse (Joleena) Funnell, Jenna (Cory) Seward, Jeff (Kisa) Glasier, Blair (Tairsa) Glasier, Jordan (Cassie) Bargholz, Matthew (Abby) Bargholz, Ethan (Meg) Bargholz, Trent (Stephanie) Glasier and Anthony Glasier. Great grandchildren: Jaxen, Dayton, and Danae Funnell, Kinleigh, Brinkley,

and Emmerley Seward, Cyndnee and Samantha Glasier, Jaidyn, Colbie, and Kaelum Glasier, Willa and Haidan Bargholz and Bentley Bargholz. She is also survived by two sisters, Donna James and Sharon (George) Christman; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and all of Edward’s family and many friends. A funeral service for Edna was held on Saturday, April 9, 2016, 1 p.m. at the Trinity United Church in Coronation, Ab., with Reverend Alwin Maben officiating. Barbie Berg played for the congregational hymns. Blair Glasier gave a loving tribute in memory of his Grandma. The interment followed the service at the Coronation Cemetery. Everyone gathered for lunch in the lower hall of the church which was prepared and served by the Community Funeral Lunch

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Agri-News The importance of fertilizers for sustaining crop production is well-recognized in the crop industry in Alberta, and a common fertilizer management practice is to apply fertilizer with the seed at the time of seeding. Mark Cutts, crop specialist, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry says that while the benefits of seed placed fertilizer are certain, it is important to ensure proper amounts are being placed with the seed: “Applying too much fertilizer with the seed can reduce or delay crop emergence. To ensure seed-placed fertilizers are being managed properly, an understanding of the factors that influence their use is required.” The fertilizer product most commonly evaluated for seed-placed safety is urea (46-0-0). Seed placed urea can reduce crop emergence through ammonia toxicity. A number of factors impact the amount of urea that can be seedplaced: seedbed utilization (calculated as the spread of seed and fertilizer divided by the row spacing); soil conditions (soil texture, soil moisture); and seed size. It is important to recognize that an interaction exists between these factors and, as a result, the amount of urea that can be seed-placed varies considerably. Higher seedbed utilization (e.g. 50 per cent versus 10 per cent), finer textured soils (clay verses sand), and a larger seed size (cereal versus canola) allow more urea to be placed with the seed. It should be noted that for seedplaced urea, moisture conditions at

the time of seeding and moisture received shortly after seeding (up to seven days post-seeding) can minimize the toxic effects of urea in the seed-row. However, to minimize the risk associated with urea, the amount to be seed-placed should reflect moisture conditions present at the time of seeding. Many producers seed-place phosphate fertilizers in order to ensure seedling plants have early access to this nutrient. The main phosphate fertilizer used in Alberta, monoammonium phosphate (11-52-0, 12-51-0), generally has low seedling toxicity. However, there is a distinct difference in maximum amounts of seed-placed phosphate

based on crop type. “In general, cereal crops can tolerate the amount of phosphate that is typically seed placed, while crops such as oilseeds and pulses are more sensitive,” says Cutts. In Alberta, at ten per cent seed bed utilization, the maximum recommended rates of seed-placed phosphate for cereal, pea, and canola are 50, 25, and 15 pounds per acre respectively. A third fertilizer product that can be seed-placed is potassium chloride (0-060). Seed placed potassium fertilizer can impact crop stand establishment through a salt effect. The safe level of potassium that can be applied with the seed depends on crop type. “Typically, tolerance is higher for cereal crops as compared to

a smaller seeded crop such as canola. Pulse crops are sensitive to seed-placed potassium fertilizer, and producers may need to consider alternative fertilizer placement approaches such as banding.” When fertilizer is being seed placed several factors must be considered. An understanding of these factors and how they interact will allow the maximum benefit of these fertilizers to be achieved. For more information on seedplacing fertilizers please refer to (www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/ deptdocs.nsf/all/agdex3894/$file/541-1. pdf?OpenElement ) the Alberta Fertilizer Guide, or contact the Ag Info Centre at 310-FARM.

Determining a reasonable crop land rent Agri-News With spring approaching, many landlords and tenants are reviewing their crop land rental arrangements to see whether they are fair and reasonable. Dean Dyck, farm business management specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry (AF) says determining an equitable rate is not easy. “Often, people use what others are charging or paying in the local area. Following this approach has pitfalls because the rate may not be reflective of the soil productivity on the farm, or there may be a difference between what was rumoured and what was actually paid.” Ultimately, land rental agreements

are pivotal to a producer’s success, particularly as changes in prices and yields from year-to-year affect profit and the renter’s ability to pay. In Alberta, cash rent and crop share are the two predominant crop land rental arrangements. Cash rental is common because the lease is simple, the rent is fixed, and the landowner does not have to make any operating or marketing decisions. The tenant has more control over cropping decisions, and can benefit from higher profits. A useful method to estimate a cash rent is called a “crop share equivalent,” or the rental rate that would be received from a typical 75:25 crop share lease. Computing the rate using this

method requires estimates of longterm average yields in the area, and realistic prices for the coming year. “A suggestion is to use Crop Insurance yields and insurable prices. Then apply a discount of 25 per cent for variability in weather, yields, and prices since the tenant is assuming all of these risks” says Dyck. The formula is: (yield x 25 per cent) x price x 75 per cent. Complete this calculation for at least four major crops grown in the area and take the average. Another simple method is a percentage of gross returns. Compare cash rents in your area over the past five- to ten-years against gross returns of the crops that were grown. Turn to Calculate, Pg 13

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Real Estate

2237 +/- ACRES grazing lease near MacKay, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. 375 AUMs, natural water throughout. Jerry Hodge: 780706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. 104 PLACER Gold Claims - South of Dawson City, Yukon. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. Claims on 60 Mile River & 13 Mile Creek. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. PASTURE & grazing lease near High Prairie, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. 80 Acres Pasture & 2 Parcels Grazing Lease. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. SHOP & Office Complex - Millet, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. 27,730+/- sq. ft. industrial shop & office complex - 40 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-7066652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. INDUSTRIAL Property & Shop Strathmore, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Edmonton. 2+/- title acres industrial property & 8000 sq. ft. shop. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

PASTURE & hay land. 400 - 8000 acres year round water. Management available. Central Sask. Natural springs excellent water. Grazing available. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k $2.6m. Doug Rue 306-7162671; saskfarms@ shaw.ca. LAKE FRONT Residence - Pigeon Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Edmonton. 1313 +/sq. ft., 1 1/2 storey home - 0.2 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

Mobile Homes

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NEWLY RENOVATED house for rent on large corner lot. Upstairs totally renovated, basement still unfinished. Comes with large single, insulated garage which is attached to the house. No pets or smoking in the house. We are open to rent to own offers, rent is $1200 plus utilities. $1200 damage deposit plus $1200 first months rent. Contact 403348-6579 or 403704-0257, or email vandepolfarms@ yahoo.ca.

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BEAUTIFUL spruce trees 4-6 feet, $35 each. Machine planting: $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee $75$125/ order. Quality guaranteed. 403-8200961. POLE Barns, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403-9987907; jcameron@ advancebuildings. com.

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Feed & Seed

HAYTECH common alfalfa seed, bred for hybrid vigour. $3.65/ lb. 780-374-3877. Dennis Dylke, Daysland. FORAGE seed for sale: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-863-2900. 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, 1-877250-5252.

Livestock

BULLS for sale. Charolais, Red Angus and Red Angus/Simmental cross. 780-582-2254. FREE STANDING corral panels & wind breakers for sale. Also bale feeders, calf sheds and feed bunkers. Call Lenard 1-888-998-3418 or 780-806-3694. LIGHT BIRTH weight Red and Black Angus yearling bulls for sale. $2750. Davidson Angus, Lougheed, AB. Home: 780-3842354, Cell: 780-8887585, Blaine & Alyssa. FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh bulls, yearlings and 1-2 year old polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled. 780-9137963; www.simmeronranch.ca.

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Auctions

UNRESERVED Farm Auction. Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. Tractors, trailers, equipment, antiques & more! East of Bonnyville, Alberta. Scribner Auction 780-842-5666. Pictures & listing: www.scribnernet. com. ANNUAL Spring Equipment Consignment. Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m. MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds, Alberta. Selling acreage & farm dispersals, vehicles, ATV’s, RV’s, trailers, seacans, storage tarp buildings & party tents, livestock equipment, lumber & trusses, lawn & garden equipment & supplies, trees, tools & misc.; www.montgomeryauctions.com. 1-800-371-6963.

MEIER 2 Day Classic Car & Truck Auction. Saturday & Sunday, May 7 & 8, 11 a.m. both days. 6016 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

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ANTIQUE Show Edmonton - Western Canada’s longest running collectors show - antiques, collectibles, and pop culture. 41st Annual Wild Rose Antique Collectors Show & Sale. Sellers from across Canada. Special collectors displays. Antique evaluations by Canadian Antiques Roadshow appraiser Gale Pirie - $15 per item. Saturday, Apr. 16, 9 - 5 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 17, 10 4 p.m. Edmonton Expo Centre. 780437-9722; www.wildroseantiquecollectors.ca BEGINNER Driving Horse Clinic Series. April 29-May 1; May 14-15; May 28-29. Instructor: Dennis Mitzel. Contact the Lloydminster Exhibition Office: 306-825-5571 or lloyexh.com.

GRANT opportunities for farmers and ranchers through the “Growing Forward 2” program presented by CARA and the Spondin Ag Society on Mon. Apr. 25, 8 p.m. at the Spondin Community Centre. 1 1/2 hr. presentation and application forms will be available. REACH over 1 Million Readers Weekly. Advertise Province Wide Classifieds. Only $269 + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call now for details 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228; www.awna.com. INTERESTED in the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna. com/for-job-seekers.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Department Assistant Paintearth Lodge is now accepting applications from students who will be entering, or returning, to college or university this fall. The Summer Career Placement Program begins May 2nd and ends August 19th, 2016. The program is 40 hours per week, with the possibility of occasional weekends and shift work. As Department Assistant you will be required to: • perform a variety of tasks within each Lodge department; • Must have excellent interpersonal relationship skills as you will be working with seniors as well as a variety of staff personnel; • Must have a valid driver’s license. Only successful or short-listed applicants will be notified. Resumes with reference sources will be received until April 15th, 2016, send them to: Brenda Kneller, Box 209, Castor, AB TOC OXO or email to knellerac@wildrosenet.ca

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Four local members compete at provincials submitted by Robin Boschman Four 4-H Alberta members from east central Alberta competed with nearly 30 others in Wetaskiwin this past Sat., Apr. 9 at the 4-H Alberta Provincial Communications Competition which included both speeches and presentations. Congratulations to Logan Holben and Carter Cannady from the Golden Prairie 4-H Club, Lucienne Henry from the Tees Wranglers Light Horse and Rodeo, and Dulcie Turner from the Amisk 4-H Beef Club for winning at their club, district and regional levels in order to represent east central Alberta at the provincial level.

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by Bob Chapman help but my number one search technique is Spring is such a great time for me for so many trolling bottom bouncers and spinner rigs. I will reasons, but none greater than the start of use about one ounce of weight for every 10 feet of another season chasing walleye. water, but that can vary a bit depending on wind. The fishing season for most Alberta lakes Most of my spinner rigs are tied with about a opens on the long weekend in four foot snell using a #5 May and by then walleye can Colorado blades and a two be in a few different spawning hook harness with #2 or #4 stages. hooks. Walleye start the actual I have tied my own spawn when the water is in spinner rigs for many years the 42 - 45 degree range, so and tried numerous bead depending on the location of and blade combinations. the lake, your stages of spawn There are times when I will may be different. vary the rigs a bit, but probSpring locations on average ably 95 per cent of the time I are fairly shallow usually less use the one mentioned. than 10 feet but that depends I pull these rigs about 1 on the type of structure they 1.3 miles an hour which has are spawning on. worked well for me over the On lakes with incoming years. You can pull this rig streams or rivers, walleye trolling up and down strucwill stage at the mouth of ture until you contact fish. these streams and when the If you do not have a GPS Bob Chapman with his “elusive” walleye. temperature is right they for monitoring your speed, ECA Review/Submitted keep your rig at about a 45 migrate up the stream to drop their eggs before degree angle from the rod returning to the lake. On lakes without a suitable tip to where it contacts the water. stream walleye will spawn on rocky bottom When pulling bouncer rigs I use a seven foot windswept shores, or rocky reefs. medium to medium heavy baitcast rod with an 8 Fishing techniques in the spring can vary a lot 17 pound line rating. due to the different structures they are relating I like using superlines, fireline or powerpro to, and many are transitioning between shallow when trolling due to the increased sensitivity and and deeper water if they are done spawning. no stretch. This is a personal preference but I If I am fishing shallow I will keep the boat out find hook sets more successful with the deeper and cast jigs, lindy rigs or slip bobbers superlines. into the shallows. A boat, regardless of size, can I will use minnows, leeches and gulp worms for spook walleye out of shallow water and if you are bait, usually trying them all and sticking with trolling you can spook the fish before your lure the most productive. ever gets to them. If you find a good pocket of fish when trolling If you are going to try trolling shallow, the use you can slow down or anchor up and use jigs or of an inline planer which moves your presentaslip bobbers but very often in this transition tion off to the side of the boat can work really period walleye are spread out, and constantly well. moving will be more productive. Once the walleye move deeper your sonar will Good luck chasing the elusive “wall”.

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Auctioneer Note: Mr. and Mrs. Glasere have sold their farm and are retiring. Equipment in this Sale is well maintained & shed. Plan on attending. For more information call Vern Glasere at 780-789-4135 or Miller’s Auction Service at 780-789-2226 or 780-920-6738. www.millersauctionservice.com

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Chesterfield & Chair; Electric Fireplace; Wooden Arm Chair; Solid Wood Door Chest; Panasonic 32” Flat Screen TV; Solid Wood TV Stand; VCR; Wooden Shelf Table c/w rollers; Electric Exerciser, like new; Many more household items... Auctioneer Note: Mr. and Mrs. Magnan are moving into a senior apartment therefore this Sale. Everything is in like new condition. Plan on attending. For more information call Miller’s Auction Service at 780-789-2226 or 780920-6738. Call Wilf Bittner for information on Real Estate at 780-699-2737. www.millersauctionservice.com

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Could this be the Capitals’ cup year? by Bruce Penton The obvious favourite to win the Stanley Cup this spring is the Washington Capitals, but obvious choices don’t always win. In fact, favourites fail more often than they succeed. Upsets and surprises are about as regular in the world of sports as half-truths and embellishments popping out of the mouths of politicians. So with the 16-team all-American Stanley Cup playoffs just nicely Penton under way, it’s best to take the playoff form chart and … well, throw it into the Zamboni room’s recycling bin. Which goaltender will get hot and carry his team to a couple of surprise victories? Which third-line forward will suddenly turn into the second coming of Wayne Gretzky and turn a two-week hot streak into an opening-round upset? Which no-name rookie will become the 2016 version of Sudden Death Hill and pot a couple of latenight OT game-winners? Which top defenceman will get banged on the head and miss a couple of crucial games with concussion-like symptoms? There may be excitement in the Stanley Cup playoffs. There may be long games. There may be some unforgettable Don Cherryisms. But there can be no guarantees. It’s the playoffs, remember. The Capitals won the President’s Trophy (overall points lead) and will

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Progressive Waste Solutions through the Community Enhancement Fund partnership with Paintearth Regional Waste Management Ltd., presented monies to various organizations in the County of Paintearth. From the left, Reeve George Glazier, John Rush, Coronation Landfill manager, and recipients, Kirsty Cooper, representative for Brownfield Rec Centre, Eunhye Cho, Coronation Library, Gordon Weeks for the Fleet Community Hall, Julia Couturier for the Coronation Golden Age, Shelly Pals representing Castor/Halkirk Handi-van and Castor Special Housing, Wendy Bozek for the Castor Library, Sandra Johnson for the Halkirk Community Hall, Vanessa Dyki representing Castor Child Care with Dan Rochette from Progressive Waste Solutions.

Committed to being a good neighbour Progressive Waste Solutions is committed to being a good neighbour and partner in the communities it serves. Through the Community Enhancement Fund partnership with Paintearth Regional Waste Management Ltd., the Coronation Landfill supports a wide variety of local organizations. In 2015, Progressive Waste Solutions contributed nearly $90,000. On March 9, cheques totalling approximately $35,000 were handed out to local community organizations

including Coronation Golden Age, Coronation Library, Castor Library, Fleet Community Hall, Castor/ Halkirk Handi-van, Castor Special Housing, Halkirk Community Hall, Brownfield Rec Centre and the Castor Child Care Society. Vanessa Dyki, Castor Childcare Board President said by applying for and receiving grants from the Progressive Waste Community enhancement fund as well as other donors, the Society has been able to update the facility to better serve the

children and parents who use the facility. “Having an accredited daycare in town is one of the things that will always be needed as long as there are working parents in the area,” said Dyki. We are proud of our record of giving to the community, said John Rush,

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S/A 70Amp Arc Welder, 220V Submersible Pump, 2-Wood Picnic Tables, Garden allowing easily maneuver in close quarters. Bobcat skid-steer loadersyou haveto a celebrated 50-year history of 3PT EQUIPMENT Tram Cyclone Grass Accessories, Hitch Accessories, Impeller S/n E00930T9883106 quality, performance and reliability. They can pivot 360 degrees, Fencing Tools, Misc. Wheels, Ground skid-steer allowing you to easily maneuver in close quarters. on new Bobcat TRACTOR IHC 766 Dieselloaders Tractor w/ Seeder w/3PT, Ford Rear Blade w/3PT, Subsoiler w/3PT, Farmking 55” Wire, Wrenches, Barb Wire, Staples, Ezee-On FEL & Bale Fork * APR forLOADERS up to monthsFARM Finishing Mower w/3PT, Cultivator Blade For CAN AM ATV, Trolley Jacks, SKID-STEER EQUIPMENT JD 9350 (24’) APR for up to months* Tiger Torches, Etc. Bobcat skid-steer loadersBobcat have a celebrated 50-year history of 3x8’ DD Drills w/Triplex Hitch, w/3PT, Inland Snowblower w/3PT, 2 on new skid-steer loaders on newperformance Bobcat skid-steer quality, and reliability.loaders They can pivot 360 degrees, Wheel Hay Rake w/ 3PT, Masho Doepker Transport, Degelman allowing you to easily maneuver in close quarters. ALSO SELLING OR in lieu ORofinfinancing, lieu of financing, RP7200 Signature Rock Picker, Leon Rototiller w/3PT, Estate Sprayer Farm Machinery, Tractors, Forklifts, w/3PT, 3031 Vibrashank 38’ Cultivator w/Mt. rebatesrebates up to $4,500 CAD* up to $4,500 CAD*Harrows, Flexicoil 60’ Harrow Bar w/ LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT & HIP 3Pt Equipment, Skid Steer APR for up to months* Spring Harrows, Zweegler PZ-2000 ROOF BARN 10’x12’ Hip Roof Barn Attachments, Light Industrial on new Bobcat skid-steer loaders Spring Attachment Storage Shed, Graystone 7’ Arena Equipment, Hd & Light Trucks, Cars, Swath Inverter w/3PT OR in lieuREBATES of financing, Spring Attachment 3PT EQUIP. & OTHER Kubota K420 Rake, Allied Bale Spear, 2 Rnd. Bale Suvs, Trailers, ATV’s, Lumber & rebates up to $4,500 CAD* Rototiller w/ 3PT, IHC 80 Rnd. Bale Feeders, 23-Hi Qual 12’ Stock Panels, Building Supplies, Storage Tarp UP 3-HI-Qual 12’ Panels w/4’ Frame Gate, Buildings & Party Tents, Fending, Mover, TO CAD* UP Ford Finishing Mower w/3PT, 1-2W 10’ Panel w/4’ Frame Gate, Livestock Equipment, Lawn & Garden on select Bobcat attachments. Westfield Tail Gate Drill Fill Auger, Spring Attachment UP TO CAD*2-16’ Wood Skidded Horse Shelter, Equipment & Supplies, Log Playhouse 5-Sections of Diamond Harrows, TO CAD* & Swing, Trees, Antiques, Police REBATES Treated Fence Posts onSplitter, select6-Rolls Bobcat attachments. Wood of Net Wrap, on select Bobcat attachments. A uthorized B obcat Dealer LAWN TRACTOR JD RX75 Riding HAY BALES 5-2015 Round Bales of Seizure Bikes, Tools & Misc, UP 403.823.8383 TO CAD* Hay 1600+/-lbs Lawn Mower Bobcat skid-steer loaders have a celebrated 50-year history of

Equipment Trailer w/Ramps, Netwrap Rnd. Baler S/n HM25140 quality, performance and reliability. They can pivot 360 degrees, SKID-STEER LOADERS * Trailer DISCBINE Bine w/ Utility APR for up toJD 930 MoCo Disc months

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*Offers end 05/31/16. Available at participating and eligible dealers only. Offer may vary by product type, series, model and select units in dealer inventory. Offers available on new equipment in US and Canada only. Some restrictions apply. Length of contract may vary. Prior purchases not eligible. See dealer for details. Financing provided on approval of credit by authorized Bobcat finance providers to well-qualified buyers. Administrative fees may apply. Offer not available to government accounts, national accounts and municipal/utility bid customers. Non-commercial customers may not be eligible for low rate financing. Bobcat Company reserves the right to extend or discontinue any of these programs at any time without prior notice. Bobcat® and the Bobcat logo are trademarks of Bobcat Company.

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