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Big Valley budget set for 2015 D. Johnston
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Although frustrating with power outages, the hoar frost makes for a picturesque Christmas season. ECA Review/B.Causley
Daysland council learns of water computer troubles Director of Operations and Infrastructure, Cody Mayne, reported to the Daysland Council meeting Dec. 17, that as the result of a water leak, one of the isolation valves needed to be replaced. He then flushed hydrants which started to leak after the flushing. Upon investigation he saw that one was very corroded and bolts were missing from it. He brought in the corroded pieces for council to view. The hydrant was built in 2010 but the whole hydrate needed to be replaced. Mayne said that it was distribution pressure that held it together. “We were very lucky,” said Mayor Gail Watt. Mayne reported that new regulations are that hydrants have to be de-chlorinated and that they
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are looking at purchasing the equipment needed for that. Mayne spoke of the computer system used for the water treatment, and the difficulties and cost they have had with it. With $1.2 million already put into it, Mayne said that they won’t put any more time or money into it.
Snow Removal
Snow removal from sidewalks is an ongoing problem. If they are not cleared in 48 hours then residents will be charged. Council will put together a list of volunteers for elderly people who have reduced income and need assistance to shovel.
Transfer Stations
Murray Hampshire from Daysland Waste Management
met with CEOs to discuss the number of transfer stations. Since they feel there are too many, they will be closing some thus saving money. The ones that are left open will be cleaned up and improved. While they aren’t sure if they will close stations this year or next, Council was in agreement to study the proposed closures. Coun. Butch Robertson said “They want to be fair to the towns [that are near to landfills, closing] to give them time to study the closures. “I feel we need to look at the cost for garbage and recycling collection,” said Coun. Edward Kuslick. A motion was made to study the situation along with other communities.
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Big Valley council had a busy meeting tidying up a number of budgetary and bylaw items before year-end at the Dec. 17 council meeting. Council approved the 2015 operating budget for $653,267. The flat rate for water will increase to $15 from $12 and the per cubic metre rate will increase $.10 to $2.31 from $2.21. The minimum tax levy for properties is now $500 up from $400 for the village after council approved the increase. The updated animal control bylaw received third reading and was passed. The public is welcome to drop in to the village office to give their input on the next phases of Big Valley’s walking trail system. A laminated aerial map is available for residents to mark their favourite walking paths. Village council is looking at the economic impacts of converting two blocks of Main Street streetlights to gas from electric. According to CAO Michelle White, the cost to operate gas lighting would be far less than electric. Mayor Gail Knudson inquired if there might be a grant available to offset the cost of installing the lamp standards and lights. White stated there was likely a good chance to secure funding from grants because of the novelty of the project. Council members agreed the lighting would provide another unique tourism aspect to Big Valley and agreed the village should continue to investigate the feasibility of the lighting.
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Singing with Wilf Carter, high moment in Buelow’s life March 1918 - Sept. 2014 Walter Howard Buelow was born March 25, 1918 in Mirror, AB, to Edward and Hilda Buelow. A little brother to two year old sister, May, Walter had some health complications as an infant, spending his first few months in an Edmonton hospital. With a farm to run, a two year old daughter and Walter in hospital, his parents contracted the Swine Flu. Ed recovered, but Walter was eight months old when his 25 year old mother passed away. Ed remarried later and Walter became a big brother to Victor, Bill and Edna. Walter attended George School, which was three miles away and recalled seeing the prairie chickens dancing on a ridge on the way. He told how, in the school barn, the boys would tie two horses together that didn’t get along. When the squealing started the boys would have to leave class to straighten out the horse fight! Walter grew up farming and
helped with all the jobs that farming requires. He learned them all and loved farming, especially with horses, which were a big part of his life. He spent many hours behind five horses on a plow and it was here that he learned to yodel and sing. He also taught himself to play the guitar and enjoyed using these talents throughout his life to Buelow entertain people. In Bashaw, many years later, he was able to perform on stage with his idol, Wilf Carter. This was a high moment in his life. Walter bought the northwest quarter of the section he was born on, and lived and farmed there all of his life. On November 21, 1940, Walter married Mary Stenerson from Bashaw. They were married almost 74 years and had four sons, Wilf, Ted, Cliff and Wayne. They made their way through many
tough times as well, including the death of an infant son, Philip, and Mary getting Polio. They both told repeatedly, that if it wasn’t for their faith in the Lord, they wouldn’t have made it through. Their faith was very important to both of them. Walter was known far and wide for his yodelling, singing and clean jokes. He had a love for people and had friends in the USA, Germany and Switzerland, as well as his community, province and country. He was also well known for his horses. He raised Grulla Quarter Horses and his bloodlines are still prominent in Western Canada today. He was one of the last in his area to give up farming with horses, and was still threshing with horses in the ‘70s. Twenty years later, he started breeding Norwegian Fjords and once more used teams on the farm
Dining and Entertainment Guide Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 6 pm. coronation evangelical Free church, 403-578-3884 Dec. 24 - Family candlelight christmas eve Services, 7:30 pm. St. George’s anglican church, 4817-51 St. Stettler, 403-742-4853 Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 7 pm, alliance church, Hanna, 403-854-4122 Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 7 pm, United church, Hanna, 403-854-3772 Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 7 pm, lutheran church, Hanna, 403-854-4607 Dec. 24 - christmas eve barn Service, 5 pm @ Donald and adrieen Gould’s - 403-577-2251 (dress warmly) Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 7 pm, evangelical missionary church, castor. Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 7 pm. evangelical missionary church, oyen, Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 7 pm. Knox United church, consort Dec. 24 - christmas eve Service, 5 pm. veteran Full Gospel church, veteran Dec. 26 - 27 - the vat, red Deer, Sharkpuncher boxing Day Party, 403-346-5636 Dec. 27 - Yuletide Family Funspiel, Stettler curling rink, Jamie @ 403-742-3111 Dec. 31 - curling new Years eve Steak & lobster, new brigden Hall, advance tickets from Joan 403-664-0387. Dec. 31 - new Years Dinner & Dance at the elnora Drop in, 6 pm. advance tickets $12, at the door $15. June @ 403-749-2161 Dec. 31 - botha old time Dance club Dine & Dance, botha Hall. $30/person, under 18 with parents $15 each. Family friendly - no liquor. Doors open @ 5:30 pm. John @403574-2197 Dec. 31 Family new Years Party, Youngstown community Hall. Haley @ 403-779-2358
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with his grandsons. He was 87 when he used his old Massey Harris plow once again. Using the teams brought back many memories that he was able to share about farming, his family and the horses they used. Walter passed away September 23, 2014 in Lacombe, AB at the age of 96. He was laid to rest on September 29, 2014 in the Mirror Cemetery. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Walter is survived by his wife, Mary; sons Wilfred (Marlene), Ted (Linda), Clifford (Becky), and Wayne (Holly); grandchil-
dren Kenneth (Donna), Kevin (Brenda), Karen (Warren), Terry (Glenda), Maryann (Rollin), Bob (Heather), Kelly (Christie), Leanne (Troy), Phillip (Laurie), Samantha (Allen), Jessica (Stuart); 24 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister May, brother Bill (Doris), and sister Edna (Jim). He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Hilda, son Philip, daughter-in-law Louise, grandson Daniel, brother Victor, and step-mother Edith. “I liked farming… if you like it, it ain’t hard work!” ~ Walter Howard Buelow
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Council learns of BFI landfill planning and development Beth Causley
Review Reporter Development and Community Services is expecting another application for the next cell development at the Coronation Landfill at the Dec. 16 Paintearth County council meeting.. The regulations were discussed at length on the previous application and were supported by the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB). The hearing is slated for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015 in council chambers. Development and Community Services is expecting to make changes or amendments prior to final readings on the following Tuesday (Jan. 20) council meeting and subsequent Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) meeting to adjudicate the application. Each new cell should be defined as a new development and require a new development permit application.
New doctor accommodations
There are vacancies at the Paintearth lodge in Castor. It was suggested to use one of the rooms for locum doctor accommodation. CAO Tarolyn Peach said” We need to
utilize those rooms.” She went onto explain that the county pays one third of locum housing costs and since they pay for the room at the lodge. “One of the concerns,” said Coun. Walter Weber, “was that if the residents ever found out that there was a doctor there [living on site] that his door would be knocked on all the time [seeking medical advice].” Council decided that if that was the case then they would have to look at alternate accommodations and ultimately, it would be up to the doctor. Peach ended with “Whatever works for the locum, the retention committee and the lodge.”
Track Vehicles
Apache Canada have requested permission to utilize their track vehicles on country roads. The track vehicles have been used in places where there is a lot of snow. They do not go over 30/35 kilometres per hour, don’t go on the highway and they are licensed, with a licenced driver. Council agreed to write a letter granting them permission.
Coronation Community Silver Club
The Coronation Community Silver Club is seeking $5000 funding for their 2015
fiscal year. Formed about a year and a half ago they have nearly doubled their membership and continue to work to engage seniors in the community to become involved in community, social events, volunteering and their own health. The group has been a leading force in the Community Cooking for Seniors, Alzheimer Support group and are currently working on a grief and loss support group. They have received their Society status and will be seeking ways to sustain themselves. They are not qualified to attend casinos for at least 17 months and are applying for other grants and planning events to raise funds. “In the community I’ve heard they do good work,” said Peach. Everyone agreed, with much talk of the positive work they do, in particular with the Alzheimer’s’ group which attracts people not just from Coronation, but from the surrounding areas as well. Coun. Doreen Blumhagen asked “Have we ever given to any other seniors groups,” with the answer being no, that no one else had ever approached the council for funds. Blumhagen said “My only concern is if we give to Coronation then we will have to give to Castor and Halkirk.”
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Self-taught drum player, also played saxophone Arthur William Skaley 1937 - 2014 On Dec. 16, 2014, Art Skaley passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Art was born in Gadsby, Alberta on March 6, 1937 to Otto and Margaret Skaley. Art was the youngest son in a family of three other brothers and three sisters. He lived and worked on the family farm until he was 16 years old. He ventured on to Monitor, Alberta where he was employed at Skaley Peterson Electric. It was here he met the love of his life Sharon Mitchell who soon became his wife of 59 years. Art and Sharon were married on December 5, 1955. The couple moved to Stettler where Art found employment at the Travel Inn for a short time before gaining employment with the Town of Stettler where he worked for nine years. With the experience Art had gained, he was ready to start a business of his own and in 1965, Skaley Construction was formed. It all began as a business with two pump trucks and grew to include truck mounted backhoes, dump trucks, trackhoes and bobcats all gathered over the years. His business expanded over the 43 years it existed and served the community of Stettler and the surrounding area. Art and Sharon started their family life together in the town of Stettler. Their daughter Bev arrived on February 18, 1960 and their son Lenard was born June 8, 1961. In 1975, they moved to an acreage just east of town. In 1990 the family moved to a quarter section south of town. Here Art continued with his construction business but had an opportunity to engage in new adventures like raising Ostriches and composting. Art also started working with Angus cattle with his son and got involved with showing pure bread Angus cattle. In 1985 at the Fifth World Angus Forum, Art was awarded Grand Champion Female! An achievement he was very proud of. Art very much enjoyed music and was a self-taught drum player and also played the saxophone. He enjoyed many weekends and evenings playing in several bands in the area. Art’s greatest joy however was his five grandchildren. He was so very proud of them all and loved to share stories with everyone about their many accomplishments. Art was predeceased by his parents
Otto and Margaret Skaley, sisters Grace, Marie (Lenin) and brothers Harold and Edgar. He is survived by his loving wife Sharon, daughter Bev (Wade) Konschuh and Lenard (Carolyn) Skaley; grandchildren Parker (Taylor), Rebecca (Jordan), Jessica, Jeffrey and Caylen. He is also survived by brother John Skaley, sister Shirley Somer and sister-in-law
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Conservatives without conscience Brenda Schimke
ECA Review Journalist Headlines from November 26, 2014—Danielle Smith says Kerry Towle (after defecting to the PCs) is no longer a friend. In the article penned by Dean Bennett of the Canadian Press, Danielle Smith made a number of bold pronouncements. “There will be no more floorcrossings”, said Smith, confident that the hemorrhaging had stopped. “After a couple of days’ reflection with my caucus, we are, as you can see, back at it, doing our job holding the government to account,” said Smith. “We’ve been an incredibly effective Opposition,” said Smith, “I’m on my fourth premier.” “And we believe that there’s still a lot of work to do to hold them to account.” Smith said it might not be as easy as Towle thinks. “I think it’s a shame that one of the most outspoken advocates for our most vulnerable has now been silenced by sitting on the backbenches in the PC caucus”. “That’s what happens in the PC caucus. It’s whipped votes and people don’t have the ability to stand up and represent the constituents the way we do. “We were friends (Towle), and I say that in the past tense.” Speaking about Towle’s defection, NDP finance critic, Brian Mason said, “It was the greatest act of personal betrayal that I have seen in my 25 years of elected office.” Little did Mason or Wildrose members or Albertans know that exactly 20 days later Smith herself would perpetrate the greatest personal betrayal in the history of Canadian politics. Smith’s own words have condemned her actions, her character and her integrity. She’s made Allison Redford look good by comparison! Smith betrayed 22,000 Wildrose members. She betrayed Wildrose Party staffers who because of her selfish, self-centered actions cost 11 people their jobs just before Christmas. Within the legislature, a fundraiser has been set up to help soften the blow for these individuals during the Christmas season. New Democrat Brian Mason had contributed $500, but to date none of the floor-crossers
have opened their wallets. Smith and her team of betrayers see government cars, big expense accounts and pay raises dancing in their head while 11 staffers go home with scraps. Smith betrayed all Albertans who had, for only the second time in the history of this province, benefited from an effective, strong opposition. But her worst infraction was her betrayal to democracy. Smith had provided vision and leadership to draw in a huge number of young people into the Wildrose fold, something that is critical for democracy to remain strong in Canada. Seniors and baby boomers vote and have usually been engaged in politics. Young people have not. The bad taste these young people must have in their mouths now could forever turn them off responsible citizenship, including voting. But Smith didn’t do this alone. It was a conspiracy of mammoth proportions. Preston Manning has confirmed as much by his words calling it a “positive development” and “giving his wholehearted approval”. In fact, it had recently come to light that Smith accepted a free plane ticket from Manning’s organization, Central for Building Democracy, to attend his convention earlier in the year. A name change would seem appropriate – Manning’s Centre for De-Constructing Democracy. And there seems to be a lot of validity to the rumour that Prime Minister Harper and his team also had their hands in the pot. Prentice was their former and well-liked colleague and the power brokers of the federal Conservative party no longer wanted to be attached to the Wildrose rump party. Then, there’s Jim Prenctice himself who has not passed any smell test in this affront to democracy. All the spin that Smith and Prentice have put around this treasonous act is unconvincing. Albertans aren’t stupid, nor are their memories short. It reminds me of the story of the Puritan who said to a Quaker, “If all men were as you are, I would be a pacifist”, to which the Quaker replied, “Then the difference between you and me is that you want to be the last good man in the world and I want to be the first!”
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Betrayal by Wildrose MLA’s Betrayed! That’s how the editorial in the December Edmonton Sun started. To me that does not begin to describe the disrespect, lack of appreciation and hurt that those defecting MLA’s have caused Wildrose members and supporters. Hundreds and thousands of members, volunteers and supporters spent thousands of hours and travelled hundreds of kilometres to get them elected to promote Wildrose policy and get a much needed change of govSchwenk ernment in this province. It is no wonder that the public become cynical about politicians when they will abandon the principles on which they were elected for their own personal gain. Danielle Smith, the leader and the other MLA’s that have defected to the PC Party have done a real dis-service to the province of Alberta. They have decided that the grass is greener on the other side of the fence and the fact that hundreds of people like myself that have spent
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years to develop Wildrose into a credible party that could challenge the old PC Party for a much-needed change in government does not now seem to matter to them. These MLA’s seem to have become mesmerized with the PC’s new messiah and are convinced that was all that was needed to change the culture of this old party. Jim Prentice has indicated that he would implement Wildrose-like policy. Yes, he has implemented some low hanging fruit like selling the government planes and putting a stop to the license plate change at least for now. At the end of the Stelmach era, the government legislated a number of heavy-handed land use bills that put unreasonable power into the hands of the provincial cabinet. This legislation removes your property rights without you having recourse to the courts. That was an issue that Wildrose was addressing. Prentice said he would correct the property rights issue in the fall session. Turn to Believe me, Pg 5
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Wildrose announces new interim leader and critic roster The Wildrose Opposition announced Mon. Dec. 22 that Calgary-Fish Creek MLA Heather Forsyth as new interim leader and released an updated critic roster. The announcement has been fully endorsed by all MLAs of the Wildrose Caucus after being passed by members of the party’s executive committee. “I am deeply humbled to receive this endorsement from my colleagues. Albertans can be assured our team is united in purpose and solidified in our commitment to serve,” Forsyth said. “We want to send a clear message to Albertans right across the province: we are here to fight for Alberta, we are here to earn your trust, and never before has Alberta been more in need of the values and principles the Wildrose stands for.” Forsyth said she will spend her time as interim leader building up support from Albertans from every corner of the province. “We’re here to hold the PC government
accountable, we’re here to fight and we’re here to win,” Forsyth said. “I am ready to roll up my sleeves with our incredible Wildrose team and continue our work of getting real and tangible results for all Albertans.”
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Forsyth will continue in her previous role as Health and Seniors Critic. Wildrose Cypress-Medicine Hat MLA Drew Barnes will serve as the new Caucus Whip, while picking up the new roles as Finance, Human Services, Education and Innovation and Advanced Education Critic. “Albertans want an unwavering, fiscally conservative voice in the Legislature. This means establishing needs before wants, targeting wasteful spending, and achieving more effective and efficient government,” Barnes said. “There is much work to be done to protect our most vulnerable, get back to
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Cont’d from Pg 4 All he did was repeal Bills 19 and 50, two bills that had never been proclaimed. A major policy of the Wildrose was free votes in the legislature. It seems these issues and many more are no longer important principles for these selfserving MLA’s. Danielle Smith and the rest of the MLA’s that abandoned the Wildrose are traitors to the cause to which they were elected. Any way you look at this it is a despicable act of treason. These people have no idea of the hurt and disappointment they have inflicted on those of us who had put our trust in them to promote the principles and polices of the Wildrose Party to hold the government accountable. We need to congratulate the MLA’s who stuck to their principles and refused to follow the others. To me, Jim Prentice has shown a lack of integrity and principle by deliberately enticing the opposition members to join his caucus. What is he afraid of? What ulterior motive does he have to make sure that he cannot be held accountable by a strong opposition party? With the huge majority that he already had in his caucus he did not need more support to pass any legislation that he wanted. I would suggest that there is one thing he probably could not do with a strong opposition. With the price of oil tanking he will have a major financial problem to deal with next spring. He will be desperate for more revenue. I am convinced that he thinks a sales tax and getting rid of the flat income tax would really help solve that problem. The Wildrose party is strongly opposed to
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Donation to Food Banks in lieu of staff gifts Clearview Public Schools has Board providing this help to famiBoard Chair Cheri Neitz shares, this holiday season once again lies in need during this time of “As a Board, we greatly value the partnered with the Alberta year. positive relationships that we have Teachers Association (ATA) Local The Stettler Food Bank helps with our staff, and are pleased that 33 and CUPE Local #4292 to make about 300 families in need in and these three groups have been able contributions to the Stettler, around the Stettler area; this to work together to give back to Castor and Coronation our communities. We Food Banks. are thrilled that we This is the third year could help the Food that Clearview Public Banks reach their goals Schools has partnered this Christmas season.” with the ATA Local 33, Betty Birch of the and the first year that Stettler Food Bank CUPE Local #4292 has would like anyone to joined to benefit those in know if you are looking need across Clearview. of extra ways to give A donation of $1,000 back this holiday season, from Clearview Public the Food Bank is always Schools was matched by taking cash or non-per$1,000 from the ATA ishable donations. Local 33, along with a They are also always donation of $200 from in need of volunteers, as CUPE Local #4292, and it takes about 13 people Clearview Public Schools has this holiday season once again per week to keep the presented to the three partnered with the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) Local 33 Food Bank up and runfood banks. and CUPE Local #4292 to make contributions to the Stettler, ning. If you are Funds will be divided between the food banks Castor and Coronation Food Banks. From the left: Betty Birch – interested please feel based on student popuFood Bank, Lynne Robson – CUPE Local 4292 President, Cheri free to give Betty Birch a lations across the Neitz – Chair of the Board and Corey van Zandbergen – ATA call at 403-740-0732 Clearview Public “We have a great comLocal 33 President. ECA Review/D. Johnston Schools. munity, and we see that The Board of Trustees all of the time by all of for the Clearview Public Schools works out to serving about 200 the donations that we receive that uses this opportunity during the adults and 150 children per month. allows us to keep our Food Bank Christmas and holiday season to The Food Bank relies solely on stocked up so that no families have provide a donation to the local food donations from people and organi- to go hungry,” explains Birch. banks on behalf of Clearview staff, zations in the community to meet “The holidays can be a stressful in lieu of staff receiving a gift. their supply needs, as there are no enough time without worrying if In past years, Clearview staff grants or subsidies that they can you can keep your family fed, and have shown appreciation for the apply for. donations such as the one made by
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Scene from Coronation school’s A Redneck Christmas concert. From the left, Grade 1 students, Rhett Swahn, Alexis Perry,Bensen Grubisic, Mena Watson, and Zoey McLean sing Duck the Halls. ECA Review/B.Causley
Cont’d from Pg 7 That is why visiting a beloved senior should be at the top of the list, so that nothing prevents us from spending time with him or her. As we age, family members disperse and develop new interests. For seniors, friends become fewer and farther between, while loneliness and isolation grow over the years. This is difficult to cope with at any time of year, but it is particularly so during the festive season. Whether they are our parents or grandparents, it’s important to visit seniors or invite them to take part in our
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Nana’s Blog: The surprise factor
by Lois Perepelitz things he was checking out, but I was never one of those who had soon realized that he knew what I to know what was in those brightly was doing and would be able to wrapped parcels under the guess what I had bought. Christmas tree. I always liked the Time was running out and I was anticipation, the wondering, could getting so discouraged that I was it be this, or maybe that? I like the tempted to wrap up a package of surprise factor of gifts, underwear, at least that knowing what it is would would be something he just spoil it for me. would not expect. When I started buying Then one night we gifts for others I always stopped at the A&W for a did my best to make the snack and while we gift a surprise for them. I were standing in line felt that the happy surmy husband pointed out prised look on their faces a man wearing a very was the best part of gift nice winter jacket. He giving. told me that was a Mac My husband did not feel Perepelitz truck jacket and went the same way. For him the on to tell me about an best part was the chalold friend of his who lenge of guessing what the gift was drove a Mac truck and always had before he opened it. He was very these nice jackets. good at this, mostly because I have My only thoughts about it were never been able to put on a ‘poker “Oh great, he finally tells me about face’ and he could always tell by something that he would really the look on my face when his guess like and I have no way to get it.” would hit the mark. (This was before online shopping) . One year I was absolutely deterThe next day I was running late mined to surprise him; but how, for work so decided to avoid all the and with what? I beat my brain for traffic lights and go through the days trying to think of something industrial area. that he would not think of. I almost caused an accident I would try and watch him while when I turned down one street, we were shopping to see what because there was a Mac truck
store proudly displaying all things Mac truck, including jackets, in their window. I rushed back there on my lunch break, and yes, they had some very nice jackets but none in the size that I needed. The men who worked there must have belonged to the surprise factor club because as soon as I told them my problem they started phoning all their stores in western Canada and found a jacket in the right size in another province. They couldn’t guarantee that it would get here in time but they would try. It arrived on Dec. 23. I took it to my sister’s house where we added walnuts and a heavy book to the package and wrapped it up. For the next two days I could honestly give a cheerful “nope” to every guess my husband made. I got my reward on Christmas morning. He was so surprised and excited that he put the jacket on immediately and wanted to run next door to show his friend. That year my husband had to admit that maybe the surprise factor was a good thing. I wish everyone many joyful surprises and a very Merry Christmas.
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Celebrate The Miracle! As we watch the holiday season unfold, We recall the greatest story ever told; And join our friends in adulation Marked by joy and celebration As we honor our Savior’s birth, We send this prayer for peace on earth And pray that every one of you Receive His many blessings, too! With heartfelt thanks for your valued business this past year.
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FOR SALE - Byemoor Hotel. Sellers are retiring and are eager to sell their very profitable hotel and restaurant business. Building sits on 3 lots and also consists of a living quarters upstairs. The establishment also services as the town liquor store. There are endless possiblities that await you at this establishment. Price reflects the sellers’ eagerness to sell. $110,000 and all reasonable offers will be considered. Contact May Carothers at may. will@live.ca
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POSITION: cashier, no experience necessary. No phone calls please. Apply with resume and references. Coronation Foods, 5006 Victoria Ave., Coronation. JANITOR required, Jan. 1, 2015, Golden Age Drop In Centre. Contact 403-575-5217 OILFIELD construction company requires fulltime Heavy Duty Mechanic to repair fleet of track hoes, Cats, graders, heavy trucks. $40 plus/hour depending on experience. Must have valid driver’s licence. Send resume: wrenchitright@gmail. com.
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JOURNEYMAN Heavy Duty Mechanic required for oilfield trucking company. Will consider 3rd year apprentice or higher. Full-time position. Phone resume to: 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net. JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/ for-job-seekers. INTERIOR Heavy Equipment Operator School. In-the-seat training. No simulators. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Funding options. Weekly job board! Sign up online! iheschool. com. 1-866-399-3853. MEDICAL transcription is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/ MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today! TRENCHUK Cattle Co. (in Smoky Lake) is currently hiring a Feed Truck Driver & Hoe Operator $22-30/hour depending on experience or ability. Fax resume to 780-6563962 or call Willy 780656-0052.
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Cando Rail Services is currently seeking Labourers and Loader Operators to work with our abandonments group on a 200km stretch through Alberta. The work will be carried out from Oyen to Drumheller beginning January 2015. Bring your resume to one of the listed locations for an interview and start a new career today! Tuesday, January 6 – 9am to 4:30pm Hanna Works Centre - 401 Centre Street Wednesday, January 7 – 9am to 4:30pm Drumheller Works Centre - 180 Riverside Drive, 2nd Floor Thursday, January 8 – 9am to 4:30pm Oyen Senior Recreation Centre – 219 2nd St West
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Located in the heart of Alberta’s farming and ranching country, Stettler County has a population of approximately 5,100 people and offers a wide range of municipal services and a vibrant mix of agricultural, residential and recreational opportunities. Agriculture in the County of Settler is mainly focused on grain farming and cattle ranching, but also includes a wide range of intensive operations of hogs, poultry, goats, sheep, feedlots, specialty livestock and horticulture. The County of Stettler No. 6 is seeking an organized and enthusiastic person to fulfill the position of Assistant Director of Agricultural Services.
Assistant Director of Agricultural Services
The Agricultural Services Board is responsible for pest and disease control and management, rentals and services including private land spraying, cattle weighing, nuisance pest management, water management, shelterbelt program and tree planting. Primary duties include vegetation control and maintenance through weed inspection. Typical Duties include but not limited to: • Perform duties of the Agricultural Fieldman as legislated by the Acts of Alberta and direction of the Agricultural Service Board • Carry out plans for vegetation control in conjunction with the Director of Agricultural Services • Operate equipment (spray truck, ATV etc.) • Supervision of staff and timely completion of projects • Efficient in documentation and record management • Inventory control and management • Perform related pest and disease control and management plans • Other duties as required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: • Excellent organizational skills • Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions • Ability to operate assigned equipment skillfully and be able to make regular inspections, adjustments and minor repairs to assigned equipment, as required • Thorough knowledge of the equipment used • Thorough knowledge of the safe operation and occupational hazards applicable to the work • Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform required duties • Computer skills capable of creating and managing documents sufficient for the programs of responsibility • Excellent communication skills • Strong computer skills • Ability to multi-task • Willingness to work in a team environment • Self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: The ideal candidate will have completed an Agriculture Diploma or education in Environmental Sciences, or possess similar work experience. Extensive agricultural experience and proven ability in the operation of equipment assigned to the position will be an asset. The applicant will have or be capable of obtaining a pesticides applicators license and be in possession of a valid Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. The County of Stettler offers a competitive salary and a generous employer paid benefits package. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found. The County appreciates all applications however only those selected for interview will be contacted. Please send resumes to: Quinton Beaumont, Director of Agricultural Services County of Stettler Box 1270 Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 t: 403-742-4441 f: 403-742-1277 e: qbeaumont@stettlercounty.ca
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Fox Lake Agro Services Ltd. is an expanding business which services Hanna and area with competitive pricing on seed, agrichemical and crop consulting services.
Steel View is a rapidly expanding Oilfield Trucking Company with branches in Chauvin AB & Macklin Sk. Position will be based out of Chauvin AB.
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Administrative Assistant I
Campus Alberta Central has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Administrative Assistant to work 2 days per week with the possibility of additional hours in peak periods. The position is located at our Stettler Campus. To become a part of this dynamic team, please forward a resume quoting competition #14156A by January 16, 2015. For further information on this or other employment opportunities, please visit our website at:
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Andrukow Group Solutions Inc. has openings for motivated sales staff seeking a long term sales career within central Alberta. These positions are full time and need to be filled immediately. Additional sales and agronomic training will be provided to the successful applicants.
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‘FCSS asking, that the funding be maintained’ Cont’d from Pg 3 Peach clarified that FCSS wants to ensure that the current level of funding remains the same or more and a letter of support be sent from the municipality to our MLA (and others if they so wish) Counc. George Glazier said “All FCSS is asking is that the funding be maintained or increased because they are scared that it will be decreased.” He went on to say “[funding] hasn’t been increased in 10 years or better” Each board will probably write their own letter but if it comes from their own municipality it will make a difference. Council agreed to send a letter.
Cemeteries
Tony Nichols from the Town of Castor, Herman Schwenk of Coronation, Robert Guse, Chairman of the Coronation Association, Doris Cordel, Administrator of Halkirk and Sandi Jackson, CEO of the Town of Castor all came to speak to council about their respective cemeteries. Each representative spoke of the low wages that were presently being paid to the people who take care of the cemeteries or that they were being taken care of by volunteers. They also spoke of the equipment that was needed for care taking, some saying that new equipment needed to be bought,
many saying that now was the time to buy it, when pricing is lower than it would be in the spring or summer. The amounts being sought all varied
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SPECIAL AREAS NO. 2, 3 & 4
LAND USE ORDER AMENDMENT DATE: January 13, 2015 TIME:10:00 A.M. PLACE: Special Areas Office, Consort PURPOSE: The Minister of Municipal Affairs proposes a land use order amendment as follows. To consider an application to amend Land Use Order M.O # L: 192/13 By re-designating proposed subdivision Lot 1, Block 1 within SE ¼ Sec 22-35-09 W4M from “A” – Agricultral District to “RSH” – Rural Small Holdings District as shown on plan below:
County of Paintearth No. 18 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVED Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved: DP1426 ATCO Power - S29-40-15-W4 Renovations to Office Building DP1427 Canadian Humalite International SW33-38-16-W4 - Scale, Office building, storage silos DP1428 Phil Bruneau - SE14-39-11-W4 Major Home Occupation Any person claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal by giving Notice in writing to the Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, County of Paintearth No. 18, Box 509 Castor, AB T0C 0X0 not later than 4:30 p.m., January 2, 2015. The Notice must contain the reason for the appeal and pursuant to Bylaw No. 580-09 Include the $200.00 fee. Dated: December 18, 2014 Todd Pawsey, Development Officer
other persons whom, at the meeting, the Special Areas Board wishes to hear. Written submissions may be made by the persons listed above, and must be received at the Special Areas Office in Consort by 4:00 P.M. on Friday January 9, 2015. Oral presentations may be made at the hearing by the persons above, whether or not they have made a written presentation. The time limit of oral presentations is subject to the direction of the Chairman. DOCUMENTATION: Copies of the proposed Land Use Order amendments are available at the Special Areas Office in Consort during regular office hours.
Simple things Cont’d from Pg 11 Forego a costly shopping spree and put yourself into gourmet cocooning mode instead. Treat yourself to a good glass of port with dark chocolate or bring home a delicious pastry without worrying about calories for a change. You could also treat yourself to a magical moonlit outing on cross-country skis or to some skating on a lake. When snowflakes start to fall, why not organize a celebration of the first snow with the kids, rather than cursing winter while you shovel? Remember the happiness you felt with the first snowfall of your childhood? Remember making a snowman and snow angels, and coming inside afterwards, with cheeks aglow, to have a hot chocolate with marshmallows bobbing around in the cup? What’s to stop you from experiencing those pleasures right now? Even though the era of 20-pound turkeys and dozens of cookies has pretty much disappeared along with large families, there’s no need to miss out on the tasty treats of Christmas. Why not arrange some group shopping and cooking with a few friends; you can pool recipes and talents. After all, the spirit of Christmas is all about sharing. Now who says that happiness can’t be found in the simple things of life?
but all were in consensus that they would be happy with whatever the county feels they could give. Council will review this when they do their budget.
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT HEARINGS TUESDAY JANUARY 13, 2015 COUNCIL CHAMBERS
#1 Crowfoot Crossing Industrial Park County of Paintearth, AB Bylaw 634-14 to amend the Land Use Bylaw 593-09 has been given first reading by Council, and in accordance with the Municipal Government Act Section 606, shall cause to be held a PUBLIC HEARING at the noted time below for the purpose of general updates and amendments to the LUB: 10:00 AM Schedule A - Regulations for Telecommunication Towers, Landfill Developments, general updates and other amendments The proposed bylaw amendments are available for viewing on the County website at www.countypaintearth.ca or at the County Office, #1 Crowfoot Crossing Industrial Park at Hwy#12 and Twp Rd 374 during office hours of 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Anyone who may be affected or claim to be affected by the above proposed amendments may make an oral or written presentation at the above noted hearing, or submit a written presentation to the County of Paintearth, Box 509, Castor, AB T0C 0X0 or by fax 403-882-3560 no later than 4:30 pm on Friday January 9, 2015. Only those written submissions received by deadline will be circulated at the hearing. Dated: December 17, 2014 Todd Pawsey, Development Officer
This notice is given pursuant to the Municipal Government Act. 1st Publication: Thursday, December 25, 2014 REPRESENTATION: Oral or written comments and suggestions are invited and should be addressed to the point of the proposed Land Use Order amendment. They may be made by any person or group of persons or a person acting on behalf, who claims to be affected by the proposed Land Use Order amendments, and from any
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18 Years Serving Central Alberta
Party Rental - Wedding Rental - Tent Rental Party Retail - Equipment Rental & More
403-347-7733
Kyle & Trina (Rusnak) Godbersen married November 23, 2014 in Lake Louise, Ab. The couple currently resides in the Halkirk, Ab. area.
Brides & Beaus
Closing Out Sale All bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses and accessories are
up to
50%off
Duggan Mall #18, 6601 - 48 Ave., Camrose www.bridesandbeaus.ca • 780-672-4500
We have a wide selection of formal wear to suit every taste. 4929 - 50 St. Camrose • 780-672-5437
• Everything for the Bride & Attendants • Best Selection in Central Alberta for Grad Dresses
Y W Your Wedding Place P 4946-53 Ave. Red Deer, AB (Just west of superstore) 403.340.0808 check out our Facebook page and www.yourweddingplace.ca
5929 - 48 Ave, Red Deer, Alberta sales@parklandrentals.com www.parklandrentals.com
We Help Make Dreams Come True
We offer a Wedding/Honeymoon Registry and can advise and help book destination weddings, symbolic ceremonies, renewal of vows ceremonies, and of course honeymoons. Come speak to the
Destination Wedding Specialists at Stettler Travel.
Stettler Travel 2010 Ltd. 403.742.1515
www.stettlertravel.com
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm