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Castor council........................... 2 Hughenden school news ......... 2 Coronation council ................... 3 Real Estate/Homes ................... 4 Sports....................................... 5 Nana’s Blog .............................. 6 Obituaries ................................ 8 Agriculture ........................ 9 - 10 Holiday Greetings ..16 - 18; 24 - 25 Puzzles and Kid’s fun ........... 21-22 Clearview board news ................23 Holiday Hours ....................... 23
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Allocation of reserve funds were discussed Katie Davis
News Reporter The allocation of reserve funds were discussed at the Castor Town Council meeting on December 9, 2013. Chief Executive Officer Sandi Jackson outlined that the Town has approximately $188,500 of capital and operational grant money still to be spent. It was noted that a motion to allocate funds into reserve must be made before the end of the year, otherwise it would show up on the budget as surplus. It was decided that $25,000 would be put in reserves for the Fire Department, $10,000 toward Garbage and $20,000 toward Gas for 2014. Discussed was the potential use of Fire Department reserves to assist in payment of Breathing Apparatus’ valued at $5000 apiece, Garbage reserves to assist in the eventual need of a new truck and Gas funds to help in the payment of a line heater system.
Recreation report
Councillor Richard Elhard gave an overview of the Recreation Report, initiating the discussion by informing council that the Rec Board received a Community Spirit grant to the tune of $4000. Due to the grant application specifying the need for arena improvements, the money will be spent within these parameters once it is settled where to best allocate it. He also outlined that the Rec Board would be inquiring on quotes on cameras for the Castor Arena. Some discussion
ensued regarding incorporating swimming pool cameras so they can be viewed at the Town Office.
Pool upgrades
Recreation Assistant Shawna James attended the meeting to discuss plans for the Castor Pool. “We don’t meet the Alberta standard, but right now we have no issues with the pool,” she said. Though the pool is fully functional at present, James noted if anything were to go wrong it would more likely be shut down until the Alberta standards were met. Mechanical room adjustments would bring the pool up to standard for it’s spring opening date by including an upgrade to the pool filter system, which would add a carbon unit to cut back on the amount of chlorine the pool would have to use. “It’ll just put us a step more into the future,” James said of the upgrades. The cost of a new filter and chemical feed would be $61,900. Much discourse surrounded whether or not Council should look at a salt water chlorination unit that self-chloronates water without much outside maintenance. It was noted this would be an operational benefit as the system would be completely automatic. Public Works Foreman Stan Boetcher cautioned that at times such systems aren’t as automatic as they claim and queried whether or not it was worth it to spend so much money on the present
facility, rather than look to the future of a new pool. He noted issues such as a lack of staff room or first aid room as being detrimental to the present manifestation of the pool. CAO Sandi Jackson noted that the price of a new pool would be “well over” the $2-million mark. It was noted that the Town has a budget of $100,000 for the pool. As programming options are increasing yearly, more people are using the pool. This was seen as incentive to fix the pool to keep it securely running throughout 2014 and beyond. Ultimately it was decided that the Town
would apply for a grant with the County of Paintearth for assistance with the upgrade of the mechanical room before going ahead with the purchase. Upon a response from the County, Council will discuss plans moving forward at the next meeting.
Temporary budget
Council adopted their temporary budget for 2014, continuing with the prior budget in the preliminary stages. Budget will be finalized around the month of May as per requisitions.
ATA Local 33 representative Dan Kinakin and Ken Checkel, representing Clearview Public Schools presented cheques for $2000 to the Coronation Food Bank Representative Diane Schmidt at the Coronation School. Funds were divided between the food banks in Stettler, Castor and Coronation based on student populations in the division. ECA Review/Submitted
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Hughenden Public School highlights by Susan Campbell The magic of Christmas filled the school Wednesday evening as the elementary students of Hughenden School hosted their annual Christmas Concert. Students shared their performance of “The X-Mas Files” to a full house of guests. The concert was enjoyed by all in attendance. Hughenden Public School staff made a wonderful assortment of baking that was had with coffee after the concert. Travel Club members are beginning to get excited about their International trip in April. Over the winter these students and their parents will be working the Arena Kitchen during local Senior Jets Hockey as a fundraiser. On December 13 a draw was made for the raffled quilt donated by Dianne Southoff. Regina Dewald was the lucky winner. Basketball is well underway at HPS. Appreciation is extended to Callahan Charlton who is sharing his skills by helping to coach his fellow peers. Vince
Artymko is the teacher supervisor for the senior boys team, while Lance Gulbraa is the coach of the senior girls team. High School Leadership is promoting the “Castles for A Cause” activity as a challenge to all students to bring in donations for the local food bank. The various grades are partnered up and will have a contest before the Christmas break to use the food items to build some type of monument or world recognized architectural piece. Leadership has also organized fouron-four volleyball intramurals, which are played over the noon hour. This is a great activity to not only get out of the chilly weather but to also increase physical participation. The hallways are beginning to look festive as there is a locker decorating contest well underway. Unfortunately due to the projected wind-chill this past Friday, December 13 the annual Christmas Dance had to be cancelled. The Grade 9 class were sponsoring the dance. There will be another dance scheduled in the New Year.
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Council learned Coronation to host Midget Hockey Provincials Katie Davis
News Reporter Council was heralded in with the introduction of local Coronation teacher Dan Kinakin’s Grade 6 class at the meeting December 16, 2013 in attendance to learn about local politics. “I appreciate this opportunity to bring a class down so they can see government in action,” Kinakin said. The class asked questions regarding taxation, the state of the Arena’s glass and town beautification practices.
Provincials
Coronation will be hosting the Midget Hockey Provincials from March 20-23, 2014.
Electronic participation
Electronic participation in meetings was discussed further by Council as a carryover item from the meeting on December 2. The idea of allowing Skype call-ins for members of Council absent from a meeting was generally accepted. In response to some discourse that this might encourage a lack of attendance, it was noted that a bylaw exists presently to ensure meetings are not missed in excess so the electronic participation would only enhance the opportunity to participate when absent. CAO Sandra Kulyk noted that the main costs of such an endeavor would be two separate monitors to allow both council and the public gallery to see and interact with the electronic interface and a speaker system sufficient to hear clearly. It was noted that Skype is a free service that allows for video conference calling. Council agreed to draft a policy on this and bring back figures on the cost of monitors and speakers.
Tax incentive
Bylaw No. 2013-612, the Residential
Property Tax Incentive Bylaw was introduced as a point of interest, due to its status as a little-known resolution dating back to 2007. The program covers tax incentives for residential construction, whereby if a principal residence property, such as land with a new home, condo or duplex, has a dilapidated building on it’s premises, a tax rebate will be offered if this building is demolished and replaced with a new residential construction. The rebate would freeze the property tax at the pre-construction rate for three years. It was discussed that putting this resolution into bylaw form would make it more visible to the public and perhaps more well utilized, as at present only one person has taken advantage of the offer. Motion to solidify the Residential Property Tax Incentive into a bylaw was carried.
Funding support
Applications for funding support for 2014 were received as of December 10, 2013 wherein local organizations outlined the amount of funding required, what projects were being worked on and whether or not funding was being received elsewhere. Funding requests from Paintearth Community Adult Learning, Coronation Memorial Library, Coronation and District Handibus Society, Coronation Golf Club, Coronation and District Golden Age Club, CDSS and the Coronation Curling Club were all consistent with requests made for 2013. Coronation and District Chamber of Commerce requested money for an electronic sign but no dollar amount was put in place. The Coronation Skating club requested subsidized ice time, which Council discussed was difficult for them to grant as they do not rent the ice. It was also discussed that the Skating Club pays the same rate as minor hockey, $75 per hour, thus the rate was already subsidized. Council had handed the request
over to the Recreation Board, who would be able to make a decision on this. Though the information was presented during Council due to some groups requiring funding as early as January, final approval would be required by the spring budget so they could be integrated into the Town budgeting concerns.
Letter of support
Councillor Brett Alderdice brought to Council’s attention that he had received word that the Castor Cadets would like a letter of support for their desired move to Coronation. It was discussed that there were areas for them to train – such as the Golden Age Centre or Bowling Alley building – and as most Castor Cadets come from Coronation this would be a convenient central location, thus motion to draft letter was passed.
Trail of the Buffalo
Councillor Liz Adams reported information she had received during a Trail of the Buffalo phone conference on December 12. She said all participating municipalities would be receiving a refund on membership fees due to the group deciding not to hire a marketing director and all participating regions would be tasked with taking it upon themselves to market in smaller committees. Adams noted this will remain for a year to gage successes and was largely informed by a lack of funds. It was agreed that this may be a good move for Trail as it would get to the nucleus of what was transpiring within each community collectively rather than employing a middle man to hold sole responsibility for gathering information. Adams said she would stay on top of current events and schedules for the Town to be relayed to Trail. One initiative being discussed for the
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• Year in review: A selection of the best quips from the first half of 2013.
• Greg Cote of the Miami Herald: “A high-school girls’ basketball team, Bloomington South of Indiana, won a game, 107-2. Yes, one-hundred and seven to two. If coach Larry Winters also teaches at the school, I’m guessing what he teaches isn’t sportsmanship.” • Brad Dickson of the Omaha World-Herald: “Alex Rodriguez just underwent hip surgery. Doctors advised him to take it easy and not exert himself. They told him, ‘Just pretend it’s the playoffs.’ “ • Dickson again: “The Lakers’ Dwight Howard was ejected from a game against the Nuggets for a flagrant foul. Howard was nearly ejected again the next night for throwing the ball at the ref, but then the coach explained that was a Howard free-throw attempt.” • Comedy writer Alan Ray, on top-ranked Notre Dame’s stubborn defence: “They slow more drives than two seniors in a Prius.” • Tweet from @ MurrayRempel on the morning it was announced the NHL lockout was over: “Resounding thud heard as Byfuglien drops off the couch spilling bowl of ice cream and begins feverishly doing pushups.” • Steve Schrader of the Detroit Free Press, after Lions running back Kevin Smith denied tweeting that he wants to play for the Dolphins: “Good thing, too, before the league fines him for tampering with himself.”
The Stettler Redcore Enterprises Storm women’s hockey team were cohosts of the Stettler Female Hockey Tournament the weekend of December 7. The midget division featured teams from Vermilion, Grand Prairie, Spruce Grove, Viking and Cold Lake. The Stettler girls took to the ice Friday night against East Central Alberta Female Hockey League (ECAFHL) rivals, Vermilion in a league/tournament game. The Storm won with a score of 6 - 2. Player of the game for Stettler was Ashley Keith and Kendra Rusaw, winning the Heart and Hustle. Also on Friday night Viking took on Spruce Grove. Viking won with a score of 8 - 2. Player of the game for Viking was Natasha Roznicki and for Spruce Grove was Jenna Acorn. Heart and Hustle winners for Viking was Chelsea Chiovelli and Lexi Antos for Spruce Grove. The tournament continued Saturday morning with a game featuring Grand Prairie and Cold Lake. Cold Lake won with a score of 6 - 1. Player of the Game for Cold Lake was Brittany Locke Pellerin and Brittney Hartman for Grand Prairie. Heart and Hustle winner for Cold Lake was Casey Fader and Lis Auger for Grand Prairie. The afternoon game Viking defeated Vermilion with a score of 7 - 1. Player of the game for Viking was Casie Naslund and Mikala Gunderson for Vermilion. Heart and Hustle winner for Viking was Eliza Taylor and Riley White for Vermilion. The next game was played early evening and Cold Lake won over Spruce Grove in a 7 - 0 rout. Player of the game for Cold Lake was Angele Mavridis and Hailey Mitchell for Spruce Grove. Heart and Hustle winner for Cold Lake was Taylor Morris and Chelsea Chiovelli for Spruce Grove. Stettler’s second game took place Saturday evening with Stettler hosting
Grand Prairie. Once again the girls came out on top with a 7 - 4 victory. Stettler’s player of the game was Tyra Ganser, with Jennifer Hallett getting the Heart and Hustle. The two victories put the Storm in a three-way tie for the ‘A’ final with Cold Lake and Viking. It came down to goals for/goals against to determine the winner. Stettler wound up in third and was set to face off for the ‘B’ Division championship against Grand Prairie on Sunday afternoon. The ‘C’ final featured Spruce Grove and Vermilion and was played Sunday morning. Vermilion won with a score of 2 0 over Spruce Grove. The ‘A’ final was played Sunday evening and Cold Lake defeated Viking 3 - 2 with 32 seconds left in overtime. In the ‘B’ final Stettler came out skating
hard and were rewarded when Kierra Scollo scored a shorthanded goal. Stettler continued to outwork their opponents as Morgan Van Dusen scored a powerplay goal on a feed from Jayden Hogg. In the second period the Storm’s Jayden Hogg scored shorthanded on an awesome individual effort. Grand Prairie finally got on the board with a power play goal of their own. With less than five minutes left in the period the girls turned up heat and scored three goals in three minutes with Jessie Anderson, Kelsie Litke and Morgan Vandusen getting the markers. In the third Stettler’s special teams kept right on rolling with another power play goal scored by Jennifer Hallett. Kierra Scollo and Kelsie Litke each scored again making it a 9 - 1 victory. Goalie Lindsey McKinnon faced 19 shots total.
• R.J. Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Temperatures in Manitoba recently dipped to -44 C with wind chill. It hasn’t felt that cold in Winnipeg since skip Jennifer Jones fired Cathy OvertonClapham.” • Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “So, golfer Tiger Woods is reportedly dating skier Lindsey Vonn? Guess he just wants a look-see at a career that goes downhill on purpose.”
Stettler Storm player Kierra Scollo (2) carries the puck out of the Stettler zone with teammate Miranda Storch (16) and Grand Prairie player Erin Graber (10) hot on their heels at the Stettler Female Hockey Tournament the weekend of December 7. ECA Review/Submitted
The first week at the Coronation Curling Rink saw both ladies square draw and skins begin on Wednesday, December 11. The M & N rink consisting of (L-R) Laura Cook, Justine MacFadyen and skip, Jackie Brigley (sparing for Archie Merchant) sweep in Wanda Merchant’s rock. The team went on to win by one point against the Wade Golby rink.
SPORT Shorts
• Norman Chad of the Washington Post: “I believe that Colin Kaepernick, on his left arm, has tattooed the entire IHOP menu.” • Jim Barach: “Tennis great Jennifer Capriati has been charged with stalking and punching her ex-boyfriend on Valentine’s Day. Apparently that is the last time she takes romantic advice from John McEnroe.”
• Currie: “Cirque de Soleil announced they’ve cut 400 jobs. There haven’t been so many clowns out of work since the NFL laid off replacement refs.” • Mike Bianchi of the Orlando Sentinel: “Former Purdue coach Alex Agase on why he never recruited players from California: ‘Any kid who would leave that wonderful weather is too dumb to play for us.’ “ • Comedy writer Jim Barach, on this year’s 24 Hours of Daytona race featuring a Mazda that ran on biofuel made from chicken guts, pork lard and beef tallow: “Or as NASCAR fans call that, Sunday dinner.” • CBS’s David Letterman, on Westminster Kennel Club perks: “The winner of the dog show gets a beautiful blue ribbon and a toilet full of champagne.” • NBC’s Jimmy Fallon, with the latest sports scandal — from the annual race up the steps of the Empire State Building: “One of the competitors tested positive for elevator.”
• Janice Hough of leftcoastsportsbabe. com: “Andrew Luck will play in the Pro Bowl after Tom Brady pulled out due to an ‘undisclosed injury.’ Translation – Brady is sick of settling for the Pro Bowl.” • Comedy writer Gary Bachman: “It’s so cold Lance Armstrong injected himself with soup.”
• Dickson again: “Rex Ryan was involved in a minor three-car accident after he ran a red light. The Jets organization is withholding comment until it can figure out how to make Tim Tebow the scapegoat.”
Stakes were high during the final game of the 2013 Coronation Atom tournament on Saturday, December 14. Hanna Colt player Ryan Quast (10) shoots the puck as Stettler Storm player Colby Niehaus (16) attempted a block and Denver Schultz (13) looked on during the final game, which the Colts won. Coronation won their first game and lost the second. ECA Review/K. Davis
• Perry again: “Yankees GM Brian Cashman has been ordered to pay more than $1 million a year in alimony and child support. Even worse, he’s still stuck with full custody of A-Rod.”
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ECA Review Journalist The arrival of Christmas is always preceded by the dramatic change of winter’s flesh: snowflakes nestle quietly and closely together, cloaking the horizon in an alien skin that glistens and sparkles, cushioning the crisp air like an atmospheric ear muff. Everything seems to slow down during this season, as the world shrinks from the broadness of warmer landscapes to the careful avoidance of colder temperatures in enclosed homes, cars and workspaces. In this way, winter is a very intimate period – feelings of internal warmth while drinking hot tea and quivers of excitement during friendly communication are intensely experienced, rather than mere backdrops to everyday hustle-bustle. While this environment can bring great joy and comfort to many, it can also bring increasing sadness to others. A missing face at a table due to a son or daughter moving out of province may seem amplified by the closeness of Christmas meals; the absent laughter of a loved one who has passed can seem like an deafening silence; the solitude of a Christmas alone can feel overwhelmingly heavy and cold. For some, Christmas is a reminder of what they possess that others do not. Those directly affected by Typhoon Haiyan – whether living through it or knowing friends and relatives in the affected areas – are met with a Christmas dilemma, knowing that they have the comfort of circumstance that cannot be known by the survivors of this terrible storm. While many Canadians snuggle up by a warm fire at night, survivors of the typhoon gather in makeshift shelters and abandoned buildings to thwart the impending darkness; nestling together for the security of numbers to inhibit potential assault. Their days are built not with rest and easy communication, but with the labourious and exhaustive process of clearing, rebuilding and healing. Rather than spending time in the quiet reflective nature of the holidays, the survivors of the typhoon must live from moment to moment, their minds continually occupied by basic matters of food, water and shelter for survival. While most in Alberta head to bed for warmth and sleep, nighttime in areas affected by the storm is an ominous darkness that brings worry, fear and danger. These passages can describe many populations existing in the world today who do not have the basic comforts of living that many Canadians are lucky to have. It can also describe many Canadians living below the poverty line, those without homes and a myriad of others in unstable circumstances right on our soil. It is important to recall the many faces of humanity while basking in the cozy, safe atmosphere of the holidays. That many of us live in a world where calendar days are set aside to appreciate family, friends and self is truly quite remarkable. Canadians, and indeed rural populations, are immensely lucky to have such an open and quiet interval to celebrate the subtle wonders and joys of living. So this Christmas, put aside any ill-will or anger and simply appreciate this life. Appreciate the beautiful colour of the crystal-blue sky and the smell of clean, crisp air. Appreciate that quirky uncle’s sense of humour and the innocent eyes of a new niece. Appreciate the fact that you can actually choose love over hate. We are so lucky to be alive, and if anything, we should absolutely appreciate this.
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and all sorts of holiday scenes. At the end of the day we all thought our school looked very festive and felt proud of our part in making it so. The big night finally arrived and the school was packed with proud parents and grandparents. The students were all dressed in their Christmas best and ready to entertain their families. Merry Christmas was spelled out, Santa was caught and hugged and the carols were sung; with only a small glitch here and there. Just as the last note of the last carol was sung there was a big scuffle at the back of the room and there was Santa! He squeezed his way through all the families shouting “Merry Christmas and HO HO HO” until he got to the front of the stage where he handed out small bags of candies to every child in the room from babies to the oldest student. When the evening was over, parents came and thanked Mom; wishing her a very Merry Christmas. Many gave her a wrapped gift, usually a box of chocolates. When everyone was gone we made sure the lights were all out then made our way across the yard to our house.
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children who catch Santa in the act. At our first rehearsal we My mother was a teacher during waited at the side of the stage for the last few years of the one room our instructions and finally Mom country schools and this is where I called out: “Okay Lois and David; spent the first five years of my now you run over to Santa and school days. I have many good give him a big kiss.” memories of this time, but I think We were half way across the my favourite is my stage when the last part of grade three Christmas her instructions sunk into concert. our brains. We stopped and Putting together a gave her the ‘you want us to Christmas concert in a what?’ look. After a few country school meant unsuccessful attempts at getting everyone the kiss Mom finally gave in involved from grade and said a hug would be one right up through good enough. Hugs we could grade eight. The artdo, we just didn’t want any work would start in of that kissing stuff. Perepelitz November, with About a week before the everyone cutting out concert an afternoon was snowflakes and colspent decorating the schooloring Christmas trees and room. Rolls of red and green crepe ornaments whenever there was a paper would be twisted together to spare moment. make streamers that the older Next the singing of carols would boys would hang across the ceiling start and finally Mom would start in a big X and loop around the the rehearsals for the play. room. The snowflakes were hung In third grade I was very excited from the crepe paper garlands, picabout this as I finally had a real tures of brightly coloured part in the play. I was not with the Christmas trees and ornaments ‘little kids’ holding a letter for the were taped onto every spare spot words “Merry Christmas,” I was on the walls. Cans of artificial in the play with the ‘big kids’. snow were sprayed onto cutouts David, another third grade stufilling the windows with snow picdent, and I were playing the part of tures of snowmen, candy canes
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First time donors super credit on taxes by Kevin Sorenson, M.P., Crowfoot From my family to yours, I wish everyone all the blessings of the Christmas holiday season. I was very appreciative of the many constituents who braved cold weather temperatures to attend our Crowfoot Constituency Office Christmas Open House. As your Member of Parliament, I always look forward to coming home from Ottawa to share some holiday cheer with constituents at our Christmas Open House. As you know, the Conservative government’s top priority is jobs, growth and long-term prosperity. The Government’s efforts include helping to sustain communities and families more effectively. One way that we do this is by encouraging Canada’s charitable sector and those Canadians who give their time, effort, and
money to their communities. Canadians have a long and proud tradition of helping those in need. This is often most evident during the holiday season, when generosity is extended to the many organizations in local communities that help those who need it most. Canada’s incentives for charitable donations have been described as among the most generous in the world. In Canada, registered charities are exempt from tax on their income and may issue official donation receipts for gifts received. Donors can use those receipts to reduce their own income taxes by claiming the charitable donation tax credit. In 2012, federal tax assistance for charitable donations was more than $2.9 billion. Efforts to foster and promote a culture of giving contribute to sustaining a higher
quality of life for hard-working Canadians. If you are thinking of making a charitable donation for the first time, the Alberta Government is giving you an extra reason to donate generously. As part of Economic Action Plan 2013, the government introduced a new, temporary, first-time donor’s ‘super credit’ to encourage Canadians to take that first step to donate and support charitable endeavours in their communities. Monetary donations made by first-time donors after March 20, 2013 and before December 31, 2017 now qualify for the firsttime donor’s super credit. Individuals qualify as first-time donors if neither they nor their spouse or common-law partner has claimed the charitable donation tax credit since 2007. The new incentive provides an extra 25 per cent credit when
claiming the charitable donation tax credit. This means a 40 per cent federal credit for donations of $200 or less and a 54 per cent federal credit for the portion of donations that are over $200, up to $1,000. This is in addition to provincial and territorial tax credits. Whether you can give a small or large amount, your charity is appreciated by those less fortunate. Thank you for all that you do in our Crowfoot Riding during the Christmas season and throughout the year. More information about the first-time donor’s super credit is available at http:// www.cra-arc.gc.ca/fdsc/. Before you give, remember to also donate wisely by researching charities at http://www.cra. gc.ca/donors.
LEGISLATURE
Excessive severance package - all you can eat buffet by Rick Strankman, MLA Drumheller - Stettler The purpose of severance packages is to provide assistance to employees while they seek alternate employment after their employment has been terminated. This is typically done at the expense of the employer. Over the last few years, senior government employees in Alberta were in line for some of the richest and most excessive severance packages found anywhere in Canada. On November 20, Wildrose Official Opposition Finance Critic Rob Anderson, presented Bill 209 - The Severance and Bonus Limitation Statues Amendment Act - in the Alberta Legislature. The Bill would address bloated severance packages, golden handshakes and contracts with all kinds of special perks and bonuses that are currently available to government staffers and Alberta Health Services executives. The intent of Bill 209 is to end unrealistic and out of line bonuses and severance
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packages that are currently doled out like treats on Halloween. A shining example of an excessive severance package was the one awarded to Premier Alison Redford’s Chief of Staff Stephen Carter six months after the April, 2012 provincial election. Carter’s severance package after only six months employment was reported to be $130,000. The generous severance package equaled one month’s pay for every month he was employed. Originally, the amount on Carter’s severance was kept from the public despite Freedom of Information requests that were denied by the court. It was finally Carter himself, after heavy media scrutiny, that released the information on social media. However, to-date, no documentation has been released that will confirm Carter’s monetary claim or the conditions of his previous employment. In recent years, Albertans have seen an endless line of health executives and government staffers that have been
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Dear Editor, We can’t decide on the photo that will work best in the paper for your special Wedding Section but please go ahead and use which ever photo you think is best. Thank you. What a great idea and a wonderful keepsake for all our families to get in the mail. Are you sure there is no charge or fee? Very much appreciated. Merry Christmas Joyce and all your wonderful staff!!! Thank you so much. Craig & Heather Caseley Coronation, Ab.
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Dear Editor, Why is it that Canadians know so much yet so little! This never ceases to amaze me. Lawyers are always chosen, be it Federal or Provincial elections to lead and protect our country, our heritage and the wealth in our natural resources. Is it because they know how to get around the law in a democratic nation? Thank you. Hank Abbie Ramsey, AB
given severance packages that resemble a lottery windfall. According to Anderson Bill 209 would cap severance packages and put limitations on bonuses for public sector executives, managers and all non-unionized employees. Anderson also added that “Bill 209 will put an immediate end to this all-you-can-eat buffet.” Bill 209 will change the minimum qualifications and institute limits for severance to make them more reflective of reality while remaining fiscally responsible to Alberta taxpayers. Mandatory minimum employment periods of at least one year will be required to qualify, there will be limits to the amount of severance and a limit of 15 per cent per year of employment. These changes will help put a end to the lottery-style packages that have become all too common. In the Bill, bonuses being paid to senior bureaucrats will be limited to a maximum of 15 per cent of an employees yearly salary, bringing an end to arbitrary
six-figure golden handshakes. To ensure this process is transparent and accountable to Albertans, all bonuses and severances must be made accessible upon public request under Alberta’s FOIP (Freedom of Information) legislation. Bill 209 - Severance and Bonus
Limitation Statutes Amendment Act, 2013, passed first Reading on November 20. The Wildrose Official Opposition will continue to propose Legislation that reflects the responsibility the Alberta government should have to the taxpayers.
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Raised a garden, chickens, goats, all while keeping six kids clothed and fed Fae Ilene Lagore was born train and having it shipped by December 16, 1927 on the truck to towns further east. family farm, north of Stettler As the kids grew, Mom in the Bar Harbour area, to started working outside of the parents Earl and Mary Lagore, home for Ed Emmett in the (Dykstra). She was number Auction Mart Cafe and writing seven in the family at the time the Botha News for the Stettler that eventually grew to twelve. Independent as a corresponShe attended school at Vimy dent. Mom enjoyed teaching Ridge until grade eight when Cubs and Scouts for several she stayed home to help with years. the younger children. After Dad had his stroke in Her first jobs out1973, Mom and Dad side of the house were moved into Stettler, working for Homer where Mom started and Marie Kneeland, working at the Gladys and Ray Stettler Nursing Nelson, and then with Home. She worked Mrs. Brookhart at her 15 years of straight boarding house, night shift. helping with cooking After Dad passed cleaning and child away in 1983, Mom care. married Arnold In her early 20’s she Stewart in 1986 and Lagore and long time friend again became a Marguerite LaRose second Mom, to his went to work in Lacombe at the children Russell, Doug, Kathy Red Rose Cafe. They hadn’t and Charles and loved them worked at the cafe long before like her own. During their they noticed that just down the marriage they moved back to road was a garage where a cer- Bashaw. In 1995 Mom moved tain mechanic by the name of into Lakeside Senior’s Manor. Art Rock worked and he would In 2005 Mom was awarded come to lunch every Friday. Bashaw Citizen of the Year They met, married and mom which she displayed proudly in became an instant mother to her home. She was also an 3” wide version Donna; a special bond that active member of the Royal would continue through the Canadian Legion Auxiliary years. They moved the family and a lifetime member of the to Wetaskiwin for Dad’s work W.I. thewhere Pat was out of your dollars in and it was there She advertising moved into Stettler born, then to Bashaw where 2011 and enjoyed making new Place your ad in this newspaper Herb and Verna were born. friends and renewing old ones 12345 and province wide Dad’s job brought them to in Paragon Place, but she with a combined circulation South of Stettler where the always missed her friends in of over 800,000 for only... three “little boys” Barry, Bashaw, the Happy Gang plus GST/HST Stephen and David where ValueCentre and the residents at Ad Network born. While livingAlberta here Mom WeeklyLakeside. Newspapers Association raised a huge garden, raised Ilenex228 is survived by her her toll free 1-800-282-6903 chickens and milked goats, all children Herb (Kathy), Verna, email andrea@awna.com or visit newspaper the while keeping six kidsthis community Barry (Robyn), Stephen clothed and fed. In 1960 we (Janie), David (Laurie); son in moved to the Botha Train law Ray (Linda) Kneeland; 19 Station where Mom had the job grandchildren and 37 great of receiving freight off of the grandchildren and two great
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and many other relatives who have gone before. A funeral service celebrating Ilene’s life was held on Monday, December 16, 2013 in the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home with Pastor Nathan Mullen leading the service. Reverend Ross Helgeton shared a special prayer with family and friends. Ilene was laid to rest beside her late husband Art Rock in the Lake View Cemetery, Stettler, Alberta. Following the interment service family and friends joined together
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Lessons from Australia on controlled traffic farming By Brad Brinkworth, Meristem Media One of the best ways to get a window on the benefits of controlled traffic farming (CFT) is to visit Australia, a world leader in CTF where about 20 percent of cropped production is now under some form of the system. A team of 11 Alberta farmers, agronomists and government persons, spent two weeks in eastern Australia learning about CTF from farmers, manufacturers, agronomists and researchers. What resulted was an eye-opening experience and a new appreciation from the team for an innovative approach worth exploring further for Western Canada.
CTF 101
CTF is a concept that has been around a long time but in the mid-90s was researched and adopted largely by the Australians, though there is rising interest in a number of other production areas around the world, most notably in Europe. In simplest terms, CTF is based on the idea of minimizing the impact of field vehicles on the land by confining them to the least possible area of permanent traffic lanes. At a basic level, this can mean simply reducing random traffic in the field or shifting to inter-row seeding. At the other end of the spectrum, producers fully embracing the approach have implemented full CTF cropping systems using the permanent parallel wheel tracks called “tram lines.” “Much of the time and energy we put into soils is to undo the compaction damage we have caused by driving machines all over them,” explains Peter Gamache, Project Leader at Controlled Traffic Farming Alberta. “As machines are getting heavier and heavier, this damage is more extensive and is extending deeper and deeper into the soil profile. The more we can minimize that damage, the more healthy and productive our land base will become.” While the concept may be simple, it does take a lot of thought and good planning to implement. In addition, some modification of machines will be necessary. For example, this generally means altering wheel gauges, adding markers, or perhaps extending unloading augers on grain harvesters. Eventually it will mean matching implement sizes to the tram line.
Substantial benefits
At least in theory, the opportunity for benefits with CTF appears substantial. “All the main benefits are related to reduced compaction,” says Gamache. “With a CTF approach, it is possible to leave 80 to 90 percent of fields permanently without compaction, rather than the other way around.” CTF slashes equipment and fuel costs, and is a big time saver for producers. It also boosts soil health and productivity, resulting in higher yields, lower inputs and healthier, higher-quality crops. Additional practical benefits of having permanent traffic lanes include the ability to get in sooner after a rain and operate more effectively under a number of tough conditions. Following the tracks is the backbone of the CTF approach. The approach is also a logical fit with various forms of precision guidance systems. The combined approach further improves efficiency and accuracy, while adding to typical precision systems the core CTF benefits related to reduced soil compaction. “At the end of the day the goal is to boost farm sustainability and farm profit,” says Gamache. “Like with anything, the decision to get into this system depends on the situation of each individual producer, the investment requirements and the specifics on the anticipated returns. “Certainly the Australians have had some success with it. We believe it’s an option that at the very least makes sense to explore.”
Separating crops and wheels
One way to look at CTF is as a whole farm approach to the separation of crops and wheels, says Gamache. Appropriate agronomy and management is used to maximize the potential of both the cropped and wheeled areas for their specific purposes. As much as possible, producers practice repeated use of the same wheeled tracks for every operation. Over time, that means aiming for equipment with the same wheel track, but perfection off the top is not expected. Gamache points out that even with two different track and implement widths, the percentage wheeled can be reduced 30 to 40 percent. “CTF is one of those things where you can approach it in degrees and get more
into it over time. There is a benefit to whatever degree you can reduce compaction.”
Aussie benefits
The Australians have identified a number of specific estimates of the benefits they have realized under CTF. These include: • 10-15 percent increase in yields • Up to 50 percent better yields during drought • Up to 15 percent improved nutrient use efficiency • 10-25 percent reduced pesticide and crop protection costs • Up to 50 percent reduced fuel usage • Lower machinery capital investment • Positive impact on crop grades over time If we can get any kind of results similar to what Australia is seeing, we’d be foolish not to have explored and tried this approach. “One thing we came away with, if we can get any kind of results similar to what Australia is seeing, we’d be foolish not to have explored and tried this approach,” says Gamache. “The principles of reducing compaction, improving soil productivity and boosting precision all make sense and there is a lot we can learn from the CTF options, regardless of how far we ultimately go down that road.”
Opportunity for Western Canada
Exploring the viability of CTF is the reason Controlled Traffic Farming Alberta was implemented. The project started with funding support fromACIDF and now has funding for three years from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s CAAP program administered by the Ag and Food Council.as well as additional support from a range of industry organizations. Over the past several years, CTF Alberta has coordinated research and data collection on CTF options, including working with a number of cooperating producers in the province who are exploring the use of this approach. To date, CTF is at a very early exploratory stage in Western Canada. About a handful or two of producers are known to be using it in Alberta and there is rising interest, says Gamache. “Our purpose is to get a handle on the basics of CTF and how it might be best applied here. A big focus is looking at the economic viability of it and learning as much as we can so our knowledge can
Carbon taxes are unnecessary As people are shivering under unexpected blankets of snow across the the US and Canada, UK and Europe and even the Middle East, Friends of Science warn of heat-or-eat poverty as seen in Britain and rising energy prices due to climate change targets and carbon taxes. “Carbon taxes are unnecessary,” says Ken Gregory, research director of Friends of Science. “The sun is the main driver of climate change. Global warming stopped 16 years ago.” While the Obama administration and high profile environmental activists like Thomas Steyer continue to push for stringent climate change measures or carbon taxes in North America, Britain is backing off carbon taxes; as well either imposing or requesting voluntary price freezes from utility companies. Utility suppliers report the threat of winter blackouts, say Friends of Science, citing several reports from the UK. Npower’s chief executive Paul Massara expressed concerns about low spare power-generation capacity as to whether the UK would “get through next winter” according to a Dec. 9, 2013 report. “Renewables like wind and solar do not provide free energy,” says Ken Gregory, director of Friends of Science. “Wind power can’t replace conventional power plants; the grid loses reliable output of power.” According to a 2012 report entitled
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cially in cold weather. In the opinion of some with vested interests, the UK energy price freezes of the fall has led to a flight of equity investment capital “selling out the entire gas and electricity sector” (not only energy supply companies). Some are said to be moving funds to safer countries as reported by Liberum Capital to commentator Allister Heath in the October 14, 2013 edition of London, England’s CityAM, Milibrands policies have damaged Britain’s economy. Some powerful investors, Hermes, Aviva Investors, Threadneedle, Schroders
and the Methodist Church, are claiming uncertainty about carbon pricing has led to confusion stalling UK Investment. According to the Global Warming Policy Foundation’s summary of a Daily Telegraph report 09/12/13 ScottishPower Chief Keith Anderson reports that coal plants are becoming uneconomical due to the ‘carbon floor price’ (CFP). Britain’s spare power margin is forecast to fall to 2 per cent by 2015 due to pressure from EU climate change regulations and rising carbon taxes. Though wind and natural gas plants were hoped to fill the gap, Bloomberg New Energy Finance is reporting on Dec. 16, 2013 that investment in these, particularly offshore wind, has reportedly stalled due to in part to new uncertainty in energy policies in the UK. Globally, carbon taxes and climate change measures are rapidly losing popularity with politicians and the people. Canada withdrew from Kyoto in 2011 and applauded Australia on its move to repeal its carbon tax as reported in the Guardian Nov. 13, 2012 theguardian.com/ environment/2013/nov/13/canada-climate-australia-carbon-tax. At the Warsaw COP-19 climate conference in November Japan announced it will miss emissions targets as reported by Bloomberg Nov. 20, 2013 bloomberg.com/news/2013-11-15/ japan-sets-new-emissions-target-in-setback-to-un-treaty-talks.html .
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will be for CTF, butrisk we know it’s imporreduce some of the for early adopters tant give to keep upgreater with the latest knowledge and them confidence in the and have solidthis. look at this.” how to go aabout It’s an early time, but also an exciting time, he says. “In some ways, it reminds me of when we were first looking at direct seeding. “We don’t know how big the potential
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By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist North Dakota State University Extension Service Having had to break into the office door because the lock was frozen shut reminded me that not all things work well in the cold. Those that have experienced cold firsthand do not need to be reminded. For others that can skirt the harshness of winter, in this case early winter, one only needs to take a short walk to be reminded. Simple things, such as trying to open car doors or trying to straighten out a set of jumper cables to start a car, are reminders. Experiencing slow, cold and clumsy fingers, dropping car keys in the snow or having to take off gloves to pick up the keys literally sends one into despair. Even to the point of thinking: Maybe I will just pick up the keys next spring. Anyway, it is cold. It is very cold and it has been very, very cold. The weather people tell us that the wind chill index recently reached well past minus 40 degrees. Walking across an open stretch of space, the sharp pains of cold air attach to one’s face like daggers, so one cannot help but wonder about the cattle and other outdoor critters. In reality, animals are much better prepared for the cold than we are. To some extent, cold is not even a concern for those that are adapted and prepared. Suitable hair coats have been grown and provide excellent body insulation provided the environment is dry. For cattle producers, much of the attention involves making sure the cattle are dry and well fed. Cattle generate heat as they digest their food, which is needed during the winter by cows and calves. Cows and calves get along quite well, gathering heat from the herd, while bedding down in a well-bedded and protected area. Cattle can generate a lot of heat. When
necessary, cattle will lie down and make every effort to get out of the wind. Come morning, the cows will get up, get a good drink of water, find hay and eat and then spend the rest of the day lounging and chewing their cud. On the other hand, calves need more protection from the wind but, given dry bedding and good feed, they will do very well. The challenge is more on the producer because getting feed out, proper bedding and keeping water lines open are a struggle. At the days end, remarkably, the work gets done. However, if there is an oversight, it will more than likely be in the bull pen. The bulls often are separated from the main herd and do not gain the benefit of the herd environment when it comes to survival. Often they are more individualistic and not up to cuddling to keep warm. They seem to survive but are at risk in cold weather. The most reported issue is a frozen scrotum. The situation is not that uncommon but certainly a crisis for the bull. The scrotum is specifically designed to allow heat out of the body and away from the testicles. The bull will not tolerate these cold temperatures without good bedding and wind protection. Bulls exposed to the elements, in this case wind and cold, could be neutered by morning. In severe cases, any frozen testicles means the bull is of no use. Fortunately, the testis proper generally does not freeze and the damage usually is limited to the scrotum. In such cases, check your bulls for scrotal swelling, followed by sloughing of dead skin. The heat of the inflamed scrotum actually damages the sperm producing and storage capacity of the bull’s reproductive system, which usually means the bull will be infertile for a couple of months.
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impossible. The power was out even to the backup generators; rainwater had to be collected just to flush the toilets. The early days of November, life in the In the morning, a new reality was small island country of the Philippines beginning to emerge in the city. was bustling with the energy and excite“The second day, that’s The hours after ment of normal commerce and daily when it really set in,” said While a steady wind conaffairs. Merlin. “The first day tinued outside, there was a Tacloban, a city on the north eastern you’re out looking at all the foreboding calm settling corner of Leyte province, was basking in damage in disbelief, but the into the atmosphere. People it’s established role as a modernized second day that’s when were in shock – not urban center in the Philippines. It was things got really, really knowing what to say, what reported by local newswires on November serious.” to do, in the wake of so 4 that the city was benefitting immensely With the arrival of dawn much destruction. from the revenue of business permit issuon the second day, people “Just in the blink of an ance, generating close to 125 million pesos began looking for food and eye, all of Tacloban: gone. by the increase of corporate interest in water. Very soon, the Can you imagine that?” the small but bustling metropolis. That Letty and Merlin Grocock nearby Robinson mall had Letty said. She observed that same day, a new village chairperson of a lineup of people waiting to people were starting to Tacloban was proclaimed by drawing lots go in to find rations - or immediately flow onto the streets where due to a tie vote. A day before, a popular whatever else could be carried away from the extent of the damage was beginning to the broken and unoccupied storefronts. multi-distance running race was held in come clear. the city. “People were going in and out of the The couple went out exploring in the Life was moving ahead as usual in the mall,” recalled Merlin. “They had big wake of the destruction, trying to navicity, but in the atmosphere above the screen TV’s, refrigerators… one guy even gate a demolished city littered with Pacific Ocean something was had a bunch of coat hangers all up his debris. Narrow streets cluttered transpiring that was far from arm.” with roofing tin and cement made normal. A nearby Coca-Cola plant saw it’s walking around a near A heated wind was becoming inventory filter out into the public. impossibility. more animated, drawing upon “All day long [local] kids were dragging “Everybody was just quiet in the warm ocean currents and these Coca-Cola crates [with 2L bottles] shock, total shock,” said Merlin of cooler condensation patterns to up and down the street,” said Merlin. those wandering the city streets. fuel a cycle of mobile winds People were looking everywhere for food Some people were crying. Others growing swifter, more volatile. or drink, as so much was destroyed or were beginning to recognize what Angry, moving air spanning rendered inedible. Due to a lack of power, had happened to their life and hundreds of kilometers began to frozen items were rotting. families. lurch toward land. Soon the Letty still hadn’t heard from her family “One guy Ocean had given birth to an and the immejust came from intense, swirling body of wind diacy of helping downtown and that grew with unpredictable out in the hotel The wind was so strong he said ‘my ferociousness. seemed to preocfamily’s dead.’ Typhoon Haiyan - as it was cupy her mind. In that it was blowing the water And he’s now known - had rapidly develthe afternoon, she crying,” oped from a tropical storm to a received word up the stairwell. recalled Letty. typhoon between November 4 that would calm “Downtown and 5 as it headed westward her soul, if only - MERLIN GROCOCK the water was toward the Philippines. On for a moment. reaching 15-20 November 7, between noon and 6 “My nephew feet. You can p.m. Coordinated Universal came over and The view from outside the Go Hotel in Tacloban, just after the just imagine what that would do.” Time, 10-minute sustained wind said ‘auntie, we’re all alive’,” she said. “I storm hit, on November 8, 2013. For Letty, who’s family all reside intervals grew from 235 km/h couldn’t even talk to him because we were ECA Review/M. Grocock in Tacloban, a new reality began to (145 mph) to 315 km/h (196 mph). all so busy, and it was already dark and it emerge as she could hear locals A superstorm of magnitudes far was dangerous to be out in dark.” The recounting in anguish the devasexceeding anything on record small comfort of knowing of her family’s could hear debris hitting the side of the tating effects of the storm on their loved for over 40 years quickly mobilized safety was marred by the new reality that hotel. Some windows broke out; people ones. toward the Philippines and, come things were becoming very unsafe in the “I’m thinking oh my gosh, what hapNovember 8, it would alter the lives of mil- were really panicking in the hotel. One city. As people grew hungrier, dehydrated girl was going to run out of the hotel with pened to my family in the typhoon?” she lions of people irreparably, perhaps for and scared, looting became more wideher young baby.” said. “I was just crying. I was saying I years to come. spread. Things were getting desperate. Chaos ensued at the hotel. People were don’t know what I’m going to do.” “We had no food, no drink, we didn’t The arrival screaming and panicking as the wind Due to the storm’s effects destroying sleep,” said Letty. “People were knocking Merlin and Letty Grocock from wrought destruction of an almost unfathany electronic communication, getting in on our door at night, it was scary because Coronation, Alberta arrived in the omable magnitude. touch with her family was impossible in some people were coming to our hotel for Philippines on October 28, 2013. They “The roof was raising about a foot and a the hours immediately following the looting.” were looking forward to a month of relaxhalf up in the air,” said Merlin. “The wind storm. Streets littered with debris meant Merlin helped the hotel staff to lock an ation and visiting with Letty’s family, all sounded like a jet engine. I was thinking navigating the city was out of the quesoutside door to keep potential looters out of whom still lived in her hometown of ‘oh boy, what am I doing here.’” tion, and likewise Letty had no at night. People could be heard outside the Tacloban city. The skylights blew out leaving the air recollection of her home terrain for it was hotel walls, trying to get in. Things were as normal in the urban pressurized so intensely that the couple’s all destroyed; unrecognizable. “It was scary because there were no center when the Grocock’s trip began; ears were in pain. All she and Merlin could do was wait. lights, you couldn’t see what was out they checked into the Go Hotel by the From the lobby - facing the storm there,” said Merlin. It was the ensuing The looting major shopping mall and had freedom to water was accumulating in the streets, panic, felt especially by locals who had The Grocock’s didn’t sleep that night. enjoy the nice island weather away from coming threateningly close to the hotel nowhere to go, that was becoming With so much damage to the hotel their the frigid cold of the Canadian air. patrons. intensely frightening to the couple. room was open completely to the eleIn the days leading up to the arrival of “The wind was so strong that it was “These people were already desperate, ments. A mixture of intense air pressure, the storm, however, the couple were given blowing the water up the stairwell,” they didn’t know what they were doing,” coupled with the stifling, stagnant heat of subtle hints that something bad was about Merlin said. “It was just like someone was said Letty. Turn to the journey, Pg 13 open Philippines air made rest to happen. There were rumblings down there with a fire hose. 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amongst the local population that a big typhoon was approaching the island and hotel staff began preparing them for the worst. “The hotel staff never told us [the severity of the storm], they just told us to get some water and food,” said Merlin, noting that locals had no real plan for an unexpected storm so massive. And perhaps the staff was deceived by the weather in the days prior, as sunlight and tranquil afternoons belied reports of a horrific tropical storm. “There was sunshine and rain, you would not expect that there was really a typhoon coming,” said Letty. “It was showering, sunshine, calm.” In the early morning hours of November 8 there was a drastic change in the atmosphere. The couple was up at 6 a.m., noticing something was wrong. Merlin made a coffee - and shortly thereafter at 8 a.m. - the power went out. “Right after that, that’s when it really started to get serious,” Merlin said. “You
got absolutely flooded.” Then, at 9 a.m. – in less than three hours – it was all over. “By 9 a.m. it was all done. Dead calm. From six to nine did all that damage,” said Merlin.
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Anatomy of a Typhoon
Typhoons - scientifically known as topical cyclones - are storm systems formed over the ocean and are characterized by rapid rotation, a low-pressure centre and strong winds. These storms typically form over relatively warm water. Air heated by the ocean rises and is replaced by higher-pressure air and evapourated water, creating a rotating system that gains strength over time. Storms such as Hayian are
defined by a myriad of factors contributing to their classification. CLASSIFICATION: The name ‘typhoon’ is the regionally-specific name for ‘tropical cyclone.’ The designation typhoon applies to storms formed in the Northwest Pacific Ocean, west of the dateline. ROTATION: Storms north of the equator rotate counterclockwise, whereas southern storms rotate clockwise.
STRENGTH: Typhoons are classified as such when winds exceed 74 - 95mph (119 - 153kph). From here, five classifications are applied to corresponding wind speed, with the highest being category five at 155 mph (249 kph). NAMES: The World Meteorological Organization typically names high-profile storms, with names derived based on familiarity to each region. Haiyan was named by the
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Japanese Regional Specialized Meteorological Centre as it passed through their region at storm strength on November 4. On November 6, as the storm passed further toward the Philippines, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration took up responsibility for the name and called it Yolanda. SOURCES: The World Meterological Organization, NASA, OXFAM.
The journey home
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The Philippine Air Force plane C130, tasked with carrying the Grocock’s out of Tacloban. ECA Review/M. Grocock Cont’d from Pg 12
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The next morning, it was apparent to the Grococks that they needed to get out of the city centre, and fast. “We talked to the police and they said you have to move now because we cannot handle the crowd anymore,” said Letty. “The hotel staff were trying to find a way to get us out. They prioritized all foreigners.” Police told the couple that there were only three officers patrolling the area, and due to the increasing frantic atmosphere they advised them to move. A lack of security was symptomatic of the overall turmoil being experienced by the local population. “What a lot of people don’t realize is that the military, the police, everybody is affected by this typhoon,” observed Merlin. “You’re not going to get help, you’re not going to get doctors, because everybody was affected. Some people in the army, their homes were wiped out. And some still reported for duty.” It was decided that all foreigners should head to the airport as a means of removing them from the increasing volatility of the city. The airport was a mere three kilometers away, but the road leading to it was treacherous.
“You couldn’t walk far because there was a lot of dead bodies in the street. You couldn’t even step over them, because there was no space,” recalled Letty. Some bodies were covered, others not. Some were tossed to the side to make room. Mass graves were already being dug. It took the couple two hours to reach the airport.
Going home
When the couple arrived at the airport, they registered their names with local authority and were told to wait. “It was a gong show, there was no organization,” said Merlin. “They’d take your names, then they didn’t honour the names. You’d register in one line, then you go stand in another line.” As more people arrived and the crowd grew, things became chaotic and tense. “There were how many hundreds of people at the back, and they are pushing each other,” said Letty. As the press corps began to arrive from across the globe to cover the event, some took the misplaced opportunity to gain some attention. “This one general, when the press came he decided he wanted to be a movie star and started shuffling the lines,” Merlin said. “We were almost ready to go [on the plane] and we got pushed right to the back. It wasn’t too bad until he started stirring the whole crowd up, then people started to get really panicky.” The agitated crowd continued to wait until nightfall, when some solace in sleep seemed near. “That night we slept in a pile of rubble ‘cause it was the only place that wasn’t that wet. The whole damn place smelled like the stench of death,” said Merlin. “We weren’t the only ones who didn’t’ sleep, nobody
slept.” The couple was hungry, thirsty. They hadn’t had the creature comforts of sustenance since the storm hit. “We were like beggars, we didn’t have food for three days,” said Letty. “We wore the same clothes for three days, we smelled horrible. But what are you going to do?” Early the next morning everybody was told to congregate outside of the remnants of the airport terminal. With thousands streaming in, the chance of catching a flight that day seemed distant. “They were prioritizing pregnant women and children,” said Letty. A stream of people could be seen walking for miles to get to the small airport. “Finally they called our names,” said Merlin. “We were so damn lucky to get on that plane.” The aircraft was a C130 – a Philippines military transport vehicle. The two were flown 40 minutes to Cebu, a nearby airforce base. They spent the night in the city, leaving the next morning on ground transportation for the Mactan-Cebu International Airport. “Here’s something, we just missed an earthquake in Cebu by 10 minutes,” said Merlin, with a laugh. “It was only like a four on the scale, but geez it was unbelievable. This whole trip was a total disaster.” The couple ended up in the city of Manila, where they became increasingly ill due to lack of food, water and general weakness. They were able to wash their clothes, a small luxury after so much horror.
Life after Haiyan
Upon arriving back in Canada, a normal outlook was almost impossible. “When we got home I was just so sick. We were so stressed out,” said
the suffering of their countrymen back in the Philippines. Maybe we are miles and miles away The Drumheller Filipino from the Philippines but our hearts Community is a vibrant, close-knit still feel their pain. We are still group of Filipinos and their friends Filipino who can relive the spirit of and relatives. Chaired by Marvin A. bayanihan (bayanihan basically Obmina, the group has held fundmeans a sense of leadership and initiaraisers for their affected kin in the tive or a sense of community). The day Philippines. after the Typhoon Haiyan Obmina took some time to struck the Philippines, that answer questions regarding spirit of bayanihan is evithe community, their outlook dent in every Filipino in on the tragic event and what Drumheller. You can read can be done moving forward messages in social media to help. calling for donations, asking how they can help, Q: Please tell us a bit about volunteering their time, the Filipino Community in offering their spaces as Drumheller. drop-off point for donations. Obmina A: The Drumheller Filipino My cellphone is busy Community (DFC) is a nonwith calls and text messectarian, non-stock, non-profit sages not only from Filipino in organization founded on the principles Drumheller but from Canadian busiof God-centeredness, humaneness and nessmen asking me to pick up their patriotism. The society’s date of incor- money donations, institutions and poration was February 4, 2011. companies also made their own effort Currently we have more than 400 to raise money for the typhoon victims members in Drumheller. which really touches our hearts. In a place away from home we feel Q: What impact did the Typhoon that we are not alone in our effort to have on the Filipino community in help my Filipino countrymen who Drumheller? survived the devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan, because everybody A: Though most of Filipino in in the community shows their support Drumheller have no families directly to us. affected by the Typhoon, in a calamity as big as this, every Filipino can feel Q: Did anyone have personal
connections in the Philippines who were impacted by the storm? A: We have four families in Drumheller wherein their loved ones reside in the areas affected by the Typhoon Haiyan. For days they had no idea or news as to what happened to their families in the Philippines, since the communication is down in the areas affected by the typhoon. After a few days they heard from their families, though all their property is destroyed we are still thankful to God that there is no loss of lives among their family members. Q: What can Canadians do to help out? A: Aside from prayers, my Filipino countrymen need help in their rehabilitation and rebuilding process. If you happen to be in Drumheller area you can drop your donation to J&C Convenience store at Center Street. If you cannot be in Drumheller, we appeal to you to support your local area’s effort to raise money for the Typhoon Haiyan survivors in the Philippines or through the Canadian Red Cross To all individuals and companies who already help and still be helping my Filipino countrymen in their rehabilitation and rebuilding process, Maraming Salamat Po (Thank you very much), from the bottom of my heart.
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Merlin. “Letty’s family is over there still and they’re just barely hanging on.” News from Letty’s family is still sparse and infrequent. They have been staying at a neighbours place for the time being and so far they remain safe. “Three families are living there, there are so many there,” said Letty. “That’s why my sister is already hopeless, because of the situation. Her house is gone. Everything; gone. That’s life.” Having a direct link to family in Tacloban has been one small comfort to the couple, who rest assured that the aid they send goes straight to their loved ones. “Trouble is over there, foreign aid, I’m just scared it doesn’t get where it needs to go,” said Merlin of the oft-misallocated charity funds. “I don’t recommend donating to an organization: if you know somebody, contribute to them and then 100 per cent of the funding will go to that person.” The couple have seen an outpouring of support upon their return from local Filipino community efforts. “The Brownfield Filipino community raised funds for Lett’s family,” said Merlin. “They raised $300 out of a little bake sale, can you imagine that? A cookie sale.” For now, the family tries to get back into a normal routine, despite what they’ve experienced. Merlin said he sometimes feels ill when eating meat, after the smells they’ve encountered. Letty said she lies awake thinking of her family. “I cannot sleep still, because I am still thinking about my family,” said Letty. “It’s where I grew up, Tacloban is my home. Now it’s all destroyed.” But life goes on.
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Assistance to the Philippines Dear Editor, Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with all those affected by Typhoon Haiyan. In response to this devastation, the Conservative Government continues to offer assistance to the Philippines. We deployed the Canadian Forces’ Disaster Assistance Response Team and they are providing clean drinking water and disaster relief on the island of Panay. International humanitarian assistance is making a significant difference but the Philippines is still in much need of support. The Government is extending the deadline for matching donations
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- Archie, Darcey & Bryan
M&N CONSTRUCTION
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Happy Holidays
Randy Lewis, the winner of a 2011 Cub Cadet SLTX 1054 in our “Honey Do” contest
Come in and talk to us about how pre-booking InVigor Canola and Bayer Crop Sciences products will earn you a Las Vegas Getaway!
May you celebrate this beautiful season with Joy in your home, surrounded by family & friends, love in your heart and good food on the table, Season’s Greetings from
MEATCO
Customize Cuts, Bulk & Wholesale Consort AB • 403 577 2260
‘Tis the Season Have Yourself a
Tasty Little Christmas
to all our Friends & Customer’s from
Bond Auto Spa & Quick Lube
Provost, Ab. • 780-753-2666
Merry & Bright Use electricity safely. When decking your halls, replace any damaged or old lights and cords.
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To Our Friends & Neighbours
Happy Holidays! from
May your spirits be refreshed and your faith renewed. - from Christine & Jaelayne
780-372-4043
- from Richard & Leslie Crocus Hill Distributors & Registries & Sears Catalogue Hardisty, AB. 780-888-0008
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ADORE HIM!
Bashaw Meats & Sausage Ltd. 780-372-3517
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Complete custom meat processing
A hearty thank you for your good will and sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year - From Calvin & Judy Bishell
Livestock Equipment Ltd. Veteran, AB ph. (403) 575-2262 1-866-575-2262
Greetings of the Season ...And many thanks for your generous support all year long.
Thank you for your patronage in 2013. Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Montgomery Auction Services Ltd. Blackfalds, AB. www.montgomeryauctions.com 403-885-5149 1-800-371-6963
May the Joy of the Season Fill Your hearts and home.
With Tidings of
Comfort & Joy
Wishing you all the best during the holiday season and may the new year be filled with hope.
Wishing you and the ones you love, the blessings of peace, love, and contentment at this special time of year. We’ve enjoyed the time we’ve spent with you, and look forward to your continued friendship!
Horseshoe Trailer Mfg. Halkirk 403-884-2173 403-430-0504
Coro View Farms Ltd Coronation AB • 403 578 2788
We’re overflowing with gratitude for your kind patronage and wish you all a very merry holiday season.
Jerry Wipf 403-575-1378
Consort, AB
Luke Janz 403-575-1273
Merry Christmas
from Ben & Tammy Van Haga 403-323-0060 (c) • 403-742-8215 (fax)
Forestburg Veterinary Clinic (1998) Ltd. Dr. Serfas, Master Joey, Miranda & Naomi
Wishing Everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year Thank you for your patronage
MOTORS
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Happy Holidays! I would like to take this time to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season and continued success in the New Year ! Bobby Miller Ritchie Bros. Territory Manager 403.358.1393 | bmiller@rbauction.com
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Best Wishes for the Holiday Season May it be Merry & Bright Eastland Transport Ltd. Coronation • 403 578 3522
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Joy….in your home, in your world, and all through a wonderful year ahead.
Merry Christmas
We wish you a safe Wehappy wish you a safe and Christmas! and happy Christmas!
Alliance, AB • 780-879-2371 Stettler, AB • 403-742-0200
from Dale, Irene and Staff at Contact Safety Services Contact Safety Services 403-823-7771 Drumheller 403-742-2035 Stettler
At the miracle of His holy birth, We pray for hope and peace on earth; And we ask for His good graces, too That we may share with all of you The message of that first Christmas Day As we send this note of thanks your way!
There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays!
A man’s partial dentures were bothering him so he went to his denturist. After a brief examination, the denturist exclaimed, “Holy Smoke! That plate in your mouth has almost completely corroded! What on earth have you done to it?” The man thought for a moment and said, “Well. . . the only thing I can think of is this; my wife made me some asparagus about four months ago with this stuff on it she calls hollandaise sauce. Man, I’m talkin’ DELICIOUS! I’ve been putting it on everything; meat, fish, toast, vegetables. . . you name it!” “That’s probably it,” the denturist replied, “Hollandaise sauce is made with lemon juice, which is acidic and highly corrosive. You’re going to need a new one, but made out of chrome this time.” “Why chrome?” the man asked. “Well, sir. . . . everyone knows that there’s no plate like chrome for the hollandaise!” HAPPY HOLLANDAISE, EVERYONE!
Baird Denture Clinic Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year from the Management & Staff at
DNR Pressure Welding & Powerline Construction 403-742-2859 • Stettler, AB
PLUMBING & EXCAVATING
(1998 LTD.)
403-742-5237 24 Hour Service 4706-44 th Ave., Stettler, AB (Beside Fountain Tire)
5021-50 St., Stettler 403-742-2351
Season’s Greetings & best wishes for the New Year!
Dugouts, Brushing, Fencelines, Waterlines, 5002 - 48 Street Stettler, AB Drainage 403-742-3311 Ditches
- Management & Staff
Thank you for your business in 2013! Looking forward to serving you in 2014!
Holiday Greetings
At Christmas, it’s customary to think of those who have helped us throughout the year. In this spirit, we would like to extend our sincerest thanks to our clients and friends.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! - from everyone at
Stettler, AB • 403-742-2600
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WATSON WELDING Ltd.
PIPELINE AND FACILITY SERVICES
Stettler, ABStettler, • 403-742-3906 Box 1767, AB T0C 2L0 Cell: 403-742-9796
Fax: 403-742-3908 • Tel: 403-742-3906 www.watsonwelding.ca
Through the spirit of friendship and in appreciation of the support you have given us over the year, we would like to wish each and everyone of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Savage Value Drug Mart 4718-50 St., STETTLER, AB 403-742-3367
STETTLER FLOORING & Paint
Season’s Greetings from the Staff at Stettler Flooring & Paint Thank you for your patronage this past year.
Come in NEW Products & Suppliers and see!! in the Showroom Introducing:
Jennifer Mercier
Window Coverings #2, 4707-42 St. Stettler, AB • (403) 742-5813 - representative
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REAL ESTATE
AMISK Hotel for sale by owner, minutes from busy Hardisty on Hwy. 13. VLT’s, ATM on location. Priced to sell. 403-323-9989 or 403-882-2202.
MOBILE HOMES
UNITED Homes Canada invites you to view our Heated display homes. Purchase today at 2012 pricing. Inventory clearance starting at $92,500.; www.unitedhomescanada.com. 148 Eastlake Blvd., Airdrie. 1-800461-7632. SINGLE Best Sale Ever with Dynamic Homes! Don’t miss out! Up to $7000. in discounts. Some restrictions may apply. Limited time offer on SRI Models. Save this Christmas. Call 1-877341-4422.
2013 BABY Register to be published in the January 16 issue. Email or send info along with baby’s photo. Please write your baby’s name on the back of the photo if mailing or dropping off. Parents’ names; city/ town; postal code; ph #; baby’s name; date of birth; MC/Visa #; expiry date. Include $26 plus GST, cheques, visa, or MC accepted. Make cheques to ECA Review. Email office@ ecareview.com, or bring to the Coronation ECA Review office at 4923-Victoria Ave., or mail to Box 70, Coronation, Ab., T0C 1C0. Call 403-578-4111 for more info. Photo & Ad deadline: Mon., Jan 13, 2014 TRASH FOR CASH Christmas Sale - Pat, Charlotte & Friends have Christmas in The Valley CDs on special until Christmas. Hockey equipment & skates, figure skates, skis & ski boots, indoor & outdoor lights. Lots & lots of Christmas decorations, etc. under $1.00. Friday, Dec. 20 come in for coffee and donuts. Shop is open every Friday 10 - 5 until Dec. 20 - weather permitting. Elaine, 403577-2296 or 403-5770018 (cell). STEEL Buildings / Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www. crownsteelbuildings.ca.
CLASSIFIEDS
DISCONNECTED Phone? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca. LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-8180797 or email: ryan. afab@gmail.com.
Ribstone Creek Accounting Solutions
Lois Rodvang Certified QuickBooks Specialist 403-578-3295 Specializing in monthly accounting for farms and small business METAL Roofing & Siding. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888263-8254.
AUTO
WRECKING AutoTrucks. Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports. We ship anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff. (Lloydminster). Reply 780-875-0270. NorthEast Recyclers truck up to 3 tons.
MAC JAMES MOTORS The Car Credit Cure
• Good Selection of Inspected Vehicles • Warranty included • No Hidden Fees • Low Monthly Payments • Short Terms (Save $1,000’s) • Low Down Payments WEST GASOLINE ALLEY HIGHWAY 2 SOUTH RED DEER Call LES toll free at 1-877-232-2886 403-309-3233 www.macjames.ca
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WANTED: Round straw bales, preferrably oat straw. Contact Brian 780-879-2110
HEATED Canola buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-2505252. WANTED. Hannas Seeds seeking distributors for forage, turf, native and reclamation seed. Good commissions. Contact Dave at 1-800-661-1529 or dave@hannasseeds. com.
WANTED
WILD Furs Wanted; Fox, coyotes & shed antlers etc. Will be in Hanna Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, 2014. Contact 780-755-3860.
TENDERS
CAPT. Ayre Lake Association is accepting tenders to rent the booth for the 2014 season, May - Sept. Fax note tender to 780-7536198 or mail to Box 1712, Provost, Ab. T0B 3S0. Closing date: Jan. 31/14. CASTOR LITTLE Theatre is seeking bids for 2014 catering. Send bids to Box 790 Castor or phone Susan 403882-2548. Deadline is Dec 20. Still need back stage hands and 2 male actors.
Last Chance!
Cell phone users, home based businesses, advertisers....
MISCELLANEOUS
COIL-BOUND Phone Book coming out in early January. Have you only a cell phone no land line? This handy little phone book covers the communities of Altario, Consort, Veteran, Coronation, Castor and Halkirk. Call today 403-578-4111 for your listing.
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NEED To Advertise? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW (403-5784111) for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228. WARD’S Auctions Antiques/Estate Auction. Jan. 5 and 6, 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton. 780-4514549. Taking consignments now for Feb. 8 Firearms and related auction. Online bidding and pictures at www. WardsAuctions.com. MEIER Gun Auction. Saturday, December 21, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - Handguns, rifles, shotguns, wildlife mounts, hunting and fishing equipment. To consign 780-440-1860. UNRESERVED Public Auction New Years Day! World Class antique furniture and collectibles. 11 a.m., Wednesday, January 1 at 1235 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, Alberta. Scribner Auction 780842-5666; www.scribnernet.com.
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HELP WANTED
THE LEAF at 4746-49 St. in Hardisty Ab. is hiring full and part-time cooks for Western Cuisine and related kitchen duties. Wages $13-15/hr based on experience plus tips. No experience necessary. Please email resume to admin@theleafcorp.com or call 780-385-5555
THE LEAF @ 4746-49 St. in Hardisty Ab. is hiring full and part time servers for work in the restaurant/pub setting. Duties include taking orders, serving drinks, food and clean up. Wages $10-12/hr based on experience plus tips. No experience necessary. Please email resume to admin@theleafcorp. com or call 780-3855555
Professional Directory Chapman and Co. Professional Accountants LLP
Guy Chapman CA* Chris Annand, CA* Kendra Walgenbach, CA* Naomi Roth, CGA* 4702 51st Ave, Stettler, AB
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FOR RENT
HOUSE for rent in Coronation, 5016 Norfolk Ave. 5 bdrm, 3 bathrooms. $1200, utilities included. $1000 damage deposit. Available immediately, Barb Weiss 780781-9955, call anytime. 2 BDRM basement suite in Castor. $650/ month, utilities included. $650 damage deposit required. Call 403-740-5793. ROOMS for rent in Mirror, Ab. Open livingroom, one large bedroom, one small bedroom, use of the rest of the house. Prefer mature female with one female child. 403788-3990.
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This holiday season, protect our environment. Albertans recycled over 2 billion beverage containers this year – more than ever before. Let’s continue to do something good for the environment, and make 2014 another record-breaking year. Find a depot at albertadepot.ca.
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E.Roger Spady BARRISTER & SOLICITOR Coronation Mall Coronation, AB
578-3131 Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
PARKVIEW FUNERAL CHAPELS & CREMATORIUM Your Funeral and Cremation Professionals Fully Licensed Associates Verna Rock/Corinne Nattestad
403-578-3777 Dean Ross 5018 Royal St. Owner, Director, Embalmer Coronation, AB. www.parkviewfuneralchapels.com
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RANCH HAND worker needed in a large cow/ calf family operation north of Consort. Some experience with cow/ calf management. Driver’s license and references required. House with utilities provided. Call Tyson @ 780-385-4060 or Barry 780-385-1880 POST FRAME Builders - Prairie Post Frame’s premium buildings with competitive pricing has resulted in an unprecedented growth. We are looking for additional outstanding builders. Please contact Phil: phil@prairiepostframe.ca. 1-855767-8275. ACCOUNTANT Type Bookkeeper required for Whitecourt, Alberta company. Must have total knowledge of all aspects of bookkeeping including accounts receivable/payable, payroll & benefits. Fax resume 780-778-2444. JOURNEYMAN Automotive Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages, relocation allowance, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler. ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net. ALLAN DALE Trailers & RVs is growing fast and we are seeking: Experienced RV Technicians. Motorhome experience a must. Full-time, year round employment, premium pay for your experience ($35 - $40/ hour) plus bonus plan & group employee benefits. More details online: allandale.com. Apply to: Suzette Binnie, Allan Dale Trailers & RVs, 3 Queens Drive, Red Deer, AB, T4P 0K1. Fax 403-346-3116. Email: suzette@allandale.com. SEEKING a Career in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php.
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DATING Service. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-8045381. (18+). TRUE Psychics! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-3423036; Mobile: # 4486; http://www.truepsychics.ca.
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BROWNFIELD Ladies & Men’s Curling ‘Spiel, Jan 6-11, 2014. To enter phone Wade 403-578-3171 or Mike 403-578-3080.
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Competition #PLRD-294 Applications are invited for a temporary full time school bus operator in the Hanna area to commence January 6, 2013. This position will support the Division in providing safe and efficient transportation of students from Craigmyle area to Hanna schools. Training to obtain Class 2 driver’s license, first aid certification and “S” Endorsement will be provided. Preference will be given to applicants who currently hold these designations. Previous experience would be an asset.
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Financial Assistant Central Office, Hanna Part Time 0.40 FTE Salary Range: $23.00 to $26.91 per hour Competition #PLRD-293
Applications are invited for a financial assistant to provide confidential support to our Finance Department. The successful incumbent will be responsible for accounting related duties such as journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, budget entries, maintenance of GL database, backup for accounts payable and payroll. Additional duties will include answering inquiries from employees, department heads and outside agencies as well as project-based activities. Hours of work are approximately 15 hours per week. Preference will be given to a candidate who holds a Certificate or Diploma in a business related program, with a minimum of 2 to 3 years experience in a finance setting. A combination of training and relevant experience may be considered. Candidates must have proficient skills with the intermediate level of Excel and Word. The ability to contribute within a team environment is essential. Please send cover letter and resume by e-mail to lenore.etherington@ plrd.ab.ca. Applications will also be accepted by mail or fax to: Lenore Etherington, H.R. Administrator Prairie Land Regional Division #25 P.O. Box 670 Hanna, Alberta T0J 1P0 Fax (403) 854-2803 Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Thank you to all applicants but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a current Criminal Record Check satisfactory to PLRD prior to commencement.
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We have JOB OPPORTUNITIES for: • TRUCK DRIVER (Cremona and Westlock) • PROJECT COORDINATOR • ESTIMATOR • PROJECT MANAGER • SITE SUPERINTENDENT Your passion for the construction 12345industry, work ethic and strong commitment to safety will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In addition, you will enjoy comprehensive health benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in the construction industry. Furthermore, you will enjoy being part of a working environment that promotes personal and professional growth in an atmosphere of trust, respect, collaboration and safety. If you believe you have what it takes to work with construction professionals, Apply Today! Please forward your resume to: shawn@ gabrielconstruction.ca. Fax:(306)757-6764
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Tri-Ag Implements, Consort Tri-Ag Implements in Consort is looking for a Journeyman or Apprentice Agriculture or Heavy Duty Technician. Qualifications include computer and diagnosing skills, be able to work as part of a team and as an individual. Must have a valid driver’s licence and experience is an asset. Must be comfortable being on call and with long hours in the busy season. Benefits include Company Health Plan, RRSP Contribution Plan, Tool Allowance, Apprentice training benefits. Tri-Ag Implements has 25 years experience in the Ag Industry. As a company, we are constantly sending our technicians to training across North America, as well as years of experience among one another.
Please contact: Lucas Latimer Service Manager Bus:(403) 577-3899 • email: triag.service@gmail.com
Career Opportunity Career Opportunity TheThe Town of Castor is seeking a full time Operatorwho who Town of Castor is seeking a full timePublic PublicWorks/Utility Works/Utility Operator is is competent, motivated, as aa team teammember membertoto accomplish competent, motivated,and andable ableto to work work as accomplish ourour mandate to build andmaintain maintain public public works utility infrastructures. mandate to build and worksand andpublic public utility infrastructures.
Qualifications we are looking for include: Qualifications we are looking for include: ► Vibrant, energetic individual. ◆ Vibrant, energetic individual. ► Must possess a high school diploma or GED. ◆ Must school diploma or GED. ► possess Ability atohigh run or learn to run trucks and heavy equipment. ◆ Ability or learn to further run trucks and heavy equipment. ► to Berun willing to take education as needed by the Town. ◆ Be► willing take further education as neededweekends) by the Town. Beto available for on-call duties (including on a three or four week rotation. A class 3 driver's license with air brakes is an asset. ◆ Be► available for on-call duties (including weekends) on a three or four week ► Completion of Safety and First Aid Courses is desirable. rotation. ◆ A class 3 driver’s license with air brakes is an asset. Work with us to build our community through public service. This position will require work in a ◆ wide Completion of Safety and First Aid Courses is desirable. variety of areas including: water distribution, wastewater collection/treatment, natural gas distribution, street repair/maintenance, garbage pick up, tree pruning, snow removal,
Work with us to build ouretc. community through public service. This position will beautification projects, require work in a wide variety of areas including: water distribution, wastewater The Town of Castornatural offers agas competive wage, generous medical and dental garbage collection/treatment, distribution, street repair/maintenance, benefits plan, and a pension plan. Hours of opertation are 40 etc. hours per week, overtime pick up, tree pruning, snow removal, beautification projects, may be required. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Town Foreman.
The Town of Castor offers a competive wage, generous medical and dental benefits plan, and a pension plan. Hours of opertation 40 hours per week, overtime may This position will remain open untilare a suitable candidate is found. be required. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Town Submit applications (including a current Driver's Abstract and any relevant certificates) Foreman. to:
Sandi Jackson, C.A.O. 479, Castor, AB T0C 0X0 ThisBox position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Fax: 403-882-2700 E-mail: sandi@townofcastor.ca
Submit applications (including a current Driver’s Abstract and any relevant certificates) We to: appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those candidates Sandi Jackson, C.A.O.selected for an interview will be contacted. Box 479, Castor, AB T0C 0X0 Fax: 403-882-2700 E-mail: sandi@townofcastor.ca We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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CHRISTMAS Greetings and many thanks to our friends and family for the countless visits, phone calls, cards and moral support we have received in the past year. Thanks also to the hospital staff and community care-givers in Coronation, Sylvan Lake and Red Deer for the professional and compassionate care we have received. Stan and Jean Bridge
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K&D Enterprises - Hanna Alberta Must have a Class 3 License with Air Brake Endorsement and a clean driving record. Some heavy lifting required. Competitive wages with benefits. Weekends off.
Fax Resume to 403-742-6761 or email kdk@xplornet.com
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Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant oilfield Safety Certificates required.
Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant oilfield Safety Certificates required.
Midwest Propane
Midwest Propane
For more info, call David at 403-854-0088
Gasfitter Truck Driver Please apply with resume to: rimbey, Ab. Call: 403 843-8430, Fax: 403 843-8460 or by email to: ken@midwestpropane.ca
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Project Manager, family Care Clinics Minimum 5-8 years experience in Healthcare required Travel throughout rural Alberta required Competition Number: CO-13052-MH Position Type: Full-Time Date Closed: December 29, 2013
Salary Range: As per the Out of Scope Salary Band
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1&2 Full-time Baker ChildLevel Care Workers Full-time Cashier 2-3 years experience preferred but will train Starting wage $12.00/hr
Experience and asset but will train. Starting Wage - $12.00/hr
Please send resumes to sarah.yoo@hotmail.com or drop off in person at 4805 King Street.
Obtain your Level l & 2 education - FREE while you work Fax or send a resume to: Castor Child Care Society Box 952 Castor, Alberta TOC OXO Fax: 403-882-4143 Must be willing to obtain a Child Welfare Record Check, First Aid & a Criminal Records Check. Resumes accepted until Fri., Jan. 3, 2014. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
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2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN a/t/c, cD, pwr windows, locks, mirrors 170k ..........$6,500 2010 GMC SIERRA 2500 E/C black, 4x4, loaded, chrome steps, Gm warranty, 113k $18,900 2007 DODGE NITRO SE 4x4, loaded, alloys, trac control, 116k .....................................$11,400 2006 BUICK ALLURE CX loaded, trac control, power seat, 182k .....................................$6,000 2010 GMC SIERRA 2500 E/C 4X4, chrome side steps, remote start 148k.................$17 ,500 2003 FORD FOCUS SE a/t/c, cD, pwr locks, 43mPG, runs excellent 250K .......................$2,700 2002 PONTIAC GR. PRIX SE loaded, pwr seat, alloys, 37mPG, runs excellent 180k.....$4,000 2008 CHEV EQUINOX SPORT red, loaded, awD, sunroof, heated seats, 34mPG 143k $12,400 2002 PONTIAC MONTANA EXT loaded, r.heat, 4 extra winter tires on rims 152k ......$4,300 2007 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE loaded, sunroof, 7 passenger, 4X4, rheat, like new 215k.. .$11 ,400 2011 GMC SIERRA 2500 E/C 4X4, loaded, tow pkg, remote start, Gm warranty 133k ...$18,900 2007 F150 XLT e/c, 2wD, loaded, cD, comp & temp, alloys, runs excellent 220k ...............$5,500 2007 NISSAN MURANO SE awD, loaded, heated leather, sunroof reverse camera 167k ....$12,190 2006 HONDA CIVIC DXG Sedan, auto, a/t, pwr wins, locks, mirrors, 50mPG hwy 127k $8,500 2005 CHEV IMPALA loaded, cD, onstar, 42mPG hwy 147k ...............................................$5,250 2006 HONDA CIVIC LX Sedan, auto, loaded, cD, alloys, 50mPH hwy 65k ......................$9,999 2008 PONTIAC G5 COUPE auto, loaded, alloys, Pioneer sound, 44mPG hwy 134k......$7 ,900 2005 PONTIAC SUNFIRE COUPE auto, a/t, cD, rear spoiler, 43mPG hwy 89k........... $5,000 2003 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT red sedan, auto, loaded, sunroof, 42mPG hwy 152k..$5,000 2004 FORD TAURUS SE auto, loaded, pwr seat, pwrft pedals, cD 219k ..........................$4,000 2006 CHEV COBALT S/S black, coupe, auto, heated leather, sunroof 132k .....................$7,500 2008 JEEP PATRIOT auto, fwd, a/t/c, pwr heated seats, trac control 216k .......................$5,500 2007 F250 XL e/c, 4X4, auto, long box, canopy, hitch 236k.................................................$6,500 2004 CHEV VENTURE EXT Sport, red, loaded, cD, alloys, 7 pass 193k ..........................$4,600
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CLEARVIEW SCHOOL
Board establishes student ombudsman The Clearview School Board approved a proposal put forward by Trustee Staci Gerlitz at the December 16 meeting to set up a student ombudsman committee aimed at communicating directly with students. Trustees noted it was important to engage with their communities and identified students as one group that does not already have a structure to communicate directly with Trustees. The work will be spearheaded by Gerlitz.
School council workshop
The Board discussed plans for having Board and School Council Workshop with representatives of the school councils and principals to be held on February 13, 2014 at 7 p.m. in the board room at Clearview division office. Administration plans to contact school councils and principals to advise them that a date has been chosen for the workshop.
Draft school year calendars
As part of the yearly operations in preparing a Divisional calendar the Board of Trustees reviewed draft calendars for the next three years. The amended 2014-15, 2015-16 and 2016-17 draft calendars are to be circulated for feedback and comment from principals to parents (school newsletters), school councils and school staffs; through department supervisors to other Clearview staff; and through the Division’s website to the wider community. The draft calendars and feedback received will be brought back to the Board for final consideration in February 2014.
Budget development roadmap
Associate Superintendent Peter Neale presented a draft “roadmap” to the Board that outlines what the process could look like for the next cycle of budget development beginning in January 2014. The process outlined focused on previous cycles with minimal changes. New items this year will be the development of a budget toolkit and a “what we heard” report during the process. As part of the process in January, Senior Administration hope to have a discussion with the Board on areas they wish the process to encompass, including maintenance and transportation. This direction would then be part of the toolkit and form future conversations with stakeholders. Senior Administration will bring a detailed plan on the consultations process to the Board in January.
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2009 KENWORTH, 6 SP AUTO, DIESEL, 3000 LB TAILGATE LIFT, 162K .....$46,900 2009 KENWORTH, 5SP AUTO, PACCAR PX-6, 18 1/2FT BOX, 86K ..........$42,900 2009 F350 DUALLY 2WD, LANDSCAPERS TRUCK, V10 GAS AUTO, 27K ....$29,900 2009 FORD RANGER, BLACK, 2.3L, AUTO, AM/FM, CD, 48K............... ..$ 9,900 2008 FORD F450 SD DUALLY, CAB & CHASSIS, 2WD, DIESEL, 100K .........$22,900 2008 INTERNATIONAL 4400 DURASTAR, 310HP, HIGH IDLE KIT, 136K.....$39,900 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN STOW’N’GO, AUTO, 141 KM ...................$ 9,975 2008 CHEV 3500 LTZ, 4X4, DUALLY, CREW, LEATHER, ON STAR, 104K ....$32,900 2008 PONTIAC MONTANA, 7 PASS, 4 CAPTAINS CHAIRS, ON STAR, 83K ..$12,999 2008 F450 KING RANCH 4X4 DUALLY, FULL LOAD LEATHER, 135K..........$34,900 2007 INTERNATIONAL 4300, AUTO, AIR RIDE, 24’ VAN BODY, 140K ........$36,900 2007 FREIGHTLINER M2, AUTO, AIR SEAT/SUSP/DUMP, 223K ...............$36,900 2006 FORD FREESTAR CARGO VAN, FULL LOAD CLOTH, A/T/C, 86K ........ .$ 9,500 2005 FREIGHTLINER M2, C7 CAT, 300HP, 9SPEED EATON, 228K .............$25,999
403-784-0009
Facilities report
Associate Superintendent Peter Neale presented the 2013-14 Facilities Report to the Board. The report provides the overall information on the Alberta Infrastructure capital planning process and criteria, a summary of facility information for each of Clearview’s schools, the IMR information for the division, capital plan submissions and detailed information for all school facility needs. Clearview’s strategic plan identified three metrics to determine the success of maintaining it’s buildings based on the Facility Condition Index (FCI), which is the ratio of the cost to correct current and future - five year - physical condition deficiencies, relative to current facility replacement value. Metrics determined at least 65 per cent of schools are in good condition, less than 3 per cent of schools are in poor condition and all other schools are in at least fair condition. All Clearview schools are rated as good condition with a FCI less than 15 per cent and therefore meet the criteria of success established by the Board.
Stettler busing
The Board received a report on busing within the Town of Stettler. The service is operating to the Board’s satisfaction after being expanded this school year to include stops in Emmerson Acres and West Stettler Park.
Automated external defibrillators
The Board passed a motion to purchase two portable Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). The AEDs will be distributed to Gus Wetter School and Coronation School.
Trip proposal
Corey van Zandbergen, Principal of Byemoor School presented a proposal to the Board for a Society for Educational Visits and Exchanges in Canada (SEVEC) exchange with students from Cornwall, Ontario. The exchanges would take place in May and June 2014. The Board granted preliminary approval to Byemoor School for the proposed trip.
Next meeting
The next meeting of the Clearview School Board will held at 10 a.m. on Thursday January 16, 2014 at the Board office in Stettler. Regular board meetings are open to the public.
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Holiday Hours
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Tasty Mill Restaurant
Coronation, AB • (403) 578-3500
Holiday Hours
Tues., Dec. 24 - 12:00 - 5:00 pm Wed. & Thurs., Dec. 25 & 26 - CLOSED
Frontier Hotel Tavern
Coronation, AB 403-578-3000 ext. 306
Paintearth Regional Waste Management Ltd.
CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE
Castor, Coronation & Halkirk
Transfer Stations CLOSED
Will be on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 and Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Holiday Hours Wed., Dec. 25 - CLOSED Thurs., Dec. 26 - CLOSED Wed., Jan. 1 - CLOSED
CORONATION FOODS Coronation • (403) 578-3571
Holiday Hours
2005 DODGE DAKOTA EX/CAB 2WD, 3.7L, V6, PWR/HTD SEAT, 108K .....$ 8,999 2004 FREIGHTLINER FL80, 3126 CAT, 10SPEED EATON, 208K .................$23,999 2005 FREIGHTLINER M2 LOW-PRO, 6 SP, NEW STEEL DECK, 185K ...........$32,900 2004 GMC SIERRA 2500HD EX/CAB, 2WD, FULL LOAD, CLOTH, 114K .......$ 8,999 2003 GMC TOPKICK C6500, 8.1L GAS, ALLISON AUTO, 209K ..................$18,900 2002 FREIGHTLINER FL60, 5SP, AUTO, 14’ DECK, 210HP, 227K ................$19,500 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING, A/T/C, ALLOY WHEELS, 109K........ .$ 6,500 2008 HYUNDAI ACCENT, 5SP STANDARD, 4 NEW TIRES, 112K ................. $ 5,900 2001 DODGE RAM 1500 REG CAB, L BOX, CHROME WHEELS, 228K ......... $ 5,400 2000 INTERNATIONAL 4700, AUTO, 7.3L, 24’5”BOX, 282 MILES ..........$15,900 1999 CHEV SUBURBAN 2500 LT, FULL LOAD LEATHER, 205K...................$ 8,999 1999 FORD EXPLORER LIMITED, LEATHER, SUNROOF, 234K..................$ 4,400 1991 THUNDERBIRD SUPER COUPE, PERFORMANCE SUSP PKG,220K..... .$ 3,200 1976 DODGE 200 ADVENTURER CC, NEW DISC BRAKES, 119 MILES ..........$ 3,900
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C oronation
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For Information, call 403-578-2080 5226, Hwy 12, Coronation
BFI Canada Inc. 403-578-3299
Christmas Hours
The RESIDENTIAL RUN will be done on December 27 The COMMERCIAL HAND BOMB will be done on December 27 The landfill will be OPEN on December 24 from 8:00 to 12:00 December 27 from 8:00 to 3:30 January 4 from 8:00 to 3:30 The landfill will be CLOSED December 28 & January 1
Holiday Hours
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Wishing you a Merry Christmas and all the very best in 2014!
Merry Christmas from Special Areas
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at Christmas, all roads lead home
Gifted Season Friends. Food. Fun. Festivity.
May your holiday season deliver it all, along with our best wishes and gratitude.
Lowther Enviro Services and Big Country Regional Recycling Society
403-854-3308 • Hanna, AB
Brad Richardson, Matt Fuller & Amber Kittler
403-854-2820 • Hanna, AB
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CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS 1-800-267-5601
We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.
A Note of Thanks To Our Customers & Friends As another year comes to a close, we’d like to offer a chorus of thanks to all the individuals, customers, neighbours and friends who have made this year a noteworthy one for us.
- the staff at Cactus Corner
With best wishes for a merry and bright holiday season from all of us. From Bill, Mary Anne & Staff
Big Country Construction & Building Supplies Ltd. 403-3rd Avenue. East, Hanna
403-854-3585
May you be filled with the true spirit of Christmas - its peace, its joy, its love - and may the significance of that first holy Christmas be ever present in your heart.
We're Sincerely grateful for your loyal patronage
C&D Oilfield Construction Ltd. and staff Chris 403-854-6344 Quinn 403-854-6324
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Hanna, AB • 403-854-5000 Open 24 Hours
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At Christmastime we’re all aglow, When we think of the good folks that we know So before the candles all burn out, We’d like to say without a doubt -That for your goodwill and friendship too, We’re really thankful for each one of you!
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Celebrate the Miracle! With heartfelt thanks for your valued business this past year.
Merry Christmas
Hanna Vision Centre Dr. Dennis A. Heimdahl Dr. Ward ZoBell
403-854-3003
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Coronation Vision Clinic Dr. Ward ZoBell Dr. Marc Kallal
Badger Earthmoving
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Youngstown 403-854-0279 Celebrate
K&M Gas Plus
403-779-2622
Town Council & Staff wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. Serving the Big Country (403) 854-4774 Main St., Hanna, AB Our sincerest wishes for a safe and happy holiday season.
May you enjoy a safe and happy holiday season, whether you live in Hanna or are returning home for the holidays. As you gather with family and friends, may the joy and peace of the season surround you. Thank you to the many volunteers in Hanna and District that play a part in making this community a great place to live and work. We look forward to 2014 with hope for peace and prosperity for all.
The Miracle! “Best of all, Christmas 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!
means a spirit of love, a time when the love of God and the love of our fellow men should prevail over all hatred and bitterness, With heartfelt thanks for your valuedour business this past year. a time when thoughts and deeds and the NAME spirit of our lives manifest the presence of God.” – George F. McDougall BUSINESS At this special time of year, we fondly recall the many kindnesses you’ve shown towards us and wish you a meaningful and memorable holiday season.
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May faith be your guide and may His good graces follow you wherever you go during this season of enlightenment.
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We wish all of you a Merry Christmas with our heartfelt thanks.
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Kral Apartments
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Evergreen Equipment Ltd. is a progressive Agricultural Equipment We are currently looking for Qualified Journeyman and Apprentice location. The successful candidates will be responsible for promot accessories. In addition, assist with: preparing and maintaining me On behalf clean of allandour staff, wein wish youalladepartmen department orderly; assist maintaining verygood happy and safeandholiday season look Turf pr working order; selling handheld andand walk behind
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Jessi McKee & Sarah Jane (Cooper) Martin. Married June 15, 2013 at Sedgewick, Ab. The couple currently resides at Hughenden, Ab.
Wendy (Pitchko) & Jeff Fortna. Married October 5, 2013 at Hanna, Ab. The couple currently resides at Hanna, Ab.
Larissa (Webster) & Cameron Jackson. Married July 6, 2013 at Stettler, Ab. The couple currently resides at Stettler, Ab.
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Meagan (Schwenk) & Brandon Gattey. Married August 24, 2013 in Kananaskis, Ab. The couple currently resides at Coronation, Ab.
Lakeview Liquor Store
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15% Discount to first time brides
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• Discount available on all functions large and small • Largest wine selection in the County of Flagstaff, over 180 different wines. Special orders available. • Liquor licenses available.
Hardisty, AB Call Ernie at 780-888-2488 Located next to the Laundry Mat across from the Wainwright Credit Union.
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Janelle (Caseley) & Wilson Pilgrim. Married September 14, 2013 at St. Anthony, Newfoundland. The couple currently resides at Springbrook, Ab.
Brianne (Bergerud) & Brandon Thompson. Married August 10, 2013 at Wainwright, AB. The couple currently resides at Wainwright, Ab.
Chad and Lindsey (Turner) Leikeim. Married August 3, 2013 at Veteran, Ab. The couple is currently residing in Consort, Ab
J’S Fashions & Dance 4909 - 50 St. (Main Street)•Stettler, AB•403-742-0088 th
For the LITTLE PEOPLE in your wedding party We carry Jolene Dresswear for kids • Flower Girl Dresses • Tuxedos • Shoes • Baskets • Head Pieces and many Accessories (In Stock & Special Orders) Business Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 6 pm; Sat. 10 am - 5:30 pm; Sun. & Holidays Closed
Missed out ? You Have a Second Chance!
If you were married in 2013, take part in our 2nd 2013 Wedding Album Published in the January 16, 2014 ECA Review. Deadline, Friday, January 10. No Charge. Makes a great keepsake of your special day! Newly Weds Names:
(Please include maiden name)
Date of Wedding: Location of Wedding: Currently Residing:
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Please email, mail or drop off your photo: office@ECAreview.com East Central Alberta Review, Box 70, Coronation, AB, T0C 1C0 4923 Victoria Ave., Coronation, AB To ensure good reproduction, good quality colour or black & white photos only. • Close-ups will work the best. • Be sure to write your name on the back of your photo. • Photo will be returned if you include a self-addressed envelope OR indicate that you will pick up photo after January 16, 2014
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We have the opportunity of publishing all the news and photographs of events happening in our area. We also have the opportunity of communicating messages from all our local retailers.
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We have the opportunity of collecting these wonderful articles, photographs and advertisements and then converting them into your newspaper.
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In addition, we have the opportunity of coming into your home and being read by the members of your household.
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Being the artisans of your local newspaper gives us great pride and we are very thankful. Your newspaper’s entire team would like to wish you a wonderful holiday season.
Team Members: Joyce, Katie, Lisa, Julie, Gayle, Elaine, Shannon, Brenda, and Logan as well as our inserters, Bonny, Lois, Sophia, Terry, Doreen, Matthew, Sidney, Terra, Kerri, Austin, Kelsey, Brandon and Chace and our driver, Jim.