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Council to work toward single housing authority Coronation Town Council communities to work closely motioned to dissolve the together to ensure that they Coronation and Castor can be seen as representing Housing Authorities as per a regional population”. the Bethany Group’s final The report went on the say report. “In this new environment it The recommendation is going to become more and included dissolving the two more of a challenge for housing authorities and smaller communities or developing a new representa- regions to be heard and to tive body that would be a have their needs management body for the acknowledged”. lodge, manors, seniors self-contained apartIn this new ments, family housing units, assisted living. environment it is going The report also said it could include larger areas to become more and such as transportation, wrap around supports more of a challenge for such as mental health and primary care as part smaller communities of its planning and . . . to have their needs response for the Paintearth county. acknowledged. The amalgamation into one Management Body, according to Bethany Group, would present a uniThe two authorities and fying force taking into their partners have to work consideration the changes in cooperatively to make this focus of the new Alberta gov- happen. ernment “with a need and Turn to New, Pg 3 impetus for rural

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Feb 11 - Heart String & Roses Gala, 6 pm @ Elks Hall, Wainwright. Tickets - Irene @ 780-842-4001. Feb 12 - Alix Cutter Poker Rally & Christmas Tree Burning. Alix Fire Dept. and Alix Ag. Society. Registration 10:30-12 pm Alix Ag Grounds. Terry @ 403-747-3649. Feb 14 - Farm, Estate and Succession Planning Seminar, 1-4:30 pm. Camrose Rec Centre. Free. 780-806-8601 to register. Feb 14-19 - Clive Mens Curling Bonspiel. 403-784-3377. Feb 15 - Sharp Hills Wind Farm Community Open House. Sedalia Hall. See adv. in this paper for more info. Feb 16 - Canola Lunch & Learn. Travelodge Hanna. See adv. in this paper for more info. Feb 16 - Calving Clinic, Stetter Ag Society (Pavillion) sponsored by Battle River Research Group. See adv. in this paper for more info. Feb 18 - Crossroads Beef Expo, Crossroads Centre, Oyen. See adv. in this paper for more info. Feb 19 - Castor Little Theatre, “Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny”, 12:30 pm. Brunch. Don @ 403-323-0359. Feb 21 - Castor Little Theatre, “Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny”, 6 pm. Teen night. Don @ 403-323-0359. Feb 23 - Ryley Solar Workshop, Ryley Community Centre. Sponsored by Battle River Research Group. 780-582-7308. Feb 24-25 - Castor Little Theatre, “Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny”, 6 pm. Dinner Theater. Don @ 403-323-0359. Feb 24 - Wainwright Arts Festival, Art Show & Sale, 7-10 pm. Wainwright Communiplex. Stacey @ rathge.s@gmail.com Feb 25 - Coronation Royal Performing Arts presents Lisa Brokop; The Patsy Cline Project. Tickets: Linda @ 403-578-3838. Feb 25 - Wainwright Arts Festival, Art Show & Sale, 7-10 pm. Wainwright Communiplex. Stacey @ rathge.s@gmail.com Feb 25 - Fireman’s Ball, Provost Rec Centre, Prairie Hall, 5 pm-2 am. Semi formal. $50. Shane @ 780-753-4493. Feb 26 - Castor Little Theatre, “Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny”, 12:30 pm. Brunch. Don @ 403-323-0359. Feb 28 - Castor Little Theatre, “Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny”, 7 pm. General. Don @ 403-323-0359. Mar 1 - Battle River Research Group AGM. Castor Community Hall. 780-582-7308.

SUNSHINE CLUB

Club welcomed new member The Sunshine Club of Coronation had another great year and kicked it off with a Chinese Supper and a Court Whist Tournament held at the condo in Coronation in January. During the year they made their usual donations to the Music Festival, Stars, the Handibus, Best stories Grade 1, 2 and 3 and Grade 4, 5 and 6 at the Coronation Fair and also the Math 30

award at the Coronation School which was presented to Amber Burkinshaw. At the November meeting members brought toiletries to be donated to the Women’s Shelter in Red Deer. They prepared soup and sandwich lunch for the workers and judges at the Fair and organized the Money Pit for the children on Fair Day.

In September they welcomed Tracey Checkel to the Club. The third Wednesday of each month, except August, they go to the Assisted Living to play bingo with the residents. They take turns bringing lunch to share with them also. December 17 they held their Christmas pot-luck supper at the Golden Age Centre. The Executive for 2017 is president Anna Rodvang, vice-president - Pat Watson and secretary - Bubbles Bullick.

Dear Editor, I feel once again disgusted that these so called government people believe they can do whatever they want and stuff garbage down our throats. I received the so-called rebate to help out with this putrid carbon tax. It says they deposited $100 in my account. I don’t use direct deposit. I feel totally disgraced as it will cost every individual $3000 to $5000 per year extra with this ignorant tax grab.

It is not about just heating, transportation and hydro. Everything we buy is connected and it will go right down the line in prices rising, especially food. To think governments think we are so stupid that we can be humiliated like this. They stuffed the metric system, the GST, down our throats, and the list goes on, and it happened, so how did we let it.

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Mar 3-4 - Forestburg Curtain Call Community Theatre. “Don’t Dress for Dinner” See adv. in this paper for more info. Mar 3-4 - Castor Little Theatre, “Never Kiss a Naughty Nanny”, 6 pm. Dinner Theater. Don @ 403-323-0359. Mar 8-11 - Clive Mixed Bonspiel. 403-784-3377. Mar 10-11 - Forestburg Curtain Call Community Theatre. “Don’t Dress for Dinner” See adv. in this paper for more info.

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Jan 27 - Robbie Burns Nite, Edgerton Ag Hall. Happy hour. Silent auction starts 5:30 pm. Supper 6:30 pm. Louise 780-755-2189. Jan 27 - Ladies Night Out, Damsels of the Decades, Cocktails 6 pm, Supper 7 pm. Consort Sportex. Tickets Jenna 403-575-8018. Jan 28 - Big Game Scoring Social, 7 pm.Hanna Legion Hall. John @ 403-854-6437. Feb 1 - Forestburg Curtain Call Community Theatre. “Don’t Dress for Dinner” tickets on sale. See adv. in this paper for more info. Feb 1 - Alberta Verified Beef Production & Training. Hardgrass Hub, Pollockville, Ab. Contact Special Areas 403-54-1114, or CARA 403-664-3777. Feb 2 - Curling workshops featuring Heather Nedohin, Castor. See adv. in this paper for more info. Feb 2 - Grazing High Legume Pastures. Bashaw Community Hall. Sponsored by Battle River Research Group. 780-582-7308. Feb 3 - Coronation Royal Performing Arts presents Rodeo Riders, unsung heros of the wild west. Tickets: Linda @ 403-578-3838. Feb 3 - River Hills Chorus 20th Anniv. Celebration. 7:30 pm , Wainwright Communiplex. Tickets 780-842-3154. Feb 4 - K.A.C. Lions Charter night, Altario Hall, doors open @ 5:30, catered supper/hypnotist show. $50/person. Dan@403-552-2039. Feb 4 - Flagstaff Initiative to Relationship and Spousal Trauma Supper & Auction, Galahad Community Hall, doors open @ 5 pm. $30/ person. 780-385-3976. Feb 4 - Snowflake Social, 4-8 pm, Wainwright Communiplex. Info 780-842-2673. Feb 5 - Stettler Variety Showcase. Duo Milot & Bareil, 2 pm and 7:30 pm. Performing Arts Centre. www.stettlershowcase.com. Feb 7 - Young Farmers Forum, 3:30-9 pm, Hanna Legion Hall. $25(includes supper) $40 for both Young Farmer and Young Rancher forums.CARA 403-664-3777 Feb 8 - Young Farmers Forum, 3:30-9 pm, Cereal Hall. $25(includes supper) $40 for both Young Farmer and Young Rancher forums.CARA 403-664-3777 Feb 9 - ChurchMice Players present “Mary Poppins” Tickets: Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre, Box office 780-608-2922. Feb 9 - Battle River-Wainwright PC notice of delegate selection meeting, 7 pm Hardisty Community Hall. Feb 10 - Jimmy the Janitor, sponsored by Spondin Ag Society. See adv. on this page

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Stettler services continue to face budget deficits Linda Stillinger

ECA Review Reporter A Heartland Youth Center (HYC) delegation, including participating youth, presented their 2017 budget to Stettler town council at the Jan. 17 meeting, sharing examples of the impact the center has had on area youth. With 270 registered members ages 6 to 18, HYC is home to the Boys and Girls Club and Big Brothers Big Sisters programs, offering after school programs, activities, and mentorship to Stettler town and county kids. Adult volunteers include 53 involved with activities and 97 in fundraising, while 43 teen volunteers are involved as leaders, mentors and in service to the club and community. Recognizing the importance of the HYC to the community, the town of Stettler has contributed $40,000 to the center each year since Family and Community Support Services

(FCSS) funding was discontinued in 2013. With total revenue of $87,700 and projected fundraising of $127,700, the youth center still faces a 2017 budget deficit of $91,410. Committed to sustainable funding, town council accepted the 2017 Operating Budget as presented and unanimously approved a contribution of $40,000 to HYC. The Heartland Youth Center is jointly funded by the Town and County of Stettler.

Handibus Society

The Stettler and District Handibus Society also presented their 2017 Operating Budget at the meeting. Noting a decrease in passenger fares and an increase in wages and benefits, the society projects a deficit of $22,900 in their operating budget. Further discussions included the as yet unknown impact of the carbon tax and alternative funding suggestions. Stettler council accepted the

budget as presented and approved a $20,000 funding request.

New turf mower awarded

In the 2016 Capital budget, council approved $120,000 for the replacement of the John Deere 11 foot turf mower. Tenders from Cervus Equipment Ltd. for a John Deere at $74,150 and Oak Creek Golf and Turf for a Toro at $77,870 were received. Each tender included a twoyear warranty. Both bids came in under the approved budgeted price. After testing both machines, Stettler Parks and Leisure Services (PLS) staff came to the conclusion that the Toro had much better controls, a faster cutting speed, and was designed with easy access for service operations. PLS administration presented their conclusions to council, noting that the enhanced lifetime productivity gained with the Toro model would more justify the slightly

New Coronation businesses Cont’d from Pg 3 Coronation town council motioned unanimously to approve the dissolution of the Castor and District Housing Authority and the Town of Coronation Housing Authority for the purpose of forming a new Regional Housing Authority and that the terms of reference be determined in a cooperative manner between the four municipal partners. If success in developing this new authority is realized, then the government would be asked to dissolve the two ministerial orders presently in place and replace it with the one ministerial order for the region. This would only apply should the two bodies successfully amalgamate.

Development approvals

Coronation town council approved two development permit applications during their regular meeting on Mon. Jan. 16. Sonic Oilfield Service Ltd. plans are to establish an oilfield fluid hauling company and a KCL potassium chloride and water blending facility on the old site that was originally a millwright shop owned by Lyle Bridge at 4011 Victoria Ave. in the industrial area. The purpose is for mixing potash and water with two tanks for water and three for the mixed product. The second development permit application approved was for Trevor Hughes for establishing of a woodworking business and a residential suite in the old Acklands building at 4813 Victoria Ave. The existing offices will be renovated into a dwelling with the woodworking in the back of the building. Rindal Oilfield Services received council approval for a temporary use of a paving plant on his commercial property for the Hwy 12 paving project this year.

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Council approved the location of benches and garbage containers at the west access to the Coronation dam and suggested one at the boat launch but declined to have one placed at the bird sanctuary on the north side as that is left in it’s native landscape and would place an unnecessary burden on town staff for emptying the garbage.

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Democracy at its very best by Brenda P. Schimke I sat down to read an article, “Answers Wanted” by Sarah Pratt in the winter 2016 edition of the University of Alberta Alumni Magazine. In it was a quote from Maria Mayan, PhD, assistant director of the Community-University Partnership in the U of A’s Faculty of Extension, saying, “Imagine if someone sat above your desk watching you work and then wrote a report about your job without talking to you. It would be an incomplete picture.” She’s making the argument that a researcher can’t solve problems by holing up in their ivory towers and not work with the people who live the issues they’re trying to solve. Prime Minister Trudeau is on a cross-country tour and is getting tough questions from Canadians. Trudeau could have chosen to attend the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland instead. A meeting where the richest of the richest, multi-national corporations and rich-guy-funded foundations and charities gather with political leaders to get an economic update—almost solely from the perspective of the rich and famous. He went last year, which probably was a good idea for networking, but it is nothing more than a sanctioned propaganda meeting that supposedly passes the smell test for conflict of interest. Or, Trudeau could be hiding in his office and letting his PMO staff tweet and deflect the tough questions. He could be sneaking out the back door of the House of Commons and avoiding the press scrum. He could be reducing press conferences to infrequent nuisances with only a few questions from friendly journalists. While on the road, he could have held forums with invited guests only and friendly scripted questions. He could have ignored those ridings or provinces that are clearly unfriendly to a Liberal leader. He could be leading chants to shout down Liberal dissenters. Instead he’s on the road hearing from Canadians.

Best of all, it appears the Opposition parties have been respectful of the democratic process by not stacking the forums with dissenters and politically biased questions. Trudeau is taking the heat from ordinary citizens like you and me. And no, he can’t or won’t answer every question to the satisfaction of the questioner because he is responsible for over 32 million people, not just one. You do not need to agree with Prime Minister Trudeau’s policies or his religion, or his selfies, but surely it’s worth noting that this is democracy at its very best. Of course, in the age of socially acceptable boorish behaviour, it is understandable for leaders to avoid such interactions. At least Trudeau is not a boorish cheerleader. If might just be one person, or one story that impacts the Prime Minister and gives him a new insight into making a better decision for Canada as a whole. It might be that he hears an overwhelming dissatisfaction on some policy and might ask his staff to review the policy again. It might not make any difference in the short-term but impact future decisions. It might be a wakeup call that English-speaking Quebecers should have their questions respectfully answered in English rather than French. But be assured any politician who has the guts to face the electorate directly, make a faux pas or two, answer stupidly once in a while, is a very strong leader. These exchanges will strengthen the Prime Minister’s empathy and understanding because listening and hearing always has that effect. The value of Trudeau’s crosscountry tour is equivalent to what Mayan was getting at with her comments about working with the people who live the issues you are representing. In contrast, it does not take an ounce of toughness or manliness to hide behind a twitter feed.

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More NDP deception by Herman Schwenk Here we go again! The Alberta NDP Government is assuming that the citizens of this province are gullible. They think that we are too dumb to figure out what they are up to and in many cases they may be right. They have stated that about 60 per cent of Albertans have a low enough income that they will receive a rebate on the carbon tax that they have paid. On the face of it, this seems like a thoughtful and generous way to help people that are cash strapped. I would suggest that that is not the motivation for this so called rebate. In the first place, this is not a rebate. I always figured that a rebate was when you overpaid or were overcharged for something and then were paid back the money that you had overpaid. That is not what is happening in this situation. I know some of my neighbours have already had money deposited into their bank accounts. Other than maybe filling up their gas tanks, they haven’t paid any tax yet so how can that money be a rebate? It is ‘sucker-bate’ that’s what it is! It has been reported that many people that have left this province have also received payments into their bank accounts. That is a rebate for what? Good luck on the government getting much of that money back. I don’t think that many people receiving this windfall will be complaining and that is the deception in this issue. The idea that this carbon tax was intended to reduce carbon emissions is just a smoke screen. The tax would have to be 10 times as high to actually get people to buy less gas or turn down their thermostats. This prepaid rebate is designed to do two things, get you hooked on government handouts and redistribute wealth. When Rachel Notley became the premier of Alberta she hired the most biased and radical left-wing thinkers that were available, mostly from Ontario. The whole idea was to try and change the culture of how we think in Alberta. Changing the culture of how

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people think has always been an objective of socialist philosophy. Lining people’s pockets with carbon tax money is the ideal way to coerce the population into thinking what a caring and generous government we have here in Alberta! I think this culture thing goes a lot farther than training the population to be dependent on government. Socialists do not like capitalism. They like a system where people are dependent on government. Capitalists are free thinkers and this makes it difficult for governments to impose heavy-handed legislation on the population. The Alberta Climate Change Plan is not intended to change the climate. They have to know as well as we do that the climate will change one way or another and it will not change because of what people do.

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The plan is intended to change the way we live. I think there is a conspiracy between environmentalists, progressive politicians and the media to change the basic economic structure of this province. Notley is working as hard as she can to cast in stone her vision of legislation and policy that can’t be repealed by a subsequent government. Once large subsidized wind farms are constructed and efficient coal fired electric generators are decommissioned it will be very hard for another government to repeal these actions because there will likely be long term contracts associated with this type of infrastructure. Her deception could very well have Alberta in the same mess as Ontario in a short period of time. The fact that we will be on our way to be an economic basket case does not seem to be of concern.

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BR EEDERS’ SECTION Growth and cost-effectiveness

Cont’d from Pg 5 So what opportunities are available for individual beef producers to capitalize on terminal calf production while maintaining a cost-effective cow herd? Recently, Dickinson Research Extension Center researchers evaluated and pondered the results of this very question. For ease of discussion and simplicity, the larger cattle had a 10 percent advantage when a cattle system is evaluated based on calves as the unit of production, but when based on acres as the unit of production, smaller cattle had a 10 percent advantage in total herd revenue. These percentages are going to vary depending on the various aspects of individual cattle operations, but the conclusion certainly notes the opportunity for producers to try to capture both sides of the question: growth and cost-effective maternal production. So what should a producer do? Begin by selecting sires within the

current breed of use that would meet the desired criteria. The challenge is finding a pool of sires that excel in maternal and terminal production. In fact, one could say they are relatively unavailable. Growth and carcass traits co-exist. Growth and milk co-exist. Growth and controlled birth weight co-exist. But the challenge of growth and the combination of the right replacement traits is more difficult. The solution may be reaching out to other breeds or lines within a breed. Either way, one big stumbling block always appears; that is, the need for different bulls means more pastures and more fences. (More on that at a later date.) For now, remember these so-called crossbred calves can excel in growth. Turn to Advantages, Pg 8

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BREEDERS’

Advantages are real Cont’d from Pg 7 They are vigorous from birth throughout life. They withstand the stresses of the environment better and are just all-around better calves. The crossing of cattle breeds or selected lines of cattle opened a new dimension in the daily grind of raising cattle. Producers loved the freshness of vigor, thus a new term - hybrid vigor or heterosis - was developed.

That technically referred to the measureable and nonmeasurable advantage in the calf, which was greater than the average of what one would expect based on the average measureable performance of each parent breed. For producers, this was a gift from Mother Nature. Thus, this was the beginning of crossbreeding in commercial cattle production. Commercial production systems soon were developed to explore and document the advantages of

crossbreeding, and more refined breeding systems were established. Rotational and terminal crossbreeding systems were put on paper and made the educational sessions of the time. The classic, the black baldy, was produced and named. The Hereford and Angus-crossed calf excelled, and when the females were kept as replacements, these crossbred cows had improved fertility and successful pregnancies. This was good. But for many people, being good is never good enough. If the traditional English-bred cattle would respond to crossbreeding, why not search the world and bring in more breeds? Producers did, and brought in new breeds that were distinctly different from the traditional breeds. Another classic was created: The black baldy cows were bred to imported Charolais cattle, and calf growth simply mushroomed. These socalled “terminal” calves excelled in red meat production and feedlot performance. These classic Hereford-Angus crossbreeding programs were well-documented and the advantages are real. Perhaps Mother Nature’s gift should be opened again. And just maybe some fence could be added to the list. May you find all your ear tags.

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BREEDERS’ EDGERTON SCHOOL STORIES

Students used pencils until ink thawed by Wes Laporte The settlement of the prairies was an ambitious process and the struggle to form and maintain school districts in rural areas was no exception. Most saw the creation of schools as a necessity and as central to civilization and progress, but there was opposition. Fires were also a frequent adversary and there was the constant threat of illness and tragedy. However, despite the obstacles and the setbacks, grit and stubbornness persevered and the Edgerton area was home to many rural school districts. We’ve seen in earlier Edgerton school stories that the small schoolhouses and country tales could be fun and humourous, but its important to remember that times were also tough and that the men and women involved were passionate believers in the project and in the worthiness of their new home. As with most things, money was a concern from the start. In 1911 the single men, not wanting to pay a new tax, opposed the creation of the Aspen School district. However, they were eventually swayed by the promised growth of their district and the possibility of eligible women coming to their area. This school tax was also fiercely

resisted by members of the Battle Valley district, whose refusal to pay nearly led to the closure of the school in 1914. A shortage of students and, again, insufficient tax income, resulted in the school moving south in 1948. Despite these issues, Battle Valley School District No. 2184 welcomed students through its doors for 46 years, a testament to perseverance. Minutes from the hiring of Saddle Hill School’s first teacher, a Miss Borden, sum up the financial struggle and insecurity faced by so many early schools. In discussing Miss Borden’s salary, the minutes read: “$67 per month for eight months more or less as long as the money holds out.” Once again, the school and the rural residents were just stubborn enough to make things work and Saddle Hill district survived until 1952. While money has always been an issue, the physical structure of the schools was occasionally problematic. Browning School remembers the cold and records that students worked in pencil until noon, when their ink had thawed. The schools had to be heated, but this led to disaster itself. Turn to Determined, Pg 10

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BREEDERS’ Determined to make a home Cont’d from Pg 9 The same Browning School was destroyed by fire two years after it was constructed. Originally built in 1912, the Empire schoolhouse burned in 1951, along with the original district records. Similarly, the “old” Ribstone School was consumed in 1937. Losing the schoolhouse to fire would have been a massive blow, but all three school districts rebuilt their schoolhouses the same year as their fire. Sickness could also threaten a school district. Giles School, No. 2494, tells us of a young family that lived close to the schoolhouse. The children would often go home for lunch and one day their mother had prepared a stew of wild mushrooms. Shortly after returning to school Patrinka, the youngest child, was unwell and fell out of her desk. Patrinka’s father was notified and was soon rushing his daughter to the doctor in Wainwright at full speed. A bumpy road and a fast horse made the young girl queasy and Patrinka ‘lost her lunch,’ saving her life. The students at Browning School were often treated to picnics at nearby Arm Lake. On one occasion two of the older boys, Will and Alfred, arrived early and caught enough fish for everyone to have a feast. Everyone was soon ill with dysentery, except for the fishermen themselves “and the reason still remains a mystery.”

These anecdotes and stories show that the rural schools faced many issues but managed to cling on and struggle onwards. However, attendance would drop until the districts were eventually closed and the students bussed to the Edgerton School in the early 1950s. The Browning School entry in Edgerton’s local history book, Winds of Change, describes how the schools were used for education, but also hosted dances, socials, picnics, Sunday school, and embarkation parties. They were “the nucleus of the community and all our social functions were held there. Those days are gone, the schoolyard is empty, but the memories are ours to cherish.” Through all the humour and all the setbacks, the story of Edgerton’s rural school districts is one of struggle and of perseverance. The settlers were determined to make a home for their families and to create a community. An entry in Winds of Change, written many years ago, sums up this spirit: “The original Giles School still stands as a tribute to those hardy pioneers who built our districts and to those teachers having done such a marvelous job in a one-room rural school.” The Village of Edgerton is proud of our history.

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WWW.CAMDENCATTLE.CA WWW.CAMDENCATTLE.CA LLOYD & SANDRA JORGENSON & SANDRA JORGENSON HOME:LLOYD 403.664.2436 • LLOYD: 403.664.0382 • KRESTEN: 403.663.9649 HOME: 403.664.2436 • LLOYD: 403.664.0382 • KRESTEN: 403.663.9649 Welcome to our 4th Annual Bull and Heifer Sale. First we’d like to thank all the people that have made to our 4th Annual and BullMud and Heifer Sale.bull First we’partners, d like to and thank people have made the pastWelcome sales a success. Desertland Butte, our sale allall thethe people at that Dryland past salessale a success. our bull sale partners, and all people at have Dryland Tradingthe that make day runDesertland smoothly. and MostMud of allButte, we’d like to thank so very much thethe people that supported, bid, Trading sale dayfrom run our smoothly. Most ofthe all animals we’d likehave to thank very much people that havewith supported, and bought the that bullsmake and heifers program. All beenso Ivomeced andthe double vaccinated FP5 bid, and bought theThe bulls and heifers from vaccinated our program. All haveprior beento Ivomeced vaccinated with FP5 one shot and 7-Way. bulls will be double with a the footanimals rot vaccine the sale. and The double bulls have been limit onestarch shot pellet and 7-Way. The bulls willmixed be double vaccinated foothad rot free vaccine prior themineral sale. Thetubs. Again bulls have this been limit fed a low from Masterfeeds with silage. Theywith haveaalso choice haytoand fedoffering a low starch pellet fromofMasterfeeds mixedhairy withand silage. They haveanimals. also had The freebulls choice hay from and mineral tubs. Again year our is a good group very quiet, stout, good-footed range power bulls that this year our offering is a good group of very quiet, stout, and good-footed animals. The range bulls that will add growth and performance to calving ease bulls thathairy add style, milk and consistency. Thebulls heifers onfrom offerpower are very willin add growth performance ease bulls that style, milk consistency. on heifers offer are very consistent quality andand type and are the to topcalving end. We welcome andadd encourage youand to come and viewThe theheifers bulls and in quality and type19th, and are top end. We welcome and encourage you to come and view the bulls and heifers anytimeconsistent at the farm prior to March or atthe Veteran Sunday March 20th. anytime at the farm prior to March 19th, or at Veteran Sunday March 20th. • Kresten, Ashley and Sydney Jorgenson - Lloyd and Sandra Jorgenson - Lloyd and Sandra Jorgenson • Kresten, Ashley and Sydney Jorgenson

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easy at calving. He carrie His mother is one of our Inset: Dam

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X-T RED TURBO 85A85A X-T RED TURBO

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BUTE CRIMINAL 59C BUTE CRIMINAL 59C

POLLED LW 85A PG796173 14 April 2013 POLLED BUTE 59C PG1164598 8 February 2015 POLLED LW 85A PG796173 14 April 2013 TNT ROCKY H32 TNT PG1164598 TANKER U263 POLLED BUTE 59C 8 February 2015 TNT SURVIVOR K220 TNT ROCKY H32 TNT MISS MONTANA F135 DOUBLE BAR D TRUE GRIT TNTTURBO SURVIVOR WHEATLAND LADY 822U TWIN-CHIEF 41T K220 TNT MISS MONTANA F135WHS HANNAH AUTOR CG HOMEBUILDER 803H TNT TANKER U263 TWIN-CHIEF TURBO 41T TEDDY LADY 72U 822U TWIN-CHIEF NAKINE 104N DOUBLE BAR D3Y TRUE GRIT SPRINGCREEK CG HOMEBUILDER 803H JAVA 104J WHEATLAND DOUBLE BAR D PARK TWIN-CHIEF NAKINE 104N TWIN-CHIEF DOUBLE BAR D PARK 8U WHS HANNAH AUTOR TWIN-CHIEF JAVAH122 104J TNT FORTUNE BUILDER SPRINGCREEK TEDDY 72U TNT FORTUNE BUILDER P247 COTT-GFI FULLBACK 0038N DOUBLE BAR D PARK 3Y TNT FORTUNE BUILDER H122 PEACHES J107 ERIXON LAD 88U DOUBLE BAR D PARK 8U TNT FORTUNE X-T MISS MATERNAL 43SBUILDER P247 TNT MISS BAR 15 MISS IBK 3M MISS PEACHES J107 BUTE 27X LCHMNTNT BODYBUILDER 7303F COTT-GFI FULLBACK 0038N MISS MATERNAL55N 43S X-TX-T MISS BODYBUILDER ERIXON LAD 88U CNS DREAM ONMISS L186IBK 3M LCHMN TAILORBODYBUILDER MADE 515E 7303F BUTE MS BAR 15 X-T MISS BODYBUILDER 55N MV MISS BUTE47U 27X TRI-ADD MANDY 10SON L186 MV MISS TAILOR MADE 515E CNS DREAM BW AdjWT AdjYW CE BWT WWT YWT MCE MWW MILK BUTE MS 47U 90

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8.5 2.8 72.7 WWT 103.8 YWT 8.8 90 2.6 5.2 72.2 107.5 12.1 54.1 75 18.0 BW AdjWT AdjYW CE BWT TURBO was a really stout bull we chose from the Southwest Showcase Bull - black -blaze faced 8.5 bull2.8 72.7 103.8 • RealBull eye75catching really stout chose Southwestand Showcase Sale. HeTURBO had longwas darkahair, good bigbull feet,we very quietfrom quietthe disposition, huge dark hair, big feet, very quiet quiet disposition, huge •and Well muscled and big topped • Real eye catching black blaze faced bull testiclesSale. He (44 cm had at 11long months). Wegood had the misfortune of losing him midway (44 cmseason at 11 months). Wewill hadbethe misfortune of losing • Well muscled and big topped throughtesticles the breeding one. So this your only chance to buyhim onemidway through the breeding season one. So this will be your only chance to buy one Sireof his sons. of his sons.

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CCCO TURBO CHARGED 22C 22C CCCO CHARGED POLLED CCCO 22C TURBO PG1164402 3 February 2015

BUTE CRUSADER 33C BUTE CRUSADER 33C

POLLED CCCO 22C TWIN-CHIEF TURBO 41T TWIN-CHIEF X-T RED TURBO 85A TURBO 41T RED TURBO 85A X-TX-T MISS MATERNAL 43S X-T MISS MATERNAL 43S SKORS MR 60L SKORS17N MR 60L MISS CAMDEN MISS CAMDEN CAMDEN MISS 51L 17N CAMDEN MISS 51L

POLLED BUTE 33C PG1164594 19 January 2015 TNTPG1164402 SURVIVOR K220 3 February 2015 TNT SURVIVOR K220 TCF/RCC TEMPTATION GJ640 TWIN-CHIEF NAKINE 104N POLLED BUTE 33C PG1164594 19 January 2015 TWIN-CHIEF NAKINE TNT FORTUNE BUILDER P247 104N SHS ENTICER P1B ROCKY HILLS JO TEMPTATION GJ640 TCF/RCC BJL MR ENTICER 2Z TNT FORTUNE BUILDER P247 X-T MISS BODYBUILDER 55N RED BARON HR HILLS P101 JO SHS ENTICER P1B ROCKY MISS BODYBUILDER 55N BJL 19W CIRCLEX-T S LEACHMAN 600U SHAWACRES 8T BJL MR ENTICER 2Z RED BARON HR P101 CIRCLE 28G S LEACHMAN 600U LFE KATARINA BUTE MR RED DASH 8T 2K BJLNASH 19W 5N BUTE MR SHAWACRES LFE 23J KATARINA 28G NUG CRUZ BFPS HANNAH 19H BUTE MS 51U BUTE MR RED DASH 2K NUG CRUZ BUTE MR NASH 5N MISS ACTION 201H 23J HOOK’SBFPS RED HANNAH QUORUM 19H 55H BUTE MS 4S MISS ACTION 201H BUTE MS 51U BUTE MSHOOK’S PRINCESS 29P BW AdjWT AdjYW CE BWT WWT YWT MCE MWW MILK RED QUORUM 55H BUTE MS 4S BW AdjWT CE BWT MCE 82 715 1213 AdjYW 4.7 4.7 69.2 WWT 101.0 YWT 8.8 57.4 MWW 22.7 BWMILK AdjWT AdjYW CE BWT WWT YWTBUTE MCE MWW 29P MILK MS PRINCESS 82 715 1213 4.7 4.7 69.2 101.0 8.8 57.4 22.7 5.7 2.7 64.3 WWT 96.5 9.8 51.6 MWW 19.4 Moderate-framed, stout, very complete and from a cow that always raises an95 BW AdjWT AdjYW CE BWT YWT MCE MILK Moderate-framed, stout, very complete and from a cow that always•raises an95 dark - red hair- coat 5.7 2.7 64.3 96.5 9.8 51.6 19.4 excellent calf. Real good,

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excellent calf.

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• Calm •disposition Real good, dark red hair coat • Backed by a strong cow family • Calm disposition • Backed by a strong cow family

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BUTE 43C BUTE 43C

POLLED BUTE 43C PG1164592 28 January 2015 TCF/RCC TEMPTATION GJ640 POLLED BUTE 43C PG1164592 28 January 2015 SHS ENTICER P1B ROCKY HILLS JO TEMPTATION GJ640 TCF/RCC BJL MR ENTICER 2Z RED BARON HR HILLS P101 JO SHS ENTICER P1B ROCKY BJL 19W SHAWACRES 8T BJL MR ENTICER 2Z RED BARON HR P101 REMINGTON RED LABEL BJL 19W REMINGTON GENERALLEE 106T SHAWACRES 8T HR DRAKE SOFT TOUCH RED 15M LABEL HR BUTE SASHA 57Z REMINGTON REMINGTON GENERALLEE 106T TRIPLE C ULTIMATE TRIPLE C SASHA DRAKE SOFTFORCE TOUCH 15M BUTE SASHAU124 57Z TLSR SASHA TRIPLE C ULTIMATE FORCE TRIPLE C SASHA U124 BW AdjWT AdjYW CE 80 6.7 BW AdjWT AdjYW

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Here’ a bull that carries a lotco Here’s a bull that carries a lot of meat. Hiss mother is a structurally French cow with a great udde French cow with a great udder.

BWT 2.9 CE

WWT YWTTLSRMCE SASHAMWW MILK 71.7 WWT 103.0 YWT 8.9 55.7 MWW 19.8 BWT MCE 55.7

80 - blaze face 6.7 2.9 71.7 103.0 8.9 • Easy calving red • 80lb BW • Easy calving red blaze face • Out of• a80lb good-milking, small-framed General Lee daughter BW • Out of a good-milking, small-framed General Lee daughter

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BREEDERS’ Communities receive over $500,000 in Canada’s 150 grants The communities of Stettler, Consort, Killam, Heisler and Coronation will receive a total of $549,705 through the Government of Canada’s Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program to help communities modernize local recreation facilities and community infrastructure. Coronation Memorial Arena Board will receive $32,117 for enhancing the skating rink, Heisler Ag Society received $36,500 to convert the skating arena into a multi-use facility; Stettler Curling Club received $38,421 to renovate the curling arena, Town of Killam received $67,667 to upgrade their arena and the Village of Consort received

$375,000 to upgrade the ice plant at the Sportsplex. The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is part of ‘Canada 150 Celebrates’, the Government of Canada’s celebration of our country’s 150th anniversary of Confederation. Budget 2016 provided an additional $150 million over two years to Canada’s Regional Development Agencies to deliver further community funding across the country, starting in 2016-17, with Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) being responsible for administering the program in Western Canada.

Celebrating 100 years Cont’d from Pg 10 This August we will be celebrating 100 years, looking back to the early years and recognizing the story of the men and women that fought to make Edgerton what it is. Edgerton’s Homecoming takes place August 11, 12, 13. We look forward to seeing many old faces and to making new friends.

Come, help us celebrate and let us show you what we mean when we say “Edgerton: Always Home.” For more information, please go to: www.edgerton.ca/Our-100th-Anniversary or give the Village Office a call at 780-755-3933. ** Source: Edgerton History Book, Winds of Change

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More the rule, than the exception

Dear Editor, I would like to share with you some facts regarding my attempt to have council address my concern regarding the Morrin Chief Administrator Officer, CAO providing childcare in the Morrin Village office during regular business hours. It is my contention that this practice is, among other things, using ratepayer facilities, equipment and personnel for personal use. At the April 20, 2016 regular meeting of the Morrin Village council I presented a number of ratepayer concerns including the childcare concern (the other concerns will be addressed in a second submission to the Village lawyer). Council did not respond to this concern at that time but stated they would get back to me at the May 19, 2016 rescheduled regular meeting. I was given a place in the May 19 meeting and when I asked council about my concern I was told it was in legal hands and they would not be responding. In due course I received a letter from the Village lawyer, dated June 15, 2016, highlighting the points in my ratepayer concerns submission from the April 20, 2016 meeting and stating I was to ‘cease and desist’ any further discussion of those matters other than through legal channels to council. July 8, 2016 I prepared a response and submitted, as

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these facts with anyone who would like to be made aware of them”. To date Village council has made no effort to respond. The ‘offhand’ statement (“the CAO’s grandson is registered in Day Care”) by Mayor Lacher after adjournment of the July 20, 2016 meeting, in my view, could be considered a breach of trust as reference to a subject that was in “legal hands” was broached in public.

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BREEDERS’ This statement indicates to me that the CAO was still under the impression that the issue was not out of legal purview until her December 29 statement to the contrary. In October I met with my lawyer and determined my childcare concern could not be considered a legal issue as it was not highlighted in the

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Told the matter was resolved Cont’d from Pg 12 As Mayor Lacher had referenced the day care matter in public, I felt that I no longer should be bound by the ‘cease and desist’ request. Therefore, on July 28, 2016, I contacted the CAO for a meeting with council and was informed this topic was, “as I well knew, in the hands of legal counsel”.

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‘cease and desist’ request. On Dec. 29 I contacted the CAO and requested a meeting with council on Jan. 18, 2017, explaining the meeting with my lawyer and the resultant determination. After some email exchanges the CAO told me “the matter was resolved, as I well knew, at the July 20, 2016 meeting”. Turn to Felt, Pg 19

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Cont’d from Pg 4 He also promised to cancel Bill C-51, but that The chances of a liberal or a socialist (NDP) get- legislation is still on the books. ting elected in rural areas are slim and none. Trudeau, like Harper, promised to be transWhy? Rural folks have been told, since Moses was parent, but so far he hasn’t shown much a child, that liberals and socialists love to spend/ transparency. So much for promises, eh? waste taxpayers’ money while fiscally prudent Since the average person doesn’t bother to conservatives never, ever misspend/waste verify statements made by politicians, most politimoney. cians will continue to use propaganda and Hmm? Whatever happened to the Heritage misinformation to “hoodwink” the voters. Trust Fund that Premier Peter Lougheed George Thatcher established? Trochu, Ab. What about the PCs buying their own airplanes with our money? Join us in celebrating the 62nd Annual What about Premier Alison Redford using our money to build a private condo on top of a building in Edmonton? How about the Harper government at the Dryland Cattle Trading Corp, Veteran spending untold millions on the F-35 fighter program which became costlier every year? How about Harper’s minister of defense, Peter McKay, using Canadian military helicopters to fly him to fishing resorts? The arguments that most politicians use deflect criticism on their policies or actions are that the other political party/parties do the same things. Obviously, two wrongs make a right, eh? Justin Trudeau criticized the conserTop Two Year Old Horned & Polled Bulls from vatives for wasting tax dollars on a 10 Reputation Herds on Offer. “lemon” (F-35), and he promised to A tradition of supplying great rancher bulls cancel the deal, but he hasn’t. He also to the East Country! promised to have an open competition Parade of Bulls 11:00 am • Sale at 1:30 pm for the next generation of fighter planes, but that hasn’t happened either. Sponsored by the East Central Hereford Club He also promised to cancel a $15 bilCall 403-664-0191 or email diamondt@netago.ca for more info lion military deal with the Saudis that Bid on-line at www.drylandcattle.com the Harper regime made, but didn’t.

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Auctions

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UNRESERVED Auction: Truck, trike, tools, government surplus, pressure washers, furniture, more. 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 28. Scribner Auction, 121 - 15 Ave., (Hwy 14) Wainwright, Alberta. 780-842-5666/ www. scribnernet.com.

Health

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Clubhouse Manager

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The position is from April 24, 2017 to October 13, 2017. This is a fulltime, salaried position. Applicants must be self-motivated, have experience with food and beverage services and management of staff. Food Safe & AGLC Proserve training certificates required. To request a position description or to send a resume with cover letter please email edgertongolfclub@gmail.com Applications close February 6, 2017 us version out online www.ECAreview.com 3”check wide

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Utility Man I (Temporary – 4 month duration) ATCO Battle River Generating Station, Near Forestburg, Alberta ATCO is a developer, project manager, owner and operator of independent power projects worldwide including the United Kingdom and Canada. ATCO is one of Canada’s premier corporations. 17014AA0 Applicants in the Forestburg, Stettler, Camrose and surrounding areas are invited to apply online at:

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Want your career to have a meaningful impact on people’s lives? To know your ideas and initiatives are helping transform communities and build futures? The Government of Alberta offers you an opportunity to play an active role in shaping our province—making it an even better place to live and work. Discover how working for the Government of Alberta can work for you.

Maintenance Contract Inspector

Alberta Transportation, Drumheller. Are you looking for meaningful highway operations work that offers technical variety plus the opportunity to spend time in the field? Want to help us keep Alberta’s highways safe? Then consider joining the Hanna District Operations team in the Drumheller office as a Maintenance Contract Inspector. In this role, your primary responsibility will be overseeing the summer and winter highway maintenance programs for your contract area, ensuring the safety and convenience of the motoring public. Job ID #1040139 Visit jobs.alberta.ca to learn more about this opportunity, to apply online or to find out more information about the Government of Alberta.

Employment Opportunity

Town of Hardisty – Municipal Office Position Open Competition #2017-001 (Closing Date: January 31st, 2017) Job Description: Marketing & Administrative Assistant

SUMMARY: The Marketing & Administrative Assistant under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, will develop, implement and co-ordinate effective secretarial, clerical, and administrative procedures in the area of website and social media maintenance, graphic design for marketing media with clear and concise delivery of information to various stakeholders, partners and residents. Day to day communications relating to answering telephone enquiries and directing phone calls to the right department for attendance and entering of municipal payments. EDUCATION: Completion of grade 12, post-secondary schooling or work experience equivalency in: Business Administration/Secretarial/Graphic Design. EXPERIENCE: 1 year related experience in local government or private sector administrative services. PREFERRED SKILLS: Strong analysis skills, accuracy, understanding of policy and procedure, computer skills in both Microsoft Office and publishing software. Effective communication in a team related environment. This includes a strong background in software programs relating to the production of marketing materials: posters, newsletters, picture formatting, website development, social media, grammar and business writing essentials for public use. If you see yourself in this role the Town of Hardisty would welcome your application for the hiring of this job competition. We are looking for individuals who can deal with change and embrace diversity in their job. A complete job description can be found on our website at: www.hardisty.ca/document/library Please send your resume/application to: Town of Hardisty Attn: Sandy Otto – CAO / Job Competition #2017-001 PO Box 10, Hardisty, AB T0B 1V0 e-mail: sandy@hardisty.ca

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Additionally, it was recorded in the July 28, 2016 publication of the ECA Review newspaper and, as well, referring to her grandson, “he goes to school during the day and in daycare on days off”. Firstly, I do not feel that the ‘off hand’ statement by Mayor Lacher in public July 20 constitutes, by any standard, resolution of an issue by two parties. Council had no problem discussing this matter with a newspaper reporter following the meeting, while leaving me out of the conversation. I had attended the meeting but was not involved in or aware of the discussion following the meeting. I had left after adjournment and hearing the Mayor’s statement. Until Dec. 29 I was unaware that my concern, in the CAO’s view, had been resolved. Secondly, the grandson continued to be in the

Village office on school days and days off. Consequently, I still felt I was entitled to an explanation from council as to why the CAO is allowed to care for her grandchild in the Village office during regular business hours, as the practice was still going on. Jan. 13, 2017, I contacted CAO Plachner to request a meeting with council at the regular meeting, Jan. 18, 2017 to discuss her childcare during regular business hours. CAO Plachner’s response (now number three) was “your request is denied as this is not a valid issue. This is a public building and my grandson, by law, is allowed here in the office after school for half an hour to visit me. Check with your attorney”. To this I replied: “That is great to hear! I will publish your statement in the local papers and encourage other parents with children to have them come down and visit you after school

for half an hour”. CAO replied: (I would submit, no sense of humour!): “I would like to bring to your attention that stalking is a criminal offense. I know you were stalking the Village office, myself and my grandson from the United Church window for several days. I have logged the days and times and have pictures of you entering and leaving the church and have therefore, for the safety of my grandson and myself have contacted the RCMP”. As an aside, as a member of the Morrin United Church, I do maintenance on a volunteer basis and, as I am retired, have no set schedule when I attend to my duties. In conclusion, I submit I am not an unreasonable person and appreciate, from time to time, due to unforeseen circumstances, that employees may have to care for family members in the workplace. My concern is that this situation is ‘more the rule

than the exception’. Additionally, I am concerned and disappointed that council has chosen to use legal and evasive means rather than being open, respectful and transparent with me in dealing with this matter. Respectfully submitted, Howard Helton Morrin, Ab.

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Community newspaper readers like to read print editions for advertising. In a recent Canadian Heritage study, two thirds (67%) of printed community newspaper readers chose “Flyers/Inserts or Advertising in Paper” as their primary reasons for reading.

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NEW KITCHEN! Vaylene Fuller

A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan with a major in Animal Science, Vaylene has been working at Hanna Building Supplies since July 2010. She handles many different aspects of the store including sales, paint, kitchen design, and building quotes. Vaylene also has her Production Animal Medicine License. Growing up in Chinook,AB she should be a familiar face for some of you, Vaylene and her husband reside in Hanna and are expecting their first child.

Bashaw Drugs Part-time Pharmacy Clerk

Bashaw Drugs is looking for the newest member of our small town’s pharmacy team.

We are seeking a part-time pharmacy clerk who is a team player excellent customer service skills. Working alongside pharmacy assistants and pharmacists you would be responsible for answering phones, helping customers, maintaining inventory control and maintaining a clean and organized environment. Interested in joining team? Please send us your resume and a cover letter explaining: - Why you would be an asset at Bashaw Drugs - The hours you are available to work - Your expected rate of pay Forward your information to tedco@persona.ca County of Paintearth No. 18 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVED Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved: DP1701 Robert Vigen SW14-35-12-W4 Single Family Residence & Attached Garage With Variance to Front Yard Setback Any person claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal by giving Notice in writing to the Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, County of Paintearth No. 18, Box 509 Castor, AB T0C 0X0 not later than 4:30 p.m., February 10. The Notice must contain the reason for the appeal and pursuant to Bylaw No. 580-09 Include the $200.00 fee. Dated: January 26, 2017

Todd Pawsey, Development Officer

Land For Tender

Ducks Unlimited Canada is offering 8 quarters of land (with a Conservation Easement attached) for sale by tender in Special Area #2: E1/2 25-33-16-W4, NW 30-33-15-W4, NE & S1/2 31-33-15-W4, NE 19-33-15-W4, and NW 20-33-15-W4 For a full Tendering Package with all necessary forms and information including the Conservation Easement Agreement, call Don MacDonald, RE/MAX real estate central alberta at 403-888-7775 or email him: AlbertaFarmSales@gmail.com

All offers must be sealed and will not be opened until Tender closes. The Tender will close at 12:00 noon on February 1, 2017 at which time representatives of Ducks Unlimited Canada and RE/MAX real estate central alberta will open the offers. Tenders can be mailed or delivered to: RE/MAX real estate central alberta 4440-49th Ave Red Deer, AB T4N 3W6 Highest or any tenders not necessarily accepted.

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