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It’s amazing to see how much laughter can come from one small, blue pill and the idea that men could go through menopausal symptoms. The adult play ‘Sex Please, We’re Sixty’ being put on by Forestburg’s Curtain Call Community Theatre takes place at a bed and breakfast owned by the prim and proper Mrs. Stancliffe, played by Margaret Lumley. Her next door neighbour Bud ‘the stud’, played by Ray Wetmore comes in every day to check the register to see if his “chicks” have made a reservation. Bud believes that the main reason the women come to the bed and breakfast is to “romance” with him and carries a bottle of blue viagra pills with him as part of his “supplies”. Her other neighbour, mild-mannered Henry Mitchell, played by Neil Lunty, has been asking for Stancliffe’s hand in marriage for 20 years. A retired chemist, he has developed a blue pill called “Venusia,” after Venus, the goddess of love in hopes that it will help peek Stancliffe’s interest in him. The pill is meant to increase the libido of menopausal women although it has not been tested. Three older women come to stay at the bed and breakfast. Victoria Ambrose, played by Nanacy Ambler is a romance novelist whose personal life seems to be lacking in romance; Hillary Hudson, played by Nan Stenson, a friend of Henry’s who has secretly agreed to test the Venusia and Charmaine Beauregard, a “Southern Belle” whose libido does not need to be increased! The women find out that Bud is romancing all three of them and so decide to get back at Bud by changing his Viagra pills for the Venusia pills and the fun Turn to Strange, Pg 4 begins.
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Review Reporter CAO Neill told council at their regular meeting on Mar. 10 that they are down to the last 25 per cent of water metres that need to be changed out. These last metres are owned by people who have had ample opportunity to comply with the changing of metres and said that they are getting to the point that if these people are not willing to allow the town to change out the metres than the town will turn off the water.
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RCMP Sgt. Landreville told Hanna town council that impaired drivers were up slightly to 19. He asked council if there were goals that they wanted to suggest to the RCMP to focus on or if council knew of anything that the public had brought forward. Coun. Campion suggested more of a presence in the school zones as people speed through them and Coun. Watts suggested a presence at the high school would be beneficial as the students coming out of the high school appear to speed out of the parking lot. Sgt. Landreville told council that the RCMP will be continuing with their scam presentations to assist the public in being more aware of the various scams that are present in the community and how best to deal with them.
Fitness centre
A motion was made to take over the day-to-day responsibilities of the town’s fitness centre. Mark Faas, president of the Hanna Fitness Centre Association (HFCA), Chris Maynes, treasurer and Crystal Quashnick, board member, spoke to council asking if the town would assume the day-to-day responsibilities, primarily in the areas of cleaning, maintenance and orientations at their location in Centennial Place. HFCA was established in 2011 as a nonprofit entity and consists of volunteers. The daily management and maintenance of the centre has become more difficult for the association and so was there to ask for assistance from the town. Faas explained that the HFCA Board still wishes to play a role in the operation of the fitness centre, being primarily responsible for the management, monitoring and replacement of the equipment. The HFCA will remain a registered notfor-profit organization thus keeping the opportunity to apply and receive grant funding that is not available to the town. The fitness centre has approximately 50 members. CAO Kim Neill clarified that under the new agreement the town will take all revenue from memberships with the new agreement as currently they only get 35 per cent giving the town a net revenue from the centre of $17,800. Under the new agreement the town will lose the lease payment and they will have more miscellaneous expenses and will also assume liability for the operation of the centre. A motion was passed to give an honorarium to the HFCA of $2,500 to assist with costs like the society registration costs, director liability expenses and to recognize the contribution of the board in managing the equipment. The town will also place in reserve $6000 for replacement of fitness equipment.
On Saturday, March 21st Vote Jack Hayden for Drumheller – Stettler PC Nominee As a small, rural community, we need a strong voice at the provincial level to represent us. In the past Jack has proven to be that effective representative in all areas from health care to education and seniors care to rural sustainability. As his campaign manager, I believe Jack is someone that cares for our area, has the respect of his peers and can be that voice at the table. – Mark Nikota March 10, 2015 Dear Drumheller-Stettler Constituents, I am proud to endorse my friend and former MLA caucus colleague Jack Hayden in his bid to become the Progressive Conservative candidate for the constituency of Drumheller-Stettler. Jack has been a leader in his community for many years having served as a Councillor, Reeve and School Board Chairman for the County of Stettler. He has also acted as President of the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties and sat on the Board of Directors of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. I had the pleasure of working with him in the Alberta Legislature in his various roles including MLA, Minister of Infrastructure, Minister of Agriculture and Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation. In these roles, he has proven to be a very experienced, capable and valued contributor to his community and the province as a whole. His ability to listen and successfully act as a voice for those he represents is a testament to his passion for public service. Please join me in supporting Jack Hayden. Sincerely,
Robin Campbell MLA, West Yellowhead Minister of Finance and President of the Treasury Board
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Earthquakes, explosions and leaking wells The first seismic earthquake attributed to the injection program in the United States was in 1978 in Oklahoma. “Today Oklahoma has a major problem,” said Nikiforuk, “it’s been fracked to hell and is now more seismically active than California.” Residents in Ohio, Texas and Colorado, other states with a history of extensive fracking, are also lining up to buy earthquake insurance. “There is no science backing up where the fracks are going, or where the methane gas fluids will eventually end up,” said Nikiforuk.
An article in the Oil Field Review in 2005 also stated--“predicting hydraulic ECA Review fracture behavior is difficult.” Traditional drilling has also come back The industry says that hydro-fracking is to haunt Alberta’s drinking water quality. ‘safe and proven’, but Andrew Nikiforuk, Previously cemented wells are starting to author and guest speaker at the Alberta leak. Surface Rights Federation annual meeting Using bubble gum as an example, in Camrose on Mar. 6 argues its proven Nikiforuk explained as bubble gum gets technology, but it’s not safe technology. old, it dries out and becomes brittle. “We know that if we frack a formation Cement does the same things. long enough and hard enough, we will get Evidence now shows that many old some hydrocarbon out, but we don’t know wells are leaking and previously conwhere the fracks are going,” said tained hydrocarbon gases, native saline Nikiforuk. fluids and fracturing chemicals are on the Nikiforuk argues that what hapmove. pens underground is dramatic and The question of the future quality of that governments, geologists, and our drinking water is unclear, but industry don’t understand or don’t everything we put under ground will want to admit to the public that there migrate upwards over time. are consequences of messing around What magnifies the problem furwith the earth’s sub-surface. ther is that a large number of Fracking is cracking rock or the pre-existing well bores in the province process of making small earthquakes are now connecting with the new by injecting chemicals and liquids at hydro-fracking technology. The use of high pressure to change up the subenhanced recovery methods elevates surface geology. the mechanical and thermal loading In 2005, Cenovus used 61,000 high on wellbores and significantly pressure (hp) of energy to force five increases the probability of leaking. million gallons of water, mixed with Also cementing horizontal portions chemicals and sand underground to of a directional well is much less effecfree trapped hydrocarbons at their tive than cementing the vertical Fox Creek site. In the early days of portion. fracking in the United States only 600 With industry requests to horizonhp of energy was used. tally drill under lakes and cities, the It is no coincidence that earthlikelihood of leaking is further quake activity in a previously enhanced in vulnerable areas. non-earthquake zones, such as Top scientists have recommended Alberta, begins to happen. since 1985 that companies drilling into In fact, Nikiforuk said there is sciold formations first do baseline studies Author, Andrew nikiforuk speaking to the Alberta and then do on-going monitoring to entific evidence that clearly points to Surface rights Federation on March 6 in Camrose. his measure gas migration. an absolute increase in earthquakes latest book, ‘the Energy of Slaves’ speaks to how we are in all areas that have had extensive Neither recommendation has been hydro-fracking. accepted by the Alberta government. today slaves to petroleum and its masters. Brenda Schimke
KNEEHILL COUNTY
Dust suppression policy streamlined Debra Johnston
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Changes are coming to the way Kneehill County handles dust suppression on county roads following the regular council meeting on Mar. 10. Council approved changes to the dust suppression policy following a presentation by Brad Buchert, Senior Manager of Transportation and Facilities. Major changes to the policy include a minimum distance of 125 metres and maximum of 250 metres for both spec crude and calcium chloride product application. Previously, the policy was a minimum of 61 metres to a maximum of 244 metres for spec crude and a minimum of 122 metres and no maximum for calcium chloride. Payment for the dust control must accompany the application for the dust control or the application will not be considered. Only farmsteads and residences can apply for dust control. The county will no longer accept applications from industrial or commercial applicants, even if it is on behalf of farmsteads. Farmers that negotiate with companies to provide dust control will now have to apply and pay for the dust suppression and then recoup the cost from the company. The costs for the two products the county utilizes are $30 per metre for spec crude and $7 per meter for calcium chloride. The cost includes yearly maintenance and repairs.
County assessments
Accurate Assessment Group (AAG) representatives Troy Birtles, Kris Meadows and Sean Barrett presented council with an overview of property assessments for Kneehill County. AAG provides assessment and geographic information system services
to Kneehill County, its largest customer in the area. According to Birtles, the total value of taxable assessments in the county decreased in 2014 to $2,449,118,740 from $2,492,684,090 or 98 per cent of 2013 values. While residential assessments increased slightly, 101 per cent, non-residential, linear and industrial values declined, mostly due to the downturn in the oil sector. AAG operates on a five-year inspection rotation of residential properties,
covering 20 percent of the county each year, according to residential assessor Kris Meadows. An increase in residential construction contributed to the increase in residential assessments explained Meadows. Sean Barrett, Industrial Coordinator for AAG said the overall assessment reflected a nine percent decrease in oil and gas values. As Barrett explained, the removal of equipment from leases and the shutting down of non-productive leases accounted for the decrease.
RCMP
Message from Three Hills Three Hills RCMP have responded to an influx of calls over the last few months regarding thefts from and of vehicles. In the overwhelming number of cases these vehicles are left unlocked by the owner. According to the RCMP, in most cases, criminals pass by vehicles that have been locked. The RCMP are urging residents to ensure they lock their vehicles. Several arrests have been made, but these crimes are still happening. The RCMP need the community’s help to combat these criminals and prevent this crime from happening and police encourage the public to report any suspicious activity.
Ground cable stolen
A length of electrical ground cable was stolen from an Apache Canada Ltd. work site near Throne, AB sometime between March 9 and March 10.
Back pack power motor
A stolen “like-new” Stihl back pack blower was sold in the town of Provost by an older male to an unknown individual on March 6 at approximately 5:30 p.m. Provost RCMP are requesting the individual whom purchased the back
pack blower to come forward with this stolen item.
Mischief to business
A rural location north of Czar was broken into sometime between Feb. 2 and March 5. The site is owned by Crop Production Services, two buildings and one vehicle were damaged with an approximate value under $5000.
Attempted break in
Suspect(s) attempted to break into the vending machine located outside the Cadogan General Store in Cadogan between 6 pm on March 7 and 10 pm March 8. Suspect(s) caused damage to the vending machine and left behind break in tool(s). If you have any information about these incidents please contact the Coronation RCMP.
Mischief to vehicle
Coronation RCMP is asking for assistance from the public to identify the individual(s) responsible for mischief to a vehicle in Castor. On March 8 between 3:00 AM and 8:00 AM, a red SUV parked on 50th Street in Castor sustained intentional damage to the passenger side tires. Turn to Mischief, Pg 13
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It’s just not water safety and earthquake concerns; it’s also methane gas explosions. Fracking creates new pathways for methane gas to migrate to the surface. The first proven case of an explosion and fire caused by dormant salt lake oilfield operation was in 1985 in downtown Los Angeles. A store had a buildup of methane gas in the basement, a match was lit and the store blew up injuring 23 people. Blocks away from this store had been dozens of slant wells and oil wells that had been injected with salt water waste in the 1920s. Casings had dried up and cracked, formations had been fractured and eventually gas had migrated to the basement of that store. Not surprisingly, the state government and industry initially argued that it was a natural buildup of gas—an all too familiar mantra used by industry, our government and the Alberta Utilities Board (AUB), today. When asked by an audience member, how changes can be made, Nikiforuk believes more citizens need to become involved in grassroots organizations like the Alberta Surface Rights Federation and the Grassroots Alberta Landowners Association and more pressure needs to be put on the Alberta Medical Association to take a strong stance on these health and safety issues. Nikiforuk also reminded Albertans not to count on the AUB to protect them. The current chair of AUB’s board is Gerry Protti. Protti was the founding president of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (lobbying arm of the petroleum industry), executive vice president of EnCana Corporation, (the number one fracking company in Alberta), and currently sits on the board of a company that wants to frack the hell out of Albania. “He’s here to protect the oil industry, not our water wells”, concluded Nikiforuk.
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brian haniford of coronation shows off his perfect crib hand, winning the game held at the coronation Golden age Drop in centre on March 11. the odds of getting a perfect hand in a two-player crib game are one in 216,580 according to wikipedia. ECA Review/B.Causley
The Stettler County council chamber gallery was standing room only at the Mar. 11 council meeting when the public hearing for Bylaws 1542-15, 1543-15 and 1544-15 took place. Bylaw 1542-15 proposed to redesignate municipal reserve land to environmental reserve along Rochon Sands, Bolin and Buffalo View shorefront properties. Close to 30 concerned Buffalo Lake residents filled council chambers and were largely against the re-designation of land to environmental reserve. Environmental reserve (ER) land is public land that is in its natural, pristine state and has been undisturbed by human activity. Currently, the land in question is treated as municipal reserve (MR). MR land is also public, but has more options for use. According to the Municipal Government Act, both MR and ER can be designated as public park. Glen Ruttan, a resident who presented arguments against the change, explained that MR allows more active, developed use, like building a playground, or maintaining a lawn whereas ER is more passive, such as allowing a walking path but prohibits activities like pulling weeds.
Residents are extremely concerned that their ability to use the public portion of the waterfront will be strictly limited under an ER designation. Ruttan also expressed concern at council’s willingness to ignore the ruling of a 2005 court case between the residents and the county on the same question. “We are confused and concerned where this information is coming from,” stated Ruttan. Ruttan declared that the court found the land to be unsuitable for environmental reserve as it did not meet the strict definition for ER. The case was dismissed and the county did not appeal the ruling. According to Ruttan, the lawyer retained by the residents assured them the ruling still stands. Reeve Wayne Nixon agreed with the owners that clarification on the designation was needed and that it would be prudent to wait for a shoreline management policy to be approved for the area prior to passing the bylaw. Work on that policy will begin this summer. “I don’t want to go to court, I want to move onward and upward”, stated Nixon about the possibility of further court action from the owners against the county. On the other side both councillors Ernie Gendre and Joe Gendre stated that council needed to consider all ratepayers
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needs and not just the property owners, explaining the ER designation would enshrine public access to the waterfront for future generations. “As councillors, we should be visionaries,” said Coun. Joe Gendre. The bylaw passed with a vote of three against: councillors, Jackson, Stulberg and Reeve Nixon and four in support: Couns. Ernie Gendre, Joe Gendre, James Nibourg and Dave Grover.
Sale of public land
Bylaws 1543-15 and 1544-15 propose to sell public land adjacent to private land to property owners that have private structures encroaching on that land. The sale would correct a long standing problem for the county. Over the past 40 to 50 years, owners have had leases or agreements with the county to utilize the public land but all leases are set to expire at the end of 2015. Both bylaws received second reading.
DELBURNE COUNCIL
Transparency key for Delburne Debra Johnston
ECA Review
Delburne village council has instituted a new hiring policy for open village positions following a discussion at the Mar. 10 regular meeting. To make the hiring process more transparent, available positions will be
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Cont’d from Pg 1 After Bud takes a number of the pills he then gives some to Henry to try and help him out in the romance department. They soon discover that it has a strange effect on men: it gives them all the symptoms of menopausal women, complete with hot flashes, mood swings, weeping and irritability. The way the men react during their hormonal outbreak is priceless and will leave you laughing at the truthfulness of it all. All four women in the meantime have secretly taken the Venusia pills that increase women’s libido and the chase ensues. The physical comedy by the two men during the scenes, especially when they are pulled to the couch or into the adjacent rooms by the hot to trot women for romancing, is hilarious and will definitely make you laugh out loud as they exit the rooms with clothes half off and lipstick marks all over their faces. It gets even better when Charmaine gets a hold of Henry and pushes him into her room. More than once Henry tries to escape, only to be pulled back into the room by his feet by spicy Charmaine! Charmaine’s flamboyantness and her lively southern lingo is gut-busting and at times she steals the show- especially when she says “I’ve always wanted to be a leading lady in the Coronation Review!” This is Wetmore’s and Hudson’s debut performance with the group and while Director Robert Ponto has appeared on the stage three times, this is his first time directing. The colorful cast and the witty characters make this a must see play. Tickets are still available for some shows and you can call the Forestburg town office for tickets.
advertised to the public with the exception of internal promotions. In the event a position needs to be filled immediately in order to keep village services running, direct sourcing (hiring a qualified individual without advertising the position) will be used to fill the position temporarily until the position can be advertised.
Assessments up
Overall property assessments went up by five percent council heard. Due to construction, some assessments increased
substantially while others saw little change. Council is still considering whether tax rates will change in light of the assessments.
Surveillance cameras
Following on the heels of a suggestion from the RCMP, council is investigating the costs of erecting a few surveillance cameras at key spots within the village. Council has obtained quotes for equipment but still needs to determine appropriate locations for the cameras.
NANA’S BLOG
Return to ‘real’ food
by Lois Perepelitz Really? The ground that feeds the plant, A&W are advertising that their beef has but by some miracle it can keep the toxins no added hormones or steroids. out of the plant? I like this idea. It is a good step toward Now they think it is a good idea to genetthe return to ‘real’ food. ically modify plants to give them While I applaud A&W for doing this, I resistance to the pathogens and herbicides can’t help but feel that the health of the that they have been using. consumer is not the sole reason behind it. Where will it end? There is a cynical part of me that thinks Jane Goodall, best known for her work they are just being savvy busiwith Chimpanzees and founder ness people who see that this is of the Jane Goodall Institute what the consumer wants and once asked, “How could we have by giving it to them they will ever thought it was a good idea to improve their bottom line. grow our foods with poisons?” I This is ironic in a way since it would like to hear the answer to was the desire for a better that question myself. bottom line that started the tamThere are some farmers brave pering with the food supply in enough to try and buck the the first place. system and go organic, but the Someone got the bright idea powers that be don’t make this Perepelitz that if they gave the livestock easy for them. hormones and steroids the They have to prove that their animal would be larger therefore land has been chemical free for it would bring in more money; and the three years, plus pay a hefty fee to get cerfarmer could actually end up making tified. It is encouraging to note that many more money with less livestock. That was who do this now feel that it was well worth the plan anyway. the effort. They have a similar plan for the crops I worry that there will soon be generatoo. They put this chemical on the crops to tions that do not know the true taste of a get rid of pests that might damage them, vegetable.They will think that potatoes and another chemical to get rid of the are supposed to have that taste of bleach, weeds, and still another chemical that or that tomatoes really are perfectly would make the crops grow faster and round and plump but tasteless. bigger. Thank goodness for the growth of the They tell the consumer not to worry Farmer’s Market, where people can still that these chemicals are not really getting find food that might not look picture perinto the plant, just into the ground. fect but has perfect taste.
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Does life in Canada have value and equality? Dear Editor, Regardless of whether I consider the law to be ‘right’ or ‘wrong’, the act of striking down the law on doctor assisted suicide is totally opposite of our current laws and what our country stands for. In order for liberalism to stand there are five concepts, or pillars, that need to be followed: Worth and Equality, Rule of Law, Citizen’s Responsibility, Democracy and Government Responsibility. Doctor assisted suicide relates to almost all of them. If anyone killed a healthy person they would be called a murderer. If a nondoctor killed an unhealthy person they would also be called a murderer. If someone helped one kill another, they would be an accessory to murder. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states: “Every individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to the equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination and, in particular, without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, age or mental or physical disability.” (Equality Rights, 15, 1). So, according to law, when a doctor and a citizen agree to take that citizen’s life, they both should be considered murderers; the doctor because they killed the person, and the person because they agreed, so an accessory to a murder, (their own). The classic Hippocratic Oath states: “I will neither give a deadly drug to anybody who asked for it, nor will I make a suggestion to this effect.” The modern version of the Oath also states: “Above all, I must not play at God.” In light of these statements why is it that doctors are now allowed to “play God” and administer deadly drugs? According to the first pillar of liberalism and the Canadian Charter of Right and Freedoms, everyone has worth and equality. Yet this law seeks to change this. Rule of Law is also related as, if the law were to be passed, doctors would be given the right to kill people. The fact that they have a chronic, painful disease doesn’t change their humanity under the law. This law would be judging doctors differently than the rest of the populace and the rule of law would be no more. Citizen’s Responsibility is addressed as it relates to all citizens. It is all citizen’s
responsibility to speak their opinion on this matter. Classical liberal thinkers John Locke and John Stuart Mill both agree that it is the government’s first responsibility to protect the people, especially those who can’t protect themselves. Yet, once again, the striking of the law changes the foundational ideas of liberalism. So with the pillar of Worth and Equality omitted, the Rule of Law pillar smashed, and the pillar of Government Responsibility under renovations, how will democracy or liberalism stand? Regardless of whether I consider the law to be ‘right’ or ‘wrong’, the act of striking down the law is totally opposite of our current laws and what our country stands for. Canada claims to be a country of equality and freedom, we are the mosaic country. Canada claims to value human life; that is we have health care and don’t go killing all who oppose us. But the striking of the old law brings me to question all this. Does all life really have value and equality under the laws of Canada? Duncan Poulsen Three Hills, AB
anyone who comes to be part of the meeting. During the meeting they have the issue at hand projected on the wall so that people can follow along and read the various material while it’s being discussed by council. When Hanna councilors report on meetings or conferences that they have attended, they speak about what the meeting was for and what they learned while there. When they conduct their meetings they make sure that they speak in a voice that all can hear, including the people at the back of the room. That way, everyone present is involved and up to date. Most councils and boards allow the press to voice record the meetings, allowing for less phone calls and emails for follow up and ensuring accuracy when reporting, and just as importantly, when quoting. The press comes to council meetings to report to the people who live there what the town/village is doing and how problems that arise are fixed. Our rural communities have very similar problems and the ECA Review is a good place for people to ‘talk’ openly about problems and together, find solutions. By not providing complete packages or not providing follow up information upon request you leave us in the dark and, ultimately your residents too. There is no ‘us’ and ‘them’ in this. WE as a community, as Albertans, deserve to be fully informed and that won’t happen if any of us are kept from information that we request. If we are not provided with the necessary information to completely inform tax payers of the happenings of your town and village we all lose out. Part of your job as a council member is to be heard, to tell your residents the information that makes them part of your vibrant community and that can’t be done if you are soft spoken and don’t use a microphone that is provided. No one can report on information they can’t hear. What you have to say is important, both to us and your residents and by not being able to hear what you have to say, you miss out on telling your residents what their tax paying dollars are sending you to the meetings and conferences that you attend. You are their representative to learn and pass on information from these meetings and all of us want to know more than “It was a nice day out and the meal was superb.” Time is a valuable commodity to all of us. As reporters our time is always crunched and as officials and council members we at the ECA Review imagine yours is too. No one wants to spend
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‘Being sold on fear’ Brenda Schimke ECA Review “We’re okay with Bill C-51, the AntiTerrorism Act,” many of us say, “because we’re doing nothing wrong” . . . today! But be warned, the government hasn’t been up-front about the selective, subtle changes that are being made in eight other existing statutes as part of this omnibus bill. In fact, the omnibus bill makes three dramatic changes to the fabric of Canada. First, it turns all government departments and officials into spies for the state. Civil servants in every department will be required to look out for people who might be undermining the economy of Canada, which de facto means those opposed to government policies. The Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) has already been on a witch hunt against environmentally-focused charities and leftleaning policy groups. But under C-51, CRA and other departments could be mandated to spy and report on ordinary citizens deemed to be enemies of the state by the government in power.
question your own sanity. My lawyer was able to access all the evidence against me and eventually was able to clear my name. Under provisions of C-51, a lawyer in many cases will not be able to access the full evidence being used against a Canadian citizen. The expansion of powers to Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), the RCMP and the Canadian Border Agency is nothing short of terrifying. They will be able to spy on Canadians without judicial approval and legislative review. They will be able to tap into all our electronic devices and delete (or add material), spy on us, add us to the no-fly list and detain us without due process. Police and security forces are trustworthy when operating under checks and balances, but very scary when given too much power. The same can be said for governments. It was only my financial freedom and reputation that was assaulted for five years and it was a nightmare. I can’t imagine the helplessness and horror for those Canadians who are falsely pursued under Bill C-51. Most experts in the field of terrorism and law argue that extreme changes to our laws is not the answer—our police and security Police and security agencies just need more money and forces are trustworthy when resources to do their jobs. Politicians who promote fear make it operating under checks and even more “sexy” for young people to latch on to radicalization. We all know how youth balances, but very scary like to go against their parents and the when given too much mainstream at some point in their lives. Working with Islamic groups and parents, power. The same can be who are begging for moral and strategic support from their government, would be so said for governments. much more effective. Former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau paved the way for handling a terrorism The second problem with C-51 is it enhances the provisions of the “no fly” list. threat on our own soil. He introduced the War Measures Act in the 1970s which Canadians won’t have the right to see the immediately struck down a vast number of evidence that put them on the list. They’ll personal freedoms in Quebec. It worked just arrive at the airport one day to be told, well. There were no more kidnapping or “You’re on that no fly list, buddy.” Those targeted have no recourse because they will murders and the FLQ was eventually defeated. Because it had a sunset clause, it never know why. expired and could not be used for any other Mistakes don’t happen to innocent purpose. people, you think! Well I can assure you We’re conservatives and will vote conserthey do. Back in the days when living in vative until the day we die. MP’s Kevin Edmonton under my maiden name Brenda Sorenson, Leon Benoit and Blaine Calkins P. Nelson, another Brenda P. Nelson went are nice guys, but the sound bites they’ve AWOL about the same time I changed been given only deal with the .0000285 per addresses. It didn’t take long for the police, cent of Canadians involved with or likely to private investigators and collection agenbecome radicalized. cies to become part of my everyday life. Today C-51 targets Muslims specifically, Seems I stole cars and racked up a whole bunch of debt. I’d go to pay for something to tomorrow it could be environmentalists, find out my credit card had been cancelled. left-leaning think tanks and those “pesky, irresponsible journalists” who hold politiI learned my driver’s license had been suspended. I had collection calls at all hours of cians to account. And you might be perfectly okay with that too. the day and night. But most disturbing, I But that’s today. The next government also learned that a private investigator had might decide to go after churches, the spoken to both my landlord and my new Fraser Institute or landowners who aren’t employer. It took five years to disentangle my credit playing nice with the oil and gas industry! We’re being sold on fear and yet history rating and regain my reputation. At times, I proves over and over again that fear results would say to my lawyer, “maybe I am that in very lousy decisions. other person.” You actually start to
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Rebuilding trust by Herman Schwenk On Saturday Feb. 28, I was in Edmonton attending a member assembly for the Wildrose Party. There was a higher than expected attendance with about 170 people there. The party is in a rebuilding process following the defection of almost two thirds of its caucus to the PC Party. The party has moved the vote for electing a new leader up from June 6 to March 28. This became necessary due to Premier Jim Prentice hinting that he may call an early election. His apparent reason is to get a new mandate from the people for implementing his proposed budget. By calling an early election what he is really Schwenk trying to do is kick the Wildrose Party while it is down after he convinced those MLA’s to cross the floor. It is obvious that Jim Prentice does not want to deal with a strong opposition. When he became the leader of the PC Party and the Premier of Alberta he knew he would be facing the most successful opposition that Alberta has ever had. When the opportunity came up, he convinced his caucus to accept the Wildrose MLA’s as equals. By having the Wildrose caucus reduced from 17 to five members, their ability to hold the government to account would be severely reduced. Danielle Smith and Jim Prentice, by convincing the eight other MLA’s to cross the floor, have done a real disservice to the residents of Alberta. Voters in this province
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were becoming quit cynical of politicians in general (especially young voters) before this event. As a result of this defection it will now be even more difficult for politicians to regain the trust of voters in this province. The Wildrose Party was built on the principle of member or grassroots control. The defecting MLA’s and the entire PC caucus demonstrated a severe lack of integrity and disregard for democracy. Those MLA’s were elected by the hard work of volunteers and the generous financial donations of many people. I do not understand how these people can even look those volunteers in the eye again. They did not even have the decency or courage to discuss their concerns with their board and supporters before deciding to depart. So far there are three people contesting the leadership of the Wildrose Party. All three of them spoke to us at the member assembly in Edmonton. They were Drew Barnes MLA from Medicine Hat/ Cypress, Linda Onischuk, Wildrose candidate for Sherwood Park and Brian Jean former MP from Fort McMurray. These are three very strong candidates seeking to lead the Party. The most difficult challenge that I see facing these candidates is to reestablish trust with the voters and members who voted for the party last time. Since the betrayal, in meeting after meeting, people are asking for changes to the Election Act. Turn to Should resign, Pg 7
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by Rick Strankman MLA, Drumheller/Stettler This past week, I’ve been speaking with a Wildrose colleague and friend, Stuart Taylor, about the way our government establishes spending priorities. After we finished talking, he shot back a written summary of our conversation and ideas. In part, here’s what we discussed: Years ago, before refrigerators were invented, in many communities a barrel of salt pork could be Strankman found in the kitchen. In time, it became normal for people to think about prosperity and pork as being the same thing. If the barrel was full, prosperity was said to be present. If the homemaker could look inside and see the bottom, things were said to be grim. When Parliaments and legislative assemblies began to be established, occasionally, an elected member would have the opportunity to initiate a local project that would cost the community very little—maybe even nothing. It became natural to refer to these governmentfunded projects and prosperity benefits as “political pork.” In corrupt societies, chasing political pork is a way of life. Citizens seek favours from government, while leaders and political bosses manipulate the system to direct spending to the places and people that keep them in power. It’s an attitude that has ruined many countries. Responsible governments are different. Responsible governments seek processes that are transparent. They want rules
Should resign Cont’d from Pg 6 MLA’s who wish to leave a party should either resign their seat or sit as an independent until the next election. I agree that there needs to be change but I think there is zero chance that it will happen. The Wildrose Party is in need of a strong leader at this time. The PC Party is old and arrogant. They have been more interested in retaining power than in serving Albertans. I would say that the bureaucracy or civil service has largely been controlling the government for the past 20 years. With $100 oil they have succeeded in giving themselves pay increases that are way out of line. Not only is the pay extravagant, there are far too many bureaucrats, especially in the health care system. The system has a top heavy administration that seems to be totally inefficient and entitled. It costs $11,000 per person for basic service in Alberta. The next highest province is
over $2,000 less. This will not change unless the government can be held accountable by a strong Wildrose opposition. It is obvious that this government has had a spending problem not a revenue problem. The Premier evidently thinks otherwise.
that are fair and that apply equally to everyone. Even when building schools and hospitals, responsible governments develop ways to measure need, quantify results, and establish priorities with good rationale. They attach that information to a public process that is so transparent every community knows exactly what’s going on and why. The government’s infrastructure spending priorities and construction timetable for schools, hospitals, and the like become as reliable as NHL hockey schedules. Unfortunately, Alberta’s government has generally avoided transparent public needs assessment procedures, preferring promises and even political gamesmanship. Recently, the Edmonton Sun counted PC infrastructure promises. They said the government promised 50 new schools and 70 rebuilt schools in its earlier capital plan. The Sun also looked at the outcome of the promises. They say one school has been completed, adding that last December, the Education Minister said despite all the promises, there are “no guarantees.” Now that the province is facing a spring election, members of the PC government have been delivering speeches and issuing press releases that are brimming with promises of new spending. In West Yellowhead, Finance Minister Robin Campbell is promising a 48-bed expansion for seniors, a new school, a rebuilt school, massive increases in municipal funding, a better highway, and funding to complete a new hospital. Clearly, communities must have reliable hospitals, schools, and other public infrastructure such as the above critical projects. Yet the simple fact is that decisions affecting infrastructure in Alberta—instead of being transparent, efficient, and predictable—are random. They’re often based on political opportunism and campaign slogans that amount to “Vote for me and I’ll build you a ________ [fill in the blank].” Albertans deserve better. We really do. Local government officials and every single taxpayer should be able to know exactly what’s going to be built, when, and why. Albertans deserve to have transparent and definable criteria that can be used to assess need and then develop efficient spending decisions.
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The idea that Alberta’s infrastructure priorities should depend almost entirely upon campaigning politicians who come
bearing promises of political pork, is beneath us as a people. Overall, it also wastes a heck of a lot of money.
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We need to get interactive From our Facebook page Dear Editor, Re: Brenda Schimke’s opinion piece, ‘Politicians thrive because of non-functioning citizens’ March 12 page 6. The concept of being a responsible voter in this province and country is valid. With that said; we are not responsible for the blatant misuse and abuse of taxpayer money when it comes to illegal and immoral choices made by elected officials. I do believe that once elected it should not be cart blanche and assumed autonomy in decisions affecting the electorate. We have technology and the current means for us to demand transparency and input in the decisions being made that fleet us daily. The responsibility should not end with the casting of a vote, it should begin there. However, illegal and immoral questionable behavior is that person’s sole responsibility and choice, because there is always a better choice than some that have been made.
We need to get interactive with our government (through) public records, published discussions, publicized budgets for projects....accountability. My humble opinion only. Jamie Geddes Galahad, Ab.
In appreciation Awesome article respecting Art Hoover [Recognition of volunteer in agriculture society, Mar. 12, page 17] and his varied contributions over many years, in the Review!! I did not pick up a copy of the Review this past week but I found the article, online. It’s great -- very well done I must add!! Thank you kindly for all of your assistance and support -- it’s all greatly appreciated for sure. Lyle Rowe Michichi, AB
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THE LAND IS APPROXIMATELY 13 KILOMETRES NORTH OF THE VILLAGE OF CRAIGMYLE and 7 KILOMETRES EAST ON TOWNSHIP ROAD 324 THERE ARE NO ANNUAL RENTAL REVENUES FROM OIL AND GAS COMPANIES. NOT INCLUDED IS AN EXISTING 16.09 ACRE FARM SITE, SUBDIVIDED OUT OF SW 25-32-16-W4M. TENDERS MAY BE MADE ON ANY ONE QUARTER OR COMBINATION OF QUARTERS. MORE THAN ONE TENDER COMBINATION MAY BE SUBMITTED WITH THE ORDER OF PREFERENCE INDICATED IN THE TENDER. FURTHER INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON REQUEST FROM STEVE CRANTON AT PHONE # 403-443-1027. a) Tenders in sealed envelopes, accompanied by a certified cheque for 5% of the amount of the highest Tender only must be in the hands of Messrs. Ross, Todd & Company, Barristers & Solicitors, P.O. Box 1330, Hanna, Alberta, T0J 1P0, by 12:00 o’clock noon, MARCH 27, 2015. b) The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to the said Solicitors before APRIL 27,2015. Possession only upon payment in full. If the successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of his tender, the deposit shall be forfeited. c) The highest, or any tender not necessarily accepted. Cheques of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them. For further particulars on the Tendering process, contact Doug Todd, Ross, Todd & Company, 124 - 2nd Avenue West, Hanna, Alberta, Phone (403) 854-4431 , Fax (403) 854-2561.
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‘Highest average sale so far’ Sixty-seven Charolais bulls from Footprint Farms in Esther, Alberta were sold at the Dryland Cattle Trading Corp. in Veteran on March 12. The average of the sale was $8, 123 with the top bull sold for $14,000 to Brian and
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Develop a safety strategy for working alone on the farm Agri-News Farm workers are often required to perform tasks alone, particularly during peak seasons such as spring and harvest. Working alone adds an increased element of danger on top of the hazards inherently presented by the tasks themselves. “It is crucial that farm employers or supervisors assess the work area and take preventative measures to eliminate or minimize risks, particularly when employees work alone,” says Kenda Lubeck, farm safety coordinator for Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. “They should also ensure workers have an effective way of communicating with someone who can respond immediately if there is an emergency.” The following are recommendations based on best practices for worker safety while performing tasks alone. Management must make a commitment to the health and safety of their employees. Any incident that occurs on a farm work site should be investigated and corrective action taken. Wherever possible, employers are encouraged to work with their staff to develop sound and practical safety procedures that are clearly understood and followed. Assess the hazards of your workplace. To start building an effective safety program, the employer needs to take into account the farm’s incident history. Take corrective actions or measures to prevent or minimize hazards or incidents from occurring. Train and educate workers so they can perform their jobs effectively. Investigate an incident that has been
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G&B Blaeser Ltd. & Ozzie Holdings Ltd. Heisler, AB | April 2, 2015 · 10 am
2013 John Deere 9510R & 2012 Bourgault 3320 66 Ft w/ 2010 6550ST
2— 2013 John Deere S670 & 2— 2012 John Deere 635D
2010 John Deere 4930 120 Ft
2013 John Deere D450 35 Ft
2012 International 4000 & 2006 GMC C8500
2007 Peterbilt 379 & 2010 Doepker 48 Ft
AUCTION LOCATION: From CAMROSE, AB, go 45 km (28 miles) South East on Hwy 13 to Sec 855 at Daysland, AB, then 20.9 km (12.9 miles) South to Twp Rd 430, then 2.3 km (1.4 miles) East to Rge Rd 160, then 1.8 km (1.1 miles) North. GPS: 52.6850, -112.1796 A PARTIAL EQUIPMENT LIST INCLUDES: 2013 John Deere 9510R 4WD Tractor · 1984 John Deere 4250 MFWD Tractor · (2) 2013 John Deere S670 Combines · (2) 2012 John Deere 635D 35 Ft Drapers · 2013 John Deere D450 35 Ft Swather · 2010 John Deere 4930 120 Ft High Clearance Sprayer · 2007 Peterbilt 379 Legacy Sleeper T/A Truck Tractor · 2012 International 4000 Durastar T/A Grain Truck · 2006 GMC C8500 T/A Grain Truck · 2010 Doepker 48 Ft Tridem Grain Trailer · 2014 Double A Trailers
Inc 100 Ft S/A Water Cannon Water Wagon · 2012 Bourgault 3320 66 Ft Air Drill · Greenline Big G 20 Ft Tandem Disc · John Deere 18 Ft Tandem Disc · Bourgault 6000 90 Ft Heavy Harrows · Westfield MK 100-70 Mechanical Swing Grain Auger · 2011 Brandt 5200EX Grain Vac · Qty of Hopper Bottom Bins · Alpenlite Voyager 34 Ft T/A Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer · Qty of John Deere GPS Equipment ...AND MUCH MORE!
For up-to-date equipment listings, please check our website: rbauction.com
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Before buying farmland Agri-News “Interest rates remain low and, athough some farms have experienced some cash flow problems, the majority of Alberta farms have a strong balance sheet and are interested in purchasing additional land, should the opportunity arise,” says Rick Dehod, farm financial specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD). “A well-researched financial plan will guard against ill-prepared choices, so do your homework before making a final decision.” ARD’s webpage has a document entitled 16 Questions to Consider before Buying Farmland that is designed to help producers make the decision on a purchase. These questions include: • Why do you want to buy farmland? This question relates to the business plan and overall farm or investment strategy, and should fit with planned goals to expand, bring in a new partner, insure control of productive acres, etc. Determine if the decision is a business decision or an emotional decision, and if business partners in agreement • What is the farm business’ financial condition? Consider needed investments, expected expenditures, and crop conditions to determine if buying land is the best use for your cash, or if other opportunities would provide a better return. Be sure that the farm is financially healthy enough to handle the increase in debt and decrease in cash from the proposed purchase. • Have you created a pro-forma cash flow? Research the expected revenue of the potential land to determine if the purchase fits into your plans. It is important to confirm that the potential return will meet your goals and objectives, and that the farm can service the additional debt. Know the risk this purchase will put on your current equity. • Given your revenue forecast, are you overpaying? If you are paying a premium
land price, calculate how long it will be until you recoup your investment. Determine how much debt your farm can prudently service, and the total revenue required to service that debt. Be sure to stay within your limits, land purchase is a long-term commitment and investment. “Buying land in this market is an important decision, and will impact your farm business,” says Dehod. “Use all of the resources available to do your financial and cash flow planning. Speak to your banker, your accountant or your farm advisor. Speak to your lawyer regarding issues that could affect title ownership. A strong purchase plan will aid in making the purchase of land a good investment.” For the full 16 Questions to Consider before Buying Farmland go to http:// www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$Department/deptdocs.nsf/all/faq14515 For more information, visit the Farm Manager Homepage or call the Ag-Info Centre toll-free in Alberta at 310-FARM (3276).
3rd. 3rd. Annual Annual “Maine “Maine Difference” Difference”
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Trevor: 403Corp. 575 5237 28, 2015 AB 1:00 pm.1B0 Dryland Cattle Trading Veteran, AB. BoxMarch 535 T0C On Off er Consort, 65 Purebred & Percentage Maine Anjou Two Year Old Bulls On OfferCome 65 Purebred & Champion Percentage Maine Anjou YearFemale Old Bulls earlyGrand to view the bulls andPurebred join us for lunchTwo atAnjou noon. Maine rmdeagle@live.ca
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Coronation/Stettler, Ab
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Warm temperatures the area has been experiencing caused snow to melt quickly, resulting in a back road near Coronation being flooded over on March 15.
Up to one-half of Alberta hay supplies may be of lower quality Agri-News the amount of nutrients the animals are It’s a warning to producers - Up to oneable to consume on a daily basis. half of Alberta hay supplies may be of Therefore, the cattle are going to get lower quality. skinny and have some real problems come “This could be a problem for cattle procalving time. I’m getting calls on a regular ducers leading up to calving time,” says basis and I’d say about 25 – 50 per cent of Barry Yaremcio, beef and forage specialist the hay this year is of lower quality than with Alberta Agriculture and Rural what the physical appearance will show.” Development. “Protein levels in a lot of Yaremcio feels feed testing is critical. hay that was cut late or damaged by rain “Spending 50 or 60 dollars might save a lot over the summer, is testing 25 to 30 per of grief in the long run. If you’re not sure cent lower than normal.” what’s going on with the animals, get a He acknowledges this should raise second opinion. Call a neighbor, friend or alarm bells. veterinarian.” “At calving time lower protein content For more information, call the Ag-Info in the ration will reduce feed intake and Centre at 310-FARM.
Unreserved Public Farm Auction
David & Sharon Lemke Eckville, AB | April 7, 2015 · 10 am
2011 John Deere 8310R & 2014 Bourgault 8910 40 Ft
2010 John Deere 9770 Sts
2008 John Deere 9230
2013 John Deere 1830 41 Ft w/1910
AUCTION LOCATION: From RED DEER, AB, go 42.5 km (26.4 miles) West on Hwy 11 to Sec Hwy 766, then go South 11.7 km (7.3 miles) on 766. Yard on East side. GPS: 52.213908, -114.38128 A PARTIAL EQUIPMENT LIST INCLUDES: 2008 John Deere 9230 4WD Tractor · 2011 John Deere 8310R MFWD Tractor · 1983 Case 2394 2WD Tractor · 2010 John Deere 9770STS Combine · 2011 John Deere 630D 30 Ft Header · Premier 2950 25 Ft Swather · 1997 Freightliner T/A Truck Tractor · 1986 International S1900 Grain Truck · 1997 Doepker 36 Ft T/A Grain Trailer · 1997 Interstate S/A Van Trailer · Custombuilt 14 Ft T/A Utility Trailer · 2013 John Deere 1830 41 Ft Air Drill · 2014 Bourgault 8910 40 Ft Field Cultivator · 2009 Sunflower 1444 33 Ft Tandem Disc · Bourgault 4000 40 Ft Coil Harrows · Flexi-Coil
System 82 80 Ft Field Tine Harrows · Wheatland 1620EWPS 4120± Bushel Epoxy Lined Hopper · Wheatland 1620 4120± Bushel Epoxy Lined Hopper · Wheatland 1612E 2752± Bushel Epoxy Lined Hopper · Wheatland 1620 4120± Bushel Hopper · 2012 Meridian GM4000 4120± Bushel Hopper · Wheatland GM3000MWS 3265± Bushel Hopper · (7) Westeel-Rosco 1850± Bushel 14 Ft x 5 Ring Hopper · Westeel-Rosco 1850± Bushel Hopper · 2012 Brandt 1370 13 In. x 70 Ft Mechanical Swing Grain Auger ...AND MUCH MORE!
For up-to-date equipment listings, please check our website: rbauction.com Dave Lemke: 403.746.5708 (h), 403.505.2512 (c) Ritchie Bros. Territory Manager – Bobby Miller: 403.358.1393 800.491.4494
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representatives from the lacombe Firefighters association, lacombe Fire Department, lacombe regional Fire Services, lacombe county, and the city of lacombe with the fire engine being donated to caazapá, Paraguay. ECA Review/Submitted
Lacombe Fire truck donation to Paraguay send-off The Lacombe Firefighters Association and the Lacombe Fire Department have teamed up with A Better World Canada and Lacombe County to help put out fires in South America by shipping a decommissioned fire truck out of Clive, along with donated fire fighting equipment and tools to Caazapá, Paraguay. “The Lacombe Fire Fighters Association has been receiving donations from around central Alberta to stock the truck to full capacity, so not only will the Caazapá Fire Department get a truck, they will have the professional-grade tools and equipment on it to use as well,” said Lacombe Firefighters Association spokesperson and Deputy Fire Chief Drayton Bussiere. Caazapá, a city of 24,000, has a new volunteer fire department with 16 members. The community recently built a fire hall, but does not have a fire truck or proper fire fighting equipment. In Canada, there has always been a question of what to do with fire trucks that are still in good shape, but that no longer meet stringent federal regulations. This solution prevents the waste of useful equipment, and it benefits a community in a developing country.
The citizens of Caazapá also contributed to the shipping costs. “This is an important donation to our community, and we send our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in getting the truck and equipment to our city,” said Caazapá Volunteer Fire Department Captain Alcides Aguilera Orrego. “I am very proud of the Lacombe firefighter’s involvement in this mission,” said Lacombe Fire Department Chief Ed vanDelden “This is a great example of social responsibility and community engagement, something every community is striving for today. Our volunteer firefighters have had a long standing tradition of helping the community of course, but they have also been leaders in the region, and now they are extending it internationally.” The partnership will also send a team of fire fighters to Caazapá in July 2015 to help train them on the new truck and equipment. It will be exciting for the Canadians to meet other volunteer firefighters from another country, and to develop lasting relationships based on common goals and aspirations.
Red & Red Factor Registered Texas Longhorn Bulls For Sale
Herd Sire: OT Flying Timber TLBAA #BI85263
OneTree Tree Ranching One Ranching Co.Co. Ltd.Ltd. Gordon & Charlene Musgrove Gordon & Charlene Box 63, Patricia, AB T0JMusgrove 2K0
GRAZING LEASE ACQUISITION BID The M.D. of Provost No. 52 is currently accepting bids to acquire the lease rights (5 year term) to the following M.D. grazing leases: Roll # 51360 51380 51260 51430 51440 51450 51470 51290 51320 51480 51410 51420 51251 51330 51340 51350 24760 24770 51280 51261 51201 51210 51220 51230 51240 51250 51404 51252 51292
Legal SE-13-39-6 W4 SE-2-41-6 W4 SE-14-40-2 W4 NW-9-42-8 W4 SE-9-42-8 W4 SW-9-42-8 W4 SW-10-41-9 W4 SE-33-39-5 W4 SE-22-38-6 W4 SE-2-43-9 W4 SE-25-41-8 W4 SW-25-41-8 W4 SE-10-37-2 W4 NW-26-38-6 W4 SE-26-38-6 W4 SW-26-38-6 W4 NE-10-38-5 W4 NW-10-38-5 W4 NE-4-41-2 W4 SW-3-41-2 W4 SW-26-37-1 W4 NE-1-39-1 W4 NW-1-39-1 W4 NW-12-39-1 W4 SE-12-39-1 W4 SW-12-39-1 W4 SE-18-41-7 W4 SE-7-39-2 W4 NW-2-41-5 W4
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Interested parties are requested to submit bids clearly noting the parcel(s) of interest and a lump sum bid for the entirety of the 5 year lease term. No additional lease fees will apply; however successful proponents will still be responsible for payment of property taxes on leased parcels. Sealed bids will be accepted until 12:00 NOON on April 8th, 2015, and are to be addressed to: Tyler Lawrason Administrator Herd Sire: OT Flying Timber M.D. of Provost No. 52 TLBAA #BI85263 Box 300, 4504 – 53rd Avenue, Provost, Alberta T0B 3S0 RE: Grazing Lease Bid A decision will be made by Council at its Regular Meeting on April 9th, 2015.
Box 63, 403-378-4664 Patricia, AB Cell: T0J 2K0 Phone: 403-363-1729 Email: onetreeranch@gmail.com Phone: 403-378-4664 Cell: 403-363-1729 Email: onetreeranch@gmail.com Council reserves the right to accept or reject www.onetreelonghorns.com www.onetreelonghorns.com bid(s) will not necessarily be accepted.
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Delegation from Kazakhstan Agri-News Alberta welcomed Gumar Dyussembayev, deputy governor of Atyrau Oblast, and a group of farmers from Kazakhstan as part of a study trip focused on learning about Alberta’s cattle industry. “The delegation visited the new Canada Beef Centre for Excellence, University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and Olds College,” says Liza Sehic, international initiatives officer, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD), Edmonton. “Meetings were also held with the Canadian Hereford Association, Canadian Angus Association and the Canadian Beef Breed Council.” Dave Burdek, assistant deputy minister, ARD, met with the deputy governor and discussed the region’s agriculture sector and their need to develop their domestic herd, as well as opportunities for livestock genetics and technical assistance from Alberta. “We see an opportunity for Alberta companies and educational institutions to supply the Atyrau Oblast region with livestock genetics, education and consulting services and agriculture machinery,” adds Sehic. “Agriculture relations between Alberta and Kazakhstan began in April 2012 following an official visit from Kazakhstan’s minister of agriculture and the deputy governors of three Kazakhstani provinces. The delegation was interested in purchasing Alberta livestock.” The Atyrau Region is part of the oil-rich Caspian Depression and the region’s overall economy is dominated by mining (oil and gas). The region is diversifying
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Hit and Run
Coronation RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance to identify the individual(s) responsible for a hit and run on Feb. 25 in Castor. A parked vehicle was struck on 50th street between the hours of 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM. The vehicle sustained damage to the driver’s side rear corner panel.
Theft
A bicycle and attached trailer was stolen on Mar. 15 from a residence in Castor.
Theft from vehicles
A number of trucks were broken into in Provost between March 5 and March 9. Some of the items stolen were tools, wallets and other valuables. Damage was done to the door locks to gain entry into these vehicles. In total, damages and loss are less than $5000. The Provost RCMP wants to remind residents to remove all valuables and lock their vehicles when they are being left unattended.
Welsh Black
BULLS For Sale
• POLLED OR SCURRED • PERFORMANCE TESTED • GUARANTEED • BLACKS • REDS SHYANN SCOTT FARMS WELSH BLACK RANDY SCOTT ARLIN STROHSCHEIN HANNA, AB TROCHU, AB 403-854-2135 403-442-4372
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away from oil and gas and is prepared to commit significant funds to the agriculture sector. The agriculture industry is challenged by the region’s mostly desert terrain (hot dry summers and cold winters, with little snow) and is dominated by sheep grazing on desert pastures. Funding for this project was provided through Growing Forward 2, a federalprovincial-territorial initiative.
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Real estate
EXECUTIVE bungalow - 3842+/- sq. ft. on 33.98 title acres & 5.50 Acre Lot w/32, 440+/- sq. ft. Commercial Industrial Buildings. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 7, Getkate Property near Lethbridge, Alberta. Jerry Hodge: 780706-6652; rbauction. com/realestate.
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The following property located in Leduc County, Alberta is offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions on the existing title, namely: 1. N 1/2 of SE 22-49-1 W5 (containing approximately 80 acres) 2. S 1/2 of SE 22-49-1 W5 (containing approximately 80 acres) 3. NW 23-49-1 W5 (containing approximately 160 acres)
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2013 OAT and wheat straw bales and also hay. 2014 green feed and hay bales. All baled with a round hard core baler. 403-740-6772 WANTED. Hannas Seeds seeking distributors for forage, turf, native and reclamation seed. Good commissions. Contact Esther at 1-800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds. com. 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. 17 MIXED round hay bales and 21 green feed round bales. 2014 hay season. Call 403882-2483 or 403-7419070
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Further information can be provided by contacting Walter A. Moskal at 3801A-51 Ave (P.O. Box 1680), Lloydminster, Alberta S9V 1K6 (780) 875-7671. TENDERS must be made in writing accompanied by certified cheque for 5% of the the tender price as a deposit, payable to ROBERTSON MOSKAL SARSONS - “IN TRUST” and identified as “Tender re: Estate of Walter Kremko - File 5446.13324 WAM” the “highest” or any tender not neccessarily accepted, but in the event of acceptance the successful tender will be notified and unsuccessful tender deposits returned. The terms of sale shall be cash with the balance payable no later than 30 days after acceptance by the estate.
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MEDICAL trainees needed now! Hospitals & doctor’s offices need certified medical office & administrative staff! No experience needed! We can get you trained! Local job placement assistance available when training is completed. Call for program details! 1-888627-0297. HIGHWAY Maintanance Class 1 or 3 Operators. Full-time and Part-time positions available. Openings in several Alberta areas. Fax resume to Carillion Canada 780-449-0574 or email: mcroft@carillionalberta.ca. Positions to start April, 2015. Please state what position and location you are interested in. WILD Orchid Salon & Spa, Jasper, Alberta seeking Licensed Hairstylists & Registered Massage Therapists! Accommodation available, travel & bonus incentives. Please send resume & references to: info@wildorchidjasper.com; www.wildorchidjasper.com. 780852-2111. MEDICAL Transcription is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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Under the general supervision Director of Technology, this role will be responsible for The County of Stettler No. 6 invitesofallthe ratepayers providing technical assistance and supportto related to computer systems, hardware, or software. to join County Council and Administration participate in Town Hall meetings. We encourage
Primary Responsibilities and invite citizen input on various topics in a community-led on issues concerning • Provide technicalagenda, assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to: our ratepayers including, but not limited to, • Computer systems, software, and hardware the new County Shop/Office Complex, budget, • Mobile phone systems and software roads and County operations. • Tablet systems, software, and hardware • Write training Train Monday, March 23manuals. Byemoor Hall end users. 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 Willow Hall 7:00 p.m. • Install, modify, andRed repair computer hardware and software and peripherals. Wednesday, March 25 Big Valley Jubilee Hall 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 26 Erskine I.O.O.F. Hall 7:00 p.m. • Run diagnostic programs to resolve problems. Saturday, March 28 Stettler Ag Society 10:00 a.m. p.m. Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), Saturday, minor March 28technical Linda Hall • Resolve problems with2:00Local and otherForsystems. more information please contact the County of Stettler at 403-742-4441.
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Requirements • Working knowledge of help desk software, databases and remote control utilities • Advanced troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills • Working knowledge of fundamental operations of relevant software, hardware and other equipment, especially Windows 7-8.1 and Microsoft Office. • Related experience and/or training in troubleshooting and providing help desk support • Certifications would be considered an asset. For a full list of responsibilities and requirements, please visit our website at www.stettlercounty.ca. The County of Stettler offers a competitive salary and a generous employer paid benefits package. The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal records check. Please respond in confidence with your resume and a minimum of three work references to: County of Stettler No. 6 Attention: Andrew Brysiuk Box 1270 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Email: abrysiuk@stettlercounty.ca The competition will close when a suitable candidate has been found. The County appreciates all applications however only those selected for interview will be contacted.
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An opportunity exists at the Paintearth Mine, located between Halkirk & Forestburg, Alberta for a Journeyman Electrician. Position Profile: This position reports directly to the Maintenance Foreman. Responsibilities include industrial electrical maintenance, including PLCs and modern drives. There will be an opportunity to work with high voltage, high power equipment. Training is provided for high voltage safety and specialized equipment. Ability to work independently is important. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will posses a Journeyman Electrician Certificate and have industrial experience with teck cable, cable tray and PLC terminations. Open pit mining experience with electric shovels, draglines and DC generators and motors is an asset. Troubleshooting experience with a willingness to be responsible for results is necessary. Westmoreland Coal Company - Paintearth Mine offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and provides the opportunity for personal growth and development. The present journeyman rate is $43.59/hr, effective April 1,2015 $44.90/hour. Closing date: March 31, 2015 Please e-mail or fax your resume and cover letter to Human Resources: E-mail: careers.PEMSHM@westmoreland.com Fax: 403.884.3001
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Progressive Waste Solutions makes investment in local community organizations Progressive Waste Solutions recognizes the importance of being both a good neighbour and partner in the communities in which we operate. Through our community host agreement with the Paintearth County, the Coronation Landfill provides a significant financial contribution to the local economy each year and supports a wide variety of local organizations. We are proud of this record and are committed to making continued investments to support the communities we work in. A partnership we initiated with
Paintearth County has created a community fund that distributes funding to local programs serving the community. To date this fund has distributed approximately $170,000, with more grant periods still to come in 2015. Over the next decade, we estimate Progressive Waste Solutions will contribute $1.4 million dollars to community programs. On February 24, John Rush, the Coronation Landfill Manager and George Glazier, Chair of Paintearth Regional Waste Management were honoured to hand out cheques to a broad number of
community organizations. These included: • Castor Child Care Society • Coronation and District Handibus • Castor Curling Club • Castor Minor Sports • Halkirk Helping Hands Playschool • Halkirk Education Society • Castor Agricultural Society • Castor Fire and Rescue Society • Coronation Community Silver Club • Coronation Regional Health Services • Huber Dam Committee Over the past year, the company has
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Presenting cheques to 11 community organzations were John Rush (center) and chair of the Painterth Regional Waste Management, George Glazier.
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Castor Ag. Society Larry Weber
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An envelope arrived at the Hanna town office from a grade 1 student in Vancouver addressed to the Mayor of Hanna, Chris Warwick last week. In it was a hand printed letter from the student and a flat paper doll which represented the student, Kisa. The letter explained that Kisa was learning about Canada and that her teacher thought that they might learn more by visiting the city themselves. Kisa goes on to ask Mayor Warwick to take her around the town, take a few photos and write a bit about Hanna and then send her, along with the information and photographs back to the teacher. The students will then be giving an oral presentation on the town to their class. Laura Carle, Kisa’s grade 1/2 teacher in
Vancouver, British Columbia also sent along a letter explaining that as part of a class study of Canada her students made paper dolls of themselves that are being sent to various cities and towns across Canada. The project is based on a book called “Flat Stanley” by Jeff Brown. In the story Stanley has a bulletin board fall him and becomes flat. His parents, in an attempt to cheer him up, put him in an envelope and mail him to a friend so that he can have some fun. The students chose the city ‘they’ wanted to visit after viewing the city or town’s website. The mayor said that he was going to take on the challenge and show off Hanna to Kisa.
Every step of the way How many shoes do you think you While Hargrove says he thinks he will would go through if you were to run over likely go through 15 pairs of running 22,000 kilometres? shoes during the run to California The Curtis Hargrove from Cold Lake, Shoe Closet and Boutique owner Debbie Alberta is going to find out, thanks to an Pooley said the company will be sending amazing donation by The Shoe Closet and him more if he needs them. Boutique in Stettler. “We’ve given him three to start training Starting on May 31, Hargrove will be with and will be providing him with a running from dozen more pairs Alberni, British for him to take on Columbia to the road with Burbank, him,” Pooley said California in the in a telephone United States to interview. When personally deliver asked about the a handmade price it will cost blanket to talk the company she show host Ellen said that the cost DeGeneres. of the shoes are The blankets between $160-200 are made by per pair but that Angel Magnussen it’s not about the who runs a non money. profit business “This is for a called Hugginz By really good cause Angel and she and we really also makes want to support pyjamas, travel Curtis and pillows and knits Angel,” she said. hats all of which Pooley said she are given to sick was interested in and terminally ill Hargrove when children in she heard of his Stettler’s Shoe Closet and Boutique’s owner, support of the hospital. Debbie Pooley stands with Curtis Hargrove and a Stollery Magnussen, bag containing a few pairs out of the more than a Children’s who is 18, has down syndrome dozen that she has donated to the runner on March Hospital in and has also been 10. Hargrove is running from B.C. to California to Edmonton, where diagnosed with raise awareness for Hugginz by Angel’s donations her brother had autism had sent a to sick kids. ECAReview/ Submitted been treated for a blanket to heart condition. DeGeneres but Hargrove who never got a reply back. While Magnussen is also known as The Cold Lake Runner doesn’t want to be on DeGeneres’ show, due to his run across Canada in 2012/13, she does want the talk show host to come raising $250,000 for the Stollery to the Hugginz By Angel studio in Alberni Children’s Hospital in Edmonton also to make blankets with her and help spread been involved in many fundraising activthe word about what she does. ities in past years including a walk in Hargrove wants to help make that high heels from Cold Lake to Edmonton happen and will be running 50 kilometres raising $10,000 for awareness and funds every day and while DeGeneres does not to support the violence against women know that he is coming he is hoping that campaign. by public support and through social If you would like to follow Hargrove’s media attention that she will find out soon run you can get up to date information at enough. www.hugginzhighway.com.
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above - Stony Plain and Stettler bantam a hockey teams went head-to-head for the championship at the bantam a Provincial hockey tournament held in Stettler on the weekend. Stettler retained their provincial champions status with a 6-3 win over Stony Plain. the 10 teams representing the provincial zones hailed from Grande Prairie, lloydminister, Stony Plain, beaumont, lethbridge, canmore, Strathcona, edmonton, calgary and Stettler. riGht - Stettler singer and hockey player chloe Shingoose performed ‘o canada’ in front of a large crowd at the Stettler arena to open the bantam a Provincial hockey tournament that took place on the weekend. to the right, carrying the canadian flag is rcMP cst. David lukeman and to the left is Sgt. cam russell. ECA Review/D. Johnston
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Faster games is baseball’s goal by Bruce Penton Bud Selig, the former commissioner of Major League Baseball, certainly faced major challenges during his 17 years on the job — performance-enhancing drugs chief among them. But his replacement, Rob Manfred, has a bigger challenge: Save the game by speeding it up. Baseball drags. Baseball is losing fans. Football, mixed martial arts, soccer . . . all seem to be grabbing the attention of younger Americans while poor old baseball putters along, caught in the slow malaise of a world that has sped up. Penton
While TV viewing numbers are up and MLB’s revenues hit an all-time high last year, Manfred has to deal with the fact that the average age of those who watched the all-star game last year was 53. In 20 years, those 53-year-olds will be slower-moving senior citizens watching the slowest of the major sports and the new crop of fans, who dig speed and possess short attention spans, will be directing their sports focus elsewhere. That’s why Manfred’s No. 1 goal this spring as he gets comfortable as Selig’s replacement is to speed up the game.
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