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It was an old-school good time for these performers dancing to Tattooed Heart at the Hanna and District Association Festival for the Performing Arts awards concert on Sunday, April 27 at the Hanna Community Centre. Dancing in the lyrical style were (L - R) Shandi Barker, Lacey Rose, Jenna Pahl and Mackenzie Hudgeon. ECA Review/C. Scoville Photography
Hanna and District Festival for the Performing Arts award winners Katie Davis
News Reporter The Hanna and District Festival for the Performing Arts held it’s annual award ceremony at the Hanna Community Centre on Sunday, April 27. A variety of performances were showcased to the viewing audience to give a glimpse into the diversity of talent at the festival. Awards were also presented to festival participants.
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Hanna news ............................. 2 Coronation Town Council ......... 3 Clearview School Board.........3, 5 Nana’s Blog .............................. 4 Legislature ............................... 4 Stettler news ............................ 5 Obituary ................................... 7 Golf news ................................. 7 Agriculture ........................ 8 - 10 Classifieds/Careers .......... 12 - 15 Sudoku .................................. 15
Recommended for Provincials were vocal performer Bailey Kakuk, vocal performer Rachel Graf and the J.C. Charyk (Wiebe) Grades 4/5 choral group.
Voice
Trophy winners in the voice category included Trina Wallace for Most Promising Voice; Bailey Kakuk for Outstanding Performance and the Hanna Primary class winning Open Choral Grade 2/3.
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Scholarships were received by Rachel Graf for Intermediate voice; Rebecca Graf for Senior; Bailey Kakuk for Open; Tied Together for Community; Rachel Graf for Musical Theatre and Haley Nelson for Musical Theatre.
Piano
Two individuals won trophies for piano performance: Jennifer Taylor for Outstanding Performance and Anika Zaman
for Excellence in Piano. Scholarships were obtained by Shannon Warnock for Most Promising Female 12 and Over; Emma Rees for Open; Brett Hickle for Novice; Darah Buchwitz for Junior; Elisabeth Marks for Intermediate; Jennifer Taylor for Senior; and Ryan Nikota, Jordan Verbeek, Orin Zaman, Issak Wiebe and Sarah Creasy for the Open category.
Speech
Carson Burgemeister and Zach Voltner both received awards for Outstanding Performance. Scholarships were received by Drew Crowle and Darah Buchwitz for Junior; Rebeka Nicholson and Britney Gross for Intermediate; J.C. Charyk (Wiebe) for Choral Group Grade 4/5; J.C. Charyk (LaClaire) for Choral Group Grade 5 and Faith Kurbis and Daniel Linn for Adjudicator Choice.
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consideration was initiated through the efforts of Jaime Campbell, who suggested the idea to students at J.C. Charyk during her English 30-1 class. “I focused some instructional time specifically towards ‘writing for a purpose’ to help engage the students in assignments
Award. The award was summarized as recognizing community members who dedicated volunteer hours towards building a more intelligent and empathetic Canada. “[The project] allowed the students to brainstorm collectively, write independently and then work collaboratively after we shortlisted our own candidates that we decided to officially nominate,” she mused.
Hanna native Sandra Beaudoin was one of 50 volunteers across Canada honoured with the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award on Monday, April 7 at Rideau Hall in Ottawa. Beaudoin was among three Albertans recognized for their tireless work in the volunteer sector. Her assistance in founding the Hanna The fabled nomination Roundhouse Society, a fellowThe class ultimately decided to ship aimed at preserving the nominate three individuals: historic monument to early Vern Thuroo, former Prairie rail transit, in tandem with her Land Regional Division trustee tireless fundraising and for Hanna - Youngstown; Kelly awareness efforts were formaLewis, J.C. Charyk instructor tive in her being chosen for the and Ducks Unlimited volunteer; honour. and Sandra Beaudoin. “I just happen to be doing Nicole Larson, a Grade 12 stusomething I enjoy and sharing dent in Campbell’s class, was local history, which someone behind Beaudoin’s nomination. [in the community] felt was “When my teacher introduced important,” said Beaudoin of the assignment to our class, the award. She said her pasSandra Beaudoin was the first sion for the Hanna name to pop into my head,” Roundhouse has been her Sandra beaudoin, founder of the Hanna roundhouse Society, received Larson said. “She was my first motivation to continue dedithe Governor General’s Caring Canadian award from Governor General choice because of the numerous cating her energy toward the years and hours she has worked project, but she was quick to David Johnston on Monday, april 7 at rideau Hall in ottawa. stress that the award was the ECA Review/MCpl V. Carbonneau to gain possession of the roundhouse; an incredible chunk of result of the efforts of Hanna history that was just gathering citizens who put forth her that would have real world applications,” dust before Sandra came along.” name out of respect and recognition for she said. One of these assignments Larson said that for her, Beaudoin her hard work. involved nominating and writing written encompassed the many positive characThe process descriptions of local candidates for the teristics exemplified by the residents of Submission of Beaudoin’s name for Governor General’s Caring Canadian Hanna, including a good work ethic,
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The award reception
Though feedback following the nomination process took roughly two months of waiting time, both teacher and students received word that all three nominees has been accepted as recipients of the award making them the sole three beneficiaries from the whole of Alberta. All three recipients received a certificate and lapel pin from the Government, but in April Beaudoin and her family were invited to Ottawa to be presented the award personally by Governor General David Johnston. Upon finding out her nominee was chosen for the honour, Larson noted she could barely contain her excitement. “I was ecstatic! She was finally going to be recognized for her hard work,” enthused Larson. “I knew for a fact that there was no one more deserving than Sandra Beaudoin, and I sincerely hope this has helped her recognize how great she is too.”
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Coronation Town Council increases garbage collection rate Katie Davis News Reporter Coronation Council proceeded to third and final reading regarding changes to the Utility Rates Bylaw during their regular meeting on Monday, April 28, in order to prepare for the final 2014 Town budget. Changes were not necessary for water and sewer costs; as it was noted that the Shirley McClellan Regional Water Services Commission rate change from $2.24 to $2.29 per cube would not affect the current charge by the Town of $2.50 and budget expenditures did not indicate a need to change the sewer cost. Garbage rates were discussed in lieu of the Town contracting Can Pak Environmental Inc. for waste collection and recycling, effective April 1, 2014. The Request for Decision (RFD) document distributed to Council members indicated that the contract rate established with Can Pak for residential and small ‘hand-pick’ commercial recycling and waste is $13.21 per month, up from the previous garbage collection rate of $12.00. CAO Sandra Kulyk noted her recommendation to increase the rate to $15.50, which is the current rate of small ‘handpick’ commercial customers. Large bin collection rates would not change. In regards to recycling, the town opted to purchase 18-gallon plastic recycle bins to be distributed to all small commercial and residential hand-pick customers. As the cost for the Town for bin purchase would be approximately $10 each, shipping
included, it was recommended that a refundable deposit fee of $15 be charged per bin and any additional or replacement bin thereafter. It was agreed upon that the deposit would be returned in the event of a resident moving, as long as the bin was returned in good condition.
Parking lot
Deputy Mayor Jackie Brigley requested an agenda item be added regarding the Town-owned parking lot adjacent to the Value Drug store at 4910 Victoria Avenue. Brigley noted that it had been brought to her attention that a number of company and private vehicles and a holiday trailer were routinely parked for extended periods at the lot, as well as inventory from the eastward adjacent parcel. Referenced in the RFD was Section 3.25 of the Traffic Bylaw, which noted that “no person shall park a vehicle on a Town owned parking lot in contravention to the prohibitions stated on a traffic control device or adjacent to said parking lot.” Also referenced was Section 10.17 of the same bylaw, which stated that authorization by the manager of the lot, with the consent of Council, would determine which vehicles were able to park on said lot. It was noted that there is currently no signage in place regarding lot usage. It was discussed that for some company vehicles, lot parking was preferable to street parking, but that public scrutiny was an important impetus to moving forward with a plan for the lot. Some queried solutions included the sale
or rental of parking stalls for the entities currently using the lot, with signs placed as appropriate to indicate rental or ownership of space. Ultimately CAO Kulyk indicated she would take administrative direction and inquire about options with the companies involved to see where an amicable solution might be found.
Fire ban
In response to the County of Paintearth fire ban effective Friday, April 25, Council enacted a fire ban effective 8 a.m. on April 29, 2014. Council discussed putting in place an automatic ban that would coincide with fire ban decision by the County of Paintearth, including when a ban is removed. It was decided this would be preferable, as at times Council would meet well after a County meeting and therefore not receive word of a ban until that time. An automatic ban would sync the process and be a reliable marker of potential fire threat, as the County’s area of coverage gave them a good scope of natural conditions that may lend themselves to increased risk of fire.
Swimming pool opening
CAO Kulyk noted that contractors were in attendance earlier Monday to look at the Coronation pool. She said the positive news from the survey was that all repair work was 100 per cent under warranty; the negative news was that the entire pool must be re-done. It was noted that last year repairs to the
Clearview defeated proposed ‘bus service’ fee Lisa Joy Review Reporter
yards. In addition, yard services increases ride time for students by about three to five minutes per yard, adding up to about an extra 756 to 1,260 minutes per route each way. The board tabled the issue until its June meeting.
Clearview School Board trustees defeated a proposed fee for bus service for picking up students in yards. Peter Neale, associate superintendent, business and finance, told trustees that Community engagement they could find savings in the budget but The Clearview School board continues either discontinuing yard pick up or to engage the community in education by charging for the service but said he hosting meetings with the school councils doesn’t know what the answer is on this in February and another one is planned issue. for May 8. Trustee Yvette Cassidy said she had Information will be sent to the school safety concerns with discontinuing yard council chairs and principals with the service. “We shouldn’t be picking up any kids on details. Trustees discussed whether their parHighway 56,” she said. “There are no shoulders. You just can’t stop a bus on that ticipation in Stettler’s Trade Fair in April was successful. highway.” Trustee Dave Goodwin said by particiIn response to this statement Neale said pating they are raising awareness of the that research indicates it’s safer for the 3” wide version school system to people. bus to stop on the highway and put the Cassidy said she would like a run down lights on than go into driveways. of the total cost for Clearview Public Trustee Cheri Neitz said the division has been providing yard service for many Schools to participate in the trade fair, everything from the promotions, trustee years. time and travel, booth rental and the “There are some really long driveways snacks. and parents have gotten used to this,” she 12345 The board voted in favour of particisaid. pating again next year and will look into Superintendent John Bailey said the creating videos for their booth. board has to face an ever-tightening Trustees unanimously agreed to budget. appoint Bryce Leschert as the business “We can’t not make changes somecommunity representative and Diane where. It is getting tight,” said Bailey. Schmidt as the adult learning representaClearview Public Schools is providing tive to the board’s audit committee. yard service for 252 families, which 132 Leschert will serve a two-year term and are eligible and 120 families aren’t. Schmidt will serve three years. Of the approximate 196 kilometres The board received seven applications busses travel for yard service, 82 kilomein total. tres a day are for the 120 families that 3.75” wide version don’t meet the division’s criteria. But some yards are at the point where the busses turn around so it’s advantageous for the division in 12345 those cases. Yard service costs the division about $42,000 annually and the division doesn’t receive funding for picking students up in their
Bussing
The board discussed the handful of students who qualify for bussing but don’t utilize the service. Students who live 2.4 kilometres from school qualify. Senior administration is researching the issue to ensure consistency in how bus drivers are treated, find route efficiencies and cost savings. Trustees discussed their search for a new superintendent and plans to interview candidates May 20 and 21. Trustee Dave Goodwin said the search is expensive, adding that it’s costing from $18,000 to $35,000. The money will come out of unrestricted reserves. The board approved, from its deferred capital account, $92,000 to repair Erskine Gym ceiling, $120,000 for Stettler Elementary School’s roof, and $170,000 for paving Coronation School’s parking lot.
pool occurred during a spell of bad weather, so tarping at night was subject to wind and rain. Kulyk noted that at that time, contractors were confident that the bad weather conditions would cause a problem: they were hopeful that patching up would be the final outcome, yet full removal and repair was decided upon after inspection of the pool in 2014. The contractors will begin working on the pool on Monday, May 5 - weather permitting, which is forecasted to be ideal for the work to start. It was discussed that opening on the May long weekend would be highly unlikely given the circumstances, so a June 1 opening was thought to be when the pool will open to the public. Some discussion ensued on pool heating, as it was noted that the Coronation pool tends to be cooler than the Consort and Castor pools.
Free Library
Councillor Liz Adams noted that a “Free library” will be instituted outside the Golden Age Club. The outdoor book repository will be a vessel where people can leave books they do not wish to own anymore and take books to borrow, with the idea that a constant flow of books will be flowing through the mini-library. It was noted that it would not be subject to Library hours and the hope was that it would pique resident’s interest in joining the library in time.
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The 1987 blockbuster hit movie “The Untouchables,” starring Kevin Costner as legendary crime fighter Elliot Ness and Sean Connery as beat cop Jimmy Malone, produced some very memorable scenes in movie history. Elliot Ness faced formidable odds fighting crime in 1920’s Chicago and set out to recruit his team of crime fighters. Most memorable was Jimmy Malone, an ordinary weathered and experienced Chicago beat cop. Before Malone agrees to join Ness’s team he poses the question, “what are you prepared to do?” In response Ness says, “Anything within the law.”
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‘unhappy’ man. I will not give up; a five month old TV needs to be replaced. I spent two nights squinting at the tiny print on my tablet until I found a computer in my price range and ordered it, that started the daily trips to the Post Office in the hopes of finding a parcel card in the box. It actually got here in a reasonable amount of time, but even that seemed endless to me. The day it arrived I felt like a long lost friend had come home. I had it out of the box and connected in no time. What a surprise when I turned it on, my old friend had changed; a lot. After a lot of stumbling around and a few conferences with a cousin who has the same new friend, I finally found my way to the basics of my old friend. All this had really given my brain a workout and I was reminded of an article that I had read about the brain being a muscle that needed to be used or it would be lost. The article recommended doing puzzles and other problem solving games to help prevent dementia. Maybe Microsoft read the same article and decided that they wanted to do their part in keeping seniors mentally healthy. Gee, thanks.
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Clearview Schools dip into reserves to meet 2014-15 budget Lisa Joy Review Reporter Faced with declining enrolments and increased costs, Clearview Public Schools dipped into its reserves to meet its $2.4 million operating budget for 2014-15. This year’s deficit is projected to be $680,647, which will leave about $1.6 million in reserves. “I find it alarming, projecting almost an $800,000 deficit,” said Trustee Yvette Cassidy at the regular board meeting April 24. “What can we do? Do we need to tighten up a little more?” Trustee Ken Checkel said that even though he agrees the board can’t continue to use its reserves to make up budget
shortfalls, he said they needed to bring down their reserves to five per cent of revenues. “We wanted to bring our reserves down so we aren’t such a good target with the provincial government and we’ve been successful,” he said adding that they wouldn’t want to go below that or they will have to go to the bank to make payroll. “I’m not too worried yet but we are going to have to change our ways pretty quick here.” Trustee John Schofer agreed the board shouldn’t take too much more out of reserves. “We have to make sure we don’t get ourselves in trouble,” he said. The equivalent of 5.9 full-time teachers will be cut across the division. This will
Stettler group gains funding Katie Davis News Reporter It is no secret that the demographic population of Canada is aging rapidly, with nearly one in seven Canadians over the age of 65 presently, according to statistics released by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. For Cheryl Smith, Supervisor with the Stettler and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Home Support program, the reality of elder abuse in this climate is a very real concern; so real that her application for a Federal grant through the New Horizons for Seniors Program gained her cause the maximum monetary allocation of $25,000 to assist in elder abuse awareness education and outreach. On Friday, March 28, Smith learned that she had received the grant, which is tailored to promoting causes such as volunteerism, engagement of seniors in the community and the expansion of awareness on the subject of elder abuse. “I’m going to be talking about the subject in the lodges and also at seniors places,” said Smith. “I’d like to bring about the awareness of elder abuse; what it is and isn’t, what it can involve and the different types of elder abuse.” Smith noted the concern is dear to her heart, adding that as the population ages and people in general are living longer, more incidents of abuse are likely to occur. “There are so many forms of abuse [both mental and physical], people need to be aware,” Smith said. “Whether they are staff working in lodges, seniors themselves or family members, people need to be aware of what is involved in elder abuse and know what it is, so they can prevent it and take steps to protect themselves.”
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frontational manner would help build the necessary trust to get a conversation going on the subject of abuse. “What I teach is that if it’s suspected and if you’re really close to that person, such as if you’re an aid doing cleaning every week, take them aside and say ‘Are you okay? Is everything going alright?’,” she said. Another reason much abuse goes unnoticed is that abuse isn’t overt at times and can be as seemingly innocuous as not visiting elderly friends or family on a routine basis. “One simple thing that people really don’t think about a lot is neglect,” said Smith. “Neglect can include an elderly person living in a home and nobody comes to see them, or they aren’t provided with necessities of life or their caretakers neglect giving them their medications.” To ensure medications are delivered in a routine manner, Smith suggested designating one family member to be responsible for providing their medication, for example. Another avenue suggested was to talk to initiatives such as Stettler Home Care for assistance. “With [the Home Support Program] we go into the homes and lodges and provide home support, which includes cleaning the house, helping with laundry if need be, help change beds and that sort of thing,” Smith said. “We can also help with meal preparation if needed.” Smith noted that she coordinates the Meals on Wheels program specifically so that the elderly can stay in their homes for a longer period of time without food-related worry. With grant funding now in place, Smith said she is enthused to begin taking steps toward education on this important subject matter and is still in awe of the funding. “I was just amazed. I could not believe we not only received the grant but the full amount. It’s very, very rare that the full amount is ever given out,” she mused. “I was so excited that I couldn’t believe it!”
Smith noted that abuse can manifest in many forms which are not always noticeable to the untrained eye. Some victims, for example, may not display signs of verbal or emotional abuse due to feelings of fear or shame. “Quite often it’s very difficult to analyze if there is abuse or not. In small towns especially, many people don’t want to admit to the residents of Castor and its surrounding communities. Our vision of a memorial that there is an to honour Alexei Schnell started with the idea to plant a tree and quickly grew into abuse happening something much larger. Your generosity and support has been overwhelming! [because] they may Without you, our bingo fundraiser wouldn’t have been such a huge success! We were feel everybody going to talk about able to place the order for the saucer swing! it,” Smith said. “To Thank you for all the prize and cash donations by friends, family and staff of TCS. acknowledge this Thank-you to the Schnell family for coming out to attend our bingo night and thank brings a bit of fear you to the following local businesses who contacted us to make generous prize and to them also. It’s a difficult thing to cash donations. We couldn’t have done it without your support. If we have missed say that yes, abuse your business please contact Leslie Rowland at 403-882-2935. is happening or no, SK Welding Ltd, Castor IODE, Enbridge, Hypnosis for Health and Happiness, O.K. Tire, it’s not happening.”
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make the student-to-teacher ratio 16.4 students per teacher compared to 16.1 last year. Peter Neale, associate superintendent of business and finance, told trustees the 5.9 reduction in teaching staff was driven by declining enrolments. The level of support staff across the division will be maintained at 12.1 students per support staff.
Transportation budget
The transportation budget has a $100,000 deficit and no reserves at the end of 2014-15. Rising fuel and insurance costs have forced the division to reduce two routes next year and incorporate two less operating days, which will save about $35,000 to $40,000. “It’s not a huge amount but it does help a little bit,” said Neale. The two routes to be reduced have less than 10 students. In addition, finance staff plans to adjust the payroll and general ledger accounts in
an attempt to better track bus drivers’ costs.
Maintenance budget
The maintenance budget continues to climb from factors out of the division’s control such as increased insurance but will have a reserve balance of $20,000, said Neale. Administration recommended a $5,000 increase this year to the trustee services’ $180,000 budget but Trustee Cassidy was opposed. “I have a hard time in enhancing this budget whatsoever,” she said adding that they are asking to cut bus routes and teachers. “We have to tighten our belt also,” she added. Neale said the $5,000 would come out of the administration budget. Trustees accepted the 2014-15 budget update as information and directed senior administration to finalize the budget for board approve on May 8.
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Ashley Kuefler busts a groove during the yearend Studio C dance showcase at the Castor Community Hall on Friday, April 25. Kuefler, a Grade 12 student at Gus Wetter, taught at Studio C for two years and will be attending Red Deer College in the Fall for Occupational Therapist Assistant/ Physiotherapist Assistant. She said she loved watching her students grow into great dancers throughout the year. ECA Review/ K. Davis
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Always kindly willing to lend a hand Henry Arthur ‘Art’ Embree (Claudette) Swanson, Heather (Gord It is with sadness that the family Gauthier) Swanson, 14 great nieces and announces the peaceful passing of our nephews and nine great-great nieces and brother, uncle and friend Arthur nephews! Embree in Coronation, AB at the He was predeceased by his age of 82 years. father Charles in 1935, later his Art will be lovingly rememmother Clara (Ellergodt), older bered by his brother Orville, sister Ione Swanson, brotherssister ‘Leola’ Muhlbeier, and in-law Frank Muhlbeier and nieces and nephews Robert Albert Swanson and nephew-in(Marilyn) Muhlbeier, Ken law Andy Gebhardt and great Muhlbeier, Wayne Muhlbeier, nephew Jarrett Gebhardt. Judy (Larry) Pals, Fred Arthur, or Art as he was Muhlbeier, Carol (John) MacNeil, known, was born in Coronation Brenda Gebhardt, Dianne on a very cold January 23, Embree (Patrick) Page, Darcy (Tracy 1932. As a youngster he probQuinlan) Muhlbeier, Kurt ably played in his Dad’s
Coronation Golf Course lays out finances
President Curtis Lundy discussed the advertising on the cards by local 2013 Financial Statements of the business. Coronation Golf Club at the annual Delivery, freight and postage was up conmeeting on Tuesday, April 22. siderably from $1127 in 2012 to $4239 in In reference to some discussion at the 2013, attributed in part to freight on new April 14 Town of Coronation meeting that table tops and the new irrigation pump. the Golf Club should consider recycling Statements from 2012 showed a one-time bottles for extra currency flow, Lundy grant from the County of Paintearth for noted the Board had already made approximately $7500. All this contribarrangements with the Communities in uted to the $62,308 difference between Bloom committee to place recycling bar2012 and 2013. rels on the course. Clubhouse manager Lucy Arndt ex“Although bottle returns will bring in plained that liquor hasn’t increased in some [money] our revenue is in tournaprice but food supplies, paper supplies, ments and men’s night,” said Lundy. cups, plates and other service-related As most bottles end up in the garbage, products saw a large increase in cost. the Board is hoping the recycling barrels The Club has maintained it’s memwill help separate recyclables from waste. bership, green and trail fees but has It was noted that in past years, recyclaincreased cart rentals by $2 - from $18 bles haven’t gone to waste as the Grad to $20 - due to increased fuel costs and classes had been recipient of the funds for liquor and food prices will see a slight the collecting and returning the bottles to increase. the Bottle Depot. No changes were made to the executive The Financial Statements showed a as all are in their second year including decline in revenue over expenses from President Curtis Lundy, Past President $66,880 to minus $2,928, however if the Ryan Schedlosky, Vice President Blaine new irrigation pump of $7500 is moved to a Brigley, board members John Leuck Sr. capital expense and depreciated over a few and Dave Rock with Larry Golby replacyears it would leave the club showing a ing Bobby Williamson who resigned. profit for 2013 of $4572. Barry Brigley as the town’s recreation Lundy explained that much of the differ- officer sits on the board as well. ence was due to a casino held in 2012 which raised $28,641 in funds, while utilities doubled from $9859 to $17,384; not uncommon knowlWeekend physicianon-call on-callschedule schedule Weekend physician forfor thethe month of edge for all month of [insert month] 2009 members who have seen the same [INSERT DATE] [insert community] increase in rates in [INSERT DATE] [insert community] their own homes. [INSERT DATE] [insert community] Councillor Jackie [INSERT DATE] [insert community] Brigley, who was present at the meeting, volunEmergent Medical Problems - can be assessed at teered to look into the nearest hospital at any time. the hefty increase. Irrigating the Urgent Medical Problems - can be assessed at each fairways also hospital at the times listed or at the on-call hospital. causes the utilities to jump, said Lucy Emergent Medical be assessed Non Urgent MedicalProblems Problems- -can patients should at the Arndt, clubhouse nearest hospital at any time. make an appointment during regular physician clinic manager. hours. Pro Shop sales Urgent Medical Problems - can be assessed at each were down, raffles hospital at the times listed or at the on-call hospital. were down, grants, Consort: 9:30 a.m. and memberships Non Urgent Medical Problems11- a.m. patients should make Coronation: ($5000) were down an appointment during regular physician clinic hours. Castor: 1 p.m. while the concesCoronation: 11 a.m. sion and the liquor Important: Outpatients are advised to telephone the sales were up a Castor: 1 p.m. hospital on-call prior to going there. little. Important: Outpatients are advised to telephone the It was noted that Consort (403) 577-3555 hospital on-call prior to going there. new golf carts Coronation (403) 578-3803 were leased last Coronation (403) Castor (403) 578-3803 882-3434 year for $9118 but Castor (403) 882-3434 offset by sponsor donations of $8440. New score cards were also printed and the cost offset by the purchase of
Blacksmith Shop. As a young man Art became a Journeyman Mechanic and worked at Brigley and Sons in Coronation until his retirement. Just like his father, Art was a long-term member of the Coronation Elks, Volunteer Fire Department and an avid supporter of the Coronation hockey teams. He and George Williams, who were the goal judges, travelled on the bus with the teams and it is said that Art helped keep the bus in tip-top shape! With his quiet sense of humour Art was always kindly willing to lend a hand to friends in his community. The family would very much appreciate your attendance for a Memorial Service at the Trinity United Church 5009 Norfolk Avenue, Coronation, AB on Saturday May 3, 2014 at 1 p.m. A sharing of favourite stories at reception to follow. In loving memory of Art, memorial donations may be made to the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children, Heart and Stroke Foundation of AB, or the charity of the donor’s choice in care of Coronation Funeral Home P.O. Box 358 Coronation, Alberta T0C 1C0 who have
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Council received a presentation from representatives of the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) at their regular meeting on April 23, 2014. In a joint presentation with the department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the group discussed the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA), which outlined regulations to operations handling manure including livestock producers, confined feeding operations (both existing and new), crop producers and custom manure applicators. It was divulged that the AOPA regulated permits, construction standards and maintenance for manure storage facilities and collection areas, as well as outlined regulations including proximity to water bodies in relation to spring runoff concerns. It was discussed that the County’s role included developing clear land-use provisions; identifying where confined feeding operations are allowed to run within current and future land uses; promoting consistency
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Council passed a motion to provide a one-time funding of $5000 from the 2014 operating budget to the Busy Beaver Day Care centre in Castor. The request for monetary support was received from the Day Care as it was noted that the nonprofit society, which provides day care currently for 22 children, was struggling to stay afloat from a financial standpoint. The request indicated that 10 children from the County are in regular attendance at the daycare and four children have parents who are employed by the County. County discussed donations previously given to the Day Care, including computers and other items. County said to their knowledge the society had not inquired of the Town of Castor for financial aid. Much discussion ensued as to Busy Beaver’s fundraising efforts, which it was discussed were routine and thorough, thus indicating
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Council advised CAO Tarolyn Peach to discuss a possible fire ban with local fire chiefs, with the result being a ban put in place effective Friday, April 25. The ban will be in place until further notice, dependent largely on the ground moisture levels and greening of grass to suitable levels. Council discussed the grass fire near the Stettler Auction Mart on Monday, April 21, among other local fires, as indicative of the volatility of the landscape in relation to fire concerns.
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Volunteer canola: one of Western Canada’s most important weeds by BASF Canada According to a poll conducted by Ipsos Reid, only one in three growers from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba are following the industry best practice of growing canola once every four years. Yet, the profitability of canola is driving growers to focus on maximizing returns by tightening rotations. Agronomy Specialist for the Canola Council of Canada, Angela Brackenreed, says volunteer canola from other systems can present a lot of challenges in your canola crop and is why the Canola Council of Canada lists it as one of the 10 most important weeds in canola production.
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“A population of volunteer canola in your canola field is still considered a weed. It cannot be considered a part of your crop or contribute to your yield,” said Brackenreed. Like other weeds, volunteers can rob crops of nutrients and lead to an impact on yield at harvest time. “You’ll want to plan your rotations so you have a herbicide
option available to manage your canola volunteers,” added Brackenreed.
Control insect populations
Volunteer canola seed does not have any protection from seed treatments, so they can introduce seedling diseases and increase flea beetle pressure. Flea beetles can damage canola plants very quickly and the preferred strategy to provide crop protection from the pests is to use insecticides that are applied with the seed.
Manage disease pressure
Using an integrated pest management program is the best way to manage diseases like blackleg. “Rotation, use of a fungicide, and cultural controls are all potential pieces of an integrated pest management program in the control of blackleg,” said Brackenreed. “Volunteer canola and other brassica weeds, like wild mustard, are hosts for blackleg and really should be managed to help reduce the pathogen population.” Maintaining sustainable and diverse pest management practices is extremely
The buzz word “accountability”
Cont’d from Pg 4 of the Legislature use to advocate on behalf of The law in our scenario is the Freedom of you, the taxpayer. It has allowed Albertans to Information and Protection of Privacy Act understand the systemic problems that waste (FOIP act). The FOIP act is a tool that was literally hundreds of millions of dollars every developed to ensure taxpayers have access to year. information that holds the government Just like Elliot Ness, the people of Alberta accountable. recruited a team of Opposition members to During the 2012 election campaign, the hold the government accountable. We’ve buzz word “accountability” was thrown accepted the blood oath, now what are you around by the government like fertilizer from prepared to do? a manure spreader; however, none of it Your participation could be as simple as seemed to stick. Accountability has been informing others about the facts. But ultirather difficult to achieve and attempts to use mately, where your participation is going to the FOIP tool have been met with criticism by be required, will involve a pencil and a ballot. those being investigated. Two years later, there’s a new buzz Southeast Quarter of Section 11-37-10-W4 containing word being used as a 160 acres, more or less, approx 140 acres cultivated. defence mechanism: “frivolous.” Frivolous means lacking seriTERMS ousness; of little or no weight. I would hardly Bids must be in writing submitted in a sealed envelope call careless and in accompanied by a certified cheque made payable to “Sutton some cases illegal use Landmark Realty” for 10% of the amount of the bid and must of taxpayers money be delivered before 12:00 noon on May 10, 2014 to the office of: “frivolous.” Sutton Landmark Realty Castor Recently, the Service Alberta 5006 - 50 Ave Minister Doug Box 442 Griffiths was quoted Castor, Alberta saying the TOC OXO Opposition’s FOIP requests are taking Phone 403-882-4677 “millions of dollars” The balance of the purchase price on an accepted bid shall be away from health care. paid to E. Roger Spady on or before May 31, 2014. Property This seems rather taxes shall be adjusted as of May 31, 2014. Mineral rights, if ironic considering some of those very any are not included in the sale. If the successful tenderer does FOIP requests are not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, the aimed at finding far more waste within the deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject Health Care system than the Minister any and all tenders. Deposits received from the unsuccessful claims it’s costing to tenders submissions will be returned. For further particulars, process these requests. FOIP is the tool that Please contact Sutton Landmark Realty Castor, Hoss @ 403 882 4677 or Basil @ 403 323 0365 Opposition members
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Edmonton to Hardisty pipeline project approved The Government of Canada has construction is expected to growth for Canadians east, approved Enbridge’s Edmonton to begin in the third quarter of west and north,” said Benoit of Hardisty pipeline project, it was revealed 2014. the pipeline. in a press release from the office of Leon “This is great Benoit, MP for Vegreville - Wainwright on news for the people April 23. and communities The project consists of the construction of Vegrevilleof a new crude oil pipeline, approximately Wainwright,” said 182 kilometres in length, from Enbridge’s Benoit. “It will existing Edmonton terminal to the allow Canadian existing terminal in Hardisty. crude oil producers The line will have a total annual to move increasing capacity of 800,000 barrels per day and volumes of product will require the construction of new safer and more effiStettler, AB 1-800-388-1163 infrastructure, including new pump staciently to markets www.heartlandstationers.ca tions. Most of Canadian oil being exported around the world.” moves through Hardisty transfer “The Edmontonemail jim.hs@telus.net facilities. Hardisty line The National Energy Board (NEB) means jobs and issued its report on the project application with recommendation on Branches: January 30, 2014 Stettler, AB after an extensive, 403-742-0200 objective scienceHead Office: based Alliance, AB Box 964 environmental 780-879-2371 assessment and regStettler, AB ulatory review T0C 2L0 which involved consultations with landowners and Aboriginal groups. OILFIELD • INDUSTRIAL • SAFETY The NEB recommended that a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity be issued, subject to 17 terms and conditions. After carefully reviewing the report, the Government of Canada granted Complete Hot Oil Service 5M BTU Phone: 403-883-2155 approval of the 3000PSI Pressure Truck Fax: 403-883-2603 project. Sealed Sour Tank Truck The pipeline Email: tldbooks@telus.net COR Certified
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Real estate
LOTS for sale. 3 lots, 50’ x 125’ each in Craigmyle, AB. Serviced: water-sewer-gas. Fenced and treed. 403-665-2247 ELINOR Lake Resort. Lots selling at 25% off listed price, or 5% down on a rent to own lot with no interest over 5 years. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com. DON’T miss out! 62 acres, endless possibilities. 5500 sq. ft. house. 1500 ft. of lake-shore; www.lakeoftheprairieshome.ca; www.lakeoftheprairiesproperty.ca. Jackie 1-306-7442399, 1-306-744-7432. Watch online for open house.
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FoR Rent
FARM land to rent for 2014. Approximately 443 cultivated acres more/less on SW2838-13-W4, SE28-3813-W4 and NE28-3813-W4. Contact Oswald Steinwand at 403-882-2283.
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METAL Roofing & Siding. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888263-8254. BEAUTIFUL spruce trees 4 - 6 ft., $35 each. Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee: $75 - $125/order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961.
SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www. NorwoodSawmills. com/400OT. 1-800566-6899 ext. 400OT. STEEL Buildings/ MetalL Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www. crownsteelbuildings.ca. FASTER in the field! Get more work done faster and save on fuel. Chip Tuning Safely gives you 15% more power. AG equipment, semis. 1-888-9201351; Dieselservices. com. EVERY water well on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-BIGIRON. COLORADO Blue Spruce: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca
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1948 PLYMOUTH Convertible, 392 Hemi, 700R4, 9” - Ford. Black with red leather interior, including trunk. Power top, 19,000 kms, many upgrades. Drive anywhere. $55,000. Chuck 403350-1777; cgrote@ shaw.ca.
Feed & seed
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BALING Oats, 95% germination, clean, no wild oats. Ken Nielsen. Hanna AB. 403-8548090 SEED Oats 97% vigor, 96% germination. No wild oats. 403-5752175 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. FORAGE seed for sale. Organic and conventional. Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-8632900.
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REGISTERED Yearling Red & Black Angus bulls, various bw, born Jan./Feb., quiet, semen tested & delivered. Hwy 21 Feeders $2500. Also unregisof Acme tered Yearling Red Ed Rye was sold on Camrose Chrysler is buying long before he began workingheifer as a sales Angus bull born company. off farmrepresentative Barley for the April, light bw, quiet & In 2003 he bought a car from Mike semen tested, $1800. for immediate or Rodin, who is now the dealer principal. Darrell & he’s Lorraine was a 300M and the best car ever deferred Itdelivery. Davidson, Lougheed, owned. “Never missed a beat,” says Ed. Contact Sharon at “and still going strong.” Ab. 780-888-1374 or working in the oil 403-546-2278 After Ext a2.life of780-888-1087.
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RED and Black Angus yearling heifer bulls for sale. $1800. Ed & Blaine Davidson, Lougheed, Ab. Ph. 780-384-2354, 780888-2123 or cell 780888-7585.
REGISTERED Black Angus yearling heifers and semen tested Black Angus yearling bulls for sale. Contact Roger Spady (780)8793741
ONE 2yr old Angus heifer bull, 2 yr Limousin yearling bulls. Semen tested. Priced to sell. Phone Bill 403884-2378. Cell 403740-6695
Teacher Altario School Competition #PLRD-308
Applications are invited for a temporary full time teaching position at Altario School. The successful candidate will possess training and experience in teaching Language Arts at the junior high level (grades 7 & 8), English 30-1 and 30-2, as well as some CTS courses. The successful incumbent will possess a passion to teach and the talent necessary to be an effective educator. Duties will commence as soon as possible for the duration of the school year. Please send cover letter, resume, and University Transcripts, by e-mail to lenore.etherington@plrd.ab.ca. Applications will also be accepted through Apply to Education at www.applytoeducation.com or by mail or fax to: Lenore Etherington, H.R. Administrator Prairie Land Regional Division # 25 P.O. Box 670 Hanna, Alberta T0J 1P0 Fax: (403)854-2803
The wheels keep turning for new Wanted Camrose Chrysler Sales Rep
patch and driving trucks, Ed decided to take it a little easier. All those jangled miles on the road were taking a toll on his lower back. However, life in his recliner was tougher on him than bouncing around on a long haul, so he picked up the phone and called Mike, wondering if they had any opportunities. A new door opened. “Here I am,” says Ed with a big friendly smile. “It’s a blessing.” He absolutely enjoys the work, meeting people and staying vital. If you’re looking for a new vehicle, give Ed a call. You’ll be impressed by how hard he’ll work for you.
Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Thank you to all applicants, but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate, a Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check satisfactory to PLRD prior to commencement.
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Jim Renschler Construction Ltd. 40 Years of Experience For All Your Building Needs! Box 22 Botha, AB Ph. 403-742-5034 Fax. 403-742-5311
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BILL’S BUILDING
• GENERAL CONTRACTOR • RENOVATIONS • POLE BUILDINGS HOME & COMMERCIAL In business for 30 years Box 274, Youngstown, AB T0J 3P0
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Ed Rye SALES
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Sun.: Noon - 4 pm WEEKEND SPECIAL 12 Pk Pop $4.99
(8 am Thurs. - 4 pm Sun.) Little Gap Septic Service
Little Gap Septic Service
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Big Country Construction & Building Supplies Ltd. • Custom New Homes •All Farm Buildings • Renovations • Windows and Doors • Overhead Doors & Service • Retail Sales Quality Customer Care
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Serving the Big Country
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Main Street Hanna, AB
Stettler Telephone Answering Service (2014)
Operates 24 hours 7 days per week Providing answering service, alarm call-outs as well as work alone services. We work with commercial businesses as well as the oil & gas industries. We offer professional service with the most affordable rates in the industry.
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Livestock
ONE purebred yearling Charolais bull. Semen tested. Phone 403882-4474 CHAROLAIS bulls for sale. Yearling & 2 yr olds. Also Red Angus bulls. 780-582-2254, Forestburg. FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh yearling bulls, polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled. Website: simmeronranch.ca. Martin 780913-7963.
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SMITTY’S in Stettler requires 2 line cooks, min. 3 yrs experience. Must be bondable. $13.56/hr F/T hrs. References required. Apply in person to the manager or fax resume to 403-742-1810. ALLIANCE Seed Cleaning is seeking an individual for the months of May through to August. Light duty work, computer and personal skills an asset. Please contact Peggy or Terry at 780879-3927 for more information.
HELP WANTED Carpenter, apprentice or helper required Full Time, wages negotiable
Big Country Construction & Building Supplies Ltd. 403 3rd Ave. E., Box 294 Hanna, AB T0J 1P0
Ph. (403) 854-3585 • Fax (403) 854-4980
WANTED Heavy Equipment Operator Construction Company looking for an experienced TEREX TS14F motor scraper operator. Should be experienced with oilfield & county road building. Small Construction Firm doing a road job in the Coronation/Consort area. Oilfield tickets would be an asset but would be provided. Competitive wages Fax resume with references to 403 823 2606 for more information call 403 823 9292
1404-117B Stettler Independent SERVICE Department writing to: Brown’s Personnel required. Chrysler Ltd., 10447 Busy expanding 104 Ave., Westlock, Chrysler dealership 40 AB, T7P 2E4. 1-888minutes from 349-5566. Fax 1-780Edmonton looking for 349-6493. Attention: individuals to fill the Dale Marshall or email: following positions: (2) dfm@brownschrysler. Journeyman com. Automotive Service FREIGHTLAND Technicians. Flat rate Carriers, a tri-axle air system; wages comride flatdeck carrier is mensurate with training looking for Owner/ level and experience; Operators to run Chrysler experience Alberta only or 4 preferred but not Western Provinces. essential; apprentices Average gross $18 considered and (1) 20,000/month. 1-800Accessory Installation 917-9021. Email: ed@ Technician. Installation freightland.ca. of all types of factory RIVER fly fishing and/or aftermarket guide. Avid fly fisher, accessories on new vehicles, proficient with jet and drift boats experience an asset. electrical systems, Remote lodge in BC. wages to commensuEmail resume and refrate with experience. erences to: tsylos@ Apply in person or in tsylos.com.
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FULL-TIME truck driver-track hoe and Cat operators wanted. Experience in operating equipment, loading & unloading all types of equipment. Competitive wages & benefits. Must have all tickets. Resident of Whitecourt an asset. Please fax resume to 780-778-2444. GM Dealer requires 3rd/4th/Journeyman Techs. GM/Diesel experience an asset. Competitive wages, full benefits. Email resume to: donheeg2003@ yahoo.ca or fax to 780-645-3564. Attention: Don. No phone calls please. Smyl Motors, St. Paul, Alberta.
Petrof ield Industries, t he Leader in manufacturing Hydrovac trucks, is accepting resumes for the following positions: * General Labourers * Industrial Painters * Sandblasters * Material Handler * Automotive Electrical Technician * Journeyman Welder / Apprentice * 2nd Yr Welder with Aluminum experience Visit our website at: www.tornadotrucks.com for more details. Our Company has an enthusiastic fast paced working environment, with advancement possibilities for the motivated person, and offers an excellent benefit package. fax: 403-742-5544 e-mail: hr@petrofield.com
YARD SHIPPER-RECEIVER/ FERTILIZER PLANT ASSISTANT Position #HR14-92
CUSTOMER SALES REPRESENTATIVE Position #HR14-93
More to Life at UFA. UFA Co-operative Limited is one of Canada’s largest and most dynamic co-operatives. We have roles to be filled across Alberta with full-time, part-time and casual positions. If you want an exciting and rewarding career doing something you love, and possess the drive and determination to be the very best, then we want to hear from you! We Offer: • Work-life balance. • On the job training. • Competitive wages. • Positive learning environment that allows for our employees to excel in their careers. • A long term career path to grow within the organization. If you are dedicated, possess customer service experience, and are a team player, then take advantage of these excellent opportunities and visit www.ufa.com to apply. Explore the great career opportunities at www.UFA.com
Stettler, AB Industrial & Oilfield Waste Management
OPERATOR – HUGHENDEN REF # 14-0105 We are looking to fill a full-time Operator position at our Hughenden Service Centre. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the oilfield waste environment. Potential applicants will be mechanically inclined, can troubleshoot their way through a problem and value the importance of 14044TN3 safety in the workplace. Candidates will work well in a group setting. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential. The majority of the work is inside the process building. Shift work is required, normally on a week on/week off rotation. Newalta has much to offer, including great benefits and room for you to grow with the company. Please email your resumé to westerncareers@newalta.com stating the job reference number 14-0105 or fax it to 403-806-7076. www.newalta.com
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CAMPGROUND MAINTENANCE WORKER ALBERTA TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION
is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
Love the outdoors and especially Alberta Parks? Then we have a fantastic summer job for you during the months of July and August! If you like meeting new people, exploring the outdoors, and helping parks visitors rediscover their own connection to nature, come be part of our team at Dillberry Lake Provincial Park which located approximately 48 kilometers northeast of Provost Alberta.
Floorhands
This position is a full time position and applicants must hold a current class 5 Driver’s Licence.
Contact LUKE JANZ: 403-575-1273 Contact JERRY WIPF: 403-575-1378 Contact LEEANNA MARON: 403-577-2195
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14043DT0 14044DT0 Please submit a resume and cover letter by email, fax or mail to: Katy Delves, Conservation Officer Alberta Tourism, Parks & Recreation Parks Division - Wainwright District 810-14 Avenue Wainwright, Alberta T9W 1R2 Fax: 780-842-7549 E-mail: katy.delves@gov.ab.ca Closing Date for submitting Resumes is May 10, 2014.
The Town of Oyen invites applications for the position of
Chief Administrative Officer.
Oyen is home to 1070 residents; an agricultural center near the Alberta / Saskatchewan border, Oyen offers residents and visitors the grandeur of wide open blue skies in the heartland of Alberta’s vast rolling prairie. This tranquility is deceptive - Oyen is a modern urban community that provides excellent municipal services, medical services, modern schools, recreation/leisure facilities, senior accommodations, and the benefits of “big city” life without “big city” problems. Through partnerships and alliances with other municipalities and government agencies residents of Oyen and surrounding communities have been able to survive and maintain an excellent quality of life. The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is the administrative head of the municipality and is responsible for the overall administration of the Town of Oyen. This position is responsible for ensuring that Council’s strategic and business plans, goals and objectives are met while providing advice and support for the daily operations of an increasingly changing and complex municipality. The CAO should be an innovative leader who is comfortable in communicating and collaborating across the organization, as well as building collaborative relationships with the Mayor, Council, and all levels of government representatives, business and community organizations. Your background includes the ability to inspire and motivate staff with a shared sense of motivation and enthusiasm. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Certificate in Local Government Administration and progressive experience in municipal administration, or equivalent education and experience. Remuneration is competitive and negotiable and will be commensurate with experience, knowledge and abilities. A comprehensive benefits package is also provided. Applicants must be willing to relocate to the Town of Oyen. Qualified candidates are welcome to submit a cover letter and resume in confidence to the undersigned by 3:00 pm on May 15, 2014. Send Resumes via Mail, Fax or Email Mailing Address: PO Box 360, Oyen, Alberta, T0J 2J0 Fax: (403) 664-3712 E-Mail: townoffice@townofoyen.com Attention: Personnel Committee The Town of Oyen wishes to thank everyone for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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MEIER-2 DAY Classic Car & Truck Auction. Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, 11 a.m. both days. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.
COLLECTOR Car Auction! 7th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 9 - 10, Indoors Convention Center Grey Eagle Casino. Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve. All makes & models welcome. Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com. PUBLIC Auction City of Cold Lake: Equipment, trucks, Bobcat, shop items, etc. 1515 - 16 St., Cold Lake, Alberta. May 3, Saturday, 11 a.m. Scribner Auction, 780-842-5666; www. scribnernet.com.
UNRESERVED Consignment Auction. Sat., May 3, 9 a.m., Redwater. Selling tractors, combines, tillage; 2 heavy harrows; grain cart; 3 winch trucks; 25 flat deck trailers; D7G Cat; 3 backhoes; 5 Hi-way trucks; 5 forklifts; 2 gravel trucks; 60” tree spade truck; 10 RV’s; 25 pick-ups; 15 new Kubota Diesels; 20 golf carts, quads, boats, huge amount of good misc, approx., 2500 lots. View online: www.prodaniukauctions.com.
Tri-County Job & Career Fair Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at the Killam Arena
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Harvest Operations Corp. (“Harvest”) is a wholly-owned, subsidiary of Korea National Oil Corporation. Harvest is a significant operator in Canada’s energy industry offering exposure to exploration, development and production of crude oil and natural gas (Upstream), an oil sands project under construction and development in northern Alberta (BlackGold) and refining and marketing of distillate, gasoline and fuel oil (Downstream) operations. Harvest has an immediate opening for a full time Field and Battery Operator in the Bellshill Consolidated area. Reporting to the Area Foreman, the successful candidate will reside within 45 minutes of the job site which is located 3.2 km’s south of highway 608 on Range Road 123. Responsibilities:
Ensure safe and efficient operation of all well and facility equipment Daily facility and well monitoring Daily input and balancing of data into PVR Optimize daily well production and monitor fluid levels Troubleshoot operational issues and assist in resolutions Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment Demonstrate awareness and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Qualifications:
Grade 12 or equivalent Valid driver’s license Post Secondary education with trade certification in instrumentation / electrical or mechanical applications would be an asset Minimum of 3 years of operating experience with dehydration equipment, compression, plungers and artificial lift systems, and a good understanding of process would be an asset Self-motivated with a strong work ethic Positive team player Aware and conscientious of safety regulations Intermediate computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Excel / Word. Knowledge of SCADA based control systems and PVR would be an asset Required to maintain all safety and regulatory courses
Harvest provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including short-term and long-term incentive plans. We are committed to providing ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement. Please visit Harvest’s website at www.harvestenergy.ca to learn more about our company. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Harvest Operations Corp. Email: careers@harvestenergy.ca Fax: 403-263-9150 2100, 330 – 5th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P 0L4
Resumes will be accepted until May 5, 2014. We sincerely thank those who apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Career Opportunity Are you interested in becoming a Practical Nurse?
Find out more about how you may be able to get your training close to home!
Practical Nurse Information Sessions Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Drumheller: 250 Centre Street 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Stettler: 5221-46 Street 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Campus Alberta Central Open Houses (for information on all Campus Alberta Central Programming)
Drumheller: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Timbits & Coffee
Stettler: Thursday, May 8, 2014 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cookies & Coffee
Agriculture is my life. Agriculture is our life too. Agriculture Financial Services Corporation has been working with Alberta producers for over 70 years. We provide our clients with Financial and Risk Management products in the form of Lending, Hail, Crop Production and Livestock Price Insurance We are currently looking for a Part-time (70%) Client Services Representative to work in our Provost Branch Office.
Visit www.AFSC.ca to apply In partnership with Campus Alberta Central RSVP Stettler: 403-742-6700 RSVP Drumheller: 403-823-8300 www.campusalbertacentral.com
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WHEATLAND Auctions Consignment Auction. May 3, 10 a.m. in Cheadle, Alberta. Farm equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, RVs, etc. Consign now! Phone 403-669-1109; www.wheatlandauctions.com.
COMING EVENTS
AMISK School Kindergarten Open House / Information and Registration Night for the 2014/15 school year is Monday, May 12 at 7 pm. Your child needs to be age 5 by March 1, 2015. Call the Amisk School for more information 780856-3771, drop by the school 4911 - 53 St. or email the principal at colette.johnson@ btps.ca
DOWNSIZING and Moving Forward- Great Mother’s Day gift! Saturday, May 14, 9 A.M. at the Golden Circle in Red Deer. A course for baby boomers, seniors and those helping others downsize. Learn to balance what things you need whild holding on to what you treasure. Facilitated by Lynne Ring (The Organizing Guru) and Lyn Lamers (Shalom Counselling Centre) Tickets $50/ person. Register by calling 403-342-0339. Gift certificates and subsidies available. ANNUAL Mother’s Day Breakfast. Treat Mom to breakfast on Sunday, May 11, 9:30 12:30 p.m. Coronation Golf Clubhouse. Adults $7.50, Youth 6-18 $5. Everyone welcome.
90th BIRTHDAY Celebration for Steven Sankey, Sunday, June 8, 1 P.M. at Little Gem.
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NOTICE The Financial Statement for the year ending December 31, 2013 for the MD of Provost No. 52 is available May 1 at the MD Administration Building (4504 – 53 Ave., Provost, AB). Please pick up a copy or contact the MD office if you require a copy. Phone: 780-753-2434 or 780-857-2434 Email: mdprovost@mdprovost.ca A copy can also be downloaded from our Website: www.mdprovost.ca TYLER LAWRASON ADMINISTRATOR M.D. OF PROVOST NO.52
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In recognition of Canada’s national
EmErgEncy PrEParEdnEss WEEk May 4 - 10, 2014
The County of Paintearth continues to promote a public awareness campaign entitled “Preparedness Begins at Home” and is making available the following resources: 1) Emergency Preparedness Guide 2) 72 Hour Emergency Kit Checklist 3) Family Emergency Planning - 5 Step Guide These documents are available in a booklet at the County office for no charge, or may be downloaded from our website: www.countypaintearth.ca and printed at home. Families are also encouraged to check out www.getprepared.gc.ca for more information on family preparedness planning. The County of Paintearth is providing these resources in cooperation with Public Safety Canada and the Alberta Emergency Management Agency. Don’t wait until an emergency hits please take time with your family to prepare now! Todd Pawsey Director of Emergency Management County of Paintearth No. 18
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County of Paintearth No. 18 Community Enhancement Fund of BFI Canada Inc. and Paintearth Regional Waste Management Ltd. GRANTING GUIDELINES FOR 2014
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For the 2014 granting cycle the Community Enhancement Fund of BFI Canada and PRWML anticipates awarding grants up to $25,000 and invites applications for eligible projects from not for profit organizations, registered charities, and community groups that provide services to the Paintearth Region. The intent of this community fund is to distribute its grant funds to as many groups as possible. Larger amounts may be considered depending upon expressed need and granting capacity. Projects should contribute to the development of a healthy and diverse community. The charitable purposes of this community are to: • Foster and promote awareness and appreciation for community-based philanthropy; • Promote the growth, development, and success of community endeavours Deadline for applications is May 31, 2014. To receive the application form, granting guidelines and/or to submit the application form, please contact the following: BFI/Paintearth Waste Community Fund Attention: Tarolyn Peach PO Box 509 Castor, AB T0C 0X0 tpeach@countypaintearth.ca Phone: 403.882. 3211
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