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Minister of Education meets with Clearview By Brenda Schimke
ECA Review Journalist In a circus-like tour through the province, Jeff Johnson, Minister of Education, made his final stop in Stettler Monday, May 13, 2013 and held an in-camera session with Clearview School District trustees. Johnson was on a crossprovince tour in a last-ditch effort to change the minds of those boards, including Clearview, that had not previously ratified the Provincial Framework Agreement prepared by the Government of Alberta and the Alberta Teachers’ Association. A motion to approve its ratification was unanimously passed when the public meeting reconvened. The vote had become somewhat of a moot point when earlier in the day Johnson announced legislation would be introduced tomorrow to action was precipitated after
the Calgary Public School District voted against ratifying the Framework Agreement earlier in the day. “It was still important to ratify the Framework Agreement,” said Patty Dittrick. “To show that Clearview is prepared to be a positive and productive partner with the government
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Financially the deal is good for Clearview School District and for its teachers. A number of board members continued to express concern about the enhanced role of the ATA and the diminishing power of the local school boards’ responsibilities and authority. “The bargaining structure is something the minister has asked the board to take a leap of faith on,” said Chairman,
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No tax increase for County of Stettler Brenda Schimke
ECA Review Journalist An amended motion to approve the 2013 mill rates for assessed properties within the County of Stettler was passed at council’s meeting on May 8, 2013.
Departmental cuts, changes to existing programs and cutting or postponing other projects allowed council to approve an operating and capital budget that did not require any tax increases. Turn to Most,
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Crystal Leuschen, manager of Coronation’s Western Financial Group, took a pie in the face, thrown by Sarah Philbert, on May 8 to fundraise money for local communities.
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Paintearth County...........................2 Stettler council ................................3 Delia news .........................................3 Opinion ...............................................4 Coronation council .........................5 Obituaries....................................6 - 7 Alliance News ...................................8 Real Estate/Homes ...................8 - 9 Agriculture ................................10 - 11 Sports ................................................12 Classifieds/Career.................. 14 - 17 Puzzle ............................................... 16
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Most farmers don’t mind paying taxes if it goes to better maintain their roads Cont’d from Pg 1 The County of Stettler’s total budget is $29.5 million. Municipal revenues and transfers from all sources other than taxation are estimated at $10.5 million and the balance of $19.0 million is raised through general municipal taxation. An amendment was passed to increase the farmland rate by a half mill. In proposing the amendment, Councillor Joe Gendre argued that “in real terms (adjusted for purchasing power), he is today paying half the taxes he paid 20 years ago on his quarter section.” The money raised, approximately $40,000 to $50,000 or about $15 per quarter section, would be put in reserve for road maintenance. “Most farmers don’t mind paying taxes if it goes to better maintain their roads”, said Gendre. Five councillors voted for and two councillors, Blake
Chapman and Lorne Chapman, voted against the amendment.
Waste Management “The waste management budget is in a deficit position and its costs will only continue to rise,” said Councillor James Nibourg. The County will soon need to invest in new equipment and develop a new cell. Regulations now require that cells have a clay liner plus a synthetic liner and collection system, increasing the cost of one cell to about $1.2 million. “I have not changed my position”, said Nibourg, “tipping fees make sense”. County residents would get “x” number of free bags per week before they pay. Sorted metals, trees and recyclable items would continue to be free and all non-County residents would pay. The Counties of Red Deer and Lacombe have introduced a user pay system. County recycling bins are in Stettler (two bins), Erskine (two
bins) and Botha and are well utilized. The waste management budget in 2013 adds a recycling bin in Byemoor, Gadsby, Big Valley, Endiang and Donalda. A request was also made to consider one in Red Willow. Councillor Nibourg sees a need for regional cooperation amongst local municipalities when it comes to sharing the costs of recycling.
Snow Plowing By passing an amendment to Snow Plowing Procedures, the County is serving notice that farm access roads (back roads that don’t have gravel) will be plowed at a rate of $100 per hour and only after all paved roads, graveled roads and lanes are cleared and at the grader operator’s convenience. No requests to open farm access roads will be considered after November 30. In the past, plowing these roads with large drifts and deep snow coverage has been hard on equipment and time consuming.
Doug Mills of Points West Living in Stettler points out features of the new 88-bed assisted living senior facility on May 8, 2013 to members of the Stettler County and Town Councils including Blake Chapman, County of Stettler Deputy Reeve, (right) as work continues at a feverous pace. Wayne Nixon, County of Stettler reeve, and Peter Simons, town councillor look over the drawings. The facility is scheduled to open at the end of May and will accommodate most of the residents displaced from the soon-to-be closed Pine Ridge Lodge.
Stettler Airport The Flying Club has walked away from managing the Stettler Airport. The Town of Stettler has asked the County to consider sharing operations. The annual operating costs are $24,000 per year. In the past, the County has plowed the runway and taxiway every other year and has foregone about $4,500 in taxes annually. The Town has proposed they take over year-around
maintenance and the County does all the snow plowing. “It usually takes a couple of hours with three machines to clear the taxiway and runway,” said Dennis Nelson, Director of Public Works. The County can only assess taxes on improvements, for examole: hangars and there is really no way to recover taxes that are in default since the airport is on town land.
PUBLIC NOTICE TO ELECTORS OF THE Village of DELIA, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA SECTION 251 - THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Delia, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to Borrowing By-law No. 602-13 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the said Village to borrow monies from the Mountain View Credit Union Ltd. by way of debenture issue, to pay for the cost of the following municipal purpose, namely replacing the main sewer line located on 1st Avenue and the most southern block of Main Street, replacement of the water main on the most southern block of Main Street and Asphalt overlay on Main Street between 1st Avenue and 4th Avenue, within the limits of the said municipality; The total cost of the aforesaid project amounts to $1,081,969. After deducting from this cost the amount of $742,791 to be received by way of grants, and $39,178 of operating surplus the net amount to be borrowed on the credit and security of the municipality at large by the issue of debentures is $300,000. The debentures are to be repayable to the Mountain View Credit Union Ltd. in semi-annual payments of combined principal and interest installments not to exceed 15 years calculated at a rate not exceeding the interest rate fixed by the Mountain View Credit Union Ltd. on the date of borrowing and not to exceed 10%. NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Village of Delia that, unless a petition of the electors for a vote on By-law No. 602-13 is demanded, as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the said Council may pass the said borrowing by-law. All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly. DATED at the Village of Delia, in the Province of Alberta, this 1st day of May, 2013.
Paintearth tax rates unchanged Bethany Zacharias
ECA Review Reporter The County of Paintearth mill rate stays the same as last year, as determined at the May 7 council metting. There will be no increase to taxes for county rate payers unless your property assessment went up or down or if you’ve built an addition on your home. Council also learned the Coronation RCMP Detachment welcomed two new additions to their team. Constable Corey Hall and Constable Diana Stratton are the newest members to the detachment. The Castor Child Care Society requested funding from the County of
Paintearth to help keep its Busy Beaver Day Care operating. Recent grant funding cuts have meant the Busy Beaver Day Care Center is now faced with serious financial difficulties. They are looking at raising fees but think this decision will be detrimental to lower income families who use its facilities. Council asked administration to seek more information regarding the matter and to report back with its findings before they decide to offer monetary support. The Public Works Report concluded that road bans are still in effect. Trucks and vehicles are still required to carry a certain amount of weight while on the road so as to avoid damage to the roads.
Alberta’s future workforce by Kevin Sorenson, MP, Crowfoot to help them find a good job. The Conservative Government delivIt is a great time to be graduating with ered the Canada Job Grant again in 2012, the opportunities Alberta affords. which will help ensure our work force obtains the skills employers are seeking. The Canada Job Grant provides a maxEnter your ball teams early imum of $5000 per person towards to avoid disappointment! training at an eligible training institution. Employers and the province match the federal contribution, meaning an individual could receive up to $15,000. The Conservative Government has already created the Tradespersons’ Tools Deduction and the Apprenticeship Job Concession Creation Tax Credit and extended the fees Available eligible for the Tuition Tax Credit to Saturday include the costs of tests required to be & Sunday certified as a tradesperson in Canada. This will create opportunities for apprenCamping tices by making it more practical and Available Burma Park Brownfield, Ab. easier to get the experience needed. There for reservations is also support for job opportunities for phone Phone entries to: underrepresented groups of citizens, 578-4040 340 Wade Golby 403-578-3171 including persons with disabilities, youth, Aboriginal peoples as well as newcomers,
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Stettler Town Council approved a 3.0 per cent municipal tax increase Brenda Schimke
ECA Review Journalist Stettler Town Council approved a 3.0 per cent municipal tax increase for both Residential and Non-Residential properties at the Stettler Town Council meeting held on May 7, 2013. The increase ensures residents will continue to receive high levels of municipal services and still maintain property taxes consistently below the provincial average for similar sized municipalities. The municipal tax increases fund an operational budget of $14.8 million and is expected to generate $1 million for capital purposes. The Town of Stettler’s municipal revenues and transfers from all sources other than taxation is estimated at $8.7 million. The balance of $7.1 million is raised by general municipal taxation. Municipal taxes are the primary component (roughly 2/3) of the annual property
tax notice. The other major component is Education Property Taxes (roughly 1/3) requisitioned by Alberta Education and a small amount for Seniors Housing Support.
Education Property Taxes The Provincial Government has required Residential properties to generate an additional $33,930 for Education. Since $24,280 will be generated from new construction only $9,650 will be required from existing properties in 2013 (0.73 per cent increase). The amount required from Non-Residential properties for Education has increased by $76,800. However, $89,090 will be generated from new growth allowing $12,290 to be reduced from existing properties in 2013 (-1.89 per cent decrease). Because the Alberta Education requisition percentage increase varies and is less than the 3.0 per cent increase for the
The Delia Firefighters Association received $2,500 in funding from Canada’s Farmers Grow Communities to build a new three to four bay firehall. The current one bay firehall is too small and needs upgrading.
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one bay firehall, which is stuffed to the brim with its three fire trucks. “Having one bay slows our firefighters down,” says Caroline Siverson, CAO for the town of Delia. “They have to maneuver around the other trucks before heading out on a call.” Siverson says this is a province wide problem, especially in smaller municipalities. “A lot of these smaller fire halls are dated,” says Siverson. “As equipment gets bigger and more advanced, new fire halls need to be built to keep up with the times.” The Delia Firefighters Association was chosen out of 160 applicants in 2012. Applications are now being accepted for the 2013 Canada’s Farmers Grow Communities program. Visit www. CanadasFarmers.ca for more information.
The Delia Firefighters Association is $2,500 richer after a local farmer, Brian Heck of Delia, Alberta nominated them for a community grant available through the Canada’s Farmers Grow Communities program. It was the middle of harvest season last year when Heck decided to take his chances and nominate the Delia Firefighters Association-- a not-for-profit organization he volunteers for on a regular basis. “I didn’t expect, not by any stretch of the imagination, my nomination would win,” said Heck. “I was amazed when I learned the exciting news.” And so was the Delia Firefighters Association, who did not know of Heck’s plan to find them funding for a new firehall. “We had no idea he nominated us,” said Jeff Anderson of the Delia Firefighters Association. “But, we were thrilled to win and thankful he nominated us.” So, where will the $2,500 be spent? The Delia Firefighters Association has put the funding aside to build a muchneeded new three to four bay fire hall for the community’s volunteer fire department. Currently, Delia’s Advance Tickets $25 and $30 at the Door firefighters are call 403-882-3225 or find us in Facebook! operating out of a
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Municipal tax portion, the average increase for Residential property owners will be 2.23 per cent and for NonResidential 1.48 per cent. The other variable that determines an individual’s property tax bill is the assessed value. The Town of Stettler’s property values for 2013 assessment purposes increased by $40.74 million (5.99 per cent) over 2012 including $34.98 million (5.15 per cent) due to new construction growth and $5.76 million (0.84 per cent) due to inflation. Annual building permits to February 28, 2012 totalled $11 million. As of February 28, 2013, new building permits were just under $1 million. Completion of Phase 2 of the water and sanitary main improvements on 50 Avenue, between 48 and 47 Street was awarded to the lowest bidder, High Mountain Hoe of Sundre, Alberta for $319,571. The motion also approved moving
Crows Crows are a serious problem in many areas of Stettler. Kevin Duval, Alberta Animal Services and Municipal Enforcement Officer said “although crows and ravens are not considered protected birds, shooting them within 200 metres of a home is unlawful”. Duval suggests residents pull down crow’s nests and ensure garbage is put out only on collection days. The eradication of crows and ravens that become nuisances in populated areas is the responsibility of Fish & Wildlife. Administration will contact Fish & Wildlife to see what can be done about the current crow invasion.
Stan Marshell, Chair of the Centennial Committee (left), Barry McLeod and Mayor John Rogers accept a $1,780.77 donation to the Delia Centennial fundraising campaign from the Golden Flashbacks Reunion Committee. Delia will celebrate its 100th year anniversary over two days from August 2 - 3, 2014.
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All beds are not equal Brenda Schimke
ECA Review Journalist Points West Living will soon open an 88-bed supportive living facility in Stettler in tandem with the government closing Pine Ridge Lodge, a 40-bed longterm care facility attached to the hospital. Points West is beautiful, spacious and comfortable and an important investment for seniors in the community. But there is a debate. Have Stettler and surrounding area seniors gained or lost in this transfer of seniors’ care? Proponents argue that even with the closure of Pine Ridge, Stettler has gained 48 new supportive living beds, including 38 beds designated for dementia patients. Opponents argue that all beds are not equal. Although Stettler has gained 88 new supportive living beds (Levels III and IV), they have lost 40 long-term care beds (Level V). Carol Dyck, manager Stettler Housing Authority, gave an abbreviated definition of the five levels of care. Level I is independent, no care at all. Lodges accommodate people at Level II by providing cooking and cleaning. Levels III and IV provide meals, cleaning and scheduled care (e.g. baths, medications). Level V, usually referred to as long-term care, accommodates people requiring full care (feeding, lifting, etc.). Dementia patients can fall into levels III, IV or V. From the floor layouts, literature on its Web page, and comments made by Doug Mills of Points West Living during a town and county tour on May 8, the facility is designed for Levels III and IV patients plus 16 units for independent living. There is not a designated area for long-term care and, in fact, Mills confirmed that only Level III and IV patients would be moved from Pine Ridge to Points West. Long-term care patients don’t need spacious rooms, new décor and privacy behind closed doors. They need responsive and readily available professional care. “It’s too late to save Pine Ridge,” said unions, elected officials, caregivers and seniors advocates all agree. But it’s not too late to start an aggressive fight to replace the lost long-term care beds. Stettler will need them back. The population is aging. It is not uncommon for Levels III and IV patients to evidently need Level V care before the end. In other communities the provincial government has funded faith-based organizations and for-profit corporations to enable them to provide all levels of care. There are many examples but noteworthy is faith-based Shepherd’s Care in Edmonton, Hillcrest in Medicine Hat and Devonshire, a for-profit facility in south Edmonton. In each of these facilities long-term care has a designated and appropriately designed and staffed long-term care unit. Until you’ve lived the system as a caregiver watching a loved one move through Levels I through V, the nuances between “supportive living” and “long-term care” don’t really resonant in one’s mind. But be assured they become a very big deal when appropriate Level V care is needed, but unavailable. And that is the ultimate fear that many families and caregivers of seniors worry about with the imminent closure of Pine Ridge Lodge.
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Canadian Taxpayers Federation calls on all MPs to support Bill C-476 The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is calling on MPs from every political party to support the NDP’s Bill C-476 when it comes up for debate this morning in the House of Commons, to make the Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) a completely independent officer of Parliament. “The CTF has long called on MPs to make the PBO a fully-independent officer of Parliament,” said CTF Federal Director Gregory Thomas. “Taxpayers deserve a truly independent look at the $282.6 billion of spending schedule to flow out of Ottawa this year. The CTF also noted the unusual irony that this NDP bill, in fact, delivers on the Conservative’s 2006 commitment. “This legislation from the Leader of the Official Opposition will finally deliver on the Conservative Party’s 2006 campaign promise,” continued Thomas. The Conservatives were elected in the wake of the Sponsorship Scandal on a promise to pass an Accountability Act that would, in their own words from their official campaign platform: • Create an independent Parliamentary Budget Authority to provide objective analysis directly to Parliament about the state of the nation’s finances and trends in the national economy. • Require government departments and agencies to provide accurate, timely information to the Parliamentary Budget Authority to ensure it has the information it needs to provide accurate analyses
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Senate reformed or abolished For the past 30 years there have been efforts by various individuals and organizations to bring about senate reform in Canada. The name most associated with this effort has been Bert Brown from Kathryn, AB just north-east of Calgary. He promoted the conSchwenk cept of the Triple E Senate, elected, equal and effective. In spite of all the talk and
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PBO. A six month deadline for choosing a replacement at the end of the PBO’s term would prevent the government from leaving the office vacant, as is the current situation. The bill would also discourage government stonewalling on requests for financial information, mandating “free and timely access to any data, information, records, explanations and assistance the PBO considers necessary” – the Federal Court could even order the government to hand over the data if the government is improperly withholding it. “To hold the line on spending, MPs need the government to open its books to the PBO,” said Thomas. Canadians are fed up with the stalling, stonewalling, grandstanding and game-playing. MPs need to support C-476 and make it law.”
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posturing not much has been achieved. Alberta is the only province, so far, that has made an effort to make change. It has on two or three occasions held an election for Senators in waiting. Two Prime Ministers, Mulroney and Harper have appointed senators in waiting to the senate. Turn to Canadian, Pg 5
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Taxes and utilities go up for Coronation residents and businesses Taxes in the town of Coronation will go up by 3 per cent in 2013. “We had to go into reserves, to the tune of $268,200, to create a balanced budget,” said Dawna Elliot, Mayor of Coronation. “We’re not getting the same amount of money from the government or from the County of Paintearth for recreation.” On May 13 council released its 2013 Operating and Capital Budget. The capital projects planned for this year include, among several things, upgrades to the town swimming pool including more efficient heating and retiling and also replacing the arena condenser. “Thank Barry Brigley, our recreation officer, for getting your pool open,” said Elliot to members of Coronation School’s grade six class, who sat in on the May 13 council meeting. “He’s the one who found the grants to repair the pool.” The total cost for all capital projects planned in 2013 is $936,118. Most of the money used to fund these projects was obtained through federal grants. Taxpayers will end up paying $13,000 toward helping fund capital projects in 2013. Capital projects for 2013 include: • Security systems for town facilities $6,000 • Fire Department bunker gear $20,000 • Fire Department radios $25,456 • 2 inch water pump for Fire Department $2,200 • New rental residence for physicians $92,500 • Pavement repairs $50,000 • Handheld water meter reader $6,500 • Sewer main upgrading on Norfolk Avenue and Edward Street $147,800 • Railway Avenue land development $200,000 • Arena condenser replacement $33,000 • Swimming pool upgrades $260,160 Total capital projects: $936,118 “Property assessments went down this year,” said Sandra Kulyk, Town CAO. “An increase in taxes combined with
lower property assessments means residential taxpayers likely won’t notice a difference on their tax bill.” However, commercial properties will likely be affected.
Utilities Increase A utilities bylaw was also passed on May 13 to offset the costs for provision of water, sewer and garbage services, without requiring tax dollars to offset the operating deficit, as what happened in previous years. A $25 monthly flat rate charge will go into effect for all active water accounts to cover part of the cost for infrastructure. In previous years, residents paid a monthly flat rate charge of $35, which included 10 cubic meters of water, and $2.50 for every cubic meter of water used over the given 10 cubic meters. Residents will now pay a monthly flat rate charge of $25 and a fee of $2.50 for
every cubic meter of water used. All nonresidential property owners will now pay a minimum charge of $21 or 28 per cent of their water consumption, whichever is greater per month. This charge went up from $14. Monthly sewer rate charges went up by $4.50. All residential property owners will now have to pay $13.50 per month. Garbage collection rates went up .50 cents for residential properties. Single family residential customers who have one weekly garbage pickup will now be paying $12 per month. The monthly charge for dumpsters with multiple pickups per week will go up $90 from $170 to $260 per month. BFI Canada rates charged to the town increased by 3.5 per cent.
Paintearth Lodge Requisition The annual 2013 requisition for the Town of Coronation from the Paintearth
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Coronation Grade 6 class, studying government, attended the Coronation Town Council meeting Monday, May 13 and received a pin, crown tattoo and a pen from Mayor Elliott (left) and CAO Kulyk. Students attending were (R-L) front row: Abby Heidecker, Ashley Rose, Brandt Shapcott, Codi Sherbo, Laura Tolmie and Jenna Golby. Back row: Micheal Griffiths, Teacher Dan Kinakin and Shelby Dabbs.
Canadian senate tends to be dysfunctional Cont’d from Pg 4 Two Liberal Prime Ministers refused to do so. Bert Brown did eventually get appointed to the senate through this process. The Fathers of Confederation came up with the concept and structure of a senate when they negotiated a constitution for the formation of Canada. Canada officially became a nation in 1867 with the passage of the Constitution Act of 1867 by the British Parliament. In designing the upper house The Fathers of Confederation decided to use a variation of the British House of Lords. The structure of the House of Lords really doesn’t make sense to anyone except the English. Looking back I don’t think they had any Idea what Canada would look like 140 or 150 years hence. At that time they did not realize that Canada would eventually extend to the Pacific Ocean in the west and the Artic Ocean to the north. The original concept was that Senators would represent regions. In addition to Ontario and Quebec the third region was the Atlantic with two provinces then. Each region was allotted 24 senate seats. So New Brunswick and Nova Scotia had 12 senate seats each. When Prince Edward Island joined Confederation they were given four seats and the other two provinces were reduced to
Lodge has increased by 35 per cent from last year, which is approximately $10,000 more than last year. The 2013 requisition for the Paintearth Lodge from the Town of Coronation is $37,820. The town of Coronation is mandated by the provincial government, through a ministerial order, to pay this amount. Taxpayers will see this increase on a separate tax line on their tax bill this year.
10 each. That left the region with it’s 24. When the four western provinces were eventually formed they were allocated six each for a total of 24 for the western region. Subsequently Newfoundland Labrador received six seats and the territories one each for a total of 105 seats in the senate. As you can see this has weighted the senate numbers in favour of the east. To start the reform process the government drafted Bill C-7. If it became law it would do two things. First, it would propose that each province hold elections for senators. The Prime Minister would then be obligated to appoint those elected to the senate when there was a vacancy. Second, the legislation would limit the term of a senator to nine years. A sitting senator could not run for re-election. The age limit of 75 would no longer apply for senators that were elected. If this proposed legislation were to pass in the House of Commons and the Senate it would be a start. To get an equal senate would require a constitutional amendment with the approval of the 7-50 formula from the Constitution Act of 1982. That formula requires that seven provinces representing over 50 per cent of the population would have to agree on a number. I think it will be a
long time before that happens. Before the government proceeds further with senate legislation they have asked the Supreme Court to consider the constitutional amending procedure for reform to the Senate. The questions referred to the Court are: term limits for senators; democratic selection of senate nominees; net worth and property qualifications for senators; and abolition of the senate. Australia does have a Triple E Senate. Their senate has 76 senators. Twelve senators are elected in each of the six states and two in each of their two territories. The senators are elected by proportional representation. That way the smaller parties usually have some representation in the senate and the governing party almost never has a majority in the senate. This would be a good model for Canada but the Constitution Act of 1982 will make it very hard to achieve. There is debate now about whether the senate should be reformed or abolished. I am strongly opposed to the abolition of the senate. I think legislation needs to be vetted by a separate government institution to make sure it serves the interests of all citizens. The NDP want the senate abolished and it is not difficult to see why. Can you imagine what that party could do to
Canada if they ever got into power without an effective body to put the breaks on some of their radical ideas? I think we can all agree that in it’s present form the Canadian senate tends to be dysfunctional but in spite of that, it does serve a useful purpose. To abolish the senate now would be like throwing out the baby with the bath water. If some form of Bill C-7 becomes law it will be a start to reforming the institution. Which is criticized for being a waste of money. In the overall scheme of things I do not think this criticism is valid as legislation similar to the National Energy Program can cost the country billions not millions of dollars. In fact that legislation did. A proper functioning senate would have denied that legislation. Also legislation of that nature could cause severe consequences for the social and financial structure of the country. I say, let’s be patient and give government time to bring about some reform. After all it was one of Stephen Harpers planks when he became Prime Minister. So far he has made good on much of what he wanted to accomplish. Of course this is what the left is afraid of. Herman Schwenk Coronation
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Inquisitive and liked the challenge of learning Robert Murray Magill was born March 12, 1924 in Veteran, Alberta to Hugh and Cassie Magill. Robert had an older brother Stanley, born five years earlier in 1919. Stanley passed away in 1976. Robert married Dorothy Bailey on June 6, 1948. In June of this year they would have been married an amazing 65 years. They moved to the original homestead and his parents, Cassie and Hugh retired to the old Art Hughes place where Hugh died suddenly on June 10, 1950. Robert and Dorothy had three children: Faye, Murray and Donna. Robert lived on the family farm for 87 years. He and Dorothy moved to Magill the Hanna Lodge in February of 2011. Robert loved music. He played the accordion and the piano and in his younger years he would play at community dances with Anne Losing on the piano, Bill Kary with his guitar and mouth organ, Albert Wroe on the fiddle and Robert on the accordion. He shared his love of music with his children. Faye, Murray and Donna would sing with Robert accompanying on the piano. Many happy times were spent at the Hemaruka Hall singing at Christmas concerts, talent shows and community events. I myself recall Gramps love of the piano, when Granny and Gramps would come visit us in Sherwood Park, I’d barely say hello, and the next thing you know we could hear Gramps down in the basement playing whatever great tune on my mom’s piano. When Robert and Dorothy moved to Hanna he enjoyed all of the musical entertainment at the Lodge. You would find him there most nights with his toes a tapping. Gramps was inquisitive and liked the challenge of learning...I don’t think he ever stopped learning. He got himself a computer and his grandsons, Ian and Dwight Magill got him set up and provided ongoing technical support. He would spend hours researching. When a doctor prescribed a new medication he would head to his computer, log on to the internet and look it up, and then discuss whether he really needed it or not!! I’d love to have been there to hear those conversations with the doctor. One time the computer froze up... Gramps phoned up Ian, his ‘on call’ technician. Ian was able to log on to Gramps computer remotely from Medicine Hat. Gramps said “the damn mouse is moving and I’m not even touching it.” Robert was an avid sports fan. He would get excited at the beginning of the Oilers, Eskimos and Blue Jays season and after half the season he would say “not worth wasting the power to watch them.” Even though he’d turn off the dismal Oilers or Eskimos....he never missed any curling games... men’s curling, women’s curling, olympic curling, world championship curling, skins game curling, Gramps would watch curling matches that no one even knew existed. If there was curling on satellite, he’d find it and critique the shots. His TV only had two channels, BNN and TSN. Thank goodness Dorothy had her own TV. Robert was very determined and
optimistic. If he was told that it couldn’t be done he would set out to prove otherwise. He was an avid cattleman and cattle feeder and always open to new ideas and ventures. In the 1970’s, when European cattle were being introduced into Canada, Robert saw an opportunity, so he took an artificial insemination course and imported a full blood Simmental bull and cow. Robert and Murray artificially inseminated large groups of cattle and marketed the offspring all over Canada. The feedlot at home was always full and there were always more at various feedlots. He always keenly watched cattle sales online. Not only at Dryland but other markets across Western Canada. When Murray would phone him in the morning Robert would already know if the markets were up or down. He was always optimistic that he would be able to make a profit. He always said ‘Never fall in love with your cattle, you will never go broke by taking even a small profit.’ Robert was buying and selling cattle up until April of this year. The cattle business took Gramps all over the province leading to a few ‘mishaps’ behind the wheel. Murray recalls one story when Dad took out his 18 foot goose neck trailer and a ¾ ton pick-up. One cold winter day he tried to turn that stock trailer around in the middle of the road.... He did get it turned around, however, the cab of the truck was missing. Robert drove the truck home and when he came into the yard he was crouched down in the truck because the roof of the truck was just about touching the steering wheel. Another incident that Murray remembers is the day Dad went to the Consort UFA with the stock trailer to pick up supplies. When he came out of the UFA he said “someone stole my truck and trailer”. As he started looking around.... he saw that the truck and trailer....wasn’t stolen....it had rolled south down the hill embankment and got hung up on the ditch on Highway 12. In July of last year we celebrated the 100th anniversary of the family farm. Robert said “don’t go to all that trouble and expense -- it’s just not necessary” but after it was over he was so happy that he and Dorothy were able to spend the day with friends and family and especially his brother’s children, Joyce, Hugh and Dale. Another memorable moment for Robert last summer was riding on the Magill Family Centennial Float in the Veteran 100 year homecoming parade. Gramps has taught us many things-- honesty, hard-work, respect for others, determination and not to take the easy way out. The last few years Gramps faced many health challenges. His doctors were amazed at his determination to regain his health and carry on with life. Towards the end of his life, it was very difficult for our family to watch him struggle but he still remained strong and optimistic. That is what we will remember. Robert passed away on May 2, 2013 at the Hanna Health Care
Centre, Hanna, AB at the age of 89 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy and his three children. Faye (Terry) Strashok, Sherwood Park, AB; Murray (Marlene), Veteran, AB; Donna McIntyre, Westlock, AB. Also, grandchildren: Darwin (Olivia) Strashok, Sherwood Park; Mark Strashok, Calgary; Ian (Jody Lamb) Magill, Medicine Hat; Dwight (Christy) Magill, Red Deer; Brandy (Chris) Paton, Edmonton; Ryan (Charmaine) McIntyre, Morrinville. Great-grandchildren include Emmett and Gemma Strashok, Hudson and Ryker Magill, Raena Paton, Henry Mcintyre. Robert was predeceased by his father, Hugh Magill in 1950; mother, Cassie Magill in 1967; brother Stanley Magill in 1976.
Close The Gate For this one farmer the worries are over, lie down and rest your head, Your time has been and struggles enough, put the tractor in the shed. Years were not easy, many downright hard, but your faith transcended, Put away your tools and sleep in peace. The fences have all been mended. You raised a fine family, worked the land well and always followed the sun, Hang up your shovel inside of the barn; your work here on earth is done. A faith few possess led your journey through life, often a jagged and stony way, The sun is setting, the cattle are all bedded, and here now is the end of your day. Your love of God’s soil has passed on to your kin; the stories flow like fine wine, Wash off your work boots in the puddle left by blessed rain one final time. Take off your gloves and put them down, no more sweat and worry for you now. Your labor is done, your home now is Heaven; no more must you wait, Your legacy lives on, your love of the land, and we will close the gate. The funeral service to honour Robert’s life took place at Full Gospel Church, Veteran, Alberta on Wednesday May 8th, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. 0fficiating was Pastor Darrel Durksen. Pianist was Judy Heistad and the organist was Carolyn Devereux; they played for the congregational hymns “The Old Rugged” and “How Great Thou Art”. Prelude and Recessional music was by The Hanna Entertainers, Mark & Reinhold Fecho. The eulogy was given by Mark Strashok as well the grandchildren shared their memories of their Gramps. A tribute was given by Terry Schetzsle. Active Pallbearers were Ian Magill, Dwight Magill, Ryan McIntyre, Brandy Paton, Darwin Strashok & Mark Strashok. Cremation followed the service. Family and friends gathered in the Community Hall immediately following the service for a luncheon prepared and served by the Full Gospel Church Ladies. If friends so desire memorial tributes may be made in Donald’s
memory to The Village of Veteran Cemetery Society, Box 589, Veteran, Alberta, T0C 2S0. Condolences may be sent to corofuneralhome@xplornet. com Heather Caseley of Coronation Funeral Home was entrusted with funeral arrangements. Ph. 403-578-2928. “Knowledge, Experience And Professionalism With A Personal Touch”
Card of Thanks The families of Robert Magill would like to send a very special thank you to the Hanna Hospital, Dr. Hanna, and all the staff and residents of the Hanna Lodge for their excellent care and kindness during Dad’s time spent there. We would also like to express our heartfelt thanks to Heather Casely and staff of the
Coronation Funeral Home for their professionalism, knowledge, support and compassion throughout our difficult time. Thank you to Pastor Darrel Durkson for officiating and providing comforting words to all of our family and to Judy Heistad and Carolyn Devereux for playing the piano and the organ. Thanks to Terry Schetzsle for sharing your special memories of Robert during the service. A special thank you to Mark and Reinhold Fecho for the great music before and after the service. We wish to thank our wonderful community for the visits, phone calls, cards, food, flowers and prayers. Your kindness and thoughtfulness will not be forgotten. The Magill Family
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Ben Oscar Weich December 5, 1925 - May 7, 2013 Ben Oscar Weich passed Ben’s passions were horses away peacefully in the early and fast cars. He enjoyed morning of May 7, 2013 at wood working and farming. Our Lady of the He was a good father Rosary Extended who was very forCare in Castor, giving. He loved Alberta. He is surspending time with vived by Daughter, his grandchildren Linda (Terry) and great grandchilSteinke; Sons: Glen dren and was known Weich and Kevin for his hospitality. (Linda) Weich; 6 Private family Grandchildren and arrangements. If so 10 Great grandchildesired, donations in dren; and Brother, Dan and Ben’s memory may be made Sisters: Helen Suelzle and to the Canadian Cancer Emma Suelzle. Society: 325 Manning Road Predeceased by his wife, NE Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. June; Brother Walter and Condolences may be Sisters: Mary Hoffman and offered at www.hannafunerDoreen Patzer; alchapel.com.
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Tribute by Darryle-Lynn Townsend On behalf of myself, my brother, sisters and our families we thank you for coming to help us say goodbye to our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was the foundation to our family and meant the world to all of us. She was much more than a mother. She was our best friend, there wasn’t much in her 86 years she hadn’t done. She definitely was a multi-tasker. She did have a ‘to do’ bucket list, I know of only two things that didn’t get accomplished. One was to go on an African Safari, and the other was to be on The Price is Right show. She was feisty, outspoken, so full of life and in our family she ruled, she called herself the head of the Mafia. When the son-in-laws came into the family, they were told Christmas would be spent every other year with her and her children, and on the off years they could be with their other families. The second rule was no hats ever at the dining room table - Casey and Dennis really loved that one. After moving from the farm to town, Mom had a boarder who was a lifeguard at the swimming pool. When he left he gave Mom a turtle for a keep sake. This really started something. Everyone gave her a turtle after that. So today Mom, your children and their spouses are wearing a turtle for you. Mom was always active and on the go, sitting still and doing nothing was not her. On a camping trip with Kay and Errol, Kay taught Mom how to crochet afghans. She probably made over 300 throughout the
years. This past Christmas she taught her great-granddaughter Jasmine how to make them. Above all, her greatest joy was to spend time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The grandchildren called her Nana and her great-grandchildren called her Gigi. She had a room with a TV in every home and knew our kitchens better than we did. No option when it came to cooking, she ruled there too. That was our Mama, “always in charge”. Every summer we’d have a camp out at our farm in Drayton Valley. Mom’s favourite weekend because she had all her family together. She was always fire pit boss and team leader for the bean bag tournament that one year lasted 14 hours. She was so competitive and hated to lose, so she’d play till the end. I think most years her and David won. For the past 20 years during August, Mom travelled to Dena’s to help her master the art of pickle making. As of last year, Mom could still stuff two jars to Dena’s one, but it was always a competitive and fun time for them. In the late fall it was deer meat canning time - this Mom did with, as she called him, King Richard. They actually worked well together after a toddy or two. All holiday events she spent with her family at one home or another. Every 2-3 weeks she’d be on the road heading to Calgary, Edson, Chestermere or Drayton Valley. For the past few years, mom would come with me to visit my kids and grandkids - two is always better than one, and besides, I needed a navigator. I’d phone Jason to say we were coming and he would say the “two of you is this a package deal”. Yeah, I guess we were! This past summer, Mom and I went to Edson to see Cody, Adrianna and Wyatt. Mom couldn’t wait to play Cody’s piano, which she did. Her nickname for Wyatt was “cowboy”. She played and he danced. When we’d stay at Jason’s house, Brayden would ask Mom questions about when she was a little girl. She enjoyed telling him stories about her childhood. Just a couple of weeks ago, Mom helped Jasmine with a school project regarding Russian history and her ancestry. Mom involved herself as much as possible with her great-grandchildren. When Mom would house sit for Dena and Dave she always looked forward to going to Deb and Dennis’ to spend a night. She called Dennis the “Captain” as he always had a fire going and a Brusky for her. Later Deb would give her a massage - this she loved. As you can see, Mom’s favourite flowers were yellow roses. Carson made sure Mom had roses on special days. Mom always looked forward to Cindy’s morning and evening phone calls as Cindy was Mom’s time keeper. When Brittany graduated with her degree in nursing, Mom was so proud, and I’m sure she’ll be with you in spirit this fall on your special day. David and Mom always had their own little thing going on. He’d call her Lilly and she’d call him Baby David. He’d turn the television to the Nascar races, thinking Mom liked to watch them with him. Dave, I’m here to tell you she didn’t! Mom was a bling, bling splashy dresser with her animal print outfits. The wilder the better. She always kept us wondering what she’d come out wearing next. As usual, this past Christmas she did her own shopping, presents for everyone. When asked why she was going to Calgary a week early, she says “I’m cooking Christmas dinner plus my Russian dishes. Casey’s coming and I’ve got to make his noodley and everything can’t be done in a day you know.” On Christmas Day when the door opened for the last time and Casey and his children Talon, Emerson and Bryson came in followed by Brandy and her children Dominic and Evan Mom’s face lit up like a Christmas tree. She had her wish of having the family together. Dena says “What am I going to do?” She insists on doing all the
cooking. “You know who won that argument.” And cook it she did! After her visits with family she’d have to get back home to Coronation. She didn’t want Leanne and Donnie worrying about her, as they looked after everything for her whenever she was away - besides, Donnie would be wanting his Apple Pie and it was time to check in on her friends, Herb and Laura, Annie and Lucille. Mom you truly were an amazing lady and it’s going to be so hard for us to be without you, but you’ve left us with many great memories and in our hearts you will always be. Give Dad a kiss and hug from all of us. And Mom, it’s got to be 5 o’clock somewhere.
Card of Thanks A special thanks to Rev. Sue Hertell for her comforting words at the service. Also to Mom’s nieces Leanne McLean and Janice Orr for the eulogy. We sincerely thank our family and friends for their overwhelming support at this difficult time. The visits, calls, cards, messages, flowers, gifts of food and memorial donations were greatly appreciated. Also thanks to the Oilwives Club who helped prepare and serve the lunch following the service. Thank you to the Coronation Funeral Home for their professional services, especially Heather Caseley who helped us so much. In lieu of thank you cards, the family will be making a donation to the Coronation Cemetery. Darryle-Lynn, Richard and Family Carson, Lorna and Family Debbie, Dennis and Family Dena and David Cindy
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Lilyan Adelene was born May 26, 1926 in Coronation, Alberta, the youngest and last surviving child from a large family of four brothers, Nick, Ed, Ted and John and three sisters, Louise, Juanita and Darlene. The Osetsky family was well known in local and surrounding area for their family band and their love of a good party. Ted, Ed, Darlene and Lil were the main members of the band made up of drums, guitar, violin and piano. Lil grew up in the Coronation area and taught school until she was married in 1948 to Vernon Lester Carl, better known to everyone as “Bud”. They lived on the Carl family farm at Silver Heights raising their five Carl children, Darryle Lynn, Carson, Debbie, Dena and Cindy until 1967 when they moved into Coronation for Cindy to start Grade 1. Through the years, playing softball and watching the men play hardball was Lil’s passion in the summer months. She was a very competitive athlete and always played to win. In the winter it was curling she loved and she was known for her victories on the ice, but if she lost she always had a million excuses why. After moving to Coronation, Lil was an active member of the Legion, later to become an Honourary Member. She also held the position of District Deputy in the Royal Purple during its active time in Coronation. After playing ball, their love of the outdoors and sports continued with taking up fishing and golf. Lil was a wonderful seamstress and she loved to sew for her kids and people in the community. For several years prior to the loss of Bud in 1999, they travelled extensively, going south to Arizona for the winters. Lil’s love of music was always put into practice wherever she went. While in Arizona she belonged to a band that entertained on a regular basis at the community hall. Happy hour was a great part of her day and she was always ready to break into song if the opportunity presented itself. They loved their motor home and enjoyed camping with family and friends, taking in the good fishing for the summer months. Lil continued to go south for the winter for a few more years but in the last few she chose to remain in the cold (complaining the whole time). This allowed her to spend more time with family. Lil travelled a lot to be with her children, helping them out whenever she could. She was always teaching someone something, she was a wealth of knowledge and information. There truly was nothing she couldn’t do and do it well. She passed very suddenly the afternoon of March 24. She will be missed.
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Showers, showers and more showers at Alliance It has been a very interesting week. Three bridal showers, Mother’s Day breakfast, Friends of Battle River Railway meeting, WI convention and garage sales. On Saturday, May 4 there was a bridal shower for Roxanne Van Hecke and Mike Field at the Battle Bend School. It was a mixed shower as the custom is for that area. Mike’s folks, Wayne and Lorraine Field of Lamont, his Aunt Charlene, Uncle Mel and Aunt Bonnie of Spruce Grove were there. Roxanne’s grandfather, Hugh Derrough and her aunts, Marilyn and Sherry came from Lougheed. Cousin Melissa and family from Sylvan Lake, Cousin Donna and Mike and the boys from Calgary came. Bobbie-Jo and children from Red Deer and Dustin from Hardisty also attended their sisters’ bridal shower. Mike and Roxanne have two children, Brayden and Madison who were very much a part of the shower and will be in the wedding party on June 15 in Lamont. Betty Saruga and Karen Barnes hosted the shower. The Field’s will make their home in Fort Saskatchewan. Terry Clark is home after spending a couple of weeks in hospital, much of it in Red Deer with his faithful wife at his bedside. Edwin Odell, long time Alliance resident, now living in Killam, had surgery on Monday at the University Hospital in Edmonton. He is still in hospital but recovering well. On Sunday, May 5 there was a bridal shower for Nicole Nychyporuk at the Fun For All Center. At the head table were, Nicole, her sister Becky, maid of honour and bridesmaids, Myra Cameron of Edmonton and Carmen Frank of Sedgewick. Out of town guests were her grandmother, Dorothy Piche of Denzil, Saskatchewan and Aunt Carrie of Provost and Aunt Lana and her children, Madison and Lindsay of Elk Point. Nicole is marrying Josh Morton of Sylvan Lake on June 15 in Alliance. They live at Bentley.
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I met the new employee of Clean Threads on Sunday. Dodd and Terry went to New Brunswick to hire him. Micheal (I think that is the spelling, pronounced Mig ell) is living in the old Ulrich house. On Saturday, May 11 there was a bridal shower for Ashley Sacha at the Community Hall. There were lots of guests from out of town. Maid of honour, Jessica Hatton came from Edmonton and bridesmaid Melissa Giron came from Sherwood Park. Ashley is marrying Rocky Bishop later this summer. This is the young couple who have purchased the Guhl place. Karin McCracken, Lilas Lysne and I attended the Provincial Convention of Alberta Women’s Institute in Camrose on Wednesday. Karin is our handicraft convenor, she collected all our entries and brought them home including the prize ribbons. Lilas now lives in Edmonton and we were happy she could join us. Tuesday evening the KARE Girls club came to the convention. Anik Kuefler brought Alyssa and Ryleigh Bunbury right from school up to Camrose. Dixie Streicher brought Amy and Emily from
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4613 Imperial Ave., Coronation Older well cared for 3+1 bedroom bungalow located on a Large lot east of the school in Coronation, AB. Fenced backyard, carport, main floor laundry, all pt of SW20-34-10-W4- 37.56 appliances and window coverings. acres approx. 20 km south/east of Listed for $114,900 Coronation AB. 4 bedroom 2 bathroom bungalow, south and west facing deck, single attached garage, work shop, cattle shelter, 2 water wells, cross fenced. Listed at $210,000
4614 Westminster Ave., Coronation- 5 bedroom 2 bathroom bungalow in excellent condition. Single detached garage, fenced yard, all appliances, hardwood, upgraded bathrooms and more. . Listed at $189,000
5018 Alexander Ave., Coronation One owner 3 level split across the street from the gold course in Coronation, AB. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, single attached insulated garage, custom oak SW3-37trim and cabinets, all appliances, fenced 10-W4 backyard, shed and other extras! Listed County of Paintearth Home 1/4 located 7 miles north and east of for $199,900 Coronation. This property features a 2450 sqft 3 level split, a double detached garage with work shop, an older hip roof barn and other out buildings. The yard has a gorgeous well developed stand of trees featuring numerous pine. Land currently under summer fallow. Listed for $425,000 22 Fairway Place, Veteran 1991 Triple E mobile 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, open floor plan, new siding and deck. Exceptional 28’x30’ double detached insulated and heated garage. Listed for $130,000 pt of NW3135-9-W4 Approx. 6.29 acres located east of Coronation. 3165 sqft 1 1/2 storey home. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, patio, deck, wood fireplace, major above 4609 East Service Road, grade renos! The exterior features well Coronation developed landscaping and an insulated and heated shop with a 12 foot overhead door. 6.75 acres 2040 sqft double wide 3 Listed for $459,900 Go to screasy. bedrooms 2 bathrooms, double detached ca to view interior photos of this garage, and a 40’x70’ insulated/heated shop with two 14’ overhead doors, plus BEAUTIFUL acreage! HIGHWAY exposure. Listed for $225,000
4714 Windsor Ave., Coronation Unique character home! Vaulted ceiling in the living room, loft & bedroom that over look. Several updates, spacious dining room, bathroom with jetted tub, open living room with skylight, a fenced backyard with deck, shed, small garage. REDUCED $96,900 $89,900
SE 4-37-10-W4 County of Paintearth 123 acres 6 1/2 miles north and east of Coronation. Upgraded double wide, detached garage/barn. Developed yard and shelter belt. Currently in summer fallow. Listed for $225,000
4612 Alexander Ave., CoronationBeautiful 4 bedroom 3 bathroom 3 level split located on spacious lot. Features include; lark deck, fenced yard, heated garage and many more. Substantial renovations and a large addition make this home a must see!
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Bungalow - Halkirk, Two Lots, Covered Porch..........................................................$94,500 Farm w/Residence - Buffalo Lake Area, Out buildings, Barns ........................................ $1,000,000 Bungalow - Castor, Scenic lot, aeration fountain ....................................................$70,000 Bungalow - Stettler, Open concept, Main floor laundry ...............................................$369,000 24 Acres, Bare Land - Big Valley Area, Nicely treed, Close to paved road .............................................$100,000 Hair Salon/Spa - Castor, Well maintained, Established, Recent upgrades............................$110,000 Bungalow - Coronation, three lots, home all on one level, 2 sheds.......................................................... $ 45,000 Commercial Property - Erskine Area, 1- 40x40 Shop and 1- 64x68 Shop................................................$225,000 Acreage w/Residence - Erskine Area, Rolling Hills, 3 Car Garage ..........................................................$395,000 Bungalow - Halkirk, Large mature lot, All on one floor ............................................................................$92,500 Bi-Level - Stettler, Re-modeled Kitchen, Freshly painted, Easy care flooring ................$250,000
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5017 Imperial Ave. Coronation 720 sqft bungalow,2 bedrooms, 4 piece bathroom, and spacious backyard. Included in the sale are 4 appliances. This home is located on a quiet street close to the golf course. Listed @ $69,500
Rural Pt of NE 34-37-10-W4 - 12.59 acres County of Paintearth - excellent 1848 sqft home 4 bedrooms, office, 2nd kitchen, fireplace, large double garage insulated and heated, beautiful yard with well developed trees and a fantastic 4 acre man made lake with a sand beach and Dock! Listed for $495,000 MUST SEE!
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Short Stop Liquor Store, Coronation Excellent opportunity to purchase a successful business in Coronation, AB. Asking Price includes Building, Business, all equipment and $150,000 inventory. All Offers Considered.
$10,000 Cash Back to purchaser 4914 Norfolk Ave. Coronation 1440 sqft double wide on 4 lots located close to all amenities. 3 bedrooms, large walk in closet in master bedroom, 2 bathrooms one 4 piece one 3 piece, separate laundry area, front and back covered decks, fenced yard , 2 storage sheds, fruit trees, 6 appliances and window coverings. Reduced $90,000 Commercial Building Coronation $79,900 All Offers Considered
5 bays and additional vacant lot, excellent income property. All 5 bays have been rented to the same tenants for many years. For revenue information and further details contact Shelly. Listed at $365,770
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Seeding is well underway with some warm summer-like temperatures of the last two weeks. Stacey Bell of Clive, Ab. has 800 acres to seed and has hired Ed Cole to seed Hard Spring Wheat. Bell recently retired from 27 years of full time work at the Clive Seed Cleaning Plant and is now focusing full time on his mixed farming operation.
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FIRE BAN NOTICE Effective 6:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 8, 2013 the County of Paintearth No. 18 is imposing a FIRE BAN to extend throughout the County of Paintearth No. 18. All outstanding Fire Permits Issued under the Forest and Prairie Protection Act are suspended until further notice.
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by Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist ultimately determines reproduction. to match the cow to the surrounding enviNorth Dakota State University Extension However, increasing nutritional inputs ronment. Cows will perform within their Service carries a cost, so cow genetics needs to be given environment if given the opportuAs the calving season winds down, evaluated at the same time. nity. Fall culling seems a long way away, check the calving book. Count the Are the cows the right ones to match but now is the time to start thinking number of cows that calved within 21 the available resources or nutrition? Most about it and evaluating. days from when the third mature cow cow herds are developed on-site and are a calved. After that, check the number that product of generations of cow families The calving book holds the answers to calved the next 21 days and the next 21 that have successfully adapted to the most questions. Producers just need to days. Keep counting until you get to the ranch. Buying cow herds and moving look at it. Count the cows and calves and end of the calving book. them often will end in failure. This not then evaluate and take action. Enter the Why? The No. 1 one indicator - let me only fails but also generates more calving data into a good performance prorepeat - the No. 1 indicator that the cows expenses that ultimately become difficult gram such as CHAPS and study the within a cattle operation fit the manageto pay back. calving distribution table thoroughly. rial program is timely reproduction. In The industry often used to move cattle Apply the Lazy L technique, which Self loading/ other words, they calve on time. to find nutrition. It was a production means getting rid of the proper mix of unloading, The type of cattle operation is not system essentially based on Longhorn older and late-calving cows. Positive pres17 or 34 bale important, nor is when the calving season cattle. 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Castor Squirts gear up to play the Coronation Steelers for the first softball game of the season May 8 in Coronation. Both teams play in East Central Alberta Little League. Pitcher, Morgyn Jordahl and second base, Devon Johnson go for the ball in their warm up while Lyn Peach, short (left) follows the action.
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Coronation and Castor RCMP members recognized Sergeant Colm Fitzgerald has been with the RCMP for 28 years and has served with the Coronation RCMP for close to three years. Fitz-gerald sees the RCMP as his calling in life, rather than simply a job he must do. Fitz-gerald was born in Saskatchewan and is married. Constable Paul Surette is leaving his station in Coronation to move to Blackfalds, Alberta. Surette is one of the senior constables in the Coronation RCMP. He has been with the RCMP for four and a half years and has been stationed in Coronation for four years. Surette views being in the RCMP as a way to help others in the community. Surette is also a D.A.R.E. instructor. He is originally from Nova Scotia and is married. Constable Brian Marinelli has been working in Coronation for 26 months and has been with the RCMP for 32 months. Marinelli also views the RCMP as a way for him to help people. He is also from Nova Scotia and is married with one child. Constable Zach MacMillan will be leaving his station in Coronation this year
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Force. Many members of the Force • The RCMP has its own tartan. To have had their names immortalcommemorate the 125th anniversary of the Force, a tartan specific to ized by places in Canada being named after them. the RCMP was approved and designed in 1998. After its creation, • The last dog sled patrol was in Her Royal Highness Princess Anne 1969. The patrol went from Old arrived in Fredericton, N.B. to forCrow, Yukon Territory to Fort mally present to the Force and the McPherson, North West Territory, Canadian public the official which is a distance of some 500 Certificate of Accreditation from the miles. Two teams went on this Scottish Tartans Society. patrol with a total of 21 dogs.
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D.A.R.E. instructor. He thrives off the excitement a career in the RCMP brings. His favorite part of the job is working with children to steer them in the right direction. He is also interested in serious investigations that come along with being an RCMP officer. Almusa is married with two children. Laurie Meissher is the detachment clerk at the RCMP office. She arrived in Coronation with her husband in December, 2012 and hails all the way from Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories. Meissher has been with the force for 18 years. Other members of the detachment say she is a god send and is very knowledgeable at what she does. Constable Corey Hall is the newest member of the detachment. He began his career in the RCMP here in Coronation April 1, 2013. Hall is 24-years-old and is from Calgary, Alberta. Constable Diana Stratton will be stationed in Coronation very soon. She’s been with the RCMP for three years and is married.
• Women first engaged as regular members of the RCMP in 1974. The first female troop of regular members began training in September of 1974 and graduated in March of 1975. • The son of famous English novelist Charles Dickens was a member of the North-West Mounted Police. Francis Jeffrey Dickens began his career in the Force on November 4, 1874 and served until March 1, 1886.
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2007 CHEV Silverado 1/2 T, 4 X 4, 4 doors, original owner, coated box with cover, power bucket seats, loaded, 168,000 km, asking $16,000, Call 403575-0202, Coronation.
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IH # 46 sm sq. baler with stooker, 9 ft. roller packer, stock rack, 3 pt. H equipment. Phone evenings, 780888-2210.
2005 HARLEY Davidson Motocycle for sale, 23, 686 km, great condition. Call 403-578-4249.
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Specializing in monthly accounting for farms and small business ANTIQUE armoire, $275; queen futon with a wooden frame, $40. Ph. 403-747-2597. GORGEOUS Spruce trees. 4 - 6 ft., $45, machine planted, fertilized, mulched. Minimum order 20. Delivery charge: $75 $100. Quality guaranteed. Crystal Springs 403-820-0961.
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403-616-6610 • Calgary, AB WHITE Spruce trees for sale. 4 - 6 foot $35 each. 6 - 8 foot $45 each. Delivered and planted. Delivery extra. 403-305-8201. METAL roofing & siding. Best prices! 36” Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-2638254.
R.V.S FOR sale by owner. 2004 Sandpiper 32’ 5th wheel. 2 slides, oak interior, skylight, central air, mint condition. Asking $16,000 o.b.o. 780-461-6166, Edmonton.
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403-742-4815 STEEL building Blowout Clearance Sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6, 860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca. 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. SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.
CARS & TRUCKS 2008 DODGE Ram 3500 Mega cab, dually SLT. 137,000 kms., 6 sp. auto, emaculate, original woner. Have all service records, $29,000. 403-7405354.
Trailer Repair • Brakes • Wiring • • Wheel Bearing Repacks •
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FEED & SEED BALER oats, 95% germination, clean, no wild oats. Ken Nielsen, 403-8548090. 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, 1-877250-5252
LIVESTOCK FOR Sale. Purebred 2 year-old Charolais bulls. Horned & polled. Semen tested, ready to go. Red factor & Whites, thick & sound. For more information contact Ralph Thornton, Sharp Hills Ranch Ltd., Sedalia, Ab. Ph. 403-577-2480 or cell 403-664-0731.
LAKEFORD Polled Herefords Red Angus Top Quality Bulls Semen Tested “Ready to WORK for You” Contact: Dave 780-385-2226 Dan 780-385-2298 Killam, AB
FOR Sale. Red and Black Angus yearling heifer bulls, $1800. Ed & Blaine Davidson, Lougheed, Ab. Phone 780-384-2354, 780888-2123, cell 780888-7585. SILVER Shadow Charolais bulls. Easycalving: All herd-sires have been proven on heifers. Gainability: 205day wts 745825lbs (without creep feed). Quiet disposition. Excellent haircoats. Will be semen tested and delivered. Off farm sales only. Coffee is always on. Ph. (780) 853-2587 Vermilion, AB. BLACK Angus yearling bulls for sale. Semen tested. Contact Roger Spady, 780-879-3941 YEARLING & two year old red Simmental bulls from AI Sires. Call Ron VanLanduyt, Botha, Ab. 403-742-4201 FULL blood Texas Longhorn bulls for sale. Four beefy type 2 yr old bulls left. 2 b/w, 1 r/w, 1 red roan. Bill & Linda Smith, Endiang, 403-5792410, Bill’s cell, 403854-1947. FOR Sale: Red & black Angus yearling bulls. Semen tested & delivered. Pugh Farms. Call 780-7552207 or cell 780-8061319. SIMMERON Simmentals, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963. CHAROLAIS BULLS Quiet. Easy-calving (all herd-sires proven on heifers).Excellent growth. Semen tested. Ready to go. Silver Shadow Charolais 780-853-2587 or 780853-3408
WANTED WANTED pasture for rent for mares and colts. Rod 403-7404723, 403-579-2483. Please leave msg.
BUSINESS OPPT HERBAL Magic Franchise for sale in Stettler. Canada’s Largest Weight loss Company. Excellent business opportunity to work under the Herbal Magic Franchise framework. Processes, policies and procedures are already in place to ensure your success. A detailed list of all assets included in the sale will be provided to prospective buyers. (Does not include building) Please contact Shantel for inquires: shantelbaker@telus.net SMALL market franchise = Big Market Potential! Low cost, full training/support, exclusive territory and respected national brand makes Crackmasters Windshield Repair & Replacement the perfect business for small markets. Call Mike 1-888-349-2729. MAKE fast cash Start your own business. Driveway Sealing Systems, lawn aerating units. Possible payback in 2 weeks. For more information call today toll free 1-800-4650024. Visit: www.protectasphalt.com. RESTAURANT and Pub for sale. Whitecourt, Alberta. Great hilltop location. Sales $1.6 million. 110 seat restaurant, 160 seat lounge. $299,500. Call Leo at 780-778-1207. MAKE money and save lives. We are offering exclusive rights in your area, 100% guaranteed return of investment. Don’t pay until you see your business up and running. Earn up to 100K per year. Voted top vending program in North America. Absolutely no selling involved; www.locationfirstvending.com. 1-855-9333555.
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HELP WANTED LOOKING for a responsible, hard working, reliable and friendly individual with air brakes ticket to operate an Okanagan Fresh Fruit stand in Forestburg, Castor, Coronation area from mid June to mid October. Competitive wages, great hours. Please contact Jackie @ 403-894-9794. ELECTRICIAN required, experience preferred. Fax resume to 403-578-3036, Thornton Electric (2011) Ltd. CLEANING person required for the ECA Review office in Coronation, 2-3 hrs. approx., ea. week, evening or weekend preferable. Please call 403-578-4111, Joyce.
FULL-TIME office person required for material management & support staff for sales; Mac computer and computer trouble shooting skills preferred but not necessary, circulation; proofing ad and news copy; typing; answering phones and various other duties in a fast paced, busy environment. Must be very organized, work well independently as well in a team environment. Opportunity for advancement into management. Please send cover letter and resume to publisher@ ecareview.com or mail: ECA Review, Box 70, Coronation, Ab. T0C 1C0. For more info call Joyce, 403-578-4111. CENTRAL Peace Natural Gas Co-op Ltd. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required. Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net. Fax 780864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.
Stettler Seed Cleaning Plant is looking for a self-motivated energetic individual for their plant. Mechanical aptitude required. Some farm knowledge a must. Computer skills an asset. Must have good ‘People Skills’ as dealing with a diverse group. This is a great opportunity for long term employment in a great community. Salary negotiable. Benefits after 90 days. Email resume to bobanderson67@hotmail.com Fax resumes to 403-742-2925 or apply in person
We are now seeking a full-time employee for the following position in the Stettler branch:
• Field Service Technician
DETAILS:
The following qualifications are required: • Journeyman Heavy Equipment Certificate and/or Journeyman Millwright Certificate and/or Journeyman Automotive Certificate. (Consideration would be made for 3rd/4th year apprentices). • Gas compression experience an asset. • Must be highly motivated and a positive attitude is key.
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All levels of experience are welcome. This job will require work in inventory management, scheduling, sales projection, human resource management, and financial management. As an A&W employee you receive: • An opportunity to advance and grow within CMJ Foods Ltd. • Food discounts • Competitive pay (annual salary 42,000/year paid weekly, opportunity for quarterly bonuses) • A great working Climate • Health Benefits (eligible after 6 months) Apply now at aw.ca. We look forward to hearing from you! - The Team at A&W
Duties would include the following: • Field work as assigned including some shop work. • Screw and reciprocating compressor package maintenance and overhauls. • Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Competitive wages • Excellent benefits (health, dental, life insurance, disability etc.). • Participation in company RRSP program with company match. If you are interested in a career with an established Energy Services company please apply in person at 7201-50 Ave., Stettler, Alberta or please fax your resume to 1.403.742.6901 or email your resume to: mbowles@vortexservices.ca For more information on Vortex Production Services, please visit our website at: www.vortexservices.ca We thank all applicants and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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HELP WANTED SALES position available at the ECA Review. The ideal candidate must be motivated and take the initiative to sell multiple media products, including, on-line advertising and special products, work with existing customers and develop new customers. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Valid drivers license & reliable vehicle. If a rewarding challenge resonates with you, send cover letter and resume to publisher@ecareview. com or mail to ECA Review, Box 70, Coronation, Ab. T0C 1C0. For more information call Joyce 403578-4111. $100 - $400 cash daily for landscaping work! Must be competitive & energetic. Honesty is a must! Please visit us at: www. PropertyStarsJobs. com. AN Alberta oilfield construction company is hiring dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction 780-7235051. NEED TO advertise? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 403-578-4111. LEVEL 2 Water and Waste Water Operator required for Elinor Lake Resort. Call 780623-3993.
PYRAMID Corporation is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780955-HIRE. REQUIRED Immediately - Labourer for water well drilling firm, located S.E. of St. Paul, Alberta. Variable shifts. Must have Class 3 drivers licence, drivers abstract required. Fax resume to 780645-2880 or 780-6451114. AUTOMOTIVE Technicians. Licensed, 4th year & 3rd year Technicians required. Signing/moving allowance, full company benefits, very aggressive bonus/pay plan. Ford experience preferred, but not required. Denham Ford, Wetaskiwin, Alberta. Email resume: Attention: Dean Brackenbury; dbrackenbury@denhamford. com. MILLWRIGHT and Electrician required at Edson Forest Products a division of West Fraser in Edson, Alberta. $37.67/hour with full benefits. Trade certification required. Fax 780-723-3783 or email: esuter@sundanceforestindustries. ca. MEDICAL Transcription rated #2 for work-athome. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-4661535; www.canscribe. com.
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Bounty Onsite Inc. Stettler is currently seeking a positive, energetic individual to fill the position of
Purchasing and Inventory Control (Parts Person) The Purchasing and Inventory Control will be responsible for keeping records of parts and Inventory received. Basic duties: • Responsible for the purchasing, procurement, shipping, receiving and maintenance of inventory. • Maintain inventory control records, monthly reports. • Ensure everything required for the operation is acquired at the right time with the best price requirements and rush orders (hot shots) are expedited accordingly. • Prepare requisition orders to replenish parts, supplies, monitoring core returns and warranties. • Monitor accuracy of all inventory levels, recommending any necessary changes to management and resolving any inventory discrepancies in a timely manner. • Implement an inventory management system. • Coordinated the movements of goods from vendors and returns. • Responsible for time to time supplier evaluation. Qualified candidates should have or a combination of the following: • Trade Certificate related to Parts/Inventory • Ability to utilize multiple computer programs, including Microsoft Suite and database software • 2+ Years experience in a parts position • Knowledge of Oilfield, Industrial, Safety, Automotive products • Clean Driver’s Abstract/ Valid Class 5 License • Ability to operate forklift in a safe and responsible manner Only qualified applicants will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide references.
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a local General Freight Company is looking for a
Part Time Delivery Driver Travel area is from Stettler to Edmonton or Red Deer. 20-30 hours per week. Some heavy lifting required. Must have a minimum Class 3 license with air brake endorsement. Please fax Resume in confidence to 403-742-2890
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Bounty Onsite Inc. Stettler is currently seeking a highly motivated, energetic individual for an
Outside Sales Position Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain relationships and further expand existing accounts • Support stock levels at customers locations • Prospect new accounts and develop into established customers • Assess customer sales volume, product interests • Manage customer requests and quotes • Demonstrate an understanding of company products and services Job Requirements • 2+ years in a field sales position. • No fear of prospecting/drop-in in person sales calls • A good reference for your skill abilities • Clear communication skills and professional • Willingness and desire to learn • Good time management skills • Self starter and minimal supervision • Previous sales in industrial, safety, automotive supplies an asset • Valid driver’s license We offer: • Competitive wages based on qualifications • Benefit package offered after 3 months employment
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Prism Integrated Solutions Inc. Tornado Hydrovacs, Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for:
in Forestburg is looking to fill the following positions:
Labourers, Industrial Painters, Sandblasters, and Welders.
• Journeyman / apprentice welders • Service and Vent Assembly Tech • QC / Safety Manager Experience a must • Shop Labor Hands
at our Manufacturing Facility located at 4102 44th ave, Stettler, AB. Willing to train if candidate has related basic skills or experience. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward resume to hr@petrofield.com or Fax 403-742-5544
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A Journeyman Welder position exists at the Sheerness Mine, located approximately 25 km southeast of Hanna, Alberta. Position Profile: This position reports directly to the Maintenance Foreman. The primary duties of this role are to use mig and/or stich welding processes to fabricate and perform repairs on equipment and draglines and any other duties as required. The incumbent will also prepare forms and reports and provide training and work direction to apprentices and assigned helpers. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have an Interprovincial Journeyman Welding Certificate, possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License, be physically fit and have the ability to co-operate and work effectively with other employees. Sherritt Coal offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and provides the opportunity for personal growth and development. Closing date: May 21, 2013 Please e-mail or fax your resume and cover letter to Attn: Human Resources: E-mail: careers.PEMSHM@sherrittcoal.com Fax: 403.854.5201 We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We would kindly appreciate no phone calls.
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• Organize equipment and personnel. • Handle all incoming calls to dispatch office and all after hour calls using professional telephone etiquette. • Record lists of requirements from customers • Provide timely support and information to drivers and sub-contractors. • Ensure that all duties are completed professionally, competently and in the best manner possible. • Coordinate closely with facilities operations and production operations, to ensure all calls are dispatched and handled according to plan.
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Maverick Oilfield Services Ltd We are an oilfield maintenance and construction company currently seeking a
Mechanic for a permanent employment position in our Provost operation. Requirements: Education: • High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Courses and certification in specific maintenance procedures required. Experience: • Requires a minimum of two years experience as a mechanic working on similar equipment. • Working knowledge of the oilfield industry is a plus. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: • Working knowledge of engines, fans, pumps, generators, hydraulics etc. • Ability to provide accurate work to the specifications given and confirmed by a quality inspection. • Ability to communicate to all employees within the company. • Ability to work independently. • Ability to make reasonable and logical decisions based on rational thought and common industry methods and procedures. • Possess analytical and mathematical skills as related to reading diagrams, drawings, and directions and applying them to hands-on work.
If you have these qualifications and you are looking for a rewarding career, please apply today by sending a resume, safety tickets and drivers abstract. E-mail: Pat.Doetzel@mavoil.com, fax: 780-753-2453 or drop it off at 3808-52 Ave., Provost.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of accuracy with excellent communication and organizational skills. • Have a positive attitude and the ability to work in a fast paced team environment. • Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent. • Knowledge of transportation and logistics execution • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, and willingness to accept increased operational responsibilities • Ability to multi-task and prioritize conflicting tasks • The ability to work independently and with minimal supervision • A high level of attention to detail • Self-motivation, dependable and reliable • Safety conscientious If you have these qualifications and you are looking for a rewarding career, please apply today by sending a resume, safety tickets and drivers abstract. Fax 780-753-2453 or phone 1-780-753-2992
MAVERICK OILFIELD SERVICES LTD.
Maverick Oilfield Services is the leading provider of Oil & Gas Construction and Transportation Services. Delivering safe, efficient, innovative quality solutions with our highly skilled team.
Maverick Oilfield Services Ltd. is seeking a
Journeyman or Registered Apprentice HEAVY BOOM TRUCK OPERATOR for its operations for lifting, moving oilfield equipment, materials, over dimensional loads, etc. within Company service and cost objectives. Candidate must possess the following skills and responsibilities: • A minimum of 2 years oilfield experience in Class 1A driving as a ticketed Journeyman or registered apprentice • Experience training is considered an asset • Creative and energetic personality with a positive professional attitude • Experience in the National Safety Code as applied in Alberta and capable to follow all regulations • Ability to multi-task • Exceptional communication and customer service skills • Committed to Safety • Capable to work in a flexible schedule • Ability to operate Company equipment efficiently and safely to provide superior customer service Candidate would have the following duties: • Operating 20 to 45 tonne Boom trucks • Tractor-trailer, extended length tractor-trailer combination, • Documentation knowledge of driver logbook, crane logbook, bill of lading, inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, trip reports, accident or incident reports. • Load chart reading and lift planning • Ability to follow all operating procedures and safe rigging practices If you have these qualifications and you are looking for a rewarding career, please apply today by sending a resume, safety tickets and drivers abstract. Fax 780-753-2453 or phone 1-780-753-2992, or drop off resume at 3808-52 Ave., Provost, AB
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BLUE GRASS Sod Farms requires fulltime Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic with experience managing people, parts and equipment. Competitive wage with benefits; debbie.lefeuvre@bg-rd.com or fax 403-342-7488. NEWCART Contracting Ltd. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season. Journeyman/ Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes@newcartcontracting.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets. INTERIOR Heavy Equipment Operator School. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853. NOW Located in Drayton Valley. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780621-3953. Fax 780621-3959. INTERESTED in the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php.
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AUCTIONS MEIER Gun Auction. Saturday, June 1, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns, miscellaneous. Call to consign 780-440-1860. BUD HAYNES Gun Auction. Sat., June 1, 9 a.m., Red Deer. Reinhold Stolle Collection, Marien Caron’s Mountie collection, over 600 lots & 200 12-6 prohibs. Phone 403-347-5855; www.budhaynesauctions.com.
COMING EVENTS ALCOHOLICS Anonymous meetings Saturdays, 8 p.m. Coronation Evangelical Free Church basement. Call Bill 403-5755131 or Kathy 403578-3909. NICONNA’S Greenhouse opening May 1. Nick & Donna Kozak, 780-879-2240. 11067-602 sec. rd., 13 1/4 miles east of Alliance. 1 3/4 miles west of junction sec. rd. #872 & sec. rd. #602. Large variety of bedding plants, herbs, vegetables. Also urns & hanging baskets.
KICK OFF Senior’s week! Paintearth Lodge Annual Senior’s Week Pancake Breakfast. Monday, June 3, 7 - 10 am. Cost - $6 per person. Everyone welcome. PAINTEARTH Lodge Annual Tea & Bakesale. Thursday, June 6th, 2 - 4 pm. Everyone welcome. 61ST Annual International Oilmens Golf Tournament, Edmonton, June 18 21, 2013, Highlands Golf Club & Belvedere Golf & Country Club. Enter online at www. iogt.ca.
CARD OF THANKS THE RESIDENTS and staff of Assisted Living and Long Term Care would like to thank M & N Construction for the use of their bus for transportation to the Senior’s supper. The meal and entertainment put on by Coronation School was fabulous! Also a big Thank You to Hugh McLarty for donating his time and the supplies for our birdhouse project.
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ARE YOU Applying for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefits? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-7933222; www.dcac.ca. MONEYPROVIDER. COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660. BANK said no? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-4378437, Belmor Mortgage.
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CRIMINAL record? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-2281300/1-800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearch.com.
TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY FOR RENT in Sedalia, Ab. 3 + 2 bedrm home, 1 1/2 bath, large kitchen. Detached double insulated heated garage, all on 4 well treed lots. Rent $800/m + utilities, or for sale for $45,000. Call Effie Thornton, 403-8543656.
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Clark Builders requires
FOREMEN for projects in the Medicine Hat & Brooks areas. Must have commercial Construction experience. Contact us at: 1-877-416-6815 Email: careers@clarkbuilders.com Fax: 1-888-403-3051
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Brenson Trucking from Wainwright is looking to hire
Truck Drivers
with Class 1 license and have experience pulling Super B trailers in the oil field. Must be 25 years or older with First Aid and H2S training. Apply with resumes to Fax 780-842-6453 or email: Brenson@telus.net
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Carpenters, Apprentices & Labourers with Equipment Experience for projects in the Medicine Hat & Brooks areas. Must have commercial Construction experience. Contact us at: 1-877-416-6815 Email: careers@clarkbuilders.com Fax: 1-888-403-3051
Wild Rose Co-operative Association Ltd.
Lumber Estimator Sedgewick Service Centre, Sedgewick, AB The Lumber Estimator will be responsible for preforming a variety of duties in a fast-paced and retail setting including, but not limited to: reading and deciphering building plans, preparing building materials lists for requested products, site investigation, quantity/material estimates, general square foot estimates, preparing and following up on quotations, writing up work orders, checking estimates for extensions, accuracy and errors, budgeting, cost control and staying aware and informed of all new materials or techniques by attending material manufacturer’s seminars, trade shows, etc. Lifting up to 40lbs. is required. The successful candidate must possess the ability to work as part of a team, possess excellent leadership, communication, organization, and sales skills. Related experience in the Co-operative Retailing System with a sound knowledge of accounting/mathematical principles, Seljax estimating program and a general construction knowledge are considered assets.
Class 1A or Class 3A Drivers: Driver Sales Representatives (2 Positions) Killam Bulk Plant, Killam, AB
The Driver Sales Representatives will be responsible for preforming a variety of duties in a fast-paced and retail setting including, but not limited to: providing customers with good, efficient, courteous service, having product knowledge and sales skills through the attendance and participation of training sessions, completion of daily light truck maintenance, some duties associated with inventory stocking and taking inventory, complete up-to-date in-house training and certifications via manuals and videos and ensuring safety compliance. Wild Rose Co-op offers a competitive benefit program including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matched Superannuation Pension, Employee Discount, Yearly Bonuses, Educational Assistance and much more!
To apply or for more information, please contact: Crystal MacLean, Human Resources Manager (780) 672-3107 c.maclean@wildrosecoop.ca
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Gus Wetter Spring Prom • Friday, MayWe24 lcome
Commencements @ 8:00 • Grand March @ 10:00• Everyone
This Spring Prom page was sponsored by.... Battle River Credit Union 403-882-3950 Castor & District Housing Authority 403-882-3244 Castor Food Fair 403-882-3031 Castor Home Hardware & Building Supply 403-882-3144 Castor Liquor Store 403-882-3855 Castor OK Tire 403-882-4040 Castor Sheet Metal 403-882-3388 Castor Value Drug Mart 403-882-3055 Clearview Public Schools 403-742-3331 County of Paintearth 1-888-882-3156 D & L Methanol 403-882-2621 Double R Liquor Store 403-882-2433 DuraBull Projects 403-884-2233
East Central Alberta Review 403-578-4111 East Central Appraisals & Consulting Inc. 403-882-4555 Filipenko Brothers Construction Ltd. 403-882-3311 Gus Wetter School 403-882-3242 Houston’s Custom Fencing 403-741-8694 Jordahl Enterprises 403-882-3944 Performance Paint & Body 403-882-2163 Rock Solid Oilfield Inc 403-740-6000 Kevin Sorenson, MP - Crowfoot Constituency 1-800-665-4358 Sunrise Construction Ltd. 403-882-3101 Town of Castor 403-882-3215 White Goose Family Restaurant & Castor New Gas 403-882-2333
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Boys in the back from left to right: Lihan Tolmie, Kaden Kopas, Gerene Cole, Geoff Smith, Mike Green, Layne Barth, ns and Brandon HerbySymo Wold. Girls in front from left to right: Devona Schafer, Tee Bossert, Alyssa Severin, Caylen Belcourt, Kaitlynn Tange, Canadine, Tori Blanca Checkel, Dallas Creasy, Tarisa Golby, Samantha Hewitt and Erin Tellier. ECA REVIEW/KC Creations
2013 Coronation Graduation Exercises
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7 pm at Coronation School Gym Grand March and Dance to follow
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Coronation Seed Cleaning Co-op 403-578-3810 County of Paintearth 1-888-882-3156 Dafood Concession and Catering 403-575-0205 East Central Appraisals & Consulting Inc. 403-882-4555 East Central Alberta Review 403-578-4111 Expressions of Honor 403-578-4667 Frontier Family Restaurant 403-578-3010
Goulet Trucking 403-578-4137 Hanson Well Servicing 403-578-3999 Lamontagne & Son Holdings 403-578-3736 M & N Construction 403-578-2016 McKenzie Motors 403-578-3866 Pyramid Corporation 403-578-2584 Rollie’s Backhoe 403 578 3266 Kevin Sorenson, MP, Crowfoot Constituency 1-800-665-4358 Three Star Services 403-577-3211
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Mumbai is the melting pot for India Continued from Gordon and Deb Smith’s article, in the May 9 issue, on their intriguing life experiences in India.
We’ve taken lots of photos of the people. Particularly those that dress in the more traditional garments.
The people
We’ve almost got our apartment furnished and repainted. Gordon’s observation is that no matter where a person lives, the wife always seems to find an interior decorator. Apparently those people are not unique to western countries. Anyway, subject to receiving a few stands for below the televisions, the place looks great. The painter did some very unique texturing on a few of the walls. Gordon is in the modular home business. Last week he washed the wicker basket that we keep our fruit in and set it by the window to dry. Someone else said not to put it by the window as the crows will fly in and take it, for which Gordon replied “impossible”. Anyway, after returning from our walk about Bandra, the basket was gone and Gordon experienced an “I told you so” moment. Guys, don’t you just hate it when those moments happen? The crow now has the most upscale nest in the neighbourhood. Deb’s keeping herself busy. Each week she works at a construction site teaching English to the children of the workers. And then twice a week the teacher becomes the student when she takes her Hindi lessons. She has now mastered how to say hello in Hindi,
Our Life There is a different culture in Mumbai, but not to near the extent we thought it would be. Probably because Mumbai is the melting pot for India where people come from all over the country so that they can make their wealth here (at 80 rupees per day). The one thing that frustrates us is there is no respect for queuing up. You can stand in line for a cashier, security at the airport, a sporting event, etc. and people come up and push their way in front of you. While going through security at the airport when travelling to Delhi, Gordon was putting his laptop in the bin, etc. and someone came up, grabbed bin and put it in front of Gordon then started dumping his stuff in. Rather than saying anything, Gordon just picked up his bin and walked around the person and plunked his bin in front of the other guy. This didn’t even fizz on the other guy - darn! Of course it did make Gordon feel better. And then there is the other extreme, whenever we look lost, people seem to come out of the woodwork and offer assistance. Once, while in a crowded shopping area, we were looking for a photo booth and had no idea where to go. One shopkeeper approached us and spends a fair bit of time walking us a few blocks to the shop we were looking for.
understands the quantity of fruits and veggies she is buying and able to state the day and time she wants the door to door fish and produce to arrive. By the way it’s Mango Season in India! So up until June we are finding every possible way to eat them. Believe me, we aren’t holding back on this opportunity, and our present worry is, the round orange mango stain surrounding the mouth won’t disappear after the season is done. We continue to meet many people from other countries that are on secondment. It is amazing the life some of these people have. One Canadian couple we met have been working out of the country for 17 years and it looks like they are now planning on a work project in Australia. The guy above us works for the French consulate. The countries of many of the people we’ve met include the US, Canada, the UK, Belgium, France, Germany, Japan, Romania and Australia. The highlight coming up for us is in mid May we travel to Spain to meet up with our sons. Gordon and Kyle return home after 10 days and Deb and Darren are then going to France for an extra three weeks. Also this past week we had our first Edmonton
visitors, George and Ann Hammond. They are on a cruise ship that stopped in Mumbai for 12 hours, which gave them enough time for a short tour of the
city and dinner. George and Ann have now experienced a bit of our life in Mumbai. Take care, Namaste Deb and Gordon
An elderly lady enjoyed the waves in Goa. ECA REVIEW/D and G Smith
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Kenyan recording artist performs locally Bethany Zacharias
ECA Review Journalist Singer/song writer, Eunice Njeri, travelled thousands of miles from her home in Nairobi, Kenya to visit Alberta and share her gospel music with its people. On Friday, May 3 Njeri performed at Coronation’s community center in front of a 120 member audience at the Ladies Concert and Dessert Supper. Njeri “She has an amazing voice,” said Terry Belcourt, pastor of the Evangelical Free Church. Njeri came to Alberta to live and travel with friend, Kimberley Thulien of Red Deer. Thulien met Njeri when she was working in Kenya on a missions trip. After it was decided that Njeri would come to Alberta, it took three attempts at applying for a travellers Visa before Njeri was allowed to enter the country. Njeri is the second oldest in a family of eight children. Growing up in Nanyuki, Kenya, she always had a passion for music and shortly after
moving to Nairobi in her early twenties, she released her first album titled “Bwana Yesu” in 2007. After its release, Njeri was recognized as the New Artist of the Year in 2008 at East Africa’s Groove Awards, a part of Africa populated with approximately 144 million people. Njeri has been nominated for several Groove awards over the years and won Songwriter of the Year in 2011. On May 8 of this year Njeri learned she was nominated for Female Artist of the Year and that her song titled “Nimekubali” was nominated for Worship Song of the Year in the 2013 Groove Awards ceremonies. Njeri says her songs and albums come from a place of worship. “My desire is to be a part of what God is doing,” says Njeri. “To see people saved and to see people worship.” Njeri arrived in February and will be in Alberta until the end of July. During her time here she has preformed at several different venues across Alberta. Her next stop will be in Lethbridge.
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