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Gordie and the Boys provide lively concert in Coronation Katie Davis News Reporter Some styles of music never cease to entertain, uplift and set the good times a-rollin’. For Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys, entertainment comes naturally through their east coast style of old time rockabilly and folk stylings. The Charlottetown, PEI group fiddled and stepdanced through Coronation Community Centre on November 1, 2013 to an enthused and upbeat crowd. The band played a wealth of original music and covers, ranging from Johnny Cash to oldtime East Coast folk tunes. Their music touched upon all facets of life lived in earnest; from broken relationships to bailing hay. Gordie and the boys swapped instruments amongst each other with ease, continually upping the intrigue of the show. Feats of
talent and excitement - such as Gordie fiddling whilst standing on the upright bass - added increased showmanship to an already wildly entertaining set. The show was indicative of why Gordie and the Boys have experienced many accolades in recent years, including being honoured the Galaxie Supernova Award at the 2012 Ottawa Folk Festival for outstanding live performance. “We’re known for our upbeat music,” says fiddle player and band namesake Gordie MacKeeman, “our live shows are upbeat, toe tapping type stuff.” MacKeeman says the band came together after a myriad of gigs as backup musicians over the years. “Mark [Geddes, drummer] and I were roommates, and began making fiddle CD’s for the fun of it,” says MacKeeman, “A band that we were with at that time happened to split ways, and we just kept getting asked to do
shows... and we haven’t looked back since.” Along with Peter Cann on guitar and Thomas Webb on bass, the band has been touring the central Alberta region through Alberta Showcase. “You come up and you perform for theater buyers, and [Alberta Showcase] books you for the next year,” says MacKeeman, “so that was very beneficial to us,. That’s why were in a lot of these smaller areas that you might not typically stop into. We’ve been having a blast so far; we’re all rural boys ourselves so we feel very comfortable.” The band celebrated their three year anniversary as a group in October, which is fitting that they swung through Coronation at around the same time. The band provided an uplifting display of talent and charisma, indicating a strong certainty that they will be playing for many years to come.
Checkel remains Chair of Clearview Schools Brenda Schimke News Journalist In a secret ballot Ken Checkel received more votes than Yvette Cassidy and was re-elected as Chair of the Clearview School Division at its organizational meeting on October 30, 2013. Newly elected trustee Dave Goodwin was named Vice-Chair by acclamation. The Chair and Vice-Chair positions are appointed for a one-year term.
No fiddling around; MacKeeman and his Boys played a seriously entertaining “Many strengths,” Checkel comments show on November 1, 2013 at the Coronation Community Centre. The show In seeking support, Checkel acknowledged that was one of the series of five performances put on by Coronation Royal the Board had a difficult couple of years and had Performing Arts. ECA Review/K. Davis
INDEX Clearview School.............................2 Hanna Town Council .......................3 Town of Stettler ...............................3 Stettler County ................................3 Obituaries....................................4 - 5 Hanna School news ........................11 Real Estate/Homes ................. 11 - 12 Alliance news ..................................12 Classifieds ................................ 13 - 17 Gadsby news....................................17 Hughenden news........................... 19 Agriculture ..................................... 20
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been pulling apart rather than pulling together. He felt his relationships with staff, parents, communities, teachers and trustees, as well as his commitment to work with people, schools and administration were important attributes moving forward. “The chair is just one of the seven trustees and does not have a monopoly on good ideas,” said Checkel. “Everyone is encouraged to bring new ideas to the table”. In a subsequent telephone conversation Checkel said when ideas are brought to the table by individual trustees, they need to convince the majority of their colleagues and ideally all of their colleagues the value of that idea. Turn to Trustees, Pg 2
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Understanding the funding Brenda Schimke News Journalist Immediately following the organizational meeting on October 30, 2013, Clearview School Trustees met for their first board meeting as a new council. The primary purpose of the meeting was to update new members on what the Board has been doing, the three year education plan due at the end of November, and the District’s financial position and budgeting process. “A lot of people know that the government uses different school-based formulas to allocate funds,” said Associate Superintendent Peter Neale, “but many
people don’t understand that the money does not belong to the school that generates it.” How the Board allocates funds is often different than how the amounts are earned. “There are requirements that we must do as a District under the Education Act which the government does not provide funding for,” said Neale. Two specific items mentioned were the administration funding envelope that was eliminated a number of years ago and the two transportation grants eliminated last year. The cost of bussing keeps increasing, transportation grants are based on per capita funding, not on per kilometre, so by
Trustees taking the oath of office The new Clearview School Board. (L-R) Back row: John Schofer, Ken Checkel (Chair), Dave Goodwin (Vice Chair). Front Row: Karen Holloway, Staci Gerlitz, Cheri Neitz, Yvette Cassidy. ECA Review/ Submitted Cont’d from Pg 1 A strong show of support actually gets things accomplished. “I’m optimistic about working with this Board,” said Checkel. “We have many strengths. When attitudes are positive and we’re pulling together, our communication to our public will also be better.”
“More openness,” Cassidy comments
Big Valley - Yvette Cassidy, John Schofer (alternate) Botha – John Schofer, Cheri Neitz (alternate) Brownfield and Coronation – Ken Checkel, Karen Holloway (alternate) Byemoor – John Schofer, Karen Holloway (alternate) Donalda and Erskine – Cheri Neitz, Yvette Cassidy (alternate) Gus Wetter – Karen Holloway, Ken Checkel (alternate) Stettler schools – Staci Gerlitz, Dave Goodwin; alternates are Cheri Neitz, John Schofer and Yvette Cassidy Liaisons for colony schools will be the trustee who represents the ward where the colony is located. Staci Gerlitz and Dave Goodwin are alternates to colony schools located geographically near Stettler. The Board designated Eileen Johnstone as Acting Superintendent on an as needed basis, until the Organizational Meeting of 2014-2015. In respect of the teachers and support staff who received no remuneration increases, there was unanimous consensus among the trustees that they also leave their remuneration schedule unchanged. Associate Superintendent, Peter Neale, advised the Board that they have some of the lowest per diems in the province. The remainder of the meeting was spent appointing Trustees to various committees. Those appointments can be found on the Clearview School District website at www.clearview.ab.ca
As a strong proponent of transparency and accountability, Cassidy offered leadership that would see fewer debates away from public oversight. “Every time we go behind closed doors or have long phone calls before Board meetings, we are restricting our public from hearing the debate and providing feedback.” During a subsequent interview, Cassidy acknowledged she had become disillusioned over the way the Board had handled the decision on the Stettler Schools consolidation pilot project. From her perspective, it was the most important decision the Board had made in years. To have it debated and decided behind closed doors and then dropped on the public was unacceptable for her point of view, and resulted in a lot of unnecessary negative fallout. “My parents are smart and involved. They’re on the internet and they challenge me constantly and that is a good thing,” said Cassidy. She is excited to once again represent the students in her ward and to work with Ken Checkel and the rest of the Board. She will continue to work towards changing the culture to more openness by encouraging Board members to do more debate in front of the public and less business in-camera and behind closed presents doors. Trustees taking the oath of office were Yvette a comedy by Ken Ludwig Cassidy, Ken Checkel, Karen Holloway, Cheri Neitz, John Stettler Community Hall Schofer, Staci Gerlitz and Dave Cocktails 5:30pm, Dinner 6:30pm Goodwin. Trustee liaisons Book your Staff Christmas party now!! for school councils Tickets available were named as Wells Furniture, Main St. Stettler. 403.742.3223 follows:
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necessity, dollars have to be shuffled around. The two transportation grants that were taken away were used instead to fund the new Equity of Opportunity and Inclusive Education grants announced by the government. As well, a school board is required to have a superintendent, associate superintendent, board of trustees and the administrative component that goes with these positions. School boards have also found it more economical to centralize some services such as payroll, computer purchases and support and photocopier purchases. To fund these positions and centralized services, the Board assesses an administration fee to each school. School boards are given a percentage range that can be used for administration. Clearview School Board uses 3.6 per cent of gross revenue for its allocation to central office. It is at the low end of the range of allocations allowed by the province which supports the Board’s commitment to maximize the dollars going to individual schools. The District will likely see some reductions in the Small School-by-Necessity grant this year. The cut-off to receive this grant is 290 students and it appears that Coronation School is right at 290. Another cut School Districts are dealing with is the reduction of English as a Second Language funding from seven years of support down to five years. In Clearview there are 96 students who qualify for this funding because their mother tongue is not English. Of these 89 are represented by children from Hutterite colonies. Neale also spoke about the importance of reserves to help weather the financial storms without having to lay off staff. He spoke to things such as enrollment fluctuations, reduction in funding, staff or student changes and school deficits that result in unplanned cash calls. Clearview currently has an unrestricted reserve of $545,000.
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New Town of Stettler Council ready to begin Brenda Schmike News Journalist
Town of Stettler Mayor Dick Richards takes the Oath of Office from CAO Rob Stoutenberg on Friday, November 2, 2013 in Stettler. ECA Review/Submitted
The 39th Council of the Town of Stettler was sworn in by CAO Rob Stoutenberg on Friday, November 2, 2013. Stoutenberg explained that the Oath of Office should not be taken lightly. According to the Oxford dictionary, an oath is a “solemn promise, often involving a divine witness, regarding one’s future actions or behaviors.” Those taking the Oath of Office were Mayor Dick Richards and Councillors Malcolm Fischer, Al Campbell, Will Brown, Karen Sernecky, Sean Nolls and Councillor Darcy Bachman. The Council once again agreed that the Office of Deputy Mayor would be held by each councilors on an 8-month rotational basis, starting with Councillor Malcolm Fischer. In his opening comments Mayor Richards
stressed the importance of functioning as a team. “It doesn’t mean we have to agree on everything, but it does mean that we are open to debate on the issues in a mutually respectful way,” said Richards. “Throughout the term of office, individual Council Members will likely not vote with the majority on some motions, however once a vote has been taken,”
explained Richards, “the resulting majority decision is Town Council’s official position.” In order to provide responsible and good government and to assist the entire organization in functioning effectively, efficiently and collectively, all Council Members must support and endorse decisions based on the democratic processes prescribed in the Municipal Government Act.
HANNA COUNCIL
Hanna Town Council. (LR) Back row: Larry Stickel, Richard Preston, Cathy Watts and Jerry Kruse. Front row: Gerald Campion, Mayor Chris Warwick and Jason Smith. ECA Review/Submitted
The new Town of Stettler Council. (L-R) Back Row: Darcy Bachman, Malcolm Fischer, Will Brown and Sean Noll. Front Row: Al Campbell, Greg Switenky, Dick Richards, Rob Stoutenberg and Karen Sernecky.
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Hanna Council organizational meeting The Hanna Council organizational meeting took place October 29, 2013. Chris Warwick, a councillor last term, ran for mayor and was elected by acclamation. Mayor Warwick’s grandfather, Lawrence Warwick, served as mayor for the Town of Hanna from 1949 to 1951.
Cathy Watts and Gerald Campion returned for their second term. Although new to council this term, Larry Stickel served on council from 2004 - 2010. Richard Preston, Jason Smith and Jerry Kruse are new members of Council.
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New councillors taking the Oath Brenda Schimke News Journalist The County of Stettler held its organizational meeting on Wednesday, October 31, 2013. Newly elected councillors taking the Oath of Office were Ernie Gendre, Joe Gendre, Dave Grover, Greggory Jackson, James Nibourg, Wayne Nixon, and Les Stulberg. Wayne Nixon was acclaimed Reeve and it was agreed the Deputy Reeve would be rotated among all Councillors on an 8-month rotational basis. Joe Gendre will be Deputy Reeve until June 30, 2014. The remainder of the meeting involved elections to fill various committee positions. Election results were as follows: Agricultural Service Board – Joe Gendre (chairman); Greggory Jackson (vice-chairman) Municipal Planning Commission – James Nibourg (chairman); Les Stulberg (vice-chairman)
County of Stettler Assessment Review Board – Ernie Gendre, Joe Gendre, James Nibourg, Les Stulberg and three members at large. To date, there are two membersat-large vacancies to be filled. County of Stettler Subdivision & Development Appeal Board – seven members at large (six members were appointed; one position needs to be filled); two members with a professional designation in municipal planning (yet to be appointed). County of Stettler Weed Control Act Appeal Board – four members-at-large (to date, there have been no applications received). Ideally these positions would be filled by a farmer or an individual with a good knowledge of weeds. Additional committee appointments can be found on the County of Stettler’s website at stettlercounty.ca. The first regular meeting of the County of Stettler will be on November 20, 2013 at 10 am in the County Council Chambers.
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OBITUARY
Kind spirit, loving and caring heart Eleanore (Heck) Servonnet 1932-2013 and their children Victoria and Kalan. It is with great sadness that we She is also survived by her siblings, announce the sudden passing of our dear Marie (Al) Hoolaeff, Elizabeth Zielbauer, mother, mother-in-law, sister, grandAnn Williams, Ed (Betty) Heck, Peter mother, aunt and friend. Eleanore was Heck and Bernadette (Chuck) Gutfriend, born March 23, 1932 on a farm west of and an aunt Frieda Heck, as well as many Mendham, Saskatchewan to parents nieces and nephews. Christian and Katherine She was predeceased by her Heck. She spent her younger husband Martial Servonnet, her years and twenties in the parents Christian and Katherine Mendham area, helping raise Heck, her sister Rose Thomsen, younger siblings and providing and brother Mathew Heck. quality child care to many famiPrayers will be held Thursday, lies in the area. She was a Ward November 7, 2013 at 5 pm and Aide in the Prelate, Mass of Christian Burial on Saskatchewan Hospital before Friday, November 8, 2013 at 1 pm moving to Calgary. That is at Our Lady of Grace Catholic where she met and in 1967, marChurch in Castor, Alberta. Servonnet ried her husband of 22 years. Interment will take place at From 1973, until her passing Our Lady of Grace Cemetery away on her farm near Scapa on with luncheon to follow at Our October 29, 2013 she spent many years Lady of Grace Catholic Church. dedicating her life to the farm, her aniMemorial contributions may be made to mals and raising her children. She also Alberta Breast Cancer Foundation, proudly adored her 10 grandchildren. STARS, or Alberta Heart and Stroke She leaves behind four children: son- Foundation. To view or send condolences Daniel (Tania) Servonnet, their to the family please go to www.parkviewchildren Dayton and Amy; daughters funeralchapels.com Katherine (Raymond) Heilman, their May Eleanore’s soul rest in peace! children Christian, Anthony and Parkview Funeral Chapels & Elizabeth; Marguerite (Kerry) Crematorium entrusted with the care and Tennant, their children Joshua, Aleah, funeral arrangements, for further inforand Logan; Geraldine (Ken) Fleming mation please call 403-882-3141
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MP Leon Benoit is hosting a series of Town Halls across the riding and invites his constituents to come out and share their thoughts with their MP.
This will also be an accountability session and MP Benoit will hold a question and answer forum. Town halls in your area are listed below. A full list of the dates and locations of his town halls can be found on MP Benoit’s website www.leonbenoit.ca
Wednesday, November 13 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Allan Johnstone School, 4840-50 Street, Hardisty, AB 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Killam Agriplex Multipurpose Rm, 5175-51 Ave., Killam, AB
Friday, November 15 9:10 - 10:20 a.m. Wainwright High School, 800-6 Street, Wainwright, AB *check in at office upon entry to school.
12:45 - 2:15 p.m. Provost Public School, 4504 - 52nd Ave., Provost, AB
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Castor Community Health Centre, 4909 50 Avenue, Castor
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Consort Community Hall, Sportex 4602 50 Avenue, Consort
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Friday, November 15*
The topics covered will include: • The Speech from the Throne • The 2014 Budget input
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during this two hour program. • Brownfield School - Mondays 9:30 am – 11:30 am • Lower Level Prov. Building Coronation Tuesdays - 9:30 am – 11:30 am • Paintearth Lodge – Castor Wednesdays 9:30 am – 11:30 am
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Coronation Community Centre 4820 Government Road Coronation
Wednesday, November 20 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday, November 21
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Delburne Community Hall 2034 21 Avenue, Delburne
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Hughenden Community Hall, 16 McKenzie Avenue, Hughenden
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The best sense of humour a person could encounter William Edward Golby “Ed” passed away peacefully on October 28, 2013 at Our Lady of the Rosary Hospital in Castor at the age of 70 years after a courageous battle with leukemia. Ed had been diagnosed 15 years previously but had learned to manage it very effectively. Ed was born in Coronation on November 26, 1942 to Bill and Marie Golby of Silver Heights. He was Bill and Marie’s second child, after following the birth of the only girl in the Golby family, Laura. After Ed’s arrival came six more brothers: Leonard, Clarence, Allan, Larry, Roger and Brian. It was a very busy household, poor Laura had to deal with all those brothers! Ed and Laura attended grades 3 and 4 at Theresetta Catholic School in Castor where they stayed at the Convent with the Sisters during the week. Following this, they attended school back at Silver Heights until grade 8 and then attended Brownfield School. Ed was horrible at completing his homework, so he’d wait until Laura had gone off to bed and then would take a peek through her notebook. Ed never missed a deadline until Laura caught on to his tactics and started hiding her books. After Ed left school, he went on to work at various jobs and found himself in Vermilion where he met his bride of 51 years, Annette May Collins. They were married in July of 1962 in Vermilion, two days after Annette’s 18th birthday. They resided in Vermilion until that fall and then came back to Silver Heights where Ed worked for a local rancher for a few years. In 1966, Ed and Annette relocated west of Brownfield where they established their family farm. Their first son, Kevin was born in October of 1963, followed by Kenneth in January of 1965. Victoria was their first daughter, born in October of 1967, followed by another daughter, Valerie in February 1972. Ed always said Valerie was found in a ditch outside of
Camrose as she was a bit of an afterthought! Ed had the best sense of humour a person could encounter. Even through his illness, he was always giving the nurses a hard time and if he wasn’t teasing someone, he wasn’t happy. He loved to pull a good prank on his friends and one of his favourite tricks was to grease the door handles of someone’s vehicle. It was always funny the first time, but if the unlucky soul forgot about the grease and got it again, Ed laughed even harder. One of his favourite past times was a game of crib and was usually at the stake of a loonie. Ed spent many hours at their lot at Marie Lake playing crib with friends and was always chuckling if he could skunk someone. Everyone who played him had to be careful of Ed and his sneaky way of counting his hand more than once! Ed also loved curling with friends and family and spent many years “bonspieling.” His curling highlights included scoring an eight ender at a ‘spiel in Coronation and competing in Provincial playdowns for the Brier. Ed and Annette farmed in the Brownfield area for over 30 years, until they semi-retired in 1994, moving into a mobile home on the home quarter, while Ken’s family took residence in the original house. Ed wasn’t one to sit still so he went to work for Alberta Hail & Crop Insurance until he retired from that after working for them for 14 years. He thoroughly enjoyed traveling
to all the citizens who voted for me. I will do my best to represent all residents of the town of Coronation for the next four years. - Liz Adams
to all those who voted for me on October 21 in the Municipal Election. You have given me another term and I am committed as your councillor and deputy mayor, to fulfill my duties for the citizens of Coronation.
doctors and nurses who cared for Ed while he was in the hospital, and to all who knew him for appreciating his vibrant character which showed through until his last moment.
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News Journalist Albertans are just not getting it! Texting while driving has now replaced drunk driving as the leading cause of accidents and deaths of teenage drivers. And it’s not just teens breaking the law, 47 per cent of adults admit to texting while driving. The Canadian Motor Association reports that a texting driver is 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash or near crash compared with someone who is focused on driving. The next most serious distraction is reaching for moving objects which makes you nine times more likely to have an accident. Then comes talking on a cell phone which increases your chance of an accident four to five times. The risks are high. Distracted drivers are three times more likely to be in a crash or near crash than attentive drivers, and 20 per cent to 30 per cent of all collisions involve text messaging.
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to cheat on their expense accounts. Funny, when Wallin and Duffy worked for CTV they were highly regarded. You know what really stinks in this affair? It is the cost of the audit to check out all the senate expense accounts. The latest number I have seen is some thing like $540,000. That is more than what those senators were trying to claim, so the taxpayers are still getting screwed. As you can see the media and opposition really don’t care about that. What is important is to get rid of Harper so the Liberals can get back into power and impose social programs on us that the country can’t afford and doesn’t need. Yes, what those senators did was scandalous. Not only is it scandalous, from the latest information that is available, it was also fraudulent. They deserve suspension, but now that the conservatives have put forth a motion to do just that, the liberals are opposed on the grounds that due process is not being followed and that the punishment is too severe, etcetera, etc. I don’t think the media and the opposition are too concerned about the wrong doing of the senators. They are doing their best to make it look like it was all the fault of the PM. If he had not appointed those three individuals to the senate this would not have happened. When it did happen he didn’t manage the situation correctly. Hindsight is always 20/20 and it is easy to be an armchair quarterback. I can understand the opposition hammering away at the government every chance they get but I don’t understand where the media is coming from. As far as I am concerned, they have taken the senate issue out of context. They are making a mountain out of a “mole hill”. To me that is the real scandal. There are far bigger fish to fry in this country than when did he know what! Listening to the PM’s speech in Calgary November 1st, it is clear that under his leadership Canada is a success story. For the past seven years we have had well managed government. Harper sees the big picture and that is something the media cannot comprehend.
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Katie Davis News Reporter Dave Pennington is a veteran living in Coronation, Alberta. The 92-year-old had a wealth of experience in combat during the Second World War, serving in Sicily, Italy as a Corporal with the First Edmonton Regiment. At that time just 20 years-old, the farmer’s son living in rural Alberta had his life dramatically changed by the many faces of war, including being wounded by shrapnel in Italy. Now Pennington is one of the few with the memories and experience to teach children about the trials and hardships faced during that era of humanity. In 2012 Pennington participated in Veterans Day discourse at the Veteran School. “I spoke to the kids last year; I was invited to come for Armistice Day,” says Pennington, “There were no soldiers [in the area], and the principal asked [local citizen] Terry Schetzsle if there was a
soldier around, and he said ‘yeah I knew one, Dave Pennington’.” Pennington was phoned to speak to the students, which he obliged happily. “I told them some stories,” says Pennington, “and one of the kids asked me where my medals were.”
This simple question led to the revelation that Pennington’s were discarded after being chewed by mice at his parent’s house. This sent the Veteran students alight with excitement over getting him replacement medals. Ultimately new medals were returned to Pennington straight from Ottawa, just before Easter of 2013, to a crowd of 150 onlookers, students, family and friends. “Two RCMP were there, and I thought ‘gee, the kids must be in trouble!’” says Pennington about the two officers who presented him with the medals. “They’re special kids,” says Pennington about the experience, “they really enjoy seeing all that army stuff.” Pennington notes that his Remembrance Days’ aren’t always celebrated with such fanfare. “I usually just watch [Remembrance Day services] on the television in Ottawa,” War veteran and Coronation resident Dave Pennington said, noting that this year he will experience the Pennington in his home October 31, 2013. event in Veteran on November 7.
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Remembering our heroes Rick Strankman, MLA Drumheller-Stettler For many Canadians, Remembrance Day has always been one of the most important days of the year. November 11 is a solemn day that Canadians gather together to honour our soldiers, sailors and air men and women, who served and continue to serve in the Canadian Forces. Remembering and paying respect to those who have served our country means honouring all of our veterans regardless of the era. Many decades have passed by since World War I, World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam War; but we still remember. The proud tradition of this day gives all Canadians an opportunity to honour veterans and our forces that still continue to proudly serve our country around the world. In honour of their sacrifices, we pause on this day to remember the more than 116,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defence of our great nation. Paying tribute to our service people is not a one-day-a-year thing, remembering them should happen every single day. We pay tribute to the sacrifice made by generations of Canadian military personnel for the protection of our fundamental values and thank them for defending the freedom we all enjoy today. Honouring our veterans who have served in the more recent missions is an important way of linking our past with the present. Regardless when they served, every one of these veterans have been fighting for the same purpose. They have all given a lot to achieve the peace we enjoy in Canada. Some sacrificed their lives and some returned home changed by their experiences in the line of duty.
Ultimately, all of them have been important in defending our freedom and liberty. Remembrance Day is not only a time to mourn but also to celebrate the proud military traditions of our great country and to acknowledge the contributions of those that have served. One of our proudest traditions in Canada has been the many young men and women that have answered the call to stand up for freedom and democracy. That commitment
to these values is exhibited by the brave young men and women that currently serve our great nation. We pray for their safety and well being. On behalf of the province of Alberta, I would like to express heartfelt gratitude to all of our troops who are at this very moment, risking their lives to protect our way of life and holding the torch of freedom high. Thank you to all of our Canadian heroes.
On Remembrance Day, take a moment to think of the courageous men and women whose sacrifices during wartime have led to the peace and freedom we enjoy today.
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In Hanna, Alberta there are a group of veterans and Legion members who recall Remembrance Day in a multifaceted way: as an event that recognizes the many individuals that assisted during wartime efforts - both in combat and at home - as well as the merit of remembrance for future generations. “Remembrance Day is very important; I didn’t realize until we started going to the schools and talking to the young students” says World War II veteran Sergeant Major Charles Fielding, “The young ones - grade threes. [People] said ‘They’ll never understand’, but you’d be surprised how much they do.” Fielding says local veterans have been going to schools to talk to students for 25 years. Prior to this, veterans would appear for Remembrance Day ceremonies but not to speak directly to students. “It’s just something you wouldn’t do,” says Fielding. “We’d just go in and put in an appearance.” Fielding said a teacher in Youngstown invited the veterans in to speak to the students and answer questions; after some return invitations, the veterans began accumulating items and memorabilia from their past service in the war and bringing the collection to show students. “We have quite a display for a couple old guys,” says Fielding, “They appreciate [the effort], and we don’t mind doing it now.” Dianne Lance, member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hanna Legion says the responses from students has been immensely positive. “Even the grade threes, they’ll ask a lot of questions, and Charlie [and Richard Brunner] try to answer the questions as much as they can with what time allows,” she says. “It’s really amazing.” Along with their memories and
words of insight on the nature of combat, the veterans also bring a wealth of memorabilia directly from their wartime experience. “We have steel helmets and just about everything,” says World War Two soldier Richard Brunner, of the display they bring to students and events. World War Two Corvette man Jack Machell adds that due to the packing, many soldiers didn’t have much room to carry anything unnecessary. “We didn’t have any room to carry anything, just enough to carry our pack-sack and our hammocks,” he says. Speaking to the contents of his bag, Machell notes it was comprised of a mattress, two wool blankets and the outside cover. “We used to have to scrounge a pillow somewhere,” Machell notes with a laugh, “We’d go to the airforce barracks - those guys were treated better than us - and we’d nip a pillow or two.” Fielding notes that the services provided in wartime effort was not just limited to that of the soldiers. “We had to be thankful to the people of Canada,” he says. “They gave us our supplies, they gave us our equipment, and most of all they wrote us letters.” The group noted that letters were immensely important for the morale of soldiers, and mail call was an occasion for happiness or deep sadness for the soldiers. “People would go without their meals and sometimes risk their lives to get a letter, and if the mailman didn’t bring it, his life was in danger,” quips
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Fielding. “You didn’t have the internet and cell phones and everything,” says Lance, noting that communication was limited during the Second World War so when correspondence was received, it was treasured. The group says Legions are immensely important in the maintenance and continuation of Remembrance Day services. From delivering poppies to placing wreaths on the graves of veterans; the Legion keeps the memory alive of the sacrifices made in combat situations. Richard Brunner was Legion president for six years, and Jack Machell for over 15 years. Of 454 Hanna and area individuals who went to war, 29 were killed in combat from the navy, army and airforce. “Hanna’s first casualty was a navy vet,” notes Machell, “Danny Willis.” The men are aware of the names of many casualties, being in such close proximity as soldiers hailing from a small town. Also not lost is the appreciation the vets have for those who participate in the Legion community. “If it wasn’t for Mrs. Lance and two or three others, we wouldn’t have a Legion,” says Fielding, “They got here six years ago, and her and her husband Don have done nothing but volunteer here and other places around the town. The Church, the Seniors’ Circle. The rest of us are kind of hanging on, we do what we can.” says Fielding of the Veteran participants.
Diane Lance, Charles Fielding, Richard Brunner and Jack Machell sit down to speak about Remembrance Day at the Hanna Legion on October 30, 2013. ECA Review/K. Davis
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A unique perspective on Czar Quilt show by Carol Penman On the morning of Friday October 25, Czar Quilt show organizers arrived at the Czar hall parking lot to find 20 armored vehicles. Quickly the Guild members learned that the Lord Strathcona’s Horse Reece Squadron, from CFB Wainwright, were exercising both Domestic Operations and practicing for deployments whereby they would
be in another country and have to scope out the general population to discriminate between friend and foe. As they find the friendly population they move into “Winning Hearts and Minds.” In no time at all they had won the hearts of the members of the Czar Quilters Guild assisting them with the final set-up, then taking the time to share coffee and cookies and view the Quilting displays. Truly an experience those
present will treasure for some time! This year’s show was themed, “Art is in the Eye of the Beholder” and in addition to the art of quilting, the artwork of local high school students and other artists were featured. There were 285 items showcased amid the antiques, collectibles and painted signs that boosted their show to above and beyond the normal quilt show.
Their war, our legacy Dear Editor, I am a member of The War Amps Operation Legacy, which consists of young members of the Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program who are dedicated to preserving and commemorating Canada’s military heritage by teaching younger generations about our nation’s wartime history. This year, The War Amps is celebrating its 95th anniversary. Ninety-five years ago, war amputee veterans returned from the First World War and formed The Amputations Association of The Great War. The organization later became The War Amputations of Canada at the beginning of the Second World War. As a member of Operation Legacy, I have a duty to give back to those who started the organization. I have had the privilege to learn about Canada’s military heritage and also know what it is like to live without a limb – a strong bond that I share with war amputee veterans. I have been involved with Operation Legacy for a couple years, and I believe that the message of “It was their war; it is our legacy” is an important one to share with all young Canadians. This message helps to let young Canadians know what has happened in the past and hopefully prevent events like such from happening in the future. Operation Legacy is also a way of letting young Champs and their families build a bridge, so to speak, with veterans and the past of Canada. Being involved in Operation Legacy, I have had the opportunity to donate many documentaries to the Calgary Public Library and the Military Museums of Calgary library. I have handed out bookmarks and stickers to children at my old elementary school and have done a few presentations.
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Amps Military Heritage Series documentaries, which can be ordered through The War Amps website at waramps.ca. Sincerely, Jovanna Rodney Operation Legacy Member, Calgary
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Delivering for Canadian Veterans - actions speak louder than words by Kevin Sorenson, M.P., Crowfoot from lost job opportunities because of perOver the past years as a Member of manent and severe injuries. In the event Parliament, I am pleased to report that that a Veteran has been severely injured Remembrance Day ceremonies are always in the service of Canada and cannot find well attended in my riding. I commend suitable employment on a permanent everyone who takes the time on November basis because of those injuries, an addi11 each year to stand with tional monthly support of Canada’s military veterans in $1,047.53 is available remembrance of the great sacri• Those that have completed fices they have made and rehabilitation and are able to continue to make. work but have not been able to The Conservative government find a job or have a low-paying believes that a proud nation that job, may also receive a tax-free sends brave men and women into monthly payment of up to harm’s way must stand with them $2,593.32 plus an additional upon their return; that is why $328.64 per dependent child. since taking office the • A one-time, tax-free award Sorenson Conservative government has for injuries up to a maximum of made numerous improvements to $298,587.97. support and services for veterans. • Up to $194.45 per month for wear and Through eight consecutive budgets, the tear on specially maintained clothing to government has invested almost $5 billion support a disability. in new funding to enhance veterans’ bene• In addition, veterans and their families fits programs and services. Close to 90 per may benefit from a range of other procent of the department’s $3.5 billion grams offered by Veterans Affairs Canada budget is going toward direct services and and the Department of National Defence support for veterans and their families. The government is also partnering While 90 per cent of veterans come with community-based organizations to home without any need from Veterans help deliver services to the most vulnerAffairs, not all veterans make a smooth able veterans. Through the government’s transition. For these veterans, improveinnovative partnership with Service ments to the Enhanced New Veterans Canada, veterans and their families also Charter provide tools and help to meet now have access to over 600 points of sertheir needs. vice nationwide for basic information or These benefits include: help with applications. Further, through • Income replacement that ensures their new online tools such as the Veterans annual income does not fall below 75 per Benefits Browser, and an improved percent of their pre-release military salary sonalized on-line account, veterans and with the minimum pre-tax salary set at their families can access the information $42,426. they need simply and quickly from wher• An additional monthly financial benever they are in the world. efit of up to $1,709.27 for those that suffer
In my recent journeys as a news reporter I was lucky enough to speak to local Veterans on their impressions of armed combat, Canadian loyalty and the importance of Remembrance Day. The brave individuals I spoke to noted that November 11 is an significant and symbolic day valued by Veterans and soldiers alike. It is a day where soldiers have a chance to be recognized and speak to their experiences in combat to an audience of fellow citizens. It is a day to reflect on the wounds, joys, memories and emotions that are embodied through times of War. Davie It is a day, a single day amidst 365 others, where people are called upon to show support for individuals who risked their lives, health and future outlook on humanity for the sake of our well-being as a country. The depth of Remembrance Day runs deep in our collective consciousness whether we wish to admit it or not, we are all children of War. Canadian natives; young mothers tending to the farm while their still-youthful husbands were away in terrible combat, have felt war. Children too young to recall anything beyond sensations of jubilant relief when their families heard news that the war was done have felt war. Immigrants who escaped the trauma of their native soil for a land that wasn’t closing in on them have felt war. And we’re still feeling the effects of combat to this day. I recall one of the veterans I interviewed speaking about modern warfare, and how it was a completely different kind of war than what he experienced in World War II. He noted that soldiers today are at the mercy of an often indistinguishable enemy, hidden and novel weaponry and ever changing, volatile rules of engagement. Even the symptoms of war trauma, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder are transforming; so too are the medical and emotional needs from Governmental support systems. Remembrance Day is so immensely important in gaining insight into what many of our neighbours, family and friends experience when they are involved in - or training for - roles in combat situations. It is a time to be selfless and show support for those who went to battle for the most honourable reasons; to protect the people they love. It is a time to see the many shades of human feeling, to learn from others and to experience togetherness and community between memory and the present.
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Christmas Open House SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 1-5 PM The official opening of the J.C. Charyk Hanna School CTS facility, cafeteria and student lounge was held October 30, 2013. The event highlighted various modernizations to the school, including a cafeteria focused on healthy and fresh food preparation. Industrial Arts teacher Lewis Kelly sits next to the newly purchased 3D printer and wind and solar energy control module/inverter panel. According to Kelly, the solar and wind system is part of the school’s green energy program. The control panel will be used to study and monitor the power generated from solar and wind energy coming into the shop. ECA Review/K. Davis
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Power outage east of town made it chilly by Diane Damnman Congratulations to Clarence and Tiara Wold upon the arrival of their first child. Roman Cameron Edwin Wold was born November 1 in Calgary. He weighed seven pounds, nine ounces. The young Wold family will soon be coming to Alliance to live. Ross and Karin McCracken got moved into their new residence. Meanwhile back at the McCracken farm Dwayne and wife had just moved into their house and they were faced with a cold night with the power off. The power was off up to eight hours east of town which made it a little chilly with the new snow and all. Laurie and Dennis Fuller had to go to Edmonton to get supplies for Main Street Medley so they took the opportunity to attend the concert of the Dixie Chicks. Work is progressing on the
Davidson house. Ralph and Beth are having renovations and an addition put on the house his grandmother lived in. They are quite comfortable in their RV home in the meantime. It was quite surprising to have 25 out to church on Sunday. The minister was away. The first snow of the season was coming in earnest. The change to Mountain Standard Time took place. Geoff Dean filled the pulpit in Jope’s absence. Jope had prepared the service before he left. The Alliance Seed Cleaning Plant held the annual meeting on Saturday night. They served a delicious beef dinner which is an excellent way to get members to attend a meeting. The board of directors remains the same. Tom Coppick is chair of the board. After the dinner presentations were made for long service on the board. Ken Fordice received a
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LIVESTOCK 200 CHAROLAIS cross/Red Angus cross and Simmental cross bred heifers, bred Red Angus, approx. 1200 lbs. to be sold @ Stettler Auction Mart on Nov 22. For more info call Deral @ 403883-2401.
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TENDERS THE VALLEY ski hill is accepting bids for tender for leasing and operating the kitchen at the Valley ski hill for the 2013/2014 season. Deadline Nov. 15, 2013. Send inquiries to Dawn Dalueg by email: dawn@okseptic.com
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Competition #PLRD-289 Applications are invited for a full time school bus operator in the Delia area to commence immediately. This position will support the division in providing safe and efficient transportation of students. Applicants must hold a valid Class 2 drivers license. Preference will be given to applicants who have acquired first aid certification and “S� Endorsement training, however, training is provided if required. Previous experience would be an asset. Please submit cover letter and resume by e-mail to lenore.etherington@plrd. ab.ca. Applications will also be accepted by mail or fax to: Lenore Etherington, H.R. Administrator Prairie Land Regional Division # 25 P.O. Box 670 Hanna, Alberta T0J 1P0 Fax: (403) 854-2803 Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Thank you to all applicants, but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check, Child Intervention Check and Driver’s Abstract satisfactory to PLRD, prior to commencement.
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HELP WANTED THE VALLEY Ski Club is accepting applications for seasonal workers at the ski hill for the 2013/2014 season. Positions include lift attendants, rental shop staffing, etc. Please send applications/resumes to Dawn Daleug @ dawn@ okseptic.com. Deadline is Nov. 15, 2013. WANTED Immediately: A self-motivated person with drivers license interested in electrical work. Call Blaine Martin @ 403854-0863 or email bmartin@netago.ca MUNICIPAL Foreman wanted for SW SK. Manage, operate, and maintain RM. Apply: http://bit.ly/1aldu0L or jobs@grasslandsgroup.com. 1-888-7780570.
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DIRECTOR OF Corporate Services. The Town of Nanton is seeking a Director of Corporate Services. Reporting to the CAO, the Director of Corporate Services is a key member of the Town of Nanton’s Executive Team, providing strategic leadership to the Corporation and working in the establishment of strategic direction and coordinated planning of departmental priorities and programs which align with corporate goals and objectives. The Director of Corporate Services oversees the financial operations of the Town and is responsible for all corporate services operations and leadership. For more information and to apply, please refer to www. nanton.ca.
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PERMANENT positions available in our Smoky Lake Feedlot. Pen checkers/Lead Herd Health Manager paying $20 - 30/hour depending on experience/qualifications. Yard labourers and Feed Truck drivers paying $20 - 30/hour depending on experience qualifications. Housing available. Call William 780-656-0052 or fax resume to 780656-3962.
JOURNEYMAN Automotive Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser. ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
AN ALBERTA Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call 780-723-5051 Edson, Alberta. VAC & Steam Truck Operator. Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Benefits, Camp Work, Experience an Asset. Email/Fax Resume: 780-458-8701, bryksent@telus.net.
MAINTENANCE PERSON II (PLUMBER) Buffalo Trail Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a journeyman certified plumber-gas fitter. The successful candidate must have a broad knowledge base of the plumbing and heating fields, and be able to work efficiently and effectively as part of a maintenance team. Experience in building maintenance, direct digital energy management systems, heating plant maintenance, and sheet metal installation would be an asset. A competitive salary structure as well as a comprehensive benefit and pension package are offered.. NOTE: SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK. Please submit resumes and references in writing via fax or email by 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 29th, 2013 to the address below. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mr. Randy Huxley Director of Facilities 1041-10A Street, Wainwright, AB T9W 2R4 Phone: (780) 806-2064 Fax: (780) 842-3255 emial: randy.huxley@btps.ca or dennice.reid@btsp.ca
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Agricultural Technicians and/or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with Ag experience for our STETTLER LOCATION. This is a fast-paced environment and ideal candidate would be able to work with minimal supervision, have the ability to take initiative and consistently demonstrate exceptional customer service. FUTURE AG INC. “People You Can Count On”, is offering the opportunity to grow in your career with a thriving company. We offer an exemplary benefits package, hourly salary starting at $29.00, annual work boot reimbursement, RRSP plan, sick days, monthly bonus and continuous professional training in a positive friendly environment. If you have a great attitude and integrity, FUTURE AG is offering you an exciting career opportunity. To apply, forward your resume to: Future Ag Inc. Attn: Markus Box 1510, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Fax 403-742-5626 • hr@futureag.ca
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Tri-Ag Implements, Consort Tri-Ag Implements in Consort is looking for a Journeyman or Apprentice Agriculture or Heavy Duty Technician. Qualifications include computer and diagnosing skills, be able to work as part of a team and as an individual. Must have a valid driver’s licence and experience is an asset. Must be comfortable being on call and with long hours in the busy season. Benefits include Company Health Plan, RRSP Contribution Plan, Tool Allowance, Apprentice training benefits. Tri-Ag Implements has 25 years experience in the Ag Industry. As a company, we are constantly sending our technicians to training across North America, as well as years of experience among one another.
Prism Integrated Solutions Inc.
is currently hiring for the following positions:
• Journeyman or Apprentice Welders • Assembly Staff • Sandblaster - experienced preferred, but will train • Experienced QC Manager for welding and assembly inspections and data collection Email resumes to n_thorsteinson@prismcorp.net or fax to 780-582-3922
Please contact: Lucas Latimer Service Manager Bus:(403) 577-3899 • email: triag.service@gmail.com Clearview Public Schools (Clearview School Division No. 71) requires a
Full time Educational Assistant FUTURE AG INC. owns and operates 5 branches throughout Central Alberta selling and servicing CASE IH Construction and CASE IH Agriculture equipment.
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Employment Opportunity BUFFALO TRAIL PUBLIC SCHOOLS REGIONAL DIVISION #28
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Applications are being accepted for a temporary, full-time educational assistant position for the remaining 2013/14 school year at Coronation School working half time with a 10 year old and half time with a 16 year old. Most of the instruction will be of a one-on-one nature both in and out of a classroom. Coronation School is a modern and dynamic K-12 school with 300 students in Coronation, Alberta. The successful applicant will be a student focused individual who works well in a collaborative, team oriented environment. Experience using technology in a learning environment is an asset. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current criminal record check and child intervention check prior to employment commencing. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to supply three references that have agreed to be contacted at the time of the interview. Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume electronically to application@clearview.ab.ca quoting competition number in the subject line. Applications may also be sent to Clearview Public Schools, Attn: D. Larsen, Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be sent to (403) 742-1388. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please remember to check our website at www.clearview.ab.ca for employment opportunities.
Flagstaff County is currently accepting application for the temporary full time position:
Assistant Agricultural Fieldman – Maternity Leave Position Flagstaff County invites applications for the full time temporary position of Assistant Agricultural Fieldman in Sedgewick, Alberta with employment to commence in the January 2, 2014. As the Assistant Agricultural Fieldman, the ideal candidate will possess: • Minimum of a post-secondary diploma in agricultural/ environmental related discipline. • Knowledge, skills and experience in the field of Agriculture • Pesticide Applicators Certificate (Agricultural/Industrial). • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License. • Excellent leadership and an effective level of skill in both verbal and written communication • Proficient with computer applications For more information on this position, please check our website at www.flagstaff.ab.ca. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all interested applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are interested in being part of our wonderful rural community submit resume to: Andre Bonneau, Agricultural Fieldman Flagstaff County P.O. Box 358 Sedgewick, AB T0B 4C0 Phone 780-384-4138 Email: abonneau@flagstaff.ab.ca
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HELP WANTED SEEKING A career in Community Newspapers? Post your resume FREE where the publishers are looking: www.awna.com/ resumes_add.php. ENVIROEX Oilfield Rentals & Sales Ltd. is looking for two Class 1 drivers to join our team. We’re looking for an experience picker operator as well as a tractor driver. Oilfield experience is required as well as valid safety tickets and a clean driver’s abstract. We offer a great benefit package as well as a small company atmosphere. Please fax your resume to 403501-0387 or email it to: enviroex@telus.net.
HIGHWAY Maintenance Class 1 or 3 Operators. Fulltime and part-time positions available. Openings in several Alberta areas. Fax resume to Carillion Canada 780-449-0574 or email: mcroft@carillionalberta.ca. Positions to start Oct. 15, 2103. Please state what position and location you are interested in. AUTOMOTIVE Technician. Edwards Garage GM dealership, Rocky Mountain House. Highly competitive pay plans. Sign on and/or relocation bonus based on experience. Phone 403-845-3328. Email: main@edwardsgarage.com. Attention Brent.
WINCH Tractor Operators. Must have experience operating a winch. To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the office. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus. net. Mail: H&E Oilfield Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7. For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com. PASSIONATE about travel? Do you want to work with a global leader that offers plenty of opportunity for growth and development? Flight Centre is hiring throughout Alberta. For more information, please visit www.flightcentre.ca/ careers.
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Company: Drever Agencies Inc. is a branded distributor of Petro Canada (Suncor Energy Products Partnership) which sells both agricultural and commercial petroleum products to customers in East Central Alberta. We are seeking a full-time individual to fulfill the role as:
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - Special Areas Board - Youngstown, AB
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC I SALARY: $67,014 to $72,476 per annum YOUNGSTOWN: The Special Areas Board requires two (2) permanent full-time Heavy Duty Mechanic I position’s to be filled in Youngstown, Alberta at the Special Areas Board’s modern 19 bay vehicle and equipment Service Centre. The Special Areas Board maintains a large municipal road construction and maintenance program with over 200 pieces of equipment. The Board operates a modernized fleet of equipment and is focused on predictive maintenance and minimizing downtime. Emphasis will be on analysis, repair, and maintenance (including CVIP) of gasoline and diesel engines, trucks, motor graders, crawler tractors, self-loading earth moving equipment, weed sprayers, fire engines, and other types of smaller equipment. The Special Areas does not do major component overhauls in-house (renewal & replacement only). QUALIFICATIONS: Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate, valid in the province of Alberta and several years related experience. Competition No.: 30117 and 30090
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Deliver fuel & lubricants to farmers, oilfield locations, etc. Customer service, including basic counter service as required Yard work, including loading/unloading product (lubricants, etc), Filling propane bottles. Assist with Inventory Control (counting product as required)
Knowledge/Skill Requirements: . Class 3 Driver’s License required for hauling fuel locally. . Good organization and communication skills. . Basic computer skills. . Able to work well both independently and as part of a team. . Must enjoy interacting with customers. . WHIMIS, TDG, Propane Dispensing license (all of which we provide training/coverage of costs associated.)
Compensation: Competitive salary plus attractive benefit package Interested applicants should drop off their resumes at Drever Agencies Inc. or Coronation Bulk Sales, or send by email to: wes@dreverag.com or ray@dreverag.com
CLOSING DATE: November 22, 2013
Please send an application or resume quoting the competition number to: Human Resources, Special Areas Board, Box 820, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0 • Fax Number: (403) 854-5527 SpecialAreasHR@gov.ab.ca • www.specialareas.ab.ca For more information call Wayne Bosch at Phone Number (403) 779-3733 This is a designated safety sensitive position and mandatory drug testing may be conducted. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
We thank you for your interest, but only those being considered will be contacted.
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Harvest Operations Corp. is one of Canada’s largest energy companies offering exposure to upstream oil and natural gas production and downstream refining and marketing operations. We are focused on identifying opportunities to create and deliver value with an active acquisition program and a technical approach taken to maximize our assets. Harvest has an immediate opening for a full time Field and Battery Operator in the Bellshill Consolidated area. Reporting to the Area Foreman, the successful candidate will reside within 45 minutes of the job site which is located 3.2 km’s south of highway 608 on Range Road 123.
Responsibilities: • Ensure safe and efficient operation of all well and facility equipment • Daily facility and well monitoring • Daily input and balancing of data into PVR • Optimize daily well production and monitor fluid levels • Troubleshoot operational issues and assist in resolutions • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment • Demonstrate awareness and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Qualifications: • Grade 12 or equivalent • Valid driver’s license • Post Secondary education with trade certification in instrumentation / electrical or mechanical applications would be an asset • Minimum of 3 years of operating experience with dehydration equipment, compression, plungers and artificial lift systems, and a good understanding of process would be an asset • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic • Positive team player • Aware and conscientious of safety regulations • Intermediate computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Excel/Word Knowledge of SCADA based control systems and PVR would be an asset • Required to maintain all safety and regulatory courses Harvest Operations Corp. provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including short-term and long-term incentive plans. We are committed to providing ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement. Please visit Harvest’s website at www.harvestenergy.ca to learn more about our company. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Harvest Operations Corp. Email: careers@harvestenergy.ca Fax: 403-263-9150 2100, 330 - 5th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P OL4 Resumes will be accepted until November 15Ih,2013. We sincerely thank those who apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Come Join our Team. Crop Production Services Canada is a division of Agrium (www. Agrium.com) and one of the largest farm market retailers in North America. Our mission is to be the trusted and recognized leader in the agricultural industry, the first choice for every customer and producer. Make the move to join our more than 8,000 employees across Canada and the US and begin growing your career now. Due to our continuous growth we are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Representative at our Castor, AB location
Specific Responsibilities include: • Tracks customer tickets • Processes weight tickets • Adheres to policies and procedures • Complies and maintains database for inventory records • Maintains company and customer records • Ensures superior customer satisfaction (internal and external) • May be responsible to dispatch delivery of products • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications of the position include: • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, good keyboarding skills • Ability to work effectively, independently and as part of a team • Excellent telephone and communication skills • 3 - 5 years previous customer service experience • Strong organizational, planning and time management skills • Conducts themselves in a professional manner, and able to keep information confidential • Agricultural background an asset.
Please bring resume to the office, or fax 403-882-4286
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Is currently seeking
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Truck Driver Gasfitter to operate in central Alberta.
to operate in central Alberta.
Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant Oilfield Safety Certificates required.
Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant Oilfield Safety Certificates required.
Please apply with resume to:
Please apply with resume to:
Midwest Propane
Midwest Propane
Rimbey, AB. Call: 403 843-8430, Fax: 403 843-8460 or by email to: ken@midwestpropane.ca
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2013 Deer Hunters - Your role in
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TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY Coronation/Consort Victim Services annual general meeting November 21, 2013 7:30 Pm coronation provincial building Meeting open to public
As a deer hunter in Alberta, you play an important role in the province’s chronic wasting disease (CWD) surveillance program.
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Newly elected mayor for the Village of Gadsby, Laura Kelly-Stevenson was getting her feet wet in municipal politics by attending the County of Stettler organizational meeting on October 31, 2013. Her top priority as Mayor will be to get a sewer system into Gadsby and try to keep costs to a minimum. When asked why her interest in running, Kelly-Stevenson responded, “I ran because I love Gadsby and its people are nice.” ECA Review/B. Schmike
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Coronation local wins baseball honour Robby Gilbertson of Brownfield, Alberta was awarded the Baseball Alberta Peewee A Player of the Year award in Edmonton on Saturday, November 2, 2013. The event was held at the East Coast Plaza Hotel and included hitting and pitching seminars, coach and umpire awards. Baseball Hall of Fame
The two Robs: Robby Gilbertson and Roberto Alomar pose for a photo with the Player of the Year medal on November 2, 2013 at the East Coast Plaza Hotel in Edmonton. This was the second such honour for Gilbertson, who won the award in 2011 as well. ECA Review/Submitted
inductees Roberto Alomar and Duane Ward, formerly of the Toronto Blue Jays, were keynote speakers at the event. Thirteen year-old Gilbertson played with the Coronation Royals Peewee team in 2013, coached by Cam Brown and Randy Johnstone. Gilbertson was honoured with this award in 2011 as well.
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Teachers were involved in Professional Development Friday, November 1. A lot of collaboration was pursued in subject specific groups of teachers. The goal of the day was to go through the process of creating a performance assessment designed to invoke the imagination, increase student engagement and foster high quality thinking. Staff at HPS are building their professional skills through work dealing with critical thinking. This will help to encourage students to be innovative thinkers. Grade 9 students across the Province
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successful season. They finished first in regular season play with a 4-0 record. They also hosted the Buffalo Trail South Play-offs last week where they have qualified as the number one seed at the BTPS Finals to be held Tuesday, November 5 in Provost. They have also earned the right to host the league final tournament on Thursday November 7. The Junior Tier 2 Girls won a bronze medal in the Provost Tournament this past weekend. The Senior Boys finished league play in second place. They will be fighting for a birth at zones at league finals that will be held November 7 in Coronation.
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The HPS Senior Boys Volleyball team competed against Castor on October 25, 2013. On the court was Matt Adams, Brady Johnson, Ty Campbell, Robbie Evans, Dallas O’Connor and Tyson Whitehead. Brant Johnson and coach Ryan Duffett were not in the photo. ECA Review/Submitted
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Proof that even old-school memory puzzles are still cool, Grade 8 students Erin Brown and Breanne Shaw show off their Rubix Cube costumes they made. The cubes actually turned, true to form of the game itself. ECA Review/K. Davis
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