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RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Known for many years as Crowfoot, the federal riding is slated to become Battle River-Crowfoot and expanded to northern areas under electoral boundary changes.
Local municipalities support the new boundaries, which would take effect in the next federal election on Oct. 19, 2015, and encom-pass the County of Stettler, County of Paintearth, Cam-rose County and stretching northeast to Wainwright in a plan to increase Alberta’s ridings to 34 from 28.
Currently served by MP Kevin Sorenson of the gov-erning Progressive Con-servative party, the revised riding places the MP more central in his home just east of Camrose.
“I think the biggest chal-lenge is when larger centres grow in population and we have to ensure that rural Canada has proper rep-resentation,” said Stettler Mayor Dick Richards.
He said the sitting MP, Sorenson, has provided that
kind of representation.“We’re very fortunate to
have someone like Kevin to bring our message forward to the House of Commons,” Richards said of Sorenson.
“He is a huge proponent of rural Alberta and fi ghts hard for what’s important to us.”
County of Stettler coun-cil agrees that the minor changes won’t hurt the lo-cal area.
“I can’t see it will make a whole lot of difference for us,” Reeve Wayne Nixon said.
“I talked to Kevin last week and he told me it won’t make that much dif-ference.”
Bashaw council also hopes its small town doesn’t get ignored.
“I hope it will work for us and I hope we don’t get lost in the shuffl e,” Mayor Penny Shantz said.
She also complimented Sorenson for his work in the area.
“Kevin is a wonderful representative for Bashaw and rural communities, and I am confi dent he will con-tinue to be,” Shantz said.
In the Castor area, at least one municipal leader is pleased with the new boundaries, which basi-cally locate Sorenson’s hometown of Killam in the centre.
“I think it will be bet-ter for our current repre-sentative,” said County of Paintearth Reeve George Glazier, who farms about six miles north of Corona-tion.
“For our current MP, this puts him in the middle of the riding and should bring communities more access to him.”
Population shifts and the creation of six new elector-al districts have resulted in a revamped electoral land-scape for Alberta, said Car-ole Conrad, who chairs the federal three-member com-mission for Alberta.
“As one electoral bound-ary was drawn, an adjacent electoral district was inevi-tably impacted.”
Boundaries were re-aligned to represent a quo-tient of 111,166 people, though Battle River-Crow-food would have a popula-tion of 105,680.
Municipal politicians receptive
to changes to Crowfoot’s wings
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County of Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon receives a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal last weekfrom county chief administrative officer Tim Fox. Nixon has served on council since October 2007.
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
The Clearview School Division is prepared for a lesson.
At its regular board meet-ing last Thursday, the trust-ees approved the schedule for the community consul-tation meetings that might chart the future and deter-mine the viability of small schools in the district.
The trustees and admin-istration plan to visit all communities in the divi-sion that are home to public schools, with the exception of the schools on Hutterite colonies.
The board has stipulated in recent months the need for Clearview to cut $1 mil-lion in spending to balance its budget.
It prompted consider-ation last fall to review potential closings of small schools in Byemoor, Brown-fi eld and Donalda, but that motion was later defeated in favour of the 2013 study of all schools in the division.
Clearview now wants direction from the stake-honders for ways to achieve that goal.
The alternative is to cut 10 to 15 teaching positions, the board reports.
Meeting dates:March 12 — ByemoorMarch 20 — DonaldaApril 3 — CastorApril 4 — CoronationApril 8 — BothaApril 15 — Brownfi eldApril 30 — Big ValleyMay 1 — StettlerMay 2 — ErskineMay 13 — Stettler
Minister to visitEducation Minister
Jeff Johnson plans to visit Stettler on Monday for a closed one-hour meeting with the Clearview board.
Trustees say they have plenty of questions for the minister regarding the fu-ture of education delivered in small schools in sparsely populated communities.
Big Valley cleanupThe Clearview board
moved to contribute $3,750 to the Village of Big Valley for half of the cost of the cleanup of a fuel-storage site where Clearview buses fi lled up. The contribution comes with a release-of-liability condition.
Courses addedThe board approved the
addition of three locally developed courses with credits for Clearview high schools. Included are foren-sic science and philosophy from the Edmonton School District and advanced act-ing and touring from the Calgary School District.
Pool site purchasedBy a unanimous vote last
Thursday, the board voted to instruct administration to fi nalize the purchase of the former swimming-pool property from the Town of Stettler for a total purchase price of $106,501. The cost is pegged to be paid over eight school years.
Information receivedThe board received data
on operating smaller school buses on rural routes and on setting up a fuel storage site in Donalda, as part of cost-saving measures.
Board chairman Ken Checkel said more informa-tion is needed on setting up a fuel site in Donalda, and the costs associated with that “would have to be weighed against any savings.”
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Another local municipal leader has received a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal.
County of Stettler Reeve Wayne Nixon received a med-al last Wednesday before the regular council meeting, and just one week after Town Stettler Mayor Dick Richards was similarly honoured.
“Getting this recognition is something I appreciate, “ said Nixon, who was presented the medal in front of offi ce staff.
“I know there are other people who have served longer on council that deserve it more than I do.”
Reeve since October 2010, Nixon has served on council since October 2007.
A longtime resident of the Donalda area, he has been active for many years with the Donalda and District Agri-cultural Society, serving a stint as president, and with Cen-tral Alberta Dairy Pool.
“I thank you for your dedicated service to your peers, to your community and to Canada,” said congratulations
from Governor General David Johnston.“The contributions you have made to our nation are
most commendable and deserve our praise and admira-tion.
County staff lauded Nixon for his dedication.“Reeve Wayne Nixon, in my opinion, is so deserving of
the Diamond Jubilee medal,” said Tim Fox, the county’s chief administrative offi cer.
“Wayne is highly respected and in his role as councillor and personally by his peers.”
Fox said Nixon has always displayed a high degree of integrity and responsibility when it comes to decisions and decorum.
“He has proven his leadership ability on various boards and committees associated with the County of Stettler and in the community.”
Nixon joins a list that includes three Stettler-area resi-dents who received medals last fall among 60,000 Cana-dians honoured to recognize their signifi cant contributions and achievements to their community — and country.
Medals were presented last fall to Heartland Youth Cen-tre executive-director Winnie Bissett, Bob Byers of Stettler and Metis church pastor Rev. David Lilly of Big Valley.
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HORSIN’ AROUND — Two-year-old Maycie Rairdan caresses her great-great uncle Dale Chapman’s horse during Family Day weekend celebrations Sundayat the Stettler and District Agricultural Society grounds.
County reeve fit for a medalNixon earns Queen Elizabeth II diamond jubilee distinction
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LES STULBERG Independent reporter
The Kinette Club of Stettler has taken steps to carry Kin Canada’s Na-tional Day of Kindness a little further.
In the process, the group has given the movement a unique Stettler twist.
“We have 28 days of kindness in Stettler, rather than one,” Kinette president Allison Baird said of the fi rst-time event.
The local group has scheduled a specifi c act of kindness for its mem-bers to carry out each day this month.
“It’s been really good for our mem-bers,” Baird said. “We want to give back to the community, and make more people aware of Kinettes.”
The 30-member organization be-gan by preparing a gift-basket for the mother of the fi rst baby born in Febru-ary at the Stettler hospital.
One evening, members helped customers bag their groceries at No Frills.
“We had a great time bagging gro-ceries,” said Jacquie Mvula, a Stettler Kinette and vice-governor of the pro-vincial Kinette association.
Last week, the local club helped the Knights of Columbus serve a pan-cake lunch on Shrove Tuesday.
On another day, the Kinettes chose to buy a coffee for the person in line behind them.
“We appreciate our police offi cers,” was the theme one day as Kinettes de-livered coffee and treats to them.
Day-care workers were shown ap-preciation with fl owers and chocolates on another occasion.
Each time an act of kindness was performed, the recipient would receive a card saying, “You’ve been touched by a random act of kindness.”
For teacher appreciation day, the Kinettes’ children each gave a gift to their teachers.
On Valentine’s Day, members each sent a candygram to someone in the community who has been helpful. They considered it a way of saying thank-you and to recognize their good deeds.
Kinettes helped at the Family Day Carnival at the Stettler Recreation Centre, working in the food booth and operating the bouncy houses. Money made is slated to be donated to the Stettler Food Bank.
Plans for good-neighbour day are to shovel a neighbour’s sidewalk or bring them a small gift.
Other good-deed events include crafts and reading with children at the library, giving blood or working at the blood-donor clinic, playing cards with the seniors, holding the door open for people and smile day.
Among the deeds are helping deliv-er Meals on Wheels, painting a room at the school, picking up garbage on main street and making breakfast for “your signifi cant other.”
During the year, the Kinettes sup-port multiple community organiza-tions. As a fundraiser for future sup-port, the club hosts “Duelling Pianos,” a supper and evening of entertain-ment March 23. Tickets are available by calling Allison Baird at 403-740-9696.
On the fi nal day of February, the Kinettes plan to make a pot-luck sup-per for a Kinsmen appreciation to honour the club for their good work in the community.
The Kinettes said they hope their acts of kindness will inspire others to do the same and have a positive im-pact on the community.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Stettler Kinettes Penni Doucette (left), Karen Sernecky, Sara Wengryn and Tana Nixon help the Knights ofColumbus serve pancakes at the Shrove Tuesday luncheon at Christ-King parish hall last week in Stettler.It’s among the group’s daily kind deeds this month, building on Kin Canada’s National Day of Kindness effort.
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
NEW HOME IN THE CARDS — While residents enjoy playing cards in the Stettler Senior Citizens’ Drop-In Centre, the current facility in the industrial area is considered awkward, with limited parking. A new seniors’ centre is in the works for the Stettler Recreation Centre. See related stories on pages A12 and B9.
Kinettes cover town with
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT NEWS Page A3Wednesday, February 20, 2013
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Experienced as a photographer, Joyce Kiryk has a vision for her new job as the president of Stettler Re-gional Board of Trade and Commu-nity Development.
“We have some new members on the board, and I am really looking forward to getting to know them and work with them,” said Kiryk, who was elected at the board of trade’s annual general meeting last week.
Bryce Leschert was elected vice-president for the coming year.
Bonnie Ireland, Andrea Hatch, Corry Peake, Crystal MacLellan, Dennis Smyth, Gail Peterson, Edna Stewart and Wendy Rhyason were elected as directors, while Darrin Bo-somworth became the board’s past-president.
Town of Stettler is represented by Mayor Dick Richards and Coun. Steve Wildeboer.
The new president is already am-bitious to boost the business commu-nity.
“Last year’s Stettler Cultural Days was a huge success, and I would like to see that event again this year and perhaps even get larger,” Kiryk said of the fall event, which was popular for participants but suffered from small crowds.
With many community events al-ready scheduled in Stettler, she envi-sions even greater support and and participation from businesses.
“I would like to see more commu-nication between the board of trade and the restaurants in Stettler,” Kiryk said.
“Personally, I would like to see some of the restaurants that aren’t normally open on weekends might consider special openings at least on the Saturday — and then the event organizers could pass on to the par-ticipants who is open, when and if there are running a special.”
As the board of trade seeks to in-clude all business sectors, its inten-tion is to focus on the oil and gas in-dustry and welcome representatives to business and social events.
“If we invite them, we could make them feel more a part of the commu-nity,” Kiryk said. “We’ve got a lot of
these businesses.”The board plans include the an-
nual Stettler trade show, set for April 12 to 14, with another full lineup of exhibitors expected.
A one-day women’s conference has been set for April 26 under the board of trade mantle.
Health-care issues and physician recruitment remain top priorities for the board of trade for this year, re-ported Aubrey Brown, the group’s executive-director.
“We spoke with two candidates and two have accepted — it’s quite encouraging,” Brown said.
A skills day in Stettler for 56 medical students from Edmonton last October was also rated a top event in conjunction with the Alberta Rural Physician Action Plan.
“For many students, they learned a lot about rural and small-town life and we had a chance to showcase our region,” Brown said.
To further promote the community and tourism, the board of trade plans to develop an ambassador program with employees, a communications strategy and innovations to extend visitors’ stays in the region.
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Several new trucks and graders are expected to soon make their way into the County of Stettler public works yard.
At its monthly meeting in Febru-ary, county council awarded tenders based on staff recommendations for:
— Two 2013 Caterpillar graders from Finning of Red Deer for a to-tal cost of $996,424, plus the federal goods and services tax.
A 2014 Kenworth truck and chas-sis from Greatwest Kenworth in Red Deer for a cost of $140,478.25, plus GST.
— A 2013 Dodge Ram plowtruck from Stettler Dodge for
$50,739, plus GST.— A 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
four-wheel-drive crew-cab half-ton pickup truck from Stettler Motors for a cost of $37,270.21, plus GST.
— A 2013 Dodge Ram crew-cab half-ton pickup truck from Stettler Dodge for a cost of $32,119, plus GST.
Gravel tenders awardedTenders to supply and haul grav-
el for 2013 to 2017 were award-ed to James Marshall Trucking Ltd. of Erskine in the amount of $5,329,537.50.
Water connections requestedA request by Willow Glen Es-
tates Water Co-op to connect to the
county’s rural water system will be further considered as a new phase of the project.
“The request in my view would represent a new distribution system phase,” said chief administrative offi cer Tim Fox.
Under the plan, Byemoor andEndiang would be the fi rst phase, followed by Stettler East, Bothaand Gadsby and the third phase as Willow Glen off the Shirley Mc-Clellan Regional Water Services Commission.
“We’ve had lots of requests also from Big Valley and Donalda,” Fox said.
To accommodate those requests, he suggested funding could be ac-cessed from the Municipal Sustain-ability Initiative.
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
A motorist found guilty of impaired driving in Stettler was handed a hefty fi ne in Stettler Provincial Court last Thursday.
Geoffrey Kenneth Rowe, 37, of Red Deer was fi ned $1,500, with a surcharge of $225 for impaired driving, after he was located outside two drinking establishments in Stettler by the same police offi cer within three hours.
“If you do this again, it’s a possibility you go to jail,” said Judge B.R. Fraser.
“I don’t know how impaired you were. The aggravat-ing factor is that you’ve been here (in court) before.”
Rowe was also suspended from driving for one year.
Among others sentenced in court last week were:Eron Michael Doyle was fi ned $500 for failing to
comply with the rules the road when he backed up in an alley. The charge was lowered from failing to back in a safe way.
Jessie Ann Kumleben, 20, of Stettler was fi ned $200 for breaching probation after failing to appearing at appointments with her parole offi cer in four different months.
“If you do this again, any judge could re-sentence you,” Judge Fraser said.
Wayne Glenn Nelson, formerly of Bashaw, was hand-ed a nine-month probation for possession of marijuana, when “about one-third of a pound” of the weed was dis-covered by Bashaw RCMP in his bedroom as they inves-tigated an assault in December 2011.
“I’m sorry, I just want to get on with my life,” Nelson told the judge.
Kiryk zooms in for presidency of
Stettler-district board of trade
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
The Stettler Regional Board of Trade and Community Development’s new executive team includesvice-president Bryce Leschert and president Joyce Kiryk. At right is the executive-director, Aubrey Brown.
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When I was fi ve years old, I fell down our basement stairs and fractured my left leg. I was convalescing in a cast when a lady dropped by with a bag of delicious cookies. They were sugar cookies and she made it clear that they were for me, but said that I could share them with my fam-ily if I wished. At supper time, I consented to giving everyone one cookie each, and then Mom put them away “for later.”
A couple of days later, I asked if I could have one of my cookies. My parents’ re-sponse mystifi ed me. They seemed nervous and glanced furtively at one another.
I was only fi ve years old, but I had two older brothers — I knew what betrayal was about. But my parents? The magnitude of their treachery crashed upon me like a tsu-nami!
With trust eroding and emotion rising, I exclaimed with righteous indignation, “You ate my sugar cookies!”
The perpetrators both confessed, exhib-ited sincere contrition and we managed to move forward.
I remember my parents with fondness and I regard the incident as humorous. But you know what? They should have asked me fi rst.
In fact, modern-day children have some pretty strong opinions on this sort of thing. A group of 10-year-olds were asked, “What’s wrong with grown-ups?”
Their answers are listed below.Grown-ups make promises, then break
them, or say it wasn’t really a promise, just a maybe.
Grown-ups don’t do the things they tell us to do, like picking up their things or tell-ing the truth. Grown-ups never really listen to what children say. They always decide
ahead of time what they will answer.Grown-ups make mistakes, but they
won’t admit them. Grown-ups interrupt children all the time. If a child interrupts a grownup, they get scolded.
Grown-ups never understand how much children want a certain thing. They say, “I can’t imagine why you want that thing.”
Grown-ups punish unfairly. Sometimes, you do some little thing wrong and grown-ups give lots of punishment. Other times, you do something really bad and they say they’ll punish you, but don’t. You never know what to expect.
Grown-ups talk about when they were 10, but they don’t try to understand what it’s like to be 10 now.
What I see in the survey is that the par-ents of those 10-year-olds are struggling with integrity and consistency, both ma-jor issues. If we truly love and cherish our children, we will not only tell them truth, we will live it before them and guide them by example.
“Teach children the decrees and laws, and show them the way to live and the du-ties they are to perform.” (Exodus 18:20)
Pastor Ross Helgeton is the senior pastor at Erskine Evangelical Free Church.
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Over the years, we have all heard about criminal cas-es and court decisions that involve an accused found “not criminally responsible” because of a mental disor-der. Sometimes, we have great diffi culty accepting those decisions and cannot understand how the accused is not considered to pose a risk to the public, in view of the extremely violent acts committed.
Our Conservative party campaigned on a policy we developed to ensure that Canadian laws are strong and clear enough to protect Canadians.
This month, we intro-duced Bill C-54, an act to amend the Criminal Code and the National Defence Act (mental disorder).
As the law stands now, violent individuals found not criminally responsible for their actions are released when a provincial review board — not a court — de-termines that they are no longer a “signifi cant threat” to public safety. Bill C-54 will create a new designa-tion to protect the public from high-risk Not Crimi-nally Responsible (NCR) accused. Once designated by a court as “high-risk,” an NCR accused must be held in custody and cannot be considered for release by a review board until their
designation is revoked by a court.
Bill C-54 makes para-mount the policy of public safety. Our government is spelling-it-out for the courts that public safety is theNo. 1 priority when it comes to making any decisions relating to accused people found to be NCR.
The legislation will en-hance the safety of victims by ensuring that they are specifi cally considered when decisions are being made about accused per-sons found NCR.
Bill C-54 ensures that victims are notifi ed when an NCR accused is discharged. We will allow “non-com-munications” orders be-tween an NCR accused and the victim.
“We are giving the courts the powers they need to keep those deemed too dangerous to release where they should be — in custo-dy,” Prime Minister Stephen Harper said.
When passed into law, the proposed bill will apply
to accused already in cus-tody — including those in mental institutions.
Our government will be able to protect Canadians from, for example; Vince Li, who “snapped” and then beheaded Tim McLean, an innocent passenger on a bus in Manitoba in 2008; and Alan Schoenborn, who killed his three children in Merritt, B.C., also in 2008.
As the Crowfoot mem-ber of Parliament over the years, many constituents have contacted me, ask-ing that something be done about those who commit vi-olent criminal acts and then seem to be held unaccount-able as they are released back into society. Bill C-54 is responding to those re-quests.
Since its introduction last week, the media are re-porting that the NDP is giv-ing serious consideration to supporting the bill. They so far seem willing to have it pass second reading so that it can be studied and have hearings at the committee stage. That is encouraging news. The sooner we can pass Bill C-54 into law, the better. It will defi nitely prevent some future acts of violence and the creation of future victims.
Kevin Sorenson is the MP for the Crowfoot riding.
‘Public safety the No. 1 priority’
By Mark MilkeFraser Institute
There might be a thousand reasons why people hate sales taxes — among them, their visibility.
And in Alberta, where no provincial sales tax exists, there is justifiable pride that people have escaped one tax applied elsewhere in Canada.
Many Albertans also rightly fear that its intro-duction would be just another way to separate tax-payers from their money and lead to increased and inefficient spending.
But a provincial sales tax can make sense. But before you wonder if I’ve suddenly become a giddy convert to tax happiness, let me be clear: limited, moderate government is still the most desirable.
That means that governments don’t need to be involved in picking winners and losers in the mar-ketplace through corporate welfare and other forms of crony capitalism. They do need be more focused on the protection of property and people.
In other words, it makes a lot of sense to protect people and their property, to rescue kids from aw-ful situations and to protect borders.
It makes little sense to sacrifice tax proceeds for some politician’s latest silly idea on how to diver-sify the economy.
But, in the end, even more modest and limited governments still need tax dollars. The question becomes one of how to fund the “Leviathan,” as the philosopher Thomas Hobbes once labelled the state.
We don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Long be-fore pundits and professors across Alberta started discussing whether a provincial sales tax makes sense, my colleagues at the Fraser Institute studied the issue and published a series of essays on that exact topic.
Among the authors was Michael Walker, the founding executive-director of the Institute who, as far back as the 1970s, discussed the matter with Nobel laureates such as Milton Friedman.
It was Friedman who once stated that, while he was in favour of any tax cut, “some tax cuts are better than others.”
In 2007, three of my colleagues looked at what types of tax are more, and less, damaging.
While the report’s title — “Tax Efficiency” — was admittedly dry, their point was in the subtitle — “Not all taxes are created equal.”
What did they mean by that? Some taxes, they found, greatly hinder the ability of an economy to prosper, while other taxes are less damaging. And why does that matter? Because jobs and our stan-dard of living are the result of millions of individu-al decisions that can be negatively impacted by the wrong type of taxes.
For example, Alberta could increase corporate taxes, only to see business flee to Saskatchewan or Texas. Or it could tax high-income earners, as does Quebec, making it more difficult to attract physi-cians with a needed specialty to Alberta.
The point is that the wrong types — and level — of taxes are economy-wrecking, job-killers. A society gets the best bang for the buck when taxes are lower. And, like it or not, a sales tax is the least damaging tax that exists.
Here’s another reason why a sales tax makes economic sense: when people visit Alberta, a sales tax would ensure visitors help contribute to the tax coffers, to the “upkeep,” of the province. That would help lighten the burden on the rest of us. And as long as sales taxes come with government refund cheques to the poorest, they are workable.
However . . .Any talk of a sales tax in Alberta should be ac-
companied by the requirement that it be revenue neutral and be completely offset by the abolition of some other, more harmful tax, such as personal income tax. Otherwise, forget it.
Any tax reform premised on the notion that Alberta has a revenue problem is misguided. Ad-justed for inflation, Alberta’s per-capita program spending jumped to $10,526 per person this year from a mid-1990s low of $6,825; that’s a 54 per cent jump in real terms.
Alberta’s biggest problem has always been that it lets spending get out of control. The exact tax mix is secondary to that issue.
Until Alberta deals with its high-spending prob-lem, it won’t matter what kind of taxes the pro-vincial government levies — unless, of course, the provincial government’s ultimate aim is to turn Alberta into another high-tax, economy-wrecking, job-killing Western version of Quebec.
Mark Milke is director of Alberta policy studiesat the Fraser Institute.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT COMMENTARY Page A5Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Recent news that the European Union (EU) and Can-ada free-trade negotiations are at the final hour, but have stalled on agriculture-related issues, should come as no surprise. Both sides maintained rigid agricultural trade positions well before the discussions started four years ago.
During that time, it was bemusing to see Canadian agricultural lobby groups jockeying for the attention of our negotiators in an effort to influence their intentions on the fate of particular commodities. We might soon know that outcome, as the chief EU trade negotiator will be in Ottawa in early March to ostensibly conclude the negotiations. If that happens, I fear that certain sec-tors of Canadian agriculture will get the short end of the stick.
The reason for my apprehension is that when it comes to ag-trade issues, it seems to be all going according to the EU script. The most blatant being the beef trade situation.
The EU won the early rounds and shows no signs of wavering, and that’s mostly due to Canada and the U.S. giving up so easily. I cite the capitulation of both countries on the beef- hormone issue in giving up hard fought for retaliatory tariffs for what turned out to be bogus quota access to the EU beef market.
Another reality is that the EU has no intention of giving Canada a single pound of beef import advantage over the U.S. and certainly not over traditional suppliers like Argentina.
I believe it gets worse for beef exports to the EU as a new development is going to affect access. New EU members have brought into the fold thousands of small-scale farmers in eastern Europe. Internal EU ag free trade was going to impact those operators particularly those in marginal areas.
The question arose how could those folks be kept on the land — one of the brainstorms was to get them to raise the beef cattle that western Europeans could no longer afford to produce.
How does one help that initiative — first you stop the potential flood of beef imports from North America that might result from reducing tariffs and eliminating quo-tas in a free trade agreement. That type of EU internal political/social reality might trump any real changes to EU beef-import policy.
I suspect that our negotiators have probably offered the EU significant access for tariff and quota free EU cheese imports in exchange for more Canadian beef ac-cess. But that might not be enough of a reward, consid-ering some other factors surrounding EU beef imports — a possible EU/USA free-trade agreement being the snake in the room.
I expect a EU/Canada free-trade agreement will be announced soon, but it will probably not include unfet-tered access to EU markets for Canadian beef. If the EU does relent, it has a nasty habit of subsequently tying up any concessions with red tape, health barriers and regulatory traps.
The fear, I am sure, is that Canada will agree to any
crumbs on the beef issue just to get a free-trade agree-ment in place before the EU begins negotiating with the Americans.
Another trade irritant that seems to get a lot less pub-lic attention is the EU position on genetically modified (GM) commodities like canola, corn, soybeans and oth-ers. The EU continues to maintain trade barriers, despite all scientific evidence.
Is that because our negotiators gave up on that issue early in the process? I would suggest that unfettered ac-cess to Canadian GM commodities and food products would be more of an economic benefit than more beef access.
From news reports, I sense some urgency has devel-oped in concluding the EU/Canada free-trade agreement sooner rather than later. When that attitude develops in negotiating circles, compromise tends to be the order of the day.
That generally works out OK if both sides are some-what equal. But in this case, the EU is the big dog and they want to start dealing soon with that really big dog — the USA.
I suspect in that rush, Canada and our agriculture in-dustry might not fare as well as we might have planned.I do hope I am wrong.
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With the March 7 provin-cial budget fast approach-ing, Alberta is facing yet another infrastructure crisis that can only be attributed to the poor planning of rely-ing on unpredictable energy booms to pay for services that are predictable.
New schools, roads and health facilities aren’t something that can not re-volve around the gamble of when our next energy boom will be available to fi nance basic services.
In order to get off the boom-and-bust treadmill, long-term planning for crit-ical infrastructure must be done at a rate that doesn’t outpace revenues to assure there will not be recurring defi cits that will result in a shortage of schools, hospi-tals and essential infrastruc-ture — as we are currently experiencing.
Time and again, the Al-berta government has taken an unsustainable approach to infrastructure projects re-sulting in mounting and ac-cumulating defi cits that are now looming over the next budget.
Taking Alberta further down the unsustainable ac-cumulative defi cit road has resulted in playing catch-up on infrastructure, which we
are quickly fi nding out is self-propagating, making it impossible for Alberta to get back into a balanced budget position.
That behaviour is prov-ing at best to be a gamble, at worst a way to have our economic future mired in debt for generations.
The Wildrose 10-year debt-free capital plan, which was presented this week, addresses the defi cit funding and will allow Al-bertans to get off this tread-mill of unsustainable defi cit fi nancing, as we accumulate debt year over year that will be increasingly more diffi -cult to rectify as each defi cit year passes.
Prioritizing infrastruc-ture needs based on actual need rather than political ad-vantage establishes a much clearer picture of where Al-berta should be, allocating our precious revenues.
Alberta has spent about 35 per cent more per capita
on infrastructure over the last six years than any other province in Canada, which has still left us in a net in-frastructure defi cit position. It’s becoming obvious that spending without a sustain-able plan hasn’t been an effective long-term way of revenue allocation, resulting in a sixth straight defi cit.
Establishing a more sustainable and innovative fi nancial direction for Al-berta’s future, the Wildrose 10-year debt-free capital plan recognizes population growth must be factored with infl ation for a longer-term debt free method of building to our require-ments.
The Alberta government has used the comparison that Alberta borrowing money is similar to you bor-rowing for your mortgage. The similarities, however, end at the borrowing stage. A mortgage is something that you and only you will
be responsible for, unlike the provincial debt, which will be passed on to your children and grandchildren.
Truly living within our means isn’t something that can just be theorized and used to gain political trac-tion. It must be practised to have any real long-term ef-fect, at all.
For further informa-tion on the Wildrose 10-year debt-free capital plan, please contact my offi ce.
Rick Strankman is the MLA for the Drumheller-Stettler riding.
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FAMILY IN FOCUS — Lambs at the Donalda Hutterite Colony are camera-curious last week as the colony continues to lamb a fl ock of 500 ewes. Spokesman Albert Hofer said the operation’s lamb crop this year is expected to be about 900 lambs.
Local producersquestion return from agricultural changes for 2013
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
Agriculture Financial Services Corportation has announced imminent changes to its AgriStabil-ity and AgriInvest pro-grams, and not all pro-ducers are happy with the 2013 plans.
“We are never gonna see any money,” Big Val-ley farmer Albert Scherm-ers said last week.
AFSC customer ser-vice advocate Robert Forsstrom told agricul-tural producers at an information session in Stettler last Thursday that the new program parame-ters would be in place by April 1.
The federally admin-istered AgriStability’s Growing Forward five-year program is set to ex-pire March 31.
To replace that strat-egy, federal, provincial and territorial ministers of agriculture have reached an agreement on a five-year Growing Forward 2 policy framework.
Forsstrom said the re-vised program isn’t de-signed to respond to re-duced profit situations, but it’s positioned to as-sist with “true disaster situations.”
He said producers would be more respon-sible for normal risk. “They can reduce their risk by utilizing the insurance programs.”
Under the old program, a payment was triggered when a producer’s mar-gin (allowable revenue, less allowable expenses) dropped 15 per cent below his average margin from previous years (historical reference margin).
Starting in the 2013
program year, govern-ments plan to provide as-sistance when a produc-er’s margin falls 30 per cent below his historical reference margin.
Harmonized compen-sation rates, based on same-level government support, replace the tier-system on which previous payments were based.
Growing Forward 2 will be assessed after two anda half years, Forsstrom said.
Changes are also forth-coming for AgriInvest.
AgriInvest is a self-managed producer-gov-ernment savings account that allows producers to set money aside that can then be used to help risk-manage small-income shortfalls, or to make investments to reduce on-farm risks. Producers continue to have the flex-ibility to withdraw funds at any time throughout the year.
Under the new agree-ment, producers can de-posit up to one per cent (instead of the previous 1.5 per cent) of their al-lowable net sales each year into an AgriInvest account and receive a matching government contribution. The limit on matching government contributions would be reduced to $15,000 a year, from the current $22,500.
Forsstrom said balanc-ing fiscal requirements of the federal government prompted the changes.
He said governments would work to evaluate and implement new in-surance-based products.
Money is made avail-able for research, devel-opment and administra-tion for new products, Forsstrom said.
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TENDER, LOVING CARE — Nathan Hofer holds a lamb last week at the Donalda Hutterite Colony,where he helps tend to the colony’s fl ock of 500 ewes.
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Local seniors concerned about provincial govern-ment issues are invited to Stettler next Tuesday when Wildrose Opposition se-niors’ critic Kerry Towle visits the community on a two-week whirlwind tour of the province.
Expected to be accompa-nied by local Drumheller-Stettler MLA Rick Strank-man, Towle is scheduled to
listen to seniors at the Stettler Canalta Hotel from 10 to11 a.m. before she tours lo-cal facilities.
As well, she plans to ap-pear at a forum at Stettler Recreation Centre for a lo-cal meeting to unveil plans for a new seniors’ centre at 2 p.m.
“It is important for me to come to Stettler, be-cause we know some of the continuing-care beds are leaving and that it will affect many seniors,”
Towle said last week in an interview with the Star.
Plans by Alberta Health Services to close long-term-care beds in Stettler when the Points West Living com-plex opens this summer and other beds in Bashaw when Bashaw Meadows opens in May have caused concerns and questions from resi-dents.
“I am interested in fi nd-ing out how this will affect local seniors, or if it will af-fect them,” Towle said.
After her tour, she plans to compile and present a report to the Progressive Conservative government with comments, questions and concerns expressed by seniors.
“Seniors built this great province and they deserve better than they are cur-rently getting from this out-of-touch PC government,” Towle said.
“The PC government’s fi scal incompetence has put a signifi cant strain on ser-
vices available to seniors and the ability of seniors to access the health-care sys-tem when they need it.
“On this tour, I hope to hear from seniors on ways they see to improve service delivery and improve the quality of health care they are receiving.”
Towle said she hopes to gain a deeper understand-ing of “the real issues” that seniors face and hear some of their proposed solutions in order to develop stronger
and more comprehensive policy in the future.
“I think seniors’ issues are some of the most com-plex and misunderstood is-sues out there,” Towle said. “That’s why I’m doing this.
“We are committed to understanding the problems Alberta seniors face and then crafting smart, sensible policies to address them.”
Towle’s tour started last Tuesday in Whitecourt and is scheduled to end March 2in Cochrane and Red Deer.
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Stettler-area five-year-old children have received marks below the provin-cial average in a study that evaluates pre-schoolers in categories that measure how they develop their health, social and emotional skills.
Under the Early Childhood Mapping Project, the Stettler region scored below the provincial average in the five catego-ries and the local coalition of partners is determined to improve those scores.
“We are seeking community aware-ness and support on this project over the next year and a half,” said Erin Stauffer, co-ordinator of the Stettler and County Early Childhood Development Coali-tion.
“The report for Stettler shows that a majority of kindergarten-aged children in this area are doing well. However, a large percentage are experiencing difficulties in the three areas of developmental com-munication skills and general knowledge, social competence and language arts and thinking skills.”
In areas where children are develop-ing “appropriately,” Stettler scored high-est in emotional maturity with 69.6 per cent and physical health and well-being at the same mark.
Provincially, physical health and well-being scored 77 per cent and emotional maturity rated 74.98.
Results were accumulated from infor-mation collected from 103 kindergarten
students from 2010 to 2012.Among other Stettler results, lan-
guage and thinking skills scored 65.69 (78.92 for province), followed by social competence at 64.71 (76.59), and com-munication skills and general knowledge at 64.73 (70.29).
The five-year ECMap project is fund-ed by Alberta Education and is part of the Alberta government’s Early Child Devel-opment (ECD) Mapping Initiative.
Locally, the project is a partnership between Clearview School Division, Stettler Health Unit, Stettler CONNEC-Tions, Stettler Public Library, Stettler and District Family and Community Support Services and the McMan Youth Family and Community Services Association.
“We are proud of our results, but we know that we can do better,” said Stauffer, a kindergarten teacher at Big Valley School.
“This is why we are asking for strong community support to build on our strengths and move forward. We know that parents and communities play a key role in creating the early environments that shape child development.”
In another report for the neighbours to the east, Castor and the County of Paintearth area scored high in physi-cal and well-being at 80.71, followed by language and thinking skills at 75.86 per cent, social competence at 74.14 per cent and emotional maturity at 70.69 per cent.
In the coming months, the coalition plans to develop five newsletters to focus on each area of development.
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This week was teacher appreciation week, and the school council treat-ed the Stettler Elemen-tary School teachers to a fabulous lunch.
They also brought in muffins and fruit for the teachers to enjoy in the mornings and covered supervision so the staff could all eat together.
We at SES would like to send a huge thank-you to the school council for all of the group’s hard work throughout the year and for the special treats all this week.
We have a wonderful council.
On Valent ine’s Day last Thursday, almost the whole school was dressed in red and pink in hon-our of the special day. Many classes had val-entine’s parties and we all enjoyed lots of treats. Thanks to all the parents who brought treats in for the various parties.
Last Tuesday, the kin-dergarten program had its annual family Valentine’s Day dance. It was a lot of fun and the teachers showed some of thei r best moves, including the twist, the limbo, and the Macarena.
The K team would like to thank everyone who helped set up, clean up and make the bookings. Also, a special thanks to Mr. Barry Hill, who was a fantastic DJ, complete with a bubble-blowing machine.
On Wednesday, we had our kickoff to the snack program here at Stettler Elementary School.
It was sponsored by Breakfast for Learning Canada. All staff and stu-dents enjoyed a yogurt and fruit parfait that was delivered to their rooms by our Grade 5 helpers.
It’s going to be a great addition to our school. Thanks to Penny for all her hard work in getting the program launched.
T h e 1 M S s t u d e n t s have started their unit on building. The kids made some awesome furniture for their rubber ducks, out of recycled materials.
The 1MS class also celebrated 100 days of school by making por-
traits of what the students thought they would look like when they are 100. These portraits are lin-ing our hallways, looking somewhat like a museum.
All Grade 1 students have been learning how to be “bucket fillers.” The students have started us-ing the vocabulary when working out problems.
T h e K D B s t u d e n t s
turned themselves into g ian t hea r t s by mak-i n g a n d d e c o r a t i n g
heart vests. Last Friday,Feb. 15, was the 100th day of school for the
KKT and KDB classes. They have been celebrat-ing and singing 100-day songs.
CUTE QUOTE OF THE WEEK: A l i t t le girl said to me the other day, “My dad is taking me fishing this week-end.” I said, “Oh fun, where?” She replied, “At the Stet t ler swimming pool!”
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Grade 5 students Brett Mercier (left) and Nicholas Fisher serve treats last week during the Valentine’s Day activities at Stettler Elementary School.
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Much like the past week, the upcoming weeks for William E. Hay Composite High School students and teachers are filled with exciting activities.
The William E. Hay senior and junior basketball teams have been very busy this season. Two weekends ago, the senior girls travelled to Bentley and won all three games to b r ing home go ld . Congratulations.
T h e s e n i o r g i r l s ’ and senior boys’ host tournaments this Friday and Saturday (see the sports section for more).
Staff and students at the school would also like to congratulate Carlie Gendre, who travelled to Calgary this month for the Churchill wrestling tournament and ended up winning gold in her division.
The Cosmetology 2.2 class made homemade facial masks on Valentine’s Day as a treat to each other. Common ingredients used were oatmeal , honey, yogurt and, of course, cucumbers on the eyes!
T h e l a d i e s h a d a wonderful time pampering their peers , and look forward to pampering more clients in the future.
During the next few w e e k s , t h e T e a c h e r Advisory classes in the school will participate in the yearly fundraiser, “Pennies for Patients.”
“Pennies for Patients” is a fundraiser for leukemia treatments. Students are asked to bring in their pennies and place them in the boxes located in their TA classrooms. The class that raises $50 in pennies will win a Domino’s pizza party for their Teacher Advisory classes.
The fundraiser began Feb. 11 and will continue till March.18.
The School Reach Team had a match last Wednesday in the school. They had a fantastic showing. The A team lost just one match. The competition proved to be extremely tight, but our teams played well.
The Stettler Concert B a n d i s g o i n g t o Disneyland. This year, the band was accepted to perform in front of the Disneyland Castle. The trip will take place between May 8 ad 13.
A r e p r e s e n t a t i v e team from William E. Hay, consisting of seven staff members and three students, will head to Washington, where they will make a presentation at the National Secondary School Principal/Centre for Secondary School Redesign Conference.
W e ’ r e t h e f i r s t international school to ever be asked to present at the conference. The presentation will be on how “Removing Barriers Leads to Transformational Change in High School” and will reflect the journey of William E. Hay over the last four years of our High School Flexibility Enhancement Pilot Project with Alberta Education.
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Congratulations to former Endiang resident Anne Schellenberg on celebrating her 90th birthday with a fam-ily gathering Sunday in Castor. Anne was joined by Rod and Lynnette Schellenberg and all of their family, as well as two of her sisters from Manitoba and one sister from B.C.
We hope you had a wonderful day, Anne, and best wishes for many more happy birthdays.
The Endmoor fl oor curlers sent two teams to the Halkirk Valentine’s Day fl oor curling bonspiel last Thursday. Al-though they didn’t bring home the top prizes, they said they enjoyed the event.
The teams were: Ken Schultz, Irene Brooker, Ben Kobi, Della Jones, as well as Joe Knowles, Eleanor Schultz, Dave and Shirley Sisley. The Sisleys are new members from Delia.
Congratulations to Kyle Sorensen and Janelle Derr, who were married on Saturday in Stettler. Kyle is the elder son of Jim and Leanne Sorensen. We wish this fi ne young couple all the best as they start their married life together. The newlyweds plan to reside on their acreage south of Stettler.
Congratulations are also in order for another former En-diang lad. Dallas Mohn and Tracy Saunders were married in Calgary last Saturday. We send best wishes to the young couple for a long and happy marriage.
They plan to reside in Calgary.Lindsey Jones and daughter Charleen are home from to
trip to Nova Scotia to visit family members.Sympathy is extended to Ray and Charlene (nee Woelk)
Stirling and all of the Stirling family on the passing of Ray’s mother, Shirley Stirling of Castor. Our thoughts are with the family in their sad loss.
Congratulations to the team of Justin Jones, Jim and Kathy Krautt and Tyler Stulberg on winning the B event at the Coronation Farmers’ Bonspiel on the weekend.
Kirk and Twila Buchwitz returned home Friday from a trip to Las Vegas. They were accompanied by Twila’s brother and his wife and joined by another of Twila’s brothers from the U.S.
Twila’s mother, Sandi Hodgson, looked after the three
boys and the Byemoor store while they were away.The Endmoor mites had three good games in Stettler on
the weekend. Leland Dittman, Callie Tucker and Nate Hut-ton received the heart-and-hustle awards. Way to go!
Dale and Dee Green are home from a weeklong vacation in Jamaica, where they enjoyed a nice break from winter.
Some local folks attended the fi rst of a series of three one-act plays in Castor on Sunday. Former Endiang resi-dent Rhonda (nee Schilling) Steinwand was in the Castor Little Theatre cast.
The Swordsmen atoms team have a busy hockey sched-ule. They tied Stettler in Big Valley on Sunday. They play at Irma on Tuesday and host Irma in Big Valley on Thurs-day for the provincial playoffs. If they win that round, they advance to the provincial tournament. They also have league games in Stettler and Innisfail on Friday and Satur-day. Good luck, Swordsmen.
Sympathy is extended to the family of Johnny Shields, who passed away Sunday in Hanna. Johnny and his wife, Merna, were well-known in many communities.
Family Day was celebrated locally with free skating and hotdogs and hot chocolate at the arena in Byemoor.Hope everyone enjoyed the day with their families, doing activities of choice.
Humour for the day — To err is human, but to really foul things up, you need a computer.
Schellenberg clan gathers for 90th birthday
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The local Paper Bag Skirt band partici-pated in the battle of the bands held in Con-sort last weekend.
The latest band members are Maxwell Schaffner, Jonathan Muncy, Daniel God-berson, Thecla Wiart and Jillian Schaffner.
The Halkirk seniors held their fl oor-curl-ing bonspiel on Valentine’s Day, with 12 teams entered. People from Castor, Stettler, Endiang, Botha, Forestburg, Mirror and Halkirk participated in the tournament.
The Anne Neilson team posted the top scores on the day.
Sympathy goes out to the family of Shirley Stirling, who passed away last week. Her funeral was held in the hall last Friday.
Congratulations go out to Charlene An-derson, who was appointed a judge in Cal-gary last weekend.
Charlene lives in Calgary with her hus-band David and their children —Benson, Anna and Austin. Her very proud parents are Stan and Dorothy Anderson.
Seniors show their special Valentine’s love for curling
Get your dancing shoes ready and come out this coming Sunday to the Botha Hall for another great after-noon of dancing and visit-ing.
The old-time dance starts at 1:30 p.m., with the “Four and One” Band entertain-ing for the afternoon. There will be a pooled luncheon, so please bring buns/sand-wiches or desserts with you to share. Sounds like a great way to spend a Sunday af-ternoon.
The very next day, Mon-day, come out to the Botha Senior Centre for another great and creative day of quilting. They start at 9 a.m. sharp and put together some very beautiful items, so they would like everyone to come out and do some quilt-ing with them.
It’s a great day, and even if you have never quilted be-fore, the participants would love to see you join them.
Calling all seniors? The Botha monthly meeting is set for Monday, March 4, starting at 11 a.m. at the
Botha Senior Centre.The meeting starts with
a pot-luck lunch, so please bring one of your favourite items to share with every-one. The meeting follows the pot-luck lunch.
Every Tuesday evening, there are zumba classes from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Botha Hall. It’s a great class to get involved with, and they have lots of fun. Contact Callie Turigan at 403-742-8308 for more details.
Every second Tuesday at the Botha Senior Centre is Early Bird Bingo. The game starts at 7:15 p.m. and everyone is invited to play. The next Bingo evening is March 5.
Wednesdays begin with
coffee time at the Senior Centre, starting at 10 a.m., and organizers invite peo-ple to join them for a cup or two. It’s a great way to socialize and to meet your neighbours. They have the coffee pot on, and ready, ev-ery Wednesday morning.
Every Wednesday after-noon, starting at 1 o’clock, come out for great visiting and exercise and play carpet bowling. It’s a fun game and everyone is welcome to join the action.
Thursday is another fun-fi lled day of activities in the Botha area. Starting at 1 p.m. is fl oor curling, and it’s a great game. There’s lots of fun for everyone and it’s another great way to get
some exercise. These games are held at the Botha Senior Centre.
On Thursday, starting at 7 p.m., is Booty Bounce and Cardivascular Hip Hop Classes at the Botha Hall. They only run for one hour per week. Call Callie for more information.
Worship with Rev. Susan Bowyer and her congrega-tion on Sundays, starting at 11 a.m. They would love to see people celebrate with them. With Easter about about fi ve weeks away, let’s all remember the main rea-son for the season.
It’s hard to believe Day-light Savings Time begins in just a couple of weeks. On Sunday, March 10, we will turn our clocks ahead again for another season.
So, hopefully, that will be a sign of spring. It’s al-ready been a long winter, so spring can’t come soon enough.
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The days are starting to get longer, and you can feel that spring is right around the corner. With spring, of course, comes tax-filing season, so as “filing taxes” joins “spring cleaning” on your to-do list, here are 10 ways to save you money — and even land you that refund you’ve been hoping for.
• Tax- f ree sav ings account: Using a TFSA is a smart way to save on tax. Generally, the interest, dividends, and capital gains earned on investments in a TFSA are not taxed — not when they are held in the account or when they are withdrawn.
• Registered retirement savings plan: Pay less tax and save for your retirement at the same time. Any income that you earn in your RRSP is usually free from tax as long as the funds stay in the plan.
• Charitable donations: Donations of cash, goods, land, or listed securities made to a reg is te red charity or other qualified donee may be eligible for a tax credit.
• Parents: All those mornings spent at the hockey rink and afternoons spent at the ballet studio can mean savings — with the children’s fitness and arts tax credits. Child
care is also deductible, so gather up your receipts.
• Family caregivers: If you have a dependant with a physical or mental impairment, you could be eligible for an additional $2,000 this year with the new family caregiver amount.
• Student: Were you a student in 2012? You may be able to claim tui t ion, textbook, and
education amounts, as well as moving expenses if applicable. And if you’ve recently graduated, you can claim the interest you paid on your student loan.
• Public transit amount: If you are a public transit rider, you may be able to save by claiming the cost of your transit passes. You can get up to 15% of the amount claimed.
• S e n i o r s : I f y o u receive income from a pension, you can split up to 50% of eligible pension income with your spouse or common-law partner to reduce the taxes that you pay. You may also be eligible to claim the age amount, medical expenses, and the disability amount.
• Home buyers: You may be able to claim up to $5,000 if you bought your first home in 2012.
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Hope you enjoyed the Family Day weekend and some or all of your family was able to fi nd their way home to enjoy each other’s company.
Bill Avramenko called with some interesting news. His daughter, Har-lee, is a member of the Stettler Storm midget girls’ hockey team that’s entered in an online contest called “Stagg Chili Saves forSuccess.”
The national contest is based on submitted votes to an online website,staggchili.ca/vote.Voters can only enter one vote per Internet site. Look for the Stettler Storm and click on their vote button.
The top fi ve teams that receive the most votes by March 17 in the east and west regions of Canada will win a donation toward new jerseys for their teams.
The Storm are doing well so far, but need more votes, so check it out and help the kids.
On a side note, Bill is also looking for broken hockey sticks for projects at home. If you have any you would like to clear out, give him a call.
Rumsey’s mixed dou-bles bonspiel will start this weekend.
So head in to watch some curling action. It’s always more exciting to watch the real thing instead
of all that “huuurrryyy … haaarrrrddd …” yelling on TV. Does that annoy me? Yes, it does!
The 4-H speak-offs went really well. The children spoke with confi dence and polish. The members of this year’s club are Jorden Fer-guson, Rachel Robinson, Matthew Howard, Gar-rett Holowath, Quinn Nel-son, Zoe Avramenko, Joel Howard, Lowell Nelson, Brett Holowath, Corbyn Stoneman, Mickey John-
son, Tyler Ferguson, Blake Stoneman and Amanda Ho-lowath.
The top three speakers in the junior group were Amanda Holowath, Corbyn Stoneman and Matthew Howard. For the interme-diate group, fi rst went to Quinn Nelson, second spot went to Brett Holowath and third-place honours went to Rachel Robinson.
The seniors provided a real challenge for the judges, but they decided to
award fi rst place to Mickey Johnson, second to Lowell Nelson and third to Jorden Ferguson.
These speakers will carry on to compete at the Morrin School for the 4-H district level on March 16. If for any reason the top-placed speakers are unable to attend the district com-petition, then they’re to notify the next runner-up to go in their place.
The Rumsey/Rowley club has always done well at the district level, and I’m sure it will continue the same way, from what I saw last Tuesday. Well done, everyone.
This is an interesting story I read about and I
thought I would share: Bill Gates was in a restaurant and, after eating, he gave $5 to the waiter as a tip. The waiter had a strange look on his face after the tip.
Gates realized that and asked, “What happened?” The waiter replied, “I’m just amazed, because at the same table, your son gave me a tip of $500. His fa-ther, the richest man in the world, only gave $5!”
Gates smiled and re-plied with meaningful words: “He is the son of the world’s richest man, but I am the son of a wood-cutter.” (As the old saying goes, never forget your past … it’s your best teacher).
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The Erskine skating party was a hit last Friday. The weather was great and Mel Kelm got a great fi re going.
There was skating, music and hotdogs for everyone.
Thanks goes out to all those volunteers on the Erskine Recreation Board who orga-nized and put on the party —Sherry Mar-shall, Candace Rider, AJ Armstrong, Mark Higgins, Debbie Nibourg, Karen Arm-strong, Kelly Volker and Don Rasmussen.
Five teams showed up for curling fun on the Family Day Funspiel. Besides curling, there was bingo and dime toss games. All who came had a fun time.
This Friday is the start-up date for Er-skine School’s book fair. This event will go on until March 5 and anyone interested is encouraged to come into the school to see
what books are for sale. A parent night for extra later hours is scheduled for Feb. 26 from 4:30 till 7:30 p.m., all other days the book fair is on during school and library hours.
Erskine School receives a 50 per cent commission and that then goes toward the purchase of new books for the library.
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Plans for a Stettler Recreation Centre upgrade to accommodate Stettler Public Library expansion and the addition of a seniors’ centre are progressing favourably, say proponents of the project.
Town administrator Rob Stoutenberg said he was pleased with the co-operation between the committees involved.
Members of John Hull Architects met with community representatives last Tuesday to finalize blueprints for the renovations.
A public presentation of the architects’ drawings is scheduled for next Tuesday.
Library chair Jane Skocdopole said she appreciated the opportunity for input.
“Thanks to the councils, building committee and the architects for including us in the process and for truly listening to us, and for taking the time to fully understand our needs, Skocdopole said.
She said she was excited about the renovations.“The Stettler Recreation Centre is a really well-used
facility and this expansion will further enhance an already great community space.
“This will give the Stettler Public Library and its patrons a lot more space, more service and programming options — and that will enrich our entire community.”
The library has seen increased usage and posted an all-time record of almost 69,000 visitors in 2012.
Seniors’ interest groups involved in the consultation process included the bridge club, the dance club, the drop-in centre and the 55-plus group.
Considerable input from actual user groups pleased Coun. Malcolm Fischer, the town representative on the building committee.
“It’s been an example of very good town-county collaboration, showing a willingness to move in a positive direction, from the very beginning,” Fischer said.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Architect John Hull (left) reviews blueprints of the proposed Stettler seniors’ centre last Tuesdaywith community senior representatives Don Vallett, Fern Borgal and Terry Crisp.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Assistant librarian Crystal Friars (left) and Stettler Public Library chair Jane Skocdopole discussthe blueprints for the proposed expansion of the library with architect Daren Blair last Tuesday.
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JOHN MACNEIL Independent editor
Paula Dadensky not only knows she wants to become a teacher, but she can even picture herself instructing elementary students.
“I want to teach Grade 1,” she said. “That’s my goal.
“I love working with kids and want to make a differ-ence in their lives. Grade 1 students love their teacher, but they also have their own personality.”
Dadensky, a 20-year-old Stettler native, is in her fi rst year of education studies at Red Deer College.
She’s already at the head of her class on the soccer fi eld as a member of the RDC Queens, the bronze-medallists this past season in the Alberta CollegesAthletic Conference.
Dadensky was chosen ACAC rookie of the year and earned a berth on the all-conference team after leading the South Division with 11 goals in 10 games. She ranked fi fth in Canada.
When she received the awards at the league ban-quet in Edmonton, she was caught off guard while sit-ting with her teammates.
“It was just kind of a shock, and exciting at the same time,” said the fi ve-foot-four striker.
“Everyone was excited and said I deserved it.”
Dadensky earned a $250 scholarship as the confer-ence rookie of the year. She had a couple of ideas on how she might spend that money.
“I might buy myself a nice pair of soccer shoes, or save it for school or some-thing,” said Dadensky, who picked up a spiffy — and colourful — pair of cleats last month.
Dadensky plans to study at RDC for two years and fi nish her education degree at the University of Alberta.
When she transfers to the Edmonton campus in the fall of 2014, she might step up and try out for the U of A Pandas, who compete at the Canadian Interuniversity Sport level.
“I’d like to,” Dadensky said. “I want to try out. I think it’ll be a lot harder and tougher than playing for the college. But I’ll probably give it a shot and see what I can do — show ’em what I’ve got.”
Dadensky is a 2011
graduate of William E. Hay Composite High School in Stettler. She showed her stuff last fall as RDC’s lone striker and its go-to scorer.
“That was my goal this year — I wanted to be top goal-scorer in the league — and I managed to take the South Division (scoring title),” she said. “So that was one of my biggest accom-plishments. It was exciting for me.”
She set the pace with a combination of speed and skill.
“You have to be very quick and always moving on and off the ball,” Daden-sky said. “You can’t stand still and you always have to be thinking and looking for an outlet that you can run to space, or getting the ball and just placing it in the net.”
After fi nishing high school, Dadensky worked in Stettler last year to save money for college. In her rookie season with the Queens, her fellow fi rst-year teammates included Stettler’s Terra Salmon, a 2012 graduate of William E. Hay.
Dadensky said her close friend, Salmon, performed well while playing a tough position.
“Terra did really well on the outside. It was kind of a high level, and she kept up really good with all the girls, playing an outside-mid position, because she was running a lot. She had to do both forward stuff and defence.”
The Stettler girls stood the test of an early winter as RDC captured the bronze medal at the conference championship, which Mac-Ewan University hosted in Edmonton.
“There was snow on the ground and it was, like, minus-4 C the whole week-end,” Dadensky said.
Queens coach David Colley congratulated his players, including the two rookies from Stettler, for overcoming the winter-like elements at the end of the soccer season.
“Paula Dadensky, Tati-ana Aspillaga, Terra Salmon and Kristi Lem ran through hail, snow, ice and the pain barrier to shut down folk and provide crosses,”Colley said at the time.
As a collegiate new-comer, Dadensky stepped into a familiar environment in Red Deer, where she had played with a women’s team
last summer in the AlbertaMajor Soccer League.
“I had seen the coach be-fore,” she said of the Colley. “I didn’t know I was going to play that much, but when I started playing, it was lots of fun.
“He had seen me play before, but I wasn’t actually on his team (before the past college season).
“And the (previous) coach, Dave McCarthy, he invited me to play a game for the Queens last year, because they were looking for players. He’s the one that told me, ‘Yeah, there’s a spot.’ And then I came and tried out this year.”
Dadensky, a softball player for much of her child-hood, began playing soc-cer in Grade 8 with CASA United and later played with a Red Deer United team that travelled to Minnesota. She was with Red Deer at un-der-16 and under-18 levels.
She warmed up for the college season by play-ing in the Alberta Major Soccer League, but her sum-mer schedule was cut short because of an injury.
“I hurt my (right) ankle in the fi rst month of soccer, so I was out for six weeks,” said Dadensky, who used crutches for a week. “I got better just in time forcollege.
“At fi rst, I was kind of timid about going in, be-cause I knew my ankle was kind of weak, but I just grew over time and I just had to be confi dent in myself, and then others would be confi -dent in me, as well.”
Dadensky sampled soc-cer for one year in Stettler before pursuing the sport at higher levels out of town.
“I’d say the biggest im-pact for me was Humberto (Aspillaga), my coach from CASA,” she said. “He was the one who kind of got me started with soccer and taught me everything I know. So it was good to work with him, and I give him pretty much most of my credit.”
Dadensky is among three athletic siblings. Her 17-year-old brother, Justin, is a skateboarder and curler who played with the William E. Hay senior boys’ volley-ball team this past season. Her 22-year-old brother, Devon, played football dur-ing his high school days.
She thanked Kevin Stew-art of Stettler’s ID Apparel — where she worked last year — for sponsoring her.
Red Deer College Queens women’s soccer coach David Colley com-mented on the contribu-tions of Stettler rookies Paula Dadensky and Terra Salmon this past seasonin the Alberta Colleges Athletic Association:
PAULA DADENSKY“Paula led the line very
well and was a strong player with her back to the goal. She was great at find-ing the last defender to act as a target for balls from the midfield and defence. This trait, coupled with her ability to shield and hold the ball until support
arrived or to lay it off ac-curately and with her first touch, gave us tremendous
attacking options. She scored a lot of goals and could have scored more, but I chose to rest her for some matches because I needed her abilities for some matches against tighter opposition and she had accumulated two yel-low cards in the previous matches. I found Paula to be able to handle the pres-sure that playing alone and up front brings with it, which is no mean feat for a first-year athlete and that is all credit to her.
“This year has illustra-ted that Paula is an adapt-able player who will work for her teammates and is
able to take setbacks and come right on back to do her job to a high standard. She deserved the ACAC rookie-of-the-year award because she performed very well in a new sys-tem with a new coachingphilosophy.”
TERRA SALMON“Terra came to the col-
lege after playing forward for Red Deer’s AMSL team. The tryout squad was blessed with riches in that position, so she slot-ted into the wide midfield position for the Queens’ first pre-season friend-ly against Mount Royal
University, found she was effective there and never looked back. She made the left-wing position her own and was a constant threat offensively, either on her own or in linking up with Paula Dadensky and Claire Wallace; but she never ne-glected her defensive role, either, and tackled hard, as well as covered well for any defender that pushed up in the attack.
“Terra worked intel-ligently and tirelessly for the entire time she was on the field and scored some vital goals in some impor-tant matches, especially the one she netted in the
bronze-medal match at the ACAC championships.”
— MacNEIL
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Red Deer College striker Paula Dadensky, a Stettler native who turned 20 last week, was named the rookie of the year in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference.
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SPORTS Wednesday, February 20, 2013Page B2
The Stettler Legion Blues clinched fi rst place in the North Central Minor Hockey Association midget A division Sunday with a 2-2 tie against the visiting Rimbey Renegades.
In the process, the Storm contained Rimbey sensa-tion Kale Lapointe, who leads the league with 53 goals and 104 points in just 25 games.
“With the strong play of
defencemen Parker Cassi-dy, Brogan Cassidy, Riley Anderson and Tyler Stew-art, we held Lapointe to one assist,” said Blues assistant coach Neil McCallum.
“It was a showdown of the top offence versus the top defence in the league. It was a very competitive game, with some big hits and lots of action. It almost had a playoff feel to it.
“One of the key plays of the game was a gutsy call by head coach Matt Cassidy to pull our goalie, Jordan Mc-Callum, for a sixth attacker with four seconds left in the fi rst period and a faceoff in Rimbey’s end. We scored just before the buzzer to tie it at one.
“Both goalies were sharp and the game ended in a 2-2 tie.”
Logan Davidson’s goal with 4:48 left in the third period lifted Stettler into the draw. Stefan du Toit net-ted the dramatic goal with one second left in the fi rst
period. Micah Croker as-sisted on both Stettler goals.
Tye Munro and Douglas Wing replied for Rimbey, which fi red 23 shots at Mc-Callum. Stettler posted 40 shots on Nolan Carruthers.
The Blues have two games left in the regular season, but they’ve already secured fi rst place with a 16-4-4 record that has them six points ahead of Rimbey (14-9-2) and seven in front of the Red Deer Kings(14-11-1).
Stettler scored a 5-1 vic-tory over the host Innisfail Flyers (5-16-2) on Saturday night, after losing 4-2 to the Ponoka Wolves (9-15-2) on the road Thursday.
“We fi nally snapped out of our malaise and fi red 70 shots at the Innisfail goal,” Neil McCallum said.
“We jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the fi rst, and if it wasn’t for the heroics of the Innisfail goalie Klay Mu-nro, the score would have
been much worse.”The Blues’ Jacques du
Toit scored a goal and as-sisted on two others. Da-vidson, Stefan du Toit, Chase McGonigal and Parker Cassidy also scored for Stettler. Anderson col-lected two assists.
The Flyers were outshot 70-24 in a marathon night for Munro. Devon Woelk tended goal for Stettler.
The Blues were com-ing off a rare loss on Val-entine’s Day at Ponoka. Croker and Stefan du Toit scored power-play goals for Stettler, and Jordan McCal-lum blocked 29 shots.
Taylor Schnell made 24 saves for Ponoka, which got goals from Dustin Bell, Austin Way, Tyler Ekeli and Matthew Klimec.
“We didn’t play particu-larly well, which was a car-ryover from the weekend before,” said coach Mc-Callum. “It didn’t help that we had a disallowed goal and two very questionable
goals were allowed, plus an obvious interference (in-fraction) led to a third goal against us. Let’s just say the offi ciating there was a little suspect.”
After that setback, Stettler responded by earn-ing three of a possible four points on the weekend.
“The last two games, I think, got us out of our little slump and now we have just two league games left this week,” McCallum said.
Stettler hosts Innisfail at 6:30 p.m. Thursday and visits Ponoka at 6:15 p.m. Friday.
The Blues also plan to face off against host Provost this weekend for Game 1 of their two-game, total-goal zone championship series. Game 2 would be in Stettler the following weekend.
Stettler and Provost are already guaranteed berths in the midget B provincials, scheduled for March 21-24 at Provost.
Blues secure North Central midget A pennant
Stettler sent three teams to the Ponoka Junior Curl-ing Club’s competitive bon-spiel this month.
“The bonpsiel was all high school curling teams and I have to say I was pret-ty proud of our teams, who were three and four years younger than the teams out there and held their own,” said Stettler junior coach Nancy Georget.
“They didn’t walk away as medal contend-ers, but created quite a stir in the club because of their younger age. It was very well-played.”
Among the Stettler en-tries was the high school team skipped by Grade 8 student Paul Georget, a 14-year-old skip. His team included third Taylor Marko, second Aaron Lee and lead Justin Dadensky.
Georget has gained con-siderable experience from playing among adults, in-cluding his father Colin, in the Stettler men’s league.
At the Ponoka junior ’spiel, Georget’s rink ad-vanced to Pool B action in a skins-style format.
“You got two points per end if you won that end, and if you won the game, you got another fi ve points,” said Nancy Georget, Paul’s mom.
Youth movementStettler’s all-Grade 8
team is made up of skip Katherine Hataley, third Megan Roper, lead Skylar Kirkness and second Bre-anne Kent. They’re all 13 years old, but with varying levels of junior curling ex-perience.
“Megan and Kather-ine are in their third year, Breanne is in her second year and Skylar is in her fi rst,” said Megan’s mother, Brandi Roper. “The girls are all really good friends in school.”
Last month, Hataley’s rink won a Wetaskiwin bon-spiel and placed second in
Brownfi eld.“Our third bonspiel was
(this month) in Ponoka, where the girls were in tough, as they were in the grades 8 to 12 category,” Brandi Roper said.
Leduc bonspiel on tapUp next for Stettler ju-
nior curlers is this week-end’s Leduc bonspiel.
Some of the young curl-ers are bound for CARA competition Feb. 28.
Also on tap is the In-nisfail bonspiel March 2 and the Red Deer bonspiel March 10.
The Stettler women’s league has welcomed the junior girls to play with the adults on Tuesday nights.
“That gives (the juniors) great experience and prac-tice and the ladies’ teams really help them out with strategy,” Brandi Roper said.
Stettler’s junior curl-ers normally practise each Monday night.
Stettler juniors rock amonghigh school curling teams
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Paul Georget, 14, of Stettler releases a stone during Stettler junior curling practice last Monday night. Georget teamed up with high school athletes to perform well earlier this month at the Ponoka junior club’s bonspiel.
Contributed photo
Among the up-and-coming Stettler junior curling teams is Katherine Hataley’s rink. From left are Hataley, third Megan Roper, lead Skylar Kirkness and secondBreanne Kent. The Stettler foursome heads to Leduc for a bonspiel this weekend.
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Stettler Storm Novice Blue earned the C championship last weekend at the tour-nament in Three Hills. In the back row (from left) are coaches Cam Hansel, Glen Morbeck and Kent Hoopfer. In the middle row are Quinn Hansel, Brogan Hoopfer, Yuvraj Uppal, Chance Morbeck, Kolby Armstrong and Brody Lang. In the front row are Brady Coleman, Shawn Werbowesky, Colby Frank, Ashley Lang, Gabby Heck, Charlee Resch and Wyatt Streit. The goalie (in the foreground) is Carter Kranzler.
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The Stettler Storm midget girls played in a tournament at Olds on the weekend. The Storm are searching for votes in the Stagg Chili Saves for Success contest. Go to staggchili.ca/vote to register a vote.
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The Stettler Storm Novice Blue hockey team won the C division at the eight-team Three Hills tournament on the weekend.
Stettler took that title after beating Knee-hill White 8-7 in a back-and-forth game Sunday.
Chance Morbeck scored three goals, Quinn Hansel had two, and Shawn Wer-bowesky, Colby Frank and Charlee Resch each added one.
Each member of the Stettler team picked up at least one assist. Storm MVP honours went to Werbowesky, and Resch earned the
heart-and-hustle award.Stettler opened with a 9-2 victory over
Clive. Hansel fi red fi ve goals, Morbeck netted two, and Kranzler and Yuvraj Uppal each had one.
Morbeck was Stettler’s MVP, while Carter Kranzler won the heart-and-hustle award.
In its second game, Stettler lost 9-5 to Kneehill Red. Hansel and Uppal each tal-lied two goals, and Ashley Lang potted one. Hansel was chosen Stettler’s MVP, and Lang picked up heart-and-hustle honours.
Novice Blue Storm take
C side title at Three Hills
The Stettler Storm midget girls trav-elled to Olds on the weekend and won the C fi nal in the Grizzlys hockey tourna-ment.
Stettler beat Onoway 3-1 to fi nish with a 2-2 record.
The Storm went into the weekend shorthanded, with some girls missing be-cause of injuries, and work and family commitments.
They opened the tourney Friday night with a 5-2 loss to Olds.
Stettler rebounded Saturday morning and edged Onoway 2-1.
On Saturday evening, the Storm were tied 2-2 with Spruce Grove going into the third period, but they ran out of steam in the last 10 minuets and lost 4-2.
This weekend, Stettler plays its fi nal two regular-season games — Saturday at home to Sylvan Lake and at Ponoka on Sunday against Lacoka.
The Storm are still looking for votes in the Stagg Chili Saves for Success con-test. They began this week in sixth place and they’re shooting for a top-fi ve fi nish to win a prize. Go to staggchili.ca/vote to register a vote.
Longtime referee John (Jake) Jacobs of Stettler is bound for induction into the Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame.
Jacobs was among the nominees that Hockey Alberta announced last Thursday in the builders’ category.
Induction ceremonies are planned in conjunction with the Hockey Al-berta awards gala, set for June 15 at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel.
This year’s induction class includes builders Don Phelps and Rick Polutnik, the 1980-81 SAIT Trojans and the 1947 Edmonton Flyers.
In a glowing citation, Hockey Alberta recognized Jacobs’ dedicated career:
“John (Jake) Jacobs, revered by those lucky enough to know him, is a Level 4 official that started his officiating career in 1967. Serving as a referee instructor for nearly 20 years, those whom John
has instructed over the years see him as a mentor and motivation for becoming a better official.
“A player himself for many years, Jake switched to officiating because he believed he could make a greater contri-bution. Through his commitments in such roles as clinic Instructor and referee-in-chief of his hometown of Stettler, acting as referee council member and referee zone co-ordinator, and as an official him-self through national and international events (including six Viking Cups), John has played an invaluable role of making Alberta hockey better for decades.
“John is the past recipient of multi-ple awards, including Hockey Alberta’s Hockey Development Award, the Ernie Boruk Award and the Alberta Sport, Rec-reation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation Award — all for his significant contribu-tions to officiating in Alberta.”
Stettler midget girlsgo 2-2 in Olds tourney
Jacobs skates into Hall of Fame
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The Stettler Wildcats were gold-medallists two weeks ago in the Bentley senior girls’ high school basketball tournament. Among the Wildcats in action were Brooke Torgerson (left photo) and Shayla Neitz (right photo). This Friday and Saturday, the Stettler senior girls and senior boys are each hosting six-team tournaments.
Ty Page of the Stettler Wildcats goes to the net last week against Lacombe, with teammate Mark Meyer (8).
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The Stettler Wildcats are meshing well as they host their senior girls’ high school basketball tournament this Friday and Saturday.
“We have improved a tremendous amount as a team and are playing our best games of the year,” said Wildcats coach Charisse McDonald.
The Wildcats, who were scheduled to finish
their regular season this Tuesday at Camrose, lost a tight decision to La-combe at home last Tues-day.
“We had a great first half — very few turnovers and shot well,” McDonald said. “We ended the half giving up two easy layups and that turned out to be the turning point in the game. The first three min-utes of the second half
sealed our fate. They hit three three-pointers in a row and ended up be-ing 6-for-8 from behind the arc. The average for a good team is about 30 per cent.
“We played our best half of the season, but are still working on putting together a complete game. We need to cut down on unforced turnovers and rebound better.”
Stettler’s top scorers against Lacombe were Claire Aspenes, with 14 points, and Jamie Ternes, with 10.
This weekend, Stettler hosts a six-team tourna-ment that includes Bar-rhead, Ryley, Didsbury, Redwater and Daysland. All of the girls’ action is slated for the Stettler El-ementary School gym.
On Friday, the Wild-cats play at 3 p.m. against Ryley and 6:30 p.m. ver-sus Didsbury. Their Sat-urday schedule depends on Friday’s results, with the gold-medal game set for 4:15 p.m. Saturday.
Boys to finish seasonStettler’s senior boys’
team is also scheduled to host a tournament this Friday and Saturday at the high school gym.
In opening-day action, Stettler faces Wainwright at 3 p.m. and Strathcona at 6:30 p.m.
Also in the mix are Daysland, Barrhead and Calgary Phoenix FFCA.
The final is scheduled for 4:15 p.m. Saturday.
“Both the girls and guys have a variety of different teams, and a lot of new teams, coming to our tournament this year,” said Wildcat senior boys’
coach Joe Thibeau.“We are doing two-
pool, six-team draws.”This weekend’s action
represents the high school basketball swan song for Wildcat seniors Morgan Loshny, Mark Meyer, Ty Page, Wyatt Peters and Tyler Stewart.
The senior Wildcats, who didn’t qualify for the playoffs, lost a league game to Lacombe at home last week.
They were scheduled to visit Camrose this Tuesday night in theirfinal league game.
Stettler senior teams host six-team tournaments
The Stettler Wildcats placed fourth in the Wetask-iwin junior varsity girls’ high school basketball tour-nament last week. Although missing players, the Wild-cats “played hard,” said coach Santana Scarff.
She tipped her hat to Stettler’s top scorers in the tournament games — Grace Chapman, Amy Sones and Emily Wright.
The Wildcat JV teams are at home tonight to the Lindsay Thurber Raiders of Red Deer, beginning with the girls’ game at 6 p.m.
Last week, the Wildcat girls lost to another Red Deer school, Hunting Hills, 49-31. “Due to some foul-ing issues, the girls lost steam in the last quarter,” Scarff said.
The Wildcats’ top scorers were Morgan Van Dusen, with 13 points, and Chap-man, with 10 points.
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MARGARET HELEN (PEGGY) GREEN
Margaret Helen (Peggy) Green was born on the family farm north of Halkirk on June 10, 1929. She was the third of four children born to Gertie (nee Robinson) and Victor Green who had come to Canada from the U.K. Her older brothers were Bill and Bob, who both married, although Bob later divorced, and her younger brother was Jim. Peggy took her schooling at Spruce Creek School north of Halkirk, later right in Halkirk, during which time she often babysat for Fred and Vera Airey. She then took her high schooling in Castor. She also belonged to the 4-H club, where she excelled in cooking. She later worked for two or three years for an uncle in BC. After the passing of their mother in June of 1970 she began many years as a caregiver for her younger brother Jim who was physically handicapped. She cared for him for 10 to 20 years on the farm and then for the remainder of his life after she bought the home from Joe and Clara Schmidt. Jim passed away at the age of 70 after a brief final illness on August 25, 2008. Peggy was a charter member of the Royal Purple to which she belonged for 40 years. She later was a member of the Halkirk Drop-in Centre.She worked hard on the farm, where she had not one, but two gardens; one large and one smaller one. She raised chickens and Cornish hens. She also belonged to the Ladies’ Auxiliary in Spruce Creek and Rosebank for over thirty years. In her free time she liked to curl and was a long time (40 years) member of the Royal Purple. In her later years she was a faithful attendant at the Halkirk Community Church. She loved to get away with her best friend Mary Stewart on “gambling” trips - three times to North Battleford, once to Prince Albert and three times to Medicine Hat.Peggy was predeceased by all her immediate family members but is survived by several relatives from her mother’s side. Her mother was born Gertie Robinson, whose sister was Ethel Ronald and whose brothers included Albert, Bill, Bert and Dick. Peggy’s aunt Ethel and her husband Victor Ronald had five children; Art, who lives in the Castor-Halkirk area, Mamie (who with her family lives at Biggar, Sask), Alma (and her family who live in Ontario) Ernie (with his wife Dianne in Hanna) and Joyce Strome (and her family who live in Edmonton). Peggy’s uncle Albert and his wife Vi Robinson had five children: Bob (who is deceased), Roy, Marvin, Larry and Dale. Peggy’s uncle Bert is survived by his daughter Bubbles and her husband Bill Bullock and family, his son Tom and his family and his daughter, Norma Jean.Funeral services were held at Halkirk Hall, on February 13, 2013 with Pastor Jim Culham officiating. Pianist Cathy Schaffner played for the congregational hymns. Family and friends gathered for a time of fellowship in the Halkirk Hall and for a luncheon by the Halkirk Hall Board. Memorial donations may be made to Omega Cemetery or a charity of your own choosing.
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GRACE FOOKS1929 - 2013
Mrs. Grace Fooks passed away on February 11, 2013 in Stettler, Alberta at the age of 84 years. Grace was born to Sam and Marie Towpich on January 21, 1929 in Vegreville, Alberta. She attended school there and later worked as a telephone operator for AGT. Grace married Jim Fooks on June 3, 1951 and to this union five boys were born. As well as the love for her family, Grace also very much enjoyed spending time in the garden growing flowers of all types, she loved the
beautiful colors and smells. She was an artist and had a true love for music. She could often be found relaxing enjoying time spent doing crafts or playing the organ. There were many trips with her family that she had taken later in life that she truly treasured and spoke of often with many fond memories. Grace was a loving and dedicated wife, a loving mother and a wonderful grandmother who loved life and the outdoors. She will be truly missed by her family and all that knew her. Grace is survived by her loving sons Doug (Donna) Fooks of Kelowna, Don (Jan) Fooks of Scollard, Gord (Elaine) Fooks of Edmonton and Rob (Sylvia) Fooks of Stettler. Grandchildren Audra (Jeff), Erin (Curt), Alexis, Jon (Tanya), Ben (Candice), Pete, Jordan (Stephanie), Alan (Terra), Brian (Chelsey), Lynn (Chad) and Steve (Sarah), great-grandchildren Jackson, Brady, Ryann, Parker, Brandon, Grace, Dustin, Abbigail, Madaline, Jera and Jorja as well as extended family Amanda, Alex, Jory (Nicole), Jason (Candace), Victoria, Alexis, Charlie and Jayla. Grace is also survived by sister-in-law Lynn (Eric) Simms and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Marie and Sam Towpich, her husband James, son Jim, brothers Sandy, Steve and John and by sisters Martha, Lucy, Helen and Jeanette. A Funeral Service was held at the Brennen Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with close family friend Larry Meyer leading the service. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Grace, memorial contributions may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation or to STARS Air Ambulance in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and arrangements. 403.742.3315.
Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com
Ella “Maude” StewartSeptember 2, 1916 - February 12, 2013
Maude Stewart of Black Diamond passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Oilfields Hospital on February 12, 2013 at the age of 96 years.Maude is survived by her children Susan (Ron) S t randqu is t o f Grande Prairie and Neil (Myrna) Stewart of High River; grandchildren Wade (Shauna) Strandquist, Nicole (Jason) Buetler, Angela (Jeremy) Thiessen, Stacey (Brent) Jensen; seven great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and
friends. Maude was predeceased by her husband David N. Stewart; sisters Lula, Glen, Helen, twin sister Mae and brother Stanton.Maude was born in Fenn, Alberta and her and David raised their family in Erskine, Alberta. They retired to Black Diamond in 1974 where she resided until her passing.A Celebration of Maude’s Life was held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Lewis Memorial United Church in Turner Valley, Alberta.
To send condolences and view Maude’s Tribute Pageplease visit www.lylereeves.com
Caring for the family isLYLE REEVES FUNERALS
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Supervisor certification
Profit Sharing Plan& Group Benefits
resume@capemfg.ca
Career opportunity, apprentice to be a
licensed glass worker. Permanent full-time posi-tion, installing residential and commercial windows
and doors, automotive glass, glass cutting and
fabrication. Drivers license a must.
Apply in person to Heart-land Glass, Stettler or fax resume to 403-742-2678.
JOURNEYMAN HDmechanic required for
oilfield constructioncompany. Duties will
include servicing,maintenance and overhaul of our equipment. The job will be predominately shop work, but with a portion of
your time spent in the field. A mechanic’s truck will be supplied for you. The job is based in Edson, Alberta.
Call Lloyd at 780-723-5051
New Holland dealer in Stettler is now accepting
applications for Agricultural Technicians or Journeyman/Heavy Duty
mechanics with ag experience. We offer year round employment, hourly
salary from $25 to $32.50 depending on
qualifications, excellent benefits and a positive,
friendly team oriented work environment. If you are
looking for a rewarding career with a
successful growing organization, then forward your resume to: Bill’s Farm
Supplies, Attn: Tracey, Box 1325,
Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0, fax 403-742-1282, email to: billfarm@telusplanet.net
PYRAMIDCORPORATIONIS NOW HIRING!
Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various
sites across Alberta.Send resume to:
hr@pyramidcorporation.comor fax 780-955-HIRE.
SMS FORT MCMURRAY is hiring Certified Heavy
Duty Mechanics & Welders.Total compensation
$76.71/hour (includingpremiums & allowances).
14 X 14 shift rotation. Email:fmjobs@smsequip.com.
Website:www.smsequip.com
Tornado Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield
Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial
Painters, Electrical Technicians; Welders
(Journeyman or Apprentice); and
Labourers. Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environ-ment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward
resume to hr@petrofield.com or Fax
403 742-5544
TOWN OF PONOKAEmployment Opportunity
- Utility Operator II- Water Works. Position
details at www.ponoka.org or email:
michael.lewis@ponoka.org
We are now seeking a part-time employee for the following position required for the Stettler Office for approximately 20 hours per week:
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SUPPORTAs the successful candidate, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Online data entryFiling and general admin supportAnswering phones
Qualifications:The following qualifications would be an asset:
Office experience ERP System Experience, Syteline or SimilarProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and general computer knowledge.Proven organizational skills, with the ability to perform in a busy environment and prioritize tasks.
If you are interested in a career with an established Energy Services company, please apply in person at
7201-50 Ave., Stettler, Albertaor fax your resume to 1.403.742.6901
or email 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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HOME SUPPORT STETTLER & DISTRICTREQUIRES 1 (ONE) HOME SUPPORT AIDE
TO FILL AN OPENING IN OURHOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
REQUIREMENTS:Valid drivers licensePolice check required
Flexible to work various hours In good mental and physical health
Is caring and sensitive to the needs of each individual and their families
Dependability and punctuality are a must
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:Has training or experience working with the elderly, disabled or ill peopleHas the ability to communicate well with others and utilize good inter-personal skillsHas ability to organize/plan work schedule
DAYS & HOURS OF WORK:Monday to Friday between the hours of8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (10 – 15 hours per week)A fl exible work schedule, to suit your per-sonal needs, can be worked out
STARTING WAGE:Depending on experience/qualifi cations - $14.00/hrMileage and travel time is paid for County clients
Please apply with resume:In person or by fax to
Cheryl Smith, F.C.S.S. Offi ce4720 – 50 Street, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Fax: 403-742-1391 Phone: 403-742-6568
Is currently hiring:
HousekeepersWe offer:
RRSP matching programPerformance Bonus plan Group benefi ts including Health, Life, Dental, Optical, & Prescriptions
Use of the hotel facilities (fi tness, pool, and waterslide for you andimmediate family)
Discounts at Canalta Hotels in Alberta
An experienced team to provide you with professional support
Please forward you resumein confi dence to:
gm@ramadastettler.comor fax 403-742-6715
COME JOIN OUR TEAM!Stettler Boston Pizza is nowaccepting applications for
Full & Part-Time
CooksWe offer fl exible hours
and benefi ts are available.
APPLY IN PERSON TODAY!
a betteropportunity awaitsDiscover a better place to grow your career: a place that’s caring, engaging and
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guided by solid leadership and collaboration from every member of our organization.
<Agent or Agency Name>, an exclusive agent of The Co-operators, a leading
Canadian-owned insurance and financial services company, is looking for a qualified:
Sales AssociateCity, Province
the opportunity
As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for the sales and service of
The Co-operators products. In addition to responding to customer requests,
you will complete front-line risk assessments and match new, prospective and
existing clients to all lines of insurance.
your qualifications
You have, or will acquire within three months, a General Insurance License.
You must also be proficient with the Microsoft Office suite and other technology.
Other financial services licences, flexible hours, and travel may also be required.
If you are interested in a career with an exclusive agent of The Co-operators,
send your resume to:
Agency, Agent Name
The Co-operators
123 Anywhere Street,
Anytown PR, A1A 1A1
Fax 000-000-000
first_lastname@cooperators.ca
Discover a better place to grow your career: a place that’s caring, engaging andrewarding. We’re proud of our diverse culture of trust and respect. It’s a cultureguided by solid leadership and collaboration from every member of our organization.
Richards Insurance Services, an exclusive agent of The Co-operators, a leadingCanadian-owned insurance and fi nancial services company, is looking for a qualifi ed:
As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for the sales and service ofThe Co-operators products. In addition to responding to customer requests,you will complete front-line risk assessments and match new, prospective andexisting clients to all lines of insurance.
You have, or will acquire within three months, a General Insurance License.You must also be profi cient with the Microsoft Offi ce suite and other technology.Other fi nancial services licences, fl exible hours, and travel may also be required.
If you are interested in a career with an exclusive agent of The Co-operators,send your resume to:
Dick Richards4829 - 50 Street, P.O. Box 2020Stettler, AB T0C 2L0(403) 742-8321 Fax: (403) 742-1670dick_richards@cooperators.ca
Stettler, Alberta (1 position)Bashaw, Alberta (1 position)
Richards Insurance Services
Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd. is seeking qualifi ed candidates to fi ll Floorhand, Derrickhand and Driller positions. These positions are locally based.Applicants must have all necessary valid tickets for the positionapplied for.Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary & benefi ts package along with a steady work schedule.Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources
Email: hr@bearspawpet.comFax: 403-258-3197
Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Service Rig
is currently seeking applications for full time positions of:
Experienced Class 1 Gravel Truck DriverThe successful candidate should have: – A clean Class 1 Driver’s License– Gravel truck experience (an asset, but not necessary)– A good knowledge of the County of Stettler– Willingness to work overtime and some weekends
Experienced Heavy Equipment OperatorThe successful candidate should have: – Knowledge of Lease Construction and Clean up– Ability to take direction well, and work alone– Willingness to work overtime and some weekends– Multiple machine experience an asset, but not necessary
We are looking for a long-term employment relationship. We offer year round employment, late model and well maintained equipment, competitive wages with overtime compensation, and a safe, positive working environment.
If you are interested in becoming part of a successful team, that takes great pride in their employees, work and equipment, please email your resume to northstartrucking@hotmail.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
is currently looking to hire a
Journeyman MechanicHeavy Equipment experience would be an asset.
and also
B Pressure WeldersPlease fax resume to 403-742-3908 or email watsonwelding@xplornet.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
PIPELINE AND FACILITY SERVICES
jojo
CRUDE SERVICES INC.
is now hiringClass 1 Drivers for
transporting Dangerous Goods
Experience driving Super B, Tridem,and Body-Job units is an asset.
We offer top industry wages,group benefi ts package,
company RRSPs as well asscheduled days off.
Please send resumes:Fax: 403-742-4181
Email: jobs@crudeservices.caCall: 403-742-4189
Stettler Ag is looking for self-starters to tran-sport and deliver anhydrous ammonia to our farm customers during our spring fertilizer application season and to assist with other duties at our facilities.
A Valid 1A or 3A license and relevant experience are benefi cial but not required as we are willing to train. Given favorable weather conditions, these term positions are expected to being early Spring 2013.
Viterra offers a competitive wage and safe handling training.
To apply, please submit your resume via e-mail to gavin.wakefi eld@viterra.com or fax to 403-742-0114. When submitting your application, please also attach a copy of your fi ve year driver’s abstract.
The closing date for application is March 8, 2013.
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Truckers/Drivers 860B&D SIMONS TRUCKING
located in Camrose ABis currently seeking
DRIVERSMust have valid driverslicense & safety tickets. Please fax resumes &
abstract to 780-672-5842
Misc.Help 880
Truckers/Drivers 860CLASS 1 drivers req’d to pull flat deck, exc. wages, safety bonuses, benefits. We run the 4 western prov-inces . P lease con tac t 1-877-787-2501 for more info or fax resume and ab-stract to 403-784-2330
Truckers/Drivers 860
REQUIREDIMMEDIATELY
Casual or P/T Driversfor the Mirror, AB. area.
Class 4 license required. Please contact Chris at
780-264-1651
Misc.Help 880 Truckers/
Drivers 860DRIVERS WANTED.
Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to
locate rail defects.No rail experience needed!
Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks
vacation & benefitspackage. Skills needed -
Ability to travel 3 months at a time, valid licence with air brake endorsement.
Compensation based on prior driving experience.
Apply atwww.sperryrail.com
under careers,keyword Driver.
Do not fill in city or state.
ROADEX SERVICESrequires O/O 1 tons for our
RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our
RV and general freight deck division to haul
throughout North America. Paid by direct deposit,
benefits and company fuel cards. Border crossing
required w/valid passport and clean criminal record.
1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.
Misc.Help 880
BusinessOpportunities 870
ESTABLISHED 1901Historic Bed & Breakfast. Five guest rooms, turnkey
operation. Includes 2 houses on large riverside
lot in Minnedosa,Manitoba. $575, 000.; www.tilsonplace.com;castlebb@mymts.net.
204-867-2830
Misc.Help 880$100 - $400 CASH DAILY
for landscaping work! Competitive, energetic,
honesty a must;PropertyStarsJobs.com.
ACADEMIC ExpressAdult Education
and Training
• GED classes evening and days
• Women in the Trades
• Math and Science in the trades
Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be avail.
403-340-1930www.academicexpress.ca
BARRHEAD & DISTRICTS Co-op Home Center is
recruiting Assistant Home Center Manager.
Apply with resume to the Home Center Barrhead; Attention: Don Graham; hcmanager@telus.net.
EARN EXTRA CASH! Part-time, full-time
immediate openings for men & women.
Easy computer work,other positions are available.
Can be done from home No experience needed;
www.AlbertaJobLinks.com.
We are now seeking a full-time employee for the following position in the
Stettler branch:
PROJECT PURCHASERAs the successful candidate, you will be responsible for sharing the daily operations of maintaining “customer” service for our production and engineering departments in a timely manner.
Responsibilities would include but not limited to: Product sourcing, quoting, purchasing and job costing Receiving of goods and sorting to respective projects Inventory control and maintenance Computer data input Supplying direction to assembly parts runner
Necessary Qualifications:Proven organizational skills and detail to inventoryAbility to perform in a busy environment and prioritize tasksKnowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and general understanding of computersAbility to work in a team atmosphere
The following qualifications would be an asset:Ability to review drawings for procurement or planning purposesExperience with SyteLine or other accounting packagesForklift and/or crane operation
Benefits Include:Competitive wagesExcellent benefits (health, dental, life insurance, disability etc.)Participation in company RRSP plan with company match
We are willing to train the right candidate.
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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Allied Fabrication is a young aggressive company looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If you enjoy a fast paced, positive work environment, pride yourself on having an eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and consider yourself reliable please send your resume. Allied manufactures oil & gas production equipment from our facility in Stettler, AB. We are quickly gaining a reputation as a high quality, dependable, competitive supplier.
Welders/Fitters; piping spoolsWelder/Fitter; pressure vessel layoutSub Arc OperatorWelder; structural skidsPipefi tters; group/test satellites, separator packagesShipper/Receiver/PurchaserHelper; hydro testing, painting, fi nishing workAllied Fabrication offers competitive wages, a health & wellness program, access to overtime hours, and the opportunity to advance your career; division management positions will become available as we continue to grow.
Please send resumes to:
Fax: 403-228-4009 or Email: info@alliedfab.com
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Calling All Investors - 8,800 sq. ft. of building space with 6100 sq. ft. presently leased. Great
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4908 - 51 Street
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Misc.Help 880
EmploymentTraining 900
Misc.Help 880Established Manufacturing Company is looking for an
experienced Buyer/Purchaser
as well as an experienced Shipper/Receiver.
Both positions are 40hr/week . Wage would be commensurate with
experience/skills. Excellent Benefit
Package. Send Resume to: wehaveworkforu
@gmail.com
FULL-TIME MEAT CUTTER REQUIRED
at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta. 40 hours per week.
Benefits. Fax resume to 1-403-556-8652.
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EmploymentTraining 900
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Buy & Sell#1500 - #1990
Aircraft ..............................1510Antiques & Art ..................1520Auctions ............................1530Bicycles ............................1540Building Supplies ..............1550Business Machines ..........1560Cameras & Accessories ..1570Children’s Items ................1580Clothing ............................1590Computers ........................1600Concert & Event Tickets ..1610Equipment - Misc. ............1620Equipment - Heavy ..........1630Tools ................................1640Farmers’ Market &Food Basket......................1650Firewood ..........................1660Lumber ............................1670Garden Supplies ..............1680Lawn Tractors ..................1690Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700Household Appliances......1710Household Furnishings ....1720TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740Jewellery ..........................1750Kid’s Deals........................1755Misc. For Sale ..................1760Musical Instruments..........1770Music Lessons..................1780Piano & Organs ................1790Office Supplies ................1800Pets & Supplies ................1810Pet Services ....................1820Cats ..................................1830Dogs ................................1840Sports Cards ....................1850Sporting Goods ................1860Collectors’ Items ..............1870Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880Travel Packages ..............1900Wedding Supplies ............1910Recycled Products............1920Wanted to Buy ..................1930Items to Give Away ..........1940
Auctions 15301 HOME QTR & 18
PARCELS OF FARMLAND- Davidson, Saskatchewan.Sorgaard Ranches Ltd -
2290+/- title acres.3 bedroom bungalow,
30 X 50 ft. garage, selling at the Saskatoon Auction
March 19/13.Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers:
1-800-491-4494;rbauction.com
7TH ANNUALCOLLECTOR CAR
AUCTION & SPEED SHOWMarch 15 - 17/13,
Red Deer Westerner Park. Featuring Big Schwag &
indoor car show!Exhibitor space available.
Consign your car;estate today.
1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com.
CLOSEOUT AUCTION. Feb. 23.
Schultz Construction. Woodworking equipment, tools, hardware, pickups,
cargo trailer, office furniture, inventory, skidsteer.
Phone 780-944-9144; www.CenturyServices.com
MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, March 9, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave.,
Edmonton. Over 150 guns - handguns, rifles, shotguns,
miscellaneous.Call to consign 780-440-1860
MGM FORD LINCOLN SALES LTD.
3010 - 50 Ave., Red Deer, Alberta. Sat., Mar. 2/13,
10 a.m. All surplusequipment & assets
including portable sales office, dry van, forklift,
hoists, shop equipment, chain link fencing,
office furniture & more. See www.
montgomeryauctions.com or call 1-800-371-6963
MONTGOMERYAUCTION SALES CENTER.Sat., Feb. 23/13, 10 a.m.
26514 TWP 400,Blackfalds, Alberta.
Selling sheet metal equipment, vehicles, ATV’s, tarp
buildings, saddles, squeeze, meat equipment, building
supplies, Com.RO System, toys, dolls, shop tools &
more. See www.montgomeryauctions.com or call 1-800-361-6963.
RITCHIE BROSUnreserved Auction.Edmonton, March 8.
Two Parcels of Farmland located at Grassland,Alberta. For more infocontact Jerry Hodge,
780-706-6652 or visit: rbauction.com/realestate.
BuildingSupplies 1550
BIG BUILDING SALE. “This is a clearance you
don’t want to miss!”20x20 $3,985, 25x24
$4,595, 30x36 $6,859, 35x48 $11,200, 40x52
$13,100, 47x76 $18,265. One end wall included.
Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422;
www.pioneersteel.ca
SOON TO OPEN
Is recruiting for:Pump Attendants, Cashiers and Supervisor
for the new Gas Bar @ STETTLERWe are looking for a full complement of staff for the new Gas Bar, scheduled to open in late March. Supervisor – duties include assisting Gas Bar Manager with store
opening and closing, ordering and receiving supplies, staff supervision, recruitment, scheduling and development, merchandising, Customer Service, dispensing fuel as required.
Gas Bar Cashiers – duties include Customer Service, operating Cash Register, tobacco and lottery, dispensing fuel as required, stocking and general housekeeping.
Pump Attendants – duties include Customer Service, dispensing fuel, and propane, stocking and general housekeeping.
Opportunities include full time, regular part time and casual part time, including student availability.Candidates should have good interpersonal skills, customer service and fuel dispensing experience is an asset. Training is available. Previous supervisory experience is required for the full time Supervisor position.
Central Alberta Co-op offers a competitive salary and benefi ts package, as well as opportunities for personal growth. If you match these qualifi cations, and are interested in working for a true community builder, please submit a resume or application to:
Human Resources ManagerCentral Alberta Co-op Ltd.
5118 - 47 AvenueRed Deer, AB T4N 3P7
Fax: (403) 341-5811E-mailL c.krogman@centralab.coop
Successful candidates over 18 years of age will be required to undergo a criminal check.We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Central Alberta Co-op Ltd.
SO008007
Deep Roots. Promising Future.
CROP PRODUCTION REPRESENTATIVE Position #HR13-034
Fertilizer knowledge in plant and Fertilizer operation are required.
More to Life at UFA.UFA Co-operative Limited is one of Canada’s largest and most dynamic
We Offer:
www.ufa.com to apply.Explore the great career opportunities at www.UFA.com
Stettler, AB
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 742-4441 Fax: 742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICE
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 403-742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICE
SEASONAL OPERATORS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required for each position:
Grader Operator(s): • Class 3 license with Q Endorsement • Previous experience as a Grader Operator or similar skills and
experience in road construction • Effective communications skills in dealing with the general public • Mechanically inclined and demonstrate responsibility to
maintain their grader (eg. fuel, changing blades, greasing)Wage $24.16-$35.40 per hour, depending upon experience
Truck Driver(s): • Class 1 license with Q Endorsement for gravel & plow trucks. • Class 3 license and Q Endorsement for the water/fuel trucks. • Effective communications skills in dealing with the general publicWage $23.41-$29.72 per hour, depending upon experience
For the above positions, please respond in confi dence toDennis Nelson, Director of Public Works
Scraper Operator: • Class 5 license • Previous experience with road construction equipment would be
an asset.Wage $24.16-$35.40 per hour, depending upon experience
Please respond in confi dence to Randy Grams, Road Construction Foreman
For the above noted positions; please submit resume, along with current 5-year driver’s abstract. Candidates selected will provide a criminal record check prior to commencement of work.Resumes and supporting documents may be mailed or hand-delivered to:County of Stettler No. 66602-44 Avenue, PO Box 1270, STETTLER, Alberta T0C 2L0These positions may remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We thank all for their interest in the County of Stettler, but only those selected for interview will be contacted.
4814 - 49 Street,Stettler
403-742-5520
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4912 - 51 StreetP.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
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-Residential-Commercial
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House Plan DesignHouse Plan DesignSmall CommercialSmall CommercialShop DrawingsShop DrawingsAs BuiltsAs Builts
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Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca
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403-742-25204607 - 59 St., Stettler
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DR. D.G. BECKLUNDChiropractor
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Dr. R. TROY NELSONComprehensive eye
health and vision exams
Top quality frames,
lenses and contacts
Treatment of eye
disease, injuries and
surgical co-management
Phone 403-742-2683New patients welcome
Dr. Patricia RossDr. P.G. Wilson
Dr. D.A. HeimdahlOPTOMETRISTS
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403-783-5575
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Coronation Office
403-578-3221
Hanna Office
403-854-3003
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Dr. E. LYNESChiropractor
4719 - 49 St.Stettler, AlbertaOne block East of Scotia Bank
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE
4819 - 51 Street
Lori R. ReuleLL. B.
StettlerProfessional
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Robert de Vries
Phone: 403-742-3399
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
Brenda Anderson,
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5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
Phone 403-742-2529
Fax 403-742-2522
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Business Services#1000 - #1430
Accounting .......................... 1010Acupuncture........................1020Advocate/Mediation ............1025Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027Automotive ..........................1029Bands & DJ s ......................1030Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040Bookkeeping .......................1050Cabinet Makers ...................1054Child Care/Caregivers .........1060Carpentry ............................1062Car Rentals .........................1064Cat Work .............................1065Cleaning .............................1070Clerical................................1080Construction .......................1085Consulting ...........................1090Contractors ......................... 1100Computer Services ..............1110Drafting & Design................ 1120Eavestroughing ................... 1130Educational ......................... 1140Electrical ............................. 1150Entertainment ..................... 1160Escorts................................ 1165Farm Equipment ................. 1168Financial ............................. 1170Fireplaces ........................... 1175Flooring............................... 1180Food/Catering ..................... 1190Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193Glass Shops ....................... 1196Mobile Glass Shops ............ 1197Handyman Services ...........1200Health Care......................... 1210Income Tax .........................1220Insurance ............................ 1130Landscaping .......................1240Land Mapping .....................1250Legal Services ....................1260Limousine Services ............1270Massage Therapy ...............1280Mechanical .........................1285Misc. Services ....................1290Moving & Storage ...............1300Oilfi eld .................................1305Painters/Decorators ............ 1310Personal Services ...............1315Pet Services .......................1318Photography .......................1320Plumbing & Heating ............1330Printing................................1335Rental - Equipment .............1340Rental - Misc .......................1350Repair Service ....................1360Roofi ng ...............................1370Snow Removal ....................1380Travel ..................................1385Upholstery ..........................1390Well Drilling ........................1400Welding ............................... 1410Window Cleaning ................1420Yard Care ............................1430
Accounting 1010
Automotive 1029
CabinetMakers 1054
Contractors 1100
Drafting& Design 1120
Eavestroughing1130
Electrical 1150
Financial 1170
FurnaceCleaning 1193
Misc.Services 1290
Glass Shops 1196
HealthCare 1210
LegalServices 1260
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Misc.Services 1290
PersonalServices 1315
Plumbing& Heating 1330
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BuildingSupplies 1550FOR SALE - To be Moved. Various sizes and styles of
buildings available.For further information call
1-866-451-6395 / 1-403-279-6395
or visit www.mccannsbldgmovers.com
METAL ROOFING& SIDING. Best prices!
36” Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq.
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ALTA-WIDE BuildersSupplies 1-888-263-8254.
STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS
60% off!20x28, 30x40,
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Firewood 1660LOGS
Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.
Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging
403-318-4346
Misc. forSale 1760
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OfficeSupplies 1800
403-742-2395
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Agricultural#2000 - #2290
Farm Equipment ..............2010Haying Equipment ............2020Tractors ............................2030Combines & Headers ......2040Fertilizer Equipment..........2050Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060Equipment Wanted ..........2070Farm Custom Work ..........2080Farm Auctions ..................2090Livestock ..........................2100Livestock - Exotic..............2110Sheep ..............................2120Poultry ..............................2130Horses ..............................2140Horse Boarding ................2150Riding Supplies ................2160Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170Pasture Wanted ................2180Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190Seed Grain ......................2200Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Livestock 210053 BLACK BRED heifers, bred Red & Black Angus, calving Mar. 10.; 75 Red
Angus Simmental X cows, calving Mar. 10 403-843-6463
Horse/StockTrailers 2170HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings,
spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring.
Pick up & delivery avail.HORSE SHOE TRAILER
MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA
403-884-2173 403-430-0504
Grain, FeedHay 2190
FOR SALE:Alfalfas, Clovers, Grasses
plus Hay, Pasture,Reclamation and Lawn Mixtures. Early orderdiscounts - Book now!
No charge custom blending.Call 1-800-661-1529 or
esther@hannasseeds.com.
HEATED CANOLAbuying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.
Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed.
Buying damaged oroffgrade grain.
“On Farm Pickup”Westcan Feed & Grain,
1-877-250-5252
ROUND hay bales, $20 - $40. We deliver. Self un-loading. No Sunday calls
Please. 403-843-6380
Houses/Duplexes 30203 BDRM. house in Ba-shaw, 1360 sq.ft., 2 car det. garage, $1000/mo. $1000 d.d., no utils., avail. March 1 call 403-348-3058
3 bdrm. mobile home in Red Willow, AB. on large fenced lot, n/s, no pets, avail. Mar. 1 780-812-2646
Suites 3060L A R G E
One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS
FOR RENTNo pets
Phone Ellen at 403-742-1568
Phone Linda or Ernieat 403-742-5005
Industrial 31301,200 ft. heated shop in East Industrial area of Stettler. Available Dec.
1/12. Phone 403-742-8327, Tracey.
StorageSpace 3160STETTLER MINI
STORAGEHousehold, furniture,business records, etc.
Various sizes. Protectedby security alarm and
fenced and lightedperimeter. Owner:
Reg and Darlene Hunter403-740-9283 or
403-742-3153
MINI STORAGE10X12’ With 5x7 doors.
For quads, snowmobiles, furniture, etc.
Phone: (403)742-9729 DYMY Oilfield Services
Farm CustomWork 2080
PublicNotices 6010
Real Estate#4000 - #4190
Realtors & Services..........4010Houses for Sale................4020Houses Wanted................4030Condos/Townhouses ........4040Acreages ..........................4050Acreages Wanted ............4060Farms/Land ......................4070Farms/Land Wanted ........4080Manufactured/Mobile Homes ..................4090Income Property ..............4100Commercial Property ......4110Industrial Property ............4120Cottages/Resort Property ..4130Businesses for Sale..........4140Buildings for Sale ............4150Lots for Sale ....................4160Out of Town Property ......4170Investment Opportunities ..4180Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
Farms/Land 4070
FARM TENDER- 1354 acre farm in the RM of Ochre River, Manitoba. Tenders must be received
on or before March 22, 2013. For Tender
information view online: www.gartonsauction.com
LAND FOR SALEBY TENDER.
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buildings can bepurchased separately.
Gas well revenue.Call 780-206-0145
ManufacturedHomes 4090$2 MILLION INVENTORY
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ManufacturedHomes 4090
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Out Of TownProperty 4170
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Motorcycles 5080WIN A 2013
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$100./ticket. June 21 draw. 75% sold out. Proceeds
support Harley-Davidson Technician Program at
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ATV's 5150HOVERCRAFT
FOR SALE.2011 Hoverjet G.T.,
less than 10 hours on unit. Built for any wet terrain.
400 pound capacity. $18,000. obo. Additional
information 403-223-1200
Transportation#5000-5300
Automotive Services ........5010Antique & Classic Autos ....5020Cars ..................................5030SUV’s................................5040Trucks ..............................5050Heavy Trucks....................5060Vans/Buses ......................5070Motorcycles ......................5080Campers ..........................5090Motorhomes......................51005th Wheels........................5110Holiday Trailers ................5120Tent Trailers ......................5130Utility Trailers ....................5140ATV’s ................................5150Boats & Marine ................5160Snowmobiles ....................5170Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180Auto Wreckers ..................5190Vehicles Wanted ..............5200Car/Truck Rental ..............5210Recreational VehicleRental ..............................5220Trailer Rental ....................5230Misc. Automotive ..............5240RV’s ..................................5300
Public Notice#6000
Public Notices ..................6010Special Features ..............6050
PublicNotices 6010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
AND CLAIMANTS
Estate of JULIA FLORENCE
JARMINwho died on
MAY 31, 2012I f y o u h a v e a c l a i m against this estate, you must file your claim by April 14, 2013 and pro-vide details of your claim with
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
atBox 190, Bay 5,
5002 51 Ave.Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0
If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
Bale Hauling & SwathingBale Hauling & SwathingMarketing of Hay and Straw Marketing of Hay and Straw
Will load own truckWill load own truck
David UnruhDavid Unruh Cell 403-323-6787Cell 403-323-6787
Home 403-742-4673Home 403-742-4673
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 742-4441 Fax: 742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICE
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 403-742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICE
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVEDNotice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved as permitted uses in accordance with the County of Stettler No. 6’s Land Use Bylaw No. 1443-10:
1. No: 13000 Legal Description: NE 26-41-19 W4 Rural Address: 41468 Rge Rd 19-1 Name: Ronald & Eilene Damberger Proposed Development: Ancillary Buildings (2)
2. No: 13001 Legal Description: NW 22-40-20 W4 Rural Address: 20279 Twp Rd 404 Name: James Patko & Deanne Lyle Proposed Development: Detached Dwelling (2500 ft2)
3. No: 13004 Legal Description: Pt. of NW 32-39-21 W4 Rural Address: 39573 Rge Rd 215 Name: Tim & Cara Herbert Proposed Development: Detached Dwelling (1500 ft2)
4. No: 13005 Legal Description: Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 0729623 Rural Address: 39537 Rge Rd 220 Name: Shawn & Ivy Bredy Proposed Development: Manufactured Home (2006 - 1216 ft.)
Jacinta Donovan, Development Officer
VILLAGE OF ALIXPublic Hearing
Municipal Development Plan Amendment Bylaw 408/13
The Village of Alix has prepared an amendment to the Municipal Development Plan.
Bylaw 408/13 proposes to amend the Municipal Development Plan to update the Future Land Use Concept to ensure consistency with the recent adoption of the Intermunicipal Development Plan.
PUBLIC HEARING
A public hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 commencing at 7:00 PM at the Village Office, Council Chambers, 4849 50 Street, Alix, AB. The public is welcome to attend and provide their comments on the proposed bylaw.
A copy of the proposed Municipal Development Plan Amendment is available for public review at the Village Office during regular office hours between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday to Friday.
For more information call Kristina Schmidt with Parkland Community Planning Services at 403-343-3394 or Bonnie Cretzman with the Village of Alix at 403-747-2495.
A public hearing will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 commencing at 7:00 PMat the Village Office, Council Chambers, 4849 50 Street, Alix, AB. The public is welcome to attend and provide their comments on the proposed bylaw.
A copy of the proposed Municipal Development Plan Amendment is available for public review at the Village Office during regular office hours between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday to Friday.
For more information call Chris Ulmer with Parkland Community Planning Servicesat 403-343-3394 or Bonnie Cretzman with the Village of Alix at 403-747-2495.
ADULTS/CHILDRENANONYMOUS
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271
AL-ANON403-742-0990
ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP
403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091BEREAVEMENT
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BIG BROTHERS &BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION
403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE(formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance)
Brenda 403-742-3067
COCAINE ANONYMOUSPager toll-free (20 sec. response time)
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SUPPORT GROUP403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORTSTETTLER & DISTRICT
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Hot Line 403-342-1444STETTLER & AREAACQUIRED BRAININJURY SOCIETY
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403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICTFOOD BANK SOCIETYKathy Willis - 403-742-4567
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403-742-2337STETTLER PEOPLE FOR
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403-742-2999
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RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Seniors eager to get a new seniors’ centre in Stettler will have an oppor-tunity next week to provide direct input.
They’ve been invited to view and assess draft-de-sign plans for the proposed new home in Stettler Rec-reation Centre conference room during a forum next Tuesday at that location.
“The architect will show the design plans, and then we want to have time to get reaction and further sug-gestions from seniors and other users,” said Town of Stettler Coun. Malcolm Fischer, who chairs a com-mittee that includes repre-sentatives from seniors’ so-cial groups and the County of Stettler.
“We are trying to do the best thing for the greatest number of people for the most-economical cost, with available funding.”
With projected costs and suggestions and sup-port from seniors and user groups, the project will fur-ther be discussed by town and county councils, which plan to set the next steps.
Specifi cations for a functional, fl exible and af-fordable seniors’ activity centre have been prepared, as seniors appear to sup-port a proposal to relocate to the SRC upstairs in the conference room.
Part of the plan is to cre-ate 33 new parking spaces for seniors on the west side of the SRC, with a nearby exterior entrance.
Additional parking spac-es are also being proposed for the main parking lot.
Over the past year, the committee has consulted with various groups of se-niors, who have offered multiple suggestions to make the room most vi-able.
“Each of the groups that have talked to us appreciate that,” Fischer said.
The larger space would provide ample room to host large events, such as cribbage tournaments and dances, while two adjoin-ing smaller rooms would allow for work spaces for quilting and a pool room.
While the room is pegged to become a se-niors’ centre, it would also still be available to other groups for various events and activities, Fischer said.
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
An appeal has thrown a hurdle in the Whiteside Hutter-ian Brethren’s quest to construct a new colony four miles east of Stettler.
County of Stettler’s municipal planning commission ap-proved an application by the colony to construct clustered farm dwellings on the east half of Section 12, Township Road 39, Range Road 19, said Johan Vanderbank, director of planning and development.
The application included eight buildings of four units each, for a total of 32 farm dwellings.
Vanderbank said the application met the criteria of the municipal development plan. He said it also satisfi ed a guiding principle of the county’s vision statement to protect and support agricultural uses.
Adjacent landowners were notifi ed of the intention of the applicant and one appellant has appealed the approval of the application, Vanderbank said.
A Feb. 28 hearing has been set for the case to be brought before the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.
Vanderbank said the approval of any confi ned feed-ing operations (CFOs) is not under county jurisdiction, but rather under NRCB (Natural Resources Conservation Board) rule.
He said the application site is outside the CFO exclusion zone with the Town of Stettler.
Seniors to voice
their wishes for
new activity centre
Proposed Stettlercolony hits snagsat appeal level
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
STUDY IN CONTRASTS — A blanket of snow stands out in front of the lawn furniture that decorates a Bashaw backyard last week, as at least one home-owner gets an early jump on spring.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY Wednesday, February 20, 2013Page B10
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Crafty Crew 4-H Multi-Club members showed their public-speaking smarts in Stettler. In the back row (from left) are Rebecca Rahn, Chloe Adam, Maia Mudric, Kassidy Bourdon, Laura Smith and Danae Chostner. In the front row (from left) are Melissa Smith, Natasha Smith, Amber Sylvester, Sabrina Greidanus and Analise Greidanus.
By Crystal FriarsLiterally Yours
Today is an exciting day at the Stettler Public Library. Renovations are now of-ficially a go and the plans look wonder-ful. Stop in and see the architect’s plans posted up by the front doors and let us know what you think.
Feb. 24 to March 2 is a very important week at the Stettler Public Library. It’s Freedom to Read Week and it’s some-thing that we feel very strongly about.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states, “Everyone has the following fundamental freedoms … thought, belief, opinion, and expres-sion.”
The library should be a place where ideas and thoughts follow freely and where you can access the information without prejudice.
During Freedom to Read Week, mug-shot posters of the staff will be placed around the library. The prisoner number in each photo has literary significance and it’s your job to figure out what it is.
Banned and challenged books will be on display throughout the library and we hope that they will start discussion. Stop in and join the discussion as you look at the posters from past Freedom to Read Weeks.
We have a busy few weeks at the Stettler Public Library. Here is a quick overview of what is coming up:
Tech Time for Seniors takes place Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring us your tech needs and we’ll help you out.
Join us for the Academy Award-nom-inated movie “War Witch” on Thursday at 7 p.m. Watch this fabulous movie be-
fore the Oscars are handed out Sunday night.
Chicks with Sticks is back on Tues-day at 7 p.m. Bring your craft project and enjoy some wonderful advice and fantastic company.
We will celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday on Saturday, March 2, from 1 to 3 p.m. Join us for crafts, cake games and some classic Seuss stories.
Join us for a special Something Cool After School on Wednesday, March 6, at 4 p.m. for Doughnut Day. Eat a Tim-bit, create a felt donut, leave sweet and happy.
On Saturday, March 9, from 1 to 3 p.m., celebrate National Picnic Day at the Stettler Public Library. Bring a blan-ket and snacks to our indoor picnic and enjoy the movie “Wreck-It Ralph.” We will provide the ants.
We are inviting all children ages three and four to our Fancy Nancy Tea Party on Friday, March 22, from 6 to 7 p.m. The library is having a tea party be-cause being fancy is fun. Call 403-742-2292 to register and call soon because space is limited.
— Books are available for all three book clubs. Copies of “The Perks of Be-ing a Wallflower” are available for the members of the Brain Candy Book Club who will be discussing it on Tuesday, March 5, at 7 p.m.
For anyone interested in Readers’ Circle choice of “The Sisters Brothers” on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m., cop-ies are also available. Ages 13 and up are welcome to join the Spine Crackers Book Club on Tuesday, March 12, at 6 p.m., when “Framed” by Frank Cottrell Boyce will be the topic of discussion.
Library patrons track ‘prisoners’ during Freedom to Read Week
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By Melissa SmithClub reporterCrafty Crew 4-HMulti-Club
The Crafty Crew 4-H Multi-Club hosted its pub-lic-speaking event at the Stettler LDS church.
Each member presented
an original presentation or speech to six judges. After a presentation, the member had to answer one question from the judges, or for a speech they had to do an impromptu.
Two members from each level (senior, interme-diate and junior) and type
(speech and presentation) advanced to districts, which are set for the Erskine and Big Valley schools, respec-tively.
This year, those lucky 4-H members are Melissa Smith, Laura Smith, Da-nae
Chostner, Chloe Adam,
Sabrina Greidanus, Amber Sylvester, Rebecca Rahn and Kassidy Bourdon.
A great big thank-you goes out to our judges. They were Gail and Brian Peterson, Christel Shuck-burgh, Sharon Spencer, Fe-licity Weymer and Deanna Rowles.
Crafty Crew hones skills
at public-speaking event
4-H reports
By Natalie SchillingClub reporterByemoor Beef 4-H Club
The Byemoor Beef 4-H Club held our last meeting earlier this month at the Byemoor Arena.
We all handed in our speech topics for our club public-speaking compe-tition to be held tonight at 6:30 at the Byemoor
School.After our meeting, we
had a public-speaking activ-ity to help us all get ready for the big night.
We have multiple impor-tant dates to remember on our 4-H calendar:
March 6 — District pub-lic-speaking competition at Erskine School at 6 p.m.
March 13 — District presentation competition.
April 13 — Stettler 4-H District Fun Day at the Stettler Recreation Centre — swimming from 4 to 6 p.m., and pizza to follow. This gathering was really fun last year, so 4-H mem-bers are advised to mark your calendars and not miss the fun.
Stay tuned for the results of our club public-speaking competition.
Byemoor 4-H members speak outto kick off busy winter schedule
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The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life in Stettler is just around the corner.
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Former and current can-cer patients and caretakers, those who have lost a loved one to cancer, families, businesses, civic organiza-tions and the public are in-vited to take part in what’s expected to be an exciting team event.
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Photos by RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
MILKING THE HOLIDAY — Three-year-old Zander Jones milks a “cow” with his fi ve-year-old brother Dominik, mother Danelle, father Dean and one-year-old sister Isabella during Family Day festivities Monday at the Stettler Recreation Centre.
HAVING A BALL — Youngsters Riley Barritt, Hunter Barritt and Cruz Stoutenberg jumped into the fun-fi lled afternoon at the Family Day activities Monday at the Stettler Recreation Centre.
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edit. No
t all bu
yers wil
l qualif
y for th
e lowes
t LAPR
payme
nt. Lea
se a veh
icle wit
h a valu
e of $18
,999/$
30,999 a
t 0%/3.9
9% LAP
R for up
to 48 m
onths w
ith $1,5
00/$2,4
00 dow
n or equ
ivalent
trade i
n, mont
hly pay
ment i
s $218/
$441, to
tal leas
e obliga
tion is $
11,964/
$23,568
and opt
ional b
uyout i
s $7,030
/$10,54
0. Offer
includ
es Manu
facture
r Rebat
e of$50
0/$8,0
00. Tax
es paya
ble on f
ull am
ount of
lease fi
nancin
g price a
ft er Ma
nufactu
rer Reb
ate is d
educted
. Offers
includ
e freigh
t and ai
r tax of
$1,650/
$1,700
but exc
lude op
tional f
eature
s, adm
inistrat
ion and
registr
ation fe
es (adm
inistrat
ion fee
s may v
ary by d
ealer), f
uel fi ll
charge
and all
applica
ble tax
es. Add
itional
payme
nts req
uired fo
r PPSA,
registr
ation, s
ecurity
deposit
, NSF fe
es (whe
re appl
icable),
excess
wear an
d tear, a
nd late
fees. S
ome co
ndition
s and m
ileage r
estrictio
ns of 80
,000 km
over 48
month
s apply.
A char
ge of 16
cents p
er km o
ver mil
eage re
strictio
ns appl
ies, plu
s applic
able ta
xes. Ma
nufactu
rer Reb
ates ca
n be use
d in con
junctio
n with
most re
tail con
sumer o
ffers m
ade ava
ilable b
y Ford o
f Canad
a at eith
er the t
ime of f
actory o
rder or
deliver
y, but n
ot both
. Manuf
acturer
Rebate
s are no
t comb
inable
with an
y fl eet c
onsum
er incen
tives. ▼
Progra
m in ef
fect fro
m Janu
ary 15,
2013 to
April 1
, 2013 (
the “Pr
ogram
Period
”). To q
ualify,
custom
er must
turn in
a 2006
model
year or
older v
ehicle t
hat is i
n runni
ng cond
ition (a
ble to s
tart and
move a
nd wit
hout m
issing pa
rts) and
has bee
n prop
erly reg
istered
/plated
or insu
red for
the las
t 3mo
nths (t
he “Crit
eria”).
Eligible
custom
ers will
receive
[$500]
/[$1,00
0]/[$2
,500]/
[$3,00
0] towa
rds the
purcha
se or lea
se of a n
ew 201
2/2013
Ford [C
-Max, F
usion H
ybrid &
Energi]
/[Fusio
n (exclu
ding S,
Hybrid
& Ener
gi), Tau
rus (exc
luding
SE), Mu
stang (e
xcludin
g Value
Leader
), Escap
e (exclu
ding S)
, Transit
Connec
t (exclu
ding EV
), Edge
(exclud
ing SE)
, Flex (e
xcludin
g SE), E
xplorer
(exclud
ing bas
e)]/[F
-150 (ex
cluding
Regula
r Cab 4
x2 XL), E
xpediti
on, E-S
eries]/
[F250-
550] –
all Fiest
a, Focu
s, Rapt
or, GT50
0, BOSS
302, Tra
nsit Con
nect EV
, Mediu
m Truck
, Value
Leader
and Lin
coln mo
dels exc
luded (
each an
“Eligib
le Vehic
le”). Ta
xes pay
able be
fore Reb
ate am
ount is
deduct
ed. To q
ualify:
(i) cus
tomer m
ust, at
the tim
e of the
Eligible
Vehicle
sale, p
rovide
the Dea
ler with
(a) suffi
cient p
roof of
Criteria
, and (b
) signed
origin
al owne
rship t
ransfer
ring cus
tomer v
ehicle t
o the Au
thorize
d Recy
cler; an
d (ii) E
ligible
Vehicle
must b
e purcha
sed, lea
sed, or
factory
ordered
during
the Pro
gram P
eriod. O
ffer onl
y availa
ble to r
esident
s of Can
ada and
payabl
e in Can
adian d
ollars. O
ffer is t
ransfer
able on
ly to per
sons do
miciled
with th
e owner
of the r
ecycled
vehicle
. Offer
can be
used in
conjun
ction w
ith mo
st retail
consum
er offer
s made
availab
le by Fo
rd at eit
her the
time of
factory
order o
r delive
ry, but n
ot both
. Offer
not ava
ilable o
n any ve
hicle re
ceiving
CPA, GP
C, Comm
ercial C
onnecti
on or Da
ily Rent
al Reba
tes and
the Com
mercia
l Fleet R
ebate P
rogram
(CFIP).
Custom
ers elig
ible for
CFIP ar
e not el
igible fo
r this o
ffer. Lim
ited tim
e offer,
see dea
ler for d
etails o
r call th
e Ford C
ustome
r Relati
onship
Centre
at 1-80
0-565-
3673. *
**Estim
ated fu
el cons
umptio
n rating
s for 20
13 Focu
s 2.0L I4
5-spee
d manu
al tran
smissio
n: [7.8L
/100km
(36MPG
) City, 5
.5L/100
km (51
MPG) Hw
y] / 201
3 F-150
4X4 5.0
L V8 6-s
peed au
tomatic
transm
ission: [
15.0L/1
00km (
19MPG)
City, 10
.6L/100
km (27
MPG) Hw
y]. Fue
l consu
mption
rating
s based
on Tran
sport C
anada a
pprove
d test m
ethods
. Actua
l fuel c
onsum
ption w
ill vary
based o
n road c
onditio
ns, veh
icle loa
ding, v
ehicle e
quipm
ent, an
d drivin
g habits
. **Wh
en prop
erly equ
ipped.
Max. to
wing of
11,300
lbs wit
h 3.5L E
coBoos
t 4x2 an
d 4x4 an
d 6.2L 2
valve V
8 4x2 en
gines. M
ax. pay
load of
3,120 lb
s with
5.0L Ti-V
CT V8 en
gine. C
lass is F
ull-Size
Pickup
s under
8,500
lbs GVW
R vs. 20
12/2013
compet
itors. ‡
‡Max.
horsep
ower of
411 and
max. to
rque of
434 on
F-150 6.
2L V8 en
gine. C
lass is F
ull–Size
Pickup
s under
8,500
lbs GVW
R vs. 20
12/2013
compar
able co
mpetit
or engi
nes. ††
†Some
mobile
phone
s and so
me dig
ital me
dia pla
yers ma
y not be
fully co
mpatib
le – che
ck www
.syncmy
ride.com
for a li
sting of
mobile
phone
s, media
players
, and fe
atures
suppor
ted. Dr
iving w
hile dis
tracted
can res
ult in lo
ss of ve
hicle co
ntrol, ac
cident a
nd inju
ry. Ford
recom
mends
that dr
ivers us
e cautio
n when
using m
obile p
hones,
even w
ith voic
e comm
ands. O
nly use
mobile
phone
s and ot
her dev
ices, ev
en with
voice co
mmand
s, not e
ssential
to drivin
g when
it is saf
e to do
so. SYN
C is opt
ional o
n most
new For
d vehicl
es. ©20
13 Siriu
s Canad
a Inc. “S
iriusXM
”, the Si
riusXM
logo, c
hannel
names a
nd log
os are t
radem
arks of
SiriusX
M Radi
o Inc. a
nd are
used un
der lice
nce. ©2
013 For
d Moto
r Comp
any of C
anada,
Limited
. All righ
ts rese
rved.
10.6L/100km 27MPG HWY***
15.0L/100km 19MPG CITY***
For 72 months with $2,500 down or equivalent trade.
Bi-Weekly purchase financing
For 48 months with $2,400 down or equivalent trade.
Offers include $8,000 manufacturer rebate and $1,700 freight and air tax.
lease for only
or
$212††
@4.99%
$441±
@3.99%
2013 F-150 XLT SUPER CAB 4X4
or cash purchase for only
APR
APR
$30,999*
5.5L/100km 51MPG HWY***
7.8L/100km 36MPG CITY***
For 72 months with $2,000 down or equivalent trade.
Bi-Weekly purchase financing
or cash purchase for only
$109††
@0%APR
APR
$18,999*
For 48 months with $1,500 down or equivalent trade.
Offers include $500 manufacturer rebate and $1,650 freight and air tax.
lease for only
or
$218±
@0%
2013 FOCUS 4 DOOR SE
albertaford.caGet a vehicle you’ll be happy with today.Only at your Alberta Ford Store.
PAYLOAD**
TOWING**
POWER‡‡
For 72 months with $3,500 down or equivalent trade.
Bi-Weekly purchase financing
$298††
@5.99%
Offers include $5,000 manufacturer rebate and $1,700 freight and air tax.
2013 F-250 XLT 4X4 WESTERN EDITION
or cash purchase for only
APR
$42,499*
Western Edition package includes:• Reverse Camera • Tailgate Step • Sync®††† • Foglamps • Black Platform Running Boards • 18" Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels• Plus Remote Start
0% 72purchasefinancing for up to m
on
ths
apr $8,000in manufacturer rebates
on most new 2013 models. F-150 Super Cab or Super Crew with 5.0L engine amount shown.
or
as
low
as
up to
plus
on select new 2013 models
Your first 3 bi-weekly
payments are on us.
◆
‡†
on most new 2013 models
That’s another $500-$1,750 back in your pocket
Recycle Your Ride and get up to
in additional incentives.$3,000
▼
Towards most new 2012/2013 models. Super Duty amount shown.
Hurry, ends
February 28th
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