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Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

Trustees have approved a mo-tion that is expected to result in major changes for the distribu-tion of grades in Stettler’s public schools for September 2015.

The Clearview Public Schools board based its motion on a rec-ommendation from superinten-dent Peter Barron, contained in a 48-page report presented at the board’s regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 29.

The plan, which is expected to take effect for the 2015-16 school year, would see Stettler Middle School eliminated, with

its grades split between the other schools in the Stettler complex.

Stettler Elementary School would expand to include Kinder-garten through Grade 6, while William E. Hay Composite High School would then cover grades 7 through 12.

Each of the two schools would have one assigned principal. Stettler Outreach School would continue to operate, either with a designated site principal — as is currently the case — or under the direction of the high school principal.

Botha School, which cur-rently provides Kindergarten through Grade 5, would expand

to include Grade 6, bringing the school in line with the new con-figuration in Stettler.

Barron’s recommendation gave the board the option of continuing with the “status quo” configuration or adopting the new one. The board voted unanimously to adopt the new configuration, which was noted by chair Cheri Neitz.

“That’s good to see unity, moving forward,” she told the Independent this week. “We want this to be a positive move.”

Barron’s report took into consideration the history of the schools in Stettler, as well as consultations, surveys and dis-

cussions that have taken place over the last couple of years.

These included a facility analysis conducted at the end of 2012, a major survey taken in the fall of 2013, and a research summary completed in February 2014 by the University of Cal-gary’s Joanne Steinmann.

The superintendent was tasked in October with reviewing “the issues pertaining to schools in the Town of Stettler through staff, student and parent engage-ment, and to provide the Board with recommendations for their resolution in January 2015.”

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Students cheer on their teachers and other volunteers — tasked with eating a piece of fried chicken without the use of their hands — during Medieval Days at Stettler Elementary School on Wednesday, Jan. 28. (Competing in the game from left are Denyse Boyd, Marilyn Potter, Leah Watts and Alex Buttars.) Please see our story on page 4.

Independent COMMUNITYWednesday, February 4, 2015Page 2 The Stettler Independent

Superfluity packed for anniversaryStacey Lavallie

INDEPENDENT REPORTER

Though Olive Long wasn’t alive to see the 35th anniversary of the proj-ect she started in 1980, her presence was felt in every piece of clothing, jewelry, dishware and buttons that make up the bulk of Super-fluity’s crowded shelves.

On Thursday, Jan. 29, the volunteer-run thrift store held a special grand re-opening after renovations added much-needed shelv-ing to the store. The gather-ing drew in crowds, filling the small store to the gills.

Superfluity started in 1980 with a handful of vol-unteers, a number that has ballooned to include more than 80 today. Volunteers from the Outreach School go through bags and bags of donations, pluck but-tons from clothes destined to become rags, clean and maintain the store, and run the till.

The store was started not only to recycle perfectly us-able items being sent to the landfill, but also to return that money to the commu-nity in the way of program support.

Jean Gilbert, who was the Stettler & District Fam-ily and Community Support Services director in 1980, helped Long start the store.

“I am so proud,” Gilbert said to the gathered crowd. “Olive, I wish you were here to see this dream come true.”

In the first 15 years of ex-istence, Superfluity injected $75,000 back into the Stet-tler and area community. In 2013, Superfluity raised and donated that same amount in just 12 months, showing the popularity of the local thrift store.

In 2014, that number reached $97,000.

The money goes to local community programs and charities and sponsors ac-tivities like free swimming at the community pool.

Gail Benjamin, the vol-unteer coordinator at Stet-

tler Hospital, thanked the volunteers at Superfluity for their hard work, noting it’s made a huge difference for the hospital.

“I see many of the volun-teers at Superfluity as vol-unteers at the Hospital,” she said. “These people give so much.”

The hospital is in the final stages of selecting a new nurse call system that will make the lives of nurses and patients much better, using money donated by Super-fluity.

“You make an impact on our daily lives,” she said.

Superfluity supports the Handivan program, the breakfast program at the schools, and has given away four $500 scholarships at the local high school. This year, they donated $10,000 towards a new day care building.

Excess clothing and goods are sent monthly to shelters in surrounding communities, helping pro-vide for women and chil-dren in unstable situations.

As part of the celebra-

tion, three teams – one from the local Home Hardware, one from the Credit Union, and one from the Outreach School – had 15 minutes to “shop” and do a fashion show. The three organiza-tions support Superfluity.

At the end of 15 minutes, the teams debuted their choices. The three models – all men – came out in wigs. One was dressed as a pirate, limping on a crutch and wearing a parrot doll on his shoulder. Another came out looking like quite the formal dame and was dubbed Her Majesty. The third looked like a blonde beach babe in brightly coloured beachy wear.

Each team was given a donation of $100 to go to their favourite charities, and each were presented with the first Olive Award – a barbie doll stuck to a piece of wood and spray-painted bright neon pink.

One of the donations was gifted back to Superfluity, another went to the Ronald McDonald House, and the third to the High School.

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T The Town of Stettler’s Deputy Mayor, Al Campbell, cuts the ribbon officially opening the recently renovated Superfluity Thrift Store in Stettler. Pictured, from left, are Betty Sideritsch, Jean Usher, Phyllis Epp, Campbell, Elva Regan, Jean Gilbert, and DeLores Duris. Yvonne Coleman also held the ribbon. Missing is Bernice Brown.

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Stacey LavallieINDEPENDENT REPORTER

Police are asking people to keep their eyes peeled for a stolen car af-ter three suspects went on a vehicle-stealing tour of rural Stettler this past weekend.

The three came into the county in a stolen vehicle from Wetaskiwin, which was abandoned and torched on the roadside. The three stole a vehicle from a nearby residence and, after getting it stuck, stole an-other. They then drove to another residence, abandoned the vehicle and stole another, and headed to yet another residence where they again abandoned the vehicle before steal-ing the as yet unaccounted for car.

The car, a black two-door 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, has an Alberta licence plate BLD 6662. Police are currently investigating and believe the three and the stolen car have left the county.

Suspicious person’s complaint nabs two thieves-to-be

Police received a phone tip from a concerned resident early in the after-noon on Saturday, Jan. 31, about two men loitering suspiciously near the post office.

Police found the two men, who were “very much under the effect of

crystal methamphetamines,” accord-ing to Stettler RCMP Cpl. Cameron Russell.

According to Russell, the two men had stolen a vehicle earlier in the day from a home in Red Deer before coming to scout the community.

After the arrest, the police found a quantity of crystal methamphet-amines, break-in tools and stolen property in the car.

A 42-year-old man, a former Stet-tler resident, is charged with a count of mischief, though his companion, a 36-year-old Calgary man, earned himself two counts of mischief, a charge each of possession of narcot-ics and possession of break-in tools, and 10 counts of possession of stolen property. He also has many breach of condition charges levied against him, Russell said.

“They had full intentions to be in town a while to see what they could steal,” Russell said.

Police are preparing for a possi-bility of an increase in some petty crimes as layoffs in the oil industry continue.

“We’re not expecting a huge influx (of crime), but we’re ready,” Russell said. He explained that for those who work in the industry who have drug habits and lose much of their income, a search for ways to feed the habit can see to an increase in crime.

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One pilot was able to land his craft in a field near the intersection of Township Road 424 and Range Road 221, while the other had a less con-trolled landing nearby.

“They didn’t ‘fall out of the sky,’” Bashaw RCMP detachment com-mander Sgt. Cameron Paul said. “It was more of a very rough landing.”

Paul said the use of home-assem-bled kit planes is not uncommon as they are less expensive for people to build their own. They can vary in size, materials and construction, but are subject to rules set down by Transportation Canada, which has taken over the investigation.

The planes were travelling from Carstairs to Red Deer Lake when they collided, resulting one pilot being evacuated to University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton by STARS air ambulance. The other pilot, who landed safely, was treated by paramedics at the scene for minor injuries.

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The current configuration has been blamed for various issues, such as bud-getary concerns, problems with sharing of resources and facilities, and an awk-ward transition into high school for stu-dents arriving from the division’s small-er rural schools.

Parents, students and other commu-nity members had the opportunity to of-fer their final input through an electronic survey, introduced at an open house in January.

Neitz said the survey results were made available to board trustees prior to their vote last week, but doubted they would be made public, owing to privacy concerns. She added that the survey only represented part of the data made avail-able to the trustees.

“There were a lot of factors into mak-ing this decision,” she explained. “Ul-timately, it came down to what we felt was best for the students.”

After the division announced the board’s decision on Thursday, its Face-book page was flooded with comments — some of which were apparently de-leted — expressing displeasure, outrage and fear.

“People are having a reaction that’s kind of expected in some ways,” Barron told the Independent this week. “They don’t yet know all the details.”

He said he anticipated that many of the greatest changes would be admin-istrative, and that in many ways, stu-

dents’ educational experiences would not change dramatically, with the same classes taught by the same staff.

Many of the details are yet to be deter-mined, he said, adding that the division will continue to hear the concerns of the public as it hammers those out.

“It was up to the board to give us di-rection, and then we would figure out those details,” he said, noting that he had heard many valid concerns and others that appeared to be “perception issues.”

He said the most common concern ap-peared to be over the potential mixing between Grade 7 and 8 students and high schoolers.

Barron cited his own experience with high school students in Stettler and other areas, saying it was “unfair” to assume that they would have a negative influ-ence on younger students.

He also responded with a public mes-sage posted online, reassuring parents that students in younger grades would still be well supervised and would not have all the freedoms and privileges af-forded to high school students.

“People are concerned,” he said, add-ing that as more information becomes available, “their anxiety will be reduced and they’ll see that this will turn out to be a really great decision, actually.”

Trustee Ken Checkel pointed out dur-ing Thursday’s meeting that schools like Castor’s Gus Wetter School have operat-ed with a K-12 environment with no major concerns.

“I’m kind of shaking my head about

that,” he said. “I don’t know where that concern is coming from.”

“Just because they’re in the same school doesn’t mean the same rules ap-ply,” noted trustee Karen Holloway, who represents Castor.

According to Barron’s report, the new configuration would bring a host of ben-efits, from balancing numbers of stu-dents between the schools and aligning their athletic programs with others in the province, to allowing long-term finan-cial stability for the schools.

Neitz said the change would align the schools with the current provincial cur-riculum. She also cited other school di-visions that reported declines in students dropping out under this alignment of grades.

The new configuration will also reduce the number of transitions for students moving through the Stettler schools or coming from other rural schools to Stet-tler.

“Even though they’re in one big com-plex, it’s still a transition,” said Neitz, adding that research has indicated the wisdom of reducing those transitions where possible.

A press release issued by the division said the changes would result in a “new school culture,” allowing more oppor-tunities for collaboration and improved utilization of school facilities.

In response to concerns that the tran-sition would result in job losses, Neitz said she didn’t anticipate that would be the case, as the number of people

on staff is generally tied to the number of students enrolled, though she could make no guarantees.

“Generally, you hire for how many students you have. . . We’re not losing students,” said Neitz, adding that the provincial budget, due in March, would play a major role in determining staffing levels for next year.

Neitz said that Barron is already be-ginning discussions with division and school staff as to how to implement these changes, and that further details will be communicated to the board in February.

During Thursday’s meeting, trustee Yvette Cassidy applauded Barron’s ef-forts and said she hoped it would be the end of a struggle that has lasted upwards of a decade.

“You had the balls to go out and do this and come back with a recommenda-tion that I think everyone can embrace,” she said. “I’m just really looking for-ward to putting that to bed.”

Trustee Staci Gerlitz, who represents Stettler along with colleague Dave Goodwin, also said she believes the new configuration for William E. Hay will help smooth the transitions for students.

Goodwin, who moved to accept Bar-ron’s recommendation, agreed with her, saying, “It has so many advantages to what’s going on.”

“I know there is going to be some huge growing pains,” Neitz said during Thursday’s meeting, “but I can see some huge opportunities here, too.”

Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

It was a trip back in time to the days of chivalry, of jousting and dueling, and of runaway dragons.

Medieval Days may not have been entirely histori-cally accurate, but it lived up to the spirit of those days of yore, making for two fun-filled days for the students and staff of Stet-tler Elementary School (SES).

The event, held on Tues-day, Jan. 27 and Wednes-day, Jan. 28, was the brainchild of teachers Kim Poapst and Jill Neitz, who have organized similar

themed events each year for the past five years.

Poapst, Neitz and other teachers and volunteers were dressed in medieval garb as they led their stu-dents through games and activities based around the theme.

These included races across the gym floor on rolling rafts, riding on wooden horses and climb-ing over a mountain of gym mats.

Along the way, they helped Poapst — dressed as the knight Sir Goof-a-lot — finish building her drawbridge and reunited her with her “dragon,” portrayed by different stu-

dents in costume. At the end, teachers

and volunteers also com-peted in several games, including a jousting match on horseback and a con-test that involved eating a piece of fried chicken while their hands were tied behind their backs.

The activities were fun but also served a purpose: reinforcing the “Seven Habits of Highly Effective Students,” which the SES students have been learn-ing over the course of the year.

These were rewritten slightly in keeping with the theme of the day. For example, students recited

the following: “I shall ex-tend chivalry to my fellow knights” and “I shall strat-egize with my noblemen, women and dragon before attacking the problem alone.”

Poapst said she and Neitz began planning for the events before Christ-mas, with the goal being to create “a fun activity that they’ll remember forever.”

“It’s always a huge suc-cess, the kids always love it,” said Poapst.

Many of the props came from past school events or were borrowed from other groups, including the Bashaw Community Theatre and Circle Square

Ranch, which loaned the school the wooden horses.

The throne came from an earlier school produc-tion of The Emperor’s New Clothes, while other backdrops were repainted to match the medieval theme.

Each of the school’s grades got to enjoy the festivities over the two days, beginning with the Grade 1 students on Tues-day morning and finishing with the Grade 4 classes and pre-Kindergarten kids on Wednesday afternoon.

Students were instructed to dress in certain colours so that each team could be easily identified.

Teachers were asked to dress in period costumes, although some were made available for those who didn’t have medieval out-fits on hand.

In keeping with the hy-gienic standards (or lack thereof) of the time, they were also asked not to shave or shower, although Poapst said with a laugh that most likely did not comply with that request.

The events began with an Olympic celebration in 2010, the same year the winter games were held in Vancouver. Other themes since then have included Australia, Canada Days and Duck Dynasty.

Students learn the knight’s code during Medieval Days

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Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

A familiar face has taken the helm as the new executive director for Stettler and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS).

Shelly Potter, a 17-year veteran of the local FCSS office, accepted the role at the Community Support Centre on a perma-nent basis effective on Monday, Jan. 19.

She had been filling the role on an in-terim basis since the former executive di-rector, Wendy Rhyason, tendered her res-ignation last November.

Potter, who previously served as the centre’s program manager, said that de-spite the changing of the guard, there are no major changes on the horizon for the local office.

“It’s business as usual,” she told the In-dependent last week. “We’re looking for-ward to moving forward and continuing to serve the community.”

That said, Potter said that Stettler FCSS is always on the lookout for new opportu-nities to serve and help by filling in gaps that exist in the services offered locally.

Stettler FCSS receives 80 per cent of its funding annually from the provincial gov-ernment, while the remaining 20 per cent comes from the town and the county of Stettler.

Board chair James Nibourg explained

that the aim of the FCSS is to address the needs of the communities it serves through running or funding programming or, if it can’t do so directly, to refer people to oth-er agencies that can.

“People come to us every year for pro-posals,” said Potter. “We direct the money out to those groups that offer community programming.”

For instance, she said the office has just received a $50,000 grant from the provin-cial government for an additional after-care program that will run for the next two years.

The office also has plans to host work-shops for those affected by changes in the energy industry. Those events will be free of charge and the first one will be held March 19.

FCSS offers family and individual coun-selling through registered psychologist Kerbi McKnight, as well as supporting a variety of other programs, ranging from the Stettler Regional Child Care Centre to Caring Companions, a recently-introduced program through which volunteers reach out to visit senior citizens in the area.

Other services include a life skills coach-ing program, information referrals and as-sistance in filling out government forms. For seniors and persons with disabilities, FCSS offers homemaker services, Meals on Wheels and a handyman referralprogram.

The Stettler FCSS office also co-ordi-nates the annual Christmas hamper pro-gram and was responsible for starting the Superfluity thrift shop as a pilot project 35 years ago.

Potter was raised in the Stettler area and originally studied at Concordia University College in Edmonton to become a career and employment counsellor.

She is currently continuing her educa-tion in Addictions Studies at Mount Royal University; her daughter and grandchil-dren also live in the Stettler area.

Potter said she finds she is learning something new every day through her work at FCSS, adding, “It’s very fulfilling that way.”

“It’ll take a while to get settled and fig-ure out the job,” she continued, encourag-ing the public to stop by and learn more about what FCSS offers. “The door is always open, and we’re always here to help.”

For more information, call 403-742-2337 or visit stettlerfcss.com.

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Whether last week’s highly theat-rical announcement by Premier Jim Prentice about him and his cabinet colleagues taking five a per cent pay cut in view of the province’s budget shortfalls was an act of desperation or a successful public relations ma-neuver, probably time will tell.

But what is certain is that the move is by no means even close to addressing the problems caused by the decline in revenues from the royalties of oil and gas production in Alberta. Provincial media made a rough calculation estimating that cabinet’s total pay cut would amount to only about $600,000 a year, a ridiculously small figure to help address the problem of project-ed deficit. Even if MLAs agree to a similar pay cut, it is highly unlikely that resulting figure could be a solu-tion to the problem.

But what is suggested with the pay cut is somewhat disturbing: The premier and the cabinet might have wanted to signal to the public and the public employees that, now that

they have taken the lead, public sec-tor employees might need to step up to the plate and take some pay cut of their own as well; an idea which has received immediate and cat-egorical rejections from public sec-tor unions. That is probably not go-ing to happen unless the provincial government takes some forceful measures at the expense of ruining their chances at the early provincial elections, which are all but certain to be announced probably within weeks.

But here, there should be other questions asked as to whether our provincial government (and the fed-eral government, for that matter) has been showing due diligence in collecting what is due to the prov-ince from the energy sector.

A 2014 report, which was largely ignored by Canadian media, calcu-lates that this country provides a total of $34 billion in direct and in-direct subsidies on an annual basis to the energy sector, that is oil, gas and coal production.

The source of the report is not a left-wing organization or an en-vironmental vigilante group, it is the International Monetary Fund, the global watchdog of capitalist economic system. And the report makes clear that the figure is calcu-lated by taking into account all the economic, environmental and social factors involved in the production processes.

According to the report, the sub-sidies include uncollected taxes, waiving of payments for the use of resources and habitat, and in some cases providing financial entitle-ments.

Take for instance the taxation; if a construction worker purchases steel-toed boots, an indispensable piece of work equipment, s/he is taxed on that purchase, but an oil company has the leeway to deduct its purchase of drilling equipment from taxable spending.

We, living in the cities or smaller communities, pay garbage collec-tion fees, but companies operating

in the oil sands regions not only do not pay for the water they use, but also they use the environment as dumping ground for their waste without paying any fees.

Given that Alberta has the most oil-dependent economy in the coun-try, it is only natural to conclude that this province probably provides most of these subsidies.

Now, at a time of declining oil prices, and just before an elec-tion campaign during which a lot of funding will be needed, no one can realistically expect the govern-ment of Jim Prentice to antagonize oil companies by even hinting that what has not been collected so far might have to be in the future.

The question is whether one will be far too optimistic to hope that the PC leadership and the provincial bureaucracy might have learnt a les-son that will allow them to collect and use the royalty revenues more carefully and productively by the time the next boom cycle arrives.

– Mustafa Eric

The agriculture industry is famous for being one of the most highly politicized sectors of the economy. It’s mainly due to the nature of the business and the inde-pendent slant of those in-volved at every level – the only common factor is that they are in the food produc-tion business. The nature part is due to most produc-ers growing or process-ing a specific product or commodity. In many cases that puts some of them in competitive positions and others in a buyer/seller ten-sion. That puts their vested interests in conflict, which each sector feels that only they can best represent. The result is a plethora of diver-gent agricultural organiza-tions.

It gets worse of course, within sectors there are competing organizations all claiming to represent the same producer. For instance in Alberta at any one time there are over 20 groups representing various cattle producer interests. In the crop sector there are spe-cific groups representing almost every cereal, oilseed and pulse. Some of these groups then create interpro-vincial groups who then cre-ate national crop production

or marketing groups. Add to that general agricultural groups like provincial and national federations of ag-riculture and the National Farmers Union.

It boggles the mind, no wonder governments are bewildered as to who they should talk to on agricul-ture issues. To resolve that matter, governments insti-gate overarching advisory commodity committees and roundtable discussion groups. That resolves the inclusion process and some of the politics, but they can be unwieldy and have dif-ficulty making decisions on a consensus basis. Many times that suits governments just fine, as they use any gridlock as an excuse to take arbitrary actions on agricul-tural issues.

What all these groups have in common is that their representatives tend to be many of the same old war horses. The problem they face is that finding new lead-ership blood is a difficult process. That’s not unique to agriculture, but that sec-tor has some growing prob-lems when it comes to turn-ing over industry leadership. The big concern is that there are fewer producers willing or available to become ei-

ther elected or appointed to leadership positions. That’s the result of ongoing con-solidation which has seen producer numbers decline, and the lack of time by those still in the business. Even when a producer becomes involved in an organization, many become frustrated by the growing complexity of issues and the never ending byzantine politics that sur-round any resolution. The other problem with declin-ing numbers is that elected positions can get filled by acclamation or by railroad-ing the unwilling. Some times that results in folks who have little time, skills or understanding in deal-ing with issues. That makes it tough for those that are more activist as they end up doing most of the work.

To deal with the disap-pearing leadership issue a number of organizations

have initiated training and promotion programs to bring in the next generation of industry leaders. That’s a good step but it’s a long process and it depends on the availability and willing-ness of young leadership hopefuls. The milk and beef cattle industries in particular have created robust young leadership programs. It’s a good template for other commodity groups. But training is one thing – actual participation is usually an-other matter. The point is or-ganizations need to include young leaders in the actual decision making process. What about appointing an inspired leadership hopeful onto the board of directors. I expect that would give such folks an incentive to con-tinue following their leader-ship journey. As admirable as training and development is if there is nothing to go

to after going through that process, that young person may be lost to some other endeavour.

Another problem is that many producers continue to re-elect old war horses sim-ply because of personality and experience – it may be democratic but it frustrates ambitious young folks and generation turnover. Orga-nizations like the National Farmers Union resolve that situation by formally having youth delegates and direc-tors as a permanent part of their governance structure. Many of those young folks continue on into other lead-ership roles in the organi-zation. That same process is successfully used by the mainstream political parties. Finally perhaps our agricul-ture colleges and ag facul-ties at Universities need to offer much more robust and extensive courses in the many aspects and roles of ag industry leadership. Maybe ag organizations should get involved with that education process. If our educational institutions could get stu-dents educated and enthused about participating, it could be a much easier process to replace leadership war horses in agriculture organi-zations.

Will the approach to oil economy

change any time soon?

Ag leadership turnover can be difficult

Ahead of the heard

WILL VERBOVEN

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Gas prices may be low, but anxiety over impend-ing unemployment is high! This morning, I googled “concerns over unemploy-ment” and in .38 seconds 90,300,000 possible hits appeared. These concerns are compelling, valid and intensely personal.

In my pastoral experi-ence there have been sev-eral economic downturns and recessions. Each time I’ve had the privilege of talking with people who have, or will soon lose their jobs. I would like to share, in dramatically ab-breviated fashion, a few of the things that we typi-cally speak about.

It is helpful if we can ap-proach the problem bibli-cally and philosophically. We cannot realistically ex-pect everything to go well all of the time. Job, who lost not only his livelihood, but his family, wealth and health was told by his wife that he no longer had any basis for trusting God. He replied, “...You are talk-ing nonsense! When God sends us something good, we welcome it. How can we complain when He sends us trouble?...” (Job 2:10).

While it is good to main-tain national and global concerns, we don’t need to bear the entire weight of these economic crunches

upon ourselves. About the time that the word reces-sion was being coined, I was laid off. I was enrolled in a Bible college that ran evenings and Saturdays to accommodate working people, so I was concerned about tuition as well as cost of living. A well-meaning gentleman reminded me that there were 3.5 million Canadians out of work...I reminded him that I didn’t need 3.5 million jobs, just one!

Typically, when these hard times hit, we are not alone. Reaching out to, and spending time with someone else who may be experiencing similar, chal-lenging circumstances can be mutually beneficial. And, it doesn’t need to be misery loving company so much as “bearing one another’s burdens” (Gala-tians 6:2).

Being out of work, in addition to creating finan-cial hardship, can be quite humbling and ego injuri-

ous. We may need to take employment, temporarily or even permanently, that provides less prestige, pay or fulfillment. As awk-ward and difficult as this may be, we should be will-ing to, “humble ourselves under the mighty hand of God, so that at the proper time He may exalt us” (1 Peter 5:6).

Finally, those who fol-low Christ and believe Scripture, discover some wonderful truths. For ex-ample, God has promised to accompany and sustain us through the hard times. And even through (perhaps especially through) hard-ships like unemployment, God has a plan and is fully capable of teaching valu-able, character building lessons in the process...and we can trust Him.

“God is good, a hiding place in tough times. He recognizes and welcomes anyone looking for help, no matter how desperate the trouble” (Nahum 1:7).

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February 16, 2015Stettler Parent Link Centre is excited to have Jeff Johnson coming to the Rec Centre to speak on the morning of Family Day and then doing a play event in the afternoon. All FREE to families! The rec centre is also having free swimming and skating. Other activities include photo booth, bouncy houses, and craft show. There will be free hot dogs for lunch also.

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The site where the rat, a juvenile too young to breed, was caught has been ag-gressively baited and ob-served by the county since the rat’s capture.

As of yet, there’s been no further signs of rat activity, leading Beaumont to be-lieve the rodent was a tran-sient hitchhiker who was left behind by a truck.

“It’s not uncommon for municipalities to find a single rat, or even two rats, at their landfills,” he said. “We can’t stop them from hitching rides in.”

When the problem goes beyond a few easily trapped rats, the municipality calls in the province, which takes its “rat free” status very se-riously.

This is the first time a Norway rat has been caught in Stettler, Beaumont said.

While there’s been no further signs of rat activity, Beaumont and his staff will continue to aggressively monitor the site and adja-cent properties for unusual rodent activity.

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Ah February, the month of love. Also the month of Family Day, Ground-hog Day…I am sure that I could find some obscure holidays to throw in there as well, but I won’t. The Stettler Public Library doesn’t need any holidays or observances to keep you busy this month. But we do have some events with holiday themes.

The Stettler Public Li-brary is pleased to present local author Lavera Good-eye on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. Lavera will be talk-ing about her memoirs in “Seven to Seventy.” Join us for coffee and snacks as we learn about this wom-an’s amazing life. Remem-ber that you can book the Handibus free of charge to attend this event. Call the Handibus at 403-742-5858 to book your ride and tell

them you are going to the library.

Books are available for both of the library’s book clubs. Readers’ Circle will be discussing “The Word Exchange” by Alena Grae-don on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Spine Crackers will be tossing around the pros and cons of “Proxy” by Alex London on Thurs-day, Feb. 12 at 5:30 p.m. New members are always welcome to drop in on both groups. If you cannot make it to Readers’ Circle this month, copies of the next book “We are All Com-pletely Beside Ourselves” by Karen Joy Fowler are also available for the March 5 gathering.

The whole family is in-vited to join us on Satur-day, Feb. 7 at 10:30 a.m. for some Valentine’s Day fun. We will be making Valentine crafts, watching the movie “The Boxtrolls” and enjoying a special Val-

entine’s Day treat.Do you love working

with your hands and love the feel of yarn as you work it into something magical? Join us on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. for Chicks with Sticks. Meet at the li-brary to work on your knit-ting, crocheting, sewing, or whatever else you have on the go.

Do you have a horror of Valentine’s Day? Join us on Friday, Feb. 13 at 6:30 p.m. to work out your angst. We’ll be showing the Valentine’s classic “Friday the 13th,” putting on our eating pants for unroman-tic snacks, and breaking a heart (-shaped piñata). The movie is rated R. Pre-regis-ter at 403-742-2292.

Do you have a new gad-get or need general help with technology? Drop by the library for one-on-one assistance on Thurs-day, Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. for Tech Time for Seniors. We

would love to help you.If you and your chil-

dren enjoyed our Read and Rhyme Unbirthday Party, you must join us Friday, Feb. 20 at 11:30 a.m. for A Read & Rhyme Teddy Bear Picnic for ages 0-5. Bring your stuffies and your blankies for a picnic at the library. We are ask-

ing you to pre-register by calling 403-742-2292 or by dropping by the library.

Do you dread tax season? Are you scared of making a serious mistake that could cost you money? The Stet-tler Public Library has sent up the “tax signal” and help is coming. Justin Tanner from Gitzel Krejci Dand

Peterson will be presenting the ins and outs of personal income tax on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 11 a.m. Learn all you need to know for this year’s tax season.

But if taxes are not your thing, but designing the perfect paper airplane is, join us on the other side of the library on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 10:30 a.m. for planes. Build amazing pa-per planes and launch your test designs. In the after-noon, drop by to watch the Pixar movie Planes.

That is all for this week. Remember to check our website (spl.prl.ab.ca) and our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/StettlerPub-licLibrary) for program-ming updates.

Lots of Valentine’s action at the libraryFrom tax to technology, there is something for everyone of all ages

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Did you watch the Patriots and Seahawks this past Sun-day? If you are a football fan, I think you might agree with me that that was one of the better Super Bowl games I have watched in a long time. It was a nail bitter until the end, don’t you agree, even without the fancy commercials? The men’s bonspiel also wrapped up with some good game at the end. These are the results of last week’s activities:

The winners were as follows: First in the A event was Justin Jones’s team from Byemoor. They beat out Justin Wolf’s team, so they took home second place. The third in the A event went to Ian Michie’s team and John Schofer took the fourth. In the B event, Kent Holowath won first bumping Rob Davidson into the second place. Brooks Watts took third and Tim Primrose’s team took fourth. In the C event, Jim Krywcum’s team won first, placing Darcy MacDonald’s team into the second spot. Tracey Nelson won the third position with Garrett Holowaths team cleaning up the fourth and final spot of this bonspiel. The Ag Society would like to thank all 17 teams for their efforts to attend and participate in our men’s bonspiel this year and hope to see everyone return next year or better yet, reconfigure a little, bring in some women and sign up for the mixed doubles or mixed bonspiel later on next

month.On Thursday of this week, the high school curling teams

from Morrin will be challenging the teams from Oyen and Youngstown in district competition at the Rumsey Curl-ing Rink. The first rock will be thrown at 10 a.m. and play will continue all day. The teams from Morrin that will be competing will be: ladies Katy Primrose, Amy Adams, Shelby Primrose and Jessica Wolf. The men’s team includes Garrett Holowath, Dan McNaughton, Brett Holowath, Brayden Davidson. The mixed team will in-clude Evan Hampton, Cailten Wolf, Lowell Nelson and

Jordan Ferguson. Whoever wins at this bonspiel will go onto zones in Airdrie on Feb. 25 and 26. Good luck to our local kids as they step onto the ice.

On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Rumsey/Rowley 4-H Beef club will be presenting their public speaking at the Rum-sey Hall starting at 6:30 p.m. If you would like to see what the young people of our community have been up to, this is an excellent showcase of our youth so don’t miss out.

The women’s bonspiel will be starting on Feb. 11 and run until Feb. 14. If you would like to get a team in, contact Brooks and Jackie Watts at 403-368-2357. Keep in mind that there is always fresh homemade soup on the stove, pies on the counter, steak or a hamburger on the grill and action on the ice. The ag society will be putting on their Thursday night Oyster night as well, so don’t forget to go into that. The banquet will take place on Saturday evening from 5 to 7 and is open to the general public, so come in and enjoy a good meal then as well.

My joke for the week is short and sweet, so enjoy:The teacher asked her student; “Who gave you that

black eye?”The student replied, “No one gave it to me, sir, I had to

fight for it!”

Give a helping hand for Peewee provincialsThe next meeting of the

Big Valley Historical So-ciety will be on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the railway station. Anyone can attend and visitors are always welcome. 2015 memberships are now due.

On a historical note, the Big Valley station is a Canadian Northern rail-way station. Jan. 23, 2015 marked the centennial of the “Last Spike” of the Canadian Northern Pa-cific Railway – a historic event that signified the completion of Canada’s third transcontinental rail-way.

The Canadian North-ern Railway was a unique Canadian enterprise – brought about through the entrepreneurship of its chief promoters - Sir Wil-liam Mackenzie and Sir Donald Mann. The com-pany evolved from a Man-itoba short line in 1896, to a system of over 9000 miles in seven provinces by 1917. Despite their valiant efforts, the Cana-dian Northern fell victim to challenging economic circumstances – over-ex-pansion, recession, World War One and spiraling costs of construction – that resulted in its nation-alization by the Dominion Government in Decem-ber 1918. One hundred years after its last spike Mackenzie and Mann’s legacy endures. The Ca-nadian Northern Railway

was responsible for the development of hundreds of communities in west-ern Canada, including Big Valley.

The Canadian North-ern Society, a group ac-tive in the preservation of Canadian Northern Rail-way heritage since 1986, will be presenting “The Railway King”, a produc-tion profiling Sir William Mackenzie, at a Reader’s Theatre event in Camrose, Alberta. There will be two performances, April 17and 18. Further infor-mation can be obtained at www.canadiannorthern.ca, and tickets obtained by contacting the Society.

Big Valley Minor Hock-ey is proud to be hosting the Hockey Alberta Pee-wee D Provincial Tourna-ment on March 19 to 22. There are many volunteer and sponsorship opportu-nities available. We need your help to make this a successful event. If you would like to be involved, please contact Dan or An-drea Webster at 403-876-2064.

The Big Valley Li-brary is very pleased to be hosting “Painting with

Rose”, oil painting classes utilizing Bob Ross’ “The Joy of Painting” how to DVDs.

Classes are scheduled for Mondays, Feb. 2, 10 and 17 and Saturdays, Mar. 7 and 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the library.

Fourteen players came out for crib at the Big Val-ley Inn on Sunday, Feb. 1. Congratulations go out to Dale Kobi for win-ning all eight games and first place. Lillian Kirtley went home with second place, Len Shaw third and Caroline Pound took home the booby prize. Betty Bell won the regular draw while Ernie Petrussa won the 50/50 draw. The next Big Valley Inn crib tour-nament will be on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 1 p.m.

January traditionally has been the time to look ahead to what the new year will have in store for us, but it is also a time to look back in gratitude for all the goodness the past year has brought us. The Big Valley United Church would like to express a heartfelt thank you to all the many folks that helped out throughout 2014;

whether it was with lawn mowing, snow shovel-ing, filling food hampers, providing music…the list goes on. We are blessed

by the people of Big Val-ley’s caring and generous community. Thank you all.

Note: Services at the Big Valley United Church take place at 11 a.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of each month.

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Family Day Family Day Carnival Carnival Monday February 16 Monday February 16 Come play and learn with your kids on Family Day!

Learn 9:45 to 11:45The Stettler Recreation Centre, in partnership with McMann Parent Link Centre, is presenting Jeff Johnson, a re-nowned educator and facilitator who will present a 2 Hour Work shop for parents, caregivers and professionals. Then in the afternoon, Jeff and his wife Tasha, will provide a three hour play event for parents, caregivers and children.Play 12:00 to 3:00Swimming, Skating, Crafts, Bouncy Houses, Stories, Puppet Show, Sensory Tables, Photo Booth & Hot dogs

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“Jeff A. Johnson opened Explorations Early Learning, a family child care program, in 2003 with his wife, Tasha, after spending 16 years directing a child care center and community center for a large non-profi t agency.

Their program focused on emergent learning in a play-based and child-centered environment. According to Jeff, “The best thing about our program is that our days are full of laughs, conversation, play, exploration, discoveries, and fun. We enjoyed creating an environment conducive to ‘light bulb moments’— those moments where kids grasp new ideas.”

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It’s time to look at the math when it comes to de-bating the use of RRSPs or TFSAs for retirement sav-ings. RRSPs are deemed attractive by most Cana-dians because they get an immediate tax deduction for the contribution and investment earnings are tax sheltered as long as the money stays in their RRSP. Depending on one’s marginal tax rate, a $5,000 contribution trans-lates to a tax saving of $1250 to $2,000 from the immediate tax deduction. And because the TFSA in-vestment doesn’t give you any tax deduction makes the RRSP deduction pretty appealing to many Cana-dians.

However, we can’t

properly compare TFSA’s with RRSP’s just by look-ing at the tax saving alone. We also have to consider the tax issues in the future when the money comes out of our TFSA plan. We know that any RRSP with-drawal is fully taxable, so means a withdrawal of $5000 will only net one from $3,000 to $4,000 af-ter tax depending on your individual marginal tax rate. TFSAs won’t give you a tax deduction put-ting the money in, but con-versely you don’t have to pay any tax on the growth when you take the money out. When you take out $5,000, you get the full $5,000.

With both TFSA’s and RRSP’s, you don’t have to

pay tax on any investment earnings or growth, so get-ting the benefit of tax shel-tered investment growth with both options.

Your marginal tax rate makes all the difference: If debating putting money into either an RRSP or a TFSA, consider your cur-rent marginal tax rate. RRSP’s still make sense if saving long term for retirement and your pro-jected income at the time of withdrawal will be in a lower tax bracket, than your income was at the time of contribution into the RRSP. Here are some simple rules of thumb to follow:

1) If your marginal tax rate while contributing will be greater than your

estimated marginal tax rate at the time of with-drawal, then RRSP’s have the advantage.

2) If your marginal tax rate at the time of contri-bution will be less than your marginal tax rate at the time of withdrawal, then TFSA’s have the ad-vantage.

So my two cents worth: Both RRSP’s and TFSA’s have a place for one’s sav-ings, and if you have the money, you should do both. If you don’t have the money to do both, then start by considering what you’re saving for. If sav-ing to buy a car, go on a holiday or for an emer-gency fund, then the TFSA option in all probability will be the way to go. If

saving for retirement, start by investing in an RRSP and working with your financial advisor, check if the tax implications to-day and those projected in your retirement work in your favor. If not, then

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Mustafa EricINDEPENDENT EDITOR

With the majority of world’s central banks in a race to the bottom, reduc-ing interest rates and trying to depreciate the exchange rate of their currencies, a new stage of currency wars is now in progress with growing uncertainties in all equity and commodity mar-kets throughout the world.

In this downward spiral of fiat currencies, the US dollar nevertheless keeps gaining momentum and it has strengthened consid-

erably over the last three months. The strength of the greenback is not, how-ever, as auspicious as it may seem either for the US economy or for the global markets.

When Barack Obama be-came the US president six years ago, US had $10 tril-lion in national debt, a fig-ure, which currently stands at around $18 trillion.

With low interest en-vironment whipping the enthusiasm to borrow throughout the world, fi-nancial analysts believe any interest rate increase

as promised by the Federal Reserve, the US central bank, could lead to a mas-sive wave of defaults with-in a matter of months.

Analysts say, any rate hike could lead to an even further strengthening of the US greenback, which, in turn, could make the ser-vicing of US dollar denom-inated debt by the develop-ing nations very difficult, leading to defaults, bank-ruptcies and ultimately a global recession.

According to observers of the global markets, con-tinued deflationary envi-

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On Monday, Feb. 2 is Groundhog Day. So will the Groundhog going to see his shadow this year or not? Or is Old Man Winter going to roar up its hind legs and roar again sev-eral times before winter is over. It’s been a pretty nice winter so far this time compared to the last sev-eral years, so who knows, only time will tell.

A belated birthday wish goes out to Christine We-drick, who celebrated her day on Monday, Jan. 26. Hope you had a fantastic day Christine.

Quilting day takes place at the Botha Seniors’ Cen-tre again this coming Mon-day, Feb. 9, starting at 9:30

a.m. Even if you have nev-er quilted before but are in-terested in this craft, please attend as they would love to teach you. The club does some beautiful work, and would love to pass on their skills, so please attend.

With deepest sympathy, we would like to send our thoughts and prayers out to the family of Lorna Davies, who passed away suddenly last Sunday, Jan. 25, at the age of 48 years. Mourning her passing is her husband Steve, their family, her Mother (Rosemary Crowe) and several other relatives and friends. Lorna will be truly missed around our little community.

Bingo evening happens again the evening of Tues-day, Feb. 17, starting at

7:15 p.m. The jackpot and loonie pot are up for grabs, so make sure you come out that evening, who knows you could be the next big winner taking it home with you. Congratulations go out to the winners who won at the last bingo on Feb. 3.

We are also looking for more Bingo callers, so if interested please contact Brenda Klatt at 403-742- 6241 please. If you have never done it before but are willing to try, Brenda is willing to help anyone learn, so please contact her.

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A group of volunteers are giving ice maker, Paul Dietrich a hand in making the rink ready for the upcoming bon-spiels. They plan to have it ready for some practice games prior to the men’s and ladies’ bonspiel, always held the first full week in March. Interested curlers should submit their names and/or teams to JD or Sandra at 884 2250.

The Halkirk north waterline exten-sion has completed its scheduled hook ups. The original line went north of town, through the country to the Circle Square ranch in 2013. In 2014, it an-gled to the west hooking up interested customers. This was originally a part of the Shirley McClellan water com-mission and will become the responsi-bility of the County of Paintearth. They started using the piped water last week. North Halkirk has always had trouble finding a good, affordable source of water.

The school will celebrate 100 days of school this week. Students are en-couraged to dress as students would have in 1915.

Congratulations to Echo Ashbacher and Mike Morasch, who were married on Saturday in Patricia, AB. Big broth-er Clint from Australia was home to attend his sister’s wedding. Echo and Mike make their home in Patricia.

A blanket of snow was dropped in the area on Friday. There wasn’t much moisture in the six-inch fall, but every-thing is white and clean again.

FCSS is sponsoring a family day fun afternoon of games and activities at the Halkirk Hall on Feb.16 from 1 to 3 p.m. for big and/or little children of all ages. Local folks are invited to cook up a pot of chili for a taste testing competition.

Sandra Johnson and Sheryl Bunbury curled in the Lacombe ladies’ bonspiel on the weekend with Heather Casely as skip and Brenda Stickle as third. They lost out in the A final. Nicely done, la-dies.

Coming up: Feb. 7 – Elks annual seafood supper and comedy night at the hall commencing at 6 p.m.; Feb. 9 – Parent council meeting at the school; Feb. 12 – Valentine’s day floor curling bonspiel at the seniors’ centre – specta-tors welcome; Feb. 16 – Family day ac-tivities at the hall – 1 to 3 p.m.; Feb. 17 – First aid course offered at the school.

We say goodbye to Jan-uary, which turned out to be a spring-like month. Great for travel and it shortened winter for us.

I’ve just returned from Medicine Hat after knee replacement surgery. Very successful. A big thank you to Dr Riaz, nurses and staff there. I had no idea it was such a large hospital. While there, Percy stayed with his uncle Alvin and Rose Shearer. We came home last Sunday, water run-ning, felt like spring.

Get well wishes to Markus Stadelmann, who is recovering from back surgery. and to Kevin Baird who is recovering from skin graft surgery under both eyes.

Bill and Joyce Hansel, along with Doreen and

Harry Martin, Bernard and Lois Garland have been busy helping celebrate two special anniversaries. Happy anniversary to Gordie and Shirley Reyn-olds for 57 years, January 24; and to Joe and Maxine Hansel, January 25 for their 59th anniversary.

Bill and Joyce also had dinner at Marie Vance’s with Margaret Connon, Carol and Vi there as well.

Richelle and Greg Skoc-dopole hosted a double birthday party for Bridg-et (Jan 4, 12 years old) and her brother Chandler (January 24, 14 years old).

There to help them were Nana and Papa (Gloria and Stan), Ybiett and fam-ily, Arden and Deanne and girls, Tasha and family.

Jasmin and Kassie Di-egel played in a “Round the Clock” soccer tourna-ment in Camrose over the weekend. Kassie’s team won silver and Kassie was named most valuable player.

Steele and Cole Nichol also participated in the tournament and received “the Gold Boot” for most goals.

Happy 80th birthday wishes going out to De-Lores Duris; and get well wishes to Beatrice Selinger who is staying with her daughter Mi-chelle in Stettler, recov-ering from gall bladder surgery.

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Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

Stettler Middle School’s basketball teams took on the Big Valley Bulldogs last week, resulting in one win and one loss for the home teams.

The girls’ teams faced each other first on Wednesday, Jan. 28, re-sulting in a 49-35 win for Big Valley.

Tori Brower was the high scorer for Stettler with 25 points, while Em-ily Brown was the high scorer for Big Valley with a total of 27 points.

The boys were up later in the afternoon, with a 38-14 win for Stettler. Karlos Marshall scored

14 points for the home team while Bradley Dods was Big Valley’s top scorer with 10 points.

Chelsey Murat, who serves as assistant coach for the Stettler girls team alongside Amy Kobi, said the team was show-ing great progress.

“They’ve come a really long way,” she said. “The girls are taking in every-thing that she’s teaching them.”

SMS vice-principal Jeff Lee, who coaches the boys along with Luke Peters, said most of his team is new to competi-tive basketball, although they’ve had the oppor-tunity to play in after-school programs.

“Running out plays and

that, that’s all new for them,” said Lee.

Both teams hosted a round-robin tournament on the weekend of Jan. 24. The boys beat Cam-rose’s Charlie Killam School 53-13, then lost 38-18 to Lacombe and 43-33 to Bentley.

Meanwhile, the girls lost 27-18 to Lacombe, then beat Eckville 48-20 and won 39-10 over Charlie Killam School.

The boys’ and girls’ teams are scheduled to take part in a tournament at Red Deer’s Hunting Hills High School on Feb. 13 and 14. They will also participate in CARA on Feb. 28. The teams’ regular season wraps up at the end of February.

SMS teams host Big Valley

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Joel van der Veen/Independent reporter

Nicholas Ruddell (34) of the Stettler Middle

School boys basketball team scores a basket

during a home game against the Big Valley

Bulldogs on Wednesday, Jan. 28.

Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

Stettler’s senior boys basketball team enjoyed a string of wins at a tour-nament in Forestburg this past weekend, losing to Beaumont in their final match.

Coach Warren Aspenes said he was pleased with the boys’ performance during the weekend event, held Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31.

“We hadn’t played in a couple of weeks, so it’s good to get back,” he said, adding that four games in two days helped the boys back into the swing of the sport after a brief hiatus for exams.

“We ended up where you should be in a tournament like that,” he added, not-ing that they were compet-ing against 1A, 2A and 3A teams.

The boys from William E. Hay Composite High School faced Morrin in the tournament opener on Fri-day, handily winning 67-25. They also played Cas-tor’s Gus Wetter School, coming out 82-47 in an-other lopsided win.

Stettler faced league competitors Camrose in the semi-final, shutting down their opponents’ of-fense for much of the game and winning 65-50.

The win over Camrose, identified by Aspenes as one of the stronger 3A programs, was especially satisfying. He noted that their team appears to be in a “weak cycle” this year.

Stettler’s only loss of the weekend came in the final against Beaumont, where they were defeated by a slim margin with a final score of 71-65.

Aspenes applauded the offensive efforts of Jordan Lane, Kyle Poapst and Paul Georget, as well as defen-seman Clayton Page, who returned after recovering from illness and injury.

“Defensively, he’s get-ting better,” said Aspenes, adding, “He was also able to chip in with some points this weekend.”

Terrence Corbett also returned after recovering from a broken hand; As-penes noted that he also had a successful weekend.

“When kids are out for any length of time, it’s tough because everyone is getting better and learn-ing and growing,” he ex-plained.

Senior girlsWilliam E. Hay’s senior

girls also competed in a tournament on the week-end, travelling on Ponoka on Friday, Jan. 30, where they defeated Canmore 51-48 in overtime.

Coach Charisse McDon-ald said Friday’s match was an exciting game, praising the breakout performance of Brooke Clarke, who scored 10 points on the fast break.

Towards the end, the Stettler team was 10 points behind with a minute re-maining. Dacia Gramlick, who had struggled some-what with scoring up to that point, got two consec-

utive three-point baskets, after steals by Morgan Van Dusen and Alyssa Hender-son.

Gramlick then scored two foul shots, and with seven seconds left in play, Van Dusen managed another steal, allowing Mackenzie Sorenson to tie the game and forcing overtime play. A couple of missed fouls by Canmore sealed the victory for Stet-tler. Unfortunately, after that encouraging win, Stet-tler did not return to the tournament on Saturday, as the snowfall and road con-ditions prevented them for travelling back to Ponoka.

“We were disappointed not to be able to play Sat-urday after having played so well on Friday night,” said McDonald. “Our guards have really im-proved defensively, putting good pressure on the top of our zone, making it hard for teams to get the ball inside.”

Gramlick was the top scorer in Friday’s game with 20 points, followed by Van Dusen with 14, while McDonald noted that all players scored at least one basket during the game.

Up nextBoth senior teams were

scheduled to host Lacombe on the afternoon of Tues-day, Feb. 3.

In junior basketball, the boys are scheduled to host Ponoka on Wednesday, Feb. 4, while the JV girls will welcome Gus Wetter School for an exhibition game that same evening.

Sr. boys reach finals inForestburg tournament

Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

Potential recruits got a taste of the football ex-perience last week at William E. Hay Composite High School with an evening of fun and develop-ment.

The event, held Tuesday, Jan. 27, was open both to current football players on the Wildcats, Cougars and Panthers, as well as any students in-terested in joining the teams for the 2015 season.

Wildcats offensive coach Guy Neitz said the evening was intended as a way of drawing the three programs together, introducing the older players to the younger ones and showing new recruits what the football experience can be like.

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Joel van der Veen/Independent reporterGreyson Loshny, left, and Cole Heck jump for the ball during a drill in the Stettler Middle School gym, held as part of a football fun and development evening on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

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Peewee teams host local tournamentJoel van der Veen

INDEPENDENT REPORTER

Stettler’s Peewee hockey teams played host to six other teams in an invita-tional tournament at the Recreation Centre over the weekend.

The eight teams played in two divisions over Sat-urday, Jan. 31 and Sunday, Feb. 1, with the top teams in each division returning in the finals on Sunday.

Ivy Bredy, manager for the Stettler Peewee A team, said the weekend went smoothly from an orga-nizational standpoint, but neither local squad made it to the finals.

“It was a rough weekend for the Stettler teams,” she

said. “We don’t know what happened.”

The other teams in-cluded Kneehill County, Sherwood Park, Canmore, Okotoks and two teams from the Calgary neigh-bourhood of Lake Bonavis-ta.

Bredy said the guest teams had a positive ex-perience over the week-end and felt welcome here, adding, “They love coming to Stettler because we put on a pretty good show.”

The minor hockey asso-ciation also reported a pos-itive response from local businesses, many of which donated raffle prizes, food, medals and other prizes, in-cluding the Heart and Hus-tle awards presented after

each game. The Stettler A team

opened the weekend on Saturday with a 4-4 tie

against Okotoks, followed by a 16-3 loss to Lake Bo-navista A.

On Sunday morning they

lost 7-3 to Canmore, facing the team again in the con-solation final on Sunday afternoon, losing 7-2.

Lake Bonavista A faced Okotoks in the division A final on Sunday, winning 4-0.

Stettler B opened the tournament with a close 6-5 win over Lake Bonavista B

on Saturday morning, then suffered a 9-2 loss to Sher-wood Park.

On Sunday they enjoyed a 14-1 win over Kneehill, meeting them again in the consolation final with a 10-1 win. Sherwood Park faced Lake Bonavista in the championship, defeat-ing them 9-1.

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Billy Praski (11) of the Stettler Peewee B team takes a shot on the net during the game against the Sherwood Park Hawks on Saturday, Jan. 31, part of the weekend tournament held at the Stettler Recreation Centre.

Stacey LavallieINDEPENDENT REPORTER

Stettler’s Bantam B hockey team finished the week-end with one tie and one loss.

The team played the Hardisty-Hughenden Jets on Fri-day, Jan. 30 in Stettler, where they tied up 5-5. Kolby Ringdahl scored twice, with goals from Riley Warner, Jackson Squires and Isaac Lee making up the rest.

The Bs hosted Wainwright the next day, winning 6-3. Lee and Warner each scored two goals, with Squires and Ringdahl each nabbing one.

AtomOn Jan. 31, Stettler Atom B hosted the Spruceview

Stars, winning 5-3. Zondag scored four goals and Uppal one.

Atom C headed to Lacombe on Jan. 31, where they squeaked out a 3-2 win over the home team. Wyatt St-reit, Zach McCord and Reid Shirley scored.

PeeweePeewee B hosted Lacombe on Thursday, Jan. 29,

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twice, with goals from Dexter Connell, Skylar Hymers, Colton Ansorger and Quinn Hansel making up the rest.

MidgetStettler’s Legion Midget squad hosted the Rocky

Royals on Thursday, Jan. 29, winning 4-0. Brett Rider, Ethan Rost, Tanner Steinwand and Quade Cassidy each scored a goal.

On Saturday, Jan. 31, the squad headed to Innisfail to face the Flyers, who were beaten 6-4 by the Storm. Matt Sylvester scored twice, with Mark Bengert, Andrew Bauman, Euan Hanton and Cassidy each scoring once.

Midget C hosted the Rocky Renegades on Jan. 30, winning 13-4. Tanner McDermand, Chase Dolliver, Ste-ven McCrea and Ryan Mielke each scored twice, with individual goals by Adam Nixon, Bradley Dods, Alex Bauer and Tanner Buelow making up the rest.

They travelled on Feb. 1 to Ponoka, where they lost 5-3. Dolliver, Mielke and McCrea scored.

GirlsBantam girls hosted the gals from Rimbey, winning

5-3. Jamie Lee Spady and Madison Kuefler each scored twice, with Krysta Froese scoring once.

One win, one tie for Bantam Bs

Joel van der VeenINDEPENDENT REPORTER

A win over the Bonny-ville Senior Pontiacs has given the Big Valley Oil Kings both a third-place finish for the season and a spot in league playoffs.

The Oil Kings hosted the Pontiacs in back-to-back games on the weekend, defeating them 5-2 in their first match on the evening of Saturday, Jan. 31.

General manager Dustin Edwards described the match as “a fast-paced, two-way game,” noting, “There was a lot riding on it.”

The following afternoon,

the Pontiacs took victory with a 9-4 win over Big Valley, a turnaround that Edwards attributed to the decreased stakes involved, as both teams had already determined their position in the upcoming playoffs.

The two games gave the Oil Kings a 7-6 win-loss re-cord for the now-completed regular season, not includ-ing three overtime losses.

Oil Kings 5 Pontiacs 2The Oil Kings had the

scoreboard to themselves in the first two periods of Saturday’s game, with a first-period goal by Chad Golanowski and a power

play goal by Chance Abbott in the second period giving them a 2-0 lead.

The third period saw both teams increase their scor-ing. The Pontiacs finally

captured two goals, one on a power play, and by the end of the game they had a total of 40 shots on net, compared to the Oil Kings’ 24.

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The foundation that younger players receive is essential for their success later on, he said, explain-ing, “They’ve had that ex-perience, they’re prepared to compete and be success-ful.”

About 50 students attend-ed the event, which began with skills activities, led by the senior players and each geared at different groups.

For instance, drills for receivers, defensive backs and running backs were held in the middle school gym, while activities for quarterbacks were offered in the football field house.

After a quick meal, the players moved to the Per-forming Arts Centre to watch the 2014 film When the Game Stands Tall, tell-ing the story of the 151-game winning streak en-joyed by De La Salle High

School of Concord, Calif., between 1992 and 2003.

Neitz told the audience that the fim was selected be-cause it “sets an example of what the team atmosphere can and should be like.”

This year, former Pan-thers head coach and Grade 5 teacher Rob Howell is taking on the role of minor football club president.

He emphasized the val-ue of the life lessons that football can teach, from developing character, con-fidence, discipline and a strong work ethic, to work-ing as a team, making com-mitments, working with humility and keeping a pos-itive attitude in the face of setbacks.

“It builds those skills that will help them the rest of their life,” added Neitz. “This really is about devel-oping kids and preparing them for life.”

Registration night for the

Peewee Panthers and the Bantam Cougars is coming up on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m. in the music room of Stettler Elementary School.

The Peewee team is open to players born in 2003 and 2004, while the Bantam team is open to players born between 2000 and 2002, ex-cluding Grade 10 students.

Spring camp is held in May and June, while the season runs from mid-August to late October. A fee of $190 is charged for the season, which includes equipment rental, transpor-tation and insurance.

Neitz said there is no limit on the number of play-ers accepted for the minor football teams, adding, “We have a lot of room for ev-erybody.”

For more information, contact Panthers coach Bar-ry Shirley at 403-740-2945 or Cougars coach Ernie Shirreff at 403-741-5146.

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continued from page 14However, Big Valley

maintained its lead in the fi-nal period with one goal by Jeff Clazie and two goals by Matt Kinnunen, giving them the 5-2 victory.

Pontiacs 9 Oil Kings 4The Pontiacs came roar-

ing out of the gate in Sun-day’s rematch, scoring three goals in the first period and holding the Oil Kings score-less.

The Kings attempted to counter this in the sec-ond period, with goals by Chance Abbott and Devin Dambruskas, but the Pon-tiacs added another four points to their tally, giving them a lopsided 7-2 lead at the period’s end.

It was a lead the Oil Kings were unable to overcome, despite a rally at the start of the third period, with two goals scored within one minute by Brandon Nowa-kowski and Matt Kinnunen.

Two more Bonnyville goals in the final ten minutes of the game gave them a 9-4 victory.

Edwards referred to Sun-day’s match as an “ugly” game, noting, “We couldn’t score on power plays, which was tough for us.”

PlayoffsThe Oil Kings will com-

pete in the first round of Battle River Hockey League playoffs, facing the second-place Tofield Satellites in a best-of-seven series. The schedule will be released later this week.

“I think that’s a series we’ll have a very good chance of winning,” said Edwards, adding he was pleased not to face the Day-sland Northstars in the first round, as that has proven to be a quick recipe for elimi-nation in past years.

He said the Oil Kings should have a good shot at the league championship if they can knock out Tofield in the first round, particu-

larly if they can maintain the level of play they exhibited in Saturday’s game.

Edwards anticipated a full roster would be on hand for the series against Tofield. Ryan MacPhee, one of the team’s top four defensemen, has been out with a groin injury, but is expected to re-turn in time for playoffs.

The Oil Kings lost all four of their regular season matches against Tofield.

Bonnyville finishes the regular season in first place. Rounding out the standings are the Lloydminster Border Kings in fourth place and the Daysland Northstars in fifth.

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Six teams took part in this year’s Junior Bonspiel at the Stettler Curling Club, with the Delaina Devnich team taking top hon-ours.

Devnich was the skip for the winning team, which also included lead Taylor Fornwald, second Zak Lachowsky and third Meghan Matchett.

Connie Devnich, one of two coaches for Stettler’s junior curlers, said the turnout for the bonspiel, held Saturday, Jan. 31, was modest compared to past years.

While the registration numbers were not as low as they have been — lack of interest forced organizers to cancel the bonspiel last year — they are still on the decline overall.

“We’ve definitely gone down in num-bers,” said Devnich, adding that previous junior bonspiels had attracted teams from Halkirk and Delburne. “We didn’t have anybody from out of town.”

Prizes were offered to the winners, while raffle prizes and gift certificates were also distributed.

The club currently offers junior curling on Monday nights, running from October to

February.Curlers from grades 4 to 6 are on the ice

from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., while those in Grade 7 and up are on the ice from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Also this year, for the first time, the club has offered a Little Rocks introductory pro-gram, available to curlers in Grade 3 and younger. The six-week program ends in mid-February and is held from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Monday afternoons.

Devnich, who began coaching the juniors five years ago and currently shares duties with Barry Jones, said the number of chil-dren registered has declined sharply in that time.

She recalled that she started with 47 ju-niors, went down to 24 last year and now has just 18 enrolled in the program.

The club has two more bonspiels sched-uled for this month: the seniors spiel on Feb. 12, and the men’s open bonspiel from Feb. 13 to 15.

The ladies’ bonspiel is coming up from March 6 to 8, while the season will end with the closing mixed bonspiel from March 27 to 29.

For more information, call Jamie Devnich at 403-742-3111.

Devnich rink victorious in

Stettler junior bonspiel

Joel van der Veen/Independent reporter

From left, Mercedes Rasmussen, Mickey Jaffray and Neveah Jaffray sweep the rock down the ice during a junior curling bonspiel held at the Stettler Curling Club on Saturday, Jan. 31..

DAVIESLorna Helen Oct. 8, 1963 ~ Jan. 25, 2015Lorna is survived by her husband of 26 years, Steve Davies of Botha; sons: Owen (Chantel) of Lacombe, Quinn (Michelle) of Stettler and granddaughter Taryn; Preston (Daniel) of Stettler and daughter Meghan (Colby) of Stettler; mother Rosemary Crowe of Stettler; brother Mark Crowe of Stettler; sister Ann (Allan) Moore of Stettler; parents in law Doug and Moe Davies of Camrose; brothers in law Scott (Carolyn) Davies

of Sherwood Park and Stuart (Carrie) Davies of Camrose; as well as other relatives in England, Canada and many dear friends. Lorna was predeceased by her father Reginald Crowe.Lorna had a deep love for her family; her passions included writing, gardening, fl owers and photography, baking and riding on the lawn mower. She also loved to collect antiques and was a farmer at heart. The world came to a stop when her granddaughter Taryn arrived. She will be deeply and sadly missed by those who knew her. Funeral service was held at the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home, on Friday, January 30, 2015 with The Rev. Dr. Carolyn Langford offi ciating. Doug McKay presented his gift of music for the service. Loving tributes were presented by Pat Kempf and Lisa Hunt, while a pictorial tribute of Lorna’s life was shown. Honorary pallbearers were Dennis and Heather Baird, James and Lori-Anne Nibourg, Pat and Larry Kempf, Doran and Lisa Hunt, Steve and Trish Hunt; active pallbearers were Larry Kempf, Mark Crowe, Shaman Crowe, Doran Hunt, Scott Davies and Stuart Davies as Lorna was laid to rest at Woodland Cemetery in Botha with her father Reg. Following the interment service family and friends gathered in the Heartland Reception Centre for a time of fellowship and a luncheon by the Botha UCW. Condolences may be viewed and sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.comMemorial donations may be made to Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of your own choice, c/o

STETTLER FUNERAL HOME, Box 1780, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0

who where entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements

MacKENZIEJohn Robert “Murray” June 29, 1929 - January 24, 2015 Murray MacKenzie of Lacombe, Alberta passed away peacefully in the Red Deer Hospice at the age of 85. Murray was the youngest child of Robert and Amanda MacKenzie, and younger brother of Isabel and Viola. Murray grew up in Lacombe, and was active in central Alberta hockey, playing with numerous junior teams and fi nally the Lacombe Rockets. As a young man he joined his father in the livestock industry, and

in 1953 he studied in Iowa to become an auctioneer. At this time he met his wife to be, Mona Creighton, and they were married in 1953. They moved to a farm just south of Lacombe where they raised their three children Stephen (Betty), Laura (Andrew) and Maureen (Bob). Murray travelled to eastern Alberta as a cattle buyer, visiting many farms and ranches where he made life-long friends. He was the owner/operator of the Coronation and Hanna auction markets. The Lacombe Bull Sale was one of his favourite sales to work. The farm was sold in 1988 and Murray and Mona moved into their current home in Lacombe. Murray co-founded the Lacombe Kinsmen Rodeo, and the Western Canada School of Auctioneering, the fi rst of its kind in Canada. Murray was dedicated to service in his community, and was active in the Kinsmen, Lions, Masons, and was a Legion member until the time of his passing. Murray loved the game of golf, and spent many afternoons at the Lacombe Golf and Country Club. Murray, Mona and their friends travelled to various courses in Alberta, the US, Mexico, and New Zealand. They enjoyed camping and fi shing the lakes of Alberta. For 21 years they headed south to their winter home in McAllen Texas to be with their many snowbird friends. Murray led by example and was a loyal and dedicated husband, father, grandfather ,great grandfather, friend, and well respected cattleman. Murray enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren Katie, Sarah, Genevieve (Shane), and Scott, and his great-grandchildren Sareen and Augustus. A celebration of Murray’s life will be held at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel, 6120 Hwy 2A, Lacombe on Monday February 2, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of fl owers, his family asks that memorial donations be made to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4R 3S6, or at http://www.reddeerhospice.com. Condolences to the family may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca

WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of

arrangements. Phone 403-782-3366 or 403-843-3388“A Caring Family, Caring For Families”

MUHLBACHJohn Leslie July 14, 1982 - Jan. 29, 2015John Leslie Muhlbach of Camrose, formerly of Big Valley, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at the age of 32 years. John will be remembered fondly by his wife Megan; parents Leslie and Ann Muhlbach of Big Valley; mother and father-in-law Shirley and Doug Latimer of Ponoka; sister Karen (David) Zimmerman of Edmonton; brother-in-law Brent Latimer of Saskatoon, Sas-

katchewan; grandmothers Lois Turville and Mary Muhlbach; as well as his aunties, uncles, cousins, and friends.John was predeceased by his grandfathers Bill Muhlbach and Harlen Turville. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 4, 2015 from Camrose United Church 4829 50th street Camrose, with Rev. Liz Carter-Morgan offi ciating. Inurnment will take place in the Stettler Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Canadian Mental Health Association. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

BURGAR FUNERAL HOME CAMROSE & DAYSLAND in care of arrangements. 780-672-2121.

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Restaurant/Hotel 820

Cameron Bay Holdings Inc. o/a McDonalds’s in Ponoka and Red Deer

(Gasoline Alley East and West) is now hiring full

time and part timeFood Service Supervisors.

Wages are between $13.75

to $16.00 per hour,depending uponexperience and

qualifi cations. Candidatesmust be able to wok a

variety of shifts and have 3to 5 years previous

experience. Must be able to supervisor up to 20

crew.Part-time applications will

be accepted fromCanadians and PermanentResidents. Apply in person

4419 Hwy 2A, Ponoka,37479 Hwy 2, Red Deer,

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or email resume tocbay22@telus.net or fax to

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THE RUSTY PELICAN is now accepting resumes for

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Sales &Distributors 830WANTED. Hannas Seeds

seeking distributors for forage, turf, native and

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Trades 850

ARE you interested inpursuing an exciting career with Petrofi eld Industries at

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Annual General Meeting 

Tuesday February 10, 2015at 12:00 p.m.

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The Town of Stettler is seeking an individual who is interested in a career as an Accounting Clerk. This position offers full-time employment (35 hours/week).

Reporting to the Offi ce Administrator essential duties and responsibilities will include: o Prepares Accounts Receivable invoices and

statements including assisting with maintenance of the Utility System, Animal Licensing, Business Tax/Licensing, and Tax System.

o Performs Financial System updates and analysis. o Assists with front counter and telephone reception

duties. o Assists with Accounts Payable. o The job description is not a defi nitive enumeration of

its scope, but represents a general overview of what can be expected in this type of work. The incumbent may be required to perform duties that, although not directly related, are recognized by the Town of Stettler as a component of the position.

The ideal candidate will have the following: o Post-Secondary Financial Education. o Previous accounts receivable/payable experience o Effective communication and organizational skills o The ability to work with the public in an effective and

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The Town of Stettler offers a competitive salary and benefi t package. Interested applicants should forward a resume in confi dence with references by 1:00 p.m., February 9, 2015 to:Laurie Tait, Offi ce AdministratorTown of StettlerBox 280Stettler, ABT0C 2L0e-mail: ltait@stettler.net

We thank those persons in advance who submit applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #59

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Heartland Arts Troupe Society Heartland Arts Troupe Society

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AGM and Regular Meeting Sept 20 Monday

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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

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FACILITY GENERAL MANAGER. BrettYoung Seeds, Calmar, Alberta. BrettYoung Seeds is a

privately owned and trusted seed, production,

distribution, sales and marketing company with international reach and strong local roots since

1934. Our goal is to deliver value to our

customers through world class service and differen-tiated products. Based in

Winnipeg, we have locations throughout

Western Canada and are currently seeking a

dynamic and experienced Facility General Manager to complement our team in

Calmar, Alberta. Facility General Manager. We are

seeking a motivated professional to oversee

and direct all operations at our Calmar blending and distribution facility. The General Manager is

responsible for managing the operating budget,

ensuring adequate staff and resource levels, overseeing inventory, production and QC

operations in an MRP environment, and fulfi lling

orders and scheduling shipments to customers via courier, LTL or truck-

load delivery. This position will lead an outstanding

team focused on Customer Service, distributing quality

seed, golf, fertilizer and chemical products to our

valuable customers throughout BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. The ideal candidate will have

production and warehouse management experience

and knowledge of seed in-dustry quality standards and regulatory require-ments. Reporting to the Chief Operating Offi cer, this position will conduct

regular review and follow-up of facility fi nancial

statements, production and inventory reporting, deliv-

ery performance, and forecasts for the region.

Outstanding, demonstrated leadership skills and a

minimum three years ex-perience in an equivalent position in the agricultural, seed or golf course-supply

industries is required. Post-secondary education in business or agriculture is preferred. Licensing for CFIA approved condition-er, operator, grader, or

importer is a valuable as-set. In addition to the

opportunity to join a team that values and celebrates everyone’s contributions,

BrettYoung Seeds is an or-ganization that supports professional growth and

development and offers an attractive compensation package including salary and an outstanding and comprehensive benefi ts

package. BrettYoung Seeds is an Equal Oppor-tunity employer. Interested

applicants are invited to apply to become a part of our team by submitting a

letter of interest with salary expectations and a

resume to: Human Resources,

BrettYoung Seeds, Box 99 St. Norbert Postal Station, Winnipeg, MB, R3V 1L5.

Fax 204-478-8370 or email:

Human.Resources@brettyoung.ca.

Donalda TavernBARTENDER/ WAITRESS

position availableSend Resume to:Donalda TavernBox 129Donalda, AB,T0B 1H0or drop off at Donalda TavernMust be 19 years of or older of age to apply.

CASTOR & DISTRICT HOUSING AUTHORITY

IS HIRING FOR A FULL TIME

CAO Castor and District Housing Manages a 55 Unit Lodge along with 28 Self Contained Man-or Tenants and 4 Low Income Housing Units.Directly reporting to the Board of Directors the CAO is accountable for:Legislative Compliance, Board Administration, Human Resources Management, Organiza-tional Development, and Public Relations. This position oversees the daily operations and requires a high level of interaction with Residents, Board, 30 Employees, contracted service providers, government of cials and the public. To see a complete job description or for more information email us at:paintearthlodge@wildroseinternet.ca or call 403-882-3244.Please submit quali cations complete with references and wage expectations by Feb. 20th, 2015 to the email address above or fax @ 403-882-2714. The Of ce is located at 4501-55th Ave Box 209 Castor, AB T0C – 0X0 to drop resumes off at.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Stettler Registry ServicesFull time position available

Individual must be able to function in a fast pace

atmosphere dealing with the public in a courteous manner. Must be willing to complete

various levels of training and courses for services provided.

Please leave resume at the registry of ce or email to

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Canadian International School

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What we offer: Fully accredited Alberta Education International School Tax free salary, return air fares, housing, and medical insurance KG1 to Grade 12 with small classes and great students Opportunities for professional and personal development

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Brandt Tractor is the world’s largest privately held John Deere Construction and Forestry Equipment dealer and a Platinum member of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program.

RED WILLOW PORK FARM is now accepting applications for SWINE TECHNICIANS. We off er competitive wages ($14-18 per hour), health plan, and production bonuses. Th ese positions are for full time continuous employment. Swine Technicians are engaged in all day to day operations within a specifi c part of the hog production unit (i.e. breeding, farrowing, and nursery), working with limited supervision.

Email resume with references to Daryl Possberg at dpossberg@sunhavenfarms.com or call 780-842-0980

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Firewood 1660LOGS

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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

Pasture/Land Wanted 2180Wanted: Pasture to rent for

2015 & beyond. Call 403-741-2099.

Grain, FeedHay 2190HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Spring-thrashed Canola. Buying:

oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged

or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan

Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

ROUND hay bales. Cheap Free delivery. Self unload-ing. No Sunday calls 403-843-6380 403-704-3509

RESUME@CAPEMFG.CA

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2nd & 3rd Year Apprentice Welders

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Accounting 1010

4819 - 51 StreetStettler, AB

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Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street,

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Chapman and Co.Professional

Accountants LLP

Guy Chapman, CAChris Annand, CA

Kendra Walgenbach, CANaomi Roth, CGA

P.O. Box 1328 4702- 51 Ave., Stettler

Tel: 403-742-3438e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca

Gitzel KrejciGitzel KrejciDand PetersonDand Peterson

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

4912 - 51 StreetP.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta

403-742-4431

Toll free1-877-742-4431

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• Complete auto bodyrepair & painting

Call Curt or Rob

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Quality Collision Repairand Professional Service…

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Phone: 403-742-35554109 - 48 Avenue, Stettler

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Contractors 1100

403-742-1330

Buzz AndersenServing Stettler

area over 35 years

-Residential-Commercial

-Farm Buildings-Renovations

Drafting& Design 1120House Plan DesignHouse Plan DesignSmall CommercialSmall CommercialShop DrawingsShop DrawingsAs BuiltsAs Builts

Phone: 403-742-6612Cell: 780-935-0540

Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca

Monika Stahlberg

Monika Stahlberg

Drafting Service

Eavestroughing1130FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD.

5”Continuous Eaves“Gutter Clean” Leaf Protection

Call Barry Harvey

403-742-8838*27 years experience*

Electrical 1150

“If It’s Electrical We Do It”

All types of Electrical Installation &Maintenance

403-742-5111Serving Stettler

& Area since 1978

FurnaceCleaning 1193Stettler Furnace

Cleaning

Qualifi ed and Qualifi ed and ReputableReputable

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Glass Shops 1196HEARTLAND

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LTD.C.R. GLASS“Your Service Specialists”

Randy Long• Residential• Commercial

• Automotive Needs

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HealthCare 1210

Hauck Optometry & Hearing5014 - 50 St., Stettler

403-742-4504

Stettler Eye Care

Dr. R. TROY NELSONComprehensive eye

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Top quality frames,

lenses and contacts

Treatment of eye

disease, injuries and

surgical co-management

Phone 403-742-2683New patients welcome

Dr. E. LYNESChiropractor

4719 - 49 St.Stettler, AlbertaOne block East of Scotia Bank

403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443

HealthCare 1210

DR. D.G. BECKLUNDChiropractor

-Gitzel Krejci Building

4912 - 51 StreetStettler, AB

Open Mon. - Sat.

Bus.: 403-742-2553Res.: 403-742-0370

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Landscaping1240REFORESTATION

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5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB

Phone 403-742-2529

Fax 403-742-2522

ourlaw2@telus.net

Gary G. GrantLaw Office

4910 - 51 StreetStettler, AB T0C 2L0

Phone: 403-742-4437

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Barristers and Solicitors

Advocates

2401 Toronto Dominion Sq.Edmonton Centre

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Fax: 780-426-0982

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4819 - 51 Street

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Home Consultations • Shades & Blinds • Soft Treatments • Fabrics & Hardware

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RAILSIDEDESIGNGALEN WIEBE

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL

DRAFTING AND DESIGN

5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER

PH: 403-742-4101FAX: 866-305-5686

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4806 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB403-742-EARS(3277)Open Monday to Friday9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca

Built in 2009, this modern, open concept home has a large kitchen, 4 bdrms and 3 baths. 6000 sq. ft. shop is move-in ready.

Surrounded by 154 acres of farmland near Red Willow. Call Mike.

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This 1008 sq. ft. home in Big Valley is just right for seniors! Double car detached garage, bright open kitchen and includes an adjacent lot, perfect for RV parking. $179,500. Call Doug or Mike

CA0050288CA0050288

2 bdrm 1 bath home in Alix features a two tiered deck and fully fenced backyard. Extra space for parking and RV storage. $149,000. Call Mike

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1.5 storey charming home with over sized double garage. Walking distance to downtown. Many upgrades throughout. $199,000. Call Sherri

1400 sq. ft. home has 3 bdrms and 3 baths. Remodled kitchen. Includes 2 horse barns, waterers and garage. $390,000. Call Garry

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This 4 bdrm home has been well cared for. Features a single attached garage and a double detached garage. Professionally

landscaped and low maintenance backyard. $258,000. Call Edna.

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Perfect family home within walking distance to the schools. Many recent updates. Detached garage with heated fl ooring. RV parking pad. $258,900. Call Ross.

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Fabulous open concept family home. In-fl oor heat throughout. Double attached garage. Underground sprinklers, gated yard

for RV parking and deck. $323,000. Call Sherri.

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Commercial property in Alix with 3000 sq. ft. of useable warehouse and

office space. $380,000. Call Edna.

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5 bdrm home with a view of Buffalo Lake in White Sands. Well kept and lots of space. $599,000. Call Brian

Lake front, 2 bdrm home sits on 1/2 acre lot. Private with plenty of trees. $524,900. Call Brian

CA0046735CA0046735

Executive bungalow in one of the nicest neighborhoods in town! Plenty of space with 7 bdrms, and open concept kitchen dining and living area. Tons of natural light! This

lovely home sits on a 1/2 acre lot surrounded by trees. $675,000. Call Garry.

Modern 4 bdrm bi-level in Meadowlands. Open concept kitchen and dining area, granite countertops, slate fl ooring

and oversized double car garage. $439,000. Call Garry

CA0050476CA0050476

Immaculate 2 bdrm home in Big Valley. Built in 20006, landscaped and

well cared for. $265,900. Call Ross

Development property in a quiet area of Stettler. 5.68 acres with huge trees. A great opportunity! $519,900. Call Ross.

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Build your dream home on 6.8 acres of untouched property

near Erskine. $110,000. Call Jill

1168 sq. ft. mobile home has wrap-around deck. Fedatures a single attached garage. Home is

handicap accessible. $159,000. Call Jill

Cozy 1 bdrm home in Big Valley has had extensive renovations. Featuring a fenced yard

and heated detached garage. $129,000. Call Atie

4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER

Call a Central “Team” Sales Associate today for FREE advice or enquiries.

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Advertisers in the showcase section Advertisers in the showcase section maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler,maintain Real Estate offices in Stettler,are members of the Red Deer & are members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and allDistrict Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services. offer full multiple listing services.

Houses/Duplexes 30203 BDMR. 2 storey, down-

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Suites 3060L A R G E

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FOR RENTNo pets

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1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites.

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plus D.D. Avail. immediately

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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

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Land 3170Crop land for cash rent. 1 to 3 year lease payable

April 15. 65 A - SE7-38-18, 35A - NW6-38-18, 70A -

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SE23-38-19. Tenders sub-ject to owners approval. Lazy SD Ranches, Box

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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

Realtors& Services 4010 Houses

For Sale 4020

A lifestyle you have more than earned

Stunning new Laebon home in the Timbers-Red

Deer 1426 sq.ft. 3 bdrms/2baths, large private master suite

$499,900 Call Samantha 403.392.6261

Amazing new Laebon Home 1452 sq.ft. modi ed bi-level with large private

master suite3 bdrms/2baths $394,599Call Jocelyn 403.302.9612

HousesFor Sale 4020

Drive a little save a lotBrand new 2135 sq.ft.

Laebon home3 bdrms/2.5 baths

$431,599Call Jocelyn 403.302.9612

FOR SALE/RENT-TO-OWN/RENT: Totally

renovated with new open kitchen, 5 bedrooms, living

room, large basement in oor heat, new siding, roof, windows and over-

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BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! This 4 acre parcel of land is almost in the town of Stettler. 3 bdrms, 2

newly fi nished bathrooms, attached garage and a 3 stall

barn on the acreage. $439,000.

LOVELY ACREAGE just minutes from town. 3 bdrm mobile, lovely outdoor en-tertaining space, 2 wells, 2

barns, large quonset, garage and a workshop. $369,900.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY to be your own boss. This

convenience store is located on main street in Alix. Price includes the building, land

and all equipment. $159,000.

5.3 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND only minutes from Stettler. Ready to build on

with all utilities to the property line and a new approach has been completed. $119,900.

AFFORDABLE FAMILY HOME with 5 bdrms and 3 baths.

Open kitchen, dining and living room. Finished basement,

fenced yard, deck and parking area at back. $198,500

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THIS RED WILLOW HOME sits on 6 lots with mature trees. 1.5 storey, 4 bedrooms and newer windows. Basement recently waterproofed

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NETWORK REALTY CORP.Independently Owned and Operated

5002 - 50th Ave., Stettler

Bus.: 403-742-3069 1-888-742-6685

Congratulations Andy on receiving the “Diamond” Award as a top producer with

Royal LePage Network Realty CorpThanks to all those clients who made this award possible.For all your real estate needs – residential, acreage, com-mercial or agricultural, please call Andy at 403-742-3069

SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL for 15 acres. Services, 2 wells, indoor riding arena, heated shop, mature landscaping. Of-fers subject to sub-division approval.

#CA0025826. $750,000.

EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. Comfort-able 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home with a 1 bedroom suite in the basement. Great starter home. Large oversized 30 x 30 garage. New shingles in 2013. CA0051681. $179,900

½ DUPLEX. Great location. “Like New” home built with seniors in mind – no stairs, easy access, wheel chair

friendly. Bright, spacious home with open fl oor concept. Close to downtown, post office and medical clinic. Heated

garage. Just move in. #CA0034082. $229,900.

Brand new 2014 – 20 x 76 mobile home on lot. Open fl oor plan, 3 bedrooms, 4 piece ensuite and a second full bath. Features a vaulted ceiling and stainless steel

appliances. Skirted, levelled and immediate possession. Price includes GST. #CA0040686. $226,900.

One of a kind estate home. Beautifully decorated. Quality

throughout. 1/2 acre lot in prestigious neighbourhood.

Asking $789,000.

Perfect starter home for

young family. 4 bedrooms. Big country kitchen. Garage. Large fenced yard. Close to schools.

$183,500. Don’t wait!

Here’s value.

Over 1200 sq. ft. home with double garage built in 1976.

Updated furnace and windows. Only $214,900. Call now!

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3 BRAND NEW 20 X 76 Triple M Homes. Starting from $108,000. Available for immediate or spring

delivery. For more information call United

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at www..unitedhomescanada.com.

CommercialProperty 4110

ManufacturedHomes 4090MASSIVE SHOW HOME Reduction Sale! 16 to 24

wide’s ready to deliver! 3 & 4 bedrooms - 2 baths.

Turn key packages available. Call Dynamic

Homes today 403-341-4422 or visit us

online www.dynamicmodular.ca.

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owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

CommercialProperty 4110

BuildingsFor Sale 4150

STEEL BUILDINGS “Really Big Sale!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy

now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel

1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca.

Financial#4400 - #4430

Investments ......................4410Money Wanted ................4420Money to Loan ................4430

MoneyTo Loan 4430DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own

a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend

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BusinessesFor Sale 4140

Cars 50302006 BUICK Lucerne fully loaded, 3.8 V6, 35 mpg. plus new tires, nice shape, approx. 180,000 kms, $5500 obo 403-740-5560

3 SHOPS FOR RENT   PRICE REDUCED ~Now willing to separate shop ~Sitting on 2 acre lot in total

1st and 2nd Shops- 50’x90’ Duplex style construction, Metal Building, South and North sides identical. Offi ce Space @1000sq ft with bathroom, Shop fl oor 25’x70’ 1750 sq ft, with bathroom, 14ft overhead doors, insulated, 2 walk in doorways, 3 phase power available, Huge parking lot, rent dependent on duration of lease.

3rd Shop- 60’ x 40’ -2400 sq ft Metal building, insulated, infrared heat, single phase power. Small offi ce with mezzanine on top, 10’x14’ & 12’x14’ shop door with electric door opener. Huge parking lot. Rent price dependent on duration of lease. Triple net.Separate living accommodations on site can be provided

Email or Call: dreinhart@telus.net 403-740-6630

Commercial BLDG.

*Fenced Compound* 2300 sq. ft. * 1.9 acres

*Corner LotPhone 403-740-5657

FOR SALE OR LEASE

SO008447

BUSINESS AVAILABLE IN ALBERTA Restaurant & Pub: Well established, sales over $1.6 M, one owner. Priced $630,000,

Deli & Retail Store: Cabinet Manufacture:

Countertops:Fitness Business:Convenience Store:

to sell. Butcher Shop:

Call Bill Conroy or Ed Katchur @ 403-346-7755 email billconroy@maxwellrealty.ca Maxwell Real Estate Solutions Ltd.

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Public Notice#6000

Public Notices ..................6010Special Features ..............6050

MAINTENANCE WORKERSCASUAL

HEART HAVEN, PARAGON PLACE ANDWILLOW CREEK LODGES

• The County of Stettler Housing Authority is a not-for-profi t organization which provides affordable housing for seniors and

families in Stettler and surrounding area. • We are seeking Maintenance Workers to provide support when

our full time staff are away or in need of extra assistance in our seniors’ lodges as well as community and affordable housing.

• The ideal candidate has at least two year’s experience in the general and preventative maintenance of both industrial and domestic buildings and grounds.• We are looking for someone with analytic, organization, and

communication skills and with experience in safety, fi re and security systems.

• We require a Class 5 Driver’s License and be able to produce a Criminal Record Check.• Wages and benefi ts according to our Collective Agreement with CUPE.• This is a rewarding position with the opportunity to help the

seniors in our communities and is ideal for a retired or semi retired individual who is fl exible about work hours and is available at short notice.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACTHuman Resources at 403.742.9220 or fax in a resume

to 403.742.9221 or email to hhaven1@telus.netPlease submit your resume by 4:00 P.M. February 20, 2015.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVED

Notice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Application for a discretionary use in accordance with the County of Stettler No. 6 Land Use Bylaw No. 1443-10 was approved by the Development Authority:

1. No: DP 15001 Legal Description: Lot 27 Block 1 Plan 9924620 (Rochon Sands Estates) Rural Address: 233, 40338 Hwy 835 Applicant/Owner: Glenn & Carrie Turgeon Proposed Development: Ancillary Building (384 ft²) with a relaxation of the Land Use Bylaw to provide for the placement of the building in the front yard of the parcel of land

2. No: DP 15003 Legal Description: Lot 1 Plan 962504 Applicant/Owner: Lenore Brown Rural Address: 20335 Twp Rd 39-0 Proposed Development: Ancillary Building (Residential – Oversized) 1680 ft²

Any person claiming to be affected by such decision may appeal by giving notice in writing to the Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, County of Stettler No. 6 PO Box 1270, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 not later than February 18, 2015. The notice must contain the reason for the appeal.

Jacinta Donovan & Cara McKenzie, Development Officers

PUBLIC HEARINGTake notice that the Council of the County of Stettler No. 6 will hold a Public Hearing to hear representation concerning the proposed Bylaws:BYLAW 1537-14 providing for amending the Land Use Bylaw 1443-10 by rezoning the remainder of Lot 1, Block 16, Plan 1122947 (2 Railway Avenue, Erskine) and Lot – Block—Plan— from the Agricultural District (A) to the Hamlet Residential District (HR).

The public may inspect a copy of the amending bylaw at the County Administration Building during regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The Public Hearing will be held Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 1:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as possible, in Council Chambers of the County Administration Building. Receipt of written submissions in support or opposing this bylaw must be submitted to the Development Officer, County of Stettler, Box 1270, Stettler, AB. T0C 2L0 by 4:30 on Tuesday, February 10, 2015.

Dated: January 23, 2015

Jacinta DonovanDevelopment Officer

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

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PUBLIC NOTICEBYLAW 2060-15

Public Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of the Municipal Council of the Town of Stettler to pass Bylaw 2060-15 Land Use Bylaw repealing Land Use Bylaw 2018-11.

A copy of Bylaw 2060-15 may be viewed at the Town Of-fi ce during regular hours of business.

A Public Hearing on the matter of Bylaw 2060-15 will be held in the Boardroom at the Town of Stettler Offi ce, 5031 - 50 Street on February 17, 2015 at the hour of 7:00 p.m.

Oral comments and suggestions are invited to be made at the public hearing and shall be addressed to the point of the proposed Bylaw. They may be made by any person or group of persons, or a person acting on their behalf who claim to be affected by the proposed bylaw, and from any person(s) whom, at the hearing the Municipal Council of the Town of Stettler agrees to hear.

All written submissions and petitions must be in the pos-session of the Town of Stettler Development Authority no later than 12:00 noon on February 11, 2015. You may sub-mit your written comments by facsimile (403-742-1404) or email to lgraham@stettler.net provided your original let-ter is received within seven days of the February 11, 2015 closing date.

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Les and Rosemary StulbergENDIANG/BYEMOOR NEWS

An open meeting hosted by the Byemoor volunteer fire department will be held at 7 p.m. on Feb. 3 at the fire sta-tion in Byemoor. Volunteer fire fighters are desperately needed so it is hoped men and women of the community interested in learning more about the position will attend. Volunteers are not expected to be available for every fire. If the volunteer numbers drop too low, Byemoor could be at risk of losing its station. Regional fire chief Mark Dennis will be attending the meeting.

Congratulations to Lane and Bobbi Buchwitz on the ar-rival of their daughter Sage Sheileen. Sage was born at the Drumheller hospital on Jan. 27 and weighed eight pounds 15 ounces. She is also welcomed by two proud brothers Cash and Kord.

Congratulations also to the grandparents Robert and Sheila Buchwitz and Maureen Olson and great-grandfather Nat Buchwitz. Incidentally, Sage’s middle name is a com-bination of her grandmothers’ names — Sheila and Mau-reen.

Our community was deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Wayne Chaplin in a quad-related accident south of Byemoor. He was 43. Wayne was a resident of the hamlet of Byemoor for the past few years and was known as a friendly fellow, well-liked by the community. Our

thoughts of sympathy go to Wayne’s girlfriend and family.Congratulations are in order for the local curling team of

Justin Jones, Jim Krautt, Tyler Stulberg and Allen Norlie. They won the Rumsey Men’s Bonspiel top honours, taking home first in the A event. Way to go guys.

Keep in mind the Valentine Dine and Dance is coming up on Feb. 14 at the Byemoor hall. Advance tickets are avail-able at the Byemoor Store. Ticket price of $50 includes the supper, dance, door prizes and a chance to win the grand prize of a $2,000 travel voucher.

The Boar’s Cup hockey tournament in Byemoor will be held a little earlier this year. It is set for the Valentine Day weekend. It is always a fun, action-packed weekend to wrap up the hockey season.

The Endmoor Vipers girls’ hockey team had a good weekend of play. They played in Camrose on Saturday and won 3-2. On Sunday, Camrose returned the visit to By-emoor and the Vipers once again posted the win, this time 4-3. Awesome games, girls.

We send birthday greetings to a group of former End-moor seniors celebrating their special birthdays (all over 80) the first part of February. Happy birthday on Feb. 1 — Buster Walker, 88 and Eileen Green, 86. Feb. 3 — Bob Green, 89. Feb. 6 — Bernice Zeimer, 88. Feb. 8 — Lucy Gutsche, 81. Feb. 11 — Mickey Pearn, 89.

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CARA curling starts this next Thursday, Feb. 12 at the Erskine Curling Rink. Volunteers are need-ed, so if any parents are able to help out, please con-tact the school. This Friday is Red Pink Dress up Day. There is no school Monday or Tuesday -- Monday is Family Day and Tuesday is PD Day for the teach-ers. Nice long weekend for the kids. This year PD Days are used for getting ready for changes in educa-tion coming up in the year ahead.

The Erskine Curling Club will be hosting a funspiel on Monday for Family Day. Bring the whole family to enjoy curling, games and prizes. If you have a rink to

enter please phone the curl-ing rink at 742-5073.

The Erskine Recreation Board will be hosting a skating party this Friday at 7 p.m. This is for the whole family and there will be a campfire, hot dogs and hot chocolate along with skat-ing.

The Erskine Ladies’ Curl-ing Bonspiel begins Feb. 23 until March 1. Anyone wishing to enter a rink can phone the curling rink.

The Buffalo Lake Natu-ralist Club will hold their monthly meeting on Thurs-day, Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the Anglican Church. Anyone interested in learning about different aspects of nature is wel-come to attend. The meet-ings are very informational and educational.

Ceramic classes are held in the basement of the Waverly Club Rooms on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

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You could mark you cal-endars to attend “Shrove Tuesday” pancake supper at the drop-in, Feb. 17 starting at 5:30 p.m.

The Donalda & District Museum Society will hold their annual general meet-ing, following the regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at the library

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It was another exciting week for the stu-dents at Stettler Elementary School. Tues-day morning, Jan. 26, Medieval Days 2015 commenced. As the students crossed a drawbridge to enter the gymnasium, they were delighted to find the gym had been transformed back in time. It was a spec-tacular sight; there was a castle, horses, carts, and of course, a queen, a princess and a knight in shining armour. Students cheered as their teachers, dressed in pe-riod costume, participated in the opening ceremony. Riding the knight’s horses and climbing the castle walls were two very popular activities. Mrs. Poapst and Mrs. Nietz, our physical education teachers, did a fantastic job of incorporating the 7 Habits into exciting games for Medieval Days. It was a wonderful experience for all the stu-dents. They learned that many of the games played today, originated during the Medi-eval era. In preparation for the games, the students designed their own Medieval Coat of Arms and staff helped with collecting or creating props. Many thanks to everyone that helped with the incredible amount of work and time it took to make Medieval Days 2015 a successful.

Our Lighthouse Team, which consists of teacher representatives from kindergarten through Grade 8, was fortunate to spend

the day with a “Leader in Me” facilitator, Frank Teravich, on Thursday, Jan. 29. It was a great opportunity to reflect on the team’s achievements and to plan ahead for new leadership initiatives. The Lighthouse Team has many new ideas that they are anxious to implement in the future as they continue along their journey of nurturing student leaders. To further enhance 7 Hab-its instructional skills, Stettler Elementary School teachers, as well as the Stettler Mid-dle School teachers, gathered in the drama room on Friday, Jan.30 for Professional Development Day. Mr. Teravich, who has been presenting for over seven years, shared many strategies and activities with the teachers. Professional training opportu-nities such as this support teachers in their efforts to guide children to become more effective student leaders. It was a produc-tive day for all. Meanwhile, the students en-joyed the day off to begin, what would be, a long weekend for the students.

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PAT JOHNSON

By: Elli Anderson &Abbey Bohn, Grade 8Students

Christ-King started the week with a special visit from Corporal Gulak on Jan.27. His day included visiting each classroom, giving a presentation tai-lored to each age group. Some of the topics includ-ed bullying, bike safety, and evidence collection. All students enjoyed see-ing him throughout the day and can’t wait for his next visit.

The visitors to Christ-King continued with the Magical Munsch perfor-mance on Jan. 28. A tal-ented group of three came and performed a few of Robert Munsch’s books: “Angela’s Airplane”, “More Pies”, “Get Out of Bed”, “Moria’s Birthday”, “Alligator Baby” and “50 Below Zero”. The gym was filled with lots of laughter and many oppor-tunities for student partici-pation. Questions were in abundance after the show,

and students watched in-tently when the perform-ers demonstrated some of the secrets to putting on a puppet show.

On Jan. 29, the Grade 6/7 class led the “Leader in Me” assembly for Janu-ary. The class chose Habit #3: Put First Things First. Using a large pickle jar, the students demonstrated that it is important for ev-eryone to prioritize aspects in their life. Golf balls were placed in the jar first, which represented the im-portant things in life like family and friends. Next, students filled the jar with pebbles, which represent-ed the smaller important things in life like school, and extra-curricular ac-tivities. Sand was used to fill the small empty spac-es. The sand represented the worries in life, which we sometimes stress over too much. Finally, the jar was filled with chocolate milk – which represented the things in life that we should always take time

for, like having a hot choc-olate with a friend. Stu-dents were encouraged to see the pickle jar as their life, and that if they filled their life with sand (wor-ries) first, they wouldn’t have time for the golf balls (important things). Putting first things first means to fill your life with the important things first and letting the other stuff fall into place.

The Much Music dance took place on January 29th as well. The energy in the gym was great as many students from other schools attended. With the giant video screen, students danced, watched music videos, and enjoyed visiting at the concession stand. A special thank you to all the teachers who supervised.

February will bring many more events to Christ-King. Staff and students are looking forward to another busy month. Stay tuned Stettler.

Wrapping up January