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VOLUME ONE-HUNDRED SEVEN PM40011853 R08546 NUMBER NINETEEN STETTLER, ALBERTA May 8, 2013 PRICE — $1.09 Plus GST
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LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE — Alliance Church youth group members join other churches and community volunteers last Saturday in cleaning ditches alongside Highway 12 east of Stettler. It was part of the annual province-wide spring cleanup. The remnants of a long winter fi lled many garbage bags.
LES STULBERGIndependent reporter
After serving for three years as the Clearview School Division secre-tary- treasurer, Lewis Hill is leaving in July to work in his home province of British Columbia.
Hill has accepted the position of secretary-treasurer with School District No. 22 at Ver-non, effective Aug. 1.
“It’s always been a desire to move back to B.C.,” Hill said Monday. “Most of the family is on the west coast.
“When the opportu-nity presented itself to move to the Okanagan, we decided to take a look at it.
“My wife and I always thought the Okanagan would be a nice place to retire. We just landed there a little sooner.”
Hill and his wife, Cindy, have three grown daughters, all of whom live in Alberta — in Red Deer, Lacombe and Ed-monton.
He came to Stettler after a five-year stint as chief financial officer with the Prairie Bible In-stitute in Three Hills.
“I appreciated Lew-is being with us,” said Clearview chairman Ken Checkel. “Secretary-trea-surer positions are hard to fill. We were happy to find Lewis.
“I appreciated his work and his sense of hu-mour. I wish him well.”
The Vernon school di-vision serves 20 schools with a student population of 8,000 students, about three and a half times that of Clearview, Hill said.
He said he expects his new school district will deal with similar chal-lenges as those facing
Clearview, regarding the declining enrolment.
Hill said that 15 years ago, Vernon had 11,000 students and has seen a steady decline since.
“There are a lot of similarities, only on a larger scale,” he said.
Hill ranked a high-light of his time in the Clearview central office was the opportunities he and superintendent John Bailey had to visit schools.
“Sometimes we lose focus why we are here,” he said. “Interacting with the kids has been a high-light. It’s been great. It helped me get my mind focused.
“Hutterite colonies were a new education for me. I never experienced being a part of that group before.”
The Clearview divi-sion has a “phenomenal staff,” Hill said.
“I haven’t worked with a better group of people.
“The principals, staff and everybody are very concerned about the stu-dents. They are a great staff.”
Hill plans to clear out ofhis Clearviewschool desk
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
During a meeting last week with the Clearview School Division, parents and residents crowd a room at Stettler Elementary School to discuss planned teacher cuts. The fi nal community meeting is set for Monday in Stettler.
RICHARD FROESEIndependent reporter
Parents of Stettler students packed a classroom last week to question Clearview School Division proposals to cut teachers.
“Stettler schools haven’t cut teach-ers in many years,” even as enrolment declined, countered superintendent John Bailey.
Bailey was among those who ad-dressed the latest “community consul-tation” session, which attracted about 100 people to the Stettler Elemen-tary School music/drama room last Wednesday.
As the board continues to draft a budget for 2013-14, the latest docu-ment proposes that Clearview cut 7.5 teaching positions, with 6.650 of those from the Stettler campus alone.
That would see William E. Hay Composite High School lose 3.7 teachers, Stettler Elementary School trim two and Stettler Middle School shave .950 positions as a way to de-crease the $1-million defi cit and cope with reduced funding from the pro-vincial government and declining en-rolment in the division.
Other cuts of under 1.0 teachers are proposed for Botha, Byemoor and Donalda.
“Everyone is sharing in the cuts,” said Bailey, who noted that the central offi ce has trimmed operations to es-sential staff and servcies.
Some parents believe Stettler would suffer the most.
“This will decimate our schools,” said parent Cheryl Van Dusen, who drew applause from the crowd.
“I do not want to see too many cuts.”
At least one trustee, however, con-tended that the quality of education wouldn’t change with fewer teachers.
“Are students getting good and broad education here?” asked trustee Karen Holloway of Castor.
“I think they do and I don’t think it will be less next year. It’s not that we’re against Stettler. We are con-cerned about Stettler as much as the whole division.”
Trustees representing rural schools in Stettler echoed they support and value schools at the Stettler campus.
“We have to work together to stand together as communities and schools,” said Ken Checkel, who chairs the board and represents the Coronation area.
While the issue has created some rift between Stettler and rural schools, a retired Stettler teacher also earned applause as she urged everyone to work together.
“We don’t want to pit one commu-nity against another,” Barbara Good-win said.
“We are all one staff and one com-munity. The bottom line is students.”
With class sizes projected to in-crease slightly, one high school stu-dent wasn’t concerned about more students in the classroom.
“I don’t think larger classes will be a problem,” said Cassidy Munholland, a Grade 10 student at William E. Hay Composite High School.
“The fl ex program helps and there are options for students.”
Saving administrative costs, Clearview has also suggested an op-tion to reconfi gure the Stettler campus from elementary school (kindergarten to Grade 5), middle school (6 to 8) and William E. Hay Composite High School (9 to 12), to either K to 12 or elementary (K-6) and high school (7 to 12), though the board hasn’t dis-cussed that option any further.
Even with low enrolment numbers, Clearview is committed to keeping all schools open for the coming year un-der the current grade structures, Bai-ley said.
Clearview hosts the fi nal com-munity meeting this Monday, with a second session in Stettler at the William E. Hay Composite High School cafeteria.
Stettler parents question
proposed cuts to schools
LEWIS HILL
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Among the 14 students from William E. Hay Composite High School who completed a three-week exchange trip to Germany were Morgan Sorensen (left), Nicholas Baharally, Grace Chapman and Autumn Woelk.
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“Mind opening,” “ex-perience of a lifetime” and “unforgettable” were some of the terms used to describe the Stettler-Ger-many educational culture exchange.
Grace Chapman rated her trip to Germany a 10 out of 10.
“It was one of my favou-rite trips that I have ever done,” she said.
Chapman enjoyed ex-periencing the day-to-day life of the German culture that the exchange provid-ed, rather than just doing the tourist-type things that most travel involves.
Chapman was among 14 students from William E. Hay Composite High School that participated in the three-week exchange with the northern Germany school, Gymnasium Sani-tz.
Other students from Stettler were Nicholas Ba-harally, Kennidy Fisher, Katherine Fraser, Taylor Marko, Aislinn Reule, Trent Sanders, Dakota Schwarzenberger, Hannah Shepherd, Morgan Sorens-en, Amy Stratulate, Morgan VanDusen, Autumn Woelk and Haileigh Yome.
Principal Norbert Ba-harally accompanied the
group as the education su-pervisor.
It was the fourth ex-change between the two schools — the German students were in Stettler in September.
The popular exchange program involves grades 10 and 11 students.
The Stettler students said they experienced a language barrier, as some of the host parents didn’t speak English and school classes were taught in Ger-man.
They said they picked up basic German words and phrases.
While in school, they attended English, art and drama classes and spent time in the English room.
Nicholas Baharally said that before they left Stettler, each student prepared a Ca-nadian presentation to give at the German school.
He said the exchange coincided with Easter and spring break, which af-forded the Stettler students considerable time for tours and time with their German host families.
The Stettler students were intrigued by the dif-ferences between the cul-tures.
The train system im-pressed Chapman, as she and two other Stettler students rode the train to school.
Autumn Woelk didn’t share the same sentiments.
She said daily schedules had to be based around public transportation.
The girls described a shopping trip to the Ger-man girls’ favourite store that took an hour and re-quired eight train changes.
Morgan Sorensen said he thought the exchange was “really good,” and vis-iting Berlin was the high-light for him.
He was impressed with how a modern city like Berlin combined culture and integrated its history and older buildings.
Woelk said wartime buildings were refurbished, or those destroyed in the war were rebuilt as close to the original buildings as possible.
The group spent four days in Berlin and took in a tour of the city, watched a musical show, visited Ma-dame Tussaud’s museum, toured the Canadian Em-bassy and visited historical sites and castles.
The Stettler students also visited a concentration camp at Sachsenhausen — a sombre experience.
“You could still see blood stains on the fl oor,” Chapman said.
“It was hard to imagine — standing where those terrible things happened,” Woelk said.
The students said the weather wasn’t favourable during the visit, as Germa-ny experienced an unsea-sonably cold spring.
“It was so cold, a lot colder than Canada,” Woelk said.
Chapman said that two years before, when her sis-ter was in Germany on the exchange, they were able to wear swimsuits and sun tan.
The students shared some thoughts on their vis-it to Germany.
“The friendships made — during the three weeks we were there and the three weeks the German students were here — was the high-light of the exchange for me,” Baharally said.
“I love Europe,” Chap-man said. “I want to live there when I am older.”
She also said she would like to go back and visit the people she met.
Sorensen said he would like to visit West Germany someday, after visiting the east side.
“I had a really good time, but I would like to see Germany in the sum-mertime,” Woelk said.
“It was a great experi-ence,” Baharally said. “I would do it again and rec-ommend it to anyone.
“It’s an exposure to a different culture in a differ-ent part of the world.”
High school students taste
sampling of German culture
Students are thrilled to see the summer weather fi -nally here.
The Wildcat badminton season is coming to an end and the tennis and track and fi eld athletes are readying for a great season.
The fi ne arts board would like to congratulate every-one who participated in
the One Act Play Festival. William E. Hay students, once again, demonstrated outstanding skills with the six plays that were entered in the festival.
The play “Country Goth-ic,” co-directed by Tara Kruk and Shayla Neitz, received an award for best technical production, while “Tick Talk,” directed by Courtney Wingie, received best-ensemble honours.
Congratulations to An-drew Somerville, Meghan LaRose, Shea Heathering-ton, Austin Vegter, Tara Kruk and Shayla Neitz for receiving excellence in act-ing awards at the festival.
Thanks to the cosmetol-ogy students and Ms. Knee-land for their efforts in or-ganizing hair and make-up.
It’s that time of year
again — the student union elections are underway. Those elections will take place on Thursday, May 23, during Flex time.
Twenty-four of the SADD students and their friends enjoyed a night of games and movies at their fi rst wake-a-thon.
The students raised money for their organiza-tion by collecting pledges for every hour they stayed awake. The SADD group extends thanks to the busi-nesses that sponsored them and the support they
received through monetary donations.
Congratulations to Shea Dahl and Nathan Spen-cer for winning the Town of Stettler mural contest. Shea’s design will be dis-played at the dog park and Nathan’s will be going to West Stettler Park.
Each winner receives $150 Stettler Dollars prize money. Well done!
The student union will host a Haitian Education barbecue fundraiser Thurs-day during lunch. For $5, you can buy a hamburger, pop and chips. Please help them support that worthy cause.
That’s it for this week. Check the Independent next week for more news from William E. Hay Composite High School.
William E. Hay studentsshow their theatrical side
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By Amanda SpensleyStettler Fire and Rescue
On Sunday, Stettler Regional Fire Department Station 1 was called to a structure fi re and grassfi re at8:40 a.m., north of Gadsby.
A small pump house had started fi re, causing the grass surrounding it to also ignite.
Although the pump house was a total loss, the quick actions of hom-eowners managed to stop the fi re from spreading into nearby fi elds.
About one acre of grass was burnt, and fi re crews extinguished small spot fi res and doused the perimiter of the fi re.
No injuries were reported and the cause was deemed to be an electrical problem.
Also on Sunday, Station 1 was
called to assist Stettler EMS with establishing a landing zone for the STARS helicopter at about 5 p.m.
Fire crews arrived to the resi-dence north of Stettler, but a decision was made to transport the patient by ground ambulance for a STARS land-ing at the Stettler Hospital.
Last Wednesday, stations 1 and 2 responded to a grass fi re at about 4:30 p.m. Fire crews arrived north of Big Valley to extinguish a grass fi re in a fi eld caused by a mower blade hitting a rock, causing sparks. No structures were threatened and no injuries were reported.
On Saturday, April 27, stations 1
and 3 responded to a grass fi re. At 2:40 p.m., fi re crews were called to a fi eld fi re east of Donalda, just off Highway 53. Due to high winds at the time, the fi re quickly spread and crews worked into the night extinguishing the blaze. Some hay bales were lost due to the fi re, but no structures were damaged.
No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.
Also on April 27, stations 1and 3 responded to a grass fi re at 7 p.m. While fi re crews were extinguishing the previous grass fi re, a 911 call stat-ed a farmyard and residence were be-ing threatened by a fast-moving grass fi re.
Quick work by homeowners and fi re crews stopped the fi re from doing extensive damage to the property. Fire crews returned to the fi rst fi re to fi nish extinguishing it.
On Sunday, April 28, stations 1 and
2 responded to a structure fi re.At about 1:30 p.m., fi re crews were
called to a garage fi re south of Stettler on Range Road 19-1. Fuel tanks near the structure were on fi re and it was threatening the nearby residence.
Crews worked to get the blaze un-der control and although the garage was a loss, as well as the items inside, no injuries were reported.
The cause of the fi re wasn’timmediately known.
Multiple grass fi res keep fi refi ghters busy
Dahl’s court case moved to early June
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
Buffalo Lake south shore residents listen to an overview of the proposed inter-municipal development planduring a public hearing last Saturday at Erskine School.
RICHARD FROESEIndependent reporter
Trevor James Dahl of Stettler is scheduled to return to court early next month to face charges relating to the drunk-driving death of a Stettler teenager last year.
Dahl was in Red Deer Court of Queen’s Bench onMonday. He’s slated to appear June 3 for arraignment.
Koralea Boettger, 17, died after a single-vehicle crash in February 2012.
Charges against Dahl include impaired driving causing death, dangerous driving of a motor vehicle causing death, and refusing to give a blood sample.
RICHARD FROESEIndependent reporter
Buffalo Lake residents have endorsed a plan to continue growth in the region’s prime resort area, with a focus on small lots near the lakeshore.
A Buffalo Lake South Shore Inter-municipal Development Plan draft was supported during a public hearing last Saturday at Erskine School.
Many of about 35 residents at the hearting expressed support for the plan that supplements the Buffalo Lake Inter-municipal Development Plan that was adopted in 2010 by the County of Stettler, Summer Village of Rochon Sands and the Summer Vil-lage of White Sands to guide future growth within the Buffalo Lake South Shore growth node.
“Most of our concerns have been addressed,” said Kath Rothwell, presi-dent of Scenic Sands Community As-sociation, one of the two verbal del-
egations.“I am pleased with the consulta-
tion.”Over the past several months, the
committee made changes that re-sponded to many concerns, said Johan van der Bank, director of planning and development for the County of Stettler.
“We support the document with other ideas that make it stronger,” said Craig Teal, planning consultant for property owner Independent Print.
With roads required by major de-velopments, he suggested that the IDP include a clause that would assist de-velopers to recover costs that benefi t other lands.
Alberta Transportation recom-mends improvements to highways 835 and 601, though no funding or plans have been set, the planning director said.
“The planning committee will endeavour to determine which road upgrades and improvements will be provincially funded and what grant
funding opportunities may be avail-able and a trigger point for road up-grades so that off-site levies can be charged,” van der Bank said.
With the current pace of growth steady, he further said the plan requires water and sanitary services would be communal, economical and viable.
With the suggestions, the com-mittee plans to make any reasonable changes for councils to adopt the plan in by the end of July.
“The committee has been unifi ed to move forward,” said Rochon Sands Mayor Wayne Miller, a member of the committee.
“We are committed to maintain and develop the lake with good steward-ship.”
“The main thing is that the lake is for all property owners and users,” said White Sands Mayor Lorne Thurston.
Buffalo Lake south shore has po-tential to develop 2,377 new residen-tial lots on the south, though an annual average of 12 lots have been developed in the past 35 years.
Buffalo Lake residentssupport growth plan
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It’s generally accepted that a mother’s love and devotion is second only to that of God’s. Perhaps the following account will demonstrate that.
After the 2011 earthquake in Japan, rescuers came across a demolished house. They could see a woman’s body inside in a very unusual position. She was on her knees with her body arched upward, but leaning forward with both arms outstretched in front of her.
Heavy debris had crushed her and she ap-peared to be dead. The team leader reached through the rubble and, touching her stiff, cold body, confi rmed his suspicions … she had expired.
As the workers began to leave, the lead-er, haunted by the woman’s strange pos-ture, decided to go back and take a closer look. He knelt down and reached under the corpse to ascertain why she was in such an unusual position. To his amazement, he felt a small, warm body!
The entire team immediately went to work carefully removing the piles of de-bris from around the dead woman. They reached in and removed a three-month-old boy, wrapped in a baby blanket, from under his mother’s dead body.
The woman, making the ultimate sac-rifi ce, had positioned her body to make a life-saving cover over her son. The boy was sleeping peacefully as the rescue workers brought him out. The medical examina-tion that followed revealed that he needed a bath, but he was not harmed or injured in any way. But there is more …
As the blanket that the boy was wrapped in was opened, a cellphone was discovered. A text message on the screen, left by his mother, said, “Son … if you survive, you must remember that I love you!”
Tears came to the eyes of each of the res-cue workers and medical staff, as the phone was passed from worker to worker.
The love of mothers is illustrated in the Scripture repeatedly. Jochabed hiding Moses in the bulrushes (Exodus 2); Hanna praying for her son Samuel (1 Samuel 1); Lois and Eunice setting a godly example for Timothy (2 Timothy 1:5); even Salome promoting her sons, James and John (Mat-thew 20:21).
A mother’s love and infl uence is not only touching, but powerful.
Skeptic, Robert Ingersoll, had success-fully won a public debate against faith in God. Later, a college student challenged his fellow student, saying , “Ingersoll knocked the props out from under Christianity, didn’t he?”
The other said, “No, he didn’t. Ingersoll did not explain my mother’s life, and un-til he can explain my mother’s life, I will stand by my mother’s God.”
“The love of a mother is never exhaust-ed. It never changes — it never tires — it endures … a mother’s love still lives on.” Washington Irving
Happy Mother’s Day!
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‘Big Valley Jamboree’ moves to Camrose
By Mark MilkeTroy Media
In a recent debate within the pages of the National Post that many Albertans might have missed, two economists, Rhys Kesselman from Simon Fraser University and Jack Mintz from the University of Calgary, sparred over the most desirable tax mix for Alberta.
Kesselman wanted Alberta’s single-income tax rate re-placed with cascading tax brackets, and structured to en-sure higher overall taxes. Mintz advocated a sales tax, but with the caveat that it be revenue neutral, suggesting some other tax should be lowered in exchange.
The tax tussle reminded me of a quip by Jean Baptiste Colbert, the Minister of Finance under Louis XIV: “The art of taxation consists in plucking the goose as to obtain the largest amount of feathers with the least possible amount of hissing.”
An Alberta sales tax is indeed preferable to other taxes. Properly designed, consumption taxes are more effi cient and less damaging to the economy.
Problem is, all this tax talk is cemented in the notion Alberta is short of revenue, or at the least, must fi nd a more “stable” tax source.
But the fact is, Alberta’s red-ink budgets have much more to do with real per-capita program spending being near historic highs, which probably explains why so many Albertans “hiss” at the notion of a sales tax.
To understand why the spending side of the government ledger deserves more attention, let’s look at some statistics about Alberta’s program spending — ones that take into ac-count Alberta’s population growth and infl ation rate.
Back in 2005-06, at the height of Alberta’s last energy boom (when resource revenues hit their peak), program spending in Alberta came to $9,465 per person. That in-creased to $10,377 per person by 2011-12. (I have deliber-ately excluded the year just ended, 2012-13. Alberta’s last provincial budget completely changed how it accounts for spending and revenues, making historical comparisons dif-fi cult.)
But neither of those years set the record. In 1985-86, per-person program spending peaked at $11,905, but then declined to $6,733 by 1996-97.
In other words, by 2005, Alberta’s government was al-ready spending closer to the all-time high than to the all-time low.
If the Alberta government had based its program spend-ing solely on infl ation and population growth, it would have spent a cumulative total of $18.2 billion less between 2005 and 2012. Albertans would have seen balanced budgets in every single year, including during the recession.
Granted, Alberta’s own-source revenues are volatile and down from their highs in the past decade. But the point is that, had spending been better managed, Alberta’s bud-gets would have been in surplus. Who, except the fi nan-cially reckless, spends up to the limit of their income every year?
My point is simple: the precise amount of revenues fl ow-ing into Alberta’s coffers every year is less important than if the province spends more prudently.
There’s precedent for such prudence. At the end of the 1990s, Alberta suffered a 37 per cent drop in resource rev-enues in just one year (between the 1997 and 1998 fi scal years). But the province stayed in the black because it bet-ter managed its growth in spending.
But since at least 2005, the province has budgeted and spent as if exceptional years were the norm, leading to un-wise decisions. Some examples:
The province signed a contract with teachers between 2007 and 2012 that awarded raises double the infl ation rate, indicative of its general approach to the public sector.
— The province also took over billions in unfunded li-abilities for the Teachers’ Pension Plan.
— In addition, public-sector compensation in Alberta is on average 10 per cent higher than in the private sector.
Add to that spending on corporate welfare (the province spent $1.3-billion in carbon capture over several years) and a clear picture of fi scal profl igacy develops.
Over the years, polls repeatedly show Albertans opposed to a sales tax, I suspect because, while many Albertans might not understand the economic intricacies of various taxes, they quite clearly and intuitively get it: Alberta has a serious spending problem and the politicians have barely begun to address it.
And that is why, whenever talk turns to tax reform, even on justifi able grounds of effi ciency and proposed as rev-enue neutral, Albertans react much like Colbert’s plucked goose. They suspect that unless one tax ends in exchange for a sales tax, they will simply see more of their feathers plucked by a high-spending provincial government.
Troy Media columnist Mark Milke is a senior fellow with the Fraser Institute.
2003 — 10 years ago— Len Schofer, 77,
recorded the first hole-in-one of the spring golf season.
— Frank Bird celebrat-ed his 99th birthday with a family supper at Halkirk.
— Heartland Beauti-fication Committee plans to construct a water spray park at West Stettler Park.
— Erskine Curling Club made plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
— The Stettler Hire-A-Student office opened, with co-ordinator Joey Stadelmann at the helm.
— Stettler FCSS reno-vated its office and added 1,600 square feet of office space.
— A Stettler man was fined $575 for spear fish-ing on Buffalo Lake.
1993 — 20 years ago— The Stettler high
school Reach team won the provincial title and ad-vanced to the nationals in Toronto. The Stettler team placed second nationally.
— Stettler Swim Club brought home 28 medals, including 12 gold, from the Chinook invitational swim meet in Calgary.
— The community of Big Valley was “shocked” to learn “the Big Val-ley Jamboree” was being moved to Camrose.
— The Nevis hall re-ceived a facelift. New doors were added and the wood siding was replaced with aluminum siding.
— Alix seniors toured the Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills.
2083 — 30 years ago— Allan Chykerda
was judged to be the most promising performer in the Stettler Music Festival.
— Westwoods Rec-reation and Agricultural Society received it provin-cial charter, presented by MLA Graham Harle, at a community celebration.
— County of Stettler councillors voted to in-stall water and sewer in Byemoor.
— The Stettler County Fair board announced the RCMP musical ride was coming to town.
— The Endmoor Drop-In Centre was officially opened, with its oldest member, Bud Brooker, cutting the ribbon.
— In hockey news, War-ren Chayer was named the Stettler Legion midgets’ most valuable player and Tim Phillips was deemed the most dedicated player.
— Red Willow district pioneer Grace Morgenson celebrated her 90th birth-day.
— Byemoor elemen-tary school and Waverly junior high school won the Whizz Kids contest during education week.
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A recent decision by the Canadian Dairy Com-mission (CDC) to create a new classification for mozzarella cheese might open the way to further loosen iron-clad tariffs against specialty cheese imports.
The CDC decision cre-ates a new class and price structure for mozzarella used by fresh pizza-mak-ers. The idea is that this will see lower prices for restaurants and see the market for this cheese ex-pand to the benefit of ev-eryone, including dairy producers — at least that’s the hope.
There is more to the story, of course.
The CDC decision is supported by the Ca-nadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association (CRFA). That’s important because this group has for many years been waging a holy war against dairy supply management (SM) as the root of all evil.
Their interests were purely mercenary, of course. They wanted low-er cheese prices for their members and cited cheap-er prices in the cheese market in the U.S., which wasn’t controlled by SM. The relentless CRFA lob-by against SM over the years has become uncom-fortable for the dairy in-dustry, particularly as SM has come under scrutiny in connection to trade agree-ment discussions.
Rumours of the feds giving up SM at the ne-gotiating table continue to circulate and damaging price allegations by SM foes like CRFA don’t help the dairy industry’s posi-tion. It would seem that political realities might have caused the Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) to moderate their rigid SM position.
What this decision seems to have done is caused the CFRA to pull back its vociferous anti-SM lobby and made the DFC look more reason-able — a political percep-tion they surely needed.
The DFC should con-tinue this type of approach by softening its high tar-iffs position on imports of specialty cheeses in gen-eral. It would serve them well with public opinion and in the media arena,
and with politicians of every stripe that are not friends of SM.
High tariffs are gener-ally used to keep out im-ported products that can displace the same, but more expensive, domesti-cally produced products. But that’s gone awry with cheese imports and it an-noys the cheese-consum-ing public and media.
The fact is specialty cheeses produced in spe-cific regions in the world cannot be reproduced identically in Canada. Yes, they can come very close — but the subtle nature of yeasts and enzymes are very site specific and affect cheese flavour and texture. That’s why spe-cialty cheeses are sold by brand names in many cases.
Of course, there’s no guarantee that this poten-tial price reduction for commercial mozzarella
cheese will see a lower price for pizzas in restau-rants.
In fact, most expect that if there’s an adjustment, it will be minor at best and be used only for special sales or features. The re-ality is that retailers and restaurateurs only reduce prices for competitive rea-sons. They will probably surmise that most consum-ers will not be aware that cheese prices will have been reduced and they should expect lower piz-za prices. Consumers, in most cases, are just happy that prices have not gone up and really don’t expect lower prices, having been accustomed to inflation a long time ago.
Spokespeople for the DFC are trying to ratio-nalize this price reduction with the usual “demand will increase” song and dance and everyone will benefit. There is no indi-
cation that will actually occur, unless you reduce pizza costs by say 50 per cent.
I would suggest that most folks don’t go out for a pizza just because it’s suddenly a dollar cheaper. This price reduction is going to come out of the pockets of dairy produc-ers, and I would suggest it’s wishful thinking that cost will ever be returned.
Instead, I would sug-gest that the anticipated $27-million loss to pro-ducers is the political price to get the CFRA off the their anti-supply manage-ment lobby. Perhaps that will be worth the price to producers.
I would also sug-gest that dairy producers would do well to further derail the political and media onslaught against SM by taking a proac-tive approach to mitigat-ing tariffs on specialty cheese imports. It would be one less hammer op-ponents have in attacking supply management. The mozzarella decision is a good start, but the process needs to continue. As the saying goes … better to have part of the cake than no cake, at all.
Alberta electricity consumers continue to be punished by the Alberta government’s mismanagement, with the construction of new transmission lines costing more than double the cost of buried lines in other jurisdictions, accord-ing to my colleague, Wildrose utilities critic Joe Anglin, the MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre.
Recently, the Blackstone Power Cable from Quebec to New York, which consists of two fi ve-inch diameter cable lines that will be buried underground and underwater over 531 kilometres, was approved at a cost of $2.2 billion (roughly $4.1 million US per kilometre).
Transmission lines recently approved by the Alberta government cabinet without an independent needs assess-ment, such as the 66-kilometre Heartland Transmission Line that’s set to cost more than $600 million and will not be built underground (roughly $9.9 million Cdn per kilo-metre).
“These transmission lines will raise the cost of power bills for almost every Albertan in this province, yet this gov-ernment continues to have no price controls on these lines,” Anglin said. “This government continues to bill Alberta for its mismanagement, as the cost of our above-ground trans-mission lines are more than double the cost of buried lines in other jurisdictions. Simply, this just doesn’t add up.”
The Wildrose believes the transmission lines approved under the former Bill 50, which are set to cost over $16 billion, should be approved through an independent needs-based assessment process and diversifying Alberta’s elec-tricity market through cleaner and greener natural gas and hydro strategies.
“These transmission lines have been a boondoggle from the very beginning,” Anglin said. “Not once have Alberta consumers had a chance to receive a full public evaluation of their electricity needs, and now they are stuck on the hook for billions of dollars added to their power bills. The Alberta government isn’t building Alberta’s future; it’s bill-ing Albertans for its incompetence.”
As we enter into the summer months, at long last, we will naturally consume less electricity. Your bill, however,
will not go down accordingly.Take, for instance, a bill of $140 for one month’s elec-
tricity. Taking into account the current rate of transmission, distribution, rate riders, local access fees and fi nally admin-istration fees, they’re responsible for about 70 per cent of the total bill.
With the lion’s share of the bill being consumed by fees that will not change, you are left with $40 in usage to fi nd any saving. Remember that your usage will now be half the electricity you actually used in the colder winter months.
It all adds up to a saving of $20, which is less than 15 per cent for a 50 per cent reduction in usage.
These fees and charges are designed to pay for the in-frastructure to build lines we don’t need and you as a con-sumer have been required to pay for these projects without an independent-needs assessment.
Responsible infrastructure development can only be done with independent and transparent needs assessments. As the Offi cial Opposition Wildrose caucus, we’re commit-ted to pressuring this government to justify the majority of your power bill.
When travelling through the Drumheller-Stettler con-stituency, if you happen to catch a glimpse of the giant elec-trical towers, think back to what portion of your electrical bill goes to pay those towers that we do not need.
Rick Strankman is the MLA for Drumheller-Stettler.Email [email protected]: @RickStrankmanWebsite: RickStrankman.ca.
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We enjoyed beautiful weather last weekend. Who got their first sunburn?
Please remember that conditions are dry and both counties, Stettler and Starland, have issued full fire bans, so be careful and watchful around our community.
Lance (and Kendra) Kiemele is Rumsey’s volunteer fire chief, so contact him at 403-368-3820 if you see smoke! The Rumsey Fire Department is hosting its annual Mother’s
Day breakfast this Sunday from 9 to 11 a.m. Come in and enjoy a sausage, eggs and pancake delight with the moms in your world.
The Rumsey Garden Club had its meeting last week. For this year’s show, they plan to add a heritage section in memory of Mary and George Storch. That will include classical flowers, such as Sweet Peas, Colandulas, Bachelor Buttons, Cosmos and any others of a heritage variety.
There wil l a lso be
a vegetable section to exhibit such vegetables as squash varieties, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and any other that qualify. Each entry must have heritage validation, such as the seed package or plant label. There will also be a new niche category called “Shades of Emerald” and an “Arrangement of Lilies” entry.
Th i s yea r w i l l be the garden club’s 69th anniversary and the show is set for Aug. 28.
The S to rch fami ly celebrated their Christmas this past Sunday, with 15 attending. Mary Newton and Doris Cawiezel cooked a delicious Christmas dinner for everyone and they enjoyed card games and exchanged little gifts between the sisters and brothers and spouses. Even though they stay in touch all year long, it’s wonderful to be together in person once in a while.
Brittany Landin, Helen’s g r e a t - g r a n d d a u g h t e r , danced in Olds this past weekend with 30 other
dance schools in a central Alberta dance festival and won many awards and recognitions. She won platinum for her dance segments.
Helen said that her abili ty to portray and i n t e r p r e t t h e m u s i c was amazing. Her next competition will be held in Banff this weekend.
Several people from Rumsey travelled to Red Deer to celebrate Helen Yos t ’ s 90 th b i r thday party. She enjoyed herself so much to see so many people f rom Rumsey, Trochu and Drumheller and surrounding area.
Trochu’s S t . Mary Lodge held its volunteer tea last Thursday and many from Rumsey were able to attend. The Rumsey volunteers were given special recognition for their contributions to the lodge.
You’ll be able to see the plaque hanging in the post office for a short while before it’s moved to the Drop-In Centre.
Grade 9 students from Morrin, including Katie Primrose, Carson Hodge, Reagan Burrows, Quinton Kopjar and Erica Nelson, travelled to the Mustard Seed in Calgary to spend a day cooking and serving food to the less fortunate. What an eye-opener that must have been.
Coming up, all too quickly, are this year’s graduation ceremonies. From our community, we have Matthew Kiemele, Mitchel Herd, Matthew McNaugh ton , Tanne r Coutur ier and Robert Sinclair graduating from Morrin; Clayton Steen from Stettler; and Baylee Nelson, Bonnie Steen-Nelson’s daughter, from Trochu.
Garden club plants seeds to honour Storch family
The Botha committee extends thanks to everyone who came out to the multi-family garage sale last
weekend. The weather was lovely and there was a great turnout.
This coming Tuesday,
come out to the Botha Senior Centre for an exciting game of Bingo. The games begin at 7:15 every second Tuesday evening.
Bingo will continue throughout the summer at the same time and day, so make sure you mark your calendars for those dates.
Th i s F r iday , come out to the Botha Hall for another great evening of entertainment. The “Ralph and Friends Band” will provide entertainment. There’s a pooled lunch, so everyone is asked to bring buns/sandwiches or pastry to share with everyone.
There’s no age limit on who’s permitted to attend the dances. There will only be two more dances left until they take their summer break. Those remaining dates are Sunday, May 26, and Friday, June 14.
Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday, so make sure you bring your mom and come out for a fantastic breakfast at the Botha Hall. It runs from 9 a.m. to noon. They will serve scrambled e g g s , b a c o n , h a m , hash browns, sausages, casseroles, fruit, coffee, tea, juice and fruit. They plan to add two new dishes to the menu this year. It all sounds really yummy, so make sure you don’t miss out on the excitement.
This coming Monday, come out for one of the last quilting days before the summer break. They meet at 9 a.m. at the Botha Senior Centre, and everyone is more than welcome to join a great day of creativity.
Then that evening at the Botha Hall, starting at 6 p.m., join the Botha c o m m u n i t y m o n t h l y meet ing. Everyone is more than welcome to attend these meetings and also to join the group. The organizers always appreciate feedback on how you think Botha should be run, and they would love to see you attend.
For more information on those meetings, call Lorraine Hankins at 403-742- 1155.
With May here, a big and happy event happens this month. It’s graduation t ime for a l l who are graduating this year. People are getting ready for their big day, which takes place May 25 for Botha. Keep your eyes open for those special events.
Soccer reg i s t ra t ion is soon on tap. For more information, call Marsha Mailer at 403-742 2559 or Lorraine Hankins at 403-742-1155.
Church services continue until the end of June at9 a.m. each Sunday.
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THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT DISTRICT Page A7Wednesday, May 8, 2013
W e s e e m t o h a v e jumped from winter to summer, with tempera-tures reaching plus-25 Sunday and Monday.
It was a good weekend to hold a garage sale, and the e ight Gadsby and Botha families had a suc-cessful three days at the Botha community hall — with one exception.
Would the person who took the six Nintendo games please return them in an unmarked envelope to the Botha post office, in care of Lorraine Han-kins? No further inquiry would then be necessary, and no charges would be laid.
S a d i e a n d S o p h i e Diegel had a busy five days in Sherwood Park at the dance competi-tion. Both girls and their g roups were awarded three gold medals and one silver. Way to go!
C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s t o Ryan and Leila Botting on the birth of their baby boy, Dustin Stanley, eight pounds and three ounces,
April 30 at Provost. A brother for Bentley.
Proud grandparents are Mary Lou and Stan Botting of Provost and Laura and Biff Blue of the Hardisty area, as well a s g rea t -g randparen t s Bill and Joyce Hansel of Gadsby.
J a r e d N i c h o l s o f Drayton Valley, along w i t h s i s t e r D e n i s e Jacobson, drove Dale and Wilda Nichols to Calgary last Monday for consul-tation with a heart spe-cialist.
C o r i n a D e r r a n d Den i se Jacobson and the Big Knife 4-H Beef Club attended the mini-show day in Donalda last weekend, and then they
went on to Big Valley for a beef council meeting for all the leaders.
T h e N i c h o l s a n d Jacobson boys played in a soccer tournament at Camrose last weekend. Both teams took second place.
Austin Jacobson and the Red Deer Generals won their hockey game Sunday.
Shane Jacobson took Dale Nichols to the game, so there was a proud father and grandfather cheering him on.
Members of Heritage Place Society (church building) were busy last week at the casino in Red Deer.
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Heartland Belles were highly entertained when the Highland dancers from Red Deer came down to perform for them.
The annual highway ditch-cleaning has been done by various 4-H clubs in the area and throughout Alberta on Saturday.
It would be great if people could respect their work and keep our ditches free of garbage. I did note five bags had been left on Highway 12 east of Botha.
W h i l e s o m e a r e a s of the province might be wet, the County of Stettler has a full fire ban in effect. The fire trucks were called north of Gadsby on Sunday to the Adam Heier residence (the old Nelson Connon place), where their pump house and an acre of grass were on fire. Luckily, no one was hurt.
Thank goodness spring is finally here and with it the beginning of warm-weather activities.
On Friday, May 17, the Big Valley Library will host its first outdoor children’s activity of the season. Boys and girls five years and older are invited to come out to the library park from 2:30 to 4 p.m. to help us plant some pumpkins for Halloween. There will be hotdogs and drinks and a plant to take home.
Parents are asked to note that permission slips must be signed for the gardening activity. Children under five are welcome if accompanied by an adult. For more information, call the library at 403-876-2642.
On Thursday, May 23, Mrs. Sorensen’s Grade 3-4 class, assisted by the 1-2 class, will have a bottle drive to help raise money for year-end field-trip costs. If you would like to support the students, drop bottles off at the school or the bottle depot anytime during the week of the 23rd.
Students will also collect bottles door to door around Big Valley on Thursday morning. Bottles can be left on your front step, or you could wait for a smiling face to knock on you door.
The students thank you for your kind donations and generosity.
The golf season is about to begin and Big Valley women’s golf wants you on board. Young, seasoned, new, or experienced, we are all about having fun and enjoying a night out.
Come out for an organizational meeting tonight at 7 o’clock at the clubhouse. For more information, call Amanda at 403-876-2692 or Sandra at 403-876-2810.
The April meetings of the Royal Purple and Elks were combined with the dual installation of new leaders in both lodges. Outgoing as the honoured Royal Lady was Myra Greig, with Jennie Houle taking the reins for the ladies.
The Elks’ outgoing Exalted Ruler was John Palmer. Dustin Houston now assumes the position. Both the outgoing leaders were justifiably honoured by all present for their strong efforts on behalf of their lodges.
The Hanna Patrol Team, led by Archie Williamson, assisted in the installation. Bro. Lloyd Duncan and D.D. Lady Teresa Greig led the ceremony. Congratu-lations to the new chairpersons and thanks for step-ping up to the plate.
Disbursements were made to two youths following their dreams in sports; one playing hockey in Europe and the other heading out to represent Canada in the Pan American Games in Columbia.
A donation was also made to the Friends of the Kerbes Pond to defray power costs for the aeration system. Dates have been set for the Elks annual golf tournaments.
On Sunday, May 26, the Elmer Kerbes Memorial tournament takes place, while the Inter-lodge tourna-ment is scheduled for Saturday, July 6. These are always fun days and well worth attending.
The club draw was won by David Webster and the first 200 club draws for the new season saw Joy Kobi, Camrin Lang, Mark Anderson and Vern Thuro as the big winners.
Haro ld and Ve lma Chick celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a family gathering and dinner Saturday at the Halkirk hall. More than 100 friends and family came from Fox Creek, Okotoks, Medi-cine Hat, and other places in southern Alberta and southern Saskatchewan, as well as central Alberta.
The afternoon was spent visiting and reminiscing.
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Supporting the bride was her mom, Andrea, her grandmother, Lorna Kil-liam from Calgary, and Melva Mabbott from Red Deer, her sister and maid of honour, Tessa, Daniel’s mom, Ruth Kaiser from Breton, and two of her future sister-in-laws, Mandy and Stephanie. Crystal (Doan) Stewart acted as the master of ceremonies. The bride received a ton of good wishes.
Alison Dahmer left last Thursday for Kassels in central Germany, where she’s enrolled in a six-week, second-year German language course at the university. Ali is staying with a host family and has a 30-minute train ride to classes.
Happy b i r thday to Alison, who celebrated her 20th birthday Friday in Germany.
Anne Neilson returned last weekend from her annual spring holiday in the Vancouver area. The weather was warm, the leaves were on the trees and the flowers were in bloom. She visited with her daughter, Brenda, and son Mike.
Keith Stewart is able to
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Halkirk Senior Centre hosted a plus-55 crib tour-nament last Saturday, with 24 people attending.
There was a junior high dance at the Halkirk school last Friday, with about 70 kids from three schools attending.
Mark June 15 on your calendar. That day has been picked for a village-wide garage sale. There are already several families throughout the village plan-ning to take part. Hope-fully, more will decide to participate and make it worthwhile for buyers to come out and see what’s available.
The Halkirk Education Support Foundation has an Alberta Opera group coming to our school Friday to put on the play “Sleeping Beauty.” It will be at the school at 10 a.m. and they will be using students from the school to help with the acting. Everyone is invited to attend this fun time.
The Halkirk Elks will once again salute local mothers by cooking pan-cakes with all the trim-mings at their annual break-fast Sunday in the hall, commencing at 9 a.m.
The Chick family Relay for Life team will have a bake table at the break-fast. Stop by and support them as they raise money in support of the fight against cancer.
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It’s a busy week in Don-alda, beginning today with an emergency prepared-ness information seminar at the fire hall from 3 to 7 p.m.
It’s a drop-in seminar.From Thursday through
Saturday, the Donalda School stages its annual dessert theatre. It’s always a sellout. For tickets, call 403-883-2280.
On Saturday, Commu-nity Promotions will host the drive-in in the coulees, featuring “parental guid-ance.” Come and enjoy a bit of nostalgia. Conces-sion opens at 7:30 p.m., with the movie at dusk.
Also on Saturday, the Donalda Ag Society pres-ents a “cowboy challenge clinic.” For more informa-
tion, call Brian at 403-883-2799.
On Sunday, the Don-alda Coulee Friendship will host a Mother’s Day strawberry pancake break-fast and music jam. It also features a live auction of birdhouses and feeders. It all starts at 10 a.m., with an auction at noon.
Over the Hill Trail Rid-ers will host a one-day Poker Rally on Sunday, leaving from the “Skybo School” registration from 10 a.m. till noon. Bring your own lunch. For more information, call John at 403-574-2197.
On Wednesday, May 15, come and enjoy an eve-ning of Bingo at the Drop-In Centre. It begins at 7:30 p.m.
Thanks goes out to all who came out last Satur-day to help clean up the
village gardens. A wonder-ful lunch was served by the Donalda Coulee Friendship Club.
B i r t h d a y g r e e t i n g s go out to Chris Norman, Hunter Hartum, Arne Nor-man, Cheryl Thomson, Ella Bailey, Maison Ruby, Tara Helfer, Curtis Fuller, Shae Burlock, Travis Mueller, Lyrah Thomson, Candice Erickson, Joseph Weibel, Rebecca Broemeling, Bar-rett Norman, Charlene Dahl, Cori Fuller, Kailey Baker, Katelyn Dietrich, Kyle Meston, Shirley Er-ickson, Tara Salmon and anyone else celebrating a birthday this week.
The weather seems to be shaping up for Mother’s Day, as we’ve gone from winter straight to summer. The farmers are frantically getting the fields ready for planting.
Mother’s Day Pancake breakfast begins at 9 a.m. and goes until noon at the IOOF Hall on Sunday. It’s a great way to begin Mother’s Day, by treating Mom to breakfast.
At Erskine School, language arts PATs begin next week and continue in June.
Las t Thursday night , Erskine’s “community consultat ion meeting” was he ld a s r e s iden t s me t w i th Clearview School Division trustees and administration.
The community was told how the p rov inc ia l government funds the Clearview budget , what funds the government cut this year, and how money is allocated.
Questions ranged from transportation to flex Fridays.
Erskine School participated in the Stettler community garage sale to raise money for the student union. Students raised more than $300. Thanks goes out to all who donated household items for the sale.
Erskine United Church held i ts annual spring supper, with great food and entertainment in the mix.
There’s disappointing news for anglers who enjoy fishing at Boehlke Pond near Endiang. Dead t rout have washed up along the shoreline of the pond.
Perhaps the win te r was just too long for the oxygen supply. People reported successful ice fishing during the winter, and it was said oxygen levels were normal at that time.
The water level of the pond is high, so hopefully it will be restocked.
A p a i r o f w i n t e r a c t i v i t i e s i n t h e community has finished for the season.
The Endmoor Floor Curling Club had a wind-up pot-luck dinner at the Endiang Hall on Monday, wi th about 30 people a t t e n d i n g . M e m b e r s invited former members w h o h a v e m o v e d away to neighbour ing c o m m u n i t i e s . A n afternoon of floor curling wrapped up the season, which wi l l resume in October.
C r i b s e a s o n h a s c o n c l u d e d a t t h e Endmoor Drop-In Centre in Byemoor. About 20 people attended the pot-l u c k s u p p e r T u e s d a y evening. Trophy winners for the season were: first — Lawrence Wi lk i e ; second — Thelma Keast; third — Mickey Tucker. The new season begins in October.
A br ida l shower i s p l a n n e d f o r D e l a i n e Green , b r ide -e lec t o f Jonathan Bennett, at the Byemoor hall June 1 at 1 p .m. Women in the community are asked to bring lunch.
K e n a n d E l e a n o r Schul tz helped a t the spring rummage sale in Hanna from Thursday to Saturday. The event raises a considerable amount of money for equipment for the hospital and long-
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and Jody Gromley and their two children to the community. They moved from Innisfail to work for the Jones family and live on the Adam Jones yard. Their son, Branden, goes to school in Byemoor and their older child attends high school in Stettler. We hope the Gromleys enjoy our community.
J o d i J o h n s o n a n d he r daugh te r , Ash ley Keith, celebrated their birthdays Sunday with a social at the Endiang Hall. Happy Big 4-O to Jodi and Happy Sweet 16 to Ashley. Hope you enjoyed your day.
B y e m o o r S c h o o l s tudents entered thei r projects in the Heritage Fai r a t the Red Deer Museum last Saturday. Participating were Sydney Jack, Hunter Maginn, A v e r y S m y t h a n d Rachel and Ryan Yates. Congratulations on a job well done.
Byemoor students also participated in the CARA badminton playoffs in Stettler. Although they didn’t win, they gained valuable experience.
W e w i s h a h a p p y Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. Hope you have a fantastic and relaxing day.
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All the finest gifts in the world could never replace your presence. You could invite her to have brunch at her favourite restaurant or spend some time with her preparing some home cooked meals to freeze. You could take her for a walk in the park where you used to go together when you were young, which is sure to evoke many happy memories for both of you. Leaf through old photo albums together or ask her to tell you about the hap-piest times of her life. Laughter and even a few tears will likely accom-pany the stories.
Your mother may need help with work around her home. Take advan-tage of her special day to do some helpful chores. You could clean the out-sides of windows or help her do a bit of spring cleaning.
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On Wednesday and Thursday of last week, Kate and Jack Verhoeven were kind enough to bring animals from their farm to show Stettler Elementary School students.
The play-school, pre-kindergarten and kindergar-ten classes were able to tour their trailer with Tara the pony, a Nubian goat, baby lambs that are six weeks old, and various chickens.
Two chickens even laid eggs while they were parked in the SES entryway.
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and we wish to thank Kate, who stayed all day, and Jack Verhoeven for bring-ing a little bit of farm life to Stettler Elementary.
Kindergarten teachers would like to remind their moms about the Mother’s Day tea on Friday. Times are as follows: KSN and KDB — 9 a.m.; KGB and KKT — 11:15 a.m.
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Play-school student Navaeh Anderson visits chickens last week during Stettler Elementary School’s farm-life show.
“Mommy” is just a small, two-syllable word, and yet it is so important to every one of us. Often the fi rst word spoken by babies, “Mommy” repre-sents the magical heart of the ever-expanding universe of young children. The rela-
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Make this Mother’s Day a time of gratitude. Thank your mom for guiding you and helping you become the adult you are today.
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I t was S te t t le r ’s ne ighbour ing communities of Big Valley and Erskine turn to meet with school trustees and administration as Clearview continued its touring “community consultation meetings” last week.
Crowds weren’t big, likely because little change is expected in staffing at either school as Clearview School Division tries to balance its budget largely through staff reductions.
About 40 community members attended the Big Valley meeting Tuesday, while attendance was somewhat lighter Thursday in Erskine, at about 25.
Alberta Education’s Doug Coffin, Zone 4 director of field services, attended the Erskine meeting. It was the first in the Clearview tour to have representation from the province.
Coffin was at the meeting as an observer and didn’t address the crowd.
He said he was listening to the
discussion and looking to “take something back” to Alberta Education.
Superintendent John Bailey explained the division’s financial history and the reason it came to have almost a $1-million deficit.
He said reserves were intentionally spent down to keep as many teachers in front of students for as long as possible.
It was deemed high reserves would send a message to the province that the school board was in a position to receive less than full funding.
With reserves expected to fall to $1.6 million by the end of the current school year, Bailey said it couldn’t drop any further as the division needs to maintain at least five per cent of his annual $32-million budget in reserve for emergencies and to cover one month of expenditures.
Bailey pointed out the division has 265 fewer student this year than in 2003-04, but only six fewer teachers.
Because staffing accounts for about 75 per cent of the total budget, few options other than staff reductions are available to balance the budget, he said.
Big Valley principal Corry Raugust said there would be no change in staffing. Big Valley plans to retain its 5.5 full-time-equivalent teachers.
Enrolment was projected to be 75 students for 2013-14 — a slight drop.
Administration and trustees fielded a number of questions and heard comments from those attending.
Parents made it clear they didn’t want a reconfiguration that would see their grades 7 to 9 students sent to Stettler.
Questions included several related to transportation and flex-Fridays, and how much money could be saved.
It was suggested provincial education officials should be in attendance at community meetings to understand the need to come up with a revamped funding formula to address declining enrolments in rural Alberta.
At the Erskine meeting, principal Deb Spiller said Erskine School was “in good financial shape,” and as expected, would be able to retain its 8.5 teachers.
“That’s good news,” she said.The school projects an increase in
enrolment next year of five students, bringing the total to 120 students.
Spiller said Erskine School reserves were spent on programming and equipment to get the reserve closer to board recommendation.
Clearview chairman Ken Checkel explained funding allocation to the schools as a board decision with input from principals.
The board redistributes the base amount of $6,561.68 per student from the province and the various grants — small schools by necessity and class-size initiative — to the schools in a made-in-Clearview formula.
In the question-and-answer session, parents wanted to see greater efficiencies in the $3-million transportation budget and expressed an interest in flex-Fridays.
There’s one meeting left in the “community consultation” process — a second meeting in Stettler, to accommodate Stettler’s larger population, this coming Monday, May 13.
Coffin said the intention is to have two zone representatives from Alberta education at the Stettler meeting.
JOHN MACNEILIndependent editor
Sporting a throwback jersey last week, Logan Hermus refl ected on his na-tional midget AAA hockey championship and what it would mean to his late father, Ken.
“He was always support-ive of me,” the 17-year-old defenceman from Big Val-ley said as the Red Deer Optimist Chiefs gathered last Thursday at Red Deer Arena to celebrate the franchise’s second straightTelus Cup title.
“I’m so blessed to have him looking over me, and doing this for him, I know he’d be proud.
“In minor hockey, he was always there to support me, driving me to the rink. He wasn’t much of a hockey player, but I know he loved watching me play. It’s good to have this experience.”
Hermus and the Chiefs blanked the Ottawa Junior 67’s 5-0 in the gold-medal game April 28 at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., the site of the weeklong national tourna-ment. The previous day, Red Deer beat the Saskatoon Contacts 5-1 in a semifi nal date that carried special sig-nifi cance for Hermus.
“My dad passed away six years ago to the day of the semifi nal,” he said. “It was tough, but he was a tre-mendous motivator for me while I was down there (in Ontario).
“I just want to say that I’m blessed to do it for him, in his honour, to win theTelus Cup.”
Hermus was just 11 when his father died, but he has memories of him to last a lifetime.
“I just remember times like playing catch out in the yard, and just little things like that that I won’t ever forget,” he said. “I’m doing this for him and I’m really proud.
“I was thinking about him a lot (during the Telus Cup) and I couldn’t get him off my mind. I was really happy that we won that.”
His mother, Carol, and his grandparents made the trip to Sault Ste. Marie, sporting Red Deer colours in support of Hermus and the Chiefs.
“It was probably one of the most amazing hockey experiences I’ve had in my life,” Hermus said after the Chiefs posed for Telus Cup photos in their home arena.
“The host committee was excellent — they treated us like professionals — and I will probably never forget that experience.
“We kind of had some hiccups in the round-robin, but we fi gured it out and we got to the semifi nals and we managed to play our
best hockey in the last two games and we just steam-rolled the last two teams. We didn’t let up.”
There was no let up, too, in the support from back home. Even before the gold-medal game was tele-vised nationally, Red Deer fans were in tune with the Chiefs’ progress in the Soo.
“My mom told me I had tremendous support from her friends and family back home, and I had lots of texts from people in Stettler,” said Hermus, a prospect of the Western Hockey League’s Moose Jaw Warriors.
“I really appreciate the support — people watching the (fi nal) game and texting me and congratulating me. It means a lot, and I’m re-ally proud to call Stettler and Big Valley my home. I couldn’t have done it with-out the people back in Big Valley and the Big Valley Arena and Stettler Minor Hockey (Association). I re-ally appreciate what people have done for me.”
It’s the second straight season a Big Valley boy has played with the national-champion Chiefs. Ty Map-pin, now of the WHL’s Ev-erett Silvertips, skated with Red Deer last season when the club was more com-monly known as the Opti-mist Rebels.
“At the beginning of the season, some of the older guys said that if we worked hard and we listened to what our coach had to say, and come to practice every time with 100 per cent ef-fort, we could get another one of those (national) ban-ners,” Hermus said. “At the time, I didn’t believe that was possible, but with all the hard work we put in, it really paid off. We deserved it.”
Hermus didn’t log major minutes during the Telus Cup, but he tried to make the most of his opportuni-ties on defence.
“When I got my min-utes, I made use of them and made sure I helped the team and gave guys a bit of a rest,” he said. “It was a good experience and it was great to be along for the ride and help the guys out, and be a part of it.
“It’s been a tremendous experience this season. I’ve learned so many new things and just become a better player. I’m going to take that forward with me when I go and try out for my (ju-nior) camps. I think that’s going to be greatly benefi -cial to me.”
Hermus, who’s eligible to return to midget next season, is bound for Moose Jaw’s spring camp on the fi nal weekend of May. He plans to return to Moose Jaw for the main camp in August. He might also try out with a junior A team.
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Big Valley native Logan Hermus, a 17-year-old defenceman, won the Telus Cup national midget AAA hockey championship with the Red Deer Optimist Chiefs. Red Deer shut out the Ottawa Junior 67’s 5-0 in the April 28 fi nal at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. It marks the second straight year that Red Deer has won the Canadian crown.
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Last Thursday night at Red Deer Arena, the score-clock replicated the Red Deer Optimist Chiefs’ 5-0 win over the Ottawa Junior 67’s in the Telus Cup national midget hockey fi nal April 28 at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
LOGAN’S HERO: Hermus dedicates his Telus Cup national championship to father
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SPORTS Wednesday, May 8, 2013Page B2
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The Stettler under-16 boys earned the silver medal Sunday in the Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament. In the back row (from left) are David Wiebe, TannerSteinwand, Owen Moir, Tom Gustavson, Tim Ascah, John Langford, Daniel Bennett, Trey Nichols and coach Mitch Finkbiner. In the front row (from left) are Adam Pitzel, Nathan Hataley, Trey Stranquist, Reece Nichols, Scott Verhoeven, Eric Pitzel, Will Roberts and Rylee Jacobson (in the foreground).
Stettler’s under-16 boys broke the ice last weekend with a silver-medal performance in the season-opening Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament.
Stettler lost 6-1 to Lacombe in Sunday’s gold-medal game, after posting two shutout victories Satur-day — 1-0 over Rocky Mountain House and 4-0 overSylvan Lake.
“Overall, it was a great way to start the season for this young under-16 team,” said Stettler coach Mitch Fink-biner, who has four second-year players and 13 rookies.
Scott Verhoeven scored the lone goal for Stettler, which trailed 3-0 at halftime. Rylee Jacobson was the Stettler keeper.
In Saturday’s opener, Jacobson provided solid goal-tending as Stettler blanked Rocky on an early goal from Verhoeven.
Eric Pitzel tallied a pair of goals in Stettler’s win over Sylvan Lake.
Verhoeven — on a nice pass from Tanner Steinwand — and John Langford netted the other goals.
Langford and Jacobson shared that shutout, as Jacob-son blocked a penalty shot in the second half.
“The second game was fast-paced,” Finkbiner said. “We were able to shut down the Sylvan Lake midfi eld and use the open space to our advantage.”
Verhoeven’s goal early in the fi rst half got Stettler off on the right foot.
In league play this week, Stettler was scheduled to host Wetaskiwin on Tuesday night before meeting Rocky Mountain House on Thursday night at Lacombe.
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JOHN MACNEILIndependent editor
Taylor Chase capped a memorable high school badminton season with a worthy performance at the provincials last weekend in Calgary.
The Grade 11 student from William E. Hay Composite High School was in his element Friday and Saturday, and though he didn’t come home with a medal, Chase wasn’t an easy opponent in interme-diate boys’ singles play.
“I think it went well,” said Chase, the lone Stettler representative in the provincial tournament at Bishop O’Byrne High School.
“It’s pretty much the same sort of guys that you see in the club tour-naments, and I think I showed pretty well.”
After losing his quali-fying match Friday against Mukt Patel (21-14, 21-13), Chase dropped to the B section, in which he
placed third in round-rob-in play with a 1-2 record.
Chase defeated Can-more’s Graeme Shea 21-14, 24-22, but lost a couple of tight matches Friday night and Sat-urday morning to Nico Labbe (22-20, 22-20) and Shublam Patel (21-18,21-17), respectively.
“Taylor’s final two op-ponents went on to win the gold and silver med-als in the intermediate
Category 2 boys’ singles, which is a testimony to the strength of Taylor’s pool,” said Stettler coach Chris Langford.
“Ben Schmidt of To-field, who Taylor had convincingly defeated in zones, won the bronze medal.
“I think Taylor has a fairly good idea of the ar-eas he needs to work at to improve his performance. Attending a summer camp would help his game im-mensely.”
Chase, 16, said he al-ready has plans to attend an August development camp along with club-
mate John Langford, son of Chris.
“This was really the first season I started put-ting more time into bad-minton, and it paid off,” Chase said.
Soon after he was elim-inated from playoff con-tention Saturday, Chase headed to Camrose, where he joined his Stettler under-18 soccer team-mates for a season-open-ing tournament.
The school badmin-ton season wraps up this weekend for students in Grade 9 and under, as Red Deer hosts the CWAJHAA championships.
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Chase makes mark at provincials
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KICKS — Braden Deagle and the Stettler under-18 boys go up against Rocky Mountain House during the season-opening Camrose soccer tournament last Saturday. Stettler won that game 4-0, after posting a 3-0 win over Sylvan Lake. In Sunday’s fi nal, a short-staffed Stettler squad lost 4-0to Lacombe.
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The Stettler under-16 girls won the silver medal at the Camrose Sunbreaker soccer tournament on the weekend.
“This was the opening tournament of the season and the Stettler girls opened it up with a very strong showing,” said coach Brad Newton.
“They dominated the first two games with a 6-0 score in both games.”
In the final, Stettler lost to Rocky Mountain House in the dying minutes.
“The third game was very even, as the Stettler girls overcame a flu bug and in-juries,” Newton said. “They played with heart and did very well.
“It was an even game till the last few minutes, when Rocky Mountain House
got a shot in and scored.“The girls never gave up, but ran out
of time and proudly took the silver. The coaching staff is very impressed with the team and we’re looking forward to a strong season.”
Last season. Newton coached the Stettler under-18 boys to a provincial championship.
At the Camrose tournament this past weekend, both under-16 teams and the under-18 boys were among the Stettler clubs who won silver medals — and re-ported results to the Independent.
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MRS. JUNE MARY SANDBERG1926 - 2013
Mrs. June Sandberg passed away following a struggle with liver cancer in Drumheller, Alberta surrounded by her children on May 2, 2013 at the age of 86 years. June is survived by her loving children Bruce (Val) Sandberg, Ingrid (Keith) Saffran, Blaine Sandberg (Kim Welton), Penny Brockhurst, Chris Sandberg, Karen (Bob) Fisher, Connie Sandberg, Nancy (Gary) Huffman, Dean Sandberg (Christina Faulkner) and Dan Sandberg. 30 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, brother Bob Pearson, sisters Elsie Griesheimer, Leslie McMunn and Rita Ness, as well as many other relatives and dear friends. June Mary Pearson was born on June 4, 1926 at Bashaw, Alberta. June grew up on a farm South of Bashaw the second daughter born to Reginald and Hazel Pearson. She had many fun filled days with her 5 sisters and 2 brothers. School was a long walk into town and was
sometimes difficult for her. Her first jobs were grading eggs and then as an operator at the telephone office in Bashaw. As an young woman, June met Alf Sandberg and on June 14, 1949, June and Alf were married. Together they raised their large family of 10 children in Bashaw and in later years Calgary, Alberta. The family loved to picnic, swim and have family outings. June’s family was her pride and joy and she never tired of them, spending as much time together as possible. June served faithfully in the Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Bashaw and later in her church calling, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Her kindness and unfailing service to her family was unprecedented and will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her. A funeral service for the late Mrs. June Sandberg was held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 5901 40th Avenue, Stettler, Alberta on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of June, memorial contributions may be made to the Humanitarian Fund of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services who have been entrusted with the care and arrangements, 403.742.3315.
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SMITH (nee Coons)Hazel Marie Smith was born July 7, 1924 in Hanna, Alberta. She was raised in the Craigmyle area until she was about six; where she loved to be outdoors with the horses and dog. Hazel along with Grandma and Grandpa Ludlow, uncle Austin and her sister June moved to Bluffton, Alberta where she took her schooling at Bluff Center. When she was fifteen she went to work at the lumber mill camp as a cook. Her day was a very long day as she cooked three meals a day for approximately fifty men. Her day began at five AM and ended when clean up was done after supper.When she was eighteen she moved to Vancouver and worked in a rooming house, cooking and cleaning. She enjoyed it there and loved the beautiful scenery but being a small town girl she eventually moved back to live in the Stettler area where she met and married the love of her life Dewey Smith. To this union four children were
born: Albert, Marge, Cheryl and Susan. Hazel was an excellent homemaker and there was nothing she enjoyed more than her family.Hazel enjoyed crocheting, gardening and sewing. She made each of her children, grandchildren and even most of the great grandchildren stuffed carousel horses. She was very involved in the Erskine United Church and the UCW. She loved to floor curl and in 19?? she was part of the team that included her husband Dewey, Don Volker and Bruce Johnston that won the gold medal in the Seniors Games in Grand Prairie. In recent times she enjoyed playing cards every night with her friends in Heart Haven.Hazel passed away peacefully on April 29, 2013 at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton surrounded by her family. Hazel was predeceased by her husband Dewy, her sisters Rose, Nonie, Maysie, Gail and June, her brothers Jim and Gordon. She leaves to mourn, her loving family: Albert (Lynn) Smith of Bentley, Marjorie (Hans) Bauman of Erskine, Cheryl Smith of Stettler and Susan Daigle of Stettler; ten grandchildren: Trevor Smith, Troy (Lori) Smith, Tyler (Irene) Smith, Tim (Jacey) Smith, Darren (Rebecca) Bauman, Kevin (Dana) Bauman, Georgia (Greg) Copeland, Adam (Kim) Hymers, Tamara (Johnny) Castuciano and Chantelle Daigle; seventeen great grandchildren; one great great grandson; sisters Jeanine (Ed) Shaw and Dorothy (Carey) Marchand; brother Norman Coons; sisters in law Nellie Wells and Marge Shannon; brother in law Archie Smith (Gertie Savage); numerous nieces, nephews, other family and many dear friends. A celebration of Hazel’s life was held on Saturday, May 4, 2013 in the Heartland Chapel of Stettler Funeral Home with Reverend Ross Helgeton officiating. Hazel was laid to rest at the Erskine Cemetery, Erskine, Alberta with her husband Dewey. Memorial donations may be made in memory to Erskine United Church or a charity of your choice c/o Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium, Box 1780, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0, 403-742-3422, who were entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. To send or view condolences to the family, please visit www.stettlerfuneralhome.com
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SPOTTED Valley Ranch (Bashaw) requires 2 Farm workers to: Plant, harvest
& tend to crops; Oper-ate/maintain equipment; Feed & tend to animals; Cleaning; Detect crop/
livestock health problems; Examine produce quality
& prepare for market. Requirements: Experience an asset, driver’s licence,
Basic farm knowledge. $12.27/hr. (40hrs/wk).
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AN ALBERTA OILFIELD construction company is hiring dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators. Lodging and
meals provided.Drug testing required.
Call Contour Construction 780-723-5051
CENTRAL PEACENATURAL GAS CO-OP LTD.
requires full-time Gas Utility Operator.
Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid
driver’s licence required. Forward resume:
[email protected]. Fax 780-864-2044.
Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.
LOCAL SERVICE CO. REQ’S EXP. VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR
Must have Class 3 licence w/air & all oilfield tickets.
Fax resume w/driversabstract to 403-886-4475
NEWCARTCONTRACTING LTD.
is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season.
Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders;
Boilermakers; Riggers.Also: Quality Control;
Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers.
Email: [email protected].
Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety
and trade tickets.
NOW LOCATED IN DRAYTON VALLEY.
BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater
Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages,excellent benefits.
Please forward resume to: Email: [email protected].
Phone 780-621-3953.Fax 780-621-3959
MECHANICAL Design Engineer
Nexus Engineering requires a full time permanent
MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER.
This position will involve the design and product
development of Coil Tubing Pressure Control
Equipment.
Duties will include:* Design of equipment using 3D CAD* Shop Testing of Prototypes* Support to manufacturing for existing products
Job qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering* Eligibility for registration with APEGA* Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in working with equipment* Solidworks experience an asset* Creativity and attention to detail required.* 3 - 5 yrs. exp. preferred.
Company paid benefit plan and RRSP.
Please send resumes to: resume@
nexusengineering.ca
LIGHTHOUSEMARINE
in Sylvan Lake is looking toexpand our sales team for
our busy 2013 season.Applicants must be ableto handle a high volume
of sales and workindependently.
Please email resumewith references to
16 WEEKS TO WELDER 1st Year Apprentice!
GPRC Grande Prairie and Fairview Campuses.
12 weeks theory,4 weeks practicum.
On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
CAPEManufacturing Ltd.
is looking for:
“B” PRESSUREWELDERS
Profit Sharing Plan& Group Benefits
CLARK BUILDERSREQUIRES OUT OF
TOWN SURVEYORS.Must have commercial
construction experience. Contact us at:
1-877-416-6815.Email: careers
@clarkbuilders.com.Fax 1-888-403-3051
CLARK BUILDERSIMMEDIATELY REQUIRES
SUPERINTENDENTSfor the Regina
& Saskatoon areas.5 - 10 years Commercial Construction Experience.
Contact us at: 1-877-416-6815.Email: careers
@clarkbuilders.com.Fax 1-888-403-3051
EXCLUSIVE FINNING/Caterpillar Mechanic
training. GPRC Fairview Campus. High schooldiploma, mechanical
aptitude required. $1000. entrance scholarship.
Paid practicum with Finning. Write apprenticeship
exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
EXP’D CARPENTER or Labourer Needed. Must have own transportation.Phone 403-742-7765 or
email resumejp-contracting@
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FAST TRACK to Parts and Materials Technician.
34 week program at GPRC Fairview Campus.
Fall, 2014. Write 1st and 2nd year apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882;
www.gprc.ab.ca
LABOURERS AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT
OPERATORS(hoe, dozer, grader)
needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces. Apply to:
[email protected] fax to 780-888-2100.
More info atwww.gcsenergy.ca
LEVEL 2 WATERand Waste Water Operator
required for Elinor Lake Resort.
Call 780-623-3993.
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Maverick Oilfield Services Ltd. is seeking a Journeyman or registered apprentice Heavy Boom truck operator for its operations for lifting, moving oilfield equipment, materials, over dimensional loads, etc. within Company service and cost objectives.
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Maverick Oil eld Services is the leading provider of Oil & GasConstruction and Transportation Services. Delivering safe, e cient, innovative quality solutions with our highly skilled team.
Our location at Stettler is now hiring a
Restaurant Manager.All levels of experience are welcome. This job will require work in inventory management, scheduling sales projection, human resource management and fi nancial management.
As an A&W employee you receive:• An opportunity to advance and grow within
CMJ Foods Ltd.• Food discounts• Competitive pay (annual salary 42,000/year paid
weekly, opportunity for quarterly bonuses)• A great working climate• Health Benefi ts (eligible after six months)
Apply now at aw.ca.
We look forward to hearing from you!
The Team at A&W
A&W is a Canadian success story with over 700 franchised
restaurants across Canada. Canalta Food Services Ltd.
is a major A&W franchisee, owning and operating 30 restaurants across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
The table is set for
High TeaHonouring VICTORIA CHAPTER #14
ORDER of the EASTERN STAR100th Anniversary 1913-2013
Saturday, May 112 - 4 p.m.
Stettler United Church Tickets are $6 please call:
Clarice - 403-341-4351 Lillian - 403-742-4037Gwen - 403-742-4080 Bonnie - 403-742-1851
Tickets available at the door.
Red Willow Community HallSunday, May 12
9–11 a.m.Pancakes, eggs, sausages, coffee,
tea, juice, fresh fruit & yogurt$7 per person$20 per family
(Age 5 and under free)
Free Flower for the fi rst 50 Mothers
MOTHER’S DAY
HEARTLAND VICTIM SERVICES
Annual General MeetingWednesday, May 15, 2013
4:30 PM.Stettler Hospital Conference Room
Supper provided
Come to the AGM,fi nd out what we do,
and how you can helpsustain the operation of
Victim Services.
Board members are neededto help with program govenance.
Front line advocates are neededto provide direct services to victims.
Application packages can be picked up at Stettler detachment
and will also beavailable at the AGM.
PHONE 403-741-7841 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
Bridal RegistryDerek Krywcun & Claire Swanson July 27
Gift Certifi cates available at
WELLS FURNITURE.ca403-742-3223 1-888-711-3223
wish kitchen & gift
Bridal RegistryChristine Saltvold & Jeremy Verhoeven May 11Emily Faltin & Cullen Halvorson May 18Marci Ackerman & Cole Spady dance May 25Amanda Dick & David Elder June 15Megan Hurlburt & Tanner Walgenbach June 22Melissa Derksen & Jamie Hamilton June 22Kristina Peters & Justin Jones July 5Larissa Webster & Cameron Jackson July 6Carla Potter & Pernell Van Straten July 13Monica Bauman & Sheldon Donald July 20Erin McDougall & Michael Brown July 27Chelsea Brausen & Bo Cassidy July 27Alexis Cortes & Mike Lawlor Aug 3Whitney Van Landuyt & Carson Sutton Aug 10Mary Beth Costigan & Brent Wilson Aug 24Amanda Manz & Michael Buck Aug 24View registries online www.wishkitchen.comMain Street, Stettler 403.742.8484
Part-Time Caregiverneeded for quadriplegic male
in his home- Personal Care (laundry, bathing, etc.)- Driving to and assisting at
appointments- Light household duties and some
cooking- Some heavy lifting
We off er excellent wages and fl exible hours.Must have valid driver’s license.No experience necessary will train.
Send resume to: Box Qc/o The Stettler IndependentBox 310, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
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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
Email: [email protected]: 403-258-3197
Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Service Rig
EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY
We are looking to fi ll a position at our Stettler location.Retail experience would be an asset.Must have a motivated personality & ability to multi-task.A desire to provide exceptional customer service as well as exceptional interpersonal skills are a must.
WE OFFER:• Steady employment• Good compensation• Flexible hours• No evening or Sunday work
Please email resumes to [email protected] or fax to 403-742-8200. Attn: Troy Auton or drop off at the store at 6810 - 50 Avenue, Stettler. While we welcome all applicants, preference will be be given to those with retail sales & cashier experience.
RETAIL SALES - STETTLER
Bounty Onsite Inc. Stettler is currently seeking a highly motivated, energetic individual for an Outside Sales Position.
Duties and Responsibilities:• Maintain relationships and further expand
existing accounts• Support stock levels at customer’s locations• Prospect new accounts and develop into
established customers• Assess customer sales volume, product interests• Manage customer requests and quotes• Demonstrate an understanding of company
products and services
Job Requirements:• 2+ years in a fi eld sales position• No fear or prospecting/drop-in in person sales
calls• A good reference for your skill abilities• Clear communication skills and professional• Willingness and desire to learn• Good time management skills• Self starter and minimal supervision• Previous sales in industrial, safety, automotive
supplies an asset• Valid driver’s license
We offer:• Competitive wages based on qualifi ations• Benefi t package offered after three months
employment
Send Resume in confi dence [email protected]
TORNADO Combustion Technologies Inc.A strong and growing design/manufacturing companyproviding combustion-related products, including arrestors, fl are stacks, thermal oxidizers and custom- designed equipment.
JOURNEYMAN WELDERS“B” PRESSURE WELDERS& LABORERS REQUIRED
FOR RURAL LOCATION NE OF STETTLER, ALBERTA
Tornado Combustion Technologies Inc. offers full-time employment in a stable position supporting the fabrication of technical products sold worldwide. We invite you to join our team of highly skilled tradesmen, who work in a goal-oriented, team atmosphere. Salary, profi t-sharing incentive and benefi ts package.
SUBMIT YOUR RESUME FOR REVIEW TO
Allied Vessel Fabrication is a young aggressive company looking for like-mindedindividuals to join our team. If you enjoy a fast paced, positive work environment, pride yourself on having an eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and consider your-self reliable please send your resume - Allied manufactures oil & gas production equipment from our facility in Stettler, AB.
We are now accepting resumes for:
Welder; structural skids. Experienced, Journeyman or Apprentice.
Allied Fabrication offers competitive wages, a health & wellness program, access to overtime hours, and the opportunity to advance your career.
Please send resumes to:Fax: 1-888-526-0274 or Email: [email protected]
Family Literacy Coordinator - .5 position
Stettler Adult Learning Council is seeking a Coordinator for the Family Literacy Program. This position involves all aspects of program coordination as well as promotion, evaluation and supervision of facilitators. Candidates should have: • Knowledge of early childhood development with a relevant post-
secondary degree or diploma or equivalent experience• Good organizational and administrative skills• Solid communication, team building and interpersonal skills• Ability to work independently• Good computer skills, profi cient with MS Office• Class 5 Driver’s License, reliable vehicle
Note: This position runs from September to June annually. The successful applicant must submit clean Criminal Record Check and vulnerable persons search.
Please send resumes to:Stettler Adult Learning, Box 1311, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 by Friday, May 24.
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Cando, an employee-owned company supplying specialized rail services across Canada, is currently seeking Switching Conductors/Operators for its railcar switching services in the Edmonton area. Duties include:
performing yard switching in a safe and efficient mannerbuilding trains according to instructions and requirementsswitching and inspection of railcarsminor repair and regular maintenance to company locomotives
Other requirements are good team work skills, customer service skills, being physically fit for the job, good reading skills, technology and computer skills that relate to the job and ability to work a rotating shift schedule. Casual, shift work with 0-44 hours/week. Opportunities to work full time.
Are you interested in working in the RAIL industry?
SUBMIT RESUME
Fax: 780-418-2365Email: [email protected]
candoltd.com
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Caregivers/Aides 710
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MILLWRIGHT/MACHINIST in just 16 weeks. GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Gain entry level skills in one or both trades. Write
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millwright and machinist equipment.
Call 780-539-2911gprc.ab.ca
MILLWRIGHT ANDMACHINIST Combination.
16 week course givesentry level skills.
Write 1st year millwright and/or machinist
apprenticeship exam. GPRC Grande Prairie
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WORKERS FOR gravel crushing operation in east central Alberta. Skilled or will train. Experienced foreman also needed.
Email: [email protected]. Fax 780-842-5556.
Phone 780-842-5227. LINE LOCATINGASSISTANTREQUIRED
Varied duties, be willing to train, but must have farm
background. Send resumes to kevin@
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403-747-3017
PYRAMIDCORPORATIONIS NOW HIRING!
Instrument Technicians and Electricians for
various sites across Alberta.Send resume to:
[email protected] fax 780-955-HIRE.
Trades 850
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Trades 850 Truckers/Drivers 860Trades 850
Truckers/Drivers 860
Trades 850
To Work in Bashaw AB Shop, this position is responsible for the Mechanical Maintenance, repairs, servicing, inspections and rigging up
of A&Bs on highway trailer and truck fl eet. The Majority of this position’s duties will be involved
with trailer repairs.Start Date: ASAPCompensation: Competitive wage, full benefi tsQualifi cations: Alberta on Highway Heavy Duty Equipment Technician. Journeyman Certifi cateCondition of Employment: Valid Drivers License
Fax resume: 780-372-4238Email: [email protected]
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
PrismIntegratedSolutions
Inc.
Is looking to fi ll thefollowing positions:
• Journeyman / Apprentice Welders• Service and Vent Assembly Tech• QC / Safety Manager - Experience a must• Shop Labor Hands
Wages based on experience.Competitive benefi t package.
E-mail resumes [email protected]
in Forestburg
Seeking Full Time CLASS 1 DriverHome every night, based close to Stettler. Safety tickets required. Benefi ts available.
Send resume to:Fax: 403-742-8834 Email: [email protected]
For more information contactCrystal at 403-742-9587
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CRUDE SERVICES INC.
is now hiringClass 1 Drivers for
transporting Dangerous Goods
Experience driving Super B, Tridem,and Body-Job units is an asset.
We offer top industry wages,group benefi ts package,
company RRSPs as well asscheduled days off.
Please send resumes:Fax: 403-742-4181
Email: [email protected]: 403-742-4189
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CandorRealty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-4424
4908 - 51 Street
IDEAL HOME for your growing family. Open concept with 4 bedrooms/3 baths and 2,958 sq. ft. of living space. “A Must See”. $320,000.
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* BUSY RESTAURANT on main
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* SIX OFFICE PROFESSIONAL
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3 BDRM, 2 BATH MOBILE on its own lot with cozy family room
addition, solarium for summer use and detached garage. $169,000.
GREAT LOCATION close to schools and downtown. Four bedroom home, large covered deck and a dream garage with
front and back access. $284,000.
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~ Properties Listed from $45,000 to 1,000,000 ~ ACREAGES AND LANDFarm w/Residence - Buffalo Lake area, 145 acres, Barns, outbuildings, spacious two-story. 5 Acres, Bare Land - Stettler area, come build your dream home.24 Acres, Bare Land -Big Valley area, nicely treed, close to paved road.5 Acres, Bare Land - 5 minutes to Stettler.Acreage w/Residence - Erskine area, barn/shelter, triple car garage rolling hills.Bare Lot – Red Willow, Main Street, Build your country dream home.COMMERCIALHair Salon/Spa, Castor - well maintained,established, recent upgrades.Commercial Property - Erskine area,1- 40x40 shop and 1- 64x68 shop.ALIX, BIG VALLEY, CASTOR,CORONATION, HALKIRK, PELICAN POINTCozy home – Coronation, all on one level, three lots, large master bedroom.Bungalow – Castor, scenic lot, peaceful view of aeration fountain. Heritage Home – Big Valley, large family room, ample garage, large back yard.
Affordable Bungalow – Halkirk, on two lots, affordable, covered porch.Bungalow – Big Valley, located on two lots, main fl oor laundry, fenced yard.Bungalow – Halkirk, newer, large mature lot,all on one fl oor.Single Wide Mobile – Alix, many upgrades, chain link fence, mature yard.Bi-Level – Halkirk, Move in ready, completely fi nished, 40x40 Garage.Lakefront/Pelican Point – Yr/Rnd, 3 Bdrm,2 Bath, Att. GarageSTETTLERExcellent Family Home – Stettler, vaulted living room ceiling, hardwood fl oors, gas fi replace.Completely Finished Home – Stettler, open concept, engineered fl ooring, main fl oor laundry.Move in ready Home – Stettler, freshly painted, easy care fl ooring, 2 new bathrooms.Condo – Stettler, Great lighting, extra wide hallways and doorways, no stairs, gas fi replace.Bungalow – Stettler – Vaulted ceilings, laminate fl ooring, low maintenance/landscaped yard.Tri-Plex Unit – Stettler, Like new, move in ready, open concept, walk in closet.
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NGC is a leading service provider, responding to customer’s needs in the
Natural Gas compression industry, supplying quality
We have immediate openings for the following:
FIELD SERVICE TECH
(STETTLER)
Duties include the following:
• D e v e l o p c u s t o m e r relationships and deliver exceptional customer service.
• P e r f o r m c u s t o m e r maintenance and service work in the Natural Gas Industry.
Candidate must be highly organized, possess
excellent verbal communi-cation skills and be able to function as part of a team. This position may require extended hours of work, and possible weekends, must have a valid class 5 driver’s license, the suc-cessful candidate will be
required to supply a current drivers abstract,
prior to employment
Experience with Cat, White, Waukesha, Ariel,
would be an Asset.
The successful candidate will be expected to follow
our Core Values Our Core Values are: “Integrity”, “Respect”,
“Dependability” “Striving to Improve”
If you are interested in joining our company, please reply with your
resume to:
NGC Compression Solutions
Mail: PO Box 1654, Stettler, AB T0C 2L1Fax: (403) 742-5803
Email: [email protected] note that only those being requested for inter-views will be contacted
TORNADO Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield
Industries is accepting resumes for: Assembly Department: Industrial
Painters, Electrical Technicians; and Labourers. Our
Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced
working environment with advancement for
motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward
resume to [email protected] or Fax
403 742-5544
Truckers/Drivers 860
Misc.Help 880
Trades 850
Misc.Help 880
MIDWEST PROPANEMIDWEST PROPANEis currently seeking
Gasfi tter / Crane Truck Operator
To operate in central Alberta.
Class 3 Drivers license and all relevant Oilfi eld Safety Certifi cates required.
Please apply with resume to:Midwest Propane
Rimbey, AB. Call: 403 843-8430,
Fax: 403 843-8460 or byemail to:
CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVERClean abstract. Must have experience moving
heavy equipment that is related to pipeline construction.
Benefi ts available.Please fax resumes to 780-372-4238Or email to: [email protected]
Arnett & Burgess is now accepting applications for the following:
Rally RentalsHelp WantedFull-time CustomerService Personnel
• Must have mechanical knowledge• Work independently
• Possess excellent communication skills
Submit resume for review to:[email protected]
or drop off at5504 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
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Bounty Onsite Inc. Stettler is currently seeking a positive, energetic individual to fi ll the position of Purchasing and Inventory Control (Parts Person). The Purchasing and Inventory Control will be responsible for keeping records of parts and inventory received.
Basic duties:• Responsible for the purchasing, procurement, shipping, receiving and maintenance of
inventory. • Maintain inventory control records, monthly reports.• Ensure everything required for the operation is acquired at the right time with the best
price requirements and rush orders (hot shots) are expedited accordingly.• Prepare requisition orders to replenish parts, supplies, monitoring core returns and
warranties.• Monitor accuracy of all inventory levels, recommending any necessary changes to
management and resolving any inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.• Implement an inventory management system.• Coordinated the movements of goods from vendors and returns.• Responsible for time to time supplier evaluation.
Qualifi ed candidates should have or a combination of the following:• Trade Certifi cate related to Parts/Inventory• Ability to utilize multiple computer programs, including Microsoft Suite and database
software• 2+ Years experience in a parts position• Knowledge of Oilfi eld, Industrial, Safety, Automotive products• Clean Driver’s Abstract/Valid Class 5 License• Ability to operate forklift in a safe and responsible manner
Only qualifi ed applicants will be contacted.The successful candidate will be required to provide references.
Please send Resume in confi dence to [email protected]
is currently looking for a full time
FOAM APPLICATOR/LABOURER
H2S Alive, WHMIS, First Aid RequiredNo experience necesssary.
Will provide on the job training.Competitive wages
Fax resume to 403-742-5425
Ph:403-742-5979Fax:403-742-3656
Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street,
Stettler AB
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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: [email protected]
4814 - 49 Street,Stettler
403-742-5520
403-882-3740 (Castor)
Thorogood
Pinches&Certified General Accountants
Gitzel KrejciGitzel KrejciDand PetersonDand Peterson
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4912 - 51 StreetP.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
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Toll free1-877-742-4431
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AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
Auto Body RepairsAccessories & GraphicsRestoration/Sandblasting
Box Liners
Phone 403-742-1681
www.northstarpaintandbody.com
JT AUTO BODY LTD.
“Serving Stettler & areafor 37 years”
• Complete auto bodyrepair & painting
Call Curt or Rob
Phone 403-742-2869
4606 - 40 St., Stettler
TEL: 403-742-6277No. 5. 4707 - 42 Street
Stettler, AB
DAY HOMEI have 3 avail. spots, ages 1 to 4 years old. Please
contact me thru e-mail with your name & phone number
and I’ll contact [email protected]
Keen KleanKeen Klean• CarpetCleaning
403-742-6970403-740-9782403-742-6970
• Carpet Cleaning• Upholstry Cleaning
• WindowWashing
403-742-1330
Buzz AndersenServing Stettler
area over 35 years
-Residential-Commercial
-Farm Buildings-Renovations
House Plan DesignHouse Plan DesignSmall CommercialSmall CommercialShop DrawingsShop DrawingsAs BuiltsAs Builts
Phone: 403-742-6612Cell: 780-935-0540
Email: [email protected]
Monika Stahlberg
Monika Stahlberg
Drafting Service
RAILSIDEDESIGNGALEN WIEBE
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
DRAFTING AND DESIGN
5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101FAX: 866-305-5686
FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD.
5”Continuous Eaves“Gutter Clean” Leaf Protection
Call Barry Harvey
403-742-8838*27 years experience*
“If It’s Electrical We Do It”All types of Electrical
Installation &Maintenance
403-742-5111Serving Stettler
& Area since 1978
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Stettler FurnaceCleaning
Qualifi ed and Qualifi ed and ReputableReputable
403-742-3418403-742-3418
HEARTLAND GLASS
• Locks repinned & installed• Windshields repaired
& installed• Residential & Commercial
Windows & Doors• All your glass & screen needs
Main St., Stettler Emergency403-742-2665 403-742-3628
LTD.C.R. GLASS“Your Service Specialists”
Randy Long• Residential• Commercial
• Automotive Needs
403-742-25204607 - 59 St., Stettler
(Beside A & W)
Dr. KERRY WONGOptometrist
Stettler, AlbertaBox 1796 Phone 403-742-2998
Dr. Patricia RossDr. P.G. Wilson
Dr. D.A. HeimdahlOPTOMETRISTS
Ponoka, Alta.
403-783-5575
1-800-662-7168
Coronation Office
403-578-3221
Hanna Office
403-854-3003
www.4YourEyesOnly.ca
4806 – 51 Ave., Stettler, AB403-742-EARS(3277)
Open Monday to Friday 9:00a.m to 4:00p.m.
(Closed over lunch & on holidays)
Jacquie Mvula, M.S., R.Aud
Stettler Eye Care
Dr. R. TROY NELSONComprehensive eye
health and vision exams
Top quality frames,
lenses and contacts
Treatment of eye
disease, injuries and
surgical co-management
Phone 403-742-2683New patients welcome
PERFORMANCEPERFORMANCEPhysiotherapy, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture Acupuncture & Massage& Massage
“Keeping people in Motion...”
403-742-4533
Dr. E. LYNESChiropractor
4719 - 49 St.Stettler, AlbertaOne block East of Scotia Bank
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
DR. D.G. BECKLUNDChiropractor
-Gitzel Krejci Building
4912 - 51 StreetStettler, AB
Open Mon. - Sat.
Bus.: 403-742-2553Res.: 403-742-0370
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE
4819 - 51 Street
Lori R. ReuleLL. B.
StettlerProfessional
Building
403-742-3411
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
Brenda Anderson,
B.Comm., LL.B.
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
Phone 403-742-2529
Fax 403-742-2522
Barristers and Solicitors
Advocates
2401 Toronto Dominion Sq.Edmonton Centre
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2Z1Telephone: 780-426-4660
Fax: 780-426-0982
BRYON D. BALTIMORE
of McCuaig Desrochers
Gary G. Grant
Law Office4910 - 51 Street
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Phone: 403-742-4437
CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.
U.S. travel waiver.(24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast.
Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary
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Verle KlassenPh 403-741-4483Fax [email protected]
“Contact usfor all your
fencing needs”
IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up
scrap again! Farm machin-ery, vehicles and industrial.
Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346
• 28 Ton Picker• Trailer • Spreader Bar
(780) 608-4468
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TRUE PSYCHICS!For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036;
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• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services• Commercial and Residential• Water Conditioning & Pumps
• 24 Hour ServiceService Wise - We Specialize
Stettler
Ph. 403-742-5237
Colour enhanced whole tree woodchip mulch.
Variety of earth tone colours.www.mulchpeople.ca
403-740-3610
BRIAN HALLETTLAWN & GARDEN CARE
Town & Country Big or Small
…WE DO IT ALL!
Phone: 403-742-5830Please leave a message if no answer
RUBBER DUCKYARD CARE
• Power Rake• Aerate
• Lawns ~ cut & trimmedFor personalized services callLana Gross ~ 403-740-3595
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Automotive 1029
Construction 1085
Contractors 1100
Automotive 1029
CabinetMakers 1054
Caregivers 1060
Cleaning 1070
Contractors 1100
Drafting& Design 1120
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Electrical 1150
Financial 1170
FurnaceCleaning 1193
Glass Shops 1196
HealthCare 1210
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LegalServices 1260
Misc.Services 1290
Painters/Decorators1310
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Oilfield 1305
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YardCare 1430
CSA Approved Septic Tanks Since 1988
780-372-3854www.bashawconcrete.com [email protected]
Ready Mix ConcreteConcrete Blocks Septic TanksWater CisternsBlock FormsGravelSand Serving Central Alberta for 50 years
Leaking Basement?Weeping tile and membrane installation
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Contractors 1100
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Misc.Services 1290
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SECURITAS CANADA
Hiring ImmediateFT & CasualEMR/EMT
Security Positions
Securitas Canada is looking for qualified Security
Staff for a Petro-Chemical plant outside of Red Deer.
Qualification: Security/Emergency
Dispatcher: *EMR/EMT- ACP registered
*Valid license (Class 4)* Provincial Security License
* Bondable*Good interpersonal skills
*Good communication skills*Computer knowledge,
previous emergencyexperience, previoussecurity experience,
client interactionexperience an asset
WHY SECURITAS:*Extended Health and
Dental plan*Above average wages
*Fully Paid uniform*All training time paid
*Dedicated quality group.*Room to learn and grow.
How to apply:Fax: 403-314-8475
Email:[email protected]
Fax: 403-314-8475Integrity - Vigilance -
HelpfulnessSecuritas Canada
celebrates diversity and we welcome and encour-age applications from the four designated groups;
namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities
and persons with disabilities.
CENTRAL ALBERTATAXI SERVICEin Stettler, AB,
is currently acceptingresumes for
FULL-TIME/PART-TIMECAB DRIVERS.
Class 2 or 4 licenseand drivers abstract.
Send resume and abstract to [email protected]
Fax 403-742-1149,Phone 403-741-5404
BARBER SHOPBUSINESS FOR SALEin Whitehorse, Yukon.Excellent opportunity.
Includes all equipment,in good location, leased
premises. Contact Murd for details. 867-667-6873
or 867-667-7467
HERBAL Magic Franchise FOR SALE in Stettler
Canada’s Largest Weight loss Company.
Excellent business opportunity to work
under the Herbal Magic Franchise framework.
Processes, policies and procedures are already in
place to ensure your success. A detailed list of all assets included in the sale will be provided to
prospective buyers. (Does not include building)Please contact Shantel for
inquires:[email protected]
MATCO TOOLSis looking for franchiseesin your area. Professional products with a complete business system available to support you in becoming
your own boss. Home based business; training
& support programs.More information call
778-387-4666;www.gomatco.com
$100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work! Must be competitive & energetic.
Honesty is a must!Please visit us at:
www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY- Labourer for water well
drilling firm, located S.E. of St. Paul, Alberta. Variable shifts. Must have Class 3
drivers licence, driversabstract required.
Fax resume to 780-645-2880
or 780-645-1114
ACADEMIC ExpressAdult Education
and Training
Spring Start GED classes days/evening
Fall StartCommunity Support
Worker
Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.
403-340-1930www.academicexpress.ca
ATTENTION StudentsSUMMER WORK flexible.schedules., $16 base-appt,customer sales/service, noexp necessary, conditions
apply, will train, 403-755-6711 www.summeropenings.ca
C & W Contracting is now looking for
labourers, operators, & foreman for road jobs starting soon. Please direct inquiries/email
resumes to: admincswcon@
xplornet.com.
GENERAL Laborer, fencing exp. preferred.
Email resume to: [email protected]
JOHN’S VENDING LTD.of Donalda
is looking for aROUTE PERSON
Must have a valid drivers license and be able to do
some heavy lifting. 100 LBS. plus.
The day starts in Donalda & ends in Donalda.
No experience necessary. Phone 403-883-2223
ask for Dannyor fax resume to
403-883-2246 or [email protected]
SANDBLASTER REQ’DNo exp. necessary, will
train. Health plan.Call 403-742-7833
SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper
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SOBEYS GROCERY STORE NOW HIRING MEAT WRAPPERS.
Full-time & part-time hours available. Please fax
resume to: 780-875-2103. Mail or drop off at:4227 - 45 Ave.,
Lloydminster, AB, T9V 2E9
COMPUTING CAREER= GREAT CAREER.
Computer technologyprograms at GPRC,
Grande Prairie campus. Novice to expert. Circuit design and robotics lab, data communicationsand networking lab.
1-888-539-4772; www.gprc.ab.ca
GET AHEADOF THE CROWD.
Office Administrationcertificate program
specializing in Bookkeeping, Dental Office or Oil and
Gas. GPRC,Grande Prairie campus.
780-539-2911; gprc.ab.ca
LOOKING FOR ACAREER
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ment Worker through Alberta Children and Youth Services. GPRC Grande
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WANT TO WORKWITH CHILDREN
needing assistance indevelopmental, behavioural
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Call 780-539-2911; www.gprc.ab.ca.
75 QUARTERS LAND,Oyen, Alberta - Ritchie
Bros Unreserved Auction. 1HQ, 30 Parcels
Farmland, 6 ParcelsGrazing Lease, $37,300 Surface Lease Revenue.
Jerry Hodge 780-706-6652;
rbauction.com/realestate
MOVING AUCTIONSun. May 12, 10 a.m.Olds Air Cadet Hall 52nd Street Olds
AB
Coins, Coin sets, Collectibles, Thompson forge & tools, Snap on Tools, Blue point tools,
Tool boxes, Car manuals, Shop items, Yard & garden, Rototiller,
Snowblower,Lawnmower, Porter cable
135 PSI upright air compressor, Household items, Dresser, Furniture,
Lots of misc. itemsJust too much to mention.
Check the web for full listing. Sale is subject to
additions and deletionLunch available.
See U all out at the sale.
PILGRIM AUCTION SERVICE
403-556-5531
www.auctionsales.ca
ONLINE AUCTIONMay 22 - 29, 2013.Mobile Home Parkin Provost, Alberta.
2.24 acres, 21 spaces, +/-47,000. annual lease
revenue. Kramer Auctions Ltd. 306-445-5000;
www.kramerauctions.com
BUILDING FOR SALE. Two unclaimed steel
buildings. Must be sold. One is 40x80. Great savings!
Hurry, these won’t last.Go direct. Rocket Steel
Canada. 1-877-218-2661
METAL ROOFING& SIDING. Best prices!
36” Hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40
Year Warranty.ALTA-WIDE Builders
Supplies 1-888-263-8254
STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS
60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120,
60x150, 80x100,sell for balance owed!Call 1-800-457-2206;
www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
FOR SALE: Full line oflogging equipment ready for work. Timberjack feller
buncher, Timberjack buncher, John Deere
excavator, John Deeredelimbers, Timberjack
skidders, Timberjack skidder, 530b wheel skidders,
Caterpillar Cat 16 ft. blade and attachments. Kamatsu
PC 300 log loader, 4 log trailers with Jeeps. Call
Bill or Glen 780-482-5273.
COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE:
$1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs,
cherries & berries.Free shipping.
Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or
treetime.ca.
GORGEOUSSPRUCE TREES.
4 - 6 ft., $45, machine planted, fertilized,
mulched. Minimum order 20. Delivery charge:
$75 - $100.Quality guaranteed.
Crystal Springs 403-820-0961
SPRUCE TREE SALE! Starting at $69. - 6 ft.
Larger sizes available,50 tree minimum order.
Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call
1-778-436-8776 or email: [email protected]
COLEMAN Powermate tool set $250; Quanty new and used harness - saddle
parts, 3 guitars 780-879-2385
SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money &
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403-742-2395
WHITE 20LB WHITE 20LB BOND PAPER: BOND PAPER:
8.5 X 118.5 X 1110 pkgs. of 500 sheets10 pkgs. of 500 sheets
$48$48/case/caseShop Stettler Shop Stettler
& Save!& Save!
LEARN TO TREAT AND CARE FOR LARGE AND
SMALL ANIMALS.Animal Health Technology - GPRC Fairview Campus.
On campus residences and farm. Fairview,
Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
50 FT. BLANCHARDHARROW PACKER;
2 compartment drill fill with hydraulic augers; 30 ft.
Case IHC 4900 vibra tiller mounted harrows;
Peerless 510 roller mill. Shedded. 780-836-2780;
780-986-2709.
RED ANGUS
BULLSHeifer BullsCow Bulls
Performance & EPD data available
A.I. Sires
PIRORED ANGUS
P & R Zoller(403) 742-0336
BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN, ERSKINE, AB.
40, two year old virgin bulls for sale at the farm. Fully guaranteed.
Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825,
Terry 403-740-5037Ricky 403-740-5711. email
PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year
olds. Semen tested and delivered.Vicwin farms
403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.
SIMMERON SIMMENTALS,Fullblood Full Fleckvieh
Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned,
A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963.
HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings,
spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring.
Pick up & delivery avail.HORSE SHOE TRAILER
MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA
403-884-2173 403-430-0504
RESTORED WOOD WHEELED WAGONS
403-783-2330 evenings,403-704-9109
SUPERVISEDPASTURE WANTEDfor 100-300 Yearlings.
780-608-0159
WANTED PASTUREfor cow/calf pairs,
403-742-4703, 403-740-4799
HEATED CANOLAbuying Green, Heated
or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley,
wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or
offgrade grain.“On Farm Pickup”
Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252
CERTIFIED MORGAN OAT SEED99% germ.
Call Echo Ridge Seeds 403-883-2503
CERTIFIED seed for sale:Busby barley, Sundre
barley, Jordan oats, Guar-anteed, fully tested. Greg Jones, Magic Seed Farm
403-704-6277 or 403-783-6495
COMMON SEED OATS.98% germination.
Forage variety. $5.50/bu. Phone Glen Lepard
403-740-2872.
Trades 850
Truckers/Drivers 860
BusinessOpportunities 870
Misc.Help 880
EmploymentTraining 900
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Auctions 1530
Auctions 1530
BuildingSupplies 1550
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PublicNotices 6010
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OfficeSupplies 1800
Pets &Supplies 1810
Agricultural#2000 - #2290
Farm Equipment ..............2010Haying Equipment ............2020Tractors ............................2030Combines & Headers ......2040Fertilizer Equipment..........2050Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060Equipment Wanted ..........2070Farm Custom Work ..........2080Farm Auctions ..................2090Livestock ..........................2100Livestock - Exotic..............2110Sheep ..............................2120Poultry ..............................2130Horses ..............................2140Horse Boarding ................2150Riding Supplies ................2160Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170Pasture Wanted ................2180Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190Seed Grain ......................2200Seeding & Tillage ............2210
Farm CustomWork 2080
FarmEquipment 2010
Livestock 2100
Horse/StockTrailers 2170
Pasture/Land Wanted 2180
Grain, FeedHay 2190
SeedGrain 2200
PublicNotices 6010
SO008447
Liquor Store – northern Alberta includes land & buildings, price $330,000.00.Restaurant – full restaurant and lounge, sales over 1.4 M, price $545,000.00.Retail Business – Sales over 2.4M, price $950,000.00 plus inventory.Wholesale Business – Cremation Urns – land & building sales $160K, price $349,900.Crane & Picker operation – sales $800,000, e uipment appraisal on le, price $525,000.00. Lake Resort/ Convenience Store/Residence (Liquor Vendor) – Sales $150K - Asking $749,900.00 .
Call Bill Conroy or Keith Acheson @ 403-346-6655Email:[email protected] or [email protected]
igh Pro le Service/Retail all turnkey systems Sales past expectations, 1st yr net C Flow S553994 low rent or buy the real estate-owner retiring Conf.
lass Shop Full service Glass installation, warranty, repairs, or new operation has 2.5 staff - 2 owners can pro t $93930 cash down $113100.Winks Convenience brand new, buy under cost, new owner returning to India, 2 owners, 2 PT staff can operate, sales expect
pro t - $111,900.Seasonal un net $82682 working May 15-Sept 30 set up in atable gym e uip any group family-school can operate from any C
Alta location.echanic Light uto Retiring as 1 mechanic earn $80000 plus net $129 280 with 1 Journey 1 appr Est 12 yrs custom built 4
bays Can own with $85K DP. ew Listings bove Contact Mark ansen s home of ce: 10 am-6 pm Mon-Thurs
@ 403 343 0824 or email [email protected] above is a selection of choices please visit our website www.advantagecommercial.ca
BUSINESS AVAILABLE IN ALBERTA
ADULTS/CHILDREN
ANONYMOUSWednesday, 7:30 p.m.
For more info Kira & Ian
FCSS, 403-742-2339
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS403-742-3214; 403-742-2966 or 403-742-4271
AL-ANON403-742-0990
ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT
GROUP403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091
BEREAVEMENT
SUPPORT GROUP403-742-2337
BIG BROTHERS &
BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE(formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035
CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance)Brenda 403-742-3067
COCAINE ANONYMOUSPager toll-free (20 sec. response time)
1-403-357-6266
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS
SUPPORT GROUP403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORT
STETTLER & DISTRICT403-742-6568
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUSHot Line 403-342-1444
STETTLER & AREA
ACQUIRED BRAIN
INJURY SOCIETY(STABIS)
For more information phone
403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICTFOOD BANK SOCIETYKathy Willis - 403-742-4567
Elaine Williams - 403-742-2745
4820 - 51 Street
STETTLER CITIZENS ON
PATROLRCMP office
403-742-3382
www.stettlercop.org
STETTLER HANDIBUS403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH
EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM403-742-2337
STETTLER PEOPLE FOR
SUICIDE AWARENESS403-742-2337
STETTLER READ &
WRITE OFFICE403-742-2999
T.O.P.S.(Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Grace – 403-742-0681
Vivian – 403-742-3935
VICTIM SERVICE403-741-7841
CONFUSED?GETTING THE RUN AROUND?
CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION
AND REFERRAL CENTRE
Residents of Stettler and the sur-rounding area now have access to this free and confi dential service. It provides information and referral on social agencies, government ser-vices, clubs and organizations, to best suit the caller’s need.
Just Dial - 403-742-1155
CommunitySupport Services
PUBLIC NOTICEOn or before May 1, 2013 the Development Officer
for the Village of Alix approved thefollowing application:
Jody Widman to make tenant improvements for a restaurant at:Lot 11, Block 5, Plan 122-3447Unit 4 - 5008 - 50 Avenue, Alix
Dated at Alix, Alberta this 1st day of May 2013.Development Officer, Village of Alix
Appeals may be submitted to the Village Office,4849 - 50 Street, Alix T0C 0B0 by May 15, 2013
PUBLIC NOTICEOn or before May 1, 2013 the Development Officer
for the Village of Alix approved thefollowing application:
Allan Fleischacker to construct a shed at:Lot 18 & 19, Block D, Plan 2441A14839 Lake Street, Alix
Dated at Alix, Alberta this 1st day of May 2013.Development Officer, Village of Alix
Appeals may be submitted to the Village Office,4849 - 50 Street, Alix T0C 0B0 by May 15, 2013
Bale Hauling & SwathingBale Hauling & SwathingMarketing of Hay and Straw Marketing of Hay and Straw
Will load own truckWill load own truck
David UnruhDavid Unruh Cell 403-323-6787Cell 403-323-6787
Home 403-742-4673Home 403-742-4673
Help WantedThe Summer Village of Rochon Sands
requires Full Time and Part Time staff in our public works department and in the
Provincial Park.
We have openings in: • Out-Side Maintenance • Reservations Offi ce • Children’s Programming • Park Operator (Narrows Recreation Area)
Excellent working conditions – fl exible hours – competitive salaries.
Must have a valid driver’s license, be able to work unsupervised and enjoy working with the public.
Please send resume to:[email protected]
The Summer Village of Rochon Sands
#1 Hall StreetRochon Sands, AB T0C 3B0
403-742-4717
SO008392
MÉTIS YOUTH SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAM
If you’re a Métis youth between 15 – 30 years old, and going back to school this fall, Métis Training to Employment Services can give you the assistance you need to land that summer job where you can gain employable skills and the pay cheque you deserve.
Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
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Metis Environmental Career CampEARN HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS AND A WAGE THIS SUMMER
Gain career experience in the environmental field. Métis Youth Participants (15 – 18) will receive
certification in standard first aid,
wilderness first aid, H2S alive,
WHIMIS/TDG, GPS, and canoe, Alberta
High School credits and earn a wage!
Program Runs July 22nd - August 23rd, 2013
Application Deadline - June 21st, 2013
Call 1-888-48-MÉTIS (1-888-486-3847) online at: www.metisemployment.ca
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
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MAJOR ANNUAL SPRING R.V. SALER.V.’S, BOATS, QUADS, MOTORBIKES, CARS & TRUCKS
SATURDAY MAY 11TH 2013 @ 10:00 A.M. SHARPVIEWING FRIDAY MAY 10, 2013 FROM 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM
**CONSIGN YOUR R.V.’S NOW!**VISIT www.auctions.ca FOR INFORMATION.
PHOTOS AND LISTINGS ON-LINE BY MAY 9THGARY HANNA AUCTIONS
780.440.107511303-YELLOWHEAD TRAIL, EDMONTON
IS NOW HIRINGFull and Part Time Positions
STETTLER
• Meat Cutter • Baker• Produce Clerk • Deli Clerks• Front Lead Supervisor
Please Apply Within
Full Time
Produce Manager
EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB
Starting wages:$28.85/hr - Floor Covering Installers
$24.75/hr - Tilesetters40-50 hours per week
Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certifi cation.
Please send qualifi ed resumes only [email protected] or
fax to 403-876-2554
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HOUSE WANTED IN STETTLER
Low Income Senior wanting 2-3 bdrm. apt. or
house for rent or will house sit. Definitely no pets, N/S. Req’d end of June or July.
Call 403-346-3708
SMALL 2 bedroom house, White Sands, AB., N/S,
utils. incld, $900/mo. + DD Avail. Immed. 403-742-3539
STETTLER 5 bdrm. 2 bath house w/large family room, garage, fenced yard, ref’s & SD req’d. 403-742-4162
L A R G E
One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS
FOR RENTNo pets
Phone Ellen at 403-742-1568
Phone Linda or Ernieat 403-742-5005
One bedroom very clean basement suite in a quiet house, downtown Stettler. $750/mo., $700 with lease, includes all utilities and shared laundry. No ani-mals and no smoking. Available immediately. 403-883-2436.
ONE SMALL BEDROOMAPARTMENT AND
ONE BACHELOR SUITEfor rent in Stettler.
Phone 403-742-5575.
2000 sq. ft. shop for lease. Great location with drive-thru bay and fenced yard on corner lot in Stettler’s industrial section. Please
call 403-350-1353 or 403-742-7765
STETTLER MINI
STORAGEHousehold, furniture,business records, etc.
Various sizes. Protectedby security alarm and
fenced and lightedperimeter. Owner:
Reg and Darlene Hunter403-740-9283 or
403-742-3153
MINI STORAGE10X12’ With 5x7 doors.
For quads, snowmobiles, furniture, etc.
Phone: (403)742-9729 DYMY Oilfield Services
HOUSE FOR SALEIN BIG VALLEY
2 lots. 1600 sq ft dev,4 bdrms, 2 baths,
dbl detached 24x24 garage-220 wired, RV parking at rear, lrg shed, mature trees.
Asking $185,000.00. Ph:403-876-2426
(kijiji ad #453927200).
THIS WEEK’SEYE SPY WINNER IS
Larry RuefflerPlease come into the
Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
FINAL CLEARANCE!Remaining SRI 2011Singlewide Modulars.Must go immediately! Price too low to print!
Call for details, floorplans, etc. Bonus free delivery
(100 miles), skirting.New stock arriving. 1-877-341-4422;
www.dynamicmodular.ca
PROPERTY in Alliance, AB. Mobile home, 2 lots,
fully fenced, mature trees, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, large addi-tion, fully upgraded, heated
workshop $95,000 780-879-2385
UNITED HOMES CANADAoffers widest range of
quality home styles from Triple M Housing!
RTM, modular starting at $108,000.
1-800-461-7632; www.unitedhomescanada.com. 148 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie
GOLF, SKI, HIKE, WATER SPORTS, etc.
WHITEFISH, MT.
Townhouse in Mountain Park subdivision. Over
3700 sq.ft., 4 bedrooms & 3.5 baths. Features include 22’ vaulted ceiling in Great Room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood
floors, Dacor stainless steel appliances, in-floor
radiant heat, walk-out lower level & more. Slate
spa shower & large walk-in closets with built-in cabi-
netry. House is fully wired for surround sound, security smart home.
$599,900For more information call
403-396-5516.
RAYMOND SHORES GULL LAKE,
2012 Park model home, on professionally landscaped
lot. Fully furnished. Too many extras to list.
403-350-5524 for details.
15 RESIDENTIALBUILDING LOTS, Vulcan,
Alberta. Ritchie BrosAuctioneers. Selling by
Unreserved Auction,July 18 from Lethbridge. 25 Bareland Condo Units as 8 lots + 7 single lots.
Simon Wallan 780-831-8529;
Greg Cripps - Re/Max 403-391-2648;
rbauction.com/realestate
ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton. Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15%
May 17-31, 2013.Suitable for cabin/house,
RV or investment. 1-877-623-3990;
elinorlakeresort.com
BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for
purchases, debtconsolidation, foreclosures,
renovations. Bruisedcredit, self-employed,
unemployed ok.Dave Fitzpatrick:
www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437,
Belmor Mortgage
DO YOU NEED TOBORROW MONEY - NOW?If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.
2010 TOYOTA Venza AWD V6, 34483 km, black,
$13,200, [email protected]
2008 DODGE Ram 3500 mega cab dua l l y SLT 137,000 kms, 6 spd. auto, immaculate, orig. owner, have all service records $29,000 403-740-5354
THE ONE, THE ONLYAuthorized Harley-Davidson
Technician TrainingProgram in Canada. Work on all types of HD bikes. Quality instruction and state-of-the-art training
aids. GPRC FairviewCampus, Fairview Alberta.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
For Rent#3000 - #3200
Acreages/Farms ..............3010Houses/Duplexes ............3020Condos/Townhouses........3030Manufactured Homes ......3040Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050Suites ..............................3060Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070Roommates Wanted ........3080Rooms for Rent................3090Motels/Hotels ..................3100Offices ..............................3110Stores/Commercial ..........3120Industrial ..........................3130Warehouse Space............3140Garage Space..................3150Storage Space ................3160Land ................................3170Pasture ............................3180Mobile Lot ........................3190Misc. for Rent ..................3200
Wanted to Rent#3250 - #3390
Acreages/Farms ..............3255Houses/Duplexes ............3260Suites ..............................3270Rooms..............................3280Manufactured Homes ......3290Housesitting Wanted ........3300Garage Space..................3310Storage Space ................3320Stores/Commercial ..........3330Office Space ....................3340Industrial ..........................3350Warehouse Space............3360Resorts & Cottages..........3370Pasture/Land....................3380Mobile Lot ........................3390
Houses/Duplexes 3020
PublicNotices 6010
Suites 3060
Industrial 3130
StorageSpace 3160
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
HousesFor Sale 4020
ManufacturedHomes 4090
ManufacturedHomes 4090
Cottages/ResortProperty 4130
Lots For Sale 4160
Out Of TownProperty 4170
MortgagesBought/Sold4190
Financial#4400 - #4430
Investments ......................4410Money Wanted ................4420Money to Loan ................4430
MoneyTo Loan 4430
Transportation#5000-5300
Automotive Services ........5010Antique & Classic Autos ....5020Cars ..................................5030SUV’s................................5040Trucks ..............................5050Heavy Trucks....................5060Vans/Buses ......................5070Motorcycles ......................5080Campers ..........................5090Motorhomes......................51005th Wheels........................5110Holiday Trailers ................5120Tent Trailers ......................5130Utility Trailers ....................5140ATV’s ................................5150Boats & Marine ................5160Snowmobiles ....................5170Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180Auto Wreckers ..................5190Vehicles Wanted ..............5200Car/Truck Rental ..............5210Recreational VehicleRental ..............................5220Trailer Rental ....................5230Misc. Automotive ..............5240RV’s ..................................5300
Cars 5030
Trucks 5050
Motorcycles 5080
PublicNotices 6010
Motorcycles 5080REV UP YOUR ENGINE. Learn 1st and 2nd year
Apprenticeship Motorcycle Mechanic skills. GPRC
Fairview campus. Work on 2 and 4 stroke engines.
Receive 320 hours credit towards MCM apprentice.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
Public Notice#6000
Public Notices ..................6010Special Features ..............6050
2% LIQUID STRYCHNINE CONCENTRATE AVAILABLE
2% Liquid Strychnine Concentrate for the control of severe damage (30% crop
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 742-4441 Fax: 742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICE
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 403-742-4441 Fax: 403-742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICE
LANDS FOR SALE BY TENDER
MARLENE CONIBEAR hereby offers for sale by tender the following property subject to the reservations, exceptions and encumbrances contained in the existing certifi cate of title but clear of fi nancial liens and encumbrances:
THE NORTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY FIVE (25) TOWNSHIP FORTY ONE (41) RANGE TWENTY (20) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 1.00 HECTARES (2.48 ACRES) MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD, AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 2118MC.
EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME
The sale of the Land is subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned:1. Surface lease to be assigned to the buyer but rental shall not be
adjusted for the current rental period.2. 2013 hay crop shall belong to the buyer.3. Possession shall be granted on June 20, 2013.4. Buyer to be responsible for all costs associated with registration.
Tender price shall be excluding G.S.T.5. Tenders will be received by the lawyer noted below up to but not after
12:00 o’clock noon on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Tenders should be forwarded to Landman Reule Law Office at 4819 - 51 Street, Box 1630, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 in a sealed envelope marked “Conibear Tenders”. A certifi ed cheque or bank draft equal to 10% of the purchase price must accompany the tender.
6. The balance of the purchase price to be paid by solicitor’s trust cheque or certifi ed funds on or before June 20, 2013.
7. Property taxes to be adjusted as of possession date.8. Vendor makes no warranties or representations about the property’s
size/measurement, condition or environmental status.9. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.
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2% LIQUID STRYCHNINE CONCENTRATE AVAILABLE
2% Liquid Strychnine Concentrate for the control of severe damage (30% crop loss) from Richardson Ground Squirrels is now available to the County of Stettler ratepayers from your Agricultural Service Board.
Full Case (24 bottles) $168.00Half Case (12 bottles) $84.00Quarter Case (6 bottles) $42.00
Please note:As of April 30, 2% LSC will be sold on
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For any questions or concerns please call Quinton Beaumont at the Stettler County Offi ce at 403-742-4441.
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS APPROVEDNotice is hereby given that the following Development Permit Applications have been approved as permitted uses in accordance with the County of Stettler No. 6’s Land Use Bylaw No. 1443-10:
1. No: 13011 Legal Description: SW 18-40-19 W4 Rural Address: 40207 Rge Rd 20-0 Applicant Jody Land Owner: Nancy & Darius Land Proposed Development: Detached Dwelling
2. No: 13013 Legal Description: NE 25-35-19 W4 Rural Address: Not Assigned Applicant/Owner: Matt Elines Proposed Development: Detached Dwelling
3. No: 13014 Legal Description: SW 18-35-18 W4 Rural Address: Not Assigned Applicant/Owner: Lloyd Duncan Proposed Development: Detached Dwelling
4. No: 13015 Legal Description: NW 17-42-17 W4 Rural Address: 42301 Rge Rd 17-5 Applicant: Willowbrook Homes Inc. Owner: Steve Arnett Proposed Development: Detached Dwelling
5. No: 13016 Legal Description: Lot 2, Blk 1, Plan 9821794 Part of NE 22-39-19 W4 Rural Address: 102, 39368 Rge Rd 19-2 Applicant/Owner: David & Mary Hunter Proposed Development: Relocation of Detached Dwelling
Jacinta Donovan, Development Officer
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0Phone: 742-4441 Fax: 742-1277
PUBLIC NOTICE
County of Stettler No. 66602 - 44 Ave., Box 1270,
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/*Of
fers
app
ly to
the
purc
hase
of a
201
3 Cr
uze
LS 1S
A (R
7A),
2013
Equ
inox
LS F
WD
(R7A
), 20
13 S
ilver
ado
EXT
4X4
(R7C
) equ
ippe
d as
des
crib
ed. F
reig
ht in
clude
d ($
1,550
/$1,6
00).
Lice
nse,
insu
ranc
e, re
gist
ratio
n, P
PSA,
ad
min
istra
tion
fees
and
taxe
s not
inclu
ded.
Deale
rs ar
e fre
e to s
et in
divid
ual p
rices
. Lim
ited
time o
ffers
whi
ch m
ay n
ot b
e com
bine
d wi
th ot
her o
ffers
, and
are s
ubjec
t to c
hang
e with
out n
otice
. Offe
rs ap
ply t
o qua
lified
reta
il cus
tom
ers i
n Al
bert
a Che
vrole
t Dea
ler M
arke
ting
Asso
ciatio
n ar
ea on
ly. D
ealer
trad
e may
be r
equi
red.
GMCL
, RBC
Roy
al Ba
nk, T
D Au
to Fi
nanc
ing
Serv
ices o
r Sco
tiaba
nk m
ay m
odify
, ex
tend
or te
rmin
ate t
his o
ffer i
n wh
ole or
in p
art a
t any
tim
e with
out n
otice
. Con
ditio
ns an
d lim
itatio
ns ap
ply.
See C
hevr
olet d
ealer
for d
etail
s. B
ased
on G
M Te
stin
g in
acco
rdan
ce w
ith ap
prov
ed Tr
ansp
ort C
anad
a tes
t met
hods
. You
r act
ual f
uel c
onsu
mpt
ion m
ay va
ry. ‡
0%/0
.99%
pur
chas
e fina
ncin
g of
fere
d on
appr
oved
cred
it by
RBC
Roy
al Ba
nk/T
D Au
to Fi
nanc
ing/
Scot
iaban
k for
84
mon
ths o
n ne
w or
de
mon
stra
tor 2
013
Cruz
e LS
1SA/
2013
Equ
inox
LS F
WD/
2013
Silv
erad
o EXT
4X4
. Rat
es fr
om ot
her l
ende
rs w
ill va
ry. D
own
paym
ent,
trade
and/
or se
curit
y dep
osit
may
be r
equi
red.
Mont
hly p
aym
ent a
nd co
st of
bor
rowi
ng w
ill va
ry d
epen
ding
on am
ount
bor
rowe
d an
d do
wn p
aym
ent/t
rade
. Exa
mpl
e: $1
0,00
0 at
0%/
0.99
%, th
e mon
thly
paym
ent i
s $119
/$12
3 fo
r 84
mon
ths.
Cost
of b
orro
wing
is $
0/$3
54, t
otal
oblig
ation
is $1
0,00
0/$1
0,35
4. 0%
fina
nce o
ffer i
s unc
ondi
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tere
st-fr
ee. 0
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fina
nce o
ffer b
iwee
kly p
aym
ents
bas
ed on
a pu
rcha
se p
rice o
f $29
,495
on 20
13 C
hevr
olet S
ilver
ado E
XT 4
X4 w
ith $3
,299
down
, equ
ippe
d as
des
crib
ed. †
† $7,5
00 m
anuf
actu
rer t
o dea
ler d
elive
ry cr
edit
avail
able
on th
e 201
3 Si
lvera
do E
XT 4
X4 (t
ax ex
clusiv
e) fo
r ret
ail cu
stom
ers o
nly.
Othe
r cas
h cr
edits
avail
able
on m
ost
mod
els. S
ee yo
ur G
M de
aler f
or d
etail
s. $1
,500/
$2,0
00 n
on-s
tack
able
cash
cred
its is
a m
anuf
actu
rer t
o dea
ler d
elive
ry cr
edit
(tax e
xclu
sive)
for 2
013
Chev
rolet
Silv
erad
o 150
0 Ex
t Cab
/ Silv
erad
o 150
0 Cr
ew. N
on-S
tack
able
Cash
Cre
dits
are a
vaila
ble o
nly w
hen
cons
umer
s opt
for t
he ca
sh p
urch
ase o
f a n
ew or
dem
onst
rato
r mod
el. B
y sele
ctin
g lea
se or
fina
nce o
ffers
, con
sum
ers a
re fo
rego
ing
such
disc
ount
s an
d in
cent
ives w
hich
will
resu
lt in
a h
ighe
r effe
ctive
inte
rest
rate
. See
dea
ler fo
r det
ails.
Offe
r end
s May
31,
2013
. † Va
lid at
par
ticip
atin
g GM
dea
lersh
ips i
n Ca
nada
only.
Ret
ail cu
stom
ers o
nly.
Offe
r ran
ges f
rom
750
to 3
,000
AIR
MIL
ES® r
ewar
d m
iles,
depe
ndin
g on
mod
el pu
rcha
sed.
No ca
sh va
lue.
Offe
r may
not
be c
ombi
ned
with
cert
ain ot
her A
IR M
ILES
pro
mot
ions o
r offe
rs. S
ee yo
ur p
artic
ipat
ing
GM
deale
r for
det
ails.
Offe
r exp
ires J
uly 2
, 201
3. Pl
ease
allow
4–6
wee
ks af
ter t
he O
ffer e
nd d
ate f
or re
ward
mile
s to b
e dep
osite
d to
your
AIR
MILE
S® C
ollec
tor A
ccou
nt. T
o ens
ure t
hat r
ewar
d m
iles a
re d
epos
ited
in th
e pre
ferr
ed b
alanc
e, Co
llect
or sh
ould
ensu
re h
is/ h
er b
alanc
e pre
fere
nces
(AIR
MILE
S® C
ash
balan
ce an
d AI
R MI
LES®
Dre
am b
alanc
e) ar
e set
as d
esire
d pr
ior to
com
plet
ing
the e
ligib
le pu
rcha
se
trans
actio
n. G
MCL m
ay m
odify
, ext
end
or te
rmin
ate t
his O
ffer f
or an
y rea
son
in w
hole
or in
par
t at a
ny ti
me w
ithou
t not
ice. ®
™Tra
dem
arks
of A
IR M
ILES
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rnat
ional
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ing
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sed
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nse b
y Loy
altyO
ne, In
c. an
d Ge
nera
l Mot
ors o
f Can
ada L
imite
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hich
ever
com
es fi
rst.
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sed
on la
test
com
petit
ive d
ata a
vaila
ble.
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tar s
ervic
es re
quire
vehi
cle el
ectri
cal s
yste
m (i
nclu
ding
bat
tery
) wire
less
se
rvice
and
GPS
sate
llite s
igna
ls to
be a
vaila
ble a
nd op
erat
ing
for f
eatu
res t
o fun
ction
pro
perly
. OnS
tar a
cts a
s a lin
k to e
xistin
g em
erge
ncy s
ervic
e pro
vider
s. Su
bscr
iptio
n Se
rvice
Agr
eem
ent r
equi
red.
Visit
onst
ar.ca
for O
nSta
r’s Te
rms a
nd C
ondi
tions
, Priv
acy P
olicy
and
deta
ils an
d sy
stem
limita
tions
. Add
ition
al in
form
ation
can
be fo
und
in th
e OnS
tar O
wner
’s Gu
ide.
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e Bes
t Buy
Sea
l is a
regi
ster
ed
trade
mar
k of C
onsu
mer
s Dig
est C
omm
unica
tions
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, use
d un
der l
icens
e.*^ F
or m
ore i
nfor
mat
ion vi
sit iih
s.org
/ratin
gs. *
† Com
paris
on b
ased
on 20
12 W
ards
segm
enta
tion:
Mid
dle/
Cros
s Util
ity Ve
hicle
and
lates
t com
petit
ive d
ata a
vaila
ble,
and
base
d on
the m
axim
um le
groo
m av
ailab
le. Ex
clude
s oth
er G
M br
ands
. **O
ffer o
nly v
alid
from
Apr
il 2, 2
013
to Ju
ly 2,
2013
(the
“Pro
gram
Per
iod”)
to re
tail c
usto
mer
s re
siden
t in
Cana
da w
ho ow
n or
are c
urre
ntly
leasin
g (d
urin
g th
e Pro
gram
Per
iod) a
Che
vrole
t Ave
o, Co
balt,
Cav
alier
, Opt
ra, S
atur
n Io
n, A
stra
, S-S
erie
s will
rece
ive a
$1,0
00 cr
edit
towa
rds t
he p
urch
ase,
lease
or fa
ctor
y ord
er of
an el
igib
le ne
w 20
13 C
hevr
olet S
onic,
or C
ruze
. Ret
ail cu
stom
ers r
esid
ent i
n Ca
nada
who
own
or ar
e cur
rent
ly lea
sing
(dur
ing
the P
rogr
am P
eriod
) a C
hevr
olet E
quin
ox, T
rack
er or
Sa
turn
Vue w
ill re
ceive
a $1
,000
cred
it to
ward
s the
pur
chas
e, lea
se or
fact
ory o
rder
of an
elig
ible
new
2013
Che
vrole
t Equ
inox
. Onl
y one
(1) c
redi
t may
be a
pplie
d pe
r elig
ible
vehi
cle sa
le. O
ffer i
s tra
nsfe
rabl
e to a
fam
ily m
embe
r livi
ng in
the s
ame h
ouse
hold
(pro
of of
addr
ess r
equi
red)
. Thi
s offe
r may
not
be r
edee
med
for c
ash
and
may
not
be c
ombi
ned
with
cert
ain ot
her c
onsu
mer
ince
ntive
s ava
ilabl
e on
GM
vehi
cles.
The $
1,000
cred
it in
clude
s HST
/GST
/QST
/PST
as ap
plica
ble b
y pro
vince
. As p
art o
f the
tran
sact
ion, d
ealer
will
requ
est c
urre
nt ve
hicle
regi
stra
tion
and/
or in
sura
nce t
o pro
ve ow
ners
hip.
GMCL
rese
rves
the r
ight
to am
end
or te
rmin
ate t
his o
ffer,
in w
hole
or in
par
t, at
any t
ime w
ithou
t prio
r not
ice. V
oid w
here
pro
hibi
ted
by la
w. A
dditi
onal
cond
ition
s and
limita
tions
appl
y. Se
e you
r GM
deale
r for
det
ails.
TO GUARANTEE OUR QUALITY, WE BACK IT
160,000 KM/5 YEARPOWERTRAIN WARRANTY
Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.
VEHICLE PRICING IS NOW EASIER TO UNDERSTANDBECAUSE ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE FREIGHT, PDI AND MANDATORY GOVERNMENT LEVIES
ALBERTACHEVROLET.COM
2013 SILVERADO EXT 4X4 CHEYENNE
LTZ EXT MODEL WITH CHROME ACCESSORIES SHOWN
EARN
1,000AIR MILES® REWARD MILES †
+
WITH $3,299 DOWN. INCLUDES $7,500†† CASH CREDITSBASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $29,495*.
FINANCE FOR 84 MONTHS AT
$149‡
$9,000COMBINED CASH CREDITS†† ON CASHPURCHASES. 2.51% EFFECTIVE RATE
25 MPG HIGHWAY11.2 L/100 KM HWY | 15.9 L/100 KM CITY
OR
0.99%AT
FINANCINGBIWEEKLY
PLUS+ OR
ON SELECT MODELS
FOR A LIMITED TIME
2013 EQUINOX LS FWD
LTZ MODEL SHOWN
46 MPG HIGHWAY6.1L/100 KM HWY | 9.2 L/100 KM CITY
*^
EARN
1,000AIR MILES® REWARD MILES †
+FINANCE FOR 84 MONTHS AT
WITH $2,399 DOWNBASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $28,595*
AT$144‡ 0%FINANCINGBIWEEKLY
PLUS, ELIGIBLE RETURNING CUSTOMERS MAY RECEIVE UP TO AN EXTRA
$1,000**
2013 CRUZE LS 1SA
LTZ MODEL SHOWN52 MPG HIGHWAY5.4 L/100 KM HWY | 8.2 L/100 KM CITY
*^
EARN
1,000AIR MILES® REWARD MILES †
+FINANCE FOR 84 MONTHS AT
BASED ON A PURCHASEPRICE OF $16,280*
$89‡ 0%AT WITH $0FINANCINGBIWEEKLY DOWN
PLUS, ELIGIBLE RETURNING CUSTOMERS MAY RECEIVE UP TO AN EXTRA
$1,000**
Photos by JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Two members of the National Lacrosse League’s Edmonton Rush, John Lintz and Jeremy Thompson, spent last Wednesday instructing at Erskine School.
Photos by JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
During an evening clinic with Stettler minor lacrosse teams last Wednesday, Jeremy Thompson (left) of the Edmonton Rush signs an autograph for Danny Schwarzenberger of the Stettler bantams, while John Lintz of the Rush poses for a photo between Stetter midgets Austin Rosland and Ty McCann.
Rush visit Erskine, Stettler