stettler independent, october 24, 2012
Post on 12-Mar-2016
294 Views
Preview:
DESCRIPTION
TRANSCRIPT
Readers can also fi nd the Stettler Independent at stettlerindependent.com
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
LIFE ON THE COLONY — At the Lone Pine Hutterite Colony, north of Botha, Joe Wipf hands out freshcarrots to university medical students on tour last Saturday. Stettler and area welcomed 56 medical students from University of Alberta as part of skills day. For more coverage of the students’ Stettler visit, see Page A3.
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
WHITE REALITY — After a few light dustings of snow in recent weeks, Stettler-and-area residents received a heavier dosage early Tuesday, as people began the winter routine of snow removal from their vehicles, driveways and walkways.
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
What is believed to have been a female black bear and her cub were spotted at Rochon Sands on Saturday.
Bill McTaggart said he and his 12-year-old grandson, Tyler, heard a loud bang in the yard and when they looked out-side, they caught sight of a mother bear and her cub by a garden shed.
McTaggart said he had been bird hunting and had temporarily stored the en-trails from cleaning the birds in the garden shed.
It’s suspected that might have attracted the bear to the yard.
Bear footprints were found in the yard and on the driveway.
“I’ve never seen a bear here before, but there have been a couple of sightings at the (Rochon Sands) provincial campground,” McTaggart said.
Contributed photo
by Mike Jackson
An apparent bear track was spotted outside a cabin at Rochon Sands last Saturday. Bill Mc-Taggart and his grandson noticed what they believe was a female black bear and her cub near a shed.
Mama bear and her cub spotted at Rochon Sands
VOLUME ONE HUNDRED SIX PM40011853 R08546 NUMBER FORTY-THREE STETTLER, ALBERTA October 24, 2012 PRICE – $1.09 Plus GST
Serving the Heart of Central Alberta for 105 years
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Tragedy struck ATCO Battle River power plant north of Halkirk last Thurs-day when a contract worker was killed on the job.
“The young man did not work for ATCO, but was doing contract work for them at the time,” said Cor-onation RCMP Sgt. Colm Fitz-Gerald.
Police and Alberta Occu-pational Health and Safety continue to investigate the death.
The name of the de-ceased was still being with-held as of Tuesday, pending notifi cation of the victim’s next of kin.
The man was identifi ed as a 23-year-old employee of AGAT Labs, an interna-tional company with a base in Calgary, said Lisa Glov-er, public relations offi cer for Alberta Occupational Health and Safety.
“A worker was perform-ing stack testing when he fell down onto an elevator,” Glover said.
“We’re not sure how far he fell. That will all be a part of the investigation.”
Glover said an investiga-tion could take up to two years to complete, as offi -cials thoroughly review the incident.
“The work he was doing is simply an environmen-tal air-quality monitoring process to sample a gas stream,” Glover said.
An offi cial with AGAT declined immediate pub-lic comment out of respect for the family of the victim. The spokesman, however, said AGAT plans to release a public statement in the coming weeks.
The Battle River trag-edy was the fi fth workplace fatality in as many days in Alberta, reported the pro-vincial Occupational Health and Safety division.
Contractor falls
to his death
at Battle River
power plant
Growing upfast …
AG SECTIONINSIDE
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY Wednesday, October 24, 2012Page A2
Webber Academy founder
remembers Endiang rootsLES STULBERG
Independent reporter
The prestigious Web-ber Academy in southwest Calgary has added a 500-seat, state-of-the-art Per-forming Arts Centre to its campus. The opening of the $15-million addition was marked with a grand-opening concert series, including an invitational gala, last Wednesday eve-ning.
The guests included an Endiang delegation.
The renowned private school has a local connec-tion through its founder and president, Dr. Neil Webber. The Webber family has deep roots in the Endiang community, where Webber spent much of his younger life.
“I am proud to have spent many years of my youth being raised at En-diang, where there are so many great down-to-earth people who have values that are so important to success in life,” said Web-ber, 76.
When the community of Endiang held its centen-nial celebration in 2010, Webber was asked to be parade marshal. He said he wanted to reciprocate the honour by inviting a group from the Endiang centennial committee to the gala.
“The meaning of neigh-bours is so different in the city than it was at Endi-ang,” he said. “At Endi-ang, you knew people for many miles around and the sense of community was such that neighbours helped neighbours who needed help at times.”
Representing Endiang at the gala were Terry Gallant, Art Gutsche, Do-reen Nixon, Winnie Pauls-en, Eleanor Schultz, Ken Schultz, Les Stulberg and Marlene Wallace.
Some of those attend-ing were former class-mates of Webber’s. Guts-che, Paulsen and both of the Schultzs reminisced with Webber about their Endiang school days many years ago.
“So many great mem-
ories came back while visiting with the Endiang group,” Webber said.
Gala guests were treated to a concert by New York entertainer, La La Brooks, an original member of the legendary 1960s’ girl group “The Crystals.” The group is best known for hits such as “Then He Kissed Me,” “He’s a Rebel” and “Da Doo Ron Ron.”
Webber’s grandpar-ents, Albert and Elizabeth Webber, took a home-stead at Endiang in 1914. Their son Charles became a grain elevator agent at Veldt, Leo, Big Valley and Craigmyle, before taking over the family farm at Endiang.
Charles Webber and his wife Katherine had nine children — Neil being the eldest.
Neil attended Endiang School until Grade 10, the highest grade offered there at the time, then completed high school and graduated in Castor.
Neil, like most of his siblings and mother, had a penchant for education and was involved in the teaching profession. He taught at Mount Royal College prior to being elected the MLA for Cal-gary-Bow — serving four terms.
Neil and his wife Dor-othy have five children, four of whom are involved in the academy. Their oth-
er son, Len Webber, MLA for Calgary-Foothills since 2004, was involved with the academy until entering politics.
After retiring from pol-itics, Neil Webber estab-lished the Webber Acad-emy in 1997, in a rented facility with 82 students and a mission to prepare students to thrive in uni-versity and beyond.
Webber said he ob-served during his teaching career that kids who had struggles usually got more help, but the advanced learners had to fend for themselves and seldom had the extra help to de-velop their full potential as future leaders.
In 2001, the academy opened their new facility on 47 acres overlooking the foothills and moun-tains. Today, the elite academy has 888 students registered, from junior kindergarten to Grade 12. The popular school’s classes are booked full until 2014.
The Webbers have 10 grandchildren and all are attending or have attended the family-run academy.
The highly-esteemed academy has an impres-sive record of achieve-ment.
For the past five years, the Fraser Institute’s Re-port Cards on Alberta Schools has ranked Web-ber Academy first at the elementary level, as well
as first or tied for first three times in the last six years at the senior high level.
Webber Academy students have also fin-ished first in Alberta on the Grade 9 provincial achievement tests for the past five years.
From the seven gradu-ating classes, 99 per cent of those students went on to university.
The academy requires students to learn at least one other language up to graduation.
Webber Academy’s academic-focus is well-known, but it also offers a full-range of options to complement the core sub-jects. Fine arts — includ-ing art, music and drama; options — computer sci-ence and multimedia; ex-tracurricular — debate club and speech tourna-ments; as well as athletics and citizenship add to a well-rounded educational experience.
The academy feels the arts play a major role in the development of stu-dents, and believes music enhances intelligence and drama provides students the opportunity to explore creativity.
The school has seen incredible growth and success and the opening of the Performing Arts Centre will be seen as a milestone in the school’s history.
Contributed photo
An Endiang delegation joins Webber Academy founder and president Dr. Neil Webber at the grand-opening gala in Calgary last week. From left are Les Stulberg, Doreen Nixon, Terry Gallant, Winnie Paulsen, Eleanor Schultz, Dr. Neil Webber, Ken Schultz, Art Gutsche and Marlene Wallace.
The $15-million performing arts centre is the latest addition to the WebberAcademy in Calgary. Founder Dr. Neil Webber went from humble beginnings as a farm boy in Endiang to president of one of Alberta’s elite private schools.
STETTLER WEEKLY FORECASTSTETTLER WEEKLY FORECASTinformation provided by theweathernetwork.com
WednesdayOct.24
ThursdayOct. 25
FridayOct. 26
SaturdayOct. 27
SundayOct. 28
MondayOct. 29
TuesdayOct. 30
ScatteredFlurries
ScatteredFlurries
VariableCloudiness
VariableCloudiness
VariableCloudiness
VariableCloudiness
Cloudy
High -3 Low-6 High -3 Low-8 High -5 Low -13 High -7 Low-12 High -3 Low -11 High 1 Low -12 High 1 Low -7
HALLOWEENCOSTUMESFOR RENT
Call Vivean at403-742-2738
Last Call- PurchaseYour Tickets Today!
2012 Business &Citizenship Awards
Thursday October 25, 2012
Cocktails 5:30pm, Dinner: 6:30pmSpeaker: Maurice Fritze
Tickets $30/each or $210 for a table of 8Purchase tickets at the Stettler Board
of Trade Offi ce6606-50 Avenue or call 403-742-3181
Stettler Regional Board of Trade & Community Development
LASTLASTCALL!CALL!
As your biggest investment, your home can have a tremendous impact on your future. That’s why choosing the right mortgage is so important. As an independent Mortgage Specialist at the Mortgage Centre, I analyze your needs, capabilities and goals, then I help you fi nd the mortgage that offers the best combination of rate, features and fl ex-ibility. The result? You get a mortgage that saves you money today and helps you build fi nancial security tomorrow.
TANA NIXON, AMP, Mortgage SpecialistThe Mortgage Centre – Watson Financial Corporationwww.mortgagecentre.com/tananixon
Phone 403-742-3215E-mail nixon.t@mortgagecentre.comAddress: 5019 - 51 Avenue, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0Head Offi ce: 2, 5511 Gaetz Ave., Red Deer, Alberta T4N 4B8
Each Mortgage Centre offi ce is independently owned
and operated.
Your future centreson your mortgage.
Tana works for you,not the lenders.
Enjoy the Spiritin our Store
5002 - 50 St. Call 403-742-0288 Stettler, AB
Anti-Aging SupplementsRaw Multivitamins
Omega 3 Fatty AcidsProbiotics • Goji Juice
Hemp Hearts • ColostrumZinc 25mg • Stem Cell Activator
Hyaluronic Acid • Advanced B ComplexSchuessler Tissue Salt • Astragalus
Betaine • Serra PeptaseHeart Support Garlic Combo
New 100% New Zealand Fleece Lined Woolen JacketsScarves, Toques & Mitts
Crystals & Crystal JewleryNew Books, CD’s, DVD’s
Feng Shui – Organic Food – Gluten Free ProductsWeightLoss Products – Chemical Free Personal Care
Ear Candles – Hair Color – Bath Salts and more
Time for a
Total Body
Cleanse
Subscribe Today!403-742-2395
A GREEN TIP: “Don’t Spook Mother Nature
on Halloween”
No one can do everything.Everyone can do something.
Sponsored by theHeartland Beautifi cation Committee
Rather than buying a new costume that you (or your child) will only wear once and throw away, get terrifi c “costumes” at Superfl uity and yard sales. Or, swap costumes with neighbors and friends. Avoid
disposable decorations and costumes. The only thing that’s scary about plastic witches and goblins
is the amount of time they’ll take to decomposein a landfi ll (400 years). Stuff old clothes with
newspaper for a scary scarecrow, or make dancing ghosts out of worn sheets and leaves.
Send the kids out with a re-usable bag or pillow case for candy. Enjoy a green Halloween!
BLIND ELEGANCE WINDOW FASHIONS
Fine Window Coveringsby “Elite”
RENA & CLIFF EVERETTBus.: (403) 742-1679Ph.: (403) 742-3625Cell: (403) 740-3796
* Lifetime Warranty* Free Installation
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT NEWS Page A3Wednesday, October 24, 2012
403-742-32231-888-711-32231-888-711-3223
403-742-3223403-742-3223403-742-32231-888-711-3223
Main Street, Stettler
WELLS FURNITUREMain Street, Stettler
www.wellsfurniture.cawww.wellsfurniture.ca
Win Your 649 Here at Wells!
Euro TopQueen SizeMattress Sets starting at $649
Stettler gives medical
students taste of life
in rural communities
CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST MENNONITE
Sunday School – 10 a.m.Service – 10:45 a.m.
10 miles south on 56 and 2 miles eastMinister Keith Klassen - 403-742-4048Minister Lorne Toews - 403-742-8824
GRACE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCHAffiliated with Fellowship of
Evangelical Baptists
Sunday School – 10 a.m.Morning Worship – 11 a.m.
Pastor David Lilly5923 - 51 Ave. 403-742-4400
CHRIST-KING CATHOLIC CHURCHMASS TIMES
1st Sunday – 11 a.m.2nd Sunday – 9 a.m.3rd Sunday – 11 a.m.4th Sunday – 9 a.m.5th Sunday – 11 a.m.
4916 - 54 St. 403-742-2047
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF ERSKINE
10 a.m. – Family Bible Hour (a class for all ages)11 a.m. – Worship Service w/Children's Church Senior Pastor: Rev. Ross Helgeton
Youth Pastor: James Choi403-742-5020
STETTLER UNITED CHURCH4820 - 51 Street 403-742-3387
www.stettlerunitedchurch.orgChurch service – 10:30 a.m.
Nursery care, children & youth programsEveryone welcome!
Minister Debbie Stockdale
WORD OF LIFE CENTER
Sundays – 10:30 a.m.
Pastors: Nathan & Beatrice Mullen
4832 - 50 Street (Main Street, Stettler)
403-742-0040
STETTLER ALLIANCE CHURCHSunday School - 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship – 10:30 a.m.West of Town Centre Mall
Pastor Scott WhitfordAssociate Pastor Brad Epp
403-742-1135
STETTLER COMMUNITYCHURCH
Summer Services – 5 p.m. www.stettlercommunitychurch.org
Pastor Will Brown5717 - 50 Ave.
403-742-2210
COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CHURCHESCHURCHES
ST. GEORGE’SANGLICAN CHURCH
Nursery, Sunday School& Morning Worship – 10 a.m.
The Rev. Dr. Carolyn Langford, Incumbent4817 - 51 St.
403-742-2149
Attend thechurch of
your choice.
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
The Stettler hospital and the community welcomed 56 nursing and physician students from Ed-monton last Saturday for a day of skills training and experience in a rural area.
“It is our hope that students will consider a rural Alberta placement, such as Stettler, after graduation,” said Aubrey Brown, the executive-director of the Stettler Regional Board of Trade and Community Development.
Mostly from the University of Alberta and some from Grant Mac-Ewan University, students in first or second year of studies engaged in skills day, organized by Alberta Rural Physician Action Plan and the Stettler Regional Physician Re-cruitment and Retention Commit-tee — and financially supported by the Town of Stettler and the County of Stettler.
“This exposure to a rural health facility may potentially lead one of these students to one day return to our area as a nurse or physician,” said Coun. Greggory Jackson, who represents the county on the local physician recruitment committee.
“I think the positive responses and experiences voiced by the stu-dents only reinforces the profes-sional dedication our local medical staff is known for.”
Medical staff also shared the benefits of small rural towns to pursue a medical career.
“We hope we can entice you to come to rural Alberta,” said Dr. Alasdair Drummond, chief of med-ical staff and practising in Stettler for 20 years.
“The nice thing about small
towns is that they are quiet and safe.”
Including a tour of Stettler with town councillors Jackson and Leo-na Thorogood, and to Lone Pine Hutterite Colony north of Gadsby, students gained a deeper appre-ciation for rural communities like Stettler.
While students have more years ahead at university, the initiation to rural life at an early stage is widely promoted at the U of A.
“Our hope is that students will enjoy this experience and consider more training in a small communi-ty,” said Charley Switzer, a U of A student from Oyen, who co-leads a special interest group to encourage graduates to enter rural medicine.
“If students don’t experience it, they’re less likely to choose to practise in a rural area.”
“Every hospital in these small towns needs physicians and other medical professions,” said High River’s Lee Rehak, a co-leader.
Since the skills day was started in 2004, Saturday was the first time nursing students participated.
“Hopefully, we can make this interesting, so nurses want to come to rural areas,” said Rosemary Bur-ness, medical students initiatives co-ordinator for RPAP.
“We have nursing students on this trip definitely looking for ru-ral positions.”
At least two of the students were enticed to rural communities.
“Before, I was adamant about working in a large community,” said Brittany Walsh, a second-year nursing student from St. Albert, now converted to rural practice.
“I like a small-knit community and it’s good to build rapport and you get to practise everything is rural areas.”
A first-year medical student was also attracted to small rural ser-vice.
“A rural community is some-thing I would choose to work — the closeness of a small town brings people together,” said Bretton Hari of High River.
Two local Grade 11 students from William E. Hay Composite High School in Stettler also got hands-on experience as they con-template their future fields.
“It’s a good opportunity to con-sider career options for the future,” Amy Son said.
“This is good to learn some of these skills,” Elly Bak said.
Over the years, the program has been a valuable tool to recruit pro-fessionals to rural areas.
“Skills days are an integral part of RPAP’s support of medicalstudents and these opportunities tie in well with our community engagement initiatives,” said Da-vid Kay, the executive-director of RPAP.
“By liaising with community groups, local area health-care facil-ities and Alberta Health Services, RPAP is able to provide hundreds of students every year a chance to experience real-world skills de-velopment in a rural community, which, for many, is their first expe-rience outside an urban centre.”
RPAP regularly helps host rural skills days for first- and second-year medical students who are attend-ing the universities of Calgary and Alberta.
Such skills days are seen by both the participants and the communi-ties that co-host them as an oppor-tunity for students to see some of the many benefits of living and working in some of Alberta’s rural communities.
In search of ... pictures of yourself, your family, loved ones or friends who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces during the first World War, the second World War, the Korean Conflict, Desert Storm, Afghanistan or any of Canada’s peacekeeping missions.On Wednesday, Nov. 7, the Stettler Independent, with the generous support of the local business community, will pay tribute to those who have answered Canada's call in time of need. We will publish a very special pictorial section honouring local veterans.
We urge you to dig through your old albums and find your favourite photo.
Please ensure your photos are clearly marked with your name, address and phone number.We cannot reproduce photocopies or laser prints of pictures.Bring your photos and completed form by Oct. 26 to:Stettler Independent4810 - 50 St.,or emailadmin@stettlerindependent.com
We will run as many photos as possible, but space is limited.
Advertisers: Please call advertising at The Stettler Independent, 403-742-2395, for information on how to be included in this publication.
PLEASE INCLUDE THIS INFO WITH YOUR PHOTO(S):
Name of veteran(s)
Branch of Service
Unit
Years Enlisted
Served in Which Theatre
JIM HORNE & JACK CHAPMAN
COURAGEREMEMBERED
One More GirlOne More Girl
One More Girl
Stettler DistrictAgricultural Society
presents
&&Tickets are
assigned seatingwith prices
varying from $40.00 to $65.00
dependingon proximity to
stage.
Together in concert on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012
at 7:30 p.m.
at the Stettler Agriplex
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets available at the
Stettler District Agricultural Societyoffice, call 403-742-6288
CANCELLED
CANCELLED
Whole Panel SurgeProtection Special
You probably have a surge protector on your TV and computer but what about your appliances?
Protect everything in your house. installed
$19500
Call for details
403-742-5111www.ampkoelectric.ca
Some conditions apply.
or less
For Business, Students & Home Needs
Stettler Lacombe Red DeerStettler Lacombe Red Deer
403.742.0448 403.782.1140 403.347.3344
www.advanced-systems.netwww.advanced-systems.net
Stettler Lacombe Red Deer
www.advanced-systems.net
ServersDesktopsLaptopsPrinters
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
During skills day last Saturday, Stettler physicians (back from left) Dr. Hassan Lockhat and Dr. Alasdair Drummond, chief of medical staff at the Stettler hospital, instruct casting to medical students (front row, from left) Bretton Hari and Bronwen Gould and Stettler Grade 11 students Amy Son and Elly Bak of William E. Hay Composite High School. The students spent the day visiting the Stettler area and sampling small-town life.
Page A4 The
The Stettler Independent welcomes letters to the editor, especially those dealing with topical or local issues. Letters should be a maximum of 300 words in length and must have the writer’s signature over a printed name, along with the writer’s address and telephone number. The phone num-ber won’t be printed. This newspaper reserves the right to edit letters for length and legal considerations. The deadline is noon the Friday prior to publication.
Send your letter to:The Editor, Stettler Independent,
Box 310, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0.
Fax: 403-742-8050
Email: editor@stettlerindependent.com
Copyright Notice: All printed material, including photographs
and articles, is the sole property of The Stettler
Independent. No reproduction of this material is permitted
without permission of the publisher-editor.
PublishedbyStettlerIndependent Management(a division of Black Press Group Ltd.)
each Wednesdayat4810 — 50 St.,Stettler, Alberta.--------
Box 310
Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Established 1906The leading weekly newspaper of Central Alberta
Kami RitzSeniorSales
Representative
Kaysi StromeAdvertising
Sales
Karen FischerProduction
403-742-2395
Fax: 403-742-8050
Newsroom:editor@stettlerindependent.com
Other inquiries:
publisher@stettlerindependent.com
or admin@stettlerindependent.com
Dedicated to the advancement of the well-being andthe preservation of the heritage of our community, which includes Stettler and the County of Stettler.
1906 ❤ 2012
2010 WINNER
We acknowledge the financialsupport of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities.
John MacNeilPublisher/Editor
Richard FroeseReporter
Les StulbergReporter
Debbie DoellClassifi ed
Sales
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Stettler & Area (100 km radius) .............$5040
Canada ..........................................................$6683
U.S.A. ......................................... NO GST $15000
Overseas ................................... NO GST
$19000
Single Copy Newsstand Price................... $109
ea.
GST Included
GST Included
Box 310, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0403-742-2395 FAX 403-742-8050
admin@stettlerindependent.com
SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL FORM
New � Renewal � Visa � Cheque �
Name:
Address:
Telephone:
VISA #: Expiry Date:
INDEPENDENTINDEPENDENTSTETTLERTHESUBSCRIPTION RATES
There seemed to be a collective sigh of relief from the entire west-ern Canadian cattle and beef industry when it was announced that JBS would be taking over management of the XL Foods Lakeside plant in Brooks.
There was probably a very good possibility that the plant was not going to re-open unless a white knight came to the res-cue. The financial hit the Nilsson brothers were go-ing to have to take along with the ongoing acrimo-ny between them and the CFIA would have made the operation difficult to start up again.
The arrival of JBS to the rescue is no surprise. Spokesmen for the com-pany speaking at cattle-industry events over the past year have indicated that they were actively looking for a way to ex-pand their operations into Canada.
For the giant global JBS organization, Can-ada was one of the last significant beef-produc-ing countries in the world where they did not have a serious presence. One suspects that JBS might already have had ex-ploratory talks with XL people prior to the recent E. coli debacle. Clearly, that event would have ex-pedited any interest JBS had in acquiring XL.
But if the industry is now relieved that JBS has arrived to save the day, that morning-after feel-ing may not be so pleas-ant once the company figures out what it needs to do to get the plant back on its feet.
If there is one obser-vation that the meat-pro-cessing industry agrees on it is that JBS knows how to operate big beef plants — their global success surely proves that. They have become known for acquiring pro-cessing plants that are in financial or operating difficulty and turning them around into viable operations. The question that should arise in those that have a stake in the XL Brooks plant from feedlot operators to plant workers is — how do they turn losers into win-ners. I expect the formula is pretty simple.
First, the positive side of the formula — JBS expertise in mas-sive production will see their experience used to streamline efficiencies in the XL plant like never before. Next, their glob-al marketing presence bodes well for increasing Canadian beef exports to entirely new markets. They are easily equal to, or even more, to Cargill in competing for markets anywhere, and they have the deep financial pock-ets to wage market share battles with anyone.
In addition, their sheer corporate global size should garner them some respect from even
the CFIA. That should help in re-establishing realistic plant food safety programs and inspection protocols.
There is, of course, the other side of the coin in achieving the goal of plant viability and profit-ability — cost reduction. There would be a number of ways to do that and a long time operator like JBS would know all the angles. If one agrees that JBS would know how to operate a big beef plant, they would surely know how to buy cattle at the lowest price.
I expect that after the initial honeymoon period, feedlot operators are go-ing to be faced with sharp and cunning JBS cattle buyers who have stared down the smartest cattle producers anywhere in the world. Successful meat plants anywhere are not usually so because they have an overly gen-erous livestock-buying policy.
It was discouraging to see the belligerence of the plant union boss in al-most cheering the demise of the Nilssons’ manage-ment of the plant. Union officials might yet come to regret the loss of those good times, if the other shoe hits the fan in mak-ing the plant viable.
It doesn’t take a ge-nius to figure out that the other way to profitability is to radically reduce la-bour costs. One expects JBS operating expertise will see efficiencies im-plemented to reduce la-bour — and that probably will not mean reducing the line speed in half. In fact, the production re-alities of XL might well come home to haunt the plant workers and their union.
Meat processing and labour costs are consid-erably higher in Canada than they are in the U.S. The possibility is that JBS after some analysis might just decide to elim-inate further processing jobs at Brooks and ship carcasses to their under-utilized American plants where labour costs are significantly lower. Con-sidering the attitude and history of the union at the Brooks plant, one can see labour relations turning sour sooner or later.
One doesn’t like to rain on the parade of industry relief, but there is a real-ity with the XL plant, if JBS can’t make it suc-cessful, they are not go-ing to buy the facility. If that happens, the plant’s life might be over, being it’s changed hands four times now, and the pro-cessing industry might have run out of white knights to save it again.
White knight
saves plant,
but he may
be last one
PromotingStettlerin the tradition ofCarl Stettler
About a year ago, I walked through a parking lot to go home. My truck has a keypad on the door and I’ve always liked the feature ... until that day. I couldn’t re-member the fi ve-digit code to unlock the door.
Several codes for banks and emails came to mind, but not the one I needed. No big problem, however ... sometimes we can fi ght fi re with fi re ... so out with another piece of technology. I called my wife on my cellphone and she provided me with the code which has been etched (hopefully, in-delibly) on my mind ever since.
The experience left me thinking that for most of us, life is becoming increasingly complex, if not outright cluttered. And as much as I enjoy new gadgets and toys, I’d really like to keep the mainstream of my life uncomplicated ... and particularly so with my faith.
It would be nice to be able to have a sim-plistic approach like that of race-car driver Bill Vukovich. He had the distinction of winning the Indianapolis 500 in both 1953 and 1954. In an interview, he was asked if there was a secret to his consecutive suc-cess at Indianapolis. He explained that there is no secret and that the matter is re-ally quite simple.
He said, “I just press the accelerator to the fl oor and steer to the left.” Obviously, the Vukovich approach would not work well on our highways, but his simplicity is admirable.
The apostle Paul wrote to the Corin-thian church, encouraging them to remain singular in their focus. He said, “I fear, lest somehow, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, so your minds may
be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ” (2 Corinthians 11:3).
He is not suggesting that believers be simpleminded; he is talking about a single-mindedness of faith, focus and loyalty.
A.W. Tozer (1897-1963) was concerned that Christians might be losing sight of the Lord by adopting a bells-and-whistles ap-proach to church. Quoting from the same verse, he said, “The simplicity, which is in Christ, is rarely found among us. In its stead are programs, methods, organiza-tions, and a world of nervous activities, which occupy time and attention, but can never satisfy the longing of the heart. The shallowness of our inner experience, the hollowness of our worship, and that servile imitation of the world which marks our promotional methods all testify that we, in this day, know God only imperfectly, and the peace of God scarcely, at all.”
In the midst of all of the complexity of these days ... don’t forget your code!
“The main thing about being a Christian is to see that the main thing remains the main thing.” Ray Steadman
Pastor Ross Helgeton is senior pastor at Erskine Evangelical Free Church.
TIME CAPSULE
Life needs to be ‘uncomplicated’
2002 — 10 years ago— Dr. Philip Vogel,
Stettler’s newest physi-cian, has joined the Heart-land Medical Clinic.
— Ware’s Jewelers’ landmark 25-foot sign, fi rst installed in 1958, was taken down for refurbish-ing. It’s expected back in six to eight weeks.
— Stettler-Lacombe MLA Judy Gordon re-ceived one of the Alberta Multiple Sclerosis Soci-ety’s highest awards in Edmonton.
— A head-on colli-sion, under icy conditions, claimed the life of 23-year-old Jason Harty of Alix.
— The Alberta Ag-Info Centre celebrated its grand opening, six months after opening in Stettler. In that period, the centre handled more than 50,000 calls.
— Shawn Schwartz won the men’s champion-ship at the Stettler Golf Club.
— The Endiang History Book committee launched its new history book, “En-diang — Our Home,” with a program and auction of the fi rst book.
1992 — 20 years ago— Westcan Malting
opened its $50-million
malting plant in Alix.— Premier Getty
warned that voting “no” on the constitutional refer-endum would be a risk to Canadian unity.
— Jean Gilbert has re-tired as Stettler’s FCSS director, after 18 years of service.
— Stettler’s 13-year-old Jodi Nitschke claimed the junior barrel-racing title at the Foothills Cow-boy Association fi nals in Red Deer.
— Byemoor Fire De-partment received $4,500 worth of safety equip-ment from Alberta Public Safety.
— Will Rehman cele-brated 30 years with Wares Jewelers.
— Heartland Stationers, headed by Yung Jin Lee and Jim Skow, was named small business of the year by the Stettler and District Chamber of Commerce.
— The IODE rummage sale was almost double last year’s total, according
to president Elfa Senft.
1982 — 30 years ago— Tom and Annie
Rudd, longtime residents of Erskine and Stettler, celebrated their 65th wed-ding anniversary at Heart Haven lodge.
— Premier Peter Lougheed was in Stettler for a luncheon on his re-election campaign.
— Sherri Clausen was named Byemoor Rodeo Queen.
— Eric Berg of Fenn won the pig race at Stettler Town Centre Mall.
— Stettler Wildcats extended their winning streak to 6-0, after de-feating Rocky Mountain House.
— E.T. the Extra Ter-restrial was playing at the Jewel Theatre.
— A joint venture by fi ve major Western Ca-nadian dairy co-ops will see the construction of a $4.3-million cheese pro-cessing plant at Bashaw.
— The Drumheller Co-op appointed Donna Dahl as the manager of the Buckskin Billy Inn cafete-ria at its Stettler location.
— Mrs. George Kerl grew a 21-pound cabbage in her Botha garden.
Premier Getty issues Canadian-unity warning
Les-sonsfrom the past
By Les StulbergIndependent reporter
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT NEWS Page A5Wednesday, October 24, 2012
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
Dr. Pieter Bouwer teaches skills for suturing to students, including May Lau and Stephanie Frigon, last Saturday in Stettler during a workshop for medical students.
ChubbyChickenorder-line:403-742-3636
Brought to youby your friends at
™
HERMAN® by Jim Unger
"My kid drew them on my passportpicture with a Magic Marker."
When we depart our earthly home for God’s resting place, it is not how long or brief our stay, but how we lived our lives that counts. Though we may mourn the passing of a loved one, we should also take comfort in the memory of the many kindnesses he or she has performed.
We conduct every funeral service as to be a source of comfort and inspiration to the living as well as a worthy
and memorable tribute to the departed.
Brennen Funeral Home& Cremation Services
4819 - 49th Street, Stettler
403-742-3315Serving Stettler & surrounding areas since 1927.
Locally owned & operated!
A Celebration Of LifeA Celebration Of Life
At its meeting last Tues-day night, Town of Stettler council made council ap-pointments, as well as des-ignating board and commit-tee responsibilities, for the 2012-13 term:
Mayor — Dick RichardsDeputy Mayors —
Coun. Darcy Bachman May 2012 — Oct. 2012 Coun. Steve Wildeboer Nov. 2012 — April 2013 Coun. Peter Simons May 2012 — Oct. 2013 Coun. Malcolm Fischer Nov. 2013 — April 2014 Coun. Al Campbell May 2014 — Oct. 2014
Committee of theWhole —
Mayor Richards, Coun-cillors Bachman, Campbell, Fischer, Simons, Thoro-good and Wildeboer.
CAO Stoutenberg is an administrative advisor to the above committee.
Beautifi cationCommittee —
Simons and WildeboerMembers at Large —
Rob Spencer, Will Brown, Sue Anne Hennessey, Grace Fix, Marilyn Crowshuman, John Leard, Graham Scott and Danielle Kennedy
Parks and Leisure Ser-vices — Lee Penner
CAO Rob Stoutenberg
Canadian BadlandsLtd. —
CampbellAubrey Brown
Citizens Recognition Committee —
ThorogoodJohn GrantVacant
Community PoliceAdvisory Committee —
SimonsMembers at Large —
Andrea Hatch, Chuck Or-lick, Will Brown and Fred Abbott.
County of StettlerHousing Authority —
SimonsAlt. Thorogood
Member at Large — Carol Nixon
Family and Community Support Services(FCSS) —
Bachman and FischerMember at Large — Ge-
lasia Long
IntermunicipalDevelopment Plan —
Mayor Richards and CAO Stoutenberg
Municipal Emergency Management Agency —
Committee of the WholeDisaster Services Direc-
tor — John Bishop
Parkland RegionalLibrary —
Bachman Alt. Campbell
Physician Recruitment —Mayor Richards, Thoro-
good and Wildeboer
Red Deer River Watershed Alliance —
Campbell Alt. Fischer
Regional FireAuthority —
Fischer and WildeboerCAO Stoutenberg
Regional WaterServices —
Campbell and Fischer Alt. Simons
CAO Stoutenberg
Stettler District Ambu-lance Association —
Simons and Thorogood
Stettler DevelopmentAuthority —
Bachman, Campbell, Fischer, Thorogood and Wildeboer
Stettler Health Service Foundation —
Thorogood
Stettler MunicipalLibrary Board —
BachmanAlt. Campbell
Librarian Mary Za-zelenchuk
Members at Large — Kathy Faltin, John Fraser, Gail Peterson
Stettler Regional Board of Trade and Community Development Service —
Mayor Richards and Wildeboer Alt. SimonsCAO Stoutenberg
Stettler Subdivision Authority —
Committee of the Whole
Stettler Subdivision and Development Appeal Board —
Members at Large — Doug Delker, Dave Dennis, John Grant and Russ John-ston
Alt. Sally Hurley
Stettler Town and County Airport Board —
Simons
Town Liason — Melissa Robbins
Members at Large — Bob Airey, John Wittwer
Flying Club Rep. — Henry Johnson, Garry Fix, Cam Andres
Stettler Town and Coun-try Museum Board —
Wildeboer Alt. CampbellMember at Large — Jim
Ainsworth
Stettler Waste Manage-ment Authority —
Campbell and FischerCAO StoutenbergMember of Operating
Committee
Union Negotiations — Bachman, Campbell and
ThorogoodCAO Stoutenberg
Town Solicitor —Brownlee, LLP
Town Assessor — Don Sheridan
Town Auditor — Gitzel, Krejci, Dand & Peterson
toyotires.ca
Reward yourself.
For a limited time, when you buy select sets of 4 TOYO Tires receive a rebate of up to $80.
Experience great TOYO handling on the drive to the slopes. And with the money you
save, you could treat yourself to a day of doing something really special.
Ask your dealer for full details. TOYO Tires …engineered for the real world.
R E B A T E O F F E R E N D S D E C E M B E R 1 5 T H , 2 0 1 2
$
Save up to $80
on select sets of 4
4501 - 51 Street, Stettler 403-742-4982www.tirecraft.com
Stettler council fills committees Concert called offSlow ticket sales have prompted the Stettler District Ag-
ricultural Society to cancel this Saturday’s concert, which was supposed to feature Julian Austin and One More Girl.
“Due to poor ticket sales, the board of directors has decided to cancel the event,” agricultural society actingpresident Laurel Pole said Tuesday.
“We didn’t want to do an injustice to Julian Austin and One More Girl.”
Pole said the ag society was in the process of notifying those people who had already bought tickets.
Hit-and-run case returns to courtA 24-year-old man charged in connection with a fatal
hit-and-run vehicle crash that killed a former Botha-area teenager this month was set to return to court today.
Brent Robert Cameron of Red Deer appeared in Red Deer Provincial Court last Friday and reserved plea to this week for charges of failing to stop and render assistance at the scene of a collision and for public mischief.
Paul Gabriel Bertin, 18, was killed in the hit-and-run incident on Red Deer’s Taylor Drive Bridge on Oct. 6 at about 2:05 a.m. Bertin was just a couple of blocks away from his home, where he lived with his brothers.
BRIEFS
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
More than 1,800 pounds of food was donated to the Stettler food bank as stu-dents from two schools packed a trailer to help Farm Credit Canada Drive Away
Hunger last Thursday.“We got great results
and collected about 1,860 pounds of food,” said Ron Podbielski, vice-president of communications, who visited Stettler, one of 40 communities selected for the tour.
“For a community this size, that’s an incredible amount of food donated. This doesn’t happen with-out people committed to make a difference.”
Podbielski especially acknowledged students and parents for their support.
Stettler and District Food Bank was overwhelmed by the gracious support, just after the annual community food blitz Oct. 1.
“It’s amazing that the community can do this and be so generous, soon after the annual food blitz,” said Kathy Willis, managing di-rector of the food bank.
“We are absolutely thrilled.”
She said the latest con-tributions would hopefully assist the food bank to package and distribute food hampers to applicants who need them the most.
“Stettler community support has been fantastic,” said Jon Hironaka, rela-tionship manager for FCC Stettler-Camrose.
“This is a way to help raise awareness for the needs of residents and a way to promote and encour-age people to give back to the community.”
Stettler last participated in the tour about four years ago, as FCC alters the loca-tions to serve as many com-munities, he said.
“I get emotional, know-ing children are hungry and seeing other kids helping out and buying food, know-ing it will go to those hun-gry kids,” Podbielski said.
The organization says al-most 40 per cent of the esti-mated 900,000 people who use a Canadian food bank each month are children.
“That’s more than 300,000 kids right here at home who regularly have to go hungry,” Podbielski said.
FCC Drive Away Hun-ger collected more than 2.4 million pounds of food for food banks across Canada in 2011.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT COMMUNITYPage A6 Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Stettler students Drive Away Hunger
with FCSS food drive for local food bank
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
Christ-King Catholic School students in Stettler donate food to Farm Credit Canada’s Drive Away Hunger trailer as (front row, from left) Reesa Garez, Marianne Nguyen and Ania Bohn and (back row, from left) Waycee Hellekson and Trey Strandquist sort through food items.
RICHARD FROESE/
Independent reporter
Kindergarten students from Christ-King Catho-lic School in Stettler help feed the hungry in the FCC food drive last Thursday as FCC Stettler-Camrose relationships manager Jon Hironaka (left) and FCC vice-pres-ident of communications Ron Podbielski accept donations from Damien Bremault (top) and Heath De Vries, Paul Dumont, Jordyn Friskie, Teagan Friskie, Suri Ruby and Billee Bolstad.
90th BirthdayCelebration
forPeter Chitrenky
You are invited to aBirthday Celebration on
Saturday October 27, 20127 – 10 pm
Stettler Legion Hall5014-51 Street, Stettler
403-742-2404
Happy family Janene, Robert, Piper & Tucker
~Don and Diane Andrews
together withIan and Laurie Burwash
are pleased to announce theengagement of their children
Robert and Janene.Wedding to take place in
Airdrie November 10, 2012.
STONESSTONES
12103TU1
Let us buy you lunch at UFA’s upcoming Appreciation Days. UFA appreciates your dedication to the industry, and as a thank you – lunch is on us. Join us at your local auction mart for Beef On A Bun, on site equipment displays and a coupon for exclusive savings from UFA.
Event datesth
st
nd
AFTER ALL YOUR HARD WORK, WE THOUGHT YOU MIGHT BE HUNGRY.
UFA.com
All you need to All you need to start your morning start your morning
A good cup of A good cup of coffee and thecoffee and the
Call 403-742-2395 Call 403-742-2395
SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE TODAYTODAY
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT NEWS Page A7Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Stettler Rotary Club’s Stettler Rotary Club’s
5050thth Annual AnnualFriendship DinnerFriendship Dinner
Friday, November 2, 2012Friday, November 2, 2012Stettler Community Hall
Happy Hour begins at 6:00p.m.
Entertainment by:Lewis & Royal
Tickets: $50.00available from any Rotarian
or call 403-742-6450to reserve yours now
Many chances to win over $4,000of cash prizes throughout the evening
ADVERTISING DEADLINEFRIDAY AT 5 P.M.
weekenderweekenderRegional
Regional
Regiononnl
Regional
Regional
Regional INDEPENDENT
STETTLERTHE
Phone 403-742-2395 • Fax: 403-742-8050
Serving East Central
AlbertaCHAD BLOCKAlberta Licensed Home Inspector& Associate Member of CAHPI
Ph: 403-820-2579Fax: 403-823-9446Email: mormacinspections@live.ca
www.mormacinspections.com
$37500/inspection
Accept Visa,MasterCard
& Interac
Lorilee Riggins is now at
Please phone 403-742-5512 to book your appointment.
*cuts, colors and all yourhair styling needs*
She brings with her 11 years experience from the Drumheller area.
Accepting appointments Tuesdaysand Wednesdays with evening
appointments available.
She brings with her 11 years experience
Timeless Elegance
Byemoor Community ClubByemoor Community Clubthanks everyone who came out and thanks everyone who came out and
supported our Annual Fall Roast Beef Suppersupported our Annual Fall Roast Beef Supperand to the many who helped with it.and to the many who helped with it.
It was a great success. Special thanks toIt was a great success. Special thanks to Castor Food Fare & Byemoor Store Castor Food Fare & Byemoor Store
for the grocery hampers. for the grocery hampers. They were won by: Eleanor Schultz, EndiangThey were won by: Eleanor Schultz, Endiang
& Bernice Clausen, Byemoor.& Bernice Clausen, Byemoor.Special thanks to the volunteers who Special thanks to the volunteers who
helped with this fund-raiser. Volunteers,helped with this fund-raiser. Volunteers, you are what keeps our communities alive you are what keeps our communities alive
and we thank each of you who helpedand we thank each of you who helpedwith this supper.with this supper.
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
Mayor Dick Richards expressed his support of the Stettler Rotary Club and has declared this week — Oct. 21 to 27 — as Po-lio Awareness Week in Stettler.
Rotary Club president Aubrey Brown said the in-
ternational campaign will help eradicate polio from the four remaining coun-tries where it still exists.
Just decades ago, thou-sands of Albertans were di-agnosed with polio. Many died, many were perma-nently affected and others were diagnosed with polio syndrome later in life.
The prevention process now underway is aimed at
preventing millions from suffering like Albertans did, as recently as the 1950s.
Local Rotarians say the Rotary Club of Stettler and the residents who support their community events are making a difference locally and internation-ally, and believe they’re close to eradicating polio completely.
At the Town of Stettler council meeting last Tues-day, Brown and fellow Rotarian Rob Stoutenberg presented a wall clock to the Town of Stettler and the Clearview School Di-vision for their joint board room.
Our annual exhibition gamebetween the Medicine Hat Tigers
and Red Deer Rebelswas ahuge
success!
Thank you to our many sponsors for your support!
Settler MinorHockey Association
• Agro Equipment
• Maxxam Analytics
• Apple Drugs
• Mielke Way Enterprises
• ATB Financial
• Otherside Restaurant
• Baker Hughes
• Parcels Trucking Ltd.
• Baltimore Financial
• Pelle Tubing Inspection
• Bondo Communications
• Ramada Stettler
• Boston Pizza - Stettler
• Royal Lepage Central
• Brennan Autobody
• Savage Drugs
• The Brick - Stettler
• Sean’s No Frills
• Burkard Contracting Inc.
• Skaley Landscaping
• Canalta Hotel Stettler
• Sobey’s
• Chapman & Associates
• Solution Corp
• CNRL
• Stettler Co-operators
• Crude Services Inc.
• Stettler Dodge
• DNR Pressure Welding
• Stettler GM
• East Central Hockey School
• Stettler Oil & Gas
• Gitzel Krejci Dand Petersen
• Super 8 Stettler
• Guns N Games - Source for Sports
• TAK Oilfi eld Sales and Service Ltd.
• Heartland Stationers
• Terroco Oilfi eld Services
• Hoopfer Construction
• Tervita Corp.
• John’s Mens Wear
• TKS Controls
• Johnson Connor Agencies
• TransCanada Pipelines Limited
• JT Autobody
• Transcend Safety Services
• Kal-tire
• Trident Exploration
• Keith’s Refrigerator
• Van Hawk Oilfi eld Equipment
• KOCH Fuels -Petro-Canada
• Vortex Services
• Lang Oilfi eld Services
• Woody’s Automotive
MEDICINE HAT TIGERS RED DEER REBELS
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Mayor Dick Richards (middle) accepts a wall clock on behalf of the Town of Stettler and the Clearview School Division. Making the presentation last week were Stettler Rotarians Rob Stoutenberg (left) and Aubrey Brown, the group’s president. At the same time, Richards declared this week as Polio Awareness Week in Stettler.
Mayor, Rotary Club show support
of Polio Awareness Week in Stettler
BRINGING YOU BRINGING YOU UP TO DATE UP TO DATE
WEEKLYWEEKLY
ANNOUNCEANNOUNCEYOUR BABY’S BIRTHYOUR BABY’S BIRTH
OR OR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONBIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
IN THEIN THECLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENTPage A8 Wednesday, October 24, 2012
WILLIAM E. HAY COMPOSITE HIGH SCHOOL
FALL AWARDS 2012October 5, 2012
Mr. Norbert Baharally — Principal Mrs. Myranda Shepherd — Vice-Principal
JOHN DAVID JEREMIAH SCHOLARSHIP Samantha Richmond
JOSTENS OF CANADA SCHOLARSHIP Terra Salmon
NORMA JEAN WEISENBURGER MEMORIAL Brooke Skocdopole
JOHN, ANDREW & CAROLINE CHAPMAN SCHOLARSHIPS Woody Brown Emily Chapman Erin Chase Kiera Lotoski Sarah Stratulate
SCOTIA BANK STETTLER BRANCH SCHOLARSHIP Lonneke Nooijen
BREWER DENTAL CENTRE SCHOLARSHIP Gr. 9 Dacia Gramlick Tristan Laughlin Gr. 10 Jessie Anderson
LARRY AMBURY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Stacey Detlor
ELKS CLUB OF STETTLER SCHOLARSHIPS Gr. 9 Academic Makenzie Coenen Rebecca Harvey Gr. 12 Academic Connor McComish Mykayla Sorensen
BEULAH AND LESTER LOHR SCHOLARSHIP Lonneke Nooijen
KEYERA CORP – NEVIS GAS PLANT Erin Chase Josh McCallum
HARVEY HENNEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Colin Foot
DR. SCOTT RAIRDAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Emily Chapman
STETTLER ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIPS Madison Hall Cheyla Lachowsky Jeffrey Martin Danielle Van Dusen
ATB FINANCIAL SCHOLARSHIP Connor McComish
JEAN AND T.M. ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIPS Alicia Baharally Woody Brown Erin Chase Kiera Lotoski Lonneke Nooijen Mykayla Sorensen Sarah Stratulate
DANA ROBERTS SCHOLARSHIP Shayla Neitz
BOB STEWART MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Allison Heier
WM. E. HAY EXCEPTIONAL FINE ARTS AWARD Erin Chase Braden Fleischhacker
HERITAGE ENTERPRISES LTD. SCHOLARSHIPS Jordan Bauman Jacques Du Toit Maggie Orlick Hye-Jin Son
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIPS ACADEMIC Gr. 12 Kiera Lotoski Mykayla Sorensen
Gr. 10 Automotives Scott Moxham Building Const. Tim Dahl Fabrication Dylan Houston Foods Jay Hwang Digital Photo. Justin Dadensky
Gr. 11 Foods Jeff Martin Building Const. Matthew Reinbold Joshua Taylor
Gr. 12 - MANNIE GRAY Eric George
Gr. 12 - PAUL BERG Emily Chapman
ROYAL PURPLE SCHOLARSHIPS Riley Anderson Claire Aspenes Aaron Boyd Taylor Elliott Shayla Neitz
INTER PIPELINE FUND DISCOVERY AWARD Erin Chase
I.O.D.E. FRONTENAC CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIPS ACADEMIC Gr. 9 Erin Yaremcio
Gr. 10 Meghan LaRose
Gr. 11 Kyla Steinwand
Gr. 12 Alicia Baharally Woody Brown Emily Chapman Carly Christie Kiera Lotoski
RHINEHART “BOBBY” CORNELSSEN SCHOLARSHIPS Erin Chase Connor McComish
OTTO & ROSA CORNELSSEN SCHOLARSHIP Alicia Baharally Daylon Brown
ENCANA HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARHIP Connor McComish
MERIT CONTRACTORS SCHOLARSHIPS Eric George
Governor General’s Medal andVera Hansen Governor General Scholarship
EMILY CHAPMAN
T.D. BANK FINANCIAL GROUP Grace ChapmanKeirsten Docherty
OL’ MacDONALD’S SCHOLARSHIP Cassidy Munholland AGRO STETTLER SCHOLARSHIPS Taylor Marko Maverick Wilford
ONE BETTER HAIR DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP Kylie NeitzKayla Ramstad
MARVEL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP Kylie NeitzKayla Ramstad
I.O.D.E.FRONTENACCHAPTER CTS SCHOLARSHIPS
WILHELM KRAUTT SCHOLARSHIP Sarah Stratulate
ROYAL BANK STETTLER SCHOLARSHIPS Sarah Stratulate
EDNA CRAWFORD SCHOLARSHIP Cade Bengert Steffanie Finkbiner
HEARTLAND AUTO SUPPLY AWARD Eric George
HERITAGE ENTERPRISES LTD. SCHOLARSHIP Gr. 10 Cosmetology Hillary Clarke Gr. 11 Cosmetology Shayla Neitz Miranda Peters
VERA HANSEN SCHOLARSHIPS Woody Brown Lonneke Jooijen Brooke Skocdopole Wonil Son Sarah Stratulate
VERA HANSEN VALEDICTORIAN SCHOLARSHIP Emily Chapman
MAEVE LYALL SCHOLARSHIP Matt Tokarchik
GLEN FORRESTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Cade Bengert
COLIN CASSIDY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Cody Mills Eric George
BATTLE RIVER CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP Gr. 12 Academic Woody Brown Brooke Skocdopole Dig. Photo. Cody LaRose Ryan Ponich
I.O.D.E. FRONTENAC BURSARIES Kelsey Bissett Dylan Muhlbach Miranda Parker Mykayla Sorensen
I.O.D.E. HANSEN BURSARY Cade Bengert
WILLIAMS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPS RAP Program Kylie Neitz
Apprenticeship Program Jessica Bolin
Applied Program Alicia Baharally Rush Davis-Hall
ASPEN FORD SCHOLARSHIP Mitchell Brinson
STETTLER GM SCHOLARSHIP Gr. 10 Connor Kirton Gr. 12 Stefan Banziger
L. WAYNE JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP Blaine Gendre
KINETTE CLUB SCHOLARSHIP Alicia Baharally Mykayla Sorensen
A.T.A. STETTLER LOCAL #33 SCHOLARSHIPS Gr. 10 Academic Nicholas Baharally Maggie Mackenzie Nathan Spencer Jennifer Taylor
Gr. 12 Comm. Tech. Danny LaRose
PENGROWTH CORP. SCHOLARSHIP Gr. 12 Academic Connor McComish
Gr. 10 Comm. Tech. Morgan Sorensen Tyson Novakowski
Gr. 11 Comm. Tech. Taylor Elliott
Gr, 12 Comm. Tech. Tannen Novakowski
STETTLER DODGE AND RV LTD. SCHOLARSHIP Eric Spruyt
Alicia BaharallyEmma BaileyWoody Brown
Emily ChapmanCade Bengert
Erin ChaseMatt Faltin
Kiera LotoskiConnor McComishLonneke Nooijen
Brooke SkocdopoleMykayla SorensenSarah Stratulate
Quade AndersonAlicia BaharallyCade BengertKelsey BissettWoody BrownLauren Brus
Emily ChapmanErin Chase
Carly ChristieJordan Dryden
Steffanie FinkbinerMackenzie FisherMonica Gendre
Matthew HataleyAllison HeierKiera LotoskiDavid Lyster
Joshua McCallumHaley-Rae Moir
Lonneke NooijenAimee Roste
Brooke SkocdopoleWonil Son
Mykayla SorensenNicola Starling
Sarah Stratulate
Wm. E. Hay Gr. 12 Honour Awards
Premier’sPlaque
MYKAYLA SORENSEN
AlexanderRutherford
ScholarshipsGr. 10 Building Const. Andrew Nibourg Fabrication Scott Moxham Cosmetology Brittany Dahl Foods Meghan LaRoseGr. 11 Building Const. Morgan Hamilton Automotives Theren Churchill Foods Brittany Hofer Fabrication Riley AndersonGr. 12 Building Const. Cody Wright Foods Stacey Detlor Fabrication Chance Derr
Grade 12 honours — back row: Connor McComish and Cade Bengert; middle row: Emma Bailey, Erin Chase, Kiera
Lotoski, Emily Chapman and Alicia Baharally; front row: Lonneke Nooijen, presenters K. Checkel and P. Dittrick,
and Sarah Stratulate. Missing: Woody Brown, Matt Faltin, Brooke Skocdopole and Mykayla Sorensen.
Stettler Rotary Club — Grade 11 academics: back row: Danielle Van Dusen and Madison Hall; front row: Jeffrey
Martin, presenter A. Brown, and Cheyla Lachowsky.
IODE Frontenac Chapter (academic) — back row: Emily Chapman, Kiera Lotoski and Carly Christie; front row: Erin Yaremcio, Kyla Steinwand, presenter E. Senft, and Alicia Baharally. Missing from the photo are Meghan LaRose
and Woody Brown.
Elks Club of Stettler (presenter N. Morrow) — Grade 9Academics: Mackenzie Coenen and Rebecca Harvey; Grade 12 academics: Connor McComish and Mykayla
Sorensen (missing).
Keyera Corp. — Nevis Gas Plant (presenter J. Tennant) — Grade 12 academics: Josh McCallum and Erin Chase.
Governor General’s Medal and Vera Hansen Governor
General’s Scholarship — Emily Chapman (winner of both).
Dr. Scott RairdanMemorial (presenter J.
Moore) — Grade 12 aca-demics: Emily Chapman.
Edna Crawford (Grade 12) — Steffanie Finkbiner, presenter G. Moorlag, and Cade Bengert.
Beulah and Lester Lohr (presenter E. Strandquist) — Grade 12 academics:
Lonneke Nooijen.
Colin Cassidy Memorial (Grade 12 CTS) — presenter Y. Cassidy and Eric George.
Missing is Cody Mills.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT REGIONAL Page A9Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Bagshaw Electric ADVERTORIAL
Local girl returns after 11-year recruitment expeditionAllison has worked at Bagshaw
Electric since the age of nine. “I started by taking out garbages
and dusting shelves after school, says Allison.
After a year or so, she decided that she didn’t feel like going anymore and stopped showing up. “I was fi red,” says Allison. “I couldn’t believe my own parents fi red me.” After a month or two, she begged and pleaded to get her job back. She worked there again until her teen years when she developed a bit of an attitude. She was fi red again!
“She was rehired a year later after she stopped being such a brat,” says Beth, controller at Bagshaw’s and Allison’s mother.
“If I get fi red now in my 30s I think I have a real problem!” says Allison.
Like many other teens, Allison was itching to leave Stettler and see the world. She graduated from high school, worked at Bagshaw Electric for one year and moved to Calgary. She took a basic electronics course and later obtained an A+ Computer Technician Certifi cate.
In 2002, Allison decided to meet Kevin in person. “We met online a couple months earlier and he was so fun to talk to and made me laugh. I had only ever seen one picture and he appeared very small. Was I ever surprised when this six-foot-two tall, dark and handsome guy came walking towards me.”
Allison and Kevin were married in 2005. They have two children, Preston is six, and Jasmin is almost two.
The general knowledge she learned as a youth at Bagshaw’s and the courses she had taken served her well when she applied at a lighting and electrical wholesaler in Calgary. She started as order desk and inside sales person and was promoted to project co-ordinator and preparing quotes for large and small tenders. She acquired an extensive knowledge of brand names and parts and developed a special interest in lighting.
This spring, Allison and Kevin made the choice to move back to Stettler and join the family business.
“I am glad that Allison has returned, especially having such a long history with
the business, and brought back Kevin with his knowledge of business management and variety of experience,” says owner, and Allison’s father, Charlie.
Barb Goodwin of the Phoenix House Bed and Breakfast also a co-member with Bagshaw’s at the Stettler Board of Trade says, “Allison basically went on an 11-year recruitment expedition to bring
back fresh blood. I’m thrilled to see theyounger generation coming back to thecommunity with fresh ideas.”
“It was a very hard decision to leaveCalgary and the relationships I haddeveloped with clients and co-workers,”says Allison, who spends her spare timeplaying with the kids outside and at thepark, going for walks, reading, watchingmovies and going on “sushi dates” withPreston. “I think this is a great town toraise our children and I really like mytwo-minute daily commute.”
---------------------------To celebrate our 65th birthday, we are
celebrating our people. This week, wecelebrate Allison Kerik, who has been withus off and on (a few times!) since April 1993.We hope you’re not reading this too late, butour barbecue celebration is today starting at11! Hope to see you there!
BAGSHAW ELECTRIC LTD.“Electrifying since 1947”
Come visit us at 6128 - 50 Street
403-742-2707
Allison returns to Stettler after11 years with some new ideas.
Bashaw mayor steps downRICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Just one year before the next mu-nicipal election, Bob Cammidge has re-signed as mayor of the Town of Bashaw, effective Oct. 31.
“After close to 12 years involved as part of town council in Bashaw, I be-lieve it is time for a change in future di-rection and adventure in my life,” Cam-midge said as he read his resignation letter during a regular council meeting last Thursday.
He declined to elaborate on his per-sonal reasons for leaving office prema-turely.
“It was just a decision I had made,” Cammidge later told the Bashaw Star.
“It was time.”For the next year, the town plans to
operate with a council of one mayor and three councillors, because the Mu-nicipal Government Act states the va-cant seat isn’t required to be filled with less than one year to go before the next election.
Bashaw council plans to appoint the new mayor in the coming weeks.
Mayor for the past five years, Cam-midge, 72, said he has enjoyed his ten-ure as a councillor and as mayor, while working with “skilled and dedicated” colleagues.
“It is both an interesting and chal-lenging position, rightly demanding both time and full attention,” he said.
“I leave knowing that the Townof Bashaw will be in the hands ofboth experienced and dedicatedpeople interested in the good of
the entire community.”Council members lauded Cammidge
for his efforts.“We offer our sincere thanks for all
your service,” said Coun. Rob McDon-ald. “The town is a better place because of your involvement.”
“You dedicated a lot of time and ef-fort to the community,” said Coun. Ja-son Olson.
Penny Shantz, an eight-year council-lor, saluted Cammidge for his dedica-tion to trying to make the Bashaw com-munity better.
“His first thoughts were what’s best for the community,” said Shantz, the longest-serving member after Cam-midge’s 12 years of service.
As he leaves public office, the re-tiring Bashaw mayor fondly rates his longtime hometown as a strong com-munity.
“I think Bashaw is very vibrant,” Cammidge said.
“People take pride in their proper-ties — and Bashaw is a safe place for families.”
With a prominent and ever-growing seniors’ population, the new Bashaw Meadows supportive-living complex under construction on 56 Avenue has been his major highlight as a council-lor, Cammidge said.
“It was in the works for about 10 years and I was behind it all the way.”
Scheduled to be open by the spring of 2013, the new Bashaw seniors’ com-plex is slated to accommodate 63 af-fordable residential units for seniors and people with disabilities. It will re-place the Bashaw Valley Lodge.
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
Bashaw Mayor Bob Cammidge cited personal reasons last Thursday as he announced his resignation as the town’s mayor, effective Oct. 31.
Cammidge departs with one year left in mandate
Oct. 18, 2012
Members of Bashaw town council:Consider this my official let-
ter of resignation as mayor of the Town of Bashaw, effective Oct. 31, 2012.
After close to 12 years involved as part of town council in Bashaw, I be-lieve it is time for a change in future direction and adventure in my life.
I have enjoyed my terms as a (Bashaw) councillor and as mayor.
It is both an interesting and challeng-
ing position, rightly demanding both time and full attention. Working with skilled and dedicated people has been a bonus.
I leave knowing that the Town of Bashaw will be in the hands of both experienced and dedicated people
interested in the good of the entirecommunity.
Thank you for your help during this veryinteresting term of my life.
Robert CammidgeMayor of Bashaw
‘I leave knowing that Bashaw will be in the hands of both experienced, dedicated people’
RESIGNATION LETTER FROM THE MAYOR
RCMP in Bashaw and Stettler have recovered more than $75,000 in stolen property and have laid charges in connection with the case.
Last Monday, Bashaw RCMP arrested Trever Hag-gkvist, 38, of Mirror for multiple personal and prop-erty offences affecting the communities of Bashaw, Stettler and surrounding areas, police said in a news release Thursday.
Haggvist was scheduled to make an initial appear-ance in Red Deer Provincial Court last Friday to face six charges of possession of stolen property and one count each of:
— intimidation of a justice-system participant (in releation to a previous charge);
— assault;— mischief endangering life;— possession of a firearm without a licence.During their investigation, Bashaw police officers
recovered items estimated to be valued at more than $75,000. Those items include one Bobcat skid-steer, two all-terrain vehicles, one UTV.
“It is believed that these items had been reported
stolen in Innisfail, Lacombe, Morningside, Mirror and Erskine,” said Bashaw RCMP Const. Brent Dueck.
Stettler RCMP officers also charged Haggvist for Stettler-area offences, relating to 13 thefts and one case of mischief.
“This is another great example of the work ac-complished by our RCMP officers in their ongoing commitment to keep Alberta communities safer,” said Staff-Sgt. Gord Glasgow of the RCMP CentralAlberta District.
“It further highlights the dedication of members from smaller detachments, such as Bashaw and Stettler, who are aware of this individual’s activities and act ac-cordingly through the pursuit of investigations.”
Police are still investigating and seeking additional information from the public for those and any other related offences.
Anyone with information is asked to contactthe Bashaw or Stettler RCMP detachments or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-222-TIPS (8477).
Stettler, Bashaw RCMP make bust
Turn off the television.
Turn ontheirminds.
In school or at home, the newspaper is a textbook for life. Encourage your children to make reading the newspaper a part of their everyday routine for lifelong learning.
Celebrate Newspaper in Education Week by donating your newspaper subscription or sponsoring a classroom subscription today! Call 403-742-2395 INDEPENDENTINDEPENDENT
STETTLERTHE
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT DISTRICT Wednesday, October 24, 2012Page A10
Botha students already show Halloween spirit
It’s starting to look like winter more and more now all the time. We woke up to snow on the ground three times in the past week, and the temperatures are drop-ping. Hopefully, it doesn’t stay for the winter, but this is Alberta, after all.
What an exciting time of year, though.
Children are starting to count down the days un-til their big day arrives — Halloween.
At the Botha School, students are doing some Halloween activities, and getting ready for the big day.
Then, the fi rst day of No-
vember is hunting season again. A lot of hunters are getting their guns ready.
It’s hard to believe both these annual events are only about a week away.
An exciting afternoon is coming up this Sunday. It’s time for the Old-time Halloween Dance to take place, so wear your great outfi t and come on out. There will be prizes for the best costumes. Sounds like a lot of fun, and it starts at 1:30 p.m.
The band that will be entertaining that afternoon is the Old Tyme Airies, so make sure you come on out and join in the fun. It will be a pooled lunch, so please bring buns/sandwiches or dessert to share with every-one. People of all ages are invited to all the dances.
This Monday, Oct. 29, it’s quilting time again. All are invited to the Botha Senior Centre at 9 a.m for a great time. Even if you
have never quilted before, feel free to join the regu-lars.
Bingo night happens again on Nov. 6 (Tuesday) at 7:15 p.m., so make sure you grab your friends and Bingo dabbers and come out for a great time.
Also on Nov. 6, starting at 11:30 a.m., come out for the monthly Botha meeting held at the Botha Senior Centre. This is a pot-luck, so please bring something with you to share. All se-niors are welcome to attend the meetings. New mem-bers are always welcome.
This Thursday is a big and exciting time at the Botha Senior Centre. It’s the Botha Floor Curling Tournament. We wish all curlers good luck. The event begins at 9 a.m. sharp.
Hazel and Murray Da-vidson would like to wish their daughter, Caitland Davidson, a very special birthday. Happy Birthday,
Caitland.Enjoy the day.Book your tables now
for the exciting Botha Craft Show happening Nov. 3. It’s an exciting show and the tables will go quickly. So please phone Marsha Mailer ASAP to book your table now. Marsha’s num-ber is 403-742-2559.
The Botha School is now accepting items for the Operation Christmas Child Program. The items that you might want to send to school with your child are school supplies, toys, hard candy and hygiene items.
Nov. 1 is also the fi rst Movie Night in Botha, so make sure you come out for this great event.
Military whist is hap-pening again next month. They will hold their game on Monday, Nov. 19, at 1:30. They are really hop-ing new players will join them in the fun. So if you enjoy playing cards, be sure to come out, even if you have never played the game before.
This will be the last Sun-day for the 1 p.m. church services. As of Nov. 5, the start time will change to 11 a.m. So please take note of that change and come out and worship with them. They would love to seeeveryone come out.
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Foster parents and families in the Stettler area are being recognized this week for their dedication and care for children and youth in their homes.
“It makes a difference in people’s lives and that’s important,” said Mayor Dick Richards, who locally proclaimed National Foster Family Week from
Oct. 22 to 27.“National Foster Family Week gives us the opportu-
nity to say thank you and recognize the important con-tributions foster families make to support families,” said Laverne MacKenzie, supervisor for Child and Family Services in Stettler.
Encompassing the Stettler area, the central Alberta region enrolls 417 foster and kinship homes with about 500 children and youth in care, said Rhonda Coubrough, regional manager of public relations for Central Alberta Child and Family Services Authority.
“We want to celebrate foster parents and caregivers who care for children and youth in their homes and get the message out that more are needed in communities like Stettler,” MacKenzie said.
“Our heartfelt thanks go to foster parents who are the heroes among us.”
Whenever possible, children and youth in care are placed in their home communities.
Kinship care might be an option when extended fam-ily, or those who have a significant relationship with a child, can play an important role.
Foster parents are selected from lengthy criteria, which includes that they have not had an additional child
in the past 12 months and/or are not currently expect-ing an additional child thorough pregnancy or adoption, and are physically and mentally capable of meeting the child’s needs, with no major illness or trauma in the past 12 months.
Many people have become foster parents for various reasons, as reflected in these quotations.
“We love kids.”“If I can help for a day or a year, that’s what mat-
ters.”“The look on their faces when they know they’ve
found the family.”Supports are provided through Alberta Human Ser-
vices foster-care support workers, agency foster-care support workers, other foster parents and the Alberta Foster Parent Association.
Supports include, but are not limited to, ongoing contacts and visits from the foster-care support worker and the child’s caseworker, training, resources for re-spite and child care, peer support, support groups, and recognition events.
For more information, phone Central Alberta CFSA caregiver recruiter at 403-755-6104 or toll free; first dial 310-0000 and then the number.
Wait no longer... Start your Christmas shopping here!
Clip out his ad and receive $1.00 off the admission. Limit 1/person. SI-1
Fri. Oct. 26(10 AM - 9 PM)
Sat. Oct. 27(10 AM - 6 PM)
Sun. Oct. 28(10 AM - 5 PM)
Westerner ParkRed DeerMagnificentHandcrafted
Items from allacross CanadaArtwork courtesy of Bernie Brown
Art & Craft Sale
ShopCanadian
Handmade...
...ForChristmas and You!
RICHARD FROESE/Independent reporter
Stettler Mayor Dick Richards signs a document to proclaim National Foster Family Week from Oct. 22 to 27 in Stettler. With him are foster parents Elaine McAndrew (left) and Lindsay Langan and (standing, from left) foster parent Lori Docherty, caseworker Judi Pyett, foster parent Darryl Langan and Laverne MacKenzie, the supervisor for Child and Family Services in Stettler. The special week recognizes the vital contributions that foster parents and families make in the lives of young people.
Town salutes foster parents, families
In the 1950’s many Albertanswere diagnosed with Polio.
Many of the survivors nowsuffer from Polio Syndrome. Your continued support of theRotary Club of Stettler is makinga difference in the 4 remainingcountries where Polio still exists.
Thank you.
Polio Awareness WeekOct. 21-27
Polio still cripples thousands of children around the world. With your help, we can wipe this disease off the face of the earth forever.Visit rotary.org/endpolio to help.
END POLIO NOW
We are This Close to Ending Polio
Archbishop Desmonf Tutu
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT DISTRICT Page A11Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Marie Jensen’s estate auction sale is not the 20th, but rather this Saturday, Oct. 27, in the Morrin Community hall.
Last Monday, Oct. 15, Lois Kiemele and her helpers host the monthly birthday party at St.Mary’s Health Care Centre in Trochu. Ray Duft, with his musical helpers, supplied the music for everyone’s enjoyment. There was fi ve birthdays this month — Helen Ainslie, Elsie Greg, Lou Frere, Muriel Stephensen and Paul Gelinas.
The month of November birthdays will be host by Elaine Wiesse. Marion Stiekel and her group of musi-cians from Three Hills will be on hand to make music for all.
Congratulations to one of the new homeowners, Nel-lis Foesier. Nellis bought a house in Drumheller and has now moved in. He has been working for a few years at Highway 9 in Drumheller and driving from the farm into town. He’s much closer now.
Word has been received of the passing of Helen Lamb of Calgary. Helen is the daughter of Homer Lamb and sister to Leona Marshall. Her funeral was planned for the Rowley Heritage United Church on Monday, with in-terment in the Rowley cemetery.
The Rumsey-Rowley 4- H Beef club held a re-organi-zational meeting in the Rumsey AgriPlex on Monday. If you have any questions, call 368-3733. Leo Johnson is the head leader this year.
This past Sunday was the day for services in the Mor-rin United Church when Jerry and Judy. The fi rst Sunday of November, the 4th, there will be a Remembrance Day service in the Morrin Community hall, at which time the Morrin Bethany Lutheran church and the Morrin United Church combine together to “Remember.”
Pastor Skip MacArthur and Rev. Mervyn Penfound will share the service. The start time is 10:30 a.m.
Last Tuesday, neighbours went over to Helen Steen’s house for afternoon tea. Sunday, Oct. 14, was her 85th birthday. Family gathered around over the weekend
to do some celebrating.Congratulations to another couple who celebrated
their 50th wedding anniversary over the weekend. Mick and Marge Chambers of Morrin celebrated with family and friends at suppertime in the Morrin Community hall on Saturday, Oct. 20, prior to dancing to the swinging music of the Bixbys from Drumheller.
Again, the date of the annual fall supper in Rumsey is Saturday, Nov. 4. Each year, this supper is the fi rst Saturday in November. This year, there will music for dancing following the supper meal. “The Freres” is the name of the music.
Last Friday evening, at the new community centre in Drumheller, the Duke of Edinburgh awards were pre-sented. The students receiving them included Jonathon Kiemele, Evan Hampton, Kailyn Wolf, Ryan Lawerance, Lowell Nelson and Bradley Nelson. Congratulations to all the winners of such a prestigious award.
Also last Friday, family and friends gathered at the Sundre Elks Hall to do a “Celebration of Life” for Gwen and Dale Fletcher of Sundre. Dale passed away Oct. 10, 2011, and Gwen passed away barely one year later, Oct. 19, 2012. The Fletchers moved to Sundre in 1969. They have three children, Randy and Denise of Cochrane, Brenda and Bob Johnston of Sundre, and Tom from Sherwood Park and three grandchildren and three
greats. Arlene Hautzinger was the hostess for the service. Gwen had one sister, Donna, and Jim Hale of Rimbey. These two girls are the daughters of Flossie and Ernest McNaughton, who lived in the Rumsey area for many years.
Over the weekend, Lorraine and Gerald Foesier had a surprise visit from their son Jeremy from Fort McMurray and Nancy and Simon from Edmonton. While here, they were able to take in the steak and lobster night in Rowley. Bad weather that day took its toll on attendance, but the event was sold out anyway.
On Sunday, Nov. 11, there will be a Remembrance Day service at 11 a.m. at the Rumsey Drop-In Centre, with refreshments to follow. The drop-in building, at one time, was the Rumsey Legion Hall.
On Sunday, Oct. 28, the Morrin Lions Club has planned a pancake breakfast in the community hall from 9 a.m. to noon.
Admission is by donation and all proceeds will be going to the Morrin Library. There will be a Diabetes Awareness station set up at the event.
Remember to get your tickets to “The Chevelles,” a group coming into Rumsey for an evening of entertain-ment sponsored by the Morrin Figure Skating Club. Call Sandy at 368-2172 for tickets and more information.
This Saturday night, there will be a concert at the Drumheller Knox United Church, beginning at 7 p.m. A group of three men, “The Tenors,” will be singing. Every-one is welcome and there will be a goodwill offering.
Big Valley Christmas Craft sale is Saturday, Nov. 17.Curling season is here and super league will be start-
ing soon. Games on Friday nights are at 7 and 9 o’clock. For spectators, it’s good curling to watch.
Open-league curling will begin the fi rst part of No-vember and anyone wanting to curl this winter is asked to call Ken MacFarlane at 368-2128 to get on a team. There will be three different nights of curling; men’s, women’s and mixed teams.
Remembrance Day events set for early November
Verle KlassenPh 403-741-4483 • Fax 403-742-4560
trufence@live.ca
Tru-FenceGood Fences Make Good Neighbours!
• Oilfi eld• Commercial• Residential• Farm Fencing• Barbed Wire• Wood• Vinyl
• Chain Link• Page Wire• Rail Fence• Corrals• Fence Installation• Removal• Rentals
~ Residential ~ Commercial
Buzz Andersen General Contractor Over 30 years experience 403-742-1330
~ Farm Buildings ~ Renovations
Winter came with a swift vengeance; cold and white.
Congratulations to Candice Quance and Kent McKenzie, who were married in September at Niagara Falls.
Open house and dance were held Oct. 13 at the Stettler Community Hall with many friends and family in attendance.
Several friends and neighbours gathered in the Duris home to help
Julius celebrate his 80th birthday. Happy birthday, Julius!
Delores and daughter
Barb have returned from Seattle, where they stayed in the Panama Hotel made famous through the book, “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet,” by Ja-mie Ford.
The Omega Circle met at Paulette’s to finalize
this Saturday’s Omega bazaar to be held at the Gadsby community hall. The bazaar starts at 2 p.m. — there will be pail priz-es, door prizes, a guessing game and fish pond, bake and craft tables, with cof-fee and lunch served.
Congratulations to Stacey Chick and Darcy Irion, who were married at Westwoods Agriplex on Saturday. Sister Jan and Carson Rock were their attendants and young Adi-son the flower girl.
Stacey is Greg and Nancy Chick’s daughter. A reception and dance were held at Westwoods and filled to capacity.
A small group met at the bank building in Gad-sby on Saturday night for bingo.
The loonie pot is more than $80 and bingo will be held Nov. 17.
Omega bazaar slated forSaturday at Gadsby hall
If you want to see If you want to see your business really soaryour business really soar
ADVERTISEADVERTISE
Call us today 403-742-2395
www.stettlerindependent.com
www.landmarkcinemas.com
Friday, Oct. 267:00 & 9:00 p.m.Saturday, Oct. 27
and Sunday, Oct. 281:00, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 29 toThursday, Nov. 17:00 & 9:00 p.m.
$ 10.
99B
ig M
ovi
e T
ue
sd
ay
TAKEN 2 PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 4Wednesday, Oct. 24
andThursday, October 25
7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Rated: 14A with a
warning of violence Rated: 14A with a warning of frightening scenes
The students and staff of the Big Valley School were lucky enough to en-joy a very delicious lunch on Tuesday, Oct. 16, thanks to the generosity of the Big Valley United Church.
The leftover turkey and buns from their fall supper were a fantastic treat.
The school’s Active Citi-zenship Class will host a garage sale this Thursday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Ev-eryone is welcome.
And, fi nally, the school would like to extend a huge thank-you to everyone in the community for their wonderful participation and support with their annual magazine sales fundraiser.
At last count, students have managed to sell more than $8,000 worth of maga-zines, proving that once again, Big Valley is a great place to live.
The Big Valley Legion has scheduled a meeting for 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 5.
There were 10 players out for an afternoon of Crib at the Drop-In Centre this past Sunday. Lynne Palmer was fi rst, Bob Boswell was second, and Earl Ortman came in third, with the boo-by going to Connie White-side. A good time was had
by all.The Big Valley Inn at-
tracted 13 crib players this past weekend — fi rst went to Len Shaw, second to Phil D’Aoust and third to Jack Groat, while the booby went to Joanne Murphy.
This week, the 50/50 draw was won by Donna D’Aoust and the lucky draw winner was Gladys Groat. Everyone had a great time. New players are always welcome.
Twenty-one people were out for Big Valley’s weekly hall board bingo this past Thursday. Once again, there was no winner claiming the progressive jackpot, so it will be up at $345.
The $20 consolation was won by Myra Grieg. The bonanza winners were Rus-sell Watts and Biff Balcom, with the consolation going to Shirley Vols and Sandra Schell.
The loonie pot now sits at $77. The next bingo will be on Thursday, Oct. 25, at 7:30 p.m. Hope to see you there.
It’s that time of year again. Plans have begun for the Big Valley Children’s Christmas Party scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 15.
As usual, everyone is welcome to attend the pop-ular annual event, though gifts are arranged only for children 10 and under. Please pre-register with Brenda at 876-2420.
Don’t forget the 2012 Big Valley “Christmas Craft Show and Sale” on Satur-day, Nov. 17. Always a big draw in the pre-Christmas rush, this event is a great showcase of our local tal-ent.
For more information or to book a spot, please contact Andrea at 403-876-2064.
INDEPENDENTINDEPENDENTSTETTLERTHE
Contact our office for all your advertising needs.
403-742-2395
STETTLERINDEPENDENT.com
IN PRINT& ONLINE
Reach your customersReach your customerswhere they live, work & farm in their community newspaper
Christmas craft showand sale to beat rush
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT DISTRICT Wednesday, October 24, 2012Page A12
12103KA0
When you make influenza immunization an annual event, you protect yourself, your family, and our community.
For more info, including local clinic details, visit www.albertahealthservices.ca
or call Health Link Alberta at 1.866.408.5465 (LINK).
Please bring Alberta Health Care Card. Short sleeves recommended.
Influenza ImmunizationFALL INTO THE ROUTINE
Influenza immunization is now available, free of charge, to all Albertans 6 months of age and older.
UPCOMING LOCAL CLINICS
Date: Time: Location:Thursday, November 1 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Donalda Seniors Centre,
5029 Main Street, Donalda
Friday, November 2 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Big Valley Seniors Drop In Centre, 144 Main Street W, Big Valley
Tuesday, November 6 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Halkirk Village Office,101 Main Street, Halkirk
Wednesday, November 14 Thursday, November 15
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stettler Community Hall,5101 46 Avenue, Stettler
We ran across a rather humorous item on the Internet the other day. Apparently, some so-called experts be-lieve there are fish in Spiers Lake.
The fishing report stated, “Fishermen will find a vari-ety of fish, including northern pike, walleye and yellow perch here. So grab your favourite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Spiers Lake.”
As locals know, the shallow, alkaline lake located southwest of Endiang never has had fish in it, and never will.
Gordie and Roxie Gallagher’s manufactured home has arrived and been set on their lot in Byemoor.
Dale and Dwight Tucker, Codee Sorensen and Lloyd Hausher spent a few days at Lac La Biche on a fishing trip. While there they had supper with the Mike Boehlke family.
Another former Endiang resident, Scott Johnson, was also at Lac La Biche, getting in some moose hunting.
The crib meet at the Endmoor Drop-In Centre on Tuesday evening saw Doug Johnson place first, while Dot Wasdal was second. The next crib night will be on Nov. 6.
On Wednesday, Terry Gallant, Art Gutsche, Doreen Nixon, Winnie Paulsen, Ken and Eleanor Schultz, Mar-lene Wallace and Les Stulberg travelled to Calgary for the grand opening gala of the Webber Academy’s per-forming arts centre. They were the invited guests of Dr. Neil Webber, the academy’s founder and president.
Neil was raised at Endiang and the Webber family were long-time residents of the community. His siblings — Roger, Loretta, Theresa, Charlie and Mary — also attended the gala.
It was an honour for the local residents to be includ-ed in the event, to enjoy the hospitality and the La La Brooks concert. The private school and its newly opened
performing arts centre are very impressive.The Endiang Hall was nicely decorated in an autumn-
theme for the bridal shower for Melitta Walgenbach, fu-ture bride of Chad Sorensen. The Friday evening shower was well-attended and Melitta was showered with many gifts. Chad and Melitta will be married in Stettler on Nov. 24.
Belated birthday greetings go out to a former Byemoor resident, Herb Knowles, on the occasion of his 80th birthday on Oct. 13. He marked the special milestone earlier in the summer at a Knowles family reunion.
Art Wasdal landed a good-sized rainbow trout at Boe-hlke Pond on Saturday. He didn’t measure it, but said it was a big as the Stettler paper and about six inches deep.
About 280 patrons enjoyed the tasty roast beef sup-per in Byemoor on Saturday. Eleanor Schultz and Ber-nice Clausen were the lucky winners of the raffles.
Get-well wishes go out to Helen Gutsche, who under-went back surgery in Calgary on Monday. We wish you a speedy recovery, Helen.
A “Halloween Bash” is planned at the Byemoor Ho-tel on Oct. 27, starting at 8 p.m. There will be prizes for the best costumes.
The 4-H drama club held their first meeting last Mon-day as they re-organize for the upcoming year. They could use additional members for the production they are planning and invite more to join. The next meeting is Nov. 5 and more information is available from Anita Mappin at 403-579-2395.
The 4-H beef club met last Tuesday and members are all set to go for another year. Weigh-in day is on Nov. 4, and they welcome new members. For further informa-tion contact Greg Jackson at 403-574-2359.
The next Sunday morning coffee parties at the Endi-ang Hall will be held on Nov. 4, Nov. 11, Nov. 18 and Dec. 2.
There will be no coffee get-togethers on Oct. 28 or Nov. 25 as the Byemoor Hotel hosts their breakfast buf-fets the last Sunday of the month. As well, on the last Sunday of the month, the Country Diner hosts a turkey supper from 4 to 7 p.m.
Also, there will be no coffee party on Dec. 9 as that is the Endmoor floor curling club’s Christmas party at the Endiang Hall.
The Big Valley-Byemoor atoms played against Bashaw on Sunday in Big Valley. Congratulations to the team on their 8-3 victory.
Dale and Florence Tucker attended a Pheasant Fes-tival with Lloyd and Audrey Hausher at Brooks on Fri-day.
Les and Rosemary Stulberg attended the 50th an-niversary celebration of Rosemary’s cousin Mick and Marg Chambers at Morrin on Saturday. They were ac-companied by Bob and Dorothy Diprose of Stettler. The Bixbys provided the musical entertainment.
Little-known facts — An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its brain.
Fishin’ for fi sh in all the wrong places
Outdoor expert Lori Zacaruk and her assistant from Zac’s Tracs in Black Diamond were at the Halkirk school this week as part of a “ride- smart” program put on by the Al-berta Snowmobile Asso-
ciation and the Canadian Avalanche Centre.
They brought a quad and a snowmobile, along with avalanche gear — in-cluding beacons, probes, backpacks, shovels, etc., for the students to experi-
ment with.There were videos,
slides and pictures. All demos were held in the gym and all students at-tended.
The presentation was organized by teacher Tra-cy Turre and her husband, Monte, who is president of the Tail Creek snow-
mobile club. An avalanche safety course will be of-fered in Erskine on Nov. 4 for interested snowmo-bilers. To register, go to zacstracs.com.
Congratulations to Stacey Chick and Darcy Erion, who were married on Saturday, Oct. 20. Sta-cey is the granddaughter of Lowell and Janette Berry. Most of the Berry family were home to at-
tend the celebrations held at Westwood.
Sympathy is extended to the family of Lyle Mab-bott, who passed away on Sept. 23 in Lloydmin-ster. His wife Diane is the daughter of Edna Dryden and he is a brother to Ron and Melva ( Doan ) Mab-bott and an uncle to Darcy and Andrea Mabbott, as well as many other family members.
Get-well wishes to As-pen Johnson, who had the misfortune to break her arm at play.
Mother Teresa vol-leyball teams had a busy week. On Wednesday, the junior high hosted Ther-esetta; on Thursday, the grades 4 to 6 team was at Theresetta for a fun exhi-
bition game, developing skills; and on Saturday, the junior high students participated in a tourna-ment at Gus Wetter School in Castor.
Congratulations to Grade 6 student Abby Musgrove, who placed 15th in CWAJHAA cross-country meet in Sylvan Lake last week.
Halkirk and area was covered in a thick blanket of snow early Saturday morning.
COMING UP: Nov. 4 — Halkirk community turkey supper with all the trimmings at the hall from 4 until 7 p.m. Nov. 4 — Daylight savings time ends, so it’s time to pick up new batteries for you smoke detector.
HEAVY DUTY SERVICEBox 172, Stettler, AB T0C 2L01 km North on the Tower Road
DOT Inspection Station
Ph: 742-0290Pat or Erin Foesier Mobile: 742-9612
Heavy Duty Mechanics Fax: 742-8880
Ph: 403-742-0290Mobile: 403-742-9612
Fax: 403-742-8880Pat or Erin Foesier
Heavy Duty Mechanics
Box 172, Stettler, AB T0C 2L01 km North on the Tower Road
DOT Inspection Station
Check out our prices on parts!
The Donalda Centennial Committee held a volunteer supper on Friday evening to thank all who helped make the centennial celebration a success. It was well-attended, even with the fl u bug going around. Thanks to the girls who prepared the dinner, to Te-resa’s Catering for supplying the beef, to Beth and Roy Fulton for preparing a DVD of the parade and other activities. If anyone wishes to purchase a video, call Beth at 403-883-2943.
Thanks to the volunteers for making our centennial a great success.
The Donalda Community Promotions will host the Haunted Hall event at the com-munity hall on Halloweeen Night from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Come in costume for lots of fun and treats.
Mark your calendars for the Ag So-ciety’s fall roast-beef supper on Sunday,
Nov. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Donalda Hall. Proceeds will go to the Donalda ParentSociety for school playground upgrades.
Birthday wishes go out to Cly Kneeland, Madison Bauer, Arlene Trivinio, Deanne Bell, Lincoln Broemeling, Luke Thorne, Jayden Swaren, Curtis Cassidy, John Thorne, Ray Kneeland, Dennis Blouin, Joy Becker, Kelly Strandquist, Ross Salmon, Amanda Holden, Charlee Grace Erickson and anyone else celebrating a birthday.
Just in time for snowfall, Halkirk studentsbrush up on their snowmobiling lessons
Donalda workers celebratetheir centennial celebration
The Nevis 4th Friday potluck is this Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Erskine Curling Club is now taking entries for the women’s, men’s and mixed leagues for this season. Call Kelly at 742-2463 or Steve at 742-3824 for more information.
Erskine Curling Club is also looking for person to take care and maintain the arena ice for the 2012-13 season. If you are interest-ed in being the icemaker, call Kelly at 742-2463.
Erskine Extreme Par-ent Council hot-lunch is on Thursday, Oct. 25.
Erskine Junior High hosts the Halloween Dance
on Friday, Oct. 26.Don’t forget Weigh Day
for Erskine 4-H members — and any new members — on Nov. 4.
Weigh Day involves bringing in your calf and registering for Erskine 4-H Beef Club. If you are inter-ested in joining 4-H and are between the ages of nine
and 21, call Lyle Bignell at 742-6792.
Erskine United Church services for October and November are set for 9 a.m.
H a p p y - a n n iv e r s a r y wishes go out to Sheldon and Christine Chick. Birth-day wishes go out to Chris Standage.
Curling, 4-H clubs take shape
SEE NEWS HAPPENING?
Email: editor@stettlerindependent.com
SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SPORTS Page A13Wednesday, October 24, 2012
12103UC112094UC0
Wis
e cu
stom
ers
read
th
e fin
e pr
int:
Th
e Al
l O
ut
Clea
rout
Ev
ent
offe
rs
are
limite
d tim
e of
fers
w
hich
ap
ply
to
reta
il de
liver
ies
of
sele
cted
ne
w
and
unus
ed
mod
els
purc
hase
d fro
m
parti
cipa
ting
deal
ers
on
or
afte
r Se
ptem
ber
1,
2012
. De
aler
or
der/
trade
m
ay
be
nece
ssar
y.
Offe
rs
subj
ect
to
chan
ge
and
may
be
ex
tend
ed
with
out
notic
e.
See
parti
cipa
ting
deal
ers
for
com
plet
e de
tails
an
d co
nditi
ons.
Ba
sed
on Ward’s
larg
e pi
ckup
se
gmen
tatio
n.
Base
d on
lon
gevi
ty.
R.L.
Pol
k Ca
nada
Inc
. Ca
nadi
an v
ehic
les
in o
pera
tion
data
as
of J
uly
1, 2
010,
for
mod
el y
ears
199
3 –
2011
. TM
The
Siriu
sXM
log
o is
a r
egis
tere
d tra
dem
ark
of S
irius
XM S
atel
lite
Radi
o In
c.
SCANHEREFOR MOREGREAT OFFERS
Ω
∞∞
RamTruck.ca/Offers
®
Story submitted
The peewee Stettler Pan-thers had yet another great day on the football fi eld this past Saturday in Olds, shutting out the home team 57-0.
The cold, wind and snow-covered fi eld didn’t slow the Panthers down.
“This was a huge win for us,” said Stettler coach Berri Shirley.
The Panthers have won three straight games as they enter the playoffs.
The offence played well, with great execution, and the scoring was spread be-tween many teammates, which is a great confi dence-boost for all.
Jessica Lane came up big with a 75-yard sprint down the fi eld for a touch-down. Carson Nietz, Adam Shirley, Derek Smyth, Alex DeYoung, Kam Bainbridge and Mac Brennan all scored touchdowns, as well.
The Panthers’ defence, which has only allowed six points over the last three weeks, came up strong again.
“We are very excited for the kids,” coach Shirley said. “They’ve worked very hard to get to this point and have a great shot at the Tier 4 league championship.”
The Panthers host In-nisfail this Saturday at4 p.m. in the fi rst round of the playoffs.
Contributed photo
Chace Behr of the Stettler Panthers runs with the ball while Colton Ansorger blocks for him in Central Alberta Football League peewee action Saturday at Olds,where the Panthers posted a 57-0 victory. Stettler, which has won three straight games, hosts Innisfail at 4 p.m. this Saturday in the fi rst round of the playoffs.
Panthers
enter
peewee
playoffs
on three-
game
winning
streak
READ READ Stay informedStay informed
Page A14 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT ADVERTISING Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Battle River Credit Union Ltd.11 BRANCHES TO SERVE YOUwww.battlerivercreditunion.com
Great news exclusively for members of Battle River Credit Union!
BRCU Management and your Board of Directorshave authorized a profi t share
to be split amongst our member-owners!
(Dividend)
What’s your share?Check your account, on or after November 1, 2012, or refer to the statement whichyou’ll receive in the mail after November 1, 2012. You’re in for a very special surprise!
Isn’t it time for you to join BRCU?
26consecutive years
of attractive dividends to BRCU
members!
Profi t Share Celebration DayVisit your local branch on
Tuesday, November 6for refreshments and snacks.
Celebrate your share ofBRCU profi ts!
NOT NEGOTIABLE
Battle River Credit Union Ltd. Head Office - 5007-51 Street, Camrose, AB
Pay to the order of _______________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Battle River Credit Union Member32,146.15
-------Thirty-two Thousand One Hundred Forty-six Dollars -------xx
Memo _________________________
Profit Share
Date _________________________November 1, 2012
_________________________ Chief Executive Officer, BRCU
15
TIABLE_______ $ _TIABTIA 32 146
LLD
_______________________012_____________________________
_
$ _ 146 1D
NOT NEGOTIABLEBattle River Credit Union Ltd.
Head Office - 5007-51 Street, Camrose, AB
Pay to
the order of _______________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________Battle River Credit Union Member
849.09
----------------------Eight Hundred Forty-Nine Dollars -------
-------------xx
Memo _________________________Profit Share
Date _________________________November 1, 2012
_________________________
Chief Executive Officer, BRCU
09
NOthe order of _____
_________________________________NONO----------------------Eight NONO
NOT NEGOTIABLE
Battle River Credit Union Ltd. Head Office - 5007-51 Street, Camrose, AB
Pay to the order of _______________________________________________________________________ $ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Battle River Credit Union Member18,129.00
--------------Eighteen Thousand One Hundred and Twenty-nine ---------------xx
Memo _________________________Profit Share
Date _________________________November 1, 2012
_________________________ Chief Executive Officer, BRCU
00
ABLE___ $ _________________ABA 18,129 00
LL________
ni__
nine
NOT NEGOTIABLEBattle River Credit Union Ltd.
Head Office - 5007-51 Street, Camrose, AB
Pay to
the order of _______________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________Battle River Credit Union Member103.19
----------------------One Hundred and Three Dollars -----------
---------xx
Memo _________________________Profit Share
Date _________________________November 1, 2012
_________________________
Chief Executive Officer, BRCU
19
the order _
______________________________________________-------------------------------- -------- -------- ------------ --------- -------------------------------- O
Memo _____________________________________ __Profit Shar_____________rr eeerr
NOT NEGOTIABLEBattle River Credit Union Ltd. Head Office - 5007-51 Street, Camrose, AB
Pay to the order of _______________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________Battle River Credit Union Member 26.41
----------------------Twenty-Six Dollars --------------------xx
Memo _________________________Profit Share
Date _________________________November 1, 2012
_________________________
Chief Executive Officer, BRCU
41
*Minimum payback was $10.Some stipulations apply.
IndependentThe Stettler
SportsB1
Email: editor@stettlerindependent.com October 24, 2012 Editor: John MacNeil 403-740-4426
The Stettler Cougars have punched their ticket to the second round of the Central Alberta Football League bantam playoffs.
On their snowy home turf Saturday, the Cou-gars defeated the Rocky Junior Rebels 36-16 in Tier 2 playoff action.
Stettler has advanced to meet host Lacombe in a Tier 2 semifinal this Saturday.
After a shaky start that enabled Rocky to score first on a 40-yard punt-return touchdown, the Stettler offence settled
down and took charge. Nevada Bauer, behind some great blocking from the offensive-line, took the ball 100 yards for the Cougars’ first touch-down.
Stettler’s defence stopped Rocky on its next possession and the Cougars scored shortly thereafter as Jeremy Kirk recorded his first of four touchdowns on the day.
Stettler built the lead to 30-8 before Rocky scored late in the fourth quarter. The Cougars im-mediately answered with
a TD of their own to close the scoring.
Austin Rosland scored Stettler’s other touch-down on a 35-yard pass-ing touchdown from quar-terback Kyle Lawrence.
The Cougars’ defence was dominant all day, with linebackers Edward Kim and Cooper Smyth lead-ing the way. Tim Gardner added an interception.
Lacombe earned a berth in the second play-off round after blanking the Notre Dame Cou-gars 21-0 at home last Saturday.
www.stettlergm.com CHEVROLET BUICK GMC 403-742-3407
Bill Robson Bill Robson Bill is the most experienced salesman at Stettler GM. This month, you can fi nd him in his signature CAMO hat, all geared up for the hunting season. He’s upset we are giving away the Hunting Blind set up the showroom,it makes a great place for his afternoon naps.Bill retired from hunting in 2010, when they gave Jason Hegberg a hunting license, and outlawed shooting from vehicle windows. Stop in and have a coffee with BILL IN THE BLIND this week!
Bill’s Bill’s DEAL OF THE WEEK:DEAL OF THE WEEK: Up toUp to $15$15,,000 off000 off in stockin stock 2012 diesels2012 diesels
Contributed photo
The Stettler Cougars (green and gold) contain ball-carrier Ryder Woods (33) of the Rocky Junior Rebels during the Cougars’ 36-16 bantam victory Saturday in Stettler.
Cougars blitz Rocky,advance to Round 2of bantam playoffs
Wildcats
prowlPhotos by Dave Morris
Independent contributor
The Stettler Wildcats beat the Lacombe Rams 31-21 at home last Friday to advance to the Central Alberta High School Football League semifi nals this Friday against the Notre Dame Cougars of Red Deer. Game time is 4 p.m. at theWilliam E. Hay Composite High School fi eld. In the top photo, Tyler Stewart’s 100-yard touch-down run in the fi rst series set the tone for the Wildcats, who recieved a strong performance from Braden (Bob) Nelson (right photo) and solid defence from the likes of Theren Churchill and Nicholas Baharally (left).
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SPORTS Wednesday, October 24, 2012Page B2
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Lyle Wooden (15) of the Stettler Lightning battles against Airdrie Thunder defenceman Ashton Sheen during Heritage Junior Hockey League action at the Stettler Recreation Centre. The Thunder beat the Lightning 4-2 last Saturday night to post their second win at Stettler in two weeks. The Lightning host Strathmore on Friday.
JOHN MacNEIL/
Independent editor
Reese Anheliger scored one of the Stettler goals Saturday night in the Lightning’s 4-2 loss to the visiting Airdrie Thunder. It was the sixth loss in as many games for the Lightning, who have a 2-6 record in the Heritage Junior Hockey League this season.
12103AU012101AU012094AU012093AU0
Your local UFA Petroleum agents are more than just a friendly face at the Cardlock. They’re someone you can rely on to fuel your business. Ready with advice and solutions – new products or even a laugh.
These are the people proud to make a difference in your community. And proud to serve you.
Over 110 locations supporting rural Albertans like you.
Just ask:Fred & Denise Reinbold
– Stettler, AB
06/12-18450-27
Stettler Auction Mart (1990) Ltd.
Lic. #00354Auctioneers: Allen McMillan Dick Creasey Greg Johnson
Scott Douglas Terry SilbernagelOffice Administrator: Lona Benjamin
Sales Reps: Greg Hayden - 403-740-9610; Jim Abel - 403-740-9609; Brad Lohr - 780-679-5500; Dick Creasey - 403-740-9434
Friday, October 26
SPECIAL CALF SALE — 1000 head
– 80 Maine - Angus cross calves - Walter & Darren Stoneman, Rumsey
– 45 Angus cross Limousin calves - Al McMillan, Stettler– 80 Simmental cross calves - Darcy Wold, Meeting Creek– 80 simmental cross calves - Cory Kasa, Meeting Creek
Saturday, October 27
STOCK COW & BRED HEIFER SALE11 a.m. includes
– 75 Black Angus heifers bred to Lee Brown BlackAngus bulls to calve April 10 - 60 day exposure
– 50 young Black & Red crossbred cows, bred Black Angus– 40 Red & Simmental cross cows, young, bred Red
Angus, March/April calving– 20 top Tan heifers bred Red Angus
Tuesday, October 30
REGULAR MIXED CATTLE SALE — 1500 head
– 70 Angus cross calves - Stillwater Livestock, Stettler– 17 Corriente cross Longhorn calves - Greg & Nancy
Chick, Gadsby
Friday, November 2
SPECIAL CALF SALE features Angus and Limousin Calves
— 2000 head
– 240 Limousin & Limousin cross Simmental calves - Yates Farms, Byemoor
– 140 Simmental cross calves - Pfeffer Farms, Strome– 100 Black & Red Limousin calves - Eldon McCrindle,
Byemoor– 25 Preconditioned Angus calves - Lindsay Penosky,
Botha– 35 Limousin calves - Russ Kobi, Byemoor– 70 Limousin cross calves - Clark Bunbury, Castor– 80 Angus calves - Larry Meyer, Big Valley– 45 Limousin cfross calves - Paul Elines, Big Valley– 60 Angus cross calves - Ryan Nixon, Botha– 40 Angus steer calves - Dale Rider, Donalda– 25 Mixed crossbred calves - John Bolton, Stettler– 80 Angus cross calves - Garrett Cameron, Hanna
LOOKING AHEAD– Regular Cattle Sales - Mixed - Tuesdays– Special Calf Sales - Fridays– Bred Cow & Heifer Sales - start Nov. 16, every
FridayCall for details – 403-742-2368
stettlerauction.ab.ca
Corral Panels - Free standing pipe panels for sale at the market - call anytime.
We offer every option includingnew on-line bidding.
403-742-2368
CANADIAN SATELLITE AUCTIONS & IN-HOUSE VIDEO
List through us for Canadian Satellite sales.* List with us three days prior for fi lming and description
MINERAL, SALT, SUPPLEMENT FEED SALESWe stock Unifeed, Crystalyx and Feedrite supplies
for all types of livestock.
STETTLER AUCTION MARTINDEPENDENT - COMPETITIVE - MODERN - THE BEST RATES IN THE INDUSTRY
SALE DATESPhone (403) 742-2368
Regular Sales ~ Tuesdays - 8:30 a.m.
website: www.stettlerauction.ab.caBox 1238, Stettler, AB
Stett
ler Auction Mart
Since 1953
The scores were closer, but the results were the same for the Stettler Lightning as they lost two more Her-itage Junior Hockey League games on the weekend.
The Lightning have lost all six games they’ve played in October, including a 3-1 setback Sunday against the host Medicine Hat Cubs and a 4-2 decision at home Saturday against the Airdrie Thunder.
Lightning defenceman Doug Blacklock scored the game-open-ing goal early in the second period against Medicine Hat, which came back with two goals in the second and one in the third.
Coleman Waddell made 29 saves for Stettler (2-6), while the Colts’ Cole Schafer blocked all but one of the 18 shots he faced.
Ben Feere, Brody Hagel and cap-tain Logan Mayer — on the power
play — scored for Medicine Hat(8-3-0-1). Kyle Funk picked up two assists.
On Saturday night, Stettler lost a home game to Airdrie (4-4-0-2) for the second time in two weeks.
Reese Anheliger and Kyler O’Connor scored for the Lightning, who received a 48-save effort from veteran goaltender Simon Thiele-man of Castor.
The Thunder trailed 2-1 after the first period but scored twice in the second and once in the third.
Kade Taplin made 29 saves for Airdrie, which tallied twice onpower plays.
The Thunder goals came from Gavin Klein, Dylan Johnston, Do-navon Henrion and Justin Millson.
Stettler was without Dylan Muhl-bach for both weekend games, while Wyatt Haustein missed Saturday’s
game because of a suspension.The Lightning will try to salvage
an October victory when they host the Strathmore Wheatland Kings(5-4-1-0) at 8 p.m. Friday.
Stettler’s six-game losing skid is a league-low. The High River Flyers have dropped five in a row, while the last-place Ponoka Stampeders have lost four straight games.
At the other end of the spectrum, the locally flavoured Three Hills Thrashers posted a 7-3 win over the Banff Bears on Friday, two nights after the Thrashers dropped a 7-3 de-cision to the Mountainview Colts.
Three Hills rookie Dylan Hous-ton of Stettler was called up to the junior A Canmore Eagles on the weekend, but didn’t get in their line-up. Houston, a 16-year-old forward, has played a pair of Alberta Junior Hockey League games this season.
Lightning suffer sixth straight loss
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SPORTS Page B3Wednesday, October 24, 2012
By Brent ForsterBig Valley Oil Kings
The Big Valley Oil Kings’ defence corps re-ceived a boost with the addition of Calgary-born Jeff Matheson.
The 26-year-old de-fenceman comes to Big Valley with experience in the Alberta Junior Hock-ey League and Toronto’s York University of Cana-dian Interuniversity Sport (CIS).
The six-foot-three Matheson suited up for the Calgary Royals and Okotoks Oilers of the AJHL.
In his final year with Okotoks, he contributed 13 points and racked up
93 penalty minutes in 59 games during the 2006-07 season.
Matheson moved east and played with the York University Lions from 2007 to 2011. In his final season with York, he had six points and 40 penalty minutes in 28 games.
Besides devoting many hours a week to universi-ty hockey, Matheson was busy in the classroom, majoring in business.
He’s one of the reasons that the Oil Kings areexcited about their team for the coming 2012-13 season, with several new faces and returning
veterans on board.The Big Valley seniors
will don new uniforms that resemble the Stanley Cup-champion Los Ange-les Kings’ black jerseys. Improvements are being made to the Oil Kings’ dressing room to help the players feel at home in Big Valley.
Fans can find the en-tire Battle River Hockey League schedule, stand-ings, statistics, top scor-ers and other information at brhl.ca.
The BRHL will remain at eight teams for the 2012-13 season. The Con-sort Comets have left the
BRHL, while the Macklin Mohawks have joined the league.
The Mohawks were a member of the Saskatche-wan West Hockey League, topping that circuit in the 2011-12 regular season with 16 wins and just
four losses. The Mohawks were also the SWHL champions, defeating the Kindersley Red Lions in the playoffs.
Big Valley and Mack-lin meet for the first time Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Big Valley Agriplex.
Matheson brings university, junior A
experience to Big Valley senior team
12103RA0 12102RA0
Professional. Agricultural.Coaching. 1 877 276 7526
DON’T MISS THE 2012CARBON CREDIT DEADLINE!
Time is almost up to register or renew your
zero-till carbon credits for 2012. Contact us by
November 30th to get started and trust the
team that has processed and sold more carbon
credits for farmers than any other company! No
hassles, on-time payments and great customer
service. Expect more with AGRI-TREND®.
BOTHAAUTOMOTIVE
General Repairs & MaintenanceComputer Diagnostics: Gas & Diesel Engines
Licensed Technician (Factory Ford & GM Trained)
Res: 403-742-6960Cell: 403-741-6613
4906 - 53 Street, Botha Shuttle Service by Appt.
Backhoe, Excavator,Gravel Truck
Ph: 403-742-8824
DON’S CAR SALES 4804 - 50 Ave.
Tel: 403-742-2260
• Complete Plumbing and Heating Services
• Commercial and Residential
• Water Conditioningand Pumps
• 24 Hour Service
4706 - 44 Ave., Stettler
Phone 403-742-5237
JEFF MATHESON
YOUR #1 SOURCE
Stay on top of current events in your area and around the world
with our local, national and international news reports.
All the news you need to know - right here in black
and white!
FOR
NEWS
INDEPENDENTINDEPENDENTSTETTLERTHE
403-742-2395
North Central Minor Hockey Association pre-season seeding results from the past week:
MIDGETSunday at Stettler
Stettler Legion midget A 6 — Parker Cassidy and Logan Davidson (each with two goals and one assist), Riley Anderson and Tyler Stewart (Jordan McCallum, 27 saves); Rocky Royals 1.Saturday at Delburne
Delburne Outlaws 11 — Kyle Ringdahl (three goals, three assists), Jared Brassard (two goals, two assists), Maddison Byster-veld, Brant Martin, Brae-den Poirier, Colton Zemlak, Cole Campbell, Bryce Cor-nelissen (Brandon Douglas, 14 saves); Stettler midget B 3 — Kyle Froese, Bran-don Kent, Levi Fisher (Jar-ret Hampton, 36 saves).Friday at Castor
Castor Cyclones 8 — Trey Zimmer (four goals), Dylan Charpentier (one goal and two assists), Matt Doolaege, Dallyn Pawsey, Cody Ball (shutout by Zeke Leuck, fi ve saves, and Na-than Ensign, seven saves); Stettler midget B 0 (Jarret Hampton, 36 saves). BANTAMFriday at Stettler
Castor Cyclones 6 — Logan Spady (two goals, three assists), Justin Golby (two goals, two assists), Carter Renschler, Chace Murray (Ty Spady, 13 saves on 16 shots, and Tay-lor Franke, 15 saves on 17 shots); Stettler Legion midget B 5 — Ryland Ste-fanik, Tristen Nixon, Evan Reichert, Ryan Mielke, Erik Rasmussen (Will Roberts, nine saves).
Stettler bantam A 6 — Quade Cassidy (two goals), Jordan Lee, Euan Hanton, Brett Coleman, Paul du Toit (Benjamin Bauman, 19 saves); Thunderstars 6 — Landon Eskra (four goals), (Brendan Davis, 44 saves).Saturday at Castor
Stettler bantam C 7 —
Alex Leblanc (two goals), Chase Walton, Braden Docherty, Ashley Sharpe, Jaden Richards, Jesse Squires (Brody Anderson, 22 saves); Castor Cyclones 6 — Carter Cooke 2, Chace Murray 2, Kyle Elhard, Cutler Coppock (Brennan Beaton, eight saves on 13 shots, and Taylor Franke, seven saves on nine shots).Saturday at Clive
Clive Blackhawks 4 — Corbin Winter (two goals), Austin Bale, Tanner McDer-mand (David Suominen, 43 saves); Stettler bantam B 3 — Axel Bergstrom, Ryan Mielke, Brayden MacDo-nell (Clayton Niehaus, 23 saves).Friday at RockyMountain House
Stettler bantam A 7 — Quade Cassidy (two goals, two assists), Brendan Ped-erson, Brendon Bardwell, Jackson Zimmermann, Etahn Rost, Matt Sylves-ter (Benjamin Bauman, 20 saves); Rocky Raiders 1 (Brant Bolton, 45 saves). PEEWEESunday at Stettler
Maskwacis-1 12; Stettler peewee B 5 — Gar-rett Hogg (one goal and two assists), Jackson Squires (two goals), Isaac Lee, Aus-tin Stahlberg (Wade Smith, 51 saves).Sunday at Sedgewick
Killam/Sedgewick 11; Clive/Alix Blackhawks 4 — Wyatt Glover (two goals), Johnathan Allan, Jayden Stauffer (Levi Wag-ner, 20 saves).Saturday at Blackfalds
Stettler peewee B 3 — Garrett Hogg (two goals), Ivan Lomeland (Jared Lee, 31 saves on 34 shots, and Wade Smith, one save on one shot); Blackfalds-1 Bulldogs 3 — (Wyndham James, 38 saves).Friday at Blackfalds
Blackfalds-2 Bulldogs 7 — Kyle Imesch, three goals and one assist (Brent Schultz, 17 saves); Stettler peewee C 6 — Delaney An-derson (three goals and one
assist), Gavin McQuay (one goal and three assists), Pat-rick Fisher, Clode Anderson (Tyson Richards, 17 saves on 20 shots, and Lincoln Carey, seven saves on 11 shots).Saturday at Stettler
Stettler DQ Blizzards 3 — Daylan Kuefl er, James Switenky, Dawson Beck (Davin Nattestad, 19 saves); Rocky Vipers 1 — Duncan Hughes (37 saves).Saturday at Bashaw
Bashaw Stars 5 — Tristan Hewitt 2, Carson Weins, Jason Resler, Justin Fuller (Riley Deleeuw, 17 saves on 21 shots, and Kar-son Mathieu, 10 saves on 10 shots); Killam-Sedgewick 4 — Austin Pressey (34 saves). ATOMSunday at Big Valley
Big Valley Swordmen 8 — Kasey Hiemstra (seven goals), Rhett Walker (Zach Duncan, 29 saves); Bashaw Stars 3 — Liam Warkentin, Avery Nelson, Jeron Auer-bach (Brendan Gustafson and Cole Fankhanel, each with six saves on 10 shots).Sunday at Clive
Alix Avalanche 16 — Dawson Beier (six goals and two assists), Drew Sim (one goal and six assists), Mat-thew Allen, Tyler Gartner, Jake Sauer and Carson Mot-tus (two goals each), Declan Sargent (Jaxon Beier, seven saves); Stettler atom B 2 — Kelby Babchuk and Yannick Zondag (Jackson Muhlbach, six saves on 12 shots, and Kevin Missike-witz, 12 saves on 22 shots).Sunday at Stettler
Stettler atom A 7 — Ryan Shirley (two goals and one assist), Brennan Getson (two goals), Shay Anderson, Marcus Laisnez, TJ Howarth (Dalton Beck, 33 saves); Innisfail Fly-ers 3 — (Payton Swan, 21 saves on 27 shots, and Con-nor Charlton, 10 saves on 11 shots).Saturday at Clive
Castor Cyclones 7 — Brady Carruth (three goals
and two assists), Liam Ries, Brody Baird, Trent Weeks, Brooklyn Perry (Justin James, nine saves); Clive Blackhawks 1 — Paige Polson (Noah Perry, 19 saves).Saturday at Red Deer
Red Deer atom AA 8 — Mark Janes and Noah Danielson (two goals each), Zander Kelly (12 saves); Stettler atom A 2 — Con-nor Robertson, Ryan Shirley (Dalton Beck, 36 saves).Friday at Bashaw
Bashaw Stars 6 — Eric Taylor (two goals), Erik Mathieu (one goals and two assists), Mathias Sandin, Liam Warkentin, Mark Carl-son (Brenden Gustafson, six saves on seven shots, and Cole Fankhanel, four saves on seven shots); Maskwa-cis-1 4 (Naslun Erminrskin, 19 saves).Friday at Daysland
Castor Cyclones 15 — Brady Caruth (fi ve goals), Brody Baird (four goals and two assists); Thunderstars atom B 2.Sunday at Castor
Castor Cyclones 29 — Brody Baird (fi ve goals and three assists), Cezar Eljurdi (four goals and one assist), Duncan Renschler (three goals and one assist), Carson Weeks (one goal and four assists); Stettleratom C 0.
North Central minor hockey report
The Stettler Wildcats JV boys played what coachJefferson McClung described as “a terrifi c game of volley-ball” last Wednesday night at Innisfail.
“The fi rst set was a tough loss, with the score being 25-21 for Innisfail,” said McClung, whose Wildcats went on to win the next three sets to take the best-of-fi ve match 3-1.
“The Stettler boys began to get more intense during the next set, and they won that set 25-23.”
The Wildcats pulled ahead with a 26-24 victory in the third set.
“They gained a lot of confi dence from (winning) those two sets, and won the fi nal set 25-14.”
Stettler’s player of the match was Jordan Smyth.The JV boys return to action tonight at home with a
6 p.m. match against Ponoka. Shortly afterward, the senior boys’ teams from Stettler and Ponoka face each other.
The JV boys are in a weekend tourney at Ardrossan.The senior girls’ team from Stettler was scheduled to
visit Lacombe last night to go up against Central Alberta Christian High School in league play.
Stettler JV boys make mostof volleyball trip to Innisfail
Look into the Classifieds to find a huge selection of pre-owned cars, trucks, SUVs,
vans, motorcycles, ATVs and more!
In Print & Online
www.stettlerindependent.com
To place a Classified ad, please call 1-877-223-3311.
INDEPENDENTINDEPENDENTSTETTLERTHE
CHRISTMAS MARKETFORESTBURG COMMUNITY CENTRE
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2012from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Tables are filling up, book now!Phone 780-582-3668
or email: Forestburg-leann@eastlink.caor: Forestburg-asst@eastlink.ca
Arts & Crafts Shows ..................50Class Registrations....................51Coming Events ..........................52Lost ............................................54Found ........................................56Companions ..............................58Personals...................................60Bingos........................................64Fitness & Sports ........................66Happy Ads .................................70
What’s Happening#50 - # 70
ComingEvents 52
FALL SUPPER
at
LINDA HALLSunday, November 44:00 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.
$10.00 - adults$5.00 - 12 & under
Pre-school free
EVERYONEWELCOME
BIG VALLEY CHRISTMASCRAFT SHOW & SALESaturday, Nov. 17, 10-3
Big Valley HallHomemade goods, baking, home based businesses, Country Lunch kitchen.
Call Andrea 403-876-2064.
ComingEvents 52
Come and GoBirthday Party for
Elaine Haberstock’s 75th Birthday
Oct. 27, 2-5 p.m.,Big Valley Jubilee Hall
No Gifts Please.
FALL SUPPER Sat. Oct. 27, 5 pm.
Heartland Youth Center. All proceeds go to
Animal Haven.
Get a 6 PACK
What’s in it?
Your ad in 6 community papers
* BASHAW* CASTOR
* STETTLER* WEEKENDER
* PONOKA* RIMBEY
25 WORD ADonly
$40.20 + gst
Call 403-309-3300 or toll free
1-877-223-3311
ComingEvents 52
PLAN TO JOIN USJuly 18 - 21, 2013 to help Shaunavon Celebrate its
100th Birthday!See shaunavon.com
for registration details and contact information.
ComingEvents 52
ComingEvents 52 Coming
Events 52PERCY AND PAULETTE
HEER invite you to help them
celebrate their 40th Anniversary
on November 4 at the St. Peter Lutheran Church, Stettler.
Open house 2-4 p.m. Program at 3 p.m.
Everyone welcome.
Employment#700 - #920
Caregivers/Aides................710Clerical ..............................720Computer Personnel ..........730Dental ................................740Estheticians........................750Hair Stylists ........................760 Janitorial ............................770Legal ..................................780Medical ..............................790Oilfield ................................800Professionals......................810Restaurant/Hotel ................820Sales & Distributors ..........830Teachers/Tutors..................840Trades ................................850Truckers/Drivers ................860Business Opportunities......870Miscellaneous ....................880Volunteers Wanted ............890Positions Wanted ..............895Employment Training ........900Career Planning ................920
HairStylists 760
FULL-TIME LICENSED HAIR STYLIST ON A
CHAIR RENTAL BASIS.Apply to The Attic
Unisex Hair Design,Main Street, Stettler.
Oilfield 800VAC & STEAM TRUCK
OPERATOR.Valid Class 1 or 3, Safety Tickets, Top Wage, Camp
Work, Experience anAsset. Email/Fax Resume:
780-458-8701,bryksent@telus.net
ComingEvents 52
Heartland Arts Troupe Societypresents
GOLDILOCKS & THE THREE BEARS…a pre-Christmas treat for the whole family…
at the Performing Arts Centre
November 15, 16, 17 Evenings @ 7:30 p.m.November 18 Matinee @ 2:00 p.m.
Tickets available atWells Furniture, Main Street, Stettler
(403) 742-3223Tickets: $20.00 or 4 for $60.00
Botha Christmas SaleSaturday, November 3
BothaCommunity
Hall9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
* Concessionby UCW
Crafts, Baking
&Home Based Businesses
MOBILE BONE DENSITOMETRYInsight Medical Imaging
will be offeringMobile Bone Densitometry
testing in Stettlerfor 3 weeks.
November 13 - 30, 2012
If you require testing forOsteoporosis
Please contact your Physician’s officeto obtain a referral.
For further inquiries contact 1-866-771-9446
Saturday, November 17 – “1st Annual Gingerbread House Contest” (10am-4pm)– Stettler Recreation Centre, deadline for entries Nov. 14 – Entry forms available at Bond-O Communications, Wares Jewelers, or Sutton Realty.
Tuesday, November 27 – “Owen Blake Tribute Breakfast” (7-9am)– Advance Tickets Only: $15.00
Tuesday, November 27 – “Dessert First” Night (5-7pm)– Advance Tickets Only: $20.00
Wednesday, November 28 – “Sharing the Season” Seniors’ Tea (2-4pm) – Admission $5.00 (available at the door)
Wednesday, November 28 – “The Jingle Mingle” Meet and Greet the Artisan Night (7-9pm) – A chance to meet the 2012 artisans in person and shop for one-of-a-kind market items. Admission $5.00 (available at the door)
Thursday, November 29 – “Sounds of the Season” Wine and Cheese Concert (7-9pm) – Advance Tickets Only: $20.00
Friday, November 30 – “Cocoa, Cookies, & Santa Claus” Children’s Day (2-5pm)
Saturday, December 1 – “Festival of Lights Dine, Dance, & Auction”– Doors open at 5:30pm, Advance Tickets Only: $60.00
Event tickets can be purchased at WISH Kitchen & Gift on Main Street.Visit www.stettlerfestivalofl ights.ca for more info or call 403.742.8484
Mark Your Calendar...
STETTLER’S 15TH ANNUAL STETTLER’S 15TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
NOV. 27 – DEC. 1, 2012
SOLD OUT
Heartland Youth Center
Sat. October 27th at the Stettler Mall
Kids friendly games and tours from 2pm-5pm
$5.00 per personScary tours 6pm-8pm
$5.00 per personFor more information
contact the HYC at403-742-5437
Sat. October 27th
Alice in Terror Land Alice in Terror Land Haunted HouseHaunted House
Christ King Parish
Tea, Bake Sale, Jar Bar
Saturday, Nov. 32 - 4 p.m.
Everyone welcome
Halloween Halloween PartyParty
Saturday, Oct. 27 Saturday, Oct. 27
Prizes forBest Costume
Dance to 2 in 1Entertainment7:30 to Midnight
$10.00 ticket at doorLegion Lounge
All proceeds to Legion Hall Roof fund.
LINDSTROMDonDon died peacefully October 19, 2012 at home, surrounded b y h i s l o v i n g w i f e a n d daughters, after a short battle wi th cancer. Don wi l l be lovingly remembered by his wife Fern; daughters Lisa (Randy) Heaps, Tami (Derek) Doke, and Tracy Lindstrom; grandchildren Jordan, Carly, Jack and Amy; brother Tore (Marilyn) Lindstrom; sisters Louise Fiske, Eunice (Al) Cole, Janet (Ken) Ogston, sister-in-law Jean Lindstrom, and numerous nieces and
nephews. He is pre-deceased by his parents Seth and Ragnhild Lindstrom and brothers Gust and Fred Lindstrom. The family would like to convey their heartfelt thanks to home care and Dr. Lockhat for their help caring for Don. A funeral will be held Wednesday, October 24th at 1:00pm at the Stettler Funeral Home with Don Wudel officiating. Friends who wish to make a donation in Don’s name can do so to Samaritan’s Purse or Christian Children’s Fund. Don always had a soft spot in his heart for children in need.
STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements,
403-742-3422. To send condolences to Don’s family, please visit
www.stettlerfuneralhome.com
Obituaries
The Stettler
INDEPENDENT Classifieds
PLEASE READ YOUR ADAdvertisers should read their ad
the FIRST DAY IT APPEARS and report any errors in time for
the next publication. The Stettler Independent is
responsible for only the first incorrect insertion.
RATES: Word Ads - 1st Week 25 Words 1-25 $16.00each week after $14.00
additional words .26 cents ea. (5% gst must be added )
DEADLINE:. MONDAYS @ NOON
Classified Hotline1-877-223-3311
In Memoriam
Bill MuhlbachDec. 1, 1922 - Oct. 22, 2010Gone are the days we used
to share.But in our hearts you’re
always there.The gates of memories
never close. MARY & FAMILY
In Memoriam
In memory of JACK & ANN HOCKLEY
God knows how much we miss them
Never shall their memory fade,Loving thoughts
shall ever wanderTo the spot where
they are laid.
~With love, Madeleine
STRANDQUIST I n m e m o r y o f A u d r e y St randquis t who passed away Oct. 28, 2006There is a bridge of memories From here to Heaven above,That keeps you very close to us,It’s call a “Bridge of Love”As time goes by without you,And days turn into years.They hold a million memoriesAnd a thousand silent tears.To us you were so special,What more is there to say,Except to wish with all our hearts,That you were here today.All our love Patty, Darleen & families
Obituaries
HANNINGMrs. Peg Hanning1927 - 2012Mrs. Peg Hanning a long t ime resident of Stett ler, A lber ta passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2012 at the age of 85 years. Peg is survived by her son, Brian (Donna) Hanning and by her daughter, Arlene Hanning, two grandchildren, Meghan (Steve) Litchfield and Keegan (Trish) Hanning, great-grand-children, Abbi, Grace and Jaxson Litchfield and Haley and Caden Hanning. Peg is also survived by her sisters, Isabele Nixon and Doreen McCabe and by sisters-in-law, Marie Campbell and Shirley Campbell; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other re lat ives and dear friends. A time of viewing for those wishing to pay their last respects will be held at the Brennan Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, October 25, at 7 pm. A funeral service for the late Mrs. Peg Hanning will be held at St. George’s Anglican Church in Stettler on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. wi th the Rev. Carolyn Langford officiating. As an expression of sympathy an in loving memory of Peg, memorial contributions may be made to St. George’s Angl ican Church or to a charity of your choice in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cermation S e r v i c e s P. O . B o x 1 9 3 Stettler, AB. TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and ar rangements . 403.742.3315 Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com
Celebrations
You are invited to a 90th Birthday Celebration
for PETER CHITRENKY
on Saturday, Oct. 27, 7-10 p.m., Stettler Legion Hall,
5014-51 St., Stettler.
Look for your name in the Classifieds (stating you’re a winner) and come to the Stettler Independent to claim your prize, compliments of KFC!
EYE SPY…EYE SPY…EYE SPY…
1-877-223-3311CLASSIFIEDS
REACH OVER 217,000 READERS With one of these great deals!6 PACK 8 PACK ADPACK ALL IN 1
CALL TOLL FREE:
Page B4 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS Wednesday, October 24, 2012
announcements
Celebrate Your Marriage with a Classified Announcement - 1-877-223-3311
Remember to share the news with your friends & family!
Oilfield 800CENTRAL PEACE
NATURAL GASCO-OP LTD
requires full-timeGas Utility Operator.
Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid
driver’s licence required. Forward resume:
cpngc@telusplanet.net. Fax 780-864-2044.
Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0.
NOW LOCATEDin Drayton Valley.
BREKKAASVacuum & Tank Ltd.
Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers with all valid tickets.Top wages, excellent
benefits. Please forward resume to:
Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953.
Fax 780-621-3959.
NV Oilfield requires steamer operators and
general labourers. Oilfield tickets need and clean driver’s abstract. Fax
resume to 403-742-5179. Call Gord 403-740-9144.
Personals 60
Clerical 720
Oilfield 800Plant operator with anABSA class 4 power
engineer ticket to join agrowing energy services
company in central Alberta. Competitive
compensation package including medical benefits and a company vehicle. E-
mail resumes to office@rhinoenterprises.ca.
Professionals 810ARE YOU PASSIONATE
about agriculture?We are looking for talented
individuals to join our Business Development
team in various locations across Western Canada.
As well, we are looking for an Agronomist for
SaskatchewanGIS Technician/Scout and a Junior CSR for our Head Office in Irricana, Alberta.
If you’re an energeticcareer-minded individual -
send your resume to: jobs@decisivefarming.com
Clerical 720 Professionals 810JOURNALISTS,
Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking
for people like you.Post your resume online.
Free. Visit: www.awna.com/resumes_add.php.
MASSAGE THERAPIST for busy Alternative Care
Clinic in Stettler. Therapist must have 2200 hrs. or be registered in second year
program. For more information call Edith at
Naturally Yours 403-742-2006. Resumes
may be faxed to 403-742-2030 or e-mailed to naturallyyours2005@
telus.net.
Restaurant/Hotel 820
ERNIE O’SRESTAURANT & PUB
in Edson is looking for Line Cooks. Please fax resume to 780-723-3603 or email: ernieos.doug@telus.net.
Oilfield 800
Restaurant/Hotel 820
Clerical 720
RCMPSTETTLER DETACHMENT
Detachment Clerk - Full Time
The Stettler Detachment of the RCMP requires a career-mindedindividual to work at the Detachment office. The work environment is fast paced with a wide variety of duties. We are a close knit team of professionals who include other clerks, police officers, guards and victim service volunteers.
Under the direct supervision of the Stettler Detachment Commander the Detachment Clerk’s duties include, but are not limited to:
• answering inquiries from the public in person or via telephone and documenting inquiries or calls for service.
• dispatching police officers and utilizing the police radio system.• preparation of legal documents and reports.• querying, entering and modifying data from a variety of police
computer systems.• attending criminal court in an administrative capacity.• conducting quality assurance reviews.
This position may require shift work, overtime and some overnight training in Calgary or Edmonton. The position is conditional upon fulfi lling the RCMP Security Clearance requirements.
The ideal applicant will be a team player, willing to learn, skilled in the use of computers and possess a high level of interpersonal skills. They will type in excess of 40 wpm and have a working know-ledge of Microsoft Office and other police data base programs.
The successful applicant will be an employee of the Town of Stettler who offer a competitive salary, pension and benefi t package.
Salary range: $35,222 to $48,431 per annum.
Send resume in confi dence to:
RCMPAttention: Detachment Commander
P.O. Box 1298Stettler, Alberta
T0C 2L0
Resumes will not be considered after 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 26, 2012. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Administrator RequiredThe Summer Village of Rochon Sands requires an Administrator with experience in administration, fi nancial management and an effective communicator and community promoter.
Reporting to the Mayor and Council, the successful candidate will direct, administer and coordinate all of the affairs of the Incorporated Summer Village of Rochon Sands. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of administration, including management of human resources, operations and projects in accordance with Council Bylaws and Policies.
Our VillageThe Summer Village of Rochon Sands was incorporated in 1929. It is a peaceful lakeside community situated on the south shore of Buffalo Lake within close proximity to the Town of Stettler.
There are 178 developed lots within the Village with recreational activities that provide year round enjoyment for residents and visitors to the area.
RequirementsThe Administrator must become familiar with statutory require-ments in the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and other legisla-tion. The successful candidate must be willing to learn or acquire a working knowledge in government operations, statutes, bylaws and policy making. Problem solving, interpersonal and communi-cations skills are required as well as the ability to deal with staff fairly and diplomatically. Experienced in QuickBooks Accounting software would be a benefi t but not necessary.
The Starting Salary will be negotiable depending on experience. Hours of work are fl exible and will be determined according to the successful candidate’s abilities and experience.
Resumes will be accepted until Friday, November 15, 2012 at 3:00 pm. For more details please contact the Summer Village of Rochon Sands Offi ce at (403) 742-4717 or via e-mail to info@rochonsands.net.
The Summer Village of Rochon Sands#1 Hall Street
Rochon Sands, AB T0C 3B0 Offi ce Assistant Job Opportunity Busy and established fi nancial services fi rm in Stettler has an opening for an outgoing, personable offi ce assistant, who’s duties will include answering phone calls, handling incoming and outgoing mail and courier packages, ordering supplies, setting up client appointments, and helping with all aspects of marketing the business. Also working with rest of the business team to help streamline existing day to day paperwork and processes, as well as help develop new ones. Profi ciency with all facets of Microsoft Offi ce and a fully electronic offi ce is essential.
If you’re interested in working in a growth business with opportunity for future advancement, please send a resume and hand written note as to why we should consider you for this position to Box K, c/o The Stettler Independent, PO Box 310, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0.
Part-time Offi ce Assistant/ Bookkeeper Required
A Stettler accounting fi rm is looking for a part-time offi ce assistant/ bookkeeper.
Duties/ responsibilities will mainly include but not limited to handling mail, managing working paper fi les, handling telephone calls and client queries, managing the fi rm’s ac-counts receivables, providing GST and payroll services.
Required skills include expertise with Micro-soft Offi ce Applications, Simply Accounting and/ or Quickbooks. Experience with personal tax return preparation will be an advantage.
Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and skill.
Resumes, with cover letters can be sent via email (123ajob@gmail.com), mail (Box 778, Stettler, AB T0C 2L1) or fax (403-742-3278)
Only eligible candidates will be contacted.
EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY
Full TimeProject Coordinator
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB
Job Duties:Assist Project Management with daily workOrdering and shipping materials for Projects
Strong communication & organizationalskills a must
Computer skills & Microsoft Outlook
Please email resume tojensen@jcfgroup.ca or
fax 403-876-2554
For more information call 403-876-2574
wish kitchen & gift
Bridal RegistryMegan Huskinson & Devin Haley Nov 10Jenna Co eld & Andrew Wiart Nov 10Janene Burwash & Rob Andrews Nov 10Amber Lachance & Brad Hoogenberg Dec 11Celene Hunter & Luke Rajewski Dec 29
View registries online www.wishkitchen.comMain Street, Stettler 403.742.8484
FREE Henckels Knife SharpeningWednesday, Nov. 7 - Noon to 2 p.m.
Call for details.
Bearspaw Petroleum Ltd. is seeking qualifi ed candidates to fi ll Floorhand, Derrickhand and Driller positions. These positions are locally based.Applicants must have all necessary valid tickets for the positionapplied for.Bearspaw offers a very competitive salary & benefi ts package along with a steady work schedule.Please submit resumes: Attn: Human Resources
Email: hr@bearspawpet.comFax: 403-258-3197
Or mail to: Ste. 5309, 333 - 96 Ave. NE, Calgary, AB T3K 0S3
Service Rig
Tornado Hydrovacs,a division of
Petrofi eld Industriesis accepting resumes for:
• Industrial Painters• Sandblasters• Welders (Journeyman or Apprentice)at our Manufacturing Facility located at 4102 - 44 Avenue, Stettler, AB
Willing to train if candidate has related basic skills or experience.Our Company has an enthusiastic, fast paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, or an excellent benefi t package.Please forward resume to hr@petrofi eld.com or Fax 403 742-5544.
EXPERIENCE IT:More than a job!
TEAM MEMBERSSHIFT MANAGERS
NOW RECRUITING
What do we offer
COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FORM AT THE KFC RESTAURANT
NEAREST TO YOU!
We are looking for energetic and dynamic candidates to join our KFC restaurants.
Flexible hours matched to your availabilityComplete paid training programEmployee mealsCareer advancement and benefi ts (if applicable)
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS Page B5
12103MB1
ON N
OW A
T YO
UR A
LBER
TA B
UICK
GM
C DE
ALER
S. A
lber
taGM
C.co
m 1
-800
-GM
-DRI
VE. G
MC
is a
bra
nd o
f Gen
eral
Mot
ors o
f Can
ada.
/*Of
fer a
pplie
s to
the
purc
hase
of a
201
2 Si
erra
HD
2500
/350
0 eq
uipp
ed a
s des
crib
ed. F
reig
ht in
clude
d ($
1,49
5).
Lice
nse,
insu
ranc
e, re
gist
ratio
n, P
PSA,
adm
inist
ratio
n fe
es a
nd ta
xes n
ot in
clude
d. D
eale
rs a
re fr
ee to
set i
ndivi
dual
pric
es. O
ffer a
vaila
ble
to re
tail c
usto
mer
s in
Cana
da. S
ee D
eale
r for
det
ails.
Lim
ited
time
offe
rs w
hich
may
not
be
com
bine
d w
ith o
ther
offe
rs,
and
are
subj
ect t
o ch
ange
with
out n
otic
e. O
ffers
app
ly to
qua
lifie
d re
tail c
usto
mer
s in
Albe
rta B
uick
GM
C De
aler
Mar
ketin
g As
soci
atio
n ar
ea o
nly.
Deal
er tr
ade
may
be
requ
ired.
GM
CL, A
lly C
redi
t or T
D Fi
nanc
ing
Serv
ices
may
mod
ify, e
xten
d or
term
inat
e th
is
offe
r in
who
le o
r in
part
at a
ny ti
me
with
out n
otic
e. C
ondi
tions
and
limita
tions
app
ly. S
ee G
MC
deal
er fo
r det
ails.
$
8,00
0 m
anuf
actu
rer t
o de
aler
del
ivery
cre
dit a
vaila
ble
on a
201
2 Si
erra
HD
2500
/350
0 (ta
x ex
clusiv
e) fo
r ret
ail c
usto
mer
s on
ly. O
ther
cas
h cr
edits
ava
ilabl
e on
mos
t mod
els.
See
your
GM
dea
ler f
or d
etai
ls. ‡
Whe
n pr
oper
ly eq
uipp
ed w
ith a
vaila
ble T
raile
ring
Equi
pmen
t pac
kage
, on
appl
icab
le 3
500
HD M
odel
s. Ba
sed
on W
ards
Auto
.com
201
2 La
rge
Pick
up se
gmen
t, 20
12 M
odel
Year
com
petit
ive
data
for F
ord
Supe
r Dut
y F-3
50 an
d Ra
m 3
500
Heav
y Dut
y pic
kup
truck
s and
late
st p
ublis
hed
info
rmat
ion
at tim
e of p
ublis
hing
. Exc
lude
s oth
er G
M m
odel
s. † W
hen
prop
erly
equi
pped
with
avai
labl
e Tra
ilerin
g Eq
uipm
ent p
acka
ge, o
n ap
plic
able
350
0 HD
Mod
els.
Ba
sed
on W
ards
Auto
.com
201
2 La
rge
Pick
up s
egm
ent,
and
late
st p
ublis
hed
info
rmat
ion
at ti
me
of p
ublis
hing
. Exc
lude
s ot
her G
M m
odel
s. ††
5 y
ear/1
60,0
00 k
m (w
hich
ever
com
es fi
rst)
Pow
ertra
in C
ompo
nent
war
rant
y. Co
nditi
ons
and
limita
tions
app
ly.
Base
d on
mos
t rec
ent p
ublis
hed
com
petit
ive d
ata
avai
labl
e fo
r War
dsAu
to.c
om 2
012
Larg
e Pi
ckup
segm
enta
tion.
See
dea
ler f
or d
etai
ls. ̂
Bas
ed o
n la
test
com
petit
ive d
ata
avai
labl
e. ¥
¥ Av
aila
ble
on G
MC
Sier
ra H
eavy
Dut
y mod
els o
nly.
Vehi
cle fe
atur
es a
nd
perfo
rman
ce c
apab
ilitie
s sub
ject
to c
hang
e. A
dditi
onal
cha
rges
for p
rodu
ct o
ptio
ns m
ay a
pply.
See
Dea
ler f
or D
etai
ls.**
Bas
ed o
n la
test
com
petit
ive d
ata
avai
labl
e. †
*To
qual
ify fo
r GM
CL’s
Cash
For
Clu
nker
s inc
entiv
e, yo
u m
ust:
(1) t
urn
in a
200
6 or
old
er M
Y ve
hicle
that
is in
runn
ing
cond
ition
and
has
bee
n re
gist
ered
and
pro
perly
insu
red
in yo
ur n
ame
for t
he la
st 3
mon
ths (
2) tu
rn in
a 2
006
or o
lder
MY
vehi
cle th
at is
in ru
nnin
g co
nditi
on a
nd h
as b
een
regi
ster
ed a
nd p
rope
rly in
sure
d un
der a
smal
l bus
ines
s nam
e fo
r the
last
3 m
onth
s. G
MCL
will
prov
ide
elig
ible
con
sum
ers w
ith a
man
ufac
ture
r to
cons
umer
ince
ntive
(tax
inclu
sive)
to b
e us
ed to
war
ds th
e pu
rcha
se/fi
nanc
e/le
ase
of a
new
elig
ible
201
2 or
201
3 M
Y Ch
evro
let C
olor
ado,
GM
C Ca
nyon
, Che
vrol
et S
ilver
ado,
GM
C Si
erra
, or C
hevr
olet
Ava
lanc
he d
elive
red
betw
een
Octo
ber 2
, 201
2 an
d Ja
nuar
y 2, 2
013.
Ince
ntive
rang
es fr
om $
1500
to $
3,00
0, d
epen
ding
on
mod
el p
urch
ased
. Inc
entiv
e m
ay n
ot b
e co
mbi
ned
with
certa
in o
ther
offe
rs. B
y par
ticip
atin
g in
the
Cash
For
Clun
kers
pro
gram
you
will
not b
e el
igib
le fo
r any
trad
e-in
val
ue fo
r you
r veh
icle.
See
you
r par
ticip
atin
g GM
dea
ler f
or a
dditi
onal
pro
gram
con
ditio
ns a
nd d
etai
ls. G
MCL
may
mod
ify, e
xten
d or
term
inat
e pr
ogra
m in
who
le o
r in
part
at a
ny ti
me
with
out n
otic
e.
SCAN HERE
TO FINDYOURS
ALBERTAGMC.COM
CANADA’S BEST-ENGINEERED, MOST CAPABLE FAMILY OF HD PICKUPS
SIERRA HDPOWER.CAPABILITY.CONFIDENCE
GET YOURS WITHCASHCREDIT$8,000
MAXIMUM FIFTH-WHEEL TOWING CAPACITY OF 23,000 LB. (10,433 KG)†
MAXIMUM BALL-HITCH TOWING CAPACITY OF 18,000 LB. (8,165 KG)†
MAXIMUM PAYLOAD CAPACITY OF 7,215 LB. (3,273 KG)‡
BEST-IN-CLASS 160,000KM/ 5 YEAR POWERTRAIN WARRANTY†† (60,000 KM LONGER THAN F-150 AND RAM^)
LEGENDARY DURAMAX DIESEL ENGINE & ALLISON TRANSMISSION (397 HP AND 765 LB-FT OF TORQUE)¥¥
CLASS LEADING:
The Increased Power of the Sierra HD starts with a High-Strength, Fully-Boxed Frame from Front to Rear – Another Segment-Exclusive**
GMC Sierra 3500, 2500, Denali HD Shown
Recycle your 2006 model year or older vehicle and receive up to $3,000 towards the cash purchase, financing or leasing of an eligible 2012 or 2013 Sierra LD Crew Cab.
$3,000†*UPTO
DO YOUR PART FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY UPGRADING YOUR OLD VEHICLE TO A NEW PICKUP.
FOR fast results: Classified Want Ads. Phone 1-877-223-3311.
Over 2,000,000hoursSt. John Ambulancevolunteers provideCanadians with morethan 2 million hours of community serviceeach year.
Restaurant/Hotel 820
MCDONALD’SRestaurants in Ponoka,
Lacombe, Gasoline Alley(East and West) and
Stettler are now hiring fulltime TEAM LEADERS
(Food ServiceSupervisors). Starting
wage is between $11.05 to$13.00 per hour, dependingupon previous experienceand/or equivilent education.
All restaurants are 24 hours so applicants must be wlling to work flexible
shifts, weekend, evenings and late nights. We offer
benefits and opportunities for further
advancement. Apply inperson, or on line at
cbay22@telus.net or faxresume to 403-783-4251.
Trades 850AN ALBERTA
CONSTRUCTIONCOMPANY
is hiring Dozerand Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to
operators that areexperienced in oilfield road
and lease construction. Lodging and meals
provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson,
Alberta. Alcohol & drug testing required.
Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
EDMONTON BASED COMPANY
seeks experienced Dozer, Excavator and GraderOperators for work in
Northern Alberta.Accommodations andsubsistence provided.
Fax 780-488-3002;jobs@commandequipment.com
GET YOUR FOOTIN THE GARAGE DOOR.Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension,
job safety. First step to Automotive/Heavy Duty
Apprenticeships.GPRC Fairview Campus.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.
Trades 850
Sales &Distributors 830
Trades 850 Trades 850GO TO YOUR
next job interview with2nd Year Heavy Duty
Mechanic skills. GPRC, Fairview campus - Heavy
Equipment Certificateprogram. Hands-on
training, safety courses, opportunity to write 1st and
2nd HET apprenticeship exams. Gain 600 hours credit. 1-888-999-7882;
www.gprc.ab.ca.
JOURNEYMANCARPENTER OR
LABOURER REQUIREDIMMEDIATELY.
Competitive wages offered.Call 403-742-5995or 403-742-9852
WELDERS ARE INGREAT DEMAND!
16 week welding program gives you First Period Apprenticeship skills.Includes 4 week work
practicum. Grande Prairie campus - January 7,
2013. Fairview campus - February 25, 2013. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca
Truckers/Drivers 860
Trades 850New Holland dealer in
Stettler is now accepting applications for
Agricultural Technicians or Journeyman/Heavy Duty
mechanics with ag experience. We offer year round employment, hourly
salary from $25 to $32.50 depending on
qualifications, excellent benefits and a positive,
friendly team oriented work environment. If you are
looking for a rewarding career with a
successful growing organization, then forward your resume to: Bill’s Farm
Supplies, Attn: Tracey, Box 1325,
Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0, fax 403-742-1282, email to: billfarm@telusplanet.net
PYRAMIDCORPORATIONIS NOW HIRING
Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various
sites across Alberta.Send resume to:
hr@pyramidcorporation.comor fax 780-955-HIRE.
TOWN OF PONOKAEmployment Opportunity -
Public Works Foreman. For details of this position go to: www.ponoka.org or
email:bwatson@ponoka.org.
TKSCONTROLS
LTD.
4605 - 41 St.,
Stettler
www.tkscontrols.ca
We are currently seeking applications for full time positions of:
Pipefi tter/Journeyman
& Apprentices
Instrumentation & Electrical/
Journeyman & Apprentices TKS Offers competitive wages & a full benefi t package.Drop off resumes at shop or email
to inquiries@tkscontrols.ca
We are presently looking for a
Fulltime Inside/Outside Salesperson for our Consort location.
We are looking for someone with previous experience in automotive and/or industrial supply, a valid drivers license, computer knowledge, ability to work well alone and with others, and be well organized.
Competitive salary based on experience. Please FAX resume to Craig @ 403-577-2518 or Dwight @ 403-742-8896 OR
DROP OFF at Consort store - #1 –4814-48 St. Consort, Ab.
Fulltime Parts Person
STUDON Electric & Controls Inc. is one of Canada’s Best 50 Managed Companies. We are an industry leading Electrical & Instrumentation Contractor that prides itself in having committed and dedicated employees.
We are currently hiring:
JOURNEYMEN, 2/3/4th YEAR ELECTRICIANS
FOR THE RED DEER AREA The ideal candidates will have the following:
• H2S, OSSA Fall Protection, OSSA Aerial Work Platform, CSTS • Journeymen or 3&4 year Electricians and/or Instrumentation Techs • A team player • Excellent communication skills STUDON off ers a competitive salary, incentive and benefi ts package. If you are interested in this opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company, please forward your resume to the address below.
“People Pride & Service”
STUDON Electric & Controls Inc.
ATTN: Human Resources
Fax: 403-342-6505
Email: hr@studon.com
EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY
Floor Covering Installers and Tilesetters needed
for Jensen Contract Flooring, Big Valley, AB
Starting wages:$23 to $25/hr - Floor Covering Installers
$19 to $21/hr - Tilesetters40-50 hours per week
Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience or have a valid trade certification.
Please send qualified resumes only tojensenjobs@email.com or
fax to 403-876-2554
Evraz Camrose Works is accepting applications for
JOURNEYMAN MILLWRIGHTS, AND
ELECTRICIANS to work at our pipemaking facility in Camrose, Alberta.
Individuals must be at least 18 years of age, safety conscious, physically fi t and
able to work overtime and shift work. We offer an attractive starting wage
plus an excellent benefi t andpension package.
All applicants will be required to attend and pass a medical assessment
arranged by Evraz Camrose Works.
Applications must be completed in per-son at the Human Resources office:
EVRAZ Camrose Works
5302 - 39 Street, Camrose, Alberta
We thank all applicants for their interest;however only those seleted for an
interview will be contacted.
jojo
CRUDE SERVICES INC.
is now hiringClass 1 Drivers for
transporting Dangerous Goods
Experience driving Super B, Tridem,and Body-Job units is an asset.
We offer top industry wages,group benefi ts package,
company RRSPs as well asscheduled days off.
Please send resumes:Fax: 403-742-4181
Email: jobs@crudeservices.caCall: 403-742-4189
Delivery Driver
RequiredApprox. 1 hour a day to deliver
The Edmonton Sun/Journalto retailers in Stettler
Early Mornings
For more information callHank Swankhuizen
780-655-6303or email hbsdist@gmail.com
Page B6 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS Wednesday, October 24, 2012
12103UC012101UC0
FOR EXTRA SAVINGS, VISIT mopar.ca/signupandsave•
ONLY AT YOUR ALBERTA CHRYSLER, JEEP®, DODGE, RAM DEALER.
WE ONLY MADE 500 OF THESE. SO WE’RE ONLY GIVING AWAY ONE.Drive In and Win. When you bring in your vehicle for a service special, you’ll receive a “Drive In and Win” contest card for instant prizes. You’ll also qualify for great Draw and Win prizes, including a Limited Production 2012 Chrysler 300 Mopar’12. There’s no better way to celebrate Mopar’s 75th Anniversary.
*
S E R V I C E & P A R T SM O P A R P E O P L E . M O P A R P A R T S .
*No purchase necessary. The 2012 “Drive In and Win” contest consists of a scratch and win instant win promotion and an online sweepstakes with regional prizes. A skill-testing question must be correctly answered. Instant prizes range in value from $2.50 to $12.95. Complete contest details available at www.mopar.ca. The instant win contest closes on December 31, 2012 or while supplies of offi cial “Drive In and Win” cards last (whichever occurs fi rst). There are 517 secondary prizes awarded on a regional basis and 1 Grand Prize awarded nationally for the online sweepstakes portion of the “Drive In and Win” contest. Online sweepstakes ends with all entries received by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on December 31, 2012. Approximate retail value and regional allocation of sweepstakes prizes is as follows: 1 Grand Prize consisting of a 2012 Chrysler 300 Mopar’12 (approx. value: $49,400) awarded nationally/Katzkin Interior (approx. value: $1,645)/Mopar Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (approx. value: $784)/Peace-of-Mind Maintenance Service Package (approx. value: $230)/Mopar Wheel Locks (approx. value: $90)/Mopar Cargo Tote (approx. value: $45). British Columbia (including Northwest Territories): 1/3/40/4/4, Alberta: 2/5/80/8/8, Prairies: 1/3/40/4/4, Ontario: 4/7/120/12/12, Quebec: 2/5/80/8/8, Atlantic: 1/3/40/4/4. Incentive off er applicable only at participating Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram dealers. Prices do not include taxes. Dealers are free to set individual prices. See your participating Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram dealer for complete details. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC, used under license by Chrysler Canada Inc. •Valid with purchase of any in-market service at any participating Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram dealer.
††††††††††††††††††††††††††
†Must be dealer installed. Excludes tire sizes over 18 inches. Installation and balancing extra.
Service includes:
√ Setting of tire pressure √ Computerized alignment √ Toe adjustment √ Steering and suspension inspection √ Manufacturer’s check ∞Parts extra. Excludes heavy duty vehicles.
$9995∞
FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
WHEN COMBINED WITH “BUY 3 GET THE 4TH FREE.”
$49,400 MSRP
$6995±
PEACE-OF-MIND MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Available at additional cost.
(Regular Price: $89.95)
Service includes:
√ Up to 5 litres of 5W20 or 5W30 Mopar® Oil √ Mopar® Oil Filter √ Rotation of 4 tires √ Peace-of-Mind Inspection of cooling system, all fl uid
levels, electronic battery test, front and rear brake systems, exhaust system and suspension system
√ Written report on fi ndings √ Manufacturer’s check ±Additional charges may be applied for diesel, V10s, HEMI® V8s, fl uid disposal, semi-synthetic and synthetic oil. Environmental handling charges may apply.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT REAL ESTATE Page B7Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Advertisers inAdvertisers in
the showcasethe showcase
section maintain section maintain
Real Estate officesReal Estate offices
in Stettler, are in Stettler, are
members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.members of the Red Deer & District Real Estate Board Co-op Ltd., and all offer full multiple listing services.
Stettler’s Best ReadReal Estate Section
Reaches Buyers and Sellers
Where They Live, Work and Farm
Prepping the fi replace for the season
ANDYBIRCH
Associate
www.royallepage.ca/andybirch
ROYAL LEPAGE
NETWORK REALTY CORP.Independently Owned and Operated
5002 - 50th Ave., StettlerBus.: 403-742-3069 1-888-742-6685
Specializing In* Residential * Commercial
* Farms * Acreages* Lake Properties
Over 26 Years of Experience
Diamond Award Recipient
Immaculate 2 bedroom half duplex. Open concept design, main fl oor laundry, smoke/pet free home. Basement to be fi nished the way
you want. #CA0003777. $204,900.
NEW
Wow! This 6 bdrm, 2 bath home is an excellent opportu-nity for the fi rst time buyers or a growing family! Spacious family room, large kitchen, private back yard, 1120 sq. ft.
Come take a look today! #CA323673. $224,900.
Excellent RestaurantFor Sale!
Business only. Located in a high traffic area for
Great exposure and easy access. Includes restaurant equipment
and furnishings. Call Andy!
2 Storey Executive home - Unique home on large lot, 5 bdrms, 5 baths, 2 garages.
Spacious private backyard with meticulous landscaping. A Must See! #CA321406.
Excellent Family Home in a family-friendly neighbour-hood! Featuring 5 bdrms, 3 bath, huge family room,
spacious fenced back yard, extra parking and close to Rec. Center, soccer fi eld, splash park and more!Immediate Possession! #CA325271. $359,900.
New Duplexes offering everything on one level! 2 bdrms, 1 bath, bright & spacious open fl oor concept,
single attached garage. Conveniently located with a short walk to post office, banks, medical clinic & main
street! #CA311201, CA311202. $249,000.
JAMES DADENSKY
1st Choice Realty
403-742-67474913 - 51 Street
“Each office independently owned & operated”
View Stettler area listings at www.stettlerhomes.com
Re/Max outstanding agents, outstanding results!
Seniors. Move in before winter. Warm cozy condo with heated
garage. One block off Main Street. No stairs. $219,500.
Only six years old. 1360 sq. ft. home with heated double garage on
5 acres just minutes to town. Very nice. Only $359,000.
Let’s make a deal. Renovated bungalow. New kitchen. 5 Bedrooms.
Main fl oor laundry. Hardwood. Asking $274,500.
Handy man’s dream. Raised bungalow built in 1973. 55 x 150 ft. lot. Paved driveway. $194,900 list price. Call now!
Clean 4 bedroom split level. Shingles two years old. New deck. Well fenced. Cozy wood fi replace.
Affordable at $239,900.
Immediate possession!3 Level split close to schools.
24 x 24 ft. Garage. Now just $169,500. Call today!
NEWLISTING
People looking to em-brace the cold-weather season often fi nd snug-gling up in front of a roaring fi re is both re-laxing and warming. Fireplaces are popular components of homes across the country. En-suring fi replaces are prepared for a season of use is important from a safety standpoint and for personal comfort as well.
Heating fi res ac-count for 36 per cent of residential home fi res in rural areas every year. Often these fi res are due to creosote buildup in chimneys and stove-pipes. All home heating systems require regular maintenance to function safely and efficiently.
One of the most im-portant steps to fi replace maintenance and prepa-ration is having the en-tire thing cleaned by a professional. A chimney sweep provides a vari-ety of services. A chim-ney sweep will clean out the entire chimney. Many use a high-powered vac-uum so that there is no soot or dust entering the home. Depending on the range of services, some sweeps also offer a se-ries of inspections of the chimney, interior fl ue and checks of attic spaces for any damaged areas that will need repair.
The next step will be securing your source of fuel. Many homeowners contract with a provider of seasoned fi rewood.
A delivery of one or two cords of wood may take the average fi replace user through the sea-son. Wood can also be purchased at supermar-kets or picked up free in different areas. It’s not adviseable to use wood that has just been cut down. It likely contains high levels of moisture that will result in more smoke than burn power, and could lead to depos-its forming on the inside of the chimney. Synthetic logs are also available, but use caution because they may burn unevenly and put out higher lev-els of carbon monoxide. Follow directions on the packages of these pro-ducts carefully.
It is important to in-spect a fi replace screen or guard to ensure it can safely protect against embers escaping the fi replace. In homes where there are young children, an added bar-rier may be needed in front of the fi replace to prevent little hands from touching the hot screen.
It is vital to open up the chimney fl ue before starting any fi re. This allows fresh air to feed the fi re and will enable smoke to exit the home. Failure to open the fl ue can result in smothering, dirty smoke fi lling the home quite quickly. The fl ue should be closed af-ter the fi re is completely extinguished so that ani-mals and outside debris don’t enter the home
via the opening.Be sure to have a
metal container for re-moving and storing hot ashes handy. Embers and ashes can stay hot for quite some time, so they should be placed outdoors, ideally far from the home so they don’t set anything ablaze.
Educate household members about the rules of fi replace use. They should be aware that no items should be discarded into the fi re to avoid the emission of toxic fumes or danger-ous embers. All it takes is one stray ember to start a huge fi re. Also, improper fuel materials may lead to the buildup of fl ammable creosote on the chimney.
A fi replace can be a focal point, a source of home heating and just a nice place to which to retire when the weather is cold. Preparing the
fi replace for use and maintaining it properly are the keys to a safe season of use.
FranSnowden
KarenCannady
Locally owned & operated Visit us at www.century21.ca/candorrealty for more listings
4.92 ACRES with well kept 4 bdrm mobile, large workshop and barn. Ideal acreage for the hobby farmer and just a short drive to town. $260,000.
CandorRealty Ltd.
Ph. 403-742-44244908 - 51 Street
THIS AFFORDABLE 2 bdrm bungalow has newer wir-ing, plumbing, HE furnace and 2 renovated bathrooms. Nice fenced yard and detached garage. Only $127,500.
QUICK POSSESSION available on this 5 bdrm bungalow. Nothing to do, but move right in. Great family home with recent updates in
bsmt. completed and a double garage. Only $229,000.
HERE’S THE STARTER HOME FOR YOU! Say Goodbye to your land-lord. This 2 bdrm bungalow has had many upgrades and features
a nicely landscaped corner lot and a garage. $134,900.
THIS SOLID PROFESSIONAL BUILDING offers a great investment opportunity. Located just one block off main street. Six offices and 10 parking spaces. $235,000.
Best Buy On The Block! Quality 2 storey home with 3 bdrms/3 baths. Modern, open concept
and room to build a garage. $205,000.
SOLDSOLD
CALL 403-742-3344 (24 hrs.)Call a Central "Team" Sales Associate today for FREE advice or enquiries. LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED CALL 403-742-3344 (24 hrs.)
CENTRALCENTRALROYAL LEPAGE
Call a Central "Team" Sales Associate today for FREE advice or enquiries.
4701 - 50 STREET, STETTLER
Garry RushtonAssociate
Edna StuartAssociate Broker
Doug RobertsBroker/Owner
Jill FisherAssociate/Owner
Apryl CassidyManager/Owner
Wade StormoenAssociate
Ross ScheerschmidtAssociate
Brian LynnAssociate Broker
Norma LeslieAssociate Broker
Atie TurnbullAssociate
Kyle RamstadAssociate
CARLISLE EST. 5.54 acres, ready for your dream home,
fully fenced. $115,000. Call Atie.
CA319450CA319450
BRAND NEW, 4 bdrm duplex. $265,000
Call Garry.
CA0000133CA0000133
3 bdr, 4 level split plenty of room for the family. $269,000. Call Jill.
CA327291CA327291
3+2 bdrm bungalow in Grandview. Economical good value home.
$257,900. Call Garry.
CA0003242CA0003242
Nothing to do here but move in. Low taxes & lots of extras.
$133,000. Call Atie.
CA325345CA325345
88 acres (3 miles) north of Stettler. $214,900.
Call Brian.
CA313064CA313064
Buffalo View Est. Lake front 6 bdrm home, landscaped to water with dock and
covered boat lift. $799,000. Call Brian.
CA0001963CA0001963
1700 sq. ft. home 2 blks from school 4 bdrms, well cared for and
updated. $272,900. Call Doug.
CA326145CA326145
Large mature lot, with small home. Perfect rental property till you build your home. Call Doug.
CA0002838CA0002838
Beautiful landscaped yard with one of a kind home on acreage close to
town. $529,000. Call Ross.
CA0000334CA0000334
5 bdrm home on 52 x 130 lot. Only $239,000.
Call Wade.
CA0001726CA0001726
2788 sq. ft. home on large fenced lot in Botha.
$195,000. Call Garry.
CA0003042CA0003042
Small town luxury in Big Valley. If you need to escape this is the
place. $385,000. Call Ross.
CA0001488CA0001488
2 bdrm bungalow with garage on large lot. Perfect starter.
$133,000.
CA327345CA327345
Great location, tastefully landscaped, SA garage and SD garage, no condo
fees. $249,000. Call Edna.
CA0003562CA0003562
CA0002485CA0002485
Newer 2/2 bdrm home, fi nished basement, Close to downtown.
$359,000. Call Edna.
Perfect family home ½ blk from Rec Center on a corner lot with garage. Recent renos. $295,000. Call Ross.
CA0003465CA0003465
4 bdrms, 2 baths, totally redone inside. Come take a
look. $269,900. Call Jill.
CA0001500CA0001500
To view more info on our listing check out www.royallepage.ca/stettler or www.REALTOR.ca
ReducedReduced ReducedReducedNEWNEW
NEWNEW
www.suttonlandmarkrealty.com 5010 - 50 Street, Stettler 403-742-4080
landmark realty- An independent member broker
Gwen Leegsells4u@telus.net
Lynn Engellynneng@telus.net
Helping You Make Informed Decisions Serving Stettler and Central Alberta +
Heritage Gem
Donalda, 4 bed, 2 bath, extensive upgrades,claw foot tub. Call for details on recent upgrades.
Castor, Rental Property or First Home, scenic lot, overlooking aeration fountain, 2 bed, 1 bath.
Big Valley, Heritage Home, 3 bed, 2 bath, renovated w/attention to detail. Hockey, curling and Alberta Prairie Steam Train!
NEW LISTING
For Sale/Rent
Beautiful Home, country setting, open concept,maple fl oors, working farm, 2 barns & much more!
145 Acres
Pre-Purchase &ConstructionInspection
Serving East Central Alberta
1-855-857-9234Egbert Jager
www.DiamondHomeInspection.ca .com
Trades 850T.J. LOGGING
of Whitecourt, Albertais accepting resumes for experienced heavy duty operators, hoe, dozer,
skidder, buncher,processor, delimber for
immediate employment. Fax resume 780-778-2428.
Truckers/Drivers 860
Misc.Help 880
Trades 850 Trades 850 Trades 850
SECURITAS CANADA
Hiring ImmediateFT & Casual
EMR or EMTSecurity Personnel
for Dispatching Position
Securitas Canada is looking for qualified Security
Staff for a Petro-Chemical plant outside of Red Deer.
Minimum Qualification: * Alberta Security License
*EMR- ACP certified*Class 4 license
*Bondable*Good interpersonal skills
*Good communication skills*Computer knowledge,
previous emergencyexperience, previoussecurity experience,
client interactionexperience an asset
WHY SECURITAS:*Extended Health and
welfare plan*Above average wages
*Fully Paid uniform*All training time paid
*Dedicated quality group.*Room to learn and grow.
How to apply:Apply on line at:
http://www.securitas.com/ca/enca/Career/
On this web site you can click on “On line Applica-tion” and submit it to the
Edmonton Branch. Email:
Dillicj@Novachem.comFax: 403-314-8475
Integrity - Vigilance -Helpfulness
Misc.Help 880
BusinessOpportunities 870
47 X 60 SHOP,VIKING, on 170 X 75 foot lot. Fenced compound in
rear. Three 12-foot doors, three phase power.$2,000 per month.
Price negotiable. Can rent single bay. Will consider
partnership in autowrecking or vehicle repair
business. Optional 50 X 30 storage shed.
Lloyd 780-220-5458.
EARN FREE TREASURE CHEST LUCKY LOTTERY
VENDING MACHINES.Collect big bags of cash
each month.Small investment required.
Get full details now atwebsite: www.tcvend.com.
FOR LEASEin Sedgewick, Alberta.
3000 sq. ft. shop, whichincludes a 600 sq. ft.
office space w/mezzanine which has a forced air
furnace. Shop - 2 - 14 ft. overhead doors, overhead heat, 3 phase power and bathroom. Complete with Å‚ acre fenced in yard. For more information
contact Mark Bonnett at 780-384-2338 or email:
bonness@telusplanet.net.
Misc.Help 880
ADULT UPGRADING
Alberta Government Funded Programs
Student Funding Available!
NOVEMBER START
• GED Preparation• Community Support
Worker Program
Morning, Afternoon AndEvening P/T Classes
Academic ExpressAdult Education & Training
340-1930www.academicexpress.ca
SO007318Looking for step deck class 1 drivers to run
Canada and/or US. Must have 2 years safe driving experience w/ max 3 demerits
on drivers abstract.
Call Sandy 604.882.1518
or fax 604.882.1399
Alchemist is committed to safety and a respectful workplace. Step deck rates will be 78% of revenue pulling our trailers.
Maintenance Technician - Mechanical TradesRahr Malting Canada Ltd., a leading manufacturer of Brewer’s Malt,
is now accepting applications for a full time Maintenance Technician position.
The position includes trouble shooting, maintenance inspections, lubes, PMs and repairs to all types of equipment in order to maintain
the safe operation and fulfi ll production requirements of Rahr Malting. The position is rated under the Heavy Job classifi cation.
Applicants must have a valid mechanical trade certifi cate for work in Alberta. This position will work in coordination with the Operations
group and is accountable to the Maintenance Supervisor.Experience in manufacturing or factory environment is preferred.
Application Closing Date: October 31, 2012
Applicants should include a resume and apply in writing to:Rahr Malting Canada Ltd.
Attention: Human ResourcesBox 113
Alix, Alberta T0C 0B0Fax: 403-747-2660
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
CARETAKING SERVICESSTETTLER UNITED CHURCH is seeking individuals, groups or fi rms interested in contracting caretaking services at Stettler United Church located at 4820 - 51 Street, Stettler, Alberta.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST, in letter format, is to be mailed to Stettler United Church, Box 1027, Stettler, Alberta, T0C 2L0 or faxed to 403-742-4550.
Closing time and date for receiving letters of interest is 12 p.m. local time on Oct. 29, 2012.
All letters must include the name, address and telephone numbers of the contact person and a brief description of past history/ex-perience in caretaking services.
Only individuals, groups or fi rms submitting a letter expressing interest will be eligible to receive a Tender Package. A $35.00, non-refundable fee (plus GST) will be charged for each package.
Eligible individuals, groups or fi rms will be contacted to attend a mandatory information meeting at the Stettler United Church to be scheduled between Nov. 15 and 21, 2012.
Stettler United Church looks forward to working with you to inspire and build a community of people connected to Christianity.
Stettler United Church
Deep Roots. Promising Future.
BUILDING SALES REPRESENTATIVE 1 (BSR 1) Position #HR12-299 Provost, Consort, and Oyen
BUILDING SALES REPRESENTATIVE 2 (BSR 2) Position #HR12-300 Stettler
More to Life at UFA.
UFA Co-operative Limited is one of Canada’s largest and most dynamic co-operatives.
We Offer:
www.ufa.com by Wednesday, October 31, 2012 to apply.
Explore the great career opportunities at www.UFA.com
Alberta
Full/Part Time• Floor Merchandiser
• Front End Customer ServiceDuties include: • Stock • Freight • Customer Service • Computer Entry
Computer skills an asset
Call 403-741-7864 for interview time or drop resume at store
5018 - 50 Street, Stettler
Party MaxxHelp Wanted
Page B8 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS Wednesday, October 24, 2012
12103MF1
Help prepare for winter with select brand name tires, wheels and a tire pressure monitoring sensor designed by Ford for your Ford.
Ask about our
WINTER TIRESA full range of national brand name tires and the
expert knowledge to help you make the best choice.
WE WILL NOTBE UNDERSOLD ON TIRES!††
in Tire Manufacturer Mail-In Rebates.‡‡
See your Service Advisor for details.
Steel or aluminum wheels
$100$4999
PLUS, convenient tire storage at participating locations.1
A k b t
A fu
exp
WBEON
Stealu
PLU
WHO INSTALLS YOUR WINTER TIRES IS AS IMPORTANT AS YOUR WINTER TIRES.Ford Technicians aren’t your typical mechanics. They’re trained
by Ford to know your Ford better than anyone else, especially
when it comes to winter tires. They’ll help you find the tires
that fit your vehicle best, according to its year, model, weight and
drivetrain. This winter, don’t let just anyone install your winter tires.
TRUST THE EXPERTS WHO KNOW YOUR FORD BEST.
Motorcraft ®
BRAKE PADS OR SHOESGenuine Motorcraft ® brake pads and shoes are engineered to fi t your Ford perfectly. And, because they’re covered by our Lifetime Warranty , they could be the last you’ll ever buy.
Replacement of front or rear pads or shoes**
Service of calipers, mounts and sliders
Inspection of rotors, hydraulic system and brake fl uid levels
INCLUDES:
Includesinstallation
▲
FROM
$19999**
For more details and offers, visit us at your Alberta Ford Store or ford.ca
UP TO
FROM PER WHEEL
All offers expire December 15, 2012. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. See Service Advisor for complete details. Applicable taxes and provincial levies not included. Dealer may sell for less. Only available at participating locations. 1Storage term is at the Dealer’s sole discretion, up to a maximum of one year. ††In order to receive a local competitor’s advertised price: (i) tires must be purchased and installed at your participating Ford Dealer; (ii) customer must present the competitor’s actual local advertisement (containing the lower price) which must have been printed within 30 days of the sale; and (iii) the tires being purchased must be the same brand, sidewall, speed and load ratings as shown in the competitive advertisement. Offer only available at participating Ford dealerships. This offer is valid on the cost of the tire only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Offer does not apply to advertised prices outside of Canada, in eBay advertisements, by tire wholesalers and online tire retailers, or closeout, special order, discontinued and clearance/liquidation offers. Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled or changed at any time without prior notice. See your Service Advisor for details. Ford Protection Plan is only available for non-commercial cars and light trucks. If an eligible Ford, Motorcraft ® or Ford-approved part fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, wear out or rust through, it will be replaced at no charge as long as the original purchaser of the part owns the vehicle on which the part was installed. Labour is covered for the fi rst 12 months or 20,000 km (whichever occurs fi rst) aft er the date of installation. Emergency brake pads are not eligible under this plan. See Service Advisor for complete details and limitations. ‡‡ Rebate offers are manufacturer’s mail-in rebates. Rebates available on select Hankook, Continental (credit card gift card), General Tire (credit card gift card), Goodyear, Dunlop, Pirelli, Yokohama, Bridgestone (credit card gift card), Firestone (credit card gift card), Michelin and Toyo tires. Offers are valid on qualifying sets of four tires, purchased and installed at participating locations during the respective promotion periods for each tire brand. Offer is valid on the cost of the tire(s) only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Amount of rebates, start dates and expiration dates (range from November 20 – December 31, 2012) vary depending on tire manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the customer to submit the required claim forms and proof of purchase to the relevant tire manufacturer with suffi cient postage by the required deadline for that rebate offer. See your Service Advisor for complete details and claim forms. ** Excludes emergency brake pads or shoes. Machining or replacement of rotors and drums available at additional cost. © 2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.
309-3300
Buy it.Classified. It’s the easy-to-access, information-packedmarketplace visited regularly — by all kinds of consumers.
Sell it.Classified. It’s the resource you can count on to sell a myriad ofmerchandise items because our columns compel qualifiedbuyers to call.
Find it.Classified. It’s the solution you’re searching for — whetheryou’re seeking a home, an apartment, a new occupation or evena stray pet.
Call Classifieds1-877-223-3311
Whatever You’reSelling...
We Have ThePaper You Need!
CLASSIFIEDS1-877-223-3311
CALL NOWTO FIND OUT MORE
Misc.Help 880
CLASSIFIED Want Ads do more things for more people than any other form of advertising. Phone 1-877-223-3311
Misc.Help 880
BLAIRMORE SOBEYS. Full-time Produce
Manager. Full-time Bakery Manager. Full-time Meat Cutter. Wages negotiable.
Benefits available.Fax resume to Ken
403-562-8985.
EARN EXTRA CASH! Part-time, full-time
immediate openings for men & women. Easycomputer work, other
positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed;
www.hiringnow-alberta.com
ERSKINE CURLING CLUB requires an ice
maker for 2012/13 season. Call Kelly for details,
403-741-4034.
NEED A CHANGE?Looking for work? www.
dreamscreatethefuture.ca in the Provost region, workers of all kinds are needed now! Visit ourwebsite today for more
information.
SANDBLASTER /PAINTER REQUIRED
Will train. Above average wage. Health plan.Call 403-742-7833
EmploymentTraining 900
COMPUTING CAREER= Great career.
Study computer technologyprograms at GPRC,
Grande Prairie campus. Novice to expert. Circuit design and robotics lab,
data communications and networking lab.
Diploma/University transfer.1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca.
Misc.Help 880
EmploymentTraining 900
EmploymentTraining 900
GET YOUR FOOTin the garage door.
Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension,
job safety. First step to Automotive/Heavy Duty
Apprenticeships.GPRC Fairview Campus.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.
LEARN FROM HOME. Earn from home.
Medical Transcriptionists are in demand.
Lots of jobs! Enrol today for less than $95 a month.
1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com;
admissions@canscribe.com
SAFETY TRAINING **For all your safety needs**
WEEKLY CLASSES Class 1, Class 3
Air Brakes **Special Rates for
Class 1 and Class 3** Other courses available
Oilfield Hauler GODI Light Duty Vehicle Hours of Service TDG/WHMIS Cargo Securement
Chaining Up Fatigue Management All Courses are Government Certified
Group rates available Possible funding available WE’RE NOT SATISFIED
UNTIL YOU’RE CERTIFIED!
Call or email to reserve your seats now
WELL-PAID/LOW-STRESS CAREER IN MASSAGE THERAPY.Get the best-quality RMT
education in Albertawithout giving up your
day job! Visit www.mhvicarsschool.com
or call 1-866-491-0574for free career information
YOUR NEW CAREER is as close as your computer.
Online Active AgingFitness Practitioner
Certificate. Work with older adult fitness programs, coach master athletes. GPRC Grande Prairie,
Alberta. 1-888-539-4774; www.gprc.ab.ca.
Auctions 1530FOOD EQUIPMENT
AUCTION.Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012
at 10 a.m.,Montgomery Auction
Sales Centre, Blackfalds. Selling 5000 sq. ft. ofrestaurant, bakery,
deli & butcher equipment. 1-800-371-6963; www.
montgomeryauctions.com
GUN & SPORTSMAN AUCTION.
October 27, 10 a.m.Firearms, Militaria, ammo,
weaponry and more!Unreserved! No buyers fee! Wainwright, Alberta.
Scribner Auction 780-842-5666. Details: www.scribnernet.com.
INDUSTRIAL SPRAYING & RECLAMATION
EQUIPMENT.Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers. Unreserved Public Auction
in Lloydminster,Saskatchewan
on October 31, 2012.Featuring a complete
dispersal for Corner Brook Farms including: 7 Massey Ferguson MFWD Tractors, pickup and flatbed trucks,
trailers, custom built sprayers, AG equipment, recreational vehicles and
much more!Call 1-800-491-4494or visit: rbauction.com
MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, October 27,
11 a.m.,6016 - 72A Ave.,
Edmonton. 200 guns - handguns,
rifles, shotguns, hunting equipment. Call to consign
780-440-1860.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Big Country Primary Care Network is currently seeking an Executive Director.This is an executive position requiring an individual who is an impressive, cre-ative, dynamic innovative leader. The Executive Director will be accountable for all PCN clinical operations, business & fi nancial management and will report to the Physician Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will have exemplary leadership and team building skills, demonstrated business acumen, and proven facilitation, consensus building, and confl ict resolution skills. It is preferred that applicants possess a Masters degree in a health related fi eld, health administration, or business administration supplemented by 5 to 10 years experience at a management level. Please visit our website; www.bigcountrypcn.com for more information.
This position offers executive level compensation based on experience.
Please submit your resume electronically to: offi cerecruitment@albertadoctors.org not later than October 31, 2012.
Big Country Primary Care Network
OPERATOR 2 POSITIONRahr Malting Canada Ltd., a leading manufacturer
of Brewer’s Malt, is now accepting applicationsfor a full time Operator 2 position.
The position includes Sanitation duties andsome Plant Operations.
Applicants must have a minimum Grade 12 diploma and must be available for shift work.
Experience in manufacturing or factory environment is preferred.
Application Closing Date: October 30, 2012
Applicants should include a resume and apply in writing to:
Rahr Malting Canada Ltd.Attention: Human Resources
Box 113Alix, Alberta T0C 0B0
Fax: 403-747-2660NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
SO007283
1-888-48-MÉTIS
Funded in part by the Government of Canada.
DISCOVER YOUR SPACE IN AN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES CAREER:
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE TRANSITION PROGRAM
Clearview Public Schools(Clearview School Division No. 71)
requires a
FULL-TIME CARETAKERCompetition No. 5532
Clearview Public Schools is accepting applications for a full-time Caretaker position to start immediately at the Stettler School Complex. This is normally an evening shift position that requires some heavy lifting.
Successful candidates will be required to provide a current criminal record check and child intervention check prior to employment commencing. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to supply three references that have agreed to be contacted at the time of the interview. Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume electronically to applications@clearview.ab.ca quoting competition number in the subject line. Applications may also be sent to Clearview Public Schools, Attn: Donna Larsen, Box 1720, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0. Faxes may be sent to (403) 742-1388. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, however those applying on or before Oct. 26, 2012 are assured of careful consideration.
We appreciate all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please remember to check our website at www.clearview.ab.cafor employment opportunities.
Business Services#1000 - #1430
Accounting .......................... 1010Acupuncture........................1020Advocate/Mediation ............1025Antique Dealers & Stores ...1027Automotive ..........................1029Bands & DJ s ......................1030Beauty/Cosmetic ................1040Bookkeeping .......................1050Cabinet Makers ...................1054Child Care/Caregivers .........1060Carpentry ............................1062Car Rentals .........................1064Cat Work .............................1065Cleaning .............................1070Clerical................................1080Construction .......................1085Consulting ...........................1090Contractors ......................... 1100Computer Services ..............1110Drafting & Design................ 1120Eavestroughing ................... 1130Educational ......................... 1140Electrical ............................. 1150Entertainment ..................... 1160Escorts................................ 1165Farm Equipment ................. 1168Financial ............................. 1170Fireplaces ........................... 1175Flooring............................... 1180Food/Catering ..................... 1190Furnace Cleaning ............... 1193Glass Shops ....................... 1196Mobile Glass Shops ............ 1197Handyman Services ...........1200Health Care......................... 1210Income Tax .........................1220Insurance ............................ 1130Landscaping .......................1240Land Mapping .....................1250Legal Services ....................1260Limousine Services ............1270Massage Therapy ...............1280Mechanical .........................1285Misc. Services ....................1290Moving & Storage ...............1300Oilfi eld .................................1305Painters/Decorators ............ 1310Personal Services ...............1315Pet Services .......................1318Photography .......................1320Plumbing & Heating ............1330Printing................................1335Rental - Equipment .............1340Rental - Misc .......................1350Repair Service ....................1360Roofi ng ...............................1370Snow Removal ....................1380Travel ..................................1385Upholstery ..........................1390Well Drilling ........................1400Welding ............................... 1410Window Cleaning ................1420Yard Care ............................1430
Accounting 1010
4814 - 49 Street,Stettler
403-742-5520
403-882-3740 (Castor)
Thorogood
Pinches&Certified General Accountants
Chapman and Co.PROFESSIONAL
ACCOUNTANTS LLP
4702- 51 Ave., Stettler Tel: 403-742-3438or 403-742-3439
P.O. Box 1328e-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
www.gchap.ca
Ph:403-742-5979Fax:403-742-3656
Box 1595, 4907 - 50 Street,
Stettler AB
info@leschert.net
Betee
Bet,
ABtree
AABt,
B
Gitzel KrejciGitzel KrejciDand PetersonDand Peterson
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
4912 - 51 StreetP.O. Box 460, Stettler, Alberta
403-742-4431
Toll free1-877-742-4431
e-mail:gkdpca@gkdpca.com
website:www.gkdpca.com
GG KKPPDD
Automotive 1029JT AUTO BODY LTD.
“Serving Stettler & areafor 37 years”
• Complete auto bodyrepair & painting
Call Curt or Rob
Phone 403-742-2869 4606 - 40 St., Stettler
Auto Body RepairsAccessories & GraphicsRestoration/Sandblasting
Box Liners
Phone 403-742-1681
www.northstarpaintandbody.com
CabinetMakers 1054
BOB HOLOWENKOTEL: 403-742-6277Res: 403-742-2409No. 5 Kunstman KomplexBox 685, Stettler, AB
T0C 2L0
Cleaning 1070Keen KleanKeen Klean
• CarpetCleaning
403-742-6970403-740-9782
• Carpet Cleaning• UpholstryCleaning
Contractors 1100LANCE’S
CONCRETESidewalks, driveways,
shops, patios, garage padscommercial. Specialized in stamp concrete. 302-9126
Drafting& Design 1120
RAILSIDEDESIGNGALEN WIEBE
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
DRAFTING AND DESIGN
5004 - 48 AVE., STETTLER
PH: 403-742-4101FAX: 866-305-5686
galen@railsidedesign.com
ResidentialResidentialSmall CommercialSmall CommercialShop DrawingsShop DrawingsAs BuiltsAs Builts
Phone: 403-742-6612Cell: 780-935-0540
Email: mstahlberg@shaw.ca
Monika Stahlberg
Monika Stahlberg
Drafting Service
Eavestroughing1130FINISHING TOUCH EXTERIORS LTD.
5”Continuous Eaves“Gutter Clean” Leaf Protection
Call Barry Harvey
403-742-8838*27 years experience*
Electrical 1150
“If It’s Electrical We Do It”All types of Electrical
Installation &Maintenance
403-742-5111Serving Stettler
& Area since 1978
Financial 1170DO YOU NEED TO
BORROW MONEY - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.
DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments
by 30% or cut debts 70% thru Settlements.Avoid bankruptcy!Free consultation;
www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500
HIDDEN INVESTING TRICKS CHEAT HALF YOUR RETIREMENT?
Expert reveals tricks and traps. Free info or pro
counsel. Brutal honestyeither way;
lelford@shaw.ca or www.youtube.com/
user/investoradvocate?feature=mhee.
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.
NEED CASH TODAY?Do you own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000.No credit checks cash same day, Canadian owned & operated;
www.PitStopLoans.com. 1-800-514-9399.
FurnaceCleaning 1193Stettler Furnace
Cleaning
Qualifi ed and Qualifi ed and ReputableReputable
403-742-3418403-742-3418
Glass Shops 1196
LTD.C.R. GLASS“Your Service Specialists”
Randy Long• Residential• Commercial
• Automotive Needs
403-742-25204607 - 59 St., Stettler
(Beside A & W)
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
HealthCare 1210PERFORMANCEPERFORMANCE
Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture Acupuncture & Massage& Massage
“Keeping people in Motion...”
403-742-4533
Dr. KERRY WONGOptometrist
Stettler, AlbertaBox 1796 Phone 403-742-2998
Dr. E. LYNESChiropractor
4719 - 49 St.Stettler, AlbertaOne block East of Scotia Bank
403-742-5810 or 403-742-6443
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
DR. D.G. BECKLUNDChiropractor
-Gitzel Krejci Building
4912 - 51 StreetStettler, AB
Open Mon. - Sat.
Bus.: 403-742-2553Res.: 403-742-0370
Insurance 1230
PERSONAL &
COMMERCIAL INSURANCE
www.johnsonconnor.com
JohnsonConnor
Agencies403-742-2392
Contractors 1100
Misc.Services 1290
LegalServices 1260
LANDMAN REULE LAW OFFICE
4819 - 51 Street
Lori R. ReuleLL. B.
StettlerProfessional
Building
403-742-3411
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
Grant & de VriesBarristers and
Solicitors
4910 - 51 Street, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0
Gary G. Grant Phone: 403-742-4437
Robert de Vries
Phone: 403-742-3399
ANDERSON LAW OFFICE
Brenda Anderson,
B.Comm., LL.B.
5002 - 51 Ave., Stettler, AB
Phone 403-742-2529
Fax 403-742-2522
ourlaw2@telus.net
CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed record removal since 1989. Confidential. Fast. Affordable. Our A+ BBB rating assures em-ployment/travel freedom.
Call for freeinformation booklet.1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366);
RemoveYourRecord.comCRIMINAL RECORD?
Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver.
(24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast.
Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to
$25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300
or 1-800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearch.com
Misc.Services 1290
403-742-3007
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
3R Management
DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Factorytoday! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca
IRONMAN Scrap Metal Recovery is picking up
scrap again! Farm machin-ery, vehicles and industrial.
Serving central Alberta. 403-318-4346
Misc.Services 1290
NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds.
Reach over 1 millionreaders weekly.
Only $259. + GST (based on 25 words or less).
Call this newspaper NOW for details or call
1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.
Painters/Decorators1310R n S Painting
For All YourPainting Needs
• Quality Work• Quality Paint• Drywall Repair
Interior - ExteriorFree Estimates
403-741-5970
PersonalServices 1315
DATING SERVICE.Long-term/short-term
relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883.
Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or
1-888-534-6984.Live adult 1on1 Call
1-866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).
GET 50% OFF.Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% off.
Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven
results! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176
TRUE ADVICE!True clarity! True Psychics!
1-877-342-3036 or 1-900-528-6258 or mobile #4486. (18+) $3.19/minute;
www.truepsychics.ca.
Plumbing& Heating 1330
• Complete Plumbing & Heating Services• Commercial and Residential• Water Conditioning & Pumps
• 24 Hour ServiceService Wise - We Specialize
Stettler
Ph. 403-742-5237
YardCare 1430
DAVID’S TREE SERVICE
• Custom Pruning• Height Reducing
• Tree Removal• Hedge Shaping
• Yard Beautifi cationServicing Stettler and area
David403-741-9635
RUBBER DUCKYARD CARE
• Power Rake• Aerate
• Lawns ~ cut & trimmedFor personalized services callLana Gross ~ 403-740-3595
Quality Workmanship
for over 30 years
403-742-3148
ROD SMITH CONSTRUCTION LTD.
SO005352Tell them DannyHooper sent you
RURAL WATER TREATMENT
Visit us online atwww.BigIronDrilling.com
29
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS Page B9
Buy & Sell#1500 - #1990
Business and Services Directory
TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE CALL CLASSIFIEDS today
403-309-33001-877-223-3311
Misc.Services 1290 Misc.
Services 1290
Contractors 1100 Contractors 1100
BuildingSupplies 1550
LAMINATED POST BUILDINGS FARM
AND COMMERCIAL.Prairie Post Frame serving
Alberta. For pricingCalgary South,
Barrie 403-506-7845;barrier
@prairiepostframe.caCalgary North,
Howard 403-586-7678; howard
@prairiepostframe.ca
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.
Children'sItems 1580VENDORS Wanted. Nov.3rdHoliday Inn 67th Red Deer.
New & gently usedchildren’s sale.
403-358-8939 www.everythingforkidzsale.com
Equipment-Heavy 1630GO TO YOUR NEXT JOB INTERVIEW WITH 2ND
YEAR HEAVY DUTYMECHANIC SKILLS.
GPRC, Fairview campus - Heavy Equipment
Certificate program. Hands-on training, safety courses, opportunity to write 1st and 2nd HETapprenticeship exams. Gain 600 hours credit.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.
Firewood 1660CUT/SPLIT firewood for sale. Phone 403-876-2422 or 403-740-3285.
HouseholdAppliances 1710BLAZEKING stoves. The most efficient, long burning woodstove in the industry. Also avai lable gas and electric heaters, forced air furnaces and boilers! Bla-zeKing.com. Firewood for sale. Phone 403-876-2422.
Misc. forSale 1760
NEVER SHOCKCHLORINATE AGAIN!
Newly Patented!“Kontinuous Shok”
Chlorinator. No mess:Effective year roundeliminating bacterial
growth, smell and slime. Inexpensive.
Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com.
OfficeSupplies 1800
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!
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
THIS WEEK’SEYE SPY WINNER IS
Doreen RahoPlease come into the
Stettler Independent to claim your prize!
Livestock 210015 TAN & WHITE BRED COWS. 403-740-5354
Horse/StockTrailers 2170HORSE and Stock trailer. Parts and repairs. Axles, brakes, drums, bearings,
spring, rims, fenders, lights, and wiring.
Pick up & delivery avail.HORSE SHOE TRAILER
MFG. AND REPAIR. HALKIRK, ALBERTA
403-884-2173 403-430-0504
Grain, FeedHay 2190ROUND HAY BALES $20. and up. Delivery available. No Sunday calls please. Phone 403-704-3509.
Farm CustomWork 2080
Grain, FeedHay 2190
HEATED CANOLAbuying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.
Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed.
Buying damaged oroffgrade grain.
“On Farm Pickup”Westcan Feed & Grain,
1-877-250-5252
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
3 BEDROOMMOBILE HOME &
OLDER 2 BEDROOM HOUSE FOR RENT
IN STETTLER.Available immediately.References required.
403-742-6631
BUFFALO Lake/Rochon Sands lakefront, extensive-
ly reno’d manufactured home, 3 bdrm, 2 full baths, new appls, large lakeside deck/yard, no pets, non
smoker, SD, 20 min. fromStettler, AB. Mature
couple/individual wanted 403-742-0024
LARGE 1 /2 dup lex i n Stet t ler, 4 bedroom, 2 b a t h , f e n c e d y a r d , $900/mo. + d.d., refer-ences, no smoking or pets. 403-742-8190.
Condos/Townhouses3030ALIX, just 30 min. East of
Red Deer. 2 bdrm. condo by the lake, avail.
now. 403-341-9974
Suites 3060L A R G E
One & Two BEDROOM APARTMENTS
FOR RENTNo pets
Phone Ellen at 403-742-1568
Phone Linda or Ernieat 403-742-5005
2 BEDROOM apartment, close to downtown Stettler, includes heat & water. Available Nov. 1. $625/mo. Phone 403-742-5136.
FOR RENT, Stettler, one bedroom basement suite, own entrance, all utilities included, sat-TV, laundry, internet, $700/mo. Call 403-742-6467.
LARGE 3 bdrm. main floor suite in house, utils. incld, n/s, no pets, ref’s req’d.
Mature adults only.403-742-2409
NEW One & Two bedroom condos in Stettler.
Air conditioning. Free util.except. power, 3 appl.
incl. Barb 403-742-0759or 403-741-9325
Offices 3110ROOM for rent in Alterna-tive Health Care Clinic in Stettler. Can be rented on
percentage basis or a monthly rate. For more
information contact Edith at Naturally Yours
403-742-2006.
Stores/Commercial 3120
SHOPPING for newdowntown office space? Located on Mainstreet, Stettler, 3000 sq.ft. on
lower level, plus 2 upstairs offices. Available in part or
whole floor. Contact Tracey 403-742-8327
StorageSpace 3160
STETTLER MINI STORAGE
Household, furniture, business records, etc.
Various sizes. Protected by security alarm and
fenced and lighted perimeter. Owner:
Reg and Darlene Hunter. (403)740-9283 or
403-742-3153.
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
HOUSE FOR SALEExcellent location
- 1/2 block from downtown, 2+1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.Basement fully developed
with rumpus room.Detached 2 car garage.
Well maintained.Call 403-742-2494.
IMMAC. retirement home in quiet neighborhood, no stairs, walk-in shower, 5 appls. 2 bdrm., murphy
bed, sprinkler system, a/c, sunroom, r.v. parking stall in back yard. $285,000.
403-346-7920 for appt. to view
RARE OPPORTUNITY
3 bdrm. heritage home on beautiful private lot in
Woodlea, backing onto Waskasoo Creek. Reno or
Build. 416-918-0195
Acreages 40501,344 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW,
10.5 acres, 3 miles from Stettler, 2+3 bedrooms,
2.5 baths, oak hardwood floors, built-in vac, vaulted
ceiling and enormousTrex deck. In floor heat in
finished basement. Brand new oversized
insulated and drywalled garage, 40x60 shop and garden shed. All are on
concrete slab. All set up for horses with insulated barn
with 2 boxstalls, stockwater and sand riding
arena & smooth wire fence.Excellent water well.
$545,000.Phone 403-740-6814
PicturesqueRecreational
River Hobby Farm.Ideal for horses or cattle.Corrals, fenced, heated
barn & shop.Open concept custom built
bungalow. $465,000. 403-843-6182 (Rimbey)
Realtors& Services 4010
Condos/Townhouses4040
ManufacturedHomes 4090
OLD MAN WINTERIS COMING!
Immediate delivery on 2011 SRI stock at
drastically reduced prices! Save over $10,000
plus bonuses!Call now for details;
www.dynamicmodular.ca. 1-877-341-4422, Red Deer
YEAR END CLEARANCE! Vast selection: single/20’
wides and like-newpre-owned homes.
Starting at only $69,900. Delivery anywhere in
Alberta! 1-800-461-7632. 148 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie;
www.unitedhomescanada.com
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
Antique &Classic Autos5020
1967 CHEVY Pickup5000 km on complete
restoration. $9500. 403-340-8407 or 877-2909
Cars 5030CARS FROM $49/week,
SUVs from $79/week, trucks from $99/week.
Get approved withbad credit, no credit or bankruptcy. $0 down.
Call our Approval Hotline 1-888-222-0663.
Ford, Toyota, Chevy,Honda, Dodge
2011 TOYOTA CAMRY LE 63,000 kms immaculate.
$17,900 Senior. Warranty. Private. 403-887-2790
Motorcycles 5080REV UP YOUR ENGINE.
Now gain 1st and 2nd year Apprenticeship Motorcycle
Mechanic skills. GPRC Fairview campus.
Hands-on training - street, off-road, dual sport bikes.
Write AB MCM exams - gain 320 hours credit.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.
Motorcycles 5080NOW - NEW 8 week
courses covering smallengine, snowmobile,
quad or marine outboard repair. Take one course or
all - fit your interest and your timeline.
GPRC Fairview campus. Affordable residences.
1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.
Public Notice#6000
Public Notices ..................6010Special Features ..............6050
PublicNotices 6010
PublicNotices 6010
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
AND CLAIMANTS
Estate of MARY ANN THEAKERwho died on
June 17, 2012
I f y o u h a v e a c l a i m against this estate, you must file your claim by November 29, 2012 with
BRENDA ANDERSON ANDERSON LAW
OFFICEat
Bay 5, 5002 51 Ave.Box 190
Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0
If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
PublicNotices 6010
Notice to Creditorsin the matter of the
estate ofYvonne Olive
RipperNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the under-signed, Laurraine Fenton has been appointed Per-sonal Representative of the above named estate. All persons having claims against the estate are re-quired to present their c la ims w i th in s i x (6 ) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will b e f o r e v e r b a r r e d . Claims must be mailed to the Personal Representa-t i v e , r e t u r n r e c e i p t requested. Dated this 17th of October, 2012. Personal Representative
Address
Laurraine Fenton303 Fir Street
Sherwood Park, ABT8A 2B4Canada
4808 - 45 Street
Parkland Place Condos
• 1 & 2 BEDROOMS • MAPLE OR OAK CABINETRY • 5 APPLIANCES
www.stettlerparklandplace.comwww.stettlerparklandplace.com
Tracey - 403-742-8327
CONDOS FOR SALECONDOS FOR SALE
NO
GST
Own for Less - Mortgage, Condo Fees and Taxes
UNDER $800/mo.
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
REDUCED TO ONLY $109,900
This well maintained home on very large lot, all town utilities with open country view. Quality SRI homes with Regent fl oor plan 3 bdrm., 2 baths.
Barry RederRealty ExecutivesApex403-318-5241
FOR SALE Land and Building - 53 Railway Avenue North, Village of Big Valley (Lot 18, Blk 2, Plan 4035AF)
Land: approximately 6,250 ft ²
Building: built approximately 1949, measuring 44’ x 20’, frame, metal clad, no heat, dirt fl oor
This property is being offered for sale on an “as is, where is” basis and the County of Stettler No. 6 makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever as to the adequacy of service, soil conditions, land use districting, building and development conditions, absence or presence of environmental contamination, or the develop potential of the subject land for any intended use by the Purchaser.
Please contact Tim Fox (tfox@stettlercounty.ca) or Yvette Cassidy (ycassidy@stettlercounty.ca) or by telephone (403) 742-4441 at the County of Stettler Administrative Offi ce with questions regarding this property.
Bids will be accepted up to Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. local time at the County of Stettler No. 6 Administrative Offi ce.
All bids must be in sealed envelopes along with 10% deposit payable to the County of Stettler No. 6.
Please mark your envelope: County of Stettler No. 6 6602-44 Avenue PO Box 1270 STETTLER, Alberta T0C 2L0 ATTENTION: Tim Fox, CAO
GST will be added to all bids. Late bids will not be considered.
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
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
Tax DeadlineOCTOBER 31, 2012
To avoid 10% penalty payments must be received by 4:30 p.m. or postmarked
October 31, 2012.
Tax Payments can be made byCASH, CHEQUE, VISA, MASTERCARD,
INTERAC, Online and at mostFinancial Institutions.
ATTENTIONAs of November 15 there will be
No Water available at the Tank Fill located on Highway 589. (Walker Well)
Please Use Water at Endiang or Byemoor Water Stations.
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NOTICENotice is hereby given that the following Develop-ment Permit Application has been approved.
1. No: 2677-2012 Legal Description: Lot 26, Block 14, Plan 0626396
Municipal Address: 4007 - 67 Street Applicant: Allison Baird Proposed Development: Detached Garage
You may appeal this decision by serving written notice of appeal to the Secretary of the Stettler Subdivision & Development Appeal Board, P.O. Box 280, Stettler, Alberta prior to 4:30 p.m. November 7, 2012. For further information, please phone 403-742-8305.
Leann GrahamPlanning & Development Services
Town of StettlerPUBLIC NOTICE
ADULTS/CHILDRENANONYMOUS
Wednesday, 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 GROUP
403-742-4263; 403-742-8122 or 403-742-4091BEREAVEMENT
SUPPORT GROUP403-742-2337
BIG BROTHERS &BIG SISTERS ORGANIZATION
403-742-5437 during business hours
BRIGANTIA PLACE(formerly Camrose Women’s Shelter)
780-672-1035CELIAC (Gluten Intolerance)
Brenda 403-742-3067
COCAINE ANONYMOUSPager toll-free (20 sec. response time)
1-403-357-6266COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS
SUPPORT GROUP403-742-2337 (parents who have lost a child[ren])
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS403-742-4059
HOME SUPPORTSTETTLER & DISTRICT
403-742-6568NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Hot Line 403-342-1444STETTLER & AREAACQUIRED BRAININJURY SOCIETY
(STABIS)For more information phone
403-742-6456
STETTLER & DISTRICTFOOD BANK SOCIETYKathy Willis - 403-742-4567
Elaine Williams - 403-742-27454820 - 51 StreetSTETTLER
CITIZENS ONPATROL
RCMP office403-742-3382
www.stettlercop.org
STETTLER HANDIBUS403-742-5858
STETTLER HEALTH EMERGENCY LINE PROGRAM
403-742-2337STETTLER PEOPLE FOR
SUICIDE AWARENESS403-742-2337
STETTLER READ &WRITE OFFICE
403-742-2999
T.O.P.S.(Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Grace – 403-742-0681Vivian – 403-742-3935VICTIM SERVICE
403-741-7841
CONFUSED?GETTING THE RUN AROUND?
CONTACT YOUR INFORMATIONAND 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
Page B10 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT CLASSIFIEDS Wednesday, October 24, 2012
PublicNotices 6010
Buy it.Classified. It’s the easy-to-access,information-packed marketplacevisited regularly — by all kinds ofconsumers.
Sell it.Classified. It’s the resource you cancount on to sell a myriad of mer-chandise items because ourcolumns compel qualified buyersto call.
Find it.Classified. It’s the solution you’researching for — whether you’reseeking a home, an apartment, anew occupation or even a straypet.
CALL 309-3300Call
Classifieds1-877-223-3311
FOR fast results: Classified Want Ads. Phone 1-877-223-3311.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL ZONE Page B11Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Contributed photos
Stettler Middle School cross-country runners include Maddie Kuefl er (left photo) and James Switenky (right photo, front) and Dawson Van Hecke.
Contributed photo
All smiles are Stettler Middle School cross-country runners (back row, from left) Keyonna Derr, Sadie Diegel, Seanna Jones and Derek Smyth; and (front row, from left) Reece Frank, James Switenky and Riley Cornelssen.
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
The Stettler Middle School boys’ volleyball team hams it up after the trophy presentations Saturday at the Gus Wetter School tournament in Castor. Stettler defeated the Halkirk Hawks in the bronze-medal match.
Story submittedA small group of committed runners
from Stettler Middle School met twice a week during the months of September and October to train for three events this year.
Seven athletes from SMS attended Wetaskiwin’s Peace Hills Meet on Sept. 22 and brought home two school awards.
On Oct. 2, 78 students ran with fel-low Clearview students in Castor at the annual CARA cross-country meet. Many local students placed in the top 10.
Forty runners travelled to Sylvan Lake on Oct. 11, braved the snow and wind, and competed in the CWAJHAA meet.
There some impressive finishes in that meet, as well. It was a fantastic start to the Stettler Middle School athletic calen-dar for this school year.
Among the top SMS results at the CWAJHAA meet were top-10 finishers Reece Frank (second in Grade 6 girls) and Krysta Froese (sixth in Grade 7 girls), along with others close behind in 11th and 16th positions.
Middle School
cross-country
runners jump
into school year
This is certainly a big week at William E. Hay Composite High School.
We will be host a teach-er-to-teacher collaboration involving about 200 teach-ers this Thursday evening and during the day Friday.
These teachers and Alberta Education repre-sentatives will be at Wil-liam E. Hay to discuss the High School Flexibility Enhancement Pilot Proj-ect. They will participate in discussions and even drop into classes. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase our outstand-ing students, outstanding programs and outstanding staff.
William E. Hay will be on a modifi ed schedule for this Wednesday and Thursday to accommodate the second set of Project Days. Students will par-ticipate in a variety of ac-tivities, such as a camping
trip to Deer Valley Mead-ows, Poetry Slam, visiting the local courthouse, and a department-wide Science Fair.
There will be a Hallow-een Dance, hosted by the Students’ Union, this Fri-day from 7 to 10 p.m. All students must bring their School ID in order to enter the dance.
As we look ahead to November, there will be a post-secondary fair held in the high school gym on Nov. 5 from 9 to 11:15 a.m. Students will have an op-portunity to discuss post-secondary programs, with close to 30 post-secondary institutions in attendance.
High school to host gathering of teachers
By Miranda Peters
Wildcats’Corner
Page B12 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL ZONE Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Stettler Middle School 2011-12 awardsThe Stettler Middle School academic
honours and special awards ceremony this month honoured students for their achievements in the 2011-12 school year:
SMS academic honours awards and Clearview certificates and pins:
Grade 6 — Ruth Agwaze, Johan Bouwer, Shayna Brower, Harmen Coenen, Riley Cornelssen, Rachael Deaver, Keyonna Derr, Sadie Diegel, Katanna Fillinger, Krysta Froese, Tyr-rell Gauthier, Garrett Hogg, Adam Johnston, Megan Kobi, Maria Miller, Kayla Myshaniuk, Riley Norman, Syd-ney Poapst, James Switenky, Mikayla Torgerson, Kathleen Unkauf, Rachelle Vogel, Robyn Yaremcio.
Grade 7 — Jenna Brausen, Danae Chostner, Paul du Toit, Alex Geddes, Ally Hamelin, Jessa Heatherington, Al-yssa Henderson, Edward Kim, Aanelle Lynham, Hannah McKay, Carson Mont-pellier, Tye Mulgrove, Hunter Paulson, Laura Smith, Abigail Spencer, Kee-gan St. Denis, Kallie Stewart, Roam Thorsteinsson, Riley Weekes, Alexan-dra Zitaruk.
Grade 8 — Lize-Mari Bouwer, Katira Fillinger, Jordan Church, Shelby Gau-thier, Olivia Hall, Schubert Hernando, Brynn Laewetz, Arielle Leslie, Owen Moir, Kyle Poapst, Brett Roper, Kay-lee Somerville, Erin Switenky, Brianna Webb, Carly Wiens, Todd Yaremcio.
Special awards nominations(names in boldface indicate the
award recipients)SMS personal-growth awardsGrade 6 — Sebastian Holman, Jac-
queline Foley, Justin Hankins, Andy Huang, Abigail Leslie, Xavier Moreno, Grayson Morin, Reiley Thomas, Caleb Triska.
Grade 7 — Joshua Herman, Delilah Wahlund, Cass Docherty, Michella Er-ickson, Jordan Frederick, Katherine Hataley, Chase Walton.
Grade 8 — Claudia Care, Brandon
Adcock, Kayla Behr, Kiana Cottam, Taylor Ell, Santiago Jaramillo, Thomas Law, Megan Powell, Melissa Sturzoiu, William Whiteside.
Larry Ambury Jump Start AwardTaylor Ell, Brody Anderson, Zack
Desrosiers, Jordan Frederick, Santiago Jaramillo, Delilah Wahlund.
SMS Citizenship AwardsGrade 6 — Rachelle Vogel, Brody
Anderson, Johan Bouwer, Harmen Co-enen, Abby Collard, Maleigha Cox, Rachael Deaver, Chelsey Devloo, Sa-die Diegel, Katanna Fillinger, Garrett Hogg, Peyton Kirkness, Megan Kobi, Maddie Kuefler, Xavier Moreno, Derek Smyth, James Switenky, Chloe Wilson.
Grade 7 — Rebecca Rahn, Chloe Adam, Danae Chostner, Alex Geddes, Ally Hamelin, Jessa Heatherington, Al-yssa Henderson, Aanelle Lynham, Han-nah McKay, Laura Smith, Abigail Spen-cer, Chase Walton, Riley Weeks.
Frank Pickering Memorial AwardOwen Moir, Blythe Andrews, Lize-
Mari Bouwer, Taylor Ell, Katira Fill-inger, Shelby Gauthier, Olivia Hall, Schubert Hernando, Thomas Law, Jordan Lee, Arielle Leslie, Chris Orlick, Dalaney Niehaus, Brett Roper, ErinSwitenky .
IODE Awards for AthleticsGrade 6 — Rookie awards: Syd-
ney Poapst, Shayna Brower, Katan-na Fillinger, Krysta Froese, Maddie Kuefler, Megan Kobi, Hailey Loep-pky, Mikayla Torgerson, Chloe Wil-son, Johan Bouwer, Ryan Mielke, Davin Nattestad, Adam Shirley, James Switenky.
Grade 7 — Top athletes: Alyssa Henderson, Jenna Brausen, Alex Ged-des, Ally Hamelin, Katherine Hataley, Skylar Kirkness, Megan Roper, Abigail Spencer, Tye Mulgrove, Paul du Toit,Edward Kim, Jordan Lane, Cooper Smyth,
Keegan St. Denis.Grade 8 — Top athletes: Emily
Wright, Tyra Ganser, Cassidy Nichols, Olivia Zuk, Jordan Lee, Schubert Her-nando, John Langford, Brendan Peder-son, Kyle Poapst, Tanner Steinwand, Matthew Sylvester, Jeff Ternes, Zack Werbowesky, Todd Yaremcio.
Clearview Teachers’ AwardsGrade 6 — Ruth Agwaze, Johan
Bouwer, Sydney Poapst, Robyn Yarem-cio.
Grade 7 — Ally Hamelin, Alys-sa Henderson, Edward Kim, Aanelle Lynham.
Grade 8 — Lize Mari Bouwer, Ol-
ivia Hall, Brett Roper, Erin Switenky, Todd Yaremcio.
Stewart Family Excellence AwardsGrade 6 — Shayna Brower, Johan
Bouwer, Rachael Deaver, Sadie Diegel, Katanna Fillinger, Krysta Froese, Me-gan Kobi, James Switenky, Mikayla Torgerson, Rachelle Vogel.
Grade 7 — Hannah McKay, Paul du Toit, Alex Geddes, Ally Hamelin, Jessa Heatherington, Alyssa Henderson, Edward Kim, Aanelle Lynham, Abigail Spencer.
Grade 8 — Schubert Hernando, Lize-Mari Bouwer, Owen Moir, Brett Roper, Erin Switenky, Todd Yaremcio.
Mrs. Fischer presents the Larry Ambury Jump Start
Award to Taylor Ell.Clearview Teachers’ Awards: Grade 7 recipients are Aanelle Lynham, Edward Kim, Alyssa Henderson and Ally Hamelin.
Personal Growth Awards: From left are Mr. Rahn, Joshua Herman, Delilah Wahlund, Claudia Care and Mrs. Burkard.
Stewart Family Excellence Awards: Back row: Mr. Gulbraa and Mrs. Hallett; front row: Schubert Hernando, Miss Foster, Hannah McKay and Shayna Brower.
IODE Awards for Athletics: Back row: Emily Wright, Alyssa Henderson, Tye Mul-grove and Jordan Lee; front row: Johan Bouwer, Sydney Poapst and Ms. McDonald.
Frank Pickering Memorial Award and Citizenship Awards: In the front row are Owen Moir, Rebecca Rahn and Rachelle Vogel. In the back row are Mr. Nixon, Mrs. Hataley and Mrs. Ruddell.
Clearview Teachers’ Awards: Grade 8 recipients are (back row, from left) Todd Yaremcio, Brett Roper and (front row) Lize Mari Bouwer, Olivia Hall and Erin Switenky.
Clearview Teachers’ Awards: Grade 6 recipients include Robyn Yaremcio, Johan Bouwer and Sydney Poapst.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL ZONE Page B13Wednesday, October 24, 2012
In recognition of Bus Safety Week, the kinder-garten students participat-ed in a bus-safety tour last Monday. After watching an informative video, students went out and practised bus-riding procedures, such as getting on, riding quietly, and emergency exits. The students then took a short tour around town.
It was a great learning experience for all of the students, as all Clearview students ride buses for fi eld trips.
Last Tuesday, our grades 4 and 5 students had an author visit from Robert Heidbereder in the PAC. He is the au-thor of such books such as See Saw Saskatchewan and Drumheller Dinosaur Dance.
It was a fun morning.Also, October features
Fire Prevention Week. Last Wednesday, Regional Deputy Fire Chief Eti-enne Brugman visited our school to inform students about fi re prevention, and what to do in case of fi re. He also took them outside to look at the fi re truck. That was a highlight of the kindergarten students’ week.
On Thursday, our stu-dents enjoyed a presen-tation called “Splash N Boots” in the PAC. It was a great time and we all had a lot of fun signing and dancing!
Thanks again to our parents for all of your help assisting with your child’s independence and allow-ing them to enter and exit the school by themselves. It really fosters a sense of them feeling successful of the things that they can ac-complish on their own.
As well, remember that we do go outside to play almost every day, so send-ing along clothing appro-priate for the weather is important. Unfortunately, it seems like it is mitten weather already!
Grade 2 student Kira Johnson’s grandparents and mom brought her don-key, Laddie, to the school for her Star of the Week sharing. The students in 2SG were able to have a ride on the donkey. It was very exciting!
More exciting news for 2SG is they won a Terry Fox pizza party that they will use for their reading party in November, after they have read 500 books as a class.
A big thank-you goes out to the 50 Grade 1 parents who came to our school Tuesday evening to learn some tools to help their children become fl u-ent and successful readers.
That will go a long way to ensuring consistency
between home and school reading skills.
Students tour town,
ride visiting donkey
ElementaryNews
By Katy Syson
12103UC212101UC1
RamTruck.ca/Offers
Wis
e cu
stom
ers
read
the
fin
e pr
int:
•,
*, ‡,
§ T
he A
ll O
ut C
lear
out
Even
t of
fers
are
lim
ited
time
offe
rs w
hich
app
ly t
o re
tail
deliv
erie
s of
sel
ecte
d ne
w a
nd u
nuse
d m
odel
s pu
rcha
sed
from
par
ticip
atin
g de
aler
s on
or
afte
r Se
ptem
ber
18,
2012
. D
eale
r or
der/
trad
e m
ay b
e ne
cess
ary.
Offe
rs s
ubje
ct t
o ch
ange
and
may
be
exte
nded
with
out
notic
e. S
ee p
artic
ipat
ing
deal
ers
for
com
plet
e de
tails
and
con
ditio
ns.
•$25
,698
Pur
chas
e Pr
ice
appl
ies
to 2
012
Ram
150
0 Q
uad
Cab
SXT
4x4
(23A
+AG
R+XF
H)
only
and
inc
lude
s $9
,750
Con
sum
er C
ash
Dis
coun
t. Se
e pa
rtic
ipat
ing
deal
ers
for
com
plet
e de
tails
. Pr
icin
g in
clud
es f
reig
ht (
$1,4
00-$
1,59
5) a
nd e
xclu
des
licen
ce,
insu
ranc
e, r
egis
tratio
n, a
ny d
eale
r ad
min
istra
tion
fees
and
oth
er a
pplic
able
fee
s an
d ap
plic
able
tax
es.
Dea
ler
orde
r/tr
ade
may
be
nece
ssar
y. D
eale
r m
ay s
ell
for
less
. *C
onsu
mer
Cas
h D
isco
unts
are
offe
red
on s
elec
t ne
w 2
012
vehi
cles
and
are
man
ufac
ture
r-to
-dea
ler
ince
ntiv
es w
hich
are
ded
ucte
d fro
m t
he n
egot
iate
d pr
ice
befo
re t
axes
. Am
ount
s va
ry b
y ve
hicl
e. S
ee y
our
deal
er f
or c
ompl
ete
deta
ils.
‡4.4
9% p
urch
ase
finan
cing
for
up
to 9
6 m
onth
s av
aila
ble
on t
he n
ew 2
012
Ram
150
0 Q
uad
Cab
SXT
4x4
mod
el t
o qu
alifi
ed c
usto
mer
s on
app
rove
d cr
edit
thro
ugh
Roya
l Ban
k of
Can
ada,
Sco
tiaba
nk,
TD A
uto
Fina
nce
and
Ally
Cre
dit
Cana
da.
Dea
ler
orde
r/tra
de m
ay b
e ne
cess
ary.
Dea
ler
may
sel
l for
less
. Se
e yo
ur d
eale
r fo
r co
mpl
ete
deta
ils.
Exam
ple:
201
2 Ra
m 1
500
Qua
d Ca
b SX
T 4x
4 w
ith a
Pur
chas
e Pr
ice
of $
25,6
98 (
incl
udin
g ap
plic
able
Con
sum
er C
ash
Dis
coun
t) fin
ance
d at
4.4
9% o
ver
96 m
onth
s w
ith $
0 do
wn
paym
ent
equa
ls 2
08 b
i-wee
kly
paym
ents
of
$147
with
a c
ost
of b
orro
win
g of
$4,
913
and
a to
tal o
blig
atio
n of
$30
,611
. Pr
icin
g in
clud
es f
reig
ht (
$1,4
00-$
1,59
5) a
nd e
xclu
des
licen
ce,
insu
ranc
e, r
egis
tratio
n, a
ny d
eale
r ad
min
istra
tion
fees
and
oth
er a
pplic
able
fee
s an
d ta
xes.
Dea
ler
orde
r/tr
ade
may
be
nece
ssar
y. D
eale
r m
ay s
ell
for
less
. §2
012
Ram
150
0 Cr
ew C
ab L
ongh
orn
4x4.
Pric
e in
clud
ing
appl
icab
le C
onsu
mer
Cas
h D
isco
unt:
$41,
810.
Pric
ing
incl
udes
fre
ight
($1
,400
-$1,
595)
and
exc
lude
s lic
ence
, in
sura
nce,
reg
istra
tion,
any
dea
ler
adm
inis
tratio
n fe
es a
nd o
ther
app
licab
le f
ees
and
appl
icab
le t
axes
. D
eale
r or
der/
trade
may
be
nece
ssar
y. D
eale
r m
ay
sell
for
less
. ≠B
ased
on
Oct
ober
201
0 –
Nov
embe
r 20
11 C
anad
ian
indu
stry
sur
vey
of l
ight
-dut
y pi
ckup
tru
ck o
wne
rs t
radi
ng i
n th
eir
pick
up f
or a
new
pic
kup
truc
k. ¥
Base
d on
201
2 En
erG
uide
ful
l-siz
e tr
uck
V8 t
o V6
fue
l eco
nom
y co
mpa
rison
. °B
ased
on
cale
ndar
yea
r-to
-dat
e m
arke
t sh
are
gain
. Ba
sed
on Ward’s
full-
size
pic
kup
segm
enta
tion.
^Ba
sed
on l
onge
vity
of
entir
e Ra
m p
icku
p lin
eup
com
pare
d to
com
petit
ive
pick
ups.
Bas
ed o
n R.
L.
Polk
Can
ada
Inc.
Can
adia
n Ve
hicl
es In
Ope
ratio
n an
d ne
w r
egis
tratio
ns f
or m
odel
yea
rs 1
987-
2011
as
of J
une
30,
2011
. Th
e Be
st B
uy S
eal i
s a
regi
ster
ed t
rade
mar
k of
Con
sum
ers
Dig
est
Com
mun
icat
ions
LLC
, us
ed u
nder
lice
nce.
TMTh
e Si
riusX
M lo
go is
a r
egis
tere
d tr
adem
ark
of S
irius
XM S
atel
lite
Radi
o In
c.
SCANHEREFOR MOREGREAT OFFERS
OR CHOOSE
2012 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SXT 4X4
PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $9,750 CONSUMER CASH* AND FREIGHT.
THE TRUCK THAT GOES ALL OUT,
PRICED TO CLEAROUT.
2012 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Longhorn 4x4 shown.§
$25,698•
OR STEP UP TO
RAM FACTS
2012 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SLT 4X4• HEMI® V8 power with V6 fuel economy¥
• Remote keyless entry
• 17-inch aluminum wheels
• SiriusXMTM
Satellite Radio (includes one year of service)
• Temperature and compass gauges
• Premium interior door trim
• Overhead console
• Power sliding rear window
• More pickup owners are switching to Ram 1500
than to any other pickup≠
• Canada’s fastest-growing choice of light-duty pickup°
• Most awarded Ram truck ever
• HEMI® engine is a 6-time winner of Ward’s Automotive “10 Best Engines”
• HEMI® V8 FuelSaver MDS technology seamlessly transforms
the powerful HEMI® V8 to a fuel-saving four cylinder
• Available class-exclusive RamBox® Cargo
Management SystemΩ
• Available class-exclusive in-floor storage binsΩ
• 5 Year/100,000 km Powertrain Warranty
CANADA’S LONGEST LASTING LINE OF PICKUPS^
4.49%@ $147 BI-WEEKLYFINANCING‡
FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN
Contributed photo
Stettler Elementary School students from Mrs. Geddes’ Grade 2 class chum with a donkey last week. The students are Austyn, Ivy, Colby, Kira, Carter O., Sorin, Jacob, Ivy, Keira, Austyn, Will, Brogan, Kaitlyn, Carter K., Kate, Tyson, Ryan,Reise and Edwin.
Contributed photo
Grade 6 students from Mr. Olafson’s class at Stettler Elementary School pose with Splash N Boots. In the front row are Kara Tomkow, Madison Tucker,Morgan Bengert and Jersey Dickson. In the back row are Montanna Diegel, Meghan Coulthard, Boots, Ashley Schrauwen, Splash, Alicia LaRose, KenyaErickson-Barca and Joselyn Clements.
12103MF0
Vehi
cle(
s) m
ay b
e sh
own
with
opt
iona
l equ
ipm
ent.
Deal
er m
ay s
ell o
r le
ase
for
less
. Lim
ited
time
offe
rs. O
ffers
may
be
canc
elle
d at
any
tim
e w
ithou
t not
ice.
See
you
r Fo
rd D
eale
r fo
r co
mpl
ete
deta
ils o
r ca
ll th
e Fo
rd C
usto
mer
Rel
atio
nshi
p Ce
ntre
at 1
-800
-565
-367
3. D
eale
rshi
p op
erat
ing
hour
s m
ay v
ary.
*Unt
il O
ctob
er 2
7, 2
012,
rec
eive
0%
APR
pur
chas
e fi n
anci
ng o
n ne
w [2
012]
/[201
3] F
ord
[Fus
ion
(exc
ludi
ng H
ybrid
), F-
150
Regu
lar
Cab
(exc
ludi
ng X
L 4x
2), F
-150
Sup
er C
ab a
nd S
uper
Cre
w (e
xclu
ding
Rap
tor),
F-2
50 to
F-4
50 (e
xclu
ding
Cha
ssis
Cab
s)]/[
Focu
s (e
xclu
ding
S),
Fies
ta (e
xclu
ding
S),
Taur
us (e
xclu
ding
SE)
, F-1
50 R
egul
ar C
ab (e
xclu
ding
XL
4x2)
, F-1
50 S
uper
Cab
an
d Su
per C
rew
(exc
ludi
ng R
apto
r), F
-250
to F
-450
(exc
ludi
ng C
hass
is C
abs)
] mod
els
for a
max
imum
of 7
2 m
onth
s to
qua
lifi e
d re
tail
cust
omer
s, o
n ap
prov
ed c
redi
t (O
AC) f
rom
For
d Cr
edit.
Not
all
buye
rs w
ill q
ualif
y fo
r the
low
est i
nter
est r
ate.
Exa
mpl
e: $
30,0
00 p
urch
ase
fi nan
ced
at 0
% A
PR fo
r 72
mon
ths,
mon
thly
pay
men
t is
$416
.67,
cos
t of b
orro
win
g is
$0
or A
PR o
f 0%
and
tota
l to
be re
paid
is $
30,0
00. D
own
paym
ent o
n pu
rcha
se fi
nanc
ing
offe
rs m
ay b
e re
quire
d ba
sed
on a
ppro
ved
cred
it fro
m F
ord
Cred
it. T
axes
pay
able
on
full
amou
nt o
f pur
chas
e pr
ice.
**U
ntil
Oct
ober
27,
201
2, re
ceiv
e $5
00/ $
1,00
0/ $
1,50
0/ $
3,25
0/ $
4,00
0/ $
4,25
0/ $
5,00
0 in
Man
ufac
ture
r Reb
ates
with
the
purc
hase
or l
ease
of a
new
201
3 F-
150
Regu
lar C
ab (e
xclu
ding
XL
4x2)
5.0
L/ 2
012
Fusi
on (e
xclu
ding
Hyb
rid),
2013
F-1
50 S
uper
Cab
and
Sup
er C
rew
non
-5.0
L/ 2
013
F-15
0 Su
per C
ab a
nd S
uper
Cre
w 5
.0L/
201
2 F-
150
Regu
lar C
ab (e
xclu
ding
XL
4x2)
non
-5.0
L/ 2
012
F-15
0 Re
gula
r Cab
(exc
ludi
ng 4
x2) 5
.0L/
201
2 F-
150
Supe
r Cab
and
Sup
er C
rew
non
5.0
L/ 2
012
F-15
0 Su
per C
ab a
nd S
uper
Cre
w 5
.0L-
all
Rapt
or a
nd M
ediu
m T
ruck
mod
els
excl
uded
. Thi
s of
fer c
an b
e us
ed in
con
junc
tion
with
mos
t ret
ail c
onsu
mer
offe
rs m
ade
avai
labl
e by
For
d of
Can
ada
at e
ither
the
time
of fa
ctor
y or
der o
r del
iver
y, bu
t not
bot
h. M
anuf
actu
rer R
ebat
es a
re n
ot c
ombi
nabl
e w
ith a
ny fl
eet c
onsu
mer
in
cent
ives
. ^O
ffer o
nly
valid
from
Sep
tem
ber 1
, 201
2 to
Oct
ober
31,
201
2 (th
e “O
ffer P
erio
d”) t
o re
side
nt C
anad
ians
with
a C
ostc
o m
embe
rshi
p on
or b
efor
e Au
gust
31,
201
2. U
se th
is $
1,00
0CDN
Cos
tco
mem
ber o
ffer t
owar
ds th
e pu
rcha
se o
r lea
se o
f a n
ew 2
012/
2013
For
d/Li
ncol
n ve
hicl
e (e
xclu
ding
Fie
sta,
Foc
us, R
apto
r, GT
500,
Mus
tang
Bos
s 30
2, T
rans
it Co
nnec
t EV
& M
ediu
m T
ruck
) (ea
ch a
n “E
ligib
le V
ehic
le”)
. The
Elig
ible
Veh
icle
mus
t be
deliv
ered
and
/or f
acto
ry-o
rder
ed fr
om y
our p
artic
ipat
ing
Ford
/Lin
coln
dea
ler w
ithin
the
Offe
r Per
iod.
Offe
r is
only
val
id a
t par
ticip
atin
g de
aler
s, is
sub
ject
to v
ehic
le a
vaila
bilit
y, an
d m
ay b
e ca
ncel
led
or c
hang
ed a
t any
tim
e w
ithou
t not
ice.
Onl
y on
e (1
) offe
r may
be
appl
ied
tow
ards
the
purc
hase
or l
ease
of o
ne (1
) Elig
ible
Veh
icle
, up
to a
max
imum
of t
wo
(2) s
epar
ate
Elig
ible
Veh
icle
sal
es p
er C
ostc
o M
embe
rshi
p Nu
mbe
r. O
ffer i
s tra
nsfe
rabl
e to
per
sons
dom
icile
d w
ith a
n el
igib
le C
ostc
o m
embe
r. Th
is o
ffer c
an b
e us
ed in
con
junc
tion
with
mos
t ret
ail c
onsu
mer
offe
rs m
ade
avai
labl
e by
For
d M
otor
Com
pany
of C
anad
a at
eith
er th
e tim
e of
fact
ory
orde
r (if
orde
red
with
in th
e O
ffer P
erio
d) o
r del
iver
y, bu
t not
bot
h. O
ffer i
s no
t com
bina
ble
with
any
CPA
/GPC
or D
aily
Ren
tal i
ncen
tives
, the
Com
mer
cial
Upfi
t Pr
ogra
m o
r the
Com
mer
cial
Fle
et In
cent
ive
Prog
ram
(CFI
P). A
pplic
able
taxe
s ca
lcul
ated
bef
ore
$1,0
00CD
N of
fer i
s de
duct
ed. D
eale
r may
se
ll or
leas
e fo
r les
s. L
imite
d tim
e of
fer,
see
deal
er fo
r det
ails
or c
all t
he F
ord
Cust
omer
Rel
atio
nshi
p Ce
ntre
at 1
-800
-565
-367
3. ^
^Re
ceiv
e a
win
ter s
afet
y pa
ckag
e w
hich
incl
udes
: fou
r (4)
win
ter t
ires,
four
(4) s
teel
rim
s (2
012
Esca
pe re
ceiv
es a
lloy
whe
els)
, and
four
(4) t
ire p
ress
ure
mon
itorin
g se
nsor
s w
hen
you
purc
hase
leas
e an
y ne
w 2
012/
2013
For
d Fi
esta
, Foc
us (e
xclu
ding
BEV
& S
T), F
usio
n (e
xclu
ding
HEV
), Es
cape
, Edg
e (e
xclu
ding
Spo
rt) o
r Exp
lore
r on
or b
efor
e No
v 30
/12.
Thi
s of
fer i
s no
t app
licab
le to
any
Fle
et (o
ther
than
sm
all fl
eet
s w
ith a
n el
igib
le F
IN) o
r Gov
ernm
ent c
usto
mer
s an
d no
t com
bina
ble
with
CPA
, GPC
, CFI
P or
Dai
ly Re
ntal
Allo
wan
ces.
Som
e co
nditi
ons
appl
y. Se
e De
aler
for d
etai
ls. V
ehic
le h
andl
ing
char
acte
ristic
s, ti
re lo
ad in
dex
and
spee
d ra
ting
may
not
be
the
sam
e as
fact
ory
supp
lied
all-s
easo
n tir
es. W
inte
r tire
s ar
e m
eant
to b
e op
erat
ed d
urin
g w
inte
r con
ditio
ns a
nd m
ay re
quire
a h
ighe
r col
d in
fl atio
n pr
essu
re th
an a
ll-se
ason
tire
s. C
onsu
lt yo
ur F
ord
of C
anad
a de
aler
for d
etai
ls in
clud
ing
appl
icab
le w
arra
nty
cove
rage
. © 2
012
Ford
Mot
or C
ompa
ny o
f Can
ada,
Lim
ited.
All
right
s re
serv
ed. ©
201
2 Si
rius
Cana
da In
c. “
SIRI
US”,
the
SIRI
US d
og lo
go, c
hann
el n
ames
and
logo
s ar
e tra
dem
arks
of S
IRIU
S XM
Rad
io In
c. a
nd a
re u
sed
unde
r lic
ense
.
Available in most new Ford vehicles with 6-month pre-paid
subscription
THE 120 HOUR SALE ENDS OCT 27TH, HURRY TO YOUR ALBERTA FORD STORE TODAY.
albertaford.ca
SWAPYOURRIDE
EVENT
FACTORY AUTHORIZEDBACK BY POPULAR DEMAND BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
PURCHASE FINANCING
MONTHS
F O R0% 72*
A P R
ELIGIBLE MEMBERS RECEIVEA N A D D I T I O N A L
IN MANUFACTURER REBATES
AS WELL AS
PLUS
2012 OR 2013 F-150
0%PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR 72*
MONTHS
2012 SUPER DUTY 2012 FUSION
2013 FOCUS
0%PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR 72*
MONTHS
0%PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR
APR APR
72*
MONTHS
2013 FIESTA
0%PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR 72*
MONTHS
0%PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR
PLUS ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $1,000^
72*
MONTHS
PLUS
0%PURCHASE FINANCING
MONTHSU P T O 72
A P R
ON MOST NEW 2013 FOCUS AND FIESTA MODELS
PLUS YOU STILL GET 0% APR PURCHASE FINANCING FOR 72 MONTHS ON MOST NEW FOCUS AND FIESTA MODELS
•Winter Tires •Winter Wheels •And More
UPTO
On select new 2012 and 2013 models.
On select new 2012 Fusion, F-150, SuperDuty, and 2013 F-150 models.
On select new 2012 and 2013 models. 2012 F-150 5.0L amount shown.
AND RECEIVE A
AND RECEIVE A
IN MANUFACTURER REBATES EXCLUDING F-150 REGULAR CAB XL 4X2
VALUE LEADER
$5,000* *2012 F-150
IN MANUFACTURER REBATES EXCLUDING F-150 REGULAR CAB XL 4X2
VALUE LEADER
$1,500* *2013 F-150
OR
PLUSPLUS
AND RECEIVE A
On select new 2012 and 2013 models.2012 Escape amount shown.
IN MANUFACTURER REBATES EXCLUDING S MODELS
$1,000* *
ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $1,000^
PLUS ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $1,000^
OR
t new 2012 and 2013 models. On se2
APRAPRAPR
UP TO UP TO
UP TO
UP TO $1,800 (MSRP) VALUE
$5,000**
$1,000^ ^^
^^
*
^^^^
STARTS TUESDAY OCTOBER 23RD
Page B14 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT ADVERTISING Wednesday, October 24, 2012
AGRICULTURE SECTION 2012AGRICULTURE SECTION 2012
GROWING UP FASTGROWING UP FAST
Photos by Les Stulberg and John MacNeil, Stettler Independent
The region’s bountiful farmland and rich resources were in fi ne form this summer and fall. ABOVE: A farmer brings in the harvest near Stettler. BELOW: The rolling hills and canola fi elds near Rumsey create a postcard of the Prairies.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTUREPage C2 Wednesday, October 24, 2012
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
The Stettler Auction Mart is one of the longest-operat ing agr icul tura l b u s i n e s s e s i n t h e community.
Founded in 1953 by C.Q. (Charlie) McKay and T.A. (Ace) Pratt, the auction firm will celebrate its 60th anniversary next year.
The auction mart’s first sale was on Aug. 18, 1953.
Stettler and Olds led the way in the province for the establishment of rural auction barns, followed by Ponoka and Innisfail.
Before then, farmers shipped their cattle to
Calgary or Edmonton.M c K a y a n d P r a t t
remained Stettler partners until Pratt’s retirement in 1971, when the McKay family purchased ful l ownership.
The business remains family-owned to this day. The owners are Greg and Karen Hayden and Jim and Marilyn Abel, daughters and sons-in-law of Charlie and Lorna McKay.
Often described as “a pillar of the community,” the Stettler Auction Mart attracts clientele from a far-reaching radius to Stettler.
Tuesday in Stettler is commonly referred to as “Auction Mart Day,” and the town’s business sector has acknowledged the
impact on retail sales.Co-owner Greg Hayden
said the local mart sells an average of 70,000 head per year. At the peak, after the BSE crisis when herds were being liquidated, annual sales topped 80,000 head.
The fall sale season is traditionally the busiest time of the year for the auction mart. Peak-sale days will see 3,200 to 3,500 head marketed in a single day.
To accommodate the busy fall run, sales are held twice a week — on Tuesday and Friday.
T h e a u c t i o n m a r t employs 35 full-time and part-time staff to operate the well-established business. The operators have kept
pace with changing times by offering Internet bidding and video and satellite sales.
A variety of marketing f ea tu res a re o ffe red , including pre-sort and show-alley sales of feeder cattle, purebred bull sales, horse sales, farm auctions and sale of feed and supplements.
Some real estate and a few oilfield equipment sales are also held.
T h e a u c t i o n m a r t handles between 20 and 25 farm auctions each year. It holds six horse sales per year, marketing about 1,000 head of horses.
“ We o f f e r a f u l l range of agri-services,”Hayden said.
Stettler Auction Mart recognized
as longtime ‘pillar of community’
Saluting our Ag Community!Peter & Merlin want to express their heartfelt
thanks to our local farm families for their
hard work and dedication, plus
recognize the major part they play
producing the quality food we all enjoy.
If you're consideringselling or transitioning the farm to the next
generation in the next five years we have a team of specialists to help you work through
the process.
Stettler Independent Weekender Financial Columnist andQ93.3 FM lunch time Farm Financial Radio Blogger.
Peter Boys, CAFA
Boys Financial Services4910A - 51 Street, Stettler, AB
Ph: 403-742-6450
Seed For SaleSeed For SaleBLJ Farms Ltd.BLJ Farms Ltd.
Stettler
• Stettler Wheat • Metcalfe Barley• CDC Meadow Peas • Common Oats
Dealer For:Dealer For:Brett Young Seeds
Roundup and Clearfi eld Varieties Available
PLUS:6056RR - New Clubroot Resistant Variety
6040 - High Yield, Black Seed
Order Early to ensure supply for Spring
Contact Charlie Nemetz at 403-741-5761Contact Charlie Nemetz at 403-741-5761
• Weekly pickup at your farm or acreage!
• Serving the Rural areas of the County of Stettler
Get rid of your Garbage with. . .
“Enjoy Country Living with City
Luxury”
3R Management’s
For Scheduling & Pricing, call Lyle & Ev:
403-742-3007403-742-3007
CELEBRATE NATIONALAGRICULTURE WEEKFarming continues to be an
important part of our nation’s economy. We are proud to salute the men & women of our farm-ing industry for contributing to
our community’s success.
For all your Vehicle repair needs.We’re big enough to handle it
and small enough to care!!
403-742-3555fax 403-742-06224109 - 48th Avenue
www.brennanautobody.com
AUTO BODY REPAIR LTD.
Come see us for the most up-to-date information on:
* AgriStability & AgriInvest Programs* Income Tax Planning and Preparation* Computerized Record Keeping* Financial Statement Preparation* Retirement and Estate Planning* Computer Selection, Installation,
Training and Troubleshooting
4912 - 51 St., Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0403-742-4431403-742-4431www.gkdpca.com
“Let’s Get Together”“Let’s Get Together”
GG KKDD PP
Gitzel Krejci Dand PetersonGitzel Krejci Dand PetersonChartered AccountantsChartered Accountants
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Each Tuesday in Stettler is commonly referred to as “Auction Mart Day,” denoting the weekly cattle sale at the Stettler Auction Mart, which has operated since 1953.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Stettler’s business community notices an appreciable business spike during sale days at the Stettler Auction Mart.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTURE Page C3Wednesday, October 24, 2012
RICHARD FROESE Independent reporter
Warm wea ther and timely rains helped produce healthy and typical crops in the Stettler region this year, but all the results weren’t positive.
“We had close to ideal moisture this spring and that led to excellent crop establishment,” said Harry Brook, the crop specialist for Alberta Agriculture and Food at the Agricultural Information Centre in Stettler.
“Basically, it ended up with an average yield.”
Producers had projected prosperous crops, though disease, hail and wind h i n d e r e d t h e g r ow t h somewhat, Brook said.
“Expectations were for a bumper crop, but disease took a real big hit out of it.”
Most producers had a profitable year, but not as high as expected, Brook said.
“To sum it up, i t’s disappointing.”
S e v e r a l h a i l a n d windstorms also damaged crops during the past year.
“We had a lot of hail, probably the worst hail year in 10 years,” Brook said.
Locally and across much of Alberta, the weather for growing and harvest was perfect for producers.
“You couldn’t have asked for a better harvest season , wi th a lmos t -ideal harvest weather in September,” Brook said.
S t r o n g w i n d s i n S e p t e m b e r, h ow eve r, also levelled or damaged
swathed canola crops.Barley and canola crops
were hit the hardest and some producers lost 30 to 40 per cent of crop from the Aster yellows disease.
On the other hand, wheat was above-average and seemed to fare the best, said Brook, noting it produced “a lot” of light-bushel-weight barley.
“But it may be hard to find a place for producers to sell it, or it might be discounted.”
As the prime buyer of that crop, feedlots want heavy-bushel-weight barley, Brook said.
To set a good foundation for a productive crop next year, he said plenty of wet snow would be welcomed.
“ S u b s o i l m o i s t u r e conditions are pretty dry here and over most of the province,” Brook said.
“Some snow would be good to recharge some the subsoil moisture and surface-water supplies with spring runoff.”
Forecasts for weather and soil moisture are available on the website of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada with the Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Agency.
Crop year productive, despite
other ‘disappointing’ results
403-742-5300
Saluting theSaluting thededicated farmers dedicated farmers
across ouracross ourland.land.
• LUMBER • PLYWOOD • INSULATION • DRYWALL• MOULDINGS • CEILINGS • WINDOWS • DOORS• FLOORING • SIDING • ROOFING • DECKS • FENCES• GARAGES • HARDWARE • ELECTRICAL • PLUMBING
ALTA-WIDEBUILDERSSUPPLIES
6810 - 50 Ave., Stettler403-742-2000
Parts: 403-742-8327General Manager -
Tracey Peters
ENJOY OUR FRIENDS & FAMILY COUPONOCTOBER 1 through NOVEMBER 30, 2012
SCAN MEto view our
special offers!
SAVINGS FOR YOU — AND A FRIEND! Simply bring this card to your New Holland dealer and present it at time of pur-chase — and share the additional card with a friend so you both save. Don’t forget, this offer is in addition to current Value Bonanza Sales Event incentives. See your local dealer for details or visit valuebonanza.newholland.com
NEW HOLLAND FRIENDS & FAMILY COUPON
Our Thanks to Loyal New Holland Owners:
$500 OFF*THE PURCHASE OF THE FOLLOWING NEWEQUIPMENT FROM NEW HOLLAND:• Boomer™ 20-50 Compacts• T1500 Series Compacts• Boomer™ 3000 Compacts• WORKMASTER™ Series tractors • PowerStar™ T4.75 tractors• T4000 Series tractors• T5000 Series tractors• TD5000 Series tractors• TS6/TS6000 Series tractors
• Roll-Belt™ Round Balers• Small Square Balers• Large Square Balers• Discbine® Disc Mower-
Conditioners• Haybine® Mower-Conditioners• Self-Propelled Windrowers• Rustler™ Utility VehiclesExpires: November 30, 2012
* This coupon is in addition to any other retail offers and may be used in combination with available New Holland retail offers in effect at the time of purchase. One coupon per eligible unit. Coupon cannot be used with any other coupons. Coupon is non-transferable, does not apply to fl eet bid or rental agreements. This coupon has no cash value and can not be redeemed in whole or part as cash. Prior purchases are not eligible ©2012 CNH America LLC. All rights reserved. New Holland is a registered trademark of CNH America LLC.ATTENTION NEW HOLLAND DEALER: Equipment must be retailed from dealer inventory by November 30, 2012. Please deduct the dollar amount of this certifi cate from the retail selling price and from the settlement amount using PIN #8338. Fill in your dealer code, the model number and serial number of the eligible new product being purchased and send this original certifi cate to Program Administration, NH Friends & Family Coupon, P.O. Box 1895, New Holland PA 17557.
Customer Address City Prov. Zip
Customer Name Customer Email
Model # Serial #
Dealer Name Dealer Code
NEW HOLLAND FRIENDS & FAMILY COUPON
And Yours to Share with a Friend:
$500 OFF*THE PURCHASE OF THE FOLLOWING NEWEQUIPMENT FROM NEW HOLLAND:• Boomer™ 20-50 Compacts• T1500 Series Compacts• Boomer™ 3000 Compacts• WORKMASTER™ Series tractors • PowerStar™ T4.75 tractors• T4000 Series tractors• T5000 Series tractors• TD5000 Series tractors• TS6/TS6000 Series tractors
• Roll-Belt™ Round Balers• Small Square Balers• Large Square Balers• Discbine® Disc Mower-
Conditioners• Haybine® Mower-Conditioners• Self-Propelled Windrowers• Rustler™ Utility VehiclesExpires: November 30, 2012
* This coupon is in addition to any other retail offers and may be used in combination with available New Holland retail offers in effect at the time of purchase. One coupon per eligible unit. Coupon cannot be used with any other coupons. Coupon is non-transferable, does not apply to fl eet bid or rental agreements. This coupon has no cash value and can not be redeemed in whole or part as cash. Prior purchases are not eligible ©2012 CNH America LLC. All rights reserved. New Holland is a registered trademark of CNH America LLC.ATTENTION NEW HOLLAND DEALER: Equipment must be retailed from dealer inventory by November 30, 2012. Please deduct the dollar amount of this certifi cate from the retail selling price and from the settlement amount using PIN #8338. Fill in your dealer code, the model number and serial number of the eligible new product being purchased and send this original certifi cate to Program Administration, NH Friends & Family Coupon, P.O. Box 1895, New Holland PA 17557.
Customer Address City Prov. Zip
Customer Name Customer Email
Model # Serial #
Dealer Name Dealer Code
YOUR POWER TEAMHEADQUARTERS
AFTER HOURS TELEPHONESales:
Regan Finlay 780-372-2043* 403-740-6494 (cell)
Terry Jobs 403-740-9473
CHEERSCHEERSThe best in the coming year to all of the area’s farmers and their families.
Stettler Mall • 403-742-5455JUDE’S LIQUOR STOREJUDE’S LIQUOR STORE
Koehler Financial Group
Mitch Koehler4812A - 49 St., Stettler (1 block east of Main Street)
403-742-2777
A SPECIAL THANKS TO
OUR AGRICULTURE
COMMUNITY
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Almost ideal moisture levels in the spring contributed to strong hay production and other crops this summer, though occasional freak weather patterns tempered the harvest and in some cases severely damaged crops.
Page C4 Wednesday, October 24, 2012 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTURE
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
The Stettler District Agricultural Society has been a fixture of the community for more than a century.
E s t a b l i s h e d i n 1 9 0 7 , t h e society has served the agricultural community in a variety of capacities for educat ional , business and entertainment purposes.
The 105-year-old organization remains a busy group, hosting multiple functions each month.
Laurel Pole has recently been elected acting-president of the ag society, taking over from Michelle Rangen, who has left the community.
Initially, the Stettler Agricultural Society served the agricultural community by sponsoring fairs, bull sales and rodeos.
Today, se rv ices have been expanded to include a wide variety of community interests — including enhanced facilities and the operation
of the Agriplex.Pole outlined some of the events
that take place on the grounds. She said the Silver Spurs 4-H Club is one of the groups that uses the facility on a regular basis.
Among other regular events are the jackpot team-roping, the high school rodeo, ranch horse competitions, horsemanship and barrel-racing clinics, cattle penning, trick-riding training clinics, roughstock practice and open riding.
Events such as the bull-a-rama, the roughstock rodeo, district 4-H beef clubs’ show and sale, a gun show, cowboy church and farmers’ markets are also held at the ag grounds.
Pole said the farmers’ markets have had as many as 46 tables and organizers are now planning their Christmas market.
Cowboy church is held regularly on the first and third Tuesday each month.
Adding to the variation of events are roller-derby practices, soccer and
barrel-racing in the winter months.“We provide something for
everyone in the community,” Pole said.
The Agriplex is also a popular rental facility. Many functions, such as birthday and anniversary parties, information sessions and meetings, are held there.
In recent years, the Stettler Agricultural Society has prided itself in bringing big-name entertainment to town. Past acts have included Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Trooper. This year’s feature show is the Julian Austin and One More Girl concert Oct. 27.
“It’s a privilege to enrich the lives of the people in the community and broaden arts’ horizons,” said Rangen, one of the show organizers.
It takes many volunteers to keep an organization like the Stettler Agricultural Society operating.
“We have tremendous volunteers,” Pole said. “They keep everything working — we can count on them.”
Century-old agricultural societyharvests diverse lineup, services
RELY ON US!
YOUR INSURANCE!
P.O. Box 1150 Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0
Phone 403-742-2392 Fax 403-742-0555
Johnson Connor AgenciesScott Roberts
YOUR LANDYOUR LAND YOUR BUILDINGSYOUR BUILDINGS
YOUR EQUIPMENTYOUR EQUIPMENT YOUR HOMEYOUR HOME
For All Your GeneralMachining Needs
* Lathework * Drilling * Milling* Grinding * Welding
A Wide Variety Of* Shafts * Plates * Parts * Flanges
* P.T.O. ShaftsCan be built or rebuilt.
For Any Industry* Agricultural * Gas & Oilfi eld* Pipeline & Road Construction
* Automotive
403-742-8822
Dean HewlettOwner/Manager
JourneymanMachinist
403-740-9209 (Cell.) 403-742-6185 (Res.)
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
The long-running Stettler District Agricultural Society has expanded its operations in recent years to cater to a wide range of community organizations and events.
JOHN MacNEIL/Independent editor
Among the annual events on the Stettler District Agricultural Society grounds is the high school rodeo, which kicks off the Alberta High School Rodeo Association season, shortly after the Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede.
SALE DATESPhone (403) 742-2368
Regular Sales ~ Tuesdays - 8:30 a.m. website: www.stettlerauction.ab.ca
Box 1238, Stettler, AB
Stett
ler Auction Mart
Since 1953
Stettler Auction Mart (1990) Ltd.
Lic. #00354
Auctioneers: Allen McMillan Dick Creasey Greg Johnson Scott Douglas Terry Silbernagel
Office Administrator: Lona BenjaminSales Reps: Greg Hayden - 403-740-9610; Jim Abel - 403-740-9609;
Brad Lohr - 780-679-5500; Dick Creasey - 403-740-9434
Friday, Oct. 26 - MIXED CALF SALE
Saturday, Oct. 27 - STOCK COW &BRED HEIFER SALE
Tuesday, Oct. 30 - REGULAR MIXED SALE
Friday, Nov. 2 - LIMOUSIN & ANGUS CALF SALE
Tuesday, Nov. 6 - CHAROLAIS & SIMMENTAL CALF SALE
Friday, Nov. 9 - MIXED CALF SALE
Tuesday, Nov. 13 - REGULAR MIXED SALE
Friday, Nov. 16 - MIXED CALF SALE/ STOCK COW & BRED HEIFER SALE
Tuesday, Nov. 20 - REGULAR MIXED SALE
Friday, Nov. 23 - STOCK COW &BRED HEIFER SALE
Tuesday, Nov. 27 - REGULAR MIXED SALE
Friday, Nov. 30 - STOCK COW &BRED HEIFER SALE
Tuesday, Dec. 4 - PRE-CONDITIONED CALF SALE
Friday, Dec. 7 - STOCK COW &BRED HEIFER SALE
Tuesday, Dec. 11 - PRE-CONDITIONEDCALF SALE
Friday, Dec. 14 - STOCK COW &BRED HEIFER SALE
Tuesday, Dec. 18 - LAST FEEDER SALE OF 2012
Friday, Dec. 21 - STOCK COW &BRED HEIFER SALE
Page C5 THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTUREWednesday, October 24, 2012
LES STULBERG Independent reporter
Alberta is a long way from Switzerland, but for Erskine’s Ursula Corpataux, it was the place she knew — even from a young age — that she always wanted to reside.
Corpataux recalled that when she was in Grade 5 in Switzerland, the teacher’s assignment was for the students to write what they saw themselves doing in the year 2000. Corpataux’s answer was — farming in Alberta.
Corpataux said to buy a farm in Swit-zerland was “pretty much out of the ques-tion.” A limited amount of land was avail-able, and what was, was too expensive.
She got her first glimpse of what Al-berta was like in 1984, when she was on a 10-month agricultural exchange to Grim-shaw in the Peace River country.
“I liked the wide-open space here — everything is more crowded in Switzer-land,” Corpataux said.
Years later, in 1995, her dream was realized when she, along with husband George Corpataux and their two young daughters, Joy and Jill, made the move to Alberta. A son, Brian, arrived after their move to Alberta.
They had looked at various locations in central Alberta before purchasing San Dan Charolais Farm, southwest of Erskine, from Don Pochylko.
Ursula said the Stettler area appealed to them because the land was afford-able. Land closer to Highway 2 was tooexpensive.
The San Dan operation consisted of four quarters of land and 50 head of pure-bred Charolais cows and 28 bred heifers.
“Don stayed for three years to help manage the purebred operation — he was good to us,” said Ursula Corpa-taux.
Ursula always had an interest in raising animals. As a youngster, she raised gerbils, then moved on to raising sheep and finally made enough money to purchase a horse when she was 13.
In Switzerland, her family raised dual-purpose Simmental cattle, and she always
had an interest in the cattle. Her father encouraged her input in selecting sires for the breeding program.
“Breeding programs have alwaysinterested me,” Ursula said.
It was only fitting, when the opportu-nity arose, that the Corpatauxs purchased a purebred herd.
They have since built the herd up to include 180 to 200 head and have added another two quarters of land.
A bull sale is held each spring and a fall production sale to market females is held every second year. This year’s edition is set for Dec. 8 at the farm.
The purebred Charolais business has treated the Corpatauxs well.
“I can’t complain, we have built up a good commercial customer base and have lots of repeat buyers,” Ursula said.
“Our goal is to look after commercial customers — purebred sales are just icing on the cake.”
Operational duties are shared between the couple. Ursula manages the genetic side and marketing, while George is more comfortable with raising the crops and looking after the feed requirements.
In addition to the cattle, purebred Ber-nese mountain dogs are also being raised. Ursula said the native Swiss dogs are in high demand. All 11 puppies in the last lit-ter were sold before they were even born.
Canada and Switzerland are worlds apart, in more ways than one.
“The weather is a bigger challenge than I thought it would be,” Ursula said of the move to Canada.
“You can be the best farmer — do ev-erything right — and if it don’t rain, you get nothing.”
Ursula acknowledged farming is differ-ent between the two countries — maybe not better in one or the other, but different.
She said the subsidies the Swiss farmers receive give them more security, but their farming practices are highly regulated.
To the Swiss, Canada has the image of being the land of opportunity and choice, with lots of land and room.
“I do like the space — I don’t miss the mountains, at all,” said Ursula, but added with a laugh, “It could rain a little more.”
From Switzerlandto Canada … forthe love of farming0pen spaces attractive for Swiss family
All agricultural loans also qualify for our annual common share dividends that will put more “Seed Money” back in your pocket annually as well. Best of luck moving towards the 2013 growing season.
Battle River Credit Union Ltd.Battle River Credit Union Ltd.4911 - 51 Street, Stettler 403-742-2331
www.battlerivercreditunion.com
* Machinery loans* Machinery loans* Farm mortgages* Farm mortgages* Operating line of credit* Operating line of credit
Come see Dwayne Grover our Ag Account Officer for all your Agriculture Needs.
Book your appointment today, 403-742-2331.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Ursula and George Corpataux are at home in front of a pen of their purebred Charolais cattle, along with their purebred Bernese dogs, at San Dan Charolais Farm near Erskine. The couple moved to Erskine from Switzerland, along with their two young daughters, in 1995. Their son was born after they moved to Alberta.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
A herd of cattle cools off on a hot summer day near a slough.
We are proud to service ourWe are proud to service ourAgriculture Community!Agriculture Community!
Your business is very much appreciated!
STETTLER AGENCY
REINBOLD PETROLEUM LTD.REINBOLD PETROLEUM LTD.7007A - 50 Ave.
STETTLER
1-866-742-2647
Fred & Denise Reinbold
WINTERLUBRICANT
SALEBRAND NAMES
SHELL & CHEVRONOctober 15 to
October 31, 2012
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTURE Wednesday, October 24, 2012Page C6
By The Canadian Press
Weeks of worry and uncertainty in a southern A l b e r t a c o m m u n i t y turned in a single moment to a wave of optimism with word that a U.S. company is taking over the plant at the heart of the recent beef recall.
JBS USA, a subsidiary of Brazilian-based JBS S.A. , surpr ised a lmost everyone last Wednesday w i t h a n ew s r e l e a s e a n n o u n c i n g i t h a d assumed management of XL Foods in Brooks.
From its headquarters in Greeley, Colo. , JBS also said its agreement with XL provides it with
an exclusive opt ion to buy the Canadian and U.S. operat ions of the company.
“We know ful l wel l the commitment it takes to manage world-class operations that produce s a f e a n d n u t r i t i o u s products for consumers around the world,” said Bill Rupp, president and chief operating officer of JBS USA.
“ We b e l i e v e o u r exper ienced team wi l l prove an invaluable asset in the management of XL Lakeside, and we look forward to exploring our options to purchase XL assets in the near future.”
Brian Nilsson, co-CEO of XL Foods, issued a brief news release.
“ T h i s a c t i o n i s a n o t h e r p o s i t ive s t e p to re l icens ing the XL L a k e s i d e b e e f p l a n t i n Brooks , A l t a . ,” he said. “We welcome the ass is tance of JBS and their resources.”
JBS calls its Brazilian-based parent company the world’s largest animal protein processor. The American subsidiary has operat ions in both the U.S. and Australia.
It was an unexpected development in a dramatic s a g a t h a t b eg a n l a s t month when the Brooks plant — one of Canada’s largest beef processors — was closed over E. coli contamination.
E a r l i e r We d n e s d a y, Brooks Mayor Mar t in S h i e l d s s a i d t h e c o m m u n i t y h a s b e e n i n t u r m o i l o v e r t h e t roubles a t XL Foods . By suppertime, he was elated.
“ T h a t ’ s p o s i t i v e news,” he said, adding it was already spreading t h r o u g h o u t t h e community. “This means the plant is going to be back in operation.”
Shields said he hadn’t been personally contacted by JBS o ff i c i a l s , bu t wo u l d w e l c o m e t h e i r arrival.
“They really are big,” h e s a i d . “ O b v i o u s l y, t h ey ’r e c o m i n g i n t o manage a plant with the option to purchase, and what you would hope is they actually do purchase it — that it just isn’t a drive-by happening.”
T h e 2 , 2 0 0 p e o p l e who work a t XL were laid off two weeks ago. About 800 were recalled temporarily last Tuesday to finish processing beef carcasses as par t of a Canadian Food Inspection Agency assessment of the plant.
I t h a d b e e n a frustration for the United Food and Commerc ia l Workers, the union that represents the workers.
Local 401 pres ident D o u g O ’ H a l l o r a n w a s t e m p e r e d i n h i s enthusiasm for the JBS announcement, but said it was good news.
“We’ve been cal l ing for new management or new ownership since this took place, and on first blush we certainly see this as a positive move.”
The plant is still not out of the woods. The CFIA was expected to complete a repor t and make a recommendation to the federal government about the plant before this week.
T h e C F I A s a i d i t s r ev iew wou ld inc lude how well XL Foods is handling E. coli controls, meat hygiene, sampling techniques and overal l sanitation.
The f ede ra l agency didn’t immediately spell out what those next steps could be or how soon the plant might be able to resume slaughtering ca t t le or sending beef
products to market.C a m e r o n B r u e t t ,
JBS’s head of corporate communications, didn’t want to comment on any interactions the company might have had with the government agency.
B u t h e s a i d t h e takeover would be swift.
“ Immedia te ly, we’l l be sending teams up to Canada ... to see how to proceed wi th tha t one facility,” he said. “We’re well aware of the present situation.”
He sa id d iscuss ions b e t w e e n t h e t w o companies began in the past month, though he didn’t want to say who approached whom first.
“We think XL is an excellent company with an excellent operation,” he said.
“Unfortunately, in this business at times, food-safety issues can arise. We th ink we’re we l l -posi t ioned to assis t in those matters.”
H e s a i d J B S i s approaching the Lakeside p l an t w i th a pos i t ive attitude.
“ O u r i n t e n t i s t o keep the plant running and utilize the available workforce, but of course w e ’r e g o i n g t o h av e t o r ev i ew t h e l a b o u r situation there,” he said. “Hopefully, it will be a seamless t rans i t ion — that is our goal.”
Last Tuesday night, the food agency announced yet another recall of beef f rom the plant — this t ime involv ing brands s o l d u n d e r d i f f e r e n t product names in B.C. and Alberta.
The r eca l l o f more t h a n 1 , 8 0 0 p r o d u c t s now involves 33 retai l cha ins across Canada . A list of those retailers can be found online at: inspection.gc.ca.
— Black Press
LEE, LAURA & JACKIE BROWN TRISH & TIM HENDERSONBox 217, Erskine, Alberta T0C 1G0
Phone: 403-742-4226 email: llbangus@xplornet.com
catalogue available at www.llbangus.comee
LLB For more information about this exciting sale offering contact
LLB 4th Autumn Opportunity Sale Nov 3 2012 at the Farm
Featuring 475 Angus Bulls & Females 120 Cows & Bred Heifers 30 Show Heifer Prospects
25 Select Young Herd Sires 2 Proven Herd Sires
Progeny and Service to Leading Angus Herd Sires
300 Commercial Black & Black Baldie Bred Heifers
Angus
Proud to be a part of your community.
Stettler District Office
5020 50TH Street(403) 740-4200 - Insurance
(403) 740-4209 - Lending
www.AFSC.ca
During Agriculture
Week we would like to salute the
many fine folks in the farming business in our community. We would also
like to extend our thanks to our many clients in the agriculture industry for their past patronage.
Chapman and Co. Professional Accountants LLP
P.O. Box 1328, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 4702 - 51 Avenue
WE SALUTE OUR FARMERSWE SALUTE OUR FARMERSTHANKYOU...
Chartered Accountantsof Alberta
403-742-3438 Fax: 403-742-0560E-mail: gchap@gchap.ca
Dedicated to theDedicated to theHealth of Your Farm
Successful Farming Takes aCoordinated Effort
We are Proud to be Part of Your Team!
STETTLERVETERINARY
CLINICOur Focus is on Your Future
through “Improved Animal Health& Production”
4605 - 51 Ave., Stettler, Alberta(on the truck route to Highway 56 North)
Hrs: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. - Sat.Emergencies: Phone 403-742-3338
VETERINARIANS:B. Munholland, J. Dobinson,
A. Mack, L. KutrykSUPPORT STAFF:
L. Marcellus, M. Strome (AHT), A. Kelly (AHT), B. MacDonald (AHT), C. Munholland, A. Muhlbach, M. Roberts, D. Stenlund
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Cows contently graze in a summer pasture. There has been discontent this fall as the XL Foods plantin Brooks — one of Canada’s largest beef processors — was forced to shut down because of a beef recall.
LES STULBERG/Independent reporter
Twin calves enjoy a lunchtime snack with their mom.
Mood takes hopeful turn
at troubled Brooks plant
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTURE Page C7Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Scott Kruk Trucking Ltd.Scott Kruk Trucking Ltd.
Specializing in Grain and Fertilizer Hauling
Box 122, Erskine, AB T0C 1G0Box 122, Erskine, AB T0C 1G0
Ph: 403-742-0001Ph: 403-742-0001
Cell: 403-740-5094 Fax: 403-742-0014Cell: 403-740-5094 Fax: 403-742-0014
Saluting ourfarmers who are always in it for the long haul!
County of Stettler No. 6County of Stettler No. 6Phone: 403-742-4441Phone: 403-742-4441
Proud to support Agriculture with the following services and more:
� Vegetation management� Equipment rental program� Agricultural support, pest ID
and advice� Alien invasive species
control� Agricultural extension� Pest management support
BESTBESTPRICESPRICES
MANUFACTURED IN ALBERTA
1-888-2-METAL-41-888-2-METAL-4
• 40 Year Paint Warranty• Experienced estimators to assist you• 21 colours & 2 profi les to choose from
Photos by Les Stulberg and John MacNeil, Stettler Independent
The farm structures above and below stand stately, while a couple of other barnsfrom yesteryear show their age and mark the end of an era in Alberta farming.
THE STETTLER INDEPENDENT AGRICULTURE Wednesday, October 24, 2012Page C8
Scott McKenzieAccount Manager, Agriculture Services(403) 742-3464, ext. 300Cell: (403) 741-2336scott.mckenzie@td.com
TD Canada Trust knows that farming is more than a way oflife – it’s a business. We are committed to serving Canada’sfarm communities by providing flexible financial solutionsthat let you get on with the business of farming.
Contact one of our Agriculture specialists. We’ll take thetime necessary to understand your unique needs. Togetherwe can meet today’s challenges and anticipate tomorrow’sopportunities.
Sherry Marshall Small Business Advisor (403) 742-3464, ext. 249 sherry.marshall@td.com
Banking can be this comfortable
Meet our Agriculturespecialists
TD Canada Trust
4902 50th St.Stettler
Monday to Wednesday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Thursday & Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
® / The TD logo and other trade-marks are the property of The Toronto-Dominion Bank or a wholly-owned subsidiary, in Canada and/or other countries.
Alberta Ag-Info Centre
GETCONNECTEDPHONE 310-FARM
(3276)
website:www.agriculture.alberta.ca
Toll Freeor Visit
theFieldOfficeat the
Stettler Provincial Building,
4705 - 49 Ave.
We areWe areproud toproud tobe a partbe a part
of suchof sucha greata great
agricultural agricultural community!community!
JJTT Auto Body Ltd. Auto Body Ltd.Family Owned and Operated
403-742-28694606 - 40 St., Stettler East Industrial Area
Serving Stettler and area for 38 yearsServing Stettler and area for 38 years
Photos by Delaine Stewart and John MacNeil
It’s a team effort — day and night — during the harvest season, as combines work south of Big Valley on Highway 56 in September (atop page and in bottom photo). In the above photo, a fresh and colourful canola fi eld attracts passersby.
top related