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New Ponoka Secondary Campus graduates celebrate with a toss of the caps June 6.

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2014 Ponoka Stampede salutes chuckwagon legend

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PC leader candidate Jim Prentice shakes hands with prospective voters June 4 at the Western Budget Motel. The former cabinet minister says he feels he can bring the Alberta PC Party back to the days of Peter Loughheed. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

PC candidate Jim Prentice stops in PonokaBY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

Ponoka was one of many stops last week on the campaign trail of Jim Prentice, who announced his candidacy for leader of the Alberta Progressive Conservative Party (PC) May 21.

The race for Alberta PC leader-ship, and Alberta premier, has only just begun with three candidates — including Prentice — vying for the province’s top political seat. He fac-es off against MLA Ric McIver and MLA Thomas Lukaszuk.

Prentice hosted a meet-and-greet June 5 at the Western Budget Mo-tel and told attendees his vision for Alberta if he were elected. He feels the PC party is not what it used to

be in the days of Peter Lougheed and Prentice wants to change things. “I wasn’t comfortable sitting back,” he said.

Developing a broader market for Alberta’s products in the Asia-Pacif-ic region is an area Prentice wants to see growth in; Alberta resources such as the oil sands, forestry and farming need to be sold worldwide, not just in the United States.

He says Albertans want a focused agenda and he presented his five pri-orities if elected premier.• Fiscal responsibility:

Prentice suggests the Alberta Government could spend less with a smaller cabinet. He says Alberta has the largest number of cabinet minis-ters in Canada and suggests restraint

should start there. • Improved transparency:

Prentice proposes that new rules of transpar-ency should apply to provincial leaders, including the premier. He also feels there should be clarifica-tion on individuals who were once lobbyists if and when they are appointed to government positions. • Alberta a global powerhouse:

The PC leader candidate feels Alberta’s non-renewable resources need to be sold to other markets besides the United States. “We’ve become a satellite to the U.S. market.”

Prentice did not say he was against selling to the U.S, but “We can’t have only one customer,” he stressed.• Environment:

He feels Alberta could be do better with en-vironmental protection. “If you’re in the energy business, you’re in the environment business,” Prentice declared.• Quality of life:

While Prentice advocates fiscal restraint he does feel infrastructure is greatly inadequate in Alberta. He says Albertans want the best in educa-tion, energy and lifestyle, but that comes at a cost. Major infrastructure, such as roads, hospitals,

schools and bridges are in need of expansion and repair said Prentice.

He added Alberta is expected to grow quickly in the near future and he feels the province must be ready for the population increase. For every 100,000 people who move to Alberta, 15,000 kids need an education and that means more schools, he explained.

Given the estimate of growth in population, Prentice touched on the importance of dealing with what he called an “incredible deficit of public infrastructure.”

He suggests the best way to deal with this is-sue is to borrow money and likened it to getting a mortgage loan.

“At the end of the day, we’re going to have to borrow money to build that infrastructure over the next five years,” said Prentice.

He did not respond to questions of how the other two candidates are running their campaign, stating he is responsible only for his run and want-ed to stay positive.

One question related to using pipelines to transport oil sands products to the west coast. Prentice suggested the only way to see a pipe-line project completed would be to include First Nations people in the discussion. “There’s no al-ternative to it.”

The question of school funds being taken out of property taxes came up as well. One elderly man suggested that school tax requisitions have increased over the years but his retirement income has not. Prentice did not respond except to thank him for the comments.

Former Ponoka Mayor Larry Henkelman and former Ponoka-Lacombe MLA Ray Prins were in attendance to promote Prentice’s campaign.

Prentice is 57 years old and a former MP of Calgary Centre-North and was also Minister of In-dian Affairs and Northern Development.

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BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

In the early morning hours of June 2, farmers Peter and Hennie Doorn-enbal, who live west of Ponoka on Highway 53, were confronted with the unthinkable when their dairy barn started to burn down.

The first sign that there was prob-lem was when the power went out. Hennie was still up and Peter was in bed. A backup generator kicked in and Peter decided to check and make sure everything in the barn was work-ing properly. He walked into the barn at about 1:15 a.m. and saw smoke throughout the building.

“Then I knew something was ter-ribly wrong,” said Peter.

He ran back to the house to tell Hennie, who then called 911 at 1:19 a.m. It didn’t take long for the Ponoka Fire Department to arrive but flames had already fully engulfed the build-ing.

After the 911 call was made, Peter ran back to the barn in an attempt to save his cattle but the heat and flames were so strong there was not much he could do. There was an automatic door in the barn and with the power out Peter was unable to open it quickly enough.

It is difficult for him to remember what he was thinking during the fire as everything happened so quickly. “You just think, ‘What can I do?’”

“You just don’t believe your eyes,” added Hennie.

The fire was so ferocious that even three days later, smoke still smoldered in certain parts of the destroyed barn. Over 100 cattle perished in the blaze along with 60 young stock, leaving the Doornenbals with a depleted herd. He said 13 cows were able to get out of the barn and are starting to recover.

While the exact cause of the blaze is still under investiga-tion, the Doornenbals are faced with an almost insurmountable task of picking up their lives and moving forward. Peter and Hennie have to deal with not only the barn clean up but also the proper disposal of the cattle.

In order to protect their home, the fire de-partment contained the flames to only the barn and the Doornenbal’s home received some heat damage. Firefight-ers also had to ensure that a diesel storage tank nearby was watered to ensure it did not ignite.

“That was really good. They kept that cool,” said Peter.

He is grateful for their efforts at contain-ing the fire.

Picking up the

pieces

The fire raised some

serious questions for Peter, who is 56 and getting close to retirement. If there is anything he loves most, it is farm-ing. Hennie says he does not have any real hobby because farming has been Peter’s passion all his life.

He thought his life as a farmer was over the night of the fire, but the next day “I walked through the yard and I said, ‘No. I cannot go like that,’” Peter recollected the moment.

“Instead of working to 65, I’m go-ing to work to 70,” Peter joked.

With help from friends and fam-ily, the Doornenbals have tried to keep their spirits up and they still man-age to get in a few laughs. They also talk about things to help deal with the stress.

“We talk a lot. To sort things out in your mind, too,” said Hennie.

Advice from friends has varied from calling it quits to rebuilding, but one thing the Doornenbals have been most humbled by is the community support. Friends have come to visit at different times in the day, which has also given the couple a chance to take a break from picking up the pieces.

Having security on site has also been a peace of mind. Hennie said knowing someone was in the yard watching over things gave her a chance to sleep; otherwise she would be worrying about the fire re-igniting. Peter has kept busy getting the utilities working again. The Doornenbals were without gas and water for two days.

“I never thought I would be happy to do laundry,” Hennie added with a small laugh.

Fourteen firefighters and four fire trucks attended the scene and crews were at the Doornenbals for approxi-mately four hours to quell the blaze.

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Traffic is reported to have been busy on High-way 2 June 6 in at 8 p.m., which may have been a factor in a motorcycle collision north of Ponoka.

A northbound motorcycle carrying two people is reported to have collided with a car, causing inju-ries to the riders and slowed down traffic for over an hour on Highway 2 north of Ponoka.

The 47-year-old male driver of the motorbike is reported to have received injuries to his back and face and was sent to the Red Deer Hospital. A 41-year-old female passenger of the motorcycle was taken to the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre. There were no charges in the incident.

Stopped at 177 km/h

Police moved fast to stop the driver of a 2013 Kia Optima who was travelling at speeds in excess of 177 km/h.

As officers closed the distance on the vehicle, speeds varied from 161 km/h to 166 km/h. The driv-er, an 18-year-old teenager from Sylvan Lake, was stopped on Highway 2 and faces a mandatory court appearance.

Domestic assault

A man looking for a fight had to answer to police after punching a woman in the face June 8 at 10 p.m.

Police responded to the call of an assault on a woman near the 5000 block of 60 Avenue. When officers arrived at the scene, the 39-year-old male suspect resisted arrest and a struggle ensued. He was eventually placed in handcuffs and when asked why he resisted, the man said he wanted to pick a fight, according to the police report.

The man was charged with assault and resisting arrest.

U.S. citizen arrested with warrants

Travelling at a speed of 151 km/h may have been a bad idea for a 34-year-old Sherwood Park motor-ist.

Police stopped a 2012 BMW SUV for speeding June 7 at 1 a.m. northbound on Highway 2, and after some investigation, found a grinder commonly used for marijuana. There was no cannabis in the vehicle, however, a 29-year-old male passenger from the United States had warrants for his arrest.

Officers arrested the man who is reported to be living in Canada illegally.

Speeder caught with marijuana

A speeder was ticketed with more than he bar-gained for after police caught him with marijuana and an open box of liquor.

Officers charged a 32-year-old Ponoka man with speeding and having liquor in easy access to the driver after being stopped at 125 km/h in a 100km/h zone. He was stopped on Range Road 270 in a silver 1998 GMC Sierra.

After some investigation, police found a joint of marijuana in the door of the vehicle.

Ponoka RCMP and the Integrated Traffic Unit handled 67 calls relating to public drunkenness, traf-fic and complaint calls.

If you have information on any crime call Ponoka RCMP at 403-783-4472 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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PONOKA WORD OF LIFE CHURCHPastor Rob McArthur 403-783-5659

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCHPASTOR DAVE BEAUDOIN

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Currently meeting at Ponoka Christian School 6300-50 St.Worship Service Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Everyone Welcome!phone: 403-783-6962 • www.baptistreformedponoka.org

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Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon Worship Service 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.www.parklandurc.org

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Pastor Jerry Preheim • Pastor Matt Sealy3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500

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Pancake breakfast celebration: In honour of Seniors’ Week, the Seniors’ Drop In Centre hosted a pan-cake breakfast June 5. Here Tilley Lloyd hands out pancakes to Herb Buss. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

Couldn’t do it without communityI love community. As a self-ex-

pressed extrovert, I get pretty excited about social connections. The intro-verts out there won’t get this, but if I have to spend a day on my own with-out people interaction … I feel like I am losing my mind.

I am convinced that I would not have survived if I had to live a real life story similar to the Tom Hanks movie, “Castaway.” Wilson just wouldn’t be enough for my social need.

This past year, I have been re-minded regularly of how significant community is. I see it in the way our Ponoka community rallies behind causes and groups such as the new

soccer fields, 4H, var-ious service groups, or even the recent “Race for Kids” with the Ponoka Youth Centre, and the Youth Unlimited Golf Tour-nament fundraiser.

We truly have a supportive com-munity, but there is something more in community that I re-ally love.

This year, I was able to be a part of a really amazing group of youth called “Life

360.” Every Tuesday, about 30 stu-dents would gather together with a handful of leaders and volunteers at the First Baptist Church, where we would eat supper together, meet in small groups, and take part in various community service projects. Almost every week I would ask the people at my table, “What would you be doing if you weren’t here eating supper with us?”

While some highlighted meals they would be eating with families, others said, “watching TV”, “eating in my room”, or “at the table by myself.”

We have a world of busy going on around us all the time, and if we are not careful it can drive apart our places

of community. In these

places, I have found friendship, support, encour-agement, and so much more, but it would be easy to just skip out because of big de-mands or even a lack of desire.

I am reminded this week of how I

need the community of faith in my life. Consider the words of Hebrews 10:25 (New Living Trans-lation) which says, “And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encour-age one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

I love our Ponoka community; I enjoy seeing the way we can rally together to support one an-other, and I can’t imagine what I would do without the support and connections of my community of faith in the Church.

If it has been a while since you’ve been there … maybe it’s time to give it another try.

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ing together, as some people do, but encourage

one another, espe-cially now that the day of his return is

drawing near.”

enter the raffles and meet the artists, with most of the items for sale as a show-piece in your home or as that perfect gift. The exciting auction, un-der the direction of championship auc-tioneer Danny Skeels will give everyone the opportunity to bid on over 20 spectacu-lar treasures from well-known western artists and collec-tors such as Bernie Brown, Donna King, Tammy Taylor, Suzan Sturgeon, Sandra Bingeman, Theresa Forsyth, Ruth Moore, Jeff Boyle, Roberta Mur-ray, rodeo clown Ash Cooper, Henri deGroot, Katherine Ellison McKenzie, Jess Garcia, Milt Ach-timichuk, Gina MacDougal, Matt Robertson, Sonja Ma-rinoske, Kim Penner, Inge Sybrandi, and others.

Dedicated to the chuckwagon driver and the artist. 2014 marks 78 years for the Ponoka Stampede, and this year’s annual poster proudly honours Dallas Dorchester, one of most respected and successful drivers in the history of the World Professional Chuckwagon Association. When Bernie Brown was chosen as our feature artist of the year for the local rodeo event, he was asked to create a lasting image of the popular chuck wagon legend as he will always be remembered...a true cowboy and family man who passionately carried on the longstanding and proud tradition of his fa-ther and brothers as avid competitors, who played an ongoing role in the promotion, colorful history, and successes of our Ponoka Stampede. Bernie’s combination of artistic skills and familiarity with chuckwagon racing has resulted in a meaningful and commemorative piece developed from the spirit and inspiration of both the wagon driver and the artist, who have enjoyed highly success-ful careers in their chosen fields, and have left a lasting mark on generations of rodeo fans from across North America.

Dallas Dorchester got his career start as an out rider at the age of 16, and would work him-self into the wagon box in just three years. As a skilled outrider, his crew won the Calgary Stam-pede Rangeland Derby three times, and he was named the World Champion outrider in 1977. Af-ter taking up the reins, Dallas went on to capture the Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby Chuck wagon title in 1984 and 1991, was the World Champion in 1984, and won the coveted chuck wagon championship of the Ponoka Stampede in 1985. His vision for the success of chuckwagon racing would always extend far beyond his suc-

cessful showings and career earnings, as he strived to promote and work very hard to improve upon the reputation and integrity of the exciting sport that was so very close to his heart.

Dorchester was a founding member of the World Professional Chuckwagon Association, and set an impressive example by consistently demon-strating his great respect for his horses, his family, his colleagues, and his fans. His genuine goodwill towards others, whether it be man or animal, will never be forgotten by those who had the privilege to be around him. In 2006, Dallas Dorchester was made an honorary lifetime member of the Ponoka Stampede as well, receiving the WPCA Special Tribute Award, and then later received the an-nual Pioneers of Rodeo Award from the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede as well as the George Normand Lifetime Builder Award in 2007. In 2011, his amazing dedication to his family, career, and community was honoured by his induction into the Wetaskiwin Sports Hall of Fame. Seventy eight prints of Bernie Brown’s wonderful drawing of Dallas Dorchester, his wagon, horses, and crew coming down the home stretch are on sale now and during the Ponoka Stampede.

Also featured at the 2014 Art Show will be the unique and exciting opportunity for artists of all ages and potential to join together and take part in daily workshops conducted by well known artist Michael Downs of Red Deer. Groups of 15 will be accepted and for more information on this or the Ponoka Stampede Art Show and Auction, please contact Inge Sybrandi at 403-704-5534.


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Reflections of Ponoka

BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

The multi-colored poster of the 78th annual 2014 Ponoka Stampede is vividly highlighted by a mag-nificent original pencil drawing of former world and Ponoka Stam-pede chuckwagon racing champion Dallas Dorchester. This exciting ac-tion print is the work of renowned and self-taught Alberta based artist Bernie Brown, and will be featured among many others displayed at the Ponoka Stampede Western Art and Gift Show, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 daily June 28 to July 1 at the Arena Complex. As well as at the annual art auction on Monday, June 30 at 4:00 p.m. in the Stagecoach Saloon. Both are dedicated to the ongoing promo-tion of the art community, as well as for the viewing pleasure of the public.

Local artist Inge Sybrandi, who designed and completed the spectacu-lar western mural at our new Calnash Ag-Event Centre has been promoting the Stampede Art Show and Auction for the past four years, and is very excited about the upcoming 2014 family attraction. The popular art Show and auction, which has been hosted here for 25 years, encourages and attracts western artists and collec-tors from our local area, throughout

the province, and beyond. During the week of the Ponoka Stampede they are given the exciting opportu-nity to share their amazing skills and artifacts through displays of unique works of paintings, drawings, metals, and more that are all dedicated to our colorful western and native heritage and history. Visitors are welcome to browse through the many displays,

Photo submitted

This wonderful photo features the initial march of the North West Mounted Police from Manitoba to Fort Whoop-up in 1874 to defend and bring new laws to the western plains. The straggling column of 300 men and equipment took two grueling months to reach the junction of the Bow and Belly Rivers in Alberta. Some of these troops, under the direction of Captain Ostell built and defended the historic Fort Ostell near Ponoka during the Riel Rebellion.

Photo submittedFormer World Professional Chuck wagon Association driver, perennial champion, and promoter Dallas Dorchester and his team are featured in this amazing pencil drawing fashioned by Bernie Brown for the 2014 Ponoka Stampede. The theme of this year’s thrilling showdown from June 25 to July 1 is the ‘Year of the Horse’.

2014 Ponoka Stampede salutes

chuckwagon legend2014 marks 78 years

for the Ponoka Stampede, and

this year’s annual poster proudly honours Dallas

Dorchester, one of most respected and successful drivers

in the history of the World Professional

Chuckwagon Association


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OpinionHow to

read acts of violence

There has been a lot news of violence on TV over the past week, including the more than 30-hour lockdown in Moncton, a shooting incident in Seattle and latest as of the writing, an in-cident in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday.

So is it just that we hear more of these violent shootings and killings because the communication technology has improved or is it simply the fact that these incidents have begun to spread?

If it is the latter, what is the explanation?It is a fact that the wealthy and prosperous so-

cieties in the west have grown numb for a long time now to the news of violence coming from the Middle East, South Asia and Africa; the news-rooms of most broadcast media just mention those incidents in passing, paying lip service, as it were, to reports of violence in poorer regions of the world and print media, only if they need copy to fill some space.

But when it comes to incidents closer to home, where they hurt most, we remain glued to TV screens for days to get as many details as possible from the armies of reporters assigned to provide coverage from as many angles as possible.

Ironically, the violence in the poorer, less de-veloped societies of those far-away lands has a much easier and plausible explanation: It is most-ly desperation with a lot of brainwashing involved.

Having lived in several of those less developed countries and witnessed the levels of poverty and misery that people have to endure throughout their lives, I can vouch that it is not very difficult to acknowledge the suitability of the circumstances

Mustafa EricEditor

to breed anger, rage and, consequently, violence when people, particularly the young who have a lot of energy but noth-ing to look forward to resort to violence in the hope of changing the world and achieving martyrdom, a sacred stature in Islam.

Of course, the naivety of the youth just facilitates the brainwashing by the old and shrewd to use the energy and in-nocence of the former to score against what they perceive to be the “decadence of the west”.

But what about the west, itself? First an observation: We don’t hear

of similar incidents taking place in west-ern European countries, at least not in the frequency and intensity as in North America.

Secondly, from a purely statistical standpoint, in North America, particular-

ly in Canada, these incidents have been on the rise over the last few years.

So is it fair to conclude that it is not the exuberant consumerism of the west that leads to those personal breakdowns, which result in expression of exaspera-tion through random killings and that they are just individual outbursts without a possible sociological explanation?

But then the question is why these individual outbursts are increasing in number, even in Canada, a country, which has come to be known for the tolerance and compassion of its people.

Are we unwittingly creating circum-stances whereby we are letting people become desperate in their search for a better life?

The conventional wisdom is that if people have hope, if they can realistically believe that they have a good chance to

achieve a decent living standard within an embracing community, they will not develop the fury that might ultimately lead to violent outbursts.

If that is the case, are we in North America, as one of the wealthiest societ-ies in the world, failing our own people?

The answers to such questions are not easy to find and it might take years of research and study to establish any behavioural patterns that might or might not link the perpetrators of the acts of violence in terms of their social/family backgrounds, levels of achievement or personal traits.

But one thing is certain: it is probably time to start to look at these incidents against a wider social/economic/cultural background instead of just treating them as individual criminal acts of violence.

Is our justice system really neutral?Dear Editor,

Recently I attended a bail hearing. Like our political system, arguments are made and questions are raised in court by one side and then challenged with arguments and questions from the oth-er side. That is the function of our centuries old court system. Both the crown prosecu-tor and the lawyer for the defense hopefully try to present the best case possible.

Like our parliamenta-ry system though, sometimes arguments move from specific details to a hypothesis around which the facts are built. Some of those hypotheses might offer a helpful framework around which a case can be built. Sometimes, though, the hypoth-esis might infer some kind of stereotype or prejudice. The latter is what I believe hap-pened in the bail hearing I attended.

When a prosecutor infers that a defen-dant comes from an environment in which the incidence of violence is high and where gang activity is prevalent, something the defendant might have no control over, and argues that those are good reasons among others not to grant bail, does this suggest some kind of stereotyping or bias?

For me, this suggests social or racial profiling a controversial method of select-

ing social characteristics without evidence of wrong doing.

Although, fortunately, the judge ac-knowledged the facts and arguments of the defense and granted bail, I wonder how much bias occurs in our justice system where people are stereotyped based on in-come level, ethnicity and plainly just living on the wrong side of the tracks.

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REMINDER The deadline for written Property Assessment Appeals is June 30, 2014. Remember you can only appeal your assessment – not the tax amount.

Call 403-783-0127 for more information.Taxes Are Due on June 30, 2014. Avoid late penalties and pay on time!

Ponoka TriathlonPonoka Triathlon - Sunday June 15. Check in at 10am at the Aquaplex, Race Starts at 11am. Come out and cheer on the participants!

Cardboard – 2 monthsCotton glove – 3 monthsOrange peels – 6 monthsPlywood – 1-3 yearsWool sock – 1-5 yearsMilk cartons – 5 yearsCigarette butts – 10-12 yearsLeather shoes – 25-40 years

Tinned steel can – 50 yearsFoamed Plastic cups – 50 yearsRubber-Boot sole – 50-80 yearsAluminum cans – 200-500 yearsPlastic bottles – 450 yearsDisposable diapers – 550 yearsMonofi lament fi shing line – 600 yearsPlastic Bags 200-1000 years

Part Time Employment OpportunityPonoka Jubilee Library requires a student (age 15 or older) to fi ll the position of Page. This position off ers 15 hours every two weeks (some evenings and Saturdays required). The duties include: shelving; shelf-reading; shifting books; assisting staff with special projects; and occasional library detective work. The position will start within the second last week of June. If you are interested in becoming the library’s newest team member please forward your resumes by June 13th to: David Tremblay, Ponoka Jubilee Library. Box 4160, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1R6, Email: [email protected]

Library ActivitiesFLOWER ARRANGING CLASS: On Saturday June 21st, Ponoka Jubilee Library is hosting a Flower Arranging Class! From 12:00-3:00 you will be learning how to build your own mixed vase arrangement; personalizing it to make it really special to you. Cost is $65.00/person and includes a full fl ower bouquet, arrangement instructions & items needed for arranging. There are ONLY TWO spots left, so please come to the Library to sign up today! Bring your beautiful summer fl owers indoors!COMMUNITY GARDEN: Ponoka Jubilee Library is starting a Community Garden and we need your help. It’s time to do some planting! On Friday June 13th, starting at 2:00 pm, we will be fi lling our garden beds with beautiful fl owers and production crops. Anyone who would like to come help plant would be greatly appreciated; please wear proper gardening clothes & sunscreen, bring water to stay hydrated & bring your gardening tools. Also, if you have any extra plants or fl owers you would like to donate to be planted please bring them by the Library at 5110 48 Avenue by Friday morning. We will be posting updates about the Community Garden on Facebook, so ‘Like’ us to stay up to date!Summer Reading Program at Ponoka Jubilee LibraryCome have fun this summer making crafts, playing games and winning prizes!Register your child (ages 5-12) at the Ponoka library this month. Program runs July 3rd to August 21th. Registration Dates are June 16th to June 27th. Fee is $5 a child, $10 for a family of 4 children or $15 for a family of 5 or more children for the whole summer! For more information contactHaley Amendt at (403) 783-3843 or by email at [email protected]

Aquaplex & Recreation Update:The Splash Park is scheduled to open on Monday, June 16th pending Alberta Health Services Water Test Results.Get your stampede Schedule - July 1st Canada Day Stat hours 2-4pm family swim, 4-6pm Public swim. Summer Schedule available.Are You An Artist? The Aquaplex is searching for a local artist to design a mural for the vacant wall above the whirl pool. The design should incorporate the town`s ideals, and spirit. Deadline for a design is July 31st. Drop off at the pool.Ponoka Recreation Facility Sponsorship Opportunity Are you interested in sponsoring on of the Town’s recreation facilities such as the Arena, Aquaplex, Sport Fields or Mini Golf? For more information on the exciting opportunity, contact Wes Amendt, Director of Community Servicesat 403-783-0118.

Coff ee With CouncilThursday, June 12, 9 a.m. at Tim Horton’s. The fi rst 50 coff ees are free!!

Next Town Council MeetingsJune 23 (Monday) @ 7:00 pm

Committee of the Whole – June 19 @ 7:00pm

Visit our website: www.ponoka.ca for a copy of the agenda.

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Agencies have little time to take advantage of a federal grant program that is aimed at benefitting seniors.

Mayor Rick Bonnett told coun-cillors on May 27 about a Seniors New Horizons grant program that provides funding to community-based projects following five specific criteria: • Promoting volunteerism among se-niors and other generations.• Engaging seniors through mentor-ing others.• Expanding awareness of elder abuse.• Supporting social participation and inclusion of seniors. • Providing capital assistance for

new and existing projects.There is funding of $25,000 per

year per community group but the deadline of July 4 is coming up fast, explained Bonnett. He feels groups such as Family and Community Sup-port Services (FCSS) might be able to take advantage of it.

He said he had received the no-tice from the office of Blaine Calkins May 27 and was hoping community groups could know about it.

“We could certainly add it to our community contact list,” said Wes Amendt, director of community ser-vices.

“We’ve gotta get on it right away,” added Betty Quinlan, assis-tance CAO for the Town of Ponoka.


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The Ponoka Outreach School is offering a Summer School Program for high schoo l credit courses this year. The program wi l l run for three weeks, July 2nd to July 22nd , 9:00 A.M.— 3:00 P.M. Full day attendance required. . Registration forms are currently avai lable and students may begin courses once registered. Last day for registration: Non-Diploma courses : Tuesday, July 2 Diploma Courses: Phone school immediately NOTE: Al l diploma courses, especia l ly Engli sh and Social , must be at least ha lf complete before summer school starts. Please contact the schoo l for detai ls . Please cal l 403-783-5464 for an appointment to meet with Mr. Lewis. Application forms are avai lable at the Outreach School at:

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Success co-ordinator looks to improve FNMI educationBY AMELIA NAISMITH

Wolf Creek Public Schools’ (WCPS) newly appointed FNMI (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) student success co-ordinator position has contin-ued to rapidly evolve, despite the role not officially coming into effect until September, 2014.

For an extended period of time, there have been concerns regarding FNMI students’ schooling and futures. From a seemingly apathetic attitude to-ward education on the part of some of the students to other priorities and cultural obstacles, success co-ordinator Shelagh Hagemann has her work cut out for her, changing the mindset of the FNMI stu-dents, their community and of those outside the FNMI culture.

“It’s really important that we look at what works in our district . . . we have to look at our lo-cation and our relationship with Maskwacis,” said Hagemann.

Hagemann gave a presentation to the WCPS board of trustees Wednesday, June 4, informing them of the huge amounts of work that needed to be embraced by the division as a whole.

Within Alberta, 40 per cent of FNMI fami-lies have reported an annual income of less than $22,000 compared to the 22 per cent of other Al-bertan families. Also, 40 to 50 per cent of FNMI youths under 14 years old come from single parent household as opposed to 12 per cent of the rest of the province.

WCPS dropout rates are higher than the provincial three-year average. However, the number of students re-turning after those three years to complete their education is on the rise.

“I have always said First Nations students do better on a four or five year plan,” said Hagemann. She added that those extra years don’t only apply to FNMI students; there are many youths who need to learn at a differ-ent pace in order to find their own successes.

Regarding Provin-cial Achievement Tests (PATs), WCPS First Nations students cur-rently sit below the provincial level of ac-ceptable standard, and it is the same with di-plomas.

“We have a low population of First Na-tions students writing,” said Hagemann, refer-ring to the PATs.

In 2009 no FNMI students within the di-vision wrote exams in the higher math and science class streams. However, in recent years that number is also increasing.

Hagemann ex-plained to the board that the statistics used are slightly skewed be-

cause they only apply to those students who have declared themselves as First Nations.

While the numbers look “terrible” next to the province’s, Hagemann says the students are making headway. “Actually we’re having some success.”

Hagemann and members of the board feel it is the style of the exams, and a cultural rift the FNMI

students may feel while writing that can lead to low scores. “In order for us to help these people they need more than just an Anglophone exam,” said trustee Bob Huff.

“The success of students can be based on PATs and diplomas, but not of these alone. We need to dig deeper,” said Hagemann.

Part of her new role is to explore into the prob-lem of a lack of communication between schools and First Nations communities and the disengage-ment of the students. She wonders if these issues may be some of the root causes of low FNMI at-

Registration for Town School Bus

2014-15 School YearTown School Busing will be available in Lacombe, Ponoka and Blackfalds

for the 2014-15 school year. Town students must re-register each year. Registrations must be done online at website at: www.wolfcreek.ab.ca, click on the

Busing link.

Payment for busing (under 2.4 kilometers from school) must be arranged prior to students being able to ride a bus. Seats are available on a rst-registered, rst-

served basis. Late registrations will be put on a waiting list. Rural students who are new to busing must also register online.

Registration Deadline: is June 30TH, 2014 Installment Plan of three equal payments is available.

Payment dates are August 1st 2014, September 1st 2014 and October 1st 2014

Fees:Grades 1 to 12 $ 425.00 per rider ($141.67/payment)Kindergarten $ 212.50 per rider ($70.84/payment)Family Plan $ 850.00 3 or more (283.34/payment)

** Residence over 2.4 km from school - No fee** Bus passes sold for a full school year only

Please visit our website or call the of ce at 403-785-0726 for any questions you may have.

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tendance. Hagemann also feels there are cul-

tural obstacles that can lead to a lack of attendance. For some of the students cultural ceremonies and the Powwow circuit, which can take the students all over North America, sometimes take precedence over school.

In First Nations culture, a death in the family can keep a student out of school for four days or more. With a week behind them and multiple classes to catch up on, the board said the pressure can be disheartening and students — not just FNMI youth — tend to give up and fall even further behind.

As the FNMI student success co-ordinator, Hagemann had a few recommendations for superintendant

Larry Jacobs that could provide the support FNMI students need.

Hagemann recommends Jacobs and the school board hold WCPS staff more accountable to the idea of taking extra steps to include FNMI culture in the schools. “We need to make sure we’re developing profes-sionally . . . if you don’t understand the culture you won’t be able to move forward.”

She is also looking to create a Wisdom and Guidance Committee, consisting of elders, school board members, parents, school social workers, and Hagemann herself to properly incorporate the culture into the curriculum without offense.

“In order for us to help these people they need more than just an Anglophone exam,”

trustee Bob Huff


PONOKA STAMPEDE PARADE CATEGORIES1. PROFESSIONAL: an entry built by a professional.2. NON-PROFESSIONAL: an entry built by volunteers to represent a business.3. NON-COMMERCIAL: an entry representing a community organization, built by volunteers.4. MOUNTED: any group or individual mounted on horses, mules, etc.5. 4-H: any 4-H group - beef, dairy, horse clubs, mechanics, etc.6. HEAVY HORSE HITCH: an entry featuring heavy horses.7. LIGHT HORSE HITCH: an entry such as horse & buggy, using regular horses to pull.8. OLD-TIME: any entry representing the past, (carts, buggies) non-motorized.9. ANTIQUE: any antique motorized vehicle.10. DECORATED CARS: cars of any age, 80% decorated.11. COMEDY & NOVELTY: an entry with humorous theme.12. SPORTS & RECREATION: any group from a sports or recreation activity or organization.13. CHILDREN’S: includes carts, decorated bikes, novelty items.14. BEST MARCHING BAND15. BEST NON-MARCHING BAND16. TOWNS, CITIES, VILLAGES: any entry representing a town, city , etc.17. COMPLIMENTARY: any entry which does not wish to be judged.

PONOKA STAMPEDE PARADE GUIDELINES1. Entries should be at the Arena marshalling area before 9:00 a.m. to be judged. Entries should be totally assembled and participants ready to be judged.2. The Parade Committee reserves the right to refuse access to the Parade to any entry deemed unsuitable, or dangerous.3. An ambulance and tow truck will be on standby in case of any emergency.4. Entries must not deviate from the established parade route unless directed by a police officer or parade official. 5. No smoking or alcoholic beverages are allowed on parade entries.6. Items such as candy, balloons, etc. may be given out to spectators by “Walkers” who accompany the fl oat and hand out treats from a safe distance by using small bags or pails. There is to be NO THROWING OF CANDY from fl oats for safety’s sake.7. All entries should be 80% decorated and decorations securely fastened. 8. Any individuals under 16 driving quads or garden tractors are only to drive on the parade route. 9. Along the parade route you may encounter travelling parade marshals who have the authority to ask you to slow down, speed up, etc.

YOUR COOPERATION IS APPRECIATED TO HELP MAKETHE PARADE SAFE FOR EVERYONE!

78th Annual Ponoka Stampede ParadeFriday, June 27 beginning at 10 a.m.

2014 Theme: Salute to Year of the HorseJUDGING AT 9:00 A.M. SHARP

STAMPEDE PARADE ENTRY FORM

Name of Individual or Organization: _________________________________

Mailing Address: _______________________________ Ph: _____________

Town/City: ______________________________Postal Code: ____________

Category You Are Entering: (must be fi lled out) _____________________________

Description of Entry: ___________________________ Fax No__________________

Number of Participants: _____ Special Needs (if any): _________________

Deadline for entries is

June 25, 2014

PARADE BEGINS AT 10 A.M. SHARP - RAIN OR SHINEMarshalling takes place in front of the arena complex

(4410-54 St.)

The 3-mile long Ponoka Stampede Parade is making plans for the78th Annual Parade. We would like you to be a part of this exciting event at the famous Ponoka Stampede. Your entry would add greatly to the quality and variety of our well-known parade. Please fi ll out the attached entry form and plan on having a great time

at both the parade and the Ponoka Stampede.

PARADE DIRECTOR - GREG GORDONRodeo Office: Box 4336, Ponoka, AB, T4J 1R7

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Our favourite memories of dear old dadAs another Father’s Day rolls around

on Sunday, June 15, those of us who are lucky enough to be proud dads and grand-pas will hopefully gather together with as many of our flock as possible, or sit around the kitchen table and chat on the phone or Skype or whatever with our loved ones who cannot make it for the age old occasion of pampering the papas. Wherever we may meet for the celebration, we will share the precious memories, try to keep up with the grandchildren, and then all sample some of the best delights from mom’s age old recipe book, cooked to perfection by our King of the neighbourhood barbecue circuit.

Throughout our life, on any given day, we have always wondered where is dad to-day? Likely at work, but often at the golf course, at the bank cursing the ATM ma-chine, on top of the house trying to hook up the dish before the game, under the car watching the oil drip, out with the boys, or at the hardware store bragging to a total stranger about his kids. No matter what age we are, and how busy we might be, we always look forward to a warm welcome from everyone, including the dog, when we arrive at home, as long as we aren’t late, or haven’t missed a pre-planned parental duty appointment. How great it has been over the years, and always should be, to share quality time together with family and friends, and here is a special tribute to dads and grand-pas everywhere, who can just go ahead and give themselves a big pat on the back, and then sit back and have a cool one. We will be sending my 95-year-old dad in Victoria a

box full of his favourite treats for Father’s Day, which I am sure he will share with Jean.*A man never stands as tall as when he kneels to help a child.*Every father should remem-ber that one day his children will follow his example in-stead of his advice.*There are three stages of a man’s life: He believes in San-ta Claus, he doesn’t believe in Santa Claus, and when he is Santa Claus.*When a young lad asks his father to help him find the least common denominator in his math problem homework he will quick-ly reply.....’Don’t tell me that it still hasn’t been found...they were looking for it when I was a kid.’ *Dads, although occasionally gruff or grumpy, have big hands but soft hearts, give really good whisker rubs, will eventually break down and let you use the car or un-derstand your friends or dates, might be late but always make it to the game or the con-cert, can build anything or fix toys if you ask nicely, and although not on television or in the movies, are their children’s unsung, often shy, heroes on most occasions. *Once we have achieved grandpa status, we are referred to by the younger generation as ‘old and wrinkled super dads.’*The greatest gift that fathers can give to their children is to love their mother.

*It doesn’t matter who our father was, it matters who we remember he was.

A tribute to our dad.

When we were just a tiny kid

Do you remember whenThe times you kissed my

bruisesOr cleaned my soiled chinYou scrambled for the

balls we hit (short-winded more than not)

Yet every time we’d play a game, you’d praise the ‘outs’ and the ‘hits’ we made

It seems like only yester-day, you wiped away our tears

And late at night when we called your name, you chased away our fears

Though time has changed your hand-some grip, your hug will always be the same

Your hair may be now snowy white, your gait is just a little slower now, and thick glasses help your sight

Oh, as sons and daughters we thirst for those precious years gone by

We long to once again be that growing boy or girl, reliving all of those precious memories of growing up with dad

Great nations with some strange

habits

*Only in America do drugstores make the sick walk all the way to be back of the store to get their prescriptions while the healthy people can buy cigarettes at the front*Only in America do people order double

cheeseburgers, large fries, and a diet coke*Only in America do the banks leave both doors open but chain their pens to the coun-ter*Only in America do we leave our cars worth thousands of dollars in the driveway because we have put a lot of our useless junk in the garage

Whatever the case, this is still the great-est place in the world to live, so just go ahead and have a great week, all of you…

Mike RainoneHammertime

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Ponoka Secondary Campus graduates watch on as speakers honour their accomplishments June 6 during the school’s graduation ceremony. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

PSC graduates and parents celebrate four years of accomplishments


Parents, families and friends converged on the Curling Rink June 6 to celebrate the hard work and dedication of 120 students, who themed their graduation Time of Our Lives.

It was also a night for principal Ian Rawlinson to speak to the graduates and jokingly challenge them on that theme.

He pointed out the many changes students had to face over the course of the last four years. “You have endured four years of hard construction, you have had no gym, no shops and at times, no class-rooms.”

Changes were something PSC students have seen on a regular basis, from losing the sciences area and the gym to getting the Grades 7 and 8 classes, explained Rawlinson.

“You have been part of a massive change; from classrooms to instructional spaces, from a high school to a junior/senior high; from PCHS (Ponoka Composite High School) to PSC; from the ‘Comp’ to the ‘Camp,’” he stated.

Despite the big changes in their lives, Rawl-inson feels students handled these last four years of tumultuous events well considering everything they had to deal with.

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continued from page 10He sang a rousing rendition

of Bob Dylan’s The Times They Are A-Changin’, and suggests the lyrics sum up what students need to do, which is to embrace the change or “get out of the way.”

Innovators such as Apple Computers founder, Steve Jobs and Microsoft founder Bill Gates made significant chang-es that have affected the way students learn and Rawlinson suggested the graduates should be grateful for those changes.

“If we have taught you one thing, it is hopefully how to move through life, living in constant change, and at times chaos,” he said.

Valedictorian provides

cheerful speech

PSC valedictorian, Clinton Rodney, humourously surprised everyone with a photo selfie of himself and the crowd to start off his speech.

Rodney took the time to first honour PSC teachers who “live to teach.”

“They were always there to give extra help (and) congratulate on our achievements,” he said.

Rodney took a light-hearted approach to his speech and told fun an-ecdotes about teachers but also mixed in some serious thoughts about Ponoka and growing up in this community.

“We’re proud of our town and all that it has given us, even though it may not be the cen-tre of the universe. I’m certain that these tools, gained through our PSC education, will al-low us to overcome any impedance that we face in the future,” said Rod-ney.

He used a well-known quote by Dr. Seuss as an inspira-tion for him and for the graduates. “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.”

Rodney suggested graduates never under-estimate themselves and their talents.

“Be bold, but accept criticism, because the only way to avoid it is to do nothing, say noth-ing, and be nothing,” stated Rodney.

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Montana First Nations Chief Brad Rabbit speaks to graduates and parents June 6 during Ponoka Secondary Campus’s graduation ceremony.



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SATURDAY JUNE 21 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

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Ponoka Drop-In ActivitiesPonoka Drop-In Activities5015 – 46 Avenue5015 – 46 Avenue

Gospel Music Night - Sunday June 15 - 7pm “The NewSong Band” Season Finale! Admission $5.00 (at door)

What is Pickleball? A racket sport similar to badminton & tennis. Join the Drop In group at the Scott Seaman Outdoor Rink (by the arena) Thursday evening at 7pm

Monday Billiards 9:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday 50 cents per game. Honor system.Monday Bridge 1:00 p.m. - continues through summerMonday Whist 1:30 p.m. - continues through summerTuesday and Thursday Exercise class 9:30 a.m. Last session June 12 until fallTuesday Shuffl eboard - See you in SeptemberWednesday Sewing Guild 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday Cribbage 1:00 p.m. continues through summerWednesday Duplicate Bridge 7:00 p.m.Wednesday Floor Curling - See you in SeptemberThursday Weaving 1:00 p.m. Phone Betty @ 783-3029. Welcome-drop-in to see how it’s doneThursday Bridge 1:00 p.m. - continues through the summerThursday Art Club – Noon to 4:00 p.m.Thursday Pickle Ball 7:00 p.m. Continues through the summer!Friday “500” 1:00 p.m. continues through summer

Memberships still available. $10.00 person. To rent our facility contact Dorothy @ 403-783-3027 or George @ 403-783- 3514 or leave a message @ 403-783-5012. Rentals are increasing and we would like to invite our town administration, business groups, and general public (Wedding, funeral, and Birthday groups), to inquire about rentals services and prices early in their planning. We may fi t your bill!

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Honours and awards for PSC

graduating classBY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE

There were 28 awards handed out during the Ponoka Secondary Campus graduation ceremonies June 6, which filled the Ponoka Curling Rink to capac-ity.

Dignitaries such as Ponoka-La-combe MLA Rod Fox; Jayson Lovell, assistant superintendent of people ser-vices; Montana First Nations Chief Brad Rabbit and Lorrie Jess, Wolf Creek Public Schools trustee congratulated students on their accomplishments.

“I just want to extend congratula-tions to the graduating class of 2014,” said Rabbit.

He and family members honoured the graduates with a song and some at-tendees stood up in respect of Rabbit’s singing.

Jess said the graduating theme, Time of Our Lives, reminded her of when she was a student. At the time she did not feel she was actually having a good time, trudging to school to learn subjects that bored her. However, Jess said while high school was indeed a challenge, she found that life was full of surprises.

“So graduates, trust me when I tell you the best is yet to come,” Jess said.

One of the awards of the night was the Principal’s Award. Principal Ian Rawlinson said there are two graduates who he feels had an impact on him per-sonally. The first was Tommy Malcolm.

“The first is a student who is always asking us how he can help, what needs to be done, says good morning every day,” said Rawlinson.

He feels Malcolm understands the importance of kindness and helping oth-ers.

The other student who received the award is Emily Jeffries. “The sec-ond taught me to fight, that sometimes things are more important than school, work, careers and all the things we think are important, in essence, sometimes, are not.”

There were 19 First Nations gradu-

ates this year. Full PSC graduates award list

• Birchland Dental Clinic Scholarship: Ceyana Archibald, $500 for tuition• Mitchell Family Bursary Award: Brit-tany Miller and Austyn Nagribianko, $500• Mecca Glen Parent Council Scholar-ship: Daniel Patrick, $500• Brandon Scur Memorial Scholarship: Shane Epp, $500• Will’s Welding Scholarship: Damon Dinsmore, $500• Ponoka Kinette Award: Emily Jacobs, $500• Mrs. Juliea Ness (Nee Despiegelaere) Scholarship: Kyi Metzger and Jaime Sweet, $750 (each)• Riverside Legacy Scholarship: Maddi-son Pearman, $500• Corkery Student Leadership Award: Shelbey Merrill, $500• Friends of Crestomere Scholarship: David Luce, $500• Russell Peterson Memorial Award: Samuel Hubert, $500• Sunny 94 Scholarship: Garrett Hall, $625• Ponoka Lion’s Club Award most im-proved student: David Luce. $500• Ponoka Lion’s Club Award general proficiency: Clinton Rodney. $500• Tom Butterfield Creating Cowboys Scholarship: Keely Bonnett and Jennifer Massing, $500 (each)• Ryan Kinley Memorial Scholarship: Jared Davis, $500• Registered Apprenticeship Program Awards: Damon Dinsmore (Will’s Weld-ing), Kelsey Gartner (Alberta Flares), Cody Krenzler (Reflections on 66), Dustin Sejdl (Vleeming Construction), Ruger Dye (Fortis), Blade Christensen (Integra Tire), Nicholas Williams (TnT Electric and Controls), Jarett Perry (KJ’s Repair Service), Dustin Bell (Workman Electric), Chase Staldeker (JV Driver’s Fabrications) $1,000 each scholarship through Alberta Apprenticeship and In-dustry Training Board


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Outreach awards: Joshua Crier receives the Posi-tive Attitude award at the Ponoka Outreach School’s 12 annual awards ceremony and banquet, June 4 with Outreach School instructor Shel-agh Hagemann.

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Members of the Ponoka Legion commemorated the 70th anniversary of D-Day June 6 at the Cenotaph near the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre.


Legion commemorates 70th anniversary of D-Day


To commemorate the 70th anniver-sary of D-Day, the Ponoka Legion hosted a ceremony June 6 at the Cenotaph by the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre.

Dignitaries such as Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Rod Fox, Mayor Rick Bonnett, Ponoka County Reeve Paul McLauchlin and county Coun. Bryce Liddle came to show their respect.

D-Day; one of the most important milestones of the WWII in 1944 was the June 6 invasion of Normandy by Allied forces to gain a tactical advantage over German-occupied western Europe.

Canadians’ involvement on

D-Day

Historians recognize the invasion as a major contribution to the Allied victory in the Second World War, but the operation came at a cost: more than 12,000 Allied soldiers died in the effort.

Planning for the operation started almost a year earlier and required approxi-mately 156,000 British, U.S. and Canadian troops for the first wave of attacks.

The 3rd Canadian Infantry Division, a total of 14,000 soldiers, invaded Juno Beach in coordination with the Normandy invasion and lost 340 in the attack. Anoth-er 574 were wounded and historians have stated Juno Beach was one of the most fiercely defended beaches next to Omaha Beach.

Albert Colquhoun, friend of Legion president Sybil Evans, was asked to speak on the events that transpired on that fate-ful day. Colquhoun said the soldiers’ task was not easy.

“The Allies knew what was waiting for them and they knew it was not going to be pretty,” said Colquhoun .

He provided recollections from sol-diers involved, which painted a realistic picture of what they had to endure.

Memoirs from Cliff Chadderton, a soldier with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles, discusses the overwhelming task they faced when training. Chadderton says: “The men of the infantry and tank regi-ments chosen for the invasion simply had to disregard what lay ahead. We just dug in, trained harder, determined to do what

some were saying would be impossible.”For Colquhoun, this was a testament

of fortitude. “And if that attitude isn’t em-blematic of Canadian resolve, then I don’t know what is,” he said.

He read another memoire from Jim Wilkins of the First Battalion Queen’s Own Rifles B Company. Wilkins ex-plained in grim detail what the first wave of soldiers endured when arriving at Juno Beach.

“Soon we are only 500 yards from the beach and are ordered to get down. Minutes later the boat stops and begins to toss in the waves. The ramp goes down and without hesitation my section leader, Cpl. John Gibson, jumps out well over his waist in water. He only makes a few yards and is killed,” stated Wilkins.

Colquhoun said despite the toll on sol-diers’ lives, the Canadian troops were able gain tactical advantage on the beach.

“The fighting they endured was fierce and frightening but the outcome was un-deniable. This astonishing and brilliant assault had succeeded,” said Colquhoun.

The Last Post and a moment of silence followed the ceremony at the cenotaph. Then Legion members closed the cer-emony with refreshments at the Ponoka Legion branch.

Mayor Bonnett feels remembering D-Day is vital. “It’s important for the fact that if they wouldn’t have done that in 1944, we wouldn’t be here now.”

Reeve McLauchlin is proud of the Canadian forces and their dedication that day. “It’s a pivotal moment in World War II.”

MLA Rod Fox suggests that freedom comes at a cost and he feels the Canadian forces were a big part of what made the invasion of Normandy a success. “The lessons of history teach us, guide us and make us stronger.”

Sybil Evans, president of the Legion said this ceremony is something that keeps in line with the Legion’s goal to honour and remember Canadian soldiers. “Lest we forget.”

She is pleased with community sup-port.

“I think as the years go by, it’s not taken for granted anymore,” said Evans.


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Tim Hortons staff member Irene Soosay smiles as she passes out a Camp Day coffee cup June 4 to customer Irene Baliant. The fundraising effort raised more than $5,000 in Ponoka.


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This year’s Tim Hortons Camp Day fundraiser brought in more than $5,200 that will enable two Ponoka youths to travel to a Tim Hortons Chil-dren’s Foundation youth camp.

The proceeds from every coffee sold at Tim Hortons across the coun-try June 4 went towards the founda-tion, which aims to provide children an opportunity to attend a summer camp.

The fundraiser earned $500 more than last year, which had co-owners and brothers Wayne and Darrell Marsden excited.

They knew things were going well when by 9:30 a.m. the store sold 2,500 coffees and they were already $15 ahead from the same time last year. Wayne was pleased to see such support from the community. “The town, they get behind what we’re doing.”

Darrell has toured a camp in Ontario and was imme-diately impressed with the programs, beauty and location available to youths. “It’s abso-lutely impressive.”

Youths, who are normally shy, tend to come out of their shells, added Wayne, who feels it is a good opportunity for kids to develop team-building skills.

“It’s not about fill-ing our pockets, it’s about helping the kids,” said Wayne.

The brothers invited individuals from the community to come help out and throughout the day police, victims services staff and EMS workers came to help out selling the Camp Day donation cards. RCMP Staff Sgt. Cam-eron Chisholm and Mayor Rick Bonnett also took time to assist during the fundraiser.

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Thursday, June 12*English 30 Diploma Exam Part ANight school—Mrs. Cooke and Mr. Halbert

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Ermineskin High School recognizes award winnersBY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ermineskin Junior and Senior High School held its end of the year Awards Night on Thurs-day, May 29 at the school gym recognizing the achievements of students from all grades through-out the academic year.

In a festive atmosphere, students were awarded with medals and certificates and they heard some words of wisdom from the guest speaker, Wilton Littlechild, the first ever First Nations member to have received a law degree in Alberta and former Wetaskiwin MP.

Addressing the students, Littlechild appealed to them to be always grateful to others, including bus drivers who transport them to school every-day. He also called on them not to be afraid of dreaming and setting themselves high objectives. “No one else can set a limit on you other than yourself,” he said.

Littlechild also advised the youth to be mind-ful of the four aspects of their presence on this world, physical, mental, cultural and spiritual and work with each of this four facets of their lives in balance.

“But this is not easy,” he said, “in order to achieve that balance, you have to work hard.” He described this process of achieving the balance as “a formula for winning in life”.

During the awards night, the following stu-dents of the Ermineskin Junior and Senior High

School were recognized for their achievements:Most Improved: Zariah Ward, Lacey Threefin-

gers, Carly Littlechild-Morin Knowledge and Employability: Kean Buf-

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rin, Allie YoungMath Dakota ErmineskinEnglish Language Arts Courage OmeasooSocial Studies Kordell SaddlebackMath Jaylene RoastingScience Vincent BuffaloAttendance Tristen Young (Grade 7), Shelisha

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Junior High Male Athlete of the Year: Aidan Whitebear

Senior High Female Athlete of the Year: Paris Smallboy

Senior High Male Athlete of the Year: Alex Omeasoo

Jim Bowles Award for English Studies Dakota Ermineskin

Cree language program award winners Danika Saddleback, Cree Labelle, Mariah Buffalo, Flower Moonias and Paris Smallboy pose for cameras with their certificates. Photo by Mustafa Eric

Wilton Littlechild, former MP and Honorary Chief of the Mackwacis Cree addresses the stu-dents and their parents during the Ermineskin High School Awards night on Thursday, May 29.

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Josiah Pilon (left) and Dustin Sejdl show off their national level Skills Canada medals.Photo by Amelia Naismith

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After months of mental prepa-ration and hard work, two Ponoka Secondary Campus (PSC) high school students took gold and silver at the Skills Canada Nationals com-petition in Toronto, held June 4 to 7.

Grade 12 student Dustin Sejdl won gold in cabinet making and Grade 11 student Josiah Pilon took silver for secondary carpentry.

As it was the nationals, they were competing agaisnt the best peers Canada can offer. “(It was) stressful. It was a pretty big project to compete in a small amount of time,” said Pi-lon.

A c c o m p a n y i n g PSC staff member Me-lissa Jacobson says the level of competition the boys were up against was intense, and the marking even more so. Alongside being marked on their actual project, the boys were assessed on other areas, such as safety. “They were marked on 1,000 different things,” Ja-cobson said.

Sejdl agrees with his schoolmate the competition was stress-ful, but that does not detract from the plea-sure the event holds. “Once it’s all done, you kind of enjoy it after.”

Both boys made it to the national compe-tition last year, where Pilon won gold for the same category. “There was some other really good guys out there,” he said, referring to his 2014 silver medal.

Last year, Sejdl was awarded silver at the national level. “It’s a really great feeling . . . It’s nice to finally be the best at it.”

As a graduate, this was Sejdl’s last year to compete at the high school level. However, he has the option of continuing in post-sec-ondary. “As long as I’m able to, I will.”

“Even if I don’t compete, I’ll probably volunteer,” he added.

Jacobson added that Sejdl has been contemplating continuing to men-tor other cabinetmakers within the school to keep the Skills Canada program alive.

Another mentor who showed up to support the boys’ journeys was former woods teacher Dietrich Un-ruh. Despite retiring last year, he would pop in every once in a while to lend extra support and help the new and green woods teacher, Jeff Bone, into position.

The boys give great thanks to both their teachers for the aid that helped them earn their medals.

Jacobson is hoping to get even more students to Skills Canada next year in the other categories it covers, including but not limited to photog-raphy, baking, job interviews and automotives. She feels the students just aren’t aware their skills are com-patible with the competition.

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Joe Vickers (centre) and the HooDudes played a number of rollicking songs in a concert at the Jolly Farmer, June 6. Photo by Amelia Naismith

Folk-rocker returns to Jolly FarmerBY AMELIA NAISMITH

The Jolly Farmer was rocking from its wooden floor to its ceiling beams Friday June 6 as a Drum-heller-based folk-rock band provided an evening of entertainment.

Joe Vickers and his accompanying musical friends, the HooDudes, who hail from Alberta’s “rad-lands,” filled the pub with the sounds of a standup bass, a mandolin and a guitar.

Vickers has been making music for the last eight years, usually with his band Audio Rock Tree. However, three years ago, he decided to branch out and create some solo music.

Whether playing solo or in a band, Vickers keeps to a similar style of music, a sound he has a great passion for. “At times it has an old-timey feel, but with a contem-porary folk-rock feel,” he said in an interview.

“I love folk music. Even at bare bone, we’re upright bass, mandolin and acoustic guitar,” he added, stating his musi-cal influences range from bluegrass to rock.

Vickers works hard to create songs that are story driven, as his goal is to impact listeners and take them on a quest. “And I guess my voice would also impact the way it sounds.”

This isn’t the first time Vickers has graced the Jolly Farmer with his voice, he played there two years ago when the build-ing was under different management.

Concert reviewAs Vickers and the

HooDudes struck the first cords to open the concert, it was apparent the patrons of the Jolly Farmer were interested. The establish-ment got quiet, with only the squeak of people bob-bing in their chairs in time with the music.

However, the quiet didn’t last as enthusiastic clapping followed each song and the listeners were encouraged to inter-act with the band.

Vickers clear voice was a pleasure to listen to and both the lyrics and ac-companying instruments kept a good rhythm. He would also add a catch in his voice to certain words, creating dimension to an otherwise smooth section.

The band was en-gaging to watch as their animated body language, especially Vickers, pro-vided a point of interest

and stage presence. The songs had a unique musical un-

derlay, between the dominating acoustic guitar, the thrum of the bass and spice added with the mandolin.

There was a good balance with a variety of songs, ranging from topics of miners pit ponies to the glory of winning

the Allen Cup.In the mix of bittersweet ballads and

faster paced songs blazing the way to keep things from getting too slow, was a flavour of cowboy country thrown in.

At times, the music overpowered the actual singing, but that may come down to a technical concern.


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Mother Nature has finally done it!

She has come along and coloured all the white pages of winter, drawing from her own amazing selection of crayons to bring us a delightful potpourri of greens and blues and purples and, in fact, ev-ery colour and hue of the rainbow.

And, even better, she has refused to stay in the lines, instead just spilling colour every-where.

It’s a good thing, what has happened to our world. And it makes me, even as I head out the door, late, spilling coffee on a freshly laundered white blouse, climbing into a car that has obviously missed the car wash too many times, almost deliriously hap-py.

The sights and sounds and smell of summer are intoxicating, are they not? (even without a sip or two of the bubbly stuff).

Of course, the shoulder season, that time after winter and before spring which seemed to go on for-ever this year, is not so pleasant.

It’s that time when you look at the calendar, sigh, and mutter something

clever and funny about the fact that spring is conspicuous, but only by its absence.

It was during this in-between season that my daughters and I all looked out our kitchen windows at our yards with something akin to horror. There, before our eyes lay a dismal scene; patches of dead things like grass and leaves and left over stalks of flowers lay all forlorn and rejected. Our yards cried of ne-glect and winterkill.

We sigh, turn away and pick up the phone.

“When is he coming?” we ask each other.

He is a family friend. He has a greenhouse. He lives in Saskatche-wan, the land of the living skies. And he brings us ‘stuff’ every year. We don’t know the names of the stuff, we only know a few weeks after he leaves we all end up with flow-ers in our gardens whose beautiful blossoms rival the color of Mother Nature’s crayons.

He is our mobile gardener and without him it seems our green thumbs are broken and useless. When he comes and digs and plants,

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things grow like they are supposed to. When he leaves, our green thumbs are miraculously healed and we manage to water, weed and, as our gardens grow, puff out our chests and take all the credit.

Don’t get me wrong. When he arrives, we try to be helpful. We go out there with him, trailing behind, usually, but not always, carrying a little shovel. We assume an intelligent look and do our best to converse.

“Would you like some of that primula like your mom has,” he asked my youngest daughter.

“Is that a disease?” she asked politely.I heard the conversation from inside the house

and would have rolled on the floor in laughter, ex-

cept I had baby Jacob in my arms, and it probably wasn’t a good idea to roll at that time.

He explained it was a perennial that produces brilliant early clusters of flowers and grows best in partially sunny conditions.

“I would love some,” she said agreeably.Our gardens are planted now. Neat rows of

little plants that are, even as I write this, burying their little roots deep into the freshly rototilled soil.

I walk out the front door, glance at my weed-less garden and offer a smile up to the sun.

I love primula or whatever that stuff is called.It is the color of spring!

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Library Donation: Fort Ostell Chapter IODE Presi-dent, Sylvia Corkery and Treasurer, Nienka Palsma present a donation of $2000.00 to David Tremblay, ac-cepting it on behalf of the Friends of the Ponoka Library. The donation is to contribute to the free library membership initiative. The IODE ladies started the Ponoka Library in 1929.

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Firefighters in training: Kindergarten students at Ponoka Elementary School got a fun tour of the Fire Hall May 29.


Cleaning Up! A happy band of Ponoka volunteers seemed to be enjoying their job and the sunshine to scrape cover graffiti. The walls are on the old James service station along railway avenue down town Ponoka. The group even had the paint mixed to match the old wall color.

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Community garden preparation: Town staff and volunteers helped build planters for the Ponoka Jubilee Library’s community garden June 6. Here librarian David Tremblay helps organize pallets.



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Young athletes at the Ponoka Secondary Campus (PSC) celebrated a year of accomplishments June 9 and thanked coaches for guiding them along the way in their sport.

This was also a good time to recognize the school’s highest athletic awards, Bronc and Athlete of the Year for each grade. Athletic director Scotty MacGregor tried to describe what the honour means.

“What does it mean to be a Bronc? Sometimes it’s hard to describe in words,” said MacGregor.

He likened the two athletic awards to quotes from coaches painted on the new gym wall. MacGregor said there are currently 12 quotes from coaches but not one of them relate the individual coach, rather they de-scribe lessons learned in their careers. “It’s not about the sport.”

MacGregor feels the Bronc and Athlete of the Year awards recognize perseverance, growth and becom-ing a better person. This year is also the first year PSC took on junior high school students, which changed the awards banquet format.

He also thanked young athletes for their patience over the last year as they did not have their own gym where they could play home games. “It took a lot of patience for our athletes and I commend them in this regard.”

Students from many of the different athletic pro-grams at the school came to speak and recognize coaches for being leaders in their respective sport. Young athletes spoke on football, track and field, vol-leyball, basketball, cross country athletics, curling and badminton.

Jared Nicolls spoke on the golf program led by teacher Ron Labrie. Despite the team not winning at

PSC celebrates Broncs athletes’ hard work

Grade 12 senior girls Samantha Jensen and Maddison Pearman hold up their Bronc of the Year awar Athlete of the Year award, respec-tively. They, and other young athletes at Ponoka Secondary Campus celebrated a year of accomplishments June 9.


provincials, Labrie has helped build the program up.

“I just hope that the golf program can continue to be as strong as it has in the past few years,” said Nicolls.

MacGregor acknowledged Nicolls,

who played as a Bronc at four different provincials competitions: golf, badmin-ton, basketball and volleyball. The latter was the only sport Nicolls did not com-pete in a provincials challenge.


Grade 12 senior boys Davis Labrie and Brandt Seibel proudly hold up their Broncs Athlete of the Year award while Jared Nicolls holds up the Athlete of the Year. They, and other young athletes at Ponoka Secondary Campus celebrated a year of accomplishments June 9.



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Another area that regularly sees Broncs athletes in a provincial challenge is in badmin-ton. MacGregor said coach Jim Lank has had a strong record with his team. “Jim’s been able to

send someone to provincials every year.”Team captain for the Broncs senior boys

basketball team Brandt Seibel took some time to thank coach Blaine Haines for bringing the team up over the years. Seibel said a few years ago

the Broncs were not a strong team but Haines’s patience and desire to coach the young athletes brought them in contention for zones and pro-vincials.

Seibel said Haines’s approach was not so

much about winning but more developing the in-dividuals on the team to become united. He feels this was a factor in earning the team a perfect regular season record.

“The team, not the individual, is the cham-pion,” concluded Seibel.

MacGregor closed by saying coaches were consulted on students to be awarded. He said if the coach was a parent to the athlete then they removed themselves from the deci-sion making process.

Young athletes were awarded points for their athletic efforts. The points ranged from 30 to 120 at the highest.

Broncs of the Year (girls then boys):

Grade 7: Shayla En-nis, Owen Feragen

Grade 8: Chloe Lab-rie, Sean Rowland

Grade 9: Regan Cork-ery, Jayden Hageman

Grade 10: Lisa van der Westhuizen, Darcy Hoogers

Grade 11: Shaye Leidenus, Keenan Haines

Grade 12: Samantha Jensen, Davis Labrie and Brandt Seibel

Athletes of the year:Grades 7 and 8 did

not have Athlete of Year awards this year.

Grade 9: Tess Pear-man, Cameron Walsh

Grade 10: Samira Rowland, Ashton Soosay

Grade 11: Daria Leidenus, Tavis Lee

Grade 12: Maddison Pearman, Jared Nicolls

Good horsemanship: Hailey Wickens keeps control of her horse during an American Saddlebred Horse Association of Alberta show last weekend at the ag event centre. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye


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With some sharp losses to end the month of May, many market participants are blaming the end of the calendar month as the reason as funds try to shore up their books and withdraw cash to pay off clients re-questing their investment back. In my opinion though, the fundamentals are still the main factor for markets drop-ping. This is simply the time of the year where the northern hemisphere harvest starts to ramp up and world pro-duction numbers are better known. Com-bine this with the fact that growing condi-tions are pretty decent despite the slow starts as planting paces are near seasonal aver-ages (although western Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan are still very wet). There’s a lack of weather con-cerns not just in North America but all over the world (although that’ll likely change in a few months when the ex-pected El Nino weather pattern makes landfall). U.S. winter wheat condi-tions seem to be stabilizing as rains in the Midwest have helped the crop. While it’s guaranteed now that the crop will still be smaller, conditions are looking pretty good for the U.S. corn and soybean to grow up out of the ground (which would more than make up for less domestic wheat sup-ply available).

Canola is also off its highs from earlier in the month, despite more de-mand slated for the Canadian oilseed. Richardson just completed a $30 million expansion of its Yorkton, SK processer, increasing daily volumes 25 per cent to 3,000 MT. The com-pany, which already has 1.5 million tonnes of annual crush capacity, is considering expanding its Lethbridge plant. Also, as mentioned last week, a

new plant in Quebec with capabilities of up to 500,000 MT of canola a year can also assist in supporting prices, but as mentioned, crop conditions are generally solid right now, which in turn, is seen as bearish. Switching gears, the Canadian Canola Growers Association joined Louis Dreyfus in filing a service complaint with the Canadian Transportation Agency, ar-

guing that the railroads did not fulfill their duty this past crop year. With the Fair Rail for Grain Farmers Act still a hot topic, it’s an interesting move to see a producer organization to levy a service complaint with C.T.A (but kudos to them for stepping up).

Getting political, the Chocolate King of Ukraine, AKA Petro Poroshenko, has been elected as the new President of Ukraine. The new leader comes

into power with already a full plate, what with trying to calm relations with Russia and civil war certainly on the brink in Eastern Ukraine. Across the Black Sea in Egypt, residents have reportedly voted in former military chief Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, one of the main architects behind the aforemen-tioned removal of the last president). Just like Porosehnko, sisi will also have his hands full as Egypt continues to be divided. This news is important because these countries are trying to grow out their instability and more importantly, one is one of the world’s largest grain producer and exporter (Ukraine) while the other (Egypt) is only the world’s biggest wheat buyer so I’d say what happens there politi-cally is pretty important).

To growth,Brennan Turner

President, FarmLead.comBrennan Turner is

originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time work-ing in finance before starting FarmLead.com, a risk-free, trans-parent online and now mobile grain market-place (app available for iOS and Android). His weekly column is a sum-mary of his free, daily market note, the Farm-Lead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email ([email protected]) or phone (1-855-332-7653).

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VJV MARKET REPORTMARKET REPORT JUNE 4, 2014

On Wednesday, June 4, 2014- 1774 head of cattle went through our rings

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D1 - D2 cows 104.00-114.00D3 - D4 cows 90.00-102.00Holstein cows 80.00-100.00Heiferettes 85.00-110.00Bologna Bulls 110.00-135.00Feeder bulls 120.00-140.00

Young Bred CowsOlder Bred Cows 1400.00-1800.00Good Bred Heifers: NONECow/calf pairs (younger) 1700.00-2850.00Cow/Calf pairs (older) 1300.00-1800.00

Rd Bales 30.00-Rd Bales NONERd Bales NONE

Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: 142.00-161.00Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: 170.00-182.00Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: 185.00-201.00Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: 200.00-220.00Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: 220.00-240.00Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: 225.00-250.00Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: 230.00-255.00Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus: 230.00-250.00

Dairy Steers 120.00-140.00Baby Calves Dairy Type: 100.00-Baby Calves Beef Type: 170.00-520.00Hay: Sq Bales 6.25-7.50Straw: Sq. Bales NONEGreenfeed: Sq. Bales. NONE

Heifers 140.00-150.00Heifers 165.00-177.00Heifers 172.00-188.00Heifers 185.00-200.00Heifers 200.00-215.00Heifers 205.00-220.00Heifers 210.00-230.00Heifers 210.00-230.00

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Black Knot is affecting more and more trees in the Ponoka area and should be re-garded as a serious flora problem.

The disease is caused by the fungus Apio-sporina morbosa and commonly affects Amur Cherry, Apricot, Black Cherry, Chokecherry, Dropmore Cherry, Flowering Almond, Japa-nese Plum, Korean Cherry, Mayday Tree, Mongolian Cherry, Nanking Cherry, Pin Cherry, Cultivated Plum, Wild Plum, Prunus Hybrids, Sand Cherry and Sour Cherry trees.

Shayne Steffen, Ponoka County manager of agricultural services says infected trees should have their diseased limbs pruned and heavily infected trees need to be completely removed. The materials should be burned or buried in a landfill and any tools used for pruning or removal should be disinfected be-fore using on another tree

“I have seen the number of Black Knot infected trees growing in the Ponoka area. Some of the infections in the trees are high up so I would recommend using a professional certified arborist for removing

these high up branches,” said Steffen.According to the Alberta Government’s

Agriculture and Rural Development website Black Knot reduces the aesthetic value of in-fected plants, spreads rapidly and may result in the death of the plant.

As the airborne fungi spores land on the tree, a small olive green growth will appear on the tree and if not dealt with, will mature over a two to three year period into a large black, tar-like growth. The growths may rupture and release large amounts of spores into the environment. It may also continue to grow internally and eventually cause death.

When pruning, if the branch is not re-moved beyond the internal infection the fungi can re-grow.

There are other options to combat the disease, such as chemical control or buffer zones between plants, but they aren’t recom-mended.

For more information on Black Knot visit http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/%24department/deptdocs.nsf/all/faq7622.

Airborne fungi infecting trees throughout town


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Awards night for the 4-H Clubs of Ponoka brought all three clubs, east, west and cen-tral together at the Stagecoach Saloon June 8 for a night of rec-

ognition and thanks. The night was an opportu-

nity for 4-H members to receive their cheques from steer buyers and thank them for supporting the club. It was also a time to recognize the efforts of members. Master of ceremonies Joyce Winter also presented a video that the club is entering into a compe-tition with.

The video, titled Why 4-H is Great, is a six minute clip that Winter hopes will win; the 4-H club submitting the winning video will receive a Gord Bam-ford concert in their community. Winter says the most ‘likes’ on Facebook on the video will secure a win.

According to Win-ter, 4-H Alberta will be picking three clubs’ videos and she hopes Ponoka makes the cut.

As for the awards night, Winter enjoys seeing how members have improved. “It’s just nice to see the progress that the kids make from year to year.”

This year was also an opportunity to recognize the club’s youngest members. It is a group called The Cleavers, which intro-duces young members aged six to eight years to 4-H.

“It’s so that they feel a sense of belong-ing,” said Winter.

She feels this will help create a familiar-ity with the club and its

activities. The front stage was full

of trophies, gifts, awards and plaques that slowly started to dwindle over the evening as members received their awards. Members’ accomplishments ranged from good record-book keeping to showmanship and strong judging. Other awards presented recognized good grooming, public speaking and planning and organization.

Winter said the 4-H pro-grams were known worldwide and that she would be chaperon-ing a member exchange trip to Finland with three Alberta 4-H members.

Interclub trophy awards•Grand champion steer: Chase Fleck•Reserve grand champion steer: Colter Bresee•Grand champion carcass:

Matthew Klimec•Grand champion heifer: Ty-son Matejka•Reserve grand champion heifer: Kelli-Rai Sieben •Grand champion cow/calf: Virginia Harvey •Reserve grand champion cow/calf: Tyson Matejka•Junior showmanship: Madi-son Fleck•Intermediate showmanship: Julianna Harvey •Junior grooming: Tade Ton-neson•Intermediate grooming: Juli-anna Harvey •Senior grooming: Virginia Harvey •Top rate of gain county: Madison Fleck •Junior judging award: Dylan Giles•Intermediate judging award: Kristofer Malterer

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4-H members celebrate during their awards night

4-H member Chase Fleck receives numerous awards during the 4-H Club’s annual awards night June 8.


4-H member Colter Bresee receives numerous awards during the 4-H Club’s annual awards night June 8.


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Ponoka Secondary Campus’ junior track team took the championship banner at the June 3 meet.Submitted photo

Ponoka Storm U14 girls are the gold medallists of the Millet Classic Tournament over the weekend of June 7-8. The girls came through the round robin in first place, defeat-ing hosts Millet 4-1 and Cold Lake 1-0 in Saturday matches. Sunday afternoon they faced Cold Lake again and came out on top 2-1. The winning team (back row) Bench Mom Sylvia Sen, Madison McLaren, Kianna Weed, Tasha Kjenner, Melanie Kebel, Ariana Ahtila, coach Greg Bendera, (front row) Bobbie Dykman, Hailey Pettersen, Emma Bendera, Ericka Geneblazo, Mina Shin, Leah Jensen, Nicole Lagarde.

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Ponoka F.C. maintains its zero loss record in the Battle River Men’s Soccer League after their latest 4-1 win in Camrose on Sunday, June 8.

Ponoka’s goals were scored by Josh Si-mons, Bryce Sharpe and Elzard Visscher (2).

Next up for Ponoka is a home game on Sunday June 15 vs. Manluk. Kick-off is 3:00 p.m. at the High School field.

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ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOLMarkus Baitinger takes a flying shot at the Rimbey net to score his third goal on Thursday, June 5. Photo by Mustafa Eric

BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Ponoka’s U16 Storm continue to sweep their opponents with a domi-nating presence and efficient scoring in their league games, regardless of whether they play at home or on the road.

The boys had two away games last week and returned with ever growing scoreboard numbers, gain-ing confidence for their weekend challenge in Camrose, where they will play at the Night Classic tourna-ment against strong teams.

The Storm played their first game on road in Rocky Mountain House on Tuesday, June 3 and defeated the hosts with a score of 8-1.

The lead scorer was Markus Baitinger with five goals, with Jarret Henderson, Hector Ibarra and Rob-ert Wareham adding one each to the tally.

In the next game against Rimbey

on Thursday, June 5, the Storm was literally unstoppable after the first 15 minutes of the game and their goals came one after another in almost rhythmic fashion.

Markus Baitinger and Jarret Hen-derson each scored four with Dillan Bouma adding two and Hector Ibarra and Cameron Walsh one each.

“(In) these two games, we finally started putting the ball in the net and tried to emphasize passing the ball around more to create spaces,” said Gurjit Sandhu, head coach.

“At times it looked excellent, the other team couldn’t even get a touch on the ball for long spells.”

U16 Storm will have their skills and confidence levels subjected to a serious test over the weekend when they play against Whitecourt, Hinton and Provost in the round robin of the Night Classic tournament on Satur-day, June 14.

U16 Storm blow like a hurricane

BY AMELIA NAISMITH

Lacoka Locos lacrosse teams had mixed results in their recent games as lacrosse players fight to win and head into playoffs.

The Midget B team won their June 8 game 10-1 against Stettler; the game was played in Lacombe.

Locos Bantam team also won their Lacombe-based June 8 game against the Stettler’s Bantam team, 19-2.

The junior team was defeated

by Red Deer 20-1 on June 7. Jordan Smyth scored the team’s one goal.

Head coach Wes Amendt says the team lacked many players that game due to graduation, work and family commitments. “(We) only had eight runners, couldn’t match the full ros-ter of the Red Deer squad.”

Next action is for junior Locos is on Saturday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m. in Lacombe when Locoka team host the Medicine Hat Sun Devils and the next day they travel to Lethbridge to play against the Baracudas.

Two wins and one loss for Locos teams


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THANK YOU!Th e board of directors of the Ponoka Stampeder Jr. B hockey team would

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To the following sponsors thank you so very much for your fi nancial support. You people make this team happen.

Th ank you Ponoka News for all the sporting news and pictures in thepaper as well as the sponsorship of this ad. We are very grateful for the coverage you give us.Many thanks to:Brick - for the TV for our dressing roomSubway - for all the subs for game day and away gamesBob & Bonnie Ronnie - for the fabulous mealsBoston Pizza for supporting Scoro and pizza giveawaysAccu Publishing – for the memorial canvas for Damian Th ank you to all the following volunteers that donated time to help:Gate - Bernie French, Carlee, Danielle and Justin and everyone that helped fi ll in. Public Announcer - Mike Dillon for announcing at the games. Off ice offi cials - Dan Moench, Raymond Davenport, Bob Sorenson, Ted Dillon & Charlie PattersonSpecial thanks to all the coaching staff and trainers for yourcountless hours of donated time:Coach- Mark Dobler. Assistant Coach - Dave Parent and Denny Pannenbecker. Manager- Willie JonesTraining Staff - Deanna French, Krista Pannenbecker and Calvin David And last but most certainly not least to the players thank you for playing your hearts out as we rebuild this team.To the fans and parents a very BIG THANK YOU for all your support; we could have not made it through this very rough year without your support especially when the team lost one of their own players in a tragic car accident. Th ank You Garry Gross for the very special pre-game tribute to #17 Assistant Captain Damian Pannenbeckeron January 15, 2014.OUR 2014-2015 SCHEDULE BEGINS IN SEPTEMBER 2014 AND

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Ponoka U14 Storm boys won silver medals at the Millet Classic tournament over the June 7-8 week-end when they lost 4-0 to Wetaskiwin in the final game. The U14 team: (front) Will Wareham, (middle row) Kyle Sluggett, Thomas Crawford, Kelsey Stretch, Hunter Busat, Braxton Weed, Marcelle Louis, Kaiden Kinnaird, Tyler Lagarde, Evan Neilson, (back row) Coach Wouter Opsteen, Sean Rowland, Campbell Kerr, Aidan Stiles, Shaun Pallin, Dylan O’Connor, Colby Podtirske, Kurtis Hulsman, Asst. Coaches Ryan Crawford and Tyson Klein.

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The Bucs were able to (handily) beat their southern Alberta rival, the Calgary Wolfpack, last Saturday, June 7 at Lacombe’s MEGlobal Ath-letic Park.

The game was fairly even in the first half, with a score of 10-7 for the Pack at halftime. The Bucs offense and defense really started to gel, however, and held the Pack to one touchdown while scoring four of their own. The final score was 39-17.

#16 Josh Achtemichuk manned the offense as quarterback and threw for an estimated 220 yards, for 16/20, 3 TDs. Matt Merkely, #85, was his main target, who had over 100 reception yards and 2 TDs under his belt. And rookie run-ningback, Junior Riveria #2, had an outstanding game, managing to rush for over 80 yards while

scoring a TD of his own. The Buccaneers defense was extremely solid as a unit, with multiple sacks recorded on the Pack QB, Daryl Leason.

Game stats for the Bucs are as follows: Junior Rivera 106 yards rushing on 12 carries;

8.8 average; also 3 catches, 41 yards and a TDMatt Merkley: 6 catches 86 yards. 2 TDs (also

100 percent completion rate 11 yards passing)Josh A: 186 yards passing 4 TDsDefense gave up only 204 yards passing and

46 rushing; absolutely dominating performance against a guy who routinely throws for 400 plus.

Offense had 351 total yards to the packs 250.The Bucs play again next Saturday, June 14,

6 p.m. at MEGlobal Athletic Park against Grande Prairie Drillers who have a 1-0 record.

The team is also going on their annual “Team up to Tackle Hunger” food drive throughout La-combe on June 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., before the game.

Buccaneers update: Major win

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Shave Your Head For Cancer – 10 a.mBall hockey tournament to follow

BBQ & raffl e drawsWHY: Bob Sorensen is a local fi refi ghter and has given his service and support to the community of Ponoka for the past 21 years. He has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer and this entire event was born out of the desire to support him as he battles through his treatments, and to show him that his dedication to the people in this community has not gone unnoticed. As per Bob’s request, all proceeds will be donated to the Alberta Cancer Society and Ponoka FCSS.

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BY MUSTAFA ERIC

Both senior and junior Broncs football teams ended their spring preparation season last week after the senior Broncs tested their talents and skills in an eight-team jamboree in Camrose on Saturday, June 7.

Alongside Camrose Trojans, there were teams from a wide area in central Alberta, but some teams failed to participate in the event due to unforeseen circumstances.

Senior Broncs boys started their action- packed day early in the morning and they competed with participating teams, taking turns in offense and defense trying 10 plays at a time with each team.

“The jamboree was just what the boys need-ed,” said head coach Scott MacGregor.

“The talent there was varied from provincial/league champions to some of the weaker teams around the province.”

He said the jamboree helped the coaches to pinpoint the areas where they would need to strengthen the team.

“As coaches, we know where we need to improve. We are looking forward to the 2014 season in the fall,” said MacGregor.

He said the highlights of the jamboree from the Broncs’ standpoint were that the offensive line greatly improved in the course of the day, the outside run was successful and the running-backs had a depth and that Kellyn Pritchard swiftly fit into his new role as the quarterback of

Broncs football takes summer break

the team with some great passes.In defense, Broncs did well in stopping the

rushing game but blitzes were rarely picked up and there were some big hits from the defensive backs.

According to MacGregor, senior Broncs need to improve in picking up blitzes, getting a better grip in reception and fewer fumbles and in tack-ling fundamentals.

Senior Broncs will resume their practices in August with the football season beginning alongside the school year in September.

Kellyn Pritchard of senior Broncs tries a passing play against Bisons of Ardrossan during the eight-team jamboree in Cam-rose on Saturday, June 7. Photo by Mustafa Eric


Cowgirls:Emily (left) and Jenny Massing will both be competing at the Alberta High School Rodeo finals, June 13 to 15. Emily participates in break-away roping while her sister is a breakaway roper and goat tying competitor for the event. This is Jenny’s last year on the high school circuit as she graduates this month.

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The Ponoka Mites traveled to Sylvan Lake. The girls have been having fun and that they are loving the game and it shows with their contin-ued improvement. Chloe Smith and Brooklyn Fredrickson have upped their play and the extra work that they put in is really showing on the diamond.

The Crushers lost to Lacombe Matrix 16-7, but many highlights made for an exciting game. The Crushers had amazing hits from Cheyenne Avery, Tayli Yellowbird, Alexis Lavertu and a grand slam from Madison Arbeau.

The Bandits rolled out another win 18-14 against Sylvan Lake: Six home runs lead the charge with one homer coming from strong closing pitcher Vanessa Henderson. With their offensive strength, the Bandits worked on infield defense plays that their age group normally don’t try. Catcher Camryn Willier routinely throws pick off plays to all three bases with runners on board. These unique plays will pay off strongly when the team travels to Okotoks on June 14.

Coach Sarah Willier tells the girls “you learn from mistakes, so don’t be afraid to make them”.

Ponoka fast-pitch highlights

Cowboys: Walker Galloway (left) and Keely Bonnett are gearing up for the Alberta High School Rodeo finals, June 13 to 15. Gallo-way is the header of his and Bonnett’s roping team. Bonnett also competes in calf roping and steer wrestling. This is Bonnett’s last year on the high school circuit as he graduates this month. He also re-cently obtained his pro card. Submitted photo

The softball story on page 38 of the May 28th edition incorrectly names the tournament as ‘slow-pitch’ but is actually a softball/fast-pitch tournament. We apologize for the confusion.

Correction

WALKERIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our cherished husband and dad, John (Jack) Llewellyn Walker on May 31, 2014 with his family by his side after a lengthy illness at Olds Long-term Care facility. Married to Donna for 48 years and proud father to Tracey (Nicole Laframboise); Holly (Alvin Melton) and Heather (Rob Lengyel). Jack will be

forever kept in the heart of his grandson Rigby Forrest (son of Heather) and granddaughters Ryan Brooke; Ashton Michelle and Sawyer Dawn Walker-Melton along with his surviving sister Mae Gracey (Bob) of White Rock, BC. Jack was pre-deceased by his parents Clancy and Vera Walker; brothers Jim and Bill and sister Dorothy.Born in Angusville, MB on June 10, 1937 and raised in Grenfell, SK, Jack was a loyal Roughriders fan, avid curler, long-time member of the Elks Lodge and active member of the United Church where he shared his beautiful voice in the Church choir. In 1965, Jack moved to The Pas, MB as an Accountant with the TD bank where he met the love of his life Donna Rigby. He became Registrar of Keewatin Community College in 1966 to ‘94. He treasured his days of retirement with Donna, his girls, and grandkids at their Clearwater Lake cabin near The Pas. Jack & Donna settled in Olds, AB in 2004.A private graveside service will take place at the Grenfell, SK cemetery with a Memorial service to celebrate his life at Olds United Church in late July.

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Joseph Jacob Fleck

On May 31, 2014 Mr. Joseph Fleck of Ponoka passed away at Northcott Care Centre at the age of 92 years. He is survived by his sisters Marion (Jack) DeLong of Edmonton, Evena Long of Ponoka, Diane (Fred) Lane of Edmonton, Violet Lorenz of Calgary, and Linda (Bob) Gaida of Edmonton; brother Henry (Carol) Fleck of Ponoka;

brother-in-law Glen Crandall; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Marcus Fleck; mother Maria Fleck; brothers Peter Fleck and Jerome Fleck; sisters Madeline Dewald, Dorothea Crandall, and Alvena Fleck; sister-in-law Rosemary Fleck; brother-in-laws Lloyd Long, David Lorenz, and Gothald Dewald; as well as many other relatives. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Augustine Roman Catholic Church in Ponoka at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 12th, 2014 with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Ponoka Wheelchair Van Society, St. Augustine Roman Catholic Church Building Fund, or any charity of your choice.

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NOW HIRING!FIELD TECHNICIANS.Are you looking for an

opportunity where you can make use of your skills & talents? Consider joining

our team. For moreinformation call

1-855-697-6799 or visit www.corix.com.

Professionals 810


Sales &Distributors 830

Trades 850

Professionals 810

Trades 850

NOW HIRINGPONOKA LOCATION

SHIFT SUPERVISORS- Competitive wages- Medical benefi ts- Paid training- Paid breaks

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:- Overseeing Staff - Customer Service Skills- Opening and Closing Procedures- Handling Cash

Apply in person or send resume toEmail: [email protected]

or Fax: 403-341-3820

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

A & JA & J AUTOMOTIVEAUTOMOTIVEREPAIR6701 - 46 Ave.

Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8(403) 783-8755

Al DickhautOwner/Operator

Rimbey Implements Ltd.

Al York General ManagerAl York General Manager

Rimbey, AB

Cell: (403) 783-0593

Bus: (403) 843-3700

Fax: (403) 843-3430

AG EQUIPMENT

A & J AUTOMOTIVE

Al DickhautOwner/Operator

A & J AUTOMOTIVE

6701 - 46 Ave.Ponoka, AB T4J 1J8

(403) 783-8755

ANIMAL SERVICES

This space could be yours for

$30PER WEEK

Call 403-783-3311

HOOF TRIMMING

• Equipped for various small hoofed animals

• Portable electronic tilt table• Reliable & efficient• Practicing Animal Biosecurity/

Herd Health

W3 GOAT DYNASTYHOOF TRIMMING

SHANE & DARIA WILLIAMS

403-704-0058

BashawSports Centre

Has an opening for a Full Time employee in a high volume Sporting Goods Store:

• Excellent customer service skills• Retail sales experience• Valid Firearms License• Good working knowledge of fi rearms, ammunition and general sporting good items.

We off er competitive hourly compensation, fl exible hours, and good working conditions.

Please fax your resume in confi dence to:Bashaw Sports at 780-372-4447

We appreciate all who take the time to apply and thank you for your application, but only those being considered

for an interview will be notifi ed.

Ponoka Christian School is currently ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS to work with students during the 2014-

2015 school year. (Exact start date yet to be determined). There are two positions available—

one part-time and one full-time. Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and

résumé by June 19, 2014 to the contact below.

Mr. Robert Morris, PrincipalPonoka Christian School

6300 – 50 St, Ponoka, AB T4J 1V3Fax: 403 783-6687;

Email: offi [email protected]

Servus Credit Union is a member of the Platinum Club of Canada’s

50 Best Managed Companies. We offer continued growth and career

opportunities and reward employees for their efforts and

achievements.

We’re looking for the following to join our dynamic member

service team in Ponoka:

Financial Advisor (full time)

You play an integral role in the delivery of superior personalized

service to our member-owners. By building trust, delivering

customized financial solutions and identifying opportunities to refer

or sell additional products and services, you help our members

achieve financial stability and a good quality of life. Prior retail

banking and credit assessment experience is required.

Visit servus.ca for the full job description, qualifications and

application details. Closing date: June 13, 2014. We thank all

applicants for their interest. Only those considered for the position

will be contacted.

EVRAZ Red Deer is accepting applications for JOURNEYMAN RED SEAL MILLWRIGHTS & ELECTRICIANS to work at our pipe making facility in Red Deer, Alberta. Individuals must be at least 18 years of age, safety conscious, able to work overtime and shift work, and able to perform some heavy lifting. All selected applicants will be required to attend and pass a medical/physical assessment, as well as drug and alcohol screening arranged by EVRAZ Red Deer.

Wages range from $32.68 to $35.40/hr. In addition; employees are eligible for shift premiums, performance, attendance and safety bonuses. Evraz off ers an excellent benefi t and pension package.

Applications may be completed in person at the Security offi ce; 27251 Township Road 391, Red Deer, AB, or resumes can be emailed to [email protected].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

IS HIRING!


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Truckers/Drivers 860

Misc.Help 880

Misc.Help 880

Trades 850PCL ENERGY. Now hiring Journeyperson Pipefi tters

($40+/hour) and Scaffolders ($38+/hour) for an industrial project in Vascoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer

competitive wages and benefi ts. Send resume to: [email protected].

BusinessOpportunities 870

GET FREEVENDING MACHINES.

Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just

3 years. Protected territories. Full details call now

1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.

THE DISABILITYTAX CREDIT.

$1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund

(on average). Covers: hip/knee replacements,arthritic joints, COPD.

Apply today! 1-844-453-5372.

Misc.Help 880P/T CASHIERS

WANTEDFor Saturday &

Sunday day shiftMust be honest

& reliableComputer knowledge

an assetReferences required

Drop off resume to No Frills Gas Bar

5561 Hwy 53

ACADEMIC ExpressADULT EDUCATION

AND TRAINING

FALL START

• Community Support Worker Program

• GED Preparation

Would you like to take the GED in your community?

• Red Deer• Rocky Mtn. House• Rimbey• Caroline• Castor• Sylvan Lake• Innisfail• Stettler• Ponoka

Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

403-340-1930www.academicexpress.ca

INTERESTED IN THE COMMUNITY

NEWSPAPER BUSINESS?Alberta’s weekly

newspapers are looking for people like you.

Post your resume online. FREE. Visit:

awna.com/for-job-seekers.

Misc.Help 880ACADEMIC Express

ADULT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

FALL START

• Community Support Worker Program

• GED Preparation

Would you like to take the GED in your community?

• Red Deer• Rocky Mtn. House• Rimbey• Caroline• Castor• Sylvan Lake• Innisfail• Stettler• Ponoka

Gov’t of Alberta Funding may be available.

403-340-1930www.academicexpress.ca

REQUIREDProduction Welder

Painter Shop Laborer

PolisherFull or Part TimeCrestomere area

BANDIT INDUSTRIES403-783-4284

EmploymentTraining 900

MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES NEEDED!

Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals

and doctors!No experience needed!Local training gets you

ready to work! 1-888-627-0297.

THERE IS STILL A HUGE DEMAND FOR

CANSCRIBE MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION

GRADUATES.Medical Transcription is a

great work-from-homecareer! Contact us today at

www.canscribe.com. 1-800-466-1535;

[email protected].

LegalServices 1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver.(24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to

$25,000.Calgary 403-228-1300 or 1-800-347-2540;

www.accesslegalresearch.com

Misc.Services 1290

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifi eds.

Reach over 1 millionreaders weekly.

Only $269. + GST(based on 25 words or less).Call this newspaper NOW

for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

CALNASH TRUCKING LTD IN PONOKArequires an immediate

SHOP/PARTS PERSONSHOP/PARTS PERSONTh e responsibilities will include ordering and organizing

parts, data entry, record keeping and general shop duties. Reporting directly to the operations manager,

the individual will have excellent communication skills, organized and general computer knowledge. Some

training will be provided, but must have some general trucking and parts background.

Excellent wages and company benefi ts

Please submit applications to:Calnash TruckingCalnash Trucking

6526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1J86526 44 Avenue, Ponoka, Alberta T4J 1J8Fax: 403-783-3011Fax: 403-783-3011

E-mail: [email protected]: [email protected](Attn: Shop/Parts Person)

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.No Phone calls please.

PONOKA STAMPEDE GRANDSTAND CLEAN-UP

HELP REQUIRED

IF INTERESTED OR FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL RAY AT 403.341.9707

ATTENTIONKids • Adults• Sports Groups

Individuals are required for clean-up before & after performances.

June 18 & 19 before the Stampede and June 25-July 1.

PERMANENT EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITIES

Electrical Enclosure &Power Division

DANDY

Full Benefit Package & ProductionBonuses. Safe, Warm, Modern

Working Environment.

Fax or E-mail your resume inconfidence to:

A.C. Dandy Products Ltd.Fax: 780-352-2249

Email: [email protected]

• Outside Salesperson(Electrical experience an asset)

• Finisher• Night Welder• Turret Operator/Programmer

ARE YOU STUCK IN A BORING, DEAD END JOB?

Are you are a person who enjoys a challenge, working hard, and the

satisfaction of a job well done at the end of the day?

Are you looking for a winning team that you can grow and build your future with?

If so, we want to get to know you better!

A LEADING MANUFACTURER OF DAIRY FEED IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A

PRODUCTION/LABOURER EMPLOYEE

FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDEDFORKLIFT EXPERIENCE AND A CLASS 3

DRIVER’S LICENSE AN ASSET, BUT NOT NECESSARY

Email/Fax Resumes to:[email protected]

(403)-948-4493

The wonderful staff of Toyota CityWetaskiwin is looking for YOU!

• ProductAdvisor

Great family atmosphere,excellent benefits package.

We offer both commissionand non commission based

pay plans.

Please submit your resume to:4120 - 56 St., Wetaskiwin, AB

T9A 1V3Fax: 780-352-5750

[email protected]

TOYOTACity

W e t a s k i w i n

Sur-B Enterprises Ltd.

BOBCAT SERVICE• Snow Removal• Driveways & Parking Lots• Post-Hole Augering - 6, 9, 12, 15• Corral Cleaning• Grading & Construction

Call Jim Ashbough 783-2764 or Cell: 588-0599Jack Surbey 783-5283 Cell: 588-0597

BOBCAT SERVICES

SALES & SERVICE

BOTTLE DEPOT

Call Jim Ashbough 403-783-2764 or Cell: 403-588-0599Jack Surbey 403-783-5283 or Cell: 403-588-0597

PONOKA BOTTLE DEPOT

Open Monday - Saturday10 am - 5 pm

Closed Sundays & Holidays

We Now Recycle Milk Cartons for Deposit

3, 5520 Hwy 2A(Across from Husky)

403-783-6875

Tues - Fri: 8:30 am-5:30 pmSaturday: 9 am-3 pm

403-783-51851-800-662-7135

Fax: 403-783-4635

Motorcycles & ATV’s

Reaching 6000 households weekly

for just$30PER WEEK

This space could be yours!

403-783-3311

OVERHEAD DOORS

www.doorsondemand.ca

TAXI SERVICES

403-963-5000

New Town Taxi & DeliveryPonoka’s preferred Taxi

& Delivery Service

403-963-2034

• Low Flat Rates• Book ahead for off hour trips• Airport service

• Ponoka• Edmonton• Red Deer• Calgary

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Interested candidates should submit resumes in confidence to [email protected] or contact Ken Kernohan directly at 1-306-948-5262


Business Services#1000 - #1430

Misc.Services 1290

Our hostess will bring giftsand greetings, along withhelpful information about

your new community.

LET USWELCOME

YOU!

Heather Goodwin403-704-3647

[email protected]

PersonalServices 1315

Unplanned pregnancy may be

diffi cult to face.We care. For

confi dential help call 403-343-1611 (24 hrs.)

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+).

TOP REAL PSYCHICS Live. Accurate readings

24/7. Call now 1-877-342-3036;

Mobile dial: # 4486; http://www.truepsychics.ca

Misc.Services 1290

Pet Services 1318CLINKERSKENNELS

403-783-6272

* Quality Boarding for your dogs & cats

*Proof of vaccinations and advance bookings required

HOURS: Mon - Thurs 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 6 pm;

Fri. 9 am - 12 Noon; 4 pm - 7 pm; Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 noon;

Sun. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & 4 - 7 p.m.

www.clinkerskennels.ca

Landscaping1240 Landscaping1240

Misc.Services 1290 Misc.

Services 1290

Rental -Misc 1350

Need RV or Self Storage?8’ X 10’ mini storage units

available for rent. Also RV storage. Secure compound.

Call Keith at First Call Towing

783-3636

Buy & Sell#1500 - #1990

Aircraft ..............................1510Antiques & Art ..................1520Auctions ............................1530Bicycles ............................1540Building Supplies ..............1550Business Machines ..........1560Cameras & Accessories ..1570Children’s Items ................1580Clothing ............................1590Computers ........................1600Concert & Event Tickets ..1610Equipment - Misc. ............1620Equipment - Heavy ..........1630Tools ................................1640Farmers’ Market &Food Basket......................1650Firewood ..........................1660Lumber ............................1670Garden Supplies ..............1680Lawn Tractors ..................1690Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700Household Appliances......1710Household Furnishings ....1720TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740Jewellery ..........................1750Kid’s Deals........................1755Misc. For Sale ..................1760Musical Instruments..........1770Music Lessons..................1780Piano & Organs ................1790Office Supplies ................1800Pets & Supplies ................1810Pet Services ....................1820Cats ..................................1830Dogs ................................1840Sports Cards ....................1850Sporting Goods ................1860Collectors’ Items ..............1870Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880Travel Packages ..............1900Wedding Supplies ............1910Recycled Products............1920Wanted to Buy ..................1930Items to Give Away ..........1940

Auctions 1530ACREAGE AUCTIONBig Toys for Big Boys

June 15, 2014 - 10 a.m.East of Bowden A.B.

#587, 3 milesJohn Deere & Kubota

Tractors, 3 PTH equipment, Hand & power

Tools, Tool boxes, ATV, Welding truck, Check the

web for full listing & pictures…

PILGRIM AUCTION 403-556-5531

www.auctionsales.ca

WellDrilling 1400

Auctions 1530

Auctions 1530ACREAGE AUCTION.Big Toys for Big Boys. June 15/14, 10 a.m.

East of Bowden, Alberta #587, 3 miles. Tractors,3 PTH equipment, tools.

Pilgrim Auction, 403-556-5531;

www.auctionsales.ca.

AUCTION SALE.Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m.

Welding & heavy dutymechanic tools/equipment.

Acreage equipment.SW of Stony Plain, Alberta.

Details: www.spectrumauctioneering.com

780-960-3370 / 780-903-9393.

AUCTION SALE.Wednesday, June 18,

5:30 p.m.Acreage North of Onoway. Toyota RAV4, 2 western saddles/tack, Massey 44,

Yamaha 350 quad,more. Details: www.

spectrumauctioneering.com.Call 780-960-3370 /

780-903-9393.

Welding 1410 Welding 1410

WellDrilling 1400 Well

Drilling 1400

Auctions 1530BIG STRAPPER

AUCTIONSSALES EVERY WED. @ 6 pm.

Moose Hall 2 miles south of Ponoka on 2A

WE BUY FOR CASH.

403-304-4791 Check website for full listing

www.bigstrapperauctions.net

BuildingSupplies 1550

METAL ROOFING& SIDING.

Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in

Western Canada. Available at over 25

Alberta Distribution Locations.40 Year Warranty.

Call 1-888-263-8254.

DENTISTRY

Family Friendly Dentistry

Box 11004905 50 St.Rimbey, ABT0C 2J0

RIMBEYDENTALCAREDR. STEVE CALDER BSC DDS

Ph. (403) 843-2173Fax: (403) 843-2607

HEATING

“Committed to your comfort”

Advertise your business

in the Business

Directory!

EYE CARE

Drs. Heimdahl, ZoBell & Kallal403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168403-783-5575 1-800-662-7168

WWW.4YOUREYESONLY.CA • 5120-51ST AVE, PONOKA

- ADVANCED EYE HEALTH & VISION EXAMS- CONSULTATION & REFERRAL SERVICES- DESIGNER EYE WEAR & CONTACT LENSES- INSURED MEDICAL EYECARE SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

OFFICE HOURSOFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday: Monday - Friday8AM - 12:30PM • 1PM - 5PM

BIRCHLAND DENTAL CLINIC

- General Dentistry - Orthodontics - Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Veneers

- Bleaching - White or Gold Fillings- Crown and Bridge - Implant Restorations

“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

DR. HUGH PORTER • DR. RICK BARRDR. JEFF BARR • DR. GREG EDWARDS

PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY

4037835225 • 40378352355118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5

DENTAL CARE

Ph: 403-782-7722Fax: 403-782-7499

Robin Esau

[email protected]


$30PER WEEK

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as well as large household appliances.

Berni'sRefrigerationand Appliance Service403-783-4880

Kwik Kerb Continuous decorative

concrete borders

Check out our new continuous natural rock fi nish

Call for a free estimate

403-783-6115 or 403-352-5372 (cell)

Many colours, stamps and patterns.Landscape curb and edging for gardens,

flower and rock beds

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View our 29 patented and patent pending inventions online at

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RURAL WATER TREATMENT (Province Wide)

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• B-PRESSURE • PIPELINE • OILFIELD • ASME Section VIII Division I VESSEL

FABRICATION & PIPING• SHOP/PORTABLE

• CNC PLASMA CUTTING• ALUMINUM • SHEARING & FORMING

MAIN: (403) 783-7591FAX: (403) 783-8178

Website: www.harbinwelding.comE-mail: [email protected]

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PUBLIC AUCTIONSJune 21, 2014 @ 11:00 a.m Castor, AB - Klaus Farms

Selling - full line of farm equipment, tractors, haying and feeding equipment, grain bins, ATVs, stock trailers, vehicles, cattle equipment.

June 28, 2014 @ 11:00 a.m 4409- 50 Ave., Vegreville, ABSelling – 2244 sq ft home on 33 acres in the Town of Vegreville c/w outbuildings, fenced and crossfenced. Antiques, horse drawn vehicles, buggies, 1904 Victoria Vis-à-vis sleigh,1890 horse drawn hearse, cutters , sleighs.

Antique Tractors – professionally restored 1949 Case LA, 1957 JD 430T.

Cat 416C backhoe … and much more

Complete listing, please refer to www.prairieauction.com or contact 780-499-9832


Firewood 1660LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar.

Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging

403-318-4346

GardenSupplies 1680

BEAUTIFULSPRUCE TREES.4 - 6 ft., $35 each.

Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and

fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee:$75 - $125/order.

Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961

Misc. forSale 1760

EVERY WATER WELLon earth should have the

patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big

Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year.

www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money &

save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd:

www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899

ext. 400OT.

WantedTo Buy 1930

FIREARMS.All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all

paperwork & transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045;

www.dollars4guns.com.

Agricultural#2000 - #2290

Farm Equipment ..............2010Haying Equipment ............2020Tractors ............................2030Combines & Headers ......2040Fertilizer Equipment..........2050Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060Equipment Wanted ..........2070Farm Custom Work ..........2080Farm Auctions ..................2090Livestock ..........................2100Livestock - Exotic..............2110Sheep ..............................2120Poultry ..............................2130Horses ..............................2140Horse Boarding ................2150Riding Supplies ................2160Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170Pasture Wanted ................2180Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190Seed Grain ......................2200Seeding & Tillage ............2210

Livestock 2100FOR SALE.

Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh

yearling bulls, polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines,

very quiet, muscled. Website:simmeronranch.ca.

Martin 780-913-7963.

Livestock 2100BLACK ANGUS BULLS

(yearlings)Ideal for heifers

Low birth weightsSemen tested

403-783-3935

20BullsFor Sale

Registered Yearlings

Black AngusCall Jim

387-6050(780)

Suites 3060

GarageSpace 3150

Misc. forSale 1760

Livestock 2100KLIMEC FARMS

2 year old registered Black Angus bulls.

Semen tested.Phone 403-783-0229

LIMOUSIN Bulls Polled Red and black two year olds and yearlings. Semen tested. Combest Limousin Farm. (403)742-5211

PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year

olds. Semen tested and delivered.Vicwin Farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.

Grain, FeedHay 2190

FEED BARLEY.Paskal Cattle Company in

Picture Butte area islooking for Feed Barley.

Put more $ in your pocket. Sell direct to us.

Please call Main Offi ce for details. 403-732-5641.

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.

LACOMBE COUNTRY FEED STORE,

Come see us at:4836 45A St. Lacombe, Ab

ALL THE FEED YOUR ANIMALS NEED!

403-782-3333Dealer of Masterfeeds

SeedGrain 2200SEED Barley & Seed Oats

for Sale. 2 Row & 6 row high yielding varieties

available. Suitable for grain or silage. High germination

& vigour. Seed treating available. On Farm scale.

Larry Trautman, 403-843-2733, Mark Trautman 403-843-3474

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

Acreages/Farms 3010AVAILABLE JUNE 15 Smaller farmhouse w/4 appl.

w/att garage. Not suitable for children. Retired/semi retired preferred. Utilities

incl, N/P $850/mo D.D. $600

403-783-2523

Suites 3060DUPLEX in Ponoka, newly

reno’d, 3 bdrm., $750. 403-963-0204

FURNISHED BACHELOR SUITE FOR RENT

IN PONOKA.TV & utils. incld. $550/mo.

403-963-0204

Suites 3060PONOKA: Upper 1 bdrm. suite, clean, bright, recent

reno’s, 3 appls, shared laundry, pets/smoke free.

Adult bldg. Must be employed, avail. July. 1, $775. mo. + 1 mo. d/d.

780-372-2294

* RIVERSIDE APTS. *Newly renovated

1 & 2 bedroom units in Ponoka: 3724-45 Street.

403-357-0287

RoommatesWanted 3080

ROOMMATE WANTED for executive home

N/S, N/P, no drugs, no childrenSocial drinker onlyClean & responsibleReferences required

403-790-6255 or 403-319-7948

HousesFor Sale 4020

BusinessesFor Sale 4140

Pasture 3180SOUTH of Alix, will hold

20 - 25 prs. 403-347-0021 or 403-340-4122

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

HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Reaching 6000households weekly

For just$30 per week this space could be

yours!

403-783-3311

VETERINARY SERVICES

VETERINARY SERVICES

Commercial - ResidentialInstallations - Repair

3912 - 66 St, Ponokawww.wcmltd.ca

[email protected]

8 a.m. - 5 p.m Mon. to Sat. • Open late Thursday24-hour Emergency Call

Dr. Bill Frischke • Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma Dr. Trevor Hook • Dr. Patricia Kelly

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka

403-783-5200

CONCRETE SERVICES

Leo CabralServing Ponoka & Area

Ph: 403-783-6428 Cell: 403-783-1905

- Residential- Commercial- Agricultural- Stamped Concrete- Exposed Concrete

Specializing in:

On-Farm Mobile Veterinary Services

Ultrasound-aided Reproduc ve Programs

CETA Cer ed Dairy and Beef Embryo Transfer

Herd Health

Bovine Veterinary Services

Dr. Bruce Wine

Phone 403-391-1684


$30PER WEEK

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PUBLIC NOTICEAmendment to Land Use

By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Ronald, Patricia & Helen Hagemann to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:

Reclassify Pt NW 7-42-25-W4 (approximately 5.0 acres total) from County Residential Hobby District to County Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area.

Before considering the by-law, Council will hold a Public Hearing at which any person claiming to be affected may ask questions or make comments. This hearing is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the County Administration Building.

A copy of the proposed by-law may be inspected at the County Administration Building, Ponoka, Alberta during regular offi ce hours.

Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Offi cer Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333 Fax: 783-6965 Email: [email protected]


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By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Delbert & Donna Merrill (Agent-Ken Merrill) to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:

Reclassify Pt NE 18-42-25-W4 (approximately 5.0 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area.




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By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by LBM Holdings to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:

Reclassify Pt SW 10-43-26-W4 (approximately 18.5 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area into possible 2-9 acre parcels or 3-6 acre parcel.




PUBLIC NOTICE TO OWNERS OFTHE VILLAGE OF ALIX,

PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

SECTION 251 - THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACTTAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Alix, in the Province of Alberta, has given fi rst reading to Borrowing By-law No. 413/14 which will, upon fi nal passage and approval, authorize the proper offi cers of the said Village of Alix to borrow monies from the Alberta Capital Finance Authority by way of debenture issue, to pay for the cost of the following municipal purpose(s), namely the Design Preparation for the Water Distribution System and Upgrades to the Sewage Lagoon (within/outside) the limits of the said municipality;

Th e total cost of the aforesaid project amounts to $545,000. After deducting from this cost the amount of $45,000 to be received by way of municipal reserves, the net amount to be borrowed on the credit and security of the municipality at large by the issue of debentures is $500,000.00. Th e debenture is to be repayable to the Alberta Capital Finance Authority in 40 equal consecutive semi annual installments of combined principal and interest, the semi annual interest not to exceed fi ve per centum (5.0%), or the interest rate as fi xed from time to time by the Alberta Capital Finance Authority;

NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Village of Alix that, unless a petition of the owners for a vote on By-law No. 413/14 is demanded, as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the said Council may pass the said borrowing by-law. All persons interested are hereby notifi ed and they are required to govern themselves accordingly.

DATED at the Village of Alix, in the Province of Alberta, this 21st day of May, 2014.

Village of AlixPer: Bonnie Cretzman

Chief Administrative Offi cer

INFORMATION FOR ELECTORSPursuant to Section 1(i) of the Municipal Government Act an “elector” means:

1. A person who is eligible to vote in the election for a councillor under the Local Authorities Election Act.

Pursuant to section 47(1) of the Local Authorities Election Act a person is eligible to vote in an election if he:

a) is at least 18 years old,b) is a Canadian citizen, andc) has resided in Alberta for the 6 consecutive months immediately preceding election day and is resident in the area on election day.

A poll may be demanded in the Village of Alix by electors equal in number to at leasta) in the case of a municipality other than a summer village, by electors of the municipality equal in number to at least 10% of the population andb) in the case of a summer village, by 10% of the electors of the summer village

in accordance with the provisions of section 223 of the Municipal Government Act and in accordance with the provisions of section 251 of the Municipal Government Act.

Th e petition for a vote must be received by the Chief Administrative Offi cer within 15 days of the last publication of this notice and shall contain on each page “an accurate and identical statement of the purpose of the petition”. (Further requirements of the petition are provided in section 224 of the Municipal Government Act.)

DATE of the last publication of this notice is the 11th day of June, 2014.


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PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF PROPOSED

AMENDMENTS TOTHE LAND USE BY-LAW

Ponoka County Council intends to amend the Land Use By-Law to allow applications for medical marijuana production in Direct Control districts only. This would allow Council to regulate and control the use and development of land and buildings in any manner it considers necessary. The public would have the opportunity for input at Public Hearings.

Also, as a result of the adoption of the Highway #2 Corridor Study, Council will consider amending the Prime Location Commercial district of the Land Use By-Law and adopting a new zoning for Residential Mixed Use.

Before making a decision on the matter, Council will hold a public hearing at which any person may ask questions or state their opinion. This hearing will be held at 11:15 a.m. onJune 17, 2014 in the Chambers of the Ponoka County Offi ce, 4205 Highway #2A in Ponoka.

The proposed by-laws may be viewed at the County Offi ce or will be mailed, emailed or faxed to anyone who requests it.

Charlie B. Cutforth Chief Administrative Offi cer

Ponoka County 4205 -Highway #2A

PONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9 Phone: 783-3333

Fax: 783-6965 Email: [email protected]

Ponoka County


By-Law 7-08-LU The Council of Ponoka County has been asked by Jerry Dodds to amend Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU as follows:

Reclassify Pt NE 14-42-26-W4 (approximately 6.5 acres total) from Agricultural District to Country Residential Hobby to allow for future subdivision of the rezoned area.




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In a rare occasion, swimmers from both of Ponoka swim clubs competed in the Alberta Summer Games zone trials Sunday June 1, in Sylvan Lake. Four mem-bers of the year-long swim club, Ponoka Pool Sharks, competed in the zone trials along with two members of the local summer swim club, the Ponoka Gators. McKenna Christensen, Lanny Wildcat, Nesha Soosay and Shannon Bendera represented the Sharks while Emily David and Paisley Wilson swam for the Gators.

The zone trials hosted summer and winter clubs from all over Central Alberta. The top three swim-mers from each age category and gender qualifying to compete in the five-day long competition in Airdrie at the end of July. Christensen and Wildcat finished all three of their races with first places ensuring qualifica-tion for the two athletes. Bendera and Soosay are still awaiting results after excellent performances in their

swims. Wilson and David, after only being in the wa-ter for a few weeks prior, pulled off some promising results and dropped time in all of their swims.

Together, the Sharks and the Gators represent a growing sport in Ponoka. The combined total of swim-mers now reaches 120 participants between the two clubs and represents a large portion of the pool space at the Aquaplex. The Pool Sharks train Septemb er to June each year and have a number of provincially and nationally ranked swimmers. The team has ex-perienced steady growth under the direction of Head Coach Bobbie-Jo Christensen. The Ponoka Gators train May 1 until the middle of August and has a strong representation at both regional and provincial meets. The club has also experienced a terrific growth in the past few years.

Both clubs accept new registrants at the beginning of their respective seasons.

Ponoka U12 girls Thunder brought home a bronze medal from the Millet Classic Tournament over the June 7-8 weekend after defeating New Sarepta in the final.The champions are (back row) Coach Calvin David, Anike Deschamps, Eliyah Raine, Saffron Lewis, Emily David, Billie Menssa, Jasmin Johal, Shaelyn Goodwin, Asst Coach Brittney Feldberg and (front row) Elaine Hutniak, Kianna McLean, Zoe Pitre, Lezah McGinnis, EmmaGrace Leclerc Submitted photo

Rare sighting: Sharks and Gators compete together

Members of the Ponoka Pool Sharks and the Ponoka Gators pose during the Alberta Summer Games try-outs June 1 in Sylvan Lake. Photo submitted


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