Ponoka News, May 11, 2016

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CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY

Ponoka soccerin winning streak

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Celebrating eightdecades of PonokaStampede legends

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Refl ections

Sports

Boot DriveEliza Groeneveld of Ponoka Victims Services collects a donation from one of the many generous motorists that stopped during the fundraising boot drive held on Thursday, May 5 along Highway 2A in Ponoka. Alongside Victims Services volunteers were members of the Ponoka Fire Department and Ponoka RCMP, who raised more than $18,000 in three hours. Please see our story on page 2.

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Area residents and those driving through Ponoka on Highway 2A near the Tim Hortons made it known they wanted to help support the residents of Fort McMurray who were forced to evacuate the city last week as fi re raged and eventually destroyed a signifi cant chunk of the community.

Members of the Ponoka Fire Department in conjunc-tion with Ponoka RCMP and Ponoka Victim Services held a boot drive for donations in support of the relief efforts on Thursday, May 5 for those displaced by the fi re and ended up spending three hours on the road taking donations.

The time was well spent with more than $18,300 col-lected, which brought the total raised for the relief effort to just over $20,200, with the addition of the amount collected in an account set up at Servus Credit Union.

The initiative began through a discussion by members of the Ponoka Tri-Services agency following the success that was had last fall with a charity checkstop. Although, no one was quite prepared for how well received the boot drive would end up being.

“We were absolutely surprised,” said Miranda Pinksen, executive director of Ponoka Victim Services in an inter-view on Monday, May 9.

“It demonstrates what a giving attitude. This is a phe-nomenal amount for the size of community Ponoka is.”

Pinksen explained many of the people that drove through didn’t know about the fundraiser, but wanted to do something to help those in need from Fort McMurray.

“They dug in and gave whatever they could,” she stated. “However, there were people that saw what we put out on Facebook and came prepared specifi cally to donate.”

Ponoka students take active part in relief effort

Willing to help the relief efforts for the Fort McMurray evacuees and using their connections with a province-wide Facebook group called Berta Boys & Babes, a group of Ponoka Secondary Campus students took urgently needed relief supplies to two small communities over the weekend after successfully fundraising within the community.

One member of the group, Alex Mercer, told Ponoka News that they had raised some $1,500 in donations

to purchase toiletries, diapers, baby food, pet food and picked up a dona-tion of water from Lacombe before driving fi rst to Wandering River and then Boyle, two of the communities that were not registered as shelter for the evacuees from the massive wildfi re.

He said after setting out on Friday, May 6, when the school was off for students, they fi rst drove to Wandering River and left some of the aid supplies there before heading to Boyle and re-turned to Ponoka on Saturday evening.

“We slept in our trucks in the medi-an on the highway on Friday night,”

said Mercer.The group consisted of Ashley

Ancion, the lead contact with the Facebook group, Jeremie Key, Shawn Leonard and Mercer, all of whom took their trucks for the drive and they were joined in the effort by Josh Nobles, Nick Roy, Ty Ancion, Lorne Simms and Kyle Jesse.

Mercer said they would like to continue their efforts to support the relief work. Reminded that offi cials are asking no more aid material to be donated, he said they were going to target small communities which were not registered as shelters.

PSC students taking a break during their trip to deliver supllies to two small communities over the weekend. Photo submitted

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Woman dies in head-on collisionEmergency crews responded to a serious collision east

of Ponoka on Highway 53 early Thursday, May 5.The collision occurred 2 kms east of Range Road 250

where an eastbound pickup collided head-on with a westbound sedan. The 27-year-old female driver of the car, believed to be from Bashaw, and the sole occupant, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Members of the Ponoka Fire Department and emergency crews attended the scene of a car and motorcycle collision Friday, May 6 just west of No Frills on Highway 53 in town limits. It is believed there were minor injuries in the collision.

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PONOKA NEWS STAFF The 29-year-old male driver of the truck had to be ex-tricated by members of the Ponoka County East District Fire Department.

He was transported via ground ambulance to a local hospital, but has since been transported to an Edmonton hospital with serious injuries. His condition is stable.

Traffi c was diverted on Highway 53 from 7:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. The RCMP collision analyst from Red Deer at-tended the scene and is assisting with this investigation.

The cause of this collision remains under investiga-tion, all factors are being reviewed.

Break and enterPonoka RCMP responded to a complaint of a break and

enter to a business on May 2.The store owner arrived on scene at approximately

8:50 a.m. and saw that the door on the south side was damaged sometime during the night.

When the complainant went inside, he found that the offi ce door was damaged and open. Several items were missing from inside the offi ce as well as approximately $1,800 in cash. The fi le is currently under investigation.

Theft of ATVPolice are looking into the theft of an ATV and trailer

on May 6 from a residence on 58 Avenue Close.The ATV and trailer had been moved 50 feet from the

driveway. There was a lock on the hitch, which could be why suspects were not able to go very far with the property, say police. The fi le is also currently under in-vestigation.

Suspended driver alerts offi cerLooking suspicious didn’t help one driver found to be

suspended.On May 6, at approximately 3:52 p.m. a sheriff with

the Ponoka Integrated Traffi c Unit on Highway 2 noticed the driver of a black Mitsubishi acting nervous. It was observed that the driver immediately averted his eyes and looked straight ahead when the sheriff drove up alongside.

The offi cer ran the licence plate and noted that the registered owner of the vehicle was a suspended driver. The driver, who is from Wheatland County, was charged with driving while unauthorized and failing to surren-der cancelled motor vehicle document to the registrar. He is to appear in court July 14.

She did add that as the tragedy was still unfolding and plenty of unknowns remained, people’s emo-tions came to the forefront when it came to donating.

In addition to the cash, many people provided do-nations of water, diapers and other items that were taken up to Edmonton on Friday in a couple of truck-loads.

“In the short term, most of the people going through this are still in a state of shock and are in need of support as some are going to have to start over - maybe in Fort McMurray and maybe in a new place,” Pinksen stated.

“This is a life chang-ing traumatic event with a number of questions that are left unanswered, which effects people emo-tionally, physically and psychologically. You will start to see more and more of a need for mental health services as people begin the process of hav-ing to move forward with their lives.

“For those that need to make a permanent change, as not everyone will be able to go back due to fi nancial and other reasons, there are going to be costs and various sup-ports necessary in their new community includ-ing that seed funding they need to restart their lives be it a damage deposit,

continued from page 2 new licence and so on.”For anyone that believes

they need help in dealing with the event, Pinksen said you should access the available resources by calling either the Mental Health Help Line at 1-877-303-2642 or Health Link Alberta at 811.

That’s also why donating is so important, as many of those longer term costs still aren’t known added Pinksen.

Meanwhile, Ponoka has also been doing other things to help out.

There have been sever-al offers through social media of people willing to take donated items and transport them to where they are needed along

with some Fort McMurray residents being housed in the community and get-ting some assistance with personal items as well as food and clothing.

That being said, the need for donated items is beginning to overwhelm some agencies and evac-uation centres so Pinksen said there are a few things people wanting to support the effort to remember.

The best ways people can help are by providing donations to the Ponoka Food Bank and to Old MacDonald Kennels or by giving to the Ponoka Fire Department Relief Aid Fund account at Servus Credit Union.

“(Victim Services) will

access the food bank for emergency food and as Old MacDonald are pro-viding a week for free for evacuee pets - with some already there - they need supplies including food, carriers, beds, grooming items, etc,” Pinksen said.

“As well, we want those evacuees who we know are here that they can ac-cess these and any other services they may need through us. We have the ability to reach out to all the community organiza-tions including the Red Cross and the community as a whole to get the assis-tance required.”

Ponoka Victim Services can be contacted at 403-783-6539 or 403-848-4559.

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HOME CHURCHPastor Rob McArthur 403-783-5659

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

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Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

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If you are like most Albertans, you have prob-ably been preoccupied this week on what has been going on in Fort McMurray. I don’t think any of us can really grasp the amount of physical damage and eco-nomic and social upheaval this fi re has and will cost. I think all of us are curious as to what really started this fi re. I haven’t heard

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The tongue:A potential for disaster

yet, but I do know one thing, it doesn’t take much to get something like this going.

A few years ago, I was on a canoe camp in north-ern Saskatchewan this time of year. As we pad-dled toward a portage, a dry thunderstorm out of nowhere came through, and a bolt of lightning hit near us up on the shore. By the time we fi nished our portage, water bomb-ers were already working that fi re. The following year, we were surprised at how widespread the dam-age from that little bolt of lightning had become.

We used to have a song we sang around campfi res that had this line in it: “It only takes a spark to get a fi re going.” That song was about God’s love, and the potential of good it can bring out. I think we have seen some of that poten-tial as countless acts of kindness have been poured out on our fellow Albertans this week. But, getting back to the fi re, it doesn’t take much for a spark of evil to do its damage either.

The Bible likens fi re to the potential that we have

in our tongues to do dam-age. It says in James 3:5-6:

“Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fi re by a small spark. The tongue is also a fi re, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fi re, and is itself set on fi re by hell.”

These days, with social media, the potential for damage and destruction by our tongues is as real as the present wildfi re poten-tial in the boreal forest. I am pretty sure every one of us realizes this and maybe we have seen it. With a click of a keyboard, lies can be spread like wildfi re and lives are destroyed. I have seen this happen, sad to say, even in churches. And like the fi res of McMurray, they can become “The Beast” – almost unstop-pable.

The Bible’s solution for a runaway tongue is simple – it needs to be controlled. And the best way of con-trolling a runaway wildfi re is to not let it start up in the fi rst place.

Our own minds control

our tongues, and the Bible speaks of a mind that is submitted to and renewed by God. Paul tells us in Romans 12:2:

“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will able to test and ap-prove what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

What he is talking about is the idea of giving our lives completely to God, so that he sets the course of our lives. When this hap-pens, our tongues can be used for healing, to speak peace, to spew out wisdom and blessing, honor and praise. In other words, our tongues are used for what they were created for in the fi rst place – to glorify God.

When we look back at dangerous fi res, we al-ways think of prevention. What could we have done? Maybe something could have stopped the Beast be-fore it happened. Maybe. As far as our tongue is con-cerned, there is something we can do and we should consider doing it before it is too late.

The Ponoka White Caners encourage the awareness of low vision in our community every year at this time. This month, during May, there are several activities which have been arranged. They include May 18 when the White Caners Support Group will visit Sunrise Village at

May is Vision Health Month1:30 p.m. There will be a discussion about different eye conditions, preventative measures along with various treatments. Other dates are May 22 at the Ponoka United Church at 10:30 a.m. and on May 29 at St Mary’s Anglican Church at 10 a.m. The White Caners’ representative, Sue Bomen will speak during the regular church services. All are welcome

Furnace cleaner refunds additional costs

A Ponoka senior on the hook for over $1,000 in furnace duct cleaning is getting a refund on some of the work.

After Ponoka News reported on March 9 that Elsie Unger, 83, had to pay Edmonton Indoor Clean Air $1,015.35 for duct and furnace cleaning, the company announced it is sending her a refund cheque of $417.90.

Company representative Steven Cowan said as a result of the billing practice during that sale, the company is implementing staff training in best practices for dealing with customers, especially seniors. He said the company came to an agreement with Unger and her son over the issue, which is why there was the refund.

It is believed that general furnace cleaning charges range in prices but is unclear if the fi rst duct cleaning charge of $597.45 from the company is considered stan-dard.

BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYEPONOKA NEWS


Refl ections of Ponoka

Celebrating eight decades of Ponoka Stampede legends

If one was to turn back the clock to the bustling new Town of Ponoka in the roar-ing 20s, you would likely see horses and wagons moving along the dirt streets, folks strolling up and down the wooden sidewalks next to the many friendly business-es, a noisy steam train roll-ing past the massive grain elevators and into the CPR station, and maybe even a gala summer fair being hosted on Chipman Avenue. These fairs were under the direction of the Ponoka Agricultural Society, who would eventually move the popular family fun events up to the present day loca-tion of our annual Ponoka Stampede.

Early accounts of the fairs included fun events such as horse and wagon races, games of chance, Indian

races, carnival rides, bronc busting, all sorts of food vendors, and of course a gala parade to kick the one day attraction. The Ponoka Sports Association was formed around 1920, and as activities continued up on the grounds people pleasing amenities such as a wooden covered grandstand, barns, and buildings were added to the spacious grounds. That same year a rip-roar-ing stampede event was hosted as a fundraiser for the Ponoka Women’s Rest Room Association, which was very successful, and would be the humble begin-nings for the organization and planning of the annual Ponoka Stampede on a hot weekend at the end of June.

A proud and colourful80-year rodeo history

The fi rst offi cial Ponoka Stampede was held in 1936 and local rodeo legend

George McKeddie, a WW1 veteran and 1922 Alberta Bronc Busting Champion was the fi rst manager of the thrilling day-long family event that attracted hun-dreds of fans from town and districts onto the same grounds where it is still being hosted 80 years later. By 1938, the attendance had zoomed to over 6000, and while the action slowed down a little over the war years, it took off again in the mid-40s as tough new rodeo stars emerged, the thrills and spills of chuckwagon racing hit the dusty track, and many more exciting events and attractions were added to please the avid fans.

Some of the early ‘rodeo legends’ from in and around the Ponoka district included Tim and Bud Davidson, the Doran boys, Ray Graham, Ray Tompkins, Tommy

Photo from Crestomere/Sylvan Heights Heritage

Following service in WW1, George McKeddie of the Halfway Grove district excelled at Roman, chariot, and chuckwagon racing at local stampedes, and in 1922 won the Alberta Championship for bronc busting. After a serious wrist injury ended his rodeo career, McKeddie trucked livestock in the area and in 1936 served as the manager of the fi rst offi cial Ponoka Stampede.

RememberWhen...

Drawing by Inge Sybrandi

This casual meeting on the infi eld fence of an early Ponoka Stampede of two great friends and Stampede legends Harry Vold on the left, and Tommy Dorchester. For countless decades Harry Vold has served as an auctioneer, a rodeo stock contractor, and an avid promoter and Manager of the Ponoka Stampede; while Tommy Dorchester became a fi erce competitor in the daring Roman Riding and Chariot racing events at early Stampedes at a very early age, and would later become one the most decorated and successful Chuckwagon drivers in the world of rodeo!

BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS

Dorchester, Cliff/ Everett and Bill Vold, Harold Skaley, and countless others. Their riding and roping skills were honed on the local ranches as well as at the Ferrybank, Chesterwold, and Buck Lake Stampedes but one of the biggest thrills was the opportunity to ride in the hometown Ponoka Stampede. To take part in other rodeo events around the country these hardy cowboys often hitched a ride, or rode their own horse many miles for the chance to compete for a few bucks, a trophy, or a ribbon. Going into the 50s, prize money in the fi ve major events of the now two-day Ponoka Stampede had reached $400, Harry Vold was bringing in the best and rankest stock available, new bleachers were added in 1952, and in 1955 the Ponoka Stampede Association proudly sup-ported the 50th anniversary of the Town of Ponoka. All records were broken in 1956 when 10,000 fans at-tended the two-day event to cheer on 90 of the na-tion’s top rodeo stars and the fi rst Stampede Queen was crowned, and then in 1959, 28,000 spectators took in the extended rodeo show-down, jamming into the new grandstands and facilities, and would always have a very special cheer for local rodeo stars such as the Butterfi eld boys, the Dodds family, the Volds, and many others that would toss their hats into the ring along the way.

As the Ponoka Stampede Association proudly pre-pares to host their 80th celebration from June 27th to July 3, 2016, their color-ful June 30 10 a.m. parade theme will honour eight ex-citing decades of Stampede Legends. It will be another great opportunity for the thousands of family fans to enjoy the thrilling rodeo and wagon-racing action as well as the midway, en-tertainment, and so many other attractions. Along the way, we can look back and salute the sons and daughters and families of those early heroes who have so proudly carried on the Ponoka Stampede traditions as participants, contractors, avid promoters, association members, and

always willing volunteers, fans, and supportive com-munity.

Through our Refl ections and Remember When fea-tures in the Ponoka News, we will strive to share some of the countless memories from eight exciting decades of our Ponoka Stampede. For those who may have

some of these great old pho-tos and stories, we would love to feature them in our Ponoka News history sec-tion over the next month or so. Please bring them into the Ponoka News offi ce to be scanned, or kindly email them to Mike Rainone at [email protected] or give me a call at 403-341-5750.

The wildfi res that have been ravaging Fort McMurray area for more than a week are described as the costliest inferno Canada has ever seen.

After a week of expressed despera-tion and alarm about the area the fi re could ultimately damage, some opti-mistic comments have fi nally started to emerge from provincial government and the fi refi ghters. But until all is over, it will be a great mistake on the part of ev-erybody involved to get complacent and drop their guard against the possibility of circumstances changing once again to fl ame the fi re to expand to an even greater area.

While it is still too early to count the costs and to start to make plans to re-build what has been destroyed by the fi re, there are some early conclusions one can draw, conclusions that we should be proud of.

First, the timely and orderly evacua-tion of a city with a population of about 90,000 people under the threat of a rag-ing fi re without a single loss of life is a

remarkable achievement and all parties that have contributed to this success have to be congratulated. And here the credit goes not only to the public offi cials that have organized and implemented the evacuation, but also to the people of Fort McMurray, who have created no obstacles to the implementation of the hastily developed plans.

Secondly, primarily Albertans, but also all Canadians have shown an admirable sense of solidarity and compassion: By Tuesday morning, within only a week of the start of the wildfi res, the total of private donations to Canadian Red Cross had reached $60 million, a fi gure which will be matched dollar for dollar by the federal government.

But even more heartwarming were the hospitality, supportive approach and will-ingness of the local communities close to the area being evacuated: In a short time, so much relief supply was collected and donated that offi cials coordinating the assistance to the evacuees had to urge people to stop giving/bringing/sending in

kind assistance.Thirdly, we have also seen the level

of effi ciency the country’s emergency services have mastered. Within only two days, fi refi ghting capacity was raised to almost maximum and offi cials declared that after that point what they needed was rain only and not more fi refi ghters or equipment.

These are all positive elements of a disaster that we can praise ourselves for.

However, while we are giving ourselves a pat in the back, we should also be mindful of the circumstances that led to this massive catastrophe and think with cool heads on how to ensure, if it can ever be done, that such calamities will not repeat themselves in the future.

The reason a reference was made to “cool heads” is that a debate has already started with climate change deniers say-ing this wildfi re has nothing to do with global warming. Whether they agree or disagree with the thought that the size and scope Fort McMurray disaster is a direct result of global warming, the fact

remains that the months of March and April 2016 have been the hottest on re-cord.

Scientists went on TV to explain that increased temperatures are sucking up the moisture of all vegetation, prepar-ing the ground for wildfi res to quickly spread. Statistics also show that this year looks likely to be the fourth successive year of above average wildfi res impact-ing Canada. With increased drought and heat, we might be headed for a loss of greater areas of forest, which is scien-tifi cally proven to negatively affect the precipitation patterns, meaning we will have less and less snow and rain, which, in turn, will further erode our ability to fi ght the kind of fi res that are still burn-ing in the Fort McMurray area.

Some scientists describe forests as the lungs of the earth. If we don’t take prop-er measures to ensure the health of those lungs, we will be choking our living environment to extinction, slowly but steadily.

Mustafa Eric, Editor


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Retired fi refi ghter honoured for his serviceOne man’s dedication to

his community for more than 20 years was recognized over the weekend.

Ponoka Fire Department Captain (retired) Bob Sorenson was honoured by the Government of Canada at a ceremony on Saturday, May 7 at the Kinsmen Community Centre with the Fire Services Exemplary Medal for 20 years of service to the community as a volunteer fi refi ghter.

The medal, established in 1985 for both full-time and volunteer fi refi ghters, symbolizes the dedication and sacrifi ces made by such individuals in serving as a member of the fi re service.

Sorenson, who retired last year after 21 years with the department due to health complications, was hon-

oured in receiving the medal and more than a bit taken aback by the nature of the overall recognition - which included a powerpoint pre-sentation focused on his career and family as well as luncheon.

“I didn’t expect half of the stuff that was done for me today,” said an obviously emotional Sorenson follow-ing the presentation and speeches.

“There was a great turnout of family and friends and it was a very nice presentation to see all the trucks parked outside when I arrived. I’ve been honoured to serve with everyone I have been with during my time and I would still be there if not due to my health.”

Sorenson still gets the itch when he hears a siren or the crackle of the radio for a call, but has to be satisfi ed with

Retired Capt. Bob Sorenson (left) receives his 20 year Fire Services Exemplary Medal and certifi cate from Ponoka Mayor Rick Bonnett (centre) and Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Ron Orr at the ceremony at the Kinsmen Community Centre on Saturday, May 7. Photo by Jordie Dwyer


listening in.“I still want to jump up

and go,” he added, noting he couldn’t really pinpoint any one individual over his career.

Ponoka Fire Chief Jaime Wilkinson along with Ponoka Mayor Rick Bonnett and Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Ron Orr spoke during the pre-sentation, with Bonnett and Orr pinning on Sorenson’s medal and handing him the certifi cate on behalf of the government and the Alberta Offi ce of the Fire Commissioner, who were not able to attend due to the ongoing crisis in Fort McMurray.

Another fi refi ghter was also honoured for his service that day, current Assistant Chief Rob Fearon was presented the Alberta Emergency Service medal for 12 years of being on the Ponoka Fire Department.

Fearon, who has now served for 13 years, said it was an absolute honour to be recognized, but that this day was all for Bob.

“This was special,” Fearon stated, “but today was more about Bob than me. I have known him for a long time, so I was glad to be a part of this. Though, being able to hang around and earn that respect of your peers like Bob, that’s what makes me the proudest.”

Meanwhile in his introduc-tion, Chief Wilkinson spoke of the commitment of both men along with that of all volunteer fi refi ghters, noting the job is fi lled with accom-plishment and sacrifi ces of which Sorenson and Fearon did a lot of.

”We have missed birth-days, anniversaries, holiday dinners and family time. We depend on our spouses

to keep life running in our homes while we are out helping people we may or may not know, and we do it proudly,” he said.

Mayor Bonnett spoke about both men being outstand-ing citizens of Ponoka and thanked them each for their service.

“Our volunteer fi refi ghters give generously of their time, often putting themselves in dangerous situations to protect the citizens of our Town and for that we offer a heartfelt thank you for your continued service to the community,” he stated.

And specifi cally about

Sorenson, he added, “The dedication and passion he passed along through the fi re department also went into other volunteering - like raising money through a hockey tournament in sup-port of cancer, something I know was near and dear to his heart.”


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School board fi nds fi nal savings for budget

There was a bit more shaving to be done by Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) to achieve a bal-anced budget for the next school year.

At the WCPS board meeting on Thursday, May 5, trustees were in-formed that staff had found the additional $147,000 in savings need-ed to bring the budget into line with provincial guidelines for no defi cit budgets for school boards. The board has been faced with the task of slashing $2.6 million for the 2016-17 school year.

Acting superintendent Jayson Lovell explained that staff found anoth-er $30,000 that could be

saved from the operations of the inclusive learn-ing services area to go along with some $60,000 through reductions to ed-ucational program subsi-dies that the division had been providing over the regular provincial funding levels for those programs.

There were also further savings found through a review of the expenses for educational assistants. Lovell stated there was a miscalculation in their original fi gures, so when the adjusted fi gures were used the money found help the division meet their target.

The board will now wait until next month to for-mally approve the budget.

Off to EuropeTrustees unanimous-

ly approved a request

from Ponoka Secondary Campus for an interna-tional trip next year with the main focus being the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge.

The tour, which will take place from March 22 to April 1, 2017, will make stops in London, Vimy and Flanders in France as well as Florence, Italy.

Being part of the trip will enable students to complete five credits through the Travel and Tourism course modules. In addition, students will visit the grave sites of the fi ve locals that are memo-rialized at Vimy.

CommunicationsLovell informed trust-

ees that administration is looking into developing an overall communica-tions strategy and plan

Students educated on effects of drug use

Illegal drug use can have side effects that last a lifetime was the message communicated to Ponoka’s secondary school students in a recent presentation.

In an effort to educate youths on the negative effects of illegal drugs and what they look like, RCMP school re-source offi cer (SRO) Cst. Jackie Tessel, spoke with Grade 7 to 9 students at Ponoka Secondary Campus Friday, April 29.

Students have been asking questions about what to look out for and Tessel was able to provide answers to those questions, proving the benefi ts of having a SRO on site.

“Knowledge is power. The more you know the better you’ll be,” said Tessel.

She suggests it is better for youths to understand the inherent risks associated with drug use rather than going in without any knowledge. One example is if teenagers go to a house party and are offered something illegal such as methamphetamine or cocaine, “They know why they should be saying ‘no.’”

Tessel presented a slide show of some of the different types of drugs and their effects but took more time an-swering questions and helped clarify misconceptions.

One drug that continues to be a problem is metham-phetamine, which is a synthetic drug made up of antihis-tamines and other substances such as acetone products, commonly found in paint thinner and camp fuel. Making meth also creates toxic waste and is highly fl ammable during the production process.

Tessel says with increased meth use comes an increase in crime. The drug is a stimulant for the central nervous system that also causes paranoia and violence. Meth users are always chasing their fi rst high, said Tessel and tend to increase how much they take as time goes on. The drug is also relatively easy to make.

“It’s actually gotten to the point in some places that they hide the medication,” she said, explaining concerns are growing that illegal drug production using over-the-counter medication is becoming commonplace.

Side effects are somewhat obvious for investigators who fi nd when people use the drug they are jumpy, skittish and constantly picking at their face. “It causes your skin to crawl.”

Sleeping, eating and personal hygiene become sec-ondary for people who are involved in drug abuse and there are instances where people have been found to be awake for 21 days. “That’s when psychosis starts settling in,” said Tessel.

Understanding drugs not only helps students realize the scope of damage but also investigators when dealing with users. There are certain ways drugs will affect a person: as a stimulant, as a depressant and as a hallucinogen.

Tessel says investigators generally look at three charges for individuals with drugs: possession of drugs, possession for the purpose of traffi cking and manufacturing.

Each one comes with potential fi nes, probation and jail time.

To help students understand what to look out for, Tessel showed sealed samples and answered questions of youths.



for the division, though the outline being ex-plored doesn’t at the mo-ment include a new job opening within WCPS.

“Things are changing with the way we com-municate and with the role of a communications offi cer, which have had in the past in the division,” Lovell said.

“We felt now is the best opportunity to explore all of our options, given the changing technology and fi nding the absence of that communications role somewhat challenging.”

However, Lovell added that the present budget situation would make it diffi cult to bring some-one on board to do the job and that it could be developed on a contract basis, but also stated that may not be the best either given the nature of the job needed to be carried out.

Lovell said the plan will be worked on and brought to the board over the next few months with the hope the plan, and possible position, would be in place this fall.

Three-year planTrustees completed an

exercise during the meet-ing to assist in developing priorities for the division in a number of areas for inclusion in their three-year plan.

This was just one of the steps take in the past two months to put together a draft that will be fi nalized in October.

The plan does focus on facilities, but also es-tablishes priorities for educational and admin-istrative goals the board would like to achieve over time.


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Explore Ponoka’s First Community Wellness Fair

May 18

~ COUNCIL UPDATES ~NEXT MEETING OF COUNCIL: Tuesday, May 24, 2016, and Committee of the Whole

on May 19, 2016. Both meetings are at 7 pm at the Ponoka County Boardroom.

Agenda packages are posted on www.ponoka.ca under ‘Town Hall’ in advance of every Council meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend.

• Pitch In Week – May 9-13 Ponoka residents are invited to help clean up their neighborhoods, school yards and the downtown core. For more information, please

contact Wes at 403-783-0118.

• Canada 150 Mosaic Mural painting workshops:

• May 12 – St. Augustine School, 8:30-3 pm (Students & Staff), 3:30-4:30 pm (Public)• May 13 – Ponoka Christian School 8:30-3 pm (Students & Staff), 3:30-4:30 pm

(Public)• May 14 – Kinsmen Community Center 9 am – 5 pm (The public is invited to

participate. Space is limited so please arrive as early as possible.)• Ponoka Farmer’s Market - every Wednesday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Ponoka Arena

Complex.• The Town’s Spring Clean Up campaign starts Tuesday, May 24. Public Works staff will

conduct back alley yard waste collection (grass clippings, weeds, branches, leaves).• Pride in Your Property Contest – Nominations are open for our annual Pride in Your

Property Contest. Residents and business owners can enter their own property or nominate a neighbor. Deadline for entries is June 30 with judging taking place in early July. Town of Ponoka utilities gift certifi cates will be awarded to the best kept residential and commercial properties. Watch for more news about this program.

~ UPCOMING EVENTS ~

Mock Vehicle Accident - While it may look real, the Ponoka Fire Department would like to assure residents that a mock accident scene being staged from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ponoka Secondary School tomorrow (May 12) is just pretend.

The event will educate Grade 11 students at the high school about the roles First Responders fulfi ll on an accident scene. Members of the Ponoka RCMP, Integrated Traffi c Unit, Ponoka Fire Department, Victim Services, Ponoka Funeral Home and STARS will participate in the mock scene.

The County and Town of Ponoka are once

again under a full fi re ban due to dry conditions.

No open air fi res are permitted, including in

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Health and wellness will be the theme at Ponoka’s fi rst Community Wellness Fair being held at the Kinsmen Community Centre on May 18.

More than 20 vendors will set up booths promoting a wide range of services and programs that nurture physical and mental wellness in our community, including information about nutrition and volunteer opportunities in Ponoka.

The Town of Ponoka booth will feature information and drawings of the two new playgrounds being built in the Co-op and Westview (51 Ave. Close) neighborhoods of Ponoka this summer. We will also hand out copies of Ponoka’s new Community Program Guide (shown here) which is packed full of information about events and programs happening around town this spring and summer, including Canada Day activities and Ponoka Day in the Park.

Ponoka Aquaplex staff will also be at the Town booth promoting programs and activities at the pool over the next few months.

Ponoka Mosaic Mural Unveiling at 6 p.m.

At 6 p.m., the Town of Ponoka will unveil our community’s own Canada 150 Mosaic Mural made of hundreds of tiles painted by Ponoka youth and adults at community workshops being held throughout town from May 12 – 14th.

You are invited to stop by the Fair from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and explore the many health and wellness programs and services offered in Ponoka by the clubs, organizations and businesses that will be at the Fair.

The event is hosted by the Town of Ponoka. Refreshments will be available. See you there!

• Aquaplex summer schedule – Check the Aquaplex page on the Town website for details at www.ponoka.ca

• Summer swim lessons – Registration is now open.

• Private swim lessons – Offered all day, every day this summer.

~ AQUAPLEX NEWS ~


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The event is a day to raise funds for any

Ponoka fi refi ghter, Darrell Lawton, and Town of Ponoka community peace offi cer, Sgt. Kyle Koller pose Wednesday, May 4 as they help out at McDonalds during McHappy Day. The event raised $3,300 for Ronald McDonald House in Red Deer.



number of charities that each restaurant chooses, in Ponoka’s case, for the Ronald McDonald House in Red Deer.

Rhanda Bonet-Graham, the development manager at the Ronald McDonald House for Central Alberta, said she is excited when McHappy Day comes around as the money helps families with children who have medical needs. The house supports them with food and a place to stay.

If people live outside of Red Deer, they can access the services at the house for overnight, and during the day if they live in Red Deer, said Bonet-Graham. The $3,300 raised on McHappy Day in Ponoka will go directly to the Ronald McDonald House.

Franchise owner Tony Hoffmann, who has stores in Red Deer and Lacombe, said all of his stores supported the Ronald McDonald House charity.

“It’s just a wonderful sense for the com-munity to come together in support of

Ronald McDonald House,” said Hoffmann.He suggested the volunteers who came

in such as Ponoka fi refi ghters, RCMP offi -cers, teachers and other dignitaries, and the customers who support McHappy Day, recognize the need to help kids who are sick.

Being able to serve customers also gives them a chance to see the inner workings of McDonald’s operations.

General manager Melissa Manalo was excited for the day. She said staff members have a great time working with volunteers.

One dollar from every Big Mac, Happy Meal and McCafe beverage purchased went to Ronald McDonald House. There were also opportunities for residents to donate money on top of their purchase.

Bonet-Graham said the demand is strong at Red Deer’s Ronald McDonald House. In 2015, there were 385 families who stayed at the house and 426 within Red Deer ac-cessed it for day use.

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Date: Wednesday, May 18

Location: Kinsmen Community Centre

Time: 3:00 – 7:00 pm

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Join us for the unveiling of Canada 150 Mosaic Mural at 6pm!

Garage sale action: It didn’t take long for the Ponoka Legion’s popular annual garage sale to clear out of many items Saturday, May 7. The event started in the morning with volunteers moving quick to help out shoppers. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye

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From Bashaw, it’s 7km north on Highway 21,8km west on Highway 53 and 6km north on Rg Rd 221.

“FAMILY CAMPING ONLY”• NO tents allowed• NO campers under the age of 25 (unless accompanied by an adult)• NO EXCEPTIONSWe appreciate your co-operation and hope to provide a safe and fun weekend for all.

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St. Augustine graduands leaders in school community

With weeks left in the school year, St. Augustine Catholic School graduands have had their time in the spotlight during graduation ceremonies.

Guiding them to their future endeav-ours at the commencement ceremony Thursday, May 5 was teacher Lindsey Schamber, who gave the keynote ad-dress. She congratulated graduates on making it through their last four years of secondary education. Many of the students in this graduating class at-

tended her fi rst Grade 9 class that she taught and they created many memo-ries over the years.

“I defi nitely learned as much from them as they have learned from me,” said Schamber.

One of the reasons they made the ex-perience so memorable was students’ ability to create a welcoming environ-ment for the younger ones. She advised they look to their future careers and how they can impact people.

Schamber told the story of a young boy who wanted to become a writer. His mother was at odds with his goals

St. Augustine teacher Lindsey Schamber gave the keynote speech during commencement ceremonies Thursday, May 5. There will be 23 graduates this year. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye


suggesting the boy should be a brain surgeon who could not only make a lot of money but could save lives.

After seeing over the years the boy would not diverge from his goal, the mother became exasperated and frus-trated with him. Schamber said the boy responded in this way: “Mama, I don’t want to keep people from dying, I want to show them how to live.”

She advised students keep their faith and use it as a mainstay in their efforts. Schamber also told many fun anec-dotes involving graduating students over the years.

Two valedictoriansThere were two valedictorians at

this year’s commencement: Win Anne Nepomuceno and Tristan Wine.

Both used humour as a tool to speak to attendees. Nepomuceno said their fellow students helped create a memo-rable time in high school and each per-son’s qualities created an environment that created lasting friendships.

Wine added that being in a Catholic school has its fringe benefi ts. “One ad-vantage of being in a Catholic school is that we can pray before diploma exams,” he joked.

Both suggested graduates be unafraid to try new things and to make a differ-ence in the world in their own special way.


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Reception to followat the Rimbey Seniors Drop in Centre

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St. Augustine graduates set sites on the future

Years of hard work and St. Augustine Catholic School graduates are ready to see what the

future holds.Twenty-three will-be

graduates were recog-nized Thursday, May 5 at St. Augustine Catholic School with parents, teachers and family

Twenty-three St. Augustine graduates throw their caps in the air in celebration of graduating high school. This was the 10th graduation ceremony at the school. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye


members proud of their high school efforts. A key theme of the com-

mencement encouraged students to be true to themselves and to rely

on their faith in good and bad times.

Guest speakers in-

cluded Kevin Booth, as-sistant superintendent of St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Schools, Mayor Rick Bonnett, Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Ron Orr and Bruce Cutknife, Indigenous Education co-ordinator for the Nipisihkopahk Education Authority. Cutknife advised stu-dents remember that life is short. “Take every opportunity or chance to try new things that are different,” said Cutknife.

While life will bring bigger challenges as graduates get older, the trick is to remem-ber friends and family and learn from the past, added Bonnett. “Before you go ahead you will need to look to your past and your present.”

The struggles in the Fort McMurray wildfi res are a testament to the strength and resilience of what it means to be Albertan, offered Orr. He suggested students may take on roles sim-ilar to those of emer-gency workers in Fort McMurray.

“Some of you soon will be able to step into life and play some of those roles,” said Orr.

Principal Kevin Prediger praised grad-uands for being a group of articulate and in-clusive. Getting to this point was made possi-ble with help from grad-uates’ families. “This re-ciprocal relationship…has taught us lessons way beyond life,” said Prediger.

He is proud to have watched students grow and mature while at St. Augustine, which cele-brated its 10th gradua-tion ceremony.

“Have faith, live by your faith and let your faith guide you,” said Prediger.

“I thank you for shar-ing your spirit with us,” he concluded.

The commencement included the tradition-al passing of the torch from graduands to Grade 11 students.


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Over $300,000 earned at chuckwagon canvas auction

The who’s who of the World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) canvas auction converged on Ponoka to bid on their favourite drivers for the Ponoka Stampede.

Held at Ponoka Stampede’s Stagecoach Saloon Friday, May 6, the auction is the last big one of the year before the season gets under way. This year’s total money brought in $330,000, a drop from last year’s record-breaking sale of $519,000.

Kurt Bensmiller earned the highest bid with $20,000 from the Tsuu T’ina Nation. The average bid was $9,166.67 and the lowest bid was $4,500.

The Ponoka Stampede stop is a popular one as it sets the stage for the Calgary Stampede, explained Stampede vice-pres-ident Blair Vold. With the downturn in the economy, Vold said he was expecting a bit of a drop in amount auctioned.

He did say that one of the big draws of the Ponoka Stampede, and seeing the WPCA tour come through town, is the small-town western feel of the Ponoka Stampede. He suggests it is a welcoming environment for fans and wagon drivers.

“We always say that it’s a cowboy’s rodeo,” added Stampede president Mike Stretch.

Vold feels the drivers enjoy Ponoka’s rodeo because it sets the stage for them

competitively for the Calgary Stampede but it also gives them a chance at some great prize money, on top of the chance to win the $50,000 Dash for Cash fi nal showdown event.

“We’re over $250,000 on the prize money,” said Vold.

“It’s a feather in their hat if they can win Ponoka,” he added.

“And this year is our 80th,” said Stretch. “There’s a lot of special things that are going to be happening this year.”

WPCA ready for the seasonWPCA president Ed Wittchen enjoys the

Ponoka stop of the tour, stating the com-mittee works hard to ensure the drivers are taken care of.

Weathering the downturn in the econ-omy takes a balance of drivers getting to know buyers and creating long-term relationships.

“We know we’ve got to do something with Saskatoon, (Sask.) and something with Medicine Hat because we don’t get enough local buyers,” said Wittchen.

To address that challenge WPCA has created a committee to develop ways of creating local interest. Some drivers have also looked at creative ways to garner sponsorship by getting different groups to support portions of a series, thereby getting full coverage.

Other things drivers do is if they have a home base along the routes is only take the horses needed for those specifi c races.

Bid taker Chance Martin yells a successful bid Friday, May 6 during the Ponoka Stampede WPCA canvas auction. The event brought in $330,000, down from last year’s record-breaking sale of $519,000.



Drivers, sponsors and amount bid are as follows:* Kurt Bensmiller, Tsuu T’ina Nation, $20,000.00;* Chad Harden, Image Distributors, $18,000.00;* Codey McCurrach, Nelson Bros. Oilfi eld Services Ltd., $18,000.00;* Troy Dorchester, Team Rig & Supply, $18,000.00;* Chanse Vigen, Chanse Vigen Outlaws, $18,000.00;* Obrey Motowylo H & E Oilfi eld Services Ltd., $16,000.00;* Layne MacGillivray, ATB Financial, $15,000.00;* Gary Gorst, WPW Inc., $13,000.00;* Rick Fraser, Direct Horizontal Drilling, $12,000.00;* Kirk Sutherland, Legacy Ford, $11,000.00;* Luke Tournier, Quickline Crane & Rigging Inc., $10,000.00;* Kelly Sutherland, Red Deer Motors, $10,000.00;* Troy Flad, Ironwood Building Corp., $9,000.00;* Evan Salmond, Vold Jones Vold Auction, $8,000.00;* Jason Glass, Birchcliff Energy Ltd., $8,000.00;* Doug Irvine, B & R Eckel’s Transport Ltd., $8,000.00;* Mark Sutherland, Friends of Sutherland Racing, $8,000.00;* Roger Moore, Rusway Construction Ltd., $8,000.00;* Colt Cosgrave, High River Autoplex & RV, $8,000.00;* John Walters, Pidherney’s, $7,000.00;* Mitch Sutherland, Adams Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd., $7,000.00;* Cody Fraser, Midwest Pipelines Inc., $6,500.00;* Layne Bremner, Rai Lynn Trucking, $6,500.00;* Rae Croteau Jr., Goodman Roofi ng, $6,000.00;* Vern Nolin, Denton’s, $6,000.00;* Dustin Gorst, Service Plus Inns & Suites, $6,000.00;* Logan Gorst, Central Alberta Tile One, $5,500.00;* Chad Fike, Eagle Builders, $5,500.00;* Jordie Fike, Busted Ladies Lingerie, $5,000.00;* Darcy Flad, Westaskiwin Ready Mix, $5,000.00;* Mike Vigen, Pugh Farms, $5,000.00;* Curtis Morin, Ponoka Health Food Store, $5,000.00;* Ross Knight, Stagecoach Saloon, $4,500.00;* Cody Ridsdale, Triple K Oilfi eld Services, $4,500.00;* Cliff Cunningham, Horseshoe Paving, $4,500.00;* Jim Knight, Ponoka FCSS, $4,500.00.


A 4-H THANK-YOU TO THE 2016 BUYERS

Pictures are generously sponsored by PONOKA AG SOCIETY & PONOKA NEWSGrateful acknowledgement to photographer Naomi McKinney

Grand Champion SteerLisa Winter

Buyer: Rancher’s Castle Steakhouse

East Reserve Club ChampionMegan Bolton

Buyer: Adam’s Chev Buick GMC

West Reserve Club Champion SteerCarter McDowell

Buyer: Wagar Seeds

Isaac McCaugheyBuyer: Cash Chem

Reserve Grand Champion SteerHunter NicholsBuyer: Integra Tire

Central Reserve Champion SteerQuaid McKinney

Buyer: Birchland Dental Clinic

Jake SheppardBuyer: Kent Morrow Contracting

Brandon ShawBuyer: Ponoka Vet Clinic

East Club Champion SteerDakotah NicholsBuyer: Darcy’s Drilling

West Club Champion SteerPatrice Stalder

Buyer: Vold Jones Vold

Riley DeLeeuwBuyer: Crawford Agencies

Brenden GustafsonBuyer: UFA Bulk Fuel Ponoka


A 4-H THANK-YOU

TO THE 2016 BUYERS

Julianna HarveyBuyer: Ponoka Family Health Clinic

Wyatt McAllisterBuyer: Ponoka First Call Towing

Colby PadghamBuyer: Fountain Tire

Tawni KjennerBuyer: Hamilton’s IGA

Colter BreseeBuyer: Central Vet Clinic

Kormac BreseeBuyer: Pentagon Farm Centre

Dylan ShawBuyer: VJV Auction

Tasha KjennerBuyer: Superior Power Products Calgary

Emily HagemannBuyer: World Financial Group (Craig & Melodie Woods)

Brooklynn OlsonBuyer: Ponoka Fertilizer

Sam McCaugheyBuyer: Rick Cline & Staff of Cervus Ponoka

Jace JacklinBuyer: VJV Auction

Carter GustafsonBuyer: Ponoka Stampede Assoc.

Tade TonnesonBuyer: Roland Parker & Assoc.


THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTINGTHANK YOU FOR SUPPORTINGthethe 4-H SHOW AND SALE 4-H SHOW AND SALE

An extra special thank-you to Ponoka Coop Oils who support Ag Event Centre facility rental, banners and cash prizes and to Legacy Ford Ponoka for sponsoring the ribbons for all members and UFA Petroleum who sponsored $500 towards feed for the charity steer.

Our meal following the Sale this year was sponsored by Wetaskiwin Coop Country Junction, Vermilion Energy, AFSC and Bob Ronnie Catering. All buyers, 4-H members, families and guests enjoyed a wonderful steak supper.

Th e 4-H members also have sponsors that generously donate to the clubs at our Awards Night. We would be pleased to acknowledge and invite them to join us June 12th at the Legion 6 p.m. RSVP to Monica Harvey at [email protected] or 403-783-8744.

Abt Cattle CompanyAccu Publishing Adam’s Chevrolet Buick GMCAFSCATB FinancialBank of MontrealBattle River Insurance-Co-operatorsBob Ronnie Catering Central Vet ClinicCervus Equipment-John Deere Dan SkeelsDeb Stevens- Remax Do It Reclamation (2005)

Family Meats LtdG&S Meats LtdHamilton’s IGAJohn Paulson Sand & GravelJones Boys SaddleryLegacy Ford PonokaMarty McKinney-Investors GroupMcKinney Psychological Services Ponderosa FarmsPonoka Ag SocietyPonoka Chamber of CommercePonoka FertilizerPonoka News

Ponoka Vet ClinicRBC FinancialScissor Wizard Hair DesignServus Credit UnionStrand PrintingSturgeon SignsTown and Country SuppliesUFA Petroleum PonokaVermilion EnergyWedin’s Team Corporate Wetaskiwin Coop Country JunctionWill’s WeldingWindamar Enterprise Ltd

Th e members of Ponoka 4-H Beef would like especially to thank the following Show and Sale Sponsors whose contributions have made our Achievement Day possible:

Extra special thank-you’s

this year go out to

Ponoka & District 4H

2016 Cleavers

East Cleavers left–right: Seth Nickerson, Carter Dux,Reid Nickerson, Zach Dux, Holden Fox,

Deegan Scott, and William Bowes.

West & Central Cleavers left-right:

Jestin Jacklin(West Ponoka), Jackson Cline(West Ponoka),

Addison McKinney (Central Ponoka),

Jessy Sheppard(West Ponoka)

4-H members converge on Achievement Day

Months of working with steers and heifers cul-minated in the big 4-H Achievement Days for the Ponoka 4-H Beef Club last week.

The fi rst of the two-day event started with the heifer show Monday, May 2 and ended May 3 for the steer show and sale. “It is a time to celebrate months of hard work, 204 days to be exact, caring for a steer project,” said club president James Hagemann.

He enjoys seeing members proud and working hard to ensure their steers look the best in the auction ring. “It’s just nice to see the effort their putting into it,” he said.

This year, there were 26 steer projects with the addi-tion of charity steer Chubs, with the three clubs pitch-ing in to pay for the costs to raise him. The steer was raffl ed off with $7,595 raised through the sale of 1519 tickets going to the Ronald McDonald House charity.

4-H member Patrice Stalder shows off his steer Tuesday, May 3 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre Barn during the live auction of the event. His steer earned the West Champion ribbon.



Monica Harvey, secretary for the beef committee, said the east, central and west beef clubs shared in the costs of raising Chubs. “We’ve had really generous response in buying tickets.”

Marvin Beier was the lucky winner of the steer. He had it sold at auction and donat-

ed half the proceeds back to the 4-H club.

Judges look to teach and pick the best

Rancher Nathan and wife Lynn Stone were asked to judge the 4-H steers.

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4-H member Megan Bolton shows off her steer Tuesday, May 3 at the Calnash Ag Event Centre Barn during the live auction of the event. Her steer earned the East Reserve Champion ribbon.


Nathan, who also went through the 4-H program, said the main goal is to see the kids, who spend months raising their steer, have a good time. Second to that, he looks at how to show them ways to get

their steers ready for the big achievement day.

“It’s our opportunity to come and talk about their projects,” said Nathan.

His goal is to show 4-H kids what is needed to have a strong presentation. While it is important to be posi-tive, it’s equally important

to provide positive criticism to help a 4-H member.

Not only does he judge the merits of the steer and its usability to produce meat and steak, but he also takes the chance to have a dis-cussion with the members about their year and their project. Small pieces of

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4-H members convergeguidance can go a long way to helping the kids with their projects next season.

The projects also give members skills that may help them down the road if they enter the beef in-

dustry. Lynn added that the industry is getting more effi cient in taking raising and feeding steers. When the sale comes around 4-H members have a greater understanding of what it

takes to feed and care for a steer and what it brings in return.

“They will then take that picture and then use it in the cattle industry,” said Lynn.

Show results:Judged by Nathan Stone:

Grand Champion Steer, Lisa WinterReserve Grand Champion Steer, Hunter NicholsChampion Pen of Three West Ponoka Beef: Patrice Stalder, Colter Bresee and Carter McDowell;

Judged by Greg Bowie:Grand Champion Heifer, Julianna HarveyReserve Grand Champion, Heifer Emily ClineGrand Champion Cow/Calf, Julianna HarveyReserve Grand Champion Cow/Calf, Megan BoltonGrand Champion Senior Judging, Julianna Harvey

Judged by Riley Sharp:Grand Champion Intermediate Judging, Colby PadghamGrand Champion Junior Judging, Quaid McKinney

Champion Senior Grooming, Lisa WinterChampion Senior Showmanship, Lisa WinterChampion Intermediate Showmanship, Brenden GustafsonChampion Intermediate Grooming, Jace JacklinChampion Junior Showmanship, Quaid McKinneyChampion Junior Grooming, Quaid McKinney

Club Champions Judged byStan Skeels:

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Air cadets hold second annual squad run

Ponoka’s Air Cadets, friends and family got into the fi t-ness mode during a run aimed at raising funds to better their programs.

The Ponoka Air Cadet Society members and parent-teach-

Runners head out Saturday, May 7 during the Ponoka Air Cadet’s Squad Run, which started at Scout Hall. There were three routes: 3 km, 5 km and 10 km. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye


er committee came together to host the second annual squad run Saturday, May 7 starting at the Scout Hall, explained organizer Heidi Scharf.

“It’s a fairly fl at race. There’s a little bit of hills about halfway through the 10 km (run),” said Scharf.

There were three run routes: 3 km, 5 km and 10 km. This gave runners a chance to take a route that best suited their skills. Scharf said the routes were held mostly along the town’s river valley and trails with some points along Ponoka streets.

“We were really excited to do it. We were really thrilled with the support we had,” said Scharf.

She added that many of the people who took part last year joined in on the fun this year. Another benefi t of the run is that all the proceeds go to benefi ting Ponoka’s cadet program or to help pay for building rent and upkeep.

One area that Scharf was pleased to see is more than 30 volunteers came out to help ensure the run went smoothly. Folks were out along the route ensuring it was

safe for runners as well as cooking a celebratory beef on a bun lunch.

“That’s one thing that’s really great about our parent committee with our squadron is that they do help out,” said Scharf. “They’re very vested in their kids.”


CARRIER OF THE MONTHCongratulations to

Will Wareham

Susan Whitecotton, Circulation Supervisor, presentsWill with a $50 cheque recognizing excellent service in delivering

the newspaper for the month of April.

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Paige Brose, Admin. Asst. with BB/BS presents Dale Moench with a cheque for $1790.00. Dale was the lucky winner of the Ponoka Gold Rush Monthly Lottery for the month of April. You to could be a lucky winner! May draw will be Tuesday,May 31st. Contact Big Brothers Big Sisters for more information.

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Maskwacis bands declare Cree offi cial language of the reserve

The four First Nations of the Maskwacis Cree, the Samson Cree Nation, Ermineskin Cree Nation, Louis Bull Tribe and Montana Cree Nation have decided to declare Cree as the offi cial language of the reserve and that they would sign the relevant declaration on Tuesday, June 21.

A press release from the Maskwacis Cultural College (MCC) said the meeting of the four chiefs and council members of all four bands held on Wednesday, May 4 at the Peter Bull Memorial Recreation Centre had adopted the Maskwacîs Nžhîyawžwin Declaration that proclaims the offi cial language of Maskwacîs is Nžhîyawžwin (Cree).

During the meeting Jerry Saddleback, director of cultural studies at the MCC conducted a presentation entirely in Cree language.

The press release quoted Samson Chief Kurt Buffalo as stating “We will make this declaration for our peoples but I want it to go beyond our community. I will call upon the provincial govern-ment to recognize our language as one of the offi cial languages for this region, it can be done since the NWT passed legislation recognizing the Indigenous languages in their territory as offi cial languages.”

Chief Irvin Bull of Louis Bull Nation

said “We do not need to ask permission, we have that authority to enact what is best for our peoples and our nations but if government both provincial and federal are serious about renewed rela-tionships with the Indigenous peoples of this country, then they must recognize the basis of our culture, our language.”

Montana Band chief Darrell Strongman and Ermineskin Nation Chief Randy Ermineskin also made statements in support of the decision.

Bobbi Herrera, Director of College Advancement at MCC said in an inter-view the decision was a declaration of the claim for the right to speak their own language by Cree nations on their own land.

“Our language is the basis of our cul-ture and this decision will help us to re-vive our culture stolen by the residential schools,” she added.

Herrera said the declaration would be followed by steps that would include introduction of more comprehensive Cree language teaching in the curricu-lum at Maskwacis schools and programs for which funding would be needed from both provincial and federal gov-ernments.

The announcement came just a few days before Canada offi cially promised that it would sign The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Arts and singing a focus at St. Augustine show

This year’s production at St. Augustine Catholic School promises something a little different than the norm.

Guided by educational assistant and director Nicole Josephison, an arts showcase has been prepared, mostly by students who will be singing show tunes and presenting their artwork to attendees. What’s different is the songs are sung as capella, without any musical accompaniment.

Students have been working long hours to hone their tunes and voices for the musical numbers.

The showcase will also be presented as theatre in the round, which features chairs for attendees in a circular fashion with singers in the middle. Josephison struggled to contain her excitement with the production, which also fea-tures projected images on the walls of the school’s gym, where the showcase will be held.

“All our backdrops were designed in Photoshop by our students,” said

St. Augustine student Jeanelee Alfon (top left) sings Be Our Guest from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Sunday, May 8 during a dress rehearsal of the school’s musical and arts showcase set for Friday, May 13 and 14.


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Josephison.During the intermission, attendees

will be able to see hundreds of pieces of artwork created by the students. The entire show is a collaborative effort with Josephison, teachers and more than 50 students. The costumes were designed by student Kiara Johnson.

“She drew out a pattern. She consulted with me and we came up with a plan that was easy,” said Josephison.

The costumes are designed for quick

changes between numbers.What Josephison enjoyed the most

was seeing students grow in their vocal abilities and confi dence.

The arts and music showcase will be held for two days only: Friday, May 13 at 7 p.m and May 14 for 2 p.m. matinee. Advance tickets are $5 and tickets at the door are $7.

“There is something for everybody and you will not be disappointed,” she concluded.


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Taste of farming with antique equipment

While old time farm equipment may not work as fast as modern tractors, farmers still get a taste of joy when farming with horses.

Farming with Horses is the name of the program hosted by the Ponoka Agriculture Society that brings old time farm equipment and horses to plow and seed fi ve-acres of land just north of Ponoka. It’s not only a recognition of past farming tech-niques but the money earned from the harvest goes to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, says organizer Ken Pohl.

Seeding was held over the week-end with plow work happening on Saturday, May 7 on a hot plus-29 de-grees C day. Despite being “cooked” a little, Pohl said it was a fun experi-ence. “It brings back good memories for the old way of farming.”

When something breaks down, there is no real manual or electron-ics check. Farmers have to either search for a similar replacement part or even create one to do what is needed, explained Pohl.

“There’s lots of the old equipment around where you can go rob a part,” he added.

Sunday was spent harrowing and disking to get the seeding done. Not only was the work different, so was the weather — a testament to the farmers of the past who had no air conditioned, heated or covered cabs. On Sunday the wind and clouds came up with temperatures much lower than the day before.

“Yesterday I was cookin’ and sweating’ and today I’ve got my cov-eralls and toque on,” he joked.

He thanked all the teamsters and volunteers who came out to help.

Getting back into the workThere are some who just have

a love of working with horses so much, they just won’t stop.

Henry Fleck is well known for driv-ing the Ponoka Stampede Stagecoach at the Stampede grounds for many years. He had to take a hiatus to deal with some health issues and most recently, four weeks at the time of the seeding, he had a portion of his leg amputated.

Rather than sit at home, however, Fleck was out harrowing, showing son-in-law Kevin Prediger the ins and outs of driving a carriage drawn by two horses.

The 73-year-old has a clear under-standing of what is needed and with Prediger driving, he was able to give him valuable pointers. As long as he is able to move around there was no reason he couldn’t take part in the seeding. Fleck said it was a great opportunity to be out and about and show Prediger what makes driving the carriage work.

Farmers work antique farm equipment Sunday, May 8 for the Farming with Horses farm event. Volunteers plowed and seeded fi ve-acres using old time equipment.


Still time to join Race for Kids

There’s still time to put in a team to take part in the Ponoka Big Brothers Big Sisters Capital One Race for Kids fundraiser.

This is the fourth annual race in Ponoka, which is set for Saturday, May 28, explained Paige Brose, fundraising co-ordinator.

The goal? Run around town with a team of four people and fi gure out some top secret challenges that will then take you to the next stage of the race and eventually bragging rights. Brose suggests that not only does it help the cen-tre but it’s a great team building exercise. Last year’s race brought in $28,000 to help with programming in Ponoka.

Support is usually strong with teams getting dressed in goofy costumes. There are tons of fun prizes, added Brose.

She said where the money goes is to programs such as drop-in nights or with sports programs such as volleyball and dodgeball. Brose said her mother, Debbi Raugust, loved supporting the event last year so much that she is in it for another year.

Overall Big Brothers Big Sisters is hoping to raise $25,000 and bring 15 teams to the event. To register contact Brose at 403-783-3112 or by email at [email protected].

A website with links to support Ponoka is also at www.raceforkids.ca/ponoka. Registration starts at 1 p.m and the actual race starts at 2 p.m. with a barbecue to follow.

Ponoka’s Big Brothers Big Sisters is preparing for another fun Race for Kids event set for Saturday, May 28. The goal is to raise $25,000 this year. File photo



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Don Laing Trailers shutting doorsAfter 33 years of busi-

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has closed up shop.The business clos-

ing auction was held Monday, May 2 at the Don Laing Trailer shop at the

Highway 53 and Highway 2 interchange.

Inger Laing started out with her husband, Don, as a farm equipment com-

pany in the area before eventually moving out to the highway in 1995. Since the move, Laing and her husband, who died

A crowd gathers around a number of items up for sale during the closing out auction at Don Laing Trailer Sales along Highway 2 just west of Ponoka on Tuesday. Photo by Jordie Dwyer

Local Ford dealer wins

second industry award

Ponoka’s Legacy Ford was one of several Ford and Lincoln dealerships select-ed for recognition with the 2015 President’s Award by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited.

The local dealership has won the award for the sec-ond consecutive year for providing a superior cus-tomer experience in sales, service and overall dealer-ship experience.

“Earning The President’s Award signifi es our entire staff’s dedication to deliv-ering superior customer satisfaction day in and day out,” Ross North, Legacy Ford general manager was quoted as saying in a press release.

Ford of Canada intro-duced The President’s Award in 2000.


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in 2009, helped develop the area into an industri-al/commercial zone that now features several large businesses.

“We pioneered this whole area I guess,” said Laing.

Her focus before and during the auction was to ensure that she crossed all the “T”s and dotted the “I”s. Once the sale was all complete, Laing said she was pleased with the turnout and how the sale went.

Why did she close shop? The timing was right, re-sponded Laing. She was already considering re-tirement and the down-turn in the economy made the decision that much easier.

What she will remem-ber most is the dedica-tion of her customers, of which she is grateful for the many years of sup-port. All that’s left to com-plete is the sale of the land. “We’ve got some good interest in it,” said Laing.

Once the land is sold, she intends to buy a nice motor coach to trav-el around and visit the many sites of Canada.


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The summer tourist invasion will soon be upon usAs we swing into summer, the beach-

es will be beckoning, the campgrounds will open to the masses and our pris-tine parks and recreation areas from the prairies to the mountains will become the natural playground for all ages of fun seekers in shorts and sandals. With the low loonie and gas prices, we will soon be invaded by thousands of sun and sand seekers from across Canada, the United States and throughout the globe….and of course we will roll out the welcome mat and act as perfect and always patient hosts.

Believe it or not, there are always lots of questions that our Parks offi cials are asked by excited visiting tourists, some really quite overwhelming and off-the-wall, and yours truly just could not resist coming up with some quick-ie and totally wacky answers..

*Is there anywhere I can see the bears pose? From behind the fence at the Calgary Zoo.

*I saw an animal on the way to Banff today…could you tell me what it was? Likely the wild Alberta Gopher, who will pop up anywhere, and quite often

becomes ‘road kill’.*Do they search you at

the B.C. border? I doubt it, but don’t ever try to sneak out with one of our wild animals, plants or precious rocks in your trunk.

*Whats the best way to see Canada in a day? Buy an atlas.

*Are there birds in Canada? Just gaze up in the sky or eat lunch under a tree and you may soon get a warm and wet welcome from our magnifi cent winged creatures.

*Where can I fi nd Alpine Flamingos? Way up in the Alpine mead-ows next to the wild fl owers and cranky mountain goats.

*Is it okay to keep an open bag of bacon on the picnic table or should I store it in my tent? Nix to all of that nonsense unless you want to have a very hairy and extra grumpy guest for

dinner.*Where can I buy

a racoon hat? All Canadians have one, don’t they? They used to hang on the wall of Hudson’s Bay Trading Post, which closed 125 years ago, but maybe try Wal-Mart?

*Where can I get my husband really lost? At West Edmonton Mall on a Saturday afternoon.

*Where do they put all the animals at night? As far away from the tour-ists as possible.

*How do you get your Alberta Lakes so blue? Park Staff: We take the water out in the winter

and paint the bottom blue. Tourist: What a great idea.

*Don’t you Canadians know any-thing? We know enough to be pre-pared to meet a whole lot of real char-acters, look forward to selling them lots of our made-wherever ‘treasures’,

and don’t mind occasionally rescuing them when they get lost back-country.

*Are their phones in Banff? We have winter and summer phones that work in all weather, but if you have your own fancy phone the higher up you go the better reception you will get.

*How do elk know that they are supposed to cross at the ‘elk crossing’ signs? They are the smartest and saf-est animals in the park. They follow those nice green, grassy, and quiet paths that are far above the idiots down below who are speeding, tex-ting, and yelling at their kids.

*At what elevation does an elk be-come a moose? I won’t even try to answer that one, but before they all go hiking in the bush they should fi rst go the library and buy an ‘animals of Alberta’ book, and don’t forget to take along bear and bug spray, a bell, a whistle, and a compass.

Whatever the case, hopefully all of you are busy planning for a fabulous summer with family and friends, but please play safe and share the joy with others. In the meantime, in between time, have a great week, all of you.

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Something for everyone at Ponoka Jubilee LibraryWe want to thank ev-

eryone who helped Jerry Siemens far surpass his goal of $500 in his ‘Chop the Mop’ campaign for the Canadian Cancer Society. The great peo-ple of Ponoka helped him raise almost $1000! We had great fun watching him have his head buzzed, and he was able to gather up all of his hair to be made into a wig for someone going through cancer treatment. We real-ly appreciate when our community steps up and gets involved in a good cause. And to all of our little Star Wars friends, your costumes were awesome. Hope you all had fun and enjoyed your prizes.

We’ve been thinking about our neighbours to the north in Fort McMurray and how devastating their situation must be. The idea of an entire city having to fl ee and not knowing what they are going to come back to is mind-blowing. But in the midst of all the sadness and de-struction, it is absolutely amazing to see how Albertans band together to try and help. Even at a time when the economic situation in our prov-ince is far from ideal, everyone is more than ready to donate anything they can, whether it be their time, money, household items or even a spare room. I moved to Ponoka from Edmonton, and really appreciate the small town life, where people are willing to lend a hand and open their hearts, and all of a sudden Alberta is proving itself to be one big small

town. I’m sure that ev-eryone knows it already, but donations can be made to the Canadian Red Cross to help all of the people affected by the fi re; all of the funds raised will be matched by both the provincial

and federal government.We have a couple of exciting events

coming up soon, check out our web-site and Facebook page for more in-formation about the following:

May 20, 2 p.m.: Free family movie, ‘The Goosebumps Movie’ will be play-ing.

May 28, 1-3 p.m.: Board games and pizza for ages 9-14. Must regis-ter-please contact the library.

May 30, 11 a.m.: Final story time party

June 11, 7 p.m.: Great wines under $25.00, a wine tasting. Tickets half sold.

June 12, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.: Non-restricted and restricted fi rearms course.

June 13-June 30: Summer Reading Club registration

June 18, 1-4 p.m.: Father’s Day BBQ and birdhouse building, for fathers and their kids to enjoy some time to-gether. Space is limited, must register.

June 24, 2 p.m.: Free family movie, ‘Land Before Time’, a classic.

July 5-August 26: Summer Reading Club for ages 5-12.

July 26, 10:30 a.m.: Medicine River Wildlife Centre will be visiting the library to teach about wildlife con-servation and introducing us to their

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Open house and grand opening: Members of the Ponoka Potters Guild stand at the ready for the grand opening and open house of the guild on Saturday, May 7. The guild was open most of the day with over 100 visitors attending the new location at the old Ponoka Elementary School on the second fl oor.


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Ponoka County utilizes herbicides for weed and brush control along County owned Right-Of–Ways. This is done as part of an integrated vegetation management plan consisting of mowing, hand picking, hand brushing, and brush mulching. Vegetation control provides for safe roadways through improving sightlines and visibility for motorists and to allow motorists to detect wildlife in the roadside ditches. Also, by controlling unwanted Prohibited Noxious and Noxious weeds, the County decreases the risk of invasive plant encroachment into area farm production and to the environment. All roads within the County are subject to spot or blanket spraying from May to October (weather depending).

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Search for solution for politicians to joinStampede parade

Central Alberta politicians who enjoy the parade circuit want their time to shine at the Ponoka Stampede parade.

Recent changes to how the parade is organized, which saw area politicians watch the parade rather than be in it, caused some to be disgruntled at the difference.

Town council is looking at ways to give area politicians a chance to shine and represent their community while still reducing the overall length of the parade — at times 20 to 25 minutes longer when area politicians are included. The issue was recently discussed during a committee of the whole meeting.

Generally politicians will use vintage cars, or their own, to take part in the parade to represent their community but the logistics of the increased cars adds time to the parade.

“We had quite a few dignitaries riding in cars that took up quite a bit of space and time,” explained Coun. Carla Prediger of the need for a change.

The Ponoka Stampede and Exhibition Association, in consultation with Mayor Rick Bonnett tried to manage that last year by providing politicians with a reserved location along the parade route to watch with council. But that didn’t sit too well with some.

Prediger said area politicians on the sidelines felt it was disrespectful not to include them in the parade. She added that some residents were also unhappy that local coun-cillors were not part of the parade, which put planners in a bit of a conundrum: fi nding a balance of representation and reducing the parade length.

Dignitaries such as Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Ron Orr or Red Deer-Lacombe MP Blaine Calkins were included in the parade but more local dignitaries were not.

One suggestion was to put local dignitaries on a fl atbed truck to take the parade and mitigate the number of ad-ditional cars needed.

Coun. Loanna Gulka added that the issue dignitaries had was that they did not have a chance to showcase their community.

Gulka and Coun. Marc Yaworski are on a committee with town staff to fi nd a solution to the challenges.

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Long-serving volunteer makes big donation

Two nearby communities will benefi t from an area vol-unteer’s commitment and long service.

Warren Bloomquist, a well known resident of the Calumet area for close to 40 years and operator of a purebred/commercial cow-calf venture, has given up his director seat on the Community Futures East Parkland (CFEP) after 14 years of representing the Bashaw and eastern portion of Ponoka County.

CFEP in a non-profi t organization that provides busi-nesses with advice, fi nancial and economic development assistance to small companies as well as those wishing to start up a business. CFEP is based in Mirror and serves a vast area encompassing Bashaw, Blackfalds, Alder Flats, Rimbey, Bentley, Millet, Castor and Delburne.

As a result of Bloomquist having to leave his post on the board, his service was recognized by CFEP with a donation of $1,400 that he has decided to split between a pair of community-based groups that are close to him and his family.

On his behalf, CFEP is donating $400 to the Calumet Community Society and $1,000 to the Mecca Glen School athletics program. The two non-profi t groups meet the criteria in that they either build capacity within the region or assist in economic development in the area.

“It’s a great honour to recognize Warren’s great service to Community Futures East Parkland and the business community in general with these donations,” explained CFEP board chair Brenda Feenstra at the donation ceremony at Mecca Glen School on Wednesday, May 4.

“I’m always amazed at how these donations help strengthen the community and how close knit these small communities we support are and how much they really appreciate the money they receive.”

Feenstra added that Bloomquist was one of the people most responsible for helping businesses throughout Bashaw and Ponoka County develop and grow through lending decisions made by CFEP.

“As the volunteer representative for the area they are the ones helping make those decisions, who come to the board table with insight into their communities, but more importantly, work with the other members to direct re-sources and activities to benefi t the entire region,” she said.

For Bloomquist, the recognition is nice. However, it’s important for him that this money is going to support some wonderful work in the community.

“It’s been an incredible time helping provide support through Community Futures as essentially the lender of last resort for small businesses wish to strengthen, grow

Warren Bloomquist, centre, presents (l-r)) teacher Adam Troitsky and principal Dan Walker representing Mecca Glen School and Calument Community Society president John Olson with cheques totalling $1,400 along with Community Futures East Parkland (CFEP) board chair Brenda Feenstra during a ceremony at Mecca Glen School on Wednesday, May 4. The donations come as a result of Bloomquist receiving $100 for each year he served on the CFEP board, now that he is leaving his position. Photo by Jordie Dwyer


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Alberta Health Services (AHS) announced last week of a palliative care volunteer training course that will make a difference in pa-tients’ and loved ones’ lives.

“Working as part of a diverse team of healthcare professionals at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre, palliative care volunteers help support the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their loved ones,” states the re-lease.

To help them prepare for the role, those who regis-ter will need to complete 12 hours of education and training before they vol-unteer. The palliative care volunteer training course and information session will be held Tuesday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 1 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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or start up a business as well as providing them with many of the tools they need to continue to be successful,” he stated.

“The people on the board and from throughout the area have been great and my time serving on the board has been extremely fulfi lling for me. The comrade with such a cohesive bunch of people wanting to help was wonderful.”

And his community is very glad for the support as well, as both Mecca Glen principal Dan Walker and Calumet Community Society president John Olson thanked Bloomquist for his generosity.

“This kind of commitment encompasses not just sports like volleyball and basketball, but is a huge help in main-taining our whole athletics program and even extends beyond the school. The entire community comes out to watch and support, so this is also about helping keep this community together,” said Walker.

With his time done, Warren has continued to pass along that helpful attitude with his son Eric taking his place as the CFEP director for the region.


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Ponoka soccer in winning streakIt was all wins for Ponoka’s soccer scene last week, when

all teams that took to the pitch fi nished with convincing victories, from men’s team to U14 boys.

In the Battle River League men’s fi xture, Ponoka’s Storm returned from Wetaskiwin on Sunday, May 8 with a 5-1 win over Pylons under their belt. Eric Ehscheid scored four of the fi ve goals and Thomas Hefti undersigned the other. The Storm have a bye this week and will host the newly assem-bled Stettler men’s team on Monday, May 23 at 6 p.m. at the new Lucas Heights fi eld.

In the UI8 category, both Ponoka teams displayed impressive performances and got solid results. On Monday, May 2, the boys hosted Sylvan Lake in a game that turned out to be an easy walk against a mixed team, which included players of both genders. Ponoka players scored almost at will, fi nishing the fi rst half with a score of 9-0 and became a little complacent in the second and took it easy and conceded two goals while scoring their last three. Those who put their names on the score sheet included Jarret Henderson (4), Lewis McDowell (3), Josh Parent (2) and Alex Mercer, Sean Rowland and Rian van der Westhuizen one each. On the female side, Ponoka hosted Stettler on Wednesday, May 4 and sent the visitors home without a single point, winning the game by a score of 4-0. Jamie Smith scored twice, Jamie Vanderbrink added one and the tally was completed by Emma Bendera, who was called up from the U16 girls’ team for the game. “We needed another body,” explained Ponoka coach Lonny behm.

In the U14 boys’ affair, the visiting Sylvan Lake again fi eld-ed a mixed team of boys and girls and they failed to put up any serious challenge to the enthusiastic Ponoka boys, who scored easily in the fi rst 30 minutes of the game, but then slowed down a little before raising the tempo again towards the end. Ponoka boys won 8-2. Scorers for the Ponoka side were Niklas Schlak (3), Jace Van Scheik (2), Connor Stiles, Jan Harm Bakker and Bryce Scott one each.

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Jamie Vanderbrink takes a shot at the Stettler goal from a very narrow angle but manages to score the fourth and last goal for Ponoka side as Jamie Smith (#20) monitors the position during the U18 women’s game in Ponoka on Wednesday, May 4. Photo by Mustafa Eric

Ponoka’s Josh Parent tries to wrestle the ball away to maintain Ponoka’s attack on the Sylvan Lake goal in the second half of the game of two U18 teams on Monday, May 2. Ponoka won the game 12-2.

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Coaches celebrated another year of Broncs football Wednesday, May 4 during the Broncs awards night. Here (l-r) coaches Cody Baird, Darryl Feschuk and Jamie Blinkhorn pose with Braeden Korchinski, Grade 12, who earned the MVP and Best Defensive Player awards.

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Coaches celebrate

another year of Broncs football

Senior Broncs football players had their mo-ment in the spotlight during a team awards banquet Wednesday, May 4 at Ponoka Secondary Campus with coaches highlighting the dedica-tion of players over the

season.Co-coach Cody Baird

said in an interview that it also gave the team a chance to recognize their fi rst win last season. While the program is still growing, Baird suggests as new players come up from the Bantam pro-gram, they will start to see more wins.


One example of that was in the Hamilton IGA Rookie Award, which saw Grade 10 player Clayton Raugust as the recipient. Baird said Raugust start-ed in the bantam pro-gram. “He’s the youngest player on our team and he’s still a starting de-fensive back.”

Raugust’s football fu-ture is promising. Not only was he integral in big plays, he is always excited to be on the fi eld and play for Ponoka. That and taking the time to learn the game made Raugust — who plays with Battle River Shock at other times in the year — a valuable asset to the

team.Best Defensive Player

and the Goody Award (MVP) went to Braeden Korchinski, Grade 12. What earned Korchinski the two awards is his athletic ability on the fi eld. Baird said when op-posing coaches come up to him after a game stat-ing that they changed their plays to deal with Korchinski, they knew he deserved the accolade. “Other coaches had to scheme against him.”

“He’s a true leader,” said Baird. “He’s a gifted athlete to be honest.”

Another reason for earning the MVP award was if the team’s quar-

terback had an injury, Korchinski stepped into the role to cover.

Offensive Player of the Year went to Doug Burton, Grade 12. “He’s been through our pro-gram his entire high school career,” said Baird.

What set Burton apart is his ability to move quickly, and intensely when needed.

“Every play, he plays like the game is on the line.”

The Darryl Feschuk Passion Award went to Kelly Cook, Grade 12. Baird said Cook showed Broncs Pride on and off the fi eld and he was a true ambassador for the

team. On the fi eld, when players were out with in-juries, Cook would jump into their position and he would know what to do without direction.

Special Team Player of the Year went to Harlin Buffalo, Grade 12. “He’s a quiet leader but is able to lead by example,” said Baird.

With the many inju-ries over the year, there were games that Buffalo didn’t leave the fi eld, which is one reason he earned the award.

Lineman of the Year went to Ashton Soosay for his passion for the game. There were times that Soosay’s passion changed the fl ow of the game. “He has the big-gest will to do the best,” said Baird.

“Through his passion he is able to spark other players,” he added.

Next season outlookInjuries plagued the

team this year and while coaches and players struggled to gain some momentum in games, Baird suggests they have much to be proud of.

Spring camp started this past Tuesday, May 10 and while there are many seniors leaving, Baird is also optimis-tic about the outlook of seeing players come up from the Bantam pro-gram. He is excited to see who steps up from the Bantam program to the senior team.


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Hundreds of teams competed in two different team roping events hosted at the Calnash Ag Events Centre over the weekend of Friday, May 6 to Sunday, May 8.Around 400 teams took part in the second Ponoka qualifi er of Team Roping Canada on Friday evening and Saturday while some 600 teams competed throughout Sunday in the World Series event. Competitors came throughout western Canada and included riders from Manitoba to B.C. Results were not available at press time. According to their published schedule, Team Roping Canada will have two more qualifi ers in Ponoka in the run-up to their fi nals in Calgary in September.

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Baby steps for newly formed girls’ lacrosse team

In any new endeavour, growth comes in baby steps.

For Lacoka’s Bantam girls lacrosse team, those baby steps come one game at a time with coaches and players celebrating the little successes. The female team played the Sherwood Park Titans Sunday, May 8 and while they lost 10-1, the players were all smiles after leaving the arena.

Coach Julie Barnes said the Locos have an uphill battle playing in the Edmonton female lacrosse league as many of the other teams have been playing since novice stage, but the sport is still new for Lacoka’s bantam girls.

“Our girls have either played a year or are either brand new to it this year. We just need to learn some new stick skills,” she offered.

Learning is continuous. Barnes said coaches bring in drills that help hone several important techniques in the sport. She added that with one drill it was possible for players to learn several different aspects of lacrosse.

While players may have a learning curve the attitude is always positive. “We have a great captain (Allison Swan). She’s always on the bench applauding the girls.”

Dealing with strong offence the Lacoka’s Bantam girls lost a strong 10-1 game against the Sherwood Park Titans, Sunday, May 8 in Ponoka. Here (l-r) Haylee DeJonge and Kaylee Shantz put on the pressure. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye


On top of that, Barnes says the players are celebrating their successes on and off the court.

“It would be easy to them to hang their heads but with our group of girls they get along so well. They bring each other up.”

Barnes’ hope is to see more female athletes try out the sport so that it develops and grows.


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CARLSON, Kenneth HenningKen peacefully passed away after a valiant, lengthy battle with cancer in the Red Deer Regional Hospital with his family by his side on April 22, 2016.Ken was a remarkable man who everyone that knew him remembers his love for his family, his gentle ways, his loud deep belly laugh and notorious side burns, his dads hands, and his knowledge of mechanics. He enjoyed great conversations and endless cups of coffee; he was always reliable, and giving of his time. Not only was he a wonderful husband, but an amazing dad, papa, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a man that was loved by all!Ken arrived into this world on Tuesday, December 4, 1945 at 10 a.m. in Wetaskiwin, Alberta to Henning and Thelma

Carlson. He grew up on a farm on the north end of Gull Lake and attended Wilmot and Crestomere Schools. Wrenching was a passion of Kens, his interest in vehicles started at the early age of 13. He met the love of his life, Rosemarie Marion in 1965, after venturing north up the Alaska Highway in search of work as a mechanic. They were married on August 6, 1966, and together they had 2 children, Deborah and Darren. The family relocated to the Crestomere area in 1974, back to the farm where Ken grew up. Any of the jobs that he did always included a big truck, he had a gravel truck when he fi rst started and then moved into the oilfi eld with Gibson’s energy in 1977 and has been with the company since. Ken also operated heavy equipment, doing road maintenance for oil companies around Ponoka and surrounding areas for nearly 20 years.Throughout the years, he enjoyed salmon fi shing, boating, snowmobiling, goldmining with his brother Miles, fl ying with his brother Blaine, restoring classic cars and trucks, and racing his yellow Dart.He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 50 years Rosemarie; his daughter Deborah Schneider of Ponoka; son Darren and Laura Carlson of Lacombe; six grandchildren: Brandyn Schneider (Katie Schlender), Laurissa Schneider (Jordan Cooper), Sarah Carlson, Nathan Carlson, Halle Carlson, and Cole Carlson; brothers Miles Carlson of Fort Assiniboine and Blaine and Val Carlson of Ponoka; Rosemary’s family: Oscar and Joyce Marion, John and Debbie Marion, Joe Marion, Julie and Larry Kirkpatrick, Frank Marion, Betty Yuen, and Vern Marion; as well as numerous special cousins, nieces and nephews.He was predeceased by his parents Henning and Thelma Carlson, sister-in-law Linda Carlson and nieces Teena Sawyer and Suzy Carlson.An interment service was held at Gull Lake Cemetery and a Celebration of Ken’s life followed on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Ponoka.In loving memory of Ken, memorial tributes are gratefully accepted to the Gull Lake Cemetery, Ponoka Hospital Palliative Care or the CIPAG Clinic (Dr. Castillo’s Clinic in Tijuana, Mexico).The family would like to thank Dr. Halse, Dr. Castillo and Dr. Espinosa, the Red Deer Palliative Unit and all the staff involved in the exceptional care and compassion towards Ken. The respect shown by everyone to our family during this diffi cult time has been greatly appreciated.To express condolences to Ken’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.

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CHALMERSIt is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Gregory Leroy Chalmers of Gull Lake, Alberta, who passed away at his home on Friday, May 6, 2016 at the age of 60 years.Greg was born on January 21, 1956 in Lacombe, Alberta. He did rock crushing and a year of custom combining across the U.S.A., and was building houses for Dowling Brothers when he married Vicky Steiger in 1981. They took over a dairy farm near Hoadley, Alberta. In the early 90s, Greg moved back into home construction with Spectrum Enterprises, which he started with his close friends, Jim and Blake. Greg and Vicky sold the dairy business and relocated to Gull Lake a short time later. Greg and his family moved into Rimbey for a few years,

and this is where he met his second wife, Barb. They were united in marriage in 1999, and moved back to the Gull Lake area where Greg spent the rest of his life on his dad’s original property, eventually planning to open a golf course under the Diamond C name. In those last years at Gull Lake, Greg’s career path included a variety of jobs from home restoration, to construction, to truck driving. At the time of his passing, he had just purchased his own truck and was starting up his new company, Twin Coulee Ventures.

“Greg was a great man who will be missed dearly by many people.”Greg will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife, Barb; and his children, Luke (Brandy) of Gull Lake; Crystal (Rickie) of Blackfalds; Jessica (Chris) of Blackfalds; Carl of Edmonton; Carolyn also of Blackfalds; and Nicholas (Natasha) of Rimbey. “Opa” will also be missed by his seven cherished grandchildren: Morgan, Davis, Zane, Samuel, Autumn, Blake, and Maddi. He will also be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by two brothers: Craig (Sue) of Beaumont; and Darcy (Marlene) of Sherwood Park; in addition to numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, and a host of treasured friends. Greg was predeceased by his parents, Ron and Elsie; and his fi rst wife, Vicky in 1997. Family and Friends are invited to a Prayer Vigil which will be held at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church, Rimbey on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church, Rimbey on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Father Les Drewicki, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Gull Lake Cemetery, Gull Lake. If friends desire, memorial tributes in Greg’s Memory may be made directly to the Edmonton Emergency Relief Services Society ~ Fort McMurray Fire, 10255 - 104 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1B1 (www.eerss.org); or to the Red Deer Live-In Society, Box 20005, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 6X5. Condolences to the Chalmers Family may also be expressed by e-mail to: special_refl [email protected]

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Marjorie (Marge) Hoffman (nee Schultz) passed away on May 4, 2016 at the age of 70 years. Born on March 11, 1946 in Provost, Alberta to John and Katherine Schultz, Marge was raised in Chauvin where her family owned and operated a pool hall. In the mid-60s the Schultz family moved to Ponoka where her future husband, Ken, and

Marge fi rst met while working together at the Alberta Hospital. Married on July 23, 1966, Ken and Marge moved out to the Hoffman family farm northwest of Ponoka in the Usona district. Marge will always be remembered for her witty sense of humor, love of her family and her desire to help anyone in need. She was a Women’s Institute (WI) member since 1967, and loved to take part in the meetings and the various activities the WI took part in. She also rolled and counted money for Unicef for many years, and once walked 15 miles from Crestomere to Ponoka in order to raise money for a history book. On the home front, Marge always loved to bake and decorate cakes which always impressed family and friends. She also always kept in touch with those close to her heart with regular phone calls; she always loved to hear how everyone was doing and catch up the little things. Marge will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 50 years, Ken; her son Greg, his wife Annitta and their two children Kassandra and Kayden; as well as Marge’s daughter Laurie and her two children Matthew and Rylee. Additionally, she is survived by her sister Barb (Darrell) Jenkins, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Joanne Schultz and her step-siblings Lawrence Schultz, Leo Schultz, and Francis Villemaire. A Funeral Service was held at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ponoka at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2016 with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta. To express condolences to Marge’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.



CADOGANEva

Ole and Borghild Berg gave birth to Eva Othilia Cadogan in Tristram, Alberta on December 19, 1925. She entered Heaven’s gates on April 27, 2016. A mother and homemaker, Eva was excellent at making people laugh and enjoyed going out for lunch with her family and friends. She took pride in her

appearance, always dressed to the nines. She also loved to watch soap operas, talk shows, and hockey. She loved watching the Edmonton Oilers, in hopes that they would have beat the Canuck to bug her son in law, Ken. Another past time of hers was knitting, crocheting and fi shing. Eva was predeceased by her loving husband Richard Colwyn Cadogan, her daughter Brenda Eva Cadogan and her four siblings Clayton Berg, Lance Berg, Dennis Berg and Edith Berg-Cadogan. Eva is survived by her children Reg Cadogan (Sylvia Anderson), Sandy Klatt (Ken); siblings Irene Miller, Dora Davies, Norman Berg, Elmer Berg, Wenny Berg, and Dayton Berg; grandchildren Lauri-ann Phalempin, Wade Nicholson, and Shannon Chiccarelli. She also has left behind six great-grandchildren, Taylor Phalemin, Tenniel Phalempin, Savanna Phalempin, Brooklyn Nicholson, Jaylah Nicholson and Aleesia Chiccarelli. Her children and son-in-law lovingly cared for her the last 7 years of her life. The Northcott Care Centre’s staff in the last few years, had provided excellent care for our beloved Eva. The Funeral was held Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:00 at Ponoka Funeral Home.John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” To express condolences to Eva’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.



KLIMEC, Mabel Mabel Klimec (nee Hlookoff) was born on June 11, 1936 in Shouldice, Alberta and passed away on April 24, 2016 in Lacombe at the age of 79 years. Mabel leaves to mourn her husband of 53 years, Sam Klimec; three sons: William (Laverne, Amanda and Matthew), Sammy (Alison, Avery and Serge), and Peter (Kimberly, Logan and Reid); nephew Mike Yadlos (Samantha, Jon-

athan and Chloe); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Mike and Dora Hlookoff, sister Mary Yadlos, and numerous aunts and uncles. A Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 2, 2016 with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to any charity of your choice. To express condolences to Mabel’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.



CUNNINGTON, NeilNeil Cunnington passed away on Monday, May 2, 2016 in Ponoka at the age of 83 years. He was born on August 30, 1932 in Swalwell, Alberta. Neil is survived by his wife Linda Cunnington; children Joe (Donna) Cunnington, Joan Johansen Hornett (Dave Hornett), Kevin (Lynette) Johansen, Darcy (Renee) Cunnington, and Tammy Cunnington (Martin Piffer); several grandchildren and great-

grandchildren; as well as many other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Neil’s Life will be held at the Ponoka Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Stollery Children’s Hospital or any charity of your choice. To express condolences to Neil’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.



In loving memory of Ryan A. Peter Zimmer

May 12, 1983 - May 10, 2015

One year has passed since that sad day when one we loved was called away,

God took him home, it was his will,

within our hearts he lives still.We do not need a special day

to bring you to our mind,The days that we don’t think of you

are very hard to fi nd.

Forever loved and missed Mom Maxine, dad Lyle, brother Darren, Gramma Hilda and extended families

KLEMICWe would like to thank everyone who came to celebrate the life of Mabel Klemic - partner, wife, Babba, friend, auntie. A special thank you to Marlon Womold and staff - you are unique people. Your strength and guidance will never forgotten. Thank you to Doreen Scott for your very straight forward and direct service. Thank you to Anne Barnes for her eulogy. Thank you Bob and Deb and company for the luncheon after the service. A special thank you to all who visited and sent fl owers through Mabel’s seven months of confi nement. Thank you to the staff at Ponoka and Red Deer hospitals, and the staff at Lacombe Long Term Care. Your patience and kindness helped Mabel through some pretty tough times. Once again to everyone who Mabel touched, you will have a special place in our hearts.

~ Sam Klemic and Families

HALLWe wish to convey our heartfelt thanks to the Ponoka County Fire Department, neighbors and friends who

came to our assistance on Saturday. Without the help of total strangers, friends and the fi refi ghters we would

have lost everything but with their hard work and perseverance they pulled off a miracle and we are

forever indebted to everyone. We do not know the cause of the grass fi re that started at our neighbours grass/tree area which within minutes in these tinder dry conditions moved and threatened our

shop and home but what we do want to relay is for everyone to be diligent and obey the fi re bans, off road

vehicle restrictions and do not discard cigarettes or glass as it is a very explosive condition in Alberta and

the fi re moves extremely quickly.Again, we cannot convey adequately our thanks to all who helped out and we wish them health and safety.

SincerelyPeter, Chris, Garrett, Justin and Cassie Hall

OROMThe family of the late Rudy Orom would like to send

heartfelt thanks to all who have offered support, sympathy and many kindnesses during this time of

bereavement. We would like to thank friends and family who attended the funeral, those who have given

donations and those who have sent condolences. We would also like to thank Sheila Bartsch and George

Jason for their musical contributions, the lunch committee of the church and Pastor Tim Graff for conducting the

service. And a fi nal thanks to the Ponoka Funeral Home for their excellent handling of the arrangements.


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fect home based business. Full details call now!

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

Misc.Help 880

S T A M P E D E

isnow

HIRING

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off resumes in

person or fax

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PositionsWanted 895

EXCAVATORFOR HIREANY TYPEOF WORK

BIG or Small403-352-0570

SALES & SERVICE

BOTTLE DEPOT

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

Call Jim Ashbough 403-783-2764or Cell: 587-729-0092

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

5306 - 60 ST, PONOKA, AB T4J 1K7

PH: (403) 783-6372 • FAX (403) 783-6345

“Reasonable rates on all your plumbing needs”Gas Fitting - Home Renovations - Drain Cleaning

-24 HOUR SERVICE-

PLUMBING

SHANDALL PLUMBING LTD.

JAMES AVERY

OVERHEAD DOORS

www.doorsondemand.ca

403-783-2454

#4, 3616 67 St. Ponoka, AB

Gerald & TinaOwners

403-304-7770

CARPENTRY

Worth While Carpentry Services

Since 1999

• Finishing • Stairs• Decks • Basement Framing• Exterior Carpentry & more

Brian Worth403-302-1518 (cell)

403-783-4728 (office)

DENTISTRY

Family Friendly Dentistry

Box 11004905 50 St.Rimbey, ABT0C 2J0

RIMBEYDENTALCAREDR. STEVE CALDER BSC DDS

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

HEATING

IRRIGATION

“Committed to your comfort”

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

DENTAL CARE

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

Robin Esau

[email protected]

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

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

“WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY WELCOME NEW PATIENTS”

• DR. RICK BARR • DR. STELIAN LISMANwww.birchlanddental.ca

DENTAL CLINIC403-783-5225

5118 - 51 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1R5

This space could be yours for

$35PER WEEKplus $2.25 webcharge

Call 403-783-3311

PonokaIrrigation

• Underground Irrigation• All Makes/Models• Expocrete Retaining Walls

Rick Bonnett

(403) 783-19444204 38 Street

Ponoka, ABT4J 1A8

[email protected]

Ponoka has immediate openings for TEAM MEMBERS

Full-Time & Part-TimeWeekdays - Weekends - Nights*

*Night shift premium

• Flexible Hours• Benefi ts

• Employee discountApply in person with resume

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HEATING & EAVESTROUGHING

Reaching 6000households weekly

For just$35 per week this space could be

yours!Plus $2.25 webcharge

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VETERINARY SERVICES

VETERINARY SERVICES

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

• Dr. Kelly Loree • Dr. Leighton Coma • Dr. Trevor Hook• Dr. Jasmine Hardy • Dr. Candace Wenzel

Southwest Industrial Park 4102-64 St., Ponoka

403-783-5200

Commercial - ResidentialInstallations - Repair

3912 - 66 St, Ponokawww.wcmltd.ca

[email protected]

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

TREE SERVICE

Doug 1.403.318.0498Casey 1.403.358.0452

Hillbilly Tree Mulching Ltd.• FENCE LINES• FENCE LINES• CUT LINES• CUT LINES• POWER LINES• POWER LINES• PIPELINES• PIPELINES• BRUSH & BUSH• BRUSH & BUSH• STUMPS• STUMPSMULCHING TO SUIT ALL NEEDS Can do trees up to 15” wide

CONCRETE SERVICES

CABRAL CONCRETEPonoka / Wetaskiwin, AB

Leo Cabral

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

SPECIALIZING IN:~ Curbs / Sidewalks ~

~ Driveways ~~ Basement Floors ~

~ Stamped Concrete ~~ Exposed Concrete ~Free Estimates

Business Services#1000 - #1430

Caregivers 1060HELPING HANDSHome Support for Seniors

• Cooking • Cleaning • Companionship

At home or a facility 403.346.7777

Fencing 1169ACRE FENCING Supply & Install

CHAIN LINKResidential, Industrial

& Commercial. 42 years experience.

Located in Leduc Serving All of Alberta.

780-986-0267

FENCE WAREHOUSESUPPLY ONLY

Chain link, Wood and Barbed Wire.

Buy Direct From the Manufacturer

James @ 780-803-6491, Scott @ 780-668-8940.

Financial 1170GET BACK on track! Bad

credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need

money? We lend! If you own your own home - you

qualify. Pioneer Accep-tance Corp. Member BBB.

1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com.

LegalServices 1260

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

U.S. travel waiver. Divorce? Simple. Fast.

Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta

collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/

1-800-347-2540.

EASY ALBERTA DIVORCE. Free

Consultation 1-800-320-2477;

www.canadianlegal.org. CCA Award #1 Paralegal.

A+ BBB Reputation. 26 Years Experience.

Open Mon. - Sat

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Our hostess will bring giftsand greetings, along withhelpful information about

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Heather Goodwin403-704-3647

[email protected]

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or

someone you know suffer from a disability? Get

up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250

or www.canadabene-fi t.ca/free-assessment.

REACH OVER 1 Million Readers Weekly. Advertise Province Wide Classifi eds. Only $269 + GST (based

on 25 words or less). Call now for details

1-800-282-6903 ext. 228; www.awna.com

PersonalServices 1315

Unplanned pregnancy may be

diffi cult to face.We care. For

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

HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Restrictions

in walking/dressing? $2,500 yearly tax credit.

$20,000 lump sum cheque. Disability Tax Credit.

Expert Help: 1-844-453-5372.

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

Contractors 1100

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

Roofing 1370METAL ROOFING & SID-ING. 32+ colours available

at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available

at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254.

• Concrete Formwork Company• Residential, Commercial, Agricultural• House Foundations

Call BRUNO587.991.0140

[email protected]

OUR SPECIALITYRepair of any cooling or refrigeration system

as well as large household appliances.

Berni'sRefrigerationand Appliance Service403-783-4880

FERRYBANKWELDING

FOR SALE• CALF SHELTERS• HORSE SHELTERS• CORRAL PANELS• SILAGE FEEDERS

• FENCE LINE FEEDERS

• FREE STANDING WINDBREAKERS

Levi 403-963-1252Joey 403-588-4212

• 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]

OVER 40 YEARSOF DRILLING EXPERIENCE

FREEESTIMATES

ALBERTATALL PINE

DRILLING LTD.100%CUSTOMER

SATISFACTION

• Water Well Drilling• Steel or PVC Casing• Pre Drilling Piles• Water Well Pump

Testing & Monitoring

• Submersible Pump Sales & Installation

• Well Abandonments• Shock Chlorination• Backhoe Service

24 HOUR SERVICE TRUCKDomestic, Industrial & Oilfi eld

24 HOUR24 HOURRed Deer 403-343-6266Bentley [email protected]

www.tallpinedrilling.comWater Incentive Programs

for Farmers


WellDrilling 1400

Contractors 1100

Misc.Services 1290

Training for lifeFirst Aid Training teaches how torespond confidentlywhen injuries occur.

Welding 1410 Welding 1410

WellDrilling 1400

ClassifiedsYour place to SELLYour place to BUY

AN EXCELLENTCHOICE

WHERE YOURAD

REACHESRURAL

READERS

CALL1-877-223-3311

CLASSIFIEDSHOT-LINE

Business and Services Directory

TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE CALL CLASSIFIEDS today403 309 3300

Misc.Help 880 Misc.

Help 880

Auctions 1530

Misc.Help 880

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 153031 FULLY SERVICED LAKE LOTS - Murray Lake, Saskatchewan.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June

27 in Saskatoon. Lots range from 0.28 +/- to

0.35 +/- acres. Brennan LeBlanc: 306-280-4878; rbauction.com/realestate.

BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS

at The Moose Hall, 2 miles south of Ponoka

on Hwy. 2A.

Weekly sales Wednesdays @ 6 pm

Antique sale1st Sunday of month

June 5 @ 1 p.m.

TO BOOK YOUR SALE CALL 403-782-5693 or

403-304-4791 Check website for full listingswww.bigstrapperauctions.net

Like us on Facebook

INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY & SHOP - Strathmore, Alberta. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Ed-monton. 2+/- title acres

industrial property & 8000 sq. ft. shop. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652. Broker: All

West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

LAKE FRONT RESI-DENCE - Pigeon Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Ed-monton. 1313 +/- sq. ft.,

1 1/2 storey home - 0.2 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge:

780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.;

rbauction.com/realestate.

MEIER AUCTION SALE for Park Auto & Diesel

Repair. Saturday, May 14, 11 a.m. 52323 Range

Road 225 Sherwood Park. $300,000 of Snap-On

Tools & Equipment. For details phone

780-440-1860.

Employment Opportunity

Part-Time Custodian

• 6 - 8 hours weekly

• Evening and weekend hours only

• One year commitment required

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Position commences Wednesday May 25, 2016

Please Apply to:Ponoka Youth Centre

Box 4115/#4 5004 54 StPonoka, AB T4J 1RS

Phone: 780-3112 Fax: 780-3108Email: [email protected]

Employment OpportunitySUMMER STAFF

June 27 - August 26, 2016 (30-40 hrs/wk)Hiring for two positions

Required Qualifi cations:• Must have relevant education and experience working with children• Must have been a full-time student in the 2015-2016 school year and enrolled as a full-time student for the 2016-2017 school year• Must be 18 years of age or older• Preference will be given to a student enrolled in university or college

Resumes will be accepted until Friday May 20, 2016

Please Apply to:Ponoka Youth Centre

Box 4115/#4 5004 54 StPonoka, AB T4J 1RS

Phone: 780-3112 Fax: 780-3108Email: [email protected]

Reporter/PhotographerReporter/PhotographerThe Sylvan Lake News, one of Alberta’s leading community newspapers, has an immediate opening for a reporter/photographer.This is a full time shared position between the Sylvan Lake News and the Eckville Echo. Both papers are a part of the Black Press Group which publishes more than 150 other publications.Primary Focus:Covering community news for both communities. Providing a range of feature/human interest stories as well as local sports writing. There is some weekend and evening work required.The successful applicant will have exceptional writing and communication skills and a strong understanding of grammar and Canadian Press Style. Strong photography skills required. Experience in video an asset. A valid drives license, reliable vehicle and your own camera equipment is a must.Black Press off ers competitive compensation, a team environment, benefi ts and opportunity for career advancement.Interested candidates should forward their resume to:Randy Holt, PublisherSylvan Lake News,Email: [email protected] phone calls please.We thank everyone for their application however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ECKLUNDECKLUNDWater Well Service

WATER WELL SERVICE

• Install & Service Pumps• Shock Wells

• Pressure Systems Serviced & Installed

Home: (403) 783-3712 Cell: (403) 704-3413

Advertise your business

in the Business

Directory!PLUMBING

5110 -50 StreetBox 4414Ponoka, AlbertaT4J 1R7

JESSE ZINTER Offi ce - 403-783-5489

We now carry a complete line of

Ritchie Stockwater parts

Hours of Business:Monday - Friday7:30 am - 5 pm

PONOKA PLUMBING & HEATING• JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER REQUIRED

8:00

WATER WELL DRILLING SERVICE

• Water wells drilled• Water wells serviced

[email protected]

Ponoka Veterinary Clinic Dr. Murray Jacobson Dr. Clayton West Dr. Ashley Shannon

Mon. - Fri.8 am - 5 pm

Sat.9 am - 4:30 pm

24 Hr.Emergency403-783-4348

5502 - Hwy 2A Ponoka, AB T4J 1M1

VETERINARY SERVICES

• Murray Jacobson, DVM • Clayton West, DVM

• Nicole Macdonald, DVM • Katie Graves, DVM

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE

FOR JUST$35

PER WEEK.PLUS $2.25 WEBCHARGE

REACHING 6000 HOUSEHOLDS PER WEEK.

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The Crossing Resort

NOW HIRINGLocated on The Icefield Parkway in Banff National Park, Alberta, The Crossing is

now hiring for the following positions: Service Station Attendants, Servers,

Bartenders, Cooks, Dishwashers, Housekeepers, Cashiers and Maintenance

personnel. Room and board provided at a minimal cost.

To apply and for further information please visit our web site: www. thecrossingresort.com and apply online or send your resume to

[email protected].

12345Wednesday, May 18th, 2016, 10:00 am sharp

12842-141 Street, Edmonton, ABVIEWING: Tuesday, May 17th, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

and Sale Day from 9:00 am to Sale Time. RING 1, STARTS AT 10AM: Selling office furniture, wood working tools, hand & power tools. RING 2, STARTS AT 10:30AM: Selling restoration equipment, cleaning equipment and inventory, approximately 20 trucks from 2006 – 2015, a 20ft seacan, and a Clark electric forklift

Visit www.auctions.ca For More Info,Photos And Listings

Major Unreserved Bankruptcy Public Auction Sale as awarded by MNP Ltd: Complete Dispersal Of Rainbow

International Restoration Of Alberta

GARY HANNA AUCTIONS LTD. (780-440-1075) 11303 Yellowhead Trail NW, Edmonton

12345SATURDAY, MAY 14TH, 2016Sale at 10:00 am

VIEWING: FRIDAY MAY 13th, 2016 FROM 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM Call today for info on consigning your RV units

GARY HANNA AUCTIONS LTD.11303 Yellowhead Trail NW, Edmonton • 780-440-1075

Check our Website for Photos & Listings @ www.auctions.ca

MAJOR ANNUAL SPRING R.V. REPOSSESSED & CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SALE

selling all manner of RVs: trailers, boats, quads, motorcycles and miscellaneous items


CLASSIFIEDS Sell it Best! Toplace your ad phone 1-877-223-3311

309 3300READ the classifieds and find just what you’re looking for. 309-3300

Auctions 1530SPRING & MULTI

CONSIGNER AUCTIONSunday May 15 - 9:30 a.m.

Bowden Lions Hall - BowdenCoins, Collectibles,

Furniture, Household,Tools, Yard & Garden items. Just too much to mention. Check web for full listing

& picturesPilgrim Auction Service

403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com

Equipment-Misc. 1620

A-STEEL SHIPPING CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’

& 53’. 40’ insulated reefers/freezers.

Modifi cations possible windows, doors, walls, as offi ce, living work-shop, etc., 40’ fl atrack/bridge.

1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

Firewood 1660LOGS

Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar, birch.

Price depends on location of delivery. Lil Mule

Logging 403-318-4346

GardenSupplies 1680

BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES 4-6 feet, $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

POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation.

Call John at 403-998-7907; jcameron@

advancebuildings.com.

Farm CustomWork 2080

Misc. forSale 1760

Misc. forSale 1760

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or

landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free

shipping. Replacement guarantee.

1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

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.NorwoodSaw-mills.com/400OT.

1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT

Pets &Supplies 1810

403-963-0730403-963-0730

10 MONTH OLD 10 MONTH OLD MALE POMCHIMALE POMCHI

- Good with children - Good with children & other pets& other pets

- All shots done- All shots done$400$400

FarmEquipment 2010

BRAND new quonset, 26’ x 25’ x 19’, never erected,

$10,500. See pic. in Kijiji Calgary ad under

quonset. 403-485-2532

Livestock 2100BAR-DALE LIMOUSIN,

ERSKINE, AB. 40, two year old virgin bulls

for sale at the farm. Fully guaranteed.

Call Carole Barclay at 403-742-4825,

Terry 403-740-5037Ricky 403-740-5711. email

[email protected]

FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh bulls, yearlings and 1-2 year old polled and horned, A.I. blood-

lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963; www.sim-

meronranch.ca.

PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year

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

RED and black Angus bulls, will be semen tested

and delivery can be arranged. E & L

Ranching in Bowden, Eric @ 403 391-2259.

Evenings @ 403 224-2396

Pasture/Land Wanted 2180

LOOKING to purchase gov’t grazing lease or rent

pasture. Call Jeff 403-396-7300.

Grain, FeedHay 2190Round hay bales

1st & 2nd cutAlfalfa x Timothy

No rain,can deliver

Call 403-704-0158BRIGHT SEED

WHEAT BARLEYCERT. HARVEST-HRS

CERT.COPELAND-MALTCERT. REDWATER-HRS CERT. COWBOY-SILAGECERT.FOREMOST-CPS

CERT. COALITION-FEEDFABA BEANS-

PEAS-CERT. LIMERICKFLAX-CERT. SOREL

SEED OATS CALL DAVE HM.780-855-2240,CEL. 780-678-6329

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

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

or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan

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

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, 403-783-1564 Mark Trautman 403-704-3157

For Rent#3000 - #3200

Acreages/Farms ..............3010Houses/Duplexes ............3020Condos/Townhouses........3030Manufactured Homes ......3040Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050Suites ..............................3060Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070Roommates Wanted ........3080Rooms for Rent................3090Motels/Hotels ..................3100Offices ..............................3110Stores/Commercial ..........3120Industrial ..........................3130Warehouse Space............3140Garage Space..................3150Storage Space ................3160Land ................................3170Pasture ............................3180Mobile Lot ........................3190Misc. for Rent ..................3200

Wanted to Rent#3250 - #3390

Acreages/Farms ..............3255Houses/Duplexes ............3260Suites ..............................3270Rooms..............................3280Manufactured Homes ......3290Housesitting Wanted ........3300Garage Space..................3310Storage Space ................3320Stores/Commercial ..........3330Office Space ....................3340Industrial ..........................3350Warehouse Space............3360Resorts & Cottages..........3370Pasture/Land....................3380Mobile Lot ........................3390

Houses/Duplexes 3020Available ImmediatelyExecutive style 3 bedroom

upper suite in duplexSuitable for working

person or coupleOak kitchen5 appliances

All utilities and cable and internet included

$1200 per month plus D.DN/P, N/S

Call 403 341-9660See Red Deer Kijiji for

photos and e-mail

HOUSE FOR RENT3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, 5 appliances,

2 car garage, fenced yard.Available immediately

$1600/mth rent, $1500 DD

Phone evenings 403-783-3064

3 BEDROOM DUPLEX IN PONOKA

C/W fridge, stove, washer & dryer. Small storage shed,

parking pad in back. Nice little balcony off the duplex.No Pets, Non smoking

Includes Town of Ponoka Utilities (water, sewer & garbage)

$975.00/month$975.00 Security Deposit

Available ImmediatelyContact Karen at(403) 704-6903

FOR RENTAvailable June 13 bdrm, clean, bright,

updated homeincl. fridge, stove, washer,

dryer, dishwasher.No pets

FOR RENT in Co-Op Subdivison

1200 sq ft home with garage

Appliances incl

$1150/mnth

plus D.D. plus utilities780-289-5356

Houses/Duplexes 3020

AVAILABLE JUNE 153 bdrm house, 2.5 bathrooms

double garage, N/S, N/P , utilities not included

$1550/mth plus $1550 D.D.References required

Phone 403-783-2202or 403-783-2726

PONOKA: 5 bdrm. duplex close to all amenities.

Avail. Immed. 403-704-1221

Condos/Townhouses3030

3 bedroom town home with 5 appliances. Close to

schools/recreation/shopping. $1,100.00/month,

$1,100.00 DD. Smoking on deck only, no pets. Water, sewer, garbage included. Call Mary 403-783-6609

4 Plexes/6 Plexes 3050

Spacious 3 bedroom apt in 4-plex for rent. $1050.00 includes water/

sewer/garbage and 4 appliances. Does not include

heat/electricity. N/S, N/P. Available June 1. Call Attaleen 403-302-4679

Suites 3060

FOR RENTQuiet adult

2 bdrm apt. suite5415-54 St. Ponoka

$650/mth rent403-783-7589

ONE & TWO BDRM APTS FOR RENT

Close to schoolsIncludes heat & garbageRent $700 - $775/mnth

Call Irene at403-913-5550

AVAILABLE JUNE 1

1 – one bdrm suite

1 – two bdrm suite

Downtown, N/S, N/P

403-357-0654PONOKA 1 bdrm. well maintained quiet adult

building, no pets, $735/mo. + power, heat/water incld.

avail. June 1. Brian 403-348-6594

PONOKAlarge 2 bdrm. bsmt. suite $950 incld’s

util’s, 403-704-1645

* RIVERSIDE APTS. *Newly renovated

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

403-357-0287

WOODRIDGE VILLAGE : 2 bedroom apartments

available immed. $800 per month, include water, heat, garbage and parking. SD $800. Kids welcome, no

pets no smoking. Please call Sandra Lyon at

First Choice Realty (Ponoka) Ltd. 403-783-8881

RoommatesWanted 3080SHARED accommodation in Rimbey for 58 year old

woman who travels extensively. Need kitchen

privileges and desire covered motorcycle

parking. Contact [email protected] phone/text Christine

Fernie at 902-309-9420.

Pasture/Land 3380Pastureland

Wantedfor 20 – 30

cow/calf pairs.Call Coyne

403-704-3732

Real Estate#4000 - #4190

Realtors & Services..........4010Houses for Sale................4020Houses Wanted................4030Condos/Townhouses ........4040Acreages ..........................4050Acreages Wanted ............4060Farms/Land ......................4070Farms/Land Wanted ........4080Manufactured/Mobile Homes ..................4090Income Property ..............4100Commercial Property ......4110Industrial Property ............4120Cottages/Resort Property ..4130Businesses for Sale..........4140Buildings for Sale ............4150Lots for Sale ....................4160Out of Town Property ......4170Investment Opportunities ..4180Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190

HousesFor Sale 4020

5 BDRM, 3 bathroom, walkout at 5 Regal Close in Lacombe. Many extras like air conditioning, cus-tom steam-room, heated

garage, many recent updates including new shingles and eaves-

troughs. Lots of trees. Well maintained. Asking $425 000. Please call for more info. 403-782-2031

Farms/Land 4070

5 PARCELS OF FARMLAND near Hondo,

Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction on June 9. Over 475 acres of Farmland & Grazing Lease. Contact

Cody Rude: 780-722-9777;

rbauction.com/realestate.

PASTURE & hay land. 400 - 8000 acres year round

water. Management available. Central Sask. Natural springs excellent water. Grazing available. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k

- $2.6m. Doug Rue 306-716-2671; sask-

[email protected].

Financial#4400 - #4430

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

MoneyTo Loan 4430

NEED A LOAN? Own property? Have bad credit? We can help! Call toll free

1-866-405-1228; www.fi rstandsecond

mortgages.ca.

Motorcycles 5080

2008 SUZUKI C109, 1800 CC

No shortage of powerALL the Bells & Whistles!!

44,600 kms. MINT CONDITION

Never laid down. $7600. o.b.o.

(403)318-4653

Public Notice#6000

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

Ponoka CountyPUBLIC NOTICE

Amendment to Land Use By-Law 7-08-LU

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

Reclassify Pt. NE 10-43-23-W4 from Agricultural District to Country Residential Hobby Farm District to allow for creation of a 23 acre-parcel on the quarter.

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 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 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. CutforthChief Administrative Offi cerPonoka County4205 - Highway #2APONOKA, Alberta T4J 1V9Phone: 783-3333Fax: 783-6965e-mail: [email protected]

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780 440 4037 | SEACAN.COM

Steel containers from 8' - 53'. 20' & 40' skids with optional 4' landings available. Mount with twist locks.

Customizable and secure. From storage to workspace.

403-704-4333

• Floater• Sprayer

• Pasture• Hayland

• Crop Land

• Tillage - Kello Disk - Lemkin

Transportation#5000-5300

Agricultural#2000 - #2290

PublicNotices 6010



YOUR LEGACY TEAM

Pat BoardmanGeneral

Sales Manager

Joel GroseSales

Consultant

Dan MundorfSales

Consultant

Trevor FeragenSales

Consultant

Eric DortmanSales

Consultant

Rob MahoneyFinance

Manager

“Let your Legacy start here.”

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2016EXPLORERSPORT AWDMSRP $58,514

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$355 B/W 96MTHS SALE $56,900T1627

2016F350 CREW DUALLYMSRP$85,269

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$432 B/W 96MTHS SALE $69,751T1395

2016MUSTANGGT CONVERTIBLEMSRP $56,149

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2015FIESTA STMSRP$30,139

$149 B/W 96MTHS SALE $23,725C1200

2015F350 LABRIAT CREW“Lifted” MSRP$85,949

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$410 B/W 96MTHS SALE $65,939T0781

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$385 B/W 96MTHS SALE $62,039T1631

2016F350 CREW DIESELMSRP $75,549

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$350 B/W 96MTHS SALE $62,879T1358

2016F350 CREW DIESELMSRP $81,499

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$405 B/W 96MTHS SALE $65,433T1416

2016EDGE SPORT AWDMSRP $55,239

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$325 B/W 96MTHS SALE $52,500T1653

2016FOCUS SE SEDANMSRP $25,733

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$155 B/W 96MTHS SALE $24,299C1456

2016F350 CREW DUALLYMSRP $86,274

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$155 B/W 96MTHS SALE $70,751T1388

[DISCLOSURE] T1412 2016 ESCAPE SALE PRICE $29,900 PLUS ADMIN FEE OF $499. AMVIC FEE $6.25 PLUS 5% GST (PYMTS INCL. ALL TAX & FEES). FINANCED OVER 96 MTHS AT 4.99%, PAYMENT OF $188 BW, TOTAL INTEREST $6,914. TOTAL OBLIGATION $38,861. ALL REBATES TO DEALER.

2016ESCAPE SEAWDMSRP $32,739

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$188 B/W 96MTHS SALE $29,000T1412

YOUR LEGACY TEAM

Pat BoardmanGeneral

Sales Manager

Joel GroseSales

Consultant

Dan MundorfSales

Consultant

Trevor FeragenSales

Consultant

Eric DortmanSales

Consultant

Rob MahoneyFinance

Manager

“Let your Legacy start here.”

www.legacyfordponoka.ca

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