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The Government of Alberta is asking county representatives to commit to a five-year contract to provide upgraded broadband services to rural households and businesses. The Final Mile Broadband Initiative (FMBI) proposes to deliver highspeed internet and follows the SuperNet that is already in place. I havent had anybody raising hell that they cant get it, said Councillor Ben Armstrong. Michael Ziehr, Engineering Technologist and Development officer for the county said there were many issues to consider. He also pointed out that Corridor Communications Inc. had a reasonable system in place which could service most of the county. The CCI network offers broadband services of up to six Mbps but also has primary phone line services. Other major companies are serving most of the municipal areas as well. Issues discussed were reliability of the Alberta Government system, cost, technical service providers, towers and whether it can provide service to everyone in the county, if the county was investing funds for the service. Broadband is changing on a daily basis, said Ziehr, noting the service may be obsolete before it even gets implemented Alberta wide. Councillors indicated they would like more information as to who has broadband already and what services were already available to area residents. There was a suggestion about posting which services are offered elsewhere where residents of Wheatland County can see them and know what is open to them. It was also suggested that the question of participation in the FMBI could be placed with other census questions in the upcoming county census polls.
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People were in for a treat when they attended the annual Strathmore Malanka dinner and dance. There were Malanka dancers, a live band and homemade Ukrainian goodies. There were over 400 people in attendance to take in all of the festivities and food at the sold-out event. Christina Leskiw from Strathmore shows off her Ukrainian dancing skills. Jody Schneider Photos
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Dream comes true for one Strathmore woman

Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter Getting a chance to do what you love is everyones dream goal, and for one Strathmore woman its a dream come true. Angela Hitchs work is well known all over town, but many people may not know her name. She is a face painter, and is always at Heritage Days. She also volunteers her time to do the make-up for the Westmount Elementary and Wheatland Elementary School performances among other things. Im just really grateful that I get to work in Strathmore doing what I love, what I absolutely love. Aside from my husband I have never had so much passion for something, ever, said Hitch. The hugest payoff for me when I do face painting is just to see the kids and how they change into that character or that animal that they ask for. Having their face painted can bring out the kids personalities, and Hitch said she loves seeing a little girl or boy who may be super shy suddenly running around pretending to be that animal she has turned them into. Hitchs daughter Sara was a Grade 3 student at the time when Dana Graff came to Westmount Elementary and took over the drama performances. Graff was looking volunteers to do the make up, and for Hitch, who is a make-up artist it, was a natural fit. She said the first year the make up being used was cream-based, and she didnt like it so she went on a mission to find better quality make up. It was through this hunt that she found face paints, and began training and learning. Hitch has worked and trained with some of the worlds best face painters, including her good friend Lucie Brouillard who has competed in the World Bodypainting festival. Ive been able to go to convention and take workshops. Its been a great investment for me and this is something I can truly retire with, said Hitch. It was a bit of a transition for her to go from being a make up artist to becoming a face painter. It was tough and the hardest part was being creative, because when you do just professional make up (theres) not a lot of fantasy involved in thatits standard stuff that you use. This is a whole different application, said Hitch. Though Hitch is paid for a lot of her work, she also gives back to the community by volunteering her services. I try to balance it out so that I can give back to the community in my own way through my business. If I could do it for free and be able to sustain my family, I would do it, said Hitch. Face painting has also allowed Hitch to meet a number of interesting people from parties she has painted at. She worked an event that Paul Brandt attended. There have been parties with cabinet ministers and Prime Ministers, and she has painted the crew of Heartland. I got to do the KISS concert, I got to face paint at that. They actually hired my girlfriend and I from Calgary and we came and painted KISS faces at the concert, they could have spit on us we were that close, it was so cool, said Hitch. You never know who you are going to bump into when youre doing this stuff. Like I said, Im just so grateful that Im just this mom with three kids who gets to go out and have a little fun and make money at the same time. Hitch has also been working on perfecting 3D face painting. She said its all under black light, and is all an optical illusion. People would still need 3D glasses to see it, but she can get the eyes to pop, or a flower to pop off of someones skin. Her favourite designs come from the imaginations of little boys. I like the boys, I like the designs that the boys come up with like the skulls and the
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Students at Crowther memorial Junior High have been competing in minute to Win it contests during their noon hour since Feb. 1. The mini competitions were found on the game shows website and included things like trying to bounce a ping-pong ball off a piece of bread with peanut butter on it. The final contest took place Feb. 14, and was called cookie to face. Competitors had to put a cookie on their face and try to get it into their mouth without using their hands. Anyone who completed the challenge was given a prize. Bryan Gilbert managed to flip the cookies off his forehead into the air and into his mouth.
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Anyone who loves their cool Dairy Queen treats now have a second location to go to in Strathmore. The new Dairy Queen-Orange Julius in Crystal Ridge recently opened and in a few weeks there will be a grand opening celebration. Lindsay Poole (left), Josh mcQuitty, Katrina Smith, manager Rhonda Powell, and owner Shiela Gordon.
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Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter We rest our head on them, and they make our pillows and bedrooms look nicer, but how many people have seen a pillowcase as much more than that? One woman has a goal to collect 1,000 pillowcases and turn them into sundresses for girls in Haiti before 2012 is finished. I met a lady last June at a convention where my husband and I were and she was demonstrating this, and I thought what a neat idea, said Pearl Reimer. The woman was Valerie Fields, who is making and sending the dresses to Haiti through her sisters church, the Dallas Barnhartvale Baptist Church in Kamloops, B.C. Fields first made a pillowcase dress after her daughterin-law requested one for her daughter. When Fields sister found out about it, it turned into a way to help people in need. My sister in Kamloops, her church, they have people going to Haiti regularly to a mission there, so my sister said I need to know how to make these pillowcase dresses because thats something I can do, because I couldnt go to Haiti, its too hot and I would melt, said Fields. Reimer started collecting her own pillowcases after talking to Fields, and was anxious to get started. Like any goal, sometimes life gets in the way and it gets put off for a while. The pillowcases sat in her basement until Jan. 15 of this year when her husband was sick. Reimer came across the pillowcases when looking for something to do. After finishing the first 20 dresses she decided she could do more and thats when she came up with the goal of 1,000 dresses in 2012. There are flyers up around town, and at the schools, asking people to donate their old pillowcases.
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The thing is, a little pillowcases, who doesnt have a pillowcase, or whats the cost of a pillowcase? Its so minimal and yet to those little girls in Haiti its going to be worth much more than it is to us. Our sacrifice is small compared to their joy, said Reimer. The printed pillowcases are the best. Because of the print, the dirt doesnt show as quickly, but I take solid colours too. The dresses come as varied as the pillowcase are, and each is the size of the pillowcase itself. It takes approximately 15 minutes to make one dress, and there is very little scrap left. Reimer has worked as a professional seamstress, and loves sewing. She cant see a better way to use her talent. If I do 25 a week then Ill meet my goal of 100 a month, said Reimer. She hopes to go to Haiti one day and have a chance to see some of the girls wearing the pillowcase dresses, and personally deliver them. Reimer said anyone interested in learning how to make the dresses are more than welcome to call her and she will show them. She is also collecting donations from anyone who has a pillowcase they would like to donate. For more information call Pearl Reimer at 403-993-6416 or email her at wpreimer@gmail.com.
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Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter A film crew for Alberta Education was in Strathmore Feb. 8 and 9 to record how a new pilot project is going in local schools. Westmount Elementary, Wheatland Elementary and Crowther Memorial Junior High have all launched the project in the area. Its a literacy pilot project where were looking at a process piece called 13 Parameters. Then the teachers had professional learning using First Steps in Literacy, thats the elementary one and the Stepping Out for the junior high, so it was professional development around these resources that are based on reading strategies, said Shelley Wells with Alberta Education. Teachers volunteered for training for First Steps in Literacy and Stepping Out, which are taught by Pearson Professional Learning. Both programs consist of three components: quality professional development courses, comprehensive material and school wide implementation. This is the second school year that the schools have been implementing the project into their course directory. At Westmount four teachers volunteered for the training. Its going very well, I think the students are really picking up learning literacy strategies, comprehension. Thats really what it is, teaching comprehension strategies to students so they understand what they are reading, said Cori Hampson who teaches 3C at Westmount.
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Calgary author visits Strathmore

Calgary author Janet Gurtler was visiting with students at Crowther memorial Junior High as part of an author visit the library occasionally hosts. Students had a chance to ask questions, and discuss Gurtlers books, im not her and if i tell with her.
Brenda Tibbett-Frayn (right) with Strathmore Scotiabank presented Director of the marigold Library System michelle Toombs with the six books on the Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist. The books will be added to the marigold system for anyone interested in checking them out.
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RCmP and the Strathmore Fire Department (SFD) were called to Landmark Feeds early Feb. 9 after a fire broke out. There were two employees at the business and both escaped without injury. The SFD was able to quickly contain the fire and then extinguish it before it could spread from the room it originated in.
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Once again Scotiabank has shown their support for both literacy and the Marigold Library system. On Feb. 8 Brenda Cermak, with Strathmore Scotiabank, presented Michelle Toombs, director of the Marigold Library System, with books from the Giller Prize short list. This was the second year Scotiabank has donated to Marigold. Were very grateful that Scotiabank has taken such a leadership role in promoting literature and authors in Canada, because our authors are a treasure, they promote art and culture but they also describe the experience that human beings have in our world, said Toombs. Thats where public libraries come in too, its all about the user experience, and now that the public is very interested in e-books and e-readers we see that there is a lot of change
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Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter After seeing the success from last years Family Day events, the Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Our Future Coalition decided to host a Great Skate event this year on Feb. 20. So we as Healthy Eating, Active Living saw that it was a great event that was well attended and it had people doing stuff rather than just sitting, so we liked that part of it, said Leanne Sauve with HEAL. The goal is to get people out and being active, while spending quality time with their families. Sauve said it is basically a skating party and there will be hot chocolate, food and music, and the Remax tent will be set up. There will also be picnic benches and fire pits for families to gather around. Its just bring your skates, come out and get some exercise or activity, said Sauve. If anybody doesnt have skates they can go to Home Hardware and we have the skate swap there. So anybody who doesnt have skates can go there and pick up skates, or if somebody has skates that they are not able to use, their kids have grown out of them or whatever, they can take them to Home Hardware. HEAL is hoping to make the Great Skate an annual event, and are also encouraging people to be more active on a regular basis. Sauve offered a few winter fitness suggestions like skating on Kinsmen Lake whenever it is safe, going to the public skate at the Family Centre, or bundling up and going for a walk. Great Skate begins at 10 a.m. at Kinsmen on Feb. 20 and will run until 4 p.m.
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Pat FuLe Fule for Thought This column is dedicated to all the men out there (like me) who are less than handy with tools and fixing things. Just because were manly men, doesnt mean we necessarily know the difference between a Robertson and a Philips screwdriver. I mean, is it fair to automatically assume we know what to do in certain mechanical or repair jobs? Sadly, I have passed this lack of knowledge onto my son, as well. Last year, on a freezing cold day, his car wouldnt start. We lifted the hood, looked at it for a few minutes, then laughed, as neither one of us even knew what we were looking at! Years ago, after buying our first house, I decided to go on the roof to check our fireplace chimney. It was a really warm November morning, so it was perfect to climb up on a roof (this also should have been a warning sign!). So, I raised the extension ladder against the front of the house, and actually the ladder was upside down, so Im still not sure how I made it to the roof. I had a trusty flatblade screwdriver (if thats the correct name) with me. Deb was having a bubble bath upstairs and I just realized this might actually make me sound like a peeping tom up there! I went straight to the chimney to unscrew the chimney cap. However, the screws on my side were Robertson and I had the flatblade. So, I tapped on Debs window to ask for a Robertson. She quickly threw on clothes and brought me one. The two screws came out easily, I was like Mike Holmes! Then I noticed that the other two were Philips screws, so once again, with the tapping. Less cheerful, Deb again brought out the right screwdriver! She tossed it up again, and I went to work. Having taken them and the cap off, I realized I had no idea what I was looking for, anyway! I mean, if youre looking for a build up of soot, and the whole chimney is black, its a bit of a waste of time. I went to the roofs edge and attempted to move the ladder over, as I was killing Debs flowers. As I tried to shift the ladder over, (it being upside down), the ladder clattered and collapsed itself to shorten. In a panic, I watched the ladder topple toward our family room picture window! I couldnt look, I just waited for the shattering glass but there was none! The ladder had collapsed itself small enough that it fell short of the window! So I went with great caution to the small master bath window, to tap again. What now? Deb yelled (she was not happy!) I wondered why she was so mad, arent baths supposed to relax you? The ladder fell! I replied (I knew shed be right there to help me). Good! was her answer. Im finishing my bath! So, I was left to basically kill time on the roof on this sunny Saturday morning. Do you know how many people pass a house on a warm November morning a LOT! I did everything I could up there to not look like a moron. I checked imaginary loose shingles, went back to the chimney a couple of times, I even took out the screws and replaced them again! After what seemed like hours, Debbie arrived, and she set up the ladder correctly. I climbed down and told Debbie that the chimney was in good shape ( I had no idea, anyway I had to save some of my ego!) She smiled at me, and Im still not sure if she even believed me. My attention turned to taking apart a waterbed, and moving it to the basement (thats another sad handy-man story!). So, those of you out there, who believe all men should be handy, please remember my story. We Un-Handy men may try to fix things, but any job given to us is like building the pyramids! My latest experience was building an Eliptical exercise machine. I mean, you know its a bad sign when the directions estimate the construction time at two hours, and it took me an hour to get it out of the box! Deb hasnt used it yet, but Im buying her a helmet just in case! (Fule for Thought is a slice of life humourous column that will appear in the Strathmore Times, written by long-time resident, town councillor, high school teacher, coach, husband and father of two Pat Fule. If you would like to get in touch with Pat, you can send him an e-mail at Pat.fule@ shaw.ca)
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Pancake Day is also known as Shrove Tuesday and is the last day before the period which Christians call Lent. Its a traditional on this day to eat pancakes. Lent is a time of abstinence, of giving things up. So Shrove Tuesday is the last chance to indulge yourself and to use up the food that arent allowed in Lent. Pancakes are eaten on this day because they contain fat, butter and eggs, which were forbidden during Lent. Shrove Tuesday is celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday and is therefore the finally day before the commencement of Lent, a Christian festival leading up to Easter Sunday. It also always falls 47 days before Easter Sunday, so the date varies from year to year and falls between February 3 and March 9. The name Shrove comes from the old word shrive which means to confess. On Shrove Tuesday, in the Middle Ages, people used to confess their sins so that they were forgiven before the season of Lent began.
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Other names for Shrove Tuesday; Greece Apocreas, which means from the meat since they dont eat meat during Lent either. Sweden Fettisdagen, or Fat Tuesday USA In Catholic and French speaking parts of the US, this day is called Mardi Gras.
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Sharon McLeay Times Contributor AMEC Environment & Infrastructure Engineering gained the Request For Proposal (RFP) contract for roads and bridges. A process examining corporate profiles, experience, capability, familiarity with county requirements, professional staff availability and fee schedules winnowed the count down to one from 13. The Website development contract went to CIVIC Plus. Nine of the 17 companies were rejected because they did not address the items in the scope of the proposal guidelines. A process examining the attention to the scope, experience with local and municipal government, the proposed website methodology, timeline, schedule, contact persons and fees led to the final choice. The fencing contract renewal will be revisited next week when all council members are present, as a tied vote left the council in deadlock over a contract renewal. Three members voted to extend the contract with a 3.5 per cent increase on material cost, as the current contractor was doing a good job and available locally. When someone is good at what they are doing, doing a good job and there when you need themI say stay with them, said Councillor Ben Armstrong. Three councillors voted to put the job to tender, even though they agreed the current job was satisfactory. Fair play is fair play, said Councillor Brenda Knight, who felt other companies would want to bid for the contract. Dave Churchill, Transportation and Infrastructure Manager, asked whether tenders for grader blades should be included in association fees as part of the tender costs. Councillor Ben Armstrong said businesses belonging to the association gain volume sales and better prices for materials because they buy in bulk, transferring savings to the county. Non-members of the association do not have the fee included in their tenders. It represents about 3 per cent extra on the average tender. Im sorry, I dont buy that, said Councillor Alice Booth. Thats just the cost of doing business. Council directed elimination of the fees when considering bids. COUNCILLORS TO MEET WITH RURAL FIRE SERVICES Gerald Skibinsky, Protective Services manager met with Suncor regarding their emergency response plan. Suncor indicated they would keep county fire crews on ground response as they have contracted specialty crews from EnXco, for a three-year period, to be lead in emergency situations. Councillors will meet with fire crews on March 15 to go over reporting and payment procedures, and to discuss clarification of high angle rescue situations. WADING THROUGH WATER PROBLEMS An undetermined water leak was spiking water usage in Rosebud. County investigators thought it might be a pipe break during the two-week cold spell in January. Resealing a leak in an unseated hydrant did not rectify the problem. Further investigation found a running toilet in the older church building of Rosebud Theatre. The building had not been on a water meter and crews will be installing a meter in the future. Continued monitoring will eliminate any further sources of leakage. FINDING THE PHOSPHOROUS Appointees Sarah Schumaker and David Churchill will sit as county representatives to the Bow River Phosphorous Management Plan committee. Its a foot in the door, if we want to be represented, said Churchill, who views the study as a living document, changing as more is known about how phosphorous is entering the water system. Schumaker answered councils previous inquiry of target area specifics. She clarified that the area with the highest anticipated growth of deposits were targeted and monitoring equipment was already in place for most of the area.
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An explore Local food market workshop was held at the Travelodge on Feb. 8. it was a chance for small to medium sized producers interested in learning how to directly sell their product. Participants went home with a binder filled with information and a general idea of where to start. Sarah Schumacher with Wheatland County was there to represent the county who held the workshop in conjunction with the explore Local initiative.
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Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter Strathmore High School (SHS) drama students had a chance to continue to explore the art when they performed in Aspen Crossings Valentines dinner theatre. The theatre takes place in the dining car, with the actors performing between dinner courses. This years production was Will you be my Valentrain? Gail Whiteford writes all of the scripts and performs in almost all of the productions as well. Every Valentines show I write has got a Shakespeare theme. The whole idea of the valentines one is I pick a Shakespeare and then I twist it. So this one was basically why the Montagues and Capulets got into their feud in the first place, the back story, said Whiteford. Rachel Ellis, Daniel Sinclair, and Matthew Rederburg are all SHS students. Ellis played Julie Lett, Rederburg was Rome Royal and Sinclair played Rio Prince. Its definitely very different but so much fun, and I think for how young we are its just such an awesome opportunity to get to do something like this, said Ellis. I think acting here is a fantastic succession to high school drama actually and credit to the program. I dont think wed be here if it werent for the chance to do those productions (with SHS), said Rederburg. I think the fact that it is such an unusual space to act in really adds to the experience, said Sinclair. Nikki Barran played Kate Lett and Wayne Hvingelby was Monty Q Royal, Romes father. Its so much fun, and its nice to be that close to the audience because you know their feedback right away so you know what works, and what doesnt work, what you can improve in next time, said Barran. The dinners show is heading into its third season. All of the scripts are themed around trains. Whiteford admits it can be tricky creating a new train-themed script every time, but its a challenge she seems to enjoy. This isnt the first time she has written scripts that follows a particular theme. I was one of the co-owners of Shad-
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Strathmore High Students had a chance to show off their skills during Aspen Crossing Valentine production, Will you be my Valentrain? Rome Royal (matthew Rederburg) and Julie Lett (Rachel ellis) Shannon LeClair Photo
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Chestermere and area Children (& Families) with Type 1 Diabetes. Our Goal is to create a group of mature, responsible members where we open our own homes as Safe Places for Diabetic Children to go to if ever in Diabetic Distress. Join the Facebook group for more information. Parent Link has reopened as Hand-In-Hand Parent Link Centre! Call 403-983-0076 for Program information or drop by the office in Country Lane Mall for a Program Calendar. The Community Crisis Society, operating Wheatland Shelter is currently seeking volunteer applicants to serve on the board. Interest individuals may contact Gerry at (403) 934-6634, Monday -Thursday, or e-mail: ccs-acct@telus.net. Wheatland Rural Crime Watch. Meetings are the 3rd Thursday of each Month. Featuring guest speakers. For more information call 403-934-4055. Strathmore & District Agricultural Society Darcy Ledene - General Manager Strathmore & District Agricultural Society gmsags@telus.net 403.934.5811 Office 403.999.7646 Cell 403.901.0299 Fax Facebook: Strathmore Stampede Twitter: Strathmore Rodeo Strathmore Regional Victim Services Society (SRVSS) SRVSS is looking for men and women interested in becoming front line victim advocates to provide support, information and referrals to victims of crime or tragedy. We need individuals interested in a challenging and rewarding volunteer experience who are caring and non-judgmental with a sincere interest in helping victims move past their immediate trauma. We provide extensive training in many areas, including sexual assaults, domestic violence, suicide, court preparation, and sudden death. If you are interested in volunteering your time please contact Lesley Hering at the Strathmore RCMP Detachment at (403) 934-6552. Strathmore Baptist Church Meeting Sundays @ 11am and Thursdays @ 7pm, Call Pastor David Blankenship for info 403-390-4431. Happy Gang 55 plus Seniors Meetings; 2nd Tuesday every month @ 1:15pm. Potluck Supper; fourth Tuesday every month at 5:30pm. Everyone welcome! Hall Rental; $80. Call Shirley @ 403-934-9927. All other inquiries call Eric @ 403-901-1596. RCCG Peculiar People Assembly, Strathmore Meeting Sunday Services at 10am & Wednesdays Bible study at 7pm. Venue: Chuck Mercer room of Centennial Civic Centre. PH: 403-667-7832 e-mail pastorlawal@gmail.com The Strathmore Youth Club is looking for people interested in leading youth programs and for a Volunteer Coordinator. If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact the Strathmore Youth Clubs Program Coordinator for application details, inquire@youthclubstrathmore. info or 403-324-4521
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Malanka Saturday, February 11, Strathmore Civic Centre. Cocktails @ 5pm and Supper @ 6pm. For tickets call Barb at 403-934-5481 or Lorraine at 403-934-2065 all about e-ReadeRs, e-books, and oveRdRive Monday, Feb. 13 (6:30-8:00pm) & Wednesday, Feb. 15 (2:00-3:30pm), At the Strathmore Municipal Library (85 Lakeside Blvd.). Did you get an e-reader, tablet, or smartphone for Christmas? Are you thinking of buying one but just dont know what to get? Join us for this informative session all about e-readers, e-books, and your library. Feel free to bring your laptop and device so that you can follow along with the tutorial! This FREE course requires basic computer skills and an active library card. Call the library (403-934-5440) to register. Saturday, February 18 (1:30-2:30pm) Strathmore Municipal Library 85 Lakeside Blvd. Learn how to manage & pay off your debts faster & save in taxes, secure your future financially, protect your family from any kind of financial crises, secure your kids education and financially secure your retirement. Make 2012 the year you get your Financial Life in order! Gleichen & distRict aG society FundRaiseR auction Sat. Feb. 18th, 2012 Doors open 5:30. Early Bird Prize Draw Tickets - $25 each. Everyone Welcome!! The Gleicenen Kids Club is hosting a Family Day pancake breakfast with lots of food and fun,on Sunday Feb.19 @ the Gleichen Arena from 9-11am. There will be face painting (by Terrrrrific Face Painting), a balloon artist (T.D. Sparks) & all day outdoor skating or indooor public skate from 12-5 pm. Children 0-4 years are free, seniors & children 5-11years are $5, 12years & up are $8 or family rate $25
Strathmore Caregiver Support Group This is an opportunity for caregivers to find support and benefit from interaction with others in a similar situation. For more information or to register call Amy Yaneza at 403-361-7176. Sunday School for All Ages: Lord of All Lutheran Church offers Christian Education opportunities for ages 3 years to adult, on Sunday Mornings. All are Welcome! For more information please call Margo Sevick 403-9012044 or call the Church Office at 403-934-2374. Wheatland Conservation & Wildlife Association (Your local fish & game club). Meetings 2nd Thursday every month, 7:30pm at the Clubhouse. Call Larry at 403-934-4388 for more information. Strathmore Lions Club meets the first and third Thursday at the Strathmore Civic Centre at 6:45 pm. Strathmore Country Gardens Club Meetings at least once per month. Tours, guest speakers, workshops and much more included in a membership. $20 single, $30 family. For more information visit www.strathmorecountrygardensclub.webs.com or phone Linda Pekrul 403-901-0017. Strathmore Masonic Lodge #53 meets the first Monday of each Month at 7:30 p.m. Call Glen at 403-901-6038. Website: www.strathmore53.com Adult Competitive Drop In Volleyball Wednesdays 7-9 Crowther Memorial Junior High $2.00 per drop in Begins Wednesday September 21, 2011 Free Tree for all New Born Babies Attention all infants remind your parents to register your birth so a tree can be planted commemorating your birth in the Chinook Credit Union Birth Forest in Strathmore. Registration Forms are available at the Town office, Chinook Credit Union and Health Unit. (A Communities in Bloom Project) Healing Rooms, open for prayer Mondays from 7 to 9 pm. at the Harvest Healing Centre at 115A-3rd. Avenue in Strathmore. Everyone is Welcome. Strathmore Full Gospel Church Were a Pentecostal Bible based family church that has something for all ages. Call 934-2225 or visit www.strathmorefullgospel.com Blackfoot Crossings new winter hours are Monday Friday 9am 5pm. Call 403-734-4383 for more information. Wheatland Business Women Meet the second Tuesday of the month @ 8:00 am at Days Inn & Suites. New members welcome http:// businesswomen.ca and follow us on Facebook. Call 403-324-6641.
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annual GeneRal MeetinGs The joint Annual General Meetings of the Rosebud Memorial Hall Association and the Rosebud Fire Association will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012, at 7:00 P.M. in the Community Centre. FiRe & ice spRinG spectaculaR Presented by Calgary Dance Express of Strathmore. An event for the whole family. March 3 @ Cheadle Hall, Cocktails 5:30pm, Dinner 6:30pm, Show @ 8pm, followed by dance and silent auction. Tickets $35. For tickets or more info contact calgarydanceexpress@xplornet.comor 403-585-0810. stRathMoRe skatinG club pResents; ciRcus coMes to toWn. Sunday March 11 @ 1pm, at the Strathmore Family Centre. 5 & under FREE, 6 & over $5.00/ticket.
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Crowfoot Multi 4-H remains busy

ShayLene Magwood Crowfoot Multi 4-H The 4-H club had another two general meetings discussing the important topics for the upcoming month. Dog agility met during this time and taught their dogs to go through hoops, recall, tunnel and jumps. And later had a useful presentation given to them by the Animal Care Center in Strathmore. Taking a tour of the clinic, viewing x-rays and learning about the different problems you would have to bring your pet in for. They also partook in one of the biggest events in their 4-H year; public speaking. This event was held on Feb. 4, at the United Church. It was a tremendous success with many of their members moving on to compete at higher levels later on. In our junior speeches placed (Alt) Timothy Link, (2nd) Arian Tongs, (1st) Sam Lloyd. Intermediate: (3rd) Matthew Link, (2nd) Shaylene Magwood, (1st) Emily Hilton. Senior placers were Sarah MacDonald in first. In presentations junior: (Alt) Cole Russel, (2nd) Kelly Berreth and Sophie MacDonald, (1st) Lauren Guttinger. Intermediate: (Alt) Kaylen Morgan, (2ND) Kendal Russel Natasha Russel, Marah Boehm (1st) Alicia Magwood and Ashley Berreth. And senior once again only had one presentation so the winners were Sydney Berreth, Toni Comstock and Billi Comstock. The district level which is the next step for those speakers will be held on March 17 at the Strathmore Civic Centre. Best of luck to all the competitors. The next general meeting will be held on March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Crowfoot Community Hall.
Former Strathmore musician Sarah Steeves returned on Feb. 7 to meet with students at Brentwood Elementary school. Steeves brought her quartet, the Ton Beau Quartet with her. Alexa Wilks (left), Sarah Steeves, Alex McLeod and Linnea Thacke.
Ton Beau Quartet visits Brentwood

Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter Its not every day a string quartet visits Brentwood Elementary School, but on Feb. 7 the Ton Beau Quartet stopped by to give a short presentation to the students. Alexa Wilks, Sarah Steeves, Alex McLeod and Linnea Thacke are doctoral students at the University of Toronto, and are involved in a two-week residency at the Banff Centre. Steeves is a former Brentwood student, and is also the daughter of Brentwoods music teacher Carolyn Steeves. Were actually putting together a program of music, we came here to sort of intensively study this program of music that were going to perform in Toronto when we return, said Wilks about the residency at the Banff Centre. While going to Brentwood school was a bit of a treat to reunite mother and daughter for a while, it also had a purpose. Thats part of the Banff Centres mandate is to get music out into the community, said Wilks. The goal of the quartet is to keep playing as much as they can. Playing concerts and touring are important to them but they all also agreed that its important to continue to do outreach and play for communities and children while continuing to develop educational programs.
Were playing a full movement for them this morning so when theyre listening to us for six or seven minutes they can engage with what were doing, said Sarah Steeves. Steeves said for the kids they were doing an introduction to the instruments, showing the different sounds that can be made with them. The quartet also help the students experience the ways music can invoke different emotions and images while trying to get them actively listening to the music. McLeod said they try to give them a sort of toolbox of different things they can listen for in the movement. The four doctoral students had all performed together at various times, before one day deciding to form their own quartet. We just started doing it for fun and got more and more serious. The more (we) enjoyed it, the better we got, said McLeod. I was determined not to study music until the year before high school when I started playing string quartets. I think we all kind of had our moments, its a career you pick because you love it. Its not going to bring you great financial success but its the kind of thing you really are passionate about, so I think we have all kind of grown into it over time, said Wilks. Thacke has already completed her doctorate, Wilks expects to be done this year, and both Steeves and McLeod expect to finish by 2013.
Winter walk fun

Students around Strathmore participated in the annual Winter Walk. The purpose of the walk is to get the students and staff out and active for a short period of time, depending on the weather. Top: Brentwood Elementary School had the Strathmore Fire Department bring their ladder truck and Sparky for the students on Feb. 8. Caleb Stone (left), Tyson Nakucyg, Hudson Shaw, and Trey Friesen.

Middle: Wheatland Elementary students began a trek around the neighbourhood, before opting to walk around the schools track on Feb. 9. Grady Stovka (left), Jorja Dugg, Jodecy Genus, Brooke Shaw and Cobie Klassen.

Bottom: Westmount students enjoyed running and walking around the track for their winter walk also on Feb. 8. Mackenzie Faucher front, Emily Stobbe, Madison Drummond, Jenna Smith.
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Ducks Unlimited fundraising supper in Carseland

Manny everett Times Contributor The Carseland Chapter of Ducks Unlimited Canada will be having their fundraising banquet and silent auction at the Carseland Community Centre on Fe. 25. Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has been committed to wetland conservation for more than 70 years. Despite this, wetland loss continues across Canada. Up to 70 per cent of wetlands have disappeared in settled areas of the country. DUC is a national, private, non-profit organization which is committed to conserving Canadas wetlands. Its a responsibility DUC does not take lightly. DUCs conservation efforts take many forms. On-the-ground work is guided by the wetland and waterfowl research of DUCs scientists. DUC works to change policy in favor of wetland and habitat conservation. DUC also delivers wetland and environmental education programs to teach Canadians about wetlands and the need to conserve them. As a non-profit organization, DUC relies on the support of Canadians from across the country. DUCs dedicated volunteers, members and staff work very hard to help DUC in achieving its conservation mission and vision. For more information about the event in Carseland please contact Adrian Knaus at (403)901-0447 or email at aknaus1@hotmail.com. Tickets for the banquet are still available $40 for a single and $340 for a table of eight (which includes a gift). Cocktails start at 5:30 p.m. with dinner, raffles and live auction to follow. Please come out and help Ducks Unlimited Canada conserve our wetlands.
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Bisons search for answers

With just two more games left in the regular season, the UFA Bisons are searching for answers heading into the post-season. After a tremendous run to the finals of the Macs Midget Hockey Tournament, the Bisons returned to league play and have not garnered the results they expected. When the team broke for the Christmastime tournament, they were battling for one of the top spots in the South Division. However, by going 1-6-2 in the New Year, they are entrenched in the fifth spot, with no chance of moving up or down in the standings. I think one of the reasons is that, obviously coming into the season everybody looks at the Macs as a time to peak, not only as a team, but individually its a great time to get noticed and recognized, described head coach Jeremy Friesen. For most of the guys, its a once in a lifetime opportunity. So we come out of the Macs, we dont have the greatest results that we wanted to there are a lot of different factors that go into that (now) we have no ability to move up or down in the standings. Its tough and I hate to say this, but I think it plays a factor but when there is nothing really on the line for us. Its tough to get that second and third effort. According to Friesen, despite the teams struggles, including a 5-0 road loss to the Red Deer Rebels on Feb. 11, they have not developed any bad habits that will affect their playoff fortunes. He believes that once the games mean something again, the results wll swing in their favour. However, with a pair of games against the top two teams in the North Division, the time to make adjustments heading into the post season is now. Im pretty confident that when the game becomes a playoff game when its basically win or go home that were going to have that ability to step up our game immensely and get back to work. As soon as there is that sense of desperation and urgency that is attached back to those games. As a coaching staff, thats what we need to do these last two games, is create that sense of urgency. The Bisons will play those two games this weekend when they travel to the Edmonton area to face the St. Albert Sports Raiders and the Leduc Oil Kings on Feb. 18 & 19. Game times are 8 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. respectively.
Hawks host Invitational

The Holy Cross Collegiate Hawks hosted their Grade 8/9 Invitational Basketball Tournament Feb. 10-11 at HCC. The Hawks and cross-town rival Crowther Memorial Junior High School were two of the eight teams involved in the tournament.
Hawks edge Spartans

It was a battle of Strathmore, as the Holy Cross Colligate Hawks hosted the Strathmore Spartans in senior high school boys basketball Feb. 13 at HCC. In a one-possession game, the Hawks prevailed over their cross-town rival.
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Hockey Day in GA was once again successful, the weather may have been a little chilly for the spectators, but the players didnt seem to notice.
Hockey Day in GA a continued success

shannon LeCLair Times Reporter The third annual Hockey Day in GA was just as successful as it has been in the past. This year there were 138 kids who registered, which is almost on par with the previous year for the event, which is held in Gleichen. The kids had a blast, even the ones that were playing outside, we had the older kids outside first, I think it was more the spectators that were cold because the kids didnt seem too complain to much at all, said organizer Cara Sheppard. They just had a blast, they just skated their little hearts out, got all sweated up and had a really good time. Last year we lost the ice due to warm weather and this year we just about lost toes. It was cold, but by the afternoon it had warmed up significantly. Because of the issues last year with the ice melting and many of the little kids falling all the time and getting soaking wet, organizers decided to just have the little guys outside once, just in case the weather did go bad, and they played inside for the other two games. The dressing room issue still seems to be a dressing room issue, so were going to talk about it at a meeting
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and see what we can do about dressing room issues, see what we can do next year, said Sheppard. The issue was, and still is a lack of space. This year some people brought their stock trucks, and the plan was to cover them with plastic and make them a sort of make-shift dressing room. The cold prevented it from happening, but Sheppard feels if the weather had played along it would have worked out. An extra rink was added outside this year and Sheppard said she doesnt think they will add another. If need be we could divide it (the bigger outdoor rink) in half so that would give us four outside and two inside. But I think if we got to the point where we have lots and lots of numbers wed make it a two-day event instead of one. I dont think well ever put any more rinks in, I think three is probably our capacity, said Sheppard. Wheatland County Councillor Ken Sauve was in attendance along with Gord Hira, chair of the Hockey Alberta pond hockey committee, George Kallay and Graham Parsons who are both zone directors for Hockey Alberta, Mike Oleson, Senior Manager, Systems and Administration for Hockey Alberta, and Howard Wurban, who sits on the committee with Sheppard.
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Young gymnast already a force to be reckoned with

Shannon LeCLair Times Reporter She may be new to competing but gymnast Montana Fairbairn, a Westmount Elementary student, is already showing she shouldnt be taken for granted. The somewhat shy gymnast began training when she was four years old, and now at nine, has had a chance to participate in two competitions. The first competition took place Jan. 21 in Edmonton and the second was in Red Deer on Feb. 4. At the Edmonton competition she placed first place on floor, second on beam, third on vault, seventh on the uneven bars and first place all around champion. In Red Deers competition was a similar story: first on floor, second on beam, fifth on the uneven bars and first place all around champion. I just wanted to go out there and show them my moves, and have fun and do my best, said Fairbairn when asked if she thought she would do so well her first few times out. Fairbairn trains out of the Stampede City Gymnastics Club in Calgary, and has since the beginning. Practicing her floor routine is one of her favourite events, because I like to dance and tumble. The only thing she can say she doesnt like about her chosen sport is the flexibility training. Somebody can be flexible and theyre powerful, but they are not like really, really powerful, and I am powerful but not very flexible, said Fairbairn. When we went to Calgary I expected her to get up to this level, said mom Jaime Fairbairn. Gymnastics they move fast, but its a lot. Now the amount of scholarships that they have in the States, like a couple of our gymnasts got full-ride scholarships to the States so its kind of nice in that sense. She said the organizers make the meet (competition) fun and everyone gets to walk away with something, even if it was a goodie bag. Montana will also have a chance to show off her skills when she participates in the Kyle Shewfelt Gym Fest in March, and she will be heading to Montreal later this year to compete in the International Gymnix competition. Fairbairn is the only pre-novice from her club who will be going, and she is excited. Her goal is to one day make it into the Olympics.
montana Fairbairn at her first competition in edmonton on Jan. 21. Fairbairn is quickly making a name for herself in the gymnastics community after being named first all around champion at her first two meets.
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Successful bonspiel!
The Hussar Ladies Bonspiel was held Jan. 29 to Feb. 4. The winners of the A event was the H. Armstrong Rink, Jan Oster (lead), Lana Armstrong (second), Terry Armstrong (third), and Harriet Armstrong (skip). The winners of the B event was the Gordon rink, Barb Slemko (lead), Cindy Selgensen (second), Lisa Armstrong (third), and Shannon Gordon (skip). The winners of the C event was the K. Fraser rink, Leslie Demott (lead), Karen Hemminger (second), Kim Douglass (third), and Kim Fraser (skip).
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Penguin Power
The Strathmore ice Penguins travelled to medicine Hat on Feb. 10 to participate in their first away tournament. They played four amazing games and skated away with medals they can wear with pride. Team members are; Avery mahussier (backl-r), Saige Aleman, Grace Friessen, Haven Schuett, Kaiya munchrath, Josie Herriot, Coaches Guy Bailie, Kim Stanlake-Cammer, Carson Westgard (front, l-r), Reghan Tait, Jasmine Thiessen, Ryann Tashlikowich, emma moore, Alyssa Bailie, Jorja Duggan and Rylen Bogusky.
Glitter results!
The Strathmore Skate Club had a great showing at the second annual Glitter on ice Competition, held at the Gleichen Arena on Jan. 28. Strathmore results; interpretive: Sarah Beemer-2nd, Rebecca David-3rd Pre Preliminary A: Rylee Wilson-2nd Spin Spiral Jump C: Alandra Ward-2nd Spin Spiral Jump D: Aislyn Shaw-1st, Chondra Fox-2nd, emily Stobbe-3rd, Hailey Preston-4th Spin Spiral Jump Boys: ethan Scott-1st introductory A: Kaitlyn Struiksma-1st introductory C: Ashley LaCoste-2, Courtnay martiniuk-3rd.
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Ladies bonspiel wraps up

The Strathmore Curling Club was the host of the Ladies Bonspiel last week, Feb. 7 to 12. The Brown rink won the A event, beating out Cindy Shakleton in an extra end. Dinner was a Girl Guide theme and was put on by the Bev Shaw rink. The junior bonspiel is on march 3 to 4, and the mens bonspiel will be taking place march 13 to 20. Shannon LeClair Photo
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Team Alberta hosted the Burlington Barracudas in the annual Rock the Rink event at the Strathmore Family Centre on Feb. 11. The event, which was a mainstay with the now-defunct Strathmore Rockies of the WWHL, is being carried on by Team Alberta of the Canadian Womens Hockey League. Alberta defeated the Barracudas 5-2.
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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George William Sandmaier of Strathmore, Alberta. George passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, February 10 at the age of 65 years. Although his life here with us was shorter than we hoped and planned, we will be forever thankful for the years we had with the best husband, father, and grandpa we could have asked for. He was a generous, caring, hardworking man who will be missed by all who knew him. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, Joan, his loving wife of 43 years; children, Kevin (Lynn), Cheryl (Rod), Bryan (Dallas), Allison (Garren), Sasha, and Nikki; grandchildren, Jessica, Joshua, Tyler, Jared, Curtis, Jordyn, Blake, Brandon, Alexa, and Olivia; siblings, Marvis (Garry), Joan, Nadine (Paul), Armella (Bob), Rita, Phyllis (Garry), Dennis (Melva), Theresa (Cal), and Kathy (John); father-in-law Leroy; inlaws, Carol (Pat), Doug, Linda (Darrel), Yvonne (Ulrik), Russell (Peggy), Donna (Pat), Bobby (Kathy), Billy (Wanda), and Theresa (Jeff); numerous nieces, nephews, friends and co-workers. George was predeceased by his parents George and Josephine, mother-inlaw Edna, and sister Marilyn. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the doctors and nurses at the Strathmore Hospital for the loving care, compassion, and kindness shown to George, and our family during this difficult time. Also, thank you to the staff at the Drumheller Cancer Clinic and Dr. Tang at the Tom Baker Cancer Center for their care over the past year. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, No one else will fill. In keeping with Georges wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to Strathmore District Health Foundation (Palliative Care), 200 Brent Blvd., Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1J9. To send condolences, please visit www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca. WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME LTD. (Strathmore) in care of arrangements. 403-934-5666.
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Applications will be accepted in confidence until 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 29, 2012 to: Personnel Committee-Assistant Planner Wheatland County Hwy 1, RR 1, Strathmore, AB T1P 1J6. Fax: (403) 934-4889. For additional information email: Bonnie.Knox@wheatlandcounty.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Ages 4-12 Sunday February 26th
Langdon Field house 11:00am-1pm
Langdon.little-league@hotmail.ca Ages 13-14 (Junior Division) Register in Chestermere with the Chestermere Little League For more information please e-mail recreation@chestermerecrca.com
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Applications will be accepted in confidence until 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 29, 2012 to: Personnel Committee-Public Works Receptionist Wheatland County Hwy 1, RR 1, Strathmore, AB T1P 1J6. Fax: (403) 934-4889. For additional information email: Bonnie.Knox@wheatlandcounty.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Public Inviation
To the Citizens of Strathmore and Wheatland County regions who are interested in the furtherance of Arts and Culture in our Community! The Strathmore Regional Community Arts Centre Feasibility Study Committee and RC Strategies invite you to attend a brief presentation of the results of a 2011 Community Arts Centre Feasibility Study, funded primarily by an Alberta Government grant and in part by the Hope Bridges Society.
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agricultural/industrial manufacturing background and asset able to procure raw materials and supplies for fabrication shop experience in inventory control, customer service, work in team environment, shipping and receiving computer experience required Journeyman or Apprentices - mig exp preferred, full time permanent positions Nuvision is a progressive agricultural / industrial manufacturer located near Carseland, Ab. Please fax resume to 403-901-2387 or e-mail to ken@nvind.ca.
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TODDLE INN DAYCARE, vacancies available for Child Care Worker. Duties include supervising children and program planning as well as light cleaning duties. Job requirements; criminal record check, 1st aid and must hold a childcare professional certificate. Drop off resumes at the day care, 309, 2nd Ave. Strathmore. HIRING - F.T. Kitchen Helper at the Roadhouse Restaurant - $11.30/hr experience preferred, but will train. F.T. Cook $13.61/ hr 3-5 years experience required. Mail resume to: 510 Hwy #1 Strathmore AB T1P1M6.
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Wanted IMMEDIATELY @ The Calgary Stockyards Strathmore One day a week answering phones, invoicing and data entry. MUST be comfortable with computers. Agriculture experience an assent but not a must. Please call Bryan Danard 403-934-1644 or email resume to bryan_danard@hotmail.com
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Applications will be accepted in confidence until 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2012 to: Personnel Committee Wheatland County Hwy 1, RR 1, Strathmore, AB T1P 1J6. Fax: (403) 934-4889. For additional information email: Bonnie.Knox@wheatlandcounty.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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DIRECT SALES Representatives. Canadas premiere home automation and security company is now hiring April-August. No experience necessary. Travel required. Email resume: kkurtze@ vivint.com. Visit: www. vivint.ca. AN EARTHMOVING COMPANY based in Edson, Alberta requires a fulltime Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd at 780723-5051. NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $259. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800282-6903 ext. 228. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. 1-866399-3853; www.iheschool. com. EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 7 8 0 - 9 5 5 - 2 0 0 8 ; info@tempcodrilling.com. Phone 780955-5537. ALBERTA PRODUCTION TESTING company is seeking experienced Operators, Night Operators and Supervisors. Competitive pay rates and medical benefits. Applicants must hold valid Alberta Class 5 driver licence, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid, PST, WHMIS and TDG certificate. Submit resume to: info@testalta.com. EARN EXTRA CASH! Parttime, fulltime immediate openings for men & women. Easy computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed; www. HWC-AB.com. GO TO YOUR NEXT job interview with 2nd year apprenticeship skills. Heavy Equipment Certificate. GPRC, Fairview Campus. 34 week program. 1st & 2nd period HET technical theory - apprenticeship opportunity. Hands-on training. Safety courses. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca. SKILLED WORKERS Always in Demand. Pre-employment Welder, Millwright/ Machinist programs. 16 weeks and write first year apprenticeship exam. Be ready for high paying, in demand trades jobs. Fall studies. GPRC Grande Prairie Campus. 1-8 8 8 - 9 9 9 - 7 8 8 2 ;www.gprc.ab.ca/ fairview. EXPERIENCED WATER WELL Driller for domestic drilling within 150 miles of Edmonton. Rotary or Cable Tool. Excellent earnings, benefits, accommodation supplied. Phone 1-800-244-4766. Fax 1-780-438-6334. Email: rgfield@shaw.ca.
Viterra - Beiseker Ag is looking for self-starters to transport and deliver anhydrous ammonia to our farm customers during our spring fertilizer application season. Licensing requirements: Valid 1A license or Class 3A. Relevant anhydrous ammonia experience is beneficial but is not required. Given favorable weather conditions, these term positions are expected to begin early Spring 2012. Viterra offers a competitive wage and safe handling training. To apply, please submit your resume via e-mail to victor. dorma@viterra.com or fax to 403-947-2354. When submitting your application, please also attach a copy of your five year drivers abstract. The closing date for application is March 15, 2012.
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We are looking for an individual who: Enjoys working with children and adults Has the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, ever-changing environment Possesses strong communication and organizational skills Has intermediate to advanced computer and accounting skills (Experience with Microsoft, Student Information Systems, and Accounting software would be an asset). Please submit your resume, with appropriate documentation, on or before 12:00 noon, Tuesday, February 21, 2012 to: Brentwood Elementary School 95 Brentwood Drive, Strathmore, AB T1P 1E3 Fax: 403-934-2193 e-mail: brentwood@ghsd75.ca Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted. We thank all applicants who have applied for their interest in the Golden Hills School Division.
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PAYROLL & HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR

The Town of Strathmore is a vibrant and progressive community of 12,000 people, located on the Trans Canada Highway 40 km. East of Calgary. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to become part of the Corporate Services and Administrative Team. Reporting to Finance Manager, the full time role of Payroll & Human Resources Advisor will appeal to a candidate who thrives in a challenging and progressive environment. This position is responsible for assisting in multiple financial activities relating to company bi-weekly payroll functions, including timely and accurate reporting of payroll data for the Town employees, as well as Human Resource activities/ projects. The Town of Strathmore is an employer offering growth, a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, and opportunity to succeed. We endeavour to be leaders in municipal sustainability, and encourage our employees to help us achieve excellence Duties will include but are not limited to: Ensuring that all salaries, hours, and wage are paid to all employees accurately and in a timely fashion Preparing journal entries and forms, such as records of employment, income tax forms, and remittances Organization of employee programs (e.g. health benefits, Local Authorities Pension Plan, Canadian Savings Bond etc.) Ensuring that expense claims forms are filled out correctly Maintaining records for pension and life assurance contributions made by employees; liaise with service providers to ensure funds are transferred as appropriate Provision of support and resources to employees and managers/supervisors in the form of discussion, dispute resolution, information, or guidance, as appropriate to the specific circumstance Assist in the recruitment and retention of Town employees Qualifications The successful candidate will have a Certificate in HR Management (CHRP) and minimum level 1 of Canadian Payroll Association or Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certificate, 5 years of related and progressively responsible experience, 5 years experience with PC computers, Microsoft Windows and MS Office, in depth knowledge of benefits and tracking financial data related to payroll/benefits and financial software, experience with LAPP reporting, professional attitude and appearance, and ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics and training in conflict resolution, are considered assets. The Town of Strathmore offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the Local Authorities Pension Plan and Health and Wellness benefits. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please forward your resume to: Linda Nelson, Deputy CAO Town of Strathmore 680 Westchester Road, Strathmore, AB T1P 1J1 Phone: (403) 934-3133 Fax: (403) 934 -4713 Email: opportunities@strathmore.ca
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Sears Canada Inc. is offering qualified candidates an opportunity to own and operate the Sears Dealer Stores in
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Sears Dealer Stores offer the most popular brands of Furniture, Major Appliances, Mattresses, Furniture, Home Electronics, Floor Care & Sewing Products, Air & Water Treatment Products and Lawn & Garden Equipment, plus Sears Catalogue Services. This unique opportunity will allow you to combine your proven business skills with the many strengths of Sears including: Field sales and merchandising support Toll-free and online operational support Extensive advertising & marketing support Complete inventory at no cost to you Professional interior & exterior signing packages On-lne point-of-sale reservation system Desirable customer payment options Your sales experience and exceptional customer service skills plus commitment, hard work and winning spirit combined with Sears strengths will provide the structure for success in your community. Youll earn commission plus additional income opportunities. Interested candidates should call Telephone: 1-800-698-7088 Fax: 1-888-744-3666
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Large 2 and 3 bedroom apartments for rent, starting at $900/mth plus utilities n/s, n/p. Call 403934-2959. avaiLabLe immediateLy, 1100 sq.ft. suite, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appliances & vacu flo. n/p n/s no Children, 25 plus years rent $1000/ month plus $1000/dd, all utilities incl. Call (403) 9349700.
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ChinooK iii. first months rent is half price! 2 bdrm $900/mth or 1 bdrm $800/ mth. +dd required. heat & water included. no pets. Call Jane at 403-934-6896.
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WestMount Drive - 1 and 2 bedroom townhouse unit from $765/ month. Family Building, with no pets. short walk to shopping, golf and parks. Call luella at 403-934-5731 or emerald Management & realty ltd. @ 403-2378811.
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Chinook ii - a two bedroom unit located at the Chinook ii Condo $875, this is adult life-style building, with no pets & Coin laundry. Call luella at 403-934-5731 or emerald Management & realty ltd. @ 403237-8811.
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LOOKING FOR AN OFFICE PRESENCE? Are you working from home and need to meet clients in a professional office atmosphere? Has your business grown to the point where you could use some office space every now and again? We have a solution for you! For part time office solutions call Robert Desjardins at 403-934-5533
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FORMER SHOWHOME, PRICED BELOW REPLACEMENT COST, ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES, FULLY DEVELOPED BACKING ONTO THE GOLF COURSE
Excellent building spot along pavement on 4.9 acres close to Strathmore. Great potential to build on this 5.9 acres along canal near Strathmore.
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Backing onto the canal, this 2 storey split is immaculate and ready to move in 3 bedrooms plus den, 2.5 baths, walkout to fully landscaped yard! A MUST SEE!
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Excellent bung. on 7.5 acres in Standard area. 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open concept, close to pavement, quick possession.
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New roof, siding, windows and main bath. Huge well landscaped corner lot with single garage. Immediate possession. $91,900.
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5 bedroom, 2 storey built in 2009, triple front garage. This land has been annexed into the Town of Chestermere!
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STRATHMORE: Ready to build your dream home, Architectural controls, across from the park and back lane! $169,900. CARSELAND: $59,900.00 Ready to build on, back alley nice quiet street!
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iMMeDiate - $950 2 bdrm, furnished + bedding + dishes etc. all utilities included. n/p, responsible tenants only. Call 403-936-5541 or 403615-5678.
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Upstairs bUngalow, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, F/s, Dw, Fireplace, douple parking pad, shared laundry, large fenced yard, n/s, pets negotiable. $1050/mth + D.D. + utilities, available February 1. Call 403-901-0309
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aCreage with newer 16 x 80 mobile home, 5 miles north of Carseland. animals negotiable, n/s. $1200/mth plus $1200/security deposit and utilities. Call 403-9344769.
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UniqUe opportUnity! shared accommodations, 1 3 bdrms if needed in strathmore, near schools & hospital, with beautiful backyard, backing onto grays park. available immediately and rent is flexible if necessary. Mature adults only. Call 403-901-9295 for all the details.
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3 acres of bare land off Hwy 564 west of Strathmore The 3 acres has oil revenue Level land, great to build on Services close to the 4 acre parcel
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Pole shed. 40 gal well. 1/2 mile to pavement.
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C3478854
$359,900!
3 bdrms, 3 Baths, Bsmt Dev. Walk out Bsmt, Green Space.
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BranD new BUnGalow $336,000

1420 SQ. FT. OPEN FLOOR PLAN HARDWOODS
steal this! $154,900

3 bdrms, 2 full baths, family room, fully dev basement.
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one acre parcel
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Great location Canal Gardens
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Full bsmt Brentwood $222,000
MLS# C3496336 & C3496338
Bare land NW of Strathmore 3 & 4 Acres $167,000
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MLS# C3506373 Backs onto Lakes of Murfield Golf Course Can be subdivided into 3--1 acre parcels On town water and your own 4 GPM well Extensively renovated--shingles, siding, windows-flooring 4 bdms--2 full baths
MLS# C3507071
Safe cul de sac-backs onto canal and Greenspace 2 bdms--1 1/2 baths-att garage Patio at back--absolutely no stairs Wheel chair accessable Walk to down town shopping
Double wide- 3 bdm plus den or 4th bdm New siding,shingles,flooring, solid OAK cabinets 1356 sq ft--2 full baths--Granite Counter tops Full bath and walk in closet off Master bdm Plenty of room for a garage, off street parking
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MLS# C3507486
$199,900
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3 Acres M/L Lyalta$464,900
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Secure Adult living $215,000
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Brentwood Extensively renovated
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OVER 1670 SQ FT. ON MAIN MAIN FLOOR FAMILY ROOM 3 BDRM, RV PARKING IN REAR OVERSIZE SINGLE GARAGE
r e bl ra )! pa ge m a co tg n or Whether your first home or time to a downsize, come see what is possible th d m for only $168,900 GST incl. ss n le s a Strathmore's best value! o e m ax 0/ y t 5 t $1 er p y o pa r d s, p an e N fe W o O d n con ca g ou din y u Call us for a viewing anytime! l ow inc h ( e abefehrhomes@gmail.com se www.abefehrhomes.ca e om C
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$299,900
Paved Circle Drive Lots of Trees Walking Distance to all Amenities Attached Double Garage
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32 Years Experience
C3497783
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JUst like new $212,000

This home sparkles, fully developed lower, 18x14 deck, views of the country.
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11.9 acres $288,000 Industrial rezoned west of Strathmore
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priceD at $124,900
Huge Double Wide Single Garage Large Corner Lot Foreclosure
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totallY renovateD!!
1548 sq, ft, Fully Dev. Lower Downtown location Huge treed Lot Priced at $360,000
C3500336
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106 - 304 - 3rd Ave., Strathmore lorna@lornaphibbs.com
COUNTRY VIEWS 1420 SQ. 2 BATHS, 3 BDRMS MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY.
new new $333,000
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c/s
$214,900!
50+ living. 2 large bedrooms. Backs on canal and green. Front attached garage.
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a little Bit coUntrY!!
Gorgeous Modular Heated 28x24 Garage Hot tub Lease is $300 per mo.
$149,000
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46.56 acres
Many options on this parcel of land, 25 minutes east of Calgary. $599,000.
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Locally Owned & Operated

M-F 8 - Owned & Operated by Randy & Shelley Orford Locally 9 pm

#109 - 900 Pine Road, Strathmore 403-934-9733

Canyon Creek (Strathmore)

104 - 3rd Avenue, Strathmore

Selling Strathmore & Area One Dream at a Time

Internet boost for rural users

Walking in a winter wonderland

Hockey Day in Gleichen

Look on Page 4 for Town of Strathmore Municipal Notices

Holiday Home Chek

Call Nancy Stairs or Steve Farran 403-901-9335 or farrans@hotmail.com

Page 2 Strathmore TimeS February 17, 2012

Dream comes true for one Strathmore woman

open for lunch

Fresh & Hot Pizza by the Slice!

Shannon LeClair Photo

419 - 2nd Street, Strathmore 403-934-0006 or 403-901-1181

Minute to win it at Crowther

Frozen treats and great eats at new DQ store

2nd Floor of the Aztec Building 304 - 3rd Avenue, Strathmore

Shannon LeClair Photo

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UNITED WAY / STRATHMORE PARTNERSHIP

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413 - 3rd St. Strathmore