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Jasper’s own Mychol Ormandy shows off his alter ego Toni Lester Van Blam during a surprise performance at OUT Jasper’s Fairy Tales and Legends party, Saturday, April 13. For more photos, see pages 10 and 11.

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Every Wednesday afternoon for the past 20 years, Mildred Flanagan has put her nimble fingers to work, playing piano tunes for residents in the hospital’s long-term care facility.

When the sing-a-long began, it was Flanagan’s way of helping out the hospital’s volunteer coordinator, who was looking for people to feed patients.

“I said, ‘No. I don’t think I could feed them, but I could play the piano for them’ and that was the start,” remembers Flanagan. “They used to say in the hospital that after sing-a-long, residents were more contented. There were less complaints and less hassles.”

Flanagan says she enjoys performing each week, especially when everyone participates.

“I get great pleasure to play for people who sing.”

Silent heroeS: Shining a light on volunteerS

A community’s strength can be found in its volunteers. The people who give up their free time to lend a hand, no matter what’s needed or when. April 21-27 is National Volunteer Week—a week devoted to recognizing those silent heroes who get the job done, without asking for thanks or praise—so the Fitzhugh tracked down a few of Jasper’s dedicated volunteers and asked them why they do what they do.

Like most long-time volunteers, Anita Robinson is quick to dismiss her years of service to the community. For her, being a volunteer is just part and parcel of being a community member.

“It’s not even a question,” she says. “Sometimes someone asks you to help and you do it and you don’t even realize you’re volunteering.”

Robinson, who grew up in Jasper and attributes her volunteer approach to the people who mentored her while she was young, is the longest serving member on the Jasper Adult Learning Council’s board.

What she likes about that role is that it’s hands on. “You don’t rubber stamp things. You actually get in and get your hands dirty and participate.”

She also volunteers with the Jasper Curling Club and in the past she’s worked with Meals on Wheels.

Hjalmar Tiesenhausen is inching toward 30 years of service with the Jasper Volunteer Fire Brigade.

He says being a volunteer is his way of giving back to the community that he loves.

“The community is really taking care of my family,” he says, “so it’s a way of giving something back.

“We can’t afford a full-time fire department, so people have to step up to the plate and volunteer and get the job done.”

Although some people might think he’s chosen a dangerous way to give back, that’s not how he sees it.

“The way I see it, if you have the proper training and the proper tools and a good support structure, you’re not putting yourself in danger, you’re protecting yourself and all the people that are around you.”

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Parks Canada’s proposed winter backcountry closures have pitted backcountry skiers against caribou, leaving those users to fight a losing battle, says one backcountry outfitter.

“It’s impossible to have a rational conversation about this because it immediately gets couched in ‘it’s people against caribou’ and it’s not,” said Gilbert Wall of Tonquin Valley Adventures. “There is a realization from me, particularly, that caribou are worth saving, but the conversation is dismal right now. It’s ‘people bad, caribou good.’”

And that’s difficult, he said, because the backcountry users are being “vilified,” despite the fact that they’re amongst the lowest impact users in the park, and they’re also some of the most environmentally conscious.

Parks is proposing to close the Tonquin Valley, the Brazeau area and the northern boundary of the park to backcountry use from Nov. 1 to March 1 in hopes of protecting caribou—a threatened species under the Species at Risk Act—from predators such as wolves. The argument for the closure is it is believed compact ski tracks allow wolves access to winter caribou habitat, where they would otherwise be safe from predation.

This is not the only threat to Jasper’s woodland caribou—Parks Canada has identified five—but it is one of them, said Layla Neufeld, a wildlife biologist with Parks Canada’s Mountain National Park Caribou Conservation Project.

“There’s a lot of things that are important to caribou ecology and we need to do everything at this point, because the situation is quite desperate, to do what we can to meet both our obligations for the Species at Risk Act and our management plan and also our ecology goals,” she said.

Referencing research during last week’s Wild Jasper presentation, she said trails clear of snow allow wolves to travel farther and faster. “By staying on compacted trails, wolves travel in areas where deep snow would usually

impede movements.” She couldn’t say how many caribou mortalities have been on trails.

Only 71 caribou remain in the park. There are 50 in the Tonquin herd, 15 in the Brazeau and six in the Maligne. That’s not enough for them to be self-sustaining, said Neufeld.

“[Woodland caribou] are declining nearly everywhere, all across the country, from Yukon to basically Newfoundland,” she said. “So that’s a little bit of pressure on us.”

The proposed closures, which equate to about 18 per cent of the park and include some of the most accessible backcountry ski areas, have been met with opposition from backcountry users and groups like the Association for Mountain Parks Protection and Enjoyment. Those opposed feel the closures are being pushed through without research or proof to back up Parks Canada’s claims.

Because caribou are a species at risk, Neufeld said that means decisions need to be made under uncertainty. “We really can’t put off decisions until perfect knowledge is acquired.”

Parks will announce its decision on the closures in May. April 19 is the last day to submit comments that will help the agency in

its decision making process.For Wall, if the proposed closures are approved, it’s the

last nail in the coffin for his business.“It’s kind of like death by 1,000 cuts,” he said, noting

that there is no way to increase revenue as the season is continuously cut shorter and Parks is continuously implementing new operating conditions that add costs. Between those conditions and the lack of funding for maintenance of trails and infrastructure in the backcountry, things are looking grim for Tonquin Valley Adventures, said Wall.

“It’s been a long process of making it harder and harder to operate, to the point now where it’s not really possible to operate.”

Comments regarding the proposed closures can be sent to [email protected].


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a community of volunteers

Jasper is a can-do community. When something needs doing, someone will surely step up and do it. Whether it’s coaching a hockey team, reffing a game, baking a cake, building a trail, chaperoning a field trip, sitting on a board or raising funds for an ailing roof, the people of Jasper are there.

And, more often than not, they are there silently, never asking for exposure or praise. In fact, they’re so modest, they don’t even realize just how valuable their time and effort is to the community.

Take for example the three volunteers highlighted on page 2. Each one—Anita Robinson, Hjalmar Tiesenhausen and Mildred Flanagan—initially brushed off the request for an interview, saying something along the lines of, “Oh. I don’t do that much” or “Volunteering is just a part of being a community member.”

They even tried to pass off the praise to others, quickly coming up with a handful of other volunteers that they feel are far more deserving of such recognition or praise.

With National Volunteer Week just around the corner, it’s important that—no matter how uncomfortable it makes them—we take the time to shine a spotlight on those self less people who make our town vibrant.

Think about it, without those volunteers, there would be no Jasper Pride Weekend, the museum wouldn’t have a fighting chance at replacing it’s roof, Jasper wouldn’t have more than 200 km of multi-use trails or community dinners all winter long, and Jasper in January might only have a handful of events.

Of course, these are just some of the most apparent examples of how volunteers benefit our community. There are also a lot of less obvious ways. There are the people who shovel a neighbour’s driveway or rake their leaves. There are community members who bring food to their sick friend or pop in for a visit with an elderly neighbour.

Jasper has so many unsung heroes, who make those small, often unnoticed gestures that help community members who need a hand.

If you flip through this week’s newspaper you’ll hear from many of them.

There’s Fire Chief Greg Van Tighem who is about to embark on a 2,700 km bike ride to raise money for the MS Society of Canada. There are the seven Arts Jasper board members who are celebrating their 40-year anniversary. There are the volunteers at the United Church Thrift Shop who will be on the catwalk this week to raise money for the Jasper Yellowhead Museum and Archives’ roof fund. And, while we’re on the topic, there are the museum volunteers who have been working endlessly to ensure Jasper’s history is preserved.

These modest, giving folks are the reason Jasper is what it is and for that they deserve all the thanks and praise we can muster.

That’s why National Volunteer Week and the Municipality of Jasper’s annual Volunteer Banquet are so important. They give us the opportunity to drag hardworking volunteers away from their busy behind-the-scenes schedules and into the spotlight where they belong.

Dear Editor,

I would like to commend council and Christine Nadon, manager of communications, for developing a new policy to encourage residents to get engaged in the town’s decision making process. I looked up the draft policy on the town’s website, as suggested, and found it quite interesting.

I do note however that one of the first things mentioned in the policy is informing the community of current and future issues that are of interest. In that regard, I would like to comment that although there has been public input on the current operating budget, there has been, as far as I can tell, no mention of the capital budget for 2013. Unless the operating budget indicates a reduction in services or expansion of programs or a huge increase in taxes, it does not necessarily generate much interest with the readers.

The capital budget however can sometimes be very stimulating and often controversial as it

outlines future plans for new buildings, new or replacement equipment and investment in infrastructure which can be quite costly for the taxpayers. I am sure it would be of interest to the public to know what capital expenditures there may be in the coming year.

Although council and administration seek input and information from the public it must be remembered that this need for information works both ways. We all know that one of the factors in a good relationship is communication.

As an example, there seems to be a shroud of secrecy surrounding the progress of our new library. I have occasion to walk by there almost every day and often the lack of activity makes one think the project has been abandoned. The lack of information on the library’s progress or other issues is starting to generate some weird rumours, innuendo and speculation on the part of some residents, which in my experience can often be so far from the truth as to be laughable.

‘Need for information works both ways’

Dr. Thomas O’Hagan’s house located on the corner of Geikie Street and Miette Avenue. It’s now a parking lot.

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However this will always happen when people are kept in the dark and little or no truthful information is forthcoming. The only update I can remember in the Fitzhugh was a few months ago when the CAO indicated there were some mechanical problems with the library but he did not wish to elaborate.

Have these problems been solved? What is the expected completion date now? Is it going to remain one million dollars over budget or has that increased and if so by how much? Possibly this silence is from a concern that there may be some backlash or criticism from the community and that bothers me.

The unfortunate thing with civic politics is that, unlike federal or provincial legislatures, there is no official opposition to ask and demand answers to these types of questions. That function is left up to the

public in municipalities. This makes it even more important in civic politics for council and the news media to make sure information is flowing both ways.

All politicians must be a little thick skinned as they will always get negative feedback regardless of the decisions made, but public feedback is the only way the public has of keeping the local politicians on their toes and accountable. Keeping the public in the dark and just guessing as to what is happening is a sure way of stifling public engagement, not encouraging it.

I hope that this new policy, if adopted by council, will work both ways, with both sides engaged, so that decisions affecting all parties can have meaningful input.

Jack TempletonJasper, Atla.

It’s just a few mere days before Greg Van Tighem embarks on his bike ride from one end of Highway 93 to the next—about 2,700 kilometres—to raise $93,000 for the MS Society of Canada.

On April 20, Jasper’s fire chief will board a plane to Phoenix, Ariz. Once there, he will be met by retired town manager George Krefting, who will drive him to Wickenburg, Ariz.—Jasper’s sister city and the community that marks the southern end

of Highway 93. And just a few days later, on April 23, he will mount his bike for his first day of riding.

“I feel good, strong,” he said last week. “I can kind of ride a bike all day long. The only question is what happens after day 10 or 15.”

Whatever happens, though, he said he’ll keep riding.

“I’m doing this for people with MS and they suffer every day. I may hit a wall and I may suffer a little bit, but at the end I get to go home and the suffering will stop.”

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects vision, hearing, memory, balance and mobility. It is most often diagnosed in young

adults from age 15 to 40, and currently there is no cure.

Van Tighem has been raising funds for the MS Society of Canada for seven years. To date, he’s pulled in about $145,000 for the society, not including the $9,900 he has already raised toward his $93,000 goal for the bike ride.

To pledge Van Tighem or to learn more about his ride, dubbed “End to End to End MS,” visit his website www.endms93.com. You can also follow his journey on Facebook by clicking “Like” on his page, Endms93.

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Last week’s results: Does a healthy work/life balance exist in your life?52.4% (11) Yes, I love my job and still have time to enjoy the best that life has to offer. 47.6% (10) No, I’m always working with little time for

anything else.

question of the week... how often do you volunteer?

a) Once a week. b) A couple times a month. c) A few times a year. d) Never.

Go to www.fitzhugh.ca and thevalleysentinel.com to cast your votes. Results will be published in next week’s newspaper.

Last week’s results: Will you visit Mount Edith Cavell this season?88.9% (16) Yes, I can’t wait to see how it’s changed since Ghost Glacier fell. 5.6% (1) Maybe if I have the free time.

5.6% (1) No, I’m scared of another ice avalanche.

If you are hiking or biking in the mountain parks, you may encounter a bear anytime, anywhere. The more you know about bear ecology and behaviour, and how to act in the event of a bear encounter, the safer you will be.

Be aware that bears are found throughout the park and can move long distances in a very short time period. Just because a bear has been sighted on a particular trail does not mean it will be there an hour later. Please check for trail warnings and closures (online at www.pc.gc.ca/jasper) before you hit the trail. The Bear Sightings Report provides an overview of where bears have been sighted on a weekly basis. It is compiled from bear sightings by parks staff, researchers and the public. You can view it at www.pc.gc.ca/jasper, under “Bear Update.”

Stay alert on the trails • Make noise • Look for fresh bear signs • Travel in groups • Keep your dog on a leash • Carry bear spray and know how to use it • If you encounter a bear, give it LOTS of space

Drive with care• Reduce your speed • Stay in your vehicle when watching roadside bears—do not follow a bear into the forest

Safely store bear attractants • Keep food, garbage, recyclables, pet food and barbecues in bear-proof storage or hard- sided vehicles

If you see a bear, please let us know! Report all bear sightings to the Jasper National Park Resource Conservation Office (24 hrs) at 780-852-6155.

sPRing WildliFE uPdATE bEAR sAFETy TiPsJasper’s bears are waking up and starting to leave

their dens for the valley bottoms, in search of new vegetation, and any animals that are weakened or have died over the winter. Recent sightings include black bears in the Snake Indian and East Gate areas and grizzly tracks in the Snaring area and the east end of the park.

Early season food is very important for these animals as they have been fasting for nearly six months. Hikers and bikers should watch for droppings and other signs, make noise on trails and carry bear spray.

Wolves and coyotes are currently active near town. A large black wolf has been frequenting the area near the JPL bridge and the Signal pack has been spotted in the Valley of the Five Lakes. There have not been any recent encounters with pets or humans, but please remember to keep pets on a leash while out and about.

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QUOTE of the weekI’m doing this for people with MS and they suffer every day. I may hit a wall and I may suffer a little

bit, but at the end I get to go home and the suffering will stop.

greg van Tighem on his 2,700 km bike ride


NATIONAL PARk NEWS APRil 18INBRIEF

WoodPEckER TRAil AlmosT FinishEd: WORk WILL COMPLETE JASPER’S EASY TRAIL SYSTEM

This spring, finishing touches will be put on the Woodpecker Trail, which connects Lake Annette with Trefoil Lake near Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

New interpretive signage will highlight FireSmart thinning work that acts as a fire break, and wildlife and trees that have adapted to wildfire.

Thrifty fashion on the catwalk

Drink tea, eat dessert and watch volunteers of the United Church Thrift Shop strut their stuff in treasures from their very own racks, April 20, at the Spring Fashion Show at the McCready Centre.

There will be at least 25 outfits on display, with all of the clothing items up for auction to the highest bidder.

The hope is to serve strawberry shortcake, but if the strawberries aren’t in season, the volunteers will whip up something equally as delicious instead.

The show will begin at 2 p.m. There is a $5 cover fee, with all proceeds going to the Jasper Yellowhead Museum and Archives’ roof fund.

gymnasts off to provincials

Two athletes from the Jasper Gymnastics Club will be representing their team at the Provincial Championships in Edmonton this weekend.

Tess Melanson and Madelaine Britt won spots in the championships by competing well at the Northern Zone Trials in Grande Prairie late last month.

The provincials take place April 19-21. Check next week’s Fitzhugh for results.

Wacko resident artist in banff

As resident artist in the Fairmont Banff Springs hotel, Jasperite Wendy Wacko has dedicated this week to creating art.

Given the hotel is celebrating its 125th anniversary, she is inspired to be in such a historic building. “What’s interesting is the persona of the hotel and the feeling of peace it gives you,” she said. “It fosters creativity and innovation.”

The artist in residence program is offered in partnership with Mountain Galleries, which was founded by Wacko in 1992. The program offers artists a chance to live in the hotel for a week and create art.

In honour of the hotel’s anniversary, artists will create work inspired by the story of the Fairmont Banff Springs.

“I have a new iPad and my goal this week is to do 100 drawings all around the interior and exterior of the hotel.”

Wacko said she also plans to experiment with other art applications on the device.

Throughout this week, she will work in different areas of the hotel where guests can see her, as the artist in residence program is meant to be an experience for them, too.

“I’ve set it up so that it can be interactive if somebody wants to sit down with me and swing a brush.”


After 40 years, Arts Jasper continues to serve the community as a “low-key, non-profit” organization.

The organization began in 1973 with a meeting of 17 people seeking to address four key areas: assist the high school band program, re-establish a town band, establish a group of people to help bring choirs and bands to Jasper, and put in place a fundraising group to pay for everything.

After outlining these ideas, the group realized that they would need to establish a committee.

The group began primarily to fundraise, and then performances were added on the side, said treasurer Angie Lemire, who has been involved with the organization since 1985.

“We want to add something a little

different,” said Lemire. The first performances organized by

Arts Jasper happened in 1974. A total of six concerts were staged in the community, all hosted in the high school gym. “Many people attended,” she said, quoting a speech she wrote for Arts Jasper’s 37th annual general meeting.

There have been many motivated, selfless and creative people who serve and have served Arts Jasper during the past 40 years, said Lemire. Their efforts are the reason the organization continues to bring the arts to Jasper.

Early in the group’s existence, two long-standing members made their debut: Helen Schwarz and the late Fred Kofin. Kofin was a master bookkeeper, while Schwarz, with other members, helped to secure a band program in the school. She continued to work with Arts Jasper until her retirement from the organization in 2010.

Throughout the years, Arts Jasper has branched out and tried new fundraisers. Taste of the Town transpired as one of these endeavours, which was “a huge undertaking,” said Lemire.

The now infamous rib feast was more popular than organizers expected. “Too many people came, there wasn’t enough food.” After two years, Taste of the Town was passed off to another organization and Arts Jasper continued to explore other options.

Since the organization’s inception, Jasper’s demographic has changed and the town has grown, noted Lemire. “Jasper is a busy community.”

Many businesses and organizations bring in performers and artists, so the seven current Arts Jasper members seek to introduce “something different” to Jasper. The organization is looking to get into more cultural events. “We’re maybe

thinking that’s a niche.”And, of course, Arts Jasper is still

fundraising and supporting other community groups, like Habitat for the Arts, to whom they provide a yearly $500 scholarship. Arts Jasper aims to bring three annual performances to town, including the popular dinner theatre.

A special event is planned tonight (April 18) for Arts Jasper’s 40th birthday celebration. Christine Hanson and Bruce MacGregor from Scotland are in town to play a highland fiddle and cello concert.

The show begins at 7 p.m. at the United Church. Tickets are $12 and available at Tekarra Color Lab or at the door. Cake and tea will be served.

The celebration marks 40 years of volunteer efforts and dedication that—though most of them are too modest to admit—have impacted the community.

Arts Jasper still modest at 40By sarah makowsky

Reporter

The Old Fort Point and Valley of the Five Lakes areas receive high day use, so they’re important to visitors, said Marcia Dewandel, Jasper National Park visitor experience product development officer.

As part of the 2009 Three Valley Confluence (TVC) Trail Plan, Parks is continuing to implement recommendations in this region.

Since the Signal Mountain wildlife corridor stretches into this region, wildlife were considered when recommending trail changes. “I find as a park we have to constantly go back and remind people that the value is shared and it’s not solely just

a recreational playground, it is a valuable, valuable habitat for a lot of the critters that live here.”

“What’s been done to date is at Old Fort Point and Valley of the Five [Lakes] and the Wabasso, all those trailheads are now in place with up-to-date signage,” said Dewandel. “So when you arrive there, you know what’s in the forest behind you.”

Also, two unofficial routes were adopted into the official trail system. Now there are different return options. “Once you hit Wabasso campground you can take this new trail all the way back and then you hit on Wapiti and then you can head in here and go back.”

There isn’t an official trail back from Valley of the Five Lakes, “so one of the goals over the next little while is to formalize a

route back into town from the Valley,” said Dewandel.

Some of the trails are popular bike routes, so through communication, Parks is going to recommend bikers go there after 5 p.m., so they don’t run into as many people. One route will also be recommended as a preferred bike route.

By defining seven or eight wildland trails, Parks left something special for the locals.

“There were some trails that were never on our official maps but really have a great, unique character,” said Dewandel. These

trails aren’t on public maps, “so people are not going to be wandering on them unless they really know they’re there.”

The melting snow ensures that people will soon be wandering JNP’s 200 km of official trails.

“If people really want to get involved and have a lot of say in what’s being done with trails and even help out with maintenance, join the Jasper Trail Alliance because that is the body that the park will be working with to promote our trail system,” said Dewandel.

The Jasper Trail Alliance can be found on Facebook.

Trail series part 3: Old Fort Point and Valley of the Five LakesBy sarah makowsky

Reporter

Organic farmers Gary and Wendy Lowe are using their growing passion to solidify the roots of budding organic farmers.

After testing the waters with one apprentice last year, Twin Meadows Organics —the couple’s family-owned farm in McBride, B.C.—is offering apprenticeships to three aspiring organic farmers, beginning May 1.

“[We’re offering apprenticeships] basically because we think there’s a serious shortage and a growing shortage, so our collective food security is at risk,” said Gary. “We just want to encourage people to grow more food. That’s the ultimate.”

Twin Meadows Organics has successfully cultivated relationships with both locals and corporations. The weekly food box program is returning to Jasper this season. The farm also supplies organic heirloom produce to Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Throughout the past few years, the Lowes have welcomed many helpers through the organization Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF), and continue to share their organic farming passion through new endeavours.

Organic farming is becoming a lost art, said Wendy. Aspiring organic farmers need to understand that there’s more to farming than growing food.

The occupation must match their personal values, said Gary. Two key requirements are determination and a willingness to work. “It’s definitely a lifestyle choice … you have to be able to be there all the time, so if it’s raining you still have to work.”

“People buy more than just your food, they buy your story,” said Wendy.

The four-month apprenticeship program is co-sponsored by Farm Management Canada, JPL, Rocky Bear Gifts and the weekly food box members. “This is a broad-based group of people that really want to help us develop young farmers.”

Twin Meadows Organics is one of 20

farms approved by Farm Management Canada to offer apprenticeships. “We’re a little bit different than some farms, we think apprentices should be paid,” said Gary. “Everybody is an employee, they have workers’ compensation and pay taxes.”

Twin Meadows Organics received numerous applications, especially from the US.

Two apprentices are from B.C. and the third hails from Ventura, California. The Californian “is a city boy,” said Gary. “We have really high hopes for him.

“He’s been on a farm up in Washington and he wants to move here and live here and farm here. He’s pretty serious.”

One of the women from B.C. is an engineering student whose parents are farmers, and the other is a university grad who majored in biology.

As part of their hands-on learning, apprentices will be given “growing space” for their own produce. “They can make about $2,500 from their growing space, so it will depend on what types of crops they want to grow,” said Gary. The apprentices don’t have to worry about selling their produce, the Lowes will purchase it from them.

Last year’s apprentice will also return this season for more on-farm training. “We’re in contact with him all the time,” said Gary. “He’s a worker and he knows what he wants.” The man, originally from Vancouver, “has land in Fort Fraser with another four or five young people. They collectively bought this farm.”

Knowing that a large portion of this man’s farming knowledge stems from the Lowes’ mentorship is encouraging. “It was quite rewarding for us because you just don’t imagine what impact you have on a life,” said Gary.

He and Wendy look forward to continuing their organic farming lifestyle and sharing it with others, whether it’s through training, work experience, education, or their delicious produce.

“It’s a wholesome business. You have to be authentic, you’ve got to be doing this for a real reason ... and if it’s real, you’ll have a fabulous business.”

Passion for growingOrganic farm encourages personal growth

Gary and Wendy Lowe of Twin Meadows Organics Farm took a day trip to Jasper with “woofer” (farm intern) Amslm Fried from Germany, and their dog, Holly. Contributions from businesses and food box members in Jasper are helping sponsor three apprenticeships this year at Twin Meadows Organics.

By sarah makowsky Reporter

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Thank you!The Jasper Cancer Action & Support Group and HIV West Yellowhead

would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for donating to the 5th Annual Spring Fever Ladies Night Gala.

Adriane WilliamsAngie Walsh

Annina Clemens Aravinda DesignsAvalanche Spirits

Bear’s Paw BakeryBearberry PhotoBearberry Photo

Bearfoot in the ParkBest Western Jasper Inn & Suites

Bloom Hair and Body StudioBombshell & Ransom

Buffalo Betty’sCafé Mondo

Candy Bear’s LairCandy Bear’s LairCantonese Restaurant

Chaba TheatreClaude Boocock

Coco’s CaféCoquihalla GiftsDownstream Bar

Earls in the RockiesEarls in the RockiesEcosteam Cleaning

Elysion FloralsEvil Dave’s Restaurant

Fairmont Jasper Park LodgeFreewheel Cycle

Rain Hair StudioRay Syrja

Friends of JasperGravel Road Metal Works

Gravity GearHeads Up Hair Salon

Home HardwareJasper Activity Centre

Jasper Brewing CompanyJasper Brewing CompanyJasper Camera & Gifts

Jasper Dollar StoreJasper Jewels

Jasper Liquor & Wine CellarJasper Rock & Jade

Jasper Victim ServicesKimchi HouseKimchi House

Labbatt BreweriesLiquor Lodge

Lori ArnottLouise Coleman Bradford

Marmot BasinMelissa Morris

Melissa WoodcockMelissa WoodcockMountain Air

Mountain Park LodgesMountain Wellness Day Spa

Nutter’sOka Sushi

Syrahs of JasperTea Leaf Boutique

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Open CountryPharmasave

Rain Hair StudioRay Syrja

River Stone Yoga StudioRowan B.M.

Sandra HaywardSandra HaywardSenate Skate

Sherriff’s of JasperSource for Sports

Spiral Motion Steph Sophocleous

Stychen TymeSyrahs of JasperSyrahs of Jasper

Tea Leaf BoutiqueTekarra Color Lab

Tekarra LodgeThe Niche

Totem Ski Shop Traveling Tickle Trunk

Tristan OveryTristan OveryVideo Stop

Whistler’s Inn & Banff InnWild Mountain Willow Tree Gifts

Yoga Gypsy

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By sarah makowsky Reporter

Country cowboy Tim Hus has ventured to many places in Canada, but with more than 1,600 performances under his belt, he hasn’t stomped his boots on a Jasper stage until now.

“We’ve played so many concerts and so many places, but this is actually our first time to Jasper,” said the Nelson, B.C. native, who now resides in Alberta. “We’ve actually been working on this show for almost a couple years, I think. I’m really looking forward to it.”

From playing at bars and saloons to performing at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and touring with the late, iconic Canadian artist Stompin’ Tom Connors, Hus appreciates venue diversity.

“We’re sort of at an exciting point, career-wise, where we get to play a variety of places,” he said.

The musician doesn’t shy away from travelling, and doesn’t mind spending time on the road. Currently, he’s on his Never Ending Highway Tour, with performance dates secured until March 2014.

Travelling often and meeting new people is the root of inspiration for Hus’ songs about Canadian history. “The music has been an outgrowth of my experiences, especially now that we’ve been pretty busy with touring and playing almost all the provinces every year.”

Song material, or what Hus calls “tidbits,” come from anywhere, including story fragments or characters that he meets. “I collect these tidbits everywhere and I don’t really write them down ... I figure if it’s a good enough idea or a melody then I’ll remember it; I feel like if I forgot it, it wasn’t a really good idea.”

Some of these tidbits are compiled in his recently completed album, a follow-up to 2010’s Hockeytown. “I can’t wait for it to come out,” he said. An official release date has yet to be set.

Around the same time as Hockeytown came to fruition, Hus further solidified a friendship with Stompin’ Tom while touring with him between 2009 and 2010. He was even a pallbearer at the musician’s funeral in early March and played at the memorial service.

Hus maintains a deep respect for the Canadian legend. “I really admire that he was an uncompromising artist and followed his own muse...and whether you like his music or not, you can’t really criticize his sincerity.”

The respect was mutual. Stompin’ Tom once said: “I’ve been looking for 30 years for a young guy who’s proud to write songs about our country. I’d like to pass the torch to Tim Hus.”

While Hus is flattered by the comment, his humility shines through. “Getting to play Canadian country music

with Stompin’ Tom is like playing hockey with Wayne Gretzky.

“We don’t have that many icons and he certainly was one.

“Stompin’ Tom’s legacy—in my opinion—is that he gave young musicians a second option because he took a nation that was playing second fiddle to the stage and he showed everybody that you can actually have a career in Canada and you can actually become a star and an icon just singing about these little Canadian towns.”

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was an amazing weekend for celebrity sightings in Jasper, as Shania Twain, Annie Lennox, Reba and Cher were all in town

to celebrate the fourth annual Jasper Pride Weekend.

OK. You caught us. They weren’t actually here. But, Edmonton’s Guys in Disguise did do some incredibly entertaining impersonations of said icons during Saturday night’s Fairy Tales and Legends party at the Activity Centre.

Drag divas Terri Stevens and Justine Tyme put on a show to remember, performing songs like Katy Perry’s “Firework” and Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.”

And later in the show, Jasper’s own Mychol Ormandy surprised the crowd as he took the stage as Toni Lester Van Blam to sing Gloria Gaynor’s “I Am What I Am.” The OUT Jasper coordinator was rewarded with roaring cheers and applause for his performance.

Saturday night’s party was only one of many exciting events held all weekend long. Others included a Pajama Fashion Show and Breakfast organized by Jasper’s Gay Straight Alliance, a “Through the Looking Glass” party at the Whistle Stop and a viewing of short films curated by the Fairy Tales Film Festival at Fairmount Jasper Park Lodge.

On its Facebook page, the Jasper Pride Weekend Committee wrote of the weekend, “Like in true fairy tale fashion, it was a happy ending indeed.”

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MAkING IT WORk: on WoRking And living in JAsPER

Dave Mozel drinks on the job. In fact, he wouldn’t be doing his job if he didn’t pour himself a beer a few times a day.

As the Jasper Brewing Company’s brew master, half the job is taste testing to ensure the best possible batch.

“We drink in every stage,” he says while drinking a pint of his latest creation, Father Dave’s Bohemian Pilsner. “That way if something’s wrong we pick it up right away.”

Mozel started out working in the brewery’s kitchen when he first arrived in town the summer of 2006.

“Then one day they asked me if I wanted to brew and I said ‘Yes,’” he says with a grin. “That was in 2007.”

When he made the transition from kitchen to brewery, the company, which opened in 2005, had only brewed 80 batches. “And we’re at 612 now,” says Mozel, noting that one batch makes 780 litres of beer, which equates to 11 kegs or about 1,500 pints. In total, that’s about 918,000 pints of beer brewed right here in Jasper and of those, Mozel is responsible for about 798,000 of them.

Before jumping into the big time with the Jasper Brewing Company, Mozel’s only previous experience was home brewing with his grandfather in his hometown of Lac du Bonnet, Man. So, in the outset, he was trained by Brett Ireland, owner of the brewing company and former brew master. From there, Mozel taught himself everything he needed to know. “It didn’t happen overnight,” he says. “It’s a lot of chemistry, math and imagination.”

And, as it turns out, it’s also a lot of cleaning. “We spend more time cleaning than brewing. Eighty per cent of the job is cleaning,” he says. “Everything has to be sterile and super clean otherwise your beer doesn’t taste good.”

So after every batch, the lautern tun, kettle and fermentors all have to be cleaned.

To clean just one fermentation tank, it takes two and a half hours, as there are three different chemicals that run through it in cycles, each taking about half an hour, and between those cycles there’s a cold rinse. “It’s not all as fun as people think it is,” says Mozel, who also oversees the Banff Avenue Brewing Company and the Wood Buffalo Brewing Company in Fort McMurray.

Although cleaning isn’t the best part of the job, it’s paid off—Mozel has a perfect record. He says he hasn’t “screwed up” a single batch.

Finding full-time, well paying work in Jasper can often be easier said than done. It can take years to work your way up from your first seasonal job to a full-time career.

It’s almost like a form of initiation, to see just how committed you are to the Jasper lifestyle and community.

For Caroline Roy, who first moved to town in 1998, it took 10 years.

When the New Brunswick-native arrived in town, she didn’t know a word of English, so her brother, who was already living in Jasper, set her up with a job bussing tables at the Amethyst Lodge. Once her English improved, she moved up to being a server and later, she became a morning supervisor.

After three years with the Amethyst, Roy needed a new challenge, so she started working seasonal jobs. She worked at Marmot Basin, Maligne Lake Tours, the Activity Centre

and eventually Whistlers Campground.“I applied for a job for four years prior to that to get a

position with Parks Canada,” she says about finally being accepted for a position at the campground in 2001.

Then, six years ago, she applied for an administrative assistant position with the agency and she was chosen, giving her her first full-time, indeterminate position with Parks.

“That’s how I got my foot in the door,” she says, noting that she stayed in that position for three years before transitioning into her current one as the internet content and new media officer.

Although it’s a far stretch from her background, which includes a degree in sports management, she says she couldn’t be happier to have been given the opportunities she has in Jasper.

“I don’t have background in internet content and new media. It’s way off, but it’s great. Parks Canada gave me the opportunity to learn those skills and I’m thankful for that.”

Roy’s story isn’t an uncommon one. Many of the community’s long-term residents moved to Jasper with the intention of staying for one season, but instead fell in love with the community and the park.

She says making a life in Jasper and finding your place in a full-time, meaningful position can take time, but if you keep your eyes and ears open for opportunities, you’ll find them.

“There’s lots of opportunity here in Jasper. Sometimes you just have to look for it.”

If she had to give one piece of advice, she says it helps to have open dialogue with your manager, sharing your thoughts on your future, both with the company and in Jasper. “If you show you really want to learn and grow into this community, that’s a quality in and of itself.”

Moving up the food chainBy Nicole VeermaN

Editor

The man behind the brewBy Nicole VeermaN

Editor

Nicole VeermaN photos

Dave Mozel has been Jasper Brewing Company’s brew master since 2007.


This event is brought to you by the following partners:

Jasper Trail Alliance (JTA)The JTA are trail users who volunteer for the Friends of Jasper National Park to help Parks Canada in creating and maintaining a vibrant and accessible trail network.

Jasper Park Cycling AssociationThe Jasper Park Cycling Association (JPCA) is a not for profit cycling group whose mission is to preserve and improve cycling opportunities within Jasper National Park for residents and visitors. Members work with the JTA.

Jasper Local Food SocietyProvide Jasperites with access to land in which to plant and grow their own produce, to increase local food awareness, to decrease the global food footprint while providing opportunities for growers’ economic sustainability, and to provide residents and visitors with access to locally grown organic food.

Jasper Environmental Stewardship Develop and implement programs and initiatives that demonstrate leadership in the area of environmental stewardship which are consistent with the strategies and goals identified in the Jasper Community Sustainability Plan.

EARTH DAY

What: Free Garden Tool Sharpening Event Learn how to keep your tools in tip-top shape. A local gardener will give a demonstration on sharpening blades. Bring a garden tool such as a shovel, hoe, grass clippers or pruning shears and learn how to keep it in good working order.

When: Monday, April 22 5:00pm – 8:00pm Demo starts at 5:00pm

Where: Jasper Community Garden on Connaught Dr.

Details are available on the Municipality of Jasper website. For more information, contact Janet at [email protected] or call780-852-1563.

Have theSharpest Garden Tools

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EngagE JaspErWe want to hear from you! The Municipality of Jasper is seeking input on its public engagement strategy:

• What are your topics of interest?

• How do you prefer to receive information?

• What type of engagement opportunities would you like to participate in?

Review the policy documents online

Complete the surveysurveymonkey.com/s/engagejasper

Subscribe to our mailing listwww.jasper-alberta.com

Get information and share your ideas in personThursday, April 25starting at 5:00pmActivity Centre lobby

Do you represent a group with specific needs or interests? Contact us to discuss how you can contribute to the [email protected] or 780-852-4724

Your input will be used to develop meaningful and accessible engagement opportunities for Jasper residents.

Jasperites living with cancer face numerous challenges beyond their diagnosis.

Doctors appointments and radiation treatments are four hours away in Edmonton and they’re often spread out, forcing a person to drive to the city once a week or once every two weeks. Those trips add up financially, with the cost of gas, hotel rooms and food.

Fortunately, in the mid 1990s, the Hinton Health Centre opened a cancer clinic that can administer chemotherapy to patients in the region—Jasper, Grande Cache, Hinton and Edson.

“But any oncology appointments, any access to other resources or any complications and you’re probably going to have to go to the city,” said Liz Steneker, a registered nurse at the clinic.

So to alleviate some of the stress and cost of those travels, the cancer clinic has, with funding from the Alberta Cancer Foundation, implemented a new cancer patient navigation program.

Steneker and her colleague Tammy Koch, both of whom administer chemotherapy at the clinic Tuesday through Thursday, were trained late last year to provide assistance and support to rural cancer patients.

“Rural patients don’t have the resources that people in Edmonton do,” said Steneker. “So they created [the cancer patient navigator] role so that people don’t feel like they’re disconnected. We’re kind of the one stop shop for anything that can help lessen their anxiety.”

Steneker and Koch now have an extra day of work devoted to following up with patients and answering any questions they might have. They also help schedule appointments in Edmonton so that patients can drive to

the city once rather than numerous times. And they put people in touch with hotels that give reduced rates to cancer patients.

“One of the hardest parts is travelling,” said Koch. “Most of our patients, not all, but most, are on the elderly side so it is stressful for them to find a driver and once they do find a driver and arrange for a family member to take them, they want to go once and come back, they don’t want to be there once this week and once next week and once the week after. It’s just an added stress for them. So, this way we can make it a little easier for them.”

As part of their training, Koch and Steneker made community visits to see what resources exist in each town, so they can recommend them to their patients. While in Jasper, they were blown away.

“Jasper has the best resources of them all,” said Koch.

“Your [Community and Family Services] chapter is unbelievable in town there. Their home care is fantastic and there is a cancer support group that is really passionate about providing financial and emotional support to people in Jasper,” she said of the Cancer Action and Support Group.

They also noted that because Jasper is a small town, people are aware of those in need and they’re more willing to lend a helping hand.

Jasperites interested in the cancer navigation program, whether they have questions about their diagnosis or need assistance setting up their travels, can self-refer by calling the cancer clinic.

“For anyone with a confirmed diagnosis of cancer, we’ll welcome questions. They don’t need to be referred through a physician,” said Steneker.

Hinton cancer patient navigator assists rural patientsBy Nicole VeermaN

Editor


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Complete qualifications, responsibilities and skills required for this position are outlined in the job description, available at the municipal administration office or on the Municipality’s website. Applications are invited, in the form of a detailed resume with covering letter summarizing qualifications, skills and experience relative to the requirements of the position.

Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope or by e-mail (MS Word only), indicating the competition number to:

Martha Bell, Human Resources ManagerMunicipality of Jasper, Box 520, Jasper, AB T0E [email protected]

lifEguaRd/iNSTRuCTOR – lEvEl i OR iiCasual Positions – Competition #13.007

The Municipality of Jasper is seeking Lifeguard/Instructors Level I or II for the purpose of establishing a casual list for positions at the Jasper Aquatic Centre. The hours of work are on an on call basis to cover staff absences, leaves and assist with short term additional summer programming. All awards must be current and copies included with resume.

This posting will remain open until June 28, 2013.

gROuNdSkEEPER – CEMETERyTerm Position – Competition #13.010

The Municipality of Jasper is accepting resumes for the term position of Groundskeeper for the care, maintenance and upkeep of the municipal cemetery for the 2013 summer season. The term of this position is from May 6 to August 30, 2013. The primary purpose of this position will be the leveling of grave plots, headstones, preparation of cremation plots and fence maintenance.

deadline to apply is 2:00 p.m. on friday, april 26, 2013.

assessment Open House

The Municipality of Jasper is inviting property owners to an assessment open house

friday, april 26 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.gallery Meeting Room, Jasper activity CentreFor more information, contact Alice Lettner, Director of

Finance and Administration at 780-852-6511.

COMMUNITY SERVICESCOMMUNITY LISTINGS

Seniors NewsCome out for an evening of whist on Monday, March 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Seniors Lounge in the Activity Centre. The next regular meeting is Monday, April 8 at &:30 p.m. at the same locations as above. Any seniors welcome.

Grief Relief … Stepping Past ProgramFirst Monday of every month all year at 7 PM at the McCready Centre in Jasper. This program has no fee.For more information, contact Tim at 1-855-299-8899

Parent Link Centre627 Patricia Street– Open playroom, crafts, children’s yoga, infant massage and MORE (all FREE).Like us on Facebook “Parent Link Jasper”or call Jenna at (780)852-6535.

New to You Sale & Bake SaleAnglican Church Parish Hall. Geikie and Miette. Friday, April 26, 7-9pm. Saturday, April 27, 10am-1pm Proceeds to St. Francus Hospital in Zambia.

Young at Heart: Healthy Living for Seniors Bi-monthly meetings. Second Thursday of each month at Pine Grove, fourth Thursday of each month at Alpine Summit. All seniors welcome to join us in sharing ideas, learning, inspiring, supporting and having fun! Call Laurie-Ann 780-852-6640 (AHS) or Patrick 780852-6542 (COS) for more info.

Community Outreach Services Free, confidential, non-judgmental support and referral. Make an appointment or drop in. The coffee is always on. M – F, 8:30am - 5:00pm. 627 Patricia Street. 780-852-2100.

Jasper Reuse-it Centre 29 Stan Wright Drive, 780-852-3334. NEW hours of operation are Tues. 2 - 7pm; Wed. 2 - 7pm; Thurs. 2 - 7pm. Closed Fri.- Mon.

Jasper Food BankHelp is available from the Jasper Food Bank Thurs nights. Drop in at St. Mary and St. George Anglican Church at the corner of Miette and Geikie St. Families 6pm and individuals 6:30pm. Call 780-852-8800 for more info.

Town Council Meetings Meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 1:30pm in the meeting room on the second floor of the EMS building.

Royal Canadian Legion401 Geikie St. Open Tues. to Sat. at 4 p.m. Children welcome until 8pm. Cash, meat draws and chasing the Queen at 5:30 PM Saturdays. Free shuffle board available. 780-852-3740.

Habitat for the Arts 631 Patricia St., Open Tues. - Sat. 12 to 5pm. 780-852-4747.

Jasper Municipal LibraryToddler & Preschool Story Time Mondays 10:30am. For more info 780-852-3652 or [email protected]

Thrift Shop HoursThe Jasper Thrift Shop is open on Monday and Wednesday from 7 to 9pm and Thursdays from 1 to 3pm. Located in the 700 Block on Geikie Street in the United Church basement

HIV West Yellowhead For confidential HIV/AIDS/HEP C/STI Information, referral and free condoms, drop by our office at 612 Connaught Dr., (upstairs) Mon. to Fri. 10am - 4pm. Info at: www.hivwestyellowhead.com. For 24 hour assistance call 1-800-772-AIDS. For local assistant, call 780-852-5274. Volunteers welcome.

ASK (Advocates for Special Kids) Meetings first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Outreach office.

Al-AnonAl-Anon Family Group help friends and families of alcoholics - meetings Friday at 7pm at the hospital in the Cavell room. For more info please call 780-852-4518 or 780-852-4578.

12 Step Meetings Alcoholics Anonymous - meetings Monday and Saturday at 8pm. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursdays at 8pm. All meetings are held at the hospital in the Cavell room. For more information or to talk to someone regarding alcohol, drugs or gambling problems please call 780-852-2909.

L’ACFA régionale de JasperFollow the activities organized by the ACFA (Association canadienne-française de l’Alberta) on our web and Facebook pages. Come meet francophones of Jasper! Suivez les activités organisées par l’ACFA (Association canadienne-française de l’Alberta) sur nos pages internet et Facebook. Venez rencontrer les francophones de Jasper! Located at the Jasper Train Station Greyhound entrance. Situé à la gare de Jasper, entrée de Greyhound. Business hours/heures d’ouverture: 9 h à 16 h. Tél : 780-852-7476 www.acfa.ab.ca/jasper www.facebook.com/ACFAJasper

The Friends of Jasper Childcare annual AGMThe Friends of Jasper Childcare annual AGM and Open House at the Daycare April 23rd from 4:30-6:00 pm . All parents and children welcome to come and join our board or just check out what we do for your children in Daycare and OOSC.

Jasper Adult Learning Centre - Literacy Program Free, confidential, one-on-one training in reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Drop by 631 Patricia St. or call 780-852-4418 ext.4 to make an appointment. Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.



MEIER - 2 DAY CLASSIC CAR & Truck Auction. Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 11 a.m. Both days. 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. 150 Classics. Consign today, call 780-440-1860.

COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 6Th Annual Calgary Collector Car Auction, May 10 - 11, Grey Eagle Casino. Over 100 pieces of memorabilia selling No Reserve. All makes & models welcome. Consign today 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGautions.com.

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 3RD Annual Edmonton Motor Show Classic Car Auction. April 19 - 21. Edmonton Expo Centre. Over 75,000 spectators. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com.

ANGEL’S COUNTRY CREATIONS Antique Store Dispersal. Saturday, April 27, 2013, 9 a.m., DeWinton Community hall, DeWinton, Alberta, south of Calgary. 1-877-494-2437. PL324317AB; www.bodnaursauctioneering.com.

AUCTION AT DARWELL Community hall. Saturday, April 27. Doors open 8; 10 a.m. start. Jct. Sec. hwy 765/633. NhL jerseys, antiques, collectibles, boating supplies, more. View: www.spectrumauctioneering.com. 780-903-9393.

MAY 5 - 12 NOON. AL OEMINGS 25th Annual Auction. Every variety of quality horse drawn vehicles & horse era antiques; www.aloemingauctions.com. A superb event.

MATCO TOOLS IS LOOkING FOR franchisees in your area. Professional products with a complete business system available to support you in becoming your own boss. home based business; training & support programs. More information call 778-387-4666; www.gomatco.com.

GET FREE VENDING MAChINES. Can earn $100,000.+ per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details. Call now. 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION rated #2 for work-at-home. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com

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BIBLE CONFERENCE ON prophecy, Israel, current religious trends. April 26 - 27, Calgary. Speakers: Steve herzig, Ray Yungen, Warren Smith. Free admission. Information at 403-948-5401 or www.ldbc.ca.

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PYRAMID CORPORATION IS now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: [email protected] or fax 780-955-hIRE.

WANTED - WATER & VACUUM Truck Operators. Class 3 w/Q-endorsement, h2S, First Aid, PST, CSTS. Mechanically inclined. Day-rate benefits. Fax 403-934-3487. Email: [email protected].

JOURNEYMAN OR APPRENTICE heavy Duty Mechanic. Work in shop/field. Neilson Mechanical specializes in servicing and repairing highway tractor/trailer units and construction equipment. Acadia Valley, Alberta 403-664-9185.

BLACkFOOT GRAZING ASSOCIATION is looking to fill the position of Pasture Rider. Term is May until end of October. Duties include: Roping, treating and moving cattle, fencing, any other related jobs. Must supply own horse, horse allowance provided. Cattle experience necessary. The pasture is located 45 minutes east of Edmonton. Please contact Dan Brown, President, 780-672-8355 or Dennis Lawson, Secretary, 780-662-2697 or Peter Brown, Director, 780-662-2651.

SMS FORT MCMURRAY IS hiring Professional Monday to Friday positions - Site Services Manager, Technical Manager, Superintendent - Rebuilds and Assembly Shops, Quality Assurance Staff, Shovel Project Coordinator, hose Shop Team Lead, human Resources Advisor. Email: [email protected] or visit: www.smsequip.com.

SMS FORT MCMURRAY IS hiring Certified heavy Duty Mechanics & Welders. Total compensation $76.71/hour (including premiums & allowances). 14 X 14 shift rotation. Email: [email protected] or visit: www.smsequip.com.

NOW LOCATED IN DRAYTON Valley. BREkkAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: [email protected]. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959.

$100 - $400 CASh DAILY FOR landscaping work! Competitive, energetic, honesty a must; PropertyStarsJobs.com.

NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season. Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder helpers. Email: [email protected]. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets.

CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL GAS Co-op Ltd. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required. Forward resume: [email protected]. Fax 780-864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0h 3G0.

WANT TO GENERATE SOME extra revenue this spring? We are hiring short term, seasonal brokers for 4 - 6 weeks contracts in May to pull our hopper bottom trailers. Enjoy excellent rates on all kms and loading/unloading. Interested? Visit www.westcanbulk.ca or call 1-888-WBT-hIRE for further details.

TIRED OF SEMI TRUCk Driving? haul RVs from USA to Western Canada! 1 ton and 3 ton trucks required. 1-866-736-6483; www.speedwaymovingsystems.com.

SEEkING A CAREER IN ThE Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: www.awna.com/resumes_add.php.

INTERIOR hEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.

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FOR SALE: ALFALFAS, CLOVERS, Grasses plus hay, Pasture, Reclamation and Lawn Mixtures. Early order discounts - Book now! No charge custom blending. Call 1-800-661-1529 or [email protected].

hEATED CANOLA BUYING Green, heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

SCRAP FARM MAChINERY AND vehicles. Yard clean-up of metals. We pay cash for large amounts. Call 780-918-9000.

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36” hi-Tensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254.

DISCONNECTED PhONE? Phone Factory home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features & unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT.

STEEL BUILDING - BLOWOUT Clearance Sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6, 860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca.

LOOkING FOR A ShOP? POST Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: [email protected].

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.

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SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963.

UNITED hOMES CANADA hAS A variety of home styles! RTM, Modular, and Consignment. homes starting at $65,000. Call 1-800-461-4632! 142 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie; www.unitedhomescanada.com.

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SPRING SALE NOW ON, UNTIL April 20 only. Save up to $6,000 on select stock homes. 16 different models! Immediate delivery available. Toll free 1-855-463-0084; www.jandelhomes.com.

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TRUE PSYChICS! FOR ANSWERS call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; http://www.truepsychics.ca.

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ELINOR LAkE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton. Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15% May 17-31, 2013. Suitable for cabin/house, RV or investment. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort.com.

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IS YOUR CRIMINAL RECORD limiting your future? Want it gone? have it removed today! Canada’s #1 record removal providers since 1989. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366); www.RemoveYourRecord.com.

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BANk SAID NO? BANk ON US! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage.

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libra (sep 22 – oct 22)‘Love is in the air….’ Are you getting your share? If not, you are experiencing a rising determination to feel fulfilled in your most intimate relationships. The keys to your success includes seeing a bigger picture and increasing your exposure. Yet, be careful not to look for love in too many places and faces. Clarify what you need then list your wants. scorpio (oct 22 – nov 21)Spring is in the air and it is becoming increasingly clear. For you the focus is mainly upon spring cleaning. It is important for your success to be willing to work hard and give more than usual. You may still be contending with conflicting desires. This extra effort may include some soul searching to decipher your priorities. sagittarius (nov 21 – dec 21)The seasonal change is calling you out to play. Yet, there is a serious streak to it and it may not simply be all fun and games. A sporting and competitive tone is implied. Up until recently, the urge to remain behind the scenes was strong but that cycle is done. A spirit of adventure is rising beckoning you to ride with it.

capricorn (dec 21 – Jan 19)A whole new initiative is underway. You may have to exercise restraint not to paint blue war stripes on your face. You are laying a lot on the line and wish you could feel more confident. Even so, you are pushing to get to the bottom of things. You want to produce something of integrity and beauty.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)You are beginning to see the world as with new eyes. This includes your place within it. You are open to entertaining new prospects and possibilities. The timing is extra good to do so. Yes, you will likely have to gamble to succeed. That is the way the game is played. At least take the risk to trust your heart felt feelings about what you want and need.

Pisces (Feb 19 – mar 20)A big momentum is steadily building. Whether by desire or necessity your ambition levels are rising. You are ready to enter new territory. Fortunately, your confidence levels are also rising and this trend will continue into 2014. Make good of this wave and do not take it for granted. Focus to build a momentum that extends years into the future.

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Aries (mar 21 – Apr 20)The Sun entering Taurus will add traction to your drive. Your ambitions have been increasing steadily. This trend will continue and very noticeably this week. All being well you have already initiated projects. If not, it may require extra enthusiasm and effort to build your momentum. Begin it now! Taurus (Apr 20 – may 21)You are ready to take a pioneering approach. The desire to express your self in a variety of ways is likely. Despite a slow start to the season, you have likely already begun to sample the soil. You can expect your energy levels and ambitions to rise now and for the next several weeks. Commitment is the keyword. gemini (may 21 – Jun 21Dreams of what might be are beginning to dance in your imagination once again. Yet, in order to receive the inspirations you may have to step back and out of the limelight for a while. If you have already retreated then allow yourself to remain there for a while longer. You can still keep your communications alive and dynamic from there. cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)An impulse to build upon new and existing friendships is leading you to reach out. The best way might be to invite friends out to play. Since you are feeling extra inventive these days you should have access to an abundance of good ideas. These may even gain wider recognition. Trust you feelings and be willing to take risks. leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)Shifts and changes close to home are gaining your full attention. These are likely activating you in your public and/or professional life. The reverse scenario is also possible. This is activating visions of the future and creative directives. Use this influence to gain public attention and to request favours and earned rewards. virgo (Aug 23 – sep 22)A purification process continues. It is likely that it is linked to your career. however, your love life stands to be affected, for better or worse. There is a deeper psychological theme at play which speaks of purification and renewal. Now is a good time to initiate healthier rhythms for the sake of your love life and career.

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Robson Valley ConstRuCtion& Redi Mix ConCReteGeneral Contractor: residential & commercial

Excavation: clearing, driveways & septic systemsConcrete: redi mix concrete, finish work,

stamps, forming • Gravel sales

P.o. box 474 Mcbride, bC V0J2e0250-569-2593

David R. Sagan BA, CFP, CLU, CH.F.C.Investment & Insurance Advisor • By appointment only

dave@estatefi nancial.caP. 780-852-2121F. 780-423-3883

2nd fl oor, (beside physio.)622 Connaught Dr.

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SandS diStribution Ltd HuSky oiL Limited

Cardlock and bulk plant facilityFuel truck for all your delivery needs

845 Cedarside rd. Valemount BCPhone: 250-566-4818 or 1-866-566-4818

Fax: 250-566-4815

HINTON OPTOMETRY CLINICDr. Gary Watson, Dr. Monika Braun & Dr. Jennifer Goettling

OPTOMETRISTS158 Athabasca Avenue, Hinton

Office Hours: Mon., Tues., & Wed. 8 am - 5 pmThurs. 9 am - 6 pm; Fri. 8 am - 4 pm

FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 1-800-323-9891Eyewear & sunglasses also available at:

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Ph: 250-566-8483C: 250-566-1725F: 250-566-8485

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westridgeplumbing & heatingGreg McNee, Insured and Reliable

Seniors: Show this ad andreceive a 10% discount

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Howard & McBrideFuneral Homes

“Proudly Serving the Community since 1921”

Sandra Birks 780-852-3890Funeral Arrangements in the Comfort of your home

Burial - Cremation - Shipment Out of ProvinceEmergency 24-Hours: 780-422-1141

mike’s plumbing,heating & propane servicemike’s plumbing,heating & propane service

Bonded & Licensed with over 30 years experience

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Rex’s RecyclingWednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

10 am to 4 pmClosed - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

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Solar Hot Water SyStemS • CanSAI Certified • Registered with SolarBC

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Jasper Inn& Suites

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MAINTENANCEWORKER

Full-time, experience an asset, accommodation available.Apply in person with resume or email: Brad Derbowka,

Maintenance Manager • [email protected]

98 GEIKIE STREET • 780-852-4461

Full-time, experience an asset, accommodation available.Apply in person with resume or email: Brad Derbowka,

Maintenance Manager • [email protected]

accommodation

neededFour mature Electricians

seeking accommodation for one year beginning

May 1st, 2013

Please contact alix at 780-440-8775 ext. 0

now hiring

FULLTIME SUPERVISORcompetitive pay, bene� ts & bonus

PARTTIME RELIEF SUPERVISOR

competitive pay, bene� ts & bonus

Please email [email protected] attention Dave609 PATRICIA STREET • 780-852-4082

RMT (2200 hrs)is currently hiring an:

to work in a busy spa located in the Sawridge Hotel.Excellent wages, must be certi� ed a nd willing to work

evenings and weekends.Please apply to Guy with resume

by email [email protected] by phone 780-852-3252


We are a growing company looking to expand our team.

Human Resources96 Geikie St., Jasper AB

Phone: 780-852-2505Fax: 780-852-5813

Email: [email protected]

Interested in a career?www.mpljasper.com We offer great benefi ts, bonus, career

growth and temporary subsidized housing.

• GUEST SERVICES AGENT• MAINTENANCE WORKERS

ParkPlace Inn

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• Front Desk clerk• room attendants

Apply in person with resume or email to [email protected]

623 Patricia street • 780-852-9770

We are looking for fun & energetic people to work in a dynamic setting.

Multi-tasking abilities are a must.We offer a competitive wage & flexible hours.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELYEmail resume to [email protected]

Office Staff

career opportunities at the fairmont jasper park lodge

fairmont.com/jasper

We are currently hiring for:ROOM ATTENDANTS

LAUNDRY ATTENDANTS SPA ATTENDANT

EXPERIENCE COORIDNATOR (SPA RECEPTION)

To formally apply or to view additional opportunities please visit fairmontcareers.com

For further details contact us at 780.852.6062

Jasper Inn& Suites

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COOK’S HELPER / DISHWASHER

$11.50/hour. Apply in person with resume or email [email protected]

Will train, accommodation available98 GEIKIE STREET • 780-852-4461

$11.50/hour. Apply in person with resume or email [email protected]

Will train, accommodation available98 GEIKIE STREET • 780-852-4461

is seeking a FULL TIME

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Clerkapply in person with resume

to alana or Vicky at902 Connaught Drive.

Reuse-it CentRe ManageRPaRt-tiMe Position

The Jasper Environmental Stewardship Society (JESS), a registered non-profit organization, is seeking an energetic individual for the position of Reuse-it Centre Manager. The Jasper Reuse-it Centre is a non-profit secondhand store for used furniture and household items. The Reuse-Centre Manager will be responsible for managing the Reuse-it Centre including the supervision of staff and volunteers.

Qualifications required include proven experience in management of a business and staff. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to environmental sustainability. This is a part-time position. For complete qualifications and responsibilities refer to the job description available on the Municipality of Jasper website at www.jasper-alberta.com under the Jasper Reuse-it Centre. Please note this is not a Municipality of Jasper position.

Qualified individuals are asked to submit a resume and cover letter by:4:00 pm, Wed., April 24 to:

Jasper Environmental Stewardship Societyc/o Janet CooperBox 520Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Email: [email protected]

The Fitzhugh is hiring!P/T ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVEThe Fitzhugh has an opening for a creative sales role in a community newspaper setting with a strong print base and emerging new media.

You should have the following attributes:

· outgoing and personable, able to establish rapport with clients· sales/advertising sales experience· familiar with Mac platform, MS O� ce (Word, Excel)

Knowledge of Jasper business community a de� nite asset. Pay commensurate with experience, based on salary plus commission.

APPLY WITH RESUME ANDCOVER LETTER TO:

Jeremy Derksen, Publisherpublisher@� tzhugh.ca 626 Connaught Drive

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NEW TO YOU SALE & BAKE SALE. Anglican Church Parish Hall. Geikie and Miette. Friday, April 26, 7-9pm. Saturday, April 27, 10am-1pm Proceeds to St. Francus Hospital in Zambia.

HAY FOR SALE No rain, in shed, square bales, 50-60 lbs, $5 per bale, call 250-569-3201 McBride.

FOR SALE BY OWNER 719 Maligne Ave. Renovated 4 bdrm, 3 bath and 1 bdrm tourist suite. Large corner lot, excellent location! $930 000, call for more information 780-852-4805

OFFICE SPACE FOR SUBLET small, downtown Jasper commercial office space to sublet for one year. May 1st 2013 to May 1st 2014. Please call Patricia at 780-852-5473.

CAREGIVER for elderly lady, 8am-5pm, accommodation available. Call Mary at 780-883-0900.DRIVERS FOR HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE (town of Jasper) Some horse experience required. Part-time, ideal for retired person. Jasper Riding Stables 780-852-7433

BAR MANAGER position available full-time. Food and beverage experience an asset. Great starting wage with performance bonus. Duties include booking/bartending/operations staff management. Apply in person at the Legion.

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2002 Saturn SL, grey, 4 door sedan, 433,000 kms, manual transmission, great fuel economy. Has been a good commuter car. $800 OBO. Call Loretta 250-968-4453. GTS NOV 29

2004 Ford Freestar minivan Sports model. Tan colour. Loaded. Good condition. Clean. Winter rims and tires included. $6,500 OBO Phone 250-569-7295 daytime or 250-968 4322 evenings. GTS JAN 25

1995 Wilderness 5th wheel camper 21.5 feet. Sleeps 6 people with queen size upper bed. Fridge, 4 burner stove/oven, propane heated, AM/FM stereo, shower tub, with 12 ft. awning $7,000. In great condition. 1996 Ford F-250 extended cab short box, 196,000 km, truck canopy included. Asking price is $10,000 for BOTH OBO. Financing available. If interested call Jocelyn 250-566-4491 (home) or 250-566-1700 (cell) GTS SEPT 5

Case Model 530 Tractor front end loader in good condition $3,500. Parts tractors Case 530 backhoe attachment $1,000. 14 foot tandem field disk $800. Contact 250-219-0277 GTS NOV 29

Whole Spring/Easter lamb $4 per lb. or $5 cut and wrapped, Contact 250-968-4347. APR 25HAY FOR SALE shedded round bales from last years hay crop at $25 each. Contact 250-968-4347. APR 25Good used sea containers for sale. McBride area $3,650, Valemount $3,500 Delivered. We accept Visa/MC 250-314-9522. APR 11

Mobile Home: Hartman’s Trailer Park 2-Bedroom with addition, wood stove and oil heat. Rental purchase optional. Asking $16,000 OBO or $500 monthly rent. Call Doug 250-566-4240 GTS NOV 15

2011 Travel Trailer 18’ Puma by Palomino, Like new, Tandem Axle, Air, electric awing and jack, lots of options. Serious inquiries only. Contact 250-566-4834 MAY 9

Cozy 2 bedroom House for rent available now in Valemount. No smoking. No Pets. References required. Contact 250-566-1055 APR 252 cute houses for rent, close to town in Valemount. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, NON -SMOKING! 1630 MAIN STREET: $650/month (basement - storage space) and 1590 MAIN STREET: $500/month Call Marcy: 604-574-0904 , 778-320-6032 APR 11Premier Mountain Lodge offering fully furnished rooms at $495 per month and 1 large suite at $595 per month in Valemount. Includes hydro, cable and wi-fi. Contact 250-566-0072.APR 11Furnished one bedroom homes, and 3 bachelor suites in Valemount. Short-term or long-term. Contact message 250-566-9884 or email [email protected]. APR 11CN APARTMENTS in Valemount- 1 & 2 BR $520 & $590 plus hydro. No pets. JUNIPER MANOR - Furnished Bachelor $450 plus hydro. 2 BR $550 plus hydro. Scott 250-566-1569 APR 11

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#6-1 - Furnished 500 sq. foot, 1 Bdrm bsmt suite in Triplex house. Separate storage shed, shared laundry. Everything provided except bed and linens. $500/mo. Available April 1st.

#10 Mtnview Apts. No smoking, no pets, clean and quiet building. Beautifully furnished units now available! Kitchen supplies & linens not provided. Bachelor - $450, 1 Bdrm - $575, Unfurnished 2 Bdrm - $575

#12 7th Avenue 4-Plex. Very spacious & bright suites - 1000 sq. feet! No pets, non-smoking building. Furnished 2 bdrm w/laundry - $650. Available mid- March.

#19 Updated trailer on fenced lot w/large shed. 900 sq. feet - 2 bdrm + small office, 1 bath w/jetted tub. Oil furnace/electric fireplace. Pet ok, no smoking. $650.

Rental listings in Valemount

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Grade 3 Jasper Elementary School students practised jumping, climbing, tumbling and balancing in the gym last week as part of a school-wide gymnastics program, sponsored by Dr. Randal Glover. JES students spent 40 minutes each day in gymnastics lessons with Nadia Wassef.

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WANTED: Soccer Referees & Coaches

FOR MAY & JUNEReferee Certi� cation Course on

APRIL 27 & 28 IN JASPER.Must register early. Course is paid for by Jasper Minor Sports.

Must be 14 years of age or older. Soccer coaching clinics are also being provided.

CALL JOAN DILLON 780-852-5680 TO REGISTER

JASPER PARK FUNERAL SERVICESFOOTHILLS CREMATORIUMThe Foothills Memorial Chapel

1-780-852-3699 • Fax 780-723-2021 • 1-800-238-3462 (Toll Free)Part of Edson Funeral Home Ltd.

PO Box 6358, Edson, Alberta, 5040 – 6th Ave.,T7E 1T8www.edsonfuneralhome.com, e-mail - [email protected]. H.A. (Sandy) Robinson, Representative – 780-852-4527

“Our Standard of Excellence”“Where exceptional service and

commitment are never compromised”Full Burial Services, Cremation Services

with a crematorium on site in Edson.

Foothills Monument ServicesRepresenting Summit Memorials of Edmonton“Because all memorials are not created equal”

Robert C. Joy, Owner, Manager, Funeral Director 780-852-3699“Semper Fidelis” Serving West Central Alberta for more than 63 years

Askabout our “No GST”

Advantage

780.852.5500www.royallepagesummitview.ca

SUMMITVIEW REALTY

1235 CABIN CREEK DR - Immaculate 2 storey with spectacular views! Separate entrance to second level and walk out level tourist suites. Many upgrades incl. lots of hardwood and slate. Spacious, open, loads of light from huge expanse of windows. Hot tub on elevated deck. Great house!

11 STONE MOUNTAIN - Nicely upgraded 3 bedroom unit with garden door to south facing deck off living room with wood burning fi replace. Kitchen renovated and open to vaulted area over L/R. Lots of fresh paint. Main bathroom just renovated. Won’t last!

$839,000

$399,000

741 PATRICIA ST - Stately, older 1550 sq ft 2 storey with 3 BDRs, 3 BTHRs, and 18 x 20 garage, all on a lovely corner R2 lot. Spacious galley kitchen has a garden door leading to a new (2011) SW facing deck. 9 ft ceilings throughout the main floor.

$599,000$575,000

PRICE REDUCED

33 STONE MTN VILLAGE - Unique, desirable floor plan in this 3 BR unit with a very private deck backing onto Bear Hill. Brand new carpet throughout, freshly painted, new countertops in both bathrooms. Basement has spacious utility/storage room and garage access. This unit is empty and ready to move into.

$439,000

SOLD

730 PATRICIA ST - Stunning, revenue friendly home recently renovated with a total of over 3000 sq ft. New siding, lots of hardwood and slate, skylights, woodstove. 2 bdrm bsmt suite with separate entrance and large windows. Double detached garage. Incredible home!

46 STONE MTN VILLAGE - Lovely 3 bdrm end unit along Cabin Creek Drive. High efficiency furnace, lots of ¾ inch oak hardwood, gas light woodburning fireplace, 5 appliances plus built-in vacuum system. Spacious, bright south facing kitchen. Check it out!

$849,000

$429,000

NEW LISTING


Monday, April 296pm - Linda Wilder Art Show at Mountain Galleries

7pm - Four Course Dinner paired with Blasted Church Wine at Cavell’s Restaurant & Terrace

An Artful Pairing: Winemaker’s DinnerJoin us at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge for our first ever

Blasted Church Winemaker’s Dinner and preview of Regional Artist Linda Wilder’s latest art show in the Gallery.

As space is very limited, reservations

are required

$99 per person - includes return transportation, tax & gratuities

Call 780 852-3301 to book your spotand transportation

We are expanding our weekly fresh local organic

box program in Jasper - and signing up new

members for 2013

WE INVITE YOUto share in our commitment

to sustainable localorganic food systems.

DON'T WAIT - AS THERE ARE HONESTLYLIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE.email : [email protected]: www.twinmeadowsorganics.com

• Locally grown organic heirloom carrots• Kale• Tomatoes• Herbs• Beets• • Garlic• Lettuce• Broccoli• Tomatoes

• Summer & winter squash• Cucumbers• Fingerling potatoes• Peppers• Apples• Cherries• Cherries...AND MUCH MORE!

PRODUCE YOU CAN ENJOY EACH SEASON:

WE HAVE LIMITED OPENINGS FOR NEW "WEEKLY BOX" MEMBERS! Enjoy fresh local certified organic vegetables and fruit - delivered fresh from our

farm to you each week.

Your sustainable local organic farmers - Garry & Wendy Lowe

Twin meadows organics

OUT JASPER presents

STRAIGHT TO DIVA@ THE WHISTLE STOP

Sponsored by:

• TWO SHOWS• TWO DIFFERENT EVENINGS• MEET THE CONTESTANTS• YOU CHOOSE WHO WINS

May 17th & June 14thPOSTPONED

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO OUT JASPER

A Food & Wine PairingTUESDAY, APRIL 23

Featuring the Wines of Dancing Coyote Vineyards

from Clarksburg California Paired with

the Creations of Chef Kelly McKenzie &

Chef Michael Ooms.Chef Michael Ooms.

PRYAMID LAKE ROAD • 7808524900

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