December 16, 2014 Camrose Booster by The Camrose Booster

2014

Vol. LXIII, No. 4

56 pages

December 16, 2014

Always better – always better read Inside Entertainment and Dining Guide Pages 15 to 17 Who Can I Count On? Pages 24 and 25 Booster Carrier Greetings Page 32 and 33 On the Road and Auto Classifieds Pages 39 to 44, 3

City Center Camrose manager, Al Walkey, looks forward to rewarding one supporter of City Center Camrose businesses with an early Christmas present.

Obituaries Pages 46 and 47 Classifieds Pages 48 to 54

News Features Battle River Bus going strong despite loss of funding . . 4 Rotary Club of Camrose supports disabled in Mexico. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ATB chief economist predicts softer year for growth in 2015 . . . . . . . . . 18 Sweeting, McEwen rinks emerge victorious at Canada Cup of Curling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Battle River Bus going strong despite loss of funding By Murray Green

Battle River Bus, the little engine that could, isn’t discouraged by a Dec. 9 decision by County council to discontinue funding for the service. Camrose County will complete an 18-month commitment to fund the Rural Transportation Initiative for the Highway 21 route at the end of 2014. “We are disappointed with the decision, but not discouraged,” said Jane Ross of the Association for Life-Wide Living (ALL), which partnered with the County on the project. “We are thankful that the County helped us get started and the fact that they extended funding from a year to 18 months.” An Ontario study done by University of Guelph stu-

dents indicates that it takes about three years to see a huge increase in ridership. “Comparatively, we are doing well after a year,” said Ross. “Our focus has been on the entire region and this just indicates that others in the region need to get on board and help us now. Municipalities need to work together and that is what we are working on.” “The County supported the idea of a Battle River Bus service and showed that support by funding the project from May of 2013 to the end of 2014,” said Reeve Don Gregorwich. “When we reviewed the ridership numbers, we didn’t feel that we could support it anymore because the ridership just isn’t there. It’s a nice idea, but in the face of reality, at this

time, it doesn’t fly (providing the funding from taxpayers).” The Battle River Bus offers weekly transportation from Bashaw to Camrose for doctor appointments and shopping. Mariann Schroeder of the Bashaw Bus Society has indicated to the County that the society will be looking into alternative funding to keep the service operating in 2015. Camrose County partnered with the Association for Life-Wide Living (ALL) of Alberta, the Alberta Rural Development Network, and the Bashaw Bus Society to implement a pilot rural transportation. “We are looking at the long range approach for planning and still believe the service is needed,” said Ross.

“We have meet with people from various parts of Alberta and the need is across the province. Rural people need transportation. Good ideas have come out of our meetings and we are sharing information. We are looking at a regional system to help everyone.” University of Alberta, Augustana Campus and student Nicole Ainsworth conducted a survey to gauge the service the Battle River Bus provided last year. She and a few volunteers phoned residents in the communities of Bashaw, New Norway, Edberg, Ferintosh, Duhamel and surrounding areas. One hundred per cent agreed that the $10 fee is reasonable and affordable and 97 per cent indicated that Thursday was the right day.

When asked why they haven’t previously used the bus service, 71 per cent said they didn’t need the service. However, 83 per cent of those surveyed reported that this service is needed in the communities. Sixty one per cent indicated they would use the service in the future. “About 81 per cent of those who had used the service before indicated that they have used it more than once,” said Ainsworth. Battle River Bus was averaging five people per week earlier in the year. The goal was for seven people a week. “Last week, the bus was full with people going to appointments and doing their Christmas shopping,” said Ross. “There is a need for transportation and we will find ways to keep going.”

Canada Summer Jobs Crowfoot Member of Parliament Kevin Sorenson is inviting local employers to apply for funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program 2015 to help create jobs for students next summer. “Every year, we try to focus on local priorities, while achieving tangible results for both students and their communities through this federal initiative,” says Sorenson. “It works in local economies throughout our large riding.” The Canada Summer Jobs initiative provides funding to not-for-profit, publicsector and small privatesector employers with 50 or fewer employees. It creates summer job opportunities for young people 15 to 30 years of age who are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year. Employers can apply online at www.servicecanada.gc.ca/csj2014 or print an application from the website. They can also get an application by visiting any Service Canada Centre. Employers may submit applications by Jan. 30, 2015. “Not-for-profit organizations, public-sector employers, and small businesses create these high-quality summer job opportunities for young people aged 15 to 30 years. These full-time students who intend to return to their studies in the next school year can return home for the summer months – and have a summer job. This is important to families in our riding and across Canada. Our government’s priorities are creating jobs, economic growth and longterm prosperity. Through Canada Summer Jobs, we are helping young Canadians get the skills and experience they need to get jobs now and in the future,” Sorenson concludes.

ROYAL LEPAGE SUPPORTS CAMROSE NEIGHBOR AID CENTER

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Royal LePage Rose Country Realty staff donated $1,000 to the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center to go towards the food bank. Realtors Tom Calhoun, left to right, Don Forestier, Leona Calhoun, Carman Mason, Brad Forestier and owner Arnoud Colombijn donated the funds to Neighbor Aid treasurer David Friesen. Missing staff members were Corey Jacobsen, Shannon Bendfeld and Russ Nielson.

Organizations will be asked to tighten belts By Dan Jensen

Camrose City council expressed concern at its Dec. 1 committee of the whole meeting over the funding requests that have been submitted by community organizations as part of this year’s budget process. “I’m hard pressed to say how we are going to stay anywhere close to the rate of inflation,” said councillor Max Lindstsrand. “I’m not convinced the increases are warranted based on the information that has been presented.” Councillor Throndson said there appears to him to be a lack of accountability by the groups that are submitting their budgets. “It is difficult to say if they should be receiving a zero per cent increase or a 10 per cent increase. Councillor Throndson agreed with the suggestion that council should restrict the funding increases to a certain percentage.

“For their own benefit, knowing what they are looking at for an increase gives them an opportunity to look and plan long term.” Councillor Lindstrand said he would like to see council decide how much of an increase it is willing to give to all community groups. “I would prefer to say that as a group we are going to be spending 2.5 per cent more instead of going one by one. “A 2.5 per cent increase across the board is not fair because the needs of some groups (in certain years) are greater than others.” Councillor Agnes Hoveland said it is too late this year to make any changes. “The horse is out of the barn. We have to look to the future and look at not only the amount but the accountability.” Camrose Ski Club ($15,000) the Camrose

Japan Friendship Society ($2,500) and the Rose City Handivan Society ($60,800) kept their 2015 funding requests the same as last year, while Camrose Founders’ Days presented a request for $10,200, just $200 more than what it received in 2014. The Chamber of Commerce presented a request for $39,478 for the operation of the tourism information centre, an increase of $5,000 (14.5 per cent) over 2014, while the Camrose Railway Station presented a request of $28,968, an increase of $5,793, or 25 per cent. Camrose Public Library presented a funding request of $507,252, an increase of $25,174 (5.22 per cent) over 2014. The amount council agreed to grant to Tourism Camrose was $4,000 less than the $55,000 that was requested. “It is appropriate that we put money into tourism, but

this is a stand alone group and that it doesn’t answer to anyone bothers me,” said Councillor Throndson. “I would be more comfortable if this was handled in house by the economic development department and we weaned this group off the City coffers. I would like to see the financial statements so we can better understanding how they operate and where the money is being spent.” Councillor Bill Sears disagreed with the notion of arbitrarily cutting Tourism Camrose out of the picture without having discussions with the organization throughout the next year. Councillor Hoveland suggested that City administration take a look at incorporating Tourism Camrose into economic development. “I would like to get our ducks in a row,” she said, “and see if we can amalgamate it, economic development and the Chamber into one bundle.”

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Businesses catch the curling spirit Not all the “important” curling action was happening at the EnCana Arena during the Canada Cup of Curling. Camrose businesses got together at the Camrose Curling Club for a Corporate Curling Challenge. Left, The Auto Shoppe Collision Repair Centre team members Gord Graham, Vance Mehlenbacher, Holly Deveau and Bob Gallant strike a Captain Morgan pose in their plaid outfits. Below, Kim Turre, owner of Bra Necessities, releases a rock while wearing a tutu.

Letters to the Editor Letters are welcomed but please limit them to 500 words or less and sign with first name, initial, surname, address and phone number; only name of writer and city or town will be printed. Letters to third parties are not accepted. The Camrose Booster may edit for clarity, legality, personal abuse, good taste, public interest and availability of space. The Camrose Booster thanks you for your interest in the letters page and encourages your comments. An open letter to our government concerning Bill 10

I am writing this letter to express my extreme disappointment in our government’s proposed Bill 10. As a father of a gay son, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges and pain felt by a child growing up gay in rural Alberta. Unfortunately I did not completely understand the depth of hurt and fear my son felt until years later. I wish I could have been a greater support for him in those early years when he was trying to come to understand who he was, but afraid to talk about it. While attitudes towards LBGTQ+ people are changing for the better, I have no doubt that if gaystraight alliances were in schools when he was growing up, they would have been a great help for him. I also think back to when I was growing up, and how we sometimes picked on boys who didn’t fit the normative image of a “boy.” If we wanted to call someone a name, the worst thing

you could call them was “gay” or more aggressive homophobic slurs. While we were just young kids trying to pick on each other, I often think now how hurtful those taunts must have been to those kids that were gay, or unsure about their sexual orientations. I wonder if there had been a GSA in my school, and open and accepting dialogue on gender and sexual diversity, would I been more aware of the pain I was causing? I believe that mandating GSA’s in itself sends a message of tolerance, and hopefully one day acceptance. By blocking this effort, this government sends a clear message of intolerance. My son now lives in Toronto. He has grown up to be a wonderful man, confident in who he is, and a strong advocate and defender of human rights. He volunteers with an organization that provides support and outreach for children and youth from LGBTQ+ communities and families. Some of the stories he has shared with me are heartbreaking. Growing up is hard enough, but when society adds fear/shame/stigmatization to those whose sexual identity does not fit the “norm,” these kids have an extremely tough time feeling they belong. I urge you take the opportunity to consider the message our government will send to LGBTQ+ youth if we proceed with this bill. My son still carries a lot of hurt and negative feelings towards Alberta,

based upon the discrimination he felt growing up. I often find myself defending this province, saying that things are changing for the better – that as a society we are becoming more accepting and aware of people of all different backgrounds, beliefs, and orientations. With the removal of private members bill 202 and its replacement with Bill 10, I have to wonder if I am naïve. If this bill passes I will certainly be unable to say that I am a “proud” Albertan. I am a proud father. David Zimmel Camrose Transparency Act Local Member of Parliament Kevin Sorenson couldn’t have been clearer when he said that “when there is more transparency, there is less corruption.” Soon he will have a chance to show how he is putting that sentiment into practice as your representative when he votes on the Transparency Act. This bill was introduced by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau to raise the bar on openness and accountability by making government information open by default. It is a good faith effort to work across the aisle and achieve results for Canadians. The Transparency Act would modernize our Access to Information system, which is stuck in the 1980s. It would make all government data public by default and available in modern formats. It would

empower an independent office to order that information to be disclosed. It would eliminate extra fees for information requests. The Act would also make the meetings of the governing board of the House of Commons open by default, allowing Canadians to see how MPs make decisions on their own spending. These changes would go a long way to addressing criticisms by the press, researchers, independent experts and others, and ensure that citizens have a real right to know what their government does. Mr. Trudeau has been clear that he wants to work with all MPs, and is open to amendments, suggestions and improvements. He believes that together we can help restore a sense of trust in our democracy. Private Members Bills like this are normally “free votes”, which allow MPs to vote with their conscience instead of their party. We sincerely hope that Mr. Sorenson will vote in favour of the Transparency Act. Scott Simms, MP, Liberal Party of Canada Mr. Gosse’s smear I take exception to Dave Gosse (Dec. 9) who titles his letter Appeasement doesn’t work and immediately under that begins with: “Mr. Hendrickson thinks I misread the danger posed by the so-called Islamic State and other terrorists organizations.” That is the only reference he makes to

me or anything at all that I might have said; I assume he is responding to my letter of Nov. 25 in response to his earlier letter. I assume it is me he refers to and not some other “Mr. Hendrickson”: there are a few in Camrose - do they like being identified by such a smear? Actually there is no reference to anything I said, only what he thinks I think, or construes to be my thought. Perhaps he telepathically pulled it out of thin air? Does he thinks I think that? At no point in my letter did I say anything about him misreading danger, unless the “misreading” is the several rather obvious inadequacies that I thought to correct. He makes no mention of any of them in what is made to appear to be a response to me. And there is no use of the term “danger” in anything he or I said. Nor did I at any point in my letter say anything ab out app e a sement , or advocate any thing that could reasonably be considered appeasement. Mr. Gosse is correct to point out the importance of Christian values in our Western Civilization, the backwardness of Islamists, and the complicity of our intellectual “progressive” elites in supporting terrorism, but needn’t resort to a smear as an occasion to point such out. Douglas Hendrickson, Bittern Lake

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Warmest wishes from your friends at Tim Hortons. Wishing everyone in our community the happiest of holidays. From Ken and Lee Ann Mah, David Mah and the team at your local Tim Hortons in Camrose.

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Funding for Museum Council agreed to provide $34,800 to the Camrose and District Centennial Museum, with half of that coming in March and the other half in July, and to have discussions on other funding after reviewing the museum’s financial statements. Camrose and District Centennial Museum presented a funding request of $142,740, an increase of $107,940 (310 per cent) over the funding it received in 2014.

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Library campaign Camrose Public Library is launching an ambitious crowd sourcing campaign to purchase a book bike for the community and it needs your help! On Dec. 12, the library launched an online fundraising initiative with Indiegogo to raise $3,000 for an innovative book bicycle to reach citizens of Camrose complete with a collection of library materials and programs for people of all ages. Camrose Public Library has become a community hub with over 100,000 people visiting in 2014. But in a community that spans 42.5 square kilometres without public transit, it can be difficult for some people to visit the library. The library still feels it is important to provide service to those people and has plans to do so via a Book Bike. The Book Bike will be an iconic mobile unit built to bring stories and programs out to community parks and social spaces. The library dreams of providing story times in playgrounds, visiting the farmer’s market, participating in the Big Valley Jamboree Parade, and being a part of community celebrations. To support Camrose Public Library’s fundraising campaign to purchase a Book Bike, please visit www.indiegogo.com/campaigns/camrose-book-bike or visit us at the library to make a donation in person.

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Council gives final reading to redistricting bylaw By Dan Jensen

A bylaw to redistrict of a portion of a lot east of the Camrose Golf Course south of the CPR tracks from Parks and Recreation district to Single Family Residential District received final reading from Camrose City council. The bylaw will allow the City to swap the lot for an equal amount of reserve land from an adjacent property owner and ensure that the City can extend the north trail system with the construction of a level rail crossing. “Disposing of an redistricting a portion of the golf course with the intention of swapping land with the owner Romonda Kuntz is a necessary step in seeing the north trail extension through to completion,” said a report presented to council by City administration. Opponents of the redistricting bylaw expressed concern at a Nov. 5 open house that the land swap could make the property more developable in the future. They were told by administration that the land swap actually restricts development to the permitted uses listed in the R1 district, and that, if a Direct Control district was applied or maintained, any type of configuration of development could potentially occur without a redistricting application. Administration also explained that the only permitted development in the R1 Single Family Residential district is a single family dwelling and a secondary suite. “This does not mean that additional singlefamily dwellings can be constructed,” said a report by building and development services director Shelley Munro. “Rather, it means that the current single family dwelling can remain. In no way does

the redistricting to R1 promote intensive development. In fact, replacing the DC – Direct Control district with the R1 district actually limits the potential for development proposals.” Mayor Norm Mayer said that the disposal and redistricting of the land is not nearly as frightening as some people in the area might think. “I think from the discussions that were held at the open house that the R1 Single Family designation is as protective as any.” City councillor Bill Sears said it is very important that the City go ahead with the swap. “This is not a planning issue this is a chance for us to continue our trail system north and across the tracks. I think we were all disappointed that we weren’t able to get an underpass for the trail system on 48 Avenue. I would hate to see it (the trail system) derailed because of some concern about something that is not really going to have any negative impact on that community at all. It will be residential and there may be a house built there as could be in any other residential area.” Sears agreed with the mayor and administration that the R1 designation would give the residents more protection against future development than Direct Control. City administration is continuing to work with CPR on the approval of a rail crossing. Redistricting to PR

Council also gave final reading to a bylaw to redistrict a piece of City property at the end of the 44 Street cul-de-sac in close proximity to 51 Avenue from Single Family Residential district to Parks and Recreation district. “This redistricting is an important step in

ensuring that the play structure and area is protected as parks space,” said a report prepared for council by Munro. “The existing play structure has been built on the lot and it has operated as a public space for several decades.” Munro noted that while the structure is under utilized, it can, to a certain degree, be categorized as an amenity to the area. She also noted that the Green Space Master Plan identifies that the area east of downtown does not have sufficient green space to satisfy the needs of residents. “So far in 2014, the City has processed more redistricting applications for spot up-zoning east of downtown than in any other area of the city. This would tend to indicate that there will be increases to population and density in this area in the coming years. This puts pressure on the existing parks spaces so formalizing this lot as a park is a central theme when evaluating how the long-term social and health requirements in this area are met.” The City of Camrose has received several requests from Habitat for Humanity asking if the property is for sale or residential development. Developmental permit

Council approved the granting of a development permit to the Camrose Fire Fighter Association for the construction of a accessory building at 201 Mount Pleasant Drive (Camrose Fire Hall) for the construction of a accessory building to be used as a detached garage. The property is zoned Direct Control and council is the authority to approve the permit with or without conditions. The exterior finish of the building will match the finish of the Camrose Fire Hall.

Rotary Club of Camrose supports disabled in Mexico

Members of the Rotary Club of Camrose loaded wheelchairs, walkers, canes and other medical equipment onto a Hi-Way 13 semi trailer. Left to right, bottom, David Taylor, Don Rebus, Carman Mason, Tim Vant, Al Rostad, Brad Forestier. Left to right, top, Keith Carlson, Allister MacMillan, Shirley Rostad, David Stolee.

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The Rotary Club of Camrose sent 173 wheelchairs, 46 walkers, 18 canes and other mobile support equipment via air cargo to Discapacitados Vallertenses A.C. Puerto Vallarta (a support group children and adults with physical and mental disabilities) on Dec. 6 and 13. The equipment was donated by local Camrose residents, health institutions (St. Mary’s Hospital and The Bethany Group), and the Alberta Government Aids to Daily Living program. The Brick Warehouse in Camrose donated space to store the wheelchairs and medical aid equipment until air cargo arrangements could be secured. Transportation of the equipment to the Edmonton Airport was donated by Hi-way 13. “This is our fourteenth annual donation of equipment since the first shipment in 2000 was delivered by bus,” said Rotary Club of Camrose member Don Rebus. “The success of the project is due to the support our community has given and the support of local Rotarians donating their time, talents and resources, thus exemplifying the Rotary motto of Service Above Self.” Founded by Ivan Applegate Curiel, Discapacitados Vallertenses A.C. Puerto Vallarta (DIVAC) is supervised by the Club Rotario Centrol El Pitillal, a Rotary Club located in a community next to Puerto Vallarta. “It is through Ivan and his organization that equipment only goes to the most needy through a process that ensures the equipment is used for the purpose it had been donated,” said Rebus.

Closing hospitals in rural Alberta is not the answer Dr. Richard Starke, MLA, Vermilion-Lloydminster

In the past few weeks there’s been a lot of talk about hospitals in Alberta. Some are saying we should close rural hospitals. Earlier this fall our Premier and our Health Minister asked me to examine rural health care, along with an outstanding group of dedicated health professionals and advocates. Our diagnosis is quite different. Just like people in cities, folks in rural Alberta get sick. They get hurt, have babies, contract infections, get cancer, suffer from men-

tal illness, have organs that fail, and at some point, their earthly journey ends and they die. It’s called being human. But shutting down facilities and forcing more rural Albertans to drive to big city hospitals to access basic health services is not human. It’s inhumane. And no, our hospitals aren’t as full as those in the cities, but isn’t it better to keep people healthy and out of the hospital? In my veterinary practice, a pen full of sick calves at the feedlot or kennels full of sick dogs at the clinic,

that wasn’t good – it had me asking, “What are we doing wrong?” Rural Albertans have told us their medical facilities have tremendous untapped potential that could help take the strain off city hospitals. They’re not talking about heart transplants or brain surgery – they know complex specialized procedures need to be done at urban tertiary care centres. They’re talking about everyday stuff. And with a little ingenuity, stuff that goes beyond everyday. They’ve told us about advanced post-operative

orthopedic rehabilitation done at the little hospital in Daysland. They’ve told us about a clinic, located in repurposed space in a rural hospital, that focuses on preventive medicine. It’s driving ER visits way down – in Vulcan. Maybe that’s why they say: “Live Long and Prosper”. Ambulance workers do patient rounds alongside the staff of a long term care centre, assisting with treatments and keeping their skills sharp. That’s going on in a little place called Galahad – population, 119.

We know rural health care faces challenges, and the government is facing fiscal challenges, but closing rural hospitals is not the answer. That is why the Alberta government continues to invest tens of millions to repair and maintain health facilities in rural and smaller centres across the province – from Jasper to Vegreville, Crowsnest Pass to Cold Lake. So no, closing rural hospitals is not the answer. The ingenuity of rural community leaders and caregivers is.

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Nordlys passes Film lovers will gather at the historic Bailey Theatre in Camrose for the sixth annual Nordlys Film and Arts Festival Feb. 13 to 15. Over the span of three days, the festival presents a line-up of nine films interspersed with local musicians and stimulating conversation. The feature films and documentaries vary in origin and language, offering an eclectic blend of cinematic excellence from Canada and around the world. “We always strive to create a unique program filled with high-quality films that aren’t available in the mainstream. Each year requires us to embark on a new journey of finding a full slate of films that complement each other and provide a good variety,” says Nordlys board member, Erika Heiberg. Nordlys is also continuing its custom of a feature Saturday night concert. The 2015 headliner, Mandolin Orange, a North Carolinaborn folk duo, will join us to share their impressive range of musical talent, crossing the genres of folk, bluegrass and gospel with the simplicity of two voices harmonizing. Weekend Passes can be purchased online at www. nordlysfestival.com, or in person at the Bailey Theatre Box Office, Candler Art Gallery and Augustana Alumni Office.

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KidSport Camrose will be holding a comedy night fundraiser for the non-profit organization that assists local youth who can’t afford to participate in sports. The KidSport Comedy Night is on Dec. 27 in the Tap Room at the Norsemen Inn. “It will feature local legend Paul Myrehaug and all of the proceeds from the ticket sales goes toward KidSport Camrose,” said organizer Dean Threinen. “It has been a little while since we had a fundraiser and they are always very well received.” Comedian Myrehaug moved to London to further his career in the last few years. He is known in Canada for his work in the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival and The Debaters on CBC Radio. Internationally, he has entertained the armed forces and toured most of the world. Myrehaug will stop in Fort McMurray before Christmas, be home for the holidays and then go on a B.C. tour early in the New Year. His tour will last about two months before he heads back to England. KidSport Camrose has been a big success since it became a society. “We are closing in on helping 100 children funded in the last two years,” said Threinen. “It’s been going really well and we have had good community support.” Tickets are limited to 250 in the Tap Room and sales have been brisk. “Paul is also going to auction off a signed Edmonton Oilers jersey. It has been signed by the whole team,” Threinen said. “We are only auctioning the one item because we want the community to come out and enjoy the comedy event. Maybe it’s a time for parents to get away from the children after Christmas. We want it to be a quick time frame event.” Doors open at 7:30 p.m., appetizers will be served at 8 p.m. and Myrehaug will go on stage about 9:30 p.m. “A ticket includes a fresh beer, an appetizer buffet and the comedy show,” said Threinen. KidSport helps a child to a maximum of $350 per year for registration fees and allots $100 for equipment expenses. Tickets can be purchased at camrose@kidsport.ab.ca or call 780-608-1952.

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Teacher in Japan understands meaning of illiteracy By Brenda Knull BRSD teacher

Japan is a country that typically reports a 99 per cent literacy rate. I find that statistic to be incredible since reading is such an essential life skill. Here in Kamifurano I would have to say that I’m a functionally illiterate adult. This is a stark contrast to how I would define my literacy skills in Camrose. Here, I can’t read. I do know some characters from each of the three language systems that are used in Japan. These systems are called hiragana, katakana, and kanji. But I can’t read words and I can’t comprehend written messages. So what does it look like to be functionally illiterate? I have learned many different ways to adapt and to cope with this deficiency. I have learned that I have to ask for help … a lot. For example, there are so many unknown products at the grocery store. Normally I would just read the package to get more information but I can’t do that here. I’ve asked employees at the store to help me find ingredients listed on the back of packages. I’ve brought different food packages into the office

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to ask my co-workers about them. I’ve taken pictures of things that I’ve seen and then asked someone about them too. When I ran out of rice at my house I took the empty bag to the store with me so I knew which bag to buy. When I ran out of light bulbs I took an old bulb to the store to purchase a new one. I can now see the true power of having the ability to match. Google has been another useful tool. Just the other day I had to put gas into my rental car only to discover that I didn’t know which pump was regular. A few seconds of searching the

web led me to the correct answer (luckily the website was reliable). Pictures are helpful too since so many of them are universal. Sometimes I have to have to make up my own version of what I think some pictures mean. Without the ability to read I have become much more reliant on others to explain and translate things. I’ve had moments of helplessness in some situations but most of the time I’ve just learned to accept that I can’t do some things by myself. I’ve appreciated the kindness and patience that peo-

ple have displayed toward me. I’ve tried to empower myself by learning. I was fortunate to attend Japanese language classes and my school experience was eye opening. I didn’t expect it to be easy but I was surprised at how difficult it was and how poorly I felt about myself at times. This was no thanks to my teachers. They were great at instructing. My difficulties came more from my inner monologue. My three classmates all had some prior experience with speaking Japanese. I often felt incompetent and like I couldn’t learn what I needed to know. I pondered how many times I told my former students, ‘It’s OK if it is difficult or if it feels uncomfortable, it means that you are learning something new.’ I still believe these words but it is easier for me to send those messages rather than receive them. Going to school and experiencing such feelings were the best way for me to understand what it can feel like to be a learner. My experience has made me more compassionate towards other people as well. If someone seems to be having a hard time doing something or is going slow in

a public place there is probably a reason for it. There are people out there who are illiterate, who are second language learners, and who have disabilities. I will admit that I didn’t usually consider those possible needs in such situations. Without the ability to read I realize how important literacy truly is and how much I may have taken it for granted before. There are so many daily tasks that I could just complete automatically but now I have to come up with a plan of attack to carry out the same type of tasks. It has been a challenge but I feel that my problem solving skills have been strengthened over the last year. *There are now eight books in the Camrose Public Library that were donated by the Town of Kamifurano and by Junko Shibue, a citizen of Kamifurano. Most of them are written in English and a few are in Japanese. Please be sure to look for them the next time you’re in the library. The books are marked with Kamifurano stamps on their front inside cover. I’m sure there’s at least one book there that will peak your interest, whether you know Japanese or not.

ATB chief economist predicts softer year for growth in 2015 By Dan Jensen

The rate of economic growth will be slowing in 2015 says ATB chief economist Todd Hirsch. “There is going to be some nervousness and there might be some announcements about layoffs or projects in the oilsands that are delayed, postponed or even cancelled, but we are going into the slowdown in exceptionally good shape,” said the former Camrosian in a presentation to the membership of the Chamber of Commerce at the Norsemen Inn Dec. 3. “I don’t think it is going to be anything like 1984 when the unemployment rate was around twelve and a half per cent.” Hirsch predicts that the real GDP growth in Alberta will be around two and a half to three per cent, down from the four per cent that was realized over the last three or four years, but still higher than the Canadian average. “There is still a lot of softness in the Canadian economy, with a lot of that concentrated in central Canada,” he said. Hirsch feels it wouldn’t be such a bad thing if 10 to 20 of the 167 oilsands projects that are on the drawing boards get shelved for now. “What that will do is help contain costs for Alberta producers,” he said. “Six months ago I was saying that the big challenge for producers isn’t price, but escalating costs. The cost of everything in Alberta for producers was

almost out of control. Labour costs, material costs, engineering costs – all the services that go into the oilsands, even for the conventional drillers. Now I think all of those costs are going to be contained a little bit and they will probably ratchet down.” Hirsch said the West Texas Intermediate price for oil exaggerates the situation for Alberta producers, and that the Western Canadian Selective Blend price is a better benchmark for what they receive. “It (Western Canadian Selective Blend price) too has fallen but not nearly as much. The gap between West Texas and the Western Canadian Price has narrowed so the situation is not quite as dire as if you look at only that West Texas price. On top of that, producers in this province, which are still largely exporters into the United

States, have been cushioned a little bit by the softer Canadian dollar. In times like this a flexible Canadian dollar works in our favour.” Hirsch said the most recently available numbers from the retail, restaurant and car sales sectors show that Alberta consumers are optimistic about the economy. “Both retail and restaurant receipts are hitting record levels in Alberta. The latest numbers we have are still only for September so that is a couple of months ago. It will be interesting to see if there is a shift in optimism in October, November and December. Looking at September, Alberta retail sales were up about eight per cent from last year. You might say that, well, the population is growing and there is inflation so the numbers should be rising automatically. Well, some

of that is true. Alberta’s population is growing by 2.5 per cent annually, which is the strongest in the country, and there is maybe two per cent inflation added on top of that. That still doesn’t get you to eight per cent. Even accounting for population growth and inflation, Albertans are spending much more. The spending in the shopping malls, the grocery stores, the car dealerships and the bars and pubs speaks to me of very optimistic consumers. They are optimistic because of their income, they are optimistic because of their job prospects, and they are out there enjoying those fatter pay cheques.” Hirsch said one of the better lights of the Alberta economy is in agriculture, where farmers had a record year for cash receipts in 2013. “Everything aligned very, very nicely, especially for crop farmers. Grain and oilseeds prices were high and it was almost a perfect crop year in 2013. About as close to perfect I think as you are going to get. I was talking to a farmer from Three Hills who said he was harvesting between 15 and 25 bushels an acre in the early 1980s, and that last year he harvested 80 bushels an acre on the same piece of land. A lot of that is due to much better farming techniques and the applications of high technologies in farming.” Hirsch said this year’s strong cattle prices are offsetting the lower prices that

farmers are seeing for grains and oilseeds. “I think we are going to see a nice year on the livestock side.” Looking further away, Hirsch said the United States economy has had the best year of growth it has had since 2007. “After the great recession in 2008 the U.S. economy went through a lot of years of very sluggish growth, a lot of false starts, a couple of good months here and there, and a debt ceiling crisis. Now we have seen about 12 months of consistently solid growth. The U.S. economy has shown that it does in fact have its groove back on and that it is growing again quite nicely. In the third quarter of 2014 the U.S. economy expanded by 3.9 per cent on an annualized basis. That is the kind of growth the U.S, and the global economy has been watching and waiting to see, and it has been a long time coming.” Hirsch said how the European economy does going forward depends a lot on Germany and how it is able to handle the slowdown caused by the trade sanctions against Russia, which is one of its biggest trading partners. “In 2013 and 2014 Germany was the only European country doing much of anything. If we lose Germany to recession in 2015 then all bets are off once again for the European Union and this will reflect on the rest of the global economy.”

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constructed between 1960 and 1990. These funds will be dedicated to renovating or replacing those structures to better meet the needs of Alberta’s seniors. The provincial government will work with housing management bodies to complete a full evaluation of seniors lodges to determine priority projects. “Seniors deserve a comfortable place to call home, no matter where they live in the province,” said Jeff Johnson, Minister of Seniors. “We

are committed to building quality homes that meet the needs of our seniors, close to family, friends and neighbours in the communities they helped build.” This project is the latest step in the government’s ongoing commitment to meeting the growing needs of seniors’ housing in Alberta. In the past four years, the provincial government has dedicated more than $220 million towards seniors’ housing across the province.

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Sweeting, McEwen rinks emerge victorious By Murray Green

Val Sweeting’s rink from Vegreville-Edmonton defeated Rachel Homan’s Ottawa team 6-3 in an exciting women’s final to capture the 2014 Home Hardware Canada Cup in Camrose on Dec. 7. “The curlers put on an incredible display of skills and sportsmanship, and I thank all of the volunteers who helped make this event happen,” said Rob Hauser, of Hauser Home Hardware Building Centre in Camrose. “I also want to thank the curling fans.” The women’s teams traded singles for most of the game until Sweeting earned a double in the ninth end to break a 3-3 deadlock. Sweeting, the local favourite, defeated Heather Nedohin’s foursome in the semifinal to advance to the last game. The victory gave the Sweeting rink berths in the 2015 World Financial Group Continental Cup Jan. 8 to 11 in Calgary and the Road to the Roar Pre-Trials (Olympic Games). The men’s side didn’t have the same battle as the Mike McEwen rink from Winnipeg scored five points in the first two ends and went on to defeat the Olympic gold medal winning Brad Jacobs Ontario rink in the final, 8-3. “We are on an amazing run. The win wasn’t

Pro Sports Photography Skip Mike McEwen lines up a shot during the Canada Cup of Curling competition in Camrose. McEwen’s rink won the men’s event 8-3 in the final against the Brad Jacobs’ team in the EnCana Arena.

textbook but we put a lot of pressure on Brad the first couple of ends and really that was the game,” said an excited McEwen. B.J. Neufeld on the McEwen rink curled a brilliant 100 per cent in

the final and his shots proved to be too much for the Jacobs rink to overcome. His triple raise double will make the highlight reel for a few years. “B.J. curled 100 per cent and when we lost a

little focus, he was there to pull us back. He made two unbelievable shots back to back,” explained McEwen. “He helped us put the game out of reach very quickly. He was amazing today. This win gives us

confidence and validates what we have been doing. We know we can’t stop trying to get better.” McEwen beat the Glenn Howard team in the semifinals to advance. McEwen’s team is the leader in money earnings and in Canadian Team Ranking System points. The $14,000 Camrose win also earned the team a berth in the Road to the Roar Pre-Trials. The winning rink already earned a trip to the Continental Cup by beating the Howard rink because the Jacobs rink already qualified. “This field (at Canada Cup) is like what you would get at a Canadian Olympic Trials as far as the quality of curlers, quality of the ice and the facility,” McEwen added. “This was a nice test for us.” Each victory in the Canada Cup was worth $2,000 to the winning team in both the women’s and men’s event. Grande Prairie will be hosting the 2015 Home Hardware Canada Cup from Dec. 2 to 6. The Home Hardware Canada Cup offered a total prize purse of $140,000 to the top seven men’s and seven women’s teams in the country and played a significant role in determining Canada’s entries for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

Njaa garners overtime winner against Calgary Mustangs By Murray Green

Brett Njaa didn’t waste any time in scoring the overtime winner as the Camrose Kodiaks edged the Calgary Mustangs 3-2, Dec. 9. Njaa netted the tally just 30 seconds into the extra frame to give his team two points and extend its winning streak to nine games. “It was nice to score the winner and get the two points because it was a game in hand,” said Njaa. “We didn’t have our best game, but it was nice to still get the points.” Camrose came out strong in the extra frame. “It’s a cool feeling to score in overtime. Cole McBride went down the wall and slipped it up to me and I got a step on my defenceman,” explained Njaa. “I lost it for a moment but I was lucky enough to get the puck back and it went in. It is a good feeling to help the boys win like that.” Braeden Salverda scored about a minute after the Mustangs in the third to force extended play. “Although it wasn’t our best game, the Mustangs came out hard to beat us. Everyone wants to beat the top team and that is some-

Nelson Gadoury of the Camrose Kodiaks fights for possession after a face-off against the Olds Grizzlys.

thing we have to get used to,” added Njaa. “We under estimated them a little, but they also played hard. We got the two points and that is the important thing.” Both clubs also scored in the opening period, with Cole McBride garnering the first goal a minute into the game.

Goalie Patrick Gora made 18 of 20 saves. The Kodiaks fired 38 shots at the Calgary cage. The fact that every team is gunning for the Kodiaks because of the team’s number two ranking could help the team improve. “We are not changing our game plan,” said Njaa.

“We are a hard working team and we will continue with that. We are built on speed, so we have to go out every night and use that and play each game one at a time. We know the other teams are coming, so we have to be ready every game. They are going to bring their best because they want to be the ones that beat the top team.” Camrose scored the first three goals to beat the Whitecourt Wolverines 4-1 on Dec. 6. In the fifth game of a road swing, Camrose improved its record against northern teams to 11-1-1. Njaa opened the scoring for the Kodiaks and Ryker Leer collected a shorthanded tally later in the period to take a 2-0 lead into the dressing room. Just 57 seconds into the middle frame, Scott Ferguson notched a tally prior to the Wolverines netting a power play marker. Adam deChamplain added an insurance goal in the third to put the contest out of reach for Whitecourt. The Kodiaks out shot Whitecourt 27-26 with goalie Gora making 25 saves in the Camrose net.

The netminder garnered a shut out the night before in Grande Prairie in a 4-0 victory. He turned away all 25 shots he faced to earn his fourth shutout of the season. Camrose fired 40 at the Storm net including 21 in the third frame. The teams were scoreless after two before the Kodiaks exploded for four tallies on offence. Nelson Gadoury, Jody Sick, Cam Gotaas and Cole McBride supplied the goals for Camrose. The Kodiaks host the Brooks Bandits tonight at 7 p.m. After a game in Drumheller on Dec. 19, Camrose hosts the Fort McMurray Oil Barons on Dec. 20 for the last game before the holiday break. In the New Year, Bonnyville plays in the EnCana Arena on Jan. 2 and Canmore is here on Jan. 3 for 7 p.m. start times. Bear facts

The Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraiser for the Camrose Women’s Shelter will be held between intermissions of the Camrose Kodiaks home game on Jan. 23. Camrose will be playing the Calgary Mustangs beginning at 7 p.m.

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FROM THE

Merry Christmas from Ward, Carolyn and Staff 4207-51A Avenue, Killam Phone 780-385-7827 Fax 780-385-3027

Merry Christmas from Janet, Robert and all the staff

“Your Christmas Ideas Store” Half Price Days December 27 to 31 Phone 780-385-3598 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Killam Krossing Hotel

40 Air Conditioned Rooms

From Seb, Vera and Staff

Best wishes for a season filled with good news and good times.

Killam Post Office

4902-50 Street, Killam, 780-385-3532

Breakfast served all day! Ask about our Seniors’ and Children’s Club 4003-51 Avenue, Killam www.killamkrossinghotel.com Email: krossing@telus.net Phone 780-385-2290 Fax 780-385-3124

Wild Rose Co-op

Wagon Wheel Motel

Jim & Adele, 4914-46 Street, Killam Phone 780-385-3838 AND The staff of Campbell McLennan wish you Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year! Phone 780-385-2121 www.campbellmclennan.com

Happy Holidays and all the best in the new year from…

Forster Feeder Manufacturing Ltd. Forster Hydrovac Service Phone 780-385-2283

Phone 780-385-3652 Toll Free 1-855-RME-1427 Visit us online at rockymtn.com

Banjo Electric

Jim and Bill Clark Phone 780-385-3563

Fee & Sons Funeral Service Best wishes to your families from ours 4810-53 Street, Killam Phone 780-385-3642

Merry Christmas and the best in the New Year! S. James Agencies (Killam) Ltd. 5012-50 Street, Killam 780-385-3654

Sedgewick Land & Insurance Ltd. 4834-47 Street, Sedgewick 780-384-3639

Andreassen Borth

Merry Christmas from Brent, Leanne, Allison and Ed

Michael Borth 5012-50 Street Phone 780-385-3670

5106-57 Street, Killam Phone 780-385-3846

Barristers & Solicitors BRANCH OFFICE

Camrose Eavestrough Service

THOMPSON & ZETTEL 5026-55 Street, Killam Phone 780-385-3949

Phone 780-385-2188

Killam Feed & Farm Supply

PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS Wishing you a happy holiday season and a New Year of health and prosperity

Season’s Greetings!

5001-50 Street Phone 780-385-3731

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all the staff

Thanks for your business! Phone 780-385-7114

Best wishes in the new year! Many thanks for your continued business!

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As another year comes to a close, we recall the many kind people we’ve had the privilege to serve this year.

Wishing you every happiness this holiday season. We are deeply grateful for your trust in us.

Merry Christmas!

From the Board & Management

“More than 100 years of dedicated service”

5120-50 Street, Daysland

780-374-3535

www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Providence Place Ph. (780)374-2527 Fax: (780)374-2529

Happy Holidays!

Westview – Daysland

Mandy Carlson

Owner Operator Phone 780.374.2107 facebook.com/floralscentsdaysland

Insurance and Registries

780-374-3930

HENRY

Family Restaurant & Banquet Facilities

Flowers | Gifts | Home Decor Catering banquet faci lit with seating ies for all group sizes.

Jerry’s Pharmacy Merry Christmas from Jerry, Diane and staff. Wishing you a prosperous and healthy new year. 780.374.3900 www.jerryspharmacy.ca

Chinese and Western Cuisine. Take-out available. Phone 780.374.3785 4818-50 Ave., Daysland

Andreassen Borth BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS

Branch office 5013-50 St., Daysland

780.374.3930

780.374.3748

5124-50 Main Street, Daysland

Daysland Dental Clinic Dr. Brian J. Rudosky

Preventive care for a lifetime of healthy smiles!

780-374-3833 Daysland

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BACKHOE & TRUCKING LTD.

780-582-4134 Forestburg

C.O.R. certified Backhoes, trackhoes, graders, dozers, bobcats and gravel trucks. MIKE MICKLA

780-374-3818

Box 412, Daysland, AB T0B 1A0 Cell (780)679.5898, Fax (780)374.3817

Dayslander Motel “Alberta Approved Accommodation” • Cable TV • Air Conditioned • Hi-Speed Internet • Fridges/Microwaves • Continental Breakfast

Phone (780)374.3645

5025-49 St., Daysland

Hosts: Orval and Nelda Hawthorne

Daysland Auto & Farm Supply 5108-50 Ave. Phone 780.374.3786

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DAYSLAND Stayura

Breitkreuz Auto Repair

Well Services Ltd.

5034-51 St., Daysland Phone 780.374.3740

Dispatch: 780.781.3250 Box 237, Daysland, AB T0B 1A0

We are looking forward to serving you in 2015

Flush-by Units and HOT SHOT SERVICE

Bluesky Trailer Manufacturing Inc.

• Sandblasting and Painting • Complete Trailer Restorations Manufacturer of flatdeck trailers, snowmobile trailers and utility trailers. Trailer parts also available. Ph. 780-374-2174 Toll Free 1-866-311-BLUE www.blueskytrailer.com

Phone 780-374-3951

Merry Christmas and Best Wishes in the New Year from Sandy, Adele, Laverne, Kathy & Tracy!

Daysland Medical Centre Part of Camrose PCN

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year • Dr. Andries Niemann • Dr. Peter Huang • Dr. Unati Makiwani • Dr. Eleanor van Veenhuyzen

780-374-3944 Fax 780-374-2433, Box 160, Daysland

Daysland Golf and Country Club 780-374-3633

DaysArts and Palace Theatre Main Street, Daysland 780-374-3774

May your holiday season be filled with good times and good news!

Daysland Post Office 5138-50 St., Daysland Ph. 780.374.3763

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Main Street, Daysland 780.374.3941 Mon. to Sat., 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sun. & Holidays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

At this special time of year, we wish you joy, contentment and cheer.

from the Town of Daysland, Council and Staff 780.374.3767 www.daysland.com

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Y ear!

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Christmas Light-up Contes t

- Judging -

will take place tomorrow evening, Wednesday, December 17. Did you do a masterful job of decorating the exterior of your home for Christmas? Do you know of a home within Camrose city limits that really shouts Christmas?

We need to know! Call 780.672.3142 and give us the address now! The Camrose Booster will pay $100 towards your December power bill for the home judged to be the best decorated. RE/MAX Camrose will donate $100 towards the local charity of your choice if your decorated dwelling l is judged as tops!

Glen and Marcia Blatz – 2013 Winners

These homes have been recommended by our readers as of Monday, December 15… • 6307 Marler Dr. • 3807-62 St. • 4602-61 St. • 5311-51 St. • 5413-62 St., Victoria Park • 5418-51 St. • 20008 Hwy 26 • 5418-51 St. • 6111 Marler Dr. • 5301-56 St.

NOTE: The 2013 winning home is not eligible for judging in the 2014 contest.

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It’s not just alcohol that impairs your driving The Canada Safety Council reminded Canadians that it is not just alcohol that impairs during Safe Driving Week Dec. 1 to 7. Driving is such a daily activity, we can easily forget that it’s a complex task requiring skill, concentration and alertness. In the rush from Point A to Point B, we may not always be mindful of the responsibility involved in piloting two tons of moving steel, glass and plastic. Given the potentially deadly consequences of doing a poor job, doesn’t it make sense to bring your best self to the task? By now, we all know that drinking and driving is a bad idea. But what about drugs and driving? Let’s focus on the effects of weed (marijuana or cannabis) because it’s one of the most common illicit drugs found in drivers after a deadly crash. You might think: “Smoking weed helps me concentrate. Plus, I drive slower. Doesn’t that make me a better driver?” The truth is any safety benefit you might get from driving slower is more than outweighed by the additional risk of slower reaction times, foggier thinking, and altered time perception you experience when high on weed. “I just had a little to drink and a couple puffs. I feel fine to drive.” The reality is alcohol has a “multiplicative”

effect on other drugs. That means having a drink if you’ve also had some weed results in far greater impairments than taking either alone. So even if you haven’t consumed enough liquor to blow over at a Checkstop, if you’ve got weed in the system, your driving will be as bad as someone who has had far more to drink. Drivers who are high on marijuana tend to compensate by driving more slowly and leaving more follow distance. This behaviour disappears when the driver has a drink, because alcohol makes them feel less impaired even though they are more impaired. If you have taken weed and alcohol, just don’t drive. “I really don’t feel that toking and driving is as bad as drinking and driving.” Eating a Sloppy Joe while driving might be safer than texting and driving, but ultimately, they’re both dangerous. The same goes with drugimpaired driving and drunk driving. They’re both risky behaviours that significantly increase the chances of the story ending badly. Drug Impaired Driving and the Law It’s illegal to operate a motorized vehicle if your ability to drive is impaired by alcohol or drugs, whether illegal or legal drugs, prescription

or over-the-counter. That vehicle could be a car, truck, motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile or boat, and it doesn’t even have to be moving – you could be charged under the Criminal Code if you’re the one with the keys behind the wheel. If a police officer suspects you of having taken drugs, or a combination of alcohol and drugs, you could be required to undergo testing to determine if you are impaired. Failure to comply with the request for testing results in charges similar to alcohol-impaired driving. In addition to criminal charges, drug-impaired drivers also face penalties that vary by province, and the type of licence the driver holds. These penalties include immediate roadside suspensions, impounding of the vehicle, loss of your licence and steep fines. Don’t drive impaired Plan ahead. Have a designated driver, arrange a ride in advance, or call a cab. Socialize responsibly. Before getting behind the wheel, ask yourself: “Am I safe to drive?” It’s not just alcohol that can impair your ability to drive. Friends don’t let friends drive impaired - have the conversation that could save a life. Background Decades of attention to the problem of alcohol-

impairment and crashes has helped to make drinking and driving a social taboo. But research suggests that awareness of the issue of drug-impaired driving lags behind. In a 2013 report, the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse found that many youth interviewed in focus groups believe it’s okay to use marijuana and drive. Even among those who didn’t condone this behaviour, many believed smoking up before driving to be safer than drinking and driving. One of the more alarming findings, echoed in surveys done in other countries, is the common belief that marijuana use actually improves driving ability. There is also a perception that drugimpaired drivers are less likely to get caught by police. While it is true that there is currently no analog to the breathalyzer currently used to detect drunk drivers, changes to federal regulations since 2008 have made it easier for police to press charges against suspected impaired drivers. A nyone suspected of being impaired behind the wheel can be subjected to roadside sobriety tests, and more and more officers are becoming drug recognition experts (DRE) able to conduct these tests.

This year, motor vehicle collisions will probably claim at least 2,000 lives in Canada, or about five or six people a day. In addition, 10,000 more will be seriously injured, many of whom will be permanently disability. Most of these collisions are preventable. According to coroners’ testing on drivers who died in crashes, more than half tested positive for either drugs or alcohol or both. Between 2000 and 2007, 36.6 per cent of drivers who died in crashes tested positive for alcohol, and 33 per cent tested positive for at least one of seven categories of drugs known to have a negative impact on the ability to operate a vehicle safely. A worrisome trend shows that while the percentage of fatally injured drivers testing positive for alcohol has remained flat over the last few years, the percentage testing positive for drugs seems to be increasing over time. The most commonly detected illicit drug in fatally injured drivers was cannabis. The Canada Safety Council is an independent, knowledge-based, charitable organization dedicated to the cause of safety. We provide national leadership in safety through information, education and collaboration. We are Canada’s voice and resource for safety.

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350 Raised for Camrose Rescue Group

Audrey’s favorite gift ideas

Original Pottery

Our Pet Photos with Santa Day was a tremendous success and a lot of fun. Thanks to you, we are able to pass on the entire proceeds from this event and give a few more feline friends and lovable hounds a second chance.

Prints and Originals

GLOBAL PET FOODS: 5706-48 Ave., Camrose 780-608-2024

Church of God preparing to host a Christmas dinner Dec. 20 By Dan Jensen

Jewellery

Art Supplies

(Ask about our Art Classes)

Rocks and Crystals

Uptown at How-to Art Books

The Camrose Church of God will be hosting a free Christmas dinner with all the fixings from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20. “It is a way for us to show some community spirit and create a wonderful family setting,” said Camrose Church of God member and chief organizer Steve Mitts. “It is open to anyone who wants to attend.” Camrose Church of God held its first Christmas dinner on Christmas Eve one year ago. “We fed between 80 and 90 people and it was a wonderful experience to be part of,” said Mitts. “Our thinking this year was that if we held it on the weekend we would have an even greater turnout.” Camrose Church of God realizes that Christmas can be a difficult time for those who are hurting financially, have lost a loved one or who are living alone and don’t have anywhere to go. The Church feels a Christmas dinner is its way of reaching out to the community and showing people that there are others who care. “It’s about getting out of your comfort zone and helping others,” said Mitts. The Church of God is taking dinner invitations to the Camrose Open Door, to the Augustana Faculty of the University of Alberta, Camrose Neighbor Aid Center, Martha’s Table and other churches. The dinner will be followed by an evening concert in the church sanctuary featuring Christmas carols sung by Church of God members and others from the community. Anyone who is willing and able to volunteer with the Christmas dinner is encouraged to give Mitts a call on his cell phone at 780-781-5019, or Theo at 587-986-1622.

5002-50 Street, Camrose Phone 780-672-8401

Our Lady of Mount Pleasant receives approval for modernization By Murray Green

Our Lady of Mount Pleasant School has received Elk Island Catholic School board approval for a modernization project. OLMP was identified as a school in need of modernization under the province’s Building Alberta Plan last January. The first goal was to bring each facility up to health and safety standards. Then it was

to make more effective use of space for programs with emphasis on Career and Technology Studies (CTS). Another important aspect of modernization was reinforcing the sense that the school was part of the community. The main entrance of OLMP is being redesigned to be more welcoming but secure with clear access for students, staff and visitors. In April, Alberta Infra-

structure and EICS retained ONPA Architects to prepare the tender documents. To acquire important feedback from EICS and the two school communities, multiple planning meetings were held. Staff, students and parents were actively engaged throughout the process as the conceptual designs were created. Upon completion, the project tender documents

were sent out for bid. Construction of these projects is expected to begin this December with completion slated for August 2016. OLMP will receive a new chapel, all classrooms will be repainted and receive new flooring, CTS construction shop, CTS technology lab, CTS cosmetology lab, counselor office, waiting room, new conference room, new school entrance with canopy

and vestibule, new staff room and staff washrooms, new work room and addition of a recycling room, new workout room, redesigned gym storage space and gym office, redesigned CTS foods lab, science lab and prep space, redesigned, accessible student washrooms, redesigned library complete with breakout rooms, and reorganization of the administration area.

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CARRIERS My first few months at the Camrose Booster have been very enlightening. From the sales and front office, to art and production, to the editorial staff – the hard work, professionalism and dedication that goes into a publication that I previously took for granted has somewhat overwhelmed me. Your efforts have been duly recognized industry-wide and it only takes a short time of working with all of you to see why. I’m proud to be a new member of the team that takes on the responsibility to ensure reliable and efficient delivery every week. It’s been a sincere joy meeting such a diverse group of individuals dedicated to one goal. No matter what the weather, how heavy the bundle, how tired you may feel at the end of the day, the job gets done. Drivers, carriers and inserting staff work tirelessly and diligently each week until that final Booster or flyer package has reached its destination. I thank you for making my new position such an enjoyable one as well as one I can honestly say I feel proud to be a part of.

Leanne Taje Circulation Manager

In spite of the fact that our carriers call at each residence in Camrose at least twice a week, many householders never see them. The carriers who deliver The Booster on Tuesdays and accomplish our Thursday deliveries as required are shown here. By matching the route numbers on the map with the pictures, readers may identify the person who delivers in their area.

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Royal Canadian Legion presents donations

The Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion donated funds to, back row from left to right, Jim Cook of the Help Fund, Bernie Boser of the Rose City Handivan Society, Myles Bogstie of Camrose Spirals, Michele Panas of Centra Cam, Christine Cross of the Friends of the Daysland Library, Kathy Omoth of Wilderness Family Camp and Donna Coombs of Service Options for Seniors. Front row from left, M’ria Schug of the CCHS band, Lori Boos of the Army Cadets, Hayley McGhie of the Camrose Youth Bowling Council and David Friesen of Neighbor Aid Center.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster The Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion donated funds to, from left, Doreen Pushak of Meals on Wheels, Dale Debnam of the Merry Christmas Fund, Camrose and District Victim Services dog Lucy and Const. Matt Wilton representing both Victim Services and the Dogs with Wings program, and Agnes Minnes of the Legion representing Donna Kaiser of Wetaskiwin, who won the $5,000 prize from the proceeds of a 50/50 raffle. The total donations were $16,100.

Camp He Ho Ha experiences local generosity By Dan Jensen

Seven hundred and fifty adults and children with disabilities of various kinds will be able to enjoy a camping experience next summer thanks to the support of the Camrose Lions Club and Battle River Community Foundation (BRCF). “We are extremely grateful for the generosity they have shown,” said Camp Health Hope and Happiness executive d irector Joan Nielsen after accepting a cheque for $10,700 from Lion Jim Taylor and BRCF board chair Blain Fowler. “The donations we receive allow the camp to be the success that it is.” The donation represents a portion of the net earnings on a $170,000 endowment that the Lions Club created with the Battle River Community Foundation after selling its own youth camp at Miquelon Lake. Other initiatives in the community also benefit from this legacy fund. “We elected to set up a legacy fund with the BRCF that would provide a perpetual benefit,” said Lion Taylor. “We felt it would serve to remind Camrosians of the hard work done by the Lions in the community.” Located 85 km west of Edmonton on Lake Isle Camp He Ho Ha offers an array of adapted summer programing for individuals

Battle River Community Foundation board chair Blain Fowler and Lion Jim Taylor present a cheque for $10,700 to Camp He Ho Ha executive director Joan Nielsen.

with mental and physical disabilities. “The camp experience is an opportunity for individuals with special needs to enjoy a break from their daily routines, form meaningful friendships with others, experience adapted recreational opportunities, become part of an inclusive community, experience independence, build self confidence, experience the dignity of risk and have fun,” says the camp’s website. “For over 50 plus years our six day residential programs have appealed to individuals with special

needs regardless of the type or degree of disability.” Camp He Ho Ha board president Cory Boddy said the camp’s leaders work hard every day at inspiring people to do their best. “Full time staff understand they aren’t here to simply tend to the duties in the kitchen, in the office or on the grounds; they are here to cultivate and care for an environment full of compassion and support. Our summer counsellors come together as a group to light that fire within our wonderful campers and fill their buckets with love. Camp has been very for-

tunate to have a leadership team that, for over 20 years, has inspired people to do their best. We are determined to maintain this resolve, to keep this fire burning bright.” Camp He Ho Ha’s rental program generates the revenue that is needed to cover administration costs, which means that 100 per cent of the donations it receives goes towards sponsorship of the camping experience. “The donations enable Camp to offer the best possible summer programs to the greatest number of individuals,” said Nielsen.

The Battle River Community Foundation exists to help generous individuals and organizations make a difference in the communities they serve. “Our success is measured on two fronts: growth and giving,” said Fowler. “First, we have to grow our assets each year through contributions to existing funds, our investment earnings and the creation of new endowment funds. Secondly, and just as importantly, in a responsible way, we have to give back the net earnings from those funds to communities in the Battle River area, in accordance with the wishes of our donors. At the same time, we must preserve the purchasing power of our funds, enabling them to grow to meet the emerging needs of generations to come. While we receive major contributions from time to time, our strength is based on hundreds of modest gifts received from thoughtful individuals who wish to give something back to the community that has been good to them.” The Battle River Community Foundation has granted a total of $2.3 million since its inception in 1995, including $563,777 during the 2013 granting cycle. “We have accumulated total endowments of over $9.3 million,” said Fowler. “Nearly 20 years on, giving to the Foundation still remains a high priority in the hearts and minds of the citizens of Camrose, and all those who reside in the Battle River watershed.”

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Holidays are a joyful time, offering a chance to reconnect with friends and family. But for many it can also cause loneliness and be painful time of year. You may worry about family matters, or it may be a painful reminder of past times. During the holidays try focusing on some simple steps that can help reduce stress, depression and grief that are commonly felt during this time of year. Here are some ideas that may help you: Do something for yourself. Often times we are so busy taking care of others we forget to focus on ourselves. Take time for yourself this season by doing something you enjoy, go for a walk, or try a new hobby such as yoga or meditation. Connect. Join a community group, reconnect with friends, or volunteer. Keep a regular sleep, meal, and exercise schedule and limit alcohol. Taking care of yourself will help you deal with stressful situations during the holidays. Get organized. Make lists or use an appointment book to keep track of tasks to do and events to attend. Learn to say no. It’s okay to say “no” to events that aren’t important to you. This will give you more time to say “yes” to events that you do want to attend. Know your spending limit. Lack of money is one of the biggest causes of stress during the holiday season. This year, set a budget and don’t spend more than you’ve planned. Give something personal. You can show love and caring with any gift that is meaningful and personal. Make a phone call or write a note and share your feelings. Remember, get help if you need. Holidays can be especially hard if you are already dealing with the death of a loved one or the breakup of a relationship. Talk with health care professional in your area or call the Mental Health Helpline 1-877-303-2642.

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RECREATION CENTRE HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

By Dan Jensen

Certified yoga instructors Jessica Klassen, Blaine Benson and Krysta Fredrickson will be teaching a variety of poses and techniques during the first ever Camrose YogaThon at the Swan City Yoga studio, 5012-50 Street, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. this Sunday, Dec. 21. “It’s going to be a great opportunity for anyone who has ever thought of trying yoga, to come out and see what it is all about,” said Klassen. The instruction will get underway at 1 p.m. with a class led by Klassen on Gentle Hatha, a kind of yoga focusing on physical and mental strength building exercises and postures. “Gentle Hatha is a slower paced yoga where people hold the poses for three or four breaths,” said Klassen. A Vinyasa class will start at 2 p.m. followed a Foundation Power Flow Class to start at 3:30 p.m. “Vinyasa is a step up from Gentle Hatha,” said Klassen. “The Power Flow class is the most advanced of the three, where you really work the arms and the legs.” Although the origins of Yoga have been speculated to date back to pre-vedic Indian traditions, it wasn’t until the 1980s that yoga started to become popular in the western world as a form of physical exercise and relaxation. Yoga advocates note that by connecting their breathing with the poses that are taught, people can learn to calm the mind and effectively deal with the challenges they face every day at work or at home. “There are some who suggest it is a cult but that is incorrect,” said Klassen. “It is basically a combination of exercise and breathing.” Klassen, Benson and Fredrickson see the Yoga-Thon as an opportunity to pass along what they have learned in a recently concluded training course that was offered by Empowered Yoga in Edmonton. The course involved 200 hours of instruction and 30 participants, mostly from Edmonton, but also from Whitecourt and Lloydminster. Proceeds generated by the Yoga-Thon from any donations that are collected will be presented to the Camrose Open Door Association, an organization that provides emergency shelter, counselling and skill development. “The work that the association does with youth ages 11 to 24 is impressive,” said Klassen. “It is always nice for youth to have that option to go somewhere and receive counselling, especially if they are having problems at home.” While yoga mats will be provided at the studio, anyone who attends the Yoga-Thon is encouraged to bring his or her own water bottle.

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WELCOME DR. LESLIE

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Centra Cam’s had another successful 50/50 raffle thanks to the generous support of the community. Clark McKay, from Grant Thornton LLP, made the draw on Monday, Nov. 24, at 2 p.m. The winner of $1,800 was Dan Rau (centre), of Camrose, who is going to use some of the funds to purchase Christmas gifts for his family. He purchased his ticket at the 2014 Spirits of Christmas. The funds raised through this raffle will go towards the costs of program-related equipment in the new facility.

Lights to Remember

The Smith Clinic is very veery pleased to welcome Dr. Kayode Leslie as a new w physician practicing family fam amilly medicine. Dr. Lesliee is is taking over the practice tiice off Dr. Tober. Former p patients attie ien nts nts of Dr. Tober are welcome com me to contact the Smith Clinic Cli linicc to book appointments nts eff ffective immediately. Dr. Leslie will slie wil ill also see see e new patients, male and femal female, ale, off all alll ages. Please contact the appointment appoin intment desk desk on Section C to book with k wit th Dr.. Leslie, Leesl s iee, at 780.672.2423. 7800.6672.242 242 4233. Dr. Leslie graduated from medical schooll in in Nigeria N ge Ni g ria in 1995 and completed his post ggraduate training South Africa. radu ra duat atee tr trai aini ning ng iin n So Sout uth h Afri Af frica ica He He has has be been en practicing in South Africa for the past 12 years. He is married with two young children. In his free time, Dr. Leslie enjoys sports and the performing arts. Welcome Dr. Leslie to the Smith Clinic and the community of Camrose!

By Dan Jensen

The second annual Lights to Remember campaign of the Hospice Society of Camrose and District is off to a good start. “We’ve had a very good response,” said Hospice Society of Camrose and District board member Pam Cummer Dec. 10. “People are finding it a great way to remember that special loved one who has passed on.” The Lights to Remember Campaign accepts donations at the Camrose Farmers’ Market for Christmas bulbs that are used to light a tree immediately east of the Bill Fowler Centre on 48 Avenue. “We are happy to accept whatever donation people are willing to make,” said Cummer. “What we have said is that we will give out a tax receipt for any donation of $10 or more.” Donors have the opportunity to write a message to their loved one in a journal that will be displayed at the Farmers’ Markets in the Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital Camrose chapel. Tree lighting An official tree lighting ceremony with carolling, the lighting of candles on a short presentation on handling loss during the holidays will be held at 6 p.m. on Dec. 19, prior to the Longest Night Service at St. Anglican’s Church. The Hospice Society of Camrose and District raised $3,000 from the 2013 Lights to Remember Campaign, a total it is hoping to exceed this year. The money that is collected is used to train palliative care workers at the Bethany Group, St. Mary’s Hospital and Sunrise Village, as well as to assist with the purchase of palliative care materials. Canadian Tire in Camrose has donated all the Christmas lights which will be placed on the tree by D-2 Electric using a bucket truck, while the Windwood Group has made a couple of eye-catching signs. The mission of the Hospice Society of Camrose and District is to enable the community to support those facing advancing illness, death and bereavement with dignity through education and compassionate care. Donations throughout the year are graciously accepted on the society’s website, www.camrosehospice.org.

WELCOME DR. ANIZOBA Thee Smith Th S ith Sm h Clinic is very pleased to to w welcome elcom m Dr. Ogo Anizoba as as a new physician p practicing ffamily fa miiily m ly m e medicine. Dr. Anizoba is from fr m Sou uth Africa and has been South p practicing rac accticingg there th for over 10 years. H Hee d did id hiss pos post-graduate training aatt tthe he University Uni n ve versityy of Stellenbosch in SSouth Sout out uth h Africa a. Dr. An Africa. Anizoba is accepting ne ew p atients ts, m ma ale ale and and ffemale, em new patients, male of all ages. His p pr practice actice interests also include ch chronic disease management, geri geriatrics, iat atri rics cs, pre-natal prepr e na nata tall care care and anesthesia. Dr. Anizoba and his family are settling into the city of Camrose, where they have made their home. They look forward to an exciting new life here. Dr. Anizoba is very keen to take on some new hobbies like hunting, fishing, and playing hockey. To book an appointment with Dr. Anizoba, please contact the reception desk on Section C. Phone 780.672.2423 Welcome Dr. Anizoba to the Smith Clinic and to Camrose!

Albertans need to say no to a tax increase With the price of oil dipping below $60 a barrel, Premier Prentice needs to be crystal clear with Albertans if he’s planning to raise taxes to meet his budget shortfall says the Wildrose Official Opposition. After asking pointed questions to the Premier, Prentice failed to rule out

levelling tax increases on Albertans, saying the government will deal with the specifics by the time the next budget is presented. “The new management is starting to look a lot like the old management; floating trial balloons to make Albertans pay more taxes, while their govern-

ment can’t balance the budget and fails to deliver on promises to improve core government services,” Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith said. “Albertans don’t want new taxes, they want a new generation of leaders committed to putting an end to wasteful spending, and presenting

a forward-looking plan to balance the budget.” Smith noted Alberta’s current i nc ome a nd c or p orat e t a x st r uc tu re br i ng s i n more r e venue p er c apit a tha n a ny other province in Canada. Wild rose F ina nce Cr itic Rob A nderson

said the PCs have no mandate to raise taxes. “If the PCs want to raise taxes, then they need to campaign on it and get a mandate from Albertans,” Anderson said. “Instead of looking to dig into people’s pocket books, it’s time to get serious about controlling spending.”

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Immigrants need to be respected and encouraged Guest editorial By Arnold Malone

Immigrants have come to Canada from every corner of the planet. They have added to our cultural diversity, expanded our tastes in foods, music, changed our dress and made us more understanding and interesting. Immigrants have run our restaurants, cleaned our floors, tilled our soils, built our railroads, mined our minerals and manufactured our products. Excepting our First Nations, our ancestors or we as individuals have immigrated from somewhere. With immigration comes the blending of humanity. My own father was a grandson of an Irish immigrant. He had some speech patterns unlike our neighbours but four generations later such phrases were frequent upon our ears when we toured Ireland. Old habits die slowly. Arriving from England or the United States the difference might largely be the accent. When the cultural

Fingerpickers concert at Bailey Theatre Left, Stephen Olson performed at the Ode to Fingerpickers by the Bailey Buckaroos at the Bailey Theatre on Sunday, Nov. 23. Olson used his late uncle Lyndy Olson’s prized guitar at the performance. Below: The Bailey Buckaroos performed at the Ode to Fingerpickers concert along with special guests Stephen Olson and Leif Olson. From left to right are Cory Vanderjagt, Leif Olson, Jessica Dostie, Stephen Olson and Dan Olofson. Laurel Nadon, Camrose Booster

The Columbia Valley Pioneer Photo Arnold Malone

shift is major, the transition can be a life-long challenge. Some immigrants have onesyllable names and other have names that read like an optometrists eye chart. Immigrants come here believing we have freedom and opportunity. They come in spite of their erroneous notions about Canada. Freedom has such a powerful pull. An Iranian immigrant said that she thought, “All Canadians wore glasses to prevent their eyes from freezing shut.” I read where the father

of a newly arrived family answered the doorbell to find a postal-worker. The postal-worker departed with the words, “I will see you later.” The father waited outside for 40 minutes before concluding that the postperson wasn’t coming back. A Chinese family had settled into their home for only a couple of days when their doorbell rang. It was the end of October. At their door was a person with a spike through his scull, another with one eye hanging from a socket, an angel

and a person with an ugly face dressed in a prison suit. Each was holding a bag and expecting something. Halloween is not an event in China or in many other countries. The adjustment for immigrants to a new culture requires the re-making of oneself. They could struggle over such a simple notion as, “How close should I stand when speaking to someone?” In some cultures business is conducted toe-to-toe, within another’s breath stream. I once watched a briefing film where a Mediterranean government official walked a new ambassador backwards around a desk, twice, within an hour. It is a cultural norm for a person in some Middle East countries to do business with another while standing a meter or less apart; a distressing intrusion on personal space for many Westerners. Ironically, both persons were doing the exact same thing; trying to get comfortable in their desired communication space. Culture is not right or wrong; it just is. Characteristics that we think are odd for others might mirror our

own habits. A Canadian was teasing a Chinese person: Canadian: “Come on Lin Yee, when are your people ever going to come back and eat the food that you put on their graves?” Lin Yee: “The very same time they come back to see and smell your flowers.” In Canada, when a person gives you a business card, you might write there upon the next time you plan to meet. Don’t ever do that in Japan. There, the professional card is a statement of who you are. It is like a diploma, a degree or a wedding photo and should not be defaced. Margaret Mead the renowned anthropologist proclaimed, “You can never understand your own culture from within; only when you have been immersed in another society can you see and understand your own.” Immigrants built our country. They are the people who have weaved fullness into our national fabric. New arrivals need to be understood with respect, encouraged and congratulated. They are the products of a different place and they need time to absorb more than we can ever imagine.

Entrepreneurship Challenge at Growing Rural Tourism event Entrepreneurs, you have already shown the world, or at least your community, that you are a risk taker, creative, dedicated and hardworking. You have crafted a plan for a business that is unique and have put that plan into action. Most likely you have been advertising comprehensively on all the social media outlets as well as traditional media. You have even determined (this was probably done in the initial stages of your business plan), whom your target market is. You may have started a clothing boutique on the main street of your town; a sports wear store or even a consignment shop for gently used women’s clothes. You may have opened a hunting and outdoor adventure store or started an ethnic or artisan bakery. Your business might be a craft beer brewery or small winery. Whatever your business, have you entertained the idea that a target market for your product or business might be in the tourist industry? In recent years many tourists themselves have been getting creative in what they are looking for in a vacation. There are a significant number who don’t wish to just drive to the hot springs, take a few pictures of the ice fields, and then head home. There are many who are not only looking for that unique destination but who are also looking for the experience that goes with it. We always hear about those tourists and outdoor enthusiasts who indulge in extreme sports but there are those who just want to take a weekend or who are travelling through, who want to shop in that small town boutique clothing store that is not part of a retail chain giant. There are those who would love to sample beer from a local craft brewery, taste wine from a small winery or mead from the home meadery. Entrepreneurs, why not tap into, this trending tourist market? Tourism is Alberta’s third largest industry...and a great way to break into this market is by entering the Entrepreneurship Challenge being hosted by the Growing Rural Tourism Conference that will be taking place this Feb. 23 to 25 in Camrose. The conference itself promotes rural tourism: highlighting the reality that there are innumerable things to see and do in rural Alberta and that people are seeking these adventures out. The Entrepreneurship Challenge is a competition where entrepreneurs can show case their product, destination or experience. Judges will select the best entry and significant prizes will be awarded. The judges will also offer insightful feedback to the competitors. For entry forms and more information, visit the Growing Rural Tourism website www.growingruraltourism.ca

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2015 Ford Expedition Power, capability and space

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The 2015 Ford Expedition and Expedition MAX at Lamb Ford Sales in Camrose deliver all the power, capability and space you and your adventurous family demand. Empowering drivers Newly equipped with a state-of-the-art 3.5 litre EcoBoost direct-injection twin turbocharged engine and six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission, Expedition now has a fuel efficiency rating of 11.8 litres per 100 km highway. More confident acceleration and passing performance is courtesy of the new engine’s robust output. It gives Expedition 55 more horsepower and 55 more lb.-ft. of torque than last year. With 90 per cent of peak torque on tap from 1,700 through 5,000 rpm. Already proven in extensive durability testing equivalent to ten years of use in harsh environments, as well as real-world use on the popular F-150 pickup, the 3.5 litre EcoBoost engine empowers the new Expedition to take you and your active family further. Advances your adventures Ready to turn your family’s dream trip into a reality? So is Expedition. Its 4,173 kg towing capacity, standard trailer sway con-

trol and standard Control Trac 4-Wheel-Drive system are just the beginning. With class-exclusive features like a mechanical rear load-levelling suspension and the progressive range select mode on its new six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission, the new Expedition takes your travels to a whole new level. When starting up an incline, whether in Drive or Reverse, the new hill start assist helps by momentarily maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move you uphill. To further ease trailering, Expedition’s integrated trailer brake controller balances the performance of the vehicle’s brakes and your electric trailer brakes. Centre and distance guidelines on the full-colour rear view camera display can help you align with hitches. A class-exclusive new off-road display on the vibrant colour LCD screen empower you with key information, including the vehicle’s pitch angle, bank angle and wheel direction. For increased off-road confidence, a new Hill Descent Control feature helps maintain the vehicle’s speed on steep declines so you can concentrate on manoeuvring.

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Winter is tough on our vehicles-and not so easy on us drivers, either! Whether you like it or not, you have to adapt your driving style during winter conditions. After all, our big, bulky winter coats make us less agile when behind the wheel! There’s no denying that driving during the winter isn’t always a ton of fun, what with all those cold, frozen, slippery roads out there. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the best winter tires available, traction will never be as good as during the summer. The first and most important advice we can give you is to SLOW DOWN! Unfortunately, too many drivers place far too much confidence in their vehicle’s abilities and in their own driving skills. Those driving around in four-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicles are particularly guilty of doing this. It doesn’t matter what type of vehicle you drive, its response time will be slower than during the warmer months of the year. In addition to snowy, icy roads, you have to factor in dirtier windows, the effects of the sun’s glare bouncing off the roads-and onto your windshield-and even excessive heat inside your vehicle. All these factors can and do slow you down... sometimes more than you’d think. And who’s to say all the other drivers on the road are on the ball? They’re dealing with the same inconveniences of winter as you are. It’s not worth taking chances just to get to your destination a few minutes earlier. Slow down, be alert and put every bit of luck you have on your side. And keep that cell phone turned off! Winter driving requires your full attention.

December a busy month at Charlie Killam The month of December is always a busy and exciting time of year. Students at Charlie Killam are in the festive mood and are embracing the theme of “Giving.” Donations for the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center Food Bank are being collected as the homerooms are competing to see who will be able to bring in the most food before Dec. 18. In just 11 days students have already collected over 1,200 items, as we try to fill the principal’s office. Also, students are collecting items for the Camrose Open Door through their Socks of Love campaign. This entails filling socks with toiletries and providing them to Camrose youth in-need. We are also collecting toques and mitts to decorate a Christmas tree, all to be donated to the Camrose Women’s Shelter. The students have been getting in the Christmas spirit by decorating their classroom doors and decorating three trees in the front foyer. Without a doubt, it is a festive place to be, and the many activities the students are participating in are giving them the opportunity to be active citizens, while enjoying this special time of year.

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The Camrose Royal Purple made donations to several community organizations. Left to right, front, Marion Czapp received $300 on behalf of STARS, Velma Babiuk received $300 for Meals on Wheels, Const. John Farnhout received $300 for the DARE program, Janice Maier and Christine Palmerchuk received $200 for Relay for Life, and Randal Nickel received $200 for the Camrose Open Door. Presenting the cheques were, back row, left to right, Camrose Royal Purple members Marlene Pearson, Doreen Pushak, Linda Stevenson and Lorraine Winch.

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Camrose Composite High School recognized top students from 2013-14 at its annual honours and awards ceremony Nov. 21. Grade 10 honours students were, front row, left to right, Blaine Hironaka, Juanita Hohm, Keenan Howard, Carson Hvenegaard, Kieran Kelly, Caden Leonhardt, second row, left to right, Justin Crump, Helix Doig, Camryn Gau, Denai Guenther, Clarissa Gusnowski, Alexander Harder, Kaitlyn Hennessey, back row, left to right, Lucas Anderson, Matthew Andreassen, Sarena Badry, Kimberly Bambilla, Sadie Borgfjord, Braydon Bouillon, Derrick Campbell and Sage Clouston.

Other Grade 10 honours students were, left to right, front, Maggie Slaney, Keith Spruyt, Kelby Tanaschyk, Brett Tanton, Rhonda Thygesen, Shae-lyn Walline, Kristen Brown, Ashlyn White, Courtney Zimmer, second row, left to right, Lillian Axten, Olivia Mah, Cody Milgate, Stephanie Olson, Shaconna Reinke, Chantel Schultz, Malcom Scott, Tristen Sebastian, Ziheng Lu, back row, left to right, Kendra Vandenberg, Talia Dewalt, Jarod Corcoran, Braeden Hodder, Tyler Liang, Vanessa Lievers, Chandler Little and Shadi Labbaf.

Grade 11 honours students were, front row, left to right, Jessica King, Rohan Manaloor, Lauren Matiushyk, Jenaya McKinstry, Brett Meyer, second row, left to right, Christian Ford, Sarah Greer, Brianna Guenard, Zisheng Hong, Taylor Johnson, back row, left to right, Chattan Barker, Robyn Bayliss, Braden Clarkson, Isabeau Doig, and Brandon Drader.

Other Grade 11 honours students were, front row, left to right, Riley Voon, Brett Wrubleski, Gracie Yelland, second row, left to right, Jonathan Sharkey, Reline Soliman, Aaron Taves, Kristina Throndson, Gage Tweedy, back row, left to right, Steven Morrow, Allie Nielsen, Randy Paquette, Brendan Plantz and Brock Proctor.

Grade 12 honours students were, front row, left to right, Farshad Labbaf, Jake Lewis, Brock Little, Tyler Parker, Braeden Stang, Danielle Wowk, second row, left to right, Jennifer Girard, Koya Kawaguchi, Bronte Kelly, Warren Keohane, Jesse Kerr, Micaela Klutz, back row, left to right, Austin Anderson, Zackary Anderson, Jessica Church, Bryan Cole, Kayla Csernyanszki, Jillian Dewart, Louise Erskine and Dustin Gagnon.

Grade 12 students who received other awards are, front row, left to right, Labbaf Farshad, Brandon Liang, Dawn Miller, Tyler Parker, Naomi Rust, Braeden Stang, Danielle Wowk, back row, left to right, Austin Anderson, Dylan Brown, Louise Erskine, Cody Jakubec, Bronte Kelly, Jesse Kerr, Warren Keohane and Micaela Klutz.

Grade 11 students who received other awards were, left to right, front, Zechariah Mascaluk, Jenaya McKinstry, Steven Morrow, back row, left to right, Sean Caswell, Isabelle Doig, Taylor Johnson, and Rohan Manaloor.

Grade 10 students who received other awards were, front row, left to right, Juanita Hohm, Carson Hvenegaard, Brett Tanton, Brandon Thompson, back row, Lillian Axten, Talia Dewalt, Helix Doig, Jessica Eklund, Kaitlyn Hennessey.

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Gerald Richard Goossen

Orlean Violet Mickla

Marion Joyce Yurkoski

October 10, 1933 – December 8, 2014 Orlean passed away on December 8, 2014 at Daysland Health Centre at the age of 81 years. Orlean Violet Mickla was born on October 10, 1933 to Conrad and Rozi Hanson in Bawlf, AB. In May 1953, she married Mike Mickla of Daysland. Together, they raised two children, Melven and Betty Ann. Orlean spent her whole life in Daysland, raising her family and contributing to the community. She was a proud member of the CWL and the Royal Purple for 50 years. Orlean is survived by her daughter Betty Ann Tronchin; grandchildren Shawn Maskell, Amy (Dan) Wieschorster, Michael Mickla and Mark (Jeanni) Mickla. She was blessed with six great-grandchildren: Tajah, Dean, Sydney and Jaxon, Mitchell and Madison. She was predeceased by her husband Mike in 1991; father and mother Conrad and Rozi Hanson; her father-in-law and mother-in-law William and Elizabeth Mickla; son Melven in 1988; and one young brother, Harlan (Howie). A Prayer Vigil was held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2014 from Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 12, 2014 from Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland with Rev. Leon Kler officiating. Interment has taken place in Daysland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Daysland Hospital Foundation. Your comfort and support are greatly appreciated and gratefully acknowledged. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

December 27, 1939 – December 10, 2014 Marion Joyce Yurkoski of Camrose passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at the age of 74 years. Left to cherish her memory are her son Rik (Karen) of Beaumont; daughter Lynnett (Kelly) of Condor, AB; five grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; brothers Randy (Donna) and Michael; sisters Lue (Gordon) Lindseth, Carol (Syl) Kirchner, Sharon (Ron) Walz and Ginger (Neil) Martens, Robbie (Len) Paltridge. Marion was predeceased by her husband Francis; parents; brothers Rod, Allan, Larry and Errol; and sister Wanda. A Funeral Service was held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2014 from Camrose United Church with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating. Interment has taken place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to St. Mary’s Palliative Care, or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation: Cancer Research. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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Our dear Husband, Father and Papa Gerald Richard Goossen passed away on December 4, 2014, reaching the age of 75 years. Dad was born on May 27, 1939 to Peter and Helena Goossen in Steinbach, MB. He was the youngest of 14 children, spending lots of time with his sisters. Dad took his first eight years of schooling in an eight-grade, one-room school with 50 students, and nearly completed grade 12 at Steinbach Collegiate. He talked of many fond memories of those times. Dad gave his heart to the Lord, changed his life and was baptized on January 31, 1965, together with his nephew Donald. His faith was very special to him. A few days before he died, Dad told Mom he felt peace and was at rest. Dad came to Edberg, AB at the age of 26 to do carpentry, which was his passion. While working at Edberg, he met and married Ellen Starrett Baerg. They were blessed with 48 years of marriage. To this union was born three sons and three daughters. Some big highlights for Dad and Mom were the many years they spent volunteering in mission work. They went to Sunchild Mission, later Fort Vermillion, AB, and then to Nigeria for almost five years before coming home to Alberta to farm at Ferintosh. In 1997, they made the long move across Canada to New Brunswick, spending seven years there. Then they went to Leamington, ON for the next seven years, two of which were mission work. Dad and Mom moved back to Ferintosh, AB three-and-a-half years ago. Our favorite memories are of Dad sitting in the family room reading his Bible. Bible reading was very important to him. Psalm 121 was one of his favorite chapters. He knew many chapters and verses by memory. Dad had a special love for everyone: his wife, children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. He also loved, talked highly of and cared about his neighbors in the communities in which he lived. Dad had a special twinkle in his eye when he laughed or smiled. Dad was a big encouragement to all of us, often mentioning many names in his prayers. He also taught us the importance of honesty and good sportsmanship. He loved nature and going on picnics, cooking breakfast on his camp stove, watching birds and he would say, “This is the day the Lord hath made.” Dad will be greatly missed by his dear wife Ellen, and children and grandchildren: Darcy and Maxine, and Brenton and Shawna, Jillisa, Seth, Nicolee, Ferintosh, AB; Bruce and Janice, and Quinten, Karsten, Thadeo, Mendaye, Harrow, ON; Randell and Wanda, and Mackenzie, Jackson, New Norway, AB; Annette, Roblin, MB; Wanda and Clayton Isaac and Levi, Roblin, MB; and Tanya and Tim Penner, and Annika, Daisy, Roblin, MB. We envision Papa sitting in Heaven holding his two grandbabies, Stephanie and Tristan. He is survived by four brothers Peter, Danny (Rosella), Roy (Gladys), Robert (Florence); and in-laws Lizzie Goossen, Alvin Bartel, Doreen Goossen and Agnes Toews. He was predeceased by his parents, four brothers and five sisters. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Edberg, AB with interment in Edberg Lakeview Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at condolences@sunsetltd.ca.

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Michael “Ed” Dolaney

Constance “Connie” Elizabeth Grahn December 31, 1937 – December 6, 2014 Constance “Connie” Elizabeth Grahn of Camrose, AB passed away Saturday, December 6, 2014 at the age of 76 years. Connie was a good-hearted person who loved life, to laugh and was always willing to lend a helping hand. She was raised in the Camrose area where she later met Gordon Dux. She and Gordon settled down on a farm west of Wetaskiwin where they raised two children. Connie enjoyed her garden, chickens and life on the farm. It was after Connie moved back to Camrose that she met Alf and the two were married. Connie enjoyed her days gardening and going for coffee with all of her coffee friends. Being a real people person, Connie found work at the SAAN store for a short while where she enjoyed meeting and helping many people. Connie later worked at Macleod’s and fondly remembered her co-workers and the wonderful people she met there. Another great joy in Connie’s life was her little dog Buffy who was truly a member of the family. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Alf; daughter Shirley Knull of Wetaskiwin; son Wayne Dux of Wetaskiwin; and three grandchildren Brenda Knull, Evan Dux and Sarah Dux. Connie was predeceased by her parents and stepson Dwayne Grahn. Connie will be sadly missed by all her friends and relatives. Though she is gone, she will not be forgotten. A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2014 from Burgar Memorial Chapel with Rev. David Ericksson officiating. Interment has taken place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, or to the Alzheimer Society. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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October 30, 1941 – December 10, 2014 Michael Ed was born October 30, 1941 to Margaret and Steve Dolaney at Daysland, AB. Ed passed away suddenly on December 10, 2014 at the age of 73 years. Ed attended school at Willow School just half a mile north of the farm. Ed farmed with his dad, worked on the powerline, and in Camrose at the steel mill. It wasn’t long before farming became his full-time career. On November 25, 1967, Ed married Elsie Danylak and to this union three children were born, Brent, Kari and Melissa. Farming, raising a family and making his friends a priority kept him busy. Everywhere Ed went, he always seemed to make an everlasting impression in one way or another. In April 2003, Ed was forced to face this world alone with the passing of Elsie after she lost her battle with cancer. Our thanks to many of Ed’s friends who continued to support him as he struggled through a few tough years. He always said, “How many people like me have had the same good friends for over 55 years?” Ed loved to cater with the St. Mary’s ladies, whether it was the love of catering or simply the love of entertaining the ladies in the kitchen. You can bet which role he enjoyed the most. Playing crib, travelling, fishing trips, being a Legion member and a St. Mary’s hall member, president of the Ukrainian Catholic parishes and making sure that he visited at least a friend or two daily kept Ed very busy and very happy. Ed’s friendly visits were always accompanied by an entertaining story or two as he was very good at storytelling. Ed was also known for giving his opinion, whether it was needed or not. If you knew Ed, you never got offended. You just knew he never had any intention to hurt someone’s feelings. He often said, “I just talk and don’t even listen to what I am saying sometimes.” Ed found a friend, Donna Ekdahl, in the last few years of his life. She accompanied him on trips, crib tournaments and they just became everyday companions. Donna unfortunately passed away only two weeks prior to Ed’s passing. Ed leaves behind his three children Brent (Debbie) Dolaney, Kari Topolnicki and Melissa (Marty) MacGregor; five grandchildren Dillon, Treyden, Shaylee, Cody and Ty. He leaves a world of special friends behind as well. Ed was predeceased by his wife Elsie; parents Steve and Margaret Dolaney; sister Marion Kosinski; brother-in-law Leo Kosinski; brother Bernie Dolaney; sister-in-law Emily Dolaney; sister Ann Kupka; nephew Kenneth Kupka; sister Alice Willams; brother-in-law Larry Williams; and many other family and friends. Ed will be sadly missed for his sense of humour, loyalty to his friends, and just for the simple fact, “They just don’t make them like that anymore.” This does not even start to describe the sensitive, honest, humble and fun-loving man Ed was. He will be missed by many, but he is now in the company of many whom he lost through the years way up in Heaven. A Prayer Vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2014 from Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland. A Divine Liturgy will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 19, 2014 from Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland with Rev Greg Faryna as celebrant. Interment will take place in Daysland Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to Daysland Cemetery Fund or to the Daysland Legion. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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Helpful Tips for Writing Classified Ads Which Get Results! Be Thorough

Sure you want your ad to stand out from the rest, but don’t skimp on the sort of information that sells. The item’s condition, size, age, brand name, and color are some of the basics readers want to know. Without them, your ad may be overlooked.

Steer Clear of Abbreviations

Okay, so you want to include all the important basics. Don’t use strange abbreviations because our ads are designed to spell all the important details. Besides, you are not paying by the line, but by the word, so there is really no need to abbreviate.

Be Honest

Exaggerating your item’s finer points may bring in a lot of responses, but a buyer who’s misled won’t appreciate it and will take his business somewhere else.

FRIEDA’S BAKING NOW RELOCATED at the Saturday morning Farmers’ Market. We are at the far west end of the mall close to the old Zeller’s doors. Also, on Sat., Dec. 20 please bring your youngsters to my table from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and let them decorate their own Christmas cookies. Three cookies for $1, all decorations included. Proceeds to Cancer Research. I will match the donations. KAY’S KRAFTS & BAKING Will have fancy squares and cookies Thursday, Dec. 18 and Tuesday, Dec. 23 Rose City Farmers’ Market 2 - 7 p.m., Duggan Mall

State Your Price

THANK YOU

Be Accessible

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK all our awesome friends and relatives who stopped in to make the celebration of Earl and Mearl Zimmerman’s 90th birthdays so special. God bless you all. – From families of Earl and Mearl Zimmerman

The cost of an item is one of the most important concerns of want ad readers. Ads showing prices are ones which get results. Giving a price also serves to “weed out” those buyers not in your price range.

Including a telephone number or address puts you in touch with potential buyers. Be sure to state the hours you can be reached: a caller who can’t get through the first time often won’t call again.

Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions or problems you may have regarding advertising. Our professionally trained sales staff know the ropes, and would be happy to pass their know-how on to you. That’s why we’re here, to help you get the results you deserve.

Call 672-3142 Call 780-672-3142

4925-48 Street, Camrose

ads@camrosebooster.com class@camrosebooster.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS SEE THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 39 for more classified ads about cars, trucks, campers, RVs, automotive services and ATVs LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE – Family smorg style breakfast at Moose Family Center, Sunday, Dec. 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Adults, $7.00; Students, $6.00. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP For those who have experienced the loss of a loved one Wednesday evenings: Jan. 14 - Mar. 4, 2015 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital To register, please call Shelly Dalueg: 780-679-2793 by Jan. 5, 2015 ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S PARTY – Round Hill Community Centre. Skating 7 - 9 p.m. (weather permitting). Doors open 7 p.m. Tickets $20/ family. Bring an appetizer. For information call Cara, 780672-6007.

THE FAMILY OF LILLIAN KRAUSE wishes to express our thanks to all who sent condolences and made donations in memory of our Mom, Gramma and Great-Gramma who passed away suddenly Aug. 14, 2014. – The Krause families THANK YOU VERY MUCH – To all who came to my aid Aug. 22, 2014; to all who visited and sent well wishes; special thanks to Unit 5, Dr. D. Morrow, Rehab for all their support and care. I couldn’t have done it without you! – Lenore

PERSONAL DRINKING A PROBLEM? Alcoholics Anonymous, call 780-672-9903. MASSAGE Japanese Shiatsu and Swedish massage Fall Special $40 Home visits only Open 7 Days a Week Call 780-781-0236 anytime

PETS/PET SUPPLIES BATTLE RIVER VETERINARY SERVICES Practice Limited to Companion Animals Experienced Professionals Providing Quality Care and Service 780-672-6999 5208-51 Avenue, Camrose

WANTED WILL ACCEPT OLD VEHICLES, machinery, scrap iron, etc. Car batteries (will pay for). Call 780-672-6917 or 780686-5211.

HELP WANTED M O T O R C Y C L E MECHANIC REQUIRED – Experience essential. Apply in person at Camrose Motorsports, 5607-48 Ave. NO phone calls please! CAMROSE & DISTRICT FA R M E R S ’ MARKET ASSOC. is seeking an individual to be responsible for the setting up and taking down of vendors’ tables and chairs at our weekly market. The market is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Duggan Mall. The requirements for this position are as follows: physically fit, punctual, friendly and responsible. If interested, please submit your resumé to Debbie@sch ielkefarm.ca by Dec. 27, 2014.

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Class 1, 2 or 4 Drivers for Taxi Less than 4 demerits Friendly personality Good driving habits, experience P/T, F/T, Days or Nights Police information check required ROSE CITY TAXI 780-672-1003

EMPLOYMENT WANTED 2ND BEST PAINTER IN TOWN – 30 years’ experience for all your painting needs. Call Rick the Painter, 780-672-0391.

SERVICES WE SELL RUBBER STAMPS, stamp pads, and stamp pad ink. Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 St., Camrose. JUNK TO THE DUMP – Free estimates. Garages, basements, light hauling. 780678-1847 (cell), Tom. J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649. R.J.’S CONSTRUCTION Renovations, bathrooms, additions and repairs Garages, concrete work Arborite and tiles 20 years’ experience in Camrose Call Rob, 780-672-0521 LaCRIA TRUCKING Potable Water Hauling Residential, Commercial, Oilfield Gerald and Marla Steinwand, owners PHONE 780-679-9134 McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD. Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780-672-5242, Camrose TOTAL FOOT CARE, 780-672-3993. Have a specially trained RN visit you.

DSS CONSTRUCTION Winter is here! Get your last minute projects done! Give me a call and

we can plan together! Devin Meakins Ph. 780-853-1080

OFFICE/CLINIC SPACE above fitness centre. Two offices, reception, storage, newly renovated. ±850 sq. ft. $1,000/mo. includes utilities and taxes. Call Steph, 780-679-4110.

HOUSEHOLD FOR RENT CAMROSE MOOSE HALL FOR RENT Ideal for weddings, banquets, any celebration or special occasion. Call 780-672-2505 VILLAGE BY THE PARK – Spacious one and two bedroom suites. Quiet adult living building. Close to all amenities with on-site management. For more information and availability please call Grand Park Village, 780678-3272 or check our website at www.firesidepropertygroup.com ASPEN TERRACE Modern, spacious, clean Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, in-suite washer/dryer Heat, hot water, parking included Pet friendly In quiet surroundings All amenities within walking distance One- and Two-bedroom suites available Call office 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday 780-672-8681 Visit us on Kijiji MAIN FLOOR OFFICE SPACE IN DOWNTOWN CAMROSE – Generous 192 sq. ft. (11’ x 17.5’) office space in newer building. Air conditioned. No windows. Ideal for massage therapist or anyone requiring a quiet, peaceful environment. $299.84 monthly. Call the fairest and most reasonable landlords in the business, Blain and Don, at 780-672-3142 days. MID-CITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 1017197 Alberta Ltd. For All Your Rental Needs We have: • Houses • Duplexes • 4-Plexes • Condos •Apartments • Storage and more! Call 780-672-0662 or more info and listings or visit our ads on Kijiji TAMARACK PLACE Senior friendly community, smoke and pet-free. Features a social room, elevator and on-site manager. We are now accepting applications for our two-bedroom suites. All suites contain five appliances, including in-suite washer and dryer. Office hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Ph. 780-678-2621

FOR LEASE PR IME HIGHWAY FRONTAGE – ± 1,900 sq. ft. Located in the Electro Tel building. Available now. Call Tim, 780-679-2870.

WASHER – Used only nine times, $450; Goodyear winter tires, P245 S0R 20 1025 (used on a Nitro), $250 each; China cabinet, newer model, new $2,500. Glass shelves, linen drawers, offers? Barbecue never been used, infrared burner, propane, charcoal (three-in-one), $2,800 obo; Curio, seven ft. tall, bevelled glass shelving, mirror back, $3,000 obo. Ph. 780373-2552, ask for Helen. OAK BUFFET, HUTCH, TABLE w/6 chairs, $1,000. Ph. 780-672-7646. HEAVY DUTY Kenmore washer and dryer, good working condition. Also 21” snowblower in A-1 condtion. Ph. 780672-4326.

LIVESTOCK / FEED BEEF UP YOUR CATTLE SALES – Advertise in The Camrose Booster. Phone 780672-3142. SMALL SQUARE STRAW BALES FOR SALE – Barley and wheat straw available. $3/bale. Ph. 780-679-3420.

REAL ESTATE STA RT E R / R E V E N U E HOME IN CAMROSE– 1,100 sq. ft., three-bedroom bungalow, 1 1/2 baths; basement suite w/two bedrooms, kitchen, living room, large 3/4 bath. All appliances included. 60’ x 120’ lot. $299,000. Financing available. Ph. 1-780-487-2786.

MISCELLANEOUS SEE THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 39 for more classified ads about cars, trucks, campers, RVs, automotive services and ATVs PIPE — 1 1/2”, 2 3/8”, 2 7/8”, 3 1/2”, sucker rod 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, plain or scraper type. Other pipe and metal available. 1-800-661-7858. QUALITY FIREWOOD – Birch ($400/cord), pine ($320/ cord), spruce ($280/cord), poplar ($210/cord), mixed wood ($175/cord). Seasoned and split. Delivery available. Can haul four cords at once. Ph. 780-361-8735. BEAUTIFUL, NEW, SWISS-MADE WITTNAUER LADY’S WATCH w/case. Worth $500, sell for $175 obo. Ph. 780-679-0908. FULL LINE of rifle reloading equipment – Ph. 780374-2479.

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Looking for an exciting long-term career in mobile devices?

BENYON GRADUATES

Christine Benyon, daughter of Barbara Benyon, graduated from the University of Calgary in April, 2014, with a Masters Degree in Geology. She is presently working for Imperial Oil in Calgary.

We have a sales / customer service position open. The successful candidate will be neat, organized, very dependable, able to work Saturdays and until 5:30 p.m. during the week. Must have excellent communication and customer service skills and the ability to learn and retain vast amounts of information on a dayto-day basis. Extensive training in mobile device technology will be provided. We offer an excellent benefit package and competitive wage plus commission. Position will start as soon as successful candidate is found. Please forward resumés with references: email: Trish@electro-tel.com fax: 780-679-0312 – attn: Trish or drop off at our location: 3720B-48 Avenue, Camrose We thank all who apply but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Now Hiring…

DETAILING EXPERT

We are looking for someone as “fussy as we are” about the vehicles we sell. If you have a keen eye for detail and aren’t afraid to prove it – we have an excellent opportunity in our detail area. You will need to be self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and hold a valid driver’s license. Experience may be an asset, but we will provide thorough training to the ideal candidate. Let’s talk! Contact David Drever at:

D&D Vehicle Sales & Service

3760-48 Ave., Camrose, AB T4V 3Z8 Phone 780-672-4400 Fax 780-672-8886

AMA collects presents for Silent Santa Murray Green, Camrose Booster AMA staff members helped load $7,000 worth of toys for the Camrose Kinette Club Silent Santa program and food for the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center with Santa on Dec. 12 during the Fill our Fleet campaign. Back row from left to right, Rochelle Rude, Tracy Talion, Cheryl Leonhardt, Renee Benoit and Santa. Front row from left, Angela Meyer, Linda Badry, Hanan Ellahib and Shane Shudra were part of the human chain loading the tow truck.

FREE ADVERTISING

If you have personal items (not related to a profession, trade or business) valued at $100 or less, we will give you a

FREE CLASSIFIED AD Your message will be delivered to almost 13,500 households! • • • •

Mail, fax, email or drop off your ad copy. One item per ad – 10 word limit. Include the price of the item in your ad. Offer excludes living things, except when offered for free. Example: Girl’s bicycle, like new, $70. 555-555-5555 WRITE YOUR AD HERE: _____________________

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Some issues arise when sending gifts to faraway friends and family. Distance necessitates shipping gifts or making travel arrangements. To make that process less complicated, consider these suggestions. Package gifts wisely. When shipping gifts, exercise caution to ensure the item arrives on time and in one piece. The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for the shipping industry, and packages may endure a few bumps along the way. For fragile items, use extra packing peanuts, newspaper or other protective wrapping material. Choose the right size package so the gift does not move around much inside of the box. If the gift is expensive, insure the package in the event it gets lost or damaged. Take advantage of free shipping offers. Many retailers offer discounts on shipping rates during the holiday season. Shop at retailers that offer such discounts, as shipping costs can be exorbitant depending on the sizes of the packages being sent. In addition, online retailers may allow you to ship the gift directly to its recipient, which can help you ensure the gift gets to its destination on time. Give gift cards and certificates. Gift cards are an easy item to ship, and can be sent within the regular mail for the cost of a stamp. Certain retailers may have digital gift cards or certificates that allow buyers to email a special code to the gift recipient, who can then redeem the code for a purchase credit. Don’t forget about inspections and customs procedures. Items shipped out of the country may be delayed by customs inspectors at their ultimate destination. Assume that certain packages may be opened or detained, and ship such packages early so the gifts still arrive on time. Packages that look unusual or like they’re hiding something may be prone to inspection more so than others. Be honest about declarations of value and what is contained in the package. Also, realize certain items, like fruits, vegetables, plants, or seeds, may be prohibited. Learn the international shipping rules for your gift’s destination prior to sending anything.

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Sending gifts to far-off friends

Mail to: Classified Ad Department, Camrose Booster Ltd. 4925-48 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1L7 Phone: 780-672-3142 Fax: 780-672-2518 Email: ads@camrosebooster.com

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Join the Walmar t Team! We are currently hiring for

Various full-time and part-time positions No experience required, we will provide the necessary training

Must apply online at: www.yourwalmartcareer.ca Walmart Supercentre 400, 6800-48 Avenue Camrose Phone 780-608-1211

GROW WITH CROP PRODUCTION SERVICES Crop Production Services is the largest agricultural retailer worldwide and has expanded its footprint across the Canadian prairies. With over 1,250 retail outlets across the globe, we provide inputs, service and expertise to help farmers grow the best crops possible. And you can be part of it. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re currently looking to fill positions across the Prairies with talented, passionate and hardworking people. You will be challenged. You will be rewarded. And you will be part of a company with unparalleled growth potential. Join our team today. CPS Canada is filling the following position:

Division Administrator â&#x20AC;&#x201C; North Central Alberta â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Camrose Main Responsibilities: â&#x20AC;˘ Provide administrative support to General Manager and Marketing Manager. â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible for training of Customer Service Reps within the assigned Division. â&#x20AC;˘ Assist the Management Team with budget administration and preparation. â&#x20AC;˘ Assist the Management Team with the administration of company policies and procedures, including Human Resource policies. â&#x20AC;˘ Coordinate / process administration of all new hire/re-hire paperwork. â&#x20AC;˘ Assist Management with the preparation of divisional business strategies, including those related to collective bargaining. â&#x20AC;˘ Process accounts payable. â&#x20AC;˘ Maintain AFE and property files. Generate various reports as needed. â&#x20AC;˘ Operate required office equipment and computers. Supervise office activities to achieve optimum utilization of equipment and employees. â&#x20AC;˘ Assist with processes and customer sales questions. â&#x20AC;˘ May oversee inventory controls. Provide assistance with customer account management, to include: â&#x20AC;˘ invoicing â&#x20AC;˘ troubleshooting â&#x20AC;˘ sales order â&#x20AC;˘ price books â&#x20AC;˘ pre-pays â&#x20AC;˘ inventory transfers â&#x20AC;˘ Performs administrative duties, to include: â&#x20AC;˘ office correspondence â&#x20AC;˘ customer relations â&#x20AC;˘ other duties as assigned â&#x20AC;˘ data entry â&#x20AC;˘ mail distribution â&#x20AC;˘ answering telephones â&#x20AC;˘ radio communications â&#x20AC;˘ payroll administration â&#x20AC;˘ file maintenance For more information on this opportunity, and to apply, please send resumĂŠs to Devon Hillyer

devon.hillyer@cpsagu.ca

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talk farming

Are you interested in pursuing an exci ng career with Petrofield Industries at our Tornado Hydrovac Trucksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; manufacturing produc on facility? We are centrally located in the family-friendly community of SteÂ?ler, Alberta. We currently have an openings for: â&#x2020;&#x2019; Service and Parts Manager â&#x2020;&#x2019; Quality Assurance Team Leader â&#x2020;&#x2019; Finisher Product Tes ng Assistant â&#x2020;&#x2019; Purchaser â&#x2020;&#x2019; Industrial Painters/Helpers â&#x2020;&#x2019; Welders Helper â&#x2020;&#x2019; General Labourers â&#x2020;&#x2019; Construc on Workers Our Company has an enthusias c, fast-paced working environment, with advancement opportuni es. Wage would be commensurate with experience/skills.

Graphic Designer/Project Coordinator Do you like working with a team? Do you have an interest in design? Do you enjoy dealing with people? Do you like to work while having fun at the same time? If you answered yes, Windwood Group may be the place for you. Windwood Group, a progressive and established signs and graphics company, requires motivated, energetic, and reliable graphics personnel. The successful candidate would be working in a fastpaced, deadline-oriented environment. The individual we are looking for is: â&#x20AC;˘ creative â&#x20AC;˘ attentive to detail, highly organized â&#x20AC;˘ willing to learn â&#x20AC;˘ comfortable dealing with customers â&#x20AC;˘ a personable team player with good communication skills, willing to work with others in a variety of roles and relationships â&#x20AC;˘ able to work well under pressure and in an environment which often requires the need to reprioritize tasks according to evolving and changing deadlines. Duties would include but not be limited to: â&#x20AC;˘ Meet and greet customers, and collect order information â&#x20AC;˘ Design graphics and prepare quotes for signs, print, promotional products and vehicles â&#x20AC;˘ Correspond with customers and suppliers via email, phone and fax â&#x20AC;˘ Quality Control final products â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent customer service Knowledge of vinyl plotters, digital printers and various substrates is an asset but not a requirement. Familiarity with Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Color Management and the Sign Industry is very beneficial, but experience is not a must as we are willing to train an individual with the right skills and attitude. If you think you are right for the job at Windwood Group, please submit a resumĂŠ. As part of your submission, please also include a short paragraph, written by you, about why you think we should hire you! In the subject line indicate â&#x20AC;&#x153;Graphic Designer/Coordinatorâ&#x20AC;?. Dropped off, emailed or faxed responses welcomed. Windwood Signs & Graphics Inc. 5031- 46 Street Camrose, Alberta, Canada T4V 3G3 Email signmakers@windwoodgroup.net Phone 780-672-4600 â&#x20AC;˘ Toll Free 888-672-4600 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax 780-672-4601

ELECTRICIANS

Commmunity Electric Ltd. (CEL) is currently accepting applications for Journeyman and Apprentice Electricians for work in Camrose and area. All resumĂŠs will be considered. Please fax resumĂŠ to 780-672-2360 or email to conniek@celelectric.com

For more informa on about these posi ons and our company, check out our website www.tornadotrucks.com ResumĂŠs can be emailed to hr@petrofield.com or faxed to 403-742-5544

BIRTHS To Amber and

Ryan Erickson, of Daysland, on December 2, a daughter. To Janiel and Charlie Jones, of Camrose, on December 6, a daughter.

DEATHS Constance

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Connieâ&#x20AC;? Elizabeth Grahn, of Camrose, on December 6, at 76 years of age. Nettie Gaffney, of Camrose, on December 8, at 86 years of age. Orlean Violet Mickla, of Daysland, on December 8, at 81 years of age. Marion Joyce Yurkoski, of Camrose, on December 10, at 74 years of age. Michael â&#x20AC;&#x153;Edâ&#x20AC;? Dolaney, of Daysland, on December 10, at 73 years of age. Bettyann Sitler, of Camrose, on December 12, at 69 years of age.

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I Choose Opportunity Whatever job you’re looking for you can probably find it at Cargill. Our diverse partnerships across a variety of industries mean countless career opportunities for you. It’s your choice. It’s your future and you can make it happen at Cargill. Our plant in Camrose has an opening for a

Plant Operator For this position, safety is the highest priority. As a highly efficient member of the production team, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape our brand image. As a Plant Operator, your responsibilities will include manufacturing, general maintenance and housekeeping. Requirements:

•POSITIVE ATTITUDE ESSENTIAL

• Must have a proven track record of reliability, honesty and integrity. • High School diploma or equivalent. • Good math skills and computer knowledge. • Demonstrated ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment. • A background in Food Safety / HACCP is encouraged but not required. • Shift work required. For this role, experience in an ag environment would be a definite asset. Attention to detail and a high level of thoroughness and accuracy are essential. A demonstrated passion for what you do is more important than prior experience. Resumés can be submitted in person to Cargill Animal Nutrition at the Junction of Highways 21 and 13 or email eric_burton@cargill.com

Farm Equipment Mechanic Battle River Implements Ltd. in Camrose, Alberta is looking for a farm equipment mechanic for full-time permanent employment to: • Diagnose equipment for faults • Repair or change defecting parts • Perform routine maintenance • Service harvesting and seeding attachments • Must have specialized education or over 3 years of experience as a farm equipment mechanic For more information on this position, visit our website: www.briltd.com Please submit your resumé to Annette Lohner at alohner@briltd.com

The Smith Clinic has two employment opportunities for full-time positions covering for maternity leaves. Medical Office Assistant for the clinic practice of Orthopedic Surgeon/ Specialist. The successful candidate will have: • At least 2-5 years’ experience working within the health care system • Experience working in physician office is an asset • Ability to manage and prioritize complex patient lists • Ability to move quickly and stand for long hours on clinic days • Ability to handle a heavy workload with minimal supervision • Comfortable learning new technology • Compassionate , helpful, with excellent interpersonal skills • Able to work Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Licensed Practical Nurse for the clinic practice of General Surgeon. The successful candidate will have: • Current registration with CLPNA • At least 2-5 years’ experience working within the health care system • Experience working in physician office is an asset • Ability to manage and prioritize complex patient lists • Ability to move quickly and stand for long hours on clinic days • Ability to handle a heavy workload with minimal supervision • Able to perform tasks within the scope of license including dressing changes and other medical duties • Compassionate , helpful, with excellent interpersonal skills • Able to work Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. We are looking for highly motivated individuals, who enjoy responsibility and have a commitment to accuracy and providing compassionate, professional service to the patients we care for. The Smith Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be asked to provide a Criminal Records Check. Compensation will be based on skills, years of experience, and education. The Smith Clinic is grateful for all applications and carefully reviews all submissions. Only those most suitable will be contacted for interviews. Deadline: December 17, 2014 Please submit your resumé in confidence to: Heidi Marcin, Clinic Manager, Smith Clinic #1-6601-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3G8

If you share our passion for success and high performance, then Viterra is the place for you.

Administrative Assistant Camrose, AB

We are looking for a self-starter to join our team. As an Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of administrative and support services. Duties will include but are not limited to: acting as a first point of contact for incoming calls and visitors; responding to routine inquiries; and preparing and editing various documents and reports. Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma (or equivalent) and an administrative/business office certificate, in addition to a minimum of three (3) years of related experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered. Tracking number 3435. Viterra offers a competitive salary and benefits plan. For more information and to apply, please visit Viterra.com. The closing date for applications is January 5, 2015. Viterra is Canada’s grain industry leader, supported by the expertise of its people, a superior network of assets, and unrivalled connections to world markets. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, our commitment to agriculture goes back over 100 years, partnering with farmers to market and move their crops to areas of need around the world. Guided by our values of integrity, trust and respect, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we serve. We encourage aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team.

Visit Viterra.com

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Family â&#x20AC;˘ Achievement â&#x20AC;˘ Integrity â&#x20AC;˘ Respect

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice when you discover the job is as good as the coffee

Quality Training â&#x20AC;˘ Incentive Programs Benefits or Bonus Program Hiring the following positions for 1256146 Alberta Ltd., o/a Tim Hortons 3601-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 1L8

â&#x20AC;˘ 16 Food Counter Attendants, no experience

or education required, $12.50 per hour plus benefits for FT starting ASAP. Apply by mail, phone 780-672-5087 (Diane/Dave) or fax 780-672-8808. Hiring the following positions for 796005 Alberta Ltd., o/a Tim Hortons 6602-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 4R1

â&#x20AC;˘ 16 Food Counter Attendants, no experience

or education required, $12.50 per hour plus benefits for FT starting ASAP. Apply by mail, phone 780-608-7626 (Roxy/Ken) or fax 780-672-9455.

Now hiring for permanent full-time/part-time Positions work rotating shifts of days, nights, graveyards and some weekends. HIRING AT BOTH LOCATIONS IN CAMROSE Honesty, caring and a workplace that feels like home

An employer you can count on BATTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION #31 is accepting applications for a full-time

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Those who have successfully completed the training will be given flexible day time hours on weekdays. Participants may The City of Wetaskiwin offers a competitive compensation package, including LAPP be asked to help the team out and cover an evening or pension and group health and dental benefits. Please forward your resume with three employment related references to: ZHHNHQG VKLIW LI QHHGHG &RQWDFW 1DWKDQLD DW or njoyce@wetaskiwin.ca for more information. Kazi Khan. Assistant Manager of Finance City of Wetaskiwin How to Apply: PO Box 6210 Wetaskiwin, AB 3OHDVH IRUZDUG \RXU UHVXPH E\ 6HSWHPEHU WR T9A 2E9 Fax: 780-352-0930 Email: kazi.khan@wetaskiwin.ca Nathania Joyce

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We would like to thank all applicants in advance, however, only those receiving an interview will be notified.

Vist www.wetaskiwin.ca for more information

MAINTENANCE WORKER

based out of Camrose, AB Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Operations and Maintenance, the incumbent will carry out the day-to-day performance of operations and maintenance programs to ensure uninterrupted school operations. This position is responsible to conduct preventative maintenance, repairs, installations and general servicing of building mechanical systems. Duties will include assisting with heating plants and plumbing installations in Division owned buildings. Qualifications and Experience: â&#x20AC;˘ Successful completion of Grade 12 and must hold a Building Operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s A or 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate; â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work both independently and in a team environment; â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to make effective decisions in emergency situations; â&#x20AC;˘ Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to keep accurate records; â&#x20AC;˘ Willing and able to work after hours and to be available for standby rotation to respond to emergencies; â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Class 5 Operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence (Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence); â&#x20AC;˘ Criminal Records Check and Child Intervention Check. For inquiries contact Christen Turner at: 780-672-6131 ext. 5258 or cturner@brsd.ab.ca Submit applications by Friday, December 19, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. We thank all who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Only online applications will be accepted. Apply at: https://hranywhere.brsd.ab.ca/HRSApplicant HR Anywhere Competition #2015039

Want to Join a Growing Team? Our Camrose, Alberta Manufacturing Facility is looking for energetic, dependable and physically fit

General Labourers

to support our growing business. Bayou Perma Pipe Canada, Ltd. is a dynamic, global supplier of factory pre-insulated piping systems to the oil and gas, district heating and cooling, and industrial markets. We offer competitive wages, benefits and shift premiums. Applicants are required to complete and pass preemployment drug and alcohol screening. If you are interested in joining BPPC please submit your resumĂŠ to: Email: careers@bayoupermapipe.com or Fax: 877-208-9942 or Online: www.bayoupermapipe.com/Careers.aspx We thank you for your interest in joining the BPPC team; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Looking for part-time

Full-time Janitors Starting wage is $15.00 and it is dayshift only. Work week is Monday to Friday Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Accepting resumĂŠs immediately. Valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license would be an asset. Must be over 18 years of age, have a good work ethic, be reliable and physically fit. Please send resumĂŠ to Bill Pearcey, Magic Maintenance Supervisor Battle River Generating Station Phone: 780-582-8153 Email: bill.pearcey@atcopower.com ATCO Power, Battle River Generating Station Forestburg, Alberta

Bookkeeper / Office Worker â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

Experience with Quickbooks preferred Written correspondence and follow-up Answer phone Process orders Able to multi-task and assist staff as required Must be able to work independently, meet deadlines and work efďŹ ciently Please submit resumĂŠ in person or by mail to:

Tiras Dairies Inc. 3712-42 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 4W3 Or fax to 780-608-2492

Residents support World Vision

By Dan Jensen Camrose residents took a broad world view when they were doing their Christmas shopping in 2013. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had 62 people purchase $12,193 worth of essential items from our gift catalogue ranging from livestock to clean water to medical supplies for children and families in developing countries,â&#x20AC;? said World Vision Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kristian Foster. The World Vision gift catalogue allows Canadians to donate meaningful items to provide long-lasting change to children and families. Two hens and a rooster (the most popular gift), for example, can produce up to 150 eggs a year, which can be eaten, sold or hatched to provide a continual supply of nutritious food and essential income. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;It is amazing how the gift of two hens and a rooster just keeps on giving: eggs, chickens, nutritious food and even income,â&#x20AC;? said World Vision Gifts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The World Vision gift catalogue has great presents for the big-hearted person on your list â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the impact will last well after the holiday season is over.â&#x20AC;? A goat, which can be purchased for $100, can provide families with protein and income to help them survive and thrive. One dairy goat can give up to 250 litres of milk a year. Two can be bred to produce two to three kids a year, and eventually multiply into a whole herd. These hardy animals eat grass and leaves, and do well in harsh climates. Over 174,000 children and families in more than 50 countries benefited from the gifts received from this catalogue in 2013, making it an incredible story about Canadian generosity. World Vision Canada has an abundance of stories about the impact of the gifts. Most are very practical in nature and illustrate the tangible difference the gifts have made in othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives. For instance, a mother from Nepal, when thinking about how a goat that was gifted from a World Vision catalogue impacted her, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our lives have changed and we now have a future for our children.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love the impact Canadians are making around the world through the gift catalogue, and how much fun they have giving and receiving these presents,â&#x20AC;? said Caroline Riseboro, World Vision gift catalogue spokesperson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Simply by giving the big-hearted people on your list what they want for Christmas, lives will be changed.â&#x20AC;?

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FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER LEE BAERG and SHIRLEY BAERG hereby offer the following parcels of land located approximately 4 miles north of Meeting Creek, Alberta for sale by tender, subject only to the existing reservations on title: Firstly: E1/2 of the SW 28-43-19-W4 containing 32.4 hectares (80 acres) more or less, excepting thereout all mines and minerals Secondly: SE 28-43-19-W4 containing 64.7 hectares (160 acres) more or less, excepting thereout: 4.49 hectares (11.1 acres) more or less A) Plan 9623228 excepting thereout all mines and minerals Thirdly: Descriptive Plan 9623228 Lot 1 containing 4.49 hectares (11.1 acres) more or less, excepting thereout all mines and minerals (contains complete yard site including residence, poultry barn, pole shed and other outbuildings) Fourthly: Northerly 40.5 hectares (100 acres) more or less throughout of the SW 27-43-19-W4, excepting thereout all mines and minerals Fifthly: SW 27-43-19-W4 containing 64.7 hectares (160 acres) more or less, excepting thereout: the northerly 40.5 hectares (100 acres) more or less excepting thereout all mines and minerals Sixthly: The S1/2 of the W1/2 of SE 27-43-19-W4 containing 16.2 hectares (40 acres) more or less, excepting thereout all mines and minerals Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Baerg Tender” to Farnham West Stolee LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 5016-52 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1V7, on or before 12:00 noon, December 29, 2014, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a cheque payable to Farnham West Stolee LLP in trust for 10 percent of the tender price. The vendor would prefer to sell parcels 2 (SE 28-43-19W4) and 3 Descriptive Plan 9623228, Lot 1) together. No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail. The successful tenderer shall be obligated to complete the purchase on or before March 16, 2015. The 10 percent deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. For further information, or to view the property, please contact Lee Baerg at 780-877-2375.

INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND The following farmland, located near Camrose, AB, is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to restrictions, reservations and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificate of Title: SW 17-48-19-W4, containing 57.84 hectares (143 acres) more or less The residential acreage (16.95 acres) is NOT being offered for sale by tender. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “CAMPBELL TENDER”, to Andreassen Borth, with the tenderer’s GST number and accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft made payable to “Andreassen Borth” for $5,000.00 and must be delivered before 12:00 noon on December 31, 2014, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers and Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1, attention: Margaret Weir Andreassen. Possession will be provided on closing. The taxes will be adjusted on closing date. Tenders will not be opened in public. The tenderee will not be providing a Real Property Report. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before February 9, 2015. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders. Deposits received from unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail. For further information, please call Colleen Campbell at 780-672-6105.

Merry Christmas Drawing by Sadie Badry

Council and staff of Camrose County, the Agricultural Service Board, Seed Cleaning Plant and West Dried Meat Lake Regional Landfill wish you and your family the best for a happy and safe holiday season

Camrose County operations will be closed on the following dates during the holiday season: Wednesday, December 24, 2014 . . . . Closed at 12:00 noon Thursday, December 25, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Friday, December 26, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Wednesday, December 31, 2014 . . . . Closed at 12:00 noon Thursday, January 1, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Friday, January 2, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Regular office hours will resume Monday, January 5, 2015

CAMROSE COUNTY 3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 Phone 780-672-4446 Fax 780-672-1008 Public Works. . . . . . . 780-672-4449

Website www.county.camrose.ab.ca Email county@county.camrose.ab.ca

Camrose County EQUIPMENT FOR SALE BY TENDER Camrose County currently has four (4) vehicles for sale. The vehicles and bid forms are located at the Camrose County Office (3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB). Closing date for all bids will be January 9, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. All units for which the bids are accepted must be paid for and picked up by January 23, 2015. The highest, or any bid will not necessarily be accepted. All units are sold AS IS, WHERE IS. Any further inquiries or questions can be forwarded to Harvey Megley, Shop Foreman at 780-672-4449. Viewings are available between January 5 and January 9, 2015 during normal office hours. 1. 2002 Ford F-150 4x4 Extended Cab, 230,203 km, S/N 2FTRX18W12CA82141 2. 2000 Chevrolet 3500 4x2 Crew Cab, 160,284 km, S/N 1GCGC33R2YF470234 3. 2000 Chevrolet 3500 4x2 Crew Cab, 173,602 km, S/N 1GCGC33R2YF471125 4. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 4x4, 265,909 km, S/N 1GNEK13ZX4J272708

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of ANITA KATHLEEN FETH, late of Camrose, Alberta who died on November 18, 2014. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by January 15, 2015, and provide details of your claim with JON STOLEE of Farnham West Stolee LLP, Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

ESTATE OF FRED MARTENA Anyone having any knowledge of the whereabouts of a Last Will and Testament of Mr. Fred Martena, Farmer, who passed away on the 23rd day of November, 2014 at Ponoka, Alberta, please contact the solicitor for the estate: RICK H. HEMMINGSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 5025-51 STREET, LACOMBE, ALBERTA T4L 2A3 PHONE: 403-782-3391 FAX: 403-782-3961

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LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFT? The Camrose Golf Course Pro Shop will be open December 15 to 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. 2015 passes will be available to purchase.

2014-2015 HOLIDAY SCHEDULES

NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMITS ISSUED Take notice that the following Development Permits for the proposed uses listed below have been approved by the City of Camrose Development Authority, under the provision of Bylaw #2567/07, the Land Use Byaw of the City of Camrose. The development permits have been approved SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF APPEAL TO THE SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD. Any person wishing to appeal an approval may do so by serving a written notice of appeal and the REQUIRED FEE to the Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose (telephone 780-672-4426) within 14 days after the date of this notice. Further information regarding these Development Permits may be obtained from the City of Camrose Development Services, Lower Floor, Mirror Lake Centre, during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday (telephone 780-672-3044). Permit #

Land Description Plan Block Lot

Civic Address

Development

DP3944 DP3941

15 16

1 53

0740056 6633KS

4220-41 Street 5206-53 Avenue

DP3945

1424407

5207-36 Avenue

DP3946

1424407

5422-51 Street

DP3948

1424407

3424-51 Street

DP3949 DP3950

1 56

15 17

0827427 0827430

7208-38 Avenue 7513-37A Avenue

Temporary Pipe Yard Time Extension Single Family Dwelling with attached garage Single Family Dwelling with attached garage Single Family Dwelling with attached garage Single Family Dwelling with attached garage Variance of front and rear yard setbacks Variance of front yard setback

SP2014058 SP2014059 SP2014060 SP2014061 SP2014062 SP2014063 SP2014064 SP2014085 SP2014067 SP2014070

9 52 96 23 8 25 9 5 2 28

40 17 15 3 4 3 4 1 2 23

RN28C 3579TR 2667RS 6206MC 2112S 6206MC 2112S 0822331 020623 5190HW

4819-47 Street 130 Mt. Pleasant Dr. 119 Mt. Pleasant Dr. 33 Grand Dr. 4716-54 Street 27-29 Grand Dr. 4714-54 Street 6805-48 Avenue 6800-48 Avenue 5304-48A Avenue

Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit Sign Permit

Office hours for City Hall “Mirror Lake Centre”, Community Services Office, Public Works and Fire Hall

Centra Cam Recycling Depot

Dec. 24, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Dec. 25 and 26, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Dec. 29-30, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours Dec. 31, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Jan. 1, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Jan. 2, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours For more information, contact City Hall at 780-672-4426 Public Works After Hours Emergency contact 780-672-4444

Dec. 24, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Dec. 25 and 26, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Dec. 27, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours Dec. 31, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Jan. 1, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Jan. 2, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours For more information, contact Centra Cam Recycle Depot at 780-679-4196

Camrose Regional Sanitary Landfill

Residential Waste/Organics Collection

Dec. 24, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Dec. 24, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Collection as Normal Dec. 25 and 26, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Dec. 25, 2014. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NO COLLECTION Dec. 29-30, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours Dec. 26-31, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Collection as Normal Dec. 31, 2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Jan. 1, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NO COLLECTION Jan. 1, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Jan. 2, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Collection as Normal Jan. 2, 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours December 25 Collection will be collected on December 26 January 1 Collection will be collected on January 2 For more information, contact MCL Waste Systems & Environmental at 780-352-2625 The City’s 2-Bag Limit remains in effect for 2015 For more information, contact BFI Canada Inc. at 780-679-0409

Camrose County Land Tender

West 1/2 of 20-45-18-W4 This 320 acre parcel has 315 acres cultivated and is located in the Kelsey area southeast of Camrose. This land is wide open and has been farmed to a very high standard. This property is offered for sale by tender. We request you deliver your sealed unconditional offer with a deposit cheque for 5% of the tender amount no later than 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 20, 2015 to George Singer at Linview Realty. The offers will be opened in the presence of Linview representatives and the seller. It is understood by all parties that acceptance/rejection of any offer will be solely at the discretion of the seller. Contact George Singer for more information and to view the land, 780-608-6555.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose Swans and Rose Lions Club members Mary Cunningham, left, Brenda Scammell and Larry Sharuga, right, presented Camrose Neighbor Aid Centre program director JoAnne Tweed with $2,000 to assist the food bank this holiday season.

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Super Service! Camrose Association for Community Living

2014 SERVICE AWARDS We would like to THANK the following for their dedicated service to CAFCL

15-Years Award Carol Maki Julie Huseby

5-Years Award Diana Barnes Merrie Hyatt Karen Norrie Olena Nykyforuk Francisco Yamit 10-Years Award Stacey Olstad

Wishing you Happy Holidays and a New Year filled with prosperity and success!

30-Years Award Esther McDonald

Camrose Association for Community Living, founded over 50 years ago, endeavors to assist people to live and participate in the community. They provide the community with essential programming such as Community Education, TIPS (Teaching and Independent Parent Support), Adult Outreach and Residential Programs, the MORE program and our Kandu Summer Camp. All of the programs and services work toward our vision of a community that embraces all people. With a staff of over 110, CAFCL serves people across East Central Alberta. For more information, contact the office at 780-672-0257 or visit their website at www.cafcl.org.

Camrose Association For Community Living

WHERE MEMBERS MATTER MOST www.visioncu.ca

Central Agencies Home of the Week

Luxurious walk-out villas Graham Wideman

Police arrest woman for outstanding warrant December 11

Police conducted a vehicle stop and arrested a 20-year-old woman inside of the vehicle for outstanding warrants. During a search of the woman police located a small amount of methamphetamine. The woman was later released to appear in Camrose Provincial Court. Police conducted a vehicle stop and arrested a 33-yearold woman for breaching three of her release conditions and a 36-year-old woman for possession of a small quantity of methamphetamine. Both women were transported to the Police Service to deal with release. December 10

A 20-year-old man contacted police advising a woman was in his residence and he wanted her removed. Police attended and spoke with a 20-year-old woman who agreed to leave the residence. Police received a call from a residence, north of Camrose, where the landowner observed a man burning copper wire on his land. Police attended the scene and located a Chevrolet truck in the area of the complaint. Police attempted to stop the vehicle, which resulted in the truck driving away at a high rate of speed. A 31-year-old man made a complaint to police that he was at a west end business when a man assaulted him while he was in the park-

ing lot. Police investigation determined that both parties have had previous similar occurrences. Police continue to investigate the allegation. December 9

Police were contacted by a downtown business indicating they were having issues and problems with a guest in their hotel. Police attended and mediated the disagreement. A downtown business advised a man entered the store and was attempting to sell a laptop out of his backpack. The man was acting suspicious towards the employee and when asked to leave he left the business. Police conducted patrols and could not locate the suspicious man. December 8

On November 21 police received a complaint of a credit card and other items being stolen from a parked motor vehicle in downtown Camrose. The investigation uncovered video surveillance which showed a female using the credit card at a downtown convenience store. The female was later identified and on December 7 she was located and arrested. While searching the female following the arrest police located items belonging to the victim. The female was charged with theft under $5,000, two counts of possession of stolen property and one count of misuse of a credit card.

By Murray Green

Enjoy a new trend setting lifestyle in the Villas of Blackstone Estates where passion and creativity reside in Southwest Meadows. You have a choice of the Berkshire or Biltmore showhomes that offer French country and provincial designs. Quality craftsmanship oozes throughout the bungalows. Step into the grand foyer and admire the impressive 10-foot ceilings, hardwood and tile flooring, elegant great room, gourmet cabinets and granite counters in the fantastic kitchen, eight-foot interior doors, rejuvenating ensuites with a soothing soaker tub and beautiful tile and glass showers, and beautiful coffered ceiling and crown moldings. Kitchens feature stunning centre islands, large

corner pantries, plenty of storage space, modern appliances and lots of extras. Feel right at home with the stylish fireplaces, interior stone work and open design concepts. The kitchen joins with the dining area and living room. The master bedrooms are spacious, have huge walk-in closets and five-piece ensuites that you will easily get lost in with enjoyment. A grand staircase leads to amazing basements with space for theatre rooms, additional bedrooms and office areas. Be sure to check the view to the backyard. Some space is left for you to complete to suit your needs, such as a games room, sewing room or handyman shop. The possibilities are endless. The Villas have triple pane windows, in-floor heating, hardy plank siding, nicely finished front heated double garages, limited edition Canyon Ridge garage doors and basement walk-outs to the back yards, which have access to the walking paths and a beautiful greenspace. Included with the purchase are the fridge, freez-

er, counter top stove, dishwasher, microwave, built-in central vacuum with attachments, air conditioning and two garage door openers with controls. Be sure to view these Blackstone Villas at 7102 and 7104-38 Avenue locations to fully appreciate all of the details that are simply too numerous to mention. An open house for both homes will be held on Thursday, Dec. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. Villas are attractively priced starting at $635,000 or ask about the new exciting model for about $490,000. For a personal tour contact Graham Wideman at: Central Agencies Inc. 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-679-8384 cell

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CENTRAL AGENCIES INC. REAL ESTATE – INSURANCE

Visit our website: centralagencies.com

4870-51 Street, Camrose • Phone 780-672-4495 • 1-800-809-8040 After Hours: Graham Wideman, 780-679-8384; Matt Banack, 780-608-9733; Matthew Mayer, 780-781-7088; Tylor Keller, 780-281-0016; Lyndsey Delwo, 780-678-6117; Darrell Rosland, 780-679-2170. After Hr. Pager: 780-608-1078.

Open House BLACKSTONE VILLAS Thur., Dec. 18, 2-4 p.m. 7102 and 7104-38 Ave.

“Amazing Walk-Outs!” “Home of the Week – see page 55”

Starting from $456,000

780-672-4495

CAMROSE HOMES UNDER $300,000

STUNNING NEW HOMES BY Creekview

Stop in for info on all the new Zetsen homes! CALL TODAY FOR YOUR PERSONAL VIEWING! All homes come complete with New Home Warranty and a one-year contractor’s warranty.

SOLD

CREEKVIEW HOME ... New build in family friendly area. Triple car garage, bonus room, MF laundry plus more! 4-pce. en suite plus his/ hers walk-in closets in master. CA0044216 Asking $474,900

CAMROSE HOMES OVER $300,000

COZY HOME CLOSE TO 2 SCHOOLS, DOWNTOWN CORE ... Mature area w/quiet surroundings. 1.5-storey w/3 bdrm., 2 baths, spacious eat-in kitchen, den and living space. One bdrm., 4-pce. bath down. 2 bdrm. up. Hi-E furnace, a/c, updated bsmt. windows. Single garage, generous 52’x130 R2A lot. Subject to probate. Asking $153,500 CA0048474

PR ICE R ED

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PERFECT FOR FIRST TIME BUYER OR INVESTORS!... New furnace, H20 tank, flooring and windows. 3 bed, 1 bath home on large lot close to downtown conveniences. CA0023243 Asking $154,900

ACREAGES 16.73 ACRES WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF CAMROSE ... Over 1500 sq. ft. featuring hardwood/tile floors, granite/quartz counters, quality construction + more. Stunning kitchen w/white cabinetry, gas stove, centre island, computer desk, plenty of storage, prep space. Cozy living space w/gas FP. Gorgeous master w/5-pce. en suite, dual vanities, jet tub, enclosed shower. Dev. bsmt., infloor heat, media room, 2 bdrm., 4-pce. bath, laundry room, office/5th bdrm. Beautiful outdoor living w/low maint. decking, BI gas BBQ, covered veranda, above ground pool w/attachments, landscaped fenced back yard. Triple 32’x37’ attached garage, 40’x60’ shop, both with infloor heat! What a lifestyle! CA0031799 Asking $829,500

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BEAUTIFUL QUALITY BUILT HOME, IT’S PERFECT ... Bright open plan, beautiful open staircase, 18’ and 9’ ceilings, arches, display ledges. Exc. kitchen, dinette, 2 cozy FP, huge master, superb en suite, MF laundry, awesome bsmt. Superb yard, dandy 24’x26’ htd. garage, cul-de-sac location. It’s all done, you’ll love it! Asking $475,000 CA0046625

QUALITY CUSTOM BUILT HOME BY Battle River Homes ... 2155 sq. ft. low maint. ext., Trex decking, vinyl fence, spacious int. w/9’ ceilings, hardwood/tile floors, gas FP, maple/ iron railings, triple pane windows, beautiful kitchen w/maple cabinetry, raised eating bar, walkthrough panty, 3 huge bdrm. up + spacious 4-pce. bath, laundry room. Massive master w/it’s own nook, great for den or office, his/hers closets, 5-pce. en suite w/tile shower, jet tub. All this plus A/C, infloor heat in bsmt. Garage. Immed. possess. – see it today! Asking $419,000 CA0048112

R EDUCED ! TERRIFIC 1,404 SQ. FT. HOME, IN CREEKVIEW ... 3 BR, raised eating bar, corner pantry, nice master c/w large walk-in closet and 5 pc. en suite! Asking $389,900 CA0046342

WOW! AMAZING MADISON PARK CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW IN VALLEYVIEW! Premier cul-de-sac location – impressive plan w/beautiful solid maple staircase, 10’ and coffered ceilings, bright triple pane windows. Amazing gourmet kitchen, granite, huge island/breakfast bar. Elegant DR, bright dinette, lovely LR w/cozy FP. Superb master, en suite, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., huge family/games area, custom bar. Huge yard, RV parking, 25’x50/24’ htd. garage. A must see! Asking $699,000 CA0048693

Gorgeous home located in desirable subdivision of Creekside! Perfect for a large family with lots of space to grow! Twostorey home with a triple car garage. Impressive open concept floor plan with a large kitchen and patio sliding doors. Deck overlooks the landscaped corner lot backyard. Stunning large master w/WI closet and 4-pce ensuite w/soaker tub. Upscale railing, WI corner pantry w/glass door, a/c and more. This home is move-in-ready! Asking $385,900 CA0047801

EXCELLENT BUNGALOW, CENTURY MEADOWS! ... Custom built 1306 sq. ft. 2+2 BR bungalow w/private treed yard! Features country style kitchen, bright dinette w/garden door to private deck. Lovely LR, cozy Napoleon FP. Spacious master w/en suite. Superb MF laundry. Exc. bsmt. dev. w/large family/games room. Private treed setting. Superb 26’x24’ htd. garage, RV parking, alley access! A/C! Call now! Asking $359,500 CA0033713

NEW LISTIN

GREAT 1528 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW IN DUGGAN PARK! ... Spacious front entrance, stunning kitchen w/maple cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, tile backsplash + SS appl. Huge master w/2-pce. en suite, lge. family room, hardwoof floors and pellet stove. Many reno’s done in prior years. Asking $309,900 CA0042283

COMPLETELY UPGRADED W/IMMEDIATE POSSESSION! ... Ideal cul-de-sac location. New hardwood/tile floors, all new vinyl windows, hardiplank/rockwork, brand new kitchen, 2 upgraded 4-pce. baths. New int./ext. doors, classic trims, wainscoting. 4-bdrm., 3 baths, 3 living spaces. Fenced yard w/new concrete patio, firepit area, new driveway w/extra parking. Htd. 22’x22’ garage and so much more! You’ll love it! Asking $368,500 CA0050162

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• 1400 sq. ft. • 2 bedrooms • Cul-de-sac • 26’x28’ garage Asking $506,162 CA0047091

IN CITY OF CAMROSE

IMPRESSIVE FLOOR PLAN! ... Bright kitchen, center island, corner pantry, vaulted ceilings, 3 bdrms, double car garage! CA0046338 Asking $414,900

ONE OF A KIND BACKING ONTO THE CAMROSE FOUNTAIN! ... 110’x120’ lot with walkout basement, mature trees and private back yard. 1370 sq. ft. above grade, single attached garage, spacious LR, covered deck. So much potential! Here’s your chance to own one of Camrose’s premier locations! CA0044038 Asking $379,000

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BEAUTIFUL ACREAGE SETTING – EXCELLENT FUTURE DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY! ... Wow! 2.15 acres located in the City of Camrose by Creekview Subdivision, Stoney Creek Park and walking trails. This property offers an exceptional building site with a very private treed setting for future development. Lots of potential here! Asking $425,000 CA0014990

WOW! BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW, SUPERB COUNTRY SETTING! ... Exceptional property w/80.6 acres only 2 miles from pavement. Custom built 1452 sq. ft. rancher built in 2013. Bright open plan, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, cedar ceilings/walls. Awesome country kitchen, lovely LR, spacious master, en suite, MF laundry, exc. bsmt. dev. w/huge family room. Attached 28’x33’ htd. garage, 12’’x1x16’ man cave/office, superb 15.5’x24’ greenhouse and more! Fenced w/71 acres in hay land. Lots of room to grow! A peaceful, relaxing lifestyle! Ask $779,900 CA0046813

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EXCELLENT FAMILY BI-LEVEL – CENTURY MEADOWS! ... You’ll love the private setting and this 1,320 sq. ft. family home. Bright open plan with 9’ ceilings, attractive LR, excellent kitchen, large island, WI pantry, dinette with patio doors to huge tiered deck. Spacious family/games room and laundry. Awesome private yard, double garage, RV parking and more! Asking $368,900 CA0047783

POSSESS IMMEDIATE

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QUALITY BUILT 1672 SQ. FT. HOME IN VALLEYVIEW ... across from a playground, close to walking paths, Jack Stuart School. Upgraded window pkg., 9’ ceilings on MF, hardwood floors, a/c. Gorgeous kitchen w/raised eating bar, corner panty, SS appl., tons of counter space. 3 bdrm. up + 4-pce. bath, 4-pce. en suite w/jet tub. Fin. bsmt. w/cork flooring, 2 living spaces, gas FP, wet bar, bdrm., 3-pce. bath. Double detached garage + parking pad for RV. Vinyl fencing + front cov. veranda, rear cov. deck, great family home. You’ll love it! Asking $388,500 CA0047928

Beautiful Bungalows and Two Storeys by Battle River Homes Valleyview

EXCEPTIONAL CONDO ACROSS FROM JUBILEE PARK! ... Bright windows, east facing balcony, lovely kitchen, WI pantry, gas FP, a/c unit, MF laundry, master bdrm. w/3-pce. bath, WI closet plus much more! Call today! Asking $289,900 CA0048491

150.75 ACRES – EXC. BLDG. SITE! ... Exc. opportunity, location w/property bordering east side of Poe community, only 0.25 mi. from Hwy 14. Power, 40’x60’ machine shop, Edmonton water avail. 55 arable acres, balance in native pasture, 3 dugouts, fenced. Build your getaway and enjoy the country lifestyle. Asking $279,900 CA0044241 HALF SECTION! ... 318.97 acres only one mile south of Coal Creek Golf Resort and Black Nugget Lake Campground. 0.5 mile off oiled road. 290 arable acres. Good potential bldg. site. Services readily available. Surface lease $1950/yr. Three metal bins. Wanting to expand or build your own home, take a look! Asking $975,000 CA0047001

80 ACR ES !

FANTASTIC TURN KEY REVENUE PROPERTY! ... Full duplex includes two 1050 sq. ft. units equally equipped w/3 bdrm., one bath on upper, eat-in kitchen, comfy LR on lower floor. Great central location. Excellents tenants in place! Asking $342,000 CA0050002 EXCITING NEW MULTI-LEVEL FLOOR PLAN FROM ZETSEN MASTER BUILDERS ... Lovely kitchen, vaulted ceilings, gas FP, master bedroom plus 5-pc. en suite on MF, spare bedrooms above garage. Call today! CA0046337 Asking $394,900

IMPRESSIVE 3-SUITE CHARACTER HOME ... close to Augustana, downtown core. Over 1000 sq. ft. on each level featuring total of 6 bdrm., 3 baths, upgraded furnace, tons of charm. 8’10” ceilings and all new windows on MF. Upper level bright, private w/gorgeous treed views. Separate access to each suite and shared laundry. Huge potential! CA0026595 Asking $269,500

FARMS

WONDERFULLY KEPT BUNGALOW ... w/ great location close to parks, playgrounds, schools, rec facilities. Great appeal! Lots of recent upgrades – windows, furnace, shingles, HW tank, ext. doors. Spacious LR, good dining space, updated kitchen w/oak cabinetry, pantry space. 3 bdrm. up, 4-pce. updated bath, 2-pce. en suite. Cozy bsmt. w/family room, office space, craft room, tons of storage. Awesome studio addition w/outdoor and bsmt. access – ideal for home based business! 24’x26’ htd. garage, stone patio w/pergola, fenced yard. See it today! CA0049932 Asking $334,500

R EDUCED !

LOOKING TO DOWNSIZE? ... Great 1/2 duplex with open floorplan. 2 BR, 2 baths, lots of storage. Attached Garage, MF laundry. Minimal yard work. Steps away from Mirror Lake trails. Be sure to view! CA0038016 Asking $290,000

HOMES FEATURE: • Covered front entry • 9’ and vaulted ceilings • Hardwood flooring • Cozy fireplace • Lovely maple cabinets • Granite countertops • Large island and pantry • Superb main floor laundry • In-floor basement heating • Covered deck FINISHED WITH ELEGANCE!

SW Meadows

Walkout Lot Available – Build Your Dream Home!

SOLD • 1930 sq. ft. • 3 bedrooms • Bonus room Asking $404,162 CA0036729

FOR LEASE

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Beautiful walkout bungalow, exceptional Acreage on HWY 833! Wow, a rare opportunity! 17.99 Acres only 4 min. North of Camrose. Impressive quality built custom walkout in 2011, awesome 41.5’x28/26’ attached htd. garage, 30’x36’ htd. workshop and 64’x80’ metal storage building. You’ll love the open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, 9’ ceilings and bright windows with views of the countryside. Amazing kitchen, 3 lovely stone FPs, superb master, and awesome en suite. Excellent walkout basement development, ICF and in-floor heating. Exceptional opportunity. A must see! Asking $790,000 CA0043382

OUT OF TOWN PR ICE R ED

UCED !

DAYSLAND PERFECT 5-BDRM. FAMILY HOME! ... Custom cabinets, lge. kitchen/dining, MF laundry, fully fin. bsmt. Lge. lot, single attached garage. Substantially reno’d. Call today for additional info. Asking $280,000 CA0046897

GORGEOUS 1518 SQ. FT. RAISED BUNGALOW ON 0.86 ACRES ... with 24’x40’ shop. Hardwood flooring, granite counters, vinyl windows, a/c, 2 gas FP, MF laundry + more! 4 bdrm. up, 3-pce. en suite in master, 2 additional baths. Fin. bsmt. features in-floor heat, 9’ ceilings, huge living area. 10 GPM well, wraparound deck w/hot tub, fruit trees, great yard space. 20’x40’ shop w/10’ door. 220 power and gas RI. Kids are bussed to new Bawlf School! Possession early 2015. CA0049209 Asking $332,500

FERINTOSH ... Charming 1-bdrm. home w/ fire pit, deck, private yard, garage. Many recent upgrades for very inexpensive living. Great starter home, summer/winter retreat, inbetween or retirement place/community. Only $99,000 CA0045645

KINGMAN – PRIME LOCATION! ... Large lot. Build your dream home on a quiet acreage-like setting. Only $40,000 CA0037971

MULTI-FAMILY LOTS

GRANDVIEW AREA R2A LOT WITH EXCELLENT LOCATION! ... Wow! 56.7’x179’! Lots of potential for your next investment project! Excellent opportunity! Asking $159,900 CA0048418

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! ... Bare lot bordering 48th Avenue and 46th Street in Camrose. Close to schools, downtown. Zoned DC. Asking $150,000 CA0004722 TOWNHOUSE LOT WITH 4 SEPARATE TITLES ... backing onto park! Excellent location! Asking $223,900 CA298468 2.5 ACRES ZONED R3 AND MULTI-FAMILY ... Exceptional west end location across from huge park and playground, by west end amenities. Lots of potential with re-division options. Call now! CA298482

INVESTMENTS 3 OPTIONS

BRAND NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART BUILDING – EXCEPTIONAL BUSINESS LOCATION! ... Wow! Outstanding energy efficient designed bldg. w/exc. presentation, superior site plan, low operating costs. High visibility, easy customer access. Two front retail/reception/office areas. 1206 sq. ft. and 1079 sq. ft. Awesome 3001 sq. ft. bay can be combined. 14’x14’ and 18’x16’ OH doors, floor sumps, 21’ high ceilings. Exc. site plan, all paved, fenced. Outstanding place for your business! CA0032126

RESIDENTIAL LOTS HUSTLE PARK ... by huge playground and west end amenities! • 50 lots with alley access, starting from $82,900 • 20 cul-de-sac lots, starting from $103,900 SOUTHWEST MEADOWS ... by parks, playground and West End amenities! • 18 lots with alley access, from $78,500 • 17 large cul-de-sac lots, from $103,900 Call now for more information! EXCELLENT LOT TO BUILD YOUR NEW HOME ... offered at an extremely great price close to west end shopping. Asking $65,000 CA0048714

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Starting from $456,000

EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! ... Bi-level fourplex w/exc. location close to Bethany, Mirror Lake. Very well maintained property w/three 2-bdrm. units + 1-bdrm. unit. Good storage, laundry room, common heating system. Exc. opportunity, location, easy access! Call now! Asking $439,000 CA0039847

• Luxurious bungalow villas • Lock and leave lifestyle • Walkout basement • Backing onto park • Oversized garages • New and exciting lifestyle • French Country and Provincial designs • Beautifully finished and well appointed • Quality and craftsmanship • Personalize, engage your creativity

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