January 12, 2016 Camrose Booster

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Vol. LXIV, No. 7

Country Edition 52 pages, City Edition 40 pages

January 12, 2016

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Camrose Police Service Constable Adam Belanger reminds all drivers to stay off cell phones while behind the wheel.

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Is applying make-up, playing electronic games, reading, petting your dog, checking emails or texting causing you to take your focus off of the road and putting you and other drivers or pedestrians on the road at risk? These habits will cost you fines of $287 and three demerit points per infraction! Revised law in Alberta, effective January 1, has been implemented in an effort to curb the instances of distracted driving.

Distracted driving is the lead cause in 20 to 30% of all vehicular crashes.

Drivers who are doing something other than concentrating exclusively on operating their vehicles are three times more likely to be involved in a collision than drivers who are one hundred percent attentive to the task at hand. It’s important to realize that using your cell phone or other electronic devices, or doing other things including having a pet on your lap, curling hair, clipping nails or shaving at a red light is illegal in Alberta.

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Tougher penalties for distracted driving

By Dan Jensen

There’s another reason to put away that cell phone or electronic device when you are behind the wheel.

An amendment by the provincial government to the traffic safety act has increased the penalty for distracted driving (effective Jan. 1) to include three demerit points in addition to a $287 fine.

The fine was raised from $172 to its current level in May of 2015.

“The higher fine wasn’t enough to deter people from distracted driving so they (government) added the demerits,” said Camrose Police Service Const. Adam Belanger.

Camrose Police Service issued 409 tickets for distracted driving in all of 2015.

Of those, 126 were issued before the fine increase and 283 after.

“We went from issuing an average of 31.5 fines per month before the increase to 35.375 per month after,” said Const. Belanger. “Every day at least one person was getting a ticket for distracted driving, and that was just in Camrose. It didn’t include the RCMP numbers and it didn’t include the Camrose people who received a ticket outside the city. People were just not getting the message.”

The traffic safety act restricts drivers from using hand-held cell phones, texting or e-mailing (even when stopped at a red light), using electronic devices like laptop computers, video games, cameras, or video entertainment displays, entering information on GPS units, reading printed materials in the vehicle, writing, printing or sketching, and personal grooming (brushing and flossing teeth, putting on makeup, curling

Camrose Police Service Const. Adam Belanger will be watching for people who are using their cell phones or doing other things that take their attention off the road.

hair, clipping nails or shaving).

Drivers are allowed to use hands-free mobile devices that are activated by a single touch or voice activated, eat a snack, drink a beverage, smoke or talk with a passenger while driving.

“Checking your email while you are stopped at a red light is not safe, nor is it legal,” said Belanger.

“I pulled over one guy who was sitting at the light 10 seconds after it had turned

green because he was texting. Before I became a police officer I noticed a guy who was eating a meal with a knife and fork while driving with his knees.”

Until Jan. 1, Alberta was the only province in Canada that didn’t have demerit penalties for distracted driving.

“A fully licenced driver has 15 merits,” said Belanger. “If the driver makes a habit of driving while distracted and gets

five (distracted driving) tickets he or she is looking at a driving suspension. A driver with a graduated driver’s licence who starts with eight merit points would have his or her licence suspended after two distracted driving penalties and a speeding ticket.”

It is important to realize that a lot can happen in the second or two that it takes to look down at a text or an email.

“If you are travelling at

50 km an hour, which is the average speed in town, you are covering 45 feet every second,” said Belanger. “To understand how much this is try looking down for one or two seconds while you are in the passenger seat and then look up again and make a note of how far you have travelled. It is kind of scary. I talk about this a lot to the students in the CALM classes at the high school and they are surprised to see how much can happen in 40 feet. When you are looking down and looking up again you are splitting your focus and not getting any periphery. You are solely focused on the road ahead.”

Research has shown that distracted driving is the lead cause in 20 to 30 per cent of all crashes, and that distracted drivers are three times more likely to be involved in a collision than drivers who are attentive.

Driving with pets The traffic safety act allows police to charge a driver with distracted driving if he or she appears to be too involved with his or her pet, or if the pet obstructs his or her vision in any direction.

“You see in Camrose from time to time people driving down the road with their dog sitting in their lap,” said Belanger. “I don’t care how well trained your dog is, if someone hits the horn at the wrong time that animal could react differently and you are supposed to be moving your car from point A to point B safely. The safest place for an animal is going to be either in the back seat or in an area that is not going to obstruct your views or obstruct you while operating a vehicle.”

Family Violence Action Society receives a grant for $150,837

By Dan Jensen Alberta Human Services’ Family and Community Safety Program has granted $150,837 to the Camrose and District Family Violence Action Society for the first year of a Milestones in Mental Health and Wellness project.

“This funding will help our communities reach many more children and families with supports for mental health and awareness,” said Family Violence Action Society (FVAS) program director Sheralyn Dobos. “We have talked about wanting to do more in the area of services for children but that is only a wish until you have a way to fund it.”

Milestones in Mental Health and Wellness will provide counselling to children and youth who are

exposed to family violence, addiction, anger issues and bullying, as well as support to parents to assist them in helping their children reach their greatest potential. Individual counselling and skill building programs facilitated by a therapist and other skilled professionals will run for eight to 12 weeks starting this month in a variety of school and community settings.

Family Nights, which will be timed to coincide with the counselling groups, will help build awareness and skills for healthy relationships and respectful gender relationships, and enhance mental health supports for children, youth, men and women. Individual counselling for children affected by family violence, bullying and anger will be consistently available, with a goal

of wait times being reduced to one to two weeks.

Partnerships The project is being supported by a number of community partners, including Alberta Health Services – Mental Health Clinic and Public Health, Taking Action on Bullying (a project of Camrose Family Resource Centre – A Parent Link Centre) the Battle River School Division, Boys and Girls Club, Viking Beaver FCSS, and Family Violence Action Society, which will contribute staff time for planning and service delivery. Battle River School Division will also contribute a variety of other supports.

“We are planning to work with BRSD’s family school liaison program and administrators in selected rural schools to bring in more resources,” said Dobos.

“Family school liaison workers are the primary supports for mental health in rural schools, working to support children and engage families as much as possible in improving the well-being of children and youth at risk.

Each worker is responsible for serving several schools and the part-time nature of their assignment in any given school is not sufficient to support children with the higher levels of need. Our work in partnership with the family school liaison workers and our numerous community partners will help to address the mental health and wellness needs that are otherwise beyond their capacity.”

Shortage of services In its application for funding, FVAS noted that rural communities experience a shortage of resourc-

es for children who exceed the mandate of Alberta Health Services – Mental Health because children do not have a diagnosis, are otherwise ineligible for services (going through the court process), or require more support than is available.

“This need has been identified by consultation with each of the partners, including school division staff, non-profit and government services,” it said.

“Alberta Health Services’ school health promotion facilitator indicates that in every school she serves, school staff and administrators quickly identify one of their students’ most pressing needs to support their ability to learn being support for mental health and wellness.”

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REFLECTIONS

by Bonnie Hutchinson Wings and Roots

You may not remember – or even have been born yet! – but 1982 was the bottom of a recession. I remember because in 1982 I was thinking of leaving my secure government job (which was slowly killing me) and starting a business.

I ran the idea by my mom.

She said, “You’re not thinking of giving up your regular pay cheque are you? Have you checked the economy lately?”

I told her a bit of what I was thinking of doing. She said, “Is there a market for that? Just because you want to do something doesn’t mean anybody will pay for it.”

By way of encouragement, she added, “Well, maybe you should start a collection agency. I think they’re the only ones making any money right now.”

At that time, my children were almost ready to be launched but not quite. I thought, “My mother is right. I shouldn’t do this. It would be irresponsible to give up my regular pay cheque.” ***

Six months later I was still thinking about starting a business. The idea simply would not go away. Not only that, I was beginning to be frightened by the toll my government job was taking on my physical and mental health.

I told my dad I was thinking of starting a business. He said, “Go for it! If you believe in yourself, you can do anything.” *** In October 1982, I did in fact start a business – not as an act of vision or courage but because eventually I was more scared of what would happen to me if I stayed where I was, than scared of giving up my regular pay cheque.

Some months later, both my parents were there for me in the middle of one night, helping me finish a project I’d taken on in my new business before I realized I did not have the right staff or equipment to do the job. What was amazing to me – and what I will forever appreciate – was that they both just focussed on doing what needed to be done. There was not a speck of “I told you so” hanging in the air. ***

This is what I learned: We all need wings and roots.

We need wings – expansive visions of what’s possible; imagining what could be that’s beyond what we’ve experienced. We need people who believe in us and give us hope and optimism.

We need roots – clear-eyed facing of facts; realistic sense of what it will take; practical help to do what needs to be done; inner strength to keep going in tough times. ***

This is what else I learned: we all need both wings and roots, but when I’m thinking of something new, it matters what order I receive them.

It’s useful if I first experience wings – visions and possibilities that are inspiring enough to pull me forward, and people who believe in me until I can believe in myself.

And then – when I have confidence and inner determination and before I begin to take action or make commitments to others – I need roots. I need realistic assessment of practicalities like money, time, the environment, and the resources that will be needed. I need concrete plans and action steps to move in the desired direction.

I was fortunate to have a combination of parents who gave me wings and roots. I learned it was better to talk to my dad the visionary first when I needed wings, and then to talk to my mom the pragmatist when I needed roots.

Refugee committee meeting Individuals and groups who are interested in helping refugees are being encouraged to attend the Jan. 13 meeting of the Camrose Refugee Coordinating Committee.

The meeting will be held at the United

Church (4829-50 Street, Camrose) starting at 7 p.m. More information may be obtained by contacting Erhard Pinno at 780-672-1629, Joe McMorrow at 780678-2827 or Alan Ford at 780-281-2382.

The Camrose Refugee Coordinating Committee is prepared to support up to 10 government-sponsored refugees with housing, education, health, public relations, fundraising and employment.

Letters to the Editor Letters are welcomed but please limit them to 400 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.

Star Trek landing pad Your letter was so well articulated Ron, and expresses exactly what I have been thinking every time I drive by the hospital.

I don’t have your level of knowledge regarding future needs of our hospital, but when I read your letter it just reinforces my feeling that somewhere in this whole process common sense flew out the window and was buried by truckloads of cement.

Perhaps if we still had our Local Authority Health Board in place, there might have been some real discussions regarding the spending of $2 million and less costly alternatives to keep STARS landing safely in Camrose might have been considered.

Centralizing Alberta Health Care has not been

a success on any level I am aware of, and this Star Trek landing pad just confirms that for me every time I drive by.

Thanks Lee Kroeger Bridging the disconnect I spent 50 years in the newspaper business as a reporter, editor, and publisher at weeklies and dailies in all four western provinces.

Throughout my career I witnessed up close the disconnect between aboriginal people and the nonnative society.

Becoming familiar with aboriginal history, culture and traditions will surely go a long way in helping to bridge the disconnect.

There has been mistrust, anger, suspicion, frustration and fear from both sides toward the other. Positive steps are being taken to narrow the gap but much more needs to be done.

For too long the aboriginal community has been stereotyped by negative stories carried in newspapers, TV, and social media. The stories often focus on protests, confrontations, alcohol and drug abuse, financial scandals, fires, gun violence, murders, thefts, assaults, and

missing persons on First Nations’ reserves.

Other disturbing stories include poverty, unemployment, poor drinking water, dilapidated housing, terrible roads, lack of educational opportunities, truancy, child runaways, etc.

But it hasn’t all been negative. There are many aboriginal success stories.

Among them: pow wows, rodeo cowboys, accomplished athletes, entrepreneurs, business ventures, artists, lawyers, judges, journalists, musicians, craft makers, politicians, etc.

To improve the relationship between aboriginal people and non-natives, attitudes need to change.

Perry Bellgarde, national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, called in June 2015 for people to “make room in your hearts and minds and your spirits. Rid yourself of those racial stereotypes of Indians and indigenous people being dumb and lazy and drunk on welfare. Rid yourself of those things, so new things can come in.”

Chief Bellegarde made the statement in response to the final report and recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

The challenge is ours to take.

Clay Stacey Kelowna, B.C.

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I’m enjoying this Early New Year season of anticipation; of not only imagining what could be possible in 2016, but also of bringing “possible” into greater likelihood through plans and actions.

Dreams and visions can inspire us and pull us forward.

Pragmatic clear-eyed assessment helps us get real about what it will take. Character and concrete actions bring our visions into physical reality.

And that’s fun! *** If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, send a note to Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com

BAND INSTRUCTION

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Former Coquitlam B.C. band teacher David Fullerton stopped in to unite with former pupils Susan and Dr. Chris Nichol and had a chance to meet their children Chad and Anna, who now play in the Charlie Killam School band under Bob Bailey. Susan and Chris first met in band class.

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The trailer was reported stolen from the Valleyview West subdivision some time during the night of Jan. 5.

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enclosed utility trailer, and also contained a large amount of construction tools.

Patrol officers responded to a 911 call from a lady alleging that she had just been assaulted by her boyfriend in their hotel room.

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hotel the 34-year-old victim was taken to the hospital for treatment. The 44-yearold boyfriend was arrested and charged with assault and unlawful confinement.

The victim was treated for minor injuries.

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Students’ exposure to family violence, family breakdown, bullying and substance abuse in the family, says FVAS, can result in trauma, unmanaged anger and stress responses. Children who do not receive services early are at risk for significant neurological implications, which have lifelong neurological implications.

“If they do not have healthy adults they can look to they are at risk, once they leave the school setting, for engaging in dysfunctional activities including crime and entering into relationships that put them at risk for abuse.”

Services Family Violence Action Society provided 35 children from 18 families with 237 counselling sessions in 2014 to address exposure to family violence, bullying and uncontrolled anger.

In 2013, 27 children were provided with 147 hours of service.

In each of these years, wait times for service often exceeded two months, and when counselling time became available, the opportunity to serve children on the waiting list was often lost. In 2011-12, counselling services for children exposed to family violence were discontinued for one year due to the lack of funding, leaving Camrose without any equivalent type services.

Of the 99 families served by the Camrose Boys and Girls Club in 2013 (196 children and youth), 31 children at the club had some type of disability, primarily behavioural or mental.

BullyfreeAlberta.ca reports that bullying happens once every seven minutes on the playground and once every 25 minutes in the classroom. The Canadian Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance reports that 60 per cent of children identified as bullies by the age of eight will have a criminal conviction by the age of 24.

Leveraging funds FVAS will leverage the grant with the wealth of resources from its partners and community-based supporters to maximize the benefit to the community. Battle River Community Foundation is counted among these, providing $5,500 toward counselling services within the Milestones project.

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Camrose resident travels to Dubai for World Air Games

By Lori Larsen Up, up and away. Camrose resident Cory Schwartz travelled to Dubai as part of the Canadian Hot Air Balloon team to participate in the 2015 FAI (Fédération Aéronautique Internationale) World Air Games (WAG) held from Dec. 1 to 12.

Cory belongs to the Camrose Flying Club and is a member of Civil Air Search and Rescue Association.

As an avid air and flight enthusiast, Cory volunteered and worked with the Balloonmeister at the Canadian Hot Air Balloon championships in Camrose in September 2011.

During this event he met and began volunteering as part of the crew for the Adams team, headed by pilot Jason Adams from Lindsay, Ontario, winner of the title of Canadian National Champion that year.

For the past four years Cory has attended the High River finals as part of the ground crew for Jason Adams’ team. As a result of his dedication, Cory was invited to join the team in Dubai.

The (Adams Family) team was comprised of pilot Jason, his brother Shawn (navigator), sister Channon (ground crew and navigator) and Cory (ground crew and driver).

The main goal for Jason is to win a World Championship and build on his family’s dream.

“John Adams (Jason’s father) was the third or fourth pilot in Canada to get his hot air balloon license,” said Cory.

“He (John) has also competed in world championships. It is very much a family thing.”

The team was the only one representing Canada in the hot air balloon competitions out of a total of 70.

After the balloons launched, usually from the Skydive Dubai drop zone, they were navigated through different routes and were required to complete several tasks.

These tasks are set at

world championship levels and require a great amount of skill and coordination between the air and ground crews.

The Fly In task consisted of competitors dropping a marker (weighted ribbon) as close to a set target as possible.

Targets were a 10 metre by 10 metre area marked by a large X. Scores were determined by measuring the distance from the dropped marker to the centre of the target, or, if there was a pile of markers, the measurement was taken from the three dimensional distance from the target.

The Fly On task involved competitors tossing the marker as close to the target as possible, during flight.

Once again competitors were judged on the distance from the landing of the marker to the centre of the target.

Another task was the Hare and Hound where a hare balloon launched followed 10 to 20 minutes later by the hounds (other balloonists).

The hare placed out targets on which the hounds could drop their markers.

These are just a few of the tasks completed by the team in Dubai.

It is hard to imagine how challenging these competitions are when we see beautiful hot air balloons gliding through the air. However, unlike commercial flying, competitive flying is extremely difficult.

“If you’re driving down the highway get your husband to roll down the window, take a bean bag and put a five gallon bucket out there (next to the highway),” explained Cory with a comparison.

“Drive by at 10 miles an hour and throw the bean bag into the bucket. Now get your son to put the bucket out and give you GPS directions then start driving five miles away.

You now have to find that bucket and then throw your bean bag in.”

Teams were also judged

Hot air balloons prepare to launch in Dubai as part of the World Air Games. The eighth balloon in from the right (black and white checkered with red vertical stripes) was manned by the only Canadian team to compete. Skyscrapers provide an awe-inspiring backdrop.

on flight, logger and ground crew performance.

Besides the required tasks the teams had to navigate a plethora of unfamiliar roadways, including 14-lane highways, a rule forbidding teams to use local help, sand everywhere that not only caused issues with the balloons but could pull chase vehicles into a deep halt, sudden wind shifts that caused balloons to drift off course (sometimes over the Persian Gulf) and 14-hour days.

“We were up at 4:30 a.m., had a briefing at five, flew, had another briefing at two in the afternoon and then flew again,” said Cory.

“In between those briefings we had to fly, refuel, eat, sleep and do whatever else we wanted to do.

“We only had three days off during the whole trip. One day we slept because of the 11 hour time difference. We had to catch up to their time.”

During the other two free days the team toured a bit and watched other WAG events.

The Adams team ranked 13th, then 23rd and finally 55th overall. Considering

Pictured left to right are Cory Schwartz (chase vehicle driver) from Camrose, Jason Adams (pilot), Shawn Adams (navigator), and Channon Adams (ground navigator), all from Ontario. The Canadian Hot Air Balloon team took a few minutes out of a very busy schedule to pose with the flag during the World Air Games held in Dubai from Dec. 1 to 12.

the skill required, the environmental differences (time change, sand and heat), and the fact that Jason does not fly competitively as often as the top balloonists (he was up against two and three time world champions), 55th out of 70 is very impressive.

The Emirates Aerosports Federation under the patronage of the Crown Prince of Dubai (His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum), hosted this multi discipline event for competitors, spectators and sponsors from all over the world.

In total there were 52 countries represented at the games and approximately 1,300 participants.

“They spared no expense,” remarked Cory. “Our food, hotels and shipping of the balloon there and back were all paid for by the Sheikh who organized the event and WAG Dubai. All I had to pay for was my flight over and some spending money.

“It was like the Olympics of aviation. At the opening ceremonies we were all given wrist bands with LED lights which they (event organizers) controlled. At one point they made their whole flag (Emirate) in the stands on everyone’s wrist band. They pulled out all the stops.”

Dubai is well known for its wealth and prosperity and attracts people from all over the world.

“It is a very diverse culture. There were many Europeans, East Indians, Pakistanis. And everybody was very friendly. We landed in a villa one morning and most of the people there were British.

They were so friendly. At 7:30 they were bringing us toast and coffee.

“They (people in Dubai) don’t get mad at each other. It is against their rules to raise voices so there is no screaming or hollering and fighting is taboo.”

Driving in Dubai was a whole other experience for Cory.

“Nobody signals. You can honk your horn. A long honk means they (drivers) are mad. A short

honk means go ahead and get ahead of me,” said Cory.

“But with the roads as busy and as confusing as they were, traffic moved very well, very quickly. In the two weeks I was there with bumper to bumper traffic, people not signalling and honking only, I only noticed one accident.”

Cory was amazed at the actual size of the city of Dubai itself. “The city is only about five miles wide, but it is about 150 to 200 km long,” he said.

The games took place alongside the 44th anniversary celebrations of the UAE (United Arab Emirates), making the entire experience even more grand. Fireworks were displayed during the opening ceremonies on two barges in the Persian Gulf and on stage. Other events, including an air show, occurred simultaneously to the WAG. The World Air Games are held every four years, giving the best athletes for the different disciplines an opportunity to compete, but also to promote their sports.

The trip was filled with many interesting and wonderful experiences for Cory.

Seeing a herd of camels randomly picketed in a field of sand, watching as eight helicopters flew overhead delivering sheikhs to and from work, walking amidst 900 or more high-rises and just experiencing the diversity and culture of the United Arab Emirates along with the warmth and friendliness of the people.

“A school was located across from one of the places we launched during practice and the locals would come out and watch us,” said Cory. “We had a handful of Canadian flag pins so we handed them out.”

The highlight of the trip for Cory was just being able to attend and represent Canada on a world stage.

To see videos and more photos of the Adams team and the trip to Dubai visit Jason Adam’s Facebook page at cjfly.com.

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Dean Berger appointed to second five-year term University of Alberta’s provost and vice-president (Academic) Steven Dew has announced the reappointment of Dean Allen Berger to a second five-year term.

“It gives me great pleasure to announce the reappointment of Dr. Allen Berger,” said Dew. “Dr. Berger has demonstrated a high level of integrity and commitment to the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus, and the surrounding community. He is deeply invested in Augustana and its programs, people and future. Dr. Berger has been a strong advocate of

Augustana dean Dr. Allen Berger.

research and its necessary relationship to teaching and learning in an undergraduate liberal arts and sciences context.”

The provost mentioned Dr. Berger’s leadership on a number of issues, includ-

ing the budget, the recruitment of new faculty, the renewal of Founders’ Hall, the planning and opening of the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre, the completion of the Wahkohtowin Lodge,

and the development of the Augustana Miquelon Lake Research Station.

“As an experienced and respected dean, he has also led innovative initiatives related to experiential learning, student advising, new revenue generating initiatives, and internal and external communications,” he continued. “Dr. Berger is a strong promoter and contributor of improved teaching and learning opportunities both inside and beyond the classroom. The University of Alberta is fortunate to have a dean of such high calibre. We wish dean Berg-

er continued success in his next five years.”

“I’m pleased and humbled by the support of my colleagues at Augustana and by the vote of confidence from the U of A’s senior administration,” said dean Berger in response. “Here on campus, we’re already working on a vision that will create exciting opportunities for students, enhance overall academic quality, and contribute to Augustana’s deserved reputation for leadership in undergraduate education. I’m excited and energized by what lies ahead.”

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Author promoting first book

By Dan Jensen The greatest warrior in the world has to decide whether she is going to side with the forces of good or evil in Daughter of Shadow, a Spiritbinder War Novel

by Camrose resident Tyler Sehn.

“It’s my first book,” said Sehn, a graduate from the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta. “It was a struggle to write at times but the whole process was amazing. My goal is to be able to make a living through my writing.”

Daughter of Shadow is 400 pages of action, magic and a host of carefully developed characters.

“It is a big story and epic adventure that is written from several points of view,” said Sehn. “You get a view of the created world from the perspective of an emperor, a slave and the main character. It is written for adults along the lines of Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin and The Sword of Shannara and Heritage of Shannara by Terry Brooks, but would appeal just as much to those who have read The Hunger Games.”

While it has only been on the shelves a short period of time (the book is available for purchase on Amazon and Sehn’s website), the book has been receiving many favourable comments.

“Everyone who has read it enjoys the battle scenes and being able to follow the characters,” said Sehn. “It is all centred around the main character of Melea. There is a bit of magic in it, but I try to keep things as realistic as possible.”

The book has been planned as the first in a series, with a sequel coming sometime next summer.

“I am working on that one as I try to market this one,” said Sehn. “I like the writing part but I have found that marketing is another story and a lot of work.”

Sehn grew up in Lac La Biche with a dream of becoming a professional athlete – a dream that never really had a chance of becoming reality as he would always make time for reading or hanging out with friends.

The decision to publish his own fantasy novel was made after attending a writing/editing/publishing conference and doing a fair bit of internet research.

“I had tried the traditional route of finding an agent and signing on with a publisher, but found that to be incredibly difficult,” he said.

Sehn has worked at a pulp mill, as a member of a grounds crew at an events venue, and in an alternate education classroom for teachers.

ENJOYING A GAME OF SHINNY

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Game of Shinny anyone? A few diehard hockey enthusiasts braved cooler temperatures on a sunny day for a game of shinny at St. Pats outdoor rink on Jan. 5.

City conducting a review of fees and charges for new development

By Dan Jensen The City of Camrose planning and development department is working on a new development fees and charges schedule.

The current fees and charges schedule (Bylaw 2570/07) was approved by council after a major update to the Land Use Bylaw in 2007 and has not been adjusted for inflation or any other metric.

“A preliminary gleaning of comparable fee structures in other municipalities in central Alberta demonstrates that the City’s fees and charges may be low,” said planning and development director Aaron Leckie in a presentation to Committee of the Whole Council Jan. 4.

“There is not a single item where we are close to cost recovery.”

The City of Camrose development permit charges are $100 for a development permit for a single family dwelling, $200 plus $50 per dwelling unit to a maximum of $5,000 for a multi family dwelling, and $2,000 (application fee) plus $1 per square metre to a maximum of $5,000 for a commercial, industrial or institutional property. The City also charges $800 for a land use amendment, $200 for subdivision or development appeal, $10 for a fence permit, $25 for a deck permit, $50 for a sign permit, $50 for acces-

sory buildings, $50 for additions to single family dwellings, and $50 for single family dwelling file searches.

The department will be reviewing the number of staff that have been allocated to the fee approval process as a way to keep fees at acceptable levels.

“I think we will be prudent to look at any sort of efficiencies that we can find internally that stream certain applications that have limited impact on development,” said Leckie. “Other municipalities have online application submission and review abilities, cutting down on review time. This is currently beyond the abilities of the planning and development department. By tracking staff time on permits and associated costs.

The department should be able to determine the percentage of costs recovered through application fees for each type of application.”

Councillor Wayne Throndson said he would be reluctant to significantly increase any of the fees given the current state of the economy.

“I know it doesn’t sound like a lot of money if we bump these things up, but it is going to be a tough year in 2016 and I think we have to lead by example. We also have to have a strategic planning

session where we spend a considerable amount of time on how we are going to attract businesses to the City. One of the things I think we have to strive for is having a competitive advantage with our neighbours.”

Councillor Bill Sears stressed it is important to consider the impact low development fees have on the City taxpayer.

“If the fees aren’t able to cover the costs (of the department) the money will have to come out of the tax levy,” he said. “We have to be aware of that also.”

Leckie noted that many municipalities shift the development application costs from builders to developers by charging significantly higher subdivision fees, but lower development permit fees.

Many municipalities also have development fund charges, different off-site levy models, or other methods of collecting additional fees that are not directly included in the fees and charges schedule.

Flag policy Committee of the Whole Council reviewed a draft flag policy, based on the rules established by the Federal Department of Canadian Heritage, that would see flags lowered to half-mast on the death of a Sovereign of a member of the Royal Family related in the first degree to the

Sovereign, the Governor General, the Prime Minister, a former Governor General, a former Prime Minister, or a federal cabinet minister, on the death of the Lieutenant Governor or the Premier, on the death of a Member of the House of Commons or the Legislative Assembly when that member represents the City of Camrose riding, on the death of a mayor, former mayor, current council member or a former council member, on the death of a City of Camrose employee when his or her death has occurred as a direct result of performance of duties, on Remembrance Day from sunrise to sunset, on the Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (April 28) from sunrise to sunset, and on the death of a person to whom council wishes to bestow this honour or an event that council wishes to recognize.

“Many municipalities are moving towards the development of a policy,” said deputy manager Kim Isaak. “Quite often we get emails throughout the year about whether we would lower the flags for various things and quite often we get a call from Darrell (police chief Kambeitz) about whether we are lowering or not.

I think having an established policy would be very helpful for the City.”

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If you resolved to save more money but had a month when that simply was not possible, don’t allow that to derail your resolution for the rest of the year. Setbacks are nearly inevitable, but they’re never an excuse to give up on a resolution.

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Camrose Mayor Norm Mayer cut a ribbon to officially open Malories Bistro and Wine Bar at 4937-49 Street Dec. 23. Joining him for the picture were: left to right, front, Ashley Marriett from Nyla Painting and Contracting, Don Lyon from ATB Financial, Shamim and Iqbal Amiri, owners, Rebecca Bridger, owner, City of Camrose economic development officer Ray Telford, left to right, back, Jeff Trumpour from ATB Financial, Wayne Throndson and Bill Sears, City councillors, and Michael Wetsch from the Downtown Camrose Development Inc. Malories Bistro and Wine Bar prides itself on offering delicious food to fit your lifestyle, with delectable sandwiches like the Chicken Quesadilla Melt, Malories Reuben and Tuna Melt, signature soups, quiche, and tasty salads.

COLLECTION FOR THE FOOD BANK

Members of the Camrose Royal Purple collected food for the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center food bank at their Christmas party.

LEGION DONATIONS

The Royal Canadian Legion crib, card and dart clubs, bingo committee and general membership made a large donation of food items to the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center food bank and $355 in cash to the Merry Christmas Fund. Making the presentation of cash to Camrose Merry Christmas Fund co-chair Dale Debnam while they posed with items for the food bank were card club president Gale Reed, bingo committee chair Donna O’Neill, dart club member and Legion past president Bob Burt, and crib club member Don Stagg.

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The Clubhouse Virtual Golf celebrated its official opening at the former Camrose fire station with a ribbon cutting event.

Pictured left to right are City of Camrose economic development officer Ray Telford, The Clubhouse Virtual Golf owners Byron and Andrea Campbell and their two children, Henrik and Anya, Mayor Norm Mayer, City councillors PJ Stasko and Kevin Hycha, and Downtown Camrose Development manager Al Walkey. The Clubhouse Virtual Golf features five simulators that let you play 56 courses from around the world, virtual mini golf, a banquet room, pool tables and dart boards. It also offers men’s, ladies, seniors and individual leagues.

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Sahakarini hosting film series Dogs with Wings receives a very welcome gift

By Murray Green

Sahakarini, a Camrose based non-government agency, is hosting a film and speaker series called Walking Together they will highlight significant issues facing international development work on Jan. 15 and 16.

“This is our eighth year of hosting a film and speaker series. In the past, we had a movie once a month over the course of the winter. The last two years we have concentrated everything over a weekend,” said Alan Ford, former Sahakarini board member and current committee member for the event. “We try to select films that reflect some of the issues that come up while we are doing international work.”

Sahakarini, is a Hindi word that means cooperation (it also means working across).

This is fitting because Sahakarini works across oceans and continents on racial, religious, cultural, economic, and social differences.

“The film series creates awareness within the community. Sahakarini is a small local group that does most of its overseas work through overseas partnerships,” explained Alan. “This series is a great way to create awareness and understanding of what we do

and how others can join us to help others.”

The group focuses on helping the most vulnerable and assisting others to help themselves.

Sahakarini’s approach is to involve, empower and enable people in practical ways at the grassroots level, through partnerships with local organizations.

This year’s film offerings focus on documentaries. The first film, Friday at 7 p.m., is called The Backward Class.

Just released in 2015, it shows the benefit of education for families living in dire circumstances without hope.

“This is about a school that was set up for children from the slum that usually didn’t go beyond the primary grades,” said Alan. “This school was very successful.

Sahakarini is funding a similar project in northern India.”

A highly rated Spanish film called Even the Rain, which will be shown Saturday at 10 a.m., is about a resource conflict in South America overlain with historical religious and colonial issues.

“It describes what happened after Columbus colonized what is known as the West Indies. During filming another group was trying to take over the water supplies, so there is a story within the

story. It is interesting how the story is repeated about 500 years later,” Alan revealed.

Another noteworthy offering is the Colours of Edziza, a beautiful portrayal of the undeveloped wilderness in Northwestern BC. “This is a Canadian film about part of the country that most people haven’t been to,” said Alan. “The story is beauty is where you find it. It is a breathtaking film.”

The festival will conclude with lighter fair called Craiglist Joe, the story of a young man who undertook a crosscountry journey through the generosity of strangers.

“This film is about relationships,” said Alan. “The story is about someone who traveled across the country who relied on the goodwill of strangers. It’s about people helping people.”

As well, throughout the day there will be a selection of thought-provoking and funny “shorts.” To round out the series a couple of speakers will make short presentations and entertain questions about specific films.

Come and enjoy for a film or take in the whole series.

Admission is by donation at the door. The series will be held in the Roger Epp Room on the University of Alberta Augustana Campus.

By Lori Larsen The mere mention of the word stress, can in itself, induce stress, but it is a fact of life.

“We hear, or use, the word stress quite often, but we’re not always clear about what stress is and how it can impact our health and our lives,” explained Tammy Richard, addiction prevention and mental health promotion facilitator with Alberta Health Services Community Addiction and Mental Health.

Recognizing stress is the first step. To provide a better understanding of what stress is Richards will be presenting a session, Beat Stress and Boost your Happiness at the Camrose Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 13 from noon to 1 p.m.

“This session will help people better understand what stress is and how our minds and bodies react to it,” said Richards.

“We’ll also explore how some stress can be good, as it can motivate us to get things done, and how too much stress or long periods of stress can be harmful.

“Stress can impact our physical health in many ways, including the heart, digestive system, sleep and our skin. It can also impact relationships, at home and in the workplace.

“Work, family and finances are among the most common stressors people experience. Learn to recognize the stressors in your own life and develop strategies for dealing with these stressors because it is how we manage stress that counts,” added Richards.

The session will include information on prevention and reduction of stress and strategies used to cope with stress, such as laughter and exercise,

healthy eating and volunteering.

“We will also practice some breathing exercises and mindful activities,” said Richards.

“Anyone who is concerned about stress for themselves can attend, and any age is welcome as stress affects us all.

“While stressors may be different for different age groups, the strategies to reduce or better cope with stress are the same.”

Professional resources are available for people dealing with stress including Camrose Addiction and Mental Health office.

The mental health helpline is available 24 hours, seven days a week at 1-877303-2642.

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by Downtown Camrose, Alberta Health Services and the Camrose Public Library.

Session on stress January 13

DWW Lacey posing with Camrose PetValu donation of toys and treats.

A box full of toys and treats will help train more dogs for service.

In honour of Victim Services Dog Lucy, Camrose PetValu gathered donations throughout the month of October to provide toys and treats to help Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society raise more service dogs.

Over $560 was raised through donations and proceeds from the dog wash at the Camrose PetValu store from Oct. 1 to 31. The store’s manager, Angel Grant, and her staff have often welcomed Michelle Hauser and Lucy to promote the wonderful job they do in the community.

Lucy was the first victim service dog trained and placed by Dogs with Wings and the first in Alberta. Dogs with Wings has since placed three more victim service dogs across the province and has a waiting list for several more. Each dog takes two years to train. All the resources needed to train these dogs come through fundraising and donations.

“Comforting victims of crime and violence, especially children, is a natural role for dogs” says Dogs with Wings executive director John Wheelwright, “but teaching a dog to consistently obey and maintain the specific behaviours to be allowed in questioning and courtroom settings takes a lot of time and effort.”

The people of Camrose generously showed their support for Dogs with Wings through PetValu’s October promotion.

Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society has been training guide and service dogs for 20 years. Victim service dogs is only one of five programs it offers. To learn more about Dogs with Wings and to further support the cause, visit www.dogswithwings.ca.

Miquelon Lake Provincial Park celebrating Snow Day

By Murray Green

Miquelon Lake Provincial Park, located just north of Camrose, will celebrate World Snow Day on Sunday, Jan. 17, with an afternoon of free family festivities.

“Join us for our fourth version of this annual event. This year, families are invited to make snow ice cream, come on a guid-

ed snowshoe hike (we offer free snowshoe rentals on this day), go on a winter geocaching treasure hunt, make snow globes and other winter crafts, play some broomball, and enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around the campfire,” said Isabella Hodson, visitor services supervisor of the Miquelon Lake Provincial Park.

“Don’t forget to bring

your skates for fun on the rink and your cross-country skis if you’d like to take in our 18 km of trails, which are groomed and open to the public (at no charge) all winter long.”

Miquelon Lake Provincial Park will have a variety of family activities from 1 to 4 p.m.

World Snow Day celebrates bringing children

to the snow and invites children around the world to get outside and play.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the snow and ice and make some memories,” said Hodson.

“We hope to see you there.”

For more information, the public is invited to call the Park Centre at 780672-7274.

The skating rink is

open for the season and visitors can come anytime to ice skate in the park.

It’s right by the Park Centre and skating is at no charge, but bring your own skates. You can also bring your skis to use on the 18 kilometres of trails.

Call the Park Centre at 780-672-7274 Monday to Friday for more information.

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Journey takes Camrose resident Bruneau around the world and back again THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: WHAT IF?

Canada has just concluded its longest election campaign – eleven weeks – and the four principal leaders did not embarrass themselves or the nation.

Immediately to the south, however, the 2016 US presidential election is still almost a year away, yet the campaign has already been interminable, obscenely expensive, and even more obscene in its juvenile and hateful discourse. The American media contributes to the malaise by focusing the nation’s attention on the trite and

By Rani Palo ridiculous, serving up politics on the History, same platter with the Kardashians; Augustana Faculty meanwhile, serious matters languish in University of Alberta legislative grid-lock. Given their relatively similar cultural roots, what accounts for such political differences?

Was there something in the nation’s very founding that set it apart from other English-speaking settler societies? Was the bedrock event, the American Revolution, worth it? Taking the long view, one is teased by “perhaps not.” Considerable historical evidence suggests that only one-third of Americans wanted a clear break with Britain and even fewer were willing to fight for it. Cries of “no taxation without representation” collided with Imperial intransigence exemplified by London’s rejection of the Americans’ Olive Branch Petition, which proffered loyalty to the Crown alongside a request to negotiate an improved relationship. As I tell my students, “Britain basically blew it.” Rebuffed, the American radicals forged on while the majority failed to crystallize their conciliatory views and meaningfully engage with Parliament and the King - giving it one more try so to speak.

Still, Britain, along with the French, Dutch, and their subjects in the Atlantic World, were already beyond the germination stage of several seminal reform movements: responsible government, nascent women’s rights, general workplace and institutional reforms, and significantly, the abolition of slavery. By the late 18th-century British moral authority was re-asserting itself in the Atlantic World at the very time the freshly minted United States was beset by a marked uptick in slavery, degenerating relations with Native Americans, and a troubling and portentous rise in the importance of wealth in public affairs. Moreover, all the crafters of the Constitution, while relatively enlightened, were affluent white males.

Close to half were slave owners and almost all feared “mobocracy,” which led to the complex checks and balances and the Electoral College that on four occasions have served up “accidental” presidents; the latest of which was George W. Bush in 2000. The Constitution also included 27 ominous words: “A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.”

Back in 1787 the Founding Fathers, probably rightly, feared a standing professional army could fall into the wrong hands and imperil what they had wrought. Concomitantly, European powers (Britain in Canada, Spain to the southwest) posed a threat, as did increasingly hostile Native peoples resentful of the whites’ voracious demands for more land. There was an additional fear in the South: slave insurrection. So, a “well-regulated militia” made some sense at that time.

Over the years, those 27 words have fuelled the gun ownership lobby and contributed to the proliferation of guns in the US, which has the highest gun ownership rate in the world and, predictably, one of the highest rates of gun violence. School shootings and other massacres, and the futile debate between the opposing “too many guns” and “not enough guns” camps, suggests low-grade national insanity on guns.

Admittedly, British imperialism led to much colonial exploitation, and there was massive economic and class disparity - not to mention significant racism and ethnic discrimination - throughout its Empire, which at its height stretched over more than a quarter of the world’s surface.

However, Americans only need to look north to Canada and sideways to Australia, New Zealand, and Great Britain itself to imagine what might have been without that violent break with Britain in the 1770s. No War of 1812. Probably no war with Mexico. Slavery would end by Parliamentary legislation three decades before a civil war that would consume 700,000 Americans. No decades long Indian Wars and massacres. No centurylong Civil Rights struggle needed, and probably no Ferguson, Missouri style racial convulsions.

But, arguably, the greatest benefits for the US would be social.

Greater domestic cohesion, fairness, and collegiality and much less international loneliness as part of an extensive Commonwealth family. Fewer extremes of grandiose wealth and ghettoized poverty. Much less “tribal identity” religion. More generous and equitable health care and child welfare. Higher life expectancies. Cheaper and better public schooling. Much less American “exceptionalism,” which isolates and hurts Americans more than anyone else.

And, finally, Canadian-style “peace, order, and good government” rather than “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” With the former the latter are all possible. It does not work as well in reverse.

Richard in the flak jacket at the Erez border crossing between Israel and Gaza during the evacuation of Canadian citizens.

By Pam Chamberlain

Richard Bruneau’s desire to make a difference has taken him around the world and brought him home again. His efforts to make the world a better place have evolved as a result of his commitment to lifelong learning.

Richard (BSc Math/ Physics ’99) grew up in Camrose, so Augustana was the logical choice when it came time to pursue post-secondary studies. In his fourth year, Richard participated in the Rural Development Exchange Program in Mexico, and it changed the course of his life. He learned about the complexities of development work and issues of social justice, and these fostered his desire to improve people’s lives.

Richard added a minor in rural and community development to his degree and, after graduation, he worked with Canada World Youth in Bolivia, Uruguay, Guatemala, and Western Canada.

While working in Stettler and Mexico, he met his future wife, Kierstin Heiberg (BA English ’03), an Augustana graduate who grew up on a farm near Camrose.

Richard soon realized that although his work might impact indi-

vidual people and local communities, addressing poverty and oppression required action at a macro level – changes in global systems and government policies. So Richard undertook a master’s degree in international affairs at Carleton University. During his program, he did internships and research projects in community-based natural resource management, space weapons security, criminal intelligence, and arms control.

Afterwards, Richard joined the Canadian Foreign Service as a diplomat with the Afghanistan Task Force in Ottawa and Kabul. His second placement was with the Arms Control Division in Ottawa, which included some work at the UN in New York and Vienna.

“One of the highlights of my career,” he recalls, “was addressing the United Nations on behalf of Canada, pushing for better regulation of the international arms trade.”

On his next assignment, as Counsellor for Canadian-Palestinian political relations in the West Bank and Gaza, Richard lived in Jerusalem and dealt with everything from the peace process to human rights and trade. He

describes the work and working conditions as “intense.” For example, wearing a flak jacket and helmet, he helped evacuate Canadian citizens from Gaza during shelling and air strikes.

After eight years in the Foreign Service, Richard was ready for a break from bureaucracy, and his wife was eager to pursue a long-held dream: he helped her take over her family farm. Richard says, “My wife had followed me around the world for a few years, and it was my turn to follow her back home.”

While Kierstin focuses on farming, Richard has returned to Augustana to teach sociology and is enrolled in the U of A’s B. Ed. after-degree program. He looks forward to teaching in the Camrose area.

“High school is formative,” he explains. “Teachers change the world by inspiring and empowering youth to understand the roles they can play in it.”

He believes that his work overseas will benefit him and his students in the social studies classroom. He will also be a role model, living proof that a kid from rural Alberta can travel the world and make a difference.

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Sangkor: Augustana’s Women’s Choir 2016 Winter Season: Director: Dr. Brendan Lord Rehearsals - 7:00-9:00 pm, Wednesday Evenings Begin Immediately Location - A024, Augustana Campus • March 12, 2016: Sangskor performance at Choralfest North • April 3, 2016: Sangskor Spring Concert with guest singer/songwriter Jen McMillan

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Admiral focuses on piano classics

By Murray Green

Well known pianist and University of Alberta Augustana instructor Roger Admiral will take you on a musical journey through Russia when he takes the stage on Sunday, Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. in the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre.

“This is a great space for dance, theatre and concerts.

Typically, I’ve had concerts in the chapel. It has a good piano, but it is more suited for choral music. It has too much reverberation for a piano recital,” explained Admiral. “At the Performing Arts Centre when you move the piano to the front of the stage it is excellent for capturing the clarity and the details. It is easy for listening. It is good to showcase the piano that Norm Mayer funded for us, rather than just

being in the background. I’m excited about performing this concert.”

Admiral will lead you through Mussorgsky’s Picture at an exhibition, the most important work from the 19th century Russian national school. He will also perform popular works by Prokofieff and Sergei Rachmaninoff.

“This is a special concert because I’m playing more standard repertoire. That is enjoyable for me and hopefully enjoyable for the audience,” said Admiral. “There is a long history of Russian pianist-composers.

The music started in Germany and Austria where composers and performers were the same person. That started to change as we headed into the 20th century. Composers would write something, but

not play it. Russian composers had a particular dramatic quality in their music, suitable for ballet and opera. One is immediately struck by the incisive rhythms and sweeping melodies of Rachmaninoff.

Prokofiev is similar but with richer harmonies. It’s all great music.”

The local pianist is known throughout Canada and internationally for his artistry in solo and chamber music recitals.

He is a busy freelance artist who also has instructed courses at Augustana for 10 years and the Edmonton campus of the University of Alberta for more than 15 years.

“My concert will not be part of any classes at Augustana,” he said, “but students will be able to recognize certain elements of pieces that they can identify like exotic scales.”

Admiral performs a repertoire that spans from the 18th to 21st centuries. He is also one of Canada’s top supporters of music written by Canadian composers.

“I’m excited and glad to be part of the concert series at the Performing Arts Centre. As a musician, I want to share this great music,” said Admiral.

Recent Admiral performances include recitals with baritone Nathan Berg at Lincoln Center (New York City), contralto Marie-Nicole Lemieux at Symphony Under the Sky (Edmonton), violinist Ilya Kaler at Convocation Hall (Edmonton), violinist Guillaume Tardif at Carnegie Hall (New York City), the complete piano works of Iannis Xenakis for Vancouver New Music, and Gyorgy Ligeti’s Piano Concerto with the Victoria Symphony Orchestra conducted by Tania Miller. Admiral also coaches contemporary chamber music at the University of Alberta.

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“In our humble opinion, the Bailey offers one of the finest dance floors and very best sounding rooms in all the prairie provinces. It sounds great, so we turn it up loud,” said DJs Tom and Kevin. “A night of dancing pleasure and a place to cut loose.”

Dancing, drinking, and dressing for the occasion is encouraged – this is music to move your feet and lift your spirits. So put one in front of the other and get yourself on the floor.

The small admission fee includes a drink ticket. The bar will be open until the end of the night, serving refreshments. Drink specials will be offered all night long.

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Canadian Hairdressing Team trains here

By Lori Larsen

The Canadian Technical Hairdressing team held its first behind closed doors training session at Evolve Style Counsel Nov. 20 in preparation for the World Team Championships in Korea in March, 2016.

The team is comprised of Evolve Style Counsel owner Van, who is team captain and competitor, manager Raymond Bianchi from Ontario, trainer Richard Hathaway from Winnipeg, Rachel Fortino and Alexa Gordon, both competitors from Ontario, and Coy MacDonald, competitor from Calgary.

The team spent hours after the salon closed corroborating and creating prototypes for the competition. Unlike commercial hairdressing, this competition focuses on the passion these competitors have for the art of styling. The work is completed on mannequins and expands far beyond what is normally considered hair styling.

The creations are rich with artistic value and include makeup and wardrobe.

“Competitors at that level are a very select group of people. We span the whole country,” Van explained.

“Competition has really elevated our game and competing internationally has been part of our dream.”

The team trained again in Camrose Jan. 2 to 4.

“This is not just a one shot deal,” said Van. “These individuals will probably be coming back to Camrose quite often.”

Working together as a team affords the members the opportunity to learn from each other and draw on each other’s experience.

“Rachel Fortino is a third generation hairdresser,” said Van. “She brings a lot to the team in experience and competitive experience. Her input is a real asset for our team.”

“Alongside Rachel is Alexa. She is the newbie on the block and working with Rachel has helped to elevate her game. It is great to have young talent in with those of us who have been doing this for so long.

That shows our industry is growing and our brand is growing. We are drawing in some young talent.”

The underlying intention of the team is to compete in Korea as a cohesive unit representing Canada.

“It is about building a brand like anything else, be it a business or personal brand,” said Van. “It is branding our competitive industry and I think this year in Korea Canada will be branding itself as a strong competitive nation.

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The Canadian Technical Hairdressing team prepares for the World team championships being held in Korea in March. Pictured from left to right Raymond Bianchi (Manager from Ontario), Van (team captain and competitor), Coy MacDonald (competitor from Calgary), Alexa Gordon (competitor from Ontario) and Rachel Fortino (competitor from Ontario). Missing from the photograph (taking the photo) is Richard Hathaway (trainer from Winnipeg).

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Commercial Hairdressing is most certainly an art in it’s own right. Stylists have to balance the cut, colour, shape, proportions, texture and look itself. Combining technical with fashion, trend and the need of the consumer lends itself to even more challenges in the industry.

Add to this the desire to compete and it generates yet another level of skill.

Since its conception in 1946, Organization Mondiale Coiffure (OMC), the world professional organization for hairstylists, has held competitions for both technical and artistic competencies. Competing not only hones skills for stylists but also allows for the opportunity to showcase a passion for their craft.

“As competitors that is what we strive for – to build our industry and let it grow and competition is part of it,” said Van. “We need to spotlight what is happening here in Camrose under our noses.

People are really coming

here within the industry to excel not just as competitors, but to improve their skills.

“Competition is good for any business, even on just a local level. Within about a three block radius there are probably close to 30 salons.

We tend to group together so we can encourage growth within our industry.

“The progression of our work is continuing as competitors we are leading the way for the next generation of competitive hairdressers.”

Some of Van’s own competitive accomplishments are showcased throughout the salon. However, Van stressed the team he is competing with at the World Cup in Korea is more about the passion for the craft and coming together as a team to represent Canada.

“It is about passion and dreams and thinking beyond what we do on a day to day basis,” he said.

“No different than what an artist would do on a canvas. When you start with a blank mannequin with the canvas of hair anything is possible.”

The inspiration for the look at the Korea competition for the team is a sense of floating, light and airiness. The team is working cohesively on the looks so it can show a collection of work as opposed to individual entries.

The technical team will compete twice. The first phase of the competition is creative technical. The second phase is “hair by

night.” In this phase competitors must incorporate three hair pieces into the technical design to create a different look, including wardrobe and makeup changes.

Van keeps a collection of mannequin heads from past competitions in what he refers to as the “graveyard.”

“All the practice heads end up in the graveyard so there is a reference point to where we’ve been and where we’re going. It is not just about one head. It is the evolution of what we do and our skill level that we do to create that,” said Van. Unlike trends which are inspired by what is happening in the community with architecture, art work and fashion, this competition is not based on commercial market. It is about bold and incredible designs and colours.

The World Team Championships occur every second year with individual championships in between.

There will be four competitive groups going to the World Team Championships, each having six members.

“We are hoping as a team we can continue through into the next season but our focus while we are training is really for Korea in 2016,” said Van. While a gold medal would be welcome the team’s ultimate goal is to build on the team sport.

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The Central Alberta Realtors Association reported 259 units sold in

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Sales activity in all of Alberta fell 21.1 per cent from November 2014.

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The number of months of inventory is the number of months it would take to sell current inventories at the current rate of sales activity.

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the record November in 2014. The dollar value of home sales in all of Alberta also declined 25.3 per cent from November 2014.

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Camrose Adult Learning Council offering courses in new year

By Dan Jensen

The Camrose Adult Learning Council (CALC) will be offering several courses in the coming weeks and months to help those who are looking at entering trades or technical programs upgrade their education.

A GED (General Educational Development) Exam Preparation Course will run Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from Jan. 19 to March 31.

“It is funded through Alberta Works so if you qualify to take it there is no cost,” said CALC executive director Diane McLaren. “The calculator, and the textbook are totally free, as is the GED exam.”

The classroom is only big enough to handle nine people at a time so it is best to register early by calling 780-672-8754.

“Students need to be committed to attending and not miss any of the 100 hours of instruction,” said McLaren.

Twice a year The GED program is offered twice a year – in January and again in September.

“It is one of our most popular programs, especially now with the economy the way it is because it prepares you to write the GED exam and will definitely help you get a job,” said McLaren.

The program may not be the answer for those who are just a couple of courses shy of obtaining their high school diploma.

“When people come to see us we look at their transcripts and see how many courses they need to complete their diploma,” said McLaren. “If they need two or three courses we encourage them to go for their diploma.

If they have only finished Grade 11 and are short 10 courses the GED program might be the best way to go, especially if they are over 22, which is the age you have to start paying for the high school courses

yourself at around $600 or $700 apiece.”

Academic upgrading CALC’s 12-week online academic upgrading program offered in conjunction with Norquest College offers learners the opportunity to upgrade their math or language arts skills before they tackle a high school course.

“The course is aimed primarily at those people who are working and have child care issues and can’t make the three nights a week commitment required with the GED course,” said McLaren.

“The cost is quite reasonable at just $213 plus a $20 textbook and you get to meet with a tutor once a week for two hours.”

Many of the trade and technical schools will take a GED certificate as an entrance requirement.

“They might require a math or English course as well so we are working on providing assistance in that area as well,” said McLaren. “We will definitely help people find what they need and decide on the best course of action. Sometimes all they need is just to talk to somebody and find out what they should do or how they should do it.”

Pre trades upgrading CALC also provides tutoring for the 12-week online pre-trades math and science course, and the prep for practical nurse math course, both of which are available through Norquest College and can be taken at any time. Most of the tutors are teachers who specialize in subjects like math, science and English.

“It’s nice for the students to have a tutor that they can speak with on a regular basis if they have difficulty understanding a concept,” said McLaren.

CALC will be hosting free career planning workshops between the hours of 1 and 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 18 and March 14, and resume writing workshops on Wednesday from 9 to 11 a.m.

Students taking the GED Exam Preparation and online courses may be eligible for financial assistance through the Rotary Club of Camrose Daybreak.

Technical workshops CALC and Staples are partnering to offer you an opportunity to upgrade your tech skills.

An iPhone Basics workshop will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Jan. 18, a PC Computer Basics workshop from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Jan. 25, and a Mac Computer Basics workshop from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Feb. 1.

“All workshops are at an introductory level and are perfect for new users or struggling users,” said McLaren. “Bring your tech device and learn how to use it. The instructor is a tech student at the Augustana Campus.”

More information on the courses is available at www.camroselearning. com.

Managing Money CALC is partnering with the City of Camrose to offer a Managing My Money course that will cover topics such as how to track spending, personal priorities, managing temptations, how emotions affect spending, debt reduction, finding ways to save money, credit, basic investing and the benefits and incentives of RESPs and RRSPs. The course may be taken as two full day sessions from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 and March 4, or as eight weekly sessions from 1 to 2:30 p.m. between Jan 21 and March 24.

“The City of Camrose has a poverty reduction strategy and part of reducing poverty is helping people learn how to better manage the money they do have,” said McLaren.

“Even if you feel that you are good with money you can learn something with this course.”

To register call McLaren at 780-672-8754 or email calc@camroselearning. com.

Admiral showcases Russian classics Continued from page 16

“This (LPAC) is a community place, so this is a chance share music with Camrose, people form outside of the city and those from Edmonton. My concert is only happening here and we want more of that,” said Admiral. “I was invited and I will be honoured to play. This concert series is a good opportunity not only for myself, but is a

way of bringing in other artists, which is beneficial for the students and the community.”

Winner of the Canadian Music Competition and the Sir Ernest MacMillan Memorial Award, Admiral studied at the Royal Conservatory of Music (Toronto), University of Western Ontario and the University of Alberta (where he

graduated with a Doctor of Music degree).

Admiral also performs as part of Kovalis Duo with Montreal percussionist Philip Hornsey.

For more information, visit rogeradmiral. com. Tickets are available online at boxoffice@ camroselive.ca or at the Lougheed Centre by calling 780-608-2922.

Ines Mine Erskine February 28, 1930 – January 7, 2016 Ines Mine Erskine of Camrose, formerly of Williams Lake, BC, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at the age of 85 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Daisy (Ray) Leduc of Camrose, Susan Paterson of Camrose, and Allan Busch of Toronto; and six grandchildren.

Ines was predeceased by her first husband Hugo Busch; second husband Ron Erskine; two brothers, and four sisters.

A Come and Go will be held at 6308-39 Avenue, Camrose on Saturday, January 16, 2016 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

Camrose and Daysland was in care of the arrangements Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”

Memorial Poems Now available for publication in The Camrose Booster.

Ask for our 24-page booklet of poetry. Words of comfort to remember someone special.

In loving memory of my dear husband

Arnold Scabar who passed away on January 17, 2015 In a quiet country graveyard Where the gentle breezes blow Lies the one I love so dearly Whom I lost one year ago.

His resting place I visit And put flowers there with care, But no one knows the heartache As I turn and leave him there.

My thoughts are always with you, Arnold, Your place no one can fill.

In life, I loved you dearly, In death, I love you still.

I know you walk beside me And when my life is through, I pray that God will take my hands And lead me straight to you.

Always sadly missed and lovingly remembered, your wife Carolyn and family

In family of

Fred Rainey …would like to thank family and friends for all the support during Fred’s illness and recent passing. Thanks for the food, flowers and memorial donations. Thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at Tofield Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose.

We would also like to thank Pastor Kevin Langager and Pastor Fred Tober for the caring visits and wonderful service.

Thank you to Burgar Funeral Home for their professional help with the service.

– Shirley Stensrud and family and Rainey Family

In loving memory of

Glen Charles Kerik who passed away on January 11, 2002 Love lives on forever It will never fade away For in our hearts our loved one Is with us every day.

Forever loved, Mom and family

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CAMROSE AND DAYSLAND Kathleen Ann Throndson November 12, 1932 January 6, 2016

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Laura Olsen Laura Margaret Olsen of Camrose, AB passed away on January 5, 2016 at the age of 91 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her two sons Randy of Camrose and Darcy (Kris) of Gull Lake; two grandsons Rob (Colleen) of Leduc and Mike (Brittany) of Strathmore; two granddaughters Kari Holden of Gull Lake and Nicole (Tony) Schirok of Calgary; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous family and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband Clarence; sister Leona Eggenburger; and three brothers Lloyd, Ira and Arnold Smith.

Laura Smith was born on January 18, 1924 on the family farm southwest of New Norway. As a young women, she worked at the General Store in New Norway until marrying Clarence Olsen on October 12, 1948. They lived on the family farm six miles west of Ferintosh, working hand in hand and side by side. It was a life of hard work and ups and downs. There was a partnership made strong by love’s determination. She worked hard but always had time for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, canning and baking. She always made sure anyone who stopped by was welcomed and well fed.

Laura had a special love for her community and was always ready to lend a helping hand. She belonged to many organizations that helped and served the community. She also was an avid curler, playing for many years on a local ladies’ team.

She and Clarence retired and moved to Camrose in 1987. There she continued to garden, bake and warmly welcome family and friends. Her door was always open.

Her final months were spent at Bethany Meadows in Camrose, where she was cared for with love and compassion. Our sincere gratitude goes to the staff at Spruce Cottage.

A memorial service took place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel in Camrose with Rev. Bill Harder officiating. Interment has taken place at Central Valley Cemetery, Ferintosh.

Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Kathleen (Kay) Throndson of Camrose, AB passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at the age of 83 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Bev Throndson of Leduc; son Steve Throndson of Edmonton; granddaughter Sarah (Jay) Schultz of Standard, AB; grandson Ben (Jess) Burrell of Beaumont, AB; greatgrandchildren Braden and Ethan Schultz, and Abigail and Hank Burrell; brothers Don and Ken Rasmussen; sister Viola Throndson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Kathleen was predeceased by her husband Wilbur; parents Robert and Violet Rasmussen; brothers Adair and Gordon Rasmussen; sister Gladys Osness; and son-in-law Tim Burrell.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. from Messiah Lutheran Church with Bev Swanson officiating.

Inurnment will take place at Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose at a later date.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff at Juniper Lodge, in the Louise Jensen Center, for their kind, loving and compassionate care over the past four years.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 10985-124 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9.

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February 26, 1922 - January 4, 2016 Doris Helen Foss of Camrose, AB passed away on the morning of January 4, 2016 at the age of 93. Doris was born on February 26, 1922 to Mable and Charles Fergstad of Round Hill, AB. Her growing up years were shared with her older siblings Marie and Charlie on a farm just outside of Round Hill. Doris was very athletic, qualifying for Track and Field Provincials in Calgary, AB at age 17.

She was an avid ball player. Baseball and hockey were her favourite TV shows in later years.

In 1942, Doris married Casper Foss, also of Round Hill. Casper was in the Air Force at the time, so the next three years found them moving a great deal. In 1944, they had their first child Richard (Dick), in 1947, Linda and in 1951, Avis. After the war, they returned to Round Hill and in 1950, moved to Camrose where they lived until 1963 when they moved to a farm two miles south of Camrose. After Casper’s passing, Doris moved back to Camrose.

Doris loved sewing, crafts, gardening and games of all kinds – especially cards. She was also a very talented cake decorator and in later years, took a course and became even more amazing at her hobby, from which all her family and friends benefited.

She was a much-loved wife, wonderful mother and adored grandmother, and her humour and good nature will be remembered by all who knew her.

Doris was predeceased by her husband Casper; her son Dick; grandson Craig; great-grandson Joshua; sister Marie; and brother Charlie. She leaves to mourn her daughters Linda (Rick) and Avis (John); daughter-in-law Diana; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and extended family and friends.

The family would like to thank Pine Cottage staff and nurses for their wonderful care, and an especially warm thank you to Mom’s caregiver, Connie Christiansen – “her fourth daughter”.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Cancer Foundation or the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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In loving memory of

Alex Staldeker April 9, 1928 – January 12, 2015 One year has passed Since God called you away, But still we miss you Each and every day.

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We miss you, Dad, And always will, For though you’ve gone, We love and miss you still.

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Blanche Donalda Schwab

Ronald (Ron) Arthur Veale November 20, 1953 – Camrose, AB November 23, 2015 – Calgary, AB

In loving memory of

Rev. Dr. Arnold Hagen March 29, 1920 – January 12, 2014 Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure…

You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure…

Lovingly remembered by Ruth Hagen and family In loving memory of my Mum

Anne Matzen who passed away on January 13, 2005 Mum, you gave me many things in life, Gifts both great and small, But most of all, you gave me love, Always the greatest gift of all.

A life that touches the hearts of others lives on forever.

Always loved and remembered, Hazel In loving memory of

J. Dennis Johnson who passed away on January 11, 2011 Softly the leaves of memory fall Gently we gather and treasure them all.

Unseen, unheard, you are very near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

Forever loved and missed, Mom and Dad, Rodger and Evelyn, David and Shiela and nieces and nephews

Ronald (Ron) Arthur Veale of Calgary passed away on Monday, November 23, 2015 at the age of 62 years.

Born in Camrose on November 20, 1953, Ron graduated from Camrose Composite High School in the class of 1971. He attended the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) from which he graduated in 1973. Ron spent much of his career in telecommunications and he resided in various cities across Alberta, including Camrose, Edmonton, and Leduc, before settling in Calgary.

Ron was the Alberta Director for the Canadian Association of Rocketry and an active member with the National Association of Rocketry and Aero Space Museum of Calgary. Ron loved astronomy, rocketry, technology, science, crustaceans, sci-fi movies, and he thought that everything tasted better with hot sauce. Ron enjoyed flying rockets and looking up at the stars, especially when he was RVing. He also enjoyed travelling; his most memorable travels were his niece’s wedding in Jamaica in 2006 and a family vacation in Barbados. Ron had a special bond with his dogs, Max, Cedar and Mocha.

Ron is survived by his brother, Marvin Veale of Camrose, AB; his sister-in-law, Linda Veale of Crossfield, AB; his nephews, Duane (Aura) Veale of Surrey, BC and Brian (Jyl) Veale of Wolfville, NS; his niece, Sharilyn (Jason) Theriault of Camrose, AB; and special great-nieces, Olivia and Rachel Veale of Wolfville, NS. He is also survived by his close friends, Carl and Lois Franke and his goddaughter Maria Franke, all of Wetaskiwin, AB. Ron is remembered by his father-in-law, Tom Haselwood, and friend, Judy Haselwood of Camrose, AB. Ron was predeceased by his parents Art and Grace Veale of Camrose, AB; mother-in-law Lydia Haselwood of Camrose, AB; and niece Macala Kneeland.

A Celebration of Ron’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, AB) on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. Graveside Service will be held at Camrose Valleyview Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

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When thoughts go back as they often do, We treasure the memories we have of you.

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Blanche Donalda Schwab of Camrose, AB passed away peacefully on January 2, 2016 at the age of 81 years. She was born at Vimy, AB on April 14, 1934 to parents Louis and Marie McDonald, becoming the second child of three born to Marie, and adding to the three brothers and one sister born to Louis McDonald and his first wife Ethel Moffat who died of TB in 1921.

Blanche married Ignatius Schwab on April 22, 1953 in Grosmont, AB. Blanche loved everything about babies, and with the help of Ignatius and their faith and love in God, proceeded to begin a family culminating in five sons and seven daughters (the second youngest, Joanne, dying in infancy). Blanche and Ignatius began married life farming in the Baptiste Lake area in Alberta.

They then moved to Estevan, and then to Gravelbourg, and then to Assiniboia, all in Southern Saskatchewan where Ignatius worked as a carpenter and Blanche cared for their growing family. Blanche loved plants and always had a large garden. Blanche would start plants in the house in the spring of each year and, no matter how busy she was, she always made time for flowers.

Blanche and Ignatius, along with their family of ten children, moved to Camrose in 1969, where Ignatius continued as a carpenter and cabinetmaker. They moved to an acreage east of Camrose where they raised chickens, turkeys, pigs, cows and, of course, numerous plants. Ignatius built a small greenhouse attached to the garage for Blanche to grow her bedding out garden plants, but now there was also more room to grow flowers needed to help sustain one’s inner peace. When people would stop by to visit, the first question would often be, “Are any for sale?” So Ignatius began selling plants and Eastside Enterprises Greenhouse was founded.

They continued their greenhouse business for many years, making numerous improvements before retiring to Camrose. She was a good cook, jam and picklemaker, as well as an excellent baker attested to by her many grandchildren who loved her gingersnaps and Tortierre (pork meat pie), as well as the especially delicious home-grown apple pies.

Ignatius passed away in 2005, and Blanche continued to garden at their home in Camrose. In 2011, Blanche moved to Sunrise Village in Camrose, becoming its first resident and had the honor of cutting the ribbon at the opening ceremonies. Later in life, Blanche developed Parkinson’s disease and passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at Sunrise Village in the early morning of January 2, 2016.

Blanche was predeceased by her parents; two sisters Ethel Hill and Agnes Koehler; three brothers Malcolm “Scotty” McDonald, Lyle McDonald and Louis McDonald; infant daughter Joanne; and husband Ignatius.

She is survived by her brother Wally “Wallace” McDonald; six daughters Helen (Ken) Hutsel, Donna (Marvin) Johanson, Karen (Darryl) Veleti, Marilyn Schwab, Deane (Dave) McGrath, Brenda (Steve) Alward; five sons Wayne (Corinne), David (Kathy), Kenny, Michael (Cathy) and Douglas (Shawna); 23 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.

A prayer vigil was held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel in Camrose. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 8, 2016 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Camrose with Father Larry Pedersen presiding. Interment followed at Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Parkinson’s Society or to Canadian Blood Services.

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Primary Care Network Year in Review

By Stacey L. Strilchuk, executive director, Camrose Primary Care Network

Once again, I am pleased to highlight a few Camrose Primary Care Network (PCN) success stories from the past year.

This year marked the second year of our 2014-17 business plan.

Since 2008, we have seen our physician membership continue to grow.

We are now a team of 42 family doctors and 29 health care providers. In January, three new physicians were also recruited to practice at the Camrose Smith Clinic, including Dr. Leslie, Dr. Pasha and Dr. Anizoba. In 2015, the PCN said goodbye to Dr. Cook who retired. We wish him and his family all the best.

This multidisciplinary team of family physicians and health care providers, each working to their full scope of practice, make up your “health home,” serving an estimated 35,000 individuals within the PCN catchment area including the City of Camrose, Camrose, Beaver and Flagstaff County.

The Camrose PCN family physicians and health care providers continue to offer collaborative and comprehensive team-based patient care of which I am very proud. In addition to the multidisciplinary team based in Camrose, LPNs and RNs are now practicing alongside our family physicians in Bashaw, Hardisty, Killam, Daysland and Forestburg. Additional RN support is scheduled to commence in Tofield in 2016.

In the early months of 2015, the long standing PCN Virtual Trek campaign changed its look as we collaborated with 10 Edmonton and Area PCN’s for the Get Out Get Active Campaign. In February, as part of the Walkable Camrose Committee, we were very pleased to host a very successful Full Moon Walk on Winter Walk Day. The PCN also hosted a very popular Fall Prevention event in May, with over 100 local seniors attending to take in a presentation from Dr. Val Smith. Dr. Smith continues to successfully lead our Geriatric Assessment and Fall Prevention Programs, with referrals increasing on a regular basis.

In the fall of 2015, the PCN also changed its weekly prenatal clinic day to Thursdays to enhance our delivery of patient care. Referrals continue to be steady as our multidisciplinary team of PCN family physicians and

The opening of the Outdoor Gym was one of the highlights of the year for the Primary Care Network.

healthcare providers care for patients during their pregnancies.

Inquiries for the Car Seat Program have increased, and the New Moms’ Network program continues to be popular and well attended.

PCN supported Grief and Bereavement workshops also continued in 2015. This year in addition to Camrose, a workshop was also hosted in Tofield with the support of the Tofield and Area Health Services Foundation. The Palliative and End of Life Care Community of Practice was also initiated by the PCN in 2015, with a number of key healthcare and community stakeholders coming to the table on a regular basis to discuss Palliative and End of Life Care programs and services.

Community awareness and engagement continued to be a focus for the Camrose PCN in 2015, with participation in Camrose Interagency, Flagstaff Family and Community Support Services, the Camrose Physician Attraction and Retention Committee, Camrose and District Hospice Society, Tofield Health Foundation, Camrose Seniors’ Coalition, Walkable Camrose, Camrose Family Violence Response Council, Community Oncology Camrose Community of Practice, and the Elder Safe Battle River Steering Committee.

The focus on collaboration and partnership was

no more evident than with the grand opening of the Camrose Outdoor Gym, which was made possible due to the Camrose PCN receiving the 2014 Alberta Blue Cross Healthy Communities Grant. In collaboration with the City of Camrose and the Camrose Healthy Lifestyle Coalition, and with support from the Camrose Rotary Daybreak Club, the free, multi-use accessible facility celebrated the grand opening in September.

Representatives from the Government of Alberta, Alberta Blue Cross, the City of Camrose and other key community stakeholders were all in attendance to celebrate the addition of the gym to the community.

In the late fall of this year, we were excited to officially announce our partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) in support of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Atrial Fibrillation screening and management within our PCN catchment area.

I very much appreciate the support and look forward to working with Boehringer and our community stakeholders on this important initiative.

During Family Doctor Week in November, the PCN rolled out a large campaign to educate people in our catchment area on the importance of having a family doctor, notifying them of their attachment to the PCN, and providing information on

accessing programs and services as part of their Health Home. It has been very well received and I would like to thank all of our associated clinics for supporting this important initiative.

In 2016, the PCN will continue to strive to ensure every individual has and is formally linked to a family physician and health home. The PCN will also continue to focus on patient centered care within each of its priority initiatives including: prevention, chronic disease management, women’s health, obstetrics and newborn care, geriatrics as well as palliative and end of life care.

At this time, I also wish to acknowledge one our PCN associated clinics – the Smith Clinic – for receiving the 2015 Panel Award at the Toward Optimized Practice (TOP) and the Alberta College of Family Physicians (ACFP) Change Agents’ Day in Calgary in November. This award recognized teams who have championed the work of patient panel (identified/ verified and/or managed patient panel lists).

This year, the Camrose PCN continued to make it a priority to attend village, town, city and county councils within its catchment area to share information about current PCN programming and discuss how the PCN and rural communities can work together to

strengthen and enhance the primary care health outcomes of residents. I would like to thank each of the councils for scheduling time for me on their agendas. I certainly appreciated the opportunity and look forward to returning on an annual basis to provide updates and share success stories.

At this time I wish to thank the Camrose LPCI board of directors for their direction and work in ensuring effective governance structures continue to be in place for accountability at all levels within the PCN. PCN accountability and effectiveness remain a priority and goal. The 2015 directors include Dr. Nichol, Dr. Letley, Dr. Pasha, Dr. Bredesen and Dr. Niemann.

I also wish to thank our joint governance representatives Andrea Thain Liptak and Leanne Grant for their continued support. I appreciate your level of commitment to the Camrose PCN as well as continued advocating for funding and compensation models that are sufficient and appropriate to support PCN team based care.

I am excited for 2016 as we look to sustain and strengthen current partnerships as well as initiate and establish new relationships to offer quality primary care. It is certainly a privilege serving as the Camrose executive director.

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Dodge Journey The ultimate combination of form and function

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The 2016 Dodge Journey at Camrose Chrysler offers the rare balance of versatility, performance and comfort.

“It’s a crossover that’s as equally prepared for the everyday excursions as it is for those they write home about,” said Camrose Chrysler sales manager Michael Bowman. “It is designed with an amazing degree of versatility and is bursting with technology, comfort and upscale details.”

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Balancing tires involves equalizing the weight of the combined tire and wheel assembly so that each tire spins smoothly on the road.

Tires are mounted on the wheel assembly, and the chances of this assembly having precise weight distribution is nearly impossible without a little help. The slightest imbalance in the tires, even as little as half an ounce, can be felt by drivers. Unequal mass can make tires wobble, causing noticeable vibrations.

Mechanics will test tire balance by putting it on a balancing machine. The machine will spin the tire and determine the tire’s heaviest point. Counteracting weights will be placed on the tire hubs to create a more uniform balance of weight.

Lead weights are often used, but some are being phased out for other metals, such as zinc, because of the medical and environmental implications of lead.

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Misaligned tires also may cause the vehicle to pull to the left or right. Drivers who notice their steering wheel is off-centre or vibrating when they are driving may need to adjust their tires’ alignment.

Camber, or the inward or outward angle of the tire when viewed from the front of the vehicle, will be adjusted. In addition, “toe,” or the extent to which the tires turn inward or outward when viewed from above, will be adjusted. Caster angle also helps balance steering, stability and cornering. Caster is the angle of your steering axis when viewed from the side of your vehicle.

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Library managers from across Alberta meet in Camrose

By Dan Jensen

Members of the Alberta Public Library Administrators’ Council (APLAC) were impressed with what they saw when they visited Camrose Public Library.

“It is a fantastic facility,” said Parkland Regional Librarian consulting librarian Rhonda O’Neill. “There is a lot of programming that is done here and the director, Deb Cryderman has a lot of energy. I am excited about all the changes she has made over the last two years and all the new ideas she has implemented.”

APLAC meets three times a year to share new ideas and discuss management issues.

“We hold our meetings at different libraries each time to see how they operate,” said council chair Sharon Siga. “We meet in the Calgary area in the spring, the Edmonton area in the fall. This past summer we were at Lac LaBiche.”

APLAC members are excited about the new directions libraries are starting to move and are eager to show that they are more than just places to pick up a book or brush up on literacy skills.

“I would say it is a really exciting time to be in public libraries,” said Siga, who is chief executive officer of the library for Strathcona County.

“There are a lot of new libraries being built by supportive communities because really, public libraries are about community development. At the Strathcona library we are seeing a lot of people who are coming in for career help,

Members of the Alberta Public Library Administrators’ Council who met in Camrose are: left to right, seated, Deb Cryderman, Camrose Public Library; Jean Keetch, Rimbey Public Library; Allison Stewart, Stoney Plain Public Library; Caroline Vandriel, Sylvan Lake Public Library; Jeri Maitland, Cochrane Public Library; Michelle Toombs, Marigold Regional Library; left to right, standing, Mary Zazelenchuk, Stettler Public Library; Pam Medland, Airdrie Public Library; Elaine Dickie, Barrhead Public Library; Matthew Barabash, Innisfail Public Library; Shelley Ross, Medicine Hat Public Library; Tammy Svenningsen, Spruce Grove Public Library; Carley Binder, Blackfalds Public Library; Sharon Siga, Strathcona Public Library; Maureen Curry, Grande Prairie Public Library; Maureen Penn, Lac La Biche; Kim Johnson, PLSB; Jen Anderson, PLSB; back row, left to right, Rhonda O’Neill, Parkland Regional Library; Grant Chaney, The Alberta Library; and David Larsen, Fort Saskatchewan Public Library.

something that we know is really relevant. We have a lot of people who come into the library with a drivers’ abstract, for example who need assistance in scanning it and attaching it to their resume so they can apply for a job. Not everyone is comfortable in a digital environment and do what we can to make them more fluent.”

Lac LaBiche County diirector of library services Maureen Penn assists students with digital literacy by going into schools and teaching them how to do proper Internet searches so when they are given an assignment they don’t have to do it over again because of the sources used.

“There are sites out

there that definitely have a bias and are not suitable for their projects,” said Penn.

Siga said the introduction of more audio materials has been a challenge for many libraries trying to balance the those formats with the more traditional items.

“We have basically had to add a new tier of service on top of the physical items.

We now have all kinds of items that can be downloaded on the computer, whether it be music, audiobooks or movies.”

O’Neill feels libraries are important as they provide a sense of belonging.

“You don’t have to pay to come to the library,” she said. “You can meet people who are interested in what you are interested in and

you can find new things of interest as well.”

Siga sees libraries as safe places where people can choose to be alone and immerse themselves in information or get together with others for meetings.

“So often the community is benefitting from things that happen in the library that we aren’t organizing,” she said. “In our case (Strathcona County) tutors often make appointments to meet with students.

There is a lot of training that happens because everyone is comfortable in coming and everyone feels welcome.”

Penn noted that the library at Lac LaBiche, in addition to offering separate rooms for study and tutor-

ing, offers exam proctoring services completely free of charge.

“The only thing we ask for is a donation if we have to mail something back and there is a cost involved there,” she said. That breaks down some of the costs for the students so they don’t have to pay $250 plus the transportation costs if they had to write the exam in Edmonton or Fort McMurray.”

Siga said libraries are committed to assisting with lifelong learning starting with the littlest kids.

“We have people coming to the library of all ages.

Everybody gets together and is treated equally, and there is a lovely sense of community.”

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Kodiaks back on track in hunt for first place

By Murray Green

The Camrose Kodiaks started the New Year off right with three straight victories on Jan. 2, 3 and 5.

Not only is the streak up to three games, but the Kodiaks have scored five goals in each of the three matches after the break.

Paul Lovsin garnered a hat trick and Nelson Gadoury collected three assists to pace the Camrose attack in a 5-1 win over the Lloydminster Bobcats. Lovsin and Cole McBride scored in the opening period.

Defenceman T.J. Brown and Lovsin, on a shorthanded marker, netted goals in the second, and Lovsin completed his hat trick in the third frame before the Bobcats scored on a power play.

His third goal was also on a shorthanded play.

Goalie Patrick Gora had a busy night making 36 saves on 37 shots in the Camrose net. The Kodiaks fired 19 shots on goal.

Camrose tamed the Calgary Mustangs 5-2 and doused the Drumheller Dragons 5-1 as they focus on the first place Brooks Bandits in the southern division of the Alberta Junior Hockey League.

Estian Coetzee solidified the victory over the Mustangs with two goals after teammates Gadoury, Brown and Ryan Hartman opened the scoring in the first period on Sunday.

Camrose came out flying to out shoot the Mustangs 20-9 in the opening frame and 43-31 in the game. Goalie Brodan Salmond made 29 saves in the Kodiaks’ net.

Ryan Rebelato of the Camrose Kodiaks challenges a Calgary Mustang player for the puck in recent hockey action at the EnCana Arena. The Kodiaks started the New Year off with three straight victories as they focus on chasing the Brooks Bandits for the number one spot in the southern division of the Alberta Junior Hockey League. Camrose hosts the Olds Grizzlys in the next home game on Jan. 22. The game supports the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

Five different players collected single markers to put out the Dragons’ fire in the first game after the holiday break.

Defenceman Trevor Costello netted the only tally in the first period. Gadoury and Ethan James garnered power play markers in the middle frame as the Kodiaks built up a 3-0 lead.

In the third, Mackenzie Bauer and Tanner Younghans scored between a Drumheller goal.

Gora turned away 36 of the 37 shots directed his way. The Kodiaks fired 35 shots at the Dragons’ net.

Bear facts

The Kodiaks have a five game road swing with two games scheduled in Canmore, and one each in Fort

McMurray and Bonnyville between Jan. 8 and 16.

The Kodiaks return for a Jan. 22 game in the EnCana Arena with the Olds Grizzlys starting at 7 p.m.

“This is an opportunity to watch great Kodiaks hockey and support the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation at the

same time,” said Kodiaks coach and general manager Boris Rybalka.

“Limited edition, game-worn Kodiaks’ jerseys will be auctioned off after the home team battles the Olds Grizzlys.

Proceeds from Meridian Day with the Kodiaks will benefit the children’s hospital.”

Augustana Vikings ready for second half of season

By Murray Green

The Augustana Vikings hockey team is totally focused on the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference playoffs now that it is in second place.

Vikings leading scorer Connor McLaughlin knows the team has two goals in mind.

“We are happy where we are at as we head into the second half. NAIT is going to be hard to catch, but it is our goal to stay right up there with them,” said McLaughlin, who has 22 points in 14 games. “We want a bye in the first round of the playoffs. Sometimes it is hard to remained focused, but we have to make sure we win the games we should win first against teams lower in the standings.”

There are four or five teams that are close in the standings. They could be vying for the remaining playoff spots.

“With so many good teams it shouldn’t be hard to be focused for every game,” McLaughlin said. “We want

the second game, and play well for three periods instead of two, I think we will have a good chance.”

Augustana hosts the Portage Voyageurs in the next home game at EnCana Arena on Jan. 15. The game starts at 7:30 p.m.

Volleyball

The Augustana Vikings women’s and men’s volleyball teams are ready for the next home games against the King’s Eagles on Jan. 15 at 6 and 8 p.m.

Basketball

to win every game to prepare for NAIT.” Augustana was the only team to earn a point from NAIT. The Ooks were perfect in earning 32 points in 16 games. Augustana followed with 25 points.

“If we want to win the

championship, and that’s the team’s goal, we have to beat them in the playoffs,” said McLaughlin. “We had a lead on them and blew the game against them. We have the team that can go out there and beat them. It will be a case of if we come out ready

to play them. In each practice we prepare like we are going up against the best team in the league. When we played NAIT, I could see us improve from the first game we played them to the next game. If we keep improving and play the way we did in

The Augustana Vikings men’s basketball teams hosted the Montana State University Northern Lights in a two-game series to prepare for the second half.

The women’s and men’s Vikings start the second half of the season against the Lakeland Rustlers on Jan. 16 at 6 and 8 p.m.

Curling Augustana’s women’s and men’s curling teams will be entered in the winter regional tournament hosted

by Concordia in Edmonton on Jan. 29 and 30.

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SEE THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 28 for more classified ads about cars, trucks, campers, RVs, automotive services and ATVs OUR COMMUNITY AND COUNTRY NEEDS HELP – and the sick and needy need prayers. Prayers are answered, especially in groups. Jesus said when two or three people are gathered together, prayers are answered. Please visit us weekly on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. for our Non-Denominational Prayer Group. Meets for one hour.

Call Dallas at 780-672-1224.

Each Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. we hold a health group with information on how we may be able to assist you with certain health ailments. Come and visit us and let us know how we can assist you. Following our health group, at 3:00 p.m. if you are interested, we hold a Non-Denominational Bible Study. To learn more visit us. Both the above are held at 4703-48 Street. Call Shirley, 780-678-9634 for more information. Fellowship and a light supper are held afterwards if you wish to join us. Everyone welcome.

THE DR. “MAC” SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND for post-graduate education in nursing is accepting memorials. To donate or for applications and information, please write to AARN Education Trust Fund. 11620-168 St., Edmonton, AB T5M 4A6.

VALENTINE’S GALA/ FUNNY MONEY CASINO – Feb. 13, 2016, 6:00 p.m., Hay Lakes Rec Centre. Roast beef dinner/Cash bar. Tickets $50 each (18+). For tickets/info call 780-878-2665 or email: haylakeslibrary@prl.ab.ca B E R E AV E M E N T SUPPORT GROUP – For those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Monday evenings: February 1 - March 28, 2016, (no group Feb. 15), 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Sponsored by Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital. To register, please call Shelly Dalueg: 780679-2793 by January 22, 2016.

LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE – Family smorg style breakfast at Moose Family Center, Sunday, January 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Adults, $7.00; Students, $6.00.

ENGAGEMENTS

YOU’RE INVITED to a Wedding Shower for Tannis Yuha and Buck McMillan on Saturday, January 17, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at the Rosalind Dropin Centre. Ladies, please bring lunch.

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LOST THAT LOVING FEELING? Find it with a personal ad in The Camrose Booster classifieds. Ph. 780-672-3142.

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.

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

THANKS

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK our family, friends and the community for the outpouring of support during the holiday season. Many thanks to everyone who has come by the house with food, flowers and for a visit. Being surrounded by such loving friends and family has made this sudden loss a little easier to bear. Thank you to the Rosalind Fire Department, the EMS and STARS for your quick response that evening. Thank you Scott Langille for all of your help that night and at the funeral home. It was nice to have another pair of ears to catch anything we may have missed. Thank you to all who came out to celebrate Garrett’s life. Your hugs, words of support and sympathy cards were very comforting. The room full of hockey jerseys looked great! He would have loved it – especially those who donned the Flames jersey when that would probably have been the last thing you would have ever worn! Thank you to Shannon Barber and Theresa Kruchten for the fitting eulogy. I know he was smiling down on us!

Tyler Vollrath: thank you for your beautiful music during the service. Thank you to Bart Orr and Burgar Funeral Home for helping make Garrett’s service so fitting for him. Having a friendly face there with us made the process easier. To Bill Harder, thank you for your kind words and for truly portraying who Garrett really was. Thank you to A-1 Catering for the lovely lunch afterwards. In lieu of thank you cards, a donation has been made to Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

Garrett will be missed dearly but never, ever forgotten. Thank you all! – Mark, Tammy and Wyatt Langille

HELP WANTED TIRAS DAIRIES, INC. REQUIRES F/T MILK PROCESSING SUPERVISOR NOC 9213 – Hours may vary.

Morning, afternoon or evening shift work. Must have 5-7 years’ supervisory experience in the food and beverage industry. Extensive knowledge in the operation of HTST pasteurization processing and CIP/SIP systems is required, along with a working knowledge of HACCP and CFIA regulations. Supervisor will prepare production and other reports, and manage inventory control. Duties may include training staff in cheese production following GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices). A knowledge of preventive maintenance of machinery and equipment is required. Starting wage is $22/ hr., no benefits. Please submit resumé in person or by mail to: Tiras Dairies Inc., 3712-42 Ave., Camrose, AB T4V 4W3; or fax to 780-608-2492.

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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 DSS CONSTRUCTION Don’t put off those projects any longer! Give me a call and we can plan together.

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H I LL BI LLY’S YA R D CARE – Now Booking for Snow Removal • Yard Maintenance • Lawn mowing • Eavestrough • Spring and Fall Clean-up • Aerating • Landscaping • Snow Removal • Garbage Disposal (Incl. animal waste) • Tree and Hedge Trimming and Removal • Ice Removal • And everything in between! For all your yard care needs, call Joey Leslie at 780-678-0518.

SPEEDY SERVICES – Lawn, garden repair; Tune-ups and blade sharpening; Garbage, snow, tree removal; Home renos, power sweeping; Moving. Call 780-678-9772.

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FOR RENT FOR RENT ADS NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY! CAMROSE MOOSE HALL FOR RENT Ideal for weddings, banquets, any celebration or special occasion.

Call 780-672-2505 TWO-BEDROOM, TWO BATH upper level of up-anddown duplex, 4911A-69 Street.

No smoking, no pets. $1,300/mo.

Call Sean, 780-608-6310.

PRIME DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE – 4979-50 St. 600 sq. ft. on second floor with elevator access. Includes lobby, two separate offices and lunchroom. $800/mo. including utilities. Ph. 780-679-5085.

SECOND FLOOR OFFICE SPACE ON MAIN STREET, CAMROSE Smaller, recently developed 146 sq. ft. office.

Reasonably priced at $155.61 monthly, all inclusive. Nice, quiet neighbours.

Call the fairest and most reasonable people in the business, Blain or Don, at 780-672-3142.

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 MAIN FLOOR OFFICE SPACE IN DOWNTOWN CAMROSE Newer building, quiet, peaceful, nice neighbours Generous office, 192 sq. ft., $310.88 monthly, including utilities Call the fairest and most reasonable people in the business, Blain or Don at 780-672-3142 ASPEN TERRACE Welcome Home!

Modern, spacious, clean Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, in-suite washer/dryer, elevator Heat, hot water, parking included Pet friendly In quiet surroundings All amenities within walking distance Senior friendly 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

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CLASSIFIED ADS (Continued) TWO-BEDROOM, TWOBATH HOUSE – Clean, new paint and carpet, great area with trees. Carport, back yard parking. Great storage. Near amenities. Reference required.

No pets, smokers, partiers.

Available immediately. $1,075/ mo. plus utilities and DD. 780672-6122, 780-608-6783.

THREE-BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE – Within walking distance of university and downtown.

Utilities included. 780-855-2240.

STUDENTS’ ROOMS FOR RENT – Female students preferred. Rooms for rent in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $550 $600/mo. plus DD and includes WiFi and all utilities. They are partially furnished and include shared laundry. Some rooms are fully furnished for international students. No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Please call Dave P., 780-678-6163.

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 MAIN STREET RETAIL SPACE – Ground floor retail space located in high traffic, southerly area of main street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space available at 4868-50 Street on February 1.

Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $12.84/sq, ft./yr, plus share of property taxes, utilities and insurance boils out to about $2,400 monthly. Exact figure will be determined at time of occupancy. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

SHORELINE APTS. – 4828-54 St. One-bedroom w/ south facing balcony in quiet, adult building w/elevator. Heat and complimentary laundry included. No smoking, no pets.

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Family • Achievement • Integrity • Respect

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Quality Training • Incentive Programs Benefits or Bonus Program

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The Norsemen’s award-winning kitchen requires cooks. Here’s a terrific opportunity to learn, grow and work on your career.

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Available Positions • Assistant Manager – Full-time / shift work, Minimum 3 years’ Tim Hortons management experience, $17.00 to $21.50 per hour plus bonuses and benefits depending on experience • Food Service Supervisors (FSS) – Full-time / shift work, Minimum 1 to 2 years’ industry experience, $13.50 to $16.75 per hour plus benefits depending on experience • Food Service Attendants (FSA) – Part-time / Full-time shift work, no experience or education necessary, $11.20 to $13.25 per hour plus benefits depending on availability and experience Hiring for 796005 Alberta Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons West, 6602-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 4R1 • 1 Assistant Manager • 8 FSS • 8 FSA – All starting ASAP Apply by mail, phone 780-608-7626 (Roxy/Ken) or fax 780-672-9455 Hiring for 1256146 Alberta Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons East, 3601-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 1L8 • 1 Assistant Manager • 8 FSS • 8 FSA – All starting ASAP Apply by mail, phone 780-672-5087 (Diane/Dave) or fax 780-672-8808

ROOMS FOR RENT in large, clean and quiet west end home. Close to schools and shopping. $600/room plus DD. Utilities and WiFi included. No partiers, smokers or pets allowed.

Call 780-678-6163.

TWO-BEDROOM SUITE – Spacious and bright in a brand new fourplex. Located close to downtown amenities in Camrose. High efficiency furnace and on-demand hot water, offers wonderful savings on utilities. Private entry. Balcony.

Upgraded fixtures, cabinetry and flooring. Surround yourself with quiet, courteous neighbours, in a friendly and clean neighbourhood. Local owner manages bulding No smoking, children or pets. $1,100/mo. rent. Ph. 780679-7090.

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MISCELLANEOUS SEE THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 28 for more classified ads about cars, trucks, campers, RVs, automotive services and ATVs PIPE – Tubing from 1 1/4” to 3 1/2”. Sucker rod - 3/4”, 7/8” and 1”. Line pipe and Casing also available. Wainwright, AB. 1-800-661-7858.

FIREWOOD SALE – Poplar - $190/cord; Spruce $260/cord; Pine - $300/cord.

Outdoor campfire wood - $160/ cord. Birch - bundled wood also available. All wood split and seasoned. Delivery extra. Call 780-361-8735 or text 780361-7500.

BEEF UP YOUR CATTLE SALES – Advertise in The Camrose Booster. Phone 780672-3142.

Now hiring for permanent full-time / part-time!

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Parts Person / Service Writer Broker’s Marine, one of the leading sled, motorcycle, ATV and marine shops in east central Alberta, is now accepting applications for a full-time Parts Person / Service Writer.

This person will handle responsibilities of an increasingly busy and expanded operation. As a successful candidate, you will work closely with other professionals highly experienced and respected in our industry. Advantageous will be a history in, and passion for, the hobbies and pastimes our clients enjoy. Excellence in customer service and client relationships is a must! We may be willing to train from the ground up.

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Mail, fax, email or drop off your ad copy.

One item per ad – 20 word limit.

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Offer excludes living things, except when offered for free.

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As a result of previous investigation where a male was released by a justice of peace on strict conditions, patrol members conducted follow up to ensure he was

abiding by the conditions. It was determined that he was breaching one of the release conditions. Members located the male and he was placed under arrest and

lodged into cells. The male was then taken before a justice of the peace and required to pay cash bail in order to be released from custody.

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RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE

If you wish to participate, please bring your tree to 4402-51 Avenue (Recycling Depot) by February 29. Your Christmas tree will be chipped for use as mulch material and soil conditioner. (No artificial trees please.)

Please ensure that any metals such as nails, bolts, or decorations are removed prior to placement in the recycle bunker.

For more information, contact City of Camrose at 780-672-4428.

FOR SALE: PRIME HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL LAND

Location:

Property: Price: Permitted Land Use:

Located on Highway 13 at the east end of Camrose next to the new Best Farming System and the Camrose Resort Casino Lot 20 – 3.5 acres $612,500.00

C2 for commercial use For more information contact: Ray Telford, Economic Development Officer at 780-678-3025

Lot for Sale

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 #2838/15, the Land Use Bylaw 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 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, 2nd Floor, 5204-50 Avenue, during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday (phone 780-672-4428).

Permit #

Civic Address

DP4088 DP4089 DP4090

6 Grand Park Crescent Lot 28, Block 3, Plan 6206MC Secondary Suite 5505-23A Avenue Lot 1, Block 10, Plan 1524338 Secondary Suite 7106 & 7108-38 Avenue Lots 5 & 6, Block 15, Plan 0827427 Duplex

Legal Address

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER

The following farmlands, which are located in Flagstaff County, are offered for sale by Tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificates of Title: 1. MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 40 SECTION 4 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 65.2 HECTARES (161 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 2. MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 40 SECTION 4 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS No tax adjustment for 2016 property taxes which will be paid in full by any successful tenderer. Sellers will retain all surface lease payments made prior to closing date, and any successful Buyer will receive all surface lease payments made after closing date. (Annual surface lease revenue approximately $12,500.00 +/–, not guaranteed

by Sellers) Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Miller Tender”, with tenderer’s GST number and accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft made payable to Andreassen Borth in trust for 5% of the amount of the tender, must be delivered before 12:00 noon on February 10, 2016 to the offices of Andreassen Borth, Barristers and Solicitors, 5014-50 Street, P.O. Box 727, Killam, Alberta T0B 2L0.

Tender bids must be for both parcels of land as a package.

The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before March 9, 2016. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth.

Tenders will not be opened in public. If 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 owners reserve the right to reject any and all tenders.

Deposits received from any unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by regular mail.

For further information, please call 780-929-9313.

Development

Permit #

Civic Address

SP2015073 6805-48 Avenue SP2016001 6002-50 Avenue

BIRTHS To David and Laurel Williams, of Killam, on January 2, a son.

To Heather Anderson and Korey Harrison, of Killam, on January 4, a son.

DEATHS Charles “Chuck” Roger McDonald, of Red Deer (formerly Alix), on January 3, at 84 years of age.

Doris Helen Foss, of Camrose, on January 4, at 93 years of age.

Beverly Burston, of Spruce Grove, on January 5, at 72 years of age.

Kathleen (Kay) Throndson, of Camrose, on January 6, at 83 years of age.

Ines Mine Erskine, of Camrose (formerly Williams Lake, B.C., on January 7, at 85 years of age.

Legal Address

Development

Lot 5,Block 1, Plan 0822331 Block B, Plan 8823110

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If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by February 19, 2016, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1.

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In-Home Family Support Worker The Family and Community Safety Program Project requires a temporary In-Home Support Worker, to cover the East Central Alberta Region. This position may be filled by two part-time workers or one full-time worker, depending on location, between January 2016 and September 2016.

Reporting to the ACAA Program Director, the In-Home Family Support Worker(s) are responsible to work on client teams led by ACAA childhood abuse therapists to create and support the delivery of individual family plans to be implemented by families and school staff.

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Experience: The incumbent(s) will be experienced in AD PROOF & ESTIMATE working with parents and families on issues of emotional Docket Media Insertion Date Ad Size expression,Section interaction, and communication with at least two The photo you post to 1601-016 Camrose Booster to three years Careers Jan 12/16 2 col x 5.3075 of directly related experience. Work experience your favorite social networkin the fields of child abuse and family violence is required abjobs more ing site could be telling and experience in-home is desirable. about you than your postingchoice fee in wardrobe or the types of Other: Knowledge of Microsoft Office, basic office friends you have. Behindequipment, and online communication is required. Travel the-scenes tagging of phowithin the region of East Central Alberta with own vehicle is tos courtesy of today’s smart required.

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in the February 9th Booster

The Camrose Booster will publish 300 tiny Valentines FREE in our February 9th Valentine’s Day issue!

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By Murray Green

Some of the best views of the valley can be seen from the new Zetsen Master Builders homes in the beautiful Creekview subdivision.

Various quality built homes with many options in the attractive Southern area of the city are appealing for families who want to have a community atmosphere near fantastic playgrounds and the impressive walking trail system.

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Great family homes with at least three bedrooms, quality kitchens, stunning ensuite bathrooms and good yard space.

Basements are open for development and Zetsen will work with you to design a layout to fit your needs.

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Open HouseS Wed., Jan. 13, 1-3 pm 3706-76 Street EXC. 1723 SQ. FT. 2-STOREY HOME BACKING ONTO FIELD IN SW MEADOWS! ...

Awesome kitchen w/centre island eating bar, corner pantry, gorgeous maple cabinets, MF laundry, huge bonus room, lovely master w/WI closet, 5-pce. en suite + much more! Take a look for yourself! Asking $377,900 CA0070939

Thur., Jan. 14, 2-4 pm 3507-52A Street BEAUTIFUL QUALITY BUILT, CRAFTSMAN BUNGALOW! ... Close to parks and valley walking trails. 9’ and 11’ coffered ceilings, beautiful hardwood flooring. Exc. kitchen w/gorgeous custom cabinetry. Lovely LR, awesome dinette, superb master, private den, MF laundry. Exc. open bsmt. w/in-floor htg., 9’ ceilings. Awesome covered veranda, deck. 26’x23’ garage all fin., RV option. Lots of upgrades! Quality, lifestyle, a home you’ll love! It’s perfect!

Asking $489,900 CA0072787

OVER $300,000

E XC E P TIONAL HOME! ...

Immaculate yard!

Hardwood f l o o r s , maple cabinets, gas FP, in-floor heat, triple pane windows, a/c. Htd. triple garage, RV parking, 3-season sunroom plus much more!

Asking $520,000 CA0067587

STING !

NEW LIFLOOR UNIQUE PLAN

ATTRACTIVE, ... w/ walkout family room, bsmt. kitchenette, oversized lot. 1500 sq. ft. split level, 5 bdrm., 2 full 4-pce. baths + 2-pce. and lge. laundry room. FP, covered porch, stone patio/sidewalks, 24’x28’ garage. See it today! CA0073838 Asking $329,500 2006 SQ. FT. 2-STOREY W/BONUS ROOM ... Beautiful open floor plan. Walkthrough pantry, MF laundry.

Attractive master w/ his/hers WI closets, 4-pce. en suite. Raised deck, 20’x26’ garage.

Still time to put your finishing touches on this one!

Asking $429,900 CA0065780 STUNNING CUSTOM 2028 SQ. FT. 2-STOREY HOME … in Creekview subdivision! Awesome kitchen w/ lge. centre island, maple cabinets, spacious DR, MF laundry, bonus room, beautiful en suite, htd. dble. garage, a/c unit. Vinyl fencing, oversized deck, exc. views where you can kick back and relax! Asking $475,000 CA0073082 1745 SQ. FT., 3-BDRM., 3 BATH, BONUS ROOM ...

Open concept living, MF laundry, coffered dinette ceiling, WI pantry, 5-pce. en suite w/corner tub, separate shower, infloor htg., WI closet. Still time to choose your finishes! Asking $409,900 CA0065777 WALKOUT BSMT. ... w/gorgeous north valley views – premier family floor plan w/4 bdrm. upstairs, bonus room, another flex room on main. Loaded master w/5-pce. en suite, WI closet. 2186 sq. ft., 20’x26’ garage, raised deck, front covered veranda.

Asking $519,400 CA0065782 EXCITING NEW M U LT I - L E V E L 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! Asking $399,900 CA0046337

WOW! NEW WALKOUT BUNGALOW BACKING ONTO PARK! ... Awesome new floor plan at Blackstone Villas! Exc. presentation, beautiful staircase, bright windows, coffered ceilings, hardwood, tile flooring. Amazing kitchen, dinette w/park views, gorgeous great room, beautiful FP, superb master, en suite, MF laundry, in-floor htg. 24’x24’ garage all fin. + lots more! Quality built, you’ll love it!

Asking $478,000 CA0046579

Discover

OPEN HOUSE 5219-36 Avenue Thur., Jan. 14, 2-4 pm

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STUNNING HOME! … 1910 sq. ft. 2-storey only steps away from park and walking trails. Bright DR, MF laundry. Great family home!

Asking $459,900 CA0046346

Walkout on Lake!

• 1458 sq. ft.

• 24’6”x36/24 garage Asking $567,162 CA0073191

OPEN HOUSE 5213-36 Avenue Sat., Jan. 16, 12-3 pm

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Feature Home of the Week See page 39

IMPRESSIVE FLOOR PLAN … An eyecatcher from the first step inside! Vaulted ceilings, lovely flooring, big bright windows. Gorgeous kitchen, beautiful cabinetry, quartz counters, centre island.

All this + much more! Ask $429,900 CA0051288

CALL TODAY FOR YOUR PERSONAL VIEWING! Stop in for info on all the new 13 12 homes and 3 2 townhouses currently Zetsen homes! under construction! Call for details.

CAMROSE HOMES OVER $300,000 EXC. RENO’D MOVE-I N READY BUNGALOW … located in a wonG! IN ST LI NEW derful neighbourhood, close to schools, rec centre.

4-bdrm., 2 baths, clean home will impress you – open, bright floor plan, new flooring throughout, along w/many more features, upgrades you must see! Outside very well maintained, lge. patio, fully fenced, newly planted trees, new grass, sidewalks, SS fire pit and much more! CA0074382 Asking $339,500 WALKOUT BSMT. ... w/ gorgeous north valley views – beautiful family 2-storey w/ bonus room in Creekview. 3 bdrm., 3 baths, MF laundry, walkthrough pantry. 5-pce. en suite, his/hers WI closets. 20’x26’ garage and much more! CA0065781 Asking $499,900

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, hardwood floors and pellet stove. Many reno’s done in prior years. Asking $309,900 CA0042283

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!

Asking $379,000 EXC. CONDO – OVERLOOKING JUBILEE PARK … you’ll love the park views, location! Close to walking trails, NEW PR ICE! city centre.

Beautiful open design, bright windows, superb balcony. Lovely kitchen, dinette views, cozy FP in LR, spacious master, en suite, MF laundry. Easy access to garage, elevator. A/C + more!

Asking $309,000 CA0071451

R EDUCED !

EXC. BUNGALOW CONDO, PARK VIEW RAVINES ... Exc. parking! Premier location by valley, walking trails. Exc. presentation, thoughtfully designed, beautifully fin. 9’, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, cozy FP, lots of bright windows. Exc. kitchen, wonderful great room, DR. Spacious master, en suite. MF laundry. Superb ICF bsmt., huge family/games room. 24’x22’ htd. garage + lots more!

Now asking $485,000 CA0069013 excep tional 2150 SQ. Ft. C USTOM HOME … huge lot !

G on IN ST LI in cul-de-sac EW N backing onto green space. Gorgeous kitchen w/ granite counter tops, maple cabinets, gas FP, triple pane windows, theatre room, 3 family rooms, MF laundry. Htd. triple car garage, RV parking w/ sewer dump + much more! CA0073424 Asking $659,000 1745 SQ. FT. 2-STOREY … 3 bdrm., 3 baths, bonus room, 5-pce. en suite, MF laundry plus much more!

Asking $444,900 CA0046348

Beautiful Bungalows and Two Storeys

by Battle River Homes Valleyview West

UNDER $300,000

how homes built by Zetsen will enhance your life!

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

• 1400 sq. ft.

• 2 bedrooms • 26’x26’/28’ garage Asking $459,162 CA0065858

Walkout Lot Available – Build Your Dream Home!

LISTING !

NTOEWJACK STUART

EXC. BI-LEVEL, CLOSE SCHOOL! … You’ll love the location, close to parks. 1445 sq. ft. w/lots of recent upgrades!

Bright, spacious LR, exc. kitchen w/lots of cabinetry. Dinette w/patio doors to lge. deck, private courtyard. Generous master, WI closet, en suite.

Exc. bsmt., walkout to garage, huge family/games room, laundry area. Awesome fenced yard, RV parking, 30’x26’ heated garage + more! Call now!

Asking $349,900 CA0074175

STUNNING 4 BDRM., 2,186 SQ. FT. ... w/front covered veranda, flex room, MF laundry, bonus room, Master suite w/5 pce. en suite w/htd. floors. More than enough froom for the whole family here!

Asking $473,900 CA0051290 E XC EP T ION A L CUSTOM 2301 SQ. FT. WALKOUT 2-STOREY ... home backing WALKOUT! onto green space and park. This home offers hardwood floors, wainscoting, flex room, stunning kitchen w/ granite, quartz counter tops, antiqued white, gun metal blue maple cabinets, exc. master w/ remarkable 5-pce. en suite, bonus room, a/c, unique light fixtures. Triple car garage plus much more! Asking $579,900 CA0072098 NEW FLOOR PLAN! 1,901 SQ. FT. TWOSTOR E Y...

Sp ac io u s great room w/ gas FP, beautiful kitchen w/island, DR w/raised ceiling. Awesome bonus room upstairs and master w/5 pce. en suite.

Asking $464,900 CA0051294 1901 SQ. FT., 3-BDRM., 3 BATH, BONUS ROOM ... New floor plan! Spacious foyer, bright MF, lge. back entry w/laundry.

5-pce. en suite, WI closet in master! Great family area.

Asking $429,900 CA0065778 BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW STYLE DUPLEX, OVERLOOKING PARK! T! built, EM ... EN Quality IR ET R R FO CT FE open plan, 9’ and R PE bordered ceilings, hardwood, maple cabinetry, granite counter tops, lge. island, huge WI pantry, 7 appl., lovely LR, en suite, MF laundry.

Awesome bsmt. dev., in-floor htg. No condo fees, park views from covered deck – it’s perfect!

Asking $408,900 CA0072240 F A M I LY BI-LEVEL W / E X C .

PARK LOCA! TION … close K R PA N O to schools. Backs onto park. 1382 sq. ft., 5 bdrm., attractive foyer, bright windows, easy keep laminate flooring. Spacious LR, DR, lovely kitchen, generous master w/en suite. Exc. bsmt. dev., WO to garage, cozy wood FP in huge family/games room. Awesome yard, park views, 24’x22’ garage, HE furnace, a/c. Asking $349,900 CA0072359 BR AND NEW FLOORPLAN! ...

2,297 sq. ft. twostorey. Large foyer, flex room, open concept, great kitchen, bonus room, master w/5 pc. en suite and 10’x11’ study. Impressive! See for yourself! Asking $477,900 CA0051293

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AWESOME 6-BDRM. BI-LEVEL, SUPERB YARD, CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION! … Exc. Victoria Park location w/golf course, park close by.

Spacious LR, exc. kitchen w/lots of cabinetry, superb dinette, generous master, en suite, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., cozy FP in family room, huge kitchenette. Very nicely landscaped, attached 24’x25’ garage + more! You’ll love it!

Asking $399,900 CA0069437 ONE OF A KIND HOME IN VALLEY VIEW! ...

Open concept MF w/beautiful cabinets, eating bar, pantry, FP. Spacious master w/WI closet, en suite. MF laundry, man cave bsmt. w/custom bar, poker table, pool table ALL INCLUDED! Infloor heat. Htd. 23’x23’ garage, paved, fenced, RV parking. This could be your home!

Asking $461,900 CA0067463

OWN YOUR FIRST HOME! ...

3-bdrm., 4-pce. bath, 2-storey in West Park Court.

Lovely kitchen incl. 4 appl., corner pantry, movable island. recent upgrades to MF incl. laminate flooring, fresh paint and trim work. Bsmt. w/laundry, RI plumbing for future dev. Lge. deck, nicely fenced yard. You’ll love it – home ownership awaits! Ask $269,900 CA0074419 E X C .

START ER OR INVESTM E N T PROPERTY, WEST PARK COURT! ... Superb neig hbourhood by ?

G N TI EN R park, playL STIL ground, west end shopping! Impressive bilevel, open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, 3 MF bdrms. Exc. kitchen, dinette, lovely LR, bright open bsmt. Alley access. Be sure to view!

Asking $269,000 CA0062565 W O W !

COMPLETELY RENO’D 3-BDRM. B U N G A L O W DUPLEX! !

OW N Y BU T? ... It’s all EN R WHY done. Now only $259,000 CA0070409 3-BDRM. CONDO W/ GARAGE, PARKING SPACE! ... Close to parks, schools. Exc. design, bright open plan w/lots of windows, impressive ceilings.

R EDUCED ! vaulted Perfect for entertaining, exc. open concept kitchen, bright dinette, spacious LR. 2 baths, MF laundry, private entrance. First home or investment, it’s a great opportunity. Immediate possession! Asking $191,900 CA0073059 C U T E , C O Z Y , U P DAT E D ! ... Close to Mirror Lake and downtown amenities. Substantial reno’s – all new windows, updated kitchen, flooring, furnace/ HW tank, 2 updated baths. 2 bdrm. up, 1 down.

Fin. bsmt., single garage. Nothing to do but move in! Asking $249,900 CA0071271

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Brand New Bungalow Townhouses under construction… One lvl. living at its finest. Open concept design, single garage, 2 bdrm., 4-pce. en suite, MF laundry and private deck!

Asking $279,900 CA0067999

QUALITY BUNGALOW IN A QUIET LOCATION ... close to Mirror Lake and West End shopping.

One level living, 1388 sq. ft., 3 bdrm., 2 baths, 2 living spaces, laundry all on MF. Dble. garage, newer furnace/hw tank, lots of storage in partial bsmt. Asking $264,900 CA0070842 GORGEOUS, B R I G H T 2-BDRM. CONDO ... Overlooking Jubilee Park!

Just steps away from Mirror !

ED Lake walking UC ED R trails. Enjoy a worry free lifestyle in this MF condo w/cozy FP, large windows, lots of natural light! Walk out to a lge. covered patio and beautiful view of park.

CA0074155 Asking $257,000 WELL CARED FOR HALF DUPLEX IN CREEKVIEW! ... Awesome location, great open concept floor plan w/lovely ED ! oak kitchen, UC ED R E IC eating bar, PR inviting dining/living area. 3-bdrm. upstairs w/master access to 4-pce. bath. Bsmt. open for dev. New a/c, HW tank. Corner lot provides extra parking. Ready and awaiting immediate possession! CA0072191 Now asking $246,400 4-BDRM., 2-STOREY T O W N H O U S E LOTS !

G WITH IN ST LI OF SPACE ...

EW N Kitchen features lots of countertop, cabinet storage. LR w/hardwood floors. Nice sized lot, dble. detached garage. End unit, no condo fees.

Immediate possession. CA0073902 Asking $128,500 W O W !

COMPLETELY RENO’D 3-BDRM. BUNGALOW DUPLEX! ... It’s all E! IC PR done. It’s NEW senior friendly. Asking $259,000 CA0070411

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TOM BANACK CONSTRUCTION

BI-LEVEL • 1,400 sq. ft.

• 3 bedrooms Asking $445,900 CA0073823

BUNGALOW • 1,236 sq. ft.

• 2 bedrooms Asking $399,900 CA0073795

Energy efficient built, in-floor heating, MF laundry, RV parking and more!

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ACREAGES

GREAT BUNGALOW IN ROSALIND … Next to new, amazing features! Open concept floor plan, awesome kitchen w/lots of countertop, cabinet space, master w/en suite, 2 additional bdrm. upstairs, MF laundry! 32’x26’ detached garage w/htd. partitioned work space. A great home to call yours!

Asking $249,900 CA0070446

EXCELLENT OPPORG! T U N I T Y , NEW LISTIN AWES O M E COUNTRY LIFESTYLE! … Close to Camrose on Hwy 26. Peaceful acreage setting. Spacious 3237 sq. ft. home w/country kitchen, LR, family rooms, games room, rec room, DR, MF laundry, 3 en suites, 5 bdrm. + more! Private treed yard, attached garage, htd. 24’x28’ workshop. Home reno’s to be completed by buyer. CA0073547 Asking $475,000

GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN KILLAM! ... Commercial bldg. w/Hwy. exposure. This 5168 sq. ft. building features office space, board rooms, staff area, 2 lge. bays in rear, fully fenced site.

This 3.98 acre parcel is ideally set up for your expanding company! CA0066575 Asking $449,000 GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY! ... Currently being rented out at $800/month.

This clean and well-maintained bungalow is located in the hamlet of Round Hill – a wonderful country community. Park-like setting, quiet neighbourhood, easy access to Camrose, close proximity to school, playground, firehall. CA0073062 Asking $127,500 NEW NORWAY BARE SERVICED LOT ... ready, waiting for your dream home. Water, sewer, power. Beautifully landscaped w/trees, decorative shrubbery, lge. garden area, flower beds. Fantastic school system, short distance from Camrose! CA0060120 Asking $54,000

NEW PR AMAZING COUNTRY LIFESTYLE! ... Wow! 1924 sq. ft. bungalow, 11.8 acres on pvmt.

by Heisler. It’s perfect for the hobbyist, small business or recreational. Energy efficient built, beautiful country kitchen, spacious dinette, lovely LR, generous master, MF laundry. Walkout bsmt., huge family room, games area, kitchenette, storage and more! Htd. 24’x26’ att. garage, outbuildings. You’ll love the private setting, peaceful relaxing lifestyle! CA0068603 Now only $389,000

GORGEOUS CUSTOM LOG HOME 35 MIN. FROM CAMROSE ... Beautiful douglas fir construction, ICF block bsmt., infloor zoned heat on every level, vaulted ceiling, master suite loft, 28’x30’ htd. attach. garage, 22’x24’ detached garage, all on 3/4 acre. Excellent value!

Asking $625,000 CA0060275

MULTI-FAMILY LOTS 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 $245,960 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

RESIDENTIAL LOTS HUSTLE PARK ... by huge playground and west end amenities!

• 30 lots with alley access, starting from $91,190 • 18 cul-de-sac lots, starting from $114,290 SOUTHWEST MEADOWS ... by parks, playground and West End amenities!

• 14 lots with alley access, from $96,690 • 11 large cul-de-sac lots, from $139,425 Call now for more information!

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EXCELLENT OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY! ...

Great location, highway exposure! 1528 sq. ft. retail bldg. w/additional mezzanine. Imagine the possibilities. Possession Feb. 2016. Asking $379,000 CA0072329 EXCLUSIVE AND RARE OPPORTUNITY ... to own a C1 zoned bldg. in G ! highly sought after IN ST LI NEW downtown area. Call today!

CA0073183

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R EDUCED !

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ... on this 5.02 acre property just northeast of Bittern Lake.

Located in Johnston Lakeview Estates only 1 mile off hwy. This most westerly lot could be yours! Now asking $115,000 CA0065274

A ZING YAR

D SITE !

A M LIFESTYLE – AWESOME AMAZING COUNTY PARK SETTING! ... 9.56 acres close to Camrose on Hwy 21. Perfect for hobbyist, small business or recreational. Beautiful groves of trees, your own park, pond. Majestic bi-level home, extensively reno’d. Vaulted ceilings, lovely LR, country kitchen, dinette w/easy access to private deck. Exc. bsmt., huge family/games area w/walkout to beautiful courtyard. 28’x26’ garage. NEW well, triple pane windows, paint, HE furnance doors, trims, paint, flooring + more! Gorgeous private setting. Perfect! Was $849,000. Now only $749,000 CA0069186 AL EXCEPTION

VA LUE!

WOW! BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW, SUPERB COUNTRY SETTING! ... Exc. property w/80 acres 2 mi. from pvmt. 2013 custom built 1452 sq. ft. rancher features 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’x16’ man cave/office, superb 15.5’x24’ greenhouse + more! Fenced w/71 acres hayland. Lots of room to grow! A peaceful, relaxing lifestyle! CA0073948 Asking $569,900

FARMS

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

FOR LEASE

BRAND N E W STATEO F -T H E 3 OPTIONS! A R T 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

FOR SALE OR LEASE

11.15 ACRES OF PRIME INDUSTRIAL LAND …

Exc. location in expanding east side industrial area of Camrose. Zoned M2 – Medium Industrial. Property currently being used for pipe storage. Building 7260 sq. ft. of office area, arch rib arena, multi-purpose bay. Additional enclosed storage, covered outside storage. Exc. opportunity! Call now for details. CA0069085

EXC. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY – ZONED M1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL! ... 4 lots w/good central location, suitable for multiple uses. 4352 sq. ft. bldg., good workshop areas, loading doors, front offices, mezzanine storage, HE furnaces, a/c. Fenced storage yard, 28’x30’ rear garage.

Easy customer access. Call now! CA0062344 Asking $449,000

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