December 25, Camrose Booster

2018

Vol. LXVII, No. 5 32 Pages December 25, 2018

May the spirit of the season fill your hearts and homes with love. The Camrose Booster wishes everyone a wonderful Christmas and a year filled with peace, health, good fortune and prosperity.

Special thanks go to the talented youth artists from Our Lady of Mount Pleasant School and Round Hill School, who assisted The Booster with special drawings used in our December 18 publication plus The Country Booster and the edition you are reading today.

The cover artwork was submitted to us by grade six OLMP student Hannah Lussier.

It reminds us of the reason for the season. Merry Christmas, everyone!

Inside Who Can I Count On? . . . . 6 Seniors' Scene . . . . . . . . . 13 City of Camrose . . . . . . . . 15 Out and About . . . . 17 to 19 On the Road . . . 24 and 25 Obituaries . . . . . . 26 and 27 Classifieds . . . . . 29 and 30

Real Estate Linview Realty Page 23 Central Agencies Inc. Pages 31 and 32

News Features

Hannah Lussier

Golden Tones spread holiday music . . . . . . . . . 13 Meals on Wheels volunteers recognized. . . . . . 14 Harder brings Camino to Camrose . . . . . . . . . . 20 Wildcats win hockey tourney, capture hearts. . . 28 Reflections Column by Bonnie Hutchinson. . . . . . 4

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Customers of the Fringe Benefits store in Camrose received a discount on items if they brought donations to the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center’s Food Bank. Store owner Rhonda Noonan, left, and employees Debbie Zwack, Cathy Haugen and Val Jorgenson presented food and a $665 cheque to the center’s executive director Jo-Anne Tweed.

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Spirit of Christmas Eve

I’m a little kid on Christmas Eve. We four kids have set out cookies for Santa Claus and each hung long stockings (yes, actual stockings!) at the end of our beds. We know there isn’t really a Santa Claus, but it’s fun to pretend.

In the morning, we waken to stockings each with a mandarin orange in the toe, and the rest filled with Christmas treats. On the cookie plate, there’s nothing but crumbs and a note saying “Thanks!” signed by S. Claus. We find gifts under the Christmas tree that weren’t there when we went to bed. It’s magical. The Spirit of Giving.

I’m a university student home for Christmas and it’s late on Christmas Eve. I go downstairs and discover my dad putting things under the Christmas tree. Somehow it’s a symbol of maybe-almost-adulthood that I now get to see some of the behind-the-scenes whimsy of Christmas Eve. ***

On a Christmas Eve, I bring our newborn daughter home from the hospital. At the top of the stairs, our toddler son is waiting with his arms outstretched, saying “’ank you, ‘ank you.” He thinks the baby is for him. We all think the baby is our best Christmas gift that year.

Friends—another young couple with a toddler and a baby have brought over Christmas Eve supper. More Spirit of Giving.

As an earnest young parent, I don’t want my children to believe there is a “real” Santa Claus. I can’t see the point of knowingly setting up children for later disillusionment.

One day my six-year-old son says something that makes me think he believes there really is a Santa Claus.

I do my earnest explanation. The real meaning of Christmas is to celebrate the birth of Jesus. The story of a Santa Claus who lives at the North Pole and on Christmas Eve delivers gifts to children is a fun story. The story is a way to represent the Spirit of Giving. We give gifts at this season as a symbol of…

My son isn’t having any of it. He stops me with, “There’s a real North Pole isn’t there?” “Yes.” “Well then.”

End of conversation. I don’t know at what point he concludes there is not a Santa Claus who lives at the North Pole, but I’m pretty sure my now-adult son doesn’t still think that (I’m not going to ask). I still think Santa Claus is a symbol of the Spirit of Giving.

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Not happy

Kevin Sorenson, your latest report is just more complaints about the Liberals without a positive thought in sight. Your constituents deserve better.

Again, you referenced the journalist Andrew Coyne as he criticized the Liberals.

But as you know, Coyne’s criticism of the Conservatives would fill a book. He said, “Harper is faithless and friendless in politics. Loyalty is meaningless to him.”

Coyne said Andrew Scheer is “kindly but dumb.” Coyne goes both ways. By picking and choosing Coyne quotes you can make the Liberals look really bad. They are, but any examination shows your Conservatives to be worse.

You go on and on about Liberal spending and taxes.

Yes, Canadians are paying more on average in taxes.

That is because of inflation, and because under the Liberals, unemployment is lower and wages are higher. If you make more money Kevin, you pay more tax.

The tax rate under the Liberals is just about the same as it was under the Conservatives, and the debt and deficit as a percentage of GDP are about the same.

The Liberals and the Conservatives are about equal; equally bad. Our politicians must do better. Canadians deserve better.

I suggest, Kevin that for next year you resolve to try

to make a positive contribution. There are opportunities galore. If you really care about the money in our pockets, work to get us a national pharmacare program. As you know Canadian medication prices are the second highest in the world. Medication costs in Canada are growing faster than inflation and Canada now spends more on drugs than on doctors’ salaries. You know that every developed country except Canada and the U.S. has pharmacare and it is proven to save people money.

You could really do something useful Kevin.

Canadians are tired of politicians’ bickering and dishonesty. What would really help, is if you worked to get us a proportional representation electoral system, like most of the developed world has, so that political parties could only be successful if they worked cooperatively with other parties.

It would be so nice to see our politicians working together for Canada rather than just squabbling against each other. Work to get us proportional representation and I will be the first to sing your praises Kevin.

You are an experienced politician and an intelligent man. You have the ability to really make positive change.

Kevin, you can do better than just complain.

Rob Hill, Camrose

No funding

David Eggen…that name may go down in Alberta infamy.

How presumptuous do you have to be to think you can impose your belief system(s) on other Canadians, just because you are in a position of power that should never have happened.

Threatening to take away funding from Christian schools (or any type of school for that matter) because they have a different belief system than yours is tantamount to just that (abuse of power).

I don’t care if you’re operating under the “political correctness” idiom or any other such nonsensical pretense, you just don’t do that kind of thing...period.

It will be very interesting to see what our judicial system is like when it comes to this injustice (the schools involved are banding together and taking the matter to court). You can’t have it both ways. You either rule against crime or, you “aid and abet” it. Plain and simple.

Actually, the plain and simple of this situation is Eggen and his crew decide to back off such insanity before they get “egg on their faces.”

Bobbie Norman, Camrose

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My school-age children and I are spending Christmas with my sister, brother-in-law and their newborn daughter in Calgary. On Christmas Eve, my brother-inlaw who has never seemed sentimental says, holding and looking down at his infant daughter, “Kind of makes you think about Christmas in a different way.”

Our parents arrive late Christmas Eve, having driven through a storm in a car loaded with Christmas gifts.

Before tucking into bed, my son says, “My toes are nervous.” Decades later, “My toes are nervous” continues as a family saying.

On a Christmas Eve, my teenage son and daughter and I are at my parents’ home. We get home sometime before midnight. After the kids go to bed, I finish wrapping some gifts to put under the Christmas tree. I nod off to bed about 2 a.m. after poking my nose into every room in the house.

Christmas morning comes early! Somewhat blearyeyed but feeling that bubbly Christmas morning happiness, I go into the living room. Practically the entire floor is filled with a giant box, gift-wrapped and addressed to me. I unwrap a gorgeous round teak coffee table from my parents. How did it get there? When did it get there?

Forty years later, I still don’t know. My now-adult children have never revealed the secret. I’ve speculated out loud, but their lips are sealed. They just smile and say, “You’ll never know.” The Spirit of Giving.

May the Spirit of Giving and the Spirit of Whimsy bless your holiday season. ***

I’d love to hear from you! If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, send a note to Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com. I’ll happily reply within one business day.

SAVING LIVES

Submitted Dimphy Benusic of Camrose County recently passed the milestone of donating blood on 150 occasions. She will be honoured in the spring for her part in saving lives through Canadian Blood Services.

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Just the tinniest fraction below 100 per cent of all creatures that ever emerged are now extinct.

The earth once went through a period of high radiation creating excessive non-survivable mutations.

This is a good reason to wake up and say, “I am lucky to be alive.” We are among the very few species that have successfully emerged.

Not only are we fortunate to be alive, but also we are privileged to share the planet with the braying moose, waddling ducks, smelly skunks, leaping frogs, family friendly dogs, purring cats, prickly porcupines along with thousands of other critters. If we consider insects, there would be billions of others.

Not only would it be a lonely planet if many other critters became extinct, the fact is that if all insects perished no other species, including all of us, could exist.

Though the relationship may not always seem apparent there is a balance of nature that requires the continuation of many species. Soil is a striking example of the need for other life. Without bacteria and insects all soil would be infertile and our capacity to grow food would be zero.

I was 36 years old in 1974 when I was first elected to parliament. The Guardian newspaper indicates that the number of animals on earth has decreased by 50 per cent since the 1970s. It has been recently reported that 400 species became extinct in the last two decades.

What a stunning observation. To consider that one-half of the world’s animal population is no longer among us in a period just a shade over half of my lifetime. This is a frightening reality.

It is the case that across geological time, there have been numerous causes for species extinction such as the ice age, continental drifts, fires, meteor impacts and climate change. However, the growth of human population has accelerated the demise of animals as much as these other factors.

Now, sadly, there is a group in Canada known as, The Century Initiative, which is lobbying our government to have a Canadian population of 100 million people by the end of this century. That is an amount three times our present population. Likewise, finance minister Bill Morneau’s chief advisers are promoting the same concept of 100 million citizens by the end of the 21st century.

They hope that more people will provide Canada greater influence in international affairs.

If a concept could go extinct then surely it should be the belief that this planet needs more people.

Space has value. Space cleans a muddled brain from the noise of concentrated habitation. In Tokyo, persons are hired as “pushers.” They wear white gloves and push passengers on commuter trains to pack the load like unworthy sardines. Who among us desires a society such as that? Rural people cross paths with strangers, while frequently making eye contact. TV news, shows images of person in crowded cities such as Beijing or Mexico City meeting and passing each other like stone objects.

Groups that advocate for an accelerated growth in our human population care not a twit about our cohabitation with animals or our interdependence with nature. Nor do they object to pushy people who ignore the “human” in human beings.

If Canada can grow to three times her present population are other countries allowed to do the same? If so, the world population would be 21 billion by the end of the 21st century. Thereafter, the most serious rate of growth would be in human starvation and animal extinction.

What value would international influence be then?

In the fullness of time this planet should be home for trillions upon trillions of humans, but lets do so at a thoughtful and sustainable pace.

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Populism

LIBRARY CHRISTMAS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster In celebration of the season, the Camrose Public Library hung outstanding library book fees on a tree for anyone to pick off and pay as a kind gesture.

JOLLY JUDGES Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose Downtown decorating contest judges from left, Hospice Society of Camrose and District program coordinator Bill Harder, Chamber of Commerce executive director Sharon Anderson, City of Camrose deputy manager Kim Isaak, Camrose Tourism director Jennifer Filip and Downtown Camrose executive director Bettyann Skagen, don their Christmas getups and smiles.

The two letters published on Dec. 4 present a pair of poisonous political falsehoods.

The first, Rob Hill, sings the praises of proportional representation. Proportional representation inevitably leads to minority governments and gives undue influence to ‘marginal’ or ‘fringe’ parties.

Marginal, or fringe parties are, by definition, ‘extremist’ parties. The outcome is perpetual minority governments with the extremist parties holding the balance of power.

The other letter, by Harry Gaede, is a screed against so-called ‘populism’. For the edification of Mr. Gaede, I will point out an obvious truth. Democracy is ‘popular’ government, i.e. ‘populism.’ “Them what gets the most votes (is most popular) wins.”

The rise of ‘populism’ might worry those who have buried our country under excessive levels of taxation, regulation, immigration and globalization, but most of us are just looking for relief. The catastrophe is not in the environment, or in industry, it is in the legislatures, classrooms and courtrooms that have systematically dismantled our country and its economy.

Yes, Mr. Gaede, ‘truth’ is under attack. It is under attack from the very institution we trusted to maintain peace, order and good government. Populism–a return to responsible gov-

ernment–might be the only solution.

Dave Gosse, Camrose Censoring

Three Christmases ago, I heard a song for the first time and loved it. Last Christmas I made a point of buying it. I heard rumblings of it being a “rape song.”

Now this year I heard a radio station is banning it because of the “Me Too” movement.

The song is sung by Dean Martin, “Baby It’s Cold Outside”.

Two adults bantering back and forth. I just played it again and will play it all Christmas.

I guess you can take anything and twist it.

What a world.

If you want to censor songs on the radio or anywhere else take a listen to any rap song. Some people are going too far. If you don’t like a song don’t listen to it.

I am sick of the Prime Minister demonizing men.

Of course there are always men and women who are out to get what they can.

But to lump all men into a group is disgusting.

How dare he speak for “all Canadians.”

Sheila Faulkner, Donalda Silent majority

On Saturday, Dec. 15, I drove past the peaceful crowd on 48th Avenue in Camrose holding placards in support of oil/bitumen

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pipeline construction and against the debilitating carbon tax.

I honked and raised a thumb to show my support for the issues in their message.

I should have gone home, got my vest on and joined that passionate group who, in my view, represent the silent majority of Albertans.

Good on those who took the time to be there for us and thank you. It is long past time for action.

The political will in our country, however, is not in touch with the reality of the real drivers in the Canadian economy. They’re out of touch and Albertans are out of time.

I recently returned from a vacation in south Texas. Anyone I talked to while there were enthusiastic about their economy and their personal future.

Pump jacks are pumping, pipelines are being built and Texas industry is full out rolling ahead.

I come back home and experience the opposite in Alberta.

In regards to Saturday’s 48th Avenue message: nothing will be built and we’ll be in a whole lot more hurt if the current provincial and federal political leadership remain in power in Alberta and Canada any longer than 2019, despite the current leadership rhetoric we are subjected to.

Douglas D. Bullick, Camrose

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose Elks exalted ruler Gerry Czapp donated $500, on behalf of the club, to Camrose Neighbor Aid Center executive director Jo-Anne Tweed, on Dec. 9. The money is used for the Breakfast Food for Kids program at local schools.

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BIRTHS

To Nataliya and Cody Stokowski of Camrose, a daughter on December 13.

To Christen Schwanke and Phil Kjos of Daysland, a daughter on December 15.

To Kyra Prevost and Jesse Vert of Camrose, a son on December 15.

DEATHS

George Erskine of Camrose, on December 14, at 77 years of age.

Gertrude “Gertie” Germaine Batke of Camrose, formerly of Edberg, on December 16, at 77 years of age.

Derek James Remesoff of Camrose, on December 16, at 26 years of age.

Mary Gogal of Camrose, formerly of Round Hill, on December 17, at 80 years of age.

Kenneth Thomas Dietrich of Daysland, formerly of Heisler, on December 17, at 77 years of age.

Vivian Rose Clark of Alliance, formerly of Wainwright, on December 18, at 84 years of age.

Bertha Florence Adeline Olsen of St. Albert, formerly of Camrose and Daysland area, on December 19, at 97 years of age.

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A special time of year is even more special because of customers like you!

• AMA Travel advertised a 9-day coach tour to Reno from $319 per person.

We appreciate your visits and your business.

We hope your holidays are shared in the company of family and close friends!

• Hockey teams from Russia, Czechoslovakia, Sweden, Finland, Minnesota, Manitoba, and Alberta were on the Viking Cup schedule as the Camrose Hockey Tournament was set to commence on December 29th.

Wherever you motor to in 2019, travel safe and in good health!

• Kristine-Marie Jackman and Margo L. Rayment were introduced to the legal team at Sockett & Associates Barristers & Solicitors.

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50 Years Ago This Week – from Dec. 24, 1968 edition • Clambake, starring Elvis Presley, was playing nightly at Bailey Theatre.

• Camrose Lutheran College reached $8,000 of their $50,000 fundraising goal, from the Camrose business community, as they embarked on a goal of offering 2nd year university instruction.

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• The Navy League and Sea Cadets held a successful Christmas party at the Camrose Drill Hall.

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BRCF awards grant to Augustana

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The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a grant to The University of Alberta Augustana Campus. The grant supports community participation in the building capacity for Reconciliation Workshops offered at Augustana.

The grant is from income from the Foundation’s Community Fund, made up of Funds contributed by donors from throughout the region and beyond, and allows the Foundation Board to select charitable projects that meet community needs from among applications received each year. If

your group is interested in applying for a grant, you can get further information from the Battle River Community Foundation office.

The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support projects, programs and facilities, such as this, in East Central Alberta, which benefit the local communities and have a positive impact on the future.

Grants from the Battle River Community Foundation are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principal of these endowment funds are

kept intact and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organizations.

Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted more than $5,835,000 to support community organizations like the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus.

To learn more about the indigenous student services at Augustana, contact Megan Caldwell at 780-679-1100.

To learn more about the Battle River Community Foundation, contact Dana Andreassen, executive director, at 780-679-0449.

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Thank you for patronage in 2018 Here’s hoping your holiday season is positive, memorable and full of friends and family.

We look forward to helping your dreams for great living come through in the coming year.

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Submitted Battle River Community Foundation secretary Kevin Gurr presents the $1,000 cheque to Megan Caldwell, Indigenous Student services coordinator at Augustana. The grant supports community participation in the building capacity for Reconciliation Workshops offered at Augustana.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, December 25, 2018 – Page 12

The spirit lies within our hearts MANY THANKS Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster The Camrose Skating Club (CSC) presented thank you cards to sponsors during the annual Santa Skate held on Dec. 12 at the Border Paving arena.

Pictured below, left, are Emily Grose, CSC coach accepting on behalf of Wild Rose Co-op from seven-year-old CSC skater Lilly Bendefeld, accepting on behalf of Central Agencies Norm Mayer from 14-year-old CSC skater Megan Semmens and accepting on behalf of Hauser Home Hardware Devan Herder from four-year-old CSC skater Austin Hagstrom.

PAY IT FORWARD

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster This year’s winners of the Central Agencies Realty Christmas Light-Up contest, coordinated by The Camrose Booster, were Jaymie, Chris, Kenzington and Kendall Reinhart. They decided the best part about winning is paying the goodwill forward, so they donated their $300 winnings to The Camrose Open Door.

Pictured from left are Chris, Jaymie, Kenzington and Kendall presenting to The Camrose Open Door youth support worker Bob Keosysano, far right.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Christmas decor is abundant in Downtown Camrose businesses.

Around every corner lies a little surprise.

ROYAL DONATION Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Members of the Camrose Royal Purple brought in food donations during their Christmas party held on Dec. 13 . Food items were donated to the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center’s Food Bank. Accepting the donations, on behalf of the Food Bank, was program director Jo-Anne Tweed.

CANDY LANE Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose has its own version of Candycane Lane on the Coldwell Banker Battle River Realty grounds.

Elves, pictured left to right, back row Karen Cannady, Brittany Langdon, Joanie Johnson, Jessica Puddicombe and Robert Affleck, front row Marylou Yampolsky, Steve Haugen, Kim Meyer and Gerry Davies have been busy outside placing candy and such on bushes, trees and fences surrounding the property. So if you happen to be walking by, feel free to help yourself to a treat, but be kind, and leave some for others.

WARMING UP Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Downtown Camrose businesses warmed their customers hearts with festive decor and friendly greetings.

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The Camrose Golden Tones spread holiday cheer at senior complexes throughout the Christmas season.

This year, they held concerts at eight venues in the winter. After the holidays, the group of about 25 men and women prepare for a similar series of nine concerts to welcome the new spring season.

The Golden Tones are led by conductor Donna Schroeder, but she has a lot of talented singers to work with. Previous conductors included Emma Carl and Sylvia Lyons.

Gwen Lyster joined 11 years ago and has been the president ever since.

Previously, Bob Woods was the president for 22 years. Gwen’s mother was a member of the Golden Tones as well.

“We all love to sing and we like to perform for shut-ins, those who can’t get out to listen to music at concerts,” added Gwen.

“If they are feeling down, music makes them feel good. That is the main reason, we like to make people feel good. It doesn’t hurt us either. Donna likes us to have fun.”

The group is a fourpart harmony choir with soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers. Members range in age from 65 to late 80s.

The choir began in 1985 and performed at many venues at the time.

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Volunteers extraordinaire

By Lori Larsen

To honour the commitment and dedication of all those who volunteer for Camrose Meals on Wheels, a volunteer appreciation lunch was held on Nov. 21 at the Camrose Fire Department Community Room.

In 1972, Camrose United Church initiated Camrose Meals on Wheels and the organization has been delivering nutritious meals to residents since 1973.

Since its inception, other churches (volunteer members), businesses and groups have come on board to be a part of the delivery of the meals for the program.

Volunteers come from: Camrose United Church, Messiah Lutheran Church, Church of God, TD Canada Trust Camrose Branch, Scotiabank Camrose branch, Centra Cam, Bethel Lutheran Church, Century Meadows Baptist Church, St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, the Royal Purple, Grace Lutheran Church, Swans and Roses Lions Club and fill-in drivers from the community.

Some of the other volunteers that have assisted in the past include Meridian Manufacturing, Camrose County office, AMA Travel Camrose office, high school students, junior

high home school students, iliary Hospital, which tran- been able to maintain a Augustana CSL students sitioned to the Rosehaven healthy diet. and others. facility.

“When it comes to food, Over its years of service “Meals on Wheels had there are always challengto the community, Meals on a big move over to Brook- es such as diabetes, food Wheels has delivered, on side kitchen facility in sensitivities, food allergies an annual basis, anywhere 2015. The Bethany Group and chewing/swallowing from 2,800 to 7,800 meals, and Camrose and District issues. Meals on Wheels is covering three routes with Home Support Society con- not for everyone for sure, two volunteers per route.

T h e service runs Monday to F r i d ay (including stat holidays when on a weekday and exclud i n g T u e s d a y, Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Dec. 25), Meals on Wheels volunteer board members, coordinators and drivdelivering ers were honoured during a volunteer appreciation luncheon held hot meals on Nov. 21. Pictured left to right are Erhard Pinno, Bev Maertensto recipiPoole, Meals on Wheels director Maria Lobreau, Doreen Kelly, ents durDyann Shultz, Tracy Culbert, Edna Klaus, Therese Mazure, ing lunchFlorence Johnson, Bobbi Vaillancourt, Andrea Parnall, Christine Hamilton, Velma Babiuk and Doreen Pushak. time hours, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Frozen meals are tinue their partnership so and we try very hard to available to be delivered that this program is able accommodate our patrons alongside the hot meal or to provide quality food and as best we can.” for pre-ordering and pick quality service to our comThe intention of Meals up from the kitchen facility. munity.” on Wheels is to provide “In the early years, Lobreau explained the nutritious, affordable food meals were made at St. outcome of the Meals on for individuals from a varMary’s Hospital kitchen,” Wheels service includes ied background of need. explained Camrose and personal well-being and “Needs are so varied. For District Support Services connection to others. “We example, someone could home support services and have people who are able to be returning home after a pre-school director Maria remain in their own homes, surgery and require meals Lobreau. “By 1988, meals have greater independence, for a couple of weeks; carewere being made at Betha- know where they can go for givers may require a meal ny Nursing Home and Aux- support and help, and have for their loved ones one day

a week; family members may wish to provide the gift of food for their elderly parents; and sometimes someone who is getting older simply would like a nutritious meal delivered to their door,” said Lobreau.

Longtime volunteer Bev Maertens-Poole said (since 1977), “The success of this program cannot be measured in just numbers, be it volunteer hours, total meals delivered, recipients or money. For who can measure what it means to someone to be able to remain in their own home longer or the comfort it can give children to know their loved one is being brought a nourishing meal as well as being called on five days a week?”

Bev also noted that the benefits extend beyond the recipients of the meals to the volunteers who take time out of their days to make others’ lives richer.

“Also, the volunteers benefit, for they become more aware of the human needs of others and thus forget ‘me’ for a while.”

Gift certificates are available for the Christmas season at the CDSS office of Camrose and District Home Support Program, 3, 4516-54 Street.

For more information on Meals On Wheels, contact Maria Lobreau at email cdss7@telusplanet. net or by telephone at 780-672-0141.

Camrose Ski Club takes to the trails

By Camrose Ski Club

The Camrose Ski Club is a bustling organization that offers a wide variety of winter activities, and maintains the crosscountry trails both in the Stoney Creek Valley and on the Camrose Golf Course.

Thanks to a beautiful trail system and talented and dedicated grooming volunteers, the Camrose ski trails are a gem in central Alberta for cross-country skiing. If you are looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors and stay active this winter, the Camrose Ski Club offers programs for all skill levels from beginner to competitive for ages three and up.

Winter is coming in little amounts of snow, so the trails are not yet in ideal condition, but they’re sure to improve when the next good snow comes.

With the start of the ski season, the trails that are enjoyed by the community for walking, running, and biking during the non-snow months are now dedicated to cross-country skiing only.

The ski club groomers

spend hundreds of hours grooming the trails, and their skill and the beauty of the trails are renowned throughout the province.

Any other activity on these winter trails compromises them significantly for skiing and results in a much less enjoyable skiing experience. In addition, nonskiing use endangers both

spend so many hours setting the trails.

The youth programs offered by the club have recently begun and include the Bunny Program for children aged three to five, Bunny Rabbit Program for children aged five to seven, Jackrabbit Program for children aged seven to nine, Track Attack ProCamrose Ski Club

skiers who can be moving at very high speeds down hills and even on the flats, and anyone else on the trails. Repairing nonskiing activity damage is a real strain on the amazing volunteers who already

gram for children aged 10 to 12, and Junior Racers for youth aged 12 to 16.

Each of these programs are strategically planned to cater to the stages of athletic development for each age group.

For older participants, the club offers a Learn to Ski program for anyone wanting to learn the basics of classic ski technique. An Adult Training program is offered for those who have experience with classic and/or skate ski technique and wish to continue to improve their skill and fitness in a fun and challenging environment.

In addition to our certified volunteer coaches, the club is excited to announce the help of Olympian Ivan B a b i k o v.

Babi kov grew up in Russia racing for the national team and later moved his young family to Canada, where he competed for Canada’s Olympic team.

Babikov achieved a fifthplace finish at the Vancouver Olympics and is also a World Cup gold medalist.

For the past couple of years, Babikov was the coach of

Canada’s Olympic team and is now the provincial development coach for Crosscountry Alberta – including the Camrose Ski Club.

Membership and participation in any of the ski club programs provides a community where skiers are encouraged to improve their skill and fitness, but more importantly to have fun in a safe and encouraging environment.

Skiers who participate in racing have the support of their teammates and coaches when racing competitively or in Loppets (fun races) throughout the season and have opportunity to join in extra training weekends as well.

Camrose is privileged to have Canada’s only natural luge track and private lessons are available to anyone. This is a great birthday party or staff Christmas party idea for anyone willing to try.

Visit the Ski Club website at www.camroseskiclub.com for ski program and luge information and direct further inquiries to skiclubcamrose@gmail. com. Note that at this time, the Camrose Ski Club does not offer adult ski equipment rentals.

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City writes off several uncollectible accounts

By Lori Larsen

City of Camrose council approved the writingoff of uncollectible utilities, sundry accounts receivable and business licences receivable accounts, in the amount of $18,765 during the regular council meeting held on Dec. 17.

City of Camrose financial services general manager, Travis Bouck explained to council instances that arise whereby balances due by customers and residents in utilities and accounts receivable cannot be collected.

“Every year we go through a process where we try to identify the accounts, whereby collection efforts have not been able to provide us with successfully recovering the funds. These are generally related to utility accounts where the premises are rented and the tenant is no longer there and we have an outstanding amount that is in excess of the damage deposit originally collected.”

Bouck indicated that in 2016, the City of Camrose increased that damage

deposit to $300 and that he would expect in 2019 the number of write-offs related to utility accounts will be significantly lower.

“The other items that we are finding that we generally have a write-off with, is with respect to business licences,” added Bouck. “These are generally businesses that are no longer present in Camrose and we are either unable to track them down or unable to enforce payment of the amount.”

Bouck f u r t her explained that the amounts due, do not disappear from the City system and should an individual who did not pay their utility account return to Camrose at a later date, the unpaid account can be brought back up and the individual asked to pay.

Councillor Agnes Hoveland inquired as to the process for businesses currently existing in Camrose that have back dues.

Bouck explained that the City first sends out statements, then reminders and finally, upon arrears of account, they are turned over to a collection agency.

Be online savvy

By Murray Green

Nearly half of Canadians are expected to be joining the online hunt for bargains but before shopping, take a minute to learn about an advertising trend that’s on the Competition Bureau’s radar called cancelled discounts.

“When shopping on a popular retailer’s website, you find a super deal on a video game, computer, fashion accessory, clothing, or houseware. You place the item in your basket, check out and pay. You then receive an email purchase confirmation. Everything seems normal,” lists the Competition Bureau.

“Later on, you receive an email from the retailer’s customer service. They say there was an error and they can’t honour the advertised price. They cancel your order. Surprisingly, when you go back to the website, the exact same product is still being offered, but at a higher price.”

Under certain circumstances, failing to provide the product at the advertised bargain price could be seen as an illegal bait and switch.

That’s why it’s important that you know what to look out for, what your rights are and where to complain.

Always keep email purchase confirmations and credit card statements. Get a complete refund if the order can’t be fulfilled at the right price.

Confirm that the money is back into your account.

Keep any email exchanges with the retailer’s customer service, especially a confirmation that they’ll give a full refund.

Double-check the website if they claim the item is unavailable at the price offered. If the ad is still up, take a screen shot, ask questions and request that it be corrected so fellow bargain hunters don’t fall into the same trap.

Keep records and file a complaint with the Competition Bureau if the retailer claims the item is unavailable at the price you paid, but it’s available at a higher price.

Know that depending on provincial or territorial consumer protection law, the retailer may have to honour the advertised price. Contact your local consumer protection agency to learn more.

Also, keep these things in mind when shopping.

Use a credit card; many offer protection and may give you a refund. Regularly check your credit card statements for frequent or unknown charges.

Don’t hesitate to contact the retailer’s customer service if you have questions, especially if your money is gone and there’s no product in sight. You might only have a small window of time to flag the problem and alert your credit card provider.

If you believe you have been misled, contact the Competition Bureau and file a complaint by phone at 1‑800‑348‑5358 or online.

2018-2019 HOLIDAY SCHEDULES OFFICE HOURS FOR CITY HALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICE, PUBLIC WORKS AND FIRE HALL

Dec. 24, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . Open until Noon Dec. 31, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . Open until Noon Dec. 25-26, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Jan. 1, 2019 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Dec. 27-28, 2018 . . . . . Open Regular Hours Jan. 2, 2019 . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours For more information, contact City Hall at 780-672-4426 Public Works After Hours Emergency contact 780-672-4444 CAMROSE REGIONAL SANITARY LANDFILL Dec. 24, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . Open until Noon Dec. 31, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . Open until Noon Dec. 25-26, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Jan. 1, 2019 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Dec. 27-30, 2018 . . . . . Open Regular Hours Jan. 2, 2019 . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours For more information, contact Green for Life at 780-612-7484 CENTRA CAM RECYCLING DEPOT Dec. 24, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . Open until Noon Dec. 31, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . Open until Noon Dec. 25-26, 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Jan. 1, 2019 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed Dec. 27-30, 2018 . . . . . Open Regular Hours Jan. 2, 2019 . . . . . . . . . Open Regular Hours For more information, contact Centra Cam Recycle Depot at 780-679-4196 RESIDENTIAL WASTE/ORGANICS COLLECTION Dec. 24-28, 2018 . . . . . . . . Regular Waste Collection Week Non-Organic Collection Week Dec. 31, 2018 to Jan. 4, 2019 . . . . . . . . . . . Regular Waste and Organic Collection Week

Dec. 25 Collection will be collected on Dec. 26 Jan. 1 Collection will be collected on Jan. 2

Remember bi-weekly organic collection through the winter months For more information, contact Waste Connections at 780-679-0409

PUBLIC NOTICE

Development Permit 4493 – Variance The City of Camrose Development Authority has received a Variance application for an existing dwelling that encroachments into the south side yard setback located within the R1 – Low Density Residential District at: 3902-65 Street, Camrose, AB; Lot 23, Block 26, Plan 772 0407 Any person(s) who objects to, or supports the variance, or for additional information contact Planning and Development Services, 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8; phone 780-672-4428 or email to: planning@camrose.ca by December 31 at 11:00 am. Written submissions shall include full name and address.

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Receiving 50-year pins are Camrose LA president, Grace Torpe, and Lois Torpe from Alberta LA Command president, Margaret Koenig, left, and Louisa Undin, right. Missing is Margaret Pho, a 55-year pin recipient.

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EMBELLISH SEASON

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Members of the EmBellish Handbell Choir played at the Camrose Public Library to celebrate the season on Dec. 8. EmBellish plays for Sunday morning worship services on occasion at the Camrose United Church and at other events as requested and at members’ availability. EmBellish currently rings four octaves of bells and three octaves of chimes.

Punch Drunk Cabaret celebrates New Year along with Haunted Ball

By Murray Green

A New Year’s Eve Haunted Ball featuring Punch Drunk Cabaret will be held at the Bailey Theatre on New Year’s Eve. It will combine the decadence of New Year’s with the spooky spirit of Halloween.

Semi-formal, steampunk, Halloween or rockabilly attire are all encouraged as prizes will be awarded for the best dressed patrons.

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A New Year’s gala will be held at the Camrose Resort Casino on Dec. 31 to mark the ringing in of 2019.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the live party band, The Scoundrels, hit the stage at 9 p.m.

Submitted Roger Olson and Kathleen Tennant from Bawlf defended their title as Zone 4 Alberta 55 plus Floor Shuffleboard champions at the Challenge Cup held in Bawlf on Dec. 14.

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Harder brings Camino to Camrose

By Lori Larsen

Walking Spain’s Camino de Santiago, once a pilgrimage mostly of believers, now a pilgrimage that reflects the needs of each individual hiker, whether that be spiritual, physical, mental or otherwise, was a challenge that Camrosian Anna Harder was compelled to meet.

After spending two weeks exploring the beautiful countryside of Ireland with hubby Bill, on Sept. 14 Anna set out on her own journey of discovering a personal pilgrimage.

“I arrived home on Oct. 19 after walking a total of 800 kilometres,” smiled Anna with the realization of the amazing feat she had just accomplished.

Spain is a safe place and that it wasn’t a dangerous environment.

“Yes there are fatalities on the Camino every year but they are due to traffic accidents. Pilgrims aren’t typically watching where they are going. You get in the zone when you are walking and I can understand how these accidents

So they will work until they can’t take it any more then they will quit and that may be the only opportunity they may have to do this. After they come and do the Camino they go back to Korea and take on another job where they never get a moment to themselves.”

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of time. “That takes some of the adventure out of it for me. To get there and not know what I am getting was part of what I wanted to experience–the unknown.”

She remarked on the plenitude of things to see and do along the trip, describing the different landscapes and scenery.

“A lot of pilgrims really dislike the centre portion from the City of Burgos to the City of Leon, they call it the Meseta. It is very similar to the plains.” And for Anna, born and raised in rural Alberta, it was like home. “I loved it. I was observing the kinds of agriculture they were engaged in and liked the little towns which had the same kind of rural feel like Forestburg where I grew up.”

Anna admits that there were times in her journey, at about 412 km in, where she was less than happy to hear the greeting and as custom would have it, return the greeting, Buen Camino (loosely translated to mean good journey) from someone blasting past her on a bicycle.

“You can not believe how slow things are when you have to get there by walking. There could be a sign for coffee and you really want a coffee, but it is 150 metres off in the opposite direction. You really weigh out the importance of that coffee when that is 300 metres, return, out of your way. Location is extremely important when you are walking.”

When asked the obvious, why would you do this, Anna reflected for a minute then said the reason was two fold.

“In 2013 I did the first, not quite 300 km, of the Camino. I was working and didn’t have enough time to do the whole thing. The reason why I did it then, was because I had never travelled alone and had been parenting since 1979.

I never had the opportunity as a young adult to venture or travel.”

Anna had heard about the trek in a documentary she watched and remembers thinking to herself, there are places you can just go and hike like that, I want to do that.

And so she did, completing as Life lesson much as she could in the 12 days Not that every journey or trip she had back then, more-or-less or adventure needs to teach us a vowing to herself she would one lesson, hiking the Camino, again, day return and complete the entire reaffirmed what Anna learned trip. the first time, how people can do While Anna said that she and with so little. “Happiness isn’t tied Bill do some hiking in the Rockies Anna Harder, second from left into anything we have,” pondered is pictured with fellow pilgramgers in front of the she admits that she is not a lifeAnna. “It is about having a great Cathedral de Santiago time back-country hiker, it is more at the end of the 800 kilometre trek. conversation with an unexpected recreational for them.

“The Camino is less arduous could happen–walking across busy Anna sighed with that realiza- person at the end of your day, or than that, in terms of, you don’t roadways or walking in the dark. tion, observing it is something that having a meal together. I don’t have to pack your food or a tent. Accidents happen.” needs to change about, not only need anything more than what is Your basic job every day is to just According to statistics over Korean culture, but worldwide. in that backpack.”

Anna also observed. “The presdo the walking. Most days, except 200,000 pilgrims trek that par- “This younger generation of Koresure to succeed and the definition for a couple, where ticular Camino annually and ans are not going to stand for it in of what that success is, has tied depending on the the long haul and on a lesser scale, Anna said there tends to up our generation in knots. There geography, the be a lot of people over 55 we are already recognizing that.” he best isn’t anything wrong with success, towns are a little She also noted that Korean pilyears of age “olderish” as part of the she said, in the early years grims had a strong sense of com- I think what is wrong is what our further apart, if you can make it experience was the of retirement. “But there is munity. “They may not even know definition of success is.”

In returning home to a welfive kilometres people I met. a lot of young adults too, each other, are travelling indepencoming, happy husband, warm you can make it which I didn’t expect to dently, but they would still all get familiar bed, and overtly excited to the next town.” see in the fall. Particularly together in the hostels where they After which, she said, you can Europeans seeking this experience were staying, with cooking facili- dog, Anna was once again reminded of the joy she feels back in the sit down and have a Café con leche out. ties and cook meals together. or croissant. “It’s hardly roughing “I really enjoyed getting to “They seemed very organized community of Camrose.

“When you are on the Camino, it,” she laughed. “More like first know lots of these people. It is and very frugal,” she said adding because of the pace you walk and a great global experience,” which that the meals they cooked smelled world privilege kind of hiking.

“When I look at current news she said spoke to the second part so good that she would have hap- the pace others walk, you have an experience that you are a walking in Central America, those people, of the reason why she returned to pily paid to share some. community.

The adventure what they are enduring is not the Camino.

“You have this moving commuIt is difficult to understand the “When I went the first time first world privilege hiking and nity of people. And you grow and dynamics of walking 800 kilomeI didn’t know what to expect but my heart breaks for them. Not to downplay what I did or what other discovered the best part of the tres, in one trip, but after listening you network as you go, not unlike living in a small city about Anna’s advenpilgrimagers (on the Camino) do, experience was the people I met.” like ours where we ture told through And although she was well but it is really nothing compared ou have this continue to expand her acute recollecaware that she would not have the to the hardships they (people in our network. You tion and her incredsame experience this time around, moving Central America) are suffering.” may not see certain Anna reflected on the words of it was still just as good, just dif- ible sense of humour community of people. people for a while, and looking through many women who asked her prior ferent. but there is this dozens of amazing She said she met a handful of to and after her journey, remarkhappy reunion when you do meet photographs, one can certainly people from Canada, but found the ing on how brave they thought she them.” begin to grasp the wonder of the pilgrimage to be very popular with was to do this on her own.

Every year Anna looks for“It’s funny I don’t feel brave Koreans for reasons she deduced trip.

“They have commercialized it ward to events in Camrose such as may be similar to many on the because I didn’t feel anxious about a lot more in the last five years,” Midnight Madness or Jaywalkers trails. doing it in the first place. I wasn’t said Anna.

“The internet has or just walking around the lake “Their (Koreans) idea of sucworried or frightened. I think you changed the face of the Camino.” cess trumps what our generation and having those chance meetings are brave if you do it in spite of feeling anxious.” In fact, Anna has been doing 10 times over. She ponders the feasibility that with old and new friends or even said the statistics indicated that They are working 80 hours a eventually one will have to start complete strangers. week and they are burned out. reserving sleeping places ahead “Camrose is my Camino.”

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster The Carroll family visited Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Camrose Public Library’s annual Christmas event. From left, Emmett, Jake, Angela, Marcus (little one) Liam and Dominic shared what they wanted for Christmas.

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The automotive section of

It’s all business with this 1939 Chevrolet coupe

By Murray Green

Mel Andres enjoyed restoring a 1939 Chevrolet business coupe in his spare time.

“It had a lot of rust on it when I got it. But, I did a lot of welding to put it back together. There were a few long days cutting and piecing. I used the same metal gauge as the original car,” said Mel. “It has a 350 Chevy engine and a 460 LE automatic transmission with a posi-trac rear end. It has all new safety glass in the car.”

The Chevrolet Master and Master Deluxe are American passenger vehicles manufactured by Chevrolet between 1933 and 1942 to replace the 1933 Eagle. It was the more expensive model in the Chevrolet range at this time, with the Mercury and Standard providing a cheaper and smaller range between 1933 and 1937.

“It drives nice on the highway. I added power seats, windows, tilt, cruise and all of the little extras to make it a joy to take it out on the highway.”

The Chevrolet Master returned for 1939. The Master Deluxe was now the JA, while the base model was renamed the Master 85 (JB). One of the significant changes seen on the 1939 Chevrolet included a longer hood. The headlights also sat atop the front fenders.

Many thought the new fender and grille design of the 1939 models gave it a look similar to the Cadillac of it’s time. By means of its 1939 production line, Chevrolet truly attempted to attract the business class buyer.

“I re-did the whole car and did everything myself.

Well, my brother Ken helped me a little,” he revealed. “It was a business coupe so it came with no back seat. It had a piece of plywood with the gas tank underneath it.

I moved the gas tank from there to the back of the car for safety reasons. It has disc brakes for the same reason.”

This car makes it easy to fit in with the street rod scene, while being unique at the same time. All it takes is this 1939 Chevrolet Business Coupe. After all, it has the classic big fender looks and rumbling V8 we all love.

“I wanted an older vehicle with the modern com-

TOPOWEGGO BLUE

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Mel Andres re-built a 1939 Chevrolet business coupe and painted it his favourite colour as a tribute to his place and a community. He took an old vehicle and added modern conveniences to build his ideal car.

forts. I wanted a car that I could drive comfortably on the highway. If I wanted to go to Calgary with it I could.”

Sometimes the car kept him up at night. “It was a lot of time spent of fixing this vehicle. If I couldn’t figure something out, I would go to bed. In the morning I would have an idea and continue on,” Mel laughed. “It would be common sense in the morning.”

No need to chop the prewar steel because with the bright bumpers and forwardleaning stance, this one already has the intimidation factor of a freight train.

When the sunshine hits this one, it instantly reveals just how good Chevy could craft its steel in 1939.

“It took me about 14 months to complete this car.

I started about 14 months ago and I’m just finishing it now. I have a couple of minor things left to do,” said Mel, who lives just east of Donalda.

Prior to this project, Mel restored a 1958 Fargo short box truck. “I sold it and started on this car. I

really wanted a car. I liked the 1939 Chevrolet coupe. I could have had a four door, but I wanted a coupe and I like Chevy’s with a small block engine. A 350 engine is reliable and it is easy to get any parts you need.”

This coupe is an easy choice for more than just Sunday drives to the car show.

“I wanted something a little rare and a car that I could put together myself. To get parts, I had to get some from the United States.”

He built new side steps.

“I built them out of stainless steel. They scratch fairly easily, so I keep them polished all of the time. They are durable and you can stand on them.”

Inside are plenty of reminders that this custom build has comfort and quality in mind. But this is more than just a coddler. It’s a driving machine.

“I had to order the lights from the States. I put undercoating on to keep it looking nice. I put black and red leather inside because I was going to paint the car

red. I did the interior first.

I changed my mind. The outside colour is Topoweggo blue. That’s what I call it.

There is a little town in the States, Texas with the same name. I even call my home, Topoweggo Place. I named the colour that because I

haven’t seen another colour like it.”

The bright blue 1939 Chevrolet is a stand out on the highway and at car shows. Look for the rare blue colour vehicle and you will soon find Mel sharing his love for his build.

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Plan ahead, stay safe this holiday season

By Lori Larsen

The holiday season brings about an increase of travellers on the road, heading to family or friends for visits. Preparing ahead for the journey can make a big difference should unexpected situations happen along the way.

The following are a few suggestions to do in advance and take with you on your road trip.

Plan first

When planning a road trip check the weather forecast before heading out. Bad weather warnings could mean delaying your trip until the system passes and roads are declared safer.

Most weather reports now include traffic and road conditions as well. If not, check with local RCMP or police alerts to determine road conditions, accidents, hazards or construction.

Recognize how long it normally takes to make the trip, then add some time onto that for unexpected delays including road hazards or vehicle problems. Set a reasonable pace for your journey. Winter months mean shorter daylight, which can cause driver fatigue. As well, travelling as little as three hours during the winter can mean a variety of weather systems.

If need be, schedule an overnight stop. A well rested driver is an alert driver.

If and when possible, plan to leave when traffic is lighter which is especially helpful when travelling in an unknown city or town.

Prep car

Ensure you have good tires on your vehicle, winter tires are the best choice and check air pressure.

Take your vehicle in for a winter tune-up and have all the fluids topped up with winter grades. Pay special attention to your heater, defroster, windshield wipers, brakes and lights.

Fill up with fuel often.

A sudden delay due to an accident or slow down due to weather, means fuel will be used quicker. Running out of gas is not only frustrating but very dangerous.

Consider purchasing roadside assistance. At the very least, have the names and numbers of towing companies along the way, with you.

Pack the car

Besides the luggage, presents and other holiday necessities packing the right items along is vital for any road trip.

Having a cellular phone is highly recommended when travelling. Making sure it is charged and you have a mobile phone charger.

Remember, cold weather will drain the batteries of devices quicker.

An up-to-date GPS or map is essential, especially when travelling in unfamiliar territory.

Always have an ice scraper, snow brush, shovel, jumper cables and extra windshield wiper fluid (good to minus temperatures) in your vehicle.

An emergency kit should include a working flashlight, flares, hazard signs, matches, portable air compressor,

blankets, extra warm clothing (mitts, scarves) nutritious light snacks such as granola bars or nuts and a first aid kit.

Put a bag of kitty litter in your trunk to be used, should you find yourself stuck or in a slippery situation.

Drive safely

Once you are on your way, it is imperative to obey all traffic laws and regulations. In fact it is advised to drive a bit below the posted speed limit during wintery conditions; however, do not impede traffic.

Never count on fourwheel drive, anti-lock brakes or other vehicle technology to keep your vehicle under control. The driver should be in control of the vehicle at all times.

Expect the unexpected.

Even roads you travel often can have sudden hazards.

Be prepared and alert at all times.

Keep your vehicle clear

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Pack an emergency kit, booster cables and snow brush in your vehicle.

of snow and ice. In heavy snow conditions, it may be wise to pull over to a safe place and wipe your vehicle off.

Remain in one lane and follow the vehicle ahead of you at a safe distance. The rule of thumb for safe driving distance is four to six seconds, which equates to four to six car lengths.

It is advised to avoid the use of cruise control in wet, slippery and snowy conditions.

If you find yourself in a

skid, remember to ease your foot off the accelerator and the brake and gently steer your vehicle in the direction you want it to go, not at what you want to avoid. Our hands follow our eyes. Do not over steer or over correct.

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Gertrude Germaine Batke (nee Leclair)

SILENT SANTA

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Our Lady of Mount Pleasant School student Wesley Joyce played the part of a Silent Santa by packing toys for a girl and boy in the Camrose Kinettes Silent Santa program that passes on gifts to less fortunate children. The Merry Christmas Fund also presented people with a holiday meal for families on Dec. 22.

March 5, 1941 ~ December 16, 2018 Gertrude “Gertie”, beloved Mom, Nana, Sister and Auntie, passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose, Alberta at the age of 77 years.

Gertie was born in St. Vincent, Alberta on March 5, 1941, the youngest child to Aurel and Florence Leclair.

On November 22, 1975, she was married to Loris Batke of Edberg, Alberta. Born to this union was one daughter, Irene.

Gertie enjoyed many activities such as being a homemaker, camping, playing Bingo, playing cards and spending time with the family.

On May 16, 1998, she lost the love of her life, husband Loris.

On September 9, 2004, Gertie became “Nana” and welcomed her first grandchild, “her little man”, Jordan. Jordan was the twinkle of her eye. She enjoyed having Jordan for sleepovers and watching hockey games on TV. Springtime was a special time to go out and watch Jordan play outdoor soccer; she was the loudest cheerer on the sidelines.

She lived in Camrose Parkview Place until her passing, where she met some very nice friends and enjoyed visiting with the neighbours. She enjoyed doing puzzles and catching up with the news.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Irene Batke (Trent); her grandson Jordan; step-granddaughter Amber; stepgreat-grandchildren Zachary and Hunter; brothers Lionel Leclair of St. Paul and Palma (Therese) Leclair of Edmonton; sister Alma Berlinguette of St. Paul; brother-in-law Lee (Louise) Batke of Brandon, Manitoba; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gertie was predeceased by her loving husband Loris; parents Aurel and Florence Leclair; infant brother Louis G. Leclair; sisters Lea Stang and Eve Parenteau; brothers-in-law Karl Stang, George Parenteau and Omer Berlinguette; sister-in-law Irene Leclair; and parents-in-law Loren and Ida Batke.

Gertie was a great Mother and Nana; she cherished her time with family and friends. She will be dearly missed by all who have been touched by her.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2018 from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, with Rev. Larry Pederson as celebrant. Interment will take place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Gertie’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation as well as the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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COMFORT QUILTS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster The Battle River Quilters’ Guild presented 124 quilts to various organizations throughout the community before the holiday season at the Bethel Lutheran Church. President Joanne Geertz presented 16 quilts to Amelia Keech of the Rosehaven Provincial Project under the Bethany Group to share with families.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS

Submitted The Anglican Church Women’s Christmas tree gifts were given to the Open Door Society this year. Pictured are some of the ACW members before the gifts were transported to the Gateway office.

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Douglas Eugene Fjeseth December 3, 1935 ~ December 11, 2018 Doug was born on December 3, 1935 and passed away peacefully at home on December 11, 2018 at the age of 83.

Doug took his first years of schooling at Coal Hill School, one-and-a-half miles from home. Mom said she could see the kids for most of the way to school. Doug was the third of four children. Yvonne and Donald came before, and Brian after. Coal Hill School closed in 1946 and, after that, the kids went between Kingman and Round Hill Schools. Doug took grade twelve at Camrose Lutheran College.

Shortly after finishing school, a job opportunity came up mining uranium at Port Radium on Great Bear Lake in the Northwest Territories. Doug worked twelve-hour shifts seven days a week. After working for one year, he got a trip home for a holiday.

Doug stayed there for two years. I remember him telling me a story about a poker game they played the night before flying home; one fellow lost a year’s salary. That proved to be quite a lesson and Doug said he never played again.

The steel mill plant (pipe mill) in Camrose opened in 1960.

Doug started working there and continued for 33 years. He picked up many skills over the years, welding and building implements being two of them. Many neighbours benefited from these skills.

Willie Bjorgum spent many hours visiting while Doug repaired equipment. Doug took over operating the farm when Dad could no longer manage it. Many hours were spent in the field after he had worked a full day at the pipe mill.

He had special friends over the years. Eileen and Sharon were two of them who were important parts of his life at different times.

Fishing and camping with the holiday trailer were two things that he enjoyed.

Doug was a very generous man as I’m sure many people realized. His dogs played a big part in the enjoyment of life and in allowing him to stay at home. We really do realize how important pets are for the well-being of people.

The biggest single factor though, is our sister Yvonne. Without her homemade TV dinners, constant visiting as well as assisting with many other things, living at home for Doug would not have been possible in the last few years.

Thank you, Fred, for all the things you have done over the years. Anne, your driving to doctor’s appointments was much appreciated. We would also like to thank Doug’s part-time housekeeper, Wilma, for volunteering to adopt Doug’s last dog, Link. We are certain that he has found a good home. We would like to thank the people in the home care system.

Doug was predeceased by his Mom and Dad and brother Donald.

Many people called him uncle: Cheryl (Randy) and Barry (Donna); great uncle: Kim (Paul), Jennifer (Jeff), Curtis (Monica), Melanie (Darren) and Daniel (Lisa); and great great uncle: seventeen (won’t name them all).

Doug was a great brother, stubborn as could be, which I think runs in the family. Doug came up to Fourth Creek many times to visit and to help with harvest. His visits were always very enjoyable.

Thank you, Doug, for being part of our lives. We will miss you.

A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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Mary was predeceased by her husband Louis; parents Paul and Maria; sister Maggie Ridley; and twin brother Tony.

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Wildcats win hockey tourney, capture hearts

By Murray Green

The Camrose Wildcats peewee and atom teams captured the Lloydminster Fourth Meridian Female Hockey Classic hockey tournament. But, that’s not the real story about these fine young ladies from our area.

Olivia Brockhoff, Grade 9 student at Holy Rosary School, from Project PJ by Olivia was part of the hockey tournament the peewee Wildcats attended Dec. 7 to 9 in Lloydminister. The teams attending were challenged to collect new PJ’s to donate to the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

“The peewee Wildcats took this challenge seriously, along with a local store called Kaoz Kidz,” said team spokesperson Reana Lundstrom.

“The team produced a victory with top donations for the Stollery Children’s Hospital. This was the heart warming part of a weekend, which ended with the team also taking home the gold medals.”

Olivia was overwhelmed with the support Camrose gave her.

Camrose donated 84 pairs of PJ’s to support Olivia’s Project. She surpassed her goal of collecting 2,000.

The local team received conformation of entry to the Lloydminister tournament and immediately worked on

the donation challenge for the hockey teams.

“This was the start of our girls participation. From here I let my local community (Edberg) know, through Facebook, and asked our local post office to be a collection site for PJ’s,” added Reana.

“Along with community posts on Facebook, I posted personally, along with tagging my husband.

From here a former resident of the Edberg community, and local store owner in Camrose, Bryan Graham reached out to my husband wanting to support the cause. Bryan and his wife Tracy had needed the Stollery for both of their children, and wanted to support the PJ donations through their store.”

They generously discounted PJ’s to $5 for our team and our community to buy for Project PJ by Olivia. They also accepted cash donations toward the cause and donated multiple PJ’s themselves.

The girls handed in the PJ’s as a team, along with the Camrose atom team. Coach Lucas Hudec with the Wildcats (in group PJ picture.).

“We are so proud of these girls and the community of Camrose. They received a highlight video of one of their games at the tournament as a prize,” said Reana.

Bantam Hawks add tournament win

By Murray Green

The Camrose Hawks hockey team won the Wetaskiwin Bantam B tournament by going undefeated on Dec. 14 to 16.

Camrose shut out Stet-

tler 6-0, edged Sylvan Lake 2-1, knocked out the host Wetaskiwin team 3-2 and beat Stettler again 4-2 to garner the tournament victory.

Submitted Camrose peewee Wildcats collected PJ’s for the Stollery Children’s Hospital. The peewee Wildcats delivered 84 PJ’s and $70 cash for the project.

Late surge lifts Kodiaks to win

By Murray Green

After a 2-2 first period, the Camrose Kodiaks scored the only goal in the middle frame and then added two more in the third to win 5-3 over the Calgary Canucks on Dec. 19.

Mckenzie Welke and Jacob Kendall scored in the first and Kyler Kupka netted the second period tally.

Ethan Heidepriem and Colson Genenbach added the winning and insurance markers.

Goalie Griffin Bowerman stopped 19 of 22 shots he faced. Camrose pounded the Canucks’ net with 41 shots.

Despite being out shot, the Kodiaks stayed with Canmore until the third period when the Eagles scored twice to pull out a 7-5 victory, Dec. 18.

In the first period, Canmore went up 3-3 in

Submitted Members of the Hawks include, back row from left, head coach Willie Banack, Tim Banack, Brandon Schuller, Korbin Hafso, Ashten Preza, Logan Lafrance, Trey Albers, Will Krause, Zander Ell, Taylor Gibson, coach Keith Hafso, Colby Jones, coach Jim Jones and coach Ryley Preza-Mairena. Front row from left to right, Caiden Chromik, Ty Hilgartner, Zach Blackman, Ty Befus, Jeremy Burr, Josh Rempel and Devyn Kuzyk. Missing from the photo is Rhett Bergen.

the high scoring affair.

McKenzie Welke and Lane Brockhoff garnered markers for the Kodiaks.

Camrose took over in the middle frame to tie the match. Jacob Kendall,

Camrose had 31 shots on goal.

On offence, Tyler Schendel, Kendall, Damon Zimmer, Williamson, Callum Gau and McKen-

Kyler Kupka and Dylan Williamson collected tallies for the Kodiaks.

Goalie Roddy Ross turned away 42 of 49 shots, while his teammates recorded 26 shots.

Cooper Johnson netted the winner in overtime against the Drumheller Dragons, 2-1 on Dec. 15.

The Dragons started the fire with a power play goal with five seconds left in the opening period. However, Blake Kondor evened the score with a power play tally of his own in the second to tie the game.

Goalie Griffin Bowerman stopped 34 of 35 shots he faced. Camrose fired 27 on the Drumheller net.

Bowerman was sharp to record a shutout, 6-0, against the Olds Grizzlys on Dec. 14.

He was peppered with 44 shots to earn the win.

zie Welke (shorthanded) scored for the bears.

The Kodiaks host Drayton Valley in the next home game on Dec. 28 at 7 p.m. Camrose will hold a New Year’s Day game with Bonnyville providing the opposition at 4 p.m.

The Kodiaks also host the Calgary Canucks on Jan. 5 and the Calgary Mustangs on Jan. 8 with 7 p.m. start times.

Bear facts

Camrose Kodiaks goalie Griffin Bowerman was selected as the defensive player of the week.

He recorded two wins, a shut out and two game star awards between Dec. 10 and 16.

Kendall has decided to play for the University of Niagara in NCAA Division 1 hockey in the future.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS CAMROSE WILD ROSE DANCE CLUB – New Year’s Eve Dance at Mirror Lake Centre, 5415-49 Avenue, Camrose.

Monday, Dec. 31, dance from 8:00 p.m. to midnight. Band: Chwill Brothers, admission: $40/ person. Doors open 5:00 p.m., cocktails 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m., including lunch. Everyone welcome, call Ken 780-672-8324 for info or visit www.camrose seniorcentre.com.

THANK YOU TH E UK R AI NI AN ORTHODOX CHURCH, ALL SAINTS, CAMROSE – would like to thank everyone who supported the 50/50 draw we sold tickets for. 1st, Jeff Olsen; 2nd, Shauna Adloff.

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RENOVATIONS BIG OR small Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Painting, Windows, Drywall, Plumbing, Electrical and Complete Design Renovations Call Gary 780-679-7442

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 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 $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students.

Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.

GROUND FLOOR OFFICE in newer building in Downtown Camrose.

Generous 201 sq. ft., quiet neighbours, air conditioned, ample parking. $326.62/mo., including utilities. To view, please contact Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, the best and fairest in the business!

780-672-3142 days

T WO - BE DRO OM MOBILE HOME – South Side Mobile Park. $1100/mo. plus $1100 dam. dep. Water and lot fee included. Smoking and pets allowed. Looking for one-year lease. Available immediately.

Contact Stephen, 780-619-5812 for further details or to book viewing.

CLOSE TO CITY CENTRE AND UNIVERSITY – spacious, newly upgraded 2-bedroom in quiet, clean, owner-managed apartment. Redecorated, new flooring, dishwasher and stove. No smoking, no pets.

Reference required. Immediate possession. 780-679-2170.

OFFICES • OFFICES • OFFICES Street level offices in newer building in Downtown Camrose. Building is almost entirely renovated and freshly re-painted. Single offices from $192.42 to $425.75 monthly, including utilities, from 100 to 262 sq. ft. Some offices can be combined to create two- or threeroom suites, all on ground floor.

Quiet, considerate neighbours, easy access, lots of parking. Immediate occupancy. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the best landlords in the business!

SECOND FLOOR OFFICE SPACE ON MAIN STREET CAMROSE – Nice quiet neighbours. 146 sq. ft. reasonably priced at $177.31/mo. all inclusive. Available January 1, 2019.

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

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 at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $13.23/sq. ft./year, plus share of property taxes, utilities and insurance, boils out to $2,538.99 monthly. Available January 1, 2019. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

STUDENT RENTAL ROOMS – 6 rooms available with a king size bed, seating area, 42 inch TV, small fridge, microwave, sink and full bathroom. Rental includes free WIFI, pool and gym access, and free breakfast. Rate is $500/mo. plus taxes. Must be paid in advance plus $200 deposit. Available monthly starting January. Please email Dawn Anderson at dander son@camroseresortcasino.com for an application.

QUALITY SEASONED FIREWOOD Offering Birch, Tamarack, Spruce, Pine, Poplar Delivery available Call or text 1-780-361-7500 BROTHER 965i KNITTING MACHINE – with all accessories, instructions, patterns, yarn and DesignaKnit software. Asking $2,350. Call 780672-1990 or cell 780-608-7570.

MACHINERY SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.

REAL ESTATE WEST PARK VILLAGE – Welcome to the sought-after adult community of West Park Village. Enjoy the benefits of living in your own home while reaping the benefits of lawn care and snow removal services with low maintenance fees.

This immaculate move-in ready 18+ adult bungalow features two bedrooms up and one bedroom down, 2.5 baths, with vaulted ceilings, and is one of the very few that has fully developed walkout basement with extra windows and views of the lake.

With over 2,400 sq. ft. of fully developed living space, it is located at 4505-71 Street Close, right behind Superstore, so it is close proximity to all shopping and all amenities. Available immediately. Priced to sell at $379,900. Call Bob at 780916-9032 for more information and to schedule a showing.

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CAR STORAGE – available in Ohaton. Heated $150/mo. Nonheated $100/mo. Call Gord at The Auto Shoppe, 780-672-7231.

BOATS, RVS and CAMPERS LOVE CAMPING, BUT TIRED OF SHOVELLING SNOW OFF THE AWNING IN MAY? Say goodbye to your Gulfstream! Move it fast with a Camrose Booster classified.

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MISCELLANEOUS 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.

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NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

SERVICE PINS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Receiving 35-year Royal Canadian Legion pins, from left, are Linda Stevenson, District 3 Commander, Joyce McVee and Kae Keichinger from Louisa Undin. Missing is Caroline Chartrand. Missing from receiving 30-year pins were Shirley Blaeser, Sharon Krezanoski and Wendy Minns.

The following Development Permits have been conditionally approved subject to the right of appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. Any person claiming to be affected by a development permit approval may appeal to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 (780-672-4446), by filing a written notice of appeal, accompanied with payment of $150.00, by 4:30 pm on January 1, 2019.

Type of Development: Move on a 2019 64’x20’ manufactured home Legal Description: Lot 25, Block 3, Plan 1442HW SW 18-45-19-W4 Permit Number: 18-178 Type of Development: Gravel extraction Legal Description: NW 36-41-21-W4 Permit Number: 18-179 Type of Development: Fertilizer blending, storage and sales Legal Description: Pt. Lot 3, Block 1, Plan 142-3662 Pt. SE 25-46-20-W4 and Pt. NE 24-46-20-W4 Permit Number: 18-180

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of TRESSA LITTLE, of Viking, Alberta, who died on August 20, 2018.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by Friday, January 25, 2019, and provide details of your claim with WAYNE THRONDSON, Q.C., at Fielding & Company LLP, Suite 100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S3.

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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Vikings look for strong half

By Murray Green

The Augustana Vikings hockey team are focusing on making the playoffs this season. The 9-5 Vikings are currently tied for fourth place.

The Vikings host Concordia Thunder in the next home game on Jan. 11 in the Encana Arena at 7:30 p.m.

Merry Christmas to all…

Here’s H ’ hoping h i your holiday h lid break b k iis • Calm • Peaceful • Bright • Beautiful and full of friends, family and fun Thanks for counting on me!

Matthew Mayer ASSOCIATE BROKER

Cell 780-781-7088 mmayer@centralagencies.com

Office 780-672-4495

Volleyball

The women’s volleyball team has a 7-5 record and are in third place. Augustana men’s team are also 7-5 and are tied for third place.

The next home games are on Jan. 3 and 5 at 6 and 8 p.m. against the Lakeland Rustlers.

Basketball

The Vikings women’s team are in first place with a 10-2 record. On the men’s side, Augustana is 6-6 and are tied for third place.

Both the women’s and men’s Vikings host Grande Prairie Wolves on Jan. 11 at 6 and 8 p.m. and on Jan. 12 at 1 and 3 p.m. in the next home series.

Curling

The winter regionals are on Jan. 25 to 27, 2019 at MacEwan (Avonair).

Provincials are set for Feb. 22 to 24 with Olds hosting the championships.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year but most of all…Thank you!

I’ve enjoyed a tremendous first year in my new career as a real estate agent. Every day is exciting, and I’ve been blessed to work with so many great people (staff, management and clients)!

Thanks for counting on me!

Wally Wrubleski Agent for Central Agencies Realty

Cell 780-781-7323

Office 780-672-4495

Central Agencies Home of the Week

Spacious bungalow with two garages

By Lori Larsen

With lots of space to raise your family, this five-bedroom bungalow with two garages and backing Chester Ronning School is a great fit.

A large open entry welcomes guests into the home that features stylish vaulted ceilings and exposed beam details invoking a light airy feeling. The living room has three large windows that allow a welcoming amount of natural light flowing into the large dining area. The kitchen has dressy maple cabinets, a wall oven and a handy upright pantry with pullout storage.

The main floor contains the master bedroom with its own two-piece en suite for homeowner privacy, two more bedrooms and a newly renovated four-piece main bathroom.

The completed basement takes the worry out of renovations and offers even more room for your family to spread out.

Large windows open up the space to lots of light. A huge family games room combination is the perfect place to house a big screen television, maybe a pool table

Matthew Mayer and includes a fireplace with an electric insert, a nook that would make a perfect reading area or shelving space and a wet bar for entertaining.

Two more bedrooms and a threepiece bathroom complete the basement providing older children with their own space to spread out, or overnight guests with a little extra privacy away from the main living area.

A large laundry area makes sorting and folding a breeze and has plenty of room for seasonal storage.

A gazebo in the landscaped backyard is a lovely covered place to enjoy fresh air and relax with a good book.

One of the highlights of the property is not only the attached garage, but a rear alley 24’ x 26’ detached garage that is already set up with half the space dedicated to a hobby or workshop.

This five-bedroom bungalow at 4309-63 Street is priced within a comfortable budget at $339,900. There will be an open house on Saturday, Dec. 29 from 1 until 3 p.m., or for a personal viewing call Matthew Mayer:

Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-781-7088 Cell

…MORE LISTINGS FOR CENTRAL AGENCIES COMMERCIAL EXC. LOCATION, BLDG. ... Camrose City Centre! 4000 sq. ft. commercial bldg. built in 2004, zoned C1. Prof. services/offices.

Very nicely dev. w/2 bays, each w/reception, 7 offices, 2 washrooms, coffee room, laundry. Easy customer access! Exc. opportunity! Call now!

Asking $629,000 CA0149026 EXC. BUSINESS/ INVESTMENT O P P O R T U N I T Y, ZONED C1! ... Great central location. 7662 sq. ft. Commercial Mixed Use building for retail, office, warehousing. Front retail, bays w/loading docks, warehousing. East bay 2435 sq. ft. very nicely dev., currently available to lease/occupy. Easy customer access, parking. Exc. investment opportunity w/3 existing tenants! Asking $639,900 CA0148931 E X C E L L E N T B U S I N E S S / INVESTMENT OPPORTU N ITY! – ZONED M1 ... Excellent east end location!

10,000 sq. ft. building, plus additional 2nd floor mezzanine and offices. Three titled condo bays w/14’x16’ doors. Easy customer access and parking! Excellent place for your business and you can lease what you don’t need!

CA0146778 EXC. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! ... “The Lefse House”, an authentic Scandinavian bakery!

Well established, 29 years in Camrose community. 4 bus. lines: retail, wholesale, gifts, coffee shop/restaurant. Strong reputation reaches far beyond.

Asking $85,000 CA0140346 EXC. COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY! … Exc. multiuse property, 3600 sq. ft. bldg. on 1.67 acres, Ervick Junction, Hwy 13 and Hwy 21. Zoned RCI, Rural Commercial and Industrial. Awesome htg. combo w/in-floor and OH radiant. 14’x16’ high doors, Buderus boiler, mezz + more. Exc. opportunity!

CA0132731 Asking $435,000 EXC. MIXED USE PROPERTY, ZONED M1 …

Central location, 3780 sq. ft. bldg., lge. front office area, 2 sep. bays. Easy customer access, parking.

100’x170’ lot, fenced compound. Exc. place for your bus., lease what you don’t need!

Asking $359,000 CA0152398 OWN THIS MOTEL AT A GREAT PRICE! …

25 unit motel for sale in Forestburg! Ready for either a live-in, or investor looking to add a potential revenue earner. Units all come fully furnished, 9 suites w/kitchenettes. Bldg. across from Golf Course, community hall. CA0140639 Asking $349,900 GREAT INVESTMENT … 3970 sq. ft. commercial bldg. Main bay w/dual 14’ OH doors, radiant heat + sec. bay w/standard garage door and FA heat. 3-phase power, 220, city water/ sewer, 2-pce. bath, office, reception. 39’x99’ storage compound + ten 12’x20’ storage bays, 1168 sq. ft. home. Use it all or sublet to pay the bills.

Asking $339,000 CA0129977 6,000 SQ. FT. EMPTY LOT! … Located downtown between Credit Union and Royal Bank. C1 zoning, excellent location. Wonderful investment or building spot opportunity! Asking $149,900 CA0085343

COMMERCIAL LOTS COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! … Perfect location, adjacent to Cornerstone commercial area, a well-established hub of Camrose retail/business activity! The possibilities are endless with this land!

CA0151317 Asking $6,900,000 2.94 ACRE MULTI-FAMILY LOT ZONED R3!

EXC. LOCATION, CLOSE TO AMENITIES! … Exc. property for an adult community, condominium project and/or multi-family developments. Prime west-end location w/exc. site. Pavement on 3 sides, across from huge park.

CA0097247 OVER 32 ACRES OF PRIME LAND READY TO BE DEVELOPED! … This fully serviced parcel in west end Camrose is now available. Look at making your own imprint in this ever evolving city.

Motivated sellers ready to make a deal!

Asking $2,800,000 CA0144255 EXCELLENT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY … on the Ring Road. 3.01 acres w/exposure to 50 Street and Camrose Drive.

CA0138670

EXC. COMMERCIAL B U I L D I N G / DEVE LOPM E NT OPPORTUNITY IN BASHAW! ... Located right on Main Street.

6 total lots equaling 155’x120’ + store front bldg. and 26’x40’ metal shop make up this property.

You own nearly the entire street, think of the endless opportunities you have to grow this beautiful community! Asking $169,900 CA0151552 INDUSTRIAL LAND AVAILABLE … in Camrose.

Over 14,000 M2 (146’x100’). Being sold “as is where is” with no warranties or representations.

Asking $139,900 CA0145811 M&M FOOD MARKET … is well established, in high traffic location.

Recent reno’s. Here’s your chance to add to existing portfolio or start a new one! Fantastic exposure, great walk-up capability make this a truly desirable location for any retail business. Completely turnkey, ready for new owners!

Asking $375,000 CA0143960 CHURCH PROPERTY IN HEART OF CAMROSE! ... Exc. city centre location w/7 lots. 35’x120’ property provides ample parking. Over 12,000 sq. ft. MF, 3700 sq. ft. upper level. Natural fit for another existing or growing church. Lots of possibilities and opportunities here! Zoned C1.

Asking $999,000 CA0141102 EXC. BUSINESS INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY … One Tooth Activewear is a fantastic company that strives to maintain highest quality products w/friendly customer service! Outstanding time to own your own turn key business. Business, name, equip. for sale. Inventory not included.

Asking $68,800 CA0148082 NEED SPACE FOR YOUR NEW IDEAS? … Or growing company? Or maybe you want an indoor place for your RV, or a spot to work on your toys? Only 10 min. drive from Camrose in Bittern Lake. 40’x50’ shop w/solid concrete floor would be ideal for anyone! Maint. free bldg., power in place, two 12’ doors, 14’ ceiling height.

Asking $149,900 CA0141335 EXC. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY – ZON E D 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

FOR LEASE BRAND NEW STATEOF-THE-ART BLDG! … Exc. east end hwy location. Outstanding efficiently designed concrete bldg., property.

Exc. presentation, streetscape, superior site plan, low operating costs. High visibility, easy customer access. 3 lease areas w/4453 sq. ft.

Separate entrance. Outstanding place for your business!

CA0152225 MIXED USE PROPERTY, ZONED M1 … Central location. 3780 sq. ft. bldg., lge. front office area, 2 separate bays. Easy customer access, parking.

100’x170’ lot, fenced compound. Exc. place for your business! Asking $2850/mo. CA0152403 GEMINI CENTRE … a place for business! 2158 sq. ft. on ground floor.

Exc. opportunity for your new or existing business.

Superior design, superb visibility, exposure.

Elevator access. Great location, premier bldg.

Call today for more info!

CA0140753 EXC. OFFICE OR BUSINESS LOCATION … 1600 sq. ft. w/spacious reception, 5 offices, 2 washrooms, coffee area, storage. A/C. Exc. paved parking, front & side access. Asking $1450/mo. plus utilities.

CA0149692

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In the Spirit of the Holiday Season

I wish to humbly express my genuine gratefulness to you for allowing me to be of service in 2018 It’s special people like you who make the difference in my work and my family’s life

God’s Blessings and to everyone – all the best in 2019!

Graham Wideman

Associate Broker Central Agencies Realty Phone 780-679-8384

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Open HouseS Fri., Dec. 28, 12-2 pm 2706-60 Street Close IMMACULATE, WELL KEPT 4-BDRM. HOME … backing onto Valleyview Massive ICE!framing,Lake!

PRICF private lot.

C/W triple, dble.

NEW glazed windows, 4-season sunroom, custom cabinets, hardwood. Downstairs 2 bdrm., family room w/wet bar, office/music room could easily dble. as 3rd bdrm. Fantastic storage, RV parking, parklike setting in back yard!

Asking $499,900 CA0152195

Fri., Dec. 28, 12-2 pm 3902-49 Street Ironwood Estates

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EXCEPTIONALLY FULLY-DEVELOPED WALKOUT BUNGALOW … backing onto water in Valleyview West subdivision! This stunning home features vaulted ceilings, flex room, gas FP, awesome master w/5-pce. en suite, a/c. 24’x24’ garage. Asking $629,900 CA0096217

ABSOLUTE STUNNER! … Stylish and functional WO 2-storey. 3 bdrm., 3 baths, upper laundry room, bonus room, covered deck, fin. garage, A/C, quartz counters, walk thru pantry, gas FP + more! Custom built bench seating in back entry, master bdrm., 5-pce. en suite w/6’ shower, stand All homes come complete with alone soaker tub! This one is going to wow you!

New Home Warranty and contractor’s warranty Asking $569,900 CA0146374

CAMROSE HOMES OVER $375,000 NEW SHOW HOME BY IPEC HOMES! … An amazing community! Close to walking trails. Zero step, no condo fees. A must see!

Sat., Dec. 29, 1-3 pm 4309-63 Street “Home of the week, see page 31!”

5-BDRM. BUNGALOW … w/2 garages backing Chester Ronning School.

Vaulted ceiling, exposed beam, fin. bsmt., some new windows. 3+2 bdrm., 3 bath incl 2-pce en suite. 18’x25’ attach., 24’x26’ detach. garage. Exc. presentation. Asking $339,900 CA0149202

OVER $375,000 EXC. FAMILY BI-LEVEL … across from park/ playground! Awesome Century Meadows location, ideal for whole family.

5-bdrm., 1376 sq. ft. bi-level w/bright open floor plan, 9’ ceilings, spacious kitchen, lovely LR, cozy FP, lge. dinette, generous bdrm., en suite, huge family/games area. Attached 22’x24’ garage, RV parking + more. Asking $379,900 CA0146215 IRONWOOD ESTATES … a master planned community designed for active adults. You’ll love the lifestyle w/beautiful Stoney Creek Park, walking trails close by. All zero step entry homes w/senior friendly design! Model 1,124, Model 1,286, Model 1,456 w/multiple design options.

Gorgeous open design w/9’ ceilings, cozy in-floor htg. Quality, energy efficient built homes. Choose your décor. No condo fees. New exciting community, lifestyle! Asking $375,460 CA0151416 NEW COMMUNITY! WOW! WALKOUT BSMT. VILLAS OVERLOOKING LAKE! …

Valleyview West, parks & walking trails close by. Coffered ceilings, hardwood flrg., gourmet kitchen, granite, spacious dinette, gorgeous LR. Superb master, en suite, a/c, exc. bsmt., in-floor htg. Awesome deck/patio, fin. garage, artificial turf. It’s all done, amazing views! CA0140242 Asking $530,162 ASTONISHING WALKOUT BUNGALOW IN VALLEYVIEW … w/ sports court! Premier lifestyle w/open floor plan w/quality, craftsmanship. 4-bdrm., 3-bath home features 9’ coffered ceilings, massive office, FP, MF laundry, 5-pce. en suite, HW on demand, granite counter tops w/spacious kitchen, lge. island, WT pantry. Downstairs incl. wet bar, huge rec room. Triple garage, RV parking. Amazing south views of valley w/all artificial grass. Asking $995,000 CA0136120 PRICED TO SELL! STUNNING! … custom built home in Valleyview.

Close to walking trails, parks. 3198 sq. ft. bungalow boasts open, inviting floor plan, 11’ coffered ceilings, natural lighting, stone FP, MF laundry, hardwood flrg.

Custom kitchen w/island, breakfast bar, SS appl., WI pantry, upper China displays. Spacious master w/WI closet, 5-pce. en suite. Covered deck, hot tub in back yard. Htd. oversized attach. garage, covered front porch.

Asking $575,000 CA0150889 GORGEOUS COPPERSTONE CONDO OVERLOOKING MIRROR LAKE! … Exc. location near walking trails, downtown shopping, senior centre! Exc. bldg., in-flr. htg., wraparound decks, underground htd. parking. Bright open plan, 9’ ceilings, FP, gourmet kitchen, granite, gorgeous LR, spacious dinette, superb master/en suite, in-suite laundry. AMAZING VIEWS! You’ll love the quality, location, lifestyle! CA0140533 Now only $539,900 BEAUTIFUL BI-LEVEL, TRIPLE GARAGE! …

Bright open floor plan, 2 entrances, vaulted ceilings, open staircase, columns! Asking $409,900 CA0141127

SOLD

BRAND NEW BUNGALOW … Quartz kitchen counters, FP, vinyl plank flg., MF laundry, WI pantry, vaulted ceiling. Bsmt. framed for future dev. Covered porch, 11’x18’ deck, triple car garage. CA0111562 Asking $429,900

MULTI-FAMILY NINE-PLEX, EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! … Very well maintained, central downtown location. Impressive bldg., 8 spacious 2-bdrm. suites, one spacious 1-bdrm. suite. Oversized 50’x209’ lot w/ample parking. A property you’ll be proud to own! Don’t miss out on this one! CA0117063 Now only $899,000 WELL MAINTAINED FOURPLEX … close to schools, parks, rec centre.

Nice quiet location w/three 2-bdrm., one 1-bdrm., shared coin laundry, good parking, balconies for upper units. Shingles 3 years old. Central boiler system.

Asking $434,900 CA0137733

EXC. HOME IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE! … This custom built home will please any growing family and offers vaulted ceilings, 2 wood FP, multiple living areas, exc. kitchen w/one-of-a-kind dinette, lge. master w/4-pce. en suite. 22’x26’ garage, beautiful yard + much more! Asking $499,900 CA0109971 SITTING ON ONE OF THE NICEST LOTS IN CENTURY MEADOWS! ... This really could be the quality home your family’s been waiting for! Featuring high-end engineered hardwood, vaulted ceilings, custom master, quartz counters, gas FP. Trex deck w/in-step lighting, prof. landscaped yard – THE LIST GOES ON! Everything is done, just move in! Asking $555,900 CA0119198 BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW, VALLEYVIEW WEST! … Close to parks, walking trails.

Covered front veranda, 9’ and coffered ceilings.

Beautiful hardwood floors, amazing kitchen, huge WT pantry, luxurious en suite, superb MF laundry, bsmt. w/cozy in-floor htg. Covered deck, 24’x26’ att. garage, RV parking + more!

Fin. w/elegance! Ask $495,162 CA0140251 AMAZING CUSTOM BUILT WALKOUT BUNGALOW … in Valleyview! Premier location, exc. quality, impressive floor plan. Coffered ceilings, gorgeous open stairwell, stone accents, beautiful hardwood flrg., XL windows, custom cabinetry, granite, huge island/breakfast bar, WT pantry. Awesome great room, dinette views. Spectacular master, en suite, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., in-floor htg., huge family/games area, custom bar, media room! A/C. Awesome yard, covered deck, private courtyard, garage. Now only $1,095,000 CA0141217 PREMIER CAMROSE LOCATION … atop 52 St. quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by green space, walking distance to Augustana. Classic split level home w/many triple pane vinyl windows, hardwood floors, updated kitchen, wood FP, 3-bdrm. up plus MF office, A/C and fin. bsmt. Rare opportunity for this location! Asking $449,900 CA0148975

MULTI-FAMILY LOTS 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

FOR LEASE NEW 1080 SQ. FT. BAYS AVAILABLE! … Need space for your new or growing business? Maybe a spot to work on your car or RV? Bright, spacious bays w/14’H x 16’W OH doors.

Bay sizes 27’ wide x 40’ deep w/16’ ceiling height. Shower, toilet plumbed in, sep. utility metres. Asking $1100/mo. + utilities, common area fees. CA0151183

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• 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!

WELCOME TO CAMROSE’S NEWEST SUBDIVISION – CASCADES! … Close to all shopping, new playground, dog park, green space, lake, wedge away from golf course. Don’t miss out on opportunity to build your dream home on affordable lots today! Local builders ready to get started on your new project. Easy access for commuters to Hwy 13. Hurry, pick your lot before they’re gone!

Starting at $85,900

Beautiful Walk Out Bungalows

by Battle River Homes Gorgeous walkout condos backing onto lake and trails!

NEW IN VALLEYVIEW WEST • Desired community LAKE ESTATES! • 9’ and 10’ ceilings • Gourmet kitchens, granite • Generous garages • Exceptional craftsmanship • Finished with Starting from $409,162 elegance

Amazing lake views!

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PREMIER FAMILY FLOOR PLAN … with walkout bsmt. in Creekview! Stunning 4-bdrm., 2192 sq. ft.

2-storey w/bonus room.

Rear covered deck. A/C, flex room w/sliding barn doors, MF laundry, open kitchen overlooks dining, living area w/lge. windows, exc. gas FP w/stone feature wall. True master suite features 5-pce. en suite w/htd. floor. More than enough room for whole family w/terrific valley views you will absolutely love! Asking $537,000 CA0119211 WOW! BEAUTIFUL 2-STOREY, AWESOME YARD, CENTURY MEADOWS! … Close to parks and walking trails. Gorgeous 2741 sq. ft. home.

Exc. presentation, beautiful open staircase, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flrg. Awesome kitchen, bright dinette, DR, LR, family, den, 2 cozy FP, MF laundry. Huge master, superb en suite. Dev. bsmt.

Huge yard, private courtyard, RV parking. Impressive home! Now only $527,900 CA0117430 ACREAGE SETTING, LIFESTYLE IN CITY OF CAMROSE! …

Gorgeous 2136 sq. ft. WO bungalow. Beautiful spacious foyer, open staircase, vaulted ceilings, bright windows, display ledges/niches, hardwood flrg. Amazing countryside views from dinette, family/LR. Gourmet kitchen, exc. master, superb en suite, MF laundry. In-floor htd. bsmt, 28’x38/36’ triple garage. Space, privacy – you’ll love it! Asking $597,000 CA0151525 VALLEYVIEW 2-STOREY … bright, beautiful, backing onto Valleyview Lake, walking trails! Open concept MF w/lots of natural light. Lovely sitting room w/gas FP, 3 bdrm., bright, spacious bonus room, master w/en suite, WI closet. Fully fin. WO bsmt. w/family room, bath. Perfect size yard, lake view, RV parking, garden space, 3-car garage. Priced to sell, available immediately! Asking $499,900 CA0151207 TOP FLOOR W/LOFT! …

Floor to ceiling windows showcasing Jubilee Park, high ceilings, lovely open concept condo. 2 bdrm., 2 baths, MF laundry, spacious upper loft. 2 lge. decks to enjoy views, gas FP. Htd. garage located on lower level. Very unique space, make it yours! Asking $479,000 CA0132970 Impressive floor plan in valleyview west! … Vaulted ceilings, gorgeous kitchen, 3 bdrm., finished FR in bsmt., 24’x22’ garage plus much more! Ask $444,900 CA0086740

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EXC. BUNGALOW BY MIRROR LAKE PARK, WALKING TR AILS! … You’ll love location, parkviews, lifestyle.

Bright, open 1120 sq. ft. 3+1 bdrm. w/lots of natural light. Beautiful hardwood, country style kitchen, spacious LR. Enjoy outdoors in private yard. Asking $255,000 CA0152077 MOVE-IN READY BUNGALOW! … Lge. bright kitchen in this 1200 sq. ft. 3-bdrm.

Lots of oak cabinetry w/lge. windows create open feeling to enjoy sunrise at kitchen table.

LR, DR have warm hardwood flrg. to complement FP. Updates incl. vinyl siding w/extra ins., windows, soffit, facia, eavestroughs, shingles.

Close to walking paths, hospital, restaurants.

Asking $264,500 CA0150887 SPACIOUS BUNGALOW … w/ plenty of room for whole family! LR w/wood FP, bay windows. Formal DR or flex space to suit fam. needs. Oak kitchen w/spacious dinette. 3 bdrm. up, MB has full en suite, WI closet. 2 bdrm. down, lge. rec room. Quiet area, fully fenced, mature landscaping.

Asking $349,000 CA0148080 W O N D E R F U L LY UPDATED BI-LEVEL … Close to Chester Ronning School and !

ED UC Rec. Centre. Triple R ED pane upper windows, updated baths, new high eff. furnace, vinyl plank in bsmt. and totally updated kitchen! 2+2 bed w/2 bed, 22’x24’ garage and large mature fenced yard.

Asking $289,900 CA0146458 BUNGALOW TOWNHOUSE! … Attractive, well maintained, backing onto walking paths, green space. Open kitchen, dining, living area. High ceilings, deck access. Lge. master w/4-pce. en suite, WI closet, second bdrm., 4-pce. bath, laundry. Downstairs boasts spacious open area w/high ceilings, lge. windows, add’l. bdrm., 4-pce. bath, lots of storage. Single attch. garage. Asking $339,000 CA0139211 BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW, RV PARKING, HTD. GARAGE! ... Everything you need is on MF. Exc. 1226 sq. ft. home w/open plan, hardwood flrg., superb kitchen, spacious dinette, LR. Superb master, en suite, MF laundry. You’ll love bsmt. dev. Extensive Control 4 home system. Low maint. yard, attached htd. garage. Now only $347,000 CA0133262

WEST FACING BALCONY … in a very clean 1146 sq. ft. adult living condo! Social room, underground parking, recycling. In suite laundry, 2 bdrm., 2 baths. Master has WI closet, en suite. Kitchen has eating bar. LR w/FP. Gas outlet on balcony.

You can even have a small pet, it’s PERFECT! Asking $297,500 CA0139123 WONDERFUL ONE-LEVEL LIVING OPTION … w/mostly fin. WO bsmt. Well kept, cared for bungalow w/hardwood flrg., walk-thru pantry, 4-pce. en suite, MF laundry, bright open concept, low maint. deck/yard. You’ll love the lifestyle!

Now asking $305,000 CA0132421 WELCOME HOME! ...

Lovely multi-level w/MF master, open concept living, hardwood/tile floors, 4 bdrm., 2 baths, part. fin. bsmt. 22’x24’ garage w/RV access on paved lane, fenced yard.

Asking $349,900 CA0142533 EXC. CONDO OVERLOOKING JUBILEE PARK … You’ll love park views, walking trails! Blocks from city centre. Beautiful open design, vaulted ceilings, awesome loft, huge bright windows, superb balcony. Lovely kitchen, gorgeous LR, cozy gas FP, 3 baths, spacious master, a/c. Htd. garage just steps from elevator!

CA0146607 Now only $359,900 SECOND OLDEST HOME IN CAMROSE! ... Rare historic character 3-bdrm. ready for new chapter. 2.5-storey w/ clapboard siding, truncated pyramid roof, front-facing gable dormer, w/open front porch and 2nd storey balcony. Modernized kitchen, character LR, DR, upper attic rec area. CA0146178 Asking $324,900 BEAUTIFUL LIKE-NEW 4-BDRM. TOWNHOUSE! … Open floor plan is must see! Fantastic kitchen/dining area w/island, !

G IN ST NEW LI high-end appl., WI pantry, ample cabinets.

Elegant tray ceiling in FR. Master has WI closet, full en suite. Fully fin. bsmt. w/open FR, full bath, 2 addl. bdrm. Pride in ownership is on full display! Close to parks, walking trails, west end amenities. Like new, elegant, turn key, ready for new owners! Ask $289,900 CA0153334

OUT OF TOWN SO MUCH VALUE! ...

Pride in ownership is on full display. 4-bdrm. home in Hay Lakes won’t disappoint. Nice neutral paint, fantastic fam. rm. w/vaulted ceiling, elegant gas FP, mainly cordless custom blinds, new carpet, bright open floor plan. Stunning fully fenced oversized yard! CA0144275 Asking $340,000 COMMERCIAL PROPERT Y IN OHATON! ... Looking for a property to located your business or just need more space?

This is a good opportunity! 1488 sq. ft. bldg. w/good workshop area, overhead door access.

Exc. 8’x20’ office trailer available all set up.

Located just minutes from Camrose. Take a look! Asking $89,000 CA0093961 BEAUTIFUL 5-BDRM. HOME IN DAYSLAND! …

Move in ready, very functional floor plan includes triple glazed windows, MF laundry, beautiful bright kitchen, dining area. Fin. bsmt. w/family room, gas FP, 2 bdrm. This loved home is ready for its new owners! CA0116319 Asking $299,900 GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY! … Clean, wellmaintained home in Round Hill. Parklike setting, quiet neighbourhood, easy access to Camrose, close proximity to K-9 school. If you’re looking for that character house in a small community, this home may be ideal for you! Ask $99,000 CA0140363 BEAUTIFUL DAYSLAND BUNGALOW … 2003 built w/ICF ING ! block bsmt., infloor LIST heat NinEW bsmt. and 24’x26’ garage. 9’ ceilings, hardwood floors, quality fin. throughout. MF laundry, 3-pce. en suite, beautiful oak cabinetry, no maint. covered deck. A remarkable home w/immediate possession. CA0153386 Asking $309,900

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UPDATED BARRIERFREE HOME … in Daysland.

Wheelchair accessible, open living space, enclosed elevator, many daily aides incl. Updated kitchen, vinyl windows, elec. panel, low maint. flrg. Single garage, 12’x32’ deck, immediate poss. CA0101339 Asking $109,900 LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL LITTLE COMMUNIT Y OF DAYSLAND ! …

Recently remodeled 3-bdrm. bungalow. Bright, open floor plan on 6000 sq. ft. lot. Close to hospital, downtown, park. Perfect for first time home buyer or investor. CA0140553 Asking $74,900 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN FORESTBURG! …

Bldg. consists of 6 units, rear parking, street parking, 2 entrances. Reno’s include siding, roof. Get this one into your rental portfolio! Asking $349,900 CA0140638 IMMACULATE, CLEAN CUSTOM HOME … located in Hay Lakes.

Beautiful, bright custom floor plan. Lovely sitting room, wonderful kitchen, dining area w/ample cabinetry. Superb master w/WI closet, en suite. Family room w/ cozy gas FP. Flowers, shrubs decorate park-like setting out back. Two oversized sheds, twotiered maint. free deck w/aluminum railing, hot tub. Short drive to Camrose, Nisku! Perfect!

Asking $389,900 CA0147302 LAKE LOT OPPORTUNITY … Corner lot at summer village of White Sands. Steps away from the beach! Build your dream home or getaway cabin, or pull your RV out and enjoy. CA0150866 Asking $130,999 READY TO EXPAND YOUR CURRENT BUSINESS? … Two hwy commercial lots located in thriving community of Bashaw. With ease of access to hwy, fantastic exposure, these lots may be ideal for you! Great flat sites w/utilities accessible.

Asking $55,000 each CA0150724/CA0150727

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EXC. SPACE IN DOWNTOWN CAMROSE … This 2171 sq. ft. space has a ton of potential. Located above From Kicks to Kids, this parcel could be ideal for a retail setup, professionals, accountants, lawyers + more! Camrose is known for its downtown shopping, w/wonderful boutique stores, charming restaurants, niche coffee shops. Clean, inviting, available immediately. Asking $1810/mo. CA0143994 EXC. OPPORTUNITY, ZONED C1! ... Central Camrose, 2435 sq. ft. nicely fin. bay offers warehousing, front offices, lge. reception area. Commercial mixed use bldg. w/ easy customer access, parking. Great place for your business! Take a look!

CA0148933

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Prices starting at $279,900

GREAT BUNGALOW … close to schools, rec centre, you’ll love the location! 1071 sq. ft., 3+2 bdrm. home w/oversized yard, RV parking. Country style kitchen, spacious LR, 3 MF bdrm., dev. bsmt. Lots of potential, exc. location!

Asking $238,900 CA0137938 CUTE AND QUAINT … character home close to downtown, schools!

Features 2 bdrm., 1 full bath, tons of charm. MF boasts open dining, living area w/lots of natural light, WO to lge. deck space. Upstairs you’ll find cozy 2nd bdrm. loft w/reading nook.

Mature landscaped yard w/cottage style white fence, sitting porch area, fruit trees, garage.

Asking $219,900 CA0152627 AFFORDABLE LIVING! … 1080 sq. ft. 2-bdrm., 2 bath mobile c/w lots of space, a good floor plan, everything you need! Covered deck, landscaped, fenced yard c/w shed for storage.

Asking $68,000 CA0148605 SUPERB DUPLEX … in Valleyview, close to trails. Pitching wedge away from a great children’s park. Impressive 3-bdrm., 2-storey design w/ open floor plan, lots of bright windows. 9’ ceilings, spacious kitchen w/garden door to private maint. free deck. Investment opportunity or first time buyer, you’ll want to see this place!

Asking $239,900 CA0151835 AFFORDABLE VERY CLE A N SENIOR CONDO … walking distance from doctor’s appt., west end restaurants, shopping! Enjoy sunrise from east facing sun room in reno’d unit w/lge. kitchen, LR. Master boasts dual closets, 4-pce. bath. Utility room has stackable washer/dryer w/room for cabinets, upright freezer or fridge. Warm inviting culture in bldg.

Social room has kitchen. Games room, exercise room + more! Asking $174,000 CA0149084 MOBILE HOME ON ITS OWN LOT! … Super location in quiet cul-desac. Affordable option for first-time buyer w/ opportunity to create sweat equity by undertaking some upgrades. 910 sq. ft. w/3 bdrm., bath. Have a look!

CA0138349 Asking $99,900

ACREAGES

affordable acreage 25 min. to camrose! … Private, treed w/perimeter fencing, 1000 sq. ft. home, 24’x30’ garage, older quonset/barn, 30’x90’ pole shed w/ metal cladding. Some newer windows, updated baths, cozy 10’x22’ porch. Well, septic new approx. 2002. Asking $299,900 CA0148429 REMARKABLE PROPERTY! … 1/3 mile off Hwy 21. 10 min. to Camrose. 26 acres, 2190 sq. ft. fully fin. home + sun room. A/C, vinyl windows, 3 gas FP, newer shingles.

32’x48’ htd. shop, 32’x60’ partially htd. shop, 34’x60’ barn. 7 acres fenced, 11 acres hay, dugout, garden, masterfully landscaped. A true beauty! Asking $995,000 CA0119340 EXC. 1615 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW … on 9.9 acres features good size kitchen/dining area, LR w/garden doors out to your 18’x18’ deck. Attached 24’x31’ garage w/entrance to bsmt. Second well for animals is used in summer + much more! Asking $485,000 CA0123205 AMAZING COUNTRY LIFESTYLE, AWESOME PRIVATE SETTING! …

34.84 acres on Hwy 833 only 5 min. from Camrose. Perfect for hobbyist, small bus. or rec. use. Private treed setting, groomed nature paths, 11 support bldg. 2+3 bdrm, 1822 sq. ft. custom built energy efficient bungalow.

Attached garage, barn, workshops, RV shed, machine shed. Asking $544,900 CA0138798 HOBBY FARM! … Just outside of Daysland, beautiful mature setting. 3.7 acres, 4 bdrm., 2 baths. Lge. LR addition w/new wood stove. Barn w/vaulted loft, stalls, att. htd. workshop, dble. htd. garage. Perfect for horses, livestock. Asking $385,000 CA0127546 CUSTOM BUILT 1885 SQ. FT. RAISED BUNGALOW … on 11.05 acres. 3+1 bdrm., 3 full baths, ICF bsmt. w/infloor heat, triple pane windows, HRV unit, hardwood/tile/cork flrg. + more! 24’x24’ garage, 24’x28’ htd. shop. Ideal setup for animals w/fence, x-fence, dugout. 10 min. east of Camrose, just off Hwy 26. CA0143322 Asking $659,900 COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS FINEST … in Braim subdivision, only 3 min. from Camrose! This 1270 sq. ft. bungalow features 5 bdrm., 2 baths, MF laundry, lots of space.

Attach. dble. garage, htd. work shop, covered deck, fire pit area, beautifully landscaped yard + much more! Asking $449,900 CA0149249 OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE THIS ACREAGE WITHIN CITY LIMITS! … 2.24 acres, beautiful 2-storey home w/over 2000 sq. ft., 4 bdrm., 3 baths, greenhouse amenities. This is a must see to appreciate the value in property and home! Close to parks, trails. Asking $989,000 CA0145648

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