March 3, 2020 Camrose Booster

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Inside Who Can I Count On? . . . . . . . . 6 City of Camrose . . . . . . 14 and 15 Out and About . . . . . . . 18 and 19 On the Road . . . . . . . . . 21 to 23 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . 24 and 25 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . 28 to 30 Central Agencies Realty Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 31 and 32

Coach Drabiuk has been busy preparing his stars for this week’s action.

Some of the very best Canadian Collegiate Basketball you will ever have a chance to experience is coming to Camrose March 5 to 7.

University of Alberta Augustana Campus is honoured to host the

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2020 Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) Men’s Basketball Championship presented by Cargill. The ACAC’s Elite 8 will compete to determine this year’s ACAC Championship winner.

The top team will continue on to the CCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship at Humber College in Etobicoke, ON. The action gets underway this Thursday starting at 1 p.m., with Augustana taking on Ambrose University in the quarter finals at 8 p.m.

Tickets are available at the door. Other teams recognize that the Vikings have the most supportive fans in the ACAC, and all that Camrose support right here on home court is sure to give our talented student athletes the edge!

Come out and cheer!

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Reflections Column

by Bonnie Hutchinson. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Just Sayin’. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 County votes to avoid ICF arbitration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Provincial budget released. . . . . . . 10 Victim Services Unit dedicated to compassion and support. . . . . 20 Enright named ACAC coach of the year. . . . . . . . . 26 Ask the Chief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Prison prep, marketable skills and being right

I was surprised and then amused, sort of, to read about the occupation of prison preppers.

Harvey Weinstein, having been found guilty of raping multiple women, has been sentenced to prison. In preparation, shortly before his conviction, he hired a prison consultant. According to the Edmonton Journal, a UK financial broker convicted of fraud and sent to prison was completely unprepared for the culture shock.

As a previously middle class person–ordinary except, of course, for cheating his clients and employer–he had a lot to learn about prison etiquette. Like, first one assigned to a cell gets the bottom bunk. Getting used to knife fights among inmates.

When he was released in 2012, he founded Prison Consultants, the UK’s first business that helps wealthy clients adapt to life behind bars. The idea of paying for expert advice is not new. Doctors, lawyers and other experts have existed for millennia. The kinds of expertise people will pay for has multiplied exponentially. Help for wealthy (but law-breaking) people sentenced to prison?

Apparently it’s a small but lucrative market niche. *** It’s easy to offer help. The trick is finding a market.

In 1982, I was flailing around, looking for a new career. I was burned out in my government job, plus, my position had been moved to a city 160 kilometres away. I didn’t want to move and I didn’t want to commute.

I applied many places for many jobs, but it seemed like all the doors clanged shut.

I got the germ of an idea that maybe I could make a living offering the kind of services I’d provided as a government consultant. I loved the work and knew I was good at it. I floated the idea by my mom, who had an astute business mind.

She said, “You’re not thinking of giving up your regular paycheque are you? Have you checked the economy lately?” Alberta was at the bottom of a recession.

Haltingly, I told her of my idea about offering training and consulting services to organizations.

She was underwhelmed. “Is there a market for that?” she asked. “Just because you want to do something doesn’t mean anyone will pay for it.” I knew that was true.

“Well,” she said after a moment, “Maybe you should start a collection agency. I think they’re the only ones making any money right now.” *** I flashed back to that memory as I read about prison preppers for wealthy prisoners. There’s no limit to entrepreneurial ingenuity. The trick is finding a market.

It’s not just entrepreneurs. How many of us have wonderful skills and ideas that would benefit people and make the world better? And how many of us have a hard time finding people willing to accept the gifts we offer?

Perhaps that experience is part of the human condition. Our dad was known for having brilliant ideas he couldn’t sell. “The ignorant masses,” he’d mutter, and it was only partly a joke. A famous example: Ignaz Semmelweis, a Hungarian doctor and scientist, discovered in the mid-1800s that women would stop dying of “childbirth fever” if doctors would merely wash their hands with hand disinfectant before examining women in childbirth. His clinic used the practice and demonstrated the plummeting death rate among women having babies.

However, Semmelweis could not convince many other doctors to follow the practice.

Obviously times have changed, but it took decades before the importance of disinfectant was widely accepted and a century before specific procedures were completely woven into all medical practice.

Being right is not enough. There are at least three phases to new truth being able to make a difference. 1.

Being right. 2. Being able to convince others of the rightness. 3. Others being willing to act on what they’ve come to believe is right. This human condition thing is not easy. ***

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.

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Love Canada

I love Canada and I am a staunch Canadian.

Even if I lost it all, I’d still slap the Maple Leaf on my chest, and be damned grateful I get the chance to pick up the pieces and make it all over again in a new way.

I’ve faced adversity myself and maintained an attitude that allowed for me to reinvent life in a positive way. I could have given up, blamed everyone else, turned my back on the values in place to ensure I got another chance. But I didn’t. I stayed relatively positive so I could get to where I was meant to be.

Nobody in my life stoked my fears and anger and said, ‘there, there, somebody else is to blame’ and they had no interest in letting me go there in my most vulnerable moments.

No. They told me things happen for a reason and to just believe. Better things came. I’ll fight till the bitter end those who try and strip my dignity as a compassionate Canadian away for a weak and shortsighted political agenda after everything this country has provided for me.

I’m loyal to this land, east to west. Perhaps I’ll put more focus on a few projects I have dreamed long and hard of bringing to this world so my contribution to this society may be measured and legitimate.

Grateful and blessed this

country allows for that chance. It’s time to take it.

Bobby Wells, Camrose Fossil fuels

The world uses a lot of fossil fuel. We consume an ever rising 100 million barrels of oil a day. About two-thirds of global electricity is produced from fossil fuels. So the world runs on fossil fuels. There are about eight million electric cars in the world out of a global fleet of one billion vehicles, so they’re a long way away from having any impact. Changes may happen in time, but not yet.

Canada produces about five per cent of the world’s oil and if we stop all our production the world will quickly make up the difference from other sources. Meanwhile, people in Canada will still be driving cars and we will have to import oil. Oil is currently our biggest export, about $100 billion annually, so if we turn that into imports this will affect our balance of trade. This means our food, clothing, just about everything in stores, imported cars, those winter vacations and many other things will become more expensive. We will do all that economic damage to ourselves to produce a totally negligible affect on global carbon emissions.

Now let’s look at who we would be importing that oil from. As long as we

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turn a blind eye to the unsavoury places oil comes from, as Quebec does when it buys from Saudi Arabia, we can pretend to be as righteous as we want. If we stop our production we will be buying our oil from Russian oligarchs, Middle Eastern Arab countries with huge human rights issues, and African and Latin American countries with corrupt and repressive governments. I don’t look forward to that.

Canada is blessed with natural resources and that is what created our standard of living. People in Toronto and Vancouver have lost sight of that.

When the US recently signed a trade pact with China, they didn’t negotiate for 5G access or intellectual property rights. What the US wanted, and got, was access to the Chinese market for US agricultural products. Meanwhile our government has destroyed our relations with China.

We are “hewers of wood and drawers of water” but that’s what has made us very rich.

It’s so easy and fashionable to say “stop everything,” but only if we naively ignore the consequences and people usually say that from a place of great comfort and excess. That said, we could show more decency and restraint in our consumption.

Anthony Hladun, Camrose

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Chester Ronning School students, from left, Savannah Schulz, Heloise Doig, Julia Laney and Lucy Stringer were eager to pass out ATB Pink Shirt cookies to fellow students and school staff on Feb. 26, to remind them about anti-bullying and caring for others. ATB Financial staff in Camrose also help students learn about saving money and about the banking system in Alberta.

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By Lori Larsen

ity concerns for the Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster The billboard sign placed staff and make sure on 53 Avenue by the City of Welcome sign of pool completion. the public is safe.

Camrose Recreation Centre Our first priority is is a welcoming sign that the to ensure that the pool upgrade and renovation facility is completeproject is nearing complely safe, all staff are tion. fully and properly It is getting down to the trained, and the polfinal stages of a long proicies and procedures cess of construction, with are fully operationa few bumps in the road, al.” to the point of nearing the The City is presgrand opening of both the ently in the process Spray Park and the Aquatic of hiring 50 plus Centre. staff including full Tentatively, the City is hoping to have the time and casual, who will be responsible for all grand opening of the Aquatic Centre itself the the daily operations and programming of the end of September, and the Spray Park a few Aquatic Centre. weeks earlier.

Peek said that the new pool and facilities City of Camrose Aquatics manager Marcia will be completely different than the old facilPeek said they are excited to be seeing the light ity, which will require all staff to be trained at the end of the tunnel, but there are still a lot properly on the new operations of the facility. of processes and procedures that need to fall “We are responsible to ensure that all staff into place before they can open the doors to the and the facility itself fall within safety propublic. tocols including guidelines required by Alber“We have to make sure all policies and ta Health Regulations and the Life Saving procedures are in place to cover all liabil- Society.”

Once the construction is complete and the keys are officially handed over to the Aquatic Centre staff, Peek indicated that it would be at least another month to move in, get all the furnishings and items that the Aquatics staff are responsible for into place and to get all the staff trained in this new facility.

Also during that time the building must be commissioned properly to ensure that everything is working properly, that all mechanical systems, such as the air handling system, have been fully commissioned.

Peek equated this stage of the project to that of the finishing touches on a home. “We will be working on the details such as selecting the proper furnishings like the benches in the lobby, soap dispensers for the washrooms and the like. It all takes time.”

While some of these processes have been worked on throughout the construction phase, the two current Aquatic staff members (including Peek) have also been focusing on the City aquatic programs that have been taking place at the Ramada.

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County votes to avoid ICF arbitration

By Murray Green

Camrose County is open to discuss the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) with the City of Camrose.

At a regular meeting of County council on Feb. 25, councillor Jack Lyle moved a motion “That Camrose County advise the City of Camrose that the County is opposed to the idea of selecting an arbitrator at this time, as Camrose County firmly believes that the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) can be finalized, as agreements are in place at this time, as per the requirements of the Municipal Government Act and that negotiations on the recreation agreement can continue as part of a short term review of the ICF.” Council voted unanimously to continue talks in order to try and avoid an arbitration. In an information bulletin from RMA on the costs of arbitration it was indicated (information obtained from the Municipal Government Board (MGB)), that most municipalities spend between $100,000 and $1 million in preparing for cases.

The costs for hiring the actual arbitrator was an additional $30,000 per

hearing, and “that was in the Barrhead case (a recent intermunicipal arbitration) where there was one specific issue. In resolving the issues, the arbitrator has a number of options including sending both sides back to mediation or they could hold a court-type hearing.

Arbitration is set up for failure with a winner and a loser. Surely, we can negotiate with a mediator,” said administrator Paul King.

Local taxpayers will be responsible for paying the bill, not the provincial government.

“An arbitrator could cost a fortune. As councillors we are here to represent the people. There is no reason at all why we can’t come to a consensus. The agreements are in place—it should be simple.

We shouldn’t have to spend all this taxpayer money,” added councillor Lyle.

“I had asked (administrator) Paul how close are we to an agreement and he said this close (showing about an inch between fingers). We could pass the ICF and shorten the time for a review to a year and look at it again, in the context of the unresolved issues,” explained Reeve Cindy Trautman.

“We need to send the

City a clear message that we would like mediation and negotiation. We need to sit down and talk. Let’s finish the ICF and immediately look at recreation. It is our job to meet with them and talk, and not waste millions and let someone else make the decision for us. About $30,000 a meeting doesn’t make sense to me,” added councillor Trevor Miller.

The City and County currently have a recreation and fire agreement in place. The recycling agreement has expired. King indicated they have until the end of the year to get recreation agreements in place.

“We hired a consultant to review our position, after which we moved our proposal to very close to the City’s original funding target and now they (the City) have come back to us and moved the goal posts,” shared King.

On Feb. 18, Reeve Trautman and administrator King attended a City Council Committee of the Whole presentation by Sara Ahlstrom of Municipal Affairs regarding the ICF process and outcomes if not completed by April 1, 2020.

“Key points included

timelines are unchanged; if an agreement has not been reached by April 1 the process will go to arbitration and the arbitration process must be completed within a year,” said administrator King.

“If both parties agree, an ICF can be signed with unresolved issues, providing there is a current agreement in place, with a note that both parties agree to complete negotiations prior to the expiry of the current agreement,” said King.

If the agreement cannot be settled prior to the expiry date of the specific agreement, the dispute resolution process in the ICF would kick in to then settle the issue and all the same tools of mediation and arbitration are still available.

This type of arrangement would meet the requirements of municipal affairs.

“By going to arbitration, the parties (council) are giving up control, there will be an award (decision) that by nature creates winners and losers,” said King.

“Costs associated with arbitration can be proportioned according to the equalized assessment, which I found later to be atypical. The first default is that the arbitrator will

apportion costs or parties agree to how costs will be shared then the final default is equalized assessment sharing. Generally legal counsel is involved in an arbitration,” King added.

Following the presentation during the City of Camrose council meeting on Feb. 18, City council passed a motion to request that the County enter negotiation on the selection of an arbitrator. “The motion was made by councillor (David) Ofrim and seconded by councillor (Greg) Wood,” said King.

Camrose County council is in favour of continuing negotiation and/ or mediation to settle the outstanding issues in the County/City Intermunicipal Collaboration Agreement. Arbitration doesn’t foster a collaborative longterm relationship between municipal neighbours.

An ICF meeting has been scheduled for March 5 so the City can present its proposals regarding the outstanding agreements.

“The County wants to negotiate to come to an agreement, but the city seems determined to go to arbitration,” concluded councillor Jack.

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Aquatic Centre in final stages for projected fall opening Continued from page 7

A few weeks prior to the grand opening of the Aquatic Centre, the City hopes to involve different groups within the City to come and assist with soft openings. “This will allow our lifeguards an opportunity to work with special groups prior to actually opening to the public. It will familiarize not only the special groups (Centra Cam or schools) with the new facility, but will give the staff an opportunity to see how the facility is going to work with actual patrons.”

The City is also devising some fun initiatives involving different sectors of the community to be involved in the grand opening and add to the excitement of this wonderful new facility.

“Again, this will all depend on the commissioning and how well it goes,” added Peek.

“We must make sure the entire building is functioning and safe. It is important for us (City of Camrose) to be known for its aquatic facility as a fun and safe place with exceptional programming. That takes time and effort to plan and organize.”

Typical to any major renovation or upgrade, while it may appear as though the physical facility itself is ready to roll, what happens behind the scenes occurs in the final moments prior to opening and takes time. The end result will be a facility that is safe and fun for everyone.

Under construction Submitted The Camrose Aquatic Centre renovations and upgrade project has been a much anticipated addition to Camrose including a lazy river, pictured here in mid-construction.

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25 Years Ago This Week – from Mar. 7, 1995 edition • Bridges Travel & Tours promoted a 13 days and 13 nights Branson Trip hosted by travel expert Pat Lyseng. The motorcoach trip included tickets to 11 events including: Andy Williams, Jim Stafford, Mickey Gilley and Shepherd of the Hills.

• The Augustana University College crosscountry ski team returned from the 1995 Universiade in Jaca, Spain. They did not finish in the top ten in the races.

• Thirsk Seed Farm advertised four new canola varieties from Limagrain Canada Seeds Inc. • The East Central Regional Health Authority received news that they would be receiving $5 million less funding than pledged in the 94/95 budget.

50 Years Ago This Week – from Mar. 10, 1970 edition • St. John’s parish fraternal society advertised a $20,000 cash bingo, featuring an extra game, the prize being a 1970 Maverick! Admission was $5 to the huge bingo event at Edmonton Gardens.

• 790 CFCW announced a Play Poker Hands contest for listeners. You Bet Your Sweet Caps was the contest name. “To enter, simply send the outer packaging from any package of Sweet Caporal cigarettes to the station.”

Listeners could win an RCA Cubiform AM-FM Stereo or weekly prizes of cartons of Sweet Cap cigarettes.

• A snowmobile rally at Centennial Raceways, just south of Camrose, for Sunday, March 8th was advertised to include: hill climbs, slalom riding, bale pulling, jumping, hook-the-loop, and score-o. Contestants competed on a points-earned basis for trophies and prizes.

On Feb. 27, the United Conservative Party’s 2020 Alberta Provincial Government was released with a plan to bring the deficit down by $1.2 billion, saving taxpayers $35 million in debt servicing costs and putting the province back on track to balance the budget by 2022-23.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely offered the following breakdown of the budget. “Our (Alberta Government) plan is working. We have announced Budget 2020 which introduces A Blueprint for Jobs, our plan to keep our promise to get Albertans back to work.”

The plan is built on five pillars: supporting businesses, freeing job creators from senseless red tape, investing in infrastructure, skills development, and selling Alberta to the world.

“It focuses on our strengths in areas that fuel our economy and leverages those strengths to support further diversification and job creation,” commented Lovely.

“We are maintaining the budgets for health and education at record levels, while ensuring each dollar is spent wisely on what Albertans need most.”

The Health’s operating budget is maintained at $20.6 billion.

Education’s operating budget is maintained at $8.3 billion.

Children’s Services is increased to $1.6 billion.

Community and Social Services operating budget is maintained at $3.9 billion a year–an increase of 7.6 per cent since the UCP took office.

Seniors and Housing is maintained at $637 million a year.

The Province intends on accelerating the already aggressive Capital Plan, with a focus on infrastructure that advances jobs and economic growth.

Over and above what was announced in the last budget, new projects worth an estimated $772 million over the next three years will create approximately 3,000 new jobs by 2022.

The 2020 Capital plan commits $6.9 billion in 2020-21 to build and maintain key infrastructure projects across the province.

Over the course of the three-year fiscal plan, an estimated $772 million in new projects will be added, bringing the total capital plan to $9.3 billion.

“The province is investing capital money spread throughout the province,” said Lovely. “Our (Camrose) share includes just over $5 million for Stoney Creek Lodge. In Camrose, just over 20 per cent of our population are seniors and I will go above and beyond, anything I can do, to ensure our seniors in

this community are taken care of.”

Affecting agriculture

Recognizing and understanding the vital role agriculture plays in Camrose and surrounding area, Lovely met with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry minister Devin Dreeshen to discuss the impact Budget 2020 has on agriculture.

“Our government was elected to create jobs, grow the economy and make sure services are there for Albertans today and remain sustainable for future generations,” said Dreeshen.

“In Agriculture and Forestry (AF), there’s naturally a tremendous focus on sustainability, leaving a better future for the next generation and living within our means.”

Dreeshen added that Alberta spends more than double the department of AF, purely on interest payment to service the $70 billion debt. “Albertans now spend more than $2 billion a year in interests to international banks, enriching their shareholders and CEOs.”

culture and value-added export growth targets that will translate to more than $16 billion in export values by 2023.

Implementing an aggressive investment attraction target of $1.4 billion over the next four years, creating 2,000 new direct jobs in emerging agricultural sectors such as canola crushing, pork production, greenhouse expansion, hemp, cannabis, poppy seed production, malting, food and beverage processing and agriculture technology.

Growing Alberta’s exports in primary agriculture to 7.5 per cent per year and in value-added exports to 8.5 per cent per year.

Together these will translate to more than $16 billion in export values by 2023.

Advocating for more dedicated ag ricultural capacity at Global Affairs Canada and Agriculture and Ag ri-Food Canada, and for a Canada Food Inspection Agency that is more responsive to industry and better or iented to business development.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely looks over the 2020 Alberta Provincial Government Fiscal report.

Commenting that over the last four years, Alberta became the most inefficient government in Canada, Dreeshen said, “It’s time to start running Government like a business.

“We’ve found an additional $46 million in efficiencies in the 2020 Budget.”

The total AF Budget is $833 million compared to $879 million in 2019.

“We have to become smarter in how we are spending taxpayer dollars and Budget 2020 is our opportunity to do exactly that.”

Noting that agriculture is a key driver for economic growth in Alberta, Dreeshen explained the following strategies the Provincial Government has devised to expand the agriculture industry.

Setting ambitious agri-

“In January, we engaged with farmers, commodity groups and representatives from academic institutions and heard clearly that farmers need to help direct research priorities and that funding from government must be maintained. We have listened and maintained funding at $37 million for this important investment in Budget 2020.

In summing up the message from the provincial government regarding the budget, Lovely said, “We all need to work together collaboratively and tighten up our belts a little bit so we can have a bright future for our children and our grandchildren and be able to maintain the good quality life that Albertans have enjoyed for many years.”

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Bawlf Lion Rob MacDonald with his arms around Carol and Leonard Brownell, who lost their home to fire.

Bawlf Lions help family who lost home to fire A Family Day breakfast was hosted by the Bawlf & District Lions Club on February 17th to help a local family who lost their home due to fire.

“We wish to thank the community for your support by coming out and helping us raise funds for the Brownell Family. The Brownell family is filled with gratitude for the support they have received at this time.”

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Gracious golfers hit the “whites”

By Lori Larsen

In it’s fifth year of fun and frolicking in the snow, the Habitat for Humanity Camrose Snow Golf tournament had 19 wellintended teams come out for a fun round of “golf” at 16 holes sponsored by different businesses and organizations throughout Camrose.

This year’s tournament raised $14,000 (all proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity) which was the highest amount raised thus far.

In total, 82 community donors also contributed to the success of this wonderful event.

The event was put together with 11 dedicated community members and 25 volunteers, the day of, to make sure everything went off without a hitch.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Team Paranormal Putters and their alien abductors pose just before the shot gun start.

Pictured left to right are Kim Leighton, Eric Dick, Jake Newton and Sara Walkey.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Ready, set, putt? Team Scare Squad uses their decked out ride to get around to the different holes during the 2020 Habitat for Humanity Snow Golf Tournament. Pictured left to right are Allyson Badry, Nissa Winder, Brook Steman and Leah Marler.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster With a bid of $888 the VIP team gets Red Carpet treatment including a chauffeured ride donated by D&D Vehicle Sales.

Leading the team down the carpet is DJ Ilg followed by team members Darren Winder, Anika Winder, Lana Ilg and missing from photo Heidi Winder.

Mike Leathwood of Team Bethany Birdies “tees” off at Hole 2 located at the Camrose and District Heritage Railway Museum and Park.

Mike Dunnigan of Team Snow More Tears, hit the target perfectly with his birds eye view at Hole 7, located at the Lions Centennial Pocket Park in Downtown Camrose.

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Kodiaks take on Canmore in the first round

By Murray Green

Camrose Kodiaks are battling the Canmore Eagles in the first round of the Alberta Junior Hockey League playoffs.

The fourth place Kodiaks and fifth place Canmore Eagles started the best of seven series.

The last game of the regular season on Feb. 23, was a preview of the series.

The Kodiaks won 4-3 with six of the goals coming in the middle frame. Erik Miller, Robert Kincaid, McKenzie Welke and Cody Laskosky garnered markers for the Kodiaks.

Canmore added one in the third to make it close, but came up short on the scoreboard. The eagles soared with shots leading 41-23.

Goalie Cole Tisdale stood his ground making 38 on 41 shots.

The Kodiaks went to a shootout to defeat the Calgary Canucks 6-5 on Feb. 21. Calgary led 4-1 in the middle frame before they rallied to come from behind. Miller scored in the first period.

Laskosky netted two tallies (a power play and shorthanded goal) in the second and Lynden Grandberg added a single marker.

After a Calgary score, Cam McAdam scored the equalizer to force overtime and a shootout. It was Callum Gau that scored the game winner.

Goalie Logan Willcott stopped 26 of 31 shots directed his way. Camrose collected 41 shots on goal.

Camrose will play games three and four in Canmore on March 4 and 5. If needed, game five is in Camrose on March 7, in Canmore on March 9 for game six and a seventh

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DONORS • 31 Gifts - Karen Koehli-Kozak • Anonymous • Battle River Power Coop • Battle River Brewery • Bea’s Blooms • The Bethany Group • Bombshell Beauty by Anika Winder • Bra Necessities • Buckskin Emporium • Camrose Coffee • Camrose Energy • Camrose Le Chateau Hotel • The Canadian Brewhouse • Care Dental • Central Agencies Inc. • The Chopped Leaf • Community Home Directory • Cute and Classy Cakes • D & D Vehicle Sales • Double Dam Golf Course • Drever Agencies • Ed Built Farm Toys • The Engraving Store & More • Encore Furnishings • Enjoy life Massage

• Epicure, Bonnie Chartrand • Fika Coffee House • Fiona’s Coffee & Gift • Fountain Tire • From Kick to Kids • G.O.A.T. Coffee Company • Hauser Home Hardware Building Centre • Inspirations Salon & Spa • KAOZ Kidz • Chris Kennedy • Miranda Kennedy • Kim Nordin Massage Therapy • Kroeger Joyce Inman Chartered Professional Accountants • Lammle’s Western Wear • Landwest Resource Services Ltd. • Leona Calhoun • Magic Lantern Duggan Cinemas • Mainstreet 1908 Coffee Shop • Margaret Falk • Midas • Mike Dunnigan • Mint Car Wash

• Mr. Mikes • Norsemen Brewing Co. • Norwesco Industries • Norwex, Julie Rondeau • Nutec Electro Tel • Paintings by Tiff • Pampered Chef Amy Kennedy • Park Avenue Hair • Real Canadian Superstore • Rio’s Spa • Ross Agri Big Rigs Truck & RV Wash • Safeway • Save on Foods • Starbucks • Stella and Dot Paulette Robinson • Studio 49 Home & Design • The Soap Stop • Tish’s Fashions & Finery • The Trendy Walrus • Vinesation Olive Oil & Vinegar • Vision Credit Union • Wildrose Co-op • Wild West Meats • Wipf’s Enterprise/ Wipf’s Greenhouse

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Indicative of the fashion, fun and flair of the participants involved in our Charity Golf Tournament, was the final live auction bid of $888 by the Canadian Brewhouse team, earning the VIP package prize.

Enjoying the Red Carpet Treatment are: (L to R) Darin Winder, Anika Winder, DJ Llg, Lana Llg and Heidi Winder (kneeling) who were chauferred by the D&D Sales & Service van to ‘tour’ the course.

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Bear facts Laskosky led the Kodiaks with 40 goals, 86 points, power play goals with 11 and six game winning goals.

Miller had the most assists with 48 and Carson Welke had the most

shorthanded goals with two.

In net, Griffin Bowerman led with 17 wins, Logan Breen had the best goals against average at 2.00 and save percentage at .917. Cole Tisdale was second in all three categories with 11 wins, a 3.34 goals against average and a .901 save percentage.

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CITY OF CAMROSE, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Camrose, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to Borrowing Bylaws 3087-20 and 3088-20 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the said City of Camrose to borrow monies from Alberta Capital Finance Authority or another authorized financial institution by way of debenture issues, to pay for the cost of financing the following projects: Bylaw 3087-20 – Asphalt Paving – 39 Avenue (Marler Drive to 39 Avenue Close) The total estimated cost of the aforesaid project is $227,000 per the amounts outlined below: Municipality at Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $151,309 Benefiting Owners (Financed by Debenture – 10 years) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 75,691 Bylaw 3088-20 – Concrete Monolithic Curb, Gutter and Walk – 39 Avenue (Marler Drive to 39 Avenue Close) The total estimated cost of the aforesaid project is $358,000 per the amounts outlined below: Municipality at Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $216,612 Benefiting Owners (Financed by Debenture – 20 Years) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $141,388 The total net amount to be borrowed for the above projects on the credit and security of the City at large by the issuance of debenture is $217,079. The debentures are repayable to the Alberta Capital Finance Authority or another authorized financial institution for a period of 10 years and 20 years, the annual interest rate is not to exceed 8.0%, or the interest rate as fixed from time to time by the Alberta Capital Finance Authority or another authorized financial institution.

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The Council of the City of Camrose has determined that 100% of the total amount to be borrowed will be repaid on credit of the City of Camrose at large and funded from the annual property tax levy.

NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the City of Camrose that, unless a petition of the electors is received as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the said Council may pass the borrowing bylaws.

All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly. The bylaws may be inspected at the office of the Deputy City Manager.

Dated at the City of Camrose, in the Province of Alberta this 18th day of February, 2020.

The last date of publication of this notice is February 25, 2020.

Kim Isaak, Deputy City Manager 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose, Alberta T4V 0S8 Pursuant to Section 1(i) of the Municipal Government Act an “elector” means: A person who is eligible to vote in the election for a councillor under the Local Authorities Election Act. Pursuant to Section 47 (1) of the Local Authorities Election Act, a person is eligible to vote in an election if the person:

✔ Is at least 18 years old ✔ Is a Canadian citizen ✔ Resides in Alberta and the person’s place of residence is located in the local jurisdiction on election day.

A petition may be made by the City of Camrose electors equal in number to at least 10% of the population in accordance with the provisions of Section 223(2)(a) of the Municipal Government Act. The petition for a vote must be received by the City Manager within (15) days after the last date of the publication of this notice and shall contain on each page “an identical statement of the purpose of the petition”. (Further requirements of the petition are provided in Section 224 of the Municipal Government Act.)

NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE

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The City of Camrose and Green Space Alliance invite you to attend the second drop-in format Open House for the Augustana Neighbourhood ARP Update. This Open House is a chance for residents to review the proposed draft plan and provide feedback and comments to staff.

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Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Time: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Place: City Hall (Council Chambers) 5204-50 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 Light refreshments will be provided.

For more information about this project please contact: Francisca Fredericks, Long Range Planner Planning and Development Services City of Camrose Phone: 780-672-4428 Email: ffredericks@camrose.ca

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Employment Opportunities IT SYSTEMS ANALYST – CAMROSE POLICE SERVICE

The Camrose Police Service is seeking an IT Systems Analyst who will be responsible for implementing IT and communications systems to support the Police Service and advancing 9-1-1 Centre. The successful candidate must be able to plan, direct and manage the quickly evolving technology requirements in an emergency communications environment. This position requires hands-on participation in all technical activities.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: • Leads/Assists with technology procurement process. This includes writing and evaluating Requests for Quotes, Proposals, and Information (RFQ, RFP, RFI) for technology solutions that align with business needs • Ensures adherence to industry standards and specifications • Recommends improvements to existing data, applications and current infrastructure • Installs and assists with implementation and maintenance of service approved software, databases and workflows • Maintains existing infrastructure (workstations, peripherals, servers, storage, security, voip, and networking) and determine the need for patching, repairs, maintenance, evergreen, and capacity planning • Provides support and maintenance of 9-1-1 communications and computer aided dispatch information technology systems • Diagnoses hardware and software failures on mission critical infrastructure and develop timely solutions • Monitors network, server, and security logs for anomalies • Assists Police administration with requirements for budget cycles QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum 4 years of experience in a related field • Post-secondary degree in computer science/computing • Previous experience in law enforcement and/or 9-1-1 PSAP IT support would be an asset • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft desktop and server operating systems • Advanced knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems would be an asset • Previous experience with backup and recovery procedures • Previous experience with DR planning, implementation and testing would be considered an asset • Ability to lead and work as a member of a team in large scale projects • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to different levels of the organization • A management approved equivalent combination of training, experience, and industry certifications may be considered HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are generally 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, including one hour lunch break and two fifteen minute coffee breaks. Must be willing and responsive to 24/7 demands commonly originating within a public safety/9-1-1 PSAP environment.

SALARY & BENEFITS: The City of Camrose has a competitive salary and benefits model. The starting salary will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit a cover letter and resumé to the address below or in person by March 13, 2020 at 4:00 pm. We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

CONTACT: Camrose Police Service Attention: Inspector Corbett - jcorbett@camrose.ca Address: 6220-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0K6

HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR

Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, the Health and Safety Administrator is a proactive team player responsible for the overall management of the City of Camrose Safety Management System.

FUNCTIONS: • Facilitate the implementation, administration and maintenance of the City of Camrose Safety Management System (SMS) and monitor compliance with all relevant legislation and adopt policies and procedures into SMS as applicable.

• Monitor the Incident Report System. Analyse safety statistics including near misses and all lost time incidents.

• Liaise and manage any active claims with Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) and any Return to Work claims.

• Ensure proper documentation processes are set up where necessary such as training, testing and competency of all staff.

• Manage a retraining/recertification requirements system.

• Manage and facilitate the employee orientation process in regards to Health and Safety.

• Audit to ensure Contractor compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Regulation and Code and Alberta Environment standards and guidelines, including hazardous material abatement services for the City.

• Coordinate and implement the required internal and external audits (COR/AMHSA).

• Provides guidance and direction to all areas of the organization with respect to health and safety.

• Lead and train members of the internal Health and Safety Committees as required.

• Work in conjunction with Deputy City Manager in developing short and long term Health & Safety plans.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-secondary certificate/diploma/degree in Occupational Health and Safety.

• Minimum of 3 years’ health and safety experience. Previous municipal experience will be an asset.

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or working towards.

• Knowledge of PIR/COR programs requirements in OHSA, principles and practices involved in training personnel.

• Willing to obtain Municipal Health and Safety Association (MHSA) accreditation as a “Designated Safe Workplace Association”, or the Alberta Association for Safety Partnerships. (AASP).

• Alberta Class 5 driver’s license and valid First Aid/CPR certificate.

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple demands at once.

• Current AMHSA Peer Auditor Status would be an asset.

HOURS OF WORK: The hours of work for this position are generally 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

ANNUAL SALARY: The starting salary for this position will be established based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit a cover letter and resumé to the address below. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate and consider all applications; however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

CONTACT: City of Camrose Attention: Human Resources Mailing Address: 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 P: 780.672.4426 | F: 780.672.2469| E: hr@camrose.ca | W: www.camrose.ca

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP). The personal information recorded on the application form is being collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The information will be used for the purpose(s) of employee recruitment and administration and is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. If you require additional information concerning the collection and use of this personal information, please contact the FOIP Officer at 780-672-4426.

TRUCK PROCEEDS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster The Camrose Fire Department sold its Rapid Response truck and turned over the funds to several community groups that received $1,000 each. From left to right, Greg Jonson of the Central Alberta Rescue Diving Society Underwater Recovery Team; Camrose Air Cadets Michael Omoth, Lt. Marlene Bunz, FlSgt. Jacob Tigchelaar; Camrose Women’s Shelter Devona Gibson; Centra Cam Denise Olson; Special Olympics Camrose Jon Gurr with fire department Lieutenant Paul Gibson; Churchmice Players Theo Thirsk; Camrose Open Door Danny Iles; Meals on Wheels Velma Babiuk, Doreen Kelly, and Maria Lobreau; Camrose Association For Community Living Cherilyn Sharkey and Bags of Love Leslee Desjardins and Stewert Czubb.

Missing are the Alberta Firefighters Burn Camp and Charity Check Stop.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 16

A fuze of culture, dance at Ukrainian Festival

By Lori Larsen

Fuze together deep roots of culture, showmanship and a bevy of energetic dancers and you once again have the ingredients for a weekend of excitement and entertainment.

Culture Fuze 2020, a Ukrainian Dance Festival, will be hosting 850 participant dancers along with family and guests from around the province and beyond on March 6 to 8 at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre.

“This year we have a group from Prince George BC and a couple of groups from Regina, SK,” said one of the co-founders and organizers of the event Tanya Pattullo.

“We will be having over 100 more dances over last year, over the course of the weekend,” smiled Pattullo.

The weekend includes a variety of workshops adjudicated by Lana Nicole Niland who brings to the festival a vast background in ballet and Ukrainian dance.

“It is healthy competition with healthy feedback,” said Pattullo. “We encourage our adjudicator to offer feedback on why the dancers are doing the steps they are doing and why it is important to include and continue tradition.”

Pattullo explained that Ukrainian dance is based on different regions of the Ukraine, with each region featuring their own steps and costumes.

“We want to ensure the competition is also a lesson in the cultural aspect as well as the dance.”

Pattullo said that organizers have arranged for breaks between the session offering refreshments for the dancers and an opportunity to network with each other. “They get to know each other over the

years of meeting at competitions. This gives them a chance to visit.”

Once again the Festival will feature vendors and displays in the lobby of the Lougheed. Dance groups will be showcasing their organization and offering information and there will be a variety of Ukrainian wares and specialty items available as well.

“The Festival has been very well received,” said Pattullo. “The dancers enjoy coming back each year, we are lucky to have such an incredible facility in the Lougheed Centre.”

Other comments from attendees included how welcoming Camrose and the Camrose business community is to guests.

“With Camrose being

so central and so welcoming lots of people are coming back year after year.

They come for the Festival, but they take advantage of the shopping and other amenities in Camrose.”

The competition will run straight through starting at 8 a.m. ending both Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. and earlier on Sunday.

“It has grown so much

we literally pack each day full with competition.”

Anyone is welcome to come out and enjoy the pageantry, colour, music and abundance of dance during the Festival.

For more information on admission and schedule visit the website at culturefuze.ca.

Soprano Bailey presents vocal masterclass at Augustana

By Valerie Bailey

Learning to play an instrument is all about developing the proper technique, good repertoire and working to create a beautiful tone on that instrument. Learning to sing properly is no different, except that the instrument is not external, it’s part of you and you can’t see it. That makes it, in some ways, more challenging.

Come hear master voice teacher and singer Dawn Bailey (soprano) perform and also share her knowledge with Augustana voice majors in a Vocal Masterclass on Friday, March 20 at 10:30 a.m. in the Augustana Faith and Life Chapel. There is no charge for admission.

As a sought out vocalist, Ms. Bailey is a versa-

Dawn Bailey

tile artist recognized for her engaging performances in a wide variety of vocal styles. She is equally comfortable as a soloist or as an ensemble member, moving fluidly from choral music to chamber music, opera, oratorio and art song. Dawn has appeared with some of Canada’s leading early music ensembles, including Tafelmusik, the Toronto Consort, Ensemble Caprice, The Toronto Masque Theatre, Aradia, Les Violons du Roy, the Theatre of Early Music, the Montreal Symphony Orchestra and le Studio de musique ancienne de Montreal. In her home province of Alberta, she has been a frequent soloist with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, the Alberta Baroque Ensemble, Early Music Alberta

and Pro Coro Canada.

This fall, Dawn was the soprano soloist in Mozart’s Requiem with the Da Camera Singers in Edmonton, and performed as both a soloist and an ensemble member in Handel’s Messiah with Calgary’s Early Music Voices. Highlights of the coming months include joining Pro Coro Canada as a member of faculty for the Choral Arts program at the Banff Centre for the Arts, collaborating with FEMME and the Good Women Dance company for a premiere of a new work by Jane Berry in March and performing Monteverdi’s 1610 Vespers with Early Music Alberta in May. Ms. Bailey appears on recordings with the Toronto Consort, Ensemble Caprice, Seraphina, the

Theatre of Early Music and Vivavoce.

Dawn is a voice teacher in Edmonton, holding a Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Toronto and nearing completion of her Master’s degree in Early Music Performance from McGill University. She has undertaken advanced vocal studies at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam in the Netherlands and directs the Cantilon KinderSingers. Non-music related points of interest include Dawn’s certification as a Jivamukti yoga teacher, her interest in gardening and joy in her three children.

For further information, call the Augustana Fine Arts office at 780-679-1532.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 17

CPLPR

DEMENTIA

JECT

Project Launch

Thursday, March 5 6:00 p.m.

Come for refreshments (cake!) and a chance to find out more about the Camrose Public Library Dementia Project. Stay for the first author of our Dementia Author Series – Myrl Coulter will speak about her book A Year of Days at 7:00 pm

AUTHOR SERIES Three authors. Three famlies.

Three perspectives on dementia.

Join Camrose Public Library and hear three different stories about the journey and heartbreak of dementia.

Thursday, March 5 7:00 pm

MYRL COULTER A Year of Days Sunday, April 19 2:00 pm

RHONDA HOFFMAN When I’m Not Me Anymore

Go

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It’s the playoffs!

Support your Augustana Student Athletes Round 1 ACAC Men’s Hockey Playoffs BEST OF 3 SERIES vs SAIT Trojans Game 1 Friday, March 6th @ 7:00 pm SAIT Arena, Calgary Game 2 Saturday, March 7th @ 2:30 pm EnCana Arena, Camrose Game 3* Sunday, March 8th @ 5:00 pm SAIT Arena, Calgary (*if necessary)

Admission fees apply (Age 13+). Kids 12 & under FREE. Tickets available at the door.

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Saturday, May 2 2:00 pm

SU CROLL Cold Metal Stairs

4710-50 Avenue, Camrose

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The Hospice Society of Camrose and District PRESENTS THE 3RD ANNUAL

Fashion for Funds ’70s New and Old Thursday, March 19 Norsemen Inn, Camrose 6505-48 Avenue

Doors Openn Evening includes at 6 pm Appetizers, Silent Auction, 50/50 Draw Show and Door Prizes at 7 pm k t $50 each h Tickets: (Tables seat 8 or 10) *Available at the Clothiers below or call 780.608.0408

CAMROSE CLOTHIERS: Tish’s Fashions, Fringe Benefits and Styling with Linda Kreamer will be highlighting spring and summer fashions

Constituency Engagement Events PLEASE JOIN

Minister Rick Wilson your MLA for Maskwacis-Wetaskiwin

Tuesday, March 10th, 2020, 10 am – Noon Ferintosh Hi-U Center (1110 Glenmuir Ave Ferintosh) OR

Tuesday, March 10th, 2020, 2 pm – 4 pm

Hay Lakes Senior & Recreation Center (102-118 Main St Hay Lakes) PROGRAM: Minister Wilson will provide a Spring Session Overview followed by Q & A Everyone Welcome!

Please Note: We want to hear from everyone but given the nature of the event, private meetings are not possible.

If you require a private meeting or more details about the event please call Minister Wilson’s office at 780-360-8003.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 18

2020 Agricultural Awards Banquet Silver Creek Multi-Plex, New Norway Saturday, April 4, 2020 Recognizing Agricultural Wall of Honour Inductees

Allan Gordeyko Verlyn Olson Century Farm Awards Scholarship Recipients

Cocktails 5:00 p.m. • Dinner 6:00 p.m. • Presentations 7:15 p.m.

Tickets $25 each Limited tickets available at the Agricultural Services Office 4728-41 Street, Camrose

780-672-4765

BAILEY THEATRE 5041-50 Street, Camrose $

47.20

Tickets online at www.baileytheatre.com or in person at the Box Office or by phone 780.672.5510

THE AL AN JACKSON EXPERIENCE

Saturday, April 4, 2020 – 7:30 p.m.

Beethoven’s finest played with two cellos

By Murray Green

You can listen to the great music from Beethoven played by VC2 Cello, a duo of cello players, at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on Friday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m.

The name Beethoven reflects great symphonic work, a piano sonata, even a choral symphony, but now with cellos.

Beethoven’s five sonatas are at the core of the cello

repertoire and serve as the springboard for Canadian cello duo, VC2. Their program, Beethoven’s Cellists, provides a snapshot of the cello repertoire—historic and new compositions—with ties to the great composer.

VC2’s Bryan Holt and Amahl Arulanandam introduce their own arrangements of works

by Beethoven, including Ludwig’s cello colleagues Duport, Kraft and Romberg.

Bad Buddy rock ready

By Murray Green

Rock band Bad Buddy and special guests from Augustana’s Men Who Fell To Earth will be performing at the Bailey Theatre on Friday, March 6 at 8 p.m.

Bad Buddy is a four piece band that creates rock tunes. They play some surf, Motown and heavy rock.

Bad Buddy is made up of

Emily Bachynski, Geoffrey O’Brien, Andi Vissia and Alex Vissia.

Men Who Fell to Earth, a three-piece cover band made up of university professors from Augustana, are rock stars by night.

Alex Carpenter, Lars Hallstrom and Jeremy Sylvestre formed Men Who Fell to Earth based on their love of music.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 19

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By Murray Green

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Constable William Nixon is shot and killed in the line of duty. His friend, the brilliant Detective James Campbell, is driven to find the killer.

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far west into Alberta’s burgeoning coal trail, he will need the help of Canadian aviation legend Wilfred “Wop” May to bring a desperate and deadly foe to justice.

Wednesday, March 11, 7:30 p.m.

Daysland Palace Theatre For information or tickets, call Sharon at 780.374.2403 Tickets available at the door for $35 palacetheatre-daysarts.ca ARTS TOURING

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KEN STEAD

Whether playing solo or with his five-piece band, Ken Stead makes every room feel like home. A generous demeanor, a delicate wit, and an empathetic understanding of audiences of all shapes, his performances are as true and honest as the songs themselves.

Sunday, March 22, 1 p.m.

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ARTS TOURING

ALLIANCE OF ALBERTA

Camrose County is supporting the March programs at the Bailey Theatre to connect both urban and rural residents with arts and entertainment.

“One of the responsibilities of the County is to support its producers.

We do this in a number of ways, one of which is advertising and communicating information to people. We try to get involved in many aspects of the community such as agricultural societies and so on. One of the ways we found to be particularly effective was to partner with the Bailey Theatre,” explained councillor Don Gregorwich.

“We use the theatre as a venue to communicate with consumers, the general public and our own producers. We came to an agreement that we would help them and they gave us the stage for a month.

During that time, we will be putting on a presentation to connect our producers with urban people.

This is a good example of a community partnership between us and the Bailey, even though on the outside it doesn’t look like we go together.”

First up is the movie The Peanut Butter Falcon on Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m. With heart, laughs and one of the purest onscreen friendships, it is hard not to fall in love with this movie.

It is a night of rock music with Bad Buddy from Edmonton and guests The Men Who Fell To Earth from the University of Alberta Augustana Campus on Friday, March 6 beginning at 8 p.m.

If comedy is better suited to your taste then the Snowed In Comedy Tour will be sure to make you laugh, including former Camrose funny man Paul Myrehaug on Saturday, March 7 at 8 p.m.

A Spring Flea Market will be held on March 20 and 21 as a fundraiser. You can donate your unwanted items to the theatre. It goes Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Before the Plate is a farm to plate story and conversation including a film Before the Plate, an agricultural producer panel and dessert with coffee to continue the conversations. The event is on Saturday, March 28 at 7 p.m.

Concert audio production provided by:

Fresh Fish

Friday

If you enjoy fresh fish, Fridays just got better for you.

A delivery of fresh fish arrives every week at the Norsemen Inn. It could be salmon, sole, ocean perch, arctic char or cod.

Our cod fish and chips, using a batter made from fresh beer brewed here, is one you soon won’t forget.

Join us this Friday for the catch of the day.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 20

Victim Services Unit dedicated to compassion and support

By Lori Larsen

A group of highly trained, compassionate and dedicated volunteer advocates comprise the Camrose and District Victim Services Unit (VSU) and are available 24 hours, seven days a week, 365 days a year (advocate on call) to provide assistance when needed and requested for victims of crime or trauma.

Working in partnership with Camrose Police Service and Camrose RCMP, VSU advocates are members of the community, most of whom have full or part time jobs outside of their volunteering.

compassion and are trained to validate the client’s feelings and experience.

“We often hear clients say, ‘I feel like I am losing my mind.’ We are trained to never discard those feelings, but to reassure the client that what they feel is legitimate and quite common.”

In their work, VSU acts as an intermediary between the client, the police and the crown prosecutor to support the person, and their family through whatever it is they are going through. “We humanize the process and try to make it less intimidating–less scary.”

tinuing after the process is complete, but the client still requires personal support. “We end it when the client asks us to.”

Aside from the support given to clients the VSU is connecting with the community to encourage advocates, researching other community organizations and support systems and providing community learning opportunities.

“We usually have at least one University of Alberta Augustana Campus Community Service Learning (CSL) student each semester. Their work with us feeds into their learning and understanding of how community organizations work specifically around violent situations and trauma.”

Advocates are a dedicated group who are always willing to come on board and make a difference in the lives of others in the community, specifically those who have been victimized by crime or tragedy.

Notice Of

Annual Meeting Camrose and District Victim Services Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose and District Victim Services Unit (VSU) interim program manager Rachel Coventry goes over some of the information provided by the Unit with an anonymous VSU client.

“Our (VSU) mandate is to provide anyone who has been affected by crime or trauma with support (if required and if wanted by the victim),” explained Camrose and District Victim Services Unit interim program manager Rachel Coventry. “There is a trauma aspect to both crime and tragedy. The VSU assists with any trauma whether that be the loss of property due to a fire, a vehicular accident or that related to a violent crime. We provide care centred assistance for anyone; adults, children or families.”

Coventry explained, for example, “It can be anything from assisting someone through an investigation appointment or sitting with someone who has just lost someone in a crisis situation.”

VSU also provides clients/victims with ongoing support and information through the entire judicial process and referrals to other community organizations or counselling options in the community and further afield, such as Red Deer or Edmonton, wherever the person is needing service.

Coventry noted that the while Camrose and District VSU advocates themselves are not counsellors, they keep up with the client throughout the judicial/ legal process which usually takes place over a long period of time.

“We will go in and assist initially and then continue assisting the client (as long as the client requests) for as long as it takes and for as long as they feel we are needed. Sometimes that may be a very short period of time, a couple weeks to a month. In other instances, we may have an ongoing relationship from anywhere up to two years.

“Going through the legal/judicial process can be quite an impersonal process,” said Coventry, adding that because of the importance of ensuring all legal aspects are handled professionally, the client’s feelings are often removed during this process.

“That can lead the person (client/victim) to feel somewhat neglected and often overwhelmed. It is our job to humanize the legal process. VSU advocates strive for

Coventry said that not only is the client/victim suffering from the trauma itself, but their response to the trauma and then the system and process that follows. “It can be very stressful.”

Being an advocate

All VSU advocates receive an initial lengthy training process through the Alberta Government and ongoing training throughout their position as an advocate.

“Every advocate has to be security cleared to work with the clients/victims and the police,” added Coventry.

Over 99 per cent of the clients Camrose and District VSU assist are referred through either CPS or Camrose RCMP as the result of an investigation.

Camrose Police Service Crime Prevention and Community Relations officer Constable Kelly Bauer articulated, “When police are at a scene, our focus is naturally on the investigative component. Our job is to investigate the incident, deal with suspects and solve the crime. We (the police) are fortunate to be able to refer the victims/clients over to the VSU. It is such a vital partnership. VSU can provide much needed support and services to the victims which allows us to focus on the investigation.”

Despite the majority of the VSU clients coming from police investigations, Coventry did say that anybody can contact the VSU for assistance. “Most people don’t have any contact with VSU because they either do not require the services or they are not totally familiar with what VSU does. We don’t hit their radar until they need us,” which Coventry admitted is not necessarily a bad thing.

She clarified that it is entirely up to the clients/victims as to whether or not they want VSU advocacy. “They are always offered our service, but they can refuse it if they so choose. It is not mandated and we are not forced on the victims.”

Once assistance is accepted by the victim/client, the VSU then provides information, support and care throughout the entire process ending it when the process is completed or in some instances con-

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The automotive section of

No trailers for this Pontiac Catalina

By Murray Green

Linda and Larry Nikiforuk are proud owners of a 1963 Pontiac Catalina.

“I’ve had this car for about 10 years now. I found it in Red Deer. I was looking for something that I could drive, not a trailer queen. This car seemed right to me and the right time,” said Larry.

“The car looks good, it has that ’60s long look to it.

The car is American made, so it has a 389 motor in it with a three-speed automatic transmission. It is peppy. The Canadian made cars had a Chevrolet powertrain of 283 or 327 and a hydro-matic transmission.

The American cars were made a little different.”

The Pontiac Catalina is an automobile which was part of Pontiac’s full-sized line from 1950 to 1981. Initially, the name was used strictly to denote hardtop body styles, first appearing in the 1950 Chieftain Eight and DeLuxe Eight lines.

“It is a very nice driving car. We go to Penticton every year and I’ve been taking it the last couple of years. We go to the car show. I used to go to a lot of car shows, but I’m slowing down now,” he added.

“We always drive to Penticton and other car shows because we enjoy going,” added Linda. “The car has that cool look to it.

I’m not a real big car fan, but it looks good.”

Larry added. “I had other cars and trucks before

CATALINA ORIGINAL

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Linda and Larry Nikiforuk enjoy driving their 1963 Pontiac Catalina to car shows in the area. The couple wanted a daily driver to avoid hauling a trailer.

that I paraded around and one was a racing vehicle. I didn’t want to run with a trailer anymore and just want to have fun driving. I wanted something original and practical.”

Linda said they wanted to put the fun back into

FUN FACTS

For 1963, Catalinas and other full-sized Pontiacs featured cleaner, squared-off bodylines and vertical headlights flanking the split grille, but retained the same dimensions and basic bodyshell of 1961-62 models except for the rear flanks of the new coke bottle styling and due to this styling the rear track was extended to the ’59 and ’60 Pontiac’s 64” wide track.

Engine offerings were revised as the 333 hp and 348 hp versions of the 389 V8 were dropped in favour of production versions of the larger 421 cubic inches rated at 338 horsepower with four-barrel carburetor.

New options for 1963 included a tilt steering wheel that could be adjusted to six different positions, AM/ FM radio and cruise control.

A 1963 Catalina convertible modified by California hot-rodder Bill Straub was used as a tow vehicle in the NASA M2-F1 program.

Mild facelifting including new grilles and taillights highlighted the 1964 full-sized Pontiacs.

Engine and transmission offerings were unchanged from 1963, except for a new GM-built Muncie fourspeed manual replacing the Borg-Warner T-10 unit.

driving to car shows and getting around. “I enjoy people looking or asking what kind of car it is.”

The interior of the car is all original. “I might eventually do some body work on it, but for now I’m just going to enjoy it,” said Larry.

With the exception of the 1958 Bonneville, all Pontiac hardtops are designated Catalinas from 1950 to 1958.

The Catalina, though it was the lowest-priced full-sized Pontiac, was priced and trimmed below the Chevrolet Impala due to GM’s overlapping price structure formula, only a step below the Buick LeSabre and Oldsmobile 88 in trim.

The Canadian model line nameplates were never sold in the United States.

They were built for the Canadian market and for export from Canada as disassembled crate or kit cars.

As well, these kits were

assembled for both lefthand drive and right-hand drive markets in Europe at GM plants in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Canadian Pontiacs

were used in part because, for fellow Commonwealth countries, there were advantages with import duties.

Great Auto Memories?

Show us your photos, or share your stories which have an auto flavour.

Our readers are interested.

Contact Murray Green, News Reporter Phone 780.672.3142 Email murrayg@camrosebooster.com

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A male reported that he had been defrauded out of nearly $14,000. The male stated that on three separate occasions he invested money at KrazyBit Crypto Exchange in the United Kingdom. The investor had been told he could request money back at any time, but when he did that, the email contact abruptly ended.

Camrose Police received a report of a male who was causing issues at a local hotel. Upon police arrival the grossly intoxicated male was located carrying an open bottle of liquor. The male was arrested for public intoxication and released in the morning with a violation ticket for open conveyance of alcohol.

Sometime over the past two nights approximately 30 loaves of bread and a delivery dolly was stolen from a delivery truck. The rear slider

door of the truck had been left unlocked.

Police responded to a domestic situation on 60th Street in the 4100 block.

Upon arrival, police observed an argument between a male and female on a balcony where the female was observed to punch the male in the head several times.

Police gained entry into the apartment and the female was arrested for assault. The female was transported to police headquarters, charged with assault and is waiting on a bail hearing.

An attempt by police to conduct a traffic stop of a white Ford F350 resulted in the vehicle fleeing north in the southbound lanes of 68th Street. The vehicle was located abandoned and determined to have been stolen from rural Wetaskiwin earlier in the day. Police were able to obtain evidence from the vehicle and are attempting to identify the male driver.

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Day suggested the foladvice, Day said, “Drive ada’s National Collision Database (statistics from lowing actions to reduce defensively and focus on 2016), distracted driving the risk of collision or a the task at hand, driving contributed to an estimat- violation as the result of and arriving safely.”

Even though the police ed 21 per cent of fatal col- distracted driving.

Turn off your devices and other stakeholders for lisions and 27 per cent of and put them out of sight. road safety remind motorserious injury collisions.

“These statistics are If you cannot hear them or ists that all safety procepart of a very concerning see them, the temptation to dures and laws are important, during the month of trend of distracted driv- use them is reduced.

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Without the use of a properly applied seatbelt to restrain drivers and passengers of vehicles, in the event of a collision, the person will fly free until stopped suddenly and often violently by something else, such as a steering column or windshield.

The stopping distance is estimated to be about one-fifth of that with a seatbelt, which means the average impact force is about five times as great.

For example, in a vehicle frontal collision where the vehicle was travelling 30 mph (approximately 48 km/h) and hits an object or another vehicle caus-

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The force on a 160 pound person is 24,000 pounds (150 g’s). The impact would equate to a person falling from the top of a three-story building and hitting the ground.

It is important to note that the majority of fatal collisions occur within 40 kilometres of home and at speeds less than 60 km per hour.

That short trip to the store, or to pick up the children, or to work every day, can be very dangerous.

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At some point or another during one of Alberta’s famous winter “wait for the weather, it is about to change” days, we have all noticed an astute motorist who has lifted the windshield wipers of their vehicle away from the windshield while the vehicle is parked, anticipating the onset of snow or ice.

However, the question remains, is this a good idea or is it really not necessary.

According to the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) doing so is not necessarily a good idea.

CAA is reported to say that doing so is likely to reduce the pressure of the blades against the windshield, which could result in visibility issues, especially in snowy conditions.

The report also indicated that doing this could result in one or both of the wipers snapping back and causing a crack in the windshield, especially if it happens on a particularly cold winter day.

As opposed to using the method of lifting windshield wipers away from the vehicle CAA recommended that maintaining the wipers will go further in ensuring longevity.

When asked if lifting or leaving made much of a difference either way, Camrose Quick Lane supervisor Glenn Lyseng replied. “My personal preference is to not lift the wiper blades unless there is a chance of freezing rain. In the case of freezing rain, the possibility of the rubber from the blade sticking to the windshield may cause the rubber to separate or tear.”

However, Lyseng remained somewhat neutral on the subject. “In most any other weather, I do not lift the wiper

blades, but I don’t see anything wrong with doing so. It probably makes cleaning snow off the windshield easier.”

Whether you chose to lift your wipers or leave them down simply boils down to a personal choice, there is however, an overall consensus that maintaining and replacing wipers and wipe blades is vital when it comes to overall motorist safety.

Over time the rubber blades on the windshield wipers will break as a result of both environmental conditions and the friction caused when the wipers are being used.

The CA A recommends regularly cleaning wipers with a moist rag soaked in windshield-washer fluid and regular checking of the blades to ensure they are still working to the best capacity.

If your vehicle’s windshield gets covered in dirt and grime from driving around the slushy roads as a result of the thaw/freeze conditions, then take time to completely wash it off by hand before activating your wipers which will make their movement easier and more effective.

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THE FUTURE OF

Augustana Vikings Hockey

IS IN JEOPARDY An Open Message to Augustana Alumni and to whom it may concern As most of you are aware, the Alberta Government has called for many different cutbacks within our economy. In recent months, we have been hearing rumours surrounding the University of Alberta Augustana Campus and cuts that have been forced upon the athletic sector of the University. During our Hockey Alumni Annual General Meeting on February 8th, 2020, which was attended by a member of the Augustana financial review committee, we asked to be involved in the athletic review process.

Unfortunately up to that point, the athletic review committee had not contacted the Hockey Alumni Association. At the AGM, it was decided that our Association should send a committee to meet with the review board to discuss the future of the program.

This meeting was held on Tuesday, February 25th, 2020, and was attended by the Vikings Hockey Alumni Association’s appointed committee.

At the meeting with the U of A, we were led to believe by the review board that there is intention for the University to cut the Men’s Hockey Program.

After a summary of the review by the U of A staff, it is our understanding that there are many reasons why Augustana is considering cutting the hockey team.

It is our interpretation that Augustana’s current financial situation and the cost of the hockey program is the key reason to cut the program. However, we feel that there are also other issues which we respect that play a factor into the possibility of cutting the team.

As a committee, we understand some of their reasoning and realize this board has been put in a situation that is less than desirable. Yet, we feel there is much more than just finances to consider with a decision of this magnitude, such as the history of the program including the Viking Cup, the weight this has on the City and community, and the impact this can have on Augustana in the future. We also believe that their review process could have involved stakeholders who may wish to intervene. We believe that thorough consultation with parties such as the Camrose Minor Hockey, long-time hockey scholarship donors, Viking Cup committee and supporters, the Augustana Vikings Men’s Hockey Alumni Association, hockey alumni at large and Augustana Alumni is needed to give the program the strongest chance at surviving.

The meeting concluded with the review board promising to report a number to our committee by Friday, February 28th. We have received this number and now wish to deal with ways for us as an association and the University of Alberta Augustana Campus to work together to solve the financial shortcomings of the program.

The Association must also try to arrange a longterm solution to the financial issues of the hockey program. A long-term strategy and plan would likely have to be set in place by November 1st, 2020. As an Association, we believe that a long-term solution must be established if we are to ask for short-term contributions. It would be irresponsible to ask for donations of this magnitude without having a longterm plan established.

This is where we need your help. If we are to save the hockey team we will need your action immediately.

We hope to hear from you all soon.

Sincerely, The Augustana Vikings Men’s Hockey Alumni Association David Ritz (President) dritz@ualberta.ca Dean Prpick (Vice-President) prpick@ualberta.ca

World Day of Prayer

By Murray Green

The World Day of Prayer is a worldwide ecumenical women led movement. It is celebrated generally the first Friday in March in many countries around the world.

The Women’s Interchurch Council is the home of World Day of Prayer in Canada and has a mission to pursue justice, peace and reconciliation by standing together in prayer and action.

That tradition continues today with women and men around the world in 113 languages. In Camrose, it will be the 67th anniversary. A service will be held on Friday, March 6 starting at 1:30 p.m. in the St. Andrew’s Anglican Church.

“We invite you to join us in celebrating this year’s theme: Rise! Take Your Mat and Walk,” said Charlene Hendry, one of the organizers.

This year, the service is written by the women of Zimbabwe, which is located in the heart of southern Africa and is bordered by Zambia, Botswana, South Africa and Mozambique.

The majority of people in Zimbabwe are Shona and Ndebele, and the majority of people belong to Christian faith.

Zimbabwe is a country rich in gold, platinum, copper, nickel, coal, diamonds and clay. However, the rural people remain poor.

Many families are headed by women, as the men have gone to work in the mines.

This has helped shape their social and economic history.

Since 2017, they have been going through changes in government and in 2018, many people voted in a peaceful election, which resulted in 33 per cent of the seats being held by women.

The purpose of the World Day of Prayer is to pray with immediate application. In Canada, informed prayer and prayerful action has provided more than $500,000 in grants to justice projects over the last five years.

Women in Canada were not even considered persons under the law until 1927.

Women still struggle to be heard on issues that affect them, such as peace negotiations, disaster recovery, policy development and human rights.

The World Day of Prayer connects people in authentic, meaningful ways across social, geographic and political barriers by giving a voice to women through sharing their concerns through prayer.

For more information on the World Day of Prayer service, contact Charlene at 780-672-9395.

Joseph Bendfeld Joseph William Bendfeld of Camrose, AB, passed away on February 24, 2020, at the age of 92 years.

He is survived by his wife Eileen; two stepdaughters; five stepsons; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents; brothers and sisters; as well as numerous nephews and nieces.

A Funeral Mass was held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2020 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Camrose, AB, with Father Joby Augustin presiding.

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Charles Alfred Lenney June 28, 1933 ~ February 15, 2020 Charlie died peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2020, surrounded by his loving wife Andrea, daughter Sharon and nephew Robin Lenney.

Charlie was the first of four children born to Everyl Lenney (nee Foster) and Alfred Lenney in Calcutta, India. Alfred was stationed with the British Kings Royal Rifle Army.

The family moved to London, England in 1937, where they lived until being evacuated to York during WWII. Charlie started work at a young age in York helping with the family business, “Link Avenue Post Office”.

In 1956, he immigrated to Vancouver. The rest of the family soon followed including his fiancé Patricia-Anne. They were married and had two children.

In 1970, Charlie relocated to Fort St. John where he started “Chuck’s Wagon Handyman Service”. His son Charles Jr. eventually joined him in the family business.

In 2001, Charlie retired to Camrose where he and Andrea spent the last 20 years enjoying retirement and having adventures in their motorhome. Dad continued to build and renovate properties. He was never without a project!

Charlie could always be counted on to help anyone in need.

In 2019, his dream of owning an electric car came true when he purchased a Tesla.

Sadly in April 2017, Dad received the devastating news that he had leukemia. He was accepted into a clinical trial at the U of A Edmonton where he bravely received chemo treatment until recently when his health declined.

With Andrea’s care, Dad was able to stay at home until February 13 when he was admitted to the Palliative Care ward at St. Mary’s Hospital.

He was predeceased by his parents Everyl and Alfred Lenney; siblings Joan, Sheila and Tony; and his beloved granddaughter Natalie.

He is survived by his devoted wife and caregiver Andrea; daughter Sharon; son Charles Jr.; grandchildren Alexandra, Charles JR and Alysia; as well as many lifelong friends and extended family in the USA, England and Australia.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital, Dr. Kevyn Letley, Dr. Louis Minders of Camrose, Dr. Irwindeep Sandhu, Dr. Ovais Shaikh and Dr. Mark Hnatiuk of the U of A Hospital, Edmonton for their dedicated and compassionate care.

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Logan is lovingly remembered by his parents Ryan and Jody; little sisters Blair and Lydia; and little brother Arlo. Although he didn’t live many years on this earth, Logan deeply touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.

After a long and hard struggle, our brave boy is finally free.

He is already deeply missed, but we find comfort knowing that he is no longer struggling and is back with his sister.

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Agnes (Dolly) Watchel Agnes (Dolly) Watchel, formerly Briault, nee Beech, of Camrose, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2020, at the age of 94.

She is survived by her six sons Lawrence, Ehman, Jack (Muriel), Cliff (Jackie), Terry (Debbie) and Leon (Judy); stepdaughter Melony Materi; sister Bev White; 27 grandchildren; 63 greatgrandchildren; and 10 (and counting) great-greatgrandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Peter Watchel; daughter Lorraine Briault; son Jary King; two grandsons Tyrone Briault and David King; two brothers Ron and Bob; and two sisters Lorraine and Frieda.

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Team depth leads basketball Vikings to playoffs

By Murray Green

T he Aug usta na Vikings are hosting the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) playoffs March 5 to 7.

However, they want to be more than good hosts.

The Vikings earned a bronze medal at last year’s playoffs and this group wants to improve on that foundation.

A lthough Augustana lost both games to the front running Keyano Huskies Feb. 21 and 22, a couple of regulars were out of the line-up.

“We lost a lot of close games that maybe we should have won, but that happens in basketball. We played some very good teams and the whole conference is strong,” said player Nathan Bowie. “It has been a good challenge.”

The fourth year shooting guard and his teammates want to win a championship for Camrose and Augustana. “It means a lot to host. I think our community desires to come watch us play. Coach Dave Drabiuk has built a great program here and finally he can showcase what he has done. It will be good.”

Nathan led the team in points per game with 16.7.

Next was Austin Brulotte at 15.7. “It is like a family atmosphere here and everyone gets along well.

These guys have become my best friends. I want to come back one more year to hang out with them and play basketball,” shared Nathan, who played high school basketball at Jasper Place.

Out of all of the universities and colleges to choose from, the Edmonton basketball player wanted to play at Augustana. “I wanted the University of Alberta education and I had some friends that played here, so I knew

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Augustana Vikings players Dane Philipenko, left, and Spencer Marion, right, attempt to block a King’s Eagles basketball player from driving to the net in recent game action. The Vikings will be hosting the playoffs on March 5 to 7.

that I would fit right in. It seemed like the best fit,” added Nathan, a business student.

“This year’s team is different because we have a lot of really good players.

In past years we haven’t been as deep as we are this year,” explained Nathan.

“We can play all 12 guys on the roster sheet and not lose much. In the past we couldn’t and that is what makes this team different.

We are more balanced as well. Every game we have a new leading scorer for that game. It is not the

same player over and over again.”

The balanced attack leaves the opponent’s defence wondering who is going to be the go-to guy in that game.

“Other teams have a hard time preparing for our games because you can’t key on one or two players. A lot of guys are capable of having a big night. That is why we have done so well this year, because of that.”

Hosting the playoffs in front of Augustana fans will also be a factor in

games. “I’ve been in a lot of gyms and I think ours is the rowdiest. We have the best fans in the ACAC right here. It will really help us.”

With so many strong teams in the playoffs, the medals are up for grabs at this point. “Keyano, Lethbridge and SAIT are the three other teams that will be strong and we have to keep an eye on them.”

Augustana had the best defence in the north, while Keyano scored the most points prior to the final regular season

games. In the south, Lethbridge scored the most and SAIT had a strong defence.

“We have to be healthy for the playoffs. We missed a couple of starters in the Keyano games and need everyone back and healthy for the playoffs for that balanced advantage. It should be a fun weekend.

Coach Dave has done a great job preparing us for this.”

Coach Drabiuk started coaching at Augustana in 2004.

Enright named ACAC coach of the year

By Murray Green

Augustana Vikings women’s volleyball coach Steve Enright was named coach of the year by the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) prior to the start of the playoffs on Feb. 27.

He was selected by his ACAC coaching peers as the 2019-20 top coach for the north division.

This is Enright’s first year as head coach of the Vikings after four years as an assistant coach.

During the season the Vikings, have showed continual growth under his leadership, posting a regular season record of 20-4 and a 16-match winning streak in an undefeated second half of the season.

The Vikings finished in

first place and are in the Top 10 in CCAA national rankings.

“We are very pleased with the direction the women’s volleyball program is going under Steve’s leadership,” emphasized associate coach Bryan Laskosky, in a release. “The focus Enright places on the development of not only the elite athlete, but also the commitment to encouraging community relationships and the development of leadership within his players is appreciated across many realms.”

“Right from day one, Enright had his sights on securing a playoff position with the Vikings and competing for a top placement in the conference,” said-

Randal Nickel, acting athletic director for the Augustana Vikings. “In his first year as head coach, Steve has continued and accelerated the growth for our Vikings women’s volleyball program.”

Enright was presented with the award at the 2020 ACAC Women’s Volleyball Provincial Championship banquet held at Medicine Hat College. Joining Enright with ACAC AllConference awards were fifth year Vikings players, Rae Metrunec, Rebecca Petrie, Lauren VanDyke and third year setter Sarah Dedrick.

On the men’s side, Duncan McDonald was named an All-Conference middle blocker.

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BAWLF FUNDRAISER CONCERT – presented at Bawlf Community Centre. Canadian Folk Music with Celtic, Bluegrass and Country. A concert with Saskia and Darrel: The Great Plains. Saturday, March 7, 7:00 p.m. Tickets $20 each available at the Bawlf Country Store or call Kathleen 780-373-2250 or John 780-608-5747.

HEISLER ELKS SAUSAGE BREAKFAST – Heisler Community Cultural Centre, Sun., March 15, 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

Adults $12, 6-12 $7, 5 and under free. Sausage for sale!

HEISLER ELKS HAM BINGO – Heisler Community Cultural Centre, Mon., March 16.

15 games for $5, door prize on advance tickets. Bonanza to follow. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts 7:30 p.m.

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

PETS / PET SUPPLIES BULL MASTIFF CROSS – King Cane Corso puppies born Dec. 19. Large, strong, dominant hybrid. Great watch dogs. 780603-4611.

TO GIVE AWAY FOUR FREE ORANGE KITTENS – Born January 23, ready to go after March 5. Two male, two female. 587-322-8030, leave message.

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WANTED

CAMROSE WILD ROSE DANCE CLUB – holds dances on the first Saturday of every month at Mirror Lake Centre, 5415-49 Avenue, Camrose.

Dance admission $15 (includes lunch). Doors open 6 p.m., dance from 7-11 p.m. The band for Mar. 7 is Sparkling Tones. Open to all over 18 years of age. For more info, call Lawrence at 780226-5861 or Iris 780-608-1590.

SPRING SOCIAL – Round Hill & District Ag Society, March 7, cocktails 6 p.m., supper 6:30 p.m., Round Hill Community Centre. EIEI Joe Show (comedy farm safety).

Tickets available 780-672-7583, adults, $20; 6-14, $10; 5 and under, free.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP – for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Tuesday evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Mar. 17 to May 5.

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

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

BOOSTER ADS GET RESULTS!

HELP WANTED WE ARE LOOKING FOR – full and part-time staff to work with three young men in a new group home setting. Two fulltime overnight sleep positions and two or three part-time positions, mostly weekends and evenings. Rate of pay will vary from $18 to $22.50 per hour. Please call Lee-Anne at 780-281-0243.

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

SERVICES SELF-INKING STAMPS – Every shape, size, and colour.

We deliver, right to your office. Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 St., Camrose. Call us at 780-672-3142.

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

Devin Meakins, Ph. 780-853-1080 J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649.

R.J.’S CONSTRUCTION Renovations, bathrooms, additions and repairs.

Garages, concrete work.

Arborite and tiles.

20 years’ experience in Camrose Call Rob, 780-672-0521 JUNK TO THE DUMP – Free estimates. Garages, Basements, Yards, Light hauling.

Tom – 780-678-1847.

McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD. Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780-672-5242, Camrose LaCRIA TRUCKING Potable Water Hauling Residential, Commercial, Oilfield Gerald and Marla Steinwand, Owners PHONE 780-679-9134

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.

Aspen Terrace 4920-66 Street Welcome Home!

Our one and two bedroom suites include fridge, stove and full size washer & dryer IN-SUITE. We pay heat, water, and parking.

Small dogs and cats welcome.

Close to SAVE ON FOODS. Call today for availability 780-672-8681 GREEN GABLES – Bright and cheery 2-bedroom with balcony. 5 minute walk to downtown, walking trails. 780621-8495.

THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK TAILORING in Camrose Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thurs. Evening and Sat.:

By Appointment Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays Please call 780-672-4793

APARTMENT FOR RENT – 5212-56 Street. 2-bedroom $900. 1-bedroom $775. DD $600. Water, heat, basic cable included. No pets, no partiers, no smokers. Call Andy 780608-9427 or Andrea 587-322-0732.

RICK’S DRYWALL, BOARDING, TAPING & TEXTURING 30 Years’ Experience For all your drywall needs call 780-679-9225 or 780-679-7346

EXECUTIVE SUITE – In quiet, well-maintained building, private area of town. 5 appliances. No students, no pets, no children, no smoking/partiers.

780-608-3131.

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 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 486850 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $13.81/sq. ft./year, plus share of property taxes, utilities and insurance, boils out to $2,697.07 all-in monthly.

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

JUST LIKE NEW – You’ll be impressed! Very quiet adult 4-plex, spacious 2-bedroom, fresh and bright. Balcony. Everything has been replaced. Prefer seniors. Available immediately.

No smoking, no pets. For more info and to view, 780-679-2170.

FIRST MONTH FREE! 2-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE – Spacious and bright, newer building. Located close to downtown amenities, walking paths.

High efficiency furnace and ondemand hot water offer wonderful savings on utilities. Private balcony. Upgraded fixtures, cabinetry and flooring. Surround yourself with quiet, courteous neighbours in a friendly, clean neighbourhood. Local owner managed, snow removal provided. Seeking mature responsible adult tenants, no children, no smoking, no pets. First Month Free on a One-year Lease!

Phone 780-679-7090.

COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE – 2880 sq. ft.

5031-46 Street (old Windwood building). Call Steve, 780608-5222.

CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE Selection of very nice street level offices in newer building in Downtown Camrose * Offices from 100-262 sq. ft. at prices to suit your budget * Some offices may be combined to form a suite * Building is almost entirely renovated and freshly repainted * Quiet, considerate neighbours * Easy access * Lots of parking for customers * Energized parking for tenants * Immediate occupancy Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!

2-BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE – Very quiet, newly renovated. Approx. 1100 sq. ft.

Available now. Includes utilities, cable, WiFi. In suite washer and dryer. No parties or pets. $1000/ mo. $1000 DD. References required. 780-679-0436.

LIVESTOCK / FEED PUREBRED YEARLING GELBVIEH BULLS – for sale from our 40-year breeding program. 780-672-9950.

170 BALES OF GRASS HAY – 105 bales of 2018 grass hay. Everything in netwrapped rounds without rain. Call 780878-3750.

EXCELLENT HAY – 800 square bales. No rain, always covered. Carbon neutral! 780385-2229.

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.

SNOWBLOWER – Cub Cadet 3X 30” HD. 7 forward speeds, 2 reverse speeds, 420cc MTD engine. Very little use. Not needed since moved to town.

Paid over $1600, asking $1000 obo. Call Tim, 780-361-8219.

GEM F40 – Double Keyboard with band box. Music books included. $200, good condition. 780-679-7959.

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CLASSIFIED ADS (Continued) BOOK SHELVES OF SOLID CONSTRUCTION – various sizes up to 48”x 91”x 8”, $25 each; couch, like new, $100; cash register, $25. 780-608-1501.

BLACK LEATHER CHAIRS – no arms, stackable.

780-672-4326.

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

FOR SALE OR LEASE 150’x50’ LAND – with storage sheds on premises. Fenced, gated. Located at 5315-47 Street, Camrose. 780-781-7037.

AUTO DADS – LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds.

We match up buyers and sellers.

Phone the Camrose Booster, 780-672-3142.

OLDER MODEL NISSAN TRAIL – 2005 - 2008 with good motor and brakes, fair condition body. 780-662-7221.

INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND The following farmland, located near Bawlf, is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations, and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificates of Title: PARCEL 1: NE 20-46-17-W4 (containing 159 titled acres, more or less) PARCEL 2:

SE 20-46-17-W4 (containing 159 titled acres, more or less)

Tenders will be entertained on either or both Parcel 1 and Parcel 2.

Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes, marked “BERGQUIST TENDER”, to Andreassen Borth, with the tenderer’s GST number and accompanied by a cheque made payable to “Andreassen Borth” for $5000.00 per parcel and delivered before 12:00 noon on March 6, 2020, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S1. Attention: James Harry Andreassen.

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.

Phone 780-672-3142.

SELLING YOUR SEAWORTHY BOAT? Make a splash with an ad in the Booster classifieds! 780-672-3142.

DEATHS Michael Gordash

of Daysland, on January 24, at 83 years of age.

Olav “Ole” Johannes Haakon Welde of Hay Lakes, on February 20 at 18 years of age.

Joseph William Bendfeld of Camrose, on February 24 at 92 years of age.

Agnes “Dolly” Ellen Watchel of Camrose, formerly of Denzil, SK, on February 24, at 94 years of age.

Lorna Forre of Tofield, on February 26, at 86 years of age.

Janet Margaret Blatz of Camrose, formerly of Kelsey, on February 26, at 80 years of age.

Darryl Sharkey of Camrose, on February 29, at 60 years of age.

Parcel 2 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 13 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 25 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 65.2 HECTARES (161 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

Tenders will not be opened in public.

The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before April 15, 2020. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders.

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

Parcel 4* MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 13 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 36 QUARTER SOUTH WEST CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: A) 1.25 HECTARES (3.09 ACRES) MORE OR LESS UNDER PLAN 8123029 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS

For further information, please call Adrian Bergquist or Joyce Bergquist at 780-672-7578.

Parcel 5* MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 13 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 25 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

The surface lease will be assigned on closing. Any payments paid, or accrued, to closing will be retained by the Vendor, without adjustment.

INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND The following farmland, located near Ohaton, is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations, and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificate of Title: E 1/2 9-46-19-W4 (bare land “as is”) Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes, marked “PRICHARD TENDER”, to Andreassen Borth, with the tenderer’s GST number and accompanied by a cheque made payable to “Andreassen Borth” for $5000.00 and delivered before 12:00 noon on March 12, 2020, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S1. Attention: James Harry Andreassen.

The taxes will be adjusted on closing.

Tenders will not be opened in public.

The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before April 15, 2020. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders.

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

For further information, please call Ken Prichard at 780-608-6080.

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Parcel 1* MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 30 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

Parcel 3 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 13 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 36 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 65.2 HECTARES (161 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

The taxes will be adjusted on closing.

Mineral rights are not included.

BOATS, RVS and CAMPERS

FOR SALE BY TENDER TENDERS ARE INVITED for the purchase of the following property located in Flagstaff County:

*these parcels have on-site power and 1 water well The title to the property will be subject to the reservations and exceptions now appearing on the title and free and clear of all financial encumbrances.

GST will be added to the tender price unless the purchaser is a GST registrant at the time of closing.

TENDERS will be accepted for 1 or more parcels.

The Tenders must be in writing, accompanied by a certified cheque for 5% of the tender price, sealed in an envelope marked “Jack Hampshire Estate Tender” and must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, #100, 4918 - 51 Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1S3, on or before 12:00 noon, March 6, 2020. Municipal taxes will be adjusted. The closing and adjustment date of sale will be April 10, 2020, and the successful tenderer must pay the balance of the purchase price, plus GST unless the tenderer is a GST registrant, on the closing date, or the deposit will be forfeited. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them forthwith by mail after the closing of tenders. No conditional tenders will be accepted, and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

No warranty whatsoever is given as to the condition of the property or as to the fitness of the property for any purpose.

For further information about the property phone Dennis Congdon at (780) 608-5719. For details about the tender process please contact Wayne Throndson, Q.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, (780) 672-8851.

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FOR SALE BY TENDER

Item 1 Bin #35

Wheatland hopper bottom bin on skid, approx. 2000 bushel

Item 2 Bin #36

Wheatland hopper bottom bin on skid, approx. 2000 bushel

Item 3 Bin #37

Wheatland hopper bottom bin on skid, approx. 1900 bushel

Item 4 8” x 42’ Brandt auger with 20 hp Kohler motor Item 5 2018 Kubota 3-pt. hitch rotary disc mower, 9’ 2” cut Accepting sealed bids until 10:00 am, March 16, 2020.

Camrose County 4728-41 Street Camrose, AB T4V 0Z6 Please specify item #, along with your name, phone number, and bid.

Contact Murray Van Petten 780-672-2371 for information or viewing of items 1 to 4.

Contact Kevin Schielke 780-672-4765 for information or viewing of item 5.

Winning bidders are responsible for removal and transport of items 1 to 4 from the County yard during a pre-arranged time with the Seed Plant staff.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 30

Basketball Vikings prepare for playoffs

By Murray Green

The women’s team split a series with the Keyano Huskies winning 59-58 and losing 71-66 on Feb. 21 and 22.

In the first outing, the Vikings were led by Megan Herbert with 19 points and Alyssa Banez with 11.

In the return match, Banez led the offence with 16 points and Herbert chipped in with 11 points.

The Vikings are in fourth place with an 12-10 record and qualified for post-season. Medicine Hat is hosting the playoffs on March 5 to 7.

On the men’s side, Augustana lost both games to Keyano 92-83 and 90-84, Feb. 21 and 22. In the first game, Griffin Lorenz led the offence with 23 points and Elijah Schmuland added 17 points.

In the rematch, Austin Brulotte scored 23, while Schmuland added 15 points.

The men’s Vikings are in second place with a 15-7 record. Augustana is hosting the playoffs on March 5 to 7.

Volleyball

The Augustana women’s Vikings volleyball team beat Keyano 3-0 in both matches to garner the top spot in the standings.

In the first match, Rae Metrunec led with 10 kills, Sarah Dedrick recorded 20 assists and Danielle Brockman earned 11 digs.

In the second outing, Metrunec had 11 kills,

Karen Wagner added 28 assists and Brockman chipped in with 20 digs.

Augustana women’s squad finished in first place with a 20-4 record and was unbeaten in the second half of the season, 16 games. Medicine Hat hosted the playoffs on Feb. 27 to 29.

The men’s Vikings finished in seventh place with a 5-19 record and missed the playoffs.

They lost both sets 3-0 against Keyano. In the first match, Thomas Zimmerman and Duncan McDonald led with four kills, Calder Thompson had 11 assists and eight digs.

In the rematch, McDonald counted eight kills, Ian Harding had 14 assists and Bryce Boan added seven digs.

Hockey

T he Aug usta na Vikings secured a playoff spot by sweeping a series against the SAIT Trojans, the team they will face in the first round of the playoffs.

Augustana won 7-4 in Calgary and 4-1 in an outdoor game in Falun, Feb. 20 and 22.

The Vikings built up a 3-1 lead after the opening period in the first contest with Cody Fiala, Adam Osczevski and Jarod Hovde supplied the tallies for the Vikings.

In a more even period, Owen Lamb and Lukas Biensch scored to match SAIT’s two tallies. In the

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Experience preferred but willing to train right individual(s).

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final period, Carter Danczak and Ryan Groom added to the lead.

Goalie Zach deGraves, stopped 22 of 26 shots directed his way to record the win.

In the rematch, the teams headed outdoors and took advantage of the nice weather. Augustana netted four straight goals to record the 4-1 victory.

Groom, Quintin Sudom, Travis Mayan and Tavis Roch scored for the Vikings.

Goalie Curtis Skip was peppered with shots, but he made 52 saves on 53 shots to give the Vikings the win.

T he Aug usta na Vikings are in fifth place with an 12-13-1 record in the ACAC. The Vikings will host SAIT on March 7 at 2:30 p.m. in the Encana Arena.

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Kal Tire in Camrose is looking for an experienced

COMMERCIAL TIRE TECHNICIAN

to operate a Tire Service Truck/work truck pad What each day will bring: • Something different! You never know what kind of vehicle or tire you may be required to work on.

• You could be inspecting, installing, balancing, rotating, and/or repairing truck, farm or industrial tires and wheels.

• Amazing customers to impress with your professional and friendly customer service.

• The responsibility to keep yourself and your coworkers safe.

• Pride in the work you’ve done keeping your customers safe and on the road, site or field!

What kind of person are we looking for?

• We are looking for someone who is a commercial tire expert with at least 2 years of tire experience.

• A team player willing to take on any tire or any task.

• A valid driver’s license is a must. We also need to see that you are responsible on the road by providing a satisfactory driver’s abstract.

• This work can be unpredictable – physically; wet, cold, windy weather, etc. And we need someone who will be up for the challenge.

What is in it for you?

• We will develop your skills and certifications with our excellent training.

• Regular shifts with the opportunity for money-making on-call work.

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• Save your money with our staff discounts on tires, parts and mechanical services at all Kal Tire locations.

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Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply in-store at 6317-48 Avenue, Camrose, or online today

Cashiers, Cosmetologists Great benefits with flexible work hours. The successful candidates must enjoy interacting with customers and working within a team environment. Wage is dependent on experience. Previous experience or education is preferred but we will train the right candidates.

Interested applicants may apply in confidence to: Shoppers Drug Mart – Attn: Gary Wowk, Associate/Owner 180 Cornerstone, 6800-48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 4T1 Fax: 780-672-8867 • Email: asdm331@shoppersdrugmart.ca Your interest is appreciated, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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CHIEF Dean LaGrange Chief of Police Camrose Police Service Question: Does Camrose have a police dog?

Answer: The Camrose Police Service started a K9 unit back in 2009. It was a first for the City and the dog (Miska) with her handler, Const. Rolfe were involved in many arrests.

In 2017, Miska retired and the decision was made at the time not to continue with the K9 program for various reasons, including the ability to call upon the Wetaskiwin RCMP K9 unit when required.

Fast forward to 2020 and many things have changed in three short years. We can no longer rely upon the Wetaskiwin RCMP, as the K9 unit there is not active.

More and more incidents are occurring where K9 tracking would be useful, including armed robberies, stolen vehicles and break and enters. There is also the drug issue where the K9 unit can be multi-tasked and utilized.

Bringing a K9 unit into schools and other venues for presentations encourages the community to interact with their Police Service. It also serves as a deterrent for those who would look at Camrose as a “soft” target, meaning their chances of getting away with a crime, are lessened with the presence of a K9 unit within the city.

So with all of that taken into consideration, I have authorized the purchase of a K9 puppy (Zoe) at a significantly reduced rate, with the hopes of re-establishing a K9 program for 2021. This still requires the approval of our Police Commission and City council for implementation, but if things work out the way I hope they do, you will see a fully functioning K9 unit working the streets of Camrose in 2021.

By Lori Larsen

With spectacular curb appeal in a private setting, situated on a quiet cul-de-sac near parks and schools, this five bedroom, three bathroom home is the perfect fit for your growing family.

The exceptionally well maintained home welcomes guests with a bright open entryway with laminate wood floor and stairs that lead up to an inviting living room featuring a large bay window perfect for a cozy sitting area.

The large country kitchen has a built-in pantry, loads of cabinets and counter space for prepping family dinners or social gatherings where guests can mosey

up to the sit up island.

The kitchen opens up to a dining area surrounded by bay windows, where you can enjoy meals while taking in the view of your incredible backyard.

A patio door will take you out to a fantastic large Dura-deck, where you can sit overlooking the beautiful yard with an elegant gazebo featuring inlaid paving stones and a firepit.

It is the perfect setting for backyard events.

The main floor master suite is an oasis of privacy with a walk-in closet and private en suite that features a six-foot jetted tub. Two more bedrooms and a four-piece bathroom offer plenty of living space.

The completely finished basement will keep you warm with in-floor heating. A large family/games room to gather around a large screen television or pool table, two more good-sized bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet, a three-piece bathroom and utility room provides so much room for the entire family.

An oversized heated double garage is a very welcome asset to the home.

Settle in and call this beautiful home, located at 220 Edgewood Close, priced at $482,500, your own. Join Graham Wideman during an open house on Thursday, March 5 from noon until 2 p.m. or for a private viewing, contact him at: Central Agencies Realty Inc. 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 Cell 780-679-8384

Graham Wideman

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 3, 2020 – Page 32

CENTRAL AGENCIES REALTY

The Central Agencies Realty Team is eager to go to work for you!

We’ve been matching buyers with sellers, with integrity, since 1963.

Sascha Dressler, 780-781-8242; Ronda Shott, 780-781-7468; Lyndsey Delwo, 780-678-6117; Al-Karim (Al) Mohamed, 587-322-5511; Wally Wrubleski, 780-781-7323; Dalton Reum, 780-678-5224; Graham Wideman, 780-679-8384; Matt Banack, 780-608-9733; Matthew Mayer, 780-781-7088; Cole Walker, 780-679-5544; Tylor Keller, 780-281-0016.

#100, 4870-51 Street, Camrose ~ 780-672-4495 centralagenciesrealty.com ~ 1-800-809-8040

Inc.

Open HouseS

CAMROSE HOMES

Wed., Mar. 4, 3:30-5 pm 6210-28 Avenue Close

NEW LISTIN

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NEW BUILD, AWESOME MASTER, BONUS ROOM, TRIPLE GARAGE, COVERED DECK! Asking $459,900 CA0189414

Thur., Mar. 5, 12-2 pm 220 Edgewood Close

SOLD valleyview west ~ 5-BDRM. BUNGALOW! Asking $599,900 CA0158173

SPECTULAR 6-BDRM., 4 BATH HOME Asking $539,900 CA0175382

“Home of the week, see page 31!”

WOW! WALKOUT BUNGALOWS! Asking $428,162 CA0168185

WALKOUT BUNGALOWS VALLEYVIEW WEST Asking $397,162 CA0165802 AMAZING COMMUNITY – TOP FLOOR CONDO! Asking $389,000 CA0184980

TERRIFIC BUNGALOW HOME Asking $274,900 CA0178555

CONDO W/LOFT OVERLOOKING JUBILEE PARK Now $319,900 CA0146607

GORGEOUS HOME, AMAZING YARD IN PARKVIEW CUL-DE-SAC Asking $482,500 CA0183212

Sat., Mar. 7, 11am-1pm 2610-62 Street

BRIGHT, COZY UPDATED BUNGALOW Asking $256,500 CA0169616

CENTURY MEADOWS 5-BDRM. Asking $525,000 CA0164181

EXC. BUNGALOW, PERFECT CUL-DE-SAC Asking $359,900 CA0188579

“New floor plan!”

BEAUTIFUL NEW TWO-STOREY – VALLEYVIEW WEST! Asking $498,162 CA0179793

4 BDRM. 3 FULL BATHS ~ CREEKVIEW Asking $498,000 CA0182630 COPPERSTONE CONDO OVERLOOKING MIRROR LAKE! Now only $498,000 CA0140533

Sat., Mar. 7, 11am-1pm 2908-61 Street Close

BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME, 3 BDRM. Asking $489,900 CA0168564

5 BDRM., 1798 SQ. FT. VALLEYVIEW WEST Asking $625,000 CA0183965

MULTI-FAMILY LOTS 2.5 ACRES ZONED R3 AND MULTIFAMILY ... Exceptional west end location.

Call now!

4 BARE LAND LOTS ON 65 ST. Exc. multi-family opportunity!

Asking $1,300,000 CA0189036

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

• 30 lots w/alley access, start from $91,190 • 18 cul-de-sac lots, start 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!

SOLD

5 BDRM., 3 BATHS CENTURY MEADOWS! Asking $458,800 CA0185306

VALLEYVIEW BI-LEVEL, TRIPLE GARAGE Asking $434,900 CA0180889

LOTS

COMMERCIAL

GREAT OPPORTUNITY … 85’x122’ lot bordering 48 Avenue and 48 Street in Camrose. Close to college, schools, downtown, Mirror Lake.

Asking $134,900 CA0177494 7662 sq. ft. ZONED C1!

Asking $569,900 CA0148931 Spacious (2300+ sq. ft.) comm. bldg.

Asking $49,000 CA0174574 PRIME MAIN STREET PROPERTY – ZONED C1 Asking $189,500 CA0183199 3600 sq. ft. bldg., Hwy 13/Hwy 21 Asking $425,000 CA0165959 lot between Credit Union, Royal Bank Asking $149,900 CA0085343

NEW 1080 SQ. FT. BAYS Asking $1100/mo.

CA0177690

east end HWY LOCATION BRAND NEW CA0152225

M&M FOOD MARKET Asking $339,000 CA0143960

EXC. OFFICE OR BUSINESS LOCATION 1600 sq. ft.

CA0149692

DOWNTOWN CAMROSE! 4649 sq. ft.

Asking $11/sq. ft.

CA0143994

AWESOME BUSINESS LOCATION! Now only $299,900 CA0161225

Zoned m1 ... Exc. east end location!

CA0146778 SUPERB BUILDING IN DOWNTOWN CAMROSE! Asking $499,900 CA0153778 EXC. 5.8 ACRE PARCEL Located just off Hwys 21, 13 junction.

Asking $399,900 CA0179914

We offer Multiple Listing Service

Beautiful Walkout Bungalows by Battle River Homes

www.realtor.ca

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Mar. 7 11 am to 1 pm 2610-62 Street “New floor plan!”

SPACIOUS BI-LEVEL ON QUIET STREET! Asking $294,900 CA0180631

WALKOUT ~ LAKE ESTATES! • 1248 sq. ft.

• 25’x20.5’ garage Asking $428,162 CA0168185

Starting from $397,162

• Bonus room • 26’x26’ garage Asking $498,162 CA0179793

MF CONDO W/OUTDOOR PATIO! Asking $186,000 CA0189030

GREAT STARTER, INVESTMENT HOME Asking $244,900 CA0184252

3RD FLOOR CONDO – AFFORDABLE! Asking $175,000 CA0189031

GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT! Asking $229,000 CA0189173 GROUND FLOOR CONDO, HTD. GARAGE, WORKSHOP IN BLDG. Now only $209,900 CA0153960

PERFECT STARTER OR INVESTMENT HOME! Asking $169,500 CA0184054

SOLD

SOLD

EXC. INVITING BI-LEVEL 4 BDRM. Asking $285,500 CA0180723

NEW PR ICE!

COMMERCIAL LOTS

Perfect location, adjacent to Cornerstone commercial area!

Asking $6,495,000 CA0151317

150’x170’ LOT ZONED M1 INDUSTRIAL! Asking $172,900 CA0182926

26.66 total acres just off Hwy 21, NW OF CAMROSE Asking $929,900 CA0158194

1276 SQ. FT. OFFICE SPACE … just west of Downtown Camrose CA0185800

GREAT FLEXIBLITY IN MAYERTHORPE Over 23 acres along Hwy 43 Asking $230,000 CA0168666

WONDERFUL ACREAGE NEAR FERINTOSH Asking $394,900 CA0184780 SO AFFORDABLE, SO MUCH POTENTIAL … Almost an acre Asking $69,000 CA0177394 WONDERFUL 3.16 ACRE ACREAGE SITE! Asking $174,900 CA0184956

SPACIOUS 4-BDRM. BUNGALOW! Asking $84,900 CA0186789

MODULAR BUNGALOW IN NEW NORWAY! Asking $214,900 CA0184315

QUARTER SECTION 15 MIN. FROM CAMROSE! Asking $797,000 CA0166651

NEW LISTIN

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UNIQUE HOUSE/SHOP COMBINATION ON 150 ACRES ONLY 20 MIN. FROM CAMROSE! Asking $590,000 CA0189669

160 ACRE PROPERTY east of Camrose Asking $749,000 CA0184968

BEAUTIFUL, PRIVATE 5.12 ACRE ACREAGE Asking $349,900 CA0185134 CHARMING 5 ACRE PARCEL w/32’x50’ QUONSET Asking $149,900 CA0188718

PRIVATE SETTING – 34.8 ACRES HWY 833!

Asking $499,900 CA0189310

77 acres PASTURE LAND only 15 mins east of Camrose Asking $245,000 CA0179638 134 ACRES 4 MILES FROM CAMROSE! Asking $529,000 CA0174974 Build your dream house on 79 acres of pasture, conservation land Asking $199,000 CA0182715 BEAUTIFUL MATURE TREED YARD only 4 miles from Camrose!

Asking $699,000 CA0174973 79 ACRES … across from Black Nugget Lake Campground Asking $195,000 CA0184756

IMPRESSIVE NEW NORWAY BUNGALOW Asking $259,900 CA0180392

2 FULL LOTS IN OHATON! Asking $299,000 CA0184089 NEW NORWAY …

3-bdrm. bungalow on huge lot.

Asking $107,500 CA0172315

EXC. BUNGALOW ON LARGE LOT IN BAWLF! Asking $264,900 CA0185424 DAYSLAND BUNGALOW Asking $289,000 CA0177058

QUIET HOME IN FERINTOSH Asking $174,900 CA0183577

1885 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW on 11.05 acres Asking $599,000 CA0143322

4-SEASON HOME Little Beaver Lake Estates!

Asking $289,000 CA0181378

TREED LOT IN VILLAGE OF RYLEY Asking $75,900 CA0172223

BE PART OF THE DUCKS UNLIMITED CONSERVATION PROGRAM! Great bldg. site Asking $239,900 CA0181519

Don’t miss the featured Home of the Week on page 31!

GREAT STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME Asking $52,000 CA0168729 HAY LAKES TWO-STOREY Asking $329,500 CA0178513 EDGE OF NEW NORWAY Asking $50,000 CA0183063

BAWLF 4-BDRM. BUNGALOW! Asking $215,000 CA0173229

NEW ADULT COMMUNITY CALL NOW TO VIEW!

IN ONE WORD ~ “WOW”! …

Open House Wed., Mar. 4, 3:30-5 pm 6210-28 Avenue Close Basement & Non-basement models

Asking $529,900 CA0186039

BUSINESS

EXC. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! Growing residential/commercial cleaning business. Call now!

Only 15 min. from Camrose, south side of New Norway, 0.97 acre.

Asking $104,900 CA0168713

A couple more terrific family properties conscientiously designed and carefully built by

2192 sq. ft. walk out 2-storey

NICELY FIN. MOBILE priced to sell!

Asking $46,500 CA0184562

OUT OF TOWN

FARMS WOW! 70.4 ACRES 2 KM NE OF CAMROSE Asking $299,900 CA0188295

MOBILE HOME ON ITS OWN LOT Asking $74,900 CA0172508

1155 SQ. FT. CROWN PLACE CONDO Asking $199,900 CA0184501

WONDERFULLY UPDATED BI-LEVEL Asking $275,000 CA0180315

FOR SALE/LEASE

EXCELLENT, AFFORDABLE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU Asking $147,000 CA0177111

PARK PLACE NORTH W/GARAGE Asking $199,900 CA0185372

TERRIFIC BUNGALOW HOME Asking $329,500 CA0180721

ACREAGES

NO MORE LOT FEES, RENT! Asking $160,000 CA0179908

ENJOY CAREFREE CONDO LIFESTYLE! Asking $204,900 CA0187930

WONDERFUL BUNGALOW – MANY UPDATES! Asking $289,000 CA0185387

Awesome Community ~ Park ~ ~ Lake, Trails ~ ~ Quality ~ ~ Craftsmanship ~ ~ Finished NEW VALLEYVIEW TWO-STOREY! w/elegance ~ • 2064 sq. ft. • By park/playgrounds

VALLEYVIEW SUBDIVISION CONDO Asking $245,000 CA0185709

4 BDRM., 2 BATHS! Asking $295,000 CA0185118

CUL-DE-SAC IN CENTURY MEADOWS! Asking $325,000 CA0186846

WELCOME TO CAMROSE’S NEWEST SUBDIVISION – CASCADES! Starting at $85,900

2435 sq. ft. ZONED C1!

Central Camrose CA0148933

UNIQUE LIVE/ WORK UNIT … in heart of Camrose!

Asking $329,900 CA0184197

NEW BUILD, AWESOME MASTER, BONUS ROOM, TRIPLE GARAGE, COVERED DECK! Asking $459,900 CA0189414

G!

MF CONDO W/OUTDOOR PATIO! Asking $194,000 CA0189029 EASY CONDO LIFESTYLE W/NO MORE MOWING OR SHOVELLING SNOW! Asking $189,000 CA0189285

SOLD

Majestic Two Storey,

by Jubilee and Stoney Creek ParkS Asking $349,900 CA0189331

ONE OF THE NICEST YARDS IN CAMROSE! Asking $460,000 CA0188250

NEW LISTIN

VILLA AT VALLEY RIDGE Asking $307,900 CA0167872

GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT Asking $197,500 CA0184576

SOLD WALKOUT BUNGALOW STYLE DUPLEX Asking $349,900 CA0180068

DUPLEX BUNGALOW IN LA VISTA VILLAS Asking $342,500 CA0180384

RESIDENTIAL LOTS

FOR LEASE

VALLEYVIEW TOWNHOME! 3 BDRM., 4 BATHS Asking $265,000 CA0183554

BI-LEVEL IN CUL-DE-SAC BY PARKS, SCHOOLS! Asking $323,900 CA0174588

SOLD

COUNTRY LIVING IN THE CITY! Asking $527,000 CA0184348

SOLD

PEACEFUL LIFESTYLE, AWESOME LOCATION! Asking $323,900 CA0188381

G! NEW LISTIN New build • Awesome master Bonus room • Triple garage Asking $459,900 CA0189414

1456 sq. ft.

$ 349,900

Book Now!

• Master planned community • Designed for active adults • No condo fees • Community lifestyle

House • Lot • GST

4001-50 Street, Camrose Phone 780.672.5851 www.ipdi.biz

Zero step entry!

1286 sq. ft.