January 26, 2021 Camrose Booster by The Camrose Booster

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Vol. LXIX, No. 9 City Edition – 32 pages Country Edition – 40 pages January 26, 2021

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Inside Seniors’ Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Who Can I Count On? . . . . . . . . 8 Out and About . . . . . . . 12 and 13 City of Camrose . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 On the Road . . . . . . . . . 19 to 21 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 to 26 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . 28 to 30 Central Agencies Realty Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 31 and 32

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News Features Residential, business property values decline in Camrose . . . . . . . . 4 CRE welcomes changes to board . . 6 Just Sayin’. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 and 10 Reflections by Bonnie Hutchinson . 10 Homespun by Laurel Nadon. . . . . . 15 Ask the Chief. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hesje Observatory opens virtually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Hospice collaborating with community partners. . . . . . . . 26

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Students create athletic board By Murray Green

T he Aug usta na Vikings have created a University Athletics Board (UAB). University of Alberta Augustana Campus in Camrose has made Vikings Athletics a group of strong teams that compete in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference, except for this last year when the season was cancelled due to COVID-19. The UAB’s main goal is to enrich the studentathlete experience and athletes supporting athletes. It will act as a liaison between Vikings student-athletes and Vikings Athletics, increasing communication and collaboration. The UAB will look to expand the role of athletes within the Camrose community. Third-year Vikings Nordic sports president and cross-country runner Nathanael Tabert will act as UAB president, as chosen by his fellow board members. Fourth-year Vikings volleyball captain Danielle Brockman will continue her role with the Vikes for Tykes. “Many athletes in the past, and especially this past year, have felt that they were not well informed of or involved in decisions made by Athletics. It has also been difficult for students to make their con-

cerns surrounding these decisions known to Athletics,” said Tabert. “The UAB will help bridge this gap as it puts student-athletes in direct communication with Athletics through student representatives from each program.” The inaugural board will serve for 18 months, except those set to graduate in June 2021, who will be replaced by a new representative from their team. “In addition, the UAB will provide an opportunity to build community across all athletic programs at

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Augustana as they work together to make Augustana Athletics the very best that it can be. Go Vikings,” added Tabert. To encourage growth of the Vikings community, the board will work to help plan Colour Night and other events for student-athletes to connect with others within the Vikings family, while taking on projects that are important to Vikings student-athlete success in all aspects of life. “The establishment of

a board (which is similar to the board for Golden Bears and Pandas Athletics on the University of Alberta’s North Campus) for Augustana student-athletes is another important step in engaging students and giving them an important voice in the future of Vikings Athletics,” said Ian Reade, interim athletic director. “Vikings studentathletes have always been very engaged in faculty and community activities, so it is a natural process to give them a formalized opportunity to engage with faculty leadership on issues specific to athletics.” While Tabert serves as president, the men’s basketball representative is Nathan Bowie, women’s basketball representative is Hannah Mitchell, curling representative is Dustin Rupertus, hockey representative is Jarod Hovde, soccer representative is Cari Kilmartin, men’s volleyball representative is Treyl Ernst, Vikes For Tykes executive and women’s volleyball representative is Danielle Brockman, and a member of cross-country running will be added later with Tabert acting as a temporary representative. T he Aug usta na Vikings has about 130 student-athletes who represent the university in both provincial and national events.

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Residential, business property values decline in Camrose By Murray Green

The City of Camrose presented a proposed assessment roll to reflect the downturn in the economy to City council on Jan. 18. Last fall, the Committee of the Whole council directed administration to proceed with the separation of the assessment and tax notices. This was a departure from the previous process of a combined notice of assessment and taxation. Assessment has made the necessary operational changes to proceed with separate notice even during the COVID-19 pandemic. The assessment notices were sent to all property owners on Jan. 14 of this year. The tax notices will follow in May. “The most significant

challenge in implementing the proposed change is ensuring that property owners of Camrose understand that the change is taking place and the impact that the change has on them as property owners. Extensive efforts were made to provide property owners with the necessary information,” said Travis Lantz, assessment manager. “The assessment values are down for both residential and nonresidential. Probably the noteworthy thing is that the values are down, but not extremely significantly in most cases. Our residential base has shrunk from about $2.7 billion to about $2.4 billion. Our nonresidential base has shrunk from about $622 million to $615 million,” explained

Lantz. “That is a positive change representing limited growth that we are still experiencing. The negative part is declining property values.” Residential is down about one per cent, and nonresidential about one and a quarter per cent across the board. “Not all properties change by the same amount. Single dwelling homes still make up the most housing in Camrose.” The biggest decrease on nonresidential property values came in the hotel/ motel sector. “The business value is closely tied to the property values. The other most decline came in the retail properties,” shared Lantz. “Growth for new construction for the 2020 calendar year was 0.6 per

cent in residential, which is $12 million in activity. On the nonresidential side, we had a 1.07 per cent increase, which is about $7 million in new construction,” added Lantz. Three major commercial projects, NuEdge, Checkpoint and Peavey Mart, made up for most of the new construction. “The good news is that this $19 million of growth should likely fund or even exceed the amount by a little bit. The City hasn’t set the tax rate yet, and the province hasn’t set the linear properties, so that could impact these totals a little bit, but we are fairly confident that we will have enough growth to fund what is in the budget.” Councillor Max Lindstrand asked if the residential tax rate will have

to increase to offset the decline in property values. “To maintain a zero per cent tax increase, with assessments declining, we will have to raise the tax rates by the corresponding amounts, by inverse amounts,” said Lantz. While assessment staff at the City of Camrose will meet with property owners at any time of the year and review assessment information, legislation in Alberta requires a formal 60-day complaint period. The formal complaint period provides property owners the opportunity to have the assessment reviewed by an impartial board if there is disagreement with the assessor as to the property value. This window commences on Jan. 23 and closes on March 23.

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Timik Farms assists Boys, Girls Club By Murray Green

Timik Farms of the Camrose area was one of the $5,000 prize winners from BASF Canada Agricultural Solutions (BASF) and they chose to donate to Camrose Boys and Girls Club. The community challenge selected eight canola growers who won a $5,000 donation in their name to local organization of their choosing. BASF gave back to communities across Western Canada this past holiday season with a combined $40,000 donation made on behalf of growers to eight local organizations. The donation is part of BASF’s Community Challenge, an initiative that encouraged growers to share their experiences of growing canola in 2020 for the chance to win the donation. “We wanted to find a way to recognize the significant contributions of

farmers across the country who work tirelessly to support Canada’s agriculture sector,” said Brent Collins, head of canola seeds, North America, BASF. “At BASF, we understand the deep connections farmers share with their communities, so in recognition of their hard work and resiliency, we are investing back into their local communities and the causes that matter most to them as a way to say thank you. Through the community challenge, we look forward to seeing these farming communities continue to grow and thrive.” The challenge, which ran last fall, generated entries from growers across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, Western Canada’s prime canolagrowing region. Eight winning recipients were selected by random draw, one from each canola-growing region. In our region, Timik

Farms, the Rod Ross family farm, chose the Camrose Boys and Girls Club for their donation. Funding received through the program will support the organizations in continuing to provide important services and resources to their citizens, from critical emergency services to recreational clubs, which foster belonging among youth. The community challenge is one of BASF’s 2020 corporate giving programs which combined, saw more than $500,000 provided to support communities where BASF employees and customers live and work. In another local region, winner DMG Grain Farms of the Holden area, selected the Holden Agricultural Society for their donation. For more information on BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada, visit www.agro.basf.ca.

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THE FINE PRINT: We welcome letters that are of public interest, are fact based and represent logical attempts to make a constructive contribution to public discourse. We reserve the right to edit letters for clarity, legality, good taste and to fit available space. Letters that contain personal attacks or abuse and insults will be edited or rejected entirely. Letters to third parties are not accepted. Please limit your letters to 400 words and sign with your first name, initial, surname, address and phone number; only the name of the writer and city or town will be published. We thank you for your interest in this feature and encourage your comments. Freedom for security

I believe it was it was Benjamin Franklin who said, “Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” I’m not sure I totally agree with the last part of his quote, but I do agree that it is extremely unwise to trade our freedom for security. In “Just Sayin’”, in the Dec. 29th issue of The Camrose Booster, I appreciated what Bryan Hookenson had to say in his letter, “Stole Christmas”, and I encourage everyone to read it. I agree 100 per cent with him. I applaud him for speaking the truth. And I hear countless people, including myself, voicing the same opinions as this man. So now I ask everyone, what are we going to do about this? Are we going to stand together and say “enough”, or are we going to silently let these restrictions and lockdowns continue? It causes me to constantly read our Charter of Rights and Freedoms. That is what we stand on, and no one can take that away from us, no matter how intimidating they try to be. To back us up and reinforce our knowledge of our rights and freedoms, Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (jccf.ca) out of Calgary, work tirelessly and pro bono for our rights and freedoms. Thank God for those amazing men and women. One thing they encourage us to do is to email our government officials constantly, overwhelming them with our emails, telling them we want these restrictions and lockdowns to stop. We now have an obligation to fight for our freedoms within our own country, for those who fought for our freedoms in another country. Let us all stand together as Albertans to help make Canada the True North, Strong and Free we are supposed to be. We are Alberta. We are the West. We are Free. Amie N. Kozmeniuk, Camrose Drama continues

The COVID-19 drama continues on and on, flowing right into 2021. The numbers in Quebec and Ontario are climbing higher and higher. Now there seems to be a complete lockdown, with people required to be

at home at a certain time. Here in our community, our numbers are at an acceptable rate. For most of us who have been obeying all of recommendations by our government, there is only one question on most of our minds. When will this all end? This seems to be the nightmare which never has an ending. Most of us did not have a normal Christmas. We were all looking forward to Jan. 11 when the restaurants were all going to reopen for indoor dining. Now this will not happen until Jan. 21. Now, please do not get me wrong; this is a very serious disease. We all need to do our part to stop this virus from spreading. I just wonder, will there be an end to this nightmare or will this be the new norm? Lorne Vanderwoude, Camrose Right thing

Thank you to our friends and family and all residents who showed a conscience and did the right thing by staying home this Christmas. We were supposed to have 12 at our place, but scaled it back to just the two of us. Our parents, brother and family, and daughter all cancelled flights from BC. They stayed home to flatten the curve. Same with our kids who live in Edmonton. We missed being together this year, but we did this because it was the right thing to do. For all of us, it meant we couldn’t be close to many of our loved ones during a special time of the year. You showed a conscience and did your part to flatten the curve. You also showed more leadership than many of our Elected Officials, who chose to ignore the advice to avoid nonessential travel, advice from Dr. Hinshaw and the provincial government. Albertans deserve and expect better from those in leadership roles. Thank you for doing your part during this pandemic. Kevin Smook, Beaver County Many changes

What a difference a year makes. A little while ago, I was at a local bank and noted how much things have changed in a year. A year ago, if I had worn a mask and walked into that same bank, all the tellers would have been hiding under their desks and pushing silent alarms, and police cars would be arriving in

droves. Now, no mask gets a police response. After having been the victim in an armed bank robbery, I look at it completely different than most. When I see masks on people in a bank, it gives me the complete opposite feeling to that of security. A year ago, if you approached a playground with a mask on, you would have been on your way to jail. Now, if you show up without a mask, you are the criminal. Other changes include: The professional sports heroes now feel that they have been so badly done by their countries that they no longer wish to stand for the National Anthem, they would rather kneel. I find it hard to sympathize with a person making millions of dollars playing a game that kids play for nothing, objecting to honouring the flag and nation that has allowed them the privilege of making stacks of money for playing a game. Let us be perfectly clear here, your feelings about a government or its leaders have nothing to do with your love of country. If it did, I would not be standing for our national anthem either, but it’s not about the drama coach and lifeguard leading Canada, it is about our country. It was so nice to watch the junior hockey players stand and face their countries’ flags, shed tears of joy and those of sorrow without taking a knee or being paid a cent, just for the love of country and the sport. I will not be buying tickets, hats, and other team paraphernalia, and I am disconnecting my sports packages; these professional prima donnas deserve nothing in the way of respect. In fact, why don’t they move to China or some third world county and see how much their skills are appreciated and paid for there? In conclusion, let’s try and remember that although we feel that government is our savior financially, it is not. Governments do not create wealth; they only spend it. Someone must create the wealth, and we are going to have a heck of a time creating wealth hiding in our homes with masks on forever. Bryan Hookenson, Kingman

CRE welcomes changes to board By Lori Larsen

The Camrose Regional Exhibition (CRE) recently announced changes to the positions CRE Executive Committee (board of directors) beginning with the newly appointed president Brent Byers who was currently serving as vice-president. Past president Mark Schneider will be stepping into the position of vicepresident. Other positions consist of secretary, Sandy Scott and treasurer, Jake Vermeer. Schneider commented on his time as president with the CRE. “It was my honour to serve as president for the past three years at CRE. “CRE went through a great deal of transition during this period and many challenges and I believe we have the solid foundation for growth forward. I look forward to being involved in some level with CRE for many years.” New president Brent Byers remarked. “I am excited for the opportunity to serve the Board as it’s president and thank the board for this opportunity.”

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Byers is no stranger to the workings of the CRE, as a member of the board in his fourth year. “I have been involved with the CRE since the mid eighties with the team roping club and I belonged to holding jackpots out at the CRE. “In the early days, Gord Porteous and Larry Werner were the heart of what would become the CRE. While the building was present, their office was still in the Drill Hall at the old Fairgrounds in Camrose.” Byers attended the University of Alberta in the fall of 1986, cutting his academic career short when he started riding bulls with the University Rodeo Club. “In the spring of 1987, I was involved with bringing the Edmonton Intercollegiate Rodeo Association to the CRE for two consecutive years. “This ultimately led to the organization of the Pro Rodeo Committee in the summer of 1988 which I

became a member of and remained with for the next 26 years.” Of those 26 years Byers was chairman for seven, so there is no doubt where his passion lies. “My involvement with the CRE has been lifelong and over that time I realized the great importance of an agricultural society and the CRE as a community hub where people can get together and share experiences,” he said noting that long before the days of social media, the events occurring at the CRE were the social aspect in many peoples lives. “A chance to gather with like minded neighbours and enjoy not only the event but the public interaction as well.” This strong connection Byers shares with the CRE and the agriculture industry fuels his belief that the CRE needs to continue to fill this important niche in the communities it serves and keep people connected, informed and entertained. “Going forward, the goal of the board is to keep the CRE viable and accessible to any and all who need a place to gather and share,” remarked Byers. “This includes not only physical events and experiences on site but also virtual sharing of information with podcasts, video and other platforms to reach target groups. The spectrum is broad, from gardening enthusiasts, livestock shows and sales, tourism aspects and conferences and more. The only limit is the imagination.” Like many organizations waiting in limbo during the COVID-19 pandemic the CRE is currently closed due to COVID regulations. “The longer this hold persists the more difficult things become with going forward and being viable. That said, we do have a fantastic team ready to be turned loose once the restrictions are lifted. I for one am very enthusiastic to see what this team can do going forward. We have the team, we need the season to start.” Byers went on to say that he believes the CRE has the right people, in the right chairs to really capitalize and return to the hub of activity for Camrose when allowed to do so. When restrictions are changed or removed the CRE board and staff will be ready to get things humming again and continue offering the many services and events it has come to be recognized for in and around Camrose. Currently the CRE is offering MeatNanza Draw tickets. To purchase tickets telephone 780-672-3640.

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The Camrose Branch of the Alberta Genealogy Society continues to keep the hands of history ticking every third Wednesday of the month, from 6 until 8 p.m. through Zoom meetings. “We miss face-to-face meetings, but we figure this is going to continue for at least a few more months,” noted Camrose Genealogy Branch co-president Janine Carroll. “When the weather is better and when the guidelines change to allow it, we’ll try some out-of-doors meetings where we can distance.” Aside from the monthly meetings where members share ideas, the Branch also has two Special Interest Groups (SIGs) that include: Writing Family History which runs every Monday morning at 10 a.m. via Zoom; and Organizing your Research, which is in the midst of a time change to run every first Wednesday at 10 a.m. via Zoom, with the next meeting scheduled for Feb. 3. “Attending the SIGs is a benefit of membership, but we are very happy to welcome nonmembers so they can see if it is a fit for them,” explained Carroll. In this particularly challenging time in history, many groups and clubs have been forced to think outside the box, and genealogists,

specifically the Camrose Branch, have found this to be a great time to explore this very interesting hobby, which is conducive to online research. “There is so much information available online.” The Branch is also going to be hosting an upcoming event, Why Family Historians Should Be Members of the Alberta Genealogical Society. The event will be held through a Zoom meeting, and is open to all communi-

ty members to register and attend. “We will be talking about the benefits of membership in the AGS and what we have to offer people at our Branch level,” said Carroll. “We are also going to roll out a peer mentorship program. We’ve always wanted to do this at the Library, but it never got out of the planning stage. What we now propose is that members of the community can book a 30-minute one-on-one session with one of our more experienced

members to either help get them started, point them in a direction which could help them, or help them get past a brick wall.” The mentorship program is not intended to do other’s research for them, but provide them with the assistance to get them started, and interest them in joining the Genealogy Society.

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50 Years Ago This Week – from Jan. 26, 1971 edition • To celebrate their first anniversary, Texaco was giving away free tanks of gas to anyone who’s pump clicked off in identical even numbers (eg. $4.44). • The North Am International Race and Shrine International North Am Race were called the world’s richest snowmobile races with prize money of up to $70,000 and were being held in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. • Simpson Sears Camrose was holding a big 3-day pre-inventory sale. • Newly elected Camrose Toastmaster’s President Les Brager, accepted the Camrose Club gavel from retiring president Ralph Rud. • SAAN’s Sale of Sales included dress shirts, cardigans, and jackets. Each item was under $3.49.

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Grateful for our health system

I’m old enough to remember when “health care insurance” became a public service in Alberta. I remember raging controversy about whether that was a good idea. Some people were concerned about “socialism” (a dirty word in Alberta) or “nannystate” or that governments might override the judgment of medical professionals. At various times since then, I’ve appreciated that when any one of us becomes ill, medical care is available to us, mostly without creating a financial crisis for the individual or the family. As someone who has seldom faced medical challenges, I didn’t realize what a source of security that is. However, In the past year and a half, I’ve stopped taking that blessing for granted. It got personal. Last year, one of my descendants had a mysterious chronic condition that was hard to diagnose. She had access to a variety of tests (“every test known to man,” she said). Medical experts were eventually able to identify the problem. Yes, it’s chronic and yes, it’s something she’ll likely need to manage for the rest of her life. But at that time and now, she has access to all the medical expertise and diagnostic facilities that are needed. ***

A few days before Christmas, my youngest descendant was rushed in an ambulance to an Edmonton hospital. Over the next several days, hooked up to many tubes, his life was saved. Our family learned that a clinic attached to the hospital is world-renowned for its expertise related to his medical condition. He was released from the big-city hospital on Christmas Eve. Back in Camrose, a nurse came to his home– on Christmas Eve–to make sure everything was okay. More recently, in my annual physical checkup, my physician spotted a potential problem and ordered some tests. Those tests led to other tests–booked within just a few days and free of charge–that identified what could be a life-threatening condition. Follow up treatment is in the works. All this during a pandemic! Again, the medical expertise and facilities are available without direct financial cost to me. ***

Because I have friends in the U.S., I’m keenly aware that their reality is different. Once when I was in the U.S. and a friend became violently ill, I was one of the people who accompanied her to the nearest hospital. I was shocked that the first question anyone asked was how she would pay the cost of whatever treatment might be required. Fortunately for her, she had private health care insurance. As near as I could tell, if she hadn’t been able to prove she could pay, she might not have received treatment. She might have been turned away. That experience was before Obamacare, so the situation may be somewhat different now. It did bring into sharp focus how fortunate we are. I know our health care is not “free”. It’s paid for by a significant chunk of our taxes. At various times over the years. It’s not perfect. I’ve made the odd caustic remark about how a specific health practitioner performed some function. I’ve been appalled by “two-tier health care”. A few years ago, a friend was told she could wait eight months for a diagnostic test OR, for $800, she could get the test within a few days. I’ve thought that the cost of certain prescription drugs, and dental and vision care, ought to be covered by public health care rather than require private insurance. Quibbles. When members of our family have required medical care, we have sometimes been stressed out about their medical condition. Never once did we also have to worry about the direct cost of their care creating a devastating financial blow to the family. “Cha-ching!” was never one of the concerns. I am profoundly grateful. ***

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Being the Third Best Independent Newspaper in North America is an outstanding accomplishment! Kudos to The Camrose Booster staff/crew who so diligently creates this paper every week. You do Camrose proud! Congratulations on being recognized for this accomplishment. Your readers are so grateful to you for keeping us informed and up to date regarding all that transpires in our community and Alberta in general. You have focused on community interests (e.g. antique/old automobiles), and raised awareness regarding community needs (e.g. County/ City fire, recreation and recycling costs), providing details your readers need to use when making decisions. You have also covered political nuances, zeroing in on what needs to be said with tactful confidence and verbal poise. The detailed article on fitness served as a reminder to get me moving again. I first met Connie in the Bethany warm pool exercise classes. The article, with its clear 15-point “Tips to get there” (and the clincher, “never give up!”) made me dig out my exercise sheets, my mat, the big ball and my walking poles, again, and renewed my resolve to try to get moving. We don’t know who to thank for the Booster Banter, but we thank them for infusing a little levity into a rather grim COVID-19 existence. Know that we have shared some of those chuckles with Edmontonians and a shut-in octogenarian UK friend. The Booster is so relevant to many aspects of our lives. For this, and much more, we thank you! Marion and Bill Leithead, Bawlf Punching bag Our MLA Jackie Lovely must be feeling like a piñata or a punching bag these days, as a small but very vocal and never happy group of NDP supporters constantly attack her in print when they’re not “busy” marching around in front of her office or trying to harass her on the telephone. Now I’m

sure Ms. Lovely realizes that she is “fair game” as an elected representative, but that doesn’t likely make it any easier. Apparently, these people object to being referred to as “socialists” even though that is the commonly accepted term for those who believe government spending is the only solution to society’s problems. Has it now become a dirty word? Our provincial government has the very difficult task of trying to help our economy survive, as well as protect our health during the worst pandemic of our lifetime, and do it without laying an insufferable burden of debt on future generations. This is not an easy task. It would be much easier to take the NDP (and federal Liberal) approach of just spending enormous amounts of money with little or no accountability and letting the chips fall where they may. One of the recurring complaints seems to be the “massive cuts” to government funding, in particular, post-secondary education. While it is unfortunate anytime jobs are lost, the fact is the impact of the pandemic and economic downturn has been far more devastating to the private sector. Small business owners and employees have real “survival” concerns, but they are not the ones hounding their MLA. Larry Lewsaw, Camrose Pipelines The cancellation of the TC XL pipeline was not inevitable, but a fair bet for anyone paying attention. Jason Kenny risked dumping $1.5 billion into XL and providing another $6 billion in loan guarantees on what many anticipated would become a white elephant. Add into the mix the $1.3 billion in losses when he nixed the oil-by-rail program with his incompetent and myopic push to bring back Alberta oil’s glory days, he has cost Albertans dearly. Now he is falling back on an easy and familiar target, the federal government. Somehow, they didn’t do enough to compel the new president to ignore America’s own Paris commitments. What could Alberta have done with the

$8.8 billion? According to the Canadian Geothermal Energy Association, the technical potential of generating electricity from deep well geothermal in Alberta is 555,800 MW. The theoretical potential, that is drilling deeper and working to mature the technology, is almost 8.2 TW. Deep well geothermal uses exactly the same technology we use to drill oil wells. It uses the same personnel, engineering, drillers, suppliers and down hole tooling. One pilot in southern Saskatchewan has cost $10 million to produce the needed heat. These geothermal installations have a generating capacity of five to 20 MW. Camrose uses close to 20 MW of electricity. The estimated employment requirement is about four FTE per MW to operate each plant. Once upon a time in Alberta, a man named Lougheed had a vision for something called the Alberta Tar Sands. He was told that it was not economically viable, but he committed Alberta to research and develop the technology needed to make what was to become the economic lifeblood of Alberta a reality. In Alberta, we have thousands of orphan wells. Potentially, we could be providing cities and towns with renewable, carbon-free electricity. We could easily become a net exporter of power. The big question is, with low oil prices, increasing GHG emissions, rising unemployment and an expert, ready-made work force, why are we not fully embracing the ultimate potential of deep well geothermal? We could be a world leader in geothermal generation, an exporter of green electricity, we could meet our Paris commitments and beyond, and Kenny could leave a legacy that would give our children a livable planet. But I guess it’s easier and more in character to pick fights with the feds. Tim Belec, Camrose

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Repeat offender caught in Camrose By Lori Larsen

Camrose Police Service were successful, with the assistance of RCMP and the public, in arresting and ultimately charging a repeat offender. The 46-year-old male has an extensive criminal record throughout central Alberta and British Columbia, starting in the early 1990s, involving Break and Enters, Thefts and Possession of Weapons. On Jan. 6 at 9:30 p.m., CPS was advised by the RCMP that a white Dodge Ram had fled a traffic stop north on Highway 833, and was last seen traveling towards Camrose. As police were searching for the vehicle, a Camrose resident advised CPS that someone had parked a white truck in their driveway. Police checks confirmed that the suspect truck had been stolen out of Tofield and displayed a license plate stolen from Edmonton. Police seized the vehicle and were able to secure evidence possibly identifying the suspect. Throughout the night, CPS members continued their search for the suspect, who the RCMP described as wearing black pants, a red plaid jacket and a grey beanie hat. At 7:30 a.m., a CP Rail employee contacted CPS advising that the CP Rail office had been broken into and a backpack, several tools and computers were missing. At the time, it was believed that the company Ford F250 was also missing. When the vehicle was confirmed stolen, it was GPS located, parked east of Camrose at Range Road 195 and Township Road 462. Multiple officers attended the location, where a lone occupant appeared to

be sleeping in the driver’s seat. Members surrounded the vehicle and when police abruptly opened the driver’s door, the startled suspect attempted to shift the transmission into drive. Police were able to successfully pull the male out of the vehicle and onto the ground, where he was arrested. As police continued their investigation, additional complaints from the community were received. A Break and Enter to a school, two attempted vehicle thefts from residences, and another attempted vehicle theft from a business all contained evidence that linked the occurrences to the same suspect. The 46-year-old suspect, who was recently released from jail in relation to other similar convictions, has now been charged with 14 additional Criminal Code offences and two Traffic Safety Act violations for his crime spree within Camrose. The accused appeared before a Justice of the Peace, and his bail was set to $500. Unable to source the funds, the accused was remanded into custody, and will be required to appear in Camrose Provincial Court on Wednesday, Jan. 20. “Once again, this is another investigation that was aided by people in our community who contacted police with information,” noted Camrose Police Service Crime Prevention and Community Relations officer Constable Kelly Bauer. “Each scene contained evidence which police could use to link together crime scenes. Sometimes it can be the smallest piece of evidence that can be used to solve a crime. Tools stolen from one incident were located at another.” Bauer added that video

surveillance was used at neighboring homes and businesses, tracking the suspect as he continued on his path of criminal activity. “It was an excellent example of how police and the community can work together to ensure that this individual is held accountable for his actions.”

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Darlene is searching for assistance. “I’m looking for people to donate funds to help get the museum started and for renovations. When I went to Italy, I loved the work of the ceilings in the Sistine Chapel. I’m looking for a business to supply local artists to paint murals on the ceilings.” She also has plans for a rose garden outside of her place. Darlene is also looking into using the empty lot beside her as a garden to tribute Diana as well, depending on if she has the support from the Village of Bawlf. “It’s a dream for me and I’m getting older, so I need some help to make my dream to come true. I will take large or small donations, which are badly needed.” Darlene is searching for painters, plumbers, heating specialists, drywallers and cabinet makers for the teahouse and museum who will donate their time. She also needs people who embroider. “I want to leave everything to Bawlf when I pass and give this to the community.” Darlene is looking for people to create menus for printing and nice signage. “With COVID-19, it has been difficult to get started. I can do some of the work myself. If people want to donate, they can do it at the CIBC bank under the registered name. I don’t want the funds coming directly to me.” Her museum will be called Leeann’s Tea House and Berg’s Museum. She is trying to get everything in place for a late summer launch. She also plans to have a tea leaf reader and live music when the museum opens. For more information, to volunteer or donate, call Darlene at 780-288-5400.

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Several years ago, Darlene Berg purchased land and a house in Bawlf to enjoy the quiet community near Camrose. “My place is right on Main Street with a storefront and living quarters in the back. It was a restaurant (Red Roof) and I operated that for awhile until my daughter got very sick. I had to close the restaurant to help her. This was six or seven years ago,” explained Darlene. “I started renovations in the back to my place, but never got around to finishing it. I was just too busy. Over the last 40 years, I collected teapots of people and places that I traveled. Now I have more than 300 teapots in various sizes. One of the teapots was featured in the National Geographic magazine,” shared Darlene. “I also liked Lady Diana for all of the things she did for women and accomplished. So I bought one doll. And that carried into other things like jewellery and teddy bears. The teddy bears are replicas of ones that William and Harry had when they were younger.” She estimates her collection of Diana memorabilia at $20,000 and her teapot collec-

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The City of Camrose is ready to proceed to the next stage of replacing the waste water treatment plant. “We are nearing the end of detailed engineering design, we have provided feedback to our consultants on the 90 per cent drawings, and we expect to have the final drawings by the end of the month,” said Jeremy Enarson, city director of engineering. The City hopes to put the Request For Proposals (RFP) out in early February, so not only can they look at the financial side, but also some key nonfinancial items they want to consider. “The most important on that side is how is the general contractor going to work side-by-side with our operations staff to make sure they can continue to make upgrades while we continue to meet regulatory requirements in our level of treatment in our discharge. We hope to select a general contractor by April,” explained Enarson. Currently, the plant is budgeted at $42.2 million (down from $43.3 million due to scope changes), plus $3.5 million in costs for over-excavation of clay

for future landfill projects ($4 million paid by the landfill). “We are looking at construction of the WWTP in early May. It will be roughly two years of construction, followed by the City taking over full operations towards the end of 2023,” projected Enarson. “We have been in close contact with the province and the federal government on the environmental side of things. We are providing them with line drawings. We are waiting for the green light for construction.” Funding for the treatment plant has been collected for a few years. “This is a utility cost, and back six or seven years ago, the City of Camrose had some foresight to raise rates on the waste water in order to start building up a reserve,” said Travis Bouck, manager of financial services. “We believe that with the increase in 2020 and 2021, we can fund the initial purchase and debenture payments with respect to this project without having to raise rates any further. I think it is a perfect example of long range planning that the City started.”

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New role models

My 11-year-old daughter recently came home from school where they had been discussing moments in history that they would like to go back and witness. A classmate had written about the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. My daughter, in a slightly accusing tone as if I had been withholding information from her, said, “You didn’t tell me about 9-11!” Thousands of people dying in one day isn’t something that comes up in our everyday conversations, I suppose. It led to a whole discussion about what I was doing when I heard about the terrorist attacks. We had gotten married just three weeks before, and I was in our basement suite in Calgary when I saw the news on TV as I headed off to journalism classes. My instructor told us that this was history happening; televisions were rolled into the hallways, and we spent our class time that day watching the news unfold. My daughter and I started talking about other moments in history that maybe she hadn’t heard about: John Lennon’s murder; John F. Kennedy’s assassination; Neil Armstrong being the first person to walk on the moon. The recent U.S. inauguration of Joe Biden and his government may also become a big event in history, with Kamala Harris being the first woman–and the first woman of African-American and Indian-American descent–to be sworn in as vice president. My cousin noted that she felt emotional watching the U.S. inauguration and felt grateful to have another strong woman for her daughters to watch make change in this crazy world. Nothing says “girls can do anything” quite like this. I read more about Biden and the losses he has suffered. I remembered hearing about his son Beau dying six years ago from brain cancer, but I didn’t realize that his first wife and one-year-old daughter were killed and both sons seriously injured in a car accident on the way home from Christmas shopping in 1972. Biden is known for connecting deeply with people who have suffered terrible losses. It was interesting to read about all of the performers, parade, and three past presidents attending the ceremony; I didn’t realize it was such a major event. Donald Trump was notably missing; it is traditional for the outgoing president to attend the ceremony to show a peaceful transition in a democracy, though he isn’t the first not to attend. We play a lot of board games in our house, and I can’t imagine if one of us refused to admit defeat for months afterwards. Extreme awkwardness. My daughter received a new book this Christmas titled Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo. I was surprised to discover that it contained illustrations and stories of women throughout history who have made big changes. I flipped to the story of Rosa Parks, an activist who was arrested for not giving up her seat on a bus so that a white person could sit down. Her friends, and then every black person in the city, boycotted buses until the law was changed. The boycott lasted for 381 days until bus segregation was declared unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court. As we read this, I realized that my daughter had never before heard of segregation. These are turbulent times, and I really embrace the idea of showing our children and youth these types of role models who have changed the world around them. Maya Angelou read a poem at the 1993 inauguration ceremony of Bill Clinton and, sure enough, she was in my daughter’s book as well. She was known for reminding the world that everyone, black or white, male or female, has equal rights. She said, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humour and some style.” The world is ready for new role models.

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(Section 311[1] of the Municipal Government Act) TAKE notice that the 2021 Property Assessment Notices were mailed to assessed owners on January 14, 2021. Pursuant to Section 311 (2) of the Municipal Government Act RSA 2000, c. M-26 all assessed owners are deemed to have received their Assessment Notices as a result of this publication. If you have not received a notice for your property please contact the Assessment Department. Assessment Inquiries: Assessment Department City of Camrose 5204-50 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 Phone: 780-678-3032 Fax: 780-672-2469 Email: assessment@camrose.ca Travis Lantz, AMAA, Manager of Assessment SPECIAL NOTICE The City of Camrose has separated the Assessment and Tax notices in 2021. The notice contains assessment information only. A separate taxation notice will be sent in May. The opportunity to review and if necessary file a complaint against your assessment has commenced now and ends on March 23.

CITY OF CAMROSE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA SECTIONS 251 AND 258 – THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Camrose, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to Borrowing Bylaw 3151-20 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the said City of Camrose to borrow monies from the Local Authorities Capital Financing Program or another authorized financial institution by way of debenture issues, to pay for the cost of financing the following project: Bylaw 3151-20 – Asphalt Paving – 48 Avenue South Service Road from 39 Street to Highway 26 The total estimated cost of the aforesaid project is $490,000 per the amounts outlined below: Benefiting Owners (Financed by Debenture - 10 years) . . . . . . . . . . Municipality at Large (financed from Reserves) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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 a debenture is $29,511. The debenture is repayable to the Local Authorities Capital Financing Program or another authorized financial institution for a period of 10 years, the annual interest rate is not to exceed 8.0%, or the interest rate as fixed from time to time by the Local Authorities Capital Financing Program or another authorized financial institution. 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 bylaw. All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly. The bylaw may be inspected at the office of the Deputy City Manager. Dated at the City of Camrose, in the Province of Alberta this 22 day of January, 2021. The last date of publication of this notice is February 2, 2021. 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.)

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Fostering four-legged friends with a goal of looking out for the well-being of share of the rather unique breed, but they also Twylene and Pete Hicks are two of many homeless animals. fostered any dog that was in need. Eventually, people who feel huge tugs at the heartstrings Twylene explained that organizations with Twylene’s allergies became so bad the couple when it comes to four-legged companions, espe- foster programs provide all the medical care resorted to the shih tzu breed. “They don’t cially the ones that are in need of a place to and food. “Anybody thinking about fostering, if shed, so they are perfect.” feel safe. they are worried about cost, there is none. All The Hicks’ home presently has three fourThe couple have been fostering dogs and they (the organizations) want is a safe place for legged permanent family members. The first puppies for 26 years. Over that time, they these dogs to get to know what it is like to be they acquired from their granddaughter, one have had 27 fosters, four adoptions and three a dog.” they adopted. “We got a dog for our dog,” laughed “foster-wins”–dogs that found their Pete. And one they adopted from forever home with the Hicks themAARCS. selves. More often than not, they “We have always had dogs,” take in the dogs that require a litsaid Twylene. “The first dog we tle extra care, patience and attenhad (as a couple) was when we first tion. Twylene did say that those got married 35 years ago.” Both types of dogs are rare, and that Twylene and Pete grew up with most dogs taken in just require dogs and have always loved them a little time to socialize. “Many as part of their lives. In fact, both people want a puppy,” commented confess they could not imagine a Twylene. “We told the refuge that home without a dog. we have worked with dogs that However, fostering dogs never are older and have maybe had a really crossed their minds until bad experience or need a little they came in contact with a lady extra help. We do well with reharunning a Basset Hound rescue bilitating them.” out of Ryley. “I contacted her about For the Hicks, the rewards a dog I had rescued needing a come when the dog comes to the home,” said Twylene. At that point, realization that hands are not the Hicks were asked if they would meant to hurt, and a home can be consider fostering dogs, specifia safe and loving place. cally the particular dog they had “I don’t think there is anycalled about. thing more enjoyable then going And so began their long and from a scared-eyed little dog to endearing journey of fostering. As seeing a three-dog rodeo in the for the first lucky dog they rescued, front yard,” laughed Pete. “To it remained with the Hicks. me, that is better than most any“That has happened over the Submitted thing.” years,” explained Twylene. “We The Hicks “Boasting Board” of dogs they have fostered over 26 years. In an effort to ensure the dogs have had five what we call ‘foster experience a comfortable transition, Twylene The Hicks have also worked with the Alberfails’, some people call them ‘foster wins’–a dog ta SNAP (Spay Neuter Assistance Program) and Pete established their own set of rules you foster ends up staying forever.” when it comes to taking in foster dogs. “No loud out of Calgary. Fostering process “When the SNAP program goes out, they noises, no quick moves and no eye contact until Over the years of fostering, the Hicks have will contact AARCS and other larger agencies they (the dog) make eye contact, and that has been working with a few different rescue agencies including the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew that can handle the intake versus some of the worked out well for us.” But they admit, it is different for every Society (AARCS), an animal welfare federally smaller shelters that don’t have the facilities registered charity society based out of Calgary or services to take on too many. That is why foster home, and that everybody has their own fostering is so important, because there are not reason for fostering. “There are so many stories with a facility in Edmonton. from people about why they do it and why they They first learned of AARCS through enough shelters,” explained Twylene. continue to do it. The reasons are as diverse as A dog’s life Susan Hertel, animal rescuer extraordinaire Currently, there are no foster dogs in the people themselves,” said Twylene. and president of the Camrose and Area Animal The one outstanding commonality is the the Hick’s home, but that is not to say it will Shelter Society. “Susan has probably taken care of over 200 remain that way. This incredibly kind and com- desire to give these dogs a safe place to learn how to be a dog. “There are so many dogs out dogs over the years, and that does not include passionate couple have plenty of love to give. Their fostering began with Basset Hounds there waiting for a safe place. There’s no such cats,” said Twylene, recognizing Susan’s unfaland, over the years, they have helped their thing as a bad dog, just bad owners.” tering dedication to the well-being of animals. One might think that fostering may be “AARCS is very involved with SPCA. We got involved difficult, having to give up the dogs that you with AARCS because it realhave put so much time and love into, but prior ly supports the foster homes. to adoption, perspective adoptees, including all They are available 24/7 family members and other dogs in the family, and have so many resourchave to come meet the dog to determine if they es available to help foster will all mesh. “With AARCS, we get the final homes.” say as to who gets to adopt,” said Twylene. “And Twylene noted that we have been lucky, with about 90 per cent of when they first started with the people to whom we adopt out staying in AARCS, the organization touch. We might get a little yearly update or had approximately 300 fosevery couple of months for the first little while. ter homes. “Now they have That way, we get to know the dogs are doing doubled, if not tripled that. well, how they have blossomed and come out of They have grown so much their shell, and are being loved.” that they actually raise Pete also explained that the setup for fosfunds for their own animal tering is really not that extensive. “A fenced hospital in Calgary with an backyard obviously–carpet is frowned upon– on-staff vet.” hardwood floor or an exercise area to keep them She said that AARCS confined until they learn what they are suphas two safe haven facilities, posed to do.” one in Calgary, and now one Pete added that sometimes you meet up in Edmonton. with dogs that have had bad experiences. Then “They rescue from a there are the other ones that don’t have any variety of areas across the experience at all. “They are both equally chalprovince, as well as areas lenging, because you want to show them the in Saskatchewan and Maniright thing to do, like the backyard is for pooptoba, but much of their effort ing, hands don’t hurt, and if they need a job, is focused in northern parts then coordinate it for them.” of Alberta where there is not With each foster dog, bios and behavior a lot of rescue and vet care.” reports are completed in order to document the While the Hicks do the particular personality traits of the dog, and majority of their fostering how it is progressing in the home. work with AARCS, they Twylene and Pete recalled one particular agreed that there are othdog they fostered named Bonnie, a black and er wonderful organizations Submitted white Border Collie cross. throughout the province Christine-Mable, one of the Hicks many lucky foster pups. 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“We have toy box for dogs, and when I would get home from work, Bonnie would have every toy spread out in the backyard,” said Pete. “She would lay on the loveseat and watch me go out and pick them up and put them back in the toy box and as soon as I sat down, she would give me a look and walk over to the toy box and start doing it all over again.” “When she came into this house, it was incredibly apparent that she was highly intelligent and needed to have a job,” added Twylene. “We mentioned that to the adoption coordinators and said this girl needs a job. We think she would be really well suited as an emotional support dog, she was so responsive, so gentle and so smart.” Twylene and Pete were happy to report that Bonnie was adopted by a couple in Calgary. The lady was the head of a group that worked with emotionally and sexually abused teenagers. “They wanted an emotional support dog they could train, so adopted this girl and put her into the course.” Pete beamed, “As far as we know, she is doing very well. We knew she went to where she was wanted, needed and doing what she was meant to do.”

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and Pete agreed they hope the people wanting to adopt realize it is a commitment for a long time and not a decision to be made hastily. “When the pandemic settles down and people get back to going and doing wherever they go, the dog goes with,” stated Pete. Since retiring from the working world, Pete admits that it has been a whole lot easier on the dogs and on him. “We can rattle the car keys right now and every-

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body (dogs) are like, ‘We’re going for a ride.’” Some might think people like Twylene and Pete are heroes, but in their minds, the dogs are the real heroes. “They come here and get their jam back.” The couple’s biggest hope is that anyone who may have even considered fostering dogs to check into it, or anyone considering adopting a dog, to try fostering first to see if it is the right fit. “If it does fit, believe me, it can be habit forming,” laughed Pete. “Yep, we are hooked on

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Essex was designed to be a family car By Murray Green

Brian Manning owns a rare 1928 Essex Super Six coupe with a rumble seat. “An Essex is a rare car to own now and was a subsidiary of Hudson. There are less then two dozen of these 1928 models left that are documented. I have it running now, just got all of the bugs out of it (prior to COVID-19). I’m not going to sell it for awhile, I want to enjoy it,” said Brian, who is a curator at Reynolds-Alberta Museum in Wetaskiwin. The Essex was a brand of automobile produced by the Essex Motor Company between 1918 and 1922, and later by the Hudson Motor Car Company of Detroit, Michigan between 1922 and 1933. “I am a member of the Pioneer Acres Museum in Irricana, and one of the members had a huge collection of everything. He passed away and left everything to Pioneer Acres. What the museum didn’t need or want was to be auctioned off and the proceeds were to go to the museum as well,” explained Brian. “This car went to the auction, so I bought it at the sale for $500. It took 14 years to restore, and this is a Series 1, meaning it was built in the first half of the year. Actually, in February 1928,” shared Brian. “In the middle of the year, they changed everything. They even changed bolt patterns, so you can imagine it was almost impossible to find parts. It took me six years to find a rear hub and that came out of New Zealand,” said Brian. During its production run, the Essex was considered a small car and was

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Brian Manning rescued this 1928 Essex when he purchased it for $500 at an auction. He then spent many hours searching for parts for this classic car.

affordably priced. The Essex is generally credited with starting a trend away from the open touring car design toward enclosed passenger compartments. “The cars are rare and the parts are very hard to find. The car is 98 per cent original, some of the parts I had to use from different cars. However, it is 100 per cent Essex,” he stated. “It didn’t have a motor, transmission or rear end in it when I bought it. I started looking for parts and we had the original engine, but it took two years to build

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because it was seized solid. It had to be bored out, so the inner parts were made. It had two broken rods, so we had to find those. I had to find everything and put it together. It was quite the undertaking.” Essex Motors leased the Studebaker auto factory in Detroit for the production of the car. “It took a lot of time hunting, and I built it in my garage. I found documentation on the pin striping and colour schemes on the Essex. In 1928, the colour was only this certain colour. It was two-tone and this is as original colour as I could get it. Same with the pin striping that was hand done by a guy out of Calgary. The car bumpers are nickel-plated because chrome didn’t come out until 1929 on the Essex.” Hot rod enthusiasts like the old Essex because they don’t worry about original parts and they have the old suicide door on them that opens the opposite way. “They are also easy to chop down and lower. You could throw in a small block engine and away you go.

If you want to do that, use a Model A because they made six million of them, not an Essex.” A rare feature found on the Essex is a back window that rolls down. “Its wooden stoked wheels, suicide doors and rumble seat make it a

special car. The 1929 models were an inch-and-a-half higher, and looked more boxy and square. I’m really happy the way it turned out after starting from the ground up. I really enjoyed the research and hunting for parts. I want to enjoy it and drive a lot.”

Old Ride? If you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original) or even if you’re in the midst of a build: street, rat or restoration, we’d like to profile your project. Contact Murray Green, News Reporter Phone 780.672.3142 Email murrayg@camrosebooster.com

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Domestic argument turns physical Jan. 21

Camrose Police received a 911 call regarding a domestic at a residence on 55 Street in the 5300 block. It was determined that the couple got into a verbal argument over a trivial matter which escalated to throwing items around the home, along with one pushing the other. Neither cooperated with Police and the

Answer: While the Camrose Police Service is responsible for policing within the City boundaries, the local RCMP detachment, (located right next door) is responsible for the County of Camrose policing. The two agencies collaborate quite closely on many issues, share intelligence and back each other up as required. Criminal activity does not respect geographic boundaries, so many of our prolific offenders are known to the RCMP and vice versa. As well, our criminal analysts work closely together to share information, trends and patterns that benefit both agencies. Have a question for the Chief? Email them to The Camrose Booster at news@camrosebooster.com

couple was separated. Police have been involved in similar incidents with the same couple in the past, and a Child and Family Services referral was completed due to children being in the home. A male reported that someone had smashed the rear passenger window of his Toyota Corolla while it was parked overnight in the Cornerstone shopping area.

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International Snowmobile Safety Week is from Jan. 18 to 26. It is the time of year where snowmobilers are reminded about the importance of responsible driving. Here are seven tips for staying safe on the trails this winter. Gear up. Always wear a helmet and dress for the weather. Be prepared. Bring along a safety kit that includes flares, basic tools and first aid items. Check your ride. Before heading out, make sure your snowmobile is tuned up and has enough gas and oil. Remain on the trail. Most accidents occur when riders stray from marked trails and run into hazards. Ride with a buddy. Don’t head out on your own, and tell another person where you plan to go before you leave. Avoid frozen lakes and rivers. Only ride on ice if it’s at least 25 centimetres thick. Never drive impaired. Operating a snowmobile under the influence of alcohol or drugs is both dangerous and illegal. Consider taking a snowmobile safety course, especially if you’re a beginner. This will help you stay safe on your snowmobile and learn the local rules and regulations. If you’ve never been snowmobiling, you don’t know what you’re missing. Here are five reasons to give it a try.

It’s safe and easy. You shouldn’t be intimidated by the idea of riding a snowmobile. With the right safety precautions and proper instructions, snowmobiling is a safe activity for kids and adults alike. It’s a great group activity. Snowmobiling is even more enjoyable when done with family or friends. Undertaking the adventure together is a great way to bond and create lasting memories. It lets you connect with nature. There’s something special about exploring hills, fields and forests when they’re blanketed in virgin snow. Snowmobiling allows you to experience nature like you’ve never seen it before. It lets you visit remote locations. You can cover large distances on a snowmobile and see picturesque landscapes that are far off the beaten track. It’s peaceful. It’s true that some people snowmobile to get an adrenaline rush. However, others take to the trails in order to be immersed in the quiet and calm of nature. Finally, snowmobiling is simply fun. No matter what pace you go, it’s a thrill to ride over snowcovered terrain on a brisk winter day.

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With the devastating effects of activist energy policies leading to the cancellation of Keystone XL and the need to lay the groundwork for an economic recovery, along with the need to ensure Canadians and Canadian Business have what’s needed in the fight against COVID, my colleagues and I in the Official Opposition have a big job ahead of us when Parliament resumes on Jan. 25. That said, I am optimistic that Canadians will remain resilient and that our Conservative caucus is up for the challenge to hold the Liberals to account. The cancellation of the KXL Pipeline has impacted around 1,000 folks from Battle River-Crowfoot who were laid off when new US President Joe Biden signed an executive order cancelling the permit. While the case for this nation-building energy infrastructure project is clear, we see the government treat this economic sanction against Canada differently than when the former US administration levied sanctions on other industries such as steel and aluminum or when major manufacturing job losses led to immediate responses. This should not be a partisan or political issue as it is about Canada’s future. The Liberals’ actions are sowing seeds of deep division that threaten to tear Canada apart. As Parliament returns, I will be making the case that Prime Minister Trudeau has failed Alberta and all of Canada by “acknowledging” and “respecting” the United States’ decision. Jan. 25 marked a grim milestone of it being one year from the first case of the coronavirus being discovered in Canada. There has been endless debate and discussion around how the various levels of Canadian government have responded in comparison to other nations around the world. One year later, we witness how the current Liberal Government’s mismanagement and ideology have hindered Canada’s ability to be a global leader in combating COVID. As the House of Commons resumes sittings, Conservatives will be leading the conversation on recovery. Canadians have sacrificed so much over the last year and, although there are still challenges ahead, folks are owed a plan that gives them certainty, including ensuring that COVID is contained by vaccinations and effective response measures, and that there is clarity on how people and business can plan in the short, medium, and long terms.

t’s been so darn long ago, that David Cassady isn’t quite sure if he twisted his first wrench at West End Texaco, Camrose, in 1971 or 1972. He does recall cleaning car windows and interiors, pumping fuel and ‘working in the pit’ in that time period. It was back then that he started learning how to change engine oil, and got his first hands-on training to be on the lookout for troubled brakes or timed-out tie rod ends, or leaky exhaust systems. This was the beginning of a life-long passion in the field of automotive. The years have raced by (even faster than the sporty cars he drove as a young man – hair blowing (blew away?) in the wind): - A four-year apprenticeship program at Al Robertson’s Central Garage, starting in 1973. - A not-so-much fun time in 1979 and 1980 trying to launch a mechanical shop together with friend and business partner Bruce Olson. - Then a ten-year stint, from late 1980 to 1990, with Camrose Implements. During this time David earned a second ticket as a journeyman H.D. technician. In June, 1990, Lowell Knudson convinced this skilled technician to give his bruised knuckles and dirty coveralls a rest. He joined Norseman Pontiac for a ten year period as Service Manager. But farm equipment needed him, too! David accepted a stint with Maurice Francoeur and Alberta Machinery for a two-year period as Service Manger for this busy farm machinery dealership. He was wooed back to Norseman Pontiac for a 7-year period until 2009. A great opportunity to reconnect with his great friend and talented associate, parts manager Bob Lambe. The Wheaton group purchased Norseman Pontiac in 2009, when General Motors reorganized their company and eliminated many of their most notable brands. Bob and David ‘moved down the block’ to serve in the parts and service departments, respectively, for seven more years, until 2016. When an opportunity at D&D Vehicle Sales and Service dropped in the laps of Bob and David in 2016, both jumped at the chance to go back to the shop that both had invested and thoroughly enjoyed working in for so many terrific years… But now it’s 2021. David wants to fish more. (Hopefully catch a few for a change!) He may not get up quite as early. Or, try

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Police attend theft in progress Jan. 21

A west end business contacted Camrose Police to report a theft in progress. Police attended and arrested a 44-year-old male who was in possession of $300 worth of groceries. The male, who had a lengthy criminal record in Edmonton, was arrested and charged with theft and possession of stolen property. Police were advised of a collision near 80 Mount Pleasant Drive, where a vehicle had struck a tree. The driver provided a sample of his breath on a roadside screening device, resulting in a failed

reading. Furthermore, Police located 35 grams of marihuana inside the vehicle. The 16-year-old received an immediate roadside sanction under the new provincial legislation. He received a $1,000 fine, his vehicle was seized for 30 days, his license suspended for 90 days and he was also issued two violation tickets for a minor possessing and transporting cannabis marihuana within easy reach. The driver will be required to take a one-day planning ahead course and will be placed under a one-year Alberta ignition interlock program.

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Hesje Observatory opens virtually By Murray Green

Importance of physical activity during the pandemic

The COVID pandemic and the resulting restrictions have changed the way that many of us are living our lives. Every facet of our daily lives has been impacted. In terms of well-being and health, COVID-19 has had an obvious impact as indicated by people’s increasing reliance on mental health Jane Yardley, professionals and mounting Physical Education, University of Alberta mortality rates. The actual Augustana Campus death toll of the pandemic is much higher when we include people who didn’t get screened for cancer and other life-threatening conditions. Then there are those people whose fitness and activity diminished during lockdown, resulting in serious health issues. Fortunately, many people who were physically active before the pandemic began have found different ways to stay active as team sports, gyms, and recreational facilities have periodically closed or limited their capacity. For many, who weren’t all that active to begin with, the pandemic has resulted in even lower levels of physical activity. Here are three very important reasons why we should all keep (or start) moving our bodies in the face of COVID-19. To begin with, exercise improves immune system function. One of the common features of individuals who risk hospitalization and poor outcomes with COVID-19 infection is systemic inflammation. This type of inflammation can be caused by smoking, carrying extra weight, excess alcohol intake, or high levels of stress. As many of these causes of inflammation are also known side effects of living through a pandemic, it is essential to do everything possible to decrease their adverse effects. Regular physical activity is known to substantially decrease systemic inflammation. It also improves the immune system’s ability to detect and destroy invaders, such as the coronavirus responsible for COVID-19. Second, many of the health conditions known to increase the risk of severe COVID are improved with regular physical activity. Being overweight/obese, having Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease are underlying health conditions that are known to increase the risk of developing severe COVID-19. Regular physical activity is known to prevent the development of these conditions and can decrease their progression and/or severity. As a result, your body will be in a better position to not only fight off the virus, but will also be better able to handle the effects of the infection if it happens. Finally, people who exercise are happier. Being confined and deprived of our activities makes most of us cranky. As creatures of habit, changes to our living and working environments are generally stressful. Chronic stress can interfere with everything from digestion, to sleep, to social interactions with friends and family. Stress can also decrease the function of the immune system. People who are active and exercise on a regular basis generally rate their quality of life higher than those who do not. This is not surprising, as regular physical activity is known to decrease the effects of chronic stress and to improve all of the systems with which it interferes. If a pill could improve sleep, help fight disease, and improve relationships with family, friends and coworkers, wouldn’t you want to take the maximum dose daily? Remember that it is not necessary to be an elite athlete. Something as simple as walking for 20 to 30 minutes per day (which doesn’t have to be all at once) is more than enough to reap all of these benefits. There really is no better time than the present to stay–or become– physically active.

The Hesje Observatory at the University of Alberta Augustana Campus Miquelon Lake Research Station officially opened on Jan. 12 with a virtual presentation. “It has superior optics, so you can really see things sharply. The 17-inch opening allows for twice as much light as our portable telescope, about 5,000 times more light, so you can see dim and far away objects really well,” said professor Gerhard Lotz. “The whole thing is operated by computer where you can see the entire sky.” Professor Lotz showed visitors the virtual tour of the bright red planet Mars and the Andromeda Galaxy of one trillion stars. The Hesje Observatory at the Miquelon Provincial Park is the only facility located in a dark sky preserve in western Canada. “You can click on an object and the telescope will go to that position. We can control the telescope from the classroom and see what the telescope is seeing,” explained Lotz. It is the ideal place for an astronomical observatory as there is minimal light pollution to hinder the excellent view of the night sky. The dream of having an astronomical observatory was made possible by alumnus Brian Hesje, who donated $500,000 for the project. “We are in a dark sky preserve which extends from Miquelon Lake all the way up to Elk Island

National Park. It is a tremendous opportunity to have the telescope here with reduced light pollution. This is one of the better areas for low-light pollution,” said professor Glynnis Hood. “We are looking at the benefits at the university as well as the local community, broader community and beyond. It is a wonderful place to bring the greatest minds together.” The telescope in the observatory provides a digital feed to the nearby classroom and will eventually be able to be remotely accessible at Augustana and online. There is an observation deck around the dome where portable telescopes can be set up. The addition of the observatory will benefit Augustana students, professors, teachers and anyone else who is interested in astronomy. The observatory is a centre for opportunity, giving astronomy enthusiasts access to the high-tech instruments necessary to study beyond Earth and into the cosmos. “We invite all students to enjoy the Miquelon Park area and the mysteries of the universe. My advice to students is to stop and think about things. Looking at the stars and sky is opening the door to doing that. Think more,” said Augustana dean Demetres Tryphonopoulos. There will be many upcoming programs and special events held at the observatory, including tours, presentations, star

parties and camps, later this year when COVID-19 restrictions will allow visitors. Programs will be available for university groups and K-12 classes, and observation nights of important astronomical events will be open to the public. Undergraduate university students will work on projects that contribute data to worldwide astronomy research collaborations. The telescope in the observatory is mounted permanently and weighs almost 50 kg. It has quartz mirrors for thermal stability and a rotating focuser for ease when imaging. With an aperture (the opening in the telescope) of 17 inches, it has very high light gathering power, allowing researchers and other users to see and study deep into the stars. Augustana also has a portable telescope with excellent optics and an equatorial mount. This telescope will be more dedicated to photographing night sky objects to share with the world. Diane, a 10-year-old student, asked Lotz how many stars are in the sky. “We can see about 3,000 on a clear night. Those are the really close stars to us. That is a really small fraction in our galaxy. A galaxy contains about 200 billion stars and there are trillions of galaxies. You have to put a lot of zeros on the end of numbers,” he explained.

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The Hesje Observatory (dome in the rear of the Augustana Miquelon Lake Research Station) was launched with a virtual presentation on Jan. 12. Not only will university students be available to view the stars through the new telescope, but students of various grades and adults will be able to tour the site in the future.

Fall municipal election nominations sought By Lori Larsen

The City of Camrose is gearing up for the municipal election to be held on Monday, Oct. 18. Nominations for mayor and councillors began Monday, Jan. 4, and will be accepted until Monday, Sept. 20 at noon.

Nominations will be accepted at City Hall (5204-50 Avenue), however, it should be noted that due to the City Hall closure as a result of COVID-19, anyone wishing to submit nomination packages must make an appointment with

the returning officer Kim Isaak at 780-678-3027 or at kisaak@camrose.ca. Visit the City of Camrose website at www.camrose. ca/election to download the Candidate Information Guide.

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Charlie Frank Baska May 9, 1933 ~ January 15, 2021 Charlie Frank Baska of Camrose passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021, at the age of 87 in St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose. Charlie was born on May 9, 1933, the only son of three children born to his parents Frank and Irene. With his younger sisters Anne and Helen, the family lived on a farm located between Irma and Hardisty. From his teenage years, Charlie worked on the family farm with his father until fully taking the farm over following his parents’ retirement. It is the time on the farm since his youth that shaped his character. Charlie could be described as a quiet and reflective, down-toearth, kind, good-natured and hardworking man, who cherished a simple way of life close to home. His spiritual life was formed by a ‘farmer’s trust’ in God and his lived Catholic faith provided him with a deep reverence for the Holy Eucharist, love for God and neighbour, and a devotion to Mass and daily family prayer – the rosary – that would remain the focal point of his life until the end. This trusting faith in God’s Providence played a significant role when Charlie met and then married an Irish girl, Mary Caulfield, at St. Michael’s Church in Ballinasloe, Galway, Ireland, on August 5, 1970. Charlie and Mary returned to Canada and settled on the family farm where their sons Patrick and Kevin were born. The family moved to Provost and lived there for eight years before eventually moving to Camrose in 1985, the place Charlie and Mary since called home. Charlie loved his home and family and faith, and felt particularly blessed to have celebrated 50 years of marriage with his wife Mary this past summer. Far removed from farm life, Charlie retained his passion for farming and nature. He was especially known to spend hours outside fixing up the yard and tending to his vegetable garden, followed up with some time relaxing on his porch swing and contemplating life after a full day’s work. In the evenings, Charlie loved to watch his favourite sports teams on TV: the Toronto Blue Jays baseball in the summer, and the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey in the winter. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Mary; son Rev. Father Patrick Baska of St. Theresa Parish, Edmonton; son Kevin (Callista) Baska; granddaughters Cassandra and Katelynn Baska; sister Anne Juhasz; sister Helen Bell; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and extended family and friends. Charlie is predeceased by his parents Frank and Irene Baska; brothers-in-law Robert Bell and Albin Juhasz; aunt Emma Salamon; and uncle John Salamon. Thank you to the doctors and nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital for your kindness and care. Due to Alberta Health restrictions, a small family funeral (the Mass of the Resurrection) was celebrated by his son Rev. Patrick Baska at St. Francis Xavier Parish with interment at the Camrose Valleyview Cemetery. A recording of the funeral mass will be made available on the St. Francis Xavier Church website https://stfxcamrose.caedm.ca/ under “Recorded Masses”. Family and friends are welcome to make a memorial donation to Chalice Canada or to St. Francis Xavier Parish Building Fund. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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September 8, 1925 ~ January 18, 2021 Phyllis Louise (Hartman) Gabruck was born on September 8, 1925 in Reid Hill, Alberta, to William Hartman and Elizabeth (Hadley) Hartman. She was the oldest of two daughters. Her sister Eileene was born in 1927. As a girl, she moved with her family to the Camrose area and completed her schooling in Rosalind and Camrose. Phyllis often talked how, at an early age, she knew she preferred to be outside helping her dad with the animals and the farm, so she did not learn to sew, cross stitch or knit. Instead, she learned the skills of a farm woman. After graduation, she worked at St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose, and then at the egg grading station in Daysland. It was here that she met Victor, a handsome soldier home on leave from the war. Phyllis and Victor married on June 12, 1946. They purchased a quarter of land north of Daysland and started farming, which she loved. She kept a large garden, milked cows by hand, had a beautiful yard full of flowers, and a very clean house. She tended to the animals – pigs, cows, chickens – and spoke often of their first dog, Bing. Phyllis was a fabulous mother to her three daughters Sharon, Lynda and Lori, and was always generous with her time volunteering in the community. She enjoyed travelling to Arizona and keeping a much smaller, but beautiful yard in her retirement, but the best part of her retirement was spending time with her six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Victor; children Sharon Lee (Monty) Sommer of Stettler, Lynda Louise (Tom) Kroetch of Sherwood Park, and Lori Lynne (Warren) Kirchner of Busby; grandchildren Jeff (Jenny), Karla (Cory), Ryan (Meighan), Bethany, Ty and Kayl; great-grandchildren Emma, Kate, Daniel, Sara, Avery, Johanna, Mackenzie, Madison and Emerson; sister Eileene Koehli of Edmonton; and numerous nieces and nephews. A private family service was held. Interment has taken place in the Daysland Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Phyllis’s memory may be made to the S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance, the Daysland Health Centre, or to the Canadian Cancer Society. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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Antonia Klimovich March 26, 1921 - January 19, 2021 Antonia “Sonia” Klimovich, who lived in Camrose for over 60 years, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at the age of 99 years. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Betty Renaud of Edmonton; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Antonia was predeceased by her husband Sam; and son Edward. A private family graveside service was held. In lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Antonia’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

Ruben Gustavsson Ruben Gustavsson of Tofield, Alberta, will be lovingly remembered by his wife Inga; daughters Cathrine and Erika; son Frank; grandchildren Elise and Bronson; sons-in-law Ken and Bryan; and daughter-in-law Muriel. Ruben was born in Sweden, and grew up with one brother and four sisters. He started dairy farming in 1958, and married Inga in 1962. They had four children. In 1978, they moved to Canada with their family and started farming nine miles north of Killam, Alberta. They left the farm in 1986, and lived in Alliance for a few years. Ruben worked for Scott Peacock and in 1992, they moved back to Killam and he worked for Darrell Holmstrom. In 2006, they moved to Tofield, Alberta. Ruben was a gentle and loving man, always an optimist, and somewhat of a dreamer. He was the best father anyone could have, and fostered 14 children with Inga after his biological children were on their own. He loved farming and never got tired of driving the tractor. Ruben went through life in a quiet and peaceful way, and he left us in his sleep at Tofield Long Term Care, where he spent his last three weeks. He will be missed by all who loved him. A private celebration of life will be held at a late date. Memorial donations may be made to Hope Mission.

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Serving your community for over 110 years Marie Swanson Marie Swanson passed away peacefully on January 20, 2021 at age 97. She is lovingly survived by her son Murray (Lynne); daughter Charlene Blair (Brad); granddaughters Danielle (Steve and great-granddaughter Serena) and Brittany (Cody). She was predeceased by her husband Rudy Swanson in 1988. Marie grew up on a farm near Kelsey with her parents George and Agnes Murphy and her five younger siblings Bill, Pat, Marlys, Dennis and Faye (all have predeceased her). She moved to Camrose to attend grade 12 and never left. She had a deep love for Camrose. Marie was brilliant at math. This served her well in her many years at the Bank of Montreal. She devoted her life to her children and community (spending countless hours doing volunteer work with the church, Rosehaven, the Boy Scouts, the Museum, the Thrift Shop and other organizations). Marie tirelessly accompanied Rudy to many civic events in his 17 years as mayor. She travelled extensively with family and enjoyed spending time at Pigeon Lake. Marie warmly welcomed all into her home. She made meal preparation look effortless. Her love touched many. She was especially kind and caring to her elderly parents and her brother Pat. Marie felt lucky to receive ongoing love and support from numerous nieces and nephews who continued to frequently call – some almost daily. She had an outstanding memory, was a kind and gracious lady, never appeared rattled, was always positive, and made everyone feel special. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her life was well lived. Marie will be deeply missed. We love you, Mom. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, no public funeral service will be held. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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Marjorie Lynn Boden March 8, 1963 ~ January 16, 2021 Marj was born on March 8, 1963, in Camrose, Alberta, to Art and Crystal Reeves. She was raised on the family farm near Dorenlee, Alberta. Being raised on the farm, she helped harvest the garden, mow the lawn, milk cows, feed cattle, bale hay, and straw and whatever else was needed. Marj attended Meeting Creek School until she completed grade eight, and then attended Edberg School. In April 1983, Marj married Greg and had three boys Mike, Brad and Steve. Marj and Greg stayed on the Reeves family farm, farming alongside Marj’s parents Art and Crystal. They had a mixed farm of grain, cattle, and a few horses. Life on the farm with Greg and their boys, with her parents not far away, was all she could ever ask for. She loved her family more than words would ever describe. Marj also worked at Bashaw School as an educational assistant and administrative assistant for over 25 years. She was involved in many school events, from planning, organizing and attending. She really enjoyed her library, reading to the younger classes and helping the older ones through their courses. The library was where strong and caring relationships were created with students and staff – everyone’s go to! When Marj wasn’t working on the farm or in the school, she and Greg would be busy moving grain bins across the province, a business they took over from Greg’s father. When she wasn’t busy working, she couldn’t have been more involved in the lives of her family, following along to ball games, hockey games, hunting and camping. Whether it was the farm, the bin business, or her family, she was everyone’s best friend and right-hand man, shoes only she could fill. Amazing wife, mother, daughter, and sister. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Gregory; sons Mike (Erica Reid) of Camrose, Brad (Raelyn Michie) of Ferintosh, and Steven (Lianna Bos) of Camrose; mother Crystal Reeves; and sisters Doreen (Dave) Grue of Camrose and Debbie (Roger) Thompson of New Norway. Marjorie was predeceased by her father Arthur Reeves; father-in-law Heinz Boden; and brothers-in-law John Boden and Doug Boden. Due to Alberta Health restrictions, a private service was held. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Marjorie’s memory may be made to STARS, or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

Roger Francis Schaad Roger Francis Schaad was born on June 11, 1948 to Lawrence and Margaret Schaad in Marietta, Ohio. He passed away tragically in Montana on January 16, 2021, doing exactly what he loved most – fishing! He married Barbara Witten. They had three boys: Jacob, Garrick and Daniel. He always loved it in Montana. In approximately 2005, he moved to Montana to retire. In 2009, he met his crazy Canadian – Connie Adamson. They were married in 2010. He leaves to mourn his wife Connie; sons Garrick (Heidi) and Daniel (Amanda); daughterin-law Sarah (Jacob) Schaad; stepson Tanner (Amanda) Holmberg; grandchildren Adrianna, Arieonna, Witten, Weston, Ryder Schaad, and Jude and Gavin Holmberg; brothers Larry (Janet), David (Dorothy), Mike (Marilyn), and Bruce (Jane); and sisters Patty Zoller, Phyllis (Jim) Anderson and Marcia Noll. Roger was well liked for his ornery attitude, great work ethic and fun-loving nature. Very little rattled Roger. Hunting and fishing were his passion. He loved having quality time with the family and all the grandkids. He will be sadly missed by many. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in the Camrose area. Donations to the charity of your choice.

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In loving memory of

Barbara Lede who passed away on January 29, 2020 I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, And the days before that, too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are my memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, With which I’ll never part. God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart. Love forever and always, Your family

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Wise Owl Lookout Earl Robert Rene Debnam October 15, 1940 ~ January 17, 2021 Earl Robert Rene Debnam of Bittern Lake, Alberta, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021, at the age of 80 years. Earl Robert Rene Debnam was born in Camrose on October 15, 1940, to Jim and Ella Debnam of Round Hill, Alberta. He was the oldest of three children. He was raised in the Round Hill area, and moved around Alberta working, where he met Dale Makokis. They married and had two sons, Allen and Charlie (Earl). In 1974, they moved to Bittern Lake, Alberta. Trucking was his life, and so were his sons. He would spend many a day searching for garage sales for toys for the neighbourhood kids, talking about the Oilers with his son Al, and going on road trips with his son Charlie, looking for project vehicles. The last few years, he was obsessed with searching for good firewood with his sidekick Kyle, and his beloved dog Jazzy, and never forgetting to make a pit stop at his favourite place, McDonald’s. He was lovingly known as Gpa to many families and friends. He always spoke about how proud he was of all four of his granddaughters. He was always there to lend a helping hand when needed. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Dale; son Al (Kim) and their children Austin, Jordyn and Brooke; son Charlie (Lesa) and their children Bailey and Alyssa; and his nephews Jason Debnam and family, and Jeff Debnam and family. Earl was predeceased by his parents Jim and Ella; stepfather Gerald; and both brothers Jerry and Dennis. Due to Alberta Health restrictions, a private family service will be held at a later date. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Earl’s memory may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, or to the Stollery Children’s Hospital. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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In loving memory

Misleading Advertising – The 9 x 12 rug you ordered, turns out to be measured in inches, not feet!

– the Camrose Wise Owl Program

Calvin Johnson

Betty Johnson

August 15, 1920 ~ March 29, 1928 ~ January 18, 2020 February 16, 2020 It’s nearly a year since they passed away And thoughts of them are with me every day. You find yourself doing something and wish they were there, To be able to talk with them and to see how much they care. Next year will be better as plans to visit family are made, And the feeling of missing them with time, will slowly fade. A line from a song runs through my mind at night: “But even when it’s better, it’s never alright.” Gone, but never from my heart. – Stanley Johnson

In loving memory of

Melissa Dawn Smith who passed away on January 27, 2019 To hear your voice and see your smile, To sit with you and talk awhile, To be together in the same old way, Would be our greatest wish today. So please, God, take a message To our precious Melissa up above, Tell her we miss her terribly And give her all our love. Forever loved by Mom, Dad, Brad, family and friends

DEATHS Charlie Frank Baska

of Camrose, on January 15, at 87 years of age. Marjorie Lynn Boden of Ferintosh, on January 16, at 57 years of age. Earl Robert Rene Debnam of Bittern Lake, on January 17, at 80 years of age. Phyllis Louise Gabruck of Daysland, on January 18, at 95 years of age. Jessie Jacqueline Miller of Camrose, on January 18, at 97 years of age. Ruben Gustavsson of Tofield, on January 18, at 85 years of age. A ntonia “Sonia” Klimovich, formerly of Camrose, on January 19, at 99 years of age. Ralph James Vallee of Camrose, on January 19, at 85 years of age. Marie Swanson of Camrose, on January 20, at 97 years of age.

Hospice collaborating with community partners By Lori Larsen

The Hospice Society of Camrose and District has been assisting those in need in Camrose and area with support through programming, guidance and volunteerism since the fall of 2012, and continues to grow and expand the support it offers. Hospice program and grief and bereavement coordinator Bill Harder speaks of the important role organizations, such as the Hospice, are playing in partnership with one another, and how the Hospice is still offering support through these more challenging times. “All of the agencies (not-for-profit services) are suffering financially and programmatically,” noted Harder. “We are all trying to adjust, but are also thriving in certain ways.” Harder related a recent incident where the services of the Hospice, particularly his grief and bereavement counselling, were called upon by the executive director of The Open Door, Jessica Hutton, when one of their own, Wayne Wilson

(program director), passed away suddenly. Harder was able to offer much needed support and guidance through this tremendously difficult time in all of their lives.

With full backing of the Hospice Board of Directors, he was able to engage with The Open Door staff and provide much needed emotional support. “This type of collaboration demonstrates very much the mutual trust between these two agencies,” explained Harder. “Our board trusts The Open Door and provides support to them, and The Open Door trusts this organization, and me, to let

us into a very vulnerable space. As a consequence of that mutual trust, in a time when we are both really struggling with programs and everything else because of COVID, we are able to make something healing happen.” Harder said the value of this type of collaboration and mutual trust occurring in the community cannot be overstated. He related another incident that required collaboration between the Hospice and Seasons (Retirement Communities Camrose), when a family with a loved one (a resident of Seasons) had asked if they could have someone from Hospice come in and offer support (prior to the recent outbreak). Knowing the strict protocols Seasons has in place to keep residents and staff safe, Harder was delighted when they agreed to allow him to attend the facility to meet the needs of the family. “They have extremely strict protocols, but I was able to go in and attend to the family. Again, there is that mutual collaborative

respect between our organizations. If we don’t have that in these really stressful times, we are hooped. But we do have it,” he added, with a tone of gratitude. “Really stressful times sometimes don’t bring out the trust, but sometimes they do.” Harder said that these mutual collaborations are an example of everybody reaching out and doing the best they can for each other and the members of their communities. “I had another telephone call the other day from an individual who said their spouse was at end of life, and they were so afraid for their loved one to go into the hospital, because they may not be able to attend to them. “This is really catastrophic. Any of us can easily imagine our spouse, our child, a sibling, whoever, in hospital and we don’t get to be with them when they die.” He admitted there are sometimes circumstances when life doesn’t allow that to happen, but if given the possibility of tending to a loved one

as they are dying, he noted it is a soulful obligation. “When we restrict that, there is going to be a really big price to pay down the road emotionally.” In all the cases Harder related, he said that the people reached out to Hospice because they were lost and didn’t know how to cope. “We (Hospice) can’t change the circumstances of them being able to be with their loved ones or not, but we do our best to journey with them, listen to their story, encourage them, and try to pick up some broken pieces after the fact.” While the Hospice is also temporarily restricted somewhat in the services it can offer, specifically those face to face, that has not stopped the dedicated team from finding ways to continue support. Currently, the Hospice is working on two free programs aimed at reaching out to individuals who are isolated and who may be experiencing a sense of loneliness. Continued on page 30

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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. J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649. 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 McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD. Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780-672-5242, Camrose 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 JUNK TO THE DUMP – Free estimates. Garages, Basements, Yards, Light hauling. Tom – 780-678-1847. TREE PRUNING AND REMOVAL – Available through the winter season • Hazard tree and branch removal • Over 30 years of experience • Specializing in tight area trees inaccessible to large equipment • Snow removal – walks and driveways Ralph Cheney 780-672-9955 SIMPLY JOY BOOKKEEPING SERVICES – Small business, non-profit experience. Farmers welcome. Pick-up or drop-off available. For more information, call 780-281-1725.

FOR RENT FOR RENT ADS NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY! 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT – In excellent condition! Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one parking stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an elevator and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-678-2621 for more info or to set up a viewing.

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. COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE – 2880 sq. ft. 5031-46 Street (old Windwood building). Call Steve, 780608-5222. 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. SHORELINE APARTMENTS – New reno, lots of light and storage. 1-bedroom. Two-minute walk to Mirror Lake and downtown. GREEN GABLES APARTMENTS – Very clean, bright and cheery 2-bedroom. Five-minute walk to downtown, two blocks to walking trails. Also family friendly fourplex, 3-bedroom, 2-bath with private balcony, very clean. 780-621-8495. Aspen Terrace 4920-66 Street WELCOME HOME! 1- and 2-bedroom suites available! Our suites include fridge, stove and full size washer and 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 5210-56 STREET APARTMENTS – 1-bedroom $775, 2-bedroom $900. Water, heat, basic cable included. No pets, no partiers, no smokers. Call Andrea, 587-322-0732. NEWER BUILDING – 1000 sq. ft. 2-bedroom upper and lower suites available. 5 appliances. Quiet, clean, comfortable any season. No students, no pets, no children, no smoking/partiers. 780-608-3131. 4-BEDROOM HOUSE FOR RENT – in Camrose. Nonsmoker, no pets. $750/mo., $750 DD. Utilities not included. 780951-1654, leave message.

2-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE – Spacious and bright, newer building. Located close to downtown amenities, walking paths. Private balcony, perfect for BBQ. 5 appliances including laundry and dishwasher. Surround yourself with quiet, courteous neighbours in a friendly, clean neighbourhood. Local owner managed, lawn mowing and snow removal provided. No children, no smoking, no pets. $1000/month, $800 D.D. Phone 780-679-7090. BRIGHT TWO-ROOM OFFICE SUITE in downtown Camrose. Main floor, no steps, large floorto-ceiling front window. Lots of parking, energized staff parking. 269 sq. ft. total area for $549.71 + GST/mo., all-in. Immediate occupancy. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business! DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE Second floor space with elevator access * 600 sq. ft. consisting of reception area, 2 offices overlooking main street and lunch area. $850/mo. including utilities. Now available. * 150 sq. ft. single office. $200/mo. including utilities. Call Corey at 780-679-3555 ESPECIALLY NICE OFFICE SUITE Generous 794 sq. ft. suite, suitable for two, three or more staff. Includes two private offices. Located in Downtown Camrose. Main floor, easily accessible, bright, quiet. $1,560.87/mo. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business. COZY SECOND FLOOR OFFICE ON MAIN STREET – 132 sq. ft. with window. Quiet, considerate neighbours. Immediate occupancy. $170.94/mo. all in except communications. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142, days. Fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business! HOUSE ~ IMMEDIATE POSSESSION – Bright, neat, spacious, two bedrooms, nice kitchen, four appliances, full concrete basement. Close to schools and city centre. No smoking or pets. Excellent references required. 780-679-2170. APARTMENT NEAR AUGUSTANA – and downtown. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Fridge, stove, water, power included. One powered parking space. Free laundry. One year lease. $900/mo. No pets, no smoking. 780-672-9531.

CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE Selection of very nice street level offices in newer building in Downtown Camrose * Offices from 100-794 sq. ft. at prices to suit your budget * 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! LOCALLY OWNED FOURPLEX Locally owned and operated newly renovated four-plex, great location close to schools, university and downtown. Two-bedroom suites, open floor plan, five appliances. No shovelling snow or cutting grass, maintained by owner. Suites are like new, monthly rate very competitive. No pets, no smoking. Call Rick, 780-608-5000 or George, 780-678-7610 for info or viewing.

CHARACTER HOME – three bedrooms. 5211-50 Street. Very clean, well maintained. Ample basement storage. No garage. Nice yard. No-pet preference. $1000/mo. Solid references required. 780-679-7070.

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CLASSIFIED ADS (Continued) REAL ESTATE LAND FOR SALE – DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA has for sale four project lands in Beaver County. Land locations are: SW 27-50-16-W4; SE 18-49-14-W4; S1/2 3-46-11-W4; NW 32-47-13W4. Call Brent Thygesen, 780678-0150 or email b_thygesen@ ducks.ca

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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.

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PERMANENT POSITIONS Electrical Draftsperson Sheet Metal Fabricator General Plant Labourer Powder Coater Permanent, Full Time Employment Competitive Salary and Full Benefits at Busy Wetaskiwin Factory Email your resumé in confidence to: acdandy@acdandy.com A.C. Dandy Products Ltd. Ph: 780-361-5300

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JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER/GASFITTER Ankerton Gas Co-op Ltd., Bawlf, AB is looking for a journeyman plumber/gasfitter for permanent full-time employment. The successful candidate will have natural gas appliance repair and appliance installation experience. Gas distribution experience will be an asset. Deadline for applications is January 29, 2021. Along with your resumé and desired way, email to Ankerton@syban.net or fax to 780-373-2466. Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted. Phone 780-373-3773

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Camrose County is looking for seasonal employees to work May to August 2021 in the following positions: • Agriculture Services o Parks Labourer o Agricultural Labourer o Vegetation Control o Weed Inspectors • Public Works o Labour Crew o Utility Crew • West Dried Meat Lake Regional Landfill (Ferintosh) o Landfill Seasonal Staff Please see the website (www.county.camrose.ab.ca) for more information. Applications can be emailed to payroll@county.camrose.ab.ca.

PARTS COUNTER PERSON AG/AUTO PARTS STORE searching for self-motivated, full-time parts counter person. Having Ag business and knowledge of farm equipment is REQUIRED. Responsibilities include: inventory control, parts ordering, maintaining showroom, stocking shelves, invoicing customers, and pricing parts. Must have good computer skills, polite demeanor (representation of company) and ability to work well with others. Excellent customer service is a MUST. WILLINGNESS TO LEARN. Apply to: Attention: Todd Carriere dayslandbtb@gmail.com 5108-50 Avenue Daysland, AB T0B 1A0

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Land for Sale DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA has for sale four project lands in Beaver County. Land locations are: • SW 27-50-16-W4 • SE 18-49-14-W4 • S1/2 3-46-11-W4 • NW 32-47-13-W4 Call Brent Thygesen, 780-678-0150 or email b_thygesen@ducks.ca

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of DAVID HUTCHINSON, who died on November 29, 2020. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 5, 2021, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of GERALD ZIMMERMAN, who died on December 13, 2020. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 5, 2021, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of ALICE NIKOLINA SANDAHL, who died on December 9, 2020. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 5, 2021, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND HEISLER AREA The following farmland is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations and nonfinancial obligations in the existing Certificate of Title: Parcel 1 – SW 20-43-16-W4 (156.42 acres) Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “BRAUSEN TENDER”, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S1, with the tenderer’s GST number, and accompanied by a cheque made payable to “Andreassen Borth” for $5,000.00 for each parcel bid, and must be delivered on or before 12:00 noon on February 26, 2021, Attention: Kirk R. Laird. Possession will be provided on closing. The taxes and any surface leases 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 March 31, 2021. 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.

Hospice connecting people Continued from page 26

The first is a Phone Visit Program whereby volunteers with the Hospice are ready and willing to make telephone calls to anyone, no matter what age or circumstance, who simply may find themselves in need of a friendly voice and a desire to listen on the other end of the line. “We are trying to find people who are just lonely, isolated, at any age, who would appreciate getting to know an individual through the phone lines and share what they have been experiencing, the stories of their lives,” explained Harder. “Just to have somebody out there who cares about them.” The service is already up and running, and wonderful volunteers are anxiously waiting to reach out and help wherever they can. Anyone who wishes to use this service is encouraged to contact the Hospice at 780-608-0636.

“This could make the difference for their lives,” urged Harder, “To have someone contact them by telephone and touch base and let them know they are being thought of and cared for.” Harder said that the volunteers are equipped with a set of conversation starter points that include questions such as, “What was your favourite pastime when you were a child?” or “Describe your family car when you were a child.” “It’s a list of bits that they can just sit and chat with the individual about. All of a sudden there are deep connections, and that person’s isolation doesn’t feel quite so unbearable.” Harder hopes that through collaboration with other agencies, such as the Camrose PCN (Primary Care Network), Camrose and District Support Services, Camrose and District Victim Services, The Open Door and other ser-

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of EMMA FRIDA JAHNS, who died on December 2, 2020. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 5, 2021, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

Jan. 20

A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle by Camrose Police and the female driver provided a mandatory alcohol sample which resulted in a fail reading. Under the new provincial legislation the female received a $1,000 fine, her vehicle was seized for 30 days and her driver’s license was suspended for 90 days. The driver will also be required to participate in a mandatory 12 month Alberta Ignition Interlock Program and take a one day planning ahead course.

For further information, or to view the property, please contact Dennis at 780-678-7244.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of THOMAS GEORGE MATTINSON, who died on January 2, 2021. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 5, 2021, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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vice organizations, they will identify some people who would benefit from this service and encourage them to contact the Hospice. “If they would give permission for us to give them a call.” The second program available is the Digital Connection Program, which provides clients with a free iPad and charger to use for a three-month period. The client would need WiFi service in order to benefit from this program. Under normal circumstances, a volunteer would attend the home of the person wanting to use the iPad and walk the person through instructions, however, due to COVID restrictions, that service (volunteer instruction) is currently being offered via telephone. There are 24 iPads available for loan and are waiting to connect the users to their family, friends and the whole wide world. This is an incredible opportunity for grandparents to reconnect with grandchildren, or for someone who is isolated to stay on top of what is happening in the world or learn some new interests. For more information on either of the above services or any services and support offered by the Hospice, visit the website at www.camrosehospice or telephone 780-608-0636.

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Fridge Clippings from years gone by

You know you’re an adult when you say, “It’s 8:30 and you want to start a movie this late?!” What if this coronavirus is just Man Flu and now women are realizing just how bad we’ve had it for YEARS! I find old cables in my house that I know I should throw out, but then I’m like, “Nah, I better keep that just in case someone comes around with a Nokia N95 and needs to connect it to a fax machine.” People need to understand the difference between wants and needs. Like I want abs, but I need tacos. Nobody is more two-faced than your own kid telling all of your business to their Grandma. My going out clothes have missed me so much! I put them on yesterday and they hugged me so tightly I couldn’t move! So my husband and I were sitting on our couch watching TV yesterday. Suddenly I heard that I got a text on my phone which I left in the kitchen. I went to the kitchen to check it, and it was a text from my husband: “Please bring the chips on your way back.” I know I don’t have to be sarcastic, but the world has given me so much material to work with … I would hate to be wasteful! In our kitchen, we keep a potato masher in a drawer because sometimes it’s fun not to be able to open that drawer.

Contest Tammy Weibelzahl proudly kept this Booster front cover on the fridge for a long time. She is proud mom of her athletic daughter Sarah, photographed at Sparling School’s Fun Day for the June 11, 1996 Booster.

Tammy, you’ve earned $10 for your entry! Show us what you’ve clipped from The Booster! If we publish your entry, you will win $10, too. The oldest entry submitted prior to the end of December 2021 will earn the sender a cool $100 gift certificate from any Camrose business of that person’s choosing. Send us a copy or a photo of your entry: Mail: 4925-48 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1L7 Email: ads@camrosebooster.com • Text: 780.679.7070 Drop off in person: 4925-48 Street, Camrose (Your original will be scanned, then returned)

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I want my daughter to grow up to be a strong, independent woman. I just need to be able to live with her in the meantime. Every weekend, I say to myself, “Susan, you have to stop drinking wine.” Thankfully, I’m not Susan. Imagine in 20 years, someone having a theme party and they say to dress in 2020 attire. Then everyone just shows up in joggers, leggings and five-day worn t-shirts with masks on carrying bags of Doritos.

Central Agencies Home of the Week

Stunning Zetsen home

Some people say their body is a temple. Mine is a bouncy castle. My kids used to have a bedtime. Now they just tuck me in and continue to do whatever they want. I’m in a really good place right now. Not emotionally or spiritually. Just on the couch with my dog. Lockdown can only go four ways. You’ll come out a monk, a hunk, a chunk or a drunk. Choose wisely! Mothers: Basically part of a scientific experiment to prove that humans don’t need sleep. Marriage is just your spouse perpetually standing in front of the drawer or cabinet you need to open. THINGS TO PONDER: 1. If the No. 2 pencil is the most popular, why is it still No. 2? 2. Why do we press harder on the remote control when we know the batteries are getting weak? 3. Why are you “in” a movie, but “on” TV? 4. What was the best thing before sliced bread? 5. Why do we drive on parkways and park on driveways? 6. Why do “fat chance” and “slim chance” mean the same thing? 7. Why do British people never sound British when they sing? 8. Why do people say “heads up” when you should duck?

By Lori Larsen

This stunning Zetsen walkout twostorey is the perfect fit for your family, located in the active subdivision of Creekview. Walk out your lower level and continue into the valley bottom, where you can enjoy trails and nature literally steps away from your home. The home itself features gorgeous high-end finishes including vinyl plank flooring, glass accented staircase to the upper level, and loads of sunlight pouring in from stylish windows. The main floor’s 8-foot doors add those extras that make the home exceptional. The open concept living/dining and kitchen create a feeling of continuity and allow for easy conversation. The living room features a one-of-a-kind tile feature wall with a 55-inch modern fireplace. The kitchen has sleek white cabinets, quartz countertops, glossy splash tile and a huge centre island accented in a rich royal blue. A walk-through pantry offers easy access to the large

entryway off the garage, complete with built-in storage lockers for keeping things tidy. A two-piece powder room is convenient for visitors. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large eating area with coffered ceilings. Garden door access to your covered back deck, complete with maintenance-free decking, allow you to take in the spectacular valley views. The upper level master suite features a built-in window bench where you can sit and soak in the sun and views, a shiplap feature wall, walk-in closet, and en suite with soaker tub, six-foot glass and tile shower and luxurious finishes. Completing the upper level are two bedrooms, a four-piece bathroom and a conveniently located laundry room, complete with built-in laundry hampers. This brand new home, with extra attention to detail and comfort, is located at 5122-36 Avenue, and is priced at $557,900. For a personal viewing, call Matt Banack at:

Central Agencies Inc. 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or Matt Banack Cell 780-608-9733

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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. Graham Wideman, 780-679-8384; Matt Banack, 780-608-9733; Matthew Mayer, 780-781-7088; Lyndsey Delwo, 780-678-6117; Al-Karim (Al) Mohamed, 587-322-5511; Ronda Shott, 780-781-7468; Sascha Dressler, 780-781-8242; Wally Wrubleski, 780-781-7323; Karin Naslund 780-608-4235.

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VALLEYVIEW BUNGALOW, 4 BDRM., AMAZING BSMT. Asking $444,900 CA0194281

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!

FOURPLEX – well maintained, updated. Close to Chester Ronning School. Asking $419,900 A1044127

SOLD

SOLD Superb Craftsmanship! Exceptional presentation and design. Asking $572,900 A1049149

FAMILY BUNGALOW BY JACK STUART SCHOOL … great starter/retirement property! Asking $247,900 A1034331

ACREAGES

SOLD

MULTI-FAMILY LOTS

2.5 ACRES ZONED R3 AND MULTI-FAMILY ... Exceptional west end location. Call now!

SOLD 1462 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW W/2 GARAGES! Asking $549,000 A1036875

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME … Premier location backing pond in Valleyview West!! Asking $250,000 A1055074

WALKOUT BUNGALOWS VALLEYVIEW WEST Asking $427,162 CA0165802

SOLD

LOTS WALKOUT VILLAS overlooking Valleyview Lake! Asking $532,162 A1032901

WALKOUT VILLAS overlooking Valleyview Lake! Asking $528,162 A1032894

AWESOME DUPLEX IN VALLEYVIEW! Great floor plan! By parks, walking trails! Asking $242,900 A1055647

NEW NORWAY … 4-bdrm. split level, 2 lots. Asking $179,900 A1049147 Only 15 min. from Camrose, south side of New Norway, 0.97 acre. Asking $104,900 CA0168713

2-BDRM. BUNGALOW IN DAYSLAND! Oversized 28’x30’ garage with 10’7” ceiling. Asking $89,900 A1044649

NEW LISTIN

GREAT KITCHEN, 5-PCE. MAIN BATH, PRIVATE YARD! Asking $364,500 A1037422

UPGRADED BUNGALOW … 12 min. to Camrose on Hwy 26. 36’x44’ shop! Asking $289,900 A1047574

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

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

COMMERCIAL MIQUELON LAKE 2366 sq. ft. bungalow on 8+ acres! Asking $539,000 A1041082 FOUR-PLEX BUILT IN 2012! INVEST. OPP. Asking $549,000 CA0193809

LARGE FAMILY HOME IN DAYSLAND Lots of upgrades! Asking $299,900 A1025812

GEMINI CENTRE ~ City views. Turn key office space on 3rd floor! Call today! A1044102

2064 SQ. FT. TWO-STOREY – VALLEYVIEW WEST! Asking $498,162 CA0179793

SOLD

BEAUTIFUL ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILT BUNGALOW! … 1312 sq. ft., 5 bdrm. Awesome bsmt. w/in-floor htg. RV parking, oversized garage. Just move in! Asking $362,900 A1057786

NEW LISTIN

GORGEOUS CONDO, UNDERGROUND HEATED PARKING – FIELDSTONE! Close to Mirror Lake walking trails. Senior friendly design. Upgraded throughout, just move in. A must see! Asking $205,000 A1063013

MF CONDO W/OUTDOOR PATIO! Asking $183,500 A1042929

BEAUTIFUL ENERGY EFFICIENT BUNGALOW! Asking $497,500 A1004977 3-BDRM. BUNGALOW CONDO close to walking trails, valley. Immaculate! Asking $339,000 A1059833

MF CONDO W/OUTDOOR PATIO! Asking $179,900 A1042935 BEAUTIFUL 1319 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW! Asking $493,800 A1031243

BUSINESS

A STANDOUT ON MT. PLEASANT DRIVE! Dble. garage, fully finished. Loved by owners! Asking $214,900 A1056390

4 BDRM. 3 FULL BATHS ~ CREEKVIEW Asking $498,000 CA0182630

4 BARE LAND LOTS ON 65 STREET. Exc. multi-family opportunity! Asking $1,261,000 A1042943

EXC. DUPLEX IN CUL-DE-SAC Backs onto park! Awesome yard! Asking $239,900 A1054847

BEAUTIFUL 1124 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW! Asking $379,900 A1031229

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

20 MINUTES TO CAMROSE … Nice updates, house, shop, quonset on 15 acres. Asking $349,900 A1026972

GREAT OPPORTUNITY … 85’x122’ lot bordering 48 Avenue and 48 Street in Camrose. Close to college, schools, downtown, Mirror Lake. Asking $99,900 CA0177494

OUT OF TOWN

2-STOREY ON PARK ~ 1883 sq. ft., oversized garage, a/c + more! Asking $417,900 A1042518

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY 2-STOREY CLOSE TO PARK, VALLEY TRAILS! Now only $385,500 A1035501

SOLD SPACIOUS BUNGALOW, OS HTD. GARAGE Asking $289,000 A1042598 ON PARK! BY LAKE! Great starter or investment home! Asking $169,900 A1051399

BAWLF ~ OPEN CONCEPT BI-LEVEL Asking $179,000 A1034810

FOR LEASE

Zoned m1 ... Exc. east end location! 10,000 sq. ft. CA0146778

FARMS

EXC. OFFICE OR BUS. LOCATION, 1600 SQ FT Asking $1450/mo. CA0149692

160 ACRE PROPERTY east of Camrose Asking $695,000 CA0184968

21+ ACRES W/1.5 STOREY HOME, NEW W/O BSMT! Asking $424,900 A1021347

AMAZING COUNTRY LIFESTYLE, ENERGY EFF. Asking $629,000 A1024270 SOUTH VIEW LOT IN SPARTAN ESTATES! Asking $50,000 CA0183063

EAST OF ROUND HILL ~ Fully finished 1400+ sq. ft. home, 29’x41’ shop, pole shed. A1036121 Asking $389,000

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GORGEOUS BUNGALOW! Oversized triple garage, RV parking, beautifully landscaped. Asking $489,900 CA0192525 EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN BUNGALOW! Asking $279,900 A1053180

40 ACRES WITH YARD SITE Access to Miquelon Lakes! Asking $419,000 A1057040

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3RD FLOOR CONDO – AFFORDABLE! Asking $169,750 A1042937

SENIOR FRIENDLY 1950 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW! Asking $459,900 A1049366 WELL KEPT BUNGALOW W/UPGRADES! Asking $259,000 A1053738 GREAT STARTER, INVESTMENT, 6 BDRM. Asking $169,500 A1004238

BACKING GOLF COURSE 2000+ sq. ft., 5 bdrm. Asking $449,900 A1046329

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COPPERSTONE CONDO OVERLOOKING MIRROR LAKE! Now only $447,900 CA0140533

YOUR MERRY DREAM HOME! Large backyard! Open floor plan, tons of storage. Asking $245,000 A1050673

CONDO ACROSS FROM JUBILEE PARK, RECENTLY RENO’D Asking $159,900 A1014546

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Beautiful Walkout Bungalows by Battle River Homes

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NEW ADULT COMMUNITY

IN ONE WORD ~ “WOW”! …

NEW ZERO-STEP DESIGN 1319 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW! Asking $493,800 A1031243

Awesome Community ~ Park ~ ~ Lake, Trails ~ ~ Quality ~ ~ Craftsmanship ~ ~ Finished NEW VALLEYVIEW TWO-STOREY! w/elegance ~ • 2064 sq. ft. • By park/playgrounds • Bonus room • 26’x26’ garage Asking $498,162 CA0179793

Lakeside walkouts available!

NEW PR ICE!

Lake views ! Walkout – Lake Estates! • 1248 sq. ft. • 26’x20.5’ garage Asking $532,162 A1032901

New build • Awesome master Bonus room • Triple garage Asking $459,900 CA0189414

2-Storey walk out! Unobstructed valley views! Asking $557,900

A1044949

NEW ZERO-STEP DESIGN 1456 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW! Asking $458,500 A1031265

• Master planned community • Designed for active adults • No condo fees • Community lifestyle ONLY ONE NON-BASEMENT LOT LEFT! 4001-50 Street, Camrose Phone 780.672.5851 www.ipdi.biz

NEW ZERO-STEP DESIGN 1124 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW! Asking $379,900 A1031229

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