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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – WDML REGIONAL LANDFILL

Camrose County WDML Regional Landfill, located at 21184 Sec. Hwy 609 / SW 14-44-21-W4 (Ferintosh Area), has an opening for an Administrative Assistant; this is a oneyear term position and may become a permanent full-time position. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible to provide clerical and administrative support to the Manager of WDML Regional Landfill.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma; and/or • Administrative assistant training from a recognized institute • Excellent knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office

Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) • Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable would be an asset • Experience with the collection of overdue accounts • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work with minimal supervision • Ability to work within a team environment • Experience with agenda preparation and recording minutes • Punctuality, reliability, and strict attention to detail is required • Experience with a computerized scale program would be an asset

The working conditions for this position include:

• Sitting/standing for extended periods of time • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse • Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects • Working with the public Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – 35 hours per week Competition Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.

Interested applicants should forward their resumés by email to:

Darren King Manager, West Dried Meat Lake Regional Landfill Email: dking@county.camrose.ab.ca

Camrose County thanks all those who respond to this position, only those that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

PERMANENT POSITIONS

Electricians Welders Fabricators Powder Coaters General Plant Helper Permanent, Full Time Employment, Day and Night Shifts for Hard Working Individuals, Competitive Salary and Full Benefits in our new second Wetaskiwin Factory Email your resumé in confidence to: acdandy@acdandy.com

A.C. Dandy Products Ltd. Ph: 780-361-5300

STRAIGHT SHOOTER

Ava Heie is preparing for a busy winter in cross-country skiing and biathlon by training this summer and fall. The local athlete was named to the Alberta development team.

Part-time Inside Salesperson

The Soap Stop is looking for a passionate, people orientated salesperson to round out our team. The Soap Stop is a locallyowned business that has been in operation for over 35 years serving Camrose and area; the highest quality cleaning products paired with exceptional customer service. We have both storefront and delivery services to ensure that our customers have the right cleaning product exactly when they need it. We are looking for a part-time addition to our team who specializes in customer service, learning new things, and supporting small, local businesses in Camrose.

Qualifi cations:

• Comfortable working with computers • Motivated to provide high levels of customer service • Organized • Ability to work alone • Capable of lifting and moving 25+ kg safely • Courteous and professional demeanor • Ability to communicate clearly

Duties:

• Front desk customer service and sales • Answering phones • Advising customers • Taking and ensuring order accuracy • Accurate handling of cash transactions • Stocking of shelves • Maintaining storefront appearance and other duties as required Hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday with half hour lunch break. Possibility of one Saturday per month from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Training: To be provided by the Soap Stop Team Remuneration: $18.00 to $20.00 per hour depending on the applicant’s qualifications Closing Date: September 6, 2021, 12:00 noon To apply, please email your cover letter and resumé to greg@soapstop.ca. Only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

Janitorial and Industrial Cleaning Supplies

5011-46 Street Camrose, AB T4V 3G3 www.soapstop.ca

Heie joins biathlon development team

By Murray Green

Ava Heie of the Camrose Ski Club is the newest member of the Biathlon Alberta development team.

The 13-year-old student has been skiing for 10 years, but just started to take up biathlon last year.

Ava enjoys the shooting component that is the difference between skiing and biathlon. “I find skiing to be fun, but shooting adds a different element to it,” said Ava. “Shooting gives you the opportunity to have a rest from skiing and focus something else. It adds a new challenge.”

The decision was based on the previous year, because the events were cancelled last season, due to COVID-19.

“It was a surprise to be named to the development team. I didn’t know where I would be compared to others, because we didn’t have events to gain results from,” added Ava.

“I just kept working hard to reach a higher level. I trained by running, biking, roller skiing and regular skiing. I have to go to special training camps now. Camps are all over the province,” said Ava. “Making the team inspires me to get better.”

She has age on her side and time to improve before setting her goals. “I want to make Team Alberta in the future as my goal.”

Ava is still undecided if she will choose skiing or biathlon in which to specialize. “I like the classical and skate part of skiing, but also the shooting of biathlon. It will be a tough decision.”

It is not uncommon for people to participate in both sports for a few years before making that decision.

She credits the Camrose Ski Club for helping her make the development team this summer.

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The Battle River Community Foundation (BRCF) awarded a $3,750 grant to University of Alberta Augustana Campus.

The grant supported the Designated Speakers Fund at the University’s Chester Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life.

“The Chester Ronning Centre is so very grateful for the support of the Battle River Community Foundation,” remarked University of Alberta Augustana Campus assistant dean, Advancement Debbie McIntosh.

“The support provided to the Distinguished Visiting Fellows Fund allowed us to host virtual presentations and speakers such as Reverend Nontombi Naomi Tutu and Sarah Hurwitz.”

McIntosh explained that the virtual events increased registrations to include attendees from around the world. “We thank Battle River Community Foundation for making that possible.”

The grant is from income from the Phil and Doris Anderson Fund, which is a Donor Advised Fund established by Doris Anderson. A Donor Advised Fund allows the donor to recommend a grant recipient or recipients to the Foundation Board annually from income generated within the fund.

The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support charitable organizations in East Central Alberta, which benefit the local communities and have a positive impact on the future.

Grants from the Battle River Community Foundation are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principals of these endowment funds are kept intact and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organizations.

Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $7,250,000 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region.

To learn more about funding projects or programs at Augustana Campus, contact Debbie McIntosh, assistant dean, Advancement at 780-679-1183.

To learn more about the Chester Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life, contact Dr. Ian Wilson, director at 780-679-1165.

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

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Battle River Community Foundation chairman Kevin Gurr presents the cheque to Debbie McIntosh, assistant dean, Advancement at Augustana Campus.

Central Agencies Home of the Week Updated bungalow

Wally Wrubleski

By Lori Larsen

This well-maintained four-bedroom bungalow has everything you need to enjoy home ownership. Located in the well-established Century Meadows subdivision, this home is close to parks and a school, and is an ideal location or a growing family.

The home itself has plenty of updates, including a new open concept design.

Gorgeous laminate floors lead from the spacious living room into the goodsized dining area. Large open passthroughs will keep conversation flowing while dinner is being prepared in the amazing upgraded kitchen.

Granite counter tops, stunning dark cabinets with full extension lower drawers, an eating bar and stylish backsplash, stainless steel appliances and light fixtures add to the in-mode kitchen.

The main bedroom has its own twopiece en suite for easy getting ready in the morning. Two more bedrooms and an updated main four-piece bathroom offers so much room for the family on the main floor.

The finished lower level has a large family room area for gatherings or elder children to call their own space, one more bedroom, a three-piece bathroom and a laundry and storage area.

Enjoy the warmth of the upgraded furnace (2016) in the winter, and air conditioning in the summer.

Walk out the back door to a large fully fenced and landscaped backyard (which includes succulent berry bushes) and enjoy barbecuing on the patio. A huge asset is the detached, insulated 24’ x 24’ garage, with back lane access.

This wonderfully updated home, located at 6204-39 Avenue and priced at $334,900, is move-in ready just in time for the fall. Join Wally Wrubleski for an open house on Thursday,

August 26, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., or Saturday, August 28, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.,

or for a personal viewing, contact Wally at:

Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 Cell 780-781-7323

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