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Jens Christian Jensen
August 26, 1932 ~ August 22, 2021
Jens Christian Jensen of Camrose passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2021, four days shy of his 89th birthday. He was predeceased by his first wife of 43 years, Mavis in 1997, and then by Ingrid in 2018, whom he married in 2000; his parents, Semine (Minna) and Christian (Chris) Jensen, and a brother, Andreas. He is lovingly remembered by his four sons Dan (Helga), Gordon (Brenda), Grant (Kathleen), and Alan; and by grandchildren Aaron, Jason (Dezy), Jonathan (Anna Clara), Graham (Jannaya), Lesley (Tony Diep), Robyn, Eric (Sydney); along with three great-granddaughters Solveig Lilja, Sylvan, Maren; and four siblings Anna, Ken, George and Elisabeth, and countless other relatives and friends.
Dad has always been a master storyteller. Some of us recall our small children climbing up onto Grandpa’s lap to hear about his antics growing up on a dairy farm outside Cochrane, Alberta. He also recorded the farm tales on cassettes for the grandchildren living far away. All would listen attentively as he regaled them with tales of how he teased a bull, performed acrobatics on the windmill, built human-bearing kites, and other adventurous stories.
He was always creating stories, even as a blacksmith, a welder, and a machinist. When he built things, he built them extra strong, meant to last … and last … and last. When Mom wanted new kitchen cabinets, he wanted to make them out of steel plate so they would never need replacing. We teased him that there was more metal plate on his property than in the whole Canadian navy. And Dad was also an inventor. This led to the filing of many patents at the pipe mill where he worked and his own personal patent for a hot water tank shut-off. His inventions came about because of his natural curiosity, always asking himself, “why?” or “what if?” or “suppose …” He loved to read and learn. He also had a great love for the Donalda coulees and often “camped in the hills.”
When his first wife, Mavis, died in 1997, he turned to writing poetry and stories to deal with his grief and with the reality of being on his own. Among other things, he developed a manual on cooking for all hardworking men who had become single, including advice on judging the temperature of a pan: “if you spit on it and the droplet flattened out and sizzled, it was about 200 degrees.”
Dad remarried in 2000, and his new bride Ingrid provided him the companionship and love he needed. But the poems and stories continued, especially when her Alzheimer’s required her move to a care facility. The stories and poems explored his pain, grief, and loneliness, but also his strong trust in God’s grace in the midst of everything. The poems also portray a dedicated father who instilled in his children the importance of helping others and doing the “right thing.” He has shared his time and abilities with the church, the Scouts, the community, Habitat for Humanity, Camrose Men’s Shed, the Camrose and District Museum, and countless other groups and individuals.
Pallbearers are his grandchildren, and honorary pallbearers are the Camrose Men’s Shed group.
The celebration of Jens Christian Jensen’s life and faith was held on Saturday, August 28 at 10 am at Messiah Lutheran Church, 4810 50 Street, Camrose, AB. Inurnment of ashes followed at the Edberg Cemetery.
A special thanks to all the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital for their wonderful care and support for dad in his journey. Thanks also to Jim Brager for the artwork, and Harvey and David Vikse, Jeff Fox of Evraz, and Jeff Fox of Pioneer Crane for fabricating the urn.
Donations to commemorate Jens’ life can be made to Habitat for Humanity, Canadian Lutheran World Relief, or Canadian Cancer Society.
To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
For more information on The Camrose Booster Obituary Page, contact your funeral director or the Camrose Booster Kenneth Roger Midbo
April 15, 1930 ~ August 25, 2021
Ken was born April 15, 1930, on the family farm near Daysland, Alberta. His father, Knut Midbo, emigrated in 1894 from Telemark, Norway, with his brothers and sisters and parents Olav and Åsne. His mother, Svea Olofsson, was born in Alberta; her parents Oskar and Anna emigrated in 1904 from Ångermanland, Sweden.
Ken was baptized and confirmed at Scandinavia Lutheran Church by Pastor Jacob Stolee. He attended Camrose Lutheran College for three years and sang in the college choir. Ken was a longtime member of Golden Valley Lutheran Church in Viking, Alberta and in later years attended services at Messiah Lutheran Church in Camrose.
Ken married Marion (Myrehaug) on July 12, 1958, at Trinity Lutheran Church near Lougheed, Alberta. He’d worked for several years for Atlas Lumber Company and by 1956 was manager of the Lougheed store. Ken and Marion eventually settled in Viking, where Ken managed the Revelstoke business for nearly 30 years, followed by the Home Hardware business until 1996.
Ken contributed to church and community through work on church and town councils, singing in choirs, attending and participating in church and community events, and in later years, delivering meals and working with others to maintain church buildings and properties. He maintained a keen interest in local, provincial and federal politics, and enjoyed observing and studying the unfolding of world history.
When his mother returned the Midbo family land near Daysland to Ken and his brothers and sisters, Ken and brother Gordon teamed up to raise cattle and grow grain on their combined two quarter sections for nearly 20 years. Ken also replaced the original Midbo family home, which had been destroyed by fire; the new home became a family meeting place, with Ken and Marion hosting and entertaining their grandchildren, children, extended family and friends.
Over the years, Ken and Marion enjoyed many trips to Norway and Sweden, visiting with relatives and returning to ancestral homes and regions. Their travels took them to Moscow, where Ken met Mikhail Gorbachev, an event he recalled even as Alzheimer’s symptoms reduced his working memory during the last years of his life.
Ken is survived by his wife Marion; son Kevin, daughter Kathy and her husband Gordon Sellin, daughter Tracey and her husband David Thompson; grandsons Zachary Lepak and Orran Lepak, granddaughters Rae-Lee Sellin and Julie Sellin; brother Gordon Midbo and close cousin Eileen Cramton.
A private funeral will be held within the coming days. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to The Bethany Group Foundation in support of chaplaincy, education on seniors’ care, and to fund improvements to resident care (www.thebethanygroup. ca/donate).
Louida Mae Reil (Stauffer)
Louida Mae Reil (Stauffer), daughter of William and Katie Stauffer was born April 4, 1928. She passed away on August 26, 2021 at the age of 93 as the result of COVID-19.
Louida was raised on the family farm one mile west of Salem Mennonite Church. Her teen years to a large degree were spent looking after her mother, who was ill most of the time.
Louida married Dennis Reil on June 30, 1948. They resided on Grandpa Stutzman’s farm where they were blessed with Derrill, Kathy and Greg. They later moved to Tofield where Ken joined the family. After moving to Tofield, She worked as a waitress at Charlie’s Place and a cashier at a local grocery store. she later became a business woman after purchasing “The Elizabeth Shoppe”, a local clothing and shoe store. After selling their acreage and business in 1981 they moved to Newbrook, Alberta where they operated a hog farm for a number of years.
Dennis and Louida moved back to Tofield where they took up residence at the Tofield Lodge. Louida resided there until her final move to Tofield Long Term Care.
She is survived by Derrill (Theresa), Kathleen, Greg (Ellen) and Ken (Kelly); nine grandchildren Curtis (Tammy), Jordan, Tarina, Michael, Christopher, Jean-Paul, William, Kellan; six great-grandchildren Paige, Aiden, Kennedy, Cameron, Joshua and Madison. She is also survived by two brothers Merlin (Betty) Stauffer, Harley (Gloria) Stauffer; two brothers-in-law Joseph Voegtlin and Glen Reil and three sistersin-law Dorothy Juhns, Vivian Eyster and Diane Reil.
Louida was predeceased by her husband Dennis; three sisters Grace Buschant, Pearl Yoder and Florence Voegtlin and one great-grandaughter Hanna Cardinal.
Memorial donations may be made to M.C.C. or to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Sandra Rein, Political Studies, Augustana Campus, University of Alberta We are what we do
Recently, I read a lovely article—written for the CBC by Neha Chollangi, an IndoCanadian woman—about the strong ties of family, food and culture.
Newcomers often struggle to maintain connections to home and culture when they move to a new place. They manage through keeping traditions and customs, finding larger community networks, preserving their first language and food. Ideally, people find ways of sharing their culture with those in their new country.
While there are racist and anti-immigration pockets in Canada, Canadians generally support legal and managed immigration, often assuming that newcomers will acquire the language and general cultural practices with which Canadians identify. Canada celebrates its cultural “mosaic” and multiculturalism. What “nice” Canadian could possibly disagree with any of this? But ask those same Canadians about “cultural genocide” and Canada’s history of abusive and murderous residential schools and you might find these “nice” Canadians will revert to colonial expressions of civilizing necessity or “I didn’t know” or “it is the past and should be left there.”
On May 28, Canadians again had to face the reality of our Residential Schools history, reading headlines about the 215 unmarked graves of children discovered at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School, operated by the Catholic Church and later the Government of Canada. Canadians had to face that their government, even after a national Truth and Reconciliation process had been concluded, had denied funding to find the unmarked graves on former Residential School grounds. Since May, more suspected grave sites containing the remains of upwards of 1,500 individuals have been revealed. The number continues to climb as provincial and federal governments finally allocate funds to investigate more than 130 former residential school sites across Canada.
Canada has been called on to both acknowledge Residential Schools as an act of genocide and to implement the “calls to action” outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation report. There were calls for truth-telling and introspection that were welcomed by some. Yet when push comes to shove, deep-seated attachments to a Canadian identity that sees itself as essentially good, just and “nice” cannot be reconciled with the history of dispossession and genocide. Overcoming anti-Indigenous racism, stereotyping, and overt state-violence is going to take an act of will.
If we are going to find the will to reconcile our past with the present and address the impact of colonial and Canadian policies, we need to find empathy. The real, material impact of colonialism is in the physical geography of where we live, how we police, how we enact laws and extend social rights. If we can understand how food, language, and family instill a sense of self, community, and identity for newcomers, surely we can understand how forcibly removing children from their homes and families, forbidding their language and cultural practices, restricting their parents to reserves—leads to generation after generation of trauma, social dislocation and loss. Indigenous peoples were not invited to Canada, did not flee to Canada; rather, Canada was imposed upon them. Canada made promises and legal contracts and then failed to honour them.
Is there a cost to this empathy? If measured in dollars and cents, mass incarceration of Indigenous peoples, loss of property and loss of life, already are expensive. The actual cost though and why it is so hard for some people to accept that each of us Canadians bears responsibility for Reconciliation, is that it challenges many Canadians’ sense of self. However, as long as Indigenous children lie in unmarked and mass graves and Indigenous communities have undrinkable water, exist in squalor and are disproportionately subjected to state-violence, Canadians are responsible.
So, as COVID restrictions lift and we reunite to make our family favourite dish or utter a word from a lost language, look at a family photo, let’s try to imagine from a child’s perspective, what it would feel like to have that all taken away. And then, try to think about what we can do to change that, to enact the “Canadian identity” we aspire to rather than the one that is.
By Murray Green
Don Simpson is a Camrose County candidate in Division 4 (Camrose-Bittern Lake area).
“I was born and raised on our family farm in the Camrose area and have lived here all my life. I worked on road construction as a young man, farmed with my father on our family’s farm. I then worked in retail farm sales, first in fertilizer, then later in farm equipment sales. I still help my nephew and brother-in-law with the harvest.
“A few of my neighbours have been after me for awhile to put my name in for council. They say because I’m semi-retired I have the time to spend that I would be good at it so I let my name stand.
“Over the years I have gotten to know quite a few people in the division and I’m sure if they have issues they’re going to contact me.”
Simpson was on the Camrose Regional Exhibition board for close to 20 years and was president for a term. “I know when you start a project it takes some time to get familiar with how things are done and I expect the county is no different.
“After this election the county administrator is going to retire, so I’m told, so it’s going to be a big decision to hire his replacement.”
“It’s always hard to attract new business to a smaller centre, but I think that listening to people is a good start.”
Funding is always a big priority for all municipalities and he knows that the past council has worked hard and he plans to assist the new council as best as he can.
“In my division, which is Division 4, I believe that getting the municipal agreement done with the city was very important for us.
“Rural life is the best. The space and the lifestyle is second to none.”
Questions posed to the Camrose County candidates:
• How do you plan on involving residents in the decision-making processes within the
County? • What are some of the most important issues/challenges regarding the County that you feel can be addressed through council? • How would you promote growth within the County, particularly bringing industry/ employment to the area? • What are the biggest fiscal challenges in the area, and what do you envision as the best way to address them? • In your opinion, of what decision has council been a part in the past four years that has had the most impact on the County? • What do you cherish most about life in Camrose County?
Trautman a leader from Division 2
By Murray Green
Current Reeve Cindy Trautman is a Camrose County candidate in Division 2 (New Norway-Ferintosh).
“My background before being the councillor for Division 2 was primarily in agriculture and veterinary medicine (veterinary assistant and office manager). It has been a pleasure being the representative that advocates for my communities.
“As the councillor for Division 2 I will continue to welcome all residents to phone, text, email or meet in person to share their concerns and ideas. The public is welcome at the County office and can attend all public meetings. The last four years have brought forward many issues and concerns from Division 2 residents as well as other County residents during my term as Reeve, and I have done my best to address the issues as quickly as possible,” she said.
“Camrose County Council and administration continue to work on finding solutions to spend ratepayer’s tax dollars in the most effective manner. Maintenance and repairs of the roads, bridges, and culverts will always be a challenge with spring run off, varied amounts of moisture and the work of beavers, etc. Collaborating with other municipalities on issues that are beneficial to both municipalities is also important,” added Trautman.
“Economic development will continue its work to attract businesses including value agriculture and industrial to Camrose County. The County has made a commitment with the investment in bringing a municipal waterline to the industrial subdivisions. This investment sends the message that Camrose County is open for business. I am currently a member of the economic development committee which is working with small/medium businesses to offer assistance with their business needs, similar to the assistance to the Food Artisans of Camrose County. The growth of industry brings many employment and business opportunities,” stated Trautman.
“The federal and provincial government downloading of costs to municipalities (eg. police funding requisition and assessment reduction in the oil and gas industry) shows no sign of stopping. I will advocate for Camrose County and rural Alberta and continue the work of economic development, while remaining open minded to evolving methods of delivering fiscally responsible municipal services to all residents.”
Reeve Trautman has been a part of the decision making process. “There are so many good decisions which to choose from, but I feel the following reasons highlight the biggest impacts.” • the commitment to bringing a municipal waterline to the industrial parks for economic development, • negotiating a fair and equitable recreation and fire services agreement with the City of Camrose, • completing the ICF and IDP agreements as required by the Government of Alberta, • construction projects of the Camrose County Seed
Cleaning Plant, CC Sand and Salt Storage and the
CC Regional Firehall #2, • operating all services effectively through the
COVID-19 pandemic, • and advocating for rural
Alberta during the
GOA Assessment Model
Review.
“The quality and freedom of rural life. Agriculture and local growers have been in the public spotlight during the pandemic, our family truly appreciates the services they provide.”
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ROUND HILL SENIORS –
AGM. 1:00 p.m., Sept. 8, 2021, Round Hill Community Centre, seniors’ room. Coffee’s on, open to public.
THANK YOU
THE FAMILY OF ALLAN
BOWIE – would like to thank everyone for their thoughtfulness to us at the time of his passing. Thank you to Derek at Burgar Funeral Home for all your help and guidance, and to Reverend Pastuck for doing the service. Rosalind Elks Honour Guard, that was a special touch; he would have been so pleased for you to be there remembering his long time as an Elk. Chuck (Mad Platter Catering), you did a great job with lunch, thanks. A special thank you to the staff and residents at Deer Meadows for taking such good care of dad for the last 10 years. – Grant, Roger and families.
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DAYSLAND ARENA – is looking for an arena caretaker for 2021-22 season. Duties include, but are not limited to, operation of Zamboni, cleaning and maintenance of arena. Must complete criminal and child welfare checks. Email resumé to dayslandarena@gmail.com or contact Kevin 780-679-7117 for more info.
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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 –
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LaCRIA TRUCKING Potable Water Hauling Residential, Commercial, Oilfield Gerald and Marla Steinwand, Owners PHONE 780-679-9134
CORE CARPENTRY –
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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. $13.92/sq. ft./year, plus share of property taxes, utilities, waste removal and insurance, boils out to $2,648.53 all-in monthly. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.
BEST LOCATION ON MAIN STREET CAMROSE
– Excellent, affordable multi-use space with reception area, office, work area with cupboards and sink. $725/mo. includes all utilities. COVID workable. Could be the perfect place for your business. Have a look! Immediate possession. 780-679-2170.
5210-56 STREET APART-
MENTS – 3-bedroom $1050, 1-bedroom $775. Water, heat included. No partiers, no pets, no smokers. Call 587-557-9142.
2-BEDROOM APART-
MENT – 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.
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.
STORAGE SPACE – in Downtown Camrose. Secure, clean, dry, heated storage space on main floor in office building. Easy access. 124 sq. ft. $200/mo. Also 77 sq. ft. for $125/mo. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.
ASPEN TERRACE
4920-66 Street 780-851-2723
WELCOME HOME! 2-bdrm. suites available
• Suites include fridge, stove, in-suite washer and dryer • We pay heat, water, parking • Small dogs and cats welcome • Close to SAVE ON FOODS
Call today for viewing
2-BEDROOM EXECU-
TIVE SUITE – 5 appliances. Quiet neighbourhood, quiet building. No pets, no partiers, no smoking. 780-608-3131.
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. utilities included. Now available. * 750 sq. ft. large open area with corner office. $900/mo. utilities included. Call Corey at 780-679-3555
SELF-CONTAINED BAY 2400 sq. ft., a/c, 2 washrooms, renovated. Water/ sewer included. Ready now. Move-in time allowance and possible help for set-up. 5044-52 Street ~ $2250/mo. 780-608-5032
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. $1,546.32/mo. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.
CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE
Selection of very nice street level offices in newer building in Downtown Camrose * 110 sq. ft. – $219.36/mo. * 137 sq. ft. – $290.10/mo. (closer to front) * 140 sq. ft. – $279.18/mo. * Quiet, considerate neighbours * Easy access * Lots of parking for customers * Energized parking for tenants * Immediate occupancy
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Large one and two-bedrooms at 4907-54 Street. In quiet building close to senior centre and community bus stop. Available now. No pets or smoking. Call 780672-3281 or 780-672-5369.
FARM HOUSE – 45 minutes East on Hwy 13 OR house in Victoria Park, Camrose, close to Safeway, for one or two people. Available September 30. Phone 780-608-3111 or 780-608-3344.
GENEROUS OFFICE MAIN STREET CAMROSE 193 sq. ft. on second floor. Quiet considerate neighbours. Paved occupant parking in rear. $253.15/mo., all inclusive, except communications and GST. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!
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LOCATION – Immaculate, bright, spacious. Adult only fourplex close to hospital, Rosehaven, University, and half a block to lovely Mirror Lake walking paths. Vaulted ceiling, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, laundry room, five appliances. No smoking, no pets. References required. 780-679-2170.
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BI-LEVEL – 2+2 bedrooms, 1+1 baths. Full suite (down), four appliances up and down. Shared laundry plus freezer. Single attached garage, tent garage, RV parking, large back deck, large possible garden space. Near schools, quiet neighbourhood, mature adults only. No smoking, no pets. Reference required. $1400/mo. plus utilities plus DD. 780-679-8249.
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OFFICE AND SHOP FOR RENT 5234-46 Street, Camrose 1138 sq. ft. Only $975/mo. Call 780-781-7037
HOUSE IN BAWLF – On large lot. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Near excellent K-12 school. Suitable family home for non-smokers with no pets. All appliances and single car garage included. Available September 1. $1100/ mo. plus DD. Utilities not included. 780-373-3404.
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HENRY HERBERT PIA-
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IKEA FJELLSE – double bed frame. Brand new in box. Pine. Asking $150. Text 587322-6676.
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Battle River Power Coop is a cooperative electric utility in Central Alberta supplying electricity to about 8700 rural members. We have a staff of about 52 employees engaged in all aspects of power distribution, from installation to maintenance to billing, all administered from the same office near Camrose, Alberta. Warehouse Person
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Warehouse Person. This is a permanent full time position.
General Summary:
o As a Warehouse Person you are responsible and accountable for the inventory process o Coordinates the ordering, receiving, storing, inventorying, issuing and shipping of materials, supplies, shop tools, equipment and parts, in the stockroom, warehouse and yard o Receives, stores, and distributes material, tools, equipment and products o Maintenance and inspections as required on yard, buildings, tools and equipment o Provide assistance to the field crews in areas as required
Qualifications:
o Two to fi ve years of Warehouse experience o Effective organization and planning skills with a background using Microsoft Office o Self-starter with the ability to work productively and independently o Excellent interpersonal, team participation and communication skills Hours of Operation: Hours of operation are generally 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Salary and Benefits: Battle River Power Coop offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. Applications: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and current resumé via email or to address below by Friday, September 10, 2021 at 4:00 pm.
We appreciate and consider all applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit your resumé to: Battle River Power Coop Attention: Human Resources Box 1420, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3 Fax: 780-672-7969 Email: valerie.king@brpower.coop
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
Battle River Power Coop is a cooperative electric utility in Central Alberta supplying electricity to about 8700 rural members. We have a staff of about 52 employees engaged in all aspects of power distribution, from installation to maintenance to billing, all administered from the same office near Camrose, Alberta.
(Maternity Leave)
General Summary:
o Record timely and accurate data entry in respect to payments, meter reads and deposits o Record information, receive payments, process forms o Customer service, answer inquiries and handle complaints o Required to follow the approved Compliance Plan and all training materials, policy and procedures for the Battle River Wires Division Regulated Rate Option and the Battle River Energy Division Affiliated Rate Option
Qualifications:
o Strong interpersonal communications and customer service skills o Experience in an electrical utility billing or background in a utility environment would be a strong asset o Capable of working to deadline in a fast-paced multitasking environment o Training in the following areas: Code of Conduct, Affiliated Retailer Training, FOIP and PIPA, Excel o Knowledge of V8 Computer System Hours of Operation: Hours of operation are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Salary and Benefits: Battle River Power Coop offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. Applications: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and current resumé via email or to the address below by Friday, September 10, 2021 at 4:00 pm.
We appreciate and consider all applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit your resumé to: Battle River Power Coop Attention: Human Resources Box 1420, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3 Fax: 780-672-7969 Email: valerie.king@brpower.coop
Administrative Bookkeeper
We are currently looking for a Customer service orientated Administrative Bookkeeper who is organized and has knowledge of quickbooks (accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and month end procedures), and is proficient in Excel and Word. We are currently offering part time with the possibility of moving into full time. Hours to start would be 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4 days a week. If you are interested in the exciting industry of building homes and love working as a team or on your own then this is the job for you! Please email your resumé to celina@zetsen.com.
Male with knife threatens female
August 27
Camrose Police were contacted after a male had threatened a female with a knife in an apartment building. It was determined that the male had attended the female’s apartment upset that she was causing too much noise. The 21-year-old then proceeded to hold the knife to her face and then stabbed her door several times. The male was located, arrested and charged with Possession of a Dangerous Weapon, Assault with a Weapon and Mischief.
A witness contacted police after he observed a van intentionally swerve toward a female pedestrian. Police located the driver inside his vehicle hiding in a green space along the railway tracks. The 38-year-old who had conditions not to have contact with the female was charged with one count of Breach.
Police were advised of an abandoned vehicle south of Camrose Drive. The vehicle was determined to have been stolen and the property of Lamont County. Police are following up on evidence left inside the vehicle to identify the suspect.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LANDFILL ATTENDANT OPERATOR – WDML REGIONAL LANDFILL
Camrose County has two vacancies for Permanent Full-time Heavy Equipment Operators to work at the West Dried Meat Lake Regional Landfill located at 21184 SEC HWY 609 / SW-14-44-21-W4 (Ferintosh Area).
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
• Experience and skills in heavy equipment operations • Landfill experience • Envision waste progression and site development • Class 5 Operator’s permit (subject to obtaining an abstract) • Experience with computers • Ability to work in a team environment • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills • Proven mechanical aptitude and experience • Certification as a Class IIA Landfill Operator, or willingness to pursue certification
Working under the supervision of the Landfill Manager and Site Supervisor this individual would be responsible for, but not limited to:
• Equipment operations (Compactor, Loader, Dozer,
Water Truck, Skid Steer) • Scale House operations (Weighing trucks, dealing with public, directing traffic) • Grounds Maintenance (picking litter, recycling operations, tidying site) • Routine Equipment Maintenance • Ability to learn and use Camrose County’s specialized software systems • Other duties as required
The working conditions for this position include:
• Sitting/Standing for extended periods of time • Working outside in all weather conditions • Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects • Working with the public This position requires shift work from Monday to Saturday. The regular hours of work are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Interested applicants should forward their resumés to:
Darren King Manager, West Dried Meat Lake Regional Landfill Phone 780-679-6519 Email: dking@county.camrose.ab.ca
Camrose County thanks all those that respond; however, only those that are selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position falls under the Collective Agreement between the International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 955 and Camrose County.
County prepares for election process
By Murray Green
Candidates for Camrose County are emerging for the upcoming Municipal Election that will be held on October 18.
Voters will be electing councillors in seven divisions. The reeve is nominated at the organizational meeting each fall from among the elected officials.
Candidates elected in the 2021 Municipal Election will be elected for a four-year term (2021-25).
As of August 24, Karen Forster and Carl Bergstrom are candidates in Division 1; current Reeve Cindy Trautman, Division 2; Corey Szott, Ernest Bertschi and Tina Sroka in Division 3; Angeline Debogorski and Don Simpson in Division 4; Joel Hein, Kael Crichton and Jordon Jeffrey Banack, Division 6; Carlene Wetthuhn, Division 5; incumbent Doug Lyseng and John Girvin, Division 7.
Although incumbent Brain Willoughby in Division 5 hasn’t filed his papers yet, he has indicated he will be a candidate again.
Anyone wishing to run as a councillor must fill out a nomination paper and candidate acceptance form prior to and including nomination day, by noon on September 20, to qualify as a candidate.
Papers are available at the County office and on the website at www.county. camrose.ab.ca.
Forms are to be signed by County executive assistant Jody Yuha or administrator Paul King. For more information phone 780-672-4446.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
VOLUNTEER FIRE CHIEF
Camrose County is currently accepting applications for the volunteer position of Fire Chief for the Camrose County Fire Hall #2, which is located on Highway 609 at Range Road 211. The Camrose County Fire Chief is under the direction and supervision of the Protective Services Manager/Sgt. or his designate. The Camrose County Fire Chief will be responsible for planning, organizing and directing County Fire Department functions including recruitment, training, fire prevention, and suppression. The position is also responsible for the coordination of an integrated team of Firefighters. This volunteer position is paid by honorarium.
Qualifications:
• Exhibits behaviour to the highest standard, both personally and professionally. • Possesses a valid Alberta Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement preferred, and a clean Criminal
Record. • Experience with emergency/disaster responses as related to fire. • Thorough understanding of all applicable Standard
Operating Guidelines for the Fire Service. • Knowledge of fire attack tactics and fire behaviour would be an asset. • Knowledge of applicable provincial and municipal legislation, bylaws, and policies. • Knowledge of computers including, but not limited to,
Microsoft Office and Excel. • Completion of NFPA 1001 Level 1 Certification(s). • Experience as a Firefighter or Fire Officer, preferably including experience as an Incident Commander. • Experience in personnel management would be an asset. A detailed Job Description is available on the Camrose County web page at www.county.camrose.ab.ca This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Interested candidates are requested to forward their application and resumé either by mail or email, marked “Confidential”, to the attention of: Mike Kuzio Protective Services Manager/Sgt. Camrose County 3755-43 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 mkuzio@county.camrose.ab.ca
All applicants are thanked for their interest and advised that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
To Samantha and Chad Treleaven, of Bittern Lake, a daughter on August 19.
To Arrianne and Brandon Pederson, of Bawlf, a son on August 20.
To Charley and Cole Boyd, of Camrose, a son on August 23. DEATHS
Jack Hart of Tofield, on August 18 at 83 years of age.
Gerald “Gerry” Clark Chute of Tofield, on August 19, at 81 years of age.
Sandy Johnson of Camrose, on August 21, at 97 years of age.
Jens Christian Jensen of Camrose, on August 22, at 88 years of age.
Josephine Elizabeth Ilnicki of Round Hill, on August 24, at 94 years of age.
Clifford Syverin Knudslien of Tofield, on August 24, at 78 years of age.
Grant Leroy Skippen of Camrose, formerly of Calgary, on August 24, at 86 years of age.
Ronald Durward Andrews of Round Hill, formerly of Sherwood Park, on August 24, at 81 years of age.
Wilbur Stauffer of Tofield, at 92 years of age.
Kenneth Roger Midbo of Daysland and Viking, on August 25, at 91 years of age.
Frank Howard Laverty of Camrose, on August 26, at 85 years of age.
Louida Mae Reil of Tofield, on August 26, at 93 years of age.
Raymond Gabourie of Daysland, formerly of Camrose, on August 27, at 87 years of age.
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