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Vol. LXIX, No. 51
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November 16, 2021
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Just because Mirror Lake appears to be frozen, the ice isn’t necessarily thick enough in all places to support the weight of a person or group of friends. Take heed of the signs which warn people not to try their luck on any central Alberta body of water as of yet. And if that slough, creek, river, dugout or lake doesn’t have signs visible, it’s better to be safe rather than sorry. The weather simply has not been seasonable enough to risk your life by experimenting with ice thickness. Parents: this is an opportunity to warn your kids about the potential danger!
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News Features MLA Wilson updates County council.2 Reflections by Bonnie Hutchinson . . 4 Just Sayin’. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Grateful Grannies Christmas Market, gifts from the heart. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Kurek joins shadow minister. . . . . . 11 City of Camrose manager defines role of council. . . . . . . . . . . 12 Ask the Chief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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“I read regularly about millions of dollars given to Ontario and Quebec to upgrade high speed internet, but nothing ever for rural Alberta. I read this morning (November 9) where $7.7 million is to be spent on bringing service to 690 houses in Quebec. That is roughly $11,000 per house. Why is that money not flowing to Alberta? We have trouble getting small businesses going because we don’t have adequate
internet service,” asked County administrator Paul King. “The province announced a big chunk of cash, right here in Camrose, for high speed internet and where are we with funding for that?” continued King. “Broadband is going to be a big push forward over the next year by Service Alberta Mr. (minister Nate) Glubish. We put in $150 million for next year and hope to do the same next year. We are working with broadband suppliers and the federal government. Hopefully, we will have $1 billion for our broadband strategy. He is putting the strategy together and it is going to be different everywhere. We can’t put fibre optics everywhere because it would cost $1 million a home. So each area will be different,” explained MLA Wilson. “I talked to him twice in Camrose and there was no hint of a plan,” stated Reeve Cindy Trautman. “He (Glubish) has a huge map of Alberta in his office and he is developing a plan. It is just that every area has a different plan. Towers might work in some areas. You should put together a plan of what you think will work for your area, put in what you would like to see, and see how it compares,” suggested Wilson.
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The holiday season is fast approaching. So, too, is the time to get ready to assemble food and toy hampers for the Merry Christmas Fund. The Camrose Merry Christmas Fund was started 56 years ago, when less fortunate within the community needed food hampers. Last year, the Camrose Merry Christmas Fund supplied about 250 hampers to families. “We are preparing for 252 hampers this year,” said Merry Christmas Fund co-chair Morris Henderson. “Last year, we raised about $25,000. We need to raise a little more in order to purchase food for the hampers if we receive more requests.” Donations can be made at the Royal Bank and Camrose Fire Hall. You can also mail donations to: Merry Christmas Fund, Box 1612, Camrose, AB T4V 1X6. The Camrose Merry Christmas Fund is a registered charity, so people who make donations by December 31 will be
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number for the centre is 780-679-3220. Camrose Kinettes’ Silent Santa accepts gifts for children to include with hampers. Volunteers also help deliver toys packaged by the Camrose Kinettes. “We will meet at the Fire Hall at 9 a.m. on December 18 to start delivering hampers,” said Morris.
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Feeling a little beleaguered as our world drags along? Wondering how to handle some situation that’s troubling you? I read this story in my friend Sandra Martini’s online newsletter while I was pondering a problem. It changed my perspective. ***
Sandra’s story (used with her permission): While walking back to my car from a grocery store the other day, I saw what appeared to be a tiny house with a deck on top in the bed of an old pickup truck. Personally, I love watching the “Tiny House” shows and couldn’t resist asking the owner about his tiny house as he put his groceries inside. He lit up, shook my hand, introduced himself as Julian. Here’s a quick summary of two years ago. Julian’s wife managed the finances. She stopped paying all bills with his name on them, moved her boyfriend in and changed the locks. His truck, which he used for work, was repossessed and he was served with divorce papers. With less than $50 in his wallet, he lost his job because he was not able to commute the 35 miles to work. Homeless and jobless, he went to Labor Ready–a place where workers are hired for a day’s labor. After showing up every day for two weeks without success, he got a steady job. And last year: He financed an old pick-up truck from his boss and got the okay to take any unsellable excess vinyl siding from job sites. He used that vinyl siding to build a tiny house on the back of his pickup truck, while saving for an apartment. He got an apartment (now saving for a house) and turned his tiny house into a mobile recording studio and hires himself out as a DJ. The deck on top of his tiny house is used as scaffolding for two-story houses and he makes “house deposit money” replacing vinyl siding using the unsellable excess he gets from his regular job. And today? He’s working on a non-profit deal with some churches to use their land and his vinyl siding to build tiny houses for homeless people. He credits his faith and consistently taking action with his many successes. My friend’s conclusion: “No matter where you are in life or business, there is always hope, especially when paired with consistent action.” What problem? In the minutes before I read that story, I’d been thinking about something I thought was a problem. After I read the story, I couldn’t remember what the problem was. Days later, as I’m writing this, I still can’t remember! Three thoughts came to me after I read my friend’s story. 1. Anything I might wish to be different in my life is definitely a first world problem–an inconvenience or something that’s not my preference. Might even be a figment of my imagination. 2. The things I wish were different in my life are within my power to do something about–if I’m willing to do so! 3. Sometimes the solution to what I think is a problem is an attitude adjustment. And then I was flooded with gratitude for the blessings in my life–including that I have the luxury of time and space and safety even to think about stuff like this! Three quotes
“The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the president. You realize that you control your own destiny.” ~ Albert Ellis “I know God will not give me anything I can’t handle. But sometimes I just wish God didn’t trust me so much.” ~ Mother Teresa “Problems are not stop signs; they are guidelines.” ~ Robert H. Schuller ***
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Arnold Malone’s piece on Proportional Representation (PR) raises some interesting dilemmas (mostly in countries that have a very large number of political parties); the limitations of the First Past the Post (FPP) system coupled with divisive partisan politicos has created a deeply divided, disillusioned and disenfranchised (DDDD) electorate. The good news is that there are other options; it is unfortunate that Justin Trudeau’s unfulfilled electoral promise of voting reform ignored the New Zealand system which is Mixed-Member Proportional representation (MMP). In NZ, every person gets two votes; one for a representative of their electoral district and one vote for a party. This has the effect of producing progressive bipartisan and tripartisan sponsored legislation developed cooperatively by committee. Power in the Prime Minister’s office and in the hands of party whips is substantially reduced. Of additional benefit, NZ has no Senate. Many independent candidates are elected in the districts while the party elected candidates are chosen from a prioritized list of candidates chosen for their “real world” expertise and educational background. Several seats are reserved for Maori and only Maori voters can vote for these candidates. The resulting parliament is characterized by exemplary representatives, who have a consensus to work together, who are very highly qualified in terms of education and experience, and who are less influenced by partisanship. My travels over the past 40 years in more than 75 countries have observed the complete spectrum of governments from dictatorships to democracies. Canada lags very far behind other developed nations in Europe and Asia in terms of good legislation, policies, technology and best practices. In addition, COVID-19 has exposed Canada’s vulnerability in terms of supply chain issues, self sufficiency in many economic sectors (energy, pharmaceutics, manufacturing, steel production, rare earth metals and others) plus our dependence upon foreign imports. It is unrealistic to believe that a single party can solve our long-standing problems; a collaborative, non-ideological approach is required
with a collective vision to add value to our raw exports and develop Canadian self sufficiency. This post COVID-19 era requires highly qualified politicos willing to put aside their regional differences, their hunger for power, and promote more private members bills and more free votes. Our recovery is contingent upon independent thinking representatives, who are immune to the power centralised in the Prime Minister’s office and the dictates of party whips. Lynn Clark, Camrose Need help
This is a scream for help from an old man who has lived a wonderful and easy life and can now see that humanity is rushing to a precipice. I feel desperate for humanity and life now, and I would like to help, but I am 88 years old and have discovered in the last few weeks that I have cancer that could result in my living only a short time longer. Why might this old guy in the twilight of his life be so worried about humanity, when he should relax and enjoy his remaining years? I grew up on my parents’ quarter-section farm during the Great Depression. We had no money, but grew plenty of our own food in our garden. As soon as the war started, my dad had lots of money. My younger brother and I wandered the fields and bushes, the creeks ran clear and the ponds were filled with interesting life. Now if I go back to look at the countryside, I am saddened by the destruction caused in only a few decades by the huge industrial farms. The creeks are dry, the ponds are drained and the bushes are bulldozed to allow the huge fields needed for the million-dollar machines that are considered necessary for so-called efficient farming. In my childhood, the social connection of the people on the small farms was great. There were the churches, the dance hall, and everyone went to the local town on Saturday afternoon. Then the irrefutable power of money drove most of the people to the city, where everyone is a stranger. The power of money and property and our present economic system are causing the destruction of life. Even if we can convert all energy use to renewable electric, will it happen soon enough to save us? Even if
we have an energy system that does not create CO2, will that stop the cancerous growth of our disastrous economic system? We must immediately stop this foolish concern only for ourselves. We are obsessed by our own greed, but far more important is the mass extinction of species, destruction of nature and accelerating climate change. How can we sit by while most of humanity struggles in despair and a small number are ridiculously wealthy? This cannot continue. Surely most of us do not wish to see life, including humanity, fail and go out of existence. Arnold Baker, Camrose No answers
I would like to respond to Mr. Kurek’s article in the November 9 edition of The Booster. Judging by the tone of this article, it appears Mr. Kurek has had a bad day or has been exposed to some conspiracy stories. The entire article is about how those evil Liberals are trying to destroy Alberta’s economy. I note that there is not a single example of how Conservatives would do things differently and a question of differing opinions is not considered at all. The change of energy from hydrocarbons to something else is going to be long and will incur some false starts and errors. The 3300 acres of the latesttechnology solar panel farm in Vulcan County along with 83 new windmills is expected to supply fewer than 200,000 houses with energy; basically a drop in the bucket as far as energy required to serve the Province. By comparison, the switch from whale oil to petroleum was simple and easy. The switch to another source of energy from hydrocarbons is going to take a while and oil and gas will be needed for the transition. Since Mr. Kurek does not supply any alternative to the Liberal proposal, I suspect the Conservative plan is to wait until the last barrel of oil is extracted and then look for alternatives. The side issue of climate change is obviously a non issue for Mr. Kurek and the Conservatives. Horst Schreiber, Ohaton
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50 Years Ago This Week – from Nov. 16, 1971 edition • Bob Hurlburt, a Director of the Camrose Ski Club, announced commencement of pre-season exercises at the ski lodge. The instructor was Doug Erickson, a C.L.C. physical education student. • Scout leader Duff Franklin received a Gilwell tie tack from Len Bredeson, Assistant District Commissioner of the Wildrose District Boy Scouts of Canada. Mr. Franklin qualified for the award when he completed six basic units of Scout Leaders’ training courses. Mr. Franklin, who is Deputy Police Chief, is Scout Leader in the 2nd Camrose Troop. • The residents of the Hay Lakes community celebrated the grand opening of their new community hall. Our edition remarked that, “This is a fine example of what can be achieved when a community shows the enthusiasm and initiative that was demonstrated by the residents of Hay Lakes and surrounding area.”
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Canada Post asks you to shop early this Christmas By Murray Green
If you are mailing gifts to loved ones this holiday season to avoid extra travel, Canada Post is asking shoppers to do so early to avoid the rush. Canada Post is gearing up for a holiday season that could have a continued shift to online shopping due to COVID-19. If you are just sending a card or parcel locally, then you can wait until
December 20. But if you are sending a regular parcel within the Camrose region, it should be sent by December 15. If your regular parcel needs to get across Canada, then it is best to send it by December 9, unless you are going with Priority Post. Shipments to the United States should also be sent by December 9. International opera-
tions are still significantly affected by COVID-19 restrictions and shortage of air cargo capacity. Some shipments to Europe are also getting hung up, delayed and, in some cases, returned. These are suggested dates if you want the parcels to be delivered before Christmas. If your parcel is going to Africa, Caribbean, South America, Middle East, or Asia by small packet–
November 19; Australia– November 25; China, India or eastern Europe–November 26; Switzerland or United Kingdom–November 30; Japan or Netherlands–December 1; France or Germany–December 7. Canada Post is asking Canadians to shop earlier, which will help spread volumes out over the season and help businesses fulfill orders. Canada Post will con-
tinue to put the safety of its employees first as it responds to the significant holiday parcel demand. They will deliver on weekends in many communities, add more parcel pickup locations, and hours at many post offices will be extended as the holidays get closer. Check with your local Canada Post outlet for more details and updates.
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able to give to the extent that I was able in accordance with my capabilities at any particular time in my life. “I feel that I have led a comfortable life and I am grateful for my time on this earth, but I feel that just existing means that I should give whatever I can to help others. I would encourage others to consider the “WHY?” of their existence and then decide to give whatever they can, to develop and/or improve things. In my estimation, the Battle River Community Foundation is an excellent vehicle for one’s personal philanthropy.” The Battle River Community Foundation can help you fulfill your philanthropic dream – big or small – right here at home. We can help you make your dream a reality. Philanthropy resides in everyone, and together we can make it flourish right here in our own backyard. Contributions received before year end will receive a charitable donation receipt that can be applied against your 2021 income taxes.
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Camrose honours 100 years remembering poppy By Murray Green
The Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion remembered those who stood up for Canada in past wars and conflicts, and celebrated 100 years of the symbol of the poppy at the Remembrance Day Service at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on November 11. The service was led by Legion president Adrian Zinck and chaplain MaryAnn Pastuck. “From east and west, and from north and south, we gather on this day of Remembrance to give thanks and praise. We come to be inspired by the word of God and honour the sacrifices of those who committed themselves to service before self. In times of peace, in times of conflict, and times of uncertainty, we remember that we are not alone. We are the people of God connected across time and space from generation to generation. We are united by the One who said no one has greater love than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. We gather our thoughts, prayers and our feelings,” said chaplain Pastuck. Olivia Belanger read from Scriptures and local poet Liza Kozak shared her writing recognizing the 100th anniversary of the poppy. Tyler Weber addressed the audience on behalf of MP Damien Kurek. “Each November, Canadians wear poppies, give readings of In Flanders Fields, we participate in services at cenotaphs and community centres. We have two minutes of silence to remember, we can live in freedom. Veterans’ Week honours the service, courage and sacrifice our men and women in uniform have made, around the world and at home, across many generations. It’s hard today to imagine the trenches of the First World War or the air raids of the Second World
Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion president Adrian Zinck, right, watches MLA Jackie Lovely place a wreath on behalf of the province during the Remembrance Day Service held at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on November 11.
War, or even the fear of the Cold War igniting again. And yet each year, it is our duty to take a moment to thank those who donned our nation’s uniform. I encourage every Canadian to take time to reflect on those who faced insurmountable odds. Let us remember our current soldiers who serve in war-torn countries to provide security to support democratic movements. On Remembrance Day, let us remember those sacrifices and the unseen battle scares. Let us not forget the families that stand behind those who serve,” said Weber. “This is a special
Remembrance Day for the Camrose Legion because it marks the 100th anniversary of the poppy, the symbol of remembrance. I support all of the hard work done by the Legion for this day, and all the work it does to raise money for veterans. We gather today to honour those who laid down their lives to protect our nation. We honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us and our country. I’m grateful we can live our lives in peace. That is why we take a moment to reflect on those who paid the ultimate price,” said MLA Jackie Lovely. “We are here to hon-
our family members who gave up their safety for us. During the Second World War, Camrose served as a place to prepare people to go to war with training at the old fairgrounds that turning into army training grounds. Canadian boys were in Camrose to receive basic training, and many of those would not return. Today, as every November 11th since 1931, we honour the sacrifice young men and women made to Canada, losing their lives for us. Armistice Day was recognized since the end of the First World War; we now honour those in other wars, who dedicated their
lives to help people both in Canada and across the globe. From the Army to the Navy and Air Force, the work continues to assist with basic medical services and food security. The work of those people benefits others worldwide. Today we honour, commemorate and remember them,” said Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko. The Camrose and Area Children’s Choir, École Camrose Composite High School Band (via video) and Donna Schroeder provided music for the service. Alex Oliver played the bagpipes and Bob Bailey played the trumpet during the service.
Grateful Grannies Christmas Market, gifts from the heart By Lori Larsen
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and with the chill in the air comes a sense of anticipation for the season and thoughts of finding unique gifts to present to loved ones or friends. The annual tradition of the Grateful Grannies Christmas Market conjures up ideas for homemade, handcrafted items for gifts that not only bring joy to the receiver, but to others who are worlds away. “The Grateful Grannies are a dedicated group of grandmothers and grand ‘others’, who, along with hundreds of other groups across Can-
ada, raise money to support the African grandmothers,” explained Grateful Grannies (Camrose and Area) member Janet Galenza. “These grandmothers are working tirelessly to raise their orphaned grandchildren, whose parents have died in the AIDS/HIV pandemic that continues to exact a toll on Sub-Saharan Africa.” Galenza added that this year, COVID has placed an immeasurable burden with additional stress on food supply, healthcare access, employment, school restrictions and isolation requirements. “While we in Canada are starting to plan for a post-COVID reality, where we can once
again reconnect with loved ones, travel and venture out, many of our partners in Sub-Saharan Africa are finding that hope and optimism are out of reach in the face of dealing with two pandemics.” Due to the uncertainty around COVID restrictions, the Grateful Grannies Christmas Market will once again be forgoing the usual location at the Bailey Theatre and moving the market to the Duggan Mall Saturday morning Farmers’ Market for four weeks starting November 27 until December 18. The Farmers’ Market operates from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.
“The Grateful Grannies have been facing many challenges, both in trying to keep our membership and the public engaged in our cause, while also ensuring the safety of our friends and family,” commented Galenza. “We were very warmly received by the Farmers’ Market last year, and felt this would be our safest option, with all the uncertainty that COVID continues to bring to our attempts at planning.” The Grateful Grannies Christmas Market will feature a variety of homemade items, including the popular AIDS angels and delightful gnomes.
“The Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign raises money to finance community-based organizations which identify where funding is most needed and support these areas of need. Grassroots movements such as ours are starting to make many transformative changes in dealing with the demands of fighting diseases such as AIDS/HIV. With two pandemics to battle, our help is needed more than ever.” For more information, or if you wish to donate items to the Grateful Grannies Christmas Market, contact Janet Galenza at 780-679-2676.
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Kurek joins shadow minister By Murray Green
Battle River-Crowfoot Member of Parliament Damien Kurek was appointed as the deputy shadow minister of Rural Economic Development and Rural Broadband Strategy. “Coming from rural Alberta, I understand firsthand the challenges that we are facing,” said Kurek, in response to the appointment. “Many of them relate directly to the economy. If we invest in rural Canada, we all benefit.” He went on to say that, “Many rural communities, small businesses, organizations and families are being held back from achieving their full potential. This unrealized potential includes our legacy industries, such as the resource and agricultural sectors, and the ability to see breakthrough in new and
innovative sectors that will transform our nation and grow our economy. Rural Canada can and should be part of the solution to the challenges facing our nation,” said Kurek. He said this is a great fit as he is passionate about advocating for rural concerns as he takes on this role. Additionally, he stated that he is looking forward to working with the shadow minister of Rural Economic Development and Rural Broadband Strategy, MP Lianne Rood. Parliament is set to resume on November 22, where Canada’s Conservatives will be focused on holding the Liberal-NDP coalition to account and bringing forward positive, common-sense solutions to the challenges Canadians face.
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years ago and has served the division in a variety of strategic roles, including assistant superintendent of human resources, deputy superintendent and for the last number of years, chief superintendent. He was a well-respected voice at the College of Alberta School Superintendents (CASS) and has held the prestigious role of president of the Council of Catholic School Superintendents of Alberta. “We will be forever grateful to Shawn for his service to EICS and the greater educational community. We wish him and his family the absolute best in retirement,” said chair Paszek. The EICS board of trustees and central learning team have been working on a transition plan prior to his retirement, which is anticipated to begin in early 2022.
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Hospice grief and bereavement navigator, busy seven months By Lori Larsen
It has been seven months since Camrose Hospice Society Grief and Bereavement navigator Lori-Ann Huot took on the position with a steady pace, navigating individuals through their journey of grief. “It has been a busy seven months for sure,” said Huot. “It has gone by quickly. It seemed to be quite a seamless transition from Bill (Harder) to myself. I don’t think any of us really knew what to expect because Bill was really so much the heart of Hospice and we knew he would be terribly missed. We didn’t know how much that might impact individuals reaching out for support.” Since April, the total number of one-on-one client visits reached 313. The total amount of referrals since April includes 76 new clients and 27 returning clients, of which 23 per cent are male and 77 per cent are female. The ages of clients range from five to 91 years of age. Referrals to the Hospice are made through other service agencies within the community or individual self referrals. In the beginning, Huot’s position consisted of 20 hours per week, which has since increased to 25 hours per week in an effort to accommodate the increasing demand for grief and bereavement support. “I anticipate it will continue to increase,” said Huot, adding that COVID is playing a factor. “Individuals who are grieving the loss of someone they love and because of the isolation that even COVID creates, it is further isolating them from their regular support systems.” Huot said that grief extends beyond death loss-
es to other losses, such as milestones, celebrations, employment and connection with loved ones, which can be further compounded by the loss of a loved one. “As much as we want to pretend there is a world without COVID, it is so much central to everything we are doing.” As a grief navigator, Huot’s primary work is to assist individuals to navigate their way through grief. “Even as a grief coun-
are finding great solace in the support they are receiving through their grief journey. Karen lost her partner to cancer on May 12, 2021. “It all happened so fast. Two months from diagnosis day to the day he left this earth,” cited Karen. “I first heard about the Hospice Society from the nurses at the hospital in Daysland and at the home care place in Sedgewick. “At first, I was scepti-
Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Hospice Society of Camrose and District Grief and Bereavement navigator Lori-Ann Huot said her first seven months in the position has been very busy.
sellor or navigator, I cannot fix someone’s grief,” explained Huot. “Grief is not something we can fix. It is something we experience. And it is that experiencing that is very difficult, and that is why it can be very helpful to have someone help navigate your way through grief.” Which is exactly what Huot is doing. Individuals such as Karen (surname will remain anonymous), who summon up the courage to reach out for help,
cal. I didn’t think a counsellor would do anything for me at all. I was in such a dark place and didn’t think anyone could help me.” But Karen took a chance and booked a oneon-one session with Huot. “What a game changer. I honestly don’t know where I’d be right now if it wasn’t for her–to be able to talk to her and tell her what I was feeling and for her to tell me that all the feelings I was feeling were okay, and ‘normal’.”
Karen shared that Huot, with no bias, listened to everything she had to say without judgement. “It meant the world to me and I saw a flicker of light at the end of this ridiculously dark tunnel I felt I was in. “I am still trying to understand why things happen the way they do, because I questioned my self-worth so much. Why would God take this wonderful man away from ‘wonderful’ me? I didn’t feel so wonderful. But I can honestly say that being a part of this society has made a huge difference in my life at this time, and I am forever grateful.” Huot said it is all about the human side of loss, the stories behind those tragic moments in people’s lives and those left behind grieving. “People need to see how grief impacts individuals. Unfortunately in society, there are a lot of misconceptions around grief, that, at some point, we just get over it and go on. But we don’t. When you love a lifetime, you grieve a lifetime. Our grief softens as we learn to live with our grief. “We don’t grow up learning how to grieve,” explained Huot. “Some families of origin are very open and supportive of emotion and talking about loved ones after they die, and some families aren’t. So someone who grows up in a closed family system and doesn’t learn how to grieve, grows up as an adult not knowing how to grieve when someone they love dies.” Huot, along with all the team at the Hospice, is helping people who are going through grief to have hope. Hope for the future that the dark place in which they find themselves will begin to fill with light once again.
“Because we offer such a vast array of programs and supports, we are able to meet a lot of needs that are out there,” said Huot. “And we can only continue to offer the programming that we do because of the support of the community. Those donations that come in are so critically important for us to be able to do what we do.” Huot is in the office two days a week for one-on-one in-person appointments, but also dedicates one day a week for telephone and video appointments from her home office. She encourages anyone reaching out to contact the Hospice office and speak with Brenda Zimmel, administrative assistant, for booking appointments. According to Huot, wait times for an appointment vary at this point, averaging four to six weeks. But as soon as an individual contacts the office and it is determined that an appointment with the Grief and Bereavement navigator is needed, Huot will receive word from Zimmel and return an initial contact call to the individual within 24 hours. For more information on the programs and services offered, to book an appointment with Huot, or if you would like to volunteer or donate to the Hospice Society of Camrose and District, contact the Hospice office and speak with administrative assistant Brenda Zimmel by telephone at 780-608-0636 or email at admin@camrose hospice.com. The Hospice Office is following the government of Alberta Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) regarding in-person visits to the office.
City of Camrose manager defines role of council By Lori Larsen
Now that the dust is settling after the October 18 municipal election and the newly-elected mayor and council are getting their feet underneath them, City administration spent the past week putting them through a well thought out, detailed orientation. “I spent a week with the new council going through orientation, focusing on the need for good governance and their role in policy making,” explained City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd. “I also explained that the role of City manager is making sure City administration and staff follow those policies as efficiently and effectively as possible.” Boyd said that not only is the importance of good governance vital, but that council also understands
they are there to represent the good of the community as a whole. “Council has control over policies that require the City administration to treat every resident equally. We have to be careful not react to the concerns of one at the risk of impacting the service to all residents.” He also said that part of good governance is being able to educate residents on City policy and procedure. “They are being paid to have the time and expertise to understand issues and convey that to the public, as well as to educate residents on any unintended consequences,” said Boyd, citing the Land Use Bylaw as an example of detailed policy that applies to every area in the City. “Good planning is all about making sure there are compatible uses of land for everyone.”
He added that administration, as well as council, also has a big role in communication with residents. “It is all about letting people know and keeping residents informed.” Boyd stressed that the City has developed a strong team with the skills and experience needed to provide council with data required to make informed decisions. “It is our job to ensure that council is aware of the facts, constraints and consequences. Council has a tough job of being open-minded enough to be able to see both sides of issues and trying to reach a balance.” During orientation, Boyd also spent a good deal of time explaining to council the distinction between the role of council and the role of administration. “I clarified that they
(council) only have one employee, who is the City manager. So the only person they can direct is the CAO (City manager), and the opposite is also true, that the City manager only has one employer, which consists of the whole of council (not just one) as a collective. “I wanted to reinforce that a councillor cannot come in and tell City administration/staff what to do. They bring an issue to all of council and it is the collective voice of council that we listen to and follow their direction/instruction through City policy and bylaw. Council sets the rules and the City manager is the conduit of those rules to the workforce.” Boyd related that this administration is focused on creating a culture of continuous improvement and
an organization that makes data-based decisions. “We will measure and provide data to council and then ask council to make the hard decision of service levels versus budget. Council has the difficult job of balancing the needs and wants of the community against their willingness to pay for those services.” He added that these are not easy decisions and it is a tough job to balance, especially when there are residents who may have a strong interest in a specific “want” in the community. On a final note, Boyd said that the vision of City administration is to ensure that Camrose becomes the best managed city by making well-informed, databased decisions and having exceptional governance from council.
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Franz Schubert. Johannes Brahms. These composers are very familiar names, and perhaps many readers will also know that all three are famously associated with Vienna, Europe’s socalled “City of Music” and the birthplace of European modernism, which would shape much of the musical culture of the 20th century. The funny thing about Alexander Carpenter, these famous “Viennese” Music, composers is that virtually University of Alberta none of them were actually Augustana Campus Viennese, with the notable exception of Schubert. He was born in what is now the city’s ninth district, the Alsergrund, in 1797. Schubert is best known for the more than 600 songs he wrote for voice and piano, but he was also a prolific composer of symphonic music, chamber music, and works for solo piano. His music is dramatic, harmonically adventurous and melodic, blending the charm of Viennese classicism with the darker, more expressive impulses of early Romanticism. In recent years, musicological scholarship has examined the possibility that Schubert was a homosexual, and that some of his music might (somehow) reflect this reality. Mozart is especially linked with Vienna: visitors are inundated with Mozart memorabilia, part of the city’s efforts to maintain its 18th century patina, and to hold on to the fading glow of its glorious Imperial age, exemplified by the splendor of its neo-classical architecture and reinforced by the ubiquitous concerts featuring the “greatest hits” of Mozart (along with a liberal dose of Strauss waltzes). However, Mozart–one of the greatest “Viennese” classical masters–was from Salzburg, not Vienna. In 1781, after years of touring Europe, mastering the popular Italian opera styles, and gaining fame all over the continent, he moved permanently to Vienna to seek his fortune. Mozart was eager for a lucrative court appointment, which proved elusive. He lived lavishly and sometimes struggled to make ends meet. He was finally appointed to a modest position at court in 1787, after which time he composed some of his greatest operas, symphonies, and solo keyboard music, even as his popularity as a performer and composers in Vienna was–unbelievably–in decline. So, not only was Mozart not Viennese, nor did he live in the city very long, but he also found himself, at the very peak of his creative genius, falling out of favour with the famously fickle Viennese audiences. Brahms was also not Viennese. He was a German (born in Hamburg), but he settled in Vienna in 1863 and was eventually appointed conductor of one of Vienna’s most famous choirs, the Wiener Singakademie. Compared to Schubert and Mozart, Brahms was something of a “late bloomer”: extremely anxious about following in the footsteps of the great Beethoven, Brahms didn’t compose his first symphony until he was 43 (and he even modelled it after Beethoven’s iconic fifth symphony). Brahms enjoyed considerable fame during his Vienna years, but also became embroiled in the most important aesthetic debates of the 19th century. Brahms represented a more conservative, classically-oriented approach to music that featured complex counterpoint and motivic development, in sharp contrast to the high Romanticism of other composers like Richard Wagner and Franz Liszt, whose music privileged the expression of powerful feelings and ideas. Ultimately, it doesn’t seem to matter whether a composer was Viennese born; breathing the air and walking the cobbled streets of the “City of Music”–a city with music deep within its bones, as the Viennese music critic Max Graf once observed–was certainly more than enough for composers like Mozart, Schubert, and Brahms to have absorbed the Viennese musical spirit, and to become emblems of the city’s style and history. For those interested in experiencing these “Viennese” composers, on Sunday, November 27, the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta will host the concert Songs of Vienna. The concert will feature piano and vocal music by Schubert, Mozart, and Brahms, performed at the Lougheed Performing Arts Centre by pianist Dr. Roger Admiral and soprano Nicole Brooks.
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Augustana drama launches fall production By Murray Green
The University of Alberta Augustana Campus Drama Department will be presenting in front of live audiences again this fall. Professor Kevin Sutley’s students have been hard at work rehearsing to present Love and Information in the Augustana Theatre building.
British playwright Caryl Churchill’s play Love and Information explores a world in which we are bombarded with information, where the speed of communication replaces human connection. She focuses on the human desire for information, identity, memory and love. The play shows how our insatiable appetite
for knowledge needs to be informed by our capacity for love. Churchill shares scenes as if we are scrolling through Instagram or going down an internet rabbit hole. All the while, we are asked questions: How ethical is information gathering? What is justified to get it? And what is it used
for? How do we construct memory? And how does it shape our identity? What really matters? Is it love or life? Opening night for this fantastic production is November 18, with five more dates to follow on November 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27. While the play is being presented in the
Augustana Theatre building, tickets can purchased through camroselive.ca or at the Lougheed Centre box office. Patrons are reminded that proof of vaccination and masks are required to attend any event at the University of Alberta Augustana Campus.
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Platinum-selling blues guitarist Colin James was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, but often travelled to Hope, British Columbia to visit his grandparents. Going back and forth between the provinces, he became very familiar with Alberta as well. “As a kid, getting off the prairies and into the foothills was a thrill for us. When I play as a trio, we don’t do those shows that often. I like to go to smaller cities, places we don’t always get to, where I can get closer to the audience, such as Camrose. That is what I love about it,” Colin said. He recalled his stop in Camrose with the Holiday Train and noticed how much the crowd loved his music. A performance at the Lougheed Centre soon followed. “I try to do as many of the old favourites as I can, while sharing the new music. The last three albums have been more blues oriented, but I like to cover other music as well,” said Colin. The trio consists of Steve Mariner on harmonica and bass, and new member guitarist Anders Drerup, who appeared on The Voice television show. “Starting in the new year, we will be touring the major cities from the east coast to the west. Then in March, we join Biddy Guy in touring the United States. It’s good to be busy again,” Colin said. His 20th studio album called Open Road was
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Open Road lands no differently and follows Colin’s JUNO-winning and most recent full-length 2018’s Miles To Go–an album that garnered worldwide attention as it debuted on the Billboard Blues Charts, the iTunes Blues Chart, and added six new Maple Blues Awards to his running total of 27. His 1988 self-titled debut, featuring two selfpenned hits “Voodoo Thing” and “Five Long Years”, was the fastest-selling album in Canadian history, winning him his first of now seven JUNOs, and an opening spot on tour with Keith Richards. In addition to his own studio offerings, Colin has worked with some of the
world’s most revered artists across his multi-decade career including Bonnie Raitt, Lenny Kravitz, ZZ Top, Carlos Santana and Buddy Guy. And beyond his own recording and touring to massive sold-out crowds,
he is a prolific songwriter, with his music recorded by others. Colin appears on November 21 at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre.
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and Santa Causes show, not to be confused with the annual Huron Carole show, is designed specifically for the audience and is the result of requests from communities, including Camrose, for Jackson (and team) to consider an in-person show. Jackson contacted his musical director and band member Tom McKillop, and together they crafted what would become a different kind of show, something with a more intimate format. After conversing with Alison Jackson (project manager), the idea took shape and became the Stories, Songs and Santa Causes show. “We decided we could do it, just not with 20 people (team) or the big band. This is for the audience specifically. Sometimes we do it for causes, sometimes for the audience.” Jackson said the show is infused with five emotions: compassion, empathy
faith, hope and love. “The encouragement for us to deliver it to the community is to take those five words and make them verbs. Not just words, but words of action.” This show is the perfect fit for the Bailey Theatre– an intimate show that will engage the audience, enveloping them not only in the warm charm of the theatre itself, but in Jackson’s own authentic style. With the pandemic still touching every aspect of people’s lives, presenting a show that emphasizes those five emotions and is steeped in tradition right before the holiday season couldn’t be more needed. “COVID has had as much an affect on me, and not that I would make assumption, as it has on everyone else. The sheer weight of it all was very overwhelming, intimidating and scary,” remarked Jackson, on the impact COVID has had on the world. Continued on page 17
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Jackson’s show a nod to well-being Continued from page 16
“We have to figure out how to get out from under that weight. Whenever Alison (Jackson’s partner in life and business) and I talk about it, wherever we are in our state of mind, we realize that when we do our Christmas event or events for others, which is predominantly the kind of work that we do, it makes us feel better.” Jackson explained that when the pandemic first began, they looked around for someone who could be greater, somebody who could help them help others. “We came across an organization called Unison Benevolent Fund (www.unisonfund.ca), a non-profit, registered charity with a soul focus to help musicians in crisis. And I don’t know any other group that was affected more and more immediately by the COVID crisis than musicians and people on stage. “We decided to call our friends across the country and asked them to take their phone and add a performance.” The response was a variety of entertainers who were part of a package put together by Tom and Alison (co-owners and partners in Tomali Pictures) and sent out to the world asking for text donations to Unison. “We did a series of 12 shows and on our last show on Canada Day, we had the Governor General and Prime Minister of Canada praise and give accolades to those who gave their time (and talent) to help others. “That put us into a really smart place. So when it came around to doing The Huron Carole, we rallied our troops and did The Huron Carole (virtual) Christmas Show and it raised somewhere in the area of $2 million in cash and in-kind services.” Jackson said they soon came to the realization that by focusing on others, people could really help themselves. “In my opinion, COVID caused us to be attacked on two fronts. We had to find a vaccine and that required rocket science. But the other, which does not require rocket science, was to address mental health. “If we can work col-
laboratively with others, focusing on making people happy, getting people to dance until they sweat, read something that makes them feel good, laugh and love, that is a prescription that is nonmedical that will make you healthy. It is a social prescription that creates health versus managing disease.” This show is infused with compassion, empathy, faith, hope and love, and is there to remind the audience of the joys, stories, songs and Santa causes that has the potential to lead us all to well-being. “This is a different kind of hunger the show is fulfilling and it gives that hunger a voice.” Aside from live performances and The Huron Carole virtual performances, Jackson is busy with other projects with which he feels fortunate to have been asked to be involved, including a project with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra to write four shows, focused around the themes of resilience, empathy, home and love. “They are all designed to create health. I am blessed to be able to use my God-given skills to help to do exactly that and feel great while I’m doing it. It is important for people to help themselves by helping others. “I remind myself that if it doesn’t make a difference and I don’t enjoy it, I don’t want to do it,” he remarked. “I just want to be clear and true to my soul that everything we are doing right now is infused with creating health.” On a final note, Jackson applauded the COVID movement in small towns that, as he put it, “has taught us to rethink what home looks like. “I have lived in this place in the country for 17 years, and COVID taught me how to run the washing machine. I didn’t even know we had a washing machine, Alison always did the washing,” he laughed. And that is what the audience is in store for during the November 26 show. The stories that make us think, smile, laugh and cry, the songs that bring back memories, and the lesson that we can all be Santa by doing for the “causes” of others.
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was touring internationally and performing at major festivals. His television appearances quickly secured his reputation as one of the funniest people in the country, but he was also busy creating his own TV series–a sitcom called Corner Gas. It became an instant hit, with unprecedented ratings and numerous accolades, including an International Emmy Award nomination. Corner Gas went on to become Canada’s number
one comedy, airing for six seasons and currently seen in more than 60 countries. Brent then created another sitcom for CTV called Hiccups, which starred himself and Nancy Robertson. They made 26 episodes of Hiccups over two seasons, winning multiple LEO Awards along the way. Brent also made the transition to movies, with the comedic mystery No Clue and Corner Gas: The Movie, both of which he wrote, produced and starred in.
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Battle River Community Foundation funds keep history thriving By Lori Larsen
The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $4,700 grant to Flagstaff County in partnership with the Iron Creek Museum in Lougheed for improvements to the Museum. The grant is from income from a number of Funds that support projects and programs in the Lougheed area and Flagstaff County. The grant allowed the Museum to repair the roof of the Homesteader’s Cabin, expand electricity in Museum buildings and paint at the Museum site. “We (Iron Creek Museum Society) will be spending the money on the Homesteader’s Cabin, which was built on the NW 1/4 12-45-11 W4 north of Lougheed,” explained Iron Creek Museum Society treasurer Janice Bishop. “It is a very primitive, one-room home (about 8’ x 10’), with a large wood stove for cooking, heating water and heating the cabin.” The cabin also has a corner cupboard for storing items, a small table, chair and metal bed. “But that’s it, folks,” mused Bishop. “The bathroom facilities would have been outside.” Eventually, the cabin was moved into Lougheed
Submitted Top photo: Neil Lunty, left, Battle River Community Foundation director, presents a cheque to Janice Bishop, second from left, treasurer of the Museum, while volunteers, left to right, Ab Martin, Fay Davidson, Ed Davidson and Bev Martin look on standing in front of the Homesteader’s Cabin. Photo to right: Front view of the Homesteader’s Cabin.
and set on a concrete slab and is beginning to show signs of aging and weathering. “The roof is covered with rolled roofing and has many holes that have sprung leaks, which is rotting the wood underneath,” explained Bishop. Unfortunately, as a result of the roof leaks, the floor of the cabin is also showing signs of rot in places.
“We need to replace the rolled roofing, wood underneath, parts of the floor, reshape the door which sticks badly, and replace some of the siding and a few other bits and pieces,” said Bishop, adding how grateful the Iron Creek Museum Society is for the grant. “The cabin is a visual reminder of one of the types of dwellings that people lived in while turning the
prairie into fields of grain and growing communities.” Once the building is repaired, the Iron Creek Museum Society hopes to be able to rent the cabin out for a night or two. “It may help people understand the courage
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 Riv-
and fortitude it took to settle this part of the country,” remarked Bishop. The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support organizations such as this in East Central Alberta, which benefit the local communities and have a positive impact on the future. Grants from the Battle River Community Foundation are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors and organizations that
er Community Foundation has granted over $7,550,000 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region. To learn more about the Iron Creek Museum, contact Janice Bishop, treasurer, at 780-386-2337. To learn more about the Battle River Community Foundation, contact Dana Andreassen, executive director, at 780-679-0449.
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Answer: The City currently has a bylaw that restricts “nuisance” noise, which includes construction equipment, from the hours of 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Some cities have weekend hours such as 10 p.m. to 9 a.m. for noise restrictions, however, Camrose has just the one set of hours of 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The fine for this bylaw is $150 (first offence), and the second offence is $300. Have a question for the Chief? Email them to The Camrose Booster at news@camrosebooster.com.
Augustana Indigenous speaker series features short videos By Lori Larsen
The University of Alberta Augustana Campus continues the Indigenous Speaker series, presented by Cargill, in partnership with Chester Ronning Centre for the Study of Religion and Public Life and the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre. The series
is offered to students, faculty, staff, alumni and the general public. This session features short video presentations based on the U of A web series, “Uncovered: Truths About Indian Residential Schools”. The videos discuss different topics regarding residential schooling, including the current work being
done to locate missing children and the impact and lasting trauma of residential schools. The first episode features Dr. Matthew Wildcat, assistant professor of political science and native studies at the University of Alberta and member of the Ermineskin Cree Nation. In the approximately
12-minute video, Wildcat relates his own history of Residential Schools through personal anecdotes and shares information specific to Canada’s history surrounding residential schools. Join video series presenters Crystal Fraser, Kisha Supernant, Matthew Wildcat and Sharla Peltier
in a reflection and panel discussion presented virtually on November 23 at 6 p.m. For more information, visit the University of Alberta Augustana Campus website at www.ualberta. ca/augustana/services/ indigenous/indigenousspeaker-series/index.html.
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Klatt restored a cool 1971 GMC truck By Murray Green
Gord Klatt of Botha owns a 1971 GMC half ton truck. “I found this truck on a site. I went down to Calgary to take a look at it. Everything looked good, so I thought it was worth restoring and it had just standard rust around the cab corners and wheels,” said Gord. “I had two similar trucks when I was younger and it brought back some good memories. These trucks are made of iron and they handle nice on the road. I put the smaller mirrors on and I added a tach (tachometer). I also changed the steering wheel,” he added. A tachometer is an instrument measuring the rotation speed of a shaft or disk, as in a motor or other machine. The device usually displays the revolutions per minute on a calibrated analogue dial. For much of its early history in light trucks, GMC maintained a zone of separation from Chevrolet trucks. The brand grudgingly shared body shells, but sourced or developed different engines and drivetrain parts. “The truck was originally white, even the interior. I painted it blue because I liked that colour better. I painted the motor and under the hood. On the side
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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Gord Klatt of Botha picked a 1971 GMC truck to body-off restore. This tough truck looks good while working or entering car shows across the province. He spruced up the GMC by changing the original white colour to baby blue.
of the truck was a painted sign. I think the truck was used up north for deliveries,” shared Gord. The truck had a 350 engine and an automatic transmission. “I added
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Several changes occurred in 1971. First came another new grille design (the “egg crate”) for Chevrolet trucks and black paint over portions of the GMC grille. Second, an additional trim package was introduced: the Cheyenne. On GMC models, this was referred to as the Sierra. These packages consisted mostly of comfort features–nicer interiors, more padding and insulation, carpet, chrome trim, upper and lower side molding and tailgate trim. In 1971, it was the first year for factory-installed AM/FM radios. The front brakes on all light-duty trucks were switched from drum brakes to disc brakes, resulting in much less brake fade under heavy use. Also, Chevrolet changed the 396 V8 emblem designation to 400 V8 1972 GMC Sierra Custom Camper. The 1972 models were virtually identical to 1971 models, with the only changes being that the rear view mirror was glued to the windshield instead of being bolted to top of the cab, and metal or vinyl-covered flat door panels were no longer available; all trim level door panels were molded plastic with integral armrests and woodgrain inserts on Cheyenne and Sierra trim levels. For restoration, it should also be noted that the door and window cranks were slightly longer due to the molded plastic door panels.
power steering to it. It has the original motor and it doesn’t use very much oil. I had to replace the door because it was rusted right out. I undercoated the frame and cab to avoid future rust,” he explained. “I had the seats upholstered in Donalda and they did a beautiful job of matching the grain and colour.” He had wheels set aside to use on the truck, while he was restoring it. “I ordered all new wood for the box floor. We had to sand it down seven times in order to get it to fit just right. It was a lot of work, but we got it done,” said Gord. “The truck had nice straight lines, so I didn’t have to straighten a lot of things, which is what I was looking for. The little things can easily be fixed. But I wanted the frame and body to have smooth lines to save some work,” Gord shared. “Even the tailgate was fairly straight. So I knew it
wasn’t a farm truck. All of the glass was good in it.” Gord wanted to catalogue the various parts of the truck and has a binder of pictures recording every stage of his restoration. GM corporate, by 1971,
had enacted badge engineering and consolidated the two brands (GMC and Chevrolet). Each had a few unique products and options list items, but essentially were the same trucks under the skin.
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Reece Bendiksen, Caitlin Debree and Nathanael Tabert of the University of Alberta Augustana Campus cross-country running teams were named to the Alberta Colleges Athletics Conference All Conference Teams. Bendiksen led the Vikings with a second-place finish as an individual and team event at Provincials. Debree placed in fourth at Provincials. Tabert crossed the finish line in seventh place on the men’s side at Provincials. Augustana also sent runners to the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Cross-Country Running National Championships at St. Mary’s University in Calgary. Basketball
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Alcohol awareness in the workplace By Lori Larsen
In an effort to reach all walks of life in all settings, the Camrose CARE Coalition continues its month-long Alcohol Awareness campaign in November, with information below focusing on alcohol in the workplace. The following information is provided on behalf of the CARE coalition by members Tammy Richard and Jennifer Willes in an effort to educate residents on the use of alcohol, some inherent risks, and suggestions on how to address misuse of alcohol, specifically in the workplace. In Alberta, alcohol is part of our culture, Eighty per cent of Albertans have reported drinking in the last year. When people misuse alcohol, they can put important parts of their lives at risk, including their employment. More than 67 per cent of Canadians over the age of 15 are working, and spend an average of 60 per cent per cent of their time at work. “The workplace has a strong influence on employee health and wellness and, in turn, impacts our families and community,” reported Willes. “Alcohol purchasing and consumption has increased during the pandemic and this may be impacting the workplace.” The cost of alcohol misuse in Alberta has been estimated at $1.6 billion per year. This is important information for employers because productivity losses accounted for the bulk of these costs. Addressing alcohol in the workplace can have a positive effect on an organization’s success.
An employer who understands how substance use can affect the workplace can help reduce healthcare costs, like WCB claims; recruitment and retention costs; reduce absenteeism; risk of injury or accident; and increase productivity, health knowledge and job satisfaction. “People may wonder ‘How do I know if there is a problem?’,” acknowledged Richard. “One of the most important indicators of an alcohol problem is when a person continues to drink despite the problems it creates. “Major life areas can be affected and examples include feeling depressed, angry, guilty or ashamed; being charged with impaired driving or possession of an illegal substance; an increase in debts, problems making payments or not being able to cover basic expenses; poor job performance, failing a drug test or getting disciplined/fired; more and more leisure activities involving drinking, less time with family or losing friends who do not drink; hangovers or blackouts; arguments with partner; and spending less time with children.” Responding to what an employer can do when faced with a concern about an employee’s use/abuse of alcohol, Richard and Willes suggest the following. Opportunities for prevention and intervention may include having an alcohol policy for your business, promoting health in the workplace and supporting staff to get treatment. “It can be helpful to learn to talk openly about addiction and mental health with staff; assist
employees to find addiction and mental health services they need in a confidential and appropriate way; and learn how to foster and maintain a healthy, safe workplace where people feel valued and motivated.” The It’s Our Business (IOB) manual is a resource for Alberta’s employers that speaks to all of these strategies. It outlines health promotion strategies and activities, including workplace policy development. This evidence-based resource will help support businesses in reducing the harm associated with addiction and mental health concerns, and foster and maintain healthy, safe workplaces and employees. The IOB can be found by visiting the AHS website and searching It’s Our Business. For more information on alcohol and the workplace, visit the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction at https:// www.ccsa.ca/workplacesafety or albertahealth services.ca and search Alcohol and the Workplace. If you are concerned about yourself or your employees, reach out by telephoning 8-1-1, your local Addiction and Mental Health office at 780-6791241, or visit AHS online at helpintoughtimes.ca. The Addiction Helpline is also available 24 hours a day by calling 1-866-332-2322. Help is available. Help is available. Stay tuned to upcoming editions of The Camrose Booster for general information and information pertinent to seniors on alcohol awareness.
Who left the barn doors open?
Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster It was a free-for-all for farm animals at the Cornerstone Safeway store on Monday, November 9, when the Camrose & Area Animal Shelter Challenge Chicken showed up to encourage staff and customers to the do the Dance or Donate Challenge. Taking centre stage for the Safeway holsteins was store manager Michael Gallop, joined by two other brave bovine, who chose to remain nameless. Pet products and cash were donated by the Safeway store staff and customers to assist the Animal Shelter in caring for its furry friends.
Two birthdays Murray Green, Camrose Booster Best friends Ed Berg of Edmonton, left, and Harold Palmer of Camrose celebrate the same birthday (born November 10, 1932) for the last 76 years. They met when they were playing on the same Red Deer hockey team. They were the best men at each other’s wedding, and Ed sold his 1936 Ford to Harold, so they even shared the same car.
Creating awareness around addiction By Murray Green
There is no single cause of addiction. However, people can do a few small things to help prevent addiction in themselves and others. Even small actions can make a big difference, according to Alberta Health Services. National Addictions Awareness Week takes place November 21 to 27. It is an opportunity to talk about what people can do to help prevent addiction. Addiction is common, but can also be complicated to explain. It may be different for each person, depending on the drug or behaviour involved; the person’s psychology, biology and genes; the person’s past experiences; the person’s life situation; how available the drugs are; and how socially acceptable the drug or behaviour is. Consider your choices. If you or someone you know seems to be using a drug more and more in certain situations, look for ways to avoid those situations. Be aware if there is a history of addiction in your family, which helps you better understand your own personal risk factors. Learn how addictive any drugs are. This includes alcohol, caffeine, and prescription drugs. Some drugs are more addictive than others. Educate yourself on these differences and factors that
could make them more addictive for you. Be aware of stress and how it can impact your consumption of substances. Try to address stress in other ways before it escalates. If someone is already having trouble controlling their behaviour or use of drugs, encourage them to seek help. There are resources available to help individuals, families, schools and communities. Visit www.ahs.ca/amh. These resources include information on what individuals can to do for their mental well-being including selfcare tips, which can reduce the chance of addiction occurring. Some examples of positive self-care include asking for help, treating yourself with respect as you would treat a friend, going for a walk, practicing gratitude, laughing often, understanding your emotions, and trying a new hobby. If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction, it is important to know that help is available. Albertans can get more information and help by calling Health Link at 811 or the Addiction Helpline at 1-866-332-2322.
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Alberta to introduce new area code By Lori Larsen
Beginning April 23, 2022, Alberta will have an additional area code, 368, in areas currently served by area codes 403, 587, 780 and 825. The introduction of the new area code is the result of a decision by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) and is intended to meet the continuously growing demand for new telephone numbers. “The introduction of a new area code creates millions of additional telephone numbers without affecting the existing numbers,” said Kelly T. Walsh, program manager of the Canadian Numbering Administrator. “The new area code, 368, will be added to the current area codes already in use in Alberta.” The new area code will be introduced gradually across the province. After April 23, consumers and businesses requesting a new phone number may receive one with the new area code. Numbers with the new 368 area code will only be assigned to customers once there is no longer a sufficient supply of numbers with the existing area codes–403, 587, 780 and 825. The introduction of a new area code in a region does not affect the geographic boundaries for local calling areas or the way long distance calls are dialed. Special numbers such as 211, 311, 411, 611 and 911 will not be affected, and will still be dialed using only three digits. The first area code in Alberta, 403, was introduced in 1947. In 1999, the additional area code, 780, was introduced to serve Northern Alberta (Edmonton), while the 403 code was retained for Southern Alberta (Calgary). Over the years, increasing demand for telephone number–particularly for wireless services–created a need for additional numbers to serve customers in the province. In response to this increasing demand, the area code 587 was added in 2008, and the area code 825 was introduced in 2016. For more information about new area codes in Canada, visit newareacodes.ca.
Svend “Swen” Erik Sorensen October 21, 1930 ~ November 8, 2021 Swen Erik Sorensen of Wetaskiwin, AB, formerly of Leduc and Bawlf, AB, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021, at the age of 91 years. Left to cherish his memory are his sons Niel Sorensen of Wetaskiwin and Gary (Ellie) Sorensen of Red Deer; grandson Ty Sorensen; and siblings Edwin (Karen) Sorensen of Wetaskiwin, Harold Sorensen of Wetaskiwin, Arne (Alice) Sorensen of Camrose, and Elsie Sherwin of Camrose. Swen was predeceased by his parents Fred and Gerda; sister Gladys Nielsen; and brother Holger “Hal” Sorensen. A private family service will be held. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Swen’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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Maureen Katherine Fipke April 28, 1944 ~ November 10, 2021 Maureen Katherine Fipke of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at the age of 77 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children Eldon Fipke of Camrose, Dave Fipke (Lisa Silbernagel) of Delburne, and Dallas Fipke of Camrose; grandchildren Justine, Garret, Dakota, and Morgan; and brother Joe (Peg) Perusini. Maureen was predeceased by her parents Joseph Perusini and Kay Palmer; baby sister Loralie; stepfather Red Palmer; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. A private family service will be held. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Maureen’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the War Amps. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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Grant Harrison
Marilyn McLaren
Many hearts were broken on Friday, November 5, 2021, when Grant Harrison of Camrose was taken from our family. He loved and cared so much for his wife Debra; children Kelly, Wes, Michelle, Meghan, Greg and Matt; grandchildren Elise, Cohan, Ava, Hailee, Adia, Olivia, Presley, Rhianna, Aiden, Asher and Ila; his dearest great-grandchildren Xiomarra and Thyodore; sister Sandi; and brothers Murray and Brian. He was predeceased by his parents Alan and Edna Harrison. You will be remembered in many different ways every single day, whether it be hitting the ball, swinging the club, shuffling the cards, hunting through the bushes, pulling the trailer or putting your feet in the sand. We all raise a glass, “Cheers to one great man!” A Celebration of Life will be open to the public and will be following the Restriction Exception Program, which requires all to provide Proof of Vaccination (two weeks post second shot) or a negative COVID test within 72 hours to attend. The Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 27, 2021 at the Camrose Regional Exhibition (4250 Exhibition Drive). Memorial donations may be made to Camrose Kids Sports.
Marilyn McLaren of Camrose, Alberta was born in Camrose on August 14, 1937, to Harold and June Hitman. She passed away on November 9, 2021 at the age of 84 years. She is survived by her husband Thomas of Camrose; son Michael (Crystal) of Calgary; daughter Judith March of Sherwood Park; brother Stanley Hitman; and numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, relatives and friends. Marilyn was predeceased by her sons Richard and Daniel; sister Janice Brussau; and brother Robert Hitman. Due to the pandemic restrictions, a private memorial service will be held. Memorial donations may be made to CNIB.
In loving memory of
Garry Graham who passed away on November 15, 1986 Quietly remembered every day, Sadly missed along life’s way. No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts, you’re always there. Ever remembered and sadly missed by your loving family
Fondly remembering
Lucien (Luke) Charles Bianic July 22, 1950 ~ December 13, 2019 Dad … we think of you every day – your love of farming, your passion for building those 200 storage sheds in and around Westlock, and for your eighteen years at Westlock Building Supplies. Most of all we miss your family commitment. Rest in peace. Love forever: Lyle, Luke Jr. and Shelby, immediate and extended family
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Lori Ann O’Brien January 17, 1963 ~ November 11, 2018 We miss you and love you so much. Love your family and friends
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Peter “Pete” Wheatcroft Daintith January 13, 1932 ~ November 5, 2021 Peter Wheatcroft Daintith was born in Camrose on January 13, 1932, and passed away peacefully after a short illness on November 5, 2021. Pete farmed on the family homestead and worked as a mechanic in Camrose for many years. He was a lifelong farmer and loved tending the land and caring for the animals. If you wanted something fixed, you called Pete. He was passionate about watching rodeos and attending farm auctions. He was an avid reader and learner, and liked to keep current with world events. He always had a story to tell. Pete is survived by his loving family: Marie, his wife of 66 years, who loved him from the bottom of her heart; his sister-in-law Doris Skaret; four loving daughters Kathleen Daintith, Nola Daintith (Rodger Hamilton), Joanne Thomsen (Gerry VanDenBosch) and Terry (Jim) Hazelwood; six grandchildren Nathan (Taylor) Zerbe, Josh Morgan, Michael (Christine) Morgan, Victoria (Roland) Thomsen, Nick (Amanda) Hazelwood and Bryce Thomsen; five great-grandchildren Jayden, Abby, Ty, Hannah and Oaklyn; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Joseph and Elsie; and sisters Nan Shute and Rose Moen. A graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation, the Hospice Society of Camrose or Old MacDonald Kennels. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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DRUMMOND, John Albert After a brief illness, early on Friday morning, November 5, while John was asleep, God sent his angel and gently took him home. He enjoyed a long healthy life of 91 years, 67 of those years with his loving wife Iona. John was born in Camrose, Alberta in 1930. John and Iona made many friends and connections through their years spent in Edmonton, Winnipeg, Montreal and Calgary. Their marriage of 67 years brought to them five sons and their wives, who John and Iona consider as their own daughters: Colin and Laurie, Neil and Lisa, Earl and Bev, Owen and Sandie, Wayne and Vanessa; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. John’s personable nature, standard of integrity and strong work ethic enabled him to have a long career with the Hudson Bay Company, Federal Business and Development Bank of Canada and a private consulting business well into his 80s. A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 12, 2021, at Connelly-McKinley Edmonton South Chapel, 4820 Meridian Street NW, Edmonton. Guests who were unable to attend are welcome to view a recording of the service. To find the link, please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honour to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation www.stollerykids.com or 800 College Plaza, 8215-112 Street, Edmonton, AB T6G 2C8 To send condolences, please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com. Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home Downtown Chapel Phone 780-422-2222
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Myrna Ruth Lehr July 21, 1947 ~ November 2, 2021 Myrna Ruth Lehr of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Wainwright, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at the age of 74 years. Myrna was born on July 23, 1947 in Wainwright, Alberta to Allan and Clara Taylor, and grew up on the family farm near Irma. Her early years were spent at Passchendaele School and after graduating from Wainwright High School, she attended McTavish Business College, preparing for her work at the Alberta Legislature. Her marriage to Gordon Lehr brought them two children, Darcy and Nicole, and much adventure in the form of rodeos, snowmobile races, many moves around Central Alberta, and three summers spent in Norman Wells, NWT. Myrna and Gordie eventually settled in Camrose in 1977, where she worked at the UFA and then the County of Camrose Seed Cleaning Plant. Myrna was very involved in Al Anon and, in addition to the numerous friends to which the program connected her, it also brought her partner Peter into her life to share 22 years of travel, golf and more rodeos. Myrna was very proud of her 12 grandchildren, and always enjoyed holding and playing with any small children who might visit. She will be greatly missed by her partner Peter Prymo; children Darcy (Lisa) Lehr and Nicole (Nirmal Shahoo) Lehr; 12 grandchildren; sister Lois (Collin) Marx; and many friends and extended family. Myrna was predeceased by her husband Gordon Lehr; brother Ken Taylor; sister-in-law Joanne Taylor; and parents Allen and Clara Taylor. A private family service will be held. A recording of the service will be available on our website at a later date. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Myrna’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Stollery Children’s Hospital. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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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. 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! TWO-BEDROOM SUITE – Bright and spacious. Private balcony. Convenient downtown area location. Exceptionally clean, quiet, non-smoking building, owner managed. No pets. In keeping with our existing tenant profile, we are inviting inquiries from mature, responsible adults. Snow shovelling and yard care provided free of charge. $900 per month rent includes heat and water. $800 damage deposit. Phone 780-679-7090.
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 Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business! TWO-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE – Newer building, located close to downtown amenities. High efficiency furnace and on-demand hot water offer wonderful savings on utilities. Private balcony, suitable for BBQ. Upgraded fixtures, cabinetry and flooring. 5 appliances, including dishwasher and laundry. Friendly, clean and quiet neighborhood. Local owner managed, snow removal and lawn mowing are provided. Seeking mature responsible adult tenants, non-smoking, no children or pets. $1100 rent, $800 DD. Phone 780-679-7090.
TWO-BEDROOM SUITE – recently updated, bright and spacious. Private balcony. Convenient University area location, on a purely residential street, just a few blocks from downtown amenities. Exceptionally clean, quiet, non-smoking building, owner managed. No pets. In keeping with our existing tenant profile, we are inviting inquiries from mature, responsible adults. Snow shovelling and yard care provided free of charge. $925/ mo. rent includes heat and water. $800 damage deposit. Phone 780-679-7090. 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.
HOUSEHOLD COMPUTER DESK – with hutch. 5’ wide, $175; TV cabinet with glass doors, 38” wide, $100; corner cabinet, top glass doors, $150. 780-672-1990. ELLIPTICAL – $100; Bodum coffee drip, 12 cup $25. 780672-3915.
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PASTURE LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER (Beaver County near Bruce, Alberta)
CHARLES KELLY STOCK FARMS LTD. hereby offers the following parcels of land in Beaver County for sale by tender, subject to the existing reservations on title with the exception of any financial encumbrances on title such as Mortgages, which will be discharged: PASTURE LAND: LINC: 0023 554 380 LINC: 0023 554 398 LINC: 0023 554 406 LINC: 0023 554 414
4;14;48;25; NW 4;14;48;25; NE 4;14;48;25; SW and 4;14;48;25; SE
FIRST: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 14 TOWNSHIP 48 SECTION 25 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AREA: 63.9 HECTARES (158 ACRES) MORE OR LESS SECOND: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 14 TOWNSHIP 48 SECTION 25 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AREA: 63.9 HECTARES (158 ACRES) MORE OR LESS THIRD: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 14 TOWNSHIP 48 SECTION 25 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AREA: 63.9 HECTARES (158 ACRES) MORE OR LESS FOURTH: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 14 TOWNSHIP 48 SECTION 25 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AREA: 63.9 HECTARES (158 ACRES) MORE OR LESS The land is located approximately 6.5 km East of Bruce, Alberta. This is one section of pasture land which cannot be broken up. Included in the sale are three cattle gates, two Spur wells with a yearly income of $2,300.00, all new fencing within the last three years, plenty of water and windbreaks, and substantial natural grass (prairie wool). The property is ideal for a cow/calf raising operation. Tenders are to be submitted as one tender for all four quarters in a sealed envelope marked “Charles Kelly Stock Farms Ltd. Tender”, to Martin West at Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 5016-52 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1V7, on or before 12:00 noon, December 17, 2021, and shall be accompanied with the offeror’s GST number and a certified cheque or bank draft payable to Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in trust for 10% of the tender price. No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted.
Bailey Theatre shows By Murray Green
The month of November is a busy one at the Bailey Theatre. Punch Drunk Cabaret
Punch Drunk Cabaret is a multi award-winning, festival favourite that combines an inventive blend of rockabilly, steampunk swing and alternativerock, resulting in a highenergy live show. The show begins at 8 p.m. on November 19, and includes special guests, The Frolics. Tom Jackson
Tom Jackson kickstarts the holiday season with grace, style, and quirky festivity that many have enjoyed for decades. Expect an evening of original music, sing-along tunes, and signature Christmas music from this master storyteller. His show begins at 8 p.m. on November 26.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BYLAW NO. 1499
Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Camrose County gives notice that it has given First Reading to Bylaw No. 1499 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 1373. The purpose of this bylaw is to redistrict a portion of SW 25-46-20-W4 from A – Agricultural to CR2 – Large Lot Country Residential. The intent is to allow the owner to subdivide the area into one residential parcel and construct a dwelling. Anyone affected by this amendment may make written subissions before 12:00 noon, Tuesday, December 7, 2021. The Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 1499 will be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 10:15 a.m. in the County Council Chambers, 3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3S8. Written submissions will be heard first. Oral submissions will be heard as time permits. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available online at www.county.camrose.ab.ca.
Godfrey Blaque
Local band Godfrey Blaque will be back the next evening to get people dancing on the floor. The concert will be held at 8 p.m. on Saturday, November 27. Bailey Buckaroos
The Bailey Buckaroos offer classic country music, with special guests featured each month. The local band entertains in its next event on Sunday, November 28 at 2 p.m.
Tenders will not be opened in public.
FOR SALE BY TENDER
TENDERS ARE INVITED for the purchase of the following property located in the Camrose County (near Miquelon Lake): DESCRIPTIVE PLAN 1422149 BLOCK 1 LOT 1 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 2.19 HECTARES (5.41 ACRES) MORE OR LESS The title to the property will be subject to the reservations and exceptions now appearing on the title and free and clear of all financial encumbrances. TENDERS must be in writing, accompanied by a certified cheque for 5% of the tender price, sealed in an envelope marked “Lakeview Tender” and must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, #100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S3, on or before 12:00 noon, December 3, 2021. Municipal taxes will be adjusted. The closing and adjustment date of sale will be December 23, 2021, and the successful tenderer must pay the balance of the purchase price.The Vendor will pay the cost of title insurance. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them forthwith after the closing of tenders. No conditional tenders will be accepted, and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. No warranty whatsoever is given as to the condition of the property or as to the fitness of the property for any purpose. The property is sold “as is”. For further information about the property phone Wayne Throndson, Q.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, 780-672-8851.
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FOR SALE BY TENDER
TENDERS ARE INVITED for the purchase of the following Land: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 19 TOWNSHIP 47 SECTION 2 QUARTER NORTH EAST CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: HECTARES (ACRES) MORE OR LESS A) PLAN 1420184 - SUBDIVISION 6.61 16.33 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS
FOR SALE BY TENDER
TENDERS ARE INVITED for the purchase of the following Land: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 17 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 25 ALL THAT PORTION OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER NOT COVERED BY THE WATERS OF A CERTAIN SURVEYED LAKE, AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SURVEY OF THE SAID TOWNSHIP SIGNED AT OTTAWA ON THE 18TH DAY OF AUGUST, A.D. 1884, CONTAINING 53.90 HECTARES (133.25 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS
The Land is located in Camrose County, 6 miles east of Camrose on Highway 26, then ¾ mile north on RR 191. The Land is bare farmland, number 2 soil, and consists of approximately 143.67 acres (approximately 140 cultivated). The title to the Land will be subject to any reservations and exceptions stated on the certificate of title, will be subject to all existing registrations stated on the certificate of title, and will be free and clear of all financial encumbrances. The municipal property taxes are paid to the end of 2021. There will be no further adjustments to the purchase price. No warranty or representation whatsoever is given as to the condition of the Land, the fitness of the Land for any purpose, the size of the Land, or the number of cultivated acres.
The Land is located in Camrose County, on the county line with Flagstaff County, approximately 4 miles northwest of Daysland. The Land consists of approximately 131 cultivated acres. The title to the Land will be subject to any reservations and exceptions stated on the certificate of title, will be subject to all existing registrations stated on the certificate of title, and will be free and clear of all financial encumbrances. The municipal property taxes are paid to the end of 2021. There will be no further adjustments to the purchase price. No warranty or representation whatsoever is given as to the condition of the Land, the fitness of the Land for any purpose, the size of the Land, or the number of cultivated acres.
GST will be added to the tender price unless, at the time of closing, the successful tenderer is a GST registrant and has delivered a signed GST indemnity certificate, in form satistactory to Fielding & Company LLP.
GST will be added to the tender price unless, at the time of closing, the successful tenderer is a GST registrant and has delivered a signed GST indemnity certificate, in form satistactory to Fielding & Company LLP.
The owner and the successful tenderer will each pay their own legal fees, and the successful tenderer will be responsible for paying Land Titles Office registration fees. To ensure that the transaction can close on time, the successful tenderer will be required to obtain a title insurance policy at their own expense.
The owner and the successful tenderer will each pay their own legal fees, and the successful tenderer will be responsible for paying Land Titles Office registration fees. To ensure that the transaction can close on time, the successful tenderer will be required to obtain a title insurance policy at their own expense.
TENDERS must be in writing, accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft made payable to Fielding & Company LLP for $10,000.00, sealed in an envelope marked “Weder Tender”, and must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, #100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S3, on or before 12:00 noon, December 3, 2021. The tenders will not be opened in public. No conditional tenders will be accepted, and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned. The closing date of sale will be 12:00 noon, January 31, 2022, and the successful tenderer must pay the balance of the purchase price on the closing date, plus GST, unless the successful tenderer is a GST registrant and has provided a signed GST indemnity. If a tender is accepted and the successful tenderer does not proceed with the purchase, the deposit will be forfeited.
TENDERS must be in writing, accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft made payable to Fielding & Company LLP for $10,000.00, sealed in an envelope marked “Rood Tender”, and must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, #100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S3, on or before 12:00 noon, December 3, 2021. The tenders will not be opened in public. No conditional tenders will be accepted, and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned. The closing date of sale will be 12:00 noon, January 31, 2022, and the successful tenderer must pay the balance of the purchase price on the closing date, plus GST, unless the successful tenderer is a GST registrant and has provided a signed GST indemnity. If a tender is accepted and the successful tenderer does not proceed with the purchase, the deposit will be forfeited.
For further information about the Land, phone Ivo or Irma Weder at 250-347-9774. For information about the tender process, phone Ian W. Smith, Q.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, at 780-672-8851.
For further information about the Land, phone Anna Rood 780-374-2206. For information about the tender process, phone Ian W. Smith, Q.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, at 780-672-8851.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS
Estate of PATRICIA ANN LOUISE ZELLER, who died on July 31, 2021. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by December 24, 2021, and provide details of your claim with MARGARET WEIR 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.
Estate of SEBASTIAN WILLIAM ZELLER, who died on September 22, 2016. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by December 24, 2021, and provide details of your claim with MARGARET WEIR 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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Estate of RUTH THERESA ZELLER, who died on August 23, 2020. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by December 24, 2021, and provide details of your claim with MARGARET WEIR 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.
Football teams in finals By Murray Green
The Camrose Buffaloes bantam team advanced to the Capital District Minor Football Association playoff finals. Camrose defeated the St. Albert Fury 21-13 in a close game in the semifinal game on Sunday, November 7. “With a lot of dropped balls and missed key catches in the end zone, it was anybody’s game,” said Buffaloes president Kim Kienitz. The local bantams advanced to the championship game for the CDMFA Mills Division against the Fort Saskatchewan Falcons. The game was played at Johnny Bright Stadium in Edmonton on November 14. The peewee team secured their spot in the final with a semifinal win over the St. Albert Colts 47-6 on Saturday, November 6. “Despite the one-sided score, these players had to work for that win. The Colts came to play and it was a tough game,” said coach Brad Berger. The peewee team faced their rivals on Highway 13, the Wetaskiwin Warriors, for the CDMFA Mills Division championship on November 14.
Crush sit second By Murray Green
Lacombe Generals slid past the Camrose Crush in senior men’s North Central Hockey League action. Lacombe sits in first place with 11 points after six games, while Camrose has 10 points. The difference is Camrose lost a game in regulation and Lacombe lost in overtime. Ryley Bennefield of the Crush is second in the scoring race with seven goals and 10 points, two points back of leader Tyler Berkholtz of Red Deer. Crush goalie Connor Dobberthien is second in the goalie rankings. He has a 2.50 goals against average and a .943 save percentage. Mackenzie Engel of Lacombe is on top of the goalie leader board (goalies who have played more than one game) with a 2.48 average. Camrose hosts the Bonny ville Pontiacs beginning at 8:45 p.m. on November 20. Camrose is also home to the Morinville Kings on December 11 starting at 8:45 p.m. in the Max McLean Arena.
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Kodiaks douse Dragons By Murray Green
In one of the most important games of the season, the Camrose Kodiaks doused the Drumheller Dragons 4-3 and held on to sole possession of second place in the Alberta Junior Hockey League south standings on November 9. The Kodiaks outscored Drumheller 2-1 in both of the first two periods. Carson Whyte and Luke German notched tallies in the opening period, while their opponents replied between the goals. In the middle frame, Ryan Sullivan and Roc Truman padded the bear’s den with markers before Drumheller netted one of their own. The Dragons fired up the offence with a goal in the third on a power play to make the game close for the last seven minutes. Goalie Logan Willcott made 19 of 22 saves in the Camrose net. Camrose recorded 28 shots on goal. The Kodiaks doubled the Fort McMurray Oil Barons 6-3 as five different players stepped up to garner goals. Again, Camrose tallied sandwich goals around their opponent’s marker. Griffen Fraser, a minute into the contest, and Noah Alvarez, on a power play, counted the goals. Fraser netted his second on the night and Connor Gourley chipped in to give the Kodiaks a threegoal lead. However, Fort McMurray fought back with two tallies of their own. In the third, Sullivan and Sam Schoenfeld supplied insurance markers in the victory. Goalie Spencer Welke stopped 26 of the 29 shots he faced, while Camrose fired 35 at the Fort McMurray cage. Despite outplaying the Lloydminster Bobcats, the Kodiaks dropped a 4-3 contest on November 5. Jarod Newell notched a shorthanded marker for the Kodiaks to open the scoring. However, the Bobcats clawed back with two goals in the opening 20 minutes. In the only tally in the second, Michael Horon netted the equalizer for Camrose. Lloydminster went ahead in the third before Truman garnered the tieing goal again. Midway through the third period, the Bobcats scored the winning tally to take the two points. Willcott turned away 22 of 26 shots directed his way, while the Kodiaks fired 41 shots at the Lloydminster net. After a series of away contests, Camrose is back on November 23 to take on the Olds Grizzlys.
FOR SALE BY TENDER TENDERS ARE INVITED for the purchase of the following property located in Flagstaff County County: Parcel 1 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 13 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK SAME AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 130 cultivated acres Parcel 2 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 24 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 70 cultivated acres and 10 acres pasture Parcel 3 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 24 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 125 cultivated acres Parcel 4 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 24 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 65.2 HECTARES (161 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 70 cultivated acres and 86 acres pasture Parcel 5 THE SOUTH WEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY ONE (21) TOWNSHIP FORTY FIVE (45) RANGE TWELVE (12) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN CONTAING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 0.405 HECTARES (1 ACRE) MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 6589MC EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS * 85 cultivated acres Parcel 6 THE SOUTH WEST QUARTER OF SECTION SIXTEEN (16) TOWNSHIP FORTY FIVE (45) RANGE TWELVE (12) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN CONTAING 65.2 HECTARES (161 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 0.405 HECTARES (1 ACRE) MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 6589MC EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS * 130 cultivated acres Parcel 7 THE NORTH WEST QUARTER OF SECTION SIXTEEN (16) TOWNSHIP FORTY FIVE (45) RANGE TWELVE (12) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN CONTAING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 0.405 HECTARES (1 ACRE) MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 6589MC EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS * 130 cultivated acres
Parcel 8 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 13 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK SAME AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 135 cultivated acres Parcel 9 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 12 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 125 acres (old yard site and buildings) Parcel 10 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 12 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 130 cultivated acres Parcel 11 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 11 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 135 cultivated acres Parcel 12 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 11 QUARTER NORTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 145 cultivated acres Parcel 13 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 12 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 13 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK SAME AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS * 140 culivated acres (old buildings on property) * amount of cultivated acres is estimated only. The titles to the property will be subject to the reservations and exceptions now appearing on the title and free and clear of all encumbrances. GST will be added to the tender price unless the purchaser is a GST registrant at the time of closing. TENDERS must be in writing, accompanied by a certified cheque for 5% of the tender price, sealed in an envelope marked “Dragani Tender” and must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, #100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S3, on or before 12:00 noon, November 30, 2021. The tender must indicate which parcel or parcels the tenderer is submitting an offer on. Municipal taxes will be adjusted. Surface lease payments, if any, received by the Seller prior to closing will not be adjusted.The closing and adjustment date of sale will be January 31, 2022, and the successful tenderer must pay the balance of the purchase price, plus GST unless the tenderer is a GST registrant, on the closing date, or the deposit will be forfeited. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them forthwith after the closing of tenders. No conditional tenders will be accepted, and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. No warranty whatsoever is given as to the condition of the property or as to the fitness of the property for any purpose. For further information about the tender process phone Wayne Throndson, Q.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, 780-672-8851.
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JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC Flexible Position Part Time / Full Time Ross Distributors is seeking a Journeyman Mechanic with specialty in Engine and Transmission Repairs and Rebuilds. Candidate should be familiar with a variety of power trains. Renumeration will be based on experience and knowledge which is supported through positive references. Please submit resumé in confidence to b.mayer@rossdistributors.ca
KILLAM LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Tenders will be received by Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law until the deadline of 4:00 p.m. on November 24, 2021, for the sale of the following Land: Full Section 12-45-14-W4 • 625 total acres • 555 acres seeded to crop in 2021 • Subdivided parcels are not included in the sale • Land is undisturbed with no structures, surface lease, or crossing roadways Land is located north of Killam, AB, 5.5 miles north off Hwy 13 on the west side of RR 140. Tenders on the Land must be accompanied by a certified cheque, bank draft, or electronic transfer to “Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law” for 1.5% of the bid amount. The deposit will be returned if the tender is not accepted. If a tender is accepted and the bidder does not proceed with the sale, the deposit of the bidder will be forfeited to the owner. The balance of the tender price shall be paid and the sale will close on January 21, 2022. The owner and the successful bidder will each be responsible for their own legal fees. Each bidder must understand that a tender is an unconditional offer to purchase the Land. Bidders must rely on their own research of the Lands, and Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law and the owner make no warranties or representations in regard to the Lands. The Vendor requests bids for all or portions of the land. Should a potential purchaser have any questions regarding this tender, please contact the Vendor’s lawyer Reid Wilkie at the number below. The owner has complete discretion whether to accept the highest or any tender. Further inquiries, or to arrange viewing the lands, can be made by contacting Reid Wilkie at 403-577-2539 or reid@smithhersey.com. Tenders shall delivered via email, in person, or via mail in an envelope marked “LAND TENDER” to: Smith & Hersey Agribusiness Law Attention: Reid A. Wilkie Box 95, Consort, AB T0C 1B0 Phone: 403-527-5506 Email: reid@smithhersey.com In person to Reid Wilkie: in Consort every Wednesday Please contact Reid Wilkie to arrange for provision and processing of the deposit.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of GEORGE LOITZ, who died on May 8, 2021. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by December 16, 2021 with PERRY LAW LLP, Barristers & Solicitors at Box 4551, 5006-50 Street, Barrhead, AB T7N 1A4 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
Licensed Automotive
MECHANIC
Required immediately! Camrose Auto Wreckers is a growing company looking to bring on another Mechanic. The successful candidate will be dedicated, committed, be able to work under minimal supervision, be a team player and take pride in their work. Candidate must be punctual. Responsibilities: • Oil changes and general services • Tire mounting and balancing • Driveline and brake repairs • Engine diagnosis and repairs • Full parts replacements on all makes and models • Paperwork filled out accurately and timely as required • Vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs • Must be able to lift over 50 lb. • Ability to operate forklifts, loaders and telehandlers is an asset Full-time, permanent position for the right team member Apply to: Marc Lochhead, Operations Manager Camrose Auto-Wreckers 4213-37 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 4S2 587-386-2886 Email: marc@camroseautowreckers.com
Bus Drivers Do you enjoy driving? Do you enjoy working with children? Are you looking for a part-time job that will give you free time during the day? We require quality people to transport Battle River School Division students to school and home again by bus. Join the Battle River School Division Team Today! Qualifications • Class 1 or 2 driver license • Clean driving abstract • Clear Criminal Record and Intervention Record Check • S Endorsement preference Benefits • Bring your children along for the ride • Summer and Holidays off For further information, please contact: Corey Halabi, Director of Transportation at 780-672-6131.
Request for Proposal (RFP) Canada Post Corporation is requesting Proposals for a mail transportation agreement for a period up to three (3) years with the option of renewing up to four (4) additional years for the following service commencing as soon as possible. Camrose (AB) and Kingman Retail Post Office Parcel Clearance Minimum one (1) vehicle during non-peak periods The service includes pick-up and delivery of mail and related activities and requires the Contractor to provide the necessary drivers and minivans. More explicit details can be found in the RFP’s Schedule “A”. Please reach out to the below contact to obtain the full RFP documentation. Contracting Authority: CANADA POST CORPORATION SOURCING MANAGEMENT Attention: Emma Demers emma.demers@canadapost.ca Interested Proposers must complete and submit the RFP in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth within the RFP package. RFP closing date and time is December 31, 2021 at 11:00 am Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
Healthy bones By Murray Green
In Canada, November is Osteoporosis Awareness Month. Osteoporosis is when bones become weak. Weak bones break more easily. Nutrition is an important part of bone health, according to Alberta Health Services. It is important that we take in enough calcium because most of the body’s calcium is stored in bones. You can find calcium in foods such as milk and other dairy products, like cheese or yogurt; fortified plant beverages, like soy or almond beverages; and vegetables, like turnip greens, spinach and broccoli. Some people do not get enough calcium from food. If you do not eat enough calcium foods, you may need a calcium supplement. Vitamin D helps to build strong bones by helping the body to absorb calcium and can increase bone strength. We make Vitamin D in our skin from sunlight. Alberta Health Services recommends Albertans take a Vitamin D supplement every day, especially in the winter. You can find Vitamin D in salmon, tuna, sardines, fortified dairy products and eggs. The amount of Vitamin D in these foods varies. Protein is another nutrient that helps keep bones strong. Getting enough protein helps to build and repair your bones. It can help you keep or build muscle, which is good for bone health. You can get more protein in your diet when you include a protein food at each meal, soup or salad. To learn more about nutrition for bone health, visit ahs.ca/nutrition and search Healthy Bones.
BIRTHS To Jennifer and Ryan
Jaster, of Ryley, a daughter on November 1. To Karla and Derek Wolbeck, of Ohaton, a daughter on November 2. To Janice and Victor Loyola, of Camrose, a daughter on November 4.
DEATHS Peter Wheatcroft
Daintith of Camrose, on November 5, at 89 years of age. Swen Erik Sorensen of Wetaskiwin, formerly of Bawlf, on November 8, at 91 years of age. Marilyn McLaren of Camrose, on November 9, at 84 years of age. Maureen Katherine Fipke of Camrose, on November 10, at 77 years of age. Douglas Ja mes Lambkin of Camrose, on November 13, at 71 years of age.
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November doesn’t have any afternoons. It’s just morning until 2:00 p.m., and then night. The wife told me to grow out my moustache for Movember and I suggested we do it together. I am now getting a divorce. “OMG, it’s freezing in this house!” – Teens, in room temperature, wearing a tank top, bare feet and shorts I know this is controversial. But I am 100 percent in support of mandatory vacations for everyone and booster vacations every four months. Settle down, School Picture Day Packages. I don’t need a body pillow for $400 with my son’s face embroidered on it. “What do you want for Christmas?” “Hmmm ... lately, I’ve been really into groceries and gas. Utilities are cool, too. Stuff like that.” Do you remember before the internet, that it was thought that the cause of collective stupidity was the lack of access to information? Well … it wasn’t that. I always preferred the English spelling of “diarrhea”, which is “diarrhoea”, because it really looks like you’ve lost control of your vowels. Middle age is putting your hands in your coat pockets hoping to find money, but instead finding loose Advil.
BETHANY BENCHES
Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster
Residents of The Bethany Group in Camrose will be able to enjoy moments sitting in the outdoors thanks to a generous donation of $3,800 by the Rotary Club of Camrose. The funds were used to purchase nine benches placed at the Viewpoint, Memory Lane, Rosealta, Louise Jensen and Bethany Meadows sites. Pictured left to right at one of the benches located at Memory Lane are Rotary Club of Camrose president Dan Cole, Bethany Group Tena Lansing and Lisa Unteriner, and Rotary Club of Camrose treasurer Lou Henderson.
Central Agencies Home of the Week
Brand new walkout
By Lori Larsen
Wake up to views of the water in your brand new walkout two-storey home located close to west end shopping and services, trails with parks and playgrounds nearby. Everything your family needs will be close at hand. The home’s stylish finishes includes gorgeous tones of grey with crisp white trim and dark wood accents. The open concept not only keeps the home filled with natural light but everyone will always be part of the conversation. The good-sized living room features a sleek tile surround gas fireplace for getting cozy on cooler evenings. The kitchen opens up to the living room and dining area and is simply stunning with granite counter tops, soft close dual finished cabinets, new appliances and glamorous backsplash. A corner pantry offers plenty of storage. Head out to the back deck and enjoy views overlooking the water. Two
bedrooms and a four-piece main bathroom complete the main floor. Retreat to the upper level to the master bedroom featuring a walk-in closet and a spa-like en suite with dual sinks, a separate walk-in shower and luxurious soaker tub. Join the family in the completed lower level for movies or games in the oversized family/games room. Use the walkout door to head outdoors for more family fun. A fourth bedroom and another four-piece bathroom would be ideal for an older child who want a little privacy. The large double garage is every homeowner's dream, especially once the snow starts to fly. This beautiful, brand new home located at 6812-50 Avenue is priced at $449,000. Join Al-karim (Al) Mohamed at an open house on Thursday, November 18 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. and Saturday, November 20 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. For a personal viewing contact Al at:
Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 587-322-5511 Cell
Al-Karim (Al) Mohamed
I’m on a plane and the lunch choices are white meat chicken or German sausage. Unfortunately, I’m seated in the last row. I’m hoping for the breast, but preparing for the wurst. The man who invented the Ferris wheel never did meet the man who invented the merry-go-round. They traveled in different circles. I’m not saying my husband and I are scared of our teenage daughter, but we just rock-paper-scissored to see who has to wake her up. The greatest trick refrigerator manufactures ever pulled was convincing us that the crisper drawer does something special for vegetables. If you identify a UFO as a UFO, then it becomes a FO. Unless, of course, it has landed. Then it’s simply an O. Once married, the woman takes over the entire closet, and the man stores everything he owns in the left cargo pocket of his pants. Don’t leave your kids with really old folks for too long! I asked my little nephew how old he was turning. He said, “If the Lord sees fit, I’ll be six in May.” The CEO of IKEA has been elected Prime Minister of Sweden. He’s busy assembling his cabinet. Teacher: “Where is your homework, Tommy?” Tommy: “I lost it in a fight. Some kid said you weren’t the best teacher at our school.” Babies recognize their mothers’ voices in the womb so they can selectively block it out when they’re older. A little silver-haired lady calls her neighbour and says, “Please come over here and help me! I have a killer jigsaw puzzle and I can’t figure out how to get it started.” Her neighbour asks, “What is it supposed to be when it’s finished?” The silver-haired lady says, “According to the picture on the box, it’s a rooster.” Her neighbour decides to go over and help with the puzzle. She lets him in and shows him where she has the puzzle spread all over the table. He studies the pieces for a moment, looks at the box, then turns to her and says, “First of all, no matter what we do, we’re not going to be able to assemble these pieces into anything resembling a rooster.” He takes her hand and says, “Secondly, I want you to sit down and relax. Let’s have a nice cup of tea, and then,” he says, with a deep sigh, “Let’s put all the Corn Flakes back in the box.”
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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; Sascha Dressler, 780-781-8242; Wally Wrubleski, 780-781-7323.
#100, 4870-51 Street, Camrose ~ 780-672-4495
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UC TION ! HUGE R ED VA LUE ! TION AL CEP EX AMAZING WALKOUT BUNGALOW
“Home of the week, see page 31!”
OVERLOOKING LAKE IN VALLEYVIEW! Exc. quality, craftsmanship. Gorgeous plan, open staircase, superb kitchen, amazing master suite, awesome bsmt., / entertainment area + more! You’ll love it! Now only $669,500 A1080211
GLORIOUS NEWLY BUILT WALKOUT … w/ water views! Cascades location, over 1800 sq. ft., 4 bdrm., 3 full baths. Open concept, gas FP, super kitchen w/granite, new appl., pantry. Great primary w/5-pce. en suite, WI closet. Fin. bsmt. w/lge. rumpus/family room. Double attached garage. Immediate possession available. Asking $449,000 A1156328
SPACIOUS HOME … with triple garage, income producing legal suite attached! HUGE master bdrm. w/true WI closet, office, 5-pc. en suite bath. With over 3000 sq. ft. of living space, this home is a must see! Asking $539,900 A1133559
MULTI-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL LOTS
BEAUTIFUL 2-STOREY BACKING ONTO FIELD! … Awesome countryside views! 1714 sq. ft., 3+1 bdrm. home w/3 living spaces, 4 baths. Just upgraded, new bsmt. dev. fresh paint, rejuvenated kitchen w/quartz counter tops. Awesome deck, fin. garage, alley access. Exc. presentation. Asking $394,500 A1151520
STATELY HOME IN AUGUSTANA AREA … Over 1900 sq. ft. w/incredible views. Some classic finishes, upgraded central kitchen. Walkout bsmt., great for suite potential. Asking $349,000 A1153550
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EXC. FOURPLEX OPPORTUNITY! … Quality built for long life-cycle ownership. Approved, service ready for second 4-plex bldg. on lge. 50’x238’ lot. Four units, 4896 sq. ft. above grade + add’l lower level dev. Two 3+1 bdrm. units w/3 baths; two 2+1 bdrm. units w/4 baths. Private entrance, covered deck, a/c, vinyl plank flrg., ICF bsmt., air exchange, individually metred. Asking $849,000 A1147840
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EXCEPTIONAL RENOVATED HOME … offers 5 bdrm., stretch ceilings, new flrg., paint, windows, updated bathrooms plus much more! Htd. garage, lge. fenced yard. Asking $425,000 A1148288
ENERGY EFFIECIENT BUNGALOW – VALLEYVIEW! … ICF MF walls, bsmt., awesome kitchen, hardwood flrg., cozy FP in great room, MF laundry, exc. bsmt. dev. In-floor htg. in home, garage. Gorgeous yard, veranda, covered deck. Asking $507,000 A1141560
TERRIFIC VALLEYVIEW BUNGALOW … Paved, gated RV space. 4 bdrm., 3 baths. Open concept layout w/really amazing bsmt. design! Asking $444,900 A1104940
CENTURY MEADOWS … Lovely 4-bdrm. bungalow. Updated kitchen and vinyl windows, fin. bsmt., a/c, newer siding, fully insulated 24’x24’ garage, RV parking. Welcome home! Asking $329,900 A1136815
LARGE 4-BDRM., 4-LEVEL SPLIT … c/w 26’x36’ shop w/12’ ceilings. Great location w/big yard. Welcome to your “Acreage in the City!” Asking $329,000 A1155727
3-BDRM. BUNGALOW … close to Jack Stuart School. Partially fin. bsmt. Fully fenced yard, oversized htd. 26’x24’ garage w/RV parking. Asking $298,000 A1155725
CENTRALLY LOCATED BUNGALOW … close to the Comp and Chester Ronning School. 1109 sq. ft., 5 bdrm., fully fin. bsmt., updated vinyl windows/shingles. 24’x24’ garage. Asking $264,900 A1139504
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TOP FLOOR FIELDSTONE CONDO … corner unit w/wrap around deck. Accessible living. 2 bdrm., 2 baths, a/c, gas FP. One underground parking stall. Asking $283,500 A1146424
EXCEPTIONAL VALLEYVIEW 4-BDRM. … 3 baths. 1399 sq. ft. fully fin. bungalow. Amazing back yard. Pride of ownership shows and you will love it! Asking $444,900 A1146860
COMMERCIAL
OUT OF TOWN
WONDERFUL NEW WEST END BI-LEVEL … Over 2400 sq. ft. completed, 4 bdrm., 3 baths. Open concept, new kitchen appl., granite counters, bdrm. w/en suite, WI closet, fin. bsmt., HRV. Private deck/balcony, paved back alley. Affordable opportunity for your unblemished new home! Asking $324,900 A1143772
OUT OF TOWN
SOLD BEAUTIFUL VALLEYVIEW DUPLEX – Both sides available! Great floor plan. 3 bdrm., 3 baths, cozy FP. By parks, valley walking trails. Now only $249,950 A1089150
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GORGEOUS CONDO OVERLOOKING JUBILEE PARK … You’ll love the views! Near walking trails, only blocks to city centre. Beautiful open design, bright windows, superb balcony. Features a lovely kitchen, dinette views, cozy FP in LR, spacious master, en suite, MF laundry and a/c. Easy access, elevator. Looking for quality and lifestyle? Asking $282,500 A1160420
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SOLD BEAUTIFUL VALLEYVIEW DUPLEX – Both sides available! Great floor plan. 3 bdrm., 3 baths, cozy FP. By parks, valley walking trails. Now only $249,950 A1089160
BRAND NEW CASCADES HALF DUPLEX … 3+1 bdrm., 3 baths, fin. bsmt. Open concept, lovely kitchen w/new appl., granite counters, pantry. En suite bath, WI closet. Huge bsmt. rec/family room, 4th bdrm. HRV, deck, paved back lane w/immed. possess. available. The perfect beginning! Asking $269,900 A1142515
3.05 ACRES Asking $1,223,170
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NICE BUNGALOW IN HOLDEN 2 bdrm., full bsmt., single garage. Charming and affordable. Asking $85,000 A1115439 GEMINI CENTRE, TURN KEY – 2104 sq. ft. FURNISHED! Board room, bull pen, 6 offices, reception. EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS! Only $16/sq. ft. + common A1044102
Millang Industrial Park … 6.05 acres! Asking $749,000 A1125445
NEW PR ICE!
E xcellent business / I nvestment Opportunity – Zoned c2 … East-end highway location, City of Camrose. Two lots on HWY with 6,460 sq. ft. Mixed use building. Excellent retail area with 8 bays. Ample parking and easy customer access! Excellent opportunity! Great place for your business. Take a look! Asking $875,000 A1132683
WELL CARED FOR BUNGALOW … Huge double lot. Terrific family home w/5 bdrm., lge. kitchen, spacious back entrance. Single garage, lots of room for RV parking or boat. Now asking $189,000 A1139444
HERE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY … to take a 32’x72’ bldg. that has a new furnace, hot water heater and 2-pce. bath and turn it into your residence, c/w a shop! This is the perfect bldg. for a tradesperson looking for living quarters, or office space PLUS storage, or work space in the back! Asking $129,000 A1138843
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ExcELLENT business LOCATION/Investment Opportunity – Zoned c1 … 6472 sq. ft. bldg., central location, 3 units individually metred. 2 units are leased, front corner unit is available. 4 washrooms. Exc. for retail and/or offices. Easy customer access. Call now! Asking $545,000 A1160705
DAYSLAND LOT– Serviced lot across from ball diamonds! Asking $22,000 A1123876
OHATON … 2-bdrm., 1 bath bungalow on a double lot. Sold “as is”. Asking $122,000 A1136794
KINGMAN … Newly dev. lots. Choose from seven! Located on the edge of town. Starting at $27,500 A1156323, 6338, 6341, 6343, 6346, 6348, 6349
Don’t miss the featured Home of the Week on page 31!
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NEW NORWAY LOT – 65’ wide lot at the edge of town in Spartan Estates! Asking $50,000 A1122563
LOOKING FOR AN AFFORDABLE … starter home or rental property close to schools and west end shopping? Includes 4 bdrm., vaulted ceilings. Attached garage/carport. Backs onto green space; plus much more! Asking $249,900 A1157650
PERFECT 3-BDRM. STARTER HOME … with upgrades. Hardwood flrg., vinyl plank, tiled shower/tub – much of it has been redone! Only one block from St. Pat School. This won’t last long! Asking $139,900 A1145299
ACREAGES 3.01 ACRES CLEARED IN BIG HAY LAKES DRAINAGE DISTRICT Gas and power adjacent to property. Asking $124,900 A1097125 3.01 ACRES CLEARED IN BIG HAY LAKES DRAINAGE DISTRICT Gas and power adjacent to property. Asking $124,900 A1097121 GREAT FLEXIBLITY IN MAYERTHORPE Over 23 acres along Hwy 43 Asking $230,000 CA0168666
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EXCEPTIONAL 2572 SQ. FT. HOME 19.99+/– acres right on pavement, w/multiple outbuildings! Asking $998,000 A1075576
EXCEPTIONAL 2572 SQ. FT. HOME 7+/– acres right on pavement, w/multiple outbuildings! Asking $598,000 A1075552 8 MINUTES FROM BEAUMONT … 59 +/– acres to build your dream home! Asking $329,000 A1125450
160 ACRE PROPERTY east of Camrose – Lovely yard site w/shelter belt. 4-bdrm. home, 2 garages, tinned barn w/additions, 2 wells, corrals, 2 dugouts, waterers. Annual revenue agreement of $3766.60 plus much more! Now asking $625,000 CA0184968
SECLUDED 4.13 ACRES … only 10 min. from Camrose w/shop! Great 3-bdrm. bungalow w/ updated kitchen! Come take a look and enjoy your new home! Asking $429,900 A1148050
GREAT OPPORTUNITY for intensive farming operation, or someone who needs lots of indoor and outdoor storage space, on hwy! Asking $495,000 A1075322 113 ACRES OF ROLLING LAND – on which to build your house! Enjoy recreationally, or pasture for livestock. 1/4 mile east of Miquelon Lake Provincial Park campground entrance. Asking $569,000 A1137982
DAYSLAND LOT – Oversized 75’x100’ lot! Asking $35,000 A1121938
BEAUTIFUL QUALITY BUILT CONDO! … JUST MOVE IN! Spacious and bright, 1365 sq. ft. condo, close to City centre and Mirror Lake. Open design w/9’ ceilings, hardwood flrg., exc. kitchen, superb dinette, spacious, bright LR. 2 huge bdrm., 2 baths, 7 appl. a/c. Hardi-plank siding, ICF bsmt. and more! You’ll love it! Asking $212,900 A1160119
MAIN FLOOR CONDO … at Crown Place, close to shopping, restaurants, health services. 9 ft. ceilings, 2 bdrm., 2 baths. Outdoor patio. A lovely home! Asking $177,500 A1146443
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4-BDRM. BI-LEVEL … Meticulously maintained, on lge. lot in great location! Htd. oversized dble. garage, beautiful yard, RV parking. Asking $276,500 A1161412
FOR LEASE DAYSLAND – Gorgeous 2096 sq. ft., 3+2bdrm. home! Amazing open design. Beautiful curved staircase, conservatory/music room, awesome gourmet kitchen, superb master, exc. bsmt. dev. Quality, lifestyle, you’ll love it! Asking $379,900 A1088745
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OW COURT CONDO … with BEAUTIFUL W CENTRE attached garage! Close to walking trails, senior centre. Open design, vaulted ceilings. You’ll love the setting, lifestyle! Now only $217,500 A1116360
AWESOME CONDO IN FIELDSTONE! … Underground htd. parking. Close to Mirror Lake walking trails. Senior friendly design. Exc. 2-bdrm. floor plan, just move in! A must see! Now only $249,500 A1141162
DOWNTOWN CAMROSE … 54’10” x 235’ lot zoned R3. Comes with 40’x32’ heated garage. (2009) Asking $220,000 A1128477
SOLD EXCELLENT 3-BDRM. TOWNHOUSE CONDO … in Valleyview! Steps from walking paths, green space and manmade lake. Asking $244,900 A1151870
76.21 +/– ACRES SUBJECT TO FINAL SUBDIVISION … Borders Hwy 14 and Rg Rd 205. Great recreational parcel w/many bldg. sites. Good mix of pasture, bush and rolling hills. Asking $425,000 A1152292
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Lake views !
WALKOUT LAKE ESTATES! • 1248 sq. ft. • Superb deck, patio • Dev. bsmt. • Landscaped Asking $528,162 A1032894
~ Park ~ ~ Lake, Trails ~ ~ Quality ~ ~ Craftsmanship ~ ~ Finished w/elegance ~ Lakeside walkouts available!
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NEW ADULT COMMUNITY ZERO STEPS! Graham Wideman
Matt Banack
Matthew Mayer
SOLD Walkout – Lake Estates! • 1248 sq. ft. • 26’x20.5’ garage Asking $532,162 A1032901
Lyndsey Delwo
Al-Karim (Al) Mohamed
Sascha Dressler
Wally Wrubleski
SOLD
NEW ZERO-STEP DESIGN Awesome views! Beautiful 1319 sq. ft. bungalow! Full bsmt., superb garage! Asking $519,900 A1031243
ONLY ONE NON-BASEMENT HOME LEFT!
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NEW ZERO-STEP DESIGN Non-bsmt. Beautiful 1456 sq. ft. bungalow! Superb garage! Active community! • Master planned community Asking $484,420 A1031265
• Designed for active adults • No condo fees • Community lifestyle
4001-50 Street, Camrose Phone 780.672.5851 www.ipdi.biz
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