The CAMROSE BOOSTER, January 25, 2022 – Page 27
Housing sales bounce back By Murray Green
T he Ca m r o s e residential market appears to have bounced back in 2021 despite the ongoing COVID-19 conditions. The average sale price for residential properties in Camrose increased by 10.51 per cent in 2021, which is the biggest average sale price increase since 2007, which had a record-breaking increase of 44.33 per cent. “The median sale price, which is a more accurate measure of the overall market change, increased 4.46 per cent in 2021, which is up from the 0.95 per cent increase reported in 2020,” said HarrisonBowker Valuation Group senior appraiser Jacobus Slabbert. “There were a total of 406 reported residential MLS sales in the City of Camrose in 2021, which is up from the 286 sales reported in 2020, and up from the 293 sales reported in 2019,” said the Camrose appraiser. “In fact, the 406 reported sales in 2021 is the highest number of reported residential sales in the City of Camrose since this reporting started in 2003, even surpassing the 382 sales reported in the 2014 boom,” he added. The average sale price in 2021 quarter four was up 3.66 per cent from last quarter, and up 9.25 per cent compared to the same time last year. The rolling 12-month average increased by 2.20 per cent. The median sale price in 2021 quarter four is up 2.46 per cent per cent from last quarter, and up 0.34 per cent compared to the same time last year. The rolling 12-month median increased marginally by 0.09 per cent. There were 81 MLS reported residential sales in the City of Camrose in 2021 quarter four, which is 24 less sales than the previous quarter, but 19 more sales than 2020 quarter four. There were 16 MLS reported sales in the City of Camrose over $400,000 in 2021 quarter four, which is three less than last quarter, but seven more than 2020 quarter four. The average days on market in 2021 quarter four was 87 days, which is up 15 days from last quarter and up five days from 2020 quarter four. In Camrose County, there was a total of 88 MLS-reported country residential and/or recreational property sales in 2021, which is 39 more sales than what was recorded in 2020. The average days on market in 2021 was 87 days, which down 29 days from 2020. Continued on page 28
Coal Creek Golf Resort is a unique black sand 18-hole golf course located just 30 minutes NE of Camrose and 15 minutes SE of Tofield. Our property offers a full clubhouse with Pro-Shop and Restaurant, tournament facility, driving range and a 75 lot RV park. We currently have an opening for an
Office Manager/Bookkeeper This is a year-round position with flexible work hours, increasing during the open season May-October, and reduced hours from November-March. Job Description • Provide general bookkeeping services including, but not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll transactions, and account reconciliations. • Record daily sales, reconcile daily cash-outs from point-ofsale system, and perform deposits. • Prepare government remittances regarding payroll and GST; prepare ROEs as needed, and annual T4s. • Track employee hours using Makeshift and perform biweekly and monthly payroll runs. • Work closely with General Manager and Department managers and prepare up-to-date reports as requested. • Assist management team with budget preparation and tracking. • Order and manage office supplies for all departments. Requirements • Administrative Assistant or Accounting Technician diploma would be an asset. Previous experience may be considered. • Proficient with Sage 50 Premium Accounting program. • Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter and resumé to info@coalcreek.ca. We appreciate all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Class 1 Drivers
Looking for to haul crude oil and produced water in east central Alberta. Multiple positions available. Tri-axle trailer work, minimum 3 years’ experience required. Above average wages, long term steady work. Health and dental benefits. $1500 signing bonus *some conditions apply. Contact via phone 780-385-8206 or email happysoilfield@gmail.com
FOOD & BEVERAGE
RFP The City of Camrose is seeking proposals to lease the any one or multiple of the following spaces / services:
Food Kiosk, Food Kiosk and Beverage Carts, Event Catering, and/or Restaurant For more information and/or to receive an info sheet, contact Ryan Poole, General Manager of Community Services at rpoole@camrose.ca or stop by the Community Services Office in the Recreation Centre.
RFP closes at 12:00pm on February 4, 2022
Camrose Women’s Shelter Society (CWSS) operates a 22 bed facility that offers services in support of women and children requiring emergency shelter due to domestic violence, crisis situations or homelessness. We are currently recruiting for the following position:
CASUAL CRISIS INTERVENTION WORKER (CIW) Classification: Union position under CUPE Local 1425 Salary: $21.92 per hour Hiring Date: As soon as possible Required Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with a degree or diploma in Human Services or related disciplines, and/or related experience working in a shelter or crisis oriented field. Preferred applicants have compassion and have previous work experience with clients who are victims of domestic violence, have worked with families, women’s programs or have experience with residential programs. Description Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Casual CIW is a compassionate and understanding candidate who has professional values, with a firm understanding and knowledge of the impacts of domestic violence and homelessness on women and children. The successful candidate will be required to work various shifts, including weekends and overnights; also required to complete meal preparation, house cleaning and light maintenance on each shift. Candidates are equipped with skills used to assess crisis calls, provide referrals and advocacy, basic empowerment counseling, promote life skills, and group facilitation. Additional Required Qualifications Current First Aid, CPR, criminal record and child welfare checks are required to start. Our Shelter maintains a policy of Trauma Informed Practice (TIP), which means having an awareness of trauma and its impacts, including speaking, acting and existing in ways that are least likely to trigger or further harm those who have experienced trauma. A trauma informed stance means applying the “universal caution” or approaching every individual as though they have experienced trauma. The Camrose Women’s Shelter follows current Alberta Health Services COVID-19 safety protocols and will provide appropriate PPE for the candidate. Applicants will not be considered if they have travelled internationally within the past 14 days or if they present with COVID-19 related symptoms. Please forward resumé and cover letter to: Email: programs@camrosewomenshelter.org Fax: 780-679-4999 Mail: Box 1405, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3 We thank all who apply; however only those selected for consideration will be contacted.
