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By Lori Larsen

Recognizing the importance of applying a diverse lens to everything they do, the Camrose Kodiaks organization recently added the position of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion liaison.

“Our goal is to embed the best practices possible in everything the organization does,” explained Kodiaks general manager Boris Rybalka. “For the past few years the Kodiaks have been wanting to implement this new position in the organization and with COVID putting a curve ball into things we had to wait a few years.”

The organization is pleased to announce that filling the volunteer position of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion liaison will be Andrea Gutmann, someone who’s name has become synonymous with the Kodiaks organization.

“We could not have found a better person to lead us into the future in this position,” said Rybalka.

“Inclusion and diversity are becoming key components to successful organizations and the Camrose Kodiaks are leading the path in junior hockey by taking the step to have a person come on board to support this work,” remarked Guttman. “This is a wonderful opportunity to be proactive in understanding how and when we build awareness around these topics to strengthen our communities.”

Excited to see the organization moving forward with such initiatives as a dedicated liaison, to ensure diversity and inclusion are in the forefront, Rybalka commented that he can not wait to see all of the things that will be happening for the organization.

Andrea has already been an important part of the Kodiaks success as a billet family for players and organizing the players into the schools.

“Andrea and her family are a huge part of the Community and the Kodiak organization and we welcome her and her energy, experience and enthusiasm to this new role with the Kodiaks,” remarked Rybalka.

Guttman said that it all begins with opportunities for conversations and discussions and equipping the Kodiaks with the language and supports needed in this work. “Our Kodiaks already do much of this work and we can be intentional in celebrating and continue to build them as leaders.”

Andrea Guttmann

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week

Adult community bungalow

Graham Wideman

By Lori Larsen

This beautiful completely finished bungalow located in an adult community area of Stoney Creek Valley offers a peaceful yet active lifestyle, close to valley walking trails.

Open concept and vaulted ceilings welcomes you to the home and hardwood floors lead into the living room that features a wall of windows flanking a gas fireplace with classic white mantel. A dining area is connected directly to the living room and adjacent to the open kitchen.

The well-appointed kitchen has a large situp curved island where guests can sit and visit, a corner pantry perfect for extra storage and plenty of cabinets.

A patio door leads off the dining area out to the maintenance free deck where you can easily barbecue thanks to a built in gasline, while enjoying the serenity of the treed-in backyard.

Relax at the end of your day in the huge primary bedroom with a bayed window area, ideal for a comfy seat or settee to curl up and read. Double closets and a private four-piece en suite with an easy access four foot shower complete the luxury.

Another bedroom that could be used as a home office, a four-piece main bathroom and a wonderfully spacious laundry room complete with sink completes the main floor.

There is more living to be done on the lower level featuring 9 foot ceilings. A large family room area that can double as a recroom and home gym, two more bedrooms and a three-piece bathroom, are perfect for the privacy of overnight guests or grandchildren sleepovers.

The double car heated garage is every homeowner’s dream.

Located in a premier adult community complex at #18 5405-39 Avenue this extraordinary bungalow priced at $445,900, has immediate possession available. Join Graham Wideman at an open house on Thursday,

September 8 from

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