October 18, 2022 Camrose Booster

Photo by Lori Larsen

Sahakarini offers a taste of the world

By Murray Green Sahakarini is relaunching its annual fundraising supper on Sat urday, November 5 at the Norsemen Inn.

The theme this year is Enjoy a Taste of Sahakari ni. Help Take a bite out of Global Poverty.

of A) Augustana interna tional students. They will be wearing garments from their native countries and explain the significance of it,” shared Litsa.

“Our menu is complete ly different. We will have dishes from Brazil, Nepal, India, Indigenous, tradi

“The other thing we are going to be doing this year, is recognizing volun teers,” shared Litsa.

“We have a plaque that will remain in the office. Each year we will add to it. Jane and Jack Ross will be added as founders, Gail and Dave Stolee, Valarie and Alan Fielding, Caro line and Ken Taylor. The first year will be four cou ples and then up to three couples each year after that,” Litsa explained.

“We are also having a mini-market. We were donated about 150 woven wicker baskets of different sizes and colours that we are going to sell. We have other items such as jewelry for sale. We encourage oth ers to dress up.”

The proceeds from the evening will go towards finishing on-going projects.

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Sahakarini members encourage you to enjoy an international menu and a Cultural Fashion Show.

Attendees are welcome to wear heritage dress/ accessories. Proceeds will be going to community projects in Nepal, India and Kenya.

“We don’t have a silent auction this year. Instead we have upwards of 20 gift baskets that are themed from different parts of the world. Each basket will have a value of about $100,” explained Sahakarini presi dent Litsa Tryphanopoulos.

“We are also going to have a cultural fash ion show, which is going to be spearheaded by the (U

tional like Alberta beef, desserts from Brazil and India, so it’s going to be an international flavour. We are trying to feature coun tries that we either have projects going on now in or projects from the past,” added Litsa.

“This gives a flavour of what we do. That is why we are calling it Enjoy a Taste of Sahakarini, because we will give you a taste of what we do, sample food, show clothing and share a gift basket,” said Litsa.

“It will be buffet style with explanations of what is the meal, the ingredi ents, so people are aware of what they are made from,” she said.

“We want to infuse more youth into our orga nization. If someone would like to support us, but can’t be here that evening, they could purchase tickets for a student(s),” Litsa suggested. “This event is a great way to meet international stu dents.”

Doors open at 5 p.m. with supper starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are avail able at Candler Art Gallery or are available from Bri an Nelson 780-672-6374 or Michael Mucz 780679-0300.

October is known as Sahakarini Awareness Month.

Any additional dona tion for supporting over seas projects is not only encouraged, but much appreciated.

For more informa tion on fundraising email sahakarini@gmail.com or call 780-672-8222.

OLMP recognizes student achievement

By Lori Larsen

On Thursday, October

6 Our Lady of Mount Pleas ant Catholic School (OLMP) staff and students were joined by student family and friends and other guests at the 2022 annual awards ceremony held in the OLMP

gymnasium.

Emcee Stefan Johnson opened the ceremonies by welcoming everyone and congratulating the students on their successes. The pro gram began with the hand ing out of Honour Awards to Grades 7 and 8 recipients followed by awards given out for: scholastic, citizen ship, St. Augustine, athletic ambassador, Hormidas and Adelia Pelletier and OLMP Augustana Science.

Next the honour awards for the Grades 9 and 10 students were handed out followed by awards given out for: OLMP CTS, Align Builders, OLMP Fine Arts, Knights of Columbus and Royal Band Diversity.

The event concluded with the Grade 11 and 12 Honour Awards handed out followed by awards for: Mustard Seed; Tanya Thiessen (Excellence in Service Leadership); Lega cy Award, recipient Michael Alday; Principal’s Award, recipient Dawson Sparrow;

Elk Island Catholic School (EICS) Award, recipient Keaton Mah; REAL Foun dation Award, recipient Katelynn Baska and Gover nor General’s Award, recip ient Hannah Hasselbohm.

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Sahakarini president Litsa Tryphanopoulis and member Margaret Rathnavalu display clothing and items that will be featured at this year’s event.

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OLMP principal, Bob Charchun, left, presents the OLMP Principal’s Award to OLMP student, Dawson Sparrow.

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REAL (Religious Educa tion Activities for Life) Foundation representative, Ray Cyre, left, presented the REAL Foundation Award to OLMP graduate, Katelynn Baska.

The outrage factor

I’m past the age where I have children involved in minor sports, but I’ve been remembering as I read about Hockey Canada.

I’m wondering how par ents feel, knowing that some of the fees they paid to have their children in minor hockey are being used to pay off vic tims who’ve allegedly been sexually assaulted by hockey players, including players on Canada’s national Junior Hockey teams or their coaches.

Weeks after it would have been appropriate, the Hock ey Canada chairman, chief executive officer and board members resigned. The CEO left immediately. Board mem bers will stay in place until a new board is elected in Decem ber, because Hockey Canada would not be able to operate legally without a board.

It would seem that reports of sexual assault did not trigger a Hockey Canada response to teach and insist on respectful sexual behaviour by players and coaches. No. The response was to pay off people so they didn’t blab.

Hockey Canada leadership has authorized literally mil lions of dollars for payouts so that victims of sexual assault by hockey players or their coaches wouldn’t go public. One report says that between 1989 and 2021, Hockey Canada paid out $8.9 million for sexual assault claims. In May 2022, Hockey Canada settled an additional $3.55 million lawsuit about an alleged group sexual assault in 2018.

It’s not just hockey. Reports of sexual assaults, abuse and harassment have occurred in Canadian gymnastics, boxing, skiing, bobsleigh, rugby, rowing, soccer and swimming. Ath letes and others have called for an independent third-party investigation of harassment and abuse in all Canadian sports.

After I got past tsk-tsk-ing about all this, it occurred to me that my outrage as I read Hockey Canada sexual abuse stories was even greater than my outrage about bombs dropping in the Ukraine.

The word that triggered my greatest outrage was the word “consensual”. One of the men who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman said the sex was consensual.

I flashed back to times when I’ve experienced unwanted sexual attention. Among the most challenging times was an experience with my boss’s boss. Fortunately for me, someone unexpected showed up as he was ignoring my words and ac tions, and he stopped his sexual advances. Then he said, as if it were something to be proud of, “We got carried away.”

What? We did not get carried away. His moves were intentional and mine were reactive. But if I’d complained or reported his behaviour, he would have said it was consensual. I was a single mom and I needed that job. I did not need unwanted sexual attention.

I hoped that such things no longer happen. But in the past year or so, a Canadian judge overseeing a sexual as sault trial made me realize that not much has changed. A sexual assault took place in a location where a security camera recorded the incident. In the video, the woman was saying “No” and “Stop” and struggling to get away. After watching the video, the judge said to the woman, “Couldn’t you just have kept your knees closed?”

The judge was sent for some training and subsequent ly apologized. I was underwhelmed.

Sexual assault is one of the most under-reported crimes. Not a surprise.

My experience (which I did not tell anyone about) is not unusual. Reliable statistics say that in Canada, about one in three girls and women, and one in six boys and men, have been subjected to some form of sexual abuse or assault.

Any time there is an imbalance of power, some people feeling more entitled than others, and opportunity for se crecy, there is a high risk of abuse–sexual and otherwise. That’s true in sports, in workplaces and in life.

Maybe if enough of us are outraged enough, and then we get strategic, we can change the conditions in which abuse of any kind is more likely to occur. Maybe we can transform our outrage into something good.

I’d love to hear from you. If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, send an email to Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com I’ll happily reply within one business day.

No fools

So let’s get this straight, our new Premier Danielle Smith thinks rural Alber tans are a lot easier to fool than city folk, so she is run ning in the Brooks-Medi cine Hat riding instead of the vacant Calgary riding.

I consider it to be an insult to the intelligence of all rural Albertans and is not what I found as a member of the Royal Bank for 32 years. I worked in 16 different branches, mostly in rural Alberta, and man aged seven of them and I don’t agree. Rural Alber tans aren’t the morons she wants them to be. The fact that it took six rounds to get her elected proved she wasn’t as popular as she thinks she is and will do anything to save her hide.

After being fired as a Calgary School Board trustee by a conservative government in 1999, and lost two provincial conser vative elections to Allison Redford, and Rachel Notley, along with being defeated in her own riding of High River-Okotoks in 2015 as candidate for the conserva tives she is running scared and has no where to hide. Her lame -brain comments

bashing Trudeau while he provided Albertans with an extra $30 billion to save our oil industry and young Albertans during this pan demic is plain stupid.

She finds it smart to praise the truckers for the mess they created and bashes doctors for daring to suggest vaccines will save our lives, then bashes oil executives for wanting a carbon tax implemented because they know it works. In other words she proves how out of touch with Al bertans she really is. None of the true conservatives in my world are dumb enough to support her and retired lawyer friends are warning us not to. She is just anoth er Reform Party financial disaster waiting to happen for seniors.

Alan K. Spiller, formerly of Camrose

Not mandatory

I am not sure if people in Camrose realize that ef fective of July 18 Alberta Health Services rescinded it’s immunization of work ers for COVID-19 meaning AHS health care workers will no longer be required to be immunized for CO VID-19 as a condition of

employment. In addition, new hires and students will no longer be required to be immunized for COVID-19 upon hire or replacement.

AHS has explained that while vaccines continue strong protection against serious illness, the decision to rescind the policy is the result of emerging evidence that the immunization re quired by the policy, which is one dose of an approved one dose or two doses of an approved two dose vaccine, has become less protective against the infection.

I personally do not have any issues with any vaccine since I have two doses and a booster from the same type. However, if this policy, which was very effective at the time has stopped being effective, then rescinding this policy is in my view the right thing to do.

So I agree with AHS and Danielle Smith when it comes to stopping policies which have outlived their purpose. I am impressed with our new premier for her overhaul of the AHS, which is due.

This is my opinion and you can take it or leave it.

Lorne Vanderwoude, Camrose

SCHOLARSHIPS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Former Our Lady of Mount Pleasant student and current University of Alberta Augustana Campus student Katelynn Baska, centre, received $750 from the Alberta State Council of the Knights of Columbus scholarship from State District Deputy Henry Effon and $500 from the Camrose Council of the Knights of Columbus Academic Proficiency Ministry Service Award for faithfully serving in the alter service and youth ministry of the parish during her junior and senior high school years from Grand Knight James Kohlman.

Verlyn D. Olson

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Albertans honoured for preserving, promoting heritage

By Murray Green

Albertans were hon oured for their work pre serving and promoting the province’s heritage at the 2022 Heritage Awards.

The biennial awards honour the contributions of individuals, organizations, businesses, Indigenous communities and munici palities actively engaged in heritage preservation and appreciation in the follow ing categories: Outstand ing Achievement, Heritage Conservation and Heritage

Awareness.

“I’m proud to honour the people and organizations who work so passionately and diligently to preserve our heritage for future gen erations. Their dedication will help ensure that our stories continue to be told and remembered for years to come,” said Ron Orr, Alberta Minister of Culture.

The outstanding efforts of Alberta’s heritage heroes and the work of local orga nizations to preserve the province’s rich history were

recognized on October 3.

Tofield Historical

Formed in 1961, this local historical society col lects artifacts and archival documents to preserve the history of Tofield and sur rounding areas. It has been located in the Beaverhill Lake Nature Centre/Muse um Facility since 1996.

The society has pub lished two local histories and created numerous in terpretive displays of To field’s history including one display of artifacts that

pays tribute to the First Nations’ history of the area.

The society also conducts school tours and visits local schools with their Museum in a Box Program. The soci ety has a strong volunteer Board and continues to be a champion in the preserva tion of local history.

Bodo Archaeological Formed in 2003, the Bodo Archaeological Soci ety has been championing Alberta’s history through archaeology. The society is one of the six centres of

the Archaeological Society of Alberta and consists of local community members from the small communi ties of Bodo and Provost.

For nearly 20 years, the society has been fulfilling its mission of promoting public archaeology, educa tion and the conservation of historical and archaeologi cal resources at the Bodo archaeological sites. The society is best known for delivering extensive public archaeology and education al programs.

CAFCL Charity Auction

By Lori Larsen Camrose Association for Community Living (CAFCL) is excited to once again be hosting the annual live Charity Auction fundraiser on October 20 at the Camrose Resort Casino.

The evening kicks off with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner served at 6 p.m.

Afterwards, attendees will be in store for an evening emceed by CAFCL board vice president Bart Orr, a live auction featuring Ron Pederson (auctioneer), with a very special appearance by CAFCL Leaders In Training participant Ty Hovde and entertainment by The Grand Dueling Piano Show.

“ We are so excited to re turn to an in-person event again after two virtual auc tions,” commented CAFCL chief executive officer Robin Good. “With it being our 60th year of service, this year is as much about cel ebrating our donors and supporters as it is about raising funds.”

To add to the excite ment and fun of the eve ning, CAFCL Charity Auc tion and in celebration of CAFCL’s 60th anniversary, organizers are encourag ing attendees to come out dressed in their best rendi tion of the ’60s.

As one of the major fundraisers for CAFCL, the

auction has been a main stay event in the commu nity and an opportunity for community members to hear about the fantastic work CAFCL does to ensure all members of the commu nity feel included and are offered every opportunity possible.

“The proceeds this year will fund our Family Servic es program, that serves fam ilies with children that have special health and develop mental concerns, including mental health,” explained Good. “Funds will support programming for one-onone support to families, as well as our three summer camps, including two Kandu camps, (one in Camrose and one travelling rural camp) and our Leaders in Training youth camp.”

Good added that the past few years have been challenging, and being able to offer opportunities for children to have affordable and safe summer experi ences is a priority.

“Some of the previ ous subsidies that families were accessing are no lon ger available for summer camp, so CAFCL is raising funds to remove this bar rier for families.”

For more information on the services and programs offered by CAFCL, visit the website www.cafcl.ca

• The Camrose Kinsmen Club announced the 1997 recipients of Kinsmen club Citizenship bursaries. They were Rebecca Koehli, $500; Davin Wilcox, Anika Woyachechowski and Char mion Rebus, $400 each; and Lois Stewart, $300. In making the announcement Kin James Andreassen said, “Certainly, this year’s bursary recipients have all demonstrated outstanding community service. We are privileged to assist in their quest for higher lear ning.

• The Drug Abuse Resistance Education program (DARE) received a $1,000 boost as a result of the recent Camrose Police Association annual golf tour nament. Boston Pizza sponsored a ‘Pizza Hole’ that generated $500, and that amount was matched by the Police Association. Cst. Lee Foreman made the presentation to School Resource Officer Lor ne Blumhagen Police Chief Bill Bradshaw and Kevin Gurr, owner of Boston Pizza, were also on hand for the presentation.

• Clarence Skalin accepted the gavel from rearing President Bruce Campbell when he assumed the presidency of the Camrose Camera Club. Other officers elected were Vice-President Ken Marcinkoski, Treasurer Doug Noden and Secretary Noreen Graumann

• Forty people attended the Horticultural Society’s October 4 meeting to see the slide presentation of the Holland and Britain tour Mrs. Victor Campbell of Rosalind and four members of the local society, Mrs. Jessie Wilson, Mrs. Elsie Lindholm, Mrs. Irene Cole and Mrs. Alma Gerber took part in the Horticultural Society’s tour last May. They combined their slides for the presentation.

• Camrose Rotary Club Squadron #644, Royal Canadian Air Cadets held a W ings parade, where mothers of three Air Cadets presented W ings to their sons. Mrs. John Checora presented W ings to Ron Checora, Mrs. Helen Pilger presented W ings to Gerry Pilger and Mrs. Anton Zieser presented W ings to Tom Zeiser. Gerry Pilger received a trophy for obtaining the highest academic standing in the class of about fifteen, while Tom Zeiser received the trophy for the highest flying proficiency on the course. W ings were ear ned on Flying Training Scholarship courses taken at the Edmonton Flying Club during the summer where the three Cadets ear ned their private pilot’s licenses.

Alberta is on the move

By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency

Alberta is once again a lighthouse for all those seeking freedom, oppor tunity, and prosperity.

According to Statis tics Canada, Alberta saw a net gain of approximately 10,000 people in the sec ond quarter of 2022. This makes four consecutive quarters of positive net mi gration to our province.

Whether it’s affordable homes, low taxes, good jobs, or world-class quality of life–families and busi nesses from across Canada are choosing to come to our province and participate in the new Alberta Advantage.

The real numbers are very exciting. From Janu ary to June 2022, we welcomed 15,208 people from other provinces. Over the past four quarters, we wel comed 23,132 people. But these latest second quar ter numbers are the highest provincial migration num bers we’ve seen since the second quarter of 2014 and serve as a strong signal that Alberta is truly back on the right track.

The Camrose Constituency is no exception. Our community continues to grow, and people recognize ours as a great place to settle. It remains an affordable community with good amenities, which makes it at tractive to families wanting to move to an area that can provide them with an excellent quality of life.

Jobs and investment are also pouring back into Alberta, as we lead the nation in economic growth. By cutting taxes and red tape, and by launching initiatives like Alberta Jobs Now and Alberta at Work, our Unit ed Conservative government is continuing to do all it can to make Alberta the best place in the world to live, work, play, start a business, and raise a family.

As more jobs are created, however, more skilled workers are needed to fill them, which is why these positive net migration numbers are so welcome. Right now, Alberta is estimated to have more than 100,000 job openings. To help address these labour chal lenges, our government launched a new advertising campaign called Alberta is Calling to highlight all the benefits of living and working in Alberta as opposed to egregiously expensive cities like Toronto and Vancou ver. Clearly, the message is getting through.

More than just a destination for business, Alberta is once again a place where everyday people see hope and opportunity for the future. People are choosing Al berta again, and this is good news for all of us.

For generations, Canadians came to Alberta in search of better lives and better futures. Now, a new generation is following in their footsteps and heading west to participate in the promise of Alberta.

COMMUNIT Y MINDED!

Free Harvest Lunch

Join us for another one of our popular customer appreciation days Friday, October 21, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm

During my sixth door knocking blitz of the con stituency, I met many people who have moved to our community from both Ontario and BC. Welcome! Thank you for choosing our community to call home. Our entire United Conservative government wel comes these new Albertans and wishes them nothing but success and happiness in our great province, now and for generations to come. If you have any questions or concerns, contact my office. We are always here for you!

Enjoy chili on a bun cour tesy of our team. We will be set up directly outside

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You can contact Jackie Lovely, Camrose MLA, at Constituency Office, 104, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. Tel: 780-672-0000, camrose@assembly. ab.ca or at Legislature Office, 6th Floor, 9820-107 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 1E7.

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Colin & Barbara’s share: $9,325 ✽

This is Colin and Barbara. In 2021, they invested their share in their 2000-acre grain and cattle operation – land that Colin grew up on and his great-grandfather homesteaded in 1905. Though they’re not ready to be ‘town-people,’ the couple is looking to slow down a little. They’re making the move to a smaller farm that’s been in Barbara’s family for 106 years. Between them, that’s 223 years of farming history in their area. Talk about investing in deep community roots. whatsyourshare.ca

PEACEFUL JOURNEY

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Battle River’s

Got Talent

By Murray Green

The Bailey Theatre has a great line-up of fall and winter shows planned for this season. Here are some of the highlights.

Battle River’s Got Tal ent is a community talent search. There are many talented individuals in the community, and this gives them the opportunity to share their talents by film ing and submitting videos of themselves performing. A panel of judges will se lect winning videos for ad vancement. Final perform ers showcase and awards will be on October 28 at the Bailey Theatre.

Colleen Brown ap pears at the Bailey for a special concert from the Joni Mitchell Songbook on October 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Mitchell remains one of Brown’s biggest influences and few artists can inter

pret Mitchell’s catalogue with such intensity, ease and confidence.

The Bailey Buckaroos have special guests fea tured each month with a classic country music ex travaganza, which is fun for the whole family. The

second of 10 shows is on Sunday, October 30 start ing at 2 p.m.

A tribute to Remem brance Day from the Cam rose Booster The Cruel Sea begins on Wednesday, November 2 at 5 p.m. and admission is free.

Lougheed line-up

By Murray Green

The Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre has a great line-up of shows for the fall and winter season.

Relive the classic music from the 1950s and ’60s with a rock and roll show on October 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Nine-time Grammy nominated Northern Cree appears on stage, Octo ber 22. “This is an Alberta based ensemble, primarily based in Maskwacis. They have that powerful pow wow presence, but haven’t toured that much. They are developing a show just for a tour. They will be here for a few days in residency to prepare for the shows that begin in Camrose,” said general manager, Nick Beach.

“We have several shows where we are actually assist ing them in their creative projects, where they are able to finalize their shows. This is the first of three. It is our vision to hone the love of the performing arts,” said Jeff Heyden-Kaye, marketing and sponsorship coordinator.

ILumiDance by Rain bow Dance Theatre on Oc tober 23. The show is free, but you must have a ticket. “This is a lot of fun danc ing in the dark. The cast is not small. It is a large scale event for the family series. We want families to see this show.”

This show is so popu lar that a second show at 5 p.m. has been added.

A tribute to Garth and Shania (Brooks and Twain) will be held on October 25 at 7:30 p.m.

FOOD DRIVE Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Members of the junior hockey team and real estate agents are ready for the second annual Re/Max and Camrose Kodiaks Food Bank Drive to be held on October 28. You can drop off food or donations at Re/Max from noon to 4 p.m. After that time period, you can drop off items at the Recreation Centre before the game from 6 to 7:30 p.m. You will receive a minimum of two tickets to the Kodiaks game on October 28 against the Drayton Valley Thunder in exchange for any reasonable cash or grocery donation.

THE

CRUEL SEA

DOUBLE FEATURE

Wednesday, November 2

FREE ADMISSION

The Battle of the Atlantic was the longest continuous military campaign in World War II, running from September, 1939 to the defeat of Nazi Ger many in May, 1945, and one in which Canada played a central role.

FIRST FEATURE: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Ted Barris, acclaimed Canadian Historian, retur ns to Camrose to tell the true story of the struggle between the Allied and Ger man forces for the control of the Atlantic Ocean. The Allies needed to keep the vital ow of men and supplies going between North America and Europe where they could be used in the ghting, while the Ger mans needed to cut these supply lines.

The Battle of the Atlantic brought the war to Canada’s doorstep, with Ger man U-Boats torpedoing ships within sight of Canada’s east coast and even in the St. Lawrence River.

Canada’s Merchant Navy along with the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Air Force, played a key role in the Allied efforts.

INTERMISSION: 6:15 to 7:00 p.m.

A chance to meet and mingle with others of like interests. Hospitality service available. Mr. Barris has a supply of his book Battle of the Atlantic: Gauntlet to Victory, which he will be happy to autograph for you or some lucky person on your Christmas list. The Spotlight Bistro is offering a special boxed lunch for $15, including a bottle of water, to those who wish to grab a bite to eat before the movie. Go online to www.baileytheatre.com to book your free tickets for the evening and to preorder and pay for your boxed lunch.

SECOND FEATURE: 7:00 to 9:30 p.m.

The Cruel Sea is a full length (126 minutes) British war lm starring Jack Hawkins as Lieutenant-Commander George Ericson, a British Merchant Navy Of cer in the Atlantic during the Second World War. The lm portrays the conditions in which the Battle of the Atlantic was fought, seen from the viewpoint of the naval of cers and seamen who served in convoy escorts. Guests are welcome to come and stay for the entire evening or just attend the Barris presentation or the movie. Either way, Free Admission has been made possible by Camrose Booster Ltd. However, for planning purposes, you must book your tickets in advance at www.baileytheatre.com or pick them up at the box of ce until the day of the event, as long as tickets last.

Boxed Lunches at $15 must be ordered and paid for online by Monday, October 31.

TED BARRIS

City council gives go ahead on Max MacLean Arena bar/ concession

By Lori Larsen

City of Camrose ad ministration were given the green light by council to issue a tender for the construction and initial op eration of a bar/concession area in the Max MacLean Arena rotunda during the September 26 regular coun cil meeting.

City of Camrose Com munity Services general manager, Ryan Poole said that the Camrose Crush (senior men’s hockey team) organization approached City administration a few months prior and started discussion on the imple mentation of a bar/conces sion area in the Max Mac Lean Arena.

Poole said administra tion narrowed it down to an appropriate location which would be in the rotunda area outside of the Max MacLean Arena.

According to the report presented to council by ad ministration the successful bidder would ultimately be responsible for the con struction of the improve ments (with the design be ing approved by the City) and in return would be al lowed to operate the bar/ concession, rent free for a period of two years.

The successful bidder would also be responsible for holding the full facility liquor license for the Max MacLean Arena for two years of the initial lease, with subsequent lease rates being determined using market rates at that time.

The successful bid der will be responsible for building a walled bar/con cession area at no cost to the City of Camrose in the rotunda area with windows opening out to the arena area.

Council inquires Camrose Crush owner Colin Grindle spoke, on be half of the Camrose Crush organization, regarding the bar/concession area.

Councillor Kevin Hycha asked Grindle if the Crush organization would be open to allowing other tourna ment groups use the bar/ concession area.

Grindle said yes. “Our plan going forward would be to apply for a facilities licence. So we would man that for any event that any one in Camrose would like to do with our people run ning the bar. We would look at a small percentage be

cause our people would be running it.”

City manager, Malcolm Boyd said the City has sim ilar agreements with the Kodiaks for other events

Councillor Hycha asked if spectators would be able to see out the windows in the concession area.

Grindle replied just the people in the bar and provided council with a conceptual drawing of the Crush organization plans for the concession/bar area.

Councillor Don Rosland asked if the Crush organi zation has been in contact with the curling club.

Grindle replied yes and that an additional small window is included in the rotunda conceptual draw ing. “If the curling club wants to do an event in the rotunda we could facili tate that venue as well for them.”

Councillor Lucas Banack inquired about whether or not the Crush organization had con tacted the Center Ice Café operators.

Grindle replied that they did have conversation with the operator and Cen ter Ice Café and he would like to bring a hot dog roller and possibly a popcorn ma chine to the proposed bar/ concession in question. “He would benefit from the ad ditional revenue, not the Crush. I think it would help him to stay current and bol ster his business.”

Poole added that should council approve the lease for the bar/concession, the lease would indicate that whomever the successful leaseholder is they would be required to work in con junction with the existing food provider of the facility.

Boyd added the lease would also include some verbiage about what is permissible in the form of sponsorship which would be dependent upon the leaseholder.

A motion was also car ried to allow a successful leaser to build a permanent structure in the rotunda to enclose the bar area at the leaser’s cost.

A final motion was car ried to allow the leaser to operate this bar/concession area rent free and a full fa cility liquor license for up to two years for the leaser who builds the bar/conces sion area (at no cost to the City of Camrose).

The Bethany Group is honoured to share with you that October 22, 2022 marks 100 years of our operation in East Central Alberta. We had humble beginnings under the Lutheran Church in 1922 in Bawlf and have since grown to serve 30 unique Albertan communities.

We have had a busy year filled with events to honour this milestone and we wanted to share with you what it means to us to have been a part of your communities for all this time.

Either as clients, volunteers, residents, staff, or friends and family of any of those, it’s likely you have had a personal connection to our organization over the years and whatever role you or your loved one has played in helping us realize our Mission, we wish to sincerely thank you. We deeply rely on the hard work of our staff and volunteers, past and present, to provide the high standard of care and professionalism for which The Bethany Group is known.

As we have grown and expanded beyond just nursing homes and into housing programs, social supports, differing seniors’ accommodation options, the rapid growth of our organization remains tethered to our original values. In 2021, we undertook updating our Mission and Values and they are as follows:

Our mission is providing person-centered service that builds a caring community, connects people, and makes a positive difference in each person’s life through the provision of Health, Housing, and Supportive Living Services.

Although this mission is new in format, these values have always led the work that we do. Even when The Bethany Group underwent substantial changes, like developing partnerships with other Housing Management Bodies, or expanding into Life Lease and social housing, we have always maintained that our people, our clients, and our staff are at the centre of our thinking.

Thank you, Camrose and area, for allowing us in your communities, for making our buildings your home, and for helping to support the creation of caring communities.

Our organization turns 100 years old this year and, in celebration of that milestone, we have participated in several events over the last year. Our celebrations began with our Open House on June 6, which kicked off Senior’s Week in Alberta. We were excited to open our doors to the public and welcome them on tours through (and underneath) our building; we had music and a “Taste of Bethany” with food from some of our different sites. We offered all of this at no cost, in order to show seniors our deep respect and admiration of their contributions to our society.

Next, we partook in the Big Valley Jamboree Kick ’n Country Parade We designed our float to mimic a 100th Birthday Cake with icing and candles and walked down Main Street with members of our front-line staff, corporate

Together we can create

Two Bethany residents turned 100 the same year we did – Elizabeth Roy (left) on July 19 and Pearl Siminick (below) on August 7.

Open House attendees

James and David at our Open House

Carla Beck (CEO) and Judy (Director, Corporate Services at the Open House

Door prizes at our Open House

Deer Meadows residents and Rejeana at BVJ Parade

BVJ Kick ‘n Country Parade

Bawlf Old People’s Home

staff, and even a few residents from Deer Meadows! It was a great morning spent with our community in the sunshine, but the real ‘icing on the cake’ was when we were awarded the “Best Novelty Entry” for our float!

If you have driven past our Heritage Building, the old Rosehaven Building, at 4612-53 Street, you may have noticed our new brick sign. We decided to place a time capsule in our sign to commemorate our first 100 years in operation, and to bring our history into our future. We accepted submissions from all of our staff, and hosted a small ceremony when we took turns placing our items into the capsule. The time capsule was sealed at the end of August, and will be opened in 25 years.

Our next Centennial Celebration is our Marquee event and Bethany Week. We petitioned the City of Camrose and Camrose County to dedicate the week of October 16 to 22, 2022 as The Bethany Group Week in order to honour our organization’s continued contributions to the City and County. As one of the largest employers in Camrose, we provide stable employment for hundreds of staff, and safe and caring homes for countless clients and residents – and were honoured when they agreed.

At the end of The Bethany Group Week, we will host an intimate gathering of individuals who have made a significant contribution to The Bethany Group at a marquee event in the afternoon. We will share stories of our organization, a video done by Story Brokers that will be available for public viewing on our website, and we will enjoy refreshments from The Lefse House as we share memories and reflections about our first 100 years in operation. The afternoon will conclude with the induction of the first group of individuals into our Lifetime Membership of the Bethany Foundation. Our final public event this year will be our Faith & Aging Conference We invite you to join us as we learn from The Awesome Music Project and Peter Katz while they present on our topic of Music and Mental Health. This free event includes lunch, refreshments, door prizes, and an opportunity to connect with our organization, and your community. Full details including how to register are available on our website www.thebethanygroup.ca, or call Abby at 780-679-3066.

Looking ahead, we know that with your continued support we will be able to build more caring communities. If you wish to join our Bethany family and work with us, or to learn more about the unique health and housing supports we provide, please visit our website www.thebethanygroup.ca If you wish to help us strengthen our impact, please consider donating to the Bethany Foundation. You can do so by visiting our website and clicking “Donate” or by mailing your donation to 4612-53 Street, Camrose AB T4V 1Y6. If you have any questions about donating, call 780-679-2000.

Thank you for the opportunity to walk alongside you for 100 years, we hope we have the opportunity to continue serving Camrose and area for the next 100 years.

Caring Communities

Contents from our time capsule to be opened in 25 years

Bethany Week Declaration Signing: Jack Ramsden, Board Chair, The Bethany Group; Cindy Trautman, Reeve, Camrose County; PJ Stasko, Mayor, City of Camrose; Carla Beck, CEO, The Bethany Group.

The sealing of our time capsule.

Carla, Michelle and Abby with our Best Novelty Entry award

Staff members with our float

1925 Bawlf Bethany residents

Our staff members Denise, Tena, Lisa and Charlene attending the time capsule ceremony.

Staff members Amanda, September, Wyatt, James and Jordan enjoying cake and coffee at the time capsule ceremony.

Ghosts, goblins and gore galore

Camrosians!

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

For nearly 70 years,

have been good neighbours, supporting each other as we serve the rural Alberta communities that we call home. In November, our two credit unions will unite under the Vision banner with a mission to build an even stronger credit union for today’s rural Albertans, and for future generations Learn more.

City offers arts and crafts classes

By Lori Larsen Camrose residents won’t be short on things to keep them busy this fall moving into winter as the City offers a mix of arts and crafts classes for all ages and skill levels.

New instructor Aerin Gauthier will be teaching adult, teen and youth class es in a variety of arts and crafts mediums and topic matters.

Adult watercolour classes will be offered Fridays until December 2 (excluding November 11) beginning at 6 until 8 p.m. Classes for youth, ages 10 to 12, will be of fered Thursdays, until November 24 beginning at 5:30 p.m. and going until 7:30 p.m.

Classes for teens will be offered Wednesdays un til November 23, beginning at 6 until 8 p.m.

Aerin will also be teach ing a fall wreath and winter/ Halloween workshop on October 22.

City of Camrose Culture and Recreation employee and art instructor Jayda Calon will be teaching classes for youth ages seven to nine, on Thursdays until November 22 beginning 5:30 until 7:30 p.m.

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low registration numbers.

If you want to get your body moving, in the right direction, come out for the Beginner Morning Stretch Yoga held on Mondays and Wednesdays until Novem ber 9 from 8 until 9 a.m. (October 31 excluded).

Or if you would like to improve your flexibility, strength, mobility and balance, come out for the Therapeutic Fitness classes held on Tuesdays and Thursdays until November 10 from 10 until 11 a.m.

And what about those no school days where the children are home and may need to be kept busy.

The City Discovery Kids

program offers No School Day Camps including: No vember 10 – Try it You Might Like It; December 28 – Wacky Wednesday; and January 30 – Winter Fun. Camps run from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

All classes and work shops are held at the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre located at 480952 Street (lower level of Wild Rose Co-op).

Good neighbours make good partners.

For more informa tion on the City of Cam rose Recreation and Cul ture Workshops, classes or youth camps visit the City of Camrose web site at www.camrose.ca/ programs or contact the Recreation and Culture department at recreation@ camrose.ca or by tele phone at 780-672-9949.

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Christmas for Ukraine

By Lori Larsen Local Camrosian

Peggy Aumuller, like so many others around the world, has been watching in sadness the situation unfolding in Ukraine, and wondering what she can do to help.

Heading into the Christmas season, she started thinking of how people still in Ukraine, specifically the children,will be facing this season so helpless and with so little.

With the goal to pro vide a Christmas gift to the most vulnerable chil dren (in the hardest hit areas) and fruit baskets to families, Peggy started a not-for-profit initiative Gifts for Ukraine Shar ing Christmas.

“A typical gift for an article of clothing and a toy runs at about $40, and a fruit basket I can quite eas ily put together for approx imately $20 Canadian,” said Peggy, noting that her hopes are to include nuts, chocolate, candy and fruit in the baskets.

“Nuts are traditional to Christmas in Ukraine and I want to be able to provide a treat for people. Some of these people are unemployed, have lost their homes, some have lost family members. Many are

displaced and have found themselves in crammed apartments where they can find a place safe from the bombing.”

Working with a team of three other volunteers, one on the east coast of the United States, one on the west coast of the United States and one in Ukraine, Peggy will be spearhead ing the initiative here in Canada (Camrose) with the goal of going over to Ukraine in mid-November to set up a volunteer-run office to purchase, wrap and see to the distribution of the gifts and fruit bas kets.

“I will meet up with Ukraine volunteers and I also have an international soldier who will help guide me into Kyiv, Ukraine.”

Once in Kyiv, she will attend the Canadian Em bassy and from there go to the space being set up out of which she will work to get the gifts and baskets ready to go out.

“Medical and other military organizations will help deliver the gifts into risky areas.”

Currently, Peggy is working out of an of fice space provided by Royal LePage Rose Coun try Realty Ltd. (6223-48 Avenue), here in Cam rose, and is accepting

monetary donations of any size to help towards the cause.

“The first donor was a lady who overheard me when I was setting up the phone I will be using over there at a local gro cer. She said she was in volved with a Ukrainian Dance Club and donated right there on the spot. She was the first donor. People have big hearts.”

Peggy anticipates be ing in Ukraine for about a month until she feels the initiative is set up and functioning.

“I have already reached out to the para medic that I have become friends with and he is looking for a family that I can room with,” said Peggy. “I could rent a ho tel, but that is not very im mersive. If you don’t feel what the people are going through in their every day anxieties and just isolate in a hotel room, I don’t think you will understand as much.”

This isn’t the first time Peggy has taken it upon herself to reach out to help the people of Ukraine.

When the invasion began back in February, she was in the United States and decided she needed to do something. “I raised a few hundred dollars and sent it off to the medical supports (hospitals). I actually chose to spend most of the money on burn treat ment–special bandages and medications. Things they really need.”

What Peggy is doing by actually going over to Ukraine and immers ing herself in the midst of such terrifying unrest could only be described as kind and courageous. But for Peggy, going over to Ukraine is not about being courageous, but be

ing human. For her, it is not just about the gifts that she will be able to give out thanks to gener ous donations by others, but also about under standing and empathiz ing with their plight.

“They (Ukrainians in Ukraine) need to feel that we are sharing from our hearts, not just a charity,” commented Peggy

“I have seen videos on line of little old grandmas, who have very little, pick ing apples off their trees, and as the soldiers come through, they try to give the soldiers their apples.”

Peggy shared a final thought about what ul timately influenced her decision to start this ini tiative and make the trip over to Ukraine.

“Someone asked me, when this invasion against Ukraine hap pened, what stood out in my mind, and I re membered how one of my daughters got the nickname Mysha, which means mouse in Ukrai nian. It was given to her by an elderly gentleman at Ukrainian Village when she was about four years old, very nervous ly watching him as the manager at the store. She was very timid, chew ing on her sleeve, and he noticed and started talk ing to her. He came down to her level, talk ing to her with the Ukrainain accent and started call ing her this little Mysha, putting her at ease. That kindness im printed on me at the time.”

It may have been that moment

that was stored in Peggy’s memory that has come back to her in these times, seeing the situation in Ukraine and realizing that small kindnesses have the power to greatly impact the lives of others.

“As we go through our life, we get so busy in our roles in life–parents, working, in the communi ty–we sometimes forget to look at the bigger picture of our place in the world.”

I am sure we can all remember something someone did to make us feel like we were being thought of, especially during the busy holiday season, and that is Peg gy’s biggest goal, to let the children and families of Ukraine know they are in our minds and hearts.

Donations can be made through the Christ mas Gifts for Ukraine website www.christmas giftsforukraine.com through Paypal and will be directed to the bank ac count set up for the funds.

Or, you can visit Peg gy’s office space and if she is not available, Jen nifer Shields will accept any donations.

For more information, contact Peggy by email ChristmasGifts4Ukraine@ gmail.com or by telephone 780-226-5358.

KICK TO WIN

ROYAL LEPAGE RIBBON CUTTING

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Royal LePage Rose Country Realty had a ribbon cutting for the new business grand opening held on October 13. Pictured left to right are City of Camrose councillor Lucas Banack, Royal LePage Rose Country Realty co-owner Steven Shields, City of Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko and Royal LePage Rose Country Realty co-owner Jennifer Shields.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

The OLMP Royals scored plenty of touchdowns and add ed several points on kicks from Logan Mitchell to win over the Vermilion Mauraders on October 11. The OLMP Royals are fighting for a playoff position this fall.

Submitted

Rosie, a three-year-old dachshund, is the Camrose Gifts for Ukraine Sharing Christmas mascot

The automotive section of

Glover adds 1969 Cyclone to collection

By Murray Green

Joe Glover of Irma added a Mercury 1969 Cyclone 428 Cobra Jet to his collection of vehicles.

“There were only 2,173 of the vehicles built, so it is a rare car. Six were painted this blue colour. One had gold stripes and one air conditioning. This one has both gold stripes and air conditioning. This is a very rare, hard to find car. I found this car in South Carolina,” Joe said.

“In fact, the guy had sell er’s remorse even before he sold it. He told me that he would get my name and phone number and call me when he was ready to sell. It was about two years later when he phoned me so see if I was still interested. I told him that I am always interest ed,” added Joe.

The Mercury Cyclone is an automobile that was marketed by the Mercury division of Ford from 1964 to 1971.

“I sanded it down and repainted the car and the front seat was reupholstered. Other than that, it is original. Well, other than the wheels. I’m pretty happy with the car and the way it is. It drives nice and if you have to get somewhere quick, you can,” suggested Joe.

“It has a C6 transmission. I want to keep it original as much as possible. The fact that it has air conditioning makes it even more rare. The fact that it is a Mercury, rather than a Ford, also makes it rare,” add ed Joe.

Introduced in 1964 as the Mercury Comet Cyclone, the Cyclone replaced the S-22 as

“If I see a Cyclone around, it could be mine. It was deliv ered to me on my birthday,” laughed Joe.

FUN FACTS

The Cyclone Spoiler was for the performance-minded with front and rear spoilers, black or white racing stripes that went from front to the rear of the car, an integrated functional hood scoop for ram air induction, 140 mph speed ometer with a four-gauge suite including an 8,000 rpm ta chometer with adjustable red line, vinyl bucket seats, dual racing mirrors and a competition suspension package.

In 1969, the Cyclones had several engine options: the 302 cubic inch engine was available with 220 horsepower. The 351 cubic inch engine had two versions: one was 250 hp and the other was 290 hp.

The 390 cubic inch engine for the GTs was available with 320 hp.

Mercury also added a new model to the Cyclone line: the Cobra Jet (CJ). The Cobra Jet’s engine was a 428, which gen erated 335 hp. The engine had a Ram Air option, a 735 CFM Holley four-barrel carburetor, although the option showed no quoted difference in horsepower rating. The Mercury Cy clone CJ had the following enhancements over the Cyclone and Cyclone GT: it had a blacked-out grille; dual exhausts; 3:50:1 axle ratio; engine dress-up kit (chromed parts); hood (bonnet) stripes; and a competition handling package.

Mercury produced a version of the Cyclone for NASCAR called the Cyclone Spoiler II. The model was available in two styles. The street version featured a 351 cu in (5,752 cc) Windsor block, and was used to enter into the NASCAR busi ness. The racing version featured a 429 cu in (7,030 cc) Boss block, which was the same engine as the one in the 1969 Boss Mustang.

The CJ model was dropped from the Cyclone lineup in 1970 and applied to some of the engine names in the series. Mercury thus featured the Cy clone, Cyclone Spoiler and Cy clone GT.

“I love driving this car. This car was known for some power and speed. It is definite ly quick. I like that I can just jump into it and drive it and not worry about anything. It is beautiful and fun to drive. It steers great. It is an all-round nice car,” he continued.

The Cyclone became a dis tinct nameplate for the 1968 model year, as the Mercury Montego was phased in to re place the Comet.

Within Mercury, the Cy clone was slotted between the Cougar pony car and the Marquis/Marauder full-size two-doors. Though largely overshadowed by the Cougar, the Cyclone was positioned as a muscle car, representing the Mercury brand in racing and was a clone of the Ford Fair lane Thunderbolt.

Four generations of the Cyclone were produced, with production ending after the 1971 model year. For the 1972 model year, the Cyclone re turned as an option package for the Montego; only 30 ex

amples were produced. Within the Mercury line, the Cyclone was not directly replaced. The Cougar XR7 was repackaged as a personal luxury version of the Montego for 1974.

The standard engine for the base Cyclone was the 428 cubic inch four-barrel with dual

exhaust that was rated at 360 horsepower. In 1970, the en gine was a 429.

“All of my cars are keepers. My wife and children enjoy old cars, so hopefully they stay in the family,” he concluded.

Old Ride?

If you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original) or even if you’re in the midst of a build: street, rat or restoration, we’d lik e to profile your projec t.

Contact Murray Green, News Repor ter Phone 780.672.3142

Email murrayg@camrosebooster.com

POWERFUL CYCLONE

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Joe Glover of Irma travelled to South Carolina to find this 1969 Mercury Cyclone. After a couple of years of trying to purchase the car, the seller finally agreed to let Joe buy it. The 428 jet engine was intended to move the car into the NASCAR circuit. the performance-oriented ver sion of the Mercury Comet model line.

Magic show raises funds for cancer

By Murray Green

Magician Greg Ross may not be able to make cancer disappear, but he can help raise funds for research.

“For the past three years, before COVID-19, I’ve been organizing and producing magic show fun draisers for animal rescues as I am a total animal geek, but unfortunately cancer has been an issue closer to home the past few years. Family and friends have been fighting cancer. I lost a friend to cancer this morning,” explained Greg. He is organizing a local show entitled Impossibili ties Incorporated with the proceeds from the event to go to the Alberta cancer Foundation.

“It just feels good to use my talents to help a cause, again something that friends and family have had to deal with. Smiles and laughter is good medi cine. I hope we get a good turnout,” said Greg.

The show, that also includes magicians Mitch Liptak and Kirt Bennett, will be held on November 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Camrose United Church.

“I’m always excited to share the stage with Mitch and Kurt. I’ll be perform ing my award winning sig nature act. Mitch will have you busting your gut with his award winning com edy signature routine. Kurt will be performing his ac claimed signature routine as well. This show is going to be amazing,” Greg said.

CHARITY ACT

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Below left: Camrose Men’s Shed members, led by volun teer coordinator Bruce Harris, accepted funds from In finite Imagination co-founder Mike Hicks. He also pre sented part of the $1,500 collected from tickets and silent auction sales to Tanya Ratushniak of Unit 3 at Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital Camrose to go toward mental health programs. The event was so successful that a simi lar series of plays will be held next fall at the Bailey The atre. Top: Mike and Logan Hicks discuss life in Red, while Trevor McTavish, below, is in Every Brilliant Thing.

Mike Taylor

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RCMP promote pedestrian safety

By Lori Larsen

As daylight hours start to get shorter there is a need to be even more vigi lant on roadways and alert to pedestrians.

According to Alberta RCMP statistics in 2021, there were 224 pedestrianinvolved collisions in Alber ta RCMP jurisdiction, 23 of which resulted in fatali ties, 49 in major injuries, and 145 with minor inju ries, noting that in RCMP jurisdictions, pedestrian collisions occur more often during warmer weather be tween March and October.

In an effort to continu ally educate citizens, the Alberta RCMP offer the fol lowing tips on minimizing risk to pedestrians.

Pedestrians:

• should wear bright re flective clothing.

• should always use the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk available, walk off the road against the direction of traffic (Government of Alberta, 2021).

• If crossing a roadway outside of a crosswalk, must yield to vehicles.

• should always signal in tent to enter a crosswalk by extending an arm and pointing in the direction you would like to pro ceed. Make eye contact with drivers to ensure they see you.

• Do not cross a street in the middle of a block or

between parked cars. If there are no crossing lights, wait until all vehi cles have come to a com plete stop before crossing (Government of Alberta, 2021).

• Never be distracted while walking such as the use of headphones or texting

Motorists:

• must yield to pedestrians at both marked and un marked crosswalks,

• Ensure vehicles have working headlights, it is required in order to see pedestrians, cyclists, and wildlife on the road.

• When approaching flash ing crosswalk lights, should slow to 30 km/h and yield to pedestrians signalling to cross. Look both ways to ensure pe destrians have cleared the crosswalk before pro ceeding.

“We want to ensure all road users, whether they are travelling by car or on foot, are safe on Al berta’s streets and high ways,” explained Alberta RCMP Traffic Inspector Chris Romanchych. “Pe destrians are some of our most vulnerable road us ers. As such, we must take the appropriate measures and precautions to reduce any potential risks to their safety and well-being.”

For more traffic safety information, follow Alberta RCMP on Facebook @RCMP inAlberta and Twitter @RCMPAlberta

RCMP Operation Impact numbers in

By Lori Larsen

Operation Impact, a safe driving initiative orga nized by the Canadian As sociation of Chiefs of Police ran between October 7 to 10, involving law enforce ment agencies across the country in a push to en courage safe driving behav iors on Canadian roadways.

Over the course of this initiative the Alberta RCMP reported issuing 2,653 tickets in support of the campaign and traffic safety enforcement.

Between October 7 and 10, there were zero fa talities as a result of motor vehicle collisions across Al berta RCMP jurisdiction, and there were 21 motor

vehicle collisions resulting in injury.

Tickets issued by Al berta RCMP members pa trolling provincial roads and highways during Op eration Impact, consisted of 1,328 speeding charges, 18 excessive speeding charges (more than 50 km/h over the posted limit), 58 driving without a seatbelt charges, and 65 distracted driving charges. Additionally, 88 impaired drivers were re moved from the roadways.

The RCMP also re ceived 40 calls from the public notifying them of dangerous or suspected im paired drivers, of which 11 resulted in officers locat ing the vehicles, confirming

that the drivers were in fact impaired, and then remov ing them from the road.

For more traffic safety information, follow the Al berta RCMP on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and Twitter @RCMPAlberta.

Batteries for Automotive s and Trailers

BIRTHS

To Amanda Saddle back and Daniel Clarke, a daughter on October 9. DEATHS

Walter Henry Riediger of Camrose, formerly of Tofield, on October 5 at 68 years of age.

Gwenneth “Gwen” Mae Scott of Camrose, formerly of Edberg, on October 6, at 95 years of age.

Arnold “Arne” Alexander Mackowosky of Camrose, on October 7, at 74 years of age.

William “Butch” John Nyuli of Camrose, formerly of Stettler, on October 8, at 69 years of age.

Donna Marie Macohonic of Camrose, formerly of Strome, on October 9, at 84 years of age.

Devina Leola Dennis of Camrose, on October 9, at 96 years of age.

Elizbeth Burdinsky of Holden, on October 10 at 72 years of age.

Arthur “Art” William Nicholson of Camrose, for merly of Lampman, SK,on October 12, at 91 years of age.

Local Crush edge Rustlers

By Murray Green Danton Davis scored in the third period that proved to be the game winner as the Camrose Crush edged the Red Deer Rustlers 6-5 in North Central Hockey League play on October 8.

Captain Dillan McCombie led the Crush on offence with two goals and two assists.

Red Deer led 4-3 after the opening period with McCombie scoring twice and Eric Sonnenberg added a single marker.

In the middle frame, Camrose netted two power play tallies to take the lead for good. Landon Oslanski and Ryley Bennefield finished plays with a goal.

In the third period, Davis put the game out of reach with his winner.

In net, goalie Connor Dobberthien stopped 45 of 50 shots fired in his direction for the win.

The next home game for the Crush is on October 29 when they face Fort Saskatchewan at 8 p.m. in the Max McLean Arena.

Other home dates are on November 12 against Westlock, November 26 when they take on Morinville, December 10 they host Lacombe and January 28 Bonnyville is in Camrose.

Arthur “Art” William Nicholson October 9, 1931 ~ October 12, 2022

Arthur “Art” William Nicholson of Camrose, AB, formerly of Lampman, SK, passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at the age of 91 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughters Roxanne (Wayne) Harde of Camrose, and Michelle Nicholson (Krzysztof Lepianka) of Maple Ridge, BC; grandchildren Erin Harde (Gord Burt) of Calgary, and Alex Lepianka of Berlin, Germany; and great-grandchildren Arwyn Burt, and Bristol Burt.

Art was predeceased by his wife Vonnie (Devona); Ab and Doris Unraw, Pete and Louise Mitchell, Don and Doreen Mitchell, Viv Carver, Gord and Sharon Mitchell, Durl and Kathy Mitchell, Diane Atcheynum, Dew Carver, and Chad Mitchell.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, from the Bethel Lutheran Church, 4102-73 Street, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Deborah Ann Taylor.

If family and friends so desire, memorial donations in Art’s memory may be made to the Bethel Lutheran Church.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

service since 1906”

LaVonne Harrison 1932 ~ 2022

LaVonne Joy Harrison passed away peacefully into the arms of her Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ at St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose, Alberta on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at the age of 89 years.

LaVonne was born on December 20, 1932, to Henry and Freda Pregitzer of the Earltown area, and grew up on the family farm. She attended Earltown Elementary School and completed her education at Hanna High School.

Upon graduation, she attended Normal School in Calgary, Alberta and received her Teaching Certificate. LaVonne taught at one-room schools in Square Deal and Rose Lynn prior to getting a position at Hanna Elementary School, where she taught until her retirement in 1988. In 1952, LaVonne married Leonard Harrison, and together they raised their two sons, Les, born in 1953, and Rian, born in 1955. During the following years, they moved several times, settling in Hanna, Alberta in 1961, where she lived until moving to Camrose, Alberta in 2021. LaVonne was very active in the Hanna Alliance Church, serving in several ministry positions over a span of forty-five years. She was an avid reader, scrapbooker, painter, artist, and enjoyed walking with friends, working out at Curves, and visiting with retired teachers at their weekly coffee times. LaVonne and Leonard enjoyed travelling on bus tours around parts of Canada and the U.S., and she continued travelling on ocean cruises with friends after Leonard’s passing in 1999.

LaVonne will be lovingly remembered by her sons Les (Connie) and Rian (Barb); her five grandchildren Stefani (Luke Peters), Jodi, Joel, Michael (Nellie) and Andrew; and her three greatgrandchildren Cole, Reid and Levi Peters. She will also be sadly missed by her brother-in-law Ed Harrison, and her sister-in-law, Dianne Pregitzer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

LaVonne was predeceased by her husband Leonard; her brothers Lawrence and Raymond Pregitzer; and her parents Henry Pregitzer and Freda Haller.

A Memorial Service will be held at Hanna Alliance Church, 520-2 Avenue W, Hanna, Alberta on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. A reception will take place after the Service at the Hanna Round-Up Centre, east end of Main Street, 400 Pioneer Trail, Hanna, Alberta. A Private Family Interment will be held.

If desired, Memorial Donations may be made to Prairie Bible College, PO Box 4000, Three Hills, Alberta TOM 2N0 or to the Canadian Bible Society at www.biblesociety.ca

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed at www.heartlandfuneralservices.com

Arrangements in care of Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., 4415-49 Street, Innisfail, Alberta. Phone 403.227.0006

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Martin Sonneberg of the Camrose Crush looks for a shot he can deflect during action against the Red Deer Rustlers on October 8. Camrose won 6-5.

Devina Leola Dennis February 19, 1926 ~ October 9, 2022

Devina Leola Dennis of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at the age of 96 years.

She was born to Laura and Arthur Rasmussen on February 19, 1926, in Edberg, Alberta on a farm two miles west of town.

Left to cherish her memory are Dennis Larcombe (nephew in British Columbia); her healthcare team; and many friends and cousins.

She was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Laura; sister Louella (Leroy) Ramsey; and her husband Gordon, who passed away on September 14, 2020.

Devina attended school in Edberg for eleven years, walking two and a half miles back and forth from home, and never missed a day of school. She went to Vancouver to finish her grade 12 at Britannia High School and earned a University of British Columbia entrance. She was accepted to the Vancouver General School of Nursing on January 1, 1944, graduated on January 1, 1947, and became a Registered Nurse.

She started her nursing career at Vancouver General Hospital and then went to Los Angeles, California to work briefly at Pasadena Hospital. She went back to Edberg for the holidays and met Gordon. Devina worked at St. Mary’s Hospital two years before she got married. They were married on July 2, 1949, in the Edberg Lutheran Church. The couple moved to Camrose in 1952.

Devina was one of the first nurses who worked in the Camrose Health Unit. She had sixteen years of experience as a Community Nurse. Afterwards, she worked at Rosehaven Care Center as a nurse supervisor for twenty-five years. She spent more than fifty years in the nursing field.

Devina was very active in the community. She spent sixty years in the Order of the Eastern Star. She was also an avid golfer, and was awarded a lifetime membership to the Camrose Golf Club in 1988. She scored for the Ladies’ Professional Golf Association (LPGA) golf tournaments for seven and a half years in Florida and one year at the Edmonton Golf Club. She spent sixty-five years golfing. In addition to golfing, she also enjoyed skiing and curling.

Gordon and Devina travelled to many countries and spent twenty-eight winters in St. Petersburg, Florida. Throughout their stay in Florida, they witnessed thirty-five spacecraft launches from Cape Canaveral.

Devina loved gardening, reading, travelling, and spending time with family and friends. She was a courageous woman who approached each day with grace, determination, and a wonderful sense of humour. Her wit made us laugh and she was a compassionate support when we cried.

She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A Graveside Service officiated by the Rev. Brian Hunter was held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, October 17, 2022, from the Camrose Valleyview Cemetery.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Devina’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Donna Marie Macohonic

January 10, 1938 ~ October 9, 2022

Donna Marie Macohonic of Camrose, AB, formerly of Strome, AB, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at the age of 84 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Robert Damm of Edmonton, Lyle (Trudy) Damm of Camrose, and Rosanne (Darcy) Wolokoff of Daysland; two grandchildren Brandon and Cody Wolokoff; and siblings Joan (Gerald) Kalawsky of Round Hill, Carol Grams of Spirit River, and Evelyn Blake of Calgary.

Donna was predeceased by her husband Mike; son Gene Damm; parents Leonard and Mary Rehaume; sister Faye Houdayer; and brothers Leonard and Reginald Rehaume.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 22, 2022, from the Camrose Valleyview Cemetery, 4205-52 Street, Camrose, with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating.

In lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Donna’s memory may be made to the Diabetes Society.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Garry Roy Roose

Garry Roy Roose of Camrose passed away on Friday, September 30, 2022 at the age of 81 years.

Available for publication in

He is survived by his son Colin (Vickie); daughter Kim (Mike); five grandchildren Bailey, Brittney, Karlee, Shelby and Landyn; and two greatgrandchildren Ada and Naato.

Condolences: www. serenity.ca Serenity Funeral Service Leduc – 780.980.3688

Home away from home

By Lori Larsen

Happy to be able to act as a temporary home away from home for a Camrose Kodiaks player, the Miller family (mom Jocelyn, dad Steve and daughters Ever ly and Reiss) of Camrose started their first year as a billet family.

“We chose to billet as we are new to Camrose and thought it would be an incredible way to both im merse ourselves into our city and to give back,” said Jocelyn. “We also chose to billet to give our children a positive role model and a big friend.”

As a teacher, Jocelyn has witnessed the incredible power that comes from an athlete volunteering their time in the community.

“I wanted to enrich Re iss and Everly’s school, and ultimately we had room at our table and in our hearts to add to our family.”

The family will be bil leting defence player num ber 5 Lucas Lemeiux this season. “We had many hopes for our time as a bil let, but he has surpassed our expectations,” com mented Jocelyn. “He is an incredibly responsible, mor ally strong, academic, kind, empathetic, fun young man who has made our lives easier and has brought in credible amounts of joy to our home.”

As for the Miller chil dren, the transition was easy and Jocelyn remarked that thus far, the Miller children have learned so much from Lucas about passion, hard work and fol

Submitted Camrose Kodiaks player Lucas Lemeiux takes time out of his busy hockey and school schedule to play a little road hockey with one of his billet family daughters.

lowing your dreams.

“He is an example to our children that there are no barriers hard work can’t overcome. He helps the girls with homework, chores and makes all the extra time more fun. From day one, he was a part of our family.”

The Millers have also had the added bonus of meeting the Lemeiuxs (Lucas’s family), which they say has been another true gift and has developed into a friendship that will last a lifetime.

“We may be brand new billets, but we are incred ibly proud ones and beyond thankful for this opportu nity to billet a Camrose Ko diak player.”

Without the gener ous and thoughtful billets who so willingly open their homes to these young men, many of whom are away from their own homes for

the first time, Camrose would not be fortunate enough to have bragging rights of a Junior A Hockey organization.

Billet families not only provide the daily suste nance and shelter these young men require, but they provide a sense of home and a connection to community that is so vital in the players growth and well being.

Players appear as strong athletic players on the ice, but knowing they have a comfortable home and often loving pseudo family to cheer them on in the stands and to go home to at night most certainly gives them peace of mind.

For more information on the Camrose Kodiaks billeting program, visit the Camrose Kodiaks website at www.camrosekodiaks. ca/staff.

Bantam Buffaloes in first place

By Murray Green

The Camrose Buffaloes bantam team kept their undefeated season alive and made four straight shut outs with a 53-0 blanking over the Sherwood Park Rams.

Camrose built up a 46-0 lead at half time and cruised to victory. The Buffa loes held Sherwood Park to zero offence in the second half.

Touchdowns were scored by Devo Quijote with four, Wyatt Bardel, Wyatt Fankhanel, Ryder Martens and Hunter Schweitz. “Fankhanel had a beauti ful kick off return for a touchdown and Schweitz had a fantastic catch and run play for a touchdown,” said coach Brad Berger.

“Howells Boateng was back in the line-up to deliver a strong kicking game. Tristan Ryschka led the defence in tack les and had two fumble recoveries.”

The Buffaloes face the Wolverines in another rematch on Saturday, October 22 at 1:30 p.m. on Emerald Hills Turf Field.

Peewee

The Camrose Buffaloes peewee team defeated the Wetaskiwin Warriors, 40-0 on October 9.

“The Buffaloes peewees came to play and were ready to stomp. With Wetaski win having a few players missing for Sunday’s game, it made it impossible to score against the Buffaloes defence whose incredible game shut down every single play. The defense held the War riors to a scoreless game and were also

able to add two pick six touchdowns to the score,” said coach Troy Christie.

“The offensive line’s great blocking on Sunday, made it an easy day for the Buffaloes. We were very successful with both the pass and the run. We got to see some great catches and some very excit ing runs from all the backs and the quar terbacks,” said coach Troy.

Camrose plays on Saturday, October 22 at 11:30 a.m. at Johnny Bright Sta dium (JP Bowl) taking on the North Ed monton Seahawks.

Atom

On Thanksgiving weekend, the Cam rose Buffaloes Atoms each played a game in Beaumont.

“Our Navy roster played Millwoods Grizzlies (White) where they took home the win 2-1. Our Red line played Leduc Cats (Black); our Buffaloes played hard but ultimately lost 5-2,” said coach Pier Juneau.

“Our teams had touchdowns from Jacob Danko, Luca Threinen, Ryder Martin and Bobby Orr. As coaches, we are so proud of both lines and appreci ate the grit and heart that every player brings to each game,” added coach Pier.

Atom Navy Buffaloes play the Leduc Cats on October 23 to finish the regular season.

The atom Red Buffaloes play the Beaumont Bears on October 23. All games are in Beaumont.

Overtime win

By Murray Green

The Camrose Kodiaks edged the Blackfalds Bull dogs 4-3 in overtime play on October 10.

After the Bulldogs led 1-0 after the opening period and added another early in the middle frame, Camrose fought back to even terms with two goals from Ryan Sul livan. His first was on the power play.

In the third, Blackfalds took the lead, only to have Owen Dean notch the equalizer with just 23 seconds on the clock. In overtime, it was Cooper Sharp that was the hero as he netted the winner.

Goalie Robert Andreakos stopped 30 of 33 shots fired his way. Camrose recorded 38 shots on goal.

Camrose outlasted the Olds Grizzlys in a battle of the bears. The Kodiaks scored three power play tallies in the first period and won 7-5 on October 8.

It was a wild opening period with Camrose up 4-2. Myles Gauld led the charge with two goals, while Callum Gau and Dean adding single markers.

In the middle frame, both teams collected two goals. Camrose received scoring from Ryan Sullivan and Gauld completed his hat trick. Carson Brisson garneed the last camrose tally on a power play.

Netminder Andreakos turned away 23 of 28 shots directed at the cage. The Kodiaks fired 50 shots on the Olds’ net.

Camrose dropped a 6-4 contest to Bonnyville on October 7. The Kodiaks were up 3-2 after 20 minutes on the strength of goals from Alexander Bryson, Levi Carter and Sullivan.

In the middle frame, Bonnyville out played Cam rose 2-1 with Sharp netting the goal for the home team. The Pontiacs scored twice in the third period to take the two points.

Goalie Liam Bechthold made 30 of 36 saves. Cam rose fired 44 shots at the Bonnyville net.

Camrose is at the Recreation Centre on October 18 against the Blackfalds Bulldogs with a 7 p.m. start. The Kodiaks also host the Calgary Canucks on October 23 at 2 p.m. as well as Drayton Valley on October 28 and Fort McMurray on October 29. Both games begin at 7 p.m.

Bear facts

The second annual Re/Max and Camrose Kodiaks Food Bank Drive will be held on October 28.

You can drop off food or donations at Re/Max from Noon to 4 p.m. on October 28. If you miss that time period, you can drop off items at the Recreation Centre before the game from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

You will received a minimum of two tickets to the Kodiak game on October 28 against the Drayton Val ley Thunder in exchange for any cash or grocery dona tion.

Kodiaks family fun

By Lori Larsen

Not only do the Cam rose Kodiaks provide excit ing Junior A hockey, but going to a game can also mean a whole lot of family fun.

First and foremost the Kodiaks are excited to be able to give back to the youth of the community with the unveiling of the Kids Club Mini Stick Rink, in partnership with Wild Rose Co-op, at the arena on November 5.

Come out to the rink on November 11 and cheer on your hometown team as they pay tribute to the men and women of our armed forces who have dedicated their lives and some that have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, during the Remembrance Day Game.

On November 22 the Kodiaks and their fans will have an opportunity to show their appreciation to the vital role agricul ture plays in every Alber tans’ life and specifically in our community, during the Hockey Hooky and Agriculture Appreciation game. And be prepared for the revealing of a new team

mascot.

Back by popular de mand on December 3, the Kodiaks welcome everyone to come out and toss onto the ice after the first Ko diaks goal (or drop in the bin) a teddy bear, toy, mitts and or toques. All items will then be donated to the local hospital, schools, families and the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

Rounding out 2022, the Kodiaks will be joining the City of Camrose to ring out the old year and bring in the New Year with a fun family event. As always the Kodiaks will provide the excitement on the ice for fans and family alike while some of the younger fans can partake in fun games. Sleigh rides and ice carv ings will keep everyone entertained and after the game let the music begin with The River Jacks.

Then stay tuned as the Kodiaks “glide” into 2023 with fast paced Junior A hockey and a bunch more fun family ac tivities planned for some game nights, right here in the comfort of our own community.

GROCERY GIVE AWAY

GROCERY GIVE AWAY

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FALL CHICKEN SUPPER

– Sunday, October 23, 4-7 p.m. Round Hill Community Centre. Adults $20, 6-12 $10, 5 and under FREE. Tickets at the door, no advance tickets.

PETS PARTI WHOODLE PUPS

– Ready October 27. All have curly hair. Great family pets. Both male and female. $600. 778-581-4567.

BULLMASTIFF/CAIN

CORSO CROSS – puppies. Very large breed. Brindle/tan/ black. $1500 ($500 deposit). 780603-4611.

TO GIVE AWAY

GREY/WHITE FLUFFY

KITTEN – 14 weeks old. Trained, cute, curious. Call/text 780-781-1748.

TWO KITTENS – 22 weeks old. One fluffy grey, one tiger grey. Tame and litter trained. Good mousers. 780-608-6189.

FRIENDLY KITTENS –need warm homes for winter. Litter trained, 8 weeks old. Pics available. 780-226-5415.

McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD.

Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780- 672-5242, Camrose

THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK TAILORING in Camrose

Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. Evening and Sat.: By Appointment Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays Please call 780- 672-4793

JUNK TO THE DUMP –Free estimates. Garages, Base ments, Yards, Light hauling. Tom – 780-312-6488.

LARGE ONE BEDROOM SUITE – available. Close to three schools, community bus stop (right outside building). Upper level with balcony. Avail able now. Fridge, stove, heat and water included. One pow ered parking stall. No smoking, quiet building. Call for viewing, Camelot Place 780-608-0334.

MAIN STREET RETAIL SPACE – for lease. Ground floor plus basement. Prime location on busy corner, 5001-50 Street. 2950 sq. ft., plus +/– 1500 sq. ft. in basement. Nicely decorated, a/c, new roof. $2700 plus triple net. 780-608-5222 for details. Our thanks to Fringe Benefits for being a wonderful tenant. We wish them great success.

Call 780-672-3142 4925-48 Street, Camrose ads@camrosebooster.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ROSALIND UNITED CHURCH – roast beef sup per Sunday, October 30, 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the community hall. $18 per person, $35 per couple, $10 for children 6 to 12 years, 5 and under free.

ROUND HILL HALLOW EEN MARKET – Friday, Octo ber 28, 5-7 p.m. Costume parade, pumpkin carving contest. For a free table, call Terry at 780678-6131.

ROUND HILL ELKS –Chicken and Ribs Supper at Round Hill Community Centre. Saturday, November 5. Cocktails 6 p.m., supper 7 p.m. Advance tickets ONLY. $30 each. Contact Allen Hayduk 780-608-9483 or Round Hill Elks members.

BERNESKY-LYSTER FUNDRAISER EVENING –October 29 at Round Hill Com munity Centre. Spaghetti/Meat Sauce Supper with gluten free option as well. 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Live entertainment featur ing The Cod Tongues, silent auc tion, 50/50 and cash bar. Adults $20, Children 12 and under $10. For tickets call Dianna 780608-0215.

LOST and FOUND

LOST – in 66 Street area. Long haired, white and orange male cat. Tattoo in left ear. Please call 780-281-0558.

WANTED

WILL ACCEPT OLD VEHICLES, machinery, scrap iron, etc. Car batteries (will pay for). Call 780-686-5211.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

2ND BEST PAINTER IN TOWN – 30 years’ experience for all your painting needs. Call Rick the Painter, 780-672-0391.

SERVICES

SELF-INKING STAMPS –

Every shape, size, and colour. We deliver, right to your office. Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 St., Camrose. Call us at 780-672-3142.

DSS CONSTRUCTION

Don’t put off those projects any longer! Give me a call and we can plan together.

Devin Meakins, Ph. 780-853-1080

J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649.

LOCAL HANDYMAN! –Need a helping hand? Call or text me with details for a free quote. Over 20 years’ construction experience. Licensed & Insured. Door & Window Installation / Soffit & Fascia / Siding / Exterior House Painting / Baseboard Install / Basic Plumbing / Light Fixture Installation / Deck & Fence Repair / Cabinets & Countertops / and much more… “I solve problems for homeowners and landlords.” Phone 780-686-4045. Email: bluetruck13@hotmail.com

FOR RENT

FOR RENT ADS NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY!

MAIN STREET RETAIL SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $14.34/sq. ft./year, plus share of property taxes, utilities, waste removal and insurance, boils out to $2,812.16 all-in monthly. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

2-BEDROOM APART MENT – In excellent condition! Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one park ing stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an eleva tor and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-678-2621 for more info or to set up a viewing.

STORAGE SPACE – in Downtown Camrose. Secure, clean, dry, heated storage space on main floor in office building. Easy access. 124 sq. ft. $200/mo. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

ROOMS FOR RENT in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students. Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.

BEST LOCATION ON MAIN STREET CAMROSE

– Excellent, affordable multi-use space with reception area, office, work area with cupboards and sink. $725/mo. includes all util ities. COVID workable. Could be the perfect place for your business. Have a look! Immedi ate possession. Best crosswalk location on Main Street. 780679-2170.

SUPER LARGE, SUPER QUIET – Second floor office in downtown Camrose! 340 sq. ft., former broadcast studio. $464.95/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!

CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE

Selection of very nice street level offices in newer airconditioned building in Downtown Camrose

* Single offices from $237.51 per month

* Two consecutive 137 sq. ft. offices. Take one or take both of them. $313.16 each monthly, all in. Come and have a look!

* 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 reason able fellows in the business!

SELF-CONTAINED BAY

2400 sq. ft. retail bay, a/c, 2 washrooms, renovated. Water/sewer included. Ready now. Move-in time allowance and possible help for set-up. 5044-52 Street ~ $1995/mo. 780-608-5032

GENEROUS OFFICE

MAIN STREET CAMROSE 193 sq. ft. on second floor. Quiet considerate neighbours. Paved occupant parking in rear. $263.93/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!

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. $1,668.06/mo. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.

SILVER CREEK MULTIPLEX – in New Norway is a close-to-Camrose rental option for weddings, family or Christ mas functions. $500/day for curl ing, $500/weekend for weddings + damage deposit, 200/day for no curling. Call 780-608-4241.

NEWLY RENOVATED 2-BEDROOM

Corner lot fourplex, Liberty Village, Camrose, 55+ com munity. Attached garage, all major appliances with new washer and dryer. No pets, no smokers. $1300/mo. plus utili ties and DD. 780-679-8907.

ROOMMATE WANTED –one bedroom available in half duplex. Newly painted and clean. Located just off ring road. Near by parking. $750/mo. rent and utilities. Text 780-878-5153 for more info.

BRAND NEW 2-BED ROOM – one bath bi-level units available. Located close to hos pital and downtown. Rent plus utilities with water included. No smokers, partiers or pets. 780608-8315 to enquire.

3-BEDROOM, 1½ BATHS – two-storey duplex. Available November 1. Located on Enevold Drive, Camrose. $900/mo. utili ties not included. $900 security deposit. Contact Mid-City 780226-8598 to arrange for an appli cation.

RENOVATED TWO BED ROOM/TWO BATH HOUSE

– Quiet street, downtown area. Spacious back yard with deck. $1200/mo. Available Nov. 1. Text 780-608-7099 for more informa tion.

Joi n our tea m as a

Junior

Strategist

You will be trained and positioned to professionally represent all services provided by The Camrose Booster:

Flyer Printing and Deli very

Website Design

Camrose Now! App

Commercial Printin g

Promotional (Logo) Products

YOUR PRIM ARY FOCUS:

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Tell us why you’re the right fit! Resumés may be emailed to mcfoul@cable-lynx.net or presented in person to:

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MACHINERY

SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.

MISCELLANEOUS

FALL AND WINTER ARE HERE – I have firewood for sale. Spruce and pine mixed totes. Approximately 1/3 cord, 1/4 cord. Also bagged approxi mately 50 pounds. 780-292-0676.

TURF TIL 5 hp tiller with forward and reverse.

POULAN PRO 208 cc/24” snow blower. MTD 3 hp 18” tiller. 780-679-3414

AUTO

DADS – LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds. We match up buyers and sellers. Phone the Camrose Booster, 780-672-3142.

BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS

LOVE CAMPING, BUT TIRED OF SHOVELLING SNOW OFF THE AWNING IN MAY? Say goodbye to your Gulfstream! Move it fast with a Camrose Booster classified. Phone 780-672-3142.

SELLING YOUR SEAWORTHY BOAT? Make a splash with an ad in the Booster classifieds! 780-672-3142.

FA RM LA ND FOR SA LE BY TENDER

LEONAR D J. KIZIAK and ELIZABET H KIZIAK hereby offer the following pa rcels of la nd in Beaver County for sale by tender, subject to all existing reservations and exceptions stated on the existing Certif icates of Title:

PA RCEL 1: NW 13 -47-15 -W4

PA RCEL 2: SW 24 -47-15 -W4

Pa rcel 1: NW 13 is comprised of 110 +/– acres past ure and 50 +/– cultivated acres with a dugout. Su rface Lease has been paying $2,100.0 0 yearly All Su rface Lease payments, if any, received by the Seller before closing, will not be adjusted and all futu re payments will be assigned to the new Pu rchaser.

Pa rcel 2: SW 24 is comprised of 130 +/– cultivated acres and 30 +/– bush lowland.

Tenders may be made for any one or both the said pa rcels.

Tenders are to be subm itted in sealed envelopes ma rked “K izia k

Tender”, to Scot t Fa rn ha m at Fa rn ha m West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Ba rr isters and Solicitors, 5016 -52 St reet, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1V7, on or before 12:0 0 noon, November 9, 2022, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a certif ied cheque or ba nk draft payable to Fa rn ha m West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in tr ust for 5% of the tender pr ice.

No conditiona l tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessar ily be accepted

Tenders will not be opened in public The deposits of all unsuccessf ul tenderer s will be returned to them by mail

The successf ul tenderer will be obligated to complete the pu rchase on or before December 14, 2022. The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towa rds the pu rchase price. Ta xes will be adjusted on closing date There will be no ot her adjust ments. Should the successf ul tenderer fa il to complete the transaction by the closing date, thei r deposit will be forfeited.

For further information or to view the proper ty, please contact Leonard Kiziak at 780- 658-3741

NOTICE

AS THE DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT OF 2022 PROPERTY TAXES WAS JULY 31, 2022

A 10% PENALTY WILL BE ADDED NOVEMBER 1, 2022 TO ALL OUTSTANDING CURRENT TAXES

PAYMENT CAN BE MADE ONLINE OR AT THE COUNTY OFFICE 3755-43 AVENUE, CAMROSE, ALBERTA AND MUST BE RECEIVED OR POSTMARKED BY OCTOBER 31, 2022

Pu t Ca mr ose in

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A Drop-box is located by the front door of the County office building for After Hour and Weekend Payments. Please Do Not Leave Cash in Mailbox. Payments can also be made at any financial institution. There is also a credit card payment feature called OPTION PAY available on the Camrose County Website for your convenience. For more information, visit : www.county.camrose.ab.ca

Please phone ahead (780-672-4446) if an appointment with the Assessor is required.

Camrose County offers a Pre-Authorized Monthly Payment Plan for the payment of taxes. Application forms are available at the County office or on the Camrose County website: www.county.camrose.ab.ca. For further information, please call the County office at 780-672-4446.

Paul King, County Administrator, Camrose County

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of GER ALD WAYNE PIRO, who died on June 3, 2022

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by November 15, 2022, and provide details of your claim to:

Missed Delivery Policy

If you do not receive your copy of The Booster or pre-printed inserts, please report this to us by calling 780-672-3142. We will promptly re-deliver these to city households. Note that we do not have access to certain apartment buildings. In these cases, we ask you to contact your apartment manager to request delivery

Rural readers are asked to report missed deliveries and we will consult with your postmaster to ensure future deliveries.

Thank you for being a loyal reader of…

Street,

KNAUT JOHNSON FR ANCOEUR, Barristers & Solicitors 4925-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S4

Attention: JOSHUA MOHR

If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of the late WILLIAM KENNE TH DRE VER of Camrose, Alber ta, who died on August 29, 2022.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by November 24, 2022, and provide details of your claim with STEPHEN K AMBEIT Z of Farnham West Stolee Kambeit z LLP

Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7.

If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have

Joi n our tea m as a Graphic Designer

You will:

• create eye-catching ads for our publications

• design brochures, business stationery and a variet y of promotional pieces

• develop and maintain websites and the Camrose Now! app

• assist in other ta sk s as required (f iling, etc.)

You have:

• minimum Grade 12

• creative design sk ills, ar tistic eye for detail

• competency in typing and computer use

• prof icienc y in the use of the English language, including spelling, grammar and punctuation

• experience with Adobe Creative Suite (training available)

• website design and maintena nce experience

• familiarit y with printing standards (will train)

• strong work ethic (reliable and punctual), a team mindset and a positive at titude

• good time-management and multi-ta sking sk ills, and can work well with deadlines

• prof icienc y with technology

This is a permanent in-house position

Training will be provided for the right person

Extended health benefits are included.

Plea se apply with resumé to: Sharon Schwar tz, Camrose Booster Ltd. 4925-48 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1L7 Email: ads@camrosebooster.com

ssional communicatio n w it h p eople, b ot h o rall y a n d i n w riting

o Attention to d et ail , a ccuracy, s tron g o rg aniz ational, g oo d j u dgement , t im e m anagement , a n d p ro blem so lvin g s ki ll s

o Wor k i ndependentl y a n d a s p ar t of a t ea m

o A bilit y to d ea l e e ctivel y w it h p eopl e

o Valid C las s 5 D ri ve r’s L icens e w it h clea n d ri ve r’s abstrac t (3 year)

o Firs t A i d a n d C PR Cer ti c atio n

o M us t h ave team exp erience; d eveloped a bilit y to communicat e w it h m ember s of a t ea m a n d to b e a bl e to e asil y c omprehen d a n d follow i nstruction s

o Previ ou s exp erienc e i n t h e u tilit y veget atio n i ndustr y would be an a sset

Hour s o f O peration : H our s of o peration a re g enerally 6:3 0 a m to 5: 0 0 p m , fou r d ays a week

Sa lar y a n d B ene t s : Ba tt l e R ive r Powe r C oo p o e r s a competitive s alar y, a tt ractive b ene t s a n d a posit ive wor k enviro nment . T h e s ta rt in g s alar y fo r t hi s positio n w il l b e b ased u po n t h e exp erienc e a n d q uali c ation s of t he successfu l c andidate

Applications : Quali e d a pplicant s a re e ncouraged to submi t a c ove r l et ter a n d cur re n t resum é v i a e mail o r to addres s b elow by Friday, O ctobe r 21, 2022, a t 4:0 0 p m o r whe n a s ui ta bl e c andidate i s h ired We appreciate and consider al l applications ; however only those selected for an interview will be contacte d.

Please submi t you r resum é to: Ba tt l e R ive r Powe r C oo

At tent ion: H uma n Resou

es Box 1420, C am ro se, A B T4V 1X3 Fa x : 780 -672-7969

Email : valerie.king@brpower.coo p

Sales Clerk

The successful candidate will provide outstanding customer ser vice, with a friendly cour teous attitude

Training will be provided but familiarit y with computers is an asset . If you have an eye for detail, are physically t and bring a can-do attitude then perhaps this position is for you. We provide a competitive wage, an amazing work place and oppor tunities for advancement. The hours for this position are 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Please bring your resumé to the attention of Mr. Greg Grose prior to end of day, Monday, October 24, 2022. No email applications or phone calls please. We value all applicants but only those selected for inter views will be contacted.

The Soap Stop has been providing commercial cleaning supplies, equipment and away-from-home paper products to Central Alber ta for the past 35 years.

The Soap Stop is looking for a par t-time

Janitorial

BRCF funds help maintain Bailey Theatre

By Lori Larsen

The Battle River Com munity Foundation award ed a grant to the Bailey Theatre Society.

The grant is from in come earned by the Duane and Morley Riske Legacy Fund and is to be used at the discretion of the Society.

“The Bailey Theatre Society is grateful to the Battle River Community Foundation for grants which help us maintain and upgrade our 1911 historical theatre,” remarked Bailey Theatre Society president Barb Stroh.

“The Foundation is a friendly supporter that we have turned to for help to keep our theatre in mint condition,” added Stroh.

The Bailey Theatre of fers attendees a unique expe rience for a variety of events with an intimate histori cal backdrop and state-ofthe-art lighting, sound and theatre technology. With a capacity to host up to 400 guests, the Bailey Theatre is a long-standing source of entertainment for residents of Camrose and area and guests from all over.

“Together we can be proud of this unique com munity asset, The Bailey Theatre. With the help of generous donations such as the one from The Foun dation, we are investing in

people today and into the future.”

The Battle River Com munity Foundation exists to support organizations in East Central Alberta, which benefit the local com munities and have a posi tive impact on the future.

Grants from the Battle River Community Founda tion are primarily made possible through the gen erosity of individual do

nors and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principal of these endowment funds is kept intact and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organizations.

Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $8,216,000 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Private country setting

By Lori Larsen

Life in the country offers so much: fresh air, room to roam and views for miles, not to mention the added pri vacy of having your own space. This beautiful country property, located just 15 minutes east of Camrose and 10 minutes to the Bawlf School, is movein ready, waiting for your family to make it home.

The four-bedroom bungalow has been wonderfully maintained and has plenty of room for your growing family. Hardwood floors lead through to the living room and accent the stunning wood feature wall.

Plenty of cabinets and counter space in the kitchen will make meal prep so easy, and an eat-up counter offers a place for children to have a snack and share their day.

Every acreage needs a true mud room and this does not disappoint with a large back entry complete with threepiece bathroom and access through to a bedroom that has been converted into a main floor laundry room with plenty of storage and room as an office.

The primary bedroom is private

and has a full wall of closet space. Another bedroom and four-piece bath room complete the main living area.

The finished basement has two more good-sized bedrooms, a two-piece bathroom, large cold room storage area and a huge family room for games or a big screen television.

But let’s talk about the yard site. Large mature trees envelope the prop erty and a huge garden will supply you with homegrown produce. A wraparound driveway leads into a 22’ x 24’ heated garage. Three outbuildings include a 26’ x 42’ heated shop that could easily run a home business or your very own mechanic shop. A 40’ x 60’ quonset and 40’ x 64’ pole shed give you plenty more indoor room for hob bies or extended business space.

The options are endless on this acreage located at 18130 Township Road 464 rural Camrose. Priced at $485,000, this is the perfect opportunity to live in the country. Join Matthew Mayer for an open house on Saturday, October 22 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m or, for a private viewing, contact Matthew at:

Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-781-7088 Cell

Matthew Mayer

Someone asked me if I had plans for the fall. It took me a moment to realize they meant “autumn”, not the collapse of civilization.

I always carry a pebble with me to throw at people who are already singing Christmas songs in October I call it my jingle bell rock

I decided to take up fencing, however, the neighbour insists that I put it back

We never had a Gender Reveal Par t y back when I was pregnant , so just letting you all know that I had a girl 25 years ago and we accept cash.

One day, you’ll nd someone who is completely in love with you. It’s probably going to be a dog, but it is what it is.

Learning is so boring, unless it’s gossip. Teachers should star t ever y lecture like, “Oh my goodness, did you hear about the parabolas!?”

And then there was the time Fruit of the Loom took Hanes to cour t . It was a brief case.

I think age should actually be referred to as “levels”. So instead of saying, “I just turned 47”, you would say, “I just hit Level 47!” and that instantly changes things.

There is nothing in this world that will turn you into a minimalist faster than cleaning out your parents’ house.

Tr ying to tell a stor y to your work colleague in bet ween ser ving customers is an extreme spor t.

There comes a day in everyone’s life when they stop bragging about how late they were up the night before and star t bragging about how early they went to bed instead. (…9:30 by the way…)

A group of Engineering students and their teacher were given free airplane tickets to go on a holiday. Once on the plane, the Captain announced that they were going to be taking the plane that the students had built . Everyone freaked out and rushed o the plane except for the teacher, who stayed there looking ver y calm. When the ight attendant asked why he hadn’t lef t , he responded, “I know the abilities of my students – this plane won’t even star t!”

I’m writing a book about all the things I should be doing in my life. It’s called an oughtobiography.

My 14-year old old had to pick his towel up o the oor today. Apparently, he’s forced to do every thing around here.

Thank you for putting the stick gure family of four sticker on the back of your car window. Your blue mini-van had me thinking you were wild and single

The Eighth Day of Creation

On the eighth day, God created seniors. Most seniors do not get enough exercise, so in His wisdom, God decreed that seniors would become forget ful so they would have to search for their eyeglasses, keys and other things, thus doing more walking. And God looked down and saw that it was good.

Then God saw another oppor tunit y. In His wisdom, He made seniors lose coordination so they would drop things, requiring them to bend, reach and stretch more. And God looked down and saw that it was good.

Then God considered the function of bladders and decided seniors would have additional calls of nature, requiring more trips to the bathroom, thus providing even more exercise. Again, God looked down and saw that it was good.

So if you nd as you age that you are getting up and down a lot more, remember it is God’s will. It is all in your best interest , even though you mutter under your breath.

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Battle River Community Foundation vice chair Kirstyn Rau, left, presents the cheque to Barbara Stroh, president of the Bailey Theatre Society.

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