February 7, 2023 Camrose Booster

The cast and crew were selected months ago. The set design and painting, which took place at John’s Shopmobile, looks fabulous and was successfully moved over the weekend to the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Centre. Eighties-era costumes are looking downright radical.

Songs have been sung and sung again until mastered. Rehearsals, which have been taking place three times per week at the Camrose United Church, have wrapped up.

Now it's showtime!

Churchmice Players, the local volunteer community theatre group which has become well known for perfecting popular musicals, is presenting ten evening and matinee performances. Opening night is Thursday, February 9. More details in this edition…

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Who will Sherrie Christian (played by lead actor Ashley Kambeitz) choose? Rock Star Stacey Jaxx (played by Jay Thompson) or Drew Boley, (played by Joshua Wade)?

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Brisk winter walk around Mirror Lake

By Lori Larsen

On February 1, some brave die-hard walkers came out to enjoy a brisk walk around Mirror Lake during the Winter Walk Day sponsored by the City of Camrose and Walkable Camrose.

“We organized a community walk around Mirror Lake and invited schools and the community to get involved,” noted City of Camrose Community Services Department Recreation coordinator Jayda Calon. “Walking has so many physical and mental health benefits, and we want to encourage and demonstrate how this can be achieved year-round.”

Despite February 1 being one of the colder days that week, avid walkers showed up at noon, including six-month-old Ivy King accompanied by her mother Emily Sangster from Walkable Camrose, to take the trek around Mirror Lake.

Walkable Camrose is a not-for-profit local organization that exists to promote safe and healthy environments and increased mobility for all citizens.

Join Walkable Camrose on their facebook page for more information on upcoming events, tips on safe walking and the use of the extensive City trail system.

“We also encouraged schools to lead walks with their students on school

grounds and to get creative with music or decorations, or to invite students to complete the winter walk scavenger hunt we put together,” said Calon.

As temperatures start to head up again, Camrosians of all ages are encouraged to get out, get some fresh air and get physical on any of the City owned 30 kilometre interconnected, paved, multi-use trails for walking or running.

other users.

For a complete list of the City of Camrose trail system and to view the brochure, visit the City of Camrose website at www. camrose.ca/en/living-here/ trails.aspx?_mid_=34284.

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Pictured left to right are City of Camrose Recreation and Culture, Recreation Program coordinator Jayda Calon, Alberta Health Services Kendra Ferguson, City of Camrose councillor Joy-Anne Murphy, Walkable Camrose Emily Sangster with six-month-old Ivy King and Pam Stacey with 14-year-old “paw pal” Carmel, all out to enjoy a cooler winter walk.

Rising to the occasion

Sometimes, when things are really tough, we rise to the occasion. We deal with the heavy things, the crisis things. And then some little thing knocks us over.

A woman once told me about the time when her family lost their three-generation farm. It was an excruciating time. During the several years when they could see the problem coming, they scrambled to fend it off, worked harder, tried one more thing, but eventually had to face their worst nightmare. The bank foreclosed. They had to leave the farm.

She said that during those years of unrelieved stress, their family held it together, kept handling one more blow, did what had to be done, and mostly managed to be kind to one another during the toughest time of their lives.

“I handled all of that,” she said. “But you know what did me in?”

“No,” I said.

“The church organist for my son’s wedding.” ***

I got it.

Once when I was terribly unhappy in my job for a large organization, I had a similar experience. The problem at work wasn’t workload, though we often had to work long hours. What bothered me was we’d had a change in leadership, and everything we were told to do seemed to violate what I thought were the organization’s core values. We were trashing trusted relationships and undoing work that had taken years to develop.

Hard work I could manage. But violating deeply-held values? No hope that I could influence what was happening? Being part of something I didn’t approve of?

That was the stuff of burnout.

As a single mom with children to support, I definitely needed to work. I was applying for jobs all over but every door seemed to slam shut.

One morning, when I turned into the alley for my parking spot behind the office building where I worked, a truck was blocking the alley.

I burst into tears.

That scared me. When I thought of things I’d overcome in my life, things I’d accomplished–and a truck blocking the alley did me in?

I knew I was in trouble. ***

Many of us are facing stressful times these days–and we have been for a few years.

Times of high stress and huge transitions are also a time when many of us are more likely to feel volatile emotions and think dark thoughts. We’re more likely to look for someone to blame, to lash out. We may manage to handle the big things, but little things can do us in.

This is a time to be attentive to our own well-being, to do the things that keep us healthy. As they say on airlines, put on your own oxygen mask first so you can look after yourself and then others.

It’s also a time to be kind to one another–as irritating as each of us and all of us may sometimes be. It’s a time when, though our first instinct may be to blast off, it will be more useful to back off and think of a mild response or a kind gesture.

Laughter is great too, if you can manage it. Some of the funniest lines I’ve heard were black humour during a dark time. (Earlier this year, my children kept me laughing in the hours before surgery. I’m sure that contributed to my easy recovery.)

This is also a time to remember the good things that are blessings in our lives. Whatever our challenges, we are still more fortunate than most people on the planet.

No magic answers to any of our stressors. No quick “feel good” solutions to our challenges. What we can do is be even more attentive and more responsible for the kind of presence we are in the world.

Kindness and laughter are catchy. ***

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.

Augustana celebrates donors

By Murray Green

The University of Alberta Augustana Campus held its 50th anniversary Community Awards Program to salute donors on January 31.

Students had the opportunity to meet the donors and thank them for the financial support. The dean, Demetres Tryphonopoulos, reflected on the 50-year milestone.

“On such a momentous occasion, I would like to express my personal and deeply felt gratitude to those, among you, who have contributed and continue to contribute to the success of this significant annual event in the life of this remarkable institution,” Tryphonopoulos stated. “The impact of your generous contributions to the education and training of the next generation of student leaders is welcome, noteworthy and vital.”

He explained the challenges the university has faced over the past three years. “We have also seen exciting curriculum changes and new investments in academic programming and student services right here on campus. As a result, we are emerging from the past few years with a renewed sense of opportunity,” said Tryphonopoulos.

“Every year, our students make things happen. Together, alongside faculty and support staff, they organize film series and confer-

ences; they conduct purposeful undergradute research; they build connections in our community as part of their degree; they map ecosystems in Costa Rica and help chart a sustainable future for Alberta rural communities.”

He explained the sense of goodwill in the students in their thirst for knowledge.

“I find the same goodwill among you, our community partners. You have continued to provide support, encouragement and assistance for 50 years. Together, we continue to build and cultivate a culture of excellence in the teaching, research and experiences that define Augustana’s core values. With confidence and pride in what we have achieved together so far, I look forward to our continued success in the future.”

Augustana development officer Bree Urkow shared the connection between the students and the donors. “My heart is truly full as I look out into this room and see so many familiar and friendly faces. When I started in my role at Augustana, almost 15 years ago, I never imagined standing up here tonight and reflecting on Augustana’s past and present, while celebrating the 50th anniversary,” shared Urkow.

“This remarkable milestone has only been realized because of the ongoing support of Augustana’s donor

community and the efforts of our dedicated students. The program was established in 1973 by forward thinking Camrose Lutheran College officials and community members, who created some of our long-standing awards,” she added.

Those include the Burgar Funeral Home, Camrose Booster, Andreassen Borth, Vision Credit Union and Rotary Club of Camrose. “All of these awards have been ongoing for 50 years or more, which is an incredible milestone. Many of you here tonight representing the awards are here tonight and I congratulate you on your achievement,” Urkow said.

“Over 6,000 students have been helped through donor awards/funding through the program since 1973. Over the past 14 years, and including 2022, on average seven new awards are established each year. Currently there are 226 donor funded awards that support Augustana students,” said Urkow.

“Of those, 99 are funded each year and 127 are endowed. I’m also excited to share that this week, we started a new fund and a new endowed award. Finally, about 23 per cent of students received a donor funded award this year, thanks to all of you. Augustana is the envy of the University of Alberta because of awards it receives from the donor community.”

Murray Green, Camrose Booster University of Alberta Augustana Campus donors Tim Forberg, left, and Sandra Forberg, right, received a thank you card from student Jean-Danielle Michiels for education funds presented on January 31.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Blain Fowler, centre, presented students with funds from the Camrose Booster, Blain Fowler Fund and the Berdie and Bill Fowler Fund to University of Alberta Augustana Campus students Chad Nichol, Cal French, Danielle Molle and Lacey Terpsma for education funds on January 31.

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• Mayor Norm Mayer conducted the installation of the Officers and Directors of the Camrose Chamber of Commerce for 1998. They are: President Lynne Chernin, Past President Martin West, First Vice President James Cardiff, Second Vice President Doug Tien, and Third Vice President Bob McKinnon. In setting the Chamber’s focus this year are: John Browne, Maurice Franceour, Kerry Grettum, Morris Henderson, Romonda Kuntz, Bruce Stroh, Tim Hanson, Bob Mingo, Bill Minor, Russ Nielson, Sean Willms and Gordon Wookey.

• Arlene Stauffer, Manager of Finance and Administration at Battle River Credit Union announced that the Duggan Mall Branch will be moving to a new 4200 sq. ft. banking facility in West Camrose, immediately south of the Alberta Wheat Pool office. Construction is expected to start in April and be completed by the end of August.

• The Peters family, Tom, Dawn and daughter Megan, were chosen in the spring of 1997 to partner with Habitat for Humanity, Camrose Region, on their first build. The home was completed in early June and the Peters took possession at a special dedication service on June 5. The Peters family met with Alan D. Fielding of Fielding Syed Smith and Throndson on January 12 to for mally execute a 20-year, no interest mortgage on their home. The law firm acted on behalf of the Peters family and Habitat for Humanity at no charge to either party

• Mr. Gus Mireault, Manager of Northwester n Utilities, accepted the gavel as the President of the Camrose Chamber of Commerce for 1973 at the annual meeting of the Chamber held at the Camrose Lutheran College Convocation Centre. Also installed were Cliff Guittard, of Alberta Wheat Pool, Seed Division, First Vice President; Ken Mingo of Byers Country and Wester n Store, Second; and Ken Drever of Drever Agencies, Third Vice President.

• The Camrose Chamber of Commerce drew attention to the R.C.M.P. Centennial being observed this year, by flanking the head table guests at the Annual Meeting with Scarlet-Coated Mounties. They were Corporal McIndoe and Corporal Loshny

• The Camrose Chamber presented special citation awards in appreciation for, and recognition of, the outstanding services of two very active members who passed away several weeks ago – Algar Lyseng and Ed Shuman. Engraved plaques, which will hang in the Chamber office, were accepted by Mrs. Shuman, escorted by son Steve, and Mrs. Lyseng, escorted by son David. The presentations were made by Gus Mireault.

• Harry Andreassen was caught completely by surprise when Alvin Finley announced that Harry had been selected “Citizen of the Year” by the Camrose Moose Lodge and presented him with an engraved plaque at the Camrose Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting.

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Churchmice Players dance core group consisting of, from left, Jenna Worton, Shinji Cowan, Jane Gusdal as Justice, April McCorquindale who also plays Regina, Christine Morello and Signe Peake portray their roles in the musical Rock of Ages that will be performed at the Lougheed Performing Arts Centre from February 9 to 19.

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7:15 p.m. The Men’s Room (Nor way, 2018)

9:30 p.m. Riceboy Sleeps (Canada, 2022)

SATURDAY, FEBRUA RY 18

12:30 p.m. The Ear th is Blue as an Orange (Ukraine, 2020)

2:45 p.m. Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (UK/France, 2022)

5:00 p.m. Supper Break

7:00 p.m. Hands That Bind (Canada, 2021)

10:15 p.m. The Big Hit (France, 2020)

SUNDAY, FEBRUA RY 19

12:30 p.m. Pather Panchali (India, 1955)

3:45 p.m. Animations of Wendy Tilby and Amanda Forbis (Canada, 1991-2022) (Oscar nominees 2023)

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Former Ukraine residents quick to assist Nordlys Festival

By Murray Green

The Nordlys Film and Arts Festival will be held at the Bailey Theatre on February 17 to 19.

This year, they will be highlighting a Ukrainian made film on Saturday, February 18. It was made in 2020, a few years before the February 2022 Russian invasion. It is called The Earth Is Blue as an Orange The documentary was directed by Iryna Tsilyk.

“Nordlys is delighted every year to partner with a local organization whose great work in the community deserves to be highlighted and supported,” said Mardell Olson, one of the organizers of the festival. “The organization provides volunteers to run the coat check at the festival and our attendees become aware of the group and its work and we encourage our attendees to generously support the coat check with donations.”

This year, the Camrose Refugee Centre will be the Community Coat Check Partner at the festival. Over the past two years, several families have fled Ukraine and have since settled in the Camrose area.

If you want to take a trip around the world, you don’t have to book your next flight out of town.

The Nordlys Film and Arts Festival features cinematic brilliance from Canada and around the globe.

But there is one film in particular that is set to gather more than its fair share of attention, hitting at the personal heart strings of those affected by the conflicts in Ukraine.

The people of the Nordlys Festival are happy to have the assistance of newcomers to the community and want to support them as much as possible.

For Olena “Helen” Stavytska and Sergiy Ivashchenko, two Ukrainian heritage attendees, the opportunity to contribute to the festival is like

laying homage to the land they were since forced away from.

“They bombed Nykolaiv for six or seven months. It’s quite difficult, but we need to explain to people what is going on in Ukraine now,” Helen said.

Festivals like Nordlys bridge the gap between cultures and use arts and entertainment as a means of spotlighting issues like the Ukrainian crisis. In keeping with this spirit, Helen felt that it became a call to action to spread the message.

“I feel like we need to do this – to tell people about what’s happening in Ukraine. I decided to come to Camrose because my husband’s sister and her husband and her child live here. And also my in-laws came here,” Helen said.

She is from Odessa, the southern part of Ukraine, a volatile area where her husband lived and worked until coming to Camrose.

As for Sergiy, a former dental surgeon from Ukraine, he now resides in Camrose, along with his wife and two children.

He lived in Zambia for almost two decades, working as a head of orthopedic surgery and when he decided to head back to Ukraine, the war had broken out, preventing him from ever revisiting his home land. Currently, his brother and sister-in-law are experiencing the trauma of war-torn Ukraine.

“I have relatives in Kiev and in the same cities under attack; my family decided that Canada is the best because it has a lot of opportunities for our children,” he said.

Ukraine is known for art galleries and cinemas. Helen recently took in the show Malanka in Camrose. “We have the biggest opera in Ukraine. It’s always a big event to go there. Ukrainian music and dances and costumes make me feel at home,” she said.

Nordlys, which is entirely run on volunteer commitment, hopes to reach its Ukrainian audiences and support them in the efforts toward resettlement.

The Camrose Refugee Centre was founded five years ago in order to support newcomers to Canada who have settled in the Camrose area. It is an ecumenical organization which operates under the umbrella of Messiah Lutheran Church and provides support to newcomers in various ways including the provision of furniture and household goods, assistance with forms and applications, funding for youth arts and athletic programs and ESL support. Since April of 2022, between 45 and 50 Ukrainians have arrived and assistance has been provided in the form of airfare, initial rental costs, and food allowances.

“Approximately 15 apartments have been furnished during that time. We hope to be able to continue our support of newcomers from all cultures and are blessed to have them choose our community as their home,” said Yvonne Myrehaug, of the Refugee Centre.

The movie reflects Krasnohorivka, a town on the front lines of the wartorn region of Eastern Ukraine. While the outside world is made up of bombings and chaos, single mother Anna and her four children are managing to keep their home as a safe haven, full of life and light. Every member of the family has a passion for cinema, so it feels natural for them to shoot a film inspired by their own life during a time of war. The creative process raises the question of what kind of impact cinema might have during times of disaster, and how to picture war through the camera’s lens. For Anna and the children, transforming trauma into a work of art is the ultimate way to stay human.

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Sergiy Ivashchenko and Olena “Helen” Stavytska love the arts and volunteering.

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Nordlys Festival returns in person

By Lori Larsen

It has been three years of anticipation for the return of the Nordlys Film and Arts Festival “in-person” event, and the volunteer organizing committee is excited to be able to once again welcome attendees back to Bailey Theatre on February 17 to 19.

True to the Norwegian meaning of its name “northern lights”, the Nordlys will once again bring a show of brilliance to the theatre and shorten the long days of winter with entertainment and a much needed social outing.

the 2022 UK/France comedy/drama film Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris

After a supper break at 5 p.m., the entertainment continues with the 2021 Canada drama film Hands that Bind, directed by Edmonton director Kyle Armstrong, produced by Blake McWilliam, showing at 7 p.m. Guests will be in attendance.

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“It is always such a joy to see how quickly our attendees become a community for the festival weekend,” said Nordlys Film & Arts Society president Mardell Olson. “I think because everyone has the shared experience of watching the same films, they find it easy to talk to one another and get acquainted. It has been three years since we have been able to gather in person, so I am expecting this year to be quite the reunion for our regulars and a magical experience for anyone new to the festival.”

The 2023 Festival promises to deliver great entertainment in a three day lineup as seen in the schedule below.

The Friday, February 17 event begins at 6 p.m., with the cocktail hour, black and white attire (casual, formal or fun) accompanied by Hartman and Olson jazz music.

Opening Ceremonies take place at 7 p.m., with Steven Hansen as the Master of Ceremonies.

The shows begin at 7:15 p.m. with The Men’s Room, a 2018 Norway film.

After a short break at 8:45 p.m., listening to Stephen Olson pluck away some rockabilly tunes, enjoy the last showing on Friday with the 2022 Canada film, Riceboy Sleeps at 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, February 18 events begin at 12:30 p.m., with The Earth is Blue as an Orange, a 2020 Ukraine film.

Enjoy a break beginning at 2 p.m., with the singing duo Neil and Lana.

At 2:45 p.m., come back together in the theatre for

An interlude at 9:30 p.m. will have attendees tapping toes and smiling to the musical performance of Leslie Ayuneye, then back for the final showing of the evening, a 2020 France comedy/drama film, The Big Hit at 10:15 p.m.

Round up the weekend event on Sunday, February 19, beginning at 12:30 p.m. with an 1955 drama film from India Pather Panchali, with special introduction by Trond Trondsen.

After the final Cafe Voltaire at 3 p.m., enjoying the vocals of Deanna Didriksen, accompanied by Erik Olson on piano, guests will return to the theatre at 3:45 p.m. for the 1991-2022 Canada film, Animation of Wendy Tilby and Amanda Forbis

There will be a supper break from 5 to 7 p.m., when attendees will return for the final showing of the 2019 France romance/drama film, Portrait of a Lady on Fire

A fabulous weekend of viewing incredible cinema will wind up with the Closing Ceremonies at 9 p.m. on Sunday, February 19, when attendees will once again have a chance to vote for the winner of the Pretty Hill Award.

“Our Nordlys board and committee members, (18 of us in all) have been working hard to prepare for Nordlys 2023 and are beyond excited to welcome everyone back to the Bailey Theatre,” remarked Olson. “We are also grateful for the generous contributions that we have received from our sponsors. Camrose would never be hosting this unique event without the passion of our volunteers and supporters.”

For more information on the Festival events and complete details on the featured films visit www.nordlysfestival.com.

Junior teams hosted hoops

By Murray Green The École Camrose Composite High School Grade

9 basketball teams are back in full after taking some time off for exams.

“Our Grade 9 girls won their second tournament of the year at the St. Augustine invitational in Ponoka. Our junior basketball teams hosted our last tournament of the year February 3 and 4,” said athletic

director Graeme Thain.

“Both junior teams also have a number of league games to go before their championship weekend in Red Deer at the end of the month. Both senior basketball teams have had some adversity with injuries over the last few weeks, but are hoping to be healthy by the end of the month, just in time for playoffs.”

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Ci ty of Camrose, La nd Us e Bylaw #3222-22 Deve lopmen t Pe rmit #4934 – Va riance

Th e Ci ty of Camrose Deve lopmen t Au thorit y ha s received a Va riance applicatio n for Reductio n of Flanking Side Ya rd Setback, locate d within th e C2 – Highway Commercial District at : Lo t 4, Bl ock 1, Plan 152316 3; 4105 -4 8 Avenue , Camrose, AB

Th e La nd Use Bylaw re quires a minimu m fl anking yard setback of 3.0m . A re duced setback of 1. 50 m is re ques te d, for proposed futu re building ex pansion. Any person (s) requesting in formation, or to submit comments of suppor t or objection, may cont ac t Pl anning an d Developmen t, 5204 -50 Avenue, Camrose, AB

T4V 0S8; Phon e 78 0- 672- 4428; Fa x 78 0- 672- 6316; or Emai l to: planning@cam rose.c a by Monday, Februa ry 13 , 2023

Wr it te n correspondence shal l includ e name, addres s an d re ason for suppor t or objection.

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For more information please contact the Project Manager: Francisca Fredericks, BA, MA Long Range Planner City of Camrose

Phone: (780) 672-4428

Email: ffredericks@camrose.ca

Tell us why you think Yours Truly should be

SPOUSE

J.E.H. To the moon & back… always! Mom & Dad

We love you Grandpa Keith & Grandma Debbie!

HH & BH (Mom & Dad) Lots of Love C and R

Jessica, Jayden, Luis, Michael Love you always… forever! Mom

S.P. Almost 30 years… Still loving you! S.P.

Happy Valentine’s Day Mom! We love you, Julie & Marielle

Whittaker & Avery, we love you! Gramps & Memaw

I Love Jesus!

Rita

We’ll publish the top four entries in our Valentine’s Booster on Tuesday, February 14

The writer of our favourite entry will be specially recognized in this issue. His or her spouse will be awarded the title “Spouse of the Year” and will win:

Chloe & Vivian, you are our sweetest Valentines!

Gramps & Memaw

I love all my family & friends

Rita Radchenko

Harrison & Preston Happy Valentine’s Day!

Gramps & Memaw

I love GJG! ♥ RAR

GrAuntie Lori loves Logan, Gabby, Mikayla, Kyler, Bennett, Naphti…

Happy Valentine’s Day Alanna & Brynn! Love Mom & Dad

Happy 11th Anniversary Ryan ~ I’m yours…no refunds! Love Gina

Nala

All I want is you! Simba

Allie & Aubrey, my favourite Valentines! Meow & Furrrever!

Wishing my Greeks & my Mexican a Happy Valentine’s Day!

Bean, Belle & Bear Love u mostest! Mommy & Daddy

Phil, my HEART belongs to you! Sandra

Coach Ken You’re the best!

Don’t need something You Proof… I can’t get enough! Ryan

Happy 10th Birthday! You are wonderful, amazing and loved!

Allie & Aubrey

Thanks for always laughing at my jokes!

Stef Happy Valentine’s Day Love Delin

I got what every man wants. Happy Anniversary Babe!

Cabbage Rolls Avah & Bernsy Love Pappa & Grandma von T

Destinee ~ You will always be our Valentine! Mima & Papa

Grammy, Cathy, Kristin, Rosie & Mikenna! Love Gigo

Happy Valentine’s Day Ryder & Walker! Love Auntie & Uncle

Have a purrfect Valentine’s Day Grandma & Papa! Love A&A

John All you are, is all I need. Love Rhonda

Happy Valentine’s Day Mom, Dad J! Love Max, Taylor, the kitties

Consumer credit score is important

By Murray Green

A strong credit score is an undeniable asset for consumers. A strong standing in the eyes of potential creditors can save consumers money on relatively short-term expenses like vehicles and long-term purchases like homes.

Consumer credit is so influential in the lives of the average person that it pays to have some knowledge of what it is and how individuals can use it to their advantage.

Consumer credit is typically issued by banks and retailers. One common question consumers have is who owns credit cards, which are among the most recognizable and widely used forms of consumer credit. Many credit card companies, including Visa, are now publicly held companies after years of being owned by banks.

A credit score is a three-digit number which represents an individual consumer’s credit risk. Credit risk refers to the

likelihood that a borrower will pay their bills on time. Scores are typically between 300 and 850, and the higher the score, the more creditworthy and less risky a consumer is in the eyes of creditors.

and these include payment history, credit utilization ratio, which is the amount of credit used versus the total available credit, types of credit accounts a consumer has. This includes revolving

lower a consumer’s credit score).

Three different consumer reporting agencies determine credit scores. That’s why it’s not uncommon for a single consumer to have three different scores. A host of variables are considered when determining a credit score,

credit accounts, like consumer credit cards, and installment accounts, which include mortgages and auto loans, credit history length and frequency of credit inquiries (numerous inquiries in a short period of time generally

Credit scores are so significant because they can cost or save consumers a substantial amount of money. Consumers with poor scores, which are generally considered scores between 300 and 669, may not be eligible for auto or mortgage loans and may only be able to secure credit cards with high interest rates. By contrast, consumers with scores considered very good to excellent (740 and above) generally get more favorable interest rates on sizable purchases like cars and homes, which can save borrowers tens of thousands of dollars over their lifetimes.

Managing credit is a vital component of financial planning. Knowing the basics to consumer credit can set individuals on a sound financial path.

Region

If you are a member at any of these branches, you are entitled to vote for the director you wish to serve you for the next three years.

Three candidates have put forth their names for one position on the Board:

• Glenn Friesen • Dean Huolt •Lynne Jenkinson

Biographies for each of these candidates will be available at the above branch locations during the election on February 21 and 22.

Vote by secret ballot at your home branch, during regular branch hours on February 21 and 22, 2023

We see banking differently

How financial planners can help

By Murray Green

Financial planners can help people create effective long-term financial plans, and they also can be vital resources for people who need help managing their money every day.

Financial planning and retirement go hand in hand. Without effective planning, many people would never be able to retire, while others might have to work much longer than they hope to. While financial planning is essential to achieve longterm goals, planning also can make it easier for people to meet their everyday financial needs.

Managing money is a big responsibility and it’s one that many people may need help with. A recent survey from Pew Charitable Trusts found that 55 per cent of North Americans spend as much or more than they earn. That’s not only compromising their financial futures, but also making daily life more stressful. Money is a top cause of stress.

Adults who are finding it difficult to manage their money on a day-to-day basis may benefit from the services of a financial planner. Financial planners can help people create effective long-term financial plans, and they also can be vital resources for people who need help managing their money every day.

Planners can look at things from an unbiased perspective. An honest assessment of monthly expenses is essential when creating a monthly budget. However, many people tend to be biased when it comes to their monthly expenses. For example, some may feel that three streaming service subscriptions are something they cannot live without. That can make it difficult to trim some of the fat from their monthly expenditures. A financial planner will begin by examining your monthly expenses and may or may not make unbiased suggestions regarding where you can save.

Planners have the time.

The average household is a hectic place. Adults with commitments at work and home often cite a lack of time as one of the reasons they aren’t more on top of their finances. Financial planners have the time to help clients save, and over time a planner can be an expense that pays for itself if families are saving more as a result of enlisting the services of a planner.

Planners have the expertise many people lack. One of the reasons people struggle financially is that it can be hard to navigate the world of investments, insurance and taxes. Planners have the financial literacy necessary to navigate those waters successfully and can help people realize both their short- and longterm financial goals.

Financial planners don’t just help people plan for retirement. Many planners are equally effective at helping clients achieve their daily financial goals as well.

Let financial planners guide your future plans.

The automotive section of

Dool keeps Chevy Nova II in the family

By Murray Green Lloyd Dool of New Norway

owns a 1965 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova.

“The car was originally bought in Vancouver in 1965. It ended up in Alberta and I have had the car for 18 years. It was owned by my cousin, who bought it brand new. Then it went to Fort St. John and then back to Whiterock and I bought it from my aunt,” said Lloyd.

“It spent part of its life under a cedar tree, so it had a lot of damage to the exterior. This was my COVID-19 project to keep me busy,” he said.

The Chevrolet Chevy II/Nova was a small automobile manufactured by Chevrolet and produced in five generations from 1962.

“I cleaned it up, sanded it, painted it (same as original colour) and put in a couple of bucket seats in it because the front seats were wore out,” explained Lloyd.

“I just put in any seats, now I’m looking for the proper seats to put in it. I want to keep it as original as possible,” he stated.

“It has the original motor, a 194-cubic-inch with 120 horsepower. It has a powerglide transmission. When I brought it back from BC, I had better mileage than my wife got with her Topaz. It worked out to about 30 miles to the gal-

lon,” Lloyd added.

“The engine has never been opened. It only has 67,000 miles on it. I may open it up and make a few adjustments. It had 66,000 on it when I bought it, so I don’t drive it a lot, only in

FUN FACTS

The 1965 Chevrolet Chevy II and Nova were updated with cleaner front-end styling courtesy of a fresh full-width grille with new integrated headlight bezels. Parking lights moved down to the deep-section bumper, and sedans gained a new roofline. Taillight and backup lights were restyled, as was the rear cove.

The 1965 Chevy II came in entry-level 100 form or as the posher Nova 400, each in three body styles. The Nova Super Sport came as a Sport Coupe only, and its production dipped to just 9,100 cars. Super Sports had a new brushed-chrome console with floor-mounted fourspeed manual transmission or Powerglide automatic, but a column-mounted three-speed manual remained standard. Bucket seats wore textured vinyl trim, and the dashboard held ammeter, oil pressure, and temperature gauges.

An expanded engine lineup gave customers six power choices of the six-cylinder or V-8 engines; the fourcylinder was available only in the 100. But, for Chevy II enthusiasts, 1965 is best remembered as the year the Chevy II became a muscle car. Mid-year brought a more potent 283 with dual exhausts and 220 horsepower. It is possible that some Chevy II sales were lost to the brandnew ’65 Corvair, which featured sleek new (Z-body) styling along with a brand-new chassis.

the summer,” shared Lloyd.

“It didn’t look that nice until I put the paint on it. The car is coming along, but is still a work in progress. I want to put the proper seats back into it, maybe work on the dash, but other than that I want to pretty well leave it the same,” offered Lloyd.

“I’m lucky that you can still find parts that are available for this vehicle, because it is a Nova. The Nova was known for being the muscle car of the ’60s, so it had that attraction for me. If I had the time and money I would put a 427 in it, so it would be a muscle car. Everyone has a 350 in it, so I wanted to be different with a 194,” Lloyd laughed.

Nova was the top model in the Chevy II lineup through 1968. The Chevy II nameplate was dropped after 1968.

“It was a good project for me and it took me two months to sand it down to bare metal. I put a coat of primer on it and then

painted it myself in my garage. I’m still trying to get the paint off the floor,” he said.

“This is a Canadian car, not American. The American versions have a

lot more chrome on it on the front end, but don’t have this piece of chrome in the back. That’s how you can tell the difference,” Lloyd explained. “It was a fun project.”

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.

OLD SCHOOL NOVA

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Lloyd Dool cleaned up his 1965 Chevrolet Nova II to enjoy driving on the streets and highway. With the low mileage on the vehicle, his major work was painting it and installing seats.

Ryan ~ You have my ♥ forever!

♥ Andrea xoxo

Erin, Ted, Michael, Chelsea always!

Mom & Dad

Bruno & Scruffy

You make our hearts smile!

Aubrey, Allie ~ You’re our loves of Round Hill! JoJo & Tommy

Katie, Hunter, Evan, you make our hearts happy! Love Papa & Gma

We love our little Cowgirl Ryder! Love Grandpa, Grammy & Aunty

Adrienne, Jocelyn & Elowyn

Be our precious Valentines! Love

Papa & Gma

Mom ~ You’re PURRFECT! Love Cindy

Papa ~ Love you to the moon. Be my Valentine! Always, Gma

Jackie Happy Valentine’s Day!

From your Bird Feeding Partner

Bookkeeper / Ice Maker

We love you! Tom & JoJo

I love my Mom! Hi

We love you Grandpa Neil & Grandma Lilyon!

Happy Valentine’s Day to the best bookkeeper! From Big D

Happy Valentine’s Day Oscar, Frida & Lucy! Love Papa & Grandma

Zoee! Our hearts belong to you!

Love Mima & Papa

Hadrian You have our hearts!

♥ Grandma & Grandpa

Erica & Alison, you are the sweetest daughters! Love Mom

Isabella ~ You’re the sweetest Valentine we know! Mima & Papa

Popeye Let’s go fishing? Love Blondie xxx

Hayes You are the Sweet to my Heart!

Love Mom

Happy Valentine’s Day Papa! Love Harper, Smudge & Pokey

Bryn ~ You fill my heart with wonder every day! Love Mom

Happy Valentine’s Day BB! Love you the most xoxo T

Happy Valentine’s Grandma & Grandpa! Love Wyatt, Annabeth & Michael Sheldon Elephant Shoes! Karen

To the most amazing ever MOM! Love Wyatt, Annabeth, Michael

Carol ~ My Valentine! Forever & always! Dan Eleanor is my world! Love Weston

Wayne ~ I love you so much!

Love, Rita

Ingrid & Gretel Hugs from Pretty Hill! Farfar & Farmor

Wayne You are my partner in crime!

Love, Rita

Josh, Ben, Finn You make us grin! Papa & Mormor

Wayne ~ Can’t live without you!

Love, Rita

Dolores May ~ Happy Valentine’s Day!

Much love from your family

Corbyn, Adleigh ~ Thanks for making my life way more fun!

♥ Gramma Adele

We love you Dad! xoxo WAM

Happy Valentine’s Day to the best bookkeeper! From Big D

We love you Grandma & Grandpa! xoxo WAM

Alyvia & Teijaye ~ Your eyes and smiles brighten my day! Love Gramma Adele

Richard ~ Love you from the bottom of my heart! Shinji

Operation Cold Start educates public

By Lori Larsen

Camrose

Police Service

(CPS) continually provides information, education and programs to help prevent residents from becoming victims of crime.

One such program, Operation Cold Start, is a province-wide initiative to help combat the high number of auto thefts that occur during the winter months.

During the week of January 30 to February 3, between the hours of 6 and 9 a.m., members of Camrose Police Service were out checking vehicles that were left idling and unattended.

CPS Sergeant Todd Steil spoke out about the program and offered residents valuable tips on how to prevent becoming a victim of vehicle theft.

“When a member found a vehicle that was left idling and unattended they would look to see if it was locked and the keys were in it,” explained Steil. “If the keys were in the vehicle and it was unlocked, every attempt was made to contact the owner of the vehicle so that it was not left as an easy target for theft.”

When the officer was able to contact the owners the officer explained the goal behind Operation Cold Start–to educate the public on the risks associated with leaving their vehicles idling while unattended, and offered tips on preventing vehicle theft.

“We are not going to totally prevent theft of vehicles,” said Steil. “But the goal is to educate the public to take as many steps as possible to be proactive to prevent vehicle theft.”

During the week of Operation Cold Start, CPS members checked on 16 unlocked vehicles left idling with the keys in it, 15 locked vehicles left idling with keys in it and there were 23 different interactions with people.

Steil said that not all the interactions were with people who had left vehicles unattended while idling, locked or unlocked; in some instances, it was just a positive interaction with a citizen to inform them of the

importance of not leaving their vehicles idling while unattended.

The officers, in all instances, stressed three main points in preventing vehicle theft, including:

• Use a remote starter or remain in your vehicle as it warms up,

• Never leave keys inside vehicles, and

• Push button equipped vehicles can still be driven without the key present.

“If you start your vehicle with a push button and you take the keys out of the vehicle someone can still get in the vehicle and drive away. The vehicle is oper-

the vehicle, once again providing education to vehicle owners on how to prevent warm-up thefts.

Tips include:

• Use a remote starter or stay with your vehicle as it warms up.

• Never leave your keys inside your vehicle.

• Don’t leave a running vehicle unattended.

• Never leave children or pets inside a vehicle.

• Use a steering wheel lock.

• Keep your vehicle locked at all times and

• Remove garage door openers from your vehicle.

Ask the CHIEF A

Dean LaGrange Chief of Police Camrose Police Ser vice

Question:

What are the rules for moving vehicles from the street during City snow removal or street sweeping?

Answer:

City crews typically put out signs in the days proceeding their work in the affected areas. Most residents are respectful of this, as it benefits everyone living in that area. In consultation with the City, better signage that has specific, clear instructions (i.e. No parking 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tow Away Zone) would be more impactful as it would allow vehicles to be parked in front of homes overnight, rather than a blanket “No Parking Zone”. With the increased clarity, education and awareness campaigns, those who continue to disregard “No Parking” restrictions would be liable to ticketing and towing under the Rules of the Road (Stop/Park where prohibited by Traffic Control device) Section 44n–$81 fine and possible towing.

Have a question for the Chief? Email them to The Camrose Booster at news@camrosebooster.com

Shoeboxes bring joy

By Murray Green

Despite the challenges posed by inflation, shortages and the conflict in Ukraine, Canadians lovingly packed 415,072 shoeboxes with toys, hygiene items, school supplies and many other items during the Samaritan’s Purse shoebox campaign, Operation Christmas Child.

That’s an increase of more than 1,000 shoebox gifts over 2021’s total.

able until they shut it off.”

In most instances the vehicles the members found idling were left outside of the vehicle owner’s place of residence or at a gas station.

“When I have spoken with people that have a history of auto theft, they have told me that gas stations are the perfect target to find a vehicle left unlocked and idling. It’s a crime of opportunity.”

In the situations where a CPS member was unable to contact the owner of a vehicle left idling unlocked, the officer would leave an Operation Cold Start pamphlet on the windshield of

As a further incentive to encourage preventative behavior, CPS officers randomly handed out some antitheft devices (locking steering wheel clubs) provided by the provincial government, to people they did have interactions with regarding the risk of leaving vehicles idling while unattended.

With a goal to educate the public, Operation Cold Start is one more way Camrose Police Service engages with the citizens of Camrose to collaboratively take away opportunities from criminals, prevent crime and make Camrose a safe community for everyone.

Donut Day

On February 3 to 5, Special Olympics Camrose affiliate athletes were out at the local Tim Hortons restaurants encouraging patrons to purchase a Special Olympics donut and sharing information about Special Olympics and the important connectivity to the community. Pictured left to right are Camrose Special Olympic athletes Cheryl Carter and Jody St. Onge.

“We are so grateful for everyone who helped pack shoeboxes this past year. With your help, we exceeded our goal of 2021 in 2022. We just can’t thank Camrose and area enough for their overwhelming support,” said Glenda Strauss, one of the local organizers.

For Camrose and area: in 2021, 1,243 were packed and 325 were added online for a total of 1,568.

will be receiving shoeboxes packed by caring Canadians. The 415,072 boxes donated in 2022, including tens of thousands of boxes packed online, were part of a worldwide total of nearly 10.6 million collected in Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Finland, South Korea, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand.

Submitted

Children in Senegal, pictured, and Costa Rica checked out their Canadian-packed Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes to see what they received.

In 2022, 1,516 were packed plus 779 were added online for a total of 2,295 boxes.

“God gets the glory, because God blessed us with those numbers,” said Tammy Grose, lead organizer.

In total, Alberta residents packed 88,717 shoeboxes in 2022, an increase of 11 per cent from 2021’s 80,121 total.

Alberta residents can still pack shoeboxes for children in need. Just visit www.PackaBox.ca and do it online.

During the next few weeks, children in Ukraine, the Philippines, Central America and western Africa

“We are so grateful for the generosity of Canadians,” said Kendra Shields, director of Operation Christmas Child. “These gift-filled shoeboxes are a tangible expression of God’s love and will provide joy and hope to children, many of whom have never received a gift before.”

Thousands of Canadians are taking advantage of Operation Christmas Child’s internet option that enables them to pack shoeboxes yearround at PackaBox.ca

This year, Samaritan’s Purse collected its milestone 200 millionth shoebox, which was hand-delivered to a young girl in Ukraine.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose Police Service Constable Justin Serbyniuk demonstrated the use of an anti-theft steering wheel locking device as one of the methods used to lower the risk of vehicle theft.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

BUSSARD, Kathreen Joyce

January 29, 1930 ~ January 27, 2023

Kathreen Joyce Bussard (Fleck) –known as “Joyce” – passed in Wetaskiwin

January 27, two days shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born in the family home in Castor, AB January 29, 1930.

She is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Wayne) Curry, Patricia (Patrick)

O’Connell, and Lorene (Keith) Thiessen; daughters-in-law, Pat Bussard, Tracy Bussard; sisters, Alice Smith, Anna Rood; sistersin-law, Doreen Fleck, Coral Fleck; grandchildren, Kelee (Ryan) Boisvert, Makani (Dylan) Appleby, Mark Friesen, Dege (Bailey)

O’Connell, Pali (Zack) O’Connell, Erin (Elton) Pinto, Andrea (Allan) Bussard, Ryan (Krystal) Bussard, Rhianna (Shawn) Schmuland, Jordan (Tanner) Maygard, Katie (Dan) Slevinsky, Kindren (Kirstyn) Thiessen; 18 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Joyce was predeceased by her parents, John and Kathreen Fleck; brothers, Jack and Edward Fleck; husbands Harold Bussard and Glen Bussard; sons, Lee and Gerry Bussard; granddaughter, Sydney Thiessen.

Joyce went to Verdun, Duhamel and then New Norway School, graduating in 1948. She worked in Camrose followed by Edmonton and then moved back to the farm to help her Dad.

She married into the Bussard family in 1951 – farming and raising her 5 kids, supporting her grandkids in school and extracurricular actives and enjoying her great grandkids.

She was involved in the Rosebrier Parent Council, the Rosebrier 4H clothing, gardening, multi and beef club.

She was instrumental in establishing the Rosebrier community craft center, part of the Gwynne ladies curling club, Wetaskiwin Square dance club, Wetaskiwin Good Sam Club and Verdun Historical Society.

Joyce farmed on the family farm which received the century farm award in 2003. She was the first woman to be inducted into the Wetaskiwin Agricultural Hall of Fame in 1983 and in 1984 - the Western Producer selected her as one of the women to write an article on “Partners in farming” and in 1985 she received the progressive pork partner award for the farrow to finish operation Joyce, Glen and Gerry operated. She was part of the farming for the future committee in Alberta and recognized as the Pioneer of the Year in 2009. Joyce was instrumental in the integration of children with disabilities into the public school system for her son Lee.

Joyce did every craft known to mankind -and when she wasn’t learning a craft – she was teaching it. She took great pride in her yard – mowing and rototilling right up to this past summer. She loved camping, RVing and travelling abroad. She was very involved in the community and loved the community and neighbours she called home – known as a willing participant for the occasional community shenanigan.

She was always up to assist her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with a sewing project, reading a book, playing a game of crib, sitting by the fire, participating in whatever her children were doing, and road tripping to Nelson and Hawaii.

In memory of this beautiful woman: Play a game of crib. Drink a gin. Take pride in your yard. Support your community Speak your truth. Learn something new. Celebrate your heritage. Spend time with your family. Be willing to teach someone something new. Don’t procrastinate. Travel. Enjoy sitting by the fire with family and friends.

In memory of Joyce, donation may be made to the Wetaskiwin Hospital Foundation. A celebration of life will be held at the Bussard / Thiessen farm May 6.

Honoured to Serve the Bussard Family Baker Funeral Chapel 780.352.2501 Or 888.752.2501

condolences: www.womboldfuneralhomes.com

Joseph “Joe” Michael Orcheski

September 13, 1944 ~

January 30, 2023

Joseph Michael Orcheski was born August 31, 1944, but was not registered until September 13, 1944. His story regarding this discrepancy is that his mother Paulina was stooking hay when he was born and left him by a stook, but could not remember which one for two weeks. Joe is the ninth child of ten, born to Nicholas and Paulina of the Round Hill area. He took all his schooling in the Round Hill area.

Joe was working in Vancouver at the Simon Fraser University when he met his love, Georgina Foss. They were married in September 1968.

In 1965, Joe took over the family farm from his parents. In the spring of 1983, Joe decided he wanted to do something different from grain farming and raising cattle, so he and Georgina went looking and came home with six bison heifer calves and two bison bull calves. This began a 40-year career of raising bison; stressing quality over quantity, which he did very well. Joe had over 100 trophies and banners showcasing his success. He showed at bison shows and sales all over Canada and the USA. He also sold trophy bison across Canada, the USA, and into Germany, and there are still a few bison on the farm today.

Joe and Father Larry Pederson attended school together, were altar boys together, and played hockey together.

Joe is survived by his wife of 54 years, Georgina; his brothers Stanley (Linda), Louis (Carol), Casmer and Philip; sisters-in-law Jane Orcheski, Eileen Staal and Noreen Foss; brothers-in-law Arnold (Ria) Foss, Harvey (Doreen) Foss, Ken Foss, and Larry (Karen) Campbell; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Joe was predeceased by his parents Nicholas and Paulina; father and mother-in-law George and Grace Foss; four sisters; one brother; and many other family members.

A Prayer Vigil was held Monday, February 6, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 3605-50 Street, Camrose, led by Deacon Doug.

A Funeral Mass was held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, with Father Daniel D’Souza as celebrant.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Joe’s memory may be made to the Camrose Huntington Society, Emile Bosmans Cemetery Fund, St. Stanislaus Cemetery Fund, or the St. Francis Building Fund.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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Robin Charles Chandler

On February 3, 1948, Robin Charles Chandler was born to Charles Grandcourt Chandler and Rachel Jean Chandler. Robin had one sister, Rachael Chandler. Robin was a loving father and farmer. He was born and raised on his father’s farm in England. When that farm was suffering financially and going into foreclosure, Robin bought into that farm partnership at the age of 16. He later purchased Round Hills Farm before moving to Canada to carry on with his passion in rural Alberta. Robin’s love of farming was in and of itself a beautiful thing to behold.

Robin’s passion in life was nature. He was one of those rare and gifted individuals who could find beauty in the ordinary, finding joy in the most unexpected of places.

He travelled the world to marvel in its splendour. After returning on a trip from the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, which many have seen in pictures and movies as being famous for the great migration, Robin would spend hours talking not of the amazing creatures he saw, but of the type of grass that grew and developed there, which grass gave life to the world as we know it. Few people have the insight required to notice the significance of a blade of grass, fewer still to see the beauty to beholden in those blades.

Robin married Anne Phipps, and they had three children Rosemary, John, and Harry.

Robin was a stoic, who showed his love for family and friends not through the expression of words or minor sentiment, but through the rare quality of consistent, disciplined, and strong action. If you needed someone to pick up the phone on the first ring, Robin would do it. None of his children know the words on his voicemail because they have never heard them. This small act, carried out consistently over decades, is only a small example of the love and devotion Robin had for his family. Once, when John missed a flight to Kelowna, Robin started the 10-hour drive to get him home without hesitation or question. Distance was never a problem for him, as he would fly to anywhere in the world just to have dinner with Harry make sure he was okay. Despite being recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Robin would still go over to Rosie’s house every day to check on her and newborn baby Frankie, and even visited Rosie during this time in the hospital when she had her gallbladder removed. Robin was always there for his family in every single way.

Robin was a devoted and loving grandfather. When visiting, Robin would often be found on the floor with his grandchildren, reading to them and telling stories about farming and life when he was younger. Robin bought ponies for his grandchildrens’ birthdays and Christmas presents. Robin loved horses more than people, and to those who knew Robin, they would see the real gift he was giving was not the pet, but the value that comes from the relationship between the pet and the person and the love between the person and animal. This endowment he bestowed on all of his children, with whom he regularly rode for years.

On January 22, 2023, Robin passed away peacefully under the exemplary care of the staff at the St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose, after an evening sharing stories with his children, and with his daughter by his side. We are all so grateful that we were able to spend time with him while he was here.

A celebration of life will be held at the family farm at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Merval Skoglund

Mr. Merval Skoglund passed away on January 24, 2023 at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.

A service was held for Merval on February 1, 2023 at Resurrection Lutheran Brethren Church in Camrose, Alberta.

Memorial donations may be directed to Resurrection Lutheran Brethren Church, Kingman Cemetery, or a charity of your choice.

Marlene Malowany

Marlene Malowany of Holden, Alberta was born on July 1, 1941 at Lamont, Alberta. She passed away on January 31, 2023 at the Viking Care Centre at the age of 81 years.

Marlene was known as “Baba” by all who loved her. She had kindness in her heart for children and animals.  Baba would make crocheted blankets for special people in her life and also donated baby blankets for many families at the Viking Hospital. She took interest in following curling and kept up with how the teams were doing. Marlene was a special person to all who knew her. Baba’s warm smile and the goodness in her heart will be remembered by all.   Marlene is survived by her son Ron (Kelly); daughter Cynthia (Rob) Roulston; grandchildren Jessie, Joe and Taylor; brothers David (Veronica) Kiebiech and Andy (Irene) Kiebiech; nieces and nephews Rick, Kevin, Darlene, Jerry and Amanda; numerous other nieces, nephews, family and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband Joe and her parents Anne and Metro.

A Divine Liturgy was held at the St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic  Church South Holden Farms at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 7, 2023 with Rev. Mark Bayrock as celebrant. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will follow at the St. Mary’s Cemetery. Overflow seating will be available in the St. Mary’s Hall. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund.

In loving memory of Rhonda Anne Catherine Hauser

1960-2023

It is with great sadness and heartache that we all have lost a beautiful person in our lives on Monday, January 30, 2023.

Rhonda will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Rhonda touched us all with a little bit of love and happiness. Some of her greatest moments were spending time with the grandkids, whom she cherished.

Deanne Darlene Wood

July 11, 1947 - January 27, 2023

Deanne Darlene Wood of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023, at the age of 75 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Clifford Moore, Jason Wood, Brendon (Cindy) Wood, and Quinten (Bonnie) Wood; four grandchildren; and siblings Patricia Harbak, Bart Moore, Garry (Mabel) Moore, Lyle Moore, Maxine McKindy, Bill (Delores) Moore, and Marvin Moore.

Deanne was predeceased by her parents Lester and Charlotte Moore; sister Colleen Carlson; and sister-in-law Sharon Moore. No formal service will be held.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

The family of the late Donald Zimmer

…would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who reached out when Dad passed away. All the cards, food, visits, messages, flowers and any other extension of condolence were greatly appreciated.

Thank you to Father Daniel for the beautiful service and comforting words. Thank you, as well, to the lovely ladies of the CWL, who served an amazing and beautiful lunch following the service.

Thank you to Bart and his staff at Burgar Funeral Home for your professionalism, knowledge and compassion with planning the funeral and other details.

Thank you to the amazing home care and health care aides who cared for Dad at Providence Place – you are a truly wonderful group that allowed to him to stay in his home until the end.

Finally, thank you to anyone we may have missed. Please know every gesture of friendship did not go unrecognized.

Rhonda lived in the Camrose area all her life and had many friends with whom she loved to spend time. Rhonda loved to travel, go out dancing, spend time at the parks, camping, and just enjoying time with her grandkids from her extended family.

Rhonda leaves behind her common-law husband of 17 years, Paul Behrens; mother-inlaw Gail Bedard (Mom Gail); three sisters-in-law Sheri Moes, Sylvia Behrens and Shantelle Bedard; stepson Steven Behrens, stepdaughter Crystal Pratt; and five grandchildren, ages 6 to 17, Bree, Brody, Carly, Hailey and Carter. They all are going to miss their Oma Rhonda and the times they shared.

My (Paul) final message to you…

What hurts the most is that God took you away from me too early as we didn’t get to marry on May 8, 2023, as that was a dream of ours. No more good morning and good night kisses, but you will always be my wife, Rhonda, even without that paper.

Rhonda, l love you and always will. You were my rock and I was yours to lean on.

You will never be forgotten as you will always be that pain I feel in my heart each day with you not by my side. Until we are together again, R.I.P. my Love.

Rhonda, if my tears could build a stairway, and if my memories of you/us, could build a lane, I’d walk right up to Heaven and bring you home to me again.

I love you, Rhonda Hauser.

In loving memory of Carol Linda Hunting

June 12, 1954 ~ February 3, 2022

It’s been a year since you left us. May the winds of heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear

How much we love and miss you and wish that you were here

Forever loved and sadly missed by Ryan, Trevor, Rena and Claire, Lisa, Jamie and Taylor

Rhonda Anne Catherine Hauser

October 16, 1960 ~ January 30, 2023

Rhonda entered into eternal peace on January 30, 2023, at the age of 62 years, in Camrose, Alberta.

Left to cherish her memory are her two children Landon Hauser (Sarah Johnson) and Vanessa (Drew) Fleury; brother Darren Badry; and partner Paul Behrens.

Rhonda was born and raised in Camrose, Alberta. She had a passion for dancing and good music! She was a loving and dedicated mother to her children, whom she loved so dearly. She enjoyed building lasting friendships throughout her life. She was blessed with three grandchildren, as well as four additional granddaughters through extended family.

Rhonda was predeceased by her parents Betty and Roger Badry.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2023 from the Burgar Memorial Chapel, 4817-51 Avenue, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Brian Hunter.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Rhonda’s memory may be made to the Camrose Animal Shelter or the Alberta Mental Health Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Ella Lee

December 7, 1950 ~ January 16, 2023

Gary Pepper

Gary Pepper of Calgary, AB, formerly of Ryley, AB, was born on May 8, 1945; he passed away on January 24, 2023 in Calgary at the age of 78 years.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years Gretel; son William (Rebecca); grandchildren Waylon and Milo; brother Ron (Lola); sister Janet Ann; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Gary was predeceased by his parents Jerry and Ethel; and daughter Deanna.

Gary was an avid curler and golfer. He enjoyed volunteering his time to help with curling.  He will be missed.

A private family graveside service has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Ella Lee (Flemke) passed away in her sleep on January 16, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose Alberta, at the age of 72 years.

It was not in Ella’s nature to share her feelings, but she showed her love by all that she did for others.

She was often found in her kitchen, cooking and baking for her loved ones. She hosted many Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners for her family. Birthdays and graduations were spent in her home, creating lasting memories with those around her.

Ella was predeceased by her parents Henry and Augustine (Kerber) Flemke.

She will be remembered by her husband Robert; her siblings Meta, Walter and Linda; her children Michelle (Shawn), Gailyn, and Ben (Danica); her grandchildren Rebecca, Nathaniel, and Emily; and many nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place and an inurnment service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society of Alberta or a charity of one’s choice.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Ken Swallow

Ken Swallow of Camrose, Alberta passed away on January 26, 2023 at the age of 78 years.

He is survived by his wife Sharon; children Terina (Aaron) Taeger and Heather Williams; grandchildren Christopher, Rebecca, Anna and Makayla; brothers John and Steve; numerous family and friends.

Ken was predeceased by his one brother Jim; and parents Lillian and John.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel in Camrose, Alberta. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Don Uglem

Don Uglem, son of John and Stella Uglem, was born on July 5, 1934 in Bawlf. He passed away on January 29, 2023, at the age of 88.

Don grew up on a farm three miles northeast of Bawlf, with his sister Lois and brothers Larry and Merle. He started school at Scandia, then Allied School, finishing in Bawlf. Don married Sonja Olson in 1960, and built their home in Bawlf (where they lived until 2015). Don and Sonja met in Calgary while Don was taking mechanics and welding at SAIT, and Sonja was studying to be an RN at the Calgary General Hospital. Don and Sonja raised four children and enjoyed watching their family grow. Family and faith were an important part of Don’s life and he prioritized serving others, giving to the church and making sure every day started with prayer and a devotion.

Don was a proud resident of the Village of Bawlf and gave back to his community in a variety of ways, including being a business owner, Councillor, Deputy Mayor, Mayor, Fire Chief and managing the Village’s water and sewer system. He loved his community and the people he served. Don rarely sat still, enjoying woodworking, gardening, bird watching, puzzling, listening to gospel music and a cold can of Pepsi.

He is survived by Sonja his loving wife of 63 years; children Joanne (Michael), Elaine (Keith), Dwayne (Janell) and Leanne (Terry); grandchildren Travis (Brittany), Tiffany, Nathan (Rachael), Nicole (Matt), Naomi (Nathan), Jordan, Amy (Caleb), Victoria (Tayler), Carlie, Lindsey and Carter; great-grandchildren Hudson, Gabe, Rhett, Graeme, Brooks and Jack; brothers Larry (Carol) and Merle (Joey); and brother-in-law Lloyd.

Don was predeceased by his sister Lois.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2023 at CityLights Church, Camrose (4920-48 Street), with Pastor Richard Schultz officiating. Interment will take place at the Bawlf Cemetery.

Muriel Scotten

Muriel Scotten of Camrose, Alberta passed away on January 29, 2023 in Camrose, at the age of 88 years.

She is survived by her children Terry (Myles) and Beth (Jim) and Christopher; six grandchildren; sisters Gloria and Adelle; and family and friends.

Muriel was predeceased by her husband William.

A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Memorial donations may be made to the Camrose Moose Lodge.

Helpful Tips for Writing Classified Ads Which Get Results!

Be Thorough

Sure you want your ad to stand out from the rest, but don’t skimp on the sort of information that sells. The item’s condition, size, age, brand name, and colour are some of the basics readers want to know. Without them, your ad may be overlooked.

Steer Clear of Abbreviations

Okay, so you want to include all the important basics. Don’t use strange abbreviations because our ads are designed to spell all the important details. Besides, you are not paying by the line, but by the word, so there is really no need to abbreviate.

Be Honest Exaggerating your item’s finer points may bring in a lot of responses, but a buyer who’s misled won’t appreciate it and will take his business somewhere else.

State Your Price

The cost of an item is one of the most important concerns of want ad readers. Ads showing prices are ones which get results. Giving a price also serves to “weed out” those buyers not in your price range.

Be Accessible

Including a telephone number or address puts you in touch with potential buyers. Be sure to state the hours you can be reached: a caller who can’t get through the first time often won’t call again.

Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions or problems you may have regarding advertising. Our professionally trained sales staff know the ropes, and would be happy to pass their know-how on to you. That’s why we’re here to help you get the results you deserve.

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP will be held at St. Mary’s Hospital, Covenant Health

February 23 to April 13

To register, please contact Shelly Dalueg at 780-679-2793 or email shelly.dalueg@ covenanthealth.ca

Participation is free of charge.

ROSE CITY RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT SOCIETY – Annual General Meeting, February 16 at 6 p.m. at Sparling Manor (5111-52 Avenue, Camrose). Everyone welcome. We are accepting applications for new board members.

GOURMET PANCAKE

SUPPER – St. Andrews Anglican Church, 4713-50 Street. Tuesday, February 21, 4:30 to 6:45 p.m.

BOOSTER CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS!

PERSONAL

LOST THAT LOVING FEELING? Find it with a personal ad in The Camrose Booster classifieds. Ph. 780-672-3142.

WANTED

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

HELP WANTED

JUSTAMERE FARMS LTD. WETASKIWIN is seeking an experienced person on a cow/calf grain farm. Livestock and mechanical skills preferred but willing to train if necessary. Close to schools; housing provided; great working atmosphere. Please forward your resumé to info@justamerefarms.com or call 780-360-2707.

SUPPORT / RESPITE

WORKER – for male adult in wheelchair. Will train. Wage $20/hr. Valid driver’s license. Send resumé to broblin.br@ gmail.com or 604-793-3756.

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

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

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. $2110/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-6723142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

BRAND NEW 2-BED -

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

2-BEDROOM APART-

MENT – In excellent condition!

Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one parking stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an elevator and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-678-2621 for more info or to set up a viewing.

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.

VERY NICE 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT SUITE –Unique floor plan includes 2 balconies, in-suite laundry. Close to downtown, college area. $1100/ mo., $1100 DD includes heat, water. No smoking, no pets. Call Beckie at 587-557-9142.

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.

SUPER LARGE, SUPER QUIET – Second floor office in downtown Camrose! 340 sq. ft., former broadcast studio. $484.78/mo., includes all utilities and paved parking for tenant at rear. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!

1-BEDROOM SUITE –spacious and bright in a 4-plex apartment. Centrally located, clean, quiet, non-smoking building, no children, no pets. Brand new floors, paint, lighting, and appliances. In keeping with our existing tenant profile, we are inviting inquiries from mature adults. $875 per month rent includes heat and water. Phone 780-679-7090.

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.

CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE

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

* Single offices from $234.17 per month

* Quiet, considerate neighbours

* Easy access

* Lots of parking for customers

* Energized parking for tenants

* Immediate occupancy

* Come and have a look! Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!

TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT SUITE – Available March 1. Phone 780-608-3820.

VERY NICE SECOND FLOOR OFFICE

GREAT VIEW OF MAIN STREET

LARGE WINDOWS

* Quiet, considerate neighbours

* Comfortable 180 sq. ft.

* Paved occupant parking

* $309/mo., all inclusive except communications

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 three or more staff. Includes two private offices. Ground floor, easily accessible. Modern building in downtown Camrose. Bright, quiet, air conditioned. $1177/mo., plus share of operating expenses. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.

MISCELLANEOUS

FOUR 14” VOLKSWAGEN

RIMS – five bolt, standard size. $15 each obo. 780-855-3023.

GARAGE SALES

MOVING SALE HELD OVER

February 7 - February 11

10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 4603-57 STREET 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.

Lead Operator – Central Operat ing District

Cardinal Energy is seeking a Lead Operator in our Central District. The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team and oversee field operations in our Killam North area, located near Sedgewick, Alberta. The successful candidate will reside in the area and report to the Central District Production Foreman. They will bring a strong operational and leadership background, operating oil batteries, water injection plants, compressors and associated pipelines. Communication with field operations and Calgary engineers will be key to being successful in this role.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the operations team to ensure a safe working environment for staff and contract personnel

• Provide guidance, support and training to operations staff

• Collaborate daily with Calgary engineers – striving to continually improve the business

• Ensure regulatory compliance is being met or exceeded within the operating area

• Optimize facilities and wells to maximize production volumes while minimize operating costs

• Coordinate turnarounds and planned maintenance activities

• Steward operating costs and production forecasts to budgets

• Daily production volume reporting

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Oil and Gas Industry

• Strong working knowledge of heavy oil facilities, E&I and process controls

• Strong working knowledge of Rod, PCP and ESP pumps

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude

• Experienced in troubleshooting oil and gas production facilities and wells

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Exceptional leadership skills

• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities in a fastpaced deadline driven environment.

For more information on Cardinal Energy Ltd. please see our website at: www.cardinalenergy.ca

Interested candidates should forward their resumé to: JanelF@cardinalenergy.ca on or before the deadline date of February 24, 2023.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those applicants requested for an interview will be contacted.

Glass Technician

Crystal glass is an all Canadian, employee-owned company established in 1949. We are the largest glass company located across Western Canada with 51 retail, 12 warehouses and 2 manufacturing locations and growing. We provide great opportunities to all our employees.

General Duties

A Glass Technician’s primary job is to service the residential, commercial and automotive needs of our Crystal Glass customers.

Company

We have a great work environment and recognized safety program as well as an in-house training program with multiple levels of certification.

Competitive wages are based on experience and performance.

We have a comprehensive benefit package, as well as ESP company ownership (shares) which is fully funded by Crystal Glass.

If you are serious about a career in the glass business, take advantage of all the opportunities Crystal Glass has to o er.

Please forward all resumés to George.parnall@crystalglass.ca

Flagsta Count y is recruiting for the temp orar y full-time term p osition of

HUMAN RESOURCES ADVIS OR

Flagsta County is located in East Central Alberta and is a safe, caring and vibrant community.

We are recruiting for a full-time position for a Human Resources Advisor This is a newly created position and will be responsible for human resource strategies, recruitment, training and development, compensation, and bene ts, strengthening employer and employee relations and compliance with regulator y laws

Responsibilities will include:

• Recruitment and hiring processes, including onboarding and orientation

• Coordination of training and development oppor tunities

• Management of employee bene t programs

• Providing guidance to Direc tors and Super visors, on human resources matters, including ac ting as an employee/employer liaison to ensure e ec tive communication

• Super vision and Leadership for Health and Safety O cer position and programs

Quali cations:

• Post Secondar y degree or diploma in Human Resources Management, or Business or a related discipline

• 3 to 5 years’ related work experience including supervisor y experience.

• Preference to a candidate with a CPHR designation.

For the full job description which includes all preferred job quali cations please visit: www. agsta .ab.ca

Position Type: Full Time Position

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7 hours/day, 35 hours/week

S alar y Range: $84,268.46 to $103,639.58

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is selected

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumé along with a cover letter by mail or email to:

Shelly Armstrong, Chief Administrative O cer sarmstrong@ agsta .ab.ca Direc t Line: 780-384-4101

For the full job description please visit: www. agsta .ab.ca

Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Flagstaff Count y; however, only those chosen for an inter view will be contacted.

Sales Representat ive

The Soap Stop is accepting applications for a sales position. The successful candidate will manage an established, mature customer base in central Alber ta. They will use their exceptional customer ser vice skills and comprehensive cleaning knowledge to provide the high level of ser vice on which our customers have to come rely on. The job requires self-motivation, dependabilit y, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

We o er an industr y competitive, commission-based wage, work vehicle, and a business that cares for its employees. As a local, family-run business, we believe in taking care of our customers as well as the people we work with, and have been doing so since 1983.

If this sounds like the right t for you, please submit a resume to Mr. Greg Grose c/o The Soap Stop. Resumes will be accepted at the store until Februar y 11th, 2023 (no emails please). We appreciate all interest , but only those selected for an inter view will be contacted.

Mom, Dad; Nana, Papa; Sheila, Doug ~ You are loved! Your family xoxo

Happy Valentine’s Day

Jonathan, Jackson, Katelyn, Lexi!

Love Mom & Dad

Afrikaans, our South African language: Ek is baie lief vir jou!

Be my Valentine Chris!

Love Cara xoxo

Reynolds ~ You’re my razor’s edge, my lumberjack. I love you! Schumer

Crush wait for playoffs

By Murray Green

Camrose Crush outscored the Bonnyville Pontiacs 10-7 to nail down second place and receive a first round bye in the North Central Hockey League playoffs, January 28.

The President’s Cup winning Lacombe Generals and second place finishers Camrose will now wait for the winners from the quarter final round.

RJ Reed again led the charge on offence with a goal and four assists in the home victory.

He started the scoring just over a minute into the game, but Bonnyville stormed back with three tallies to lead 3-1 after 20 minutes.

Camrose then notched four straight markers to regain the lead. Cullen Bradshaw scored a shorthanded goal. Maverick Lynes tied the game, Brett Njaa and Landon Oslanski added power play tallies in the middle frame. The Pontiacs added a goal to close the gap to 5-4.

In the third, it was end-to-end scoring action. Mathew Hillyers started it off for the Crush. After two Bonnyville goals, Bradshaw, Oslanski and Cole Gibson connected to give the home team a three goal advantage. Bonnyville replied, but Dalton Reum put the game away in the last minute with a goal.

Goalie Connor Dobberthien stopped 54 of 61 shots he faced in the Crush net. Camrose fired 42 shots at the Bonnyville netminder.

Camrose Branch

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Camros e Coun ty is currentl y a cceptin g applications for multiple Summer positions for th e followin g depa rt ments:

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BIRTHS

To Caitland Moore and Russ Bushie of Tofield, a daughter, on January 18.

To Morgan and Brandon Morris of Camrose, a daughter, on January 21.

To Marie-Claude Dumoulin and Tyler Olafson of Armena, a son, on January 25.

To Kiersten and Lee Drever of Hardisty, a daughter, on January 27.

To Shea Banack of Camrose, a son, on January 27.

To Meranda and Yosyp Nykyforuk of Bawlf, a daughter, on January 28.

DEATHS

Gary Pepper of Calgary, formerly of Ryley, on January 24, at 78 years of age.

Merval Skoglund of Camrose, formerly of Kingman, on January 24.

Camros e Coun ty is currentl y a cceptin g applications for th e positio n of a seasonal ro adside main te nanc e Grader Operator Re po rt in g to th e Ro ad Superintendent th e Ro adside Main te nanc e Grader Operator is re sponsibl e for th e specialized main te nanc e of Coun ty ro ads. Re sponsibilities will includ e th e main te nanc e of ex isting ro ad s th ro ug h mowing, gravel recl aiming , slope recontouring an d re quired grader main te nance. This positon’s re sponsibilities may also includ e brushing , summer pa tch graveling, mino r construction projec ts , an d winter snowplowing.

To se e a descriptio n of this position an d how to appl y, pleas e visi t ou r we bsite at : ht tp s: //coun ty.c am ro se .a b.ca/wor k- in-cam ro se -count y/ empl oy ment-oppor tunities /

Ken Swallow of Camrose, on January 26, at 78 years of age.

Deanne Darlene Wood of Camrose, on January 27, at 75 years of age.

Bernice “Dolly” Anna Albers of Heisler, on January 28, at 93 years of age.

Muriel Scotten of Camrose, on January 29, at 88 years of age.

Don Uglem of Bawlf, on January 29, at 88 years of age.

Camrose continues to grow

By Murray Green

Camrose is ranked as the 16th growth city in Canada, according to the growth index analyzing customer moves during 2022.

People arriving in Camrose in one-way U-Haul trucks remained steady compared to 2021, while departures fell seven per cent in 2022.

Joseph “Joe” Michael Orcheski of Camrose, on January 30, at 78 years of age.

Lennard Murdock

O’Dell of Peers, on January 30, at 58 years of age.

Rhonda Anne Catherine Hauser of Camrose, on January 30, at 62 years of age.

Marlene Malowany of Holden, on January 31, at 81 years of age.

Due to fewer people leaving the area, Camrose netted a larger percentage of arrivals to make its first appearance on the growth ranking list. Do-it-yourself movers arriving in Camrose accounted for 54 per cent of all one-way U-Haul truck traffic in and out of the city during 2022 (compared to 46 per cent departures).

“Camrose is a small city about an hour outside Edmonton, so the housing is very affordable,” said Patrick Cresey, U-Haul Company of Northern Alberta, Saskatchewan and NWT president. “It’s a nice place to settle. Affordability is key.”

Batt le R iver Power Coop is a cooperative electri c ut ilit y i n Centra l Alber ta supplying electricit y to a bout 870 0 rural members . We have a sta of a bout 63 employees engaged i n al l aspects of p ower d istribution from i nstallatio n to maintenance to b illing , al l administered from t he same o ce near C amrose , Alber ta

Finance Depa rtment

Accounts Receivable / Payable Clerk

Gene ral S umma ry :

o Responsibl e fo r keepin g a n a ccurate a n d u p-to-date se t of b ook s fo r t h e C oo p

o T h e positio n i ncludes t h e d ay-to-day o perating accounting fo r t h e C oo p

o Account s Pay able – e nter a l l i nvoices i nto t he computer a n d p roces s a ccount s p ayable c heques

o Account s Receivabl e – e nter a l l i nvoices , c re di t n otes an d p ay ment s i nto t h e c ompute r

o A ssis t w it h p re paration of m onthl y a ccountin g re po rt s

o Reconcil e m onthl y b an k s ta tement s a n d s peci c G L

Acco unts

Quali c ations :

o S tron g i nterpersona l c ommunications, sel fmanagement a n d cus tome r ser vic e s ki ll s

o Tea m Playe r

o K nowledg e of S AG E a n d E xc el

o B usines s Administratio n D iplom a m ajorin g i n Acco unting woul d be a n a sset

Hour s o f O peration : H our s of o peration a re 8 :0 0 a m to 4:3 0 p m , M onday t hroug h Friday

Sa lar y a n d B ene t s: B at tl e R ive r Powe r C oo p o e r s a competitive s alar y, a tt ractive bene 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 : Q uali 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 t he addres s below by Friday, Februar y 17, 2023 a t 4:0 0 p m We appreciate and consider all 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 p

At tent ion: H uma n Resou rc es Box 1420, C am ro se, A B T4V 1X3

Fa x : 780 -672-7969

Email : valerie.king@brpower.coo p

Kodiaks ground Eagles twice

By Murray Green

Camrose Kodiaks edged the Canmore Eagles

2-1 in what appeared to be a playoff-style of game in Alberta Junior Hockey League action, January 29.

Kodiaks opened the scoring when Ty Hodge connected on a play in the first period.

The teams exchanged goals in the middle frame. Levi Carter garnered the game winner on the power play. Neither club could bend the twine in the third period.

Kodiaks goalie Freddie Halyk turned away 35 of 36 shots. Camrose fired 34 shots at the Canmore net.

Camrose accomplished a feat not very many teams have done in the past couple of years. They beat the Brooks Bandits 4-3 on January 28.

After a scoreless opening period, Brooks gained a 2-1 lead after 40 minutes. Captain Callum Gau netted a man advantage tally for the Camrose goal.

The third period belonged to the Kodiaks as they recorded three goals on four shots. Ethan Short, Alexander Bryson and Noah Alvarez, on a power play, scored for the Kodiaks.

Goalie Halyk stopped 24 of the 27 shots he faced. Camrose recorded 21 shots on goal.

The Kodiaks ended the month with a two game winning streak as they headed in February.

Camrose hosts the Drumheller Dragons at 7 p.m. on February 7, Drumheller again at 7 p.m. on February 11, Whitecourt Wolverines at 7 p.m. on February 14, Brooks Bandits at 7 p.m. on February 16 and the Lloydminster Bobcats at 7 p.m. on February 25.

Camrose hosts the Olds Grizzlys at 7 p.m. on March 2 and the Canmore Eagles at 7 p.m. on March 4. That concludes the regular season. Playoffs will likely begin the following weekend. Bear facts

FARML ANDS FOR SALE BY TENDER

Tenders are invited for t he purchase of t he following proper t ies located immediatel y West of t he Village of Forest burg on Highway 53. The proper t ies are legall y described as:

FIRST:

MERIDIAN 4 R ANGE 15 TOWNSHIP 42

SECTION 4

QUARTER NORTH E AST

EXCEP TING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINER ALS ARE A : 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

Contains approximatel y 119 acres arable land, house (bungalow of 1,536 square feet, built in 1979), two 2-car detached garages, one 45 x 70 quonset, 2 metal grain bins, 3 barns and dugout and one power line paying annual rental.

Access from Range Road 153.

SECOND:

MERIDIAN 4 R ANGE 15 TOWNSHIP 42

SECTION 9

QUARTER SOUTH E AST

CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

EXCEP TING THEREOUT:

0.028 OF A HECTARE (0.07 OF AN ACRE) MORE OR LESS TAKEN FOR RIGHT OF WAY OF THE CANADIAN NORTHERN WESTERN R AILWAY COMPANY, AS SHOWN ON R AILWAY PL AN 5373AS

EXCEP TING THEREOUT ALL COAL, PE TROLEUM AND VALUABLE STONE AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AND ALSO EXCEP TING THEREOUT ALL OTHER MINES AND MINER ALS

Approximatel y 134 acres arable land. Two power line towers paying annual rental. Access from Range Road 153.

THIRD:

MERIDIAN 4 R ANGE 15 TOWNSHIP 42

SECTION 9

QUARTER NORTH E AST

CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

EXCEP TING THEREOUT:

(A) 3.23 HECTARES (7.99 ACRES) MORE OR LESS TAKEN FOR RIGHT OF WAY OF THE CANADIAN NORTHERN WESTERN R AILWAY COMPANY AS SHOWN ON R AILWAY PL AN 5373AS

(B) ALL THAT PORTION WHICH LIES NORTH E AST OF THE NORTH E ASTERLY LIMIT OF THE R AILWAY RIGHT OF WAY AS SHOWN ON R AILWAY PL AN 5373AS CONTAINING 34.5 HECTARES (85.24 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

EXCEP TING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINER ALS

Approximatel y 57 acres arable land. Two power line towers and one abandoned, but not reclaimed, sur face lease site paying annual rental. No direct access to this proper ty.

2023 proper ty taxes will be paid in full by any successful purchaser wit hout adjustment. No adjustment will be made for any sur face lease /rental income recei ved prior to closing date. Any successful purchaser will recei ve any/all future sur face lease payments after closing date.

Tenders must be for t he purchase of both SE 9-42-15 W4 and NE 9-42-15 W4 as t here is no direct access to NE 9-42-15 W4. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “ Weber Tender ”, wit h tenderer ’s GST number and accompanied by a cer tified cheque or bank draf t made payable to Andreassen Bor t h in trust for 5% of the total amount of the tender and must be deli vered before 12:00 noon on Februar y 10, 2023 to t he offices of Andreassen Bor t h, Barristers and Solicitors, 5014-50 Street, P.O. Box 727, Killam, Alber ta T0B 2L0.

The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Bor t h on or before March 10, 2023. The sellers and any successful purchaser will share t he cost of G AP Tit le Insurance to complete t he purchase. Any purchaser obtaining mor tgage financing will be responsible for payment of Title Insurance required by their mor tgage financing. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open unt il dealt wit h by the offices of Andreassen Bor t h. Tenders will not be opened in public. If a successful tenderer does not complete t he purchase af ter acceptance of that tender, t heir deposit shall be forfeited to t he owners. The highest or any tender will not necessaril y be accepted. The owners reser ve the right to reject any and all tenders. Deposits recei ved from any unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to t hem by regular mail.

The current tenant shall have t he right of first refusal on any tender bid the owners are willing to accept

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

Estate of DEAN DAVID MILLER, who died on November 11, 2022.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 17, 2023, and provide details of your claim with JESSICA

J. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1.

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

Camrose is currently in fifth place in the standings, four points up on the Eagles. The Kodiaks have a 22-24-2 record after 48 of the 60 games have been played this season.

Ryan Sullivan leads the team in scoring with 48 points. Gau has the most goals with 23.

Halyk is the top goalie with a 3.14 goals against average and a .910 save percentage.

For fur t her informat ion, or to arrange an appointment to view t he subject proper ty, please call Larr y Weber at 780-884-1959.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

The Olds Grizzlys netminder tracks a shot from the point as Camrose Kodiaks’ captain Callum Gau searches for a rebound in junior hockey action at the Recreation Centre.

BRCF funds supports summer camps

By Lori Larsen

The Battle River Community Foundation awarded grants to the Camrose Association for Community Living for summer camp totalling $13,800.

One grant, of $12,000, from income earned in the Linton and Debbie Falk Community Youth Fund, the Dave Jacobson Memorial Fund, the Ellard Dilworth Fund, the Rostad Family Fund and the Foundations Community Funds, was in response to an application by the Association for support of three streams of summer day camps.

The three different streams of summer camp include: a Kandu Camp for children, a Leaders in Training Camp for youth and a Travelling Kandu Camp for children located in rural communities throughout the County

of Beaver, Flagstaff and Camrose.

The camps offer a wide variety of social, recreation, physical fitness and craft activities for all children, including children with special health and development concerns.

“CAFCL strives to provide a safe and welcoming environment where all children and youth can be themselves,” remarked CAFCL chief executive officer Robin Good. “Our fully inclusive camps help to highlight the strengths of our campers though new experiences and meaningful connections with one another and the camp staff.

Hannah Wispinski and attendee of Kandu Summer Camp for several years shared her thoughts,“l liked the cool themes each week, the fun activities and the great field trips.”

Another grant of $1,800, from income earned in the Ricky James Hillaby Memorial Fund, a Donor Advised Fund, was also awarded in support of the Association’s summer camp programs.

“CAFCL is beyond grateful for the support of the Battle River Community Foundation,” thanked Good. “With their support, we are able to remove barriers related to finances for families. Being able to provide a camp at a low cost, as well as providing full subsidized camp for families in need, remains a priority. We believe all children deserve to experience the joys of Summer Camp.”

The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support organizations in East Central Alberta, which benefit the local communities and have a positive impact on the future.

Grants from the Battle River Community Foundation are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principal of these endowment funds are kept intact and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organizations.

Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $8,679,700 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week

Senior easy living at its best

Welcome to easy living. This senior’s unit is 1,066 sq ft of living on the main level. There is only one step into the unit or the garage, so this is perfect if mobility becomes an issue.

The kitchen boasts lots of counterspace with a pantry for extra storage. It opens to the dining-living room area with a big picture window. A gas fireplace adds the finishing touch to the main living area.

There is a large four-piece bathroom and laundry is right beside the two bedrooms. The master bedroom is big enough for a king-sized bed and it has a two-piece ensuite. The second bedroom or sitting room is complete with a builtin bookcase. The lower level is an added

bonus as the family room gives space to visiting family. There is another three-piece bath and two good-sized bedrooms on this level.

This is the perfect bridge from owning a home to the next level of still being independent, but having all of the amenities of senior living. Move in to this wonderful home, located at 3906-56A Street Close, and priced at $264,900. Join Wally Wrubleski for at an open house on Thursday, February 9 from 2 until 5 p.m. For a private viewing, contact Wally at:

Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 Cell 780-781-7323

Wally Wrubleski

That song “We’re Not Gonna Take It” came out almost 40 years ago, but I feel like we have, in fact , continued to take it

Out of all my body par ts, my eyeballs are in the best shape, because I roll them at least 342 times a day. There is no louder sound than the crunch of something you’re not supposed to be eating

A new study found that people can improve their sleep by camping outside for a week during the winter ( The study was published by hungr y wolves.)

My biology teacher asked, “What’s the function of carbohydrates?” Apparently “ lling the deep well of sadness inside me” was incorrect

When your child says, “Daddy, I want Mommy ”, that’s the kid version of “I’d like to speak to your super visor.” People who live alone should get one practice conversation before they have to speak out loud for the rst time that day.

My wife can’t remember the password that she changed yesterday, but she can remember what I said on June 8, 2014 at 6:47 p.m

I got called prett y today. Well, actually, the full statement was “You’re prett y annoying,” but I only focus on the positive things.

I got an email explaining how to read maps back wards. It was spam

My daughter wanted a Cinderella-themed bir thday par ty, so I invited all her friends over and made them clean my house.

What do you call a grizzly bear with no teeth?

A gummy bear

Fellas, it’s time to call cargo pants what they really are – purse pants.

Nothing says “I’m confused” like me tr ying to sleep during winter: heat on, fan blowing, window cracked, under ve blankets with one foot sticking out

I’m never using online dating again. The last guy I met said he lived in a gated community. He meant prison. The older I get , the more I miss the people I’ve lost over the years. Maybe being a tour guide wasn’t such a good idea af ter all.

Eight-year- old: “It snowed! Is school cancelled?”

Me: “There’s only three akes on the ground.”

Eight-year- old: “You can never be too careful.”

Nothing drives me into a murderous rage more than spending 45 minutes in a phone queue in order to per form a task that cannot be completed on the website, while a recorded voice reminds me ever y 30 seconds that the website is convenient and fun.

Most Common Lies

• I won’t laugh – I promise!

• Your table will be ready in just a few minutes.

• I never got your tex t.

• Your baby is adorable!

• I’m just kidding

• I have read and agreed to the terms and conditions.

• You will need to know this later in life.

• Just one more episode

• I didn’t even see you there!

• I’m on my way.

• Sorr y, my parents said no

• It must have gone to my spam folder

• My phone died.

• It wasn’t that expensive.

• I remember you!

Battle River Community Foundation Board member, Rob Hauser, left, presented a cheque to Andrea Taeger, Camrose Association for Community Living Board director alongside Hannah Wispinski, Kandu camp participant.