June 13, 2023 Camrose Booster

Purple is whee i t ' s a t

Perhaps you have watched these engaging summer guests from South America as they soar high above the green spaces of Camrose circling and diving as they hunt for dragonflies or other tasty delights Their aerial acrobatics and high descent speeds may be as captivating to you as the purple martin’s striking deep and rich colour Or perhaps, you have simply wondered what purpose those high condo-styled birdhouses which dot the community serve? Learn more at the

2023 Camrose Purple Martin Festival

taking place on Sunday, June 18, from 9:30 a m to 3:00 p m at the Stoney Creek Centre Guest speakers will include Calgary Zoo ecologist, James Glasier, and the executive director of the Medicine River Wildlife Centre, Carol Kelly There will be fun and interactive activities for kids For full details of this compelling day of family learning, for new and experienced purple martin landlords alike, see the ad in this edition

This Week's Flyers

Photo by Ron Pilger

Outstanding sale prices this week at

Windsor Plywood

Nextstone/Qualit

Reminder: The King Tool Sale is on until the end of the month. Ki is the end the month.

A celebration of culture and awareness

By Lori Larsen

On June 21, in cooperation with Indigenous organizations throughout Canada, people across the nation will celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.

The Government of Canada chose June 21, the summer solstice, as a day to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Indigenous Camrose invites people of all ages to come out on June 21, beginning at 11 a.m. at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum, for an event that brings together and celebrates together, National Indigenous People’s Day.

“Indigenous cultures carry a profound, symbiotic relationship with the Earth,” explained Indigenous Camrose founder Carmen Brown. “However, the legacy of Canada’s colonial policies has often led to Indigenous children and families being dislocated from their roots. This event is an earnest attempt to bring Indigenous cultures back to the forefront in Camrose and to disassemble the detrimental stigmas associated with Indigenous peoples.”

The event will begin with an opening prayer by a Cree Elder followed at noon with a demonstration of traditional dances by Armand and Katherine Swampy and their children Dances include:

• Katherine Swampy performing the Jingle Dress Dance;

• Armand Swampy showcasing the Men’s Traditional Dance;

• Marshal Swampy conducting the Chicken Dance;

• Oliver Swampy illustrating the Grass Dance;

• Dante Swampy, demonstrating the Boy’s Fancy Dance; and,

• Victoria Swampy executing the Girl’s Fancy Dance.

Drumming during the event will be performed by Mountain Cree.

Experience even more indigenous culture through the artisans market featuring a variety of vendors and interactive activities including a craft table inspired by indigenous cultures, supervised by Kim Brown and Cree Elder Gloria Rogers will provide a traditional moss bag teaching session.

“Our craft table and market will serve as platforms to display the diverse skills of Indigenous peoples, extending an invitation for everyone to engage in our rich cultural heritage,” said Brown.

Attendees will also have an opportunity to partake in traditional braiding and enjoy traditional foods, and children of all ages, will delight in face painting by Sharleen Guillemette.

University of Alberta, Augustana campus faculty member Andrea Menard will be leading a workshop themed around the revitalization of Indigenous law.

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“An important segment of our gathering will be devoted to a discussion on Indigenous laws,” explained Brown. “These laws are being revived and were always meant to be inclusive and applicable to everyone residing in Canada, carrying the potential to enhance societal safety, fairness and equity.”

An educational discourse will be provided by a Cree Elder from Wetaskiwin, focusing on the philosophical aspects inherent to Indigenous culture.

The event will also serve as an introduction to Indigenous Camrose, a non-profit initiative currently in the process of being launched and the host of the event.

“Indigenous Camrose’s primary goal is to cultivate sustainable growth for the Indigenous community in Camrose, a region that currently suffers from a paucity of resources for our people.

“The objectives of our non-profit initiative include the organization of group activities aimed at learning distinctive Indigenous cultural skills such as sewing, beading, art, and dance.”

Brown said that Indigenous Camrose also aims at providing a conduit for connecting with traditional Indigenous ceremonies that occur during the summer.

“We also maintain a deep commitment to supporting youths transitioning out of foster care, ensuring they can connect with us and immerse themselves in the culture of their ancestors.”

In keeping with National Indigenous Peoples Day, the goal of the Camrose event is to showcase the vibrant culture and provide a fresh, holistic perspective of future endeavors and aspirations to the broader community.

“Indigenous Camrose acknowledges that our approach must remain fluid over these important times of revival and resurgence and also to reflect the evolving world around us. It is our fervent hope that we will be permitted to remain an active participant in this global evolution.”

For more information on Indigenous Camrose or the June 21 event contact by telephone at 780-678-7163

A surprising twist on giving

A talk by Debra Poneman gave me a new way to look at generosity and giving. She pointed out something I’d never thought of–and it made me laugh.

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Many spiritual traditions encourage us to give to others. Generosity and sharing are valued. When thinking of giving to others, we often focus on the benefits to those who are receiving the gifts, whether it’s a gift of money or an act of kindness.

Fundraisers often tell us the benefits of the gifts we give to charitable organizations–the benefits to those who receive help and to the community.

Research tells us that giving also has benefits for the person who gives.

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Generous people are happier, and some studies show reasons for that.

A National Institute of Health study showed that when people give to charity, it activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure, connection and the “warm glow” effect.

When we give to others – whether it’s through a kind act or donating money–that act of giving triggers the release of “feel good” hormones.

These hormones lower stress, anxiety and depression. They increase warmth, trust and pleasure.

People who give to others sleep more soundly. They are healthier and live longer.

A Harvard Business School study showed that giving money to someone else lifted the givers’ happiness more than spending the money on themselves.

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I once heard a talk by a Meals on Wheels volunteer. She said that at first, she thought the main benefit of the Meals on Wheels program was to provide nutritious meals to people who could not easily cook for themselves. That truly was a benefit. Another benefit was it allowed some people to remain in their own homes.

Later, the volunteer saw that a third benefit to Meals on Wheels recipients was the social contact. Every day someone was checking on the person, chatting a bit, maybe provoking a smile or laugh.

But eventually, the volunteer said, she came to think that perhaps the greatest benefit of Meals on Wheels was to the volunteers. The days when she delivered meals on wheels were a highlight. She always felt good for hours or days afterwards.

So–a whole lot of benefits make generosity of time or money attractive.

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Back to Debra’s talk. She pointed out that it’s easy to see that the greatest benefits of giving are for the giver. That was not a totally new concept.

But then she said, “If you love your fellow humans and want them to have greater health and happiness, it’s important not only to give but to be good at receiving.”

Being a gracious receiver from others gives the gift of allowing others to give.

That insight startled me and then made me laugh.

How selfish of us if we only give to others and don’t allow others to give to us!

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I flashed back to another message of my upbringing: “Don’t impose.”

I remembered that I have in my life turned down offers of help–help I actually needed–because I didn’t want to impose on others. My pride and ego got in the way of accepting help.

Back to Debra. She said, “The next time you’re tempted to deflect a compliment or someone’s offer to watch the kids or give you a gift, stop. Remember–if we refuse offers of help, we are cutting off their flow of happiness.”

What to do instead? Just say, “Thank you. That would be wonderful.”

Then bask in the glow of all those health and happiness hormones you’ve just allowed them to feel.

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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.

Speech freedom According to a recent letter, NDP candidate Richard Bruneau “would have been a gift as an MLA. He had the skills required…” You have the advantage of obviously knowing the candidate very well.

I do not, other than viewing his social media sites, where he claims to be fluent in four languages and has been a foreign service diplomat in at least four countries. Although subject to verification, it is not completely clear how his specific skills benefit Camrose Constituency.

To judge and admonish Camrose Constituency for being “so partisan that the majority of voters could not see past their party loyalty…” crosses a line. Excuse me, but 50 years of prosperous Conservative governance has facilitated our health and wealth that defines us today. Voting UPC is no less patriotic just because one didn’t support your ideological wishful thinking. Each and every voter owes this province the loyalty to vote on facts, not faith or emotion.

It’s not about the candidate, it’s all about the party he has chosen to represent. Here are the facts.

In 2009, Nova Scotia experimented with faith and emotion by electing their first NDP government under Darrell Dexter. After four years of fraud, financial mismanagement, broken promises and economic crises, Nova Scotia threw the NDP out of office, reducing their 31-seat majority to six seats or less ever since. (Just Google or just ask Nova Scotians when you visit during your travels, or Ontarians about their

last NDP experiment under Bob Rae many decades ago, or Saskatchewanians and their NDP experiment under Alan Blakey many decades ago.) Voters chose courage and logic to rescue their provinces.

In 2015, Alberta experimented with faith and emotion by electing their first NDP government under Rachel Notley. After four years of a massive $88 billion debt, shut down of Alberta’s Coal Industry (to the delight of British Columbia and Nova Scotia, which reopened mines to fill the void), an unwanted and unwarranted carbon tax, oil and gas production caps, small business tax increases, etc. Déjà vu!

Albertans, wake up and appreciate which government got you this far and which government will maintain our prosperity: the only province without a sales tax, lowest gas prices in Canada, annual contribution of $20 billion in equalization payments to the rest of Canada.

Just stop and think.

Neil Leeson, Camrose

Utility bills

After reading following City of Camrose council meetings I now state my opposition to this proposed mandate which would force landlords to be obligated for tenants within billing nonpayment situations.

The $25,000+ loss is a result of tenants not paying and the City staff allowing the amount owing to exceed the deposit. The City is essentially telling the good tenants who do pay their bills they are no longer trusted by the City. These folks also have the privi-

lege of using the City as a reference when they move to another jurisdiction and this reference would be lost if the tenants did not have an account with the City. Is the City really prepared to tell all the good tenants who take responsibility seriously they are no longer trusted?

The City simply can not allow utility bills to exceed the deposit amount. Why are landlords being potentially forced to absorb the impact of decisions made by tenants? Any time a bill is allowed to exceed the deposit amount held by the City, there is an element of risk those funds may not be collected which is a cost of doing business. As a Camrosian, I believe this is within the risk tolerance of the City.

The responsibility lies and should remain with the tenant(s) and City personnel who make the decisions. Remedial action is available to mitigate losses on utility bills outlined in The Camrose Booster

Such an authoritarian position, as this policy change, is it not fair to property owners?

The second factor stated to support this change was City employee safety. If utility bills are in the name of landlords, does this mean no one will ever be angry with an employee? Is this the only area where employees are confronted with angry, frustrated citizens? Employees should never be faced with fear or retribution when doing their jobs. In last weeks editorial, there were suggestions to alleviate improper behaviour toward City employees. I need to know how many times the police responded to a situation where employees were in imminent danger, were charges laid. In order to logically consider this as a valid argument. We all know how tough life has been for some and often anger or frustration is expressed at person(s) not related to the root cause–that doesn’t make it right.

In closing, I would ask council to reject the proposal of forcing innocent parties to absorb the responsibility of tenants and City of Camrose staff and institute remedial policies to mitigate losses while allowing City employees the flexibility to help folks where they deem necessary.

Mickey Mohan, Camrose

ROTARY CARES

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Rotary Club of Camrose member Lou Henderson presents April Rotary Cares winner Brett Denham with $1,000. The proceeds from the draw go towards community and youth leadership projects such as Camrose Air Cadets. Tickets for the 2023 draws are available from any Rotary member.

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• Well over 100 residents and guests enjoyed Lefse Day at the Bethany Long Term Care Centre Judy Ambler and Arlene Person helped serve the tasty Norwegian delicacy during the very popular annual event. Lively old-time music was provided by Camrose instrumentalists Jack Severs, Bob Grettum, Harold Hauser and Ilyne Marken

• Brad Per nisie’s 1951 Chevrolet Bel-Air was named best of the show at the Camrose Cruisers’ Show and Shine Rob Filan’s 1969 Ford GT 500 was named best Ford and best Chev-Olds was a 1965 Corvette owned by Roger Stokowski Trophies for each winning machine were presented by Marianne Goriuk

• Charlie Killam’s Grade Seven Concert Band, under the direction of Bob Bailey, took “Most Outstanding in Level One” honours at the Alberta Band Association’s Festival of Bands in Red Deer

• Michelle Cloarec of Camrose was honoured for Outstanding Clinical Perfor mance at Souther n College of Optometry (SCO’s) 13th Annual Spring Awards Banquet. The college recognized her as one of six outstanding fourth-year clinicians. Michelle is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Cloarec, also of Camrose.

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• Cliff Brager of Camrose became the President of the Alberta Chamber of Commerce, accepting the gavel from Ed Lewis. Mr. Brager has been a Zone Director of the Executive Council for a number of years. Mrs. Berdie Fowler of Camrose has replaced Mr. Brager as Director for Zone 14 to complete the last year of his ter m.

• The Honourable Horst Schmid, Minister of Culture, Youth and Recreation, officially presented to the Camrose and District Museum Society, one of the original chairs used in the Alberta Legislative Assembly. The chair was received by Mrs. Malcolm Robson, President of the Society. Mr. Schmid also announced that the Museum Society qualified to receive a provincial matching grant of $5,000 for the purpose of erecting a structure to receive donations of far m machinery

• Dr. Chester Ronning was honoured by the Alberta New Democratic Party as an outstanding Social Democrat. Grant Notley presented Dr. Ronning with gifts to commemorate the occasion.

• Theresa Kehoe took possession of a brand new bicycle at the conclusion of the Pedal Pushers Course recently conducted by members of the Camrose Kinsmen Club. All graduates of the course were eligible for the draw. Theresa’s new bicycle was presented to her by President Gerald Galenza and Cliff Felt, Project Chair man.

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Grant Applications Open Deadline: August 15, 2023

The Battle River Community Foundation is now receiving applications for grants from our Community Fund and Field of Interest Funds.

Grants are made to organizations operating in east-central Alberta that are recognized as qualified donees by the Canada Revenue Agency This includes registered charitable organizations and municipalities. Community organizations that are not registered charities may apply in partnership with a qualified donee. Forms for applications from partners must be submitted in addition to grant application forms and can be found on our website.

Organizations seeking funds must demonstrate a strong and committed volunteer board of directors, fiscal responsibility, and effective management of resources. Projects that impact the greatest number of individuals possible with a modest investment of funds are preferred. Grants are made for definite purposes and for projects covering a specific time period. In general, grants are approved for projects not met by other funding sources.

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École Camrose Composite High School

GRADUATES OF

2023

would like to thank the following businesses who helped contribute to the success of their Prom & Safe Grad Celebrations:

Armand’s Taxi Service

Atco Gas

Big Valley Jamboree / Camrose Regional Exhibition

Boston Pizza

City of Camrose

Camrose County

Camrose Landscape Supplies

Camrose Rental Shoppe

Dales Liquor Store

Dennis Skinner

Duggan Cinema

East Side Mario’s

Esound

GOAT Coffee

Groomology

John Mendoza

M&M Meats OPT Inc.

Point Forward

Prairie Rose Water Safeway

Save On Foods

Superstore

Vanessa Simonot –

Joyful Movement

Walmart

Wetaskiwin Trans Comm Services

Wild Rose Food Service

Xtreme Holdings

Y Not Pizza

Graduates would especially like to thank all the parents who volunteered their time with both Prom and Safe Grad Thank you again to all businesses and parents, the events have given the graduates a lifetime of memories.

In addition to unrestricted grants available from the Community Fund, some Funds provide grants targeted to projects reflecting donors’ interests. They include Animal Welfare, Arts, Brain Injury Prevention, Education, Health and Wellness (including Mental and Emotional Health and Wellness), the Humanities, Literacy, Music, Nutrition and Food Security, Outdoor Education, Palliative Care, Preservation and Protection of the Environment, Preservation of History, Prevention of Family Violence, Services for Individuals with Special Needs, Sustainable Agriculture, Youth Athletics and Youth Projects and Programs.

There are also Funds targeted to support projects serving residents of Alliance, Armena, Camrose, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Galahad, Hardisty, Hay Lakes, Hughenden, Irma, Killam, Lougheed, Merna, Rosalind, Sedgewick, Strome, Viking and Wetaskiwin.

The deadline for receipt of 2023 applications is 5:00 Thursday, August 15, 2023. Grants will be announced in December

For further information and/or an application form, please contact us Web: www.brcf ca | Email: brcfoundation@gmail.com | Phone: 780-679-0449

Jaywalkers' Jamboree

prize sponsors

Thank you to the following sponsors that contributed to gift baskets raffled off at Jaywakers Jamboree. Over $2,400 was raised as a result of the weekend! CWSS is so grateful for community support for our purpose, and our vision to see communities where all people are free from violence and abuse.

•The Beauty Bar Company

•Hauser Home Hardware

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•Boston Pizza

•Browns Socialhouse

•Camrose Coffee

•Candler Art Gallery

•Duff Layton’s Men’s Wear

•East Side Mario’s

•The F Indian Kitchen

•FIKA Coffeehouse

•Fringe Benefits

•From Kicks to Kids

•Glover International Trucks

•Main Street Unisex

•Hair Company

•Man Cave Barber’s Lounge 13

•Minotaur Mechanical Ltd.

•Nutters Camrose

•Overtime Taphouse

•Pedersen’s Florists

•Quantum Comics

•Twig thank to the raffle prize winners!

•Revive Salon and Day Spa

•Rocky Mountain Equipment

Men’s Basket value $1,015

Shirley Sinclair

Ladies’ Basket value $760

Pamela Woodman

Children’s Basket value $765

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Augustana Campus honours 2023 class

By Murray Green University of Alberta

Augustana Campus convocation ceremonies were held at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on June 4.

President and vicechancellor Bill Flanagan remarked on the class of 2023.

“We are here today to celebrate you (students) and your achievements. This marks a milestone in one’s life journey. On behalf of the University of Alberta I want to give our profound appreciation and congratulations to each and every one of you. Regardless of the challenges, you have been able to adapt through resilience and tenacity,” said Flanagan.

“Our institution is prepared for the future and that future is bright. We started in 1908 and have gone through 115 years of change. Our core remains constant, to build one of the world’s great universities. The education that you have received will prepare you for your journey in life. Students have received an education to succeed in today’s economy. Research has helped in such things as mental health for farmers and experiences for Indigenous youth,” added Flanagan.

“I know you will be ready for the challenges here, in Canada and around the world. Your impact will be felt on the global stage.

With the rankings just in, the University of Alberta ranks seventh in the world, and second in Canada in the rankings of the top universities in the world based on the United Nations,” shared Flanagan.

“Last year, in another world rankings, we moved up 16 places, something that is almost unheard of. The U of A now ranks 110th out of the 1,400 top universities worldwide. We are in the top four institutions in Canada. These rankings reflect the research in the classrooms that each one of you have played a part in this. We can’t wait for you to change the world for better,” said Flanagan.

Former MLA and deputy premier Shirley McClellan was presented with a Honorary Doctor of Laws degree prior to the convocation. McClellan served in Alberta politics for 20 years.

“I’m honoured to have this degree from Augustana. My brother went to Camrose Lutheran College before it was Augustana and secondly my colleague LeRoy Johnson organized the Viking Cup here,” McClellan said.

“You heard the U of A is one of the top five universities in Canada, but more important to you is further to that, we are number two in graduate employment in Canada. You might think it is odd to celebrate that we are in the top 150 universi-

ties in the world, but when you consider there are 23,630 universities in the world, being in the top 150 is pretty darn good,” shared McClellan.

“Your degree will open doors and opportunities that many of us will envy. Take advantage of those, my words are ‘go for it’. Be ready for change is my simple message. But better yet, diversity has allowed me to have many interests, which is incredibly important in my retirement age because I have absolutely no recreational talent,” laughed McClellan.

“My grandmother placed a great importance on education. She was one of the first advocates of lifelong learning. All of her children, remember there were 10, all have postsecondary experience. We discussed worldly and local events. My goal for you as graduates is take an active part in your community. If you occupy space in this universe, you do have an opportunity and I believe a responsibility to be involved in your community and to be informed,” added McClellan.

“My wish for you as graduates is to be curious and keep that desire to learn, that you will be respectful and tolerant, and that you will realize all of your goals and dreams.”

Students received bachelor of arts, science, management or music degrees.

ÉCCHS wins bronze track team honours

By Murray Green

The École Camrose Composite High School Trojans track and field team had several athletes attend provincials on June 2 and 3.

“We had a really good weekend at track provincials in Edmonton. We took 19 athletes, which is one of our bigger teams in recent years. Most of our team competed on the track with only two having field events,” said athletic director Graeme Thain.

The athletes made a number of finals and several had personal bests turned in. Will Brager was

fourth in the 3000m, Colby Anderson made the finals in the 100m hurdles, Kensea Aaron took eight seconds off his 800m time to finish fifth overall, Madison Woods finished sixth overall in the junior girls’ discus.

“That’s the kind of success we had all weekend. To top off the two-day event, our senior girls’ 4x100m relay team consisting of Harley Shymanski and Hanna McCarroll along with Makena Huseby from Bawlf and Katlynne Pasutto from Penhold finished second overall. For the first time, we had a Uni-

fied athlete compete, Appolon Rain and Matthew Befus brought home another silver medal in their heptathlon.”

Allyson Thain successfully defended her pentathlon championship she won last year, earning gold again this year. It was a much tighter competition for her. This year, she won by just over 50 points; last year, she won by almost 200 points.

“The pentathlon consists of high jump, long jump, shot put, 100m and 800m races. You are scored at each event and in the end, I had the highest score. Last year, I wasn’t

expecting to win because it was my first track provincials. This year, coming back was a lot more pressure, knowing I could win, but it ended up okay,” explained Allyson. “I was thinking the whole time that I won it last year, I should be able to win again. Last year, I kind of won it after the second event. This year, I wasn’t in the lead until the second last event. Knowing I wasn’t in the lead put more pressure on me with each event that came up. It was a good experience,” she added.

“This time, my long jump improved and it was what got me ahead. I believe I was down by 100 points and then after long jump, I was in the lead by 11 points. My long jump hadn’t been great before, something I worked on a lot, but it all clicked together at provincials,” said Allyson.

She plans on attending UBCO (UBC-Okanagan) next year. “I will be in biathlon and taking health and exercise/kinesiology courses.”

The Trojans came in third place in provincials as far as the team award. “This is the first year we have been able to get in the top three. We have lots of Grade 10 athletes who helped out,” she added.

“I was in the 400m, 800m,

4x100m relay and 4x400m relay events. I was fifth in the 800m, which I was really happy with because it was a personal best. I was seventh in the 400m, seventh in the 100m relay and fifth in the 400m relay,” said Kensea.

“I expected to reach provincials and then get killed,” he laughed. “I was happy to compete and keep up at provincials. I like the 800m, two laps of the track. It was the only event I competed in provincials last year. This year, it is by far my best. Everyone at provincials ran faster than at zones, so even though it was fifth for me, it was better than anyone at zones. Provincials was tougher than I expected,” shared Kensea.

“I like running the 800m because, well to be honest, I think the longer races are boring. Longer races are more mentally challenging and the shorter races you have to be fast. My body is suited to catch up in a little longer race, like the 800m,” said Kensea.

“I’ve started to think about track in the future, but I’m signed to play volleyball at St. Thomas University in Fredericton, NB. It will depend on the commitment to volleyball,” he said.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Shirley McClellan, left, received her honorary Doctor of Laws degree from U of A chancellor Peggy Garritty on June 4.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

U of A president and vice chancellor Bill Flanagan addressed the Augustana Campus students at the Convocation in the Lougheed Centre.

Allyson Thain

Kensea Aaron

ATLAS

CARBON STORAGE HUB

POWERING CCS

You’re invited to attend an Open House for the Atlas Carbon Storage Hub.

The Atlas Carbon Storage Hub proposed by Shell, Suncor, and ATCO would store CO 2 emissions generated in the Alberta Industrial Heartland region. If built, the storage hub would store CO2 emissions captured by Shell’s proposed Polaris Carbon Capture project, as well as potential carbon emissions from Suncor and ATCO’s proposed Heartland Hydrogen Hub. Atlas would also serve as an open-access hub to store CO2 from other third-party industrial sources. Atlas would safely and permanently store CO2 underground under areas of Beaver County and Camrose County. Please join us to learn more about the project, meet the team, ask us questions, and provide us with feedback as we continue to develop the project.

OPEN HOUSE EVENTS

Ryley

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Ryley Community Hall

5103-49 Street, Ryley

Round Hill

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Round Hill & District Community Centre

9 Township Road 484, Round Hill

Presentation begins at 4:30 p.m. and dinner will be provided.

For any questions, please contact:

Janine King, Community Relations Advisor

587 879 1633

Janine.King@shell.com

Precision volleyball team places 13th in Canada

By Murray Green

The various Camrose Precision volleyball teams performed well to reach nationals last month.

The U13 girls’ team played the season as an exhibition season gaining valuable experience

as they prepared for the Volleyball Alberta Premier series for the 2024 year. Head coaches were Sara and Paul Kjos.

The U14 girls’ team, had a season filled with improvements as they progressed two divisions from the previous sea -

son. The team was led by Juliana Fowler, Ainsley Campbell, Addy Ross and Carleigh Walrod.

“The U15 girls’ team recorded the highest provincial and national results in the history of the local club. They finished in the top 10 in Al -

berta all season and at nationals in Regina, and finished 13th out of 150 teams,” said Precision club coach Greg Ryan.

“When playing on any sports team, it’s not the strength of individual players, but the strength of how they all function together. I think during nationals we all played very well together and had few miscommunications, which let us play our game and let everything run fairly smoothly. Overall, it was a very fun experience and I can’t wait for next season. Thank you to coach Steve Enright for stepping in during nationals,” said player Lexi Dyck.

The older girls also played well. “The U16 girls’ team had a very strong showing this season, competing in Division 1 in Alberta all season. The team capped off the season winning a gold medal in their tier finishing approximately 64th of 150 teams. The team is led by head coach Pat McFeely,” Greg added.

The U17 girls’ team was led by Skylar Morken and Avery Stevenson, the head

coach was Travis Rott. The team finished approximately 120th of 150 teams.

“The U18 girls’ team also had a great showing. The team broke into division 1 and played there for the bulk of the season. The team finished fourth in Division 2 and 36th of 150 teams,” said Greg.

The U18 boys’ team under the direction of Ryan Popowich, also had a stellar season competing in division one all season in the Alberta Premier season, finishing sixth at provincials. The team finished approximately 32nd out of 90 teams at nationals.

The U16 boys’ team finished with a silver medal in their tier. They finished approximately 60th of 100 teams. The team was led by Carson Baker.

The U15 boys’ team was led by Chase Opsal. The team finished approximately 80th of 100 teams.

The U15 girls from left to right, back row head coach Greg Ryan, Jayla Kelndorfer, Claire Lansing, Abby Kruchten, Eden Zarski, Macy Morken and coach Alyson Ryan. Front row, Devyn Rasmuson, Madi Woods, Presley Charchun, Allie Armstrong, Emma Armstrong, Sara Nordstrom and Lexi Dyck.

Augustana

INDIGENOUS SPEAKER SERIES

LPAC launches new season

By Murray Green The Season Launch party

at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre is set for 7 p.m. on June 15.

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

Staff will unveil its 2023-24 performing arts season. A 90-minute free community event will feature door prizes, a live performance by Ryan Lindsay and insight to a brand new series.

The Comic Strippers are back on June 17 at 8 p.m. Get ready to laugh your clothes off.

Lunch at Allen’s is a

show featuring four famous artists together. Picture Murray McLauchlan, Ian Thomas, Cindy Church and Marc Jordan sharing their stories and songs together. You can see the show on June 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Shumka: Emerge is returning on July 21 for a show at 7:30 p.m.

Starting on August 1 at 7 p.m. enjoy Andrew Allen in the all-new Summer on the Plaza Series at the Verda McNeill Plaza (southside of the LPAC). He will perform his hits including “Loving You Tonight” outdoors, providing the weather is suitable. The second show on

the plaza will be with the Battle River Big Band with local musicians. Enjoy a concert entitled “Summer Serenade” on August 10 at 7:30 p.m.

The final outdoor show will be Paula Neder on August 18 at 7:30 p.m. Paula will show you why she is a star in Argentina. Her debut album won awards for Best Female Artist Album and Album of the Year.

Paula will be in Camrose for a song creation residency prior to her concert. Attend the launch for more news on upcoming shows. In addition, shows may be added at later dates.

Churchmice to hold auditions

By Murray Green

The Churchmice Players are holding audition for its Christmas show Deadline, a new stage comedymurder mystery written by Don Zolidis.

“We have auditions coming up on June 19 and 20, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Ross Agri Building, 3311-48 Avenue, Camrose,” said producer Janine Carroll.

Darryl Bleau will be the director, Shelby Tokarek will be the assistant director and Wendy Wenig is the stage designer.

Churchmice is looking for five female and three male characters. However, five roles can be played by

either, with 12 or 13 actors total of various adult ages.

“In addition to the on stage roles, we are looking for many backstage positions including stage manager, costumer, props manager, assistant producer, construction lead and team as well as stage hands. Anyone interested in learning more can call me, 780-672-6243 or come to the auditions,” added Janine.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Auditioners can also bring short rehearsed monologues, but they are not required.

A Christmas Deadline can be murder. Especially if the Churchmice Players are involved. “Once again, we’re

bringing a hilarious murder mystery to the Bailey Theatre filled with quirky characters competing to write a novel, a legendary author’s fog-shrouded island mansion in the North Atlantic and the enticing opportunity to win a million dollars. The catch? Design and execute a perfect murder and get away with it,” shared Janine.

They have eight dynamic shows planned for community enjoyment with opening night on Thursday, November 30.

Dinner theatres will be on November 30, December 1, 2, 7, 8 and 9. Afternoon matinees will be on December 3 and 10.

HAKUNA MATATA

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camryn Read plays Elton John’s “Hakuna Matata” during a Spring Recital that featured Erik Olson’s music students, on June 4 at Bethel Lutheran Church.

The newest stage comedy written by Don Zolidis Show opens at the Bailey Theatre on

helps people to help others!

Please plan to attend our

Camrose Open House

on Wednesday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the Norsemen Inn, Camrose

Here’s what’s in store .

• There will be an opportunity to meet the BRCF board members and Ambassadors, learn more about the activities of the past year and hear the perspectives of those who have either donated to, or received grants from, the Foundation as well.

• Brian Austrom and his wife Bonnie have been strong supporters of the Battle River Community Foundation since the late ’90s when Brian launched a scholarship fund to honour his late daughter. Subsequently, Bonnie and Brian have established a second fund that will benefit local initiatives in the entire community. Brian will tell us why they have chosen to give back to their community through the Battle River Community Foundation.

• Patrick W ittleton is the Director of Learning – Instruction at the Battle River School Division. In this position, he is responsible for Reading University, a month-long, summer remedial reading program for elementary students who are reading below grade level. This program was initiated and is funded as the flagship project of the Battle River Community Foundation. Patrick will tell us about how the project has evolved and why it is so important to the participating students. His is a feel-good success story that you will want to hear!

• Diane Hutchinson, a long-time community advocate, will be your Feature Speaker for the evening. Diane’s own commitment as a donor, her experience as a community volunteer, and her work in the not-for-profit sector, along with many years as the primary writer for the Battle River Community Foundation, have given her a unique perspective. She will share her thoughts on what a community can achieve when it pulls together to make good things happen. Please plan to join the Battle River Community Foundation for a fast-moving one-hour formal session, followed by an informal meet-and-greet featuring coffee/water, cheese, crackers and sweets and a chance to meet friends you haven’t seen in a while!

We look forward to having you with us!

Helping you make good things happen, fever!

Diane Hutchinson

By Lori Larsen

It takes a lot of moving parts to keep the City of Camrose operating smoothly with as little disruption to citizens as possible and at the highest level of service as possible. Add to that the fact a lot of work throughout the City is done during the warmer months, taking advantage of seasonal weather, but also when the amount of traffic increases.

While traversing around Camrose residents will no doubt be in store for some detours and barricades due to temporary road closures during road and sidewalk upgrades and repairs.

One of the major areas impacted by upgrades is Marler Drive.

Currently Marler Drive Phase 1 construction is underway affecting Parkview Drive to Mount Pleasant Drive.

City departments keeping busy

part of the City’s replacement program.

“We use condition assessment information to develop “heat maps” in order to help us prioritize the worst areas,” noted City of Camrose roads manager Andy Johnston. “We have additional staff dedicated to road maintenance this year, including an excellent summer staff this year to go along with our 11 full time staff. We hired five more summer staff (15 total up from 10 last year) and purchased another tar kettle for crack sealing.”

Johnston explained that crack sealing is crucial to prevent moisture seeping into pavement which eventually causes failure and pot holes.

“Also, crews are out using an asphalt sealer to seal seams of some of the newer asphalt being put down to keep moisture out of these

and landscape rehabilitation is ongoing. “Work is also underway to upgrade part of the paved trails in several areas of town including upcoming work to the north side of the Mirror Lake Trail in the next couple of weeks.”

According to Yuha, near the end of June contractors will be working to lift and level the concrete approach slabs on the 48 Avenue bridge over Mirror Lake.

“The City wants to reassure the public that any bridge is structurally sound as it is anchored with piles down to bedrock. As with bridge construction, settlement often occurs in the areas leading up to the bridge which is evident and anticipated. It is believed that most of the initial settlement has now occurred and thus the City is taking the necessary actions to minimize the dips leading to and from the bridge.”

All of the work on roads and sidewalks involves a degree of pedestrian and traffic control, and the City would like to remind residents to be understanding, slow down and drive with extreme caution when passing workers.

with an estimated cost of $50 million and is intended to begin commissioning in the fall of this year.

“We are also exploring the option of another solar power project to try to offset the increased power requirements associated with the new Waste Water Treatment Plant,” said Boyd.

“We have businesses in the industrial park that are growing and expanding and more growth along 48th Avenue to the point where there are very few spaces left,” reported MacQuarrie adding that the City anticipates seeing growth extending further west as more commercial and residential development happens.

“Phase 1 of the Marler underground services replacement is part of an $11 million project to address failing underground infrastructure and coordinate that work with the replacement of the surface infrastructure (roads and sidewalks),” explained City of Camrose Engineering Services manager Jeremy Enarson.

Enarson said that Phase 1 is expected to be complete by the end of August with the surface works to follow and be complete by the end of September.

“In relation to the Marler Drive project, the City has also had to address the recent failure of that same storm water line in the Stoney creek valley. The line failed at a location approximately 10 metres underground and has resulted in a major sink hole,” said Enarson. “The same risk exists along the remaining part of the storm water line as a result of the corrosion of this 1970 vintage corrugated steel pipe.”

Public Works crews are hard at work on a variety of other road and sidewalk projects across the City as

joints and overlapping sections,” said Johnston. “Pot hole repair has started as well as sidewalk maintenance. The sidewalk crew uses data from the sidewalk assessment done two years ago to prioritize the most crucial maintenance and the type of repairs needed.”

Road crews have been very busy tending to road paving projects as well.

“The majority of the concrete sidewalk replacements and large asphalt paving projects have already been completed for 2023,” reported City of Camrose municipal engineer Ryan Yuha.

“Thus far, over 54,000m2 of asphalt paving has been finished. This includes 48 Avenue from 66 Street to 73 Street, 48 Avenue westbound from 48 Street to 50 Street, 39 Street from 42 Avenue to Camrose Drive, 54 Avenue from 62 Street to 68 Street and Highway 26 from the railway tracks to City limits on the east end of town.”

Yuha explained that the contractors will be finishing up these projects very shortly as line markings are already being placed

Johnston said that although this dry weather is causing issues with wild fires, it has allowed for a very productive and beneficial start to the City’s street/sidewalk maintenance program.

In keeping with the City’s goal to maintain a beautiful, welcoming community and outdoor oasis for physical activity, 60 (total) seasonal Parks, Golf Course and Roads staff have been hired and oriented and can be seen throughout the city donning orange safety vests completing a variety of tasks including tending City owned parks, gardens, greenspaces and golf course and tediously filling cracks in roadways and sidewalks.

“Managing the ongoing safety of these seasonal employees is always a challenge,” noted City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd.

Besides the addition of seasonal work and the challenge to begin and complete as many projects as feasible during better climate conditions, the City continues to move forward with other major projects, the largest of which, both in size, cost and impact on everyday life in Camrose, is the Waste Water Treatment Plant upgrades.

This particular project began in the fall of 2021

Recently, the City purchased the Stoney Creek Lodge site from the province with preparation underway for the demolition of the various buildings in order to prepare the site for a future community use.

This year the City has seen a substantial increase in development applications, to the tune of $70 million in the first three months, which is the total sum of development applications for the previous four years.

“It has been a very busy development season,” said City of Camrose Community Development general manager Patricia MacQuarrie. “We have seen major developments happening in the Industrial area, the West End, Downtown, everywhere, really.”

MacQuarrie stated that some of the reasons developers are choosing Camrose include; lower cost of land, the fact that the city has its own police service and is very safe and permitting time and process is faster than the competition.

“It seems that developers are anticipating Camrose to be the next boomtown in Alberta. Proximity to Edmonton and the large amount of agricultural land around us are two really big selling features. Our City manager likes to say ‘everything is within a five minute drive’, and he is not wrong. Developers from Ontario seem to love that.”

If toilets flush, roads to and from destinations are travellable, safety and security is maintained, recreation, commercial and industrial services are available and growth continues,

MacQuarrie attributes the growth to a raised awareness for the City as a place to develop. “We have intentionally targeted markets that are saturated and offered Camrose as a better place to develop.”

She stated that the City was singled out for being the only Alberta City in the top 20 places people are moving into in Canada.

A few major projects the City is seeing include: development of a new law office and administration offices downtown; a large, five-story residential building on the north end of the city and the dental office across from Mirror Lake.

for the most part residents go about their lives with little thought as to the inner workings of the City, thanks to the people behind the scenes that keep the machine running.

Progress updates on the major construction projects can be found at https:// www.camrose.ca/en/ living-here/city-projects.aspx.

For complete details on street closure notices visit www.camrose.ca/en/living-here/streets-and-sidewalks.aspx. Residents can sign up to receive notifications about road closures in their area at https://www. camrose.ca/en/livinghere/notifications.aspx.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Construction on Marler Drive Phase 1 is expected to be complete by the end of August with surface work to follow and be complete by the end of September.

“We are also exploring the option of another solar power project to try to offset the increased power requirements associated with the new Waste Water Treatment Plant,” said City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

One of the major development projects, the dental office across from Mirror Lake, is well underway.

Mayor’s Art Award

By Lori Larsen

If you or someone you know should be celebrated for artistic achievement and or contributions to the arts in the City of Camrose, time is running out to nominate them for the City of Camrose Arts Council Mayor’s Arts Awards. Deadline for submissions for the The Creator Award is June 30.

The Creator Award recognizes the achievements of an individual or group demonstrating, creating, practicing and/or performing art. The winner of this award will be decided by the Mayor’s Arts Awards Committee and will win a cash prize and certificate of recognition.

The Mayor’s Arts Awards initiative was created this year with the goal of increasing awareness and recognizing everything the arts do to contribute to the community. It provides an opportunity to, not only bring exposure to the extraordinary talent that is a big part of what makes Camrose an incredible community to live in, but honour the hard work and dedication it takes to create.

Aside from the Creator Award the Mayor’s Arts Awards includes the Arts Champion Award which recognizes an individual, group or business that has made extraordinary contributions to the arts through the creation and fostering of artistic endeavors and/ or outstanding contributions in the areas of volunteerism, advocacy, support and development.

The winner of this award will be decided solely by the Mayor’s Arts Awards Committee (no nominations or applications required).

On Thursday, September 21 (time TBA), after deliberation the recipients of the Mayor’s Arts Awards will be announced at the Mayor’s Arts Awards Event to be held at the Jeanne andPeter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre.

The event will include a cocktail reception, welcome speech by City of Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko, acknowledgment of nominess and the revealing of the winners.

Be sure to get your applications and or nominations in before the June 30 deadline. For complete details on the criteria for the Mayor’s Arts Awards Creator Award and to apply for the award or nominate someone else for the award visit the City of Camrose website at www. camrose.ca (Living Here/ Recreation and Culture/ Arts and Culture/Camrose Arts Council Mayor’s Arts Awards) forms.camrose.ca/ Camrose-Arts-Council/ Mayors-Arts-Awards-Creator-Award-Nomination.

CITY OF CAMROSE, CAMROSE COUNTY and VILL AGE OF BITTERN LAKE 2023 HOUSEHOLD HA ZARDOUS WASTE ROUND- UP

Now is th e oppo rt unit y to clea n ou t al l th os e half-empty cont ainers that may be dangerou s if dumped down th e drain, poured on th e ground , or even sent to th e Camros e Re gional La nd fi ll

Ever y householde r uses produc ts in th e house an d ga rd en cont aining chemical s that are ha za rdou s when disposed of improperly Mi xe d together in land fi lls, these chemical s ca n be dangerou s – to th e worker s an d to th e enviro nment. Camros e Household Ha za rdou s Wa ste Ro und-Up will be held on:

Friday, June 16 , 2023 from 3: 00 p. m. to 7: 00 p. m.

Saturd ay, June 17, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3: 00 p. m. at the Public Works Yard, 4202-51 Avenue (Use west entrance, west of the old Public Works Building)

Ke ep yo ur ma te rial s in their original cont ainers If th e cont aine r is broken or crac ke d, plac e it inside a leak-p ro of packag e an d labe l it If yo u discove r jars or cans of unidenti fi ed chemicals, ta ke them to th e Ro und-Up an d te ll a staf f person yo u are unsu re of th e contents

Any cont aine r that caut ions abou t ca re fu l us e of th e produc t or disposal of th e cont aine r should be included in th e Ha za rdou s Wa ste Ro und-Up

Al l th e ma te rial s collecte d at th e Household Ha za rdou s Wa ste Ro und-Up will be collected, classi fi ed , mani fe sted , packed an d transpor ted by trained staf f, where th e waste will be ta ke n for proper treatment an d disposal

Th e follow in g item s will be a ccepted , bu t to reduce progra m co sts, th e preferred recyclin g locations are li sted :

• Pain t at th e Recyclin g Depo t

• Used Oil, Containers , an d Filters at th e La nd fi ll

Your cooperation and suppor t of the Camrose Household Hazardou s Wa ste Round- Up is most appreciated.

Examples of typical household hazardou s wastes are:

- Ad hesi ve s

- Ae ro sols

- Am moni a

- Ar t Supplies

- Bleach

- Barbecue star te r

- Chemical s

- Cleaning fl uids

- Disinfec ta nt s

- Drai n cleaners

- Flea powder

- Herbicides

- Insecticides

- Me ta l polish

- Oven cleane r

- Pe sticides

- Rodent poison

- Solvents

- Swimming pool chemical s

- Wa xe s

- Wood preser va ti ve s

ELKS TO ÉCKS MUSIC

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose Elks Lodge presented a $500 donation to the École Charlie Killam School music program to help towards the purchase of band equipment. Pictured left to right are Camrose Elks Lodge members Terry Pope and Larry Babiuk, ÉCKS Music Parents’ Association representative Michelle Broekhuizen, Camrose Elks Lodge member Taylor Blum and past exalted ruler Gerry Czapp.

Kids’ Bike Rodeo

Photos by Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Camrose Police Service Constable Josh Sangster gives eight-year-old Ryder Chambers some pointers on the use of hand signals.

City of Camrose Recreation Program coordinator Jayda Calon assists four-year-old Finn Arial through a makeshift intersection.

City of Camrose Community Services general manager Ryan Poole tunes up bikes for six-year-old Luke, left photo, and three-year-old Ella Bennett during the City of Camrose Kids’ Bike Rodeo held on June 7 in the Max MacLean Arena parking lot.

New Sarepta to hold car show on Father’s Day

By Murray Green New Sarepta Agricultural Society

is adding a car show to their Fair Weekend of fun events on June 16 to 18.

A family dance on Friday night, pancake breakfast on Saturday morning, 11 a.m. parade, three on three ball hockey tourna-

ment and tractor pull will now have a car show added to the weekend.

explained Arlen Kublik, organizer of the car show.

“I’m hoping to add some dragsters and jet cars as well. All proceeds will go be going to New Sarepta Minor Hockey,” he added.

tractors,”

“This is the first time that we are adding a car show to the weekend of events. It will be on Sunday from noon at 5 p.m. It will include vintage vehicles with cars, trucks, motorcycles and

“Next year, New Sarepta will celebrate 120 years, so next year’s event will be a lot bigger,” Arlen said.

Shedding light on elder abuse

By Lori Larsen

On June 15, people around the world will be donning the colour purple in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day as a symbol of voicing opposition to the abuse and suffering inflicted on adults, older adults and seniors in our communities.

Elder abuse, as defined by Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council (AEAAC), is any intentional or reckless act or willful and negligent disregard, occurring within a relationship of family, trust, or dependency, directed at someone 65 years of age or older.

The abuse can: come in the form of physical, emotional or psychological harm; involve the misappropriation or misuse of money or other personal possessions or personal property or real property; subjects an individual to non-consensual sexual contact, activity, or behaviour; or fail to provide the necessities of life.

Camrose’s Changing Ways offers goal oriented support and advocacy for older adults (55+) throughout the City of Camrose and Camrose County, including: responding to complaints and concerns about abuse; connecting people to the community; unraveling the complexities of abuse and promoting well-being and security.

Changing Ways older adult support worker & advocate Kari Cameron provides not only one-onone support, but access to resources available in the community of which the older adult resides.

The Changing Ways older adult support worker and advocate position, in its second year of a pilot project, has a main focus around elder abuse for people 55-plus in and around the City of Camrose and Camrose County.

Over this last year from January to December, Cameron has opened 77 new files. “The top two forms of abuse are still very much financial and psychological,” said Cameron, “And I have seen a lot more male files opening up.”

Cameron starts with an initial appointment with the older adults to determine individual cases and

needs and what avenues would work best for them.

“It takes time to build trust and a working relationship,” commented Cameron. “I always lead with the question, ‘Do you feel like someone is taking advantage of your good nature?’ From that conversation, the matter of abuse will come out.”

While the majority of the files Cameron deals with come from referrals made by a concerned friend or family member, some of the cases that cross her desk are directly as the result of a Camrose Police Service, RCMP or Victims Services report. “In those cases, a safety plan must be put into place immediately.”

Elder abuse may not always be obvious, especially if one’s perception is clouded by the idea that it couldn’t be possible. The following are commons signs that a person may see in an older adult that could be experiencing elder abuse.

• Changes in behaviour such as: withdrawn; increased isolation; not allowed to see people; confusion; fearful around others; nervous; depressed or anxious.

• Changes in appearance: poor hygiene; unkept; broken glasses, teeth, dentures; unexplained injuries, bruises, scrapes or falls.

• Was never previously short on money but suddenly indicates they don’t have any left.

• Sudden change in legal documents; names added to bank accounts.

“A lot of these older adults (victims of abuse) have carried this trauma for years and they are coming to realize they want to live better, have autonomy and self confidence,” said Cameron.

She explained that, more often than not, the victim of abuse wants to avoid conflict and therefore may remain silent about what is happening. “But I feel like more people (older adults) are becoming aware of the resources available, and that someone is out there that will listen.”

She added that in many cases the perpetrator may think they are coming from a place of kindness

but that course of control is too much. “It may not be from a place of maliciousness but perhaps because they don’t have all the information or are not taking the time to become informed.”

She remarked that the provincial ministry is exploring the feasibility of extending the reach of the program to include education for perpetrators.

“In instances where it is appropriate and safe to do so, I will do a soft referral for the ‘perpetrator’ to another resource. Changing Ways has a variety of programs that may be helpful.”

According to an AECCA report:

• It is estimated that up to 10 per cent of older Canadians are silent victims of abuse. (Alberta Government)

• A 2021 Stats Canada report on police-reported violence against seniors (65 to 89) revealed that senior women (58 per cent) compared to men (42 per cent) are more likely to face family violence from spouses, children, siblings and other family members such as grandchildren.

• Elder abuse is often committed by someone known to the victim who is in a position of power, trust or authority.

• Only one in five incidents comes to the attention of those who are able to support the older adult.

(Canadian Government)

• Abuse of older adults living with dementia affects between 5.411.9 per cent of the population. (Alzheimer Society of Canada)

• 7.5 per cent of Canadians aged 55+ experience abuse.

• eight out of 10 seniors report age discrimination in healthcare

• 50 per cent of Canadians say ageism is the most tolerated prejudice.

Currently Cameron is working with Canadian Mental Health Association–Recovery College (CMH) to offer Building Better Boundaries, a course that focuses on setting personal boundaries to foster healthy relationships to limit abuse.

She said that they (Changing Ways) are constantly partnering

CWSS hosts free yoga session

By Lori Larsen

On June 15, join others in a tranquil setting for a session on gentle yoga during the Camrose Wildlife Stewardship Society (CWSS) 2023 summer program’s third event to be held at the Stoney Creek Centre (5320-39 Avenue), beginning at 7 p.m.

“Connect with nature within and around you through a gentle yoga practice for all ages and ability levels,” said City of Camrose Greenspace and Wildlife Stewardship coordinator Brooklyn Swain.

The yoga event will be led by Yoga Alliance registered teacher, Dr. Deanna Mason.

“Dr. Mason will lead participants in a nature- themed practice of breath, meditation, and

movement.”

The practice of yoga has proven to not only improve overall balance, strength, flexibility and heart health but also helps to relieve pain and help a person to relax, benefiting sleep and brightening a

person’s mood.

Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mat or email wildlifestewardship@camrose. ca to borrow one.

Refreshments, courtesy of the City of Camrose and the Camrose Wildlife Stewardship Society will be served.

Come out and enjoy this free event hosted by the City of Camrose and the Wildlife Stewardship Society and be sure to put your name into the draw for a chance to win prizes, donated by local businesses, drawn during the final event to be held on August 3.

For more information on the summer events offered from now until August 3, email wildlife stewardship@camrose.ca

with other community agencies around mental health concerns to better assist anyone seeking help through a variety of resources.

Over the past year, she has also developed more group work to not only help facilitate the growing caseload but also to discourage isolation and encourage positive social interaction.

“Abuse happens most often when older adults self isolate, that is when they are most vulnerable, so it is important that we can get them out and about, socializing (such as coming out to the Senior Centre) and to have a champion in their corner too.”

In the capacity of her position, Cameron provides support to anyone in the City of Camrose but also travels outside of the City to those in the County and one day a week supports those in need in Wetaskiwin.

“We are really becoming more cohesive in Camrose around senior-based services. We do have a long way to go, especially around the matter of mental health for seniors, but we are making progress.”

By building awareness and continuing to support services and programs that provide essential services to older adults, such as Changing Ways, together people can elicit change and help to eliminate elder abuse.

Cameron was happy to say that the provincial ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services has secured funding for the program to continue for the next three years.

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse and in immediate danger or an emergent situation call 911.

If you or you suspect someone you know is the victim of elder abuse contact Changing Ways at 780-672-0141 or the Alberta Family Violence Line at 310-1818 (24 hours, seven days a week). If you feel you or someone you know may be the victim of sexual assault contact the Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 hours, seven days a week) at 1-866-403-8000.

FEATURED ARTISTS

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Artist Laura Ouimet stands beside one of the pieces she created using chicken wire during a meet and greet held on June 9 at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre. The exhibit runs until June 22 and includes photography by Louis Ouimet.

Bardic Form brings folk music

They

ning acoustic progressive flamenco metal group from

Edmonton, who blend traditional acoustic folk, Latin, melodic metal, and classical music into a high energy and unparalleled performance. From outdoor festivals to living rooms, concert halls to coffee houses, they are a rare gem performing something truly different and unforgettable.

Thebeau’s LeSabre floats down road

By Murray Green Jeff Thebeau of Hay Lakes owns

a 1976 Buick LeSabre.

“I got this car from a guy from Sylvan Lake who was getting married and wanted to get some extra money. I was attracted to the car because it was a convertible. I’ve never had one before and I really liked the colour. I just liked everything about this car,” explained Jeff.

The Buick LeSabre is a full-size car made by the Buick division of General Motors from 1959 until 2005.

“I had to fix the convertible top because nothing worked on it. I had that fixed, put some exhaust pipes on it and some other fun things like that,” added Jeff.

The LeSabre was available as a two-door convertible, sedan or hardtop, a four-door sedan or hardtop and station wagon throughout its production.

“The engine is still original, a 350 motor with an automatic transmission. I believe the car was painted before I bought it. I remember these cars with a blue colour and a burgundy on the inside,” he said.

In 1959, LeSabre became the new moniker for what had previously been known as the Buick Special.

Going

popular on warm days and in local parades.

“I like the way this car drives. It is like sitting on your couch. It seems like you are floating down the road with the top down. I used to drive this car a lot more before I had children, but I want to drive more

FUN FACTS

Only minor styling changes highlighted the 1976 Buick LeSabre, which was the final year for the 1971-vintage bodyshell, the unpopular and rarelyordered driver and passenger-side airbag option, the 455 V8 and hardtop bodystyles. Changes included rectangular quad headlights placed into a unit with the turn signals set directly below and at the center was a new classic eggcrate grille, no longer integrated with the headlights, making it more prominent. The 1976 LeSabre was the only American full-size car with a standard V6 engine, which was Buick’s brand-new 3.8-litre (231 CID) V6 engine. The V6 was only offered on the base-level LeSabre and not mentioned in initial 1976 Buick literature issued in September 1975 because the V6 engine was a last-minute addition to the line. The 350-cubic-inch V8 was the base engine on the LeSabre Custom and the 455-cubic-inch V8 was optional. Both V8s were optional on the base LeSabre. Unlike the full size Chevrolet and other competing big coupes, Buick’s full size LeSabre coupe was a true hardtop, with small rear quarter windows that rolled down (in addition to a larger third rear side “opera window” that was fixed). Pontiac and Oldsmobile also offered the hardtop coupe in their lower-priced lines. 1976 was the last year for all GM pillarless body styles.

now,” Jeff said.

In 1977, the LeSabre was downsized along with other GM full-size models, and was available only in pillared coupe, sedan and wagon body styles.

“I would like to go to a few more car shows in the future. We drive it around Hay Lakes in the summer. We have gone to a few car shows and around the area,” shared Jeff.

Due to very low production volume and the end of the full-size convertible era, this may make this series of ragtop LeSabre Custom and Centurion Convertibles quite collectable–depending on the vehicles’ overall condition. The convertible mechanism used was called the scissor top that folded inward on itself, instead of straight back. This was featured on all GM fullsize convertibles from 1971 to 1976.

The 350 two-barrel remained standard on all models with optional engines including a 350 four-

barrel and 455 four-barrel V8s, both carried over to meet emission standards.

The LeSabre lineup offered a coupe and two sedans while the LeSabre Custom lineup offered the coupe, two sedans, and

the only convertible in the Buick lineup. In 1975, it would be the final year for the LeSabre Custom Convertible with around 5,300 examples rolling off the assembly lines.

Car or Truck

SMOOTH RIDE

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

in this 1976 Buick LeSabre is a drive in style and class. The convertible was

The Ace was caught

By Lori Larsen

It literally got down to the final five cards of a deck of 52 before the Ace of Spades was drawn and lucky winner Alex Oliver walked away a little happier, winning $37,078. But Alex wasn’t the only big winner.

Thanks to the generosity of community ticket purchasers and the Camrose Service Clubs Group consisting of: Kinsmen Club of Camrose, Kinettes (and Kin) Club of Camrose; Camrose Elks Lodge 70; Camrose Royal Purple #49; Camrose Swans and Roses Lions Club; Rotary Club of Camrose and Rotary Club of Camrose Daybreak, several not-for-profit featured charities also benefited from raffle proceeds totalling over $74,000 during the almost year-long Chase the Ace initiative. The big winner was the Hospice Society of Camrose and District who will also receive an incredible donation of $37,078.

On June 14, beginning at 4 p.m., members of the community are invited to come out to the Hospice Society of Camrose and District office located, at 5415–49 Avenue (lower level of Mirror Lake Centre) entrance on Mirror Lake side, to celebrate the handing over of the cheques to both Alex and the Hospice Society, but also the Camrose Service Clubs and all the not-for-profit organizations and the incredible work they do to make life better for so many people in our community.

The not-for-profit organizations that were the chosen charities during the raffle included: Camrose KidSport, Camrose Women’s Shelter, Centra Cam Vocational Training, Changing Ways, Camrose Boys and Girls Club (BGC), Huntington Society of Canada (Camrose Chapter), Alberta Special Olympics Camrose Affiliate, Kinette Club of Camrose Silent Santa, Camrose and Area Animal Shelter, Flagstaff Foodbank, Camrose Children’s Centre, Camrose and District Pre-school Society, The Bailey Theatre, Camrose Academy of Dance, Service Options for Seniors

(Camrose), Camrose Handi-Van Society, 6th Camrose and District Fish and Game Association, Camrose Traditional Scouting, Camrose Veselka Ukrainian Dance Society, Camp He Ho Ha, Camrose Association For Community Living (CAFCL), Fellowship of the Camrose Public Library, Days for Girls, Ronald McDonald Charities of Alberta Society, SportQuip (sponsored by Camrose District Support Services CDSS), Cystic Fibrosis (Edmonton and northern Alberta chapters), Tools For Schools (CDSS), Camrose Firefighters Association, Camrose Rotary Cub and Flagstaff County Dolly Par-

ton Imagination Library, OSCAR Child Care Society, The Open Doors, Camrose Merry Christmas Fund, STARS Air Ambulance, Camrose and District Centennial Museum, Kids Cancer Care of Alberta, Battle River Community Foundation Reading University and ISTAR (Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Research).

The Chase the Ace raffle will begin with a new series of draws on July 5, with the major Charity being The Open Doors.

If you are wishing to attend RSVP at CamSvcClubs@gmail.com or telephone 780-678-5135.

CHASE THE ACE DRAW 43

Chase the Ace’s Draw 43 featured charity, KidSport Camrose, received $1,402 from the presenting sponsor, Camrose Kinsmen. Pictured left to right are KidSport Camrose representative Kristy Smith and Camrose Kinsmen Club representative Derek Rudosky.

Camrose Interclub 4-H Beef Show awards

from Armena 4-H, had the best junior live judging competition at the Camrose District Interclub 4-H steer show, June 6. Presenting the award to Sophia was Chris Wocknitz of Glover International Trucks Camrose.

Matthew Bleakley, from Bashaw 4-H, had the interclub carcass highest rate of gain steer. Presenting the prizes to Matthew was Jim Bleakley of Lazy E Bar Ranching at the Bashaw Agricultural Grounds on June 6.

Izabella Kelland, from Rosalind 4-H, won the supreme champion female award. On behalf of Ed Fleck Memorial award, Doreen Fleck presented the trophy and gift at the Bashaw Agricultural Grounds on June 6.

Nattalie Kroetsch, from Rosalind 4-H, won the reserve supreme champion female award. Presenting the award to Nattalie on behalf of Crop Management were Grace Tabler and Josh Burnstad.

Nattalie Kroetsch, from Rosalind 4-H, received the award for having the champion yearling heifer. The prizes were sponsored by Craig Squair and presented by Richard Christensen.

Brookelyn Holt, from Bashaw 4-H, received the award for having the reserve champion yearling heifer. The award was sponsored by Brimacombe Farms and presented by Brenda Dane.

the

champion senior female. Present-

Sophia Feitsma,

Khiley Bellamy, from Armena 4-H, had the best international live judging competition at the Camrose District Interclub 4-H steer show. Presenting the award to Khiley is John Pouliot of Just Passing Horse.

Shanna Lee Fankhanel from New Norway 4-H, had the best senior live judging competition in Bashaw. Presenting the awards to Shanna Lee on behalf of Vision Credit Union were Grace Tabler and Josh Burnstad.

Izabella Kelland, from Rosalind 4-H, received

show’s

ing awards to Izabella on behalf of Central Vet was Brookelyn Holt at the Bashaw Agricultural Grounds on June 6

Savannah Hall, from Bashaw 4-H, received the show’s reserve champion senior female award. Presenting a prize to Savannah on behalf of the D.C. Farms was Richard Christensen at the Interclub Show and Sale.

Kayla Van De Voorde, from Bashaw 4-H, received the top Herdsman Award. Presenting the award to Kayla on behalf of Pat and Trevor Carlson was Pat Carlson on June 6 at the Bashaw Agricultural Grounds.

All of the 4-H Cleavers (first-year 4-H members) received prizes for their hard work this spring. The Cleavers are Brody Andrews, Beau Babcock, Rowyn Stefanishion, Jax Nadon, Branson Babcock, Kate Stefanishion, Jesse Feitsma, Chloe Schierman, Emilie Bratrud, Harper Sehlstrom, Cole Welch, Blayne Burkhardt, Roan Gibson, Lincoln Christenson and Beckett Burnstad.

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Supporting mental health

By Murray Green

One of the perks of living in the City of Camrose is a sense of embedded community and kinship.

But the remote, rural climate of the city can also lend to less access to services that are crucial for the mental well-being of its constituents.

When it comes to access, Dr. Hany Shaltout believes there is much to be desired.

“Unfortunately, one of the big struggles that we have right now is there are not a lot of resources. For instance, in rural Alberta we don’t have a lot of psychiatrists, doctors, therapists or counselors,” he said

The solution isn’t as clear cut as outsourcing professionals, because there are shortages in medical fields throughout the country. In particular, the healthcare sector has been specifically affected by the pandemic at large.

“One of the biggest challenges has been in growing our own, and having these kids filling in these gaps–going in for the necessary training and necessary certification,” Dr. Shaltout said.

In Camrose, mental health service providers were not operating symbiotically. This puts a strain on outreach because patients are often given conflicting information.

“The best way is to improve collaboration between the different service providers. Communication in rural Alberta is important between service providers,” he said. “And the first step has been crucial to that,” he added.

“We have come up with the Camrose Mental Health Committee. This involves decision makers from all the services in the community. We discuss how mental health services are provided here. Through this conversation we have been able to address some gaps.”

Shaltout suggests that by having this service, they can approach people and offer services to them indirectly through initiatives and customized solutions.

“We want to improve our footprint in the community, so there is that conversation and improvement,” he said.

They are hosting their first mental health conference in October, which will be Camrose’s first annual mental health conference. “What we are doing here that is different, compared to different symposiums, is different streams. Public and professional, so we look at it from both aspects,” said Shaltout.

Jaron Leslie Arthur Wensley

May 5, 1980 ~ May 26, 2023

With saddened hearts, the family of Jaron Wensley of Camrose, Alberta, announces his passing on May 26, 2023, at the age of 43 years.

Jaron was born and raised in Camrose, Alberta.

Jaron’s love of the outdoors came from a combination of adventures at his grandparents’ farm, and fishing at the age of four years with his dad and brother at the gravel pit at Dried Meat Lake. Jaron and his brother had lots of fun with their Uncle Rick, quadding and snowmobiling on the farm when they were young.

Jaron’s attitude towards life in general and future possibilities changed on June 25, 1998, due to an accident while using a truck to make an out-of-town delivery for the lumber yard for which he worked. At the age of 18, he was left paralyzed from the chest down.

Robert Dorsett (Bob) passed away at home on June 4, 2023, with family by his side after a short, courageous battle with cancer.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Pat; daughters Trudy, Myrna (Clarence) and Maurie (Kevin); six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his “kid” sister Isla (Hal) Handrieder; and many other relatives and friends.

Bob was a very active, proud member of many organizations – Hotel and Dairy Queen Association, lifetime member of the Kinsmen Club, Masonic Lodge and Shriners Club. Family and friends were so important to Bob, and he was never shy about telling them so. Our hearts are broken.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel, Camrose.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children or to the Saskatchewan Kinsmen TeleMiracle.

Jaron had a hard time doing everything while in a chair every day, yet he always wanted to be independent. It was very amazing what he accomplished in life. Although a paraplegic for 25 years, he always had a sense of humour, was positive, loving and generous, and helped his family and friends in whatever way he could. Jaron was a go-getter.

Jaron was a honour student and received his Administrative Assistant Certificate from Augustana in April 2005. For 18 years from 2005 to 2023, Jaron worked for Bethany as a business systems analyst, admin-maintenance department and scheduler.

Jaron had a love for dogs and had freshwater and sea salt aquariums and a koi fish pond. He also enjoyed flowers, fruit trees, art paintings and coin collecting. He enjoyed playing pool on his table, board and electronic games, doing puzzles and playing crib with his dad and Grandpa Art.

Jaron loved his fishing from a young age right up until his last sturgeon fishing day on May 9, 2023, on the Fraser River, Chilliwack, BC.

Ron and Deb (Jaron’s parents) were blessed to have him as their son and will forever miss him.

Jaron was predeceased by his brother Derrick; and grandparents Les and Irene Wensley and Art and Hazel Walger.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents Ron and Deb Wensley; nephews Dederick, Joshua and Jeremy; niece Trisha; great-niece Aaliyah; great-nephew Markus; many uncles, aunts and cousins; wife Cassie; and son Chance.

We want to thank each of you for your expressions of love and sympathy through prayer, memorial donations, phone calls, cards, food, flowers, visits and hugs during this difficult time. Monetary donations may be given to Camrose and District Fish and Game Association in memory of Jaron Wensley. Your kindness in this time of sorrow will never be forgotten.

– Ron, Deb and family

Walter Nahirniak

Jean Elizabeth Attlebery

Jean Elizabeth Attlebery nee Wegner of Holden, AB, passed away on June 7, 2023, at the age of 84 years.

She is survived by her children Linda (Myron) and Doug (Lisa); grandchildren Brett (Krystyn), Scott, Calvin, and Kelly; and numerous relatives and friends.

Jean was predeceased by her husband Andy.

Memorial donations may be made to the Tofield and Area Health Foundation.

No formal service will be held.

Robert Peterson

Robert Peterson of Kingman, AB, passed away on May 31, 2023, at the age of 82 years.

He is survived by his wife Gwen; children Anna, Kevin and Stephen; numerous grandchildren; and brothers Raymond and Vernon.

Robert was predeceased by son David, and parents Martin and Jessie.

A funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Messiah Lutheran Church, Camrose, AB.

Memorial donations may be made to the Kingman Cemetery or the Bailey Theatre.

Walter Nahirniak of Holden, AB, passed away on May 30, 2023, at the age of 85 years.

He is survived by his wife Peggy; children Jim (Brenda), Janet (Bill), Kim (Rick), Keri, and Mel; eleven grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister Natalia; as well as numerous relatives and friends.

He was predeceased by five brothers and six sisters.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 21, 2023, at the Holden Community Hall. Memorial donations may be made to the Holden Library or to the Holden Legion.

Robert Dorsett

Margot Catherine Winnifred Norma Fontaine

June 9, 1930 ~ June 6, 2023

Margot Catherine Winnifred Norma Fontaine of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at the age of 92 years.

Margot Fontaine was born to Alfred and Jutta Haselwood on June 9, 1930, on the family farm just west of Bittern Lake. She went to school with her three younger brothers Thomas, Louis and his twin brother Stacey. After finishing school, she married Kinley Fontaine on May 18, 1952, and they started a family on fourteen acres of land given to them as a wedding gift from her parents. There they raised their daughter Debbie and son Randy. Margot enjoyed life on the acreage, gardening, puttering in the flower beds, and looking after nearly 100 house plants, besides raising those two rascals. She went to work at Green Acres Nursing Home in Wetaskiwin for a few years after the kids got bigger to help pay those annoying bills. She loved camping and going for Sunday drives with a picnic lunch. After Kinley passed away in 2003 after 51 years of marriage, Margot lived for one more year on the acreage. Margot moved into Rosealta Lodge in Camrose in 2004. She loved playing the piano, so every morning for many years, she played old tunes on the piano while everyone was coming out and getting settled for breakfast. She and a couple of residents had a little band that entertained on various afternoons and evenings. She lived there until her late 80s, when her health slowly deteriorated and she was moved into Louise Jensen Care Centre for her remaining days. Margot passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023, just a few days short of her 93rd birthday. Margot had seven grandkids who all have many fond memories of staying overnight on the farm with Grandma and Papa.

She was predeceased by her parents, brothers and husband Kinley.

She is survived by her daughter Debbie and husband David; grandchildren Derek, Dallas, Denny, Dorinda and Dustin, along with their spouses; and 11 great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her son Randy and wife Barb; grandchildren Miranda and Steven and their spouses; and two great-grandchildren.

A private family service was held.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Margot’s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, or to the Louise Jensen Care Centre.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Barbara J. Gibson

December 26, 1945 ~ June 16, 2022

We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday and days before that too.

We think of you in silence, we often speak your name.

All we have are memories and a picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll

Love

For more information on The Camrose Booster Obituary Page, contact your funeral director or the Camrose Booster

Gordon “Gord” William Pennycook

September 12, 1946 ~ June 4, 2023

Gordon “Gord” William Pennycook of Daysland, Alberta, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at the age of 76 years.

A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 9, 2023, from the Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church officiated by Rev. Rob Johnson.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

In memory of Gary Melvin Steil

March 1, 1946 ~ June 17, 2020

Three years have passed. Let us remember Gary in our own special way, from yesterday, today and all the tomorrows.

– From your wife Margaret, families and friends

In loving memory of Dale Albin Winder 1943 ~ 2013

It’s been 10 years, but you are always loved and never forgotten!

– Sylvia, Darin, Cheryl, Brenda and family

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.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE DR. “MAC” SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND for post-graduate education in nursing is accepting memorials. To donate or for applications and information, please write to AARN Education Trust Fund. 11620-168 St., Edmonton, AB T5M 4A6.

THE LADIES’ AUXILIARY – of Branch #57 Camrose Legion is, once again, offering bursaries to graduates of City and County of Camrose High School, who are going on to further education. Application forms for several categories of bursaries are available at the Legion.

YOU ARE INVITED TO HELP CELEBRATE – Round Hill Women’s Institute’s 105th Anniversary, Sunday, June 25, 1 p.m., Round Hill Community Centre. For more information, contact Louisa at 780-679-0503 or Cathie at 780-672-6021.

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WANTED

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

TOP PRICES PAID FOR NATIVE TANNED HIDES –Call Lodge Hides, Edmonton. Land line 780-461-9677 or cell 780-660-2640.

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

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Please call 780- 672-4793

J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE

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TERRY’S YARD CARE –Handyman services and hardwood flooring. 780-781-9165, 780-718-6316.

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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.

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT – 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 780-233-0224 for more info or to set up a viewing.

DOWNTOWN CAMROSE

OFFICE – Self-contained, 500 sq. ft., main floor office with great street view. Half block off Main at 4911-50 Avenue. Immediate occupancy. $600/mo. plus power. Call Corey 780-679-3555.

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

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

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.

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 SUITE –spacious and bright in a 4-plex apartment. Centrally located, clean, quiet, non-smoking building, no children, no pets. Recently renovated, available July 1st. In keeping with our existing tenant profile, we are inviting inquiries from mature adults. $1,050 per month rent includes heat and water. Phone 780-679-7090.

MAIN FLOOR OF HOUSE

– Completely furnished, near university. Two bedrooms, office. Five appliances. Single garage. No smoking. Adults only. No pets. $1500/mo. includes utilities. Available July 1. 780-455-4983 or email berako@telus.net.

BASEMENT SUITE – one bedroom, furnished. Includes all appliances, parking, private entrance, yard. Non-smoking, no pets. $900/mo. $900 Cash damage deposit. Utilities included. To book a showing, call Bernice at home 780-455-4983.

APARTMENT SUITE –Two bedrooms. Available July 1. Contact 780-608-3820.

3-BEDROOM DUPLEX –bungalow style across from park. Fenced yard, parking in back. $1,000/mo., $1,000 DD, utilities not included. Phone 780-226-8598 or email midcityproperty2019@ gmail.com.

MACHINERY

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REAL ESTATE

MISCELLANEOUS

FOUR 14” AUTOMOTIVE

RIMS – for car or truck. Good shape. $15 each. Call Dave 780855-3023.

METAL HEADACHE

RACK – for small domestic truck. Length 75”, width 57¼”. $95 obo. Call Dave 780-8553023.

WEST SIDE MEATS –Summer pork freezer packshalf hog $350. Approx. 80 lb. Pork chops, ribs, bacon, ham, sausage, steaks and roasts. Call 780-877-2140.

GARAGE SALES

LARGE MOVING SALE

– Furniture, lamps, household, Princess House, Partylite, Nikon D3200, new crocheted afghans, craft and scrapbooking supplies, yard tools, Christmas. Thursday, June 15, 1-8 p.m.; Friday, June 16, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Address: 230 Olstad Street, New Norway. Enter at the back alley. Follow the signs.

ESTATE YARD SALE –Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 5014-52A Street. Antiques, collectibles, glassware, furniture, lights and home decor, housewares, tools, windows and other hardware.

MOVING OUT SALE –Thursday, June 22, 12-8 p.m.; Friday, June 23, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, June 24, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 4507-71 Street Close. Everything must go! Furniture and housewares.

AUTO

2001 BMW – Model 330 CI. Convertible, mint shape. 166,000 km. $11,900. 780-679-8133.

2016 ENERGY CONSERVATION HOME – Zero step, 1,632 sq. ft. 2 bedrooms, den, 2 bathrooms; in-floor heating; 24’x36’ garage; 5 acres, fenced. $514,500. 780-888-7011.

2011 FORD EXPEDITION

MAY – very well kept, well maintained vehicle. Loaded, third row seating, large cargo area (LWB), heated and cooled seats, sunroof, new glass, good tires, back-up camera. Highway driven 215,000 km. Excellent value at $13,500, no GST. Blain Fowler 780-672-3142 days.

BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS

2006 JAYFLIGHT – 20 ft., always shedded, like new interior, all manuals. 780-608-5305.

DEATHS

Robert “Bob” Dorsett, of Camrose, on June 4.

Eva Dykeman, of Tofield, on June 4, at 95 years of age.

Gordon “Gord” William Pennycook, of Daysland, on June 4, at 76 years of age.

Margot Catherine Winnifred Norma Fontaine of Camrose, on June 6, at 92 years of age.

Jean Elizabeth (nee Wegner) Attlebery, of Holden, on June 7, at 84 years of age.

Delivery Truc k Driver

We’ve ex panded our delivery fleet. We need an experienced delivery driver Capable of heavy lift ing and excellence in customer service is a must. If you have at least 3 year s’ commercial driving histor y and a clean driver abstract, you may be right for us and us for you.

Apply with resumé and references to Jill…

6809-48 Avenue, Camrose Phone 780-672-8818

Fax 780-672-8809

Email jill@hhbccamrose.ca

Notice is hereby given of an Order Nisi for Sale by Real Estate Listing granted in relation to foreclosure/ land sale proceedings commenced by Royal Bank of Canada in Cour t of King’s Bench for Saskatchewan action number QBG – PA – 00255 – 2021, Judicial Centre of Prince Albert.

A copy of the Cour t issued Order Nisi for Sale by Real Estate Listing may be obtained from legal counsel for Royal Bank of Canada, Duchin, Bayda & Krocz ynski, Barristers and Solicitors, 2515 Victoria Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan, 306- 359-3131.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of ANNE JULIA LINDGREN, also known as ANNE LINDGREN, who died on September 7, 2022.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by Friday, July 14, 2023, with WAYNE THRONDSON, K.C., at Fielding & Company LLP, Suite 100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S3.

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of the late JOHN HENRY FAST, of Meeting Creek , Alber ta, who died on Februar y 16, 2022.

If you have a claim against t his estate, you must f ile your claim by July 13, 2023, and provide details of your claim with CURTIS REMPEL, Student-at-Law of Farnham West Stolee Kambeit z LLP, Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7.

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

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JUNIOR MARKETING STRATEGIST

WE AR E GROWING OUR MARKE TING TE AM

* Full time permanent position, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

* Full bene fits after three months

* You will be trained and positioned to professionally represent all products and services provided by the Camrose Booster, including: our popular print publications, The Camrose Booster, The Countr y Booster, and the Super Booster, plus the Camrose Now! app, Website Design, Flyer Printing and Delivery, Commercial Printing, and Promotional (Logo) Products .

THE INDIVIDUAL WE ARE SEEKING

Post-secondar y education in any or all of marketing, sales, multimedia, would be an asset but not a necessit y, we are happy to train. An ambitious, outgoing individual must have great communication skills and be confident and willing to work with some of the best and most progressive businesses in Camrose. Potential candidates must have a valid Driver ’s License and a reliable vehicle to accomplish ou tside sales function s.

COMPENSATION

* Guaranteed base as you learn

* Base plus commission once you are established and exceeding your base plan

* A car allowance will be provided

HOW TO APPLY

Please forward your resumé, with an appropriate cover letter (including your earning expectations) to mc foul@cable -lynx.net or deliver your pack age in person to :

Alber ta T4V 1L7

4925-48 Street , Camrose,

THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO GROW!

To: Norman George Borus

Now Hiring: ReStore Mana ger

Are you look ing for a job that ma kes a difference? Habitat for Humanity Camrose ReStore is cu rrently seek ing a ReStore Manager on a full-time basis (40 hours/week).

ReStore is a retail store op en to the public, offering high quality new and gently used building materials, appliances, and home furnishings. All inventor y has been generously donated by individuals, local businesses, and corporat e pa rtners Proceeds from ReStore sa les bu ild homes for ha rdwork ing fa milies in Camrose.

Qualif ications

• Do you li ke work ing with people, including the general public, and love to sell?

• Do you have at least 5 years of management and/or senior-level sa les and ma rketing experience in retail or a related field?

• Do you have post-seconda ry education in business, ma rketing and communications, or a related field?

• Do you have the sk ills required to network with local busi nesses, corporat e suppor ters, building cont ractors, and local individuals with the goal of increasing donations and sa les?

• Do you have the management sk ills required to lead an effective team of st aff and volunteers?

• Do you have sk ills in ma rketing diverse products in pr int and on line, including social media (Facebook and Twitter)?

• Do you have knowledge of home building materials, furniture, appliances, and other home products?

Requirements

• Valid dr iver’s licence

• Police Information Check

• Available to work full-time from Tuesday-Saturday

• This position requires lifti ng up to 50 pounds

• This position requires the ability to dr ive a cube van and operate light mach iner y such as a sk id steer and fork lift (t raining ca n be provided)

ReStore offers a competitive sa la ry and benefits plan Sala ry is negotiable ba sed on qua lif ications and experience

If you want a job that ma kes a difference and the ReStore Manager position sounds like a great fit for you, subm it a resumé that includes a cover letter explaining why you are the best candidate.

Apply in person at ReStore (5007- 46 St reet, Camrose, AB) or by email to executivedirector@habitatcam rose.com

Application deadline is June 23, 2023. We than k all applicants for thei r interest, but are on ly able to contact individuals selected for an interview.

LICENSED JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC

Job Description: The successful candidate will be dedicated, committed, be able to work under minimal super vision, be a team player and take pride in their work . Candidate must be punctual.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Oil changes and general ser vices

* Tire mounting and balancing

* Driveline and brake repairs

* Engine diagnosis and repairs

* Full par ts replacements on all makes and models

* Vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs

* Must be able to lif t over 50 lbs

* Abilit y to operate forklif ts, loaders and telehandlers an asset

Job Type: Full -time

Salar y: $30 to $40 per hour

Bene ts: Extended health care

Schedule: Day shif t, Monday to Friday

4213-37 Street , Camrose, AB T4V 4S2 587-386-AUTO (2886)

Energy Business Analyst – Full Time

At Batt le River Power Coop we invest in ou r greatest resource – ou r members. As one of Albe rta’s largest Cooperatives as electricit y dist ribution providers, we are positioned for grow th Each day, Batt le River Power Coop employees strive to exceed members’ expectat ions while maintaining a focus on ou r commit ment to safety

Why J oi n O u r Tea m?

At B at tl e R ive r Powe r C oop, o u r e mploye e’s m at ter. We wor k i n a m embe r focused a n d tea m oriente d e nv ironmen t w here t h e s afet y of o u r e mploye e s a n d c ommunities i s p aramount , ou r m embers ’ n eed s a re a to p p riorit y, a n d t h e reliabilit y of t hei r e lectricit y ser vic e i s c ritical. B y joinin g t h e B at tl e R ive r Powe r C oo p f amily, yo u w il l become a p ar t of a c ollaborative a nd communicativ e cultu re, o n e t ha t i s respect fu l of o u r h is to ry, w hil e focused o n t h e f uture a nd th e o ppor tunities i t b rings . At B at tl e R ive r Powe r C oop, we p ower r ura l c ommunities a nd empowe r o u r peopl e to d o t hei r bes t wor k.

Gene ral S umma ry :

o Familiarit y w it h e ithe r t h e N or t h A merican e nerg y power or n atura l g a s m ar kets , o r both

o Process , clean , a naly ze, a n d s ummarize l arg e d at aset s to i dentif y t re nds , d evelop innova tive p ricing a n d p ro gram s s tructu re s , e stimate b illin g i mpact s a n d cus tome r behavio r c hanges , a n d d evelop cos t a llocatio n f actors

o E xc eptional a ttention to d et ail.

o O ve rsee, s tructu re, a n d l ea d d at a a nalysis to i nfor m i nsight s a n d d ecision-maki ng

o Pre pare l oa d o r technolog y forecast s fo r variou s ser vice s p rovided.

o Pre pare a c ompariso n of u tilit y r ates bet ween a var iet y of u tilities fo r variou s t ype s of electrica l u se s.

o D evelop a n d evaluat e r ates , p ro grams , a n d policie s t ha t i mp rove e ciency, c os t re ductions , bene cia l e lectri c ation , revenu e s ta bili ty, e tc

o D evelop forec ast s u sin g t re n d o r regressio n a nalysis a s m igh t be n eeded.

o Provides n ancia l a nalysis s uppor t fo r variou s p roj ects , c alculating revenue re quirements , n e t p re sen t value, cus tome r b il l i mpact , e tc

o M aint ains , u pdates , a n d e nhance s d at abases t ha t a re c ritical to t h e e conomic a nalysis, n ancia l a nalysis, a n d other researc h n eede d fo r regulator y c omplianc e a n d c ompany busines s a n d e conomic d evelopment

o Provides exp er tise, s uppo rt , a n d n ancia l t raining fo r t h e c ompany d epar tments re quirin g t hese ser vice s.

o I denti e s , a naly zes , a n d c ommunicate s to m anagemen t t h e i mpac t o n t h e C ompany ’s n ancia l s tructu re, p ro t abilit y, a n d c ompetitive positio n u tilizing relevan t a naly tical method s a nd /o r d epar tment forecastin g m odel s.

o Per fo rm s n ancia l a nalyses a s requi re d by m anagemen t o r regulator y bodie s.

o M ake s recommendation s o n n ancin g d ecision s a n d exe cute s l on g a nd /o r s hor t ter m n ancings.

o P re pa re s Power Poin t p re sent ation s to b e p rovided to S enio r a n d E xe cu ti ve Management

o C onduct s p re liminar y a n d secondar y researc h o n e nerg y policies , s ubsidies , a nd marke t e conomic s g loball y.

o Track s policy d evelopment s a t p ublic u tilit y c ommission s a n d a gencie s i n regulated market s.

o U tilize s regulator y s ta ndards , p rocedures , a n d p rocesses , p roviding recommendations for proces s i mp rove ments , a s n ecessa ry

o Pe rform s other job-related d utie s a s a ssigned.

Quali c ations :

o B achelo r’s D egre e i n B usiness , Economics , Finance , M athematics , E ngineering o r re la ted e l d of s tudy

o A M aste r’s d egre e i n t h e a bove disciplines i s p refe rred

o A m inimu m of t wo (2) ye ar s of p rofe ssional exp erienc e i n m odellin g a n d s imulatio n t ha t i s relevan t to a dd re ssing e nerg y r ate set ting

o S tron g b usines s a cume n per ta inin g to t h e U tilit y i ndustr y.

o U nderst anding of e lectricit y m ar kets , n ancia l m odel s a n d t ari structu re s.

o S tron g a naly tical c apabilities . E xperienc e i n d at a a nalysis a n d m odeling a n d r ate desig n i n E nerg y M ar kets

o U nderst anding of n ot-for-p ro t s a n d t h e c ooperati ve m odel

o M ot ivated to c ontinuousl y i mp rove p rocesses a n d tools

o S tron g o ra l a n d w ri tte n c ommunication s ki ll s o n technica l s ubjects o S tron g a naly tical c apabilit y ; H ig h p ro ciency i n M ic ro sof t E xc e l a n d M ic ro sof t Power BI; a dditiona l p ro gramming s ki ll s l ike P yt ho n a n d l arge-dat a p rocessing i s a p lus.

o A p assio n fo r e nerg y i ndustr y a n d w illingnes s to l ear n a n d a dapt Hour s o f O peration : H our s of o peration a re 8 :0 0 a m to 4:30 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 c ompetitive s alar y, a tt ractive bene t s a n d a posit ive wor k e nv ironment . T h e s ta rt in g s alar y fo r t hi s positio n w il l be b ased upon t h e exp erienc e a n d q uali c ation s of t h e s u ccessfu l c andidate

Applications : Q uali e d a pplicant s a re e ncouraged to s ubmi t a c ove r l et ter a n d cur re nt re sum é v i a e mail o r to a dd re s s below by Friday, J un e 3 0, 2023 . a t 4:0 0 p m We appreciate and consider al l applications ; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacte d.

Please submi t you r resum é to:

EMPLOYMENT OP PORTUNIT Y Corporate Services Manager

Camros e Coun ty is currentl y a cceptin g applications for th e permanen t full -t im e positio n of Corporate Se rv ices Manage r. Re po rt in g to th e Chie f Ad ministrati ve Of fi ce r, th e Corporate Se rv ices Manage r di re ct s th e overal l coordination of th e Coun ty ’s public in fo rmatio n an d communit y re lation functions, includin g bein g a key liaison with Counci l an d th e CAO to deve lo p an d implemen t their communications ma te rial s internally an d ex te rnally This positio n is re sponsibl e for maintaining social medi a includin g th e Coun ty website, Facebook , an d Tw it te r.

To se e a full 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/w or k- in-cam ro se -count y/ empl oy ment-oppor tunities /

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@brpowe r.coop

NIGHT CLASSIC

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

A player from the Camrose U13 boys, top right, moves around a Bonnyville player during the Night Classic soccer tournament on June 3. Camrose won 6-2 in the contest. Right, the U17 Camrose Vikings control the ball against Vermilion and win 3-0.

BRCF awards grant to Schizophrenia

Submitted

The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta.

The grant supports the Schizophrenia Peer Support Program in Camrose and surrounding east central Alberta communities. The Program connects adults living with schizophrenia and offers safe places to share, relax, and make connections.

Adult Peer Support coordinator, Anthony Holler expressed gratitude for the funding. “I appreciate the Battle River Community Foundation’s generosity and support, past and present.”

Holler also explained that the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta offers many programs around the province for families and individuals including supportive housing and employment programs, education, caregiver support and more.

The grant is from the Foundation’s Community Funds, a group of named and endowed funds that permit the Foundation Board to select grant recipients from applications received annually. These Funds provide the most flexibility to meet changing community needs over time.

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

FATHER'S DAY EDITION

Top 10 things you'll never hear Dad say

1. "I'm lost."

2. "Take my car."

3. "Fine, I'll take you shopping."

4. "You might like to throw a par ty when we're gone."

5. "Don't bother studying for your test –you'll do ne!"

6. "I got you a credit card! Go craz y with it!"

7. "Never mind about your poor grades. As long as you're good behind the wheel."

8. "Don't worr y about getting a job. You can live with your mom and I as long as you want."

9. "We don't require any more discussion on this topic."

10. "Father's Day ? What's that ?"

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 Five-bedroom bungalow

By Lori Larsen

Curb appeal galore makes this home stand out from the rest. The wrap-around deck from the front to the side gives it that country home, comesit-on-the-porch charm.

Step inside and be impressed by the modern, clean finishes including greige-toned vinyl plank flooring, subtle light grey paint pallet and wide white trim.

The open floor plan is accentuated by nine-foot ceilings vaulting up to 11 feet in the dining area.

The living room has a classic whitetrimmed gas fireplace flanked by windows. Just adjacent to the living room is a den that can be used as your home office or quiet reading room.

The gorgeous kitchen, featuring crisp white cabinets and a grey accent island with beautiful granite countertops, stainless appliances, trendy backsplash, lighting and accessories and a corner pantry, will be your favourite spot in the home.

The large master bedroom can easily accommodate a king-sized bed and even a sitting area, and has a wonderful walk-in closet. The spa-like four-piece en suite is sure to help you unwind after a long day.

The main floor is complete with another bedroom, four-piece main bathroom and convenient laundry room.

The lower level boosts a large family room area, three more bedrooms and a three-piece bathroom. High ceilings and large windows make the area bright and cheery. All that is left for you is your choice of ceiling and flooring to go on top the cozy in-floor heating.

The oversized garage will easily accommodate your vehicles, and the wrap-around covered side to back deck will come in handy this barbecue season.

This stylish home, located at 350752A Street, Camrose and priced at $514,900, is everything you need in your beautiful new home. For a private viewing, contact Wally Wrubleski at:

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

Why do dads ask for the weirdest things for Father's Day ? No, Dad, I'm not going to get you a yard of gravel for your driveway

Why are there Poptar ts but no Momtar ts?

Because of the pastr yarchy

Why do dads have to sneeze so loud? What are they actually going to gain from it ? And why do they write ever ything in all caps? What are they tr ying to prove?

Dad Law requires a dad to say one of the following when he's ready to leave:

• "Ready to skeedaddle?"

• "Let's rock and roll!"

• "Time to hit the road."

• "Saddle up, par tners."

• "Let's hightail it outta here."

• "Let's get the heck outta dodge."

• And the best one of all:

"Let's blow this popsicle stand!"

What three words solves Dad's ever y problem? "Ask your mother."

Why we love Dad

• He naps in a busy room that everyone uses and then acts grumpy when there is a lot of noise.

• He gets up at 5:00 a.m. just to have more time to tell everyone that he got up at 5:00 a.m.

• He slams kitchen cabinets, loudly ri es through the pots and pans and then whisper-yells at the kids to be quiet because Mom's still sleeping

• He grunts when he sits down.

• He turns the radio o while looking for a parking spot

• He shakes his handful of peanuts or Smar ties before popping them in his mouth.

• He thinks he's 20 years younger than he really is.

• He is certain he can nd a quicker route than the GPS can. And don't dare suggest using a map!

• He answers the phone by saying "Yelllllow!"

• He asks why all the lights are on and then proceeds to go around and turn them all o

• He has to walk faster than the rest of the family while walking through an airpor t.

• He never wants to admit he's been sleeping He just says he was resting his eyes.

• He passes up a good parking spot because he's determined to nd an even better one

• He asks his coworkers if they're workin' hard or hardly workin'.

• He loves to comment on the price of gas as soon as he arrives in a di erent town.

• His primar y mission in life is to keep the family updated on the weather

Wally Wrubleski

Battle River Community Foundation board member Rob Hauser, left, presented a cheque to Anthony Holler, adult peer support coordinator, Schizophrenia Society of Alberta-Camrose Branch.