August 22, 2023 Camrose Booster

If you are 18 years of age or better, you can sip and snack your way through the history of the City and surrounding rural area at Camrose and District Centennial Museum on Thursday, August 24, from 6:30 to 10 p m

Taste Night at the Museum returns for 2023.

Experts will be on hand to provide education and sampling for a wide range of local brews, meads and spirits . An expanded number of drink vendors this year and several favourite local restauranteurs will showcase their unique and delicious delights

Ticket sales have been brisk, but there is still an opportunity to snap up remaining admission tickets at www.tastenightatthemuseum.com This fundraiser, hosted by Camrose Kinettes, is aimed at maintaining and enhancing our community’s area-focused museum

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Photo by Ron Pilger

Getting an early sneak preview and taste of one of the refreshment offerings that will be available from brewing companies on Taste Night are Holly McLennan, Stephanie Hvenegaard, Daniel Van Kesteren, Jayda Calon, Cathy Pacholek and Chris Shuman.

Royal LePage Feature Home Great family home

By Murray Green

Looking for a fantastic renovated bungalow? Look no further! This four bedroom/three bathroom home is what you have been searching for.

It features laminate and ceramic tile flooring with a bright and cheerful open floor plan. This kitchen offers plenty of cupboard space with marble countertops and stone back splash and moveable island makes this family/friends entertaining fun in your dining area.

You have plenty of room and step out to your covered light up deck/or in the summer enjoy relaxing in the uncovered area. There is a hook up for your vehicles in the back to plug in extra RV’s/toys.

This home features a weeping tile system to water the trees in the back yard. It has gas line hook up for your barbecue for those evening parties and steaks you plan on cooking.

Turn on your automatic, five zone sprinkler system and watch the grass grow. Great storage is located under your deck.

Inside, find on the main floor, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and laundry space. In the basement is a huge family

room and two other cozy bedrooms with built-in wardrobe closets. Cell phone stations, office area, a relaxing guest bathroom and even more storage area completes the space.

The built-in surround sound in the basement is on two walls so you can have your TV on either wall or simply dance your night away. You will enjoy the instantaneous hot water system and vented wood burning high efficiency fire place to save money on heating bills. Dad will savour the heated double garage.

It is located at 6217-48B Avenue, Camrose with MLS #A2068303 number. It is priced to sell at $398,600.

Vassberg, REALTOR ®

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There is something about open air markets, the sites, sounds and smells of vendors offering a variety of goods, not to mention the opportunity to get out and visit with other market goers.

On September 4, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., everyone is welcome to come out to the Armena Community Market located at the Armena Recreation Grounds and enjoy a selection of items to chose from including: seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh locally grown produce handmade

products, fresh locally grown produce and baked goods.

While adults wander around checking out the market goods, the children can enjoy some fun activities including face painting.

When you need a break from shopping, enjoy a piece of homemade pie while you sit and listen to music.

If you are interested in being a community vendor or would like to donate pies for the event, contact Donna Lange at 780-679-4768.

Precious moments

Labour Day weekend, opening night of Symphony Under the Sky in Hawrelak Park, Edmonton–my favourite music event of the year. Several evenings of beautiful music, outdoors in the park. Friendly happy people, informal atmosphere. About half the people are under the amphitheatre in reserve seats. The rest are in lawn chairs or blankets on the grass. An anticipatory feeling. Some people have been coming to this series since it began more than twenty-five years ago. People are greeting others they only see once a year at this event. They don’t know each other’s names but feel like old friends.

On opening night of the series, the concert begins with O Canada. I love the orchestra’s arrangement–written by Edmonton composer Allan Gilliland at the request of Lieutenant Governor Lois Hole, who thought Alberta needed a version of O Canada with more pizzazz.

Two thousand people are standing, singing O Canada. I’m getting goose bumps.

And right on cue–as has happened every year in my memory–a dozen Canada geese fly by in stately slow motion.

Goose bumps indeed!

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Phone call with a favourite person. We’re talking about a serious matter. In the middle of a sentence, he interrupts himself. “I just have to stop for a minute. Out the window I can see a woodpecker. Don’t see them very often.”

I feel myself smiling. Our serious matter will be handled. At this moment, seeing a woodpecker is more important. ***

I have a little brown teapot, the kind everybody had when I was a kid. The lid is cracked, but I glued it back together.

My toddler grandson sees the teapot, looks at its cracked lid and says, “Oooh, owie.” This tickles my grandmother heart.

My grandson is now an adult. I still have the teapot with the cracked lid because every time I see it, it reminds me of that adorable moment.

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One of my favourite people lived in a cabin on a cliffside, overlooking the ocean. When you stood on her front deck and looked straight down, you were looking at the Pacific Ocean.

Not far from her balcony was a tiny island where eagles nested. Whenever I visited her, at any moment when an eagle flew by, whoever first noticed the eagle would say, “Eagle, eagle, eagle!”

Everything would stop.

We’d all stop and watch the eagle and be awed by its strength and power; its grace and beauty; its fierceness. And the day would be uplifted.

From her I learned the art of noticing the small moment of perfection.

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We know to celebrate the big things–the graduations, weddings, anniversaries; mastering a tough challenge; winning the trophy.

Most days (at least in my life) don’t have big things to celebrate. But if we’re paying attention, every day has moments of perfection.

From my friend I learned that life is richer when we stop to notice and celebrate the tiny precious moments. Someone’s act of kindness. Something that makes you laugh. Finishing a mundane task. Sunset or rainbow.

Seconds of precious moments can add up to minutes. A minute of savouring can change an hour. That hour can uplift a whole day.

When we start to watch for them, we notice even more things to celebrate. That shifts our perspective. And a change in perspective shifts everything.

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One more thing. I am now ready to let go of the teapot with the cracked lid because I’ve learned something else: I hold that precious moment in my heart, so I don’t need the teapot!

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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 two business days.

Health distress

I view with distress our health care system. Why are we not using nurse practitioners as the first line of defence in the health care system? Could they not play a greater role in the system by manning walk-in clinics, instead of people spending hours in emergency. I don’t understand why when we are given a family doctor, we can no longer access the nurse practitioners who would play a great supporting role in our recuperation.

Jeannette McDonald, Camrose

Our finances

In regard to MLA

Jackie Lovely’s article on Alberta’s finances, to state that the 2022-23 budget surplus was due to the UCP’s fiscal management skills is not the case. The surplus was the result of high oil prices caused by the escalation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

As for the UCP government funded investments in Alberta, these have proven to be white elephants and will never pay out. The list of PC and UCP investments that have been a waste of money is too long to list.

I list two–the magnesium plant at Aldersyde, which never operated, and the Redwater upgrader, which will never see a re-

turn on the investment.

How is that Alberta debt service costs exceed Alberta Heritage fund income? With all the wealth that has been generated the Heritage Trust income should exceed debt servicing costs. That was the Peter Lougheed model. And finally, one only must compare the UCP’s 2023-24 budget estimate for WTI Oil with the current WTI price for oil. Looks like the world will need another war for the UCP to balance the budget.

T.W. Leithead, Bawlf

LITTLE GOLFERS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Peyton Paulson (5, above) and Brynn Hough (7), right, of Camrose work on the skills they learned at the Junior Golfers Summer Program from former pro Bill Penny at the Whistle Stop Golf Course on July 25. The program had young golfers between five and nine years old.

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• All systems are go for a new assisted living facility in Daysland. The new facility is designed to provide an increasing level of assistance to residents of any age, whose needs may increase as they get older or as existing physical disabilities worsen. Martha Waldorf, Secretary of the Daysland and District Aging in Place Foundation that will own and operate the $2.7 to $2.8 million development, reports that 38% of the 41 units have already been sold.

• Jennifer Krejci and Adam Forre of Bawlf, Morwenna Hodgetts of Camrose, Randy Butler and Lori Krause of New Norway and Steven Harmider of Ohaton were among 80 4-H’ers who gathered on the Olds College Campus for the Alberta Treasury Branches Provincial Judging Competition. Members of 4-H groups across Alberta qualified for the competition by judging livestock at regional levels. Morwenna was named Top Beef Judge and second best judge overall as a result of her performance, she was chosen to represent Alberta, along with two others at the Denver Western 4-H Round Up in January

• Lindsay Sharkey, of the Camrose 4-H Light Horse Club, attended the Tees Long Ears Day show where she and Chester won the Reserve Grand Champion Fun Mule Award.

• Ray Heck, of Ray’s New Holland Farm Equipment in Camrose, won a Trip for Two to Europe. Mr. Heck and his wife, Audrey, left from Edmonton flying to Seattle, where they joined a charter flight of other New Holland dealers for a polar flight to London. After five days in London, the tour took them to Belgium for two days to visit the New Holland combine plant.

• Sid Brown and Walter Manchakowsky representing the Camrose Fair Parade Committee, presented a plaque to Constable Russ Sukut, who received it on behalf of the RCMP Red Deer Subdivision, of which the local detachment is a part. The plaque was a symbol of a special award which parade judges created when they felt that the RCMP float merited recognition but did not fall into any of the classes that exist. The judges were Howie Doan of CFCW, Chuck MacLean of the Camrose Canadian and Bill Fowler of the Camrose Booster

• Robert W. (Bob) Watson, retiring postmaster, was honoured at a dinner and dance at the Masonic Hall. Mr. Watson began his 35 years of service at the Camrose Post Office in May of 1938. Percy East, former postmaster at Camrose, was master of ceremonies. He introduced a number of people who paid tribute to the guest of honour, including Theo Bailey, who was postmaster when Mr. Watson was hired; Ted Miller and Bob Burgess, both long-time postal employees.

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Sea Serpents rack up the medals in 2023

By Lori Larsen Summer meets

The Camrose Sea Serpents have had another successful summer competing in various meets throughout the province and bringing home the hardware.

The following is a total of the medals earned during nine meets from May 27 until July 29.

May 27:

10 and under: Brady McNabb, silver; 12 and under: Destiny Castagna, bronze and Hedda Rookmaker, gold.

June 3:

12 and under: Destiny Castagna, gold; 14 and under: Serkan Isik, silver; 17 and under: Akari Okada, bronze.

June 10:

12 and under: Destiny Castagna, silver and Hedda Rookmaker, gold.

June 17:

12 and under: Destiny Castagna, silver and Hedda Rookmaker, gold; 17 and under: Okari Okada, bronze; 18 and over: Grayce Flemming, silver, Makenna Marcinkowski, gold and William Allaway-Brager, gold.

June 14: 10 and under: Brady McNabb, silver; 12 and under: Destiny Castagna, silver and Hedda Rookmaker, gold; 14 and under: Julia Castagna, bronze; 17 and under: Akari Okada, silver.

July 8: 12 and under: Hedda Rookmaker, silver and Destiny Castagna, gold; 14 and under: Serkan Isik, bronze; 17 and under: Akari Okada, gold.

July 15: 12 and under: Hedda Rookmaker, gold; 18 and over: Makenna Marcinkowski, silver.

July 22: 12 and under: Hedda Rookmaker, silver; 14 and

under: Julia Castagna, bronze, Jacob McCarrol, bronze, Ben Agrey, silver and Jake Wolsey, gold; 17 and under: Akari Okada, gold.

July 29: 17 and under: Kayla Vogel, silver and Akari Okada, gold 18 and over: Makenna Marcinkowski, bronze and William Allaway-Brager, gold.

Throughout the season, the Camrose Sea Serpents garnered 14 gold, 13 silver and eight bronze, totalling 35 medals.

Regional results

Following a busy summer of swimming the Camrose Sea Serpents Summer Swim Club made a big splash at the Regional

Championships held August 11 to 13 in Sherwood Park, with 31 swimmers bringing home a total of 71 medals .

The following are the medal standings for individual swimmers:

• William AllawayBrager, one gold, silver and bronze;

• Sophia Beach, one bronze;

• Avey Bergstrom, one silver, one bronze;

• Logan Bergstrom, one gold, three bronzes;

• Sarah Booth, three silvers;

• Destiny Castagna, five golds, one silver;

• Julia Castagna, two silvers;

• Aurora Dewald, one

gold, one bronze;

• Grayce Flemming, one gold, two silvers, three bronzes;

• Serkan Isik, one gold, two silvers, one bronze;

• Makenna Marcinkowski, one gold, silver and bronze;

• Brook McCarroll, one bronze;

• Brady McNabb, one bronze, two silvers;

• Akari Okada, three golds, three silvers;

• Hedda Rookmaker, four golds, two silvers,

• Sage Verbaas, one gold, one silver, two bronze;

• Ben Vogel, one bronze;

• Kayla Vogel, four silver, two bronze;

• Benjamin Wolsey, two bronze

• Isaac Wolsey, two bronze;

• Jacob Wolsey, two silver, one bronze;

• Olivia Zilinski, one silver.

All total, the team walked away with 19 gold, 28 silver and 24 bronze medals and 25 of the 31 swimmers qualified to move on to provincials held August 18 to 20 in Edmonton.

“The coaching team takes immense pride in the performance of every swimmer and is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to further enhance these achievements during the provincials,” said head coach Jana Gau.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

The Camrose Sea Serpents Summer Swim Club had another successful season of swimming and medal count with a total of 35 medals throughout the regular season and a total of 71 medals for regionals. Of the 31 swimmers 25 qualified to compete at provincials on August 18 to 20.

Augustana Conservatory of Music Secure

Music Lessons

For all ages we offer a variety of private lessons: brass, piano, clarinet, saxophone, flute, recorder, violin, guitar,voice.

Music Together

Infants, toddlers and preschoolers exploring music in family style classes with their parents or caregivers through songs, instruments, rhythm chants and movement activities. Ages: 0-4.

Music With Children

An early childhood music program for 4-8 year olds in which they discover music in a natural way through games, songs, rhymes, movement, and rhythm instruments.

Keyboard Explorers

For children 6-10 years of age who have completed the Music with Children program and wish to continue their musical training through piano instruction.

Contact: Charlene Brown, Conservatory Administrator charlene.brown@ualberta.ca | 780.679.1673

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Vision Care

The link between vision and learning is clear Ensure vision problems do not impair your child’s ability to learn by arranging a comprehensi ve, professional eye exam.

Did you know that one in ever y four children struggles wit h reading and learning due to an undiagnosed vision problem? Earl y detect ion and treatment of vision problems is key to your child’s success in t he classroom.

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General Meeting and Sign Up

Tuesday, September 5th 7:00 pm, at Stoney Creek Centre (5320 - 39 Avenue)

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Buffaloes to launch new season

By Murray Green

The Camrose Buffaloes

bantam team is kicking off the 2023 football season with games in Spruce Grove on August 26.

They will play Spruce Grove Cougars, Edmonton Mustangs and the Edmonton Wolverines in an exhibition series. The bantam squad plays in the 12A side Mills Division in the Capital District Minor Football

Association.

The peewee squad will take on the Sherwood Park Rams, Millwoods Grizzlies and Sherwood Park Northstars on August 27 in Spruce Grove. They play in the peewee nine-side division in the Capital District. Camrose will have two teams at the atom level, Navy and Red. They play in the six/side division in the Capital District.

New Year, New Beginnings

Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year!

There are 19 BRSD public schools in 13 different east central Alberta communities, throughout the Counties of Beaver, Camrose, Flagstaff and the City of Camrose, along with schools on 10 Hutterite Colonies and alternative schools in Camrose and Tofield. We welcome you! Battle River School Division has a full range of schools, choices and opportunities to help ensure your family’s Kindergarten to Grade 12 learning needs are met. With a focus on quality teaching and optimal learning, and a full roster of supports that can be accessed as needed, we strive for Every Student, Every Day, A Success

Please register online. Registration forms for all programs, Pre-K to 12, are available on our website (brsd.ab.ca).

Superintendent of Schools:

Rhae-Ann Holoien

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources:

Natasha Wilm

Assistant Superintendent, Education Services:

Stephen Hoyland

Secretary-Treasurer:

Imogene Walsh

Director of Facilities:

Kelly Kushnerik

Director of Finance:

Cheryl Kropinske

Directors of Human Resources:

Steve Snell

Laura Swanson

Directors of Learning:

Kristy Smith

Patrick Whittleton

The BRSD Board of Trustees:

Beaver County: Lyle Albrecht

Camrose County: Karen Belich

Directors of Inclusion: Lee-Ann Ashby-Girard

Jerrit Brandt

Director of Support Services: Brenda Herder

Director of Technology: Ken Robitaille

Director of Transportation: Kristi Edwards

Flagstaff County: Dwight Dibben City of Camrose: Doug Algar (Vice Chair) Patrick McFeely (Board Chair)

Schools Within Battle River School Division

Pre-K to 4

Introducing…

Battle River School Division’s new Superintendent of Schools, Rhae-Ann Holoien. Mrs. Holoien is brand new to the Division, and very excited about collaborating with parents and staff to ensure students have every opportunity to succeed. She looks forward to connecting with BRSD communities this year.

Student Transportation

The government of Alberta is expanding the eligibility for student transportation. We have nearly 900 more students riding the bus in BRSD this year! Thanks for your patience with us as we adapt to this new level of service.

If you were a student in Beaver County, Camrose County or Flagstaff County last year and your information (such as land location and school) remains the same, we’ve got you covered. If you are new, or if you’ve changed schools or land locations, please go to our website brsd.ab.ca/families/transportation to register for busing for the coming year..

In the City of Camrose, BRSD and EIk Island Catholic Schools students are required to register every year for bus service. All the forms and information you need are posted on the BRSD website: brsd.ab.ca/families/transportation

Due to the high number of new bus riders, there are changes to start times at some City of Camrose schools. Please check with your school to learn their new morning and afternoon bell times for the 2023-2024 school year.

School Calendar for 2023-2024

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Assistant Principal: Corina Doyle

Camrose Composite High Principal: Shane Gau 9 to 12 Assistant Principal: Sandra Wills Assistant Principal: Chad Kendall Assistant Principal: Paula Neuman

Central High Principal: Richard Cowan 1 to 12

Sedgewick Public Assistant Principal: Madison Nickel

Charlie Killam Principal: Andrea Gutmann 6 to 8

(Camrose) Assistant Principal: Donna Elaschuk Assistant Principal: William Klassen Assistant Principal: Sabrina Heydorn

Chester Ronning Principal: Reid Lansing K to 5

(Camrose) Assistant Principal: Nathan Pederson

Colony Schools Principal: Margaret Carlson K to 9

Daysland Principal: Wes Wilson K to 12

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Thomas

Forestburg Principal: Krysta Rathwell K to 12

Assistant Principal: Coleman Miller

Hay Lakes Principal: Lloyd Mackenzie K to 12

Assistant Principal: Karla Koleba

Jack Stuart (Camrose) Principal: Todd Sieben Pre-K to 5

Assistant Principal: Erica Easton

Killam Public Principal: Keely Nelson K to 9

Assistant Principal: Janna Friedrich

New Norway Principal: Kelly Arial K to 12

Assistant Principal: Steve Searle

Round Hill Principal: Brian Horbay K to 9

Ryley Principal: Maria Schaade K to 9

Assistant Principal: Chelsea Niederlag

Sifton (Camrose) Principal: Chad Ramsay Pre-K to 5

Assistant Principal: Carroll Glidden

Sparling (Camrose) Principal: Jonathan Skinner Pre-K to 5

Assistant Principal: Denise Read

Tofield Principal: Zenovia Lazaruik 5 to 12

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Erick

Assistant Principal: Mark Chanasyk

Viking Principal (Acting): Tracy Doerksen K to 12

Assistant Principal (Acting): Tony Rice

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The BRSD Leadership Team for 2023-2024:

Music, measurable benefits

By Lori Larsen

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Music, often referred to as the universal language existing in every society, with or without words, has been proven to have immeasurable benefits.

Music can have physiological, psychological and sociological benefits including improving heart health, helping to manage and ease pain, lowering blood pressure, improving sleep, stimulating mental awareness and memory, elevating mood, reducing stress and anxiety, relieving symptoms of depressions and creating space for social interaction.

For those reasons and many more enrolling children and teens in musical activities early on in life is very important for their overall growth.

“As summer winds up, there are so many reasons to consider music as an activity for your child or teen this coming school season,” suggested Camrose and Area Children’s Choirs director Joy-Anne Murphy.

“Whether through individual lessons or in a choir or band, there are so many benefits of learning and practicing music beginning at a young age, and carrying on through life.”

Murphy explained that private music lessons, oneon-one instruction, can open a whole new world of independence and accomplishment for a young person who is dedicated and mature enough to put practicing into their daily schedule.

According to the Sing Up Foundation website, Why Singing article ( https://www.singupfoundation.org/singing-health ) skills are built that include physical capacity, emotional resilience and confidence.

“As well as what is sometimes referred to as ‘being in the zone’, also known as ‘flow’,” added Murphy. “This is where the learner’s focus is so attuned to the process that they lose track of time, being wholly engaged in the making of beautiful or challenging music, (National Library of Medicine/National Center for Biotechnology Information www.ncbi.nlm. nih.gov/pmc/articles/ PMC4485232/).

“Public performance can be part of this journey, depending on the goals of the learner.”

Murphy said that research also indicates that music lessons have been shown to improve coordination (both fine motor and gross motor skills) and patience, as well as expanding math, language, and spatial awareness and skills.

“While much can be said for the benefits of ongoing engagement and discipline of individual learn-

ing, the journey toward mastery is something that is often overlooked in our society, where so many things call for our attention daily or hourly.”

In referring to the saying “Work beats talent, unless talent works”, Murphy further explained. “Our culture understands talent that is often flashy and that can grab attention at the beginning, but steady commitment can bring amazing and often unforeseen rewards.

“Anyone can attain some level of competence and fulfillment. Every culture in the world has music as a central part of its expression, but many are much less performanceoriented than we are in Canada,” remarked Murphy. “Imagine being part of a culture where everyone is assumed to be able to sing (and dance and create and respond to rhythms) with no pressure to be “good enough”, just an open invitation to participate and contribute.”

connection and even reducing performance anxiety for some participants. “When an entire ensemble finds those moments of “flow”, whether in rehearsal or performance, it’s magical and inspiring for both performers and audiences.”

According to Kodály Philosophy, singing has been touted as the cornerstone of all musical learning–it is a part of each of us, free and accessible to everyone.

“Through song, children expand their aural (listening) and oral (speaking) abilities–essential to language learning. They can explore meaning, nuance, pronunciation, and cultural differences while perhaps sampling both familiar and unfamiliar languages.”

Murphy shared that singing also puts elements of pulsation and rhythm inside the learner’s body, giving an immediate and tan-

Music also plays a vital role in socialization. The concept of esprit de corps is prevalent in the world of ensemble work.

“Another whole side of music making can be opened up through participating in a group such as choir or band,” noted Murphy. “By working together with others to create one collective instrument, ensemble music-making expands the range of possibilities for learning and music creation, as well as social interactions. It can enlarge one’s worldview, both because the group might learn styles of music not familiar from private lessons, and because we need to learn together with people whose learning styles and pace may be different than our own.”

Murphy said that working in a group has the added benefits of providing motivation for rehearsal, as well as cementing social

gible experience of these musical building blocks.

There are so many options available for children to begin or continue their experience with music, including the Camrose and Area Children’s Choirs.

Rehearsals are Tuesdays from September to April/early May, with the first rehearsal scheduled for Tuesday, September 12 at Camrose United Church, and are open to the public.

Those interested in learning more about the Camrose and Area Children’s Choirs can visit the information booth during the Community Registration Night to be held on Thursday, September 7, from 6 until 8:30 p.m. at the Camrose Field House 4516-54 Street.

For more information, email sing@camrosesings. ca or contact by phone at 780-672-3372.

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The Camrose and Area Children’s Choirs perform at a variety of community events throughout the year and city, including this Remembrance Day performance.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Last year’s Community Registration event saw record crowds of people visiting the booths of various organizations and clubs and taking breaks to be entertained by local groups, including the Camrose and Area Children’s Choirs.

Community Registration

Registration and Start-Up for École Camrose Composite High School 2023/2024

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

• New student registrations. Students who are not yet registered are welcome to come and register on this day.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

• First day of classes for ALL students grades 9-12

9:00 a.m. – Grade 9 students will receive timetables and textbooks

11:00 a.m. – New student orientation (all grades 10-12) in the Trojan Zone

11:45 a.m. – Grade 9 Barbecue (run by Students’ Union)

12:15 p.m. – Barbecue for all High School students

12:40 p.m. – ALL other grades begin regular classes

Note: Buses will not run at noon for students to come to school. If students cannot find alternate transportation, they will need to arrive in the morning and remain in the library until afternoon classes begin. All buses will be operational before and after school.

Organ donations can save lives

By Murray Green

A single organ donor can save up to eight lives, and improve the lives of 75 others, who may receive tissue from a donor, according to Alberta Health Services.

Organ donation is when an organ (heart, lung, kidney) is removed from one person and transplanted into another person.

Tissue donation is when tissues in the body (skin, corneas, bone) are removed from one person and transplanted into another person.

Donations from a deceased donor usually occur when the donor dies suddenly, after a severe brain injury. This often happens because of a motor vehicle accident, bleeding in the brain, or a trauma such as a very bad fall.

In this case, organs can only be donated if there has been severe brain damage and the person is no longer alive, and the person has been maintained on a ventilator until the organs are removed.

Other times, an organ donor may be a living donor. This means that donating the organ will not harm the person. An example of this is when a brother gives one of his two kidneys to his sister or a mother gives part of her liver to her child.

Tissues do not require the same conditions as organs to survive, so tissue donation is possible after the heart and lungs have stopped working.

AUDITIONS!

Friday, September 8, Saturday, September 9, and Sunday, September 10 Camrose United Church, 4829-50 Street

REHEARSALS:

Wednesday evenings, Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons

To sign up for your audition and learn about the audition requirements go to: https://signup.com/go/XWBJvKJ

Additional information can be found on the Churchmice Players Facebook page and at churchmice.ca

(look for the Learn More button under the The Little Mermaid poster) Not interested in being on stage?

There are other ways to participate and be a part of the fun! Contact email: churchmiceplayer@gmail.com

Show Dates: February 8 to 17, 2024

www.mtishows.com

Tissues for donation must be removed within 12 to 24 hours after a person dies.

The donor doesn’t need to be maintained on a ventilator.

The criteria for organ and tissue donation can change and there may be certain reasons a person can’t donate. It’s often related to a person’s medical or social history, or illnesses. The organs and tissues have to be

Kids are welcome to attend three classes before committing/ paying for the year

We learn every Wednesday evening at the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre

Music and fun with a cultural twist acultural

• Great exercise

• All ages welcome!

• New and experienced dancers welcome

• No need to be Ukrainian or of Ukrainian heritage

• Have fun weekly!

Instructional Class Begins September 6!

For more information, contact: 780.405.5065 | info@camroseveselka.ca www camroseveselka.ca/ParentInfo.aspx

There are more than 4,500 Canadians waiting for a transplant that will save their lives. Even more people are waiting for tissue transplants that will improve their quality of life.

healthy and the donor must not have any diseases that could harm the recipient.

Organs that can be donated include: heart, lungs, liver, kidney, pancreas, pancreas islet cells, small bowel and stomach.

Tissues that can be donated include cornea, sclera (white of the eye), heart valves, skin, bones, tendons and amniotic tissue.

There are more than 700 Albertans on transplant wait lists.

You can donate a kidney, part of the liver, or part of a lung. To learn more, ask your family doctor to refer you to a specialist, or call the Living Donor Program for more information.

You can make a living donation of a kidney, part of a lung, or part of a liver to

someone you know at The University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton.

In 2022, 491 organ transplants were performed in Alberta, exceeding the previous record of 462 set in 2017. This overall record includes 107 liver transplants and 254 kidney transplants, both records. Alberta’s deceased donation rate of 21 donors per million population in 2022 was the highest ever in the province and among the highest in Canada.

Search “organ donation registry” at myhealth.alberta. ca to find out more.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARIN G

Proposed Bylaw 3275 -2 3

Pursuant to th e prov isions of th e Municipa l Gove rnment Ac t, Sectio n 60 6 of th e Revi sed St atutes of Al be rt a an d amendments thereto, PUBLIC NOTICE is he re by gi ve n that Council of th e Ci ty of Camrose gave fi rs t re ading to Bylaw 3275 -23 on August 14, 2023

The purpos e of Bylaw 3275 -23 is to amend La nd Us e Bylaw 3222-22 as follow s:

1. To re district a port ion of Lot 15, Block 23, Plan 5190HW & Lot 16 , Block 23 , Pl an 5190HW from DC – Di rect Cont ro l District to R2 – Mi xe d Use Reside ntia l District

Th e re districtin g is intended to return th e proper ties to their original zoning wh ich will accommodate lower densit y than th e curren t zoning of Direct Contro l.

A Public Hearing is schedule d to be held as follows:

Date: Septembe r 11, 2023

Time: 5: 00 p. m.

Pl ace: Council Ch ambers , Ci ty Hall , 5204 -50 Avenue, Camrose

Any person (s) wh o have an inte re st is encouraged to register for th e Public Hearin g or by submit ting writ te n comments for consideratio n by City Council no late r than August 31, 2023 , at 4: 00 p. m. to: At te ntion: Malcolm Boyd , Ci ty of Camrose, 5204 -50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8.

Notice is he re by gi ve n that Council may thereafter withou t fu rt he r notice proceed with fi na l a pproval of Bylaw 3275 -23 at th e regular Council Meetin g on Septembe r 11, 2023 . For additional in formation, cont ac t th e Ci ty re presentati ve, Anna Glover, Pl anning an d Developmen t Technician, ISL Engineering an d La nd Se rv ices Ltd. at Te l. : 78 0- 438-9000, ex t. 3286 or vi a emai l to: aglove r@ islengineering.com

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HE ARING

Land Use Bylaw 3222-22

DEVE LOPM ENT PE RMIT #4988 – Va riance

Th e Ci ty of Camrose Deve lopmen t Au thorit y ha s received a Developmen t Pe rmit applicatio n to be considered for Va riance of a side yard setback locate d within th e R2 – Mi xe d Use District locate d at : Lo t 24 , Plan 1720 964; 5813 - 24 Avenue Close, Camrose, AB

Th e La nd Use Bylaw 3222-22 re quires a minimu m Flan ki ng Side Ya rd setback of 3.0m Th e variance re ques t of a 1. 5m setback woul d allow for a consis te nt design of futu re duplex deve lopmen t. Any person (s) re questing more in formation, or have comments of suppor t or objection, may cont ac t Pl anning an d Deve lopmen t, 5204 -50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S 8 Te l. 78 0.672.4428 , Fa x 78 0.672.6316 or Email: planning@cam rose.c a by August 28 , 2023 , at 4:30 p. m. Wr it te n submission s shal l includ e name, addres s an d re ason for suppor t or objection.

Kodiaks open training camp

By Murray Green

The Alberta Junior Hockey League

(AJHL) launches its 60th season on Friday, September 15.

Camrose opens main camp today

(August 22) to prepare for the exhibition season.

The pre-season opens on September 1 for the Kodiaks with two games in Spruce Grove. Camrose plays Sherwood Park and then Fort McMurray the next day. They take on the Spruce Grove

Saints on September 6 in Camrose beginning at 7 p.m. Sherwood Park Crusaders visit Camrose on September 9 for a 5 p.m. contest. Then the Kodiaks head for a return match on September 10.

Camrose opens the season against the Whitecourt Wolverines on September 15 on the road. The home season opener is on September 16 against the Olds Grizzlys at 6 p.m.

Kodiaks are at home on September

19 when the Brooks Bandits are in the city for a 7 p.m. contest. Bonnyville Pontiacs take on the Kodiaks in Camrose on September 22 at 7 p.m. After a game in Calgary on September 23, Camrose is back to the southern city for a September 28 contest against Grande Prairie at 2 p.m. and take on Fort McMurray on September 29 in the AJHL Showcase games at the Max Bell Centre.

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Employment Opportunit ies

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 2

FINANCIAL SERVICES , RECEPTION

Th e Ci ty of Camros e is seek in g a highly motivated, energetic an d re liable individual with a st ro ng aptitude in customer se rv ic e to join ou r Financial

Se rv ices depa rt ment in th e positio n of Administrati ve Suppor t 2 – Reception.

Re po rt in g to th e Manage r of Treasu ry Operations this positio n will be th e fi rs t line of cont ac t for customer s entering Ci ty Hall This is a pa rt-t im e positio n (0.6 0 FT E)

FU NCTIONS/DUTI ES (but no t limite d to):

• Prov ides reception, customer se rv ic e an d administrati ve assist ance

• Rece ives paym en t on behalf of th e Ci ty an d re la ted docu ment s from outsid e agencies

• Maintains fi le system of pos t- da ted cheq ue s an d processe s paym ents

• Re sponsibl e for handling la rge amount s of cash

• Ensure s that proper cont ro l an d securi ty measures are adhe re d to with re spec t to fund s bein g held

• Rece ipting a variet y of paym ents made in-perso n an d electronically

QUALIFICAT IONS :

• High School Diploma.

• A minimu m of two (2) year s of exemplar y customer se rv ic e supplemented with completion of an of fi ce /s ecre ta rial program, or equivalent

• Ba si c accounting kn ow ledge, skills an d training are considered an asse t.

• Prof icient in Windows and Microsof t Of fi ce Suite.

• Ex perience using Se re ni c Financial Soft wa re is desirable.

• Exceptiona l customer se rv ic e an d public relation skills to ef fe ctivel y maintain profes sional relationships an d communications with cowo rkers, internal customer s an d th e public

• St ro ng writ ten an d ve rbal communicatio n skills

• Ab ilit y to handle multiple ta sks.

• Ab ilit y to maintain a high leve l of conf identialit y.

HOUR S OF WO RK : This is a pa rt-t im e positio n (0.6 0 FT E) Hour s of work are ty picall y 10 :0 0 a.m. to 3:30 p. m. , Monday th ro ug h Fr iday

SA LA RY AN D BENE FI TS : Th e Ci ty of Camros e of fe rs competitive sala ry at tracti ve bene fi ts , an d a posit ive work enviro nment. Th e star ting sala ry for this positio n will be dependen t upon th e qualif ic ations an d ex perience of th e successfu l candidate.

A PPLICAT IONS : Individual s inte re sted in this positio n are invite d to submit a cove r le tter an d resumé to th e addres s below or in person by Septembe r 4, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. If applying by email, please ensu re job positio n is included in subjec t line We appreciate and consider all applications ; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacte d.

CONTAC T:

Ci ty of Camros e – At tent ion: Manage r of Treasu ry Operations

Mailing an d Of fi ce Address: 52 04 -50 Avenue , Camrose, AB T4V 0S 8

P: 78 0.672.4426 | F: 78 0.672. 24 69 | E: hr@cam ro se.c a | W: www.c am ro se.c a

CASUAL LIFEGUARDS/ INSTRUCTORS

WE ARE NOW RECRUITING LIFE GUARDS/INSTRUCTORS FOR CA SUAL POSITIONS FOR OUR AQUATIC FACILITY ! Are yo u a ce rt if ie d Li fe guard an d Instructor ? Pu t yo ur lifesaving an d life guarding skills to work with th e Ci ty of Camros e Maye r Aq uatic Centre.

FU NCTIONS:

• Prov id e instructio n an d supe rv isio n for aquatic activities

QUALIFICAT IONS :

• National Li fe guard ce rt if ic ation.

• In te rmediate Firs t Ai d (formerl y kn ow n as St anda rd Firs t Aid)

• Li fe saving Societ y Swim Instructor

• Ot he r aquatic ce rt if ic ations considered an asse t (Leadership Instructor ce rt if ic ations , Aq ua Fi tnes s Instructor).

• Dedicated an d re liable with a st ro ng commitment to teamwork

• St ro ng public relations an d communicatio n skills

HOUR S OF WO RK : Th e hour s of work for these casual positions va ry an d ca n includ e morning, dayt ime, evening, and/or weeken d shif ts Successfu l candidates will be required to teac h variou s swimming lessons that fall on evenings an d some weekends

HOUR LY WAGE : Th e hourly wage for these will be es ta blishe d base d on qualif ic ations an d ex perience of th e successfu l candidate.

A PPLICAT IONS : If yo u woul d li ke to join ou r te am at th e Maye r Aq uatic Centre, submit a cove r le tter an d resumé to th e addres s below. Po sition s will re main open unti l al l suit able candidates are foun d

CONTAC T:

Ci ty of Camros e – At tent ion: Manage r of Aquatics

Aq uatics Centre Lo cation: 56 00-4 4 Avenue , Camrose, AB

Mailing Ad dress: 52 04 -50 Avenue , Camrose, AB T4V 0S 8

P: 78 0.672. 99 09 | E: aquatic@camrose.ca | W: www.c am ro se.c a

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP).

The personal information recorded on the application form is being collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The information will be used for the purpose(s) of employee recruitment and administration and is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. If you require additional information concerning the collection and use of this personal information, please contact the FOIP Offi cer at 780-672-4426.

Marler Drive project phase 1 on schedule

By Lori Larsen City of

Camrose

coun-

cil heard an update on the Marler Drive Phase 1 project during the Committee of the Whole meeting held on August 14.

According to a report presented by City of Camrose municipal engineer Ryan Yuha, the Marler Drive Underground Replacements–Phase 1 and the Marler Drive Reconstructions (asphalt, sidewalk, curb and gutter from Parkview Drive to Mount Pleasant Drive are moving along smoothly with no substantial delays.

Yuha reported that while May and June’s warm, dry weather conditions were conducive to construction, several large and smaller rain events in July slowed progress significantly.

Thus far the completed work consists of the following:

• sanitary sewer main replacement from 43 Avenue to just east of Mount Pleasant Drive, including tie-ins at 43 Avenue, 42 Avenue, 57 Street, 59 Street, and 59 Street culde-sac representing approximately 90 per cent of the sanitary sewer main replacement;

• water main replacement from 43 Avenue to just east of Mount Pleasant Drive including tie-ins at 43 Avenue, 42 Avenue, 57 Street, 59 Street, and 59 Street cul-de-sac;

• hydrant installations and installation of new water valves along the same stretch of roadway, representing approximately 90 per cent of the water main replacement;

• storm sewer main replacement from Parkview Drive to the bend in the roadway between 57 Street and 59 Street;

• catchbasin installations at 43 Avenue, 42 Avenue, and 57 Street representing approximately 50 per cent of the storm sewer main replacement;

• sanitary, water, and storm services to 47 of the 50 properties to be serviced as of August 17;

• subgrade preparation and installation of the granular base course (GBC) from Parkview Drive to near the bend between 57 Street and 59 Street representing approximately 40 per cent of the total roadway

area;

• installation of the concrete separate sidewalk from Parkview Drive to west of 57 Street, on both sides of Marler Drive and

• installation of the concrete curb and gutter, concrete driveways and concrete lane aprons from Parkview Drive to the bend in the roadway. Work yet to be completed on Marler Drive Phase 1 includes the following:

• the remaining Sanitary, Water, and Storm services to all properties by August 22;

• storm sewer main replacement from the bend in the roadway to Mount Pleasant Drive by the end of August;

• sanitary, water, and

storm installation and connections including catchbasin installation at Mount Pleasant Drive and Marler Drive at the end of August;

• subgrade preparation and installation of the GBC on the remaining roadway beginning the end of August and complete by mid-September.

GBC can begin as soon as the storm main installation is complete;

• installation of the concrete separate walk from the bend in the roadway to the project limits at Mount Pleasant Drive by end of September;

• installation of the concrete curb and gutter, concrete driveways and concrete lane aprons from the bend in the roadway to the project limits at Mount Pleasant Drive by the middle of October;

• topsoil placement, sod placement, and other landscaping requirements by the end of October and

• first lift of Asphalt Paving from Parkview Drive to Mount Pleasant Drive by the end of October.

“The contractor is planning on paving asphalt from Parkview Drive to west of 57 Street the week of August 22nd and then that section of Marler Drive will be opened to local traffic.”

According to Yuha, work at the intersection of Marler Drive and Mount Pleasant Drive will occur on September 5, lasting an estimated 10 days. “That intersection is the trickiest part of the job. We will do water, sanitary and storm,

then rebuild it to gravel as soon as possible.”

Councillor Don Rosland inquired about the whether or not, with school soon coming back in, if the intersection at Marler Drive and Mount Pleasant Drive will be safe for children to cross.

Yuha responded that from September 5 to 15 (estimated), the intersection at Marler Drive and Mount Pleasant Drive will be completely closed and fenced off with barricades in place. “They (everyone) will have to cross further up on Mount Pleasant Drive on both sides and further up on Marler Drive.”

Further to his report, Yuha indicated that replacement of the underground utilities was originally scheduled to be complete by September 1. “The contractor is near that timeline, but with any further rain delay, however, this will likely push into the first full week of September.”

With regards to the condition of the underground utilities, most notably the 1350 mm diameter storm culvert, Yuha reported it was what was to be expected. “There are sections of the culvert where the bottom of the pipe shows significant corrosion and other sections that are in fair condition. The clay material below the storm main is, however, in better condition than anticipated which has saved some time and cost.”

Yuha reported that both the underground project and the surface project are projected to be completed within budget at this time.

City Council sets our priorities to present to minister

By Lori Larsen

City of Camrose council confirmed the City’s priorities related to roads and various funding programs to be forwarded to Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely to present during a meeting she will be attending with Transportation & Economic Corridors minister Devin Dreeshen.

In response to Lovely’s request, City of Camrose Administration prepared a summary of current or future projects identified by Administration as possible priorities to consider. The report was presented by City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd during the August 14 Committee of the Whole meeting.

The four priorities for consideration are as follows.

1. Top Road/Transportation Priorities.

The first road transportation priority is the Canadian Pacific (railway) Underpass–to expand the project scope to accommodate emergency vehicles. The current scope of this project is for pedestrians and smaller City of Camrose Parks maintenance vehicles only, with an estimated cost between $2.5 - $4 million, based on preliminary design.

The current funding for this project is $1.5 million. The City previously committed $500,000 toward this project and CP matched the allocation of $500,000.

According to the report presented by Boyd, the City and CP plan to apply for a Transport

Canada grant (Rail Safety Improvement Program) for up to $500,000 of additional funding.

The proposed revised scope for this project involves increasing the size of the underpass to allow emergency vehicles (ambulance and police) to pass, while restricting access to public vehicles. The report indicated that increasing the size to allow a fire truck access may also be possible, but would likely be more challenging due to the clearance requirements of those units.

The estimated cost of the revised scope is currently unknown but could add $1 to 2 million to the total project cost, increasing the cost from $3.5 to $6 million.

The purpose of the revised scope is to avoid the need of constructing a railway overpass on 68 Street, which Administration expects would cost significantly more (in the range of $10 to 15 million) and would require land acquisition for the increased road. There currently is no plan for an overpass structure in the City’s 10-year capital plan, although the City has been looking into options for such a structure in response to prior citizen requests.

The funding request for this project is $4.5 million. In his report Boyd noted that the CP underpass project could be eligible under the Local Municipal Initiative-Road/Transportation.

2. Strategic Transportation Infrastruc-

ture Program (STIP) priorities include the following:

The Community Airport branch of the STIP grant could be used for runway paving and lighting upgrades at community airports. The City recently used STIP funding for the paving of the Camrose Airport in 2022. The City noted that the existing lighting system at the airport is very old and will need to be replaced.

The report indicated that this project is currently identified as a capital project in 2025 for $500,000 based on a rough concept design from an aviation lighting consultant approximately 3-5 years ago and is likely at risk of inflationary impacts. No design work has been completed since that time.

Two other priorities identified by Administration under the STIP program included; the local road bridge program and the resource road program, which are only eligible for towns, villages and counties.

3. Alberta Municipal Water Wastewater Program (AMWWP)

This priority would entail revisiting additional funding for the current Waste Water Treatment Plant Project with a request of $10 million additional funding along with a request of a commitment that future regulatory requirements be linked to provincial funding support.

Continued on page 19

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Marler Drive Phase 1 project is reported to be on time and on budget.

ABRA Cadabra honours ABBA music at LPAC

By Murray Green The Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts

Centre has a great line-up of shows for this season.

Some of the shows mentioned are add-on shows not in the regular season line-up.

A concert Twilight Time will be shown to tribute the Platters and doo-wop music on September 2 at 7:30 p.m.

TEDxRFT with two entirely improvised TED talks from Rapid Fire Theatre will be in the Mayer Hall on September 8 at 7:30 p.m.

“We only have 96 seats in the cabaret, so we don’t have trouble selling this series. People who have seen this show say it is brilliant,” said Lougheed manager Nick Beach.

ABRA Cadabra is a tribute to the music of

ABBA that arrives here on September 9 at 7:30 p.m. Pavlo will be in Camrose for a show on September 22 at 7:30 p.m. This is a Mediterranean music theme.

“He has been touring his Greek guitar music show for more than two decades. He is an extraordinary musician, but is also super charming,” said Nick. Celebrate the sounds of Andrew Lloyd Webber on his 75th birthday in a show entitled Music of the Night, The Concert Tour on September 24 at 2 p.m. Including selections from the Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar and Sunset Blvd.

Corb Lund will be holding a Solo Acoustic Tour stop in Camrose on September 26 at 7:30 p.m.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

These cyclists head into Miquelon Lake Provincial Park during the Biking Like a Viking ride on July 23. Canadian Birkie and Beaver Hills Biosphere teamed up to host three non-timed bike rides, while experiencing the landscape of the UNESCO-designated

Donations for auction and monetar y contributions welcome

The stories behind art

By Lori Larsen

Behind every artist are the stories, often the influences that draw them to their canvas, whether that is painting, sculpting, photographing, carving or whatever medium they use to express themselves and the world around them.

It is the artist’s experiences that the viewer is fortunate enough to observe, in beautiful renditions, and Camrose certainly has its share of exceptional artists.

Local award winning illustrator artist Darcy Polny will be the feature artist at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre from September 8 to October 22.

Darcy’s first influence with the art world came to him at around the age of seven when he would sit and watch his uncle, a political cartoonist, illustrate for the Edmonton Journal

“He was basically the influence that made me think about art,” said Darcy. “It certainly wasn’t in my family. I was intrigued by what he did and he won a lot of awards. I believe he was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for journalism at age 21.”

From 1972 to 1976, Darcy attended Alberta College of Art and Design (now Alberta University of Arts), where he met his wife Lea (also an artist).

He enjoyed a career in advertising, then in 1994, alongside Lea, began Groundwater Communications, experiencing 25 years of success working side by side–Lea on design and layout and Darcy on illustration.

In 2008, the couple moved to Camrose, attracted by its beautiful valley and recall receiving an incredible welcome the day they were unpacking. “We sat down finally after a long day, and suddenly there were fireworks.” What they hadn’t realized, at that moment, was how late it actually was and that it was July 1. Nonetheless, it was a sign–Camrose was home.

Their company continued with great success in Camrose, and was responsible for the design and development of the City of Camrose logo, the wayfinding signage and the Downtown Camrose logo and tourism logo.

After 25 years, it was time for Darcy to retire and rediscover a passion for art on a much more personal level.

He began working with oils, then moved into acrylics, painting incredible works of realism of life on the farm.

“The acrylics are our children and the farm life that we had,” explained Darcy. “It was mostly their life and how I saw them on the farm and

Darcy Polny holds up his award-winning piece Fragile, at his home studio that is filled with not only his own incredible works of art, but other pieces by renowned artists, a wonderful vintage chair he restored, a framed photograph of his grandmother holding his mother as a baby on their venture to Canada, and happy, colourful works recently done by his adoring grandchildren. It is the perfect setting for a creative mind and happy heart.

how it brought joy to me when my grandfather would take me out there. I found a lot of joy out at the farm.”

Realizing the time it took to complete a piece of such fine detail, he moved on to pastels, enabling him to complete pieces much quicker and help him find looseness in his life. “I could get a feeling of fulfillment in a shorter period of time–something that happens within a couple days rather than an entire month of painting.”

Many of his pastel paintings depict scenes in and around Camrose and Alberta, filled with bright primary colours accented by negative spaces in an almost brushlike process.

His new passion for watercolours brings together all his years of experience as an artist, often featuring intricate glass and porcelain trinkets the couple have collected over the years in their worldly travels.

“It was almost like a rebirth each time I did something new,” said Darcy. “I went from oils to acrylics and then pastels, and I am currently working in watercolours.”

His works are both stunning and noteworthy, earning him several awards and accolades, including recently winning three awards in international competitions, competing against 844 entries from 26 countries, placing ninth in the top 15 artists with his Rainy Day Poppies piece.

Darcy also received special recognition for excellence in art for Reflections of Nature

The Nature of Glass

In an international competition, his piece entitled Fragile received first place in painting and other media and second place overall from 842 entries from around the world, 26 different countries, 36 states and the District of Columbia.

Not unlike many artists, Darcy prefers the observers of his art to make their own assumptions about what meaning a piece conjures up in their minds, however, with this particular piece, Fragile, he shared his thoughts on how the story built as he progressed through the work.

Using some of Lea’s scarves, Darcy propped them so they would appear as a waterfall flowing from the delicate trinkets, many with wildlife representation, reflecting the preciousness of our environment and natural world. The darker scarf to the right with a carefully placed salmon depicts the concern the impact of oil may have on the environment and the balance between the economical and environmental implications.

Beyond his prolific work on canvas, Darcy has also written and illustrated two children’s books, Stay Away from the Barn and Jellybean Jake, Full of Beans

“I love the kids,” said Darcy, speaking of times he has done readings at schools, not to mention the time he spends sharing his passion and talent with his own grandchildren.

Darcy will be showing 20 pieces at the Lougheed show, including 16 watercolours and four pastels.

He will be hosting a Greet and Meet on September 22 from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre, when he will be giving away 50 copies of his books, hoping to not only encourage children to read with a fun and delightfully illustrated book, but perhaps sparking a fire for the arts.

wrapped up in one enjoyable afternoon.

For more information on Darcy Polny or to view his work, visit darcyleopoldpolny.ca

Darcy’s grandchildren (photo from approximately three years ago) can’t wait to spend time with Darcy and Lea creating their own masterpieces. Focus, flow and fun all

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

City council sets out priorities to present to minister Dreeshen

nary capital cost estimates from the Raw Water & Treatment Study identified CRSWSC extension options is in the order of $200 million.

Council inquiries

be included as a separate priority, adding that Lovely indicated top three priorities and currently there are already four requests included in the report.

into each of the various items, one being roads and the other various funding pockets the ministry has access to.

either

Region Southwest Water Services Commission (CRSWSC) or Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission.

Boyd reported that the prelimi-

Councillor Agnes Hoveland asked if intermunicipal transportation, such as the Camrose Connector, falls under this ministry. “Would there be opportunity to include that request in this letter?”

Boyd indicated that it could

In response to Councillor JoyAnne Murphy’s question about the Airport lighting versus the need for intermunicipal transportation, Boyd said that Administration tried to find something that fit

City of Camrose Engineering Services manager Jeremy Enarson added that typically these grant programs are for capital funding only, not operational, and that the Camrose Connector would fall under operational funding programs.

Meisner has his horses pulling together

By Murray Green

Tony Meisner of New Norway owns

a 1966 Ford Mustang.

“The car is pretty much original and I have kept it stock. It has a 289 engine with a C4 automatic transmission. I have the original manual and the name of the lady that bought it new in Edmonton,” said Tony.

The car was found near Sedgewick and was sold when the owner passed away. “It has been through a few owners since. A few parts have been replaced, but it has been kept original as much as possible,” said Tony.

The first-generation Ford Mustang was manufactured by Ford from March 1964 until 1973.

“I wanted a Mustang because it was my wife’s dream car. I have always liked the Mustang, but never owned a classic car before, until now,” Tony laughed.

“I just enjoy driving a Mustang and like the attention that you get from people when you drive down the street or highway. It is pretty amazing. A lot of people say it is their dream car as well,” shared Tony.

The introduction of the Mustang created a new class of automobiles known

as original as possible, but

as the pony cars. The Mustang’s styling, with its long hood and short deck, proved wildly popular and inspired a host of competition.

FUN FACTS

Production of the Fairlane’s F-code 260 cubic inch (4.3 L) engine ceased when the 1964 model year ended. It was replaced with a new 200 hp (150 kW) C-code 289 cubic inch (4.7 L) engine with a two-barrel carburetor as the base V8. An A-code 225 hp four-barrel carbureted version was next in line, followed by the unchanged 289 K-code equipped with a four-barrel carburetor rated at 271 horsepower. The DC electrical generator was replaced by a new AC alternator on all Fords (a way to distinguish a 1964 from a 1965 is to see if the alternator light on the dash says GEN or ALT).

The 1966 Mustang debuted with moderate trim changes including a new grille, side ornamentation, wheel covers, and gas cap. Ford’s new C4 Cruise-OMatic three-speed automatic transmission became available for the 225 hp V8. The 289 HiPo K-code engine was also offered with C4 transmission, but it had stronger internals and can be identified by the outer casing of the servo which is marked with a C.

The long duration solid-lifter camshaft that allowed the high revving 289 to make the horsepower it was known for, was not friendly for a low stall speed automatic torque converter. The HiPo could be spotted by the one-inch-thick (25 mm) vibration damper, (compared to half inch on the 225-hp version) and the absence of a vacuum advance unit on the dual point distributor.

“It has manual steering, brakes, pretty much a regular car when it came off the lot. Only the colour has changed. It was originally Springtime Yellow. I don’t know if it had a white or black top. All of the yellow ones I’ve seen have had a black top. I like the red and white look the best,” added Tony.

“I drive the car as much as possible, all the time when I can. This is my third year of owning the car. With no modifications to the car and a smaller engine, it is good on gas. I can afford to drive this car when the weather is good,” said Tony.

“The first thing people say when they look at this car is that it needs wheels. I don’t think it does. I’m sticking with the original wheels and keeping the look from that time period. Most people would make a few changes, but I don’t think so. I want to keep it the way it is. I re-located the antenna to the proper place where it originally was. It is going to stay the

way it is. I just want to drive it,” he added.

“I will just maintain it as I go. I did the brakes, steering and worked on the shifter. The front seats look like they were redone. I tuned it up three years ago and I haven’t touched

Car

it since. The more miles I put on, the happier I am,” laughed Tony.

“Rain or shine, I’ll drive it. It is not a trailer queen. The first sign of salt on the roads, it gets parked for the winter,” he said.

Truck

Green, Camrose Booster

more Canadian with its red and white colours.

Harvest time within Battle River Round Hill to hold Harvest Shine

By Damien C. Kurek, MP, Battle River-Crowfoot

It’s harvest time in Battle River-Crowfoot.

Although the expectations for crops vary greatly depending on the area, farmers across the region and from coast to coast to coast are getting ready to harvest.

As a kid, I was always excited about this time of year. Not only was I able to spend time with my dad and grandpa, helping out on the farm but I was also always reminded about the sense of accomplishment that comes with bringing in a crop after a year of hard work. In fact, my late grandfather always shared, when I would spend time with him in the combine, that harvest was his favourite time of year because of that sense of accomplishment that coincided with the work.

There are some real challenges farmers face, but before getting into that, I wanted to say a big thank you to farmers, ranchers, and all our food producers who put in the necessary hours of hard work to ensure there’s food on the plates of Canadians and to provide food for so many around the world.

This is something we can and should be proud of as Canadians. Here in East Central Alberta, whether it’s cash crops, livestock, or other ag products, we showcase many of the best products the world needs. And as the fifth generation in my family to be involved in farming, it is a tradition I am certainly proud of.

This year has some significant difficulties. Many of the rural municipalities in this area have declared “agricultural disasters” because of the sustained shortage of rain and other extreme weather events. Many producers are facing challenges and because of the widespread, but not always uniform impacts, the need for disaster assistance and risk management programs is essential. And of course, operational costs have skyrocketed, adding risk to normal operations. Although the federal government has been ignorant to many of these challenges, our team of Conservative MPs from Alberta didn’t waste any time making sure the newly appointed federal agriculture minister was made aware of the situation we are facing. And we won’t stop advocating.

Further, the Leader of Canada’s Conservatives, Pierre Poilievre, has been outspoken on the need to support farmers. For example, when the government in Ottawa imposed a tax like the carbon tax on farmers and interferes with farm operations, it impacts not only the farmer but all Canadians. In fact, recent reports show that a significant portion of the food-based inflation could be directly attributed to the carbon tax. All Canadians deserve better.

That is why we will continue to demand better for farmers, have policy that reflects common sense, not activist ideology, and axe the carbon tax that is breaking the bottom line of an industry. This is not only important here in Battle River-Crowfoot, but to every person who puts food on their table.

May God bless our farmers and stay safe as you put in the long hours needed to feed the world.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, you are encouraged to write Damien at 4945-50th Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, text 403-5755625, or e-mail damien.kurek@parl.gc.ca. You can also stay up to date with Damien by following him on social media @dckurek. If you are in need of assistance regarding a federal government program, or need assistance and don’t know where to turn, feel free to reach out to MP Kurek’s office.

By Murray Green

Take your favourite historic vehicle to enter the ninth annual Round Hill Harvest Show and Shine on Sunday, September 3.

The Round Hill and District Agricultural Society is hosting its 10th annual event at the agricultural grounds near the ball diamonds and campground.

“Collectors and car enthusiasts will enjoy the show and shine that is open to all pre-’90s vehicles and is in conjunction with our popular threshing demonstration,” said organizer Allen Tomaszewski.

“Every year our event is growing. It depends on the weather, but we are hoping for more vehicles this year. I remember that in our first year, I went into Round Hill and couldn’t see Main Street because it was so foggy. I thought it was going to be a wreck, but it cleared off and it turned

out to be a great day,” he recalled.

Awards are presented in classic, pick-ups, rat rods and muscle car categories. “The show is open to all older vehicles and we even take works in progress,” said Allen.

“The event brings a lot of people into Round Hill. It begins with a pancake breakfast,” he added.

The pancake breakfast starts the day from 8 to 11 a.m. with car registration held from 9 a.m. to noon. A concession booth will be set up for lunch or snacking and a large variety of homemade pies will be available.

The car show is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. followed by awards. “We will have a binding, threshing and stooking demonstration. We want to show younger people how things were done in the past and bring back memories for some of the long-time farmers,”

he said. “It was so labour intensive and took days compared to the 10 minutes it takes a large combine to do the same space. This is our chance to show non-farmers what it was like.”

Tomaszewski, when he was 16, was one of the last age groups to harvest with binders and threshing machines. “Both threshing and the classic vehicles are a thing of the past. This is an opportunity to reflect on our history in the area,” said Allen.

The threshing demonstration is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. An awards presentation will be held at 3 p.m. and several awards will be presented. Oh and don’t forget to play the world famous Chicken Bingo.

For more information on the event contact Allen at 780-672-6104.

NEW LOOK

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

This young car enthusiast examined a classic from different angles to get a glimpse of the past glory age of automobiles. You can enjoy the classics of yesteryear at the annual Round Hill Harvest Show & Shine on September 3. In addition to the car show, a harvest threshing demonstration will be held near the ball diamonds.

Those clouds are satisfying

I had successfully lured my teenager out of her bedroom lair once already in the week for a trip to the Blackfalds outdoor water park, so it was daring for me to attempt another day trip. Or half day anyway. It was 21°C, blue sky and sunny and she was busy holed up in her room reading.

I suggested an afternoon bike ride. No, she didn’t want to go. I reverted to my tactics from when my kids were little and they didn’t have a choice of doing something or not, but they had a choice in how it was done. (Do you want to brush your teeth or do you want me to brush your teeth? Either way, those teeth are getting brushed.) The choice on this warm summer day was do you want to bike at Miquelon Lake or in town? And I noted that my vote was Miquelon.

Thankfully, I convinced all three plus my mom of a biking expedition and off we went, snacks and water in hand. (I was thankful to see that we had plenty of gas so we didn’t have to repeat the day trip where we almost ran out of gas on the way home and I told them that what happens on day trips with Mom, stays on day trips with Mom.)

After some nice biking on the trails, we played grounders at a playground and then flopped onto the grass. We leaned back, nibbling on a treat of Mini Licorice Allsorts, and watched the clouds. We noticed how the lower level of clouds moved so much faster than the higher level. We spotted the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man! (Since we had just watched Ghostbusters the other night.) We saw the Loch Ness Monster and other creatures, too. Finally as we stood up, my nine-year-old said, “Those clouds are so satisfying.” I loved his choice of words. And I thought, how nice it is to seek out something each day that we find satisfying.

One day in the spring, I hadn’t accomplished as much in the day as I meant to. Looking back on the day’s activities, I thought that the only thing I could have cut out was the bike ride in the pasture with my dog. And then I thought … it was the best part of the day! How on earth could I have cut out the one thing that made it truly worthwhile to be alive on that day?

I recently finished a book called The Year of Living Danishly: Uncovering the Secrets of the World’s Happiest Country by Helen Russell. Beyond it being super funny that she refers to her husband as only “Lego Man” for the whole book, she shares a list of the reasons why Danish people are so happy. The list is: trust the people around you; get hygge (a word in Danish and Norwegian that describes a mood of coziness with feelings of wellness and contentment) by remembering the simple pleasures in life (light a candle, make yourself a cup of tea, eat some pastries); get your body moving; make your environment as beautiful as you can; cut down your choices; value family; consider all work just work (not men’s work or women’s work); share time and food with others; do and make things as often as possible, the messier the better.

My favourite on the list is number two, remembering the simple pleasures in life. Watching the clouds wasn’t the main point of the day; it wasn’t planned, it didn’t require any money and yet it had been deeply “satisfying.”

As summer (as sad as I am to say this) begins to draw to a close, life for many will get busier. There will be dropoffs and pick ups, more emails to send, after school activities to be prepared for, meals at specific times to get everyone where they need to be. But yet, in my mind, to make it all worthwhile, there needs to be at least one time slot in each day where we do something that makes us just feel so alive, so blessed to be on this earth, so in love with the people around us, that as we wrap up that day and reflect on it, we can pick out that one thing that was “so satisfying.”

Cougars baseball team receives silver medals

By Murray Green

The Camrose Cougars

U13 double-A team earned silver medals at the provincial championships. The Camrose U13 team competed in the Tier 3 provincials held in Sherwood Park from August 4 to 6.

During the round robin play, the Cougars defeated the Lloydminster Twins 2311, the Calgary Royals 10-5 and the Parkland Twins 109, securing their spot in the semifinals. Camrose faced a loss against the Sherwood Park Athletics with a score of 24-14, but managed to secure a rematch in the finals. However, the Athletics emerged victorious with a 10-0 win in the gold/silver medal match.

Blackgold

The U15 triple-A Blackgold 47s, featuring two players from Camrose and one from Armena, also secured silver medals in Spruce Grove. Tyler Badry and Tavin Anderson from Camrose and Gavin Skaret from Armena joined the 47s after Camrose opted not to field a team in that division this year. Blackgold triumphed in the Tier 2 provincials and were subsequently promoted to Tier 1, allowing them to compete for national and western spots.

While Sherwood Park emerged as the victors, earning a trip to Quebec, Blackgold earned a berth at the westerns. They will progress to the U15 Western Canada Championships scheduled to take place in Chilliwack, BC from August 18 to 20.

Peter Gerard LeBlanc

August 27, 1937 ~ August 16, 2023

Peter LeBlanc of Camrose, AB, formerly of Montreal, QC, was born on August 27, 1937, and peacefully passed away at his home on August 16, 2023, at the age of 85.

Peter was a devoted husband, brother, uncle, friend, and mentor. He will be fondly remembered by his extensive circle of friends and his cherished family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Helen; sisters Margaret and Anne; and his beloved wife and “wild rose,” Joy LeBlanc.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 28, 2023, from CityLights Church, 4920-48 Street, Camrose, officiated by Bill Harder. The service will be livestreamed, recorded, and the link accessible at www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

Donations in Peter’s memory can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association.

Peter’s life will continue to resonate in the hearts of those he touched. His absence will be deeply felt, and he will be greatly missed.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Doug Herbert

Doug Herbert passed away peacefully at home on August 17, 2023, at the age of 66, in his hometown of Tofield in his favorite chair. He was born on November 15, 1956, in Tofield, AB, to his late parents Charlie and Dorothy Herbert. He was one of the 11 children.

Doug was predeceased by his father Charlie; mother Dorothy; sister Gail (Goubault); brothers Arthur, Robert (Bob), Terry and Ernest; and brother-in-law Ernie Herklotz; along with all his Aunts and Uncles. He will be immensely missed and fondly remembered by his sister Donna; brothers Jerry (Marg), Sam, Bernie (Peggy) and Andy (Cindy); brother-in-law Armand; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Doug leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.

May his soul find eternal peace.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 25, 2023, at the House Church, 5830-51 Street, Tofield, Alberta.

In honour of Doug’s memory, contributions can be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Vera Hausauer

Vera Hausauer (nee Eby) of Edmonton, AB, formerly of Ferintosh, AB, passed away peacefully in the presence of her children at Stony Plain Care Centre, Stony Plain, Alberta, on August 17, 2023, aged 97 years.

She was predeceased by her parents Oliver and Louise (nee Oberholtzer) Eby; sister N. Ruth Weiss; and daughter Kaye Cherneski.

She is survived by her children June (Jim) Finlay, Eby George (Debbie) Hausauer and Carol Wolfe; 14 grandchildren; 13 greatgrandchildren; and numerous cousins and friends.

A memorial service will take place on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Stony Plain Alliance Church (2 Keystone Drive, Stony Plain, AB). A private inurnment will take place in Camrose, AB.

Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Tim Pyle

Tim Pyle was born on Jan 7, 1956, in Dunnville, Ontario. He passed away on August 16, 2023, at the age of 67.

Tim grew up in Ontario and he always loved to share his memories freely, especially if he found out someone else was from Ontario. It was the place his love for hockey, the Toronto Maple Leafs and beer all started. Tim moved to Alberta at the age of 21, and it quickly became home.

He enjoyed sports, most of all hockey, especially cheering on his team the Toronto Maple Leafs. He loved the outdoors, fishing, good food, and sitting around the fire with a Budweiser in hand. Tim was always ready to chat, asking questions to get to know others, and building friendships everywhere he went. He wanted everyone to have a good time and was always sharing stories and cracking jokes. Some of those most precious friends were Kleet, Lulu, Bea and Annie.

Tim loved his sons and, rough times aside, he was eternally grateful to be reunited. Seeing his sons and their families (especially his grandsons) was his greatest joy.

Diney was the love of Tim’s life, along with their “fur-babies” Chimo, Beezer and Dusty. Tim was forever grateful to the Sheets family for taking him in like one of their own, he loved you very much.

Tim was predeceased by his parents Bill and Norene Pyle; wife Diane; and brother Dan Pyle.

He is survived by his sons Casey (Marie) and Matt (Nicole); grandson Jax; honourary grandson Jack; siblings Bill (Celine) and Debbie (Ted); nieces and nephews Billy, Rhonda, Chris and Kevin; and many more family and friends.

At Tim’s request, no funeral service will be held. A celebration of life with family and friends will take place.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Lung Association or the Camrose and Area Hospice Society.

Nels Loberg

Nels Loberg of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on August 19, 2023, at the age of 90 years.

He is survived by his children Susan and Tony; sister Esther; grandchildren; relatives and friends.

Nels was predeceased by his wife Marion; and eight brothers and sisters.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel, Camrose. Memorial donations may be made to CLBI or the World Mission Prayer League.

Janet Laura “Marie” Schielke

December 19, 1926 ~ August 14, 2023

Janet Laura “Marie” Schielke, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on August 14, 2023, in St. Mary’s Hospital, with family by her side.

Marie was born on December 19, 1926, in Camrose, the only child of Russel and Hazel Stewart. In 1949, she married her beloved husband Allan Schielke and to this union, three children were born Ron, Kevin and Joan. Marie and Allan moved to Camrose from Duhamel in 1996, when Allan’s health began to fail.

Marie will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her children (daughter-in-law) Judy Schielke, Kevin (Deb) Schielke, and Joan (Dan) Cunningham; eight grandchildren Jocelyn (Amanda) Schielke, Shannon (Cody) Vogel, Kimberly (Cale) Thurston, Erik (Tetiana) Schielke, Danielle (Jared) Doel, Nicole Schielke, Janet (Kyle) Dyberg, and Randy (Tiia) Mowat; and 13 greatgrandchildren.

Marie is predeceased by her husband Allan and her son Ron.

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to the staff at Bethany Meadows for the excellent care that Mom and Grandma received over the years. The family also wishes to thank the St. Mary’s Palliative Care staff for the above and beyond care and attention that Mom received.

A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 21, 2023, from the Camrose United Church, officiated by Rev. Helen Reed.

If desired, memorial donations can be made to Battle River Community Foundation or  St. Mary’s Hospital Unit 2 Palliative Care.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Gerald Gerow

Gerald Gerow of Holden, Alberta, passed away on August 17, 2023, at the age of 16 years.

He is survived by his father Pat; sister Genn; grandparents Hank and Barb Gerow; uncle Brad (Bonnie) and their daughter Bella; aunt Samantha and her daughter Chloe; great-grandmother Imogene Monks; and grandmother Jocelyn Neufeld.

Gerald was predeceased by his mother Susan; uncle Troy; grandfather Brian; and step-grandmother Linda. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Winder, Marian Blanche (nee Hardy)

October 28, 1947 ~ July 8, 2023

The world has lost a firecracker of a woman. Marian Winder, 75, passed away on July 8, 2023. Marian will be greatly missed and always cherished by her husband of 54 years, Glen; son Bradley (Jonathan); daughter Jody (Kevin); her “bestest” granddaughter Kaylee; and special niece Angela.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on August 26, 2023, at the Hay Lakes Recreation Centre, Main Street, Hay Lakes.

If family and friends desire, memorial donations can be made to the “Glen and Marian Winder Family Trust Fund” through the Battle River Community Foundation, the Camrose and Area Animal Shelter Society or the Alberta SPCA.

Doris Evans

In loving memory of Richard Hauber

June 17, 1930 ~ August 20, 2003

Twenty years ago, you passed from this life, Leaving a hole in our family and in our hearts. Although time has eased the pain, We still miss you dearly. It takes only a word, an image, a familiar moment,

And memories rush back – memories of your laughter, The twinkle in your eye, the touch of your hand, The things that you said that will always remind us of you. Some days, the emptiness is still hard to bear, But we are comforted knowing you are at peace, Without the pains and sorrows of this world, And we trust that one day, We will be together with you once more.

“See you later, alligator.”

Always loved and always remembered, Your family

Doris Evans of Camrose, formerly of Forestburg and Sylvan Lake, Alberta, was born on August 24, 1937, in Daysland, Alberta. She passed away on August 14, 2023, in Camrose, at the age of 85 years.

She is survived by her daughters Roxie Wegenast and Gerri (Ron) Buchholz; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; son-inlaw Del Wegenast; and numerous family and friends. Doris was predeceased by her husband Ronnie.

To honour her request, no funeral service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to the Hastings Coulee Fairview Cemetery, Forestburg, Alberta.

Robert “Rob” Allen Elmer Miller

August 3, 1961 ~ August 13, 2023

Robert “Rob” Allen Elmer Miller of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at the age of 62 years.

On the warm sunny morning of August 3, 1961, Robert Allen Elmer Miller graced us with his presence. He was born in Red Deer and, at three years old, moved to Camrose, with his parents and sister Karen (whom he adored), which he called home for the rest of his life. Rob grew up attending the finest schools that Camrose had to offer and accumulated many lifelong friends with whom he still kept in touch to this day. In fact, he even won a contest for correctly identifying by name all of his kindergarten classmates some 50 years later. He graduated with many of these people from CCHS in 1979.

For 30 years, Rob worked at Camrose Packers with his dad and other family members. In his early twenties, he decided he wanted to be a chef. He moved to Calgary to fulfill this dream, attending SAIT, receiving many accolades for his cooking, and graduating with distinction. He ended up returning to Camrose Packers while doing cooking jobs on the side.

Rob’s love for travel took him to Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, Las Vegas and, of course, Mexico, for which he had a deep love. He holidayed in Mexico many times with his good friends. The stories they could tell … this was his happy place.

He was an active member of the Kinsmen Club of Camrose for many years. His proudest moment was receiving the Kinsmen of the Year Award in 1992. He was also very active as a Weight Watchers member and mentor for many years.

Once the end of the era came to a close for Camrose Packers, Rob still enjoyed working with the public, and made Hauser Home Hardware his job as a sales associate until his health got the best of him and he had to take time off from work. Robbie was a huge teaser to many and loved to give people a hard time. Once you got him going, his laugh was very contagious.

His true passion was going to Big Valley Jamboree, listening to the music he loved. This year was the first time he didn’t go in 30 years of BVJ being here. Musicals and stage productions were also a big part of his life. He loved any kind of music. Oh, look out though, if you were to bother him on the days his favorite TV shows were on … Big Brother or Survivor to name a couple of his favourites. Curling was also high on his list. He was an avid fan.

Between tending his beautiful flowers or making his delicious dill pickles (18 quarts the weekend before he passed), he also loved to reminisce. He had wonderful memories of days gone by.

With the help of his cousin Paul (who was more like a brother to him) Rob continued, for a few years, to keep the spirit of Camrose Packers alive by making Christmas sausage and bratwurst.

Rob will be deeply missed by his mom (Shaaron); his sister Karen (Darren) Bruneau; his niece Meranda (Yosyp) Nykyforuk; grand-nieces Ayva and Izzabella; nephew Austin (Ashley) Bruneau; Auntie Doreen; Auntie Lavina; and numerous cousins. We will not be able to fill the void he has left in our lives. He will always be in our hearts.

He was predeceased by his dad Elmer Miller; uncles Marvin Miller, Ray Samoisette and Raymond Richter; aunties Mildred Samoisette, Leona Koenig and Norma Richter; grandparents Roy Richter, Bob and Anna Screen, and Valentine and Natalie (Dolly) Miller; and his very special friend Donna Shantz.

A Celebration of Life was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 21, 2023, at CityLights Church, officiated by Rev. Bev Swanson. The service was livestreamed, recorded, and the link is accessible at www.burgarfuneralhome.com

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Rob’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Wayne Delbert Nickerson

September 13, 1947 ~ August 16, 2023

Wayne Delbert Nickerson of Daysland, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at the age of 75 years.

A private family service will take place.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Irene Isabell Lindberg

October 19, 1963 ~ August 9, 2023

Irene Isabell Lindberg of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at the age of 59 years.

A Graveside Service will be held at a later date.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Victoria “Vicky”

Marie Sturek

May 24, 1932 ~ August 10, 2023

Victoria “Vicky” Marie Sturek of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Daysland, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at the age of 91 years.

A prayer vigil was held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at the Burgar Memorial Chapel. A Funeral Mass was held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, with Father Chad Miciak as celebrant.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Government keeps people safe

By Jackie Lovely, MLA

Camrose

Constituency

Government has no greater duty than keeping people safe–especially children and youth.

When it comes to protecting Albertans from harm, ending human trafficking is a critical priority for our United Conservative government.

Human trafficking is a serious crime that exploits people of all ages and genders. It destroys lives and causes generational trauma. But fighting human trafficking can be challenging, as victims are often forced into silence and secrecy.

In order to effectively fight human trafficking in our province, our United Conservative government created the Human Trafficking Task Force. Chaired by Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame artist and internationally recognized humanitarian Paul Brandt, the Human Trafficking Task Force consisted of passionate Albertans who are dedicated to fighting human trafficking and supporting survivors. The Human Trafficking Task Force presented our government with a series of recommendations, designed to prevent and combat human trafficking and support human trafficking survivors in our province.

On July 28, Premier Danielle Smith and Mike Ellis, minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services, announced that our government has accepted and are moving to implement those recommendations.

The first recommendation we are moving on is to invest $4 million over two years to establish the Alberta office to Combat Trafficking in Persons. This office will facilitate the implementation of the remaining Human Trafficking Task Force recommendations. Organizations such as #NotInMyCity, Native Counselling Services of Alberta, and REACH Edmonton Council for Safer Communities will help setup and operate this office as community partners. Their support will be invaluable in connecting survivors and victims of human trafficking to important supports and services that will help them heal and recover from their experiences.

In response to this investment, Mr. Brandt recently said, “This milestone wouldn’t be possible without the countless organizations and individuals who shared their experiences and expertise in our journey with Alberta’s Human Trafficking Task Force. Combating human trafficking requires collective action, and we applaud the province for taking a collaborative approach with the community.”

Our United Conservative government remains committed to fighting human trafficking in every corner of the province. Human trafficking is a serious crime that violates the freedoms and rights of individuals, including children and youth, and attempts to destroy all personal identity and relationships. No community in Alberta is immune to the scourge of human trafficking, and we must all work together to prevent and combat this heinous crime.

As Premier Danielle Smith recently said, “We can’t afford to close our eyes to the problem of human trafficking. And we can’t afford to ignore those who are at risk of being trafficked or those who have been trafficked. I’m proud that our government is creating this office to Combat Trafficking in Persons to keep fighting this scourge on society.”

As always you can connect with me at my Camrose Constituency office.

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

CAFCL THANKS COMMUNITY

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A few of the Camrose Association For Community Living (CAFCL) summer campers sent out a big thank you to everyone in the community, sponsors and donors, for their continued support in helping CAFCL make the difference they do in the community.

FIGHTING MS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Camrose A & W manager Sheri Fitzgerald and team member (fundraising champion)

Brooke Bergdahl show off silent auction items to customer Bob Roberts on August 17. The auction proceeds and $2 from every Teen Burger sold on that day went towards fighting MS in Canada. Canada has one of the highest rates of MS diagnoses in the world.

CASTING A SHADOW OF FEAR

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

This four-spotted garden orb weaver casts a shadow larger than life while casting a spell on unsuspecting, often pesky to human, flying insects that find themselves victim to her intricate web of deceit. There are 3,000 species of orb weavers world wide. They are a nonaggressive and docile spider that rarely bites.

Helpful Tips for Writing Classified Ads Which Get Results!

Be Thorough

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

Steer Clear of Abbreviations

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

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

State Your Price

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

Be Accessible

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

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

Call 780-672-3142

4925-48 Street, Camrose ads@camrosebooster.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHAMBER CHOIR in Camrose seeking tenors/all parts! Amazing music, great group, Monday rehearsals. To audition: 780-672-3372, sing@ camrosesings.ca

CAMROSE & DISTRICT

CRAFT CENTRE – Registration Nights for Weaving, Woodworking and Pottery, September 6, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. (Rosehaven building across from hospital).

September 7 Community Registration Night 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. www.camrosecraftcentre.com

PERSONAL

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

TO GIVE AWAY

FRIENDLY FARM KITTENS to give away. 12 weeks old. Call/text 780-226-5415.

VERY FRIENDLY KITTENS – litter trained, dewormed. 8 kittens (13 weeks old), 2 mother cats. Grey. 780-608-7520.

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

MARTHA’S MUSIC – is currently hiring music instructors for piano, guitar and violin. Send resumé to marthas@telus planet.net or drop off at 503350 Street, Camrose.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

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

SERVICES

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

DSS CONSTRUCTION

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

Devin Meakins, Ph. 780-853-1080

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

– Ph. 780-672-7649.

JUNK TO THE DUMP –Light hauling. Tom Mino – 780678-1847.

FOR RENT

FOR RENT ADS

NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY!

MAIN STREET RETAIL

SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $2110/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-6723142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

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.

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.

ESPECIALLY NICE OFFICE SUITE

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!

UNIVERSITY STUDENT looking for mature female to share partially furnished 2-bedroom apartment close to Mirror Lake walking trails. Rent amount of $650/mo. includes all utilities. Parking is $50 extra per month. If interested please contact Kyra via email at fraser9927@gmail.com.

MACHINERY

1990 JOHN DEERE

9500 COMBINE – Excellent shape, many updates. 2,734 hrs. separator, 3,630 hrs. engine. 1996 CASE INTERNATIONAL 21’ SWATHER – with pickup reels, pull type. Reasonable offers. 1-780-385-8297.

SWATHER NO LONGER

‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.

REAL ESTATE

5204-53 AVENUE – Camrose Community Church Multifamily Garage Sale. Friday, August 25, 1-8 p.m., Saturday, August 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds to build church wheelchair ramp.

6606-32 AVENUE – Plant and Garage Sale. August 25, 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 80+ large plants with wooden stands; 50+ unique handcrafted items; videos, books, household items; ladies’ new, lightweight tops; two new camping chairs in bags; exercise equipment.

3809-64 STREET – Thurs., noon-4 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. to noon. New Gorilla cart, Delta 10” bench saw, wheel grinder, Coleman portable water heater, spotting scope, fishing equipment, wall mount electric heater, plus more.

AUTO

ATTENTION ANTIQUE

CAR BUFFS – legendary 1953 MG-TD convertible t/w 1972 Beetle chassis. Body meticulously fashioned, immaculate, like new. Professional appraisal in 2008 was $15,629.46! Accepting offers. To view, phone 780672-3603.

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

BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS

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

McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD.

Local and long distance moving Storage

Insured and bonded

Where your business is appreciated 780- 672-5242, Camrose

THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK TAILORING in Camrose

Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thurs. Evening and Sat.: By Appointment

Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays

Please call 780- 672-4793

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.

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.

2016 1,632 SQ. FT. HOME –2 bdrms. + den, 2 baths; zero step, in-floor heating; 5 acres (fenced) near Rosalind on school bus route; 26’ x 32’ finished garage. $514,500. Please call/text 780-888-7011.

MISCELLANEOUS

LADY’S WHITE GOLD SOLITAIRE – with five white diamonds on each side. $300 obo. TASSIMO COFFEE MAKER, comes with milk frother. $50. 587-336-4316.

GARAGE SALES

5703-28 AVENUE – Aug. 23, 24, 25, 26, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, 1-4 p.m. Closing for lunch all days. Huge selection of items, games, puzzles, Christmas, etc. New items to be added daily. Located in garage.

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

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

BOOSTER CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS!

Augustana Viking's Men's Interim Basketball Head Coach

Augustana Athletics

Competition No.: A105651680

Closing Date: Aug 27, 2023

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

This is a part-time position with a term length of 12 months.

Salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Academic Teaching Staff (ATS) agreement.

Location: This position is located in Camrose Alberta, at the University of Alberta - Augstana Campus.

Position Summary:

The Coach position is based out of Camrose, Alberta, Canada and is part-time (26 hours per week).

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coaching

• Team Management

• Team Budget Management

• Fundraising

• Recruitment

• Student-Athlete Development

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Health, Sports Administration or related field (a Master’s degree is preferred);

• A successful background in coaching basketball and/or experience as an athlete competing in basketball;

• Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills;

• Excellent organizational and communication skills;

• A valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license will be required upon appointment

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date. If interested, please apply: https://apptrkr.com/4500685

ANKE RTON

GAS CO -OP Ltd.

Gas Utilit y Operator/ Gas Fitter/Plumber

An kerton Gas Co-op Ltd. is current ly accept ing resu més for an experienced Gas Ut ilit y Operator/Gas Fitter/Plu mber Ankerton Gas is a member owned co -operative ba sed out of Bawlf, Alberta, serving an area east of Camrose, approximately 1 hour southeast of Edmonton We al so carr y out appliance servicing for our cu stomers.

Position over view:

Complete understa nd ing of task s and responsibi lities to work in the Gas Ut ilit y Operator, plumbi ng and gas fitting busi ness Position is based out of Bawl f; ca nd idate must live within a reasonable distance of the franchise area Appl icants must have the follow ing experience/skill sets at the mini mu m, but not limited to:

• Prev ious experience is preferred,

• Ut ilit y Operator, Gas or Plumbi ng Ticket and Traini ng certif icates, includ ing rele va nt sa fety certif icates,

• Positive individual with excellent customer serv ice sk il ls and communicat ion,

• Self-mot ivated with the abilit y to work as pa rt of a team to ma intain the company’s overa ll vision and mission,

• Abilit y to le arn and accept traini ng,

• An understa nd ing of Gas Dist ribution Sy stems would be an asset,

• Abilit y to follow Health and Sa fety prog ra m,

• Computer sk il ls includ ing experience with Microsof t Of fice, Pronto Forms, Apple Tablets and App usage would be an advantage,

• Good record keeping sk il ls,

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshoot ing abilit ies,

• Va lid Class 5 dr iver’s license, Class 1 would be an asset. An kerton Gas of fers a comprehensive benefit and pension cont ribution pl an

Please forward resu més, includ ing references and wage ex pectat ion, to an kerton@syban.net

We thank all applicants; howeve r, only qualif ied candidates of intere st will be contacted.

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 :

WE’RE HIRING TWO L ABOURERS FOR

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ARNETT & BURGESS PIPELINERS LIMITED. A QUANTA SERVICES COMPANY

Heavy Du ty Mechanic

Arnett & Burgess is seeking a Heavy Dut y Mechanic, that will hit the ground running and will be expected to per form repair and maintenance tasks in accordance with quality safet y, e icienc y standards and duties noted below :

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot , diagnose , and complete repairs for A&B’s heavy duty equipment fleet

• Per form preventative maintenance, mechanical and general maintenance to our fleet of heavy-duty equipment and suppor t equipment.

• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating e icienc y.

• Aid in the ser vicing of light dut y vehicles and NSC f leet

• Coordinate warranty work and major repairs with Supervisors/Managers.

• Parts pick-up and hot shot deliveries.

• Tracking and repor ting of equipment hours.

Work Conditions:

• Work out of our Shop based in either Sedgewick or Black falds, Alber ta Operations.

• 5 days on, 2 days o

• O ver time as needed

Requirements:

• A team player with excellent attention to detail, a strong work ethic and oral communication skills.

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development Diploma (GED).

• Alber ta Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyman Cer tificate or Inter-provincial Heavy Dut y Equipment Mechanic

• Journeyman Heavy Dut y on Highway Mechanic ticket an asset

• CVIP license an asset

• A Valid Driver s license

• All candidates are required to undergo and pass a Drug & Alcohol screening as condition of employmen t.

• Must Possess one of the following: Journeyman Red Seal Heavy Dut y Mechanics Cer tification, Journeyman Automotive Technician

Certification, and Journeyman Electrician Cer tification

Please send your resumés to Hr@abpipeliners .com

Visit https ://abpipeliners .com/ for more information

Diversit y, Including & Equit y Statement :

Arnett & Burgess Pipeliners is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preser ving an inclusive environment of diversit y and unbiased treatment.

A s such we are committed to fairness in our employment practices. All applicants that are qualified, regardless of origin, age, citizenship, gender identity, disabilit y marital status or any other identifiable characteristic s will be considered for employment.

A&B would like to thank all those who apply, but only those sele cted for potential employment will be contac ted. Note that this role will be based out of our O ice in Sedgewick or Black falds.

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ARNETT & BURGESS PIPELINERS LIMITED. A QUANTA SERVICES COMPANY

Shop Foreman

Arnett & Burgess is seeking a Shop Foreman. A s a Shop Foreman for Arnett & Burgess Oilfield Construc tion L imited, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our Sedgewick , Alber ta shop, ensuring e icient workflow, maintaining qualit y standards, and managing a team of shop personnel.

Responsibilities:

1. Shop Operations:

• Responsible for the general repairs and maintenance of our Heavy Equipment fleet in our Sedgewick , Alber ta shop

• Ensure equipment leaving the shop is consistently repaired, maintained, cleaned, fueled, and washed.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of shop personnel, including Hea vy Dut y and Automotive Mechanics, Apprentices and Wash Bay Attendants

• Allocate work assignments and ensure timely completion of task s to meet schedules and project needs.

• Maintain a high level of shop productivit y by e ectively managing work assignments, ensuring e icient utilization of resources, and optimizing workflow

• Continuously assess workload and allocate tasks to shop personnel to ensure they are consistently engaged and productive

• Implement e ective scheduling strategies to balance workload and resource allocation, considering factors such as skill levels availability, and project needs.

• Regularly review and refine processes to streamline operations, improve e icienc y, and eliminate personnel downtime. Monitor and maintain qualit y standards ensuring that all work is completed to defined expec tations and procedures. Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safet y protocols to ensure a safe and e icient work environment.

• Ensure the shop is kept in an orderly and clean state

• Foster a culture of teamwork , collaboration, and continuous improvement within the shop, promoting a positive and productive work environment.

2. Field Operations:

• Receive calls from on-site operations regarding heavy equipment repair requirements and promptly assess the urgenc y and nature of the repair

• Coordinate and dispatch internal or third-part y mechanics to the project location for timely repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

• Communicate e ectively with on-site operations and mechanics to ensure clear understanding of repair needs, prioritize tasks, and provide necessar y guidance and suppor t.

• Monitor the progress of repairs, follow up with mechanics, and ensure that repairs are completed e iciently and according to qualit y standards

3. Technical E xper tise:

• Provide technical guidance and suppor t to shop personnel, assisting with troubleshooting, repairs and complex projects as needed.

• O versee equipment diagnosis , maintenance, and calibration, ensuring that all tools and machinery are in proper working condition and meet safet y standards

• Per form required C VIP inspections.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, new technologies , and best practices in shop management and maintenance.

4. Personnel Management:

• Conduct regular per formance evaluations and provide feedback to team members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing training or development plans.

• Lead by ex ample , demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethics.

• Ensure e ective communication and collaboration among shop personnel, fostering a cohesive and motivated team

5. Administrative Duties:

• Monitor inventor y levels of par ts, tools, and equipment , and coordinate with the Procurement depar tment to ensure availabilit y and timely and cost- e ective replenishment.

• Review and approve work orders and personnel time

• Maintain accurate records of work orders, repairs, and maintenance activitie s.

6. Safet y and Compliance:

• Enforce safet y regulations and best practices within the shop, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to shop operations and maintenance.

• Conduct regular per formance evaluations and provide feedback to team members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing training or development plans.

• Ensure e ective communication and collaboration among shop personnel, fostering a cohesive and motivated team. Lead by ex ample , demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethics.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent ; additional technical cer tifications or trade school education is preferred.

• Proven experience as a Shop Foreman or similar role in a repair or maintenance shop environment.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, ele ctrical, and hydraulic systems , as well as automotive or equipment repair

• CVIP and Inspection Cer tification and experience on trucks and trailers.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to e ectively super vise and motivate a team

• Solid organizational and multitasking abilities , with a keen eye for detail and the abilit y to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient computer skills, including experience with shop management software and basic knowledge of Microsoft O ice.

• Abilit y to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues , as well as develop e ective repair solutions.

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and knowledge of relevant safet y regulations.

• Proven problem-solving skills and the abilit y to make sound decisions under pressure.

• Pass a pre-employment drug screening

• A valid driver ’s license and a clean driving record.

Work Conditions:

• This position is based on-site in A&B’s Sedgewick shop, Alber ta, with travel required up to 15% of the time

• Monday – Friday 8-hour shift . O ver time as required. Over time eligible

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage , Health and Dental Benefits, Life and D isabilit y Insurance , Vision and Fitness Benefits

Reporting Relationship:

• The Shop Foreman reports to the Equipment Manager Diversit y, Including & Equit y Statement :

Arnett & Burgess Pipeliners is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preser ving an inclusive environment of diversit y and unbiased treatment . A s such we are committed to fairness in our employment practices All applicants that are qualified, regardless of origin, age, citizenship, gender identity, disabilit y marital status or any other identifiable characteristic s will be considered for employment.

Arnett & Burgess would like to thank all those who apply, but only those sele cted for an interview will be contacted.

Please send your resumés to Hr@abpipeliners .com

Visit https ://abpipeliners .com/ for more information

ELKS SUPPORT Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose Royal Purple member Irene Gartner presented a donation of $2,000 to Camrose Elks past exalted ruler Gerry Czapp. The Royal Purple made donations to the community on May 25 with funds from various fundraising events.

TOOL/HARDWARE DE P’T.

Full Time and Part Time

Help our expansive client base find the right hand tool, power equipment or the hard ware they need to get the job done right. Serve customers of vary ing skills and know lege level. Make a diff erence in their lives, and yours!

We’ll supply the training You provide a welcoming demeanor and fr iendly advice

Competitive remunera tion and ad vancement oppor t unity

We want to find the right candidate as soon as possible

RE TAIL SALE S PE RSON

If you can of fer plenty of general knowledge of our vast retail merchandise selection and ha ve an understanding of basic building materials, we may ha ve an oppor tunity for you. You’ d need a customer-focused attitude and a friendly personality. Reliabilit y is essentia l!

Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator

e Battle River Community Foundation was founded in 1995 to ser ve as a conduit to match community-minded donors with worthy causes and organizations that exist to support the local area.

e Foundation is recruiting for a Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator

e Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator will report to the Executive Director. e core function of this position is implementing the BRCF’s communications and stakeholder relations strategies through brand presence, processes, events and stakeholder engagement activities.

Duties and Resp onsibi lities w ill include:

• Manage omni-channel marketing including all digital and print communication and platforms

• Develop Annual Event, Communication and Marketing Budget.

• Develop and organize events and meetings for publicity and information purposes:

• Prepare reports, presentations, newsletter and press releases.

• Develop strategies to raise awareness of the organization

• Develop and implement communication and promotion strategies.

• Coordinate sponsorship for newsletters, annual report, website and other communication media to support cost recover y for the Foundation.

e successful candidate should have a university degree, post secondar y diploma and/or proven experience in Marketing, Communications, Event Planning, and Community Relations. Accounting and bookkeeping experience will be an asset.

Location: Camrose, AB/Remote

Closing Date: August 31, 2023

To apply please send Cover Letter and Resumé to: Battle River Community Foundation

Email: brcfoundation@gmail.com

DEATHS

Irene Isabell Lindberg, of Camrose, on August 9, at 59 years of age.

Janet “Jenny” Elisabeth Hanson, of Edmonton, on August 11, at 101 years of age.

Robert “Rob” Allen Elmer Miller, of Camrose, on August 13, at 62 years of age.

Apply with resumé and references to Jill…

6809-48 Avenue, Camrose

Phone 780-672-8818

Fax 780-672-8809

Email jill@hhbccamrose.ca

Josephine Francis Sharlow, of Camrose, formerly of Grande Cache, on August 15, at 90 years of age.

Harbhajan Singh, of Camrose, on August 15, at 89 years of age.

Tim Pyle, of Camrose, formerly of Dunnville, ON, on August 16, at 67 years of age.

Peter Gerard LeBlanc, of Camrose, formerly of Montreal, QC, on August 16, at 85 years of age.

Doris Evans, of Camrose, formerly of Forestburg and Sylvan Lake, on August 14, at 85 years of age.

Janet Laura “Marie” Schielke, of Camrose, formerly of Duhamel, on August 14, at 96 years of age.

Wayne Delbert Nickerson, of Daysland, on August 16, at 75 years of age.

Doug Herbert, of Tofield, on August 17, at 66 years of age.

Gerald Gerow, of Holden, on August 17, at 16 years of age.

Nels Allan Loberg, of Camrose, formerly of Dawson Creek, BC, on August 19, at 90 years of age.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of JOYCE CAROLINE SHERSTOBITOFF, who died on November 30, 2022.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by September 30, 2023, and provide details of your claim with MARGO ANDERSON, Phone 780-699-7420. 183 Heritage Lane, Sher wood Park , AB T8A 6L7.

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 DAVID AL AN ELROY TAEGER, late of Camrose, Alber ta, who died on November 22, 2022

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by September 28, 2023, and provide details of your claim with ERIC BARSTAD 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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of the late PAUL ALFRED WEREMCZUK , of Camrose, Alber ta, who died on May 29, 2023.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by September 28, 2023, and provide details of your claim with STEPHEN K AMBEIT Z of Farnham West Stolee Kambeit z LLP, Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7.

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND

CL AIMANTS

Estate of RIENDER SCHUURMAN, who died on November 23, 2021

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by September 19, 2023, and provide details of your claim to:

KNAUT JOHNSON FR ANCOEUR, Barristers & Solicitors

4925-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S4

Attention: DAVID R. FR ANCOEUR

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

Culture Days plans moving ahead

By Lori Larsen

Plans are complete and the stage is set for Alberta Culture Days celebrations in Camrose.

In collaboration with the Bailey Theatre, Camrose Public Library, Camrose & District Craft Centre, Camrose Arts Society, Camrose and District Centennial Museum Society and Camrose Genealogy Society the City of Camrose Recreation and Culture Department has put together an amazing lineup of family fun activities and events to celebrate all things culture, including the following.

Saturday, September 2 –Movie Under the Stars to be held on the Camrose and District Centennial Museum grounds. Last year’s event was a huge success and a lot of fun.

Sunday, September 10 enjoy the Camrose Country Fair and Bench Show (Grandparents Day Museum).

Saturday, September 16 the Camrose and District Genealogy Society will be offering a Genealogy Workshop at the Camrose Public Library. What a fun and interesting way to discover yours and your family’s past.

September 19 to 29 the Camrose Arts Society tip their hats to local talent by

celebrating Local Arts at the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre. This is your opportunity to recognize and support all the fabulous talent that exists right here in our own community.

Saturday, September 23, visit the Chuck Mac Lean Arts Centre for an Open House and Touch Up The Underpass event. Not only will you learn what all the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre has to offer but they are planning a very special recreation of a mural painted by a local 90-yearold artist who was unable

to participate in the original Colour the Underpass event, with hopes of bringing her vision to life.

Thursday, September 28 the Camrose Public Library will be presenting a Beading Workshop then round up a month of cultural events on Saturday, September 30 with a Bailey Theatre Show.

Stay tuned to The Camrose Booster for more details on the individual Alberta Culture Days events, as they are provided.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Serene country property

By Lori Larsen

This wonderful family home is located only about five-and-a-half kilometres outside of Camrose in beautiful peaceful surroundings. Tucked amidst a thicket of mature trees, you will enjoy the privacy of not being in a subdivision while benefiting from the proximity to City amenities.

The home itself has plenty of room for the family. The large front living room is a welcoming place to entertain guests after sharing a meal in the good-sized dining area. Natural light from the dining area windows flood into the well purposed kitchen that has tons of cabinet and countertop space.

The master bedroom could easily accommodate a king-size bed and has a large walk-in closet.

Another good-sized bedroom, a four-piece main bathroom and an office or third bedroom occupies the main floor and a main floor laundry/hobby area has built-in cabinets with lots of room for storage.

The completely finished lower level has even more room to spread out. A large family room area can be divided into a media room and games or hobby room. Another good-sized bedroom and three-piece bathroom could be an older child’s own private area and a cold room is the perfect place for seasonal storage.

Enjoy the great outdoors on the covered south/east facing deck or anywhere on the beautifully manicured property protected by the surrounding trees and undisturbed by the sound of close-by neighbours. The 26’ x 30’ garage offers lots of room for your vehicles.

Located at 46281 Range Road 210 Rural Camrose, this beautiful home and property, priced at $549,000, is the perfect full-time retreat for your family. Join Wally Wrubleski at an open house on Saturday, August 26 from noon until 2 p.m. or, for a private viewing, contact Wally at:

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

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It's Augtober. You're good to go on Halloween décor I was at the park and a lady loudly called out, "Anyone who wants ice cream come over here!" I headed over with several others. She handed out ice cream to all of them and then asked me, "Who are you?" I then realized the rest were all her family

Life Hack: Allow yourself 8 to 12 hours of alone time enjoying nature in the morning to mentally prepare for the day.

I really want to live o the grid, but I also really like getting my packages delivered within t wo days.

I think the answer to life is always having a holiday booked.

I heard the government is thinking of putting chips inside of people. I hope I get Doritos.

Did you know it takes a plastic bag 20 to 100 years to break down, yet it takes me approximately one minor inconvenience.

When you're young and you drop something, you just pick it up. When you're older and you drop something, you stare at it for awhile, wondering if you actually need it anymore.

For once, I'd just like to spiral into control.

If I star t a conversation with "First of all", run away, because I have prepared peer reviewed research, data and char ts and I will destroy you.

If you can't tell who is coming down the stairs by the speed and volume of the steps, are they really your family ?

Why on earth would you say "half a dozen" when you can easily just say "six"?

It's a fact that a lot of us do not know the meaning of the French word "pourquoi". Translate it into English and you'll see why.

Me: "I'm going to take my kid to the park so he can run around and burn o some energy."

[…spends the entire time pushing kid on the swings] A hacker called me and said he had all my passwords. I got a pen and paper and said, "Thank goodness! What are they?"

I never use turn signals. It's nobody else's business where I'm going

I lost my job today at NASA Mission Control. I misheard when they said, "It's lunch time."

When my great-granddad went bald, he built a machine to weave himself a wig. It has been passed down from generation to generation. You could say it's the family hair loom!

Last night I dreamed I was a vinyl record. I woke up feeling groovy!

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster In conjunction with Alberta Culture Days, the Underpass Mural will be getting a touchup.

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