September 12, 2023 Camrose Booster

Camrose Arts Council

Nominations have been vetted and evaluated by the awards committee

And, the beautiful recognition pieces for this year's Camrose Arts Council Mayor's Arts Awards are on the verge of final glazing by volunteers with Camrose & District Craft Centre Unveiling of the names of this year’s most deserving winners will take place at a gala ceremony on the evening of Thursday, September 21, at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Centre This two-component initiative fosters local artistic endeavours and recognizes outstanding contributions in the area of volunteerism, advocacy, support and development in the field of arts in the City of Camrose

It also recognizes a leading local individual, or group excelling in artistic endeavours

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Craft Centre members Coral Ecklund and Johane Marchand will be coordinating the dip glazing process they use for the kiln-fired Mayor’s Arts Awards. Committee member Dave McDougall and Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko proudly display a couple of the locally designed and created mantle pieces which signify excellence.

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Culture Days all month

By Lori Larsen

Celebrate arts and culture with a lot of fun activities planned and hosted by the City of Camrose, Recreation and Culture Department, Alberta Culture Days, Camrose Public Library, Bailey Theatre, Camrose Arts Society and Camrose and District Centennial Museum Society.

Officially Camrose Culture Days began on September 2, with a very successful Movie Under the Stars event held on the Camrose and District Centennial Museum grounds.

Then on September 10, the City hosted a good old fashioned Country Fair at the Museum.

Iowa in 2009 by a teacher and is now celebrated in 200 countries around the world. All ages are welcome and no registration is required.

From September 18 to 29, take a moment to appreciate the incredible local talent right here in our own community at a Camrose Arts Society Local Art Show featuring twoand-three-dimensional art, digital art and fibre art. The show will take place at the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily and would be a perfect way to spend your lunch hour or a free hour enjoying the works of 21 local visual artists.

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The Chuck MacLean Arts Centre is hosting an open house on September 23 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This is an opportunity to come out and see what the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre has to offer. The event will feature a “Meet the Artist” by the Camrose Arts Society and an opportunity for Underpass mural artists to come out and touch up their works of art. In honour of a local 90-yearold artist, there will also be the addition of a new mural to the Underpass.

The celebration of arts and culture continues on September 28 with a Beading Workshop to be held at the Camrose Public Library from 5 to 7 p.m. The workshop is presented by Jess SandersonBarry a nêhiyaw-iskwêw, mother, Cree Artist from Chakastaypasin Band, Treaty 6 Territory. She is reclaiming the practice and art of tanning hides by utilizing traditionally tanned hides in her work. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own beaded lapel pin, in honour of Orange Shirt Day on September 30. Registration is required for this event with attendance capped at 10 registrants aged 16 and over. No prior experience is required.

So what’s next?

On September 14, join others at the Camrose Public Library for International Dot Day and a reading of author Peter H. Reynolds’ Crea-trilogy. Attendees will also have an opportunity to tap into their own creativity with making a framed dot art and painting large dots on the upstairs windows of the library. International Dot Day, a grassroots movement encouraging creativity and courage, began in

On September 21, the long anticipated City of Camrose Arts Council Mayor’s Arts Awards (MAA) winners and nominees will be announced during the MAA evening gala to be held at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre from 5 until 8 p.m. The MAA program acknowledges and celebrates the artistic achievement and contributions to arts in the City of Camrose. For more information on the MAA visit

Finally, wind up Culture Days with a live concert featuring Indigenous country music performer Jarrid Lee, at the Bailey Theatre on September 30, beginning at 7 p.m. Lee will be performing a solo acoustic set as well as sharing information about his culture, stories and the music that coincide with traditional Indigenous knowledge. Admission is free and advance registration can be done through the Bailey Theatre Box Office or online at baileytheatre.com.

For complete details, visit the City of Camrose website at www.camrose. ca/en/recreation-andleisure/culture-days.aspx

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Cindy Katchur of The Bethany Group and Crossroads Day Program, left, received $233 from Alberta Tritten of the Battle River Quilters’ Guild from the coffee donations during the June 13 to 26 Quilt Show in Camrose. Quilts were also donated to the Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital Camrose chemo unit (17), Jessie’s House in Morinville (25), Stollery Children’s Hospital (10), Ukrainian refugees (12) and St. Mary’s Hospital stroke unit (three).

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Pictured left to right are five-year-old Samsara, eightyear-old Arianna and four-year-old Savannah Konchinew making dream catchers at the Indigenous craft table during the City of Camrose Culture days Country Fair at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum.

Vikings open soccer season

By Murray Green

A new season of sports is starting shortly at the University of Alberta Augustana Campus for the 2023-24 Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference season.

Soccer

The lady Vikings travel to Red Deer for a contest against the Queens on September 16 and Olds on September 17. They also play in Lethbridge on September 23.

Cross-country

The Vikings cross-country running team are training for the second Grand Prix event on September 16 at SAIT, the third at Lethbridge on September 30, the fourth event is at Augustana (Stony Creek Centre) on October 14.

The ACAC championships will be held on October 28 at Lethbridge.

Hockey

The Vikings play in Red Deer in a preseason hockey game on September 15 and then go to Portage on September 29.

Augustana hosts the Red Deer Kings on October 14 at 6 p.m. in the home opener.

Volleyball

The Vikings open in Grande Prairie (NorthWest) on October 13 and 14. The home opener is on October 20 against Keyano.

Basketball

The Vikings host SAIT in a preseason game on September 29 and Lethbridge on October 7. The home opener is on October 14 against Lethbridge.

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By Murray Green

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

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

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 Lougheed manager Nick Beach.

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.

What do you want?

So there I was at a favourite restaurant, sitting across from a friend I treasure, eating my favourite meal from the menu, complaining.

I noticed and was appalled. I know better. I even teach people about this. And I was doing it anyway, wasting precious time with someone I don’t get to see very often, complaining about a situation that irritated me.

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So why is it that, with a treasured person, I talked about something that bothered me rather than happy things that fill my life?

I don’t know.

But here’s what I do know. Focussing on things I don’t like is not useful. It causes me to get cranky and judgmental, to think the world is awful, to lose hope, to stop seeing blessings and opportunities.

If I don’t pay attention and change gears, focussing on things that bother me can ruin a day. What’s worse, I know that if I continue to focus on things I don’t like, I can slip into depression or even despair.

Not only that, when I’m focussing on things I don’t like, I’ve been gently informed that I’m not a whole bunch of fun for other people either!

All of that may be true for you too. ***

This is not about ignoring what needs attention, or pretending everything is fine when it’s not. It is about changing the focus of your attention so you can see positive possibilities and so you have the energy to tackle tough challenges.

The trick? Ask a different question. If something is bugging you, ask yourself, “What do I want?” Imagine what you do want. And if you let that percolate, quite often you begin to see glimmers of how you can move in a direction that is more to your liking. ***

Research verifies the benefits of focussing on what you do want instead of what bugs you. For example, in one study, researchers followed up six months after community groups had taken part in a “community improvement” weekend workshop. The researchers wanted to know if anything had changed in the community since the workshop.

Here’s the pattern they noticed.

Some communities focussed on the problems they wanted to fix in their communities. When researchers contacted them later, it seemed that nothing much had changed. The problems were still there, and people couldn’t see that much had changed – except for one thing. During the workshop, people had felt a glimmer of hope. However, six months later they felt even more discouraged because nothing much had changed.

Other communities spent time at the workshop focussing on what kind of community they wanted to have. At the end of the workshop, their “to do” list was about things they wanted to experience in their community. These communities had the same kinds of problems as the other communities, but they just kind of worked around or dealt with the problems on the way to creating something that excited them. They reported positive changes in the community, and they felt a sense of momentum.

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In a book called Leading from the Emerging Future by Otto Scharmer and Katrin Kaufer, the authors talk about “being pulled forward” by the vision of a positive future.

When I think about it, I’ve had that experience–imagining something wonderful and starting to percolate about what might improve the odds of it happening. Whenever I’ve done that, I notice that events and circumstances seem to conspire to bring the vision into reality.

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Here’s what I’ve learned in more than eight decades. What you focus on expands.

If you focus on things that irritate you, you get more things that irritate you.

If you focus on things that delight you, you get more things that delight you.

Pay attention to what you pay attention to, because it will expand.

And even when you know that, you sometimes forget. Sigh. Catch yourself. Stop. Ask, “What do I want?” and move on.

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

Nature agreement

Thank you for your coverage in the September 5th Country Booster of our agreement with the Nature Conservancy of Canada. While we are uncomfortable with being in the spotlight, we feel it is important to publicize the work of the NCC.

We’d like to clarify that the agreement in no way hampers our ability to continue using this land for pasture as it always has been. It prevents development of projects such as subdivision, gravel pits, intensive livestock operations or landfills. We are happy that this agreement guarantees that the land will remain in its natural state forever.

There are many properties along both the Meeting Creek and Battle River that have so far remained in their natural state. We hope that their owners will do what it takes to guarantee that it stays as a native grassland. We found that staff at NCC were very easy to work with. We’d be very happy to discuss this process with anyone interested or encourage you to contact NCC directly.

Faith and Terry Gabert, Meeting Creek

Community support

On behalf of the Camrose Association For Community Living, I wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support and coverage you have provided us over the years.

Your unwavering commitment to spotlighting the work we do has had a profound impact on our organization’s mission and the communities we serve. Your dedication to promoting local initiatives and highlighting the efforts of non-profit organizations like ours is truly commendable.

The articles, pictures and The Booster covers you have generously published have increased awareness of our cause. Through your extensive reach, you have allowed us to connect with a broader audience, furthering our efforts to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

We are truly fortunate to have a local newspaper that cares deeply about its community and the organizations working tirelessly to improve it.

As we continue our journey to create positive

change, we look forward to collaborating with you in the future, as your support has been instrumental in our growth and success.

Once again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your ongoing support. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and create a brighter future for our community.

Cherilyn Sharkey, Camrose Association For Community Living

Exceptional coverage

Tremendous thanks to The Camrose Booster for the exceptional and extensive coverage of our free Spaghetti Supper initiative. We are so fortunate to have this level of marketing, the ample contributions by volunteers, and the small business community assisting us to make this weekly supper possible. On last week’s Booster cover, we completely missed recognizing a donor family that is critical to our undertaking.

We need to recognize Bev and Cliff Drever for their remarkable donation of about 650 pounds of ground beef that we use in blending our tasty sauce. We know the Drevers are not the kind of people who seek out public thanks, but we want people within The Booster’s coverage area to know of this couples’ extreme generosity. Also, a huge thank you to Brian Nelson for his incredible support in writing up our grant applications.

Holly McIndoe and Bonnie Cooke, Camrose

Population growth

Arnold Malone’s guest editorial was right on the money by identifying the most important root cause of our environmental crisis; namely, unprecedented population growth that is consuming the earth’s finite resources and degrading our environment. It is probably the most difficult causal factor to reverse as well.

While Mr. Malone argues that some demographers forecast a stable world population on the order of 10 billion people; computerized models developed some 50 years ago forecast a massive population decline in the latter part of the 21st century making it difficult to reconcile a sustainable, stable and peaceful future for our grandchildren.

Dr. Dennis Meadows at MIT assembled a team of the top two dozen scientists in the world to study “The Predicament of Mankind” and the results of their study was published in 1972 entitled The Limits to Growth. Computer models were constructed to study the factors contributing to population growth, economic growth, natural resource utilization, pollution generation, climate, quality of life, etc.; the models were populated with historical data from the World Health Organization, the Food and Agricultural Organization and national databases from all developed nations.

The models could not take into account unpredictable events like pandemics, wars, drought, volcanic eruptions, natural disasters and the like. However, no matter how the models were “tweaked” and “what if” ed, all projections led to a massive population decline. In addition, Meadow’s forecasts some 50 years ago accurately predicted the climate changes we are currently experiencing but religious and political leaders found it expedient to ignore the findings. Sustainability and stability could be attained only by applying somewhat extreme solutions; one such condition was for every couple to have only two children. The two major reasons why population control has failed are (i) religious leaders have managed to keep population control off the agenda at every international environmental conference beginning with the Rio Conference in 1970 and (ii) patriarchal societies and people in developing nations tend to view large (extended) families as a means to care for their elders when social system supports are lacking.

The world’s population in 1972 (at the time of the study) was approximately 3.3 billion; currently, it is about 7.7 billion so that condition obviously hasn’t worked well.

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• Dr. W.J. (Si) Siwak was presented a regional award from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Dr. Stewart Hamilton, from the college’s governing council stated that the award was established to identify people who have made a significant contribution to their community, adding, “Certainly in reviewing Dr Siwak’s contributions to the City, the Hospital, the Medical Profession and the Community at Large, he is clearly deserving of this award.

• The Ronning Lodge of the Sons of Norway sponsored a City Center Camrose planter at the corner of 50 Street and 48A Avenue, immediately north of Messiah Lutheran Church. On hand for the official launch photo were Ronning Lodge members Albert Anderson, Hans and Kay Espe, Arlet and Lloyd Reed and Cliff Larson, all dressed in traditional Norwegian garb.

• The Annual Threshing Day for Round Hill was a huge success. Between 400 and 500 people turned out for this celebration of farming heritage, hosted by Mickey and Alice Kushnerik. Ninety-one-year-old Erwin Wagner was one of the first to toss a bundle on the thresher along with others, including Bernie von Tettenborn, Len Douglas and Mickey Kushnerik

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• Two gliders, owned by the Air Cadet League of Alberta, were brought to Camrose on Saturday and Sunday. All of the eighty-three boys, who are members of No. 644 Camrose Rotary Air Cadet Squadron, who were interested in the experience were taken for a flight. In this operation, a tow plane towed the gliders aloft and released them at 2,000 ft. above the ground. After about ten minutes of arial sight-seeing, during which the cadets sampled the controls, they returned to land. Flying duties were carried out by four local pilots, Frank Meraw in the tow plane and Bob Hurlburt, Stu Bailey and Blain Fowler flying the gliders.

• Twenty-four directors of Ankerton Gas Co-op met in Bawlf. Canvassers submitted the required number of applications (two-thirds of the potential) for natural gas service and obtained the green light to proceed from the representatives of the Alberta Department of Telephones and Utilities, who were in attendance. Werner Koehli of Daysland was the first to submit his completed contract and cheque. Chairman of the Board of the Ankerton Gas Co-op is Ken Gerber and the secretary is Lillian Bohmer

• Gordon Dennis, the new President of the Lions Club of Camrose, expressed the appreciation of the club to Immediate Past President Max McLean when he presented him with a plaque bearing this engraved citation: “A testimonial of Sincere Appreciation to Max McLean. In honour and with deep appreciation for the distinguished and unselfish service given to the club while serving with outstanding leadership, vision and ability as President of the Lions Club of Camrose 1972-73.”

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Brown-eyed Susan plants are a common site in these parts and growing wild in fields around the county. A member of the Rudbeckia family, the domestic version, blanketflower, is a fast-growing hardy plant that adds a touch of nostalgia to a garden.

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Buffaloes open season away road games

By Murray Green

The Camrose Buffaloes bantam team play in the 12A side Mills Division in the Capital District Minor Football Association.

Camrose takes on St. Albert Fury on September 16, Fort McMurray on September 23, Millwoods Grizzlies on September 30 and Edmonton Wolverines on October 7.

The Buffaloes finally have a home game on October 14 against the Spruce Grove Cougars in Kin Park. Camrose is back in St. Albert on October 21.

The peewee squad play in the peewee nine-side division in the Capital Dis-

trict. They face Fort McMurray on September 16, Fort Saskatchewan on September 23, Beaumont on October 1 and St. Albert on October 7 before playing at home on October 14 against the Sherwood Park Northstars on Harry Andreassen Field in Kin Park.

The peewee squad also travels to Spruce Grove on Saturday, October 21.

Camrose will have two teams at the Golden Bears Division atom level, Navy and Red. They play in the six/side division in the Capital District.

Team Navy take on the Beaumont Blue Bears on September 17 at 1:30 p.m.

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After a game in Coaldale (Lethbridge) on September 23, the Wetaskiwin Sabres are in Camrose on Thursday, September 28 at 7 p.m.

The season wraps up with a game in Ponoka on October 12.

Josh Millang is the head coach and defensive coordinator. Adam Belanger is the offensive Coordinator, Brad Berger is the special teams coordinator and receiver coach, Noah Miles is the offence assistant and running back coach, Rob Kienitz is the defence assistant and defensive back coach and Kim Kienitz is the team manager.

Volleyball

The senior teams will be hosting Maskwacis on September 19.

The Grade 9 teams will be hosting a tournament on September 15 and 16. The junior version of the Earle Berry Tournament will be held on September 22 and 23.

Running

The cross-country runners will be heading to Brownfield on September 14 before holding a meet on September 21 in Camrose.

The New Norway Spartan Tough Run is on September 28.

Camrose travels to Beaumont to play the Leduc Cats on September 24.

Team Red face the Beaumont Orange Bears on September 17 in Beaumont. Camrose travels to Beaumont to play the Millwoods Grizzlies on September 24.

Email general inquiries to camrosebuffaloes football@gmail.com or for more information on how to register for the season.

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The title of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder article in the September 5 Camrose Booster, page 14 should read Raising awareness for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Will Voth works on his hand-built version of a motorized vintage machine operated by belts and pulleys during the Culture Days, Country Fair held at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum on September 10.

Kodiaks win two straight preseason games

By Murray Green

Camrose Kodiaks of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) edged the Fort McMurray Oil Barons 5-4 in a close exhibition contest in Spruce Grove on September 2.

Five different scorers ended up on the scoresheet for the Kodiaks. Camrose led 3-2 after the opening 20 minutes with Lucas Lemieux (on a power play), Blake Green (unassisted) and Alexander Bryson led the offence.

Fort McMurray evened the score in the middle frame as they scored twice and Camrose netted one, a tally from Oliver Gabrielson.

The lone goal in the third, and the game winner, came from Kodiaks forward Owen Lansing.

In net, Brett O’Hallorhan started the game for Camrose and made 23 of 27 saves. Gage Roberts came in relief and made all 12 saves he needed to make. The Kodiaks recorded 33 shots on goal.

Camrose beat the Spruce Grove Saints 6-2 with three goals in the middle frame on September 6.

In the first period, Spencer Masters opened the scoring for the Kodiaks to pull even at 1-1.

It was all Camrose in the middle frame with defencemen Lucas Lemieux and Oliver Gabrielson scoring before Rhett Miller gave

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the Kodiaks a three goal lead.

Mason Svarich and Carson Brisson netted third period tallies for the Kodiaks.

Goalie Charlie Zolin stopped nine of 11 shots he faced. Camrose recorded 40 shots on goal.

Camrose also lost 10-1 to Sherwood Park. Cooper Sharp collected the only marker for the Kodiaks.

Goalie Nicholas Taylor started for Camrose and made 17 saves on 21 shots. Kannen Kirkwood stepped in to make 13 saves on 19 shots. Camrose fired 25 shots at the Crusaders’ cage.

Camrose opens the season against the Whitecourt Wolverines on Friday, September 15 on the road.

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on Saturday, 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 in Calgary.

Coach Derrick Martin named Jamie Crooks and Shawn Gervais as assistant coaches for the upcoming season.

Community band to hold annual fall open house

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preparing for another season of music.

“We are hosting our annual open house on Tuesday, September 19 at the Ecole Camrose Composite High School band room,” said Sean McIlveen, business manager of the band.

Registration starts at 7:30 p.m. with an information session to begin at 8:15

p.m. Refreshments will be provided.

For more information, contact director Tom Spila at 780-672-1051.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

The Camrose and District Community Band practise at the high school with director Ton Spila leading the group.

Community Registration Night draws big crowd

Lori

Within the first 20 minutes of the opening at 6 p.m. of Community Registration Night, over 200 attendees had come through the doors at the Community Centre. Crowds mingled amidst a variety of vendors, registering themselves or children for organizations’ upcoming seasons, inquiring about the different services offered and discovering volunteer opportunities.

Larsen, Camrose Booster

Camrose and District Craft Centre president Annette Sarginson, right of table, speaks to attendees at the annual Camrose Community Registration Night held at the Community Centre on September 7.

Camrose Fire Fighters Brendyn Voytechek, left, and Cory Erikson, right, give 15-year-old Augustana international student Matilde Tunon the full bunker gear experience during the Community Registration Night.

Throughout the evening 10 different organizations performed demonstrations for the crowd including, top photo, the Camrose Spirals and, bottom photo, Camrose Children’s Choir.

From left to right, Camrose Arts Society president Stephanie Lane, director/social media Donna Hanson, and secretary Crystal Ozment were available to answer questions about the Society and the great work it does to promote local artists.

City deals with stray dogs

By Lori Larsen

An unfortunate result of not having your dogs spayed or neutered and not having them properly licensed can be an increase in strays wandering throughout the community, eventually picked up by law enforcement and subsequently turned over to Long Lane Kennels.

An even sadder reality is that kennels throughout the province are nearing, if not over, capacity making decisions on what to do with these animals very difficult.

In an effort to educate Camrose residents, City of Camrose Community Peace Officer Kaitlyn Schneider shared information on the bylaws regarding dog licensing, dogs off leash, dogs at large and aggressive dogs in the City of Camrose, as well as statistics on calls to service.

In accordance to the City of Camrose Dog Control Bylaw, 3257-23 Part 1 Section 5, every owner of a dog, six (6) months of age or older shall license such dog with the City and pay to the City a license fee in accordance with the city of Camrose Annual Fees and Charges Bylaw.

“Every dog licence must be renewed at the beginning of the year (January),” explained Schneider adding that dog licences can be purchased any time throughout the year, however as an incentive the City offers a reduced fee for the entire month of January.

“But once the price increases after January, the price will remain the same throughout the year, no matter when you purchase the licence.”

Schneider noted that there is also a reduced fee for neutered or spayed dogs which she indicated helps control the population.

“The tag has the year on it along with a new licence number every year assigned to that dog, and at all times when a dog is on any property other than that of its owner, the tag issued to that dog must be attached to a collar or harness worn by the dog.

“If your dog does happen to get out, then I can look at the collar, see the tag number and match that up with City records and return your dog back home.”

To date in 2023, the City of Camrose has sold 1,103 dog licences, up from 2022’s total of 790 licences.

“The huge jump in numbers the last few years, correlates with the higher number of dog complaints we have been receiving,” remarked Schneider.

The types of dog complaints received by Schneider include dogs off leash, dogs at large, barking dogs and aggressive dogs.

“We receive a lot of complaints about dogs being off

leash in areas where they must be on leash.”

According to the bylaw, Section 22. No owner shall allow their dog to be or to remain on any property not their own unless: (a) a leash of sufficient strength to restrain the dog, and not longer than 2.0 metres is securely attached to the dog, and (b) the leash is being held by a person able to restrain the dog, or (c) the leash is securely tied to a stationary object which cannot be moved by the dog, or (d) the dog is being exercised in a designated off-leash area.

While Schneider recognizes that some people feel their dogs are calm and in their minds harmless, she reminds dog owners that they are animals and their reaction to every event may not be predictable. “For not only the safety of others and other dogs, but the safety of your own dog, it is imperative, and the law, to keep your dogs on leash.”

As of July 31 of this year, the City has received 71 Off Leash/Loose Dog complaints.

With regards to dogs at large, Schneider said that a large percentage of the times she responds to dogs at large it is the result of a gate being accidentally left open or a leash breaks and the dog escapes the confines of their homes.

She explained when a complaint is received that either herself or a police officer (when available) will attend the area of complaint and make every effort to seize the dog.

In the event that you see a dog at large, Schneider encourages you to contact Camrose Police Service to report the dog and provide dispatch with details on the whereabouts of the dog at large, a description of the dog and the direction it may be heading.

When dogs are seized, by enforcement in Camrose, they are taken to Long Lane Kennels (pound keeper). “They (staff at Long Lane) check for microchips first and if the dog is micro chipped then Long Lane will contact the registered owner on record.”

She added that dog owners need to ensure the micro-chip is registered and added online so the information is available in the event the micro-chipped dog is seized and turned over to the pound.

Schneider said that if the dog has changed owners, that may not be successful. “If the person who chipped the dog is no longer the owner, ownership has transferred, and the new owners didn’t update the information on the chip, they may not be able to contact the dog owner. It is required of dog owners to ensure that information is updated of any changes.”

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If there is no microchip then Long Lane will post a photograph and description of the dog and where the dog was located to their Facebook page as well as the Camrose and Area Lost and Found Pets Facebook page.

Schneider reported that a large percentage of the time this method is successful and owners are able to claim their dogs.

Dog owners are reminded that all fines, fees and costs applicable to impounded dogs are the responsibility of the dog owner and will be paid upon redemption of the dog.

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster City of Camrose Community Peace Officer Kaitlyn Schneider checks Jaxon’s dog licence tag to make sure everything is in order. Shortly after, he got a treat for being such a good boy and abiding by the law.

Fire Training facility committee presents prototype to City Council

By Lori Larsen

Camrose Fire Department (CFD) Fire Training Facility Committee presented an update on the progress of the training facility to City of Camrose council during the August 28 Committee of the Whole meeting.

CFD Chief Peter Krich began by explaining that since the February 6 City of Camrose Council regular meeting a Training Facility Design Committee has been established consisting of Captain Ben Paulson, Captain Rob Olson, Lieutenant George Parnall, Lieutenant Paul Gibson, Lieutenant Gary Smith and firefighter Ryley Sexton.

“Some committee members went out and toured a lot of the facilities around the province and got some ideas and thoughts from everybody else,” said Krich. “They did a lot of research and information gathering and brought it back to the Committee. Then the Committee reviewed both CFD fire department training and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) training requirements and the job performance requirements and put all those pieces together to find out what the needs are,

the things that are going to help us with this training facility to meet the training objectives.”

Krich said that aside from examining the actual requirements the Committee determined the props needed to meet the objectives.

“Once that was all figured out it was coming to the point where we needed to come up with a draft design of what this all looks like.”

Smith indicated that after touring other facilities in central Alberta he is much more educated of what can be accomplished at the training facility.

“Initially I thought this was live fire training activities but it is so much bigger, so much more than just live fire.”

He further stated that the facility will enable them to practice methods that are just not feasible in other facilities.

Paulson said that one of the challenges for the Design Committee was how to design a facility that not only facilitates all the training, a facility that will progress as a firefighter’s career progresses.

“We can design a facility that is very good at initiating probationary firefighters and getting them

up to speed but it may lack in challenging senior firefighters and officers as they progress in their training,” explained Paulson.

“The Design Committee really focused on looking at those training objectives for each level, then took that information and put it into our design.”

What the committee came up with is a design that is reconfigurable, adaptable and works within the 10 sea can restraint.

“Within that design we really focused on the props and movable walls and some of the other things that would really expand this facility to meet the training needs of all our firefighters.”

In referring to design

concepts included in the report, Paulson said that while the outside of the facility looks like a live burn the facility will allow them to train on fire suppression, search and rescue and rescue that has nothing to do with fire suppression.

“With the props in there we feel we have a well rounded facility that will take a firefighter from day one to their final days on the fire department,” explained Paulson. “We have also designed components to allow us to use multiple operations at once. We learned a lot more about what we can do with this facility, than just live burns.”

The next steps to be taken by the Fire Training Facility Committee include

the following:

• submit conceptual fire training facility design to City of Camrose Development for comment on development requirements;

• engage In house engineering for site surveying and development of site water management plan;

• develop Request For Proposal (RFP) packages with City of Camrose purchaser;

• issue RFP for pricing and;

• produce project marketing and information materials for community support.

Paulson explained that the main purpose of the committee is to confirm the design of a 10 sea can fire training facility, which upon council’s approval, will be located on Site A south of the City of Camrose Wastewater Treatment Plant off of Township Road 464.

The report was received for information. For details on the report or to view conceptual drawings visit the City of Camrose website at www/camrose.ca click on Your Government/Agendas and Minutes/Agendas/2023/ Comittee of the Whole Council/2023-08-28.

Bruins preparing for first hockey season

By Murray Green

The Camrose Bruins are busy preparing for a new North Central Hockey League season.

The league also announced that Wetaskiwin Longhorns have been accepted into the league for the upcoming season. Teams agreed to go with two divisions, north/south divisions. Each team will play within their division four games and the teams from the other division once for a 16 game season. It won’t be a balanced schedule.

All teams will be eligible for playoffs with teams from each division playing off to determine north and south division champions, who will then meet for the Vanberg Cup.

The regular season will commence on September 30th and continue until the first week of February. The Vanberg Cup playoffs will start on the February 9th weekend. The first round will be a best of five, while the semifinal and Vanberg Cup final series will be best of seven.

All teams will be required to use the Live Scoring function on the website for all games in 2023-24. The use of this function will help keep fans up to date on their favorite teams in real time.

The Bruins will be co-coached by Tylor Keller and John Fletcher. Assistant coaches will be Ken Bradley and Tanner Korchinski.

Home games will be at the Max McLean Arena beginning at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. The home opener is on Saturday, September 30 against Wetaskiwin.

Other home games are on Saturday, October 21 versus Morinville; Saturday, November 4 against Red Deer; Saturday, November 11 versus Lacombe; Saturday, November 18 against Wetaskiwin; Friday, December 8 versus Bonnyville; Saturday, January 6 against Lacombe and Saturday, February 3 against Red Deer.

Image courtesy of Camrose Fire Department Design prototype of future CFD Fire Training Facility.

Where every guest f ls at home

Camrose Ricky’s All Day Grill owners Andrea and Gersom Gamayot are excited to offer that same warm atmosphere they fostered with the Humpty’s Restaurant in the new Ricky’s All Day Grill located in the longtime Humpty’s location.

Andrea and Gersom began their restaurant career in Camrose in 2017, managing Humpty’s and in 2019, proudly took over as owners, excited to be an integral part of Camrose’s dining experience.

They built a welcoming reputation along with a menu of delicious food that they are continuing with the transition to Ricky’s, including some of Camrose’s favourites – pan scramblers, perogy platter, banana split waffle and their famous steaks

Known for its famous quality breakfasts, Ricky’s also offers delicious menu choices for lunch and dinner for anyone wanting to enjoy quality food in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.

The friendly staff at Ricky’s prides themselves in making sure each guest feels welcome, whether it is their first time to the restaurant or they are regulars. It is not unusual for a guest to be called by their name or asked if they would like “the usual”. It’s that type of service that makes guests feel so special.

Andrea and Gersom agree that it is Ricky’s amazing staff who contribute greatly to the overall experience for guests.

In recognizing the importance amily and friends coming

, Ricky’s also offers e in the restaurant for functions and events where sharing and good food can yed in an area ecluded from the est of the diners. his function oom is also the perfect place for organizations to host special occasions,

meetings or other events

Ricky’s family-style restaurants are a wellestablished dining option that began as a panc restaurant in British Columbia in 1960. The franchise prides itself in making each restauran unique to the community it serv This is obvious the minute guests w in the Camrose Ricky’s and notic featuring photographs, old and ne

“This Ricky’s is exclusively for C ,”

Besides enjoying a sit-down meal, where you are treated like you are the most important guest, Ricky’s also offers diners the option of orders to go

Treat yourself or the family to a night away from your kitchen and let Ricky’s staff do what they do best – serve you with wonderful hospitality.

Andrea and Gersom are delighted to be providing Camrose and surrounding area, as well as out-of-town guests, with high quality menu options and exceptional guest service while continuing to be proud, supportive members of the community.

Whether it is a hearty delicious breakfast, a lunch break or dinner out, Andrea and Gersom and all the staff at Ricky’s are here to give you what you need, time off from the kitchen, and serve you what you want

5606-48 Avenue, Camrose (Previous Humpty’s location) Phone 783.672.5559

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Successful Fringe show launches another season

By Murray Green

Phoenix Academy for Theatre Arts is gearing up for a new season of education for children in the community. They sent eight students to the children’s version of the Edmonton Fringe Festival.

The show Right Before Your Eyes was written by Carl Ferarra and Steve Hartman.

“As a summer camp, we wanted to send a group of students to the Fringe. Originally, we were going to do a youth production, but we were invited to the Children’s Fringe instead,” said Sam (Samantha) Yanosik, executive director for Phoenix Academy for Theatre Arts.

The students were part of the regular classes at Phoenix, in the Camrose United Church. “We were asked to do six shows, but we ended up doing five because one was rained out. It was exciting and we had a great turnout for the shows. We had a big open tent with a stage and people could come in and watch the show. It was a good

experience for our students,” she added.

Local students in the musical theatre were Gage Orgonoski, Anna West, Nelida Ragan, Sam Krause, Reese Callicott, Maizie Rutledge, Fiona Rutledge and Emily Rutledge (both actor and director).

“Last year, we had 13 students ranging from eight to 18 years old. We sent the eight students for a challenge and keep them interested in theatre. This show was an adaptation of King Midas, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, but mildly modernized. It was a fun show with little preparation because the students got into costume in front of the crowd to tell the stories. Emily Rutledge has been our director since we opened two years ago,” said Sam.

Instructors for the 2023-24 season are Aubrie Paquette, ballet; Emily Rutledge, musical production/ homeschool drama; and Emily Yansoik, choreographer

musical production/introduction to musical theatre.

“We have 14 students registered for this year already and we haven’t hit registration night yet (September 7). I would like between 13 and 20 students this year. If we go over 20 students, then it is a bigger production and that is not what we are about here. We are here for education and getting children interested in theatre before they take it in school,” Sam added.

“The students learn everything from stage production to choreography and vocal work. Everything is a learning experience for them. We want quality and challenging shows, but within our limits. All parts in the show are learning experiences and important,” said Sam. “I think it is great that we get the students interested in arts before they take drama in school. We focus on musicals because you get the trifecta of choreography, vocals and acting. We teach

Phoenix

the students tips on how to memorize. We had a nineyear-old memorize the entire show, just because we can make it easier for them. All of the students learn together, no one is learning their part by themselves. This allows to inter-change people if someone gets sick or can’t perform in a show.”

The students become almost like family when they attend the theatre program.

“We encourage the students to expand their experiences, such as join Churchmice Players or go on to MacEwan University,” she said.

“The students attend the classes on Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m., and then Wednesday evenings 7 to 8:30 p.m. and perform six shows. We would like to expand our program to include set building. We are looking for an instructor for that,” Sam added.

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Academy for Theatre Arts students perform at the children’s fringe in Edmonton. Local students in the musical theatre were Gage Orgonoski, Anna West, Nelida Ragan, Sam Krause, Reese Callicott, Maizie Rutledge, Fiona Rutledge and Emily Rutledge (both actor and director).

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Punch Drunk Cabaret wraps up summer at casino

By Murray Green

Punch Drunk Cabaret is joining forces to create The Rock and Roll Burlesque Show at Camrose Resort Casino, on September 23 beginning at 8 p.m.

“We represent a time when musical acts dressed their best, bringing stadium-rock energy to every stage they played, regardless of size. The result has been an ever-growing following whose enthusiastic audience participation is central to each and every performance. It’s that dedication to showmanship that’s secured Punch Drunk Cabaret many a main stage appearance, often closing out the night due to the unmatched energy of their live set,” said band leader Randy Bailer.

“Bands change members and with that the sound also changes with the new elements. We have always been evolving, but still maintaining that high energy sound. I always tell the joke about that we are a brand new band, for 12 years now,” laughed Randy.

Punch Drunk Cabaret’s sound is a mix of rockabilly swing, glam blues and an-

themic ’80s era rock. “We intentionally want to recreate the excitement that live shows used to have,” said Randy. “This tradition began with the rebelliousness of the 1930s swing kids, then amplified by acts like Elvis Presley in the ’50s before going global with the MTV generation in the ’80s. What sets us apart from any other act is our ability to fuse these diverse influences into something fresh and exciting,” added Randy.

The trio is rounded out by bassist Twotone

Teddy Roy and recruit, keyboardist/percussionist Rob Robot Ducharme. The pair perfectly personify the band’s sound with Roy’s vintage bass approach being the ideal counterpoint to Ducharme’s more modern electronic sounds.

“We have a little more technical sound now and that comes with adding a keyboard player. Rob played with my former band, Screwtape Lewis. It breathed new life into those 10-year-old songs and made them more powerful,” Randy explained.

Although considering themselves a live act first,

Punch Drunk Cabaret has steadily been accumulating awards and nominations for their recordings and music videos. They are the first ever Alberta-based act to win both an Edmonton and Calgary Music Award and, while even amidst the pandemic shutdown of live events, they still managed to clinch a pair of international awards for Best Soundtrack following their contributions to the indie flick, Boneyard Racers

“The biggest compliments we get are from the long-time supporters. They say this is the best we have ever seen the band,” said Randy.

They have made appearances with Trooper, Sheepdogs, Bif Naked and Hawksley Workman.

“We have released a video, worked on music for a film and won three international awards, so we have been busy. We have been touring this summer and I am excited to be heading back to Camrose where we have a great fan base,” he said.

“The film, three songs and a cameo appearance, has opened some doors for

us. This rock and roll show that we are doing at the casino is something we have been dong on and off for the past three years. We think it is an interesting pairing. One thing we wanted to change was the billing of an opening act and a headliner. We want them mixed in as one big show,” explained Randy, about the upcoming show.

“Burlesque is from the turn of the century and we play vintage style of music and people love it. We have had several sold out shows with this mix,” said Randy. “Because of this pairing, it has led us to casinos and not just places like the Bailey Theatre. This is the closest to a Vegas show that you will get in Camrose.”

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Randy Bailer, middle, fronts the Wetaskiwin band Punch Drunk Cabaret at the Camrose Resort Casino this month.

We hope that you will be able to join us!

BALLET STARS

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Two Ballet Camrose students were recipients of the International Cecchetti Ballet Exam. Autumn Steinke, front left, and Theia Elliott shared the honours with instructors Cassandra Olsen, back left, and Colleen Salahub Olsen. The amazing dancers passed their Grade 2 international exams that are recognized worldwide, a great Camrose achievement.

Irish music celebrated at Bailey

By Murray Green

The Bailey Theatre has a great lineup of shows planned for this season. Here are some of the highlights.

Irish Mythen of Ireland visits Camrose on September 16 at 8 p.m. She is part of the Rose City Roots Music Society series.

Her latest release Little Bones gained her recognition around the globe, including a 2020 JUNO nomination for Contemporary Roots Album of the Year, seven Music PEI

2020 nominations and two wins–Touring Artist of the Year and Roots Contemporary Recording of the Year, and a Canadian Folk Music Nomination for Solo Artist of the Year.

Acts of Charity will have a super hero edition this fall. Infinite Imagination Travelling Theatre will have shows on Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23 at 7 p.m.

The evening features two one-act superhero plays, Heroes and Clerks

and The Adventures of Captain NEAT-O Man. The two plays cover drama, comedy, and the complexity of relationships. A portion of the proceeds will be passed on to The Open Doors.

Bailey Buckaroos Classic Country Music Extravaganza. Special guests are featured each month with performances at the Bailey Theatre. Enjoy the Buckaroos on September 24, starting at 2 p.m.

Join us at the Bailey to see and hear the sights and

sounds of the old west. Bailey’s Buckaroos is a classic country music extravaganza, which is fun for the whole family

The Commonwealth Comedy Tour brings three professional touring come-

dians, one Canadian and two Australians, to the Bailey stage on September 29 at 8 p.m. Chris Franklin is one of Australia’s premier comedy stars. Lars Callieou has appeared at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montréal.

The automotive section of

Camaro convertible stays in the family

By Murray Green

Samuel Mize of

owns a 1988 Chevrolet Camaro convertible that he is driving.

“My grandfather had this car, I’m not too sure when he got it. This was kind of his car and since I was about 15, I had my eyes on this car. I was thinking when he decides to sell this car, I’m going to swoop in and buy it,” revealed Sam.

The Chevrolet Camaro is a mid-size American automobile manufactured by Chevrolet, classified as a pony car. It first went on sale on September 29, 1966, for the 1967 model year and was designed to compete with the Ford Mustang.

“In fall of 2020, I purchased it and that is how I have the car now. My dad also has a Camaro, newer, but I thought it would be nice that he has one and that I have one too. The fact that it was my Grandpa’s means that it is a family heirloom a little bit,” Sam added.

The Camaro shared its platform and major components with the Firebird, produced by General Motors’ Pontiac division that was also introduced for 1967.

“I really like the fact that the car is a convertible. It doesn’t have a big engine in it, but it does have a decent amount of zip to it, a little bit of pep to it,” shared Sam.

“It has a 305 engine and a manual transmission.

Samuel

wanted to take over

grandfather’s

He wants to keep it as original as possible and he enjoys

That is another thing that drew me to the car is that it has a five-speed manual transmission,” he said.

Four distinct generations of the Camaro were developed before production ended in 2002.

FUN FACTS

The Camaro line was greatly simplified for the 1988 model year, starting with discontinuing the slow-selling LT model and dropping the base Z28. The IROC-Z package proved popular and the package became standard on Z28s. This resulted in two models remaining, the base coupe and the IROC-Z. Without the Z28 to bridge the gap between the base Camaro and the flagship IROC-Z, the previously standard aluminum 16-inch five-spoke wheels were now an option. Base IROCs now got the previous year Z28’s aluminum 15-inch five-spoke wheels (which also became standard on the base coupes) and P215/65-15 tires. Also, the old Z28’s ground effects and spoilers were now standard on the base Camaro coupes. Base models received a new raised spoiler for the first half production year.

All engines were fuel-injected this year with a 2.8L and a 5.0L 305 cid V8 that gained throttle-body injection, bringing net horsepower to 170. TPI manual transmission models were rated at 220 horsepower.

The IROC-Z was also treated to some small cosmetic changes. The Z28 logos on the ground effects below the doors and on the rear bumper changed to read IROC-Z. The large IROC-Z call-outs on the door moved from the front of the doors to the back, to put some space between the logos.

“I haven’t done a lot of things to it. I had an issue with the trunk because it didn’t latch properly. I messed around with it and kind of fixed it,” he laughed.

“I added a customized knob for the shifter that my brother made on a lathe. It is the classic 8-ball one, except it is two different kinds of wood,” Sam said.

“This has been a rough year for my car. I was backed into two different times. It didn’t have very many dents before, but now it has a huge dent. I currently have a piece of tape over it, but I’m going to fix it. The story is I have a friend who does car restoration, so I will have him fix it for me. I will add new paint for the car at the same time,” said Sam last fall.

The third-generation Camaro was produced from 1981 (for the 1982 model year) until 1992. These were the first Camaros to offer modern fuel injection, Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4 four-speed automatic transmissions, five-speed manual transmissions, 14-, 15- or 16-

inch road wheels, a standard OHV 4-cylinder engine and hatchback bodies. The cars were nearly 500 pounds (227 kg) lighter than the secondgeneration model.

“My goal is to leave it as original as I can. I’m pretty

sure I’m staying with the original colour. The rest will be regular maintenance. I want to keep this car as a summer driver. I want to keep this car for as long as I can,” said Sam.

Camrose

ALL IN THE FAMILY

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Mize

his

1988 Chevrolet Camaro convertible to keep the car in the family.

driving it around the city or to car shows.

STirewaps!

Lending a helping hand

By Lori Larsen

What started out as a vision of Jane and Jack Ross’ to meet the needs of people in Battle River County requiring immediate access to mobility equipment, has since flourished into the not-for-profit volunteer organization, the Battle River (BR) LendingPlace registered Society.

Based off the model of the Lending Cupboard in Red Deer and MediLend in Wetaskiwin, the BR LendingPlace will offer, free of charge, clean, repaired and appropriate medical equipment, following an assessment, to those in need.

Funding

The Alberta Government will be providing seed money for the first three years, $50,000 each year for operations plus $25,000 for startup expenses.

“We will be able to use 50 per cent of that operational money to help pay off the private loan to purchase the building and property at 4702-44 Street (in Camrose) at a cost of $200,000,” explained BR LendingPlace board chair Erhard Pinno.

“This property suits the needs of the people who borrow equipment, along with storage, cleaning and care of the equipment prior to lending,” noted Pinno. “The savings alone for any not-for-profit society purchasing a property (as opposed to leasing or renting) is significant. We will be saving up to 50 percent of our operation expenses once the building is paid for.”

He further stated that donations will be needed now and in the future for sustainability.

“The LendingPlace Society is asking the community to consider making donations to repay the loan and contribute to the ongoing operations,” explained Pinno adding that the LendingPlace Society is applying for Charitable status and donors will receive charitable receipts when charitable status is attained.

“We are also free to use some of the operational grant to help pay off the loan.

“The plan is to sign the contract with the government at the end of September early October and as soon as the contract is signed we will receive the first year’s payment,” which Pinno said is required immediately to cover start up costs and get the organization operating as soon as possible. “We have asked for the first year payment all at once then after that stage it accordingly.”

The other $25,000 granted by the government will be used to help pay for renovations, signage, clean up and getting the building ready to proceed with lending. The process

Working with the Red Deer and Westaskiwin organizations has provided BR Lending-

Place Society with access to vital information such as start up procedures, policies, computer programs, tracking systems and other administrative necessities that will not only save time but provide a strong operational foundation.

“They are very helpful to us in this process,” said Pinno. “We don’t need to reinvent all the policies and procedures. They have established them well and practiced them and they know what works. So we will build on that and they are happy to work with us.

“The government sees what is happening in Wetaskiwin and Red Deer and this is the model they want us to follow.”

The equipment needed to fill the inventory needs of the Battle River LendingPlace will be provided by Alberta Health Services Camrose Home Care as well as donations from community members.

“Once the contract is signed we will meet with Camrose Home Care and determine how all the equipment will be transferred over to the LendingPlace, discuss the transition period to make sure there is no gap in service.”

Pinno indicated that Camrose Home Care is making every effort to ensure all the equipment being transferred over to the LendingPlace will be in good condition.

Depending on how the transfer of equipment and procedural logistics goes, the projected opening of the BR LendingPlace will be the beginning of the new year, January 2024.

“But hopefully sooner. The Alberta Government wants to make sure this is a smooth transition and we are ready to go. There is such a great sense of partnerships and alignment. So now we have to do our part.”

Volunteers needed

Like any not-for-profit organization, operations rely heavily on the support of dedicated volunteers and the LendingPlace welcomes anyone interested in being part of the team.

“We need to finalize our volunteer staffing,” said Pinno, adding a list of areas where volunteers will be needed.

First and foremost, the BR LendingPlace needs a volunteer coordinator and an office coordinator.

Other volunteer positions needs are as follows: helpers to repair and clean equipment under the coordination of Dwayne Falk; people to shovel snow and look after grounds; helpers to renovate the main building and storage garages on site and volunteers to sit on committees to assist with any of the above mentioned areas.

Pinno added that any retired medical personnel who are competent in assessment will be needed.

Looking ahead

In discussions with the Alberta government, BR LendingPlace representatives made

inquiries about sustainability of government support and were reassured that this is a long term partnership.

“Where I had some questions and concerns I think they have addressed them at this stage. We have a future here,” said Pinno. “We can depend that this is a good partnership. We are part of the total process for our community and we hope in the future that we will have outlets in other surrounding communities.

“We are in a beautiful country, but it is not perfect and no government will provide all the services at any time that are needed. It is not going to happen. We as citizens have to step forward and do our part to make it a better place.”

If you are interested in volunteering and being part of a service that has the potential to assist anyone in the community, contact Julie Girard at 780-678-9246 or Erhard Pinno at 780-672-1629.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Battle River LendingPlace board chair Erhard Pinno is delighted to soon be welcoming those needing the services of the Battle River LendingPlace at its location in Camrose

“

This property suits the needs of the people who borrow equipment, storage along with cleaning and care of the equipment prior to lending,” noted Battle River LendingPlace board chair Erhard Pinno.

ALL STYLES F

Stray dog concerns

Continued from page 15

According to the bylaw, Section 50, any dog, which has been placed in a Pound, shall be kept therein for a period of not less than three consecutive days, unless claimed prior by the owner or otherwise disposed of in accordance with the bylaw.

“Past the 72 hours, Long Lane has the ability to deal with the dog however they see fit,” said Schneider, adding that Long Lane typically waits longer exhausting every avenue of contacting the dog’s owner. “Their ultimate goal is to reunite the owners with their dogs.”

If dogs are not claimed Section 54 of the bylaw states: any dog that has been impounded, for longer than the period of time prescribed in the bylaw may, at the discretion of the City and/or pound keeper: (a) be spayed or neutered, micro chipped and adopted or sold, upon payment of all applicable fees and services, or (b) be euthanized by a veterinarian.

Schneider explained that unfortunately the number of unclaimed dogs is increasing province wide, which is putting increased stress on kennels.

“The reality is if they can not be adopted out or re-homed to a shelter or foster family the decision may have to be made to euthanize the dogs. But the goal is to make every effort to get new homes for these dogs.”

The bulk of dog complaints, thus far this year, fall under the category of Barking Dogs, which Schneider said require the officer to take into consideration a number of mitigating factors.

“When we get barking dog complaints the bylaw states that consideration may be given to the time of day of the complaint. If, for example it is at 2 in the afternoon versus 2 in the morning; the day of the week, week day versus weekend when more people may be at home; proximity of the property where the dog resides; nature and use of surrounding area and any effect of the barking. What is reasonably likely to annoy or disturb the peace of others.”

Officers also use discretion in considering the duration or excessiveness of barking, including a history of complaints and whether it is a more troubling concern.

As of July 31 of this year, the City of Camrose (bylaw enforcement) has received 55 dog barking complaints.

Schneider said that while not a large percentage of the complaints the City receives regarding dogs, fall under aggressive dogs (usually attacking other dogs/animals or people), they do make up part of the

overall calls for service, and as of July 31 of this year accounted for 19 complaints.

According to the bylaw, Section 40, if an enforcement officer determines that a dog is a dangerous dog, either through personal observations or an investigation initiated by a complaint, they may in writing: (a) inform the owner that the dog has been determined to be a dangerous dog, and (b) require the owner to keep such dog in accordance with the provisions of Section 37, Section 38, and Section 40 of the bylaw, and (c) inform the owner that if the dangerous dog is not kept in accordance with the provisions of the bylaw, the owner will be fined, or subject to enforcement action pursuant to the offences and penalties section of the bylaw.

“The number of calls received so far this year about people or dogs being attacked or bitten by other dogs has increased substantially compared to similar calls received in the past two years.”

Schneider explained that these rising numbers may be stemming from the pandemic, when a lot of people were home and unable to go out and socialize which meant their dogs (often obtained during COVID) also did not have an opportunity to socialize.

“Now people are back to work and these dogs are home alone and may not have been trained on how to deal or cope with these new schedules or environments.”

As of July 31 of this year, the City of Camrose bylaw enforcement has received 203 dog/animal complaints, compared to 2022’s total year complaints of 284, 2021’s total year complaints of 249 and 2020’s total year complaints of 207.

The total number of complaints for 2023 are further broken down to reflect, 71 dogs off leash or dogs at large; 55 barking dog complaints; 19 aggressive dog complaints and 23 general animal complaints which would include cats, deer and other animals and 35 “dog” complaints which includes complaints that do not fall into the other categories including welfare checks.

Schneider reminds residents that while it may be admirable to show concern for the well being of other peoples’ dogs, residents are advised to contact Camrose Police Service if they are worried or concerned and not take matters into their own hands.

“People should not be trespassing on other peoples’ property to attend to these dogs. Not only is trespassing against the law, if the dog has health issues, supplying them with food or water could be detrimental to the dog.”

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Seven-year-old Kai Gendreau of Camrose admired the race car tracks in both the trunk and front engine area of this car at the Round Hill Harvest Show and Shine.

Food trends

By Murray Green

Health and wellness is an important factor influencing food purchasing behaviour.

“The pandemic caused health and wellness trends to accelerate across the grocery industry, trends that are causing consumers to take a second look at their food,” said Ava Duering, competitiveness analyst with the Alberta government.

According to a July 2022 Deloitte survey of over 2,000 adults, while the cost of food has increased over the past few months, for fresh food producers and grocers looking to compete on more than just price, there may be a bright spot in consistent demand for health and wellness.

The survey also showed that health and wellness is an important factor influencing food purchasing behaviour. About 80 per cent of respondents believe fresh food is healthier than packaged or processed food marketed as healthy.

And about 75 per cent of respondents actively seek more personalized nutrition, up 13 percentage points from one year ago.

Producers, processors and retailers who can deliver on food that contains the ingredients that consumers deem as healthy and reformulate products containing ingredients deemed as unhealthy, will likely retain and attain consumers.

Many consumers believe that fruits and vegetables, whether fresh or as an ingredient in other food products and beverages, have a beneficial health impact. Alberta fresh fruit and vegetable producers and processors can capitalize on this market opportunity.

Consumers are seeing the link between immune support and the microbiome and are ready to eat products that have good gut bacteria such as healthy yogurts. Processors and retailers can benefit from this trend by producing and marketing products to appeal to the healthfulness of yogurt and dairy products.

Producers, processors, and retailers can maximize their potential market share by capitalizing on the e-commerce trend further entrenched during the COVID-19 pandemic, and develop both an in-store marketing strategy as well as an e-commerce strategy. “The key market drivers for healthy food are increasing adoption of healthy lifestyle, consumption of prebiotic and probiotic food, digestion and food intolerance issues, and building immunity and prevention of diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes,” added Duering.

Thomas Shaw

1941 ~ 2023

Thomas “Thom” James William John Shaw of Tofield, Alberta, passed away on September 2, 2023, at the age of 82 years, following a brief battle with cancer. Despite his renowned love of a “good argument,” this proved to be one he was unable to win.

Thom, the eldest of five children, was born on April 25, 1941, in Calgary, Alberta, to Edna (McGaffin) and Thomas E. Shaw. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Don, Trish and John, and an unnamed baby brother who died at birth.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jude; only child, Tamsin (James) McComb; two grandchildren, Endelyn and Malcolm McComb; and nephews and nieces, David Shaw, Meredith Shaw, Kristin (Eric) Hanson and Ethan Schlag.

Thom was firm in his wishes that no memorial or funeral service would be held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Camrose & Area Animal Shelter (4617-41 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 2Y8) in recognition of his affection for the motley crew of beloved pets who held an indelible place in his heart and featured prominently in some of his stories.

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DEATHS

Levi Ronald John Koop, of Sherwood Park, on August 25, at 35 years of age.

Carol Anne Hrabak, of Ferintosh, on August 29, at 71 years of age.

William “Bill” Henschel, of Camrose, on September 3, at 90 years of age.

Oswald “Ossie” Louis Rees, of Camrose, formerly of Whitemud, on September 4, at 88 years of age.

In loving memory of Connie Kvale

Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Friend, Sunday School Teacher, Community Member, Heart of Gold Recipient, Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal of Honour Recipient and loved Daughter of God Sunflowers

A storied poem in memory of the transition of our Mom When God called you, He sent a message ahead to comfort us He planned it long before we knew you would leave us

He guided you to your garden to plant seeds with family That became a magical garden under the stars

So we could sit with you in your memory

You taught us when God speaks, He reaches high

He speaks in waves and whispers, His breath draws portraits in the sky God had been calling you, He knew it took all your might To shine bright, not let Satan blow out your light

He gave you a quilter’s heart and hands

And You, your love of art, your girls … All “Jesus Loves Me” hearts

He knew every stitch you sewed

Would sew his love into all those holes

And every song you taught the kids

Would imprint His words in their souls

I would love to have felt the joy in God’s heart when He chose it

The flower He would use to show us

Your transition to Heaven had already started

A rose was your favourite here on earth, but that was just for you two

It needed to be a sunflower to shine brightly enough

To welcome home someone as special as you

The sunflower because of its ability

To self-seed, each seed shaped like a tear

Growing every word of Jesus that you shared

Through 50 years of Sunday school kids’ hearts and ears

He planted them years ago, just for this very day

Knowing exactly where and when they would announce you in this way

How each one would help spread His message

Continuing on with His work, announcing your special passage

For in his Omniscient nature, He removes any room for doubt

Each time He sends a messenger to tell us what it’s all about From your daughter in BC signaling it was time to go

To your niece in Saskatchewan blooming - God knew who would know

From the pictures in your hospital room

From the airport, the sunflower magnet

Each heart got the message

Each flower along your journey was already planted And all came together in love

To make the most beautiful Sunflower Garden

To make your road home bountiful.

I know when I get to Heaven, He will continue to mark the road to you… I will close my eyes and listen with my heart

To the sound of sunflowers blooming

And when I open my eyes, I know there you will be.

By Jaclyn Schacher

Blood red sun

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

An blanket of smoke from the Northwest Territories fires, covers the rising sun on September 5 causing an eerie effect and a bright red sun. This side effect of the smoke, that can travel for hundreds or even thousands of kilometres from the actual wildfire, is said to be caused when smoke particles block the shorter wavelengths of light from reaching the ground.

NORRIS, Doreen

1928 ~ 2023

“The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind.”

It is with deep sadness that we announce that our Mum, Granny, Great-Granny, Aunt, friend, and unconditional supporter, Miki (Doreen) Norris (nee Cohn) went on to join Dad, Fran, Jen, and Paul on Saturday August 26, 2023, at 95 years of age.

Doreen was born in 1928 on a stormy January day in Montreal, Canada, to Henry, Catherine-Irene and Irene (sister) Cohn. She was a firecracker from the start! She had an insatiable need to understand her world and, in spite of being a ‘Depression kid’, loved every minute of her childhood. She was immortalized in the book Girl in a Red River Coat, written by early school year friend Mary Peate, “I called on Doreen … She had always been the smartest girl in the class, one of those people who did everything well. She could knit argyle socks. She was the best smokie player, the best miniature golfer, and the best Monopoly player … Doreen was a Boardwalk and Park Place type of person.” Doreen grew up in NDG and went to St. Augustine School and Parish.

As the daughter of a Canadian Pacific Railway employee, Mum took advantage of the program that transported university students to and from summer employment, leaving Montreal for four summers to waitress at the Banff Springs Hotel. Our dad, Paul Norris, who also took part in the CPR program, loved to tell the story of going to see the new recruits getting off the train, and noticing a beautiful brunette from Montreal. He always said it was love at first sight, and spent the next four years pursuing her.

As described in the Montreal Gazette (1948) The ‘Vivacious 20-year-old Doreen Cohn’ graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Math and Statistics, Magna Cum Laude from Marianopolis College  and, with three college friends, took a trip to California. Along the way, she picked apples in the Okanagan which sparked her love of the Okanagan valley. It was an enormous adventure that also engendered her love of travel.

Mum went back to Montreal to work at Celanese in their textile division, a job she loved given her science degree and love of colours.  From her perspective and to the end of her life, there was never a colour that was just blue or green. It was periwinkle blue or azur blue or navy blue. She saw the world that way – one adjective was never enough to describe the people, places and experiences she had.

Dad finally convinced Mum to say yes (he proposed every summer they were in Banff) and, in 1951, they were married. The newly minted geologist and science graduate moved to Calgary. Babies started arriving (1952-1964) and they moved to Edmonton, raising their children, committed to family, faith and spending summers at their treasured ‘Fintry’ in the Okanagan.

On top of raising nine kids and being a full participant in our Dad’s business and political ventures, our ever-optimistic Mum was active in community/volunteer activities using her wit and wisdom to try and make the world a better place. This included parent school committees and church committees until we were all done (or almost all done) school. At that point, she became heavily involved in Catholic Social Charities, specifically spearheading the building of the Meals on Wheels Edmonton kitchen and distribution centre, and moving a dedicated ‘group’ from raising funds at Christmas for hampers to a registered separate society that became the Christmas Bureau of Edmonton. For a few years, she was able to combine her love of hockey and charity when Kevin Lowe, then an Edmonton Oiler, joined her as the first honourary chairman. Mum and Dad also began to travel. Mum once said ‘the planning was almost as much fun as the travelling’. They travelled the world on every size of boat/ship and treasured every single experience. Mum and Dad built a home on Dad’s beloved South 40 at the Village of Norris Beach in 1990 and moved out to Pigeon Lake.

Mum continued to create opportunities for the growing number of grandchildren to experience family traditions through Sunday dinners and holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. The annual nativity plays, organized by the eldest grandchild using costumes from Mum’s famous ‘tickle trunk’, were legendary. Mum and Dad lived at South 40 until 2012, when Dad ended up with significant health conditions that moved them to Camrose to be close to the care they needed.

After Dad died in 2013, Mum moved back to Edmonton to live at the Rosedale Villa which, as it turned out, was full of Catholic West-End Friends. She joined a writing group, choir, bridge, recreation group, and read at the weekly Catholic Mass. True to form, Mum served on the Rosedale Villa Council, and the

Christmas gratuity committee that raised money to provide Christmas Bonuses to the incredible Rosedale staff. She also was able to continue heading to the Okanagan for part of the summers right up until the last couple of years.

As an incredibly social person, Mum was hit hard by COVID and while she was able to have one family member as the ‘designated visitor’ for over 200 days of ‘lockdown’, not being able to leave her one bedroom apartment combined with advancing dementia took its toll.

We couldn’t be more grateful to every level of staff at the Rosedale Villa from the recreation and dining room staff to the health care aids, LPNs (especially Mary Jane), the Case Manager (Milan) and the admin staff. You became like family. We are also so thankful to Mum’s Home Instead companions – Coleen who organized groceries, all needs health related, weekly hair and nail appts; Edwinna singing and reading all things spiritual; and Tanya and Rhonda who spent the days with Mom, reading, feeding, praying, taking her on walks and caring for her above and beyond. Words cannot express our gratitude to Dr. Bill Gibson, who went above and beyond with Mum’s care.

Miki ( Doreen) Cohn Norris was predeceased by the love of her life, Paul (2013); her daughter, Frances (1998); her granddaughter, Jennifer (2017); and her grandson, Paul (2023).

She is survived by her children, Sheilagh, Diane, Dan (Deborah), Colleen (Adam), Tim (Sharon), Tony (Teena), Mark (Veronica) and Mike (Anita); her grandchildren, Mike (Chella), Tim (Laura), Kate (Jay), Emeleigh, Ben, Sam (Sukie), Courtney (Dillon), Brittany (Carter), Ryley, Alex, Aaron (Sam), Bobbi, Molly, Claudia, Jack (Tatum), Emma, Hudson and Finley; and her great-grandchildren, Reagan, Addison, Natasha, Will, Joe, Kate, Colin, Thomas, Lawson, Camden and Penny.

Mum also cherished being an aunt/great aunt to her sister Irene’s children, Chris, Carol, Mary Ellen and Peter, who knew her as Aunty Dene; and the Texas side of the family, who called her Aunt Miki.

Mum, you taught us through example. You were always kind and generous to everyone who had the good fortune of meeting you. You were patient beyond measure and listened with an opened heart, providing unconditional love. We will miss you beyond words, but take solace in knowing you are watching over us ‘until we meet again’.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 9850-148 Street, Edmonton.

Donations can be made in Doreen’s memory to Catholic Social Services, 12431 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB T5N 3N3. https://signofhope.cssalberta.ca/

The Watcher

by Margaret Widdemer (1884-1978)

She always leaned to watch for us, Anxious if we were late, In winter by the window, In summer by the gate. And though we mocked her tenderly, Who had such foolish care, The long way home would seem more safe Because she waited there. Her thoughts were all so full of us, She never could forget!

And so I think that where she is She must be watching yet. Waiting till we come home to her, Anxious if we are late, Watching from Heaven’s window, Leaning on Heaven’s gate.

To send condolences, please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com

Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home Downtown Chapel, Edmonton Phone 780-422-2222

John Chalmers

John Chalmers of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on September 7, 2023, at the age of 76 years.

He is survived by his sons Trevor and Sean; daughter Cindy; sister Elizabeth; as well as numerous family and friends.  A private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to a local animal shelter of your choice.

The most important way to remember those you will never forget.

Carol Anne Hrabak

February 12, 1952 ~ August 29, 2023

Carol Hrabak of Ferintosh, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at the age of 71 years.

Carol is survived by her children David Howe (Sheena) of Lethbridge, and Lisa Tory (Carl) of Camrose; sister Barb Sledz (Roger); her grandchildren David, Alisha and Dustin; niece and nephew Sonny Hrabak (Cindy) and Rhonda Reid (Howard) and their families; along with her special friend and companion Brian Wing. Carol was predeceased by her parents Anna Marie Hrabak and John Hrabak; her brother Andrew; sister Alice; and also, her partner of many years, Mike Tchir.

Carol was born in Camrose, to Anna and John Hrabak on February 12, 1952, and was raised on the family farm. She attended Edberg School and later NAIT, where she completed a Meat Cutting Course. She worked in the local Co-op stores as a meat cutter before moving to a job with Stelco in 1981, where she worked until she retired. While she worked a full-time job and raised her children, her heart pulled her back to her family roots. She honoured those roots by raising cattle and planting her gardens every year.  She enjoyed painting, snowmobiling, cruising around the farm on her side-by-side, the Sunday afternoon request line on CFCW, and watching her Toronto Blue Jays.  Her love of family and friends and gathering with those people was documented in the many, many photo albums she kept, which are such a gift to her family.

While her health limited her mobility in her later years, Carol enjoyed keeping in touch with family and friends by phone and Facebook. She always maintained those connections. Those calls and messages will be missed, as will her sense of humour.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Carol’s memory may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Mazankowski Heart Institute and their staff for the care received in her final days

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Oswald “Ossie” Louis Rees

July 20, 1935 ~ September 4, 2023

Oswald “Ossie” Louis Rees of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Whitemud, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023, at the age of 88 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Carol Rees of Camrose; children Ralph (Debra) Rees of Fort Saint John and Shelley Hurley of Camrose; grandchild Krysta Hurley; four additional  grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Ossie was predeceased by his parents Tom and Francis Rees; son David; parents-in-law Mike and Edith Krysta; brothers-in-law Dave Krysta and Ken Krysta; sister-in-law Pat Krysta; and son-inlaw Ray Hurley.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, from Burgar Memorial Chapel, 4817-51 Avenue, Camrose officiated by Rev. Mary Ann Pastuck.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Ossie’s memory may be made to Alzheimer Society of Alberta.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Robert Barry Francos

Robert Barry Francos passed away on Wednesday afternoon, July 5, 2023, at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, at the age of 68.

Robert is survived by his partner in life Marie Lovrod; daughter Nerissa; sonin-law Brent Dickson; granddaughters Sabrina Jardine and Brooklynn Dickson; great grandson Hudson Jardine; his brother Richard and sister-in-law Bernadette Francos; and his mother-in-law, Evelyn Lovrod.

He was predeceased by his mother Helen (Rosen); father Leo Francos; and father-in-law Ole M. Lovrod.

Robert was born in Maimonides Hospital in Brooklyn, NY, on May 10, 1955. He attended P.S. 128, then Lafayette High School, both in Brooklyn. He completed his undergraduate education at Kingsborough College in Brooklyn and then Queen’s College. Robert was Editor in Chief of both college newspapers. He completed a Master’s degree in Media Ecology at NYU in Manhattan, worked for several years in the publishing industry, then rounded out his NYC career with 13 years at McKinsey & Co, followed by two years at PR Newswire, before moving to Canada, where he ran the Learning Lab at the YWCA in Saskatoon until he retired.

Robert was a writer, photographer, music and film critic, a bonafide media ecologist who had a penchant for bringing likeminded people into thoughtful conversation, with a good measure of humour thrown in. In Canada, much to the surprise of his NYC crew, he became a gardener and wanderer of the plains and Northern regions.

Robert was gregarious, generous, kind, smart, and enjoyed life. He was always there for friends and family, who were also always there for him. Donations in his memory can be made to the YWCA in Saskatoon, the Kidney Foundation of Canada, or one can plant a tree in Israel in Robert’s name:  https://www.holylandtree.com/ ?gclid=CjwKCAjw2K6lBhBXEiwA5RjtCdunpTF2xUSJkMhl8fsbP38 fJqUlyMS68oDD2px2PwGyqJioGN37PxoCVR4QAvD_BwE

Friends and family will gather for a community Celebration of Robert’s Life at 2:00 p.m. at Bawlf Lutheran Church, September 9, 2023.

Those who attend will have an opportunity to share memories together.

Movie Under the Stars

On Saturday, September 2 the City of Camrose hosted the second annual free Movie Under the Stars event on the grounds of the Camrose and District Centennial Museum. A large crowd set down lawn chairs, blankets or gathered at picnic tables to enjoy the movie Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.

Balloon

Tiedemann of

Balloons was keeping the younger moviegoers entertained with his variety of balloon animals and objects.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

The Movie Under the Stars, drew a good-sized crowd of people of all ages, including families such as this one with multi-generations enjoying picnic food, popcorn and a night out together.

Two-year-old Joshua Bienvenu whiled away the time before the movie playing his version of Checkers.

City of Camrose Recreation and Culture summer employees Neve Stamp, left, and Autumn Joyce passed through the crowd of close to 200 people offering free bags of popcorn.

artist Justin

Backyard

Pictured left to right, Kristy McTavish, nine-year-old Aubrey McTavish and Elana Yaremkewich settled in for the start of the movie with their jungle masks.

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Be sure to deposit your entr y at the corresponding grocer y store for it to qual if y.

The winner of the September 4 Grocery Draw at M&M Food Market was Rose Kerr of Camrose; and the winner of the September 11 Grocery Draw at eway was Sheila McCaw Daysland. Someone will win $100 wort h of groceries from one of the stores shown above.

Safeway C d. e will win $10 0

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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

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DECORATION DAY – will be held at Zion Lutheran Church (Ryley South) on Sunday, September 24. Service at 10 a.m. Potluck lunch to follow. Coffee and juice provided. “Everyone welcome.”

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WANTED

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HELP WANTED

TIM’S ICE MANUFACTURING – is now hiring! The Rose City Curling Club is seeking a Club and Membership Coordinator for the upcoming season. To see a full job description, please visit our website at camrosecurling.com or contact us at sbrown@timsice.ca.

VIALTA LODGE – in Viking, is currently hiring for a casual cook and/or casual staff. Opportunity for more hours (full time) if willing to work in other areas. Apply with resumé to Vialta Lodge, Box 780, Viking, Alberta T0B 4N0, Email to: vialta09@telus.net or fax 780336-3591.

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Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays

Please call 780- 672-4793

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

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MAIN STREET RETAIL

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

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT – In excellent condition! Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one parking stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an elevator and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-233-0224 for more info or to set up a viewing.

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

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.

PARTIALLY FURNISHED BASEMENT SUITE – Now available. $900/mo. $900 DD/ first and last month. One bedroom, one bathroom, newly renovated. Looking for quiet student. No smoking, no pets. Private access. Call 780-679-0474 or 780888-1204 to arrange a viewing. Reference required.

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!

2 BEDROOM SUITE – very spacious and bright. Convenient downtown location, just one block from Co-op grocery store and Mirror Lake walking path, walking distance to University. Private balcony! Clean, quiet, non-smoking building. No pets. In keeping with our existing tenant profile, we are inviting inquiries from mature, responsible adults. Snow shovelling and yard care provided free of charge. $1000/mo. rent, one-year lease. Phone 780-679-7090.

DOWNTOWN OFFICE

SPACE – 4917-50 Street. Second floor with reception area, lunch room and two private offices. Elevator. $950/mo. includes utilities. 780-679-5085.

VERY NICE ONE-BEDROOM APARTMENT SUITE

– Unique floor plan includes 2 balconies and in-suite laundry. Close to downtown, college area. $1,000/mo. $1,000 DD. Includes heat, water. No smoking. No pets. Call Beckie at 587-557-9142.

UPSTAIRS APARTMENT

– 1000 sq. ft. above business on Main Street, Camrose. One bedroom plus den, one bathroom, laundry. NO PETS. NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND. Available October 1. $850/mo. rent plus utilities. $1000 DD. Call or text Christine 780-781-2411.

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.

MOTOMCO GRAIN TESTER – Model 919. $600. 780672-6538.

SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’

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REAL ESTATE

LATE 1970s SINGLE

WIDE MOBILE HOME –in Camrose South Side Park. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2-car driveway. Nice neighbours. Good investment property to rent out or flip. Asking $20,000 obo. Call Jim 780-678-7458.

GARAGE SALES

HEISLER TOWN WIDE

GARAGE SALE – September

15, 12-5 p.m.; September 16, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; September 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located throughout the town of Heisler. Contact Ashley at ashley.wolbeck@outlook. com or by text/call 780-781-7129 for list of participating addresses. 4201-58 STREET CLOSE –Friday, September 15, 12-7 p.m. Saturday, September 16, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Large assortment of art and wall hangings, books, CDs, dishes, collectibles, pinwheel crystal and fine china, toys, clothes, needlepoint and quilting items, luggage, wooden rocker, misc.

HUGE GARAGE SALE IN BITTERN LAKE – September

15, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; September 16, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; September 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motor lift, small welder, tool carts, metal cabinet, table saw, sawzall, jigsaw; couple old trunks. Hundreds of nails, screws of all sizes. Jacks and much much more. Also in house, HOUSEHOLD SALE. All my household is clean, like new. Few collectibles, such as buffet, clocks, cabinet record player and radio (radio works, needs some TLC), bedroom set. Everything is negotiable, must downsize. Turn into Bittern Lake off Highway 13, one block North, one block East. House on corner.

AUTO

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BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS

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RESPONSIBILITIES

* Oil changes and general ser vices

* Tire mounting and balancing

* Driveline and brake repairs

* Engine diagnosis and repairs

* Full par ts replacements on all makes and models

* Vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs

* Must be able to lif t over 50 lbs

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

Job Type: Full -time

Salar y: $30 to $40 per hour

Bene ts: Extended health care

Schedule: Day shif t, Monday to Friday

Internet Installation Contractor

Mundare/Ryley - MCSnet is seeking a Full-Time Internet Installation Contractor for the Mundare/Ryley area. You will be the face of MCSnet and will complete internet installations and service calls within MCSnet’s service area. We are looking for highly motivated and independent individuals who can provide our customers with quality service and expertise. The successful candidate will be fully trained using MCSnet’s customer service policies and our own internally designed software.

Duties Include: Performing all installation functions associated with the addition, modification and removal of MCSnet’s technology equipment and hardware including testing, drilling and running cabling, terminating network indoor and outdoor ethernet cable into RJ-45 ends.

Requirements:

Strong computer and technical skills are required.

Must be able to operate power tools skillfully.

Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

Must have a Ltd. Company with commercial insurance and WCB Account.

Must have a WCB Account.

Must have a clean criminal record check.

Must possess tools to perform internet installations and service calls.

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

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Submitted

Denise Robbins of the Camrose Association for Community Living was recognized as the City of Camrose recipient, for all the ways in which she goes above and beyond in her support of local students and families, helping ensure students have a better chance to succeed at school. She is with board members Patrick McFeely and Doug Algar.

Blair Buffalo was recognized for having a positive impact on schools throughout the division, through his work on Truth and Reconciliation. Blair supports learning of Indigenous culture and history specific to the area, as well as giving BRSD students the opportunity to view and experience First Nations artifacts. Blair is pictured with board chair Karen Belich and vice chair Doug Algar.

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Doing good for others, rewarded with great friendship

By Lori Larsen

Countless studies have proven the many benefits of volunteering. Whether it is the recipients of the goodwill, communities at large or the people doing the volunteering, the end result is much the same, pure joy.

For 91-year-old Margaret Nussbaumer and 90-year-old Vivian McCarthy, volunteering is something they both agreed, “It is just what we all should do.”

These two awe-inspiring ladies are delighted to be volunteering for the second year of the free community Spaghetti Supper, provided and served every Wednesday night at the Moose Hall by incredible community donors and volunteers.

As for Margaret and Vivian, they couldn’t have been better picked for the vital role they play in this wonderful initiative. As the front reception greeters, they provide a cheerful welcome to those coming in and a sincere “see you again” to those leaving.

Besides being the greeters, Margaret and Vivian are also responsible for counting the number of attendees and explaining the

process to first timers. And clearly, they take their responsibility very seriously.

The two ladies have been volunteering with the Supper since its inception in September of last year, rarely missing a day.

“You cannot be busy sitting around,” smiled Margaret, when asked why it’s important to volunteer.

The importance of breaking isolation and getting out in the community cannot be stressed enough for anyone, especially for elders. It provides a social

outlet where one can meet people of likemindedness not to mention a social network that can keep tabs on each other.

For Margaret and Vivian, the chance meeting as volunteers at the Supper has blossomed into what can only be described as a fun, honest and precious friendship.

“I told the organizers I wanted someone I can talk to (while sitting at the reception desk) and what do you know I got Vivian,” laughed Margaret.

“And I do talk,” piped in Vivian, between cheerful greetings to supper goers.

Besides their weekly visits at the Supper, catching up on each other’s lives, the two have also met for lunch and if one didn’t know better would assume they were life-long friends.

“We get along pretty good,” said Vivian.

The whole time I had the privilege of sitting with Margaret and Vivian at their post, there was not one person who came to the supper who did not receive a warm welcome, whether it was a joyful hello, a hand squeeze for the young ones, or a welcome back to those the ladies remembered from last year.

This particular night, the first supper of the second year, two of the regulars, an elderly couple who have made the Spaghetti Supper their “date” night, were celebrating their 70th anniversary and volunteers made a point of singing a little song.

As the couple exited the hall, Vivian rose to her feet and shook their hands, congratulating them. Of course that inspired a conversation about the longevity of their relationship, with the

couple smiling and laughing as they left.

“I have to get to know people and care about them,” said Vivian, about the people that come to the community supper. “When there is not much going on (at the supper), we watch how they (the supper goers) are associating, making friends and renewing friendships.”

When asked why they enjoy their volunteer work at the Supper so much, the answer came as no surprise.

“It has been very encouraging to see how people get together and the people who want to come and volunteer,” said Vivian.

“And the supper is really good too,” laughed Margaret.

As the smell of delicious spaghetti sauce wafted through the hall and people started to leave, their bellies full with a nutritious meal served by equally joyous volunteers, they received a hearty goodbye from Vivian and Margaret.

It’s hard to imagine the Supper attendees weren’t a little happier than when they first came in and that their day wasn’t made a little brighter. Mine certainly was.

4925-48 Street , Camrose, Alber ta T4V 1L7

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Margaret Nussbaumer, left, and Vivian McCarthy have developed a wonderful friendship through volunteer work with the free Community Spaghetti Supper.

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

Found out I was colour blind yesterday. That news came completely out of the purple I can't decide if people who wear pajamas in public have given up on life or are just living life to the fullest I never run with scissors.

(Actually those last t wo words were unnecessary.) Why is it called lukewarm? Why isn't it just called medium warm? What does Luke have to do with it ?

Therapist: "What triggers your anxiety?"

Me: "Nouns."

Therapist: "Nouns?"

Me: "Yes – persons, places and things."

Potato chips are basically like, "How would you like to eat a potato one page at a time?"

My son and I are getting new glasses tomorrow And after that ? We'll see

Me: "Yeah, I will probably die alone."

Waiter: "No, I said will you be dining alone?"

Me: "Oh."

Word to the wise: the most dangerous kind of canoes are volcanoes.

The only thing Flat-Ear thers fear is sphere itself

The next time someone tex ts me, "We need to talk", I'm going to reply, "Yes, we really do", just so that I won't be the only one stressing

I never nish anything. I have a black belt in Partial Arts.

Look out! It's Zucchini Season!

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Updated bungalow

By Lori Larsen

This nicely updated four-bedroom

bungalow is ideal for someone just starting out, wanting to own their own home, or it would be a great investment property for anyone planning their retirement. Located on Marler Drive, this home is close to City recreation facilities, parks and schools and is central to everything.

Updates to the home include flooring and kitchen, bathroom renovations, paint, shingles and windows.

The main floor of the home has a good-sized living room, the perfect place to soak in the warm natural light from the south-facing window.

The kitchen and adjacent dining area is the hub of the home where family can gather and enjoy a meal while sharing the goings-on of their day.

The updated kitchen has plenty of cabinets and counterspace, a full-sized pantry cupboard, a peninsula between the kitchen and dining area and a built-in workspace.

Three bedrooms and a four-piece bathroom offer plenty of room for a growing family, and a back door just off the kitchen gives you direct access to the backyard and keeps seasonal wear out of sight.

The finished lower level has a large family rec room where you can set up a big screen television for family movie night or cozy up in front of the woodburning fireplace. A good-sized bedroom and three-piece bathroom will give a teenager some extra privacy. The oversized laundry area could easily house extra storage.

Head outdoors to the backyard and your 24’ x 24’ detached garage with back alley access.

This four-bedroom home, located at 6704 Marler Drive and priced under $300,000 at $289,000, makes home ownership within reach. For a private viewing, contact Sascha Dressler at:

A guy walks into the doctor's o ce. A banana is lodged in one of his ears, a zucchini in the other ear, and a carrot stuck up one nostril. The man says, "Doc, this is terrible! What's wrong with me?" The doctor says, "Well, rst of all, you need to eat more sensibly."

Give a man a sh and he eats for a day.

Teach a man to garden, and the whole neighbourhood gets zucchini.

Did you hear about the woman who left a zucchini in her car while she went to work ?

At the end of the day she found that someone had broken in and lef t her three more.

What do you call a bikini that you wear to the zoo?

A zucchini

If you crossed a zucchini with the rst president of the United States, what would you get ?

George Squashington

Vegetables are essential to your diet

I suggest carrot cake, pumpkin pie and chocolate zucchini bread.

Substitutes for a healthy diet:

• Pasta – Zucchini

• Chips – Carrots

• Milk – Almond Milk

• Rice – Cauli ower

• Butter – Sadness

• Cheese – Nope

• Bacon – This is stupid. I give up

Did you hear the one about the lady who grew the world’s largest zucchini? It was so big, it stuck out the hatch of her car and she couldn’t lock it

Then she stopped for some things at the store, and when she came back to her car, something terrible had happened! Somebody had lef t her the world's second largest zucchini, too!

If you want a zucchini this time of year, just stand by the curb and hold out your arms. Nine out of 10 cars will roll down their windows and toss one out to you. You've been zuked!

Submitted

Local resident Marvin Depas holds up a doozy of a beet grown in his garden, weighing in at 16.5