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By Murray Green Camrose and

District Chamber of Commerce has announced some big changes for this year’s milestone 65th annual Jaywalkers’ Jamboree. The milestone year is proposed to be a bigger event.

Jaywalkers’ Jamboree will be held on June 7 to 9 this year, a week later than usual. “West Coast Amusements was unable to accommodate our normal first weekend in June due to a conflict with another event. This change will allow West Coast Amusements to setup the largest midway Jaywalkers’ has ever seen,” said Aaron Morris, Chamber executive director.

“We started to plan for Jaywalkers’ in January and when we found out the dates were changing, the board of directors had to make some difficult decisions. West Coast wanted to bring in bigger rides and increase the midway. That meant we had to facilitate more space. But, we knew we had even less space with the loss of some lots,” explained Morris.

The City of Camrose’s downtown core has seen extensive economic growth, including construction on several empty lots over the last year. This growth is great to see and benefits both the

City and its residents.

“We had several discussions on how to expand Jaywalkers’ with less space. Some side streets we couldn’t expand on. We looked at the map, planning how we could move things around. Some areas we would be going into are residential. We can’t landlock Canada Post and we wanted to stay away from construction sites due to safety. We have to think of security, emergency access and other changes. We talked about pulling the number of rides back, but then that is a negative effect of people not getting their money’s worth,” he said.

“Logistically, Jaywalkers’ Jamboree can no longer be safely and effectively managed in the downtown area. Because of this, Jaywalkers’ will be moving to the Camrose Regional Exhibition (CRE) grounds,” said Morris.

He went on to say downtown businesses are probably 60-40 split on the move with some benefitting with Jaywalkers, while others do not.

Dan Olofson, owner of Duff Layton’s Men’s Wear, who typically conducts at least one month’s worth of business during the Jaywalkers’ Jamboree week-

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Jaywalkers’ Jamboree moved to CRE grounds

end, is not in favour of this decision. “The rug has been pulled out from under our store and numerous other downtown businesses. The principal mandate of Jaywalkers’, as conceived by Booster Bill Fowler and Dr. Hampton Smith almost seven decades ago was an event to boost business downtown. In my mind, this decision is about benefitting a carnival operator and the Chamber.

According to Olofson, “The Chamber suggests security and space are the key drivers for this move. To me, these are lame excuses. There is plenty of open space at the north end of downtown and side streets if more or bigger rides are the ultimate goal. Camrose has hosted one of the most successful outdoor events–the envy of most small communities in Western Canada–for three generations of families. This decision completely tears the event apart. What’s really frustrating is that a decision of this magnitude has been made without consulting those of us who are negatively affected the most. For me, or any other retailer, to move our store out to the CRE for the weekend is simply unrealistic.”

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Shut the cupboard doors

In 1952, The Camrose Booster began on a card table in my parents’ bedroom. Later, it expanded into the basement and, for several years, staff came to our home. I remember falling asleep to the sound of a printing press in the basement.

It was a 625-square-foot story-and-a-half home, with two adults and four children living on the main floor and half-upstairs and some days a crew of eight people working in the basement. A tad crowded, not to mention not much privacy for the family.

The kicker was the Christmas morning when someone came to the door to put in a classified ad. Time to move to commercial space.

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When the Booster moved from the basement of our home to commercial space downtown, that meant Mom was no longer home when we four kids got home from school. Every day after school, she would phone to check in on us.

Mom would make sure she heard all our voices or knew exactly where we were. She would give instructions to wash the lunch dishes in the sink (because there was never time to do that at lunchtime before we all had to return to school and work). She’d tell us how to start supper and perhaps do other errands.

And then she would say, “…and shut the cupboard doors and put the lid on the peanut butter.”

We’d glance around and think, “How does she know?” ***

We were quite a bit older before we figured out that she couldn’t actually see the kitchen cupboards. She just knew us really well.

In the meantime, that was a motivator to make sure we did whatever else she had asked, and to behave as if she could see what we were doing. Maybe she could! ***

So, what did I learn from that?

Right off the top, I learned that my mother was omni-present and omni-powerful (not that I knew those words at the time) and that I’d better always act in a way she’d approve. I figured that if I didn’t, she’d know and the consequences of that were too scary to contemplate. I didn’t actually imagine any particular punishment. Just the thought of Mom’s disapproval was terrifying.

From there, I jumped to the conclusion that all adults in positions of authority probably knew exactly what I was doing even if they couldn’t see me.

Reflecting all these years later, that was one of many factors that led to a few decades where my main goal in life was always to please others, or at least to avoid their disapproval.

The other thing I learned? Tidy is more pleasant than messy. Mom sometimes said, “The difference between a messy house and a tidy house is about ten minutes.”

I have experienced that. With just a few motions, it’s possible to make an environment more pleasant. My physical spaces are not always tidy, but I’ve learned that a simple thing like shutting the cupboard doors can greatly improve how a room looks and feels. That in turn improves my state of mind. ***

One other incident. Sometime in my twenties, I lived with my two little kids in an upstairs suite that overlooked a lot full of farm machinery. One day, I was looking out the window and saw a boy wander onto the lot and start to climb one of combines.

I shouted down, “Stop that! Get down!”

The boy looked around and couldn’t see where the voice came from.

I shouted again, “Get down! Now!”

He looked unnerved. Then he actually climbed down and left the lot, still glancing behind to see where the voice was coming from.

I figured he might have thought it was The Voice of God.

I had a moment’s fleeting glee and wondered if that’s how Mom felt when she said, “…and shut the cupboard doors.” ***

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

Garbage mess

I am one of the many residents impacted by the changes in garbage collection requiring us to drag our bins to the front curb.

For the few people who have front driveways, this is not an huge issue, but for those of us who have 20cm high steps leading from the street to the front of our homes, as we do, it is quite different.

In this season of snow accumulations, dragging the bin down the hill is not an option.

We are forced to drag our bin 50 m down the unpaved, unplowed side alley, compete with icy ruts. Eventually, this extra wear and tear is bound to damage the bins, which were not designed for this type of abuse, not to mention the safety risk for the senior trying to accomplish this unnecessary task.

Our neighbourhood was originally designed to accommodate garbage services in the rear laneways. The real problem here is that the City has awarded the contract for this essential service to a company that has neither the appropriate equipment, nor the expertise to fulfill their commitment.

This is hardly the solution to this relatively new problem. It should also be mentioned that one unintended consequence of this new policy will likely be a reduced use of green bins.

As people have to struggle to get bins to the curb, they will be more

likely to place compostables in the black bin, rather than having to drag two bins out front.

Ruth A. Muzika, Camrose

Garbage nonsense

On October 22 2023, City council, at the end of a very long agenda, when everyone was probably tired and wanting to get home, passed a proposal to change the garbage pickup routes in certain neighbourhoods, mine included. The proposed change was to start about one month ago.

However, no one gave any thought to notifying the affected citizens and a trial period of new pick-ups began without anyone affected being so advised. The change was to move pickup from the back alley to the front of our “keyhole” close adjoining Chester Ronning School. The alleged reasons for the change given by the City were false, at least in part.

I have lived in this home for 50 years and we have had garbage pickup in our reasonably wide alley all that time without any problems. Yet despite the fact garbage pickup continues in our alley immediately south of us, our garbage was not picked up. Neither I, nor my wife, can manipulate a full garbage bin from our back alley to the front of our crescent. The alleged trial period of three weeks was over one week after notice.

Of course we want to co-operate where we can

and where it makes sense. Our neighbourhoods were designed to be serviced through the back alley, and keyhole close pickups from the front area are congested, especially with parked cars and young school children constantly in the area because of the adjoining school.

I would think that it would be more difficult to pick up there, rather than the usual way. I realize not every neighbourhood has back alleys and presumably they were designed for front yard pickup. Our neighbourhood was designed for backyard pickup.

I would suggest that council’s first duty is to its citizens, not to the cheapest contractors it can hire. Changes like this should be done in consultation with affected citizens and not imposed retroactively.

I blame the management team for inundating councillors with much more information than can be reasonably dealt with at one meeting. The decision in this case was the last item on the agenda, based on an information package of 231 pages for that meeting. My own experience in civic politics is that management teams often try to overwhelm their political bosses with too much information so difficult decisions they want done are pushed to the end of long, often boring meetings.

Harry Gaede, Camrose

Hilda Tomaszewski was the winner of the Remembrance Day quilt raffle held last fall as a Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion fundraiser. Second prize ($300) went to Cindy Oslund Herbert, and third prize ($200) went to Gloria Forsberg.

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• Four members of the Camrose Figure Skating Club brought home medals from the Vegreville Heritage Open Competition. Medal recipients were: Jana Gau, Bronze in Senior Silver Solo Dance; Michelle Block, Silver in Juvenile Artistic; Laurie Block, Gold in Bronze Artistic; Megan Pfeifer, Gold in Junior Bronze Freeskate and Gold in Senior Bronze Elements.

• Doug Zarski and his son, Tom, were the big winners in a recent fundraiser by the Camrose Bantam Hawks. They won $1000 by picking eight winners from NHL games in February. The Zarskis were the only entry to pick all eight games correctly in the promotion, which raised $1000 for a year-end tournament for the Hawks. Presenting Doug with the Zarski winnings were Hawks coaches Aaron Hamilton and Brian Sikstrom and player Tyson Sikstrom.

• Cecil Schapansky was awarded a gold watch after retiring from the City of Camrose Public Works Department with 23, going on 24, years of service. The official presentation was made by Mayor Norm Mayer, City Manager Gary Gibeault, Public Works Superintendent Jim Kupka and Public Works Assistant Superintendent Don Carstairs

• The Camrose Composite High School Macat Theatre will present a musical entitled “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”. The cast includes Dave Pederson as Charlie Brown; Marie Crowley and Carol Laskosky as Lucy; Patti Lett and Sheila Greenwood as Patti; Danny Hauser as Linus; Chris Staldeker as Schroeder; and Colleen Johnson and Donna Nicholas as Snoopy. Directing the production are Glen Lett and Alex Oliver Mike Kopach and Glen Laufert will be looking after the lighting.

• The Honourable Lou Hyndman, Minister of Education, along with the Deputy Minister of Education, Edith Hnytka, and other dignitaries representing the Alberta Federation of Home and School Associations, Alberta Teachers Associations, and the Alberta School Trustees Association arrived on board a Government of Alberta Beechcraft King Air at the Camrose Airport. The Minister described the trip as “a visit to the front lines of education in Alberta.” The Minister and his party were met at the airport by John Chaika, Principal of St. Patrick School; members of St. Patrick School Board, Ed Charchuk and Mervin Van Slyke; Superintendent of Schools, Eric Hohn; and C.A. (Chuck) MacLean, Chairman of the Camrose Public School Board. The party was taken to St. Patrick School, where they visited staff and students in the classroom. Camrose and Drumheller were two of the 1200 Alberta schools selected for the Ministerial Education Week visit. Airport facilities were one reason for the selection of these two rural centres.

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New Norway 4-H year underway

By Ethan Solverson,

club reporter

The New Norway 4-H 2023-24 club year is well underway.

The club had show steer weigh-in back in November. The members were recognized for their hard work with an awards banquet in January.

The next few months are action packed with public speaking, club winter event, farm tours, judging events and clipping/

grooming clinics.

The members have been working with their show projects for the show and sale coming up in June. The club is currently selling New Norway Community Calendars and will be collecting used tires and batteries for the club’s fundraiser. We would like to thank our past and present club supporters.

Vikings women curlers off to nationals

By Lori Larsen

After securing a bronze win during the ACAC Championships, the University of Alberta Vikings Women’s Curling team is off again this year to compete in the CCAC National Championships being held on March 12 to 16 in Fredericton, New Brunswick at the Aitken University Centre at the University of New Brunswick and the Capital Winter Club.

The bronze medal was earned during an 8-5 win over the RDP Queens on Sunday, February 25, at the Airdrie Curling Club during the ACAC Curling Championships.

According to a Vikings news release, the weekend started with a rematch between the 2023 gold and silver medalists, with the Vikings dropping the game 6-5 in what could be considered the draw of the tournament.

The Vikings then took the win against the RDP Queens 6-4 before finishing off pool play with an 11-2 loss to the eventual ACAC Champions, SAIT Trojans.

Finishing pool play as the third-placed team, the Vikings met the RDP Queens for a chance at the semifinal. Charging the Queens once again, the Vikings advanced to the semifinal, 4-2 and would see the Thunder for the second time in hopes of seeing the Trojans in the gold medal final.

The Vikings played the Queens for the third time in 24 hours. Trailing as they entered the seventh end, the Vikings would take advantage to go up 7-5, before securing one more in the final end along with the bronze medal.

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a trip to Nationals where they will no doubt give it their best.

“I can’t express how thrilled and grateful I am to be a part of the Augustana Vikings curling team,” said team lead Randi Cameron. “These amazing girls, who started as teammates, quickly became mentors and friends. As a first-year curler, I never envisioned such a profound and heartwarming experience in my university journey. Going to Nationals feels like an incredible privilege, and I’m overflowing with gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of this extraordinary team.”

Team third Claire Bevan-Stewart remarked that this year’s Provincials was bittersweet as this is her final ACAC event.

Zimmerman, part of the driving force that helped lead the team to a gold medal at last year’s National Championships, said they couldn’t take the competition for granted in the bronze medal match.

“We had beaten the Red Deer Queens twice the previous day, but they were very close games so we knew we had to be on top of shots.”

Hope spoke about what an asset rookie Randi Cameron is for the team. “She is optimistic and encouraging, and we are proud of her for doing amazing at regionals and provincials, improving with each event.

“The team dynamic this year is once again positive. We get along so well and have really built a support system for each

other. I had a teary moment when Josie made her last shot to secure the win because I knew that we did our best. If our best was getting fourth, well, I was still proud of everything we had accomplished this year with a new team lineup.”

Team skip Josie Zimmerman commented on the pressure the team felt to once again qualify for Nationals.

“The pressure of knowing we wanted to qualify for Nationals again and that we needed to be in the top three was always in the backs of our minds while playing,” said Josie. “But the team played great throughout the weekend, making some pretty incredible shots to pull off the win.

“Bronze feels fabulous

for us. We now have all three provincial podium medals as Vikings curlers, and the extra special gold title from last season at Nationals. It is an honour to represent Augustana once again on the national rink.”

Josie commended the coaching abilities of coach Steve Lindberg, who is new to the team, but not to the program. “He has a lot of experience that greatly helped us through the weekend and previous events. He is a solid, supportive and reassuring coach and we really appreciate his ‘get ’er done’ attitude.”

Winning the bronze and moving onto nationals proves once again that the Vikings Women’s Curling team is a force to be reckoned with, the provincial bronze has earned them

“Even if we qualified for Nationals, I knew it would be my last time (along with Hope and Josie) in an ACAC environment. The ACAC and this team have been one of the most important things in my life for the last three years and I wanted to make every end and every shot count. Moving onto Nationals with this team is just the icing on the cake for me. I am really looking forward to having one last experience with this team.”

Anyone wishing to make a financial contribution to assist with travel expenses for the team to the National Championships in New Brunswick can do so by searching the link https://govikings. ca/community/adopt_a_ viking_team with the option to donate online or by mail.

The team, as a whole, thanked the Camrose community for their continued support.

Hockey Vikings defeat Portage Voyageurs

By Murray Green

A playoff season of sports is under way at the University of Alberta Augustana Campus for the 2023-24 Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference season.

Hockey

Augustana Vikings swept a two-game series against the Portage Voyageurs on February 23 and 24.

The Vikings won the first game 7-1 at home. After a Portage goal in the first minute of play, it was all Augustana after that.

Owen Lamb, Tavis Roch, Jaxon Georget and Jack Hamly all scored in the opening period. Jake Gudjonson of the Vikings netted the only tally in the middle frame.

In the third, Jacob Biensch and Leyton Smith added to the lead.

Goalie Daniel Moody stopped 20 of 21 shots directed his way, while his teammates counted 51 shots on goal.

In the rematch, Augustana scored first and hung on to win 5-2. Lamb collected the only tally in the first period. After two goals by Portage, Smith scored to tie the contest 2-2 after 40 minutes.

In the third, Brayden Koch, Georget and Conrad Phillips scored for the Vikings in the comeback victory.

Goalie Westin Cardwell turned away 20 of 22 shots. The Vikings counted 32 shots on goal.

The Vikings faced the SAIT Trojans in the first round of playoffs on March 1, 2 and 3.

Volleyball

The women’s Vikings lost 3-1 to Briercrest, beat Keyano 3-1 and lost 3-1 to Kings to place sixth at the championships.

Against Briercrest, the Vikings were led by Shae Boyes with 16 kills, both Phaedra Bruens and Kari White counted 22 assists and Racquel Lussier recorded 12 digs.

Against Keyano, Vikings were led by Boyes with 14 kills, White added 19 assists and Sarah Singular counted 13 digs.

Against Kings, Vikings were led by Boyes with 17 kills, White collected 38 assists and Lussier totaled 19 digs.

Steve Enright of the University of Alberta Augustana Vikings was named the 2023-24 ACAC Women’s Volleyball North Coach of the Year.

North Female Player of the Year was Shae Boyes of the Augustana Vikings.

Lakeland won the gold, Ambrose the silver and Briercrest earned bronze.

Basketball

The women’s Vikings lost 64-56 to Keyano Huskies in the first round of playoffs on

February 23.

Alyssa Banez led the Vikings with 16 points, while Mackenzie Mrazik and Larissa Stephenson chipped in with 12 points each.

Curling

The ACAC championships were held on February 23 to 25 at the Airdrie Curling Club and hosted by SAIT.

The Augustana women’s rink went 1-2 in the first round, beating Red Deer 6-4 and losing 6-5 to Concordia and 11-2 to SAIT.

The Vikings lost to Concordia in the semifinal, but beat Red Deer again to earn the bronze medals.

Pictured left to right are Josie Zimmerman, Claire Bevan-Stewart, Hope Zimmerman, Randi Cameron and coach Steve Lindberg.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Goalie Daniel Moody makes a timely save.

Jaywalkers’ moved

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“It’s tough enough to be a small business owner in this era, and then a decision like this by Camrose Chamber of Commerce, nonetheless hits us with another blow,” continued Olofson.

Chamber executive directer Morris stated, “Our top priority is always to create a secure, safe environment for everyone involved, and to put on an event able to be enjoyed by all in the community. We believe this change is necessary to achieve that goal.

“We encourage the downtown vendors to come out to the CRE. We would love to have them because they are an integral part of the community. We touched on having a Jaywalkers’ downtown with vendors and a carnival at the CRE, but the logistics of it was very complicated. That is something we could look at in the future.”

Morris said there will still be a Main Street feel with vendors, businesses, food trucks, games, live entertainment and a bigger midway.

“The CRE board of directors and staff are delighted to be named as the host venue for the 2024 Jaywalkers Jamboree,” said CRE board president Brent Byers. “Our site was designed for large scale events and our staff are skilled in assisting and collaborating with event producers to ensure safety for all attendees. We look forward to working with the Camrose Chamber of Commerce.”

Morris added, “We understand this is a big change and the board of directors has put a lot of thought, consideration and research into the decision. This change will allow Jaywalkers’ Jamboree to continue in our city for many more generations to come. Every time we wanted to move forward of continuing it downtown, we hit a road block. We look at this as a positive as we continue to have Jaywalkers’ evolve.

“I grew up in Camrose and going downtown to Jaywalkers’ was a big thing. I understand that. But, we also need to evolve and space was limiting us. Being at the CRE will open up some new partnerships. We will have more space, and the CRE’s resources of experience in holding large events. They have the facilities to hold such an event. They have water and drainage and we have to bring all of that into downtown.”

Keeping history in place, the board wanted to have Jaywalkers’ as close to the first weekend in June as possible. “The CRE plans events months in advance, so changing to a summer date wouldn’t work with Big Valley Jamboree in August,” said Morris.

“We are excited for the move, but we know there will be some short term pain. We

think, overall, the community as a whole will allow us to create an event that everyone will love and enjoy, be safe at and continue for another 65 years. The last thing we wanted to do was cancel it.”

The Chamber will be examining the idea of having a shuttle from downtown to the CRE during Jaywalkers’.

The announced move of the 65th annual Jaywalkers’ Jamboree from downtown to the CRE may prove to be a significant setback to many small business owners, who already face strong headwinds against fierce competition and other economic challenges.

Chad Snow, owner of Sole City Shoes, offers his thoughts. “We express deep concerns regarding the decision to relocate the Jaywalkers’ festival, a cherished event established by the business community through the Chamber of Commerce. The recent announcement of this move, made without consultation with Chamber members, raises serious questions about accountability and representation.

“As businesses that financially support the Chamber and elect its council, we feel overlooked and disregarded in this decision-making process. Jaywalkers has been a cornerstone of our community, fostering connections between locals and businesses while showcasing our vibrant downtown area. Money spent at Jaywalkers stays in our community. While safety concerns are cited, alternative solutions and member input have not been adequately explored.

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Arcana Kings to play Bailey

By Murray Green

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

Edmonton. They will be in Camrose for a show on March 16 at 8 p.m.

Puppet frogs invade stage

By Murray Green

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

Walk Right Back: The Everly Brothers Story will be told on March 6 at 7 p.m.

The show follows the brothers’ rise to fame from humble country beginning to superstardom, through their decade-long feud to their glorious reunion which gave them back to each other and back to the world.

On The River is a video ballad that tells the story of Cree, Dene and Metis peoples from the Fort McKay First Nation. It will be here on March 15 at 7 p.m.

Musicians Asani and Maria Dunn will be performing in this no-charge event, thanks to the Chester Ronning Centre.

You have to tip your hat to Nick. He booked the famous The Irish Descendants on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17 at 7:30 p.m.

The Arcana Kings, with special guests 103 Cubic Inches, will be playing the Bailey on March 7 beginning at 8 p.m.

Jimmy and the Sleepers are disciples of the early electric blues pioneers combined with a modern, original twist creating a sound all their own.

Join Johnny McCuaig on lead vocals, bagpipes and rhythm guitar, lead guitarist James Picton, rhythm guitarist and vocals Allan Morrison, on bass Kevin Kyle and drummer Graham Templeman.

Camrose band 103 Cubic Inches will open for the Arcana Kings.

Jimmy and the Sleepers are a gritty, genuine house rockin’ blues band from

The movie All My Puny Sorrows will be shown on March 18 at 7 p.m. This is part of the Camrose Arts Council movie series.

Bywater Call of Toronto performs in Camrose on March 23 at 8 p.m. They are part of the Rose City Roots Music Society series.

The Bailey Buckaroos are back for a classic country music evening with special guests. The next show is on March 24 at 2 p.m.

“They are on their 35th anniversary tour. They are working with Tourism Newfoundland’s 500th anniversary to show some incredible visuals along with the show. They are big ambassadors of the province, so expect something,” said Lougheed manager Nick Beach.

Pianist Roger Admiral is back by popular demand. This time he will be joining violinist Viktoria Grynenko and mezzosoprano Mairi-Irene McCormack. They will be performing 19th and 20th century music on March 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Sleepers band to play Bailey

By Murray Green

Jimmy and the Sleepers have been rockin’ the blues for the past 20 years. They will be in Camrose for a show on March 16 at 8 p.m.

Jimmy and the Sleepers are a throwback to the early electric blues. They combine a modern sound with an original twist creating a sound all their own.

“This year, 2024, marks 20 years for us. I think playing at an old theatre like the Bailey is special, similar to playing in Bow Island. I find places like that, the small towns and cities, the people are really into the shows. They are hungry for some cool music,” said band leader Jimmy Guiboche.

“We were just in Europe in November and playing festivals. But, there is just something cool about playing in smaller centres.

I have wanted to play the Bailey for some time, since we are from Edmonton. This is pretty special for us and the band is really excited about it,” he shared.

“In the beginning, we played all cover songs and then slowly added our own material. We would play Muddy Waters and the old stuff. Over time we started to write more music and become more of an original band. The biggest change has been our own writing and developing our stride. We have brought out the music in our own hearts to the stage,” explained Jimmy.

“We have had band members come and go, but we have had strong vocals over the years and that has led us to success. It has been fun looking back. We have Jared Sowan, an Indigenous blues singer, on

lead and he grew up sing ing gospel. He has that southern black gospel tra dition and framework that mixes well with blues. He is a barrel-chested guy that can belt out the blues,” de scribed Jimmy.

up vocals, so I’ve always had a strong singer in front of me. People love him and I’m excited of where we can go,” said Jimmy.

rose will include 70 per cent of our material and the rest classic covers. We started with classics, so we want to keep some of those in the show,” Jimmy added.

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same whether it is a festi val or small show. The dif ference is the intimacy of the stage and audience. I grew up playing in blues clubs. You get good vibes in the smaller venues.”

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Band members from left to right are Bill Hobson on drums, Jimmy Guiboche on guitar/ band leader, Jared Sowan on lead vocals and Chris Brzezicki on bass. For the Camrose show, Rusty Reed on harmonica will be a special guest instead of usual harp player, Ethan Askey (pictured right).

CNIB mobile tour visits Camrose, assists local club

By Murray Green

CNIB is hitting the road to bring innovative programs to life in your community. They stopped in Camrose on February 21.

The CNIB Mobile Hub is a new program delivery model where they visit communities to deliver in-person programming for people who are blind or partially sighted.

At the CNIB Mobile Hub, people can participate in children and youth programming, recreational and social activities, learning and employment workshops, hands-on technology training and product demonstrations.

They have access to the latest breakthroughs in assistive technologies, as well as tried-and-true favourites.

“The CNIB Ambassador Program aims to amplify the voices of people who are blind or partially sighted by raising awareness, challenging misconceptions and inspiring change in communities across Alberta and Canada,” said Taylor Bauer, coordinator, awareness and community outreach.

CNIB SmartLife was on location with accessible products. They shared advocacy with an open house and an advocacy lead discussed accessible built in environments such as crosswalks and intersections. Staff demonstrated the latest technologies and answered questions.

From the built environment to lighting to acoustics and signage, there are many

ways you can create barrierfree spaces that are accessible to everyone.

You may imagine blindness as complete darkness, but that is rarely the case.

Most people impacted by blindness have some degree of sight. Blindness covers the spectrum of visual disability. It has many causes, and each impacts sight dif-

ferently. Everyone’s experience is unique. CNIB’s mission is to change what it is to be blind through innovative programs and powerful ad-

vocacy that enable Canadians impacted by blindness to live the lives they choose. Blindness should never be a reason to settle for less. Everyone should have an equal chance to realize their dreams, whatever they may be. They work with people who are blind or partially sighted as they pursue, active, independent, enriching lives, while chasing their dreams and we help smash the stigma and barriers that stand in their way.

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Vision Credit Union donates $150,000 to STARS

By Murray Green Vision

Credit Union in Camrose made a commitment to a $150,000 donation over five years to the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS).

STARS is a lifeline for patients in rural, remote and Indigenous communities across Western Canada, providing critical care in and around the 24 communities where Vision branches operate.

Between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023, STARS carried out 1,650 missions from their Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie bases, with 188 taking place in Vision’s communities. As a ruralfirst financial institution, Vision says they are proud to support the life-saving impact STARS has in areas where critical care may not otherwise be available.

“Rural Albertans deserve access to the services they need. Supporting STARS means supporting the communities that we call home, ensuring our neighbours, friends and family have hope if the unthinkable happens,” said

Steve Friend, CEO of Vision Credit Union.

Since 2017, Vision has donated a total of over $250,000 to STARS, supporting their new fleet of helicopters. Vision hopes their contribution helps STARS continue as a crucial link in the health care system, providing life-saving care and transport to those in need–no matter where they are.

“STARS was built by the community for the community. Allies like Vision Credit Union are vital to our operations and help ensure that we can be there for the next patient wherever and whenever they need us,” added Katherine Emberly, president and CEO of STARS.

Vision Credit Union is a community credit union with over 37,000 members across Alberta. Over the past 75 years, Vision has evolved from a single branch in Camrose with assets of $178, to become the province’s second-largest credit union with assets over $2.3 billion and branches in 24 rural Alberta communities.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster CNIB coordinator Taylor Bauer, with her guide dog Wallace, shares information with president Randy Simmet of the Camrose Visually Impaired Persons Club.

Vision and STARS share a mission to support rural Alberta communities. At the STARS Edmonton base, Dan Hautzinger, chief operating officer of Vision Credit Union, left, presents a huge cheque to Alison Hagan, manager of Fundraising Alberta, STARS.

Child Enrichment Services

By Lori Larsen

As of January, the OSCAR Child Care and Camrose & District PreSchool programs came under the umbrella of Camrose & District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) to form the new Child Enrichment Services department.

“The combination of services allows for a sharing of staff and supplies making our services stronger together,” explained Camrose & District FCSS Pre-School and OSCAR Child Enrichment Services director Kandace Bonney.

“Camrose & District Pre-School has been a part of the Camrose community for 40 years helping children grow and develop in their skills by Learning through Play,” said Bonney.

This too will reduce their fees. In most cases families have a zero balance for the fees owing each month.”

The teachers for the Pre-School program are all certified with Early Learning Child Care and bring care and compassion to their role everyday through the “Learning Through Play” mantra.

Registration for the 2024-25 program year will open on March 1 for classes including: three-year-olds on Mondays and Wednesdays 9 until 11:30 a.m. and four-year-olds, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 until 11:30 a.m.

The program will also be offering an afternoon class for four-year-olds on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12:30 until 3:30 p.m.

physical skills, as well as enhance their intellectual and creative skills during fun intentional programming based on the interests and abilities of the children attending the program. Children who develop selfconfidence, are better able to problem solve and apply critical thinking skills to the world around them.”

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“We have successfully provided pre-school to many children over the years and some children have come back from when we started and are now parents or grandparents of children we serve today.

“Play is a complex part of the child’s life that can also be a way of coping and

For more information the Pre-School will be hosting an open house on March 11, refer to advertisement on this page for further details.

In explaining OSCAR Child Care, Bonney said the program has been providing essential and affordable after school care since 1998 right in the four Cam-

Bonney said the OSCAR program is also going into its third year of offering a summer program for seven weeks in July and August building upon the same goals as the schoolyear program. “This year the program will operate Monday to Thursday, excluding Statutory holidays, from July 2 to August 15, from 7:45 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Registration for the summer OSCAR program opens May 1.

In speaking of the success of the OSCAR program, Bonney said that children who have used the program in the past have since grown up and joined the team as a certified care educator.

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problem solving in their ever-changing world. There are many benefits of preschool from socialization, creativity, curiosity, early literacy skills, building a strong sense of independence and kindergarten preparation.

The pre-school program offers classes from September to June to children between the ages of three to five years-old not yet in kindergarten and are licensed under the Alberta Early Learning and Child Care regulations.

“We are part of the Alberta Affordability Grant to help parents reduce their fees. Families can also apply for Alberta Child Care Subsidy, if their household income is under $180,000.

rose public schools.

The OSCAR program offers a safe place for children to go after school and is licensed under Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations, with Alberta certified child care educators.

The program is available to children registered in kindergarten to Grade 6, during the September to June school year.

“A healthy snack is offered after school while the program operates from school dismissal until 6 p.m. Children bring their own lunch on early dismissal days,” explained Bonney. “While at the program, the children gain social skills, build on their emotional intelligence, and

“They now want to make a difference in the lives of children. It is such a wonderful feeling to know that what we do really does make a difference, beyond providing child care for families that need it so they can continue their own education or work.”

Bonney said that registration for the 2024-25 program school year opens on June 1, advising getting registrations in as soon as possible because spaces fill up quickly.

For more information on both the Pre-School and OSCAR program, including registrations, visit their Facebook page or website at www.camrosefcss.ca

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Camrose and District Preschool teacher Cassy Franklin, centre, helps preschooler Hayven Goldade, left, and Kolby Nadeau work on a dinosaur theme craft project.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Some people don’t let the snow and colder weather keep them from enjoying a fun time. Skaters take to the ice surfaces on Mirror Lake for a variety of fun activities including some shinny hockey.

PUBLIC NOTICE is he re by gi ve n that Counci l of th e Ci ty of Camros e gave fi rs t re ading to Bylaw 3316 -24 on Februa ry 26 , 2024

Th e purpos e of th e Bylaw 3316 -2 4 is to re di st rict Lo t 7, Bl oc k 3, Pl an 1074 KS & Lot 8, Bl oc k 3, Pl an 2112 S (4716 53 STREET ) from R3 – Medium Densit y Residentia l Di st rict to C3 – Neighbourhood Commercial Di st rict

Th e applican t is proposing to re trof it th e ex isting dwelling Th e building foot prin t will be similar, bu t will li ke ly includ e an ex panded parkin g lo t to suppor t th e professional se rv ic e use.

A Public Hearing is schedule d to be held as follow s:

Date : April 8, 2024

Time : 5: 00 pm

Place: Camros e Ci ty Hall , 52 04-5 0 Avenue , Camrose, AB

Any person(s) wh o have an inte re st re ga rd in g th e passing of Bylaw 3316 -24 are encouraged to at tend th e Public Hearin g in person to stat e their suppor t or objections Any writ ten su bmission s to be considered by Ci ty Counci l are re quired to be submit ted no la ter than Ma rch 19 2024 at 4: 00 pm by mail to:

Malcol m Boyd , Ci ty Manage r, Ci ty of Camrose, 5204 -5 0 Avenue , Camrose, AB , T4V 0S 8 or by emai l to: mb oyd@camrose.ca

Notice is he re by gi ve n that Counci l may therea fter withou t fu rt he r notice procee d with fi na l a pprov al of Bylaw 3316 -24 at th e re gula r Counci l Meetin g on April 8, 2024 For additional in fo rmation, cont ac t Fr ancisc a Fredericks , Long Rang e Pl anne r, Te l. 78 0- 672- 4428 or emai l to ff re dericks@cam ro se.c a.

Music

By Lori Larsen

48 Avenue

e lot is zone d R1 – Low Densit y Re sidentia l District For fu rt he r in fo rmation, or any person(s) having comments of suppor t or objectio n may cont ac t Pl anning & Deve lopmen t Se rv ices 5204 -5 0 Avenue Camrose, AB

T4V 0S8, Te l: 78 0. 672.4428 , Fa x: 78 0. 672.6316 or Email: planning @cam rose .c a by Ma rc h 11, 2024, at 4:30 p. m. Wr it ten co rrespondence shall includ e name , addres s an d re ason for suppor t or objection.

53 St reet

6- met re fron t yard setback re duced to a maximu m of 5.4-metre fron t yard setback.

Therapy Awareness Month celebrated at Augustana Chapel

Music plays an essential role in every culture and at every stage of human life. Scientific research has proven that music can influence physiological processes and enhance physical and mental wellbeing and should be celebrated anytime, anywhere and by anyone.

Recognizing the vital role music, of any form, plays in everyday life, the month of March has been marked by the Canadian Music Therapy Association as Music Therapy Awareness month.

To celebrate, SingAble and the University

of Alberta Augustana Music Area welcome anyone to come out and explore the powerful healing properties of music and song through a Music Heals Awareness community sing to be held on Saturday, March 9 at 3 p.m. at the University of Alberta Augustana Faith and Life Chapel.

“At a time when music is needed as never before to inspire healing, unity and peace, special guests, Registered Music Therapist, Sheila Killoran, “Physician Musician,” Dr. Chris Nichol, and pianist, Dr. Roger Admiral, all lovers of music and song at all ages and

stages of life are warmly welcomed to joyfully combine spirits and voices in the reverberant acoustics of the Chapel,” remarked University of Alberta Augustana associate professor and director of music and SingAble choir director Ardelle Ries.

Attendees are encouraged to bring donations for the Camrose Neighbor Aid Center (Food Bank).

For more information, contact the Camrose Association for Community Living office, 780-672-0257 or the UA music area at augadmin@ualberta.ca.

Garbage bin collection relocation causes concerns

By Lori Larsen

Phase 1 of the City of Camrose’s Collection Bin Locations fielded some concerns from residents including: reasoning behind the move to front pickup from rear alley pickup; safety of children playing in front street locations; challenges, specifically for seniors, having to now move bins all the way from the back to the front and what was perceived as a lack of public engagement prior to the decision to move to front pickup.

In an update to City of Camrose council regarding Collection Bin Locations, Phase 1, City of Camrose senior municipal engineering technologist Amy Johnson indicated that administration is documenting all concerns and responding to them on an individual basis.

In her report Johnson noted that Administration had worked with the City’s collection contractor (Integrity) on sending messages to residents impacted by the change.

“In monitoring the areas, we are seeing a roughly 80 to 90 per cent compliance,” noted Johnson in her report. “Also we have not received any notifications as to issues from the waste collector (Integrity) as to problem areas or missed collections from obstructions or traffic.”

Johnson reported that the waste collector noted a positive trend in the number of bins that have relocated within the grace period which closed February 24, with the exception of Area 5 which is now March 12, due to delivery of paper copy notifications being missed in that area.

The report indicated a total of 36 recorded concerns or general inquiries brought forward by residents as of February 21, which Johnson said were addressed in relation to the decision making process and the impact to residents.

Council concerns

Several council members expressed concerns brought to them by residents regarding Phase 1 of the City’s Collection Bin Location initiative.

Councillor Joy-Anne Murphy spoke to some specific complaints she heard from citizens regarding Areas 4 and 5. “In those two instances that I can think of and also the extensive letter with pictures about area 10, all three of those seemed to refute some of the reasons/rationale for the change.”

In referring to area 4, Murphy said that residents disagreed with what was deemed to be considered obstructions by the City, i.e. trees/power poles.

“Are there instances in this response, even though you might get a low number/proportion of people responding to you, where you are still checking/verifying information? Have we (City) misunderstood something or mislabeled something in those instances or are you able to go back and say this is true and here is the thing you were talking about, specifically to poles/trees in area 4 or 5? And in area 10 there was some dispute about the width of the alley not being as narrow as it is implied and the way the wording is on their notice.”

Johnson responded, “In Area 4 and 5 there was a typo. It was labeled as power poles but they are actually utility poles, so they are only about three feet high, but they are still in the way. The correct information should be uploaded and available. As well I did address those specific concerns with the resident who brought it up. There has been multiple ways of dealing with residents whether it is emails, phone calls or just the letters that have come in and then we follow up with however we can reach them if they left a way of contacting them.”

Johnson replied to Murphy’s other inquiry regarding Area 10. “The alleys there are slightly wider in comparison to some of our older neigbourhoods. Those are still narrower compared to our front streets even with cars parked on both sides, we still have better clearance. That is why we have elected to move them to the front, because there is still more room, more clearance and we are not damaging those back alleys with the weights of these bigger trucks.”

Murphy also spoke about concerns brought up regarding safety of children playing on the crescent and angle parking in Area 4.

“In terms of Area 4 cul-de-sac, the contractor was told in the very beginning that anything near a school was not to be picked up within major drop-off and pick-up times. So they (Integrity collection trucks) should be no where near school areas when children should be out and about.”

Murphy asked how that works in the summer months.

Johnson said that the collection would still be the same time and that there are other cul-de-sacs within the City that have already been experiencing front collection.

“In terms of angle parking we have been notifying residents as per Integrity’s direction, to put them (bins) out either at the end of those angle parked vehicles if they know they are going to be there all day. If they are not going to be there all day we suggest try and keep it near your curb. Unfortunately, if someone parks there that does qualify as a mis-collection because the truck is unable to get there.

Johnson continued. “It is something we do see as a problem and it will be part of the evaluation in early spring as to, if any of these areas have significant parking during the day. And if they (residents) need communications as to better placement of bins or if they just possibly need different bin locations. But I don’t see that being an issue.”

Murphy inquired as to where Administration sees this moving forward. “What can we tell our citizens who are asking?”

Johnson replied, “Based on the workshop (conducted on October 16, 2023) there were a lot of things that went into this–cost, locations, infrastructure issues, the trucks. Because we moved into those bigger trucks (which are fully automatic collection systems versus semi-automatic used in the past) that is the primary reason (collection was moved to front street).

She added that with the increase in service level in January 2023 from Semi-automatic to Automatic collection these issues would remain regardless of contractor choice.

Johnson said that Administration believes that this is 100 per cent the right move for Camrose and should continue with Phase 1. “There will still be some growing pains and we do expect some potential issue spots. It comes down to resident education and potentially bylaws of parking, with potential enforcement. At this time we are not seeing any issues with our current fronts (areas within the City that are already on front street collection).”

Councillor Agnes Hoveland spoke to concerns from Area 4 residents as well.

“The other concern I have heard, largely in Area 4 and 5, is that there are a significant amount of seniors that find it diffi cult to move the bins from behind the house to the front. They don’t know how they are going to do it. Has that been raised as a significant concern?”

Johnson replied that she does go over all the current concerns. “From my notes I have five senior complaints where they are concerned about getting their bins (moved). We are informing them that they are welcome to move their bins to the front of their house so it would be the same as it was in the back.

“It is of a concern to me, at the same time we do have front collection within other senior neighbourhoods where those seniors are dragging their bins out to their front curbs. So we can’t take special notice of these particular residents at this time without bringing something forward to council.”

Councillor Kevin Hycha inquired as to how much time remains on the current collection contractor’s contract.

Johnson replied that the City ten ders a five-year contract and are only in one year with the current contract. She said the City does give Integrity notice on any resident complaints about the service, and has noted improvement and adjustments are generally made within 24

hours of receiving notice from the City. “We do not have any justifications to end this contract. We are working with them to bring them up to the level of service that Camrose expects.”

Councillor Don Rosland indicated that he is not in agreement with the change from back alley to front street collection and has received phone calls and emails from citizens. He inquired as to whether it is the weight or width of the truck that is the issue.

Johnson replied, “It is actually both. The big difference is the actual arm, the hydraulics and mechanics that deal with that arm. With a semi-automatic (collection system) it is an individual that is getting out and actually positioning the bin. With the automatic system we now have trucks that are capable of doing that maneuvering so they have more ability to move those bins into the location, so that we aren’t putting people at risk of being out of the vehicles, moving objects. We are not putting that job onto someone. That is the way the garbage industry is moving. They don’t want people dealing with the bins, they want to be able to mechanize these.”

Rosland asked when the program will be re-evaluated again.

Johnson said that she will personally be looking at each garbage collection next week, then the week after do follow-up and provide feedback about what she is seeing, then hopes to bring updates back to council in April/May.

Mayor PJ Stasko inquired as to why some back alleys are still experiencing pickup on one side of the alley but the other side has had to move to front street pickup.

Johnson indicated that likely the side still experiencing back alley pickup will be part of Phase 2 moving to front street collection. She added that collector roads, such as Marler and Enevold, were not moved to front street collection.

Murphy suggested that in the future the level of consultation and communication (including the rationale) to the residents be improved.

Councillor Lana Broker inquired as to who was responsible for communicating the change.

Johnson said that Integrity had offered to take it on because they had experience doing so in the past. She did indicate that due to some unforseeable personal circumstances there was a bit of a break in communication between herself and Integrity.

The report was accepted for information.

For full details on the report, visit the City of Camrose website at www.camrose.ca.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

City Council considers changes to bus route

By Lori Larsen

During the February 26 City of Camrose Committee of the Whole meeting, Administration proposed changes to the City of Camrose Community Bus route.

City of Camrose Engineering administrative assistant Kirsten Nichols provided an update on the Community Bus Route.

“There really hasn’t been any significant changes to the bus route or any of the stops since about 2017,” noted Nichols. “Most of last year administration, along with a number of stakeholders, started to review the current bus route.”

Nichols reported that over the years data has been collected through public surveys and conversations with residents regarding their public transit needs.

The report indicated, based on that information gathered, the following reoccurring themes that do not require an increased budget to optimize the bus route: more bus stops in residential areas; more stops around the downtown neighbourhood including the library; the bus route should not be longer than one hour and most residents are willing to walk up to three blocks to catch the bus.

The proposed changes to the bus route itself included in the report are:

• expanding into the Century Meadows and Duggan Park neighbourhoods;

• adding three stops that surround the Downtown area allowing residents to get off at multiple points of downtown and less disruption of the route during events held on Main Street;

• moving stops away from areas of congestion for increased rider/driver safety;

• and removal of lower utilized stops in areas that have a bus stop within walking distance.

Currently, the Camrose Community Bus provides a fixed route transit service on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., as well as group bookings on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Management of the Community bus is overseen by City of Camrose Engineering Services Department with the service provided under contract by Rose City Handi-Van Society.

Council inquires

Councillor Lucas Banack commented, “I like the idea of seeing more stops in the residential areas, of course I would like to see it on the north side of town, but this is the first small step. Happy to see Century

Meadows and Duggan Park will be served, hopefully if this goes through.”

“I’m happy we are adding more stops and being more effective for our residents. I am curious. The stop that used to be at the CIBC, TD and IDA pharmacy (corner), why was that replaced with the stop a the Windsor (Hotel)?,” asked Councillor David Francoeur, adding that particular stop (at Tish’s Fashion & Finery) would seem to be the best choice for seniors.

Nichols clarified the stop he was referring to was the one by Tish’s Fashions & Finery. “We wanted to add stops for more coverage downtown and also optimize the route. What we are proposing are three stops around downtown at Founders Square, the Windsor Hotel and the CityLights Church/Library area. There wouldn’t be a stop right on Main Street anymore, but the proposed three stops would provide at least one stop within walking distance to most of the downtown area. As well would assist with not having to change the route/ stops every time main street is closed for an event.

Councillor Don Rosland asked if there are any plans for the north side of the CP rail tracks and if there has been any feedback from residents on the north side of the tracks.

Nichols replied, “Yes there is definitely the need and feedback for the north side. One of the biggest issues to add the north side, is the (train) track.” She explained that feedback from residents, generally, indicated they did not want the route to be longer than an hour and if the bus were to go over the tracks there would need to be time factored into the run for when the bus is stopped at a train.

“This would ultimately reduce the number of stops that could be included in that run.”

Rosland asked if there are plans for moving forward with including the north side at this time.

Nichols replied, “Absolutely it is on our (City Administration’s) radar. I think if we had two routes and have some overlaps some where, the north side would definitely be in that second route.”

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By Murray Green Dale Siemens of Edberg owns a 1972 Chev-

rolet C10 truck.

“I’ve had this truck for two years (last summer). My best friend in high school owned this truck since he was 15. He drove it lots and then parked it for the last 16 years. We pulled it out of retirement and I was the lucky guy who got it,” shared Dale.

“This truck has a 307 engine and a three on the tree (manual column shift), but it works for me. I restored it over the last year. The truck was originally a mint green. I didn’t do too much work, but definitely a new coat of paint. I changed the colour and I had to fix a lot of little things that took some time,” explained Dale.

“I had to do some body work, but everything is straightened out now. It is not quite finished. I just got it out of the body shop, so it is still pretty fresh. I tried to keep everything I could as original as possible. It is the same engine and drive train,” said Dale.

“The seats are different (buckets), they were in there when I bought the truck. Otherwise it is all original, except for the wheels,” Dale added.

“I like the nostalgia of this truck. They are very nice to drive, just as good as a new truck. With power

The automotive section of

Siemens rebuilt truck to drive, daughter

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

This 1972 Chevrolet truck was rebuilt and driven by Dale Siemens for his driving enjoyment. It soon will be taken over by his daughter Katelyn in a few years to keep the truck in the family.

steering and disk brakes, it is pretty easy to drive. This is a steel truck, no plastic or aluminum. This has always been one of my favourite body styles over the years. It is nicely built and it is easy to work on,”

FUN FACTS

The second generation of the C/K series is a range of trucks that was manufactured by General Motors. Marketed by both the Chevrolet and GMC divisions from the 1967 to 1972 model years, this generation was given the “Action Line” moniker by General Motors (the first-generation C/K did not receive such a name). The second-generation C/K was produced from the 1967 to the 1972 model years. Alongside multiple updates resulting from changes in federal regulations, the Action-Line trucks underwent a mid-cycle revision.

The Action-Line C/K underwent a mid-cycle revision, distinguished by updated front fascias for both Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks. Chevrolets received an eggcrate grille design (with the Chevrolet bowtie emblem returning to the grille). The interior underwent upgrades, introducing an optional tilt steering column for the automatic and four-speed manual transmissions. C/K offered an AM/FM radio as a factory-installed option for the first time.

For 1972, the interior underwent minor revisions, introducing molded-plastic door panels with integral armrests (requiring updated door handles and window cranks). In another change, a rear-view mirror glued to the windshield replaced the previous version, which was bolted to the headliner.

stated Dale.

“It has no computers, you just turn the key and it runs. A crescent wrench will still fix pretty much everything on this truck. I still want to add carpet floors and a new door track. My door track is bad, so I want that fixed. Other than that, it is all done for now,” he said.

“It has a wood box and it is still in really good shape. I won’t have to do anything to it for awhile. The fuel tank was originally behind the front seat. It was moved to the box, but I want to put it underneath at some point. I have the right tank for that right now, but I have to fix a couple of holes in it first,” continued Dale.

“These trucks are an ongoing piece of art. I might do something with the grille. It has some things to upgrade because it is all original. It all comes down to how custom I want to do it. I haven’t quite decided yet,” said Dale.

“I like the Chevrolet’s

better because of the single headlights, rather than the dual. Actually, I think the duals are good too. You don’t see as many duals as much as you see the Chevrolets. I have the original licence plate on this truck.

My daughter is 13 and I’ve rebuilt a vehicle for all of my children. She is claiming this one when she turns 16. She will learn to drive a standard transmission,” he laughed.

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Fa rm Truck Inspections

City Council approves replacement for ladder firetruck

By Lori Larsen

City of Camrose Council approved the replacement of Unit #214, Bronto Ladder truck for Camrose Fire Department (CFD) during the February 26 Regular Council meeting.

Camrose Fire Department (CFD) Chief Peter Krich reported on the status of the current ladder truck which was purchased in 2004 by the City of Camrose at a cost of approximately $1,000,000.

lift and is now 20 years old.

Krich explained that CFD makes every effort to follow Underwriters Laboratories of Canada CAN/ULC-S515-M88 Standard for Automobile Fire Apparatus.

The tendered cost of the selected bid for the ladder truck replacement is $2,555,046 to be funded by the Fire Apparatus Replacement fund.

“This piece of equipment has been a huge asset to the operations and safety of our firefighters and community,” reported Krich.

In a report to council,

The current truck is an E-One 100-foot Bronto Sky-

“This standard states that apparatus should be kept on first alarm response duty for the first 15 years of service, retired to reserve status for five years, then retired from service altogether after 20 years.”

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City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd elaborated, “We have brought proposals forward to council for north side of the tracks before, in fact, I think there was one in the last budget. I think it is possible to talk about it again. The issue is always, as Kirsten explained, an additional route, so it is

City Council considers changes to bus route

either another bus or less days on the existing bus. At this point, council hasn’t directed us to do that, but we can certainly look at that.”

Councillor Joy-Anne Murphy suggested that Council consider it for the upcoming budget to better serve all people.

Councillor Lana Broker agreed with Councillor

Rosland in that the north side should definitely be considered for bus stops in budget deliberations in order that all residents are treated fairly.

Councillor DJ Ilg and Francoeur echoed council’s consideration of options for including north side bus stops.

The proposed timeline for the changes are as

follows: administration finalize exact bus stop locations and timing, March; source bus stop signage, April; install no parking and bus stop signs, May; promote route, May; launch new route, June; monitor ridership and feedback, June to December.

The report was received for information.

Krich stated that the current cost to directly replace the ladder truck with another Bronto would be $3.5 million, however, there are no longer any Bronto manufacturer dealers in North America which would create issues with regards to continued service and maintenance, to not only the existing Bronto but a new one as well.

“One service company quoted $600,000 to complete the recommended 20-year overhaul on our Bronto and that it would be out of service for at least a month.”

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

The current CFD ladder truck in use during a fire training session.

City council approves ladder firetruck replacement

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Camrose Fire Department (CFD) sent out a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a 100 foot aerial platform fire truck in order to research what was available in the marketplace, and received two bid submissions, both costing approximately $2.5 million.

“We are requesting Council approve the funding for the replacement new aerial platform apparatus at a cost of $2,555,046. The chosen alternative was selected as it was the closest option to the existing Bronto with an articulating platform which would minimize operations training and be consistent with what we currently have,” reported CFD Chief Krich adding that this particular truck’s engine can be serviced locally.

Council inquiries

Councillor Kevin Hycha asked if there might be an option to find another model that may be less expensive.

Krich indicated that they did not look into any lower cost models because they want to keep the new truck close to the capabilities of the current truck with a platform and 100 foot reach. “That gives us the best safety for our firefighters.”

Hycha asked for further comment from Krich on the option of keeping the current Bronto.

“We ran into troubles last year trying to service that truck and getting it maintained. One, because it is 20 years old and trying to find the parts and get it serviced. Second, the Bronto itself is no longer available in Northern America so most of the dealers and suppliers that were operating on maintaining Brontos are not doing it any more, getting parts and getting service people could be even more challenging. We found that to be a struggle last year. So we are hoping to start fresh, start new and go for another 20 years.”

Councillor Don Rosland spoke in support of

the request of replacing the current truck with the recommended replacement, speaking to the effectiveness of a platform aerial truck for the safety of both firefighters and public.

“We have to consider too, the buildings we currently have and what might be slated for Camrose,” said Rosland.

Councillor Joy-Anne Murphy inquired as to whether or not Camrose requires a 100 foot ladder truck.

Krich replied. “A 100 foot will give us access to pretty much any third story apartment building in Camrose. The goal is to reach third floor balconies from street level, and 100 feet will give us that reach for the majority of facilities.”

Councillor Lucas Banack spoke in favour of the request and asked about the salvageable value of the current ladder truck.

Krich said that City of Camrose Fleet manager Marty MacGregor recently told him that a 2003 Bronto (one year older than Camrose’s) out of Calgary, went to auction and sold for $12,000.

Mayor PJ Stasko suggested, in light of the large cost, tabling the request for further time to consider the options.

Krich advised that the bid tender process has already gone through on the recommended replacement prices and CFD had already requested an extension on the bid tender. “That put us outside of our boundaries of our 30 day bid. Both bid tenders have extended it until the end of the month (February) and will honour those prices understanding that they are dealing with a very fluctuating market right now and to keep that price will be very hard. If we delay any further than what we are today we could see changes in the prices, dramatically.”

Krich indicated that the new truck will be deliverable for 2026.

Century Farm/Ranch families recognized

By Lori Larsen

In today’s day and age, it is difficult to find anything that has withstood the test of 100 years, let alone a family farming business, so when that milestone is reached it is cause for celebration.

The Province of Alberta has been recognizing the hard work and dedication of Century and 125-Year Farm and Ranch families in Alberta with the presentation of a plaque honouring not only the longevity of the family farm/ranch business but the contributions these families make to every Albertan, Canadian and others worldwide.

To date, the Province has awarded more than 1,970 farms/ranches with the Century Farm and Ranch Award and over 40 have received both the Century plaque and the 125-Year Farm Recognition Certificate.

The plaques are 10 x 14 inches, composed of cast bronze bearing the family name and date established and capable of withstanding outdoor elements so they can be proudly displayed somewhere on the property.

Recipients of the 125-Year Farm Recognition are presented with an honourary certificate signed by the Premier and the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation.

On February 8, Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely took an opportunity during the MLA Lovely Recognition event, to present eight Century Farm families with plaques commemorating 100 (+) years of operating a family farm/ ranch in the Camrose constituency, on behalf of the Province

Present to accept the plaques were members from: the McArthur family (Kelsey, established 1902); the Olstad family (New Norway, established 1916); the Henderson family (Forestburg, established 1922); the Moser family (Killam, established 1916); the Leeb family (Heisler, established 1923); the Gibson family (Beaver County, established 1916); the Zeniuk family (Camrose, established 1923) and the Ilnicki Family (Camrose, established 1924).

During the February 8 event, guest speaker Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation program coordinator Susan Lacombe shared information about

the program and the research, including historical records, that is done once a family has applied for Century Farm/ Ranch status.

“I think it is a real privilege to be able to look into your families’ genealogy,” said Lacombe. “When I look through our establishment documents I feel like I know a lot of you really well even though we have never met.”

Some of the resources Lacombe uses when searching Century (+) farms and ranches include: homestead documents (well reports, census records and voting records to close any gaps that may occur in homestead documentation); general and private land sales and auctions; school land sales; Indian land sale; federal land grants; CPR records; Soldier Settlement board; Hudson’s Bay Records; inheritance records and establishment docu-

mentation including endorsement on contracts, deaths, births, probates, well drilling reports and others.

“These are all the resources I use to find your documentation, and if I find something I give it to you whether it supports your application or not.”

Lacombe said that aside from the resources she uses to research applications for the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Awards, she also really enjoys the family photos that are often included by applicants or discovered during research.

She concluded by welcoming anyone to visit the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Awards website (alberta. ca/alberta-centuryfarm-and-ranch-award ) and clicking on the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award dashboard to learn more about recipients of the Awards.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, right, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Moser family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, right, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Leeb family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, left, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the McArthur family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, right, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Gibson family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, right, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Olstad family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, right, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Ilniky (Tomaszewski/Hearn) family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, second from left, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Zeniuk family.

Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely, right, presented an Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award plaque to members of the Henderson family.

Photos by Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Kodiaks drive away Pontiacs

By Murray Green

Camrose Kodiaks edged the Bonnyville Pontiacs 2-1 in overtime in Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) action, February 21.

Sam Lozinski (19) gave the Kodiaks the lead in the opening period and Bonnyville fought back with a tally of their own later in the period to tie the game.

The game was knotted for the rest of the regulation time. In the overtime frame, Levi Carter (15) was the hero for Camrose.

Goalie Carson Ironside stopped 29 of 30 shots on goal, while Camrose recorded 21 shots on goal.

The Kodiaks lost 6-5 to Lloydminster in a shootout on February 24.

The Kodiaks jumped out to a 4-0 lead, but then

gave up five straight goals. Brad Gallo (5), Bowen Grycan (5), Garrett Thom (14) and Carter Matthews (7) scored in the first period.

After the Bobcats tore up the Kodiaks, Lozinaski garnered his 20th of the season to send the game into overtime.

Goalie Ironside turned away 26 of 31 shots, while Camrose fired 32 shots at the Bobcats’ cage. Bear facts

The Camrose Kodiaks are tied for sixth place in the standings with 51 points heading into the last game of the regular season.

Former Kodiaks player Cody Laskosky was named the Atlantic Hockey Player of the Month. RIT forward Laskosky totalled a leading 14 points on three goals

and 11 assists in February as the Tigers clinched their second-straight Robert DeGregorio Trophy and the top seed for the Atlantic Hockey post season. The former Kodiak scored a least one point in all eight games and multiple points in five contests, including a three-point night in a 7-3 win over Air Force on Feb. 16. His 11 assists tie him for the fourth-most in a month in the AHA since 2012-13. Two of his three goals during the month came on the power play.

Camrose takes on Drayton Valley in the first round of playoffs. Home games are on March 7, 8 and March 13 if needed. All games are at 7 p.m.

William “Bill” Arthur Schaffter

May 22, 1929 ~ February 21, 2024

William “Bill” Schaffter of Camrose, AB, formally of Beaverlodge, AB, passed away peacefully at home on February 21, 2024, just three months short of his 95th birthday.

Bill was born to parents Arthur and Elise Schaffter from Switzerland, and was raised on a farm near Beaverlodge, AB, with his sisters, Edith (Ken Price) and Eleanore (George Basaraba). Following his graduation from Vermilion School of Agriculture in 1950, he began employment with the Canada Agriculture Research Station in Beaverlodge, where he would work for the next 35 years.

Bill and Gretta Byers were married in 1952, and were fortunate to spend the last 71 years together. They were the perfect parents to daughters Marg (Gary Taylor) and Jacquie (Kevin Pratt). In 1988, they moved to Camrose where Bill would become a full-time Grandpa to four grandchildren who adored him beyond measure, Matt, Jessica, Josh and Kourtney. They enjoyed camping and fishing together with extended family and he was able to travel to many wonderful places.

Bill had a quiet, gentle and respectful strength and a sweet sense of humour. He was a creative craftsman who could build or fix just about anything. We always joked if Bill made it, no matter what it was, it would stand the test of time. He loved wood and metal working, oil painting and wood carving. He was a devoted, wonderful Grandpa who was never too busy to play with his grandchildren, help them with their projects and listen to them. A crib game with his granddaughters was something he always looked forward to.

As Bill would tell people, he had a wonderful life. We will cherish the memories we have with him forever.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Gretta Schaffter; children Margaret Schaffter (Gary Taylor) and Jacquie Schaffter (Kevin Pratt); four grandchildren; and sister Eleanore Basaraba.

Bill was predeceased by his sister Edith Price; and brothers-in-law George Basaraba and Ken Price.

At Bill’s request, there will be no formal service.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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“Dedicated service since 1906”

By Murray Green

Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital Camrose will be celebrating Pi Day with–pies.

St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary Pi Day Fundraiser is being held in conjunction with the milestone of turning 100 years old this year. The St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary has been supporting the hospital since it opened in 1924.

For donations to the St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary, volunteers are delivering tasty pies to homes and workplaces on Pi Day, which is March 14 (03.14).

The Auxiliary operates the Hospital Gift Shop, open seven days a week from 1 to 4 p.m., with all proceeds supporting the hospital. Other events include bake sales and a yearly raffle.

For more information on Pi Day and to donate to the Hospital Auxiliary, call 780-679-6100 or visit the Hospital Gift Shop.

“Initially, the goal was to collect 100 cash donations by delivering 100 pies around the community–one for every year of St. Mary’s Hospital and Hospital Guild-Auxiliary history. But the ladies have already exceeded their goal and it was, in fact, a quick sellout,” said Jadene Mah, volunteer and foundation coordinator.

People who donated to the cause prior to March 1 had their choice of apple, cherry, saskatoon, strawberry-rhubarb or pecan pie. As of press time (Monday, March 4), Pi Day was deemed a sell-out for this year, however, donations are still gratefully accepted.

The pies are from Wild Rose Co-op. There was a limit of five pies per business though to make sure that there were enough pies for all businesses who wanted to participate.

“We are happy to deliver a pie within

City limits or out to businesses at either the Highway 21 or Highway 56 junctions.”

The Auxiliary can give a business receipt, but not a charitable tax receipt.

The Auxiliary’s purpose is to promote and advance the welfare of St. Mary’s Hospital and its patients through interpretation to the public through its service and fund raising. The first major donation to the hospital was an examining table in 1965, a much-needed item at the time.

The Hospital Auxiliary raises money for St. Mary’s Hospital to buy equipment and compassion care items for patients.

Pi Day has become an annual celebration of the mathematical constant pi (π), it is the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter 3.14. The third month 14th day, Pi is of the most important and interesting mathematical facts, which is why it has its own international day.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Blake Green of the Camrose Kodiaks circles the net in search of a player to pass to against the Fort McMurray Oil Barons. the Kodiaks are now preparing for the playoffs.

Sally Ann MacArthur

Sally Ann MacArthur was born on July 8, 1954, in Ormskirk, England, and passed away suddenly at her acreage in Beaver County, AB, on February 21, 2024, at the age of 69 years.

She is dearly missed by her loving husband Brian Heinrichs; her two sons Kevin and Christopher MacArthur (Megan); as well as her brother Andrew Heaton (Susanne); her dog Max; her cat Oliver; her three horses Luke, Jane and Shai; her grandpuppy Gus; and numerous relatives around the world.

As per a quote in her kitchen: “While there is tea, there is hope!”, a celebration of Sally’s life with a cup of tea will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the Sherwood Park Log Cabin (50 Spruce Avenue), Sherwood Park, AB. As per Sally’s wishes, this will not be a traditional service, however, the family will be sharing memories at 2:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, due to Sally’s love of animals, especially horses needing rescue, the family asks that donations be made to: https://horseheroesalberta.com/

Wanda Baraniuk

Wanda Baraniuk of Holden, Alberta, passed away on February 24, 2024, at the Tofield Health Centre at the age of 74 years.

She is survived by her husband Bill and her loving family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Tofield United Church.

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

Jeanette Franke

Jeanette Franke of Bittern Lake, AB, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the age of 77 years.

She is lovingly remembered by her family – daughter Wanda; sons Wayne and Warren; grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; sister Jo Ann (Rick); brother Maurice; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Douglas; parents George and Loleta Heisz; sister Judy; and sister-in-law Diane. Cremation has taken place. As per her wishes, there will be a graveside memorial in the summer.

Harvey LeRoy Trace

1931 ~ 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Harvey Trace on February 20, 2024, at the age of 93, with many family members at his side.

He is survived by his wife Esther Pearl (nee Neufeld) Trace; his children Sherry (Ron) Jurykovsky, Roy (Rose) Trace, Janet Trace (Phil Zelenka) and Faye (Ron) Ford; 14 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren … ranging from age 8 months to 51 years; brother Francis Trace; and sisters Lucille Vold and Audrey Lucas. He was predeceased by his parents Lorne and Flossie Trace; a brother Donald Trace; and a great-grandson Nathaniel Hill.

Harvey was born in Elnora, Alberta. He was raised around central Alberta, taking most of his schooling in the Lacombe area. As a boy, he had paper routes delivering the Edmonton Journal and Calgary Herald on his bike. One day, at about 12 years old, he went to a fair. He had saved up $3.00 from his job and was able to go for a 15-minute airplane ride. He was hooked on flying. He decided he was going to be a pilot someday, but that took money, so he found a job to earn more. At 17, he went to Yellowknife, N.W.T. to work in the Con Gold Mine. Coming back from there, he worked with his brother for Borger Brothers Construction, building water reservoirs, sewage lines, etc. He went on to road construction, drove taxi and was a flying instructor, working to make money so he could rent a plane. Harvey did ferrying for Stan Reynolds at the Wetaskiwin Airport. He said he swept floors to work his way up for more flying lessons.

Next he joined the Air Force and flew Harvards out of Gimli, Manitoba. In 1951, he was sent to Trenton, Ontario, with his unit, for the trooping of the colours for Princess Elizabeth when King George died. He left the Air Force in 1952, returning to become an Alberta Forest Ranger in the Kananaskis area in southern Alberta. One of his jobs there was riding his horse, leading a pack horse and checking power lines in the mountains, summer or winter. After a few years, he decided to go back to flying. He was a flying instructor for a while, then ended up at Associated Helicopters Ltd. #10 Hanger. This was the very first helicopter company in Alberta. Harvey flew for them for 36 years.

His jobs with the helicopter were varied … fighting forest fires, counting game, patrolling pipelines, stringing powerlines, hauling surveys with oil companies, spotting illegal hunters, and flying mercy flights (long before S.T.A.R.S). He also did timber cruising, looked after and fed stranded cattle in snow storms, and took flood victims to safety. Several times Harvey flew new helicopters from Texas to Alberta. His jobs took him all across Canada plus several months in Belize and Bombay.

Harvey had many hobbies. He enjoyed HAM radio, loved to fish, go game hunting and competitive shooting, selecting nice wood and building anything he could from it. In later years, he bought a lathe and built tools and other things from metal. He built helicopter parts. One time, he built a hockey puck throwing machine. They were really happy with how well it worked. In later years, he took up sewing and made many braided rugs and placemats as well as a few quilts.

The competitive side of Harvey brought out many events where he came home with ribbons, pins or trophies. These competitions took him all over Canada and the USA, along with some of the family to be proud and cheer him on. He won many t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, etc. Other winnings were a Rolex Oyster wristwatch that came from flying 8800 accident-free hours with the helicopter.

Harvey and Esther formed their own company, Trace Scope Repairs (repairing scopes and building stocks) and Nu-Line Distributors Ltd. (selling scopes for the Burris factory out of Colorado).

He loved to travel to Arizona for part of the winter. They did so for 36 years. He made many close friends at the shooting ranges there.

Harvey married Esther on April 8, 1955. They would have celebrated their 69th anniversary this year.

We will hold a memorial of his life in the spring. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Harvey’s memory may be made to STARS Air Ambulance, St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose, or the Alberta Cancer Association.

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Annette Marie

Nowakowski

January 22, 1953 ~ March 6, 2022

Those we love don’t go away

They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, and very dear. We miss you so much.

In loving memory of Violet French 1935 ~ 1996

You are dearly missed and never forgotten.

– Cheryl, Doug, Laurie, Sandy, Sharon, Dianne

Memorial Poems

Available for publication in The Camrose Booster Ask for our 24-page booklet of poetry. Words of comfort to remember someone special.

Harold Bjorge

February 9, 1943 ~ February 28, 2024

Harold Bjorge of Camrose, Alberta, passed away at Foothills Hospital on February 28, 2024, at the age of 81 years.

Harold spent the first five years of his life on a farm close to Ferry Point on the Battle River. For the rest of his life, this land held a special place in his heart. He, Gail and the boys loved meeting his parents Norma and Marvin, as well as his brother Myron, and sisters Joan and Audrey and their families for wiener roasts and walks in the beautiful badlands in the river valley. He took a special delight in showing his grandchildren the fossils that were found on the land (if he could find where they were located, which sometimes proved difficult).

The family then moved to a farm one mile north of Bawlf, where he attended grade school and loved playing football and baseball with his younger brother Myron and their friends.

In the ’60s, he moved to Edmonton, received a bachelor’s degree in education from the U of A, and then taught at Westmount School in the city. He later returned for graduate studies in French literature where he met a young library clerk named Gail Pluim. On her first day in late summer 1968, she was having trouble finding books that the librarian had requested she locate. So Gail asked Harold, who she thought looked intelligent, to help her. They found the books and then started going out for frequent coffee dates.

Harold and Gail were married in June 1970. He took a job teaching at Camrose Lutheran College (Augustana) where he taught until his retirement in the fall of 1998. Harold was a great teacher! He will be remembered by his colleagues and countless students for his kindness and intelligence, but probably remembered most for his sense of humour, which was legendary!

Harold and Gail had two sons Christopher and Benjamin and daughters-in-law Tracy and Shelly. Both boys each had two sons Matthew, Erik (Ben and Shelly) and Jack, Andrew (Chris and Tracy).

Harold taught Chris and Ben to play tennis as young boys and some of their most cherished times with their dad were on a court. Harold loved vacations with family, including his grandchildren. Norway, Cuba, Mexico and the Big Island of Hawaii were great family trips. He and Gail were also able to go on a tour of Israel and Egypt.

Harold was man of deep religious faith; he attended Messiah Lutheran Church in Camrose for many years. Through all of life’s challenges, his faith guided him. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and brother. He was a good man and will be fondly remembered.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 4810-50 Street, Camrose, officiated Rev. Bev Swanson.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Gerald Roswell Roth

August 12, 1933 ~ February 22, 2024

Gerald Roswell Roth of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Bawlf, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at the age of 90 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Eunice Roth; children Chad and Leah (Megan); two granddaughters; two great-granddaughters; sisters Marion Nielsen, Eleanor Garvin and Kathleen Tennant; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gerald was predeceased by his parents Roswell and Madeline Roth; and sisters Hazel Scott and Aileen Mickelson.

As per Gerald’s request, no service will be held.

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

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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James “Jim” Charles King

August 3, 1934 ~ February 24, 2024

Jim was born in Camrose, Alberta, on August 3, 1934, to Olive and Kenneth King; he was the youngest of two boys.

Jim began working for the City of Camrose, staying there for 16 years. While working for the City, he graduated from SAIT as a heavy-duty mechanic and became a Captain for the Camrose Fire Department for the latter decade. This kickstarted a long and passionate career, ranging from owning his own business to working across Alberta for Richardson Bros. He finally retired at the age of 73. Throughout his many years, Jim was known for his great sense of humour and quick wit, his strong work ethic, and his propensity for injury (which never slowed him down).

In the little leisure time he took from work, Jim loved golf, the outdoors, and vacations with his family – and sweets.

At the age of 23, Jim met Vera and they were married on April 18, 1959. Over the next five years, they welcomed two daughters, Shelley and Bev.

Jim passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the age of 89 after a wonderful 64 years of marriage. They created a loving family together, all of whom will greatly miss Jim.

Jim is survived by his loving wife Vera King; his daughters Shelley Florian (Rick Kneller) and Bev (Jim) Andrechek; and his grandchildren Anna (Zach), Jennica, Lucas (Missand Jesse.

Jim was predeceased by his parents Kenneth and Olive; and brother Dennis.

A Celebration of life took place on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

If family and friends desire, memorial contributions in Jim’s memory can be made to the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation or a charity of one’s choice.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BYLAW 1543

Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Camrose County gives notice that it has given First Reading to By-law No. 1543 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 1373.

The purpose of this By-law is to redistrict part of NE-9-42-21-4 from A-Agricultural District to CR2 - Large Lot Country Residential District.

The intent is to allow for the subdivision of the redistricted portion from the remainder of the parcel.

The redistricting is approximately 8 acres.

Anyone affected by this Amendment may make written submissions before 12:00 noon,

Tuesday, March 19, 2024. The Public Hearing for By-law No. 1543 will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in the County Council Chambers, 3755 - 43rd Avenue, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3S8. Written submissions will be heard first, oral submissions will be heard as time permits.

Copies of the proposed By-law are available online at www.county.camrose.ab.ca.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BYLAWS 1540 MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN & 1541 LAND USE BYLAW

Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Camrose County gives notice that it has given First Reading to Bylaws No. 1540 and 1541 to replace the existing Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw approved in 2016.

The purpose of these Bylaws is to address issues that have been raised by the public and Council since the adoption of the previous documents. Anyone affected by this Amendment may make written submissions before 12:00 noon, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. The Public Hearing for By-laws No. 1540 & 1541 will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. in the County Council Chambers, 3755 – 43rd Avenue, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3S8. Written submissions will be heard first, oral submissions will be heard as time permits.

AGRICULTUR AL L AND FOR SALE BY TENDER

The following land is o ered for sale by tender subject to restrictions on the existing Cer ti cate of Title: MERIDIAN 4 R ANGE 16 TOWNSHIP 47

SECTION 23 QUARTER NORTH EAST

EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINER ALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME

ARE A: 64.7

HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

Title Number: 232 18 0888

Land is comprised of 160 acres, more or less, of No. 2 soil with approximately 138 acres under cultivation and approximately 22 acres native non-agricultural land located in Beaver Count y. No fences. No outbuildings.

TERMS OF TENDER:

(1) The purchase price submitted shall be subject to payment of GST;

(2) Sale of the land is “as is – where is”

(3) Tenders are to be accompanied by a cer ti ed cheque or bank draf t made payable to “Insight for Life – L AW Ser vices, in trust” representing 10% of the tendered amount;

(4) No conditional or subject to nancing tenders will be accepted;

(5) Decision on tenders is to be made on or before Friday, March 8, 2024, at which time deposits of unsuccessful tenders will be returned via registered mail.

(6) Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted and the registered owner reserves the right to reject any or all tenders.

(7) Subject to (1) above, upon acceptance of a successful tender, the purchaser shall be obligated to complete the purchase, subject to normal closing adjustments, on or before close of business Thursday, March 28, 2024, or sooner as agreed bet ween the par ties. The 10% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. If the successful tenderer fails to complete the purchase, the deposit shall be forfeited.

Tenders will close at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024

Tenders are to be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “TENDER #13655” to:

Insight for Life – L AW Ser vices

Attention: William N. Bohdan Zadworny

Barrister & Solicitor 5131-50 Street , PO Box 250 Vegreville, AB T9C 1R2 Phone 780-632-7779

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of SERENA JOAN MARIE SKINNER, who died on NOVEMBER 21, 2023.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by April 12, 2024, and provide details of your claim with MARG ARE T WEIR ANDRE ASSEN at Andreassen Bor th, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1.

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

Scouts has some activities for you

By Murray Green

Scouts Canada is coming to the rescue of winter blahs with the Kidtastic Activity generator.

Essentially, you plug in children’s ages, topics of interest, activity levels, if you want an indoor or outdoor activity and it will tell you how to make your own snowshoes or some other activity.

With activities ranging from winter survival skills to crafty creativity, outdoor adventures—youth can explore new skills, put problem-solving abilities into play and discover their confidence and capability.

With activities tested in the real world by Scouts, it’s a quick, easy and fun online way for parents and kids to generate both ideas and guides to supercool activities for any kind of weather this winter, indoors or outdoors.

Research taken from the 2019 Canadian Community Health Survey found that the moods of youth aged 12 to 24 were more strongly affected by seasonal variation than by those aged 25 or more.

With research from Statistics Canada, we know that the majority of youth aged 12 to 17 don’t get enough physical activity in a day, and a study by Western Education found that the average child has more than four hours of screen time a day.

“We know Scouting has a positive impact on the well-being of our youth,” shared Scouts Canada CEO and executive commissioner, Liam Burns.

“Through a member survey, 78 per cent of parents have told us their kids are more confident, 75 per cent spoke of greater resilience and 72 per cent noticed stronger leadership skills. Through fun activities like those found on our Kidtastic Activity Generator, any young person across Canada can experience some of the many benefits of Scouting.”

Go to Scouts.ca/Kidtastic and fire up the Kidtastic Activity Generator to suggest ideas for hours of fun, safe and exciting activities your kids can enjoy on their own, with friends or as a family.

ANKERTON GAS

CO -OP Ltd.

Summer Employ ment

Two positions open for su mmer employ ment

from May 1 to August 30, 2024

Clea n dr iv ing record

Map read ing

Some computer sk il ls are an asset

Dead li ne for appl icat ions is March 31, 2024

Forward your resu mé to:

An kerton Gas Co-op Ltd.

Box 10 0, Bawl f, AB T0B 0J0

Emai l ma nager@an kertonga s.ca | Fa x 780-373-24 66

Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted.

BOOKKEEPER REQUIRED

We are a public practice accounting office that has been in business for 26 years. Located in New Norway, just 15 min south of Camrose.

Exper ience required:

Payroll, bank reconciliations, A/R, A/P, etc. Excellent knowledge of QuickBooks We are looking for someone who has strong accuracy in data input

Per manent position available

Competitive wage and flexible hours

Awesome wor k environment

Please forward resumé to:

Confidential Bookkeeping Inc confidential@syban.net

Missed Delivery Policy

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4925-48 St., Camrose AB T4V 1L7

Armena 4-H celebrates 70 years

By Sophia Feitsma

This is the Armena 4-H Beef Club’s 70th year in action. We started off our year with the first meeting on October 2, followed by weigh-in for livestock at the Lyseng farm which let us use their facility and scale for our club weigh in on November 4, 2023. There were 11 steers to be weighed, tagged and vaccinated.

At our Christmas party, we got together on January 4. We went swimming, skating and did a gift exchange.

Public speaking was held on January 27. We had great speeches this year, they were all very well done. Our district public speaking will be held on February 24.

We would like to thank our sponsors for their continued support. We will be getting our animals ready for our club achievement day on April 30. It will be here before we know it and we’re looking forward to showing our animals.

A s the Public Relations and Revenue Manager your focus will be relationship and par tnership building through public relations activities (i.e. CAFCL website , social media, ar ticle writing, etc .), communit y presentations, grant writing, managing database information and planning organizational events (including our annual Charit y Auction).

We are a progressive organization that prides itself on creative and innovative approaches. Through sharing inspiring stories of the work we do, you will engage with stakeholders and contribute to the legac y of CAF CL and its work!

Preference given to candidates who possess:

Relevant post secondary education

• E xperience in e vent planning and fundraising activities

• A desire to make a meaningful di erence in the lives of people

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication

• E xceptional interpersonal skills

• Problem solving

• Organizational skills

• Abilit y to work independently and as par t of a team

• Computer and Design Skills

• Grant Writing

We offer:

• Flexible Work Environment

• Great Benefits E xcellent Training

• Positive Workplace Culture

Hourly wage is based on education and experience. This position is f lexible at 20-30 hours per week with most hours being day time (exceptions for planned events, etc .). Applications will be open until a suitable candidate is found. Send resumés by email to humanresources@cafcl.org or drop o in person to The Camrose Association for Community Living at 4604-57th Street .

We thank you for your interest , but onl y those candidates being considered will be contacted

BRCF grants Hospice Society

Submitted

The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $1,700 grant to Hospice Society of Camrose and District.

“Thank you for your very generous donation of $1,700. As you can imagine, our needs are great as we serve palliative and grief clients of all ages across the districts we serve. Training

volunteers, educating our community through supportive programming and coordination of it all costs money; a wise investment in the health and happiness for your own families and of our fellow community members. We are so grateful for your support and rely on generous donations such as yours to be able to support those who

are living with grief in our community,” administrative coordinator, Melanie Poole said.

The grant is funded from income earned in the Bowthorpe Family Memorial Fund. This type of Fund allows the Foundation board to match annual grant applicants with the interests’ donors wish to support.

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

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

Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $9,308,006 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region.

Battle River Community Foundation chair Kevin Gurr, left, presented a cheque to Hospice Society chair Nancy Howard, centre, and Melanie Poole, right, administrative coordinator.

GR AI N ME RC HANT

Who We Are:

Batt l e Rive r Railway i s a f arme r owned co- op headquar te re d i n Forestburg A B . We own , o perate a nd maintain o u r r ailway, a s wel l a s ow n a n d o perate t hree grai n e levato r s a lon g o u r r ailway. O u r m ai n b usinesses are f re igh t m ovement ( grai n a n d fer t ili ze r), g rain transloading a n d e mpt y r ailca r s to rage. We h ave recentl y transforme d o u r g rai n t ransloading b usines s i nto a g rain me rchandising b usines s a n d a re l oo king fo r someone to l ea d t hi s b usiness . A s a s mall company, we l oo k for employe e s w h o a re com fo rt a bl e p er fo rming m ultiple ro le s a n d w ant a gency ove r t hei r wor k.

Over view and Scope of Work :

Th e g rai n m erchan t w il l b e responsibl e fo r a l l a spect s of bu ying a n d sellin g g rai n fo r B at tl e Rive r Railway

These d utie s i nclude b u t a re n ot l imite d to:

• Sett in g b ids , communicating t h ose bids w it h g rain bu ye r s a n d f armers

• Selling grain and m anagin g relationship s w it h customer s

• Managing p rice r isk , i ncluding m anagin g a h edg e boo k

• Managing a n d b ein g responsibl e fo r t h e g rai n b usines s

P& L

• Implementin g a sof tw are s ys te m to h el p m anag e t he grai n b usines s

Management Relationship:

Th e g rai n m erchan t w il l repor t directl y to B RR ’s G M

Ba se Salary :

TBD, b ased o n experience . Rang e 8 0-120 k p e r yea r

Location:

Forest bu rg , A B . H ybrid wor k i s possible Fu ll y rem ote i s n ot p refe rred

Bonus Compensation:

Eligible for t h e B R R Profi t Share Pro gram , s ta rt in g i n t he fi sc a l yea r 2023/24 (Se ptembe r 30 Yea r e nd). Additiona l bonu s compensatio n to b e n eg ot iate d.

Benefits:

BRR offer s a comprehensive h ealth , l ife, d isabilit y a nd denta l i nsurance p rogram . Em ploye e s a re responsible fo r ⅓ of t h e cost of t h e p re miums . B R R a lso offer s a matchin g R RSP/ TFSA p rogram . T h e cur re nt m atch is 3% of g ros s e arnings.

Business Ex penses :

Will b e reimburse d v i a s ubmi tte d a n d a pprove d expense re po rt in g p roto cols . M onthl y p hon e reimbursement La ptop to b e p rovi de d i f requested

Vacation an d Pe rsonal Emergency Time Of f: 10 d ays paid vac at io n p e r a nnum

Contact:

Matt @b at tleriverrailwa y.ca

BattleRiverRailway.ca

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Legion RD poster winners

LEGION WRITERS

COLOUR POSTERS

POSTER DRAWINGS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion presented New Norway School student, from left, Gabriel Marshall (best primary black and white poster), OLMP School student Isaac Gumpinger (first in intermediate black and white poster) and OLMP student Tshifhiwa Leslie (won the junior black and white poster) with $40 and certificates for entering and winning the Remembrance Day Literary Contest.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion presented OLMP student, from left, Yabella Reece Ybanez (best junior colour poster) and New Norway School student Lennon Bensmiller (first in primary colour poster) with $40 and certificates for entering and winning the Remembrance Day Literary Contest. Missing: OLMP student Kooper Anderson won the intermediate colour poster award.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion presented OLMP students, from left, Iretioluwa Leslie (best intermediate essay), Jaylah Van Petten (first in intermediate poem) and Tshifhiwa Leslie (best in junior poem) with $40 and certificates for entering and winning the Remembrance Day Literary Contest.

Womens retreat fosters faith

By Lori Larsen

On March 16 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.), join other women at the Resurrection Church, 5601 Enevold Drive, for a Women’s Retreat aimed at encouraging women in building faith and connecting women in local community.

“These events encourage women and strengthen their faith so that they are then better prepared for nurturing their families and reflecting the love of God in their spheres of influence,” explained member of the Women’s Ministry Team, Iona Brager. “Besides, it’s fun to get together.”

The retreat features guest speaker Gretchen Ronnevik, who will speak on the subject of her book, Ragged: Spiritual Disciples for the Spiritually Exhausted.

Gretchen Ronnevik is a wife, mother of six, and lives in Minnesota on the family farm. She is a writer and author, with her first book, Ragged: Spiritual Disciplines for the Spiritually Exhausted, which is being received with great enthusiasm.

Gretchen is a frequent event speaker and cohosts the podcast Freely Given on the 1517 Podcast Network.

She is also coming to teach an open class at the

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Gretchen Ronnevik will be speaking on the subject of her book Ragged: Spiritual Disciples for the Spiritually Exhausted.

Canadian Lutheran Bible Institute from March 11 to 15 on the topic of the patience of God.

There will also be a Canadian Lutheran Bible Institute (CLBI) event

on Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m.

For information on either of those events, contact the CLBI office at 780-672-4454 or visit the

website www.clbi.edu

The Women’s Retreat will also feature the music of Kelsey Rust of Calgary, along with her sister, Karina Nottveit, leading in worship and song.

For more information on the Resurrection Church Women’s Retreat, visit www.rezchurch.ca Registration for the event is still open.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week

Immaculate upgraded bungalow

By Lori Larsen

This wonderful three-bedroom bungalow has plenty of room, both inside and out, for your growing family. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac on an extra large lot, the home itself has had lots of upgrades.

Gorgeous wood flooring is featured throughout the main floor living area, setting off sleek white wainscotting and a fresh colour palette.

The spacious living room area is flooded with natural light from the bayed front window and features a cozy corner stone fireplace. The open concept flows into the adjacent dining area just off the kitchen, and a large opening between the kitchen and living room keeps conversations flowing.

The large kitchen sparkles with trendy white beadboard cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

The main floor five-piece bathroom has had some desirable upgrades and includes convenient double sinks. The primary bedroom features large double

closets and a two-piece en suite. Two more bedrooms complete main floor living and will keep younger children close.

The lower level is completely finished and offers so much room for family to come together for fun times. A huge games room could easily accommodate a pool table or games area, and a bonus room could be used as a home office or hobby room or converted easily into another bedroom. An additional three-piece bathroom is always welcome for a growing family.

The backyard is fully fenced and landscaped, and a back door off the main floor leads out to the patio where you can enjoy barbecues or family gatherings.

The large double attached garage is a wonderful asset, especially during cold winter months.

With plenty of room for a growing family, this home, located at 6513-34 Avenue, is priced at $349,000. For a private viewing, contact Sascha at:

C'mon, Spring! It's like you're not even trying! I would frolic in the snow, but I no longer frolic and I hate snow.

It 's like Spring and Winter are in a custody battle over us right now.

I'm ready for the rest of this week! I have my umbrella, flip flops , mittens, suntan lotion, winter coat, sunglasses , thermal underwear, iced tea and hot chocolate ready to go at a moment's notice!

Them: " When does Spring star t?"

Me : "I live in Alber ta."

Them: " Say no more."

Alber ta Weather Aler t:

Expecting: From Zero to 85 inches of snow.

Star ting: Tuesday or Wednesday or Saturday maybe, but possibly not happening at all

Recommendations : Stock up on all necessities immediately and prepare for a snowpocalypse or a beautiful weekend, either one is possible

Brace yourself ! Winter is back . No wait … it 's warm again. Okay, it's col… nope… warm again Wait! There's snow! Aaaaaand it melted

Nobody appreciates a warm day in March more than people who live in Alber ta. They star t acting totally di erent . It becomes shor ts and hoodie weather

Time to fire up the barbecue and roll the car windows down. It's truly a spiritual time!

Only in Alber ta can it be both Spring and Winter on the same proper t y on the same day

Get your husband into curling. It’s the only way to get him to sweep the house!

Curling: the only time you can tell your par tner that they are too heavy.

I can' t decide abou t curling. I like the idea of throwing stones, but sweeping seems too much like housework.

Remember, if you play poorly during your match, it just means that you made four friends and three enemies.

How do you stop Canadian back bacon from curling in a fr ying pan?

Take away its tiny broom.

I can' t imagine the self control required to work at a bubble wrap factory

Ladies do not spew profanities.

We take our time and enunciate them clearly.

Cassette tapes had a side A and side B, so it's only logical that their successor would be the CD

My grandmother reached 100 yesterday! That's the last time I get in the car with her when she's late for bingo In a packed elevator, when ever yone is silent…

My Stomach: "I will now demonstrate the mating call of a whale."

One big di erence between men and women is that if a woman says , " Smell this", it usually smells nice. If you are being chased by a pack of taxidermists, do not play dead

My therapist said I have trouble expressing emotion I can' t say I'm surprised.

Three sisters, age 92 , 94 and 96, live in a house together. One night , the 96-year-old draws a bath, puts her foot in and pauses . She yells down the stairs, "Was I getting in or out of the bath?" The 94-year-old yells back , "I don' t know. I' ll come up and see."

She star ts up the stars and pauses. Then she yells, "Was I going up the stairs or coming down?"

The 92-year-old was sitting at the kitchen table drinking tea and listening to her sisters. She shakes her head and says , "I sure hope I never get that forgetful." She knock s on wood for good measure. Then she yells, "I' ll come up and help both of you as soon as I see who's at the door."