Walking tours of the historic downtown area of Camrose from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, are just one of the many activities offered as part of Heritage Day 2024. Be part of this aspect of this fun-filled and educational day by assembling at the Bailey Theatre. Or, come to the Bailey as early as 10:00 a.m. for silent films and take a guided tour of the restored legendary theatre. The Spotlight Bistro will open at 11:00 a.m. A Welcome and Talk session from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon will feature dignitaries plus a keynote from Bruce Cutknife, from Samson Cree Nation, called "Indigenous Place Names". A special screening of Marquee Rising (the story of the rebirth of the Bailey Theatre) will be on screen at 12:15 p.m. Heritage Day will also feature special guests, tours and not-to-be-missed games at the Centennial Museum. Or, set your watch for the much-anticipated readers' theatre at the Camrose Railway Museum taking place at 2:00 p.m. Tap your way through all that is offered for this year’s Heritage Day on the Camrose Now! app.
This 1904-built building, which for decades has been the home of Candler Art Gallery, is on this weekend’s walking tour. Getting a sneak preview are guide Lauren Comba with Wolfgang Moore and Gus Kjos. Meanwhile, Deanna Mason, chair of the Camrose Heritage Days Committee, and Inga Kjos admire one of the flower planters which beautify this business as well as Main Street, Camrose.
Photo by Ron Pilger
Heritage Day activities set for August 24
By Murray Green
Several community groups have joined together to offer Camrose residents a full day of events for Heritage Day on August 24 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Bailey Theatre Society, Canadian Northern Society and Camrose Centennial Museum Society members joined to form a Camrose Heritage Days Committee.
“Heritage Day 2024 is a volunteer-led, not-forprofit revival of the Founders Days of previous years, meant to foster interest in Camrose’s history among a broad range of residents. Also, this year, we are commemorating Pe-o-kis, a Cree man and the first resident of the Camrose area,” said Deanna Mason, chair of the organizing committee.
The day will be filled with historic events including opening ceremonies guest speaker Bruce Cutknife.
“We want this to be an update from Founders Days that happened from 2005 to 2018. We wanted to start with a single day event with multiple locations. Our hope is to attract a wide range of Camrosians and people who typically may not have at-
tended Founders Days in the past like newcomers and families with young children,” explained Deanna.
“This year we are looking at a broader focus and thinking about heritage in a wide sense. You can shape your day however you want and attend each site. We have some things that happen simultaneously, but you can go to the sites and click on the events that are happening. Hopefully, people can have some fun on a nice summer day,” she continued.
“We have a group of very committed volunteers that have been working on this over the last seven months that made this possible. If it goes well, we may look to add another day to the event next year,” suggested Deanna.
“We had conversations of having a revived celebration of Camrose heritage through the City of Camrose Heritage Advisory Committee. Now that we are post-pandemic, it was time to launch an event. For me, it is important to listen to those stories of the past and learn the history of the community. If we lose those stories, we lose part of what makes this a special community,” said Deanna.
The action starts at the Bailey Theatre at 10 a.m. with tours and the showing of silent films from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Guest speaker Cutknife will talk about “Indigenous Place Names” at the theatre from 11 a.m. to noon.
Walking Tours of historical downtown will begin at the Bailey at 12:30 p.m.
Glenda Strauss will lead the tour that includes Lawrence’s Department Store (Dr. Eric Schloss), Candler/Ofrim Maland (Jim Ofrim), Duff Layton’s men’s Wear (Dan Olafson), Camrose United Church (Rev. Brian Hunter), 1908/ Canadian Club (Dennis Lindroth), Hoveland Funeral Home (James Hoveland) and City of Camrose Police Department (1956 police car on display) at the east end of the CIBC building.
The Camrose and District Centennial Museum will have old-fashioned games and tours from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
The Camrose Railway Station and Park will have a reader’s theatre on railway history in the area beginning at 2 p.m. Self guided tours will be at your own leisure.
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HERITAGE DAY
Murray Green, Camrose Booster
Heritage Day chair Deanna Mason and City of Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko sign a proclamation declaring August 24 as Heritage Day in Camrose. Committee members Janine Carroll, guest speaker Bruce Cutknife, Elliot Harder, Dennis Johnson and Emma Hutchinson gathered around to witness the signing. Missing members include David Francoeur, Heather Marshall, Deb Trout, Tanya Pattullo and Will Voth.
When a mission gets out of hand
I’m normally not a violent person. I even preach nonviolence.
On the other hand… someone visiting had been watching out the window as I yanked up weeds. When I returned to the house, he said, “Wow, I wouldn’t want to get in your way when you’re mad.”
I was startled. Moi? Mildmannered even-tempered me? (That snorting sound you hear in the background is my adult children laughing.)
On another occasion, on a hot summer day when dozens of flies got into the house, a visitor watched me in operation with a fly swatter. “I’ve never seen you look so lethal, “she said. “You look like you’re on the warpath. I’m getting out of the way!”
I admit that I was definitely in “kill” mode.
In that context, a small news item made perfect sense to me.
***
The opening sentence said, “Officials in Thunder Bay say a local resident lit his house on fire in an ill-advised effort to get rid of a wasp nest.”
Setting your house on fire is “ill-advised?” I guess that’s one way to describe it.
According to the item, the wasp nest was on the ground near the resident’s home. He decided to pour gasoline on it and set it on fire. The fire quickly spread and the house’s siding caught on fire.
I could see it happening. I started to laugh. (Easy for me to laugh. It wasn’t my house.)
In order to put out the blaze, fire crews had to strip the siding off the house.
No one was injured.
No report of what happened to the wasps, but presumably they were no longer a threat.
Definitely one of those, “It seemed like a good idea at the time.”
***
The item reminded me of a childhood incident.
Our dad was trying to swat a fly in the kitchen of our home. His aim wasn’t precise and he kept missing. He too went into “kill mode,” getting madder by the second.
The fly landed on the ceiling light fixture. Dad swatted and the light fixture smashed. The fly flew into the living room.
So there was Dad, standing in the middle of broken glass.
My brother chose that moment to say, “Um, Dad?” “Yeah.”
“Um, you know the basement window by the front?” “Yeah.”
“Um, well, I kind of parked my bike near there.” (We’d been told many times not to park our bikes by the basement windows.)
My brother paused. “And the bike kind of fell and, um, the basement window broke.”
And there was Dad, standing in the middle of broken glass. What could he say?
I thought my brother’s timing was brilliant. It’s no wonder he grew up to be a brilliant salesman, because of his ability to think what would be important to the person he’s speaking with and focus on that.
***
We’ve all had the experience. Something starts small, doesn’t work right away. We’re frustrated. We get into that “on a mission” relentless mode. Our more rational brain cells are over-ridden by primeval mindlessness. It’s human.
Fortunately, most of us have people around who can help us get back into clear thinking–or at least can divert us away from monumental stupidity. And even if we’re not diverted from stupidity, most of us don’t have the power to do huge damage.
Lucky for us. And lucky for the people around us. ***
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.
Love Camrose
Sometimes we don’t acknowledge the wonderful people serving your community. The people at the Aquatic Centre are first class. I met Malcolm Boyd, City manager, at the pool and expressed to him how impressed I am about the facility and the people.
Kudos to the good people of Camrose. I loved the experience in Camrose.
Harry Bekkering, Calgary
Parliamentary petitions
Recently, I have been hearing questions and receiving feedback on Parliamentary Petitions.
Petitions are one tool which allows Canadians to engage in the democratic process. Anyone, regardless of their age or background can start a petition. And both individual MPs and the government have
a responsibility to take petitions brought forward seriously, and every petition brought to the House of Commons requires a response from the government.
While there are guidelines and procedures to what constitutes a proper petition (called “being in order”), paper petitions can be tabled with as few as 25 signatures and online petitions can be tabled with as few as 500 signatures. There is no maximum, and in some cases, petitions have garnered hundredsof-thousands of names. Once submitted, the Clerk of Petitions in the House of Commons verifies signatures and sends the petition to the MP who is to table it. MPs may agree or disagree with the content of a petition but can table it
regardless. This is one way that Canadians can make their voices heard. In fact, earlier this year, I sent information to every school in Battle River-Crowfoot on Parliamentary Petitions that included a small package with instructions on how to create paper petitions for students. It is important that even the younger generations of Canada know that, as Canadians, their voices matter in Parliament.
For more information on petitions, you can visit my website at www. damienkurek.ca/petitions , where I have compiled resources, tips and more. You can also always reach out to my office if you are interested in putting together a petition and we can provide you with resources to help. Damien C. Kurek, MP Battle River-Crowfoot
OPEN DOORS
Murray
Booster The Open Doors executive director Mylene Garcia, left, received $5,500 on World Youth Day (August 12) from Denise Hawkins of Camrose Energy Corporation to go towards programing. Below: Criminal justice navigator Colton Mitchell and youth navigator Mira Elchidiak served items at the Open Doors barbecue on August 14.
Green, Camrose
C ORREC TION NOTICE
Please be advised that the date for Decoration Day was incorrect in the Burgar Funeral Home adver tisement featured in our August 13th issue. The correc t date for Decoration Day was Sunday, August 18th. The Camrose Booster sincerely apologizes for the inadver tent error.
WHO can I count on?
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• The Bethany Group has targeted the month of October for the start of construction of its new 80-suite assisted living complex. Denis Beesley, Bethany Group Housing and Community Services Director reported. “Forty-three of the 80 units have already been reserved (approximately 52 percent) indicates that a lot of people are in need of this kind of accommodation.”
• Camrose City Police will be moving into their new building on the North side of 48 Avenue in West Camrose. Camrose Police Service Inspector Damian Herle, who conducted a V.I.P preview prior to the move stated, “Measuring just under 16,000 sq. ft., the new facility is roughly two-and-one-half times the size of the current downtown headquarters.” City of Camrose Manager Gary Gibeault stated that the total cost for the building’s purchase, design and renovation was approximately $2 million, and that he was pleased with the work conducted by Ledcor Industries.
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• Camrose Minor Soccer expressed its appreciation to Camrose Leisure Services for its support over the years. City of Camrose Minor Sports Coordinator Jim Cook accepted a plaque on behalf of Leisure Services from Camrose Minor Sports President Wil Amundson.
• Earth moving for the future Homeco Industries $1.75 million project is officially underway Homeco will manufacture twin-wide mobile homes, which will also be suitable for setting on foundations. The project will be comprised of three buildings: a welding shop, 60’x90’ by 16’ high for the construction of metal chassis; the main factory 240’x180’ by 20’ high and a twostorey “L” shaped office area of 1200 sq. ft., South of Highway 13 Transport.
• The Sons of Norway Ronning Lodge drill team will be a highlight of the main banquet program of the 43rd International Convention of Sons of Norway Lodges, which will take place at the Banff Springs Hotel. Members of the drill team are Grace Veale, Anne Thompson, Gladys Anderson, Doreen Anderson, Isabella Torpe, Anne Heggen, Yvonne Nelson, Doris Torpe, Doris Stordahl, Amalie Snadbu and Margaret Arnston.
• The Honourable Robert Dowling, Minister of Consumer Affairs and Minister of Tourism came to Camrose to dedicate the Alberta R.C.M.P. Century Agricultural Building on the Camrose Centennial Museum grounds. Other notables in attendance for the occasion were Mrs. Malcolm Robson, President of the Museum Society, Arnold Hoveland, First President of the Museum Society, Mayor Rudy Swanson and Reeve Sandy Hutchinson.
Kodiaks open exhibition season against Whitecourt
By Murray Green
The Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) exhibition season opens on Saturday, August 24 for the Camrose Kodiaks at 6 p.m.
Camrose also hosts Drumheller in exhibition season hockey on Friday, August 30 at 7 p.m. and Lloydminster on Friday, September 6 at 7 p.m.
Away preseason games for the Kodiaks are in Drumheller on August 31, Lloydminster on September 4 and Whitecourt on September 7.
Camrose opens the regular season against the Drayton Valley Thunder out west on September 13. The home season opener is on September 14 against the same Thunder at 6 p.m. at the Recreation Centre.
Kodiaks head up north to play in Fort McMurray on September 20 and 21 for two games before heading to Calgary to play in the AJHL Showcase event. Camrose plays Whitecourt and Drayton Valley at the Max Bell Centre on September 25 and 27.
Home games in October include Sunday October 6 at 2 p.m. against Calgary Canucks; Saturday, October 12 at 6 p.m. against Devon; Wednesday, October 16 at noon against Lloydminster Bobcats and Saturday, October 19 at 6 p.m. against Grand Prairie. Bear facts
Former Kodiaks’ goalie Carson Ironside will be playing for the MacEwan Griffins in CIS hockey next season. In 13 regular-season games with the Kodiaks, Ironside posted an impressive 2.47 goalsagainst average and a .911 save percentage, earning him a 7-3-2 record.
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Guest editorial
Here comes the sun
By Arnold Malone
The sun’s energy output in one second is one million times greater than the total of all energy consumed on earth in 2013. Now, before we get too excited, remember that is the total of the sun’s energy–in all directions–not the smaller amount that lands on earth.
Nevertheless, the earth receives 20 times more energy in a day from the sun than we use in a year. The obvious fact is that we have an extraordinary source of energy; if only we knew how to fully harness it. More energy comes to earth from the sun in 1.5 hours than the total of the energy consumed on earth in the year 2001.
Solar energy is the world’s most abundant energy source. Presently, only seven per cent of Canada’s electricity is acquired from a renewable source. While this amount is growing year by year, we are in search of a technology to provide both more efficient collection of power and advanced storage.
As a developed society, we dream about making life better. People who made the first motorized buggy never envisioned a cabin with a windshield, controlled interior temperatures along with back-up cameras. Given the amount of energy that lands on our planet every second, it should be clear that one day we will harness, store and use this power for the great advantage of humankind.
When energy is cheap and in abundance, almost everything we can imagine starts to become possible. Free energy allows us to desalinate ocean water and irrigate the deserts. We could heat homes without environmental damage and transportation…well, let’s wait and see.
It was some 70 years ago AT&T used a new technology for converting sunlight into power. The hope was to provide electricity to off-grid locations. Back then, they could only activate a low-wattage light bulb. Since then, the advances in the collection of solar energy have been exponential. In 2023, there were enough solar panels to cover 10,000 square kilometres. Those panels produced 1,600 terawatts of energy. (A terawatt is one trillion watts.)
The production of solar cells is advancing in quality while becoming cheaper. The purification of the glass has allowed for more efficient power collection. Solar cells are becoming cheaper because of the increasing scale of production. Individual panels now cost less. This year, 70 billion panels will be manufactured.
Power traditionally produced noise, pollution and came with continuing costs. Solar energy is silent, operates with no fumes and, once installed, it continues to produce power for decades/generations without additional costs.
The International Energy Society claims that the efficiency of solar power has been doubling every three years. Interestingly, the growth in solar power is not directly tied to our population’s desire to reverse climate change. Nevertheless, that is a wanted advantage.
In 2008, it was projected that costs of solar panels would shrink by 19 per cent by 2020. In fact, they have decreased by 95 per cent. Solar power does not have those visual issues that wind power creates.
One fact that has been evident across history is that the cheaper the power, the more power that we humans will consume.
It seems obvious that solar energy is now at the same stage as when humans motorized the horsedrawn buggy. We are at the dawn of something big. Both the volume and consistency of energy is there for the taking.
The present-day problem with solar power is the matter of storage. Not every corner of the planet has the same amount of sunshine. Nevertheless, when ample storage becomes available, this world is in for a very big transformation. Cheap power is coming, if not now, then someday.
SOCCER FINALS
Murray Green, Camrose Booster
Above: Camrose Vikings U13 boys lost a close 2-1 contest to Calgary Impact, were defeated 7-1 by RESC and beat Airdrie 6-2 to place ninth in Tier 3 provincials August 9 to 11. Below: The Camrose Vikings U15 boys team lost to Calgary Thunder 3-1, Viktoria Wolves 3-1 and Foothills 2-0 in soccer Tier 3 provincials in Camrose to place eighth on August 10 and 11.
C OMING SATURD AY, OCTOBER 19TH
Kinettes Taste Night returns to Museum
By Murray Green
The Camrose Kinettes
Club will be hosting the Taste Night for its third year on August 22 from 7 to 10 p.m.
The event at Camrose and District Centennial Museum is a highlight for the club. “It’s a great event to showcase our fabulous local food and spirit producers, showcase our Museum is a fun way and raise money to support the Museum society and Kinette Silent Santa,” said Christine Shuman of the Kinettes.
“We also get to support the Bailey Theatre as they will be on hand selling 50/50 tickets. We will have 22 local spirit tasting vendors that will be serving tastes of their beer, wine, cider, spirit and mead. Also shown is a local area coffee roaster and some beautiful zero-proof options that are becoming so trendy right now,” she added.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
By Murray Green
The classic William Shakespeare comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be presented by Infinite Imagination this fall. The Imagination’s Travelling Theatre will be on the Bailey Theatre stage on August 30 and 31 at 6:30 p.m. On September 1, a matinee will be held at 2 p.m. A preview will be held at the Grand Park Drive Gazebo on August 23 to 25. A preview of the show was on the stage during Canada Day celebrations.
LIVE SHOWS
“We will have three very special local food vendors present, serving snacks to our guests as well. All is included in the ticket price with no additional tickets to buy,” Christine said. More information can be found on web page www.tastenightatthe museum.com or on Facebook. Tickets are sold at tickets.baileytheatre.com.
The museum society’s focus is fundraising to help support the care and stewardship of the Camrose and District Centennial Museum’s collection.
You will receive a site map to plan your tasting journey. Each museum building will have at least one liquor vendor with exciting tastes of their products for you to try.
“In addition to providing a beautiful backdrop for our liquor vendors, the museum buildings are their own attraction and we encourage you to look beyond your glass and take in the sights,” shared Christine.
The Museum is located at 4522-53 Street.
Murray Green, Camrose Booster
Heritage Day
BRSD education plan ready to welcome new fall students
By Murray Green Battle River
School Division (BRSD) is set to welcome students and staff back to school for the 202425 school year, highlighting its 2024-27 Education Plan as a focus as the year begins.
BRSD has constructed a comprehensive plan, which encompasses its core priorities: Learning Success for All, Enhancing High Quality Learning and Working Environments, and Well-Being.
Key focus areas include Learning Success for All: Ensuring that every student receives adequate support and resources to thrive while continuing to build a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy.
Enhance High Quality Learning and Working Environments: Building a positive school culture and fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for students and staff.
Well-being: Promoting inclusive environments and prioritizing the men-
tal and physical health of all students and staff.
“We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can thrive,” said Rhae-Ann Holoien, superintendent of schools. “Our new education plan is designed to ensure that every student, every day, is successful.”
The recent assurance survey revealed that 87 per cent of respondents believe students are safe at school, are learning the importance of caring for others, are learning respect for others and are treated fairly. This is a significant affirmation of BRSD’s ongoing efforts to create a nurturing and respectful environment for all students and one that its leadership takes pride in.
“These results reflect the positive impact of our dedicated staff and the strong sense of community within our schools,” said Holoien. “We are commit-
ted to maintaining and enhancing these results to ensure that every student feels valued in a supportive learning environment.”
BRSD is in the process of developing an administrative procedure about cell phone use in classrooms to align with the minister of education’s June announcement.
BRSD will be welcoming staff to the school year for its first noninstructional planning day for teachers on Monday, August 26. Leading up to the following week, staff will be anticipating the arrival of students filled with a mix of nerves and excitement as they head back into the classrooms.
Students will return to school after the long weekend on Tuesday, September 3 and welcoming staff will be eager to greet them, and then guide and inspire them as
(Upul worked as chef at Sri Lanka’s most famous hotel chains from 1992 to 2007).
Drop in for the best from Upul and his team or just to welcome him back.
pul landed a job with A.H.S in March 2024, and left the community to work in Ponoka. However, he missed his team of 15 cheer ful, talented and family-like staff back in the kitchen at the Days Inn Norsemen, he reapplied for his old position.
We’re thrilled to have Upul back where he belongs, a position he has held since 2008, one year after arriving in Camrose from Sri Lanka.
ROTARY STUDENT
Submitted Olivia Millington of Camrose arrived in Hermosillo, Mexico, for her Rotary exchange program on August 6. Hermosillo is the capital city of Sonoma County with a subtropical hot desert climate that boasts of being the hottest city in Mexico. Olivia is the daughter of Jackie and David Millington. She is very excited to be immersed in the Mexican culture for a full year. Olivia was going into Grade 12 at the École Camrose Composite High School this fall, but will be taking classes in Mexico.
Rosealta Lodge has been beautifully yarn bombed
Murray Green, Camrose Booster Johane Marchand, Jeannine Turgeon, Inna Ivanova and Louise Desjarlais show off some of the yarn bombing that is on display at the Rosealta Lodge. Residents and staff helped with the project to beautify the grounds.
By Murray Green
The grounds around Rosealta Lodge look a little more colourful this summer.
Due to some yarn bombing that took place in the spring, the grounds are brighter. Yarn bombing is knitted or crocheted material that is used to loosely wrap around trees to make them more attractive and colourful.
“I have seen this before in different countries and I wanted to bring the idea here. People often take photos of the work and decorating trees with yarn is a nice hobby. I have found there are a range of reasons why people get involved in yarn bombing. Most of our yarn bombs are about beautification or just adding a little bit of colour to a space,” said Inna Ivanova, Rosealta Lodge attendant.
She introduced the art to residents of the lodge last winter. Some residents then knitted and crocheted artwork to put on statues, trees and the grounds at the lodge.
“We spent about two months collecting all of the elements that residents had knitted. By June, we had the necessary number to install the yarn bombs,” said Inna, who came here from Ukraine.
International Yarn Bombing Day was back on June 11. “We want the yarn to be on display when people go outdoors. This project allows people to share knowledge and exchange
ideas and experiences,” Inna added.
Residents Jeannine Turgeon with her daughter Johane Marchand, Louise Desjarlais and Donna Pearson (along with some other family members) created the yarn work along with staff members Shelly Dorsey and Inna.
“We wanted residents to take an active part in our project in the spring when they had time. We decorated the first tree in our garden with elements that were made by our hands. People can admire the art while they drink coffee,” said Inna.
Yarn bombing started off in the US and has since become a worldwide thing from New York City and Los Angeles, to Canada and Australia.
“Residents joined knitting or crochet groups together to work on a project that can benefit their community and/or send a message. It helps them work together, while keeping their mind sharp and hands busy. Some may see it as a form of street art or graffiti (kniffiti), but really most yarn bombers do seek permission beforehand so that their work can stay in place,” said Inna.
She would like to see the community add other locations to brighten and add colour to the city.
“Most people enjoy seeing a yarn bomb in the urban environment, enjoying the idea that someone has left something fun in a
public place, from putting a colourful sweater on a statue, leaving crochet flowers on railings, or covering a nursery school gate in little amigurumi animals, covering a bench, leaving knitted flowers on bike racks, wrapping their fibre art around poles.”
A good way to start yarn bombing is to post a proposal in the knitting club, to get other knitters involved so that more results can be achieved, because such great strength is precisely in numbers.
“We don’t plan it out. We just decorate the trees and maybe the theme is bees. The residents decide. Louise wanted sunflowers, so she made the sunflowers and that is how we go about it,” said Inna.
Colourful trees also add a cheerful mood to the environment and in wintertime against the background of white snow, this combination will be especially winning.
“We had a statue and added an umbrella. Then someone wanted to add pieces to the umbrella and our ideas expanded. We go with what the residents like and want to see.”
Inna was responsible for organization, communication between participants and assembling finished pieces. “It is also possible on the basis of this project to make meetings of those wishing to share impressions and ideas,” she said.
YARN BOMB
SCHOOL ZONE CHANGES
School zone hours throughout Camrose will be from 7:30am to 4:30pm on every school day.
Starts September 3rd www.camrose.ca/SchoolZones
Your old high flow toilets waste 49,210L per year
That’s just over $95 per year. Applyfor rebates of $70.00 or more. Help in thewater conservation effort andget paidfor doing it For moreinformation: www. Camrose.ca/toiletrebate
Water Conservation Kit Giveaway
Want a chance to win a Water Conser vation Kit ? Pop into Cit y Hall or scan the QR Code to enter!
Must be a Camrose resident to be eligible to win.
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For more information, contact our Engineering Depar tment at 780.672.4428 or at engineer@camrose.ca
Love Local asks for stage presence
By Murray Green
Love Local Camrose is going to host the Big Block Party event again this year on September 7.
The organization requested a road closure to accommodate a stage in the downtown area.
“Our concern is that only certain employees can remove the stage when the event is done and they would have to agree to work the weekend and remove it so traffic can flow again the next the morning,” explained Ryan Poole, manager of community services.
For the purposes of the Big Block Party, approval was given to the following regulations respecting movement and control of traffic, parking and display of merchandise in connection with the Big Block Party and that streets and avenues in the City of Camrose be closed to all traffic, including bicycles, skateboards,
e-scooters and roller blades, from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 7.
Love Local Camrose agreed to reimburse the City in the amount of $1,500 for the use of the stage and administrative costs associated with the use of the stage.
Tania Greenwald of Love Local Camrose also agreed to look for an alternative stage and securing the installation and removal of the stage.
Love Local Camrose was requesting the use of the stage, which has typically been used for events such as Canada Day and Jaywalkers’ Jamboree.
If the stage is not removed after the event on Main Street, it may have to wait until Sunday or Monday, depending on staff availability to work additional hours over the weekend.
The event organizers are hoping to have a wide range of activities that will attract individuals of all ages to the event and are hoping that this becomes a yearly event. The event organizers have contacted all affected businesses to inform them of the event and have indicated that they have received a positive response.
If council approves the road closure, the organizers will communicate the event via flyers, email and social communication.
The event would use barricades, which is similar to what is done for Jaywalkers’.
“This is the second year for the Big Block Party that Love Local Camrose puts on and they are anticipating it to be a larger event than last year. Love Local Camrose will work with administration to ensure that all the required
insurance requirements and permits are met for this event,” said Brianne Hillson, manager of corporate services.
Events of the day may include bouncy castles, face painting, balloon artists, buskers, business sidewalk pop-ups and other family friendly artists.
“We have been contacting all affected businesses to let them know of our project and the response has been very positive. We are working on an all-inclusive event that showcases all of what Camrose has to offer on our beautiful Main Street. We are genuinely excited about the prospect of bringing our community together through this block party. It will be a day of joy, celebration and unity for all residents of Camrose,” said Jody McDougall and Tania of Love Local.
Th e Ci ty of Camros e is seek in g an energetic an d re liable individual to fi ll a permanen t Operator positio n in th e Utilitie s sectio n of th e Public Wo rk s depa rt ment This is a unionize d positio n unde r CUPE Lo ca l 1425 an d is inclusive of a probationa ry period as pe r th e Ar ti cl e 11.02 of th e Collecti ve Ag re emen t.
FU NCTIONS/DUTI ES (but no t limite d to):
• Assist in th e followin g duties an d ta sks: sanitary sewe r cleaning , sewe r manhole i nspections, sanitary sewe r root cont ro l program, excava tion an d re pair of broken sanitary sewe r main s an d wate r main s an d se rv ices , labourer for va ctor truc k an d wate r truck, va lve operations UD F program, cc va lve operations , distributio n labora to ry an d fi el d testing, sanitary sewe r labora to ry an d fiel d testing, lagoon weed an d vege ta tion cont ro l, mowing an d weed ea ter of gras s at al l Utilitie s Buildings, prov idin g heav y manual labour
• Mete r re ading an d mete r se rv ic e work (installations , accoun t re ad-out s an d proble m troubleshooting)
• Operations an d main te nanc e of th e Utilitie s System as di re cted
• Assistance with ot he r Ci ty operatio n functions as necessar y an d assigned
QUALIFICAT IONS :
• Grade 12 Diplom a or GED equivalent
• Water & Wa stewater Te chnica l Program an d or PostSecondar y Education.
• Al be rt a Envi ro nmen t Cer ti fi cation – minimu m of Leve l I Wa ter Distribution Leve l I Wa stewater Collection or abilit y to work toward s. Higher leve ls of ce rt if ic atio n or ce rt if ic atio n in Wa ter Treatment or Wa stewater Treatment would be considered an asse t.
• Minimu m on e (1) ye ar ex perience in utilitie s an d infrastructu re main te nanc e an d or ot he r construction background
• Aw arenes s of th e Ci ty of Camros e Al be rt a Envi ro nmen t A pproval s considered an asse t.
• Must be able to work in conf ined spaces , trenches , elevated plat fo rms, ladders, an d ex trem e weathe r conditions
• Ba si c computer literacy to operate mete r re ading computer soft wa re
• Re liable with a st ro ng work ethi c an d th e abilit y to work independentl y or in a team se tt ing.
• St ro ng writ ten an d ve rbal communicatio n skills with th e abilit y to communicat e with th e public an d contractor s in a profes sional manner
• Must be able to meet th e Ci ty ’s on-cal l protocols and pa rt icipate in th e on-cal l rota tion de ta iled in th e Collecti ve Ag re emen t an d as assigned for th e Utilitie s te am
• Va li d Clas s 3 Al be rt a Motor Ve hicle Operator ’s Licence with ai r brake endorsement or th e abilit y to obta in HOUR S OF WO RK : Hour s of work are generall y 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p. m. Monday th ro ug h Fr iday Shif t work on-cal l an d over time will also be necessar y to addres s operationa l requirements
HOUR LY WAGE : Th e star ting base hourly wage for this positio n will be dependen t upon th e qualif ic ations an d ex perience of th e successfu l candidate. Ba se hourly wage ranges from $28.66$35.68 pe r hour an d will be determined in accordance with th e CUPE 1425 Collecti ve Agre emen t, plus any additional premiu m pay as outlined in th e collecti ve agreemen t.
A PPLICAT IONS : Individual s inte re sted in this positio n are invite d to submit a cove r le tter an d resumé to th e emai l addres s below by Augu st 28 , 2024, at 4:30 p.m. If applying by email, please ensu re positio n title is included in subjec t line We appreciate and consider all applications ; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacte d.
CONTAC T:
Ci ty of Camros e – Public Wo rks: At tent ion, Manage r of Utilitie s Mailing Ad dress: 52 04 -50 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 0S 8
P: 78 0.672.5513 | E: hr@cam ro se.c a | W: www.c am ro se.c a
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP). The personal information recorded on the application form is being collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The information will be used for the purpose(s) of employee recruitment and administration and is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. If you require additional information concerning the collection and use of this personal information, please contact the FOIP Offi cer at 780-672-4426.
2 Warning
We are currently in Stage 2 of our 4-stage water shortage response plan. The following MANDATORY water restrictions are in place:
• Lawns may only be watered between 6AM to 9AM and 7PM to 11PM
•Lawns may only be watered between 6AM to 9AM and 7PM to 11PM.
• Odd-numbered houses may water only on odd-numbered days.
• Even-numbered houses may water only on even-numbered days.
Odd-numbered houses may water only on odd-numbered days
• Flowerbeds, vegetable gardens and newly-laid sod may be watered at any time by hand, provided that the wa ter used has been drawn from a rain barrel, from a watering can, or a hose with a no zzle fitted with a trigger shut-off to restrict water flow
Even-numbered houses may water only on even-numbered days
• Flowerbeds, vegetable gardens and newly-laid sod may be watered at any time by hand, provided that the water used has been drawn from a rain barrel, from a watering can, or a hose with a nozzle fitted with a trigger shut-off to restrict water flow.
• Vehicles can only be washed with bucket and hand-held hose or at a commercial car wash. Pressure washers are not allowe d to wash vehicles
•Vehicles can only be washed with bucket and hand held hose or at a commercial car wash. Pressure washers are not allowed to wash vehicles.
• Additional water restrictions can be found under Stage 2 of the Water Shor tage Response Plan or Stage 2 of the Water Conser vation / Water Use Policy
•Additional water restrictions can be found under Stage 2 of the Water Shortage Response Plan or Stage 2 of the Water Conservation / Water Use Policy.
Any violation of these restrictions can result in fines.
For more information about water conservation or the water shortage response plan, please visit www.camrose.ca/WaterShortage
businesses are
Labour transfer funds break down
By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency
As your MLA, I want to address an issue that has significant implications for Alberta’s workers and employers alike.
Ottawa’s recent and unexpected decision to cut $70.8 million in Labour Market Transfer Agreement (LMTA) funding for Alberta is a serious blow to our province’s work force development efforts. This decision is not only unreasonable but also comes at a time when Alberta is grappling with critical skills shortages across several key industries, including construction, health care and education.
The impact of this cut is far-reaching and immediate. As a result, our government has been forced to put an indefinite hold on the Canada-Alberta Job Grant program for the remainder of the 2024-25 fiscal year. This program, which provided nearly $27 million in 2023-24 to Alberta employers, has been instrumental in ensuring that new workers receive the training they need and that existing employees can gain essential job-related skills. For many small- and medium-sized businesses, which received approximately 80 per cent of this funding, the Canada-Alberta Job Grant has been a lifeline, enabling them to stay competitive and grow in a challenging economic environment.
Despite several letters and appeals to the federal government, including direct communication with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Randy Boissonnault, Ottawa has stubbornly proceeded with its decision to reduce LMTA funding for Alberta’s workers.
This cut will leave Alberta’s employers short by around $10 million in skills and training funding for 2024-25, directly affecting approximately 1,000 businesses and the training opportunities for up to 4,000 Albertan employees.
The Canada-Alberta Job Grant program has been vital in helping thousands of Albertans close skills gaps, further strengthening our labour market and contributing to the growth of our economy. The loss of this funding is a significant setback, especially as our province continues to address labour shortages that threaten the prosperity of our industries and communities.
Our government understands the critical role a strong and skilled labour force plays in the success of Alberta’s economy. That’s why, even in the face of these challenges, we are committed to finding solutions. We are working diligently to develop and implement new employer-led training programs that will provide Albertans with similar opportunities to gain the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. These innovative programs will be designed to meet the needs of employers, training providers, and industry—both now and in the future.
While we are deeply disappointed by the federal government’s decision to cut LMTA funding, we remain unwavering in our commitment to addressing labour shortages and bridging skilled-training gaps in Alberta. We will continue to advocate for our province and explore every avenue to support our workers and businesses in these challenging times.
Thank you for your continued trust and support as we work to protect Alberta’s work force and ensure a prosperous future for all.
Contact my office if you require my assistance. A reminder that I am a commissioner of oaths and a notary public and provide the service free for constituents.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact my office. We are always here for you!
You can contact Jackie Lovely, Camrose MLA, at Constituency Office, 104, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. Tel: 780-672-0000, camrose@assembly. ab.ca or at Legislature Office, 6th Floor, 9820-107 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 1E7.
Buffaloes to launch a new football season
By Murray Green
The Camrose Buffaloes are preparing for the 2024 football season.
The bantam squad plays in the 12A side Mills Division in the Capital District Minor Football Association.
The peewee squad plays in the peewee nine-side division in the Capital District.
Camrose will have two teams at the atom level, Navy and Red. They play in the six/side division in the Capital District. Email for general inquiries to camrose buffaloesfootball@gmail.com or for more information on how to register for the upcoming 2024 football season.
Let the children be heard
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A group of Augustana researchers, accompanied by University of Alberta Augustana Campus music director Ardelle Ries recently returned from Montreal, Quebec, after presenting research From the Voices of Children (FVC) at Podium 2024, Canada’s national bilingual choral Conference and Festival.
Research assistants Stephanie Schuurman-Olson, Chloe Shantz, Anna Wiebe, Melissa Hiebert and Hannah Nichol, along with Ries, were delighted to be able to present their present findings on their research at the conference, themed Open voices, open minds.
In a recent news release regarding the research, Ries commented, “Through the lens of the 21st century and, as well, the experience of a global pandemic, if music educators are challenged, what about the children, themselves, and, furthermore, what meaning does singing have in their lives?”
Ries proposed the questions: Would a mandated hiatus from singing seriously impact children’s desire to make music through singing? Would a lack of singing activities and opportunities compel many to turn away from singing, thus threatening future generations of singers?
Since the spring of 2021, with these questions in mind, the FVC research team has been passionately out in the field, listening to over one hundred and thirty children from across the province of Alberta sharing their personal singing stories.
The research was generously supported by: the UA Endowment Fund for the Future/Support for Advanced Scholarship (EFF/SAS); the Kule Institute for Advanced Study/Alberta Teachers Association Research Collaboration (KIAS/ ATA); the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Insight Development Grant (SSHRC IDG); and the UA President’s Fund for the Creative and Performing Arts.
Ries explained that the FVC research is set up in three phases collecting data via interviews and surveys of children ages six to 15.
The first phase was regional and focused in Central Alberta. The second phase expanded to include larger centres like Edmonton and Calgary and the third phase, happening now, is the most comprehensive look, having researchers engage with children across the province through interviews, surveys, observations and interactions.
The culmination of the FVC project will take the form of a documentary film
showcasing children as they tell their singing story through the power of their own words and the beauty of their own voices.
“With this exciting and informative research in mind, the Augustana Conservatory is excited to be broadening its programming,” reported Ries.
The 37-year-old flagship program, Music with Children, was developed using Zoltan Kodaly’s pedagogy of teaching musical concepts, largely through singing, games and movement. Several years later the program was extended to the piano with the creation of Keyboard Explorers.
Keyboard Explorers teachers Michelle Kennedy Hawkins, Deanna Decelle and Melissa Hiebert utilize both private and group lessons as a means of facilitating individual skill development at the piano while maintaining the creative group emphasis as developed in the Kodálybased Music with Children.
Ries indicated that with the research of FVC happening now, it seemed the perfect time to expand on the programming by creating a companion to Keyboard Explorers, coined Voice Explorers.
Similar to it’s counterpart, Voice Explorers will continue the Kodaly learning established in Music with Children.
Voice Explorers is designed for children Grades 1 to 4 and will allow students to foster their love of singing while learning musical concepts through individual lessons as well as group classes which will include learning through games, activities and communal singing.
Recognizing that children are the voices of the future, Ries, the research team and the Voice Explorers teachers want to ensure that these voice continue to be lifted in song.
Armena hosts a community market
By Murray Green
The annual Armena Community Market that features a variety of homegrown and homemade goods, children’s activities and the opportunity to get out and visit with your neighbours is coming soon.
On September 2 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. everyone is welcome to come out to the market located at the Armena Recreation Grounds and enjoy a selection of items to choose from including
fresh locally grown produce, handmade products and baked goods. While adults wander around checking out the market goods, the children can enjoy some fun activities. When you need a break from shopping, enjoy a piece of homemade pie while you sit and listen to music. If you are interested in being a community vendor or would like to donate pies for the event, contact Terri Lyseng at 780-608-9126.
Fedorchuk named Kodiaks coach
By Murray Green
The Camrose Kodiaks announced Dean Fedorchuk as the new head coach and assistant general manager. He brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the team’s success both on and off the ice. Fedorchuk, a seasoned hockey professional with an impressive playing and coaching career, expressed his gratitude and excitement for joining the Kodiaks. “I would like to thank the Camrose Kodiaks management and board for the opportunity to join the organization. The Kodiaks are a team with a strong tradition at the junior hockey level in both Alberta and on the national stage, and the goals of the organization align perfectly with my personal belief sys-
tem.”
He emphasized his enthusiasm for becoming part of a program that is deeply rooted in the Camrose community. “I am excited to be part of a Kodiaks program that receives such strong support from the local community. The management and scouting team have done a great job assembling a great group of players on the ice and young men willing to make a positive contribution in the community.”
“We will strive towards playing a winning brand of hockey–a style of play that is hard to play against for opponents and exciting for fans to watch in a packed house at the Encana Arena in Camrose,” added Fedorchuk.
He played his junior
hockey in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League’s Winnipeg South Blues, where he was a champion and leading scorer.
Fedorchuk went on to NCAA hockey at University of Alaska where he was a Hobey Baker finalist, AllAmerican and NCAA leading scorer.
He played professional hockey over 13 years with championships in Germany and Denmark.
Off the ice, he has 13 years in professional leagues, serving in various coaching, scouting and management roles.
The Camrose Kodiaks of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) is known for their dedication to excellence on the ice and their deep ties to the community.
WASTEWATER FUNDS
Murray Green, Camrose Booster City of Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko and council received $667,228 in grant funding from MLA Jackie Lovely to support the water treatment plant media filter upgrade, August 12.
GFL takes over City landfill
By Murray Green
The Camrose Regional Solid Waste Authority has transferred ownership of the Camrose Regional Landfill to GFL Environmental, the long-time operator of the landfill.
The Regional Landfill has been in operation since 1983 and, until this year, had been governed by the Camrose Regional Solid Waste Authority (CRSWA), but operated by GFL Environmental.
In May 2022, the CRSWA made the decision to transition the landfill to a transfer station operation. With this arrange-
ment, GFL will continue to operate this site for a 25-year period, which will remain as a landfill until the site capacity is reached.
At that time, GFL will construct and operate a transfer station for the remainder of the term. This means GFL will be fully responsible for the capital investment required to construct new landfill cells and have assumed the long-term liability related to the closure and post-closure of the landfill.
“The sale and transfer of responsibility for the landfill lowers both the en-
ROBERT “BOB” ELTON GARBE
ROBERT “BOB” ELTON GARBE, of Camrose Alberta, passed away on August 3, 2024, at the age of 86 years. Bob was born in Daysland, Alberta, in 1937 and grew up with his parents and siblings on the family farm in Daysland. Bob and his family were well known as curling and baseball competitors growing up, and Bob remained an avid and decent curler for a good chunk of his life.
Bob’s working career began as a big-rig truck driver in Edmonton and he drove for about 15 years before starting work at the steel mill in Camrose, Alberta, where he worked until his retirement in 2002. He remained in Camrose and area until his passing, preferring life in the smaller city. Anyone who knew Bob knew he was a quiet and laid back soul; however, he was no pushover. He was a private person, strong willed and stubborn at times, but he also had a good heart and quick smile. Bob very much had a sweet tooth and loved partner dancing. Described as a bit of a lady’s man, he was definitely a charmer! His secret pastime passion was watching the Young and the Restless!
Bob is survived by his son, Norman (Brenda) Garbe of Edmonton; his step-son Rick (and family) of Edmonton; and numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws, all of whom he appreciated as part of his life journey. He was predeceased by his parents (William and Irene Garbe); all of his siblings (Kenneth, Doreen, Stanley and Melvin); his step-son Randy Garbe; his ex-wife Terry Porter; and many friends/other relatives.
As per Bob’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral or memorial service following cremation, just a private family celebration of life. You are invited to please privately celebrate Bob’s memory in your own way.
Jesse Harris
Jesse Harris of Camrose, Alberta, was born on April 17, 1985. He passed away on August 15, 2024, in Camrose at the age of 39 years.
He is survived by his brother Kody; nieces and nephews Kobi, Lilli, Makayla and Braxdyn; numerous family and friends.
Jesse was predeceased by his mother Kim and his sister Kenzie.
vironmental and economic risks to the City and the CRSWA, while ensuring that the services provided to the community are maintained,” Mayor PJ Stasko said.
“The City of Camrose has negotiated that, as part of the deal, the service levels, including hours of operation and the types of materials collected at the landfill, will continue as they are today through a 25-year disposal agreement between GFL and the City,” said City general manager of infrastructure, Kristofer Johnson.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Lorraine Radke
Lorraine was born in Camrose on November 16, 1939, to John and Mildred Nelson. She passed away on August 11 at the age of 84 years.
Lorraine, with her mom and dad and older sisters Kathleen and Linea, lived at a lumber camp near Campbell River, BC, where John had employment. In 1943, the family moved to their farm in the Heatherbrae district, and this became Lorraine’s growing up home. Younger brothers Glen and Gordon were born after the family returned to Alberta.
When Lorraine was sixteen years old she began working at the Bethany Sunset Home in Camrose, and this was the beginning of a lifelong career. Her dream had been to become a nurse. In 1991, she graduated from Alberta Vocational College as a Personal Care Aide, after completing their Program of Studies. This was a proud achievement in Lorraine’s life. Until retirement she worked at Rosehaven.
On November 16, 1956, Lorraine married Leroy Linden. Three children were born to them: Cheryl, Becky, and Tim. The family was living in Bittern Lake when Leroy died in 1979 from a heart attack. This was a hard blow for Lorraine and for their children.
On May 11, 1996, Lorraine married Dwayne Radke, and this began a new chapter. These were happy years, with many wonderful family gatherings. Lorraine loved her family very much. Lorraine and Dwayne lived on their farm in the East Bittern Lake District until their move to Camrose in June 2019. Lorraine enjoyed returning to Camrose. Lorraine really liked Main Street Camrose and she enjoyed shopping, and she walked uptown many times to visit her favourite stores and visit with the store clerks, who often became her friends.
Dementia made the last few years very hard for Lorraine and her family. Dementia took the sparkle from her life. This was a hard time and a hard road to walk.
Lorraine is survived by her husband Dwayne; her daughters Cheryl Linden (Ken Wood) and Becky Vandersluis; her son Tim (Janice) Linden; and five grandchildren Nathan (Alaina), Kyla, Derek (Sue), Nicole, and Ashley (Corey). She is also survived by three great-grandchildren Reagan, Jacob, and Kendra; her sister Linea (Pete) Wittich; her brother Gordon (Gail) Nelson; her in law’s Melody (Dave) Brager, Wendy (Bruce) Enarson, Gloria Potter, Mark (Jane) Radke; and many other family and friends.
FUNER
Bart Orr started with Burgar Funeral Home after the loss of his father James Orr to ALS in the fall of 2009. John Person and Cam Parker recognized something unique in Bart during the arrangements while planning for his dad’s funeral. A few months following James’ service, they asked him if he would consider joining them at Burgar Funeral Home and become a funeral director
After owning and operating his own electrical business in the Camrose, Bawlf, Rosalind and Daysland areas for many years, he welcomed the opportunity, as well as the honour to become a funeral director with Burgar Funeral Home. As with many of the families we serve, Bart’s family has been served over multiple generations with compassion by Burgar Funeral Home.
Bart and Karen have three children Hayley, Jilisse and Bobby, who are active in sports, their community, and the St. Francis Xavier parish in Camrose. The son of James and Connie (Wolbeck) Orr, Bart grew up on a farm south of Bawlf, where he completed his schooling. After high school, he was off to Lethbridge University and then to Edmonton and Sherwood Park for his electrical apprenticeship. He then returned back home, where his heart had always been, to start his electrical business serving the people in the communities he knew and loved.
It was back home at Bawlf where Bart met his wife Karen, the daughter of Jim and Rita (Yuha) McTavish. Karen has been a dental hygienist in Camrose for nearly 20 years.
Bart is very proud of the history of service that Burgar Funeral Home has been known for since 1906. Serving our community and its families is his passion. Bart continues to build on the longstanding reputation of excellence, that is what makes up our past, and continually strives to maintain that same level of service by himself and his staff, long into the future.
MaryLinn Frazier of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on August 14, 2024, at the age of 64 years.
She is survived by her granddaughter Morgan Carlson; five sisters Maxine Madden, Gail Riggs, Jeannie Dumont, Donna Araujo and Darlene Nelson; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Mary was predeceased by her parents Joyce Stec and Don Frazier; son Carl David Carlson and nephew Shannon Dumont.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel in Camrose. Memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
In loving memory of Joel Cassady 10 years ago today dear Joel Was called to his eternal rest; Gone where the angels sing so sweet, And taken when God knew best. We miss him here so very much, His presence oft seems nigh, But we all hope in Heaven to meet Where no one says goodbye. Missing you, Connie, Jay, Linda and family, Tammy, Chris and family
Camrose Composite High School 2024/2025
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024
NEW STUDENT REGISTRATIONS
Students who are not yet registered are welcome to come and register on this day.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
Grade 9 – morning and afternoon Grades 10-12 – afternoon ONLY
9:00 a.m. – Grade 9 students will receive timetables and textbooks
11:00 a.m. – New student orientation (Grades 10-12) in the Trojan Zone
11:30 a.m. – Grade 9 Welcome Barbecue begins
12:15 p.m. – Welcome Back Barbecue for all students
12:40 p.m. – ALL other grades begin regular classes
GOT JUNK? GOT CLUT TER? GOT EXCE SS? GOT LEFTOVERS FROM YOUR GARAGE SALE? Give it away by kicking it to the curb!
Friday and Saturday, September 13 and 14
Pick up your FRE E signs at the Booster o ice 4925 -48 S treet
Note: Buses will not run at noon for students to come to school.
If students cannot find alternate transportation, they will need to arrive in the morning and remain in the library until afternoon classes begin. All buses will be operational before and after school.
Park your treasures on the boulevard, or on your front la Clearly mark them as FR EE . If you plan to participate, call 780- 672-3142 or email camrosenow@camrosebooster.net and submit your address. Deadline is Thursday, September 5 at noon.
We will post your Kick it to the Curb address on the app. This will feature turn-by-turn instructions dire ct to your treasure trove!
Special Sign-up Now Sections
will be running in The Camrose Booster August 20, August 27, September 3 and September 10 editions! People of all ages are ready to get involved! The Booster ’s “Sign Up Now!” special sec tion has been designed to help you reach your target audience. New people are the lifeblood of any organization. Invite prospective members to join your club,
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By Murray Green
Judy and Dale Dreger own a bright yellow 1966 Ford Mustang GT convertible car.
“I found this car sitting in a C-can in Ardrossan about 11 years ago. It was pretty much done. I’ve done some upholstery work and had some work done on the top. I detailed the engine and I did some minor suspension work. I re-did the clutch. Basically, it was about 70 per cent complete. I just finished the rest,” explained Dale.
“The car sat for so long, we had to change the tires, they were flat on the bottom. I have been doing some checking on the serial number and it had original numbers matching the 289 engine with four barrels and four speed transmission. This is a GT, rather than just a doctored up Mustang. The way you can tell is by the five-stud bolts on the wheels,” shared Dale.
“The car has a little more horsepower with the GT and it has disc brakes on the front. The other unique thing it is a four speed convertible,” Dale said.
“The place I was working at, at the time, was talking about building a hot rod. I was thinking a 1930 or ‘32 Ford car. I had a flathead Ford engine and I like those engines, the sound, something very unique. I was looking for something dif-
The automotive section of Mustang convertible is a old treasure
Judy and Dale Dreger enjoy driving a 1966
convertible is ideal for road trips, but Dale avoids
ferent. This fellow I worked with asked me what I was looking for and he showed me this picture of a Mustang. He told me he wanted to sell it, get rid of it. He made me a very fair offer, so I decided to take him up
FUN FACTS
The first-generation Ford Mustang was manufactured by Ford from March 1964 until 1973. The introduction of the Mustang created a new class of automobiles known as pony cars. The Mustang’s styling, with its long hood and short deck, proved wildly popular. Since it was introduced four months before the usual start of the 1965 production year and manufactured alongside 1964 Ford Falcons and 1964 Mercury Comets, the earliest Mustangs are widely referred to as the 1964 and a half model by enthusiasts.
Production began on March 9, 1964. Mustang Serial Number One (5F08F100001 from the pre-production batch) was sold on April 14, 1964, at the George Parsons Ford dealership in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. The V8 models were identified with a badge on the front fender that spelled out the engine’s cubic inch displacement (260 or 289) over a wide V. This emblem was identical to the one on the 1964 Fairlane. The engine lineup was changed, replaced with a new 200 horsepower C-code 289 cubic inch (4.7 L) engine with a two-barrel carburetor as the base V8. An A-code 225 horsepower four-barrel carbureted version was next in line, followed by the unchanged 289 HiPo K-code equipped with a four-barrel Autolite 4100 carburetor that was rated at 271 horsepower.
on the offer. I wasn’t looking for the car, it kind of just fell into my lap. I was looking for something much older,” recalled Dale.
“My wife agreed and my children encouraged me to do it, so I agreed,” he laughed. “As soon as I saw the car, I thought when the top goes down, the price goes up. The convertible is worth it and it makes the car more unique. The car was always yellow. I had the upholstery done and it looks like it has always been yellow. I know the front fenders and inner fender wells on the front were re-done. The back quarters have been done, some metal replaced, But it was all painted like this when I received it,” shared Dale.
“It runs like a champ, so I enjoy driving it. I like going to local car shows. I have a bucket list of shows and I’m considering taking it to Vernon, BC, this year. Whether that materializes, I don’t know. I have a little trouble just taking it anywhere and parking it in a parking lot. I appreciate
people that want to look at the old cars, but they lean on them with their belt buckle and scratch them. They don’t understand the work that has gone into it. I don’t take this car on gravel roads,” said Dale.
“Since we bought this car 11 years ago, we have put 5,700 miles on it. The car is parked in a heated garage in the winter with a cover on it, but it is very enjoyable.”
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If you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original) or even if you’re in the midst of a build: street, rat or restoration, we’d lik e to profile your projec t.
BRIGHT TREASURE
Murray Green, Camrose Booster
Ford Mustang in the summer and going to car shows. The restored
parking lots as much as possible.
You can do regular car maintenance
By Murray Green
Keeping your car running smoothly involves regular maintenance and care.
Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for the recommended maintenance schedule. This typically includes tasks such as oil changes, fluid checks, filter replacements, tire rotations, and other routine inspections. Adhering to the manufacturer’s recommendations helps ensure that your vehicle operates efficiently and minimizes the risk of breakdowns.
Routinely check the levels of essential fluids in your vehicle, including engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid and power steering fluid. Low fluid levels can lead to engine damage or other mechanical issues. Top off fluids as needed and address any leaks promptly.
Maintain the correct tire pressure as specified in your vehicle’s owner’s manual. Underinflated or overinflated tires can affect fuel efficiency, handling and tire wear. Check tire pressure regularly, including the spare tire and inflate them to the recommended PSI.
Rotate your tires regularly to ensure even wear and extend their lifespan. Additionally, have your tires professionally aligned as needed to prevent uneven tire wear and maintain proper handling and stability.
Regularly inspect and replace your vehicle’s air filters, including the en-
DEATHS
Lorraine Iris Radke, of Camrose, on August 11, at 84 years of age.
Alvin “Bud” Douglas Fenton, of Ferintosh, on August 14, at 90 years of age.
MaryLinn Frazier, of Camrose, on August 14, at 64 years of age.
Jesse Harris, of Camrose, on August 15, at 39 years of age.
gine air filter and cabin air filter. Clean air filters improve engine performance, fuel efficiency and interior air quality.
Monitor the temperature gauge on your dashboard and address any signs of overheating immediately. Inspect the cooling system regularly, including the radiator, hoses/coolant levels and replace coolant as recommended by the manufacturer.
Avoid aggressive driving habits such as sudden acceleration, hard braking, and high-speed maneuvers. Gentle driving reduces wear and tear on the engine, transmission, brakes, and other components, extending their lifespan.
Whenever possible, park your vehicle in a garage or shaded area to protect it from extreme temperatures, sunlight and weather elements. This helps preserve the exterior paint, rubber seals and interior components.
Pay attention to any warning signs or unusual noises from your vehicle, such as dashboard warning lights, grinding brakes, or strange engine sounds. Address these issues promptly to prevent further damage and costly repairs.
Wash your car regularly to remove dirt, debris and corrosive substances that can damage the paint and undercarriage. Additionally, periodically wax and detail your vehicle to protect the exterior finish and maintain its appearance.
By following these maintenance tips and caring for your vehicle regularly, you can help keep it running smoothly, efficiently and reliably for years to come.
Four-year-old
PET CHICKEN
Murray Green, Camrose Booster
Emella Enns of Camrose became very attached to a chicken during the Bullying Enns event at the Camrose Regional Exhibition on August 17. The car show and event raised funds to go towards Bullying Enns projects in the local area.
Taking care while feeding the world Local horse riders enter working camp, cup
By Damien C. Kurek, MP, Battle River-Crowfoot
Farmers and ranch-
ers are some of the hardest-working people in the nation. With a sunup-topast-sundown schedule, our farmers and ranchers work tirelessly to raise and grow the food we need and love.
These jobs are critical to our supply chain and can often go unrecognized for the substantive role they play in our economy. Without our producers, Canada’s food supply chains would grind to a halt, grocery store shelves would be empty, and the world would have far less of the food it needs from a strong and stable supplier.
Mental health is an important subject, and common-sense Conservatives have been hard at work advocating for and bringing awareness to the necessity of treating mental health as health care. The subject of mental health is close to the hearts of many Canadians, but it has a particular impact on the agriculture sector, where stigma around addressing mental health challenges exists.
As Danielle and I remain connected with our multigenerational family farm, this time of year with harvest season kicking off, we know it is essential for everyone involved to be mindful of mental health challenges that can come with the stresses of agriculture, on and off the farm.
I recently met with Agknow, an Alberta-based organization focused on reinvigorating our farming sector with an emphasis on mental health. They are bringing a rural Alberta outlook to mental health on the farm. They are showcasing that it takes a community to work through the unique situation our farmers and ranchers are in, which includes providing the support people need during these busy seasons. The numbers show productivity, safety, and good mental health are products of each other.
A successful harvest, seeding, or calving season is crucial, and your mental health during it is key. This goes beyond the farm, as it is a stressful time for everyone, as kids head back to school and routines are reestablished after a busy summer. The challenges with the costs of living and the economy, political concerns, family and community stresses, and as the days get shorter…now is the time to be reminded of the need to ensure we take our mental health earnestly.
Here in Alberta, Agknow is one group of many, small and large, working to end the stigma associated with mental health and ensuring resources are available. Conservatives were proud to lead the way in calling for a 9-8-8 suicide-prevention hotline which was established last year. You can find more resources, both local and national, by visiting a webpage I have dedicated to this: www.damienkurek.ca/mentalhealth.
I want to wish farmers across Battle River-Crowfoot and across Canada a happy harvest season and I hope you are blessed with a bountiful harvest. And on behalf of a grateful nation, I also urge you to take the time to care for yourselves during your important work. It is a good reminder for all of us to be good neighbours and reach out to care for those around us, break the stigma around mental health, and support someone in their time of need. If you need help, please be brave enough to ask for it.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, you are encouraged to write Damien at 4945-50th Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, text 403-575-5625, or e-mail damien. kurek@parl.gc.ca. You can also stay up to date with Damien by following him on social media @dckurek. If you are in need of assistance regarding a federal government program, or need assistance and don’t know where to turn, feel free to reach out to MP Kurek’s office.
By Murray Green
Local riders Sheryl Kusk and Carolyn Rogers will be competing in the Cross National Working Equitation Cup and Camp in Moose Jaw, SK, on August 26 to September 1.
“As a senior and a retired nurse, I was looking for something to do with my horse and a new challenge physically and mentally. I have found that challenge with western dressage and equitation. Staying active and involved with younger women motivates me,” said Sheryl, who has entered shooting sports with her horse in the past.
“We both have worked hard at training our horses for this camp. Since it is in Canada, there will be more Canadians in this event in 2024,” added Sheryl.
Riders in the event are not only from across Canada, but from Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
“We have been training with a coach over the past year that is going, and she has gone to these events before. She got us excited about us,” said Sheryl.
“The last time it was in Canada was in 2019 in High River. There will be a lot of riders from the United States this year because it is closer to the States this year,” added Carolyn.
“We work on a lot of western dressage on the basic skills, transitioning from one gait to another and ease of handling (ob-
stacles),” shared Carolyn.
More than 100 riders will be showing skills and sportsmanship throughout the event.
“During the camp, we learn about dressage, handling, speed and communicating with our horses. Our goal is to do it right and worry about the speed and time later,” said Sheryl.
The camp is focused on camaraderie and education with top equine educators from around the world. After the camp, a three-day competition will be held.
“The part we are excited about is the fact we get lessons twice a day for the first four days. That is the camp component. We have instructors from around the world teaching us at the clinics. Then the competition starts with dressage tests, then ease of handling and the third day the speed events,” explained Sheryl.
“The fourth trial is cattle handling, but neither one of us were drawn to go into that event. They didn’t have enough cattle for everyone to participate, so entries were based on a draw basis,” explained Carolyn.
Working equitation is a rapidly growing sport in North America and has focused on classical horsemanship, development of the horses with safety and welfare as a top priority. It supports using horses for ranch work and functionality. The vision is to see Canadians inspired to achieve personal excel-
lence and embrace lifelong participation in the sport of working equitation with some pursuing it to an international level.
“Just the opportunity to train with some of these people is the highlight. You only get to see them on YouTube or something. We will be able to ask some questions and learn more from some of the best in the world,” said Sheryl.
“We both have a background in timed events. This is learning to dance and communicate with your partner, in this case your horse. It is a whole different world as far as riding with your horse,” said Sheryl.
Horses also need to be trained to think instead of doing things by routine.
“I’m still barrel racing, so for me to get on my horse and have her calm and collected and work together nice and quiet is huge. These are events that need communication between you and your horse that becomes fine tuned. I have found that my barrel racing has improved because of this training. It helps overall balance and conditioning,” said Carolyn. “This is more fun when you are learning so much and new skills.”
The horse owners also have to take care of the animals, that includes nutrition and health care just like humans, so they are in top shape for the various competitions.
Sheryl Kusk, left, and Carolyn Rogers are ready to compete in Moose Jaw.
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ROOMS FOR RENT in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students. Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.
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SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $2160/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-6723142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.
2-BEDROOM APARTMENT – In excellent condition! Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one parking stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an elevator and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-233-0224 for more info or to set up a viewing.
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EXTRA LARGE SECOND FLOOR OFFICE – on Main Street, Camrose. 340 sq. ft. former broadcast studio, super quiet. Very well-kept property. Quiet, considerate neighbours. $468.63/ mo., including utilities. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days. Two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.
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Systems Analyst I
CO MPETITIO N #: TBG 3030 DE PA RT MENT: Information
FACILI TY: Heritage B uilding Technology and Innovations
TITLE: Systems Analyst I STAT US: 1.0 FT E - Pe rmanent
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a member of the Information Technology & Innovation team, the System Analyst I is responsible fo r Tier 1 level suppor t fo r the organization. The Analyst is very customer fo cused and enjoys working with people from all disciplines/department s. The Analyst work s closely with all member s of the Information Technology Team to ensure computer systems function optimally at all times. Incumbent must have above average communicatio n skills and enjoy sharing information for the further develo pment and grow th of the entire te chnology infrastructu re within the organization. As a team player, the candidate will be a key participant in both operational and projec t- based work
QUALIFIC AT IONS:
• Recognized 2-year Computing Science Diploma or equivalent combinations of related educatio n and computer related training and experience required
• Microsof t training preferred
• Previous experience with Information Systems used within Health Care industry an asset
• Previous experience in a multidisciplinar y team environment desirable
• Previous suppor t in a user suppor t role an asset
• A combination of educatio n and work experience may be considered
REQU IREMEN TS:
• Providing Tier 1 desk top suppor t fo r mid-sized organi zation with 1,000 + users
• Tier 1 level suppor t provides basic trouble shooting, log- in issue re solution, printing issues, MS Windows/Of fice how-to questions
• Able to lift /c ar ry/move weight s up to 50 lbs.
• Set up and installation of desk top/ laptop computers and monitors
• Create /maintain documentation as required
• Valid driver’s license
PAY RA NGE: As per MOS Terms and Conditions
This position includes Benefits and Pension Plan
DATE POSTED: August 6, 2024
CLOS IN G DATE : Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
For more information please visit our website www.thebethanygroup.ca
Must be 18 years of age or older to apply fo r this position Please email your resume to resumes@bethanygrp.ca
The competitio n number must be listed in the subjec t line to be considered for this position
All Employee s are required to be fully immunize d against COVI D-19 and provid e proof of full immunization against COVI D-19 as a condition of employ ment Full immunization status is achieved when 14 days have passed after the second dose of a two-dose vaccine, or the first dose of a single-dose vaccine. In compliance with The Protection for Persons in Care Act, successful candidates must provide a valid Criminal Record Check (current within 90 days) before employment can be confirmed
We sincerely thank all candidates for thei r application; howeve r, only those sele cted for inte rview will be contac te d.
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: https://www.ualberta.ca/faculty-and-staff. Please note this position is located at https://www.ualberta.ca/en/augustana/about-us/index.html in CAMROSE, AB Working at Facilities and Operations
Facilities and Operations is a diverse portfolio responsible for a range of essential services and work across our five campuses. From managing capital construction and renovations, providing utilities and energy management, to delivering student and campus services, Facilities and Operations works behind the scenes to make the university a great place to study, learn and work.
Position
Reporting to the Manager - Augustana Facilities & Operations, the Facility Technician provides a variety of maintenance tasks to help ensure that conditions to a safe, efficient and economical operation are maintained in University facilities. The position will provide after hours emergency facility support by being on-call, on a rotation with other technicians.
Qualifications
• Grade 12 Diploma
• Power Engineering 5th Class Certificate or a Building Operator Certificate
• Valid class 5 driver's license
• Supplemental Courses, i.e. WHMIS, First Aid, Biological & Radiation Safety, APPA standards, Project Management, Microsoft Word & Excel are an asset
• Must have a certificate from a Vocational School in a trade related to the building industry. Mechanical and or Carpentry training from a recognized technical institution.
• Grounds equipment and skid steer knowledge and certification are an asset.
• "American Water-Works Ticket'/'Backflow Preventer Ticket' would be considered an asset
• Experience with water/steam/low pressure glycol boilers, PSV's and pump systems is recommended
• Experience with Building Management System (BMS) software such as RCWebview would be considered an asset To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5512456
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta in the past 18 months will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: https://www.ualberta.ca/faculty-and-staff.
Location - Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, Camrose, Alberta. This role is in-person. Position
The Maintenance Worker I - Grounds Technician is responsible for providing a safe, aesthetically pleasing landscaped campus environment for the university community within the framework of University policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High School Grade 12
• Horticulture Diploma or Journeyman Landscape Gardener License
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License, non-GDL
• Two (2) years of experience necessary to acquire the necessary skills and expertise
• Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P) knowledge
• Management Plan for Ice and Snow Control Knowledge
Pe rmanent, Fu ll Time Empl oy ment Competitive Salary an d Fu ll Benefi ts Nice, Clean, Inside Envi ro nment. Emai l yo ur re sumé in conf idence to: acdand y@ acdand y.co m A.C. Dand
Preferred Qualifications:
• OHS Supervisor's course, skid steer, standard first aid, fall arrest, aerial work platform, ladder safety To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5510121
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS
Estate of K AREN ARLENE FESER, late of Camrose, Alber ta, who died on Januar y 20, 2024
If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by September 19, 2024, and provide details of your claim with SCOTT FARNHAM of Farnham West Stolee Kambeit z LLP, Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7.
If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have
Facility Technician - Augustana, Camrose
Maintenance Worker - Grounds
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If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have
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Af ter nearly nine years with the Camrose Booster, Lori Larsen has chosen to retire. Over the year s, Lori has earned a reputation for her fair and accurate reporting which has cont ributed to making our publication welcome in homes throughout our trading area. Although Lori will be difficult to replace, we are now accepting applications for this permanent, full-time position. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
As part of our newsroom, the successful applicant will work collaboratively with our other reporter to maintain and enhance our high standards of editorial qualit y and communit y service. We of fer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a car allowance and the oppor tunity to wo rk with a team of hard-working professionals who take pride in producing a publication that is recognized as one of the top 1% in the North American free communit y paper industry
Qualifications:
1. Strong organizational and time management skills, ensuring that objectives are achieved within the necessary deadlines.
2. A demonstrated abilit y to write cris p, engaging stories with attention- grabbing leads and meaningful quotations
3. Excellent interviewing skills demonstrating the ability to zero in on the essential elements of the story while establishing and maintaining rappor t with sources.
Preference will be given to candidates who have post-secondary education, preferably in journalism, have previous experience in a community newspaper newsroom and have ex perience in page layout. Be aware that this position involves a certain amount of evening work and weekend assignments.
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Pursuant to Section 606 of th e Municipa l Gove rnment Ac t, th e Council of Camrose County gi ve s notice that it ha s gi ve n Firs t Re ading to Bylaw No 1552 to amend La nd Use Bylaw No 1541
Th e purpos e of this Bylaw is to redistrict Lot 4, Block 1, Plan 1424213 (P t. SE 25 -46-20 -4) from A – Ag ricultural District to RCI – Rura l Commercial / Industrial District
Anyone af fected by this Amendment may ma ke writ te n submission s befo re 12:0 0 p. m., Thursd ay, Septembe r 5, 2024 Th e Public Hearing for Bylaw No 1552 will be held on Tuesday, Septembe r 10, 2024, at 10 :45 a.m. in th e County Council Ch ambers , 3755 -4 3 Avenue, Camrose, Al be rt a T4V 3S 8. Wr it te n submission s will be heard fi rs t, oral submission s will be heard as time permits.
Copies of th e proposed Bylaw a re available online at www.count y.camrose. ab.ca.
BRCF grants Moose Lodge
By Murray Green
The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $1,500 grant to the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #563.
The Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge is receiving funds from the Foundation to support their weekly provision of a free spaghetti supper to primarily homeless and low-income individuals, in an effort to promote food security. The funds go towards supplies, as the whole operation is undertaken by volunteers. Since the initiative started in 2022, approximately 40 events per year have been hosted.
According to lodge administrator Linda Rostad, “I think grants from the Battle River Community Foundation in support of
the spaghetti supper are very beneficial. Not only do they help to provide a hearty meal to those who are homeless or low income but, even for those who choose to pay, the act of eating together provides a wonderful sense of community.”
The grant to the Moose Lodge is funded from income earned by the Dennis and Doris Ofrim Fund, the Bert and Sharon Bromley Family Fund, the Bob and Lesley Bell Fund, the Shane and Shauna Ashton Fund and the Foundation’s Community Fund. These types of funds allow the Foundation board to match annual grant applicants with the interests donors wish to support.
The Battle River Com-
munity Foundation exists to support organizations in east central Alberta that benefit the local communities and positively impact 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 is 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.
By Murray Green
This home is located in the soughtafter Valleyview subdivision. This fivebedroom bungalow it is a must see.
As you walk in, you are greeted with a spacious living room with a cozy gas fireplace. The living room flows right into a kitchen with an island, pantry and dining area. The kitchen features a walk-through pantry to make stocking groceries efficient.
The large primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and a three-piece en suite. The remaining area on the main floor contains two additional bedrooms, a four-piece bathroom and a main floor laundry.
As you head to the basement, you enter a massive family room and a wet bar, which make hosting movie and
game nights a dream. Two additional large bedrooms and a four-piece bath are located in the basement.
At the rear of the house, you have a partially covered deck that is perfect for barbecues, a good-sized garden shed and plenty of green space for enjoying the outdoors.
The property also has a 24’ x 24’ double attached heated garage with hot/ cold water and 220 wiring.
Being only steps away from access to the valley walking trail system, this location is unbelievable.
View this home at 5602-28 Avenue, priced at $579,000, that is just waiting for you.
For a private viewing, contact Mark at:
[At the beach, abou t to go into the lake] "But I don' t want my stu stolen." [Covers stu with a towel] "Okay, now it's safe!"
Took the family to the beach. We spent two hours packing, three hours tr ying to get out the door, one hour driving, one hour parking and walking to the beach, 30 minutes at the beach, and three weeks cleaning the sand out of the car
After age 35, there is no possible way to get out of a pool f loat with your dignit y intact.
No one is full of more false hope than a parent who brings a lawn chair to the beach
My kids put together a PowerPoint presentation explaining why we should go to the water park.
It has several slides.
My summer has included rating my kid's 1 7 million pool handstands on a scale of 1 to 10, even though the y are all prett y much only 4s
Spider 1: "Any plans for today, Bob?"
Spider 2 : "Just the usual. Gonna place a single strand of web at face level across where humans walk ."
Wife : "I' ve had enough. It's over! Get ou t!"
Husband : "Ok ay, good luck killing spiders."
Wife : " Wait , come back!"
One does not simply become a master of k arate. First , you must accidentally walk into a spider web Why are they called "Daddy Long Legs" and not just "Long Legs"? What's the daddy bit abou t?
I just locked eyes with a spider, but instead of killing him, I ran away and hid, so he can spend the night stressing about where I am
There's something I don' t quite get abou t Spiderman. Why don' t any of his archenemies just try to squash him with a giant shoe?
I turn into a mob boss when I see a spider "I want him dead. I want his family dead. I want his house burnt to the ground."
My wife told me to take the spider outside instead of killing him. So we went out . Had a few drinks. Nice guy. He's a web designer.
Whoever said, "Out of sigh t , out of mind" ne ver had a spider disappear in their bedroom at night.
I just killed a huge spider running across the floor with my shoe. I don' t care how big the spider is, no one steals my shoe.
There's a fine line between fishing and standing on the shore looking like an idiot
If you do nothing all day, you're called a bum, but if you do it in a boat , you're called a fisherman.
Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day.
Teach him how to fish…
…and he's out of your hair for hours.
…and he' ll waste hundreds of dollars on equipment
he' ll only use a few times a year
…and he' ll steal all your good fishing spots
What sor t of music should you play while fishing?
Something catchy
What to tell your boss during fishing season:
• "Sorr y I was o sick all week . My arm was in a cast."
• "Sorr y I missed your call. I was on the other line."
• "I've got Fish Pox . I should probably quarantine for a few weeks."
I have a secret fishing spot.
Not even the fish know about it.
What to say when your wife asks if you bought more fishing gear :
1. "It was an accident."
2. "It was on sale."
3. "I' ve had it for awhile."
4. " You look ver y prett y today."
5. "How abou t we go out for supper
yq per ?"
Mark Wrubleski
Battle River Community Foundation vice-chair Stephen Kambeitz presents a cheque to Bonnie Cooke, proponent, and Linda Rostad, lodge administrator.
