December 17, 2024 Camrose Booster

NIGHT Ugly Holiday Sweater

Hockey notwithstanding, one of the most treasured Camrose Kodiaks games of the year annually is Ugly Holiday Sweater Night, sponsored by MK Energy Services Ltd Everyone who comes to the game in an ugly holiday sweater on Saturday, December 21, at 6 p m ., can enter their name to win a team-signed jersey, a meet and greet with the team, plus four free tickets to any future regular season game The top three sweater wearers will receive gift certificates from Wild Rose Co-op: 1st prize – $100, 2nd – $50, and 3rd – $25 The Kodiaks will be offering their $35 family special for full family admission, as well as a Kids' Club Member post-game skate They will also be debuting their exclusive holiday-themed jerseys at this game, thanks to MK Energy Services Ltd

The Chuck MacLean Arts Centre team will be hosting a photo booth and props, and an ugly holiday sweater ornament craft session for kids New this year, The Sweeterie is graciously providing cookies shaped like sweaters that children can colour with food-safe markers As a bonus, enter the raffle for two Sweeterie baskets for any child who creates a craft or cookie

Camrose Kodiaks teammates Spencer Masters, #4; AJ Schaaf, #21; and Jackson Schneider, #10; swap out their regular jerseys with ugly holiday sweaters.

Photo by Ron Pilger

FREEZER FILLED

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Hauser Home Hardware Building Centre staff and volunteers collected food in its Fill the Freezer campaign to support the Neighbor Aid Center Food Bank in Camrose. They raised over 1,000 pounds of perishable and non-perishable items.

BEAR SUPPORT

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose A & W manager Sheri Fitzgerald, front left, along with several staff members, donated $474, raised from Poppy sales and customer donations during a Remembrance Day promotion, to the Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund chair Gord Pasiuk. The funds are used for various community projects.

VALOUR QUILT

Submitted

Quilt of Valour volunteer and veteran Dan McLuskie, left, and Quilts of Valour regional co-ordinator Diane Cole, right, presented a Quilt of Valour to Donald Huestis, who served in the army for 25 years. The quilt provides comfort to Canadian Armed Forces members, past and present.

Holiday preferences

In the past few days, I’ve enjoyed hearing different ways that friends and family members are celebrating this holiday season.

Some are doing traditional things–family time, special holiday food, parties, gift exchanges, Christmas music.

Some friends are travelling to exotic locations and spending Christmas in the tropics. Others are going to a ski resort.

A Jewish friend is looking forward to traditional Hanukkah rituals. This year Hanukkah begins at nightfall on December 25 and ends with nightfall on January 2, 2025. Each evening her family’s three generations will light the menorah and read blessings. The celebrations will include four menorahs. Much light indeed!

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Traditions change as families change.

One friend is–for the first time in her life–not having Christmas day at her home with her children and now grandchildren. Her family’s gathering was last weekend. She is delighted that all her children and grandchildren could be together, no matter what the day. She’s curious how she’s going to feel on Christmas morning.

I know people who have lost family members during the past year. They feel the loss more keenly during this season. One family, whose husband/father/grandfather died during the past year, decided to change all the family’s Christmas customs. They are going to the mountains for a few days.

Another friend is, for the first time, not hosting their family’s multi-generation Christmas dinner. She and her husband have been invited to have Christmas dinner with their son, daughter-in-law and toddler and infant grandchildren. Their daughter-in-law’s mother will also be there. My friend says it feels weird not to be the one in charge.

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Not everyone enjoys traditional ways of celebrating the holiday. One friend is “getting the family stuff out of the way on Christmas Eve.” Then she’s looking forward to several days alone with a stack of books and a fridge full of wonderful grazing food.

Another friend, who has no close family, is spending Christmas day with a colleague. They intend to create a brand new revenue stream. She and her colleague think that will be more fun than traditional Christmas activities!

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I’m remembering cherished moments from the past. I remember live Christmas trees too big for the space but nobody cared. I remember sneaking around to keep gifts a secret. I have fond memories of laughter and whimsy.

I’m even cherishing memories of 2 a.m. on a Christmas morning. I was still wrapping gifts to be tucked under the Christmas tree before the kids woke up in the morning–probably at a ridiculously early hour. Then I encountered the dreaded words, “Some assembly required.”

Aaauugh! (It’s funny now.)

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Over the years, as family and circumstances have changed, I’ve changed too. There was a time when I could not imagine not having a Christmas tree. I could not imagine not exchanging Christmas gifts with every family member. I could not imagine not being with family on Christmas Day.

Now I’ve had all three of those experiences. I realize that rituals and traditions can mean whatever we choose them to mean. What really matters is the essence of the tradition. We can create new ways to honour the intention of our traditions.

Here’s my holiday season wish for you. Whatever your holiday beliefs and traditions are, whatever form your holiday season takes, may the last few weeks of this year intensify the love, joy, peace, generosity and gratitude in your life.

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

HELPING FAMILIES

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster

Over the past five years, Doane Grant Thornton has partnered with the Camrose and District Family and Community Support Services (CDFCSS) to bring joy and relief to families in Camrose and the surrounding area during the holiday season. They don’t just buy the presents; instead, parents and caregivers are invited to create personalized wish lists tailored to their families’ needs. This generous act offers meaningful support during the holidays. Pictured, from back left, are Loren Telawsky, Jen Enright, Beth Kushnerick, Jolene Doig, Kyle Cote and Hayden Lievers. Pictured from bottom left are Cheryl Whitaker and Megan Boles.

CHECKSTOP

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster

Camrose Trauma and Crime Support Services (TCSS) partnered with the Camrose Women’s Shelter and Camrose and District Family Support Services (CDFCSS) to run their annual Charity Checkstop to collect donations to help the local individuals and families in need of extra support. From left are Nora-Lee Rear from Camrose Women’s Shelter, Vikki Williams from TCSS, Camrose Police mascot K-9 and Lyndel Kasa from CDFCSS.

FOOD BANK

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster

Camrose Food Bank received a $500 donation from the Camrose Royal Purple. From left, receiving the donation is Holly Field, interim program director of Camrose Neighbor Aid Center, and presenting the cheque, Dolores Evans from Royal Purple.

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• City of Camrose Manager and Disaster Services Committee Chair Gary Gibeault stated, ”We are very confident that if a Y2K Computer Problem arises, it won’t catch the City of Camrose unprepared. If there is a city- or province-wide emergency, we will implement our Municipal Emergency Plan.” Sergeant Darrell Kambeitz noted that Camrose Police Service will have extra staff New Year’s Eve and the morning of New Year’s Day to assist the public. According to him, the service has been preparing for the possibility of Y2K problems since October, 1998.

• Anne Laskosky, President of the Camrose & District Senior Centre board, presented a painting by noted Camrose artist Jim Brager as a special retirement gift to Senior Centre Director Gladys Mowat at a farewell tea. Gladys was retiring after fifteen years of service to the Senior Centre.

• The Greater Camrose Community Foundation awarded a grant of $2,500 to the Town of Killam to assist with the costs of constructing a therapeutic hot tub in the Community Agriplex. Accepting the cheque from Foundation Director Bob Borth and Treasurer Arnold Malone were Killam Mayor Darlene Jenson and Killam Recreation Coordinator Sharon Moser

• The sale of Battle River Country – a History of Duhamel and Area was officially launched at a special event in the Duhamel Hall. The first copy off the press was auctioned by Dave Hutchinson, who is a grandson of one of the Duhamel district pioneers. It was purchased by Herb Ross, also from a pioneer family, for $130. Mr. Ross told the audience that he bought it for a gift to his wife, who was one of the group that had spent many hours collecting material for the book.

• Gordon Stromberg, MLA and Arnold Malone, MP were among those who officially greeted the guests who visited Pedersen’s Greenhouses at the annual “Prelude to Christmas.” Also assisting with greeting guests were Mrs. Stromberg, Rita and Ken Nyback, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Campbell and Bill and Berdie Fowler. The visitors toured the greenhouses which contained a magnificent display of poinsettias, chrysanthemums, and other plants. The Women of the Moose served coffee and a variety of Christmas “goodies”.

• SAAN Store manager Don McLaren and cashier Lily Mah were pictured with their new electronic retail terminal machine, which is more than a cash register. It records all daily transactions and tabulates the sales made from any one of the various departments. The transactions are transmitted on coded cassettes to the Head Office, where stock sales are recorded, giving an immediate inventory picture.

Sh ot! A weekly dose of good old-fashioned advice , inspirat ion or simple logic.

Gingerbread House Contest

MLA Jackie Lovely needs your help to choose the

Choose your favourite entry from below and cast your vote by email or phone by December 27.

Email camrose@assembly.ab.ca with the subject line “Gingerbread House Contest” and include the entry number assigned to your favourite photo below. Alternatively, votes may be submitted by phoning the Constituency O ce at 780-672-0000

Thanks to all Gingerbread House builders for your tremendous e orts!

Stay tuned! Winners will be announced in the December 31st issue of The Camrose Booster

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The Coldwell Banker team, hard at work. Unfortunately, their creation collapsed a ter completion. A++ for e ort!

Battle River Physiotherapy

Park Place North

Royal LePage Rose Country Realty

Camrose FCSS

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FCSS Skën Rejuvenation

ReMax Camrose

Physiotherapy Camrose Legion

Camrose Police Service

The Open Doors

Physiotherapy

Christmas Eve Services

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❱ Bethel Lutheran Church – 7:30 p.m

❱ Camrose United Church – 7:00 p.m

❱ Camrose Church of God – 5:00 p.m ❱ Messiah Lutheran Church Christmas Eve – 4:00 p.m. and 8:00

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Locals put together a Christmas concert

By Adan Shaikh

A Community Christmas concert is being held at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on December 18th. The doors open at 6 p.m., and the concert will begin at 7 p.m.

This is a free event put together by parents and community members wanting to keep the Christmas spirit alive in Camrose.

By Murray Green

A Christmas dinner will be served at the Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 25.

“This is our fifth dinner we have hosted. Marilyn and I came up with this idea because there are so many people who are alone on Christmas Day, or families have gone different directions, or are far away. This is not a Legion event, but it is held at the Legion and everyone is welcome. We want people to phone in and register so we know how much food to cook,” said co-organizer Jeanne Trachy.

Back in 2019, Jeanne and Marilyn Weber, who both work at the Legion, decided to provide a supper on December 25. Soon they had a lot of volunteers.

“We asked people to let us know if they were coming so that we knew how many people we had to feed. We cooked eight turkeys and fed 180 people the first year. This is for people from the community who want a place to go on Christmas,” shared Marilyn.

The dinner is for families to get together and enjoy turkey, ham, dressing, potatoes, gravy, cabbage rolls, perogies, vegetables

and dessert.

“The Legion offered us the space rent free and the kitchen for the dinner, but this is not a Legion event,” said Jeanne. “Once we started talking about it, people were offering us things like a free turkey or ham. They were extremely generous and the community was awesome. We even had volunteers come in on Christmas Eve Day and peel potatoes for us and cook the turkeys.”

The ladies wanted to give back to the community and allow for some fellowship for people who are on their own.

“The amount of donations and volunteer time has blown us away. I’m okay with doing this on Christmas Day because it is a feelgood thing as well. I’m happy people can get together and enjoy a meal,” said Jeanne.

“We receive volunteer help on Christmas Eve Day because there are a lot of potatoes to peel,” laughed Marilyn.

“We get help to decorate the tables too,” added Jeanne. “All people have to do is find a way to get down here.”

The dinner is free, but you must register by calling 780-672-3325 with Jeanne or Marilyn.

ELKS DONATION

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Camrose Elks donated $500 to the Merry Christmas Fund. Pictured, from left, Morris Henderson, chair of the Merry Christmas Fund, and Gerry Czapp, past exalted ruler of the Camrose Elks.

WINTER WONDERLAND

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster The Camrose Public Library hosted Winter Wonderland on December 7, giving families a chance to enjoy crafts, snacks and free professional Christmas photographs. From left, Aurora and Kristin Skoglund, had their photo taken in front of a beautiful wintry backdrop.

“The school my children go to decided this year that they were not going to do a Christmas concert, but many parents look forward to it each year. I started a petition and quickly realized that many parents shared this sentiment. With the help of other parents, local businesses and community members, we were able to organize our very own Christmas concert,” shared Melissa Rozema, organizer of the concert.

In only two weeks, the team of parents and volunteers have managed to put together an event with over 50 kids already registered to participate and more signing up each day.

“We are keeping it inclusive, the concert is not limited to just school kids. Any children in Camrose and surrounding area can register to perform. We will do one rehearsal before the event to finalize the program,” said Melissa.

This opportunity also invites home-schooled children to participate as well as community members. The guests will be joined by a special guest, local musician Jasmyn Wright.

The event is free of cost, however, donations can be made to help with the costs. Any extra funding will be donated to the Camrose Food Bank.

This beautiful initiative to spread Christmas cheer throughout the community is a great example of how solidarity can create love, hope and joy, which is what Christmas is really about.

“We are so thankful for the support we have received from local businesses and for the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre for opening their doors for us so quickly,” commented Melissa.

To register or donate to this event, Melissa can be contacted at 780-608-9554.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

ÉCCHS Trojans players Liam Rohatynchuk and Anton Gerner defend against Holy Rosary during a 61-47 victory on November 29.

Trojans launch basketball season with classic

By Murray Green

The École Camrose Composite High School (ÉCCHS) Trojans have started its basketball season with the annual Classic on November 29 and 30.

“It is a short turn around from volleyball to basketball. Our basketball teams hosted the senior BP Classic, and our junior teams will host their BP classic on December 13 and 14,” shared Graeme Thain, athletic director.

“We’ve had a successful start up to our basketball season. Our senior teams hosted one of the first tournaments of the season with teams coming from across the province. The girls competed well and finished third, only losing to the eventual champions from H.J. Cody. Our boys played well throughout the tournament. They won all three games they played by more than 20 points each on their way to the championship,” Thain said.

Empl oyment O t unit y Economic Development Assistant

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ARY FULL-TIME (1 YEAR TERM)

Camrose Count y is hiring an Economic Development Assistant to provide administrative suppor t , manage social media, foster business connec tions, and assist with event planning. This position o ers the chance to play a vital role in promoting business growth and communit y engagement. Apply by Januar y 10, 2025.

For full details , visit our website at: http s ://county camrose .ab ca/work-in-camrose- county/ employment-oppor tunities/

NOTICE OF DE VELOPMEN T PERMITS

The following Development Permit has been conditionally approved subject to the right of appeal to the Land and Propert y Rights Tribunal. Any person claiming to be a ected by a de velopment permit approval may appeal to the Land and Propert y Rights Tribunal, 2nd Floor, Summerside Business Centre , 12 29 91 Street SW, Edmonton, AB T6X 1E9, ( 780)427-244 4, lpr t .appeals@gov.ab .ca, by 4:30 pm on December 31, 2024.

Type of Development : Convenience and Liquor Store Legal Description: NW-19-4 8-18-4 (Round Hill) Address: 19 Twp Rd 4 84 E     Permit Number : 24-150

By Murray Green

Bruins to take on Kings

Camrose Bruins had the week off in the North Central Hockey League (NCHL).

Camrose travels to Morinville on Dec. 21 for a contest. The next home game is also against the Morinville Kings on January 18 in the Max McLean Arena at 8 p.m.

Other home games are on January 25 against Lacombe Generals and January 31 against Wetaskiwin Longhorns. Bear facts

Lane Lightning and Carson Welke lead the team in scoring with 12 points each. Carson has six goals, while Lane has five after 10 games.

STAMP AROUND CAMROSE

PU BLIC NOTICE

Land Use Bylaw 3222-22 Development Permit #5120 – Variance

Th e Ci ty of Camros e Deve lopmen t Au thorit y ha s received an applicatio n of variance for Re ductio n of Ya rd Setbacks Th e variance reques t woul d permit an ex isting a ccessor y building (s hed) to encroach by 0.28 m in to th e re ar yard se tback an d 0.28 m in to th e side yard se tback. Th e proper ty is locate d within th e M H–M obile Home an d Tr ansition Neighbourhood District at : Lo t 25 , Bl oc k 1, Plan 80 2 19 83 ; 4820 -55 Ave. , Camrose, AB

For fu rt he r in fo rmation, or any person(s) having comments of suppor t or objectio n may cont ac t anning & Deve lopmen t Se rv ices 04 -50 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 0S8.

participating businesses)

Grand Prize Draw: December 23

Congratulations to weekly winner of $100

Week 1: Chris Merlin (entered at Wideman Paint & Decor)

Week 2: Randy Lunn (entered at R&D Hot Tubs)

Week 3: Marilyn Murray (entered at Bea’s Blooms)

Support the businesses involved in this year’s promotion

• ALO Aesthetics

• Audio Video Unlimited

• Battle River Sports Excellence

• Bea’s Blooms

• Birchwood Bath & Candle Co

• Bra Necessities

• The Brick

• Camrose Booster

• Camrose Coffee

• Camrose Machine & Welding

• Camrose Motorsports

• Canada Post

• Candler Art Galler y

• Crystal Glass

• Dales Liquor Store

• Davison PC Pros

• Duff Layton’s Men’s Wear

• Electro Tel (Cellular Div only)

• Francoeur Cleaners

• From Kicks to Kids

• FYidoctors

• Harley’s Liquor Store

• Interiors on Main

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x: 78 0.672.6316

Email: planning@cam ro se.c a December 23, 2024, at 4:30 pm

it ten co rrespondence shal l includ e name, addres s an d re ason for suppor t or objection.

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Import ant Update Business Licence Renewals

Postal delays WILL af fect your business licence renewal invoice.

Avoi d disruptions with these tips:

• Cont ac t th e Pl anning & Deve lopmen t Depa rt ment at 78 0.672.4428 or planning@cam ro se.c a an d reques t th e invo ic e to be emailed.

• Yo u ca n visi t second fl oo r of Ci ty Hall Monday to Friday, 8: 00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (close d for lunc h 12:0 0 – 1: 00 ) excludin g statut or y holidays an d reques t th e invo ic e in person

• Switch to electronic billin g to receive invo ice/stat emen t on time, sign up vi a ou r paperles s billin g at www.c am ro se.c a/BL-SignUp/ (o

invo ices an d stat ements).

To prevent

• IRIS

• Kaoz Kids/Kaoz Kloset

• Ken’s Furniture

• LaScala Jewellers

• The Lefse House

• Nutters

• Old Hippy Fine Wood Furnishings

• Purity Water

• Quilting from the Heart

• Revive Salon & Day Spa

• R & D Hot Tubs

• Save-On-Foods

• Sole City Shoes

• Sure Exposure

• Take Care Mobility

• Twists & More

• VIP Labs, Vape in Paradise

• Vinesation Olive Oils & Vinegars

• Wideman Paint & Decor

• Wild Rose Co-op (Food Store)

• Wild Rose Co-op (Gas Bar)

• Wild Rose Co-op (Liquor Store)

Another promotion by:

Postal delays may affect utility bills, accounts receivable notices, and vendor payments. Avoid disruptions with these tips:

• Utility Bills: Switch to electronic billing to receive bills on time. Sign up via our Paperless Utility Bill Sign-Up For m at forms.camrose.ca/Paper less-Utility-Bill-Sign-Up

• Accounts Receivable: Opt for electronic invoicing for rentals, leases, etc.

• Vendor s: Sign up for secure, faster payments with Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

Signing up for Pa per less Billing only a pplies to future bills

Want to sign up for e-billing or EFT? Call us at 780-672-4426 or visit City Hall.

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HOLIDAY SCHEDULE S

Ci ty Hall , Communit y Serv ices , and Public Works Of fice Hours Community ce

December 24, 2024 Open until Noon

December 25 – 26 , 2024 Closed

December 31, 2024 Open until Noon

Januar y 1, 2025 Closed

*Access to the Public Works building is by appointment only Centra Cam Recycling Depo t

December 24, 2024 .G ates clos e at Noon

December 24 – 26 , 2024 Ga te s Closed

December 27, 2024 .G ates open at 8: 00 am

December 28 – 30, 2024 .O pe n Regula r Hour s

December 31, 2024: Ga te s clos e at Noon

Januar y 1, 2025 Closed

Januar y 2, 2025 .G ates open at 8: 00 am For more informat ion, please contac t Cent ra Cam Recycle Depot at 78 0.679. 4196 Chuck MacLean Ar ts Centre

December 23, 2024 – Januar y 5, 2025 Closed

Januar y 6, 2025 . . .

. . . . Re sume Regula r Hour s Mayer Aq uatic Centre

December 23, 2024 7: 00 am – 4: 00 pm

December 24 – 26 , 2024 .C lose d

December 27, 2024

PREAUTHORIZED TA X PAYMENTS

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7: 00 am – 4: 00 pm

December 28 – 29, 2024 1: 00 pm – 4: 00 pm

December 30, 2024

7: 00 am – 4: 00 pm

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Januar y 2 & 3, 2025

7: 00 am – 4: 00 pm

Januar y 4, 2025 Re sume Regula r Hour s

View the full schedule online at www.c amrose .c a/pool

Resident ial Wa ste/ Organics Collection

We dnesday, December 25 collection will be picked up on Saturd ay December 28

We dnesday, Januar y 1 collection will be picked up on Saturd ay, Januar y 4

Re member : bi-weekl y organic collection happen s th ro ughout th e winter months For more informat ion, please contac t City Hall at 78 0.672. 4428 Walking Track (Rec Centre & Community Centre)

December 24, 2024 .8 :0 0a m – 3:00 pm

December 25 – 26 , 2024 Closed

December 27 –

A film friendly Camrose

By Adan Shaikh

Alberta’s film industry has experienced amazing growth since the introduction of the Alberta Film and Television Tax Credit (FTTC) in 2020. According to the Government of Alberta website, this refundable tax credit offers a 22 or 30 per cent reimbursement on eligible production costs to corporations producing films, TV series and other screen-based projects in the province.

“Since its launch, the FTTC has generated over $1.7 billion in production value and created approximately 9,000 jobs,” shared Patricia MacQuarrie, general manager of community development.

Communities like Sundre and Didsbury have capitalized on this boom by establishing the Mountain View Regional Film office, which has successfully attracted both national and international productions.

Inspired by the growth of Sundre and Didsbury, the City of Camrose is now making plans to establish itself as a prime location for filmmakers, offering both rural and urban scenery. The city worked together with a student from the University of Alberta Augustana Campus, to design a policy for potential economic benefits and filming opportunities.

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2024 ta x amount (including any local improvement s) divide d by twel ve If yo u have any question s abou t yo ur paym ents or woul d li ke to sign up for ou r Pre- authorized Paym en t Pl an please cont ac t us: Phone: 78 0.672.4426

Email: ta xe s@cam ro se.c a In person at Ci ty Hall : 5204 -50 Avenue , Camrose, AB

“Having a university student come in and help us do the research and development of this policy has been very valuable. It has allowed us to finally get this project off the ground and running,” commented MacQaurrie.

The City drafted a film production bylaw and council policy to streamline the process for production companies.

“This project was part of a semester-long community service learning program through my local municipalities class with Dr. Clark Banack. I feel pride and joy in knowing I got to work on something that can bring a positive change to Camrose,” said Jaetta Chambers, a third-year law student at Augustana.

The proposed bylaw includes appointing a film official to oversee and approve permits, with the policy serving as a comprehensive guide. “The goal for our project was to build a regulatory framework that can position Camrose as a film-friendly community and support attracting the emerging industry to Camrose,” said Jaetta.

Important considerations in the draft include managing road closures, setting fee schedules, and regulating the use of firearms and emergency vehicles in productions.

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Em ployment Opportun it y ERP SYSTEM RE PL AC EMENT PROJECT POSITION S

Th e Ci ty of Camros e is seek in g th e followin g positions to join th e Ci ty of Camrose’s ER P

System Replacemen t Project Te am !

• Business Analyst

• System Analyst

• Project/Communicat ions Assistant

Th e successfu l candidates will possess st ro ng anal yt ic al an d communicatio n skills combined with ex perience from simila r projec ts an d within area s such as projec t communication, coordination of testin g an d training activities , data migratio n an d genera l projec t management Th e pa rt icular duties of each role will be adjusted to meet th e skil l se ts of th e candidates to maximize each individual ’s contribution to th e projec t. Th e positions will have a term th ro ug h December 31, 2025

Th e ER P Re placemen t Project commence d in Nove mber, 2023 Th e soft wa re solutions (UNI T4 an d MUNIver s) we re selected in June, 2024 an d th e design an d buil d of th e soft wa re solu tion is currentl y ongoing. Th e projec t is comprised of two phases Phas e I ha s a deadline of December 31, 2025 , an d will includ e core /base fi nanc e an d HR functionalit y. Phas e II is ex pected to be initiate d an d complete d in 2026 an d will includ e variou s module s an d improvements not complete d during Phas e I.

Re po rt in g to th e Genera l Manage r of Financial Se rv ices these positions will ensu re projec t goal s are me t within respecti ve area s an d will allow th e Ci ty to meet projec t timelines an d goal s.

Preference will be gi ve n to candidates that are able to work onsite at th e Ci ty of Camros e to help foster ou r te am enviro nmen t an d accommodate imprompt u in-perso n projec t meetings / discussions

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

• Overseeing an d coordinating testin g activities includin g creating test plans, managing te st ca se s an d workin g with Lead s to ensu re soft wa re qualit y.

• Coordinating deve lopmen t of end-user ma te rial s together with Lead s an d Subjec t Ma tter ex pe rt s that will allow th e user s of th e system to easily a ccess in fo rmatio n on how to us e th e system

• Prepare an d coordinate projec t communications in accordance with th e Communications Plan to variou s user groups an d stakeholders

• Assist and/or Lead area s of projec t dependen t upon prio r ex perience – potentia l area s includ e banking, projec ts fi xe d assets and/or ot he r areas.

• Assistin g with projec t coordination activities

• Al l ot he r re levant duties as assigned

QUALIFICAT IONS :

• Po st-secondary degree in Computer Sciences Business Commerce Business In fo rmatio n System s or Da ta Anal yt ic s.

• Prev ious ex perience with system replacemen t / implemen ta tion is considered an asse t.

• Kn ow ledge / unders ta nding of genera l accounting is considered an asse t.

• Excellen t data-related computer skills utilizin g MS Project, JI RA SQ L, UNIT4, Salesforce are considered an asse t.

• Excellen t data analysis skills , st ro ng communicatio n skills , th e abilit y to work with minima l supe rv ision, an d skills to evalua te, inve stigat e, an d interp ret in fo rmatio n re la ted to fi nancia l processe s.

HOUR S OF WO RK : Hour s of work are ty picall y 8: 00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. , Monday th ro ug h Fr iday

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

A PPLICAT IONS : Qualif ie d applicants are encouraged to submit a cove r le tter an d current re sumé vi a emai l or to th e addres s below. In te rv iews will be held as applications are rece ived an d th e posting will remain open until positions are fi lled If applying by email, please ensu re job positio n is included in subjec t line We appreciate and consider all applications ; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacte d.

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Ci ty of Camros e – At tent ion: Genera l Manage r of Financial Se rv ices

Mailing Ad dress: 52 04 -50 Avenue , Camrose, AB T4V 0S 8 P: 780.672.4426 | F: 780.672. 24 69| E: hr@c

A film friendly Camrose

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“Because of the unique nature of this industry, there are very specific regulatory framework policies about what you can and can not do in the city. These policies are meant to give the production flexibility while also protecting the City’s

landscape, as well as the safety and integrity of the community,” said MacQuarrie.

Road closures often present challenges due to unpredictable factors, and the City administration outlined three possible approaches: maintaining Council approval for all closures, delegating authority to a film official, or allowing the film official to manage timing after council approval.

The policy also addresses safety con-

Em ployment Opportun it y HR /PAYROLL SU PPORT

Th e Ci ty of Camros e is seek in g a highly de ta il-oriented an d organized individual to join ou r te am as HR /Pay ro ll Suppor t.

This positio n will suppor t th e accurate an d timely processing of payrol l while assistin g with th e dail y operations of both payrol l an d huma n resources.

This is a temporar y positio n with an anticipated end da te in December 2025

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

• Ente r data, reconcil e accounts generate repo rt s, an d manage fi ling as assigned

• Se rve as a backup for payrol l processing activities

• Prepare cheque requisitions for bene fi t an d statut or y withholding paym ents

• Assist with HR functions, includin g recruitmen t an d onboarding , as needed

• Answer question s an d prov id e di re ctio n to staf f as assigned

• Ot he r re la ted duties as assigned

QUALIFICAT IONS :

• High School Diplom a or GED Eq uivalent

• Re gistration with Canadian Payrol l Associatio n an d progress toward Payrol l Compliance Prac titioner (PCP) Designatio n considered an asse t.

• Ad ditional pos t- secondar y educatio n in rela ted fi el d considered an asse t.

• Minimu m of on e (1) ye ar accounting ex perience

• Prof icient in Microsof t Of fi ce Suite.

• Excellen t interpersona l communicatio n skills an d abilit y to maintain a high leve l of conf identialit y.

• Ab ilit y to proces s a high vo lume of in fo rmatio n accurately, in a timely manner, with rigid deadline s.

HOUR S OF WO RK : Hour s of work are ty picall y 8: 00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday th ro ug h Fr iday This is a temporar y positio n with an en d da te in December 2025

ANNUAL SA LA RY: Th e Ci ty of Camros e of fe rs a competitive sala ry an d a posit ive work enviro nment. Th e star ting sala ry for this positio n will be dependen t upon th e qualif ic ations an d ex perience of th e successfu l candidate.

A PPLICAT IONS : Individual s inte re sted in this positio n are invite d to submit a cove r le tter an d resumé to th e addres s below or in person by December 27, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. If applying by email, please ensu re th e jo b positio n is included in th e subjec t line We appreciate and consider all applications ; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacte d.

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cerns regarding firearms and weaponry, permitting their use only under strict conditions and requiring a licensed armorer on set. Council will need to decide if additional measures, such as the presence of a sworn officer, are necessary. While some productions may request the use of City-owned emergency vehicles, the administration recommended against this due to potential liability risks. The Council currently feels that allowing a film of-

ficial to make the decisions around road closures might be in everyone’s best interest, but they will discuss this further once the final draft is brought back for further reading.

Once a policy is finalized and approved by the council, future efforts will focus on promoting the city as a filming destination, developing online resources, and including Camrose in provincial location databases.

CARRIERS

Well, another year has flown by and we find ourselves at that happiest and busiest time of the year. I’d like to take a moment and recognize perhaps the most important people in our organization, our delivery people. They are out there braving the elements year round. Through the sweltering days of summer to the coldest days of winter, they are delivering our community’s news and advertising to you – our readers. Without them diligently getting the finished product into your mailboxes, the rest of the team’s work means nothing. In addition, with the current postal service disruption, your carrier is carrying a little extra weight through larger flyer counts this season. With very little complaint they are going the extea mile to provide you with an even better selection of flyers with which to shop locally. Please take a moment to find your home on the map below and perhaps recongize your local carrier this holiday season.

We will be delivering the December 24 Booster on Monday, December 23

In spite of the fact that our carriers call at each residence in Camrose every week, many householders never see them. The carriers who deliver The Booster on Tuesdays are shown here. By matching the route numbers on the map with the pictures, readers may identify the person who delivers in their area.

BOOSTER CARRIER ROUTE MAP

Allie & Emma Armstrong

Kirby Fowler Circulation Manager

Route 37

Evan & Kaelyn Route

Erin Storch, Eve, Leif, Route 8

Breanna & Alyssa Route

Carolyn Olson Routes 20 & 21

Nicole, Matthew, Katherine Anderson Route 16

Eden Archibold Route 42A

Mike Elder Route 12

Lunty Family Route 46

Sue Nelson Route 48

Gage Ogonoski Route 47

Armstrong

Oliver Arends Route 6

Ethan Searle Route 13

Rob Boos Route 35

Jeremy Wensley Route 49

Maligne Morris Route 26

Paige and Shelby Smith Route 40

Thierry Kristensen Route 41

Terra Vu-Sutherland Route 9

Joanne Geertz Route 11

Routes 4 & 5

Avey and Ezra Osterwalder Route 17

Nicole W. Route 14

Jody Young Routes 10 & 24

Jonathan Dumont Routes 19 & 28

Pamela & Braeden Boyson - Route 32

Olin Nelson Route 31

Daniel Decelle Route 33

Kaelyn Schwartz Route 43

Kirby Fowler Route 38

Ella Schafer Route 36

James McGillivray Route 1

Eve Campbell Route 3

Leif, & Solveig 8

Ian Snydmiller Route 18

Nathan & Jordyn Pollock Route 42B

Alyssa Gillespie Route 15

Tristan Robbins Route 7

Cowan Gau Route 22

Sandra Anderson Route 29

Bennett Family Route 34

Jenna W. Route 23

Luka Wallace-Meyer Route 44

Braden Hahn Route 25

Danny Gibbs Routes 27, 39, 45

Pickett Family Route 2

New Location, Camr e

ADUGG AN WELLNESS CENTRE DUGGANWELLNESS

fter 32 years of ser ving Camrose and Wetaskiwin and area clients wit h professional optometr y examinat ions and t he latest style and technology in eyeglasses, contacts, sunglasses and safety glasses, we have relocated.

Wit h t he new plan in place for Duggan Mall to transform into Duggan Wellness Centre, we have relocated to t he spacious locat ion formerl y occupied by Richardson’s Jeweller y.

At t his point our renovat ions are at least 80% complete and we are full y funct ional.

Thank you for your pat ience during our move.

Watch for our Grand Re-opening celebrat ion early in 2025. - V ionm ters

Duggan Mall, 6601-48 Avenue, Camrose Phone 780-672-6988

Wetaskiwin Mall, 3725-56 Street, Wetaskiwin Phone 780-352-3730

Camrose athletes compete in Orange Cup Rotterdam

By Adan Shaikh

Three local athletes were selected from Camrose this year to compete in Orange Cup, on December 7 and 8. This lifesaving skills competition took place in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

“We had three athletes who were selected and named to the National Development team, they attended this competition under team Canada. I attended as a coach with the national team,” shared Heather Barr, coach for Camrose Tsunami.

The selected athletes were Kayla Vogel, Ethan Parsons and Kaleb Wilford.

“Camrose athletes did very well. They took off a lot of time. Ethan broke two Provincial records in 50-metre mannequin carry and 100-metre mannequin carry with fins. A total of 1:34.79 of time was taken off their collective races. There were over 740 athletes competing from 45 different countries,” shared coach Barr.

Athletes compete in various drowning prevention competitions.

ORANGE CUP

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster

From left, athletes Ethan Parsons, Kaleb Wilford and Kayla Vogel have just returned from Netherlands after performing very well at the competition. There is always pride to be felt when athletes from Camrose compete internationally.

“Lifesaving sport is a sport rooted in humanitarian principles of drowning prevention. Life-saving sport is a pathway of supporting this principle by teaching the skills of and growing the passion for swimming. Athletes in this sport have the opportunity to compete regionally, provincially, nationally and if selected, internationally. It is a sport for all ages and welcomes all swimming abilities. Not only does it teach swimming, it teaches lifesaving skills that would be used to rescue a person. Our local club, Camrose Tsunami, has 115 swimmers ages four to 72,” commented coach Barr.

Coach Barr sounded proud of the team. There were only 12 candidates selected in all of Canada and three of them were from Camrose.

Ski Like Ole event

By Murray Green

must be completed and verified in a single day. Join the Ski Like Ole Lap-a-palooza at the Camrose Ski Club and Stoney Creek Centre.

The fourth annual Ski Like Ole Lap-a-palooza is slated for Sunday, December 29, in person or virtually. The event encourages cross-country skiers to enjoy the trails with friends, family and teammates to challenge yourself.

The virtual event allows you to choose the day that works best for you (or your club). Virtual dates can be from now until January 2. To be eligible for the 102.17-km award, this

The official start time is 9:14 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. (Feel free to come and go.) Skiers in Camrose will be rewarded with each loop they complete with a draw ticket (one ticket for each kilometre skied). Special awards will be supplied for anyone completing the total 102-km distance.

Flags arE TerrifiC

• We stock flags of Canada and Alberta in a variety of sizes.

• We are a source for flags from around the globe.

• We custom produce flags for businesses and organizations.

• We sell flag poles of all sizes.

A mostly wonderful time of the year

As a general rule, I like Christmas music. I turn it on while I am wrapping presents or baking cookies to help get into the Christmas spirit.

I don’t even mind hearing Christmas tunes in stores while I’m shopping, even if it begins earlier than necessary. Lately, I’ve been listening to Christmas tunes crooned by Michael Bublé

as well as some oldies like Tony Bennett, Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, Chuck Berry, Bing Crosby and Gene Autry. There’s even a line I had never noticed before in the song “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” that says “and mom and dad can hardly wait for school to start again.”

• Our flags fly brighter and last longer because they are manufactured with dyes and fabric to government specifications.

4925-48 Street, Camrose 780-672-3142

I love when “Mele Kalikimaka” comes on because it’s featured in one of my favourite Christmas movies, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. This is played in the scene where Clark Griswold (played by Chevy Chase) is daydreaming as he gazes at his backyard, imagining his relatives enjoying the pool that he hopes to build with that year’s Christmas bonus.

Then I realized that there is one song that I really dislike, and even find a bit distasteful which is “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” Is it just me, or is that a lot of pressure? Yes, in many ways the Christmas season is wonderful. Visiting with family that you may not often see, playing board games, skiing and tobogganing and then having a cup of hot chocolate. There are special treats and events like school Christmas concerts and staff Christmas parties. Decorations and presents add to the festive feel.

My 13-year-old is eagerly waiting to see his cousin who lives a few hours away, a much-anticipated first boy cousin who is now six. I loved hearing this, because as a parent it’s always a priority that the kids aren’t focusing too much on what presents they will be receiving. That’s why we still exchange names for cousin and sibling gifts so that they can practice noticing what someone else would like or need as a gift.

BRACE QUILTS

This is all wonderful, but yet there is a not so wonderful side to Christmas too. There are people who are experiencing their first Christmas without their spouse, parent or child. There are people struggling to pay for the extra Christmas expenses. That doesn’t sound too wonderful. It’s a lot of pressure to make the season a magical time, especially for parents with small children. Luckily, I can press skip when “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” comes on and return to my cheerful preparations for the season.

One of these preparations is seeing a new Christmas movie. This year, we saw Red One with Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans and it did not disappoint. When a villain kidnaps Santa Claus (code name Red One) from the North Pole, an ELF (Extremely Large and Formidable) operative joins forces with the world’s most accomplished tracker to find Santa and save Christmas.

This movie keeps the magic of Christmas intact, but what impressed me most was the message that was repeated throughout the movie. There’s talk of being on the naughty versus nice list, and Santa notes that every day, every choice we make gives us the opportunity to be good. That means that our choices, big and small, add up to be who we are, not just at Christmas, but all year. (Though my kids also claimed that the other take away messages were: don’t be a witch, and don’t bake macaroons for Santa.)

Maybe that’s the “wonderful” that the song is getting at–not the presents, the feast, not even seeing loved ones. Maybe it’s each person trying to care more, sharing more, trying to be the best person they can be. Perhaps that is what makes it a wonderful time of year.

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster

The Battle River Quilters’ Guild (BRQG) donated quilts to the Battle River Alternative Centre for Education (BRACE). Pictured are, from left, BRACE principal Mark Chanasyk, administrative assistant Laural Hoff, Joanne Geertz from BRQG and teacher Amanda Cardinal.

Longest Night Ser vice

Camrose United Church 4829-50 Street,

Saturday, December 21, 7 PM Presented by Camrose and Distric t Ministerial Association at Camrose United Church

SPECIA L O C CASIONS

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of Ferintosh will be celebrating their 50th Anniversar y on S unday, December 22 at the M asonic Hall (5021-48 Street, Camrose) From 1 to 5 PM Please join us! No gif ts please!

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• Hauck Hearing Centre has been open in Camrose since 20 05 We’ve been here the longest.

• Hauck Hearing Centre is an independent retailer

We are not a franchise; we can dictate our preferred brand & competitive prices, without quotas or high-pressure sales, and we choose to o er in-home ser vices when other clinics won’ t or are not permitted. We are not bound by a head o ice in another par t of the world making our decisions for us.

Christmas Fund short

By Murray Green

Camrose Merry Christmas Fund volunteers will be packing more than 300 Christmas hampers this week, while Food Bank volunteers will be packing about 50 extra hampers to meet this year’s increased call to support those in need in our community. Volunteers wishing to

deliver hampers and toys should come to the Fire Hall after 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 21.

“Camrose and area residents and businesses have generously donated to our fundraising needs, but we are about $15,000 short of our $40,000 fundraising goal to pay for the groceries in the hampers. Dona-

• Hauck Hearing Centre is a family owned and operated business Claire Milligan is a second-generation Board Cer tified in Hearing Instrument Sciences, Registere d Hearing Aid Practitioner. Claire has se since 2002 . Presently, she is training her teenage daughter in this field

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tions by cash or cheque can be dropped off at the Royal Bank, the Fire Hall, or 3412-61A Street. New this year is the option of Interac e-Transfer to MCHampers@ telus.net. All donations made by December 31st

will garner a 2024 charitable donation tax receipt in January,” said Merry Christmas Fund chair Morris Henderson.

“The success of the Christmas hamper program is the result of the

incredible community support wholeheartedly given year after year. We cannot do it on our own,” shared Morris. Email mchampers@ telus.net for more information or to have a donation picked up.

By Murray Green

Ted Dirksen owns a 1960 Studebaker Lark 8 (V8) SS automobile.

“I found this car in a quonset owned by a gentleman who collected Studebaker vehicles. The car was sitting there for quite a while, so he wanted someone to buy it and restore it. I liked the car because it had a V8 and was an automatic,” said Ted.

“These cars generally came with a flathead six motor and a three-speed, three on the tree, transmission. This car has a 259 Studebaker V8 motor. This was a bare bones car. There is no stainless steel around the windows, it has dual exhaust, factory headers, radio delete, dog dish hub caps, rubber mats, so it was the cheapest model you could buy with Studebaker, except for the V8 automatic, which made it very different from other cars with options. There are not too many the same as this car,” explained Ted.

The motor offered 195 horsepower with a four barrel carburetor.

“My first car when I was 16 was a Studebaker Hawk. Then I got married, sold the car and raised a family. Once the children left, I started to look for another Studebaker. I nor-

The automotive section of

Dirksen brings Studebaker back to life

Ted Dirksen wanted a Studebaker Lark

a Studebaker back when he was younger. The Lark was considered

mally won’t put money into a four door car, but people didn’t see the value in this vehicle,” shared Ted.

The Studebaker Lark was a compact car produced by Studebaker from

FUN FACTS

Some of these facts are courtesy of Wikipedia. From its introduction in early 1959 until 1962, the Lark was a product of the Studebaker-Packard Corporation. Sales of the Lark were good for the 1959 and 1960 model year, thanks to the fact that Studebaker had obtained dual dealerships with dealers of the Big Three manufacturers that did not as yet have their own compacts to sell.

Initial models included two- and four-door sedans, a two-door hardtop coupe and a two-door station wagon, with two levels of trim (Deluxe and Regal) offered on most. The Lark was the first car of its size to offer a V8 engine—the slightly smaller Rambler American offered only an in-line six, though the slightly larger Rambler Rebel did offer a V8 close to the same size as Studebaker’s and had since 1957.

The lineup grew for 1960, when the company introduced a convertible (Studebaker’s first since 1952) and a four-door station wagon. Two-door wagons were fast falling from favour throughout the industry, despite a minor redesign which made the two-door Lark wagon’s tailgate and rear side windows more user-friendly, and the four-door quickly proved the more popular of the two available wagons from Studebaker.

For 1959 and 1960, Larks were available with either an L-head (flathead) 170 cubic inch six-cylinder engine or the company’s 259 cubic inch V8.

1959-66. “This car was in decent shape with the original paint, except for a little in front. I brought it all back to original. The car had no rust and was very solid. The engine and transmission had to be rebuilt, almost everything under the car did as well,” he added.

“I wanted to save a bit of Studebaker heritage and bring this car back to life. I love driving this car. My wife and I went to Kamloops and back last weekend (earlier this past summer) to a Studebaker meeting and she drove just beautifully,” Ted said.

“Normally at car shows, there are a few Studebakers. I didn’t change any of the chrome, although it should be changed. You can put too much money into a car and I have already passed the value of the car,” revealed Ted.

“It is a work of passion, a labour of love for most people. I had a good friend that knew these cars well

and he helped me, so we spent a winter getting it ready for the road. The difficulty was all of the time and effort to do it. You can get all of the Studebaker parts you want, they are not that rare,” said Ted.

“We could get parts and they were only three weeks away. We also made a few parts as well. Anyone that wants to rebuild a Studebaker will find that getting the parts is not a big problem,” said Ted.

ON A LARK

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

because they are not as popular with car collectors and the fact that he drove

ahead of its time in 1960.

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County proposes about three per cent tax increase

By Murray Green

In the proposed interim budget, the average ratepayer living in Camrose County can expect to see an increase of approximately three per cent more in property taxes next year.

Tax levy increases in the 2025 interim budget are due to less provincial government funding and higher overall costs of doing business.

What does that mean for the average ratepayer? This interim budget projects tax rate increases of five per cent for farmland (same as last year), three per cent for residential and linear (2024 increase was 3.5 per cent) and two per cent for nonresidential and M&E (2024 increase was 3.25 per cent).

At the regular council meeting on Dec. 10, administrator Teresa Gratrix presented the operating and capital budgets for council’s approval. County councillors passed the interim budget, which is subject to change until next spring.

“I move that Camrose County council approve the 2025 Operating Interim Budget with a total operating revenue (not including taxes) of $23,118,461, total operating expenses of $39,700,401 to give a total estimated 2025 Tax Levy (operating) of $16,581,939,” said councillor Carlene Wetthuhn.

“The goal for the 2025 budget was to maintain a high level of municipal service to our ratepayers, given the current social and economic climate, based on council’s strategic direction and priority based budgeting

principles. The 2025 interim budget reflects estimates based on assessment data for the 2024 final budget and subsequent changes implemented by the provincial government,” explained County administrator Gratrix.

“During March 2025, administration will prepare the final budget for Council approval following the release of the final 2024 assessment data and the inclusion of any adjustments to provincial requisitions for the Alberta School Foundation. The total Operating Levy is very similar to the 2024 levy (within $10,000),” she added.

Based on this proposed budget, the expected property tax increase will be about three per cent subject to change at the final budget stage. “This would equate to a little more than $64 increase for the average residential property, $29 for the average farmland property and $97 per $100,000 for non-residential properties. This is based on 2024 assessment numbers, which the County expects will increase—potentially lowering the property tax rate at the final budget stage,” said administrator Gratrix.

At the budget meetings department managers recommended to the budget committee several changes or alternatives to services delivery and identified areas where efficiencies can be implemented.

“The final 2025 budget will be brought back to council at the end of March. Administration will prepare the final budget for council approval following the release

of the final 2024 assessment data and finalization of the Education Requisition.”

County council approved the 2025 interim capital budget with total capital and project expenses of $9,671,923 to be funded by internal resources (sale of assets, grants, debentures or reserves) of $8,596,423 and a total capital levy of $1,075,500.

Passing of an interim operations budget (MGA Section 242(2)) will allow operations to continue for the portion of the year up until the final budget has been passed by council, at which time the interim budget will cease to have any effect.

“It is important to note

that this interim budget includes estimates of Education Tax amounts, LGFF Operating Funds and County Assessment Numbers. These items could impact the final budget and change the expected tax rate increases,” shared Gratrix.

Budget Committee deliberations took place on October 21 and November 18 in which council received information from departments and community groups regarding items in the 2025 budget.

New services/initiatives included in the 2025 operating budget include additional economic development spending grants and videography; changes to the

County GPS software system; upgrades to a number of small capital items such as picnic tables, transfer site bins; Round Hill playground re-surfacing; upgrades to the Round Hill Fire Hall such as interior wall finishes and overhead doors.

Budget stressors affecting Camrose County in 2025 are carbon tax increases affecting utility expenses; salary and wage increases; benefit plan increases (six per cent); library contribution increases (five per cent) and election expenses.

“These negative impacts are mitigated by operating funds freed up by the retirement of County debt,” shared Gratrix.

LIL’ DANCERS

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose Academy of Dance members Kollins McCarroll, Blakely Erickson and Harper Williams performed some Christmas-themed dances for the Rosealta Lodge residents on December 1.

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Duane L. Gerber

Duane L. Gerber of Camrose, AB, passed away on December 6, 2024, at the age of 92 years.

He is survived by his wife Vi; children Rodney (Lorraine), Larry (Barbara), Joan (Dennis); as well as eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; siblings Bernice (Allan) Link and Allan (Leona) Gerber; and sister-in-law Carol Gerber.

He was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Clara; and brothers Wes (Doris) Gerber and Les Gerber.

A time for public visitation took place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Friday, December 13, 2024, at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel in Camrose, AB.

Interment took place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Century Meadows Baptist Cemetery.

A memorial service took place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Century Meadows Baptist Church (3720-66 Street, Camrose, AB) with Pastors Mark Morris and Brett McCarroll officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to Century Meadows Baptist Church.

The family would like to thank all those who spent time visiting with Duane during his hospitalization. A special thank you to the staff at Bethany Meadows for providing excellent care during the last six weeks of his life.

Wilbert Lewis Lyseng

July 1, 1933 ~ December 7, 2024

The family of Wilbert Lyseng of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Armena, Alberta, wish to announce his peaceful passing at St. Mary’s Hospital on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

Wilbert is survived by his wife Ashild; two sons Kurt (Karen) Lyseng and Dale (Jody) Lyseng; daughter Sonja (Marc) Braim; stepsons Gustav (Britt), Kjell Idar (Helene), Sigbjorn and Asle (Tove); eighteen grandchildren; and eighteen great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his two brothers, three sisters, three nephews and one niece.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at CityLights Church, 4920-48 Street, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Brian Hunter. The service will be livestreamed, recorded, and the link accessible at www.burgarfuneralhome.com

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Wilbert’s memory may be made to the Scandia Lutheran Church or the War Amps.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Neil William John Loesch

February 21, 1958 ~ December 11, 2024

Neil (Hardy) Loesch, beloved brother, uncle and friend, passed away on December 11, 2024. Neil was born on February 21, 1958, in Daysland, Alberta, to William and Eileen Loesch. He was the youngest son of eight children. Neil lived the majority of his life in Heisler, Alberta, working various jobs before choosing his long-term career with Badry Farms. Neil was married to Brenda Gladue in 2006. Neil was an Elks member. He loved baseball, hockey, golfing and, in the last few years, chuckwagon racing.

Neil was kind, generous, and always willing to help a friend in need.

Left to cherish his memory are his siblings Darlene (Larry) Markovich, Debby Van Brabant, Doug (Peggy) Loesch, Carol Kinzer and Joanne (Dwayne) Dubuc; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Neil was predeceased by his wife Brenda; his parents William and Eileen; sister Cheryl Safranka; brother Larry; and brothers-in-law Blake Kinzer and George Van Brabant.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, December 23, 2024, at St. Martin Roman Catholic Church, 313 Manning Avenue, Heisler, officiated by Fr. Danial D’Souza.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Neil’s memory may be made to Daysland Hospital Foundation or St. Martin Roman Catholic Cemetery.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Marlene Anne Wolbeck

July 28, 1940 ~ December 10, 2024

Marlene Wolbeck, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother, passed away peacefully at Seasons Retirement Community, Camrose, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the age of 84 years.

Marlene was born on July 28, 1940, in Edmonton, Alberta, the eldest of six children and only daughter of Norbert and Anne Gau. On July 28, 1959, Marlene was united in marriage to Clifford Wolbeck of Heisler. They lived in Rosalind for three years and then moved to the Gau homestead in 1962, where they farmed for 27 years. In 1989, they semi-retired and moved into Heisler, and then in 2008, they fully retired to Daysland at Providence Place.

Left to cherish her memory are her five children Ken (Val), Karen (Serge), David (Susanne), Duane (Holly) and Brenda (Jay); seventeen grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandchild; brothers Richard (Dianne), Ralph (Donna), Gerald (Linda) and Jerome (Lynn); sister-in-law Cassie; brothersand sisters-in-law Don (Doreen) Wolbeck, Larry (Norma) Wolbeck, Brian (Deb) Wolbeck, Connie Orr, Geraldine Badry and Anne Wolbeck; and numerous extended family members and friends. Marlene was predeceased by her parents Norbert and Anne Gau; son-in-law Myles Fleming; brother Leo Gau; parents-in-law Otto and Mabel Wolbeck; brothers-in-law James Orr, Doug Wolbeck, Stan Badry and George Heck; and sister-in-law Edna Heck. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and many relatives and friends. Eternal rest granted unto her.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at St. Martin’s Roman Catholic Church, 313 Manning Avenue, Heisler, officiated by Fr. Danial D’Souza.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Marlene’s memory may be made to Providence Place, Daysland, Alberta Cancer Foundation or Daysland Hospital Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated

The family of the late David A. Olson ...would like to express our sincere appreciation to the family and friends who supported us through this time of Dad’s passing.

To the staff and residents of Cedar Cottage at Bethany Meadows, who became Dad’s other family these past couple years, we thank you for your kindness, care and friendship to Dad.

We give our thanks to Weber Funeral Home and Layne for helping us work through the many details leading up to the funeral with compassion and professionalism.

Our gratitude also goes to Rose City Baptist Church for the use of the facility, and Leighton and Jen Hickman and Josh Handford for leading the beautiful service.

Thank you to everyone who made donations in memory of David, sent cards, brought food, or shared stories of Dad with us. We were blessed to have him in our lives for so many years, and your memories and support mean the world to us.

Thanks be to our heavenly Father above who gives good gifts to his children and gave us our husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend in David.

With deep gratitude, Doreen Olson and family

Ruth Helene Mohler

March 20, 1941 ~ December 5, 2024

Ruth Helene Mohler of Camrose, AB, formerly of Ohaton, AB, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the age of 83 years.

Ruth Mohler’s (Ostrem) story began in Colombia, South America, on March 20, 1941, being the second child of four of Mr. and Mrs. Gerhard and Helene Ostrem. She spent the first 13 years of her life growing up in the beautiful country of Colombia, as her parents were both missionaries with the Lutheran church. When her father became ill, the family moved north to the States. Following the passing of their father, the family continued their journey north settling in Camrose, Alberta. After completing her education, Ruth went right to work, bringing joy to the residents in long-term care. The majority of her 40-year long career was in Recreation Therapy. Whoever crossed paths with Ruth knew she was always up for an impromptu skit with crazy costumes in tow to entertain the residents or any captive audience! Ruth loved to have fun, have a laugh, and maybe get into a little harmless trouble. Recreation therapy was her calling, and man, was she good at it! Years of making the rainbow room buzz with excitement and laughter on lefse-making days.

Ruth met Don Mohler in Camrose, where they married and had four children. They would end up settling on the edge of the metropolis of Ohaton, where they continued their journey on the Mohler family farm. Ruth was always up for an adventure, trips to little towns to scour the antique shops for long forgotten treasures, a drive to a cool ’50s diner to get a burger and a Coke float, ski trips, or endless trips to the cabin at Pigeon Lake. She was very fortunate to travel to Aruba, Costa Rica, Yukon, Mexico, and a number of trips back to her beloved home country of Colombia.

Ruth was over the moon when her grandbabies were born, calling her Abuelita/“Blita”. They were the light of her eyes. She took every opportunity she had to teach them about nature, bugs, exotic fruits, or baking. Don’t forget, “You can’t hold what you don’t have in your hand!”

She was an Angel on earth, spreading joy, kindness and love to all she met and knew. We are all just a little bit better for having her in our lives. She’s now on her final adventure, dancing through the pearly gates of Heaven, leaving us with a lifetime of memories. A tiny lady holding all the love and kindness in her heart, who was larger than life. We hope they have stocked up on Coca-Cola in Heaven.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Allyn Mohler, Brenda Swanson and Jamie (Paula) Mohler; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and siblings Hapi Robertson and Lori (Bruce) Anderson. Ruth was predeceased by Don Mohler; son Andy; and sister Carol.

A private family service will be held at a later date. If family and friends so choose, memorial contributions in Ruth’s memory may be made to Centra Cam Vocational Training Association or to Hastings Lake Bible Camp.

Uffda Mama bear, What a life you lived.

We love you and will miss you! – Allyn, Brenda and Jamie

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Charles

John Alfred Robertson

May 17, 1933 ~ December 7, 2024

Charles John Alfred Robertson of Camrose, AB, formerly of Lougheed, AB, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

A Funeral Service was held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the Burgar Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

families like our own for over 118 years.

Dalas Kosinski started with Burgar Funeral Home in March 2023. Owner Bart Orr and Dalas have been lifelong friends and have had many conversations throughout the years on the possibility of Dalas joining the Burgar team. After working in the oil eld and mining industry, Dalas was at the Coal Creek Golf Resort as the assistant superintendent. In March, he decided to change paths and joined the team at Burgar Funeral Home.

As with many of the families we serve, Dalas’ family has been assisted over multiple generations with compassion by Burgar Funeral Home. The son of Rodney and Nancy (Vos) Kosinski, Dalas grew up in Daysland, where he graduated from high school. After high school, Dalas was off to Fairview College where he received a Turf-Grass Diploma. He then returned home, where his heart had always been, to start his career as a golf course superintendent at the Daysland Golf & Country Club. It was in Daysland where Dalas started a family. He has three children Skylar, Lincoln and Joren, who are very active in sports as well as in the community Dalas is honoured to be a part of the history of service that Burgar Funeral Home has been known for since 1906. Serving our community and its families is his passion. Dalas wants to continue to build on the longstanding reputation of Burgar Funeral Home’s excellence and strives to maintain that service for many years to come.

Contact our office: 780-672-2121 Visit our website:

Betty June Waterston

December 25, 1933 ~ December 11, 2024

Betty June Waterston of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 90 years.

Betty June Waterston was born on the family farm near Highridge, Alberta, on December 25, 1933, to Ben and Ivy Sallee. In 1944, the family moved to a fruit orchard in Osoyoos, and eventually moved back to Alberta to a farm northwest of Camrose. Betty married Donald Waterston in 1953, and to this marriage was born Trudy in 1955, and Rodney in 1960. She lived on the farm until 2016, when she moved into Rosealta Lodge. Then in 2019, she moved into Bethany Meadows, where she resided until her passing.

Betty is survived by her daughter Trudy (Maynard); son Rodney (Kim); grandchildren Keith (Miriam), Heather, Alex, Jennifer (Garry) and Amanda; great-grandchildren Joshua, Nathan, Landon, Naomi and Anna; and sister Sherry. Betty was predeceased by her husband Donald; infant daughter Betty Ann; great-granddaughter Zoe Luck; her parents Ben and Ivy Sallee; and sister Violet.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Burgar Memorial Chapel, 4817-51 Avenue, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Brian Hunter.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to S.T.A.R.S Air Ambulance or the charity of one’s choice..

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

FUNER AL SUPPORT – DALA S KOSINSK I

Tennis Anne Marx

Tennis Anne Marx (nee Hambleton), born in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, in March 1956, passed away in November 2024, after a life full of adventure, accomplishments, and love.

Raised on a farm with her parents, Aunt Susie, and sister Nola, Tennis was influenced by her father’s respect for Indigenous people and her Aunt Susie’s nursing career. Her passion for learning was evident early on, excelling academically and graduating as Valedictorian from David Thompson High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Alberta in 1979.

Tennis had a distinguished 31-year career with Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, making history as one of the province’s first female District Agriculturists and later as a Beef Production Systems Specialist. She was recognized with multiple awards for her exceptional service and expertise, including the Premier’s Award of Excellence in 2007. She also earned a Master’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Saskatchewan in 1999.

Outside of work, Tennis was a passionate traveller, photographer, and outdoors enthusiast. She shared a rich life with her husband Brian, raising three daughters and four grandchildren. Tennis’s legacy of love, kindness, and hard work will continue to inspire all who knew her. She is survived by her family, who will cherish her memory forever.

The family is requesting that donations be made to ALS Canada (als.ca) in lieu of flowers.

Full obituary available at DIGNITY MEMORIAL: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/edmonton-ab/ tennis-marx-12086198

Barbara Millbank Baker

January 31, 1926 ~ December 8, 2024

It is with immense love and sadness that we announce the loss of Barbara Baker, who passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at the age of 98.

She is survived by her six children Linda, Jim (Sally), Doug, Joan, Nancy (Stuart) and Janet (Catherine); and daughter-in-law Mary. She was predeceased by her ex-husband Donald; her eldest son Bob; and her daughter-in-law Sharon. Barbara had 11 grandchildren and 13 greatgrandchildren who will miss her dearly. Barbara was a cherished mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was affectionately known to many as “Babs”.

She was a strong woman with a zest for life. Her whole life was spent enjoying her favourite place, the cabin at Pigeon Lake. This was where she gathered with her family, whom she adored. She was a fabulous cook and was skilled at quilting, needlework, crafts, sewing and gardening. Barbara had many friends and was involved in the Camrose community for numerous years, where she and Donald raised their seven children.

The family would like to give our huge thanks to all the amazing staff at the Southwood Care Hospice in Calgary for the care they gave to Mom. If desired, donations can be made to a charity of your choice, however, Barbara had a deep connection with the ALS Society.

In memory of Vernon Campbell

September 19, 1944 ~ December 16, 2014

Remember him with a smile today, he was not one for tears, Reflect instead on memories of all the happy years. Recall to mind the way he spoke and all the things he said, His strength, his stance, the way he walked, remember these instead. The good advice he’d give us, his eyes that shone with laughter, So much of him will never die, but live on ever after.

As we loved you, so we miss you, in our memory you are near. Loved, remembered, longed for always, bringing many a silent tear.

– Dearly missed by Dianne; Pam, Benjamin and Madelyn; and Glen, Roxanne, Cody and Nikolas

In loving memory of Lawrence John Vioncek

January 23, 1945 ~ December 24, 2001

Dad and Papa

It’s been 23 years since you were taken away In our hearts, you will always stay.

Dad, so many images come to mind

Whenever we speak your name, It seems without you in our lives, Things have never been the same.

Dad, some days we hear your voice and turn to see your face, Yet in our turning, it seems the sound has been erased.

Oh Dad, if we could turn back time and once more hear your voice, We’d tell you that out of all dads, You’d still be our first choice. Please always know we love you, And no one can take your place, Years may come and go, But your memory will never be erased.

We love you and miss you, Dad/Papa.

’ Til we meet again.

Love always, Mary Jane, Mark, Cody, Tia Michael, Kim, Justin, Nicholas

The home of last year’s Christmas Light-up winners Shell and Stac

FEW OF THE ADDRESSES WE WILL BE JUDGING:

• 4413-67 Street

• 5110-53 Avenue

• 4616-47 Street

• 5303-60 Street

• 5324 - 56 Street

• 5802 - 54A Ave.

• 508 Park Ridge Close

• 3809-64 Street

• 5805-39 Avenue

• 4210-64 Street

• 5322-51 Street

• 6105 Marler Drive

• 7117-42 Avenue

• 5717-43 Avenue

• 4005-59 Street

• 4113-75 Street

• 6811 Marler Drive

• 5902-28 Avenue

Judging to take place Wednesday, December 18

Judging by a team with a keen eye for per fection

On Wednesday, December 18, a panel of judges will travel to the address of ever y home which has been recommended to us by The Camrose Booster readers. The judges will choose the home they believe to be most appropriately decorated. The Camrose Booster will pay $100 towards your December power bill if your home is judged to be the best.

Centr al Agencies Realty Inc . will donate $200 towards the local charit y of your choice if your decorated dwelling is judged as tops!

concerns of want ad readers. Ads showing prices are ones which get results. Giving a price also serves to “weed out” those buyers not in your price range.

Be Accessible

Including a telephone number or address puts you in touch with potential buyers.

Be sure to state the hours you can be reached: a caller who can’t get through the first time often won’t call again.

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

Call 780-672-3142

4925-48 Street, Camrose ads@camrosebooster.com

PERSONAL

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

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

2ND BEST PAINTER IN TOWN – 30 years’ experience for all your painting needs. Call Rick the Painter, 780-781-6305.

SERVICES

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

J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649.

DSS CONSTRUCTION

Don’t put off those projects any longer! Give me a call and we can plan together. Devin Meakins, Ph. 780- 853-1080

McTAVISH DELIVERIES (2023) LTD.

Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780- 672-5242, Camrose

THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK TAILORING in Camrose Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. Evening and Sat.: By Appointment

Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays Please call 780- 672-4793

LaCRIA TRUCKING

Potable Water Hauling

Residential, Commercial, Oilfield Gerald and Marla Steinwand, Owners PHONE 780-679-9134

SNOW CLEARING – Tired of shovelling and need your sidewalks or driveways cleared? Call Shane at 780-781-6420.

FOR RENT

FOR RENT ADS

NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY!

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.

MAIN STREET RETAIL

SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $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 APART-

MENT – 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.

ESPECIALLY NICE OFFICE SUITE

Generous 794 sq. ft. suite, suitable for three or more staff. Includes two private offices. Ground floor, easily accessible. Modern building in downtown Camrose. Bright, quiet, air conditioned. $1206.22/mo., plus share of operating expenses. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.

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.

GENEROUS SECOND

FLOOR OFFICE LOCATED

IN DOWNTOWN CAMROSE

193 sq. ft., extremely quiet building. Fully wired for telephone and internet. $262.02/mo. plus GST, all in. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the most reasonable fellows in the business.

PRIME DOWNTOWN

SPACE – 4917-50 Street. Second floor with reception area, lunch room and two private rooms. Elevator. $900/mo. includes utilities. 780-679-5085.

CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE

Selection of very nice street level offices in newer airconditioned building in Downtown Camrose

* Single offices from $224.08 per month

* Quiet, considerate neighbours

* Easy access

* Lots of parking for customers

* Energized parking for tenants

* Immediate occupancy

* Come and have a look!

Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!

AVAILABLE DECEMBER

1 – in a fantastic location. New 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with in-suite laundry and dishwasher. 9’ ceilings with modern finishings. Quiet neighbourhood close to most amenities in Camrose. Unit comes with a designated parking stall, snow removal and yard maintenance included. Water included for utilities. No pets, non-smoking unit, $1600/mo. on a minimum one year lease. Call 780-608-8315 for more details.

TWO-BEDROOM TOWN-

HOUSE – Newer building, located close to downtown amenities. High efficiency furnace and ondemand hot water offer wonderful savings on utilities. Private balcony, suitable for BBQ. Upgraded fixtures, cabinetry and flooring. 5 appliances, including dishwasher and laundry. Friendly, clean and quiet neighbourhood. Local owner managed, snow removal and lawn mowing are provided. Seeking mature responsible adult tenants, nonsmoking. Not suitable for small children or pets. $1250/mo. rent + utilities (water is included in rent). $800 DD. Available February 1. Phone 780-679-7090.

LOOKING FOR A ROOMMATE? No smoking or partiers. Pets allowed. Close to downtown and the university. Fully furnished apartment. $750-800/mo. Includes utilities and WiFi. Call 780-678-6720 and leave a message.

TWO PRIVATE, FURNISHED BEDROOMS – in lower level of home in Camrose available for working adults or students. One $750/mo. Larger one $850/mo. Utilities included. Shared bathroom, laundry and partial kitchenette. Street parking available. NO pets, smoking, vaping, parties, overnight guests. Contact 403-307-5884.

FOR LEASE

VERSATILE SPACE – just off Main Street. This well-kept, easily accessible ground floor space is 1465 sq. ft. Asking $1,650/mo. plus GST and utilities. Please call 780-672-0900.

MACHINERY

SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.

MISCELLANEOUS

PRO 400 TREADMILL –used very little. Easy to use, Simply folds up. $200. 780-6080840.

AUTO

2007 CHEVY SILVERADO – One owner. 238,000 km. Alison transmission. 587-322-9911. DADS – LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds. We match up buyers and sellers. Phone the Camrose Booster, 780-672-3142.

BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS

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

FOR SALE BY TENDER

TE NDER S AR E INVITED for th e pu rc hase of th e followin g proper ty locate d in th e Camros e Coun ty :

MERIDIAN 4 RA NG E 20 TOWNSHIP 46

SECT IO N 1

QUARTER NORT H WEST

CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 AC RE S) MORE OR LESS

EXCEPTIN G THER EO UT:

HECTARES (ACRES) MORE OR LESS

A) PL AN 1221327 – SUBDIVISION 2.00 4.94

B) PL AN 2121000 – SUBDIVISION 2.58 6.38

EXCEPTIN G THER EO UT AL L MINES AN D MINER ALS

Th e title to th e proper ty will be subjec t to th e rese rv ations an d exceptions now appearin g on th e title an d free an d clea r of al l fi nancia l encumbrances

GS T will be adde d to th e te nder pric e unless th e pu rc hase r is a GS T registrant at th e time of closing.

TE NDER S must be in writing, accompanie d by a ce rt if ie d cheque for $10, 000 .0 0, sealed in an enve lope marked “S harkey Te nder ” an d must be received by Fielding & Company LLP Barris te rs an d Solicitors , #100, 4918 - 51 St reet Camrose, Al be rt a, T4V 1S 3, on or before 12:0 0 noon December 19, 2024 Municipa l ta xe s will be adjusted

Any su rf ac e leas e paym ents received by th e Seller prio r to closin g will not be adjusted Th e closin g an d adjustment da te of sale will be Januar y 29, 2025 , an d th e successfu l tenderer must pay th e balanc e of th e pu rc hase price, plus GS T unless th e te nderer is a GS T registrant on th e closin g da te, or th e deposit will be forfeited. Th e deposit s of al l unsuccessfu l te nderer s will be returned to them fort hw it h af ter th e closin g of tenders. No conditiona l te nder s will be a ccepted , an d th e highes t or any te nder will not necessaril y be a ccepted No warran ty what soever is gi ve n as to th e conditio n of th e proper ty or as to th e fi tnes s of th e proper ty for any purpose. Th e Seller will pay th e cost of title insuranc e to ensu re th e sale ca n be complete d on th e closin g da te

For fu rt he r in fo rmatio n abou t th e te nder proces s phon e Wayn e Th ro ndson, K.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, 78 0672- 88 51. For in fo rmatio n abou t th e proper ty phon e Jaso n Shar key at 78 0-996-35 86

DEATHS

Mitchell Chalmers of Tofield, on November 23, at 74 years of age.

Michael Thomas “Mick” Fish of Camrose, on December 1, at 67 years of age.

Seed plant to modify catwalk

By Murray Green Camrose County gave the green light to build an addition to the Seed Cleaning Plant at the regular meeting on November 26.

Administrator Teresa Gratrix reported at the budget committee meeting a request for funding in the amount of $14,000 be included in the 2025 budget for modifications to the Seed Cleaning Plant.

“The contractor who will perform the work will be at the Seed Cleaning Plant prior to the end of the year and it would be prudent to have the work done at that time,” she suggested.

“I move that council authorize the expenditure of catwalk modifications at the Seed Cleaning Plant in the amount of $14,000 to be paid out of Seed Plant Operating Revenues in 2024,” moved councillor Carl Bergstrom.

The Seed Cleaning Plant will cover this expenditure in their 2024 operating budget.

It 's almost time to switch from my everyday anxiety to my fancy Christmas anxiety

Sure, you can get your wife jeweller y or an expensive purse or per fume for Christmas, but she will never forget the Christmas when you got her a mop. Never.

For anyone else who's getting coal for Christmas, maybe we can link up and get the grill going or something.

Friend: " What are you getting your husband for Christmas this year?"

Me: " The abilit y to not have to worry about anything other than showing up on Christmas morning."

I never understood how the Little Drummer Boy 's parents could just send him outside alone at night to play his drum until my daughter brought a recorder home from school

No matter how old you are, an empty Christmas wrapping paper tube is still fun to bonk someone over the head with.

A gingerbread man went to the doctor complaining that his knee was sore. The doctor asked him, "Have you tried icing it?"

I love Neil Diamond Christmas music

He has such sweet carol lines!

No one ever warned me that Christmas prep would mostly be abou t breaking down cardboard boxes

Today 's agenda at work: Sing Christmas carols until someone snaps and sends me home early Christmas time is great because you can shout , "Don't come in here!" and people assume you're wrapping their gifts when, in fact , you're just wanting to be left alone.

I'm just gonna jingle some of the way. I'm tired

Wilbert Lewis Lyseng of Camrose, formerly of Armena, on December 7, at 91 years of age.

Marlene Anne Wolbeck

Charles John Alfred Robertson of Camrose, formerly of Lougheed, on December 7, at 91 years of age.

of Camrose, formerly of Heisler, on December 10, at 84 years of age.

Betty June Waterston of Camrose, on December 11, at 90 years of age.

Neil (Hardy) Loesch of Heisler, on December 11, at 66 years of age.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Beautifully updated duplex

By Murray Green

A wonderful, considerably updated and well cared for duplex is in the quiet community of Stoney Creek Meadows.

Consider the exceptional opportunity and lifestyle offered with country-life atmosphere, but within minutes of city amenities.

The welcoming main floor features a bright open plan with a fabulous living room leading into a spacious dinette and a lovely kitchen and pantry.

You are sure to adore a large primary bedroom with a three-piece en suite and dual closets. A wonderful guest bedroom, well-placed bath, main floor laundry closet and access to the attached garage add to the conveniences and provide the option of one level living.

Additionally, a partially covered

deck and the back yard overlooking green space are comfortably accessed through patio doors.

The excellent basement development provides a large family room with a gas fireplace, bathroom, additional bedroom, storage area and computer/ office space with built-in furniture. It is not a condo, therefore there are no fees. The duplex is move-in ready with elegant upgrades.

This home includes built-in features, ceiling fan(s), laminate counters, pantry and vinyl windows.

You can view this home at 5304-58 Street Close. It is priced to sell at $379,900

Enjoy living in your own home in Stoney Creek Meadows.

For a private viewing, contact Al at:

Central Agencies Realty

4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 587-322-5511 Cell

To those of you who save gift bags and tissue paper all year long, this is your time to shine!

Come to think of it , a silent morning and a silent afterno on wouldn' t be so bad either

One year, I decided to buy my mother-in-law a cemetery plot as a Christmas gift. The nex t year, I didn' t buy her anything. When she asked me why, I replied, " Well, you still haven' t used the gift I bought you last year!"

You don' t realize how old you are until you try to get back up after wrapping presents on the floor.

It's all about Santa!

Santa is cool and everything, bu t we all know that Mrs . Claus has Santa's lunch packed, all the presents organized on the sleigh and the reindeer ready to go while Santa spends 45 minutes in the bathroom right before the sleigh takes o What does Santa do when his reindeer go too fast? He holds on for DEER life.

Dear Santa: When you get to our house, could you please throw a quick load of laundry into the washer, vacuum the carpet and wash your cookie plate please? Thank you

Mom: "I want a new BMW for Christmas."

Santa: "Be realistic."

Mom: "Ok ay, I want five minutes to myself each day so I can drink my co ee and go to the bathroom in peace."

Santa: " What colour of BMW would you like?"

Dear Santa: I would like a new bir thday suit this year. My current one is old, wrinkled and sagging

Kid : "Guess what a parent's favourite holiday is?"

Me : " What ?"

Kid : "Christmas! Because Santa takes care of ever ything and you just sit back and relax ."

Me : "It 's a huge relief, yes."

When you stop believing in Santa, that 's when you get underwear for Christmas.

What nationalit y is Santa?

North Polish!

Santa never has to pay for parking. It's on the house

Did you e ver think that if Santa Claus raised cattle , he would be a Jolly Rancher ?

Al Mohamed