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Mundare Fire Department celebrates 100 years of service Michelle Pinon Editor
While there was plenty of pomp and pageantry, there was also lots of funny and impromptu speeches from dignitaries and attendees during the Mundare Fire Department’s 100th anniversary gala on Saturday, April 22. A real honour for present and past members as well as guests on hand for the celebration was to have Lt. Governor of Alberta Lois Mitchell in attendance. “It’s my great pleasure to be here,” stated Mitchell, who dispensed with the usual protocol, and thanks former Premier Ed Stelmach and his wife Marie for their service to the community and people of Alberta. “I want to tell you all I have heroes in my life,” which includes people in the fire department as well as peole who run for public office. On her way down to Mundare Mitchell said she was thinking about the trip she made to Japan when they were in cabinet together. “I am honoured to join you in celebrating 100 years,” noted Mitchell, as she thanked past and present members for their bravery, self sacrifice, and commitment to service which has left a true legacy in the Mundare area. “It takes a very special person to be a firefighter whether it be fulltime or on a volunteer basis.” She com-
mended the past and present members for being there for people during their worst hour of need and for keeping the town and rural areas safe places to live. Mundare Fire Chief Glenda Dales thanked the Lt. Governor of Alberta, and presented her with her own special pink fire hat on behalf of the department. Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs also thanked the firefighters for their self sacrifice. She call firefighters a “different breed” and set apart as they help sustain their community. She also thanked the firefighters families before presenting Dales with a certificate. Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jessica Littlewood said 100 years of service is a real testiment to the longstanding families and communities in the district who also helped build the province. “As a grandchild of Ukrainian immigrants my heart goes out to those who couldn’t be with us, and to the brothers and sisters who serve. Mundare Mayor Charlie Gargus said the support of town council is critical to the fire department’s success, and said they really are quite fortunate because many of the members on the department have served more than 20 years. Lamont County Reeve Wayne Woldanski touched on the county’s
association with the Town of Mundare back in 1967 when John Batiuk was the Reeve of Lamont County and Peter Polischuk was the Mayor of Mundare. “That was the start of rural firefighting. We’ve had a strong partnership for the last 50 years,” and cited the resigning of regional fire agreement with Mundare and fellow members as testament to that. Reeve Woldanski also acknowledged past and present members of the department, and Glenda Dales and her crew for making it one of the best fire departments in the county. In recent years, Lamont County has invested over $3.5 million in the regional fire service, and is currently in the process of finishing the regional fire centre in Chipman that will offer training to local firefighters as well as other municipalities and industry in the near future. Former Mundare Mayor Peter Polischuk regaled the audience with a few stories, while the crowd waited for the banquet to begin. His candour and comedic flair won the audience over as they stood to their feet following his off the cuff remarks and heartfelt thanks to members. Vegreville, Lamont, and Chipman Fire Chiefs also offered congratulations to the Mundare Fire Department. Alberta’s Fire Commissioner Ross
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.Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Lois Mitchell presents Mundare Fire Department Safety Officer Dale McCarty his certificate for 40 years of exemplary service during the 100th anniversary gala ceremony on Saturday, April 22. McCarty also received an exemplary service medal to go along with the certificate. Bennett told the crowd about the exemplary service medal that was created to honour firefighters with 20 or more years of service. “I’m sure we can all agree firefighting is a young men’s sport,” said Bennett, who called it rare and almost unheard of the have veterans of a fire department between 30 and 40 years, and personally congratulated Dale McCarty on his achievement. Soon after the Lt. Gov. presented McCarty with his medal and certificate for his 40 years of exemplary service. Fire Chief Glenda Dales also received a standing ovation for her dedication and organization of the historic event.
Mike Spinner, Guard Commander of the Leduc Fire Services Guard of Honour cuts the 100th anniversary cake with Mundare Fire Dept. Chief Glenda Dales.
2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, April 25, 2017
People pull together for local families Michelle Pinon Editor
It was 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 15 when the Lamont Fire Department was called to 14 Duke Drive. Lt. Andrew McDonald was one of the responders on scene. “It was the first time I’ve ever been to a call with someone I know. The garage at the home of Steve and Crystal Hanson was on fire, and their 12-year-
old son Cole was seriously burned. Even though he did not know how seriously Cole was burned, by the time the fire was put out two-and-a-half hours later, the family’s garage and trailer were destroyed, and their neighbours garage was also damaged. “It was difficult fighting the fire knowing what had happened to Sandy’s (Andrew’s eldest son) friend, and I was at a
standstill trying to figure out what more I could do after.” The following morning he decided to auction off one of his favourite paintings on Facebook in order to donate money to the family as he knew it would help with their expenses while they are in the city and not working to take care of their son in the hospital. At the end of Friday, that painting sold for $650. Other neighbours and
This camping photo is featured on the GoFundMe page for 12-year-old Cole Hanson.
residents have been donating what they can to the family this past week, and a couple of community groups have stepped forward to offer financial assistance to the family. In addition a GoFundMe page titled “Coming Together For Cole” was set up, and as of Monday afternoon a total of $3,260 had been raised for Cole and his family. A Trust Fund account was also set up through the Alberta Treasury Branch in Lamont, and donations can be made at that branch or any other ATB branch or agency in Alberta. One hundred per cent of those funds will go towards the family. As well, a separate trust fund has also been set up for Misti Sutton whose husband was tragically killed in Chipman a few weeks earlier.
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Weather conditions wreak havoc on county gravel roads Michelle Pinon Editor
Two recent heavy snowfalls in Lamont County are testing public works crews to the limit. Lamont County Roads Maintenance Supervisor Gerald Thorowsky told The Lamont Leader that “roads right now are in terrible to poor condition,” especially in the east end of the municipality.
Between eight and twelve inches of snow were reported in the Chipman, Mundare, and Andrew areas even before the huge deluge of snow this past weekend. Since early last week graders have been scraping as much snow as possible off the roads in the early morning hours in an effort to try and save as many of them as possible. As of late Friday afternoon a total
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of three roads were “totally impassable” and had to be closed, with 11 more roads being open to local traffic only. More than a dozen wash outs were reported, and one road even had a hole three feet in diameter that had to be filled and packed with gravel. “It seems like we are doomed one way or another.” He said many judgement calls have had to be made as quickly as possible as crews worked to clear roads. The public works department has also had over 20 calls for service from residents to unplug culverts. “This is the worse spring I’ve ever had,” said Thorowsky, who has been working with Lamont County for more than 30 years, 24 of them in his role as roads main-
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This gravel road a few kilometres east of Lamont was closed this past week, along with several others in Lamont County. A 50 per cent road ban was also imposed on Friday, April 21. tenance supervisor. With more snow and rain in the forecast, it doesn’t look like the situation will improve in the near future, and all crews and residents can do is wait it out.
OBITUARY Brian Joseph Paruk May 8, 1952 – April 6, 2017 The family sadly announces the passing of Brian on April 6, 2017 at the age of 64 years. He is survived by his mother, Olga Paruk (nee Stefura); son, David (Kathrin); daughter, Regan (Patrick); five grandchildren, Michaela, Madison, Ethan, Evan, and Ryland; two brothers, Dale (Nayda), and Jeffrey
(Nancy); as well as extended family and friends. Brian was predeceased by his father, Peter Paruk. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Lamont United Church, 5102 - 53 Avenue, Lamont, Alberta. Fountain Garden Funeral Chapel
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Opinion You can never be too careful... A couple of weeks ago I went to my Facebook Home Page and found the following advice: Dear Michelle, We want to stop the spread of false news on Facebook. Learn more about. As we work to limit the spread, here are some tips on what to look out for: *Be skeptical of headlines. False news stories often have catchy headlines in all caps with exclamation points. If shocking claims in the headline sound unbelievable, they probably are. *Look closely at the URL. A phony or look-alike URL may be a warning sign of false news. Many false news sites mimic authentic news sources by making small changes to the URL. You can go to the site to compare the URL to established sources. *Investigate the source. Ensure that the story is written by a source that you trust with a reputation for accuracy. If the story comes from an unfamiliar organization, check their “About” section to learn more. *Watch for unusual formatting. Many false news sites have misspellings or awkward layouts. Read carefully if you see these signs. *Consider the photos. False news stories often contain manipulated images or videos. Sometimes the photo may be authentic, but taken out of context. You can search for the photo or image to verify where it came from. *Inspect the dates. False news stories may contain timelines that make no sense, or event dates that have been altered. *Check the evidence. Check the author’s sources to confirm that they are accurate. Lack of evidence or reliance on unnamed experts may indicate a false news story. *Look at other reports. If no other news source is reporting the same story, it may indicate that the story is false. If the story is reported by multiple sources you trust, it’s more likely to be true. *Is the story a joke? Sometimes false news stories can be hard to distinguish from humor or satire. Check whether the source is known for parody, and whether the story’s details and tone suggest it may be just for fun. *Some stories are intentionally false. Think critically about the stories you read, and only share news that you know to be credible. It never hurts to be cautious, and critical because once something is out there for the world to read there’s no turning back.
Letter: Landfill commission chair calls publication notice ‘unfair smear’ Dear Editor, Re: Councillors’ Corner, April 18, 2017 I refer to the notices published in the Lamont Leader on April 18, 2017, and specifically the “Motions Arising from In Camera”. The motion describes, without context, that the Lamont County Council directed its administration arrange a meeting “to discuss County Council concerns with the administration and
operation” of the St. Michael Landfill, operated by the St. Michael Regional Solid Waste Commission, for which I am Chair of the Board. The publication of the notice without context is an unfair smear on our hard-working administrator and employees. Your readers ought to understand that the St. Michael Landfill is an award-winning operation, and is continually recognized as a model
landfill. It received the Collection Site Award of Excellence in 2015. Landfills are highly regulated, and we take pride in our operation and in our administration. Running a regional services commission involves compromise for all members, and the Commission does its best to take into consideration the views from all of its members. If any member of the Commission has a spe-
cific concern with an aspect of the operation or administration, it is incumbent on that member to be specific so that there is no misunderstanding about the excellent operation the Commission has been running since 2012. Sincerely, Frank Rosypal, Chairman ST. MICHAEL REGIONAL SOLID WASTE COMMISSION
Anglin accuses Wildrose Party Leader Brian Jean of usurping authority Dear Editor, The Progressive Conservative Party (PC) and the Wildrose Party (WRP) are engaged in talks to unite conservatives into one political entity. Presumably the proposed talks are based upon the commonly held belief that all conservatives conform to the same universal principles and values. In reality, the contrast of integrity, values and behaviour between the two political parties is starkly dissimilar. Jason Kenney announced his intention to run for the leadership of the PC Party on an agenda to pursue unity. Agree with him or disagree with him, Kenney debated this agenda during the PC leadership campaign and when the votes were tallied, the PC membership spoke. They gave Kenney a democratic mandate to pursue
an agenda of unification. In contrast, Brian Jean campaigned for the Wildrose leadership and not once did he inform the WRP membership that if he were elected, he would seek to change the party name, or possibly disband the party by entering into an agreement with the PC Party to unify. However, eight months after he was elected, Jean registered a non-profit society called the “Conservative Party of Alberta Association,” to pursue his agenda. He did this in secret! Currently the WRP executive is rapidly holding nomination races for existing MLAs on the premise that they will not have to participate in a democratic nomination process if and when a new unity party is formed. Apparently, the membership of the new party
will have no say in this matter. In a couple of recent bizarre decisions the WRP executive council has revoked an individual’s WRP membership for, “Intending to attempt” to seek a PC party nomination, while actively engaged in unity talks to merge with the PCs. They have also approved Jean’s appointment of Ontario resident, Arthur Hamilton, to represent the WRP members in unity talks. “Intending to attempt” is an odd if not incoherent allegation to deny membership to anyone. However, the appointment of Hamilton to represent the membership is an unconscionable violation of the WRP constitution. The WRP constitution is incisively explicit. Only the WRP membership can authorize or appoint its representative. Jean and the WRP executive have the authority to conduct
normal day-to-day business between AGMs. They cannot engage in, or appoint anyone to represent the membership in unity or merger talks before first obtaining the consent of the WRP membership. What Jean and the WRP executive are doing is usurping authority that was never granted. The proposition to unite conservatives is honourable and possibly a worthwhile venture. To claim that both parties in these negotiations share the same core values is inaccurate if one considers the actions of both entities. One participant and entity has shown respect for the democratic process and has conducted its actions accordingly. The other is Brian Jean and the Wildrose executive. Joe Anglin Rimbey, AB
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Opinion Why computer climate models are not trustworthy Not long ago, I met a woman who said that she was absolutely terrified of global warming. I asked if she knew how much warming had actually occurred in, say, the last 140-150 years. She didn’t, but said she was pretty sure it was a lot. When I told her that actual warming was less than a single degree Celsius (0.08o) during that time, she seemed relieved, then openly wondered how such a small amount over such a long period could lead to excessive carbon taxes and politicians spending billions on electrical subsidies. Good question, but an even better question is why politicians have spent these billions even though the reliability of climate models has never been demonstrably proven. Climate scientist and professor Judith Curry is the former chair of the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the prestigious Georgia Institute of Technology. She is the author of 180+ scientific papers on climate. Curry says that alarmist fears are based on computer models rather than observable science. She says:
“[The earth] is clearly warming, and it’s been warming overall for several hundred years, [yet] the key question is how much of the recent warming—say for the last fifty years—has been caused by humans, and my interpretation of the evidence is that we really can’t tell. And I don’t see a clear signal that it is being caused by humans, predominantly.” Myron Ebell was the academic chosen by President Donald Trump to transition the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Ebell points out that “the official scientific view that promotes global warming alarmism is really not based on science or on data. It’s based on computer modelling.” Ebell says: “The problem with computer models is that… they can’t forecast the future. They cannot predict what the temperature is going to be in ten years, fifty years, or a hundred years.” Dr. John Christy is professor of atmospheric science at the University of Alabama, and has served in many capacities as a climate scientist, including a lead author on the U.N.’s IPCC (Climate Change Panel). Christy and his col-
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league, Dr. Roy Spencer, received NASA’s Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal for their global temperature monitoring work with satellites. Testifying before a Congressional Committee, Christy demonstrated how each of 102 U.N. IPCC climate models overestimated global warming. He said: “The [climate] models failed the simplest of validation tests; they can’t even
reproduce what has already happened…. On average, the warming rate of the atmosphere in these models is three times reality. As a consequence, our science has not established the causal link between CO2 emissions and what the climate is actually doing.” Highly respected Princeton physicist Freeman Dyson agrees. Dyson says it makes little sense to trust the computer
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From Where I Sit: Finish First
By Hazel Anaka In February my mom, Roy, and I collected on a Christmas present from Hilary. She gave each of us a ticket to the Garth Brooks world tour concert in Edmonton. I don’t think anyone expected he’d end up selling more than 143,000 tickets in nine shows but that’s what happened. Ours was for the seven o’clock show on Saturday night We were there in 1996 when Brooks last came to Edmonton and we loved him. Hilary saw him last year in Saskatoon. Much has been written about his talent, his showmanship, his nice-guy-downhome persona. The fact that Hilary was able to secure four Loge seats at the spectacular Rogers Place made this event special. These seats are mid-bowl and feature a table and four barstool seats. No aisle, no small-bladder people squeezing back and forth because they’ve been drinking fifteen-dollar drinks all night. Great sightlines, comfy setting, no annoying people. Because my mom is eighty-something and I was still gimpy because of my fall, the plan was to drop us off as close to
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the door as possible. The traffic was snarled and one street was closed so we bailed out when we could so Roy and Hilary could park. The sidewalk was jammed—-ten or twelve people wide in two directions from the door and around the corner—-with chilly, confused concertgoers. You’ve gotta wonder about men in shirts and women in short, sleeveless dresses wearing open-toed shoes in
February in Edmonton. Hot stuff, I guess. The issue, it seemed was moving nearly 20,000 people from the 3 PM show out so the next 20,000 could get in and through security for the 7 PM show. We didn’t see any anger. Near us, some guys broke into song. Unfortunately, Jeremiah Was a Bullfrog isn’t a Garth number. They seamlessly transitioned into Friends in Low Places and made us smile
at the plucky Canadian spirit and loyal country fan base. The show started about an hour late with two warm-up acts. When Garth burst onto the stage, he said he’d be ‘playing cowboy songs, drinking songs, and the night would be one of oldies.’ He had us eating out of his hands. Some people stood through the entire night. We all cheered and sang along whether he prompted us
or not. He teased us, he enabled us, he praised, and challenged us. And the crowd lapped it up. It was a feel-good night in a time of too many worries for too many people. After the obligatory standing O, Garth returned alone with his guitar and performed another twenty or more minutes. It felt natural, comfortable, intimate despite our number. It was so the opposite
when years ago we saw Dwight Yoakum perform. He appeared drunk, low energy, inconvenienced to be here. But of course, stars behaving badly is not new. So chock this one up as a night of memories shared by three generations and facilitated by a generous daughter/ granddaughter. It’s also nice to know that good guys can finish first, from where I sit.
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Babas & Borshch Zabava comes to Lamont SUBMITTED ARTICLE Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival Coordinator Hazel Anaka is pleased to announce the line-up of talent for the 2017 Zabava to be held Saturday, August 26th at the Lamont Rec Centre Hall. “We’re pleased that we’ve been able to hold prices steady at $50 a
ticket for the fifth straight year. As before, we have some exceptional acts ready, willing, and able to entertain our crowd, “ said Anaka. “It’s hard to know whether people come for the incredible Ukrainian banquet or the amazing entertainment,” said Jim Newman, Lamont County Manager of Economic Development.
“Luckily they don’t have to choose. “A Taste for Life” Ukrainian Cafe and Bistro by St. John’s Institute of Edmonton is returning as the 2017 caterer of our Ukrainian feast.” This year Edmonton’s Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company will provide the heart-stopping talent audiences have come to expect dur-
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rock. “In a cooperative effort with Lamont County’s ‘year of the Ukrainian’ anniversary celebrations, the night will also feature a fireworks display,” said Anaka. “Lamont County is the “cradle of Ukrainian settlement in Canada” so what better way to celebrate?” “We encourage buyers to get their tickets early for best seat selection,” said Anaka. “Our usual
system of coloured dot tickets rewards early buyers and makes the seating process orderly and fair. So we’re doing that again in this new community. Tickets are available online, by mail, or by email transfer.” Stay tuned for more Festival 2017 news as we unveil plans for marking the 125th anniversary of Ukrainian settlement to Lamont County.
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Folks will be able to enjoy the vibrant mix of old and new with the ever popular Trembita during the Zabava.
REPORT TO COMMUNITY 2016-2017 Our annual Report to Community takes a look back on 2016 and ahead through 2017 to highlight the achievements and goals of our municipal partnership. Advocating for adding value to our energy resources through the Royalty Review and other initiatives Celebrating two new propane processing facilities planned for our region in addition to other major projects under construction and recently completed Building relations with China through an MOU, and other foreign countries through investment missions Working with all levels of government to ensure our region and province is competitive and prosperous Supporting our municipal partners and other stakeholders as our region grows
To learn more about our projects in the past year, and what lies ahead, view our entire Report to Community at www.industrialheartland.com.
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8 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Andrew School and Fire Brigade raise funds for AED Michelle Pinon Editor
Just like perogies and sausage, the Andrew Fire Brigade and Andrew School make a dynamic combination, recently teaming up to raise funds for an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) that will be housed in the school. Andrew Fire Brigade member Martin Stewart said the fundraiser was a good way to involve the entire community in the project. A total of 87 boxes of perogies and sausage were sold for a profit of $600. The Andrew Fire Brigade chipped in $1,770 to reach the overall goal. Andrew School Principal TJ Kennerd said the idea of housing an AED in the school
came from school secretary Marie Andruchow, and it didn’t take long to get staff, students, parents and community members on board.
Kennerd said an AED is a great safety feature to have at the school in the event it is needed by a student, staff member or visitor. The AED is rela-
tively easy to operate, and Kennerd said instructions are given visually and verbally from the machine, which makes it easy, accessible
and efficient for anyone to use. The Andrew Fire Brigade is the fundraising arm of the fire department, and used
proceeds from previous fundraisers to support the project. Every Canada Day members host a pancake breakfast, celebration.
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Several members of the Andrew Fire Brigade were on hand to present a $1,770 cheque to Andrew School Principal TJ Kennerd that went towards the purchase of an Automated External Defibrillator. Members of the school community, and community at large, also pitched in $600 through the sale of perogies and sausage. Pictured from left to right are: Clayton Mierau, Sheila Lupul, Martin Steward, Principal TJ Kennerd, Jason Mierau and Tracy Lupul. Missing from the photo are: Ray Carlisle, Jesse Lindberg, Kenny Hamaliuk, Jason Mercier, Jesse Lewis, Jeff Terrell, Rusty Kroetsch, Barry and Jan Goertz, Billy Andriuk, and Chris Howell.
Liberals plan to ‘tax on tax’ a direct contradiction: promised revenue neutral carbon tax for provinces SUBMITTED ARTICLE The Federal Liberals stand to make almost $280 million in revenues from provincial carbon taxes in Alberta and British Columbia over the next two years, according to a new report released from the Library of Parliament. Both Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Environment Minister have claimed over and over again that their federally imposed carbon tax scheme would be revenue neutral for Ottawa,” said Shannon Stubbs, Member of Parliament for Lakeland and Deputy Critic for Natural Resources. “The Liberals have insisted they would not collect
Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs revenues from any provinces, but this report proves the complete opposite. How are Canadians supposed to believe anything this Prime Minister says?” said MP Stubbs. The revenues will come from a CRA requirement, meaning
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provincial governments will have to apply 5 per cent GST on top of the carbon tax in their jurisdictions. “Canadians are willing to pay their fair share of taxes, but they are being tricked by the Liberals into paying even more. The Liberals have insisted they are standing up for middle class Canadians. But, a carbon tax directly affects the most vulnerable Canadians, making everything from the gas in their cars to the groceries on their table more expensive. Now, the Liberals are mandating a tax on a tax, which will force businesses to pass on even more costs to
every day families trying to make ends meet,” said Stubbs. Currently, Alberta and British Columbia have implemented taxes on greenhouse gas emissions. In Alberta, the Liberals could collect up to $65 million during 2017-2018, and up to $85 million in 2018-2019. If the rate was to increase to $50 per tonne in 20182019, the amount of GST revenue could grow to $140 million in Alberta alone. “This shameless tax grab is unfair to Canadians and it’s not what the Prime Minister promised them. My colleague Mark Warawa, Member of Parliament
LAMONT COMMUNITY PLAYSCHOOL
for Langley— Aldergrove, has tabled a bill that will seek to amend the Excise Tax Act to exclude the collection of GST/HST on provincial carbon pricing systems. I will be working
alongside my Conservative colleagues to ensure this bill is debated and continue to stand up for Canadians against this shameless tax on a tax.”
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, April 25, 2017 - 9
Mundare Fire Department celebrates 100 years
Leduc Fire Services Guard of Honour. PHOTOS BY MICHELLE PINON
Members of the RCMP K Division Pipe Band perform. The singing of O Canada.
Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jessica Littlewood presents a certificate to Mundare Fire Chief Glenda Dales.
Fire Chief Glenda Dales holds up the photo collage that was presented on behalf of the Town of Mundare.
Former Mundare march in together.
firefighters
Mundare Deputy Fire Chief Charlie Gargus presents crystal to Fire Chief Glenda Dales.
Lamont County Reeve Wayne Woldanski, left, and Deputy Reeve Dan Warawa present Glenda Dales with a plaque on behalf of the municipality.
Town of Bruderheim Mayor Karl Hauch, left, shakes Glenda Dales hand while current Fire Chief Dave Calder and former Fire Chief Bob Cote look on.
Glenda Dales accepts a certificate on behalf of PC Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs.
Lamont Fire Chief John Helton presents a plaque to Glenda Dales.
10 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, April 25, 2017
PCN ‘Get Out, Get Active’ Challenge ready for action SUBMITTED ARTICLE Residents of Fort Saskatchewan, Lamont, Gibbons, Redwater and surrounding area are being asked to step up their physical activity this spring by joining the 4th annual Get Out, Get Active (GOGA) Challenge from April 24 to June 4. Alberta Heartland Primary Care Network is one of 21 Primary Care Networks across the province participating in this year’s challenge of returning to life. The challenge addresses a physical activity crisis in Alberta and across Canada. Less than 5% of children and 15% of adults are meeting the recommendations in Canada’s Physical Activity Guidelines. GOGA is a free, six week online program for all ages which keeps
track of participants physical activities (walking, running, swimming, basketball, cycling, gardening etc.), converts them into steps, which then “virtually” takes them on a health journey. As you enter your activity each week, you will get to see your GOGA character transform from a zombie to a superhero! Participants are encouraged to track and log their activity each day. They can monitor their progress online to see how far they have gone on their virtual health journey, as well as to see how their overall team is doing. Over the six weeks, a GOGA character transforms from sick to healthy as more physical activity is done. During the challenge, a pedometer or other step tracking device can be used to track physical
activity. The online pro- school, at home or in a way to celebrate physical Monday, April 24th and gram can also translate recreation facility, the activity achievements. there is still time to registime in various activities GOGA challenge is a The challenge starts ter to participate. into the equivalent in steps. Participants are welcome to challenge coworkers, friends, and family to join the Get Out, Get Active challenge to increase motivation. Participating PCN will be organizing activities including partnerships with community recreation facilities to motivate participants. �Our mission is to create a culture of wellness starting with a vision to incorporate physical activity into SUBMITTED PHOTO our communities. PCN Exercise Specialist Ciara Kallal, Seniors Operations Coordinator Nicole Whether it be in Champagne, and Registered Dietitian Nicky Bennett are ready to start the Get Out, Get the workplace, at Active Challenge.
New executive director brings over two decades of experience Alberta’s Industrial Heartland (April 24, 2017) – As Alberta’s Industrial Heartland grows into a global leader in energy processing, a new Executive Director will guide the activities of the municipal partnership. Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association (AIHA) welcomes Mark Plamondon as the Executive Director starting May 1. “This is a very exciting opportunity to help build upon the success achieved by Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association since it was formed in 1998. AIHA has the natural resources, innovative technology, manpower, and commitment to the
tional experience, which is valuable as AIHA continues building relationships with investors, governments, and other stakeholders across the globe. As a resident of Fort Saskatchewan and former employee with Mark Plamondon environment to be a world leader in responsible energy development. I look forward to advancing AIHA’s vision,” commented Plamondon. He spent 22 years in management, operations, business development, and financial analysis of mineral and refining operations. He comes to the Association with extensive interna-
industrial companies in the region, Plamondon is familiar with industry, the community, and local stakeholders. Senior Vice President with “We welcome Mark to this important role with AIHA. His expertise and background are an ideal
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Chipman National Hall 4715 -50th Street FRIDAY - APRIL 28, 2017 time: 7:00 pm
fit for our municipal partnership,” said Ed Gibbons, Chair of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association. “As we approach our 20th anniversary, we remain focused on advocating for responsible energy development,
promoting the region and province, and planning for infrastructure and services. We’re pleased that Mark will lead AIHA as Executive Director toward these goals over the coming years.”
Lamont Veselka Ukrainian Dance Club
Year End Concert
In response to the recent tragedy in the ViIlage of Chipman the RCMP in cooperation with Chipman Village Council will facilitate an open public meeting to provide an opportunity for residents of Chipman to bring forward their concerns regarding public safety issues and rural policing. Pat Tomkow CAO, Village of Chipman
Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017
2017 Beaver District 4-H Show & Sale Mon., May 1, 2017 Tofield Arena
Air Monitoring Consultation
* Supper @ 5:00 pm (Adult $15, 6-12 $8, 5 & under free - Cash Only)
Steer Sale at 7:00 p.m.
Fort Saskatchewan DOW Center
Come and provide input on the future growth and development of local air monitoring. An AGM and presentation will precede the Vision 2030 roundable discussion.
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May 8, 6:15 - 9:00 pm Lions Pride Room, Dow Centennial Centre
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Classifieds ________________________ COMING EVENTS EVENTS COMING ________________________ VIKING FARMERS MARKET No market April 27. Regular market Thursday, May 4, 2-4 p.m. Mother’s Day Market Thursday, May 11 2-5 p.m. Plants and special dessert. Contact Evelyn at 780-5922431 or Irene 780-336-4707. Regular market 2 - 4 p.m. every Thursday starting in May. 11tfnc ________________________ Another Mission to Many GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE will be held Thursday, May 4, 10 a.m. 6 p.m., Friday, May 5, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 5327 - 56 Ave., Viking. No Early Birds. Box Sale: all you can fit in a box for $10 on Saturday. For more info, call Pres 780-336-2576 or Sandy 780-336-1022. Thank you for your support. 16c ________________________ Viking Dance Inspirations Year End Recital on Friday, April 28, 2017 at the Kinsella Community Hall. Doors Open at 6:30 pm, Recital at 7 pm. Admission $5 - 12 and under FREE. Cash Raffle License #457702. Final draw date amended from April 29, 2017 to April 28, 2017 (AGLC approved April 6, 2017) 15-16p ________________________ Iron Creek Flying Club’s COPA for Kids. Take a ride for free! Flagstaff Regional Airport, Saturday, April 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free flights for kids 8 to 17. Signed parental/guardian approval required. Register at 780-384-2026. CP15-16c ________________________ FOR RENT RENT FOR ________________________ Viking - Triplex 5022 58th Ave. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Close to hospital. $800 per month plus utilities. No smoking. No pets. 587-256-0430 01tfnc ________________________ 2 bedroom home for rent in Ryley, AB. This cute older home has new floors, fridge and stove. There is a basement and a large yard. Rent is $725/month also $750 for D.D. Utilities are extra. Please call Lori @ 780-9355445. TM15-16p ________________________
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________________________ FOR RENT RENT FOR ________________________ Suite in four-plex in Tofield. 2 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Adults only. No smoking and no pets. $1,000/month. Available immediately. Call: 780-2632688. TM15tfnc ________________________ House for Rent 4522 54 Ave. Tofield. Incentives offered. Available now. Five Bedrooms 2 and 1/2 baths, fenced yard. Double car garage. No pets. Contact 780-662-2687 or 780-2893520 for details. TM41tfnp ________________________ 3 bedroom town house for rent, May 1. 780-336-3393 14tfnc ________________________ For Rent in Chipman - 3 bedroom mobile home. Call 780-405-2511 for more info. LL07tfnc ________________________ 2 bedroom large suite in 3story walk-up apartment building under new professional management with live-in, on-site caretaker. Close to Town Centre, hospital and No-Frills Superstore. Rent from $895, incl. utilities, energized parking stall. DD $500. Seniors welcome with special rate. 780632-6878 or 780-918-6328 LL06tfnp ________________________ House for rent - Holden. Available May 1st. Neat and clean, one bedroom, 700 square feet. Detached single garage. Must sign one year lease. $700 plus utilities. Call Cathy at 403875-1119 or Julianne at 780688-2227. Leave a message. References required. TM16-17p ________________________ Tofield - Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, balcony, in-suite laundry. Heat & water included $875/month. Also for rent a 1250 sq. ft. commercial space $1,100/ month. Call: 780-932-0041. TM39tfnp ________________________ Bachelor and 1 bedroom suites, 3 appliances. Bachelor from $695, 1 bdrm from $795, rent incl. water, heat, energized parking stall. SD $500. 780-632-3102 LL06tfnp ________________________
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________________________ FOR SALE SALE FOR ________________________ Hay for Sale. Alf/Tim/Br/CW mix. Small squares shedded $5ea. Rounds $50ea. Majority no rain. Phone late evenings 780-942-4107. LL16-25p ________________________ GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE ________________________ Round Hill community garage sale Saturday, May 6th. To book a table call MaryEllen @ 780-672-7353. TM15-17c ________________________ Huge garage, yard sale. Houseware, hardware, linen fabrics clothes, indoor & outdoor furniture, tarp, collectables, construction material, overhead garage doors 16'x7' with opener, etc. Friday, April 28 - May 8, from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. Location: 19228 - Twp Rd 512, just 20 minutes from Sherwood Park. TM16-17p ________________________ Garage Sale - Viking 5320 56 Ave. April 28, 10 am - 6 pm. Proceeds go to Alzheimer Society. 15-16p ________________________ HELP WANTED WANTED HELP ________________________ SAFETY STARTS HERE TRAINING CENTRE • First Aid - CPR AED (AB & BC) • Standard First Aid • Emergency First Aid • Child Care First Aid • HCP First Aid • H2S Alive (Enform) • Ground Disturbance (Global) • Confined Space Entry • CSTS • PST • TDG • WHMIS • Flagger Training Phone (780) 608-1434 www.safetystartshere.ca ________________________ Winch truck/picker operator for oilfield service company. Must have 3 years class 1 experience. WHMIS, H2S, First Aid, TDG, etc. Fax resume and CDA to 780-662-3368. TM16-17p ________________________ Waterfowl hunting guide in Tofield/Vegreville area. September and October 2017 position available, $4,000-$6,000/month. Some experience required. Evenings and weekends. Room and board provided. Contact Blaine Burns at Black Dog Outfitters 780203-2876 or bburns4@telusplanet.net, check it out at www.blackdogoutfitters.ca TM13-22p
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________________________ HELP WANTED WANTED HELP ________________________ Live in housekeeper. Light cooking, housekeeping duties. Prefer a lady 65-70 years of age. Non-smoker, non-drinker. Room and board included. Wage negotiable. Acreage in Tofield area. Please send resume to: Box 1541, Vegreville, AB T9C 1S7. TM15-18p ________________________ LIVESTOCK LIVESTOCK ________________________ Short horned bulls for sale. Polled, semen tested, optimal birth weights. Delivery available. Call Shepalta Farm at 780-679-4719. CP15tfnc ________________________ For Sale - Yearling Purebred Red Angus Bulls. Heifer and cow bulls available. Low birth weights. Call 780-386-2127 or 780-3850406. CP16-17p ________________________ Purebred Angus Bulls For Sale. Yearling and 2 yr old, Red & Black. Call 780-9869088 LL13-21p ________________________ For Sale (3) - 2 yr old Purebred Black Angus bulls, Low birth weights. Call for more details 1-780385-4411 or 1-780-336-2011. Viking Area. CP14tfn ________________________ Bulls For Sale. QUIET twoyear-olds and yearlings, black angus bulls, and black baldie bulls available. Semen tested. 780-632-1961 or 780-632-1104 LL13-21p ________________________ Purebred Salers Bulls. White, tan, red and black. Scattered Spruce Salers. 780-768-2284 or Cell: 780208-0199. 08-21c ________________________ REAL ESTATE ESTATE REAL ________________________ Restaurant for Sale. 9,000 sq ft building in Sedgewick plus 3 lots 25x100. Dinning room and lounge - 140 seats plus opportunity for additional living space. Call 780384-3600. Serious inquiries only! CP27tfnc ________________________ SERVICES SERVICES ________________________ Wipf’s Greenhouse. Open May 1st. Greenhouse, Bedding Plants, Vegetables, Free Range Eggs. Located on RR 180, TWP 473 - 1/2 mile west on TWP 473. Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 8 pm. Closed Wednesday evenings. Phone: 780-385-8389 or 780385-4934. 15-21c
________________________ SERVICES SERVICES ________________________ Massage and Reflexology 1 hour treatments. Call: Marge 780-662-3066. TM35tfnc ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services. Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-662-0146 or 780-2323097. TMtfn ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087, Sedgewick. CPtfn ________________________
________________________ THANK YOU THANK YOU ________________________ We are very grateful for all the expressions of sympathy we have received in memory of Dolores Eckert. Thank you to all our family and friends for the cards, flowers, visits, prayers, food, donations and more. The thoughtfulness all of you have shown has made this journey easier. Her obituary is on thomsfuneralhome.com if you care to read it. Thank you, Jake Eckert and family TM16p ________________________ Blessings and thanks to everyone for the cards, flowers, food, phone calls, STARS donations, and condolences in memory of Archie Sauers. The families of Delores, Grace, Allan, Donna, and Geraldine 16p
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14 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Zabrick finds success on and off the badminton court Michelle Pinon Editor
The fourth time did not prove to be the charm for Caelan Zabrick, but for the Grade 11 Andrew School student settling for silver at the Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) Senior High Badminton League Championship in Vegreville last Thursday was alright considering he lost the final set to his
cousin Brandon Lamash. He admits it was different having to playoff against his cousin in the championship, but neat in that both players will be able to go to zones on April 26 in Lac La Biche. “I had a great competition,” said Caelan, despite the fact he had limited practice time. He did feel it in his muscles the following day as he played between six and seven sets altogether
with many of the matches stretching the full three games. Caelan says he really loves playing singles badminton, and even considered playing at the club level at one time, but hockey became more of a passion. Caelan plays Midget AA with the Fort Saskatchewan Rangers and has his
sights set on playing at the Junior B level. He has had several invites for try outs, and the defenseman is really hoping to make a spot on the Melville Millionaires of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. As far as future career, Caelan said he plans to attend NAIT to become a millwright.
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, April 25, 2017 - 15
LHS senior badminton teams take home medals Michelle Pinon Editor
A total of 22 high school students from Lamont participated in the annual Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) league badminton championships this past week in Vegreville. The student athletes competed well, and three teams will be advancing to zones on Wednesday, April 26 in Lac La Biche. The boys doubles team of Carson Schickerowsky and Dylan Zacharko, the girls doubles team of Alexis Miedema and Kaylee Kloster as well as the mixed doubles team of Jacques Pinon and Ariana Shields all earned silver medals.
There were also three teams who earned bronze medals. Those include: boys doubles Josh Zwarich and Jayde McGill; mixed doubles Evan Shields and Emily Enns; and girls doubles Alexia Robillard and Thea Wallace. Cory Kokotailo, Director of Athletics & Physical Education, said, “We were happy to have students like Ariana Shields and Jacques Pinon who joined us as Grade 12 students, and have represented our school great.” Kokotailo also pointed out that 17 of the 22 players that he had on the team this year were Grade 10 students.
Jacques Pinon and Ariana Shields brought home a silver medal in mixed doubles. ”That speaks volumes for the program and the fantastic growth it has seen.” He plans to increase the number of players on the high school roster to 48 in two years time. He went on to say that having teachers Ms. Sorotsky and Mr. Wong as coaches “greatly improved the skills set of these players, and turned them into contenders,” and that will definitely bode well for next year’s team.
Carson Schickerowsky and Dylan Zacharko took silver in boys doubles.
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Kaylee Kloster and Alexis Miedema were in fine form, and their hard work earned them silver in girls doubles.
Alexia Robillard and Thea Wallace won bronze in girls doubles. Evan Shields and Emily Enns won bronze in mixed doubles.
Josh Zwarich and Jayde McGill won bronze in boys doubles.
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