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Tofield summer program holds a Medieval Day
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The Town of Tofield summer kids program held a Medieval Day on Thursday, August 15 in the Tofield Arena and the Living Backwards Medieval Society came out to host the afternoon. The kids were invited to dress up in their best medieval garb to watch combat demonstrations and participate in the medieval games. Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
The Town of Tofield summer kids program held a Medieval Day on Thursday, August 15, in the Tofield Arena and the Living Backwards Medieval Society came out to host the afternoon. The kids, aged 4 to 12, were
invited to dress up in their best medieval garb to watch combat demonstrations and participate in the medieval games. The Society, originally based in the city, now operates out of Tofield. “Our Society was established in 2009 in Edmonton. In 2024 we moved our home base
out to Tofield as the majority of our active membership is out here in Beaver County,” Vice President Jody Parrish said. The Society currently has 15 members, but Parrish said they are looking for more, and all ages are welcome. “Currently we have 15
members on our roster, though we are actively recruiting more folks. We are a family friendly club and encourage all ages, but children do need parental supervision,” she said. “Our Society is focused on building a strong historical understanding of the time period of 1000-
1500 Current Era (CE). We are interested in the cultural, artistic, and militaristic aspects of this period. These aspects are re-created using experimental archeology, research from archeological digs, as well as the writings and art of the time period. Ultimately, we want to educate specta-
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Some rural residents within the Beaver Hills Biosphere may be eligible for Stewardship program Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
Residents living within the Beaver Hills Biosphere, an area approximately 1,600 square kilometres and includes areas of the Strathcona, Leduc, Camrose, Lamont, and Beaver counties, may be eligible to apply for the Beaver Hills Biosphere stewardship program. Funding provided from Environment and Climate Change Canada, with support and resources from Land Stewardship Centre's Green Acreages program, help residents conserve and enhance biodiversity within the Biosphere. “Acreage, hobby farm, and recreational property owners within the Beaver
Hills Biosphere are eligible to participate,” said program coordinator Milena McWatt. McWatt said the program, in its second year, seeks to raise awareness, provide learning opportunities through workshops, and assist in landowner efforts to conserve the land. “This program is great because it accomplishes many things at once: raising the awareness of the Beaver Hills Biosphere generally, helping landowners connect to targeted resources on most-beneficial land management practices and expertise to help them accomplish their goals, and providing unique financial support for a wide array of proj-
ects that support conservation, enhancement, and restoration of habitat and habitat connectivity,” McWatt said. Applications are still being accepted for 2024, although projects must be completed by the middle of October 2024. “There is still funding available for 2024 (and 2025). We accept applications on an ongoing basis while funds are available. Projects approved for 2024 must be completed by mid-October of this year,” said McWatt. Beaver County residents Lucien Royer and Judith Basisty have received funding from Green Acreages from the Land Stewardship Centre in years previous, and have lived at their current
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residence for 12 years. Royer said they heard about the program by visiting the Beaver Hills Biosphere office and through promoting the Biosphere among land owners. “We began our work to prevent further damage and restore our wetland and watersheds about 10 years ago. However, the Stewardship Program began to help with small grants three years ago. This year we began in early June and expect to have our concluding report by this October. We expect to continue undertaking this work for a few years, as the need to address these issues is formidable,” Royer said. One of the ways Royer and Basisty have sought
to enhance the wetland on their property is by introducing native plant species. “For the third year we are undertaking various wetland and riparian zone enhancement activities through strengthening existing native plant communities and by introducing varieties of native plant species. Each year the objectives are similar but this year we are also testing different technique combinations to attenuate [weaken] the effects of invasive grasses on our wetland-type of environments. The ‘nature-based solutions’ literature is clear about the centrality of grasses as a dominant factor in the outcome of climate change events. A short
evaluation report will be produced as an outcome of this project,” Royer said. Royer said that they have planted about 7,000 trees and the work involved in caring for the trees includes mowing, spreading wood chips, watering, weeding/sickling, and putting up animal fencing where necessary. “We have prepared new locations for tree planting, where the grasses are particularly bad. Brush clearing, hole digging, and laying of cardboard with chips is taking place. This year we are also planting 630 trees or shrubs of 15 species. “Our perspective is to Continued on Page 14
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Mammography unit coming to Tofield Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
An Alberta Health Services’ (AHS) mobile mammography unit will be at the Tofield Health Centre from Monday, September 9, to Wednesday, September 11. Eligible women, aged 45 to 74, can schedule a
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encourages our membership to go to as many events as they like. There is something happening almost every weekend in the summer, so it can get pretty busy,” she said. September will bring the return of weekly meetings for the horse and heavy combatants, as well as the addition of a weekly crafting meeting. “Starting again in September, our horse and heavy combatants meet Sundays at Amethyst Equine Connections. We are scheduling an additional weekly crafting meeting starting in Sep-
screening appointment by calling 1-800-667-0604. The AHS’ Screen Test program provides mammograms at no cost. “Screen Test is improving access to cancer screening for thousands of individuals in Alberta communities where mammograms are not readily available. tember as well,” Parrish said. When asked about the cost associated with being a member of the Society, Parrish said the Society Board chose to offer free memberships this year. “Our Society Board decided that membership for Living Backwards would be free for the 2024 year, so if you are interested, come check us out! As for events, it really depends on the event. Again, our membership pick and choose the events they want to go to. Our weekly practices at Amethyst Equine are $10 for ground folks and $20 if you bring your horse, and this covers the cost of the rental for the arena,” Parrish said.
“ A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. Screening mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early when treatment may work better. “Getting screened for breast cancer saves lives,” the AHS media release says. The unit was last in
Tofield in October 2023. Mammograms are suggested for eligible women every two years. In an earlier interview with The Tofield Mercury, Health Promotion Facilitator for Screen Tests Chidinma Okoli said the schedule is planned out so that the mobile unit will return to
locations at roughly the same time each year, so that biennial mammograms can be booked within the proper time frame. There are two mobile units that travel yearround throughout the province of Alberta, serving 121 communities including 28 Indigenous
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Council Corner Congratulations on Western Days - let’s keep beautifying Tofield Summer is upon us and has provided exceptionally warm weather recently. This worked well to hold the Western Days events. A heartfelt thank you to all the participants, volunteers and attendees for making 2024 another overwhelming success. Events such as these truly showcase our community, and the commitment is evident. Please note: with the upcoming Ry-Tof Slow Pitch Tournament, during the September long weekend, volunteers are needed. We would encourage those wanting to participate to reach out to the Administration Office to help fill roles. Summer sees additional grass cutting and lawn maintenance, a friendly reminder that all: leaves, grass, etc. must be bagged before placing into either roll outs or dumpsters. Also, large items (concrete, large pieces of
wood, construction material) cannot be placed directly in the dumpster, and it cannot be placed beside. Claystone Waste operators are not equipped to dump heavy loads, nor can they physically get out to put these items in the truck or dumpster. There are transfer stations, one just outside Tofield, one in Lindbrook and the Ryley landfill that can take these items. It is each of our duties to maintain our properties for ourselves, our neighbours, and the community. Further, it is each property owner’s responsibility to maintain grass etc. behind your fenced area, up to the alley, or lane way. It is evident that this maintenance throughout the community is not being done and is a piece that can be enforced through the Peace Officer. Finally, it is still evident that many are not
picking up after their pets on the walking trails and green spaces. This has been brought forward numerous times by the Mayor and Council. Quite honestly, this is disrespectful, unsanitary, and frankly disgusting. These spaces are for the enjoyment of all, residents should not need to contend with these issues when using common grounds. If you are caught not picking up after your pet, this is a finable offence. There are many pet waste stations located along the walking trails for those that have forgotten bags, therefore there should not be a reason to not clean up after your pet. Please enjoy the remainder of your summer. Respectfully submitted, Mayor and Council
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Funds raised for Report A Poacher at Beaverhill Sporting Clays Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
Fourteen teams participated in the 12th annual Waterfowl Warmup on Friday, August 16, at Beaverhill Sporting Clays, an Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) fundraiser for the Report A Poacher program. “We had 14 registered teams, which was less than previous years due to some changes surrounding the event this year and a late start in planning. We anticipate the usual 20-25 teams in the coming years,” said ACA event coordinator Laura Volkman. The event, called a waterfowl warmup, precedes the beginning of waterfowl season. Volkman said the season typi-
cally starts in September but can vary on several factors. “Generally, waterfowl season begins in September but varies depending on what area and what species you are hunting,” she said. Volkman said the fundraiser helps the Report A Poacher program produce education materials and assist in funding the education trailer that attends public events in all of Alberta. “Funds raised through the Waterfowl Warmup event are dedicated to support the Report A Poacher program such as the education trailer which attends public events across the province throughout the year, production of additional information and
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Tofield Council won’t pursue pilot project golf cart regulation
Councillors say it’s not relevant for Tofield Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
At the last Town of Tofield regular Council meeting on Monday, August 12, council and administration discussed the new pilot project golf cart regulation under the Alberta Traffic Safety Act, signed by Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors Devin Dreeshen on June 14, authorizing municipalities to pass bylaws permitting the operation of registered user golf carts on public roads. “This is a new pilot being done on a five-year term at this point in time,” said Assistant Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Jeff Edwards. “If a municipality is interested in pursuing this, they would need to have a bylaw. “As well, each individual with a golf cart who would want to go forward with this would require a permit, and then there would be various fees associated with that. There must also be the necessity for
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JOHN’S RANT Trump has to stop name calling as two misfits battle for U.S, president Well, I actually endured the almost two hours of Donald Trump rambling on with Elon Musk on Twitter, or now X, the other night. My immediate takeaway from it was if Trump wants to lose the U.S. presidential election to Kamala Harris, carrying on like he did with Musk is the way to do it. Trump let his tongue out for an unscripted romp, with more than one million listeners. But what did those listeners get from it. How great Trump was. How stupid, crazy etc. etc. etc. was Harris. He didn’t deal with any policy. He said the world was a much finer place when he was in power. He said everything cost less when he was in power. I’ll give him that one, but around the world costs have steadily increased since 2019 so I can’t give him any credit there. Inflation, and corporate greed will drive prices up everyday of the week no matter who or what party in is control of the government, no matter the country. Now Harris is an ultimate left winger. And her running mate for vice president Tim Walz is even further left. I mean why, as Minnesota state governor, would you put menstrual devices in the boys washrooms of grade schools. This is so insane, but then again Trudeau seems to favour this as well. But on the whole, the Harris/Walz team would appear to make Trudeau seem very centrist in fact almost conservative. God help the world if they are elected. Harris grew up in a household where her father was a Marxist economist. That explains her radical left wing positions she has taken during the past several years. While she has walked many of them back, she still keeps them around to satisfy the extreme left side of the Democratic party. Trump’s unpredictability is a cause for concern as well.
I’m not Trump acolyte, but he did a better job with the U.S. economy when he was in power than the Biden/Harris squad had done. Trump’s often rambling responses to Musk’s prompts still gave Democrats some sound bites they are likely to use against the former president. He levied plenty of name-calling, deriding Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker as a “loser,” ripping Harris as “incompetent” and claiming Biden is “close to vegetable stage.” Now, the Harris squad has taken to calling the Trump/ J/D/. Vance ticket weird. This has blown into a small tempest in the U.S. but in Canada where we call Trudeau policies wacko, it’s pretty much par for the course. Heck, we could call Jagmeet Singh weird for his support of the Liberals and be correct. But then we all know he’s just hanging around until his full pension kicks in in February next year. Trump spoke of the assassination attempt on his life in July, his plans for mass deportation, and referred to Harris’ ouster of Biden from the Democratic race to be the presidential nominee a “coup.” So what. Maybe he’s waiting until the coronation of Harris at this week’’s Democratic convention, but Trump had better start putting some issues out which the American people can relate to. Now, Harris has yet to do any mainstream interviews but has agreed to debate Trump in September. And trotting out washed up Hilary Clinton and Sleepy Joe Biden on the first day of the democratic convention doesn’t do anything exciting for me. But apparently it does for CNN commentators. As the battle lines are drawn, maybe it’s time Trump started listening to his advisors. Stop with the name calling and lies and start talking about how the country and world would be better off with you at the helm.
Now, either way, whoever gets elected as the next president it isn’t really a good choice. I’ve said several times, I don’t know what compels Americans to wait until their presidential candidates are either nearing really elderly status, such as Biden or Trump, or have amassed fortunes such as Harris or Barrack Obama a few year ago before they can get to the top of their parties nomination sheet. Harris is a long time politician with a background as a lawyer. Now, Harris is also running strong on the woman and black cards. I don’t care about either. I look at the policies she presents and study her ability to do the job. And while she seems to be running on Americans policies such as border security and the economy, I just can’t see Harris on the world stage. Having heard her make several speeches, mostly to the faithful followers, I don’t see anything special. She would have absolutely no respect in the middle east when she had to meet with some of those leaders who have no respect for women. I can’t see her sitting down to a meeting
with Putin, or dictators from North Korea or China and receiving any respect. A Harris government wouldn’t strengthen the U.S. on the world stage, Americans will want to see some tangible policies, not just name calling. I actually had to turn off the Democratic Convention the Aug. 16. evening, as Alexandria Ocasio Cortez was rambling. She followed CAW boss Shawn Fain. What a sorry excuse of a man. Online his salary is listed between $156,364 or $186,961 depending on which site you want to believe. This doesn’t include speaking gigs, honorariums or any other kick backs he probably might sneak into. The average UAW worker gets about $30 an hour and Fain gets his cut. Unfortunately the public can’t ever wake up to the lies being spewed by their politicians. They like their looks, their style or something. But remember at both the Republican and Democratic convention there was probably not one homeless person, one person on unemployment or one person on social assistance voting for any of their policies. They aren’t represented. JOHN MATHER
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RCMP Report
RCMP warn of new scam that allows access to bank accounts Tofield RCMP received 73 calls for service – 25 complaints were related to traffic offences. Ten collisions reported with six involving animals, one roadside suspension and a couple violation tickets issued. Twelve calls were related to Wellbeing checks, suspicious persons complaints and Mental Health calls. On August 4, members of the Tofield RCMP detachment affected the arrest of Robert Cameron, a high profile habitual offender. Cameron has victimized Beaver County for the past several years, committing break and enters, vehicle thefts, assaulting police and criminal flight. Cameron was bound by a release order to remain on family property in Ryley. As soon as Cameron was released, he immediately failed to report for curfew checks, and remained at large in
the community. Tofield RCMP utilized significant human resources and tradecraft techniques, to locate and arrest Cameron, who is now remanded in custody for the foreseeable future. This arrest will have a significant impact in reducing rural crime in our area. On Aug 6, a male was charged under the Tobacco Tax Act for selling illegal cigarettes. Aug 10, RCMP recov-
ered a stolen vehicle on Range Road 172 near Twp Rd 505. Three subjects were found with the vehicle. File is still under investigation. Aug 12, a vehicle that was taken out of Camrose was located in Ryley. No charges were laid in regards to this file. Aug 15, police received a report of a stolen Semi Freightliner from Range Road 173 and Twp Rd 501. Video surveillance was captured and identi-
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Holden Summer Reading Program hosts year end party
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The Holden Municipal Library and Viking Beaver Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) partnered together to host a year end party at the Holden Community Hall on Friday, August 16. Over 15 kids attended and learned how to make fused glass art during the featured workshop, designing flower and bug magnets. A hot dog lunch was provided, and the party continued at the Holden spray park, where outdoor activities like axe throwing and parachute games were set up.
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County asks province to give S.H. 870 paving priority Patricia Harcourt The county is making another attempt to get its portion of S.H. 870 paved. An initiative by Division 5 Councillor Dale Pederson, who represents the area in eastern Beaver County, took the issue to the Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) meeting on Aug. 14. The discussion on this topic went into closed session following a motion by committee vice-chair Gene Hrabec. The need to pave 11 km of the 870 between Highway 14 and 619 was placed on the order paper for county council’s April 21 meeting this week. The county will be considering a proposed priority list for provincial roadwork which requires county approval. And at the top of this list is paving of the 11 km. of the 870 running through the county. Secondary highways have been under provincial jurisdiction after being taken over by in a decision from a previous administration. The county must submit requests to the province every year in the form of a priority list for infrastructure work it wants done. The county considers the problem at the 870 to be an important one. Pederson believes it is creating a bottleneck for traffic. He says livestock and grain haulers, and other truckers, avoid the gravel road due to terrible driving conditions such as blinding dust and invasive pot holes. The road is considered a traffic hazard and responsible for vehicle damage to windshields and undercarriages. And it is a condition considered unfair as this same road that runs through counties to the north and south are already paved. These neighbouring counties also support the paving project being requested. “Beaver County has made this request for a number of consecutive years,” states Pederson’s Councillor Initiative document notifying council of his intent to raise the issue yet again.
The province has stated in the past that traffic counts do not justify paving the road. However, the county points out that this is a self-fulfilling prophesy with the poor road causing the lack of traffic. “The reality is that people resist or even refuse to use this route because of the road conditions,” noting muddy or dusty and rough conditions raise safety issues and are hard on vehicles,” states the information in the request. Once paved, “people will use a good road and thresholds for justification can be met,” noted the report provided in the GPC meeting. “Paving this short section of Highway 870 would be a great benefit and improvement to Alberta economic corridors between northeastern, central and southern Alberta,” continues the report. “Transportation of agricultural commodities from northeast Alberta to markets (naming of regional grain and livestock businesses and feedlot alley in the south) would see significant efficiencies in traffic flow by avoiding the ‘bottleneck’ at Viking and not having to deal with the railroad delays.” Energy and tourism industries would also benefit from the paving of the road. “Hopefully, a review of this package will lead to serious consideration of the request, a project that will benefit a significant number of northeastern Albertans and the industries they support,” concluded the report for provincial consideration. This week’s county council meeting will be considering its provincial capital priorities requests. They are also to be submitted to Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely who it is hoped will advocate on behalf of the county. First on the priority list is paving of Highway 870 between highways 14 and 619. Also being considered is a surfacing pilot project fo Highway 854; widening of Highway 834; surface repairs and passing lane plus shoulder mainte-
A report asking the province to. pave S.H. 870’s 11-km of gravel road in eastern Beaver County provided pictures like these showing the road during muddy conditions and also so dry the dust blinds oncoming traffic. Others show serious potholes and windows broken PHOTOS SUPPLIED by stones from passing trucks.
nance for Highway 14; bridge repairs and/or replacements; Kinsella Lift Station wastewater repairs; and, flooding and wetland restoration at Thomas Lake. County CAO Kayleena Spiess explained in her report to council that the county had received a request from the MLA for a list of capital priorities for consideration in the 2025 provincial budget. The priorities were discussed at the Aug. 14 GPC meeting, starting with the 870 paving. “Traffic counts on roads feeding into Highway 870 support this request,” maintained Spiess. “Large hauls, vessels and trucks create a major safety hazard to the traveling public. “The section of road from Highway 619 to the county boundary is a candidate for cement with chip seal,” which would be similar to the Highway 854 pilot project. The county is also still waiting to hear from the province regarding the 2023 chip seal pilot project at Highway 854, plus the continuation of the widening of the 834. “Highway 14 requires repairs due to
potholes and cracks, and the shoulders should be mowed on a timely basis,” said Spiess. She added: “Another passing lane between Sherwood Park and Ryley is urgently needed to mitigate the safety hazard generated by large hauls and an increased volume of traffic.” As for bridge replacement, the county has only been funded for one project in the past five years. And the Kinsella Lift station is “very outdated and near the end of its life cycle,” she said, adding: The county was unsuccessful in its application for grant funding and the lift station has now failed and needs emergent and costly repairs.” The project to mitigate Thomas Lake flooding and wetland restoration has stalled, she said, with no word from the ministry after receiving a previous commitment from Minister Schultz “to investigate the applicability of grant funding for wetland restoration assessment.” Spiess said the priorities have already been submitted to the province for consideration due to timeline limitations.
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Committee to review ‘next steps’ for Paragon Holden community members to be notified on time lines for demolition Patricia Harcourt The county’s Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) is considering “next steps” for the Paragon Theatre, historically known as the Beaver Regional Arts Centre. At this week’s GPC meeting, the committee - composed of the county’s five division councillors - are being asked to review the information provided by administration regarding the fate of the theatre. The report was written by infrastructure manager Dan Blackie and Aimee Boese, manager for external relations and special projects. The Paragon Theatre suffered flood damage last year that has since made it necessary to demolish the historic building in Holden. “Although this decision was complex, it took into consideration the realities of the cost to repair/restore the building and
also the impact that the removal of this building would have on the local community,” states the report. “Council was aware this building has been a feature in the local community for a significant amount of time and that local stakeholders do have an interest in seeing that arts and culture programming remains in Holden.” That has resulted in the county working with the village and local arts/culture representatives to find alternatives and grants - as well as places for functions to take place. This was helped last spring with a community meeting to gather information “on how best to support community activities, growth and aspirations within Holden.” Community groups were also asked to fill out a community facility assessment to find out if there are other needs for existing facilities that should also be addressed. “County administration will be meeting with the village in the
beginning of August to discuss next steps for strategic planning and possible grant purposes,” the report adds. Meanwhile, in preparation for the impending demolition project, current tenants of the theatre, the Beaver Hill Players, are working with the county to remove “any important items” for possible use in future theatre programming elsewhere. “After so many years creating theatre programming in the community, there are a lot of items that need to sorted and found new homes, including sound and lighting equipment that was purchased by the group,” says the report. The Players have found additional storage; and in the short-term some of the items will be going to the museum and community hall, and other items have been given to other community groups. County administration has met with engineers to go over the
parameters of the demolition, and have decided to go through the regular tendering process “given the scale of this project.” It is estimated the demolition and salvage will take about two months, or mid-fall, to complete depending on weather and other factors. Updates to council, the village and local community are to be provided, “as details are confirmed about the removal of the building and the next steps regarding arts and culture programming in Holden.” For now, county staff will be putting together an RFP for the demolition work. Once a contract is awarded, administration will work with the contractor to coordinate these ‘next steps;’ and, the communication of the demolition timeline will be posted to give the community a heads up about when it is happening.
Alberta’s 2024 harvest season is officially underway Harvest 2024 has officially begun across the province, announced the provincial government on Aug. 20, while wishing farmers “a safe, successful and productive season.” As combines start rolling across Alberta, farmers are working diligently to maximize yields and safely take off their crops, making this a busy and important time for the province’s agricultural sector. Farmers faced many challenges this year due to drought concerns, late spring rains and hot sunny days. Fortunately, Alberta farmers are resilient and early reports show that yields are in line with historical averages. Alberta producers continue to prioritize safety throughout the busy harvest season, including maintaining vigilance when operating machinery. It is also crucial for Albertans to be cautious and patient on roads and highways. Albertans will see more combines and grain trucks on the move this time of year and should give farmers extra space as they transport equipment from field to field. “Fall is one of the busiest times of year for farmers and harvest
means long days in the fields. Thank you to our province’s dedicated farmers and ranchers who work tirelessly to put food on tables here at home and around the globe,” said RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation While it is very early in the 2024 harvest season, Alberta’s crop
reports indicate that the Peace and South Regions are currently expecting above-average yields while the Northwest is on par with the five-year averages. Current data indicates the Central and Northeast Regions are expecting yields to be slightly below their five-year average. First cut dryland hay is complete
and averaged 1.5 tons per acre, above the historical averages, with the highest yields in the Northwest and Northeast Regions. About half of Alberta producers expect a second cut of hay, with 16 per cent already cut. Irrigated first cut hay in the South averaged 2.6 tons per acre and the second cut is half done.
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No nominations received for vacant Village of Holden Counillor position Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
The Village of Holden extended their nomination period by one day every weekday last week, from the original closing date of the nomination period of Monday, August 12, extended to Monday, August 19. Former councillor and Deputy Mayor Milt MacGregor retired in June this year, and the nomination period began Tuesday, June 18, however no nominations for the vacant councillor position were
Stewardship Program Continued from Cover
help build a knowledge base that can be shared with other land owners who harbour a wetlands on their property. “Sixty per cent of all remaining globally significant wetlands in the Biosphere is owned by private land owners,” Royer said. Royer said they believe the stewardship program is important for many reasons, and they are trying to do their part in protecting the environment. “The nations of the world (including Canada)– through the United Nations – have signaled the high importance of protecting and restoring wetlands and watersheds, as a cornerstone of reducing the climate impacts, through wetland protection, preservation of wildlife habitat and by promoting more biodiversity among species. “We are trying to do our bit to join the world community in protecting our environment. It
submitted. Chief Administrative Officer Rosemary Offrey has contacted Municipal Affairs to see what steps must be taken next. “We extended the nominations for six days since last Monday,” Offrey said at the Village Council meeting on Monday, August 19. “Today we sent a report to the Municipal Affairs Advisory Group, and they have said it will be a couple of weeks before we get a letter back from the minister telling us the next steps. The options are to leave Council the way it is
until the next election in October 2025, or the minister may come back and say, extend the nomination period. We've had that period open since June till August, that’s three months, and we've didn’t get anyone,” she said. “Whatever the minister comes back with us is what we have to do, unless he gives Council a choice. Then Council can make that decision themselves, but we're going to be at least two to three weeks before we get the letter,” Offrey said.
is vital that provincial and federal governments enable more action on this front and continue boosting the efforts of organizations like the Land Stewardship Centre,” said Royer. “In our work over the years, we have delivered information packages to the gates of landowners, covering 5,000 acres around where we live. “We realize how ill informed many people are about the Biosphere and about the wetlands in their backyard that play such a key role in global wellbeing,” Royer said. McWatt said all who have worked on the enhancement projects have garnered the interest of their friends and neighbours. “Everyone who has done a project has mentioned that it piqued interest and conversation among neighbours, family, and friends, so it's great to have folks embracing the role of stewardship ambassadors in such an organic way,” she said. McWatt said while the program has funding for 2024 and 2025, they
seek to keep the program running as long as they are able. “While we have committed funding for this year and 2025, we recognize the importance of supporting rural residential stewardship in the Biosphere and our aim will be to keep the program going to the best of our ability,” she said.
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Church Directory Bardo Lutheran Church Salem Mennonite Church
Worship: Sundays at 10:30 AM 49232 Rge Rd 184 Tofield, AB Pastor Calvin Andringa Sunday Worship Services: In Person – 10:00 AM Streaming – 10:00 AM Livestream available at: tofieldalliancechurch.com
We find joy and hope when we are joined to and rooted in Christ!
Pastor Mark Loewen 780-662-2365
Pr. Peter Beckman www.bardolutheranchurch.ca 780-662-2762 • 5907 - 49 Street 5609 48th St. - 780-662-3411
Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 am Sunday Worship 10:45 am
TOFIELD COMMUNITY CHURCH
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Parish
Sunday Worship Service 10:30am
Tofield United Church
www.tofieldchurch.com
4832 - 53 Ave, Tofield
4619 - 57 Ave
(780) 662-3 3166
Lead Pastor:
Jon Stewart Children/Youth Pastor:
Nathan Nichols
Sunday Worship Service @ 10 am in person or via zoom/phone
for more information call 780.662.3471 or email tofieldunited@gmail.com
Pastor: Fr. Jim Corrigan Sunday Mass @ 11 A.M. 5523 - 50 st. Tofield, Ab.
Coffee and snacks after Mass, everyone welcome! Contact Wendy @ 780-232-5300
The Tofield Mercury, Wednesday, August 21, 2024 - Page 15
Kite flying and freezies in Tofield Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
Battle River School Division Mental Health Capacity Building (BRSD MHCB) hosted a 'Kites and Frozen Delights' afternoon at the C.W. Sears School playground on Thursday, August 15. Mothers and their children came to the park to play, fly kites, and enjoy freezies. MHCB Wellness Coach Kim Kienitz said it wasn’t quite windy enough to fly the kites for long. “The kites were provided and everyone could take theirs home,
but there was just not quite enough wind. There were little breezes, but it was a bit hard to keep the kites up,” she said. MHCB has held several events in Tofield this summer, including a pet parade and a weekly teen connect drop-in program at the Tofield Municipal Library. “It's about just being out and connecting with the kids in the community, the families in the community, and having a presence. It’s all about connection for us,” Kienitz said. KIM KIENITZ PHOTO.
BRSD Mental Health Capacity Building hosted a 'Kites and Frozen Delights' afternoon at the C.W. Sears School playground on Thursday, August 15. Moms and their kids came to the park to play, fly kites, and enjoy freezies.
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Holden village-wide garage sale makes for a busy weekend KARI JANZEN PHOTO\
Holden held a weekend village-wide garage sale on August 17 and 18. Seven stops were on the map, and some residents said they were busy, seeing over 40 vehicles visit on Saturday, but another said only eight came to their residence.
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FULL TIME Parts Person wanted. Position available immediately. Previous parts or mechanical knowledge preferable, but will also train. Contact Tom or Darryl 780-662-3212 or 780-914-8576
On behalf of the Tofield Agricultural Society, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone that supported the 2024 Tofield Western Days event! We extend our sincere thanks to: Our sponsors: your generous financial and in-kind contributions make this event possible! The volunteers: this event could not happen without you giving your time! Those who attended: your support of this event is truly appreciated!