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‘Light up the night’ fun in Forestburg
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Friday night was ‘Light up the Night” in Forestburg, where Christmas fun was happening all through Main Street, from hot dogs and hot chocolate from the Fire Station to train rides from the station. The Forestburg Library was offering a free craft, painting your own ornament, and these two budding artists had lots of fun with it! See more photos Page 9
Canada Post presents CUPW with framework for deal over weekend as Canadian businesses deal with nearly a billion in losses - no end in sight for postal strike Leslie Cholowsky Editor
As the national postal strike starts its third week, the Federal Labour Minister temporarily suspended mediation between CUPW and Canada Post on Wednesday, Nov. 27, saying that, “This will hopefully permit the parties to reassess their positions and return to the bargaining table with renewed resolve.” He asked both parties to meet at his office that day, where he said, “They will be told that, as in all disputes, they alone are responsible for the consequences of this conflict, and for its resolution.” Then on Sunday, he said he once again,
“Reminded both parties that it is their duty and responsibility to resolve differences in a dispute that is impacting so many Canadians,” also saying mediation would only resume “once the special mediator has clear evidence that both parties have sufficiently modified their respective positions. “Unfortunately,” he adds, ‘there has been no such evidence to date.” On Thursday, Canada Post confirmed “due to CUPW's ongoing national labour disruption and the significant impact on the company, we have made adjustments to our operations.” CUPW negotiator Jim Gallant told CBC news that layoffs “towards the hundreds” had been made, to
both full-time and part-time workers. The ments.“ On Sunday, CUPW officials said its neunion called it an intimidation tactic and accused Canada Post of using unfair gotiators are “working to review” labour practices. The company told Fi- Canada Post’s proposed framework. Canadians continue to feel the impact nancial Post that the layoffs were tempoof the strike. The Canadian Federation of rary. Canada Post says it presented CUPW Independent Business (CFIB) has estiwith “a comprehensive framework” over mated that the strike “has cost [Canada’s] small- and medium-sized business sector the weekend. The company says the framework in- at least $765 million and could quickly cludes proposal to “bring greater flexibil- surpass $1 billion. The CFIB also says that per cent of small business ity to the Corporation’s delivery model, We will69reopen Tuesday, Aug.owners 6 at supwhile also demonstrating movement on port the use of back-to-work legislation. 9 a.m.Asand our next edition of midday Tuesday, Dec. 3 there has other key issues. “It is our hope that these will still published been no responseWedneday. from CUPW orAug. news7on proposals will reignite discussions and, be whenwill thebe two sides will return together with the support of mediators, Ad deadlines noon Tuesday, Aug. to 6 the help the parties work toward final agree- negotiating table.
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Two snowmobiles and trailer stolen
Killam RCMP Detachment Report for the period of Friday, Nov. 22 to Thursday, Nov. 28
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Friday, Nov. 22 A truck was reported stolen out of the Provost area but was reported in Hardisty. A Killam Member located the truck and Subject in Lougheed. Subject was arrested and released with an Appearance Notice. A suspicious vehicle was reported parked at the end of a dead-end road in Alliance. Plate not obtained. Patrols made. Vehicle not located. Saturday, Nov. 23 Members responded to a call of shots fired at a shop on private property. The Complainant reported hearing shots and there were bullet holes in through the shop. File is still under investigation. A paintball gun was reported shot near a residence in Forestburg. Tire tracks and footprints lost to weather. No witnesses or suspects. A truck was reported in the ditch spinning tires near Lougheed. Complainant suspected they might be intoxicated. Member attended. Vehicle not located. Sunday, Nov. 24 Two snowmobiles and a utility trailer were reported stolen from Sedgewick. No witnesses or suspects. Monday, Nov. 25 Yelling, screaming, banging, and loud music was reported in Killam. Member attended. Subject was intoxicated and was going to sleep. Nothing criminal happening. A break and enter was reported at an unoccupied lease site. Two 800 HP motors were dismantled for the wire. Dispatch reported receiving five 911 hang-ups from a cell phone number. Nothing was heard or said. GPS location of cell phone was outside of Hardisty. Patrols made. No one seen on the highway in distress. Unable to locate originating caller due to 911 prefix. Tuesday, Nov. 26
A suspicious male was reported a Subject walking on Hwy. 13. Subject was wearing all black and had a backpack. Member attended. Subject located and was just out walking. Nothing criminal. Wednesday, Nov. 27 A break and enter was reported at an unoccupied lease site. Another 800 HP motor was dismantled for the wire. Surveillance available. File still under investigation. An attempted fraud was reported. Subjects had hacked the Complainant’s computer and were sending threats to divulge information if the Complainant didn’t send money. Member discussed safety planning with the Complainant. A break and enter was reported at a business in Daysland. Door damaged and miscellaneous items stolen. File still under investigation. Thursday, Nov. 28 A theft of fuel was reported in Daysland. Complainant’s fuel tank was drilled out and approximately $50 - $60 of fuel stolen. No witnesses or suspects. A suspicious black truck was reported at an unoccupied lease site. Licence plate not visible. No witnesses or suspects. Also reported and attended to by Killam RCMP were: 1 - 911 Act 2 - Assistance to Canadian Police (non-RCMP) Agency 1 – Criminal Harassment
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Beaver dams blasted FLAGSTAFF COUNTY PHOTO
Flagstaff County’s Ag Services department was out last Thursday, Nov. 28, blasting some beaver dams near Hardisty. No beavers are harmed in these operations, and they are destroyed to prevent flooding and protect infrastructure.
Semple brings nostalgic taste of Gordon Lightfoot’s music
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Fans of Gordon Lightfoot, and anyone who enjoys great music performed well enjoyed Jack Semple’s ‘Taste of Lightfoot,’ tribute to the late Gordon Lightfoot last Thursday, Nov. 28, at the Palace Theatre in Daysland. The second act of this year’s DaysArts concert series wowed the audience, with lots of positive reviews.
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Food Bank year-end brings sobering news Leslie Cholowsky Editor
As the Flagstaff Food Bank’s year ended on Nov. 30, usage stats for the period from Dec. 1, 2023, to Nov. 30 are sobering. It was a year of firsts for the Food Bank, as August 2024 saw 79 hampers go out, the highest number in a single month on record, serving 136 adults and 76 children. There were four months where hampers given out were 70 or more. Overall, 1,967 people were served by the Flagstaff Food Bank this year, which is up by more than 100 people from the previous year. Total hampers this year were 775, compared to 715 over the same time period the previous year. This past year 80 new clients were served by the Flagstaff Food Bank, with 694 returning clients. While the 2023-24 numbers are higher, they did-
n’t take a jump like the previous year, where clients served went from 1,459 to 1,835. FFCS administers the Flagstaff Food Bank, and Executive Director Lynne Jenkinson says, “If we are a small food bank are serving these numbers, it would be interesting to see the numbers from places such as Viking, Tofield, and Camrose.” The food bank will get a boost this month through the Wild Rose Co-op’s Good Buy to Hunger program, which runs Dec. 1 to 24. Preprepared bags of items are available for shoppers to add to their own groceries, then conveniently drop in the Food Bank bins. Additionally, the Wild Rose Co-op matches up to $15,000 to donate back to the Flagstaff Food Bank and Camrose Neighbour Aid. The Heisler Christmas market collected 74 pounds of food and $60 for the Food Bank over the weekend.
The food bank also published a list of needs eff. Nov. 27. These include: Jello pudding or jello mix, boxed potatoes, Sidekicks, mustard and relish, bar soap, rice, jame, ketchup, cold cereal, Kraft dinner, bown beans in tomato sauce, soup crackers, mushroom soup, tomato soup, pasta sauce from a jar or can, spaghetti and macaroni, alphaghetti, canned tomatoes, chunky soup, cake mixes and icing, canned fruit, coffee, tea, hamburger helper, cookies, canned vegetables, Ichiban, granola bars, canned tuna or salmon, ranch dressing, kidney beans, one-litre juice or juice boxes, tomato sauce/paste, mayonnaise, honey, school snacks, taco kits, salsa, pancake mix/syrup, frozen turkeys, frozen chickens, frozen ham, toothbrushes, cat and dog food, tampons/pads, peanut butter, frozen vegetables, frozen hashbrowns, and Stovetop stuffing.
No shortage of spirit in Daysland Celeste Ewan Daysland & Area E. daysland.ab.news@gmail.com
What a busy weekend this last weekend was, and it sure was noticeable on the highways and in our small communities. The Forestburg Community Hall sure was full with over 30 vendors along with face painting and lunch as well. Sunday proved to be fun for all in Heisler as
they also held their Christmas Market along with their other holiday fun such as horse drawn wagon rides and photos with Santa. Daysland’s Arena was also keeping the parking lot and arena full all weekend with yet another weekend with public skating on the Friday and a full day of hockey on Saturday and Sunday. Daysland’s Christmas events are posted for the month of December and it doesn't look like it will Continued on Page
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Winning weekend for Sedgewick Sabres against Irma Aces Leslie Cholowsky
second, from Bish and Alex Badry, to make it 62, also on the power play. The Eagles scored one last goal, again on a power play, in the last minute of the period, to make it 7-2. One final goal for Oyen in the third took it to an 82 final. Meanwhile the Stettler Imperials travelled to Hughenden to take on the Jets. The Jets got the first goal, with Nick Laporte scoring from Brady Johnson and Logan Morrison. Stettler answered right away to tie things up, and then took the lead on a powerplay goal later in the period to go up 2-1. In the second, the Imperials scored two more before Hughenden’s
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Weekend play in the East Central Senior Hockey League saw Provost down Wainwright on Friday in a 9-5 game in Wainwright. On Saturday, Nov. 30, the Forestburg Flyers travelled to Oyen to take on the Eagles. Braydan Davis got on the scoreboard first, from Ben Roth and Drew Bish, to take an early lead for the Flyers. The Eagles tied things up mid-period then scored with 38 seconds left to take a 201 lead. Oyen opened things up in the second period, with four powerplay goals in a row before Ben Roth scored the Flyers
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form just because of the venue and the way the music would sound in it. On that note our lovely theatre will not be showing movies for the month of December but will reopen in January. The Daysland Curling group will also be having a mixed curling spiel mid January so reach out to them if you're interested. The Daysland Golf Course has put out an update (and huge thank you) with their numbers regarding their goal for the $450k irrigation project... drumroll please…. A whopping $134,500 has been raised thus far! That's incredible! ‘Till next week.
Continued from Page 6 disappoint. There is no shortage of Christmas spirit this month in town with the multiple Christmas crafts at the library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays as well as Christmas games taking place this Friday there as well! Daysland’s own Radiant Harmony will have their annual Christmas Concert this month and will bring the sound of Christmas throughout our theatre and hearts. Brett Kissel once said that Daysland’s Palace Theatre was one of his favourite places to per-
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Kyle Sanders to take a 10 lead. Then Zemanek scored, from Ortman and Trevor Bromby late in the period to make it 2-0 heading into the second. Sanders scored early in the second to go up 3-0 before Irma’s Paden Jonescu scored on a powerplay to make it 3-1, assisted by Zach Mackay and Taylor Schubada. A second power play goal 20 seconds later from Irma’s Schubada, from Tell Prior and Mackay, closed the gap to 3-2. Bradley Russnak tied things up for the Aces, scoring from Mason Holt and Hayden Brandt to make it 3-3 midway through the second. Clay Lang pulled the Sabres ahead, from Zemanek and Keaton Holinaty on a powerplay to
make it 4-3, then Gage Nelson widened Sedgewick’s lead to 5-3 on a goal from Landon Eskra and Curtis McKinlay. A single powerplay goal in the third period from Ortman, assisted by Dean Brodie and Lang, made it a 6-3 final for the Sabres. Travis Child got the win in goal for the Sabres; shots were 65-30 for Sedgewick. Austin Prior took the loss in goal for the Aces. After the weekend’s games, Oyen sits atop the league with 12 points and a 6-0-0 record, with Sedgewick close behind at 10 points and a 5-1-0. Provost squeaked out third place with nine points and a 4-1-1 record, with the Jets at eight points and 4-3-0.
Irma and Stettler sit tied for fifth, with six points each but with the Aces having a game in hand at 2-1-2 compared to Stettlers 3-3-0 record. Wainwright and Delburne sit tied for seventh place at four points apiece, both at 2-3-0. Forestburg has two points at 1-5-0, and the Royals sit at 0-4-1 for the season so far. This coming weekend will see the Jets travel to Wainwright on Friday. On Saturday night, Sedgewick will host the Provost Combines at 8:30 in Sedgewick, and Forestburg will host the Irma Aces at 7:30 in Forestburg. A rare Wednesday game, on Dec. 11, will see Irma and Sedgewick in a rematch, this time in Sedgewick, with an 8:30 start.
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Brennan Anholt scored, from Laporte, to make it 4-2. Another from Stettler made if 5-2, then Matthew Swanson tucked one away for the Jets, from Laporte and Anholt, to make it 5-3. A late power play goal by Stettler took the score to 6-3 heading into the final period of play. Cameron Dion tried to close the gap, with a powerplay goal midway through the third, from Braden Crone, to make it 6-4. Stettler dominated the third period scoring with five more goals, making it an 11-4 final. The Sedgewick Sabres headed up to Irma on Saturday, to take on the Aces. Carter Ortman scored first for Sedgewick, from Dalton Zemanek and
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Agricultural Recycling
For years, farmers faced a tough question: how to handle agricultural plastic waste. Often, the solution was to bury it, burn it with other farm waste, or stash it away in a shed. But with growing awareness around environmental stewardship, recycling initiatives have become a key priority. Thanks to Cleanfarms’ Bring’em All Back program that was launched in 2022, farmers have a streamlined way to recycle their agricultural plastics efficiently and responsibly. We are now closing on the Bring’em All Back pilot project with Flagstaff transitioning to retail jug collection in 2023 and all municipalities to be completed by December 31, 2024. Cleanfarms, a national non-profit organization, is dedicated to helping Canadian farmers manage their plastic waste sustainably. Their work is tailored to each province, meeting
unique recycling needs and addressing logistical challenges across Canada. Partnering with local governments, agricultural groups, and producers, Cleanfarms offers collection and recycling solutions at little to no cost, and for some producers they have turned it into profit. By participating in this program, you’re actively reducing environmental impact, conserving natural resources, and supporting the production of recycled plastic goods. Shifting away from traditional disposal methods like burning and burying waste cuts down greenhouse gas emissions and keeps our landscapes free of litter. Producers are a major component to the recycling process and when waste materials are handled appropriately, there is circulation that benefits all. Products can be refilled or re-manufactured like in Nobleford, Alberta. The southern Alberta town is home to Full Circle Plastics, that recycles agricultural plastics by converting them into building materials such as synthetic deck boards, planters, or parking curbs. PolyAg Recycling LTD, a leading Canadian mechanical recycler of agricultural film is in Bashaw, Alberta. Most grain bags in central Alberta are recycled here even if producers bring them to their local land-
fill. Cleanfarms accepts a range of agricultural plastics, but it’s essential that the materials be as clean as possible to prevent contamination during the recycling process. To keep it simple, here’s how and where you can recycle agricultural plastics in Flagstaff: Grain Bags: Completely empty, remove debris, mechanically roll or bale, and return to Flagstaff Waste. Twine: Remove debris, bag, and return to local 4-H club or Flagstaff Waste. Silage Wrap and Bale Wrap: Remove debris, compact material, and return to Flagstaff Waste. Containers up to 23L: Triple rinse, remove cap and label, bag in new Cleanfarms bags provided by retailers, return to ag retailer. Totes and Drums: Thoroughly rinse, rinse, return to ag retailer. Seed, Pesticide and Inoculant Bags: Completely empty, remove debris, bag in new Cleanfarms bags provided by retailers, return to ag retailer. Join Flagstaff in this sustainable step forward by bringing your used plastics to participating collection sites. Your involvement helps reduce your carbon footprint, keeps our farmlands clean, and supports a growing recycling industry that’s making tangible products from recycled agricultural plastics. With local support, this initiative will continue to enhance sustainable waste management in our community.
Sedgewick couple celebrates gold medal win with son at World Grand Masters Ultimate Championship Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Brian and Hennie Bernhard of Sedgewick recently travelled to Irvine, California to watch their son Sean compete in the World Grand Masters Ultimate Championship held by the World Flying Disc Federation. It’s a sport that’s taken Sean around the world, but this particular competition was very special to him. Bernard says the application process for the Canadian team started the summer of 2023, where around 200 people applied to be invited to tryouts, including him. From those, around 70 were selected to go to tryout camps, where 35 went to Vancouver and 35 tried out in Toronto. Bernard was one of those who went to
Vancouver, that was November 2023. The 70 were whittled down to 35, and those players were invited to a camp/tournament in Las Vegas in April 2024. “After the Vegas camp they selected the final roster of 26, which I was part of!!” Bernard says the next month there was another training camp/tournament, this time in Montreal, then a final camp and tournament in Toronto in September. “There was a lot of travel involved for me.” Finally the tournament date arrived this November in Irvine, from the 10th to the 15th, where teams from all around the world gathered to compete in this increasingly popular sport. Bernard was selected as the Team Canada flag bearer for the opening cer-
Brian and Hennie Bernard from Sedgewick with son Sean in Irvine where Team Canada and Sean won the World Grand Masters Ultimate Frisbee Championship in November.
emonies. In competition, Team Canada played nine games, winning all of them. “We played against Australia, Germany, Venezuela, Japan, and the USA.” Bernard adds, “The tournament was amazing. Most days we would play one or two games a day. It was really amazing to play against teams from so far away. “I definitely enjoyed playing Japan the most as they have a unique play style that is vastly different from how we play in North America.” Bernard says one of the best things about this tournament was having his family attend, including his wife Maizie, his children Eli and Heidi, and his parents Brian and Hennie. Team Canada beat the US team in the final, 15-8, and Bernard says, “This was a pretty big deal, as the US usually wins all the major ultimate tournaments. “This was far and away the biggest and most prestigious tournament I have ever been to. “I've been dreaming of representing Team Canada in Ultimate for as long as I've been playing (22 years) and this was the top of the mountain for me. “I had tried out in 2019 but was selected as an alternate (not a full roster player), but that tournament was canceled because of Covid.” Bernard lives in Prince George, where he both coaches and plays Ultimate, but
Sean Berhard shows off his gold medal and disc from the World Grand Masters Ultimate Championship win in California with Team Canada. has played on club teams in Calgary and Edmonton, where his team won a spot in the Canadian Nationals in 2012, two world club tournaments, earning a silver medal in Italy in 2014 and silver again in 2014, this time in Ireland. “This world championship is definitely my favourite playing experience and something I will never forget. “And, as an awesome capper to the tournament, we celebrated the win by going to Disneyland!”
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Light up the Night in Forestburg a prelude to Christmas
The Forestburg Fire Hall was hopping as smiling volunteers served hot dogs and warm drinks to all.
After the trees at the end of Main Street were lit, Golden Prairie 4-H members put on a fire poi demonstration with live fire!
There were sleigh rides and a big bonfire at the end of Main Street, and we even caught up with Santa, taking a breather at the Fire Station. Coutts Home Hardware was open late with a lineup of people, and a whole new Christmas room of wonder!
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OBITUARIES Jeanne Rachelle Basterash
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanne Rachelle Basterash on November 18, 2024, at the age of 93 years. Jeanne was born on November 9, 1931, in St. Paul, Alberta, and was one of 13 children. She and her husband Laurent raised seven
children: Gerald (Lenora), Jacques (Jill), Denis (Valerie), Ginette (Kim), Garret, Elaine (Jeffrey), Daniel (Terri). Jeanne was blessed with 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and two more greatgrandchildren that will be arriving soon. She will also be lovingly remembered by her sister Agathe Joly, her brother Fr. Maurice Joly, her sisters-in-law Denise, Rosalie, and Louise and many nieces and nephews. Jeanne was predeceased by her parents, her husband Laurent, her granddaughter Jen-
nifer and 10 siblings. A funeral mass was celebrated on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Killam, Alberta. Memorial donations in memory of Jeanne may be made to Killam Cemetery, Killam Long Term Care or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Fee & Sons Funeral Home and Crematorium Killam Helping families and their Communities for over 100 years feeandsonsfuneralhome.com
FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Tenders for the purchase of land in Camrose County as described below are invited. Land will be sold subject to all existing reservations and exceptions stated on title, with the exception of Mortgage #062 167 155 and caveat #072 080 147, which will be discharged. LINC: 0011 762 663 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 20 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 14 QUARTER SOUTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS There are approximately 80 cultivated acres and approximately 80 acres pasture and bush. The yard site has power and natural gas. All buildings are deteriorated and of nil or minimal value. There is also an older 38 ft high grain silo tower and one grain bin. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “DONNA SMITH Tender”, to Scott Farnham at Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 5016 - 52nd Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1V7, on or before 12:00 noon, DECEMBER 18, 2024, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a certified cheque or bank draft payable to Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in trust for 5% of the tender price. No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted. Tenders will not be opened in public. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by regular mail. The successful tenderer will be obligated to complete the purchase on or before FEBRUARY 5, 2025. The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. Taxes will be adjusted on closing date. Any surface lease payments received by the Vendor before closing will not be adjusted. Surface Lease rental has been $2250 yearly. If the successful tenderer fails to complete the transaction by the closing date, the deposit will be forfeited. Vendor makes no warranties or representations about the property’s size, condition or environmental state. The purchase and sale shall proceed utilizing title insurance including “GAP” coverage. The cost of title insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP. For further information about the property, please contact Wayne Olson at 403-861-7295. For further information about the tender process, please call Scott Farnham at 780-679-0444. This Tender may also be viewed on the Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP website:
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Sedgewick Curling Club presents
Sedgewick Farmers Bonspiel Dec 10th to 13th Late Afternoon/ Evening draws with meals provided Men’s/Ladies/Mixed all welcome!
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Town of Killam Notice of Public Hearing The Town of Killam Development Authority has two (2) Bylaw Amendments under review. Bylaw Amendments Bylaw 890 – Land Use Bylaw Amending Bylaw Bylaw 891– Municipal Development Plan Amending Bylaw The Bylaw Amendments noted above are subject to the approval of Town Council and will be the subject of a public hearing December 18, 2024, at 6:30 pm during the Special Council Meeting at the Town of Killam Office, Council Chambers. Copies of the proposed bylaws may be viewed at the Town offices or on the Town’s official website. Anyone who wishes to provide written submissions or make a presentation in person to Council on these bylaws should take note of the following deadlines and requirements: • One public hearing will be conducted for both bylaws. • Written submissions should be provided to the Town Office by email at cao.town.killam.ab.ca no later than 12 noon on December 13, 2024. Council may refuse to consider late written submissions. • Any person wishing to speak at the public hearing in person must register either in advance (by December 13, 2024) by contacting Kim Borgel, CAO by phone at 780-385-3977 or email at cao@town.killam.ab.ca or at the public hearing. • Each person may only speak once and will be limited to ten (10) minutes. • A delegation of more than one member shall be considered to be one person, and only a spokesperson shall be entitled to speak once only for a limit of ten (10) minutes regardless of the number of members of the delegation present. • You may display visual materials during your presentation if those materials are provided as a written submission in accordance with the guidelines in this advertisement. • The names of presenters and the written submissions received become part of the public record. Other personal information is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have questions about the public hearing process (including viewing the proposed bylaws, making submissions, and presenting to Council), please contact Kim Borgel, CAO at 780-385-3977 or by email at cao@town.killam.ab.ca If you have questions about the 2 amending bylaws, please contact Lorraine Belanger, Development Officer, Town of Killam either at 403-526-3434 or l.belanger@schefferandrew.com.
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AUC approves application for solar project in Lougheed Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) issued its final approval of the Peter Lougheed Solar Project to PACE Canada LP, on Nov. 15. In the final decision summary, AUC approved an application from PACE to construct and operate a 14.8 megawatt (MW) power plant. The plant is designated as the ‘Peter Lougheed Solar Project,’ and is located on land owned by the Village of Lougheed, and located within its municipal boundary. The AUC found that approval of the project is in the public interest, also naming four reasons why this is so. The first is that the project will generate emissions-free electricity and contribute to the diversification of Alberta’s energy resources. It is located within an urban area, and received a waiver letter from the Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, that it doesn’t require a renewable referral report. An-
other reason is that the project will be co-located with agricultural activities, including crop rotations and grazing, and finally, that the AUC accepts that Pace’s approach to reclamation is sufficient for the time being. “ The Commission expects PACE to fully reclaim the project and bear the costs of doing so.” The report says that the project will include approximately 32m472 photovoltaic mono-silicon solar panels and four 4,000kw inverters, to be sited on cultivated land in Flagstaff County, E3343-11-W4. The project will connect to the FortisAlberta Inc. electric distribution system. AUC says the applica-
tion indicated a construction start date of April 1, with an in-service date of March 1, 2026. The AUC imposed conditions to reduce glare effects, where the project solar panels shall be configured to use a resting angle greater than or equal to three degrees during backtracking. The company must also file an annual report with the AUC detailing any complaints or concerns it receives regarding solar glare during the first three years of operation. The AUC further imposed a condition of using solar panels with anti-reflective coating. Further conditions were that the company must provide the total generating capability of
Forestburgg Seed Cleaningg Plant
Annual General Meeting Tues., December 17 at 7 pm at Forestburg Seed Cleaning Plant
the project, with a revised site layout with a 30metre setback for Class III+ wetlands and a 15metre setback for cultivated habitats; must file an updated agrivoltaics plan reflecting the final project layout; must file an annual agricultural report that documents that production realized from the agrivoltaics program, for the first six years of the agrivoltaics program; and finally, once the com-
pany finalizes equipment selection and project layout, it must file a final project update with the AUC to confirm that it remains within the final project update allowances for solar power plants. Generally, an approval granted by AUC prevails over any statutory plan, land use bylaw, subdivision decision or development decision, subdivision and develop-
ment appeal board, or the Municipal Government Board or any other authorization under Part 17 of the MGA. With regards to the Killam ‘Old Bear Solar’ application, the AUC issued a letter to PACE Canada Development LP on Nov. 19 indicating that the application for a solar project there is complete, and that a decision would be issued by Feb. 20 or before.
Shareholders are invited to
Strome Seed Plant’s Annual General Meeting at the Seed Plant Board Room
Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 11 am Please RSVP by Dec 13, call 780-376-3573
In December we begin the season of Advent. A wonderful time to reflect on gratitude. The Killam & District Health Care Foundation is a registered charity, responsible for raising funds to strengthen (enhance) health care in our community. November was a busy time for the board members with the online auction along with our Ham & Turkey Bingo. We are grateful for all the ways you support these fundraising projects. To Shelly & Susan for your expertise and facilitation of the online auction and to those who donated, purchased, or engaged in getting the prices up - Thank you! The Ham & Turkey bingo was a success with several lucky winners. The Wild Rose Co-op contributed to the purchase of turkeys through the Killam Food Store. “Keeping it Local” We are grateful to the 4-H and all the proxy players who donated their time. The Killam Hall Board, which allowed us to use their bingo machine along with Mike the bingo caller - those who bought proxy or came out on a snowy evening to play - Thank you! Your generous support will help to develop the unused space at the Campus of Caring into an inviting, usable area for residents, families, friends & staff. Throughout the year we also received donations from individuals, businesses, and community partners which we are extremely grateful for - Thank you! To our healthcare workers and those who will be delivering care over the holidays - Thank you! The team of the Killam & District Health Care Foundation wishes you and your loved ones a happy holiday season and a New Year filled with peace, happiness, and above all - good health. Sincerely yours in Christ, Many Blessings, with Warmest Regards, Sharon Moser, Terri Rombough, Sharleen Chevraux, Norma Jean Bieleny, Mable Thompson and Heather Chevraux.
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BRK U18F team wins gold in Irma tournament
The Battle River Knights U18F team continued their undefeated 2024-2025 campaign with an impressive tournament win in Irma over the weekend. In the tournament BRK overcame rough play resulting in three injuries, performed an impressive third period comeback versus Edmontons “A” squad, and decisively beat Irma 9-2 on their home ice to win the gold. BRK improved to 12-0-1 overall on the season and continues their quest to compete for the championship at the “A” provincials this spring. Front row, from left: Keely Sorken, Maddie Eckstrand, Paige Zimmer, Emma Tuftin, Bria Sayer, Kherington Paterson. Back row: Charles Bullee, Graham Galletly, Surai Thomson, Caylin Brumwell, Emma Galletly, Brooke Allard, Mercedeze Wildman, Evan Wallace, Brooklyn Blatz, Avery Dolany, Kora Lefsrud, Erika Zimmer, Rochelle Hendricks.
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TENDER FOR SALE OF USED GRADERS Flagstaff County invites bids for the sale of the following two used graders. When bidding, please bid on each grader separately. Grouped bids will not be accepted. 2020 872GP John Deere Grader – Ser. # IDW872GPLLF703076. Grader comes with 16’ moldboard, 17.5R25 Snowplus tires, blade lift accumulators and a BESL 12’ mastless snow wing with hydraulic push pole. Current hours: 7,380. Estimated hours as of February 10th, 2025: 7,500. The front Lift group and Hydraulic angle dozer are not included in the sale of this grader. Guaranteed trade-in: $206,700.00. 2020 872GP John Deere Grader – Ser. # IDW872GPHKF703031. Grader comes with 16’ moldboard, 17.5R25 Snowplus tires, blade lift accumulators and a 12’ mastless snow wing with hydraulic push pole. Current hours: 7,030. Estimated hours as of February 10th, 2025: 7,400. The front lift group and hydraulic angle dozer are not included in the sale of this grader. Guaranteed trade-in: $206,700.00. These graders can be viewed on our website at www.flagstaff.ca or call Kevin Kinzer to make arrangements for viewing. These graders will be sold on an “as is” basis. Hours of operation may vary slightly at time of sale. Please note that Flagstaff County will be closed from December 24th, 2024 to January 1st, 2025. There will be no viewing during this time. Bids must be submitted on a tender form. Download a tender form from our website at www.flagstaff.ca or contact our Administration Office at 780384-4123 to receive a tender form. All bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope marked “USED GRADERS” to the Flagstaff County Administration Office, 12435 Twp Rd 442, Sedgewick, Alberta. Closing date for bidding on graders is Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00:00 a.m. MST. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Graders will be available for purchase/pick-up during the week of February 10th, 2025. For further information, please contact: Kevin Kinzer, Shop Supervisor, at 780-384-4106.
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Flagstaff Waste budget approved by County Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Flagstaff County Council approved Flagstaff Regional Solid Waste Management’s 2025 budget, which included a total municipal requisition to the county of $468,450.39. Flagstaff Regional Solid Waste Management is operated as a society which is owned and governed by 10 municipalities, including Flagstaff County, Daysland, Killam, Sedgewick, Lougheed, Hardisty, Alliance, Forestburg, Heisler, and Rosalind. Each municipality has one vote and each has an elected official who sits on the board. When established 44 years ago, the society provided services on a cost-recovery basis. Continued on Page 22
Recycling programs, like electronic recycling, shown above with Flagstaff Waste employee Ian Strachan, help extend the life of the landfill. Metal recycling, too, makes a significant impact on the landfill’s life expectancy.
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Paint night held for ladies at Alliance Valley Inn Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
The lounge at the Valley Inn was taken over by 13 ladies who wanted to paint. Michelle Heibert of Forestburg was the instructor who took us through a step-by-step method of painting a gnome in a Christmas hat. Every gnome looked different of course. It was a fun evening. This was the fourth Paint Night
that the Alliance Library has sponsored as a fundraiser. There will be more. Roger Spady led the service at church this first Sunday in Advent. Kevin Davidson did a reading about the Advent wreath. There were 18 of us there to share in the music, fellowship, and message of hope. The second Sunday of Advent is for Peace. Rev. Barbara Zimmerman will preside over communion as well as do the service, There will be a Christmas Eve service at 7 on Dec. 24. No service will
be held Dec. 29. A mitten tree is in the entrance. It is a decorated Christmas tree that is used to put donations of mittens, gloves, toques, scarves, or socks on to donate to those in Flagstaff County who are in need of them. The ECA Choir will be doing the Christmas Cantata at 2:30 on December 15 at the United Church in Alliance. All are welcome. If you are inspired to sing, a group is planning on caroling in town. Let me know and I will hook you up. The caroling will take place before the
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Community Concert. If you want to share your talent also let me know. I am excited with some of the entries. The train to Santa Daze is all sold out. Lots of folks looking for a hot time in the old town that night. I know that Alliance can oblige. The newly formed Friends of the Alliance Library have taken over the cookie decorating at the arena this year. The turkeys for the turkey bowl have been ordered at the Co-op. We all need to plan for the parade of lights now.
Community calendars will be here for Santa Daze. If you remember to pick yours up at the market, it will help a lot. The Legion will have their Christmas appetizers on Thursday for their Christmas party. The Senior Drop-In is planning a drop in for Boxing Day. There are getting to be quite a few regulars dropping in every Tuesday and Thursday. The power company has hung the decorations on the light poles along the main streets all over the county. Alliance sure
looks nice. All the snow has been cleared off of the sidewalks and streets thanks to our hard-working Town man. I noticed some well decorated yards around town. Curtis and Leslie Weinrauch, Hazel Horkoff, the Fiss place in particular. Get thinking about your New Year’s Eve plans. Trudy Lamoriss is planning this party as a last great harrah with music by the River Jacks, midnight lunch by Donna Chalifoux, and a good time for the whole family.
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With Christmas coming, and the postal strike well into its third week along with a massive backlog when it does end, there’s an opportunity to connect with your neighbours, customers, and friends more efficiently this year. Our annual Christmas Greetings Section will be delivered to every community in the days leading up to Christmas, as well as free online, ensuring everyone will see your message. The Christmas Greetings section reads like a giant community Christmas card. Over 150 businesses in the region participate every year with festive greetings big and small, acting as a holiday message to local residents. Mixed with local letters from Santa, lyrics to beloved Christmas songs, and heartwarming Christmas stories, it’s the perfect vehicle to reach your local customers to let them know how much you value them!
Every business that advertises with one of Caribou Publishing’s 4 Christmas Greetings sections this year (The Community Press, Tofield Mercury, Weekly Review, Lamont Leader) will be entered into a draw for a chance to win $2,000 in FREE advertising next year. Redeemable with any paper or issues of your choice. Draw will be made in January 2025.
Starting between $42 for a business card size and $650 for a full page, with dozens of options in between, this is a great opportunity to take your Christmas card budget and distribute a holiday message with your LOCAL media. Quick hit of popular ad sizes: 2 col x 2” Ad - $44 2 col x 4” Ad - $88 2 col x 5” Ad - $110 Eighth Page - $126 Quarter Page - $220 Front Page Banner (only 1 available) - $300 Half Page - $375 3/4 Page - $515 Full Page - $650
NEW THIS YEAR: Personal Greetings Only $50-80 with $10 from each ad being donated directly to Flagstaff Christmas Sharing Don’t own a business? No problem, we know individuals and families have been impacted greatly by the Canada Post strike, too. If there’s interest, we will offer personal and family greeting ads as well in our Christmas Greetings section this year. These will be similar to “Scrapbook Ads” that we sell in the regular paper. You can request a specific graphic or submit a picture along with a brief holiday greeting. Email, Call, Come in, or pre-pay using PayPal on our website (please follow up with an email confirming ad details). For every Personal Greeting sold, we will donate $10 to the ‘Fill the Tree’ campaign which benefits the Flagstaff Christmas Sharing program. Your name(s) will be added to the tree as well.
We want your child‘s Santa letters We all know Santa goes through his lists right up until Christmas Eve. Although Canada Post says it will do its best to deliver letters to the North Pole on time, just to be safe, you can send them our way as well. Our Christmas Greetings Section has published hundreds of letters to Santa over the years that are submitted to us by local school teachers. If you would like to send us your child’s letter to Santa, just email us newsroom.cp@gmail.com with the subject line “Letter to Santa.” Please double check that it does not contain last names or other sensitive details. Santa knows, but everyone else doesn’t have to. We will try our best to publish all the letters we receive, if not in the paper then online. And most importantly, we will forward them all to Santa Claus so that he sees them in time.
Alternatives are working Like millions of others, our business was affected by the Canada Post strike. The vast majority of our readers are used to picking up their paper at their local post office box. Although it took a little while and was hampered by weather, we’ve noticed a gradual uptick in the number of people going to alternate pick-up locations to grab their paper. Sales at regular stores have remained steady and increased in some markets. Additionally, we have made online editions totally free during the strikes and have noticed a large increase in readership online as a result. If for some reason this devastating strike continues into Christmas, we are confident that we can continue to deliver solid readership to those who choose to advertise in our publication.
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Flagstaff Waste Continued from Page 19 Services include operation of the landfill, overall management, and closure/post closure monitoring; urban curbside waste collection, rural residential bin services, operation of regional transfer sites, recycling services with depot collection in each municipality, and ag film/twine collection and recycling. By sharing costs and revenue, each municipality has saved significantly over the cost of operating its own landfill and collection services. Over the years, services have expanded to include revenue-producing services like disposal of asbestos and construction/demolition materials. Profits are used to offset operational costs to the member municipalities. The total municipal requisition from Flagstaff Waste was $1.3 million, down 2.99 per cent from last year. The 2025 requisition accounts for 48.99 per cent of the total projected revenue. Flagstaff Solid Waste Management approved the draft budget during its Oct. 28 meeting. The total budget projects $2.65 million revenue, up from 2024’s budget by 2.3 per cent, with a modest expectation of increase in revenue from the landfill operations, asbestos, bin services, recycling, and transfer sites, and overall reduction of municipal requisitions and cost of administration. Expenses showed the largest single increase for 2025 to human resources, at just under $110,000. Modest increases to transportation services, administration, and marketing/communications were also forecast, with reduction in expenses for the landfill, recycling (down by $70,000), transfer sites, and safety. The budget allows for $135,500 to go into the closure/post-closure fund, and $60,850 to capital expenses/reserves.
For the 2024 year, projected revenue from scales was $49,000 more than anticipated, with landfill revenue overall around $48,000 more than anticipated from landfill activities. Asbestos contracts were higher than anticipated by $30,000, but still substantially less than 2023’s actual numbers. Revenue from bin services was slightly higher than budgeted in 2024. as was recycling revenue, with cardboard and concrete revenues up. On the expense side, human resources are largely on par with projections for 2024. Transportation services actual, too, are close to the 2024 budget. Landfill expenses are up around $25,000 from estimated costs, including costs for landfill engineering, the 973 Cat, repair and maintenance, and savings on the compactor, and development. Recycling expenses are down substantially over the 2024 budget, especially for concrete grinding while recycling processing has been more expensive than anticipated. Where the overall requisition to member municipalities is lower than last year’s, individual requisitions have increased by 0.39 to 0.92 per cent, with Strome, Galahad, and Flagstaff County rural being adjusted for population numbers from a recent census, with the county’s overall requisition down by 9.68 per cent, Galahad’s up by 16.5 per cent, and Strome’s down by 11.3 per cent. Per capita rates break down into landfill costs, collection costs (urban only), transfer sites, recycling charges, and ag services (rural only.) Urban services overall saw a per capita decrease of .39 for urban transitional, 0.92 for urban regional, and 9.08 overall for rural. This year’s 2025 requisition is similar to 2022, when the total was $1.291 million. Last year’s total was $1.34 million Flagstaff Waste’s 2025 capital budget proposes a new roll off truck (deferred
from 2024), and replacement burro, as well as the purchase of the chemical shed from Flagstaff County, with a total of $575,000 expenses, funded from reserves and sale of aged assets. The 2025 capital reserve plan shows a transfer of $230,000 (unbudgeted profit) back into capital reserves after the 2024 audit is complete, as well as interest of just over $61,000. Over the past 12 years or so, the society has been funding a shortfall to its closure/post-closure fund at nearly twice the required rate. A shortfall was recognized in 2010 when management services were temporarily contracted to Flagstaff County before present manager Murray Hampshire was hired. The Province requires all landfill operators to follow closure and post-closure care guidelines, including final cover and landscaping, ongoing environmental monitoring, site inspection, and maintenance for a period of 25 years after closure. Funding for those operations is determined using a formula derived from the remaining capacity compared to a landfill’s total capacity. When the fund was determined to be insufficient to cover the necessary activities, the society and its members agreed upon an aggressive catchup plan. According to the 2025 business plan and budget, the actual amount in the closure/post-closure funds will equal
Killam & Forestburg Baptist Church Phone: Killam: 780 385-3607
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the expected liability in 2026, three years earlier than predicted, partly due to higher interest earned. Other changes affecting the closure/post-closure fund positively included the purchase of a compactor, which significantly improved compaction rates to the extent where it had an impact on the landfill’s expected lifespan. Recycling and composting programs also extend the life of the landfill by reducing the total waste. Flagstaff Waste operates a program to remove as many recyclable items from collected waste as is practical outside of voluntary recycling. The projected capacity of the landfill is expected to be reached in 2052. That’s when the closure/post-closure funding will be used. Next year Alberta’s Extended Producer Liability will come into effect, assigning recycling liability to the producer, not the consumer. This provincial program might end up being another revenue generator for the landfill. It is also expected to increase recycling rates across the board. Flagstaff Waste also expects that to reduce the cost of running its present recycling programs in all member communities. Flagstaff Waste bylaws state that at least 80 per cent of all member municipality’s councils must approve the budget for it to pass.
Daysland DAYSLAND, KILLAM Alliance Church & ROSALIND 5030 - 57 Street UNITED CHURCHES Phone: (780) 374-3777 Killam Christmas Market December 7 10am-3pm visit Killam United Bake Table!
Pastors Kirby Schmidt-Teigen and Rob Johnson
WORSHIP SERVICE Sundays @ 10:45am
SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAYS FREE Community Supper @ 9:30am. Classes for all ages! YOUTH GROUP Friday Evenings Monday, December 9 GRAVITY (Jr Youth) & KIDS CLUB 5-7pm at Killam United Check our website for fall dates. Open to Everyone. dayslandalliance.com
Pentecostal SEDGEWICK Sedgewick Killam Tabernacle & LOUGHEED 780-385-3587 Seventh-day UNITED CHURCHES Sunday 11:00 A.M. SUNDAY SERVICES 10 AM Everyone is welcome! church voicemail 780-384-3520 we-r-united@persona.ca sedgewicklougheedunited.ca
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ADVENTIST CHURCH 42031 RR 131 Pastor Teddy Joseph Phone: 587-736-0023 Sabbath School - 10 a.m. Worship Service - 11 a.m.
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Sedgewick looking to form a local business association Sandra Erickson Ph: 780-384-2030
Sedgewick email: sedgewicknews@gmail.com
I didn't think I would ever say this, but working out with Cheryl really has been life changing. It has made a huge impact on my mental health and overall well-being. I started last year and completed her six-week on-ramp program, then joined her group sessions. Cheryl is an occupational therapist and offers her classes exclusively at the Fieldhouse three days a week. It's open to all ages and all levels as classes can be customized to your level. It's a really fun and encouraging group! I cannot imagine working out without them! Team spirit! And that's just one of the many things you can do at the Lougheed Field House. The seniors faithfully meet three mornings a week to complete their exercises there as well. Or you can just bring your kids to burn some energy running on the turf! The sky's the limit! Sedgewick also has exciting news! This is for all our business owners! This is your chance to become part of the Sedgewick Business Association. A small group of likeminded Sedgewick business people have teamed up to incorporate Sedgewick Business Association. Why a business association, you ask? They feel that Sedgewick and District has so much to offer, some of which hasn't been tapped into yet. But they have big dreams and goals. Some of the ideas they've been entertaining are Street Fair, Halloween carnival, barbeque, fundraisers, Christmas light contest, chili cook-offs, most beautiful yard contest, family dances, Santa Days, Shopping Passport, just to name a few. One of their long-term dreams is to create a green space on Main Street where families and community can gather for picnics or barbeques or any event you can imagine. There really are no limits once you set your mind to it and all of these events would be free or low-cost
for families to enjoy. Business people can support them by joining the association for $100 annually. Membership will follow the calendar year. And if you are wondering what advantage it would be to you or your business, here are a few. Increased visibility for your business (your name will be included on event promotions); staying informed on local events, networking opportunities with other business people, business promotion and marketing, peer learning and collaboration, community involvement and corporate social responsibility. As a member, they would also welcome your ideas and feedback about any future events. Volunteers are always welcome to give of their time, but you are not obligated to attend meetings or functions as a member. Do you have more questions or are you ready to join? Either way, please contact Loni Bergum, Katie Freadrich, or Christie Rose. Let's do this, Sedgewick! Flagstaff Imagination Library has an exciting opportunity! If you are looking for a hard to buy for person, this might be perfect for you! Sponsor a child and foster a love of reading for young kids in Flagstaff County. You can
request a gift receipt in the name of the person you are gifting. And now listen here, if you are sponsoring a child this season, your funds will be tripled!! Isn't that
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Vialta Lodge in Viking is currently hiring for a 2nd Cook Approximately 13 shifts a month. Opportunity for more hours in other areas if interested. RCMP Security Clearance Check required upon hire. Apply with resume to: Wanda Lefsrud, Manager, Vialta Lodge vialta@telusplanet.net or call 780-336-3353
Killam ✦JEEP CHRYSLER DODGE Big Town Dealership, CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM Toll Free 1-877-385-2331 Killam, AB
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Apply by resume Attention Wes, in person at Campbell McLennan Chrysler in Killam or by fax 780-385-3803 or email wcampbell@cmchrysler.ca or Gerry Keyzer Service Manager at service@cmchrysler.ca
HELP WANTED Killam Ti Kill Tire & M Mechanical h i l TIRE TECHNICIAN We are Looking for a Tire Technician. Experience an asset but not necessary. Strong mechanical aptitude will help. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installation and repair of tires on many types of vehicles. We offer: Killam Tire & Mechanical is entering our 60th year in business and offer a professional work experience with a core group of people. • Competitive wages • Comprehensive benefit package
Please apply with a resume to killamtire@telus.net or drop off in person
4915 51 Ave. Killam 780-385-3791
Town of Daysland
WE’RE HIRING at
Employment Opportunity
The James Insurance Group
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer The Town is seeking an individual to fill the position of Assistant Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO). The ACAO reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and will be responsible to work closely with the CAO and Town Council on senior administrative management municipal duties. The ACAO will assume the role of the CAO in their absence. The Town is seeking an individual with a minimum of 5 years previous relevant municipal experience in the position of ACAO or CAO. The ACAO will be a member of the management team by providing advise, leadership and strategy to the CAO and staff regarding municipal operations.
We are a progressive, dynamic business providing general insurance and other services at 4 locations in East Central Alberta. We are accepting applications for a
Full Time General Insurance Broker starting immediately. This position includes competitive salary & benefits. The successful candidate will – U Possess strong organizational & communication skills. U >Ûi > Ü } iÃÃ Ì i>rn quickly. U >Ûi the ability to work with various computer applications. U Þ Ü À } > v>ÃÌ «>Vi`] Ìi> i Û ronment. U >Ûi the desire to deliver excellence in customer service every day.
The Town of Daysland offers a comprehensive benefits package. Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Qualified individuals are invited to submit a resume on, or before December 12, 2024 stating relevant education and experience to: Jody Quickstad, CAO cao@daysland.ca Phone 780-374-3767 Box 610 Daysland, AB T0B 1A0 We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Insurance experience is preferred, but not essential. Candidate must be eligible to be licensed by AB Insurance Council. Would you like to join our team? Please submit your resume to PO Box 100, Killam, AB T0B 2L0
marcy@tjig.ca or deliver to – S. James Agencies (Killam) Ltd., 5012 – 50 St. Killam. Sedgewick Land & Insurance Ltd., 4834 – 47 St., Sedgewick. www.tjig.ca Battle River Agencies, x££n q xä -Ì°] >rdisty | 5007 – 50 St., Lougheed
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FIREARMS WANTED FOR OUR 2024 AUCTION PROGRAM: Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Antiques, Militaria, Collections, Estates, Single Items. For Auction, or Possible Purchase: Toll-Free 1-800-694-2609, Email Us at sales@switzersauction.com or Visit Us @ www.switzersauction.com for Auction Dates & Details.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas A Christmas Pagent & Concert at the Sedgewick SDA Church December 7 at 6 p.m. Luncheon to Follow Everyone Welcome!
AUCTIONS AUCTIONS MEIER GUN AUCTION, Saturday, December 21 - 10 am, Wetaskiwin Selling over 200 Rifles, Shot Guns, Antique Firearms, Ammunition, Scopes. Consign now. Free Pick-up. Call 780-440-1860; www.meierauction.com. 49p COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS Round Hill Christmas Market. Monday, December 9th from 5-7 pm. For a free table, text or call Terry 780678-6131
LATE NIGHT SHOPPING Open til 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec 5 HALF PRICE SALE continues on Jackets, Pants, One-piece suits, Boots, Gloves, Helmets, Goggles Join us for relaxed shopping for everyone on your Christmas list See you then Cross-Country Sales & Service 11562 Twp Rd 442 4 miles East of Sedgewick Golf Course on 442.
Celebrate the New Year at the Alliance Community Hall. Dec 31 . Fun, Food and Favors for the 3whole family. $40 each, $75 couple, $100 family (one household) Music by The River Jacks, Call 780 385-1483 or 780 879 2158 for tickets.
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Important Announcement Im Heisler Elks donate to Canada Post Strike and Wild Rose Payment Options Heisler Archery Club Pleease be advis Please advised that due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, h there are currently disruptions to mail services, which may cause delays in receiving your payment reminders or processing cheques. To avoid any inconvenience, we want to provide you with alternative payment options: • Online Bank Payments: You can register with your bank to make payments online. If you encounter any issues—such as differing bank listings for our organization—please don’t hesitate to contact our administration office. We’re happy to assist you in setting up the correct payment details. • Automatic Monthly Withdrawals: Sign up for automatic withdrawals to have the full amount of your monthly statement automatically debited on the 25th of each month. This ensures timely payments with no hassle. • Cheque Payments: If you prefer to continue paying by cheque, you may drop it off at any Wild Rose Co-op location. This will ensure faster processing and avoid mail delays. • Go Paperless: Choose to have your statements emailed to you, eliminating any mail-related delays. Sign up today to receive digital copies of your statements.
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MINOR HOCKEY REPORT Big game between the pipes for Hudson Cox Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries.) Hughenden U11 Female Jets (4-20) shutout Wainwright on Friday 4-0 on the road. Jets scored three in the opening frame and an empty netter by Gracie Prokopetz gave her a hat trick. Isla Waddell also scored. Blakely Amundson and Peyton Flynn picked up assists. Paicee Jones recorded the shutout victory. Battle River U15 Female Knights (6-2-0) beat Lloydminster 2-1 on Saturday at Kitscoty Arena. Abby Galletly opened the scoring and Gracie Currier got the winner in the middle frame. Lily Nguyen and Dayna Ruz-
icka picked up assists. Grace Dolany stopped 14 shots for the win. Hughenden U11 Jets (1-6-3) won a home game on Saturday against Vermilion 5-3. Scoring for Jets were; Bon Anhorn (1g 2a), Daniel Owuh (3a), Isaac Vuylsteke (2g), Wyatt Cameron (1g 1a), Noah Nguyen (1g 1a), Jax Piller (2a), and Munroe Allard (1a). Emerson Holte got the win in goal saving 43 shots for a .935 save percentage game. Battle River U11 (1-0-1) skated to a 1-1 road tie with Sylvan Lake on Saturday. Braiden Kueber scored the lone BR goal with Garrett Ruzicka picking up an assist. Hudson Cox made 31 saves for a .969 save percentage game. Battle River U13 (1-2-0) dropped a 6-3 game on Saturday on the road against Thorsby. Luke Freadrich, Bentley Clark and Ryker Brumwell
scored for BR, with Greyson Eckstrand picking up an assist. Hughenden U13 Jets (6-5-1) beat Irma/Manville 6-3 at Hughenden on Saturday and then travelled to Mallaig on Sunday and came away with a 6-4 victory. Scoring over the weekend were; Reid Walters (4g 2a), Ryan Carson (2g 1a), Liam Flynn (2a), goalie Hudson Hunter (3a), Javier Gonzalez Hope (1g), Laine Ference (2g 1a), Reuben Congdon (1a) Jacob Redekop (1g), Dallas Holte (2g 2a), and Grady Anhorn (1a). Hudson Hunter got both wins in goal. Battle River U15 (2-0-0) beat Stettler 3-1 at Sedgewick on Saturday. Jacob Steil, Beckett Thomson and Kylan Johannesson scored for BR. Assists went to; Hudson Sparrow (2a), Alexander Morken, Karter Freadrich, and Logan Vanderkooi. Karsen Oliver got the win between
the pipes. Battle River U18 (2-1-0) downed Airdrie 5-2 on the road on Saturday led by Tanner Quinton (2g 1a) and David Ruzicka’s two goal games. Miller Quinton also scored. Assists went to; Kade Rancier, Braxten Kueber, and Brody Wallner. Tucker Jacobsen made 26 saves for the win in a .929 save percentage game. Battle River U18T3R (1-2-0) dropped a 5-3 game against New Sarepta on Friday at Sedgewick. Keaton Johnson scored twice, and Jack Foster added the other. Assists went to; Jaxon Clark (2a), Tyler Piche, Levi Robbins, Rowen Patten and Xavier Arndt. Are we missing your kid? There are so many different teams, leagues, and websites, we could use some help. Email us - newsroom.cp @gmail.com
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Unreserved Retirement Auction for BarPek Products Ltd Sale Starts December 6th & Closes December 11th, 2024 Location: 5317 Ed Stelmach Ave, Andrew, Alberta Partial Listing - Additional Photos Online Raymond 4700C60 Electric Forklift Clark Electric Forklift, Case 680 Construction King Back Hoe Gehl 5640 Turbo Skid Steer 2009 AWT 52x52 World Trade Inc Big Jim Screen Printing Press AWT 25x35 Semi-Automatic Screen Printing Press SPE 14x23 Semi-Automatic Screen Printing Press Complete Screen Stretching Equipment w/ Approx. 60 Clamps Exposing Unit for Screen Printing w/ Silk Screens 1953 Heidelberg Windmill Press 1890 Chandler & Price Windmill Press 2 - Colour Pad Printers (New/Unused) Summa Vinyal D-120 Cutter Infrared Ray Packing System w/ Shrink Tunnel Master 48" Laminator Vitran UV Dryer Conveyor Automatic Banding Machine Plus Supplies & Miscellaneous Information Regarding Viewing, Payment & Removal Dates is Available on our Website
Unreserved Real Estate Sale for Garth & Darlene Fleming Sale Starts December 6th & Closes on December 9th, 2024 Holden, Alberta Directions: From Hwy 14 Go 3 1/2 Miles South On Rg Rd 163, West 1/2 Miles to Corner of Twp Rd 490 & Rg Rd 164 Selling A Beautiful Half Section Of Mixed Farm Land Located Just South of Holden
Parcel #1 - Consisting Of the NW-33-48-16-W4M - Being 160 Acres M/L - Beautiful, Mostly Open Land Currently Having 63 Acres Cultivated, 97 Acres being Pasture Land & Few Trees with a Creek Running Through The North East Corner. Surface Lease Road & Lease Site That Currently Has A Yearly Revenue of $3600.00/Year. With Some Work There Is An Opportunity For Many Of the Pasture Acres To Become Cultivated. Parcel # 2 - Consisting Of The SW-33-48-16-W4M - Being 160 Acres M/L - Beautiful, Mostly Open land, Currently Having 50 Acres Cultivated, 110 Acres Being Pasture Land & A Few Trees, Dug Out, Also A Former Yard Site. Quarter Is Fenced & Cross Fenced, With Some Work There Is An Opportunity For Many Of The Pasture Acres to Become Cultivated. Please Contact Garth @ 780-868-4181 For More Information Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Maxwell Polaris Victor Lillo (780) 708-2000 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556 Real Estate Terms & Conditions: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Possession on or before January 15th, 2025. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED by January 15th, 2025 the Deposit will be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages. All measurements are approximate and need to be verified by the purchaser.
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Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. 1-855-783-0556 Toll Free - (403) 843-2747 Rimbey Office 780-208-2508 East Central Office Rimbey, Alberta - License No. 165690 Email: abolson@telusplanet.net - Homepage: www.allenolsonauction.com
Real Estate Auction for Ducks Unlimited Sale Starts December 6th & Closes on December 9th, 2024 - Lamont County Featuring 4 Quarters of Land for Ducks Unlimited in Lamont County
Parcel #1 - Consisting of the Parcel #2 - Consisting of the Parcel #3 - Consisting of the Parcel #4 - Consisting of the SE 36-53-18 W4M NW 7-55-17 W4M SW 25-55-18 W4M SE 35-55-18 W4M Being 160 Acres M/L Being 148.95 Acres M/L Being 160 Acres M/L Being 160 Acres M/L Pasture Land Fence with Page Wire, Currently Seeded to Alfalfa, Seeded to Alfalfa/Grass, Can be A Very Nice Open Quarter with DugSingle Strand Barb Wire New 4 Strand Barb Wire Fence Hay/Pasture Land, Old Yard Site, outs, Brand New 4 Strand Barb Wire & A Dug Out. Around the Perimeter of the Property. One Flat Bottom Grainary, Fence, Seeded to Located North of Hwy #16 on Rge Rd Beautiful Mostly Open Quarter that New 4 Strand Barb Wire. Alfalfa/Grass, Excellent Hay or 180 for 5 Kms. West Side of the Road does have a Located On the Corner of Rge Rd 181 Pasture Land. Subdivision out the NW Corner, a & Hwy 29 with 1/2 a Mile of Hwy. Located 1.7 Kms North of Hyw #29 Good Shelter Belt, Ample Wildlife, Frontage on Rge Rd 181 Real Estate Terms & Conditions: 10 % Down on Sale Day. Balance & Does Have a Few Sloughs That Possession on or before January 15th, Would Work as a Water Sources, on Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Maxwell Polaris Victor 2025. If Balance is NOT RECEIVED the SE Corner of TWP Rd 552 Lillo (780) 708-2000 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556 by January 15th, 2025 the Deposit will & Rge Rd 180 be Forfeited as Liquidation Damages. All measurements are Located 8.7 Kms North of Hwy #15, approximate and need to be verified 20 Kms North of Hwy #16, East Side by the purchaser. of the Road.
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Attached is the Ducks Unlimited No Brake No Drain Conservation Easement Agreement that was registered on title. This agreement is intended to protect the habitat on the quarter keeping it in perennial hay or pasture production. Please direct specific questions regarding the easement to Ducks Unlimited (Megan Maier 780-608-5782)
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Wheat Kings fighting for wins this season Leslie Cholowsky Editor
It was another disappointing weekend of play for the Killam Wheat Kings, who had three games last week but no wins. The Wheat Kings travelled to Vegreville on Wednesday, Nov. 27, where they put forth a great effort, outshooting the Rangers, but unfortunately not outscoring them. Vegreville took an early lead with a mid-period goal in the first, then a last-second goal for a 2-0 lead heading into period two. Case Schatschneider scored for the Wheat Kings in the second, from Carter Hogman and Carson Leroux to make it 2-1. Vegreville scored one mid period to go ahead by 3-1. Carter Hogman scored on a powerplay late in the period to come within one, from Kyler Bergseth and Jordan Gagnon, before the Rangers scored on a late powerplay to make it 4-2 heading into the final period. The Rangers scored one in the third to make it 5-2 before Hogman
scored his second of the night, from Gagnon and Chance Reum, for a 5-3 final. Kailum Grove took the loss in goal for the Wheat Kings; shots were 50-31 in Killam’s favour. On Friday, Nov. 29, the Wheaties were back at home for only the second time in November, hosting the Wainwright Bisons. The Bisons dominated the scoring, with 51 shots to Killam’s 25, earning a shutout in a 5-0 loss for the Wheat Kings. Ryan Stepanick took the loss in goal for Killam. On Sunday, Dec. 1, the Wheat Kings travelled to Lloydminster to take on the first-place Bandits. Lloydminster got on the scoreboard first, scoring two goals before Killam’s Brady Parchoma scored, from Aidan Borgel and Chase Rombough, on a powerplay for a 2-1 score heading into the second period. The Bandits scored another couple to make it 41 in the second before Killam’s Chance Reum scored on a powerplay midway through the period, from Evan Golby, to make it 4-2. Parchoma got his sec-
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ond goal of the night, unassisted, to come within one at 4-3. A late-period goal from the Bandits put the score at 5-3 heading into the final period. Lloydminster scored four goals in the third to make it 9-3, earning themselves top spot in the league with 30 points. Stepanick took the loss in goal for the Wheat Kings; shots were 44 to 23 in favour of Lloyd. Killam will be back home this Friday, Dec. 6, where they’ll again host the Bisons. On Saturday, the Wheat Kings are back on the road, this time to St. Paul to take on the Canadiens. The team dropped a lot of new fan gear this past weekend, so make sure to come cheer on the local boys this weekend in your Wheat Kings gear.
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Nominations are now being accepted for the Board of Directors of Vision Credit Union Ltd. What does a Vision Credit Union Board Director do? 1. Represent the interest and concerns of the Vision Credit Union membership 2. Participate in policy and strategic planning 3. Monitor policy adherence 4. Work in co-operation with Vision CU executive management 5. Attend Board meetings nine times per year (or additionally as required) Don’t have a business degree or work experience in the financial industry? We do not have an exact resume for the ideal Director. We aim to develop a Board that represents a wide range of skills, experience and interests. However, Board candidates must meet the following criteria: •Be bondable •Have a positive credit rating •Must be considered an active credit union member exemplified through monthly transaction account •Must not be employed by a competing financial institution •Must not be in violation of any Vision Credit Union policies or bylaws •Be a Canadian citizen or a person who has been lawfully admitted into Canada for permanent residence •Must not be a relative of a Director, or the CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of the Credit Union. An immediate relative for this purpose means a spouse (including common law spouse), child (including adopted child), parent, sibling, grandparent, or the spouse of any of the foregoing •Submit an application for nomination (supported by five members) •Provide an updated resume
The interests of the members of Vision Credit Union are overseen by the members’ elected representatives on the Board of Directors. The active participation of these Directors has been a major asset to your credit union. Nominations for a position representing the following areas with three-year terms are now being accepted. Camrose/Daysland/Killam/ Sedgewick/vNow - one position Wainwright/Irma/Hardisty/Hughenden/ Edgerton/Consort - one position Nomination forms are now available at Vision Credit Union branch offices. The deadline for nominations is January 3, 2025.
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