June 12 Lamont Leader

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“Like stars across the sky, we were born to shine” Dignitaries congratulate

Lamont High School grads of 2024

BY JOHN MATHER

It was chilly, and wet outside but inside Lamont High School June 8, it was nothing but warmth and love; and the graduating class of 2024 was honoured before dignitaries, family and friends.

In total, 42 students received their diplomas during the event.

Elk Island Schools trustee Colleen Holowaychuk was the first to address the graduates.

“Today celebrates not only the completion of your K to 12 journey, but the beginning of new adventures and opportunities.”

The graduate’s theme was “Like the stars across the sky, we were born to shine,” by the Italian tenor great Andrea Bocelli, written by him, David Foster and Foster’s daughter Amy Foster for the closing ceremonies of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin.

Holowaychuk referenced the stars by stating when they started their journeys they began by gathering light and were filled with curiosity.

She said their educational journey had begun with curiosity and the young students were filled with potential.

“With your hard work and the help of your teachers you are now shining brightly.”

“Like stars in the sky, you contribute with your brightness in your community, and the community that ultimately you will all be a part of.”

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Lamont valedictorian salutes peers in speech

BY JOHN MATHER

Ethan Svitich began his valedictorian speech by admitting he was surprised by the honour.

“It is certainly an esteemed honour but there was one problem,” he said. “I had no idea what a valedictorian was.” He said after some research with help from Google, he had learned what a good valedictorian was.

“I must be a good representative of the class and uphold academic excellence.”

He thanked his fellow students for their support over the years working with their peers, giving back to their classmates, and striving towards excellence.

“You have reached a pivotal point in your lives,” he said. “It may not seem important now but some day I hope you can look back to this moment and be proud of yourselves.”

He said one of the important lessons he had learned over the years was “you may strive for perfection but you will never reach it.”

He quoted from several of his assignments over the years which he said, upon reflection, offered incorrect conclusions.

“Sometime,” he stated. “Imperfection is the key to success.”

He then said farewell to his class mates.

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Ethan Svitich delivers his Valedictorian Speech to his fellow classmates during the Graduation ceremonies at Lamont High School on June 8.

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She said as they moved forward their lives would be filled with endless possibilities.

Some, Holowaychuk added, will continue with their education, others may enter the workforce, while others might travel the world to further open their minds and find their true calling.

“Cherish the friendships, lessons and memories you have learned here,” she concluded. “For those will guide you even when you are far apart.”

Mayor Karl Hauch of Bruderheim acknowledged those students who had come from the town.

“There are a good number of kids in this graduating class from Bruderheim and I’m honoured and humbled to bring a message to you as the town’s representative,” he said. He, too, referenced the theme of the day.

“Have faith in yourselves as you face adversity as you start out on

your next journey,” he said. “There are points where you will draw on your inner strengths. You can do this.

“Everyone will face adversity at some point in their lives and it will be a challenge as to how you will respond to this.”

He said it will be scary as they start out but they are living in a lifetime where they will see much change.

“The sky’s the limit as to what you will achieve in your life,” he said.

“You’re limited truly only by your imagination. You are the true masters of your destiny. But have fun. You earned it.”

Mayor Kirk Perrin of Lamont also offered congratulations to the graduates.

“Today marks an important step in your journey,” he said. “You have achieved your goals in high school and you are being recognized.”

He added it was important the students kept their cherished memories for a lifetime.

“Success is a measure of your commitment and perseverance,” he said. “And your being here today shows that you have both.”

At the conclusion of his speech he presented a cheque for “Academic Excellence,” on behalf of the Town of Lamont for $1,000 to Ethan Svitich.

The town has presented this award for several years.

Andrew Mayor Barry Goetz said there were more than six students from Andrew in the graduating class.

“The past few years have given you skills,” he said, “that previous graduating classes could never have imagined.”

He said they went though the challenges of Covid that had forced them to be flexible in overcoming previously unknown challenges.

“Looking back on your life, this has been an amazing accomplishment,” he said. “Know that you are strong and resilient. Keep learning and shining brightly. Know that you are that shining star.”

“And never let the world dictate who you are and what you are worth” - Valedictorian

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“You have made this place worth coming back to every day.”

He enjoyed the lessons, the good times and bad, he said.

“I will never be ashamed to say I was part of this class at Lamont High School,” he said. “Never forget the support of the people sitting around you.”

“We’re all authors of our own future,” he said. “And never let the world dictate who you are and what you are worth.”

Graduates of the Lamont High School class of 2024 sit on the stage of the school’s auditorium, relaxed after a nerve-wracking day, just prior to the conclusion of the graduation ceremony June 8.

Above: graduates are escorted through the darkened school auditorium to the stage prior to the beginning of the Lamont High School graduation ceremonies June 8. Below: Following the conclusion of the Lamont High School Graduation Ceremonies June 8, graduates and guests mingled in the school’s dining area for light refreshments and visits.

Ride for Dad participants get tested for prostate cancer in Mundare

BY JOHN MATHER

While the numbers for the annual Ride for Dad in support of fighting Prostate Cancer were down, it didn’t stop the crew of the Man Van from stopping in Mundare to offer up prostate screening on June 8.

The Ride, which went from Leduc to Tofield to Mundare and then back to Leduc via Josephburg had over 200 riders, down from an early estimate of 500 due to cold and rain.

In Mundare, Jasleen Minhas and Stephanie Zambrano were on hand to offer prostate tests.

“We’re based in Calgary with the Prostate Cancer Centre,”

said Zambrano. “It started two years ago and last year it was expanded to include Edmonton.

“We serve indigenous communities. We go to where the men are because men can be reluctant to seek out health care.”

She said location could include anywhere men gather such as the Sportsmen Show, Home and Garden shows, and around community events where men might gather.

“We not only do blood work but take health measurements such as blood pressure,” she said.

While the day in Mundare started slow with maybe only about half a dozen men coming

in before noon, it picked up when all the riders arrived for the designated lunch stop.

“We have quite a bit of a line-up now and we expect to see about 20 or 30 men,” she said.

The Man Van was in Mundare from 10 am until 2 p.m.

Zambrano said it had travelled to various indigenous communities around the province during the past four days and the previous day had been in Cold Lake doing tests at the Seniors Centre.

Since being established in 2007, Ride for Dad has raised $3.8 million for the fight against prostate cancer.

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Bikers line up for a lunch of a kuby burger and salads during a break in the Ride for Dad for Cancer which travelled from Leduc to Tofield, to Mundare and back to Leduc June 8. Over 200 riders took part on a wet, cold day.

Jasleen Minhas preps a man for a blood test during the Man Van prostate screening clinic held in Mundare, June 8, in conjunction with the Ride for Dad in support of fighting prostate cancer. Stephanie Zambrano helps with the testing in the background.

Lyn Toombs serves up a helping of salad to waiting motorcyclists during the Ride for Dad stop in Mundare June 8. The riders were welcomed to town and had lunch served by Stawnichy’s Meat Processing and the Town of Mundare.

Bruderheim won’t be amalgamating with Strathcona County

BY JANA SEMENIUK

Bruderheim’s

Chief Operating Officer Dennis

Tomuschat shared a report at the June 5 council meeting titled ‘Bruderheim and Strathcona Regional Governance Study’ which explored the possibility of an amalgamation between the County of Strathcona and the Town of Bruderheim.

While Tomuschat did not specify what initiated the study, he said it was funded by a grant from the provincial government.

“The background on this is the Town of Bruderheim and Strathcona County are participating in a regional governance study to explore the most effective and efficient governing structures to support the region’s growth and long-term prosperity for all citizens,” he said.

“The study was fund-

ed by a grant provided by the Province of Alberta.”

In a later interview, Mayor Karl Hauch said he could not remember exactly when the decision was made for Bruderheim to apply for the grant and undergo the study with Strathcona County, but said the Town has a responsibility to examine all options for the future.

“The town has the obligation to explore all options to further the needs of our municipality and this grant allowed the Town of Bruderheim to thoroughly investigate this option with our friendly neighbours Strathcona County who have been nothing but always very supportive of our town,” he said by text.

The report stated that no public engagement or engagement with Lamont County was uti-

lized at this stage.

The study included strengths and weaknesses for both the County and the Town as detailed over the last 20 years up to 2021.

Data showed that Bruderheim has grown 0.5 percent over that time, while the province has grown 1.8 percent and Strathcona County 1.6 percent, although Bruderheim has shown increased growth over the last two censuses.

The report said Bruderheim is essentially ‘mid-pack’ when compared to their financial peers and noted that 87 percent of the Town’s tax revenue was from residential properties while the average Alberta town’s residential tax revenue was 78 percent.

Additionally, the average tax bill in Bruderheim has increased 19 percent over the past 10 years com-

Lamont County fire restriction lifted

JANA SEMENIUK

Fire restrictions for Lamont County, in place since April, have been moved to a Fire Advisory as of June 6. A notice on the County of Lamont’s webpage said currently there are no fire restrictions.

“There are no restrictions at this time. Individuals will need to apply for a permit for all open-air burning as per policy,” said the notice. It went on to caution on the use of off-road vehicles, fireworks or exploding targets but said campfires, charcoal barbecues, and burn barrels are now permitted, in addition to propane barbecues and ULC approved propane fueled fire pits.

Lamont County Fire Chief Bo Moore was con-

tacted for a comment and Lamont County Communications Director, Jay Zaal, replied.

“Due to continued precipitation in the area, LCES (Lamont County Emergency Services) downgraded to the advi-

sory and is continuously monitoring fire weather values and weather forecasts,” he said by email. “We are in a good shape right now, but things can change in short amount of time. Dry windy days can change the fire level in a hurry.”

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pared to the average tax bill for Alberta towns increasing by 37.3 percent.

Another item discussed in the report is the nearly three-decade management services agreement between Strathcona County and the Town of Bruderheim, where the County provided one of their staff members to serve as the Chief Administrative Officer role for the town.

The agreement defrayed a portion of the CAO’s wages, though the report did not state how much. According to the most recent financial statements for the Town of Bruderheim, the Chief Administrative Officer was paid $143,896 in 2023 including both salary and benefits, up from $125,000 in 2022.

The report further stated that the management services arrangement between Town and County has been revised and as of May 1, 2023,

the Town independently hired their own CAO.

Subsequently, limited financial support from the County would continue in the short term before ending entirely.

The report concluded by recommending the Town of Bruderheim focus on a growth strategy before exploring amalgamation, with the help of burgeoning activity in the Alberta Industrial Heartland nearby.

Mayor Hauch said the report showed the town was doing well and

amalgamation was not necessary.

“I think one of the things to highlight, for me, (that) was good for our community is that it highlighted that our community is doing well and it is not struggling and amalgamation is not something that we need to look towards to save us because our community is in good shape,” he said.

Council voted to accept the report as information, with no other action moving forward.

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Bruderheim Chief Operating Officer Dennis Tomuschat shared a report at the June 5 council meeting exploring amalgamation with Strathcona County. Meeting recording secretary Sharman Donald is also shown. Photo: Jana Semeniuk

BY HAZEL ANAKA

My long-awaited surgery on Wednesday went extremely well though a mite longer than expected according to those present in the theatre. We could have done without the drama in the recovery room though. My blood pressure and heart rate tend to be on the lower side of normal at the best of times. However, post-op when a heart rate drops to 38 and a BP is about 68/35, it gets people’s attention. I also got very chilled which I believe means I was getting shocky. Someone said I was very pale. I said it was my cadaver look but I’m not sure they appreciate my sense of humour especially while in the throes of trying to figure things out. If you’d let us wear makeup to surgery, it wouldn’t be as obvious either.

According to the anaesthesiologist my BP

FROM WHERE I SIT: The Healing Process

had been very stable during the operation and this drop couldn’t be linked to the spinal freezing we’d agreed to that morning. I’d also requested sedation so I didn’t hear or remember any OR talk.

Being essentially paralyzed from the waist down is somewhat creepy on its own. It felt like my knees were bent but a look down showed me my legs were flat. When I was finally on the ward, they asked me to wiggle my toes just like they do in the movies. The audience at home is rooting for the heroine, hoping against hope that she can do it, that she won’t end up a paraplegic. No go. Over the next few hours, the feeling gradually returned to my legs. They kept sort of scratching me to see if the sensation was returning. I also spent several hours in “motorized” compression stockings which gently palpate the legs to prevent blood clots from forming. Had no inkling they were there until I saw them. Back to the recovery room drama— things began stabilizing when they removed some of the packing that had been used. It

appears the (two) vagus nerves, originating at the base of the brain and running through the chest and abdomen don’t like to be irritated and can cause such a drop in blood pressure. Easy fix.

Though I must say I’ve had my fill of people taking my blood pressure. Did you know that they can put the cuff on the forearm which is so much less painful than the upper arm? Did you know that they take oral temperatures with a flat little plastic strip under your tongue? Supposedly it changes colour to indicate the reading. Did you know that if you have delicate little veins like mine the intravenous needle can poke right through it causing a hematoma (blood under the skin) and a multi-coloured bruise? Oh, and they get to try again in the back of your other hand. Did you know that the ‘cowboy hat’ for the toilet and the kidney-shaped puke basin appear to be made of the same corrugated cardboardy material you sometimes get fries in? They completely break down when some agent is added to them during disposal. Did you know they keep operating

Lamont and Area

rooms so cool to discourage some microbes? Did you know that while warming blankets aren’t totally gone, they are being augmented with machines? Warm air is blown through ‘ductwork’ (like from your clothes dryer to the outside vent) to one of the orifices in a lovely lavender paper gown. These machines are somewhat noisy and can dry your eyes out if you don’t anchor it a bit with your blankie.

And finally, much like on the soap opera of Gray’s Anatomy, nurses aren’t blind and drool over a particularly hunky young anaesthesiologist when ‘he’s on the floor today!’ Did you know staff can wear anything they want except Lululemon pants? Those need to be scrubs. I had nurses and aides in tshirts, hoodies, and Crocs caring for me. I’d asked about the dress code. ‘How’d you like to wear a dress, white support stockings, squeaky white shoes, and a little hat,’ I’d asked. She said they’d had to dress up in that outfit for their nursing grad photos and it wasn’t fun.

There was a hiccup at the pharmacy when

Hilary tried to fill my prescriptions.

Apparently, if someone transposes the numbers for month and day of birth, it may appear you don’t have drug coverage. Pain management has been good and I’m sure I won’t need to crack into the narcotics at all. Through the many surgeries in my life, I’ve learned that the healing process is not a nice upward progressive every-day-is-better-thanthe-last process. There will be plateaus and setbacks and days I overdo it because I forget or

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think I can get away with it. For the time being I’m staying in pyjamas because they provide a visual reminder that something is not quite normal here.

The Royal Alex was decorated in Oilers’ blue and copper, everyone treated me exceptionally well, the outcome was great, and my six-week checkup appointment has been booked. As far as rating my overnight bed ‘n breakfast experience, the bed was far worse than the food. Now however, the healing process is in my hands, from where I sit.

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Opinion

Release the names: Save Canada not your face

BY JOHN MATHER

How far will this Federal government go to protect those who deserve none?

How far to possibly save face?

We are reaching unexplored areas of absolute despicability.

This follows the revelations from the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians, that reports from several spy agencies revealed “foreign actors cultivated relationships with both MPs and Senators.”

Liberal MP David McGinty, who chaired the committee, said it is undermining Canadians’ rights and the credibility of democratic processes.

“We found foreign interference at every order of government, in every political party, in the public sector, the media, the NGO sector, the private sector,” he said. “It’s there, and it’s not stopping.”

The committee had been asked to assess foreign interference in federal electoral processes, including meddling attempts in the last two elections.

The report cited what it says is a particularly concerning case of an unnamed MP who maintained a relationship with a foreign intelligence officer.

It found that foreign countries “conduct sophisticated and pervasive foreign interference specifically targeting Canada’s democratic processes and institutions, occurring before, during and after elections and in all orders of government.”

China and India are the “most active perpetrators,” the report stated.

Democratic Institutions Minister Dominic LeBlanc said in a statement that the government disagrees with aspects of the report, including how pieces of intelligence were interpreted.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says that Canadians have a right to know the names of the MPs accused in an explosive new intelligence report of “wittingly” working on behalf of foreign state actors.

But the Liberals say “NO!”

McGinty stated the committee can’t release any more than it has because of the Security of Information Act.  Handed it up to the RCMP to decide what happens next.

Now treason is defined as “a violation by a subject of allegiance to the sovereign or the state.” It goes on to suggest by trying to overthrow the government.

It would seem to me, sharing privileged secret information with foreign governments while not trying to overthrow the government certainly is interfering with the operations of the government.

Yet the Liberals won’t name the traitors.

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Whether they be Liberal, Conservative, NDP, Bloc Quebecois, Green or Independent they should be named.

And it should be done sooner than later.

Do Canadian voters really want to vote for a Member of Parliament who would spy on his/her own country? Or keep a Senator that would do the same?

Yet, the Liberals waffle in one of the best displays of bafflegab I’ve seen.

These traitorous MPs and Senators who should be named weren’t elected to serve themselves, but to serve Canada and Canadians. They aren’t doing that.

They’re grifters lining their pockets or awarding their friends at the expense of Canadian sovereignty.

It’s worse than disgusting!

Our illustrious, pouty Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland stated the allegations “were concerning.”

But when pushed about why no charges have been laid or why the MPs in question aren’t being named, Freeland said that’s up to the police.

“I do really want to emphasize it needs to be law enforcement that takes the steps and takes the actions,” she said. “The actual enforcement actions can’t be politicized.”

Wesley Wark, one of Canada's foremost experts on national security, said the NSICOP

report reveals “underbelly stories” that are “nausea-inducing.”

He cited one account in the report that said an unnamed MP consorted with a foreign intelligence officer, sought to arrange an overseas meeting and “provided the intelligence officer with information provided in confidence.” Wark called that scenario “textbook treason.”

Housing Minister Sean Fraser said he's willing to wait to learn the names of the alleged foreign conspirators.

“The obvious potential reputational damage a person might suffer if there’s another side of the story, that must be considered,” Fraser said.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said it’s “very serious” and “very, very, very disappointing” to learn that some MPs allegedly worked on behalf of a foreign government.

“If there's any evidence that somebody knowingly worked with a foreign government to influence our democracy, they should no longer be a member of Parliament,” Singh said.

But he’s not calling for them to be named. Shame on him.

How can the average Canadian support any government that shelters traitors among its ranks from being named?

It taints every Member of Parliament until the names are released.

Kerry Anderson Publisher John Mather Reporter Jana Semeniuk Reporter Crystal Moren

BY JANA SEMENIUK

Members from a local Citizens On Patrol (COP) organization gave a short presentation to Chipman Council during their regular meeting on June 10.

Wayne Olechow and Chantel Frechette represented the 10-year-old group and shared information on their activity, mandate and how to join.

Olechow said they currently have eight volunteers operating out of Bruderheim.

“We were up to 25 or 30 people, but then COVID knocked the numbers down and we haven’t been able to get back up,” he said.

Olechow said the group meets once a month in Bruderheim and are the ‘eyes and ears’ for the RCMP. He

said their patrol area is large.

“It’s basically from Fort Saskatchewan to here, Bruderheim natural area, Elk Island, and Highway 16 all the way to the Waskatenau bridge,” he said.

Olechow, who handles the group’s media relations, said volunteers must undergo criminal record checks and six hours of training before patrolling. He said volunteers always patrol in pairs and only report on

activity witnessed, and don’t engage with it.

“We’re always looking for people to come out and volunteer. It’s not a huge commitment, we are looking at four to five hours a month at a minimum,” he said adding the group use their own vehicles and an app to log in their documentation that get submitted to the RCMP.

Olechow gave some application forms to the council when he concluded his presentation.

UNRESERVED AUCTION BOB PENNER

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Lady Diana Doll c/w case; Large Assort. of Other Lady Diana Collectables; Working Rowe AMI Jukebox; Working Bally Paragon Pin Ball Machine;

Allstate Train Set c/w 3 rail tracks & tin cars; Large Assort. of other Train Sets; Large Assort. Cast Iron Cars, Cadillac & Sears c/w boxes; Farm Equipment Collection; Racing T-Shirts; Large Assort. Coal Oil Lamps; (2) Elvis Records; Large Assort. Oilers Hockey Memorabilia; Large Hockey Card Collection; Large Record Collection; Many more items

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BY JANA SEMENIUK

The province of Alberta has awarded $141,000 to the Lamont FCSS (Family and Community Support Services) to help support seniors in the area.

A press release stated that the Alberta Government is looking to promote healthy aging by ensuring seniors can ‘live safely and independently in their own homes and communities for as long as they like or are able’.

Jay Zaal, Communications Director for Lamont County, said the funding will be put towards several programs.

“Funds were allocated to improve and enhance current home and community visitation programs, Meals in Motion, grocery delivery, and seniors networking and support groups,” he said.

“Funds were also used to increase coordinator

hours to meet, plan and coordinate information sessions with seniors for various programs and support. This is a 20month initiative that runs until March 31, 2025.”

Sara Rindero, Director for FCSS, said the funding was much needed and many Lamont

County seniors will benefit as a result.

“This funding has allowed us to focus on the enhancement of services for local seniors to ensure they are supported and can remain in their homes longer,” she said.

“FCSS recognizes Lamont County has a

large seniors demographic that reside in rural and remote areas. Services are much needed and imperative to ensure our valued residents can confidently continue to live and contribute within the community.”

The release gave some statistics on seniors in the province, such as the population of seniors increased by 2,500 each month through 2023, and Alberta’s senior population is now at 790,000.

The entire population of the province is 4,800,768 as of Jan. 1, 2024 according to the province’s website. The release said the population of seniors is expected to increase to more than one million by 2035.

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BY LANDON ZABEL

This past week was Seniors Appreciation Week in Lamont County and our local Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) celebrated through hosting a barbecue each weekday, with towns taking turns hosting.

The FCSS and a group of volunteers have facilitated these appreciation barbecues for the seniors for 17 years – a true demonstration of the counties’ respect for our seniors.

Residents of Mundare’s Mary Immaculate Continuing Care Centre were also able to join and partake in the appreciation event. Mundare resident

Teri Jacula described the crowd as “a lot more people than usual.”

As the gathering ate their burgers and hotdogs, they were treated to live music. In Mundare the Silver & Gold band played, who themselves were seniors.

Saturday at 8pm.

The crowd in Bruderheim were entertained by Glenn Nielson, a local musician who plays weekly shows at the Bruder’s Club every

The FCSS also held raffles, with winners receiving a lovely flower planter, donated by local business Darvonda Nurseries of Mundare.

Jodie Conley, a volunteer member of the FCSS board, offered her help-

ing hands at the barbecues while also raising awareness for brain health; as June is Brain Health Awareness month - a time dedicated to increasing public knowledge and support for those affected by brain-related conditions.

In addition to the lively entertainment and delicious food, the weeklong celebration provided an opportunity for seniors to connect with their community and each other. Many attendees expressed their gratitude for the event.

Mundare’s Seniors Centre was filled with friendly faces who appreciated a moment to connect with old friends. Landon Zabel photo.

The Family and Community Support Services employees and volunteers who made the week possible. Landon Zabel photo.

Local musician Glenn Nielson put on a show for the seniors. Landon Zabel photo.

SCHMAUS

LOC

From Bruce go 3 km east on Highway # 14 & then go 2 km south on Rg. Rd. #144.

●2016 VERSATILE 500 4WD tractor, 2,300 hrs., 500 hp., big 1000 pto., 6 hyd’s w/ return, Raven GPS, twin pumps 108 GPM, shedded, 2nd owner.

●1993 FORD VERSATILE 976 4WD tractor, 9,190 hrs., 360 hp. Cummins, Trimble GPS w/ JD Autotrac 300 steering.

●1982 CASE 4890 4WD tractor, 7,106 hours showing, 300 hp., big 1000 pto., 12F/4R, 4 hyd’s. 23.1-34 duals.

●1980 VERSATILE 895 4WD tractor w/ Degelman 14 ft. 6 way blade, 360 hp., 12F/4R, 4 hyd’s, 24.8-38 duals.

●1977 JOHN DEERE 4630 2WD tractor w/ JD 158 FEL & 7 ft. bucket, 5,023 hrs. showing, 8F/4R, 3 hyd’s.

●1977 WHITE 2-155 2WD tractor w/ Ezee-On 100 FEL & 5 ft. bucket, 5,000 total hours, 1 owner.

●2002 BOURGAULT 5710 Series II 40 ft. air drill w/ 2000 Bourgault 5440 TBH tank, 9.8” spacing, double shoot, 3.5” steel packers, 591 monitor, rear hitch, 400 US gallon poly tank liquid Phos ready w/ starter kit.

●SUMMERS 60 ft. heavy harrow, 5 bar harrows.

●LEON M850 pull scraper, 8.5 yard capacity.

●JOHN DEERE 9400 10 ft. hoe drill, new Atom jet openers, steel capped packers.

●CASE IH 5000 cultivator, 40’, 3 bar harrows.

●SUMMERS 55 ft. Super Weeder.

●WHEATLAND 1620 ±4000 bushel hopper bottom epoxy lined fertilizer/ grain bin, double skid.

●MERIDIAN Grain Max ±4000 bushel hopper bottom bin w/ double skid.

●(2) WESTEEL Rosco ±2200 bu. 6 ring hopper bins.

●(2) WESTEEL Rosco ±1800 bu. 5 ring hopper bins.

●(5) CHIEF Westland ±8300 bu. 5 flat bottom bins, 27 ft. diameter. ●(4) Bin aeration fans.

●BRANDT 1370XL hyd. swing auger, 13” 70 ft., dual auger hopper flighting, 540 pto.

●2009 WHEATHEART SA1371 hyd. swing auger, 13” 71’, dual hopper flighting, 540 pto.

●FARM KING 1070 mech. swing grain auger, 10”, 70 ft., dual auger hopper flighting.

●SAKUNDIAK TL10-39 grain auger w/ E-Kay hyd. mover, 10”, 39 ft., Kohler 38 hp. motor.

●SAKUNDIAK HD8-1400 auger, 22 hp. motor.

●SAKUNDIAK HD10-1600 auger w/ hyd. mover.

●WESTFIELD MK130-61 mech. swing auger, 13” 61 ft.

●(1) ENDURA PLAS ±800 & (3) ±3000 gallon poly fertilizer tanks. ●(1) ±1250 & (1) ±1500 gallon poly water tanks. ●500 gallon fuel tank on wagon.

●2005 KENWORTH T800B highway tractor , 1,479,191 km., 18 speed, Cummins diesel, 475 hp.

●2004 FREIGHTLINER semi w/ sleeper, 1,403,404 km., 18 spd., Detroit diesel, GVWR = 52,000 LBS.

●1982 FORD LTL 9000 highway tractor, 400 hp., Cummins diesel, 13 speed, pro heat.

●2007 FORD F-150 ext. cab truck, 261,620 km., 4X4

●2002 FORD F-150 XLT quad cab truck, Triton V8 gas.

SWATHING & HARVEST

●2005 NEW HOLLAND CX840 combine w/ 14 ft pickup, 2,832 separator hours, 3,904 engine hours.

●2004 NEW HOLLAND Honeybee 94C Flagship

36 ft. header w/ UII split p/u reel w/ plastic fingers, single knife drive, fore & aft, transport.

●1995 NEW HOLLAND TX66 s/p combine w/ Super 8 13 ft. pickup, chopper, 800/65R32 front tires.

●1994 MACDON 960 30 ft. draper header w/ New Holland TX/TR adapter, plastic fingers, single knife, no transport.

●CASE IH 6000 s/p 30 ft. swather, 3,073 hours, pickup reel w/ plastic fingers, single knife, gas.

●KOENDERS 8 ft. poly swath roller.

●NEW HOLLAND SF115 90 ft. high clearance sprayer, 1600 gallon poly tank, 3 way nozzle bodies, 20” spacing, (4) boom sections, Montgomery auto height control, rinse tank, fom tank, hydraulic pump, Flexi controller II monitor, 14.9A46 tires.

●1973 Homemade t/a dually 36 ft. sprayer trailer w/ (2) 2500 gallon Endura Plas black poly water tanks, Chem Handler II w/ hoses & Honda GX160 5.5 hp. engine, plumbed for 3”, 11R22.5 front tires, 10.00R20 rear tires.

●2006 BOBCAT 430 ZHS compact mini excavator, 2,916 hours, new tracks, includes (1) like new spare track, 70” stabilization front

buckets -38” & 24” buckets w/ thumbs.

TRAILERS

●2008 NORTHSHORE Dutchmen t/a RV trailer, 1 slide, sleeps 9, pack & play, bunks, A/C, microwave, shower + outside shower, awning, rubber roof, electric jacks.

●1999 WESTWIND Lite WW255 t/a 25.5 ft. RV trailer, A/C, awning. ●2000 ADVANCE tridem grain trailer, tri-hopper, Michel’s roll tarp, aluminum fenders, 11R24.5 tires, GVWR= 86,000 lbs.

●2002 Homemade super ‘B’ grain trailer, roll tarp.

●Homemade 23 ft. tri-axle gooseneck trailer,(18 ft. + 5 ft. beavertail), mobile home axles, 8-14.5 tires.

MISCELLANEOUS

●J&M 550 bushel gravity feed wagon.

●MARTIN FARM Wagons 540 bushel Gravity feed wagon.

●KINSELLA fork type rockpicker.

●CATERPILLAR 125 KVA portable generator w/ trailer, 21,290 hours, 3304 Cat diesel, 1 or 3 phase, 215/75R17.5 tires, shedded.

●2017 HUSQVARNA MZ48 zero turn lawn mower, 249 hours, Kohler 23 hp. motor, 48” cut.

●JOHN DEERE ride-on lawn tractor, 48” cut.

●53 Ft. Seacan, wired w/ lights.

●Precision pressure washer.

●Portable PARTS air compressor w/ Lincoln motor.

●Grain Guard 100,000 btu bin heater.

●Edwards 7.5 hp. bin aeration fan.

●24 ft., 9” E-Kay bin sweep.

●Fertilizer spreader.

●±(75) Pallets of farm items.

BINS, AUGERS & TANKS

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Longtime Lamont artist showcases work in Fort Saskatchewan

BY JOHN MATHER

For years Rosa Pinzauti taught art classes in both Lamont and the Andrew area where she lived.

“I lived in Lamont for 18 years and another 22 years in Andrew,” said Pinzauti.

Pinzauti will be one of the featured artists taking part in the Fort Saskatchewan Artist’s Tour taking place June 15 and 16.

The tour will showcase several local artists and is a self directed tour

which allows visitors to engage in conversations with the creators themselves.

Pinzauti will be featured at Spotlight Gallery and Custom Framing on 100 Av.

The tour runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and features 11 artists in eight locations.

Pinzauti originally came to Fort Saskatchewan from her native Italy in 1967 and settled in the Fort Saskatchewan area. She moved back to the Fort

in 2019.

“I paint in watercolours and acrylic,” she said. “I can’t paint in oil because I’m allergic to it.”

She said she paints everything, from landscapes, to still life to portraits.

As a youngster she was classically trained in art at the Brera Academy in Italy.

She paints just about any subject and sells her paintings  to the public, but she will also take some commissions.

“The art walk will allow people to see the artists in their studios and they can see how we work,” she said. “If someone comes in I can show them what I’m doing.”

While this is the first art walk in Fort Saskatchewan, Pinzauti took part in a similar

walk in Sturgeon County a couple of weeks ago.

While she taught in Lamont and in Strathcona County for several years, as an 85year-old she stated she no longer offers classes.

“I had children’s programs  and we taught in the elementary school,” she said.

“Teaching was a big responsibility,” she added.

“I can’t not paint,” she said. “It’s not a hobby, I get so much pleasure from painting.”

“I love nature and people and I just love painting them.”

The Chipman Car Crafters

Classically trained artist Rosa Pinzauti

Lamont Elementary slated for new playground

BY JANA SEMENIUK

Lamont Elementary School principal Paul Mckay was happy to deliver news to the students in April that dreams of a new playground are becoming a reality.

McKay said many years of hard work by volunteers were finally paying off and two new playground structures will be installed after the school year ends.

“Through many years of hard work, I couldn't tell you exactly how many, our school council and fundraising Friends of Lamont worked really hard to secure grants and fundraising and we were able to purchase a much needed new playground,” he said.

“As a matter of fact, we were able to purchase two larger playgrounds for our division two students, grade two to six, and then a smaller accessible style playground

for our PALS students, our kindergarten students, then it would still be suitable for our grade ones and twos as well.”

McKay said the total cost for both playgrounds was $250,000. He said he didn’t know how old the current structures are, but said components have had to be removed due to age.

“I have no idea (how old the current structure is). What I do know is that the equipment is aging out every year, and so it couldn't have come at a better time,” he said.

“As aging equipment was getting removed, the (students) had less and less to do.”

McKay said the new playground is cause for excitement and important to the school.

“I think it means everything to the school. It's so important for students to be engaged and interactive outside,” he said. “The energy and

excitement that's going to be around this new playground, I think is going to be palpable. The hard part for us will be scheduling recess to make sure that all of the kids have access to it without having all of the kids on it.”

McKay said volunteers were instrumental in achieving the goal of securing enough funding for the project.

“(I want to extend) a huge thank you to our school community, to all of the parent members past and present that have spent the time and put in the effort,” he said. “I've only been here for two years and I know it's been a much longer endeavor than that, and so I'm really excited for them to see this come to fruition.”

McKay said groundbreaking is scheduled for shortly after the school year ends in June.

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ANNOUNCEMENT

Brians Upick fruits berries and veggies will not be opening in 2024. It is officially closed as of June 7. Only be for personal use. We apologise for the inconvenience. We were looking forward to a good year and a good turnout.

AUCTIONS

Ward’s & Bud Haynes FIREARMS AUCTION, August 17th in Edmonton. Firearms, Ammo, Accessories. Call Brad Ward 780-940-8378 to consign your items or collection. FirearmsAuction.ca.

BUILDINGS FOR SALE

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COMING EVENTS

Tofield Golden Club 5004 - 54 Ave, Tofield, AB 11:30 am. Thursday, June 20 Potluck with Semi-Annual Meeting to follow. Everyone Welcome.

Kinsella Cemetery Clean Up June 15 at 10 a.m.

Meeting to Follow Light Lunch provided Bring your own beverages

FOR SALE

WHITE SPRUCE TREES: 5’ average $50. Installation ONLY $19. Includes: hole augered, Wurzel Dip enzyme injection, bark mulch application, staking. Minimum order 25. One-time fuel charge:

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FOR SALE. RV/Cabin Lots Near Lesser Slave Lake. 780940-6428; sunsetpark.ca.

Doepker Super-B Bale Trailer. Cliff Potter. Ph 780-888-1100

2022 Chev Blazer R.S. Black, 21” wheels. P.W., P.S., Sunroof, AC, Loaded SUV 90,000 kms

Has extended warranty to 120,000 kms

$41,500 or best Offer One owner call 780-781-6593

•Pepper Plants - $3.50 each •Celery Plants - $1 each 780-678-0053 24/25p

LOOKING TO PURCHASE

SUV, fairly excellent condition, no accidents.

>150,000 kms. Require details - batteries, tires, car shop history, etc.

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780.895.2636

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE

RANGE BULLS. Two year olds and yearlings. Angus hybrids formally Beefbooster M1. Performance and Grow Safe tested. Ultra sound data and EPD's available. Reasonably priced. For information call: Jim LynchStaunton @ 403-628-2020 or cell: 403-627-6770 or Hugh Lynch-Staunton @ 403-6282420.

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SEED FOR SALE

ALBERTA FEED GRAIN: Buying Oats, Barley, Wheat, Canola, Peas, Screenings, Mixed Grains. Dry, Wet, Heated, or Spring Thresh. Prompt Payment. In House Trucks, In House Excreta Cleaning. Vac Rental. 1-888483-8789.

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FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Star City, SK. Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921-9942.

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HEALTH

HIP/KNEE REPLACEMENT. Other medical conditions causing

TROUBLE WALKING or DRESSING? The Disability Tax Credit allows for $3,000 yearly tax credit and $30,000 lump sum refund. Take advantage of this offer. Apply NOW; quickest refund Nationwide: Expert help. 1-844-453-5372.

SERVICE

Drywall Taping/ Ceiling Texturing

40 years experience on the job, from commercial buildings to new homes to home renovations. No job too small. Experienced Killam drywall taper/texturer here to help you with any job, big or small. Don't want to do it yourself?Give me a call! I also do ceiling textures.

Flagstaff Taping & Texturing

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Town & Country Guardian Drugs - Killam

We have:

•a Kodak picture maker.

•a colour/b&w photocopier. •cold pop and fresh snacks. •a great selection of candles, giftware, and fragrances. toys, games,and plush animals.

•plastic gift cards

•vitamins, minerals, and herbals.

•free gift wrapping.

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•Certificates?

•Menus?

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•Letterheads?

•Invitations?

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Roy's Handyman Services. Flooring, Trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. Call 780-2323097

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COLLECTOR/ ENTREPRENEUR PURCHASING COINS & COLLECTIONS! CASH PAID! ROYAL CANADIAN MINT COINS, collections, rare & old coins, silver & gold coins, jewelry, nuggets, bullion, sterling, gold & silver! 306-774-2420. 24p

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LAMONT COUNTY

• 4712 51 St Lamont 5,800 sq ft shop with office and sales space. Shop was used for agricultural machinery repair. Price: $450,000

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Wednesday, June 12, 2024 Community

Tax notices have been sent to ratepayers by mail. If you have not received your notice, contact Lamont County’s Tax Clerk at 780-855-2233. Payment to avoid penalty is June 30.

This Week’s Featured Noxious Weed: Hawkweed

Community Services: Serving Lamont County, Lamont, Bruderheim, Mundare, Andrew & Chipman

I 8 Happy #WeedAwarenessWednesday Lamont County. Each week, from April - September we feature prohibited noxious weeds for awareness. If you find it, report it! See our social media accounts or the QR Code.

(VISIT: lamontcounty.ca/community-programming for full posters and locations, or call 780-895-2233 for info. or registration). Some of the current CALC, FCSS & KFRN include:

Lamont County’s assessor (Accurate Assessment Group Ltd.) is starting inspections during June in Range 17. The assessors will identify themselves and have clearly identified vehicles. Assessment Inspections

1. Summer Fun Programs – Messy Art, Science Fun, Nature Nuts – for families with children ages 0-6. (Andrew, Bruderheim, Chipman, Lamont, & Mundare) For more info. Contact: erin.b@lamontcounty.ca

2. Grace in Progress (Lamont Arena Meeting Room: June 20) – Registration required, use the QR code in the poster. For info. contact 780-895-2233 x244.

3. Connecting Generations – Building Connections (June 14) – Registration required, use the QR code in the poster. For info. contact 780-895-2233 x244.

4. Park Play & Parenting – Register one week in advance (Andrew, Bruderheim, Chipman, Lamont, & Mundare) For more info. contact: erin.b@lamontcounty.ca or 780-895-2233 x244, or use the QR code to register.

5. Mindful Meet Ups (crafts and activities for families of all ages). For info. contact erin.b@lamontcounty.ca or 780-895-2233 x244.

6. Benefits & Supports for Older Adults (Mundare): contact michelle.a@lamontcounty.ca

7. CALC: Digital Skills Workshops (Andrew & Mundare); Creating Family Connections; Kitchens; & English-Language Learner programs, contact Cheryl B. at 780-895-2233 x233 or Cheryl.B@lamontcounty.ca

8. Youth Coalition for more info contact Erin.B@lamontcounty.ca

9. Meals in Motion: JUNE Menu. Call Chrissy to order at 780-975-9592.

Park Play & Parenting

Generations Grace in Progress

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10. SUMMER CAMPS – REGISTRATION OPENED JUNE 1. Specific information is available (posters) at lamontcounty.ca/community-programming and the registration form is also available to download there.

Access current monthly services & programs information scan the QR code or for FCSS, CALC and KFRN on each of the services’ Facebook pages: | FCSS: FCSSlamontcountyregion | KFRN: groups/1922602184662497 | CALC: LamontCountyAdultLearns |

or lamontcounty.ca/community-programming

See facebook.com/FCSSlamontcountyregion, or lamontcounty.ca/community-programming for updates and to register.

Next Agricultural Service Board (ASB) Meeting

lamontcounty.ca/ agservices

The next scheduled ASB meeting is (Wednesday) June 12, starting at 9:00 a.m. The public is welcome to attend at the Lamont County Administration Building or virtually through Microsoft Teams (link): lamontcounty.ca/departments/agricultural-services/agendas-minutes-asb. Next Lamont County Council (Regular Council)

The next Regular Council Meeting is planned for Tuesday, June 25, starting at 9:00 a.m.

The public is welcome to attend at the Lamont County Administration Building or virtually through Microsoft Teams (link). A link to meetings, agendas and minutes can be found at: lamontcounty.ca/governance/agendas-minutes.

Please Note – inFocus is also available for viewing online at: www.lamontcounty.ca/communications (for those wanting to view the weekly submission as fullsized PDF and to access hyperlinks).

Programming