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Wednesday, June 5, 2024 Vol. 47, No. 23
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Viking proceeds with contractor for sidewalk and curb repair Patricia Harcourt Editor
Viking Council agreed to proceed with a preferred contractor for sidewalk and curb repair along with its quotes for doing the work. Administration and public works recommended hiring Hummingbird Landscaping and Concrete Ltd. The town had requested quotes from three companies and received a tender proposal from two of them. Viking’s Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud explained that Hummingbird was the contractor used last year as well as in previous years. “Hummingbird works for several neighbouring municipalities and is currently scheduling their summer projects,” said Lefsrud, at town council’s May 21 meeting. One other company did not express interest in the summer work project, and another “was a little more expensive and wanted town support” while on work sites. “Public works is regularly challenged when trying to get contractors from larger centres to consider coming to smaller municipalities and giving quotes,” he said. “Once travel costs are factored in the local contractor is almost always more cost effective.” He added: “Hummingbird can work independently and knows the town.” A motion by Councillor Dana Ewashko to award the 2024 sidewalk and curb repair and maintenance program to Hummingbird was passed.
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Town of Viking continues with strategic planning work Patricia Harcourt Editor
Viking Council is continuing with its strategic planning work to outline a forward looking vision for the town. Town council received a report from Morgan Lawes, administrative summer assistant, regarding the choice of a date for a strategic planning update to be discussed. “Administration has been in contact with (facilitator) Nolan Crouse as directed in the January 2024 regular council meeting in order to select a date to. update the town’s strategic plan,” said Lawes. “Within this workshop, the strategic plan would be updated and a task sheet created with specific time
sensitive goals for both council and administration.” Five dates in early June were submitted for council’s consideration for a workshop session. However, none of the dates worked for all the councillors. Council agreed to Alternate 7, which stated: “Council motions otherwise from the above outlined alternatives.” The preferred alternative was for a time later in June. Administration stated they would work on finding an appropriate date. The Town of Viking 2023-26 Strategic Plan is entitled: “A Crossroads Community With A Future,” was developed in January 2023 Its vision statement is that of “Inspiring a sense of belonging so that
we share a welcoming, safe, and prosperous town.” The mission statement is “to provide and maintain services while supporting initiatives that meet or exceed the needs of our community.” A list of core values include integrity, inclusiveness, commitment, communication, mutual respect, and volunteerism. Core beliefs included an active lifestyle, transparency, sustainability, economic growth, fiscal responsibility, safety and caring for all, preserving our heritage, celebrating successes, youth engagement, and community well being. The strategy includes five goals outlined in the plan to help accomplish the
mission. They are: Improve and maintain town infrastructure, attract new and help retain current businesses, implement initiatives to further beautify the community, improve town communications with everyone, and develop additional community building initiatives. This plan was formulated in January 2023, said Lefsrud. “In this plan, the five specific goals were outlined. As a result of significant changes in the current council, it’s felt it would be timely to review the plan and confirm goals.” He added: “Once reviewed, an implementation task sheet would be developed with time specific date ranges and tagged with specific responsibilities and duties for administration and council.”
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WORD ON THE STREET
CN reports illegal train rider west of Viking Barb Chrystian 780-385-0631 On May 27, police were advised of a two-vehicle collision that had occurred the day prior in Viking. No injuries were incurred and police are following up with the drivers to obtain statements and complete the collision report. On May 28, police received a request to conduct a well-being check on an individual in Viking. The person in question was located in Sherwood Park by members of Strathcona County RCMP and they confirmed she was fine. The complainant was updated. On May 29, police received a noise complaint in Viking. Police attended the residence in question and spoke with an individual who advised he didn’t realize how late it was and turned down his music and promised to not make any more noise. Patrols were made in the area throughout the night and no noise was detected. The complainant was updated. On May 31, police received a call from CN Police requesting assistance
with an unknown male who had been riding on the train illegally. The train crew saw the male jump off of the train when it stopped just west of Viking. Police made patrols in the area and spoke with a witness who advised he had seen the male in question head north of the tracks and enter into a field. The male was not located. Also that day, police received a complaint of a theft from a residence in Viking. The complainant advised the theft had occurred sometime over the previous two weeks. This matter is still under investigation. During the early morning hours on June 1, police were called to a disturbance in Viking. The complainant advised she was concerned for her daughter’s well-being and thought she might be held against her will at a residence. Police attended the residence in question and all was quiet. They attended the residence of the complainant and found the daughter was there as well. Police spoke with both parties and deter-
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The annual cemetery clean-up will be Tuesday, June 18. The cemetery will also be participating in the No Stone Left Alone program this fall where graves of veterans are recognized. If you have a family member who served in the Armed Forces, please contact me to ensure that they are included in the program. The third weekend of each summer and fall month will be the Kick It to
the Curb event where homeowners can give away unwanted items. Congratulations to Julia Zavala Lara who qualified for High School Provincials in hurdles. Best of luck, Julia! We also congratulate Jagger Firkus who was named Player of the Year and Top Scorer in the Canadian Hockey League after a fine season with the Moose Jaw Warriors. Irma 4-H Beef Club presents its annual show and Sale on Monday, June 10.. There are 35 steers and one hog for sale. The U15 Irma Tigers had a successful tournament in Lacombe on the weekend, losing the A event final on Sunday. The Spring Band concert at Irma School is June 12. The school will host the annual track meet on Friday, June 7.
mined the complainant appeared to be intoxicated and the daughter was fine. The situation was mediated and police had no grounds to pursue any charges. Later that morning, police received a complaint of a break and enter at a residence in Viking that had occurred overnight. Police attended the scene and found the door had been kicked in and numerous windows were smashed.
It did not appear as if anything was stolen. When police spoke with the complainant, he advised he had been having issues with some males in town and believed they might be the culprits. There was insufficient evidence to pursue charges but police did speak with one of the possible suspects and warned him about any further harassment of the complainant. Viking RCMP
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Church Services For June 2024 Golden Valley Lutheran Church Pastor Chris Koch - Office: 780-336-3155 Office Hours: Tues – Fri: 10:00am – 2:00pm Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Roman Catholic Family Father Robert Lee Office: Vegreville 780-632-3272
Viking: Mass every Sunday at 9 a.m. Vegreville: Mass every Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and every Sunday at 11 a.m.
United Church Morning Meditations via Zoom -Tues & Thurs 7:45 - 8:15 Viking: Sunday Worship - 9 a.m. office 780-336-3103 Facebook: Viking United Church Irma: Sunday Worship - 11 a.m. office 780-754-3939 Facebook: Irma United Church
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Viking Councillors ending video of council meetings Patricia Harcourt Editor
There will be no more viewing of council meetings posted on the town website after the original meeting is concluded. Viking Council has approved closed committee sessions once a month, and put an end to the practice of posting recorded council meetings on the town website - all in one fell swoop May 21. The councillors, some of whom campaigned on the need for more transparency on council, stated their need to hold discussions behind closed doors after recent events. They also voted to end the posting of any public meetings they’ve held. Town council will hold closed session special meetings the first Tuesday of each month. There will be one meeting June 4 before suspending them for the summer months and resuming in September. Communication has been an issue for council and administration, which is cited as the reason closed session discussions are necessary. In a report to council on May 21, it was stated that: “Council and administration have both recognized the need for more open communication regarding upcoming projects and issues within the town.” The extra meetings on the first Tuesday of each month “are meant to supplement these discussions,” stated
the report, and would be held in closed session using Freedom of Information and Privacy (FOIP) Section 23, referring to “local public body confidences.” Communication issues had become obvious when a special meeting was held Monday, May 13, in closed session. A motion by council made after the closed session rejected a resignation letter sent via email from Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud. The CAO remains at the administrative helm, and after that council agreed to put in place a closed session committee meeting once a month. Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud’s suggestion to not hold these meetings in July and August, then start them again in September, was accepted. Council then approved the new closed session meeting schedule. At least 24 hours notice must be given before holding a special council meeting. Council also passed a motion to end the posting of recorded regular and special council and committee meetings on the town website. People will be able to watch the meetings via live broadcast but, if a person misses the actual meeting, they won’t be able to go back and watch it on the town website anymore. In his report to council, CAO Lefsrud explained his recommended position: “Administration has facilitated the recording and broadcasting of regular
council meetings since the beginning of Covid,” he stated. This is an option to view the meetings without visiting the council chambers.” Before, meetings could be viewed live or downloaded from the town website at a later date for viewing. His recommendation was that, “As a result of Covid restrictions being lifted and society returning to normal, it is now thought the recording of these meetings for the purpose of being posted on the town website is no longer necessary.” Lefsrud said the recording of the meeting would “only be saved for administration,” adding: “We will broadcast it live.” Most of council spoke in favour of ending the practice of posting meetings for later viewing. Councillor Julianna Merta said meetings have approved minutes that are recorded for the public to read. But Councillor Judy Acres said people watching meetings can be confused about what has happened at a meeting making it difficult for them to ask questions. And they can’t always view a meeting live or between certain hours of the day. “I think it is their right,” she said, speaking of the fact people want to know what was discussed at the meetings. She suggested leaving the posted meeting on the website for a month,
until the next month’s meeting. But Councillor Dana Ewashko disagreed, stating: “I’d say a week at the most. They don’t need a month.” Acres spoke in favour of having meetings uploaded for two weeks, splitting the difference with Ewashko, but this was not accepted. “As far as transparency, I don’t know how much more transparent we can be,” said Mayor Jamie Buttner, noting that nobody attended the three public hearings the town has held in the last few months. Acres agreed that the town’s open houses were also poorly attended. “Those crying (for) transparency don’t show up and don’t volunteer for anything,” added Buttner. But Acres wasn’t through defending the need for uploaded meetings so people can view the discussion and debate. “You don’t always get everything by reading the minutes,” she said, noting that uploading “doesn’t take a lot of cost or time.” Acres’ motion to keep council recordings up on the website until the next council meeting failed in a 3-2 vote. Ewashko said he wanted the town to “follow the county’s lead.” His motion for broadcasting the meetings live, but recordings to be kept only for administrative purposes, and “not available for public viewing,” was passed.
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OPINION Truth or Consequences order in amended Bill One law firm penned in its synopsis of the Bill, “under these new provisions, statements must be based on adequate and proper substantiation using an ‘internationally recognized methodology.’” “It is unclear what an “internationally recognized methodology” is given the multitude of methodologies and standards that have been adopted by international organizations, as well as national and provincial or state governments.” Environmental groups, the law firms report stated, who are already actively asking the Competition Bureau to investigate “greenwashing” claims against companies involved in the oil and gas sector, such as the Royal Bank of Canada, Shell Canada, the Pathways Alliance and the Canadian Gas Association, will be emboldened by these provisions. They may ask the Competition Bureau to investigate, or they may request leave of the Competition Tribunal to take action against companies they consider to be engaged in “greenwashing.” Greenwashing, states left wing scribbler David Climenhaga, is a form of marketing spin intended to persuade members of the public that a product, service or activity is more environmentally friendly than it really is. Alberta’s Environment and Protected Areas Minis-
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
JOHN’S RANT Once again the unholy Liberals/New Democrat alliance in Ottawa is trying to stifle Alberta’s oil and gas industry. Last February, long time NDP MP Charlie Angus (whom had already said he wasn’t seeking election, having read the tea leaves and realized the NDP are doomed because of Jagmeet Singh’s silly democracy-destroying alliance), introduced a bill that would threaten jail times and huge fines against the oil and gas industry if those producers tried to defend their record on the environment. At the time it was laughed at, so preposterous it was. But now, the suggestions have materialized into amendments to Bill C-59. Supported by the NDP and Liberals along with the anti- oil Bloc Quebecois, the amendment effectively allows environmental groups to sue oil and gas companies over allegedly misleading environmental benefits. The bill introduces socalled "anti-greenwashing provisions" that would allow activists to challenge the environmental claims of oil and gas companies. To defend their claims, companies would need to prove them using an "internationally recognized methodology.” What the bill doesn't do is make those environmental groups prove their statements to the same standards.
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ter Rebecca Shulz immediately argued against this change stating, “Companies that wish to defend their environmental record will have to prove that their claims can be substantiated by an ‘internationally recognized methodology,’ a vague and undefined phrase that creates needless uncertainty for businesses.” “Any company not willing to risk millions of dollars in fines and legal fees will be forced to stay silent. And that is exactly the outcome that Minister of Environment and Climate Change Steven Guilbeault and the federal LiberalNDP-Bloc Québécois alliance wants to happen.” Alberta Premier Danielle Smith weighed in, stating it’s the energy companies that are at the “forefront of doing these amazing environmental innovations.” Smith said some of the greatest innovations in Alberta come from the energy companies and part of her job is to help spread that message. Smith said that she loves to work with the federal government on common issues, but when Ottawa is being "unreasonable" and ignoring the achievements of the energy industry, Alberta needs to step up. "We are miles ahead of everyone else," she said. "We should take full advantage of this first mover position that we find ourselves in. JOHN MATHER
The Heroes of Normandy
Death struck deeply into those who waded ashore on June 6, 1944. Struggling to quickly move from their landing craft to the sand of Normandy beach. Burdened by the heavy weight of their equipment, and the sights and sounds around them. Before them lay a terrifying array of obstacles waiting to trap, maim, and destroy anyone who attempted to challenge the terrible might of the nazi occupation of France. Service men and women came from all across Canada. Local militia units like the South Alberta Regiment, South Alberta Light Horse and the Calgary Highlanders were mobilized for active war service. These part-time “Saturday Night” soldiers were busy in their armouries and drill halls, re-
cruiting and training its new members. Some would find themselves “storming Juno beach” on June 6th, while others arrived sometime later, joining the 3rd Canadian Division as they consolidated their foothold on the Normandy coast. The liberation campaign slowly progressed mile by bloody mile across France until Paris was freed on August 25, 1944. In its wake were left countless dead and injured, destroyed towns and cities. Names of places became etched into the memories of the soldiers who fought in battles like Bourguébus Ridge, Carpiquet Airport, Caen, the Falaise “Gap”, Vaucelles, and Verrières Ridge. The campaign to liberate France from its occupiers would end up taking the lives of 5,021
Canadian soldiers. The number of war veterans who fought in the liberation campaign have steadily declined as the years have passed. Fortunately, some of these remarkable old soldiers are still living. They are resilient people who followed a path of duty, endured hardship, faced danger and experienced things we could never imagine. Through the National Order of the Legion of Honour medal program, the Embassy of France in Canada continues to bestow their nation’s highest medal to our veterans who are proudly known as the liberators of France. Guy Black Recipient of the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
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Norma “Faye” Pierce
February 3, 1941 May 29, 2024
Faye passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024 at Red Deer, Alberta at the age of 83. She will be lovingly remembered as a strong and generous person, who was devoted to her family and well known for her love of hockey – especially her Flyers. She will be forever missed by her sons Derek Pierce, Derrel
“Tuck” (Joyce) Pierce, Darren (Nicole) Pierce and daughters, Debbie Murray, Donna (Ben) Bryden, and Danette Pierce; two brothers Gerry Loughlean and Vernon Loughlean; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Richard and Marjorie Guiltner; grandchildren, Amber, Jesse, Kain, Kayla, Catlin, Dominic, Skyler,
Colby, Kodi, Cassidy, Stephanie, Tyler, Kyle; and great grandchildren Odin, Kelci, Renesmae, Hayden and Xander to whom she will always be Nana. She was predeceased by her husband Stanley Pierce, parents Harry and Mabel Loughlean and her beloved grandson Logan. Special thanks to the
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June, our month here in the Northern Hemisphere, with the longest daylight hours of the year, has arrived. Enjoy the sunshine, the summer rains blessing us, the green all around us and the marvel of growth in field and gardens. Summer is here! In May Vialta Lodge welcomed Helen Bell as a new resident. We hope you adjust quickly to this new chapter in your life. Stan White has returned to his farm for the summer. June the first, Jeff Watt celebrated his birthday, the only resident birthday of this month. Tuesday afternoon, June 4, our local Royal Purple Ladies served cake and ice cream to everyone who joined them in the Atrium. Wednesday, June 5, at 10:30 a.m. the Anglican Church Service provided an old-time gospel performance. Upcoming events include the serving of Ice cream floats at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 6. Friday, June 7 the “48-13 Band,” which is Debbie Hill and Mark Wemp, will entertain us during our BBQ lunch. The Viking grads in
their chosen celebratory attire will be coming to see us at 2:45 p.m. on Thursday, June 13. Come and congratulate them as they near the end of their high school years. Following a BBQ lunch on Friday, June 14, “Ralph and Friends” will be entertaining at 1:30 p.m. Sunday the 15th at 1:30 p.m, Doug Borass will fill an hour with music. Come out and enjoy. Vialta’s “Kick Off to Summer” happens on the day with the most daylight hours of this year, June 20 at 1:30 p.m. Come and celebrate altogether. The more the merrier! Then on the 28th, at 1:10 p.m. gather in the Atrium for ‘Popcorn and a Movie’ to brighten your day. Tickets will soon be available to purchase from any Vialta resident, the office or Lindsay for the Vialta Raffle Fundraiser. Tickets are $2 each and the draw will be made on Friday, July 19. First prize is a water wheel, second prize is a wishing well and third prize is a bird house. All proceeds go to Club ’93. Thought to ponder: “When the sun is shining, I can do anything; no mountain is too
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‘Women Gone Wild!’ art display at library
Patricia Harcourt Editor
“Women Gone Wild!” is a new art display running from May 23 to June 19 at the Viking Municipal Library. It’s a chance to see animal imagery used in the context of human experience artistically. The subject explores wild creatures as three female artists see it, and brought to
the local scene by the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. “While sharing a focus on nature an living creatures in their works, the artists featured in this exhibit differ in their methods of presentation and their reasons for choosing these subjects,” states the foundation’s introduction to the works now on display at the library. But all three show a love of nature and the viewing public is also invited to “go
wild” along with the artists. They will see works by Cynthia Fuhrer, Jenny Keith, and Samantha Walrod. “The depictions of wild creatures pre-
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Public consultations needed for Bill 20, Reeve calls bill ‘open season’ Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Council discussed Bill 20, the controversial Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act 2024, at council’s May 22 meeting. After discussion, council agreed in a split decision to send a letter to the provincial government asking for clarification of the process to remove councillors and for public consultations to be held with municipalities before Bill 20 is passed in the Alberta Legislature. Margaret Jones, manager of legislative services, provided background for the issue in her report to council. Bill 20 was introduced in the Alberta Legislature on April 25 and has received first reading for changes the provincial wants to make in election, municipal and other areas. Municipalities have had their own objections since that time to what is being perceived as the province taking on power that rightfully belongs to them. “The Rural Municipalities of Alberta has expressed reservations regarding some of the proposed amendments,” states Jones, adding: “Minister McIver has indicated that changes are forthcoming.” McIver is the Minister of Municipal Affairs. RMA accuses Bill 29 of “attacking local democracy” and states: “Bill 20 assumes that the provincial government knows better than municipal councillors about what is best in their communities and that they should have the right to reverse local decisions and remove councillors they disagree with,” says RMA President Paul McLauchlin. “This is not only an affront to municipalities but also an affront to democracy in Alberta,” he continues. “Imagine if the federal government decided to pick and choose the provincial policies and leaders that they agreed with, and simply removed those that they didn’t
like. “Something tells me the provincial response would be one of anger,” he said, “so it is no surprise that ours is the same when such over the top control is directed to local councillors.” RMA also noted that the existing Municipal Government Act already requires councillors to abide by certain standards and allows the Government of Alberta to address those not in compliance, including through removal. “Bill 20 will allow the province to bypass existing processes and unilaterally dismiss a councillor based on an undefined ‘public interest’ criterion. “The province is using a recent high profile isolated incident that resulted in councillors being removed from a municipality to justify a heavy handed and top down approach to councillor removals moving forward,” states the RMA in its objection. McLaughlin added: “This government is using recent high profile conflicts to justify the introduction of a hammer to undermine the autonomy of all of Alberta’s municipalities.” During council discussion, Reeve Kevin Smook (Division 1) noted that Bill 20 “allows Cabinet to remove councillors ‘in the public interest.’ “But who determines what is in the public interest?” he asked. As the bill reads now, “if they don’t like someone,” the Minister or Cabinet can remove the councillor for no other reason. “We’re all here elected by the people of Beaver County and that’s who we answer to,” said Smook. “If we are responsible then we should all have the authority to do our jobs.” He added that in the Municipal Government Act “there is already provision for removing a councillor…This is open season on elected officials.” Jones said that, “if disqualified (under Bill 20), a councillor would have to go to court personally to try and get back
on council.” Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3) stated that he agrees the definition of what was in the ‘public interest’ for removing a councillor was wanting in the bill. “There is no criteria (in the new legislation) for removing an official,” he said. But he added that “it would save money for some of the municipalities that have had to deal with it,” for the province to handle it instead. He also said, in referring to the removal of a councillor, that “it’s a lot of onus and cost to municipalities... “They need to have criteria out there (for removing a councillor), whether we agree with it or not,” said Hrabec. Councillor Lionel Williams (Division 2) said he had similar questions. “I don’t think there’s enough information here to have an opinion on what these (information) bullets mean,” he said, referring to the document provided on what Bill 20 plans to enact as legislation. “I recognize there are circumstances where certain elected officials don’t work on a council,” he said, noting “there’s a lot of time, work and money to get them gone... “I can see why the province wants more teeth put into these areas,” he said, “to make it (happen) faster but at this point we are arguing semantics now.” Councillor Barry Bruce (Division 4) spoke plainly about his opposition to the bill. “I don’t like it,” he said. “There’s not rampant abuse all over the province,” to justify the province taking over municipal jurisdiction. Any municipality could have it happen to them, he said, with a petition drawn up by a member of the public to remove an official. “A councillor ends up worried about what the province will do,” he said. “They shouldn’t have that hammer hanging over their heads.”
If a particular councillor isn’t liked they can be voted out of office in the next municipal election, he said, without the need for increased power to remove councillors by the province. Reeve Smook referred to two letters he said have been written by the Town of Tofield calling for Bill 20 to be fully rescinded. “As an elected official I can express my concerns,” he said. But he asked that county council also join in a letter so the province knows this is a concern for all of council. Hrabec said he wanted more criteria for the removal of officials by the province, but hesitated about sending the province a letter from council. “I do believe they have to do amendments,” he said, to the bill in question. He noted the changes have “got people talking.” Reeve Smook wanted to know if there have been any public consultations regarding this bill, and Jones replied that she knew of none. Then Smook made a motion that Beaver County Council authorize the reeve to send a letter to the premier and minister of municipal affairs requesting clarification on the definition of “public interest” regarding councillor removals by the province. And further, that consultations occur with municipalities prior to passing Bill 20. In pre-voting debate, Councillor Dale Pederson (Division 5) spoke against the motion: “I am in favour of the bill,” he said. “They’ve got to do something to streamline the process.” He noted that officials “have the ability to defend themselves” in those circumstances. Hrabec said clarification was needed on the reasons for removal of an official and for that reason, he supported the motion. The motion carried 4-1.
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2024 COUNTY CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE (Schedule is subject to change)
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Culvert Maintenance
Apr 1
Nov 1
Patching oil roads throughout the season
May 1
Sep 29
Twp 490 between Rge Rd 124 & Rge Rd 120
May 20
Jun 3
Rge Rd 120 from Twp 490 north for 1 KM
June 13
Jun 17
Holden Streets
Jun 18
Jun 27
Rge Rd 161A between Hwy 14 & Hwy 855
Jun 24
Jun 27
Rge Rd 200 between Hwy 630 & Blackfoot Grazing Reserve entrance
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Jul 10
Rge Rd 202 between Twp 502 & Twp 504
Jul 23
Aug 2
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Jul 18
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Nov 1
Gravelling
Mar 13
Dec 22
Dust Control- 1st Application
May 1
May 19
Dust Control- 2nd Application
Aug 8
Aug 15
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TOWNSHIP ROAD 490 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE Over the next few weeks, Township Road 490 from range road 124 to range road 120, will be upgraded from a gravelled surface to an all-weather hard surfaced road. This involves stabilizing the road base with soil cement before applying two coats of “chip seal”. While this process is much different from the process to pave a road with asphalt, the end result will seem similar to residents and the travelling public resulting in a road that is not dusty when it is dry, nor muddy when it is wet.
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During this construction period, parts of the road may be closed for crew safety. Please use alternative routes; detours will be clearly marked. If you must drive through construction zones, proceed with caution (local traffic only). Beaver County's goal is to provide a healthy, injury free work environment for all employees, contractors, visitors and general public. Already this year we have had people exceeding the posted speed limit through our construction zones, endangering staff, contractors and the public. There are potential hazards to the public and vehicles during the construction process. This can include heavy machinery, dust or mud, road material such as gravel, asphalt coatings and rock chips. We apologize for the inconvenience that road maintenance and upgrading causes, but the same roads that receive the most traffic also need the most maintenance. Thank-you for your patience and understanding during construction. If you have any questions, please call the Beaver County Service centre at 780-663-3730.
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4 - Beaver County Chronicle, June 5, 2024
Beaver County passes short-term drought options Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Council met May 22 and passed short-term options for drought and fire suppression. A motion by Councillor Dale Pederson (Division 5) was passed regarding the recommended way to proceed with a shortterm drought management plan in the county. The recommendation was for council to adopt a short-term agriculture and short-term fire suppression plan as presented at the May 22 council meeting. The potential for drought this year and its affects on agriculture is a
source of concern for the county. With recent rains helping start the crops already seeded, the concern appears slightly diminished but no gone. Aimee Boese, manager of external relations and special projects, said in her council report that at the Governance and Priorities meeting of April 3 administration provided an update on the Water Viability Project, which included a summary of potential options to address concerns about water availability this year. “The committee provided feedback to investigate short-term options to mitigate potential
drought impacts this year as well as long-term options,” she stated. At this time, administration brought forward a Drought Response Plan with short-term solutions for agricultural producers and support for fire suppression. Reeve Kevin Smook asked about what was being done regarding long-term solutions, and Boese said administration “continues to investigate long-term drought mitigation options.” She noted that, “some of these options are already part of other initiatives and are outlined (in another attachment provided).”
Some of the options involve Equity Industrial Park and are a year away from completing, she added. Short-term options included the need for water for animals and crops with programs in place such as the provincial water pumping program and temporary livestock water assistance. Also mentioned is the Town of Viking’s seasonal filtered raw water pump station recently opened by the town for agriculture producers to use for spraying crops and other needs. The station is adjacent to the town reservoir and can supply untreated
non-potable water within a 100-km radius. Short-term fire suppression is also discussed in the Boese RFD. “In times of water shortage there are increased concerns over access to water supplies for firefighting and the need to ensure that resources are available on hand,” states her report. “Because fire emergencies happen unexpectedly and have a quick response time associated with them, licenses to divert water are not required for firefighting.” The county is pursuing options such as a new water tanker and smaller trailer with a self-con-
tained trash pump for smaller construction projects, but also as an alternative for fire suppression. Also being explored are water filtration systems combined with a pump for agricultural purposes. The report also states that more collaboration is needed with BESC, the Beaver Emergency Services Commission, in regards to the use of equipment and “ensure that all parameters about use of county equipment are covered.” This drought issue and options to remediate this possibility will be ongoing for the county.
Busy B receives loads of donations after garage sales Kari Janzen Much of whatever didn’t end up selling during Tofield’s town-wide garage sale during the weekend of May 24-26 was delivered and donated to Busy B Bargains, Tofield’s non-profit secondhand store. Manager Scott Olson said the shed behind the store was emptied six times on Saturday, which is a lot more than an average day. “It happens every garage sale season. It'll be like this throughout the summer,” Olson said. “This is how the garage sales end,” said Treasurer and volunteer Debby Mosby. “The unsold items get donated, sorted, and they get another chance.” Olson agreed, and added, “Everything here, pretty much, gets a second life someplace.” Busy B is continually grateful for the donations and support of the community. Mosby said without the donations, they couldn’t continue to function. “We are so grateful for all the donations the community gives us. We need donations to operate,” she said. Everything Busy B receives is sorted and put of for sale, or set aside to
be sold or donated elsewhere. “We have to sort through everything that comes through here,” Olson said. “If we have lots of a particular item, or if we can't use it, we will box it up, and put it in the shed for items that go to Value Village. There's a company that comes, they grab it, sell it to Value Village, and the money goes to build houses in Haiti. They take pretty much everything and anything,” he said. Mosby said, to the best of their ability, nearly all donations find a second home. “We throw out only broken items. We repurpose as much as possible. If we receive a single drinking glass, we don’t put it out because we get whole sets. The best goes into the storefront. Unsold clothes go to Africa, other items we can’t sell goes to support Haiti,” she said. “We try not to judge even our clothes, because I’ll pick something up, and think, what decade? But somebody might want it. We call them social experiments,” she said. More recently, Busy B has set up a silent auction in the store, in an en-
closed case where customers can bid on the items, which runs for a period of two weeks. “We started this a few months back. Right now, somebody donated a couple of boxes full of jewelry, and we’ve also had an Edmonton Oilers one. They seem to be quite popular, and it works. We’re going to start a mystery box again, too,” Olson said.
Busy B Bargains received many loads of donations following Tofield's town-wide garage sale during the weekend of May 24-26. Manager Scott Olson said the shed behind the store was emptied six times on Saturday, which is a lot more than an average day.
Friday, RON ROBINSON MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT June 14th Tofield Golf Course 19110 - HWY 14
Fundraiser For Beaver County Victim Services
Tee times are between 9:30 am ALL PROCEEDS RAISED & 12:30 pm GO TO VICTIMS OF $80 Adult single $320 Adult team of 4 $35 Youth
Fees include lunch and dessert!
CRIME AND TRAGEDY
To Register: (780) 662-2258 bcvictimservices@gmail.com Register by June 10, 2024
The Weekly Review, Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - Page 9
Viking council requests proposals for IT services Patricia Harcourt Editor
Town of Viking will send out requests for proposals to three companies for IT and management service after town council agreed May 21. Companies identified by Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud as candidates for the town to send out tender requests were NexSel Technologies, Innerworks Computer Services Inc. and Nutec Electro Tel. “I think these are three really good options for us to consider,” said Lefsrud. “The Town of Viking currently works with Nutec Electro Tel. for their IT service and support,” stated Lefsrud. “The Town of Viking has two agreements with Nutec Electro Tel. One agreement is recognized as an internet partner to supply internet service to
the community. “The second contract is for IT service and support,” he said. “The support contract has expired and now an opportunity to tender this service/support exists.” He noted that “this tender request is for IT service/support only.” Administration is considering a oneyear contract with an additional twoyear extension dependent on service once a service review is done. Mayor Jamie Buttner stressed the need to get the tendering done, adding that: “I think three is a good rule of thumb…the more the merrier.” His motion “to support administration and a request to tender IT service and support for the purpose of establishing an agreement for one year up to a possible three year period, subject to a successful review after one year of use,” was passed.
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Majority of Canadians back carbon tax exemptions for farmers Ryan Kiedrowski Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
A recent Leger poll shows 70 per cent of Canadians back a carbon tax exemption for farmers. The poll collected input from 1,519 people across the nation, aged 18-plus over a two-day period last month. Of the 30 per cent that opposed the idea, half of those respondents noted ‘I don’t know’, while eight per cent somewhat opposed an exemption and seven per cent felt strongly against farmers getting a tax break. The single question posed to respondents explained how the federal government doesn’t collect carbon tax on gas and diesel used in agriculture, but producers pay the tax on natural gas and propane used to heat barns and dry grain. Ultimately, the question sought whether or not they supported removing that tax for farmers. “The poll is clear: the vast majority of Canadians want the government to get farmers relief from the carbon tax,” said Gage Haubrich, CTF Prairie Director. “Canadians know that keeping costs down for farmers helps lower costs at the grocery store for all of us.” Melville-Saltcoats MLA Warren Kaeding said if one of the pollsters called him, he’d share the same sentiments as the rest of the 70 per cent. “I’m fully supportive of the of the same kind of thing, I would add my ‘yes’ to the poll if they polled me,” he
said. “I hope that’s a great reflection of the public now understanding some of the duress that that their ag producers, that their food suppliers are under as well, and how unfair the carbon tax is to them, and ultimately, how it’s being reflected in the food prices. And I think that’s probably what’s driving a lot of that support for agriculture; the public now is starting to wake up to the fact that the carbon tax is responsible for a significant part of the food price increases.” Haubrich noted that seeking an exemption for farmers isn’t only a Western Canada sentiment, people across the country are onside with the idea. “Even in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces, it’s still 68 per cent of people are in favour of the exemption,” he said. “So it’s not just traditional farming communities, everyone across the country knows that this is the right thing to do.” According to the Parliamentary Budget Officer, farmers could be on the hook for $1 billion by 2030 if no relief comes to fruition. “MPs need to get farmers and families relief now and take the carbon tax off all farm fuels,” said Franco Terrazzano, CTF Federal Director. “Ottawa needs to listen to Canadians and stop charging farmers carbon taxes that make all of our lives more expensive.” With Bill C-234 continuing to languish in Parliament, growing longer in the tooth with each passing day, the
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CTF felt keeping the question at the forefront is important. “We haven’t done a poll on this exact question before, but we thought it was really important to get Canadian thoughts in front of politicians on the issue because we’ve seen that Ottawa has been sitting on its hands,” Haubrich told the World-Spectator. “When it comes to getting this bill passed, we got to make sure that politicians in Ottawa know that this is what Canadians want. It’s not just an issue that affects farmers, but it affects everyone.” Bill C-234 saw first reading at the House of Commons back in early February, 2022; finally receiving third reading in March, 2023. It then went before the Senate, taking most of last year to reach third reading in mid-December. After the Senate made their amendments, the bill was tossed back to the House of Commons, and that level has been “considering” those changes ever since. “When it comes to politics in Ottawa, it could really be anything,” Haubrich said when asked what he thinks the big hold-up is on Bill C-234. “We’re just going to do our best to make sure that those MPs know that farmers would save a lot of money if we got this exemption, and Canadians support it.” Further stalling on Bill C-234 will only cause more problems for the governing Liberals, as Kaeding sees it. “If they’re not through on this order
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paper, how that process starts again in the fall - and then realizing that there will be a federal election not long after that - where those amendments are if they’re not approved and given final reading, I’m not sure where that leaves them,” he said. The recent federal budget also promised to return some $2.5 billion in carbon tax rebates to small business, but lacked a firm timeline for when those dollars could be anticipated. “Unfortunately, even when it comes to small businesses and farmers, they’re still often paying a lot more in the carbon tax than they’re getting back,” Haubrich said, calling what could be rebated a ‘paltry sum’ in comparison to what’s been paid. Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbault did not respond to a request for an interview for this article.
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Garage sales in Viking FEATURED PROPERTIES Patricia Harcourt Editor
A community garage sale weekend kept residents from the Town of Viking busy taking in events May 24-26. As well as garage sales all over town, breakfast was served both days with pancakes, scrambled eggs, and sausages. The Viking Golf and Country Club held their pancake breakfast Saturday morning at the Multiplex, and the Viking Historical Society held theirs Sunday morning at the Legion. The Viking and District Agricultural Society served barbeque burgers and doughnuts Saturday, and Viking Minor Ball served barbeque hot dogs
for lunch on Sunday, both events taking place at the Multiplex. The Multiplex was also the venue for a ‘Kick Off to Summer’ market, with plenty of vendors and retailers. They were selling fresh vegetables, home decor, jewellery, and also out of town garage sale tables were all there for shoppers to enjoy. Saturday the Viking Seniors Centre held a flea market, with a lemonade stand and hot dogs for sale. Meanwhile, people were eager to flock around town and see what the many garage sale sites had to offer. As a successful weekend, this may be the start of something ongoing for the town to attract people.
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Killam & District
52
nd Agricultural Society
ANNUAL
Killam Indoor KILLAM MEMORIAL ARENA
FRIDAY JUNE 14 7:30-11 AM BREAKFAST & 11:30AM - 2PM BBQ at Campbell McLennan Chrysler Dealership 7PM RODEO PERFORMANCE FREE Admission students K-6 Mutton Busting/Boot Scramble FREE Draws Beer Gardens in the Stands by Detention Brewing Co.
FIREWORKS AT DUSK Killam Ball Diamonds
SATURDAY JUNE 15 8AM RODEO SLACK
8-10AM BREAKFAST at Arena 11AM PARADE 11:30AM - 4 PM STREET FAIR ON MAIN STREET by Killam Chamber of Commerce
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Previewing Hours: 9 AM - 7 PM Starting JUNE 14 Gate Sign: 45432 - Rg. Rd. #151 SE-26-45-15-W4 LOCATION: From Strome go east 1.6 km on Highway #13 to Rg. Rd. #150, then go 10.5 km north to Twp. Rd. #454, then go 1.6 km west to Rg. Rd. #151, go 0.5 km north, the farm is located on the west side of the road.
PREVIEWING & BIDDING STARTS JUNE 14 AT 10 AM & BIDS START CLOSING ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 AT 10 AM TRACTORS
SWATHING & HARVEST
●2004 MASSEY FERGUSON 9220 swather w/ 30 ft. UII pickup reel & plastic fingers, 1,475 hours, Rotoshear, reel fore/aft, rear weights, gauge ●1985 STEIGER Cougar CR-1280 4WD tractor, wheels, single knife drive, diesel, hydro., shedded. 8,411 hours showing, 280 hp., Cat 3306, big 1000 pto., 4 hyd’s, 20.8-38 duals, 20F/4R, 2 speed powershift, shedded, VG condition.
TRUCKS & VEHICLES
●1996 GMC Topkick t/a grain truck w/ Courtney Berg 18 ft. steel box & dual cylinder hoist, 205,988 km, 275 hp. Cat diesel engine, 8 spd., remote hoist & endgate, roll tarp, shedded, VG condition. ●1979 GMC 7000 s/a grain truck w/ 15 ft. wood box & hoist, 11,296 miles, 10F/2R, HI/ LO, 10.00R20 tires, roll tarp, shedded. ●1975 CHEVROLET C65 s/a grain truck w/ 16 ft. steel box & hoist, 54,516 miles, 10F/2R, HI/LO, roll tarp, shedded. ●1973 FORD 600 s/a grain truck w/ 16 ft. wood box & hoist, 55,045 miles, 9.00-20 tires. ●1974 GMC 6500 s/a truck w/ hoist & 20 ft. bale hauling deck, 63,619 miles, 5F/ 1R, 9.00-20 rears & 10.00 -20 front tires . ●2007 FORD F-250 4X4 extended cab short box truck, 115,324 km, 5.4L Triton gas, automatic, cruise control. ●2004 ACURA TSX car, loaded w/ leather, approximately 350, 000 km.
●1998 JOHN DEERE 9610 Maximizer s/p combine w/ John Deere 914 p/u header, 3,063 eng. hours, 2,488 separator hours, chopper, Michel’s electric roll tarp, twin disc chaff spreader, 30.5L-32 fronts, 16.9-26 rears, buddy seat, shedded. ●1998 JOHN DEERE 930 rigid platform header w/ 30 ft. pickup reel & plastic fingers, transport, shedded. ●1984 HESSTON 6450 s/p swather, 778 hours, not running. HOLIDAY TRAILER ●1980 CASE 2590 2WD tractor, 180 hp., 6,935 ●BERGEN 3600 header transport. ●1996 KODIAK 24 ft. t/a RV trailer, sleeps 6, hours showing, 1000 pto., 20.8-38 duals, 2 hyd’s, ●10 Ft. poly swath roller. A/C, rubber roof, awning, ladder, microwave, front weights, 12F/3R, powershift, shedded. tub w/ shower, ST205/75R15 tires. GRAIN AUGERS ●1979 CASE 2590 2WD tractor, 180 hp., 8,494 LIVESTOCK RELATED hours, 1000 pto., 3 hyd’s., 12F/3R, powershift. ●(7) - Behlen 11 ft. feed bunks. ●Quantity of HD ●BELARUS 825 MFWD tractor w/ Leon 636 freestanding panels. ●Maternity pen. ●Grooming FEL & bale spear, 100 hp. eng., 3 pt. hitch, 18F/4R chute. ●Mineral lick tank. ●Western saddles & trans., 540/1000 pto., 2 hyd’s., needs some work. assorted tack. ●Livestock vet supplies. ●1982 BELARUS 820 MFWD tractor, 85 hp. engine, front weights, 3 pt. hitch, 18F/4R ●SAKUNDIAK HD8-1600 grain auger w/ hyd. MISCELLANEOUS transmission, 540/1000 pto., 1 hydraulic, shedded. mover & Kohler 32.5 hp. motor, 8”, 53 ft. ●2016 REM VRX grain vac w/ hoses, only ●SAKUNDIAK HD7-45 grain auger w/ Honda 65 hours, 1000 pto., shedded. ●ROCK-OTILLAGE & SEEDING MATIC 546 bat reel rock picker, shedded. 13 hp. electric start motor, 7”, 45 ft. ●BRANDT grain auger w/ Kohler Command ●Hotsy 795SS pressure washer w/ hose, Pro 27 hp. motor, 7”, 51 ft., 215/70R15 tires. wand & reel, diesel fired, like new. ●2012 ●FARM KING hyd. driven 5” X 16 ft. utility auger. WACKER NEUSON (4) light tower, 7,075 ●BRANDT 7”, 45’ PARTS auger, Kawasaki motor. hours showing, 15.4 hp. Kubota diesel, 120V & 240V outlets.●1650 Gallon poly water tank. GRAIN BINS ●150 Gallon slip tank w/ 12V pump, hose & ●EZEE-ON 7500 air seeder w/ Ezee-On 3175 Grain Bins Sell Offsite - Directions on Website auto shut off nozzle. ●16 ft. hyd. driven dual TBH 175 bushel 2 compartment tank, 36 ●WESTEEL ROSCO ±2200 bushel 6 ring x 14 ft. ‘V’ hopper on skid. ●(11) 5 Gallon pails of new ft., 10” spacing, single shoot, steel packers, hopper bottom grain bin w/ single skid & ladder. hyd. & engine oil. ●Chain link dog kennel. 7” hydraulic driven load auger, ground driven ●CHIEF WESTLAND & UFA ±3300 bushel 5 ring ●5th Wheel - no rails. ●Quad tires. ●Tow ropes. single fan, rear tank hitch, shedded tank . x 19 ft. flat bottom grain bins w/ wood floors. ●KELLO-BILT HD t/a offset disc, 24 ft., ●WESTEEL ROSCO ±2000 bushel 6 ring x 14 ●±(20) - Pallets of general farm items. See Website For More Pictures! 10” spacing, notched front & rear discs, ft. flat bottom grain bin with wood floor. ●MIL ±2000 bushel 6 ring x 14 ft. flat bottom floating hitch, 9.5L -15 tires. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This auction will have a 3 ●BOURGAULT 7200 72 ft. heavy harrow, 5 bar. grain bin with wood floor. day loadout time frame. A nice line of well ●JOHN DEERE 610 cultivator w/ anhydrous kit, ●WESTEEL ROSCO ±2400 bushel 7 ring x 14 maintained mostly shedded equipment is UP4BIDS! 39 ft., 12” spacing, 4 bar harrows, rear hitch. ft. flat bottom grain bin with wood floor . For more info. call or text Carol @ (403) 740-2994 ●JTL 19 ft. steel flat bottom grain bin ring. ●70 ft. diamond harrow bar. OR Dunkle Auctions @ (403) 740-6251.
Call or Text – Carol: (403) 740-2994 Dunkle Auctions: 1-877-UP4BIDS (874-2437) AB License #209769