March 27 Weekly Review

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 Vol. 47, No. 13

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Irma Aces win Provincial Championship

Host team takes gold at U13 Tier 3 Hockey Alberta tournament Patricia Harcourt Editor

It couldn’t get much sweeter for the Irma Aces hosting the U13 Tier 3 provincials last weekend.

But the team then went on to win the provincial title in front of a home town crowd on Sunday.

The Aces hosted the 2024 Hockey Alberta Provincial Championship Tournament at the Irma Arena March 21-24. They played to win all weekend and were rewarded by clinching the gold in a championship face off with Hughenden Jets.

Games started Thursday with the Aces shutting out the St. Albert Silverbacks 11-0.

The opening ceremonies on Friday afternoon featured a light show flashing around the arena as each team skated onto the ice in a darkened arena.

Irma Mayor Mervin Firkus gave the official greeting on behalf of the village, along with remarks from Mike Soucy.

Soucy also performed the

official puck drop with Aces and Smoky River players facing off.

The Aces then played Smoky River Pirates and handily won the game102. In fact, Irma’s only defeat in the tournament was on Saturday against the Cochrane Rockies where they lost 8-4. But the Aces quickly rallied and came back strong for the next day and their winning streak continued to the finals.

Playoffs Sunday morning saw the Hughenden Jets defeat Cochrane Rockies 6-3 (Pool B) in the early game, and the Aces defeat Foremost Flyers 4-2 in Pool A. This left the Aces and Jets to face off in the Final. In an exciting finish the Aces defeated the Jets 5-3 to take gold at their own tournament.

Other participants included the Bow River Bruins and Manning Comets for a total of eight teams in all. The best players in Alberta contributed to a weekend of fast paced hockey action for all the fans who attended.

PHOTO SUBMITTED The Irma Aces U13 team pose with their Championship banner after taking the provincial U13 Tier 3 Championship on the weekend. Team players, not in order, are: #2 Lex Anderson, #4 Parker Lesko, #5 Trey Gulbraa, #7 Hayden Smith, #8 Runa Erickson, #9 Knox Smith, #10 Matthias Beer, #11 Kohlten Anquist, #12 Keetley Gulbraa, #13 Guage Petersen, #15 Levi Larson, #31 Conall Rue; Head Coach Jesse Gulbraa, Assistant Coaches Trevor Anquist and Darcy Gulbraa, and Manager Trisha Rue. See more photos on Page 2.

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Irma Aces host exciting U13 Provincial Championships

PARTRICIA HARCOURT PHOTOS Mike Soucy makes the official puck drop with Irma Aces’ Keetley Gulbraa (#12 at left) and Smoky River Pirates’ Zac Therreault (#11) during provincial opening ceremonies at the Irma Arena on Friday afternoon.

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Lots of discussion at Viking open house Patricia Harcourt Editor

The Viking Senior Centre was abuzz with activity the evening of Wednesday, March 20, as the Town of Viking held an open house.

People came out to talk discuss issues with their mayor, councillors, and town administration.

They got a chance to ask questions and get information on issues of concern to them.

There were also many organizations on hand to

offer information about their activities.

Volunteers came out for Viking/Beaver FCSS, Viking RCMP, Community Wellness Society, Rural Bylaw, Wainwright Assessment Group Ltd., The Inspections Group, Nutec Electro Tel, Beaver County Victim Services, and Beaver Emergency Services Commission, or BESC. Some residents were concerned about the move to reconfigure Victim Services to larger

zones in the province.

This would mean the dissolving of local groups like Beaver County Victim Services.

The local board and offices now being operated out of RCMP detachments in Viking and Tofield will be gone once the new system is put in place. There is discussion, however, of the local board becoming an advisory group for the new zone board coming onstream.

The town’s internet provider was there to

Town of Viking CAO Doug Lefsrud discusses issues with two residents at the open house.

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which stated in part: “Our community is an active rural community with everything you need,” he said. “A vibrant business community, active volunteers who support our families and well being, as well as a variety of sports activi-

ties to appeal to all ages.”

Town of Viking Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud said he hoped the open house would help residents to understand the town and its operations, and be a guide for services available in the community.

Viking Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud (left) and town Councillor Julianna Merta (right) “man” the Town of Viking information booth at the open house.

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explain the latest offers to entice residents to sign up. Viking fibre internet offers increased speeds and decreased pricing, explained Erick Preza, account manager for Nutec Electro Tel. With technology upgrades completed, the provider is offering unlimited data packages and free installation for a limited time.

Viking Beaver FCSS is busy offering tax services for low income seniors.

The organization provides support and help to those requiring assistance.

The Viking Wellness Society has a mandate to work for the health and wellness of its citizens. The latest project is the walking trail which is nearing completion.

The Town of Viking distributed a package of information regarding services and economic development policy.

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Viking Council reconsiders pump track location Patricia Harcourt Editor

Viking Council is reconsidering the location of the proposed pump track, a project aimed at providing young people with a place to recreate.

The initial location adjacent to Troll Park has received some criticism for lying between the roadway to the north and CN Rail tracks where trains run often through the town. The proximity to road and train traffic is not sitting well with some as a place for young people to gather, including the Lions Club in town.

At the March 18 council meeting, the discussion started with Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud stating: “We need partnership with a community group so they can apply for funding for the project.”

Costs were given as

$11,000 for concept drawings on a possible $160,000 project.

Mayor Jamie Buttner asked if the project could be done in stages, which would make the costs easier to handle.

“It will be a community project,” said CAO Lefsrud. “I see this as being a three to four year project. (The partnership) is basically an anchor to give us money.”

But Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud supported the park location, stating that the park “gives us a chance to beautify the park, to clean it out.”

The Viking Lions expressed interest in the project, but CAO Lefsrud said the group “would like to adopt an area and make (it) a Lions Park.”

He added: “The Lions have concerns (the pump track) would be too close to the road and

the train tracks.”

On the other hand, he said there is “no other location with the lighting and green space” of the park.”

Buttner asked if there might be “a chunk of soil” that everyone could agree on as the location.

“Every community has a Lions Park,” CAO Lefsrud replied. “I would be willing to work with the Lions for (such) a park.”

To that, Councillor Dana Ewashko added: “The Lions are not interested in funding the $11,000…They want something tangible, they’re not interested in funding ideas.”

“We need concept drawings so we can. present something,” replied Deputy Mayor Lefsrud, in order to apply for funds.

Ewashko replied that, “if the project’s a go, (the Lions) will commit.”

CAO Lefsrud added that: “The Lions are in the best position as a community group for grant applications,” although there are other community groups in town.

A motion by Deputy Mayor Lefsrud that council support the project and concept drawings up to $11,000 was defeated 4-1.

Buttner felt council needed more information, including alternative locations.

Councillor Julianna Merta added: “If we change the location, it would alter the concept drawings.”

Mayor Buttner’s motion to have a meeting on the issue, reach out to other communities to see what they have done, and look at other properties before going ahead.

“I think we’ve got lots of good irons in the fire,” he said.

Deputy Mayor Lefsrud added, however, that properties in residential areas should not be considered due to the hours a pump track would attract people to recreate.

“We do have a couple of options,” said CAO Lefsrud, promising to “facilitate a meeting and have more conversations about the location.”

After that comment, council passed the mayor’s motion. At previous council meetings, the idea of building a pump track was considered a positive step “to support child and youth recreation activities as well as enhance and update the park,” said CAO Lefsrud’s report.

“It would attract peo-

ple of all ages to the park as well as the town.

It would be utilized by all ages and skill levels and can be used for bikes, skateboards and rollerblades.”

More importantly, “it would provide a place for youth in Viking to gather and play and promote a healthy lifestyle.”

As well, “it would give the town a project to work towards which currently we do not have,” Lefsrud stated in his report.

Lefsrud’s preferred alternative had been for council to approve the project so the town could move forward to look for contractors and gather quotes. However, now council will be looking for alternative land options around the community before seeking further planning.

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WORD ON THE STREET Potential phone fraud reported to RCMP Barb Chrystian 780-385-0631 On March 18, police received a complaint of uttering threats. The complainant advised he had an argument with his mother, at which time the mother’s new partner became involved. Police determined no direct threat was uttered to support a charge.

That same day, police received a complaint of a telephone fraud. The complainant advised he received a phone call from a male who spoke very quickly, and when the complainant asked the male to repeat himself the male mentioned the firefighters. The complainant realized this was a possible fraud and disconnected the call.

On March 19, police responded to a complaint of mischief. The complainant advised of a property that had a gate lock cut and the bales blocking the entry were pushed through the gate.

There was minimal damage and no further damage was located.

That same morning, police received a complaint of a theft from a business in Kinsella.

This matter is still under investigation.

That afternoon, police were provided with footage of a suspicious truck that had entered a property in Bruce. There was no theft or damage to the property.

Later that afternoon, police received a request to conduct a wellbeing check. Police located the vehicle and spoke with the driver who advised she was just struggling with a recent break up.

No concerns for her safety were observed.

Also this day, police learned that Taylor Kootenay had failed to attend court in Vegreville to answer to unrelated charges previously laid

by Viking RCMP. A warrant for her arrest was issued. Upon arrest, she will be facing an additional charge.

On March 21, police received a complaint of fraud. The complainant advised money was missing from her bank account. It was determined that the money was withdrawn by her ex-husband. The complainant was advised the matter was civil in nature.

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OPINION Hon. Damien Kurek, Battle River-Crowfoot MP

Liberals Deny Canadians a Choice on the Carbon Tax On April 1, the Liberal-NDP costly coalition will raise the carbon tax by a whopping 23 per cent, the next step in their plan to increase it to 170 dollars a ton. Conservatives gave the MPs from the Liberal backbench, the NDP, and Bloc Quebecois a chance to stand up for Canadians and their constituents and stop the forthcoming hike… but they chose instead to continue to prop up the Government.

This tax hike is coming at the worst possible time. Canadians are struggling after eight years of Prime Minister

Trudeau’s inflationary spending and taxes. MPs had a chance to listen to their constituents and bring some desperately needed relief this week on two occasions.

They could have voted for a CommonSense Conservative motion Wednesday to spike the hike, but they didn’t, which is why Pierre Poilievre introduced a motion of non-confidence this past week.

This past Thursday, Conservatives debated, and Parliament voted on a confidence motion to give Canadians a carbon tax election. The NDP and Bloc could have voted to give Canadians the power, but they did not. The Liberal-NDP-Bloc

News from the Legislature Jackie Lovely, MLA Positive news for Alberta’s economy Alberta received positive news in February when our economy gained an additional 17,000 jobs! Further, the majority of the jobs that were added were full-time jobs, which is great news for thousands of Alberta families, who will have a regular paycheque they can rely on to pay their bills and save for the future.

Alberta is quite literally the economic engine of Canada, and this was proven yet again in February, when we were responsible for 43 per cent of all jobs added in the entire country, despite having only 12 per cent of the country’s population.

In the past 12 months alone, we have added nearly 100,000 jobs, with almost 80 per cent of those being full-time positions.

These numbers show the strength of our economy, and they are only rising. Alberta continues to see large gains in highvalue, high paying sectors, and our competitive tax rate, highly skilled workforce, abundant natural resources, and world-class education system means that we will continue to be the economic engine of Canada.

The addition of so many jobs is important, not only for the Camrose region, but also for each and every person who lives in Alberta. These jobs are high-quality, well-paying jobs that help Albertans to put food on their tables and money in their pockets.

With the inflation crisis that has been brought upon us by the federal government, many people have had difficulty paying their bills, buying groceries, and putting gas in their cars. That is why it is crucial that we ensure Albertans are able to find quality jobs close to home.

Alberta is growing rapidly, and with more people arriving in our province, there are more workers ready and able to meet the needs of Alberta employers. Ensuring that people are able to come to our province and find well-paying and reliable jobs is crucial to the growth of our economy, and the prosperity of all Albertans.

This increase in job numbers signifies very strong and positive momentum for the province, by ensuring that Alberta

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coalition instead abandoned their constituents and decided to prop up the historically unpopular Liberal Prime Minister in the twilight of his disastrous Government. In fact, since NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, was elected the NDP have voted with Trudeau on 93 per cent of confidence votes, and all confidence votes since the 2021 election.

Seventy per cent of Canadians oppose Justin Trudeau’s April 1 tax hike, and seventy per cent of provincial premiers – including the Liberal Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and provincial Liberal parties in Ontario, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick – have asked the Prime Minister to stop this painful tax increase before it’s too late. But the truth is that the costly coalition is no longer listening to Canadians.

While the Liberals crow about how great everything is going for them, all while Canadians are hurting. The leftleaning coalition whose policies are dominating the public agenda of the nation are

causing economic misery for so many. A simple example of this is skyrocketing food bank usage, of which these essential community organizations that have always been there for those who need it are expecting to see a million more people, only more devastation on top of last year’s record usage.

Justin Trudeau has created the worst economic conditions since the great depression, and Canadians have lost faith in his Government. Only Common-Sense Conservatives will axe the tax, bring home lower prices for everyone, and lead a government that you can trust.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, you are encouraged to write Damien at 4945-50th Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, text 403-575-5625, or e-mail damien.kurek@parl.gc.ca. If you are in need of assistance regarding a Federal Government program, or need assistance and don’t know where to turn, feel free to reach out to MP Kurek’s office.

continues to be a place that people are able to start businesses, find work, raise their families, and be proud to call their home.

A thriving job market aligns with our government’s mandate to prioritize job growth and economic prosperity and strength in an effort to position Alberta as an attractive destination for both businesses and people who are ready to work.

I am proud to live in the prosperous

province of Alberta, and I am even more proud to represent the hard-working people of Camrose as their MLA. I firmly believe that Albertans are some of the hardest workers, and the addition of 17,000 jobs in one month shows the truth of that.

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Deadline looming for Social Employment Opportunity Studies curriculum public input Town of Viking Leslie Cholowsky Staff Reporter

The Province is looking for public feedback on a new draft social studies curriculum, but the deadline for doing so midnight is April 2. The draft curriculum is only about the K to Grade 6 information, with Grades 7 - 12 to be included in future engagement activities.

The Province says that the feedback received will be used to “further refine the new 2024 draft K-6 social studies curriculum before its expected release in the spring to help teachers prepare for classroom piloting.”

Social Studies in the study of history, geography, economics, civics and citizenship, and government and politics, the subject overview states.

The Draft curriculum, which is online at curricu lum.learnalberta.ca goes through the proposed cur-

riculum grade by grade, including Kindergarten, outlining each grade’s learning outcome.

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Grades 4 to 6 mathematics and English language arts and literature, and K-3 French first language and literature and French immersion language arts

and literature, and science curriculums (September 2023.)

From September 2023 to January 2024, Alberta Education met with education partners, teachers, multicultural organizations, Indigenous and francophone communities, and other education specialists to inform development of the scope and sequence of K to Grade 12 social studies curriculum and the content of the draft K-6 social studies curriculum.

A preliminary survey saw 12,800 surveys completed

by Albertans, leading to a new draft K to 12 social studies subject overview and K-6 social studies curriculum for Albertans to review and provide feedback on in March 2024.

The Alberta Teachers’ Association says it is offering suggestions to government on how it can improve the draft “by ensuring that the perspective of teachers Continued on Page 12

IRMA NEWS

IRMA NEWS

saddened to hear of the passing of David Frye of Fabyan. He grew up east of Irma and attended Irma School. Our sympathy to his wife Marilyn and sons, mother Elsie Frye of Fabyan, and sister Donna (Chester) Ford and family of Irma.

It is time to register for

the junior golf program at the Irma Golf Course.

The annual public library Open House is Wednesday, March 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 pm.

I wish everyone Easter blessings in the week ahead. Staff and students will return to school on April 8.

By Marjorie Lawson

Get well wishes go out to Chase Lawson who is receiving care at the Stollery in Edmonton.

Congratulations to the U13 Irma Aces who became provincial champions at the tournament in Irma over the weekend.

Much appreciation goes out to all the volunteers who helped make the event so successful.

The Irma United Church is holding their Spring Supper and Auction on Wednesday, April 3 beginning at 5 p.m. There will be lots of live and silent auction items available.

Our community was

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Summer Employment Positions Public Works – Summer Maintenance Duties and Responsibilities 1. This position reports to the Town Foreman 2. Operation of various equipment (including Mowers, Water Pumps, Weed Eaters, Sprayers, Tramper) and vehicles (Including Town Pickup Truck with Trailer hauling water tank/mower) 3. Perform a variety of safe and efficient manual labour related duties 4. Maintaining the grounds & foliage of the Town & Town Cemetery 5. Small roadwork repair & maintenance (filling pot holes/painting lines) 6. Ability to work in all types of weather 7. Willingness to participate in basic safety training as required Qualifications 1. Be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently 2. Ability to operate mowers and equipment 3. Strong customer service and verbal communication skills 4. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently 5. Valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license (drivers abstract required) 6. Must have the ability to use hand tools and lift heavy objects, if required 7. First aid certification would be an asset but not necessary 8. Ability to work flexible hours and weekends, if required

Eastview Campground Summer Employee Duties and Responsibilities 1. This position reports to the Town Foreman 2. Manage bookings for the Campground through the online calendar system 3. Answer phones calls, return messages, and respond to emails 4. Take payments 5. Cash out daily 6. Computer skills and recordkeeping 7. Cleaning Bathrooms & Showers DAILY 8. Operation of various equipment and vehicles (Mower & Weed eater) (Town Pickup Truck) 9. Perform a variety of safe and efficient manual labour related duties 10. Ability to work in all types of weather 11. Willingness to participate in basic safety training as required Qualifications 1. Be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently 2. Ability to operate mowers and equipment 3. Strong customer service and verbal communication skills 4. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently 5. Attention to Detail for Cleanliness of Bathroom Facilities 6. Valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license (drivers abstract required) 7. Must have the ability to use hand tools and lift heavy objects, if required 8. First aid certification would be an asset but not necessary 9. Ability to work flexible hours and weekends, when larger community events are scheduled The Town of Viking thanks all applicants for your interest however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please complete the Application for Employment form on the website.

Applications can be submitted to: Doug Lefsrud, CAO Town of Viking Box 369 Viking, Alberta T0B 4N0 780-336-3466 Email: accounting@viking.ca

Viking Museum & Anglican Church - Summer Employee Duties and Responsibilities 1. This position reports to the Viking Historical Society.

2. Operation of various equipment (including Mowers, Weed Eaters) 3. Perform a variety of safe and efficient manual labour related duties 4. Maintaining the grounds & foliage of the Museum, Anglican Church & Hall 5. Guiding Tours through the Museum & Anglican Church and Hall 6. Cataloguing Artifacts 7. Cleaning & Organizing Qualifications 1. Be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently 2. Ability to operate mowers 3. Strong customer service and verbal communication skills 4. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently 5. Ability to work flexible hours and weekends, if required

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Email resume to: vikinginsurance@baughan.ca We thank everyone for their applications, however, only those chosen for interview will be contacted.

The Viking Historical Society thanks all applicants for your interest however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please complete the Application for Employment form on the Town website.

Applications can be submitted to: Mike Lawes, Viking Historical Society Box 106 Viking, Alberta T0B 4N0

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Mayor warns dogs still running at large causing frustration for some residents Patricia Harcourt Editor Viking Mayor James Buttner raised the ongoing issue of dogs running at large during council’s March 18 meeting.

Buttner also expressed concern for the amount of time and money being spent on the issue without any results.

And he warned that some residents might be tempted to take the matter into their own hands if something.isn’t done soon.

The complaint occurred during the bylaw enforcement portion of the meeting, which showed there were four dog-at-large complaints reported for February.

There were also three barking dog complaints.

The report stated bylaw spoke to the owners of the dogs but Buttner said the situation is still happening in March after witnessing a dog barking at a young person in town.

“The (dog) owners are not capable or competent

to deal with this,” he said, adding he has received other calls that a certain dog was running on other residents’ property as well.

“It’s been (happening) many times and it needs to be addressed,” said Buttner, noting: “The RCMP can’t do anything.”

CAO Doug Lefsrud reported: “We’ve tried so many different avenues but we end up empty handed,” he said, in terms of results.

He promised to once again talk to the bylaw officer, public works and the RCMP about the matter.

He also suggested the town “will pursue legal avenues.”

He explained: “If we can’t catch the dog off the property we can’t do anything with it…When bylaw and public works were sent over (to investigate) the dog was already in the house.”

The town has also had complaints that a dog was chasing students at the school.

He noted that residents have expressed disappoint-

ment at how the issue has been handled.

“We will look for the next opportunity to handle it,” he added.

But Buttner warned

something had to be done: “It’s coming,” he said, “that scenario of taking it into their own hands.”

CAO Lefsrud said: “I hope (they) will go through

proper channels,” referring to frustrated residents.

Buttner also complained about “how much time and energy is going into these specifics,” adding: “It’s

time the community is aware about the money being spent on this stuff.”

Lefsrud replied: “I’ll do everything I can to try and make this better.”

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Viking U11 Gas Kings host Playoffs over weekend Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries).

Irma U15 Female Aces dropped a 4-1 road playoff game on Saturday against Lakeland. Aces Amilie Keller scored from Rhyan Fraser and Gray Fenton to tie the game in the first period but Lakeland scored three more for the win.

Irma U11 Aces dropped a playoff weekend final against Bonnyville on Sunday 64 at Vermilion. During

the playoff weekend, Irma beat Provost 8-2 on Friday.

Then on Saturday, Aces beat Lloydminster 7-6, followed by a loss to Bonnyville 5-3, prior to beating Vermilion 4-3.

In the Sunday final against Bonnyville, Irma fell behind 3-0 in the first frame before scoring two late in the period to make the game close.

Aces scored first in the second period to tie the game at 3-3 before Bonnyville scored late in the middle frame to retake the lead.

Irma tied the game again early in the third, but Bonnyville scored two late goals to win the contest. Logan Leskow led the charge for Irma,

scoring twice in a 3-point game. Other scorers were; Anson Banks (1g 1a), Jeremiah Beer (1g), and Rhett Pfesterer (1a).

Over the weekend Jeremiah scored 15 goals for Irma.

Viking hosted the U11 playoffs over the weekend, losing two games.

Pembina was the eventual playoff winner. On Friday, Viking dropped a 6-1 game against Tofield with Kaelen Hakes connecting from Liam Doucette. On Saturday the Gas Kings lost 6-2 against St. Paul. Stetson Shepley got a goal and an assist in the contest.

Also scoring was Matthew Lampitt, and Peyton Bird picked up an assist.

Viking Council revisits ice rental rates Patricia Harcourt Editor

Viking Council decided to slightly increase ice rental rates for 202425 at the Viking Carena Complex, taking the lower option given by administration.

The decision had been tabled to the March 18 meeting where council was presented with three options for rental fees.

“Due to increasing utility costs and in preparation for the 2024-2025 facility user contracts, there has been a specific focus on ice rental fees for the upcoming August to March season,” stated CAO Doug Lefsrud, in his report.

Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud’s motion to adopt Option #2 as the rental fee schedule for the coming year was passed.

The first option was to have no rate increase.

Council chose a smaller increase with the second option. The third

option would have been a higher increase and council rejected that for the time being.

“I don’t think we want to jump it up so much in just one year,” said Deputy Mayor Lefsrud, as her reason for choosing option two. She added that a smaller increase would be easier for stakeholders to accept.

“We can do a little every year,” she said, in terms of rental rates.

But she also noted that, “this increase will raise fees.”

Mayor Jamie Buttner agreed that “to go from option one to three all at once (would be) a little steep.”

Another motion was passed which read: “That a line item be added to the Master Rates Bylaw to include the Viking Wings in the local costs in option two.”

Council felt this would help to clarify the issue for the team, by putting it right into what will be a revised

bylaw.

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Projects supported to maximize water supply and delivery of drinking water to communities The province plans to invest in projects that will maximize water supply and deliver adequate drinking water to communities this year.

The government made the announcement on Monday as part of its plan to help municipalities during the risk of drought feared for 2024.

Alberta’s largest innovation agency, Alberta Innovates, has invested more than $75 million through its Water Innovation Program, supporting 101 completed projects, with 65 more in the works. All 166 projects represent a total project value of more than $256 million.

These projects are helping researchers and industry accelerate the development of new technology that will deliver safe, secure drinking water to communities and promote healthy aquatic ecosystems.

Water Innovation Program projects that come under environment technologies are funded under four themes: future water supply and watershed management; healthy aquatic ecosystems; water conservation, efficiency and productivity; and water quality protection. As the province faces a risk of extreme drought, these technologies are more important than ever.

“Technology is driving innovation in every industry.

Each project supported through this funding will help us bring real-world solutions to real-world problems, that include a high-performing responsive waste management system for our province,” said Nate Glubish, Minister of Technology and Innovation “We are investing in innovation and technologies that will help us maximize Alberta’s water supply to fight drought. These innovative projects are part of our work to modernize and transform how water is used in this province, finding new and better ways to manage, conserve and use our most precious resource,” added Rebecca Schulz, Minister of Environment and Protected Areas One of the technologies, developed at the University of Alberta uses a granular sludge reactor to increase the amount of processed water that can be reused and recycled. It will also increase the performance and capacity of municipal water treatment facilities. The project is currently being piloted at a City of Calgary wastewater treatment plant and is showing promise.

As Alberta continues to diversify its economy, innovations like these are critical. They will not only help create a clean tech industry for water treatment but also improve the province’s marketability and competitiveness with

these technologies for a global market.

“Water is always taken for granted until such time as there is none. The Water Innovation Program creates the knowledge and technologies to help ensure a safe, secure and reliable water supply, so our communities, businesses, farms and ecosystems have the water they need now and into the future,” said Laura Kilcrease, CEO, Alberta Innovates "The University of Alberta is committed to bringing our expertise to bear to address the grand challenges of our time. We are pleased to be working once again with Alberta Innovates and the Government of Alberta, as well as other collaborators, to accelerate the development of key technologies that will ensure Albertans can rely on a clean water supply today and for generations to come,” added Aminah Robinson Fayek, vice-president (Research and Innovation), University of Alberta Working with the government, Alberta Innovates supports resource and technology companies, small- and medium-sized enterprises, and post-secondary institutions in research, technology development and commercialization.

Beaver County Council meets with Ministers and at Rural Municupalities Association Convention

Beaver County Council and Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely held a conversation with Advanced Education Minister Rajan Sawhney at the recent Rural Municipalities Association (RMA) Convention held in Edmonton. Said Lovely: “We are all passionate about the Nursing program returning to U of A Augustana and will continue our conversation.” Shown in the photo are, from left: Councillor Dale Pederson, MLA Jackie Lovely, Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec, Minister Sawhney, Councillor Barry Brruce and Reeve Kevin Smook.

At the recent Rural Municipalities Association (RMA) convention in Edmonton, some Beaver County Council members were able to meet with Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver to discuss issues earmarked as important to the county. From left to right are: Camrose MLA Jackie, Lovely, Beaver County Councillor Dale Pederson, Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver, and Beaver County Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec.

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Beaver County Chronicle, March 27, 2024 - 3

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ȵȸǣǼ ‫ גא׎א ً׎׏‬ ³( ‫ ב׏׎׎(ٮגאٮ׎א׎׎א׎‬ ǼƏȇ !ƏǝȒȒȇ ǼƏȇ ƏȇƳ 0ȸǣȇ !ƏǝȒȒȇ ¨ǼƏȇ ‫ ٕחח׎דאב׏‬ǼȒƬǸ ‫ ٕ׏‬nȒɎ ‫ ה‬ǼȒƬƏɎƺƳ ǣȇ ³á‫ٮ׎אٮ׏דٮהבٮ‬á‫ ג‬ (ǣɀƬȸƺɎǣȒȇƏȸɵ ȸɵ Èɀƺ ٫ ³ȒǼƏȸ !ȒǼǼƺƬɎȒȸɀً JȸȒɖȇƳ xȒɖȇɎ ٢‫׎׎׎ً׏‬ ɀȷِǔɎ ǔɎِ ǣȇ ƏȸƺƏ٣ ٫ ȸƺɀǣƳƺȇɎǣƏǼ ɖɀƺ

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ȵȸǣǼ ‫ גא׎א ً׎׏‬ ³( ‫ ג׏׎׎(ٮגאٮ׎א׎׎א׎‬ IǼɖƺȇɎ ³ȒǼƏȸ nn! nƏȇƬƺ ƏȇƳ «ƏƬǝƺǼ 0ȇǕǼȒɎ ¨ǼƏȇ ‫ ٕהוו׏א׏׏‬ǼȒƬǸ ‫ ٕ׏‬nȒɎ ‫ ׏‬ǼȒƬƏɎƺƳ ǣȇ ³á‫ٮח׏ٮ׎דٮד׏ٮ‬á‫ ג‬ (ǣɀƬȸƺɎǣȒȇƏȸɵ ȸɵ Èɀƺ ٫ ³ȒǼƏȸ !ȒǼǼƺƬɎȒȸɀً ³ɎȸɖƬɎɖȸƺ xȒɖȇɎ ٢‫ הבِ׎אג‬ɀȷِǔɎ ǔɎِ ǣȇ ƏȸƺƏ Ȓȇ ȵȸǣȅƏȸɵ ȸɵ ǝȒȅƺ٣ ٫ ȸƺɀǣƳƺȇɎǣƏǼ ɖɀƺ

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ƺ Ə ɮ ƺ ȸ ! Ȓ ɖ ȇ Ɏ ɵ ۴ ‫ ׎ ד ٮ ׎ א ׏ ד‬Ɏ ǝ ³ Ɏ ȸ ƺ ƺ Ɏ ً Ȓ ɴ ‫ « ً ׎ ג ׏‬ɵ Ǽ ƺ ɵ ً Á ‫ ׎ ג ׎‬۴ ‫ ׎ ב ו ב ٮ ב ה ה ٮ ׎ ז ו‬۴ ƫ ƺ Ə ɮ ƺ ȸ ِ Ə ƫ ِ Ƭ Ə

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Agriculture Minister and MLA meet with crop group Patricia Harcourt Local representatives from municipal governments met with Agriculture Minister RJ Sigurdson along with Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely and other MLAs at a recent meet and greet for the Alberta Crops Team group.

D'Arcy Hilgartner of Alberta Grains and Scott Keller with Alberta

Pulse Growers were also on hand as provincial representatives for their sectors.

“We can be very proud of the work they are doing to represent not only our community but the entire province,” stated Lovely.

“And I’m delighted, we had two gentlemen from our community who spent their time and provided feed back to assist the Minister and

their sectors.”

Team Alberta Crops represents a working collaboration between seven of Alberta's crop commissions: Alberta Canola, Alberta Grains, Alberta Pulse Growers, Alberta-British Columbia Seed Growers, Alberta Sugar Beets and the Potato Growers of Alberta.

Collectively the group represents about 40,000 farmer members.

Alberta's crop sector farmers were invited to a meet and mingle in advance of the growing season held on March 13 at the Alberta Legislature in Edmonton.

The Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation Minister delivered remarks at the gathering, reported Lovely.

Beaver County notes for Feb. 21 council Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Council approved new appointments to the Intermunicipal Subdivision and Development Appeal Board at council’s Feb. 21 meeting.

The appointments included Jennifer Goertzen and Cathy McRae, both for terms that expire as of March 31, 2027.

Another motion by Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec was passed to send a letter to outgoing SDAB board member Al Reynolds “thanking Mr. Reynolds for his service, impeccable knowledge and commitment upon his retirement from the board.”

Council also rescheduled the May 15 meeting of council to May 22 through a motion by Councillor Dale Pederson (Division 5). After a closed session, council passed a motion regarding a gravel adjacent to a pit on the east side of the county.

A motion by Pederson was passed, which read: “That council authorize administration to enter into a Road Allowance Aggregation Royalty Agreement with Alberta Transportation for the removal of aggregate located under Range Road 120 adjacent to the gravel pit located at SW-19-46-11-W4 at a rate of $2.40 per tonne.

A closed session was held early in

the meeting to discuss the gravel issue along with changing of appointments to the Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission.

Council passed a motion to appoint Reeve Kevin Smook (Division 1) as the primary representative on the Highway 14 Regional Water Service Commission’s board.

Councillor Barry Bruce (Division 4) is to be the alternate representing the county.

Chief Administrative Officer Kayleena Spiess indicated the closed session was held to discuss a letter from the Highway 14 Water Commission board, which contained

a request from the commission. No other explanation was given for this circumstance.

Pederson initially made the motion to state that Reeve Smook was to replace himself as the county’s primary representative on the board.

However, the word ‘replace’ was not included in the final passed motion.

Instead, it simply stated that Smook (as primary rep) and Bruce (as alternate) were to be appointed to the commission.

Hrabec said that, although the request for the change was made “to ensure the Municipal Government Act is being followed, he still had concerns “how it transpired.”

Heavy police presence near Lindbrook Tuesday, suspect arrested On the morning of Tuesday, March 26, Tofield RCMP advised of a heavy police presence in the area of Range Road 201 and Township

Road 512 in Lindbrook.

At 12:17 p.m. that day, RCMP announced the alert had been lifted.

In an update, RCMP advised that a suspect has been arrested and no injuries have been reported.

Police remained in the area as the

investigation continued.

Additional details will be released once information becomes available.

LISA KUFLAY PHOTO

The Weekly Review, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - Page 11-

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Kinsella Rose Seniors Club News Hope everyone is looking forward to spring. It has been sometime since we have brought you news from our club.

The club has been very busy with floor curling. In February we had an AFCA bonspiel in Fort Saskatchewan with team Glen attending. And two invitational bonspiels with an all ladies bonspiel held in Sedgewick on February 12. The teams are made up from the different teams attending. This was a very fun and enjoyable day had by all.

Daysland hosted an invitational bonspiel on February 22 with two teams attending. Team Glen placed second and team Ron placed third. Team Ron went to Round Hill for an invitational bonspiel on February 29 and came home with second place.

On March 6, we had two teams go to an AFCA bonspiel in Vegreville and an invitational on March 8 at NWESS with team Glen attending. On March 18, two teams went to an

invitational bonspiel in Sedgewick with team Ron placing first. On March 20, both teams attended an AFCA bonspiel at SEESA with Ron's team being winners. Then March 21, the two teams attended Tofield AFCA bonspiel, with team Ron doing the winning. Team Ron consists of Ron Mizera, Bob Cormack, Maurice Furmanek and Ken Mabeuf. Team Glen consists of Glen and Chere' Wood and Colin and Evelyn Lang.

There are five bonspiels coming up in April, starting with Kinsella hosting an AFCA bonspiel on April 8. Our team Ron will be attending the Alberta 55+ Winter Games in Camrose on April 1920-21.

We held our regular meeting on Wednesday, March 13, and made final arrangements for our bonspiel which is being held on April 8 with 16 teams attending.

Following our regular meeting we held our AGM with positions

being filled by acclamation. They are: President Bob Cormack, Vice-President Cheryl McKie, Secretary Evelyn Lang, Treasurer Glen Wood.

And other committees are filled by all members.

We are wishing team Ron the best of luck in the Alberta 55+ Winter Games.

We are also wishing everyone a Happy Easter.

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Continued from Page 7 is kept front and centre.”

Jason Schilling, ATA president, says, “We have always maintained that teachers, who bring the curriculum to life every day in their classrooms, should be at the forefront of curriculum development. While the ATA has been given the opportunity to react to this cur-

riculum draft, teachers must be active participants in the process moving forward.”

Nancy Luyckfassel, ATA curriculum lead, says there is still much work to be done. “The current draft is an improvement over the disastrous 2021 version; however, further improvement is required.

The feedback of active teachers must be reflected before the next draft hits the classroom.”

The Association adds, “The ATA is organizing

focus groups with teachers and curriculum specialists to take a deeper look at the latest draft.

Their task will be to make specific recommendations and identify how to best prepare teachers for piloting and eventual implementation.”

Schilling also noted that Alberta Education under Minister Demetrios Nicolaides has been much more receptive to receiving and acting on teacher advice on curriculum matters.

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The Weekly Review, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - Page 13

Applications now open for Fortis grant Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

Fortis Alberta’s Save Energy Grant is now open for its first round of applications, with a deadline of April 30.

Communities, municipalities, schools, and Indigenous communities are eligible to apply for grant funding. “(The grant) provides funding in making upgrades or improvements that result in energy savings. The fund supports projects that reduce energy consumption and help to efficiently control when and how energy is used,” says the Fortis Alberta website.

Projects that have been approved for the grant funding in the past include energy efficient appliance upgrades, home energy evaluation kits, LED retrofits and lighting conversions, window and door upgrades, insulation upgrades, ice re-surfacer energy efficient upgrade, and solar crosswalk signs.

New this year, projects can receive up to $7,500 and funding can now be used to cover the cost of labour and materials.

Those who are eligible to apply for funding include non-profit organizations, community organizations, municipalities, schools, and Indigenous communities and organizations.

Applicants must currently be served by Fortis Alberta, and be located within their service area.

Ice Rentals Continued from Page 9 CAO Lefsrud said that he would bring back the Master Rates Bylaw at the next meeting of council to revise it based on council’s choice for ice rental fees.

In the proposed revised bylaw the fees will not be charged for local groups and will still be free for school, day-

Part of the application includes explaining how the project will save energy. “Eligible projects must be able to demonstrate energy savings (i.e., through direct reduction in energy, or ability to control when and how energy is used).

Examples of projects that could receive funding include energy efficiency upgrades (LED retrofits, Energy Star appliance upgrades, window and door replacement), electrical heat pumps, renewable energy systems (e.g., solar panels), electrical load management systems, and energy audits and energy kits,” the website says.

Successful applications are guaranteed to receive at least $1,000, to a maximum of $7,500 per project. More than one application can come from one organization, as long as it is for a separate project, although an organization will only receive grant funding once per year.

“Applicants may submit multiple applications for consideration.

However, successful applicants will be awarded funding for only one project, once every calendar year. A project can only receive funding once. If your application is not successful in Round One, applicants may reapply in Round Two,” the website says.

The application deadlines are April 30 and September 30. The criteria for applications

include providing specific project details and goals, demonstrating how energy savings will be measured, outline anticipated benefits for the community, and provide a project budget.

“Applications will be reviewed by the Fortis Alberta Save Energy Grant Selection Committee and will be considered based upon the criteria. Applicants will be informed of their application’s success approximately four weeks after the application deadline,” the website says.

For specifics in project details, the website says an “application (should) clearly explain the initial need for the project or why it has been proposed and provide an overview of the project plan. Any targets or business objectives are identified, and the timeframe expected to meet those goals is also identified.”

Those who receive grant funding will also need to track how the upgrades have saved energy, and provide those numbers in a report to Fortis. Fortis also offers an online electricity calculator, to help determine energy usage and costs.

“The applicant will track and report energy savings. The application clearly demonstrates how energy savings will be measured in kilowatthours (kWh). Any other metrics that will be collected should be listed, e.g., cost savings ($),

care, preschool, public skating, and shinny.

Prime time use of 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends will cost users $160 per hour (up from $150 per hour); non-prime time of 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays is $130 per hour (up from $120 per hour).

Viking Minor Hockey and Viking Skating Club will be charged $130 per hour (up from $120 per hour). Groups from out-

side Viking (non local), summer hockey camps and HSL/PHL/CAJHL will be charged $160 per hour (up from $150 per hour).

And the Icons and 26ers will pay an ice rental fee of $4,750 each per season. This year the charge was $4,500 per season.

The new rates will be incorporated into a revised Master Rates Bylaw in upcoming council meetings.

emissions reductions (metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent), etc,” says the website.

Another key piece of the application will include a budget and a plan for how the organization will secure funds elsewhere in addition to the Fortis grant.

“A project budget must be clearly articulated and include a cost breakdown of materials and labour. The application should demonstrate how remaining additional funds will be secured. In addition to the Save Energy grant, project funding may include a combination of other grants and/or awards,” the website says.

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THE LAMONT

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$14 minimum for first 25 words, 45¢ per word thereafter (G.S.T. not included) PICTURE BOLD $10 $5 Go into The Community Press for an extra $5 ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PREPAID BEFORE INSERTION unless customer has an account in good standing. All advertising subject to the approval of the Publisher.

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COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS Irma United Church Spring Supper and Auction returns Wednesday, April 3 at the Irma School Gym. Supper at 5:30 p.m.

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Live Auction with Grunow Auction Services.

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or Bob Allen 780-806-9307 boballen46209@gmail.com ________________________ The Viking Historical Society will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday, April 11 at 7 p.m. at the Viking Legion Hall. New members are always needed, and everyone is welcome to attend!

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JP’s Country Daycare in Daysland is hiring for a part time ECE worker, 2 days a week to start and casual ECE workers. Email resume to jpcountrydaycare@gmail.com ________________________ StraightVac Services Ltd is hiring - HEAVY DUTY TRUCK AND TRAILER MECHANICS for our new Lamont Location.

Requirements: CVIP License Preferred, Knowledge of Super B Oil Trailers and Heavy Trucks, Work Order Entry, Customer Service, Must work well with others.

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LAND LAND FOR FOR SALE SALE 80 acres - 50 cultivated, 30 in bush. Andrew Area.

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Email resume to operationsmanager@ straightvac.ca.

SERVICES SERVICES Town & Country Guardian Drugs - Killam We have: •a Kodak picture maker.

•a colour/b&w photocopier.

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•a great selection of candles, giftware, and fragrances. toys, games,and plush animals.

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•free gift wrapping.

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Experienced Killam drywall taper/texturer here to help you with any job, big or small.

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Viking Dance Inspirations win FEATURED PROPERTIES silver and gold at first festival FOR SALE Viking Dance Inspirations kicked off the festival season competing at Catch a Rising Star Dance Festival in Camrose.

Our club performed 25 dances ranging from solos to big group numbers in all different genres of dances.

All of the ladies danced their hearts out earning five silver, 14 high silver, five gold and one high gold!

They also earned countless other awards such as most promising for our Acro classes.

Also, a couple of our dancers earned an

Adjudicators Choice award; and, to top it off, our coaches Miss Kendra and Miss Emma have won scholarships to further their education in Acro!

We could not be more proud of our club and are looking forward to the rest of the season.

LAMONT COUNTY

• 5119 - 48 Ave, 4712 - 51 St, 5121 - 48 Ave, & 5116 - 47 Ave Lamont AB. 5,800 sq ft shop on with additional 3 fenced lots across the back alley from the shop property. Shop was used for agricultural machinery repair. All properties must be bought together. Price $650,000

SOLD

• W4-17-53-2-SE both halves Lamont County. 160 acres #2 soil 135 ± acres cultivated near Mundare. Price $640,000 • W4-20-55-27-SE Plan 1023701 Block 1 Lot 1A Lamont County.

138.09 acres in the Lamont Heartland for industrial use. Located North of Highway 15 on Range Road 202. Price $2,990,000

TWO HILLS COUNTY RECREATION LAND • W4-12-55-27 NW 146 acres with 1/2-mile frontage on the North Saskatchewan River. HWY 29 and RR 123 50± acres of cultivation power at property Nicely treed lot for a building site.

Price $350,000

SOLD

STRATHCONA COUNTY • SW Part of NW –23 –53 –23 –W4 40.55 acres North of Highway 16 on Range Road 232 in proposed medium industrial zoning with CP rail line at the border of the property.

Price $7,200,000 • Parts of SW and SE -7-53-22-W4 located at Highway 21 and Lakeland drive 63.62 acres of development land with Highway 21 exposure. The property is within the Bremner and local Employment Area ACP with expected future use of industrial.

Price $5,100,000

Norman Hill

780-449-5622 | nhill01@telus.net www.hillrealty.ca

Steven Hill

Lauren Hill

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REALTOR REALTOR.CA O C CA

MOUNTAIN CENTRAL Licensed in Commercial, Residential, Acreages & Farms

Karen Cannady

Realtor® | Associate Broker

karen@karencannady.com 780-385-8795

FORESTBURG

SOLD

5616 45 Ave, Forestburg, AB 5612 W 46 Ave, Forestburg, AB $475,000 $397,000 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms MLS #A2091285 MLS #A2090457 VIKING BAWLF EDBERG

4904 W 56 St, Forestburg $269,000 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms MLS #A2089164 HARDISTY

NEW!

115 Hanson St., Bawlf $329,000 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, 7 lots MLS#A2116418 CORONATION

5123 54 Ave., Viking $118,000 4 bedrooms, 1 bath MLS #A2106907 DAYSLAND

SOLD

90 Railway Ave., Edberg $229,900 4 bedrooms, 2 baths MLS #A2104697

4407 and 4410 Luken Ave. in Hardisty 2 lots for sale $25,000 ea.

GALAHAD

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD

4713 Windsor Ave Coronation $119,900 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms MLS #A2104181

LOUGHEED

4803 50 St, Lougheed $295,000 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms MLS #A2089268

5110-53 St. Daysland $299,900 2 bedrooms, 3 baths MLS #A2090416

SEDGEWICK

5029 52 St, Daysland $149,900 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom MLS #A2090364

112 Lady Vivian Ave, Galahad $59,900 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom MLS #A2113886

BUFFALO LAKE

CAMROSE

SOLD

39 Sunset Lane, Buffalo 26 Meadowlark Dr. Sedgewick Sands, Rural Stettler County $309,900 $195,000 4 bedrooms, Treed lot across from beach.

2 baths Power, water, sewer set up.

MLS #A2102393 MLS #A2108674

NEW BUNGALOW LISTING IN CAMROSE COMING SOON!

COMMERCIAL

5309 44 St., Killam 415,000. Large storage business plus nearly 2 acres undeveloped land MLS #A2111410

5006 49 Ave, Forestburg $350,000. Liquor Store 2383 Sq Ft MLS #A2086888

4914 46 St, Killam $1,100,000 18 Motel Rooms + 2 Suites, plus 4 Bedroom Home 6400 Sq Ft MLS #A2089316

SOLD

101 Sir Galahad St, Galahad $79,000.

Bar/ Motel/Residential, 5000 Sq Ft MLS #A2089295