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Vol. 9, No. 21, Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Chipman Players take audience on perilous and hilarious journey aboard the HMS Majestic
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The cast of Peril on the High Seas had audience members in stitches throughout the play, and added their own quirks and local flavour to the production that was very well received during opening night March 1. More photos on page 9. Michelle Pinon Editor
While the weather was bone chilling outside, the hospitality and atmosphere inside the Chipman National Hall was toasty warm. Fans, about 140 in total, were busy chatting before dinner was served shortly after 6 p.m. The scrumptious meal, that was prepared, cooked and served by members of Elk Island Caterers, was top notch. There was roast beef, sweet and sour ribs, mashed potatoes, perogies, cabbage rolls, mixed vegetables, caesar salad and vegetable salad available buffet style. There were a variety of pies to choose from to top off the delicious meal. John Stribling, who is in charge of sets for the production, thanked the Village of Chipman for the use of the facility, and said all of the proceeds go back into the hall for renovations and restoration work. Stribling also thanked Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville
MLA Jacquie Fenske for attending, along with Village of Chipman councillor Gary Stead, and Town of Lamont councillor Gail Hrehorets. Bruce McGregor, founder and president of the Chipman Players, came on stage in his character of Snively Swine. Unfortunately, he did not regale the audience with some of his magical and memorable storytelling due to the inclement weather, but hoped everyone would enjoy the play. Countless hours go into the annual production, and McGregor wanted to thank cast and crew for all they do behind the scenes to make it a success. Shortly after McGregor’s address the lights went down, and the actors began boarding the HMS Majestic at dock two. “All passengers bow to England,” said a voice through the speakers. A short time later there was a loud booming sound, which startled many people in the audience. Tom Hrehorets, who played the recreation director Skeet Suiter, was quick to react and yelled, “Get your heart pacers.” Everyone relaxed, and the play contin-
ued. While there were no more unforeseen hitches, there were a few glitches as several of the actors momentarily forget their lines. Instead of taking away from the play, the brief memory lapses, added to the hilarity of the off beat comedy. There were several quirky moments, and actors freely ad libbed and made off the cuff remarks, which only added to the hilarity of the situations. Peril On The High Seas was a fun filled and action packed adventure from the beginning to end. Between the play and the cuisine, you will surely want to make a return engagement with the Chipman Players. At the end of the play McGregor said, “We had a good time. We hope you did too?” Then someone in the audience yelled out, “Absolutely.” With three more performances remaining, it looks as if the seats will all be filled once again. Bravo!
2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 4, 2014
$18 million Lamont seniors housing proposal now in the hands of Minister Ken Hughes Lamont County Housing Foundation members present expansion plans at legislature Michelle Pinon Editor
Members of the Lamont County Housing Foundation (LCHC) are both hopeful and excited about possible upgrades to facilities in Lamont following a recent meeting with Municipal Affairs Minister Ken Hughes. Bill Skinner, Mayor of the Town of Lamont, and chair of the LCHC, was very optimistic about the meeting between LCHC representatives and the minister which was held at the Legislature on Feb. 5. “We’re excited about
the project, but we’re waiting for a response from the minister before we can move it (the expansion plan) forward,” stated Skinner. “We’ve been working on this for a couple of years,” added Skinner, who can’t wait for the ball to start rolling as there is a strong need and demand for upgrades to existing facilities. “My hope is that our project is further along in the planning than some of the other projects,” said Skinner, so the foundation can have a bit of a jump start over other municipalities vying for
provincial funding. But in the end, Skinner admits: “It all hinges on the go ahead from Municipal Affairs.” As to the specifics of the plan, Skinner passed off to LCHC executive director Harold James to divulge. James said the board has a replacement plan in place, and formulated a conceptual plan for the proposed $18 million project. The plan includes three phases and the construction of 35 single rooms, 10 double rooms, 20 self-contained units, five two-bedroom units and 10 assisted living units for couples as well
as new kitchen, living room, and laundry room. “All are on the existing site,” added James. “The total resident capacity would be 105 residents,” he pointed out. Phase one would be construction of the self contained units, and James said existing residents would be temporarily relocated to senior lodges in Mundare and Andrew during construction. The hope is that the design, review and hiring of a contractor could be done this year, and construction started the following year. “Our hope is to build something that has
a green focus,” noted James. Previously, the board had done study conducted by Alberta Infrastructure, and it was determined that in order to bring Beaverhill Pioneer Lodge up to code would cost in excess of new construction. In addition, James said board members realized they could not afford to wait on the project because of existing maintenance, space, and privacy issues. “We are at peak capacity currently,” stated James. One of the wonderful advantages LCHC has, is that there’s an acute care
hospital and clinics located on the same parcel of land as the seniors lodge and assisted living units. Aging in community is something James and board members are striving for, and sincerely hope the project will get the green light sometime this spring. James said Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske was instrumental in setting up the meeting with the minister, and is very thankful for the assistance she has provided to LCHC.
Bruderheim duo raise nearly $1,600 for children with life threatening illnesses Michelle Pinon Editor
Zander Streicher is a very special little boy. The nine-year-old Grade 4 student from Bruderheim School didn’t need any convincing to dye his hair pink and have most of it shaved off during the Hair Massacure event this past Valentine’s Day. In a matter of weeks Zander and his mom were able to raise an astounding $575 in support of the annual fundraising event in support of children with life threatening illnesses. Zander was in good company as school principal Sven Danzinger also participated in the fundraiser which disburses proceeds to Ronald MacDonald House, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and cancer research at the Stollery Children’s Hospital. It was the sixth straight year Danzinger has par-
ticipated in Hair Massacure, and was very happy Zander decided to take up the cause. “I am very happy that Zander had chosen to participate. I think it is important for students to be able to participate in events such as this because it helps them gain a greater understanding of the world around them and the needs of others.” For Zander, there wasn’t a lot to think about. “I just felt like doing it.” Zander chose to have his hair shaved at His and Hers Hair Esthetics in Bruderheim, while Sven went to West Edmonton Mall to have his head shaved. Both had their heads shaved on Feb. 14.
As for the experience of having his hair shaved off, Zander replied, “It felt good. I was doing it for the right reason.” Next year he hopes to get a few more friends involved in the fundraiser. “Some girls in Grade 4 have also thought about donating their hair when it gets long enough,” added Sven. Danzinger, who raised $1,000 for the fundraiser, is also very grateful for the amount of support he received for the Hair Massacure. One of the first questions he got asked during Family Day activities on Feb. 17 was, “Did you get your head shaved?” He proudly took off his toque to show the kids.
“I may have said this before, but one very important reason I believe in this cause is that it directly benefits children,” stated Sven. “It is very sad if anyone gets cancer; it is especially sad if a child gets cancer. We have to do what we can to help children and fight this horrible disease. This is one way I know how to do that.” Both Zander and Sven are amazed at how much support they have received from family, friends, fellow students and staff, and residents living in Bruderheim, and there is no question they will both be ready to sport pink hair next year.
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Before and after pictures of Bruderheim School principal Sven Zanzinger and Zander Streicher. The two raised nearly $1,600 for the Hair Massacure event held on Feb. 14.
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Opinion Feedback Dear McDonald Family: Thank you for bringing to our attention the unfortunate experience you had during our Winterfete celebration. I was very disheartened to learn of the exchange you had with one of the vendors that was hired, but I very much appreciate you letting us know. When hosting such events it is certainly our goal to provide Albertans with enjoyable activities, wholesome entertainment, and most importantly a positive visitor experience. We have spoken to the vendor who indicated that for liability and safety reasons he chose not to provide balloons to a number of patrons that day for similar reasons. Knowing this now, and having heard your story, we will ensure that such issues of potential exclusion are discussed in advance with future vendors in order to ensure that future guests do not experience similar disappointments. We will also ensure that any additional signage being posted by vendors is brought to our attention and discussed in advance. We all regret the hurt and the frustration you felt during your visit February 17; and, in an effort to help alleviate it, I would like to invite the three of you for a personal VIP tour of our 100-year-old Legislature Building.
Sincerely, Honourable Gene Zwozdesky Speaker of the Alberta Legislative Assembly
Letter: Sale of assets should concern gas consumers The National Energy Board (N.E.B.) ran a full page notice in the Vegreville News Advertiser Feb. 24, 2014, which should be seriously considered by every gas consumer. Public Hearings by N.E.B. to be held March 6, 2014, and March 12, 2014. Exchange of natural gas assets between Nova Gas Transmission (NGTL) and Atco Gas Pipeline Ltd. (AGPL); also sale of some assets; no new construction is involved. If you are a natural gas consumer you should be concerned. The impact of this initiative when concluded may become not dissimilar to the pain in
your pocket book you have suffered every month from energy deregulation which was approved around 1995. For those who may not remember or are late arrivals to Alberta, the Provincial Government of the day sold off to private enterprise the distribution infrastructure (natural gas and electricity) which had been paid for by earlier generations of Alberta taxpayers; and you have been paying ever since. The impact on consumers became a detailed line by line increase in monthly charges identified as FIXED, and VARIABLE, NON-ENERGY charges; and we have been pay-
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is possible for creative accounting options designed and approved in advance; to be applied to proposed exchange of assets to re-inflate each company’s transfer and book value nearer to current values; resulting in a situation similar to what consumers experienced after deregulation of energy. Furthermore, this request as proposed to N.E.B. will be executed in four tranches (stages), covering what appears to be the entire province over time. The colour coded first tranche, is difficult to interpret; covers the high density area surrounding Edmonton for 100 to 200 kilometres down thru Calgary to
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Lethbridge and the US border. The other three tranches cover much of the remaining province. Alberta has been cited by business analysts as a “high cost energy” province, prohibitive to new non-energy business to relocate or establish here. I support that statement based on my personal experience, but only since energy deregulation happened. Do not allow this to perpetuate. Who will act to defer the timing of this request; pending the following: 1. A comprehensive study of impacts and benefits by an independent, unbiased body, group, or whatever.
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From Where I Sit: The True Gift
By Hazel Anaka Last year I helped take Babas and Borshch Ukrainian Festival from concept to completion in two hundred twentyseven days. It was both exhilarating and nerve wracking. The post
mortem—on a still warm body—began in real time during the festival. The question was how to enhance the great parts and tweak the not-sogreat parts. In fact if you went to the men’s washroom during the Saturday night Zabava you probably saw me huddled at a table near the coat check with some of our key players (Jim, Tammy, Charlie, Pat to name a few). We were assessing how things were going, making adjustments on the fly, and most importantly learning from the experience. People from far and wide have talked about how successful the first-
Bruderheim man arrested A 22-year-old male identified as Aaron Kenneth TOOLE of Bruderheim, AB has been charged with two counts of uttering threats in relation to a school lock down in Fort Saskatchewan on February 28. TOOLE has been released on bail with numerous conditions to abide by including not to attend Fort Saskatchewan and not to possess any weapons. His next scheduled court date will be on March 13, in Fort Saskatchewan.
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time festival was, a solid foundation on which to build something truly special. How doing or not doing this or that would make it better. The comments were kind and well intentioned. I’m incredibly proud of what was achieved by volunteers, entertainers, presenters, businesses, clubs, and individuals. Support from various levels of government and corporate and industry sponsors made things happen. We put together a fresh product and Albertans came to check it out. That is all very gratifying. But one of the best things that happened to me was being forced to
look back into my own memory and roots. To remember some long forgotten Ukrainian words. To relearn the Cyrillic alphabet and the subtleties of pronouncing those strange looking letters. I really can’t read well enough or fast enough to save my life despite taking Ukrainian 10, 20, 30 oh, so many years ago. I needed to dig through possessions to find Ukrainian stuff to display or photograph for the website. I bought my very first embroidered blouse. I’ve found allies and experts and made new friends. I discovered that despite a large personal
library I had a tiny assortment of books on my own ethnic background. Yar Slavutych’s Conversational Ukrainian was the high school textbook. Kalyna’s Song is a coming of age novel written by a former St. Paul woman, Lisa Grekul. Baba’s Kitchen Medicines written by Michael Mucz, who spoke at libraries in the County, is part of my collection. Faith of Our Fathers, copyright 1954, offers an explanation of the Orthodox faith. A Short History of Tractors in Ukraine is a fun read. And that’s pretty well it. Desperate to learn more I ordered Peter Shirt’s Among the Ukrainians
from Amazon. I’m reading it slowly to absorb the history, customs, and essence of what it means to be a Ukrainian in Ukraine. His writing style is charming and often laugh-out-loud funny as he covers centuries of our complicated and often tragic history. Babas and Borshch is helping some remember and others learn for the first time more about our shared roots; of our connection to the old country and our need to preserve what we have. Maybe that is the true gift of the Festival from where I sit.
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Pink Shirt Day Trina Boymook, chair for the Board of Trustees Editor for Elk Island Public “All classes spent time Schools (EIPS), also comtalking about bullying, mented on the subject the ways it can last week. happen (subtle “EIPS is or obvious, always workemotional or ing with the physical, or goal of develeven cyber) and oping and what we can do nurturing posto be anti-bully itive students advocates (be behaviours. kind, be empaDeveloping thetic, be comp o s i t i v e passionate, be Jen Appleby behaviours in understandour students ing),” stated Sian isn’t the sole responsibilVadnais. ity of schools, but one we “As a school commushare with the whole nity we are pro-active in community. Pink Shirt our efforts to prevent Day provides us an bullying and fervent in opportunity to remind our actions against it,” our students how hurtful said Vadnais, the bullying can be and that school’s library technieach of us has the power cian. Interestingly to prevent it from hapenough,Vadnais said pening.” they asked students why Boymook went on to they thought we wore say, “In addition to havthe colour pink, and the ing a policy that speaks consensus was because to respectful learning pink looked like hugs environment for stuand sweetness and kinddents, EIPS also incorponess.” rates citizenship in our Staff and students also division Three-Year talked about the Golden Education Plan. Rule: “Treat others Different schools may how you want to be approach this subject in treated,” added Vadnais. different ways, guided Kindergarten teacher Jen by Administrative Appleby had her class Procedure 350, Student host a pink cupcake sale Conduct, as they each set during lunch hour. student behaviour Proceeds from the event expectations to reflect will be put towards the values of the commukindergarten supplies nity they serve and the for the new school which age range and maturity will be opening on Sept. of the student at the 2. school. Michelle Pinon
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Members of the Andrew Wildcats girls junior high basketball team took gold in the ATB Invitational Basketball Tournament held on Feb. 28 and March 1 in Andrew. The squad has gone undefeated during regular season play, and did the same on home court during the two day tournament. Back row from left to right: Assistant Coach Hayley Ermantrout, Tasha Snyder, Mykayla Nurse, Elizabeth Pickett, Kalahya Sidor, Lizzy MacKay, Coach Ms. Arnold. Front row (left to right): Gabbie Sumner and Jayla Snyder.
Andrew Wildcats basketball team goes undefeated Michelle Pinon Editor
Members of the Andrew Wildcats junior high girls basketball team ended the ATB Invitational the way they started, undefeated. Head coach Megan Arnold said the two day tournament, held Feb. 28 and March 1, went great, and was very pleased with the end result. “We played Vegreville in the championship game and
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final, they did not give up and showed courage under fire. Athletics Director Cory Kokatailo was impressed how the tournament went overall, and said a great deal of credit should go to the tournament’s sponsor Alberta Treasury Branch. Now focus will turn to the Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) league playoffs which will be held in the weeks to come.
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said they were able to work closely with the seven players and help them develop their skills during that time. “Assistant coach Hayley Ermantrout has been a great asset to the team. She is a Grade 11 student here at the school, and through practices she has been able to pass along many of her skills to the girls,” added Arnold. While the junior high boys team did not fair as well in the tournament, losing in the consolation
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the final score was 27-21. It was a good game, nice competition,” added Arnold. Going into the playoffs this week, the squad is also undefeated. The league finals will be played on March 13, and you can bet the girls will be ready to clinch the championship. “The girls have been playing together for about three years now,” stated Arnold. While things weren’t so smooth in the beginning, Arnold
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Elk Island Child & Youth Ranch donated and served a hot lunch to students at Lamont Elementary School on Feb. 12. The meal came complete with subs, veggies and cookies. Pictured from left to right are: Jen Campbell, Michael Burant, Crystal Burant, Steve Harpe, Becky Osoba, Ashley McCarthy, Mel Menzie and Jean Nielsen.
What do capital announcements mean to EIPS? By Trina Boymook EIPS board chair Throughout the last month, we have been hearing a number of announcements from the provincial government regarding school modernizations and new school projects. As part of these announcements, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) received news of two new modular classrooms, a major modernization for Ardrossan Elementary, and a new K-9 school to be built in Fort Saskatchewan. So, what do these announcements mean to EIPS? Each year, school boards review the physical condition of their schools and determine which projects become part of the capital plan request for funding that is submitted to the provincial government. Some of the projects
remain on our capital request list for many years while we wait for approval, as the government receives requests from all across the province and must decide where to allocate the available funding.. Like an aging home, a school also needs renovations to extend the life of the building, updates so it can be used in ways it never was before, or modification to the design to make better use of all school spaces. With a number of schools built in the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s, it can be a challenge to keep these buildings in the best condition. EIPS works hard to maintain our school buildings using Infrastructure Maintenance and Renewal funding identified in our annual budget, and our schools are in good shape despite their age. However, every
approved capital project is welcome news to our Board of Trustees, our staff, and our families. We are all driven to give our students nothing short of the best learning experience possible. As our communities grow, the demand on our school spaces also increases. Occasionally, we have classes taking place in spaces that were never intended to be a classroom in order to address short-term pressures. At times, we have no choice but to be creative to meet high enrolment pressures while we wait for modulars, capital project announcements, or a shift in enrolment. Development in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland is expected to
bring many new residents to the communities EIPS serves. We anticipate an increase in enrolment at many schools throughout the division, which is good news for our schools and our communities. We will continue to work hard to provide educational spaces for these new families and make ongoing capital projects requests to the provincial government to meet these needs. Each of these capital project announcements helps ensure that EIPS is able to continue providing quality learning environments for our students, and that we will be ready for the new students who will arrive at our doors.
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Ag Minister commends farmers on commitment LORRAINE PAULSEN Caribou Publishing Recognizing the contributions farmers make to Alberta and the changes in the industry over the past decade, The Honourable Verlyn Olson, Minister of Agriculture & Rural Development, MLA for Wetaskiwin-Camrose, spoke Saturday in Viking to a room full of cattle buyers attending a luncheon prior to the 10th Annual Chomiak Charolais Bull and Female sale. He opened his comments by saying he was not too sure if a bull sale was the best place for a politician to speak. You came to buy bulls, not to hear bull,” he joked. The MLA was a guest of John and Cathie Chomiak who hosted the sale. In a 30-minute presentation Olson spoke on a number of topics including the undying dedication of farmers, railway companies which fail to meet grain-shipping commitments and how farmers can learn from the mistakes made by the oil industry in Alberta. Olson said if anyone questions the dedication and concern of Alberta farmers, “They could look to those farmers attending to calving animals last night.” (The temperature on Friday night fell into the
minus 30s with wind would be harvested since the dissolution of a renewable energy the Canadian Wheat source, or putting new warnings issued across across the prairies. Olson said grain com- Board, Olson disagreed technology to use to the area.) Olson spoke of the panies immediately face saying he has heard from enhance efficiency and changes which have penalties when they a majority of farmers that safety in food-processing come over just the past don’t meet promised they are happy to be free operations are just some of the ways decade such as Alberta farmers the smartphone are working to app which helps improve agriculfind lost cattle. ture. He said the app He said the combined with Alberta governtagging and GPS ment has been help ranchers very active in track and locate finding new rogue animals in trade markets almost no time. but reminded his Speaking to audience that, grain farmers, “Alberta is not a Olson said he c o u n t r y. . . w e knows it is very need to maintain frustrating that John and Cathie Chomiak and Ag. Minister Verlyn Olson. a good relationelevators and ship with the farm bins are federal governfilled to capacity with last fall’s harvest delivery dates and said and able to make market ment.” He said he and federal while ships wait empty he wants railway compa- their own grain. In regard to the grow- Minister of Agriculture at western ports for rail- nies to suffer the same ing demand from con- and Agri-Food Gerry cars to deliver promised fate. He suggested that sumers for healthy food, Ritz have a “very good grain. He said this frustrating while a third rail line is Olson called for farmers working relationship” and the federal governdelay is not only hard on not something that could to be pro-active. He said the farming ment has taken the lead prairie farmers but it also come together in the next is destroying Alberta’s few months, plans for community should learn in acquiring internationreputation as a global such a move is some- from the mistakes made al trade. Minister Olson spoke thing that should be seri- by the oil industry and commodity supplier. about COOL (countryOlson told his audi- ously looked at under a take action now. Olson said this is not of-origin labeling) rules ence he wants to see long term plan, creating severe penalties for the competition for CP and the time to ignore the which have been acsigns. He said the oil cused of discriminating rail lines which do not CN rail. He said even the sug- industry “put its head in against, among other live up to the commitments they make to gestion of such a long- the sand,” thinking all items, imported livedeliver rail cars to move term plan would per- the issues surrounding stock. He stressed the need haps give incentive to their industry would disthe grain to markets. He said last spring it the two rail-lines to re- appear with time but, for government to stand its ground and look to was hard to say what the think their current cus- “that is not the case.” Adopting new farming some form of retaliation. growing season would tomer service program. When challenged by methods to protect the Farmers say COOL rules bring but, he pointed out, by August, it was an audience member that land, looking for ways to have made importing clear that a bumper crop things have gotten worse use agricultural waste as Canadian meat and live-
stock into the United States very complicated and have lowered the amount of Canadian exports to the US by half since 2008. Detailed labels are required outlining the origins of imports. COOL is blamed for driving up the price of Canadian exports and is said to cause an estimated $1-billion a year in losses. Olson said if the World Trade Organization (WTO) decides that the USA is off side in its current action, then Canada should move to suspend preferential tariffs on a broad variety of produce Americans sell to Canada. When asked if such a move may not only hurt the USA but Canada suppliers as well, Olson said there likely would be pain on each side but, regardless, he feels a definite stand must be taken. He said he has heard it said that Canadians are too polite and will not take any severe action against the USA but he said the Americans should be reminded, “we are hockey players and, when needed, we can get our elbows up.” Olson thanked his attentive audience for their time and wished everyone well at the sale.
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Cruising on the HMS Magestic a complete joy ride
Things got hot under the collar for waiter Cary De Mille, played by Micah Barter (middle), who was being seduced by Aracnia Webb, played by Keiron Willis. Recreation Director Skeet Suiter, played by Tom Hrehorets, looks on with amusement.
Villians Aracnia Webb, played by Keiron Wiillis, and Sir Reginald Rottentot, played by Bruce McGregor, were busy scheming to steal the heiress’ jewels.
Everything started to go topsy turvey for passengers Mitzi, (Bethany Brandon), far left, Ritzi, (Alexis Meidema), Ditzy, (Carol Stribling), Mary Pickaxe, (Shelley Bellafontaine), Hedda Hooper, (Brenda Doerksen), Wanda Ketchum, (Brenda Mandryk), and Bea Goode, (Joyce Dobirstein).
Sgt. Willy Ketchum, (played by Shanon Skitsko), puts the handcuffs on Sir Rottentot, (played by Bruce McGregor), while Captain Barney Kuhl (played by Fred Pewarchuk), looks on with Merry Ann Sweet, (played by Mikayla Derksen), Waiter Cary De Mille, (played by Micah Barter), and Wanda Ketchum, (played by Brenda Mandryk).
10 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Alberta government pushes for better rail service By Verlyn Olson Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development
It has been a challenging few months for Alberta’s agriculture community. At a time when we should be reaping the rewards of one of the best crops in recent memory, it has been a struggle just to get our products to market. Elevators and farmyard bins across this province are filled to the rafters. Meanwhile, ships are lined up at West Coast ports, waiting for railcars to bring enough grain to fill empty cargo holds. Canada’s railway network is a federal responsibility. Alberta is fully supportive of the federal government introducing legislative changes that would make the system more accountable through direct and immediate penalties for whichever part of the system is responsible for the backlog, including inadequate rail service. While this year’s bumper harvest was exceptional, it has exposed some weaknesses in Canada’s grainhandling transportation system that must be fixed. One of the major flaws is the uneven distribution of financial accountability within the current system. Unlike producers and grain companies, railways don’t face immediate penalties when they fail to meet their grain-delivery commitments. That needs to change. The vast majority of grain elevators are served by only one railway. This monopoly means there is no competitive incentive for the rail companies to improve service.
We are also encouraging producers facing cashflow challenges to access programs, like the federal Advance Payment Program and AgriInvest, to help address expenses while they are waiting for their grain to get to market. We know there are a lot of contributing factors to the current transportation backlog, which is affecting our agriculture sector. There is a lot of coffee shop talk about these issues being caused by the movement of oil and the Canadian Wheat Board transition, when in fact oil is moved at a significantly smaller percentage in comparison to grain, and there were complaints about rail service when the single desk marketing monopoly was in place as evidenced by the last Rail Freight Service Review that started in 2008. It should also be noted that other commodities, such as lumber and oil, are suffering from the same problems. This isn’t just an agricultural issue. While work is underway by the western Canadian provinces, the federal government and industry to develop long-term strategies to improve the movement of goods, legislating greater financial accountability in the rail system is one meaningful change that will yield more immediate results. Market access is a top priority for Alberta. Our reputation as a world-class supplier of food, energy and other exports is at risk if we are unable to meet the needs of our customers in a timely fashion. It is imperative that appropriate steps are taken to improve the efficiency of our rail transportation network. The status quo is not an option.
Verlyn Olson Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development
Local constituents urged to push for changes What happens at the farm gate effects everyone. Grain farmers in Alberta have experienced a harvest 40% above their 5 year average. A myriad of issues has resulted in much of the grain being unshipped. As we gear up to ‘feed the world’ we should start to consider this the norm rather than the exception and weaknesses in our grain handling transportation system must be fixed. Delays result in slumping prices and premium markets are looking elsewhere. Canada’s reputation as a reliable supplier is on the line. This is not just happening with grain but other products such as potash are facing the same fate and our government is working with other Western Canadian provinces to develop a co-ordinated transportation strategy for the West. As a government we support legislative action by the federal government to impose greater financial accountability within the system. We also need to look at other long term solutions for all commodities. How will this effect what you serve at dinner? Well, already chicken producers in BC’s lower mainland are looking at slowing their production as feed grains are in short supplies. Many local agents are relying more heavily on truckers to ship to BC which is slower, loads are much smaller than those shipped by rail and further congestion on our busy highways. Our local farmers have less disposable income to spend in our communities: Restaurants, implement dealers the list goes on. Pushing the federal govern-
Communication counts Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske ment to use all options at their disposal and looking at provincial programs such as raising the cap on AFSC loans to assist farmers in transitioning from one crop year to the next need our attention now. The face of Agriculture is ever changing. Alberta Innovates Technology Solution’s hemp, poppy and biochar research, Biorefining Conversions Network’s work at the University of Alberta changing the nature of biomass will lead to new processes and new markets. Young producers such as those involved in , The Canadian Young Farmers’ Forum, are embracing these new opportunities. I take my role as an advocate for the industry very seriously and know how the sustainability of our rural communities relies on a healthy agriculture sector. Our ability to access markets for Alberta’s largest renewable resource is vital.
Michelle Pinon Editor Local MLA Jacquie Fenske encourages constituents to write their MP as well as federal ministers of agriculture and transportation to enact the legislation needed to move producers products. Fenske says she will continue to communicate with producers, grain handlers, transportation specialists, researchers and food processors to continue to learn more about the business and to share the information she has learned. Fenske also says there are several weaknesses in the rail system that
need to be addressed so that producers will be able to ship higher volumes of products now and in the future. “Currently, only seven countries produce more than they consume. The world populations is growing, and these seven countries will be feeding more people. Our producers are up to the challenge, and are finding ways to increase their production.” As to what Fenske would like to see for the future of agriculture? “Continued research on value added opportunities for products in Alberta. To look at agricuture as we look at oil and gas - break it down to the molecule and see
what we can do with the carbon chain. Encourage agriculture producers to partner with petrochemical industries. Continue to open markets and find that long term transportation strategy with the Western provinces.” Fenske added, “I would like to see us find opportunities for value add to all our resources, including our renewable agriculture resources. Why should we think it is okay to ship only oats when we could produce the Cherrios? Creating more opportunities for young farmers to get into the business is good for Alberta today and in the future.”
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COMING EVENTS Viking Gymnastics Club invites friends and family to join us for our Year End Finale Show. Sunday, March 9 at 1:00 p.m. in the Viking School Gym. We will be taking a silver collection and holding a 50/50 raffle as well. 06c ________________________ Viking Sports and Wildlife Society Awards Banquet at the Legion Hall, March 15, 2014. Social at 6 p.m., Chinese supper at 7 p.m. Silent Auction. Adults $18.00, children 8-12 years old $10.00, children 7 years old and under free. Tickets available at K&K Autobody and Del Kirchmayer. Everyone Welcome. 06-07c ________________________ The Viking Historical Society will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday March 5th at 5:30 p.m. at the Viking/Beaver FCSS office. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. 05-06c ________________________ Tofield United Church annual pancake supper in the church basement. Tuesday, March 4, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome! TM04-06c
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ROBERT WARREN COLIN JOHNSON, August 7, 1978 March 03, 1998. In loving memory of a precious son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew, Cousin, Uncle and Friend. I heard your voice in the wind today, and turned to see your face; The warmth of the wind caressed me, as I stood silently in place. I felt your touch in the sun today, as its warmth filled the sky; I closed my eyes for your embrace, and my spirit soared high. I held you close in my heart today, it made me feel complete; you have passed... but you are not gone, you will always be a part of me. As long as the sun shines, rain falls... the wind blows; you will live on inside of me forever, for that is all my heart knows. May the winds of love blow gently, and whisper so you can hear; how much we love and miss you, and wish that you were here. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed, Your Family and Friends TM06p
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), March 4, 2014 - 15
Public Library Upcoming Events
The Chipman Players
Mundare Municipal Public Library Pre School
Indoor Walking Programs
Careers Under Construction
March 13, 2014, 2:30 p.m., at the Mundare Library Join us for stories, crafts and a snack. This is free of charge and everyone is welcome!
Lamont Public Library
The Lamont Public Library book club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Join us this month on March 20th at 7:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Volunteer Opportunity Ukrainian Village
Veg Al – Drug Society (Contracted by Alberta Health Services)
Mundare Curling Club Men’s Bonspiel
Mundare Curling Club reminds you to register now for the Mundare Men’s Bonspiel, March 14 – 16, 2014. Registration is $160. Call the Town Office at 780 764 2329 to register.
Providing outpatient counselling services for alcohol, other drugs, gambling and tobacco. Prevention and education on alcohol, other drugs, gambling and tobacco. Office hours in Lamont are Wednesdays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm For appointments call 780 632 6617 Lamont Community Health Centre 5216 – 53 Street Lamont, Alberta
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (UCHV) is looking for volunteers for the upcoming Celebration of Dance event (May 19, 2014). We have a number of roles available including parkers, shuttle drivers, children’s activities, set up/tear down duties, food services, volunteer coordination, and musical performers. Shifts vary and volunteers can decide the number of hours they want to work (we usually recommend 4 6 hours). If you are interested in this, or any other special event, please contact Karen Evenden at 780 662 3855 ext 1112 or email karen.evenden@gov.ab.ca.
9th Annual Ukrainian Music Workshop
Join us on March 8, 2014, for a one day workshop that promotes Ukrainian Music. The focus is primarily the traditional style played by Ukrainian Musicians at wedding and dances. Expect a fun filled day with good food and a concert in the evening to showcase what was learned during the day. The evening concert is at 7p.m. at the Mundare Recreation Center: an evening of entertainment for $5/adult. Everyone iswelcome! For more information contact Charlie and Debby Gargus at 780 764 3062 or email cdgargus@rjvnet.ca.
16 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Public Notice Offsite Potable Water Levy Bylaw
Development Permits Issued Discretionary Use
Notice of Intent to pass an Off-Site Potable Water Levy Bylaw authorizing:
Appeal by March 14, 2014
The payment of offsite levies in respect of industrial lands that are to be developed or subdivided within the Industrial Heartland South Basin District.
Take notice that the following permits for proposed development as described below have been issued in accordance with the Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 675/07.
Bylaw 739.14
First Reading: March 11, 2014
Public Notice (Municipal Government Act) Lamont County Intends to pass a bylaw that would enable the municipality:
x To provide for the imposition and payment of offsite levies in respect of lands that are to be developed or subdivided within the Industrial Heartland are of Lamont County, and
x To authorize agreements to be entered into in respect of the payment of the levies.
1. Legal Description: Lot B, Block 1, Plan 3674TR (in NNE 17-5318-W4) Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: Operate a recycling business in dismantling cars, small trucks and farm equipment has been DENIED. Permit No.: 003/14 2. Legal Description: Lot Z, Plan 9020534 (In NE 32-56-16-W4) Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: R.V. storage yard for up to 100 units Permit No.: 004/14
For further information: Copies of the proposed bylaw are available for viewing at: Lamont County 5303 - 50 Avenue Lamont, Alberta Questions about the proposed bylaw may be directed to Jim Newman, Manager, Economic Development at 780-895-2233.
Public Notice Off Site Transportation Levy Bylaw Notice of Intent to pass an Off-Site Transportation Levy Bylaw authorizing: The payment of offsite levies in respect of industrial lands that are to be developed or subdivided within the Industrial Heartland South Basin District. Bylaw 740.14
First Reading: March 11, 2014
Public Notice (Municipal Government Act) Lamont County intends to pass a bylaw that would enable the municipality:
x To provide for the imposition and payment of offsite levies in respect of lands that are to be developed or subdivided within the Industrial Heartland area of Lamont County, and
x To authorize agreements to be entered into in respect of the
3. Legal Description: NW 6-54-16-W4 Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: Place an approximately 80 sq. ft. building to enclose the sales meter, regulators & piping. Permit No.: 005/14 Additional Information For additional information regarding these permits, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (780) 895-2233. Appeal The Land Use Bylaw provides that the person applying for the permit or affected by the order, or any other person affected by an order, decision or development permit of a Development Authority may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within fourteen (14) days after the date of notice. Appeal Fee - $200.00
Contract Opportunity Web Developer Lamont County Economic Development Department is in need of a web developer to create the WordPress template for their new website. The qualified individual will have prior experience creating WordPress templates, and is able to showcase their work in a portfolio. Ability to work under a deadline is required.
payment of the levies. Interested individuals can submit their resumes to: For further information: Copies of the proposed by law are available for viewing at: Lamont County 5303 - 50 Avenue Lamont, Alberta
Heather Atkinson, Communications Lamont County Administration Building 5303 – 50 Avenue Lamont Alberta T0B 2R0 Or email heather.a@lamontcounty.ca
Questions about the proposed bylaw may be directed to Jim Newman, Manager, Economic Development at 780-895-2233.
Lamont County CALC Computer Courses
FCSS Lamont County Region Babysitter Course
Microsoft Word – Level 1: Sat. April 5, 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. - $100.00 - Chipman To register please call Odette or Debbie at (780) 895-2874.
Lamont County Library Board is seeking interested individuals for three members-at-large positions. The appointments are for a three-year term, with meetings held six times per year. Applicants should be Canadian citizens and 18 years of age or over. Knowledge and/or experience with libraries would be an advantage; training and workshops for trustees is available, and encouraged. The Lamont County Library Board is a 10-member board made up of one council representative and nine members-at-large. The board distributes provincial funding to the libraries of Mundare, Bruderheim, Lamont and Andrew, and offers additional financial support to these libraries when requested. Please submit a written letter of interest and include any relevant experience to: Lamont County Library Board Administration Building 5303 – 50 Avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Or email lamontcountylibraryboard@gmail.com
Heartland - Land for Sale Authorization Attention: Property owners who own land in the policy area of the Alberta Industrial Heartland. This includes land zoned Heartland Industrial, Heartland Agriculture, and Industrial Commercial. In order to assist land owners (who may be considering selling their land) and businesses/industries to facilitate the exchange of information on land available for increased commercial and industrial development, Lamont County Economic Development Department is keeping a list of land owners who are interested in selling their land. Realtors, developers and industries need information such as who is selling land, who owns or is the agent for the property, addresses of land owners, contact information and selling prices where appropriate. The Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association also keeps this information. If you wish to have your personal or realtor’s information placed on this listing, please contact the Economic Development office at 780895-2233 ext. 218. The information will then be made available upon request to developers, realtors and industries who contact Lamont County or AIHA. Authorization forms can be obtained by contacting the Economic Development office or by going to the Lamont County Website under Residents and Heartland Residents. In accordance with FOIP (Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act), Lamont County will only use this information for the purpose for which it was collected. Please note this is a voluntary process.
Land Ownership Map Opt-Out On December 10, 2013, Lamont County Council passed a motion (13-514) to add the Land Ownership map to the County Website. Changes to the Ownership Map are made on a bi-annual basis, in the spring and fall. Any land owners wishing to have their names excluded from the updated Ownership Map must submit their request no later than March 11, 2014.
CALC is running the following computer courses in March and April: Computer Training for the New User: Thurs. March 20, 6- 9:00 p.m. - $45.00 - Lamont
Lamont County Library Board Members Needed
Do you know any kids 11 and up (as of October 3, 2013), who could benefit from a Babysitter Course? The course will run April 3, 2013 at the Bruderheim Fire Hall, $50 per participant. Register with FCSS at 780-895-7751, or toll-free 1-877-895-2233. Please register by March 31. There is limited space, so register early!
Please send your signed request, including name and legal land location (s) to: Lamont County c/o Heather Atkinson 5303 50 ave Lamont, Alberta T0B 2R0