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Cramming the Cruiser for the Food Bank

The Killam RCMP Detachment held a ‘Cram the Cruiser’ event at the Wild Rose Co-op Food Store in Killam on Monday, April 29, gathering a total of 439.15 pounds of food and $370 in cash donations for the Flagstaff Food Bank. Above: Corporal Jeremy Houle Acting Commander of the Killam RCMP Detachment, Michelle Deveraux, RCMP Administration, and Shelly Morken of Flagstaff Victim Services Unit unpack the RCMP truck crammed with donations from generous residents.

County reviews Public Participation Survey responses Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Flagstaff County Council reviewed the response to their recent Public Participation campaign, which included a survey on the business plan, a Brainstorm board, and an Open House with councillors. Leading up to the survey, the County posted information on Council’s various priorities and programs, Council heard. The Business Plan Survey had 343 responses, with 93 per cent of respondents living in Flagstaff County or the two hamlets, Strome and Galahad. Over half of those responding have lived in the region more than a decade. The majority of responses received were satisfied or neutral in all areas. Only three programs recorded dissatisfaction from 10 per cent or higher, those being Protective Services, gravel maintenance, and dust suppressant, although more responders marked all three programs satisfied and neutral than not satisfied.

The top three ideas arising from the Brainstorm Board were: Women in Government, developing a program at encouraging leadership and democratic participation among women and girls, specifically in remote and rural areas; a Community Registration Night, where the County would host a registration/information night for sports organizations and other groups in the region; and a Helping Hand Network, creating a reference booklet with available resources in the case of a region-wide emergency. The Open house was attended by 23 people in all, with six of those taking advantage of a shop tour. Council will use the feedback from the campaign when they are reviewing the Programs and Services Priorities and when developing the 2025 Business Plan and Budget. Council also approved a $3,000 grant for the Forestburg Arena’s Buckin’ in the ‘Burg event, from the new 2024 Tourism Assistant Grant. This new grant has a 2024 budget of

$50,000 and Council heard that available funds of $35,932 remained available. Council approved $3,000 in grant funding after evaluating the application. The grant works on a point system that determines how much funding is available to each applicant, which includes expected participation, distance participants travel, and duration of the event. Council also reviewed a request from the Flagstaff Historical Society, who recently achieved society status with the Province. Council referred back to a 1988 meeting where that Council approved to “hold in trust, approximately $1,500 on behalf of the Historical Sites committee as requested by Len Dutton.” The Finance department has advised that these funds have been held in a trust account, and have earned interest, to a current total of $2,290.85. Council voted to provide the Flagstaff Historical Society with the $2,290.85. Flagstaff County received a request from the Village of Forestburg for a letter of support for its application to Prairies

Canada, under the Coat Transition Initiative - Infrastructure Fund, for $3.5 million, to be used for infrastructure construction as identified in the Flagstaff/Forestburg Area Structure Plan passed by both Councils in 2023. Council heard that the letter would not make them a partner on the grant application, but would offer the County’s support for the successful award of funds to the Village of Forestburg. Council voted to support the grant application with a letter. Council reviewed the Battle River Alliance for Economic Development (BRAED) March 21 agenda package. The Province’s proposed funding of Regional Economic Development Alliances (REDA) would see 2024 funding drop from $125,000 to $97,000, with that amount to drop each year, and ceasing after year three. BRAED asked all member municipalities to write to the Province to continue to receive the full $125,000 going forward, instead of the new funding model, which Council agreed to do.

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RCMP busy investigating reports of suspicious vehicles Complainant had stopped to help. The female got into a vehicle with a male that was known to her. Members patrolled the area and the vehicle was gone and out of our area. They were able to identify the Subjects and speak to them and confirm wellbeing. Three suspicious vehicles were reported on Township Road 414 near the gun shop. Members patrolled the area, no vehicles seen. Tuesday, April 23 A break and enter was reported at an unoccupied farmhouse. Door was damaged. Not sure what or if anything was taken. No witnesses or suspects. An abandoned vehicle was reported pulled over and parked on the Complainant’s grass for a few hours. The Registered Owner was contacted and had the vehicle towed. A report was made of disturbing the peace in Forestburg. The Com-

plainant was approached by an unknown female in Forestburg. The Subject was yelling at the Complainant about her dog. Unable to identify. Member discussed safety planning with the Complainant. Thursday, April 25 A suspicious person was reported looking in car windows in a parking lot in Forestburg. Complainant spoke with the Subject and she left. No criminal offense. Also reported and attended to by Killam RCMP were: 1 – Assault 1 – Assist General Public 1 - Assistance to Canadian Federal Dept/Agency 1 - Coroner’s Act-Sudden Death 2 - False Alarm 7 - Other Non-Moving Traffic 1 Other Provincial/Territorial Statutes (not otherwise specified) - Other Activi-

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Reported occurrences from Friday, April 19 to Thursday, April 25 Friday, April 19 A report was made that a Complainant’s utility trailer was stolen a couple nights before. This was not reported at the time. Complainant seen his trailer across the street in an abandoned lot and retrieved it. When doing so he seen another utility trailer with no plate and wanted to let Members know in case it was stolen. An abandoned vehicle was reported in a field near RR 141. Members attended. Vehicle had been stolen out of Camrose. Vehicle was towed. A report was made of a windshield of a car smashed out. Member attended scene. No witnesses to the event. Saturday, April 20 Killam Members were asked to assist Fire Department with a grass fire. Member attended. A homeowner was working on some equipment and the electrical components caught fire. Non-suspicious. Two unknown vehicles were reported at the Killam Cemetery. Member attended. Subjects were just hanging out at the cemetery. Nothing criminal in nature. Sunday, April 21 A suspicious truck was reported driving with a blue tarp over the bed. Complainant saw the vehicle make a strange maneuver and observed it going into a field. Member patrolled the area. Vehicle not found. A vehicle was reported in the ditch on its roof on Township 433. The vehicle was previously involved in an accident and hadn’t been removed. Vehicle towed. Monday, April 22 A report was made of stolen bottles overnight in Forestburg. No witnesses or suspects. The old Galahad school and County building that is attached was reported broken into. Tools and miscellaneous items were stolen. No witnesses or suspects. Members responded to a call of female on the ground crying on RR 170.

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Battle River Art Club holds very successful show and sale Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The Battle River Art Club held its annual show and sale on Saturday, April 27, in

Sedgewick. This year’s event brought in one of the largest crowds for the club, with over 120 people going through. This year’s show fea-

tured original art by club members, as well as some very colourful and creative art from the Sedgewick Kindergarten Class. The club has members

from Killam, Sedgewick, Hardisty, Lougheed, and beyond, and meets a couple of times of a month through the winter in caPictured left: Battle River Art Club members Denise Schweitzer, Chris McMullen, Gerry Coghill, Naomi Grindlay, Judy Carson, Murray Cholowsky, Jaki Sherman, Brenda DeKock, Ronda Johnson, Belinda Zwack, Leola Forster, Betty Klein, Leslie Cholowsky, Helen Sakalak. Kneeling in front are Kristen Kueber and Jayne Odegard.

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Well hello folks. Hope you all had some joy in your last week and you are excited for the week ahead. The greenhouses are posting pictures and ads of their beautiful floral and greenery plants. I bet you are noticing your dismal flower beds and gardens that are in a sorry state since last fall. You know they need to be prepped, but not today. You fill your cup with fresh coffee or tea, grab a cookie or maybe a smoke, and peruse the ads and magazines filled with

spring plants. You are on a mission deciding what you are planning to buy. Nothing is as thrilling as walking into a greenhouse. The smell of the humid air that is naturally interjected with the perfume that is wafting from the multitude of flowers. It is sheer heaven isn't it, almost orgasmic? Your greenhouses await your arrival, so give them your support. I hear that the Sedgewick Art Show on Saturday was a resounding success. I helped my artist friend set up her display, but we had a heck of a time trying to place a painting into a big frame to hang it up. We had tiny nails and I even brought a hammer, but the compressed, weird wood

was too hard to penetrate. A kind male artist came to our rescue and, with his male strength, pounded the nails into place. Nothing is as lovely as some testosterone with a hammer, thank you young man! The array of varied art was fabulous and the local kindergarten teacher had even brought art to display from her students. If you missed it this year make sure you attend next year, because you will be impressed. On Saturday my husband and I attended the funeral of Dorothy Dammann, the grandma of our daughter-in-law, Justine Matthews. She was a grand lady and had a memorable send off. The

United Church in Killam looked so lovely with flowers and various pews that were covered in quilts that Dorothy had made. It was so touching to see her family sitting in the pews with the quilts warming their backs. The sanctuary had wonderful music playing as mourners entered the church. A pianist and two grandchildren played violin type instruments that made for such a warm atmosphere in the church. The memories of Dorothy, recalled by her boys and the service by Reverend Cox were a testament to a life well lived. After the burial the church ladies served a delicious luncheon with good strong

coffee. Many friends stayed to chat with the family and friends they might not have seen for a while. This is what I would call a wonderful, old fashioned, religious funeral assisted by Fee and Sons. It felt so comfortable in a world that is spinning with change. Funerals are also affected. Many folks are not having funerals in churches, sometimes due to lack of space, or they chose to not be religious. They just have a graveside service by a friend, others hire funeral officiants that actually have given a great service and some just have a building where friends drop in for a coffee and

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give condolences to the family. Who is to say what is the best? I guess it is whatever you choose. So farewell to you, Dorothy, may you rest in peace. Please remember that we have healthy cats, male and female, to give to anyone needing farm cats. They are good hunters and there was a bloody mess on our deck with a big blob of liver like guts, a testament to their successful hunting. They are great hunters and good mousers, too. Joke; “The only reason I would take up jogging is so that I could hear heavy breathing again... Tee hee...” Erma Bombeck. Have a joyful week and remember to smell the roses.

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Guest: Federal Budget doubles down on missing the mark Earlier this year, public opinion research company Leger published the results of a nationwide poll. One result stood out: 70 per cent of Canadians agreed with the statement: “It feels like everything is broken in this country right now.” To young people, families and business owners struggling to buy or stay in a home, find a doctor, pay for gas and groceries, hire people, worried about how unsafe our streets have become, or having to navigate a never-ending web of red tape to get projects approved, a deep sense of helplessness has set in. Over the past few years, Canada’s long slow decline has become the subject of an avalanche of scrutiny and by every measure of social well-being and economic competitiveness, Canada is coming up short aamong its global peers. Canada’s ability to generate opportunities and long-term prosperity for its people is now at serious risk. But anyone reading the ninth budget of the Trudeau Government looking for some relief from the big challenges that Canadian families and entrepreneurs are facing, will come away sorely disappointed. It seems that every day there is a new report telling Canadians what they already know – buying or staying in a home has never been harder in this country. Just last week, RBC reported that it is the ‘toughest time ever’ to afford a home and that the share of household income needed to cover ownership costs is now 64 per cent in Canada and an almost inconceivable 106 per cent in Vancouver and 85 per cent in Toronto. CMHC estimates that we need to build 800,000 homes a year between now and 2030 to meet demand, while CIBC says it’s closer to 1 million. Keep in mind that in 2023 we built about 230,000 new homes. With the shortage of people across every part of our economy now acute, a central question asked by many is ‘who will build all these homes?’. Our labour markets are undergoing a seismic shift – absent immigration, our population is flat-lining and will start to decline. Indeed, in B.C., in 2022, for the first time ever, natural births exceeded natural deaths – and it happened again last year. Part of the answer is immigration. However, our immigration system is failing us. Last year we added a city the size of Calgary to our national population, and we are on track to do the same in 2024. Two major challenges have emerged. First, we have failed miserably to assess the skills gaps in our economy – doctors, nurses, technicians, teachers and trades workers – and attract them to Canada. Case in point: only two per cent of all permanent immigrants in 2023 will pursue a career in the construction trades. Second, the torrid pace of our population growth is crushing affordability and overwhelming the infrastructure in our major centres. In 2021 there was a total of 1.3MN non-permanent residents in Canada; today we have 2.6MN. We must find a better balance – attract the people with the right skills to power our economy and in numbers that our schools, hospitals, transit systems and housing stock can reasonably absorb. Canada has a remarkable competitive advantage in its natural resources – energy and minerals in abundance and in high demand. And, harnessing them provides some of the highest paying jobs in the country. Budget 2024 offered barely a passing reference to this enormous potential for Canada. No one should be surprised. Leaders from Germany, Japan and Greece have visited

Canada and received the diplomatic equivalent of a cold shoulder at the suggestion that Canada supply their economies with much needed energy. One federal minister stated that Ottawa is ‘not interested in funding LNG projects.’ He missed the point completely – no one was asking Ottawa to fund anything; they simply want Ottawa to get out of the way. Finally, last year, the CD Howe Institute reported that for every dollar that an American business spends on training, technology and capital – the essential ingredients for innovation – a Canadian company invests 58 cents. Business investment in Canada from 2015 to 2023 ranked 44 out of the 47 most advanced economies, according to the OECD. This matters because the more innovative Canadian firms, the more they spend on upskilling their people and on adopting new technology, the more they can increase the size of paycheques for workers. Canada’s lagging productivity is to the point where the Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada said, “You know those signs that say, ‘In an emergency, break the glass?’ Well, it's time to break the glass.” After reading the budget it’s hard not to come away with the feeling that Canada is not a serious country, and the Trudeau Government is incapable of addressing the big challenges facing the country. Why do so many people feel like everything in this country is broken? Because so much is breaking all around us. CHRIS GARDNER Chris Gardner is the President and CEO of the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Reader happy to see report on hospital and Twice Nice Dear Editor, Upon opening my Community Press of Wednesday, April 17 I was pleased to see the Killam Hospital report to the community, as well as the article redisbursement of funds by Killam Twice Nice. These groups are very worthy of our support and deserve our thanks. Sincerely, Clara Lewis

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The dates of May 5 - 11 marks Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada. This year’s theme is “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks” with the intent to encourage Canadians to understand the risks in their area and learn what actions that they can take to protect themselves, their families, and properties. Due to the geographic diversity of the province, there are a number of different emergency situations that can affect Albertans. We can experience infrastructure failures like power outages, train derailments, and oil spills, or natural disasters like floods, wildfires, blizzards, tornadoes, and heat waves. It is important to be prepared to respond to these emergencies as they arise, whether that means sheltering in place or evacuating to a safe location. This Emergency Preparedness Week, your Killam RCMP offers the following tips on how you can minimize risks during an emergency: - Prepare an emergency

kit that is readily accessible in case of evacuation. The kit should include water, food that won’t spoil, manual can opener, wind up or battery powered flashlight and radio, first aid kit, extra keys to cars and homes, cash, important family documents such as ID, insurance and bank records, and your emergency plan including contact information. It should also include any prescription medication, pet supplies, and baby food as needed. - Create a household preparedness plan including emergency exists, evacuations routes, safe meeting spots, and important contact information. Make sure that all family members know your emergency plans, fully understand their responsibilities, and knows how to reach one another in case an emergency is declared and you are not together. - Always make sure that your home and property are secured, so you don’t have to worry about the safety of your belongings. - If you have a pets, en-

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NOTICE of ADVANCE VOTE Local Authorities Election Act (Sections 12, 35, 46) Local Senate Election Act (Sections 5, 37) Referendum Act (Section 7)

Local Authorities Election Act (Sections 12, 35, 46) Local Senate Election Act (Sections 5, 37) Referendum Act (Section 7)

Local Jurisdiction: TOWN OF KILLAM, Province of Alberta

Notice is hereby given that a byelection will be held for the filling of the following offices:

Office(s) Councillor

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Office(s) Councillor

Vacancies 1

Voting will take place on the 13th day of May, 2024, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Voting stations will be located at: Town of Killam Office 4923 - 50 Street Killam, Alberta T0B 2L0

Advance Voting will take place on the 6th day of May, 2024, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 12 Noon. Voting stations will be located at: Town of Killam Office 4923 - 50 Street Killam, Alberta T0B 2L0

In order to vote, you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be one or more of: a) One piece of photo identification with name and address that was issued by a Canadian Government (federal, provincial, local or an agency thereof), examples of appropriate ID include 1) Operator/ Driver’s Licence, 2) Government photo Identification Card, OR b) One piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act with name and address, examples of appropriate ID include 1) Attestation of residence issued by the responsible authority of a Supportive Living Facility, 2) Bank/ credit card statement or personal cheque, 3) Correspondence issued by a school, college or university, 4) Government cheque or cheque stub, 5) Income/property tax assessment notice, 6) Insurance policy of coverage card, 7) Letter from a public curator, public guardian or public trustees, 8) One of the following, issued by the responsible authority of a shelter or soup kitchen: attestation of residence, letter of stay, admission form or statement of benefits, 9) Pension Plan statement of benefits, contributions or participation, 10) Prescription bottle insert, 11) Residential lease or mortgage statement, 12) Statement of Government benefits, 13) Utility bill, 14) Vehicle ownership or insurance certificate.

As required by Section 53 of the Local Authorities Election Act or local bylaw.

Dated at the Town of Killam in the Province of Alberta, this 15th day of April, 2024. Kimberly Borgel (Returning Officer)

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On Thursday, April 25, and Friday, April 26, Garry Klein, Richard and Verna Erickson, Carol Lucas, and Daren Lien participated in the Alberta 55+ Winter Games held in St. Albert in the 5 Pin bowling category and came home with Silver in the Zone 4 division. It was a fun-filled two days with lots of cheering and meeting of other bowlers from the five different zones. Verna Erickson says, “Our Zone 4 did very well this year in bowling and were able to bring home from this zone just in bowling: three Gold, four Silver, and one Bronze. We are all looking forward to trying again next year wherever it may be held.” She says 55+ is a wonderful group to belong to for those 55 years of age and over that are looking for something to occupy their time. “They have activities other than bowling. Check it out, you just might be surprised.” The Zone 4 team from Sedgewick is grateful to Poplar Grove Farms for sponsoring the team and allowing them to get some wonderful warm up jackets. “Thank you Rick Snethun for your continued support to the Alberta 55+.”

THANKS Y’ALL Hardisty Rodeo Association would like to thank all of those that supported our annual Spring Fling. Thank you to the following for donating to our auction: Gibson Energy The Leaf Rustic Stars E360 Town of Hardisty Comrades Parts Safety First Ltd Hardisty Home Hardware Lakeview Liquor Store Brenda Buelow MetalNecks Salvage Alvin Wannechko Lee & Bonnie Whidden Dennis & Beth Schmidt Munns / Lefebvres

See you at the Hardisty Rodeo – July 19-21, 2024

Notice of Application Confined Feeding Operation Mitchel Kroetsch has filed Application RA23022 with the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) to obtain an approval to construct a new confined feeding operation (CFO) on the NW 1542-16 W4M in Flagstaff County, Alberta. The application is to construct catch basins and feedlot pens and for a permitted livestock capacity of 2,500 beef finishers and 2,500 beef feeders.

Filing a Response Any person who is directly affected by the application may submit a written response to the NRCB. The response must be received by the NRCB on or before 4:30 pm on May 30, 2024. Submissions should be made to the NRCB address provided below. A copy of the responses will be sent to the applicant for comment. Responses regarding the application may be posted on the NRCB’s public website, as they are public records and are non-confidential. Your written response must include your name, the legal land description of your residence or landholdings, mailing address, phone number, and email. You must also explain how you are directly affected. For further information please refer to the fact sheet “The Permitting Process for Confined Feeding Operations in Alberta” at www.nrcb.ca. Failure to submit a written response affects your right to apply for an NRCB Board review.

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Viewing the Application A complete copy of the application and supporting documents submitted by the applicant under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act may be viewed on the NRCB website at www.nrcb.ca (under Confined Feeding Operations / Notice of Approval and Registration Applications). The application will also be available for in-person viewing at the Red Deer office by appointment. If you require further information, please contact the approval officer listed below.

Lynn Stone, Approval Officer 303, 4920 – 51 Street Red Deer, AB T4N 6K8 lynn.stone@nrcb.ca T 403-340-5358

The closing date for submissions: 4:30 pm on May 30, 2024 Dated at Red Deer, AB on May 1, 2024

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Daysland resident celebrates turning 106 years young Celeste Ewan Daysland & Area E. daysland.ab.news@gmail.com

This Weekend, Daysland’s own choir “Radiant Harmony” will be performing at the Daysland theatre on Sunday. This lovely choir boasts over 20 members that come from right here in Daysland, to as far as Alliance and Camrose. The show is labelled “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” and boy, if the outfits are as good as they are on the poster, I think we're in for a real treat. After the show everyone is welcome to cross the street at the Daysland Drop In Centre.

Daysland Library is hosting an evening on Thursday, May 23, for your young children to engage in sensory play. They are also holding an online auction and they are looking for donations of items for this auction, if you have an item you would like to donate be sure to pop in the library. Last week Daysland’s own Providence Place shared and celebrated a Lady by the name of Martha Hayworth's 106th birthday! Last year our paper shared some amazing facts about Martha and the things she has seen and lived through including, but not limited to seeing five Monarchs, the Spanish Flu, and the end of both World Wars. Happy Birthday Martha!

Next weekend is going to be busy for a few of the communities Daysland, Heisler, and Donalda are all having a garage sale weekend. Daysland United Church is having their clothing sale in the basement on both Friday and Saturday and I'm told they have a great deal of men’s stuff in this new shipment of both new and used clothing for everyone and upstairs on Friday, May 10, they will be holding a craft and bake sale as well. On Friday, May 31, there is an evening of appreciation being held at the Daysland Community Hall for Dr. and Mrs. Andries and Martha Neimann, this is sponsored by the Daysland

Hospital Foundation and the Town of Daysland. There will be cocktails and a dinner as well, those that worked with Andries and Martha are encouraged to attend. Both Andries and Martha have been such a blessing to our community. I can only imagine what a lovely evening it will be. Thanks to an overwhelming amount of support and a very positive response from the people in Strome and surrounding communities the Strome Museum will remain open! That is just amazing news! Their hours will be 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for the months of June, July, and August! Be sure to stop in

Hosting a farewell tea in Alliance Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com

Dianne Carroll and her son Jaimie were in Alliance last weekend just connecting with folks and checking out the town. Jaimie lives in Calgary and Dianne is a resident of Galahad Care Centre. Anita Domosly had her motor home in Alliance on Wednesday as she caught up with old friends and neighbours. Anita is now living in Camrose. A farewell tea honoring Elizabeth Gaal was held on Wednesday. Janet Heffel came from Camrose to have a visit and a cup of tea. Joanne Martz, our former mail person also came from Camrose to drop in and say hello. Joanne was on her way to Medicine Hat. Mary Wold came from Killam with a ride from Donna Chalifoux. Mary Wold, of Killam, and Trudy Lamoriss came to aquasizes with me on Tuesday and then on to Camrose where we met up with Tina Ratcliffe for lunch. Bob and Colleen Rombough were also having lunch at the

Norseman, so Mary had a good visit with them, too. Tina continued on to Saskatoon while we went to visit Barb Steadman in the Season Retirement home. I attended the Women’s Stronger Together Con-

ference in Killam on Thursday. Marilyn Schaub from Stettler and Gerri Schmidt of Edmonton were at my table. They know Sid and Betty Deibert from attending the Rosebud Theatre. Another Saturday, an-

other funeral (celebration of life) for another Aunt Dorothy. Dorothy Dammann was laid to rest in the Killam cemetery after a service in the United Church. Two of her grandchildren, Continued on Page 29

and check them out! Our local Ryan and Amber of Iron Creek Truck And Trailer were inspired by their daughter's kindness after she stated it makes her sad that some kids' families can't afford books at the book fair, which is something their daughter looks forward to every

year. This led to the great idea of them donating a book to every elementary classroom to ensure every student was able to go home with at least one book. What a heartwarming gesture and a great note to end on.

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The full-time seasonal Public Works Assistant position may commence May 17 - August 31, 2024. All applicants must have a valid non-GDL Class 5 Driver’s License and be between the ages of 15-30 as required by the Canada Summer Jobs Guide. Duties will include but will not be limited to: -Assisting the Public Works Foreman with his daily duties -Weeding/watering various flower beds/boxes and trees that may require care -Mowing/weed eating grass on village properties -Cleaning public washrooms at campground -Any other work as directed by the Public Works Foreman and CAO Resumes may be submitted attention Heidi to: administration@villageofheisler.ca, mailed to: Box 60, Heisler, AB, T0B 2A0, or hand delivered at 128 Main Street, Heisler, AB. Contact Heidi at the Village Office (780) 889-3774 for more information regarding this great summer employment opportunity.

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COLOURING CONTEST F F C A O T U S N G T A Y L F

National Public Works Week May 19-25, 2024. Name: _______________________________

Age: _______________________

One winner for each of the following age groups will be announced on Public Works Week and will receive a prize: • Up to 4 years old • 5 – 8 years old • 9 - 12 years old • 13 and up *Prizes can be picked up at the Flagstaff County Administration Office between May 21st - 31st, 2024. Entries for the Colouring Contest can be scanned/photographed and emailed to county@flagstaff.ab.ca or delivered in-person to the County Administration Office by the contest deadline on May 15th. Please ensure the contestants submit their name, age, and contact information

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Hardisty Lake United Church Camp a local treasure Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The Hardisty Lake United Church Camp has been serving Flagstaff County youth for over six decades, and continues to do so today. Formally established under the Coronation Presbytery in 1960, the camp was started even earlier than that. Compared to today’s camping experience, those early campers had it quite different. Initially, and for a number of years, 12 x 16 wooden graineries were used for cabins, until the camp started to replace those just in the past 10 years or so. Now equipped with a fully serviced shower house, those early campers used outhouses, and washed up at a long table lined with basins. Back then the kitchen facilities included a cold water only service, not the modern new kitchen facility the camp now enjoys. There was a large quonset used for rainy days that’s still there, and used for much the same thing. But to the youth who attended back then, none of that dimmed the experience, which continues today to provide an outdoor group camping opportunity with plenty of activities to fill the days. Lunty says back then camp was a lot of fun, something that continues today. “There were outdoor games, evening campfires, and the cabins got together and performed skits.” Lunty said one tradi-

tion that continues to this day is a daily cabin cleanup. “It really was a point of pride if your cabin got the award that day.” The camp has always been run by the United Church, but Director Caroline Boddy says, “Youth of any religion, or no religion, are welcomed. It’s not a bible camp. Our philosophy is, ‘Be nice and tell me one thing you appreciate each day.’ Everybody can connect to that.” One thing that’s never changed over the years is that the camp is maintained by volunteers. The only paid positions are the director, two kitchen staff, four program staff, including a nurse, the youth counsellors, and counsellors-in-training, or CIT. Campers range in age from those just finishing Grade 1 to Grade 8, divided into two groups. The younger campers attend Scamper Camp, two nights and three days, while the older groups attend for four nights and five days. Each cabin is led by a counsellor, age 18 and a junior CIT. The CIT come to a separate camp for training, and then are invited back to help if they qualify and are available. Over the years, a dedicated volunteer base and donations have allowed the camp to upgrade as funds and needs allowed. “Whenever we needed to replace buildings or infrastructure we’ve had lots of support from the community.” That includes replacing the graineries with new cabins, building a camp

Hardisty Lake United Church Camp has a lot of amenities, activities, and is a real gem located right in Flagstaff County. Nightly campfires are the highlight of every camper’s experience. kitchen and dining area, and the shower house. The newest feature is a roofed open sided structure that has a climbing wall, allows for archery, and can even be used as a human fooseball game. Now the camp also boasts three new double cabins, with 10 beds in each, for a total of 8 campers and two counsellors per side. Boddy says, “It is sometimes hard to get staff, because we can only offer employment for part of the summer.” She says it’s always a struggle to get more male counsellors as well. “It’s a job designed for a high school youth. “We’re the only camp in Flagstaff County, and one of few remaining in East Central Alberta,” Boddy says. Hardisty Lake Camp has been such a staple in the Flagstaff County community that there are now third-generation campers attending. Lunty says his children attended the camp, and his son even became a counsellor. The camps usually run the month of July, and the rest of the time the camp is available for private rentals.

Flagstaff County rented the facility for a one-day leadership camp last summer, and the Hardisty K Club rents it for a three-day women’s retreat each year. The private rentals are popular for family reunions, and even weddings. Lunty says, “People can bring their motorhomes, RV’s and get use of everything at the camp, except the canoes but they can bring their own.” It’s the revenue from the private rentals and generous donations from the community that keep the camp going. The camp itself doesn’t generate enough to break even. The board wants to keep the cost of camping reasonable, to make the camp accessible to as many families as possible. “A lot of people donate to the camp, and that means the world to us. It’s a very special place. “Anytime we need something we put it out to the community and are always amazed at the result.” There was a time that as soon as the camp reg-

istrations opened in January the camp was full, this year, as of now, it’s about half full. “We lost some momentum during Covid,” Lunty says. But that down time, he adds, also gave the board an opportunity to get at some of their ‘to-do’ list that needed to be done. Lunty’s been volunteering at the camp for at least 20 years. He doesn’t get involved in the camp program, but considers himself more of a “fix-it” maintenance person. Campers now enjoy a lot of activities, from the new climbing wall, archery, gaga ball, crafts, busking, gymnastics, canoe lessons, and more. The private beach now has a floating playground, with a new section added this year. Boddy says the highlight each day is the evening campfires. “That’s a staple activity,” with campers ending each day with a mug of hot chocolate before bedtime. She says there’s always some that get a little homesick, “That’s why there is soundproofing between each side of the

cabin - homesickness is contagious!” She says they try to accommodate kids who are homesick, and that families are often invited to attend the Camp’s Thursday-night campfire. “We have an open door policy.” There’s a “no cell phone,” policy as well, including staff. “Kids love the attention they get while they are here. It’s not a huge camp, so we get to know each camper and that makes a difference.” Campers aren’t just from Hardisty, or even from Flagstaff County. Boddy says the Camp’s catchment area comes from Flagstaff County, Camrose County, Beaver County, and even Edmonton. “And we have very reasonable prices.” The annual camp cleanup is scheduled for May 4 and 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Boddy and Lunty say that would be an ideal time for anyone interested to come and check it out; “Get a look at the camp if you’re thinking of sending your child.”

Hardisty Lake United Church Camp has a lot of amenities, activities, and is a real gem located right in Flagstaff County. Below from left: Archery is popular with campers. Centre: New cabins are in place for all the campers. Right: A floating playground is popular with campers, the camp has its own private beach.

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May 2024 Meetings

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The 2024 Flagstaff County Census starts May 1! In case you missed it, our census letters were mailed out last week to all rural and hamlet addresses in the County. In your letter, you will receive a two-part secure access code that will allow you to complete the census at:

https://censusalberta.ca/flagstaffcounty It's quick, secure and the preferred way to participate. The only information we will require is the number of residents residing in your dwelling, and we will be asking for age and gender to complete our demographic profile.

By participating online on or before May 19, you will: • Avoid an in-person visit to your residence; • Be entered into five draws for $100 in Flagstaff Bucks. You are also welcome to call the County office at 780-384-4100 to complete the census over the phone. Please note that we are using the census to complete an Electoral Boundary Review and to help support Municipal Services offered. Please help us to serve you better.

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Quartet of Seven performs at Walter Jahns concert

DIANE DAMMANN PHOTOS

The final song of the Walter Jahns Singers Spring Concert was “This is me,” with Leanne Ball on violin, Doug Grovet on drums, Dianne Jahns on piano, and Carl Jahns both directing the choir and on the keyboards.

The Quartet of Seven were special guest performers at the Walter Jahns Singers Spring Concert on Saturday, April 28. The Quarter is, from left: Bernice Des Roches, Lorna Williams, Don McMahon, Doug Grovet, Darrell Ball, Gary Disterheft, and Carl Jahns. They are always a big hit with the audience.

Request For Tender Forestburg Grader Shed Concrete Floor Replacement Sealed tenders marked “2024 FORESTBURG GRADER SHED TENDER” will be received until 11:00:00 a.m. MST on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024, at the Flagstaff County Administration Office, 12435 Twp Rd 442, Sedgewick, AB T0B 4C0. For more information, please visit our website at: flagstaff.ab.ca.

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Welcome to Spring Alberta RCMP shares tips to avoid break-ins Qiam Noori Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Alberta RCMP have shared a series of tips to prevent break and entry in summertime. They said in a media release that as weather warms and seasonal traffic picks up, it is important to be proactive in securing vacant properties against crime. Below are seven steps to secure the properties: 1. Avoid mentioning travel plans on social

media until you return. 2. Store valuables in a safe or safety deposit box. 3. Arrange for yard maintenance if you will be away for an extended time. 4. Install timers on interior and exterior lights. 5. Pause mail and deliveries or ask a trusted friend or relative to collect them for you while away. 6. Lock all windows and doors, including garages, outbuildings,

and basement windows. 7. Ask a trusted neighbour, friend, or relative to check on your home while you are away, and do not leave spare keys hidden under your planters, door mats, or large rocks. If the property does not have a monitored security system, consider

having one installed by a professional. This can assist in deterring break-ins and aid the police response if your home is targeted. Following these seven steps can help reduce stress and give you some peace of mind when it comes to the security of your property.

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Welcome to Spring

96-year-old renews passion for art Steffanie Costigan Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

A 96-year-old Alberta woman doesn’t hold back on her passion for painting and sharing it with the community. Cynthia Wilson is a local artist who rediscovered her passion for painting at the age of 91 and has continued painting since. Wilson, in an interview at the care centre where she lives, said her passion for painting was renewed after attending a class. “There (were) pictures for us to choose to paint. And I thought well, I could do that. And I chose Picasso, and they were really pleased with (it) but

that got me started and then I’ve just been painting up a storm ever since,” she said. Wilson was born in London England in October 1927. Later when she was in her 20s Wilson moved to Canada to be with her then husband who was a war veteran. Wilson said she found it hard after having seven kids to continue her passion of painting. “After I got married, I had seven children. Four boys and three girls. And I didn't have time. So after I left my husband, I was 43. I was working at real estate. And I stayed in that until I was 85,” said Wilson. Wilson said during her early school years

she won several awards for her art works. She has painted approximately around 50 pieces of paintings ranging from mountain scenery, angels, flowers, and even some Indigenous inspired works. Wilson not only has a passion for painting but also participates in local home-made markets where she sells her handmade jewellery. She expressed encouragement for those who enjoy painting, “I would say, don't stop. Keep it up.” Wilson said despite arthritis in her shoulders she feels “blessed” not to have it in her hands. “When I paint, I don't think about pain. It keeps me busy, and I lis-

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Welcome to Spring RCMP reminds of the dangers of speeding with the arrival of spring Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

Earlier in the month of April, Alberta RCMP sent out a reminder to road users on the dangers of speeding, and outlined some tips in ensuring traffic safety for yourself and others. “As the snow melts and the roads become clear, Alberta RCMP reminds motorists of the dangers of speeding. Posted limits indicate the maximum, legal speed permitted in ideal conditions, however, unsafe speeds increase the risk of collision and serious injury for all road users in any conditions,” the Alberta RCMP media release from early April said. The release says that in 2023, over 60,000 tickets were issued for speeding, with 761 of those for

excessive speeding, which is 50km/h or more over the speed limit. “According to Alberta Transportation, approximately one in four fatal collisions involve unsafe speeds, and more than half of these fatal collisions occur in rural areas. April often sees the highest number of speeding offences, and last year was no different, with 93 excessive speeding violations handed out,” the release says. Tofield detachment Cst. Rafferty says while speeding did not cause fatal collisions in the Tofield area specifically, there was one serious injury collision that was partly attributed to speeding. “Locally, speeding has not been a factor in our fatal collisions, but it was a factor in one of our serious injury collisions in

conjunction with alcohol,” Cst. Rafferty said. Among the tips provided by RCMP Alberta, it is suggested that you leave yourself enough time to arrive at your destination, allowing for some margin. “Leave early - don’t rush. Unsafe speeds increase the risk of collision and serious injury. Allowing yourself extra time to get to your destination helps you to avoid feeling rushed. Respect posted speed limits, especially in school or playground and construction zones. These areas often have high pedestrian traffic – you must slow down. Speeding isn’t just driving beyond posted legal speed limits, but also driving too fast for weather, road, and traffic conditions. If you are a passenger in a speeding

vehicle, speak up. Take your life out of the driver’s hands,” the release says. Sgt. Darrin Turnbull, of Alberta RCMP Traffic, says speeding is common and one of the most

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Welcome to Spring Local family-run honey bee farm ‘Bee-Better’ thriving after five years Jana Semeniuk Staff Reporter

For Bryan and Sarah Janssen, Lamont County is not only a perfect place to raise their family, it’s also a perfect place to run the family honey business. Acres upon acres of sprawling crops grown by other local farmers, in addition to the county’s abundance of wildflowers, made it an ideal spot to raise bees and produce honey locally. The Janssens made the decision five years ago to invest in a honey-producing operation on their farm south of Lamont, where Bryan could move from being a contractor to a full-time bee-keeper. The rest of the family, including the Janssen’s two chil-

dren, have jumped into the business which has increased from 150 hives their first year to nearly 1,000 today. “It was scary and a big life change. It was a lot of work and a lot of education on our part. We have had great support from other apiaries, especially Dean Malkewich with Maybee Apiary,” said Sarah, who also works as a teacher at Lamont Elementary School. “It’s also been very fulfilling. Bees are an important part of the environment and we are excited to be a part of that.” Sarah said each hive has between 40 and 60,000 bees within a very structured environment. She said most of the hive are female bees, aka worker

bees, with only one queen. “The male bees, or drones, their only job in life is to mate with the queen,” she said. “The worker bees are absolutely amazing, because throughout their lifespan, they go through a series of different jobs. One of their first jobs is hive cleaning, before progressing to nurse bees and one of their last jobs is going out to forage for the nectar.” Sarah said in the summer a bee can live approximately 40 days while in the winter they live longer due to being wrapped up in a hive and not expending energy by foraging for food. She said bee-keeping is very busy from April until Sept. before the hives are wrapped up for the winter in approxi-

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sources so you can have different tastes in honey that's pulled in July, then in September,” she said adding they keep hives all across the county in partnership with different farmers. “We work with local farmers, so we have yard sites throughout Lamont County. We can honestly say we’re quite local because we're bringing in honey from all over Lamont County.” In terms of the future, Sarah said there will be some expansion for Bee-

Better, but she isn’t sure how much. “I don’t know how large we are going to get. I’m sure we will expand a bit over the next few years,” she said. “This year will be our first year where we're hiring an employee.” According to a CBC report from Feb., Alta. has become Canada’s largest honey producer with honey value surpassing $100 million for the firsttime last year. Manitoba came in second with nearly $48.2 million.

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Wild boars in Flagstaff

Wild boar in Alberta have been gaining ground and starting to invade the province quite rapidly in some regions. Their invasion can result in some of the most damaging from a species in North America. Wild boars are not native to the province and were introduced as livestock in the 1980s as a diversification method and due to their intelligence and our lack of containment, some escaped. In 2008, under the Alberta Agricultural Pest Act, wild boar was designated as a pest where it is ‘at large’ (meaning wild or feral) in Alberta. Under this act, landowners are required to control and destroy pests and prevent them from establishing on their land. In 2013, the province released minimum containment standards to help mitigate risks associated with livestock operations. Just recently, it was reported that a wild boar was seen southeast of Lougheed roaming throughout a field. Wild boar has been seen in the County in previous years including an incidence in 2021 near Killam, which brought into Council “Bylaw 06/21 A bylaw of flagstaff county, in the province of alberta, for the purpose of regulating prohibited animals within the municipal boundaries of flagstaff county.” This bylaw was brought into place to address the issues of raising wild boar as livestock and to list them as a prohibited animal. Also noted is: “no person shall keep, either on a temporary or permanent basis, any prohibited animals on any properties or premises within Flagstaff County. Any prohibited animals located within the County must be euthanized or removed from the County within seven days of receiving an order from a bylaw enforcement officer or designated officer.”

Wild boars are unique in adapting to their environment for survivability. There are two types of boars we could potentially see in Alberta including the Eurasian and hybrids crossed with domestic. As the name suggests they originate from Europe and Asia. Identifying them can be hard as they can be mistaken for domestic species, but they will have long black and brown stringy hair with hairs on their undercoat to protect them in the winters and sharp tusks. They will eat anything as they are omnivores and have adapted to be a nocturnal species. Hunting them hasn’t been successful due to their ability to adapt and educate their offspring. In the summer they will nest near water and in the winter, they will nest within deep snow near food sources. Sows mature after 6-8 months, and have a gestation period of 114 days, averaging 4-6 piglets per litter, leaving the species highly reproductive over their 5-8 years lifespan. The province has provided funding in efforts to help eradicate wild boar, but legislation needs to be changed to make that possible. As mentioned, there are minimum containment standards for livestock producers and other hobbyists. These standards are more used as guidelines as there is no enforcement or penalization. Resolution 5-24, “Wild Boar And The Alberta Agricultural Pests Act,” addresses the legislation asking Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation to invoke a moratorium on expansion of wild boar farming until the province decides on the future of wild boar in Alberta. This has resulted in pushing Municipalities to prohibit the species through a bylaw like Flagstaff County passed on 06/21. Although it ended in March 2024, the province did have a bounty program that paid landowners and hunters $50 for a pair of ears. The province also has traps set out to try to catch larger groupings known as sounders, in the denser areas. Catching wild boar at large is only effective when the entire sounder is captured simultaneously. Currently, the province hasn’t released any information regarding the future of wild boar eradication. Alberta Invasive Species Council has the “Squeal on Pigs” Campaign that helps promote the eradication of wild boar in Alberta, in addition to mapping through their EDDMapS application. If you see wild boar within Alberta, it is asked that you safely take pictures, note the location, and fill out the online reporting form. (https://www.alberta.ca/ report-wild-boar) You can also call 310-FARM (3276) or email af.wildboar@gov.ab.ca.

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Box 178, Killam, AB T0B 2L0 COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS PRAGUE HALL/ ST. JOHN NEPOMUCENE CHURCH / PRAGUE CEMETERY GENERAL SPRING CLEANUP OF BUILDINGS AND GRAVES Wednesday May 15 6:30 PM *Please come and trim and tidy your families gravesites if you are able* 17/19c ________________________ *ANNUAL MASS BLESSING OF THE GRAVES * * ST. JOHN NEPOMUCENE CHURCH - PRAGUE * Saturday, May 18 at 11 AM Potluck lunch and fellowship to follow at Prague Hall 17/19c

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The Lougheed Pop Up Greenhouse will be open May 9-May 24; seven days a week 11:00- 7:00 p.m. at the south end of the Lougheed Curling Rink. A sight to be seen as once again we will be full up with baskets, planters, flowers, pot stuffers, vegetables, herbs and succulents. All proceeds will be used by the Iron Creek Museum to complete the Slice of Home Display and extend the boardwalk for increased accessibility. Due to high volumes we will be unable to accept advance orders or to hold items. Thank you for your understanding and support. For further information call Janet at 780-888-1165. ________________________ Come and Listen to the Teachings of Jesus from the Bible. All are welcome. Sundays, May 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 4 p.m. at the Killam Legion Hall. 5117-51 ave Killam, AB. For further inquiries, call Becky at 403-815-9045 ________________________ Save the dates! Keepers of the Kingdom VBS will be held at the Killam Baptist Church August 19-23 from 91130AM. Children ages 5 years -12 years are invited to come for stories, games, crafts, singing and snacks. Registration opens soon! ________________________ Brian’s U-Pick Fruits and Berries and Vegetables will be taking reservations for any Picking for Fruits, Berries, and Veggies on May 1. All Reservations will be done by phone. Contact Brian at 780678-0053. Customers will be Contacted when the berries are ready for picking! ________________________ * PRAGUE HALL * ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m. at the Prague Hall Beverages and Snacks Served 14/16c

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TM18-20P ________________________ Brian’s U-Pick has leftover flower stock which is for sale. Phone 780-678-0053. We are ready to start our U-Pick as soon as the ground warms up. Call for our variety of vegetables and fruits. You will be amazed at what we grow! 18p ________________________ Tractors For Sale -1951 International Farmall MD - Restored -1936 International W30 Restored -1961 Minneapolis Moline 5 Star - Restored with new rubber -1981 Massey Ferguson 255 Good shape with ezee-on loader -Buler Snow Blower 78” with hydraulic shoot (used once) Call Norman at 780-385-8814 ________________________ •Floating Dock 6x8. Well built. Asking $1,000 or best offer. Must be gone by middle of May. •Bag of Fish Food. Asking $100. Contact Brian at 780-6780053 FOR RENT RENT FOR Large, Clean, Non-Smoking 2 bedroom plus den apartment in Killam. To view, call Chuck today 780-263-7290 LIVESTOCK LIVESTOCK FOR SALE FOR SALE Registered Polled Hereford bulls, yearlings, and two-year olds. Moderate birth weights, docility, calving ease, good milking dams, guaranteed breeders. Reasonably priced. PMD Polled Herefords Paul Dinisyk 780-336-2675 Cell 780-336-5157.

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Most popular baby names in Alberta announced lar), Ava and Emily (tied for ninth-most popular), and Hannah and Hazel (tied for 10th-most popular). Violet reached the top 10 for the first time in 40 years, and Evelyn Rose to the top 10 after hitting the 19th spot the year before. There were many more unique names handed out to boys last year, with just one baby named “A”, but two named “Zed.” There were lots of initials for names, like RJ, Aj, De, Ek, Ilo, Iro, Jb, Jc, Jr, K, Kn, Md, and Md., and Xxx. Animal names were popular, like Raven, Wolf, Tiger, Rhino, Coyote, and Bronco. There were two boys named God, two Heavens, one Blessed, one

Leslie Cholowsky Editor The Province has released the top 10 list of most-popular baby names, and once again, Noah is the top boys name, as it has been since 2019, and Olivia leads the top girls name, as it has for the last 11 years. Alberta had 47,263 births registered in 2023. A whopping 276 of those were named Noah, and 210 named Olivia. Not far behind for boys were the perennial favourites Liam, Oliver, Theodore, Jack, Henry, and Lucas. For girls, the rest of the top 10 were Amelia, Sophia, Charlotte, Emma, Isla, Evelyn, Chloe and Violet (tied for eighth-most popu-

Chosen, one Faith, one Hades, one Halo, one Prosper, one Risen, one Thor, and one Saviour. Authors and fictional characters made an appearance, with one Tolkein, a Shire, a Ziggy, one Solo, a Rambo, a Punky, a Mighty, a Marvel, a Hero, and a Halo. Other notables include Boy, Anchor, Benchmark, Brainy, Branch, Brook, Chevy, Creedence, Diamond, Echo, Fable, Forty, Harsh, Harvest, Jovial, Juniper, Leader, Lino, Luv, Majesty, Mighty, Mine, Nature, Nazareth, Nightsong, November, Parks, Owies, Pride, Prime, Rocker, Rocket, Seven, Sincere, Sugar, Test, Wild, and a Woolley. For the girls, flower, plant, and bird names

are ever popular, with Lily and Lilly, Ivy, Paisley, Wren, Willow, Rose, Daisy, Jasmine, Juniper, Iris, Sage, Aspen, Aster, Holly, Robin, Calla, Magnolia, Rosemary, and Meadow, to name a few, plus variations on all those spellings. There were 12 Mileys and 11 Celines, and even 10 Tatums, along with one Charlese, and one Dolly . Noah wasn’t just the top boys name, nine girls were also named Noah. Fictional characters remained popular with girls’ names, including Esmé, Polly, Auriella, Circe, Cleopatra, Coco, Katniss, Fleur, and CattiBrie, to name a few. There were two Gifts, two girls named Paris, and two Psalms. There were also two Royals, two Treasures, and two

Xenas. There was a girl named A, one named Chevy, one named Echo, a Honey, an Ilillii, a Ja, a Max, an Ozzy, a Paradise, a Providence, a Shiny, a Snit, a Tea, a Tokyo, a Tuscany, a Valkyrie, a Vegas, a Wave, and a Wednesday, Last year’s 47,263 live births registered in the province were a 10-year low. In 2013, the total live births registered were 53,175, staying fairly steady until they peaked in 2015, with 56,642. Since then that number has been dropping, with 47,555 last year, and 47,263 this year, a drop of 292. While the number of births has been dropping, Alberta’s population has been steadily rising, from 3.9 million in 2013, to 4.69 million in 2023.

Across the country, Statistics Canada recorded the lowest number of live births in 2022 since 2005, sinking to a fertility rate of 1.33 births per woman. The accepted fertility rate for population replacement is 2.1 children per woman, on average. The decline has been linked by some to affordability issues, specifically housing affordability. In 2015, when births peaked for Alberta, 35 per cent were born to mothers aged 30-34, 15 per cent to mothers aged 35-39, and three per cent to mothers aged 40-44. In 2022, mothers aged 30-34 are still recording the most births, at 38 per cent, while mothers aged 35-39 rose to 21.2 per cent, and mothers 40-44 rose to 4.45 per cent.

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Alliance News Continued from Page 9

Randy’s kids, played beautifully on the violins. I had an interesting visitor last Friday. Chari Levesk of Wetaskiwin is writing a book. She has an older woman who is going to die, but she wanted to have her do something before she died. Chari was talking to my son Doug and I don’t know what he told her, but she came and interviewed me to base some of her character on me. Before she lets herself die.... I don’t know what will come of it, but we had a very interesting afternoon. Of course I told her about the Women’s Institute (WI). I had a nice visit with Barb Lamothe and Kimberly Befus on Thursday evening. Of course I told them about WI. Barb shared her experience leaving Fort McMurray on the highway through the fire. Kimberly renovated

the kitchen, starting by removing the lath and plaster. At the Battle River Community Foundation Dinner, Alliance contributed a prize of a scavenger hunt. The winning bid went to Sharleen Chevreaux. On Friday she collected on her prize. It started at Main Street Medley with the first clue. The Credit Union, Bob’s Corner Service, and TP Hardware were all involved. The final clue was the museum. Sharleen told me how special Alliance was to her and Stan. They met on the school bus going home from a school dance in Alliance. I had dinner in Castor on Sunday evening at the Acaster’s, my grandson Chad's, along with other guests, Bruce and Brenda Brown from Nova Scotia and Edwin and Margaret Odell from Killam. Marg and Edwin lived in Alliance for many years and Bruce was raised here.

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The Rural Roots 4-H Multi Club will wrap up its year by hosting an Achievement Day on Thursday, May 2, at the Lougheed Senior Centre. It is

open to the public from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. with refreshments provided Everyone is Welcome! Junior Caterers Project will host their Spring Supper on Saturday, May 25, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Lougheed Community Hall.

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Scavenger Hunt prize leads to the Doll Museum

FEATURED PROPERTIES FOR SALE LAMONT COUNTY

When the Battle River Community Foundation honoured the 100-plus Women Who Care in Flagstaff County last fall, one of the live auction items was a Scavenger Hunt in Alliance. The winner of the hunt, Sharleen Chevraux, brought along Terri Rombough, Heather Chevraux, and Jacquie Chevraux-Folden to share the fun.

• 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 • 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 • W4-18-53-24-SW Plan 0826481 Block 2 Lot 1 a mile North of HWY 16 on RR 181. 5.02 acres yard site in Lamont County. Utilities at the property line. Price $40,000 • SW ¼, 30-54-18-W4 (South ½)- 72.12 acres Fenced pasture land. Price $200,000 • HWY 834 TWP 544 Village Chipman Plan 9222629 Lot 2 70.18 acres Fenced pasture land. Price $200,000 • HWY 834 TWP 544 Village Chipman Plan 0824951 Block 17 Lot 1A 2.05 acres pasture land. Price $50,000 • W4-18-53-26-NE N1/2 Lamont County 80 acres with about 70 acres in hay. Property is fenced, and has power and a well. Price $300,000

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

THORHILD COUNTY • NW 1/4 -14-58-22-W4 and NE ¼ -14-58-22-W4 Plan 172-0793 Block 3 Lot 222 acres game farm with page wire 100 acres could be cultivated. 4 miles North of Redwater. Good HWY 28 access. Price $690,000

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While at the Alliance Museum main building, the visitors dropped by the Doll Museum, taking in the display for the first time. All said it was definitely worth the trip and that more people should take the time to visit both museums.

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Women’s Conference a day of learning and making connections Leslie Cholowsky Editor Flagstaff Adult Learning hosted it’s annual Women’s Conference last Thursday, April 27, with 131 in attendance. This year’s keynote speaker was Danielle Reed, who runs Coach on the Go, and brought her three keys to wellness to Thursday’s audience. She also ran two workshops during the day for those who were lucky enough to have their names drawn for a session. Emcees Joanne McMahon and Noreen Metz kept things rolling along throughout the event, which included an afternoon of learning through 20minute ‘cracker barrel’ sessions on a variety of topics. Reed started her presentation by saying, “I speak at a lot of places, but have never been as appreciated and thoughtabout until I came here. What an amazing community you have.” Reed presented the idea that there are three keys to wellness; defining wellness as living a happy, purposeful, fulfilling, and joyful life. She noted, “You don’t see ‘perfect’ on that list, and you won’t.” She offered practical advice on day-to-day things you can do to bring wellness. “Not to be perfect, we want to be flawed, we’re imperfect.” Reed trained with renowned speaker Brené Brown before venturing out on her own, and said the beginning of Covid turned her calendar into “One big X.” Reed says during that period of time she got a call from a local High School, who said they needed a school counsellor for two months. “That was in 2021, and I’m still there in 2024.” She says sitting with young people and talking about letting go of perfection is “exactly where I’m supposed to be in my life.” Reed cautions about overusing the common phrase, “How are you?” She says, “We always answer ‘Fine,’ ‘Good,’ or ‘OK’ even when that’s not true. We use those three words a lot, too much.” And for those doing the asking, she cautions, “Be careful with asking ‘How are you?’ without the space and time to hear the right answer.” Reed says answering truthfully, even when things aren’t okay, also opens the door for others to share how they’re truly feeling. “Practice empathy,” she advises, “hold space to hear what someone is feeling.” And if the answer is consistently not “good, fine, or ok,” Reed says that’s the time to ask yourself some questions. “What do I feel? What caused it? Do I want to stay or shift? How can I shift?” She urges people to create their shift lists. “The point is not to go, oh crap, I’m.... (whatever you’re feeling.) The point is to find its cause and work through it. “We race through our days without worrying about how we feel, but it

matters.” She talked about joy, and gratitude, and about how she picked the word ‘Joy” in 2020, and resolved to find three things each day that brought her joy, and write it in a journal. “That got tedious by Day 16,” she joked. “But I stuck with it, and now it’s one of my favourite parts of the day.” Reed says when she shifted her attitude to find joy, it also found her. She found herself enjoying the small things throughout her days that brought her joy. “Joy is not a spotlight, but all the little ‘twinkle lights’ over the day.” During her talk, and again in the workshops, Reed also talked about setting your key values, and how to do that. She struggled with that, she said, as she went from promotion to promotion, and pushed herself harder in her personal life. Reed says when she asked herself, “Do I enjoy what I’m doing now?” she came to the realization that she felt like she was in a hamster wheel, constantly playing “whack-a-mole.” She says when she asked herself ‘Who do I love being?’ meaning what were the things she felt aligned the closest to her, she was able to choose a path that gives her that happy, fulfilling, purposeful, and joyful life. In summing up, Reed said these three things have impacted her life for the better; paying attention to her emotions, seeking joy, and ensuring her values align with what she’s doing. During her breakout sessions, Reed walked participants through figuring out their own top 10 values. After her presentation, McMahon said Reed’s talk resonated with her, and Metz added, “We don’t take enough time to be who we are and who we want to be. ‘Who do I love being?’ is a question that really resonates with me.” After a short break, where participants had an opportunity to have a snack, and do some shopping with the many vendors who were at the event, Jodi Shipton of Clothes2You, from Coronation, hosted a fashion show featuring many local women as her models. After lunch, participants got to choose two of eight different cracker barrel sessions to attend. These varied from Tracy Burnett, AHS Sexual Health Consultant, the Glam Shack, Donna Coombs with a fraud presentation, Susan MacKinnon with a ‘stress less and sleep well’ presentation, Christa Jones talking about organization, Karen Cannady on how to stage your home, Patty Schulte on the Camrose Hospice Society, and Bernadette Logozar talking about home canning. Those who wished to take part in Reed’s workshops were asked to put their names in a basket, with an offer for those who weren’t selected to get an online session at another time. The Women’s Conference has always

shared the underlying theme of Flagstaff Community Adult Learning, which is: “Learn here, Connect here, Belong here,” and that was a very apt

description of the day, with lots of time for participants to shop, to connect, and to learn from the various sessions and keynote speaker.

Danielle Reed, “Coach on the Go,” was the keynote speaker at the Women’s Conference held in Killam on Thursday, April 27, with lots of great advice for brining joy into life.

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We gratefully acknowledge those who made this event a success. Keynote: Danielle Reed "Coach on the Go" Coffee Break Sponsors: Battle River Implements and James Insurance Group Swag Bag Sponsors: Karen Cannady & Marilou Yampolsky-Coldwell Banker Realty Fashion Show: Jodi Shipton, Clothes2 You by Jodi and fabulous models Patty Perreault, Marilyn Knievel, Hiroko Fujita, Nanette Zafranco, Doreen Blumhagen Cracker Barrel Presenters: Sabrina Whiteford - The Glam Shack, Donna Coombs, SeniorsFirst- Fraud Prevention Carrie Carriere - Herbs & Menopause Bernadette Logozar - Yes I CAN! Susan MacKinnon RN, AHS - Stress Less & Sleep Well Tracey Burnett, AHS - Sexual Health Consultant Karen Cannady - Staging your home Patty Schulte - Camrose Hospice Caterer: Shanese MacFadyen, Add a Sprinkle of Shan Wild Rose Co-op; Jill Janzen, Diamond J Bakery; Door Prizes: Hom of Wellbeing, Clothes 2 You by Jodi Shipton, The Glam Shack- Sabrina Whiteford, Mary Kay-Tiffany Strayer, Garage BeautiqueMorgan Paluk, Cactus Cuts Designs- Jody Perry, TranontPat MacKinnon, Rose City Professional Organizers- Christa Jones, Sandpiper Studio-Sandra Popowich, Dewdrop Studio-Janet Popowich, Inspiring Virtues-Melody Klinck & Danielle Armstrong, ATB, Salted. Thanks as well to: Elegant Events Rentals, Killam Hall Board, Killam Seniors, Mark Skaar; Volunteers: Emcees Joanne McMahon & Noreen Metz, Debi Anderson, Sandra Erickson; and The Community Press

It is wonderful to have such awesome support from so many! Your generosity has touched the lives of one hundred thirty women! Thank you so much, The Women’s Conference Committee 2024: Debi Anderson, Sandra Erickson, Joanne McMahon, Lois Polege, Treena Brooke, Nanette Jones

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2023 Lamont Bullarama Champion Beau Gardner

advanced tickets online: www.lamontagsociety.com Adult $20 Youth (7-17 Yrs) $10

at the gate: Adult $25 Youth (7-17 yrs) $15

Highway 831 & Township Rd 552 FIND US ON FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM